A HACK A DAY: Season 17
We bring you hacks and tricks to make life easier with technology around you
Season 17 features the following hacks:
- How to make USB solar rechargeable light and mobile charger
- USB solar rechargeable light and mobile charger
- How to make your own USB-powered mini AC
- Homemade notebook cooler for 1$
- DIY headphone stand:
- Making the ultimate DIY headphone stand (aka spectrum dock!)
- How to make your own shard light
- Solar lantern
- How to quickly decorate a Christmas tree
- How to decorate a Christmas tree!!
- 10 other uses of a rubber band
- How to run Android apps on a Mac
- Run Android Apps on your Mac!
- 100 everyday life hacks to make life easier
- Build a 2L bottle air tank array:
- How to build a 2L bottle air tank array
- How to make external hard disk drive work on Mac OS X
- How to change MacBook Air SSD
- How To: Replace the SSD in your MacBook Air 13-inch
- How to cast Android screen to PC
- How to run Android apps on a Windows PC
- Run Android Apps in Windows PC with Offline Bluestacks Installer
- How to connect Android device to Ethernet cable
- Connect Android to Ethernet
- How to boot a computer using an Android device
- How to enable 1080p YouTube playback option on Android
- How to play YouTube videos off screen on Android
- How to make a powerful fire extinguisher using a bottle
- Here’s how to get iOS 9 emojis on an Android device:
- DIY emergency waist belt screwdriver
- How to pick a lock with hairpins:
- DIY portable light bulb:
- Make a simple portable light bulb
- DIY glowing iPhone 6 Apple logo:
- Homemade Water Filter - DIY water filtration
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How to make USB solar rechargeable light and mobile charger
Weekend DIY has come in a little early this week! It is the last day of 2015 and we want to find a little treat for our DIY enthusiasts and techies.
The hack of the day presents a demo on building your own USB solar rechargeable lights and a mobile charger. Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to make your own USB-powered mini AC
USBs are now an integral part of our lives, we use it to charge cell phones, on music players, even for video game controllers. Today’s hack aims to take it a step further. Here is how you can make your own mini AC, powered by a USB.
Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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DIY homemade laptop cooler
Laptop or notebook cooling systems are widely used by numerous users all over the world. Today, laptops feature significantly high-end configurations and most of the devices suffer from over-heating. In such a scenario, external cooling pads are an essential component for notebook users all around the world and you can buy an elementary one from the market at Rs 1,000 approximately. However, if you aim to build a low-cost one on your own, today’s hack is surely going to be a treat for you.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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DIY headphone stand:
The hack of the day is what probably most of us needed. If you too do not wish to invest too much to buy a stand for your headphones, the video of the day is for you.
Today’s hack demonstrates the process to build a splendid looking Spectrum dock, with three colour-changing light bands. Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to make your own shard light
The festive season is on, and so are the parties! And what are parties without snazzy lamps. Therefore, for the weekend DIY, we bring you a simple trick to make your own shard light.
Watch and learn:Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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DIY Solar lantern
Solar power is one of the best ways to save energy and decorate your houses without incurring high expenses. Utilisation of solar energy is rising in popularity and people are constantly exploring news ways to do so. Today’s hack demonstrates a very simple way to build solar lanterns that can be made using low-priced materials. Here is a video that will help you build an attractive solar lantern in no time.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to quickly decorate a Christmas tree
Hurray it’s Christmas! We are sure all of you have put on your Santa hats and are ready to bring in the festive season in full power. However, if you are one of those who are stuck at office till the last minute of the day, we are at your rescue.
Therefore, don’t let those Christmas ornaments just sit in the box, because today’s hack is a quick fix on how to decorate your Christmas tree all pretty.
Watch and learn:Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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10 other uses of a rubber band
A lot of us collect spare rubber bands, but somehow we don’t know many uses of it. The hack of the days tells you ten different ways to use the elastic bands.
Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to run Android apps on a Mac
The hack of the day is brilliant! The video demonstrates how, with the help of a third party app, you can run native Android apps on an Apple desktop. Here’s how to go about it.
Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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100 everyday life hacks to make life easier
Here are a whopping 100 life hacks that can make your daily life easier. Organizing cables, to increasing the capacity of a ketchup container and cranking up the smartphone volume to safeguarding your cellphone charger, they are all here. Check them all out in just 10 minutes.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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Build a 2L bottle air tank array:
If you frequently use a blower around your house, you will be glad to have a look at today’s hack. This one is a super simple and cheap blower with a refillable option for daily use. All you need are nine 2-litre cola bottles and a few tubeless tire valves. The amount of air pressure you can store in this hacked air-tank is commendable. Check out how you can build one at home.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to make external hard disk drive work on Mac OS X:
It is annoying how hard disks for Mac computers are priced so high as compared to Windows, when essentially they are exactly the same. However, there is a way you can make your hard disk drive compatible with both operating system by little tweaking.
Watch the video below to know how it’s done. Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to change MacBook Air SSD
Planning to upgrade the internal storage of your MacBook Air? The process is simpler than you think. Simply follow this guide and you can be up and running on a larger storage MacBook Air within a matter of a few minutes.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to cast Android screen to PC:
Today’s hack is not much of a trick, but just a ‘how-to’ tutorial on casting the screen of your Android smartphone on a PC. The video below shows a few simple steps to the same. Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to run Android apps on a Windows PC
The hack of the day is a simple and efficient way to run Android app on a Windows PC with offline Bluestacks installer.
Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to connect Android device to Ethernet cable
Have you ever thought of connecting your Android device to an Ethernet cable? Probably not. Fortunately, with the new Android Marshmallow you can easily do it. And it most definitely is an amazing way to access fast Internet.
Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to boot a computer using an Android device
Did you know you could boot your computer using an Android device? It works the same way as using a flash drive, you just need to use an app to do it through Android. This can be really useful if you don’t have your USB handy.
The video below depicts how it’s done. Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to enable 1080p YouTube playback option on Android
Today’s hack is a great tip on how to enable 1080p playback option, while watching YouTube videos, on a Android device. All you need to do is tweak the built version of your app and reboot the device. The video below explains the steps in details. Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to play YouTube videos off screen on Android
YouTube is one of the most popular source of music and entertainment, however, while using on the smartphone or tabs, the YouTube app restricts you from multi-tasking. The moment you switch to another app, the video stops playing. So you can either run the YouTube app or check any other app on your phone.
Today’s hack solves the big problem. Here is how you can play YouTube videos off screen on an Android device. Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to make a powerful fire extinguisher using a bottle
A fire extinguisher is an active fire protection device to extinguish or control small fires and is often used in emergency situations. Although a fire extinguisher is not capable of handling out-of-control fires, its still handy to have one in your house for safety purposes. Well, even if you do not have one, there is a way to make a small and powerful one at home using just a bottle and some easily available ingredients. Here is a video demonstrating the whole process:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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Here’s how to get iOS 9 emojis on an Android device:
If you are using an Android device, you may find some emojis missing that your friends using iOS devices have. Here is how you can import those extra emojis on to your Android devices. Watch and learn:
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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DIY emergency waist belt screwdriver
There are many-a-times when you need a screwdriver in an extreme emergency. Be it minor repairs or a major one, a screwdriver is one handy tool that can save your day. However, it is not always possible to carry one everywhere around with you. Today’s hack will show you how you can hack your waist belt into an emergency screwdriver, and you can wear it everywhere.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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How to pick a lock with hairpins:
Picking a lock is not as easy as they show it on TV or in the movies. However, the video here shows you how simple picking a lock actually is. In the video, the guy demonstrates the art of lock picking with the help of a training lock which is built in a transparent case so that you can see how the lock actually functions. Please note, this demonstration is for educational purposes only.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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DIY portable light bulb:
Today we shall show you how you can build a simple portable light bulb which you can use during emergencies. All you need is a powerful flashlight and an old pet soda bottle. The light bulb can be used in various places, such as an emergency light source, while repairing your car, and alike.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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DIY glowing iPhone 6 Apple logo:
This is a neat hack, but involves opening your iPhone and voiding warranty. If you have the heart to go ahead, check out the video which explains how you can make your iPhone’s Apple logo glow when the screen glows too.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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DIY homemade water filter:Water filters are one of the most commonly found items every household. A water filter will cost you anything around Rs 3,000 to 5,000. However, if you are in the mood for some inventiveness, you can easily make a water filter at home. Today’s DIY shows how to make a water filter using a bottle and a few easily obtainable items. Check out this cool video to learn the whole process.
Each day we also bring you videos from around the Internet to show you how they make stuff. Check out ‘How do they make it’
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