As ironic as it may seem coming from the girl who a few short months ago wrote an article about how to get by without a printer, the reality is that life is still easier if you have one around.

In this two-part series we’ll review all you need to know when picking a printer.

Printer specifications are their own special language. Ink jet, laser, DPI, ppm seriously, where’s the human-to-printer dictionary? The truth is that certain functions and abilities are going to matter more to different users, and everyone wants to balance price with quality and ease of use. The best printer will depend on what you are going to use it for, and how much you’d like to spend.

As always, our advice comes from the perspective of a company that has a lot of experience fixing broken printers, so we know how to help you pick out a printer that will be less likely to break.  Let’s break down a few printer fundamentals to help you make an informed decision. ...Keep On Reading!

 
 
 
The Eldridges are a summer loving family.  From lazy afternoons floating in the lake, to the cool tingle from the first lick of an ice cream cone, it’s no wonder we spend the winter counting down the days.
 
Now that I’m a mom of a water-obsessed toddler, however, the season also brings some extra worries.  Will those new water wings make him less cautious around the pool?  Is it too hot to load him, or the dog, into the car?  What if we have car trouble when out on one of our weekend exploration drives?  Luckily I’ve found some great gadgets to curb some of my summer safety fears. ...Keep On Reading!

That lounge chair next to the pool is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the latest summer romance on your eReader, or take out some Angry Birds’ pigs on your iPad. With Pina Colada in hand and toes in the pool or sand, there’s surely no better way to spend a lazy summer afternoon… until the kids decide to practice their cannonballs, leaving you and your gadgets soaked. Perhaps you want to use your snazzy GPS program on the boat or hiking, but are worried about your Smartphone taking a permanent nap in the depths of the lake or ending up crushed at the bottom of the cliff you just climbed. Nerd Chicks have found some easy ways to summer-proof your tech from the fun you’d like to have together.
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Cool gadgets and travel gear for 2011.

In this video you will learn about the gadgets that Andrea Eldridge recommends for your summer vacation.

Virgin Myfi: the MyFi is a personal hotspot that allows you to connect up to 5 mobile devices at a time. The most different quality of this gadget is how you buy its data plan. Virgin mobile does ...Keep On Reading!

The Nerds weigh in our list of the best travel gadgets in 2011. ...Keep On Reading!

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Tape? Check. Wrapping Paper? Check. Batteries batteries?! It’s 5 a.m. Christmas morning. The kids are shaking all the presents under the tree, pleading: “Come on Mom, just one PLLLEEEAAASSSEEE?” A satisfied smile crosses your face as you anticipate their cute little faces when they see the perfect gift you picked out for them. Then without warning, dread hits you. You forgot the batteries!

Today’s techno toys and gadgets require accessories to use them. Here are a few simple extras to pick up, that will make your perfect present work right out of the box.

1. Rechargeable batteries and battery chargers: These little “Holiday Savers” are a must-have for the big day and are… ...Keep On Reading!

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So now that we’ve decided to try out Skype/Google for communication with our far-off loved ones, what hardware do we need in order to make it happen?

The basics would include a microphone, and headset, and a web cam. All of these things can be fairly inexpensive.

Amazon. com has a variety of headset/microphone combos ranging anywhere from about $10 to over $100. I really recommend the combo, even though its hard to look cool wearing one, they really are quite convenient.

Once you have your headset, you will need a web cam. As far as those go, there are literally thousands of options available, and can range anywhere… ...Keep On Reading!