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      4 easy ways to follow here’s the thing

      by ben patterson March 28, 2012 announcements
      4 easy ways to follow <i>here's the thing</i>

      Don’t want to miss a single article on here’s the thing? Good news: it’s easy to keep tabs on our latest tips, how-tos, podcasts and reviews.

      Tagged as: Facebook, twitter

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      Coming today to here’s the thing: change

      by ben patterson February 29, 2012 announcements
      Coming today to <i>here's the thing</i>: change

      Greetings, everyone! Today is a big day for here’s the thing. We’re launching a major redesign—one that’s more polished, easier to read, and easier to browse. Just to be clear, our articles—that is, our tips, how-tos, reviews and practical, friendly advice—aren’t changing one bit. All we’re doing is making our site easier for you to [...]

      Tagged as: Redesign

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      Happy New Year from here’s the thing!

      by ben patterson December 30, 2011 announcements
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      Wait, 2011 is almost already over? Time flies when you’re having fun, and this year was clearly no exception. Happy New Year to all of you, and here’s to a great 2012. Also, just a quick note: I’ll be taking a brief break for the holiday, but I’ll be back Tuesday, January 3, with more [...]

      Tagged as: holiday

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      Happy Holidays from here’s the thing!

      by ben patterson December 23, 2011 announcements
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      Dear Friends, Family, Colleagues, Readers, Listeners, Fans, and Supporters… I wanted to take time out and wish you and your families all the best in this holiday season. I’m looking forward to an amazing 2012! I also wanted to take a moment and thank everyone for your support, encouragement and (most importantly) enthusiasm for the [...]

      Tagged as: holiday

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      Visit the here’s the thing Holiday Gift Guide on Pinterest

      by ben patterson December 7, 2011 announcements
      Visit the <i>here's the thing</i> Holiday Gift Guide on Pinterest

      Want to see all our gift picks on a single page? Now you can thanks to Pinterest, an online “pinboard” that lets you organize and share products, restaurants, and anything else that tickles your fancy. I’ve pinned every product in our (growing) Holiday Gift Guide—ranging from an alarm clock that flies to a snazzy wristband that [...]

      Tagged as: holiday, Pinterest

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      5 iPhone secrets you need to know (via Mom Central)

      by ben patterson October 24, 2011 announcements
      5 iPhone secrets you need to know (via Mom Central)

      Looking for more hidden features on your iPhone? I’ve collected five of them in a guest post for Mom Central, which you can check out right here. Enjoy!

      Tagged as: iPhone

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      Steve Jobs, 1955-2011

      by ben patterson October 5, 2011 announcements
      Steve Jobs, 1955-2011

      Rest in peace, Steve. Read Apple’s statement here, and my own thoughts about Steve Jobs here.

      Tagged as: Apple, Steve Jobs

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