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Analysts clash over Marvell's apps processor sales
Junko Yoshida
TOKYO -- As global demand for smartphones soars, a cottage industry is growing up around ranking the stiff competition in the strategic application processor market.
Days after market watcher Strategy Analytics released a report on "Smartphone Apps Processor Growth" for the first half of 2012, another researcher, Forward Concepts (Tempe, Ariz.), countered that the ranking by the rival research firm had "totally missed" Marvell Semiconductor, the Silicon Valley chip maker that is widely seen as among the leaders in the apps processor market.
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Both market researchers agree that Qualcomm is the No. 1 smartphone applications processor vendor as measured by both unit sales and revenue during the first half of 2012. Samsung, MediaTek, Broadcom and Texas Instruments rounded out Strategy Analytics' top five rankings for the first six months of this year.
Will Strauss, president of Forward Concepts begs to differ. While agreeing that Qualcomm leads the market, Strauss said the failure to include Marvell in the top five is a serious omission.
"Marvell is a major supplier of application processors [and baseband], not only for Research in Motion (RIM) but also for China TD-SCDMA cellphones from companies like Asus, Huawei, Lenovo, Sony, TCL-Alcatel, Tianyu and ZTE," Strauss noted. "Marvell, in the first half of 2012, had a greater unit market share than MediaTek" of Taiwan.
Strauss estimates that Marvell shipped 23.2 million application processors in the first half of 2012, more than TI (18.4 million units) and Broadcom (12.6 million units).
While the dueling market watchers are essentially quibbling over two spots in their industry rankings, the dispute underscores the growing importance of market share in strategic segments like smartphone chips.
Strategy Analytics fired back at Strauss on Monday (Oct. 15). In a blog post, the firm defended its ranking methodology, saying it placed Marvell sixth in smartphone applications processor sales in the first half of year. According to Strategy Analytics, Marvell's strong performance in TD-SCDMA smartphone apps processor shipments to China Mobile were not enough to offset declining shipments at RIM, a big Marvell customer. Marvell dropped out of Strategy Analytics' top five in applications processors after shipments declined 26 percent during the first half of the year compared to the first half of 2011.
Forward Concepts also includes Apple in its apps processor rankings, resulting in the following vendor ranking for smartphone apps processors: Qualcomm, Apple, Samsung, Marvell and TI.
Next: MediaTek emerging
I think whether Marvell slipped from the top five smartphone apps processor ranking during the first half of 2012 is of great interest to many in the electronics industry. But even more revealing to me is the table (and pie chart) in the page 2 of this story, showing the smartphone baseband chip ranking. The table and the pie chart here include both baseband/apps combo chips and standalone baseband processors for smartphones. A key takeawa here is that more and more smartphones adopt baseband/apps processor combo solutions, those without basband will continue to fade in the smartphone chip maret.
Strategy Analytics screwed up in the analysis. Perhaps they will do better in the future. This market segment is an interesting one given the recent shift toward smartphones and tablets and away from laptop and desktop computers. I think the market for tablets and laptops is effectively one segment. Microsoft's new version of windows appears to be targeted specifically for it and may be the most innovative piece of software from Microsoft since Windows 95. Linux and its derivatives has control for the moment since Google came out with Android.
Having used data from several analyst firms, I can say that the important issue is the knowledge, experience and credibility of the analyst themselves. I have never heard of this Forward Concepts guy. I'm not suggesting he is simply an internet troll, but if I had to trust only one view, I think I would go with an agency that has been around since the 70s and is widely recognized as a leader in the space.


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If you are trying to plan a mellow weekend get-away event, than renting out a country house would be perfect. Country houses are relaxing and peaceful, and is essential to get away from the city and stressful working life. Invite family and friends for an old fashion weekend without any hassles of the city. Have a picnic where you cook your own food and play board games and team activities at night. Roast marshmallows by the fireplace and sip on coffee and hot chocolate. Your guests of all ages are bound to have a lot of fun and will become reluctant to go back to their regular lives.


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So, it's been several months since I've put any new content onto the website, and accordingly, I get email daily asking what I'm up to. Not a week goes by where I don't get an email inquiring whether I've "fallen off of the fitness wagon" (I haven't) or whether I'm "still coaching people" (I am).
So, here's the 4-1-1: I've just been really busy!
In March, 2010 I was just a fat guy who wanted to lose some weight. Since then I lost 50 pounds, became a Beachbody Coach, rose to the top 1% of all Beachbody Coaches, was featured in numerous Beachbody promotional videos, potentially including the upcoming, new P90X infomercial and befriended none other than Tony Horton himself, traveling to Philadelphia with him in September to do some QVC shows.
It's been a wild ride, to say the least. But, it's also been an unexpected ride, one that has been overwhelming at times, considering that I still have a full-time job with the Los Angeles Police Department and another as a father to my two kids.
Don't get me wrong, I'm clearly aware of my blessings and wouldn't trade my life for anyone else's, but, a couple months back it was time to re-prioritize and realize that I'm a dad first, a police sergeant second and a Beachbody Coach somewhere a little further down the ladder.
So, what have I been doing? After finishing Insanity I went on Beachbody's Success Club Cruise and my buddy Wayne Wyatt and I "brain-childed" the Insanity Asylum Challenge, pitting people he coaches versus people I coach in a 30-day, results-oriented competition. We were in regular contact with Beachbody Corporate and we created team videos to submit to Shaun T himself in order to judge the winner. Ultimately, there was so much to do that Wayne and I bowed out of the competition ourselves and decided to let our respective teams represent. Our idea was such a success that Beachbody tweaked the concept and created the current "Beachbody Challenge" promotion ... hey Corporate, are Wayne and I getting a cut of that, ha!
So, rather than tackling Asylum, I started mixing up Tony's One-on-One series videos along with some regular interval work on my treadmill. Some of my favorites include V-Sculpt, PAP, Plyocide, Just Arms, Ab Ripper X II and the old-school, "back to the basics" 100/30/20 (which I set a new personal best at yesterday with 12 full sets during 30 minutes - take that Horton!).
