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The first ever Cyber:Secured Forum, a cybersecurity summit focusing on integrated systems, will be presented in Denver, June 4-6, under a partnership formed by PSA Security Network, ISC Security Events (Reed Exhibitions) and the Security Industry Association (SIA).
Cyber:Secured Forum will feature in-depth content on cybersecurity trends and best practices as related to the delivery of physical security systems and other integrated systems. Content is being collaboratively developed by SIA and PSA Security Network's education teams and will feature top cybersecurity leaders. Additionally, sponsor exhibits will help showcase solutions related to cybersecurity, integrated systems and physical security solutions.
The two-day event will provide leaders in the IT and physical security industries with opportunities to connect and share information on risks and liabilities, responding to cybersecurity threats and establishing security control standards across IT systems.
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Over the past few weeks, we have received several reports of flatheaded borer infestation in blueberry orchards. The flatheaded borers are a complex of over 600 species of beetles in the United States. The adult flatheaded borers are metallic wood-boring beetles, which are perhaps the most serious pests attacking a wide range of bush and tree species.
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With Baby on the way, I have been on a mission to minimize our home. With all the things that accumulate having a little one it just adds so much clutter and chaos to everyday life! I decided to simplify our breakfast space and anchor the room with this one art pieces from minted. I love how playful this dancing dot print is while also tying in the colors from the rest of our home.
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This tour is an opportunity for educators to see and experience a hands-on STEAM program in action and find ideas to bring back into the classroom. The tour will include observing students, following some of the curriculum for better understanding and getting hands-on with one or two digital tools, including AR/VR. We are excited for educators to see our AR/VR lab which will be opening in Q2 of 2019. This lab will be an opportunity for students to enhance STEAM learning with some of the latest technology. Participants on the Learning Tour will get an opportunity to see and try out some current AR/VR tech and see ways to align it to their curriculums.
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Polar Bear Plunge at Maryhill 2020Name: Polar Bear Plunge at Maryhill 2020Date: January 1, 2020Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM PSTEvent Description:
Come start the New Year off on a cold, yet refreshing note doing the Polar Bear Plunge. You don't have to go underwater, and you don't have to stay in the water for long. Just do something different this New Years, and support the Central Klickitat County Park & Recreation District. The event will take place at the swimming area along the Columbia River at the Maryhill State Park.
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Interviews are the gateway between people and jobs--they are a critical connection point. And yet, while the interview is a universal experience, it has never been recognized as its own discipline. In fact, the vast majority of people conducting interviews receive no formal training in how to do so.Karat is the market leader in Interview Engineering
At Karat, our mission is to make every interview predictive, fair, and enjoyable. To do so, we created and established the category of Interview Engineering.
Karat conducts technical interviews on behalf of organizations hiring software engineers. We do this through a community of Interview Engineers who are equipped with Karat's interviewing infrastructure, battle-tested questions, and data-informed best practices. The result is highly predictive and fair interviews at scale that candidates truly enjoy. Karat has amassed the largest, most robust dataset of structured-interview intelligence to produce never-before-seen hiring analytics.
Founded in 2014, Karat is a privately held and venture-funded company based in Seattle. Key clients include Pinterest, Indeed, Citrix, Intuit, and Palantir.Engineering at Karat
As a member of Karat's engineering team, you will get to work on an exciting mission with a highly collaborative team that feels like family. You will be able to easily relate to the product given that you're likely going through technical interviews. Since we are a young company, you will work closely with others and contribute to team culture and practices. We're looking for individuals who are hungry to take ownership of their work and who want to make a significant impact.
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Hello crafty friends, I hope you are well and having a good day. I seem to be working on lots of things at the moment but not getting much finished so thought would tell you a little about what I am up to.
For a long while now my brother-in-law has been asking me to make him a denim quilt, inspired by one he saw at a hotel. For Christmas we bought him the fabric and I promised that for his Birthday (in March) I would make the quilt. It is a whopping 75 inches square. I have now finished the top of the quilt and am on the hunt for the perfect backing fabric. He fancies chambray, which I think is a great idea but am yet to find the perfect colour.
I am also about to make a commissioned baby quilt but can't share the details yet.
I was recently commissioned to make some memory pillows for a family who had lost a loved one. I didn't feel comfortable sharing the finished pictures but I was very pleased with the outcome.
I am currently building myself a new website which should be launching soon. Keep watching this space for an update and I am planning a little giveaway to celebrate the launch of my new site.
I have been busy planning workshops for February, March and April at Millie Moon. These are now live on their website for bookings and include:
Windmill Mini Quilt
Beginner's Baby Quilt
English Paper Piecing Masterclass
Freemotion Quilting Masterclass
Quilted Fabric Basket
As well as planning my workshops and making samples, I also need to write and design the patterns that people will receive as part of the workshop. I have been busy writing these and also updating my older patterns to include my new logo. I plan to start selling patterns and will be sure to shout when these are ready for sale.
My personal project for 2018 #ayearofbringingnatureinside continues and I am really loving the opportunity to take some different photos using my iPhone. I am also participating in the #myhousethismonth challenge throughout February. We are renovating our house and I often get frustrated with the areas that are not done instead of celebrating the parts that we have completed. I decided to participate in this challenge in the hope it would encourage me to focus on the nice parts of our home. If you want to have a look you can find me on Instagram @alittlesewandsow
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I am working on a Camden bag using some of my hand dyed indigo fabric. I am really looking forward to seeing how that comes out.
I recently bought a hand embroidery kit and am planning to take this on holidays with me this year and have a go. I am a little nervous but also excited to see if I can get my head around the stitches.
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Over 450,000 liters of plasma will be produced during the next Iranian calendar year (starts March 20), says Ali Akbar Pourfathollah, Managing Director of Iran Blood Transfusion Organization.
"The figure could reach 600,000 liters in the following years," he said, ISNA reported.
The current level of plasma production in the country is 400,000 liters, but there is still a deficit of 200,000 liters in order to reach self-reliance.
Last month, the World Health Organization introduced Iran as a successful model for producing plasma-derived medicine. In February, the Tehran Blood Transfusion Center received the biennial certification for optimal plasma production from CSL-Plasma Inc. in Germany for the first time.


