50 Free Apps We're Most Thankful For [Thanksgiving]

50 Free Apps We're Most Thankful For [Thanksgiving]

from Lifehacker by Melanie Pinola

As we prepare to give thanks for our delicious Thanksgiving meals (and impending food comas), let's not forget to pay our yearly tribute to the wonderful developers who bring us our favorite free apps. More »


 

   

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How to Choose the Right Mattress [Healt

How to Choose the Right Mattress [Health]

from Lifehacker by Alan Henry

A while ago we explained how important it is to spend your money where you spend your time, and considering we spend at least a third of our lives asleep or in bed, skimping on your mattress or sleeping surface can be detrimental to your health. At the same time, not everyone has the budget for the top of the line, state of the art mattress. We asked some chiropractors and orthopedists what they suggest you look for when shopping for a mattress. Here's what they said. More » 


 

   

Advent Calendar from xkcd.com

Advent Calendar

from xkcd.com 

Hacking Scrabble (Part One) [Winning]

Hacking Scrabble (Part One) [Winning]

from Lifehacker by Tom Rees

Scrabble-lover and hacker Tom Rees knows that the key to dominating at the popular word game hinges on knowing all the possible two-letter words. The problem? It's not necessarily easy to memorize all 124 possible two-letter words. Here's how Rees hacked scrabble with the judicious application of mnemonics and technology. More » 


 

   

What Does My Internet Provider See When I'm Downloading Torrents? [Ask Lifehacker]

What Does My Internet Provider See When I'm Downloading Torrents? [Ask Lifehacker]

from Lifehacker by Whitson Gordon

Dear Lifehacker,
I've done lots of research about my Internet Service Provider's relationship with my uTorrent activity, but I still don't feel entirely confident in my knowledge about what they see. What does my ISP see when I'm torrenting? What if I'm encrypted, or under a VPN? Many of your articles talk about how to stay safe/secure/private, but don't always go completely behind the scenes. Can you help clear this up? More » 


 

   

Apple reportedly swapping recalled iPod nanos for 6G counterparts; you have yours? from Engadget by Joe Pollicino

Apple reportedly swapping recalled iPod nanos for 6G counterparts; you have yours?

from Engadget by Joe Pollicino

It's been a few weeks since Apple's issued a worldwide recall on a number of its first-gen iPod nanos at risk for becoming uncomfortably hot under the collar. Evidently, many folks who've sent their devices into AppleCare to get swapped are finding that they've being treated with an upgrade to the current sixth-gen variant. Lovers of click wheels may view its square, touchscreen shell as folly, but hey, its hard to fuss over owning latest there is, right? The replacement program is still ongoing, so if you haven't checked to see if your nano qualifies, hit up the "more coverage" link below to find out. Already got yours back? Let us know your mileage in comments!

[Thanks, Scott]

Apple reportedly swapping recalled iPod nanos for 6G counterparts; you have yours? originally appeared onEngadget on Tue, 20 Dec 2011 22:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Brand Identity

Brand Identity

from xkcd.com 

How to Manipulate People to Do What You Want Without Abandoning Your Ethics [Dark Side]

How to Manipulate People to Do What You Want Without Abandoning Your Ethics [Dark Side]

from Lifehacker by Adam Dachis

Manipulation is generally a bad skill to use to get what you want, but sometimes it's justifiable when you have a noble cause. Perhaps you're trying to get someone to live a healthier lifestyle or enjoy an activity with you. When other tactics fail you and it's time to resort to a little manipulative behavior, here are some tricks you can use to get what you want without being completely abandoning your ethics. More » 


 

   

Negotiate Your Salary Like a CEO by Asking for Protection [Salary]

Negotiate Your Salary Like a CEO by Asking for Protection [Salary]

from Lifehacker by Thorin Klosowski

If you've ever wondered how CEOs walk away with millions when they're forced out of a company, it's because they negotiate those exit terms when they sign a contract. In an interview with Slate, executive compensation attorney Jotham Stein recommends you do the same, regardless of your position. More »