With all the technology and gadgets around us, it’s not easy choosing a techie gift for kids anymore. Most of the time we end up getting a useless toy, a cliche item like a PS4 game or something that is not age appropriate and might need adult supervision. I've compiled a list of some of the best tech gadgets available for kids of all ages. Note that the below items are based on online availabilities and prices, since they might vary from one country to…
As a techie person, I can’t help but notice the huge online and social media gap that exists between many parents and their kids. This is due to several factors, most are originating from the parents’ side. Whether the parents are technically challenged, don't have an online presence, are not up-to-date with the latest trends and platforms or simply just lack the proper communication with their kids on all things digital. Being a dad for a 10 and 7 year-old…
The other day, my nine year old daughter asked me, why am I constantly taking pictures of her and her younger brother? She was wondering why am I always stalking them with my camera, phone or anything with a lens trying to take endless amounts of pictures? I have a feeling, that she sometimes sees me as the annoying paparazzi dad who just can’t get enough pictures: smile, stand still, wait, cheese, one more! I have been thinking about it and…
Last week, my wife and I managed to get out of the country and spend a few days in Europe. We wanted to recharge our batteries and get away from the daily pressures we all face in the country. The whole trip was amazing and we managed to disconnect and enjoy the beautiful cities of Budapest and Vienna during winter time. Looking back at the trip and any other trip, you realize that so many memories are forever engraved in…
I always said that I’ll never give my kids mobile phones before they become teenagers. I was even constantly bashing my friends for doing so, but all this changed when we got kids of our own, and I realized the pressure parents face on the topic. I always said that I’ll never give my kids mobile phones before they become teenagers. I was even constantly bashing my friends for doing so, but all this changed when we got kids of our…
Thoughts on how technology has changed the education process from creation to consumption. EDUtaining the i-Generation (impact of technology on education) from Jimmy Ghazal
