13 Totally Tasty Substitutes for Bacon
Discover the best bacon substitutes for meat eaters, vegetarians, vegans, and adventurous foodies.
These 10 companies are racing to make the flying car a reality
Not long ago, the idea of traveling by flying car was pure science fiction. The Jetsons made the concept famous, but turning such a machine into …
Alexa Drop In: How to turn your Amazon Echo speakers into a home intercom system
You probably know how Amazon Echo’s microphone and speakers communicate with Alexa, the virtual assistant. But that same hardware — and the Echo’s always-on internet connection …
The most popular living U.S. Presidents
Written by: Michael Schreiber
These days presidential popularity is frequently in the news. President Trump’s numbers rise and fall (his overall popularity recently dipped below 40%, though his popularity among …
Amazon Echo Spot, Dot & Show: Here’s how they stack up
On Dec. 19, the latest member of the Amazon Echo smart speaker range goes on sale. Called the Echo Spot, the device has a circular 2.5-inch …
8 ways Google will supercharge your smart home with new Home and Assistant features
Google is about to make your smart home even more intelligent, with a whole range of updates set to hit Assistant, Android phones, and Google Home …
11 Acronyms business owners need to know
If you don’t know the difference between the EEOC and OSHA, no one can blame you. There are tons of acronyms business owners may come across …
How to use Google Assistant to turn your TV on and off
As you will surely know by now, the Google Home and Home Mini smart speakers can do much more than play music, look up things on …
The simple thing that could destroy your credit
You’ve got your credit report, you’ve reviewed all your accounts, and you now know that nothing is amiss on your payment history. That’s it, right? You’re …
7 best VR education apps
Visit Mars, swim with sea otters, and trek to Mt. Everest’s Base Camp. Parents and teachers eager to weave fun into learning might consider using virtual …
Protect your home with these smart security systems
As fun as smart home technology can be, there is a more serious side: Security systems. These can start off as simple as a single camera …
How smart home devices can save you money on homeowners insurance
Home security measures aren’t limited to traditional burglar alarms or monitored systems. Smart home devices like cameras, doorbells, and smoke detectors, whether installed individually or as …
Half of US adults think smart home devices record their conversations
Almost half of smart home device owners believe their private conversations are being recorded so they can be sent targeted advertisements. This is the result of …
12 time-saving tips for business owners
Owning your own business is a lot of work, and despite your best efforts at adding in that extra hour to the day or the much …
These 6 companies are making the self-driving truck a reality
It is easy to be distracted by the autonomous car industry as shiny, self-driving vehicles from Waymo, Tesla, GM, and others navigate without (much) human guidance. …
The must-visit farmers market in each state
As COVID-19 restrictions relax and summer approaches, more and more farmers markets are resuming normal or close-to-normal operations. If you’re ready to break out your canvas …
Amazon Echo 2 vs. Echo Plus: What’s the difference?
The Echo Plus is now the flagship of Amazon’s smart speaker range. The new device boasts a shiny silver finish, a larger design than the Echo …
11 summer getaways that don’t feel cheap (but are)
Traveling even short distances can be expensive during peak vacation months like July and August. But with creativity and planning, having a holiday on the cheap …
11 women-focused business grants
Women are a core pillar in business, but in far too many cases women face inordinate challenges and find themselves behind their male counterparts based on …
How to upgrade your car stereo to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto: 5 of our favorites
CarPlay is Apple’s answer to the car infotainment system. Run by your iPhone, CarPlay replaces the navigation, media, phone, and messaging controls of your car with …
This 45-cent multi-cooker meal is delicious & nutritious
If you’re looking for cheap, but healthy meal options to toss into your Instant Pot and cook in under 30 minutes, we’re here for you. While …
The Amazon Echo starter kit: 6 Alexa devices to kickstart your smart home
The Amazon Echo and Echo Dot smart speakers are fun, useful and entertaining devices in their own right. They play music, answer questions, read the news, …
19 Expensive Mistakes to Avoid at Disney
On top of being a household name and aspirational destination for children everywhere, remember that Disney is also a $152 billion juggernaut. From movie studios and …
Having a hard week? Here, have some puppies
Written by: Michael Schreiber
In this, the golden age of digital media, few things have the power of the puppy when it comes to attracting eyeballs. One need only poke …
5 best places to shop for smart devices
If you’ve never bought a smart home device — or if you just don’t know where to look — the search can get pretty frustrating. You …
Best smart security camera options for renters
Home security cameras have been around for a long time, but the recent boom in the smart home market means they are simpler and smarter than …
What’s the Cheapest Way to Transport a Car Cross-Country?
Retired “snowbirds” who go south for the winter and people moving across the country have a range of options for safely relocating their cars, from door-to-door …
How to buy a car with bad credit
When you need a new car, it can sometimes feel like you needed it yesterday. Sure, there are times when our cars become predictably unreliable, and …
Best road-trip gadgets: Don’t leave home without this car-friendly tech
With summer here, it’s time to start planning your next road trip. And, whether it’s to see family in the next state, explore somewhere new with …
Travel hacks: 6 ways to save on Airbnb
If your heart is set on seeing the world, you’ve probably spent some time browsing through Airbnb. The short-term rental marketplace was founded in 2008 as …
