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Using a VPN Service for Your Whole Family

October 6, 2017Skip Owens15

A VPN service is not for everybody, but I wanted to at least share what I am doing with my family in case others out there are interested in it as well.

Kids Love ‘Minecraft?’ Try the Afterschool Code and Play Labs at Connected Camps!

September 18, 2017Ken Denmead3

If you’re kids are into ‘Minecraft,’ the afterschool program at Connected Camps will teach them coding, game building, and more, all on safe, moderated servers. [Sponsored]

‘Dungeons & Dragons: Stream of Annihilation’ Recap Part 1

June 11, 2017December 13, 2017Ricardo Rebelo

The popularity of broadcast roleplaying has grown by leaps and bounds in the past few years, and the ‘Stream of Annihilation’ this June may be the ultimate example of its possibilities.

ONvocal OV Headphones feature Amazon Alexa.

OV Headphones – Everywhere Sounds Smart

June 4, 2017Michael Kaufman

Built-in Amazon Echo and smart sound customization lets OV Headphones create the “connected everywhere” we always wanted.

Travel the globe with the Voyager function of the new Google Earth.

Celebrate Earth Day With a Brand-New Google Earth

April 22, 2017Michael Kaufman

Major updates to the Google Earth platform include the new Voyager option, a showcase of interactive guided tours from storytellers, scientists, and nonprofits.

The Rheem EcoNet system makes a HVAC system smart as it works together.

Rheem Residential Equipment Joins the Internet of Things

February 18, 2017Michael Kaufman

Rheem has brought Internet of Things to its HVAC equipment with EcoNet technology. BONUS: We get to chat with HGTV’s Josh Temple about smart home equipment.

‘Power Play: How Video Games Can Save the World’

February 12, 2017Michael Kaufman

‘Power Play’ by Asi Burak and Laura Parker features video game innovations that are being used to affect social good, physical well-being, and mental health.

Getting Your RPG Fix With Play-by-Post Gaming

February 7, 2017April 22, 2018Ryan Hiller12

Utilizing threaded forums for text-based posts, and a place to share images and maps, Play-by-post gaming is an excellent way to get a daily dose of role-playing games without committing large blocks of time.

Augmented reality through Microsoft Hololens

The Augmented Reality Experience

February 6, 2017Michael Kaufman

The current and future possibilities of augmented reality were discussed at a Disruptive Technologists meetup; a panel of experts presented insights and answered questions from attendees.

CES News: Bitdefender BOX Gets a Big Update to Help Keep Your Home Network Secure

January 4, 2017Ken Denmead

2016 tech news was pretty much about two topics: the Internet of Things (meaning more and more devices in your home being connected to the internet) and people getting hacked. Makes you feel really good about having all those wifi-connected cameras just lying around the house, doesn’t it?

GeniCan creates a shopping list by scanning items on their way into the trash.

CES Report – Make Trash Smarter With GeniCan

January 4, 2017December 14, 2017Michael Kaufman

Hands-free GeniCan device scans trash as it’s thrown away and adds items to an Amazon shopping list (and can even order through Amazon Dash).

CES Preview: Smart Home Could Mean Discounted Insurance

December 31, 2016December 14, 2017Michael Kaufman

ROC-Connect and CoreLogic use data from smart homes to help insurance companies create safer homes and (potentially) reduce insurance rates.

‘Star Wars Battlefront’ Comes to Origin Access

December 9, 2016Ricardo Rebelo

On December 13th, ‘Star Wars Battlefront’ comes to Origin Access.

CES Preview: Finch Brings VR Control to the People

December 4, 2016December 16, 2017Michael Kaufman

The Finch wireless VR controller can provide a high-end experience at a fraction of the cost with completely natural gestures.

Can ELIOT Take the Internet of Things Everywhere?

November 19, 2016December 14, 2017Michael Kaufman

Legrand’s ELIOT is a new Internet of Things (IoT) system designed for the built environment with the consumer in mind.

Corral the Internet With KoalaSafe

November 18, 2016December 13, 2017Robin Brooks

KoalaSafe: a small box that helps your children to access the internet safely and at the times you want them to.

What a Family of Connected Devices From LeEco

November 16, 2016Michael Kaufman

New smartphones and TVs (and cars and bikes) from LeEco are connected with a new ecosystem that encourages user influence on the system and its content.

Eero Home Wi-Fi System

September 4, 2016December 13, 2017Will James

Many of us know the pain of poor Wi-Fi coverage and deadspots in our homes. Eero aims to fix those problems with their mesh Wi-Fi system.

3 Ways the Internet of Things Is Changing Global Shipping (Sponsored)

August 22, 2016December 14, 2017Rory Bristol

American International Group, the global insurance provider with a passion for the Internet of Things (IoT), continues its work studying the impact of the IoT on companies across all industries. Here are three ways the IoT is changing the world’s shipping industry.

Vroom Makes Buying a Car As Easy As Playing Pokemon (Sponsored)

August 8, 2016Ken Denmead

Buy a pre-owned car using Vroom, and get $250 cash back with our special code: VIPPHX14

Rickroll Yourself With the ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ Soundbox

August 2, 2016Ken Denmead

This is a bit of genius, and a TON of fun to play with.

Best Network for Your Smart Places

July 26, 2016December 13, 2017Michael Kaufman

Internet of Things (IoT) devices will need to have the network to perform all the tasks we ask of them.

Humble Bundle ‘Star Trek’ Sale

July 6, 2016Ricardo Rebelo1

Humble Bundle in conjunction with IDW Comics is currently running a ‘Star Trek’ comic book sale.

When the Internet of Things Is Only One Thing

July 2, 2016Michael Kaufman

What makes the “Internet of Things” so amazing is not the devices that are connected… but rather the way those devices are connected to each other.

AIG Reports on the Future of the Internet of Things #2 (Sponsored)

June 16, 2016December 14, 2017Rory Bristol

AIG continues its work regarding the Internet of Things (IoT), this time tackling implementation and growth through collaboration. In their second white paper, entitled “IoT Case Studies: Companies Leading the Connected Economy”, they have highlighted the greatest strength of the IoT: Cooperative tech advancements.