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  • Facebook is Now Scoring Users Facebook Trustworthiness

    Facebook is Now Scoring Users Facebook Trustworthiness

    Brace yourself people, things are about to get weird. Not weird in the fun British way, no, weird as in Mark Zuckerberg becoming the Orwellian dictator we have long feared. Facebook Inc (FB.O) has started scoring its users based on their Facebook trustworthiness in an attempt to fight misinformation. Facebook has started evaluating the trustworthiness of its users by assigning them with reputation scores from zero to one when they report news articles as being false.

    According to a masked anonymous Facebook Executive, “What we’re actually doing: We developed a process to protect against people indiscriminately flagging news as fake and attempting to game the system.” They later stated “The reason we do this is to make sure that our fight against misinformation is as effective as possible.”

    Whats My Trustworthy Score Facebook?

    From what we have come to understand, Facebook sends news articles reported as false to third-party fact checkers to verify. They began a year ago using this “trustworthiness rating” to help judge the reliability of the person flagging the disputed news articles. I think we have all seen these polls on the FB already. So If someone routinely falsely flags news articles later found to be accurate, it reduces their credibility the next time they dispute an article. Facebook would not comment on the fate of untrustworthy users at this time. However they did say that If a Facebook user routinely accurately flags false news, that person’s score improves. Other signals are used to evaluate users when they flag articles as false, but Facebook won’t say what they are because it does not want people rigging their Facebook trustworthiness scores.

    I have a lot of questions that just seem to lead to fears. In just what way are they to obtain their Facebook trustworthiness rating. What could they possibly use for criteria? Is it going to be based on the same liberal agenda they have been picking the news headlines? Are they going to take notes from communist China’s incredibly invasive and creepy “social credit” system, which analyzes online habits and assigns citizens a score.

    The Final Facebook Trustworthiness Thought

    Yes this It’s a mystery. You can’t see your Facebook trustworthiness score or anyone else’s. I think I need to see my score. I mean I think I’m trustworthy but I need Facebook’s validation for this to be sure. Facebook says it’s important to remember: this is a score for misinformation, not for anything else on Facebook. Also that this is just one in a number of indicators that Facebook relies on.

    Swallow that pill if you would like, but I have just been to the puppet show and have seen the strings. Zucks and his global Zionist have been lobbying for a one world government for ions. We never gave it much credibility because the logistics just weren’t there. Then today happened and we are realizing its already in place and its far too late. The Terminator didn’t stop 1984 from happening, they only delayed it… to 2004. Like a line from a very bad comic book  “only Trump can save us now”.

  • Ten Coolest Movies about First Contact

    Ten Coolest Movies about First Contact

    First contact will likely be a messy, terrifying affair if it happens in the foreseeable future. Humanity is a divided, tribal and superstitious lot even today. However, the potential of world-changing, seismic shifts in politics and Earth is great when it comes to first contact scenarios. When or if alien life makes contact with Earth, any number of factors could change the dynamic of the interaction. While we can’t imagine what real first contact will look like, there are some pretty cool movies about it. Today, we’re looking at the ten coolest movies about first contact!

    Ten Coolest Movies about First Contact

    Flight of the Navigator

    Photo Credit: Nerdist

    This fun, upbeat 80’s movie depicts the adventurous David, a young boy who encounters an alien race. He is transported to their home planet and back at light speed. The journey causes him to return a decade after he left, though, causing his younger brother to be six years older than him when he returns! This film is a classic, full of fun and optimism.

    District 9

    Photo Credit: Digital Spy
    On the other end of the spectrum is the dark and gritty District 9. Imagining first contact as an allegory for apartheid, District 9 takes place in South Africa. Following the appearance of a race of aliens on Earth, the South African government segregates them into ghettoes and treats the aliens as subhuman. This is sci-fi at its best: forcing us to examine our prejudices through the lens of a new perspective.

    Independence Day

    Photo Credit: Den of Geek
    Sometimes first contact doesn’t go that smoothly. In this classic sci-fi action film, Will Smith stars Stephen Hiller, a pilot tasked with defending Earth from an alien invasion. This film envisions what kind of response Earth would have if it was suddenly, violently invaded by aliens. Themes of colonialism, bravery and determination run throughout. This film was pivotal, both for Hollywood blockbusters in general and for Will Smith’s career in particular. It also has one of the coolest speeches in the history of sci-fi movies, courtesy of Bill Pullman’s Thomas Whitmore character.

