From bike lights to greater TV access to docking devices to smart security
Here are a few tech-inspired ideas for Father's Day. Bicycle light If Dad is a cycling enthusiast, you want him to be safe, especially at night. So light the way for him with a Beryl Laserlight. This LED technology combines white light with a mini laser diode. It beams a laser image in the shape…
The CEO of Bumble Bee Baskets talks about the joy of giving and receiving, and of running a business that makes it all happen
Jade Anderson is CEO of Bumble Bee Baskets Inc. What is Bumble Bee Baskets and what do you do? Anderson: Bumble Bee Baskets is Calgary’s unique gift-giving experience. We offer a wide selection of gifts and gift baskets that accommodate to corporate, personal, and promotional gift giving. We are all about the experience, providing convenience,…
With advanced smart technology, it cleverly cleans and empties even while you’re away
The last thing most people want to do is vacuum. So the new Wi-Fi-connected iRobot Roomba i7+ vacuum makes perfect sense. Until now, the technology hasn’t been up for the job. But this might be the robot vacuum you’ve been waiting for. The iRobot designers reimagined the Roomba using the latest technology. It adapts to…
Budget-friendly picks for the outdoors enthusiast, music lover, Apple Watch user and preschooler
Selecting a holiday gift from the latest gadgets and tech-infused offerings can be daunting and time-consuming. So here are a few budget-friendly picks for the outdoors enthusiast, music lover, Apple Watch users and preschoolers. Safe drinking water anywhere A gift for the outdoors type or anyone who likes to be prepared in case of emergency…
Fourth generation model resists liquids, has wireless audiobook support and is cheap. That all adds up to a good Christmas gift
The newest Kindle Paperwhite looks more or less like its three-year-old predecessor. But drop old faithful into the tub and you’d be buying another one. In contrast, the fourth generation model now available has a waterproof body that can soak in up to two metres of fresh water for an hour – simply dry it off…
Kate Harris’s book is a must for the travellers on your gift list; discovering Norway and Iceland; indulging in a wellness weekend
Modern explorer Kate Harris’s story may not compel you to follow in the skinny tire tracks she left on an often-gruelling bicycle trip on the ancient Silk Road trading route. But one thing is for sure: She’ll leave you breathless with her beautiful writing about her 10,000-kilometre cycling odyssey through 10 countries in her book…
New Kindle Paperwhite, Fitbit Charge and the iRobot Roomba models make for great contenders
Have you ever hesitated to buy a gadget because it wasn't quite right? Or perhaps you bought something but found the technology wasn’t up to the job? You’re not alone, but there are always new things coming onto the market or retooled devices that might fit the bill. So we’re having a first look at…
Shashi Behl of Joydrop and Fernweh Gifts and Goods keeps longing for the place she's never been, and that serves her customers well
Shashi Behl is owner of Joydrop and founding partner of Fernweh Gifts and Goods. What is Fernweh? When did you start the company and why in Banff? And what do you sell? Behl: Fernweh is the German word for “longing for a place that you have never been.” Fairmont Resorts asked us – I have…
Smartphones, tablets, computers and even our vehicles need a boost sometimes. The Jump Starter 44 offers a handy solution
No matter where our travels take us, we never seem to have enough battery power to keep things charged up. Smartphones, tablets, computers and even our vehicles need a boost sometimes. The Weego Jump Starter 44 offers a handy solution. The Weego 44 is powerful, putting out 400 true cranking amps – the power the battery…
Ears come in all different shapes and sizes and so do earphones, earbuds and headphones
With the weather turning cold, holiday season is right around the corner. While many are thinking about keeping their ears warm, others might be thinking of keeping their ears filled with their favourite tunes and podcasts. So instead of toques, let’s look at headphones and wireless earbuds to meet different budgets. Dr. Dre meets Mickey…