How to Create App Icons in Dark Mode for IPhone
One of my favorite new features in iOS 18 is the customizable Home screen . I like the subtlety of the new tinted icons option, […]
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How to Change the Ringtone on Apple Watch
watchOS 11 adds the ability to change your Apple Watch ringtone, as well as set different ringtones for different types of alerts. Although I usually […]
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15 Scariest Classic Horror Movies
There’s been a lot of discussion on X/Twitter lately about the idea that very old films can’t compete with modern ones. Older films lack color, […]
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11 Best Movies Based on True Crimes
True crime has been an obsession with audiences long before podcasts and shows about Jeffrey Dahmer and the Menendez brothers captured our collective attention. In […]
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Anthropic’s Updated AI Models Can Control Your Computer for You
If you’ve always wanted to offload some of your tedious computer work to artificial intelligence, then that future is now a little closer: the updated […]
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These Anker Refurbished Gaming Headphones Are Now 34% Off
If you’re looking for gaming headphones and don’t mind a refurbishment, the Anker Soundcore VR P10 Wireless Gaming Headphones are currently $53.19 (down from the […]
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Here’s How the Mortgage Loan Process Works
Buying a home can be an exciting and rewarding journey , but it can also be overwhelming, especially if you’re not familiar with the lingo […]
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Roblox Unveils New Parental Controls
Ubiquitous online video game Roblox is adding new content moderation tools designed to give parents more control over how their children use the game. In […]
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I Tested All the Permanent Outdoor Holiday Lights and Here’s What I’d Buy
I approach the ritual of installing holiday garlands with curiosity and admiration. I am endlessly baffled by the amount of time and energy people spend, […]
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What’s New in Max in November 2024
Max’s November release takes viewers into the Dune universe with the six-part HBO drama Dune: The Prophecy (November 17). The series, inspired by Brian Herbert’s […]
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These Are the Best Paid VPNs in 2024
A VPN (or “virtual private network”) is essential for people who want to bypass online geo-blocking, prevent their ISP from selling browsing data to advertisers, […]
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These Are the Best VPN Deals Right Now
If you’ve been thinking about investing in VPN (virtual private network) software to protect your online privacy, several reputable services are offering special deals right […]
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I Really Like These (Relatively) Inexpensive Smart Blinds
I never realized how quickly window treatment costs can add up until I bought my first house (turns out it has too many windows). And […]
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This Is My Favorite Way to Separate, Season and Roast Pumpkin Seeds.
In a few days, the pumpkins you saved as porch decor will become a craft on your kitchen table. There’s something less than delicate about […]
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An Introduction to the Boo Basket Trend (and Why You Don’t Need to Create One)
I was first introduced to the phrase “boo bin” in September when I saw women I knew sharing posts on their Instagram stories complaining, “I […]
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The AI Was Really Helpful in Organizing My Flight Information
I’ve struggled to find uses for AI. It’s not that I’m not motivated – my job is to try out new technologies and point out […]
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Goldfish Crackers Got a New Name (for a While)
Goldfish Crackers have officially been renamed Chilean Sea Bass Crackers. Is this some kind of twisted joke? Twisted Halloween Snack Scam? How dare they! Don’t […]
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This Mac App Makes Finder More Like Windows Explorer
I’m a fan of independent Mac utilities, especially multi-purpose ones that can solve a bunch of small problems in one fell swoop. Meet Supercharge , […]
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Big Changes to Pension Savings Coming in 2025
Significant changes to pension rules are due to take effect in 2025, primarily affecting higher-income workers. These updates, part of the SECURE Act 2.0 passed […]
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You Can Get This IPad Air on Sale for $350 Right Now
You can get this refurbished iPad Air 4th generation on sale for $349.99 right now with free shipping (Reg. $599). The 2020 model comes in […]
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I Give Myself Gold Stars
I don’t know if teachers still do this, but when I was little, having a gold star sticker next to your name was an accomplishment […]
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These Sonos App Features Have Been Restored
Sonos had a great year. Back in May, the company announced the release of a new app . Then the app they released took away […]
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Is a Big Step Forward for Foldable Devices
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold currently lays claim to being the best foldable phone on the planet, while also being arguably the best phone […]
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This Power Bank (and Wall Charger) Is Now Only $60
If you’re like me and are worried about seeing your battery drain while you’re out and about, it might be worth checking out the Anker […]
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Gemini Can Now Create Events, Notes and Tasks in Google Calendar
Since the beginning of this year, Google has been rolling out Workspace extensions for Gemini , allowing you to scan your emails (via Gmail) and […]
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Check If Your Tax Bracket Will Change in 2025
The IRS has released its inflation adjustments for tax year 2025 , applicable to returns filed in 2026, which affect both your tax bracket and […]
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How to Determine If a Piece of Jewelry Is Real
So you inherited some jewelry from a relative or got a potential deal on a few pieces at a flea market or estate sale. How […]
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18 Strangest Movies You Won’t Believe Exist
The Pee-Pee-Poo-Poo Man is coming. You may have already known about this, but I just learned about the upcoming limited release of this docu-comedy about […]
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This Mac App Will Show Your Colleagues’ Time Zones in the Menu Bar
Time zones are the bane of existence as a remote worker, especially if your team is international. You can try to keep track of who […]
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Answers to All Your Questions About How to “from the Couch to 5 Thousand”
If you’re not a runner but would like to become one, a classic way to get started is with the Couch to 5K program (available […]
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Clean Out the Clutter Immediately to Feel Better After Decluttering.
At the first opportunity (of course, I’ll give you a few minutes to finish reading this article) you should quickly clean out the trash in […]
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This Ring Floodlight Camera Is $50 Off Right Now
Amazon owns the Ring and Blink security cameras , but of the two, the Ring cameras are more premium and don’t go on sale as […]
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13 Things You Didn’t Know About Halloween
I am a Halloween connoisseur and have a Ph.D. in witchcraft, and I want to share my knowledge with you. These 12 Halloween Facts and […]
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Adobe Digital Painting App Similar to Procreate Is Now Free for Everyone
Adobe tools like Photoshop and Illustrator are widely known among creative professionals on Mac and PC (though Affinity struggles to lure away paying customers ). […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Apple Watch Series 10
Since Apple released the new Apple Watch Series 10 earlier in September , its price has dropped steadily and consistently, and is currently $370 (originally […]
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What’s New on Paramount+ and Showtime in November 2024
Paramount+ has a lighter lineup of original content this month, although there are plenty of live sports to watch on CBS Sports: the NSWL Championship […]
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What’s New on Netflix in November 2024
As always, Netflix has something for everyone in November. This month’s Netflix live event is the highly anticipated match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, […]
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Milk Street Bakes Is a Great Cookbook for Amateur Bakers.
Welcome to Cookbook of the Week. In this series, I highlight cookbooks that are unique, easy to use, or just special to me. While searching […]
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Manage Election Night Stress and Anxiety by Making a Plan Now
We don’t know what exactly election night will bring, but gone are the days when we could get fairly accurate (if unofficial) results before midnight. […]
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IOS 18.1 Will Fix the IPhone 16 Random Restart Bug
The iPhone 16 series suffers from a curious bug – random reboots. People using the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max […]
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