How to Make Your Snail Mail Work More Like Email
Email isn't perfect
The 2-in-1 Measuring Jug Combines Small and Large Measurements in One
Why have two measuring cups when you just need one? The 2-in-1 Measuring Jug manages to handle both small and large amounts in one kitchen device so you don't have to dirty (or own) multiple.
Can you build your own laptop computer?
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Keep Fruits and Vegetables Fresh Longer with an Ethylene Gas Absorber
Lots of fruits and vegetables emit ethylene gas, and this can shorten the life of produce that absorbs it. You can avoid the problem somewhat by storing them separately, but an inexpensive ethylene gas absorber can extend the life of your fruits and veggies without the trouble.
Your Least Favorite Cellphone Carrier: AT&T
Last week was Evil Week, so instead of the best, we wanted the worst of something—specifically cellphone carriers. We asked you which are the worst
What I've Learned from 2 Years of Intermittent Fasting
Adopting a philosophy of self-experimentation can make a tremendous difference in your life. Choosing to experiment with new ideas can help you start a successful business. Choosing to experiment with sharing your work can launch your career as a writer or an artist. And choosing to experiment with different diets and workouts can help you discover a fitness and health strategy that works for you.
Set a Schedule Instead of a Deadline to Make a Habit Stick
Making habits stick for the long term is tough. Oftentimes, we set deadlines for when we want to reach a goal, but over on the iDoneThis blog, they point out that it's better to set up a schedule instead.
iPad Air Review: Bigger Gets So Much Better
It's hard to imagine that it's been only three years since the original iPad came out, since tablets were a part of our daily world. Sure there were tablet computers before, but there weren't tablets the way we know and use them today. And while the iPad changed personal computing forever, it has remained mostly…
The Best Things to Buy In November
The temperature's dropping and the holiday season is quickly approaching. If you want to get a jump on your holiday shopping, here are the best things to buy in November.
Nike+ Move Is a Battery-Efficient Pedometer and Tracker for the iPhone
iPhone (5S Only): The iPhone's new M7 processor automatically collects data about your movement in the background, and the new Nike+Move app is a way to track that movement without using up too much of your battery life.
Huge Discount on IPS TVs, DIY PC Starter Kit, Eye-Fi Card [Deals]
Today's best deal is a Panasonic 3D IPS Smart TV in 50" and 55" flavors. The smaller one's $749 price tag is the lowest we've ever seen, and well below its typical $1,300. Same goes for the $899 55", which usually sells for $1600.
What's Your Preferred Laptop Screen Size?
When it comes to picking the perfect laptop
Avoid Making These Hand Signals When Traveling Abroad
The chances of accidentally insulting someone is greater when you travel internationally, thanks to differing customs and ideas of etiquette. Even common hand gestures can signal the wrong thing.
How Can I Quit My Job on Short Notice Without Burning a Bridge?
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I just got a great new job but they want me to start yesterday. I don't want to mess up my relationship with my current employer, however, so how can I leave my job immediately without causing a huge mess?
Google Now Adds Reminders, Notifications, and Hands-Free Voice to iOS
iOS: Google has updated the Search app for iPhone and iPad today with helpful features in Google Now. In addition to new cards, Google Now will notify you when it's time to get going and remind you of stuff you have to do.
Teamviewer Beta Adds Wake-On-LAN and Two-Factor Authentication
Win/OS X/Linux: Teamviewer, one of our favorite online meeting
Wearable Computing: Is It Ready for Prime Time?
With all the hoopla over smartwatches, Google Glass, and wearable computing, you'd think the revolution had already happened. Still, the holiday shopping season is getting near. Should wearables be on your list?
Learn the Basics of Android KitKat with This Free eBook from Google
The Android Quick Start Guide, Android 4.4 (KitKat) eBook will get you up and running when (and if) your device gets KitKat (or if you're getting the features yourself ahead of time
Spotify for iOS has been updated with a few new features, including info about upcoming concerts and improved search that can instantly return playlists and user profiles. Read more here.
I Bought an Apartment Just to Rent It Out on Airbnb
In 2012 I bought an apartment specifically to rent out on airbnb. I've been managing it remotely for the past year. This post includes everything I learned as well as some revenue numbers.
Writing "Fragile" On a Package May Result in Worse Treatment
As you gear up to start shipping packages all across the country, you may be tempted to ensure your package gets special treatment by writing "Fragile" on the side. As one former UPS employee Sara Ohlms points out, this will do a world of nothing for your package at best.
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Swipe Home Button Replaces Physical Buttons with Gestures
Android: Nexus owners may be used to gestures from the virtual buttons, but if you own a device like the Galaxy S4 or HTC One, your physical buttons may be kind of limiting. Swipe Home Button brings the gesture powers back.
4 Dual-Income Families: How They Spend and Save
Households that have one “breadwinner” and one “homemaker” certainly still exist, but they are becoming increasingly rare. Between 1996 and 2006, the number of dual-income families in America increased 31%, according to the Department of Labor. In fact, among families with children, 59% have two working parents, 2012 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows. In other words, two adults bringing home the bacon is the new norm.
This Kitchen Cheat Sheet Has Weights, Measures, Cuts of Meat, and More
Whether you need to know the part of the cow the brisket comes from, how many grams are in an ounce, how long to steam an artichoke, or how long fish keeps in the freezer, this graphic can tell you. Dubbed the "ultimate kitchen cheat sheet," it's packed with conversions, butcher's charts, food safety info, and more.
Get Android KitKat's Keyboard On Your Current Jelly Bean Phone
Android: KitKat comes with a number of features you can get right now
6 Essential Tips for First-Time PC Builders
Building a computer is the best way to get the perfect machine for your needs
