Sharon Vaknin
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Share and store contact info

Show summary: Find out what to do with that fistful of business cards you just collected -- and maybe how to avoid using them altogether.

Category: CES

January 2, 2013
How to get the best deals on Black Friday

Show summary: Getting the best deals on Black Friday is all about preparation and knowing where to look. Sharon Vaknin reveals her secret formula for getting the best day-after-Thanksgiving deals.

Category: Special Features

November 9, 2012
Bring the Start menu back to Windows 8

Show summary: If you've made the move to Windows 8, but miss the convenience of that little button down in the corner of the screen, Sharon Vaknin has a solution that will have you singing "Start Me Up" once again.

Category: How to

November 5, 2012
Best Windows 8 keyboard shortcuts

Show summary: New users may have trouble navigating their way through the Windows 8 interface, especially without using a touch screen. Sharon Vaknin shows you how to find your way around with the keyboard instead.

Category: How to

November 2, 2012
Do-it-yourself adjustable phone stand

Show summary: The Une Bobine on Kickstarter was a hit product. Sharon Vaknin shows you how to make your own version, for a lot less money.

Category: Always On

October 24, 2012
Episode 19: Torture testing the Galaxy Note 2

Show summary: Is the Note 2 tougher than the Galaxy S3? Plus, new Motorola Razrs get unboxed, Sharon Vaknin creates a flexible phone stand, and Molly takes a trip on the fastest boat in the world.

Category: Always On

October 24, 2012
iPhone panorama tips and tricks

Show summary: When Apple updated the camera app in iOS 6, it included a fun panoramic photo feature. Sharon Vaknin shows you how to get started and offers some techniques for some creative results.

Category: How to

October 19, 2012
Apply a screen protector, bubble-free

Show summary: When you buy a new smartphone, it's a good idea to preserve your investment with a screen protector. Sharon Vaknin shows you how to apply a screen protector cleanly, without those pesky bubbles.

Category: How to

October 16, 2012
Make your own screen-cleaning spray

Show summary: Stop wasting money on expensive products that you can easily make yourself at home. Find out Sharon Vaknin's recipe for a multipurpose cleaning solution.

Category: How to

October 12, 2012
Episode 17: A Kindle bonanza!

Show summary: Torture-testing the Kindle Fire HD, unboxing the Kindle Paperwhite, showing how to record live TV onto your PC, and road-testing the Lytro camera!

Category: Always On

October 9, 2012
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  • Sharon Vaknin
  • Senior Associate editor
  • San Francisco, CA

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    Sharon Vaknin is a CNET How To expert who cooks up DIY projects, in-depth guides, and little-known tricks that help you get the most out of your tech. During her four years at CNET, she's covered social media, funky gadgets, and has shared her tech knowledge on CBS and other news outlets.

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