Mihir Patkar's posts

Chrome: Want to know what’s behind the linked file you’re about to download? Preview it first with Peek, a simple…

Some headphone makers put a lot of effort into their packaging. Don’t throw away that plush, attractive case. With a…

Asking for a raise is difficult for most people, and despite how many tips we offer, it’s still hard to do. Ramit…

Everyone wants to retire comfortably, but it’s not easy to tell how far away from it you realistically are. A…

USB-Type C (or USB-C) ports are catching on fast with phones and laptops. Meanwhile, Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 3.0…

You know the good old trick to fold a t-shirt in two seconds. But you can’t do that with a collared dress shirt. You…

TED talks are a great way to learn something new in an entertaining presentation. In a recent quora thread, TED…

Shyness isn’t a lifelong personality trait. Learning to talk to strangers is a skill you can acquire. Want to know…

The knife is the most important tool in the kitchen. But over time, they develop those pesky red rust stains, either…

Web: For some reason, Apple has never made a fully-functional online version of the iTunes App Store or Mac App…

Negotiating a good deal is an art. But you need to know your priorities first, and what actually makes a deal good…

You’ve probably guessed that a plastic bag can protect your DSLR camera in the rain or snow. But there’s a proper…

Android: Android’s open nature is brilliant, but some things can’t be tweaked without rooting or installing Xposed.…

It doesn’t matter how late you stay at the office. Your manager is going to appreciate it you arrive early more, a…

Big goals are daunting, and it’s common practice to break them into smaller tasks. But you can still have trouble…

It’s always fascinating to read how successful people get things done. Celebrated author Raymond Chandler battled…

Web: Public speaking is a huge fear for many people. Speaking.io teaches you the basics for free, with simple do’s…

Everyone wants to quit their bad habits and start good ones instead, like a half-hour of exercise instead of…

Making small talk is one of those things that no one likes, but everyone has to do. Kalina Silverman decided to…

Unless you’re using the whole carton, eggs can be tricky to handle in the kitchen, rolling around on your counter…