Top Downloads This Week
Every week we share the number of downloads for all platforms to help you get started. Here are the top downloads this week. AutoRemote lets […]
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Pancakes are great, but spring rolls can be even better. With a little prep work, you can make a batch of stuffed pancakes almost instantly. […]
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Finder windows in OS X are a little finicky. One time you open it and it will be tiny, another time it will be huge. […]
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DIY air conditioners, while a convenient alternative to conventional air conditioners, often look pretty ugly . However, with paint, a fan, and a bucket, you […]
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Fresh chili peppers are delicious, but when roasted they take on a whole new flavor that’s perfect for a variety of dishes. In this video, […]
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In Windows 10, many of the built-in apps (such as the calculator) are now “modern” apps. Other apps with a modern user interface (like Netflix) […]
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The whole point of vacation is to relax and relieve stress, but all too often you need a vacation after vacation to recover from free […]
Continue reading »Get a Boost in Creativity by Doing Something Mindless Like Cleaning
It is necessary to overcome the creative barrier or call a new “eureka”! moments? Try to step back and do something as pointless as cleaning. […]
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Making cocktails does not require advanced scientific knowledge, but it can help you make better cocktails. Bringing drinks to the ideal temperature and diluting them […]
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Not every garment needs to be washed after one wear. Creating a “clothes purgatory” zone in your closet or dresser can help you keep track […]
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Google Play is a pretty easy way to access all of your music. If you want to build a small, standalone machine to play this […]
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Few of us do not have any bad habits that we would like to give up: smoking, sweets, shopping, nail biting, porn, frequent phone or […]
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Organizing tools is tricky, and if you are a person like Adam Savage who has hundreds of tools, then you need a system. He tries […]
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iPhone: Google Maps for iPhone has been updated today with a handy new Night Mode feature, as well as the ability to mark places and […]
Continue reading »Develop Your Creativity With This Simple Word Exercise
According to Steve Jobs, creativity is just a connection . You might argue that this is not only the case, but a lot of it […]
Continue reading »Get More Out of Your Run by Planning Something Awesome at the End
Even if you love to run, it can sometimes be difficult to put on your shoes and walk out the door. Sweeten the deal by […]
Continue reading »Run in the Morning for a Better Chance of Getting High From the Runner
The euphoria you can sometimes get from running is a real bonus , but how can you get it so high more often? Runner’s World […]
Continue reading »Verizon Is Killing Subsidized Phones and Long-Term Contracts
Began to instinctively answer “I need a new phone” to “Well, when does your contract expire?” for the majority of people. However, this is where […]
Continue reading »All Rooms Compare Hotels to Alternatives Like Airbnb
We’ve praised hotel alternatives like Airbnb. But regular old hotels are still a good option. Before booking a potentially cheaper alternative for your trip, it’s […]
Continue reading »Most Viewed Posts This Week: Jul 31 – Aug 7
This week we continued our exploration of the nuances of Windows 10 privacy settings and Start menu settings, learned how to drink alcohol like adults, […]
Continue reading »Six Ways to Manipulate Your Financial Behavior
Habits, behaviors, and emotions play a big role in how you manage your money. If you want to change a habit, it can help you […]
Continue reading »How Lack of Confrontation Helped Me Back to Life
As a child, she received high marks for gentleness and good behavior. I was a “nice guy” who never gave a hassle or fidgeted. It […]
Continue reading »Create a Wooden Steadicam for GoPro or Smartphone
Get rid of wobbly videos and learn how to work with wood by building a homemade gimbal for your GoPro or smartphone. You will need […]
Continue reading »How to Exit the Windows 10 Start Menu
This is an incredibly elementary “advice”, but it drove me crazy all week. If you click Power from the Windows 10 Start menu, you will […]
Continue reading »Do You Have Written Roommate Rules?
Living with other people is not always easy, even if you are close friends. Establishing some ground rules, usually in writing, is common advice for […]
Continue reading »Perfectly Cook a Giant Steak With Four Empty Tuna Cans
There is nothing better than a juicy steak cooked over hot coals, but cooking a giant piece of meat to the perfect medium rare has […]
Continue reading »When Asking for a Raise, Be Prepared With a Contingency Plan.
Getting the courage to ask for a raise can be tricky. And if your boss refuses your request, you may be tempted to step back […]
Continue reading »If You Want to Learn a New Skill, Let Go of Your Pride First.
When you’re young, it’s easier to learn new skills. Part of the reason is that kids don’t have the same hesitation about looking inexperienced as […]
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When the debt collector calls, you know that you are likely to have a bad day. Perhaps your instinct is to ignore the call, but […]
Continue reading »Stagefright Detector Detects If Your Phone Is Vulnerable to Stagefright
Android: Last month, we received news of a particularly nasty Android vulnerability called Stagefright that affects almost all Android devices. If you want to know […]
Continue reading »Best Lessons From John Stewart’s Career
Last night, John Stewart turned off the lights for the last time on The Daily Show, where he and his co-workers created a machine that […]
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Despite the wide range of applications that you can install on your phone, you probably only use a few. This design allows you to place […]
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Bagels and cream cheese are a winning combination unless you get those bites that are mostly bagel and not enough cream cheese. With a little […]
Continue reading »Maintain the Ideal Temperature of Your Drink With a DIY Insulated Plastic Cup
Whether you’re drinking at a party, barbecue, or in the office break room, this simple plastic cup insulation trick can keep your drink at the […]
Continue reading »Get the Kids to Do Their Housework by Setting a Daily Routine
Housework is a great way to teach children responsibility, regardless of their age . By establishing a strict “once upon a time” work schedule, you […]
Continue reading »How to Use Simple Checklists to Improve Efficiency and Reduce Errors
When you have a strenuous job like a doctor or a pilot, you perform challenging tasks every day with very high success rates. How do […]
Continue reading »Write Text in Any Editor and Send It Anywhere With Keyboard Maestro
Keyboard Maestro is a powerful automation tool for Mac that can do just about anything. On MacStories, they show you how to use it so […]
Continue reading »CARROT Weather Appears on Mac and IOS App Receives Corresponding Improvements
Mac / iOS: CARROT Weather is a hilarious fun version of boring old weather forecasts that makes checking the weather a little more interesting. Today […]
Continue reading »Moodnotes Logs Your Mood and Thinking Habits to Aid in Self-Awareness
iPhone: We know journaling is a great way to increase self-awareness , but sometimes it’s tricky. Moodnotes is a new app that makes it easy […]
Continue reading »Develop Your JavaScript Skills With JavaScript the Good Parts Course
Like any other programming language, JavaScript has both good and bad parts. If you want to avoid the bad parts and learn some advanced coding […]
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