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Context for the Inquiry
The history of local government
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Theories of local government
The modern role for local government
What do we want from local government?
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High degree of central control
Lack of flexibility
Expectations and pressures on services
Confused accountability
Public attitudes
Poor incentives in distribution of national resources
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Improving accountability
Protecting flexibility
What this means for services
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Place shaping - the challenge for local government
Improving local accountability
Innovative, local solutions to public service challenge
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Framing a package of reform
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Council tax
Council tax benefit
Local income tax
Local service charges
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Business rates
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Changing behaviours
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Options for future governments
Underpinning the developmental approach
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- greater flexibility for local authorities to place-shape with less control from the centre - by reducing specific and ring fenced grants, a new power to levy a supplementary business rate in consultation with business, and a new power to charge for domestic waste to help manage pressures on council tax, and an end to capping of council tax;
- changes to improve fairness of council tax, recognising that council tax benefit is a rebate, automating the system to ensure 1.8billion pounds in unclaimed benefit helps the poorest households, and raising the savings limit for pensioners to 50,000 pounds;
- improving transparency in the funding system by being clear about the contribution made by national taxation, and ensuring a more independent voice to inform Parliament and the public; and
- improving incentives for local authorities to promote economic prosperity and growth, initially through reform of the Local Authority Business Growth Incentives Scheme.
- revalue council tax to update the tax base and improve fairness;
- at the same time, reform council tax by adding new bands to reduce bills for those in the lowest value properties, paid for by increased bills for those in higher value properties paying more - there should be no increase in average council tax bills as a result of this;
- consider assigning a fixed proportion of income tax to local government;
- find ways to improve the incentives within the grant system; and
- consider introducing the power to levy a tourist tax if local government makes a strong case based on local public support - this would be appropriate only in some areas.
- "Well Placed to Deliver - Shaping the Pattern of Government Service", published in March 2004, which dealt with the relocation of public sector jobs away from London and the South East; and
- "Towards Better Management of Public Sector Assets - A Report to the Chancellor of the Exchequer", published in December 2004.
- Department for Communities and Local Government
- HM Treasury
- Local Government Association
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Change of Withholding AllowancesThere may be valid reasons for changing your withholding allowances several times a year. If you submit four or more changes in a calendar year, the Kingsborough Human Resources Office is required to send your tax withholding forms to the New York City Office of Payroll Administration (OPA) which will then forward them to the IRS or NY State Department of Taxation and Finance for review.Federal and State tax withholding forms may be obtained from the Human Resources Office (Room A-201). You may also download them from the Internet, web addresses as follows:
Number of withholding allowances permittedYou may file withholding certificates with as many allowances as are justified by your circumstances. If you claim more than ten withholding allowances on the federal W-4 form or more than 14 allowances on the state IT-2104 form, you must complete a Withholding Certificate Affirmation. You can obtain a Withholding Certificate Affirmation from the Human Resources Office. This form must be completed by you and then notarized. In addition to the Withholding Certificate Affirmation you may, if you wish, supply supporting documentation. This may consist of the prior year's tax returns, proof of qualifying home mortgage interest, charitable contributions, state and local taxes (but not sales tax), medical expenses as stipulated in IRS guidelines, number of dependents, other qualifying miscellaneous deductions, or a letter from you to the agency stating your circumstances.Copies of the unaltered withholding certificate and signed, unaltered affirmation, along with copies of any supporting documentation you choose to provide, will be sent to OPA. OPA forwards the documents to the IRS or NYS Dept of Taxation and Finance. In some cases, the IRS or NYS may instruct the City of New York to change your number of withholding allowances or marital status through Lock-in Letters.Claiming tax-exempt statusThe vast majority of employees of the City of New York are required to have taxes withheld; however, certain situations exist that entitle an employee to be tax exempt (federal tax exempt, NY State tax exempt, or both). No employees, including students, are automatically exempt from tax liability. To claim exempt status, you must meet certain conditions and submit a new tax withholding certificate and signed Withholding Certificate Affirmation Form each calendar year. You cannot claim exemption from federal withholding taxes for 2010:
If you are exempt from federal withholding taxes you must certify on the W-4 form that you meet both of the following conditions:
To claim exemption from New York State and City withholding taxes in 2010, you must be able to certify the following conditions in writing:
If you meet the criteria for state exemption, you would file an IT-2104-E Certificate of Exemption from Withholding instead of the IT-2104 form. This form can be obtained from Human Resources in Room A-201 or it can be downloaded from www.tax.state.ny.usForms claiming full exemption from tax withholding expire each year. If your exempt status continues, you need to submit new forms annually. You must file a new W-4 form by February 16 to continue to claim full exemption from federal taxes and/or a new IT-2104-E form by April 30 to continue to claim full exemption from state and local taxes. You must submit the Withholding Certificate Affirmation Form (may be downloaded from http://nyc.gov/html/opa/downloads/pdf/whcertificate.pdf) with your withholding certificate each year. The Withholding Certificate Affirmation must be notarized and there is a Notary Public available in the Human Resources Office (Room A-201).If you do not submit new forms to your agency to continue to claim full exemption, taxes will be withheld as if you were single with zero allowances until new acceptable forms are submitted.Contact information for questions about Federal or State taxes:IRS by calling 1-800-829-1040 or click here for the IRS web siteNYS by calling 1-800-CALL-TAX (225-5829) or click here for the NYS TAX web siteADVANCE EARNED INCOME CREDITEarned Income Credit (EIC) is a tax credit for certain employees who have a qualifying child living with them and expect that your 2010 earned income and adjusted gross income (AGI) will each be less than $35,535 ($40,545 if you expect to file a joint return for 2010). These employees may choose to receive up to $1,830.00 of the basic credit in advance with their regular paychecks instead of waiting until they file their 2010 Federal income tax return. However, the amount received in advance is limited to the basic earned income credit amount for families with one qualifying child. Employees who are eligible for the larger credit have to wait until they file their tax returns to get the benefit of those extra credit amounts. To make the Advance Earned Income Credit (EIC) program more accessible to New York City employees, the City's Payroll Management System can be used to automatically provide EIC payments with an employee's bi-weekly paycheck. An employee may be able to claim the Advance Earned Income Credit for 2010 if he/she works and meets all of the following requirements:
You cannot claim the EIC if you file either Form 2555 or Form 2555-EZ (relating to foreign earned income) for 2010. You also cannot claim the EIC if you are a nonresident alien for any part of 2010 unless you are married to a U.S. citizen or resident, file a joint return, and elect to be taxed as a resident alien for all of 2010.If you think you qualify and wish to claim the Advance EIC for 2010, you may obtain the IRS form W-5 from the Office of Human Resources in Room A-201. Carefully read the instructions for the IRS form W-5, complete the form and submit it to the Office of Human Resources for implementation on the payroll system. Note that the W-5 certificate is effective for the current calendar year only. A new W-5 form must be submitted each calendar year in order to continue to participate in the Advance EIC program.If your situation changes after you give Form W-5 to your employer, it will probably be necessary for you to file a new W-5. You should file a new W-5 if you no longer have a qualifying child, you no longer expect to be able to claim EIC this year, you no longer want advance payments, or your spouse files a W-5 with his or her employer.If you would like more information on the EIC, you may call the IRS toll-free at 1-800-829-3676 and order IRS Publication 596, Earned Income Credit. Form W-5 may also be obtained at http://www.ustreas.gov/
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Walter Pall's main blog about bonsai and his work with trees from day to day. Lots of good pictures of good trees and lots of valuable information about bonsai.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Three seminars in Germany in 2011 - German
Im Jahre 2011 finden drei Seminare Potenzialerkennung in Deutschland statt.
- 23. April bei Suteki Bonsai in Berlin
- 4. Juni in Enger bei Bonsaischule Enger
- 17. September bei Bonsaigaten in Linda (18. September Workhop in Linda)
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2 comments:
Hi Walter
I love your blog and visit it a number of times a week. I find your way of telling Bonsai the way it is, down to earth and refreshing.
I have said before and will again say that you are an inspiration with your work on Bonsai but also with your work in sharing your knowledge here on the web.
And with this in mind I have to say that the "New Look" of this blog is VERY not user friendly!
I am missing the possibility to have an overview (like in the old blog) of all the posts you have made this month.
I'm sure that it is possible to have that as a tool on the sidebar in this format...?
Otherwise one is scrolling down and not sure where to stop...
I hope this makes sence to you.
