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"Our goal is to be close to patients, our end users. In addition to our medical devices, we want to offer digital solutions that will help them to manage their conditions and take control of their health.”
Olivier Carré, Chief Information & Digital Officer, Thuasne
A specialist in medical devices, Thuasne is recognized for the cutting-edge healthcare expertise it has developed over the 175 years since it was founded; a knowledge base that is constantly being enriched with new techniques and applications. By closely monitoring emerging technologies, the Group is able to design new digital solutions to optimize its processes and, ultimately, to offer better treatment for health conditions. This all-embracing approach to digitalization is delivering practical, lasting benefits for all healthcare stakeholders, with patients being the first in line.
Digitalization represents a strategic shift in the history of the Thuasne Group. Initiated several years ago, it is being carried out in a methodical way with genuine commitment. "We are working in all areas of the company at the same time," says Olivier Carré, the Group's Chief Information & Digital Officer. "That includes the administrative side of the business, as improving efficiency in this area will free up resources for more innovative projects, such as changes to our manufacturing processes.” In fact, a roadmap entitled Industrialization 4.0 has been drawn up already, comprising four pillars: paperless operation, automation, robotization, and data management.
The Group is also developing its range of services for patients with the launch in the United States, for example, of a measuring app for custom-made braces. "Digital technology enables us to develop tools that replace traditional ways of operating – and to offer complementary services as well," says Olivier Carré. This diversification also benefits healthcare professionals, as demonstrated by the launch in the US of the Thuasne Academy e-learning platform to train them in the use of the Group's medical devices.
Throughout its digital transformation, Thuasne is placing the priority on the customer relationship. The Group has set up an integrated services portal where customers can place orders, check stock availability, manage returns, etc. "The key is to adapt to changes in the market and the global healthcare ecosystem," says Olivier Carré. "In particular, we want to encourage the development of paperless healthcare systems and to engage with new players such as online pharmacies."
In Germany, for example, some prescriptions have been paperless since January 2022 and are used to buy medical products online. For its part, Thuasne has moved into the e-commerce marketplace with the launch of a dozen online stores, including one in France dedicated to the sports product range.
"Our aim is to be close to patients, our end users," says Olivier Carré. "In addition to our medical devices, we want to offer digital solutions that will help them to manage their conditions and take control of their health.”
Digital technology opens up many other opportunities, particularly in the areas of prevention and connected products. The global transformation of the sector brought about by digital technology is only just beginning, and Thuasne intends to lead the way.


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Among many other things, 2020 has been a big year for Apple fans. The company hasn't let the advent of a global pandemic slow it down, with huge product launches across its entire range of Macs, iPhones, iPads and more. And, in a surprise turn of events, it seems the iPhone 12 wasn't the last device Apple had up its sleeve for 2020.
Apple has announced yet another event due to take place 10 November, tantalisingly titled One More Thing. And we have a pretty good idea what that 'one more thing' might be. Rumours have been rife that Apple will launch the first MacBooks with Apple's own silicon chips in 2020 – could our best laptops for graphic design list be welcoming a late entry before the year is out?


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More than 400 applicants from Mandalay Region have applied for emergency coronavirus pandemic fund and 93 of them have been approved to receive the loan so far.
The priority sectors for the fund of K100 billion are CMP garment businesses, hotels and tourism services and small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
“A total of 417 businesspersons applied for the coronavirus loan at Mandalay Region Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MRCCI). Some applied through an online platform. As the coronavirus fund to enterprises hit hard by the pandemic is set at K100 billion and the loan granted has not reached its fund limit of K100 billion, there is still hope for businesses. Although the businesses do not know the amount of loan they will get, they are happy that their businesses are listed on the businesses approved to the fund. During the pandemic, the fund will contribute the businesses a lot.
Furthermore, the interest rate of 1 per cent for one year is extremely low. The businesses approved for the loan includes food industry, weaving business, hotels and tourism enterprise, private schools and gems and jewellery business,” said MRCCI general secretary U Okkar Kyaw.
Regarding coronavirus fund, five businesspersons out of 178 applicants selected in the second batch, one of 101 in the third batch and 87 of 417 in the fourth batch are from Mandalay Region.
“I am glad that I get the fund. We follow the health guidelines and offer food takeaway or delivery. We cannot terminate employment immediately. The income drops by about one-fourth. We cannot expect the high income after the crisis of pandemic. We need to survive in this with the fund. We have prepared for prevention measures in line with health guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health and Sports to contain the spread of the pandemic when the businesses can resume operations,” said U Kyaw Thu Aung, a tea shop owner from Maha Aung Myay Township.
The amount of loan granted and further procedures will be released at MRCCI office on 1 June. The loan applications were accepted between 30 March and 9 April and a total of 4,258 applicants applied for it. So far, the government has granted over K28 billion loans to over 700 businesses in the country.
The eligibility for the maximum amount of emergency coronavirus fund can vary depending on the workforce in factories, said UMFCCI general secretary U Aye Win.
“Majority of the applications are from SMEs, followed by the hotel businesses and CMP garment factories. However, CMP garment factories will receive the highest loan amount as they are labour-intensive businesses. SMEs with the small number of workers will get access to small amount only,” he stressed at the press conference of UMFCCI held in mid-May.
Some businesses shut down during the early outbreak. The emergency coronavirus loan aims to ease the economic burden faced by the virus-stricken businesses, and not to expand the business and put capital for businesses. Mainly, the government intends to help the business keep operations and the workers get the salary for at least three months. — IPRD, Myint Maung(Translated by Ei Myat Mon)


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U.S. pork exports this year or innovative high school Japanese and Korean imports surge as promoter
According to the U.S. Meat Export Federation economist Erin Daley Borror, as of the end of 2011, U.S. pork exports will likely exceed $ 5 billion, breaking the 2008 record of $ 4.88 billion.
In 2011 the first five months of U.S. pork exports rose 16% (up to 91.6763 million tons), exports rose 22% (23.5 billion U.S. dollars). Erin Daley Borror said, in large part due to China, South Korea and Japan, the result of increased imports. South Korea's export volume of more than 2010 full-year exports, in part because South Korea's most pigs have been destroyed because of foot and mouth disease. China is also a serious shortage of supply of live pigs, which resulted in a significant market impact.
Exports to Japan has been high in 2010, but exports still rose 18 percent to $ 790 million or more.


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At least one segment of American video gamers isn’t just playing for fun; these “extreme” gamers are playing more than 45 hours per week, according to a new report from market research firm NPD. NPD surveyed more than 20,000 people aged 2 to 65 about their game-playing habits. Although these “extreme” gamers only make up a small percentage of America’s 174 million gamers — 3 percent, NPD says — that’s still more than 5 million players who are playing as much as they go to work or school. “Although Extreme Gamers are heavily involved with the industry, they represent a small portion of the potential market for any new game that comes to market,” said Anita Frazier, industry analyst for NPD. Are people who play this much addicted to video games? So far, doctors have been reluctant to make that diagnosis. Last year, the American Medical Association rejected a measure to classify video-game playing as a formal addiction. Instead, it said that more research is needed. "There’s no science to support it," Dr. Stuart Gitlow, an addiction medicine specialist, told the Associated Press last year. The AMA’s reluctance, however, hasn’t prevented other researchers from studying it or recognizing obsessive video game playing as a potential problem. "We are seeing people, particularly 20-something and 30-something folks, who have what looks to be an addictive relationship with computer games … Whether that has been scientifically documented is up in the air," Jeff Georgi, clinical director of the Duke Addictions Program at Duke University told World News last year. "[But] behaviorally, it sure looks like it … It feels like an addiction to me, from a clinical point of view." In a similar vein, a rehab center in Illinois recently opened the only in-patient facility in the country that treats patients for Internet addiction. Researchers at Stanford University say that if you’re male, you might be more likely to become addicted to playing. In a small study released earlier this year, researchers at Stanford Medical School found that that reward centers of men’s brains were far more activated than those in women’s brains while playing a video game designed by the researchers.
To wit, 75 percent of those more extreme gamers in the NPD study are male, with the bulk of them — 79 percent — under the age of 35. It should be noted, however, that in terms of buying video games and video game equipment, such as consoles, men and women are nearly split down the middle. Nintendo specifically has tried to cater to women, notably soccer moms, with the widely popular Wii and its portable gaming system, the Nintendo DS. So what does this mean for those “extreme gamers?” They’ve got an awful lot of time on their hands to play “Halo 3.” –Ashley Phillips


