The Huge Screen, Color-Changing Workspace

We’ve highlighted a bunch of multi-display setups recently, but this single-panel workspace from reader Wayne shows off that one display—especially when it’s huge—can be just as good looking as several. He submitted his setup to our Workspace Show and Tell Pool, and here are some more photos. Read more... from Lifehacker...

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"To Get a Yes, Expect a No"

When it comes to negotiating, preparation is key. To get what you’re after, you have to be ready to counter any and all possible rejections. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jsJ73w http://ift.tt/2keaO...

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Remains of the Day: Google Chrome for iOS is Now Open Source

Today Google announced that the code behind Chrome for iOS will now be accessible as part of the Chromium project. The desktop browser has long been based on open-source code but the complexity of the iOS version kept it separate, until now. That and more in today’s news. Read more... from Lifehacker http://i...

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Adequate Man What Is The Worst Bodily Fluid To Clean Up?

Adequate Man What Is The Worst Bodily Fluid To Clean Up? | The Slot Did Paul Ryan Just Call This Press Conference a ‘Waste of My Fucking Time’? [Updated] | Gizmodo First Genetic Results From Scott Kelly’s Year In Space Reveal DNA Mysteries | The Root Why the Muslim Ban Matters to Black People | Read...

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5 Calls Makes Calling Your Government Representatives as Simple as Possible

Making your voice heard by your government reps is now more important than ever. 5 Calls shows you who to call about which issues, and even gives you a script to follow. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kobSOL http://ift.tt/2jAe9...

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The Best Way to Season Chicken Breasts So Every Bite Is Flavorful

For well-seasoned chicken breasts, salting the top of the skin isn’t enough; you need to get some under the skin as well. Though wiggling your fingers in between the meat and the skin can get the job done, it can be a little awkward, and Cook’s Illustrated has devised an easier, neater approach. Read more... from Lifehacker...

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Four Ways to Deal With a Bossy Coworker

You’ve got a coworker who, to put it diplomatically, has a hard time keeping their leadership tendencies in check. In other words, he treats you like he’s the boss. He provides tons of constructive feedback (even when you didn’t ask for it), divides up roles on team projects (giving himself the best one), and quashes… Read...

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Use a Soda Box for Easy Canned Food Storage

When you finish off a 12-pack of your favorite canned soda, don’t toss the box out just yet. You can use it to organize your pantry. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kNf6sa http://ift.tt/2jSd2...

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Build Your Own Accent Light with Concrete and Some LEDs

Now that LED strips exist, it’s super easy to make your own lighting. Case in point, YouTuber Darbin Orvar shows off her light cube packed between a couple of slabs on concrete. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kOI9iC http://ift.tt/2kdLZ...

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Prep a Bunch of Brussels Sprouts at Once With Two Bowls

Roasted Brussels sprouts are one of winter’s many edible joys, but the prep work can be a bit tedious. In addition to de-stemming each sprout, any dirty or bruised outer leaves need to be peeled off. To save your fingers some stress and yourself some time, you’ll just need to grab two bowls. Read more... from Lifehacker...

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Store Your Drink of Choice In This $12 Double-Walled Water Bottle

This $12 stainless steel reusable water bottle is vacuum-sealed and double-walled to actually keep your cold drinks cold and your hot drinks hot. Grab one in black, silver, or blue. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kdlUiR http://ift.tt/2kds8...

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The Hard Drives Most (and Least) Likely to Fail, According to Backblaze

Every year, backup service Backblaze takes a look at failure rates amongst the hard drives in its data centers. This year’s no different, and they’ve got all kinds of stats for all kinds of drive. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kOFdSU http://ift.tt/2kRnM...

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How to Buy an HDTV, for The Super Bowl and Beyond

This week on The Upgrade we’re upgrading your HDTV, just in time for Super Bowl Sunday! It’s all about how to buy a great TV, for the big game, or anytime you’re in the market for one—plus a call out for your questions for the show! Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jSbXqn http://ift.tt/2jrPI...

