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How to use Google text-to-speech on your Android phone to hear text instead of reading it

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Speech-to-text is a popular productivity hack that many use to more quickly and easily create written sentences. 

Its counterpart, text-to-speech, can help with productivity too, albeit in a different way: By hearing the text read back to you in a robotic voice, you may be able to catch skipped words, grammar mistakes, and awkward phrasing.

Here's what you need to know to start using text-to-speech on your Android:

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How to enable Google text-to-speech

1. Go into your device's settings.

2. Tap "Accessibility."

How to use Google text-to-speech on Android phone

3. Depending on your device, you may need to tap "Vision."

4. Choose "Select to speak."

How to use Google text-to-speech on Android phone

5. Toggle the feature on and confirm by tapping "Ok" in the pop-up window.

How to use Google text-to-speech feature on Android phone

Depending on your device, you will either see a circle pop-up with the text-to-speech icon, or it will appear in the lower-right corner of your screen.

How to use Google text-to-speech

Once you've set up the feature and you've navigated to a bit of text you want to have read back to you, here's what you'll need to do:

1. Tap the text-to-speech icon — you'll see a red stop button appear, with a greyed-out play button next to it.

2. Tap and select the speech you want read back to you. Drag your finger across the screen if there is more than one section, or press the play button to have everything on the screen read back to you, including button commands.

How to use Google text-to-speech feature on Android phone

3. Tap the play button to begin the text-to-speech playback.

If you tap the carrot to the side of the icon, you'll also see the ability to pause the read-back, or go back or forward.

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The best online deals and sales happening now

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We rounded up the nine best sales and deals happening online today, with savings on apparel at Ralph Lauren, outdoor apparel and footwear at Timberland and L.L.Bean, and the new iPhone 11 at Best Buy.

Deals in this story are subject to change throughout the day. The prices listed reflect the deal at the time of publication. For even more deals and savings across the web, check out Business Insider Coupons.

The best sales and deals happening today at a glance:

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1. Save 30% on select styles at Ralph Lauren

Shop the Ralph Lauren sale now

Ralph Lauren's sale section is filled with timeless styles for men, women, and kids marked down up to 50% off. If the sale items weren't enticing enough, the brand is also offering 30% off select full-price items until October 15. Simply use the promo code "RLFAMILY" at checkout to save. 



2. Save an extra 25% on footwear and clothing at Timberland

Shop the Timberland sale now

As we get further into the season, Timberland should be one of the first brands you consider when shopping for fall and winter. For a limited time, you can save 25% on select styles for men, women, and kids. From hiking shoes and rugged waterproof boots and apparel, you'll find plenty of great items for tackling the outdoors in style.



3. Save up to $550 on the iPhone 11 with a qualified trade-in at Best Buy

Shop the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max at Best Buy now

Apple recently launched its new series of iPhones: the 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max. If you already plan to buy one of the new phones, Best Buy is running a great promotion. Right now, you can save up to $550 with qualified activation and an eligible device trade-in. 



4. Save 20% on clothing, outerwear, and footwear at L.L.Bean

Shop the L.L.Bean sale now

L.L.Bean just released a bunch of new products in preparation for the fall and winter seasons — and you won't have to wait for them to hit the sale section to get a good deal. Until October 14, you can save 20% on select clothing, outerwear, and footwear by using the promo code "BEAN20" at checkout. If you're interested in shopping for other styles, the code will also work on the sale section and bestselling items like Bean Boots.

 



5. Save up to 25% on home goods plus an extra 15% off at Target

Shop the Target sale now

If you're on a budget, Target is a wonderful place to shop for home decor and furnishings. A huge selection of home goods is up to 25% off. Plus, now through October 14, you can save an extra 15% by using the promo code "OCTOBER" at checkout. You'll find sheets, bedding, bath essentials, lighting, seasonal decor, and more. 

 



6. Get $750 worth of travel points when you sign up for the Chase Sapphire Preferred

Learn more about the Chase Sapphire Preferred from our partner The Points Guy.

The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is a great option if you're new to earning points and miles, as it has a reasonable $95 annual fee. You'll earn 2 points per dollar on all travel and dining purchases and 1 point on everything else, and the card includes some valuable benefits like trip delay coverage and primary car rental insurance.

You can earn 60,000 Chase points with the Chase Sapphire Preferred when you spend $4,000 in the first three months from account opening. That's worth at least $750 toward travel. Read our review to learn more about the card's benefits.

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7. Save 15% on mattress and bedding at Allswell

Shop the Allswell sale now

Mattress and bedding brand Allswell was founded with the firm belief that a good night of sleep shouldn't be expensive to attain — and its affordable prices are a direct reflection of that.  While their prices are generally lower than other bedding companies, we teamed up with the brand to create an exclusive offer for Business Insider readers. You can save 15% sitewide by using the exclusive promo code "INSIDER15" at checkout. 



8. Save 15% on all orders at Framebridge as a new customer

Shop the Framebridge sale now.

In addition to offering customizable framing options for your prints and original paintings, Framebridge will turn your favorite digital images and smartphone pictures into beautifully framed artwork that's suitable for display. Simply pick a frame, upload your image, and Framebridge will ship it to you ready to be hung and shown off. Right now, new customers can save 15% sitewide by using the exclusive promo code "INSIDER15" at checkout. 



9. Save 15% on your first purchases at ASOS

Shop the ASOS sale now.

With over 850 popular brands and a few lines of their own, ASOS is a great place to find a variety of fashionable clothes all in one place and at an affordable price. To help you update your fall wardrobe, ASOS is offering new customers 15% off their first order until October 31. Simply use the promo code "ASOSNEW15" at checkout to save

 



'Does the alarm sound when a Samsung Galaxy S10 is on vibrate?': How to set an alarm on your Galaxy S10, even if it’s on vibrate or mute

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  • Yes, your Samsung Galaxy S10's alarm can sound even if the phone is set to vibrate or mute. 
  • To make sure you can hear the alarm, you need to turn the alarm sound on when you create your alarm. The alarm sound works independently of the phone's sound mode.
  • You can also configure alarms to vibrate in addition to, or instead of, the alarm sound.
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You don't need to stress about possibly not hearing an important alarm just because your phone is set to vibrate – any alarms that you set on a Galaxy S10 will sound, even if it's on vibrate or silent. 

The reason for this is that alarms have their own sound settings, and they override whatever mode the phone's sound mode is set to. So it's important to make sure that you set up the alarm properly so it is audible when you need it. 

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How to set an alarm on a Samsung Galaxy S10 so it plays even if the phone is on vibrate or mute

1. Start the Clock app.

2. Tap "Alarm" at the bottom of the screen. On the Alarm tab, tap the alarm that you want to edit or tap the plus at the top right of the screen to create a new alarm.

Does the alarm sound when my Samsung Galaxy S10 is on vibrate

3. Set the time you want the alarm to sound — make sure to choose "AM" or "PM" so it doesn't go off at the wrong time of day.

4. Tap the days you want the alarm to go off. If you don't choose a day, it will go off when the next time you set occurs.

5. To make the alarm audible, regardless of the phone's sound mode, turn on "Alarm sound" by swiping the button to the right. 

Does the alarm sound when my Samsung Galaxy S10 is on vibrate

6. To change the sound that the alarm makes, tap "Alarm sound" and, on the Alarm sound page, select the ringtone you want to hear. At the bottom of this page, specify the volume you want the alarm to sound at. This is independent of the phone's normal volume.

Does the alarm sound when my Samsung Galaxy S10 is on vibrate

7. Choose if you want the phone to also vibrate when the alarm sounds. It can vibrate in addition to or instead of the alarm sound, depending on your preferences. 

8. When you're done, tap "Save."

 

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Meet the 39-year-old hedge fund star most people have never heard of who bought a $30 million penthouse on Wall Street

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Jesse Cohn does not like to sit still — which is a good thing since the 39-year-old activist investor wakes up before the sun to train for triathlons and then goes into Elliott Management's midtown offices to construct campaigns against some of the biggest companies in the world.

The latest company to find itself in Cohn's crosshairs is AT&T, the media conglomerate that is an American staple. Cohn has steadily built the activism unit of the now-$38 billion Elliott to the point where he can take on a company like AT&T and be favored to win. He's led more than 100 activist campaigns, sat on the boards of companies like Citrix and eBay, and been labeled Elliott's "enfant terrible" by Fortune magazine. 

Read more: We talked to 24 people about the hedge-fund wunderkind at Elliott who wants to shake up AT&T. Here's why management should be terrified.

The work has been rewarded by Paul Singer, the billionaire founder of Elliott and Republican super donor. Cohn bought a $30 million penthouse in Manhattan's financial district that is 50 floors above a Four Seasons Hotel, according to property records and past media reports. 

