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Renters and homeowners insurance protect your living space and personal belongings, such as furniture, electronics, clothing, and everyday items you rely on. Since your cell phone is part of your belongings, it’s natural to assume it falls under that umbrella too. But does it? Well… yes and no.

If you’ve been hearing about “paper tablets” and wondering what they actually are, you’re not alone. The name sounds almost too simple. Are they digital notebooks? Are they tablets? Do they connect to the internet? Can they replace an iPad? Paper tablets sit in a category of their own.

We rely on our phones for just about everything — staying connected, managing work, and capturing memories. So when something happens to it, the stress (and the cost) can be huge. With new smartphones now costing as much as a laptop (or even more), it's only natural to want to protect your investment from everyday accidents.

When your school invests in devices for students, protecting that investment is essential. With every student carrying a Chromebook or some other device, accidents like cracked screens, drops, or spills are bound to happen – in classrooms, hallways, or cafeterias. And the cost of replacing or repairing devices can add up quickly.

Apple has done it again – this time with the iPhone Air, released in September 2025. Borrowing the “Air” branding from the MacBook Air and iPad Air, Apple is aiming for one thing above all: unmatched portability. At just 5.6mm thin and 165g, this is the slimmest, lightest iPhone ever built. But that slimness comes with compromises that may leave some buyers hesitating.

Apple released the iPhone 17 on September 19, 2025, alongside the ultra-thin iPhone Air and the high-end 17 Pro and Pro Max. But with the iPhone 16 still around – and now $100 cheaper – many buyers are asking the same question: should you upgrade to the new iPhone 17 or save some money and pick up last year’s model? To make the decision easier, we’ve compared the two devices across design, performance, cameras, and more.

We’ve all heard about 5G, but what exactly is it – and what difference does it make in your everyday life? If your phone can load a website instantly, stream without buffering, or stay connected in a packed stadium, that’s what 5G technology makes possible. But beyond just faster internet, 5G is transforming the way we live, work, and connect.

Roblox is a place where kids can play, create, and connect with friends. But like any online platform, it also attracts scammers looking to take advantage of young players. Many scams on Roblox are disguised as free rewards, rare items, or even popular games. For parents, knowing what to watch for – and teaching kids how to spot scams – goes a long way in keeping playtime safe and fun.

In a smartphone market dominated by tech giants like Apple, Samsung, and Google, Nothing has steadily built a reputation for doing things differently. With the launch of the Nothing Phone 3, the company isn’t just aiming to stand out; it’s aiming to compete head-to-head with the biggest players in the game.

For K-12 schools issuing Chromebooks, iPads, or laptops to students, back-to-school prep is about more than just handing out devices. It's about protecting your investment in technology, minimizing downtime from device damage, and making sure every student has a reliable tool for learning on day one - and every day after that.