Technology Mom

As a mom or just a super busy person, how many times have you been frustrated by your smartphone? Are you constantly losing it? Do you wish you had more practical functionality? Are you constantly worrying about your kids chucking it in the toilet?

In the age of Google glass and Apple watches I just can’t see why some problems haven’t been fixed. Why do we need different computers or devices to accomplish routine tasks? Why are we tied to choosing between smart phones, tablets and desktops? Why worry about carrying around tons of devices?

More and more these days I wish I had a single product that I could keep on me on all times, something small and wearable that accomplishes, through voice, everything I can do on a tablet or smart phone. For the visual tasks, I’d prefer a sheet of smart glass that can be linked to my device and bring stunning visual displays to anything I want to accomplish. This is probably a lot to ask, but as a working mom I’m tired of having to compromise. I want that the world literally at my fingertips whenever I need it. But I also want to be able to shut down and enjoy my family and the world around me without having to feel connected.

Needless to say I’m not a tech genius, but a girl can dream can’t she?

Move over Cable TV…

I wrote a few weeks ago about our move to a MUCH less expensive way of watching TV using a combination of Apple TV, Hulu and Netflix. Well, for those of you in the NY Metro area there’s even more good news. Aereo.com provides access to the major networks, Syndicated programs, local interest channels, and more! You can access this site for free (with limitations) or sign up for a nominal fee. This completely solves our small worries about having access to news and sports. I can’t help but feel this is the future of television where consumers get to pick and choose what they want access to for a much reduced fee provided they pay the cost for internet service. Is it terrible that I get such a kick out of snubbing Cablevision?

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