Monday, April 30, 2012

The 2013 Volvo XC90 is showing its age in the very competitive luxury SUV market

Lightly freshened for an early model-year introduction, the 2013 Volvo XC90 design dates back to 2003. Even with updates, this Volvo struggles in a class filled with newer, better competitors. To take measure, we bought an XC90 and ran it...

Source: http://news.consumerreports.org/cars/2012/04/the-2013-volvo-xc90-is-showing-its-age-in-the-very-competitive-luxury-suv-market.html

Sarah Michelle Gellar Sarah Mutch Sarah Polley Sarah Shahi

Jadakiss “Nightmares And Migraines”

Filed under: MUSIC Tagged: Jadakiss

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/29/jadakiss-nightmares-and-migraines/

Scarlett Johansson Selita Ebanks Shakara Ledard Shakira

1982 “Up Every Night”

Filed under: MUSIC Tagged: 1982

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/29/1982-up-every-night/

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FarmVille Nature Items: Dragon's Blood Tree, Natural Cow and more

While one could argue that the entirety of FarmVille is presented in a "nature" theme, since we spend the majority of our time farming virtual crops in the great outdoors, a true limited edition "Nature" item theme has launched in the store, giving you a chance to celebrate nature in all of its complex glory. There are some realistic items, along with some whimsical items in this theme, so I hope you have some Farm Cash ready to purchase them.

Trees


Monkey Puzzle Tree - 6 Farm Cash
Baobab Tree - 12 Farm Cash
Earth Tree - 8 Farm Cash
Giant Earth Tree - 14 Farm Cash
Silk Floss Tree - 6 Farm Cash
Quaking Aspen Tree - 12 Farm Cash
Bois Dentelle Tree - 8 Farm Cash
Dragon's Blood Tree - 14 Farm Cash

Animals

Cracker Cow - 20 Farm Cash
Akhal-Teke Horse - 26 Farm Cash
Romeldale Sheep - 16 Farm Cash
Giant Golden Polish Chicken - 20 Farm Cash
Belgian Shepherd - 2.5 million coins or 12 Farm Cash
Natural Cow - 20 Farm Cash
Horned Grebe - 2.5 million coins or 16 Farm Cash
Spanish Mustang - 26 Farm Cash
Golden Polish Chicken - 18 Farm Cash

Decorations


Earth Gnome - 12 Farm Cash
Mesa - 5 Farm Cash
Natural Trail - 50,000 coins
Hoopoe - 14 Farm Cash
Rock Climbing Gnome - 12 Farm Cash
Tree Ruin - 15 Farm Cash
Giant Sequoia Tree - 3 Farm Cash

These items are unique in that some will be available for the next two weeks, while others will only be available to purchase for the next nine days. That time can go by rather quickly if you're not careful, so make sure to buy any items you desperately want now before they have chance to expire from the store.

Which of these nature-inspired items will you purchase for your many farms? Sound off in the comments.

 

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Source: http://blog.games.com/2012/04/30/farmville-nature-items/

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In LA? Check out The FP this Thursday with Flixist!

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Pink Piper Perabo Poppy Montgomery Portia de Rossi

Master P Ft. Gucci Mane and Romeo “Trending”

Filed under: MUSIC Tagged: Gucci Mane, Master P, Romeo

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/28/master-p-ft-gucci-mane-and-romeo-trending/

Rachel Bilson Rachel Blanchard Rachel Hunter Rachel McAdams

Browser Game Pick: Dude, Where's My Planet (Alexander Batsis / Teo Mathlein / Martin Petrini)

Source: http://indiegames.com/2012/04/browser_game_pick_dude_wheres_.html

Sara Foster Sara Spraker Sarah Gellman Sarah Michelle Gellar

Browser Game Pick: Asylum (Orni)

Source: http://indiegames.com/2012/04/browser_game_pick_asylum_orni.html

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Sunday, April 29, 2012

Jadakiss Reveals A Little-Known Secret About Himself and Shares His Thoughts About DMX on “Couples Therapy”

VIDEO: JADAKISS TELLS ALLHIPHOP.COM HE ISN'T "MEAN," AND A LOT OF OTHER STUFF, TOO!

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/28/jadakiss-reveals-a-little-known-secret-about-himself-and-shares-his-thoughts-about-dmx-on-couples-therapy/

Rachel Weisz Radha Mitchell Raquel Alessi

Disney Animal Kingdom Explorers Toy Store: Everything you need to know


The third scene in Chapter 4 of Disney Animal Kingdom Explorers is called Toy Store, and it's an interesting combination of finding regular items and actual animals. That is, you'll still be finding tons of animals hidden on the toy store's shelves, but they're in the form of stuffed animals and other toys! Even though these animals aren't really "alive," you can still use the animal specific hints for a clue as to their appearance, or you can just follow along with our guide as we work to show you the locations of this scene's many, many items. Let's get started!

Note: The items you'll receive will just be a selection of all of those pictured below. If you're looking to find a particular item: Hit Ctrl +F (or Command + F if on a Mac) and type in the name of the object you're looking for. This will take you directly to its image.
Set 1:
  • Tiger
  • Giraffe
  • Butterfly
  • Cardinal
  • Camel
  • Fawn
Set 2:
  • Flying Squirrel
  • Raccoon
  • Red Fox
  • Peacock
  • Beaver
  • Lion
Set 3:
  • Elephant
  • Jackrabbit
  • Zebra
  • Yellow-horned Moose
  • Pull Toy
  • Mallard Duck
Set 4:
  • Brown-Horned Moose
  • Penguin
  • Black Bear
  • Cheetah
  • Bald Eagle
  • Airplane
Set 5:
  • Polar Bear
  • Snowshoe Hare
  • Beach Ball
  • Cat
  • Cow
  • Golden Tamarin
Set 6:
  • Turtle
  • Soldier
  • Bison
  • Wolf
  • T-Rex
  • Grizzly Bear
Set 7:
  • Mountain Goat
  • Sheep
  • Owl
  • Black Monkey
  • Rocking Horse

There are still a few items not pictured above, as the game generates each set of hidden object randomly each time you play the scene. We'll make sure to keep playing this scene and will update this space as we find more items to help you out.

