Mother’s Day is this Sunday. You may be thinking about what you want to get your mom, or you may be thinking about what you want for yourself. Moms love pretty things. And moms need to be organized. I have already confessed my addiction for pretty notepads and planners. So, my connection to momAgenda makes… Continue Reading
The Science of the Sleep Number Bed
I dreamed of trying out a Sleep Number bed for a long time. I never thought that I would actually have one. When I was contacted by Sleep Number to review a m7 bed with Memory Foam I swear I almost turned a cartwheel. I was setup about a month ...
The Windows Experience Index Explained
As a total computer geek I like to use computers that are powerful. There are many different factors that go into making your computer efficient - the processor speed, the amount of RAM (memory), and the hard drive speed to name a few. I do a lot of multitasking so I ...
Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710 Review + Giveaway from UNEEDIT.com
The wireless keyboard and mouse that I had been using with my desktop computer was several years old. It still works, but not as well as it should. It had come to the point that I needed to reposition the large desktop receiver to be very close to the keyboard ...
HP DV6-6c35dx Entertainment PC with Beats by Dr. Dre Laptop Review
When I read the specs of this laptop my first thought was "Wow... now THAT is a powerhouse machine!" And it lives up to my expectations...mostly. The HP dv6 with Beats by Dr. Dre is certainly made to impress. This laptop is very stylish with a 15.6" screen, speaker *bar* ...
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My Ideal *Treat* For Mother’s Day + Quick Giveaway from Treat.com
Tonight I am hosting a dinner for myself and 9 blogger friends here in Chicago to celebrate Mother’s Day. The dinner is brought to us courtesy of Treat.com and my friends at Flavor 180. Why? Because moms deserve to be treated of course! What would be your ideal treat for Mother’s Day? On the news… Continue Reading
Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710 Review + Giveaway from UNEEDIT.com
The wireless keyboard and mouse that I had been using with my desktop computer was several years old. It still works, but not as well as it should. It had come to the point that I needed to reposition the large desktop receiver to be very close to the keyboard so that it would work… Continue Reading
Samsung Rugby Smart Smartphone Giveaway from AT&T!
You just read my review of the Samsung Rugby Smart (and maybe watched the video). Did you think to yourself “Wow, that is a phone that I need!”? Is your phone outdated? Has it been damaged? Do some functions not work? Is anything taped together? Or do you just like shiny new toys? If you… Continue Reading
Got March Madness? Calm it Down By Winning an Ultrabook From Newegg!
Many of my friends have just began paying way too much attention to college basketball. Yes, March Madness is in full affect! I’m not into the basketball kind of March Madness, but I am sure into the Techy March Madness! I was pleased to be asked to be a media sponsor with Newegg help them… Continue Reading
Microsoft Helps You Stay Connected in Winter Weather + Sweepstakes
Well, I have said it before… we are having a very mild winter here in Chicago. Weird, eh? My new saying is “Well it is 2012 after all.” But, we might still be in for it. You just never know. Here in Chicago, when things get really, really bad weather wise it is not unusual… Continue Reading
The Winner of the GameChanger for iPad is…
Cookie! I love the name. Congrats! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT for over 13 years. Twitter and Facebook. Kris figured out a while ago that she was destined to be really busy (hence the 2 sets… Continue Reading
The Winners of the Nine $25 Best Buy Gift Cards are…
All of these lovely people. If you see your name, get in touch with me asap so that I can get them out to you! WINNERS MUST CONTACT ME BY MONDAY, JANUARY 16 TO CLAIM THEIR PRIZE. Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and… Continue Reading
The Winner of the Uprinting Postcards is…
Yes, I am way behind in announcing giveaway winners and I apologize. Life has been well…. life. I will leave it at that. Anyway, the winner of the 100 Postcards courtesy of Uprinting.com is… Reena Jacobs Congrats Reena! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer,… Continue Reading
The Winner of the Striiv Fitness Device is…
Natasha!! Congrats! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT for over 13 years. Twitter and Facebook. Kris figured out a while ago that she was destined to be really busy (hence the 2 sets of twins), and she… Continue Reading
The Winner of the MS Touch Mouse is…
Reena! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT for over 13 years. Twitter and Facebook. Kris figured out a while ago that she was destined to be really busy (hence the 2 sets of twins), and she has… Continue Reading
smarTouch Gloves Giveaway Winner
The winner of of the smarTouch gloves is Natalie S!!! Congrats! Stay tuned for more winners announced for the other giveaways that ended right before Christmas. And there are more giveaways coming for the New Year! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger… Continue Reading
Giveaway: Start the New Year Off with 100 New Postcards from Uprinting
I have posted several times about the importance of branding. Getting the word out about yourself, your blog, your business, or your product are essential to success. After all, if people do not know about you how would they find you? One of the things that I like to do to get the word out… Continue Reading
Giveaway: smarTouch Gloves – Use your SmartPhone in the Cold!
