Jen Glennon

2 weeks ago | coolmaterial.com | Jen Glennon |John Paradiso

Apple is hosting it’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) this week in Cupertino, and so far the company is giving a whole lotta spotlight to iOS 26. The newest operating system for iPhone will include a nifty feature that could be especially useful for people who love to travel: live translation of text messages and even phone calls. It’s like Star Trek‘s universal translator made real.

3 weeks ago | coolmaterial.com | Jen Glennon |Sylvie Florman

Nothing makes a space feel more inviting than good lighting. Whether we’re talking a bedroom, a home office, or a living room, relying too much on overhead light fixtures can make your home feel dreary and sterile. While task lighting serves a functional importance—like making sure you can navigate through a room without tripping—ambient lighting is more about creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere and adding visual interest.

1 month ago | coolmaterial.com | Jen Glennon |Beau Hayhoe |Mo Mozuch

It’s that time of year again—our best and brightest are donning their caps and gowns to celebrate finishing high school, college, and grad school. Graduation season is the perfect opportunity to give that soon-to-be ex-student something truly special that they’ll treasure for years, whether it’s a slick retro–futuristic watch, a luxe travel bag, or something spectacular for their home bar. Here are our favorite graduation gifts for 2025.

1 month ago | coolmaterial.com | Beau Hayhoe |Mo Mozuch |Brett Braley |Jen Glennon

If your dad or father figure has taught you everything you know about venturing off the beaten path, it’s time to return the favor this Father’s Day. The outdoorsy dad is a special breed, a man who knows the tricks of the trade as well as the right gear for the task at hand, be it building a fire, pitching a tent, or navigating tricky terrain. Nature isn’t just a calling for this man—it’s a way of life.

1 month ago | coolmaterial.com | Mo Mozuch |Brett Braley |Jen Glennon

Father’s Day gifts always seem to be a challenge. Dads often have a simple list of things they want. Usually it’s a cold drink, a good sandwich, and a little nap. Or maybe it’s just a phone call or card to show him you care. But some of us want to spoil our dads a little bit. The trouble is, what do you get for a guy who never asks for anything? Or worse, just goes out and buys it for himself the moment an impulse strikes? The answer: a surprise. Get dad something he never even thought of wanting.