Check out the rest of our Disney Animal Kingdom Explorers cheats and tips right here.

What do you think of this Toy Store scene? Do you think it's a clever combination of animals and regular objects? Sound off in the comments.

 

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Source: http://blog.games.com/2012/04/28/disney-animal-kingdom-explorers-toy-store-item-location-guide/

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Hip-Hop Rumors: Nas’ Song “Daughters” Outrages His Baby Mama, She Goes Off On Twitter

A few months back, Nas’ daughter Destiny instagram’ed a photo of a box of condoms on a nightstand by her bed. She is only 17 years old. This glimpse into her young life had the tell-tale signs of a “Black girl lost.” Nas chose to address these issues and others in his new track, “Daughters”,…

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/27/hip-hop-rumors-nas-song-daughters-outrages-his-baby-mama-she-goes-off-on-twitter/

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Bieg and Nasser on Sexy Joysticks and Subversion in Swordfight

Source: http://indiegames.com/2012/04/kurt_bieg_and_ramsey_nasser_on.html

Sanaa Lathan Sara Foster Sara Spraker Sarah Gellman

Sprint's breakthough HD Voice technology (audio)

With the increase in texting, apps, sophisticated cameras, and more, improving smart-phone voice quality has been a low priority for manufacturers and carriers, as demonstrated by the generally ho-hum scores for that attribute in our Ratings. But Sprint promises to...

Source: http://news.consumerreports.org/electronics/2012/04/sprints-breakthough-hd-voice-technology-audio.html

Rhona Mitra Rihanna Robin Tunney Rosario Dawson

Brandy Ft. Chris Brown “Put It Down”

Filed under: MUSIC Tagged: Brandy, Chris Brown

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/27/brandy-ft-chris-brown-put-it-down/

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21 April 2012 / Learn to run a 5K with DC Front Runners

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GayGamesBlog/~3/W2P3BXRLwJc/21-april-2012-learn-to-run-5k-with-dc.html

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Saturday, April 28, 2012

Week 3 for Anton Hysén: he's damn good!

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GayGamesBlog/~3/pOvxq_HQCko/week-3-for-anton-hysen-hes-damn-good.html

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Justin Bieber Kisses Female Fans at Tribeca Film Festival! (PHOTOS)

Justin Bieber Kisses Fans at Tribeca Film FestivalJustin Bieber is grateful for all of his fans! The “Boyfriend” singer greeted an awaiting mob at the Tribeca Film Festival on Friday where he accepted an award for “Disruptive Innovation.” Bieber, who wore a varsity jacket and sunglasses, kissed eager female fans on the cheek and took pictures with them. Justin, 18, looked happy...Read more»

Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2012-04-27/justin-bieber-kisses-female-fans-at-tribeca-film-festival-photos/

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Disney Animal Kingdom Explorers Kodiak: Our guide to finding every item


The latest scene in Disney Animal Kingdom Explorers - Kodiak - is incredibly lovely, combining both land-based and underwater critters via its split view of both habitats. You'll be able to find mammals and birds above the water, while fish and crabs await in the river. Since the variety of animals here is extremely high, make sure to use those animal specific hints if you have stuck figuring out one bird or fish from the next. Of course, we're also here with a guide to help you get started on doing just that.

Note: The items you'll receive will just be a selection of all of those pictured below. If you're looking to find a particular item: Hit Ctrl +F (or Command + F if on a Mac) and type in the name of the object you're looking for. This will take you directly to its image.
Set 1:
  • Red Knot Bird
  • Emperor Goose
  • Yellow-billed Loon
  • Harlequin Duck
  • Kodiak Bear
  • Moose
Set 2:
  • Starfish
  • Columbia Spotted Frog
  • American Mink
  • Yelloweye Rockfish
  • King Crab
  • River Otter
Set 3:
  • Rough-legged Hawk
  • Bald Eagle
  • Snowshoe Hare
  • Leatherback Sea Turtle
  • Stoat
  • Bison
Set 4:
  • Roosevelt Elk
  • Mountain Lion
  • Fireweed Flower
  • Canada Lynx
Set 5:
  • Beaver
  • Red Fox
  • Arctic Tern
  • Pine Marten
  • Trumpeter Swan
  • Mountain Goat
Set 6:
  • Halibut
  • Stika Deer
  • Razor Clam
  • Barren Ground Shrew
Set 7:
  • Red Sea Cucumber
  • Little Brown Bat
  • Dall Sheep
Set 8:
  • Rainbow Trout
  • Chinook Salmon
  • Salmonberry
  • Wood Frog

There are still some animals available to find in the scene above that aren't pictured in our guide (like the butterfly at the left), but that's because the game generates each set of necessary items randomly. We'll make sure to keep playing this scene and will update this space when we've found more animals to help you out. Stay tuned!

Check out the rest of our Disney Animal Kingdom Explorers cheats and tips right here.

What do you think of this Kodiak scene and its use of both above ground and underwater areas? Sound off in the comments.

 

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Source: http://blog.games.com/2012/04/27/disney-animal-kingdom-explorers-kodiak-item-location-guide/

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In Atlanta? Cheer on those running in the Atlanta Bucks Purple Dress Run

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Random's Language Arts is a big music / comic / game trio

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Hollywood Is About To Reopen The Jungle Book

Disney Warner Bros. is preparing to reboot Rudyard Kipling's wild classic, The Jungle Book!
We bet this adaptation will be pret-ty good too because the studio is in talks with Steve Kloves — the guy who wrote ALL of the Harry Potter movies — to write and direct it.
Since we loved ALL of the Harry Potter [...]