Thank you from Copenhagen.
- November 24, 2010 at 10:58 PM
- avicenna said...
Hallo Walter,
I would like to subscribe what Warren wrote. I don't find that this outlook is much better than the last.
- November 25, 2010 at 12:13 AM


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This Sunday 16th October, at 2pm, we will be going to the Chester Beatty Library, behind Dublin Castle.
Here's the library on Google Maps.
At 4pm we'll meet at the Parliament Hotel on Dame St:
If this is your first time out and you can't spot anyone who looks like a sketcher at 2pm don't worry: all you need to do is to choose something to draw and get stuck in. You might see, at some point, people carrying a sketchbook. New people come along almost every week so don't be shy about introducing yourself. It's a nice friendly gathering and you'll get to know us over coffee from 4pm. Don't worry if you're late, most of us usually are! You need to bring your own paper and pens/pencils etc.


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Overplay Smart DNS Review
Signing up for Overplay Smart DNS is an ideal option for any Internet user who faces geo restrictions on streaming services. Overplay introduced its Smart DNS service in October 2011 and provides dedicated Smart DNS for customers who purely want to stream video services and also VPN services for customers who value online privacy. Customers signing up for VPN services can access all the Smart DNS services in with their subscription.
Anybody who travels frequently and wants to access television and video streaming services from their home country will find that registering for Overplay's Smart DNS plan gives access to these services. Internet users wanting to gain access to some of the popular restricted channels located in countries such as the United States or United Kingdom will also find this possible using Smart DNS. One great benefit of streaming channels using Smart DNS is that the programmes are available to watch on Smart TVs, so customers can relax in comfort while viewing their favourite TV programmes or movies.
The Overplay servers are situated in 48 different countries worldwide, so customers registering for Smart DNS will be able to access a host of country-specific streaming services. The company website lists the unblocked streaming channels, which include:
- HuluPlus
- Netflix
- Netflix Brazil
- Netflix France
- Amazon Prime Germany
- NPO Netherlands
- Zattoo Swiss
- BBC iPlayer
- Film on UK
Customers wishing to access streaming services not on the Overplay list of channels can contact the company and they will unblock the site if it is at all technically possible.
The Overplay Smart DNS service can be downloaded to any internet enabled device, including Smart TVs. The company website provides video tutorials showing potential customers just how easy it is to get their Smart DNS service up and running on a variety of devices. Overplay also provides instructions and downloads for all platforms, including iOS,Mac OSX. Boxee Box, Apple TV and Windows.
When customers need support from the Overplay Smart DNS technical team, they have a number of options. It's possible to access live chat from the website to speak direct with customer support staff, alternatively users can submit an email ticket noting any queries or problems with their account. The Overplay website also provides an extensive KnowledgeBase answering a number of common customer queries and helpful advice is also available on the company's blog. The diagnostic page on the Overplay website is also a useful tool, assisting customers with queries about whether or not their service is operating correctly.
Setting up a Smart DNS plan with Overplay is just a simple matter of downloading the start up programmes and registering for an account with the company. Plans are payable monthly and can be cancelled any time. Customers can pay for their Overplay Smart DNS using credit cards or via the Google Checkout system. Overplay also use 2checkout which offers a wider range of payment options, including Paypal.
The beauty of Smart DNS is the speed which can be achieved for streaming and the fact customers can access movie and TV channels from anywhere in the world. Customers accessing streaming via a VPN will find some slowdown in speeds due to the encryption of all data, this is not the case with Smart DNS. Where customers register for VPN services with Overplay they also have the option to use Overplay Smart DNS at times they purely want to access streaming, without any requirement for securely encrypted data transmissions.Go to overplay.net


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HTC Evo 4G users have been getting some really good custom firmwares that are solid, very stable and super fast when it comes to performance and speed. Viper4G is another amazing custom ROM that we love. You can install Viper4G ROM on Sprint Evo 4G LTE.
In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Viper4G custom firmware on HTC Evo 4G with complete steps. We have even mentioned all the precautionary points you should keep in mind before performing anything. Remember, this is not an official software update. Let's move on to the tutorial below.
Disclaimer: All the tools, mods or ROMs mentioned below belong to their respective owners/developers. We (TeamAndroid.com) or the developers are not to be held responsible if you damage or brick your device. We don't have you on gun point to try out this tutorial 😉
Viper4G Features:
- Based on HTC_SPRINT_1.22.651.3 RUU
- Deodexed & Zipaligned SDK r20
- SuperSU v0.92 – credits Chainfire
- Persistent ADB enabled
- Init.d support
- Busybox
- Memory optimizations
- Ramdisk Tweaks
- Venom Tweaks – HUGE collection of customizable tweaks
- Venom HUB! – download themes/read news/send feedbacks directly from your phone
- Extended Quicksettings
- Advanced Power Menu
- CM statusbar brighntess mod
- Added secure and blocklist folders to message app
- All Market apps Updated to latest
- Latest hosts file (Adaway)
- Choose between Apex or Nova launcher in desense
- Custom Venom Package Installer
Make sure you have installed all your USB drivers for the HTC Evo 4G to connect it with the computer. Download HTC Evo 4G USB drivers! Apart from just the USB drivers, there are a few more things that you need to take care of.
1. You need to enable USB debugging mode. This helps to connect your Android phone with the PC. See here: How to Enable USB Debugging.
2. Your phone battery should be 80-85% charged. If your phone goes off suddenly because of battery, during flashing ROMs or installing mods and updates — your phone might go dead permanently. See here: How to Check Battery Percentage.
3. Backup all your important data that you might need as soon as your flash a new ROM, or make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. See below on how to backup data:
- Backup your SMS messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore SMS Messages.
- Backup Contacts, Gmail and Google Data. How? –> Sync with Google Sync.
- Backup Call History. How? –> How to Backup Call History.
- Backup WhatsApp Messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore WhatsApp Messages.
- Backup APN Settings: GPRS, 3G, MMS Settings.
4. Your phone should be factory unlocked. Additional instructions for locked Android devices will be added in the tutorial for unlocking devices.
Now, let's proceed with the tutorial below and install Viper4G custom firmware on HTC Evo 4G.
How to Install Viper4G on HTC Evo 4G
We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to install Viper4G ROM on HTC Evo 4G. Please read every line carefully below. We suggest, read the tutorial once before actually performing it on your phone.
To Remember:
- This tutorial is only for HTC Evo 4G. Please don't try this on any other variants of the phone.
- Make sure you backup all your data in your phone before proceeding.
- This is not an official HTC software update. This is a custom third-party ROM.
- Bootloader should be unlocked. How? –> How to Unlock Bootloader of HTC Phones.
- Make sure ClockworkMod Recovery is installed and your phone is rooted.
If you have fulfilled all the requirements above, then proceed to the actual tutorial.
Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:
Step 1 – Download Viper4G ROM for HTC Evo 4G to your computer.
Step 2 – Connect and mount your HTC Evo 4G USB (mass) memory on your computer using the USB cable.
Step 3 – Now copy/paste the Viper4G ROM zip file to your SD card. Make sure the file is in the SD card root.
Step 4 – Then turn off your phone.
Step 5 – Now to get in the bootloader mode. Turn on the phone while pressing and holding the Volume Up + Power buttons.
Step 6 – Follow the navigation instructions on the screen. Select BOOTLOADER and then go to RECOVERY.
Step 7 – In ClockworkMod recovery, wipe data first. Then scroll down to "flash zip from SD card" and press the power button to select it.
Step 8 – Press the power button again and select "choose zip from sdcard".
Step 9 –Now using your volume keys, navigate to Viper4G ROM zip file and select it using the power button. Confirm the installation on the next screen and the installation procedure should start now.
Step 10 – After the installation completes, go to "+++++Go Back" and reboot the phone by selecting "reboot system now" from the recovery menu. The phone will boot now and it might take about 5 minutes to boot on your first time. So, please wait.
That's it! Your HTC Evo 4G should now have Viper4G ROM installed on your phone! Go to Settings >About phone to verify.
Have fun playing with it! If you have any issues, please post them up in the comments below!


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Research Interests: political behavior, political engagement, identity politics, public opinion, social movements, research methods
Alexandra is President of the Political Science Graduate Students Association (PSGA) at the University of Kansas. She received the 2017-2018 Allan J. Cigler Academic Enrichment Fund Award from the KU Political Science Department.
She has been a member of the Secretariat at American Model United Nations International in Chicago, Illinois since 2015.