I've had and still have some nagging injuries, most notably a small tear in the rotator cuff of my left shoulder, which really limits my ability to do pullups without pain. The reality is, I went super-duper hard for about 18 months straight, and I was bound to get a little "dinged up" sooner or later.
I've also come to learn that peak physical fitness cannot be maintained 24/7, 365 ... it just can't. I'm certain that if I picked a date 8 weeks from today I could show up in the best shape of my life, probably 175 pounds, 7.5% body fat, pretty ripped, pretty strong and cardio to last for days. But, that type of shape just cannot be maintained indefinitely. I'm a huge Mixed Martial Arts fan, and just like fighters "peak" for fights, I've learned to set dates to be at my fitness "peak." I've also learned that "down time" after reaching a "peak date" - for me anyway - is hugely important in avoiding injury, avoiding "burnout" and just maintaining my focus and interest level in my exercise program(s).
"Down time?" No, I don't mean sitting around like a slob, not working out, eating Doritos and sucking down soda pops all day! I mean setting specific "peak dates," reaching those dates in peak shape and afterward, being a little less intense with my diet and workouts until setting and working towards my next "peak date." It's what works for me.
The past couple months have been "down time" and I've enjoyed it. Tremendously. I'm currently 185 pounds (I'm 5'11") and about 10% body fat ... clearly fit, but not quite "peak shape" for me. My next "peak date" will be Beachbody's Success Club trip to Atlantis in the Bahamas in March 2012, for which I'll start "getting after it" when I return next week from Maui (yes indeed, I'm on a plane to Maui right now! :)
To help me, I'll be using P90X2, Mark Sisson's new book detailing a 21-day Primal Diet program as well as some new supplements (the Indigo 3G program) I've been researching from a great company called Biotest. I'm clearly looking to show up in the Bahamas that first week of March in the best shape of my life.
My YouTube video is closing in on 1,000,000 views! Everyday I receive comments about how inspiring it is (aww geez, thanks!). On the flipside, I've met some great people through Beachbody that constantly inspire ME, and I'd like to let you in on how to let them inspire you too:
Tony Horton (duh!) - www.tonyhortonsworld.com
Wayne Wyatt (Beachbody's No. 1 coach, and more than anything else, a great friend and great guy) - www.teamRIPPED.com
Mark Briggs (from the P90X+ program, my friend, forever my brother-in-blue and a super-fit cat) - www.markbriggsfitness.com
Mike French (from the Insanity Asylum program, Mike's my friend, he served our country for years in the military and he's got a heart of gold) - www.beachbodycoach.com/MIKEFRENCH
David Ingram (Star Diamond Coach with Beachbody and my protege!) - www.symbioticfitness.com
That's about it folks ... I'm still here, like my Facebook profile says, "just chilling in the California sunshine." As always, I'm happy to help any of you with whatever you might need - just reach out to me and ask at email@example.com. Friend me on Facebook if you fancy, www.facebook.com/joelsyd
Here's wishing you all a very happy and healthy holiday season and an amazing, upcoming 2012.
All the best,
I'm ordering P90X2 and want to make sure you get credit. If I login @ bbdy, will that happen automatically, or do you have a link we can use? Also, if you or someone from team is going to run some sort of organized "start", I'm in!
I really would love to do the beachbody challenge, the competition is perfect to kick my competitive streak into gear and train hard this new year, but it's only available for US residents. I have no interest in the perks or prizes, just really want to compete, compare my results to other competitors, what are the parameters of the competition? Do you know of anyone else outside of the US who want to compete? Could we start our own international competition? :D
Thanks coach!
Do your part with the program, work hard, and I'd be happy to submit your Before/After results to my friends at Beachbody - I have "a few" connections over there ;)


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Wayne Longmore, former Woodstock doctor, sentenced to six months of house arrest for hydrocodone violations (video)
ALBANY, N.Y. — Wayne Longmore, a former Woodstock physician who pleaded guilty to dispensing the powerful painkiller hydrocodone without legitimate medical reasons, was sentenced Thursday in federal court to six months of house arrest, three years of probation and 200 hours of community service and was ordered to forfeit $200,000.
U.S. District Judge Lawrence E. Kahn handed down the sentence after Longmore pleaded for leniency due to what he said was his need to take care of family members.
Longmore could have been sentenced up to 10 years in prison and fined up to $500,000. He previously surrendered his medical license.
Kahn also ordered that Longmore seek mental health treatment.
Longmore had no comment as he left the courtroom.
In court, Longmore's attorney, David Gruenberg, argued against prison time for the disgraced doctor.
He said Longmore, who was dressed in a suit and had neck-length gray hair, had suffered enough, given the loss of his medical license and devastating financial hardship.
"He is in difficult economic straights," Gruenberg said, adding that despite Longmore's "fall from grace," he had done other good work as a physician.
"He has been substantially punished," the lawyer said. Continued...
Gruenberg cited numerous letters of support supplied to the court as proof of Longmore's good works.
Kahn told Longmore that he hoped the former doctor will put the 200 hours of community service to good use and that he had "to be held accountable."
Longmore, 63, pleaded guilty in October 2012 to the felony of knowingly and intentionally distributing and dispensing a "Schedule III controlled substance" without a legitimate medical purpose and outside the usual course of professional practice.
Longmore was the sole practitioner at the Woodstock Walk-In Doctor's Office at 104 Mill Hill Road — which accepted only cash payments from patients —and, at one time, was the assistant director of emergency medicine at Kingston Hospital.
The U.S. Attorney's Office previously said Longmore, in pleading guilty, admitted he:
• Dispensed hydrocodone to profit illicitly and without a legitimate medical purpose.
• Wrote seven-day prescriptions for hydrocodone for $60 cash per prescriptions.
• Wrote prescriptions at a patient's first appointment with him and without conducting a physical exam or taking a medical history to verify the claimed illness or condition.
In all, Longmore admitted distributing between 2,500 and 5,000 units of hydrocodone, also known by the brand name Vicodin, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.
Under the agreement that led to his guilty plea, federal prosecutors said, Longmore agreed to surrender his medical license and pay back $200,000 he made through his illegal actions. Continued...
When Longmore was arrested last March, authorities alleged he had written about 9,940 hydrocodone prescriptions between Dec. 15, 2010, and Jan. 17, 2012, accounting for nearly 85 percent of all prescriptions he wrote during that period.
