25 ways you can start saving money right now
It’s easy to say you want to save more money. It’s harder to know where exactly to start. But it’s easier than you think. Here are 25 ways to start saving you can work on […]
What ‘smart dust’ may mean for your home and health
Chips are meant to be thin and small — but rarely can they be sprayed from an aerosol can. Yet that’s exactly the size of new microscopic chemical sensors developed by researchers, who imagine they […]
Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day with these adult variations
Root beer floats are delicious treats all by themselves, but with National Root Beer Float Day falling on a Monday this year, we thought that some might appreciate the addition of a little kick to […]
Does good bacon have to be expensive bacon?
I’ve been cooking a ton of bacon professionally for nearly eight years. Actually, some months I do cook a literal ton of bacon. That’s a lot of bacon. People have asked me whether or not […]
Installing automated smart blinds in your home: 5 options to consider
It’s one thing to have your lights, music, and television switch on with voice commands or the tap of a smartphone app, but to give your home a truly futuristic vibe you need motorized window […]
These 10 companies are racing to make the flying car a reality
Not long ago, the idea of traveling by flying car was pure science fiction. The Jetsons made the concept famous, but turning such a machine into reality seemed like a step too far. How should […]
Alexa Drop In: How to turn your Amazon Echo speakers into a home intercom system
You probably know how Amazon Echo’s microphone and speakers communicate with Alexa, the virtual assistant. But that same hardware — and the Echo’s always-on internet connection — can also create a simple home intercom service. […]
The most popular living U.S. Presidents
These days presidential popularity is frequently in the news. President Trump’s numbers rise and fall (his overall popularity recently dipped below 40%, though his popularity among Republican voters remains very strong). But how does his […]
Amazon Echo Spot, Dot & Show: Here’s how they stack up
On Dec. 19, the latest member of the Amazon Echo smart speaker range goes on sale. Called the Echo Spot, the device has a circular 2.5-inch display and access to the company’s Alexa personal assistant. […]
8 ways Google will supercharge your smart home with new Home and Assistant features
Google is about to make your smart home even more intelligent, with a whole range of updates set to hit Assistant, Android phones, and Google Home over the coming months. Revealed at the company’s massive […]