Why People Want To Buy The New iPhone 7?

Why People Want To Buy The New iPhone 7?

  19:18    Theo N.

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Apple has released their new smartphone products iPhone 7 and 7 Plus a few weeks ago. Before the announcement, there are lots of leaks about how they would be look like and their system specifications. People were kind of disappointed about it but they still kept their hope for the different designs and technologies from Tim Cook.

When the CEO of Apple introduced the new iPhone, everyone was more disappointed because they are just as what the info leaked. Moreover, there are no remarkable innovations except the "No-Jack" and Apple wireless earbuds. On the first official selling day, the endless lines which we saw outside every Apple Stores in the previous releases was disappeared.

But why people still buy the new iPhone 7 and 7 Plus because Apple revealed they has sold millions of new iPhones. Is it because of the duo camera? Or the IP68 certificate which gives new iPhone smartphone the abilities to resist water and dust? Or the new color Jet Black?

The America Merrill Lynch has made a survey and the result is going to blow your mind. The highest score is the battery duration (65%), follow with waterproof (59%) and camera quality (54%). The reason they choose new iPhone for its design is just 23% in this survey.

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How To Turn Your Normal TV Into A Smart TV?

How To Turn Your Normal TV Into A Smart TV?

  08:23    Theo N.

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There are many ways to turn a normal TV into a smart TV but today we will introduce you the new Amazon Fire TV Stick. This new stick has got some noticeable update such as stronger core, remote coming with Alexa voice search with the same price as the old one at $39,99. With the old Fire TV Stick, you have to pay extra money to get the Alexa function for $49,99.

Here are the comparison chart between the new and old Fire Stick and Fire TV

As on the website, Amazon describes some of this new device's features, such as:

 - The next generation of our bestselling Fire TV Stick. The most powerful with the fastest Wi-Fi and most accurate voice search of any streaming media stick–now with the Alexa Voice Remote.

 - Enjoy over 7,000 apps, games, and Alexa skills including Netflix, Hulu, HBO NOW, YouTube, Amazon Video, NBC, WatchESPN, Disney, and more. Subscription fees may apply.

 - Launch and control content with the included Alexa Voice Remote. Simply say, “Play Game of Thrones” or “Launch Netflix” and Alexa will respond instantly. Plus, play music, find movie show times, order a pizza, and more—just ask.

 - No cable or satellite? No problem. Watch the best of live TV and sports from AMC, HGTV, ESPN, FOX, and others with a subscription to Sling TV, or top-rated primetime shows with CBS All Access.

 - Find the best way to watch with universal search results from over 90 channels and apps including Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Video

 - Prime members get unlimited access to Prime Video, featuring thousands of movies and TV episodes at no additional cost. Plus, members can add over 70 premium and specialty channels like STARZ, and SHOWTIME—no cable or satellite subscription necessary.

 - Pick up where you left off. Bring hit shows and movies with you when you travel. Plug Fire TV Stick into any TV’s HDMI port, connect to Wi-Fi, and continue watching.

It's very simple to setup. All you need to do is to connect it the stick with an outlet, plug it in to your HDTV, and then connect to the Internet.

So what comes with this $39,99? Check out the visual below!

To compare with other Amazon TV devices, Amazon has provided you some information as the chart below.

So what are you waiting for?

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Why Do Manufactures Equip New Smartphone With Water And Dust Resistance?

Why Do Manufactures Equip New Smartphone With Water And Dust Resistance?

  01:00    Theo N.

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In the last few years, almost every smartphone manufactures in the world are trying to release their new products equipped with the IP standard which help cellphones resist again water and dust. At the beginning of this trend, this ability is only seen in military cellphones, leading by Caterpillar Inc. The phones, however, was not thin or fashionable at all. They were big, thick, rock-look-alike.

Recently, the water and dust resistance ability has been brought to new elegant thin smartphones such as Samsung S7 & S7 Edge, Motorola G4 & G4 Plus, and the latest ones are iPhone 7 & 7 Plus. However, Sony is the one who led this trend on smartphone when they released the Xperia Z series in 2013 to the world market. But why now people want this ability?

It's barely to know that this kind of phone (water and dust resistant) was first invented just for the needs of Japanese women because they want to use cellphone everywhere they want at any time, especially when they taking shower. In Japan, 95% of smartphones on the domestic market from Sony, Sharp, Panasonic, etc. has the water resistant ability. In other words, if you want your products to be sold in Japan, water resistant ability is a must-have.

Thanks to the Japanese women, we now have the chance to use this ability on our smartphone now. It really helps for any unwanted accidents such as sudden rains, falling to a pool, etc.

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Top 4 Thin And Elegant Smart Phone You Can Use Under The Hardest Weather

Top 4 Thin And Elegant Smart Phone You Can Use Under The Hardest Weather

  06:00    Theo N.

