Family Tech

Although many think of 'smartphone addiction' as a young person's problem, seniors can get in trouble too. Just for different reasons.

By Dave Roos

We all know we’re being yelled at when we get a text using all capital letters in an email. Did that start with the invention of the internet? Or is it something older?

By Jesslyn Shields

A Minnesota entrepreneur is planning to manufacture and market what might be the ultimate in concealed weapons — a small pistol designed to look like a cellphone.

By Patrick J. Kiger

What with scheduling visitations and trying to keep in contact, divorced families face their own special challenges. Fortunately, technology is helping in some unique ways.

By Sarah Winkler

Between texting, e-mailing, TV, talking on the cell phone and playing video games, does anyone have time to be a family anymore?

By Kim Williamson

We know; it seems impossible to have a moment alone with your child without their cell phone ringing, buzzing or playing the latest annoying jingle. But there are ways to keep your kids off their cell phones. You just have to know what to do.

By Stefani Newman

Everyone's a winner who recognizes video games as more than a hobby; some of them even teach kids valuable life skills, too.

By Natalie Kilgore

There's no question obesity has become a major health threat in the United States, but could technology be a root cause of this widespread problem? Find out why the connection is more complicated than you'd think.

By Julia Layton

As more children are using the Internet more often, many are losing social skills that will help them in the real world. Does this include manners?

By Sara Elliott

Family photos have come a long way from the stoic, dressy images of yore. And we have technology to thank for that.

By Emilie Sennebogen

It's after midnight. Do you know where your teenager is? If you were tracking them via GPS you would.

By Beth Brindle

Yes, your kids play a lot of video games. But just because they're sitting in front of the computer doesn't mean they can't learn something.

By Bambi Turner

Buying technology for your family doesn't mean you have to choose between buying a computer and putting food on the table. There are affordable ways to get what you want.

By Sara Elliott

The decision to read your child's text messages is a personal one, but there are some valid reasons for why you may want to check them out.

By Sara Elliott

Got a creative kid at home? For artistic kids, the perfect gift can be one that uses technology to enhance a creative pursuit like drawing, movie-making or music composition.

By Julia Layton

Searching for some video games that won't rot your kids' brains? Here are 10 that are fun and will also teach them a thing or two!

By Caitlin Uttley

A lot has been said about technology coming in between families, but there are a lot of positives, too. It could even bring you closer together.

By Sara Elliott

So little Johnny thinks he should have his own laptop computer? Before you LOL, we'll give you a few reasons why he might just be right.

By Terri Briseno

Prepare you old computer before you donate it can. Read this article to learn how to clean up, and prepare your computer before you donate it.

By Collin Dunn, Planet Green

Recycle your electronics easily at big retailers. Read this article to learn how to recycle your electronics at big retailers.

By Collin Dunn, Planet Green

The best online sites for batering. Learn about the best online sites for selling/buying/trading.

By Jaymi Heimbuch

Is your house full of unwanted CDs? Learn seven ways to get rid of your unwanted CDs.

By Josh Peterson, Planet Green

7 Ways to get rid of unwanted DVDs. Learn 7 ways to get rid of unwanted DVDs in this article.

By Josh Peterson, Planet Green

What do you need to keep your home and family safe? A state-of-the-art home alarm system? A wireless doorbell equipped with a hidden camera? Or maybe a baby monitor with a night vision camera?

By Alison Cooper

Technology doesn't have to isolate families. Banish the idea of everyone in different rooms with different computers or TVs, and get on board with these tech-savvy ways to reconnect.

By Chris Obenschain