See how easy it is to use the Amazon Kindle eBook reader. This Quick Tips video from CNET shows you how to use the built-in dictionary to look up those hard, mystifying, multi-syllabic words. Finding defintions has never been easier while reading a book. Looking up words on a ...more
Interested in using your Google Android cell phone to read your eBooks when away from your Amazon Kindle eReader? With the free Amazon Kindle app, it's easy. And this brief video tutorial from the folks at Butterscotch will teach you everything you need to know. For more infor ...more
In this video learn how to make a delicious recipe for Irish coffee ice cream, with Irish whiskey, instant espresso, coffee ice cream and whipped cream. This specialty drink is perfect for any hot summer day.
Tim Anderson shows us how to make a hammock in a minute from a sheet or any big piece of cloth. He teaches us how to tie the over hand knot (which is also known as a half hitch knot) and we learn how to tie a lark head knot. When completed, it sure looks comfy. Make an instant ...more
Sometimes managing your calendar in Microsoft Outlook 2007 can be a tough job. Finding the information you need in Microsoft Office can be more than a chore, even when it comes to menial tasks, like adding a holiday to your calendar. But don't worry. There's an easier solution ...more
Not just the Disney princesses have enviable style. This how-to video shows a makeup look based on the villain from Aladdin, Jafar. The cosmetic products used to create this look are MAC's Face and Body foundation, Select mMisturecover concealer, Brunetter brow finisher, Myste ...more
Red velvet cupcakes are indulgent treats in and of themselves, but make them miniature and they'll become instant hits at your next party. Check out this video to learn how to bake and decorate mini red velvet cupcakes. Learn how to make delicious mini versions of the classic ...more
In this video we learn how to make tomato rasam. You will need: 2 tsp ghee, 1/4 tsp mustard seeds, 1/8 tsp asafetida, curry leaves, green chilies, 1/4 tsp crushed black peppercorns, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 1 tomato soup can, 1 tsp tamarind paste, salt, 1 tsp rasam powder, and ...more
In this video, Eugene shows us how to make Ramen. You will need Ramen, onion, carrots, green onions, soup powder and an egg. First, take a pan with boiling water and place your three vegetables into it. After this, place your Ramen into the pan and make sure it's completely so ...more
Boost your confidence with simple, everyday, proper body language. If you want to gain confidence and look and feel more confident instantly, simply watch this to see how to read and understand your body language and use body language to give yourself an instant confidence boo ...more
Do you want to add some zest to the walls of your home without spending a lot of money? You can do easy instant molding with wallpaper or metallic tape that will add a lot of flash for the buck, and this video will show you how to do it.
Now that Google+ is open to everyone, there are a lot of new people who aren't techies trying out the service. When you first sign on, it can be overwhelming. I've decided to round up a bunch of resources to help you get started, and recommend some people for you to follow, if ...more
At Google I/O this morning, Google finally announced the launch of its much awaited Google Music service. It's currently in invite-only beta mode, but they claim it will open up to the masses soon enough. To start syncing your music library with Google's Cloud now, you need ma ...more
Welcome, dear readers, to week two of Edit on a Dime, the community for inexpensive, and, dare I say it, free in many cases, editing software. Magisto - the YouTube plugin designed to add some semblance of order and structure to your videos. This week I’ll be doing a series of ...more
This video shows how to enter an IRC chat with a program called Pidgin, which is normally an instant messaging client. First, you should open Pidgin and open the protocol IRC, selecting or creating a username and changing the server to irc.freenode.net in order to connect to t ...more
Have a hot party going on this weekend? Learn how to make these cool Jell-O shots in oranges with this easy to follow instructional video. All you will need is packets of instant Jell-O, vodka, oranges and snob. All you need to do is follow the instruction on the back of the J ...more
Super easy game. Make sure you put up signs. The trick is furniture polish and a nice pair of socks. Wait five minutes for it to dry. Now you have a bedroom slip n slide. The furniture polish makes the floor ridiculously slippery as if you've got an indoor ice rink! Make an in ...more
This video will show you how to make emotional icon, emoticons, with Adobe Photoshop and ImageReady. You can use these emoticons with Yahoo instant messenger and aim. Make emoticons with Photoshop and ImageReady. Click through to watch this video on tricklife.com
Need an easy to make dessert that's easily prepared even when you're outdoors at a picnic? Then check out this recipe for a tiramisu a l'orange with Sandra lee. Using a storebought instant cheesecake-flavored pudding as the base for the tiramisu, Lee shows you how to quickly a ...more
Protect your privacy by editing or completely erasing your Amazon search history. It's easy. And this brief video tutorial from the folks at Butterscotch will teach you everything you need to know. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get ...more
It may not be your number one spot for finding cool apps for your Android device, but the Amazon Appstore for Android is running a new promotion this week called "Geek Week," where eight of the most popular productivity and utility apps are now on sale for 48 percent off or mo ...more
Hey, would you like to be as cool as this: You wish! But you could do the next best thing, and that's capturing your earth shattering game play with the Easycap DC60. Originally retailing for forty dollars, you can buy this at Amazon for $8.50. This device will capture video ...more
If you're looking to enjoy some home made ice cream, then this is the video for you. This dessert recipe uses some very simple ingredients and dry ice to create an enjoy homemade ice cream. It's science, and it's never been this delicious. Follow this how-to instructional vide ...more
