Katie Collins
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Katie covers home tech, EVs, wellness & more. She aims to help people make smart buying choices & reach life goals.
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Shockproof Camera for Kids Photography
Tiny fingers love to explore. They press buttons, twist knobs, and drop things sometimes more than we’d like. I learned this the hard way when my niece borrowed my compact digital camera during a family picnic. Within minutes, the camera slipped from her little hands and tumbled onto the ground. The lens jammed, the body cracked, and my heart sank. That was the moment I realized: children need cameras designed for their world devices that can survive falls, withstand rough handling, and still encourage creativity.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Humans
Best Battery Pack Case for iPhone
There’s a moment most iPhone users dread: that sudden low-battery notification flashing when you’re nowhere near a charger. Mine happened during a family road trip. We were relying on my phone for navigation, music, and snapping photos. As the percentage dropped into single digits, the stress kicked in no directions, no camera, and no way to keep my kids entertained in the back seat.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Families
Best Underwater Case for iPhone
The first time my phone slipped from my hands while standing near the shoreline, I watched it tumble toward the water in what felt like slow motion. Sand, waves, and electronics never mix well and in that moment, I realized just how fragile and irreplaceable my iPhone had become. Photos of family trips, notes for work, and even my kids’ laughter saved in videos… everything was in that device.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Humans
Best Baby Car Camera for 2 Kids
The first time I drove with two little ones in the backseat, I caught myself twisting around at every stoplight just to check if they were okay. My neck ached, my mind was anxious, and my focus wasn’t fully on the road. That moment made me realize how stressful it is for parents to balance safety, attention, and peace of mind while driving. Installing a baby car camera didn’t just give me a clearer view of my kids it gave me a calmer drive, fewer distractions, and reassurance that I could keep an eye on them without compromising safety.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Families
Best iPhone 16 Cases for Protection
Phones slip from our hands at the most inconvenient times off the couch onto tile floors, out of pockets while jogging, or from cluttered desks onto hardwood. My wake-up moment came when a new phone landed face-first on concrete. The screen survived, but the corner was dented forever. That dent wasn’t just cosmetic; it was a reminder that even the sleekest, strongest smartphones need armor.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Humans
Best Case for iPhone 14 Pro Max
The moment my phone slipped out of my hands, time seemed to slow down. That dreadful thud against the sidewalk echoed louder than any sound I’ve heard from a device. The screen survived, but the back glass had a spiderweb crack across it. That painful experience wasn’t just about money it was about losing trust in the “premium” case I thought would protect my phone.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Families
Best Action Camera for Kids
The first time I handed a camera to my nephew, his eyes lit up as though he’d been given a superpower. The problem? The device was heavy, complicated, and within five minutes, the battery door was hanging by a thread. That moment made me realize something: children want to explore and capture the world just as much as we do, but most cameras are built for adult hands, not curious, adventurous little ones.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Humans
Best Case for iPhone 14
It happened on an ordinary morning. Balancing coffee in one hand and juggling my phone in the other, I felt the slippery slide that every iPhone owner dreads. My heart dropped before the phone did. The clatter against the pavement echoed louder than the city traffic around me. I picked it up, bracing for that dreaded spider-web crack.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Families
Best iPhone 14 Cases for Protection
There was a sinking moment when my iPhone slipped out of my hands during a grocery run. The sound of glass hitting tile is unmistakable, and the hairline crack that followed was a constant reminder of what I didn’t invest in a reliable protective case. That single mistake led me down a path of endless searching, comparing, and testing. I wanted protection without sacrificing design, durability without bulk, and style that didn’t feel cheap.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Humans
Best Video Camera for Kids
A child’s curiosity is a powerful thing. In my home, it started with tiny fingers reaching for my expensive DSLR during family outings. What began as excitement quickly turned to frustration the buttons were too complicated, the weight too heavy, and the risk of a shattered lens too high. My child’s enthusiasm for capturing moments faded, and I realized I needed a solution: a video camera designed specifically for kids.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Humans
Best Humidifier Warm and Cool Mist
It crept in slowly first my skin felt tighter than usual, then my throat began to feel scratchy in the mornings. My indoor plants started drooping despite regular watering, and my wood furniture looked dull and lifeless. The culprit? Dry, moisture-starved air that no amount of sipping water could fix.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Families
Best Case for iPhone 15
It happened in the most ordinary way carrying groceries in one hand, phone in the other. A small bump, a slick floor, and my phone sailed onto the tile with a sound I can only describe as “expensive.” My heart skipped a beat. I picked it up, relieved to see the screen intact… until I noticed the hairline crack on the back glass.
By Katie Collins5 months ago in Humans
