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Santa may be busy in December, but he probably still watches some TV. Here are three sets that he may have in his North Pole home.

I have always thought smart home gadgets are a bit gimmicky, until I broke down and installed a few. I am now a convert as they are not only practical but so convenient they can actually improve your quality of life. For instance, I have a keyless lock in my home so I never worry about carrying around keys that I can lose. If I have friends or family that arrive when I am not there, I can let them in remotely until I show up. It’s great!   HUE is Philips line of smart home products that is all about lighting that can be controlled using your Smartphone or tablet. It brings the Internet of Things to reality and there are so many excellent ways to use HUE lighting products. Let’s explore just a few to give you an idea how they can improve life at home.

 Did you know that Mother’s Day is on May 8th this year? Check your watch or phone for the date. That’s how many shopping days you still have left. Stuck on gift giving ideas? Check inside for some cool gifts to get mom this year, with some input from my wife (a techie,) my coworker (a non-techie) and a few other moms with different interests.

Explore how you can improve your home recording experience as a musician. Discover the equipment, recording software, and microphones you need for your home setup.

Stay on budget! While splashing out on electronics is tempting, it might be unnecessary. There’s great Bluetooth speaker options for music lovers under $50.

Protein powders and supplements are a great addition to help keep your daily health on track and help you get the most out of your workouts.

Explore the key differences between smart rings and smartwatches. This guide covers everything you need to know to decide which is right for you.

Google Nest products take accessibility to a new level with an easy touch screen interface, voice assistance, and integration with thousands of other smart technologies.