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Author: David Kender, USA TODAY

Life

How to fix broken Christmas lights: Tips for solving common problems with string lights, burned-out bulbs

December 10, 2020December 15, 2020 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on How to fix broken Christmas lights: Tips for solving common problems with string lights, burned-out bulbs

Busted Christmas string lights can darken your holidays. Here’s how to make simple repairs to burned-out bulbs, fuses, and other common problems.

Tech

The 3 biggest myths about doing laundry

February 18, 2020 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on The 3 biggest myths about doing laundry

Here’s the truth about how much detergent you should really use, natural alternatives, and the right water temperature for clean clothes.

Life

Motion smoothing or the “soap opera effect” is real: Fix your TV now

February 10, 2020 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on Motion smoothing or the “soap opera effect” is real: Fix your TV now

Motion smoothing on a TV can create weird image quality. Here’s what causes the “soap opera” effect, why it’s bad, and how to change it.

Money

7 things to know before buying a new appliance

January 29, 2020January 30, 2020 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on 7 things to know before buying a new appliance

Picking out a new kitchen appliance can be intimidating. Here are seven things you need to know before buying that washer, oven, or refrigerator.

Tech

How high-tech does an electric toothbrush really need to be?

January 20, 2020 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on How high-tech does an electric toothbrush really need to be?

Poor brushing habits can only be corrected so much by expensive toothbrushes. A better brush can train you to do better, but don’t opt for overkill.

Money

2020 is a great time to make these 5 easy New Year’s tech resolutions

January 1, 2020 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on 2020 is a great time to make these 5 easy New Year’s tech resolutions

Change bad digital habits with simple steps for a healthier, safe internet in the new year. A couple of sanity-saving keys: password managers and VPNs.

Tech

New gadget? Now it’s time to learn how to use it

December 27, 2019 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on New gadget? Now it’s time to learn how to use it

Where to get free tech support for Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, Microsoft Home Depot, Lowes, or other retail products.

Life

Have yourself a cleaner Christmas: How to reduce, reuse and recycle all that holiday trash

December 25, 2019 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on Have yourself a cleaner Christmas: How to reduce, reuse and recycle all that holiday trash

Christmas creates a lot of trash. Here’s how to recycle or reuse everything: wrapping paper, ribbons, old tech, and more.

Tech

Trouble with your Christmas lights? Here’s what to do

December 14, 2019 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on Trouble with your Christmas lights? Here’s what to do

Busted Christmas string lights can darken your holidays. Here’s how to make simple repairs to burned-out bulbs, fuses, and other common problems.

Tech

Myth vs. fact: Unplugging devices when you leave the house

November 27, 2019November 27, 2019 David Kender, USA TODAY Comments Off on Myth vs. fact: Unplugging devices when you leave the house

The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends unplugging devices when not in use. But should you worry about wasting energy or safety?

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Headlines

‘Never seen anything like this’: Idalia deluge still wreaking havoc in Southeast. Live updates

August 31, 2023 John Bacon, Douglas Soule and Christopher Cann, USA TODAY

Gadget guru or digitally distracted? Which of these 5 tech personalities are you?

August 31, 2023 Jennifer Jolly

‘Couldn’t believe it’: Floridians emerge from Idalia’s destruction with hopes to recover

August 31, 2023 Christopher Cann, Douglas Soule and Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY

U.S. Embassy urges Americans to leave Haiti ‘as soon as possible’

August 31, 2023 Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY

PCE inflation report: Key measure ticks higher in July. What will the Fed do?

August 31, 2023 Paul Davidson, USA TODAY

These kids are good: Young Reds in pursuit of a pennant stretch to remember

August 31, 2023 Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY

At 61, Meg Ryan is the lead in a new rom-com. That shouldn’t be such a rare thing.

August 31, 2023 Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY

1 dead, 18 injured after collision between car, Greyhound bus in Maryland, police say

August 31, 2023 Emily DeLetter, USA TODAY

College professor harassed students to quench ‘clown fetish,’ offering extra credit, cash

August 31, 2023 Chris Quintana and Colin Campo, USA TODAY

USA TODAY Sports staff makes college football picks: Check out the predictions for 2023

August 31, 2023 USA TODAY
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