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Back-to-School Tech for Teens: 2023 Tips & Tools

Canadian kids are heading back to school in just a few days. For me, that means getting my son ready for his first year of high school with these 4 tech tips and tools for a smooth September. Choose a backpack-friendly durable laptop The ASUS Zenbook S… Read More

Holiday Smart Home Tech 2022: 4 Top Gift Ideas

The holiday season is just around the corner. If you’re looking a special gift idea for the smart home geek on your list (or maybe that geek is you!), here are four top picks for every room in the house. From the kitchen to the living room and beyond,… Read More

Everything You Need to Know About Better WiFi

This past week, we hosted a Twitter AMA presented by TP-Link Canada and featuring questions and answers about how to remove wireless pain points in your home. Thanks for all of your questions! For anyone who could not attend, here are some things you should know. What is WiFi 6? WiFi… Read More

Tech & Tips for Entrepreneurs: Small Business Month 2022

October is small business month across Canada. If you’re one of the millions of people running your own company, tech expert and entrepreneur Amber Mac has 4 top tips & tech tools to build back better. 1. Get a grip on your financials Tech tool to get paid faster:… Read More

Back-to-School Tech Tips with Amber Mac 2022

With back-to-school just a few short days away for many of us, it’s a good time to get organized when it comes to technology. Here are some essential tech tips for a smooth September and the products to make it happen. Choose a Long-Lasting Laptop Acer Swift… Read More

This Is Mining S3E1: Geopolitics & the Demand for Critical Minerals

The growth and demand for critical minerals is impressive and daunting, according to our first guest, Duncan Wood, the Vice President for Strategy & New Initiatives at the Wilson Center, a Washington DC based think tank. We can’t have an energy transition without extractive resources, Wood says, and the race… Read More

Wellness Tech: 5 Tips, Tech, and Tools to Fight February Blues

We hear a lot about the February blues, that time of the year when people need extra help to stay healthy, connected, and well. Here are more of the latest tech, best apps, and newest tools to get through this winter. Track Wellness with Wearables: Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 For many… Read More

Holiday Apps 2021: 5 Picks for a Stress-Free December

Whether it’s holiday decorating, gift giving, or healthy living, many of us could use a little help to make our lives easier during these busy December days. Check out these 5 innovative apps for a stress-free holiday season. Control Holiday Lighting Philips Hue When paired with a… Read More

Holiday Kids Tech 2021: 5 Gift Ideas for Families

Whether you’re buying a gift for a new parent, searching for tech for a teenager, or keeping kids safe online, here is some of the smartest technology of 2021 for the whole family this holiday season and beyond. Track Baby’s Sleep: Owlet Smart Sock Plus The Owlet Smart… Read More

Gifts to Stay Healthy, Productive, and Connected

The holidays are just a few weeks away. To celebrate the gift-giving season, I’ve put together a list of my Top 10 tech picks on the Best Buy Canada Holiday Gift Guide to keep you connected, active, inspired, and entertained. ? There… Read More