Tidy your tech: Best cable organization and cord management options

Everyone seems to own laptops, smartphones, desktop computers, Internet of Things devices and so much more. It’s great to be connected, but what isn’t great is all those tangled cords.

Thankfully, there are tons of organizing tools to choose from. Whether you want to hide those cables swinging from your TV or move the wires out of your way on your computer desk, we’ve got the right organizers for you.

Not sure which brands to go with? Look no further. Here are some amazing cable organization and management options to choose from.

1. Wiremold floor cord-management kit

Wiremold floor cord management kit
Wiremold floor cord management kit via Amazon.com

When you have wiring that crosses the floor, it can pose a tripping hazard. At home, a child, pet or even another adult can accidentally step across your cords, ripping them from your devices and potentially causing a costly accident. Don’t wait — get your floor cord-management kit today.

Promising review: “We have a spin bike in our home gym, and there is a small cord that runs from a plug on the wall to the bike — a real tripping hazard. This hides the cord nicely, and, being stuck down, it keeps us from tripping.”

2. Monoprice under-desk cable tray

Monoprice under desk cable tray
Monoprice under-desk cable tray via Amazon.com

This under-the-desk cable tray is designed for tables, desks without storage compartments and even bookcases. Its minimalist look is perfect for any desk type, and it can store power strips, surge protectors or power adapters.

Promising review: “These are perfect. Easy to install on an inexpensive Ikea desk. … The tray width is wide so my multi-outlet surge protector, laptop power cord and electric pencil sharpener cord all fit easily. I’ve sent this out to my family members and now they’re also buying them.”

3. VELCRO ONE-WRAP cable ties

VELCRO brand ONE-WRAP cable ties
VELCRO-brand ONE-WRAP cable ties via Amazon.com

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Cozy up with 15 practical products you'll use all fall and winter

The cool fall weather is finally here, just in time for November. It’s only going to get colder, too.

You know what that means, right? It’s a great time to start stocking up on fall attire and decor from storage. After all, parts of the nation are already seeing snow and chilly weather. It’s only a matter of time before the rest of the country is shivering, too.

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Just how much? You won’t believe the costs. Plus, Brian Telford got stuck in the snow and sent his drone up with an SOS note to nearby Trenton Taylor’s house. Spoiler alert: Trenton rescued him! We talked to both of them today about their incredible story and new friendship.

🤦‍♀️ Neither snow nor rain nor heat (but not fire!): An Amazon driver with hardly a brain opened a garage door, walked through the smoke, left a package inside the burning garage and didn’t bother calling 911. By the time a passerby called three-and-a-half hours later, it took fire departments from 10 surrounding towns to put out the flames. Watch the story here. Unbelievable.

Trivia

Every major Android operating system release has a number, like the current Android 14, and a dessert-themed codename, like Upside-down Cake. Which of the following has never been an Android OS codename? Is it … A.) Cupcake, B.) Jelly Bean, C.) Lollipop or D.) Pancake?

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20 drivers stranded

When GPS directions led them to a snowy, unpaved road. Drivers were trying to avoid traffic on an Oregon interstate. It took hours for rescuers to clear a path. Always double-check your GPS directions. I changed my GPS so instead of hearing, “You have reached your destination,” it says, “Whoomp, there it is!”

130-year record

Mount Fuji has never been snowless this late in the year. The peaks are usually white by Oct. 2. Blame unusually high temperatures. My Mount Fuji pun isn’t just funny — it’s hill areas. (Oh, was that a groan I heard, or are you hungry?)

Tips to keep your phone safe in the cold

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Did you know that ice and snow can wreak havoc on your phone? Here’s what you need to do to keep it safe.