In a tour of the building in 2016, Business Insider found that residents at 30 Park Place have access to "a fitness center, conservatory, screening room, children's play room, dining room with separate catering kitchen and access to the hotel restaurants, and two double-height loggias."

Residents can also access a shared 75-foot swimming pool with the Four Seasons, a spa, salon, ballroom, meeting rooms, and business center. The development offers some of the best views of the Freedom Tower in the city. 

To learn more about Cohn and his meteoric rise, click here to read the full profile. 

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Here's exactly how much more you'd have to earn to live a similar life in San Francisco

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  • Cost of living is out of control in San Francisco and its surrounding suburbs compared to rest of the US.
  • Using Insure.com's cost of living calculator, we found out how much a person would need to earn in San Francisco to maintain the same standard of living they have in other big cities.
  • For example, a person earning $50,000 in Los Angeles would need to make roughly $68,000 to live a similar life in San Francisco.
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Cost of living variances across the United States are staggering. 

In the country's most expensive big city, San Francisco, even workers in the highest-earning industries can barely afford housing.

To see how residents in other parts of the country would fare if they moved to San Francisco, we consulted Insure.com's cost of living calculator.

The tool analyzes costs of housing, groceries, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and goods and services, as well as car insurance and home insurance. The figures come from the Council for Community and Economic Research and Insure.com's own insurance costs data.

Below, we compared what people earning an annual after-tax income of $50,000, $100,000, and $150,000 in the biggest metro areas would need to earn in San Francisco to maintain their same standard of living.

The following metros are ranked by smallest cost of living disparity to largest. Note that Phoenix, Arizona, and Riverside, California, are not included due to lack of data. 

17. New York

If you live on a $50,000 income in New York, you'd need to make $52,460 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in New York, you'd need to make $104,920 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in New York, you'd need to make $157,380 in San Francisco.



16. Washington, DC

If you live on a $50,000 income in Washington, DC, you'd need to make $61,720 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Washington, DC, you'd need to make $123,440 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Washington, DC, you'd need to make $185,160 in San Francisco.



15. Seattle

If you live on a $50,000 income in Seattle, you'd need to make $65,200 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Seattle, you'd need to make $130,400 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Seattle, you'd need to make $195,600 in San Francisco.



14. Boston

If you live on a $50,000 income in Boston, you'd need to make $66,510 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Boston, you'd need to make $133,020 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Boston, you'd need to make $199,530 in San Francisco.



13. Los Angeles

If you live on a $50,000 income in Los Angeles, you'd need to make $68,095 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Los Angeles, you'd need to make $136,190 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Los Angeles, you'd need to make $204,285 in San Francisco.



12. San Diego

If you live on a $50,000 income in San Diego, you'd need to make $71,305 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in San Diego, you'd need to make $142,610 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in San Diego, you'd need to make $213,915 in San Francisco.



11. Miami

If you live on a $50,000 income in Miami, you'd need to make $78,610 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Miami, you'd need to make $157,220 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Miami, you'd need to make $235,830 in San Francisco.



10. Chicago

If you live on a $50,000 income in Chicago, you'd need to make $83,670 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Chicago, you'd need to make $167,340 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Chicago, you'd need to make $251,010 in San Francisco.



9. Philadelphia

If you live on a $50,000 income in Philadelphia, you'd need to make $89,110 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Philadelphia, you'd need to make $178,220 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Philadelphia, you'd need to make $267,330 in San Francisco.



8. Denver

If you live on a $50,000 income in Denver, you'd need to make $89,630 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Denver, you'd need to make $179,260 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Denver, you'd need to make $268,890 in San Francisco.

 



7. Detroit

If you live on a $50,000 income in Detroit, you'd need to make $91,340 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Detroit, you'd need to make $182,680 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Detroit, you'd need to make $274,020 in San Francisco.



6. Dallas

If you live on a $50,000 income in Dallas, you'd need to make $93,425 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Dallas, you'd need to make $186,850 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Dallas, you'd need to make $280,275 in San Francisco.



5. Minneapolis

If you live on a $50,000 income in Minneapolis, you'd need to make $93,980 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Minneapolis, you'd need to make $187,960 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Minneapolis, you'd need to make $281,940 in San Francisco.



4. Atlanta

If you live on a $50,000 income in Atlanta, you'd need to make $98,730 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Atlanta, you'd need to make $197,460 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Atlanta, you'd need to make $296,190 in San Francisco.



3. Houston

If you live on a $50,000 income in Houston, you'd need to make $102,885 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Houston, you'd need to make $205,770 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Houston, you'd need to make $308,655 in San Francisco.



2. Tampa

If you live on a $50,000 income in Tampa, you'd need to make $105,410 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in Tampa, you'd need to make $210,820 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in Tampa, you'd need to make $316,230 in San Francisco.



1. St. Louis

If you live on a $50,000 income in St. Louis, you'd need to make $112,210 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $100,000 income in St. Louis, you'd need to make $224,420 in San Francisco.

If you live on a $150,000 income in St. Louis, you'd need to make $336,630 in San Francisco.



How to place a conference call on your Samsung Galaxy S10, and add up to five people to a call

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Sometimes you need to talk to more than one person at a time. For just those occasions, your Galaxy S10 lets you place conference calls. It's easy to do; just make the first call the way you usually do, and then add a second number to the call. 

If a three-way call isn't enough, you may be able to add yet another party to the call. The number of lines you can add to a call varies depending upon your cellular provider, but you might be able to have up to five other lines on a call at once. 

Here are the conference call capabilities of some popular cellular providers:

  • Verizon Wireless normally allows up to three parties (including yourself) on a call at once, but if you upgrade to Verizon HD Voice, you can have up to six lines (five others and yourself).
  • AT&T and T-Mobile allow up to five parties at once (four others and yourself). 
  • Sprint allows three-way calling only.

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How to place a conference call on a Samsung Galaxy S10

1. Start the Phone app.

2. Call the first party in the usual way. You can use the keypad to dial a number, or select someone from your contacts or recent calls. 

3. After the first party has answered and you're connected, tap "Add call" on the phone screen.

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4. Place the next call, using your keypad, recent calls list, or contacts. 

5. After the new party connects, in the entry for the second call at the top of the screen, tap "Merge." All parties are now on the same call.  

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6. Once merged, you can tap "Conference call" at the top of the screen to show a listing of all the parties on the call. Tap "Drop" to disconnect a specific party from the conference call.

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How to add additional parties to a conference call

1. Once you have a three-way call in progress, and have merged both calls, tap "Add call." 

2. Repeat the process to place a new call.

3. After the new party answers, tap "Merge" to add it to the call. 

 

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I spent $910 for a roundtrip United flight from Newark to London — and it was worth every dollar when I got my first upgrade to Polaris. Here's what the business class flight was like.

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  • I've been a member of United's Mileage Plus program for 31 years and have flown 479,533 miles with them.
  • That puts me just shy of halfway to my goal of earning lifetime gold with United by flying one million miles.
  • In August, I flew from London Heathrow to Newark, New Jersey.
  • This was the first time I had ever been upgraded to their Polaris Business Class.
  • The experience was so good that I did not want to leave the plane. Having your own personal area and being able to lay flat made this the best flight I have ever been on.
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As United recently reminded me, I've been a member of its Mileage Plus program for 31 years.

Mileage Plus is United's loyalty program that allows you to accumulate miles, all while earning different status levels each year. There are three status levels: Silver, Gold, Platinum or 1K. Members of the program must fly at least 25,000 Premium Qualifying Miles (PQM) and spend $3,000 each year to be a Premier Silver level member — and that's the lowest recognized premier level.

While these status levels only last for one year, United has a lesser-known million-miler program that will earn you a lifetime status once you earn 1 million miles. 

Over the summer, I traveled to London Heathrow. I spent $910 on my roundtrip flight from Newark, NJ. As a planner, I try to book flights far in advance to get the best deal, but I delayed on booking this flight as I was traveling with my boyfriend and schedules were up in the air until a few weeks before. I spent about $200 more than I typically would have — but it worked out to my advantage because I was upgraded to Polaris Business Class for the flight back to Newark.

Here's what it was like to fly on United's Polaris Business Class — and why it was worth every extra dollar.

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I'm on a personal quest to hit one million lifetime miles with United. That will earn me lifetime gold with the airline.

About seven years ago, I decided to make it my personal goal to earn lifetime gold by flying one million miles through United's million-miler program. These miles are only accumulated when you physically travel one million miles on flights booked through United. There are no shortcuts to get these through credit card points or purchased mile acceleration bonuses. 