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Use a Raspberry Pi Zero to Notify You When the Laundry Is Done

Setting up a little notification system to alert you when the laundry is finished is a time-honored DIY electronics project. If you fancy using a Raspberry Pi Zero for one, GitHub user Shmoopty shares his project. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kob9N7 http://ift.tt/2ko4a...

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Become a (Part Time) Standing Desk User With This Discounted Dual Monitor Riser

So you want to try a standing desk, but don’t want to commit to it for eight hours a day...what do you do? You get off your butt and buy this dual monitor riser for an all-time low price, that’s what. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jRjibX http://ift.tt/2knp4...

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Three Simple Ways to Stop Weeds In Your Garden Early

Planting season will soon be here, and if you’re planning a garden, you should also consider how you’re going to control weeds. Our friends at the Old World Garden Farms suggest leaving behind the harsh herbicides this year and opting for these gentler treatments, from mulch to a weed torch that looks fun to use. Read...

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Your Bra Size Is a Myth

In a world of vanity sizes and mysterious designations like “medium,” you usually have to try clothes on before you have any clue if they fit. Bra sizing would seem to be different, since it involves numbers and math, but I’m here with bad news: There is no such thing as Your One True Bra Size. Read more... from Lifehacker...

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This Two-Minute Video Explains the Basics of Three-Point Lighting

It’s not just the camera that separates a professional-looking video from an amateur one. You need excellent and proper lighting, too, and it all begins with a strong grasp of three-point lighting. This video explains what you need to know in a bit over two minutes. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2knS3...

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Today's Best Deals: KitchenAid Mixers, IZOD, Vinyl Printer, Mechanical Keyboard, and More

A discounted KitchenAid stand mixer, IZOD clothes for the guys, Madden NFL 17 Super Bowl edition for Xbox One, and more lead Tuesday’s best deals. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kQ8OYc http://ift.tt/2knim...

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Deadspin LeBron James Has Had Enough Of Charles Barkley’s Shit | Jezebel State Senator Demands Relea

Deadspin LeBron James Has Had Enough Of Charles Barkley’s Shit | Jezebel State Senator Demands Release Of Melania Trump’s Immigration Documents | Gizmodo First Genetic Results From Scott Kelly’s Year In Space Reveal DNA Mysteries | The Grapevine No, You Can’t Just Wake Up and Decide to Be Black | Read...

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Filter Out the Noise

It can seem like our lives are filled with busyness, noise, distractions, and often meaningless activities. What if we could filter out all that noise, and focus on the meaningful? What if we could find stillness instead of constant distraction? Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jQAAWB http://ift.tt/2kQA...

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LinkedIn Gets a Design Update, Suggests Ways to Boost Your Profile

Earlier this month, LinkedIn updated with a new design. If it’s been a couple of weeks since you’ve logged on, here’s what’s new. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jqQSqL http://ift.tt/2knk2...

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Alleviate Anxiety With This Do-Anywhere Grounding Exercise

Mindfulness and meditation are well-known ways to combat anxiety and stress, but they can be hard to fit into a busy schedule. If you need a quick way to curb a stream of anxiety-inducing thoughts, try this grounding exercise that you can fit in no matter where you are. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2...

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Make Fritters Out of Any Vegetable With This Easy Formula

In what I’m calling “very good news,” the kind souls over at The Kitchn have devised a formula for turning almost any vegetable into a crispy, cheesy fritter. Given the fact that the easiest ways to get me to eat my veggies are to crisp them up and add cheese, I’m pretty delighted. Read more... from Lifehacker htt...

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The Legal Ways to Cancel Your Gym Membership

Once you’ve signed a pesky gym contract, you’re legally on the hook to keep paying that membership, even if you don’t use it. But all hope is not lost. There are some ways to wiggle out of a gym contract. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jqrkdp http://ift.tt/2jqlr...

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Finally Buy Yourself a KitchenAid For $266, Today Only

If you still haven’t outfitted your kitchen with a KitchenAid, you can get a brand new Professional 6 quart model for just $266, today only as part of Amazon’s Gold Box. We occasionally see KitchenAids cheaper, but those are usually refurbished and/or smaller and less powerful models. Read more... from Lifehacker ...

