Staying off the phone can be a struggle. After all, most of the apps we use are designed to keep us coming back for more over and over again. It’s not really your fault that you lose time scrolling social media or whatever. Still, you may need a bit of help to stop, Resist is the app that will help you kick the habit by making you pay for it.
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Little ELF – cut wrapping paper better
It’s not exactly the season for giving yet but it will be upon us soon! And if you’ve got a lot of gifts to give, you may need a bit of help getting them all wrapped. Well you’re still on your own for the wrapping part but cutting wrapping paper can be more stress free with the Little ELF, the easy wrapping paper cutter.
Read MorePortable Folding Laptop Stand – get your laptop to the perfect height
Standing desks are all the rage. They’re supposed to be better for your health than sitting all day, which is probably true, but then again, who wants to stand all day? Nobody, that’s who. The Portable Folding Laptop Stand lets you convert from standing to sitting easily.
Read MoreSplitwise – get a handle on your share with this app
We share a lot of expenses. If you live with people, you probably split bills. If you go out with friends then you’ve likely shared a meal or two. Sometimes your friend spots you, sometimes you spot them. Make sure you’re keeping all your checks and balances together with Splitwise, the app that helps you pay everyone back.
Read MoreMoment – see how much you’re really on your phone
Are you on your phone too much? I know I am (probably). If you worry that you are and happen to have an iPhone or iPad, then Moment is the app that will track your usage and cut you off when you’ve had enough (as decided by you).
Read MoreFix It Kit – the perfect tool kit for people just starting out
If you live on your own, you need a tool kit. There’s going to be tons of things you have to fix around your home from leaky faucets to loose screws. The Fix It Kit is a small, handy kit that holds common tools for common problems.
Read MoreDrumi – this little washer can help out in a big way
Washing clothes is not always easy. Many people don’t have washing machines and dryers and have to make a trip to the laundry mat from time to time. Plus washing laundry uses a lot of resources which is a waste if your load is small. The Drumi is an easy laundry solution good for both your wallet and the environment.
Read MoreSmart Compose – write emails faster with Gmail
Tried of writing out full emails but the mini responses that Gmail currently has as an option just not doing it for you, communication wise? Good news, Smart Compose is the new predictive text program coming to your Gmail account.
Read MoreUnroll.me – service is pulling out of the EU due to the GDPR
If you use Unroll.me and happen to live in Europe then bad news, the service is ending in your area. Bummer. They can’t meet compliance for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and rather than fix it, they’re just pulling the service, effective May 24.
Read MorePaper Watch – tired of Apple, try paper
Do you like watches but find that they’re just to heavy for your active and lightweight lifestyle? Well good news, the Paper Watch is a wearable that tells time and weighs next to nothing because it is made out of good, old fashion paper (or something pretty close to it).
Read MoreTerms of Service; Didn’t Read – don’t just click accept without knowing what’s in there
Service, for every website that you use. Email, social media, web apps, whatever, they all have rules for use and you, if you’re like most of the population, probably don’t read them. Terms of Service; Didn’t Read is the web app that will make sure you get all the important points.
Read MoreGlowforge – make whatever you want with this laser “printer”
3D printers are all the rage but laser cutters are cool too. Glowforge is the laser cutter that does it all. This not so little box can make things with a variety of different materials opening your design process up to endless possibilities. If you can only buy one printer, make it this one, because it can do everything.
Read MoreIn Car Delivery – have your Amazon packages dropped off in your trunk
Missing a package is not a great feeling. Or having it stolen from your porch. Why not get it delivered somewhere you know it will be safe, like the trunk of your car. If you would like to have your next Amazon package dropped straight at your car, congratulations, the company is rolling out In Car Deliveries with use of the Amazon Key app.
Read MoreNix Mini Color Sensor – stop trying to guess colors
Are you good with colors? As in, identifying them? I mean, outside of the basic color wheel, not everyone is great at naming and picking colors. It’s ok, technology is here to help you out. The Nix Mini Color Sensor identifies and saves colors for you.
Read MoreBBC Sound Effects – add a bit of pop to your next sound based project
Do you like sounds? As in using them in your projects that involve some sort of recording and playback? Well good news, BBC has released 16,000 sound effects for free download. There are some stipulations but that’s a huge library! Check out BBC Sound Effects Library for some cool stuff for your ears!
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