When a lot of us think about storage, we still think about that archaic method of encoding data by etching patterns into a disk. That’s so 20th century. In the era of flash storage, researchers are now doing amazing things with chemical bonds—things like storing data on a single molecule.
When you’re an adult who drives on a regular basis, you fantasize about fast cars and other high-performance vehicles. But when you’re a kid, who doesn’t get to drive at all, even mundane vehicles like garbage trucks and buses are exciting. So while the thought of a tiny RC tractor might be hard for you to get excited over, you can bet your kid would love one.
Each year Lego puts out an exclusive modular building and they are always pretty special. In January of 2015, Detective’s Office (10246) hits the shelves. Pricing is set at $159.99 for this 2,262 piece kit that measures over 10″ high and is packed full of awesome play and gorgeous design.
“Who would win in a fight?” is the lighthearted crux of the Super Smash Bros. series, and it’s impressive how extensive that conversation has become. Pitting beloved video game characters in unlikely rivalries seems as amusing as it did during the…
Having already accommodated over 20 million guests in more than 34,000 cities across 190 countries, it’s safe to say that Airbnb is here to say. However, that success has come at a cost — namely opposition from authorities that either want to stop…
Taking into consideration the number of portable devices that we bring about with us these days, it goes without saying that there is always a chance of us forgetting to charge one of them devices, resulting in it dying, or running low on battery during the most inopportune of moments. Well, here a portable power bank would come in handy for sure, and here is another model that you might want to take into consideration for your next purchase. The $99.99 Powerstation 5- E. Maximus Chargus has the ability to charge up to 5 different mobile devices simultaneously, where each of these ports delivers up to 2.4A of power.
Not only that, there will be dividers that will be able to protect and support your devices as they continue charging. Using it is a snap – all that you need to do is to plug in their respective USB charging cables (which are not part of the purchase by the way) into the Powerstation 5, and as mentioned earlier, each of these ports will deliver 2.4A of juice. This means that the Powerstation 5 will ensure all devices need not duke it out with one another for the most powerful port, since all of them are powerful enough. Measuring approximately 7.4″ x 3.9″ x 2.4″, it is going to be extremely easy to tote around on your travels.
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Remember the last time you went to the same coffee shop or bar because the staff tends to play music you like and you don’t have to pick the next song? Prizm is a neat little pyramid add-on for your sound system to transform your living room into this coffee shop you like. The French startup is just beginning the last week of its Kickstarter campaign of its $129 smart music player for… Read More
Meeting Deberah for the first time is similar to when I met Judith Kraier a few years ago. It is a powerful, kindred connection of being in a small group of people on the planet who share a rare disease (APBD, short for Adult Polyglucosan Body Disease) that progressively, inexorably impairs our mobility, balance and other bodily functions, while making our longevity uncertain. Each of us deals with it differently. For me, being a caregiver to my now quadriplegic sister Patti long prior to my own degeneration, I am somehow perhaps more conditioned to living with APBD and wish that Patti could be even like I am now, just paraplegic, with almost full use of my arms and still able to speak and swallow food. I sense in Deberah though something that I know as well, despite what I just said – fear of the unknown and fear of losing what for most of our lives until recently was good health and ‘normal’ mobility, balance and other taken for granted bodily functions. Deberah walks with a cane, which is where I was just a few years ago. I savor the brief but strong quality time we spend together, learning about her life. Aside from the unspoken kinship of APBD, we share common and personal life history in the upper east side neighborhood of Yorkville where she has counseled many people in her professional practice over the years. Even presently, her parents live in the same building as my late father’s brother. Going forward, we will work toward building awareness about APBD and to fostering research that may lead to a cure. If you ask me to name qualities most apparent in Deberah, I’d say Courage, Wisdom and Grace.
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Following a string of sexual assault allegations resurfacing in recent weeks, Bill Cosby’s legacy as one of pop culture’s most iconic and influential figures have faced public scrutiny. To date a total of 15 women, including supermodel Janice Dickinson, have accused Cosby of sexual assault.
And though the legendary comedian has yet to address the claims, NBC network has decided to pull the plug on a developing Cosby sitcom, which also resulted in TV Land’s decision to stop airing reruns of “The Cosby Show,” and Netflix postponing the launch of a forthcoming stand-up special.
