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How to Make the Battery Last Longer On Your MacBook

Laptops have become an indispensable part of life. With busy schedules and long commutes (and especially now that many things in life are virtual!) your laptop is likely your most crucial accessory. The MacBook has quickly risen to the top of the pack when it comes to laptops, but over time, the battery on your MacBook can suffer a shorter life than when you first purchased it. In this article, we’ll give you some tips and tricks for how to make the battery last longer on a MacBook.

Range Govindan

Jul 7, 2022

You've Been Using Bath Towels All Wrong, According to a Dermatologist

We've all done it.

Jasmine Grant

Jul 6, 2022

B&A: Smart DIYs Gave This "Cold" Dining Room a Welcoming (& Functional) New Life

HOME PROJECTS

The multiple projects involved in this room redo help give it tons of character.

Sarah Everett

Jul 6, 2022

How to Decide Whether to Buy or Build Your Dream Home

News

According to two HGTV experts.

Lillian Brown

Jul 6, 2022

One TikTok-Famous Cooling Blanket Is Under $50 on Amazon

How can you say no to another blanket?

Noella Williams

Jul 6, 2022

Elvis Presley Loved Redecorating Graceland, and Baz Luhrmann’s “Elvis” Shows How the Home Changed Over the Years

Apartment Therapy spoke to one of the film’s set decorators to find out how such a recognizable home was replicated nearly exactly, and how Elvis himself played a key role in Graceland’s design.

Mary Elizabeth Andriotis

Jul 6, 2022

The Surprisingly Chic Kitchen Find That Will Instantly Double Your Storage Space

Cabinet organization never looked so stylish.

Nikol Slatinska

Jul 6, 2022

Here's a Smart Way to Gain More Bedside Space in a Tiny Bedroom

Get ready to see double!

Danielle Blundell

Jul 6, 2022

This Ridiculously Soft, Wrinkle-Free Duvet Cover Is the Only One You’ll Ever Need to Buy

Could it be the perfect duvet cover?

Kendall Cornish

Jul 6, 2022

7 Stylish Small Space Decorating Ideas I Stole from StreetEasy

Forget designers! I'm trolling this site for inspo instead.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 6, 2022

This Polychromatic Loft Is Proof You Can Have a Colorful Home on a Budget

Lots of IKEA, a sprinkling of handmade furniture, a dose of DIY, and PLENTY of paint have all been used brilliantly by clothing designer Haley Boyko in her Long Beach rental loft apartment.

Adrienne Breaux

Jul 6, 2022

10 Ridiculously Stylish Ways to Incorporate the Checkered Print Trend In Your Home

It's not just for board games anymore.

Britt Franklin

Jul 6, 2022

Here’s How a “Capsule Wardrobe” for Groceries Can Help You Stick to Your Budget

A capsule pantry, if you will.

Carla Delgado

Jul 6, 2022

What It’s Actually Like to Use a First-Time Homebuyer Program

Here's how they can help.

Sarah Kuta

Jul 6, 2022

4 Things You Should Always Get Rid of to Make Your Space Look Bigger

According to home stagers.

Sarah Everett

Jul 6, 2022

5 Patio Trends That Are on Their Way Out, According to a Real Estate Agent

Here's what to watch out for ahead of a sale.

Jennifer Billock

Jul 6, 2022

An 'Eclectic Tropical' Connecticut Home Has Gorgeous Yellow Couches

As a Latina artist who's traveled the world, Olga Fermin says her home is a reflection of her roots, culture, and travels. "You can see my colorful paintings all throughout the house," she writes. "I love mixing patterns, colors, and styles."

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jul 6, 2022

See How Smart Staging Saved a Historic San Diego Home from Being Torn Down

BEFORE & AFTER

The aging building felt dim and depressing.

Chelsea Greenwood

Jul 6, 2022

B&A: An Empty Room Becomes a Functional Office Thanks to DIY Built-Ins

The DIY redo includes practical features like desk space, storage, and even a new set of doors.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jul 5, 2022

The Brand Behind Our Favorite Posture-Correcting Office Chair Just Released a New Chair — And AT Readers Can Save $100

It's time to say goodbye to that back pain for good — and save big while you're at it.

Sarah M. Vazquez

Jul 5, 2022

Amazon Shoppers Swear This $17 Organizer With Over 43,000 Five-Star Reviews Is Saving Their Junk Drawers

It's also a must-have for emergencies.

Britt Franklin

Jul 5, 2022

This Australian Apartment Has a Full Bathroom Right in the Kitchen

News

Shower while you cook.

