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Holiday Tech Gifts For All
Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Tablet, Pen, and Keyboard Bundle.11.5 inches Display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G Octa-Core Processor (8 x Kryo 470 CPU, up to 2.2 GHz), 128GB, with a Front : 8MP RGB + 8MP IR & RGB Fixed Focus Camera and a
Rear : 13MP Auto Focus + 5MP Fixed Focus Camera. $599.99 Shop Here: lenovo.com/us/en
The Gitamini Personal Cargo Robot in Limited Edition Shadow Black. The ultimate assistant to carry all your goods around the neighborhood. Includes a bluetooth speaker, can carry up to 20 pounds of groceries. 21 miles on one charge for up to 7 hours of companionship and fun. It will be the talk of the neighborhood! $2175 Shop Here: shop.piaggiofastforward.com
Air Selfie Air Neo Aerial Camera. Smaller than an iPhone, with HD 12MP Camera for high resolution photos and 2k high definition video. Completely Hands Free. Can post to social media directly from the Air Neo App. $159.95 Shop Here: airselfiecamera.com
Roccat Vulcan II Max Keyboard. Titan II Optical Mechanical Switches, Smart Keys with dedicated LED indicate when secondary functions are active, On-board storage for up to 4 user profiles, Translucent Detachable Palm Rest. $229.95 Shop Here: roccat.com
Roccat Kone XP Air Gaming Mouse. With a refined ergomatic Kone shape, multi-button design and 4D wheel with 29 Programable inputs, Gaming grade 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth Dual Connectivity. $169.95 Shop Here: roccat.com
Seagate Special Edition FireCuda 2TB External Hard Drive. Works with PC, Mac, PlayStation, and Xbox, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Cable, and features Rescue Data Recovery Services. $139.95 Shop Here: seagate.com
Solos Xeon 2 Smartglasses /Airgo. These stylish unisex sunglasses are perfect for running, cycling, hiking and active living. 11 hours of music listening or 8 hours of talk time with an extended battery. Quality sound that extracts background noise, user friendly. $199 Shop Here: solosglasses.com
Zens Dual + Watch Aluminum Wireless Charger. 20W, Supports Apple & Samsung Fast Charge, Charges 2 Devices and an Apple Watch Simultaneously. $119.95 Shop Here: makezens.com
Drop + Epos H3X Gaming Headset. Affordable and super high quality headset with 20Hz-20,000kHz Frequency Response, Sound Pressure level / Sensitivity: 111 dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 0.7 V RMS. $79.99 Shop Here: drop.com
Drop + The Lord of The Rings Elvish Keyboard. 87 Keys, Green ENTR anodized aluminum case, Pad printed case artwork by Oshetart, Drop phantom stabilizers, USB-C. $199 Shop Here: drop.com
Poly Sync 40 USB/Bluetooth Smart Speakerphone for conference/huddle room meetings. Up to 30 hours of talk time. User friendly easy set up. $239.95 Shop Here: poly.com
Codi Worldwide Wireless headset with integrated AI Noise cancelling microphone. Connect wirelessly via pairing or USB- A dongle, range up to 32 feet, volume and control buttons as well as an adjustable headband and cushioned ear pads. $129.99 Shop Here: codiworldwide.com
Smart Teddy is a plush learning talking bear for pre-schoolers. Educational with over 100 learning scenarios available through the App. Teaches the ABC’s as well as emotional intelligence tools. $199.99 Shop Here: mysmartteddy.com
Zagg Powerstation Wireless Stand with MagSafe. 20W of charging power, up to 39+ hours of video playback, charge two devices at once, and adjustable stand for viewing and charging. $129.95 Shop Here: zagg.com/en_us
Visiontek VT400 Portable USB-C Docking Station with Power Passthrough. One single USB-C connection you can connect up to two external displays, transfer files and data at up to 5Gbps speeds, charge mobile devices and your laptop. $139.99 Shop Here: visiontek.com
Catalyst iphone 14 Pro Max Influence Case with MagSafe. These cases are available for the entire 14 series. Designed to survive 2.5X higher drops than military standard (MIL-STD-810G – 3m/10ft). 30% Louder Sound. $59.99 Shop Here: catalystcase.com
Speck Presidio2 Grip Magsafe iPhone 14 cases. Up to 13-foot drop protection for extreme durability with Presidio2 Armor Cloud Technology that cushions and protects your phone like an airbag. Enhanced ultra-responsive buttons for smoother clicks and volume control. Available for all iPhone 14 models in several colors. $49.95 Shop Here: speckproducts.com
ROKU Ultra HD 4K streaming player. The fastest and most powerful player thus far. Cinematic Dolby Vision picture & Dolby Atmos sound, Stream a massive selection of free, live, and premium TV, and Roku Voice Remote Pro. $69.99 Shop Here: roku.com
Tech Gifts – 2021
Einova Power Bar. Apple MFi certified, multi -device, Two Qi Apple Fast Wireless Charging spots for iPhone and AirPods (or two Qi-compatible smartphones) plus Apple Watch spot. 10,000mAh total battery capacity and 53W total output. Watch and iPhone sold separately. $149.99 Shop Here: einova.com
wireless charging compatible, clean action technology. $34.99 Shop Here: preventthedrop.com
Tech Gifts – 2020
 The Wacom 1 Creative Pen Display raises your digital expression and creativity to a new level. For work at home or virtual student learning, the natural pen feel on a 13.3 screen, comes with creative software included and connectivity possibilities to Android, Microsoft, and Mac. $399 Shop Here: wacom.com
