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00:00Think you're ready to see the world in a whole new way?
00:03I hope so, because I'm about to blow your mind.
00:06Have you ever noticed those plastic lines along the side of your phone?
00:10They're the oddly space stripes that seem to have no purpose.
00:14In reality, though, they're probably your phone's most important feature.
00:18Because without them, your device would be little more than a smart paperweight.
00:23They are antenna lines, allowing your phone to remain wireless.
00:28Electromagnetic waves carrying phone, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi signals cannot pass through metal,
00:33which makes up most of the phone's outer case.
00:36And the glass panel up front also slows those waves down.
00:39It's like there's a bouncer at the door, refusing to let most signals in or out of the phone.
00:44Hey, I've been to that nightclub!
00:46Anyway, that means no phone calls, no text, and no late-night delivery
00:51when you have nothing in the fridge except one egg and something that might have once been lasagna.
00:56Those little strips of plastic allow the same electromagnetic waves to come and go as they please.
01:02This is why you can call a friend, order a ride, or play an online matching game until 3 in
01:07the morning.
01:07Hey, don't you have to get up early for work?
01:10When you do finally stumble out of bed, make sure you're using this next item correctly
01:15to avoid a potentially upsetting situation.
01:18The zipper, originally patented as the clasp locker in 1851, didn't become widely used until the 1930s.
01:27Now, they're on everything, from bags to jackets to jeans.
01:31And they're not perfect.
01:32They get stuck.
01:33They pinch the skin.
01:35And we all know what happens if the zipper on our pants refuses to stay up.
01:39Well, luckily, this can be avoided.
01:41Most zippers have a locking mechanism built right in.
01:44When the zip is facing down and flat against the teeth, the lock is engaged and the zipper remains closed.
01:51If only I had known that back in school.
01:54What about those metal rivets most jeans have?
01:57They're more than a design choice.
01:59They were added to protect areas that experience the most strain, such as pocket corners and the base of the
02:05fly.
02:06The rivets hold the fabric together, even when it's being stretched and pulled during work.
02:10And since we're talking about clothing, have you ever wondered about that tiny fifth pocket at the front of your
02:16jeans?
02:17Well, first of all, it isn't really a fifth pocket.
02:20Originally, jeans were made with four pockets, including that little one in front.
02:25The fifth pocket is actually the one on the back left, which was only added to jeans in 1901.
02:31The little pocket, though, was important a long time ago.
02:35Cowboys needed to keep their pocket watches safe while riding out on the range.
02:39Yeehaw!
02:40That pocket kept the watches protected, but also handy.
02:43And then, people became so used to it that jeans just look weird without one.
02:48Another strange holdout from a bygone day is that stitched V on the front of some sweatshirts.
02:54What if I told you that those exact stitches hold the whole shirt together?
02:58Well, then I would be lying, and I never do that.
03:02But, back in the 1940s, this V was very useful.
03:06First, the V-stitch was initially used to add a patch of stretchy rib fabric to the shirt
03:12so that it could fit over our big heads more easily.
03:15Secondly, these shirts were specifically designed for sports.
03:18So, the V included an additional piece of fabric to absorb the sweat that would build up during a game
03:24or a workout.
03:25As stretchy fabric became readily available and better at handling perspiration, the V lost its traditional value.
03:33But, like the tiny jean pocket, it has continued as a decorative feature.
03:37A reminder of our big-headed ancestors who apparently only sweated just below the chin.
03:43But, moving on.
03:45One place you won't find many people sweating is the golf course.
03:48You will see quite a few fashion disasters, sure.
03:52But sweat?
03:53Not so much.
03:54Golf was invented around the 16th century in Scotland.
03:57Back then, the ball was perfectly round and smooth.
04:00Over time, the ball would become dented from use.
04:03And at some point, golfers discovered that these imperfections actually helped the ball fly farther.
04:10Dimples were added on purpose in the 1900s,
04:12when it was found out that they reduced the aerodynamic drag that slowed down a smoother ball.