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Lads and Dads Camp 20th – 22nd September
Lads and Dads Camp : A fantastic weekend for the 15 pairs of Lads and Dads, blessed with some great weather on the Chatsworth estate. We made portable stoves, went caving, drank nettle tea and made mento and coke rockets. Topped off with camp fires and lots of food the camp was great fun and adventure for all. The winners this year were James and Mike Rodgers. If you have more photo's – please email them so we can share on the website. Big thanks to the EXU members who came and helped cook.


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Writing certificates
Had a lovely call this week from a new customer who wanted some certificates writing - he wasn't worried about seeing samples etc- - was just confident I'd be able to deliver what he needed. That's a very nice reaction from a customer, and of course makes me want to do my absolute best!!
It's a nervous moment when the certificates arrive, because it's the first chance you get to see what the paper's like. Shiny paper is tricky, not only because it's harder to write in, but you have to be very wary when ruling lines, as rubbing out can remove the paper surface too, which then looks terrible. Absorbent paper would be less likely but would also have its issues.
These certificates have a silk surface which is very pleasant to write on, and there were already lines on there for writing the details - so that was one less thing to worry about. The info on what was needed was included and was super-clear (really not always the case) plus a note which finished "PS Use some nice colours for the text ;0)"
Sometimes it's hard to get a sense of what a person has done to earn a certificate but these were easy - they were for a Lands End to John o'Groats cycle ride - crazy people all cycled 1000 miles - wonderful!
I suppose you'd like to see them now....?!! Here you go....
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Chopsen wrote:I bet there are some brown trousers in the porsche drivin', vicodin peddlin', hollywood medical community this morning.
Michael Jackson's death • Page 72
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Feanor wrote:Judging by recent comments this list needs to be posted again.
Ashwood wrote:Because Ledger's doctors didn't even give him the prescription drugs which he took himself while alone and then died.
Involuntary manslaughter? He was charged with not doing more to stop Michael Jackson accidentally killing himself... surely by that logic - we're all guilty.
Didn't think I'd feel as angry as I do about it, but seeing people's reactions to it is sickening.
Why didn't they publicly shame and convict Heath Ledgers doctor when he OD'd?
I don't know about you, but I'm not guilty of any of this:
October 19 & 20, 2011: Days 13 and 14
Shafer showed a video of the use of Propofol during a procedure. He testified about his review of the Murray case. He found seventeen "separate and distinct egregious violations" of the standard of care, of which four were unconscionable, based on Murray's police interview:
The lack of the basic emergency airway equipment.
The lack of the advanced emergency airway equipment.
The lack of suction apparatus.
The lack of an IV infusion pump.
The lack of alarmed pulse oximetry.
The failure to use a blood pressure cuff.
The lack of an electrocardiogram.
The lack of capnography.
The failure to maintain a doctor-patient relationship.
The failure to continuously monitor the mental status of the patient.
The failure to continuously monitor the breathing of the patient.
The failure to continuously monitor blood pressure and pulse oximetry, and to have heart monitors.
The failure to call 911 immediately.
The failure to chart at the outset of the procedure (egregious and unconscionable).
The failure to maintain written informed consent (egregious and unconscionable).
The failure to document throughout the course of sedation (egregious and unconscionable).
The failure to disclose to both the paramedics and UCLA the use of Propofol and What Murray witnessed at the arrest.
Question: "Each one of these seventeen egregious violations is individually likely or expected to result in injury or death to Michael Jackson?" Response: "Yes"
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Like Chopsen, I have not been following the case that closely. My initial impressions though when the case first broke were, "He's using Propofol to get him off to sleep... o_O"
Im not a doctor, but I thought that too. What other drugs must you be on to need an anesthetic to sleep? Most people get away with a night nurse.
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I don't consider myself to have had a good night's sleep unless someone could take my appendix out without me noticing.
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The, errrm, counterbalance. More about Jacko's life and rumours than his death, but quite eye-opening. If true of course.
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nickthegun wrote:His imsomnia could have been the result of trying to ween himself off painkillers. We'll never really know exactly what was going on, other than that Jackson was a seasoned drug addict and Murray was his enabler.
Im not a doctor, but I thought that too. What other drugs must you be on to need an anesthetic to sleep? Most people get away with a night nurse.
Anyway, does any one remember the time that this thread was full of jolly puns?
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I guess the kid really was not his son.
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I guess the kid really was not his son.
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neilka wrote:Bravo
I guess the kid really was not his son.
Stealing a gag, but if Joe Jackson had beaten cancer, not only would he still be alive, cancer would've been a better singer
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Brings a whole new meaning to the song Beat It.
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I say 3 years max before one of his kids ODs. I can only imagine what they went through before AND after his death.
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"One of the things I�m going to talk about today is my grandpa about what y�all got to f---ing say about him.That's one way of confirming it
So y�all can keep on talking all this s---, saying he abused my dad and all this and you�ll make a YouTube video about it for sure.
But he raised these kids right, otherwise they would have been in gangs or f---ing dead."
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SiegWahrheit wrote:Abuse of that kind is much more complex than sex drive. Tricky area as we know so little about real details but certainly doesn�t completely end the issue.
well I think if that castration thing is true then the old allegations are pretty much proven false
he wouldn't really have had a sex drive to speak of.
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my understanding of it all is, MJ was clearly a child in a grown up body. Unfortunately he had the money and the status to get kids to go around for sleep overs that although may have had no sexual connotation (kid in grown up body) was creepy as fuck and should not have been allowed to happen.
I would totally have gone to Neverland for a sleepover but I guess I was kinda slutty at 8
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I was lead to believe that Michael was "sniffing little boys booty holes" so I'm not sure what bearing chemical castration would have on that.
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We mark 80 years since founded as a restaurant for puffer dishes in Nagoya in 1934. Use for business entertainment and anniversary day.
We provide mainly puffer dishes from September to April. We stick to offering wild tiger puffer, which you can try with our homemade ponzu citrus soy sauce.
We provide the traditional banquet dinner using pike conger as well as seasonal ingredients during summer season from May to August.
Enjoy the traditional banquet dinner using pike conger which is in season in summer and carefully-selected ingredients.
We charge 10% to the price of food and drink as a service charge.
