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Best VR Headset: Oculus Go at Amazon
"Secures to your head with soft, adjustable straps and boasts a plush inner lining for comfort."
Best E-Reader: Kindle Paperwhite at Amazon
"The 300ppi resolution on the screen gives a clean, clear and super-legible look to the display, bolstered by a bright backlight."
Best Bluetooth Speaker: Bose SoundLink Color II at Amazon
"It features voice prompts for simple and easy control and it fits in the palm of your hand."
Best Digital Assistant: Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Generation) at Amazon
"Ask it to turn on lights, start the coffee maker, or adjust the temperature, all without leaving the sofa."
Best Digital Assistant for Music: Amazon Echo Plus (2nd Generation) at Amazon
"The 360-degree speakers powered by Dolby technology ensures all types of audio sounds fantastic."
Best Streaming Device: Roku 4 at Amazon
"It's quick and easy to install, and it even features a USB drive, allowing you to play personal files from hard storage."
Best Speaker Design: Harman Kardon Soundsticks III at Amazon
"With the 3.5 mm stereo connection, you can connect the speakers to virtually any device."
Best Turntable: Audio-Technica AT-LP60-USB Fully Automatic Belt-Drive at Amazon
"t offers the best of both digital and analog worlds, with both USB and RCA outputs."
With an affordable price tag, the Oculus Go is the headset that's going to bring virtual reality into homes and dorm rooms far and wide. The device is the standalone, wireless alternative to the Oculus Rift, and is nearly comparable to its older sibling, ideal for those who don't want to spend the extra money or are looking for a more casual VR experience. The Oculus Go secures to your head with soft, adjustable straps and boasts a plush inner lining for comfort, although wearing it for long periods of time can be fatiguing. It comes equipped with an intuitive 3DoF controller and hidden speakers built into the straps for more immersive, dynamic audio. Expect high-quality graphics thanks to wide quad, fast-switch LCD for sharp visual clarity, and the next-generation Oculus lenses will reduce glare. The Oculus Pro is available with memory options of 32 GB and 64 GB, and while it has received some criticism for light leakage, the engaging audio and visual distract from this minor drawback, especially as you are able to dive into your favorite film, app, or game for an accessible price.
There are more than a few models in the Kindle line, from affordable Fire tablets to the basic Kindle e-reader. But if you're looking for the best option for a long-lasting e-reader as a gift that just works well with some great features, look no further than the latest gen of the Paperwhite. The 300ppi resolution on the e-ink screen gives a clean, clear and super-legible look to the display, bolstered by a bright backlight for night reading. And because the screen is just simple e-ink, Amazon promises that the device's charge will last for weeks at a time, whether it's being read or in standby.
The newest generation of Kindle steps up the previous one by doubling the storage from 4GB to 8GB, giving you even more space for books. You can also choose a 32GB option if the reader is someone who likes to read more data-grabbing media like magazines and comics. They've also included an IPX8 waterproof rating, meaning the Kindle can be submerged up to two meters in freshwater for as long as 60 minutes. That makes it a great gift for the travel-enthusiast in your life because it'll work on the beach, in the rain, and can withstand a spilled water bottle when they're on the go. Plus, with Wi-Fi or cell connectivity and a super-slim frame (only half an inch thick), it's the perfect size to toss into a carry-on or commuter bag.
The Bluetooth speaker market is clogged to the brim with cheap, low-quality devices that aren't likely to last well into the future. If you really want to surprise the music lover in your life with something that's sure to deliver long-lasting, high-quality sound, you need to check out the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker II. The battery offers up to eight hours of continuous play; it features voice prompts for simple and easy control; and it fits in the palm of your hand.
Don't let its compact size fool you: The Amazon Echo Dot 3rd Generation packs a punch. At a surprisingly affordable price point, this Alexa-enabled digital assistant and smart home hub makes a perfect gift that's fit for any room in the house. Need to add something to your shopping list? Alexa can help. If you want to call or send someone a message, just ask Alexa.
