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Stop Using Your Phone as a Flashlight
Smartphones cost too much money to use them like disposable tools.
What You Should (and Shouldn't) Unplug or Turn Off When You Go On Vacation
Headed out of town? Here's what to unplug before you head off to unwind.
Tested: Should You Unplug Chargers When You're Not Using Them?
There are a lot of ways to save on your power bill, but policing your phone charger isn't one of them.
How to Protect Your Electronics From Power Outages
The best time to get serious about protecting your devices is now.
Whatever Happened to Those Home Nuclear Reactors?
It would make the neighbours green with envy. Or radiation.
How to Dispose of or Recycle Old Batteries
Disposing of batteries the wrong way could be harmful for your health, your home, refuse workers, and the environment.
6 Things to Use an Uninterruptible Power Supply for Besides Your PC
You can keep more than just your computer on with a UPS unit.
How to Fix Joystick Drift on Xbox, PlayStation and Other Controllers
Put off that pricey new controller purchase by fixing the stick drift on your old one.
4 Reasons Your LED Bulbs Burn Out Prematurely
LED bulbs not lasting as long as you expect? Read this.
You Need an "Idea Bucket"
Over the last twenty years, this is the only productivity trick I've kept.
Have Recessed Lights? Here's How to Avoid LED Bulb Burnouts
Do this with your recessed lights to avoid LED bulb burnouts.
Does Unplugging Electronics and Appliances Actually Save Money?
The key to saving is to know where to look.
EcoFlow's New Whole House Battery Is a Tesla Powerwall Alternative
EcoFlow's new whole-house battery backup offers generator-like power without the racket or smell.
Skip the Auto Shop, You Can Decode a Check Engine Light at Home
We think everyone who owns a car should own one of these.