04:18And the dimples made the balls easier to control.
04:21And no, not all golf balls are created equal.
04:25The number of dimples can range from 300 to 500,
04:28with one company producing a ball with over a thousand little dents.
04:32Wow, a little overboard, eh?
04:34Need a quick, refreshing drink after a round of golf?
04:37Juice boxes, created back in 1963, are very convenient.
04:42But why do they have these large triangular flaps on top?
04:46Their lifted flaps act as hand grips.
04:49This stops you from accidentally squeezing a full box and spilling juice all over the place,
04:54like onto your favorite t-shirt or the new couch.
04:57Now, when you're done golfing,
04:59grab your backpack with that leather diamond patch with two vertical openings.
05:03It's commonly referred to as a lash tab.
05:06But I much prefer its other name, pig snap.
05:09I mean, it certainly looks like one.
05:12You typically find these pig snouts on pats used by hikers and climbers.
05:16The diamond is a place to tie any extra gear that they need to carry,
05:20like boots, cooking equipment, or sleeping bags.
05:22But these lash tabs are also becoming more common on smaller backpacks.
05:26They're a nod to the past, but just as useful.
05:29Attach your running shoes to one next time you head to the gym,
05:32keeping those stinky things away from the rest of your clothes.
05:35Now, I'm sure you're a great driver.
05:39But for years, you've probably been neglecting an important safety feature right in front of your eyes.
05:45That rear-view mirror has a small tab located at the bottom center.
05:49It's high time you started using it.
05:51When this is flipped forward, the mirror is in day mode,
05:54providing a strong reflection of everything behind the car.
05:57Flipping the tab backward changes the whole situation to night mode.
06:02This reduces the brightness of the headlights behind you, resulting in a safer drive.
06:07Another cool car tip?
06:09If you're borrowing from a friend, using a rental, or have the memory of a houseplant,
06:14cars feature a handy indicator to let you know which side the gas tank is on.
06:18It's a tiny arrow next to the pump icon that points either left or right.
06:23Where the arrow points, that's where the gas tank can be found.
06:27And that's one less thing you have to remember.
06:30Okay, off to the grocery store.
06:32A regular shopping cart has a useful feature you might have been overlooking.
06:36Carts usually include loops in the metal frame, often behind the child seat.
06:41As you bag your groceries, hang the ones with fragile or squishable items, like eggs or bread, on these loops.
06:48Now they're out of harm's way when you toss that giant watermelon into the cart.
06:54Later, when you're unloading your groceries, do yourself a favor and grab that box of plastic wrap.
07:00You know, the one that is impossible to unroll without the whole tube coming out while the plastic wrap sticks
07:06to itself.
07:08Check out either end of the box, and you'll see small tabs that you are supposed to push in.
07:13This helps to hold the roll in place, so you can easily pull the plastic wrap out without all the
07:19fuss.
07:20Aluminum foil boxes also have these tabs.
07:22Now that you can finally use that plastic wrap, try this appealing hack.
07:27Separate that bunch of bananas and cover each stem in some plastic wrap.
07:32The stem releases a gas called ethylene.
07:35When it reaches the rest of the banana, it encourages the fruit to ripen and turn black.
07:40If you wrap the stems, your bananas will last longer.
07:44And since you're in your kitchen, you might as well warm up that coffee from this morning.
07:49Just remove the gross skin that has formed on top.
07:52Don't eat it!
07:53Of course, as you open the microwave, you'll notice that the glass in the door has a strange black mesh
07:59inside.
08:00This mesh is designed to stop any radiation from passing through the glass.
08:05Like the electromagnetic waves we discussed earlier, radiation can't pass through metal.
08:10That mesh keeps it all safely inside to help you heat up your food.
08:14Thank you, science!
08:16Oh, and about that cup of coffee.
08:18Did you know that the handle size can help you determine how much the mug actually holds?