Last year I reviewed smarTouch gloves. These allow you to keep warm and still use your touchscreen smartphone! I still use them and they are awesome. Features: With smarTouch® gloves from ISOTONER®, you can operate handheld touchscreen devices while wearing gloves. They are compatible with most touchscreen devices including smartphones, mp3 players, ATM’s, gas pumps… Continue Reading
Gift Guide Giveaway: Microsoft Touch Mouse
I love a good mouse! They are a must. Even though I used a laptop 80% of the time I still use an external mouse. I have tried out quite a few and they just keep getting better and better. My new favorite is the Microsoft Touch Mouse. The Microsoft Touch Mouse is unique in… Continue Reading
Gift Guide Review & Giveaway: GameChanger for iPad
The GameChanger is as awesome gift idea. It is a dock accessory that plugs into any iPad. The GameChanger interfaces with the original iPad or iPad 2 via the sync port and turns it into an interactive board game. How does it work? You simply download the Gamechanger app to your iPad. Then plug the… Continue Reading
Holiday Review & Giveaway: Striiv Fitness Device
It’s no secret that I do NOT like exercise. So, any device that makes me feel like I am doing something by just walking around has my vote. I first learned of the Striiv at Blogher. It’s a pedometer on steroids! It was just released a few weeks ago to a lot of buzz including… Continue Reading
The Winner of the 5 Pack of Kingston urDrives is…
Tequila Burns. Congrats!! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT for over 13 years. Twitter and Facebook. Kris figured out a while ago that she was destined to be really busy (hence the 2 sets of twins), and… Continue Reading
The Winner of the momAgenda Refillable Folio Giveaway is…
Jill! CONGRATS JILL!!! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT for over 13 years. Twitter and Facebook. Kris figured out a while ago that she was destined to be really busy (hence the 2 sets of twins), and… Continue Reading
The Winner of the Motorola Droid Razr from Verizon Wireless is….
Sara Haaf. Congrats Sara!!!! You should have received an email from me. Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT for over 13 years. Twitter and Facebook. Kris figured out a while ago that she was destined to… Continue Reading
T-Mobile myTouch & myTouch Q Winners!!!
Congratulations to these 2 gentlemen!!! You will each receive either a myTouch or myTouch Q. Winners were chosen randomly by Random.org by way of Rafflecopter.com. You will each soon be contacted! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT… Continue Reading
Kingston urDrive Review & Giveaway – Big Software in a Tiny Package
Thank you to Kingston for sponsoring this review. Please click here to learn more about Kingston. I was selected for this sponsorship by the Clever Girls Collective. All opinions are my own. I have written before about my addiction (problem) to USB keys. There are just so many interesting ones out there now. It’s… Continue Reading
momAgenda Giveaway: Refillable Folio + Spiral Notebook
Yes, my notepad obsession continues! You can never have enough, seriously. And momAgenda has done it again with a beautiful product, the Refillable Folio + Spiral Notebook collection. I received a beautiful Shimmering Spring Green Refillable Folio Cover (yes, I was being different and I did not get pink!) and a new Spiral Notebook to… Continue Reading
GIVEAWAY: Motorola Droid Razr from Verizon!!!
Yes, you read that right!! As part of the Verizon Midwest Moms program I am offering you a chance to win the new Motorola Droid Razr. Remember the original Razr? It was the sleek form factor that got people so interested in the phone. It was a flip phone, but it was very thin and… Continue Reading
T-Mobile Smartphone Giveaway & Twitter Party
I just heard on the news this morning that 70% of cell phone users still do not have smartphones. That is a huge number and hard to believe. When I am out roaming I swear everyone around me is using an iPhone, an Android phone, or a Blackberry. But, apparently we are in the minority…. Continue Reading
Apple TV Winner!
The winner of the Apple Tv from Flixlab is Amber! She was chosen randomly by Random.org. Congratulations Amber!! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT for over 13 years. Twitter and Facebook. Kris figured out a… Continue Reading
Join Us for an AMD Tech Moms Back-to-School Twitter Party with Great Prizes
Want to get all your back-to-school questions answered? Join Bob Grim from Advanced Micro Devices, myself and fellow AMD Tech Moms @TechSavvyMama, @ScrappinMichele, & @HomeEverAfter for a Twitter Party this Wednesday night! We will be discussing ways to save money during back-to-school computer shopping and sharing tips to help you choose the right computer to meet your family’s… Continue Reading
Giveaway: Get Ready for Back to School with momAgenda
As a momAgenda COMM member, I get the pleasure of trying out the different products. This of course tickles me since I am addicted to planners (as previously mentioned). You can never be too organized. This is especially true when you have children. With children comes homework, doctor’s appointments, after-school activities, and more. momAgenda recognizes that moms… Continue Reading
Flixlab Review + Apple TV Giveaway!
In June I attended the Type-A Parent Conference in Asheville, NC. While there, I always take pics (of course), and I sometimes do videos of some attendees that I want to interview. This year, since I knew that I had to review the Flixlab app, I used my iPhone to shoot all video as well… Continue Reading
Awesome Contest: Lexar Photography Suite Giveaway
How would you like to win $3500 worth of computing equipment? I sure would! The Lexar Photography Suite Giveaway gives fan a chance to win just that. Just for becoming a fan on Facebook and answering a simple poll, you are entered to win a computer souped by with memory + more Lexar and Crucial… Continue Reading