Vox takes the simple, minimalist approach of the Mac app and applies it to the iPhone version. That said, you might still do a lot with it. It also has a ton of equalizer tweaks to tweak your music. The company behind Vox is launching the iPhone app alongside a new music locker service calledLOOP. LOOP works a lot like Google Play or iTunes Match. In our tests, it worked great and songs would start streaming right away....
We often assume that creativity is something only artists need. In a talk given at TEDx in Mississippi, Kermit explains how creativity affects every aspect of everyday life. Everyone fromjanitorstoscientistscan use a creative boost to make their lives a little better. Creativity isnt limited to painting orplaying music. For instance, I mean think about it. Whats happening right now? Youre all sitting here listening to me, a talking amphibian. That alone is a rather radical act of creativity....
The convenience of getting student loan payouts deposited on a co-branded debit card/student ID is enticing. These messages will often be mailed on college letterhead and strongly steer students toward their cards. Student Bank Accounts Often Loaded with High Overdraft Fees| Center for Responsible Lending viaCredit.com Photo byfrankieleon.
But which is the better investment vehicle for you? (Active trading, however,isnt for most investors.) Wise Bread listed 8 such benefits. Contrast this to many mutual funds that have minimum investment requirements into the tens of thousands of dollars. 8 Ways ETFs Can Put More Money in Your Pocket Than Mutual Funds| Wise Bread Photo byGotCredit.
When it comes to building better habits, small changes set the stage for much larger ones. If youre doing nothing, doingsomethingis the first important step towards living a happier, healthier life. While theres no guarantee itll be worth it for you, its at least worthtrying. When Youre Getting Started: Motivation is important, and little things help build it. We mentioned this when we explainedhow to get into an exercise routine youll actually stick to....
Most of us have taken the Myers-Briggs personality test at some point in our lives. The test that gives you a simple, four-letter acronym to sum up your personality. More problematic, though, is that it classifies personalities by a binary preference for a particular trait. Such a man would be in the lunatic asylum. We often see that this is the casewhen we talk about introverts and extroverts. However, when it comes to the Myers-Briggs test, we tend to give it a pass....
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Are your me time activities a hobby or just something you do because you did them before? It could be something youve done since you were a kid, or something a friend got you into. But when I thought about it, I had no idea why. Sure, I could rationalize it created a nice break in the week. I could, but that wasnt true. Take an honest look at the things you do and see if you have anytime-wastersthat are only a habit....
Its standardized testing season in many schools across the nation. Is opting out a good idea? (TheNew York State United Teachers Unionalso allegedly called for boycotting Common Core exams.) Its not an easy decision, even if you believe the tests are wrong. How does any parent weigh those very real consequences against her commitment to doing whats best for her kids? But of course, teachers and administrators are powerless, too....
We loved Flashlight when itfirst launched as an experimentand today its officially out of beta. That means its a little more stable, faster, and has a bunch of new plugins. you could add as many as you want and skip out on anything you dont care about. Right now, Flashlight has anastounding 160+ plugins available. Its not as complex as theother app launchers out there, but it does what many average users need....
Those days dont have to be behind you. There are actually a ton of sports and activities that are open to us grown-ups. Here are a few. Solo Sports Indoor boulderingis probably the easiest form of rock climbing to get started with. Get started with a combination of taking lessons and just going out to dances. Traditional Team Sports you could play almost any traditional team sport on a recreational basis....
Tax Day is almost here, which means a lot of people are incredibly stressed. On the bright side, it also means a lot of stores are giving away free stuff. Here are some of the retailers and restaurants offering fun freebies in honor of Tax Day. Free document shredding: Office Depot has acoupon for free shredding of up to 2 lbs. The coupon is good until April 25. 8 Tax Day Freebies| Cheapism...
Static cling can be a frustrating annoyance, but its easy enough to prevent. But a few of my clothing items do, and Im always caught off guard when I wear them. Let it dry for a bit and then continue on your merry way. Aside from hand lotion, Ive also found that a light mist of hairspray will work well, too. I just spray on the inside of my clothing, and it seems to reduce the static electricity....
