Rick's Daily Tips

Rick’s Daily Pick: 10X Magnifying Glass with Light and Stand

Posted on January 5, 2026

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My “Pick” for today is this incredibly handy 10X Magnifying Glass with Light and Stand.

Do you occasionally (or even frequently) work with items that are very small and/or difficult to see with the naked eye?

This is perfect for getting a close-up, lighted view of tiny print, really small parts or most anything else that needs magnification. And you can use it hands-free.

Click here to check out the 10X Magnifying Glass with Light and Stand at Amazon.

Picture of the Day: “Oh, Deer!”

Posted on January 5, 2026

Today’s POTD features a roe deer standing in the midst of a field of wildflowers in rural England. I hope you like it.

Have lots of treasured photos of your own that you’d love to display in your home but you have limited wall space? A digital picture frame (#ad) is an excellent solution. Check them out!

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Monthly Tech Giveaway – January 2026

Posted on December 31, 2025

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January’s winner will receive a fantastic Ecoflow DELTA 2 Portable 1024Wh Power Station.

This will keep your computer or CPAP machine plus a few other small essential devices powered up for hours during extended power outages.

All subscribers to the Standard edition of my Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter have an equal chance to win.

Premium subscribers have two chances to win (their email addresses are added to the “pot” twice).

Not a subscriber? Just enter your email address in the sign-up form on this page.

Once subscribed you’ll be eligible to win each month’s drawing – starting with this month. Better yet, opt for a Premium subscription for double the chance to win!

The drawing for this month’s prize will be held on January 31 and the winner will be notified by email. The winner will be selected at random.

Good luck!

Did you know the Windows Clipboard can store multiple items?

Posted on January 5, 2026

One of the biggest frustrations for Windows users has always been how the Clipboard will only store the last item that was “Copied” or “Cut”.

In other words, when you copy or cut an item to the Clipboard, the data that was previously stored in the Clipboard was over-written by the newly-copied or cut data.

There are several great third-party Clipboard tools that will force the Clipboard to store multiple items, and some of them are quite good.

However, Windows 10 and Windows 11 have a “Clipboard History” tool that allows the Clipboard to store multiple items that can be “pasted” at any time with a simple keystroke combination.

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Reliable handyman services: The key to stress-free home maintenance

Posted on January 5, 2026

Home maintenance is no longer just a matter of convenience — it has become an essential part of protecting property value, ensuring safety, and maintaining daily comfort.

As homeowners juggle busy schedules and complex repair needs, professional handyman services are increasingly viewed as a smart, reliable solution. Platforms like https://proper-handyman.com/ reflect the growing demand for skilled, trustworthy professionals who can handle a wide range of household tasks efficiently.

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Smart relocation in growing cities: How professional moving services support modern lifestyles

Posted on January 5, 2026

Relocating has become a defining moment for many individuals and families, especially in rapidly growing urban areas. As cities expand and lifestyles become more dynamic, people increasingly turn to experienced movers in Raleigh to ensure their transition is efficient, secure, and stress-free.

Moving today is no longer a simple task—it is a coordinated process that requires planning, trust, and professional expertise.

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