AmberMac Archive: featured

Earth Day 2024 Tips for a Greener Future

For decades, the world has been celebrating Earth Day, a chance to have coordinated conversations about our climate and our future. To further share some of the most innovative products on the market in 2024, here are my top tips and picks. Buy a carbon neutral laptop: Asus Zenbook S13… Read More

#TheFeed: Congress’ Online Privacy Bill + Canada’s New AI Plans

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: the most powerful people in AI; the science behind our inherited health; Canada’s new AI plans; and an update from Snap on its Solar System feature. This week’s episode of #TheFeed is powered by the Save on Energy Peak Perks… Read More

#TheFeed: Musicians Against AI + Stopping Ocean Plastic

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a way to stop plastic pollution in the world’s oceans; adding instant reactions to video messaging between friends; how AI will change the world of gadgets & what to expect next; plus we tell kids to think about friendships like… Read More

AmberMac 2024 Trends Report: Relentless Transformation

My 2023 Amber Mac Trends Report (published last January) featured four pillars of change – Purpose, AI, Trust, and Health – and a framework for survival – a blueprint I call The P.A.T.H. One year later, what surprises me is how quickly this change is happening, and how it puts… Read More

2023 Holiday Guide: Smart Home Tech With Amber Mac

Smart home tech is getting smarter and more affordable this holiday season (everything below is under $500 – while sales last). Here are some of the hottest new products for any budget or wish list, and the perfect upgrades for a stress-free, smooth, and safe 2024. See Guests &… Read More

#TheFeed: Microsoft’s New AI Tools + Tech Deals For The Holidays

TF360: Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: replacing just 20% of single-use plastic packaging with reusable alternatives can offer an economic opportunity of at least $10 billion; how companies can protect themselves against cybersecurity threats through a unique blend of people and technology; a look at… Read More

2023 Holiday Guide: Tech for Teens with Amber Mac

If you’re starting your holiday shopping early this year and you have a teenager on your list, tech expert and mom Amber Mac is here with her all-new 2023 Holiday Guide: Tech for Teens. For the Creative Family: Cricut Joy Xtra Cricut is the leading brand of smart-cutting machines for… Read More

#TheFeed: Keeping Broadcasting Alive & Understanding Cultivated Meat

TF359: Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: what we can learn from women who run the most innovative and successful companies in the world; how to create better meat products for the planet, people, and animals; getting help as a new parent through the entire journey… Read More

#TheFeed: Shrinking Attention Spans & AI Cover Art

TF357: Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: diving into the future of cities on AI; Maclean’s Magazine’s AI cover; opportunities for the next generation of gamers; and why attention spans are getting shorter (and what it really means). Listen to the episode through the Podbean player… Read More

#TheFeed: The Rise of Deepfakes & Firefighting Robots at Work

TF353: Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an affordable robot that can scout burning buildings before sending in firefighters; creating safer spaces online; designing the future of work for young people who are underprepared; and 3 cybersecurity tips to stay safer online (Sponsored by RBC). Listen… Read More