08:23Let your fingers guide you.
08:25If you can fit two fingers into the handle, then the mug holds 8 ounces or one measuring cup of
08:30liquid.
08:31Three fingers, 10 ounces or one and a quarter cups.
08:35Four fingers, 12 ounces or one and a half cups.
08:38Pretty cool, huh?
08:41The cylinder on the end of a cable is sitting there, useless as it might seem.
08:46In fact, this is a ferrite bead that assists with many electrical wires to reduce electromagnetic interference.
08:54Electrical wires act like unintentional antennas, broadcasting the EMI.
09:01There's a reason why the spinning wheel inside the microwave is circular.
09:06A circular object will evenly distribute the heat as opposed to a rectangular and square one.
09:12When you place containers of these shapes inside, the energy is focused on the corners rather than spread evenly like
09:19in a round container.
09:22The temperature gauge on a toaster is commonly used to determine how crisp you like your toast.
09:27But the other, more specific use for the gauge was for the different types of bread.
09:33White and sweet types of bread heat up much faster as opposed to heavier brown and rye ones.
09:39The older bread is, the more time it will need in a toaster to ensure the golden brown results you're
09:45looking for.
09:47Most ovens give you the option of leaving the door ajar when broiling a dish inside.
09:53You probably think the goal here is to help cool down the oven after use.
09:57In reality, its purpose is to focus on cooking the top of the dish and to ensure a crusty layer.
10:05Controlling the buildup of heat and steam by releasing it through the slightly ajar door gives you the desired result
10:12without cooking the entire dish to a crispy end.
10:16You probably have noticed that your dishwasher has specific areas for different types of cutleries and dishware.
10:23But all the dishware pieces should be facing towards the center and not all in one direction.
10:29What types of foods were on the plates will also determine where they should be located in the racks.
10:35As the middle of the machine gets the strongest spray, carb-based stains from tomatoes and potatoes should be placed
10:43there.
10:43The detergent is more focused on the outside during the clean, creating a waterfall-like cleanse.
10:50That's why protein-based stains, like from eggs for example, should be stacked there.
10:57Ceiling fans push cool air down on a hot day, circulating the room.
11:02But they can serve you during the winter just as effectively if you flick that switch on the side or
11:08use the pulley.
11:09So if you want to save some money on heating and try to quickly warm up your room on a
11:14cold day,
11:14turn the fan on.
11:15It will push the air up and spread the warm air around, more effectively warming the room up.
11:22Do you still use sticky notes instead of those fancy new apps on all possible gadgets?
11:28Welcome to the club.
11:33If you've had this issue, it's because you've peeled them from the bottom upwards.
11:38Doing it this way causes the curling.
11:41Peeling them from the side will ensure they remain flat, ready to remind you of your daily tasks.
11:47Did you know that can openers weren't invented until 50 years after preservation cans had been readily available?
11:54So how would it be possible to open a can?
11:57There are a couple of alternative methods just in case you've misplaced your trusty opener.
12:02All you need is a metal spoon.
12:05Set the can down on the counter.
12:07Hold onto it firmly and grasp the head of the spoon tightly.
12:12Apply pressure and vigorously rub the edge of the can's top over a small area.
12:17It takes time, but as you continuously rub, a small indentation soon opens a hole.
12:23Once the hole is wide enough for the spoon's tip, pry the lid upwards and keep going along the edges,
12:28until you can finally access the hard-earned meal within.
12:34Most toilets rely on water pressure and gravity to function, so a power outage will not affect them.
12:40But if yours does need electricity to function, you must be worried about using it when the power is out.
12:46The good news is, the power is only used to fill the toilet and not to flush it.
12:51As the flushing mechanism will still work, open the toilet tank and pour in a couple of gallons,
12:56and you're free to flush away whatever you need to.
13:01Blockages in shower drains occur over a long period of time.
13:05It's inevitable.
