Know the Warning Signs of a Locksmith Scamming You

Even the best of us lose a key now and then. Don’t have identification. Ask for payment significantly higher than quoted on the phone. Require payment in cash. Attempt to intimidate you. If you do get scammed, be sure to leave a review online and file a complaint. Don’t Be Scammed By A Locksmith| Consumer Reports Photo bySteve Snodgrass.

June 14, 2014 · 1 min · 59 words · Jason Davenport

Use a Fork When Grating Potatoes to Avoid Scraped Knuckles

Instructables suggests using a fork to hold the potato. When shredding, stick a fork about a half an inch into the potato. Then, rotate the fork and make the grater parallel with the fork for the last bit of potato. This trick also works for onions (and probably other vegetables too).

June 14, 2014 · 1 min · 51 words · Willie Joseph

Use Different References When Applying to Different Positions

Frequently during a job system process you’ll be asked for references. References are no different. Certain people are going to be able to speak to certain skills . When choosing and listing references, keep this in mind. Check out the link for more suggestions on using quality references in your job search. How To Get Great References That Make You An Irresistible Job Candidate| Business Insider Photo byIndi Samarajiva.

June 14, 2014 · 1 min · 69 words · Cristina Moss

"System" Tells You Everything You Need to Know About Your Chromebook

System is a Chrome app that provides a breakdown of your hardware. Install System from the Chrome Web Store and system specs are just a couple of clicks away. The details are not exhaustive, but System has all of the essentials covered. If you’re on a PC, you’ll get more information withsomething like Speccyanyway.

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 54 words · Joseph Evans

AirGif Manages Your GIF Collection, Shares It with Other Users

If you prefer local storage for your favorites, AirGif organizes your collection for you. It also shares it with other uses to create a massive GIF library. You point AirGIF at your GIF folder and it shares all those GIFs with other users of the app. Ifyou’re making your own GIFs all the time, this is pretty handy way to catalog them. AirGif(Free) | Mac App Store viaOne Thing Well

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 70 words · Charles Fields

All the Awesome Stuff You Can Do with Google+ Photos

With auto backup turned on, you don’t need to worry about uploading them manually to the cloud. ensure you have the photo size set to “standard” if you want the unlimited free storage. For example, Google+ might create a more balanced version of your photo or adjust the contrast. Take a photo of a Christmas tree with lights and Google+ might make the lights blink. For videos not travel-related, it’ll create a highlight reel of your videos, complete with soundtrack....

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 138 words · Stephen Tucker

Build Your Summer Manifesto

What would you like to accomplish before the weather turns cold? This week, it’s time to kick summer off with a bang. What’s a “Summer Manifesto?” Setting an intention sounded like a great plan to me. Here’s Ali’s list: The idea is simple. What’s really important is that you grab a pen and paper and get started. Here are some tools that can help you get started on some of those common must-do items....

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 197 words · Amanda Hansen

Camera ZOOM FX, our Favorite Android Camera App, Goes Free(mium)

The new free version of Camera ZOOM FX still boasts some useful tools beyond the stock Android camera. The premium version retains the original’s pricing too: $3. Camera ZOOM FX Free(Free) | Google PlayCamera ZOOM FX Premium($3) | Google Play

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 40 words · Shannon West

Fitbay Helps You Find Clothes that Fit Your Body Type Online

Fitbay aims to alleviate this problem by only showing you clothes that are available in your size and fit. To start with, the site asks some basic questions about your body jot down. As you browse the site, all the clothes you’ll be shown will be offered in your size.

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 50 words · Denise Phillips

Google Now Adds "Inferred Events," Suggests Calendar Events From Email

Google Now just keeps getting smarter. Google Now can already remind you about events like flights or appointments from official emails. This new feature, however, will recognize natural language conversations. Google could recognize this as a potential event and offer to add it to your calendar. Which, in turn, will result in Google Now cards when that event gets close. Google Steps Up Gmail And Calendar Integration In Google Now With Inferred Events| Android Police

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 75 words · Angela Espinoza

How Do I Persuade Someone to Seek Professional Help?

How can I tell him this without being a jerk? Heres the the best way to approach that conversation. Likewise, they wont be receptive to you if you dont have a strong relationship with them. Before asking someone to seek help, check how close you are to them first. It sounds like common sense, but its still a good reminder. The point is to be specific and nonjudgmental. Its also important to double-check youre level headed before you get into this conversation....

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 144 words · Tara Johnston

How Do You Earn Extra Money on the Side?

Money experts recommendearning extra money in your spare time. But if you work 40 hours a week, you might not have much time to spare. But we’re curioushow do you do it? This can be a side business or a hobby. It can be a passive income stream that requires no time at all. Maybe the amount you earn is significant; maybe it’s just beer money. Either way, we want to hear from you....

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 100 words · Sabrina Turner

How Your Age Correlates to Interest from the Opposite Sex, With Charts

Men are always into younger ladies, amirite? Played out comedy trope or now, age is inevitably a factor in how we choose a partner. This data collected by dating service Coffee Meets Bagel examines the relationship between age and sexual or romantic interest. Many of the findings in the data are not terribly surprising. As you might see in the chart above, men overwhelmingly prefer women who are younger than themselves....

June 13, 2014 · 1 min · 177 words · Michael Wilson