Each year, I make it a point to fly at least 50,000 miles and spend $6,000 of United's Premier Qualifying Dollars (PQD) to earn gold status. PQDs are the total dollars that you spend on these flights, not counting taxes or fees.  

PQD can actually be the tougher bit to get to, as I do my best to book the best flight deals.



In August, I flew roundtrip from Newark New Jersey to Heathrow London. I paid $910 for the flight, which is more than I usually would — but as I would quickly discover, the extra $200 paid off when I was upgraded to Polaris for my flight home.

My flight departed at 6:00 p.m.; I have TSA pre-check, so getting through security is usually a breeze, and I got to the airport at 4:00 p.m.



When I was booking my flight, United congratulated me on my long-standing loyalty with the airline: I've been a member for 31 years.

A fellow traveler once gave me some advice to never buy a seat in first class, but to earn status to get the complimentary upgrade instead.

With my current gold status, I was able to book an Economy Plus seat for no extra charge. 

On the way to the airport, my seat assignment changed, but I never received any other notification of the upgrade. With the combination of my ticket's fare class, my Mileage Plus status and the number of open seats, I was moving on up!



At the airport, I took advantage of the United Club that was close to the gate. Their food selection had pretty much every type of cuisine you could want, from pasta to curry. Knowing there was more food headed my way, I limited myself to just one plate but managed to try a little bit of almost everything.

Before long, it was time to board.



The Polaris section on the plane was quite large. There were 16 rows totaling 46 seats on this Boeing 767-300. A pile of goodies welcomed me on the plane: pillows, blankets and complimentary toiletries.

I made my way to seat 6A, which was both an aisle and a window.  There were even a few empty seats in the cabin for the flight.



And the bonuses didn't end there: The seat had a small locker complete with a bottle of water and premium headphones to use while in flight.

Each seat had an easily accessible plug to charge your electronics. There was even a small mirror on the inside to make sure you are looking your best as you lounge in style.



A cute little light made the pod feel extra cozy.



The flight attendant came around to each person, introduced himself, welcomed us by name, and took orders for our dinner entree. The menu offered four selections for main entree: beef, chicken, fish or pasta. I went with the beef.

They even had an option for a speedy meal service if you wanted to sleep or not be bothered during the flight.

Since I don't often get upgraded, I was going to take advantage of the full service.



Once we were in the air, it was time to relax. I reclined my seat and put up my footrest. The legroom was fantastic.

A flight attendant came around with a warm towel and offered everyone slippers, which I took advantage of.



The selection of movies was the same as in economy, but the screen was much bigger.



Not too long into the flight, the meal service began with an offering of warmed nuts and a beverage. I chose Champagne — living my best, upgraded life over here!



Then came the first course: Caprese salad and mixed greens. They offered three types of bread — pretzel roll, sourdough, and garlic bread. I went with the garlic bread.

I was pleasantly surprised by the bread as it was warm and had a nice garlic butter flavor.  Having two salads as the appetizer felt like a bonus, as airlines typically make you select one option.

With the blue linen service, real cutlery and glassware, it felt like I was at my own private restaurant.



When it was time for the main course, I switched to red wine to pair well with the beef short rib entree.

Get this: They had four options for red wine alone.

The beef was tender and fell apart, no knife needed.



The options for dessert were an ice cream sundae or cheese plate. I wasn't in the mood for anything sweet, so I went with the cheese plate. It also came with a glass of port. It was the perfect way to end the meal.



The plane's lavatory had some nice items to make you feel refreshed — face wash, toner and hand lotion.

Aside from the premium amenities and colorful blue lighting, it was a basic plane bathroom. It was no larger or fancier than any others on the plane. 



With the upgraded amenities in the bathroom, it was time to check out the amenity kit that was waiting for me back at my seat. Everything was branded with Polaris — I'm talking eye mask, earplugs, toothbrush, tissues, and even a small pen all had the Polaris logo on it.



After all the eating and drinking, it was time to get some sleep. The seat came with two types of pillows and blankets for ultimate comfort.

I had both a feathery soft pillow and a memory foam pillow complete with Polaris branding. And, in addition to the standard airplane blanket that everyone received on a flight, I also got a Saks Fifth Avenue comforter.

Needless to say, it was quite luxurious.



As I lowered my seat to the lay flat position, I snuggled up with the Saks Fifth Avenue comforter. I was asleep in no time.

Luckily, I'm able to sleep on planes, though I usually do find myself with a strain in my neck when I wake up. After this snooze, I felt refreshed. In retrospect, it may have been even more comfortable than my own bed.



After a few hours of sleep, it was again time to eat. The final meal before landing was an option of pizza or chicken ragout with gnocchi and mixed vegetables. I picked the Gnocci; while it wasn't as outstanding as the short rib, it was quite flavorful.



An hour and a half later, we touched down in Newark. I really didn't want the flight to end.

All in all, I had a great experience in United's Polaris class.

Even though my fare was more expensive than I typically like to pay, it was well worth it with the upgrade. The small touches made the time fly by and I really didn't want to get off the plane.

While I loved having my own area, it would have been nice to be able to close off the pod for a bit of privacy. It felt as though there should have been a door or block to slide over, but there wasn't.

The next time I book a flight on a Polaris plane, I'll definitely be tempted to pay for the upgrade if it costs a couple hundred dollars and I have to feel refreshed upon arrival — even if my status doesn't earn it for me. 



11 ways to check how emotionally intelligent you are

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  • Emotional intelligence is more important than ever. It's one of the top 10 in-demand work skills, and it's only going to become more prominent.
  • However, many "frontline leaders" fall short on communication abilities, which usually come with high emotional intelligence.
  • You can gauge your emotional intelligence, and work on deepening it, by asking yourself these 11 questions.
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To prepare for the workplace of the future, workers should start thinking about building up their emotional intelligence now.

According to the World Economic Forum's The Future of Jobs Report 2018, emotional intelligence (EQ) is currently a top 10, in-demand work skill desired by most employers globally (coming in at No. 7).

By 2022, EQ will see a particular increase in demand relative to its current prominence today. However, not everyone is prepared. Research by Development Dimensions International (DDI) found that more than 50 percent of "frontline leaders" fell short in their communication abilities.

While a leader's cognitive ability (IQ) is required for the intellectual traits of the job, EQ paves the way for the communication skills necessary to successfully drive execution and inspire people to better outcomes. And many leaders are not ready.

The future of work is human and relational. And the bigger opportunity for leadership development lies in teaching future leaders that soft-skills are now the real hard-skills required to move forward in the age of machine learning and artificial intelligence.

11 questions to gauge your emotional intelligence

Whether you're a front-line worker in a customer-facing role or in any managerial capacity, you may want to know where you stand against the high bar of emotional intelligence.

Answer the questions below to evaluate yourself in relation to eleven chosen behaviors of high emotional intelligence.

SEE ALSO: 5 meaningful examples of emotional intelligence at work

1. Empathy

Do you have the capacity to understand or feel what another person is experiencing from within his or her frame of reference?



2. Self-awareness

Do you seek honest feedback from others in a caring, trusting environment?



3. Curiosity

Are you driven to want to be your best by learning new things, growing, and improving?



4. Focus

When things around going wrong, are you able to differentiate between real problems and distractions in order to stay focused on what really matters?



5. Belief

Do you believe that the people and things in your life are there for a reason — that everything will ultimately work out for good?



6. Optimism

Do you choose to live each day by having a positive outlook and seeing the glass half-full?



7. Adaptability

Are you able to recognize when to stay the course, and when it's time for a change? In other words, when one strategy is not working, do you evaluate and determine if something else will work?



8. Servant-leadership

Besides focusing on your own success, do you also maintain a strong desire for wanting to see the people around you succeed?



9. Confidence

Are you comfortable with who you are, regardless of whether anyone is stroking your ego?



10. Forgiveness

When others have wronged you, are you able to forgive and forget, and move on?



11. Commitment

Do you keep agreements make a habit of keeping your word — in things big and small?




How to attach a file in an iPhone email using the new format bar in Mail with iOS 13, or in the Gmail app

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Apple offers multiple avenues to help you get the most out of email on your iPhone, including a few different ways to attach files to emails from your iPhone.

Here's how to do it using two of the most common iPhone apps — Apple's Mail app, which your iPhone comes equipped with, and Gmail, Google's third-party app that you can download in order to easily access its popular email platform.

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How to attach a file to an iPhone email in the Mail app

With every iOS update, there's yet another way Apple nudges us to be more productive in email.

The latest includes a new format bar, a user-friendly feature that makes it easy to add attachments to emails. 