Source: http://perezhilton.com/2012-04-28-jungle-book-reboot

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Better With Age: Charlize Theron Stuns at Cinemacon! (PHOTOS)

Better With Age Charlize TheronIronic that Charlize Theron stars as the youth and beauty hungry Queen Ravenna in Snow White and the Huntsman when in reality, the actress herself seems to have found the secret to looking forever young! Charlize, 36, stunned at Cinemacon Thursday night in Las Vegas in a sheer black dress and the Oscar winner proved...Read more»

Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2012-04-27/better-with-age-charlize-theron-stuns-at-cinemacon-photos/

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Better With Age: Charlize Theron Stuns at Cinemacon! (PHOTOS)

Better With Age Charlize TheronIronic that Charlize Theron stars as the youth and beauty hungry Queen Ravenna in Snow White and the Huntsman when in reality, the actress herself seems to have found the secret to looking forever young! Charlize, 36, stunned at Cinemacon Thursday night in Las Vegas in a sheer black dress and the Oscar winner proved...Read more»

Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2012-04-27/better-with-age-charlize-theron-stuns-at-cinemacon-photos/

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Friday, April 27, 2012

Mariah Carey Shows Off Svelte Figure As She & Hubby Nick Cannon Say ‘I Do’ – Again! (PHOTOS)

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Renew Wedding VowsShe makes such a lovely bride, Mariah Carey decided to do it all over again!  As per their tradition, she and Nick Cannon renewed their vows on their wedding anniversary — making this her sixth walk down the aisle!  She and Nick celebrate their fourth anniversary this year. That’s five times as a couple plus...Read more»

Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2012-04-27/mariah-carey-shows-off-svelte-figure-as-she-hubby-nick-cannon-say-i-do-again-photos/

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Mixtape Review: Jon Connor’s “The People’s Rapper LP” [BGA]

BREEDING GROUND'S JON CONNOR IMPRESSES ON "THE PEOPLE'S RAPPER LP" - READ THE REVIEW

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/27/mixtape-review-jon-connors-the-peoples-rapper-lp-bga/

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Panasonic 12.1MP Digital CameraPanasonic 12.1MP Digital Camera

36 Views Of Mt. Fuji

There was a time that if a man wanted to take photos of a mountain, he’d need to do a lot of walking.

A hundred years ago, no man could carry all the plates and gels and flashbulbs and developer fluids for a straight month of photos. Fifty years ago, it might have been possible, but you’d have to go back and forth to get them developed. Twenty years ago, maybe you could have done it all on-site, but who could you have shown it to? And even just a decade ago, at the birth of email and digital cameras, you’d still need to save that image to a computer before you could post it to your blog.

And yet, here we are. In 2012. And at last, the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX90K Wi-Fi & Smartphone Connected Digital Camera offers you a chance to click and be done with it.

Using some sort of impossible-to-understand technology, the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX90K Wi-Fi & Smartphone Connected Digital Camera sends your image right from the camera to a 802.11 b/g/n WiFi connection. You can pop it on your Facebook, your Flickr, your Picasa, your YouTube, or even record a 1080/60i HD Movie and save it to a memory card for later. Now, to show the world 36 views of your favorite mountain, all you’ve gotta do is camp out near a coffee shop!

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Warranty: 1 Year Panasonic

Condition: New

Features:

  • Wi-Fi Connectivity (802.11 b/g/n) for easy, instant communication by image sharing
  • Bright, High Quality F2.5 LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMARIT Lens with 24mm Ultra Wide-Angle and 5x Optical Zoom
  • Advanced Signal Processing System with 12.1-megapixel Hi-Speed CCD High Speed 2-channel Output and High Performance Venus Engine
  • The 3.0-inch Smart Touch Screen for intuitive touch-control shooting and additional fun
  • The iA (Intelligent Auto) mode lets users leave everything to the camera to take beautiful photo and video
  • Other exciting features for more fun photography
    - 3D Photo Mode: produces a realistic, less-distorted 3D image in the camera
    Take 20 panning shots and the camera automatically selects two most suitable images – one for the right eye and one for the left eye – to synthesize a 3D composite. The 3D image can be viewed on VIERA 3D HDTV. The format of 3D image is compatible with MPO which can be played back on other MPO-compatible equipment such as TV, Digital Photo Frame or Printing
    - LUMIX Image Uploader: a convenient way of sharing photos or videos
    Checkmark the photos you want to share in the camera and connect the camera to a PC. You can choose to send it immediately on the spot or later. Uploading automatically starts just by following the guidance. Facebook can be used for photos and YouTube for movies. Users can join these social networking services without installation of special software. It is easy to share photos and videos on the spot, which means that your friends do not have to wait for you to come back home. Users can also utilize conventional LUMIX Image Uploader to send images for Wi-Fi connection
    - 28 Scene Modes: such as popular Baby or Pet, sets most appropriate parameter in wide-ranging situations
  • About PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.4 HD Lite Edition with Wi-Fi:
    - The PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.4 HD Lite Edition with Wi-Fi makes it possible to sort and organize photos not only of those newly taken but also of those stored in your PC with quick start-up and fast read-in of images
  • LUMIX LINK App for iPhone and Android OS Smartphone Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11 b/g/n) (apps available through iTunes and Android Market)
  • WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) for easy connection at home
  • SNS Sharing With LUMIX Club, Facebook, Flickr, Picasa or YouTube
  • 1080/60i HD Movie and Synthesized 3D Composite Stills

Additional Photos:

Technical Specifications:

