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I Have 11 Home Security Myths You Need to Memory Wipe
5+ hour, 29+ min ago (1337+ words) These security myths are old, popular -- and very wrong. Here are the assumptions you should erase. Home security myths are everywhere but these are the worst offenders. When considering your safety, myths and hearsay pop up like weeds in the…...
I Switched to a Smart Induction Stove. Here's Why I'm Never Going Back
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (1206+ words) I spent my entire adult life cooking with gas. I thought I'd hate my new induction stove, but I couldn't have been more wrong. I switched to a smart induction stove, and I couldn't be happier. If you'd asked me…...
Blender, Food Processor and Stand Mixer: What's the Difference and Do You Need All 3?
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (662+ words) If you're deciding to mix things up with new small appliances, here's the difference between these kitchen cousins. Similar but different: here's what each machine does best. Blenders, food processors and electric mixers -- freestanding or otherwise -- are all small kitchen…...
I Worried I'd Hate My New Induction Stove. 4 Reasons I'm Ditching Gas Forever
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (1193+ words) I'm an unlikely induction stove convert and I'm here to tell my story. I took the induction plunge and I couldn't be happier. If you asked me a few years ago about switching to an electric or induction stove, I…...
Is It Bad to Just Close Your Laptop Instead of Turning It Off?
1+ week, 2+ day ago (553+ words) Sleep mode is convenient, but it isn't the same as shutting down. We break down the difference and why it can affect performance and battery life. Most of us do it without thinking: You're done working and so you close…...
7 Things You Should Always Unplug Before Leaving the House
1+ week, 4+ day ago (832+ words) While some devices are OK to leave plugged in when you head out for work or school, others should always be unplugged when not in use. Toasters are an easy one to unplug after use so you can be on…...
7 Home Tricks We Use to Save Money (and Headaches) During a Cold Snap
2+ week, 1+ day ago (755+ words) Protect your home and wallet when temperatures suddenly plunge this winter. A little winterization goes a long way to help protect against sudden temperature drops. We're already seeing unprecedented snowstorms whipping up this year, and some of us may not…...
Get a Security Cam That Lasts: I Dropped Top Models Off My Roof to Check the Damage
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (1072+ words) I put the latest security brands through harsh drop tests to see which cameras from Arlo, Nest, Ring and others survived. Outdoor cam durability is best judged with a real-life drop onto pavement. Today's outdoor security cameras work best perched…...
Best Kitchen Scales of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (954+ words) We weighed all the pros and cons to determine the best kitchen scale option at every price point. Whether you're an aspiring baker, hoping to make the perfect cup of coffee or a meal prepper, a kitchen scale will come…...
Refrigerator Acting Up? Here's How to Fix It Yourself
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1298+ words) Refrigerator giving you issues? We've put together the best at-home solutions to help figure out what the problem is and fix it, instead of calling a technician or buying a new unit. Your refrigerator is the heart of the kitchen,…...