If you’re walking in an area filled in traffic, it pays to concentrate, so listening to an iPod or other music player isn’t very sensible. But despite that obvious bit of advice, it doesn’t follow that we’re at a greater risk of being run over simply because portable music is so popular. More »
Android: Have you ever typed or read on your smartphone while walking at the same time? (Be honest!) For those occasions, Transparent Screen can help you out by showing you what’s right in front of you while you use your phone as usual. More »
It has likely happened to all of us: we’re casually opening the door of a car when another car or bike comes whizzing past, nearly hitting the door because they didn’t see it opening. Instructables user milesfromnelhu recognised the problem and decided to fix it by spray painting a warning strip on the inside of the door. More »
Today is Safer Internet Day in Australia, where tech-savvy people (that’s you, Lifehacker readers!) are encouraged to help the less-informed to avoid net nasties while online. To help along with that process, we’ve gathered together our most helpful guides to online security. Share and enjoy! More »
Bicycles don’t have a lot of ways to tell everyone on the road what you’re doing. Instructables user abikerider fixes part of that problem with a DIY brake lever light switch that informs drivers you’re slowing down. More »
There’s always a lot to organise before you head overseas: itineraries, accommodation, your packing list, and filling your device with entertainment for the flight. But in the rush, you shouldn’t forget to notify some key organisations about your plans. Here are the five most important. More »
This week is International Fraud Awareness Week and while yesterday we discussed how you can protect yourself from fraud and identity theft online, today we’re going to look at how you can keep your personal information safe when you’re away from the computer. More »
Hopefully you’re not travelling to dangerous places with any regularity, but we’ve all found ourselves in more crime-ridden parts of the world at some point. If you want to save your hide, Wired suggests that it helps to carry an offering of money or other wealth so your attacker isn’t enraged at getting nothing. More »
Even if you’re fully decked out in reflective coating, riding a bike at night can be a dangerous thing, which is why Instructable user NEIN decided to rig up a simple system to add blinking turn signals to his bicycle. More »