13:06We lose 50 to 100 hairs a day, and many of them will endeavor to reside within our shower drains.
13:12Hair only forms the foundations of the blockage, and this attracts the buildup of various other things.
13:18A great life hack is to use your vacuum cleaner and put the nozzle in the hole once removing the
13:23plug.
13:24Apply a wet cloth around the nozzle, ensuring air cannot escape.
13:29The vacuum will suck up the blockages a lot easier.
13:32This will help avoid any extra costs from plumbers, as they themselves use this technique.
13:39To make your candles last longer, trim their wicks multiple times and keep them as far away from water and
13:45moist as possible.
13:46It will guarantee that your candle's wax stays firm and steady, and continues to burn slower for a longer period
13:54of time.
13:55The empty space between the panes of the oven door is there for a reason.
14:00You can stick a brush in there to clean the oven door glass.
14:04It's easy to access the space through the bottom of the door, open the lower shelf, then push the brush
14:09through the hole.
14:12While you're parking in a garage, you might find it difficult to determine how close to it you need to
14:17be.
14:18Not all cars have sensors, ensuring you keep the right distance before the bumper makes an indentation on the wall.
14:25Applying a rope with a tennis ball from the ceiling at the right distance will help you learn the best
14:29distance to park from the wall.
14:32We've all been told to loosen a lock with WD-40 or lubricant.
14:37Yes, we all know we should have these around the house.
14:40But in case you don't, a great alternative is drawing with a grey lead pencil along the edges of the
14:45key and then putting it into the lock.
14:48Continue doing this until the keyhole has been adequately lubricated and the key functions smoothly.
14:55Pliers are prone to damage when you use them to adjust faucets and shower heads and are also difficult to
15:01grip.
15:02Take a couple of pieces from the end of an old garden hose and attach them to the jaws of
15:07the pliers.
15:08You'll find a huge improvement with grip and will avoid wear and tear.
15:14You can find a good use for discarded rubber for different things around the house.
15:19When fed up with tightening or loosening with a screwdriver, try using a simple rubber band.
15:25Place part of it into the screw grip and the screwdriver will have far greater traction.
15:31Moving cement blocks isn't safe for your lower back.
15:35Even with a wheelbarrow, it can be a risky process to place the cement onto the ground without causing damage.
15:41Three simple cylinder pipes can make a world of difference, regardless of the size of the block.
15:46Try lifting the edge onto the first pipe with a pry bar, then pushing and maneuvering as you gradually direct
15:53the three pipes towards the desired location.
15:56Just make sure you're not doing this on a slope.
16:00That first strike on a nail can be a great success or will result in a throbbing thumb.
16:06A bobby pin is perfectly shaped to hold a nail in place, allowing for your hand to be clear out
16:12of harm's way and for you to strike the nail without fear.
16:17Use a crayon instead of a pen or pencil while working with a wet saw to ensure the markings are
16:23not removed.
16:24They will also be easier to see under the murky water.
16:29Checking the drains on the roof and determining when they need to be cleaned can take a lot of time.
16:35Using duct tape, attach a mirror on the end of a long broom and review whether the drains need to
16:42be cleaned.
16:43To further assist with your balance as you check on the gutters, attach a pair of old trainers to the
16:48end of the ladder.
16:50The spread of the shoe and its grip will ensure a further level of safety.
16:55Liquid caulk normally comes in huge tubes, so you can never use it all at once.
17:00The hardened tips of liquid caulk create blockages.
17:04Grab a used cork and drill through it to make a perfect lid, concealing the liquid caulk.
17:09Now it's ready to be used again with no blockages.
17:14Now here's a trick.
17:15Instead of putting the box grater vertically on top of a plate, put it horizontally, with no plate underneath, of
17:21course.
17:22This way, you won't risk scraping your knuckles because only your fingertips will eventually touch the grater when you reach
17:28the end of the process.
17:29Also, it gives the grater more stability.
17:31When otherwise, you'd have to balance the grater or even hold it in the air with the other hand.