    Close Encounters of the Third Kind

    Photo Credit: Orlando Weekly

    This Spielberg classic follows Roy Neary, a blue-collar worker who makes contact with an alien race. The resulting effects that the UFOs have on Roy form the film’s dramatic tension. Roy’s relationship with his wife and children is strained as he obsesses over the UFOs. Finally, when the aliens make contact with Earth, Roy is selected to go with them so that they might learn more about humans.

    The Day the Earth Stood Still

    Photo Credit: IMDb

    This mid-century classic sci-fi film works largely due to its near Biblical proportions. A stranger from space named Klaatu descends to Earth to issue a warning to the leaders of its countries. He warns that all humans must begin living in harmony, acting as one united race. Otherwise, forces from beyond the stars will consider humanity (and its burgeoning atomic power) a threat. Such a threat would be met with lethal force. The film’s messianic imagery and timeless tale of nonviolence make it a classic worth watching.

    Starman

    Photo Credit: Variety

    A love story dressed up as sci-fi, Starman follows the titular character, played by Jeff Bridges, as he falls to Earth to learn about humans. The naïve but affable Starman takes the form of a widow’s recently deceased husband, much to her surprise and horror. The widow, named Jenny, gradually warms to the Starman, and the two go on a quest to a crater that houses Starman’s ship. The journey is long and fraught with danger, as the Army tries to apprehend the alien in order to study him. Along the way, the two fall in love, showing that love can transcend even the stars.

    The Abyss

    Photo Credit: Hollywood Reporter

    The Abyss, an excellent James Cameron sci-fi romp, explores a unique type of first contact. In this film, aliens have been on Earth for quite some time. However, they live deep beneath the ocean. Combining Cameron’s love of deep-sea exploration and sci-fi, the Abyss was a watershed moment for sci-fi effects. With top-notch acting and gripping storytelling, this is another sci-fi flick you owe it to yourself to watch!

    Super 8

    Photo Credit: YouTube

    Directed by J.J. Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg, Super 8 is as much a coming-of-age story as it is a tale of first contact. Channeling the feel of classic 80’s films like ET and the Goonies, this throwback movie follows a group of kids who discover that the military is hiding an alien. This alien is peaceful, however, and just wants to go home. If the premise sounds familiar, that’s largely because it has been done more recently in Stranger Things, another excellent sci-fi.

    The Man who Fell to Earth

    Photo Credit: Winnipeg Film Group

    David Bowie was an odd man, and his appearances in film are a testament to that. He was also a complete genius, which this excellent film confirms. Bowie plays Thomas Jerome Newton, a very humanoid-looking alien. He comes to Earth seeking water for his home planet, which is in the middle of an apocalyptic drought. The film, equal parts melancholic and meditative, is a long look at what makes us human. Vices like alcohol and sex addiction plague even the titular man who falls to Earth, making us examine what it is to be human.

    Star Trek: First Contact

    Photo Credit: Den of Geek

    The hint, after all, is in the name. Star Trek had, up to this point, only hinted at the historical event that led to first contact with the Vulkan race. In this Next Generation film, however, the crew of the Enterprise travels back in time while pursuing the Borg. They discover that they arrive a day before Zefram Cochrane completes work on the first human warp drive. That event will lead to the Vulkan Empire taking note of humanity and extending an invitation to join the galactic community.

  • Polybius: Fact or Fiction?

    Polybius: Fact or Fiction?

    In the early 80’s arcades were the place to be for young kids. Pac-Man, Dig-Dug and Asteroids were favorites of fans the world over. Around this time, however, there were repeated incidents of people playing too much, or even becoming addicted to the games. Notable instances of players becoming ill from too many video games caused minor stirs. However, one urban legend holds that an arcade game called Polybius existed at this point in time that caused much more severe side effects. The legend holds that Polybius caused addiction, nightmares, memory loss and more.

