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The Wirecutter Deals team scans the virtual aisles of the Internet, searching for great discounts on Wirecutter-recommended products so you don’t have to. In our deal blog posts (like this one), we highlight the discounts that we think Wirecutter readers will love. For more deals information, check out our  Deals page , follow us on Twitter @WirecutterDeals ,  and subscribe to our daily deals newsletter . from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/31i4fMO via the wire cutter

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No matter how big your bed is, sharing that space with someone else can make it feel cramped. Joy Osmanski lives in a one-room loft in downtown Los Angeles and shares a bed with her husband as well as their two toddler children. Depending on how everyone is sleeping, the California-king mattress can feel like it shape-shifts. “There are some nights when the bed feels enormous, where literally, I’m like, ‘Where are you?’” Osmanski said. “Other nights, I can’t even wedge myself in.” Osmanski’s situation may be unique, but sharing a bed with at least one other person is common. A 2012 National Sleep Foundation poll conducted with 1,004 Americans 25 to 55 years old found that 63 percent of respondents slept with a partner. A 2014 FiveThirtyEight survey of 1,057 American adults with a partner reported that less than 20 percent of respondents slept separately a few times a week or more. Wendy Troxel , a senior behavioral and social scientist at the RAND Corporation, noted that although ...

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We spent more than 65 hours researching 53 VPN services, testing five, interviewing the leadership of three, and consulting information security experts. VPNs aren’t necessary for everyone, but for protecting your information on public Wi-Fi (and in some other cases ), TunnelBear is the most transparent and trustworthy provider offering fast, secure connections and easy setup. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2r64vNc via the wire cutter

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This is your official warning: Valentine’s Day is close at hand. If you want to treat your loved ones to flowers this year, we think you should order from UrbanStems . Of the six online flower delivery services we tested, its stylish arrangements were the most beautiful, the freshest, the best packaged, and the easiest to order. And stay tuned: We’re still working on our full review and will be expanding this guide with more details very soon. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2RKzKvB via the wire cutter

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Do you spend more time in bed staring at the ceiling than sleeping? Do you wish you had more energy and focus in the morning? Sign up for our “ Five Days to Better Sleep ” Challenge to learn how small tweaks to your bedroom and mindset can optimize your sleep at night and help you take charge of your day. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/36DY5aM via the wire cutter

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If Valentine’s Day has crept up on you this year, don’t resort to just buying whatever box of chocolates you happen upon at the grocery store. There’s still time to find a thoughtful gift that your loved one will appreciate more. The gifts included here, all of them from our extensively researched guides, come with one- or two-day shipping, so you can quickly get something great at the last minute. And if you need to send something even quicker, check out our guide to instant gifts you can email . from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2Sb8hCe via the wire cutter

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If you’d like to learn to meditate, or keep up with a practice, a meditation app on your phone can help. After talking to meditation experts from the UCLA Mindfulness Awareness Research Center and the UMass Center for Mindfulness, researching a dozen apps, and testing five, we think that Headspace offers the best experience, with excellent guided courses and great short meditations for people on the go. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2JMo0Wv via the wire cutter

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Keeping a supply of reliable respirator masks on hand will leave you with one less thing to worry about in a wildfire or other disaster—and the masks can also be useful when you’re coping with mold or otherwise polluted air. After 50 hours of research and testing, we’re confident that the 3M 8516 N95 Particulate Respirator is the best disposable respirator mask and the 3M Rugged Comfort Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6501QL/49488 is the best reusable respirator. When the air quality is dangerous, though, your first line of defense should be to minimize your time outside and to use an air purifier inside your home. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2JcMo11 via the wire cutter

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A home audio system without a good subwoofer is like a rock band without a bass player: It just never sounds right. When you’re ready to step up from a budget subwoofer , we recommend the Rogersound Labs Speedwoofer 10S . Even when we pitted it against much more expensive models, it emerged as the top pick in our listening tests, and its measured performance is excellent for a model at this price. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2FrZcit via the wire cutter

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Everywhere from elementary-school music programs to retirement homes, people are taking up the ukulele in record numbers , and we think the Alvarez Regent Series RU22C concert uke is the best all-around choice for the average beginner. Our panel of instructors and students loved this model’s sound and styling, and its size is perfect for kids and adults alike. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2ly0ceR via the wire cutter

