This Deeper Connect Mini VPN Is On Sale for $200 Right Now Most VPNs come with monthly subscription plans, but if you want an all-in-one VPN solution without the recurring cost, the Mini Decentralized VPN is on sale for $198.99 right now (reg. $359). It uses a seven-layer enterprise-grade firewall, protects you from being tracked online, and offers features like ad... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-deeper-connect-mini-vpn-is-on-sale-for-200-right-1850888671?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/cbdf87798774175afee86bb64d1cef67.jpg
How to Sign Up for Amazon Prime Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are on the horizon, with sales taking place on Oct. 10 and Oct. 11. To have access to those Prime deals—as well as other Prime benefits like free delivery and streaming content via Amazon Music, Amazon Video, and Prime Gaming—you’ll need a Prime membership. Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-sign-up-for-amazon-prime-1850613497?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/cc5414138a886d036af9ae57c57a0f89.jpg
How to Know If You’re Addicted to Porn (and What to Do About It) There’s an important difference between looking at porn and being addicted to porn. A “porn addiction” involves an emotional dependence on pornography. Looking at porn can be a totally healthy form of sexual expression; it becomes an addiction when it begins to interfere with other parts of your daily life, like work…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-deal-with-a-porn-addiction-1850899123?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/13f0c7d4d10b62581beca0c392a5ec7b.jpg
How to Safely View a Solar Eclipse It’s a cruel irony: A solar eclipse begs to be seen, but looking at one can seriously damage your eyes. We hype these phenomena as visual spectacles, and then we must also resist looking at them with our naked eyes.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-safely-view-a-solar-eclipse-1847016020?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/c8333e53dc89414b9776af40c3ebcac9.jpg
These Are the Newest Updates to Pixel Buds Pro At Made by Google 2023, Google made some big announcements, from the refreshed Pixel 8 series to the brand new Pixel Watch 2. But that wasn’t all they announced: They also shared details about some great updates to the Pixel Buds Pro.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/these-are-the-newest-updates-to-pixel-buds-pro-1850897682?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/443c323ed61876a82722f944d901ecf4.png
The ‘Ring of Fire’ Eclipse and Other Solar Events to Watch in October This year, October is a big month for skywatchers: Excitement is largely centered on the “ring of fire” solar eclipse in the middle of the month, but there’s also plenty of activity with the moon, stars, and other planets to look forward to. These are a few of the major solar events to put on your... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-ring-of-fire-eclipse-and-other-solar-events-to-wa-1850898067?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/8ccedc29525ff280f8c2b7a76e5cface.jpg
Here's How Many Calories I Burned Riding an Ebike Vs. a Regular Bike I love ebikes—they introduce non-cyclists to the sport, they keep cars off the road, and most of all, ebiking is crazy fun. But is it actually exercise? If so, how much of a workout are you really getting on an assisted ride?Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/heres-how-many-calories-i-burned-riding-an-ebike-vs-a-1850897770?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/cf34f3a484d9fc3d8e9068dbd4e41e51.jpg
The Best Ways to Digitize Your Notes Hand-writing your notes is better for if you want to retain what you’ve learned, but it definitely has drawbacks. Hand-written notes aren’t searchable on your phone, and unlike your phone, your notebook probably won’t always be with you for a quick study session on the bus or train. That’s why, once you’ve written…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/best-ways-digitize-notes-1850896868?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/e3cb96d39cb020d564c8144d9854ffb3.jpg
Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, October 4, 2023 If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Wednesday, October 4, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for October 4, NYT Connections #115! Read on if you want some hints (and then the answer) to... #press https://lifehacker.com/nyt-connections-answer-today-october-4-2023-1850895117?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/3610fe0de044eb87df6933ce1daf6a9d.png
You Can Get Rosetta Stone and Microsoft Office Together for $200 You can get a lifetime subscription to both Rosetta Stone and Microsoft Office on sale for $199 right now. Rosetta Stone has beginner and intermediate lessons for 25 languages, including French, Italian, German, Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, and Filipino, and users can select one language at a time and switch... #press https://lifehacker.com/you-can-get-rosetta-stone-and-microsoft-office-together-1850878418?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/80ee9538511fb3d6310672426cb86b1e.png
Where to Stream the Georgia Vs. Kentucky Game This epic clash pits two powerhouses of the Southeastern Conference meeting in to-the-death combat. The undefeated Kentucky Wildcats, fresh from embarrassing the Florida Gators in week five, are traveling to Sanford Stadium in Georgia to take on the number one college team in the nation, the undefeated Georgia…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/where-to-stream-the-georgia-vs-kentucky-game-1850896734?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/1f7c13c2545b50c811ca80da2eda57c6.jpg
Avoid These Common Window-Cleaning Mistakes It’s not just you: Getting windows streak-free and crystal-clear is harder than it looks. Although it seems like a few spritzes of an all-purpose cleaner and a quick swipe of a paper towel should get the job done, in most cases, it takes more effort and different supplies. Of course, a lot depends on the size and…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/avoid-these-common-window-cleaning-mistakes-1850895198?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/3dd91edfe94bed315215322986efe761.jpg
These Four New Games Are Coming to Apple Arcade This Month In terms of value, it’s tough to beat Apple Arcade. The service costs $5 per month following a one-month free trial, or comes as part of an Apple One subscription. Heck, if you bought an Apple device recently, like an iPhone 15, you get three months of Apple Arcade free. But whether you’re rocking your free trial,... #press https://lifehacker.com/these-four-new-games-are-coming-to-apple-arcade-this-mo-1850896428?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/6c47aa6b2516616722ec1a0a39050523.png