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 Gaming Headset for Playstation 4 and 5. Features bluetooth, improved battery life, comfort, and is optimized for 3D PS5 Audio. $149.95 Shop Here:Â turtlebeach.com
 ROCCAT Vulcan TKL Compact Mechanical RGB Gaming Keyboard has all the advantages of a bigger keyboard, but in a compact form freeing valuable desk space. $129.99 Shop Here: en.roccat.org
Hover-1 Alpha Foldable Electric Scooter with 17.4 miles an hour max speed and a travel range of 12 miles one 1 charge. Lightweight yet powerful with built in bluetooth. Can hold up to 264.5 pounds This is the perfect gift for commuters, students, especially in 2020, where personal transportation and safety are key. $399 Shop Here:Â bestbuy.com
Jabra Elite 85t In-Ear Headphones Offer a 25 hour battery life, bluetooth capability up to 33ft. Fully adjustable Jabra advanced ANC. Connects up to 2 devices with advanced active noise cancellation. Titanium Black $229.99 Shop Here:Â jabra.com
Andover Spindeck Turntable. A high grade plug and play belt drive turntable that is user friendly with easy set up. Pre-mounted Ortofon OM5 Cartridge, 8.6″ Alunimum Tonearm with Sapphire Bearings, Special Turntable Feet for effective coupling. Perfect gift for music lovers! $299 Shop Here:Â andoveraudio.com
Gabb Z2 Cellphone for Kids, provides parents a worry free experience when giving a young child a phone. No parental controls needed:Â no social media, no web browsing, no games, no app store. Does have an 8MP camera for selfies, pics, and videos, bluetooth, and comes pre-loaded with 14 essential apps: music, phone, messaging, contacts, camera, video, gallery, calendar, calculator, clock, voice recorder, FM radio, file manager and settings. Monthly plans range from $19.99 to $24.99 a month, $79.99. Shop Here:Â gabbwireless.com
1More Stylish Dual Dynamic Driver BT-In ear headphones in Gold. Â Fast charge with 3 hours of use on a 10 minute charge, bluetooth range up to 30 feet with clear sound. $59.99 Shop Here:Â usa.1more.com
Hypercharger Max 100W Ultra Series with 30W USB-C Wall Charger and 3 Foot USB-C Cable. Charges up to 3 devices at once. Can charge a smartphone up to 6 times and a tablet 3 times on 1 charge. $79.99 Shop Here:Â linearflux.myshopify.com
Hypersonic DX-3D Hyper Definition True-Wireless In- Ear Buds with Touch Control. Water Resistant, with 18 hours of play time, passive noise cancellation, works with apple siri and android assistant. $59.99 Shop Here:Â linearflux.myshopify.com
OWC USB-C Travel Dock: 5 ports of connectivity (2) USB-A 3.1 Gen 1, (1) HDMI, (1) SD card, (1) USB-C power pass through, Charge while working: Up to 100W pass-through power for a notebook or other devices, Neat and tidy: Built-in cable storage, Compatibility: notebooks, tablets, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Windows and Chrome. $69.95 Shop Here: owcdigital.com
ROCCAT Kain 200 AIMO Wireless Titan-Click RGB Gaming Mouse. 2.4 Hz wireless transmission with AIMO illumination. $99.99 Shop Here:Â en.roccat.org
Catalyst Influence Case for iPhone 12 Pro Max. Drop Proof Military Standard 810G. Customizable crux attachment system, sold separately to strap, clip, and hang your iPhone $39.99 Shop Here:Â catalystlifestyle.com
Mothers Day Gift Guide – 2020 – Fashion, Tech, and Home
1More True Wireless In-Ear Headphones: Fast Charging with a 6.5 hour battery life, Bluetooth 5, Titanium Composite Dynamic Driver, Multiple Pairing Modes. $99.99 Shop Here: usa.1more.com
Fujifilm Instax 11 Instant Film Camera. Brand New with automatic exposure technology and a built in selfie mirror. Pictured in Sky Blue. $69.99 Shop Here: bestbuy.com
Sleepletics Celliant Performance Sheets: Celliant mineral infused fabric converts body heat into infrared energy and brings it back to your body in a safe and natural way. Promotes healthier and better sleep. $115.99 for Queen Set. Different sizes and colors available. Shop Here: sleepletics.com
Black & Decker Powerseries Extreme Cordless Stick Vacuum in Blue: 55 minutes of continuous run time, 3X cleaning system for multi-surface clean up, multi-debris pick up, and a anti-tangle brush. $184.19 Shop Here: amazon.com
Not just for kids, American Girl Dolls are for everyone. Joss is a surfer girl who never backs down from a challenge. Includes doll & book. Surfboard sold separately. $98 Shop Here: americangirl.com
Lovepop Cards Sweetheart Flower Bouquet: Pop-Up bouquet is 10.25 inches tall by 7.5 inches wide when unfolded. $24 Shop Here: lovepopcards.com
Soul Journey “Be of Love” Bracelet. Premium quality Rose Quartz with a vermeil moon and stars charm and a white sapphire sun charm. $68 Shop Here:Â souljourneyjewelry.com
Eyebobs Fringe Benefits Polarized Sunglasses in Brown & Green Swirl. Polarized lenses that offer crystal clear, glare free view and 100% UV protection. $99 Shop Here: eyebobs.com
Ann Taylor Floral Smocked Shift Dress: On trend floral design with a flowy relaxed fit. Perfect for day or night $149 Shop Here: anntaylor.com
Cupshe Blue and White Print Kaftan. Breezy floor length cover up that is stylish and comfortable. $24.99 Shop Here: cupshe.com
