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Jeff Somers

Jeff Somers

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Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012.

Jeff has published nine novels and more than 70 short stories; his story Ringing the Changes was selected for inclusion in The Best American Mystery Stories 2006. In 2018, Jeff published the book Writing Without Rules: How to Write & Sell a Novel Without Guidelines, Experts, or (Occasionally) Pants. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English and previously worked in medical publishing as a production editor.

The Best Way to Get Past an Article's Paywall


The era of the free internet is long over: As the online ad market has collapsed in recent years, largely thanks to changes Google has made to forefront AI summaries, countless websites have added paywalls. This means if you want to read their articles, you have to sign up and pay a monthly subscription fee. Some sites have a “metered” paywall—meaning you can read a certain number of articles for free before they ask for money—and others have a hard paywall, where you’ll have to pay to read even one article.

You Can Get the Samsung Galaxy S26+ for Over $250 Off Right Now

Pradershika Sharma

Pradershika Sharma

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Pradershika Sharma is a tech deals writer for Lifehacker.

She has a Master’s degree in English Literature, a B.Ed., and a TESOL certification. She has been writing professionally since 2018, creating product reviews, affiliate articles, and search ads for global clients while working with Rubix Agency and Cognizant. Previously, she spent a year teaching English at the junior high level.

If You Loved 'Futurama,' There's One Movie You Need to Watch Next

Jeff Somers

Jeff Somers

Freelance Writer

Experience

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012.

Jeff has published nine novels and more than 70 short stories; his story Ringing the Changes was selected for inclusion in The Best American Mystery Stories 2006. In 2018, Jeff published the book Writing Without Rules: How to Write & Sell a Novel Without Guidelines, Experts, or (Occasionally) Pants. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English and previously worked in medical publishing as a production editor.

This 15.6-Inch Dell Laptop Is $130 Off Right Now

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Why Buying a MacBook Air From Apple Isn't a Great Idea Right Now

Jake Peterson

Jake Peterson

Senior Technology Editor

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Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, and subscriptions.

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These Shokz Clip-On Headphones Are 30% Off Right Now

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If you’ve been in the market for red earbuds, these Shokz OpenDots One Clip-On Headphones are currently $139.95 (originally $199.95) and the lowest price they’ve ever been, according to price tracking tools. Made of soft silicone, these earbuds are a comfy fit, making them suitable for long calls or listening to your favorite band for hours, while the color gives them a stylish little kick.

Five Hacks Every Boox Palma User Should Know

Joel Cunningham

Joel Cunningham

Deputy Editor

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Joel Cunningham is Lifehacker’s Deputy Editor. He has 15 years of experience as a writer and editor. Previously, he was managing editor of content marketing for Barnes & Noble, where he founded the Barnes & Noble Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog.

Five Hacks Every Ultrahuman Ring User Should Know

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Ultrahuman rings, including the new Ring Pro, come with an extensive app. Even before you activate any PowerPlugs (add-on features), there are plenty of graphs and numbers to get lost in. Here are a few hacks you should know to navigate the data deluge and make sure you're getting the most out of its clever hidden features.