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Chilly temps plus drafty houses often add up to high utility bills, but using electric bedding to heat your bed costs pennies a night. We think most people will be happiest with a heated mattress pad, which traps heat a bit better, and the Sunbeam Premium Quilted Heated Mattress Pad has better cushioning than most and less noticeable wires. If you do want the ease of a blanket, we prefer the Sunbeam Velvet Plush Heated Blanket . from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/337xF07 via the wire cutter

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Cold feet are a misery. When the weather gets chilly, almost nothing feels better than putting on a pair of cozy slippers to warm your body from the bottom up. After more than 110 hours of research and wearing 35 different styles, we still love our five-time pick, L.L.Bean’s durable and warm Wicked Good Moccasins for women and men . from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2hsudaz via the wire cutter

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To find the best binoculars, we had a professional ornithologist spend over 100 hours field-testing 17 pairs against his own $2,500 Leica Ultravids. After using our test pairs in the mountains and hills of Southern California, then on a research trip to the rain forests of southern Mexico, he found that the Athlon Optics Midas ED 8x42 pair was the best of the group, offering performance comparable to his Leicas for a fraction of the price and the widest field of view out of all the binoculars tested. This means you’ll see more, and it will look better. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2l0efst via the wire cutter

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After 17 hours interviewing entomologists, allergists, and exterminators, as well as researching and testing 17 mattress and pillow encasements, we’re confident that Protect-A-Bed AllerZip Smooth Mattress Encasement and Pillow Protectors are the best for protecting your bed from bedbugs and dust mites. Their seams are reinforced better than those of all the brands we tested, they were more comfortable to sleep on, and they have the best zippers for keeping critters out and the encasement securely in place. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2QpCi3w via the wire cutter

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If you have a device with a USB-C port—such as a MacBook , iPad Pro , Nintendo Switch , or Android phone —you need some cables for charging, transferring data, and displaying video. Unfortunately, when it comes to USB-C, even cables that look identical can perform very differently—a cable that offers impressively fast charging may transfer data at a maddeningly slow pace, or vice versa. We’ve tested 68 cables and 16 adapters to make sure you get the right cable for your needs and to help you find the best value on the cables that can do it all. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2HHB9zI via the wire cutter

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Your new turntable was conceived in an era when vinyl records were the royalty of the audio world, but born in an age dominated by digital systems that can summon millions of tunes at the touch of a button. Getting these digital systems to work with 1950s technology can be complicated. With vinyl record sales surpassing CD sales in 2019 , it’s no wonder the number-one audio question I hear right now from family and friends is, “How can I connect a turntable to my (receiver, Bluetooth headphones, wireless speaker—you name it)?” from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/319olZC via the wire cutter

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Wrapping up in a great comforter should feel like enveloping yourself in a warm, plush cloud. After hundreds of hours of sleeping with dozens of comforters, we recommend the Riley Goose Down . Lots of down comforters are lofty, warm, and well-constructed—the real trick is finding one that’s well-priced and guaranteed to last. The Riley is it, and we think you’ll be happy sleeping under it for many years. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2F2QmGH via the wire cutter

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Nothing highlights the importance of a good pillow like trying to sleep on a bad one, and people who sleep on their side, in particular, can have a tough time finding the right fit because they need more neck and head support. We’ve found that the Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow is the best for a range of side-sleepers. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2OcDsNJ via the wire cutter

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If you toss and turn because your mattress is too firm, adding a topper could help you sleep better. After 40 hours of research, and sleeping for over 300 hours on 17 different models, we found four of the best memory-foam , latex , and fiber-filled mattress toppers to help soften up your bed. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2t7BXVb via the wire cutter

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After reading hundreds of owner reviews of linen sheets, testing samples from 21 highly regarded sets, and sleeping in seven sets on our own beds, we’re confident that Cultiver Linen Sheets offer the best combination of softness, great colors and prints, and the option to buy individual pieces. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2mUSecv via the wire cutter

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After more than 30 hours of research and testing, including a session evaluating eight pregnancy pillows with a prenatal physical therapist, the Bluestone Full Body Contour U Pillow is the pillow we’d recommend to help you sleep comfortably and keep your body well-supported during pregnancy. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/37MdU0A via the wire cutter