If you have a friend on your list who's always listening to music, the Echo Dot is sure to please. It has support for every popular music service including Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, and more. Once they connect their service of choice, all they have to do is ask Alexa to play their favorite song, album, or genre and the Dot takes care of the rest. With speakers that are 70 percent louder than the previous generation, this diminutive tool is louder than it looks — but if your audiophile friend has their own set of speakers they swear by, the Dot can easily be connected to an external speaker over Bluetooth or with a 3.5mm cable.
And of course, the Echo Dot is an obvious choice for a smart home hub. Need a gift for someone with a Nest thermostat, Ring doorbell, or another popular smart home device? The Dot consolidates control for all kinds of devices using Alexa. Ask it to turn on lights, start the coffee maker, or adjust the temperature, all without leaving the sofa.
If you need for the ideal tech gift that keeps on giving, there's nothing better than the Amazon Echo Plus 2nd Generation. It stands out with a built-in Zigbee hub that can control any compatible smart home device. Connecting your coffee maker, light bulbs, lamps or thermostat are all done with ease. When you need to activate any smart device, just ask Alexa. Voice control makes it easy. With seven microphones, the Echo Plus can hear you from across the room.
Taking control of smart devices is just one aspect of the Echo Plus. Alexa is always on and ready to answer questions. Want to know the weekend weather forecast? Just ask Alexa. If you want to set an alarm or add an appointment the calendar, Alexa can help. The same goes for music. Just ask Alexa to play your favorite artist or song and it pulls from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora and more. The 360-degree speakers powered by Dolby technology ensures all types of audio sounds fantastic.
Throw in three available colors and a mesh design that blends easily in any room and you've discovered the only gift you need to give.
The first thing you need to do when you decide to finally and permanently cut your cable TV subscription is to choose a streaming media device. Your best bet is to go with a set-top box, like Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV or Roku. We recommend Roku. The newest generation Roku 4 connects seamlessly with all your favorite apps (Netflix, Amazon, HBO GO, YouTube, Spotify, Pandora, etc.). It's quick and easy to install, and it even features a USB drive, allowing you to play personal files from hard storage. An awesome gift for anyone who is just about fed up with their cable company.
These are some speakers out of Minority Report or something — they look more like chemistry equipment rather than computer speakers. But don't be too distracted by the futuristic look. The Harman Kardon SoundSticks are some awesome-sounding speakers. They include four, 1-inch full-range transducers per channel powered by a 10-watt amplifier, as well as a one 6-inch low-frequency transducer with a 20 watt amp for room-filling bass response. With the 3.5 mm stereo connection, you can connect the speakers to virtually any device. This is a great gift idea for design-conscious music nerds.
Vinyl is back, and it's better than ever. Audio-Technica is most often associated with headphones, but the company has actually been producing turntables for decades. And there are few better options than the AT-LP60. It offers the best of both digital and analog worlds, with both USB and RCA outputs, a die-cast aluminum platter, a Dual Magnet phono cartridge, as well as Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity software for digitizing your vinyl records. This is a great turntable for any vinyl enthusiast — whether they're old school or new school.
Our reviewers spent six hours testing one of our readers' favorite tech gifts. To get the most comprehensive results, they used it several times over the course of two weeks. We asked our testers to consider the most important features when using this gift, from its design to its sound quality. We've outlined the key points here so that you, too, know what to look for when shopping.
Smart devices - When you're buying a gift for someone who's really into tech, there's a good chance that they've already jumped into the world of smart devices. If they haven't, look for a starter kit that includes a hub and a few devices like switches and light bulbs. If they already have a hub, look for smart devices that work with that hub.
Gifts for audiophiles - If the person you're buying a gift for loves music, then look at high-tech speakers. Smart speakers come with integrated virtual assistants, but they can also stream music and do a whole lot more. For a more portable option, look for a Bluetooth speaker.
