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  1. tech
    These 5 Adapters Make My USB-C Laptop Work With All My Other (Non-USB-C) DevicesBonus: They’re all sleek — and affordable.
    By David Pogue
  2. trust me i should know
    The 5 Portable Grills I Use for Camping, Tailgating, and Even Fine DiningIncluding propane, charcoal, electric, and open-fire grills for cooking up a feast just about anywhere.
    By Steven John
  3. prime day 2019
    David Pogue’s 11 Best Prime Day Tech DealsIncluding his favorite mesh Wi-Fi system, and a few rarely on-sale Apple products.
    By David Pogue
  4. women’s shoes
    My Quest for the Perfect Pair of Summertime ClogsIn warm weather, clogs can feel hard underfoot and sweaty all around. So I set out to find the right pair.
    By Lauren Mechling
  5. dental care
    The 6 Things I Use to Make (Years of) Wearing Teeth Aligners More TolerableIncluding products that massage sore teeth, deodorize trays, and actually make the aligners a little better aligned.
    By Crystal Martin
  6. outdoor leisure
    The 11 Things I Always Bring to the Beach (and I’ve Gone Weekly for 16 Years)Including some weirdly stylish waterproof Crocs and a superlight cooler.
    By Bianca Buchanan
  7. this thing’s incredible
    Nothing Keeps Me As Cool on My Runs As This Unstylish Sun-Blocking ShirtIts exterior is covered in tiny white dots made of titanium dioxide, the same stuff used in many sunscreens.
    By Steven John
  8. style
    Three ‘Everlaneologists’ on What to Buy, What They Want (and What to Skip)Not surprisingly, their go-to pieces include lot of denim, silk shirts, and tees.
    By Mia Leimkuhler, Elizabeth DuBois, and Robin Reetz
  9. skin-care
    The ‘Dewy Dudes’ on Every Product in Their Skin-Care RoutineHow do you pronounce “niacinamide”?
    By Emilio Quezada and Evan Shinn
  10. cats
    The 24 Things I Always Recommend to Anyone Adopting a CatToys, treats, trees, and more for spoiling your new kitten.
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
  11. Backpackers hikes Kesugi Ridge Trail in Denali State Park, Alaska.
    trust me i should know
    The 7 Hiking Socks I Wear on the Trail (and the Street)Hiking socks are literally made for walking, and I find them so comfortable they’re often my go-to socks for everyday wear.
    By Steven John
  12. celebrity shopping
    Designer Heron Preston’s Guide to Dog GearIncluding a pork chop toy.
    By Heron Preston
  13. health
    The 19 Things I Always Recommend to Someone Having Breast-Cancer SurgeryI’m a survivor, and all this stuff made one seriously unfortunate situation a hell of a lot more comfortable.
    By Hil Moss
  14. Portrait On A Water Taxi II
    grooming
    Everything I Use to Keep My Beard Perfectly GroomedIf you have more than stubble, you need more than a beard trimmer.
    By David Notis
  15. Hotdogs
    trust me i should know
    The 5 Best Pellet Grills for Low, Slow (and Smoky-Tasting) BarbecuePellet grills let you use wood pellets for true smoked flavor.
    By Steven John
  16. baby gear
    Expecting Better Author Emily Oster on the Baby Things Parents (Actually) NeedThe lovey, kids’ clothes, and baby bottle she used herself.
    By The Editors
  17. trust me i should know
    Everything I Use to Make a Perfect Bloody Mary (and I’ve Had More Than 200)These are the basic ingredients and gear I to use to make a crowd-pleaser.
    By Randy Miller
  18. this thing’s incredible
    Keith McNally on the $15 Wallet That Looks Like an Airmail EnvelopePeople are so impressed when I reveal my Airmail wallet that I’ve become cagey about who sees it.
    By Keith McNally
  19. trust me i should know
    The Best Cocktail Party Icebreakers Are Vintage MagazinesI’ve found they conjure just enough excitement and emotion to get people talking at the beginning of any gathering.
    By Christopher Barnard
  20. outdoor leisure
    The 5 Waterproof Socks I Wear to Go Kayaking, Hiking, and SkiingEven if you have waterproof shoes, they’re a good idea.
    By Steven John
  21. hair treatments
    The 5 Deep Conditioners I Use on My Tightly Curled (Tangle-Prone) Natural Hair“My curls are super-defined and teddy-bear soft after just one use.”
    By Shammara Lawrence
  22. food
    7 (Authentic) Indian Snacks You Can Get on AmazonIncluding potato chips, cookies, instant noodles, and spicy roasted chickpeas.
    By Priya Krishna
  23. face
    I’ve Tried Dozens of Tinted Moisturizers for Men and These Are My FavoritesSome are for faking a tan, others for blemish coverage.