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நாமல் - றிஷாத் அறிக்கையின் பின்னணி என்ன, தவறாக வழி நடாத்தப்பட்டாரா நாமல், அ.இ.ம.கா தலைவர் றிஷாதின் பலம்...? இனவாதம் பேசுவதில் மொட்டு அணியினர் வல்லவர்கள். அவ்வாறு பேசியே கடந்த ஜனாதிபதி தேர்தலில் பாரிய வெற்றியும் பெற்றிருந்தனர். வெற்றி பெற்ற பின் உருப்படியாக ஏதாவது செய்து மக்கள் ஆதரவை பெற முடியாததனால் மீண்டும் இனவாதத்தையே கையில் எடுத்துள்ளனர். இதில் ஒரு அங்கமாக அ.இ.ம.காவின் தலைவர் பயன்படுத்தப்படுகிறார். தற்போது பா.உ ஹக்கீமையும் இனவாதத்தோடு தொடர்புபடுத்தி வாட்டி எடுக்கின்றமை சுட்டிக்காட்டத்தக்கது. இதுவெல்லாம் நீண்ட காலம் நிலைக்கப் போவதில்லை. " தங்களுக்கு மூன்றில் இரண்டு பெரும்பான்மை பலம் கிடைக்காவிட்டால் காடழிப்பு குற்றச்சாட்டுக்கு உள்ளாகியுள்ளோரிடம் கையேந்தும் நிலை ஏற்படும் " என பா.உ நாமல் ராஜபக்ஸ கூறியிருந்ததாக சில தமிழ், சிங்கள இணையங்களில் காணக்கிடைத்தது. இவ் விடயத்தை தமிழ் இணையமொன்று ( sonakar.com ), றிஷாதோடு இணையும் சூழ்நிலை ஏற்படுமென" நாமல் கூறியதாக தலைப்பிட்டு பதிவிட்டிருந்தது. இந்த சில்லறை ஊடக வியாபாரம் தமிழ் மொழி ஊடகங்களில் சாதாரணமாகவே நடந்தேறுவதே! அவ் ஊடக...

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Even with a deluge of new offerings from startups and old-school mattress companies, all touting game-changing tech and the promise of a perfect night’s sleep, most mattresses fall into three simple categories: spring (aka innerspring), foam, and hybrid. We go into more depth about what to look for in our mattress buying guide , but if you’re shopping for a new mattress, you should try out at least a couple of each—you might be surprised by what you find comfortable. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2RYeH7W via the wire cutter

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We’ve done hundreds of hours of research and slept on dozens of different sheets in order to figure out just what makes a great set stand out from the rest. If you’re lost in the bedding aisle while trying to figure out what to buy, this guide will help you walk away with a winner. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2OcaWdP via the wire cutter

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Most people shop for mattresses all wrong, focusing on arbitrary measures of firmness level or sleep position, considering only price point, or simply choosing the materials and technology touted in an ad. But that approach can land you a not-so-comfy mattress you may regret buying. The advice in this guide will show you a better way (hint: focus on comfort and support) and builds on our hundreds of hours of research and sleep testing to help you find a mattress you’ll happily sleep on for years. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2RA5MLd via the wire cutter

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The Wirecutter Deals team scans the virtual aisles of the Internet, searching for great discounts on Wirecutter-recommended products so you don’t have to. In our deal blog posts (like this one), we highlight the discounts that we think Wirecutter readers will love. For more deals information, check out our  Deals page , follow us on Twitter @WirecutterDeals ,  and subscribe to our daily deals newsletter . from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2OaLOUH via the wire cutter

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I’ve documented the past 20 years of my love affair with running in about 10 notebooks, training logs, and journals. I’ve almost always worn a running watch to capture metrics such as time, pace, distance, and heart rate. But I’ve also made it a point to write down the details surrounding my mileage—or, for that matter, any workout. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/38Q4Ur6 via the wire cutter

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You don’t want to feel like you’ve been folded up after sitting in a folding chair for a few hours. After looking at owner reviews and testing the top six models to check them for build and comfort—and planting a wide variety of butts in the chairs in our offices and homes—we still recommend the flexible HDX Black Plastic Seat Foldable Folding Chair , our favorite since 2017 (when it was called the MityLite FlexLite). from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2kDQHu7 via the wire cutter