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I need to group products.
I explain:
let's say I sell a green box. I have in stock 3 green box, I sell 1 green box so when I issue the invoice my stock will automatically decrees of 1. This is OK, it works like this already.
Now let's say I sell a "special green box" that is another article with another code. The special green box consist in 1 green box, 1 small plastic ball inside the box and 1 pencil inside the box.
So, when I sell the "special green box" I would like my stock automatically decrees of:
1 green box;
1 small plastic ball;
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Xiaomi Redmi 1S Review
Honor Play Review: The budget flagship
Setting up a new category among smartphones
When Honor started, it was introduced to be just another Huawei phone or a sub-brand of one of the most popular phone makers in the world. Honor worked its way up and since they offer similar-performing products compared to Huawei at a cheaper price, they gained a following.
When the Honor 10 was introduced to the global market three months ago, it was already a bang for one's buck. The phone offers flagship specifications for around US$ 450 and has a premium design with gradient colors.
Nothing is stopping Honor from challenging the market and the Honor Play is their latest weapon of choice to attract power users that don't want to spend much on a phone. Starting at just US$ 300, the Honor Play is a flagship smartphone priced within the midrange segment.
It's got a large 6.3-inch display with a wide notch
The notch contains a 16MP selfie camera and a few sensors
The small chin at the bottom proudly says it's an Honor phone
It has a hybrid card slot for nano-SIM and microSD cards
To its right are physical buttons for power and volume
The top is virtually empty…
While the bottom is quite busy
The back is mostly identical to a flagship phone from Huawei
Common yet premium design
If you've been reading about Huawei phones lately, you'd immediately notice that the Honor Play looks a lot like the Huawei P20 and its variants. To make theirs a bit different, Honor did make some changes. Instead of a glass back, the Honor Play has an aluminum unibody. This makes the phone cold in hand (when unused) and feel solidly built.
Like any unibody phone, the Honor Play has antenna lines to let radio signals pass through. The antenna lines blend with the overall color of the phone, akin to the iPhone 7's style.
Thanks to the display's tall 19.5:9 aspect ratio, the phone is easy to use with one hand. While we're talking about the display, I'll point out that the cutout or the infamous notch is pretty wide. It's not as slim as the P20's and is definitely not as small as Essential Phone's, but it's got an advantage: it appears to have an extra sensor (probably infrared) to aid in facial recognition in the dark.
The fingerprint sensor on the back is always present when you don't wish to use facial recognition as your phone's security measure. It's indeed quicker to unlock the phone using fingerprints since the reader is already one of the fastest.
Overall, there's nothing to complain about the Honor Play's design and construction. It's got the premium design of more expensive devices, has quicker facial recognition than the competition, and it definitely doesn't feel like anything in its range. There's quality to the phone's body and that alone is a huge advantage.
But, of course, there's more to know about the Honor Play. Let's now talk about its specifications.
Flagship performance has never been so affordable
The Honor Play is rocking a Kirin 970 processor with up to 6GB of memory. It's essentially the cheapest Huawei P20 alternative performance-wise. I kinda feel bad for Huawei P20 users, to be honest, because Honor is offering similar performance in a cheaper package. Even Huawei offers P20-like performance with the Nova 3. The Honor 10 and Huawei Nova 3 are already affordable alternatives, but the Honor Play is the cheapest.
What does the Kirin 970 have? It's currently Huawei's most powerful chipset available, but the successor is just around the corner which kind of explains why it's now cheaper to produce. You'll have flagship phone performance with the Honor Play thanks to its processor.
The phone I have for review has 4GB of memory, but there's a 6GB variant available in select markets. Even with 4GB of memory, I didn't encounter any lag during my time with the phone. The phone runs EMUI 8.2 on top of Android 8.1 Oreo, which is not exactly the most visually pleasing (or maybe for me), but the extra features are handy for everyday use.
The phone will not be called "Play" if it's not for gaming. The Honor Play comes with GPU Turbo out of the box, but it only benefits two games as of writing: Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and PUBG: Mobile. With its already-capable processor and Mali-G72 MP12 GPU, the Honor Play can easily handle these games on high settings without stuttering. Other graphics-intensive titles like Asphalt 9: Legends and Darkness Rises are also highly playable.
There's not much to like about its cameras
There may be two cameras at the back of the Honor Play, but the secondary shooter is purely for depth sensing. The main camera has a 16-megapixel sensor with an f/2.2 aperture while the second one is a 2-megapixel depth sensor. Of course, there's AI on board and like we've seen with the Honor 10, it's a hit or miss.
Basically, when you have AI turned on, it automatically processes the image based on what the camera sees. But, for most of the time, it looks like it's just driving up the saturation and contrast. Good thing you can always turn this off to get a more natural-looking image. Also, the f/2.2 aperture doesn't help take a brighter image in low-light environments.
Check out these samples shot with AI:
When it comes to selfies, the Honor Play doesn't disappoint but it has the same over-processed look like with the rear. There's a 16-megapixel sensor hiding in the display notch which can take decent selfies with extra effects that Honor claims to be part of the phone's AI. There's beauty mode, as expected, but it's not as aggressive as OPPO's or Vivo's which is great.
A phone with competitive pricing has to cut corners somewhere, and the Honor Play sacrificed great cameras. Although, if you come to think about it, most phone users usually just post images on social media. Both the rear and front cameras are more than enough to gather likes and compliments online.
No compromise battery life
Inside the Honor Play's aluminum body is a sizeable 3750mAh battery. That means it can last long on a single charge. Kirin processors have been power-efficient on Huawei phones, and the Honor Play inherits that as well. Also, the USB-C port supports fast charging up to 18W.
I've used the phone as my daily driver for quite a while. With my usage, I was always able to get more than 24 hours of battery life on a single charge. I consider my usage to be moderate which includes constant mobile data and Wi-Fi connectivity, social media, Spotify playback, and reliance on Chrome to check websites and do some editorial work on the go. On average, the screen-on time is almost five hours.
Is this your GadgetMatch?
If you're looking for a phone that focuses on performance, then the Honor Play is your GadgetMatch. Most of our readers and viewers are fond of the Honor Play because it's indeed cheap compared to other premium phones, but it's not perfect. Yet, the price tag of the Honor Play gives it a good excuse.
Like with the Honor 10 or Huawei Nova 3i, the Honor Play's AI-enabled camera takes a hit. It's not a bad smartphone camera per se, but it's something not worth noting. The premium build, quality display, and long battery life are already great features to have in a flagship-grade smartphone this cheap.
The Honor Play retails for PhP 15,990 (4GB/64GB) in the Philippines, and INR 19,999 (4GB/64GB) and INR 23,999 (6GB/64GB) in India.
SEE ALSO: List of Huawei and Honor devices getting GPU Turbo
OnePlus 6 review: 3 months later
Extraordinary in being ordinary?
OnePlus has a clever launch cycle: release a flagship shortly after Mobile World Congress, and give that same model a refresh after every other brand unveils their final flagship of the year.
This strategy has given OnePlus a chance to scout the competition before launching its annual smartphones. Considering that the company puts all its eggs in only two premium flagships per year, a single error can spell doom for the brand.
Although OnePlus more or less mastered this formula, releasing one success after another, last year's models felt a little stale. Not only did the features fall a bit flat, the design of the OnePlus 5 and 5T were replicas of sister brand OPPO's own flagships.
We're now at an interesting time in the OnePlus 6's life. Three months in, we can get a better grasp of its place in the market; at the same time, we're only three months away from a possible OnePlus 6T update.
The questions are plenty and time is running out, so let's get down to it.
Is this still the fastest phone on the planet?
A bunch of A-list smartphones have launched since the OnePlus 6 first came to existence, but none have reached the level of speed this thing has.
For one, the OnePlus 6's Snapdragon 845 processor is still the fastest chip in the market, and its combination of 8GB of memory and 256GB of storage (though mine only comes with 128GB) is beat only by the just-released Galaxy Note 9 which has up to 8GB and 512GB, respectively.
But hardware is only one part of the equation; software plays an equal if not more important role since that's what you directly interact with. Having used most of the high-end Android smartphones this year, I can attest to the OnePlus 6's Oxygen OS being the snappiest of them all, followed only by the Mi Mix 2S and its well-optimized MIUI skin.