17:36When you're done, or when there's just too much grated stuff on the bottom wall of the grater, simply turn
17:42it on its side to pour the contents into the bowl or plate.
17:46Flowers in a vase would stay fresher for longer if not for the bacteria that breed in the water.
17:51Since copper has some antibacterial properties, dropping a penny into the water will help keep the microbes at bay and
17:59let you enjoy your flowers for that little bit longer.
18:01An easy way to check if your bed linen has dried completely is to put a small mirror in between
18:07the layers for about 5 minutes.
18:09If the mirror has steamed up when you pick it up, it means the sheets are still a bit damp.
18:14Let them dry until the mirror stops getting cloudy.
18:17A damp bed is a lovely breeding ground for fungi and bacteria.
18:22Okay, I'm in.
18:24If you have a not-very-healthy habit of eating in front of your computer, you'll be surprised at how
18:30much crumbs and grime there is inside your keyboard.
18:34Now, you can just turn it over and shake it vigorously, of course.
18:37But that's not very good for any piece of tech, you know.
18:40So instead, take a post-it note and run its sticky part over the keyboard.
18:46It will collect the little pieces of trash like magic.
18:48Even a better way to do it, though, is to take a slime and stick it to the keyboard.
18:54Then take it away, squeeze it, and stick again in another part.
18:57The slime will fill the entire space between the keys, and its sticky properties will let it gather every little
19:04bit of garbage.
19:05Separating egg yolks from whites is easier using a plastic bottle.
19:09Break the necessary number of eggs into a bowl, and then take an empty plastic bottle and squeeze it.
19:15Hold the bottle over the yolk and release.
19:18It'll pull in air and the yolk together, leaving the white in the bowl.
19:22Repeat with the rest of the yolks, and you're done!
19:25And that's no yolk!
19:27If you're tired of spitting out the stones when eating cherries or want to make a cherry pie, push the
19:33stones out with a straw.
19:35Also, many garlic presses have a special tool on their handle that can be used exactly for that.
19:41Cleaning a blender can be a nuisance if you do it manually.
19:44Instead, fill it with hot water and add some liquid soap or detergent, then run it for about 10 seconds.
19:50Rinse it afterwards, and it's clean.
19:53Plaster walls can crumble, flake, and spread dust all over the floor when you hammer nails into it.
19:59Cut a strip of masking tape and stick it to the place you want to hammer a nail in.
20:04The tape won't let the plaster crack and crumble, leaving the hole neat and clean.
20:09Small scratches and dents on wooden furniture can be removed with some toothpaste or a walnut.
20:15For toothpaste, rub a pea-sized amount of it into the scratch until it's gone, then wipe the leftovers with
20:21a damp cloth.
20:22For a walnut, take a half of that brain-shaped nut and rub it into the dent.
20:28Then rub the area with your fingers and buff it with a soft cloth.
20:32This'll help the wood absorb the oil from the nut, making the scratch sealed and gone.
20:37The sticky residue on jars left after you remove the stickers won't be easily removed by water and detergent.
20:44So take some vegetable oil instead.
20:46Soak a cotton pad in it and wipe the sticky surface.
20:50Let it sit for a while and then wash the oil away together with the residue.
20:55If you can't comfortably reach the wick of a candle with a lighter, hey, take a stick of spaghetti.
21:01Light up its end, and you'll get a burning stick that's easy to use for hard-to-reach places.
21:07Now, next time your razor blade's getting dull, try rubbing it backwards on a pair of jeans for regular upkeep.
21:13Not while you're wearing them, of course.
21:15Make sure you keep the blades dry, too, or even kept in mineral oil.
21:19That'll stop them from rusting.
21:21Keep all those jelly, ketchup, peanut butter, and mayo fresher for longer in your fridge by turning the contents upside
21:29down.
21:29This creates a partial vacuum inside the container, helping prevent mold growth.
