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Hack A Cheap Plastic Pumpkin To Play Custom Sounds When People Get Close
Plastic pumpkins are a mainstay around Halloween, but if you want to give the ubiquitous little candy holder a bit more character, Adafruit has a guide for adding lights and custom sounds.
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My iPhone Doesn’t Need To Be Revolutionary
Each year, Apple and Google hold press conferences to show off their new mobile operating systems. These days, both are often met with a resounding “meh” followed by outcries that Apple’s just an imitator. Here’s an unpopular opinion: I don’t care.
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How To Choose Between A Backpack And A Suitcase For Travel
Different types of holidays require different gear, and one of the biggest choices most of us make as we head off to the airport is the choice between packing everything into a backpack or a suitcase. They each have their strengths and weaknesses and are better suited for certain situations.
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Ask LH: How Can I Persuade Someone To Seek Professional Help?
Dear Lifehacker, I have a friend who who seems to have some issues that would benefit from seeing a mental health professional. How can I tell him this without being a jerk?