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Amanda Blum
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Writer, Lifehacker
Oregon City, Portl
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Biography
I'm a product manager and tech strategist who occasionally writes about smart home tech, gardening or cooking.
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The stock market.
Content
By Amanda Blum Verified| Lifehacker Verified I’m frequently asked for recommendations on what robot vacuum to get. While I’ve got favorites, I usually respond with a list of features I’d look for. Each year, robots get so much more advanced that these features change. But if I were buying a robot vacuum tomorrow (or in the next big sale), here’s what I’d look for. Unless you’ve got wall-to-wall carpet, get a vacuum/mop comboGenerally, people shy away from combo products because each new functionality is an additional feature that can break.
By Amanda Blum Verified| Lifehacker Verified April is when gardeners need to start being mathematicians and professional organizers, trying to find space for all the seedlings that need to get into trays on time. It’s also the first time this year you’ll start succession seeding, both indoors and out. Succession seeding is one of the real benefits of growing your own seeds: It means you can grow one or two of a variety instead of needing the space for a whole six pack you’d pick up at the nursery.
By Amanda Blum Verified| Lifehacker Verified I’m frequently asked for recommendations on what robot vacuum to get. While I’ve got favorites, I usually respond with a list of features I’d look for. Each year, robots get so much more advanced that these features change. But if I were buying a robot vacuum tomorrow (or in the next big sale), here’s what I’d look for. Unless you’ve got wall-to-wall carpet, get a vacuum/mop comboGenerally, people shy away from combo products because each new functionality is an additional feature that can break.
Company Info
Lifehacker
Lifehacker Australia was a regional edition of the global Lifehacker brand, focusing on tech and lifestyle content. It provided actionable advice, software guidance, and life hacks tailored to Australian audiences. The site featured tech tutorials, productivity tips, and localized deals, emphasizing practical, science-based advice. The Australian edition operated under Nine Entertainment before its closure in 2024. It was known for its rigorous testing and research, with a dedicated team evaluating products and software. Lifehacker Australia offered a variety of digital content, including articles, how-to guides, and product reviews across multiple categories. After its closure, the original domain redirected to the U.S. edition, which now mirrors the content of the American site, with limited Australian-specific material.
Mumbai, India
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Founded: 2007