Not every cool gift idea fits into a neat little category. In fact, some of the best stuff doesnt. Thats why we have a special guide just for the awesome gadgets we fancied throughout the year. Here is some of the most awesome stuff we like. Yes, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, Google Play, and dozens of others all on one unit. Hard to beat that. Those were the days. If thats not your speed, you could also check out our list of thefive best Bluetooth speakers....

I still like it for that purpose. As the movement grows, so has Doughertys responsibilities as Executive Chairman of Maker Media. Current Gig:Founder and Executive Chairman at Maker Media as well as Chairman of Maker Education Initiative. Those are titles I have. I really want to answer that I can live without almost all of it, except email and calendar. So all of this has changed in the last ten or twenty years but it now seems normal....

Prevent this by dabbing a little petroleum jelly on a jar after youveopened it the first time. Unusual Uses for Vaseline| Instructables Image fromturnerburns.

This could not be simpler. Fill with pumpkin or your favorite pie filling.

Google has released its annual traffic report to double-check youre prepared. In every other city, Wednesday is the worst and Tuesday is the second worst day for traffic. Youre also better off driving home from the weekend on Sunday, if you’re able to. Google says traffic can be up to 40% worse on Saturday.

Come say hello toDr. What little things can we do to keep our teeth in tip top shape? And how does slacking on your oral hygiene affect the rest of your body? This Q&A is now over. Thanks to Dr. B and thank you for your questions! Have an expert youd like to see participate?Email us. Image bykotoffei(Shutterstock).

The fix is easy: just add a few squeezes of lemon juice to the cooking water. Add one teaspoon of juice to the water for your rice, then cook as normal. Tips for Cooking Rice| Oh, Sweet Basil Image fromsql_samson.

You may not know it, but many airlines require a vets note before you fly with your pet. A few extra minutes double checking can save you a lot of travel hassle. 5 Essential Tips for Flying with Pets| Conde Nast Traveler Image fromarmydre2008.

Mending relationships is tough work, but its not an impossible task. To help you figure out where to start, The Wall Street Journals put together a six step outline. Everyone runs into a relationship they need to fix at some point in their life. Meet somewhere: get together at a neutral location for some one on one time. Start with small talk: catch up on all the nonsense you would anyway....

To cook your Thanksgiving main inan hour, cut that thing up before popping it in the oven. Sure, youll be sacrificing that whole-turkey Instagram photo, but your bird will cook alotmore quickly. If you dont know how to break it down, just get your butcher to do it for you. Your turkey will cook more evenly and youll get much more crispy skin.

The next time youre planning a camping trip, be sure to pack a bottle of whiskey. No, not just for fun. Survival School: Start a Fire With Whiskey| Backpacker viaManMade DIY

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Now, Local Guides will get real, better rewards. With the new update, Google updated its Local Guide level system. Each new level gets special perks for people who make significant contributions. At lower levels, youll get entered into giveaways, or get special early access to new Google features. As you level up, however, the rewards become more substantial. Level 4, for example, comes with a free 1TB of Google Drive space for two years....