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17 Things You Didn’t Know About Left-Handed People
Left-handed people, who account for roughly 10 percent of the world’s population, experience distinct challenges, benefits, and quirks of daily life that most right-handed people usually …
The perfect noodle recipe when it’s too hot for anything else
During the warmer months, our bodies certainly crave cold dishes that can be enjoyed alongside a juicy burger. While potato salad is always a crowd pleaser, …
Amazon Alexa can now wake up with music. Here’s how
“Alexa, wake me up before you go-go.” Amazon Alexa can add an alarm clock to her list of tricks, able to wake people up with music …
Adulting isn’t easy — but these 12 things can help
Millennials get a bad rap (full disclosure: I am one). In fact, we get dragged for a lot. We’re apparently ruining the housing market, living at …
How to play music in several rooms at once with Amazon Alexa
As we explained in our recent Alexa guide, there are several reasons why two Amazon Echo smart speakers are better than one. For this feature, we …
8 Ways the wealthy think differently
LeBron James is obviously a great basketball player, but it turns out he’s savvy about business and understands how to build wealth, too. For example, he’s …
The $2 secret to make your salads zing all season
The best summer meals make the most of fresh veggies and seem to always include a salad, whether starring as the main course with fresh greens, …
What ‘smart dust’ may mean for your home and health
Chips are meant to be thin and small — but rarely can they be sprayed from an aerosol can. Yet that’s exactly the size of new …
25 ways you can start saving money right now
It’s easy to say you want to save more money. It’s harder to know where exactly to start. But it’s easier than you think. Here are …
Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day with these adult variations
Root beer floats are delicious treats all by themselves, but with National Root Beer Float Day falling on a Monday this year, we thought that some …
Does good bacon have to be expensive bacon?
Written by: Jim Angelus
I’ve been cooking a ton of bacon professionally for nearly eight years. Actually, some months I do cook a literal ton of bacon. That’s a lot …
Installing automated smart blinds in your home: 5 options to consider
It’s one thing to have your lights, music, and television switch on with voice commands or the tap of a smartphone app, but to give your …
These 10 companies are racing to make the flying car a reality
Not long ago, the idea of traveling by flying car was pure science fiction. The Jetsons made the concept famous, but turning such a machine into …
Alexa Drop In: How to turn your Amazon Echo speakers into a home intercom system
You probably know how Amazon Echo’s microphone and speakers communicate with Alexa, the virtual assistant. But that same hardware — and the Echo’s always-on internet connection …
The most popular living U.S. Presidents
Written by: Michael Schreiber
These days presidential popularity is frequently in the news. President Trump’s numbers rise and fall (his overall popularity recently dipped below 40%, though his popularity among …
Amazon Echo Spot, Dot & Show: Here’s how they stack up
On Dec. 19, the latest member of the Amazon Echo smart speaker range goes on sale. Called the Echo Spot, the device has a circular 2.5-inch …
8 ways Google will supercharge your smart home with new Home and Assistant features
Google is about to make your smart home even more intelligent, with a whole range of updates set to hit Assistant, Android phones, and Google Home …
How to use Google Assistant to turn your TV on and off
As you will surely know by now, the Google Home and Home Mini smart speakers can do much more than play music, look up things on …
The simple thing that could destroy your credit
You’ve got your credit report, you’ve reviewed all your accounts, and you now know that nothing is amiss on your payment history. That’s it, right? You’re …
Protect your home with these smart security systems
As fun as smart home technology can be, there is a more serious side: Security systems. These can start off as simple as a single camera …
Half of US adults think smart home devices record their conversations
Almost half of smart home device owners believe their private conversations are being recorded so they can be sent targeted advertisements. This is the result of …
These 6 companies are making the self-driving truck a reality
It is easy to be distracted by the autonomous car industry as shiny, self-driving vehicles from Waymo, Tesla, GM, and others navigate without (much) human guidance. …
The must-visit farmers market in each state
As COVID-19 restrictions relax and summer approaches, more and more farmers markets are resuming normal or close-to-normal operations. If you’re ready to break out your canvas …
Amazon Echo 2 vs. Echo Plus: What’s the difference?
The Echo Plus is now the flagship of Amazon’s smart speaker range. The new device boasts a shiny silver finish, a larger design than the Echo …
11 summer getaways that don’t feel cheap (but are)
Traveling even short distances can be expensive during peak vacation months like July and August. But with creativity and planning, having a holiday on the cheap …
This 45-cent multi-cooker meal is delicious & nutritious
If you’re looking for cheap, but healthy meal options to toss into your Instant Pot and cook in under 30 minutes, we’re here for you. While …
The Amazon Echo starter kit: 6 Alexa devices to kickstart your smart home
The Amazon Echo and Echo Dot smart speakers are fun, useful and entertaining devices in their own right. They play music, answer questions, read the news, …
Having a hard week? Here, have some puppies
Written by: Michael Schreiber
In this, the golden age of digital media, few things have the power of the puppy when it comes to attracting eyeballs. One need only poke …
5 best places to shop for smart devices
If you’ve never bought a smart home device — or if you just don’t know where to look — the search can get pretty frustrating. You …
Best smart security camera options for renters
Home security cameras have been around for a long time, but the recent boom in the smart home market means they are simpler and smarter than …
