KnowRoaming

The SIM card sticker that allows easy access to mobile networks across the globe

For those who travel abroad, there’s always a pang of jealousy when locals are able to switch on their phones upon landing, without a thought of excessive fees. While smartphones make a great travel companion—especially abroad where maps, translators and staying connected with home can make or break a trip—roaming charges can be a major burden. With the exception of global mobile plans, the only …

SIMPLE Mobile

The new US company dares to oust conventional smartphone plans in favor of contract-free talk, text and stream

Advertorial content: Anybody who has bought a SIM card in Europe can attest to the ease and freedom of the “pop it in, top up and go” kind of model found there—and in many countries around the world. Signing a new mobile contract in the US feels more like buying a house than something that fits in your pocket. SIMPLE Mobile is shaking things up …

Playtime Appcessories

The latest ways to enhance game play with your smartphone or tablet

With additional reporting by James Thorne Realizing that competing with the popularity of smartphones and tablets is a game they’ve already lost, toy manufacturers are finding ways to incorporate apps and devices into their product experience. New options range from simple tactile cases to QR codes and elaborate augmented reality board games. We’re really impressed by the breadth of the examples we discovered at the …