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Never Lose Anything
technology Are you always misplacing
your wallet, keys, purse, or briefcase?
Low-cost, high-tech tracking devices can
help. Two of the most popular are Ping
and Tile. Both are Bluetooth-enabled, and
the latest model from Ping also uses GPS.
The devices connect to apps on your
phone that generate maps to your missing
items. Some users attach them to their
pets’ collars or their kids’ backpacks.8
Get a Free Engine-
Light Check
auto If you’re not sure
why your check-engine
light came on, try going to
a chain automotive store
such as AutoZone. They
have a tool that deciphers
your car’s troubleshooting
codes, and AutoZone will
provide the diagnosis for
free. Then you can ad-
dress easy issues (a loose
gas cap, for example)
yourself and kick more
serious problems (such as
a misfiring engine) over to
your trusted expert.9
Chase Away Deer
with Soap
garden Because most
soap is made with an
animal by-product
called tallow, it scares
off deer. Sprinkle shav-
ings in the garden or
hang bars near the plants
you want to protect—it
works within about three
feet. Avoid soaps with
coconut oil (deer like
those), and change the
scent periodically. Deer
are adaptable! RD7
Make Ink Cartridges Last Longer
money Documents created with fonts that were
originally made for typewriters, such as Courier
and Century Gothic, will use less ink when you print
them. So will choosing the “Draft” print option. joleenzubek,stylist:^ maelander,^ backpack^ courtesy^ statebags.com,^ tilecourtesythetileapp.com44 april 2020 | rd.com
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