This i7 Dell Inspiron 16 Laptop Is $320 Off Right Now If you’ve been looking for a new laptop capable of playing games and handling your day-to-day business, you might want to take advantage of the latest deal from Dell, only available for a limited time. It gets you a Dell Inspiron 16 with a 13th Gen Intel i7-1360P and an Nvidia RTX 2050 for $929.99, $320 off the retail…Read... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-i7-dell-inspiron-16-laptop-is-320-off-right-now-1850896343?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/08aef72daa5960c61dd0c5c7484bb372.jpg
The Fastest Way to Turn iPhone Live Photos Into a Video By now, Live Photos are an iPhone staple. And not only can you relive a little of the action occurring in your still photo, you can also turn Live Photos into Boomerangs for Instagram, or even looping GIFs and long-exposure shots. But there’s one more thing you can do with Live Photos you might not know about—convert…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/turn-live-photos-into-video-iphone-1850895845?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/4c973e499d4e56c027c0777ed20a4343.jpg
10 Bear Facts You Need for Fat Bear Week Fat Bear Week is upon us. On Oct. 4, 2023 (Fat Bear Tuesday), one of Katmai National Park’s over 2,000 Alaskan brown bears will be crowned the fattest of them all based on internet votes. So, in celebration of these ursine kings and queens, let’s enjoy some facts about bears large and small.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/10-bear-facts-you-need-for-fat-bear-week-1849627121?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/15ae716e82fac456bb612d66d5832b0e.jpg
These Latest Celebrity Deepfakes Show How Advanced Scams Have Become As long as the web has existed, this advice has rung true: “Don’t believe everything you see on the internet.” Whether it’s a personal blog, a tweet, a YouTube video, or a TikTok, anyone can say anything on here, and it’s tough to know whether or not they’re right (or even telling the truth).Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/these-latest-celebrity-deepfakes-show-how-advanced-scam-1850895311?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/a8f639a1aaea03c543ef7a32f09fc53a.png
How to Download Pictures and Videos From Threads on Your iPhone Meta’s Threads app, seemingly one of the most popular rivals to X (formerly known as Twitter), is full of interesting photos and videos. As with all social media platforms, Threads accounts post everything from cute cat videos, picturesque locations, or screen recordings showing you useful features on your phone.…Read... #press https://lifehacker.com/download-pictures-video-from-threads-iphone-1850895658?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/a0159520cca9e44980515f83328c6daf.jpg
5 Hidden Brave Browser Features You Should Use The Brave Browser is an excellent alternative to Chrome, sporting useful built-in features like an adblocker and anonymized Tor browsing. In my tests, it was almost as fast as Chrome, and, if you change some settings, you can make Brave even more private.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/brave-browser-best-hidden-features-1850895498?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/ead2efa22adb0e830776d5183c2b0d43.jpg
The FAFSA Will Be Delayed This Year If you’re looking to get a jump on your student loan application for next year, you’re going to have to wait: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) won’t open until sometime in December. Since 2016, the FAFSA for the upcoming academic year has opened on Oct. 1—however, the process is currently being…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-fafsa-will-be-delayed-this-year-1850895008?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/e1ab6895fbc81f044a82fcd086388e5a.jpg
If You Have a Secret Cell Phone, Turn It Off on Wednesday Your phone is about to get loud this week. Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/if-you-have-a-secret-cell-phone-turn-it-off-on-wednesd-1850895009?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/db5bb8d0ada578da345bd38dc9606466.jpg
The Best Early Deals on Robot Vacuums for Amazon’s ‘Big Deal Days’ Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days are around the corner, offering Prime members exclusive deals on October 10–11 on all kinds of products sold by Amazon. But like many Amazon sales, you won’t need to wait until then to get significant deals. For instance, Amazon has several iRobot vacuums up to 50% 0ff, available today... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-best-early-prime-day-deals-for-vacuums-1850562769?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/1153170a496c8acd704f2ffcf947a6ac.jpg
Your Phone Will Sound a Loud Alarm on Oct. 4 Get ready for a little chaos on Wednesday afternoon, because a test of the national Wireless Emergency Alerts will happen between 2:20 and 2:50 p.m. EDT. (That’s 11:20 to 11:50 a.m. on the West Coast.) If you have a burner phone that needs to stay hidden, or a baby who sleeps during that time, you may want to be…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/your-phone-will-sound-a-loud-alarm-on-oct-4-1850894829?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/b9241cd2a98798499de8e5f41e3d1a5a.jpg
20 of the Best Thrillers on Netflix You’d think we all have enough stress, but we still love those heart-pumping thrillers—whether they’re the quiet, suspenseful kind or the big action spectaculars. It might be simply that the things that get our hearts racing in real life are more often like “wow, look at this medical bill,” so a spy movie, a…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-best-thrillers-on-netflix-1850891960?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/85dab25f9282adeee440d589bfb97feb.jpg
This Epic Flight 4K Drone Is Under $90 Right Now The Epic Flight S89 is a beginner-friendly foldable quadcopter, and it’s on sale for 64% off right now—it’s $89.99 for a limited time. This compact drone takes about 45 minutes to fully charge and has a max flight time of 15 minutes on a full battery. It comes with two Lithium batteries, a remote, a screwdriver, a char…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-epic-flight-4k-drone-is-under-90-right-now-1850878261?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/451c3bc02ee03a4570a9bd94fcfd8b75.png
Is Amazon Prime Really Worth It? Amazon has announced that “Prime Big Deal Days,” a Prime-member-exclusive savings event, will run from Oct. 10 at 3 a.m. ET through Oct 11. “Member-exclusive” includes the millions of Amazon Prime users currently paying $14.99 per month or $139 per year for their membership.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/is-amazon-prime-really-worth-it-1850892083?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/4f90903a9da69502a0b423cdda4c179d.jpg