Don't you just love cinnamon swirl bread? Especially the kind with raisins? Well, you don't have to buy it at the grocery store anymore, always worrying about that freshness date, you can make it yourself, right in your own home! This video recipe will show you both the regula ...more
Someone you know have a birthday or wedding coming up? Search Amazon to see if they've set up a wish list (wishlist) or registry! It's easy. And this brief video tutorial from the folks at Butterscotch will teach you everything you need to know. For more information, including ...more
In this video, we learn how to deep clean your nails. You will need to have Talika Instant Manicure where you can buy online or in store. This will remove all the impurities from nail and leave them looking clean. To start, remove the packet from the box and pour it into a bow ...more
When starlets like Amanda Seyfried and Jennifer Aniston want to look glamorous and at their best on the red carpet, there are generally two hairstyles they turn to: 1. A chignon, sometimes paired with a pompadour 2. A loose, slightly curly and way blown out look with all the h ...more
In order to make a really good quick little sangria follow the directions in this video. Start by filling up about ¾ of a cup with wine. Add a splash of coke filling up about half of the remaining space in the cup. Add some fresh lime by squeezing a freshly cut lime. Then use ...more
Tim Brownson talks about how to tap into self-confidence during this video. This technique is called anchoring. An anchor is an idea or event that links to another event that is usually not related in some way but provides some kind of reminder of an emotion. This can also be ...more
Now, rolled-up bangs may not be a good choice for going clubbing (at least not if you're trying to catch a cutie's eye in a positive way) or for work, but work great for Halloween if you're dressing up as a movie star or teeny bopper. If you love the gorgeous look of pin-up r ...more
There a very few people who don’t like gulab jamun, as for us, we just love them. It is a perfect dessert for any occasion - wedding, birthday party, potluck or a romantic dinner for 2! Watch this how-to video to learn how to make gulab jamun, a delicious Indian dessert. Ingr ...more
Word 2007 Rocks! but... Are you getting the most out of Microsoft's Word 2007? Have a look at this video tutorial (below) on how to add fill effects in word 2007. We go through the process of adding textures, gradients and images to shapes. Once you get the hang of using the ...more
In order to pass that big Algebra test you will need to know how to get a fraction from a number with a recurring decimal. If you are looking for a shortcut, look no further than this tutorial. In this video, you will learn how to use the Vedic Mathematics method for finding f ...more
Talk about something that's fun for all ages! Make people upchuck for real with this gag recipe. You will need a frying pan, a quarter cup of applesauce, a package of unflavored gelatin, a pinch or two of powdered cocoa, a package of instant oatmeal with apple chunks, carrot b ...more
In this "Baking with Julia" episode, Julia Child demonstrates how to make white buttermilk bread and utilize the versatility of a bread machine. Measure ingredients before you place the bowl in the machine. She also uses instant yeast. Make white buttermilk bread with a bread ...more
By now, most of you have updated to the new Xbox look. Just as expected, it's got some great new features. The dashboard looks great and Bing integration is awesome, but I'm very unhappy about the new Netflix interface. It's awkward, slow, and half of the items don't even load ...more
Like Facebook, Google+ is a great platform for sharing and viewing photographs. Many talented photographers have already uploaded their portfolios, and in addition to easy album sharing, Google+ offers something Facebook does not—simple editing features for enhancing your phot ...more
Want to perform an unplugged-but-nevertheless-rocking version of "Instant Karma!" by John Lennon of the Beatles? See how it's done with this free video guitar lesson, which presents a complete breakdown of the song and it chords. While this tutorial is geared toward those who ...more
In this video, we learn how to protect your privacy while using Twitter. Your personal information can get stolen in an instant with the internet. With Twitter, when you are doing updates showing where you are and what you are doing, someone could try to find you and potential ...more
WonderHowTo is a how-to website made up of niche communities called Worlds, with topics ranging from Minecraft to science experiments to Scrabble and everything in-between. Check in every Wednesday evening for a roundup of user-run activities and how-to projects from the most ...more
MBAQANGA 72 points (22 points without the bingo) Definition: a South African dance music [n] Back in the late 1950s, old strains of the popular South African indigenous music called marabi, which consisted of careening piano players and improvisational singers steeped in tra ...more
There are a few different types of Apple iPhone and iPad users: general household users who largely consume media—e.g. surfing the web, watching movies, listening to music. Other iPhone and iPad owners use their device(s) to produce stuff—written documents, edited movies, blog ...more
Last week I had a quick look at V.I.K.T.O.R, the anthropomorphized automated editing app that lives on your iPhone, and today it’s time to put it to work. There’s a powerful idea at the center of V.I.K.T.O.R. Our mobile devices make it absurdly easy to shoot high quality vide ...more
Lady Gaga and Polaroid's upcoming Grey Label Camera Glasses can record video and snap pictures, but who really wants to show the world what they're up too on those mini LCD screens? It's nothing more than a fancy gimmick between a pop star and a failing company. Isn't the inte ...more
The SCRABBLE Brand trademark has been around since 1948, but video advertisements for the popular board game didn't appear until the start of this millennium. Although there may be a few SCRABBLE video spots out there that predate 2000, I haven't come across them. Aside from ...more
Use this freeware program from Bill Myers to prevent bandwidth theft of your videos - any format and stored on any site - including Camtasia videos stored on Amazon S3.