    Today, we’re taking a closer look at the legend. Was there ever really a game called Polybius? What could have inspired the legend, if there wasn’t such a game? And, most importantly, could a video game cause such negative side effects?

    polybius
    Photo Credit: AllGamers

    Polybius: The Legend

    The legend of the Polybius arcade machine first appeared online around the year 2000. The game was purported to have only been available in the Portland, Oregon area for about a month in 1981. When it was released, it is said that it proved highly addictive. Players would line up around the block to play it, and fights would break out over who would play next.

    The next part of the legend turns much more sinister. Following a session of playing Polybius, gamers are reported to have developed severe paranoia, night terrors and amnesia. Worst of all, those suffering from the effects of Polybius would even suffer from extreme hallucinations. The legend also holds that men in black suits would come into the arcade to examine the Polybius cabinet. This led to the speculation that Polybius had some connection to MK Ultra or some other CIA or FBI experiment.

    Following a month or so of existence in Portland arcades, the game is said to have vanished. Legend holds that Polybius had gathered the data it was meant to gather, and as such the agency that created it recalled it.

    The Hunt for the Truth

    This tale was first published on coinop.org in 2000. Research into the existence of the game has turned up no mention of such a game in the 1980’s. To be sure, such a video game would have likely elicited some type of response from local media in Portland. Instead, no mention of a game with that name is found until the 2000 coinop.org article.

    That said, the urban legend could have grown in Portland surrounding a series of unusual events in 1981. The first even was the unusual occasion of two different gamers falling ill on the same day. The first was a man who collapsed after developing a bad migraine while playing the game Tempest. The second was a young man who played Asteroid for 28 straight hours in an attempt to beat a high score. However, before he could post the high score, he fell ill with stomach pain and had to call off his attempt.

    Roughly a week after this happened, the FBI raided several arcades in Portland, suspecting the owners of running gambling rings. Is it possible that these events led to the creation of the myth? After all, kids and gamers can be superstitious! Considering the world hadn’t been introduced to the internet or cellphones yet, paranoia of this type travels fast.

    We May Never Know

    While there is no concrete evidence to suggest Polybius existed, it’s impossible to dismiss entirely. If it truly was a top-secret government project, it certainly wouldn’t be public record. As for the actual events that could have inspired the tale, who’s to say those events weren’t connected to the cursed arcade cabinet? Sure, it’s unlikely… but what if it really did exist?

  • Amazon’s College Days Deals Not Just for Students

    Amazon’s College Days Deals Not Just for Students

    Just in time for our recent Grads to head to their freshman dorms, Amazon is blowing out the prices on the gear they will need to tech out those tiny little living spaces. Amazon’s College Days Deals are on and really something we should all be looking at. Let’s take a look at the 5 best Amazon back to college deals.

    1. The Echo Plus and Free Phillips Hue Bulb- $99

    The Echo Plus is a hands-free smart speaker built to serve as a hub for your smart home setup. It looks just like a metal version of the classic Echo, but it has a built-in ZigBee smart home hub for simple and direct setup of compatible lights, locks, plugs, and in-wall switches. You’ll be able to connect a wide variety of devices, from TVs to light bulbs without additional hubs, and control them all using your voice. And, as an extra benefit, this speaker comes with a Philips Hue A19 white bulb, which sells for $15 on its own.

     

    2. Amazon Fire Cube – $89.99

    If you missed out on the Launch day deal or the second offering on Prime day, then you are in luck. Back to the killer price of $89.99 the Fire TV Cube is the first hands-free streaming media player with Alexa, delivering an all-in-one entertainment experience. From across the room just say, “Alexa, play The Office” and Fire TV Cube turns on your TV and starts playing the The NBC hit, allowing you to control your entertainment with voice commands. Watch as thousands of movies and TV episodes come to life with vibrant colors and detailed contrast in 4K Ultra HD and HDR.

    3. Echo Show – $129.99

    The Echo Show is one of the best Alexa devices. I love that convenient screen, intercom functionality, and the added boost it gives Alexa with a visual element. Let it control your smart devices and look Amazon amazing will doing it. Its $100 off right now and kind of hard to pass up.

