Last Minute Tech Gadget Gift Idea First Face-Detecting Smart Home Camera


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 Do you or someone you know have a naughty dog or cat or you/they just want to watch the kids or as a security aid to keep an eye on the house while you're away? Then you've got to check out this novel tech gift idea which is a camera that works remotely when paired with your smartphone or tablet. I know my miniature pinscher Dexter fits the bill as he's always getting into mischief whenever we leave the room or house and look forward to trying this out. 
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Introducing Simplicam, the first face-detecting smart home camera. With this device you'll be able to view the goings on in your house from any device, any time while you are away from home or even just in the other room. 

 Features include timely notification, face detection and two-way talk. Stay tuned for a MBE indepth review of this new product in January. Meanwhile, you can purchase this right now as a gift or for yourself, saving big with the $10 off coupon code below.

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Office Max Deal Save $20 on $300 in VISA or Mastercard Giftcards + Giveaway #OMaxGft20


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 There's nothing better than easy ways to save money and time while you shop for the holidays. And it doesn't get any simpler than this. All you have to do is visit Office Max by 12/27/14 and purchase $300 or more in VISA or Mastercard gift cards and you'll save $20 instantly.
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VISA and Mastercard gift cards are the perfect gift for everyone on your list because they are good just about everywhere, not just at Office Max or any other particular store. For sure, these are also a really nice way to say thank you to those who make your life easier and more pleasant from your personal trainer, mailman, doorman, dogwalker or groomer and housekeeper to your kid's orthodontist, teacher, coach, or music instructor. 

 You can even buy these giftcards and gift yourself to purchase groceries, go out to dinner, travel or do anything else. Either way you will get an extra $20 instantly to spend as you wish.
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 What's more is VISA and Mastercard giftcards are available at Office Max in a wide range of amounts so that whether the gift is small or large you'll be able to give whatever amount you want and think is appropriate.

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Twitter Party Calendar Dec 21 - 27 Schedule of Parties w/ Prizes - Continuous Updates


Twitter Parties


Constant Updates, Keep Checking Back + Sneak Peek at Future Weeks

Master Twitter Party Calendar - Including USA & Canada

Get all the details in this free constantly updated Master Twitter Chat Party Calendar listing tons of family friendly parties including specifics on prizes you can win and links to RSVP and participate. Includes Twitter Parties in the U.S. and Canada. A new weekly Twitter Party Schedule is published every Sunday at 9 am ET.

Be sure to check back often during each week as new events are added on an ongoing basis -- often with new prize-winning opportunities added several times per day. You'll also get a sneak peek at Twitter parties coming up next week and in the month ahead. Now listing Facebook, Pinterest and Google+ parties with prizes too.

Be the first to know when the latest Mommy Blog Expert Twitter Party schedule goes live by following MBE on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Google+ and/or subscribe now.

The majority of parties are for U.S. only, unless indicated otherwise. Look for highlights in pink for Twitter Parties where CANADA residents are eligible for prizes.


THIS WEEK

Sunday, December 21

 Papa Johns Twitter Party at 2:30 pm ET with @sesynurse @papajohns. Prizes: SIX (6) Papa Johns $50 giftcodes. #BetterIngredients RSVP

Burger Selfie Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @rick_ontherocks @lifeofdadshow @applebees. Prizes: FIVE (5) $50 Applebees giftcards, ONE (1) Grand Prize $250 Applebees GC. Participate in party with hashtag #BurgerSelfie Details

Monday, December 22

Keurig 400 Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @keurig @kellystilwell @kristak2 and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Target giftcard and FIVE (5) $100 Target GCs. #Keurig400 RSVP

 Ways to Wow Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @laughwithusblog @kellysluckyyou @thedomesticexec. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Target GC and FIVE (5) $100 Target GCs. #WaystoWow RSVP

Ford Drive Safe Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @theonlinemom @geekbabe @dsfl. Prizes: Kindle Fire HDX " Tablet or Platronics Bluetooth headset. #FordDriveSafe RSVP

Tuesday, December 23

Mingle N Mix Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @iamthemaven @littlemamajama @dawnchats and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart GC and FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #MingleNMix RSVP

Holidays Are Calling Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @familymobile @blueviolet @frugalfamtree and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) prize packs that include a $100 Walmart GC plus either a Lumia 520, Evolve 2, Galaxy Exhibit, LG L90, or FIERCE 2 smartphone. #HolidaysAreCalling RSVP

Doctor Who Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @officialfye. Prizes: TBA. #DoctorWhoFYE RSVP

Friday, December 26

My 2014 Moment Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP


NEXT WEEK

Monday, December 29

 Get a Daisy Twitter Party at Noon ET with @daisyoutdoor @dodomesticdad @candypo and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #GetaDaisy RSVP

