Author: Missy Kellor

Friday tech news roundup for January 3

by on January 3, 2014 1 comment
The upcoming consumer electronics show has companies unveiling lots of new goodies including cheaper 4K TVs and solar-powered cars. Also, find out how to check if your Snapchat account was hacked, learn about the Coinye West currency, and watch some new packing pyramids in action that are taking on Styrofoam and bubble wrap. Still want more? Take a peek at some good "best of 2013" iOS and Android app lists and look at what's hot on FB this week.
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9 tech gifts you probably didn’t get, but you just might need

by on December 26, 2013 0 comments
The big day has some and gone and it’s entirely possible that Santa didn’t bring you everything you wanted. In fact, there are things you maybe didn’t even think to ask for that might be just what you need (or “need,” as the case may be). Based on my experience and the input of many friends, I offer you a list of 9 items you should think about buying yourself.
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Bake with Melynn, the final reveal!

by on December 18, 2013 1 comment
Monday was good day here at TDS because Melynn brought in her cookie platter—and not only did she bring one to work, she also sent one with her husband. We've got photos of the final platter of goodies she shared with her team (plus some reviews of my favorites).
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Friday tech news roundup for December 13

by on December 13, 2013 0 comments
This week: get 12 days of free stuff from iTunes starting Dec. 26th, put down your camera so you'll remember better, and Target creates a new Pinterest-powered shop. Also, you won't have to give Gmail permission to load images anymore, check out the trailer for The Room 2 iPad app, and find out the best way to complete your Disney Infinity set. Oh, and check out some awesome new family car decals (there are tribbles involved!).
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Friday tech news roundup for December 6

by on December 6, 2013 0 comments
Top stories: Amazon (and rumor has it, UPS) is jumping into the delivery-by-drone game, Google and National Geographic pair up to offer historic map content (literally and figuratively), and two million Facebook and Google passwords were stolen. In other news, MIT creates a camera that can see in the dark, Netflix unveils it's first animated series, Star Wars fans have to reasons to be excited, and I found two good tech gift idea lists for you.
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You can’t compare wireless 3G/4G to TDS’ 10G network

by on December 4, 2013 5 comments
For many, understanding the differences between Internet networks can be confusing. There’s 3G, 4G, and at TDS we talk about 10G. Because the names are similar it seems like you might be comparing apples-to-apples. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. In fact, because the “G” means different things in both industries, it’s like comparing apples to oranges (maybe bananas).
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Bake with Melynn, part 3: Peanut Blossoms, Melting Moments, and Pretzel Turtles (oh my!)

by on November 30, 2013 2 comments
If you’ve been following along, Melynn, TDS’ employee and “Baking Goddess” is making 24 different kinds of holiday treats this year. By following her technique , you can too—and she’s even sharing some of her most popular recipes along the way. This week she's giving you her recipes for Peanut Blossoms, Melting Moments, and Pretzel Turtles.
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Bake 20-30 different holiday treats, part 2: recipes!

by on November 23, 2013 1 comment
As we told you last week, to make 20-30 holiday treats each year it takes quite a bit of planning. Last weekend, Melynn (TDS employee and "Cookie Queen") got started and measured the ingredients for all her recipes in advance (and we've got the photos to prove it). Starting this weekend, Melynn kicks off her baking and she's sharing two of her favorite recipes with you.
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Make 20-30 different holiday treats this year—bake with Melynn

by on November 16, 2013 5 comments
Last year we shared Melynn’s technique for baking an amazing number of cookies for the holidays. Each holiday she makes 20-30 different kinds! How does she do it (and still sleep?), by planning ahead and starting early. She'll be starting her cookie prep this weekend and there's still time to follow along and have 24 different cookies by December 9th (just in time for cookie exchanges, and sharing at work and parties). Plus, Melynn shares a new recipe she's going to try for Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark.
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