Here's how to do it: 

1. Open the "Mail" app on your iPhone.

2. In the bottom right corner, press the square and pen icon to compose a new email.

3. When your cursor is in the body of the email field, you'll see a grey bar appear, much like texting. On the far right, next to the suggested words and phrases to start your email, there will be a backwards arrow sign. Tap it.

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4. Tapping the arrow will pull up a range of email attachment options, including photos, documents, and even the option to attach a sketch or drawing.

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How to attach a file to an iPhone email in the Gmail app

1. Download the Gmail app if you haven't already, which you can find in the App Store.

2. Open Gmail. Tap the colorful "+" icon to compose a new email. 

3. The paper clip icon is what you'll tap to initiate the attachment process, located in the top right corner. 

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4. Several options will pop up for you to easily grab a file from your Camera Roll, Recent Attachments, or Google Drive.

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How to turn on Location Services on a Mac computer, for using apps like Maps, Weather, and more

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  • You can turn on location services on a Mac to share the computer's location using its IP address.
  • Your Mac's Location Services are needed for select websites and applications to work more efficiently, and are essential for Apple apps such as Maps and Find My Mac.
  • Your location can be shared with certain sites and applications while being withheld from others.
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Many websites and applications need to use your Mac's location to function at their best. While your Mac doesn't have a GPS, location can be determined from Wi-Fi based on your IP address. You simply have to ensure Location Services are turned on.

From Maps to Weather, to locating the nearest store or restaurant, there are many benefits to enabling your Mac's location services. 

It is especially invaluable for things such as Find My Mac, which tracks your Mac in case it is misplaced or even stolen. 

On the other hand, if you have privacy concerns and want to disable your location, you can also use Location Services to turn it off. 

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How to turn on Location Services on a Mac

1. Click on the Apple symbol in the upper left corner.

2. Click on "System Preferences."

3. Click on "Security & Privacy" in the top row.

4. Click on the "Privacy" tab.

5. Click on the padlock icon in the bottom corner of the window. You will be asked to authenticate by entering your computer ID and password.

6. Once you've entered your information, you will be able to toggle and adjust Location Services.

How to turn on Location Services on a Mac

7. Check the box next to "Enable Location Services."

8. You have now turned on your Mac's location services. 

9. If you want to turn location services off, you would follow the above steps, click the padlock and then uncheck the box next to "Enable Location Services."

10. From this menu, you can also select which apps or services are able to use your Mac's location. 

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How to add words to your iPhone dictionary with Text Replacement, so your iPhone automatically recognizes them when you type

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  • You can add words to your iPhone dictionary using Text Replacement.
  • When you add words to Text Replacement, your iPhone will recognize them and no longer autocorrect these words to something else.
  • You can also add shortcuts so that your iPhone can recognize and autofill certain words or phrases, expanding your iPhone's vocabulary. 
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Maybe it's those four-letter words that your iPhone is constantly censoring to keep your messages PG-13, or perhaps it's the unique name of your dog or company.

Either way, we all know the frustration when your iPhone refuses to recognize that the word you're trying to spell out is actually how you want the word to appear.

Fortunately, Apple offers a solution for its iPhone users: Text Replacement. 

If you're constantly baffled by your iPhone wrongly "correcting" you when typing, the Text Replacement feature is a way to manually add any commonly-used words to your iPhone's repertoire.

Here are the five simple steps to use Text Replacement to expand your iPhone's texting lingo:

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How to add words to your iPhone dictionary using Text Replacement

1. Open your iPhone's Settings app.

2. Scroll down to and tap "General."

3. Open "Keyboards."

4. Tap "Text Replacement," then the "+" sign in the top right corner.

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5. You can now add any words that you want your iPhone to recognize. You can also add shortcuts that will autofill the desired phrase as you type. 

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Once you've added your commonly used words and their shortcuts, you'll finally have Apple's autocorrect feature working for you — rather than against you.

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The Bialetti Mini Express is a $30 stovetop espresso maker that's the next best option if you don't want a big machine — here's why

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  • Bialetti has been making stovetop espresso makers since the dawn of the ages, at least where we're concerned.
  • The brand offers all shapes and sizes, but the Mini Express (1-Cup or 2-Cup) will get you the closest to thick, rich espresso from a machine.
  • Tiny, stowable, and dare we say cute, the Mini Express is very little skin off your nose ($20-$30), and even less space on your countertop.

If you're not familiar with stovetop espresso makers, know at least this: They are as close as you'll get to true espresso (which is Italian for "expressed," or simply "pressed") coffee from a motorized machine, which is made using, yes, you guessed it, pressure. The finer the grind, the more pressure required to push water through it, and the richer and foamier the product.

But there's a limit, especially with a stovetop espresso maker. It has no motor generating pressure, just steam in a water-filled chamber heated atop your stove. Too fine or tightly packed, your grounds will burn, or water won't be able to seep through at all (which will also, in effect, burn the ground). Just right — finely ground but not powdered, and evenly but loosely packed in the funnel — and, well, see for yourself.

On the stovetop

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Now, I could have done a little better above, but not much. To boot, this is espresso, or caffè crema, almost as good as it gets. I like the 2-Cup because I've managed to get twice the foam, and it's good for having company.

Even after testing espresso machines for months on end, and fiending over them for several years on my own, one thing you'll never catch me complaining about is when a Bialetti Moka Pot is my only device at hand. Sure, there's probably a bit of nostalgia at play, but that's because it works so perfectly well. It also comes everywhere with me, and if I'm camping somewhere I can have a fire, it's how I'll make my morning coffee. In fact, I spent nearly a year camping, and my Bialetti often saw the campfire three to four times a day. Sure, it was charred at the end, and the handle had melted off (I fastened a wooden replacement), but it still did its job.

How to use a stovetop espresso maker, aka Moka Pot

A stovetop espresso machine works with pressure just the way an espresso machine works, but from direct heat, not a powerful steam-driving motor. The heat drives the water in the basin to steam, which then pushes through the funnel (or basket, which holds the grounds) and up through a spout and into the top chamber, and presto: Tip it over and pour it out.

Getting the balance right so that your espresso comes out as, well, espresso, is an art form and a half. You'll find your own way in time, and I'll have my critics here, but this is how I do it:

  • First, pre-boil your water in a kettle. This is optional, but it seems to help with quality, based on my humble experience.
  • While your water is boiling, take apart your espresso pot if you haven't already.
  • Place the basin on a heatproof surface or cloth.
  • Fill the basin with enough near-boiling water to produce the size of the pour you want, plus about a third extra to account for condensation, steam, and absorption into the grounds.
  • Place the funnel in the basin, and spoon in your espresso (not coffee) grounds, lightly patting them down. I usually just give the thing an authoritative tap or two on the counter and even it out with the back of a spoon.
  • Screw on the top, and set the pot on a medium-low heat.
  • Wait for the smell and the sound of that glorious elixir of life to gurgle to the top. The second you hear it passing into the top chamber (that is, up the spout), you can probably kill the heat. Let it sit so that it can finish producing, but not so long so that the crema disappears.
  • Pour away and enjoy, or, if it's burnt, toss it and try again. You'll get it right eventually.

The bottom line

If you're after espresso at home but not looking to spend a couple Benjamins (at the very least), there's hardly any choice other than a Moka Pot. And while Bialetti has seriously dropped off in quality over the years (see the cheap plastic handle, which used to be metal, that I always end up having to replace), the Mini Express just seems to produce the closest thing to what I'm after, which is a thick, bunker fuel-like substance with a comparably thick foam, or crema if you want to get fancy about it. If that gets your blood running, too, look no further.

If you just want a basic stovetop espresso pot and crema isn't your primary concern, I'll point you to Grosche: They're making a much higher-quality pot than Bialetti these days, and the handle is heat resistant (at some point when you leave yours on the stove a tad too long, you'll thank me).

Pros: Easy to produce foam, or crema, stowable, portable

Cons: Cheap parts (particularly plastic handle that melts far too easily)

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We tried Rothy's new 'Chelsea boots' made from recycled water bottles — they're comfortable and machine-washable, though they look and feel more like high-top sneakers

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  • Rothy's, the startup best-known for hyper-comfortable flats made from recycled water bottles, recently launched Chelsea boots from the same material.
  • Rothy's Chelsea Boots ($145) are available in sizes 5-13 and eight colors — from bright white to cheetah print.
  • We tried the shoes before the launch, and while you can find our full reviews below, here's a tiny summary: We would call these shoes high-tops instead of true Chelsea boots, but they're the characteristically comfortable, low-maintenance, sleek footwear you already know and love from Rothy's. If you're planning to snag a pair, we'd recommend ordering at least a half-size up. 