  • Dimensions (W x H x D):
    - 102.2 x 56.3 x 21.6 mm
    - 4.02 x 2.22 x 0.85 in
  • Weight:
    - Approx. 132g without Battery and SD Memory Card (0.29 lb)
    - Approx. 149g with Battery and SD Memory Card (0.33 lb)
  • Camera Effective Pixels: 12.1 Megapixels
  • Sensor Size / Total Pixels / Filter: 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor / 12.5 Total Megapixels / Primary Color Filter
  • Aperture: F2.5 – 5.9/ Iris Diaphragm (F2.5 – 8 (W) / F5.9 – 18 (T))
  • Optical Zoom: 5x
  • Focal Length:
    - f=4.3-21.5mm (24-120mm in 35mm equiv.)
    - (26-130mm in 35mm equiv. in video recording)
  • Extra Optical Zoom (EZ): 6.1x (4:3 / 8M), 7.8x (4:3 / 5M), 9.8x (4:3 / under 3M)
  • Intelligent Zoom: 6.5x
  • Lens:
    - LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMARIT
    - 7 elements in 6 groups
    - (3 Aspherical Lenses / 5 Aspherical surfaces)
  • Optical Image Stabilizer: MEGA O.I.S. (Off /On / Active Mode(only for motion picture)
  • Digital Zoom: 4x
  • Focusing Area:
    - Normal: Wide 50 cm – infinity / Tele 100 cm – infinity /Macro / Intelligent AUTO/ motion picture: Wide 3 cm – infinity / Tele 100cm – infinity
  • AF Assist Lamp: Yes
  • Focus:
    - Normal, AF Macro, Zoom Macro, Touch AF/AEQuick AF ON/OFF (On in Intelligent Auto), Continuous AF(only for motion picture)
    - AF Tracking
  • AF Metering:
    - Face / AF Tracking / 23pt / 1pt / Spot
    - Touch Area
  • Shutter Speed:
    - Still: 8 – 1/4000 sec
    - Starry Sky Mode : 15, 30, 60sec
  • File Format:
    - Still Image: JPEG (DCF/Exif2.3)
    - 3D Image: MPO
    - Motion picture: AVCHD, MP4
  • Mode Dial / Mode Button:
    - Intelligent Auto, Normal Picture, 3D Photo, SCN, Cosmetic
  • Still Image Scene Mode:
    - Portrait, Transform, Self-Portrait, Scenery, Panorama Assist, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Handheld Night Shot, Food, Party, Candle
    - Light, Baby1, Baby2, Pet, Sunset, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Aerial Photo, Photo Frame, High Dynamic, Pin Hole, Film Grain, High Sensitivity, Hi-Speed Burst(Image priority / Speed priority), Flash Burst(Standard / Art / B&W)
  • Continuous Shooting Mode:
    - Full-Resolution Image, 3.7 frames/sec Max. 7 images
    - High-speed Burst Mode: approx. 6 frames/sec (image priority) approx. 10 frames/sec (speed priority) (recorded in 3M for 4:3, 2.5M for 3:2, 2M for 16:9, 2.5M for 1:1)
  • Motion Picture Recording HD Video:
    - 1920 x 1080 pixels, 60i (FSH: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor output is 30p)
    - 1280 x 720 pixels, 60p (SH: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor output is 30p)
    - 1920 x 1080 pixels, 30 fps (FHD: 20Mbps / MP4) (Sensor output is 30p)
    - 1280 x 720 pixels, 30 fps (HD: 10Mbps / MP4) (Sensor output is 30p)
  • Motion Picture Recording STD Video: VGA: 640 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (4Mbps / MP4)
  • Continuous recordable time(motion pictures):
    - AVCHD: approx. 110 min (PSH), 130 min (SH)
    - MP4:approx.140min.(FHD)
  • Actual recordable time(motion pictures):
    - AVCHD: approx. 60 min (PSH), 70 min (SH)
    - MP4: approx. 75min (FHD)
  • Exposure: Program AE
  • Exposure Compensation: 1/3 EV step, ± 2 EV
  • Auto (AE) Bracketing: 1/3 ˜1EV step, Max ± 1, 3 frames
  • Light Metering: Intelligent Multiple
  • ISO Sensitivity:
    - Auto / i.ISO / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600
    - High Sensitivity mode (ISO 1600-6400)
  • Still Picture Recording 1:1: 2992x2992(9M) / 2448x2448(6M EZ) / 1920x1920(3.5M EZ)/ 1536x1536(2.5M EZ) / 480x480(0.2M EZ)
  • Still Picture Recording 4:3: 4000x3000(12M) / 3264x2448(8M EZ) / 2560X1920(5M EZ) /2048X1536(3M EZ) / 1600x1200(2M EZ) / 640x480(0.3M EZ)
  • Still Picture Recording 3:2: 4000x2672 (10.5M) / 3264x2176 (7M EZ)/ 2560x1712 (4.5M EZ) / 2048x1360 (2.5M EZ) / 640x424(0.3M EZ)
  • Still Picture Recording 16:9: 4000x2248 (9M) / 3264x1840 (6M EZ)/ 2560x1440(3.5M EZ) / 1920x1080 (2M EZ) / 640x360 (0.2M)
  • Image Quality:
    - Fine / Standard
    - (3D mode: MPO Fine / MPO Standard )
  • White Balance: Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / White Set
  • Color mode / Color Effect / My Color:
    - Color Mode (only in iA Mode) : Standard, Black&White, Sepia, Happy
    - Color Mode(only in normal/video) : Standard, Black&White, Sepia, Happy, Natura, Cool, Warm, Vivid
  • Digital Red Eye Correction (Red- Eye Removal): Yes
  • Wi-FI:
    - IEEE 802.11b/g/n
    - Wi-Fi / WPA / WPA2
    - Infurastracture mode
    - Wi-Fi Button
  • Optical Zoom in Motion Picture: Yes
  • Self Timer: 2 sec / 10 sec
  • Playback Mode:
    - Normal Playback, Slideshow, Filtering Playback (Picture Only, Video Only, 3D, Category, Favorites)
    - Album Playback, Calendar Playback, 2D/3D Settings
  • Thumbnails / Zoomed Playback: 12,30-thumbnails / Yes / Touch Magnification
  • Calendar Display / Dual- Image Playback: Yes / No
  • Set Favorites / Rotate Image: Yes / No
  • Show Histogram: Yes
  • DPOF Print Setting / Set Protection: Yes / Yes
  • Resize / Cropping / Aspect Conv. / Leveling: Yes / Yes / No / No
  • Copy / Title Edit / Text Stamp: Yes / Yes / Yes
  • Cut Animation: Yes
  • Video Divide: Yes
  • PictBridge Support: Single / Multi / All / Favorites / DPOF
  • OSD Language: English, Spanish
  • LCD Monitor:
    - 3.0”(7.5cm) TFT Full Touch Screen LCD Display (460K dots), AR Coating
    - Field of View: approx. 100%
    - Power LCD mode, AUTO Power LCD mode
  • Built-in Flash: Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On./Red-eye Reduction,Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off0.6 – 5.9m (Wide/ISO Auto), 1.0 – 2.5m (Tele/ISO Auto)
  • Recording Media: Built-in Memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
  • Built-in Memory: Approx. 70MB
  • Microphone / Speaker: Mono / Yes
  • Interface: micro HDMI, AV Output (NTSC), USB2.0 High speed
  • Power:
    - Li-ion Battery Pack (3.6V, Minimum: 680mAh) (Included)
    - AC Adaptor (Input: 110-240V AC) (Optional – Not Included)
  • Battery life (approx.): 200 pictures (CIPA Standard)
  • Included Software:
    - PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.4 HD Lite Edition with Wi-Fi
    - QuickTime
    - Adobe Reader
  • Owner’s Manual: CLICK HERE!

