Jeana Lee Tahnk (@jeanatahnk) is an accomplished writer who contributes to Mashable, Cool Mom Tech, Daily Candy Kids and The Huffington Post. Her work has also been featured in The Boston Globe, NPR’s This I Believe, Babble and Mommy Tracked, among others. She is a self-proclaimed techno-geek and is obsessed with gadgets, gizmos and any tech device that starts with an “i”. Since becoming a parent, she has taken great interest in the role that technology will play in her kids’ lives and has already started lecturing them on the dangers of texting and driving. Tahnk lives in the Boston area with her husband, kindergarten-aged son, preschool-aged daughter and middle-aged dog.
Through the magic of technology (and augmented reality), it’s possible. These branded bandages from Johnson & Johnson, paired with this incredible Magic Vision app, make Kermit the Frog, Ms. Piggy and Gonzo the Great come alive. Read Full Post
HappiTapsby Tipitaps and Infantino is a little bear-shaped holder that you slide your phone into. It’s cute enough as an iPhone case, but the magic happens when the bear comes alive, thanks to the free Beary Happi: Lovable Friend app. After downloading from iTunes, the bear instantly becomes an interactive “friend” that your child can sing along with, tickle, play Peek-a-boo with, tell jokes to and even help him fall asleep. Read Full Post
Check out the following infographic outlining some more interesting stats on tablet usage in homes. And take note of the section at the bottom that outlines some of the most popular educational apps that parents are downloading for their kids. Read Full Post
Picking a name for a baby-to-be can be a daunting and exhilarating process – after all, you’re selecting a moniker that has to endure for an entire lifetime. For something this long-lasting, one would hope that a lot of thought is put into it. Do you go traditional? Modern? Do you go with a family name? Or how about a celebrity name? Read Full Post
Ruckus Media Group, a leading publisher of digital media for kids, is leading the charge and its most recent Ruckus Reader platform is a bright indication of where kids’ apps are heading. Ruckus Reader is essentially a virtual library for kids ages 3-8 and offers a variety of books, activities and games from well-recognized brands like My Little Pony, SeaWorld, Crayola, The Transformers, Chuck & Friends and more. Read Full Post
For fantastic and completely waterproof protection for your iPhone, the LifeProof iPhone case is worth the investment. Unlike other solutions that offer more of a vacuum-seal bag enclosure around your phone, the LifeProof case is an actual case that snaps around your phone for a form-fitting and rugged shell. There’s barely any added heft over a regular iPhone case, which is nice since more protection often translates into more bulk. Read Full Post
You wake up from a deep slumber, open your eyes and immediately grab your phone off your nightstand to check Facebook…Something happens to you and your first instinct is to post it on Facebook. Sound familiar? If so, you may be addicted. Read Full Post
There are plenty of ways to send a greeting right from your mobile phone, guaranteeing an on-time delivery. With many options for card designs, greetings and customizable features, here are a few of my favorite apps for sending an e-card to that fantastic mom. (And beyond Mother’s Day, these are great for any occasion!) Read Full Post
According to Consumer Reports, approximately 13 million of Facebook’s 150 million U.S. users have never implemented (or are unaware of) Facebook’s privacy settings, which can lead to potentially “exposing personal information beyond their network of friends.” Read Full Post
Bizzy Bear on the Farm is a fun and interactive book app from Nosy Crow, the publisher of other popular apps like Cinderella and Three Little Pigs. The story unfolds with cute little Bizzy walking in the farm and speaking with the farmer. Turns out that Bizzy isn’t there to just chat – Farmer Joe needs help! Read Full Post
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