Category: Hacks

Interesting toys are great if you have a dog with endless energy that you want to tire both mentally and physically. On the other hand, […]

Whether you love shooting with your DSLR, smartphone, or whatever, now is a great time to get the perfect shot. If you need accessories, some […]

Walkie talkies are cool, but what’s even cooler is what you create yourself. Master Daniel Chot’s kids wanted a pair of walkie-talkies, so he built […]

When you are trying to sell your home, you want to squeeze as much value out of it as possible. Some upgrades, such as remodeling […]

The Raspberry Pi has long been packaged in third-party starter kits , but now it looks like an official option packed with everything you need […]

After you’ve taken the time to get a good shower , do your best to keep it the same. Made with tea tree oil, this […]

Love your old USB keyboard but want it to be wireless? DIYer DastardlyLabs demonstrates how to make your own little adapter that will turn just […]

Whether you’re starting YouTube or just want a stable setup for great shots from above, you don’t have to spend money on an expensive camera […]

Recent research shows that cats, especially domestic cats, can be very helpful with food puzzles that get them to play with their larva before they […]

Today is Labor Day in the US and Canada, so we sit back and relax. Whether you want to use your free time to work, […]

You’ve probably guessed that a plastic bag can protect your DSLR from rain or snow. But there is a proper way to use it, as […]

Password managers are an easy way to make your passwords more secure . If you’ve ever needed a physical device that could store passwords, Adafruit […]

This homemade floating shelf opens to reveal a secret compartment where you can stash whatever you want for easy access. Here’s how to build your […]

A delicious mochi prides itself on being soft and chewy. Making such mochi is usually a laborious,cruel and rather dangerous process. This homemade mochi ice […]

Do you work in an office or have a home where you don’t see everyone? Initially, they used a Raspberry Pi Zero to track when […]

We all have a morning routine, and depending on how you work, certain parts of it can be automated. Case in point: Homemaker Tom Harrigan […]

It’s easy to throw away anything in the kitchen or drawer drawers to get them out of sight, but it won’t get rid of the […]

The worst thing about making your own ice cream is waiting for it to solidify. This smart DIY machine will make your homemade ice cream […]

When hanging heavy objects like large mirrors or framed art, you need enough support to hold them securely against the wall, and using two hooks […]

The Raspberry Pi Zero is great, but it lacks USB ports. Instructables user Sean Hodgins shares his project that adds four USB ports to the […]

In this project, we are creating a joystick controlled laser by connecting two servos to the joystick and using this setup as a pan and […]

We’ve discussed several ways to turn a garden into a small space , but this method is especially interesting. Just grab your old window dividers, […]

Your phone is probably the smartest alarm clock you’ve ever had, but if you’re looking for a project that’s a little more playful, Nick Triantafillow […]

Getting really good low-angle shots can be challenging as you can’t use most tripods and handheld shots can be shaky and blurry. However, you can […]

Does an old broken PSP sit and collect dust? On OtherMod, they show you how to rip this PSP apart, insert a Raspberry Pi Zero […]

Nobody wants to waste time cleaning toilets, but you also don’t want to expose guests (or yourself) to a dirty bowl. These homemade pods are […]

Painting a small colored square on a wall is a good way to test potential wall coloring, but you will only be able to see […]

PVC pipe is useful for many things , and YouTube Specific Love has a series of PVC break-ins videos. This is just one of them, […]

You have to get creative when you cook on the hike or wherever else, you may be running out of tons of gear. Prepare these […]

To keep track of which Pokémon appear in your area, Pokémon Go usually requires your phone to be open and working. At Adafruit, they demonstrate […]

The attachment to crutches makes it difficult to get around, and if you’re used to carrying a bag or wallet, losing the use of an […]

Ammo containers aren’t very common, but you can probably find one at your local surplus or thrift store if you’re lucky – and Instructables user […]

If you don’t have an In-and-Out restaurant in your area, you may not be familiar with the iconic love of the chain and their “animal” […]

The Raspberry Pi is the best way to create your own little retro game console , but Hacker House has gone further by squeezing the […]

If you’re tired of people throwing doors open and closets slamming, you can make some cheap wall spacers and bumpers with a little hot glue. […]

Nothing spoils a good time outdoors like stupid insects. Citronella candles can help get rid of them, but store-bought candles can be ugly. If your […]

If you want to create a quiet recording environment without breaking your budget, you may need a stack of old towels. In this YouTube video […]

If you have an extra pretty decorative button (or find it at a thrift store or garage sale), you can turn it into a fashionable […]

If you have a herb garden in your kitchen, they are easy to grab when you want to add them to a dish or drink. […]

The big news about the Raspberry Pi 3 was built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi , but as it turned out, there was another set of new […]