Whether I'm playing heavy-duty games like Life is Strange or simply browsing the web, nothing fazes this phone. I can only imagine it getting faster once OnePlus starts rolling out Android 9 Pie to its products. The OnePlus 6 is still stuck on Android 8.1 Oreo. While it's not bad by any means, I wish OnePlus were as fast as Essential in this regard.
Are the cameras good enough?
We were fortunate enough to take the OnePlus 6 around the world to truly test its set of cameras. The company doesn't promote its imaging prowess that much, but a pair of 20- and 16-megapixel shooters on the back and a 16-megapixel selfie camera in front aren't anything to belittle.
Like the rest of the interface, the cameras are blazing fast from opening the app to focusing and taking the shot. Even entering the gallery is incredibly snappy. The image quality speaks for itself; DxOMark gave the OnePlus 6 a respectable score of 96, praising the cameras' autofocus, color reproduction, and exposure.
We agree for the most part and have these photos of our travels to share:
Certainly not the best you could hope for in terms of overall quality, but definitely acceptable in day-to-day snaps. I wish OnePlus will continue to push software updates to improve the camera performance, because I feel like some adjustments in post-processing will bring it to the next level.
Even though the secondary rear camera doesn't have a telephoto lens, you can instantly zoom in by 2x while inside the default camera app. But because this is software-assisted, there's some quality loss. I used this only in certain cases wherein I couldn't walk any closer to a subject.
The app itself is a joy to use because of how simple it is. My three most-used modes — video, photo, and portrait — are all within swiping distance, and additional options like slow-motion, pro mode, and panorama are found below them. It can sometimes be simplistic to a fault, however. There's no easy way to change the resolution of your images or videos, and shortcuts to in-app functions are limited.
Can it last over a day?
Battery life is something which the OnePlus 6 is simply okay at. Software updates since the phone's launch have optimized its energy consumption, but there's been no major improvement since then.
From my personal experience, which involves lots of web browsing, photo taking, and short gaming sessions, the 3300mAh battery lasts a little less than a day for me. It's not much of a surprise since the smallish battery has to power such powerful specs and the large display, but you may have to carry a powerbank with you on certain occasions.
On the bright side, we have Dash Charge to fix all our issues. OnePlus' proprietary fast charging tech is still as fast as ever, bringing this phone from zero to a hundred percent in less than one and a half hours. In addition, the body won't heat up while topping up, making things more comfortable for your hand during usage.
The only downside is having to bring the bundled charger with me wherever I go. Without it, I can't take advantage of the fast charging. It's the same sort of hassle as packing a micro-USB cable for the non-USB-C devices I still own.
Does its pricing hold up against the competition?
OnePlus has steadily been increasing its pricing since first entering the market. Their phones are no longer the sub-US$ 500 premium offerings the company was once known for. And yet, other brands have been guiltier in this regard.
We're gradually accepting the fact that US$ 1,000 is turning into the norm for a truly flagship experience. This suddenly makes the OnePlus' pricing seem tame in comparison, considering their products deliver the same speed and quality — if not better.
OnePlus' primary competition lie in the lineups of Xiaomi and ASUS. For instance, the Mi 8 and Mi Mix 2S offer similar specs at slightly lower prices. At the same time, the ZenFone 5Z is sold at an attractive price as well for what it comes with.
Fortunately for OnePlus, these alternatives are more difficult to come by, making its latest device the go-to affordable flagship in most regions. In addition, expect the OnePlus 6 to go down in price once the impending successor arrives in a few months.
What could OnePlus do better?
Spending an extended time with a device not only gives you a chance to enjoy all its features, but also dissect its flaws. For the OnePlus 6, there are a few that have to be addressed.
For one, and this may be my biggest gripe, the lone down-firing speaker is lackluster. For a smartphone that's marketed as a multimedia powerhouse, the audio experience has a lot to be desired. On top of the weak output, bass doesn't have the strength to power through the overly dominant highs. Whenever I play games or watch videos on this phone, earphones have always been a must.
Finally, we have to talk about the overall design. While it's unusual for me to mention aesthetics this late into a review, this is also a telling sign that it's not a highlight. This is OnePlus' re-introduction to glass backs (after the discontinued OnePlus X), and I must say it's not that great. It's slippery and doesn't add to the functionality since there's no IP-rated water resistance or wireless charging, which you'd find on other phones with glass bodies. As for the front, it's your typical notched look — nothing I would fawn over.
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What's so great about the OnePlus 6 is that none of its drawbacks are deal breakers. During my long-term usage, these cons could either be remedied by a simple fix or ignored altogether. And whenever I do wish it could perform better, I remind myself of how much it costs.
With a starting price of US$ 529 for the base model with 6GB of memory and 64GB of storage, you get so much at nearly half the price of other flagship smartphones. You could argue that Xiaomi and Honor offer better bangs for the buck at this price range, but they cater to different audiences with more specialized feature sets.
If you want the fastest-possible phone without going near the US$ 700 mark, this is your best bet. While there's been lots of new competition in the past couple of months and more to come from the likes of Huawei and Google, nothing has thus far reached what the OnePlus 6 excels at.
The only thing hindering this is the possibility of the OnePlus 6T launching by November, like the 5T did in 2017. But if it's anything like last year's model, the upgrade will be incremental and nothing worth splurging on when coming from the non-T variant.
Xiaomi Mi A2 Review: Android One refined
It delivers where it should
Quality products at honest prices — this is Xiaomi's business philosophy, which is why it made so much sense when the company partnered with Google a year ago to release the Mi A1, an Android One phone. Fast forward to a year later and we now have the Xiaomi Mi A2, a refinement on what was already a solid pure Android device.
Being a midrange device, Xiaomi skipped on a few things with the Mi A2. What the Chinese company did with the phone though is focus on two key things: performance and the cameras. However, before we get into those, let's first talk about the design.
Basic design
If you've seen the Mi 6X and think it looks a lot like the Mi A2, that's because these phones are essentially one and the same. The only difference is the Mi A2 runs pure Android versus the Mi 6X which runs Android with MIUI on top.
For a phone that has a nearly 6-inch display (5.99 inches), it didn't feel as hefty as I initially thought it would. There's also a fingerprint sensor at the back that should be easy for most people to reach.
The Mi A2 also skipped the headphone jack, opting instead for two speakers. The twin speakers are pretty impressive — more than enough to fill a small room with whatever you're jamming to.
Xiaomi didn't completely forget about headphone users who still prefer or can't get away from a wired experience. Included in the retail box is a USB-C to 3.5mm jack adapter so you can still use whatever old headphones you have lying around.
The power and volume buttons are on the right side, while on the left you'll find the dual-SIM card slot. Remember what I said earlier about Xiaomi skipping things? The second SIM card slot isn't hybrid, which means the storage isn't expandable.
The variant I reviewed has 4GB of memory and 64GB of storage. There's also one with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage but if you require more space, you're out of luck.
Pure performance
Enough about its shortcomings, though; let's talk about the good stuff. Powering the Mi A2 is a Snapdragon 660. It's an AI-capable chip and its capabilities are more noticeable on the camera. More on that later.
Being an Android One phone, the Mi A2 runs a pure version of Android 8.1 Oreo. This also means your default gallery is Google Photos which gives you unlimited cloud storage. In a way, this can help address the lack of a microSD card slot.
There's also zero bloatware. That means there are fewer apps slowing your device down and eating up the smaller-than-expected 3010mAh battery.
In the little over three weeks that I used the phone, I can say for sure that the battery holds up really well. On occasions when I used it heavily, I would end the day with roughly around 15 to 20 percent left. On more regular days I'm left with 40 to 50 percent. This includes the periodic and mostly mindless browsing on social media, toggling through chat apps, getting lost in the YouTube black hole of videos, and catching an episode or two of a series on Netflix.
Personally, I don't play a lot of mobile games but for the purpose of this review, I sparingly played Dragon Ball Legends and a little bit of Asphalt Xtreme. It ran both games with zero lag on max graphics settings. However, I never played for an extended amount time. My gaming sessions lasted only around 10 to 20 minutes.
If your usage patterns are similar to mine, you'll enjoy using the Mi A2. It manages basic smartphone tasks with ease and can probably handle your favorite mobile games with no problems as well.
AI-assisted cameras
Xiaomi talked a great deal about the the cameras on the Mi A2. To be honest, I was skeptical at first, but after taking a few shots around the cities of Toledo and Madrid in Spain, the Mi A2's cameras completely won me over.