Restaurant Detail
|Restaurant Name
ふく料理 季節料理 可ん寅
|Phone Number
052-971-4116 (+81-52-971-4116)
|3-22-12, Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi, 460-0003
|Japanese Address
〒460-0003 愛知県名古屋市中区錦3-22-12
|Subway Higashiyama Line Sakae Station 3-minute walk, Subway Meijo Line Sakae Station 3-minute walk
|No Parking
Monday - Saturday & Day before holiday & Holiday 17:00 - 22:00(L.O.21:00)
Monday - Saturday & Day before holiday & Holiday Lunch: 11:30 - 14:00(L.O.13:30)
|Every Sunday
|Average price
|Lunch 3,500 JPY Dinner 18,000 JPY
|Service charge
|Service charge 10% (seat, table)
|Cards Accepted
|VISA, MasterCard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UnionPay
Seating/Facility information
|Seating Capacity
|Banquet Maximum Party Size
Seating 35
|Private Room
|Private Room
|No smoking inside the store
|Wheelchair Accessible Restrooms
|Wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible restroom
|Kid Friendly
|Children are welcome, Bringing your own baby food allowed, Kids' menu available, Child chair available, Dishes for kids available, Entry of baby buggies permitted.
|Language Support
|English menu available, Simplified Chinese menu available, Traditional Chinese menu available, Korean menu available
|Wi-Fi / Plug-in
SoftBank, NTT DoCoMo, au
Plug-in Available
Menu and Others information
|All you can drink menu, Birthday benefits in menu, Bring in your own drink OK, Lunch, Vegetarian Menu Options
|Lunch Service
|Lunch with dessert, Big lunch
|Take-out (Take-away)
|Takeout available, Doggie Bag Available


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Advertising is a unique situation for most banks. Marketing personnel aren't always experts with the technical advertising requirements established within the various regulations. And, those responsible for regulatory compliance aren't often included the process until after an advertisement has been published.
This webinar will focus on the advertising requirements outlined in the regulations noted below. It will also address how advertisements can cross the line between "luring" someone and not deceiving them (UDAAP). Learn what you can say, what you can't say, when to say it, etc. Several examples of real world advertising errors will also be included.
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|Unison Research
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- Front firing bass reflex
- Loudspeakers: 1 x 8" woofer
- 1" titanium compression driver
- Numbers of ways: 2 way
- Frequency Response: 40-20000 Hz
- Crossover: low/high-pass 12dB/oct
- Crossover Frequency: 1 - 1.5 KHz
- Power: 100 watt RMS
- Sensitivity: 93dB @2.83Vrms/1m
- Nominal impedance: 8 ohm
- Minimum impedance: 6 ohm
- Lacquer: Cherry, Walnut, Mahogany
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I tried to use the blob.h and blob.w commands to determine the edge length of a square.
I think that he gives me the edge length in pixels but I need it in cm, can I convert it or is there a command that outputs it directly in cm?
pixels in centimeters
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The camera has no way to know what the size of the object is. You have to write code that converts pixels to mm using a scaling method. It should be a linear scale for your object so just measure how many pixels equals how many cm and multiply the pixels by that ratio.
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last week I was watching this porn, and it had one of my favorite porn-girls in it. so I thought it would be cool. the thumbnails looked good.
so I start watching it, and the guy is fucking her face, alright cool. but like halfway through it just got weird. like she was gagging and the dude was plugging her nose so she couldn't breath. and he would just keep fucking the shit out of her face when she clearly couldn't take it anymore.
and then I heard the camera man say "here's a trash can in case she needs it"
and I knew this wasn't going to end well. but it was too late for me, I was already in too deep.
sure enough, about 3/4 through the video, the girl gags so hard she throws up in the trash can. and then the dudes laughed about it and made her start sucking his dick again like it was all good.
and there I was, watching a naked girl throw up from getting her throat fucked in 720 p with my dick out and hard. it all seemed so wrong. I started thinking about it... her throat is probably gonna hurt for weeks. She probably had a ruptured esophagus or something. that's not cool man.
And that fucked me up man. Like you don't understand, this isn't the retarded, areolas look like burnt paper plates type of girl. she's actually really pretty. it made me kind of sad to watch it.


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Best TicWatch Smartwatches Android Central 2020
When the time comes to choose just one smartwatch for all your needs, you'll have your work cut out for you. Whether you prefer rugged or sleek, simple or robust, there's no shortage of options. The line of Mobvoi TicWatch smartwatches offers a little something for everyone. Our personal favorite is none other than the TicWatch Pro. While this model is priced the highest out of the bunch, it'll be money well spent for many users. You'll have loads of smart features, battery life that goes on for days, and a gorgeous dual display. Of course, there are other watches in the lineup that are worth considering as well.
- Best Overall: TicWatch Pro
- Best for Outdoors: TicWatch S2
- Best for Simplicity: TicWatch E2
- Best for Fashion: TicWatch C2
- Best for Comfort: TicWatch S
- Best Value: TicWatch E
Best Overall: TicWatch Pro
As you marvel at the TicWatch Pro, don't forget to pick up your jaw from the floor. This smartwatch truly does it all with a generous number of features, unbelievable battery life, and tons of fitness tracking perks. What you'll probably notice first, though, is the uniquely brilliant display. The Pro uses layered display technology, which helps extend the battery life even further. In Smart Mode, you'll have your usual AMOLED display with the LCD panel filling in the blanks, which gives you around 2 to 5 days of battery. In Essential Mode, you'll have the LCD display without any color, which focuses on your fitness with high sunlight visibility and up to 30 days of battery.
When it comes to features and tracking, there's a lot to unpack. For starters, you'll love having NFC for Google Pay on your wrist, built-in GPS, activity monitors, a heart rate sensor, ambient light sensor, smartphone notifications, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and more. Every smartwatch has its flaws and for this one, it's the fact that switching to Essential Mode shuts off Wear OS entirely. When you long press the side button to reactivate it, you'll be waiting a hot minute for it to boot up. Essential Mode also turns Bluetooth off, so you won't receive buzz notifications and it won't keep your phone unlocked via Smart Lock. However, these are small potatoes for all the features you're getting.
- Easy screen navigation
- Unbeatable battery life
- Innovative dual display
- Sensors galore
- Quite bulky
- Not formal-friendly
- Slow to reboot
Best Overall
TicWatch Pro
Be unstoppable
The TicWatch Pro is an incredibly capable smartwatch. It's a great pick for those want to track long workouts with seemingly endless battery life.
Best for Outdoors: TicWatch S2
You won't find a better smartwatch that's specifically designed for the outdoor lifestyle than the TicWatch S2. After all, it comes with certified military-grade durability. What exactly does this mean? Your watch will be able to withstand extreme temperature fluctuations, shock, dust, and water. Wherever you go, the S2 can go too. There's no adventure too tough for this model. When you combine this level of durability with unlimited tracking abilities, including proactive sport modes, swim monitoring and swim style detection, a built-in GPS, heart rate sensor, and sleep tracking, there's not a whole lot that the S2 can't do.
