I wish I’d thought of these …

  • This refrigerator deodorizer (21% off) lasts for 10 years, so you won’t be left wondering how old that box of baking soda is.
  • I use this smart coffee mug (16% off) for my evening cup of tea.
  • Dirty white sneakers make you look messy. Instead of buying a new pair, try this magical $12 cleaning sponge.
  • Grab a ball of Blu Tack and press it into your earbud speakers. Pull it away and see all the junk inside that comes out. Gross, I know.
  • Color-catcher sheets grab all the dye in the washing machine so your lights stay light. They look pretty gross when you pull ‘em out.

💋 It happens to all of us in the winter: Crusty lips are a no-go. I like Aquaphor’s repair balm with no smell or shine.

Want to get into podcasts (ahem, like mine)? You need a nice set of earbuds like these that sound great, have a 32-hour battery life and are a fraction of the price of AirPods.

Kamala Harris' pearl earrings

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Rumors are circulating that Vice President Harris may have worn disguised earbuds during the debate. Here’s what I uncovered.

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For AirPods that aren’t the default Apple white. ColorWare sells custom-painted earbuds in neutral skin tones with names like “Glaze,” “Toasty” and “Java.” Heads-up: You don’t need to waste money. A colorful AirPod cover is around $5 if you want to jazz yours up.

👂🏼 AirPods aren’t the only option: Check out Raycon. Their earbuds sound great, get a ton of battery life and are a fraction of the price.

It’s a new year

🥳 So try something new! These all sound like a blast to combat the post-holiday blues.

  • This pickle kit lets you ferment and pickle anything your heart desires. My favorite? Red onions, yum!
  • Crotchet a cute little dinosaur with a crotchet kit for beginners ($25). The step-by-step video tutorials are so helpful.
  • Want to get into podcasts (ahem, like mine)? You need a nice set of earbuds like these* that sound great, have a 32-hour battery life and are a fraction of the price of AirPods.
  • This cocktail codex (52% off) shows you the fundamentals of drinkmaking and how to make every kind of cocktail. It even gives substitutes if you’re missing any ingredients!
  • Try your hand at calligraphy with this workbook for beginners (29% off, $20).
  • An indoor herb garden kit (19% off) lets you grow your own herbs and veggies. It comes with a bunch of different pre-seeded pods that make it easy.

🎧 Big sound, tiny price: Whether you’re tuning into your favorite podcast or taking calls on the go, Raycon’s Everyday Earbuds deliver crisp, powerful audio, without the high price tag. They fit like a dream and last all day. I swear by them. Get up to 20% off sitewide now. Your ears (and wallet) will thank you.

🎧 Old headphones, new tricks: Still clinging to those trusty wired earbuds like it’s 2012? Make ’em wireless with a Bluetooth adapter. Plug the adapter into the 3.5mm jack, pair it with your phone, and boom, you’re listening wirelessly. Here’s one for $11 on Amazon.

AirPods aren’t the only option: Check out Raycon. Their earbuds sound great, get a ton of battery life and are a fraction of the price.

Apple's AirPod game changer

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Apple’s new AirPods Pro 2 just got FDA approval to double as hearing aids. But can they really pull it off? Find out what makes these earbuds more than just a great way to listen to music.

How to keep your AirPods in your ears

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Do your earbuds always seem to fall out? I’ve got a great trick to keep them in place.