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NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Here are 10 things you should know for Tuesday, Aug. 12:
1. -- U.S. stock futures were rosy early Tuesday across the board, as investors assessed potential changes to the energy field with the Kinder Morgan (KMI) - Get Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI) Report reorganization foremost in mind.
European stocks shrank early Tuesday, as renewed uncertainty in the Ukraine helped push Germany’s market downwards and the French current account deficit gaped wider as a result of the huge fine French banking giant BNP Paribas (BNPQY) paid to U.S. regulators last month. The London market showed little movement.
2. -- The economic calendar in the U.S. on Tuesday is relatively quiet, with the monthly Treasury budget appearing at 2 p.m.
3. -- U.S. stocks on Monday had strong intraday gains, but gave back much of those gains by the close. Markets took a breather from geopolitical concerns, as Russia appeared to step back from the brink over Ukraine and there were hopes that U.S. airstrikes in Iraq may have slowed the advance of Islamist rebels there. A renewed three-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza also played a role in the improved mood.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DIA) - Get SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust Report closed up 0.1%, to 16,569.98. The S&P 500 (SPY) - Get SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust Report rose 0.28% to 1,936.92. The Nasdaq (QQQ) - Get Invesco QQQ Trust Report jumped 0.7% to 4,401.33.
4. -- Houston-based oil pipeline company Kinder Morgan (KMI) - Get Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI) Report announced that it will spend $71 billion to consolidate its master limited partnership empire of Kinder Morgan Energy Partners (KMP) , Kinder Morgan Management (KMR) and El Paso Pipeline Partners (EPB) into one company, traded under the ticker KMI. The deal is massive, and Wall Street spent all day digesting it.
Kinder Morgan stock rallied all day Monday, up 9% to $39.37. In premarket trading the stock gained another 0.2%. The soon-to-be-acquired stocks also rallied.
CEO Rich Kinder made $1.5 billion in share value alone yesterday. And the condensed stock will have a simpler structure, without the required dividend payouts for MLPs.
5. -- Amazon (AMZN) - Get Amazon.com, Inc. Report is doubling down on its attempt to squeeze Walt Disney (DIS) - Get Walt Disney Company Report for price concessions, blocking preorders for Captain America: The Winter Soldier and other DVDs. Online sales of home entertainment are about one-third of the market, and are a key source of profit for entertainment companies. Walmart (WMT) - Get Walmart Inc. Report and Barnes & Noble (BKS) - Get Barnes & Noble, Inc. Report are still selling the DVDs as usual.
In its continued drive for low prices, Amazon has been in a months-long battle with book publisher Hachette in a bid to pay the publisher less for e-books. Writers have pushed back, suggesting that Amazon had misquoted Orwell and had pushed writers and publishers too hard.
Amazon is also in hot water for its $800 million in losses this quarter. Amazon's Jeff Bezos has long insisted on the long view on Amazon's profits. The question is whether Amazon is trying to get more concessions from publishers because the "everything store" increasingly needs to support its bottom line. And the hard-line tactics may boost rival retailers.
6. -- Caesars Entertainment (CZR) - Get Caesars Entertainment Corporation Report, the casino operator, lost money on weak business in Atlantic City, despite a strong quarter in Las Vegas. The company has not booked a profit since 2009.
Caesars has suffered from a weak economy, a heavy debt load, and a failure to gain a casino license in Macau. Caesars stock was going for $13.01 in premarket trading, down 4.8%.
7. -- Nuance Communications (NUAN) - Get Nuance Communications, Inc. Report, maker of speech-recognition software like Dragon NaturallySpeaking, missed analyst expectations on its third-quarter revenue but met profit-per-share estimates as reported yesterday. Its new forecast is lower than expected.
Nuance shares have sagged since then by 10.9%, to $16.12 in premarket trading.
8. -- The U.S. Postal Service has hiked its rates and increased shipping and packaging revenue by 6.6% to $3.2 billion and standard mail revenue by 5.1% to $4.2 billion. But it still booked a $2 billion loss for the quarter ending June 30. A year ago, the USPS booked a $740 million loss. Plus, in its prior quarter this year, the USPS lost $1.9 billion. For 21 out of the past 23 quarters, the post office has lost money.
But these losses don't really reflect business conditions for the post office -- instead they are due to a 2006 Congressional mandate that the USPS pre-fund its retiree health benefits.
The post office also said that it wanted to reinvest in its infrastructure, which will cost up to $10 billion more.
9. -- BuzzFeed, the click-bait Web site, received a $50 million investment from venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, pushing the site's estimated value to $850 million. The new cash will help BuzzFeed build a new section for lifestyle content, as well as allow BuzzFeed to acquire competitors and start a tech incubator in-house.
Rumor had it that Walt Disney was interested in buying the media site, but balked at the $1 billion price investors wanted.
10. -- A top shareholder in Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX) , ValueAct Capital, said that there's no need for Valeant to acquireAllergan (AGN) - Get Allergan plc Report. A long bidding war is a distraction, ValueAct CEO Jeff Ubben told Reuters in an interview. ValueAct owns 5.7% of Valeant stock and is the company's third-largest stockholder.
Valeant stock was off 1.76% in premarket trading, to $107.25. Allergan was down 2.19% to $153.39.
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TheStreet Ratings team rates KINDER MORGAN INC as a Buy with a ratings score of B. TheStreet Ratings Team has this to say about their recommendation:
"We rate KINDER MORGAN INC (KMI) a BUY. This is driven by multiple strengths, which we believe should have a greater impact than any weaknesses, and should give investors a better performance opportunity than most stocks we cover. The company's strengths can be seen in multiple areas, such as its robust revenue growth, good cash flow from operations, expanding profit margins, increase in net income and notable return on equity. We feel these strengths outweigh the fact that the company has had lackluster performance in the stock itself."
Highlights from the analysis by TheStreet Ratings Team goes as follows:
- The revenue growth came in higher than the industry average of 2.1%. Since the same quarter one year prior, revenues rose by 16.4%. This growth in revenue does not appear to have trickled down to the company's bottom line, displaying stagnant earnings per share.
- Net operating cash flow has increased to $1,085.00 million or 14.21% when compared to the same quarter last year. The firm also exceeded the industry average cash flow growth rate of -7.19%.
- 38.48% is the gross profit margin for KINDER MORGAN INC which we consider to be strong. It has increased from the same quarter the previous year. Regardless of the strong results of the gross profit margin, the net profit margin of 7.21% trails the industry average.
- The net income growth from the same quarter one year ago has exceeded that of the S&P 500, but is less than that of the Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels industry average. The net income increased by 2.5% when compared to the same quarter one year prior, going from $277.00 million to $284.00 million.
- KINDER MORGAN INC reported flat earnings per share in the most recent quarter. The company has suffered a declining pattern of earnings per share over the past year. However, we anticipate this trend reversing over the coming year. During the past fiscal year, KINDER MORGAN INC reported lower earnings of $1.15 versus $1.22 in the prior year. This year, the market expects an improvement in earnings ($1.23 versus $1.15).
- You can view the full analysis from the report here: KMI Ratings Report
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text: Manufacturing Saudi-backed Lucid shares down as deliveries take hit By Reuters July 13, 2023 Lucid The Saudi Arabia-backed startup has been struggling to ramp up production in the face of supply chain issues Lucid Group said its second-quarter production dropped from the previous three months while deliveries stayed flat, sending the shares of the luxury electric-vehicle maker down about 12 percent on Wednesday. The Saudi Arabia-backed startup has been struggling to ramp up production in the face of supply chain issues, while a price war started by market leader Tesla in January has intensified competition. Lucid delivered 1,404 vehicles in the quarter to June 30, compared with 1,406 deliveries in the previous quarter. Its production fell six percent sequentially to 2,173 vehicles. The company had trimmed its 2023 production forecast and reported a lower-than-expected first-quarter revenue in May as it took a hit from Tesla’s price war and rising interest rates. “We continue to view Lucid as a broken growth story and its ramp up rate has been particularly disappointing considering its newer, state-of-the-art factory in Casa Grande, Arizona,” CFRA Research analyst Garrett Nelson said. Lucid’s Air luxury sedans start at $87,400, putting them in direct competition with the Elon Musk-led automaker’s Model S that costs $88,490. “We continue to believe significant price cuts are needed on the Air, particularly in light of increasing competition, in order to stimulate demand,” Nelson added. Lucid has also been struggling with a cash crunch and had unveiled plans in May to raise about $3 billion through a stock offering, nearly two-thirds of which would come from its largest investor Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). Last month, the EV maker signed a deal with Aston Martin, giving the British company access to its electric powertrain and battery technologies in return for a 3.7 percent stake. Lucid said it would report financial results for the second quarter on August 7 after markets close.


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- Apple to soon make it easier to login in to iCloud
Cupertino-based tech giant Apple is soon going to roll out a new feature that will make it much easier to login to their iCloud ID. Spotted in the developer beta versions of the iOS13, iPadOS 13 as well as macOS Catalina the new feature will allow users to sign in their iCloud IDs using Face ID or Touch ID.
- Celebrate World Idli Day with these tasty variants of the humble dish
The simple yet delicious idli, along with piping hot sambhar and a variety of chutneys has been an all-time favourite breakfast and snack item for people. But did you know that there is a day dedicated to idli -March 30? Check these outlets in Pune to dig into some of the most delicious variants of the humble idly.
- Thief steals businessman's bank details, ID card data; siphons off Rs 3.3 crore
The Mumbai businessman approached the police on July 12 after realizing that he had been cheated. The cyber cell used transaction digital trail to zero in on the accused, Amanatullah Shaikh who stole Rs 3.3 crore after getting a new sim of the businessman's number by providing fake documents. Police said the crime had all the signs of a syndicate operation.
- India 'dosa king' seeks delay to life sentence for love-saga murder
P Rajagopal, the wealthy founder of the Saravana Bhavan chain of eateries popular across India and beyond was found guilty and sentenced to 10 years in 2004 over the killing of a love rival. Reports say Rajagopal,71, and known as the "Dosa King" was obsessed with the daughter of an employee and wanted to marry her.
- Chennai: Want free water? Buy a kilo of idli batter
Appalled by the water scarcity afflicting his neighbourhood, a Triplicane businessman has put up a board outside his shop saying customers can avail a bucket of water free for every kilogram of idli-dosa batter they buy. The only requirement for customers is to bring their own buckets and to boil the water before using it.
- ID tags for strays, basement parking at homes?
Underground lots for resolving parking woes in Sector 22, a smartphone app for resident welfare associations (RWAs) to interact with citizens, identification tags for stray dogs, and using GPS devices to enable last-mile connectivity are among the suggestions which many feel could be implemented in Chandigarh in near future.


