Tag: gadgets

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Art and Technology and the Future Are on Display

by Lee Rickwood
It is surely art for our digital times: full of pop culture references, packed with familiar gadgets, sprinkled with the occasional four-letter word, Steyerl’s art describes our daily interactions with technology with great insight.

Mid-range Smartphones: What Can You Get On a Budget?

By Christine Persaud
While the iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and Google Pixel devices are top-of-the-line when it comes to smartphones, not everyone can afford something in the premium category. And if you already have one of these phones as your business device, you might just want to get a basic, mid-level device for personal use.

Essential Back to School Tech: Are Parents Included?

by Lee Rickwood
In order to assess how important a role parents have in a child’s education, and where technology may fit in the role, the multinational technology company Lenovo recently surveyed more than 15,000 people around the world.

Essential Tech for Back-to-School

By Christine Persaud
For those heading back to school, tech will be an integral part of your set-up. What devices should you have in your arsenal? Here are some essential tech items for students, from grade schoolers to those attending post-secondary institutions.

Small Smart Home Appliances to Simplify Your Life

By Christine Persaud
The smart home isn’t just about entertainment, audio, video, lighting, and security. It goes way beyond that into another central category: home appliances.

Tech For Outside The Home This Summer

By Christine Persaud
Last summer, in a multi-part series on smart home tech, I covered tech you could get for the backyard. Here, I’ll discuss more tech items, both smart and not, that can enhance the exterior of your home, simplify tedious tasks, and potentially help you save money in the process.

Sit Back and Relax With Tech for the Beach

By Christine Persaud
Now that the summer is fast approaching, it’s time to think about enjoying some fun in the sun. And for many of us, that often means spending a day at the beach.You can maximize your beach visit with a few cool tech items.