The formal complaint against him stated approximately 4,520 of those hydrocodone prescriptions were for patients under age 35.
Between October 2011 and March 2012, two undercover officers and two confidential sources obtained multiple prescriptions for hydrocodone and carisoprodol from Longmore at his Woodstock clinic, the complaint stated.
The complaint also stated Longmore saw an average of 72 patients a day between Dec. 1, 2011, and Jan. 7, 2012, and that he prescribed hydrocodone, an opiate, to some patients who also were filling prescriptions for Suboxone, which treats opiate addiction, from other physicians.
Longmore's troubles began in February 2003, when the Medical Society of New York raised questions about his fitness to practice medicine, alleging he suffered from bipolar disorder and that the condition imperiled the safety of his patients.
Longmore said he did not suffer from the disorder, but he temporarily surrendered his license to practice medicine in 2004, based on a recommendation from the Medical Society. The surrender headed off action by the state Department of Health that could have led to Longmore losing his license permanently.
Longmore also said he agreed to temporarily give up his license to avoid a costly legal fight.
Longmore admitted he checked himself into New York University Medical Center for three days in 2001 for treatment of depression, which he said was related to a cancer scare. In 2003, Longmore said he was keeping regular appointments with a psychiatrist and taking antidepressant medication.
His temporarily surrendered license was restored by the state in December 2005.
Longmore was the assistant director of emergency medicine at Kingston Hospital until he was dismissed in 2002. Continued...
He later sued his ex-bosses, claiming they tried to destroy his private practice through false accusations of mental instability.
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Thompson claimed from Nats, Ledezma DFA
The Pirates claimed left-handed pitcher Aaron Thompson off waivers from the Nationals on Thursday.
Thompson, 23, made 27 starts during the 2010 season in the Nationals organization (26 at double-A, one at Triple-A). He went 5-13 with a 5.65 ERA. In 141.2 innings pitched he walked 56 and struck out 99.
In order to make room for Thompson on the 40-man roster, the Bucs designated Wil Ledezma for assignment. If he clears waivers, the Pirates have 10 days to trade, release or outright Ledezma to the minors.
Ledezma has already agreed to a contract with the Pirates for 2011, and the Bucs are hopeful he will accept the assignment to the minors and compete for a spot in the Pirates bullpen at Spring Training.
He appeared in 27 games for the Pirates during the 2010 season (19.2 innings). Ledezma 0-3 with a 6.86 ERA while striking out 22 and walking six.
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I just find it weird that Chris Leroux is still on the 40 man, yet Ledezma our only Major League lefty arm is off the roster. I thought Hurdle said he wanted more lefties, not no lefties.
I just see this as a downgrade in lefties and not an upgrade. I liked Ledezma.. his number should have been better but he got no support from his team. Washington's pitchers (minus you know who) are not that much better than ours.
I believe Ledezma will be back with the Pirates next year. He already is signed for 2011, and if clears waivers, will receive an invite to spring training to fight for a spot in the 'pen.
Chris Leroux didn't get many opportunities with the Pirates, and they still see potential in him, or else he would be gone.
I think Ledezma has potential as well, despite the numbers. Expect to see him back in a pirates uni next year.


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Joel Manby is highly in favor of top executives going undercover in their companies.
That's just what he did for the television show Undercover Boss. The episode in which Manby, CEO of Herschend Family Entertainment–which manages Stone Mountain Park and several other entertainment establishments–appeared aired, on CBS on March 28.
Unbeknownst to the vast majority of employees, Manby changed his appearance by growing a beard and slicking back his hair and worked in three of his company's theme parks–Stone Mountain Park, Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., and Silver Dollar City in Branson, Mo.
At Stone Mountain Park, Manby, under the alias "John Briggs," was put under the wing of Howard Hobbs, one of the captains of the Ride the Ducks excursion, which takes guests on a tour of Stone Mountain aboard an amphibious vehicle that goes from land to water.
Hobbs and other workers at the Stone Mountain, Pigeon Forge and Branson parks were told that a television crew was filming John for a back-to-work documentary. John's cover story–that he was a former auto industry worker–mirrors Manby's real life. Before becoming CEO of Herschend, Manby was CEO of Saab and had been part of the start-up team with Saturn. The filming took place during two weeks last fall.
Hobbs, who has worked at Stone Mountain Park for six years, said he had no idea that the "trainee" was actually the top man at Herschend.
"I think it's a good idea," said Hobbs of management going undercover. "It's good to get out there and to know what your people are doing."
Asked how Manby did interacting with the passengers and giving tour information over the loud speaker, Hobbs was gracious. "He was OK," he said. "He wasn't bad at all."
But on camera, Manby was challenged making a smooth delivery in rattling off facts and figures about Stone Mountain, often turning to the glib and engaging Hobbs for help.
Although he had reservations after initially being approached by producers due to concerns that it could cast a negative light on the company, Manby agreed to participate because he wanted to see how things were operating on the ground level.
He also worked spraying clean one park in the early morning hours, supervised by an employee with seven children who had lost his home in a flood. At another part, he was supervised in cleaning the outside of aquarium tanks by a woman who held several positions at the park and who had been homeless after the birth of her child. One worker, who worked as a waitress and is a single parent, told Manby, "This job is a gamble." She explained that when servers are rotated to different sections they often don't make enough tip money to justify coming to work–especially when they have to pay child care.
And Manby had a special connection with a young man at Silver Dollar City who came from humble beginnings (as Manby had), had worked up design ideas for theme parks and could only afford to go to school part time. The employee told "John" that he dreamed of one day being CEO of Herschend.
"I learned a lot about myself and a lot about the company," Manby said.
In the reveal to the employees who worked with John about his real identity, the workers expressed shock and tears were shed when Manby offered one a raise, set another up to receive a scholarship and offered assistance in getting one workers home back in order.
Due to some of the experiences Manby had through going undercover, he initiated several changes at Herschend including:
• Establishing a scholarship that will allow a Herschend employee to attend college full-time and receive half of their salary.
• Making annual stipends available to employees who are single parents through the company's Share It Forward program
• Encouraging all employees to look for needs among their co-workers and direct them to company resources
"We are a family," said Manby. "We need to treat each other like family."
