Make Your Android’s GPS Lock Faster with a Config File Edit

A slow GPS system is annoying, and it’s good toknow how to fix it. Essentially, you’ll need a rooted phone, which allows you to modify a file. This will switch your phone’s communication to a closer server, which will speed up GPS locking. Check out the video above from XDA Developer TV to see the process in detail. If you want to see the original source just nudge the link below....

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 81 words · Bradley Mcpherson

Paper Towels vs. Hand Dryers: Which Is More Hygenic?

There’s a lot of debate about which method of drying your hands is actually the most clean. This video explores the benefits of both and explains which one actually helps keep your hands the most clean. YouTube channelAsapSCIENCEcompares paper towel drying with hand dryers to see the effects of both. It turns out that paper towels are a little more effective for two reasons: timing and friction. Paper Towel vs Hand Dryers| YouTube

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 73 words · Olivia Aguilar

Polish Wood Furniture with Orange Gatorade

Orange Gatorade has the same active ingredient as your furniture polish, orange extract. If you’re in a pinch, it can work as a makeshift polish. Fill half a bottle of Gatorade with water so there’s a 50/50 mix. Instead of pouring the Gatorade directly on the furniture I put a swig on the cloth. WonderHowTo has some other great uses for Gatorade as well. It turns out to be quite the super drink....

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 91 words · Dr. Colton Rojas

PSA: No VPN Will Protect You If You're Careless with Your Identity

However, none of these services will protect you if you’re careless. Here’s why, and an example we can all learn from. The problemand the tidbit that got him busted? He used his online alias all over the webincluding in that movie upload. The idea behind aliases is that they provide a way to mask a real name. The practice continues online today, with many people forced to adopt one to register with various services....

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 90 words · Sarah Franco

Start a Side Gig by Appealing to Your Employer’s Interests

Moonlighting is a great way to earn extra income when you already have a full-time job. But it’s not always easy, especially if it gets in the way of your time at work. The Wall Street Journal offers an interesting solution: align your side gig with your employer’s interests. He was recently promoted to director of marketing. Of course, that might be a best-case scenario example. And, obviously, this isn’t a solution for everyone....

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 86 words · Christopher Ramos

Steam Improves Search, Adds Curators to Make Finding Games Easier

Steam has always been a great place to finddeals on games. Finding the right game amongst the library is a bit harder. Today, Steam makes it easier with new discovery tools, including curated channels. Curated channels allow established groups to create a set of recommendations for games. Ideally, this will result in a much, much better shopping experience. Valve Launches Steam Discovery Update, Personalized Shopping| Steam

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 66 words · Rachel Blankenship

The More You Pursue Happiness, the Further You May Get Away From It

Some introspection will likely confirm this phenomenon. How many times have your best-laid plans translated into a less-than-perfect vacation? For many, that dream becomes a nightmare. So what is a happiness-seeking soul to do? Kant’s answer may seem implausible, but it’s good advice: give up the search. Orienting your life toward goods or goals that seem to promise happiness is bound to fail. Look around you, enjoy the moment, and maybe happiness will come to you easier than you think....

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 90 words · Amanda Stanton

The Most Comfortable Airlines for Flying in Coach

But that doesn’t mean you have to be uncomfortable when you fly. Some airlines have at least decent economy (coach class) options. Virgin America is shown above. By comparison, some low-cost carriers pack you in at 28 inches of seat pitch. JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, and American Airlines round out the list for domestic carriers. Flying Coach Doesn’t Have to (Totally) Suck: Airlines With the Best Economy Class Seats| Yahoo Travel

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 70 words · Andrea Cantu

The Reasons People Don’t Follow Their Passions, and What You Can Do

If you’re free to’t seem to find something you’d love doing, you’re not alone. Many of us struggle with what our own ideas of what a “dream job” would be. Take a step out of your comfort zone and experience new things. When you’restuck in your bubble, you’re afraid of being uncomfortable. Branch out and see what’s out there. Eventually you’ll encounter something that gets you excited. Where should you look?...

September 23, 2014 · 6 min · 1104 words · Anthony Mcdowell

This Flowchart Explains The Severity of Different Types of Plagiarism

If you’re more concerned with pictures, check out Newbold’s flowchart forusing images on the internet. Did I Plagiarize?| The Visual Communication Guy viaVisual.ly

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 23 words · Jonathan Barnett

This Infographic Tells You Each Airline's Rules for Flying with Babies

Flight comparison site Skyscanner has a list of all the things you gotta know. Skyscanner also offers a neat trick tocalm your child while travelling. Wrap their favorite toy as a gift and put it in your carry-on without telling them. When they’re really upset, it can be a life-saver, saysconsumer champion Sarah Willingham.

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 54 words · Brandon Greene

Use an iPad Power Adapter to Charge Your iPhone 6 Faster

Forum members over atMacRumors found similar results. iPhone 6, 6 Plus support 2.1A charging, ship with 1A adapters| iLounge iPhone 6| Macotakara

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 22 words · Courtney Ryan

Use the 10-Folder System to Organize All Your Paper Clutter

Clutter cando a number on your brain, so it’s best to organize and sort it all. You’ll need to buy 10 folders and label them. Seven folders will be named after the days of the week. The remaining three folders are labelled “To-do”, “File” and “Important.” Sunday-Saturday:Put any paper needed on a particular day into that day’s folder. Every evening, inspect the next day’s file to ensure you are good to go....

September 23, 2014 · 1 min · 185 words · Ann Jones