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Thanks to the 2017 tax bill, taxes are different this year —and so are our recommended online filing apps. We think H&R Block Free is best for people whose taxes are simple, without itemized deductions, consisting of any combination of a W-2 job, basic investments, kids, and student loans. The company also offers H&R Block Free File for people who make less than $66,000 and are under age 51 but have more complicated taxes. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/319pDno via the wire cutter

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After 20 hours of research and testing, including interviews with one sleep researcher, two audiologists, and a sound engineer, we’re confident the LectroFan by ASTI is the white noise machine you’ll want to fall asleep with. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2P8TCId via the wire cutter

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You’ll quickly know when you’ve got a crappy air mattress—whether it has a slow, steady sink from a leak or a sputtering pump that calls it quits before the job is done. After researching dozens of air mattresses and testing seven, we think the SoundAsleep Dream Series Air Mattress won’t let you down. Its robust built-in pump, bed-like sleep surface, and reliable warranty make it the one to choose for guests. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2yxQJFt via the wire cutter

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After eight hours of research, including interviewing two physical therapists, and cuddling up with eight body pillows, we recommend the soft, springy Down-Free Fill Body Pillow from The Company Store for sleepers who need mild to medium support for their shoulders, hips, and ankles. The denser, moldable Snuggle-Pedic Memory Foam Body Pillow will keep sleepers who need extra stomach, hip, or knee support more comfortable throughout the night. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2CalXUA via the wire cutter

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Whether you’re reading, dozing, or simply relaxing in bed, the right lighting goes a long way to create a soothing atmosphere. But finding lamps that look great, function well, and have a reasonable price can be a tall order. We looked at dozens of options ranging from $35 to $200, and we found six that we recommend for a variety of bedroom styles and sizes. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2HaZJHC via the wire cutter

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If you use your phone in the bedroom at night, it’s probably messing with your sleep , even if you mute and dim it. An alarm clock can be a healthy upgrade to a distraction-free bedroom, despite its feeling like a technological downgrade. After our phone-free week of testing, we recommend five clocks (including analog, digital, and smart versions) for a more peaceful bedroom. They won’t be too bright at night, and they will dependably wake you in the morning and look nice on your nightstand. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2JMMIUE via the wire cutter

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Whether you fill your pie with crisp apples, sour cherries, pumpkin custard, or chocolate cream, a great pie plate can help it look good and taste great, preventing slumping crusts and soggy bottoms. We’ve tested 19 pie plates since 2013, and we recommend the affordable OXO Good Grips Glass 9″ Pie Plate . It’s just the right size, it bakes evenly, and it allows you to check if the bottom of your pie is browned. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2OBTdvv via the wire cutter

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Testing bed frames might sound like a sneaky way of getting to nap on the job, but it’s surprisingly rigorous. To find our six favorite frames, we spent weeks on research and several sweaty days unpacking boxes, tightening bolts, and, yes, collapsing into bed. All of our picks are durable, high-quality, and stylish. For more budget-friendly options, we’ve also chosen our favorite under- $300 frames . from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/30rwPZW via the wire cutter

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If you’re looking for a simple, affordable option to get excellent stereo sound, the Sony STR-DH190 is your best choice in a stereo receiver. It has the essential features most listeners want, including Bluetooth and a phono input for a turntable, and it’s simple to set up and use. Our listening tests show that you’d have to spend more than twice as much to get better sound quality. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2yeABgl via the wire cutter

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If outdoor light interrupts your sleep, you may rest better using blackout or room-darkening curtains. After testing 20–using a strobe burst and a light-sensitive camera–we’ve found our favorites: the Freemansburg Solid Blackout Thermal Curtains , if you want a stylish option that blocks most light; or the Sebastian Insulated Total Blackout Window Curtains , if you need cavelike darkness (and don’t mind shiny fabric). from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/38NKpLH via the wire cutter

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After almost 100 total hours of research, interviewing experts, evaluating nearly every model available, and testing 29 toothbrushes ourselves in hundreds of trials at the bathroom sink, we’ve found that the Oral-B Pro 1000  is the best electric toothbrush for most people. It has the fewest fancy features of the models we tested, but it does have the most important things experts recommend—a built-in two-minute timer and access to one of the most extensive and affordable lines of replaceable toothbrush heads available—for the lowest price. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2Etad0I via the wire cutter

