This App Gives Your IPhone an Ultra-Minimalistic Home Screen
We all have that app on our home screen that we impulsively open and scroll through, even when we want to stop. You can try […]
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Opera Has Added Artificial Intelligence Features (and a New Look) to Its IOS Browser
Opera introduces a new interface for iOS. On Tuesday, the company announced an updated iPhone browser, Opera One, that features both an updated user interface […]
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Make These Space-Saving Furniture Swaps
I’ve lived in New York since I was 18, which means my friends and I went through being broke early in our careers and then […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones
You’ve probably seen or heard about the Sony WH-1000X series headphones. It’s been around since 2016, with a new version of the series coming out […]
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10 “Alien” Heists That Are Actually Great
45 years ago today, one of the most influential science fiction films of all time was released: Alien . Since Sigourney Weaver ejected the titular […]
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Eight Surprising Ways a Restaurant May Mislead You
It’s natural to expect that spending your hard-earned money on a delicious meal will at least provide you with an experience free of manipulation. And […]
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All New AI Features Coming to Google Pixel Devices
Today’s Made By Google event was Android’s last and best chance to up its AI game before the release of Apple Intelligence this fall. Google […]
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New Pixel Watch Available in Two Sizes
Today Google announced not only new phones , but also new accessories for them. Like the Pixel 9 Pro , the Pixel Watch 3 finally […]
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Pixel 9 Pro Fold Is a Little Thinner and a Little Bigger, but Still Expensive
Foldable phones are a tempting idea, but they’re not yet widely used. Durability issues, prices well over $1,600, and the idea that you’re getting something […]
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Pixel 9 Is Here and Pro Is Finally Available in Two Sizes
The Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro are here, and following a lesson learned from Apple, Google is finally making the Pro in different […]
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These New 401(K) Rules Make It Easier to Access Your Money
The IRS clarified a provision of the SECURE 2.0 Act enacted in 2022, now expanding the use of tax-deferred retirement accounts as emergency funds. Previously, […]
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An Easy Way to Make Your Own Piping Bag
A piping bag is not something I would classify as a “regular” kitchen tool. Former chefs and pastry chefs will keep them in their home […]
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All the Ways to Tell a Photo Was Taken by AI
This post is part of Lifehacker’s Artificial Intelligence Debunked series. We explore six different types of AI-generated media and highlight common features, by-products, and distinguishing […]
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How to Tell If What You’re Reading Was Written by Artificial Intelligence
This post is part of Lifehacker’s Artificial Intelligence Debunked series. We explore six different types of AI-generated media and highlight common features, by-products, and distinguishing […]
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How to Finally Stop Doomscrolling
Everyone’s done it: you pick up the phone in a perfectly good mood, only to be bombarded with notifications and social media messages informing you […]
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Google Is Changing How Chrome Extensions Work and May Disable Some of Your Favorites
One of the reasons why Google Chrome is such a popular browser is that it is supported by many useful third-party extensions and plugins that […]
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Why Are TikTok Influencers Promoting Life Insurance Instead of 401(K)?
Another day, another interesting trend emerging on financial TikTok: influencers promoting life insurance as a superior alternative to traditional retirement accounts like 401(k)s . Can […]
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When Are the Next Olympic Games?
The triumph, heartbreak and baguettes of the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad culminated in spectacular Olympic fashion this weekend as the literal torch was passed […]
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How to Determine If This Song Was Written Using Artificial Intelligence
This post is part of Lifehacker’s Artificial Intelligence Debunked series . We explore six different types of AI-generated media and highlight common features, by-products, and […]
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How to Recognize Speech Generated by Artificial Intelligence
This post is part of Lifehacker’s Artificial Intelligence Debunked series . We explore six different types of AI-generated media and highlight common features, by-products, and […]
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How to Tell If a Video You’re Watching Was Created Using Artificial Intelligence
This post is part of Lifehacker’s Artificial Intelligence Debunked series . We explore six different types of AI-generated media and highlight common features, by-products, and […]
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This Eufy Smart Door Lock Is Now Under $100
I’ll be honest: when it comes to smart locks, I’m not immediately sold. My inner skeptic kept whispering, “What if the battery dies and you’re […]
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This Asus Gaming Monitor Is Over $100 Off
4K Ultra HD gaming monitors with high refresh rates have historically been quite expensive, but the arrival of the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCS this year […]
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Made by Google 2024 Probably Won’t Be an Artificial Intelligence Revolution
Google takes a slightly different approach to its major product announcements than most other companies. Unlike other companies, which mostly try to maintain an air […]
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Carbohydrates Are Actually Good.
Do you feel like cutting out carbs is “clean” eating? Do you think that anything containing bread or flour is junk food? Should you avoid […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Bose QuietComfort Ultra
When it comes to the best headphones you can buy, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra tops the list for active noise cancellation (ANC), but they also […]
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This AI Tool Can Really Help You Plan Your Vacation
If you love vacations but hate planning, planning your itinerary and booking hotels, meals, and activities can ruin your trip before it even begins. You […]
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The Main Reason Why the Next IPhone SE Will Be Updated
I’m a big fan of the iPhone SE. In a market where you can easily spend over $1,000 on an iPhone, there is an option […]
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All the Smart Technologies I Use to Manage My ADHD
When I was diagnosed with ADHD, I was thrilled to learn that there was a real reason why I was struggling with procrastination, especially around […]
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Use the One Hour Method to Develop a More Efficient Cleaning Routine
If cleaning is too much for you, creating a schedule and sticking to it is one of the best ways to get things done slowly […]
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Five Signs Your Rent Is About to Go Up.
More than 45 million Americans rent their homes, and about half of them are “rent-burdened,” meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on […]
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How to Avoid Counterfeit Products on Amazon
It’s no secret that Amazon has had problems with third-party sellers over the years. According to Sellerapp, an e-commerce consulting company, between 10% and 60% […]
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My Favorite Things That Make Laundry Day Less Tedious
I hate washing clothes, so I usually send mine to a service center to avoid having to do it at all. However, sometimes this just […]
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Is It Good or Bad to Stretch Before Training?
Should you stretch before working out? There was a time when stretching seemed mandatory and I felt the need to tell you guys that it’s […]
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12 Cool 80s Movies You Should Watch With Your Kids
Readers of a certain age (old) will remember the excitement of movie night in the 80s, which usually began with a family trip to the […]
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A Month Later, Copilot+ Laptops Are Still a Mess
I’ve owned the Copilot+ laptop for a little over a month now and I still can’t get over how exaggerated the name is. This was […]
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Top Off the Olympics With Stuffed French Toast
While you don’t need an excuse to make French toast, I still have one for you. The Olympic Games are coming to an end in […]
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My Favorite Moments and Drama From Day 13 of the Olympics
The Paris Olympics are nearing the finish line, and like a great marathon runner, the games end strongly . I don’t know if today was […]
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Sow These Biennials Now to Ensure They Bloom Beautifully Next Year.
All the flowers you scatter in your garden have a certain life cycle. There are annual plants that will last only one season and die […]
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Eight Ways to Hang Pictures Without Making Holes in the Walls
If you rent an apartment or live in a dorm, there may be rules against using nails or screws to hang pictures. Likewise, if your […]
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