Money

Know When To Dispute Your Auto Repair Bill To Avoid Needless Charges

Getting your car fixed at a mechanic is a stressful experience, but it doesn’t always have to be an expensive one. Keeping an eye on your bill and making sure to speak up when there’s an error can mean the difference between balancing the budget and going broke.


June 7, 2011
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Ask LH: What Can I Do After A Drink Is Spilled On My Laptop Keyboard?

Dear Lifehacker, Someone spilt booze all over my MacBook Pro. The keys are sticking. What can I do? Cheers, Man Always Reading Kotaku


May 16, 2011
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Ask LH: Is It Worth Repairing A Notebook With A Dead Motherboard?

Dear Lifehacker, My trusty Dell XPS M1530 decided to kick the bucket by motherboard suicide, and it will cost $660 to replace. Is there any way to repurpose the parts as it still packs plenty of grunt, had dedicated graphics with HDMI etc. Ideally I’d like to find a cheap motherboard and mount it all in a case to use as an HTPC/file server. Otherwise what options do I have? Is there any use for the screen or other bits? Yours, TooLegit2Quit


January 19, 2011
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What To Do When You’ve Just Busted Your Camera

You’ve just dropped your camera—on the pavement, into a pool, or smack-dab onto something else. You’ll be grief-stricken at the thought of paying for another camera. Aargh!


December 17, 2010
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How To Find A Good Shoe Repairer

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If you’ve paid good money for a comfortable pair of shoes, getting them fixed is frequently cheaper than buying a new pair when problems arise. The Niggle It blog shares an ingenious trick for finding a reliable shoe repair shop if you’re in an unfamiliar city.


July 31, 2010
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Repair Your iPhone Screen On The Cheap

Don’t shell out a pile of cash to get your iPhone screen repaired. This detailed guide will help you replace the screen on your iPhone 3G on the cheap and with little fuss.


May 31, 2010
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Best Computer Diagnostic Tools

Computers grow easier to use and more dependable with each new generation of hardware and operating systems but that doesn’t mean we never have to troubleshoot them. Today we look at the top five tools for troubleshooting your computer.


January 21, 2010
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DIY Refrigerator Care Saves Money, Keeps Refrigerator Alive Longer

We recently highlighted a few ways to pamper your dishwasher to make it last longer, but refrigerators need a little TLC, too. Here’s some maintenance tips to keep yours humming along smoothly.


January 6, 2010
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How To Save Your Laptop From Spills

Dear Lifehacker, I dumped a glass of iced tea all over my laptop. Is it completely hosed, or can I save my computer from becoming a paperweight?


December 30, 2009
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How To Remove Super Glue From Practically Anything

Super Glue and its off-brand cousins are the next best thing to duct tape when it comes to good-enough repairs, but heaven help you if it spills. Luckily, there’s a guide to getting SuperGlue out or off of nearly anything.