In the past, there has been a clear divide between what was a fitness tracker and what was a smartwatch. A fitness tracker was a band with sensors that relayed data to your smartphone, while a smartwatch had a screen that was essentially an extension of your smartphone, a wrist-bound device that allowed you to check texts, emails and even social media. Over the last few years, however, the two devices have converged. So which one to get?
The Best Spring Fragrances of 2021We sort fragrances into seasons because of what each of them evokes or conjures. Scents play with our senses and tie directly into our memories to recall pivotal ideas — the warmth of a crackling fire in winter, or the uplifting expanse of the open sea during summer. And for those scents that play to spring, they typically nod to the longer days, the blossoming flowers, the freshness after an April shower.
The Best Face Masks of 2021Even with the vaccine slowly making the rounds, the vast majority of us are still wearing face masks — and the research on them continues to evolve. Research has shown transmission can be reduced by up to 96.5 percent if both an infected person and non-infected person are masked accordingly. Of course, you are going to have a better time sticking to the latest scientific advice if you have masks you love. Here are the ones to try.
Ever Wonder What That Extra Lace Hole on Your Gym Shoes Is For? We Found OutNobody ever told me what the extra lace eyelets at the top of my sneakers were for. A running-addicted colleague recently revealed that the extra eyelet is the key to employing a heel lock, also called a lace lock or a runner’s loop. Tied properly, it holds the heel tightly in place, providing support and preventing excess rubbing that might cause blisters. Here's how to tie it.
Using Google Chrome? You Should Be Grouping Your TabsIf you use Chrome as your default web browser (like so many people do) and you're somebody who constantly has too many tabs open at one time (like so many people do), there's a neat feature called Tab Groups that's designed to help you stay better organized. It essentially lets you organize your tabs like a color-coded filing system. We'll show you how.
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