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Eric Gwinn has written about gadgets and video games for the Tribune since the early '90s. He enjoys telling readers about electronic gear that solves real-world problems at a reasonable price. Eric's articles appear in the Tribune weekly, and he often shows up on WGN radio and CLTV.
Eric Gwinn has written about gadgets and video games for the Tribune since the early '90s. He enjoys telling readers about electronic gear that solves real-world problems at a reasonable price. Eric's articles appear in the Tribune weekly, and he often shows up on WGN radio and CLTV.
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Nannycam shopping
Q: I'm thinking about getting a nanny cam, but I don't know what I should be looking for. Thoughts?
— Lucy, Niles
A: Most people buying a nanny cam are looking for peace of mind. Is the sitter treating my child well? Is my house OK while I'm on...Tags: Entertainment, Storage, Moving and Storage, Gaming
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An easy way to navigate
My City Way USA (free; iOS)
What it is: Travel-related apps covering 37 cities, each city with its own collection of restaurant finder, tour info, transit schedules, crime reports, dog park locators and more.
How it works: Choose a city, from Atlanta to...Tags: Travel, Facebook, YouTube, Social Media, Twitter, Inc.
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Gearbox: iPhone security cam
Name: Stem Innovation's iZon iPhone-compatible room monitor
What it is: A small color camera with a microphone that connects to your wireless network so you can use Stem's free app on your iPhone to check on your home and even record short clips.
The...Tags: Entertainment, Apple iPhone, File Sharing, Social Media, YouTube
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Watch HBO on the go
HBO Go (Free; iOS)
What it is: A way for HBO subscribers to watch premium content on their iPhones and iPads.
How it works: Log in through your cable subscription user name and password, and voila, top shows wherever you can get an Internet connection....Tags: Entertainment, Apple iPhone, HBO (tv network), Apple iPad, Newspaper and Magazine
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Find your kind of eatery
Alfred (free; iOS)
What it is: A personal assistant that remembers your dining preferences so no matter what city you're in, you have a ready answer to "Where do you want to eat?"
How it works: Answer a few questions from Alfred, such as "Where is one...Tags: Dining and Drinking, Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, File Sharing, Restaurants
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Gearbox: Stream music anywhere
Name: Kanex AirBlue
What it is: A small Bluetooth receiver that connects to the Aux In of your car stereo or home music system so you can stream music from your smartphone or other Bluetooth device with the A2DP profile (a Bluetooth device bought in...Tags: Arts and Culture, Arts, Apple iTunes, Fine Arts
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Slick ski resort guides
TRAVELER APPS
iTrailMap 3D ($4.99, iOS)
What it is: Three-dimensional trail maps for hundreds of resorts and ski areas worldwide. Available without an Internet connection, so they're perfect for skiers, boarders and hikers out on the trail.
How it...Tags: Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Weather Reports, Facebook, Twitter, Inc., Weather
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Easier access to the Web
Skype WiFi (Free; iOS)
What it is: A way to connect to the Web via pay-by-the-minute Wi-Fi hot spots around the world. You pay the charges using money in your Skype account.
How it works: Say you want to surf the Web in an airport, but your 3G or 4G...Tags: Entertainment, Transportation Industry, Skype, Television
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Gearbox: Hold the phone — and more
Name: The Callet
What it is: A rubbery holder for your BlackBerry or iPhone with pockets on the back to carry credit cards, dollar bills, a driver's license and similar-size items.
The good: The Callet just might replace your wallet. Its no-nonsense...Tags: Apple iPhone, Credit and Debt
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Traveler apps: Dress for the weather
Swackett (free; iOS)
What it is: A weather app that uses icons to suggest what to wear based on conditions
How it works: Type in the city or postal code you're interested in to find hourly and daily forecasts, with highs, lows, "what it feels like"...Tags: Apple iPhone, Weather Reports, Computer Hardware, Weather Statistics, Newspaper and Magazine
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5 iPhone apps to make the holidays a breeze
Holiday madness is coming, but this year you're armed: Your iPhone and a few convenient applications will help you get through the dark days ahead and keep you on top of everything — including your sanity. Check the iTunes App Store for these...Tags: Apple iPhone, Recipes, Holidays, Apple iPad, Facebook
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Goodbye, Gmail contacts; hello, new TV
Q: How do you go about deleting contacts in Gmail? Are you just supposed to have your chat contacts hanging around forever and ever?
— Dan
A: Open Gmail and click Mail on the left side of the page, then click Contacts. Select the contact you...Tags: Consumers, Sony Corp., Google Inc.
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