You Can Now React to iMessages With Emojis and Stickers
Not every text message needs a written response. If someone said something funny, you hit them with a “Haha” reaction. If you’re good with a proposed plan, reaction with a…
You Can Bring ‘Blob’ Emojis Back to Your Android Phone
Screenshot: Jake Peterson I’m generally an Apple man, but even I can admit Android’s “blobs” were the superior emoji. They’re cute, they’re fun, they’re unique, and they were unjustly retired…
Avoid These Mistakes When Washing Wool
Photo: evrymmnt (Shutterstock) Wool is a pretty incredible fabric: It’s antimicrobial, breathable, odor-resistant, and extremely durable. It can also be tricky to wash and dry. While some wool is machine…
The Best Shortcuts for Using GIFs and Emojis on Your Computer
Screenshot: Khamosh Pathak iPhone and Android smartphones have made it easy to talk in emojis and GIFs. They come built-in to the keyboard with a dedicated button—Android even has GIF…
How to Fix Those Oversized App Icons on Your Mac’s Dock
Photo: Jesse33 (Shutterstock) The dock is one of the most distinguishing aspects of macOS. It offers you an easy way to launch your favorite apps quickly without cluttering up your…
9 Ways You Should Be Using Activity Monitor to Make Your Mac Run Better
Screenshot: Pranay Parab The Activity Monitor’s dock icon can be changed to a live tile that displays useful information. This makes it a lot more useful in the dock than…
18 Features That Prove Snapchat Is for More Than Sending Disappearing Nudes
Screenshot: Jake Peterson Most of the time, your saved snaps are protected simply by locking your phone. However, if you give someone access to your phone, or they happen to…
How Your Emojis Are Being (Mis)Interpreted If You’re Texting People Under 25
Photo: Vitalii Stock (Shutterstock) As of this month, there are 3,633 “official” emojis available across the world. The tiny pictographs can convey tons of emotions and ideas, but like any…
How to Decode the Confusing Care Labels on Your Clothes
Photo: Tarzhanova (Shutterstock) The first time you launder a new item of clothing, you may go in with the best intentions—ensuring that you lay it flat to dry, or wash…
The Easiest Way for Kids to Peel Stickers
Photo: Lana Iva (Shutterstock) Little kids have an innate love of stickers, and rightfully so—they are bright and colorful, add whimsy to any plain, boring piece of paper, and the…