Cupshe Green With White Crochet Trim Bandeau Bikini: Color of the season with adjustable straps, bandeau top with adjustable straps. $32.99 Shop Here: cupshe.com
Lysse Taylor Seamed Leggings: Classic & Comfortable with a patented concealed waistband, 4X stretch, with a body hugging fit. $78 Shop Here: lysse.com
Tech Gifts – 2019
Purogamer Volume Limited Gaming Headphones. Crystal clear sounds with unmatched hearing protection. Compatible with PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox 1, iPad, or mobile phone. $49.99Â Shop Here:Â purosound.com
XEN Neuvana Box Set: Designed by doctors and focusing on the Vagus nerve. Increases overall wellness, calmness, balance, and rejuvenation. Bundle includes Xen, Xen headphones, Xen Earbuds, Xen Display Stand. Requires a compatible mobile device (iPhone®/iPad®/iPod touch® with iOS® 11 or later; Android device with OS 6 or later. $399 Shop Here: neuvanalife.com
Audio-Technica Turntable.:AT- LP60WH-BT Fully Automatic Bluetooth Wireless Belt- Drive Stereo Turntable in Black $149 Shop Here:Â amazon.com
HELM True Wireless 5.0 Headphones. Pure HiFi Sound, Low Latency (no lag) for Music & Movies, 6-8 Hours Play Time +30 Extra Hrs with the Portable Charging Case, Rain, Sweat, & Mud Approved with IPX4 Water Resistance. $129.99 Shop Here: helmaudio.com
FUJIFILM Instax Mini Liplay, the smallest hybrid instant camera incorporating both instant print and digital technologies. $159.95 Shop Here:Â instaxus.com
Amazon- Echo Show 5 Smart Display with Alexa in Charcoal. $89.99 Shop Here:Â bestbuy.com
Native Union Dock Marquetry Wireless Charger. Handcrafted leather design verified and optimized for iPhones 8 or newer models. $119.99 Shop Here:Â nativeunion.com
Limitless Innovations Jumpstart-Portable Vehicle Jumpstarter, Flashlight, PowerBank with 37000Mah. In Rose Gold $119.99 Shop Here:Â limitlessinnovations.com
Soundcore by Anker Liberty 2 Pro Earphones. The world’s first earphones to utilize the Astria Coaxial Acoustic Architecture. Endorsed by 10 Grammy-Award winning audio producers. $149.99 Shop Here: soundcore.com
UAG Monarch Series Iphone 11 Case. Handcrafted, feather-light construction with 5 layers of protection. $59.95 Shop Here: urbanarmorgear.com
AUSTERE V Series Active HDMI 5.0m State of The Art technology exceeds expectations to provide optimal visual and audio performance at cable lengths up to 5m. $149.99 Shop Here:Â austere.com
1More Quad Driver In-Ear Headphones (E1010). Four Drivers with meticulous design, intelligent controls with microphone, with deluxe accessories. $169.99 Shop Here:Â usa.1more.com
Lenovo Smart Display 10″ inch with Google Assistant: From remembering a birthday to checking the weather. Just say “Hey Google” and the Google Assistant built into the vibrant 10″ screen will spring into actionLenovo Smart Display 10″ with Google Assistant. $249.99 Shop Here:Â lenovo.com
The DreamOn Band emits low-frequency pulses to gently activate your body’s natural sleep. The App tracks sleep patterns and offers sleep tips and meditations. $149 Shop Here:Â dreamon.co
Pittsburgh: Health, Wellness, Tech, and Food!
“Pull Up A Chair” Campaign
Downtown Pittsburgh
Downtown Pittsburgh
Downtown Pittsburgh
Steelers Stadium
Duquesne Incline
When we used to think about Pittsburgh, PA we would imagine a city that was a center for heavy industry, steel mills, but those days are long gone. These days the city is clean, green, focused on sustainability, filled with warm people, a vibrant food scene, artist community and of- course lots of professional sports teams.
Recently voted America’s “Most Livable City, Pittsburgh has many affordable housing options, premium healthcare facilities and top notch universities including Carnegie Mellon and University of Pittsburgh. As a matter of fact, the city is so tech savvy, second only to Silicone Valley, that is has been dubbed Silicone Valley of the East. On occasion, one can witness a self driving car whiz by, being tested as commissioned by Uber and Lyft, etc.
Health and Wellness is at the forefront of life in Pittsburgh. Planned green spaces designed for outdoor recreation and exercise are everywhere. Food choices are many and it seems that vegetarian and vegan restaurants are popping up in many of the 90 neighborhoods.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a 15 acre mecca of gardens, seasonal flower shows and exhibits. The focus and research is on sustainability and the effects of plant life on our environment. Exotic plants abound including orchids and bonsai trees. Summer camps and year round learning possibilities available for children.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Phipps
Phipps
Fairmont Pittsburgh
Fairmont Pittsburgh
Fairmont Pittsburgh
The Fairmont Pittsburgh opened in 2010 and has led the way to offer luxurious and certified “Green” accommodations for business and leisure travelers. Located in the heart of downtown, the “LEED” certified gold level property serves delicious American fare at FL.2, cocktails & jazz at Andy’s wine bar, a spa and health club, plus lots of meeting space and weddings. The gorgeous grand ballroom can hold a wedding of up to 450 guests and the hotel staff can help orchestrate the perfect wedding of any size.