The Snapdragon 660 is also at work on these cameras along with the 20MP + 12MP hardware combo. The 12-megapixel sensor takes clearer daytime photos while the 20-megapixel shooter takes care of your low-light needs.
The AI scene detection on the Mi A2 works in the background, automatically selecting the best settings depending on the subject or scene you're shooting. Take a look at these samples:
I absolutely love taking portraits and the Mi A2 didn't disappoint. It uses both the camera and AI to give you photos with creamy bokeh.
The portrait mode also works in the front-facing camera. Take a look at these selfies:
The video stabilization is another aspect that was surprising. You won't notice it while you're shooting but after the phone has finished processing, you'll see really smooth video. Your pans will look clean even if you don't use the phone with a gimbal.
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There are absolutely zero gimmicks in the Mi A2 — just straight up everything you need in both software and hardware. You could argue that leaving out the headphone jack and microSD card slot will leave some users wanting, but Xiaomi offered solutions by way of an adapter and Google Photos.
Other than that, the Mi A2 delivers where it promised it would — a smooth performance on a clean, pure Android interface along with AI-assisted cameras that take amazing photos no matter the lighting condition.
For a phone that costs roughly around US$ 315 (Official pricing at launch of variant reviewed is EUR 279), that's certainly a sweet deal that probably gets even sweeter depending on the region you're in. It's a quality product at an honest price.
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I have windows 7 ultimate x64, a custom built pc, it has been fine for about 3 years, but ever since about one or two weeks ago i just kept getting bsods every so often. Here are the files attached, if if you want any other information i will tell you anything you need! i wish i could pay some of you back somehow, it is so great you help people like this! it is really annoying, i use my pc for file sharing, and when it bsods, i can't access it anymore..
i do often have 4 usb hard drives plugged in at the same time, via a usb hub, and firefox/chromium for some reason always dies on facebook and youtube (maybe other site, but none i came came across) firefox just freezes up and crashes, and chromium just tells me the tab is frozen and tells me to 'kill' it. i have no idea if this happens for the same reason, but it started happening around the same time as the bsods. (chromium did let me go on facebook/youtube for a day or two, i installed it because i couldn't access them via firefox anymore, but then after 2 days they stopped working in chromium as well..) it is a mystery to me.
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Bugcheck 101 is mainly caused by a defective CPU or outdated BIOS
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Win 7 A Clock Interrupt... BSOD (101 Error)
Go to your motherboard's website and check your version of your BIOS. See if there are any problems you are having that are solved by a a later version. I do not often recommend flashing the BIOS because there is a risk involved. If there is problem addressed by a BIOS that applies to your computer, consider flashing your BIOS to the latest version. If you choose to do this, flash you BIOS outside of Windows.
Run Prime 95 again to test your CPU and your ram. Carefully the instructions in this tutorial: CPU - Stress Test with Prime95. Run 3 separate tests, one on each of the settings (Blend, Small FFTs, Large FFTs). Post back with your results.
ASACPI.sys the 2005 version is a huge cause of BSOD's
Please visit this link: ASUSTeK Computer Inc.-Support- download_item_mkt
Scroll down to the Utilities category, then scroll down to the "ATK0110 driver for WindowsXP/Vista/Windows 7 32&64-bit " (it's about the 8th item down).
Download and install it.
Go to C:\Windows\System32\drivers to check and make sure that the ASACPI.sys file is date stamped from 2009 or 2010 (NOT 2005).
Please remove any CD virtualization programs such as Daemon Tools and Alcohol 120%. They use a driver, found in your dmp, sptd.sys, that is notorious for causing BSODs. Use this SPTD uninstaller when you're done: DuplexSecure - Downloads
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ASACPI.sys fffff880`03dec000 fffff880`03df4000 0x00008000 0x42476c4c 28/03/2005 06:30:36
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******************************************************************************* * * * Bugcheck Analysis * * * ******************************************************************************* Use !analyze -v to get detailed debugging information. BugCheck 101, {61, 0, fffff880009e8180, 1} Probably caused by : Unknown_Image ( ANALYSIS_INCONCLUSIVE ) CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT (101) An expected clock interrupt was not received on a secondary processor in an MP system within the allocated interval. This indicates that the specified processor is hung and not processing interrupts. Arguments: Arg1: 0000000000000061, Clock interrupt time out interval in nominal clock ticks. Arg2: 0000000000000000, 0. Arg3: fffff880009e8180, The PRCB address of the hung processor. Arg4: 0000000000000001, 0. Debugging Details: ------------------ BUGCHECK_STR: CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT_2_PROC CUSTOMER_CRASH_COUNT: 1 DEFAULT_BUCKET_ID: VISTA_DRIVER_FAULT PROCESS_NAME: System CURRENT_IRQL: d STACK_TEXT: fffff880`009a9768 fffff800`02c77443 : 00000000`00000101 00000000`00000061 00000000`00000000 fffff880`009e8180 : nt!KeBugCheckEx fffff880`009a9770 fffff800`02cd35f7 : 00000004`00000000 fffff800`00000001 00000000`00002710 00000000`00000000 : nt! ?? ::FNODOBFM::`string'+0x4e3e fffff880`009a9800 fffff800`02c1a895 : fffff800`02c3f460 fffff880`009a99b0 fffff800`02c3f460 00000000`00000000 : nt!KeUpdateSystemTime+0x377 fffff880`009a9900 fffff800`02cc73f3 : 00000000`06dd6e96 fffff800`02e43e80 fffff6fc`40004308 fffff880`009e8180 : hal!HalpHpetClockInterrupt+0x8d fffff880`009a9930 fffff800`02d005a3 : 00000000`00000000 00000000`00000001 00000000`00000000 00000000`00000000 : nt!KiInterruptDispatchNoLock+0x163 fffff880`009a9ac0 fffff800`02cd8e2c : 00000000`00000000 fffff6fc`40004308 00000000`00000000 00000000`00000000 : nt!KxFlushEntireTb+0x93 fffff880`009a9b00 fffff800`02d126b9 : fffff6fc`40004308 00000000`0000000c fffff800`02e43e80 00000000`00000010 : nt!KeFlushMultipleRangeTb+0x28c fffff880`009a9bd0 fffff800`02d1228f : 00000000`00055d00 00000000`0000000f 00000000`00000000 00000000`00000000 : nt!MiZeroPageChain+0x14e fffff880`009a9c10 fffff800`02f6e166 : fffffa80`018bf5b0 00000000`00000080 fffffa80`018bfb30 fffff800`02ca9479 : nt!MmZeroPageThread+0x7da fffff880`009a9d40 fffff800`02ca9486 : fffff800`02e43e80 fffffa80`018bf5b0 fffff800`02e51c40 30300080`129c00db : nt!PspSystemThreadStartup+0x5a fffff880`009a9d80 00000000`00000000 : 00000000`00000000 00000000`00000000 00000000`00000000 00000000`00000000 : nt!KxStartSystemThread+0x16 STACK_COMMAND: kb SYMBOL_NAME: ANALYSIS_INCONCLUSIVE FOLLOWUP_NAME: MachineOwner MODULE_NAME: Unknown_Module IMAGE_NAME: Unknown_Image DEBUG_FLR_IMAGE_TIMESTAMP: 0 FAILURE_BUCKET_ID: X64_CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT_2_PROC_ANALYSIS_INCONCLUSIVE BUCKET_ID: X64_CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT_2_PROC_ANALYSIS_INCONCLUSIVE Followup: MachineOwner ---------
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Bone marrow transplant recipient becomes a nurse
A group of nursing students in Ohio has been inspired by a classmate to raise money for cancer patients in need of a bone marrow transplant.
Catrina Saterfield, a 31-year-old nursing student at Ohio's Hondros College, was diagnosed with leukemia in October 2008 and found a donor match for a bone marrow transplant via the Be The Match Foundation. Now, the mother of two is inspiring her fellow nursing students to participate in the Be The Match – Be The One Run that aims to raise money and awareness for cancer patients who are also in need of this life-saving procedure.
"The public doesn't realize that there are cancer patients out there waiting for a marrow match," Saterfield said in a press release. "They can have a hand in curing someone's blood cancer. The more money we raise, the more potential donors we can add to the registry and the more lives, like mine, can be saved."
Saterfield credits her illness with her decision to switch careers from accounting to nursing.
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Watch Sarah Silverman's Unaired, Failed NBC Pilot
It's pretty fun and occasionally naked.