    4. Echo Spot – Black + Amazon Cloud Cam Security Camera Bundle – $209.98

    I love a bundle and This bundle contains Echo Spot and Amazon Cloud Cam Security Camera. Just ask Alexa to show Cloud Cam’s live view on your Echo Spot for a quick way to see what’s happening in another room. You can also speak or listen through Echo Spot using Cloud Cam’s two-way audio. Super easy way to let your kids know it’s time for dinner. Cloud Cam is built in the same cloud as Alexa so it’s always getting smarter with more advanced alerts, detection, and features. At this price point, load up for a interactive home monitoring solution.

    5. All-New Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet, 10.1″ 1080p Full HD Display, 32 GB, Blue Kid-Proof Case – $159.99

    Starting off my Christmas shopping early and boy are my nephews going to be ecstatic. While it looks friendly this is not a toy. It rocks a full-featured Fire HD 10 tablet with a brilliant 10.1” 1080p Full HD display (1920 x 1200), 32 GB internal storage, and up to 10 hours of mixed-use battery life. Add a microSD card for up to 256 GB of expandable storage. Amazon FreeTime Unlimited is the first-ever all-in-one subscription that brings together all the types of content that kids ages 3-12 want. It gives them over 15,000 books, movies, TV shows, educational apps, and games. Fire Kids Edition includes a year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited at no additional cost.

    The Final Amazon’s College Days Deals Thought

    We all have a need, want and desire for an Amazon product. Don’t sleep on these Amazon’s College Days Deals. If you don’t have the extra funds amazon offers Prime members easy one click payment plans. Here is the link if you don’t already have it, Amazon.com, tell em Beau sent you. You can thank me later.

  • Iron Fist Season 2 Set to Redeem Danny Rand

    Iron Fist Season 2 Set to Redeem Danny Rand

    A new trailer for Iron Fist season 2 is upon us, and man does it look sweet. Marvel’s (second) coolest martial artist Danny Rand debuted in 2017 with a lackluster standalone series. (Shang-Chi, the Master of Kung Fu, is the coolest, in case you didn’t know.) Notable show-killer Scott Buck (who also killed Dexter and Inhumans) helmed that train-wreck. The first season of Iron Fist was remarkable for focusing more on boardroom politics than kung fu. While Iron Fist is a fun, breezy character who beats up ninjas, his first season was more whining and talking about stocks. Thankfully, Buck’s been shown the door and it looks like Danny is back on track.

    Rand’s Redemption

    Danny was downright insufferable in the first season of Iron Fist, but he’s been getting steadily better with each appearance. In Defenders, his character was forced to undergo growth at the hands of a competent narrative, and Finn Jones had a chance to flex his acting chops. Then, again, in Luke Cage’s second season Rand made another appearance. Harking back to his excellent co-headlining of Heroes for Hire with Luke in the 70’s, this appearance excited us for his second season. So, now that the trailer is here, how’s it looking?

    Iron Fist Season 2

    In short, it’s looking pretty sweet. One of the main complaints about the first season was the lack of impactful martial arts sequences in a show about kung fu. Thankfully, there seems to be ample ass-kicking going around in the trailer, and we couldn’t be happier. Following his departure in Season 1, Davos returns as primary antagonist Steel Serpent. The trailer seems to show us that Davos has a power much like the Iron Fist’s, channeling some red energy into his hand.

    Danny’s fights with Davos in the trailer seem fast-paced, brutal and kinetic. Pretty much everything that the first season wasn’t, to be honest. We’re cautiously optimistic about this season from what we’ve seen so far. With Scott Buck off the show and expectations high, it’s on this season to bring the heat. Iron Fist Season 2 drops September 7th on Netflix.

  • Top Ten Villains We Want to See in the MCU

    Top Ten Villains We Want to See in the MCU

    Thanos is a tough act to follow, to be quite honest. However, he’s hardly the most iconic or awesome villain to appear in Marvel Comics. After the Avengers handle Thanos and his big purple chin, we’re excited to see who they tackle next. Here are the top ten villains we want to see in the MCU, in order of least to most likely to appear. Let’s talk villainy!