In the box:

  • (1) Panasonic
  • (1) Battery Pack
  • (1) Battery Charger
  • (1) USB Connection Cable
  • (1) Hand Strap
  • (1) Stylus Pen
  • (1) CD-ROM: Software / Owner’s Manual


Source: http://www.woot.com/Blog/ViewEntry.aspx?Id=23354

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Nicki Minaj Flaunts Bikini Body in Sexy ‘Starships’ Music Video (PHOTOS)

Nicki Minaj's Bikini Clad 'Starships' VideoNicki Minaj really let her voluptuous figure fly in her new music video for the hit and upbeat jam “Starships.” The hip-hop princess teased the video filmed in Hawaii to her fans last month but nothing could have prepared us for such sexy shots of her bangin’ bod. In the video, Nicki, 29, rolls around...Read more»

Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2012-04-27/nicki-minaj-flaunts-bikini-body-in-sexy-%e2%80%98starships%e2%80%99-music-video-photos/

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Daily Word: Embrace The Struggle!!!

TGI…..Everyday!!!! Welcome to the day that you continue to realize that nothing can stop you!! No surrender!!! No Retreat!! Today’s Daily Word is dedicated to Embracing the Struggle!! Fact: Life is not easy for those who dream! Those who have great aspirations will often be met with many setbacks and temporary defeat! On the other hand, those who want to…

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/27/daily-word-embrace-the-struggle/

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Mortal Kombat kicks it old school in new PS Vita trailer

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Fly with pigs, collect gems and defy gravity with Jetpack Joyride's latest update


Fans of Jetpack Joyride have been waiting for over a month for the latest update to hit Halfbrick's insanely popular freemium mobile game, but the wait is finally over, as Version 1.3 is now available to download on your iPhone or iPad, allowing the highly anticipated "Gadgets" feature to finally see the light of day. There are five new sets of gadgets in all, with each being unlocked with anywhere from 2,000 - 6,500 coins, but their exact purposes might be a bit confusing at first glance. That being the case, we're here with an explanation for all of Barry Steakfries' new toys.

Sector 1: Research and Development

  • Air Barrys - 3,500 coins - These shoes will allow you to boost Barry off of the ground and into the middle of the screen much more quickly than a jetpack would allow you to rise alone. They are incredibly appropriate when trying to dodge an incoming missile at the bottom of the screen, or to quickly jump up and grab a free spin token or power-up.
  • Nerd Repellent - 2,000 coins - This removes all scientists from the game, and replaces them with bouncing tumbleweeds. Spiderwebs also appear on the walls. Make sure to remove this gadget if trying to complete missions that as you to "high five scientists."
  • Insta-Ball - 4,000 coins - When you lose a game, this bouncy ball will surround Barry and allow you to bounce along for a few extra meters to increase your score. This can only be used once per game.

Sector 2: Fringe Science

  • Gravity Belt - 5,000 coins - This causes Barry to fall back to the bottom of the screen much faster than he would normally.
  • Missile Jammer - 5,000 coins - This gadget removes the threats of missiles by causing them to turn into a poof of smoke at the last second.
  • Token Gift - 5,000 coins - This gadget causes a spin token to appear at the beginning of each game, which can be collected without having to worry about obstacles blocking your path.

Sector 3: Pseudoscience Action Group

  • Freeze-O-Matic - 3,000 coins - When you lose a game, Barry becomes encased in a block of ice that slides along the ground, adding extra meters to your score. This gadget can only be used once per game.
  • X-Ray Specs - 4,500 coins - This passive ability allows you to see which vehicles (Profit Bird, Mr. Cuddles, etc.) are contained inside power-ups, and also allows you to see through the scientists' clothing (don't worry, it's all very PG).
  • Gemology - Turns some gold coins into red gems, which are worth many more gold coins. This is incredibly useful when challenged with a mission that asks you to collect a certain number of coins.

Sector 4: Futureologist Lounge

  • Ezy-Doge Missiles - 5,500 coins - Missiles will travel much more slowly across the screen.
  • Magnetic Tokens - 4,500 coins - Spin tokens will travel towards Barry, greatly reducing the amount of effort you'll need to expend to pick them up.
  • Flying Pig - 6,000 coins - Flying piggy banks will appear on the screen, heading in the same direction as Barry. Touching them breaks them open, causing coins to randomly scatter on the screen. You'll know you're approaching one when you see a small trail of coins appear on the bottom of the screen.

Sector 5: Testing Zone

  • Free Ride - 5,000 coins - This gadget causes you to start the game in a random vehicle power-up, like the Profit Bird, Bad As Hog, etc.
  • Coin Magnet - 6,000 coins - This turns Barry in to a coin magnet, with an area of effect that is much smaller than those on magnetized vehicle power-ups.
  • Lucky Last - 5,500 coins - This gadget causes your final spin token in every game grant you an automatic random prize. You'll only receive one of these guaranteed prizes per game, regardless of how many coins you've collected along the way.

You'll need to purchase each power-up individually, and will unlock each Sector one after another. That is, you can't immediately purchase the Coin Magnet upgrade, but will instead need to purchase Gadgets from each of the above sectors before you'll unlock it. Additionally, you can only have two Gadgets active at once, but they can be any combination of those listed above.

Needless to say, if you've deleted Jetpack Joyride from your device in the past, the new gadgets available in Version 1.3 are more than enough reason to re-download the game, and even give it a permanent place on your iPhone or iPad. There are Gadgets for most every scenario you could find yourself in while playing (especially if you're trying to complete missions), so make sure to try them all and find the ones that work best for you.