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A BREWING company has launched a new beer in stores across Sussex to help the homeless.
Big Hug Brewing’s new beer, Pave The Way Pale Ale, was developed as part of its support to charity partner Only A Pavement Away (OAPA). The charity helps people experiencing homelessness, such as vulnerable veterans, and helps ex-offenders find jobs.
The beer is stocked alongside other Big Hug Brewing products, such as their Juicy Pale and White IPA beers, at 29 Sussex Co-ops, including Brighton and Hove. Other places where people can buy beer are unlicensed, including Southover Wines in Brighton, Wine Barrell in Hove and Palate in Shoreham.
A portion of the sales will go to OAPA. Big Hug Brewing hopes to raise £ 5,000 for the charity, with 10p from each sale of cans going to OAPA. The funds will be used for the Hospitality Against Homelessness charity campaign.
Greg Mangham, co-founder of the charity, said: “It’s a fantastic initiative, and it’s exciting to see Pave the Way now on the shelves.”
“Our goal for 2021 is to place another 250 vulnerable people who have experienced homelessness, who have experienced or been at risk of homelessness, in long-term stable employment in the hospitality industry. Working with Big Hug Brewing will really help us make a difference.
This isn’t the first time Matt Williams, 43, founder of Big Hug Brewing, has launched an initiative like this. Three years ago, Williams started the “Hugs4Snugs” initiative, but he is excited about the new beer and its help.
Williams, who lives in Brighton, said: “The funds raised will help provide essential financial support to help those benefiting from OAPA’s employment program pay for rent, travel and essential living expenses while on the job. transition to an independent life. ”
“Getting Pave The Way listed in Sussex Co-ops will be a massive step forward towards the fundraising goal and it’s great to be able to align yourself with a company that has a strong social ethic.”
Big Hug Brewing works with select brewing partners to help them produce their beers, rather than having their own brewery. The new beer, Pave The Way Pale Ale, has an alcohol content of 4.6% and is available in 330ml cans. The can features an illustration of an OAPA program member in a slight superhero position empowered by his new job and the opportunities created by OAPA.
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As it turns out, the average Brit will start an eye-watering 189 diets in their lifetime, which will be largely unsuccessful, according to a new study by The Laughing Cow. The survey also discovered that, as a nation, we're likely to attempt three diets over the course of the next year and that each one will last no longer than seven weeks. Yes, our lack of willpower is mildly depressing, but it's also great to know that we're not alone.
If you ask us, when it comes to dieting, the fewer rules there are, the easier it is, which is why the 16:8 diet is set to be huge.Hello Glow
You'll remember just how popular the 5:2 fasting diet (where you restrict yourself to 500 calories two days out of the week and the rest of the time you eat normally) was. The diet was a form of intermittent fasting (IF), which studies revealed was not only great for your waistline, but it was great for your health too. Another bonus was that you didn't become a social pariah because you just didn't socialize on the low-calorie days. But what if we said the 16:8 diet makes fasting even easier?
The 16:8 diet, or the eight-hour diet as it's also known, was a 2012 New York Times best-selling book, so it's nothing new, but a recent study into this specific form of IF was shown to improve some health markers, reduce fat percentage and increase muscle mass when carried out for eight weeks so it's now well and truly back on everyone's radar. And might just be exactly what we need to prove those statistics wrong.
How the 16:8 Diet Works
It has gained the name the 16:8 diet or the eight-hour diet because within a 24-hour window you eat for eight hours and fast for the remaining 16.В David Kingsbury, who trains stars like Hugh Jackman andВ Jennifer Lawrence, says of the regimen, "The 16:8 diet is essentially where people fast for 16 hours and just eat in an eight-hour window. You can fit that in around your lifestyle."
The timings are really the only rules you need to abide by, and you can decide when you eat and when you fast. Some people find skipping breakfast and eating between 1 p.m. and 9 p.m. easiest, but if you love breakfast and think you can handle no food after 5 p.m.,В then, by all means, load up your first meal of the day in the morning and eat between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., for example.
During the eight hours, you can eat and drink whatever you like. This doesn't give you carte blanche to go wild and eat dozens of bags of Kettle chips, but you don't need to watch your calorie intake either. During the remaining 16 hours, you can drink black coffee and tea or water, but that's it.В
Julie Shatzel, MD, a California-based medic, has been putting her patients on the 16:8 diet and has seen some amazing results.В
"I'm a huge advocate of itВ because what we're finding with early human trials is that people are able to lose weight, eating relatively the same but just in an eight-hour timeframe," she told Closer. "It seems to alter the metabolism for the better. Our genes are pre-programmed to do certain things very well during the day and during the evening. By restricting our eating time, we're just revealing the true programming of our genes."
On the recent Channel 4 Food Unwrapped Special, in which the team explored the diet, Schatzel said of her own experience with the 16:8 diet, "Those five or six pounds that always used to stick around? They just don't stick around anymore."
Do You Need to Fast Every Day?
If it's true that the 16:8 diet alters your metabolism for the better, then you want to aim to stick to it for a certain window of time, say eight weeks like in the recent study, for the best results. But you can have one or two days where you eat at any time and it shouldn't affect your end results too much.


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PSD2 is addressing the symptoms, not the real underlying problems: trust and data balance
As PSD2 came into effect, there is collective concern around the potential impact of this new payment regulation on banks and consumers. While public discussion is justified, many have already forgotten that these are the symptoms and very little attention is being given to the two main underlying causal problems. Namely that companies and consumers are increasingly becoming aware that they no longer have any control over what happens to their data and how others earn money from it – data that was often voluntarily provided. The other substantial issue is the dangerous speed at which confidence is decreasing around how others manage that data. Safeguarding digital trust currently lags too far behind other technological developments.
If we want to take on these two challenges, we must take action now to regain control of our own data. If we do nothing, we become increasingly dependent on the vagaries of Google, Facebook or other foreign companies.
Sharing data is easy, but controlling already shared data isn’t. We can leave this to traditional institutions to manage or we can try to solve this problem with technology. But personally, I believe in creating an infrastructure based on trust. For example, through agreements around the sharing of data, in which users get full control of their own data, and which should include the user friendly tools to actually exercise this control. A public-private partnership is necessary to achieve this because the problem is too substantial to be solved by any one party. It should become normal to invest in a digital infrastructure based on trust for data sharing. Just like it makes total sense to all of us to invest in the rail or road systems. After all, we share data every day in the same way that we travel by car or train on a daily basis.
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July has become the month of UpStream electrical mathematics. First we
add urine with forward osmosis without electricity. This week, we will be adding pencil lead to water to create a battery.
That's right; a research team from the Monash University Department of Materials Engineering, led by Dr. Dan Li, have developed a material they call graphene. They believe this development could lead to the next generation of batteries. Why is this? This material can create an electrical storage device powerful enough to outshine even the most efficient lithium-ion batteries with the added bonus of only taking seconds to charge. Add to that its ability to charge an almost unending number of times and we might just have the perfect battery.
So, why isn't this in every product everywhere already? Hit the break to find out.
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Right now Microsoft has 11 brick and mortar store locations; well, 12 if you count
the Apple store that was branded in their honor. As far as we can tell most of these locations are not profitable, but that doesn't seem to detour Steve Ballmer from pushing forward with 75 new locations across the U.S. There is speculation that this is an assertive move to compete with Apple, which has around 300 physical locations, the real question however is, what does Microsoft have to gain from all this?
Since at least early April of this year there has been a hot debate among the Microsoft executive circle about whether or not this is going to benefit them. Certainly there are a lot of different factors here. Take for example, the success of Apple stores. It's true that iPods and iPhones are sold almost everywhere under the sun but Apple still largely retains iMac and iPad for themselves, with the exception of Best Buy and maybe a couple other retailers. I believe the reason they can pull this off is because Apple exercises the philosophy that you should have to purchase 4 devices, iMac, iPad, iPhone, iPod to do the job of 1. It also just so happens that 2 of those 4 can almost only be found at an Apple store.
For more of our thoughts on the matter, hit the break. Also, don't forget to visit
PLuGHiTzLive.com and click the link in the center for the still-digital Microsoft Store. Tell them Jon sent you.
Just about 8 months removed from
Netflix raising their prices by $2 to compete with Hulu Plus, the company is restructuring and raising prices again, this time angering over 60,000 "fans" on Facebook. However, it seems that everyone is misunderstanding what the price change actually is and who it affects.
At first, Netflix bundled their unlimited streaming service along with their DVDs by mail as a package for $7.99 a month, then up to $9.99 as mentioned earlier. Netflix has now launched DVD-only plans that offer unlimited DVDs, one at a time, for $7.99 a month, or $11.99 for two. This now gives customers who only want DVDs a low-cost option to do so, especially now that
BlockBuster is almost out of the picture.
The reason everyone is so mad though is because Netflix is now separating the DVD and streaming packages. It's going to make it a little more expensive if you want both, and we'll talk about that after the break.
NASA has a tradition of conducting
fun experiments in space and given that the space shuttle Atlantis is on its last trip in the final frontier, I thought it would be fitting to discuss one of the last fun experiments we may see for quite a while.
Those of you who have been paying attention to these kinds of experiments in the past might remember something really similar. It works like this, first someone urinates or pours undrinkable water in the "forward osmosis bag" where it filters through a semi-permeable membrane which excludes certain bacteria and particles. Next, the filtered water saturates with sugars to form what they call a "sports drink." The entire process takes about 4-6 hours and was designed by a company in Oregon for hikers, Bear Grylls and other people who find themselves in positions where drinking urine out of a bag is a required option for survival. The big difference between the forward osmosis bag and its predecessors is that it requires no outside power source like electricity; something that is cherished outside city limits and in space.
Take a bathroom break and then hit the break to watch an incredibly detailed demonstration.
I think the idea of capturing images of people staring blankly at computers while trying to decide if they want to purchase one is pretty awesome. It's even better if they are the stares of the latte-sipping Mac buyers. This is such a good (in this instance, good can also be synonymous with strange or demented) idea that Kyle McDonald seems to agree. He started a project called People Staring At Computers, a Tumblr site that posted images of people...staring at computers.
Apple isn't thrilled about this idea and the Secret Service are involved. How? We discuss after the break.
For years and years, Google has been slowly evolving into an Internet monster that looks pretty on the outside but will be quick to swallow you whole without thought or remorse, kind of like a Venus flytrap. For the past two weeks, however, Google seems to have turned a new leaf and have been kind-hearted. They have even been somewhat humorous. Who knew that Google had a sense of humor hiding behind those grimacing red and yellow O's?
Last week, we covered Google's
support of equality and LGBT causes. This week, Larry Page and company showed a little bit of their funny bone at the auction for Nortel Networks' wireless patents.
What happened and why is it funny? We talk about it after the break.


