Contrary to popular perceptions, according to on-air technology analyst for CBS News and tech pundit, Larry Magid, “The iPad was far from the first tablet. Yet – with Steve Jobs clearly in control of the design – they were the first to truly catch on. It’s been said before, but it’s so true – Jobs knew what people wanted even before they knew they wanted it.” The first tablet PC –a note pad-size device incorporating features similar to a full-size personal or laptop computer ... Continue Reading
What to Look For When Buying a Tablet
November 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Comparison shop and research what to look for when buying a tablet.
If You’re Not Creating Video … You’re Missing the Boat
October 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Learn the benefits of creating and adding video to your blog or website.
The world of video is exploding. Youtube is currently the second most used site for search, after Google of course. While people are searching for answers to their questions in video format, there are a LOT of other benefits to using video as a one element of your marketing campaign. True Connection. While you can get a feel for someone by reading something they write, like a blog post or an article, watching them live gives you a much better connection with the person. Once you've heard ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post Is the Amazon Kindle Fire Tablet Emerge a Viable Competitor to the iPad?
October 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Ways that the Amazon Kindle Fire Tablet can emerge as a viable competitor to the iPad.
Amazon has unveiled its new Kindle Fire and set an official launch date of November 15, 2011, strategically just in time for the Black Friday rush. Although the device has yet to even hit the shelves, it is already being viewed as a potential threat to the Apple iPad, which currently has a fierce stranglehold over the tablet market. Will the Amazon Kindle Fire prove to be a viable competitor, or will it just be another in an increasingly long list of opponents eating iPad dust? This article will ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post Blog of the Week: Kiboomu Brings Music To Your Child
October 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Kiboomu combines music with a variety of printables and online elements to make learning fun for your child.
Congratulations to Kiboomu: the SocialMoms Blog of the Week! It's no secret that children love signing. Whether it's crooning to the songs on the radio, or chanting a nursery rhyme, kids learn and absorb a wealth of information via music. One site that brings music together with a variety of different printable and online elements is Kiboomu.com, a site for kids developed by Wendy Wiseman and Sherry Segal. On Kiboomu, Parents and Teachers can search for simple and easy kids crafts, ... Continue Reading
In Tribute to the Late Steve Jobs
October 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Steve Jobs death left many reeling, here is our tribute to his life and how people have been dealing with the news.
Preface: Steve and I go way back. No, I never met him face to face. But I’m just one year younger than he and I have owned a long list of Apple products since the 1980s so I feel particularly connected. This tribute is dedicated to the man who inspired millions on every continent during his short but very full life. Social media activity after the death of Steve Jobs has been unprecedented. At no time else in recent memory has there been such a flood of Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and other ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post Guide to Google+
September 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Google+ is now available to all users. If you’re new to the social media service, check out our Google+ Guide.
Some people jumped in early on the beta version of Google+ and have had time to play around. Others did not get an early invite from their friends and have been waiting for Google+ to open to the masses. That time is now. Google+ is now to the public. When I first got my hands on it, I wrote a post about my first impressions. And since then I've put together this handy guide to Google+ With more users being added as we type, now is a good time to cover the basics. When you get on Google+ ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post Tips for Using Your Smart Phone to Take Great Photos
September 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Get amazing photos with your smart phone by following these basic guidelines.
You might be surprised to hear that you don't necessarily need one of those elaborate digital cameras with a huge lens to capture incredible pictures. Instead you can tap into the power of a great tool you already may own: your iPhone, Blackberry, or other handheld mobile device. Whether at a distance or up close, whether you are snapping people’s faces, outdoor vacation scenery, your child in action, or even a product for a post on your blog, it's not as hard as you think. As a mom who ... Continue Reading
Facebook Takes on Industry Giants: Twitter, Google and Blackberry
September 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
With f8, just around the corner, Facebook introduces major enhancements and innovations.
With its annual developers conference, f8, just around the corner, Facebook introduces major enhancements that are sure to capture the attention of fellow industry giants: Google, Twitter and Blackberry. In the past week, Facebook has released several major innovations, positioning the company to become more than just another website on the internet. To help you stay up-to-date on these social media changes, here are some of the news items that caught Social Moms’ attention: Facebook has ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post 5 Reasons to Consider Buying a Tablet Instead of a Laptop
September 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Tablets have infiltrated the market. Learn the reasons you may want to buy one over a laptop.
Since the iPad by Apple was first available for purchase in April 2010, a new tech device category was introduced. The tablet. With functions that are in many ways a cross between a mobile smart phone and a laptop, the tablet market has really taken off. We now have the iPad 2, the Android platform with tablets such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, and other brands. U.S. sales of tablets are expected to double to 24.1 million units by the end of this year, says Forrester Analyst Sarah Rottman ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post Must-Have Apps & Gadgets for Moms With Kids This Fall
September 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Gadgets and apps for moms and kids – whether you’re taking digital photos, scheduling activities, or protecting computer peripherals.
Moms and kids will have an easier time getting back to school and work routines with some help from technology this fall. From taking family digital photos, to keeping multiple activity schedules and tasks organized, to protecting computer peripherals, this column has the must-have gadgets and apps you need. Xshot iPhone 4 Case & Pocket Xshot Bundle How many times have you wished you could take pictures or video of yourself with your child at a special classroom event or be included in ... Continue Reading
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