Click here to download Jetpack Joyride Version 1.3 on iTunes --->

Have you downloaded Version 1.3 of Jetpack Joyride on iTunes? Which of these Gadgets is your favorite thus far? Sound off in the comments.

 

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Source: http://blog.games.com/2012/04/26/jetpack-joyride-gadgets-update-guide/

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Mmmm ... donuts: Will Angry Birds Space enter The Simpsons' orbit?

As if Rovio's furious, feathered fowl didn't have enough friends to journey into space with. Now, TechCrunch reports that The Simpsons may pay the Angry Birds a visit in their newest game, Angry Birds Space. Since the mobile hit's newest update went live yesterday, the next world in the Angry Birds trajectory looks uncannily similar to Homer Simpson's favorite donut.

You know, the one with the pink frosting and sprinkles? When players look at the world view screen in Angry Birds Space, they'll see between the new ice planet and the Golden Eggsteroid a pink-frosted donut peeking out of brown packaging. And considering the fact that Fox is already a partner with the Finnish game maker since its Rio-branded game, a promotion like this would make a whole lot of sense.

That's especially since sharp-eyed The Simpsons fans might remember that Angry Birds has been featured and mentioned on the long-running TV show more than once. If this supposed branded partnership goes well, Fox and Rovio could run with it into who knows what. With stuff like an Angry Birds cookbook floating around, it's clear that a deal between the two could go anywhere at this point. Who's up for Angry Birds donuts?

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Are you excited about the possibility of The Simpsons coming to Angry Birds? What do you think of branded events in Angry Birds? Sound off in the comments. Add Comment.

 

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Thursday, April 26, 2012

2013 Scion FR-S sports coupe starts at $25,000, priced less than Subaru BRZ

Scion today announced pricing on its upcoming, rear-drive FR-S sports coupe. The car will sell for $24,930 with a six-speed manual transmission and $26,030 with a six-speed automatic, factoring destination charges. That makes the FR-S less expensive than its mechanical...

Source: http://news.consumerreports.org/cars/2012/04/2013-scion-fr-s-sports-coupe-starts-at-25000-priced-less-than-subaru-brz.html

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MII Flashcam Tactical Flashlight with Built-in Video Recorder & Night VisionMII Flashcam Tactical Flashlight with Built-in Video Recorder & Night Vision

Candle me this

Sorry, Northland Security Products, but you’ve been proven wrong.

Hello, I��m here to kindly ask for a refund. Why? Because you lied, Northland Security Products! That’s why!

No, not about your MII Flashcam Tactical Flashlight being the world’s first tactical flashlight with a video camera, night vision technology, and audio recording all-in-one convenient unit. Nor about the manual brightness control and water and shock resistant design.

What you lied about is the candlepower. You claim it to be 85,000, but after lighting 85,000 candles in and around my garage, I can tell you that this a GROSS overestimate! The blaze of 85,000 candles is FAR brighter than this Flashcam!

Especially if, you know, one of the candles maybe falls over onto a cardboard box of old blankets and ends up maybe setting your whole garage on fire. Now, that’s a light that you can see for blocks! The Flashcam? Pshaw! It could barely get the attention of the cars driving by mere yards away. I’d shine it straight at them, and they would just keep driving along, pointing at my flaming garage, as if there was no man dressed in all black wearing a catcher’s mask waving a flashlight around!

So, now if you please, my refund. By the way, I’m pretty sure I paid at least $100,000 for this thing when I first bought it…

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Warranty: 90 Day Northcrest Security Technologies

Condition: New

Features:

  • World’s first tactical flashlight featuring a video camera system and night vision technology with audio recording all-in-one convenient unit
  • Boasts an 85,000 Candlepower LED flashlight with approximately 3.5 hours of continuous operation
  • Manual brightness control, water resistance, and shock resistant design, this flashlight will get the job done
  • Powerful, 880 nanometer infrared illumination for complete covert viewing
  • Record up to 60 minutes of crystal clear covert night vision surveillance (video and audio)
  • Water resistant aircraft aluminum body
  • Capture the events happening in its view with a Hi-resolution Sony Color Video Camera System
  • 1.5” TFT-LCD color monitor helps you keep track of what is being recorded, and makes playback easy
  • 1 Gigabyte RAM stores 60 minutes of high quality video means you have sufficient capacity to record
  • Included Nickel Metal Hydride 12-Volt, 2.4 amp hour rechargeable battery pack will recharge up to 1,000 times. Also runs on 4 "D" size batteries (Not Included)
  • When returned to the charger, the MII is ready to download its video and audio memory. The convenient “Download” button is located on the MII Charger/Data Docking Station

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Specifications:
Normal Illumination: Three 5 Watt, Hi-Flux LEDs
75 Lumens (cool white light) 85,000 Total Maximum Candlepower
Brightness Control Button
LED Lamp Life (white): Unbreakable LEDs provide more than 100,000 Hours of Trouble Free Life
Infrared Illumination: 880 Nanometer, Covert Infrared Illumination (Non-visible to the Human Eye)
Camera Specifications: Image Sensor: 1/3" CMOS - Color/Black and White Camera
Minimum Illumination: 0.008 Lux
Sync System: Internal/External
Resolution: 480 TV Lines Day and Night (hi-res 640x480 - low-res 320x240) Snapshots - 3 Megapixel
Number of Pixels: 768(H) x 494(V)
Lens: 5.0mm
Structural Design: Aircraft Aluminum 6061 T-6
Anti-corrosion interior and exterior
Polycarbonate lens
Waterproof and Shockproof
Color: Black Matte (Non-glare)
Battery: Nickel Metal Hydride 12-Volt, 2.4 amp hour
Rechargeable up to 1,000 times
Battery Run Time: 4.5 Hours Flashlight Only
3.5 Hours (Camera and Flashlight)
Charger: 12-Volt Vehicle Charger
110 Volt AC Charger
Docking Station
Power Supply: 12V
Dimensions: 17" Long
Weight: 2.2 lbs

 

In the box:

  • Northcrest Security Technologies MII Flashcam
  • Nickel Metal Hydride 12-Volt Rechargeable Battery
  • Docking Station
  • USB Cable
  • AV Cable
  • AC Adapter
  • DC Vehicle Adapter
  • Storage Case
  • Software CD
  • Quick Start Guide
  • User Manual


Source: http://www.woot.com/Blog/ViewEntry.aspx?Id=23352

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Luxurious Mercedes-Benz ML350 impresses, though there are better SUVs

The redesigned Mercedes-Benz ML350 bested the BMW X5 in the June CR issue face-off, but as impressive as it is in several measures, overall, this luxury SUV doesn't outscore the class leaders--despite gaining considerably over the previous model. Our ML350...