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NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Black Friday is over and shoppers have their credit cards ready to take part in a round of online shopping for Cyber Monday.
Most retailers expect their online holiday sales to jump at least 15 percent compared to last year according to a survey by Shop.org. The average shopper, according to the National Retail Federation, is planning to do about 36 percent of his or her holiday shopping online.
However, some experts warn online shopping may take a hit because this year, Black Friday started on Thursday.
"Cyber Monday traditionally has been an important holiday for online retail," said retail expert Marshal Cohen. "This year all the rules have changed as the retailer opened earlier to compete with online, online opened their deals earlier."
Nevertheless, consumers tell CBS 2's Ann Mercogliano that the day is all about the three c's: cost, comfort and convenience.
"You don't have to leave the apartment or fight the crowds" said Jeff Schrager of the West Side.
"Shopping online is fabulous," Yahoo's Vera Chan says. "If there are no glitches on Black Friday, there won't be any glitches on Cyber Monday."
LISTEN: WCBS 880's Sophia Hall reports
The deals are endless. Amazon.com, Macy's, Walmart, and other sites are all promoting Cyber Monday sales.
On Amazon, a Kindle DX is on sale for $259, down from $379.
Macy's is offering 50 percent discount on women's coats, and it's an "online only" special.
If you're looking for a computer, experts say now could be the best time to buy.
"You'll see the biggest discounts for computers right now and later on they won't be able to discount as much," said Matthew Cheng of ECoupons.com.
Electronics and toys are the most popular buys for this shopping event and stores are expecting the day to be busier than last year.
"Best Buy by far number one. It's got like 157 percent more searches than the number two story which is Walmart," Chan says. "The other ones are Amazon, Target, Toys R Us, Sears, Ikea, Apple, Dell and K-Mart."
But there are a few precautions shoppers should take, Chan says.
"Make sure you read the details of the return policies," she says. "There are always shipping costs associated. Can you return it to the store if it's a big boxed item?"
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Things will not be the same for the travel business. The hotel industry is also sensing more coming tremors. The industry is doing some navel gazing and responding simultaneously.
Vice Chairman, India Convention Promotion Bureau (ICPB)
20 May 2020
“We are delighted that the India government has set up a MICE fund under the Champion Sector in Services Scheme (CSSS) which couldn’t have come at a better time. We had pursued this for a long time. Ministry of Tourism has made India us the nodal agency for steering and promoting the scheme and we will motivate Indian Travel Planners, Societies and Associations towards publicising it. We would recommend the inclusion of additional events such as weddings, and corporate events and also strive to bring other associations under the umbrella of the scheme. ICPB shall continue to remain the nodal agency for the implementation of the scheme."
Chairman and Senior Executive of Expedia Group
17 May 2020
“There is nothing like a crisis to show the mettle of our executives. We had limited online tools to support widespread cancellations and our call volume spiked 500%. Under extraordinary pressure, our tech teams built new tools, and managed to bring our call centre capacity to acceptable levels.
Cutting our costs everywhere, announcing additional financing- without exception, none of our team have been found wanting. We've learned such an enormous amount over these almost five months – we're going to put that to great and definitive use as we come out of this period. I believe we'll have a far finer operation coming out of this crisis than going into it.”
CEO, Noesis Capital Advisors, India.
17 May 2020
“It is time for travel enthusiasts to step up and assist the hospitality industry. They can also use this time to gain benefits which can be utilised at a later date when things improve on the virus issue. Travellers’ money spent under the initiative of ‘Pay now Stay later’ will go a long way in the interest of the Indian hospitality ecosystem as this sector provides jobs to 10 million people. That it will help the travellers themselves as well should be an incentive enough.”


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Electric Vehicles (EVs) are propelled by one or more electric motors, using stored electrical energy in rechargeable batteries or similar sources. Even though the prices of crude oil have plummeted dramatically in the last couple of years, the future of Electric Vehicles still seems bright. The continuous technological advancements and the signs of maturing battery technology are contributing the growth of EVs. Further, the factors such as declining costs associated with batteries, stricter emissions norms around the world to curb greenhouse emissions, and subsidies and incentives provided by the government are expected to drive the market for battery-powered vehicles in the coming years.
The following figures lists out the major benefits of the Electric Vehicles (EVs) over conventional combustion vehicles as well as and challenges associated with the adoption of EVs:
Technological advancements in battery have shifted requirements to other alternatives, in terms of natural resources, such as Lithium, Cobalt, Graphite, Nickel, Aluminum, and Copper. The demand for these resources are expected to surge in line with increasing adaptability of the electric vehicles globally.
As per the market estimates, the global sales for electric vehicles grew 60% in 2015 alone, resulting in the growth of the global Automotive Industry. Going forward, the market for EVs and electric storage systems are estimated to grow at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR: 2017-2021) of 20% and 10%, respectively. By 2040, it has been estimated that EVs will account for about 35% of the overall new car sales globally. The optimistic outlook rests on the argument that longer driving range EV models will continuously enter the market to effectively compete with the conventional vehicles as well as more charging stations will be installed around the world.
The market research also points out that going forward the growing demand for EVs will continue to hamper the demand and prices in the oil industry. One estimate suggests this growing demand in the EV market will displace about 2 million barrels of crude oil demand per day by 2023, with this figure estimated to reach as high as 13 million barrels per day by 2040.
To support and encourage Electric Cars, an auto racing, featuring only electric powered vehicles was launched in 2012. Ever since then, the sport has picked up popularity and has caught attention of many big players in the industry. Renowned entrepreneur and Virgin Group Founder, Richard Branson has formed a race team by the name DS Virgin Racing, to compete in the championship. He has been quoted saying “Formula E is pushing the boundaries forward into what will be the future”. He also believes that these cars have the potential to replace the cars on road by pushing the technology to the point where electric cars will be able to travel hundreds of miles without having to recharge the batteries.
However, some experts argue that challenges to the adaptability of Electric Vehicles will immensely depend upon several aspects other than costs of batteries and vehicle itself, which include driving range, charging time, and weight of the batteries. All these issues combined with the excessive ownership costs of EVs as compared to conventional vehicles will ultimately decide whether future is really electric or not.


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Tom Online and Skype today announced they have signed an agreement to establish a joint venture to further cement their strategic partnership in China's rapidly growing VoIP online communication market. The joint venture holding structure will be 51% and 49% by Tom Online and Skype, respectively.
Under the agreement, this joint venture company will develop, customize and distribute a simplified-Chinese version of the Skype software and premium services to Internet users and service providers in China. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
The companies say working together will allow an even deeper level of integration between Skype's VoIP software and services with Tom Online's wireless Internet users. The joint venture will leverage Tom Online's mobile and Skype's Internet communications expertise to further develop advanced communication and community features for mobile Internet platforms.
Skype and Tom Online launched their initial relationship in November 2004 with a customized simplified-Chinese version of Skype, which was co-developed by the companies. The co-branded software has attracted about 3.4 million registered users to date, making China one of Skype's top three markets. The latest version incorporates a Tom Online tab, which makes Tom Online's leading wireless products and the contents of its popular media portal directly accessible from within the Skype experience.
China is the world's largest mobile phone market by users with more than 360 million subscribers at the end of June, 2005. Its number of Internet users is expected to grow to approximately 154 million by 2007, representing a compound annual growth rate of 18% since 2003, according to technology consultancy IDC.
In addition, the demand for broadband grew by more than 140% to almost 43 million users in January 2005 from a year earlier. With the convergence of mobile and Internet technologies, Skype and Tom Online's joint venture is uniquely positioned to drive even more broadband uptake and capture the growth opportunities in China's substantial communications market, which was valued at CNY 572.6 billion (or about US$70.8 billion) for the year 2004, according to government statistics.


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Individually personalised skincare to drive market growth
Personalised skincare will have a heavy influence on the future of the beauty market, with clients being offered the chance to purchase individually developed skincare products, according to analyst Canadean.
The market research company found in a survey that 45% of UK adults were interested in skincare developed in a laboratory for their individual needs. Of those, 54% said they would happily provide blood, skin or hair samples to be tested in order to develop tailor-made skincare, while 52% said they would like to visit a dermatologist for a skin consultation.
Russian brand IC Lab offers consumers individually made skincare; customers visit the brand’s lab to have their skin tested, and collect their product a few weeks later. The brand is charging around £50 for a 15ml eye cream. Canadean anticipates that this trend will be seen in the UK market soon.
Canadean analyst Veronika Zhupanova said, “Over 22% of skincare consumption by volume globally is driven by individualism, and with the development of new technologies, manufacturers have opportunities to take it to a whole new level.”