All the way back in the unforgettable spring of 2012, Sarah Silverman shot a pilot for NBC about a woman who returns to her old apartment after a ten-year relationship ends. It co-starred Tig Notaro, June Diane Raphael, and Harris Wittels, and obviously was not picked up. The studio that owned it, however, was nice enough to let Silverman put the entire thing up on her YouTube channel. Entitled Susan 313, it's a pretty good approximation of Silverman's comedic voice, just a little mainstreamed to make sense as a traditional network sitcom. It's funny in moments and naked in other moments. Jeff Goldblum makes a cameo, which is never a bad thing. It might be too late, but maybe if a lot of people send their pubes to NBC, they'll change their mind and give it a series order.


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Lewis Hamilton has found a secret tutor for his crucial showdown with bitter rival Fernando Alonso - the Spaniard himself.
The canny 22-year-old has ordered a stack of videos of how his McLaren-Mercedes team-mate wrapped up the last two world titles here at the Brazilian Grand Prix.
And he has also studied the way Alonso's legendary predecessor Michael Schumacher grabbed a record five successive world titles.
Hamilton is treading virgin ground as he attempts to become the first rookie champion in the sport's 57-year history and achieve a feat that would make him greater than both of them.
Although he has won over a dozen titles in his rocketship ascent to Formula 1, who better to teach him how to handle the crushing pressure of grabbing the sport's biggest prize?
"I've looked at what Fernando has done for the last few years here and what Michael did in previous years and tried to learn something from their strengths or weaknesses," said Hamilton.
In the same baking crucible where Alonso wrenched the crown from Schumacher, he is trying to do the same to the Spaniard.
Even with the world watching he could afford a little joke at his own expense over his China visit to the sand-trap two weeks ago and said he had already done another bit of valuable research.
"I've checked and there is no gravel in the pit lane entry here," he joked. "I am going to do the same job as always but try to stay on the track this time!"
How do you begin to describe this boyman who, less than 26 racing hours after his Grand Prix arrival, could be crowned champion.
Sitting feet away from the humble Hamilton yesterday, it was difficult not to be impressed as he shoulders the hopes of a nation in his first season. At this level being competitive is tough enough for most rookies, winning is beyond all but the elite. Beating a champion even once is a rare event, leading one for most of the season was unheard of until now. And if he beats him to the title? All in his very first year? Amazing.
Many believe Hamilton has already earned the right to wear a Superman outfit. And yesterday he said he's love to do just that - and copy the exploits of MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi who meets his fans on his celebration lap, grabs his national flag and dons wacky Batman or Superman outfits for the podium celebrations.
"Look at the way the fans hug him on the bike after a race. I'm not saying I want everyone to hug me but it would be cool to do the things he does. It does so much for the sport," he added.
The unique individual that he is, Hamilton said he is willing to risk the wrath of FIA officials and his own team if he finally manages to grasp his own dream and win.
"If someone passes me a Union Jack on the slowing down lap it'd be cool to fly it. My hero Ayrton Senna used to do it here. Massa did it last year. That'd be cool."
And he also promised to break another taboo if he triumphs and hurl his £2million race machine in a tyre-screaming, engine-wrecking circle known as a donut before getting out of the car.
"If I win I'll definitely do it," added Hamilton. "When a race finishes it's dull. You never see drivers doing donuts. It would be cool to finish a race and do a donut.
"The teams don't like it because you could break something but if it breaks I'll pay for it. I doubt they'd be happy but I'd do it anyway."
Behind a calm that is eery for one so young there is a glint that the enormity of what he could achieve is finally beginning to sink in.
"To be honest I try not to think about it," he added. "It blows my mind."
When he walked the track on Thursday to study every bump of this notorious track, he was asked if there was any growing sense of how it would feel when the empty grandstands are groaning under the weight of passionate Brazilian fans, the klaxons sound and the deafening samba drums strike up?
He added: "No, not really. Actually I love the track. It's a real racers' circuit." The perfect place for his coronation then.
Simplest Scenario: A top-two finish makes Hamilton champion.
If Hamilton WINS the race he becomes champion.
If Hamilton finishes SECOND to either driver he becomes champion.
If Hamilton finishes THIRD Alonso can only beat him by winning. They would tie on points but the Spaniard becomes champion on a superior wins count-back (five to four).
If Lewis finishes FOURTH he is champion as long as Alonso doesn't win.
If Hamilton is in any position in the top
Five it does not matter where Raikkonen finishes.
If Lewis finishes FIFTH Alonso has to win to become champion.
If he finishes SIXTH Raikkonen can take the title with a win and would take the title on a superior wins count-back (six to four wins). But Alonso can beat both by finishing second.
If Hamilton finishes EIGHTH Alonso can take the title by finishing in the top three.
If ALONSO wins Hamilton has to be second.
If ALONSO is out of the top four he cannot become champion.
If RAIKKONEN wins Hamilton has to finish in the top five to beat him but it depends on Alonso's results.
If RAIKKONEN is out of the top two he cannot be champion.


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In this article, you will find a selection of the best programs for editing photos on Mac. These free photo editing apps for Mac will help you to make your most beautiful photos and the way you want.
Apple products are famous for being great for editing photos, audio, and video. And they are very good, even. But a Macbook or an iMac is already an expensive product, so, having to pay hundreds of dollars more for a high-end editing software may be too heavy.
Currently, there are many free image editors, with which you can make various changes and modify the images with some professionalism. The hardest part is choosing which even the best image editor to work. To help you, we separated a list of those who are, for us, the top 5 free programs for Mac. The offer is very varied and it is up to you to choose the best suited for your work. But before we look at that list, check out some texts that are sure to please you:
Best free video editing programs for Mac.
Best free productivity apps for Mac.
Best Microsoft Office alternatives for Mac.
Top free programs for editing images on your Mac.
The Gimp is a free image editor for Mac. This is a good free alternative to Photoshop and has a number of tools and resources to handle, cut and apply effects to any image. It also offers advanced editing tools that let you apply layers, filter and textures in the images. The program supports several file formats such as JPEG, GIF, PNG, TIFF and even special with multi-resolution. You can even extend the compatibility with plugins and extensions. The software supports the installation of more than 100 types of plugins. It is the ideal software for those who like to manipulate photos, but no money to invest in Photoshop version.
Download Seashore for Mac Here
Seashore is an open source image editor for Mac. It offers all the basic tools you want on a good and free program. It also has some advanced features – you may need. You can use gradients and textures in texts and brushes, for example. The app also supports multiple layers and alpha layer. The interface is simple, unique and windows appear in the pop-over scheme. There are a number of filters such as blur, color effects and enhancements that you can apply in your image.
It is perhaps one of the best-known and also one of the most practical to use. Pixlr is completely free and you do not even need to do any download. Just come and start editing your image. It is very similar to Photoshop and even the shortcuts are equal to the Adobe software. Although it is full of opinions, it usually gives some problems not only in image editing but also the export of the same. It allows you to upload images from your computer, URL or open images from your Facebook. Despite its flaws, it is a tool that should be tested.
Photos is a new option for editing your images on Mac (those with OS X Yosemite, anyway). Along with iCloud Photo Library, Photos gets the job done very well in just a few mouse clicks and keeps all of your high resolution pictures (and videos, you might want them) in the cloud, available at all times from OS X and iOS devices. The application Photos is much faster and more capable than iPhoto.
Photoscape X
Download Photoscape X for Mac Here
Photoscape X is a free program for Mac that allows you to work with digital photos in 360 degrees through a series of tools that can meet various needs. It allows you to view and catalog your digital photos in all major file formats, rename images, create collages and edit photos using various filters. The main advantage of this program is that it can be easily used even by those who have never used a graphics software in his/her life: just press the button for all effect to apply to the selected photo and the application takes care of the rest.
What is your thinking of this selection of the top free apps for Mac? Do you have any other suggestions? Write down your thoughts and suggestions below. Your recommendations will help us to make this article complete, also helpful for other Mac users. Thank you for reading.


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Place onion, garlic, ginger, saffron, lime juice, yogurt and the remaining spices in a bowl. Stir to combine.
Place the hens in a baking dish and rub the entire hen, including the cavity with the marinade. Cover the hens and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.
Preheat the grill to high. Skewer the hens on the rotisserie and grill for approximately 1 1/4 hours or until cooked through.
Place the sliced onions in a bowl of ice water, cover and refrigerate while the hens are grilling. Right before serving, remove the onions from the water and pat dry. Half the hens and serve with onion slices, cilantro sprigs and lime wedges.
