We often write about productivity and, well, life hacks at Lifehacker; how to hack your space, your iPhone, your resumé and next job interview, even your dishwasher tablets to create more storage, more functionality, more opportunity, more cleanline…
Lees meerIt’s normal to feel a little uneasy or unsure about a new romantic interest or new friend. But if you find yourself overly concerned about being dumped and left behind by others, then you might have a fear of abandonment. Read more...
Lees meerJohn Cameron’s 2009 Avatar sits near the top of the list of the most expensive films ever made, but even higher on the list of the highest-grossing movies in history. As much as the movie’s cultural relevance is debated, there’s no question whatsoe…
Lees meerWhen it comes to coffee, there are essentially two types of people: Those who will grab a cup from any source that is convenient, and those who grind their own beans and own a cupping spoon. For those of us who fall closer to the “I’ll drink anythin…
Lees meerMessaging is supposed to be instant: You send a message, and the recipient reads it in seconds. They send you a reply, you know what’s up moments later. But if your messages send and receive as if by horseback, things start to get frustrating. That’…
Lees meerAs expected, we saw the official reveal of Android 13 at Google I/O 2022 this week, and surprisingly, quite a few hardware announcements, too. Because it was such a jam-packed event, though, Google brushed by many of the more minor features and upda…
Lees meerA few weeks ago, a video circulated around the internet of an unsuspecting Florida woman getting attacked by a goose in a crowded parking lot. According to a study from Utah State University, there were a reported 117 injuries from Canadian geese in…
Lees meerI did not learn knife care from my parents, and that is a good thing. Their preferred method of knife maintenance is simple: Buy a block of knives from a big box store and use them until they are dull, then buy a new block of knives from a big box s…
Lees meerWe’re heading into sunscreen season, and as we crack open those fresh bottles (or peel the wrapper off those spray cans) there are a bunch of myths about sunscreen that it’s time to leave behind. I’ll spoil the ending for you: Sunscreen works, and t…
Lees meerAndroid devices are packed with features that make your digital life easier to navigate, and one of the most helpful is the password manager.Read more...
Lees meerIn cooking, as in life, a bit of healthy competition can motivate people to show up, show out, and shine. Cook-offs, bake-offs, any kind of food-related “off”—framing a food-focused get together as a contest will get guests excited about contributin…
Lees meerApple often issues firmware updates for its entire AirPods line, including AirPods Pro, AirPods 2, AirPods 3, and AirPods Max. However, the company doesn’t make it clear how to actually update your AirPods, nor do they share what each firmware updat…
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Lees meerSome medical incidents are inextricably linked to the childhood experience: Kids throw up a lot for some reason, they skin their knees, they have their tonsils removed, and they get ear infections. Of course, these things can happen to grown-ups, to…
Lees meerRomantic dates might get all the attention, but maintaining adult friendships deserves just as much love. And with dating apps like Bumble leaning into friendship-specific offshoots, the idea of a “friend date” is becoming more and more appreciated.…
Lees meerYou can make your air conditioner more effective and efficient, you can make a DIY air conditioner, and you can cool your home without an air conditioner at all. But what can you do when you can’t fall asleep because it’s too dang hot? Read more...
Lees meerEating comes naturally to most of us humans, and our collective evolution as a global civilization has been shaped by what we can eat and how easily we can eat it. Food and its consumption have driven all sorts of technological and societal advances…
Lees meerWhen it comes to making decisions, are you the kind of person who immediately knows what they want, quickly decides, and rarely second guesses your choice? Or are you more of the “go to the bottomless pits of the internet to research every available…
Lees meerThe iPhone SE is designed to give you the essential iPhone features at an affordable cost. It’s Apple’s midrange smartphone, and it’s a good option for many users who don’t want to spend an arm and a leg on features they don’t need. While I’d be qui…
Lees meerSeafood has the reputation for being finicky, easy to overcook, and expensive, but that’s only partially true when it comes to shrimp. A bag of frozen shrimp is relatively cost effective, easy to prepare, and quick to cook. But what’s the best way t…
Lees meerFire pits are often considered an inviting part of outdoor spaces—but sometimes the smoke they create is less than inviting. Whether the lingering smell on your coat or in your hair is a nuisance, or you happen to be the person who always seems to b…
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