Tech Trends

If you’re thinking of getting all your holiday shopping done online, think again. Some of the best deals and coolest tech are in your local stores.

For those looking for a high-tech toy this holiday season, the Tech Trends team has tracked down some of the hottest STEM toys in the industry with the help of Scott Friedland of Lincoln Square’s Timeless Toys.

Too much time on your screen. On this installment of Tech Trends we look at ways to help you look away from your device

In this week’s Tech Trends, Kate Ross from Meta discusses new limitations and policies related to accounts held by teens on the social media platforms, and how the company aims to keep children from skirting the rules.

Staying secure online is always a challenge, but to mark Cyber Security Awareness Month, the NBC 5 Tech Trends team is chatting with Barracuda Cyber Security’s Adam Khan about the best tips to keep your information safe.

Who plays video games? Turns out its just about everybody. A new study from the Entertainment Software Association looks at who is playing, what they are playing and the shift to more mobile gaming. Charlie Talked with the ESA’s Audrey Quinn about the new study.

It may not be Christmas in July, but the summer is a major shopping season for things like outdoor furniture, grills and major appliances. Google is showing off some new tools that let you not only search for the best deals, but be notified when they happen and tie them into your affinity memberships like Best Buy. Charlie talked to...

Timeless Toys breaks down the best toys to help introduce STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – to kids.