How to Sign Up for a Google Account Without Being Forced into Google+ or...
Google's new signup form for Google accounts now requires users to join Google+ and use Gmail, as well as provide your name and gender. "Your Google Account is more than just Search," the new form...
View ArticleAsk and Answer Questions About Taking Online Interactions Offline [Help...
Every day we're on the lookout for ways to make your work easier and your life better, but Lifehacker readers are smart, insightful folks with all kinds of expertise to share, and we want to give...
View ArticleiBoostUp Cleans Out Your Mac's System File Clutter in a Minute [Video]
Mac OS X: iBoostUp cleans out the crap on your drive and fine-tunes your system for better performance. It's simple, it's quick, and it's free. iBoostUp's interface is pretty simple and...
View ArticleThe Always Up-to-Date Guide to Jailbreaking Your iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad...
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View ArticleSOPA and PIPA Have Been Pulled (For Now) [Sopa]
After Wednesday's all-day protest of SOPA and PIPA, the bills that want to censor your internet, both bills have been shelved for further consideration, and will not be voted on as scheduled. Rep....
View ArticleEasily Screenshot an Entire Webpage with Skitch [Mac Downloads]
Skitch, the popular screenshotting tool for Mac, has a very cool webpage feature that might not be evident just by using it. I know I've been using Skitch for nearly four years and never discovered...
View ArticleRepurpose a Magazine Rack into a Canned Food Holder [Clever Uses]
Another one for the "why didn't I think of that" files: Turn a magazine holder on its side and stick two pins in it for space-saving organization in the pantry. Cans, as you know, are awkward to store....
View ArticleDaily App Deals: Get Rockmate for iPad for Only 99¢ in Today's App Deals [Deals]
The Daily App Deals post is a round-up of the best app discounts of the day, as well as some notable mentions for ones that are on sale. The Best Rockmate (iTunes) Previously $2.99, now 99¢. Rockmate...
View ArticleDreamHost Hacked; Change Your Passwords Now [Password Security]
Not even a whole week after Zappos was hacked, our favorite hosting service, DreamHost, has also had a breach. They say there's "no evidence that customer passwords were taken", but they''re pushing...
View ArticleThis Week’s Most Popular Posts: January 14-20 [Highlights]
This week we got learned a whole lot about SOPA, ten helpful ways to get better sleep, how BitTorrent magnet links—the future of BitTorrent—work, and more. Here's a look back. All About PIPA and SOPA,...
View ArticleRemains of the Day: Unsuspecting Accomplices Used in Yesterday's Anonymous...
Thousands unknowingly participate in website shutdowns, Zoho down for most of the day, and banned Android apps will get their day in a new store. Anonymous Dupes Users Into Joining MegaUpload Attack:...
View ArticleWrapsol Non-Slip Grip Pad Keeps Your Gadgets In Place for Easy Reading [Stuff...
When it comes time to kick back with your iPad and some light reading, there's nothing more annoying than having to balance your tablet on your lap in just the right way. Wrapsol's grip pad solve this...
View ArticleTry a New Operating System This Weekend [Weekendhacker]
We write about a variety of platforms here at Lifehacker, and even if you're perfectly happy with what you're using, nothing makes you feel more appreciative (not to mention knowledgeable) than trying...
View ArticleDIY Concrete Patio Bench for $30 [Weekend Project]
If you're looking to increase your backyard entertaining space on a budget consider making this concrete patio bench. You'll put together the sides with concrete blocks and the top is a wooden plank...
View ArticleTop 10 Tools for Finding and Moving into a Great New Home [Lifehacker Top 10]
Whether you want to rent or buy, finding a new home can be pretty tough without a little help. Thanks to the internet, that help is freely available. There are tons of tips and tools that can help make...
View ArticleUtilize Microgoals to Leverage Productive Periods [Mind Hacks]
Trent Hamm of personal finance weblog The Simple Dollar defines Microgoals as small goals that can be accomplished in one week or less if you're diligent. They are not meant to replace your routine...
View ArticleUse Amazon's Subscribe and Save to Automate Office Lunches [Amazon]
We've mentioned Amazon.com's Subscribe and Save program before. It's a great way to save money on items that you routinely buy, saving 15% off Amazon's normal price with free automated delivery. If...
View ArticleDIY Cake Release Paste [Video]
If you're making a cake and it you want it to cleanly release from the pan you'd traditionally would coat the pan with grease and flour. To save time and effort a commercial cake release paste is...
View ArticleLearning to Appreciate Mild Hunger Can Help You Achieve Your Weight Loss...
When attempting to lose weight most nutritional guidelines limit the amount of calories consumed in one day. To help cut down on snacking and build self control consider challenging yourself to...
View ArticleRepurpose an Over-the-Door Shoe Holder into a Cleaning Products Organizer...
Over-the-door shoe holders are wonderful for organizing lots of household items in addition to their normal function. We've previously covered how to use them to store pantry items, cable storage, and...
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