Top 10 Awesome MacGyver Tricks That Speak For Themselves

Today, as part of Lifehackers10th anniversary celebration, were revisiting 10 of our favorites. Check out the full list below, and see more of our 10th anniversary look back atlifehacker10.lifehacker.com.

August 17, 2015 · 1 min · 29 words · Alan Holland

Watch a Google Street View Video of Your Map Route

Googles street view option comes in handy pretty often. Software developer Brian Folts has the tool up on his site, and its easy and impressive. Folts also has some advanced options that make it fun to play around with. Give it a try for yourself at the link below. Google Maps Streetview Player| Brian Folts

August 17, 2015 · 1 min · 55 words · Cameron Zavala

What to Do When You Think a Friend Is Being Cheated On

Knowing about the infidelity of a friends significant other can be the most awkward situation ever. If you think (or know) your friend isbeing cheated on, here are some things to consider. ), but many people believe it isnt their place to tell. The problem is, doing the right thing can be handled poorly. Keep in mind that youre not a bad friend for carefully weighing all of your options here....

August 17, 2015 · 3 min · 613 words · Brad Long

Zenify Helps Improve Your Focus and Mindfulness

For some of us, this takes effort, and Zenify can help you work on it. People are often skeptical of mindfulness and meditation, writing it off as a touchy-feely, New Age principle. But theres a lot of evidence that suggests it has practical benefits. Wediscuss them in this article,where we also tell you how to get started with mindfulness. It sounds easy enough, but for many of us, it takes practice....

August 17, 2015 · 1 min · 162 words · Nathaniel Johnson

Easily Reorganize a Word Doc by Sorting Paragraphs by Number

Theres a simple way to do this in Word: number your paragraphs, then sort them by number. Before I knew it, an entire section of my paper would be disorganized. Your number will be left as you typed it. Your paragraphs are automatically rearranged in the order you assigned. Check out the full post for more detail. How to Easily Change the Order of Paragraphs in a Word Document|How-To Geek...

August 16, 2015 · 1 min · 74 words · Lee Clark

Five Best Bookshelf Speakers

A good pair of space-saving, budget-friendly, great-sounding speakers arent impossible to find. Their flexibility is their strongest suit. Thats an incredible price cut, but more than a few of you called it out. Others of you pointed out that theyre not exactly the most attractive speakers, but they do sound solid. you’re able to read morein its nomination thread here. Theyll set you back a measley$43 at Amazon. you might read morein its nomination thread here....

August 16, 2015 · 2 min · 239 words · David Drake

How to Automate Your Finances and Save Money, Explained in One Graphic

Personal finance is simple, but it isnt easy. But if youre more of a visual learner, this chart makes it simple. Youll be saving money in no time. How to Save Money| I Will Teach You To Be Rich viaHackerspace

August 16, 2015 · 1 min · 40 words · Pamela Thomas

Resolutionator for Mac Swaps Between Display Resolutions with a Shortcut

With Resolutionator, you could switch between display resolutions quickly on any display you have hooked up. Resolutionator($3) | Many Tricks viaMacStories

August 16, 2015 · 1 min · 21 words · Melissa Lee

Use Android Device Manager's Guest Mode to Find Your Friend's Phone

What happens when you actually lose your phone, though? The Android equipment Manager appallows you to quickly locate, lock, or wipe your other devices. Android gadget Manager| Google Play Store

August 16, 2015 · 1 min · 30 words · Brenda Gilbert

Why It's Best to Avoid Washing Wool Normally (and What to do Instead)

This video explains why shrinkage isnt the only problem you have to worry about. Its the fibers clinging together so tightly the wool appears to have shrunken down. The other big issue with washing your wool is your laundry detergent. Modern laundry detergents have enzymes that are specifically designed to break down other biological molecules. If its a blanket or scarf,a little fresh snow can do the trick as well....

August 16, 2015 · 1 min · 92 words · Scott Mcgee

Why the Way You Slice Meat Can Make a Huge Difference

You probably know that slicing meat against the grain makes sure its never chewy or difficult to eat. Americas Test Kitchen put that rule to the test, with some so-called tough and tender cuts of meat. Then they used aCT3 Texture Analyzerto measure how much force was required to bite into the meat. Science: How to Slice Steak| Cooks Illustrated

August 16, 2015 · 1 min · 60 words · Sarah Ferrell

Build a Leaning Desk System in One Weekend

This project maximizes storage space while also adding some modern leaning ladder style to the design. you’re able to customize it with shelves at different heights and at different sizes. Its an expensive looking desk system it’s possible for you to make yourself. Leaning Wall Ladder Desk| Ana White

August 15, 2015 · 1 min · 49 words · Chelsea Miles

Build Your Own Motion Control, Time-Lapse Photography Rig

Time lapse photography is great, and its certainly somethingweve seen DIY solutions for before. Over on Make, they show off another way to do it, using an Arduino. Build a Motion Control Rig for Time-Lapse Photography| Make

August 15, 2015 · 1 min · 37 words · Joe Long