Vandal
Legume
Legume
Legume
The Porch
Apteka
Apteka
Primanti Brothers
Where to EAT in Pittsburgh:
The Vandal, a trendy locally owned restaurant in the Lawrenceville neighborhood. Locally sourced, farm to table seasonal cuisine and is BYOB.
Gluten Free Goat, A neighborhood cafe in Garfield. Gluten Free fare, fresh bread, pastries, breakfast & lunch options plus new dinner menu.
Legume Bistro, Located in the Oakland neighborhood. Ingredient focused restaurant with the freshest seafood and meats sourced locally from Western, PA.
The Porch, Located on the University of Pittsburgh campus, lively atmosphere, seasonal menu, casual cafeteria style eatery.
Apteka, Contemporary restaurant known for its vegan Eastern European Fare. Favorite dishes include vegan pierogis and potato pancakes!
FL.2, On the second floor of the Fairmont Pittsburgh. Modern American cuisine with a huge breakfast menu. Elegant space, carefully created dishes using the finest ingredients.
Primanti Bros, Iconic Pittsburgh Sandwich shop, huge portions. A must try for any visitor to Pittsburgh.
Things To Do in Pittsburgh:
Ride The Duquesne Incline From Mount Washington ride the century old cable car opened in 1877. Visit the museum, check out the gift shop and the views are amazing.
Visit The Love Pittsburgh Shop : Located on Mount Washington the store showcases local makers, artists, and craftsmen. Walk out with unique one of kind gifts. Owned and run by women entrepreneurs.
Peace, Love and Zen Spa: Visit this popular spa in the East Liberty neighborhood offering a variety of services. Our favorite was the ultra relaxing and healing Himalayan Salt Cave.
Walk The Burgh Tours: Walk through Pittsburgh with knowledgable, friendly and experienced tour guides. See the sights and learn the history.
Other sites to visit: Market Square, Point State Park, The Andy Warhol Museum, Mattress Factory Museum, National Aviary, Heinz History Center
Tech Gifts
Singsation Main Stage Karaoke System, 60 voice changing settings, comes with two mics for performing duets. $299.99 Shop Here: bestbuy.com
Anker Soundcore FLARE Bluetooth Speaker $59.99 Shop Here: homedepot.com
1MORE Triple Driver BT Wireless In-Ear Headphones in silver $149.99 Shop Here: bestbuy.com
Brand New Echo Show 2nd generation. 10.1 HD Screen with premium sound. In Charcoal $229.99 Shop Here: amazon.com
ATEN USB-C Multiport Dock with Power Pass- Through. Connects up to 10 devices through a USB-C Cable $156 Shop Here: amazon.com
Brand New! Muse 2 multi-sensor meditation device that provides real time feedback on brain activity, heart rate, breathing and body movements. $249 Shop Here: choosemuse.com
Kids Connect-KC2 with 8GB Memory Pre-Paid Cell Phone in Black $99.99 Shop Here: bestbuy.com
I-home Aquio Bottle iBTB2 in Blush 16oz BPA free bottle to keep beverages cold up to 24 hours and hot up to 14 hours with a detachable bluetooth speaker $59.99 Shop Here: ihomeaudio.com
Lumee Duo Marble Iphone XS Max Case. 30 minutes of studio lighting with full brightness $69.95 Shop Here: lumee.com
Hubmax 10050 mAh extra portable battery for up to 6X more power for smartphones, tablets, USB devices $99.99 Shop Here: mycharge.com
Epson Expression Home XP -5100 Small- In-One Printer $119.99 Shop here: epson.com
Beddr sleep tuner reveals how breathing and position affects sleep quality. Pre-Order now ships December 2018 $149 Shop Here: beddrsleep.com
Holiday Gift Guide – Tech
Arlo- Pro 2 by NetGear Camera Security System 2 Camera Kit, Wireless, 1080P. It is weatherproof and good for indoor/outdoor use. $479.99 Shop It:Â bestbuy.com
MyCharge AdventureUltra Rechargeable 13400mAh portable charger. Charges small laptops, tablets, smartphones, and USB devices. great for tailgating or weekend camping trips. $129.99 Shop it:Â mycharge.com
Nixplay Seed 10 inch WiFi Cloud Digital Photo Frame with IPS Display. Works with Iphone & Android app. Free 10GB online storage and motion sensor. User friendly with easy set up. Ultimate grandparents gift! $169.99 Shop it:Â amazon.com
JBL Link 20 Voice Activated Portable Speaker. Built in chromecast, 24 bit/96Hz quality sound. WiFi and Bluetooth. Built in Google assistant. 6000mAh rechargeable battery 10 hours of continuous play. $199.95 Shop it:Â jbl.com
Brand new from Pogotec. The PogoCam attaches to your own glasses and captures HD videos. Takes 100 photos or six 30 second videos on a single charge. Included smart case charges PogoCam up to 3 times on the go. Holds up to 16,000 photos or 180 30 second videos. $149 Shop it:Â pogotec.com
The Stealth Core Trainer makes working out on your core fun with gameplay technology. A dynamic workout that is able to isolate 29 core muscles in a 3 minute workout. Used with the Stealth Core Challenge gaming app on iPhone & android. $299 Shop it:Â stealthbodyfitness.com
Monster Firecracker HD Bluetooth Speaker. Stereo sound from 2 Full- Range drivers with passive bass radiator. 25 plus hours of continuous play, splash resistant and high intelligibility mic for calls. Other colors available $74.95 Shop it:Â monsterproducts.com
Soft- Tones Pillow Speaker. Listen to your favorite music without headphones. Superior sound with a flexible design that curves around your head. Machine washable used over your own pillow. $49.95 Shop it:Â resperate.com