Video capture... how does it work? Apparently, I have no idea. What I thought would be a simple undertaking turned out to be a slow and annoying pain. I just wanted to capture video in high definition and to lessen the time it takes to setup, record, and upload the video. Or ...more
Android devices are becoming more and more popular with each passing day, so why is it that Google has yet to design a software program that allows users to manage their music and video libraries on their computers? Apple's iTunes offers iPhone users an easy way to control the ...more
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make rum cake. The ingredients that are required to make this cake are: 18 oz of yellow cake mix, 3.4 oz of Jell-O instant pudding, 4 eggs, 1/2 cup of cold water, 1/2 cup of pure canola oil and 1/2 cup of rum. Begin by adding all th ...more
Google+ is the most exciting new social network to come around this decade, and the only product with a chance of challenging the monopolies we know as Facebook and Twitter. As an Internet addict, I've joined every major social network there is - from Friendster (who?) to MySp ...more
A bow - whether pinned onto your shirt or tied around your waist as a belt - is a quick and easy way to add instant feminine pizazz to any outfit. Even if all you're wearing is a standard white tee and shorts, donning a bow belt will turn that outfit into a pretty look. Check ...more
Interested in adding a new book to your digital collection? It's easy! And this brief video tutorial from the folks at Butterscotch will teach you everything you need to know. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started buying and do ...more
The right-click menu in Windows is a very valuable tool, because it has instant shortcuts available to you, that streamlines your workflow. One thing it doesn't have in Windows XP or Windows Vista is a "Copy To Folder" or "Move to Folder" option. This video will show you how t ...more
This CNET tip gives you fast and easy access to those locations you frequent most on the map, like your home or workplace. Getting instant directions to those favorite places doesn't get any easier. Navigation on your Android cell phone makes life a little easier. This video w ...more
Check into this spreadsheet from +Kimberly Johnson if you want to participate in a Google+ usability study! Although right now it's only open to people in the Bay Area, you can still sign up fo the phone study. Onsite participants get an American Express gift card. +Punit Soni ...more
Fall is now in full swing, which means that the vibrant, colorchanging leaves on all the trees in your neighborhood are taking center stage in the fall scenery. In lush hues of orange, red, sienna, and emerald green, leaves are the most colorful and multidimensional seasonal t ...more
Learn. Evolve. Operate. That's the basis of Leo from Kryon Systems. It's a new application that runs on top of any program you have open (web and desktop applications), providing you with instant help. Leo can actually perform your duties for you! Like in Microsoft Word 2007. ...more
The trick to achieving the perfect smoky eye is glitter. Not too much glitter; rather, a strategic application adds instant pizzazz and liveliness to any matte black and brown shadows. To learn how to create a super glamorous, shimmery smoky eye, check out this makeup video. ...more
Crabfu demonstrates how to mod your iPhone with a microscope for just $5 (UPDATE: the $5 microscope from Amazon is now selling it for $12.50... read more). Incredibly simple to make! Check out the sample images taken below the video. Gears on the Kinekt Gear Ring. $20 Bill . ...more
Phish bone keychains feature a highlighted midsection with three different colors of hemp (in this video we use regular rafia-colored hemp, red hemp, and green hemp) that surround wooden beads. These are great tokens to add to the back of your backpack or to your key ring and ...more