NAMM 2014: Gibson Les Paul Guitars

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Gibson showed us some truly beautiful guitars in the Melody Maker and SG lines. They are celebrating their 120th anniversary this year and have added some really tasteful extras to their lines to celebrate.   What I really found exciting was the Min-ETune feature hardware that Gibson demonstrated to us. Will this be the end of manual tuning?

Running watches for beginners

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There are plenty of smartwatches with features for runners, but if you are just getting started, look for running watches for beginners.

Setting up your smart home before you travel

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During family travel, a smart home adds peace of mind. If you want to control your home remotely, here's what you need to do.

Best thing to read at the beach: your e-book!

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Who doesn’t love lounging on the beach, reclining by the pool or sitting on the deck reading a book in the summer sun? E-books make the experience even better, but only if you do it the right way. Don’t risk expensive damage or torture your eyes with a smartphone or tablet, use a dedicated e-reader instead and make the most of the reading opportunity.

Business laptops: designed for getting work done

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What makes a business laptop? What a business (or a professional user) needs in a laptop is going to vary depending on who you ask and the nature of the industry they’re in, but there are some characteristics most business laptops have in common. Generally speaking, a business laptop is powerful enough to take the place of a desktop PC with a display that’s good enough to take the place of an external monitor for hours at a time. It’s able to run software such as Microsoft Office, has the storage capacity for plenty of documents, it’s durable and it has a high quality keyboard. Other factors such as a full complement of ports and connectivity options, battery life and pre-installed software like Microsoft Windows 8 Pro may also come into play. Here’s what else you need to know before deciding on a business laptop.

Introducing the QC 25 noice cancelling headphones from Bose

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Bose has developed quite the reputation for itself. In only 50 short years since its launch, the Bose brand has become both a leader in the consumer electronics pack and synonymous with superior sound quality. But being a leader isn’t always enough for Bose. Nope, to stay on top of their game they often best even themselves, which is apparent when you look at the latest addition to their headphone product lineup, the Bose QuietComfort 25 Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones.

Keep your New Years Resolution for a greener life around the...

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Another New Year is upon us, and that means that it’s resolution time again. Like the vast majority of people who make resolutions, mine typically revolve around making positive changes to my diet and fitness regimes, and tend to be broken within a matter of weeks. That’s why this year I decided to change things up a bit and have resolved to live a greener life at home. If you want to do the same, here are some simple solutions that will help reduce your carbon footprint and increase your green-factor.

Cool gear to stay emergency prepared

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 Did you know that ever year in Canada, the first full week of May is Emergency Preparedness Week? I certainly didn’t, but this event couldn’t have come to my attention at a better time. To be honest, I am completely ill prepared for even the most minor of emergency situations, which is why I am going to fully embrace this year’s theme of Plan. Prepare. Be Aware. If you too think it’s time to get­–or beef up–an emergency kit, here is some very cool gear to include that will help you stay prepared.  

New toys deliver big fun for little babies

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Baby toys aren't just for play—they can also promote physical and cognitive development. Educational toys, bouncers and activity centres provide endless entertainment and learning for babies.

6 Amazing Things VR Can Do

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2016 has been the year for virtual reality. Though it’s been around for a while, only now has it seemed to have found its groove. The headsets are better than ever. The much-buzzed-about VR set, Oculus Rift, finally launched in October, creating a rift between actual and virtual reality. VR isn’t only for gaming or simulating being on a rollercoaster anymore. Here are some other incredible ways it can be used.