Sourdough’s long fermentation and rising time leads to changes in the bread that don’t occur in conventional yeast-leavened bread. These changes may have health benefits for some people, especially those with certain digestive issues. The microbes in the starter break down some of the gluten, the main protein in wheat flour, so sourdough is somewhat…
There are a few things to keep in mind when you’re shopping for USB flash drives, and we also have some tips for using them. Capacity: To decide on the capacity you need, first check the size of the folders or files you want to copy. Each USB drive in our guide has a stated…
Once you’ve selected one of the preset picture modes, almost all TVs let you tweak the picture’s appearance further. On some sets, if you try to change the TV settings, your picture mode will automatically change to a “custom” or “preference” mode. Whether that happens or not, your next steps remain the same. Brightness: This…
Why you shouldn’t use too much laundry detergent: Because most detergents these days are concentrated, you’re wasting your money by using more than necessary. All that excess detergent is also being dispersed into our water systems and causing water pollution, says Rich Handel, who leads CR’s testing of detergents and whose professional expertise has made…
There are plenty of reasons to consider a side-by-side refrigerator. They’re distinct for their dedicated tall and narrow compartments for fresh and frozen food. Cost: Side-by-side refrigerators are usually less expensive than French-door models. From 2019 to 2024, members surveyed by CR paid a median price of $1,388 for side-by-sides with icemakers, less than the…
MFi hearing devices usually have additional settings (it depends on the manufacturer) and can be configured from Control Center (with Hearing added) or through the Accessibility shortcut, which you can turn on and configure in Settings > Accessibility > Accessibility Shortcut. To use hearing aids with Android phones, pair them like any other Bluetooth device…
Moms are people, too. They love their kids but also have plenty of their own hobbies (cooking! running! gaming!), and they deserve gifts that honor them as people, not just as parents. Gifts for Mom shouldn’t be about giving her a vacuum or anything related to the stereotypical cleaning tasks of parenthood—a perfect gift for…
Slowly but surely, Apple TV+ is finding its feet. The streaming service, which at launch we called “odd, angsty, and horny as hell,” has evolved into a diverse library of dramas, documentaries, and comedies. Now, its library is so packed, we’ve declared it “the new HBO.” Curious but don’t know where to get started? Below…
The most accessible alternative to dermaplaning may be simply shaving with a traditional razor. But because a razor’s surface area is straight and so much larger than a scalpel used by a professional, it can be harder to achieve the same precision going over the curves of your skin. Threading, in which thread is used…
This story originally appeared in WIRED Italia. It has been translated from Italian. Yes, the athletes’ beds at the Paris 2024 Olympics are indeed made of cardboard. The paper-based berth news, which has aroused curiosity and some skepticism after some videos of athletes circulated online, was confirmed by the organizers of the French Olympic Games,…