1More Spearhead VR Gaming Headphones. 7.1 Channel surround sound, 50mm Maglev Graphene Driver, Environmental Noise Canceling, Vivid LED Display, additional 3.5mm connector. Great gift for the gamers in your life! $149.99 Shop it:Â usa.1more.com
Amazon – Fire TV with 4K Ultra HD and Alexa voice remote. Watch thousands of movies and shows. Search with universal voice search across over 140 channels $69.99 Shop it:Â bestbuy.com
Google Home Mini. Powered by Google Assistant, Just say “Ok Google” and it answers questions, puts together your calendar, and much more. Must have gift this season and on sale for $29 Shop it:Â store.google.com
Brand New Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa, HD Display, 16GB memory with microSD slot for up to 256GB of expandable storage. Up to 12 hours of battery life. Voted best tablet under $100 On sale for $49.99 Shop it:Â amazon.com
Hands down the hottest smartphone on the market and one of 2017’s most wanted holiday gifts. The Iphone X offers a 5.8 inch Super Retina screen, first OLED screen with stunning colors. Super durable screen, wireless charging, stainless steel design, water & dust resistant. The latest in iPhone and camera technology. From $49.91 with the iPhone upgrade program or from $999 paid in full. Shop it:Â apple.com
The Nuguard KX Iphone X Case. Advanced impact protection with X-Orbing gel technology absorbs, evenly distributes kinetic energy. Easy access to all ports & buttons. Works with wireless charging. Lifetime limited warranty. In black, crimson, and midnight. $59.99 Shop it:Â newertech.com
Pogocam by Pogotec Capture Images and  HD Videos with a camera that attaches to almost any glasses. Holds up to 16,000 photos or 180, 30 second videos. $149.99 Shop it: pogotec.com
UAG Metropolis Series Iphone X Case. Meets military drop standards, ultralight, credit card storage wallet, Apple pay compatible. $39.95 Shop it:Â urbanarmorgear.com
Gamevice Controller for Iphone 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, Iphone 6s, 6s Plus, Iphone 6, 6Plus. CLASSIC HARDWARE CONTROLS – Dual Analog Joysticks, ABXY Buttons, D-Pad, L1/R1 Bumpers, L2/R2 Triggers, Menu Button. Over 850 games available now! $89.06 Shop it: amazon.comÂ
Back To School Picks for the Tech Savvy and Stylish StudentÂ
Buxton NDK Convertible Duffle Bag $90
Vera Bradley Throw Blanket Heirloom Paisley $49
Vera Bradley Rolling Backpack in Cuban Tiles on sale $103.60
Melissa Pochette $85
A new school years meaning carrying books, laptops, tablets and all necessary gear around campus, out with friends and weekend getaways or back home.  These few bags will do the trick in style and comfort. A bright blanket/ throw will cheer up any dorm room after a long day.. (Left to Right): NDK by Buxton Convertible Duffel in Shale above. $90 buxton.co   ,Vera Bradley Rolling Backpack in Cuban Tiles On sale $103.60 verabradley.com ,Melissa Pochette large enough to fit all your necessary goods.$85 shopmelissa.com  ,Vera Bradley Throw Blanket in Heirloom Paisley $49 verabradley.com
Samsung Galaxy S2 9.7 inch Prices Vary Starting at $499 for 32GB
Echo Dot 2 $49.99
Monster Elements Headphones in Rose Gold $349.95
UAG Metropolis Case for iPad 12.9 inches $89.95
Mophie Powerstation XXL 20,000mAh $99.95
Amazon Firestick with Alexa $39.95
Students of all ages must have the necessary tech gear to get through the day and the weekend. Here are our favorites: (Left to Right) We are fans of the new iPads but this Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 with a 9.7 inch screen is extremely user friendly and the display is crystal clear.(32GB) Prices Vary $506.40 amazon.com , Monster Elements Headphones in Rose Gold $349.95 monsterproducts.com , The Mophie Powerstation XXL 20,000mAh will power up to 3 devices and give you over 100 hours of extra power $99.95 mophie.com , The 2nd Generation Echo Dot is a must have for any dorm room with so many functions at a very reasonable $49.99 price point. Amazon.com For iPad users The Urban Armor Gear Metropolis Case for the 12.9 inch iPad pro offers maximum protection with a sleek design. $89.95 urbanarmorgear.com , The Amazon Fire Stick with Alexa over 15,000 apps, Alexa Voice Remote, additional specials for prime members $39.99 Amazon.com
Urban Tech Gala 2017 Gustavinos NYC @UrbanTechCenter
Pat Bransford/ Founder
Ted Lange
Mayor David Dinkins
Pat, Hannah, Sherry, Benjamin
Vicky Fuller
Valerie Jarrett
Brendan Fallis and Hannah Bronfman
Alicia Quarles
Don Lowery
Robert F. Smith and Vicky Fuller
Last week the 22nd annual Urban Tech Gala was held at Gustavinos in NYC. The Urban Tech Center is a non-profit organization started by Pat Bransford over two decades ago. It’s primary focus is to build social and life skills, improve academic skills, financial, and digital literacy skills for the underserved youth in urban areas in New York City. It has since expanded to other urban areas nationwide. The Youth Leadership Academy(YLA) courses develop students fundamental skills for life effectiveness. Urban Tech’s “Adopt A School” program focuses on Financial Network Program, Dignity for All, STEM, and Social Justice & Community Leadership.
