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| MomFinds Daily Blog
Fri May 02, 2008
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts for Techie Moms
Category: Mother's Day Electronics
I’m a techie by trade, so my nerdiness comes naturally. To me, there’s no better Mother’s Day gift than a clever gadget, and I know I’m not alone. Just because you’re a mom doesn’t mean you can’t be a proud geek as well. Here are some of my favorite techie finds:
Sony T2 Digital Still Camera ($350): As the self-appointed family documentarian, I always carry a camera. Check my blog, there’s no event I deem too minor to be photographed. I love Sony’s T2 Digital Still Camera not only because it’s so small, light, and portable, but it takes fabulous pictures. It has 8.1 megapixels, which provide incredibly sharp photos, especially if you get a shot so great that you want it blown up large. It has SteadyShot optical image stabilization that prevents blur and enables you to get a sharp shot on the go. The touch-screen operation makes it absolutely a snap to use (if you’ll pardon the pun). But the two things that appeal to the utter geek in me is the Face Detection technology (which automatically recognizes a face and adjusts your focus, exposure, color and flash accordingly) and the Smile Shutter Mode, which will shoot automatically when your subject laughs, smiles or even grins. Tell dad that this makes a perfect gift, as he can even have it engraved for free now through May 14.
iJoy 130 Massage chair ($750): Now, I know the iJoy Massage Chair is not cheap. But in my opinion, the iJoy is worth every penny and you, mama, totally deserve it. After trying this chair at a friend’s house, I put it on the top of my Christmas list. It is seriously one of the best gifts I’ve ever received. This chair’s motors (rather miraculously) simulate the hands, arms, and wrists of a trained massage therapist, with different pre-programs to choose for a complete back massage. This is no wimpy massage chair—you really feel it when you’re done. I love that I can plop down and capture a five-minute break or a half-hour break—it’s there for me no matter what time I have. And when you think about the pampering you allow yourself now verses before you had kids, the price is totally justified.
Clarisonic Skincare Brush ($195): A friend recently told me, in all seriousness, that every woman should schedule a professional facial at least twice a month. This friend also didn’t have children. Even if I could justify $90 twice a month for a facial (the going rate here in Chicago), how I would find the time to escape for such a luxury is another question altogether.
I’ve found that the Clarisonic Skincare Brush is the answer to gorgeous, glowing skin for busy moms on a budget. This soft, gentle brush both deep cleans and exfoliates, giving you skin that positively glows. Since I started using my Clarisonic, I’ve noticed that all of my tried-and-true skincare products (like moisturizers and serums) work so much better. I can’t understate the difference in my skin since I started using it, especially as someone with sensitive skin. Tell your husband that you’ll be saving hundreds on spa facials with this gift.
Apple iPhone: ($399 - $499): I know I’m not exactly breaking news by recommending the iPhone. (I mean, what self-respecting techie hasn’t at least played with an iPhone at the Apple store?) I’m just saying that if you’ve debated getting one and need that extra nudge, this is one awesome gadget.
The iPhone is the bridge between my personal life as a mom and my professional life as a designer. When I’m in mom mode, I can still check and reply to emails without retreating to my laptop. And when I’m in work mode, all of my contacts and numbers are in one easy place. I use it to check Web sites, schedule playdates, maintain shopping lists, look up maps, and even snap photos on the go. When we’re stuck in traffic, and my little boy is fussy, I just cue up an episode of Dora, and he’s happy again. My iPhone has become an essential tool in my daily life. Believe the hype.
Are you a techie mom? What do you want for Mother’s Day?
Tue Feb 19, 2008
A Find: Give Your Laptop a Stylish Makeover
Category: Electronics Solutions
 What: DecalGirl Laptop Skins
Why: There’s not a day that goes by without me plugging away on my trusty laptop. It’s how I work, shop, play and organize my life, and you can totally see the wear and tear on it. If you’re in the same boat, here’s an easy way to give your sidekick a quick and easy facelift.
DecalGirl has tons of ready-to-wear…I mean apply…skins that give hard working laptops a much-needed makeover. Choose from bold graphics, feminine florals and even masterpieces from Van Gogh and Monet. It takes only a few seconds, and you can easily remove it without the sticky residue when you want another look. Your laptop will finally have as much style as its owner.
Price: Starting at $19.99
Find it: decalgirl.com
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Tue Dec 11, 2007
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Category: Electronics Giveaways For the Home Gadgets
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Get ready to say “Cheese!” because today’s prize is an awesome Sony Digital Camera. Boasting 7.2 megapixels and a large LCD screen, on a small, lightweight body that fits easily in your pocket, it’s no wonder why they can’t keep this camera in stock (the last time we checked, it was sold out). Another reason to love it? It takes video, so you can capture all of baby’s firsts on film and video.
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