The proactive sport modes allow you to keep going at your own pace without having to slow down and mess with your watch. It's powered by TicMotion, which is Mobvoi's suite of proprietary AI algorithms. It proactively detects your motion, tracks your swim activities, and provides your fitness records without you having to press or do a thing. Simply get going and it will follow suit.
- 5 ATM water resistance
- Military-grade durability
- Two color choices
- Heavy on features
- Lacking NFC
- More expensive than E2
- Rugged design is distracting
Best for Outdoors
TicWatch S2
Get outside
This watch will track your workouts, heart rate, and provide you with notifications on the go. The military-grade durability is a nice touch, too.
Best for Simplicity : TicWatch E2
There isn't much to say about the Ticwatch E2, mostly because it's a simpler, more trimmed down version of the S2. When it comes to features and sensors, they're practically identical. The only real difference here is the lack of military-grade durability. This could be a dealbreaker for some and it could be totally meaningless to others. It will really depend on your activity habits and how intense they get.
For users who are going about their day-to-day life with a series of basic workouts sprinkled in, this is an excellent fit. It's a bit cheaper than the S2 as well, so you'll save a little if you can live without the military-grade durability. The design of the E2 is also much simpler and cleaner than its counterpart. If you want all of the features and tracking without the S2's bulk factor, you'll be pleased with the E2 — even if it only comes in one color.
- Less bulk and ruggedness
- Decent fitness tracking
- 5 ATM water resistance
- Only one color choice
- Less durable than S2
- Simple design is bland
Best for Simplicity
TicWatch E2
Simple can be better
The E2 covers the basics without looking bulky or rugged. If you can get past the absence of the MIL-STD rating, this is the smartwatch for you.
Best for Fashion: TicWatch C2
When it's a seamless blend of form and function that you seek, look no further than the C2. This TicWatch will serve you well in the world of functionality and it'll manage to look good in the process. For a sleek, slim profile like this one, you might be surprised to learn of all the features it's able to provide. You'll have access to built-in GPS, heart rate monitoring, smart fitness tracking, NFC contactless payments, and more.
The most noticeable aspect here is definitely the beautiful design. The C2 boasts a stainless steel case paired with genuine leather straps for a classy smartwatch that can track your fitness. Whether you're headed to the gym for a vigorous workout or to a fancy night out on the town, this TicWatch is suitable for all types of occasions. With such a small frame, you're going to have to sacrifice some sensors. When it comes to the C2, you'll have to part with the ambient light sensor, magnetic sensor, and low latency off-body sensor.
- Impressive fitness tracking
- Slim profile, less bulk
- Two size options
- Fewer sensors
- Mediocre battery life
- No automatic backlight adjustment
Best for Fashion
TicWatch C2
Look good, feel good
For a fashionable smartwatch, the TicWatch C2 has a few tricks up its sleeve, like GPS, NFC, and HR tracking in a slim and sophisticated package.
Best for Comfort: TicWatch S
When comfort is at the top of your priority list, the TicWatch S is here for you. It might be an older model, but it offers a sporty design with a breathable band that's light and airy on your wrist. It complements the main body of the watch, too, which is a relief considering it's not exactly the type of band you can swap out without a second thought. The GPS antenna is actually integrated into the band, which is supposed to provide greater accuracy for tracking. As for the bezel, it sure is pretty but it's all talk and no walk. It looks nice and adds to the sporty design, but Mobvoi missed its chance to make it a fully functional rotating bezel that most users love. If it's any consolation, the screen is responsive and easy to navigate.
That's not to say that the S doesn't succeed in other areas. You'll still enjoy plenty of key features, such as built-in GPS, heart rate monitoring, smartphone notifications, customizable watch faces, and more. As for fitness benefits, you'll be able to live your active lifestyle with the help of Google Assistant. Don't forget the fitness apps! Google Fit is available as well as the entire Google app ecosystem. This enables features like sleep monitoring, music detection, and multi-language support. Sure, you'll compromise on LTE and NFC, but it's a small price to pay.
- Lightweight, comfortable design
- Vibrant and colorful OLED display
- Easy screen navigation
- Straps aren't interchangeable
- No rotating bezel
- Lacking NFC, LTE
- Older model
Best for Comfort
TicWatch S
Comfort over style
When you need a comfy smartwatch that can handle your fitness tracking needs, go for the TicWatch S. It's also easy to use, which is great for beginners.
Best Value: TicWatch E
Beginners who are just entering the wearable world for the first time will appreciate a basic and affordable option like the TicWatch E. It's nice that it's not as bulky as some of the other models here, especially for first-time smartwatch owners. More importantly, it still brings with it some of the main reasons that buyers invest in a watch like this for, including built-in GPS and a heart rate sensor. Say what you will about the cheap-looking design but you can't argue that these features are a major plus.
You'll also have more options for changing the band since the GPS isn't built into the strap here. Other than that, it's pretty similar to the S when it comes to fitness tracking. You can track walks, runs, rides, and strength training with Google Fit and your preferred fitness apps. If you're not particularly fond of Google Fit or any other fitness apps, you can always rely on the TicHealth app for further insight into your exercise and activity.
- Remarkably affordable
- Heart rate sensor
- Built-in GPS
- Lacking NFC, LTE
- Cheap-looking design
- No auto brightness feature
Best Value
TicWatch E
Affordable fitness tracking
At this price, you score a lot of key smartwatch features. You'll compromise in some areas, like display and design, but you won't find a better deal.
Bottom line
It's no secret that the smartwatch market is overflowing with choices these days. As you do your best to sift through them all and pick a suitable match, you'll find a sea of different price ranges, features, sensors, and designs. We can confidently say that the collection of TicWatch smartwatches from Mobovi is worthy of your attention. This impressive lineup offers an ideal option for just about every type of fitness enthusiast there is.
If we're playing favorites, we've got our hearts set on the TicWatch Pro. It's hard to go wrong with its brilliant battery-conserving display paired with the long list of smart features and fitness tracking capabilities. It's pricy compared to the others on this list but do your research and you'll actually find this is quite a steal compared to other models on the market today.
No matter what your fitness goals consist of, you'll be well on your way to achieving them with any of these TicWatch models on your wrist. When you pair any of these promising smartwatches with the easy-to-use TicHealth app, success will be right around the corner.