Manby said while he would like to be treated like anybody else when he visits any of the parks, he knows he is treated differently. And he admits that during the recession when management had to cut expenses and freeze wages, he "pulled back" and avoided interacting as much with employees.
Manby, who resides in Atlanta and describes himself as an introvert, said he watched the show at home with family and friends.
Since the program aired, Manby said he has received a tremendous outpouring from employees, friends and colleagues.
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In the aftermath of Sandy, some are asking whether the city was adequately prepared for the storm and whether it will be ready for the next one.
"It is going to require a more comprehensive thinking than we've done historically in response to past disasters," said William Solecki of the City University of New York Institute for Sustainable Cities.
Some experts in the areas of climate change and city planning say New York needs to start preparing for the storms that lie ahead.
New York University Professor Rae Zimmerman sits on the city's climate change panel. She said New York needs to revamp its transportation system. She'd like to see sections of the subway or rail system sealed off in a storm. That way, some lines could function somewhat normally when others are flooded.
She also thinks the city can learn from NYU, which has a natural gas network that kept the school partially powered last week.
"We can go a long way with distributed energy," Zimmerman said. "For example, solar cells, if we can figure out how to store that energy so it's available independent of the grid in times of emergencies." There's also the question of whether the city should build a physical barrier similar to one used in London to keep flood waters out.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg has been dismissive of the idea.
"London has a small river that they put a barrier on. We have an enormous harbor. But the real damage is, we have an extensive shoreline," the mayor said Wednesday.
Professor Solecki, who co-chairs the city's panel on climate change, said all options need to be considered.
"It could be that a barrier emerges as the best opportunity," Solecki said.
Realistically, the decision to build a storm barrier would not rest with Mayor Bloomberg or even with a future mayor. It would likely be a federal project that targets New York State and its neighbors as well.


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Commander Shepard Premium Format Figure
Product Summary
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The Sideshow Exclusive version of the Commander Shepard Premium Format Figure includes a unique feature available nowhere else: Additional Helmeted Head for alternate display
Sideshow Collectibles proudly presents the Commander Shepard Premium Format figure from the acclaimed title, Mass Effect 3. Each piece is hand painted and finished, depicting the mercurial Commander Shepard with stunning attention to detail. Armed with his signature weaponry and finished with a high impact light up display base, the Commander Shepard Premium Format figure is an outstanding addition to any gamer's collection.
The Commander Shepard Premium Format Figure features:
- M-8 Avenger Rifle
- Omni Blade
- Light Up Base
- 1:4 Scale
- Stands Approximately 19 inches tall
- Sideshow Exclusive: Additional Helmeted Head for alternate display
Product Specifications
- License:
- Mass Effect
- Product Type:
- Premium Format Figure
- Product Size:
- 19.00" H (482.6mm) x 14" W (355.6mm) x 9" L (228.6mm)*
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- Bernardo Esquivel (Paint)
- Dave Cortes (Sculpt)
- Trevor Grove (Sculpt)
- Patrick Pigott (Sculpt)
- Kris Anka (Design)
- Kevin Hanson (Development)
- The Sideshow Collectibles Design and Development Team
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Product Backstory
Commander Shepard is a character whose future is as varied as his incarnations and those incarnations are limited only by the number of people who have inhabited his (or her) role.Even Shepard's history is by no means a given. Was he a child of spacers who followed in his parents' footsteps? Or an Earthborn vagabond raised on the streets of the sprawling cities of the human home world? Or maybe even the sole survivor of a slaver raid that killed all of his family and friends?
No matter his history, class or talents, Shepard's various incarnations invariably converge at a few common points: He is eventually assigned to the SSV Normandy as the ships executive officer. And he is later inducted into the Citadel Council's elite special task force, The Spectres.
Beyond these commonalities, Shepard's story varies in the telling according to the choices made by each incarnation. No matter the path he chooses, though, his decisions will ultimately determine humanity's place in the galaxy.


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WEST Meon has been hailed as the best village in Britain.
The village was praised for its shops, social life and "strong community feel" in a Times poll this week.
Nearby Cheriton made the list at 27. The "idyllic village" earned plaudits for its sport and transport links.
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I can honestly say that taking Joe's [Sheridan] class has changed everything I thought I knew about freediving... and handling uncomfortable situations in the water. I've surfed and competed on a professional level for over 10 years, and within that time experienced several "close calls" in some of world's largest surf. My comfort level has increased 100 percent with this course. Joe's knowledge, expertise, and demeanor are unsurpassed...period. I can't "Thank" Joe, and FII enough for presenting this class to the public. EVERY watersport enthusiast should take this course! Randy Seller FII Waterman Survival Course with Joe Sheridan North Carolina Mark [Lozano], Just wanted to send you a quick note to say THANK YOU and that I was impressed on how you ran the class. Just a little background on myself so that you have an understanding my thought process on taking the class and me being impressed with how you ran the class. I am an examiner and a member of the Technical Team for the Professional Ski Instructors of America/American Association of Snowboard Instructors or PSIA/AASI. In other words I kind of do what you do for the snowboard professionals so that they can increase their teaching certification. So I kind of understand some of the trials and tribulations you go through putting on an event like yours. I was truly impressed how "Safety" conscious you were all while getting us to be aware of others who could experience life or death situations and getting us prepared and for many real life situations. I would have not have ever thought that I could hold my breath for 3 minutes or even thought that I could free dive 20 meters or approx. 