    Top Ten Villains We Want to See in the MCU

    Mephisto

    Photo Credit: Comic Book
    The Marvel Universe’s analogue to Satan, Mephisto is the supreme demon lord of a Hell-like realm. In the comics he’s responsible for granting Ghost Rider his supernatural powers. As it turns out, Ghost Rider, in the form of Robbie Reyes, has already made an appearance in the MCU. He was the main focus of a season of Agents of SHIELD, complete with his signature hellfire and chain whip weapon. As such, it’s not impossible that we could see Mephisto in a future film, maybe as an antagonist for Dr. Strange!

    The Mandarin

    Photo Credit: Marvel Database
    Tony Stark’s most persistent archenemy, the Mandarin is a supernaturally powerful criminal mastermind. He was invoked in Iron Man 3 but turned out to be a bait-and-switch. However, in the All Hail the King one-shot we find out that the real Mandarin is still out there. We’d love to see the mastermind in action, but he will likely not be opposing Tony, considering RDJ seems to be hanging up the armor after Avengers 4.

    The Elders of the Universe

    Photo Credit: Hobby Lark
    A fantastic choice of antagonist for the combined forces of the Guardians and Avengers, the Elders of the Universe have already been teased. The Collector is actually one of the Elders, ancient beings of cosmic power and significance. They are often pitted against the combined might of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. Particularly, the super-strong Champion of the Universe would be an excellent villain to face off with the Hulk or Thor in a later film.

    Molecule Man

    Photo Credit: Comic Vine

    Molecule Man is a super-powerful villain with an unhinged mind and limitless control of atoms. He is godlike in power and is often critical in world-ending crossovers in the comics. Notably, he appears in all Secret Wars events, whenever the world is critically threatened. In the 2015 event, he was responsible for the creation of the patchwork planet Battleworld that served as home to the surviving Marvel characters. If the MCU ever does a take on Secret Wars, Molecule Man will certainly appear as a villain.

    Kang the Conqueror

    Photo Credit: Death Battle
    A classic Avengers foe, Kang the Conqueror is a time-traveling warlord from far in the future. He is seeking to subjugate the modern era by overpowering the Avengers. He often attempts to use his knowledge of future events to his benefit. However, he is consistently bested by the Avengers. If only he could see that coming!

    Dr. Doom

    Photo Credit: Hollywood Reporter
    Now that the Fantastic Four have been reacquired by Marvel Studios, we’ll certainly be seeing Dr. Doom. The archenemy of the FF, Victor von Doom is a force to be reckoned with. He’s not only an accomplished mystic and gifted scientist, he also has body armor like Tony Stark’s. Doctor Doom is every bit the antagonist to pull together the Fantastic Four in an MCU revival. We look forward to seeing what Marvel Studios will do with this iconic villain!

    The Magus

    Photo Credit: Marvel Database

    Adam Warlock has been teased to be appearing in the next Guardians film. If this is the case, it seems likely that the Magus won’t be far behind. A dark doppleganger of the heroic Warlock, the Magus is a consistent cosmic foe in Marvel Comics. He would make an excellent villain to challenge the Guardians, and perhaps even rope in the Nova Corps. Depending on Captain Marvel’s role in the MCU, we could even see Alpha Flight. A Guardians of the Galaxy and Alpha Flight team-up to oppose the Magus is quintessential Cosmic Marvel.

    The Beyonder

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    As his name suggests, the Beyonder is a mega-powerful entity from beyond the known universe. Sporting stylish curls and unchecked egomania, he seeks to see the heroes fight for his amusement. He later takes on a human form and is defeated by the heroes. Jut like Molecule Man, if the MCU seeks to do a Secret Wars retelling, we’re sure to see the Beyonder. After all, who doesn’t want to see the various heroes of the MCU duke it out?

    Annihilus

    Photo Credit: writeups

    Annihilus is an odd-looking bug monster from a negative dimension who wants to destroy our world. Do you need to know more? He’s as quintessential a villain as you can get for the heroes of Earth to fight. Maybe he’s not quite as nuanced or emotionally deep as Thanos, but damn if he isn’t cool. Although, if the writers could rework Thanos into a calculated megalomaniac, they could certainly give Annihilus some pathos. He’s a shoe-in to appear as the MCU does more cosmic stories. After all, the best cosmic Marvel story is Annihilation. As the name suggests, Annihilus is the main bad guy in that one!