This Apple Watch Wireless Charger Keychain Is $19 Right Now This Apple Watch Wireless Charger Keychain is a compact charger compatible with every Apple Watch series, and you can get one of them on sale for $18.99 right now (reg. $49) or two of them for $38.99 (reg. $99). These wireless keychain chargers connect to your Apple Watch magnetically and have a 950mAh battery... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-apple-watch-wireless-charger-keychain-is-19-right-1850878081?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/55bb198538739802357032cf0bd84cca.png
Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, October 3, 2023 If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Tuesday, October 3, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for October 3, NYT Connections #114! Read on if you want some hints (and then the answer) to today’s…Read... #press https://lifehacker.com/nyt-connections-answer-today-october-3-2023-1850891515?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/8d0c4103f4378ead535639e781bab451.png
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 Isn’t Just For Fitness Enthusiasts The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is an exciting device, marketed as the Apple Watch for those looking for a excellent fitness tracker packed with health features. But maybe fitness isn’t your focus—maybe what you want is a top-of-the-line smartwatch that handles the basics well and includes a bunch of extra bells and whistles.…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/apple-watch-ultra-2-review-1850892815?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/291c5affb36a7d05530ded6a8c0e311f.jpg
The Unbreakable Rules of Running Track Etiquette Now that you know the local high school’s running track is (probably) available for you to use, you might want a few tips on how, exactly, to coexist with other runners when you use it. Here are the rules of running track etiquette that thou shalt not break.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/running-track-etiquette-1850893229?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/176a965a9e33b5e21015399a5d81b661.jpg
The 10 Best Exercises to Do With Tiny Dumbbells When you’re just starting to work out, small dumbbells are a godsend: You can do the same exercises as everyone else, but with less weight. When we get strong enough, we often leave those little dumbbells behind, and that’s a shame. There are actually a lot of worthwhile exercises that don’t require much in the way of…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/10-versatile-exercises-to-do-with-tiny-dumbbells-1849738072?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/1dce7d3a0d525a071ff83f4a1e8249b4.jpg
Amazon Prime Day Discounts Aren't As Big As They Seem Amazon is excellent at capitalism. The ubiquitous online retailer uses every psychological trick imaginable (and some we probably can’t imagine) to maximize its profits, and one of the most powerful tools in the company’s arsenal is controlling the price of products during sales like its Prime Day promotions. The next…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-check-a-product-s-price-history-on-amazon-1849158394?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/bbe2649044500d95fd0fe34cf54eb3f5.jpg
This Refurbished iPad Is $240 Right Now This refurbished 7th generation iPad is on sale for $237.99 right now (reg. $499). It’s from 2019 and can update to iPadOS 17, and it’s compatible with the first-generation Apple Pencil and smart keyboards (though they’re not included), and it features a 10.2-inch Retina display, 32GB of storage, Apple A10 chip with…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-refurbished-ipad-is-240-right-now-1850877949?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/ca1b4b450d46e070722e49a3c27449e4.png
How to Set Price Alerts for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days I hate to admit it, but I’m an impulse-buyer (with closets full of little electronic gadgets to prove it). Shopping events like Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days are bad for me. Even though I know Amazon is using all kinds of nefarious manipulation techniques to get me to buy things I don’t need, it still works—I even…Read... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-set-your-own-prices-for-amazon-prime-day-and-wh-1849158967?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/046d955a3b21046ce66acbcfa720b542.jpg
These Sales Are Target’s Answer to Prime Big Deal Days Amazon isn’t the only massive retailer offering a big sale in the beginning of October. Target’s own fall sale, Target Circle Week, is going down from October 1–7, and includes discounts on thousands of items for members of Target Circle (it’s free).Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/target-circle-week-deals-during-prime-day-1850892740?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/7b6067f5754a4bc75b7f76eb11cb4f04.png
This iOS 17 Setting Almost Revives 3D Touch on Your iPhone iOS 17 is full of interesting features and quality of life upgrades—some of them more obvious than others. While Apple will happily advertise features like Contact Posters, video messages in FaceTime, and StandBy mode, there are plenty of hidden features in iOS 17 as well. And there’s one such feature you simply have…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/speed-up-haptic-touch-ios-17-1850891591?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/0daae59723a2572ecbfb595e1e367343.jpg
How to Watch Google's Pixel 8 Event With Apple’s iPhone 15 event now old news, its time to turn to the next big-thing in smartphones: the Pixel. Google is gearing up to unveil the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, in addition to other hardware and software announcements, on Wednesday, Oct. 4. Here’s how you can watch along.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/stream-google-pixel-8-event-1850892543?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/0568054c56ca2e2d0ef51e0ed54eabf3.jpg
The Best Way to Get Your Kids to Actually Listen All the different parenting schools of thought (gentle parenting, attachment, etc.) tackle the age-old dilemma of how to get your kids to listen and follow your directions. Turns out, a simple language adjustment might be the key you need to turn a kid who defies into a kid who complies. Declarative language—using…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-best-way-to-get-your-kids-to-actually-listen-1850892285?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/169d95344fa1872058844134c8d8999d.jpg
You Can Use ‘SMART’ Goals for Studying Too If you work in the corporate world, you may have heard of so-called SMART goals, which help you work better with your team and be more productive. But the SMART system is helpful for all kinds of tasks outside the professional world too—including if you’re a student. Here’s are some tips for using SMART goals when…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/use-smart-goals-to-study-more-effectively-1850892313?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/502d86f58c8d9787c79965410046217f.jpg
