5 tech picks you won't want to miss this week

Here are a few of our favorite tech picks from the last week, just in case you missed them. 1. This super fun app lets you create professional-looking posters using your own Instagram photos. Keep Calm and Cool Mom? 2. You're going to lo…

5 tech picks you won't want to miss this week
Here are a few of our favorite tech picks from the last week, just in case you missed them.   1. This super fun app lets you create professional-looking posters using your own Instagram photos. Keep Calm and Cool Mom? 2. You're going to love this fun, free way to build with LEGOs that doesn't involve stepping on them in the dark. 3. If you've got a tween or teen ready to explore the world of responsible cell phone usage, we recommend this affordable "cell phone with training wheels." Complete with 20% off discount code! 4. Which app does cool mom Kristin Davis count on to keep her daughter Gemma occupied on the plane? We've got the scoop. 5. Nice laptops and grungy old backpacks do not play well together. Check out our roundup of great laptop backpacks for big kids that will protect their tech--and their backs. If you still have back to school on your mind, don't miss our new Back to School Tech series

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