How Did You Learn to Type?
I had my first formal typing class in high school, long after I learned to type. There weren’t enough computers for everyone, so some of […]
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Become a Better Advocate for Conversation by “Supporting”, Not “Changing”
The last time a friend told you how busy they were, did you say “OMG, SAME”? Otherwise, you could be what one sociologist calls a […]
Continue reading »Check Nintendo Switch Cartridges for Damage Before Use
Nintendo Switch is a fun video game console, but surprisingly fragile. Its footboard can come off like a branch; its screen is easily scratched; and […]
Continue reading »How Swimming in a Japanese Forest Can Save Your Life
Walking in the woods brings tangible health benefits, and Professor Yoshifumi Miyazaki is exploring how to spread these benefits to as many people as possible. […]
Continue reading »How to Prepare Your MacBook for Sale
I am getting rid of my MacBook. Nothing personal; I need to swap out my G / O Media device for another slightly slower MacBook. […]
Continue reading »Try These Dedicated Google Assistant Commands for Waze on Android
Since Google acquired Waze back in 2013, the company has gradually added Waze features to Google Maps, including traffic reporting and real-time rate limiting features […]
Continue reading »Spend the Night in a Glass House From the Black Mirror
Want to spend the night in the middle of the desert like a tech billionaire in need of digital detox? If you haven’t watched the […]
Continue reading »According to Reddit, the Tasks You Do in the Wrong Order
“What is a life hack that does not require you to do anything new, but simply change the order in which you are already doing […]
Continue reading »What Not to Tell Same-Sex Parents
When was the last time you asked a random acquaintance – or better yet, a stranger! – details of how their child was conceived? You […]
Continue reading »How to Make Vegan IKEA-Style Meatballs
Inspired by the success of its vegan hot dogs and bland serving, IKEA has announced plans to release a plant-based version of its classic pork […]
Continue reading »What Happens to Your Stolen Medical Data
It’s pretty obvious why you want to keep personal information such as passwords and credit card information private. But the medical data may not be […]
Continue reading »To Be More Creative, Create an “Analog Table”
When I find it difficult to write, when I feel stuck or distracted, or like I’m the biggest impostor in the world , I force […]
Continue reading »When to Use Cash Instead of Credit
I know. This is 2019. We have contactless cards, peer-to-peer mobile payment systems and services that will offer you an installment loan for a pair […]
Continue reading »What’s the Coolest Thing About Your Local Library?
There are libraries where you can borrow dolls, tools, telescopes, framed paintings, an interview tie, or even seeds to plant . Libraries host talks, concerts, […]
Continue reading »How to Wake up Hell When Your Body Isn’t Working
Unless you’re an early riser, waking up every day can be tricky. It can be so hard during the day and your bed is so […]
Continue reading »What’s in Store for and Out of Netflix in the Week of June 10, 2019
Have you seen Martin Scorsese’s excellent documentary Shine the Light on the Rolling Stones? You don’t even need to be a Stones fan to love […]
Continue reading »Quickly Alphabetize Lists and Paragraphs in Google Docs With This Add-On
There are many times in life when you want to make a list in alphabetical order. For example, a party list is much easier to […]
Continue reading »Know the Difference Between an Ocean View Room and an Ocean View Room
When you book your summer beach vacation, make sure you pay attention to the type of room you are booking. Business Insider spoke with business […]
Continue reading »How to Clear YouTube History
Every time you watch a YouTube video, it is added to your YouTube story by default. While this feature can sometimes be useful for finding […]
Continue reading »How to Stream the New Prince Album Right Now
This week, Prince’s Estate announced plans to release a new collection of artist-written unreleased demos titled Originals. The compilation, which includes a number of songs […]
Continue reading »How to Fix Corroded Battery Compartments
You know that after removing the batteries, you need to store the electronics in a dry place, right? But you don’t always do that, do […]
Continue reading »Attach the Baby Comb to the Bathroom Wall
If you’re curious about this parenting editor’s morning routine, I’ll tell you that most of it is about running around the house asking, “Has anyone […]
Continue reading »Start Your Weekend With a Low-Strength Purple Syringe
Wine spritzers have a reputation for hockey, but like most things that are called “girly,” they are damn delicious. They are also a great, low-nutrient […]
Continue reading »How to Find and Delete Old Email Addresses
Old, unused email accounts compromise your security and privacy . With a compromised account, someone could impersonate you, search for personal information, or use the […]
Continue reading »What Happens If You Exceed the Roth IRA Income Limit?
Roth IRAs are popular in part because they are for people who expect to earn more as they retire. Since you are taxed when you […]
Continue reading »How to Become a Best Friend
We all have a habit of getting into a cycle of work and sleep and forgetting to reply to a friend’s message or missing an […]
Continue reading »Do Simpler Versions of Pull-Ups and Push-Ups in the Playground
If it’s been a long time since you could climb the monkey bars, playgrounds may seem like they don’t offer many upper body workout options. […]
Continue reading »Get Funny Countdown Timers for Kids From YouTube
If you enter a “15 minute timer” or any other time period into Google, Google will automatically open and start that timer. But it will […]
Continue reading »You Can Block Robotic Calls by Default With Your Phone Company, but It Will Cost You
If you’re getting more calls from robots than real calls, you can check out Thursday’s new FCC ruling . Immediately thereafter, telephone companies will be […]
Continue reading »How to Buy Whole Fish
Whole pan-baked fish looks really impressive and insanely easy to cook, but some home cooks are put off by the idea of cleaning, scrubbing, or […]
Continue reading »How a Biotech Disaster Could End the World (and Other Things to Worry About)
We spoke with Josh Clark about his new podcast, The End of the World with Josh Clark, and asked him about the risks to existence […]
Continue reading »How to Relieve Symptoms of a Mosquito Bite
Some of us roam this Earth knowing that no matter how close we sit to a citronella candle, no matter what clothes we wear, and […]
Continue reading »Find Local Hotspots With These Photo Maps
Lifehacker just moved to Times Square and damn it, it’s weird to work in an area where tourists are staying. I want to shout at […]
Continue reading »How to Carry Your Phone on the Run
You have a good pair of shoes, a supportive sports bra (if needed), and comfortable clothing. But when you go for a run, there is […]
Continue reading »Why Can’t I Hear Vocals When Playing Music on My Phone?
We have an interesting one in this week’s Tech 911 column. At first glance, this is such a strange problem that I will not even […]
Continue reading »These Airplane Facts Can Help Heal Your Fear of Flying
For some people, air travel is just another part of daily life. But for others, it is a major source of stress and anxiety. The […]
Continue reading »Convert Your Sunglasses to Glasses
So many thoughts ran through my head as I watched the adorable Netflix rom-com ” Always Be Mine, Maybe” : “ I need to go […]
Continue reading »How Much More Expensive Will Clothes Be at Trump’s Tariffs for Imports to China?
By now, you may have heard that raising tariffs on imports from China can affect the cost of everything from sneakers to garden furniture by […]
Continue reading »Google Maps Will Now Alert You to Natural Disasters in Your Area
Google Maps can already guide you around traffic jams and blocked roads, but now they can also help you avoid areas affected by natural disasters. […]
Continue reading »Cover the Breast Pump Bottle With Baby Sock
Expressing breast milk can be frustrating, especially if you are not producing large quantities of it. I sat there, attached to my Williams-Sonoma (trademarked Tina […]
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