You can now track where your friends and family are with Google's new feature for Google Map called "Latitude". Google Latitude can be used on the following compatible mobile devices: Android-powered devices, such as the T-Mobile G1 iPhone and iPod touch devices (coming soon) most color … [Read more...] about Track your Friends and Family with Google Latitude
Energy saving tip – How much money can you save by turning off your computer overnight?
I never realized that a good amount of money can be saved just by cutting the unnecessary wasted energy costs. Note: This definitely isn't applicable to everyone or every scenario but in some cases applying this technique can save a bit of money. I have done a little experiment with the … [Read more...] about Energy saving tip – How much money can you save by turning off your computer overnight?
The differences between Power (Watts) and Energy (Kilowatts-hour, kWh)
Before you can start saving money by cutting cost on unnecessary electricity usage in an attempt to live a greener life (Essential tips to start living Green today), you need to understand Power and Energy and the units of power (watt) and energy (kWh), what they mean, how do you use these terms … [Read more...] about The differences between Power (Watts) and Energy (Kilowatts-hour, kWh)
Essential tips to start living Green today
In this article I have put together a list of things that I am going to attempt to do from today to start living a greener life, which virtually cost me very little to nothing but the rewards are great. I have decided to try these things out in an attempt to living a greener life not only because it … [Read more...] about Essential tips to start living Green today
Cut Onions without tears
If you use onions to cook from time to time and is annoyed with the whole onions making you cry then here are a few cool tricks that you can do to stop your eyes from crying when you cut onions. … [Read more...] about Cut Onions without tears
Bank card or Credit card plastic bag swiping trick
Have you ever had trouble swiping your Bank/Credit card at the checkout? Here is a card bag swiping trick for you. The Problem: Bank card or Credit card doesn't work when swiped. Solution: Wrap the card in a thin, clear plastic bag and swipe it again. Arrange a replacement of the … [Read more...] about Bank card or Credit card plastic bag swiping trick
Crayon on the wall? Remove it easily
This is a brilliant tip if you've got kids (and your kids have got crayons!). Spray WD40 onto the crayon stain and wipe away. Works every time! … [Read more...] about Crayon on the wall? Remove it easily
Candle wax on the carpet
From carpets, fabric, and upholstery: Harden the wax by pressing ice against it. Scrape off the wax with a blunt knife, and then cover what is left with a sheet of kitchen paper and ironing over the top with a cool iron. Do not touch carpet fibers directly with the iron. Remove any remaining marks … [Read more...] about Candle wax on the carpet
How to get rid of stains and marks on wooden furniture
Alcohol spots and watermarks can be removed with a cream metal polish (test on an inconspicuous area first), then faded areas can be disguised with ash or shoe polish; grease marks on unsealed wood can be sprinkled with good old talc, which you then cover with kitchen paper and press with a warm … [Read more...] about How to get rid of stains and marks on wooden furniture
Putting the sparkle back in your stainless steel sink
To shine stainless steel sinks generously sprinkle either table salt or baking soda into the sink. Then Cut a fresh lemon in half and use the cut end of the lemon as a crubby-pad. Rinse with hot water and the sink will sparkle! … [Read more...] about Putting the sparkle back in your stainless steel sink