All posts in tech neighbor

17 May 2013

protection for your gadgets

If you are headed out doors this summer, chances are you will have at least a few high tech gadgets along for the ride.

27 April 2013

national park vacation apps

If you are headed to one of the nation’s 401 National Parks this summer, don’t forget your smartphone.

23 April 2013

apps your car will love

There really is an app for everything, and that includes your wheels.

9 April 2013

When’s the last time you had a good night’s sleep? Has it been a while? You’re not alone. Almost a quarter of Americans experience sleep problems. Insomnia and other sleep problems can lead to weight gain, heart disease, diabetes and depression. Yikes!

3 April 2013

best apps for safe kids

No matter what kind of neighborhood you live in, we can agree that teaching children safety is important and necessary. We can also agree that technology, in the form of tablets, smartphones, and iPods, consumes a great deal of time in a kid’s life. What if we combined the two?

1 April 2013

where did my blog roll go?

Much to the dismay of blog readers everywhere, Google just announced that as of July 1, 2013 they will be discontinuing the service of Google Reader. A blog reader really just makes our lives easier—keeping our favorite blogs organized and updated without having to search through our bookmarks.

31 March 2013

vinyl – digitized

One of my favorite hobbies is hunting for new additions to my vinyl record collection. I have been itching to buy some Mumford & Sons or Fun. to fill my shelves with some modern recordings, but for now I have settled for scoping out my neighborhood garage sales and estate sales for some classic records that don’t break the bank.

24 March 2013

sleep apps

Sleep. It seems we all need more of it and none of us get enough of it. When we most need it, sleep can be incredibly elusive and often when the week gets started with a sleep deficit, we are scrambling to catch up and end up over caffeinated and, well, pretty grumpy.

13 March 2013

how to turn your dumb TV into a smart TV

Last Black Friday, I dove into the madness of Best Buy in Manhattan and got myself a smart TV. Since then, I have cut the cable cord and never looked back. With a combination of Netflix, Hulu Plus, and a good old pair of rabbit ears, our household gets all the entertainment we need.

6 March 2013

stream your music throughout the house

As much as I would love to have a house or apartment fully wired to play all of my music simultaneously in every room, that kind of set up is expensive and complicated. So for now, I settle for being able to play music in two different rooms at once (especially handy since I am currently living in a one-bedroom apartment).

28 February 2013

a beginner’s guide to parental control software

The Internet is a great tool for kids. It makes learning, doing homework, and expanding their horizons much easier. However, there are a plethora of ways kids can get into trouble online, from cyberbullying to inappropriate IM chats to something as simple as wasting too much time.

16 February 2013

innovation round-up

While we might not be quite at Jetsons level of innovation yet, there are some pretty awesome gadgets out there for the tech-savvy guy or gal. I pulled together a list of my favorite new products that are making waves in technology, style, and all-around coolness.

12 February 2013

using technology to keep track of your pets

If you have a pet you have probably made at least one trip driving (or running) around your neighborhood frantically calling your pet’s name. Then just when you think you’ll never find them, you look a little longer (or run a bit faster) and finally find your furry friend.

11 February 2013

6 acts of digital kindness

I’ll be honest—I love communicating through technology. Don’t get me wrong! I love participating in the offline world as well, but there’s something that’s just so fun about getting that little ping when someone texts you. So I’ve collected a few awesome ways to send a little kindness in the digital world,

7 February 2013

electronic ways to say “i love you”

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. While paper goods still rule the roost, electronic valentines are becoming a popular way to spread the love. From e-cards to picture texts, you can find a way to tell your loved ones you care on February 14^th.

2 February 2013

the digital superbowl

I have a dilemma: I’m not going to be home for the Super Bowl. It’s not necessarily that I’m a huge football fan or anything, but I do tune in for the biggest football game of the year, if for nothing else than to join in the fun. But this year I’ll be out and about, so I’m relying on technology to help out a bit and tune me in to what happens on the field.

28 January 2013

keep calm and download some apps

It seems like nowadays we just have so much on our plates that it is hard to keep track of everything on our to-do list. Between grocery shopping, budgeting, and keeping track of work and home projects, it is not surprising that our fridges are absolutely covered in to-do and shopping lists. Let’s start being a bit more environmentally friendly and keep everything in one place—our smartphones!

18 January 2013

CES 2013 techy top 10

The 2013 Consumer Electronics Show just wrapped up in Las Vegas, and there were a lot of really fun gadgets and amazing technologies shown this year. Traditionally, the show really sets the stage for the types of technology that we’ll see on the market in the next 12-24 months, and we really do have a lot to look forward to. I put together a list of some of my favorites from the show. Take a look!

14 January 2013

why dudes should be on pinterest

A year ago, Pinterest was a woman’s game. Filled with recipes, household cleaning tips, and fashion suggestions, it was every woman’s dream-turned-reality. These days, it’s no longer just for the ladies. Dudes are finding ways to make use of Pinterest’s cataloguing system. Find out why the men in your life need to sign up!

11 January 2013

digital new year

When it comes to keeping track of your digital files, creating simple systems can save you loads of time searching for things in the future. Backing up your files is also really important; after all, you don’t want to lose those precious photos!

10 January 2013

tech apps to organize your home

Nowadays it’s easier than ever to stay organized thanks to technology. There are so many devices and apps out there to help keep your home and life organized.

8 January 2013

smart phone parental controls

Kids and technology are two things that just go together these days. Everywhere I go I see elementary school kids wielding their smartphones, talking about the latest craze on YouTube, and adding each other on Facebook. Even my two-year-old nephew is well-versed in Apple technology and knows how to download his own apps.

4 January 2013

instagram’s new privacy policy

If you’re anything like me, chances are you don’t read the fine print. You scroll down to the bottom, click “agree,” and move on. I just don’t think all that legal mumbo jumbo applies to me. And that’s generally the case.

4 December 2012

ten tech solutions for a stress-free holiday

The holidays are upon us – how did that even happen?! Whether they snuck up on you or you’ve been waiting for months, it’s time to get into the holiday spirit. It really is the most wonderful time of the year, and with just a few taps on a keyboard or swipes on a smartphone, it can be pretty low stress too. Read our top ten tech solutions to wipe out some of the holiday madness!

22 November 2012

thanksgiving info

How much power are we eating?

23 August 2012

bringing neighborhoods back together

Quick story. So my parents live in a regular type neighborhood in Idaho. It’s always a little weird for me to go home because it’s almost like going back in time 50 years. Kids walk to school on their own, people know their neighbors, and nobody ever locks their doors.