66 feet. But with your patience and and training I was able to do these things. I am now using the techniques you taught us while I am surfing some bigger waves, since my spring, summer, and fall gig is competing on the Association of Surfing Professionals or ASP Longboard Tour and have been in some hairy situations. Thank you for the experience and training Mark! Artie Castro AASI-W Tech Team Member ASP Longboard Competitor, currently 5th in North America ASP Longboard FII Level 1 Freediver with Mark Lozano California View Mark Lozano's Instructor Profile I just wanted to share my gratitude to Bobby Kim for his wonderful teaching ability for the free diving class I took in the Bahamas last week. Bobby was very professional and knowledgeable about free diving skills and safety measures. He answered all our questions and made us feel safe in the water at all times. During static breath hold in the pool his voice was very calming and reassuring. We all learned so much from his class and he has helped is all to be better prepared for diving and the sea. Please recognize Bobby for his amazing teaching ability and his friendly attitude. Thank you so much, Shannon Truax, RN FII Level 1 Freediver course, Bobby Kim, Deans Blue Hole, Bahamas View Bobby Kim's Instructor Profile FII level one course review; I am born and raised in Florida and spend the majority of my freethinker either fishing and diving. I have been diving since I was physically able to as a kid and thought I was pretty decent at it but I wanted a better understanding of of freediving besides " hold your breath and blitz to the bottom". What I have learned in the in the level one class is exponential to my success. I increased my static breath hold by 1:15 minutes, learned many different and correct ways to equalize, learned safety, diving techniques and the science behind all of it that makes you better. The amount of professionalism and sense of security you get from Johnathan [Dickinson] the instructor and owner of Florida Freedivers few can duplicate. If you're looking to better your diving regardless of what level you think you are the FII level one class is something you will greatly benefit from. I STRONGLY recommend it. Thank you very much Florida Freedivers. Chad Miner FII Level 1 Freediver Course with Jonathan Dickinson, Florida Freedivers www.floridafreedivers.com West Palm Beach, Florida View Jonthan Dickinson's Instructor Profile Hello Maca [Benitez], I would like to thank you again for everything you taught me and for your patience and understanding. I learned so much Maca! Going to Playa Del Carmen and taking the FII Level 1 Freediver course with you was the best decisions I could have made, you are a wonderful teacher and a super person all around. Randy Ferguson FII Level 1 Freediver with Macarena Benitez www.apnea.mx Playa Del Carmen, Mexico View Macarena Benitez's Instructor Profile Hey Mark [Lozano], Just wanted to give some feedback: I'm really happy that I enrolled in the FII freediving program especially "safety" before "performance". Both you and Vaclav presented the info. that fostered explicit direct instruction which is the most successful manner of instruction. Additionally, I understand that V. was being observed for FII instructor certification. I was very comfortable working with V. during the class, pool session, and open water portion. During the pool and open water, where we interacted most, he was positive, supportive, never used negative phrasing, modeled frequently and upon request, used humor, and customized instruction based upon the needs of the individual. I hope these comments are useful. I will certainly recommend FII in the furture. Bren March 2013, FII Level 1 Freediver with Mark Lozano and Vaclav Havlik California View Mark Lozano's Instructor Profile Dear Martin & FII, My husband and I took the F.I.I. Freediver Level 1 class this past weekend with instructor Errol Putigna. I just wanted to tell you how impressed I am with the course content and the superb instruction given by Errol. I applaud your focus on freediving safety. I'm sure you hear this a lot, but your course made me cringe at the years of freediving and spearfishing I spent unsafe. With a new awareness on safety, I really only want to dive with those who have taken the course! And especially for someone (me) who tends to get lost in the blue beauty, the priority of my buddy will take precedence. The course was extremely thorough, touching on all aspects of basic freediving. I appreciate the presentation of the science behind it all, the physiology, the physics, correct breathing techniques. The class refreshed my interest and love for the sport! I must say, when you found Errol, you found a goldmine. From classroom to pool to ocean and in between, he is a captivating yet calm teacher. I'm sure you know--Errol's got this amazing positive energy that emanates constantly and sets everyone at ease.He includes each person into topic examples; knows the material exceedingly well; shows interest in his students; and easily shares a wealth of knowledge and experience. A competent, mature leader. Errol not only focused on safety in almost every aspect of the class, but he practiced it consistently. He was the perfect role model each time he came up from a dive, always calm, always succinct in his safety procedures. He seems to genuinely want each student to succeed. One student needed a little extra coaching on the static apnea, and with Errol giving him patient one-on-one time, the student got over his mental obstacle. He turned one of my failed attempts at 50 feet into a fantastic teachable moment for everyone. Errol's relaxed, peaceful attitude is contagious—and is exactly what we need when freediving. And on top of it all, he shot video of our ocean dives, and edited a video to music he sent to us. Errol's passion for teaching and freediving made the class a true joy. Many thanks, and best of luck to you above and below water, Kathy Sreenan Jupiter, Florida View Errol Putigna's Instructor Profile I took Mark Lozano's FII Level 1 freediving course in October of 2011 as a way to gain more confidence with breath holds and to get an extra edge before attending the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center in Panama City, FL. The techniques I learned in that class helped me excel during the rigorous training involved in the five-month Marine Engineer Dive Officer course. The FII class dramatically increased my confidence in the water and the skills I developed there helped me to remain calm during stressful situations underwater, especially during Pool Week. I found the Level 1 course to be invaluable and I plan to continue training with FII. Tenley Barna, LTjg, US Coast Guard Dear FII Headquarters, I took my Level 1 last month in Maui with Jon Ammerman and I wanted to let you know that Jon was a fantastic instructor and the class was excellent. As a high school science teacher, I interact with many instructors and Jon's instruction was exellent. Jon has a great rapport with people and made everyone feel comfortable; especially in the open water. Jon's approach to instruction was extremely effective both in the classroom and in the water. I look forward to returning to Maui next year and increasing my skills. Regards, Graham Ferrige FII Level 1 Freediver with Jon Ammerman Maui, Hawaii Hello FII Headquarters, I just would like to tell you what a great job Brandon Gross did with our FII level one freediving class a few weeks ago. First off he was a very cool guy which made the class super relaxing and not feel like a stiff classroom setting. All of his analogies were on point and really relatable making it super easy to learn the material. Brandon made the extra effort to give individual time to each of us, that really helped me on parts of the course that where I struggled. Me and two other buddies took the class to help out with out spearfishing skills but we gained so much more. I didn't