 Tuesday, December 30

The Mood Strikes Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @dentistmel @candypo @iamthemaven and others. FIVE (5) $50 Walmart giftcards, THREE (3) $100 Walmart GCs. #TheMoodStrikes RSVP

Girlfriends Guide to Divorce Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @alywalansky @lisasamples @mommyblogexpert @tarametblog @zipporahs. Prizes: FOUR (4) $50 VISA gift cards. Follow hashtag #GG2Dparty for more details soon

1Year to a Better Blog Challenge at 8 pm ET with @bloggymoms. Prizes: ONE (1) $300 giftcard. #BloggyGuide RSVP



COMING SOON

Friday, January 2, 2015

New Year Resolutions Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

Friday, January 9, 2015

Gametime Hero Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @delianytime @sweeptight @msmissy62 and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart GC and FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #GametimeHero RSVP

Simplifying Mobile Tech Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

The Stork OTC Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @themotherhood @themotherhood25 @coopermunroe @emilymckhann. Prizes: FIVE (5) $50 CVS giftcards. #TheStorkOTC RSVP

Kraft BBQ Sauce Evergrillers Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @clever_network. Prizes: SIX (6) $50 Walmart giftcards + Kraft BBQ Sauce samples prize packs. #Evergriller RSVP

Friday, January 16, 2015

How to Be More Productive Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinemom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP 

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Mom.me Resolution Fails 15 Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @momdotme @robynhtv @jaymiranda_. Prizes: THREE (3) $100 Amazon giftcards. #ResolutionFails15 RSVP

Friday, January 23, 2015

Digital Wellness Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @theonlinenmom @robynsworld @geekbabe @thetechdad. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz RSVP

About this Weekly Twitter Party List

Compiled by MommyBlogExpert.com Master Twitter Party Calendar, the most comprehensive, constantly updated Free resource of its kind online. However keep in mind that each party is run by a different brand and/or hosts and MommyBlogExpert, unless specified otherwise, is not responsible for any dealings readers have with these events including, but not limited to, prizing of any party on the calendar.

For Brands

How to Add a Twitter Party to the Calendar

Add an event to the Mommy Blog Expert Master Twitter Party Calendar free by emailing janis@janiselspas.com with Twitter Party in subject line including all details and links in the body of your message.

Hire Me to Plan, Promote and/or Host Your Twitter Party

Also available, for a nominal fee, to plan, promote, host, co-host or serve as a panelist for your own brand Twitter party. To inquire, please janis@janiselspas.com for information with "Twitter Party Consulting Query" in the subject line.

FTC Disclosure: MommyBlogExpert does attend some Twitter parties as a guest and also works as a consultant, host, co-host, and/or panelist on others. Except for the Girlfriends Guide to Divorce Twitter Party on 12/30, I am not receiving payment or compensation associated with any party on this calendar. See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.
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Best Buy the Place to Buy the Most Advanced Cameras & Camcorders #HintingSeason


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The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free

 The final post in MommyBlogExpert's Best Buy #HintingSeason holiday series is all about cameras, which is probably my favorite of all tech gadget categories to use and talk about. That's because I love photography and take thousands of pictures each year with my iPhone and various other cameras for MBE and to document my family's many exotic travel adventures.


Best Buy is the ultimate place to shop for the big three camera brands: Nikon, Sony and Samsung. I already own cameras with built-in Wi-Fi made by the latter two brands and Nikon is on my personal wish list this holiday season.  If you don't already own a camera with Wi-Fi, this would be a great time to upgrade your current one in time to capture those fabulous holiday memories -- particularly if you have young children.
Check out key features of 

these cutting edge cameras...
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Nikon D5300 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm VR lens
  • A DSLR with built-in Wi-Fi to capture high resolution images of your family to share with friends and family, and if you're a blogger like me, with your followings on blog and social media channels like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube
  • Includes an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II lens providing the ability to capture sharp photos and video footage 
  • Features optical image stabilization to help prevent blurring to ensure image clarity
  • Available in black, red or gray
  • On sale now at Best Buy for $799.99 (regular $899.99)
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Sony Alpha a6000 Compact System Camera with Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens
  • A compact system camera measuring just 2.9" H  x  4.7" W  x  1.8" D and weighing only 17.6 ounces with the World'sFastest Autofocus
  • Features a 24.3-megapixel, Exmor APS-C CMOS sensor that makes it easy to shoot scenes in stunning clarity
  • Built-in Wi-Fi les you share stored content across devices
  • Available black, white or silver
  • On sale now at Best Buy for $599.99 (regular $799.99)
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
  • A digital camera that enables you to shoot, share, and use Android Apps
  • Features a 16.3-megapixel, 1/2.3" BSI CMOS sensor allowing you to capture sharp images and high-definition video footage 
  • A 4.8" touch screen simplifies operation, and the built-in Wi-Fi makes sharing stored files easy
  • On sale now at Best Buy for $313.99 (regular $449.99)
#CamerasatBestBuy
Visit the Best Buy Holiday Gift Center to see more great cameras like these, whether you’re gifting to yourself or to someone you care about.
FTC Disclosure: The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. However opinions in this post are my own. See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.
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Fab Holiday Tech Gift Ideas from Best Buy for Everyone in the Family