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Kia Soul EV Details Revealed, 120-Mile Range Confirmed
We have new details on the upcoming Kia Soul EV, which is set to arrive stateside in 2014. Kia says the electrified hatchback will produce 109 hp and 210 lb-ft of torque from its high-capacity 27-kWh lithium-ion battery and electric motor. The automaker also confirmed previous reports of a more-than-120-mile range and 0-62 mph acceleration of less than 12 seconds.
With styling based on that of the second-generation Kia Soul, the EV variant will also offer projection headlights, LED parking lights, LED taillights, and aerodynamically shaped 16-inch alloy wheels. Power is routed to the front wheels via a single-speed constant ratio gear reduction unit. Kia's executive director of product planning Orth Hedrick said in a release that the Soul EV is the brand's second-generation electric vehicle, and benefits from knowledge gained from the Korean-market Kia Ray EV.
Similar to that car, the Soul EV will recharge its battery pack by coasting and braking. Unlike the Ray EV, however, the Soul will offer a top speed of around 90 mph, compared to the Ray's 81-mph top speed. Also improved from the Ray is recharge time, which Kia says takes up to five hours for a fully depleted battery on a standard 240-volt outlet, and as little as 25 minutes on a 100-kW fast charger. A Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS) will produce an audible tone warning pedestrians of the car's approach at speeds below 12 mph, and also whenever the car is put in reverse. Inside, the Soul EV's cabin is highlighted by recycled materials including bio plastic, bio foam, bio fabric, and bio PET felt. The Soul EV also receives a unique Supervision gauge cluster and eight-inch display screen in the center stack.
Expect to see the 2014 Kia Soul EV debut this coming auto show season, ahead of a launch sometime in 2014.


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No More TARIFF and Duty
Arte Mundi USA, headquartered in California, in partnership with Arte Mundi headquartered in China, are officially announcing the expansion of our company’s engineered hardwood flooring manufacturing to California.
Our production equipment will have initial production capacity that’s estimated at 40,000 square feet daily. Arte Mundi USA will also be capable of producing custom flooring. This shortens the production lead time, reduces consumer inventory pressure and delayed production deadlines of custom flooring with varying finishes, widths, lengths, and coatings – all while effectively maintaining quality and color stability.
John Lee, CEO and Louis Kao, partner of Arte Mundi USA:
“The unknown trade war between the U.S. and China, the penalty tariffs, and countless issues the industry has faced creates a perfect environment to start production here in the U.S. Arte Mundi will still be manufacturing in China and shipping to the U.S., but at a cost that will need to adjust due to uncertain tariffs and duties. We feel that with all of the turmoil of the import duties, anti-dumping duties, and tariffs, it is time to make the move. Since the majority of our product’s veneers are from the U.S., it makes perfect sense to make them in the U.S. and not be faced with the additional tariffs we presently encounter.”
Arte Mundi USA will be in production by June 2019, and marketing primarily to OEM and private brands. With initial production slotted for 40,000 square feet a day, we anticipate that it will increase to four additional production lines by EOY 2020.
Visit us at the International Surface Event in Las Vegas 2019 Jan. 23-25 Booth# 2209.


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O2 finds customers use mobile broadband to keep in ‘constant’ contact with friends and family when travelling abroad with smartphones.
Mobile internet usage abroad may have 'tripled' in the last nine months, according to O2.
3G mobile broadband traffic from customers travelling in Europe has increased by 200% since last summer, when the mobile network operator launched a new mobile data 'roaming' package.
With O2 Travel, which applies in 29 countries across Europe, customers are charged a flat rate of £1.99 per day for up to 15Mb of mobile internet usage.
Phil Maple, consumer general manager at O2, said: "We've worked with our network partners across Europe to make it more affordable for our customers to access maps, guide books and reviews on their mobile - and to stay in touch with people back home.
"It seems travellers are embracing the digital possibilities on offer as a result."
Research by O2 found almost half of customers keep in 'constant' contact with friends and relatives - communicating more than once a day - when travelling abroad on holiday.
While 60% send texts and 39% make phone calls to loved ones back in the UK, nearly a third use their mobile internet to send emails and 35% stay in touch on Facebook.
Contract customers using O2 Travel also get discounted calls.
After a 50p connection charge, they can make or receive calls from any European country, then talk for up to 60 minutes at no extra cost.
O2 Travel was introduced last year in response to new EU legislation limiting the cost of data roaming. The rule change was intended to protect consumers who may have previously suffered a nasty 'bill shock' on returning from their holiday.


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AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) has strengthened its Asian footprint with extra flights to online destinations in China, Japan and Vietnam.
As of the end of March, ABC’s schedule now includes six flights a week to Shenzhen, eight to Tokyo Narita, and two to Ho Chi Minh City to facilitate imports and exports.
All the destinations are well-established in ABC’s international network, with Shenzhen the latest addition to the airline’s Asia Pacific stations.
It was launched at the end of 2018 and has been supported by stable customer demand, prompting the increase to six frequencies per week to accommodate various types of cargo, including those requiring special handling.
Shenzhen is ranked in Asia’s top 5 cities for economic size and is the centre of the Special Economic Zone.
It forms the largest manufacturing base in the world, together with Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou and other cities of the Pearl River Delta.
Alexey Zotov, commercial director for ABC says: “With the airport’s plan for further cargo infrastructure expansion and construction of a third runway, we feel supported and confident that our flights will be operated smoothly and seamlessly, ensuring we can guarantee the level of quality our customers expect from us.”
Sergey Lazarev, general director of ABC says: “We expect our customers will get more flexibility and a variety of delivery solutions to/from Asia. This will bolster our abc e-com product out of Shenzhen, abc XL and abc pharma from Narita, and abc general with abc valuable services from Ho Chi Minh City.”


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Trade Shows & Global News
Titan introduces its newest Ultimate Flex Technology (UFT) at upcoming Farm Progress Show in the U.S. Initially available for sprayer applications, the latest innovation combines the elements of conventional, Increased Flexion (IF) and Very High Flexion (VF) tires, to create a universal solution.
Titan UFT tires...Read more
Claas and Trimble have jointly developed a new generation of GPS Pilot steering systems for Claas tractors, combine harvesters and forage harvesters. This is already available for the Claas Trion in combination with the new CEMIS 1200 terminal and is now being rolled out to other product areas and series such as Lexion, ...Read more
With the Katana 850, Fendt is entering the 800hp+ forage harvester market. Innovations such as the revised crop flow, the reversible fan with variable fan blade pitch technology fan and a new 12-row header meet the requirements for high efficiency and output.
Ten years after the delivery of the first Fendt Katana f...Read more
McCormick has come up with 5 new series of front loaders, covering the entire range of the brand's tractors. The new series cover the full range, from the 47hp of the X2 to the 240hp of the X7 VT-Drive.
Combining a McCormick tractor with a front loader means creating the ideal synergy for the machine and its work. ...Read more
Yokohama Rubber Co. commences production at its Visakhapatnam plant in India. The new plant was built to expand production capacity of Yokohama Off-Highway Tires (YOHT), a Yokohama Rubber Group company engaged in the manufacturing and sale of off-highway tires (OHT).
The new plant was originally scheduled to start ...Read more
Trimble Ventures, Trimble's corporate venture capital fund, invests in Sabanto, Inc., a U.S.-based startup agricultural technology company. Sabanto is focusing on autonomous workflows throughout the farming cycle, being offered as Farming as a Service (FaaS).
The investment supports Trimble Ventures' mission to inv...Read more
Robert "Bob" Lee Vermeer, passed away at 78 years old on August 17, 2022. For many years, Bob was known as CEO and later chair of the board of U.S. based Vermeer company.
Born in Oskaloosa, Iowa, Bob grew up on a family farm near Pella. He was the son of Gary Vermeer, founder of the Vermeer company, manufacturer ...Read more
Last April, Claas announced to discontinue production of the Cargos silage and loader wagon. Fliegl has now taken over the rights to build these wagons.
The name Cargos will be maintained and the various types will continue to be built as before without any significant changes. By adding these wagons to their range...Read more
For the 2023 season, the Claas Quadrant Evolution square baler will have a new drive train with a further developed flywheel. It can also be factory-equipped with a new front-mounted chopper from Müthing. Another innovation is the hydraulic drive of the pickup and Power Feeding System (PFS).
The Claas Quadrant has...Read more
Case IH's latest sugarcane harvester, the Austoft 9000 series, has been unveiled in Thailand. The new series includes a raft of features to deliver next level productivity, performance and reliability. The new models are now available for customers South East Asia.
A new level of sugarcane harvesting performance an...Read more


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Shares of Apple slumped to an 18-month low this week amid iPhone supply issues and a wider stock market downturn. Apple’s stock closed at $126.04 on Wednesday, hitting its lowest level since June 2021 and is still in that region.
Apple’s manufacturing partner Foxconn has faced iPhone production restrictions for the past few months due to issues with COVID-19. Last month, workers protested poor working conditions resulting from COVID-19 restrictions at Foxconn’s main iPhone factory in Zhengzhou, China. The increasing spread of the virus has led to workforce shortages at Foxconn, although the Chinese government has since begun to ease some restrictions.
Last month, Apple issued a rare public warning stating that iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max shipments will be lower than previously anticipated due to restrictions in effect at Foxconn at the time.
Earlier this week, Taiwanese research firm TrendForce said that Foxconn’s factory’s capacity utilization rate has yet to rise above 70% since production problems began. The situation primarily affected the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, and increased demand for these devices resulted in several weeks of shipping delays. The standard iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus models are both in stock at Apple’s online store.
Due to COVID-19 related issues, economic uncertainty, and the week-long Chinese New Year holiday next month, TrendForce believes iPhone production issues will continue into early 2023 and has reduced its iPhone shipment forecast for all models to 47 million units. fell from 52 million in the first quarter of the year.
Apple briefly had a valuation of $3 trillion earlier this year, but the company’s market cap is now close to $2 trillion again.
Apple Launches Brand New CarPlay Experience with These 5 Essentials in 2023
At WWDC 2022 in June, Apple previewed the next generation of CarPlay, which promises deeper integration with vehicle functions such as air conditioning and FM radio, support for multiple displays in the instrument cluster, customization options and more. Apple has announced that the first vehicles to support the next-generation CarPlay experience will be announced in late 2023.
Deals: Anker Discounts A Wide Range of USB-C Chargers, Portable Batteries & More
Anker is kicking off the new year with even more sales on the best charging and power accessories, all available on Amazon. Below you’ll find deals on USB-C cables, wall chargers, portable batteries, MagSafe compatible wireless chargers, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate of some of these vendors. When you click on a link and make a purchase, a small…
Kuo: Apple Plans to Launch New iPad Mini in Late 2023 or Early 2024
According to the latest information shared by TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is working on a new version of the iPad mini and bulk shipments are expected to begin in late 2023 or the first half of 2024. In a series of tweets today, Kuo said that a new processor/chip will be the main selling point of the new iPad mini, and the device…
5 New iOS 16 Features Coming to Your iPhone in 2023
Apple has recently released iOS 16.2 with many new features. Now, attention is turning to additional features coming to the iPhone in 2023. We’ve rounded up five iPhone features that Apple has previously promised to launch or expand, such as the Apple Pay Later financing option and an Apple Card savings account to earn interest from the Daily. in advance. At least one of the features listed below will be part of iOS…
Apple’s Next External Display: Everything We Know About Key Features and Launch Date
Apple is said to be planning to launch an all-new external display in a few months with a number of advanced features that surpass the company’s current two monitors. The screen, which is said to arrive in early 2023, is expected to be somewhere between the $1,599 Studio Display and the $4,999 Pro Display XDR.
This Apple Watch Ultra Ripoff Will Cost Less than $50
Indian brand Pebble plans to launch a new smartwatch that looks like an obvious Apple Watch Ultra replica. The watch looks almost exactly the same design as the Apple Watch Ultra and may even come with a fake Ocean Band. Priced at just the equivalent of $48, the Pebble Cosmos Engage is clearly made from inferior materials than the Apple Watch Ultra. For…
First Seasons of Popular Apple TV+ Series Available to Watch for Free Until January 3
The first season of popular Apple TV+ shows, including Ted Lasso, The Morning Show, Bad Sisters, and more, is free to watch on the streaming service until January 3. In the United States, non-Apple TV+ users can enjoy the first season of Ted Lasso, The Morning Show, Trying, Prehistoric Planet and Bad Sisters on iPhone, iPad, …