realize how much proper safety tips were so important in doing what we do. Thanks to the class and Brandon's expertise, I can now dive with confidence and go deeper for longer time. Thank you all for offering these classes and I can't wait to get better so I can get my FII Level II certification!!! Thanks again, see ya in the water real soon! Jeff Robertson FII Level 1 Freediver with Brandon Gross San Diego, California I recently attended the Level 1 course instructed by Brandon Gross out of Oceanside CA .The course was very informative and was just what i needed to take the next step in my freediving adventure. Brandon was great to have as an instructor. He was very clear in his direction and setup an environment that made it easy to learn. Based on my experiences with Brandon i can deffinatly recommend others to attend a class with him. I also look forward to taking a Level 2 FII class in the future. Thanks, Kenny Rodger FII Level 1 Freediver with Brandon Gross San Deigo, California Hi Niki, We're very thankful to you and Mark Wallerstein for sharing your knowledge of freediving with us! This Saturday was epic for our marriage. As you learned 15 years ago we met and Brock proposed while swimming with the dolphins for a week on a live-aboard boat "Bottom Time". Sharon had very little knowledge of water sports and snorkeling was a challenge. After several week-long trips to the dolphins, it was time for her to take a leap of faith and learn how to feel safe in the water. Saturday's class with Mark and the in-pool experience with you (thank you angel!) helped to release so many fears. As a child Sharon suffered many traumatic experiences while in the water (nasty brother) and for the past 50 years has never felt safe - until this weekend. The time you took, the patience you offered, the knowledge you shared were magical and the experience was mystical! As you stated on the Wall Photos "No one cares more about your safety then your spouse." I know you have realized this with so many experiences between Martin and yourself. When Brock asked me to join him in the FII Level 1 course, I originally refused - FEAR took control. After his reassurance that there were no expectations and I could set my own limits, I accepted. Your assurance, support and encouragement were key to my complete acceptance. The safety procedures that we learned in class and in the pool provides us with assurance that we can support each other in the water as well as on land. The steps we learned to breath-hold were amazing. Two and a half minutes for me was unthinkable...now I'm looking forward to 3 and more. Yesterday, with me as Brock's buddy, he held his breath for 3 1/2 minutes! You have changed our lives. We are now able to be a couple in the water as well as on land. You are never too old to learn...at almost 54 years old, I accepted the challenge and FII changed our lives! We hope to see you on Saturday at the "Open House", and look forward to completing our course with the boat trip. As we mentioned to Mark, the weekend of July 7th is the best for us to schedule the boat dives. We are possibly available before that date also. Thank you for your kindness, patience and sharing your world. Mark is a great instructor and it was fantastic to meet Martin! With gratitude, Sharon and Brock FII Level 1 Freediver course with Mark Wallerstein Fort Lauderdale, Florida Matt Roth "Thanks Errol for a truly once in a lifetime class. I can't get over that I've been only breathing at 1/3rd of my capacity for the last 29 years.Being able to properly breathe and learning the breathe up techniques I know that this class will not only make me a better diver, person, but a better athlete as well. Not to mention these instructors were a ton a fun, and very professional. Thanks again to Errol Putigna and his staff , Jonathan Dickinson, Joe Sheridan and Robert Little" Matt Roth FII Level 1 Freediver with Errol Putigna West Palm Beach, Florida Dan Silviera, I wanted to thank you again for helping us all have the opportunity to learn and better ourselves as free divers. I really appreciate you coming out to Willows to share your knowledge with us. This was one of the most beneficial investments I have ever made. This class was such an eye opening experience to see how much I can actually improve on my diving abilities. Learning the proper technique and how to make free diving a much more safer activity is crucial to my early stages of learning this trade. There are some mental barriers that I need to practice on overcoming but I am soo excited about pushing myself to the next stage in this journey. I feel like I have the tools now to not only improve my skill and abilities, but to also do it safely. As far as diaphramatic breathing goes, I haven't stopped since I started on Saturday. My job can be very stressful a lot of the time, so I think this way of breathing will actually help me in being able to relax and lower my heart rate. Not to mention that today in the gym while running on the treadmill, I was concentrating on diaphramatic breathing and I noticed something as clear as day. My lungs were not sore from trying to take in large gulps of air after 15 minutes of running. My legs got tired long before my lungs, and my heart rate was considerably low when I got off the treadmill after 20 minutes. This method of breathing is such a huge gain for me in and out of the water. I also did want to touch on your abilities as an Instructor. There is no question that you are a great diver, but I also think your ability to effectively communicate the information to your students is great as well. You take the time to make sure everyone understands what you are teaching and you have a great attitude about helping everyone strive to reach their goals. There was never a feeling of pressure to do anything in your class, more like words of encouragement to take this opportunity to push myself past my own comfort zone. Your presence in the water was also very comforting. By you making every dive a personal experience where you are right next to the diver helping and encouraging them to push themselves, is an experience that a beginner diver will never take unless they trust their instructor. I feel privelged to have had this opportunity and I don't plan on this being the last class I take from you. Overall, this was a great experience, and I know everyone else in your class feels the same way whether they passed the class or not. I plan on staying in touch with you and look forward to seeing you out in the water! Ryan Flores FII Level 1 Freediver with Dan Silivera California Niki, I just wanted to thank you both guys for planting the seed 2 years ago with my level 2 class and now for getting me certified to be a FII freediving instructor. Both experiences far surpassed my expectations and the knowledge I gained was invaluable.. I am so happy to be part of the FII family and to have met you guys!. Both of you really changed my life and i look forward to continue on learning!. It has been a privilege to have learned from my heros and the best freedivers and instructors in the world!!! BTW i'm already looking for any way and excuse I can to attend camp in Kona. Thanks once again!!! Alex Llinas Pompano Beach, Florida Well as Promised I took the Freediving Course this weekend from Freediving Instructors International at their location in Jupiter Florida. Fantastic Instructor, Jonathan Dickinson, and assisted by Robert Little on the Ocean Dive.