Such actions stemming from the growing list of accusations have some questioning whether Hollywood has distanced itself from the 77-year-old comedian while former co-stars dismissing assault rumors.
With that said, we asked for your thoughts, feelings and opinions on the series of sexual assault allegations against Bill Cosby. Here are some of the responses we received, in addition to a few celebrity reactions:
“I defend Dr. Cosby until God, or DNA says different! Why not bash a black Icon?! Amerikkka eats it’s young and old.” — Luqman A Sudan
“I don’t know what to believe ,but I do have a problem with why wait so many years to tell…… you could have save and protected the other 14 the motives sound malicious.” — Jelecia ImmaStylist King
“Kind of suspicious. With due respect if it’s true follow the law, otherwise it is sad indeed. Why the silence until now?” — Peter Odeh
“It’s not weird at all that he hasn’t spoken out. It would be very naive to think that words don’t get twisted by the media. He’s doing it right. If he ends up going to trial, he’ll have ample opportunity to testify” — Stephanie Denise Vault-Bey
“I don’t know if it’s true, partially true, or a total lie, but waiting over 30 years to report it!?!? The stories don’t make sense and to treat this old man like a criminal based on some ancient allegations with no proof is crazy! What is really going on here???” — Leslie Brown-Spear
I worked with @BillCosby in ’86 when I was 19. We were alone together many times. He was a perfect gentleman & became a mentor to me.
— Stacey Dash (@REALStaceyDash) November 20, 2014
Cosby rape allegations are classic case of he said/she she she she she she she she she she she she she she she said > http://t.co/gxhZ0ziS5i
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) November 19, 2014
I can’t say whether Bill Cosby is innocent or guilty. But the idea that his philanthropy and activism are a pass is repugnant.
— Marc Lamont Hill (@marclamonthill) November 16, 2014
15 people accuse of doing the same crime, about the same way, you did that ish. #forclarity
— Demetria Lucas (@abelleinbk) November 19, 2014
Because Cosby made you laugh and is a good actor doesn’t mean he can’t also be a rapist. #forclarity
— Demetria Lucas (@abelleinbk) November 19, 2014
Been thinking all week that the change in reaction to Cosby allegations is due in part to feminists shifting the culture around these issues
— Zerlina Maxwell (@ZerlinaMaxwell) November 20, 2014
@blackvoices he’s always been a known womanizer & where there’s smoke there’s fire. Over 10 women can’t be telling the same story if a lie
— #teamLEBRON (@BerrieOH) November 20, 2014
.@blackvoices so the fact he has all these rape allegations against him, I believe every one of em. He’s been suspect in my eyes #BVTellUs
— BlackGirlMagic (@DiDiCIM) November 20, 2014
@blackvoices Hate idea of not reporting crime, then going to media years later to basically blackmail people out of public life #BVTellUs
— Virginia Torbert (@Moonlitechirp) November 20, 2014
@blackvoices @tyrend4 i think in my opinion they are just doing this for publicity i don’t believe he did that no doubt in my mind.
— Bonita Randolph (@tyrend4) November 20, 2014
@blackvoices Bill Crosby probably was a arrogant wealthy hoe now his past has caught up with him. There’s no statutory timeline on hurt.
— Vanessa Thompson (@Zenyie) November 20, 2014
@Glamor14kt @blackvoices Thanks, had same issue w/Anita Hill – I believed her, but not right 2 wait and attack when Thomas up for Supreme Ct
— Virginia Torbert (@Moonlitechirp) November 20, 2014
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You’ll have to head to the store to catch the best deals in Walmart’s Black Friday sale, but these offers just might be worth the trip. Who knew 65″ HDTVs could get this cheap?
With the arrival of the Walmart Black Friday ad, we can all finalize our shopping game plans. So what brawl-inducing deals can we expect from the big W this year? As usual, Walmart will have some of the cheapest TVs around, as well as an Xbox One bundle for people who don’t like Assassin’s Creed. We also found some surprisingly sweet home deals. Our full analysis is below, but first let’s talk tactics.
