Tip #6,016 Pick an evening each week to be technology free as a family. No television, computers or other electronic devices. Come up with fun unplugged activities to do as a family. Parenting computer + cell phone + tv + web + tablet + social media + family + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,478 • 2 people found helpful Use your computer as your television. You can get TV on your PC by installing a TV tuner card. Tech computer + tv + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,370 • 9 people found helpful Try to not watch television for a full week. Read books, exercise, socialize with others, and learn something new. You'll realize life doesn't revolve around your favorite shows and you'll be more at peace. Recreation tv + reading + exercise + self-improvement + learning + positivity + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,652 • 8 people found helpful Consider helping your aging parents set up a streaming television service. This may be especially appreciated if they are homebound or live in an area with harsh winters. Tech tv + family + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,728 • 10 people found helpful Fix a dead pixel on a LCD screen by using a soft cloth to gently rub the dead pixel in a clockwise motion for 30 seconds. Tech computer + tv + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,137 • 6 people found helpful Polish a scratched DVD with a soft cloth and small amount of toothpaste. Buff in a circular motion. Tech tv + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,026 • 24 people found helpful Reward your children with a certain amount media time (computer, television, etc.) based on completing chores and homework. Parenting computer + tv + kids + homework + chores + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,045 • 24 people found helpful Keep a jump rope next to the television and jump rope during commercials. Just 5 minutes can burn 50 calories. Wellness tv + exercise + fitness + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,121 • 22 people found helpful Before buying something from QVC on television, search for "QVC" and the product name on eBay. You will likely find it at a better price, just be sure to account for the shipping fee. Money shopping + tv + deals + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,184 • 22 people found helpful • 1 List Ask a TV repairman which brand of TV he/she would purchase. That's the ultimate informed recommendation. Read More Tech tv + deals + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #1,357 • 21 people found helpful Help prevent snacking by brushing your teeth more often. Especially do this before watching television in the evening. Wellness tv + teeth + diet + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #1,280 • 20 people found helpful Find coupons for Redbox video rentals at http://www.insideredbox.com/redbox-codes/. Money tv + coupons + deals + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #1,216 • 19 people found helpful Protect your remote controls from your toddler by placing in plastic bags. They won't get sticky, spilled on, etc. Parenting cleaning + tv + toddler + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #122 • 17 people found helpful For a free movie night, check out a movie at the library. Recreation tv + savings + deals + family + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #1,247 • 15 people found helpful To keep a DVD or CD from skipping, rub a little plain white toothpaste over the disc then buff off. Tech cleaning + tv + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #1,017 • 11 people found helpful Exercise during commercial breaks. Wellness tv + health + exercise + fitness + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #910 • 8 people found helpful Run rented DVDs under hot water to remove dirt and oil. Wipe dry with a soft cloth to prevent scratching. Recreation tv + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #434 • 8 people found helpful Donate old movies to your local library. Recreation tv + giving back + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