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Looking for a weather beast cellphone is not hard because there are lots of them have been released to the market. Looking for a strong-handsome-prince cellphone, however, is quite hard in the last few years because when the manufactures try to make something beautiful and shining, the final product must have thin and look vulnerable.

Luckily, this year smartphone market has witnessed a few beautiful cellphones come with duration. Let's check the list below for top 4 "durable" cellphones.

1. Samsung Galaxy S7 & S7 Edge

This latest Galaxy S series from Samsung has been released a few months ago with the IP68 certificate for water and dust resistant ability. You can swim and take photos underwater for maximum 30 minutes at 5 feet deep. Plus this 2 cellphones look elegant.

2. Apple iPhone 7 & 7 Plus

Releasing just a week ago, these new iPhones are getting lots of criticism from both Apple lovers and their rivals. Not to mention about their design, the new iPhones has equip with the IP67 certificate the first time which they can resist dust and be used underwater for 30 minutes at 3 feet deep. Many testers have proved the duration of these iPhone 7 and 7 Plus and it's pretty incredible.

3. Sony Xperia XZ

This year 2016 is a year of dust and water resistant ability on smartphones. Almost all the new high-end products will have the IP68 or IP67 certificate. This new Sony Xperia is also in the game. It has IP68 cert. which can resist dust and water very efficient.

4. Motorola Moto G4 & G4 Plus

This model of Motorola is the cheapest one comparing to the above phones or I can say it's very affordable. It's a mid-range cellphone but equipped with a really strong core.

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7 Tips For Decrease The Cost Of Car Insurance

7 Tips For Decrease The Cost Of Car Insurance

  07:29    Unknown

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The cost of car insurance can take a big chunk out of your driving budget, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are 7 tips to help you get your annual premium down.

1. Request a higher excess

Most insurance policies include an excess charge (the amount you have to pay towards any repairs that are claimed for). If you’re prepared to increase this, you can get a reduced premium.

2. Agree to a mileage cap

This can earn you a discount simply because cars that are on the road less often are less likely to be involved in an accident. AA Insurance reckons that accepting a 12,000-mile annual cap would earn a 5 to 10 per cent discount. A 5,000-mile cap can earn even more. This is particularly useful for households with more than one car.

3. Avoid brokers' commission

Direct Line claims that buying through intermediaries can increase the cost of insurance by up to 30 per cent.

4. Buy through the internet

Many insurance providers offer an automatic 5 per cent discount for online transactions.

5. Look for ways of protecting your no claims bonus

Some policies allow you to make a claim in set circumstances without it affecting your no claims bonus. You'll pay a small premium up front, but it could save you a fortune in the long run.

6. Have a black box fitted to your car

This is where the insurer installs a device that monitors how the car is being driven so that careful driving can be rewarded. You can also agree to curfews that limit what times of day you can drive. It works especially well for young drivers.


7. Don’t assume third party cover is cheaper

Third party insurance is the legal minimum, covering you against damage caused to other people’s property and the cost of any compensation for injuries. However, this isn’t always cheaper than fully comprehensive cover, which covers your own vehicle as well, because the insurer can assume you care less about your car and are therefore more likely to have an accident.

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How To Fall Asleep In Just One Minute

How To Fall Asleep In Just One Minute

  08:08    Unknown

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This method is called the ’4-7-8′. This is what you need to do:

- Breathe calmly through your nose for 4 seconds.

- Hold your breath for 7 seconds.

- Spend 8 seconds to breathe out slowly through your mouth.
It’s really that simple. Sounds crazy? but it really works.

Why does it works?

When you’re stressed or anxious, there will be an increase of the amount of adrenaline in your blood, and your breathing gets faster and lighter. This exercise acts as a kind of sedative. Deliberately slowing down your breathing in this way forces the rhythm of your heart to slow down, making you calm very quickly; it’s simple physiology!

The same exercise helps to calm down your mind, too, simply because it makes you concentrate completely on your breathing. You don’t realize it, but at this moment your central nervous system gradually reduces its activity, and feelings the disappearance of anxiety.

The result is the relaxion of your whole body. In terms of the speed and strength of the physical effect it has, the exercise is similar to an anaesthetic. It was investigated by Harvard medical doctor Andrew Weil, who found that the ’4-7-8′ method has been well-known to Indian yogi for several centuries.

They use it during meditation practice in order to achieve a state of complete relaxation. It’s safe to say, therefore, that it’s completely harmless.

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Top 5 Health Benefits of Drinking Water

Top 5 Health Benefits of Drinking Water

  08:06    Unknown

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1. Relieves Fatigue

For those who always feel tired, there is a high chance that it could be due to inadequate consumption of water which makes the body function less efficiently. In fact, fatigue is one of the first signs of dehydration.

