How to Clean up After You Notice Mice, Cockroaches and Other Pests
I’ve lived in New York City for 15 years, and during that time I’ve lived in some truly terrible apartments, as poor grad students are […]
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What to Expect From the Samsung Galaxy S25 Unboxing Stream
Another year, another Samsung Galaxy Unpacked. The Android giant has made a habit of holding at least two such events a year: one for foldable […]
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All ByteDance Apps Operate in the USA
The future of TikTok in the US is completely in doubt . If the US government gets its way, the app will be banned starting […]
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How Often Should You Really Wash Your Winter Coat?
We all have to do a lot of laundry on a regular basis, so a seasonal item that we wear less often may not fit […]
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Government Tries to Backtrack on TikTok Ban
If you’ve been on TikTok in the last few days, you’ve no doubt witnessed your favorite creators saying goodbye and telling you where you can […]
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This 65-Inch Sony OLED TV Is $500 Off
There’s a huge difference between OLED and QLED : OLEDs offer the highest quality pictures at a higher price, but you can still find budget […]
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This Free App Combines Bluesky, Threads and Mastodon Into One Channel
Replacing X is an ongoing project. Bluesky is currently the fastest growing network, but both Threads and Mastodon have seen growth spurts over the past […]
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I Tried This “foolproof” Trick With Cachio E Pepe and It’s Completely Legit
If you’ve ever tried to make cacio e pepe at home and ended up with pasta covered in chunks of cheese instead of a delicious […]
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Five Ways to Tell If a Sofa or Sofa Will Be Comfortable in the Long Run
Buying furniture yourself can be stressful. Beyond the cost —if you’re furnishing an entire two-bedroom home, it could cost you around $25,000 depending on your […]
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Pros and Cons of the Best TikTok Alternatives
I love Tik Tok. As an adult, I’m not proud of this, and I won’t share the total number of hours I’ve spent scrolling to […]
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Here’s How to Bring Back the Power Button for AirPods Noise Canceling
If you can’t figure out how to turn off noise cancellation on AirPods Pro or AirPods 4 with ANC, you’re not alone. After the iOS […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Garmin Venu 3S
Garmin smartwatches have been gaining popularity among sports enthusiasts and health-conscious people in recent years. Their Garmin Venu 3S, launching late 2023, is one of […]
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Here’s When You Can Try Switch 2 for Yourself
The Nintendo Switch 2 is now official, and… we don’t know much about it yet. It’s a little larger, it’s backwards compatible, and the Joy-Con […]
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You Can Now Schedule Recurring Tasks and Reminders Using ChatGPT
With the new Tasks feature, ChatGPT takes a big step towards becoming your indispensable digital assistant. With it, you can set reminders and recurring tasks […]
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What’s True in Switch 2 Leaks
Early this morning, Nintendo finally revealed the Nintendo Switch 2 in a surprise video announcement. That in itself wasn’t that much of a surprise: recent […]
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“Burst” Lets You Send Disappearing IMessages
The latest messaging app to climb the iPhone App Store charts is Explode . Explode helps you send disappearing (or “exploding”) photos to your iMessage […]
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This Ultraportable JBL Speaker Is Now $25
If you’re looking for a compact Bluetooth speaker that’s both rugged and portable, you might want to check out the JBL Go 3 (available in […]
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Bluesky Will Have Its Own Instagram (Sort Of)
If you’re one of the millions who have joined Bluesky in recent months, chances are you’ve been put off by established social media platforms. You […]
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What Homeowners Insurance Actually Covers (and How Much You Should Have)
As Los Angeles County continues to battle devastating wildfires , you may be wondering about the safety of your own home. More specifically, how will […]
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Here’s How to Prevent Your Watch Strap From Irritating Your Skin
Fitness trackers and smartwatches want to live on your wrist 24/7. Of course, you’ll need them during your workout and later for sleep tracking, and […]
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This Photo-Sharing App Feels Like a Throwback to the Glory Days of Instagram
Are you one of the many who are reconsidering their relationship with Meta’s Instagram ? If you’re looking for another photo sharing channel, Pixelfed, an […]
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The Mocktail Club Recipe Book Could Take Dry January to the Next Level
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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Why I Use Mug Warmers With All of My Candles
Last year I was looking for a good gift for my mother, who loves gadgets, but for whom I had already bought all the Alexa-enabled […]
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These Six Materials Can Block Your Home’s Wi-Fi Signal
Nothing can ruin your day more thoroughly than a crappy Wi-Fi signal , which slows down your entire life to a state filled with error […]
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The Nine Best Shows to Watch When You Need Cleaning Inspiration
With TikTok on the verge of disappearing from the US, users looking to the app for cleaning inspiration are turning to other mediums like Instagram […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Microsoft Surface Pro
The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 is a tablet-laptop hybrid that came out last summer and quickly became one of the best laptops for students even […]
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How to Protect Your Location Data From Security Breaches
By now, most of us are aware that – thanks to a regular stream of data breaches at companies large and small – at least […]
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These Dutch Ovens Are Just As Good As Le Creuset (and Much Cheaper)
I don’t know when this shift will happen, but I do know that it will happen to everyone at some point: that moment when you […]
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Bing No Longer Makes People Think They’re Using Google
I’ve seen my fair share of copied designs in more than a decade of journalism, but I’ve never seen anything as egregious as Bing’s recently […]
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How to Save Everything You Love on TikTok Before It Disappears
As an avid TikTok user, I’m trying to ignore the looming reality of the shutdown next week. While I’m crossing my fingers for a last-minute […]
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How to Hide Yourself on Instagram, Facebook, X and Other Social Networks
Even when you’re on social media, you may not feel particularly social—even with family and friends you actually really like. Perhaps you don’t want your […]
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You Can Connect Two Bluetooth Headsets to Your Mac at the Same Time
Want to watch a movie with a friend on your Mac? Perhaps you’re stuck on a long flight or, like me, your MacBook Air speakers […]
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What People Get Wrong This Week: How the Los Angeles Fires Started
On January 7, a deadly combination of drought and unusually strong winds sparked a series of wildfires in Los Angeles. The fires then ignited a […]
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I’m a Certified Personal Trainer and These Are My Favorite Health and Fitness Apps.
I’ve tested a lot of health and fitness apps over the years – some to write about, some because I was curious, and some because […]
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Why Some TikTok Users Are Running to RedNote, Another Chinese Social Media App
TikTok’s future in the US looks more uncertain than ever . With a potential ban just days away, angry TikTok users are looking for alternatives, […]
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The New Google Pixel 9 Pro Is Now $150 Off
The Pixel 9 Pro is the newest and most premium model in the Pixel lineup , and right now the unlocked Google Pixel 9 Pro […]
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This Free Widget for IPhone and Mac Tracks Air Quality in Your Area
I’ve lived in Oregon for ten years, which means I’ve lived through several wildfire seasons. In these conditions, you quickly learn that monitoring your air […]
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How to Watch Season 2 of the Series “Break” for Free
Among Apple TV+’s list of great original shows, Severance is one of my favorites. In fact, season two will air this Friday, January 17, 2025. […]
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10 Specific Ways to Save More for Retirement in 2025
No matter who you are, you’re probably constantly plagued by vague pressure to “save more.” But making progress in personal finance requires not only hopeful […]
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This Meta Quest 3S Kit Is Only $350.
Meta has made virtual reality (VR) accessible to many more people by offering good VR headsets for much less than the competition. Currently, the 256GB […]
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