    Galactus

    Photo Credit: Fandom

    The supermassive devourer of worlds was originally a Fantastic Four villain, but he’s a threat to Earth as a whole. If you’ve never heard of him, here’s the rundown. He’s a titanic, cosmic being who must devour planets for sustenance. He sends his herald, the Silver Surfer, ahead of him to warn of his coming. Galactus is fascinating as he’s not explicitly evil, per se, he’s just hungry. He must devour planets in order to sustain himself, and he’s coming to Earth. He would make a fantastic follow-up to Thanos, and a great way to bring together the Fantastic Four, Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy.

  • Smartphone Spotlight: Galaxy Note 9

    Smartphone Spotlight: Galaxy Note 9

    The 128GB Galaxy Note 9 can be purchased through carriers including AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular, Verizon Wireless and Xfinity, along with Best Buy, Costco, Sam’s Club, Straight Talk Wireless, Target, Walmart, Samsung.com and the ShopSamsung app.

    The Great

    • Slamtastic Screen
    • Instalike worthy camera
    • Adequate long battery
    • Interesting new S-Pen tricks
    • All the Specs needed

    The Conclusion

    The Galaxy Note 9 is Samsung’s Ultimate cry for tech geek attention. It has all the specs, a gigantic, magnificent, Fortnite worthy screen, a Bluetooth-powered S Pen, and a headphone jack… you know just all the essentials on the checklist for the kind of Android user that Samsung is targeting with a Note update. It’s a Phablets lover’s dream come true!

    I’m sure we all remember the note 7 scandle, but that is all history for the Galaxy Note brand. That was two years ago, this is the Note 9 we are talking about today.

    Galaxy Note 9 puts powerful technology in the hands of the tech geeks and gamers who demand more powerful and more screen from their smartphones. It certainly boast Innovative features and design make it the only phone to keep up with the next generation of users. Yes the rumors we have been telling you are true. Packed with a huge battery, a massive screen, and a powerful stylus, the Note 9 has more of everything than any other phone on the US market.

    How does it look and feel

    It’s large, I mean this phone is obscenely large. And when you put it in a case, it will become a liability. This is not a one-handed phone for any but the largest hands. Samsung moved the fingerprint sensor so no longer will the Note 9 fit into Note 8 case. On the bright side no more inadvertently smudging the camera lens.

    The Galaxy Note 9 has a 6.4-inch quad HD Super AMOLED curved screen, and USB-C and standard headphone jacks, it is IP68 Waterproof. We have been through this, the checklist of required wants and needs are covered. Not only that but it is stunning, think Charlene Theron on the red carpet elegant.

    No 5g on The Galaxy Note 9

    We have talked about 5G coming next year, Don’t get hung up on that; it will be another year before 5G is widespread and before chipset makers work out the power-management kinks that come with new wireless data systems. Yes write that down you are hearing it here first. Next year’s Note 10 will be 5G. Wanna wait that long? Anyways, The existing X20 modem get speeds up to 700Mbps with the right carrier setup, showing there’s still plenty of room in 4G. That’ll do, That’ll do just fine.

    Sounds and Stuff

    The Note 9 brings the S9+’s dual speakers to the Note line. The two speakers are by the earpiece, and along the bottom. Compared to the previous Note 8’s single bottom speaker, the speakers here aren’t much louder but clarity and treble are off the charts. Outside of the iPhone X I don’t think I have heard a better device speaker.

    The Biggest Difference

    The Galaxy Note 9’s biggest upgrade is its enhanced and gargantuan 4,000mAh battery hit it with a 10-hour battery test video. Yes you know the one where I leave it on the10 hour loop of He-Man singing 4 non blondes “what’s going on”. Results, 13% left, astounding. This leads me into projecting screen-on battery life out to 12 and half hours. That Destroys all other flagship smartphone on the market. The battery is significantly larger than the one in the Galaxy S9+ (3,500mAh, 10+ hours), the Galaxy Note 8 (3,300mAh, 6 hours), or the Galaxy Note 5 (3,020mAh, 8 hours and 30 minutes).