Rothy's — a startup responsible for converting 30 million water bottles into footwear and my subway stop into a parade of brightly colored knit flats — has figured out summer footwear. Their signature material is flexible, breathable, and machine-washable. Its walkable slip-on sneakers and comfortable flats are the kind of shoes you pull on to survive a hot August commute while still looking polished.

Now, Rothy's is firmly planting its newest style into fall footwear territory.

Rothy's new Chelsea Boots ($145) are available in sizes 5-13 and eight colors — from bright white to cheetah print. Like its other offerings, the shoes are sophisticated enough for the office and low-key enough for weekend wear. They're ankle-height, also machine-washable, and have the signature flexible upper and pull-tab for slipping on and off. 

Like other Rothy's footwear, the Chelsea is more than the sum of its parts — but, its parts deserve an honorable mention. 

Rothy's began as a way to turn recycled, single-use plastics into something useful and beautiful. Its signature flexible knit material — which is what the new Chelsea's upper is made out of — is made from repurposed water bottles. In three years, the company has reportedly turned over 30 million plastic bottles otherwise headed for landfills into durable shoes. The outsole is made from vegan, recyclable, carbon-free rubber and TPU. 

Rothy's also offers free shipping and returns to the USA and (for a limited time) free shipping and returns to Canada. 

We tried the shoes before the launch, and while you can find our full reviews below, here's a tiny summary: we would call these shoes high-tops instead of true Chelsea boots, but they're the characteristically comfortable, low-maintenance, sleek footwear you already know and love from Rothy's. If you're planning to snag a pair, we'd recommend ordering at least a half-size up. 

We tried the Rothy's $145 knit Chelsea Boots. Here's what four women thought:

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I'll be totally honest: These shoes are not Chelsea boots. They're high-top sneakers. That said, they're comfortable, sleek, and easy to wear. I didn't experience much rubbing against the ankle, which I had expected to be the shoes' downfall. They're flexible and forgiving, but in my experience, the toe area is a little cramped. As for arch support, there's not terribly much. 

These are great for a day at work if you sit at a desk, or a day out where you're driving and cabbing around, but I wouldn't recommend them for long days of walking. I tried the white pair, and I have to be honest — I'm a little nervous about how dirty they'll get! But, I'm at least comforted knowing I can throw them in the washing machine for a spruce-up if they get dirty.

I'm usually a 7.5, but I got an 8 in these shoes, which was definitely the right call. — Sally Kaplan, Insider Picks editor



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Overall, these are comfortable, breathable, low-maintenance knit shoes that you can wear seamlessly for most — if not all — of your weekly events. They're sleek enough for the office on days when your soul shrivels up at the prospect of something more stuffy, and cool enough for high-waisted jeans and a T-shirt on weeknights or ambling Saturday mornings. Thanks to the flexible upper and pull-tabs, I found myself throwing these on frequently for errands, though they don't have the arch support for a demanding day on your feet. 

As Sally mentioned, they're really more of a high-top sneaker than a Chelsea boot, but that doesn't matter much if you like the look of them. My main piece of advice is to order a half-size up (I wore a 9.5 rather than my standard 9) — especially if you plan to wear them with thick socks in the fall. — Mara Leighton, Insider Picks reporter



Chelsea, $145

I'd never tried Rothy's shoes before this, but I'd often heard the praises of these cool work flats made from recycled plastic. When I was told I'd get to try their new boots, I was very excited. Ultimately, I was surprised to find these really looked more like slip-on high-tops than Chelsea boots, but I wasn't disappointed.

These are super comfortable with a soft upper and supportive insole. The cheetah print is fun, but the colors are still neutral enough that you can easily wear these all the time. If you're not a huge pattern person, these are a good entry into the trend.

I usually am a 7, but I sized up to a 7.5 and am very happy about it. They have enough space to fit a thick sock which I know I'll appreciate when it gets cold out, but not too much that my foot is swimming in space. If you want a classic Chelsea boot, I'd say look elsewhere, but if you want a cool, comfortable high-top sneaker, definitely check these out. — Remi Rosmarin, Insider Picks reporter



Chelsea, $145

For some reason, I had never heard of Rothy's before, so when I looked up the company up and realized they recycle plastic water bottles and other post-consumer materials to make shoes, not only did I think that was a genius idea, but it also accounted for their plastic-like feel. I have horrible bunions, so finding shoes that don't suffocate my feet is always a challenge, but these shoes were flexible and didn't hurt the second I put them on like most shoes do.

I definitely was expecting these Chelsea boots to look more like classic Chelsea boots, but instead they looked more like high-top, slip on Vans in my opinion. At first I wasn't sure if I liked the color, but the mauve grew on me. My shoe size ranges from a 5.5 to 6 and I got these in a size 6 which was perfect.

While these shoes are fairly comfortable, it's really hard for me to find shoes that will be comfortable enough for my weird feet shape. I personally didn't love the material of these shoes, so at the end of the day, I probably wouldn't do any extensive walking in these. — Ciannah Gin, Insider Picks editorial fellow



Pat LaFrieda shares the 8 grill accessories he can't do without, and how to use them

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  • I sat down with Pat LaFrieda, of Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors, on several occasions to grill and discuss the finer points of preparing and cooking meat, and what you need to do it right.
  • We discussed why you need a thermometer, why wooden cutting boards are a bad idea when it comes to meat (or any animal protein) prep, and why electric grills — as well as microwaves — will never cut it.
  • From a $5 cutting board and a $13 spatula to a $1,200 overhead grill, here are the meat man's essential grilling tools.

We sat down with Pat LaFrieda, of the three-generation-old LaFrieda Meats, purveyors of some of the choicest bovine, swine, poultry, and game provisions to the likes of New York City restaurants as The Spotted Pig, Union Square Cafe, Minetta Tavern, and yes, of course, Shake Shack, to grill and to discuss the finer points of preparing and cooking meat, and what you need to do it right.

We learned that, first and foremost, Pat LaFrieda is a fridge-to-grill (or overhead oven) guy. And there is any number of ways to cook meat, but make no two ways about this much: You've got to have the right tools for the job.

That fancy walnut cutting board your mother-in-law gave you for Christmas? Save it for your cheese and crudité plates, lest you want it crawling with all sorts of pathogen-laden microbes. Using your thumb to gauge the done-ness of your meat? Guess again. Maybe, just maybe, if you spend all day in a kitchen cooking steaks for a living, then have at it. But for the rest of us? Just go with the thermometer. They won't break the bank, they're foolproof, and you won't look like an utter dope the next time you plop down a still-bleeding hunk of cow at a dinner party after your discerning guests (trust me, they're all discerning) discussed to exhaustion and agreed that they wanted the thing medium-rare in the middle and medium on the edges.

Then there are the absolutely imperative do-nots. Do not, for example, pepper your steak before cooking: Olive oil and salt is all you need. Pepper will burn during your sear, and you'll ruin it. Put it on after you've pulled your steak from the fire. And once you do remove it from its heat source (grills are always best, according to LaFrieda, and cast iron is king indoors, but be ready for a smoked-out kitchen), place it on a resting rack, not on a plate to get all soggy in its own juices, until it reaches the right internal temperature and/or you're ready to slice it — for which you'll want a butcher's knife.

And, lastly, if you know you're not going to eat the whole steak right then and there, "Make sure the meat is very rare to begin with ... make sure you refrigerate the rarest parts so when you reheat it that it's not overcooked. And keep it out of the microwave for crying out loud. Stovetop."

There you have it, my meat-eating brethren. Read on for Pat's favorite grilling tools.

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A chef's knife

Korin's Togiharu Inox Steel Gyutou, available at Amazon, $108

"My favorite chef's knife, which I've cut myself with more times than I can remember is from Korin. It's Japanese, so the blade is on one side, and it cuts with precision."

(Author's note: LaFrieda also recommends and uses Victorinox.)



A thin plastic cutting board

Dexas Grippmat Flexible Cutting Board, set of 4, available at Amazon, $19.99 (LaFrieda suggests any brand, but we like these)

"The thinner, almost disposable boards — those are amazing. Forget about the thick wooden boards that you get dirty, and you can't [properly] clean. The plastic ones that you can just toss right into the dishwasher are the best, and safest."

(Author's note: We like these cutting boards from Dexas because you can color-code them so you don't cross-contaminate foods during prep.)



A spatula that won't melt

OXO 16" Grilling Turner with Serrated Side, available at OXO, $12.99

"You know how you're not supposed to use a fork because you're puncturing the meat? A spatula that can take the 400 degrees. It's got to be strong, and it can't have the plastic handle in the front. Finding those is harder than it seems: I like that brand OXO." 

(Author's note: Okay, so Pat's right: Finding a grilling spatula without any plastic on it is a chore, but this spatula has a minimal amount of it, and it shouldn't melt while you're tending to your steaks.)