Credits — The team that worked on this guide
Courtney Lynch is a freelance writer at Android Central. She's obsessed with all things health, fitness, and music. At any given time she can be found checking out the latest and greatest gadgets while simultaneously petting her dog and sipping iced coffee.
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Safeguard your TicWatch S2 with a screen protector
Getting a screen protector for your TicWatch S2 is a must, which is why we've done the research and found the best options for you.
These are the best bands for the Fitbit Sense and Versa 3
Along with the release of the Fitbit Sense and Versa 3, the company also introduced new infinity bands. We've picked out the best ones to make things easier for you.
The best replacement bands for your 46mm Galaxy Watch
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Microsoft cracks down on fake Windows Store apps
Vendor axes 1,500 'misleading' apps from store, promises refunds to customers
Microsoft announced yesterday that it had updated the Windows Store app certification requirements in an effort to crack down on fake and misleading apps.
As a part of the review, Microsoft said that it had removed more than 1,500 apps from the Windows Store, adding that it would refund customers that had been duped into downloading the fake apps.
The fake apps are generally considered to feature the same names and logos as legitimate apps, but don't provide the functionality promised. One example can be found with the VLC media player, the name and logo of which, up until yesterday, featured on dozens of search results, despite only a handful actually delivering any functionality.
While the VLC media player is free, there are also a number of paid apps that copycats have been riding the coattails of, duping users into paying for something that doesn't deliver.
From now, then, Microsoft said that it was enforcing stricter rules on app names, which now have to "clearly and accurately reflect the functionality of the app."
The vendor also said that apps should be categorised according to function and purpose, and that icons must be differentiated to avoid confusion with other apps.
"This process is continuing as we work to be as thorough and transparent as possible in our review. Most of the developers behind apps that are found to violate our policies have good intentions and agree to make the necessary changes when notified," Microsoft said in a blog post.
The 1,500 axed apps were from developers that have been "less receptive," Microsoft said.


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Express Your Outrage over an Online-Only Survey by AUSD Board President McMahon on School Funding
It has come to our attention that AUSD Board President McMahon has been conducting an online-only survey, thus disenfranchising all those Right-Thinking Alamedans who do not have access to a computer, or who do, but think it is tool of the Devil.
To right this great wrong, Inaction Alameda is conducting an informal, online straw poll to gauge how outraged people are over this online-only survey by AUSD Board President McMahon. We ask that your readers rate their outrage on a scale of one to ten, with ten being the appropriate level of outrage for this situation.
Double-click on this interweb dingus to take the survey and express your outrage appropriately.
We will follow up with the results of our straw poll, just as soon as our flying monkeys have tabulated them.
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This article will show you how to view saved cards in Converge. If you wish to enable cards on file, then you must first enable tokenizations, and then view saved cards.
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Question: OK, I've been racking my brain and checking my old 24 DVDs, and I still can't think of a single "classic" 24 villain who isn't dead as a doornail and thus could come back at the end of the season. Can you give us another clue? Spill, pretty please! Anne
Ausiello: The answer is in the new issue of TV Guide magazine. The one with Kiefer on the cover.


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Tis the season for my annual Holiday Hit List! I literally have the most fun trying new products and sharing my favorites throughout the year! Whether you're shopping for the the fitness fanatic or otherwise, I've compiled a comprehensive list to spark your imagination this holiday season!
I think you'll agree, some of these are drool worthy gifts to give and receive!
Fitvine Wine Prosecco!
Because, duh!
FitVine wines/prosecco contain:
– Less sugar
– Fewer carbs, calories and sulfites
– No flavor additives or GMOs
Equals less chance of a….HANGOVER!
Tried this with a group of my girlfriends recently and we all loved it. Great price point too!
JUNK Brands Ear Warmer
These toasty warm ear warmers share the same comfort, style and washability as their awesome printed headbands and I just love them this time of year! These are sure to make great stocking stuffers as well!
Reebok Nano 8.0
$130 & up
You already know I'm obsessed with my Nanos and these are by far my personal favorite model in the comfort department! With tons of colors to choose from or customize your own. Get your training on in comfort with these 8.0's!
Legendary Foods
With so many flavors, it's tough to pick a favorite! You've got to try these for yourself and you can thank me later. I've been purchasing the trio on Amazon and they are hard to keep in stock in our home!
$18 & up
Use code TLG10 for 10% off!!!
I have the perfect solution to proudly rep your marital status, but not ruin your wedding ring! These silicone rings come in a bevy of fun colors and are so comfy to rock anytime you'd like to leave your precious gems behind and smash the weights around.
$28 and up
Since finding this series, I will not be without it, just ask my stylist! The same salon product as she uses on my hair to protect throughout the coloring process, can now be yours at home for daily use! Amen sistas! After months of use, these products have my damaged tresses coming back to life!
What it is:
A concentrated treatment that strengthens the hair from within, reducing breakage and improving its look and feel.
Key benefits:
– Addresses damaged and compromised hair
– Strengthens and protects hair structure
– Restores healthy appearance and texture
If you want to know more…
No. 3 Hair Perfector is not a conditioner, it's an at-home treatment that contains the same active ingredient found in all professional Olaplex products. Created by two of the top PhD's in chemistry and materials science, Olaplex products feature first-of-their-kind, patented, bond-building technology, which relinks the broken disulfide bonds caused by chemical, thermal, and mechanical damage to the hair. This formula is made to work with every hair type, providing real, structural repair that works from within.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
– Parabens
– Sulfates
– Phthalates
Stance non-slip, no show socks
$25 for a Gamut 3- pack
I despise my socks slipping off during my training and these badboys are the solution! With an elasticized internal trim to prevent slippage, you can focus on banging out those last few reps and not your annoying socks!
Philips air fryer XL
$299 & up
A friend turned me on to this contraption years ago and it's been in daily use ever since! Heats up quickly, cooks meals even faster than traditional ovens and clean up is a breeze. From healthy eating to a quick reheat of your kiddos' chicken nuggets to avoid turning on the oven, this handy machine is so great, I even bought a second one for my cabin and have given it as a gift. Everyone loves it! I definitely recommend the XL size for family cooking and I promise you'll love it as much as I do!
