If you’ve recently seen a video of a robot elegantly doing something dumb, chances are it was the work of Simone Giertz. She has quickly become, as some put it, the queen of shitty robots.
I’m Simone Giertz, Robot Inventor, and This Is How I Work
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The Sunrise Calendar App Officially Shuts Down at the End of August
Sunrise, the calendar app that was bought by Microsoft last year, is officially sunsetting on August 31. You won’t be able to download it anymore, and the app will stop working altogether.
Prime Members Can Save Nearly 50% on Select Pampers Diapers Today
For a limited time, Amazon’s taking a whopping 30% off select Pampers diapers, plus an additional 20% off for Prime members when you use Subscribe & Save. Just click the variety you want, clip the 30% coupon on the page, and you’ll see the discount reflected at checkout. Even if you don’t have any kids of your own, this deal is worth sharing with your friends who do.
Keep Your Kettlebells Where You Can See Them
In a way, kettlebells are just dumbbells in a different form factor. But their unusual shape can lead to some awkward moments. For one thing, they’re easy to trip over—especially if you have ‘bells scattered around the room during a circuit workout.
Google Translate Adds Offline Mode on iPhone and “Tap to Translate” on Android
Android/iPhone: Google’s rolling out big updates for Google Translate apps on Android and iOS. Most notably, the iOS version now supports an offline mode, but Android also gets a handy new Tap to Translate button.
Use an Egg Carton or a Muffin Tin as a Taco Holder
You can easily prepare and carry multiple tacos at once by using a muffin tin or an egg carton as your prop.
This Video Explains Which Way the Toilet Paper Should Roll
People have been debating
which way the toilet paper should roll
for as long as we’ve had toilet paper. The video above from Wendover Productions provides more folio for this long-standing debate.
This $57 Dash Cam Can Connect Directly To Your Fusebox
We’ve seen our fair share of $50-$70 dash cams, but this new model from Aukey is unique in offering 1080p/60 recording (most in this price range are limited to 30FPS), and the ability to connect its power directly to your car’s fusebox. It also comes with a standard power cable that plugs into your cigarette lighter, but the ability to wire it directly will result in a much cleaner look.
Who Was Your Mentor and How Did You Find Him or Her?
Finding a mentor
can help you get ahead in your career
. If you’ve been lucky enough to have a mentor, tell us, how did you find that person?
The Best File Management App for Android
File managers may be a dime a dozen on Android, but Solid Explorer stands out from the pack. With advanced features for managing and browsing your files, both on your phone and remotely, it’s our new favorite file manager.
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