An overhead broiler that reaches 1,500 degrees Fahrenheit

Otto Wilde OFB (Over-Fired Broiler), available at Williams-Sonoma, $1,195.95

"I've had every grill company in the world come to me to represent or endorse their product in some way, and I've never felt comfortable doing that because we don't just slap our name on anything. This thing is the size of a toaster oven; what are you going to do with that? Then I thought, wait: It cooks about four steaks at once, it's the size of a toaster oven … Then I'm thinking about grilling and going, 'Wait: That's genius, that's genius.'

"The fact that it gets as hot as it gets in that short amount of time is really cool. It is mesmerizing to watch. Do you know how many times I've [taken] slo-mo [footage of it] on my iPhone? And you're able to see the color changing.

"My father who doesn't cook ... all he does is talk about the Otto Wilde, and he can't wait to go home and cook a steak, and that's a guy who never cooks."

Read our review of the Otto Wilde OFB.



A thermometer (wired for the oven)

OXO Digital Leave-In Thermometer, available at OXO, $44.99

"I have no thermometer brand in particular, but if I'm cooking something in the oven, I like the ones that have the long cable so that you don't have to open the oven to see: This whole thing about 'if you touch it, and it feels like your cheek,' … I never got that.

"Stick a thermometer in the center where it's toughest and where the bone is. If it's 125 [degrees], I'm taking it out. If you rest it for more than 2 minutes, then it's going to continue to cook through. Slice it at two minutes, and the cooking procedure ends. The moment you cut through a steak, the resting period is over. No juices get redistributed through the product. The exterior temperatures are equaling the interior temperatures. That's just physics. [This is what] gets you a nice sear and one solid color throughout."

(If you're not using the oven, Pat says any old thing that works will do. Just make sure to place it in the thickest point of your meat, or nearest to the bone if it's a bone-in cut. Here's a Bluetooth-equipped one we reviewed if you want to get fancy.)



A butcher's knife

Korin Special Inox Black Handle, available at Amazon, $138-$278 (depending on size)

"I think that when you're done, you need to have the right knife. It's not a chef's knife; it's a butcher's knife. Before you get to that point when you pull your product out, it needs to go onto a board."

(Author's note: LaFrieda also recommends and uses Victorinox knives.)



A cooling, or resting, rack

CIA 23304 Masters Collection Wire Cooling Rack, available at Amazon, $14.73

"You don't want the meat to rest in its own juices. Whatever's going to fall, let it fall. Now you're steaming the steak again. What we've worked so hard to do, we're now going to lose."

(Author's note: The CIA Masters Collection Cooling Rack is our top pick in our guide to the best cooling racks.)



A good sauce, if only from time to time

Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors' Butcher's Reserve Steak Sauce, available at Amazon, $5.95

Raoul's Steak au Poivre, N/A (we're working on it)

"I love sauces. They bring a different dimension to something that I've eaten most likely plain for most of my life.

"Mine's a little sweet, and it's got a lot of reduced balsamic and sautéed Vidalia onions, which you can use as a marinade. If you just use it for steaks, a little bit goes a long way because it has that potency of the balsamic and the sweet Vidalia. My whole life I've been eating steak au poivre from Raoul's."

(Editor's note: Unfortunately, we can't find or buy Raoul's Steak au Poivre recipe, but we're working to send Owen deep undercover into Raoul's in SoHo to uncover this highly coveted recipe for all the world to share. In the meantime, Pat's sauce, as well as this 1950s recipe from Epicurious, should do.)



Austin's homeless crisis is so dire, a nonprofit built an $18 million tiny home village to get the chronically homeless off the streets. Take a look inside Community First Village.

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  • On the east side of Austin, Texas, 180 formerly homeless residents live in 200-square-foot tiny homes at Community First Village.
  • They pay rent that averages about $300 a month, go to work thanks to on-site employment opportunities, and feed off of a 2-acre farm.
  • The village is the brainchild of founder Alan Graham, who spent years serving the city's homeless before pooling $18 million in privately-donated funds to construct Community First in 2015.
  • It's not the first tiny home village used to house homeless populations in the US, but it is still unique in its concept.
  • As the name implies, the project takes a community-first — a spinoff of the housing-first term— approach to create a sense of community amongst residents.
  • "There's a philosophy that if we build housing and then put people in housing, that that mitigates the problem," Graham told Business Insider. But he said it takes more than just homes.
  • Take a look inside the tiny home community.
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SEE ALSO: San Francisco residents bought boulders to deter homeless people on their block. The city says the rocks weren't big enough.

On a sunny Thursday morning in Austin, Texas, Robin Draper is scurrying across Community First Village preparing tiny homes for their new, soon-to-be-formerly-homeless tenants.



The 27-acre village houses the most vulnerable of the capital city's homeless population, and in an hour more will come off the streets and move into their approximately 200-square-foot abodes.



Draper fiddles with a pot of flowers under a windowsill and neatly organizes the incoming residents' toiletries, food, and other items in the home.



She can relate to the new residents that are moving in — Draper was homeless for years, weaving in and out of rehab centers and housing services before becoming a resident and staff member at Community First.



"It was so hard to be homeless," Draper said. "You had to do everything. You had to hustle for everything — shoes, socks. I mean it was just brutal."



The Community First project has been ushering in a portion of Austin's chronic homeless population into homes on its property in East Austin since 2015.



Austin has seen rapid growth in recent years, especially in the tech sector, and an increase in housing prices has helped spur a rise in homelessness.

Source: Business Insider



According to a KVUE Austin report, the homeless population grew from 6,232 to 7,992 between 2013 and 2018 at a rate of 28.2%. That's more than double the rate that the city's overall population grew during that time.

Source: KVUE



Austin's rise in homelessness is comparable to San Francisco's — another city known for its urban homeless crisis — where homelessness rose by about 30% since 2017.

Source: The San Francisco Chronicle



Alan Graham, Community First founder and CEO of its Christian-based parent organization, Mobile Loaves and Fishes, picked up on that urgency after years of serving Austin's homeless community prior to launching Community First Village.



And while he told Business Insider that affordable housing, living wages, mental health issues, and drug and alcohol addiction are all very real factors included in the conversation surrounding homelessness, there's another source of trauma that is to blame.



"We believe that the single greatest cause of homelessness is a profound, catastrophic loss of family," Graham said.



Every person that the organization has moved off of the streets of Austin has come from some kind of traumatic family background, Graham said, which means that providing food and shelter is important, but addressing a need for genuine human connection is the key.



"Until we connect those dots, the transactional things that we try to do to solve the unsolvable is putting a Band Aid on a carotid artery, in my humble opinion," Graham said.



So the innovative project takes a community-first — a spinoff of the housing-first term — approach to helping its residents exit homelessness for good.



The entire project, from the village layout to its housing structure to its on-site programs and employment opportunities, is designed to foster a sense of community amongst its residents.



"What we say is that we built a 250-bedroom, $18 million mansion," Graham said.



The fact that residents all share similar life experiences, with many having struggled with trauma, mental health issues, drug and alcohol abuse, also helps each other heal and cope, Graham said.



And it seems to be working — Draper said there's about an 87% retention rate in the village.



On top of that, deep-pocketed donors believe in the vision — the $18 million needed for the initial build came from privately-donated funds. The same goes for the village's annual operating costs, which Graham said clock in at $6 million.

Source: People



Graham said that there's no government funding involved, which frees Community First of certain governmental requirements that are usually tied up in housing projects for the homeless in the US.



But Graham said national leaders have been among the visitors that have ventured to witness the Community First model for themselves, which Graham said is part of the grand vision of the village: to pass on that information in hopes that the community concept could be replicated elsewhere.



"The goal is to teach — our goal is to let people know that there are other ways to deal with this," Graham said.



There are about 180 residents and a number of what are called Missionals — on-site Christian missionaries serving the residents — living amongst each other in around 240 units, most of which are tiny homes and some are RVs.



Graham counts himself among the village's residents — he and his wife, who also works full-time on the site, sold their home in an affluent West Austin neighborhood to move into the village.



Each home costs on average anywhere from $25,000 to $40,000 to build, Thomas Aitchison, the communications director for Mobile Loaves and Fishes, told Business Insider.



The residents have their "bedroom," or home, and can reach their bathroom "down the hallway" (there's no plumbing in the tiny homes) by walking a short distance down the road to one of the five communal restroom and shower facilities.



There's a "media room," or outdoor movie theatre, up toward the front of the property where residents and the public can view movie screenings.



There's an art studio for residents and Missionals to sculpt, paint, draw, and potter.



And communal kitchens and laundry units are scattered throughout the neighborhood.