Bulletproof coffee
Just add butter! This is my morning go-to for intermittent fasting…a giant mug of bulletproof coffee FTW! Unlike other beans that can be acidic, these are so great and smooth. Been a longtime fan if you follow my IG stories and you may have even seen my lil rescue pup, Wicket, slurping some up when he thinks I'm not looking. Butta makes it betta, just ask Wick!
- Blend Brain Octane and Upgraded Coffee with grass-fed butter for improved performance and quick burning energy (+)
- Third-party tested for mold toxins (+)
- 1 bag of The Original Whole bean Coffee (12 oz)
- 1 bottle of Brain Octane™ Oil (16 fl oz)
Awaken The Badass 12-week training program with nutritional guidance
$47 retail
Give the gift of fitness with my newly released training program. Best yet, as an added bonus I'm offering 40% off through Black Friday with code "blackfriday"
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Stephen Buckingham, 52
Stephen Sherwood Buckingham, 52, of Jacksonville, FL and a Wilton, CT native, died suddenly on the afternoon of December 14th.
Born in St. Louis, MO on December 14, 1961, he was the son of Martha Hedeman Buckingham and the late Richard Sherwood Buckingham of Savannah, GA, formerly of Wilton, CT. Steve graduated from Wilton High School in 1981 and Denison University in 1985.
He was a widely respected member of the facilities supplies industry, working for leading distributors for many years. Most recently he was the Area Market Manager for Hagemeyer NA. "Buck," as he was widely known by his friends, was an Eagle Scout and played lacrosse at Wilton High School and Denison University. He was very involved in the Fairport, NY Youth Lacrosse program for many years and helped start the lacrosse program in Waukesha, Wisconsin. He recently coached in the Jacksonville area.
Steve was an avid lover of life, lacrosse, NASCAR, Cape Cod, and most importantly, his family. All who knew him well remember his warm smile, infectious laugh, good-natured humor, and down-to-earth personality.
He is also survived by his wife Kimberly Lum Buckingham of Jacksonville, FL, former wife, Karin Van Voorhees and two daughters, Meredith and Haley of Oconomowoc, WI, stepsons Alex and Michael Lum, sister Linda Buckingham Thomson and her husband Peter Thomson of Wilton, CT, and nephews Scott and Doug Thomson.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 25th, 1 p.m. in the chapel, at The Skidaway Island United Methodist Church in Savannah, GA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to US Lacrosse, 113 West University Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21210. Please indicate on the checks First Stick Program in memory of Steve Buckingham.


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Top 5 Pet Industry Trends to Watch in 2018
For pet health marketers, the first part of any year is like a marathon. Not only are they kicking off campaigns and conducting national sales meetings, but they're also managing the year's two biggest medical meetings and trade shows: NAVC's newly named Veterinary Medical Expo and Western Vet Conference. These shows set the tone for the year to come, which is why they're on the must list for any pet health marketer.
Now that the calendar has flipped to April and these shows are in the rear-view mirror, it's time to reflect on what we learned. And, boy, did we learn a lot. Here are my top five topics along with one bonus to watch as the rest of 2018 plays out:
01. The pet parasiticide market is on fire.
New products, new indications and significantly bolstered marketing from the biggest players: This therapeutic category is en fuego. A few short years ago, it seemed like the paras market was as crowded as it could get. Today, it feels like it's just getting started.
02. Pet retail is aggressively connecting the dots.
While PetSmart has been a highly visible player in pet health for a few years, Petco has dramatically jumped into the fray with significant presences at both VMX and WVC. In another area, the inaugural Vet + Pet West in December promises to connect DVMs, pet retailers and owners in an all-new way. Plus, the NAVC/UBM Animal Care partnership on this event is intriguing.
03. Vet techs are at long last getting their due.
While hardly a new development, the industry's understanding, appreciation and investment in veterinary technicians continues to grow. These dedicated and hard-working individuals wield a tremendous amount of influence in the clinic. The emergence of the veterinary nursesterminology will only further this important evolution.
04. The human-animal bond is real.
Any pet-owning human knows that. Now a new certification program proves it.
05. Don't pigeonhole the millennials.
You know millennials; those digital savants who don't do anything not found in or fueled by an app? Not so fast. New researchfrom Packaged Facts shows millennials and their Gen Z brethren are "far more likely to depend on their veterinarians" for pet health care guidance than boomers or Gen Xers. This is important and welcome news for DVMs fighting online retailers, big-box stores and Dr. Googleto secure client loyalty.
And that promised bonus:
Here comes Walmart!
Through a partnership with PetIQ, the world's largest retailer will open 20 in-store veterinary clinicsby the end of May with a goal of 1,000 such clinics by the end of 2023. Enough said.


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The ideal dimensions for a (seated) desk, whether fixed height or adjustable, are:
- height: between 680-735mm
- depth: minimum 750-800mm
- thickness: maximum 33mm, and
- a clear width of 400mm either side of the navel.
Equipment and object on your work surface should be laid out according to the optimum, maximum and outer reach zones.
Desk problems and solutions
Common problems with desk set up include:
Freestanding height adjustable desks
- Problem: desk wrong height.
Solution: the best height for the desk is so that the height of the desk is at navel height when you are seated.
Freestanding fixed height desks
- Problem: the desk to too high for you.
Solution: set your chair height higher, and use a footstool.
Freestanding fixed height desks with adjustable keyboard trays
- Problem: your desk height is incorrect / you do not have enough space on the keyboard tray for your mouse / the adjustment mechanism in your leg space obstructs your knees.
Solution: set the keyboard tray level with your desk so the entire desk is the same height. Adjust your chair and use a footstool if necessary.
If your desk has capacity for adjustment, it is better to lower the desk than use a footrest.
If you find you are unable to place your feet firmly on the floor when seated comfortably at your desk, you may require a footrest.
Footrests should:
- have height and angle adjustability and be large enough to accommodate both feet positioned comfortably
- have a carpeted base, and
- support your feet in front of your body and not interfere with the chair base.
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Date/Time: 04-03-2018 - Tuesday - 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
PCC North, 300 Level, Exhibit Hall C-E
Copper is the dominant material used in electrical conductors due to its availability and excellent electrical conductivity. However as the electronic devices are getting smaller concerns regarding the ampacity of copper conductors have arisen. Moreover poor mechanical properties and relatively high weight resistivity of copper wires and cables have motivated researchers to develop new materials and systems for power transmission. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) offer high electrical and thermal conductivity, excellent mechanical properties and ampacity 1000 times higher than copper. Although these outstanding properties make CNTs a very promising candidate, complex and costly processing impedes their application as a sole conductor. On the other hand previous research has shown that utilizing CNTs as a filler in a metallic matrix can simplify the processing and results in remarkable properties. In this case interfacial interactions between the two phases significantly influence the morphology and properties of the composite.
