Android apps seem to grab permissions that I have no desire to give them. My understanding is that the permissions per app are all bundled together: it's all or nothing. At least officially. Is there another way?
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posted by jsturgill
on Feb 19, 2013 -
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I've used iPhones for five years or so now, but there are a few things that bug me, and I wonder if there is a trick or preference I'm missing or a third-party app I can use or what. No interest in jailbreaking or switching phones. Specific questions inside.
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posted by Admiral Haddock
on Jan 7, 2013 -
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I'm traveling to Moscow (and likely St. Petersburg as well)! Tell me all your best resources, materials, and hacks!
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posted by greta simone
on Dec 18, 2012 -
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I've never been on a cruise, but will be going on one next year...would appreciate any cruise "hacks" I should take into account as a first timer. The cruise is on the Mediterranean and will be 9 days.
posted by teg4rvn
on Oct 26, 2012 -
29 answers
When overthinking is overrated: please show me your anti-beanplating hacks!
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posted by fix
on Feb 7, 2012 -
17 answers
I got a Fitbit for Christmas!
Do you have one? What should I know about it? Any tips/tricks/hacks for getting the most out of it?
posted by exceptinsects
on Dec 27, 2011 -
10 answers
I'm planning a grad-student workshop on ways to manage research assets (particularly primary sources) more efficiently using digital tools. Please share your own workflow!
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posted by miriam
on Aug 22, 2011 -
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Things to do with a lobotomized iPod 4G? I pulled out the hard drive, put an a CF card, and now, no matter how often I restore it, can't get it to work as an iPod, even though my PC can read and write to the drive. Can it work with this setup?
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posted by running order squabble fest
on Jul 1, 2011 -
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PHPfilter: in a bit over my head: is there a native function to sort an array by a word which isn't always in a fixed position, or do I need to create one? (And if I need to create one, is this the best way to do it?)
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posted by johnofjack
on Jun 21, 2011 -
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LG Optimus V user here... My phone runs Android and I've rooted it and have gotten rid of some of the bloatware that was on it. Do any of you know any really good root hacks, mods, or other cool things you can do with a rooted Android phone?
posted by antgly
on Mar 22, 2011 -
7 answers
I persistently forget to keep my colleagues informed on my work progress. Please help me with your actionable, communication hacks!
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posted by Tall Telephone Pea
on Feb 25, 2011 -
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Childproofing hacks for traveling? I'll be traveling in Mexico with my 2yo and 5.5yo, staying in a variety of places (rental houses, condos, B&Bs, and hotels). Given my experience with hotels in general, I think I'll need to childproof on the spot without knowing in advance what the trouble spots are and without having access to lots of supplies. Will the traveling parents of MeFi lend me their hacks?
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posted by Yoshimi Battles
on Feb 17, 2011 -
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[Grad-school filter] - I am starting a Masters of Public Administration this Summer, special questions inside.
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posted by handbanana
on Jan 18, 2011 -
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where can i buy a dog door with a timer OR how can i make one OR is there somewhere i can commission such a thing?
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posted by dontmesswithseth
on Dec 4, 2010 -
8 answers
I am already blind in one eye, and blindness is slowly progressing in the other eye. I can still see, but I'd like some tips on how to prepare myself for total blindness.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 29, 2010 -
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Please tell me everything I need to know about the GMail dot feature (placing - or not placing - a dot in the username of a gmail email address). I don't understand it, how to use it, what it does and how to take advantage of it. As an email receiver and sender. Also, what problems are created with this? Is there a way I can use it to categorize email, both received and sent?
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posted by iamkimiam
on Oct 15, 2010 -
18 answers
What are your tricks to keep from falling asleep in public situations such as meetings?
posted by estlin
on Jun 13, 2010 -
46 answers
What neato-burrito (but most of all cheapo) electronic gadget can satisfy my tinkering lust?
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posted by Willie0248
on Jan 4, 2010 -
15 answers
Tips & tricks for adapting to the side effects of Topamax (topiramate) for a full-time office worker & part-time grad student?
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posted by onshi
on Nov 23, 2009 -
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What clever relationship "hacks" have you come up with? I'm looking to build up my mental catalogue of examples of non-obvious solutions to relationship difficulties. Help me think out of the box better in the future!
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posted by wyzewoman
on Nov 3, 2009 -
59 answers
Transitioning from Mac to PC: Is there an expose-like feature? Your tips for coping with the transition?
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posted by NikitaNikita
on Sep 22, 2009 -
16 answers
Work just gave me a 19-inch widescreen monitor (1440x900 resolution), which I promptly tilted into portrait mode. What are some software/settings hacks that will allow me to make the most of my setup? I'm running Windows 2000 (yeah, I know) in "Classic" view, Firefox, Outlook, Acrobat Professional v8. If I do get a second companion monitor, it will probably be an older 15-inch model that doesn't tilt.
posted by Saucy Intruder
on Apr 9, 2009 -
3 answers
OK, so me and MrsShawnString bought a DS finally. What cool stuff can I do with it (besides playing games) and what are the MUST HAVE games to have? Pretty much any genre game is ok
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posted by ShawnString
on Sep 30, 2008 -
30 answers
Tips or hacks for getting by on crutches for a few weeks (non-weight bearing, post-knee surgery)?
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posted by nevers
on Aug 5, 2008 -
7 answers
I am looking for experiments, useful tricks, and fun things to try out, using my biological cycles, chemistry and anatomy.
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posted by bobobox
on Jun 16, 2008 -
11 answers
Can anyone point me to a vbulletin script that forces you to pass a quiz in order to use the forum?
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posted by theichibun
on May 22, 2008 -
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Give me your baby hacks! My wife and I are expecting our first child in November. What tips and tricks can you offer us to make our lives a lot easier? For example, a friend of mine swears that putting a crying baby in front of a mirror will cause it to stop. Another uses noise cancelling headphones to temper the noise from his shrieking child. I am looking for hacks on everything from diaper changing to stroller modifications. Make our lives easier as we enter into parenthood.
posted by jasondigitized
on May 20, 2008 -
46 answers
Is it the fog from getting older, or is it something else?
As I've gone through the years (late 30s), I can clearly feel myself getting less brainy... by that, I mean that I'm not putting together things as quickly as I once did. I'm also less creative, and overall, I feel less verbose and articulate.
I've had some really stressful years, both workwise and otherwise. I don't *think* I'm depressed or overly anxious (in our 30s, we all have a bit of the anxiety, right?).
So, is this normal? Do others have the same "brain fog?" If you do, shout it out. If you did, and you fixed it, I'd love to hear your secrets.
posted by anonymous
on Apr 26, 2008 -
36 answers
What is the iconic (or just "your favorite") dead-tree product catalog (listing of merchandise for mail-order sale) for your hobby, industry, or trade?
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posted by cadastral
on Apr 1, 2008 -
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