You Can Get Microsoft Office 2024 on Sale for $160 Right Now
You can purchase Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for PC or Mac for $159.97 right now (reg. $249) through November 3, although codes are […]
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I Teach Spinning and Want Everyone to Know These Rules of Group Fitness Etiquette
As a spin class instructor and longtime Peloton fan , I speak with some authority when I say that people with poor group fitness etiquette […]
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25 Cozy Holiday Movies Coming Before Christmas
Even though Mariah Carey is slowly defrosting, there’s another sure sign that the holidays are coming: The slow trickle of cute and cozy movies debuting […]
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My Favorite Apple Intelligence Feature Is Notification Management
iOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1 introduce a new focus mode called Interruption Reduction, which lets you use Apple Intelligence to reduce distractions without completely turning […]
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Arlo Pro 5S Spotlight Security Camera $400 Off
The Arlo Pro 5S Spotlight Security Camera (pack of three), now $249.99 down from the regular $649.99, has some impressive features that make it a […]
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The “portable” Soundboks 4 Speaker Is Overkill (in a Good Way)
It’s hard to justify spending nearly $1,000 on a massive speaker designed for an audience of 250 or more people. But if you can find […]
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Why Do You Cough When You Exercise in the Cold?
It’s great to go for a run on a clear autumn day. There is coolness in the air, a springy gait and – what is […]
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My Three Best Air Fryers of 2024
Buying an air fryer can be a worthy investment for your kitchen, but with so many to choose from, which one is best for you? […]
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You Can Now Search the Internet Using ChatGPT
OpenAI has an announcement for Halloween : ChatGPT search is now official. The company is finally launching an official competitor to artificial intelligence search engines […]
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Microsoft Has Again Delayed the Launch of the Return Feature in Copilot+
Update from 10/31/2024 : We’re now approaching the end of October, and Windows Insider testers still haven’t gotten access to Recall, Microsoft’s controversial feature that […]
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This IPhone App Sends Messages to Mastodon, Threads and Bluesky Simultaneously
Social media has gotten weird—well, weirder—since the death of Twitter . Those of us who left X were forced to find our friends on some […]
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Magazine Boxes Are the Best Economical Storage Solution
Growing up, I saw my mom use magazine boxes to store all sorts of non-magazine items in our home. It was a smart and economical […]
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What to Do If the Post Office Refuses to Deliver Your Mail
Even though we live in the 21st century and can send a message halfway around the world more or less instantly, we still rely on […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Roborock Q5 Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
Robot vacuum cleaners have tiers: the higher the price range, the less manual work you’ll have to do. Typically, for under $250 you get the […]
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Cook, Eat, Repeat Is a Great Cookbook for the Hungry Reader
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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Nintendo Makes Its Music Available Through a New App
If you want to listen to soundtracks from movies or TV shows, you can usually find them on streaming or buy the songs directly. This […]
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You Can Automatically Enable Voice Isolation for Calls on IPhone
For me, as someone who lives in a noisy city, voice isolation is an important feature during phone calls. If I don’t turn this feature […]
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15 Election-Themed Films Worth Watching Instead of Real Election Results
Next Tuesday is Election Day and, if things go as expected, the start of Election Month. On both sides of the political divide, the rhetoric […]
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You Can Get the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 With $200 Off Right Now
You can get the discounted Lenovo IdeaPad 5 right now for $649.99 (reg. $849). You can use the laptop in laptop mode with Windows 11 […]
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Why Declaring Your Neighborhood Historic Is a Bad Idea.
If you’ve ever returned to your childhood home after a long absence, you get a sense of how quickly Americans reinvent everything. Buildings that are […]
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How to Turn Off Apple Intelligence Notification Summary on Your IPhone
So you’ve finally received the Apple Intelligence update for iOS 18.1, completed the waitlist, and enabled the Notification Summary feature when you signed up. It’s […]
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You Can Get a Google Pixel Tablet Right Now for $80 Less
With an aluminum body and porcelain or walnut finish, the Google Pixel tablet looks good and is comfortable to hold while you’re lounging with a […]
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Google Just Announced a Bunch of New AI Features for Maps
Google Maps is one of those apps that essentially does everything I want: I enter a destination, it directs me to it, and then I […]
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Three Best Ways to Extend the Growing Season Into Fall
At this time of year, I prepare for autumn and winter by planting cabbage and garlic. But there is a small part of me that […]
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You Can Use the New Google Photos Web App to Automatically Back up From Your Laptop
When you think of Google Photos, the first things that probably come to mind are the mobile apps available for Android and iOS , but […]
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Kids Will Soon Be Able to Make One-Tap Payments on Android
You used to want to hide your credit card from your kids, but thanks to the advent of tap-to-pay and parental controls, you can now […]
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Why Strava Is a Privacy Risk for the President (and You, Too)
Strava is an extremely popular and very beautiful app for running and cycling. I chose this best running app despite its shortcomings . But it […]
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30 Incredibly Lazy Last Minute Halloween Costume Ideas
The time has come. You just Googled “last minute costume,” “low-effort costume,” and “laziest Halloween costume” and found me. I understand. You don’t have the […]
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Apple Has Discovered One of the “critical” Security Flaws in Chrome
Google released a new update for Chrome on Tuesday, updating it to version 130.0.6723.91/.92 for Windows and Mac and 130.0.6723.91 for Linux. When you install […]
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This Hidden Safari Feature Makes Web Browsing Much Faster
Using your computer will be much faster if you become a keyboard shortcut ninja instead of doing everything with a mouse or trackpad. Problem: Web […]
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It’s Time to Plant Leeks and Onions
Even on the coldest days of the year, I love being able to get out into the garden and grab some simple vegetables and herbs. […]
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The 2024 Sony Bravia Mini LED TV Is Now $400 Off
Not everyone can afford an OLED TV (even at a discount ), and that’s okay. But you don’t have to sacrifice quality by choosing a […]
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MacBook Pro Will Receive M4 Update (but Not MacBook Air)
The new 2024 MacBooks are finally here, although regular users may be a little disappointed. As expected, the MacBook Pro will receive a whole host […]
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Latest Medical Data Breach Leaves More Than 100 Million People Exposed
Data leaks and breaches are an unfortunate reality of modern life as they occur with relative frequency . The latest high-profile incident affected customers of […]
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I Tested Four AI Essay Writing Tools and Here’s What I Found
Writing essays can be tedious, tedious and difficult even for me, and I write all day for a living. If writing is not your specific […]
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Keeping Your Home Clean Is Easier With the Swipe and Swipe Method.
There are many methods you can follow when it comes time to get down to business and declutter your home, but if you want to […]
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How to Disable AI in IPhone Mail App
The Mail app on iPhone is not protected by Apple Intelligence. In fact, new AI features are enabled automatically once you update to the appropriate […]
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The IRobot Roomba Hybrid Vacuum and Mop Is $600 Off Right Now
The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ is currently available for $799, down from $1,399, making it a great option if you’re looking for a smart hybrid […]
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How to Quickly Find Saved Passwords in Google Chrome
Most browsers will now take care of the job of storing your internet login credentials, although you can use a good password manager if you […]
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Why You Should Videotape Your Exercises (and How to Do It Respectfully in the Gym)
I used to feel awkward and self-conscious pointing a camera at myself at the gym. My thoughts went something like this: I’m not a selfie-obsessed […]
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