Hollandaise sauce is a pillar in the condiment community (along with its fellow mother sauces) but it can be intimidating to make. The classic method requires specific timing, specialized equipment (do I own a double boiler?), and it’s all too easy to break. Well, I’ve done some breaking of my own–breaking the rules,…
Source: LifeHacker – Use Hard-Boiled Eggs to Keep Your Hollandaise From Breaking
If you’re still afraid of the seasoning MSG giving you headaches, you’ve bought into a decades-old myth: MSG isn’t causing it, and it’s not actually “bad for you” the way you were told. And now that you know the truth, you can celebrate with a meal at your favorite MSG-using restaurant.
Source: LifeHacker – MSG Isn’t Actually Bad for You
There’s no denying that making ice cream out of cottage cheese has found its place in the TikTok sun. You can’t beat having your protein packed cheese snack as a frozen dessert, but calling something “ice cream” comes with expectations. Expectations that are hard to meet without egg yolks and heavy cream. Instead of…
Source: LifeHacker – Cottage Cheese Protein-Popsicles Are Actually Pretty Great
Diversifying your studying techniques is a great way to keep yourself more engaged as you learn new information—so try the Leitner system next time you tackle a new subject. This memory-enhancing method is best for when you have a substantial amount of time to learn your material, so don’t use it for cramming, but do…
Source: LifeHacker – Use the Leitner System to Study More Effectively
Sure, you can watch YouTube videos on your iPhone anywhere you have an internet connection—but we’re not always connected. If you want an opportunity to watch your favorite YouTube clips without worrying about your wifi or cell signal, there are two easy methods to download them to your iPhone right now.
Source: LifeHacker – How to Download YouTube Videos on an iPhone
The last laptop, Android smartphone, or game console you bought most likely came with a USB-C port. If you buy a lot of tech, you may be quite familiar with this new type of USB. But if you’re not, you may be wondering what USB-C is, and why your old cables no longer work.
Source: LifeHacker – What Is USB-C, and Why You Should Care
One method for faster, more interesting study sessions is popular with kids, though it’s applicable to all ages: The KWL Chart. The chart is easy to construct, but helps make your study sessions more fruitful. Here’s what to do.
Source: LifeHacker – Use the KWL Study Method to Learn More
From Chromebooks to MacBooks and every type of Windows laptop in between, there are more than enough portable computer options out there for you to choose from. Even “cheap” laptops are rapidly improving as the technology behind them advances. If you’re looking for something great that doesn’t break the bank,…
Source: LifeHacker – These Are the Best Budget Laptops of 2023
Max subscribers have a lot of variety to look forward to in September: In addition to content from its existing lineup of channels—Discovery, Cartoon Network, and HGTV—the streamer is adding CNN Max and its 24/7 news programming on September 27 (more than a year after the short-lived CNN+ shut down). Max subscribers…
Source: LifeHacker – What’s New on Max in September 2023
For several years, TikTok has boasted a feature called “Family Pairing.” It lets parents control their children’s privacy settings by linking the parents’ accounts to their kids’. As described in our 2020 article, parents can control the amount of time their child is on the app, restrict or turn off direct messages,…
Source: LifeHacker – How to Set Up Parental Controls on TikTok
As heat waves have moved through the U.S., people are getting creative with their AC systems to save money and try and get them to run more efficiently. Tenting your AC or putting an umbrella over it won’t actually help, though. In fact, it can cause serious problems.
Source: LifeHacker – Why You Should Never Tent Your AC Unit
YouTube TV has turned into a popular choice for cord cutters. The service applies the familiar yet simple YouTube interface to the traditional live TV experience, and it’s better for it. And because it’s based on YouTube’s UI, it’s easily accessible on all major platforms. But is it right for you?
Source: LifeHacker – What to Know Before Paying for YouTube TV
This refurbished MacBook Air is on sale for $255.97 through September 4. It’s from 2015, so obviously not the laptop for someone who needs to run newer, more powerful software, but it’s fine for students who need a laptop for school, or people who want a MacBook for browsing and to-do lists. It has a 13″ display, 4GB…
Source: LifeHacker – This Refurbished MacBook Air Is 5 Right Now
Southwest Airlines has made some recent changes to its policies that affect who gets on board and when. Generally, Southwest operates on a first-come, first-served basis—so the order of boarding is vital. Here’s what you need to know about the latest changes and how to get the best boarding possible.
Source: LifeHacker – You Can Improve Your Odds of Boarding First on Southwest Airlines
Heat pump dryers are coming to the U.S. and they’re going to change the way we use dryers. Upsides: No more venting! You can put ‘em anywhere, and they’re much better for the environment; they’ve been in Europe for years. Downsides: smaller capacity (for now) and longer dry times.
Source: LifeHacker – You Should Consider a Heat Pump Dryer
Before I knew anything about tools, I bought a few Ryobi cordless units. A trusted friend had recommended them; she had done the same thing when she didn’t know about about tools. Which is what makes Ryobi’s cordless tools so great. The ONE+ line is easy to get started with, the breadth of the line is immense, and…
Source: LifeHacker – These Ryobi Tools Are on Sale Right Now at Home Depot
When making investment decisions, it’s important to have an objective, balanced perspective. Information bias occurs when our thinking becomes skewed due to how we filter and interpret data. Left unchecked, information bias can lead to poor financial decisions and missed opportunities, so all investors should be…
Source: LifeHacker – How ‘Information Bias’ Can Derail Your Investing (and Ways to Avoid It)
If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Wednesday, August 30, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for August 30, NYT Connections #80! Scroll to the end if you want some hints (and then the answer) to today’s…
Source: LifeHacker – Today’s Connections Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, August 30
DJ it! is an app that allows you to mix, fade, loop, and edit music from your phone, and its Premium Plan is on sale for $49.99 right now (reg. $209). DJing on your phone isn’t exactly like doing it on turntables, but the app was created to condense a fully-functioning DJ setup into your phone without sacrificing…
Source: LifeHacker – You Can Get ‘DJ it!’ Premium for Right Now
For the majority of people trying to get hired today, there will be no better tool to network, find jobs, and land a job than LinkedIn. The site is almost an industry standard for most careers, and as Twitter falls further into its own grave, LinkedIn has been swooping in to take its place. If you’re seeking a new…
Source: LifeHacker – How to Get All-Star Status on LinkedIn