Source: http://news.consumerreports.org/cars/2012/04/luxurious-mercedes-benz-ml350-impresses-though-there-are-better-suvs.html

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Snooki: I Have No Interest In Clubbing

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When news broke that Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi was expecting her first child, pretty much everyone wondered how her pregnancy would factor into the filming of Jersey Shore season 6, which gets underway this summer. During an interview on Thursday to promote her and JWoww’s new spin-off, Snooki & JWoww, the 24-year-old gave a little insight...Read more»

Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2012-04-26/snooki-i-have-no-interest-in-clubbing/

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Chris Brown & GF Pull A Rihanna, Tweet Saucy Pics!

MmHmm… Looks like two (or three) can play at this game!!
Rihanna is well known for her SEXXXY photos on Twitter. And some have even speculated the pics are scandalous winks at Chris Brown.
But if that's the case, Breezy and his hopeless romantic new gurlfriend want in on that game too!
Karrueche Tran posted [...]

Source: http://perezhilton.com/2012-04-26-rihanna-chris-brown-karrueche-tran-sex-twitter-pics

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3DS owners receive new puzzle panel through SpotPass

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Ustream 4PM EST: Hip-Hop Scholar Dr. James Peterson and “The #RealSwingVote”

WATCH A LIVE USTREAM - "THE #REALSWINGVOTE" - WITH HIP-HOP SCHOLAR DR. JAMES PETERSON

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/25/ustream-4pm-est-hip-hop-scholar-dr-james-peterson-and-the-realswingvote/

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Impact of You Can Play

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

HEATER OF THE DAY: Playboy Tre [BGA] Ft. P Dukes, Bobby Creekwater, Jarren Benton, Homebwoi and Bohagon “Shot of Rum”

Filed under: Breeding Ground, MUSIC Tagged: Bobby Creekwater, Bohagon, Homebwoi, Jarren Benton, P. Dukes, Playboy Tre, [BGA]

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/25/heater-of-the-day-playboy-tre-bga-ft-p-dukes-bobby-creekwater-jarren-benton-homebwoi-and-bohagon-shot-of-rum/

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Readers Respond: Who Do You Think Is the Most Beautiful Woman Alive? (PHOTOS)

Most-Beautiful-WomanPeople magazine crowned Beyonce Knowles their 2012 Most Beautiful Woman, but that’s not necessarily the consensus of all people. While there’s no denying that Beyonce is stunning, there’s a number of other celebs who deserve a shout out for their good looks. We asked Celebuzz readers who they’d pick to be this year’s Most Beautiful...Read more»

Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2012-04-25/readers-respond-who-do-you-think-is-the-most-beautiful-woman-alive-photos/

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Doomsday Deck Playing Cards – 3pkDoomsday Deck Playing Cards – 3pk

Pick a horseman, any horseman

A doomsday magician never reveals his secrets, because he doesn’t have time.

OK folks, step right up, step right up, don’t be afraid. Don’t mind the chorus of Cherubim and Seraphim proclaiming ruin in the skies behind me, because I’ve got some magic tricks that are really going to rock your world. This three-pack of Doomsday Deck Custom Playing Cards really matches the mood of this day (or rather, this “end-of-days”). The cards’ design by Diamond Jim Taylor is perfectly framed by the river of blood that seems to be surrounding us as I speak.

OK, sir. step right up. Now, I want you to think of a classic Maya b’ak’tun – any Mayan b’ak’tun at all. The 13th b’ak’tun, you say? Good choice – and may we hope the investiture of B’olon-Yokte is indeed at hand. Well, since there isn’t a “13” card, let’s just say you picked the…let’s see…King. Yeah, the King.

Now, I’m just going to shuffle the deck, and…oh crap. All right everybody, please look away for a second while I pick these up. No, that wasn’t a double-backed card – all these sulphur fumes must be causing hallucinations. OK, sir, tell me: Is this your –

[End]

 

Warranty: None

Condition: New

Features:

  • New design by Diamond Jim Tyler
  • Ancient imagery based on the Mayan calendar, a compass rose, sugar skulls and more
  • Poker-sized Bicycle stock with an “apocalyptic” finish
  • Licensed with Bicycle faces so they can be implemented into 808 decks for various magic routines
  • Two duplicate Jokers, a unique Ace of Spades, a blank-faced card, a double-backed card and a secret one-way design
  • Guaranteed until the end of days 12.21.2012

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In the box:

  • (3) Doomsday Deck 1 Custom Playing Cards


Source: http://www.woot.com/Blog/ViewEntry.aspx?Id=23178

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Scarlett Johansson Will NOT Be In Iron Man 3!

From Black Widow herself, we're hearing that Scarlett Johansson will NOT be in Iron Man 3!
We're okay with that — not because we don't like ScarJo OR Black Widow, but we feel like Iron Man 2 wasn't so great because they shifted focus away from Tony Stark and his personal issues.
That's something screenwriter Shane Black [...]

Source: http://perezhilton.com/2012-04-25-scarlett-johansson-will-not-be-in-iron-man-3

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Seinfeld-inspired 5th Ave Frogger Uses Real-time Traffic Data

Source: http://indiegames.com/2012/04/seinfeld-inspired_5th_ave_frog.html

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Dyson DC24 All-Floors Vacuum - $199.99Dyson DC24 All-Floors Vacuum

Obsessive Compulsive Dysorder

We know, we know. You’d rather not think about what’s on the floor you walk across every day.

