T-Mobile Begins Downgrading "Network Abusers" Who Bypass Tethering Limits

Tethering has always beena sore subject with carriers. The company says that in some cases, these particular people were downloading up to 2 terabytes of data. T-Mobile says that the number of users who are breaking these rules is low. They also wont be charged extra. The move seems drastic, and its unclear if it will be applied more broadly in the future. The current tethering cap for unlimited plans is 7GB of data....

August 31, 2015 · 1 min · 104 words · Michael Shepherd

Teach Kids to Do Their Laundry With Dry Erase Marker Instructions

Writing clear instructions on your machines in dry erase marker will make it easy for them to learn. Kids learning to do their own laundry helps teach them responsibility and takes a load off of you. Combine this with something thatdecodes all of those complicated washing instructions on clothing, and youre all set. This would work great for washer and dryer units you have in rental spaces too. Special Care Instructions| Jessica Lahey viaParent Hacks

August 31, 2015 · 1 min · 75 words · Jessica Hill

The Best Browser Extensions that Protect Your Privacy

Do they all do the same thing? What should I really download? Instead, were going to dive into the tools available to keep your data safe. Dont worry, though. You dont need to download a ton of apps to keep yourself safe and your data close to pocket. Here are the best in each group. Update:A lot has changed since we first published this post. AdBlock Plus(Firefox/Chrome/Safari) blocks banner ads, pop-up ads, rollover ads, and more....

August 31, 2015 · 2 min · 398 words · Connie Wallace

There’s Nothing Special About Alkaline Water

Read more at the link below about why alkaline water is just a meaningless marketing gimmick. The Truth About Alkaline Water| Refinery29 Photo byDaniel Orth.

August 31, 2015 · 1 min · 25 words · Angela Harris

This Video Teaches You How to End a Conversation Gracefully

Everyone knows what its like to get trapped in a conversation. This video demonstrates several techniques to get out of it gracefully. There are plenty of other tips in the video, so check it out. How to End a Conversation| The Art of Manliness

August 31, 2015 · 1 min · 44 words · Brenda Marshall

Top 10 Ways to Boost Your Home Wi-Fi

Wireless internet is the most convenient thing since sliced bread…when it works. Check out the full list below, and see more of our 10th anniversary look back atlifehacker10.lifehacker.com.

August 31, 2015 · 1 min · 28 words · Edward Martinez

What Travel Destinations Weren't What You Expected?

Its not to say these places arent worth visiting; they just werent what you thought theyd be. This doesnt necessarily have to be a bad thing, either. Whatever the scenario, tell us: what travel destinations have you been to that werent what you expected?

August 31, 2015 · 1 min · 44 words · Sarah Jones

You Don't Have a Creative Block, You're Just Procrastinating

There arestrategies you could useto get the juices flowing. They all have one thing in common: they involve actually doing the work. According to author Jodi Picoult, its because writers block is just another name for procrastination. In every creative field, having ideas is hard. Youcant force inspiration, and trying to do so can be frustrating. You know that you should probably have an idea, but its just not coming to you....

August 31, 2015 · 2 min · 215 words · Mark Ramos

ClearLock Blocks Your Distracting Apps For a While

Android: Your phone would be a walking distraction machine if it were capable of walking. When you first use ClearLock, youll need to choose which apps you want to block. Once its set, ClearLock will block any attempt to launch them. You wont even be able to modify ClearLocks own parameters. The only way to circumvent the block is to reboot your phone entirely. ClearLock| Google Play Store viaReddit

August 30, 2015 · 1 min · 69 words · Heather Craig

Easily Upgrade Leftovers With a Simple Pan Sauce Recipe

A little reimagining can make leftovers pretty tasty. Heres a simple recipe for easily upgrading leftovers after youve heated them up. From there: Toss some aromatics into the pan: garlic cloves or rosemary, for example. If necessary, you might toss in some olive oil to get it going. Give it a few minutes. Add a splash of wine or juice: just enough to get it simmering. Add a cup of broth and reduce....

August 30, 2015 · 1 min · 110 words · James Gay

Five Best Universal Remote Controls

Picking a universal remote control is pretty tricky these days. This week, were looking at some of the best universal remotes, based on your nominations. Earlier in the week, we asked you to tell uswhich universal remotes you thought were the best. Some even let you use your smartphone or tablet as well. The Ultimate One also slimmed the whole thing down to a slightly smaller size. it’s possible for you to read morein this nomination thread,this one, orthis one....

August 30, 2015 · 1 min · 197 words · Diana Thomas

The Start to Finish Guide to Sharpening a Knife with a Whetstone

Theresno need to buy new extravagant knife setsevery time your blades start to dull. Instead, it’s possible for you to take care of the knives you have and prolong their lifespan. This video will show you how to keep them just as sharp as when you bought them. Fill a container with water, then soak the whetstone in it until it stops bubbling. How To Sharpen Your Knives| YouTube

August 30, 2015 · 1 min · 69 words · William Palmer

This DIY Audio Jack Key Holder Lets You Plug In Your Keys for Safe Keeping

Its easy to build, too. Hit the link below for way more photos and a full walkthrough. DIY Audio Jack Key HolderInstructables

August 30, 2015 · 1 min · 22 words · Carly Harris