    By Garrett Munce
  24. eyes
    The 5 Best (Smudge-Proof) Liquid Eyeliners for MonolidsIncluding a cult favorite from the Asian Beauty subreddit.
    By Lori Keong
  25. work week
    I Replaced All the Computer Monitors in My Office With Ultrawide OnesIt does everything an ordinary monitor does, but better.
    By Mark Cho
  26. fitness and sports
    The Best Weighted Vests for Making All Kinds of Exercise Much HarderTrain with it, and once you take it off, you’ll be amazed by your endurance.
    By Steven John
  27. furniture
    The 10 Pieces of Ikea Furniture That Will Actually Last Forever(ish)No particle board here.
    By Billy Domineau
  28. hobby and craft
    Everything You Need to Start Playing Bridge (Minus Friends)All you need is a square table, some cards, and some cheap accessories.
    By Lindsey Weber
  29. green week
    The 5 Products I Use to Make My House More Energy EfficientIncluding a less-harsh LED light bulb, a more efficient shower head, and blackout curtains.
    By Steven John
  30. women’s apparel
    The Best Petite Jeans and Pants I’ve Found (and I’m Under 5 Feet)Short-inseam options for work and play.
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
  31. style
    I Own 72 Pairs of Sneakers, and These Are the Ones I Run, Box, and Dance In“What sneaker should I wear for [fill in the blank workout]?” is the most common question I get from friends.
    By Emily Abbate
  32. Athletics - IAAF World Championships 2011
    fitness and sports
    The 9 Running Shorts I Wear for Everything From Light Jogs to MarathonsFrom snug compression shorts to barely-there pairs.
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
  33. fitness and sports
    The Moisture-Wicking (and Non-Smelly) Running Shirts I Wear for WorkoutsBetter running shirts that keep me dry — and won’t reek.
    By Steven John
  34. home
    How to Set Up a Plug-in Washing Machine in Your Tiny ApartmentIt saved our writer hundreds of dollars in under one year.
    By Dan Nosowitz
  35. coffee
    The 4 Best Portable Coffee Makers I’ve Tried (and I Own a Lot of Coffee Makers)Including the best portable coffee makers for French-press, pour-over, and cold-brew coffee.
    By Maxine Builder
  36. style
    What I Tell People Who Ask Me What Men’s Running Shoes to BuyMy five favorites for every day, traveling, wet weather, and more.
    By Steven John
  37. hiking and camping
    The Hiking Shorts I Wear for Just About Any Outdoor TrekThe five shorts I wear whether I’m climbing mountains or plunging in riverbeds.
    By Steven John
  38. compulsive shopping
    I Use Heat-Blocking Curtains From Target in Every Room of the HouseThey keep the house cool and even reduced my energy costs by 25 percent.
    By Alison Freer
  39. fitness and sports
    The Running Socks I Wear on Trails, Treadmills, and Distance RunsThey wick sweat, provide cushioning, and prevent blisters.
    By Steven John
  40. trust me i should know
    Everything I Wear (and Bring) When I Go KayakingAnd no, the towel is not optional.
    By Steven John
  41. trust me i should know
    All the Reflective Running Gear I Wear on Summer NightsAnd it’s not all neon.
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
  42. women’s shoes
    I Found the 10 Best Wedge Sandals for Wide FeetThese shoes handled subway stairs, post-work drinks, and a few hours at Target.
    By Alyse Whitney
  43. fitness and sports
    The Running Shorts I Wear for Casual Jogs, Trail Runs, and Distance TrainingPlus a half-dozen highly rated running shorts on Amazon.
    By Steven John
  44. dogs
    The Essential (and Affordable) Gear You’ll Need to Puppy-Proof Your HomeDogs are pure joy. But they also came with rug stains, knocked-over plants, and chewed-up computer cables.
    By Ariel Kanter
  45. hiking and camping
    The Only 5 Knives I Bring to Go Camping (or Hiking or Backpacking)There’s even a machete if you need one.
    By Steven John
  46. trust me i should know
    The Running Backpacks I Use for Marathon-Length Endurance RacesFor those days when I need more than a water bottle and Clif Bar.
    By Steven John
  47. fitness and sports
    All the Gear That’s Gotten Me Through 5 MarathonsConsider this your marathon starter kit.
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
  48. home
    The Only Tools You’ll Need for Practically Any DIY Home-Repair JobThey’ll cover 90 percent of any job you’ll have to do on your place.
    By Steven John
  49. hiking and camping
    Everything I Bring to Go Camping (Except the Tent)Including a camping stove that charges your phone.
    By Steven John
  50. hiking and camping
    The Hiking Backpacks I Count on for Every Kind of Outdoor ActivityWhether scaling summits, camping overnight, or a simple day trip.
    By Steven John
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