The Gala was co-hosted by actor, director, and screenwriter Ted Lange and TV Host, reporter and humanitarian Alicia Quarles.Â
This year’s honorees were Vicky Fuller, Chief Investment officer at New York’s State Common Retirement Fund, Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama’s Office of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs and Don Lowery, Senior Vice President Community Engagement at Nielsen.
The Gala also honored special guest Hannah Bronfman. Hannah is a DJ, health and wellness enthusiast and founder of HBFIT.com, a unique online community for people who are passionate about health, beauty, fitness, wellness, travel, music, and travel. Hannah is also a fashionista and an “It Girl”. The award was presented to her by her mother Sherry Bronfman, a long time supporter of The Urban Tech Center.
To learn more about the center or to donate please visit:Â www.urbantechnyc.com
Wisewear: Fashion meets Tech according to Iris Apfel @Wisewear
Wisewear was conceived out of the reality that the population is getting older, but is also more fashionable and tech savvy than previous generations. The company collaborated with 94 year fashion icon, designer and innovator Iris Apfel to design the Socialite collection, comprised of three uniquely designed smart bracelets that are equally functional and fashionable.
Calder $325
Duchess $345
Kingston $295
The primary features of these trackers are the norm and include text, email, calls, footsteps, and calorie counts, but what sets these bracelets apart is the distress signal feature that sends out a signal to ones contacts in case of a fall or other safety emergency.
Originally designed for an older consumer because of the distress feature and a higher price point ($295-$345) it has been discovered that younger women also had a need and a desire to own a trendy fashionable accessory that can go with any outfit and provide them with a piece of mind knowing help is easily accessible if they should need it. Now available for purchase at Saks Fifth Ave and other retailers abroad. #Sponsored
Buy Here:Â wisewear.com
Holiday Gift Guide- Tech
 Logitech Logi Circle Portable Wireless Video Monitoring Camera  with 2-way talk: Circle is the intelligent home security camera that keeps you connected to home with a seamless app experience, intelligent portable design and easy-to-connect Wi-Fi capability. $199 Buy Here
 Amazon Echo Dot (2nd Generation) is a hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa to play music, control smart home devices, provide read the news, set alarms and more. $49.99 Buy here
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The LeEco Le Pro3 ecophone is equipped with a vibrant 5.5” FHD display, class-leading battery size, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, & the ultra-powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 CPU. Great for any entertainment options. With Corning Gorilla Glass Touchscreen $399 $100 Rebate with Le Rewards Buy Here           Â
Monster Elements Wireless Over- Ear Headphones have luxurious finishes and Pure Monster Sound with advanced Bluetooth 4.0 + apt-x. 3 Listening Modes: Wireless, Wired, USB direct full Digital $349.95 Buy Here
JBL Clip 2 is an updated version of the original   
best selling Clip. Completely Waterproof, rugged, ultra-light with 8 hour play time. $59.95Â Â Â Buy Here
 The Kanex Bluetooth MultiSync Keyboard contains technology that makes it easy for simple one-touch switching between four devices. Bluetooth 3.0 technology means you don’t have to take up valuable USB ports with wireless receivers. $99.99 Buy Here
iPhone 7/7 Plus is one of the hottest gift items this year for obvious reasons. Improved battery life, new advanced camera systems and the brightest most powerful Iphone display $649 Iphone 7 (4.7 inch screen)/ $769 Iphone 7 Plus (5.5 inch screen). Buy Here
 Tado Smart AC Control works with almost all air conditioners. Saves up to 40% on energy bills. Easy to use App to control your AC with a Smartphone. Touch Interface, LED Matrix Control, Infrared Emitters $179 Buy Here
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Bosebuild lets kids learn about building and customizing their  own high performance Bluetooth Speaker. Apple Device Required. $149.00 Buy Here
Logitech Zerotouch Car Mount with Voice Control for Android Only. Handsfree texting and music. Air Vent. Great gift for safer driving! $59.99 Buy Here
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BigR Audio Wearable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with Mic. Â Lightweight, great for playing sports. Hands free function for phone calls. 4 to 6 hours of battery life while playing music. $39.99 Buy Here
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JBL Xtreme Speaker. Wireless Bluetooth Streaming. High- capacity 10,000 mAH rechargeable battery. Splash proof. Speakerphone. $299.95 Buy Here
Apple Watch Series 2. Built in GPS. Water Resistant to 50 meters. Fast Dual Core Processor. Prices vary from $269- $1049. Buy Here
 
Handl Iphone 6/6Plus Case and now you can pre-order the Iphone 7 case for one hand smartphone use. Several Color Options Available. • New Improved Design. Softer back and soft fun bumper for extra screen protection. Improved Standing Option. $49.99 Buy Here
Michael Kors X Fuji Film InstaX Camera. Picture Size: 62 mm x 46mm .Film Development Time: 90 Seconds. Camera Dimensions: 4.5″L x 2.25″W x 4.25″H.Includes INSTAX Mini Film Pack (10 photos) $149Â Buy Here
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JAM Exterior Max Rugged Wireless Speaker Bluetooth, Rugged Design. Can mount on Bike with integrated screw mount. Up to 12 hours of play time on a single charge. Great for camping/outdoor activities. $119 Buy Here  Â