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After 11 hours researching hundreds of crib mattresses and a month testing 12 of them, we found the Moonlight Slumber Little Dreamer is the best choice. It provides a firm, comfortable, easy-to-clean sleep surface for your child from infancy until it’s time for a big-kid bed. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2uFot6K via the wire cutter

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The Wirecutter Deals team scans the virtual aisles of the Internet, searching for great discounts on Wirecutter-recommended products so you don’t have to. In our deal blog posts (like this one), we highlight the discounts that we think Wirecutter readers will love. For more deals information, check out our Deals page , follow us on Twitter @WirecutterDeals , and subscribe to our daily deals newsletter . from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/36zR8HR via the wire cutter

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Though the Federal Emergency Management Agency , the American Red Cross , and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all provide emergency-supply checklists, those lists can be intimidating in their breadth and their specificity. In reality, for the most part you can assemble an emergency kit out of stuff you’d use anyway and may already own. There’s never a bad time to prepare for a crisis by stocking up on gear and organizing it so you know exactly where it is when you need it most. We did 120 hours of research and tested nearly 100 different products to come up with 31 products that will be indispensable in case of a natural disaster—and helpful in everyday life, too. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2jcUfCd via the wire cutter

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If you recoil at the thought of preparing your own tax return and wonder how you can find a good certified public accountant (CPA) or tax professional, you’re not alone. According to the IRS, about 58% of the more than 138 million tax returns e-filed through November 22, 2019 (for the 2018 tax year), were prepared by a pro . from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2O64QM4 via the wire cutter

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After three years of researching can openers, speaking with cookbook authors, and opening 121 cans with 23 can openers, we think the EZ-Duz-It is the best can opener for most people. The EZ-Duz-It is an inexpensive, no-frills opener that gets the job done every time. It securely latches onto cans and cuts through their lids with ease. And since it’s so durable, we’re confident it will last you for decades to come. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2uBiq37 via the wire cutter

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After researching more than 60 cookware sets and rigorously testing 17, we think the Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad 12-Piece Cookware Set is the best because of its solid construction and affordable price. It’s also one of the few sets we found to include the larger pot and pan sizes our pros recommended, and it was the only set we tested that included a 12-quart stockpot. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2KIhkGe via the wire cutter

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Compared with the rechargeable electric toothbrushes Wirecutter recommends , the battery-powered Quip produces much weaker vibrations. For this and other reasons, we don’t recommend the Quip (that sleek, shiny brush, third from the right, above) as an everyday electric toothbrush for most adults. (We do, however, think the company’s smaller version is a great choice for kids .) from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/36yhbyU via the wire cutter

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Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, or illustrious suffragette Anna Howard Shaw’s birthday , you should make it an occasion to treat the special lady—or ladies, if you’re lucky—in your life. We’ve pulled together our favorite Valentine’s Day gifts for women so you can show her you care on this most auspicious February 14 holiday. And many of these picks would make equally good gifts for any special someone on your list. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/36CmWvs via the wire cutter

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Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day, Palentine’s Day, or illustrious suffragette Anna Howard Shaw’s birthday , you should make it an occasion to treat the special guy—or guys, if you’re lucky—in your life. We’ve pulled together the best Valentine’s Day gifts to show your father, brother, boyfriend, husband, or doomed Tinder date just how much you care. But why should the guys have all the fun? Most of these items would make great gifts for anyone on your list. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2uEfDGw via the wire cutter

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I’m 24 years old and currently have $24 in my savings account. My lack of savings isn’t unique. Young adults face a host of economic foes that stop them from saving. We’re hit with everything from the ever-increasing cost of living to medical bills to student loans to trying to actually have a life, all of which leaves little for the future. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2vm3zd9 via the wire cutter

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You can do better than the charging cable included with your Apple Watch. If you want to keep your watch from sliding off the charger, prefer to prop the face up to use it in Nightstand mode, or just need a replacement cable or charger for your desk or luggage, Apple is no longer the only company that makes cables, stands, and docks for the Apple Watch. We spent 20 hours testing 12 of the latest Apple-certified Apple Watch charging accessories to find the best options. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/2UjT1DR via the wire cutter