Author Archive for Abby Dad

Weekly Poll: How many people do you virtually chat with daily?

Do you chat with people more than you talk to them? I am referring to the virtual reality-based definition of typing a conversation into a chat box  (SMS, IM, Twitter, etc.) versus the audible engagement of speaking to [...]

The role of technology in child development

In a New York Times report, Warren Buckleitner wrote about the rapid evolution and proliferation of technology, and how the current generation of Moms and Dads are at a parenting loss, unable to benefit from the same wisdom [...]

How to Turn Coins into Gift Cards or eCertificates for FREE!

At some point not long after my toddler years, I would have been considered an avid coin collector. I think it was my grandfather who got me into it since he would occasionally show off this wide array [...]

Comment Contest: Win a $50 AMC Theaters Gift Card for a Family Movie Night!

OK, it can't get much easier than this... just leave a comment to this post that lists your favorite real or fictional movie gadget, device, technology, etc. that has been depicted in a feature film (yes, animated movies [...]

Transform Your Family Newsletter into a Commercial-Grade Family Magazine

MagCloud 'Print On Demand' Service Targets Magazine Industry - I have always wanted to be a magazine publisher. Something about being in control over the production of a final product that involves so much work by so many [...]

Weekly Poll: How Many Remote Controls Have You Used During the Past Week?

My 13 month old daughter just loves to get her hands on a remote control, any remote control. It doesn't matter if it has batteries, works or not, or is even paired with a device. It seems that [...]

Ecycling 101: Your Ultimate Guide to Recycling Electronics

After taking the recent Weekly Poll about how many Internet-enabled devices I own, it became very clear that my stable of electronic gadgets has been growing over the years. When no longer in use or a victim of [...]

Scientific Reinterpretation of the Fairytale “Little Red Riding Hood”

I am hopeful that this video will begin a commentary on how far we can push the application of technology not just into our daily lives but into our historical archetypes. The story of Little Red Riding Hood [...]