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Otter box Symmetry Series Iphone 7 Case (Bouquet). Raised beveled edge made from synthetic rubber helps protect the touchscreen. $39.95 Buy Here
  
Amazon Fire TV Stick. Enjoy over 4,000 channels, apps, and games including access to over 250,000 TV episodes and movies on Netflix, Amazon Video, HBO NOW, Hulu, and more. $39.95 Buy Here
Holiday Gift Guide – Tech
 Logitech Logi Circle Portable Wireless Video Monitoring Camera  with 2-way talk: Circle is the intelligent home security camera that keeps you connected to home with a seamless app experience, intelligent portable design and easy-to-connect Wi-Fi capability. $199 Buy Here
 Amazon Echo Dot (2nd Generation) is a hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa to play music, control smart home devices, provide read the news, set alarms and more. $49.99 Buy here
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 The LeEco Le Pro3 ecophone is equipped with a vibrant 5.5” FHD display, class-leading battery size, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, & the ultra-powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 CPU. Great for any entertainment options. With Corning Gorilla Glass Touchscreen $399 $100 Rebate with Le Rewards Buy Here           Â
Monster Elements Wireless Over- Ear Headphones have luxurious finishes and Pure Monster Sound with advanced Bluetooth 4.0 + apt-x. 3 Listening Modes: Wireless, Wired, USB direct full Digital $349.95 Buy Here
  JBL Clip 2 is an updated version of the originalbest selling Clip. Completely Waterproof, rugged, ultra-light with 8 hour play time. $59.95   Buy Here
The Kanex Bluetooth MultiSync Keyboard contains technology that makes it easy for simple one-touch switching between four devices. Bluetooth 3.0 technology means you don’t have to take up valuable USB ports with wireless receivers. $99.99 Buy Here
iPhone 7/7 Plus is one of the hottest gift items this year for obvious reasons. Improved battery life, new advanced camera systems and the brightest most powerful Iphone display $649 Iphone 7 (4.7 inch screen)/ $769 Iphone 7 Plus (5.5 inch screen). Buy Here
Tado Smart AC Control works with almost all air conditioners. Saves up to 40% on energy bills. Easy to use App to control your AC with a Smartphone. Touch Interface, LED Matrix Control, Infrared Emitters $179 Buy Here
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Bosebuild lets kids learn about building and customizing their  own high performance Bluetooth Speaker. Apple Device Required. $149.00 Buy Here
The Brand new tab from Gizmo Kids for Verizon is an educational tablet made for kids. 8 inch full HD Display. 300 built- in premium learning apps. Verizon 4G LTE and 5100mAH battery. Adults can use once the kiddies are in bed. 8MP rear facing camera and a 5MP front camera. $79.99 with 2 year Verizon contract. $249.99 without contract. Buy Here
Logitech Zerotouch Car Mount with Voice Control for Android Only. Handsfree texting and music. Air Vent. Great gift for safer driving! $59.99 Buy Her
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   BigR Audio Wearable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with Mic.  Lightweight, great for playing sports. Hands free function for phone calls. 4 to 6 hours of battery life while playing music. $39.99 Buy Here
JBL Xtreme Speaker. Wireless Bluetooth Streaming. High- capacity 10,000 mAH rechargeable battery. Splash proof. Speakerphone. $299.95 Buy Here
Apple Watch Series 2. Built in GPS. Water Resistant to 50 meters. Fast Dual Core Processor. Prices vary from $269- $1049. Buy Here
Vinci Headphones recently launched on Kickstarter. First headphones on the market with Artificial Intelligence. Voice Controlled, Al the Personal Assistant, Fitness Tracker, Wifi, Up to 32gb storage so no phone necessary to bring along to listen to music on jogs. Wireless Charging. On sale now $99. THIS IS A PRE-ORDER GIFT. Order Now Ships in March 2017. Buy Here
Handl Iphone 6/6Plus Case and now you can pre-order the Iphone 7 case for one hand smartphone use. Several Color Options Available. • New Improved Design. Softer back and soft fun bumper for extra screen protection. Improved Standing Option. $49.99 Buy Here
Michael Kors X Fuji Film InstaX Camera. Picture Size: 62 mm x 46mm .Film Development Time: 90 Seconds. Camera Dimensions: 4.5″L x 2.25″W x 4.25″H.Includes INSTAX Mini Film Pack (10 photos) $149Â Buy Here
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JAM Exterior Max Rugged Wireless Speaker Bluetooth, Rugged Design. Can mount on Bike with integrated screw mount. Up to 12 hours of play time on a single charge. Great for camping/outdoor activities. $119 Buy Here  Â
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Otter box Symmetry Series Iphone 7 Case (Bouquet). Raised beveled edge made from synthetic rubber helps protect the touchscreen. $39.95 Buy Here
Amazon Fire TV Stick. Enjoy over 4,000 channels, apps, and games including access to over 250,000 TV episodes and movies on Netflix, Amazon Video, HBO NOW, Hulu, and more. $39.95 Buy Here
iHome iBT84 Portable Splashproof Color Changing 10 Hour Rechargeable Bluetooth Stereo Speaker with Speakerphone and Built-In Power Bank $69.95 on sale $59.95 Shop Here
MyCharger Razor Platinum Portable Charger. 13400mAh. Works with MacBook, Tablets, Smartphones, USB-C & USB-A Devices. $99.99 Shop Here
Fashion Tech Forum Comes to Brooklyn, NY #FTF2016 @FashionTechForum #FashionTechForum
Founder Karen Harvey
Guest Speakers
Wise wear by Iris Apfel
Lulemon Installation
Intel at FTF 2016
Karen Harvey founded Fashion Tech Forum in 2014 when she realized there was a huge movement of blending fashion and technology in the retail sector. In it’s third year FTF took place at The Duggal Greenhouse in Brooklyn, NY.