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Don’t Take Financial Advice from Commercials

Watching cable news over the weekend, I came across one of those “gold is the only real investment,” commercials. Since 2008, though, gold has not been a very good investment. But people fall for these commercials all the time. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jyBQdU http://ift.tt/2jyB8...

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This Calculator Shows How Many Hours of Work That Big Purchase Costs

If you knew how many hours you’d have to work to buy that new TV, or a new car, how would that affect your decision to buy it? This calculator can help you find out. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jPKPuA http://ift.tt/2kmqs...

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How Many Calories Are On the Menu at the Top Ten Fast Food Restaurant Chains

Fast food generally isn’t good for your diet, but some chains are going to be better than others. This chart compiles data from ten fast of the biggest fast food chains to show just how calorie heavy their menus are. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jPOoAP http://ift.tt/2kmAc...

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How to Find a Lost Dog or Cat

Losing a dog or a cat is like losing a member of the family, and that’s scary. You’ll worry, you’ll fear for their well being, and you’ll turn over every rock until you find them. If your cat or dog is missing, this guide will help you get your furry friend home safe and sound, as quickly as possible. Read more... from...

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The Contractor's Bag

Ever wonder what that fix-anything contractor is carrying around with them? Over at Cool Tools, residential contractor Paul Abueva shares his bag. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kM3d97 http://ift.tt/2kNON...

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Make Individual Ice Cream Cakes with a Muffin Tin

Ice cream cake is delicious, but buying one is usually too much for you and a friend, and piling up the layers of cake and melting ice cream can get messy fast if you make your own. Use a muffin tin to give everyone their own individual cakes and cut down on the prep mess. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.t...

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Remains of the Day: Paper by Dropbox Launches Globally

Paper, Dropbox’s project collaboration app, is finally out of beta. It is comparable to something like Google Docs with more of an emphasis on working together with your colleagues within the Dropbox environment. That and more in today’s news. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jMH7Sq http://ift.tt/2kNwX...

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Ask Auto Mechanics to Show You the Problem to Avoid Getting Ripped Off

Most mechanics aren’t looking to cheat you out of money, but auto repairs are expensive. That goes double for the ones you don’t need. Asking your mechanic just one simple question can help you avoid any issues. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jP3mEU http://ift.tt/2jMFC...

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Ease Into Decluttering Your Home With a "Limbo Box"

Getting rid of your unnecessary belongings is tough, but it’s even harder when there are memories attached to them. If you’re trying to pare down, but can’t quite say goodbye to some things you know you don’t need, a “limbo box” can help. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jo8q75 http://ift.tt/2kLFh...

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What Are Your Online Dating Dos and Don'ts?

With pretty much everyone looking for love on the internet what was once a brave new world is now routine, and we want to hear about your experiences. What are your dos and don’ts when it comes to online dating? What do you look for and what are the red flags? Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kNdDRQ htt...

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12 Strategies for a Successful Meal Prep Day

One common strategy for saving money on food that shows up in a lot of frugality books and on many frugality websites is the idea of a “meal prep day,” sometimes simply called “meal prep Sunday” because people often use a Sunday to do it. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jwlu5u http://ift.tt/2kktD...

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How Many People You Need at a Party to Make a Beer Keg Worthwhile

If you’re planing a big party or game day extravaganza, you might ask yourself if it’s more economical to buy a beer keg instead of a few cases. Here’s a simple rule of thumb you can use to find out. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jwkRJ2 http://ift.tt/2kkuz...

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Switch Back to the Landscape Keyboard on the iPhone Instead of the Annoying Handwriting Interface

When you flip your iPhone over to the landscape view when you’re typing a message, it automatically change to the handwriting interface. Chances are, most of us don’t handwrite messages and would prefer the landscape keyboard here. Good news, though, How-To Geek points out that when you tap the keyboard button, iOS… Read...

