Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! - ideaoftheday.com http://ideaoftheday.com/rss.aspx Idea Of The Day has an all new idea posted every day. Some of our ideas are completely new inventions, while others are improvements to existing ideas. Some of them don't suck. What is Shameware? Beware of "I Know Something Else About You" Scam! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1169 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1169 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 08:00:00 GMT BEWARE of SHAMEWARE!As a tech guy, people come from me from time to time with some pretty unique questions. Shameware caught me off guard completely.My first experience was when somebody told me they received an email asking for money or they would share nude photos of them to a[More] Coming Soon... Idea of the Day... LIVE! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1163 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1163 Fri, 01 May 2020 07:29:34 GMT Live from New York... It's Idea of the Day LIVE!Here I go again... Jumping into territory I've never tried before without any idea what I'm doing. What could go wrong?I love the idea of doing something live, but I'm clueless about all the little things you need to make it happen[More] Baby Yoda SPEAKS! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1162 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1162 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 13:10:40 GMT Today I'm just having some fun thinking about what "The Child" (Baby Yoda) on the Mandalorian might sound like. To be honest, it's pretty hard putting together a video like this. First, nobody's ever heard him speak... so I couldn't decide exactly what kind of voice I would use[More] Return of the EWOKS! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1161 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1161 Sat, 07 Dec 2019 16:21:52 GMT There's something missing from the trailer for Star Wars Episode IX, "The Rise of Skywalker"... EWOKS! That's right, Ewoks. I'm serious about this, or at least as serious as anyone can be about a fictional character that looks like a Teddy Bear can be.Simply stated, if the some[More] Darth Vader is Retuning to Star Wars - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1160 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1160 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 12:56:46 GMT Darth Vader is THE face of the Star Wars franchise... which is why I believe he's coming back to the Star Wars universe.[More] Idea Of The Day is BACK! Idea of the day #526 - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1156 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1156 Sat, 25 Aug 2018 01:00:00 GMT It's been nearly a year since I've posted a new video on my YouTube Channel, but my new studio is just about ready for prime time and I'm ready to start posting my daily videos.In today's video, I'm giving you a backstage tour of my new studio. It's still a work in progress, but[More] New Videos Coming Soon! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1155 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1155 Tue, 12 Jun 2018 06:43:25 GMT Back in the Saddle Again!It's been months since I've posted a new video, but I'm coming back... very soon!It's not easy creating a daily blog, especially one with a new video each day, but for what it's worth, I made it a point to find the time every day to post my daily rambling[More] Expand Reagan's Star Wars Initiative - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1154 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1154 Thu, 24 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Back in the 80's, a lot of people opposed Ronald Reagan's Strategic Defense Initiative. It's time we expand on it even further.It's time we put politics behind us, and do whatever it takes to insure the world is safe from nuclear weapons. The best way to do that is to expand on[More] Hey Apple... Real Rewards, Not Badges! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1153 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1153 Tue, 22 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT We Don't Need No Stinking Badges!The Apple Watch is proof that Apple is committed to fitness. I think it's time they put their money where their mouth is. Instead of offering cute little animation badges whenever you reach a fitness goal, why not give people something tangible.[More] Whatever Happened to Paper Bags? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1152 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1152 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why are paper bags so rare?I grew up in the 70s. Back then, just about every store used paper bags, not plastic. By the end of the decade, stores started to make the change to plastic bags, because they were considered a better alternative to cutting down trees. This never mad[More] Why's My Computer So SLOW? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1151 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1151 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do computers "get slower" over time?People come to me all the time with their technical questions, and the most popular question of all time is "Why is my computer so SLOW!?". It doesn't sound all that complicated. You own a computer. The computer USED to be fast, so why n[More] Milli Vanilli Wasn't Fake? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1150 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1150 Sat, 19 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Do you remember Milli Vanilli?Milli Vanilli were the hottest group of the early 90s. They had a string of top-40 hits, won all sorts of awards including Grammy Awards for best new group, and they sold tons of records. What could go wrong? Everything.The problem was they were a[More] Nerds Vs Geeks Vs Hipsters - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1149 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1149 Fri, 18 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Can you tell the difference between a Nerd and a Geek?I'm not a Nerd. I'm a Geek. Contrary to what a lot of people think, there's a difference. While it may be true that both Geeks and Nerds share similar interests in technology and science, they're completely different in one[More] Why No Built-In QR Code Reader App on iPhone? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1148 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1148 Thu, 17 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT QR Codes are EVERYWHERE... so why doesn't Apple include a built-in QR Reader?[More] The Boston Red Sox. You Call THAT a NAME? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1147 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1147 Wed, 16 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Who the heck came up with a name like that?Although the names of sports teams can be a little strange, most teams spend at least some time coming up with a good name. Florida has the Marlins, Colorado has the Rockies, Houston has the Astros, but why the heck would you name your [More] We Need Better iCloud Sharing - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1146 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1146 Tue, 15 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT We need a better way to share files with friends, family, and co-workers.I love the way iCloud lets me share my files between all my devices. I can create a file on my iMac, and the same file automatically appears on all my other Macs, plus my iPhone, and iPad. It's like magic.[More] Deceptive Food Labels Suck - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1145 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1145 Mon, 14 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Beware of deceptive food labels!One of my pet peeves is deceptive food labels designed to trick people into thinking unhealthful foods are actually good for you. The trouble is, they're everywhere, so it can be hard to read between the lines and choose the right things to eat.Th[More] We Need Political Filters on Facebook - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1144 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1144 Sun, 13 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT I'm sick and tired of all the political posts on Facebook.Remember when social media was... social? It seems to me that the majority of the posts I see on Facebook are about politics, and frankly, I hate politics, and I'm willing to bet I'm not the only one.The biggest problem w[More] An End to Butt Dialing - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1143 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1143 Sat, 12 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do so many people accidentally dial you by mistake?Back in the days when phones had buttons instead of touch screens, people would often make the mistake of putting their phones into their pockets without locking them, and find out they "Butt Dialed" somebody by mistake. You[More] How to Get RID of Personal Clutter - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1142 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1142 Fri, 11 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT It's not easy getting rid of personal items.Many people find it hard getting rid of personal items because they're afraid they'll lose the memories that are attached to them. That's why so many people have closets, garages, and attics full of personal items.I have to admit, I'm [More] Flooded With Free Music Spam Comments on YouTube. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1141 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1141 Thu, 10 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why are there so many spam comments about free music on YouTube?I'm not sure why, but somehow I've been getting a ton of spam lately about royalty free music as comments on my YouTube Channel. Why is that? Am I the only one who noticed? Are other people getting them too? Just[More] Mediation and Deep Breathing - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1140 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1140 Wed, 09 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why is deep breathing so important to meditation?One of the most interesting features of the Apple Watch is the Breathing App, which prompts you several times a day to remind you to "Breathe". Can you imagine that? A technology company taking the time and effort to make "Breath[More] Hacking in the 21st Century - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1139 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1139 Tue, 08 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Here's what you need to know to protect yourself from today's hackers.When most people think of "Hacking", they envision a genius programmer hammering away at the keyboard in a attempt to break into your computer. The truth is, most hackers aren't like that at all. In fact, man[More] Sometimes Procrastination is Good. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1138 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1138 Mon, 07 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Believe it or not, sometimes it's best to procrastinate.Although procrastination is the root of many productivity problems, sometimes it can actually be a great strategy, especially if you need to get a bunch of complex tasks done over a long period of time.For example, let's say[More] Let's Put Social Back in Social Media! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1137 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1137 Sun, 06 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT What the heck happened to Social Media?It's becoming uncomfortable using social media these days because it seems to me that all you see lately is politics, and it's getting nasty. Why is that? Social media started out simple enough. You shared pictures and funny stories about [More] I Hate Bathroom Sounds! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1136 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1136 Sat, 05 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT The acoustics in public bathrooms stinks!One of the problems with bathrooms is they're loaded with hard surfaces that have a tendency to echo and amplify the kinds of sounds that nobody wants to hear in the first place.Let's face it, none of us likes public restrooms, and I've al[More] Pick On THIS! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1135 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1135 Fri, 04 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Admit it. You pick your nose. Everybody picks their nose.Do you remember the Seinfeld episode where Jerry's girlfriend left him because she saw him scratching his in his car, but she thought he was picking his nose? What's the big deal? Doesn't EVERYONE pick their nose from tim[More] Why Is There No Calculator App On The iPad? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1134 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1134 Thu, 03 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT Apparently, Apple does't think people with iPads need to do math.Apple does a great job of integrating all their devices into one friendly ecosystem. Just about anything you can do on your iPhone, you can do on your Mac or your iPad. However, for some reason Apple still doesn't[More] Rent Your Yard For Other People's Garage Sales - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1133 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1133 Wed, 02 Aug 2017 01:00:00 GMT The quickest way to get rid of stuff is a yard or garage sale. Unfortunately, a lot of people can't do that.I love getting rid of stuff, but I've never been able to hold a yard sale, because there aren't many people passing my house on any given day. Meanwhile, houses on the bl[More] God Bless America vs The Star Spangled Banner - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1132 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1132 Mon, 31 Jul 2017 21:49:34 GMT God Bless America should be our National Anthem.Whenever I hear The Star Spangled Banner, I can't help but compare it to God Bless America. They're both great songs, but as far as I'm concerned, God Bless America is simply... better.God Bless America beats The Star Spangled Bann[More] Why Is Math Easier For Chinese Kids? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1131 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1131 Mon, 31 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT There's a reason why Chinese children learn math faster than Americans... it's all in the VOCABULARY!When you see the number 15... what do you say? If you're an adult, you say "Fifteen", however a child will say "One Five", and that's where the problem starts.Teaching written nu[More] Lessons From The Marshmallow Test - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1130 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1130 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why teaching your children patience is more important than any other skill.In the 1960s, a Psychologist named Walter Mischel created a test to see how children practice self control. The premise was pretty simple. He took a group of children and and placed them alone in a room [More] Don't Let Your Dreams... Remain Dreams - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1129 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1129 Tue, 25 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Dreams are great, but only if you make them a reality.Dreaming is part of what makes us all human. Some of us dream of love, fame, and fortune, while others simply want to see the world. Whatever your dreams are, the most important thing you can do with your dreams is find a wa[More] The Future of Mattress Shopping... at Hotels. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1128 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1128 Mon, 24 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Baby, Baby, let me sleep on it. I'll give you an answer in the morning.Buying a mattress is a real pain in the neck. You walk into a big store full of mattresses and somehow come to a decision based on just a few minutes of laying on each of the beds. That's not easy, especiall[More] Star Wars Stormtrooper Armour is Still Useless - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1127 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1127 Sun, 23 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT About a year ago I did a video about how useless Stormtrooper Armour is. After seeing Rogue One, it's even worse.When I posted my previous video Stormtroopers armour, I got a lot of comments from people who actually defended the armour as being something that was actually pretty[More] Pondering Noah's Ark! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1126 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1126 Sat, 22 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Did Noah build the FIRST BOAT EVER?First of all, let me say that I'm not an atheist. I have a very strong Christian faith, but there's a few things in The Bible that can really make you go Hmmm, such as the story of Noah's Ark, as it's written in the Book of Genesis.Once you get[More] Enough With The Photo Tagging! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1125 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1125 Fri, 21 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Think before you tag!Social media is a wonderful thing. Where else can you share photos of the macaroni and cheese you just made with all your friends, family, and coworkers? Before Facebook came along, sharing photos meant that you had two copies made of each print, so you can[More] America's Got Talent Million Dollar Prize... Over 40 Years? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1124 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1124 Thu, 20 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Did you know that grand prize on America's Got Talent is spread out over 40 years?The winner of last year's million dollar prize on America's Got Talent was 13 years old, which is a pretty good thing, because at least she'll get a chance to spend it while she's relatively young. [More] You Call THAT Cheese? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1123 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1123 Wed, 19 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT There's a big difference between American Slices, American Singles... and REAL American CHEESE.If you go to the dairy department of just about every supermarket, you'll find bunch of products that say everything from "American Slices", "American Singles", to completely made up na[More] Missing Options in Apple Photos for iOS - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1122 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1122 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT I love the photos App, but it's missing a few critical features.My photo library is pretty big, with about 23,000 photos and videos, it's getting harder and harder to find a photo when you're looking for it. Thankfully Apple's Photos App has features to automatically categorize [More] Honest Talk Show Product Placement - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1121 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1121 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT It's hard to take news shows seriously, when the hosts shamelessly promote handbags.There's a fine line between news, information, and commercial endorsements, and morning talk shows cross it every single day. How are we supposed to take hosts like Matt Lauer seriously when he j[More] We Need Better Pedestrian Technology - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1120 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1120 Sun, 16 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Pedestrians need better technology to avoid accidents at intersections.Cars today are loaded with all sorts of technology to avoid accidents, but pedestrians technology hasn't changed in decades. Isn't it time somebody put some effort into finding new ways to cut down on the num[More] Better Liquid Waste Management - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1119 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1119 Sat, 15 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Throwing liquid waste into garbage cans doesn't make sense.When I was in elementary school, we had a simple routine in our lunchroom for getting rid of our trash. First, we scrapped out our trays into the garbage, next we poured out any remaining milk into a bucket, before throw[More] Who Still Buys Margarine? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1118 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1118 Fri, 14 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Butter vs Margarine? I'm sticking with butter.When I see margarine in the supermarket, I scratch my head and wonder... who still buys margarine? To me, there's no comparison. Butter's been around for thousands of years and it has just one or two simple ingredients, cows milk a[More] Who's Responsible For Overpriced Military Spending? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1117 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1117 Thu, 13 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT In defense of defense spending, it's not always the contractor's fault.One of the biggest misconceptions about "overpriced" military spending is that contractor intentionally inflates prices of everyday items. While that may happen from time to time, most of the blame is on the [More] Reality TV Shouldn't Feature Illegal Activity - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1116 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1116 Wed, 12 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Reality TV needs a reality check.I recently saw a "Reality TV" show that follows the ins and outs of a bunch of back woods Moonshiners. I don't know much about the show, but it seemed to me that entire premise of the show was that these guys were running an illegal still in the [More] Ideas For Better Car Batteries - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1115 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1115 Tue, 11 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Car batteries need to move into the 21st century.We have seen major changes to just about every part of today's cars. One thing that hasn't changed, is the battery. They still have the same outdated metal terminals, and they're harder than ever to jump-start when you get stuck.[More] Local Attached, External Cloud Backup Invention - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1114 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1114 Mon, 10 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT I love cloud backup, but it's slow and takes up too many resources.There are countless advantages to using a cloud backup service, however, speed isn't one of them. Cloud backups are notoriously slow, in some cases taking weeks or even months to make the initial backup. Convers[More] Dash-Cam With a Tattle Tale Button! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1113 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1113 Sun, 09 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great if you could hit a button on your dash-cam whenever you see somebody doing something unsafe?There are a lot of unsafe drivers out there. Whenever I see somebody doing something unsafe, the first thing that comes to my mind is hoping a police officer saw it t[More] DRIVING with Bumper Guards is STUPID! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1112 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1112 Sat, 08 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT What's the deal with all those stupid Bumper Guards?Why are so many people DRIVING with Bumper Guards?So let me get this straight. People buy these ugly looking things to put on their bumpers so that other cars won't scratch them. Meanwhile, the bumper guards are 1000 times uglie[More] Weekend FedEx Delivery For The Same Price - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1111 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1111 Fri, 07 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT FedEx is behind the times.When I think of FedEx, the first thing that comes to mind is overnight letters, which were the mainstay of their early years. Now that there are so many other ways to send documents digitally, you would think FedEx would focus on the competitive home pa[More] How STRONG Is Your Coffee? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1110 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1110 Thu, 06 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT The strength of coffee can vary quite a bit between brands, the trouble is, you have no way to compare them until you bring them home.Considering the vast variety of coffees on the market, you would think there would be at least some standards to determine the relative strengths [More] Talk Shows... Without a Regular Host? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1109 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1109 Wed, 05 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Talk shows can get repetitive. Here's how to fix that.When I think of talk shows, one thing comes to mind, interviews between a host and A-List celebrities. Most of the time, the host starts out as a B-List celebrity.You never see talk shows start off with a well known A-List c[More] Chopsticks Forks! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1108 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1108 Tue, 04 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT If you love eating Chinese food with bamboo chopsticks, you'll love this invention.Just about every authentic Chinese restaurant serves their food with bamboo chopsticks. Most of the time, the sticks are fused together at the top, so you have to pull them apart before you can us[More] We Need a Universal Directory For Finding People and Businesses - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1107 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1107 Mon, 03 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT We can find virtually anything we want online, except people.Before the Internet, we had phone books and 411 directory assistance. They were simple, but reliable ways to find just about anyone or any business in seconds. This was mainly due to the fact that phone companies auto[More] Don't PEE on Toilet Seats! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1106 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1106 Sun, 02 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Some people are disgusting PIGS!One of the most disgusting things about public restrooms is walking into a stall and finding that the entire toilet seat is covered with PEE. Why on earth is this so common? I used to think it was mainly from young kids who aren't mature enough t[More] Artificial Food Colors are STUPID! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1105 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1105 Sat, 01 Jul 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why the heck do so many companies still use food coloring?In spite of the trend in healthy food options, you still artificial colors in the ingredient list of many products. Most of them are unnatural and they don't enhance the flavor of the food... so what's the point?For examp[More] What Good Are Expiration Dates If You Can't Read Them? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1104 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1104 Fri, 30 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why is it so hard to read product expiration dates?I don't know about you, but I find it hard to read product expiration dates. Not only are they too small, but there doesn't seem to be any effort to make them easy to find or easy to read.When I see a blurry, small, or hard to f[More] Big Brother... Rear Bumper Cameras - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1103 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1103 Thu, 29 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Rearview bumper cameras are a great idea. Here's how to make them better.I love the rear view bumper camera on my new truck, but it's a shame it's only turned on whenever I'm backing up. This made me think about other uses for it. For example, why not use the camera to make fu[More] The Solution to Dirty Public Restrooms - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1102 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1102 Wed, 28 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Public bathrooms STINK... but there's an easy solution!We all know people can be disgusting pigs, but they're only PART of the problem. The real problem is that people have no way to clean up after themselves. The solution is as simple as giving bathroom patrons access to clean[More] A FIRST For Everything? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1101 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1101 Tue, 27 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Enough with all the firsts!History books are loaded with "Firsts". Some of them are pretty well known, like George Washington, Christopher Columbus, John Glenn, Neil Armstrong, or Jackie Robinson. I don't even need to mention what their "Firsts" were, because they're that well [More] The Problem With Tagless Underwear - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1100 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1100 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT (Pending Updates)[More] Welcome Back, Barbarino - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1099 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1099 Sun, 25 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Here's a movie I would LOVE to see!Welcome Back Kotter was one of my favorite TV shows from the 70s and it was the show that gave John Travolta his first big break as Vinny Barbarino, the leader of gang of students in a Brooklyn High School.The premise of the show was simple. Ga[More] Better Car USB Ports - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1098 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1098 Sat, 24 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Most of today's cars have USB ports. They just need better locations.Since most of the devices people use are placed ABOVE the dashboard, why are most of the USB ports located at the bottom of the dash? That means the wires end up dangling across the dash.What car makers need t[More] Some Doctors and Nurses Set a BAD Example - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1097 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1097 Fri, 23 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do so many doctors and nurses smoke?