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Alyssa & Emily
We are two animal-loving girls from Northern California. Emily and Alyssa met in middle school, and slowly became friends. After years of friendship, a more meaningful bond grew between the two. They love sharing hard-core concerts with each other, as well as vegan meals, long walks though the city, and looking at all of the adorable animals in Davis (while trying to restrain from bringing more home!).
Emily is focusing on her education in the medical field while working part time to support both herself and her partner. She hopes to graduate from her college's program and begin a career helping enrich lives through medicine and compassion.
Alyssa is finishing her college degree and is looking for opportunities to use her Bachelor's degree to enrich the lives of animals and the LGBT community. She currently works part time to pay the bills, and hopes to begin saving more money for all of the traveling she and her partner dream of doing in their married life.
Both Emily and Alyssa hope to someday serve in the Peace Corps and travel the world.
Love InspirationThe distant future, the distant future. Affirmative.
Fast FactsFirst met: Too long ago to remember!
First date: March 2007; AFI concert!
Got engaged: February 11, 2011
Ceremony location: Northern California/Sacramento
Favorite planning resource: OffbeatBride.com
Honeymoon destination: Anywhere our whims will take us; so long as our wallets can keep up!
In Case You Were WonderingWe're calling our celebration: Wedding!!
Our wedding colors: Aubergine, slate, and gold
We will be wearing: Formal attire
Who proposed to who: Emily proposed to Alyssa
Our last name will be: to be determined


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The Hagan Scholarship
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship. Recipients must graduate from a public high school located in a county in the United States having fewer than 50,000 residents. The scholarship provides up to $6,000 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters. Over six hundred Hagan Scholars from 37 states will attend 236 colleges and universities the fall semester of 2018.


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Eastern fabrics, though he and she must lie on a truckle-bed. The ambitious dreamer sees himself at the summit of power, while he slavishly prostrates himself in the mire. The tradesman stagnates in his damp, unhealthy shop, while he builds a great mansion for his son to inherit prematurely, only to be ejected from it by law proceedings at his own brother's instance.
After all, is there a less pleasing thing in the world than a house of pleasure? Singular question! Man is always at strife with himself. His present woes give the lie to his hopes; yet he looks to a future which is not his, to indemnify him for these present sufferings; setting upon all his actions the seal of inconsequence and of the weakness of his nature. We have nothing here below in full measure but misfortune.
There were several gamblers in the room already when the young man entered. Three bald-headed seniors were lounging round the green table. Imperturbable as diplomatists, those plaster-cast faces of theirs betokened blunted sen


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Gauteng offers the visitor a variety of museums and tourist
attractions, covering a wide range of interests - cultural and
natural history, politics, paleontology, military history, gold and
diamond mining, photography and wildlife. Select one of the options
listed, or take a "Go-as-you-Please" tour and include as much as
you wish in the time available.
The Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg
is regarded as the pre-eminent museum in the world dealing with
20th century South Africa, at the heart of which is the story
of apartheid. The Museum opened its doors in
2001 and here visitors can embark on a historical voyage of
discovery, a personal exploration of the past that
examines apartheid right up to the first democratic elections
held in 1994. The self-guided tour of the
museum lasts approximately two
The Constitution Hill precinct is
bordered by the inner-city neighbourhoods of Braamfontein and
Hillbrow. It is here that South Africa's new Constitutional Court
opened in March 2004. The new court building is, most
appropriately, established on the site of the Johannesburg Fort,
built as a fortress in 1898 and later converted to one of the
country's most notorious prisons - popularly known as "Number
Four". The Fort closed its doors in 1983. Your visit here includes
the museum that has been established in the old prison and will
bring home the significance of this development and what it means
for the future of Johannesburg.
The following rules apply to the
underground tour to ensure the safety of our guests:
* Pregnant woman and children under 6 years of age are not
permitted to go underground;
* Visitors with the following conditions
are not permitted to go underground: Claustrophobia; High or Low
Blood Pressure; anyone with any walking defect such as an
artificial foot or leg; anyone who recently had major surgery or
anyone who has ever had heart bypass surgery; anyone who
suffers from Asthma, or anyone who is visually
* Visitors may not be barefoot when doing
the tour, shoes must be worn at all times;
The name Johannesburg is synonymous
with South Africa's gold-mining industry, after all, this is the
city that was founded way back in 1886 as a miner's village on the
Witwatersrand goldfields. Today, the Gold Reef City theme park and
museum - built around the original No.14 shaft of Crown Mines -
recreates the city of Johannesburg as it was during the early days
of the gold rush.
On arrival you will meet your guide,
who will conduct your tour through the complex. You'll delight in
the myths and magic of gold, the glimpse into the lifestyle of
those early pioneers, the excitement of traveling 220 meters (720
feet)below the surface to see first-hand how precious gold is
extracted from the earth. Watch the liquid yellow metal being
poured into ingots. Enjoy the remarkable recreation of Victorian
Johannesburg and the legendary characters that featured in the
world's greatest gold discovery. A stunning experience, not to be
In the early 1900's, the Magaliesberg were rich in
wildlife and home to abundant elephants. As a result of pressure by
man, this sensitive animal disappeared from the landscape. One
hundred years later the elephants have returned to this area, to a
special place in the heart of the beautiful African bushveld.
Nestled in the Magaliesberg Mountains only one hour from
Johannesburg and Pretoria, the Elephant Sanctuary lies in a
malaria-free area - the greater part within the Magaliesberg Nature
Reserve. It is surrounded by natural indigenous bush and is home to
impala, klipspringer, baboons, porcupine, caracal, leopard, a host
of other small mammals, 350 bird species and of course, six
magnificent African Elephants. Your visit will bring you close to
these magnificent animals, an experience to cherish and remember
are guided in small groups on foot through The Elephant Sanctuary.
The guide will provide in-depth information and insight into
African elephants. You will be introduced to the elephants in
the mountain area, uphill walk approximately 200m, and here you
will be able to touch and interact with the elephants. You will see
the special relationship that the elephant handlers share with
their elephants and become a part of it. Short walk with the
elephants trunk-in-hand. See where the elephant sleep at night in
their stables. Feed the elephants. On some hot days you may even
see the elephants swimming.
TOUR only (WELS-1)…………After the tour, enjoy lunch on the main deck
overlooking the elephants. PLEASE NOTE - the restauarant is
closed until further notice for renovations.
* Transfers to and from the Cheetah Centre are on a private basis,
but on arrival visitors join a public tour commencing at
either 8:00am, 8:30am or 1:30pm
* Children under 6 years are not permitted on these
The De Wildt Cheetah Centre was established by Ann Van Dyk and
brother Godfrey in 1971 with the aim of breeding endangered
species. Since that time the Centre's efforts have resulted in the
major achievement of breeding what was once a threatened species,
the cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus). Over the years, over 750 cheetah
cubs have been born at De Wildt - a dramatic contrast to the days
when the cheetah population of South Africa was estimated at a mere
While the cheetah project was the base from which the Centre
launched its conservation ethic, it soon widened to include other
rare and endangered animals such as the wild dog, brown hyaena,
serval, suni antelope, blue and red duiker, bontebok, riverine
rabbit and vultures - including the very rare Egyptian vulture.
Many of these have been successfully bred for later reintroduction
into the wild, thus helping to repopulate areas where such species
have disappeared or are no longer abundant.
During 2000, as a reaction to the declining numbers of cheetah
in the wild, De Wildt spearheaded the formation of the National
Cheetah Management Forum which developed a national strategy for
the protection of free-roaming cheetah. One action to come from the
group, was the realization of the need for a national census of
free-roaming cheetah. This census was begun in 2003 and continued
for three years.
The country of South Africa has awakened to the success of the
De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Trust. In 2002, its founder and
director, Ann van Dyk, received the gold medal from the Wildlife
and Environment Society; and that was followed, in 2003, by Ann
being awarded the Chancellors Award from the University of
Nestled in the foothills of the Magaliesberg in North West
Province, the Centre is situated about one hour from Johannesburg
and forty-five minutes from Pretoria. It is close to the
Hartbeespoort Dam, a popular destination for day excursions from
Pretoria and Johannesburg. During 2009 the centre was renamed the
Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre. This is an exceptionally interesting
tour, providing the visitor with a unique opportunity to learn more
about South Africa's fascinating wildlife - and the efforts to
preserve it for future generations.
