Kids these days know how to use iPhones before they’re even out of diapers. While it’s great that our kids will grow up super tech savvy, (we ❤️  technology) setting boundaries around tech are important in this increasingly digital world.

Technology is keeping us more connected than ever. While you may not want to give your five-year-old unfettered access to an iPhone, they’re probably the person you most want to stay connected with. That’s where Toymail comes in. Read more…

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New legislation is officially on the table that could have big ramifications for Facebook, Google, Twitter, and the rest of the internet.  

Democratic Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Mark Warner, with support from Republican Sen. John McCain, have co-sponsored a bill called the “Honest Ads Act” that would require internet companies to keep a public database of who is paying for political ads on their networks. The bill also requires companies to do a better job at policing their sites and preventing foreign interference like what occurred during the 2016 election.  Read more…

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Over the past couple of years, British hi-fi company Bowers & Wilkins has become quite serious about headphones. With its latest model, the PX, the company became a serious contender in a hot niche: Wireless, noise-cancelling headphones. 

B&W replaced its P7 Wireless model with the new PX in early October. I’ve had about 10 days to test them out. In many areas, the PX are among the best in class, but minor nuisances keep them from being perfect. 

Wireless, noise-cancelling headphones are an interesting class of product. When it comes to sound quality, they can’t compete with pricey, audiophile headphones (and they never will), but in the last couple of years, manufacturers have found ways to make them sound really good.  Read more…

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Source: Mashable | B&W PX headphones will let you enjoy music in total peace

Friends, we are now in the throes of fall. And as the leaves begin to fall in Cincinnati, Ohio, a new autumnal queen has emerged: Fiona the hippo.

Fiona the hippo has been the queen of many realms: eating lettuce, being cute, taking showers, family reunions. But this might be her most adorable domain of all.

Earlier this month, the Cincinnati Zoo posted a video to celebrate the kickoff of “Hall-ZOO-ween,” during which kids can stop by on the weekends to trick-or-treat at the zoo. More importantly, though, it’s when Fiona got a pumpkin and looked really cute eating it. Read more…

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