In the early days of cell phones, you had to think long and hard about using one. Yes, early cell phone plans might only have offered 30 or 60 minutes per month. And yes, additional minutes could be excruciatingly expensive in those days. But time limits aside, early cell phone users had an equally pressing …
Good lighting can make the difference between a warm, inviting home and a foreboding environment. Imagine the intro shot to an old horror movie. It’s a dark and stormy night, and the decrepit mansion is shrouded in gloom. Illuminated only by a brief lightning flash, its very presence sends a chill down our hero’s spine. …
The Nintendo Switch has not gotten nearly as much fanfare as its compatriots, the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. In fact, when journalists discuss the so-called “console wars,” Nintendo is often left out of the conversation altogether. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Perhaps it’s an acknowledgement that Nintendo’s systems are fundamentally different from …
Of all the places you need to worry about air quality, your home may not be the first that comes to mind. Even if your workplace doesn’t have any chemicals or industrial waste, there’s still dust and germs. And if you work in a city, you’re also being exposed to all kinds of ambient pollution. …
If you’re concerned about the quality of your home’s indoor air, you’re not alone. Americans have been using home air purifiers for years, to deal with issues like allergies, asthma, and chemical sensitivities. And with the coming of the Covid-19 pandemic, everyone has been thinking harder about what goes into their lungs. But why are …