    Quick Speck Look

    • Graphics Mali-G72 MP18
    • Processor Octa core (2.7 GHz, Quad core, M3 Mongoose + 1.7 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A55)
    • Architecture 64 bit
    • Ram 6 GB
    • Audio Features Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus
    • Display Type Super AMOLED
    • Aspect Ratio 18.5:9
    • Screen Size 6.4 inches (16.26 cm)
    • Screen Resolution 1440 x 2960 pixel

    The Final Thought

    The screen alone will improve your Fortnite results instantly giving you an unfair advantage over any other player on a regular smartphone.


  • Don’t Overpay For K-Cups – Find The Best Online Deals

    Don’t Overpay For K-Cups – Find The Best Online Deals

    Need coffee? K-cups are the most convenient and fastest way to get your daily dose of caffeine in the morning. Great for people always on the go, K-Cups are a godsend to working people and stay-at-home parents everywhere.

    Available in grocery stores and other retail stores nationwide, K-Cups have come to dominate the coffee industry. With tons of K-Cup options and accessories available, you can find any flavor and type of coffee you can imagine, making for a whole lot of options, and with K-Cup refill filters, you can use any brand of coffee you prefer and save money. If you are interested in learning more about K-Cups where to get them at the best prices, read more below.

    When they first came out, there were only a few choices of K-Cups available, now there are literally hundreds to choose from. You can find Keurig brand K-Cups at most stores including popular flavors such as Keurig’s Donut Shop coffee. If you aren’t sure which cups you might like, you can purchase a variety sample pack, just like the ones you might find included with your Keurig machine. If you already have a coffee brand you prefer, you can find both home-brew brands like Folgers and Café Bustelo, and coffee shop brands like Starbucks, Peet’s Coffee and Dunkin Donuts in a variety of their flavors. With these conveniently ready-to-brew pods, you can make coffee almost instantly – just turn on your Keurig coffee machine, load the pod, press the button and you’ll have a piping hot cup of coffee in less than a minute.

    How You Are Overpaying Now

    When it comes to replenishing your supply, there are a few different ways to go about it. The most expensive way is to buy your K-Cups in the store. Often, you’ll find K-cups in packs of 10 for around $6 or $7, but this is not the most economical option. This brings you to $0.70 per cup of coffee…

    How to Save Now

    When it comes to saving money, the key is to buy the larger boxes because, the more you buy, the more you can save in the long run. While the packs of 10 are great for trying out certain flavors, you can buy larger boxes of 60 to 75 K-Cups for $35 to $40 in wholesale stores like Costco, in some grocery stores like Ralphs, or even online from websites like Amazon. Doing this could bring you to $0.50 per cup of coffee or less, saving you almost a quarter each cup that you drink. If you are anything like our staff at GoodFind, that savings adds up very quickly.

    With Amazon, you can subscribe and save on K-Cups, having your preferred brand and flavor ordered and shipped to you automatically each month. Another option for subscription services is to use Keurig’s Auto-Delivery service that allows you to buy all Keurig branded cups as often as you like with a savings of 25% off. There’s also premium coffee subscription services like Coffee cargo, where you can try premium coffees that you can’t get anywhere else.

    Other Options

    Another great way to fill up is with refillable options. With K-Cup refillable pods and filters, you can use literally any coffee you prefer, because you can add your own ground coffee into the pod. This is a great way to get that same fresh ground taste right out of your Keurig machine. Refillable K-Cups called GoodCups can be purchased through Amazon and are loaded into the same spot where you would put your disposable K-Cups. Coffee Bean N Leaf Brews makes another great refillable coffee pod that is completely reusable and dishwasher safe. Of course, Keurig also makes their own refillable pod: the Keurig My K-Cup that allows you to use your own gourmet coffee by adding it to the filter provided. Replace the filter with the pod loader attached to your machine and you are ready to go. Using any refillable pod is not only a great way to have your favorite coffee not available in disposable cups, but it’s also great for the environment too!

    Keurig Green Mountain said it plans by 2020 to change the plastic composition in the billions of K-cup single-serving coffee containers it sells annually, making them more lucrative to recyclers while removing one of the nagging complaints that mountains of the little pods are piling up in landfills.