Once you start obsessing over the smorgasbord of crud ensnared in your seemingly innocent carpets, of the microscopic filthies prowling your hardwood and tile, you might never feel clean and safe again. When someone calls your attention to the problem, even as a first step to solving it, the natural reaction is to lash out in denial. We understand.

Lucky for you, the Dyson DC24 doesn’t scare as easily. It loves nothing more than using its 115 airwatts of suction power to imprison your floor scum in its bagless debris bin. And it’s so easy to maneuver, even into tight spaces, that you can pretend you’re doing something else the whole time, like gliding across an immaculate polished marble ballroom floor.

Maybe you can literally sweep this problem under the rug. But metaphorically, no way. The longer you ignore it, the more painful the eventual reckoning. You can either live in denial or live with the Dyson DC24 - because crud never sleeps.

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Warranty: 6 Month Dyson

Condition: Refurbished

Features:

  • Suction power – 115 airwatts (constant)
  • Ultra-lightweight and compact, weighing only 11.65 lbs.
  • Rides on a ball so you can get the vacuum where you need it with out pushing and pulling, back and forth around corners and obstacles
  • The motor is stored inside the ball which gives it a lower center of gravity that improves maneuverability
  • Root Cyclone™ Technology: Patented Dyson technology that doesn’t lose suction power as you vacuum
  • Lifetime Washable HEPA Filtration (High Efficiency Particulate Air): Filters can remove 99.97% of airborne particles 0.3 micrometers in diameter. This can trap fine particles such as pollen or other allergens
  • Certified Asthma and Allergy Friendly by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
  • Easy Empty Bin: Button controlled system allows for a clean and hygienic way to discard dust and dirt it traps
  • Motorized Brushbar: Powerful bristles remove dirt and pet hair from carpets
  • Clear Bin allows you to see when the bin should be emptied and removes the need to buy specific vacuum bags
  • Reversible wand for easier cleaning in hard-to-reach places
  • User’s Guide
Product Specifications
Dimensions (HxWxD): 29.6×11.0×13.7 inches
Weight: 11.65 pounds
Patented cyclone technology: Root Cyclone™ technology
Suction power: 115 Air Watts (constant)
Movement Type: Ball™ Technology
Filter: Lifetime washable HEPA filter
Cleaner Head / Floor Tool: Motorized Brushbar
Bin capacity: 0.19 gallons
Cord length: 20 ft.
Max reach: 28.72 ft

In the box:

  • Dyson DC24 All-Floors Upright Ball Vacuum
  • User’s Guide
  • Warranty Card


Price: $199.99

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Sportscasters say "You Can Play"

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The Daily Hotness: Breakfast is awesome again

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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Don Cornelius' Autopsy Report Reveals Years Of Suffering

This is so sad.
Details of the autopsy report for Soul Train’s Don Cornelius reveal the legend had been dealing with unbearable pain for quite some time.
Cornelius died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to his temple back in February at age 75.
Now, the report is stating that Don was plagued with seizures after suffering an aneurysm [...]

Source: http://perezhilton.com/2012-04-25-don-cornelius-autopsy-report-reveals-seizure-pain

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Facebook may have to foot the bill for kids' Facebook Credit purchases

Never underestimate the wrath of an angry mother. Arizona mom Glynnis Bohannon has filed a class-action suit (PDF) against Facebook, seeking a refund for her son's Facebook Credit purchases and all those affected. The lawsuit rests on Facebook's terms of service requirement that forbids all users from providing false personal information when buying Facebook Credits, the social network's paid currency used to buy content in games and apps.

If a customer's personal information is falsified even in part, the court--Facebook looks to make this a federal case--could rule that those Facebook Credits transactions are void and require a full refund. The lawsuit also targets Facebook's stance on minors using Facebook Credits: "If you are under the age of 18, you may make payments only with the involvement of a parent or guardian. You should review these Payments Terms with a parent or guardian to make sure that you both understand them."

Not exactly an airtight solution. As VentureBeat points out, it could be simple to convince a judge that Facebook isn't doing its best at keeping customers from providing false information at purchase and ensuring that kids have their parents' consent before buying Facebook Credits. Just look at how Apple was all but forced to tweak its in-app purchases system after that Smurfs Village horror story. We've reached out to Facebook for comment.

Update: A Facebook spokesman has told us, "We believe this complaint is without merit and we will fight it vigorously."

Are you surprised by this news at all? Has your kid ever purchased Facebook Credits or anything of the sort, for that matter? Sound off in the comments. Add Comment.

 

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Source: http://blog.games.com/2012/04/23/facebook-credits-lawsuit/

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Tribes: Ascend gets new content for the Raider class

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Evil triumphs because good is dumb in Archie Sonic #236

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Mysonne “Ambitionz As A Rider”

Filed under: MUSIC Tagged: Mysonne

Source: http://allhiphop.com/2012/04/24/mysonne-ambitionz-as-a-rider/

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Free is the way to be: Four in every 10 freemium players pay up

With numbers like that, it's no surprise that free-to-play (F2P) has become the de facto leading model in online gaming. According to GamesIndustry, The NPD Group latest report--titled "Insights into the Freemium Games Market"--has found that 40 percent of players of F2P games pay up for in-game content and items.

Better yet (for freemium game makers), those free-to-paid player conversions typically happen within the first month of play. And unsurprisingly, women are way more likely to play a F2P game than men. What is surprising, however, is that the ladies "are among the least likely to pay for an upgrade," according to The NPD Group.

While a whopping 84 percent of F2P players continue to play their game of choice through the trial period, it's challenging to get those players to pay up. In fact, The NPD Group admitted that said games are designed with that in mind. "When designing a game, it's important to consider features that would drive quick conversion to pay," NPD industry analyst Anita Frazier.

Ultimately, The NPD Group comes to the conclusion that 38 percent of the U.S. population plays some form of F2P game. The only place these games are going is into the hands of more people.

[Image Credit: Knickerbocker]

Have you ever paid up for content or items in a F2P game? Do you see this becoming the norm for all games? Sound off in the comments. Add Comment.

 

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Source: http://blog.games.com/2012/04/23/free-to-play-games-npd-report/

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