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Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs

For years and years it seems like everyone has had different pieces of advice for how to make perfect hard boiled eggs. I’ve heard “just add a little salt to the water”. Seems like my Mother always told me once they were done cooking on the stove, just plunge them in cold water in the sink. Martha Stewart says to cover...

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Add a Bidet to Your Existing Toilet For $22

A lot of people are reflexively appalled by the idea of a bidet, which makes no sense, because they’re amazing. Today on Amazon, you can score a Greenco Bidet attachment that will work with just about any toilet for just $22. That’s nothing for a product you’ll use just about every day. This deal could sell out any… Read...

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Hip Dips Add an Extra Challenge to Your Plank

The plank is a great exercise for your core, but holding it like a statue is only one of many ways to work those muscles. This video shows a plank-based exercise you probably haven’t seen before—and it’s great for your obliques. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kLpd48 http://ift.tt/2kLqq...

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Ask an Expert: All About Sustainable Food and Honest Labeling

When you’re shopping at your local grocery store and the all the food claims to be from sustainable, animal-friendly farms, how much can you trust it? What qualifies as “organic” and does it matter? Here to help are the folks behind HowGood, who research and recommend food based on the legitimacy of their claims. Read...

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Wi-Fi Widget for iPhone Gives You Quick Access to Wi-Fi Router Info and Passwords

iPhone: If you want to get any information about the Wi-Fi network you’re connected to on your iPhone, you’d usually have to jump into the Settings. Wi-Fi Widget puts that info on the widgets screen. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kLl4xh http://ift.tt/2kMS9...

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Here Are the Payday Lenders With the Most Consumer Complaints

Payday loans are a notorious debt trap. They often prey on consumers who are vulnerable and desperate, then send them into a downward spiral of debt. Here are the issues customers complain about most, along with the five worst offenders. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jvWCLf http://ift.tt/2jw3C...

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Never Drink Warm Beer Again With These Soft Pack RTIC Coolers

While convenient for keeping drinks chilled, lugging a hardside cooler everywhere is less-than-ideal. How about picking up one of RTIC’s softsided coolers, in either 20 or 30L for their best prices ever? Save some money and save your back. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2kjSIcE http://ift.tt/2kMuL...

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PSA: You Could Lose Benefits If You Refinance Your Federal Student Loan

If you’re drowning in student debt, you might be tempted to refinance or consolidate your loan. This is basically taking on a new, completely different loan to pay for your original debt. When you take on a new loan to pay off your student loan, you may lose some benefits you could need later. Read more... from Lifehacker...

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The Best Habit Tracking App for iPhone

Tracking your habits is a great way to keep an eye on your progress for a variety of self-improvement goals, and you have an insane number of apps for doing so on the iPhone. However, when it comes to performance and ease of use, we like Productive, because it blends simplicity with the statistics you want to see. Read...

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Why You Might Have Received a 1099-C Tax Form in the Mail

If you received a 1099-C tax form in the mail, you might be wondering where it came from and why it exists. You typically get this form when you settle a debt. It means you owe taxes on the amount of debt that was forgiven or canceled. There are a few other reasons you may have received this form, though. Read more... from...

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How to Improve Galaxy Edge Battery Life

I’ve had my Samsung Galaxy Edge S6 for almost 2 years now. In the beginning when it was new, people would stop me all the time and say “wow, is that the edge?” because it looked so different from the other phones. Now it’s more commonplace, especially since there are both the Edge S6 and Edge S7. I bought it for the fancy...

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Today's Best Deals: Belkin Surge Protectors, RTIC Coolers, Pet Supplies, and More

The Logitech Harmony 700 universal remote, RTIC soft pack coolers, a Belkin surge protector Gold Box, and more lead Monday’s best deals. Read more... from Lifehacker http://ift.tt/2jv85KG http://ift.tt/2jvfD...

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Fear and Loathing In La La Land

I haven’t seen La La Land yet, but I want to. Trouble is, the word of mouth, glowing reviews, and endless awards have placed it on a pedestal so high I feel the actual experience won’t be able to reach it. The hype is strong with this one. But maybe there’s a way to go in with a clean slate. Maybe there’s a way to… Read...

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