You Can Get $30 Free to Spend During Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Amazon really wants to you to buy things during its Prime Big Deal Days. This year’s sale will take place October 10–11, and the mega-retailer is not only providing the illusion it is cutting prices on thousands of products (that you probably don’t need), it’s also offering free money (in the form of credits that... #press https://lifehacker.com/you-can-get-free-credits-to-spend-on-amazon-prime-day-1849157648?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/7db717253ab52484ceb91ba10120e9fa.jpg
These Blink Security Cameras Are Up to 60% Off Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days are around the corner, offering Prime members exclusive deals on tons of stuff Amazon sells on Oct. 10–11. But you don’t need to wait until then to get great deals. Amazon has single Blink security cameras and bundles for up to 60% off, available today.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/these-blink-security-cameras-are-up-to-60-off-1850892027?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/5a71f1d56fc0e5413a7886ca0518b3fd.jpg
Use This Checklist to Declutter Your Digital Life Your tech is probably a mess. Don’t take it personally; mine is, too. Your phone, computer, and cloud storage are likely full of stuff that’s bogging it all down, so let’s figure out exactly what needs to be weeded out and how often you need to do it. Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/use-this-checklist-to-declutter-your-digital-life-1850891990?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/95c33678549c6376e938e9511f197bd0.jpg
You Can Stop Your iPhone 15 Pro From Overheating Whether you recently purchased one or not, you might be aware the iPhone 15 Pro has an overheating issue. Between news outlets and social media posts, reports flooded in from 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max users complaining their brand new iPhones were almost too hot to touch.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/you-can-stop-your-iphone-15-pro-from-overheating-1850891798?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/dcd86d80cefabd7eb9fac421a6775848.png
This 6-in-1 inCharge X Max Charging Cable Is $19 Right Now This 6-in-1 inCharge X Max charging cable is capable of ultra-fast charging across Androids, iPhones, laptops, and almost any other portable device, and it’s on sale for $19.97 right now (reg. $39). It has all of the features of the basic inCharge X, but the X Max has a 5-foot cable made with braided copper wires,... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-6-in-1-incharge-x-max-charging-cable-is-19-right-1850872485?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/e8789e29c4a3be021fe16bfa297df409.png
The Best Study and Time Management Apps for College Students Being a college student is one of those “it takes a village”situations: Family members, friends, professors, and administrators can all help you along the way. But with the right suite of tools, your phone can also be one of your greatest allies when it comes to studying and scheduling. Here are some of the best…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/best-study-apps-for-college-students-1850888147?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/7a80b76697111632f8f4ea003b12e5f6.jpg
Why You Should Switch From Google Authenticator to iCloud Keychain Google Authenticator is an excellent solution for generating one-time passcodes for two-factor authentication. But while the app makes a lot of sense to use for many, if you’re locked into the Apple ecosystem, you’re better off using iCloud Keychain. And that’s true now more than ever, as Apple recently made... #press https://lifehacker.com/why-you-should-switch-from-google-authenticator-to-iclo-1850891304?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/85cd6cb5e78341e160714b743aee35e0.jpg
12 of the Best New Podcasts This Fall Fall is a busy time for new podcast releases, but there are a few that shouldn’t be missed. Within this list, we have family secrets; a reality GV-driven murder mystery; a sitcom for your ears starring a German techno DJ, thoughtful reflections on class and weight; never-before-seen information about who killed Biggie…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/12-of-the-best-new-podcasts-this-fall-1850889624?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/a25eec1d0847d46ef04d7e93dd9cb679.jpg
What People Are Getting Wrong This Week: NFL Misinformation We’re fully into the NFL’s 2023 and the biggest real controversy this season is a low-key debate about banning the QB sneak (either to protect quarterbacks or because the Philadelphia Eagles do it too well.) Meanwhile, there’s firestorm of imaginary controversy raging in the inboxes and Facebooks feeds of... #press https://lifehacker.com/what-people-are-getting-wrong-this-week-nfl-misinforma-1850888774?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/d3a0a1dd178676e4fbb5a86c912ded0a.jpg
This Refurbished 16GB Lenovo Tab 4 Is $75 Right Now This refurbished Lenovo Tab 4 is on sale now for $75 right now (reg. $180). It’s for 2017 and obviously doesn’t have the newest features, but it’s a decent refurbished tablet that could be good as a secondary device for traveling or for kids. The Tab 4 runs on a quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and Android 7.0 Nougat,…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-refurbished-16gb-lenovo-tab-4-is-75-right-now-1850867001?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/b187b5efbaae9abb6a86c5992710f9f5.png
How to Stop Being a Financial Procrastinator Do you chronically put off mundane financial tasks like tracking expenses, paying bills, and filing taxes? Does even checking your bank account balance fill you with dread? If so, you may be a financial procrastinator.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/are-you-a-financial-procrastinator-1850887300?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/a00ba1e07569f8b0faf19c5e51d26333.jpg
Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Monday, October 2, 2023 If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Monday, October 2, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for October 2, NYT Connections #113! Read on if you want some hints (and then the answer) to today’s…Read... #press https://lifehacker.com/nyt-connections-answer-today-october-2-2023-1850886791?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/8629f05b422809f7dc8118e10209b682.png
Approach a Potential Career Change As If You Were Designing a New Product Feeling unhappy and unfulfilled at work is one thing: Knowing what to do instead is something else completely. At this point, most people probably realize that there’s no such thing as a “dream job,” but that doesn’t necessarily mean that the only other option is sticking with a job you hate. The hard... #press https://lifehacker.com/approach-a-potential-career-change-as-if-you-were-desig-1850888017?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/f869f21ba4b6f088fd3d2f8cf4d38a25.jpg