The conference drew the likes of over 800 attendees from the Fashion, Tech, and Retail Worlds including Media, CEO’s, and VIP’s. A full day of activations, conferences, and discussions were highlighted by an all day menu created by Chef Danny Meyer ,and capped off by a cocktail party and a VIP Dinner.
Some of the notable guests and speakers included: Ganesh Srivats, VP of North America Sales for Tesla, Lulemon CEO Laurent Potdevin, Iris Apfel, Verizon CMO Diego Scotti, Elle, Editor in Chief Robbie Meyers, Diane Von Furstenberg, DVF CEO Paolo Riva, Theory Founder & CEO Andrew Rosen, Coach Chairman Emeritus, Lew Frankfort, Everlane CEO Michael Preysman & Rebekka Bay.
The FTF Whitespace Gallery showcased the top 10 fashion & technology startups to checkout: Prynt, Reify, Thursday Finest, Leblum, Evrnu, M2M, Orchard Mile, Sundar, RED Marketplace, Obvious.ly Social.
Alpessence Skincare: Luxury Tech-Infused Skincare from Switzerland @Alpessence #Beauty
The Skincare Industry is saturated with hundreds of brands from all over the world, each vying for a spot in the Uber competitive US Market. To be recognized in the luxury market, a brand has to have the newest technology, quality ingredients, and prove to be highly effective. Alpessence Skincare, a luxury brand from Switzerland, launched a collection with all these qualities in 14 countries, and earlier this year started delivering them stateside.
The collection includes eight products at the moment with a range of moisturizers, serums, cleansers, toners, and masks infused with diamonds, pearls, caviar, rose stem cells and other luxurious ingredients. Each product is designed to deliver unique anti-aging results and to regenerate and repair skin damaged by stress, toxins, and the environment. An important aspect in our review is that Alpessence does not test on animals and is cruelty free.
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- High Protection Day Creme 1.7oz $139
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- Silky Dewy Moisture Supplement 1oz. $109
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- Refining Lotion 5oz $99
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- Moisturizing Refining Mask 1.7oz $109
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- Gel Cleanser 5oz. $99
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- Eye Cream .5oz $139
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- Caviar Serum 1oz. $139
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- 24 Hour Renewing Creme 1.7oz $149
The newest wave in skincare technology is based on infusion and product absorption. Alpessence scientists discovered that efficacy rates of a product greatly increased when the product was absorbed deep into the outer layers of the epidermis instead of remaining on the surface. The team came up with a group of active ingredients that when combined, provide deep absorption and therefore maximum results. The collection focuses on aiding with dark spots, dull skin, lifting & firming skin, pores, wrinkles, dry skin and anti- oxidant protection. The Hero product and our favorite is the Caviar Serum that boost’s the skin’s ability to absorb the product and any product applied after.Â
Alpessence delivers top of the line ingredients, quality, and results, and is on it’s way to becoming a player in the luxury skincare market here in the US, yet with an attainable price point ranging from $99 to $149.
Tech: HTC 10 Has Moved into the top of the line Smartphone Category
HTC has finally moved into the same category as The Samsung G7, Samsung Galaxy Edge 7 and the LG5 with the arrival of the HTC 10 Flagship Smartphone. Struggling for years to come out with models that can compete with the other top of the line smartphones, the HTC 10 offers features that rise above the competition with extended battery life, a great camera, and user friendly features.
The all aluminum design and composition that is curved for easier handling and maneuverability feels thinner than it actually is and the glass front along with a fingerprint scanner on the home button, comparable with the S7 Edge, makes the HTC 10 look sleek and stylish. Equipped with a selfie camera , 5.2 inch HD LCD Screen, a 12 mega pixel, ultra pixel camera, and 32GB of memory along with room for a 200gb microSD card this smartphone has qualities that rival the leaders.
The HTC 10 uses Qualcomm’s newest processor, The Snapdragon 820, which makes gaming, multi faceted app use, and video streaming simple to use. The battery on the HTC is expected to last 2 days with standard use and includes a 3.0 enabled Rapid charger that will charge the device up to  50 percent in 30 minutes.Â
The HTC 10 will come factory unlocked and available for Tmobile and AT&T and will be priced at $699Â
Tech Review: Monster Selfie Case @monsterproducts #monsterselfiecase #selfies
Selfie Junkies and there are many of you are now able to take the perfect selfie without having to hold that annoying selfie stick by mounting this product to most smooth, glossy, flat and vertical surfaces. The case is flexible and the construction is made to withstand shock and impact.Â
Can also be used to mount in cars for hands free GPS navigation and for hands free videos and phone calls. Available for iPhone 6/6plus. $29.99 #sponsored
http://www.monsterselfiecase.com/products/monsterselfiecase
FashionsWeek: Beauty, Fashion, Travel, Tech & Dining By Maya Litovsky 