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Best Buy #HintingSeason

 Holiday shopping can be really exhausting running here, there and everywhere buying gifts for each member of the family. It doesn't have to be a marathon for you though, if you shop at Best Buy where you'll find something for everyone on your list from the son who loves gaming to the daughter who loves music to the Dad who drives a lot for business and/or who loves roadtrips but is always getting lost.
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With Best Buy Expert Service and Unbeatable Price these top gifts from Xbox ONE, JBL, Garmin and TomTom are on my holiday shopping list and here's why they should be on yours, too.

Xbox ONE for The Gamer
Xbox ONE takes gaming to a whole new level. Just about every family has someone who loves gaming, probably yours included. Xbox One is the console serious gamers want this season. Plus you can also buy them some of the  best exclusive titles (Halo, Sunset Overdrive), the biggest blockbusters (Assassin’s Creed and Call of Duty) the hottest sports franchises (Madden 15, FIFA 15, NBA 2K15) and top family titles (Fantasia: Music Evolved, Just Dance 15, Skylanders). 
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In addition to being a great gaming console, Xbox one connects consumers unlike any other device.  Did you know that Xbox ONE enables access to the latest TV shows and movies through popular apps.  With this console all of your media is at your fingertips when you want it. Xbox ONE Console Bundles include a free Best Buy $50 giftcard and are on sale now $349.99-$449.99.
JBL for The Music Lover
Ever popular JBL is a brand that doesn't need an introduction to those that enjoy good music and appreciate listening to high quality sound.  Here are just of few of the JBL gifts aficionados would love to receive.
JBL Charge 2 - They'll be read to party, listen wirelessly and charge endlessly with this portable stereo speaker that goes wherever they go. Features include twin passive radiators for deep bass, a huge 6000mAH battery and hands-free conference speakerphone thanks to its Bluetooth Social Mode which gives up to three users the chance to take turns playing their own playlists off a single speaker. At Best Buy now $149.99
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JBL Flip 2 - Equally cool and even more stylish, especially for fashionable party girls, is this small, cylinder-shaped wireless portable speaker that comes in a five colors so they can coordinate with whatever they're wearing. It boasts dual performance-tuned JBL drivers and a built-in bass port and offers SoundClear echo and noise cancellation along with a state-of-the-art microphone system to pick up calls on speaker. On sale at Best Buy $89.99
JBL Reflect Earbud Headphones - Last, but equally essential to listening to their favorite beats are these sweat proof ergonomically designed Bluetooth earbuds. Built to last with a 5 hour rechargeable battery and a reach of approximately 40 feet. Equipped with built-in magnets that keep buds on standby without loose cables, these come in 4 fashionable colors ready to go to the gym or a night on the town. At Best Buy now $99.99
Garmin and TomTom for the Road Warrior
Moving on to hard-to-shop-for dads and others who spend a good amount of time on the open road are the two must-know as you purchase gifts this holiday season: Garmin and TomTom. Here are some great car map and navigation gift ideas just for them featuring Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling, traffic and weather updates, voice recognition technology and more. Just think: no more getting lost on a vacation or being late for an important business meeting.
Garmin nuvi 52LM - This 5" touchscreen car navigation GPS device comes preloaded with map coverage of the Lower 48, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands and Bahamas so it will be practical whether he works or travels in all the places. It also features lifetime map updates, spoken turn-by-turn directions for distraction-free driving, lane assist with junction view, and speed limits and calculated arrival times. On sale now at Best Buy for $89.99
Garmin nuvi 2597LMT - Also with a 5" touchscreen is an even more full-featured GPS car navigation piece of technology. This model comes with all the features as the 52LM as well as including built-in Bluetooth, text-to-speech voice guidance, and maps of Canada and Mexico. On sale now at Best Buy for $149.99
TomTom Go 50s - This might be considered the greatest gem of the three car GPS devices in this post. This 5" touchscreen device not only features advanced lane guidance but also Lifetime TomTom Traffic so that the user can drive for the lifetime of the device. Features constantly updated Lifetime Maps for the US, Canada and Mexico so they're also driving with the latest map available. Also includes 3D Maps making it possible to see building and landmarks in stunning 3D which makes this device particularly suitable to vacation roadtrippers.

 Last Minute Holiday Challenge Shopping Solved
With so many choices you'll be able to buy for everyone on your list at a single location. If you're shopping last minute or still haven't found the right gift, your nearest Best Buy is definitely worth checking out.
FTC Disclosure: The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. However opinions in this post are my own. See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.
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