Overwhelmed by your new gadget? Start here.

I firmly believe that all gadgets should be created like the Hitchhiker’s Guide To the Galaxy; that is to say their boxes and manuals should have the words “DON’T PANIC” inscribed on large, friendly letters on the cover (We miss you, Mr. Adams). So when you get a new gadget and are staring at the box in utter fear over the prospect of having to learn said device, please make sure you read this article on how to get started mastering it.