Readers - The best gift for a tech-lover who also loves to read is an e-reader. If the person you're buying a gift for already has one, look for an upgrade with features like a backlight, higher resolution, and more storage that's compatible with the e-books they already own.
Very portable
Immersive experience
Easy to use
Headset can get hot and stuffy
Display isn't crisp
Our testers loved the simple setup, selection of games and experiences, and high level of immersion of the Oculus Go. "I didn't know I needed this product, but I do," one reviewer revealed. Testers said the headset was a great option for anyone looking to get into VR. Plus, like its name suggests, reviewers thought the standalone device was perfect for travel. According to a tester, the one minor drawback was the fact that the headset started to get warm and felt stuffy after wearing it for more than an hour.


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Hey guys! Sorry it has been so long since I've posted anything, and I mean a REALLY long time! I've been super busy this past couple of months, opening an Etsy shop (which has been going great!) and traveling to some fun non-Disney places! Here's a quick little re-cap of everything that has been going on in my life:
My Etsy shop In Cindy's Closet opened! Here are my two favorites, my Elsa and Merida ears, and here's a drawing I did for my business cards!
One of my best friends, Tara, came to visit me from California... and we hit up Mississippi, Alabama, St Augustine & Daytona Beach!
We were in Daytona during bike week (snooze fest), so I took selfies in strange bathrooms!
Tara took pictures of some culinary masterpieces!
Then, we really lived it up in New Orleans... during St Patrick's day! This was such a fun weekend!
I had a beignet... or two... or three! And yes, I totally rocked my Disney side here in NOLA with St Patrick's Day themed Mickey Mouse ears!
I literally checked one off of my bucket list by going up onto a balcony on Bourbon Street! It was amazing.
Then, one of my best friends, Erin, came to visit me from England!
Ok, so I'm back now and ready to blog, I promise! I have so much to share with you guys, and I'm also working on some really awesome projects! See ya real soon!

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The on-site Master's Degree in Cybersecurity (MSC), aims to train the future professionals within the Cybersecurity context. These studies have been developed from a technical and practical point of view, including syllabuses that cover the most important areas of Cybersecurity. Furthermore, this Master's by Deloitte, in collaboration with the International School of Management (Escuela Internacional de Gerencia) in Granada, Spain, provides students a great opportunity to access the professional work.
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So, to not make my blog all drudgery about economics (I realize what a complete GEEK it makes me to have looked up the REPORT on Walmart's website!), here are some little home changes I've made for fall. Tonight is one of my favorite nights--extra sleep! :)
I've changed the arrangement of my stuff around the house. I like little doo dads, but I often tend to not want to clutter up with them. Part of this is not really knowing what to do with them. My friend, and frequent blog commenter, Kim is an excellent creator of cute vignettes with the vintage items she collects. I tried to take some inspiration from her in these arrangements!
Here's my coffee table. I tried to put together some fall things and wrapped the hurricane in orange yarn and put some black river rocks in the bottom. The gourds I got in Pennsylvania this year (along with a boat load of Honey Crisp apples at Peters Orchards) were super cute. I like the little gnomey one in the forefront.
I'm kind of pleased with this. I mostly just added some of the objects in the front. Still deciding exactly how I want it. But, I'm happy with the spacing of things...
Here's more of my fall bounty from my PA trip!
To the right of my dining table is actually a SUBTRACTION. I sold my Ikea bookcase on Craigslist Friday for $10. Nice to have the extra space! (And, the reason for the awkwardly placed picture.)
This photo is a two-for I recently added a sheepskin to my ole Ikea chair--a nice cozy addition. You will also notice testing patches for paint. I am planning on painting sometime soon...and now that I've done these tests, I have to. (Though, neither is quite the right color).
So, that's the wrap up. Little things can make a big difference! Now I'm getting ready to go on a Capitol Hill ghost tour with Angela for Halloween. Boo!


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