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January 27, 2022

Tip of the Day

Next time you rent anything (be it a car for the weekend or a new apartment) take advantage of your smartphone and do a video walkthrough so you have a record of the rental as you received it.

Happy Thursday! Contemplating your morning cup of coffee or tea? Here’s the inside scoop on which has more caffeine and why. And if your coffee feels a bit lackluster, it might be time to ditch the blade grinder.

If you’re looking for something new to add to your reading list in February, here are our top picks for the best new books coming out over the next month. One of the standout upcoming releases that caught my eye is The Nineties: A Book. Sometimes you live through a period without stopping to smell the historic roses, so to speak, so I think it’ll be a fun read.

And water cooler trivia? You know we have some. Speaking of books and literature, today is Lewis Carroll’s birthday (1832). The mathematician and novelist best known for his works Alice’s Adventure’s in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, was born appropriately enough, in the town of Daresbury, located in Cheshire, England.

– Jason

We’ve all purchased tons of items the manufacturer claims are “dishwasher safe.” However, what does it take to make something “safe” to go in the dishwasher, and why can’t some other items go in there at all? Read More »

Coffee and tea both have a way of jolting our energy levels when we need a little pick-me-up, but how much caffeine do each of these drinks provide? Does one of them have more than the other? Read More »

Blow-dryer/hairbrush combos have been having quite a moment, and it’s easy to see why. They make it possible to brush, dry, and style your hair simultaneously with one tool. What’s not to love? If you haven’t yet invested in one of these magical hair tools, we’ll help you choose the best one for your locks. Read More »

A flat iron is more than just a hair straightener—it de-frizzes, boosts silkiness, and takes you from curly to straight (or vice versa) in minutes.
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If you spend any time in your kitchen, you likely know how essential a trusty spatula can be for cooking your favorite meals.
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If you want the best tasting coffee at home that really captures the coffee house experience, you need to grind your own beans. Here’s what you need to know about coffee grinders and our top picks. Read More »

February is the month of amour, so why not fall in love with a brand-new book (or three)? There’s more than just romance on the new-release table, though. Sure, there are some heartwarming love stories coming out, but you’ll also find suspenseful thrillers, intriguing tales that make you think, and some nonfiction that attempts to answer some big questions. Read More »

Most of us have a favorite pillow or a set of sheets we particularly like. While it’d be great if we could keep them forever, unfortunately, they’ve got to be replaced at some point. Read More »

No one likes fighting through soap scum on their knees in the bathtub. As it turns out, though, you’ve already got the solution right in your pantry. Read More »

Most Le Creuset Dutch Oven owners use the cookware for, well, cooking. The brand, though, repurposed its iconic cast iron in an awesome way. Read More »

When it comes to national treasures, Dolly Parton certainly ranks pretty high. Now, you can bake a cake with the famed singer and philanthropist…kind of. Read More »

3D printers have transformed from an expensive curiosity to an affordable, useful, appliance. But if you’re thinking about getting your first 3D printer, there are some things you should keep in mind, like the different types of 3D printers, the accessories you’ll need to buy, maintenance, and more. Read More »

Charging Oculus Quest 2 headsets is as simple as plugging in a cable, but the controllers use removable AA batteries to provide power. This means there’s no direct way of recharging the controllers, but workarounds do exist if you need them. Read More »

Although Wi-Fi 6E still feels bleeding edge at the start of 2022, a demonstration of the upcoming Wi-Fi 7 standard showcased transfer speeds might make Ethernet cables obsolete. Let’s take a look at the proposed spec and what it promises. Read More »

Tesla recently released a neat video to its YouTube channel showing how impressive its massive HEPA-rated filters, combined with Bioweapon Defense Mode, are at filtering air and keeping the cabin air clean. Read More »

If you immediately close out of Wordle after finishing a game, then you’re doing it wrong. You should sit and admire your accomplishment—you found the word of the day in just a few guesses! And in our experience, there’s no better way to celebrate your Wordle score than building a virtual Wordle home. Read More »