21:35Storing ice cream upside down will prevent freezer burn, too.
21:38To bring your permanent marker back to life, simply put a few drops of rubbing alcohol into the felt material
21:45inside and shake.
21:46Once the felt absorbs the rubbing alcohol for a couple of minutes, the marker will be almost as good as
21:52new.
21:53Now, don't keep throwing away lettuce that goes black too quickly.
21:57Covering it with a dry paper towel and then placing it in an airtight container will help it keep fresher
22:03for much longer.
22:04This goes for any leafy greens you've got leftovers of.
22:08That sharpish bit sticking out of the cap of your favorite cream is there for a reason.
22:13These tubes are usually sealed with foil, so unless you love breaking your nails trying to open them, just flip
22:19the cap over and push.
22:21Your bobby pins might not stay in place if the grooves aren't facing the right way.
22:26They should always be on the bottom, close to your head.
22:29Still coming loose?
22:31Well, put a squeeze of hairspray right onto the bobby pin before you put it in your hair.
22:35Now, your cotton rounds pack has those strings on it, so you can hang it on a handy hook in
22:41the bathroom.
22:41But there's no need to loosen and tighten it back up every time.
22:46Check out the bottom of the pack.
22:47It has a perforated line.
22:49Tear it open carefully, and you're good to go.
22:53Two zips too much?
22:54Maybe, but they come in handy as a clever anti-theft device.
22:58Just lock them together.
23:00Now, no one can open your backpack.
23:02Don't have a lock on you?
23:04You can also tie them together with some string, or even just a paper clip.
23:08Anything to slow those pickpockets down.
23:11That tiny little button on the back of a shirt collar is used to hold your tie in place.
23:16Hey, you don't want your tie trying to escape back there.
23:20Shoe manufacturers care about their customers.
23:23So, most running shoes now have a special anti-blister system pre-installed.
23:28Sounds intense, but it's basically just that extra hole on top of your sneakers.
23:32Make a loop with the extra hole, inserting the lace backward.
23:37Cross your laces and put them through the loops.
23:39Now, pull the laces down to lock your foot in place.
23:42Now, run.
23:44Yeah, go ahead.
23:45Car headrests are all about comfort, and detachable headrests are all about safety.
23:50If you pull the headrest out, you'll see two sturdy metal bars.
23:55If you ever get locked or trapped in your car, you can use the bars to smash the window and
24:00get out.
24:01If you've got some pesky parsley stuck in your teeth, try this tip.
24:05It can be hard to get it out with loose floss.
24:08You need more tension, so just tie it in a knot.
24:12It's not an accident that soy sauce bottles have two spouts.
24:16The sauce is liquid, and it flows out of the bottle pretty easily once you turn it over.
24:21Most Asian food lovers have spilled it at least once in a lifetime.
24:24That's why nowadays, restaurants prefer serving soy sauce in special bottles that have two spouts.
24:30This design allows you to control when and how much sauce will come out.
24:35Just put your finger on one spout when you pour the sauce through another.
24:39If you press your finger tightly to the spout, the sauce will stop flowing,
24:43and if you remove your finger, it'll flow again.
24:46And don't forget to ask your server,
24:49Hey, wasabi!
24:50Alright.
24:51A hair straightener is an excellent tool, not only for treating your natural curls,
24:56but also for fixing crumpled money or documents.
24:58You can also use a regular iron for this purpose.
25:02Just make sure you don't turn on steaming mode.
25:04Otherwise, there's a risk of damaging the paper.
25:08Hairbands are good not only for getting your hair done,
25:11but also to open a glass jar with canned food.
25:14Your hands might slip on the tightly closed lid,
25:16and if you don't open the can from the first attempt,
25:19your palms tend to get sweaty, making the task virtually impossible.
25:24So, put a hairband on the lid to fix your hand
25:27and make your grasp stronger.
25:29A simple rubber band will do as well.
25:32Now, it's time to take my sweaty palms and go.
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