Doorbusters You Don’t Have to Fight Over
Once again, Walmart is rolling out its doorbusters in “Events,” or specified chunks of time. Event 1 starts at 6 pm local time on Thanksgiving, with Event 2 at 8 pm, and Event 3 at 6 am on Black Friday. Ostensibly, you could skip Event 1 and head to the store later to pick up the Event 2 doorbusters, and so on. Of course, what this actually means is that you might have to stay at Walmart longer to get everything on your in-store list — a great sales strategy for the retailer, but a real headache for crowd-weary consumers.
One bonus of heading to the store is the return of 1-Hour Guaranteed Doorbusters. Shoppers who brave the crowds from 6 pm to 7 pm local time are guaranteed to nab a coveted item, or Walmart will get it to them by Christmas (and at the doorbuster price). Unfortunately, the guarantee doesn’t come back for the second and third Events; you’re on your own for those deals! Still, with lots of in-store only deals gracing the ad, it’s nice to know you don’t necessarily have to fight the crowd to physically get your hands on a doorbuster. Now let’s get analyzing!
In-Store Deals That Are Worth the Hassle
Even if you don’t consider Vizio to be a brand-name manufacturer, this 65″ Smart TV doorbuster is spectacular. Starting at 6 pm local time, in-store shoppers can grab this set for $648, which is a whopping102 less than the best price we’ve ever seen for any 65″ HDTV, even refurbs. Better yet, this deal easily blows Best Buy’s $800 LG TV out of the water.
If the 65″ above is out of your price range, you can still bag a super-cheap big screen with this 8 pm doorbuster if brand isn’t a consideration. This 60″ Element is $78 above our TV prediction for this class, but it’s $202 cheaper than the next best Black Friday ad we’ve seen. Furthermore, it’ll become the cheapest 60″ 1080p TV we’ve seen by $2.
That $100 Asus Laptop from Staples has completely changed the Black Friday landscape. Still, this HP machine comes in at a solid $19 below our budget laptop prediction. If you strike out at Staples, head to Walmart at 8 pm on Thanksgiving to score this system.
Although Target is offering the Assassin’s Creed Unity version of this bundle paired with a $50 gift card, shoppers might think twice about dropping so much cash on a game that one critic called “my least favorite major Assassin’s Creed since the 2007 original.” On the other hand, this 6 pm doorbuster comes with four Halo games (as opposed to the other bundle’s two), access to a beta, and more. The $30 gift card can even be used to further bulk up your Xbox One collection; Walmart will also have select Xbox One titles on sale from $20 during Black Friday.
Assuming you aren’t interested in the $80 Beats Solo HD headphones at Best Buy, these cans will please the bass-heavy music fan on your list. Although we haven’t seen these Bluetooth headphones very often, this 6 pm doorbuster deal beats the previous price low by $51.
This off-brand Android tablet comes within9 of hitting our rock-bottom tablet prediction of $20. That doesn’t sound awesome until you realize that Target, Staples, Sears, and Kmart will all charge $40 for their Android doorbusters, which puts Walmart squarely in the lead. You can pick up this stocking stuffer starting at 6 pm.
Should an activity tracker be on your wishlist, head to Walmart at 8 pm to grab the cheapest Fitbit Flex around. This model has only hit $69 once before, in December of last year. In fact, this deal beats all other Black Friday ads for the Fitbit Flex; the next best offer is $6 more.
Although the summer months typically see better grill sales than Black Friday, this gas grill is a steal. At $99, it’ll be tied with a May deal as the cheapest 4-burner gas grill we’ve seen in the past two years. Better still, this 6 pm doorbuster beats the next cheapest Black Friday gas grill by $61.
Somewhere, a Dyson fan just fainted. We predicted that new Dysons would start at around $250, and this 6 pm doorbuster demolishes that price by $51. Furthermore, this price is $40 below our previous all-time low for a new unit.
Cookware sets are an excellent buy on Black Friday, and this one is no exception. We haven’t even seen a Rachel Ray porcelain enamel set this large since last Black Friday; in October, we saw a 12-piece set that cost $11 more than this 6 pm doorbuster.
The deals above represent the best of the best from Walmart’s massive ad. Many items in the circular feature similar prices to those we’ve seen from other stores, and Walmart says it’ll do further price matching to local printed ads. This means that Walmart could offer dealseekers one-stop shopping. Unfortunately, you’ll have to actually head into a store to take advantage of these awesome offers. With so many killer Best Buy and Target deals easily available online, you might be better served by staying home.
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