In this report electrospinning was utilized to produce Cu-CNT nano-fibers. The effect of CNT surface treatment and electrospinning parameters on the morphology and electrical conductivity of copper-CNT electrospun fibers were studied. For this purpose four different types of CNTs (pristine, oxidized, exfoliated and thiol activated) in different concentrations were used. Also two types of polymeric carriers were studied. Results showed that generally CNT introduction will decrease the uniformity and smoothness of the Cu-CNT fibers. Above a certain critical concentration, fibers cannot be produced. Pristine CNTs have the lowest and exfoliated CNTs have the highest critical concentration. Exfoliated CNTs with concentration as high as 5 wt% yields very smooth fibers with high uniformity which can improve the electrical conductivity. Also, it was shown that although PVP application as the carrier polymer makes the electrospinning process easier, PVA produces fibers with higher smoothness and uniformity. It should be noted that that in nano-scale surface smoothness has a significant effect in the conductivity of fibers.
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Our home offers you the convenience of one floor living. It features a living room with a wood burning fireplace, a large eat in kitchen, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The house has been updated with fresh paint, new carpet and furniture. The Lake is just a 2 block walk and here you can enjoy a dip in the lake or relax on the sandy beach. The community also features 2 swimming pools, tennis courts, basketball courts and 4 other lakes.
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22 March 2019
Tech, Data, Telecoms & Media Mexico
In February 2019 the Supreme Court of Justice declared, for the first time, that a legal provision was unconstitutional. The legal provision at issue – Article 298(B)(IV) of the Federal Telecommunications and Broadcasting Law – had provided that the minimum fine for any violation of the law not otherwise expressly penalised in another law, regulation, administrative provision, fundamental technical plan, concession or authorisation or other applicable provision issued by the Federal Institute of Telecommunications was 1% of the offender's annual income.
During the last quarter of 2017, the Second Chamber of the Supreme Court unanimously resolved five amparo (ie, constitutional) challenges initiated by individual telecoms and broadcasting concessionaires (ie, TV Azteca, Telefonica, Mega Cable, Bestcable and Television Internacional). In five consecutive decisions, the court upheld the argument that the minimum fine percentage (1%) was excessive and contravened Article 22 of the Federal Constitution, as the same percentage applied in all cases, regardless of the particular conduct and its effects.
The Supreme Court instructed Congress to amend Article 298(B)(IV) of the Federal Telecommunications and Broadcasting Law within 90 days. However, as Congress failed to pass any amendments, the Plenary of the Supreme Court of Justice (by way of the minimum qualified majority of eight out of 11 votes) declared the article to be unconstitutional.
In light of the above, when determining the fine to be imposed on concessionaires or authorised entities that violate any applicable provision not otherwise penalised, the Federal Institute of Telecommunications will need to properly assess the conduct at issue and its effects. Thus, the minimum fine could be any percentage of the offender's annual revenue up to 3%, depending on the conduct and its effects.
This is the first time that the Supreme Court of Justice has declared a legal provision to be unconstitutional based on its general effects (as opposed to the particular effects for the complainant). The power to issue such a declaration was bestowed on the court in 2011 by way of the Amparo Law.
This declaration may signal that the Supreme Court of Justice intends to participate more regularly in shaping Mexico's legal framework in order to rectify deficiencies created by Congress when it drafts laws.
Further, the declaration will provide greater certainty to telecoms and broadcasting licensees (including preponderant agents) that:
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We've always wanted that futuristic car which maximizes comfort without taking away the pleasures of driving. While the ultimate intelligent car might not be here yet, with Jaguar Land Rover's amazing research, you can soon rediscover the joy of driving by relying on the "Sixth Sense" of your vehicle.
Jaguar Land Rover has revealed their pioneering 'Mind Sense' project, which measures brain waves to monitor the driver's concentration in the car. This is part of a range of new road safety technology research projects that are being developed by Jaguar, which aims to reduce the growing number of accidents caused by drivers who are stressed and distracted while driving.
The Jaguar Land Rover 'Sixth Sense' research projects utilizes advanced technology, from sports, medicine and aerospace, to monitor various parameters of the driver, which includes heart rate, respiration rate and levels of brain activity, to identify driver stress, fatigue, and lack of concentration.
The UK-based team is also researching novel methods that would reduce the amount of time the driver's eyes are "off" the road whilst driving, and how to communicate with the driver via pulses and vibrations through the accelerator pedal, providing feedback to the driver under dire situations.
Dr. Wolfgang Epple, Jaguar Land Rover Director of Research and Technology, said: "We believe some of the technologies currently being used in aerospace and medicine could help improve road safety and enhance the driving experience. The car is becoming more intelligent and more able to utilise cutting-edge sensors. These research projects are investigating how we could exploit this for the benefit of our customers and other road users.
"One key piece of new research is to see how we could measure brainwaves to monitor if the driver is alert and concentrating on driving. Even if the eyes are on the road, a lack of concentration or a daydream will mean the driver isn't paying attention to the driving task. They may miss a warning icon or sound, or be less aware of other road users so we are looking at how we could identify this and prevent it causing an accident."
Mind Sense
The basis of Jaguar Land Rover's Mind Sense research is to determine if a car could effectively read the brainwaves that indicate whether a driver is beginning to daydream, or feeling sleepy, whilst driving.
The human brain continually generates four or more distinct brainwaves at different frequencies. By continuously monitoring which type of brainwave is dominant, using EEG readings, an on-board computer could potentially assess whether a driver is focused, daydreaming, sleepy, or distracted.
"If brain activity indicates a daydream or poor concentration, then the steering wheel or pedals could vibrate to raise the driver's awareness and re-engage them with driving," added Dr. Epple. "If Mind Sense does not detect a surge in brain activity following the car displaying a warning icon or sound, then it could display it again, or communicate with the driver in a different way, to ensure the driver is made aware of a potential hazard."
While the most common method used to detect brainwaves is a network of sensors attached to the scalp, this is impractical while driving as it may distract the driver even further or cause discomfort, which puts a hole in the research process. Jaguar Land Rover is investigating a method already used by NASA to develop a pilot's concentration skills and also by the US bobsleigh team to enhance concentration and focus.
