Should YOU Stand in Line For the New iPhone?
Did you hear? The sort of old, sort of new, but much smaller iPhone is coming out tomorrow! Sometimes people are so…
Just Turn Off Your Notifications Already
I see you, internet-connected person, complaining that you’re a slave to your phone and to the notifications that won’t…
The Many Meanings of Alksgskdgjals;hjg
You've seen it in a chat window. You've probably kldjhsljfalshj-ed a few times yourself. In context, it always makes…
Five Ways To Use Tech To Hide What an Awful, Lazy Person You Are
At some point in your life, you'll want to shirk any sense of obligation and propriety you might have and bury yourself…
Important PSA: Update Gadget Gifts Before You Wrap Them
So you pulled out the big guns and you got your son (age 27 or otherwise) a console. You're justifiably excited about…
Should I Create A Parent-Friendly Instagram Account?
Welcome to User Manual, Gizmodo's weekly internet advice column. This week we're dealing with parents all up in your…
Facebook Pokes: Creepy or Funny?
Facebook pokes, LinkedIn romance, and how to deal with someone who doesn't understand email—that's what we're dealing…
We Met on an App Meant for Random Sex: How Do I Explain It to My Mom?
Welcome to User Manual, Gizmodo's weekly internet advice column. This week we're answering questions on how to tell…
Send User Manual Your Burning Questions About Online Etiquette
Should you ever break up in a text? How do you navigate a holiday party without the help of your phone? Why is it better…
What Are Moms Up to on Twitter?
Moms! They gave you life, cared for you, taught you right from wrong, and most importantly, they loved you (unless they…
The Perfect Selfie Is a Half-Selfie
Now that we all take photos of ourselves constantly, we need to evolve the way we think about our faces in photos.…
Reminder: Say No To Text Message Breakups (Of All Kinds)
Quitting your job, as with breaking up, should never be done over text message. Outgoing University of Missouri men's…
The Single Worst Type of Selfie
You have a good side and a bad side, but everyone's bad side is a photo taken from the crotch looking up. There's a…
How Not To Piss People Off in a Group Text Message
It's a shame you can't unsubscribe from group texts. This week I was one of the recipients of a never-ending text…
How to Handle Internet Indecision
There are 6,245 restaurants on Seamless in New York City. Sometimes deciding between a roast beef sandwich and a…
5 Anonymous Apps That Help You Embrace Your Inner Jerk
Everyone's an asshole deep down. We like to gossip, whine and complain, and talk shit. You're wrong if you think I'm…
The Internet Doesn't Mean You Don't Have To Write Thank You Notes
The internet has changed the rules for a lot of things: dating, buying groceries, ordering takeout, etc. to the power…
7 Places You Can Find a Last-Minute Valentines Day Date
It's February 14 and you're alone (again). Fret not, because there is still time to find a date. Don't feel weird…
The Case for Lurking on Twitter
When Twitter announced its slow user growth last week, the company's stock went into a tailspin. But as Herb Greenberg w…
When In Doubt, Complain
There's an old saying that you get more bees with honey than with vinegar. It's true—to a degree. Sometimes if you want…