One does not simply deep-fry a turkey. It’s an intricate process that requires careful preparation, intense focus, and just a bit of luck lest your holiday feast become a Turkey Day tragedy. Here’s how to cook that bird without getting the fire department involved. More »
You need your house to feel safe over the holidays, whether you’re heading out of town, or staying home to host family between turkey time and New Year’s Eve. That’s where technology can help. Here’s a look at the essential items to consider when you’re defending your castle this holiday season. More »
Homeowners in northern states have already had to turn on their furnaces and boilers this fall. And a lot of them are already paying too much to make the house warm and keep the lights on. The thing is, you don’t have to be a glutton to waste energy—many homeowners with good intentions still end up blowing money this time of year. More »
By 2014, the Energy Independence and Security Act will effectively ban incandescent light bulbs from US households. And no matter how many bulbs you’re hoarding, the stockpile will eventually burn out. More »
Your front lawn is full of gravestones, skeletons hang from the trees, and a haze of cobwebs coats your porch. Yup, you’ve gone all out this Halloween to make your house the spookiest on the block. More »
So, remember when we said bulbs with wireless radios are the future of lighting? We weren’t lying. Philips just upped the ante by making bulbs that can not only cast four gorgeous shades of white, but any color you can imagine. More »
An obsessive coffee aficionado uses the pour-over method to get the absolute maximum control over the way the cup comes out. But not everyone has 20 minutes to sit there babysitting every cup, making sure 500 mL of water takes exactly 4 minutes to saturate the grinds. More »
The Island of Dr. Moreau-style splicing of technologies is generally one trend the world could do without. “Haven’t you always wanted a lava lamp with a built-in hatchet?” No, Mr. Pitchman, and please take your abominations elsewhere. More »
No kitchen drawer should go without a little power screwdriver. any of the four in our recent test will do. But even those tiny drills were pretty serious workhorses, and for around-the-house tasks like tightening a loose cabinet pull, they’re more than you need. More »
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