When there is less water in the body, there is a decrease of blood volume which causes the heart to work harder to pump oxygenated blood out in the bloodstream, and other major organs also work less efficiently. Thus, drinking adequate water can help your body function better and reduce fatigue.

2. Improves Mood

Research indicates that mild dehydration (even one or two percent lower hydration level of hydration than optimal) can negatively affect your mood and ability to think.

A small study conducted on 25 women and published in the Journal of Nutrition found that being dehydrated can take a toll on your mood and cognitiive function. The color of your urine is a good indicator of your level of hydration. The lighter the color the better the level of hydration and vice versa.

3. Treats Headaches and Migraines

If you have a headache or migraine, the first thing that you can do to get some relief is drink plenty of water. Headaches and migraines are often caused by dehydration.

In a study published in the European Journal of Neurology, researchers found that increasing water intake helped reduce the total number of hours and intensity of headaches in the study participants.

4. Helps in Digestion and Constipation

Water also improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. This helps in digestion and prevents constipation. Inadequate water in the body often results in constipation as the colon pulls water from the stools to maintain hydration, thereby making them harder and difficult to pass.

Drinking sufficient water boosts your metabolism and helps the body properly break down food. This helps your digestive system work well and promotes regular bowel movements. Warm water, in particular, is good for digestive health.

5. Aids Weight Loss

In a clinical trial, scientists found that drinking two eight-ounce glasses of water prior to meals can help suppress appetite and hence support your weight loss efforts. When you drink water, it fills your stomach and reduces the tendency to eat more.

Plus, it helps increase the rate at which the body burns fat, and promotes the breakdown and elimination of fat cells.

Calorie-free water is also a great replacement for high-calorie drinks like alcohol, sugary fizzy drinks and sodas that often

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5 Simple Stay-Healthy Tips For The Holidays

5 Simple Stay-Healthy Tips For The Holidays

  08:05    Unknown

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Wash your hands—often!

About 80% of infections are transmitted by touch. Hand washing is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of infections. You can spread some germs from touching another person, and you can catch a cold or other infection by touching contaminated objects or surfaces and then touching your face (mouth, eyes and nose).

Treat YourselfThe holidays are considered the giving season, but make time to take care of yourself too. Treat yourself and relieve stress with a massage, manicure, or simply enjoy a few days rest. Take the time to do the things that make you happy.

Get moving!

University of South Carolina researchers found that men who were moderately active for 3 hours a day (the equivalent of walking briskly, climbing stairs, or playing tennis) were 35% less likely to catch a cold compared with more sedentary men.  This doesn’t mean you have to hit the gym for 3 hours straight.  Any movement counts so take walking breaks, go out dancing, or enjoy a yoga class – anything that gets you moving counts toward your activity goals.

Lose Liquid CaloriesWine, mixed drinks, egg nog, caramel lattes, hot chocolate can add hundreds of calories to your daily intake. One way to keep pounds down is to make a commitment to skip the high calorie drinks and opt instead for unsweetened teas, no calorie colas, and water. As for beer, wine or liquor, have a drink and celebrate the season, but keep alcoholic beverages in check (1-2 per day for women).

Get plenty of zzz’sGetting  a good night’s sleep can be one of your best defenses against getting sick anytime of year. A study in the Archives of Internal Medicine found that people who slept at least eight hours nightly were about three times less likely to catch a cold than those who snoozed for less than seven. You’re not being a Grinch by skipping a party when you feel worn-down; you’re being smart. Think of it as preventive medicine.

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What To Do And Where To Go When You Visit France For The First Time

What To Do And Where To Go When You Visit France For The First Time

  21:49    Unknown

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France is the world’s top tourist destination and for good reason. There's a lot packed into just one country – artistic and architectural masterpieces, remarkable museums and natural landscapes, and a history harking back far beyond the Romans. Top it off with fine wine, food and a culinary culture that permeates through every city and small town, and the only hard part is deciding where to go first.

Paris

France’s chic, sexy capital has to be experienced at least once. Mix picture-postcard icons with simple Parisian moments and you'll truly fall in love with the city. Scale the Eiffel Tower then walk or cycle along the Seine, or cruise down it on a bateau-mouche (bateaux-mouches.fr). Venerate Notre Dame then grab a post-cathedral café at Café Saint-Régis, ice-cream at Berthillon or super juice at literary café of mythical bookshop Shakespeare & Company. Hit the Louvre then collapse on a bench with a Pierre Hermé macaron in the Tuileries or Palais Royal gardens. Delve into hilltop Montmartre with a local Paris Greeter (greeters.paris). Escape to posh leafy Versailles and come back blown away by France’s most famous chateau.