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Ford Brazil sets up all-new Ka microsite, will be a global model
Ford Brazil has created a microsite for the all-new Ka set to go on sale later this year.
Back in November last year Ford unveiled a near-production Ka concept and now they are getting ready for the model's market launch...
Focus Sets Fuel Efficiency Benchmark in Europe; First Non-Hybrid Petrol Family Car to Offer 99 g/km CO2
COLOGNE, Germany – The Focus has become the first non-hybrid petrol family car in Europe to break the 100 g/km CO2 barrier. The Focus 99 g/km, on sale now across Europe, extends to 13...
Ford Escape Sets New Sales Record for Small Utilities
- New Ford Escape is the first-ever small utility to break the 150,000-vehicle sales mark through the first six months of the year
- Escape’s coastal sales were up 33 percent from January through May, based on Polk retail...
Ford China March 2013 wholesales reach record 81,387 vehicles, up 65%; first quarter sales also set new record with 186,596 wholesales sold, up 54%;
CAF passenger car March 2013 wholesales double, reaching record 55,348 vehicles, up 102%; quarterly sales nearly double, up 92% with...
Ford China November wholesales reach 67,505 vehicles, up 56%; year-to-date sales up 18
CAF passenger car wholesales reach 50,423 in November, up 71%
JMC November commercial vehicle wholesales reach 15,903 vehicles, up 16%
SHANGHAI, China, December 6, 2012 – Ford China broke...
Ford’s 1.0-litre EcoBoost Powered Race Car Leaves Supercars in its Wake at Famed Nürburgring Circuit
A unique Formula Ford race car powered by Ford’s tiny 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine produces a supercar-beating performance at the legendary Nürburgring track in Germany
Ford F-Series Sets Sales Record in Canada
Posted by Mike Levine
January 5, 2011
While Ford F-Series sales in the U.S. are well below their peak year, in Canada they apparently can’t get enough of the trucks. Ford sold 97,913 F-Series pickups to our neighbors to the north in...
Figo demand outpacing production
Figo Sets Pace for Ford of India
New Delhi: Ford India is on a high. Figo sales have surpassed its expectations, clocking 7,800 units in the first month, March, alone.
Now, the US auto giant is facing a capacity constraint with Figo deliveries lagging by...
Deutsche Bank sees GM shares as likely worthless
Automotive giant may have trouble funding past December, broker warns
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Last update: 9:48 a.m. EST Nov. 10, 2008
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FORD SETS BEST-IN-CLASS QUALITY TARGETS ON ALL-NEW GLOBAL SMALL VEHICLES
Ford targets best-in-class initial quality for 2010 Ford Focus and other compact-sized vehicles built off new global C-car platform for the North American market.
New compact vehicles expected to achieve 800 things...
FORD SETS LAND SPEED RECORD WITH FORD FUSION HYDROGEN 999 FUEL CELL RACECAR
Wendover, UT., Bonneville Speed Week, August 11-17, 2007-- The Ford Fusion Hydrogen 999 is the world's first production based hydrogen fuel cell racecar. A team of Ford Motor Company [NYSE: F] engineers designed and...


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Restaurant visits on a deal or discount increased across all segments in the first nine months of 2013 after declining in 2012, according to The NPD Group, a global information company.
NPD’s ongoing foodservice market research reports that restaurant visits on a deal were up 2% in the year ending August 2013 compared to same period year ago when deal visits were down by 1%.
Against a backdrop of flat consumer visits across the total industry, restaurant visits based on a buy some, get some or two-for-a-deal-type offers had the highest gain among all deal offers with a 14% increase over last year, according to NPD’s CREST research, which continually tracks how consumers use restaurants. Casual dining restaurants hoping to reverse steady traffic declines aggressively offered these types of deals throughout the year; and although they were able to offset losses, visits to casual dining were down 1% in the year ending August 2013. Value menu visits were up 6% compared to last year, which helped push quick service restaurant deal visits up 2% and kept visits to traditional QSRs stable in the period. Discounted price traffic was up 4% across all restaurant segments and visits on a coupon increased by 2%.
At the height of the recession, when industry traffic was down, deals, and special offers drove industry restaurant visits. In 2008, visits on a deal were up 5% and non-deal traffic was down -1%, and in 2009 deal traffic was up 3% and non-deal traffic down 4%, reported NPD. In 2012, after many of the promotions that emerged during the recession had been in existence a few years, restaurant deal visits declined by 3% and non-deal traffic was up 2%.
“In my view the industry tried to move away from heavy discounting last year but found it was just not feasible with consumers still closely watching their spending,” said Bonnie Riggs, NPD restaurant industry analyst. “It is deal related traffic that is keeping the industry from registering traffic losses. Casual Dining has really ramped up with its deals, but, unfortunately, it hasn’t stopped traffic declines, which may mean that its deal offers aren’t resonating with cost conscious consumers.”


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Samsung has announced the company will be adding Internet of Things support to the company's 2016 smart TV lineup. All 2016 SUHD TVs will be capable of acting as a hub controller for the entire smart-connected home. Samsung will look to demonstrate at CES 2016 how the company's future TVs will be integrated into the IoT ecosystem.
With the new sets, you'll be able to connect a plethora of connected devices to the hub, including connected light bulbs, thermostats and more. It's a neat feature that will surely please those who seek to reduce the number of hubs and apps required to effectively manage and control their smart home.
Samsung notes that while the functionality of SmartThings will be good to go on TVs at launch in 2016, the company will activate the tech as availability is expanded.


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Multiple lots of Darwin’s Natural Pet Products raw cat and dog food have tested positive for Salmonella
The FDA is cautioning pet owners that have purchased Darwin’s Natural Pet Products raw cat and dog food to not feed the food to their pets if they are under a certain lot number. The food, made by Arrow Reliance Inc, tested positive for Salmonella after the FDA tested samples. The following lots have received positive results1:
According to the FDA, the products come in white and clear packaging with blue labels on the dog food and green and blue on the cat food. The packages contain 4 separate united and pet parents or veterinary professionals can check the lot code on the front of the lower left unit of the package.1 The FDA has issued this warning since the product is stored and sold frozen, there is a risk of pet parents having them in their possession without knowing the risks and feeding the product to their pets.
If pet parents have a contaminated lot or cannot confirm the lot code, the FDA is urging parents to not feed it to their pets and throw them away in a secure container where other animals and wildlife cannot access it. If pet parents have the contaminated lots,1 they should also clean and disinfect where the product was stored as well as all bowls, utensils, food prep surfaces, toys, bedding, litter boxes, and any other surface that the food may have been in contact with.
If pets have ingested an infected lot, pet parents should be on the lookout for symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea (that could be bloody), fever, decreased activity levels, and loss of appetite.2 However, pets may not show symptoms if they are infected and can then spread the bacteria in their feces. If pets are displaying these symptoms, they should consult with their veterinarian as soon as possible. If a pet presenting with symptoms, veterinarians can have pets tested through the Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network.
Consumers are encouraged to report complaints electronically through the Safety Reporting Portal or they can call their states FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinators. At this time, the FDA recommended Arrow Reliance Inc. voluntarily recall the products and notify the public, but company has yet to do so.1


