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Hosted by Adam Pash and Adam Dachis.

Learn tips and tricks for everything from computers to brewing coffee. Want to learn how to make a touch-screen stylus from a candy wrapper? Done. Need to open a beer bottle with paper? Right here. Whether you want to be productive or just have fun, this show will help you get it done. Read More

Kindle Fire, Browser Speed Test, Fold a Shirt in 2 Seconds and More!

Sunday, October 2nd, 2011 – running time 09:16

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It's time to upgrade your daily routine! Dealing with foggy mirrors, tying shoes, and folding laundry can be streamlined. We show you how. Plus, the Kindle Fire, browser speed tests & more!

It's time to upgrade your daily routine! Dealing with foggy mirrors, tying shoes, and folding laundry can be streamlined. We show you how. Plus, the Kindle Fire, browser speed tests & more!

Quickly De-Fog Your Bathroom with a Hair Dryer

Foggy mirrors suck, and towels never do a good job of cleaning them up. Thankfully, a quick burst from a hair dryer should clear the surface so you can see your beautiful visage.

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The Best Way to Tie Your Shoes

You probably haven't thought about your shoe-tying method in several years, but it turns out that the old granny knot you're using isn't the most effective method. Check out the Ian Knot for a super fast lace, and the Reef Knot for a secure hold.

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Top Posts: Amazon's Kindle Fire and Kindle Touch, Stop Facebook's Tracking, and the Fastest Web Browser

This week on Lifehacker, we told you everything you need to know about Amazon's new tablets, learned how to stop Facebook from tracking your every move, and put every major browser to a speed test.

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Tip Tester: Reheat Fried Foods with an Oven Broiler

Tossing fried foods in the microwave just results in a soggy mess, but if you try putting them in the oven, you'll get hot food with all the crispy delicious exterior of its former self.

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Show Title:
Lifehacker
Description:
Learn tips and tricks for everything from computers to brewing coffee. Want to learn how to make a touch-screen stylus from a candy wrapper? Done. Need to open a beer bottle with paper? Right here. Whether you want to be productive or just have fun, this show will help you get it done.
Categories:
How-To & DIY, Technology & Gadgets
Launch Date:
Mar 21, 2011
Episodes:
40
Credits
Adam Dachis (Host)
Adam Pash (Host)