Whether you head up to the top or simply admire from below, Paris' signature spire is a must-see. Image by Loic Lagarde/Photostock/Getty

Loire Valley

Stunning châteaux are scattered around the lush Loire Valley. Stand in awe of the Renaissance supertanker of a castle Château de Chambord, and graceful Château de Chenonceau astride the Cher River. Château de Blois with its whistle-stop tour of French architecture, and classical Château de Cheverny where the spectacle of the dogs having dinner steals the show, is the perfect one-day combo. In summer put the gardens at Château de Villandry and Château d’Azay-le-Rideau after dark on your hit list. Base yourself in Tours, Blois or Amboise; hire a bike to pedal along the Loire riverbanks at least once; and try to catch a son-et-lumière (sound-and-light) show.

Be captivated by the elegant arches of Château de Chenonceau spanning the Cher River in the Loire Valley. Image by Danita Delimont/Photostock/Getty

French Riviera

This strip of seashore on the big blue Med has it all – hence half the world crowding it out in summer. The seaside town of Nice is the queen of the Riviera with its cutting-edge art museums, belle époque architecture, pebble beaches and legendary promenade. Glitzy day trips trail film stars in Cannes, Formula One drivers in Monaco, and hobnobbing celebs ‘n socialites in St-Tropez. Sensational coastal views make the drive along the three coastal roads from Nice to Menton an absolute must. Otherwise, grab your hiking boots and stride out in the fiery Massif de l’Estérel for brilliant red-rock mountain scenery.

Provence

Check all devices are fully charged: the extraordinary light and landscape in this part of France’s south demands constant snapping and sharing. Start with Marseille, a millennia-old port with striking museums such as the MuCEM and coastline straight off a film set. Inland, zoom in on glorious Roman amphitheatres and aqueducts in Nîmes, Orange and at the Pont du Gard. Drive past lavender fields and cherry orchards to hilltop villages and food markets in the bucolic Luberon and Vaucluse regions. No lens is large enough for the peak of Mont Ventoux (a cyclist's paradise) or the Gorges du Verdon, Europe’s deepest canyon with 800m sheer-drop cliffs and startling emerald green water, no filter required.

Champagne

This sparkling viticulture region in northern France is all class. Where else can you sip Champers in centuries-old cellars and taste your way through vineyards and medieval villages straight out of a Renoir painting? Stay in Reims (pronounced something similar to ‘rance’) or Épernay to visit Pommery, Mumm, Moët & Chandon and other big-name Champagne houses. In Reims, pick a clear day to scale the tower of the cathedral where dozens of French kings were crowned. From both towns, scenic Champagne driving routes thrust motorists into the heart of this intoxicating region.

Brittany & Normandy

A wind-buffeted part of northern France, Brittany & Normandy was created especially for outdoor fiends and history buffs with sensational seafood, cliff-top walks, a craggy coastline and ancient sights steeped in lore and legend. Top billing is Mont St-Michel, a magical mysterious abbey-island, best approached barefoot across the sand. Or grab a bicycle and toot your horn at the Carnac megaliths strewn along Brittany’s southern coast (wear a windbreaker). Normandy’s time-travel masterpiece is the Bayeux tapestry but it's the heart-wrenching D-Day beaches and WWII war cemeteries nearby that will really take you back to a moment in history.

French Alps

The French Alps is one massive outdoor playground, which pumps during the ski season (December to April) when insanely challenging slopes and trails entice adrenalin junkies from everywhere. Europe’s highest peak, Mont Blanc, prevails and party town Chamonix is the place to get up close to its might and majesty – the mountain panorama from the top of the Aiguille du Midi cable car is the best there is, whatever the season. If small and chic is more your style then strap on the skis in Megéve or St-Gervais. To let rip after dark over hardcore après-ski head to Val d’Isère or Méribel and Courchevel in Les Trois Vallées.

What to pack

Walking shoes
French phrasebook
Lonely Planet's Paris City Guides App
Adaptor for France’s two-pin plugs
Raincoat and umbrella (particularly for Paris and northern climes)
Sunscreen and mosquito repellent (particularly for southern France)
Detailed road map and/or GPS device

Essential phrases

Hello: Bonjour
Good Afternoon: Bon après-midi
Good Evening: Bonne soirée
Goodbye: Au revoir
Please: S’il vous plaît
Thank you: Merci
Do you speak English?: Parlez-vous anglais?
I am lost!: Je suis perdu!
Please can I reserve a table for two/four people: Je voudrais réserver une table pour deux/quatre personnes s’il vous plaît.

Getting around

Regular trains link cities and main towns. Travelling around by car buys freedom, flexibility and a ticket to rural France. Motorists drive on the right side of the road and pay to use motorways (autoroutes). Plot routes, toll and fuel costs with autoroutes (autoroutes.fr).

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