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It’s a terrifying sense of déjà vu for struggling businesses, as the province mandates an onslaught of sweeping pandemic restrictions and widespread shutdowns — blanketing all of Manitoba under Code Red limitations.
Announcing a ban on social gatherings of any kind starting Thursday, the province is ordering all barber shops, salons, movie theatres, sports facilities, gyms, religious centres and dining areas in restaurants or bars to shut down indefinitely; non-essential retail stores are asked to shift gears towards curbside pick-up or delivery, with no operations in-store; casinos and VLTs to close completely; and only grocery stores, pharmacies or liquor stores are allowed to host people at quarter capacity.
The “short, sharp set” of measures will be in place for as long as four weeks, said chief public health officer Dr. Brent Roussin at a Tuesday press conference along with the premier, calling it a “circuit breaker” to curb the spread of COVID-19 — which killed 109 people and infected more than 2,000 others in the province just last week.
“We have taken steps in individual regions, but it’s time to take a more drastic approach for this deadly virus,” said Roussin. “I cannot stress enough to all Manitobans – now is the time to stay home and reduce your close contacts.”
But unlike the shutdowns earlier this year, Premier Brian Pallister said businesses will likely be “more than prepared to handle things,” because of the new provincial assistance coming their way, reversing the course of what he previously touted were the “most generous” programs across Canada.
“I’m feeling good about these restrictions because I know Manitobans will get behind these,” Pallister told reporters. “I believe in Manitobans and I believe that they can beat COVID … We need everyone on the team, and if you don’t want to be on the team, be prepared to pay for it.”
The changes in support include:
• A new, one-time sum of $5,000 called the Manitoba Bridge Grant — available to small and medium size businesses directly affected by mandated restrictions; a funding portal for which will be up online Monday, confirmed a provincial spokesperson.
• Converting the existing $6,000 Manitoba Gap Protection Program from a loan into a grant, and relaxing the eligibility rules so people who have also accessed federal grants or loans can access provincial assistance as well.
• Providing immediate, early cash advances of $1,500 per worker hired or rehired at businesses that have already applied for the Back to Work in Manitoba program; under which the province expects approximately $15 million will be handed out within the next two weeks.
For business stakeholders and commerce network leaders, these are welcome changes.
“We were very vocal about issues in the assistance programs before,” said Loren Remillard, CEO and president of the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce. “But the past is in the past when it comes to something like this — we’re definitely more than appreciative of the government stepping up to the plate on this.”
“Nothing can ever truly be enough for a time of crisis,” said Jonathan Alward, Prairies director for the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. “The fact is, however, you have to give credit where credit is due — you can really see the province stepping up to the plate.
Within moments after Tuesday’s announcement, people across Winnipeg — the capital city where certain Code Red restrictions have already been in place for the last week — began flocking to large grocers, lining outside to “panic-buy” and stock on household items.
At the Waltz On In barbershop on Sherbrook Street, it was a similar rush of customers.
“But it wasn’t exactly happy news for us,” owner Walter Spooner told the Free Press.
Spooner learnt about the news of a shutdown from his customers walking in.
“I just wish we had more time to be better prepared, man — it’s really heartbreaking,” he added. “We really hope the grants can come through for us, but not sure if it’ll be enough.”
“It’s actually sad and funny because we literally were at work while this happened,” said Jasmine Moran, one of the barbers at the Waltz On In. “When I go home tonight, I’m going to have to start figuring out how to afford paying my bills and making my rent.
“And who knows if I’ll actually be able to get any of the federal funding.”
At JC’s Tacos and More on Henderson Highway, owner Marvin Dubon said he’s not sure why — despite the thousands of dollars he’s invested towards plexiglass barriers, masks and sanitization stations — the province is introducing such measures at indoor dining areas.
“I just cry when I look at our debt loads,” he said. “This is a drop in a bucket.”
Manitoba’s political opposition critics say that’s why the province can still do more for businesses.
“The business owners we’re talking to are telling us that five grand is only is about a quarter of the fixed costs businesses face every month,” said NDP Leader Wab Kinew.
“This is a weak effort to help on the business front as so many small businesses are beginning to descend into a world of hurt,” said Kinew. “We’ve seen what happens when you respond to a pandemic on the cheap. Now my fear is we’re about to see what happens when you respond to a lockdown-induced recession on the cheap, as well.”
Retail giants like Amazon and Walmart will be fine, he said. “What about the retailer in Osborne Village? The toy store in the Exchange? We need to help them,” said Kinew.
“Right now, this government is going to drive thousands of people and businesses into bankruptcy because of their unwillingness to act,” Manitoba Liberal leader Dougald Lamont said.
A provincial spokesperson countered by stating, “The premier has always said that we would offer the right program at the right time — and today noted the province is able to shift $100 million from other programs that have run their course as new needs emerge based on the latest restrictions and challenges created by the second wave of this pandemic.”
— With files from Carol Sanders


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By Desiree Homer
Or Worse Yet, Is It Souring Yours?
Listen, we get it. The hardships right now are real – for everyone. Thousands are still out of work. Thousands more facing a second surge of COVID-19. Parents are anxiety-ridden about whether or not to send their kids back to school. And let’s not forget that there is still an echoing voice and social equality movement happening in cities across America. With all of these life-changing events, potential dangers, and political and economic unrest, people can get used to hearing bad news. Getting used to the bad news can inadvertently program people to dwell in the negative, and almost expect it around every corner.
While all of these current conditions present risks to life, liberty, and business, some dealerships are finding ways to be the ray of positive sunshine. It’s about being a neutral partner during these crazy times who just wants to make sure the dealership employees still have jobs, and the local community still has cars and service. It’s this positivity that will serve as a beacon to customers who routinely expect more doom and gloom. Positive outlooks during even the toughest of times can attract customers like a moth to a flame.
Resiliency through Round One Doesn’t Mean Round Two Won’t Sting
June has been phenomenal for many dealers. The culmination of incentives, states reopening their businesses, and relief checks, created a perfect storm of car sales. In episode 62 of the Dealer News Today podcast, Dave and Andy talk about the strength of June and how it painted a picture that the rebound was upon us. Then Jonathan Smoke, the Chief Economist with Cox Automotive, joined the conversation and confirmed that the data he sees also supports what the dealers are reporting. June definitely surged back, in a big way. And it proves just how resilient dealers have been through these last several months of closures and pandemic conditions.
With those booming sales for June, comes the expectation that dealers out of the woods. But Jonathan Smoke, whose expertise lies within interpreting real-life results from data and analytics, says dealers need to proceed through July and August with caution. In fact, the next three months could prove to swing that pendulum back to dismal again. The real-time effects of limited new inventory, meshed with the volatile used pricing and inventory, could be hitting pause on that rebound, in the months to come. Don’t get caught off guard with unrealistic expectations that the worst is behind us.
Expectations and the Shape of the Business Recovery
Let’s face it. Managing expectations is like wrangling cats. Just when you think you think you have a handle on the curve of business in your market or on the pulse of your community, you find you’re faced with yet another challenge. The truth is, success is about managing expectations. Jonathan Smoke of Cox Automotive talks about all the expert graphs out there that tried to tell dealers what shape the recovery would take. Smoke also points out that many of those predictions are just that, predictions. Expecting certain outcomes during unprecedented times and conditions can lead dealers to make unfounded business decisions. Smoke advises that dealer owners should stop relying on potential recovery models, and whether or not we’re experiencing a “V-shaped” or Nike swoosh-shaped rebound. Instead, dealers should be tackling the challenges in the moment and making appropriate decisions in the business of today. Doing so can help carve a positive trending arch. Managing your industry expectations in a way that allows you to make the smartest decisions now and solidifying your efforts to protect for an unknown tomorrow, will keep you on pace to profitability.
Bad News Can Sour Customers, Too
Managing your expectations is only half the battle. Remember that your car buyers and service customers are being bombarded with negative news, as well. Consumer confidence will directly impact spending. As you embark into the next few months, despite the predictions that they won’t be as productive as June has been, be mindful of staying positive. Your positivity in the face of any challenges is contagious and will foster an environment of good vibes among your teams. They will then remain positive when they engage with your customers.
There’s a difference between maintaining a positive attitude and blindly viewing life through rose-colored glasses. Of course, dealers should be prudent and realistic about their situations at hand. But in the end, staying calm and making educated decisions to tackle problems as they arise, can help preserve momentum to press forward.
Now’s the time to embrace the new tech, manage the aging inventory, and keep making those community support efforts. Enjoy the rise in sales now and be ready for anything, including a slump, in the coming months. Managing your own expectations can help you stay positive regardless of what the industry does. And out of all the critical conditions everyone’s facing right now, preserving your attitude may be the only thing you can actually control.


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For leading decorative aggregate, paving and decorative birdbox supplier Deco-Pak, 2017 meant stepping up a level, refining its existing offering focusing on relevance to its core retail customers.
As one of Deco-Pak’s new products appeared live on the BBC’s unprecedented coverage of Glee this year, much had already been set in motion behind the scenes throughout the year as the family company began realigning its business strategy to focus more on traditional garden centres as its main avenue for sales.
At the beginning of the year, the Yorkshire based landscaping specialist began by visiting the consumer media in London, with Company Director Rod Slater presenting revolutionary porcelain paving and other new products to gardening writers at the Garden Press Event.
Deco-Pak’s new insect hotels, fresh from winning a highly commended award at Spring Fair were also a big hit with journalists at the HTA/GIMA backed event.
The company’s close involvement with GIMA continued in 2017, with Marketing Director Craig Hall confirmed as a member of the council for a second consecutive year. Raising money for Greenfingers and Perennial were the main recipients of Deco-Pak’s charitable donations in 2017, with company representatives also taking part in fundraising at the GCA conference, completing the Garden Re-Leaf walk and fielding a team for the Perennial ‘Play the Pitch’ charity football tournament which raised approximately £15,000.
New premium decorative birdhouses were launched at Glee, including additions to the Heritage Stone Co. range and more Italian cobbles and pebbles for the Milano range. One penny/Half penny stepping stones were launched to great reception, boosted by their early appearance on BBC breakfast. Glee was also used to showcase all-new merchandising solutions, including garden vignettes – space-saving cutaways placed between palleted merchandisers which allow for easier and more effective cross merchandising. Products available on garden vignette stands include the Chelsea Garden Range which now includes top soil, bark and John Innes multipurpose compost.
Deco-Pak’s plans for the coming year include investment in deliveries, an increased presence at Glee, and expanding with new members of the creative and sales teams. The company will continue to source 95% of its products from within the UK, introducing new products and POS whilst also introducing a brand new packaging technology.
Find out more
Visit http://www.deco-pak.co.uk, connect via twitter @deco_pak, or call the customer service team to find your nearest stockist on 01422 204394.
Deco-Pak is a supplier of decorative aggregates, paving, growing media, bird houses, insect hotels, water features and statuary, specialising in creating unique point of sale displays, contemporary heritage-style packaging and hands on customer service. The family run company distributes from their base in West Yorkshire, proudly serving traditional garden centre retailers all over the UK.
For more information, interviews or images please contact the Deco-Pak PR team:
Robbie Cumming Tel: 07765 251173 Email: firstname.lastname@example.org
Kimberley Hornby Tel: 01604 373700 Email: email@example.com


