Eight FREE Windows 8 Apps You NEED To Check Out | From Photo Editing to Travel | #WindowsChampions

Eight FREE Windows 8 Apps You NEED To Check Out | From Photo Editing to Travel The world of apps is so confusing and finding just the right app that works just the way you want it to can be frustrating. We’ve found eight Windows 8 apps that will help make your life a little easier. From on the go photo editing, free drawing words, and cutting edge photo tools to deal hunting for flights & hotel, travel, currency calculating and even a Paypal … [Read more...]

Staying Connected With The HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart AiO Desktop Computer | #HPFamilyTime

HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart AiO Desktop Computer | #HPFamilyTime I wrote this review while participating in a program on behalf of HP and received an HP desktop PC and other products as part of my participation.   My children have been drawn to computers since they were old enough to sit up in my lap. It started with keyboard banging and has progressed to playing educational games on child friendly websites and various games we have … [Read more...]

Microsoft Announces “Chip In” Student PC Crowd-Funding Program‏ #WindowsChampions

I am posting this message as part of the Windows Champions program. I received loan of a laptop for a year as well as other opportunities to review Microsoft products. Back when I was in high school and college, not many people had personal computers of their own. We all made our daily visit to a computer lab and our purpose was mainly word processing. I have two older children, ages 21 and 16, and times have changed! Now both of them need … [Read more...]

Audiovox Over-The-Ear 808 Signature Series Headphones

Audiovox Over-The-Ear 808 Signature Series Headphones I’ve been watching people for walk around with headphones on for ages. I had wondered what the hoopla was about. I honestly thought that it was rather silly because I assumed the sound quality was the same as ear buds, they were just bigger and bulkier... a status symbol. Then I was sent a pair of Over-The-Ear 808 Signature Series Headphones to review (free of charge, all opinions are … [Read more...]

Windows XP End of Support Coming Soon | Windows 8 Upgrade Offer | #WindowsChampions

Windows XP End of Support We use our computers for many different reasons. Some use it for casual use like email, browsing and shopping, others for school, and some for business. Everyone has one common denominator when it comes to their files and information... we want it to be secure and safe. If you are using Windows XP... the following information is VITAL to you. In 2001, Windows XP was launched, and went on to become Microsoft’s … [Read more...]

New FREE Windows 8 Apps | Shopping and Health | #WindowsChampions

New FREE Windows 8 Apps #WindowsChampions   Here are a couple of new Windows 8 Apps that are not only free but they look to be super helpful as well! I am always on the lookout for fun and useful apps... so if you know of one that everyone should check out, let me know! Envvied Envvied is the first app on the Windows Store that allows you to browse and shop directly from some of the hottest photos online. Join the community of … [Read more...]

Six Fun Windows 8 Apps You NEED | #WindowsChampions

Six Fun Windows 8 Apps You NEED So you are finally getting the hang of the new Windows platform and you’re ready to add on a few new apps to spice things up. But where to start? Here are a few that we thought are must haves... from cooking and weather to toddler apps. Yumvy Free This cooking companion app makes cooking sophisticated, restaurant-quality meals at home fun, fast, and easy. YumvY will walk you through the process … [Read more...]

Declutter Your Inbox With Outlook.com #WindowsChampions

Declutter Your Inbox With Outlook.com   I am a wanna be organista. Seriously. If you know me, you’re probably laughing right now. Why? Because I have over 400,000 emails piled in my Gmail account. It’s a huge mess that will probably end up in a mass delete. Up until recently I had been downloading my emails to the program Outlook. I was able to sort and file a little, but I tend to leave emails in my inbox thinking I will get back to … [Read more...]

Microsoft Wireless Mobile 3500 Mouse

Microsoft Wireless Mobile 3500 Mouse Taking your laptop on the go can prove to be a cumbersome activity. I’m sure I am not alone in the fact that I detest the trackpad on my laptop and prefer to use a wireless mouse. I am much more efficient and get less frustrated doing so. The key to portability is size and the Microsoft Wireless Mobile 3500 Mouse is just right. You'll appreciate how this wireless mobile mouse comfortably fits your … [Read more...]

Getting to Know the HTC 8x Windows Phone | #Troop8X #HTC8

Getting to Know the HTC 8x Windows Phone The all new Windows phone 8X by HTC is here! Content and/or other value provided by our partner, HTC. What's so great about it? It features a super wide angle, front facing camera which is great for self portraits and even group Skype calls. The built-in 2.0 lens, back-side illumination and ImageChip make sure your photos come out great in any light. It has Beats Audio which … [Read more...]