Use This Renovation Calculator to Figure Out Which Home Upgrades Add the Most Value Unless you’re lucky enough to be working with an unlimited budget, it can be hard to determine which home renovations to prioritize. Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/use-this-renovation-calculator-to-figure-out-which-home-1850888023?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/0e1db16d79ee4e0ccecb4edec0e2ca88.jpg
You Should Clean Your Sink's Overflow Hole As its name suggests, a sink’s overflow hole gives water a place to go in the event that the drain is closed or blocked, and the faucet is left on. While the sink’s drain is located at the bottom of the basin, the overflow hole can be found along one of the sides, towards the top.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/you-should-clean-your-sinks-overflow-hole-1850888031?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/a2eeffc5c652a445faa9f3221bb6022a.jpg
Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Sunday, October 1, 2023 If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Sunday, October 1, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for October 1, NYT Connections #112! Read on if you want some hints (and then the answer) to today’s…Read... #press https://lifehacker.com/nyt-connections-answer-today-october-1-2023-1850886727?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/085217f9363d669e478ddf29e03018c6.png
The Most Clever Ways to Reuse an Old Pillow For the most part, pillows don’t last forever. Even if you wash them regularly, they can still flatten or lose their shape over time. On the other hand, you may have perfectly good pillows that you no longer need. Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-most-clever-ways-to-reuse-an-old-pillow-1850887855?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/ce2ed5aa74d87515c19943f1d8523a8b.jpg
How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen Cabinets Even if you keep your kitchen relatively clean—wiping down countertops and tables, vacuuming the floor, and keeping the sink area as tidy as possible—grease and grime from regular cooking is going to build up over time. This is especially the case when it comes to surfaces we don’t wipe down on a regular basis, like…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-deep-clean-your-kitchen-cabinets-1850887869?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/3e2d4d4ca033893ba351e63b8063b5fe.jpg
Add These 12 Killer Supersets to Your Next Workout Who doesn’t love a superset? Pairing two exercises saves time in your main workout, provided the routine allows. And if you’d like to do a quick bit of extra work at the end of the day, a superset is an efficient way to fit it in. So let’s look at a few perfect pairings you can add to your next workout. Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/12-killer-supersets-to-add-to-your-next-workout-1849986590?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/ed970a5330bfd0913bfbcc42091c58f7.jpg
There's a New Global Entry App for US Customs International travel is about to get a little easier for the more than 12 million members of U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Global Entry program. Earlier this month, GBP announced the launch of a new mobile app which would allow Global Entry members to complete their arrival processing on their phone…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/theres-a-new-global-entry-app-for-us-customs-1850887880?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/2e14acc683d03a891c5d5230f6a8295a.jpg
Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, September 30, 2023 If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Saturday, September 30, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for September 30, NYT Connections #111! Read on if you want some hints (and then the answer)... #press https://lifehacker.com/nyt-connections-answer-today-september-30-2023-1850886122?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/973a8560d5adca175abe854747e3ee79.png
Spotify Can Now Transcribe Podcasts While You Listen If you want to listen to a podcast on your commute, but forgot your headphones, you’re out of luck. Or, at least, you used to be: Spotify is rolling out a new feature that auto-generates and syncs podcast transcriptions with “millions” of episodes, so you can read along as you listen, or stay tuned in without the…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/spotify-can-now-transcribe-podcasts-while-you-listen-1850887011?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/5574f6dadba0ff8aa0e7d959d74843a7.png
How to Choose Between the Meta Quest 2, Apple Vision Pro, and Vive Pro 2 Consumers hoping to take their first steps into virtual reality (or upgrade their current VR setup) are facing a dilemma: Buy a standalone system like the Meta Quest 3 when it goes on sale Oct. 10, wait for the Apple Vision Pro planned for release in 2024, or go with an already available wired VR rig like the... #press https://lifehacker.com/meta-quest-3-vc-apple-vision-pro-vs-vive-pro-2-1850887857?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/ab8ad70b474628c83d92062e02a4d0ff.png
This 'All-in-one' JBL Soundbar Is $81 Right Now You’re not alone if you’ve felt dialogue in movies and shows has gotten worse over the years. One easy solution (besides turning on the subtitles) is upgrading your sound system. The JBL Bar 2.0 All-in-one Soundbar is currently $81.81 (originally $199.95) once an automatic (temporary) discount is applied at checkout. S…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-all-in-one-jbl-soundbar-is-81-right-now-1850888300?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/ac82703fb41e771ba250f67d49566eee.jpg
Why It’s Still Worth It to Wire Your House for Ethernet We’re living in an increasingly wireless world, as everything from the power that charges your devices to the audio that pops into your earbuds is transmitted wirelessly—including arguably the most precious resource of the modern era, the internet. There are so many advantages to accessing the internet via wifi that…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/is-ethernet-still-worth-it-1850887111?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/c88ed165fb7cfc58530dcbc7113cb856.jpg
The iPhone 15 Pro Max Is Apple’s Most Boring Phone Yet There’s nothing innately special about the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Sure, it’s the latest and greatest smartphone from Apple, and it finally brings USB-C to the iPhone—yet aside from a few small additions, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is unequivocally boring. But that’s not a bad thing.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/iphone-15-pro-max-review-1850887664?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/06008c2c14c04a1447fa2f11b34d9b96.jpg
