Tag: apps

Handy, Fun, and Interactive Celebrity-Backed Apps

By Christine Persaud
When you think “celebrity apps,” likely the first thing that comes to mind is the Kardashian family and their bafflingly popular selection of time-wasting (and arguably money-wasting) apps. But beyond that, there’s a wealth of useful and interactive apps that have some serious celebrity power behind them.

Fad or not, Pokemon Go highlights power of augmented reality

By Ted Kritsonis

Whenever people walk while looking at their phones, seemingly oblivious to the world around them, it may be a good bet that they are playing Pokemon Go. The popular mobile game has captured hearts and minds, but it has also done plenty in promoting augmented reality.

Apps to Keep the Kids Busy During Summer Road Trips

By Christine Persaud
So how do you curb the boredom, spats among siblings, and toddler whining? Before you hit the open road, load your kids up with plenty of entertainment to keep them busy during the ride.

Review: Roku Streaming Stick almost does it all

By Ted Kritsonis

It’s not the 4K-enabled Roku 4 that has already launched in the United States, but the company’s new Streaming Stick is an example of a value product that punches above its weight and delivers more than might be expected of it.

The best travel apps for frequent flyers

Smartphones can be the quintessential travel accessory and great apps and services that work across borders can really take the sting out of long-haul flights and the general stress that modern travel brings with it.

Home Improvement Apps

By Christine Persaud
Along with a wide selection of television shows and personalities that offer up their advice, warnings, and suggestions, there are a multitude of apps on which you can rely as well to help with home renovations. From assisting in measuring and creating, to simply finding the right person for the job while you sit back and catch the game, here are 4 interesting ones.