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Unlike other Raspberry Pi kits, the real sell here is the software itself. When you finish tasks you’ll win badges for accomplishments. Likewise, the Kano operating system is really solid for kids. They’ll have access to the internet, YouTube, and Minecraft on top of the tutorials. They can also upload their own work to share with other Kano users. The hardware itself feels good. Kano($150)

But that doesn’t mean it’s crucial that you leave your gadgets and tools behind. There are ways to fit your geek essentials in your pocket. But “essentials” is the key word here. Do you always need to carry your phone and your tablet and your Kindle too? Has it replaced some gadget you’d usually carry? How long have you used it? Share any tips or ideas from your experience as well....

Giving advice can be a sticky situation. Here are three main factors to consider when you really want someone to heed your words. Advice will go in one ear and out the other if your audience can’t relate. Jessica Stillman at Inc. spoke with Ted Want, a veteran startup lawyer, about what makes good advice. Use analogies:Avoid long, descriptive explanations and break things down with simple analogies. Use analogies based around common knowledge or things you know your audience would be knowledgeable about....

One handy but lesser known feature is the ability to selectively backup local folders. For everyone that wants to upload somebut not alllocal pictures, though, it’s a welcome change. To make use of the changes, enable Auto Backup in Google+, then head to the Photos app. If it doesn’t, try updating Google+, or just waiting for it to roll out. Update: It turns out this feature isn’t entirely new. Google+ Now Lets You Pick Individual Local Folders For Auto Backup| Android Police

It’s both a calendar and task management app, with some powerful features that make planning easy. Break down your larger tasks into smaller ones by nesting your lists into larger list-groups. Everything can be synced with Dropbox, Toodledo, and Reminders. Hit the links below to find out more and download the app.

Tough talk time: bonuses feel really great when your job doles them out. They may even be a nice reprieve from otherwise stressful budget constraints. But instead of giving in to temptation, I paid down debt. Giving up your bonuses to paying down debt is probably one of the biggest financial drags in adulthood. It’s also one of the best ways to save yourself money in the long-run. Particularly if you’re carrying a high balance....

Buying a car is a big decision to make, with a huge number of factors to consider. Here to help are our friends from Jalopnik’sCarBuying blog, Tom McParland and Freddy Hernandez. Have a question about shopping for cars? They’ll be here for the next hour, so ask away! The live portion of this Q&A is now over. Thanks for your questions! And don’t forget where you parked. Have an expert you’d like to see participate?...

Managing your money has a lot to do with control. It helps to feel in-charge of your financial plan, even if that plan includes paying off debt. I also think there are psychological benefits of chang ing what you say. Check out Stephanie’s full post for more detail. Why I don’t say “We can’t afford that. “| Six Figures Under Photo byDan Moyle.

A regular scheduled cleaning out of your refrigerator can help you keep stock. One of the things that can hold you back from cooking at home is not knowing what you have. Are those leftovers still good? It’s not good to feel scared of your refrigerator. Take it in hand often, looking for things that need to be used up or eaten. You don’t have to do it everyday, but the key is making it routine....

Plus, it looks good and takes just an hour for the whole project. The idea was inspired bythis concrete patio bench we’ve featured before, but DIY blogThe Basementmade it easier. She used 12 cinder blocks and four 4x4 wooden plankssanded and varnished, so they look good. You might want to try redwood or maybe cedar because they are both resistant to moisture. Line up four blocks vertically, and stack two horizontally on top of them....

It can be tough identifying the right times to fight for something. These simple guidelines can help you decide when it’s worth your time. When you get into it with someone, things can get pretty heated. There can be lasting effects from a confrontation about something small. Think about what winning would actually mean in the situation. Chances are it doesn’t always matter as much as you think it does....

Thankfully, AppleInsider shows how to hide purchases. Just launch the App Store, tap the Updates menu, then Purchases. iOS 8 lets you easily hide photos and App Store purchases| AppleInsider