12 of the Best Exercises to Do With Resistance Bands at the Gym Resistance bands are a favorite of travelers and home-gym-havers because they can fold up into a small, light, easily transportable package. But even when you have access to a full gym, there are still a ton of exercises where resistance bands are the right tool for the job. Here are some of the best band moves... #press https://lifehacker.com/12-of-the-best-exercises-to-do-with-resistance-bands-at-1849658908?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/f4379c05733fba6b6ba70a19f212e624.jpg
Everything You Need to Know About the Fitbit Charge 6 One of Fitbit’s most popular models, the Charge, has a new version out: the Charge 6. It has Google Maps, Google Wallet, and YouTube Music controls built in, along with heart rate sensing that the company says is its most accurate to date. You can preorder it now for $159.95, only about $10 more than the Charge 5’s…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/fitbit-charge-6-review-1850887582?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/3a051b8c764bd88a0e15765a3004a15a.jpg
Six Sinks, Ranked by How Easy They Are to Install Yourself If you need to upgrade a sink, choosing the right one can seem daunting. If you plan to do the work yourself, considerations like mounting style, depth, and the type of countertop you have can factor into how simple it is to swap out your old sink for a new one. Here’s a handy guide, from simplest to most complicated…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/easiest-sinks-install-1850884571?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/f646aaa9f90954c8838f38cafe94a917.jpg
You Can Finally Preorder Raspberry Pi 5 From the beginning, Raspberry Pi’s mission has been to offer capable computers to beginners and experts alike, at a remarkably affordable price. That doesn’t change with the company’s latest device. Yes, after years of processor shortages and supply chain disruption, the Raspberry 5 is nearly here, and you can…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-preorder-raspberry-pi-5-1850887192?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/fcc07477e052e8498568de0f38b66afa.jpg
Every Thanksgiving Recipe You Can Microwave (and Those You Can't) Choreographing a lavish Thanksgiving meal is a high-pressure project to say the least, and when you’re juggling a dozen-odd dishes, every square inch of stove and oven space is precious real estate. A microwave oven can streamline even the most ambitious prep schedule, as long as you make good choices—some... #press https://lifehacker.com/everything-you-can-and-cannot-microwave-on-thanksgiving-1830572421?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/ed9836c0ce25796b5d949a4bc0387f09.jpg
You Can Actually Trigger Two Shortcuts With the iPhone 15 Pro’s Action Button The iPhone 15 Pro’s Action Button is a game-changer. With it, you can quickly launch features like the camera and flashlight, or, if you’re really creative, a host of useful shortcuts and automations. But what’s better than assigning one shortcut to the Action Button? Assigning two shortcuts to the Action... #press https://lifehacker.com/two-shortcuts-iphone-15-pro-action-button-1850886176?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/b22ed20d2d3ffc1e428abc405cbd9fdb.png
This Three-camera Blink Bundle Is 58% Off Right Now Until the end of the day on Sunday, Oct. 1, Amazon Prime members can get a 58% discount on a three-camera Blink bundle, currently going for $99.99 (down from its $239.98 list price). This is the lowest price this bundle has been, according to Camelcamelcamel’s price history.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-three-camera-blink-bundle-is-58-off-right-now-1850887133?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/bc0a704ffe8e8451f4e3f36a3042183d.jpg
Cling to That Summer Feeling With This Lemon Stick 'Drink' Summer ended abruptly this year. One minute, I was sweating profusely, hiding from the sun indoors, and the next thing I knew, I was bundling myself in blankets, hiding from the rain indoors. I wasn’t done with summer, but summer was done with me. As a result, I’ve found myself clinging to sunny-weather things,... #press https://lifehacker.com/cling-to-that-summer-feeling-with-this-lemon-stick-drin-1850887254?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/a695890298f2e3ee7711ae0886fcf4d4.jpg
Back Up Your Xbox Screenshots and Videos Before Microsoft Deletes Them All Microsoft won’t let you permanently store your game clips and screenshots on the Xbox Network anymore. In a blog post, the company has announced it’ll start deleting all of these game captures 90 days after you upload them. If you’re as emotionally attached to your “play of the game” moments as I am,... #press https://lifehacker.com/back-up-your-xbox-screenshots-and-videos-before-microso-1850886074?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/791ad2b4fe1274bc38bf122acb90a1e0.jpg
These Are the Signs of Poor Interoception in Kids Interoception is the ability to recognize internal bodily signals, such as feeling hot or cold, hungry or thirsty. In the same way that the nerves in our muscles and joints will send signals to our brain, letting it know where we are in physical space, the nerves in our organs will also send signals about how full our…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/these-are-the-signs-of-poor-interoception-in-kids-1850884972?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/0d1a0ca92cb15061b7fbcea3d15d41b6.jpg
Use 'Think, Pair, Share' for Effective Group Studying There are a few effective methods that will help you study with partners or groups, but you have to know them before you get into that group setting—or else run the risk of no one getting much working done. I’m not a huge proponent of group work, but with the right methods, it can be productive. Here’s another method…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/use-think-pair-share-for-effective-group-studying-1850885376?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/c10c2971e06f7ae0b5949163924a6c88.jpg
Use Inquiry-Based Learning to Stay Curious About What You’re Studying Teachers use a variety of methods to help students learn and retain material and we can find ways to modify those methods for independent studying, too. A great example of a widely-used pedagogical technique that is useful for studying with on your own is inquiry-based learning.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/use-inquiry-based-learning-to-stay-curious-about-what-y-1850885326?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/8a092b28e4236dcbbeb9561c8db3ea2f.jpg