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Vivo Y75 5G has three camera with LED flash at rear panel. It includes a 2 megapixel macro and a 2 megapixel bokeh camera with a 50 megapixel primary camera.
Updated on Nov 21, 2022 11:12 AM IST
Non-standalone 5G services give hi-speed 5G internet connectivity but calls and messages are through 4G or 3G networks only. Thus the use of two different types of devices being connected to two different networks continuously can become the reason for high battery consumption.
Published on Nov 17, 2022 07:15 PM IST
The e-commerce website is offering bank offers on the iPhone’s purchase totalling up to 10% discount. For instance, buyers can claim Rs1,000 off on Axis Bank credit card non EMI transactions. Also there is instant discount of 5% on Flipkart Axis Bank card.
Published on Nov 14, 2022 08:30 PM IST
User can buy a 5G smartphone in low price. Lava Blaze 5G, launched by Indian smartphone maker Lava, can be bought in less than ₹10,000 for a limited time with a special offer.
Published on Nov 14, 2022 06:58 PM IST
Nokia provides replacements for lost or broken equipment through its rental service. Soon, this company's phone will also be available in India.
Published on Nov 09, 2022 03:32 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched 5G services on October 1 amid much fanfare, with leading telecom operator Reliance Jio saying it would make the service available in four cities and rival Bharti Airtel in eight.
Updated on Oct 11, 2022 02:20 PM IST
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Many devices from popular companies such as Xiaomi, Realme, Vivo and Oppo in India come with 5G connectivity support. You can check whether your phone is on the list.
Published on Oct 11, 2022 12:36 PM IST
On Oppo A17, the mobile maker is also providing launch offers. With Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Kotak Bank cards, Oppo A17 can be purchased at an instant discount of up to ₹1,500.
Updated on Oct 04, 2022 06:29 PM IST
While most of the 5G smartphones available in the market support only one or two 5G bands, Lava Blaze 5G supports eight 5G bands.
Published on Oct 03, 2022 05:49 PM IST
Here we have presented a list of economical smartphones which can be considered as better option while buying a 5G-enabled smartphone.
Updated on Oct 02, 2022 02:18 PM IST
If you are planning to buy a 5G smartphone, make sure to check the following features, whether they are available in your desired smartphone, to get the maximum and long-term benefit.
Updated on Oct 02, 2022 01:57 PM IST
The codename of Jio’s new 5G smartphone is ‘Ganga’ and its model number is LS1654QB5. Jio will launch this device in partnership with LYF.
Published on Oct 01, 2022 05:16 PM IST
5G launch in India: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2022 exhibition ahead of the formal launch of 5G mobile telephony services in India.
5G Launch in India: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 6th India Mobile Congress and launched 5G services. He also inspected the exhibition at Pragati Maidan.
Updated on Oct 01, 2022 11:35 AM IST
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The passengers having a 5G-enabled mobile phone and SIM card will have better signal strength, seamless connectivity and faster data speed at the domestic departure pier and international arrival baggage area at Terminal 3, and between T3 arrivals and multi-level car parking of the Delhi Airport.
It has been reported that the 5G plans might be 20 per cent more expensive than the 4G plans. The company wants to increase its average revenue per user to ₹188 in 2024 and later to ₹208 by 2025, a report by Hindustan Times' sister website Live Hindustan reported.
The report involved a pan-India survey of over 13,000 Indian consumers who read various HT Media platforms, and asked them to reveal their shopping and purchase channel preferences this festive season.
Indicating a tough stand against Chinese equipment, the Cellular Operators Association of India director general said Chinese devices are not allowed in 5G mobile networks. For this, separate equipment is being sourced from European countries.
Published on Sep 21, 2022 10:53 AM IST
The report also states a compelling data that the 5G phone users in India are getting faster download speeds than users who have 4G smartphones with same 4G network.
Here we have presented a list of best 5G smartphones below Rs. 35,000 that can be looked upon while buying premium 5G smartphone.
According to reports, the Jio Phone 5G is expected cost around ₹12,000. You can buy after a down payment of ₹2,500. The remaining amount can be paid in equal monthly instalments. Like Jio Phone Next, this new 5G phone is also expected to come up with bundled data and unlimited calling benefits.
The Department of Telecom (DoT) issued the spectrum assignment letters on the same day the bidders of the airwaves made payments. The country's 5G spectrum auction received bids worth ₹1.5 lakh crore.
The streaming of launch will be live from 11:30 am on Realme India’s YouTube and social media channels.
According to the Cyber Media Research (CMR) report, one out of every three smartphones shipped in the second quarter of 2022 in India were 5G-enabled.
Ashwini Vaishnaw has defined the clearing of proposal for 5G spectrum auction as a “new era”.
5G spectrum auction: “Through such pathbreaking policy initiatives, the government has been able to promote access to mobile banking, online education,” an official statement read.
It will facilitate a rollout of the next-generation telecoms service by private telecom providers within next year, that is, the financial year (FY) '23, she added.
Published on Feb 01, 2022 12:08 PM IST
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Iowa AG: Change your eBay passwords after data breach
If you have an eBay account, now might be the time to change that password, Iowa's attorney general warned today.
The e-commerce giant announced that criminal hackers had broken into its system, potentially stealing customer data such as passwords and user names.
"It's possible that someone could use passwords they stole from eBay on another site that allows access to bank or credit card accounts," Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller said in a release. "Don't chance it – change those passwords."
EBay officials said the company had not seen any increase in fraudulent activity since the information was compromised in February or March.
Evidence of the breach, however, did not appear until about two weeks ago.
The company said "changing passwords is a best practice and will help enhance security for eBay users."
Miller warned consumers to change similar passwords across multiple online accounts. In addition, he said, those affected should steer clear of potential scammers pretending to be eBay employees.
"Users should not click on those links and should not provide sensitive information based on an inbound email," the attorney general's letter reads. "Rather, users should access eBay directly through their browser and manage their account through the company website."
The breach occurred when attackers stole a small number of eBay employee log-in credentials, according to company officials.


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FinTech Australia and Next Money, along with the State Government of Victoria, a gearing up for their inaugural week long Fintech event – Intersekt. The Fintech festival will be taking place in Melbourne, Australia from October 27 to November 3rd if you happen to be in Australia.
Preparations are moving rapidly and FinTech Australia has just released a portion of the speaker line up which includes some very recognizable names
Confirmed speakers for Intersekt so far include:
- Anthony Thomson, founder of the UK’s Metro and Atom Banks (and the current chairman of Atom Bank). Atom Bank is one of the leading UK Challenger banks.
- Ron Suber, called the “godfather of Fintech” due to his globe-trotting reputation for promoting online lending and all things Fintech. Suber recently joined the leadership team at Credible, the multi-lender marketplace for student loans. Suber is also President Emeritus of Prosper Marketplace and holds a broad portfolio of Fintech investments.
- Megan Caywood, chief platform officer for the UK’s mobile only Starling Bank, who has delivered a range of major customer experience improvements.
- David Birch, an international thought leader in digital identity and digital money and author of “Before Babylon, Beyond Bitcoin”
- Van Le, who is the co-founder of Xinja, which is on track to be Australia’s first independent, 100% digital bank made for mobile.
Lucy Liu, co-founder and chief operating officer of Melbourne-based payments company Airwallex who was this year named as one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30
- Emma Weston, CEO and co-founder of AgriDigital, which provides a blockchain-enabled, integrated commodity management solution for the global grains industry
“We’re incredibly excited about this first announcement of domestic and international speakers, and some of the names we’ll be announcing in coming weeks,” commented FinTech Australia CEO Danielle Szetho. “Our initial tranche of speakers are truly fintech world leaders and bring decades of experience and insights in areas such as marketplace lending, digital challenger banks and security. Today’s announcement is just the start, but demonstrates why we think Intersekt will be one of Asia-Pacific’s most influential and exciting fintech festivals.”
Along with the two-day Collab/Collide summit, the Intersekt Festival will also include:
- A two and a half day fintech hackathon, sponsored by NAB
- A two-day community and corporate Melbourne showcase circuit, which will include dynamic community discussions and events and highlight the city’s fintech ecosystem;
- An expo, pitchfest (sponsored by VISA) and extensive networking opportunities; and
- A one-day event focussing on blockchain technology, which is transforming financial services in areas such as supply chains, smart contracts, payments and foreign exchange.
Australia is positioning itself as an alternative to other leading Fintech Hubs. The industry has been growing rapidly due to a well organized community and clear support from the Aussie Government.
Thomson from Atom Bank stated;
“I’m very pleased to be taking part in this timely event. The Australian fintech industry is going through a period of tremendous growth and, having visited incubators in both Sydney and Melbourne I’ve been very impressed by the quality of the companies that I’ve met. I’m looking forward to sharing some of my experiences in building Atom Bank (no 8 in the KPMG list of global finch disruptors) and some thoughts on how the industry will evolve.”
Australian Minister for Small Business, Innovation and Trade Philip Dalidakis said he was rather pleased with the caliber and prominence of Intersekt speakers.
“The Andrews Labor Government fully supports the Intersekt Festival. It is a wonderful event that showcases Victoria’s outstanding credentials as a fintech and innovation hub to a global audience.”