First of all their were divers of all ages there with quite a varying Skill Set, and everyone had something to bring to the Table. The Theory was followed by a pool skill test, and in a few short Hours we we taught the correct way of Breathing, which in a Total time of less than 20 minutes, increased my breath hold to 3 minutes during that portion of Practice. Next day was the Ocean out by Jupiter, Florida. We went out on the Blue Tang, operated by Scuba Works in Jupiter Florida, (great Folks by the way), and we left the Dock around 8:30 AM and Arrived at out diving Spot around 45 Minutes Later. A float was on the surface and a Weight was attached to a Rope 66' below the surface and Marked at various Depths down to the weight at 66 Feet. After three Progressive Dives to these Various Depts, I made my first dive to 66' by pulling my self downs the rope to the Weight Below. Again after a short Pause to practice safety skills we than made a 66' free dive by Swimming Down, and Not Pulling down. IT WAS Fantastic!!. But the Most important skill was not the breath hold, or the Deep dive. But it taught me how and why to be a good Dive Buddy to anyone that is Freediving. And to know the signs and Symptoms of another Diver in Trouble, and to assist him/her in any way Possible A Fantastic Course and Hats off to Martin Stepanek for developing this course which will make me a better speardiving Buddy to anyone I go Diving With. Bruce Spearboard Member
Thanks for the great diving course. It pushed my boundaries and has provided the information and confidence needed for my continued progression.Please pass along my thanks to Brandon Gross as well, I do not have his email address. Also, let me know about those fins, if not I think I have another option. Once again, thanks a ton.
F.I.I. Freedive Class, Totally Worth the Money I took the Level 1 FII class last weekend with my nephew and could not be more happy with the decision. The information and the instructors were top notch. I really feel safe in the water now, shallow water blackout is no longer the monster under the bed for me. Make a class happen, the safety skills are the best and improving your depth and bottom time is great. I cant say enough good things about the instructors and the class. Cant wait to take Level 2.
James Hankins Florida Springs Hey Dan Silviera, Thanks again. It was really an awesome day and a real privilege. I know I have said a few times already how grateful I am but I just don't have the words to describe just how good I felt while we were out on the water. It has most to do with the amount of physiologic, psychological and emotion stress I have been under and have placed on myself over the past about 7 years, with few real releases. I wish I had taken the class and made the move back toward the water 10 years ago. I have to be honest, with as comfortable as I am in and around the water I was still just a little bit nervous about the class. But from the beginning your laid back, calm and relaxed style that morning made all the difference once we got out there and on site. It is completely opposite to how things are done in the military. I learned so many things on so many levels its incredible. Your example is to be emulated and I will endeavor to do so in my own activities. Your class had a real easy natural order to it. Everything we did had a purpose and a reason and it was all done in such a relaxed way. You have a great course Dan. I will be talking up your class to fellow divers at work now that I have taken it. I hope to get enough people interested to fill or almost fill the seats. Almost forgot. Thanks for the pictures. I look at them and one of the things that come to mind is just how much I am not thinking about while I am out there. I apologize for being so openly introspective about the experience but I thought that knowing your students and understanding their motivations can only help make you a better teacher. Your role as teacher was one of the focal points of the day and as such is integral to the overall experience. Again your great example will not be one easily forgotten. All these words are just so when I say "Thank you" you know where that thank you is coming from. Way down deep." Best Fishes, Terry Reist "The FII Waterman's survival course was eye opening to say the least. The classroom portion explained the science behind breathe holding and the safety techniques perfectly and prepared me for what was to come during the pool and open water portions. The open water portion simulated big wave hold downs and disorientation very well while the pool session prepped me for the open water and taught me training exercises. As a result of the course I feel more prepared for the big swells of the winter than I ever have and have gained a training partner / big wave buddy from the class who I have the utmost confidence in. I fully recommend the FII Waterman's Survival Course to anyone who is going out the ocean surfing or in rough water conditions. With big waves it's only a matter of time before a serious hold down, broken board or bad wipeout happens; the proper training may save your life or the life of another." Stephen Schur San Diego, Course hosted by Mark Lozano I just took the FII Level I class in Hermosa Beach last 11/19-20/2011 with Mark Lozano, and I think the $275 was well worth it. I have been freediving and spearfishing for over 45 years now, yet I found most--if not all--of the information given in the class to be new and absolutely relevant to me, especially the safety aspect. I'm now looking forward to take the Level II course.
Di Au SpearBoard Member Hermosa Beach FII's Level 2 was one of the greatest things I have ever encountered. One day I had noticed that my regular spearfishing buddies were consistently outdiving me after taking a so called freediving course. It had been a month since we dove together and could not believe how comfortable they looked in the water with such long bottom times. I went home to research the freediving class they were bragging of and enrolled myself in the next class FII had available. The course has opened a new world for me. Of course my spearfishing ability has improved, but this merely scratches the surface of what I have learned. The safety skills that are taught here are, in my opinion, a prerequisite to anyone wishing to freedive. I am now much calmer in the water, which has allowed me to interact with various marine animals that I would have never thought possible. I've been in the water my entire life as a visitor, but now, sometimes I feel like I am a part of it. Through FII, I have met many like minded people that are drawn to the water like a magnet. Many of these people have become my good friends that I hope to have as friends for life. Thanks FII, Tony Babowicz West Palm Beach, Florida I just wanted to extend a very big thank you to all of you at FII for such an awesome learning experience. Martin Stepanek, I can't thank you enough for all the insight you've given us into the world of freediving. The knowledge that I gained in the Level 2 Freediver course is priceless and it has given me a completely different outlook on my personal freediving. During the 4 day course I shattered my personal bests including static apnea as well as depth and I can't wait to get back in the water and start practicing the teachings and techniques you've shared with us. Thanks again! From the Big Island... Russ Kapuniai Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Ted Fort Lauderdale After taking Martin Stepanek's freediving courses I was shocked by the vital knowledge that I was lacking to progress forward in my diving carrier. By taking the courses I had accelerated my knowledge, skill, ability and safety at an exponential rate that would have otherwise taken me a lifetime to attain. Dan Silveira USA Spearfishing Champion - Team USA 2010 member Dear Mark: The Waterman Survival course was fantastic! - a requirement for anyone participating in water sports of anykind-including the "Weekend Warriors" like myself that still think they are 21 years old! There is no substitute for preparing for real life events and circumstances. This course brings the potential water hazard up close and personal so one can be prepared and confident going forward with their respective sport. Appreciate you excellent communication skills in the class and careful and patient instruction in the water. I think everyone would especially find the creativity of the swimming pool segment enjoyable and satisfying. Shaun Hurley, MBA Real Estate Broker California Martin and Nikki, I would like to express our extreme satisfaction with the quality of the FII Junior Freediver course as well as with Errol Putigna. I knew that having my kids in the class would be challenging but Errol's teaching experience and his patience made it all seem easy. We all learned a tremendous amount and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience! I have renewed confidence in the water now and I am excited about practicing my newly learned skills this coming weekend. Capt. Randy Towe, and I (he also took the course) will be freediving in Bimini or the FL Keys this weekend and as freshly certified freedivers and we are looking forward to doing so with the confidence that we now understand how to do so safely and effectively. I am eagerly recommending your course to all of my friends and will continue to do so. When I am ready I will be taking the level 2 course and I look forward to continuing to develop these new skills. THANK YOU! Bernard Paul-Hus West Palm Beach FII L2 CLASS WITH MARK LOZANO I recently had the pleasure of taking an F.I.I. Level II freediving course in Hermosa Beach California with Mark Lozano. Mark was an excellent instructor. The 4 days I spent training with him were extremely challenging both academically and physically. Guiding the class through the workload, Mark made the curriculum approachable and meaningful. With Mark I felt a level of assurance that allowed me to push beyond my limits. Even with challenging marine conditions and poor water visibility, Mark's ability to inspire and lead allowed for the successful completion of practical components. Mark made nearly every dive alongside the students. Seeing Mark just above me after turning to ascend on deep dives gave me the confidence to grow my abilities. His coaching and mentoring enabled me to succeed in my life long goal of reaching 100 feet. Your organization is served well by his presence here in California. Because of his class I am now inspired to continue with my training and look forward to participating in a level III class some day in the future. Jon Ammerman California FII STRETCHING FOR FREEDIVING "I would like to thank, you and Martin for your nice effort to make this DVD. I think is one step forward for all the freedivers who care about real freediving training. These stretching exercises I think would help everyone to face the pressure in any depth without any problem to get injured. From now on I will start to make these exercises and I am definitely sure in few months from now on to have and see big changes to myself when I freedive. Martin explains every exercise so clear and easy understanding. Hope this is just a beginning and in the near future more freediving DVDs will follow." Stelios Papadakis, Greece Hello guys, I have fresh news for you...during the last two weeks I was training two students of mine to participate in FAZZA Breathhold Competition and few hours ago one of them placed 3rd and won the bronze cup plus the cash prize... The skills I learned from you guys and the FII experience of teaching people this sport helped me to make this achievement. Regards, Khalid FII Instructor based in Qatar Brett, I want you to know how impressed I was with your expert knowledge of all aspects of the sport. The class exceeded my expectations in every way. If you ever want to come down and spear the remote spectacular atolls of Belize let me know. Regards, Jordan View all FII Instructors and upcoming FII freediving courses on the FII Instructor & Course Locator. |


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Dallas Seavey Wins Iditarod 40Seavey is the youngest person to ever win the IditarodNOME- Dallas Seavey has won Iditarod 40. Seavey is the youngest person to ever win the Iditarod at age 25. The new champion arrived at 19:29. Following in second, and arriving an hour later, was Aliy Zirkle. SAFETY - Tuesday 3/13, 4:30 p.m. - Barring a massive collapse by the leading team in the final stretch, Dallas Seavey will win Iditarod 40. According to Iditarod.com's GPS tracker, Seavey has left Safety. The Safety checkpoint is 22 miles form Nome. Seavey is expected to finish by 6:30 this evening. His closest competitors are Aliy Zirkle and Ramey Smyth, who surprised mushers and fans alike by roaring into third position after being in 30th place coming off his 24 hour layover in Takotna last week. If you want to follow the race online, you can become an Iditarod insider by visiting Iditarod.com. This Iditarod victory will be Dallas Seavey's first. And with it he'll become the youngest Iditarod champion in the history of the race at 25 years old. Five-time champion Rick Swenson has held on to that record since 1977 when he first won the race at age 26. Seavey effectively earned this victory yesterday evening on the ice of Golovin bay just outside White Mountain, when he widened the gap over Aliy Zirkle by kicking and pulling with his dogs. Seavey says his team's speed is the reason for victory. "We built the winning team during the race. And that's something that people overlook," said Seavey in White Mountain early this morning. "They look at training and that's where you prepare your dogs and that's right. And then they get to the race and they start racing. But you don't start racing on the first day of a thousand mile race. You keep building that monster. And I think that's something I did and a lot of people didn't." ALASKA - As the Last Great Race roared down the Yukon River on Friday and Saturday, Iditarod lovers hoped the race would shape up the way it has. Aliy Zirkle cut rest on the Yukon in order to build up an hour and a half lead - leaving the river running out of Kaltag, but by many accounts the trail across the portage to Unalakleet was a slog. But it didn't seem to matter to Dallas Seavey. He covered the 85 miles almost two hours faster than Zirkle early Sunday morning. Ever since, Zirkle's been on his tail - at times close enough to get him in her sights. It seemed like Seavey might blow the race wide open right outside Shaktoolik. Zirkle chose to stop and rest, while Seavey pushed on across the frozen Norton Sound toward Koyuk. This time it was Zirkle's turn to play catch up. Zirkle traveled those fifty miles in less than four hours. Seavey ran it in just over five. Monday morning after a few hours of rest the pair left Koyuk. Seavey again in the lead, but this time only by 22 minutes. According to Iditarod's GPS Tracker, she never caught him although she got close at times. Seavey arrived in Elim at 3:25 p.m. this afternoon and only stayed for a few minutes. Zirkle showed up about a half hour later and stayed. But here's the curious part. The GPS showed Seavey stopped along the trail about a half mile out of town. Mushers on the Iditarod are notorious for playing tricks on each other. Seavey appeared to be fake leaving the area only to rest. It's unclear if it worked. Both mushers appeared to have started moving again just after 6 p.m. this evening. White Mountain, and a welcomed eight hour mandatory rest, is forty-six miles down trail. The race is expected to finish on Front Street in Nome Tuesday afternoon or early evening. We've produced a time lapse of Seavey's run from Kaltag to Elim with the Iditarod's GPS Tracker. It updates the musher's positions every 10 minutes. You can follow the race online by becoming an Iditarod Insider at iditarod.com. Most Popular |
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