The 25 Best Science Fiction and Fantasy Movies on Netflix We use the umbrella term “science fiction and fantasy” all the time—but, in truth, these are twin genres that each contain multitudes. An SFF movie might be a big, loud, alien invasion blockbuster; a bloody sword-and-sorcery epic; or a quiet, reflective fable. What these movies all have in common is the imagination... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-best-science-fiction-and-fantasy-movies-on-netflix-1850881836?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/8899aee418dacbda202d98ec9ff0d59b.jpg
Fall Is the Perfect Time to Repair the Mortar on Your Walkways As the weather starts to change, cracks in stone and paver walkways can begin to be more of a problem. Moisture can work its way into any cracks in the mortar and when it freezes, it will expand, widening the cracks and potentially destabilizing the walkway. Before temperatures get below freezing on a regular... #press https://lifehacker.com/fall-is-the-perfect-time-to-repair-the-mortar-on-your-w-1850884311?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/0a52e6003646d548a11b77ace8c53cdb.jpg
This Air Fried Key Lime Pie Is So Easy, It Feels Like Cheating Air fried key lime pie is a cheater’s pie if I ever saw one. It doesn’t contain any true key limes, just your average, run of the mill, bottled lime juice. The batter is made in a food processor, and it bakes up in 10 minutes or less with the help of the air fryer. Is this even a baking project? Who can say? What... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-air-fried-key-lime-pie-is-so-easy-it-feels-like-c-1850871411?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/2b359263fdc7a8857daa2aae9aaf8378.jpg
Where to Stream the Tennessee Vs. South Carolina Game The South Carolina Gamecocks are traveling to Knoxville this week to take on the Tennessee Volunteers in a primetime grudge match. There’s history between these squads: Last season, a Gamecock victory kept Tennessee from the championship, so the Volunteers are out for vengeance. Here’s how you can watch the action.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/where-to-stream-the-tennessee-vs-south-carolina-game-1850884935?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/3045396054f5d544334da11800325be7.jpg
Refurbished Apple Watches Are As Cheap As $70 on Woot Today Even if you’re in the market for an Apple Watch, you may not be able (or willing) to shell out $400 for the newest Apple Watch Series 9. Fortunately, there are pretty great deals to be had on older Apple Watch models, if you’re willing to make some compromises on features. Right now, Woot is selling... #press https://lifehacker.com/refurbished-apple-watches-are-as-cheap-as-70-on-woot-t-1850884670?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/1209a40623da7f93cf35f5d4196a2f79.jpg
The Best Ways to Streamline Your Grocery Shopping and Save Money You’re standing in the middle of the aisle at the grocery store, holding a box of pasta, desperately wracking your brain: Do I already have this in my pantry?With inflation making all our lives increasingly expensive, one of the few things still in your control is how you shop. To avoid unnecessary... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-best-ways-to-streamline-your-grocery-shopping-and-s-1850883509?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/4a44bc79a095cca76dfe6596aed4c014.jpg
Try Playing NYT Connections on Paper When you’re playing the New York Times’s Connections game, it’s important not to submit your guesses too soon. You may think that you’ve spotted four candies, or four things found on trees, but the game is trying to trick you. One of those candies may be an ambiguous word, like SUCKER, that belongs in a different…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/try-playing-nyt-connections-on-paper-1850883755?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/0bc1dcd39544ecb7d5700a680eb96b18.jpg
Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for September 29, 2023 If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Friday, September 29, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for September 29, NYT Connections #110! Scroll down if you want some hints (and then the answer) to…Read... #press https://lifehacker.com/nyt-connections-answer-today-september-29-2023-1850881958?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/99de346d4fdfcd4a0267deaf1bf5c35f.png
Where to Stream the Iowa State Vs. Oklahoma Game This Saturday, the Iowa State Cyclones travel to Norman, Okla. to take on the undefeated Oklahoma Sooners in a Big 12 matchup. Both teams are coming off victories: Iowa State thrashed Oklahoma State last week, earning a 34-27 victory at home, and Oklahoma destroyed Cincinnati 20-6 in an away game. While OK’s…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/where-to-stream-the-iowa-state-vs-oklahoma-game-1850884575?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/748965645ae475660d0f47fb2edd9e04.jpg
You Can Try Copilot, Windows 11’s New AI Assistant, Right Now One week after its initial announcement, Microsoft has released its big Copilot update for Windows 11. Now, this isn’t the major Windows 11 update that everyone is waiting on—that’s coming later this year—but it does give us a good look at how Microsoft is incorporating AI-based tools into Windows.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/you-can-try-copilot-windows-11-s-new-ai-assistant-rig-1850884313?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/9cde7affefbd18c8c6005ee6e1d11215.jpg
Check If You Qualify for One of These Student Loan Grants Student loan bills are due once again after a pandemic hiatus (yes, even if the government shuts down). The Biden administration’s Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan allows many borrowers to lower their monthly payments—some all the way to $0—but some people may also qualify for grants or loan... #press https://lifehacker.com/check-if-you-qualify-for-one-of-these-student-loan-gran-1850882286?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/eb7a1c4c6fa7c8e0771d0efa0354628b.jpg
You Can Get an Amazon Echo Pop and a Month of Amazon Music Unlimited for $15 Right Now Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days are coming Oct. 10–11, offering Prime members exclusive deals on tons of stuff Amazon sells. But some of Amazon’s in-house tech products are already seeing discounts comparable to Prime Day. For example, the Echo Pop, Amazon’s newest and cheapest Alexa-enabled... #press https://lifehacker.com/you-can-get-an-amazon-echo-pop-and-a-month-of-amazon-mu-1850883447?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/62d1ae12cbad6b09dfd9e149dea32294.jpg
How to Make Turkey Gravy Without Pan Drippings There is a certain (I think) overly romantic expectation that a good turkey gravy must be made from pan drippings, and whisked together just moments before the Big Meal is put on the table. To this I say, “No thank you,” particularly when gravy can be made hours, days, or even weeks ahead of time, without any pan…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-make-turkey-gravy-without-pan-drippings-1830415802?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/8dbab0f0602df387cde4b90b295a4819.jpg