Two acres of organic gardens provide fresh produce that's given to residents at regular farmer's markets within the community.



"I call it the better-than-Whole-Foods department," Aitchison said.



And hundreds of volunteers come out weekly to help out with whatever needs tending to, Aitchison said.



Local support and involvement have proven to be an important element in the village's success so far, Graham said.



About 10 or so tiny homes along the front edge of the village are listed on Airbnb for rent to allow the public the opportunity to visit and experience for themselves what the village is like — and to interact with the residents, Aitchison said.



The rentals back up to the outdoor movie theatre. The cinema company Alamo Drafthouse donated the screen and equipment used for regular movie showings.



Pro-bono lawyers in the area visit to help residents prepare their end-of-life documents. Aitchison said most residents legally opt to be laid to rest in what is called a columbarium.



It's where residents can choose to have their cremated remains interred when they die. It stands in a central location in the village.



Stylists from a local mom-and-pop hair salon visit the property regularly to receive residents as clients in an on-site barbershop.



And local philanthropist and billionaire John Paul DeJoria — the mastermind behind the Paul Mitchell empire — donates his top-notch hair products to the salon for stylists to use when residents come in for service.



DeJoria also recently donated a whopping $1.6 million to the village's Phase II expansion that will see 300 more residents move into the village.



Six of those new homes will be built by Austin startup Icon, which constructs 3D-printed homes that Icon cofounder Evan Loomis told Business Insider can be completed in about 27 hours.



DeJoria's donation will specifically be funneled into the construction of a new building that will serve as the Entrepreneurial Hub of the village's existing Community Works program.



Through it, residents can sell handcrafted goods, like jewelry, woodwork, ironwork, and other items. Residents receive 100% of the profit from the sales of the goods they craft.



It's all part of the village's broader goal of providing residents with an avenue to rediscover a sense of purpose in life and a way to earn what the folks at Community First call a "dignified income."



Resident Ute Dittemer's paintings are some of the most well-known pieces of art on the property.



She told Business Insider that she sells some of her paintings for around $80 through the Community Works program and overall makes good profit from them.



Dittemer said she didn't receive academic training for her art. She's entirely self-taught, having picked up a paintbrush long before she became homeless.



A German native, she moved to the US in 2005. She and her husband experienced homelessness before getting involved in the Community First project.



"They should make it a requirement that everybody in the US has to be homeless for at least six months," Dittemer said. "You would see how fast it would be eliminated."



The on-site auto shop, which is open to the public, works similarly to the Community Works program in that it gives residents an easily-accessible place of employment.



Bennie Parks, aged 52, works in the garage two days out of the week performing oil changes and car inspections, among other services.



Parks said he first became homeless after a bad divorce from his wife years ago. He said he struggled with drug use and drug dealing as well. But about a year ago, he said he was accepted into the Community First program and moved into the village.



Depending on the hours, mechanics can earn up to $1,500 a month working in the on-site auto shop — and it gives Parks regular access to a lifelong joy of his: cars.



"It was like finally, you know, I've got someplace to go and lay my head down — I can start being a human being again," Parks said.



That second chance has been afforded to many of the residents that live here.



Draper may be one of the best examples of that.



Draper said she was homeless for years and struggled with alcohol and drug abuse while living on the streets of first Houston and then Austin.



But she said she officially got off the streets in 2009, the same year she got into the Community First project.



She worked as a contractor in the village before becoming such an integral part of the community that she moved onto the property as a Missional with her nine-year-old daughter, Avery.



They live in an olive green-painted home with a cat, a rabbit, and a dog named Scruffy.



The efforts made by Graham and his organization to house and serve the homeless haven't come without some pushback.



Graham said the city of Austin has always been supportive of the project's mission, but some nearby residents felt otherwise.



"We always came up against the 'not in my backyard' movement — and that's a killer," Graham said, referring to a national sentiment among some who wish to keep housing for the homeless and lower-income folk away from their neighborhoods.

Source: The New York Times



In April 2008, the city of Austin unanimously voted to grant Graham a long term ground lease on a 17-acre campsite where the city's homeless could live in tent shelters, Graham said.



That's how Draper met Graham — he invited her to live on the campground, which isn't far from where Community First Village is now located.



But then at a neighborhood meeting, angry residents not wanting that kind of project near them were in an uproar over the 17-acre ground lease.



"We were assaulted and spit on," Graham said. He had to be escorted out of the meeting by police, and the proposal for the ground lease was suspended.



It took four more years for Graham to find a new piece of land, but he said he eventually closed on the property that is now Community First Village.



And this time residents would live in tiny homes instead of tents. Ground officially broke on the site in October 2014.



"It's totally different out here because we have an office and property manager and there are rules," Draper said. "This is a different scenario."



Graham said the people moving into the village have to fit a certain criteria: unaccompanied, no children (unless you're a Missional, like Draper,) have to have a disabling condition, and have lived on the streets of Austin for at least one year.



Graham said on average, Community First is capable of onboarding about 10 people a month.



The village is strict on rent payments. Not paying the average $300 in rent is one of the ways a resident will get kicked out of the village, Draper said.



"We love you, and we want you to make it, but if you're not doing your part, then what about the rest of the community?" Draper said.



Partaking in drugs and alcohol though is permitted, provided that you do it in the privacy of your home.



But Graham said residents are expected to behave civilly, and there are still efforts to aggressively minimize the amount of drugs that enter the community.



Draper said that her past drug and alcohol use is behind her.



She works in the community, spends time with her neighbors, and every other weekend, she visits her partner of 13 years in jail.



He's currently in prison serving a two-year term for a DWI.



Draper said that she hopes her partner can move into the village sometime in the future — especially to spend more time with Avery, who is his daughter with Draper.



On the day we met with Draper, she said she was hoping to hear news about a shortened jail sentence for him, who'd been imprisoned since February.



"I think today might be a good day for us," Draper said.




Legendary horse trainer Bob Baffert, who's trained 5 Kentucky Derby winners and 2 Triple Crown champions, says he's so successful because he never takes vacations

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Bob Baffert is one of the most prominent figures in American horse racing.

The Hall of Fame trainer has coached two Triple Crown winners, Justify and American Pharoah, as well as three other Kentucky Derby winners. Baffert trains horses for owners that include the Sheikh Mohammed of Dubai and the Magnier family of Coolmore farm in Ireland, one of the world's premier thoroughbred breeding farms. He was inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 2009.

Throughout his 40-year thoroughbred training career, Baffert has trained horses that have earned more than $292 million in purse winnings, according to Equibase.

At the Keeneland September yearling sale in Lexington, Kentucky, where buyers from 26 countries dropped more than $360 million on 2,855 one-year-old horses, Baffert told Business Insider that he attributes some of his success to pure luck. But the rest of it comes down to the sheer time he puts into his work, he says.

"I work hard at it seven days a week," Baffert said. "I don't take vacations."

For Baffert, the rationale is simple.

"If you want to play at this top level, you have to stay with it," Baffert said. "But I don't have a problem with it because I love what I'm doing. I get to work with horses, be around them, you know. When you love horses as much as I do, you want to be around them. I mean, you can't beat it." 

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Baffert's claim that he never takes vacations doesn't seem to be an exaggeration. 

He and his wife, Jill Baffert, never took a honeymoon after their marriage in 2002, Tom Pedulla reported for the Times. 

"We would never take a vacation because we could go somewhere physically, but Bob's mind would never go," Jill Baffert told The New York Times in 2012. "He would always be at work."

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Baffert might not take vacations, but studies have shown that breaks are good for workers' health and well-being

Multiple studies have shown that taking vacation is good for workers' health and well-being, and that overworking can lead to health problems. Researchers who studied work habits of more than 600,000 people in the US, UK, and Australia found that those who work more than 55 hours per week were 33% more likely to suffer a stroke and 13% more likely to have a heart attack than those who work between 35 and 40 hours per week.

Taking vacations can even improve productivity. The respite of taking time off can increase work performance by as much as 80%, researcher Mark Rosekind of Alertness Solutionstold CNN.

Baffert had a heart attack in 2012 at age 59, after which he reportedly started exercising regularly and eating less red meat. But according to The New York Times, he remained "unwilling to break from a work schedule that never ends."

Baffert has been caught up in a horse racing doping scandal in recent weeks after the Times reported that Justify, the second horse Baffert-trained horse tow in the Triple Crown, Justify failed a drug test weeks before claiming the victory in 2018. The California Horse Racing Board is accused of dropping the case instead of immediately reporting the failed test, which would have disqualified Justify. 

Through his attorney, Baffert has said the failed drug test was due to "environmental contamination."In a statement to CNN via his attorney, Baffert said he "unequivocally reject[s] any implication" that the drug, scopolamine, was ever intentionally given to Justify or any of his horses, and said he had no influence on any decisions made by the horse racing board.

