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While some apps are perfectly safe and age-appropriate, others can be dangerous or inappropriate for children. As a parent, it's important to be aware of the most popular apps your kids are using, so you can make sure they're staying safe online. The most dangerous apps for kids Are those that allow for anonymous messaging and communication. These apps can be used by predators to groom and exploit children. Some of the most popular anonymous messaging apps used by kids are Kik, Whisper, and Yik Yak. Predators can pose as other kids on these apps and trick children into revealing personal information or sending them inappropriate pictures. It is important for parents to be aware of these apps and talk to their kids about online safety. Another app that can be dangerous for kids is Snapchat. While the app does have some safeguards in place, like only allowing snaps to be viewed for a limited amount of time, there are ways for predators to circumvent these measures. For exampl...

  As kids get older, they become more interested in using apps on their smartphones and tablets. While some apps are perfectly safe and age-appropriate, others can be dangerous for children. As a parent, it's important to be aware of the most popular apps your kids are using, so you can make sure they're staying safe online. Understanding the app landscape It's no secret that kids love using apps. In fact, a recent study showed that kids under the age of 8 spend an average of 2 hours and 19 minutes per day using mobile devices and teens over 7 hours per day. That's a lot of time spent on screens! As a parent, it's important to be aware of the most popular apps your kids are using. Some apps are age-appropriate, while others can be dangerous and inappropriate for children. Here is a list of the top 5 app categories parents should know their kids are using: 1.       Social Media Apps: Kids love staying connected with their friends and family on social m...

Streaming TV has really taken off over the last few years, and with that the landscape has changed a lot. New services continue to release, prices continue to change, and content seems to switch from service to service. Here is an updated list of my three favorite streaming services for 2022.   YouTube TV – Starting at $65 per month, YouTube TV is the cheapest live tv streaming service that includes local channels. YouTube TV is currently my favorite streaming service due to its easy-to-use interface, unlimited cloud DVR, easy to follow TV guide, and a channel lineup that that is hard to beat.   Hulu with Live TV – Hulu starts at $70 per month, which is on par with most of the other live tv streaming service pricing, but for the same $70 per month Hulu also throws in Disney+ and ESPN+. Making this service very appealing to families with kids. Hulu is one of my favorite services because they offer a good mix of live TV and on-demand content never leaving you without s...

  With the Major League Baseball season kicking off yesterday and everyone trying to figure out how to stream their favorite team, I thought I would put out this guide to help. Chicago Cubs Network – Marquee Network Streaming Service(s) – DirecTV Stream CHOICE Plan ($90/month) & FuboTV ($70/month) Summary – The Cubs games will air on the Marquee network which is only carried currently by two streaming services, FuboTV and DirecTV Stream. Chicago White Sox Network – NBC Sports Chicago Streaming Service(s) – DirecTV Stream CHOICE Plan ($90/month), FuboTV ($70/month), Hulu with Live TV ($70/month), and YouTube TV ($65/month) Summary – The White Sox will continue to air on NBC Sports Chicago and as you can see, you have a lot of options to choose from to be able to pick up that channel.  St Louis Cardinals Network – Bally Sports (Formerly Fox Sports Midwest) Streaming Service(s) – DirecTV Stream CHOICE Plan ($90/month) Summary – The Cardinals games will...

Streaming does not only entail watching television, but it covers a broad range of music and podcasts as well. This blog will detail the main feature of some of the best music streaming services out there! Some things to consider are the overall cost of the service per month as well as the features of each service. Most services average around $10 per month for their service. The main contenders in music streaming are Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, and Amazon Music. Notably, Spotify has been arguably named the best and most known music streaming service overall.  It offers several curated music discovery services, including its Discover Weekly playlist, Released Radar, and is constantly implementing new ones, such as Stations based on songs you like. It also offers several podcasts on the service as well. Spotify offers a free version as well which comes with lots of features. It is also very easy to make playlists and download them for offline listening. Finally, it allows you to ...

During 2020 and 2021 many people have found it hard to get themselves into the gym during the pandemic. However, some good things have prevailed from this time of isolation. Several companies have started manufacturing smart exercise and gym equipment for consumers. These new pieces of tech have allowed consumers to effectively join workout programs and progress their fitness without the need for a physical in-person gym. Smart home workout equipment consists of fitness devices with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. These types of machines allow users to stream virtual classes and interact online with other users and trainers. Most even offer libraries of guided classes with knowledgeable instructors as well as customized workouts and programs based on your individual goals and current fitness. One example of this is the Peloton program and community that uses their equipment as they are actively involved and lots of times people make friends through the Peloton sessions. These devices...

  There is nothing more important than keeping your family safe and secured. There are many smart home devices out there today that can help you ensure home safety and security such as cameras, motion-triggered alarm systems, as well as glass-breaking sensors. One that people do not often think of is their home's door lock. Several smart home companies have since created smart door lock devices that can be installed in the place of a traditional manual door deadbolt. Some of these new devices can also allow access without even touching the door or pulling out your phone. These smart locks work by either detecting your phone is in the nearby vicinity or by using a keyless entry fob. Many of them also have Auto-Locking which automatically senses when you enter the home and locks the door after it is closed or after a set amount of time. Others offer additional methods such as keypads that will unlock the deadbolt after a numerical code is put in. Usually, the locks have more than one...