The Three Best Kitchen Countertops to Install Yourself If you’re considering a kitchen remodel, or you just need to replace your worn-out countertops, finding the right type of countertop might seem daunting. With costs for materials seemingly ever-increasing, staying on budget is a challenge. Finding a DIY solution can be a great way to save money on your countertop…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-best-kitchen-countertops-to-install-yourself-1850880923?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/67882637fbde3b38aa5229139eecb2bb.jpg
How to Rejuvenate the Soil in Your Raised Garden Beds It’s the end of the season, and we’re all starting to tuck in our garden beds for winter. The soil in your raised garden bed has worked hard all season to impart nutrients to your vegetables and flowers, which leaves the soil depleted. The long winter sleep is a great time to let your soil build back up the supply of…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-rejuvenate-soil-in-raised-garden-beds-1850882749?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/2f4636becfe0b343e26c27eb8fb053a2.jpg
You Can Finally Use iCloud Keychain in Google Chrome There’s a lot to love about Safari, but Google rules so much of the internet that using Chrome is sometimes a necessity. I can live with that, but what always frustrated me was the lack of iCloud Keychain compatibility. If I sign into an account in Safari, I can auto-fill passwords and 2FA codes with Touch ID every…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/you-can-finally-use-icloud-keychain-in-google-chrome-1850883588?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/9e1ce1c39d2fda4fcbf4191028de549a.jpg
Where to Stream the Oregon Vs. Stanford Game The Stanford Cardinal and Oregon Ducks are facing off this weekend at Stanford in a lopsided Pac-12 matchup. The Ducks are undefeated this season and are heavy favorites to win—the spread is 17.5 points in Oregon’s favor.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/where-to-stream-the-oregon-vs-stanford-game-1850883655?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/57c12290cdc50031b416532e5ae57ed3.jpg
Where to Stream the Penn State Vs. Northwestern Game This Saturday, Penn State is defending its nine-game winning streak when the team travels to Illinois to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in a Big Ten Conference game. Penn State is coming off a shutout victory against the Iowa Hawkeyes, scoring 31 unanswered points in a lopsided week-4 win. Northwestern is even at…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/where-to-stream-the-penn-state-vs-northwestern-game-1850882748?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/f513e7f3324bbdbbc29195bfb2d6f8f6.jpg
All the ‘Single-Use’ Household Items You Should Be Re-Using Part of being an adult is feeling the constant need to replenish basic household supplies. One way to combat this loop is to be more mindful about recycling and re-purposing your stuff. But you can go one step further—there are many things we tend to treat as “single-use” that can, in fact, be used more than... #press https://lifehacker.com/all-the-single-use-household-items-you-should-be-re-u-1850883065?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/1aea81cb0a4c2bf83388500c0b5b88ce.jpg
This Ring Doorbell and Floodlight Camera Bundle Is 40% Off Right Now Amazon announced Prime Big Deal Days on October 10 and 11, during which Prime members can save on many products. But if you don’t feel like waiting, then you’ll appreciate Amazon’s deal on the Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 and Ring Floodlight Camera bundle, currently going for 40% 0ff. The wired security camera... #press https://lifehacker.com/this-ring-doorbell-and-floodlight-camera-bundle-is-40-1850882729?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/633157bfb34851c585bb17437c8baceb.jpg
How to Manage Your Catastrophic Thinking Catastrophic thinking can be extraordinarily hard to cope with. Whether it’s dealing with fears about your physical safety, the uncertainty of personal relationships, or the prospect of financial troubles, life can quickly feel far too big and out of control—while the worst-case scenarios, such as injury, financial…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/how-to-manage-your-catastrophic-thinking-1850880206?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/fc9b28e8c778c7b97725480a60d02f6f.jpg
The Best Exercise Modifications to Try If You Have Sore Wrists Getting injured is always frustrating for a number of reasons, including the fact that you can’t participate in your normal day-to-day activities, like working out. Recently I suffered a sprained wrist, and although it was pretty minor as injuries go, it did hamper my regular exercise routine. No longer was I... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-best-exercise-modifications-to-try-if-you-have-sore-1850881098?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/8a31a41ef6911e59269eaf044c2a5f37.jpg
There's an iOS 17.1 Already If it feels like iOS 17 just launched, that’s because it did. Apple released the latest big iPhone update on Monday, September 18, introducing a series of new features and changes we’ve been digging into ever since. However, it’s already time for another update—or, at least, time to test it.Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/theres-an-ios-17-1-already-1850882032?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/bd88d7da02f05ec230d9ecdc2899814a.jpg
Meross Makes the Best Smart Plugs “Smart” applianced allow you to develop automations to make your life more efficient, create accessibility for those who need it, and make pedestrian tasks like doing laundry kind of fun. But what happens when you want to automate something that isn’t smart? For this, you need a simple smart plug—a small device you…Read more... #press https://lifehacker.com/meross-makes-the-best-smart-plugs-1850879264?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/60f0a72b6143d2d11d21e61d45e72e5f.jpg
The Best Gadgets to Make Parenting Little Kids so Much Easier We live in an age where we can put computers in our pockets, pull up any movie we want to see on our TV, and drive a car that runs on electricity—we certainly should be able to make the job of parenting a little easier with technology or other gadgets. And with every passing year, more practical and... #press https://lifehacker.com/the-best-gadgets-to-make-parenting-little-kids-so-much-1850879745?utm_source=press.coop https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/a4398f62828cf67eb351c4b912617efe.jpg
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