RepairPal Estimates What Car Repairs Should Cost in Your Area

Figuring out the right price for a car repair can be tough. RepairPal gives you a starting point with an estimate on repairs. RepairPal Estimator| RepairPal viaThree Thrifty Guys

August 10, 2015 · 1 min · 29 words · Jeanette Jenkins

Rid Your Kitchen of Seafood Smells with This Aromatic Tea

(Fans and open windows only do so much.) Fill that thing up with water, bring to a boil, and simmer until the funky odors subside. The Quick Shortcut to a Better Smelling Kitchen| Epicurious Photo by Vincent-Lin.

August 10, 2015 · 1 min · 37 words · Monica Phillips

Stop Your Dog from Barking When You're Away with a Little Treat Training

When you leave, your dog wants to know everything is okay. The key here is immediacy - give the good thing, and then walk out the door immediately. For my dogs, this is a treat, and I walk out while theyre distracted with chewing. So the next time youre headed out, give your dog some positive reinforcement and make your way out. Other things like chew toys and turning the TV on for background noise might help as well....

August 10, 2015 · 1 min · 79 words · Kathleen Mcgee

The Dumb Things I've Caught Myself Doing After Moving to a New City

Unless youve moved to a city of doppelgangers, that wont workyoull be disappointed by everything. Ive found this out the hard way aftera few big moves. I found myself lamenting all kinds of things that I missed. I was closed-minded to new places, because they werent similar enough to my old, familiar ones. Obviously, this is silly. It doesnt do you any good to try and remake the past. So, I tried to expand my horizons a bit and enjoy my new experiences for what they are....

August 10, 2015 · 2 min · 302 words · Natalie Rasmussen

This Video Explains What Can (and Can't) Affect Your Metabolism

Your metabolism can be a blessing or a curse, depending on what it does to your body. Most of us treat our metabolism like a magic factor that cant be changed. However, this video explains what you’re able to do that can affect your metabolism. Spoiler: its still mostly diet and exercise. There are plenty of factors that can affect how your body processes food. Your age, body size, and body composition can all affect your metabolism in uncontrollable ways....

August 10, 2015 · 1 min · 149 words · Robert Charles

Use a Template for More Accurate Cuts with Your Router

Routers are amazing tools, but they are not forgiving. Make a design template and use that to create accurate and identical pieces, each time. Use a 1/4 piece of hardboard as your template. Trace your shape onto it and cut it using ajigsaw, orsmall circular sawwith very fine teeth. See the full demonstration in the video above. Pattern or Template Making with a Router| WoodWorkWeb (YouTube)

August 10, 2015 · 1 min · 66 words · Jack Wheeler

What to Look for in a Good Pair of Grill Tongs

Getting into grilling starts with the right equipment. They found that the best pair are theOXO Good Grip 16 inch Locking Tongs. Strength:Your tongs should have medium strength and heaviness. Grip:double-check your grill tongs can grip a variety of foods. The best ones had shallow, scalloped curves that made it easy to pick things up. Thoroughly play with your tongs before you put them into use so you know youve got the perfect pair....

August 10, 2015 · 1 min · 81 words · Jason Phillips

Windows 10 for the Raspberry Pi 2 and MinnowBoard Max Is Here

Instead, its meant for developers to make their own apps using Windows as a backbone. you’re free to download the full version of Windows 10 IoT Core over on Microsofts site. Windows 10 IoT Core| viaWindows Blog

August 10, 2015 · 1 min · 37 words · Angela George

Be More Interested In Conversations by Playing Detective

Sometimes it can be hard to muster interest. If you need a little motivation, turn it into a detective game. This just wastes time. The first key is to stop thinking of conversation as a tennis match. (He scored a point. Now I need to score a point.) However, a good detective would learn as much as possible without forcing the situation into a specific template. Chances are that the person youre talking to has something interesting in their life....

August 9, 2015 · 1 min · 113 words · Jacob Mills

Build Your Own Watch with a Pedometer, Temperature, Compass, and More

Smart watches are fine, but they really dont capture the DIY spirit. Over on Instructables, user benhur.gonvalves shows you how to build a smart little watch using an Arduino. Arduino Pedometer Watch, With Temperature, Altitude, and Compass| Instructables

August 9, 2015 · 1 min · 38 words · Jane Andrews

Bury Your Cooler in the Sand to Keep Food and Drinks Cool at the Beach

Keep your food and drinks cold a little longer by burying your cooler in the sand. Check out the original post over at the link below. A Smart and Simple Trick for Keeping Food Cool at the Beach| The Kitchn Photo bySwik0.

August 9, 2015 · 1 min · 42 words · Richard Jimenez

Five Best Portable Headphone Amplifiers

But if your favorite way of listening involves music on the go, its got to go with you. This week, were looking at portable headphone amps, based on your recommendations. Earlier in the weekwe asked you for the best portable headphone amps. If you want one, theyll set you back$129 at Amazon. Read morein its nomination thread here. you’re free to read morein this nomination threadorthis thread here. Its a little personalization (you’ve got the option to choose from 8 different tin options!...

August 9, 2015 · 2 min · 236 words · Ryan Houston

How to Get Rid of the OneDrive Icon in Windows 10's File Explorer

Like previous versions of Windows, File Explorer has a space-wasting OneDrive icon in the left sidebar. If you dont use OneDrive, you’re able to remove this icon with a simple registry tweak. Remember: this wont remove OneDrive from the system, itll just hide it from your File Explorer sidebar. Double-click onSystem.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTreechange its value from1to0. Log off or reboot your rig. When you open File Explorer, the OneDrive entry should be gone from the list....

August 9, 2015 · 1 min · 91 words · Nancy Smith