[More] Cracker Jack is MISSING Something! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1096 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1096 Thu, 22 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Candy with prizes inside are a worldwide sensation, but the people who make Cracker Jack don't realize it.Every day, millions of people watch videos of people opening up "Surprise Eggs", which are chocolate eggs with a prize inside. Apparently kids today love the thrill of watch[More] Uncertainty is GREAT for Ideas - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1095 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1095 Wed, 21 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Blog post to follow...[More] Why We Should ELIMINATE Open Primaries - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1094 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1094 Tue, 20 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Please come back later for today's post.[More] Pondering Self-Driving Cars - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1093 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1093 Mon, 19 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Self-Driving Cars are no longer science fiction. Here's a few things to think about.When I first heard that Google was working on self-driving cars, I thought it was nothing more than an experiment. After all, who would trust a computer to drive them from place to place? As it[More] Understanding Essentially Unessential Essentials - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1092 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1092 Sun, 18 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Just because something says it's Essential, doesn't mean it is.Have you noticed how many products claim to have "Essential" ingredients? Unfortunately, a lot those Essential Ingredients aren't actually... Essential. Let me explain.When it comes to packaging, the term "Essential[More] We Need More Phony People - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1091 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1091 Sat, 17 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT They say smiles are contagious, so are frowns.Being yourself is overrated. The trouble is, a lot of people are are miserable pricks, so I posted a video a while back where I said anyone who's a miserable prick should consider being somebody else. There's a little more behind th[More] Siri and Alexa are NOT Women! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1090 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1090 Fri, 16 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why did Amazon and Apple give their virtual assistants female names? They're NOT women!One of the strangest things about Amazon's Alexa, and Apple's Siri was their decisions to give them female names. Why would they do that? They're just software programs, so they don't actuall[More] Spamalot, The Movie - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1089 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1089 Thu, 15 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT They need to make a Spamalot Movie!Monty Python and The Holy Grail is one of the funniest movies of all time. It was an instant cult classic and 30 years later, it became the inspiration for Spamalot, the hit Broadway musical. It featured dozens of original songs that weren't i[More] Can Waze CAUSE Traffic Jams? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1088 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1088 Tue, 13 Jun 2017 22:28:32 GMT I HATE traffic reports.To me, traffic reports are a complete waste of time. It doesn't matter whether it's on the radio, a GPS, or a mobile App like Waze. They simply don't save me any time when deciding whether to take an alternate route. If anything, they can make it worse.I[More] Power Cords 101 - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1087 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1087 Tue, 13 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Are you using the right power cords?Choosing the right power cord is something many people take for granted. After all, if your tools turn on when you plug them in, doesn't that mean it's okay? Not quite.Here's what you need to know. Some power tools require a lot of power, an[More] Forgetting Unforgettable Ideas - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1086 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1086 Mon, 12 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT If something's unforgettable... how can you forget it?Great ideas can come to you at any time, day or night. That's why I make it a point to write them down as soon as possible, ESPECIALLY when I think they're so obvious that I'll never forget them, because time after time, thos[More] Read Books On The Ceiling. Why Not? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1085 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1085 Sun, 11 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great if you could read books in bed... hands free?The idea is simple. Anyone who loves to read books in bed knows you've got to make some trade-offs. You can't lay flat, because you can't see the book unless you hold it up the whole time, and that's way too unco[More] The Biggest Cliche in Hollywood - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1084 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1084 Sat, 10 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why does EVERY action movie have this cliche?Just about every action movie I've ever seen ends the same way. The good guys finally beat the bad guys, and as they walk away, somehow the bad guys seem to wake from the dead to attack them one last time. The cliche is used so often[More] Why do tennis and golf crowds have to be so quiet? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1083 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1083 Fri, 09 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Crowds at every other sport are loud and energetic.One of the most remarkable things about tennis and golf is that although they both attract large crowds, you can hear a pin drop while the game is in play. Why is that?I realize the players feel it's distracting, but you can jus[More] Movies Shouldn't Use 555 Phone Numbers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1082 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1082 Thu, 08 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Nothing breaks the spell of a movie more than a 555 phone number.Great movies can take you away to another time and place, and for a little while, you think you're right there with the stars, until somebody in the movie mentions a phone number, and it starts with 555. What an un[More] Social Media and Politics Don't Mix - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1081 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1081 Wed, 07 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT When was the last time somebody changed your mind with a political Facebook post?It seems to me that the majority of social media posts these days are political. Meanwhile, after hundreds of millions of political posts, I don't think a single person has ever been persuaded to ch[More] The Fastest Way to Sort Anything - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1080 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1080 Tue, 06 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Divide and Conquer, like a programmer.If I gave you a deck of cards and asked you to sort them from low to high card, how would you do it? Most non-programmers fan out the cards and proceed to move cards forward and back until things finally come together. While that will get t[More] The Radish and Cookie Test - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1079 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1079 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Can you run out of willpower? Scientists say yes.A few years ago, a team of scientist led by Roy Baumeister did a study to determine if willpower was something that was finite, or inexhaustible.They took two groups of people for the study. Both groups were given a plate of radis[More] Scientific Way to Make People Honest - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1078 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1078 Sun, 04 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Believe it or not, scientists have found a way to make people more honest.A few years ago, scientists did a study to see the kinds of circumstances that cultivate honest behavior, and surprisingly they actually found a universal trigger for honesty, and it's as simple as making p[More] The EarWorm and ClickBait Connection - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1077 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1077 Sat, 03 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT EarWorms and ClickBait have something in common... Mystery.There's a reason EarWorms and ClickBait can drive you crazy. Your brain simply can't ignore them. You know the feeling. You're browsing the web and come across a strange photo with a caption that says something like "[More] Why Greeting Cards Are Expensive - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1076 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1076 Fri, 02 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT Greeting cards are EXPENSIVE. Here's Why.A few weeks ago, I spent about $7 for a greeting card. There wasn't anything unusual about the card that would make you think it was special, in fact, most of the cards in the store cost between $4 and $7 each. This started me thinking [More] Why is it so hard to get good Apps on the Amazon Kindle Fire? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1075 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1075 Thu, 01 Jun 2017 01:00:00 GMT We need App Store freedom!Greed is holding the computer industry. If the future of computing is in mobile devices and tablets, we need better cooperation between device manufacturers so that popular Apps work on every platform. As things stand now, you can't run a lot of the mo[More] Swiffer Needs This... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1074 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1074 Wed, 31 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT I love the Swiffer, but I hate the snap away pole.When Procter and Gamble introduced the Swiffer system, it was revolutionary. Instead of pushing around a dirty mop or broom, you start with a clean pad every time. When you're finished, you just toss the away the old pad, along [More] Why Are There No Apps for Old Phones? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1073 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1073 Tue, 30 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Upgrading your smartphone is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity, because there are virtually no App for older phones.What happens to all the old smartphones whenever a new model comes out? Some people trade them in. Other people give them to a younger family member, but the b[More] Be Yourself! Unless... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1072 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1072 Mon, 29 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why the fuss over being yourself?Ever since you were a kid, you've been told that the most important thing in life is to always be yourself? While that sound great on paper. I wish some people would be somebody else.In other words, if you're a great person, be yourself at all c[More] When to IGNORE Reviews - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1071 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1071 Sun, 28 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Product reviews are an important part of buying online. Unfortunately, sometimes you need to ignore them.Like most people, before I order something online, I read as many reviews as possible, but I've learned over the years that a lot of them are fakes. The key is knowing the d[More] Improving the Kindle PaperWhite - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1070 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1070 Sat, 27 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT I wish the Kindle PaperWhite had a stylus so it can be used as a notepad / sketchbook.There's something special about the Kindle PaperWhite. Unlike most tablets and mobile screen, you can read it outside without any glare, and the display looks and feels just like paper.Now that[More] New Star Trek Discovery on CBS? Not Quite - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1069 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1069 Fri, 26 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Star Trek is coming back to TV. Unfortunately, it'll cost you $10 per month to see it.I've been a Star Trek fan since the early 70s, so I was super excited to hear there was a new series in the works. The series will be called "Star Trek Discovery" and it takes place about 10 ye[More] McChicken Cordon Bleu - McDonald's Mashup - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1068 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1068 Thu, 25 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why is the McDonald's menu so boring? They just need to mix things up a bit!Ever since McDonald's started serving breakfast all day, I've been thinking of ways they could blend their breakfast ingredients with their dinner and lunch items. The result is a mashup between the McC[More] Gmail's Missing Features - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1067 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1067 Wed, 24 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't Gmail have a way to sort mail?Ever since the earliest days of the Internet, just about every major email system has had a way to sort your inbox... except Gmail. Why is that?Don't get me wrong, I love Gmail, but I can't understand why Google left out this fundamental[More] A Cat Video Network - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1066 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1066 Tue, 23 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Since Cat Videos are so popular on the Internet, why not have one on cable TV?Let's admit it. There's something magical about Cat Videos. They dominate YouTube and social media, so the next logical step is giving them their own 24/7 cable TV network, "The Cat Video Network".The [More] I Hate Mobile Apps With Ads - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1065 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1065 Mon, 22 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT It's getting harder to find good apps these days that don't have any ads.The other day I decided I wanted to play Roulette on my Amazon Kindle, so I went to the Kindle App Store and did a search. Unfortunately, I had a hard time finding one I liked, because most of the Apps were[More] Why iPhones Run Out of Space - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1064 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1064 Sun, 21 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT It's Apple's fault that iPhones run out of space.When people run out of space on their iPhone, the first thing they do is start deleting photos, videos, and Apps. While that may free up space for a while, it doesn't address the true cause for running out of space in the first pl[More] The Problem With Browser Home Pages - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1063 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1063 Sat, 20 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT It's time we got rid of Browser Home Pages.If you're reading this from a desktop computer, chances are there's a little "Home" icon somewhere in your browser that takes you to your default "Home Page". Just about every desktop browser has one, and they've been there since the fi[More] Fashion Vs Style - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1062 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1062 Fri, 19 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Everyone has a Style, whether its in Fashion or not.Every now and then somebody will tell me something I'm wearing isn't "In-Style" anymore, but that doesn't bother me, as long as it's my style. What they really mean is that my style is no longer in fashion.Let's say you like w[More] Technology Scalpers Suck. Nintendo Switch Blues. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1061 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1061 Thu, 18 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why does Amazon allow Technology Scalpers?For some reason, whenever new game consoles come out from Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft they have a hard time building enough of them to meet demand, which creates a huge opportunity for Technology Scalpers to take advantage of people wil[More] How to PREVENT Viruses - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1060 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1060 Wed, 17 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Most computer viruses don't come from surfing the web.I've seen a lot of viruses over the years, and almost all of them share one thing in common, they came from an email, not from surfing the web. This may sound surprising to some people who think they're safe because they "don[More] What's in YOUR Wallet? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1059 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1059 Tue, 16 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT If you lost your wallet today, would you remember what was in it?Losing your wallet can be a real pain in the neck. You need to contact all your banks and credit card companies to get replacement cards and that's not easy if you don't remember what's missing.One solution is to p[More] We Need Real Digital Media Portability - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1058 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1058 Mon, 15 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why is it so hard getting our media to work under different platforms?One of the most frustrating things about digital media is that when you purchase something from one platform, it doesn't work on any other platform. For example, if you buy a movie from Amazon, you can't play [More] What's Wrong With Pay For Pay - Payola? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1057 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1057 Sun, 14 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT There was a lot of controversy in the 50s and 60s over the idea of Pay-For-Play... but what's wrong with it?You and your band just recorded a masterpiece. It was a real labor of love and you can't wait for the world to hear it. Unfortunately, the only people outside the band wh[More] Why We Need a 7 Day Economy - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1056 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1056 Sat, 13 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why limit our economy to just 5 days?There are so many services that shut down on weekends that it boggles the bing. For example, why is it that in today's digital society, we still have to wait until Monday for checks deposited on Thursdays and Fridays to clear? That's just pl[More] Tire Changing 101 - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1055 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1055 Fri, 12 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do so many people risk their lives changing tires on busy highways and bridges?The other day I saw somebody in the middle of a bridge changing a flat tire. Can you imagine that? Right in the middle of a bridge! Why on earth would anyone do that?As I passed the driver, doze[More] Why Trial Anti-Virus Programs Suck - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1054 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1054 Thu, 11 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Free anti-virus programs cause more viruses than they prevent.Contrary to what most people think, you are far more likely to get a virus on your new Windows PC if it comes with a "Free Trial" anti-virus, than one that doesn't come with one, because sooner or later, the trial will[More] Is There Safety in Numbers? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1053 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1053 Wed, 10 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do large crowds of people turn into mobs?They say there's safety in numbers, but as the numbers get larger, things can get pretty ugly.For some reason, whenever large groups of people get together, a strange phenomenon takes place. With each new person added to the group, the[More] Where's The (Bathroom) Hook? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1052 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1052 Tue, 09 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate when a public bathroom doesn't give you a place to hang your coat?It drives me crazy when I go into a public restroom and I don't see a hook anywhere in the stall. Where do they expect us to put our coats? Either the management never noticed it, because they keep[More] Pro Sports Teams... Without a Home Town - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1051 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1051 Mon, 08 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great if everyone had the opportunity to watch pro sports in their own home town?As a New Yorker, I'm surrounded by professional sports teams. We not only have teams in every major sport, we have two in each, the Yankees and the Mets, Jets and Giants, Nicks and Ne[More] Why We Need Real Email Signatures - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1050 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1050 Sun, 07 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Just about every major security breach starts with a fake email.We've all been told that we shouldn't click links in emails from people we don't trust. The trouble is, most viruses are sent in emails that look like they came from somebody you already know and trust. This is bec[More] Stop Unwanted Software Bundles - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1049 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1049 Sat, 06 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT I hate when software companies ram unwanted software down your throat.As a tech guy, one of the things that drives me nuts is when I see a software installer that includes unwanted software, or that makes changes to your browser home page and search engines. Meanwhile even the l[More] Why Malls Need to Change - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1048 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1048 Fri, 05 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT If malls want to survive, they need to change.The Internet has changed the way people shop. In the same period of time that Amazon has seen over 1000% growth, traditional retail shopping has declined. Even well established companies like Sears and K-Mart have lost so much busin[More] Ideas Start With... Problems! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1047 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1047 Thu, 04 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT How do I create a new idea each day?People often ask me how I manage to come up with a new idea each day for my blog and YouTube Channel. The simple truth is, I don't start off by thinking of ideas... I start by looking for problems.That's because it's pretty easy finding proble[More] The Trouble With Fake News Filters - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1046 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1046 Wed, 03 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Fake news filters sound like the solution to Fake News on Facebook. I don't think so.Facebook is hoping to cut down on Fake News by adding new a way for people to report Fake news. While that sounds like a good idea, I think it will create more trouble than its worth.Over the p[More] Today's Horror Movies Aren't Scary! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1045 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1045 Tue, 02 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT Call me old fashioned, but I think today's horror movies suck.There's a big difference between the classic horror movies of the past compared to the ones made today. To me, the biggest change is that I simply don't think they're scary.Don't get me wrong, there are plenty of jump[More] Jedi are Chickens! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1044 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1044 Mon, 01 May 2017 01:00:00 GMT When the going get tough, the Jedi get going.I realize the Jedi are a force for peace, but why the heck do they always seem to run away when they're needed most?Before Star Wars Episode III, Revenge of the Sith came out, the Jedi were portrayed as fearless guardians of the galaxy[More] Big Data, Algorithms, and The Confirmation Bias - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1043 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1043 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT We all have a confirmation bias. Unfortunately Big Data, and algorithms make it worse.We are all hard wired to have at least some confirmation bias. Mosts of the time, we don't even realize it, but it's only natural for us to seek out things that already fit our wold view. If y[More] The Airlines Dragged This Out of Me. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1042 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1042 Sat, 29 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do airlines ask people to get off an overbooked flight?With all the controversy over the recent dragging of a United Airlines passenger this past week or so, I can't help but wonder one thing... Why do they even have to ask in the first place?While I've never seen anyone drag[More] Statistics Can't Lie? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1041 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1041 Fri, 28 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT I have a hard time trusting statistics. Numbers can't lie, but the people interpreting them can.I have a hard time trusting statistics, because I've seen how often people twist the results, to prove their point.For example, some of the most successful drugs in the world are chol[More] Better Mexican Relations, Inspired By Ronald Reagan - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1040 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1040 Thu, 27 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Ronald Reagan had an entirely different opinion on building a wall at the Mexican border.The subject of building a wall between the United States and Mexico isn't new. It's been talked about for decades, but it picked up a lot of steam when Donald Trump made it the cornerstone o[More] Our 100,000th View on YouTube! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1039 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1039 Wed, 26 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT This week marks an important milestone for Idea of the Day... Our 100,000th view on YouTube!My original goal for IDEAOFTHEDAY.COM was simply to create a daily video blog (vlog), where I could put my ideas out there, and have some fun. It wasn't easy, and I tend to be a bit of a [More] Automatic Shorthand Text Replacement - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1038 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1038 Tue, 25 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT If an iPhone can substitute a Cake Emoji for the word "Cake", why not replace shorthand text with real words too?I've never been a fan of texting. To me, it's a pain in the neck reading the screen and using a tiny keyboard to type. In fact, 99% of the texts I send are from my M[More] Replacing Batteries Too Soon? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1037 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1037 Mon, 24 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Replacing batteries too soon is a waste of money.Sometimes it's the little things that can drive me crazy, like when my Mac tells me to change the batteries in my wireless keyboard and trackpad, just because the power level drops under 20%. That's a huge waste!The batteries in t[More] Soda Bottle Deposits Are Stupid! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1036 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1036 Sun, 23 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do most states still require a 5 cent deposit on soda bottles... but no deposit on other bottles?I'm not a soda drinker, but from time to time I drink some seltzer, and when I do, I'm stuck paying an extra five cents, just because it's carbonated. How stupid is that?I simply[More] You Call That Shuffle? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1035 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1035 Sat, 22 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Apple doesn't understand the meaning of Shuffle.One of the most misunderstood features of all music players is the concept of "Random" vs "Shuffle". To many people, they are interchangeable, but there's a big difference between the two, especially when it's done right.The core i[More] Do We Need MORE Traffic Cameras? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1034 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1034 Fri, 21 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT I think we need more traffic cameras, as long as they're used in strategic places.We all hate traffic cameras... 99% of them are nothing more than traps designed to catch a driver who think's they can make it across an intersection before the yellow light turns red. Clearly their[More] Pre-Mixed Alka-Seltzer, In Bottles - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1033 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1033 Thu, 20 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Alka-Seltzer relief, without the Plop-Plop, Fizz-Fizz?It's not easy mixing up a batch of Alka-Seltzer when you're on the go, because you may not have a cup, so why not sell ready-mixed Alka-Seltzer in bottles and cans? It's the perfect solution to a simple problem.[More] Your Kids Will HATE These 4 Mobile Phone Ideas. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1032 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1032 Wed, 19 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Do you know what your children are doing with their mobile phones? Chances are, you don't, and that's the point.The fact that most parents have no idea what their kids are doing with their mobile phones is all the evidence you need to see how bad the parental controls are on mob[More] Windows and Mac Should Have More Than One Clipboard - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1031 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1031 Tue, 18 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT I hate when I have to lose text on my Clipboard because I need to copy a file.The Clipboard is one of the most frequently used features, yet it has one weakness, they use the same clipboard for everything. This means that whenever you want to copy a file, any text or images on y[More] Why iPad and Mac Should Never Merge - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1030 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1030 Mon, 17 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT A lot of people would love to see iPad runs Mac Apps and vice versa. Here's why that's a bad idea.One of the most talked about things in the Apple community is the potential for the Mac and iOS platforms to merge, After all, they both share the same foundation. It's easy for a M[More] Microsoft Office Needs Changes - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1029 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1029 Sun, 16 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why are there so many different versions of Microsoft Office?What is Microsoft Office? Well, it depends on what version you buy. If you buy the "Home and Student Edition", it costs about $150 and it includes Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneNote. By contrast, if you spend $99 ([More] Nobody's #1 On Google - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1028 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1028 Sat, 15 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Ever since Google changed their Page Rank algorithm in 2009, web sites can no longer claim to be #1 for any given search term.One of the most misunderstood things about search engines is the way they rank websites in search results. A website's position in search results can mak[More] Burger With a Side Order Of WHAT? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1027 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1027 Fri, 14 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT You want fries with that? No Thanks. I'll take a Tums or Rolaids.This may sound like a joke, but I'm totally serious. I'm one of those people who loves fast-food, but sometimes it's a bit too much for my stomach to handle. Wouldn't it be great if they sold antacids in fast fo[More] Bottled Water Rip-Off - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1026 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1026 Thu, 13 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why is it so expensive to buy bottled water?When I go into a deli for a sandwich, I'm blown away by the price of bottled water. In many cases, the price for (individual) bottled water is exactly the same as just about every other drink in the store. That's crazy.When you buy wa[More] Why Did Han Solo Need an Interpreter? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1025 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1025 Wed, 12 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Han Solo didn't have any trouble speaking Greedo and Jabba The Hut in the Original Star Wars...Here's something that has puzzled me for a long time. In the Original Star Wars, Greedo confronts Han Solo using a language known as Huttese, which is the same language many of the peo[More] The Digital Ghetto - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1024 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1024 Tue, 11 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Because of algorithms, we all live in a Digital Ghetto.When most of us think of the word "Ghetto", we tend to think of the modern interpretation of a urban slum, but the original meaning has nothing to do with any particular race or community. It was a bit more general.According [More] 2-Sided ID Bages - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1023 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1023 Mon, 10 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT What good is an ID Badge, if you only see it 50% of the time?I spent time in a lot of hospitals and nursing homes over the last couple of years, and one thing that is common to all of them is that everyone is required to wear ID badges. Unfortunately, half the time they were ups[More] One Volume To Control Them All - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1022 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1022 Sun, 09 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Having two independent volume settings is a pain in the neck.I hate when a device like a mobile phone or cable box has it's own independent volume control, even when it's connected to another device, such as a speaker, headset, or car radio.This causes all sorts of problems when [More] Big Parking Spots for Trucks - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1021 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1021 Sat, 08 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT The most popular vehicles in the world are pickup trucks, so why are parking spaces so small?I drive a Ford F-150 Pickup Truck. It's been the biggest selling vehicle in the world for over 40 year straight. It outsells not only every truck, but every car, SUV, or minivan, yet wi[More] Got Clutter? Eliminate Duplicates - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1020 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1020 Fri, 07 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT One of the easiest first steps towards eliminating clutter is getting rid of duplicates.A lot of people who struggle with clutter have one thing in common, they have a lot of duplicate items, which means their first step is to simply eliminate the duplicates.While it may be hard [More] Transgender Athletes in Pro Sports. Why Not? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1019 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1019 Thu, 06 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Should transgender athletes be allowed to play professional sports?With all the controversy over which restrooms transgendered people should be allowed to use, it begs the question... what else should they be allowed to do?It's pretty black and white to me. They should be allowe[More] Alerts Before Fees! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1018 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1018 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why don't banks and credit card companies warn you before charging a fee?It drives me crazy whenever I get an overdraft or late fee from a bank or credit card company. Most of the time, its because of a simple oversight, which could've been avoided if they had the courtesy of se[More] Who Cares About Tom Brady's Jersey? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1017 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1017 Tue, 04 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT What's the big deal about Tom Brady's lost Jersey?The biggest story to come out of the 2017 Super Bowl was Tom Brady's missing jersey. Somebody stole his game worn jersey? Really? Who cares?As I mentioned in a video I posted last year, I find the entire premise of giving value[More] Driving Mellow - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1016 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1016 Mon, 03 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Before you blow your horn, have you considered the steering wheel?I'm a mellow guy by nature, and driving is no exception, so it's always fascinated me why so many people act like crazed lunatics behind the wheel.As a Mellow Driver, I tend to drive in the slower lanes, but I see [More] Ban Fake Download Ads - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1015 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1015 Sun, 02 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why does Google allow FAKE download ads?One of the biggest scams on the Internet is Fake Download Ads, but you never hear anything about it. A "Fake" download ad is the kind of ad that tricks you into downloading a program you weren't looking for, because its placed on the downl[More] File Names Aren't Enough - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1014 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1014 Sat, 01 Apr 2017 01:00:00 GMT I wish Macs and Windows had a way to attach notes to files, instead of relying on the filename alone.Naming files is a bit of an art. You create a file on Monday and give it a name. By Tuesday, you've changed it a few times, and potentially created a second or even third versio[More] Hey Google... Stop GUESSING! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1013 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1013 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT The strange thing about search engines is that nearly 100% of what they index is nothing more than a guess, and sometimes they guess wrong.I've always been fascinated with search engines. Most of the time, when you search for something, they give you exactly what you're looking [More] Web Page Expiration Dates - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1012 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1012 Thu, 30 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT I hate seeing outdated content in search results.The web is full of useless, outdated content. There needs to be a way for a web site to specify an expiration date for each page, so that they can be filtered automatically from search results pages.We know some pages are more tim[More] Mac Function Key Lock - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1011 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1011 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT There needs to be a quicker way to toggle Mac Function Keys.There's an option in the System Preferences on a Mac that lets you toggle between using the Function Keys as "Standard" Function Keys, or use them for the "Special" features printed on the keys such as brightness, Launch[More] Tag... Then Shuffle - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1010 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1010 Tue, 28 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Sometimes Shuffle isn't enough.One of the most popular features of music players is the Shuffle option that plays your music at random, but sometimes mixing your entire library is a bit too much. That's why I think music players like iPods, iTunes, and the iPhone should have one[More] Free Windows Upgrades For The Life of Your PC? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1009 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1009 Mon, 27 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Paying as much as $130 for an "Upgrade" of Windows is just plain wrong.One of the biggest mistakes Microsoft made over the years their policy of charging enormous prices for upgrades to Windows. This policy has stagnated the industry for decades as PC owners need to decide wheth[More] Email Should Have Expiration Dates - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1008 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1008 Sun, 26 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT My email archives are loaded with useless emails for things like Black Friday sales from over 10 years ago. That's stupid.Even though there's virtually unlimited space in our inboxes, there's no reason to archive most of our emails, especially promotional emails for limited time[More] Movie Theater Subscriptions and Season Tickets - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1007 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1007 Sat, 25 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great if you could pay a monthly subscription to a REAL movie theater?There's no doubt about it, Netflix changed the way people watch movies at home. Their subscription model was a revolution in the rental market allowing you to pay one price to watch as many movi[More] Need Help? Uber... For Services? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1006 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1006 Fri, 24 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT What amazes me most about Uber is the fact that they do one thing really well, and it has nothing to do with transportation.When I look at the success of Uber, what I see is something much more important than simply providing transportation. What I see is a company that knows ex[More] What's Missing From Recovery Console? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1005 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1005 Thu, 23 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT The Recovery console is missing one critical feature, the ability to ACTUALLY recover YOUR files.Windows PCs and Macs both have a feature that let you boot into a special Recovery Console, whenever your system has trouble. The idea behind the Recovery Console is to give the owne[More] Isn't AIN'T a Word? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1004 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1004 Wed, 22 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT It's in the dictionary, but we've all been told that Ain't... Isn't a word, but here's how it could be.Every year, new words are added to the dictionary, because dictionaries are a reflection of the words we use every day, and for what it's worth, that's why "Ain't" is in the dic[More] Why Amazon Echo Should Actually... Echo! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1003 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1003 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT The Amazon Echo is one of my favorite gadgets, but it's lacking one feature that would make it even better, the ability to echo back what you say to it.I originally posted this idea at least a year before I stated posting videos and it was one of my most popular topics. The esse[More] How Large is a Large Drink? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1002 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1002 Mon, 20 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT It's impossible knowing the real size of drinks in restaurants because they use different cup sizes.When you order a small drink in a fast food restaurant, do you know how big it will be? If you ask for the same size in another restaurant, you'll probably get an entirely differe[More] Amazon Echo Voice Messages - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1001 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1001 Sun, 19 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great if you could use your Amazon Echo to leave voice messages?As I mentioned in a previous idea, I think anything with a microphone, speaker, and Internet access would be a perfect replacement for an intercom or even a landline phone that can not only communicate[More] Landline Text Forwarding - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1000 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=1000 Sat, 18 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT We all know you can't send a text message to a landline phone. Here's a quick solution.The inability to send and receive texts to landlines is a big problem. This means that about half the phones in the world are incapable of sending or receiving texts. The trouble is, when so[More] Hat Sticker Shock! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=999 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=999 Fri, 17 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do so many people leave the stickers on their hats?This has boggled my mind for years. Why the heck would anyone want to walk around with stickers on their hats? As far as I'm concerned, when I buy something, the first thing I do when I take it home is take off all the tags[More] Amazon Echo Intercom and Calling - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=998 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=998 Thu, 16 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great to use your Amazon Echo to make calls?When you break it down, the Amazon Echo has 3 basic components, a microphone, speaker, and Internet connection. To me, that's all you need to use the Echo as a communication device.The simplest form of communication woul[More] Apple Needs to Focus on the Front Camera - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=997 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=997 Wed, 15 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Considering how often people take selfies, why doesn't Apple make a better front facing camera?With every new generation of iPhone, the biggest improvement is almost always to the camera, and most of those improvements are only to the rear facing camera. Meanwhile they keep negl[More] The Sticky Sticker Problem - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=996 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=996 Tue, 14 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT I hate when I take something home from the store, and I can't get the stickers off.Why is it that some companies use heavy duty glue when they put stickers on their products? There are so many alternative adhesives out there that can securely hold a sticker in place, without lea[More] Quiet That Phone... Quietly! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=995 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=995 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do some phones make a sound when you turn them on or off?Have you noticed that a lot of mobile phones not only play music when you turn them on, but turn them off. This makes no sense at all, especially when the person is shutting it off specifically so they won't disturb pe[More] Why Luke is Rey's Father... Star Wars VIII (The Last Jedi) Predictions - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=994 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=994 Sun, 12 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT There are a lot of theories about who Rey's parents are. Here's why I think Luke is the only logical choice.Ever since the release of Star Wars, Episode VII, The Force Awakens people have come up with all sorts of theories. Most of them are pretty far-fetched, such as Rey being[More] Ever Heard of Open Back Shoes? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=993 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=993 Sat, 11 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do some people ruin their shoes by crushing the back?This one boggles my mind. For some reason I see a lot of people who completely destroy their shoes by wearing them like a sandal. Why would they do that? Haven't they ever heard of open backed shoes or sandals?I can't im[More] Windows Should Have Cloud Based Installers, Like Apple - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=992 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=992 Fri, 10 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT I wish Microsoft had a way to install Windows from the cloud.Re-installing your OS on a fresh drive is so much easier on a Mac than on a Windows PC because Apple has the ability to install MacOS directly from the cloud, instead of fumbling around for either the original Windows C[More] Amazon Echo Unchained? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=991 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=991 Thu, 09 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT One of the biggest things holding back the Amazon Echo is the proprietary cord.I was one of the first people to get an Amazon Echo. I pre-ordered mine after seeing a demonstration video showing a typical family using their Echo for all sorts of things throughout their home. Wha[More] Better Car Blinkers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=990 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=990 Wed, 08 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate when somebody's turn signal stays on for 20 minutes?It drives me crazy whenever I drive behind somebody who doesn't realize they left their blinker on and it blinks for miles. It's not only annoying, but its a potential safety hazard because you can't tell if or w[More] Natural Versions of Food? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=989 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=989 Tue, 07 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Natural versions... What's in the regular versions?I get a kick out of companies that sell "Natural" versions of their products, while continuing to sell the original version. Why would they do that? If the newer version is natural, doesn't it draw your attention to their origi[More] That STUPID Windows Key! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=988 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=988 Mon, 06 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT File this under: "What were they thinking?".When Microsoft introduced Windows 95 over 22 years ago, they also introduced their first major hardware idea... the Windows Key, and I've hated that stupid key from the first time I saw it.Windows 95 was radically different from all the[More] My Solution to Missing Windows Drivers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=987 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=987 Sun, 05 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT I hate when I have to reinstall Windows, but I can't find all the drivers.Reinstalling Windows can be a real pain in the neck if you can't find drivers for all your components. In some cases, you can't even look online because one of the missing drivers is for the networking com[More] Bring Back The Original Star Wars Novels - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=986 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=986 Sat, 04 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why are the novelizations of the original Star Wars Trilogy out of print?I realize George Lucas loves to revise and update his movies long after they're released... but does he have to do the same for the novels? I read the original Star Wars books when they first came out, and [More] Backup Windows System Folders - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=985 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=985 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT I WISH Windows had a way to keep backup copies of the Windows Boot Folders.As a tech guy, people come to me all the time with their computer problems, and one of the most common problems is a system that won't boot because of a corrupt Windows system folder.Wouldn't it be great i[More] Mac vs Windows PC... Part 2 - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=984 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=984 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT If you can't decide whether to get a Windows PC, or an Apple Mac... get the Mac. Here's why.One of the most popular videos on my YouTube is about why I think a Mac is a better choice than a Windows PC. I received quite a lot of comments about that video, so I thought it would b[More] I Wish Windows Updates Were Like Apple's - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=983 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=983 Wed, 01 Mar 2017 01:00:00 GMT My MacOS is version 10.12.3. What's YOUR Windows version?Microsoft and Apple have two entirely different ways to handle operating system versions and updates. Every time Apple updates iOS, MacOS, TVOS, and WatchOS, they update their version numbers to reflect the changes. This[More] A Hidden Windows Security Problem - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=982 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=982 Tue, 28 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT One of the default settings in Windows is pretty dangerous.Microsoft's default setting in their File Manager is to "HIDE the file extension of known types". While this sounds harmless, it's actually one of the most common sources of computer viruses, because it makes it hard to [More] The 10 Cent Windows Solution - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=981 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=981 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why don't most Windows PC makers include a reinstallation CD in the box? It costs them pennies.When a hard drive fails, it's a quick fix. A new drive costs about $50 - $100, and it takes seconds to install. You pop open the cover, unclip or unscrew the old drive, then plop in [More] Why Do Political Arguments End Like This? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=980 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=980 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT It seems like whenever people talk politics, sooner or later one of them does this...If you've been following my blog and my YouTube Channel, you probably know that I rarely talk about politics, but this is something I have to get off my chest. I've noticed that whenever people [More] Why Have Gender Restrictions In Pro Sports? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=979 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=979 Sat, 25 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Some of the best athletes in the world are women, yet they aren't permitted to play in the same leagues as men.Although we can debate whether women (in general) are weaker than men, but there's no mistaking the fact that there are a lot of women who play on the same level as men.[More] Why is a Mac More Secure Than a Windows PC? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=978 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=978 Fri, 24 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT If most Mac owners don't use an Anti-Virus, why do they have fewer viruses?Billions of dollars are spent each year on Anti-Viruses and other Internet Security programs, yet almost none of it is from Apple Mac owners. Based on that, you might think that Macs would be less secure,[More] Apple FaceTime is Missing One Thing... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=977 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=977 Thu, 23 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't Apple's FaceTime have a way to leave a Voice or Video Message?Ever since the invention of the telephone, people have dreamed of the day when video calling will replace regular calling as the most common way to communicate with friends and family. Although many compan[More] A "Close All" Option - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=976 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=976 Wed, 22 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Don't you wish there was a quick way to close all your programs and documents at once?At any given time, most of us have a lot programs, documents, and windows open at the same time. This can not only be distracting, but it can eat up a lot of resources, making your computer slo[More] The Print Screen Key... That Doesn't Print? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=975 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=975 Tue, 21 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Shouldn't the PrintScreen Key... print the screen?One of the most confusing things on a Windows PC is that stupid, Print Screen Key. People ask me about it all the time. It seems to just take up space, so why is it even there?Ever since the first IBM PC in the early 80s, the ke[More] Shut Up and Sing (Updated) - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=974 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=974 Mon, 20 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT There's a time and place for politics... and its NOT at a concert.I hate when celebrities preach politics to their audience, so I posted a video about it a while back. This video expands on what I said earlier to clarify my position.In a nutshell, my main point is that celebriti[More] The Car Window Problem - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=973 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=973 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Sometimes car makers overlook simple problems.Don't you hate when you get into your car in the morning only to realize you left the window open the night before... and it just rained?Most cars today will warn you if you leave the headlights on, and they'll warn you if you leave t[More] Do You Need to Use Hashtags? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=972 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=972 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Have you ever wondered why some people use #hashtags, and some people don't?I posted something about this subject a while back, but I decided to post a slightly shorter version that gets right to the point.Simply stated, if you don't have a lot of followers, very few people will [More] The HIDDEN Rebel Base in Star Wars? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=971 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=971 Fri, 17 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT If it was so important to keep the location of the HIDDEN Rebel Base a secret, why did Princess Leia make it so easy for the Empire to find it?Think about it. After enduring hours of torture, Princess Leia still refused to disclose the location of the Rebel Base, which shows you[More] Is Apple at the Cutting Edge? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=970 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=970 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT The trouble with buying a new Mac is it might be old, before you even take it home.One of the great things about Apple is they tend to be at the cutting edge of just about every new technology, which often leads to a longer shelf life. I've got 5 Macs right now, including a 17 i[More] What Happened to Han Solo's Reward? - A Star Wars Question - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=969 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=969 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT We all know Han Solo needed his reward money in the Original Star Wars. What happened to it?This has bugged me for years. If Han Solo knew there was a price on his head, why didn't he find some way to give Jabba The Hutt his reward? After all, having bounty hunters chasing him[More] The HIDDEN Cost of Loyalty Tags - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=968 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=968 Tue, 14 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Toll tags like E-ZPass are great, but there's a hidden agenda.Toll tags are being used like poker chips in a casino, they keep you from thinking of them as money, which is why politicians love them so much. It makes it easier for you to forget how much you pay each time you go t[More] Loyalty Cards Need THESE Changes... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=967 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=967 Mon, 13 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT I've got a problem with Loyalty Cards. Here's how to make them better.Just about every major retail store and restaurant has a Loyalty Card program that lets you get discounts and other perks just for using your card. While I don't have a problem with the concept, there's defin[More] You've Gotta Have Thick Skin... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=966 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=966 Sun, 12 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT The Internet. You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. We must be careful what we post.I don't know why, but the Internet has the ability to turn the most innocent people into Internet Trolls. Within minutes of posting ANYTHING publicly on social media, y[More] Toll Tags and Rental Cars - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=965 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=965 Sat, 11 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why don't rental cars have toll tags?One of the most frustrating things about renting a car is that you can't use a toll tag like E-ZPass to speed your way through toll booths. Why is that?Doesn't it makes sense for car rental companies to at least give renters the option to inc[More] Like, Share, Comment, Subscribe... Yada, Yada... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=964 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=964 Fri, 10 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do so many YouTubers beg you to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe?You just watched this great video of a cat dressed up like a shark, riding around on a Roomba vacuum, chasing a baby duck. Now what do you do? Most people don't do anything at all. They either pick another[More] P2P SmartPhone Payments - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=963 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=963 Thu, 09 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT If the future of money is digital, we need a quick way to exchange money between people, not just stores.I love the idea of an E-Wallet. The only problem is it's only useful when you make purchases online or in stores. When it comes to paying from person to person, our options [More] How Great Speaker Systems SHOULD Work - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=962 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=962 Wed, 08 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Great speaker systems should have sound sensors to automatically calibrate them for your room.You just spent over $500 on a new home theater system, but somehow it doesn't quite sound the way it should. It's not your fault. You followed all the instructions... You took it out o[More] The Problem With Apple's Keyboard Choices - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=961 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=961 Tue, 07 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Apple spent a lot of time on their new MacBook Pro TouchBar, but they're still overlooking their other keyboard choices.Apple makes exactly two keyboards. One is wired, the other is wireless. Clearly the Wired Keyboard is a much better keyboard. Why is that?Apple's Wired USB K[More] Home Miniature Golf Table... Invention Idea - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=960 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=960 Mon, 06 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Here's my idea bringing the joy of Mini-Golf into your own home.Great inventions often come from finding new ways to adapt existing technology to an all new purpose. That's how today's Idea of the Day came about.We've all see 3D Impression Pin Boxes before. They're little toy b[More] The World's FUNNIEST JOKE? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=959 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=959 Sun, 05 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT According to a team of scientists, THIS is the world's FUNNIEST JOKE!Science has been a lifelong passion of mine, so I read a lot of scientific books and magazines. What fascinates me most is the diversity of subjects that scientists choose to study, including of all things, com[More] Beeping Ceiling Fans! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=958 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=958 Sat, 04 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Isn't it a pain the the neck trying to change the speed of your fan, when you can't figure out what speed its at?Just about everyone has at least one ceiling fan, and most of them work the same way. You pull the string, and the fan goes on. Each time you pull it after that, the[More] PS4, XBox, Nintendo... Give Me a BREAK! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=957 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=957 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Parents need better parental controls that force kids to take a break if they play too long.Most parents today have no idea how many hours their children spend playing games each day. It's not unusual for a child to literally play for 6 or more hours straight without taking a br[More] The Key to Better Plungers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=956 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=956 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Most plungers don't make a good seal.Just about every plunger on the market today is round, but the drains in most toilets aren't centered in the bowl, so the plunger doesn't make a good seal on all sides.The simple solution is for toilet manufacturers to include a plunger that f[More] The Snack Problem - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=955 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=955 Wed, 01 Feb 2017 01:00:00 GMT Whatever happened to single serving snacks?It's nearly impossible finding single serving snacks such as potato chips in delis and convenience stores these days. Just about every snack in the store tends to have 2 or 3 servings per package. It's no wonder so many people struggle[More] McDonald's Italiano - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=954 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=954 Tue, 31 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT McDonald's already has all the ingredients to make this Italian classic.When a restaurant like McDonald's already has a wide selection of ingredients, it makes you wonder why they don't try mixing some of them to add entirely new items to the menu.For example, McDonald's already [More] Bye Bye Email Lists? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=953 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=953 Mon, 30 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why is it so hard to unsubscribe from some email lists?One of my Internet Pet Peeves is the frustration of clicking a link to unsubscribe from an email list, and seeing a web page that tells me it can take several weeks to be removed from the list. Several weeks? Are they kiddi[More] The App Store is Missing a Critical Feature - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=952 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=952 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't Apple's App Store have an option to sell upgrades to existing customers?Selling upgraded versions to existing customers has always been one of the most important sources of revenue for App Developers, but for some reason, Apple still doesn't have an option for selling[More] Why are File Searches So SLOW? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=951 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=951 Sat, 28 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why does it take so long to find a file... even when you know the name?I'm a database guy, so it drives me crazy when it takes as much as 5 or 10 minutes to search for a file name on my computers. That's because most computers these days can have as many as a million or more fil[More] Stop Color Correcting Photos! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=950 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=950 Fri, 27 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Do you use programs like Adobe Photoshop or Apple Photos to adjust the color in your photos?When I got my first digital camera in the late 90s, I learned a valuable lesson. After spending hours "cleaning up" my photos by increasing the brightness and contrast, I looked at my fin[More] Phone Booths! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=949 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=949 Thu, 26 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT I miss phone booths!You rarely see phone booths anymore, and that's a shame. Now that everyone has a mobile phone, I'm sure a lot of people think they're not useful anymore, but as far as I'm concerned, phone booths are useful specifically BECAUSE everyone has a mobile phone.Pho[More] Lockable iPad Apps - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=948 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=948 Wed, 25 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Whenever you allow your friends and family to use your iPad, you are also inviting them to read your email.We all know Apple's iPhone and iPad are very secure. In fact, even law enforcement have a hard time unlocking them. There is, however one small problem. A lot of people u[More] Search Engines Need This... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=947 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=947 Tue, 24 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why is it so hard to find local information online?The Internet revolutionized just about everything, but for some reason it's harder today to find local information online than it was before the Internet.Before the Internet, if you were looking for a business, or phone number, a[More] YouTube Needs a Dynamic Bumper Feature - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=946 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=946 Mon, 23 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT YouTube should have a way for creators to dynamically insert bumpers before and after our clips.Just about everyone who posts videos to YouTube on a regular basis inserts some sort of bumper at the end of each clip where they talk a bit about their channel, and how to find their [More] Don't Name Your Company Until... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=945 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=945 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Coming up with a good name is one of the most important steps in starting a business, but many people overlook one thing...One of the biggest mistakes I've seen people make when starting a new business is forgetting to search the web to see if somebody else already owns their new[More] Unlocking Better Siri - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=944 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=944 Sat, 21 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Siri should be able to launch certain Apps without unlocking.When put on my headphones, the first thing I want to do is tell Siri to play something. So, I can say "Play The Beatles", and it will start playing my music without even taking my iPhone out of it's holster.The problem[More] How Apple Can Improve AirPods - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=943 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=943 Fri, 20 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT I love my AirPods, but Apple needs to make a few changes.Apple's AirPods look and feel just like Apple's original EarPods, with one major difference, there are no wires... or buttons. None of us miss the wires, but overcoming the lack of control buttons is a bit harder.Apple's s[More] The On-Demand Generation - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=942 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=942 Thu, 19 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Millennials don't know what it's like to live in a world of patience and anticipation.Technology has given the Generation Gap a new meaning. Today's Millennials grew up in an era where just about everything they do these days is on-demand. Not only can they play their favorite [More] iPhone Custom White Balance - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=941 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=941 Wed, 18 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't the iPhone have a Custom White Balance option?Whenever Apple releases a new iPhone, most of the improvements are related to the camera, because the iPhone is now the most popular camera in the world, yet it lacks one of the most important features that serious photogr[More] Hey Car Makers... Shut the Lights! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=940 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=940 Tue, 17 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Who's fault is it when your battery dies because you left a light on?Most cars sound an alarm when you leave your headlights on by mistake, because it could drain your battery, but for some reason, there is no alarm when you leave an interior light on. Why is that?This little ov[More] Joe The Plumber... in the President's Cabinet. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=939 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=939 Mon, 16 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Does our government REALLY represent us?When the Founding Fathers drafted the Constitution of the United States, they wanted to create a truly unique government that was made up of everyday common people. A government OF the people, FOR the people, and BY the people of the United[More] Facebook Needs Better Buttons on Facebook Pages - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=938 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=938 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't Facebook give websites a simple way to link to their website?It drives me crazy that Facebook doesn't give people a simple way to link directly to their website from their Facebook Page. Although Facebook gives you a way to enter your website, it's not shown directly [More] TV Remotes With Radio Buttons - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=937 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=937 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT TV Remotes should have Radio Buttons to jump directly to your favorite channels.It's impossible to keep track of all your favorite TV channels these days because there are literally thousands of channels. Wouldn't it be great if you could assign each of your favorite channels to[More] Dash Cams Should Be Standard - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=936 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=936 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why aren't Dash Cams a BUILT-IN option on new cars?Just minutes after an accident takes place, the facts of the accident start changing. The driver in one car says one thing. The driver in the other car says something completely different, and passengers and witnesses all say s[More] Putting My Foot Down... On Dirty Toilets! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=935 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=935 Thu, 12 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Nobody likes to touch a dirty toilet seat.One of the most disgusting things about using a public restroom is having to touch the toilet seat with your bare hands.Of course, some people lift it with their foot.. but that only leads to dirty shoes. Other people like to grab it wit[More] Internet Cookies... Explained - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=934 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=934 Wed, 11 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT What's an Internet Cookie?As a tech guy, people often ask me about deleting their "Cookies" because they really don't know what they are, and they often think they're harmful. The simple answer is cookies are harmless text files placed on your computer by a website. They don't[More] No Chips Ahoy! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=933 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=933 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT My favorite part of Chips Ahoy! Chocolate Chip Cookies... is the Cookie!I know this sounds strange, but I love the cookie part of Chips Ahoy! cookies more than I do the chips, so why not make a No-Chips Ahoy cookie, that has just the cookie part, without the chocolate chips.[More] McOnion Rings. Onion Rings at McDonald's - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=932 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=932 Mon, 09 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't McDonald's have Onion Rings on the menu?Onion Rings are one of the most popular hamburger side dishes in the world. Unfortunately, you can't order them at the world's most popular hamburger restaurants.That's pretty strange when you think of just how popular they are[More] Landline Texting? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=931 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=931 Sun, 08 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Isn't it strange that we still can't send or receive text messages on a landline?Mobile technology improves every year, but landlines are stuck in the 20th century. Why is that?SMS / Text Messaging is more popular than ever. Many people send and receive more texts each day than[More] Trashy Cars? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=930 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=930 Sat, 07 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why don't cars have a place for you to put your trash?If you have kids, or you do a lot of driving, chances are you accumulate a fair amount of trash each day from eating and drinking in the car. Unfortunately, most cars don't have anyplace to store your trash, so it ends up get[More] Where's the Cheese Fries? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=929 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=929 Fri, 06 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Everything tastes better with cheese.One of the most popular items in restaurants and diners is cheese fries, but for some reason, you rarely see cheese fries in fast food restaurants like McDonald's and Burger King. Isn't that strange? Every fast food restaurant has the ingred[More] The Library Dilemma - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=928 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=928 Thu, 05 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT If libraries were invented today... would they be legal?Ever since the Internet came along, companies have complained that file sharing is costing them money because authors and artists don't get paid when you share your digital, music, or movies. Meanwhile, libraries lend books[More] Is Apple TV... The Future of Television? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=927 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=927 Wed, 04 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT I love Apple TV, but I wouldn't call it "The Future of Television"When Apple introduced the latest generation of Apple TV, they called it "The Future of Television?". Are they kidding? It's not even close, but here are a few of the things Apple should consider for the next gene[More] How Hackers... Go Phishing - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=926 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=926 Tue, 03 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Real hacking is nothing like what you see in TV and movies. Most of it is done through Phishing.When most people think of hacking, the image that comes to mind is of a computer expert banging away at the keyboard tearing down firewalls and security systems at a breakneck pace, j[More] Newspaper Legal Notices? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=925 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=925 Mon, 02 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT Why do newspapers still run legal notices?Last time I checked, we're still in the 21st century, but for some reason just about every newspaper in the country still has a section for Legal Notices. Why the heck don't they just use the Internet for things like that?Before the Inte[More] Web Browsers Need This Button - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=924 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=924 Sun, 01 Jan 2017 01:00:00 GMT I wish it was easier reset web browsers so that people can get rid of unwanted add-ons, plug-ins, toolbars, etc.People often come to me with their computer problems, and a messed up web browser is near the top of the list. Most of those problems can be fixed by resetting the bro[More] Ketchonnaise! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=923 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=923 Sat, 31 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why don't you ever see pre-mixed Ketchup and Mayonnaise?Just about everyone would agree, ketchup and mayonnaise are a great combination for hamburgers, french fries, onion rings, and seafood, so why doesn't any major food company package them pre-mixed in bottles or take-out pack[More] Hey... Shoe Makers... Ever Heard of a Ruler? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=922 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=922 Fri, 30 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT What's the deal with extra long shoelaces?It drives me nuts when I get a new pair of shoes and the laces are way too long. Why on earth would they do that? You end up with laces that literally drag on the ground unless you tie a double knot. Don't they know how to measure?Look[More] This One Goes To Eleven? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=921 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=921 Thu, 29 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do you know how loud your TV is?That should be an easy question, but it's not. When you use your remote to change the volume to 11, is that the same as another brand's 11? Probably not. In fact, some TV's only go to 10, while others have no number at all. Isn't that strange?Th[More] My Favorite Gmail Feature... That's Missing. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=920 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=920 Wed, 28 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't Gmail have a way to let US control our inbox tabs?I love Gmail, but it still takes me forever to read my email each day because it's loaded with so much clutter. Some of it is automatically sorted into Gmails default tabs "Primary", "Social", "Promotions", "Updates",[More] Beware of Fake Fundraising Emails! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=918 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=918 Mon, 26 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Beware... Fake fundraising emails are on the rise!Over the last few months, I've noticed a rise in the number of fake fundraising emails. Most of them were election related, but the fact remains, there are now spammers making money off of unsuspecting people who THINK they're su[More] The Two Browser Challenge - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=919 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=919 Mon, 26 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT The web is biased... but not the way you think.You may not realize it, but most of what you see online is biased, and it's not some vast right or left wing conspiracy. It's a direct result of an algorithm specifically designed to feed you content that you already like.At the hea[More] What BUGS Me About... Cable TV - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=917 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=917 Sun, 25 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why are there NO standards for channel numbers on Cable TV?Before cable TV came along, channels were know primarily by their number. There weren't many channels, so it was pretty simple, and as a rule of thumb although station ownership changed from time to time, but it didn't m[More] What's a REAL Star Wars Fan? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=916 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=916 Sat, 24 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why do so many Star Wars fans make fun of the series?Even though I'm a HUGE Star Wars fan, I often use my blog to poke fun at some of the strange plot holes and continuity problems in the films. On the surface, some people might wonder if that's because I'm not a "Real Fan", bec[More] How To Restore Files Deleted From iCloud - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=915 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=915 Fri, 23 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why is it so hard to restore files you've deleted from your iPhone?Ever since the first Apple Macintosh computer came out in 1984, it's been super easy to get back files you've deleted. All you need to do is look in the trash can. It was so easy Microsoft followed their lead wh[More] Apple Touch Bar Wish... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=914 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=914 Thu, 22 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT I love the Touch Bar on Apple's new MacBook Pro, but I have one problem. I have a desktop Mac.When I first saw the new MacBook Pro with the integrated Touch Bar, I immediately wanted... the Touch Bar. I've already got about a half dozen Macs, so while I don't need to replace an[More] Why Don't They Teach THIS In School? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=913 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=913 Wed, 21 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Schools teach just about everything a student needs to get a job, except how to find one.Finding the right job isn't easy, especially since most students have no idea where to start. It's not just a matter of checking newspaper listings and online job sites, because a lot of stu[More] What BUGS Me About Apple's Contacts - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=912 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=912 Tue, 20 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Contacts is one of Apple's oldest Apps, but it hasn't been improved in years.It drives me crazy when I use the Contacts App, and I see multiple versions of the same person. This is the result of merging contacts from Gmail, AOL, and Microsoft Outlook that took place over the yea[More] The Big Data Crystal Ball - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=911 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=911 Mon, 19 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Companies spend millions of dollars trying to figure out what you like. Why not just ask?Big Data is everywhere, and it's watching everything you do. Retail stores track your purchases whenever you use a credit or loyalty card. Search engines like Google or Bing keep a history[More] I Hate Juggling Multiple Social Media Accounts - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=910 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=910 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT It's a pain in the neck managing multiple social media accounts.Just about everyone today has at least some presence on social media. For some, it's just a single Facebook account, but more often than not, they also have accounts on a whole bunch of other social media services l[More] The Trouble With Pop-Tarts - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=909 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=909 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why the heck do Pop-Tarts come TWO per package?Look, I like Pop-Tarts, but not enough to eat two at one sitting. Most of the time, I'm all I want is a snack, not an entire meal.Pop-Tarts come in a box of 8, with 4 packages of two each inside, so whenever you're in the mood for o[More] How Apple Can Improve the Alarm Clock App - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=908 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=908 Fri, 16 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT You've got a Smart Phone... Why not a Smart Alarm Clock?The Alarm Clock is one of the most popular Apps on the iPhone because it's far more flexible than a traditional bedside alarm clock. You can configure multiple alarms for each day with just a few taps, and you never have to[More] The Top Of My Mac Wish List - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=907 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=907 Thu, 15 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT I LOVE my Mac... but I'd love it even more with a Touch Screen!Touchscreen devices have been around for decades, but somehow Apple has never released a Mac with a touch screen, which is strange, because it seems as if the majority of computers and tablets on the market today have[More] What Bugs Me About iPhone... - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=906 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=906 Wed, 14 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate when you can't find one of your iPhone Apps?I've got a lot of Apps, and I do my best to try to organize them by moving as many as possible into folders organized by genre, and then I spend time trying to move them to other pages, but I still have a hard time findin[More] Why Do Students Protest So Often? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=905 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=905 Tue, 13 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Students love to protest.If you turn on the news these days, it seems like there's a protest going on somewhere just about every day, and more often than not, the group is made up almost entirely of students. Why is that?When you look at the crowd, all you see are young people. [More] Another Star Wars Question... Shmi Skywalker - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=904 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=904 Mon, 12 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Anakin Skywalker had no way to contact his mother, because she was a slave. Or was she?Here's another interesting mystery from the Star Wars prequels. We know Anakin wasn't able to contact his mother because she was a slave, but in Episode II, we learn that Shmi eventually beco[More] Contract 101: The Van Halen M & M Test - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=903 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=903 Sun, 11 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT How Van Halen used M & M's to make sure every contract was followed to the letter.In the 1980's Van Halen was playing huge arenas and stadiums around the world. Because their stage equipment was so heavy and had very specific power and weight requirements, they wanted to make su[More] The End of Common Media? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=902 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=902 Sat, 10 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT We no longer live in a Common Media World.Hundreds of years ago, news and information was spread through a very small number of media sources. Because of this, entire communities shared fundamentally the same news, at the same time. The news you read each day was identical to t[More] Yoda and Obi-Wan Kenobi's Big Mistake! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=901 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=901 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the key turning points in the third Star Wars Prequel could've changed EVERYTHING for the Jedi.At the end of Star Wars Episode III, The Revenge of the Sith, there's a scene where Ben / Obi-Wan Kenobi and Yoda return to the Jedi Temple on Coruscant to re-configure the beaco[More] REAL YouTube Age Ratings? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=900 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=900 Thu, 08 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't YouTube have a REAL Age Rating System?YouTube has exactly 2 ratings. If you check a box that says "Age Restricted" when you upload your video, it's considered for adults, otherwise, it's not. That's not enough.Very few people check the "Age Restricted" box because i[More] Facebook Newsfeed Freedom - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=899 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=899 Wed, 07 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Some people like the new Facebook Newsfeed. Some people don't. Why not let people choose which one to use?If you've been on Facebook for a while, you probably remember the big switch from the original Chronologic Newsfeed to the current Algorithmic Newsfeed. It was a pretty big [More] The Trouble With Facebook's Newsfeed - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=898 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=898 Tue, 06 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Here's what I HATE about Facebook's Newsfeed, and how they can make it better.When Facebook first launched, items were listed in your Newsfeed in chronological order. It was a pretty simple system. Posts were displayed in reverse order, with the newest items on the top, and the[More] Is Google Chrome... Spyware? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=897 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=897 Mon, 05 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Google Chrome is the most popular browser in the world. It's also the world's most popular spyware.According to Wikipedia: "Spyware is software that aims to gather information about a person or organization without their knowledge and that may send such information to another en[More] Target's Targeting You. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=896 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=896 Sun, 04 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Target knows more about you, than you know about yourself.In retail, information is king, and nobody does it better than Target. Every time you shop at Target using their Red Card, or even your own credit card, they track every item you buy so that they can anticipate your future[More] A Quick Way to Hide Text - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=895 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=895 Sat, 03 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Here's a quick and easy way to hide text without using encryption.The best way to hide something you've written is to use some kind of encryption password, but some programs don't have a way to do it.Once you've finished writing your text, look for an option to select all the tex[More] Amazon Should Get Rid of Alexa - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=894 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=894 Fri, 02 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Hey Siri... What is Amazon Alexa?I don't think Siri can answer that question, mainly because Amazon can't even answer it. For more than 20 years, Amazon Alexa has been the name of a service that provides traffic statistics to website owners, however for some strange reason, Amaz[More] An Email Sanity Check? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=893 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=893 Thu, 01 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT Oops... Did I just send THAT?Every now and then we write an email without considering what the recipient will think when they read it. Sometimes it's something simple, like our choice of colorful language or jargon, but other times the entire email is just plain crazy. This can[More] Self-Destructing Email. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=892 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=892 Wed, 30 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Some emails have a tendency to haunt you for years. Here's how a system can be designed to make some of them go away right after reading them.After all the buzz over Hillary Clinton's email server in the 2016 election, I think we all know the value of securing sensitive emails. [More] Safer Texting Buttons - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=891 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=891 Tue, 29 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Texting while driving is unsafe. Here's how to make it safer.We all know how unsafe it is to text and drive, yet it's hard to entirely avoid the distractions because although we can try to resist the urge to type replies while driving, it's hard to ignore reading messages as the[More] Electoral College 2.0 - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=890 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=890 Mon, 28 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Many people today would like to get rid of the Electoral College. Here's a better alternative.From time to time we elect a president who doesn't win the popular vote, which naturally leads to a lot of debate about the purpose of the Electoral College. Most of the debate is grou[More] Is History Accurate? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=889 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=889 Sun, 27 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT If we can't agree on the events of our own time, how can we trust that the history we read is accurate?If you picked up The New York Times and The New York Post and read a story about an event that took place yesterday, there's a pretty good chance that the two newspapers won't a[More] Beware of Calendar Spam! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=888 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=888 Sat, 26 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT There's a new kind of Spam on the horizon... Calendar Spam!Spammers have found a new way to send you unsolicited advertisements... by sending you Calendar Requests, which bypass your email Spam Filters.In the past 2 weeks, I've received about 5 or 6 Calendar Spam requests, which [More] A Better Flight Mode - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=887 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=887 Fri, 25 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT The problem with Flight Mode is that it's not that useful on a Flight.Just about every Smartphone made today has a feature called "Flight Mode" or "AirPlane Mode" that is used to quickly turn off all radio communication so that it doesn't interfere with the instruments used on ai[More] Are Mirrors Above Urinals a Good Idea? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=886 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=886 Thu, 24 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Are restroom urinal mirrors a good idea? You bet!About a week ago, I saw something in an airport restroom that I've never seen before, eye level mirrors just above the urinals. I didn't know what to think of them at first. They seemed a bit out of place.Eventually I realized [More] No iPhone Left Behind... Thanks to Apple Watch? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=885 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=885 Wed, 23 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you walk about 30 feet away from your iPhone, chances are your Apple Watch will realize it before you do.The iPhone and Apple Watch were, literally, made for eachother. Your iPhone knows when it's connected to your Apple Watch and vice versa. Consequently, your Apple Watch k[More] How to Fix "Comment Failed to Post" Message on YouTube - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=884 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=884 Tue, 22 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you've ever been unable to post comments on YouTube because of the error message "Comment Failed to Post", this is what to do.There's a bug in YouTube that pops up every now and then that prevents people from posting comments. Although it will let you type in your comment, yo[More] Why doesn't eBay offer REAL Auction Rules to Prevent Sniping? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=883 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=883 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate when somebody outbids you on eBay at the last second?For what it's worth, eBay may call themselves an auction site, but they don't use REAL auction rules, which has a big effect on the outcomes of many of their auctions.Unlike a traditional auction, eBay has a pres[More] What if... You Knew You Couldn't Fail? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=882 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=882 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Is Fear Holding You Back?One of the biggest fears in life is the fear of failure. It keeps us from doing the things we've always wanted to do because we fear the consequences of failure. We stick to our comfort zone and play if safe, but in the back of our mind we wish we had t[More] Pay for Google AdWords with AdSense - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=881 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=881 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't Google have a way to link AdWords to AdSense?Most websites today, including IdeaOfTheDay.Com, use Google's AdSense to generate revenue from banner ads. It's pretty simple to set up, and Google takes care of just about everything, including selling the ads. All you d[More] Better Software Subscription Ideas - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=880 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=880 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT The new trend in software is subscription based pricing, but is it right for everyone?The software industry has changed quite a bit in the last few years. The biggest change is a shift from one price ownership to a monthly or annual subscription, which basically translates to so[More] FitBit Should Support Apple HealthKit - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=879 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=879 Thu, 17 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't Fitbit work with Apple's HealthKit?One of the biggest selling features for just about any health related device these days is integration with Apple's HealthKit, but for some reason, FitBit, the largest manufacturer of fitness trackers doesn't support it. That's pret[More] Why R2-D2's Memory Wasn't Erased in the Star Wars Prequels - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=878 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=878 Wed, 16 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT They erased C-3PO's memory at the end of Episode III... Why not R2-D2?One of the more interesting things about the Star Wars Prequels is that at the end of The Reveng of the Sith, they made it a point of saying they would have C-3PO's memory erased, but they made no mention whats[More] Why We Can't Trust The Media - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=877 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=877 Tue, 15 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT It's becoming harder and harder to trust the news as it's reported these days.It's been said that 50% or more of what is reported in the news is either accurate or misinterpreted. Unfortunately, that figure is probably wrong. That's because it was something I read on a news sit[More] Re-Thinking YouTube's New Monetization Rules. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=876 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=876 Mon, 14 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT There's a lot of buzz in the YouTube community over a series of new changes to their monetization rules.One of the great things about YouTube is that it allows people to earn money from advertising that runs with the videos they create. In some cases, it's a simple banner ad tha[More] What If EVERY Job Paid the Same? Idea of the Day #246 - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=875 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=875 Sun, 13 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT How much do you love your job?Here's something to think about. Imagine a world where every job had the exact same salary. We do our jobs and at the end of the week, everyone's paycheck is the same. Doctors, lawyers, street cleaners and sewer cleaners earn the same income.If th[More] The Solution to FILTHY Public Restrooms. Idea of the day #245 - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=874 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=874 Sat, 12 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do you know WHY most public restrooms STINK?The simple answer is that people are filthy slobs, the actual answer is actually pretty simple. Even somebody who's NOT a slob can make a mess once in a while, and when they do, they have no way to clean up after themselves.Think about[More] Scratch-Off Lotteries Should Show The Odds. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=873 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=873 Fri, 11 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do you know the odds of winning a Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket?When you walk into a store to buy a lottery ticket, you'll see dozens of different eye catching designs to grab your attention. On the surface, the only difference is the graphics, but it's a bit more complicated than [More] My Rare 1977 Star Wars Early Bird Certificate Package - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=872 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=872 Thu, 10 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you're a Star Wars Fan, perhaps you've heard of The 1977 Star Wars Early Bird Certificate Package.Of all the videos I post on my YouTube Channel, my Star Wars and Star Trek videos get hundreds of times more views. So, I think it would be fun to make a video every now and then [More] What's a Microsoft Signature Edition PC? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=871 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=871 Wed, 09 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Want to know how to get a Windows PC that doesn't SUCK? Get a Microsoft Signature Edition PC.One of the most frustrating things about buying a new Windows PC is having to deal with all the bundled JUNK that comes with it. It doesn't matter what brand you buy. HP, Dell, Lenovo [More] Why do Some People Use Hashtags... and Some People Don't - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=870 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=870 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Some people use hashtags... and some people don't. Why is that?One of the strange things about social media is the widespread use of hashtags. If you take a random sampling of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest posts, you'll notice that almost half of them have two or m[More] Why Didn't R2-D2 Recognize Yoda? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=869 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=869 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do you remember the scene in The Empire Strikes Back where Luke and R2-D2 first see Yoda? If you've seen the Prequels, you would expect R2-D2 to recognize him, but he doesn't.The Star Wars Prequels were great films, but there are a few continuity issues, especially concerning the[More] The TRUTH About Earning Money on YouTube - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=868 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=868 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT People often ask me if I can teach them how to make money on YouTube.The good news is that you can actually earn money on YouTube. The bad news is that very few people earn more than a few dollars. As a rule of thumb, you can earn about $1 or so for each 1,000 views, which mean[More] Standardized Windows Installer Discs - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=867 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=867 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why can't I use a Windows CD from a Dell on an HP and Vice Versa?This has bugged me for years. If I have to replace a hard drive from an HP, Dell, or Lenovo, why must I somehow find the original HP, Dell, or Lenovo Windows Installation Disc? As it stands now, with most major b[More] Did You Know...Elevator Door Close Buttons Don't Work? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=866 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=866 Fri, 04 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Did you know that the "Door Close" buttons on elevators don't do anything at all?If you get into an elevator made before 1990, chances are it has a button that says "Door Close", that does absolutely nothing at all. Even if it still lights up, it doesn't do anythingThat's becaus[More] Which Came First... Chicken or Egg? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=865 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=865 Thu, 03 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT To me, the answer is pretty simple. The egg came first.Which came first... Chicken or Egg? I don't know why there is so much debate over this question. Even if you aren't a scientist, there is only one logical answer. The egg.To keep things simple, here are the important fact[More] Potato Chips and Cereal Should Come in Ziploc Bags - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=864 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=864 Wed, 02 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do cereal and potato chip companies think we eat an entire package at once?This isn't rocket science. Whenever you open a package of food, you need to close it again to keep it fresh, so why don't potato chips and cereal come in Zip-Loc bags?The lack of resealable packaging mean[More] The Power of the Back Catalog - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=863 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=863 Tue, 01 Nov 2016 01:00:00 GMT A lot of aspiring YouTube creators give up too soon because their audience is too small.Creating a new YouTube channel isn't easy. You need to have the courage to consistently produce quality content, even though there's a strong chance nobody will see it. Yes, I mean NOBODY.Ea[More] Slot Machines Should Show The Odds - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=862 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=862 Mon, 31 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why don't casinos show you the odds on each slot machine?There are thousands of slot machines in a typical casino. Some have big jackpots, and very few winners, while others have smaller prizes, but a lot more winners. The trouble is, it's not completely clear which is which.Ca[More] The Web is Full of Identical Content - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=861 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=861 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why don't more sites focus on original content?The amount of information published online each day is staggering. The trouble is, most of it is redundant duplicate content.We live in a copycat world. If you do a search for a sentence from any given web site, odds are you can fi[More] Shut Up and Sing! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=860 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=860 Sat, 29 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate it when you go to a concert and the singer tells you who to vote for?One of the worst things about going to a concert this time of year is that a lot of singers like to talk about politics right in the middle of a show. This not only gets in the way of what we rea[More] Amazon Generic Prescription Drugs - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=859 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=859 Fri, 28 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT I think Amazon should sell generic prescription drugs.A 30 day supply of Lipitor can cost over $200 in some stores, whereas a generic version can cost quite a bit less, depending on where you get it. Costco for example sells their generic version for about $16.The trouble is, it[More] Beware of Phone Scammers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=858 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=858 Thu, 27 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Now that it's virtually free to make calls from around the world, there are more phone scammers than ever before.Yesterday, I talked a bit about "ScareWare", the fake messages you see on your computer screen warning you that you have a computer problem such as a virus. As a foll[More] What is ScareWare? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=857 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=857 Wed, 26 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT ScareWare is one of the biggest problems in the computer industry, but so many people have no idea what it is... or what to do about it.If you're surfing the web, and all of a sudden a window pops up telling you that you've got some sort of problem or a virus on your computer, an[More] No Headphone Jack? Thanks Apple! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=856 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=856 Tue, 25 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT The latest iPhone doesn't have a headphone jack, thank goodness.Every now and then, Apple does something unexpected and it makes people question their judgement. This time it was the simple elimination of the headphone jack from the latest generation of the iPhone. For some peo[More] Why Howard Stern Should Host Saturday Night Live - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=855 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=855 Mon, 24 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Howard Stern would be a great host for SNL.One of the great things about Saturday Night Live is the variety of stars who host the show each week. Frankly, some of the hosts aren't cut out to do sketch comedy, which can really affect the flow of the show.That's why the producers [More] The Howard Stern Channel 9 Show Should Be on Home Video - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=854 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=854 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do you remember the Howard Stern Channel 9 TV Show?Howard Stern's local TV show often beat Saturday Night Live in the ratings, but it's NEVER been on home video. which means there is an entire generation of his current fans that weren't even born when it first ran. That's pretty[More] iOS Needs an Option To View or Edit Photos MetaData - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=853 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=853 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't Apple's Photos App let you see or change the MetaData linked to your photos?Every photo you store on your computer or smartphone has hidden information that includes all sorts of useful information about the photo itself that you can only see using a computer. This i[More] Tech Tip. How to Use Apple's Photo Search - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=852 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=852 Fri, 21 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the coolest features of Apple's Photos App is the ability to search your Photo Library.As Photo Libraries get larger and larger, it becomes harder and harder to find specific photos when you're looking for them. It's like finding a needle in a haystack. Thankfully, there[More] You Need a To-DON'T List - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=851 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=851 Thu, 20 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Yesterday I promised myself I wouldn't eat fast food. Better luck next time.One of the most fundamental tools of productivity is a To-Do List to remind us of the tasks we plan on completing each day, so it makes just as much sense to create a list of the things we DON'T want to [More] Put EASY Items FIRST on Your To-Do List - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=850 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=850 Wed, 19 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT First things first, as long as they're EASY.If you've got a huge to-do list, getting enough momentum to tackle the hard stuff could be an uphill battle. That's why I like to start each day with a few simple tasks. If nothing else, it gives you an opportunity to warm up and buil[More] Uber.... For Volunteering - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=849 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=849 Tue, 18 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Here's another way to use the concept behind Uber for something completely different... and useful.Yesterday I talked about the idea of using the same technology as Uber for connecting a labor force of people willing to work with people who need work done. It was called Uber For[More] Uber... For Jobs. Find Day Labor Jobs Nearby - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=848 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=848 Mon, 17 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT The core idea of Uber can be applied to a lot more than ride sharing.If you think about it, what makes Uber so powerful is that it taps into a virtually unlimited workforce of people who have spare time and are willing to earn a few bucks by offering a ride. It's such a simple i[More] Facebook Profile... Videos - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=847 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=847 Sun, 16 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great if Facebook let you post short Profile Videos?Hands down, one of the most popular features of Facebook is each member's Profile Photo. Almost everyone has one, and it's the first thing anyone sees when they look at your account, so why not take it to the nex[More] The Link Betwee Spam, SpamBots and Viruses Explained - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=846 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=846 Fri, 14 Oct 2016 23:42:20 GMT Most Spam is sent from a network of "SpamBots", which are millions of computers that send Spam (and Viruses that turn other computers into SpamBots) without the owner even knowing about it. It's a chain reaction that snowballs as the network grows...Most people see viruses as n[More] Eliminating Clutter - Stop Creating Spaces - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=845 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=845 Fri, 14 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the leading causes of clutter is taking the phrase "A place for every thing and every thing in it's place" way too literally.As I've said in a few other posts, the first step towards a clutter free life is to stop acquiring new stuff, and one of the best ways to do that is[More] Word Rant - Is That Made Of Material? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=844 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=844 Thu, 13 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT It drives me crazy when people use the word "Material" the wrong way.I know I may sound a bit fussy, but as a scientific minded person, who happened to do some projects in the garment industry, I can't understand why so many people use the word "Material" almost exclusively to de[More] Which is More Important? Skills or Integrity? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=843 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=843 Wed, 12 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you have a choice to hire somebody with NO skills... or somebody with NO integrity, which would you choose?When it comes to hiring people, or choosing the right person in an election, the choices aren't always black and white. Sometimes somebody stands out because they have a[More] No HUG for Leia in Star Wars? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=842 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=842 Tue, 11 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT One thing about the Star Wars movies that I find pretty funny is how George Lucas messes up little things like context, and emotion.Do you remember the scene right after everyone escapes from the Death Star, and Princess Leia comforts Luke Skywalker after he witnesses the death o[More] Thank You Internet Trolls! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=841 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=841 Mon, 10 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT I get a kick out of negative feedback... and I LOVE IT!My YouTube Channel Gets a Lot of Feedback... Thankfully, most of it is positive, but like anything else on the Internet, there's always a certain amount of negative comments. That said, I love ALL of them, even the bad ones.[More] Quick Tip - The Best Way to Securely Cross Something Out - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=840 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=840 Sun, 09 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Use this quick tip whenever you want to insure that whatever you cross out is hard to read.Most of the time, whenever you cross something out, it's pretty easy for somebody to figure out what you originally wrote. Lines make terrible camouflage because your mind can clearly see [More] How OLD is YOUR Facebook Profile Picture? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=839 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=839 Sat, 08 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Some people never seem to change their online profile picture.Some people never seem to change their Profile Picture, Why is that? I've changed mine over a dozen times, and others seem to change them daily.I could understand their reluctance if it was too difficult to change yo[More] Search Twitter and Facebook by Emoji - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=838 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=838 Fri, 07 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why can't we SEARCH social media sites by Emoji?Emojis are HOT right now. You see them in phone texts, Twitter Tweets, and Facebook and Instagram updates, but the strange thing is there's no way to search for them.It seems pretty simple to me. Millions of Tweets each day contai[More] Square Bologna - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=837 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=837 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why are most cold cuts still round?Last time I checked, most bread was square, but most cold cuts like Bologna are round, so whenever you make a sandwich, chances are your cold cuts aren't going to cover the whole slice of bread.The solution is simple, either the bread should be [More] What Makes a Video Popular? Star Wars and Star Trek vs Bikini Girls - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=836 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=836 Wed, 05 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Have you ever wondered why some YouTube videos are more popular than others?From time to time I look at the statistics on my YouTube Channels and I'm often surprised when some of my more obscure videos get a lot of traffic, as compared to videos I assumed were my best efforts. T[More] Have You Ever Locked Yourself Out Of Your Own Home? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=835 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=835 Tue, 04 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Have you ever locked yourself out of your own house?Although it's rare, getting locked out of your own home can be a real pain in the neck, especially if the weather is bad and you're stuck sitting outside your own house waiting for somebody else to unlock the door.The solution i[More] I HATE Captchas! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=834 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=834 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate when websites use Captchas?One of my favorite quotes from the original Star Wars is from Ben Kenobi who said "You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy.". He was talking about the Mos Eisley Spaceport, but you can say the same thing about the I[More] Understanding 2 Factor Security - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=833 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=833 Sun, 02 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Here's a quick overview of how 2 factor security works, and why it's so important to turn on.One of the most common ways a hacker gains access to a victim's account is by tricking them into giving away their password. The easiest way to do that is by sending them a fake email th[More] Fixed Price, Haggle Free Car Prices - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=832 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=832 Sat, 01 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you HATE negotiating for the best possible car price?I recently did some price shopping for a new F-150 Pickup using TrueCar, a car shopping website that shows you what typical buyers are paying for the same car and it showed me that there was a range of over $9000 in price[More] Why Security Questions Are NOT Secure - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=831 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=831 Fri, 30 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT I hate when a website forces me to answer Security Questions, because I know they are NOT Secure.Identity theft is a serious problem these days, so just about every major website that keeps personal records uses some form of additional security, unfortunately most of them still u[More] Stop Using Fuzzy Profile Pictures - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=830 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=830 Thu, 29 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why do so many people have horrible online Profile Pictures?In the early days of the Facebook, digital cameras were just catching on, so it wasn't unusual for people to be stuck with a fuzzy picture in their profile. As cameras, and especially mobile phones became more widesprea[More] Guest Hosts on the Tonight Show - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=829 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=829 Wed, 28 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do you remember when The Tonight Show had Guest Hosts?One of the coolest things about The Tonight Show With Johnny Carson (besides Johnny), was the A-List celebrities who filled in for him as a Guest Host on his days off. NBC stopped using guest hosts after Johnny Carson retired[More] Why Has The Internet Become a Popularity Contest? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=828 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=828 Mon, 26 Sep 2016 22:59:32 GMT The Internet puts too much emphasis on popularity.In the early days of the Internet, search engines focused on ranking pages based on content. It was a pretty simple system. If you were looking for a web page with a certain word or phrase on it, the search engines would find pa[More] Why Do AM Radios Have an Extra Zero? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=827 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=827 Mon, 26 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Back in the old days, AM Radios had one less digit.When I was growing up, the most popular station in New York City was 77, WABC. The station is still around today, but when you look at your radio it now reads 770, instead of 77. It's still the same station, broadcasting from t[More] Why Are Some Dusters Still Made From Toxic, Flammable Gas? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=826 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=826 Sun, 25 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Have you noticed that half the label on most cans of Duster are used for safety warnings?It's mind blowing that a product designed to simply blow away dust would need to use toxic or flammable gases, especially when there are plenty of safe alternatives out there.For example, I h[More] Sweatpants With Belt Loops - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=825 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=825 Sat, 24 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT I'm not a big fan of sweatpants, mainly because of the string.I'm one of those guys who always wears a belt because there's a certain comfort in knowing that my pants are securely where I want them, above my waist, where they belong. To me, one of the dumbest looking things is t[More] Photo Labs Should Crop Paper, Not Photos - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=824 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=824 Fri, 23 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT I hate when photo labs crop my photos.Have you ever noticed than when you order prints of your photos, there's a good chance that some of your photo has been cropped out? Most of the time you won't notice it, but from time to time part of somebody's head will be cut off and you'[More] Cruise Control That Adjusts to Speed Limit Changes - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=823 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=823 Thu, 22 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT We may be a few years away from self-driving cars, but here's a small step in that direction.As a followup to an earlier post about having an App that warns you when the speed limit has changed, I think it would be great if cars using cruise control could automatically adjust to [More] An App That Tells You When You're Speeding. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=822 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=822 Wed, 21 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate Speed Traps?I recently received a speeding ticket in the mail that included a photo of my car taken by a traffic camera. What bothered me most was that I'm one of the slowest drivers you will ever see on the road. I make it a point to always go no faster than the [More] Are You a Collector... or a Hoarder? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=821 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=821 Tue, 20 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT There's a subtle difference between collecting and hoarding.If somebody goes into a store to buy a Star Wars or Star Trek collectible, how can you tell if they are a "Hoarder", or a "Collector"? To me there's a clear distinction between the two, and it has everything to do with [More] A Hidden Gmail Feature That Can Organize Your Inbox. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=820 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=820 Mon, 19 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Here's how to take advantage of a little known Gmail feature that can simplify your inbox.Did you know that Gmail ignores periods in Gmail address? So Ladybugkiller123@gmail.com is the same as Lady.Bug.Killer.123@gmail.com, and L.adyBug.Killer.123@gmail.com. You may not think muc[More] The Easiest Way To Avoid Spam - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=819 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=819 Sat, 17 Sep 2016 19:24:48 GMT What is the best way to stop getting spam?Since the beginning of the Internet, one of the biggest problems has been controlling the volume of spam. The problem is so bad that billions of dollars have been spent on developing all sorts of anti-spam filters and other efforts to bl[More] An Instagram App For iPad - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=818 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=818 Sat, 17 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why the heck doesn't Instagram have an iPad App?Isn't it pretty strange that Instagram STILL doesn't have an iPad App? Ever since they were taken over by Facebook, they've got tons of resources, so why is it taking them so long to make a REAL App that works on the iPad.Technical[More] Why I Wear an Apple Watch - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=817 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=817 Fri, 16 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT I've owned an Apple Watch since the first week they were released. Here's why.Ever since smartphones came out, fewer and fewer people were wearing wristwatches, especially younger people, because they can get the time by looking at their phone. Considering this trend, some peopl[More] Behind The Scenes: Green Screen Tips - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=816 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=816 Thu, 15 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT People often ask me about the background in my YouTube videos. Here's how it's done.Since I get so many comments on my YouTube channel asking me if I've actually recorded my vlogs on the set of Star Trek, Seinfeld, or The Brady Bunch, I'd like officially admit that I use a green[More] Why Don't More Americans Speak a Second Language? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=815 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=815 Wed, 14 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT It seems like everyone in Europe speaks at least 2-3 languages, but most Americans only speak English. Why is that?Like most Americans, my education included at least 6 years of foreign language studies, starting with the 6th grade, but I can barely order a burrito at Taco Bell [More] Where Do Great Ideas Come From? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=814 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=814 Tue, 13 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Most of the greatest ideas didn't start out that way. They start out as a simple idea, and they evolve over time.Great songs start with a simple melody or riff. Great paintings start with a crude sketch, and many great novels start with a simple outline. The key is they all had [More] 5 Reasons Restrooms Should Have Paper Towels - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=813 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=813 Sun, 11 Sep 2016 21:31:22 GMT It drives me crazy when a public restroom that has hand dryers instead of paper towels.I know I've talked about this a couple of times, but I decided to bring up a few more reasons I think bathrooms should have paper towels instead of hand dryers. So, I'm listing 5 solid reasons[More] The Fitbit Flex App Needs an Option To Find Your Fitbit - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=812 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=812 Sun, 11 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT The Fitbit Flex is very small and easy to lose, so there should be an easy button in the App to help you find it.I misplaced my Fitbit Flex a while back and it took me about an hour to find it. My first impulse was to load the Fitbit App and see if it had a button to help you lo[More] PREVENT Clutter By Asking: "Where Will it Go?" - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=811 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=811 Sat, 10 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Before you fall in love with the latest gadget, ask yourself: "Where will it go?"Eliminating clutter isn't easy, especially if you keep acquiring new stuff to replace the stuff you get rid of, so you need to spend just as much effort on making sure you don't add to your mess as y[More] How Search Engines Take Advantage of Advertisers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=810 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=810 Thu, 08 Sep 2016 21:21:02 GMT I've got a BEEF with Google and Bing.Google and Bing make billions of dollars when people click on ads in their search engines. So, if you search for "hotels in Miami", they return a Search Engine Results Page (SERP), which contains a mixture web site listings, and ads from comp[More] Pre-Printed Maps and FAQs at Toll Booths - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=809 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=809 Thu, 08 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate it when the car in front of you at a toll booth stops to ask directions?We all hate toll booths. They cost you money, and they slow down traffic, so it's even more annoying whenever you have to sit in your car while the driver in front of you asks the toll booth o[More] Car Radios Should Always Start Off at Low Volume Levels - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=808 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=808 Wed, 07 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate when you get into the car and the radio blasts way too loud?We've all done it before. You're in your car and one of your favorite songs come on, so you crank up the volume to the max. You shut off the car, close the door and head inside without realizing you forg[More] Take The Recent Calls Challenge! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=807 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=807 Tue, 06 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Can you pass the Recent Calls Challenge? It might change your life.The Recent Calls challenge is super easy. If your parents are still alive, I want you to take out your cell phone and go to the "Recent Calls" section and see how far you have to scroll to see the last time you c[More] Apple's Maps App Needs an Intersection Feature - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=806 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=806 Mon, 05 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT One thing missing from Apple's Maps App is the ability to get directions to an intersection.One of my favorite features of a traditional GPS device is the ability to locate the intersection of two streets, because I often don't have an exact street address, but I know that it it'[More] How Banks Can Make Checking Accounts More Secure - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=805 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=805 Sun, 04 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Checking accounts are NOT secure. Here's how they can fix it.As I've mentioned in an earlier post, paying bills by writing a check is NOT secure, because every time you give somebody a paper check, you are also giving them everything they need to access your checking account, in[More] Email Notification For Parking Tickets - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=804 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=804 Sat, 03 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate when you get a late notice for a parking ticket that blew away?The worst thing about paying a parking ticket is paying even more because it's late, especially when you never even saw the ticket. The solution would be for the DMV to link your license plate number t[More] Apple Needs a Dedicated Feature for Emergency Contacts - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=803 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=803 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT Did you know that Apple has a feature to show emergency contacts on your lock screen?Most people don't know that Apple has a way to show emergency contacts on the lock screen, because it's buried inside the "Health App", where very few people even notice it. That's pretty strang[More] How Apple Can Improve The Voice Memos App - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=802 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=802 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT The Voice Memos App has great potential, but it's not as useful as a traditional voice recorder.I've used voice recorders for more than 25 years because it's one of the best ways to take notes on the go. With a simple press of the button, you record your thoughts so that you can[More] Why Paying Bills With a Check is Not Secure. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=801 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=801 Wed, 31 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT People go out of their way to shred anything with their account number, but they forget about the most obvious document, a check.I know a lot of people who refuse to use the Internet to pay their bills. To them, there's no substitute for the "Security" of hand writing their chec[More] Why Parents Should Give Each Child Personalized Dishes - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=800 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=800 Tue, 30 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you ask the typical child if they left their dish in the sink, there's a good chance they'll say "Not Me".Just about every parent knows the feeling of walking into the kitchen to find a sink full of dishes, and a room full of kids who won't admit to putting them there.One solu[More] Stop Complaining... Bring Your Own Tools To Work! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=799 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=799 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT A lot of people complain that they can't get their work done because their office doesn't give them the right supplies.One of the biggest complaints people have with their place of work is that their company has lousy tools, office supplies, furniture, and other equipment, making[More] Ask For Your Leftover Drinks In a To-Go Cup - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=798 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=798 Sun, 28 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT When you bring home leftovers from a restaurant, don't forget your drinks! Most restaurants will happily give you your last refill in a "To-Go" cup to go along with the rest of your leftovers, but few people remember to ask for it. Perhaps they feel shy about asking for it, but [More] I Always Rick Roll Telemarketers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=797 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=797 Sat, 27 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT I used to spend a lot of time reporting telemarketers to the FCC. Now I just Rick Roll them.I've always hated telemarketers, and it seems that in spite of the "Do Not Call" list, there are even more telemarketers than ever, and most of them are complete frauds.The main reason fo[More] Why Don't You Get REAL Soy Sauce With Chinese Food Takeout? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=796 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=796 Thu, 25 Aug 2016 11:33:02 GMT Have you ever compared the ingredients from Soy Sauce in a bottle, to the packets you get from a Chinese food takeout place?If you've ever wondered why the little packets of soy sauce taste a little different from bottled soy sauce, just compare the ingredients. The most obvious[More] Plain Water Slurpees and Icee Slushes - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=795 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=795 Thu, 25 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT There's nothing like a Slurpee or Icee slush to cool you off on a hot summer day... Unless you don't want to load up on sugar.Think about it, what is the world's most popular beverage? No. It's not Coca Cola... it's WATER, so why not make the world's most popular iced beverage [More] How To Free Up Space on Your iPhone Without Deleting Photos or Videos - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=794 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=794 Wed, 24 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Follow these steps to free up space on your iPhone!One of the most common problems with the iPhone is running out of space. It's one of my most asked questions about the iPhone because it can be so tricky figuring out what to do when you don't even have enough room to take one m[More] Adjustable Mac Startup Volume - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=793 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=793 Tue, 23 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT I hate when I turn on my Mac and the volume of the startup sound is way too loud.This has bugged me for years. Every now and then, I forget to lower my volume before I shut down and that means that it will play Apple's famous Mac Startup chime at full blast when I turn it on the[More] How McDonald's Can Improve Their Iced Tea - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=792 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=792 Mon, 22 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT I only buy McDonald's Iced Tea in the morning, because it tastes horrible at the end of the day!The most important thing about a fast food chain is product consistency. They spent decades perfecting a system so that when you order something from any McDonald's in the world, it w[More] There Should Be a Way to Pay Bills With Credit Cards That Don't Expire - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=791 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=791 Sun, 21 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Isn't it a pain in the neck when a stored credit card expires and you have to update dozens of accounts?Just about everyone today has at least a few bills that are automatically paid by a stored debit or credit card number. In fact, for a lot of people, they rarely need to write[More] Bathroom Blowers are NOT as Good as Paper Towels! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=790 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=790 Sat, 20 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate going into a public restroom and they don't have a paper towel dispenser?I don't know about you, but I simply don't like using electric blowers to dry my hands. Although you can debate whether they are better for the environment, there's no debate about how effect[More] The iPhone Camera Chip is UPSIDE DOWN - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=789 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=789 Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Have you ever wondered why some of the photos you take with your iPhone are upside down when you transfer them to your computer?One of the weirdest problems with the iPhone is trying to figure out why some of the photos you've taken are right side up, while some of them are upsid[More] Are You a GEEK Snob? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=788 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=788 Thu, 18 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Some people have no idea how to talk about technical subjects with non-technical people.One of the hardest things for somebody with a technical background is to try to explain technology to non-technical people. You know the kind of people I'm talking about. If you ask them "Ho[More] Why Men's Room Urinals Should Always Have Dividers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=787 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=787 Wed, 17 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT I hate when a Men's Room doesn't have dividers between the urinals.I get it. Men's room urinals are meant to be more efficient. They're faster, use less water, and take up less space than a regular stall, but that doesn't mean they need to be on top of eachother. There should [More] Chipotle Mexican Grill Should Offer Smaller Sizes Too - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=786 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=786 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the best things about Chipotle Mexican Grill is their large serving sizes. One of the worst things about Chipotle is their large serving sizes.There's no doubt about it, the serving serving sizes at Chipotle Mexican Grill are generous, to say the least, but sometimes I'm [More] Why Do Fast Food Restaurants Give You TINY Water Cups? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=785 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=785 Mon, 15 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you ask for a cup of water in a fast food restaurant, you'd better not be thirsty.More often than not I drink water with my meals, so it drives me crazy that fast food restaurants never give you a decent cup of water. Why can't they simply give you water in the same sized cup[More] Why Paper Shredders Should Have Landscape Sized Slots - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=784 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=784 Sun, 14 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Paper Shredders would be more efficient if they had landscape sized slots.When you shred a piece of paper, just about every shredding machine I've ever seen has a slot just wide enough to fit the paper in portrait mode, which is about 8.5 inches wide.Wouldn't it be faster and mor[More] Pete Rose Should Be In The Baseball Hall of Fame! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=783 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=783 Sat, 13 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Pete Rose has paid the price for his gambling addiction. It's time they put him in the Hall of Fame.The Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY pays tribute to the greatest baseball players of all time, or should I say "most" of the greatest players, because Pete Rose is conspic[More] How Did I Get So Much STUFF? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=782 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=782 Fri, 12 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Before you can get rid of clutter, you need to understand how you got so much stuff in the first place.This is a followup to some of my earlier posts on the subject of eliminating clutter. Today I'm going to talk about one of the root causes of clutter buildup, the inability to [More] Eliminate Clutter By Asking... Would I Buy It Again? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=781 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=781 Thu, 11 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Can't decide whether to get rid of something? Ask yourself "Would I buy it again?"The key to eliminating clutter is deciding what to do with your stuff. For many people, that's easier said than done. What do you keep? What do you get rid of? What makes deciding even more diffi[More] What is REALLY... REAL? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=780 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=780 Wed, 10 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT What makes some ordinary objects better than other ones?A new baseball costs about $10, but if a famous baseball player even touches the ball, the price goes up. If the same baseball player takes it out of the box, signs it, then puts it back in the box, the price goes up even m[More] Photo Numbers on the iPhone Should Be At Least 5 Digits - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=779 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=779 Tue, 09 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Having only 4 digits for photo numbers is a real problem.We take it for granted that whenever we take photos, our devices assign a unique filename. Most of the time, this consists of a prefix and a number. The iPhone for example uses the prefix IMG_, and a 4 digit number, for a[More] iPhone's Shake to UNDO is a STUPID Feature. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=778 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=778 Mon, 08 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Shake to Undo? What the heck was Apple thinking?Did you know you can shake your iPhone to undo something? From the surprised reactions of people who see me do it, I'm guessing there aren't many people who even know about this hidden feature, and that's one of the reasons Apple [More] Do You REALLY NEED a GIANT Phone? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=777 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=777 Sun, 07 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why the heck are so many people buying GIANT mobile phones?I have to admit. I was one of them. I drank the Apple Kool-Aid when it first came out and from that moment on, I kept making excuses for why I thought it was better than my old iPhone 5.You need to use two hands, becaus[More] Why Don't Cars Have Built-In Mobile Phone Holders? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=776 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=776 Sat, 06 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT It's a pain in the neck trying to find a good place in most cars to put your mobile phone.One of the most frustrating things about mobile phones is finding a good place to put them in your car, especially if you need to see the screen so you can use navigation software like Waze.[More] There Should Be a TEST Before Getting a Gun Permit - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=775 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=775 Fri, 05 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why do you need to take two tests to get a drivers license, but you only need to fill out an application to get a gun permit?A car in the hands of an unskilled driver can be deadly, so before you can get a license to drive a car, you need to take two tests to prove you understand[More] Why Soda Cans Should Always Have Covers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=774 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=774 Thu, 04 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do you know how many people touched your can of soda before you did?Just about everything about the food industry is heavily regulated by the FDA to insure food cleanliness and safety, but somehow they don't seem to care much about the cleanliness of soda cans.Think about it, lon[More] Behind the Scenes: Organizing Multiple Video Clips - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=773 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=773 Wed, 03 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Here's a quick way YouTube Creators can organize multiple clips without creating separate files for each take.When I first started creating YouTube videos, one of the hardest things was trying to organize my footage. This is particularly useful when all your clips look the same [More] How to Use Custom White Balance. Quick Tutorial - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=772 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=772 Tue, 02 Aug 2016 01:00:00 GMT Sometimes I'm blue. It's not my fault.One thing that most YouTube creators overlook is getting the right white balance, which makes their videos look a bit off color. That's because most people set their cameras to use Automatic White Balance (AWB), which means that the camera [More] Why a $3 Neewer Mic Gets Better Sound Than a Rode VideoMic Pro - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=771 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=771 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 19:53:32 GMT A lot of people leave comments asking about how I get such great sound in my videos. Here's how.Truth be told. Although I have spent hundreds, if not thousands of dollars on microphones and audio recording gear, including the popular Rode VideoMic Pro, the microphone I use most[More] How To Use Gmail to Store Private Information - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=770 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=770 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate keeping track of dozens of passwords?One of my favorite things about Gmail is the search box. That one feature was revolutionary when it came out because it gives you the freedom to archive virtually unlimited emails and find them in a fraction of a second.With th[More] The REAL Purpose of Education - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=769 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=769 Sat, 30 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT The purpose of teaching is to make teaching unnecessary.When you think about it, the most important part of your education took place in three basic stages. Your first stage was to learn the fundamental skills like reading, writing and arithmetic. Most of that you mastered in e[More] How To Use a Light Meter To Make Better Videos - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=768 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=768 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the best ways to improve the look of your photographs and Youtube videos is to use a light meter and use manual settings.I get a lot of comments on my Youtube channels from people asking for tips on making better videos, so from time to time, I'm going to take you behind t[More] Buy Something? Get Rid of Something! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=767 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=767 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT The key to eliminating clutter is never letting it get out of hand in the first place.[More] How Restrictions Unleash Creativity - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=766 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=766 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT The best way to unleash creativity is to set as many restrictions as possible.If I were to ask you to invent a new product, what would you create? How long would it take you? Could you even do it at all? Believe it or not, if I added a bunch of restrictions, chances are you no[More] Gmail Should Let You Schedule When To Send Emails - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=765 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=765 Tue, 26 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the best features of Microsoft Outlook is the ability to schedule when to send a message... Why can't we do that with Gmail?The most frustrating thing about clearing your Inbox is that as soon as you reply to an email, your recipient send you another reply. You can spend [More] Why I LOVE Bad Ideas Too! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=764 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=764 Mon, 25 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT Some of the best ideas started out as a bad idea.I've had a computer since the 70s. Back then, computers weren't very useful. In fact, you could almost argue that they were just plain worthless. There was no such thing as the Web, hard drives, word processing programs, or spre[More] Eliminate Clutter By Throwing Away Your FAVORITE Shirt - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=763 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=763 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you're having a hard time eliminating clutter, one of the best things you can do is find something you really love, and get rid of it.One of my most popular posts in the "Pre-Video Blog" days was a little post about getting rid of your favorite shirt, so I decided to re-visit [More] Why Photos and Videos Sent Via Texts Should Be Stored in iCloud Photos - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=762 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=762 Sat, 23 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT If your iPhone keeps running out of space... it may be because of photos and videos in the text / messaging app.The iCloud Photos App does an amazing job of managing storage so that you can have potentially tens of thousands of photos and videos on a device with as little as 16 G[More] Lean Production: Why Small Batches are Better Than Large Batches - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=761 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=761 Fri, 22 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you have a large number of items to put together, it may be better to do them one by one, instead of like an assembly line.Let's say you're in the widget business, and you decide to put together 1000 widgets that contain 4 parts each. How would you go about it?Most people wou[More] Why Hospitals Should Be Fully Staffed 24/7 - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=760 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=760 Thu, 21 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT There shouldn't be any difference in the quality of hospital care on nights and weekends.It's sad to think, but if you, or someone you love is ever hospitalized, you'd better hope it's on a Monday morning, instead of a Friday night because the level of care you'll see is literall[More] iTunes Needs a Backup Payment Option - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=759 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=759 Wed, 20 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT If your credit card expires or is declined, you can lose all your iCloud files because there is no backup payment option.The cloud is a wonderful thing. It lets you sleep at night knowing all of your valuable files are safe and secure. You don't have to worry about hard drive c[More] Hard Drives With an Undo Option - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=758 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=758 Tue, 19 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT When mistakes happen, wouldn't it be great to undo them?As a tech guy, I get a lot of calls from people who managed to make a complete mess of their computers. Sometimes, it's because they accidentally moved or deleted an important folder, or in many cases, it's because they man[More] Shipping Rates Are Too Expensive For Consumers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=757 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=757 Mon, 18 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT I realize volume shippers like Amazon should get better shipping rates... but consumers are paying WAY too much!Every now and then, we see news stories telling us that the US Post Office is losing money, and most of the time, their solution is to raise rates. Unfortunately, just[More] Write It Down. Your Brain Is For Creating Ideas, Not Storing Them - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=756 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=756 Sun, 17 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the best ways to increase productivity is to write things down, instead of cluttering your mind with details.If you read a hundred books on productivity, one thing that is guaranteed to be in every one of them is an emphasis on writing things down.Every time you write some[More] Why Does Pandora Show Video Ads While on Mobile Data? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=755 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=755 Sat, 16 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT I love Pandora... but I hate when they run video ads while I'm on mobile data!Look, I realize that I'm not "paying" for Pandora, so I shouldn't complain about advertising, but when Pandora chooses to run video ads when I'm not using WiFi, I have good reason to complain. After al[More] War Is (Supposed to Be) HELL - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=754 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=754 Fri, 15 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT War! What is it good for?Absolutely... somthing. It's supposed to be a way to break the will of your enemies and (hopefully) bring peace.I know I'm likely going to get a lot of negative comments on this, but I want to make it clear that I am NOT suggesting that we start or encou[More] The iPhone Calculator App Should Have a Tape Option - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=753 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=753 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT It's hard adding up multiple numbers without a tape, like an adding machine.You should never use a calculator to add up a bunch of numbers, because there's a good chance you won't notice if you entered a wrong digit in one of the numbers. That's why accounting people use Adding [More] Why We Need Two Kinds of Car Horns - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=752 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=752 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT Car horns are supposed to be for emergencies.[More] Play Apple Movies and Music on Non-Apple Devices - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=751 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=751 Mon, 11 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT Apple needs to allow people to play their digital media purchases on non-Apple devices.[More] Star Wars: Is This How You Hide The Last Jedi? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=750 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=750 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT If finding the last Jedi was so important in The Force Awakens, why didn't anyone look for Obi-Wan Kenobi?The entire premise of the newest Star Wars movie was that both sides were desperately looking for Luke Skywalker because he was the last Jedi, and both sides were willing to [More] Better Ways To Fill Under Sink Soap Dispensers - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=749 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=749 Sat, 09 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT Filling under sink soap dispensers is a real pain in the ass.It's great having a soap dispenser under your sink, but it's completely frustrating trying to fill the darn thing without it overflowing all over the place. I have two ideas to fix this problem.First, the easiest solut[More] Why I Use a USB Flash Drive As My Main Storage - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=748 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=748 Fri, 08 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT A new way to think about Flash Drives.Until a few years ago, I needed to bring my laptop with me whenever I went to see a client. At the time, this was the only practical way for me to have full access to my files in the field. Prior to that, it was even harder, because I had t[More] A Healthful Choices Rewards Card - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=747 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=747 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT Whenever people track their health choices, they tend to make better decisions.One of the best things about devices like Fitbit and the Apple Watch is that it motivates people to move around more often, if nothing else, because they now have a simple way to track their progress. [More] The Apple Reminders App Should Let You Select Font Sizes - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=746 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=746 Wed, 06 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT It drives me crazy that I can't read the text in the Reminders App.I have a hard time reading the text in a lot of Apps, especially the Reminders App, which is funny because I have a 27 inch monitor. You'd think that with a monitor that large, the text would be as large as a hou[More] Siri Should Be Able To Take Voice Memos - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=745 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=745 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT I've given up on having Siri take notes and reminders because it never works.When an idea comes to me, it's important that I record it right away. Most of the time, I don't have paper or pen, so I rely on my iPhone and Apple Watch to do it.At frist I used Siri to take notes, but[More] Car Makers Should Eliminate Cigarette Lighter Ports - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=744 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=744 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why the heck do cars still come with those bulky 12 volt cigarette lighter ports?Car cigarette lighter ports are completely outdated, yet for some reason just about every car made today has more cigarette lighter ports than they have USB ports. In fact, many cars don't even have[More] Sunglasses With UV Protection For Your Nose - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=743 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=743 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the most common places to get sunburn is on your nose.This invention is a way to prevent sunburn on your nose using a simple cover that connects directly to your sunglasses. To me, it's a lot easier and cleaner than Zinc Oxide and it doesn't run out. All you need to do i[More] Wanna See Me RUIN Return Of The Jedi? (and The Force Awakens) - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=742 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=742 Sat, 02 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT Did Luke Skywalker Really Take down the Empire? I don't think so.I love Star Wars, but the new movie opened up a can of worms because they seemed to be obsessed with finding Luke Skywalker, because everyone felt he was the key to ruling the galaxy. The only problem? It's not tr[More] I'm Planning on Having OCD Starting Next Week - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=741 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=741 Fri, 01 Jul 2016 01:00:00 GMT I LOVE people with OCD, so next week, I'm going to start becoming Obsessive Compulsive.Think about how cool it would be if I were obsessive compulsive. Each day would be full of all sorts of cool rituals like when to eat, drink, sleep, shower, and even when to use the toilet. T[More] Star Trek Movies Need a Story Arc - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=739 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=739 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Star Trek needs a common thread connecting each movie so people have something to look forward to.One of the reasons people look forward to Star Wars movies is that regardless of the the plots of each film, there is a much bigger story that unfolds with each new episode. This gi[More] Soft Cookies Are FAKE - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=738 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=738 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Do you remember the days when the only soft cookies were FRESH from the oven?Today's soft cookies are completely FAKE. They use some sort of goop to make them remain soft for weeks.[More] Rental Cars Should Have Toll Tags Too - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=737 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=737 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why is it that car rentals don't have toll tags?The worst thing about renting a car is that it forces you to wait in lines at toll booths, because the rental cars don't have a toll like like E-ZPass. That's a real pain in the neck.Most toll tag accounts have real-time access to [More] Why Rollback Should Be A Built-In Option On Windows and Mac - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=736 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=736 Mon, 27 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT The ability to roll back and undo unwanted changes should be a built-in option on Windows and Mac.[More] Don't Stress Over The Election... Again - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=735 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=735 Sun, 26 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Is this the most important election... EVER?If you're getting a feeling of Deja Vu, it's probably because we've heard that claim in just about every election ever held. Time and time again, we've been told that times are particularly fragile and that it would be horrible if we s[More] A Button To Put Your Entire Home Into Power Saving Mode - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=734 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=734 Sat, 25 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great if your whole house had a Sleep Mode?[More] My Star Trek Bluetooth Communicator... It's Okay For Grown-Ups to Have "Toys" Too. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=733 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=733 Fri, 24 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Some may call these toys. To me, they're much more than that.I had a great little surprise in the mail today, a Star Trek Bluetooth Communicator from The Wand Company. I pre-ordered it almost a year ago this week and they finally started shipping it yesterday.As soon as it arri[More] Personal Cloud vs Real Cloud Explained - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=732 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=732 Wed, 22 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Most people still don't "Get" the cloud.In this video, I explain the differences, and why you really should focus on the real thing.[More] Homes Should Have 12 Volt DC Outlets Too - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=731 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=731 Mon, 20 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Almost all electronic devices use low voltage DC power, so we should have DC outlets in our homes too.If you're like me, you've got tons of awkward AC/DC power adapters all over your house. That's because electronic devices don't use AC power, and they certainly don't require 12[More] SD Memory Cards Shouldn't Use The FAT File System - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=730 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=730 Sun, 19 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT The FAT file system is antiquated, but for some reason it's still the default file system for devices that use SD memory cards.Because of this, cameras and other devices can't save or load files larger than 4GB, which means that 1080 HD videos are limited to about 15 minutes, and[More] The KIPP Program. A Model For EVERY School to Emulate - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=729 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=729 Sat, 18 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT 45% of lower income students who enter the KIPP program graduate college, as compared to only 9% who don't.Low income students have less than 10% chance of graduating college, but 45% kids from the same neighborhoods who were lucky enough to get into a KIPP charter school success[More] We Need Smart Toilets - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=728 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=728 Fri, 17 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why are we still using antiquated toilets?I just don't get it. We've seen just about every gadget in our home evolve over the years, but somehow our toilets are stuck in the 19th century. With all the technology advances in the past century, why is it that our toilets still over[More] iPhone Needs a Better Way To Drag Icons Between Pages - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=727 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=727 Thu, 16 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT I hate the way Apps are organized on the iPhone.There's no rhyme or reason. When you download a new App, it just ends up at the bottom of your last screen that has space on it. That means that if you want it somewhere else, you need to drag it from that page to the page you wan[More] An Option To Pre-Load Maps on iPhone - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=726 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=726 Wed, 15 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT The biggest drawback of using a SmartPhone as a GPS is that it can use a lot of mobile data loading maps.Every time you use your mobile phone as a GPS, it uses mobile data to load the maps, even though you've driven the same roads almost every time you use it. Unless you've got [More] Group Tabs For The Same Site Together - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=725 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=725 Tue, 14 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Sometimes I have dozens of tabs open at the same time. Most of them are from a handful of sites.Everyone loves tabs. They let you open multiple web pages at the same time, all in one window. The trouble is you eventually have so many tabs open at once that you can't find the o[More] No More Daylight Savings Time. Just Adjust Our Schedules - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=724 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=724 Mon, 13 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Instead of adjusting our clocks... Why not adjust our SCHEDULES?I've talked about Daylight Savings Time a few times on the blog, mainly because it boggles my mind that it even exists. The premise that the entire world changes every single clock and watch twice a year is simply i[More] An Option To Launch Audio Apps Without Unlocking - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=723 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=723 Sun, 12 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why does Siri ask me to unlock my phone when I ask to Launch harmless Apps like Audible?Security is very important to Apple, so it's understandable why they don't allow you to launch certain Apps without unlocking your iPhone first, however there are quite a few Apps that are com[More] Use Your Own Credit Card as a Hotel Key - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=722 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=722 Sat, 11 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why do hotels bother creating key cards when they can just let you use your own credit card?Since a hotel key is basically just a card with a number on it, why not simply let people use a card they already have with them.This saves them time and money on programming new key cards[More] Switch From Front to Back Camera on the Same Clip - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=721 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=721 Fri, 10 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT You can swap between the front and back camera when you use FaceTime, but they don't have an option to swap cameras while shooting video.Wouldn't it be great to have an option to switch back and forth between the front and back camera while shooting video on the iPhone? This wou[More] Darth Vader Will Be Back? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=720 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=720 Thu, 09 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT The smartest thing Disney can do is bring back Darth Vader, but how?There's no doubt about it. Darth Vader is the best movie villain of all time and no matter how much they will try, they will never create another Star Wars villain with the same impact. From the moment I saw hi[More] iPhones Need A Pause Button When Shooting Videos - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=719 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=719 Wed, 08 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the things I miss most about old school camcorders is having a Pause Button.Now that most people use their smartphone to shoot video, we no longer have a way to pause videos. Every time you hit the button, it starts and stops the video, but you end up with with a whole bu[More] Why Not Create James Bond Movies Based on the Original Novels? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=718 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=718 Tue, 07 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT I love the original Ian Fleming James Bond novels. Too bad most of them were never made into movies.Most people know that James Bond movies are based on books and short stories written by Ian Fleming. The funny thing is most of his actual original stories have never been made i[More] Mayonnaise on McDonalds Hamburgers? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=717 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=717 Mon, 06 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT Isn't it strange that the most popular hamburger chain doesn't offer a burger with mayo?For many people, a hamburger isn't complete without a touch of mayo on top. After all, it's one of the most popular toppings, yet somehow McDonalds doesn't offer it.Mayo has always been a par[More] Why Apple is Winning The Consumer Market - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=716 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=716 Sun, 05 Jun 2016 01:00:00 GMT (Pending Updates)[More] AirPlay Should Let You Beam iOS Screens to the Mac - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=715 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=715 Fri, 20 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT (Pending Updates)[More] Sometimes "Complex Passwords" Can Be Dangerous - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=714 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=714 Thu, 19 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Sometimes "Complex Passwords" are essential. Sometimes they're not.Strong Passwords are the kinds of passwords that are designed to be harder to guess because they're longer, and require you to use a mixture of capital letters, numbers and even punctuation characters.Since Stron[More] Why iPads Need User Profiles - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=713 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=713 Wed, 18 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Sharing an iPad with family members is a pain in the neck.If you've ever tried to share your iPad with a friend or family member, you know the frustration with trying to keep your Apps, Email, settings, and Photos private.[More] iPhone Front Camera Should Be Full 1080p HD - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=712 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=712 Tue, 17 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Everyone loves taking Selfies. The only problem is the front camera isn't as clear as the back camera.More pictures today are taken using an iPhone than any other camera, including traditional camera brands like Nikon, Canon, and Sony, which is why Apple spends a lot of time imp[More] Beware of HIDDEN $6 ATM Fees - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=711 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=711 Mon, 16 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Did you know most banks charge an ADDITIONAL $3 fee to use an ATM?Although ATMs are required to disclose their fees before you agree to use them, most people aren't aware that their own bank will charge them too, and they won't know about that fee until they take the time to read[More] Why Perennial Star Wars Characters Will Live Forever - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=710 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=710 Sun, 15 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Now that Disney owns the Star Wars franchise, one thing I know for sure is that certain characters will be around for many years to come.About a year ago there was a lot of buzz over the trailer for latest Star Wars movie, The Force Awakens. Fan sites studied each frame of the t[More] Fundraising and Philanthropy Cable TV Channels - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=709 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=709 Sat, 14 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why isn't there at least one network for philanthropy?Cable TV has hundreds of network in dozen's of categories, such as sports, movies, politics, and children's programming, yet with all that variety, I've never seen a channel devoted to philanthropy.Anyone who's ever seen the J[More] Daylight Savings Time Should Move 30 Minutes... Then Stay That Way - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=708 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=708 Fri, 13 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Spring ahead. Fall back. Can't anyone just make up their minds?If you were to try to explain the concept of Daylight Savings Time to somebody who never heard of it, chances are they'd think you were nuts. Twice a year, just about every clock in the world needs to be either mov[More] Apple's Greed is Ruining Apple TV - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=707 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=707 Thu, 12 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Apple TV would be so much better if Apple wasn't so greedy.When Apple introduced the latest generation Apple TV, I was pretty excited because they said it would have an App Store, just like iOS and OS X. To me that was a huge breakthrough because unlike the previous generation, [More] Detergent Pods Shouldn't Look Like Candy - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=706 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=706 Wed, 11 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why the heck are laundry and dish washer detergent pods so colorful?On the surface, detergent pods seem like a brilliant idea. You just pop them into your washing machine or dishwasher. There's no more measuring messy powders or liquids, what could be wrong with that? I don't a[More] Why iOS Should Save Your Voice Recordings When You Use Siri - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=705 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=705 Tue, 10 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Making notes and reminders with Siri is like pulling teeth.I don't know about you, but I'm fed up with talking to Siri like a two year old, just trying to get it to create a note or reminder. Ever since Siri was introduced, I've been making notes and reminders whenever an idea hi[More] Apple TV Should Be 4K - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=704 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=704 Mon, 09 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Apple dropped the ball when they decided NOT to include 4K support in Apple TV.Why is Apple making such a big fuss over the fact that the iPhone can shoot 4K video, when they don't actually have a platform for people to actually see their creations in 4K?For what it's worth, ever[More] iPhones Should Automatically Shoot Videos in Landscape - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=703 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=703 Sun, 08 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Nobody likes videos shot in portrait mode.With a regular camera, there are two distinct ways to hold your camera, "Portrait" and "Landscape". For a regular camera, Landscape is the default position, which yields wider photos. By holding a camera sideways, you get photos that ar[More] Eliminate Notifications When You Manually Launch The Mail App? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=701 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=701 Sat, 07 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT There's no reason to trigger notification alarms when you've manually launched the Mail App?Alerts have a purpose... to let you know you should check your email. That's perfectly normal, but why does the iPhone buzz and send you an alert when you are already reading you email?Th[More] A Trump Sanders Ticket is UNBEATABLE - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=700 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=700 Thu, 05 May 2016 12:47:36 GMT If Donald Trump picked Bernie Sanders as his running mate, there is no chance they would lose.Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump are clearly "Anti-Establishment" candidates. Neither are particularly good fits within their respective parties, so it wouldn't be much of a stretch for [More] "None of the Above" Candidates - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=699 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=699 Thu, 05 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the most common reason why people don't vote in an election is that they don't like any of the candidates.One solution is to have a "None Of the Above" option. This means that in addition to the list of candidates, one additional choice is given for "None Of The Above".Th[More] Why Didn't Chewbacca Get A Medal In The Original Star Wars? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=698 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=698 Wed, 04 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Am I the only one who felt bad for Chewbacca when he didn't get a medal after they blew up the Death Star?We all know the scene. After saving Princess Leia and destroying the Death Star, Luke Skywalker and Han Solo get a heroes welcome as they are presented with shiny gold medal[More] iPhone Should Automatically Shoot Videos In Landscape - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=702 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=702 Tue, 03 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate when people shoot videos in portrait mode?Everyone hates seeing videos that were shot in portrait mode, but some of the blame is on Apple, because they could easily make the camera shoot in landscape, regardless of how you hold your iPhone.The main reason most peop[More] Lockable, Password Protected Apps for iOS and Android - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=697 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=697 Mon, 02 May 2016 09:31:33 GMT Nothing is private when friends and family use your tablet.Whenever you allow a friend or family member to use your iPad or Android tablet, you're giving them complete access to just about everything in your private life.So when guests come over and you allow them to see your pho[More] Microsoft Shouldn't Force Windows 10 Down Your Throat - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=696 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=696 Sun, 01 May 2016 01:00:00 GMT Microsoft really, really, really wants you to run Windows 10.Over a year ago, I created a post about why Microsoft should offer Windows Subscriptions, with free updates for life.. The main argument is that it's pointless for Microsoft to sell "upgrades" of Windows because the up[More] Why Didn't Darth Vader Look For His Son, Luke Skywalker? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=695 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=695 Sat, 30 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT If you ask me, they didn't exactly hide Luke Skywalker form his father, so why didn't he look for him?In The Empire Strikes Back, Darth Vader makes it clear to Luke Skywalker that he knows he is his son, so it raises the question... if he knew Luke was his son, why didn't he look[More] Daisy Chainable Monitors - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=694 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=694 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Wouldn't it be great if you could plug multiple monitors into one device with only one cable?Most laptops have only one HDMI port, which means you can plug exactly one monitor into them. Handling multiple monitors means your laptop would need additional HDMI ports.My idea is to [More] Why Does Yoda Use a Cane? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=693 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=693 Thu, 28 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Isn't it strange that Yoda hobbles around using a cane, but he leaps into the air like a ninja when he fights?Ever since I saw Yoda fight in Star Wars Episode III, Revenge of the Sith, I've wondered why Yoda uses a cane. Up until that point he seemed to hobble along like a 900 y[More] Whatever Happened to Oldies Radio Stations? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=692 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=692 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Have you noticed that most oldies stations rarely play music before the 80's?Don't get me wrong. I realize the 80's were over 30 years ago, so it makes sense that oldies stations play music from the 80's. The trouble is, today's oldies stations neglect almost everything older t[More] If You Don't Know The Candidates... DON'T VOTE! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=691 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=691 Tue, 26 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Sometimes, I don't vote.Most of us have been told since grade school that the most patriotic thing you can do for your country is vote. So, I made it a point to vote at every election. It didn't matter if it was a national or local election. I felt it was my civic duty to vote,[More] Oreos With NO Stuff - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=690 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=690 Mon, 25 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Nabisco makes "Double Stuff Oreos" for people who love the stuffing... but what about people who love the cookie part?Call me crazy, but to me the best part of an Oreo Cookie, is the cookie. I admit that as I child I loved to eat the middle part first, but then I'd have a pile of[More] The NumLock Key Should Be Eliminated - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=689 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=689 Sun, 24 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT The Numlock key is a pointless key that should be eliminated.In the early days of computing, keyboards didn't have s dedicated arrow keys. Instead of dedicated keys the original IBM PC keyboard had a number pad on the right side, and the "Numlock" key was used to switch between [More] Klondike Bars... With Sticks - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=688 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=688 Sat, 23 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT I love Klondike Bars. I just wish they made some with a stick.If you look closely at any of the dozens of brands of ice cream bars, they all have one key thing in common. They all come on a stick. Don't get me wrong. The total lack of a stick is part of their uniqueness, so I'm [More] Why Didn't Ben Kenobi and Darth Vader Recognize R2-D2 and C-3PO? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=687 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=687 Fri, 22 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT R2-D2 and C-3PO were in every Star Wars movie, including the sequels, yet Darth Vader and Ben Kenobi don't seem to recognize them in the original.One of the odd things about the Star Wars prequels is that they left quite a few holes in the plot that don't quite fit. The fact that[More] Why Do Stormtroopers Wear Useless Armor in Star Wars? It Doesn't Do Anything! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=686 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=686 Thu, 21 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Stormtroopers in Star Wars are like Redshirts in Star Trek. They drop like flies.Have you ever wondered why the Imperial Stormtroopers in Star Wars wear useless armor? Anyone who's ever seen the movies know the armor doesn't seem to offer any sort of protection, especially from[More] Why YouTube Should Have an Option To Subscribe to Playlists - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=685 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=685 Wed, 20 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Some YouTube Channels have way too much variety.What YouTube needs is a way for people to subscribe to individual Playlists.My old YouTube Channel was pretty diverse. I had videos with camera tips, product reviews, technology, science and even home movies all in one channel. Th[More] An Option to Use Lower Resolution Videos While On Mobile Data - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=684 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=684 Tue, 19 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Right now, the only way to reduce your mobile data usage is to turn off mobile data on data hungry Apps like YouTube. Why does it have to be all or nothing?If you're like most people, your mobile phone plan has a limit on how much data you can use each month. The trouble is, to[More] Eliminate Parking Bans for "Street Cleaning" Days - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=683 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=683 Mon, 18 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Isn't it strange that some cities ban cars from parking on alternate days every week, just so they can clean the streets, yet other cities have no such rules, yet they manage to have cleaner streets?In a city where parking is hard enough to find, is it really necessary to ban car[More] Driving Mode. An Option To Block Inbound Texts While Driving. - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=682 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=682 Sun, 17 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT There should be quick a way to temporarily block inbound texts while driving.We all know how dangerous it is to send text messages while driving. Even people who don't send messages can be easily distracted if they receive a message while driving.Most mobile devices already have [More] Why Does The Media Only Apply Labels To Conservatives? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=681 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=681 Sat, 16 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Have you ever noticed that the media only applies labels when they're quoting a conservative?I find it interesting that whenever somebody quotes a Republican or Conservative they always preface it with a "Conservative" label. It's almost as if they're putting out a disclaimer sa[More] What's The Deal With Kylo Ren's Mask? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=680 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=680 Fri, 15 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT We all know why Darth Vader wore a helmet and a mask... but why does Kylo Ren wear a mask?In the original Star Wars, Darth Vader needed his helmet and mask to survive. You could tell by the famous breathing that is not only provided protection, but also provided life support. S[More] Why Don't More iPhone Apps Support Landscape Mode? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=679 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=679 Thu, 14 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Isn't it strange that some of the most popular iPhone Apps don't work in landscape mode?It's bad enough that some of the smaller independent developers don't support it, but some of the most popular Apps such as Apple's own Music App, Facebook, and LinkedIn still don't support it[More] Why Apple Radio Should Have a Free Option (With Commercials) - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=678 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=678 Wed, 13 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Not everyone is willing to pay for radio, especially casual listeners.When Apple Radio launched, it was just like Pandora and iHeartRadio. It was a free music service that let people create their own custom "Stations" featuring their favorite kinds of music. Since the service w[More] User Defined Groups in Gmail - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=677 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=677 Tue, 12 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Gmail needs a way to quickly add senders into your own easily defined groups.My inbox has thousands of emails in it, so it's easy to overlook an important email from a friend, family member or business contact. What I'd like to see is an option that lets me create my own categor[More] Understanding the #NEVERTRUMP Movement - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=676 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=676 Mon, 11 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why are so many republicans joining the NEVER TRUMP movement?The "Never Trump" movement started when people started publicly declaring on social media that they would never vote for Donald Trump by using the #NEVERTRUMP hashtag. While this may sound like politics as usual, the i[More] TV Networks Shouldn't Show Tiny Movie Credits at 90 MPH - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=675 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=675 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT What's the point of showing movie credits if you can't read them?We get it. Networks don't expect anyone to have the patience to sit through 8 minutes of boring credits, so they will do anything they can to avoid showing them, and moving on to the next program. The most common [More] The REAL Reason Apple TV Doesn't Have a Web Browser - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=674 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=674 Sat, 09 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT There's only one reason Apple doesn't include a web browser in Apple TV... MONEY!As a followup to a previous post, Apple TV Needs a Web Browser, there's actually a reason Apple doesn't include it, and it has nothing at all to do with the hardware or software. It's just plain gre[More] A Dropbox BOX - A FAST USB Box That Syncs Even When Your Computer Is Off - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=673 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=673 Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Here's a gadget I'd buy, if it existed. A USB connected drive that connects to DropBox in the background, so it's always updating, even when the computer is off.As a bonus, you wouldn't need to install Dropbox software on your computer, so it won't use any resources.The concept [More] A Hotline For Sleepy Drivers, To Keep Them Awake - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=672 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=672 Thu, 07 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT One of the best ways to stay awake behind the wheel is to have somebody to talk to, which isn't easy if you're driving alone... at night.For some people, driving at night is a real challenge because they risk falling asleep at the wheel. That's why I think it would be a great i[More] Power Adapters Should Always Be Labeled - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=671 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=671 Wed, 06 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Don't you hate it when you unplug a bunch of gadgets, but you can't figure out which power adapter is which?If you're like most people, you have a bunch of power adapters connected to gadgets all around your house. My desk has at about 10 of them right now. The trouble is, they[More] Headlights Should AUTOMATICALLY Turn On When Wipers Are Turned On - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=670 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=670 Tue, 05 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Most states have a law that requires headlights to be turned on whenever you use your windshield wipers.I'm not questioning the law itself. When it's raining, visibility is low, so it's critical that every car have it's headlights on. That's not the point here. What I find i[More] An Option to Move Videos Between YouTube Channels - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=669 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=669 Mon, 04 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Why doesn't YouTube have an option to move videos between channels?I have more than one YouTube Channel. I didn't plan it that way. Like many people, I started out with one channel, and I didn't really have any particular theme to the videos I posted.So as it stands, my original[More] Why Star Wars Is NOT Science Fiction - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=668 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=668 Sun, 03 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Many people say Star Wars is the greatest science fiction movie of all time, which is odd, because it's not science fiction.I'm a big science fiction fan. I've read tons of SciFi books over the years and there's one thing that's common to most science fiction, an essence of scie[More] Large Cardboard Boxes Should Always Have Handles - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=667 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=667 Sat, 02 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Doesn't it drive you nuts when you've got to carry a large box, and it doesn't have some kind of handles?Every time I have to carry a large box, the first thing I look for is a handle, or at the very least, a strategically placed cutout on the side that serves as a handle. When [More] Why No Hug For Chewbacca? - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=666 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=666 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMT Isn't it odd that Princess / General Leia greeted Rey with a big hug at a particularly sensitive moment... but there was no hug for Chewbacca?In the latest Star Wars movie, (Episode VII, The Force Awakens), there's a moment that still has me scratching my head. It comes right aft[More] Apple Needs To Print REAL Dates on Emails in iOS - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=665 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=665 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 01:00:00 GMT Have you ever printed an email using your iPhone?If you print an email using any iOS device, you'll see that for some reason, Apple doesn't always put the date on top. Instead of the full date and time, as most email Apps do, Apple likes to use a more conversational approach f[More] Apple TV Should Include a Web Browser - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=664 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=664 Wed, 30 Mar 2016 01:00:00 GMT What good is using Siri on an Apple TV if you can't ask it questions about anything but movies and TV shows?When I first heard that the all new Apple TV had Siri voice control, the first thing I assumed was that it would include a web browser. After all, if you ask Siri for some[More] Why iPads Need User Profiles - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=663 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=663 Tue, 29 Mar 2016 01:00:00 GMT There's one thing wrong with sharing your iPad with your family... nothing is private.Most people today have their own email address and social media account. This means that a typical family of four will have at least four different email address, and at least as many social me[More] Audible Needs User Defined Categories - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=662 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=662 Mon, 28 Mar 2016 01:00:00 GMT Audible Needs a Feature To Let You Organize Audiobooks By Category, just like physical media.It's a pain in the neck browsing my library of over 600 audiobooks because the only way to view your Audible library is by title, author, or date. While that may be useful if you are loo[More] How I Saved $8 Per Day On My Water Bill! - Idea of the Day - A new idea each day. Some Don't Suck! http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=661 http://ideaoftheday.com/Blog/article.aspx?p=661 Sun, 27 Mar 2016 01:00:00 GMT My water bill was costing me up to $11 per day, until I realized how small leaks can make a big difference.When I originally wrote about how some people are literally throwing money down the drain in 2014, I never thought it would turn out to be one of the most popular posts on t[More]