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How to screenshare on a Mac computer, to make presentations and projects easier

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  • You can screenshare on a Mac to quickly share your screen in numerous ways, which can be especially useful when coordinating a project or sharing a presentation.
  • You can screenshare from one Mac to another Mac easily using macOS X.
  • Once your screen is shared, there are numerous adjustments you can make to maximize the effectiveness of this tool.
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Macs allow Screen Sharing, which is a great tool for everything from collaborating on projects to troubleshooting a friend's computer. 

The opportunity to either view or even scroll through a partner's computer is easy as long as permissions for Screen Sharing have been given. 

If the Macs use the same iCloud account, it's especially easy to share. Once Screen Sharing is activated, the interface makes it easy to navigate.

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How to screenshare on a Mac computer

1. Click on the Apple symbol in the upper left corner.

2. Click on "System Preferences."

3. Click on "Sharing" in the middle row.

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4. Check the box next to "Screen Sharing" in the column on the right.

5. Your computer will now be identifiable by other users on your network in their Finder.

6. On the other computer, open Finder. Your computer's name  should show up in the sidebar — in this example it shows up as "Ryan's MacBook Pro".

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7. You can also connect by using your Mac's vnc number. Whoever is looking to access your shared screen simply has to type in the number provided in your Screen Sharing screen, or "vnc://###.###.#.###/". Next, their Mac will ask if they want to turn on Screen Sharing. 

8. Click on "Connect."

9. If you're both logged in using the same Apple ID, it will share automatically. If not, they will be asked to enter the username and the password for the Mac being shared.

How to edit your sharing display

1. Once you're sharing the other screen, Screen Sharing will show up in your Dock — it will look like two square glass panels on top of each other.

2. Click on "Screen Sharing" if it's not already up. 

3. Scroll down and click "Preferences."

4. The first setting you can adjust is size, which is relevant if the Macs are different sizes. Scale will make the shared screen fit the screen with which it's being shared. "Show full size" means it may reach beyond the boundaries.

5. The second setting has to do with scrolling. This may take some playing around with to figure out which is most efficient for your display. You can choose from the following settings:

  • Scroll when the cursor reaches an edge.
  • Scroll continuously with the cursor.
  • Scroll only when the scroll bars are adjusted.

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How to set your View options

1. Start a Screen Sharing session using the steps above.

2. In Screen Sharing options along the top, click "View."

3. You will now have several options:

  • Turn Scaling off (or on) so that you have the option to either have the shared screen fit your screen or display it full size, which may require scrolling to see the rest of the screen.
  • Switch to Observe mode and you will be able to see the shared screen, but not perform any tasks. This is usually ideal for sharing a presentation. 
  • Control mode will allow you to control the shared screen.
  • Adaptive Quality is useful when the usage of multiple screens and connections slows down the interaction. Adaptive will adjust for slower networks.
  • Full Quality will display at a better resolution, but is only recommended when connected to a fast network.
  • Select Enter Full Screen to have the shared screen take over your display. To access the Toolbar, move your cursor to the top of the screen.

4. You can also choose to show your Toolbar or customize it. 

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Video shows a climate protester climbing on top of a plane and laying down at London City Airport

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  • A climate protester climbed on top of an airplane at London City Airport on Monday, part of a wave of protests around the city.
  • The protester, who identified himself as Paralympian James Brown, live-streamed a video as he sat on top of the plane waiting to be removed by police.
  • Another video was live-streamed by protest organization Extinction Rebellion, showing Brown sitting and laying on top of the plane.
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An Extinction Rebellion protester climbed on top of a British Airways jet at London City Airport on Monday, lying down until police and firefighters came to pull him down.

The protester, identified by Extinction Rebellion as James Brown, a Paralympian, live-streamed a video on Facebook as he climbed on top of the Embraer jet.

 

"I hate heights, I'm s******* myself," he said in the video. "This is all about the climate and ecological crisis."

Another video posted by Extinction Rebellion UK showed Brown sitting and then laying down on top of the plane.

The stunt was part of several days of protests throughout London, including at London City Airport. Earlier in the day, police arrested people blocking the airport entrances or gluing themselves to the floor, according to BBC.

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Dame Cressida Dick described the action as "reckless, stupid and dangerous," BBC reported.

Another protester on an Aer Lingus flight to Dublin stood up shortly after the plane pushed back from the gate and walked up and down the aisle, talking about climate change, BBC reported. The plane returned to the gate and police removed the protester.

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How to add links to your YouTube video descriptions on desktop or mobile

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  • To add a link to your YouTube video descriptions, you'll need to go through your account's Creator Studio.
  • Adding links to YouTube video descriptions is a great way to credit your research and music sources, to cite who helped you make the video, or to advertise your own website.
  • You can add links to your description on both desktop and in the YouTube mobile app.
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If you've spent any amount of time on YouTube, you know that nearly every video is accompanied by a description. This is the text that's directly underneath the username of who uploaded the video. Most people use it to give the video context, or explain why it was made.

If you're looking to credit those who helped you make the video, give your viewers a link to check out more content, or just advertise a website, you can add a link to your YouTube descriptions.

You can do this easily on a desktop, or using the YouTube mobile app for iPhone and Android.

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How to add a link to your YouTube video description on desktop

1. Upload your video to Youtube.

2. Once it's up, click your profile picture in the top-right corner of the page.

3. In the menu that opens, click "YouTube Studio," or "YouTube Studio (beta)."

4. A new page will open, with a summary of your videos. In the sidebar on the left, click "Videos."

5. Click the title of the video you want to edit to be brought to its details. This should be the page where you edit the video's title and description.

6. Copy the full URL that you want to link to, and then paste it into the YouTube video description box. Make sure to hit "Save" afterwards.

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7. YouTube should automatically make the text into a URL on the video's description. Watch the video and open its description to make sure.

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How to add a link to your YouTube video description in the mobile app

1. Open the YouTube app.

2. Navigate to your video, but don't open it. You can do this by searching for it, by opening a link you've sent to yourself, or by just tapping "Library" at the bottom of the screen and selecting "My videos" on the page that opens up.

3. Tap the three dots to the right side of your video's title and thumbnail.

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4. Tap "Edit" from the options menu that opens.

5. A page will come up where you can edit your description, title, and more. Copy and paste the URL into the description field.

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6. Tap "Save" in the top-right corner.

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How to block emails on a Samsung Galaxy S10, or send unwanted emails directly to spam

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  • You can block emails on a Samsung Galaxy S10 in a few different ways. 
  • If you use the default Email app or Outlook, you can't block senders, but you can mark them as spam, which automatically sends further emails to the spam folder.
  • If you use the Gmail app, you can block senders, which prevents further emails from arriving on your phone at all. 
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Getting all of your email on your phone is a double-edged sword. 

Despite the convenience, you need to contend with spam and unwanted messages crowding your mobile inbox. 

Luckily, you can take back control of your phone's email by blocking email from senders you don't want to see. 

Not all mobile email apps have a command to actually "block" emails, but for those which don't, you can accomplish essentially the same thing with the spam filter. 

Rather than blocking emails at the server, you'll still get emails flagged as spam, but they'll go directly to your spam folder. 

Here's how to do that, effectively blocking emails, on your Samsung Galaxy S10

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How to block emails on a Samsung Galaxy S10 in the Email app

If you use the default Email app on your Galaxy S10, relegating senders to spam – and therefore blocking additional messages from that address in your inbox – is simple. 

1. Start the Email app and open an email from a sender you want to block.

2. Tap the three dots at the top right of the screen.

3. Tap "Mark as spam."

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How to block emails on a Samsung Galaxy S10 in the Gmail app

If you use the Gmail app on your Galaxy S10, you have two choices. 

You can block a sender outright, or you can "mute" emails from that sender in a specific thread, which immediately archives all new emails related to that message. 

1. Start the Gmail app and open an email from a sender you want to block.

2. If you want to block the sender and never see additional emails from that person or company, tap the three dots to the right of the sender's name and then tap "Block [sender's name]" in the dropdown menu. 

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3. If you want to keep getting emails from the sender but don't want to see messages related to a particular thread or subject in your inbox, tap the three dots at the top of the screen on a message, and in the pop-up menu, scroll down to tap "Mute."

How to block emails on a Samsung Galaxy S10 in Outlook

Outlook, like the Email app, doesn't have a "block" command, but you can use the spam control to keep emails from specific senders out of your inbox. 

1. Start the Outlook app.

2. Open an email from a sender you want to block.

3. Tap the three dots at the top of the screen and, in the pop-up menu, tap "Move to spam."

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