AVAILABILITY: Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, daily in
the afternoon
PICK-UP TIME: 07:00 or 12:00
AVAILABILITY: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
SPECIAL NOTES: This option is the same as tour WCHC-1 above,
except that the cheetah run is added and the tour commences half an
hour earlier.
SPECIAL NOTE: Children under 10 years are not permitted to join
this tour
When diamonds were first discovered in about 1888 in the river
systems east of where Cullinan is today, a fascinating history
began which led to the discovery of Premier Mine (now Cullinan
Diamond Mine). The mine was discovered on a farm called
Elandsfontein, owned by Willem Prinsloo. Thomas Cullinan bought the
farm and soon after, in 1902, the Premier Diamond Mining Company
was registered. Prospecting began without delay and mining began
the following year. In 1905, one of the greatest events in diamond
history took place when an enormous diamond, weighing 3106 carats,
was found. It was named after Thomas Cullinan and still remains the
largest diamond ever found.
After the horror of World War 2 came to an end in 1945, Premier
was reopened but took 10 months to pump out around four billion
litres of water that had accumulated in the mine's 189m-deep pit
over it's 14 dormant years. At this time Premier began its foray
into underground mining and a prosperous new period had begun.
In 1977 the Premier (Transvaal) Diamond Company was amalgamated
into De Beers Consolidated and a breath of fresh air blew through
the mine. More recently, in July 2008, the mine was bought by Petra
Diamonds is still fully operational today.
Cullinan is one of the world's most celebrated diamond mines and
is renowned for producing many of the most spectacular diamonds
ever seen, such as the Cullinan, Premier Rose, Niarchos, the
Centenary and the Golden Jubilee.
Lesedi African Lodge is a multi cultural village
set amongst the pristine bushveld and rocky hills less than an
hour's drive north of Johannesburg. Live the experience -
experience the vibrant and colourful traditions of the Basotho,
Ndebele, Pedi, Xhosa and Zulu people on a short tour, be part of
traditional Africa for just a short while. You will never forget
The morning
program at 11:30 is known as the Monati
experience and the late afternoon program at
16:30 is known as the Boma
experience. Both experiences follow this
* Arrive in the car park to a vibrant traditional African welcome
and a refreshing welcome drink;
* Browse in the Ndebele village and African craft market where
Ndebele murals decorate the walls and courtyard;
* Attend a multi-visual theatre presentation on the history and
origin of our peoples;
* Guests are divided into smaller groups and taken on a guided tour
of four homesteads - Zulu, Xhosa, Basotho and Pedi;
* After a few drinks in the bar, guests and the families meet back
in the Boma for traditional song and dance of all the villages. The
dance culminates in communal dancing with the guests around the
* A Pan African Feast is served in the Nyama Choma restaurant with
delicacies from North, East and Southern Africa.
AS FROM 1st APRIL 2016, STERKFONTEIN &
Visitors to Sterkfontein Caves must please wear
comfortable shoes and leave handbags and other luggage behind.
There are a number of tight spots and pathways to negotiate in the
caves and it is not advisable to do the tour if you are
claustrophobic. It is also not advisable for visitors who suffer
from acute asthma or chest problems to do the tour, as the entry
and exit requires climbing up and down
The Sterkfontein Caves were discovered in 1896 by an Italian
gold prospector and are now regarded as one of the world's most
important archeological sites. The caves lie in the Sterkfontein
valley which, together with the nearby sites of Swartkrans,
Drimolen and Kromdraai, make up the "Cradle of Humankind" World
Heritage Site. Dr Robert Broom of the Transvaal Museum (Museum of
Natural History) began excavations at the cave in 1936 and in 1947
discovered a well-preserved complete skull of a species of early
man known as Plesianthropus Transvaalensis. This
later became known as the famous "Mrs Ples".
Your tour will start at the newly opened 260m² exhibition. This
scientific exhibition consists of four large show cases which
include life like models of hominids, a sabre tooth cat, a
reconstruction of a mined cave vs. a pristine cave, cave formations
and geologies, early life forms, fossils in general (mammals and
homo), specific finds (like Mrs. Ples, Taung Child, Little Foot),
details of fossilization, paleo botany and landscapes...
From there you will make your way up to the limekilns, past the
sundial and then underground into the depths of the caves. Beneath
the dust of millions of years you'll see for yourself the resting
place of some of the most important fossils ever found and you'll
hear the magnitude of their significance to the world! After
proceeding over the walkways to view the excavation which was Mrs.
Ples's final resting place, the trip will continue past the fossil
prep where scientists continue to investigate the clues to our
About 10 km away from
the Sterkfontein Caves lies the world class visitor facility of
MAROPENG, which opened to the public in December 2005. The focal
point is the Tumulus building, designed to look like an ancient
burial mound from the front. The architecture is symbolic of the
journey through the evolution of life that is presented in the
visitor attraction and upon exiting after the tour, one looks back
on a very modern structure. Maropeng also offers restaurants and a
market place.
The Tumulus contains a
vast underground visitor attraction which tells the story of the
Cradle of Humankind and brings to life the history of humankind in
entertaining, educative and interactive ways. Within the visitor
attraction lies an exciting 4-billion-year journey on an
underground lake, through the elemental forces - water, air, fire
and earth - dipping through waterfalls and real icebergs, into the
eye of a storm, past erupting volcanoes and through the depths of
the earth and emerging at the beginning of the world. From here,
the journey continues through an experience highlighting the
history of our world and humankind as a species, brought to life
via audiovisual techniques, evocative sound effects, theme-park
technology and theatrical displays. There are also real fossils on
display at the visitor centre. Children will delight in the
interactive elements of the exhibits, which encourage them to
experience rather than just observe our development as a species
and the underlying message of the unity of
Your visit to the Cradle of Humankind will
include a guided tour of Sterkfontein. Maropeng is a self-guided


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I feel like I should update and document all of the wonderful things that Squish has been confidently been doing up until this point. At risk of sounding incredibly cliche, I truly can't believe how fast these 3 months have gone. I don't know where time has gone. Squish's first Halloween has gone by and first Christmas is approaching. Obviously with these times of year come the outfits of choice.
For Halloween we had the old chestnut of 'Mummy's Little Pumpkin' in orange onesie glory.
Christmas so far has bought us a knitted Christmas pud hat, a penguin hat that is just scrumptious on him and a onesie in the design of a pud with the emblem 'Mummy's Little Pudding'. Mummy hasn't intentionally left Daddy out of the loop, I promise. It's just that clever marketing knows that mummys are suckers for baba clothes.
So, milestones so far have been hit one after the other. He's so smart it blows me away!
Smiling, laughing and giggling is all so regular now. He's gurgling and cooing in conversation as if he's trying to tell the story of a battle he's just been in. He can bring his hands together and does bat at toys with hands and feet. He seems to grab things which are just below his hands, like a little T Rex, but isn't quite reaching out in front of him and using hand eye co-ordination confidently but I can tell that it is coming soon. Squish can roll back to front confidently now but does still despise tummy time for the vast majority of it and he's far more interested in sitting up. He can sit unsupported against the sofa back for a few seconds and if I hold his arms he can sit up for longer with a little support. He's grand discovery in the last few weeks has been squealing and he will squeal at anything and everything to the point where he even startles himself. It's pretty amusing!
His favourite toy at the moment is his O Ball set. I do love this set because it encourages him to grab, hold and bring things to his mouth which will help when it comes to eating. It's perfect for tiny fingers when he does his little dinosaur motions of movement.
I really, really don't want to jinx it but sleep is going really well. He's totally settled in his cotbed and enjoys his night time sleep. However, daytime naps are the total opposite. He's really difficult to get down for a nap and some days will only nap when held. He just tends to fight his sleep and then gets incredibly cranky because he's so tired.
Everyone said to me that I would love him in a way that I have never loved anything or anyone and they were utterly correct. The relationship you develop with this tiny little thing that grew inside of you and is now all squirmy and giggly and loud is just amazing. I still say on a daily basis that I can't believe he came from me.
I am dreading returning to work, whenever that is. It's filling me with all kinds of anxieties. The only thing that makes me less apprehensive is knowing that I will be working to provide a better quality of life for this little Squish of mine and to set an example for him and show him what's possible from life.
Oh Squish, when you are older and your old mum is all emotional over how tiny you once were, be gentle with her. Never forget how besotted with you both of your parents were. You're the most amazing thing to have happened to us and we can't wait for you to keep growing and blossoming into a wonderful individual.