Inigo Del Castillo

Jul 5, 2022

The Splurgy (But Totally Worth It!) Balsamic Vinegar That Helped Me Recreate My Favorite To-Go Salad at Home

Shopping

I'm never buying pre-made salad dressing again.

Tamara Kraus

Jul 5, 2022

Here's How My Brooklyn Brownstone Made Me Fall In Love With NYC

One writer wanted an apartment with character that would never be found in NYC’s modern units. She succeeded in finding a Crown Heights brownstone, and here's what she loves about it.

Lisa Marie Basile

Jul 5, 2022

This $15 Million Orlando Home For Sale Could Be Mistaken for a Disney Hotel

You don’t even need to pay the price of admission to sleep inside your very own Cinderella Castle.

Arielle Tschinkel

Jul 5, 2022

This Ingenious $14 Amazon Find Will Extend the Life of Avocados

It'll guac your world.

Stella Totino

Jul 5, 2022

This Was the Best Decorating Tip I Learned from 4 Pro Designers

I went to a designer and content creator conference, and got the scoop on the best thing you can do for your home with $100.

Samantha O'Brochta

Jul 5, 2022

The Hygge-Loving Reason I Still Have a "Christmas Tree" Lit Up in July

Why not enjoy a very merry summer?

Sarah Magnuson

Jul 5, 2022

The Real Star of "Stranger Things" Is a Haunted Victorian House

News

Spoilers ahead.

Mary Elizabeth Andriotis

Jul 5, 2022

This San Diego Rental Loft Is Funky, Eclectic, Maximal, and Incredibly Colorful

Tours

When Bridgette and her boyfriend, Blue, moved into their loft apartment, they committed to making the space their own while not breaking the bank. They used Facebook Marketplace to find staple pieces that they DIYed to fit their style.

Adrienne Breaux

Jul 5, 2022

I Tried Our Place’s New Ovenware Set and It Makes Cooking Weeknight Meals Unbelievably Easy

Shopping

It's almost too pretty to use!

Erin Cavoto

Jul 5, 2022

These Are the Best Front Door and House Color Combinations

According to real estate experts.

Jennifer Billock

Jul 5, 2022

43 of Our Most Colorful Before and Afters Ever, in Every Hue of the Rainbow

Journey with us through ROYGBIV to see our favorite, most colorful room makeovers.

Sarah Everett

Jul 5, 2022

A Seattle Fixer Upper Is Filled With Colorful and Fun DIYs

Michaela Dupkanic's home style is "Colorful. Maximalist. Lived in. Evolving."

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jul 5, 2022

How to Organize Your Home by Color, According to a Pro Organizer

Coordinate a new hue for each room.

Melanie Gnau

Jul 5, 2022

You Know You’re From Rhode Island If You Recognize This House Style

Ever heard of a stone-ender?

Spencer Buell

Jul 5, 2022

B&A: A "Cold, Uninviting" Hallway Gets a Colorful, Sophisticated $600 Redo

"The after is just an entire vibe!" this DIYer says. "It's warm, soulful, and sophisticated."

Sarah Everett

Jul 4, 2022

7 Red Flags You Should Never Ignore When Buying Houseplants

A closer inspection before you buy can save you from headaches and heartbreak later.

Cheryl Rafuse

Jul 4, 2022

The Best Way to Wash Your Fruits and Vegetables

According to a food safety expert.

Stephanie Nguyen

Jul 4, 2022

Amazon Shoppers Say This Lightweight Mop Does All the Work — Get This Early Prime Day Deal for 23% Off

Shopping

Take your floors from grimy to glowing.

Amy Gordon

Jul 4, 2022

Before and After: A Spare Bedroom Gets Transformed Into a Bright Home Office

Paint, furniture, and accessories turned a blank box into a warm, boho home office.

Savannah West

Jul 4, 2022

I’m a Former Pastry Chef, and This Is the Only Nonstick Pan I’ll Use to Make Sticky Sauces and Caramels

It's the best sauce pan I own.

Stella Totino

Jul 4, 2022

A Technicolor Tennessee House Has a Round Red Bed, a Hot Pink Kitchen, and More

Tours

The moment you walk in this home's door, you’re greeted by a giant gold cage, setting the tone for a glamorous, luxurious, comfortable, Hollywood regency-meets-1970s opulence style space!

Adrienne Breaux

Jul 4, 2022

These Are the TikTok Trends That Can Boost Your Home’s Value

From colorful kitchens to plant walls.

Emma Kershaw

Jul 4, 2022

It Took Me Two Years to Decorate My One-Bedroom Apartment

Here's how I furnished before I found my forever pieces.

Marlen Komar

Jul 4, 2022

The History Behind That Ubiquitous Red, White, and Blue Bunting

It's everywhere in the summertime.