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Essential Tech for Road Trips

By Christine Persaud
Whether you have an RV or trailer or plan to use a small car or van, road trips can be great fun. But it’s important to stay safe, connected, and entertained while traveling, and tech can play a critical role in that.

Parental Control Apps: Beware of ‘Stalkerware”

By Yasmin Ranade
Parents should be cautious about downloading apps that stalk or spy on their children when they are online as these may expose you and your family to privacy problems.

Kick Into Fitness With These Exercise Apps & Websites

By Christine Persaud
Now four months into the year, it’s about that time that New Year’s Resolutions are being abandoned or have already long been left behind. For many, that Resolution was to get in shape, or at least adopt a healthier lifestyle. And while it’s tempting to put down the weights and resistance bands and pick up the glass of wine and bag of potato chips, there’s plenty of reason to keep on the right path

These Must-Have Accessories Make Relaxing With a Mobile Device at Home More Comfortable

By Christine Persaud
Spending more time at home nowadays likely means that, whether we like it or not, we’re also spending more time with our mobile device. It’s important to balance out sedentary time with physical exercise and non-screen-related activities, like playing board games, listening to music, cooking, and engaging in other activities. Here are some great accessories worth considering that can help you do just that.

Mathematics Software Supports Student Learning

By Yasmin Ranade
Waterloo-based Maplesoft, provider of mathematics-based software to STEM educators, researchers and engineers, has launched Maple Learn, a free, online learning tool to make it easier for students and researchers to analyse and solve mathematical problems. It is also cool to note that this software is powered by the world’s most powerful mathematics engine, which is used by NASA and the Canadian Space Agency.

Lockdowns Pose Challenges For Working Moms

By Christine Persaud
While the pandemic and various business and school lockdowns have been difficult for everyone, all around, there have been countless articles and studies to suggest that they are especially difficult for working mothers. Why?

Valentine’s Day Tech Gift Ideas For Your Loved One

By Christine Persaud
Skip the usual items that will only serve as reminders of the things we can’t do right now. Instead, the most thoughtful Valentine’s Day gifts for 2021 will keep the pandemic in mind and consider ways to make life easier, fun, and relaxing while we spend more time at home.

Blue Light Blocking Glasses: Do They Work?

By Christine Persaud
Have you ever heard of blue light blocking glasses? A few months into virtual learning, a friend of mine sent me a link for a pair she bought for her two daughters and I was intrigued. But blue light blocking glasses aren’t just for kids: it’s big business for adults, too.