June 30, 2010 – It's arguably Apple's greatest skill: Making your previous gear look obsolete next to their new releases. So what do you do with your devices after they've been made redundant? [Lifehacker]

June 30, 2010 – Google News gets a new look, Android's 3.0 Gingerbread update may be aiming for October, and YouTube will let you skip ads. YouTube Gets It, Will Allow Ad SkippingYouTube will introduce an ad-skip button later this year. [Lifehacker]

June 30, 2010 – Timesheets aren't the most enjoyable way to keep track of how many hours you've worked, but Lifehacker reader Seeräuber Jenny has a Gmail tracking system that saves all the important details without the added edge and stress. I work on a freelance/consultant basis a lot. [Lifehacker]

June 30, 2010 – Windows only: ShellNewHandler is a small, installation-free tool that cleans up and eliminates programs and files from your your Windows context menu's "New" shortcut, providing quicker access to the ones that you actually use. The more cluttered and bloated your context menu, the longer it takes... [Lifehacker]

June 27, 2010 – It's not hard to turn an extra USB stick lying around that's collecting dust into extra memory for your computer, allowing it to run speedier and manage more applications better. DIY site Instructables has a guide on how to put a flash drive to good use by using it to increase the virtual RAM on... [Lifehacker]

June 27, 2010 – We've covered some neat DIY cases for your iPad before, but this particular notebook case not only disguises your coveted device, but it also serves as an adjustable stand for all your typing needs. This Instructables project uses a hardcover spiral-bound notebook, two layers of foam core, a few... [Lifehacker]

June 27, 2010 – This elegant and simple DIY solution transforms an extra PVC pipe into a durable, rust-resistant dish rack that you can use everyday for your kitchen. PVC pipes are actually ideal for this DIY repurposing kitchen solution, given that they're most often used in water systems—and they're built... [Lifehacker]

June 26, 2010 – Windows 7 only: 7LogonChanger browses and sets selected Flickr and Picasa photos as your wallpaper or Windows 7 login screen easily. You can change the Windows 7 login screen with a custom image from your computer, but 7LogonChanger tag searches and browses photo services Flickr and Picasa for... [Lifehacker]

June 26, 2010 – It's expensive replacing batteries for devices that don't have an AC adapter socket, but if you've got a little time you can make your own AC-powered "batteries" that will power your device without heavy modification. Instructable user lspcrash found that his camera ran through batteries like... [Lifehacker]

June 26, 2010 – It's frustrating that Media Center only displays seven television channels in the program guide at a time, especially if it's part of a home theater setup. [Lifehacker]

June 26, 2010 – Using your cameraphone's digital zoom is like pretty much asking for terrible snapshots, but using a magnifying glass (even one on a swiss army knife, if you've got one) will improve your cameraphone's close-up photos. [Lifehacker]

June 25, 2010 – We yearn all winter long for the warm glow of the summer sun, but it can be as dangerous as it is welcome. Learn to protect your skin and treat burns if you get caught out in its rays. Photo by Katatoniq. Your skin is the largest organ on your body, so protecting it from the sometimes harsh sun is... [Lifehacker]

June 25, 2010 – Yesterday, Microsoft dropped the new Windows Live Essentials beta, adding tons of new publishing and web service options to their suite of consumer desktop applications. [Lifehacker]

June 25, 2010 – Gmail can now open all Microsoft Word files (both DOC and DOCX formats) in Google Docs Viewer with the click of a link—a new feature accompanied by an equally simple route to editing the file in Google Docs. It may not seem like a new feature, but previously Word documents were only viewable... [Lifehacker]

June 24, 2010 – Get a nice look at the improvements Google is making to the Chromium OS, malicious Android apps get remotely removed from devices, and YouTube introduces a button that adds vuvuzelas. Chrome OS Adding Polish. [Lifehacker]

June 24, 2010 – Despite all those tips on avoiding stings and bites, Mother Nature and the wrath of summer still got to you. Give yourself some relief from that irritating bite with Alka-Seltzer laying around the house. Photo by Bird Eye. Household site DIY Life suggests dropping two Alka-Seltzer tablets into warm... [Lifehacker]