As Wired suggests, using different devices for different purposes helps keep your attention focused on a specific spot. Having a separate tab for tasks like email, IMs, and general work can cause clutter real fast. How Working on Multiple Screens Can Actually Help You Focus| Wired Photo byMike Gifford.
It seems like more people manage their email on their smartphones than on desktops. The VerticalResponse Button Builder can make your contact links easier to press on smartphone touchscreens. The builder is easy to use and all you need is an email address. When it’s ready, click “Send Me My Button!” and you’ll get a download link in your email. The buttons come as GIFs. To create the button links:...
The video above is a good tour of ACDisplay’s current features, from the folks over atDroid Life. Hit the link below to try out the new version, and read more about it. ACDisplay(Free) | Google Play viaDroid Life Thanks to reader Anya for sending in the tip!
How do you keep your cool and show your potential employers that you’ve got what it takes? Questions about how to be confident without being arrogant? How long to wait before following up? Donna is here for the next hour so ask away! The Q&A is now overthanks for the great questions and good luck with your interviews! Have an expert you’d like to see participate?Email us. Image adapted fromNemo(Pixabay) andAndrey Popov(Pixabay)....
When you’re motivated, the energy makes you run through your task list and do everything. The idea is based on psychologistB. During that spike, do the hard things that structure your future behavior. The trick is to think of that hard thing to do when your motivation isn’t high. you’re free to also repurpose Smitten Kitchen’swishlist trickto figure out what that difficult task is. Put a check mark next to it every time this happens....
Chiefly, attention-grabbing colors can deter thieves. The more “normal” colors sell better. And no car thief wants to be seen cruising around in a stolen pink sedan. Of course, there’s more to consider than theft when picking the color of your car. You may not have much of a choice when car shopping. Car thieves: Not too bright, hey!| viaCracked Photo bybrianac37.
Sometimes Microsoft releases optional tools that you might not know about. After you’ve installed the update, point it to the executable game file and follow the instructions.
TheRaspberry Pi makes an excellent game systemalready, but it’s not exactly mobile. PiGrrl - Raspberry Pi Game Boy| Adafruit
Commandr not only adds several new voice commands, but it allows you to create your own with Tasker. The app works by utilizing the “note to self” command. As veteran users know, you canset a default app with this commandto choose your note-taking service. Commandr takes the input from the note to self command and turns it into custom voice commands. Additionally, Commandr allows you to plugin to custom Tasker actions....
Plus, it’s all ready for tomorrow. Creating a Family Command Center| I’m An Organizing Junkie Photo byKristin.
Dropzone sits in the OS X Menu Bar, with a drop-down window when you click it. you’re able to also stack these files together and drag them to any built-in action or folder. Dropzone 3($4.99) | Mac App Store viaAptonic
Welove Soundcloud, but it’s beenunder fire recentlyforhanding over the keys to the kingdom to the music industry. As a result, lots of legitimate music is being deleted, and artists and bands are looking elsewhere. Soundcloud is a great place to discover new music and share your own mixes and mashups. Some DJshave already pledged to leave the site. Mixcloud Mixcloud is already host to a number of great radio shows, podcasts, and DJs....
When you think of AAA, you probably think of towing. Turns out, a AAA membership also gets you discounts, financial services, and other perks. Here’s why you might consider a membership if you don’t have one already. AAAis a not-for-profit member service organization comprised of motor clubs throughout North America. If you have any questions, stop by your AAA branch or give them a call. The free tourbook guides offer a ton of information on the route and area you plan on travelling....