This method detects brainwaves through the hands via sensors embedded in the steering wheel. The signals are then amplified so as to strengthen the signal and then filtered to eliminate any background noise. Currently, user trials are being conducted to collect more information on the different brainwaves, which is then verified by leading neuro-scientists.
Driver Wellness Monitoring
Another important research are is in assessing how a vehicle could monitor the well-being of the driver using a medical-grade sensor embedded in the seat of a Jaguar XJ. The sensor, which was originally developed for use in hospitals, has been adapted for in-car use and detects vibrations from the driver's heart beat and breathing.
"As we develop more autonomous driving technologies, there will be instances when the autonomous car needs to hand control back to the driver," added Dr. Epple. "To do this safely the car will need to know if the driver is alert and well enough to take over. So our research team is looking at the potential for a range of driver monitoring technologies to give the car enough information to support this decision. If the car detects severe health issues, or simply how alert the driver is, then the car could take steps to ensure the driver is focussed enough on the driving task to take over."
Continuously monitoring the physical health of the driver can not only detect the sudden onset of a serious illness that can possible incapacitate the driver, but also allows for the monitoring of the driver's stress levels. Using these readings, the car could help alleviate the stress by changing the mood lighting, the audio settings or even the temperature within.
Predictive Infotainment Screen with mid-air touch
Jaguar Land Rover is also working on new technologies that increase the speed and efficiency of the interaction between the driver and the infotainment screen. This aims to minimize the time spent on screen by the driver, thereby reducing the driver's distraction.
Commenting on the need for a faster interaction module, Dr. Epple said: "The driver will instinctively look at the infotainment screen or dashboard when pressing buttons to select navigation, music or the telephone. It's intuitive. So our research is looking at how we could take a current infotainment screen and increase the speed and efficiency of this interaction to minimise the time the driver's eyes are away from the road and their hand is off the steering wheel."
Jaguar's Predictive Infotainment Screen prototype uses cameras embedded in the car to track the driver's hand movements, thus enabling the system to predict which button the driver intends to press. This allows successful button selection to take place mid-air, which means users wouldn't have to touch the screen itself. In user trials this increases the speed of successful button selection by 22%, greatly reducing the amount of time the driver spends with their eyes off the road.
Another interesting feature would be a haptic feedback in the form of a 'tap' or a 'tingling' during button selection. This way, the driver doesn't have to keep their eyes glued to the screen for conformation that their selection has been made.
Haptic Accelerator Pedal
Haptics could also be used to communicate with the driver through the accelerator pedal to increase the speed of response and to ensure the correct action is taken. The driver could be notified that they are pushing the accelerator through a speed limit. Alternatively, if you were crawling along in traffic a timely warning through the accelerator could prevent you bumping into the car in front.
Dr. Epple added: "To avoid saturating the driver with more visuals and sounds, which could overload and distract them, we are exploring other ways for the car to communicate with the driver. With our haptic pedals research we are investigating non-visual ways to communicate which would enable the driver to make smarter and faster decisions and reduce the potential for accidents."
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For. Reals. Yesterday, Etsy held a "City Hall" where they basically unveiled their new plans to be Ebay 2.0. Oh, except you can sell cars on Ebay and not on Etsy. THAT'S the important distinction to make. It doesn't actually matter if a thing is actually yhandmade, so long as someone's hands are involved somewhere in the process at some point. This has been their unofficial policy for a while now, but now it's actually a thing. So. Go Etsy.
As a small business seller of actually handmade goods, this is bad news. This means that your crocheted hat will now be buried under pages of this. "100000 Piece/Pieces per Week?" Can you keep up without an equivalently-sized factory? Will you be able to compete with the price?
Get your own domain. We're talking $10.00 a year or less. Set up a site on Weebly or BigCommerce or Square or something. You're going to have to drive your own traffic anyway, why not drive it to yourself?
The problem is… Buyers are still being told the "handmade" line. Etsy is the home of handmade, EVERYONE knows that. Except, it's not anymore. So what can you, as a consumer of quality handmade goods, do?
Don't feed the Etsy machine. Most Etsy shops will have a Facebook link directly on their page. Go to their Facebook page. See if they have an off-Etsy site set up, and if they don't, send them a message (through Facebook, it's a no-no to do it on Etsy) and ask them if they would be willing to sell to you off-Etsy. Some of them might not, but… The biggest problem a great number of sellers face is that EVERYONE goes to Etsy for their handmade goodies, so it's very difficult to support their business OFF of Etsy. Help them out. Show them that they don't need to sell their wares on a site where they'll compete directly with factories. When you say, "OMG I FOUND THIS AWESOMETASTIC HANDMADE NECKLACE ISN'T IT AMAZING" and someone asks you where you found it, don't say Etsy, give the name of the business. When you're looking for handmade quality, or unique handmade gifts, use a search engine to find what you're looking for, instead of Etsy.
Stop feeding the Etsy machine and support the artists and designers that you love.


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Practicing nursing theory in a unique environment
From taking blood pressure, suggesting a healthy diet, handing out soap, shampoo, and socks to just taking a few minutes to listen, nursing students at Augsburg College soon come to realize that they can make a difference in someone's life.
The place where all this happens is the Augsburg Central Nursing Center, located in Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis. The Nursing Center, which is open to people from the community of Minneapolis and the congregation of Central Lutheran Church, offers them an opportunity to meet with a nurse, discuss their health concerns and get linked to other resources if needed.
To nursing students at Augsburg College it offers a unique opportunity to learn about the needs and strengths of not only homeless people, but people in poverty who are often invisible in society and marginalized in heath care. The Nursing Center is a different clinical site where students can experience and practice nursing theory, and see what a difference nursing in itself can make. They see the opportunity to work at the Center as a very valuable addition to their education.
Eric Eggler, second year nursing student, said his experiences working at the Augsburg Central Nursing Center have made him a better nurse. "I have a better understanding of life and how much I, as an individual, can do to change things for others."
The Center, based on a nursing model, teaches health promotion, and helps people take control of their own lives.
Dr. Bev Nilsson, retired chair of the Augsburg Nursing Department and one of the founders of the Nursing Center, said she hopes the students come away with a heightened appreciation for nursing, that different nursing practices can make a difference in people's lives, and that you don't always need a pill to heal.
"I also hope the students come away with a greater appreciation and understanding for what it takes to survive on the streets and live in poverty, and that these people also have hopes, dreams and fears."


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