    “Our goal is 100 percent Keurig K-cup pods diverted from landfills by curbside recycling,” said Monique Oxender, the coffee brewer’s chief sustainability officer. “The consumer is going to brew it, peel and empty it, and pop the pod into the recycling bin in the same behavior they would do with a yogurt cup. We want them to make it a habit.”


  • Best 5 Laptops Under $500 in 2018

    Best 5 Laptops Under $500 in 2018

    Laptops are very essential these days- for school, work, or just personal use. The price of a premium new laptop can cost up to $1,000, which is pricey for anyone. Numerous companies have made laptops more affordable while keeping the quality and capabilities of more expensive laptops.

    You don’t have to feel like you’re settling when shopping for a laptop under $500. There are value-priced notebooks that include full-HD displays, solid performance and long battery life, plus all the ports you need. We picked all the best all-purpose laptops in $500 price range which we think are best laptops to suit the wide range of requirements of people. Here is a list of the best five laptops under $500!

    1. Dell Inspiron i3567 Laptop

    The latest version of this Dell laptop has a powerful system in place with 8GB of memory and a 128GB hard drive and a Intel Core i3-7100U 2.4GHz processor. It has a professional feel in it’s all black look with a 15.6-inch laptop with a screen resolution of 1366 x 768. The operating system runs smoothly with Windows 10 and is backed with a 12 month warranty, with 12 months of tech support.

    • A new, powerful hardware system
    • Has many ports and slots to use your external devices
    • 8 GB Ram
    • 7th Gen Intel Core i5 processor
    • It is not backlit enabled
    • Battery life up to 5 hours

    2. Acer Aspire A515-51-50RR Laptop

    The Acer Aspire 5 is one of the best budget full-size laptops you can find in stores today. It checks most of the right boxes: well built, slim and fairly light, gets a decent keyboard, an IPS screen and modern hardware, performs well, runs cool and quiet and lasts for a long while on a charge. This slim and sleek laptop is a great all round performing laptop, especially for the price. The visuals are spot on with vivid, bright colors.

    • LCD display and is backlit
    • 2.50 GHz Intel Core i5-7200U processor
    • Storage: 1TB hard disk
    • Intel HD 620 graphics
    • Battery life up to 7 hours
    • All-plastic chassis

    3. HP 15-ay191ms Laptop

    The HP 15-ay191ms, a signature edition laptops that comes with a seventh-generation Intel Core i3 processor, 8GB DDR4 system memory, 1TB of storage and a touchscreen, but still remains insanely affordable. It’s one of those laptops you’d buy without a second thought if you find inexpensive chromebook attractive, but really, really need Windows. If you love touchscreen, this one’s for you! This laptop contains the Kaby Lake processor which makes this laptop consume little power. Apps are not an issue here, they all run very smoothly.

    • Touchscreen
    • Intel Core i3-7100U processor
    • 8GB RAM
    • 1TB hard drive
    • Lag-free performance
    • Battery life up to 6 hours

    4. Dell Inspiron i3567-5185BLK Laptop

    Yet another Inspiron made this list! This version comes in different color options and a textured finish.  Packed with a large 15.6 Inches display and a decent 7th Gen Intel Core i5-7200U up to 3.1GHz CPU processor. This Dell laptop model would work well for portability with its 4.85 Pounds lightweight design and sleek black look. Great for school work or the family computer. A huge bonus with this laptop is it doesn’t heat up much!

    • 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3-7100U processor
    • 8GB RAM
    • TB hard drive
    • LED display with a built-in webcam and mic
    • Battery life is up to 6 hours

    5. ASUS Chromebook Flip

    This is one of the best convertible laptops on the current market. The Asus Chromebook Flip C302 is worthy of its premium stature with a gorgeous screen, tactile keyboard and a classy design that’s equally as comfortable to use in tablet mode or as a traditional laptop. The screen is a full HD touchscreen and can be converted from a laptop to a tablet by turning the screen. A top pick for a college student!

    • Intel Core m3 processor
    • 4GB RAM
    • 64GB of SSD storage
    • Battery life of up to 10 hours

  • Which Mobility Scooter is Right for You?

    Which Mobility Scooter is Right for You?

    So your mobility isn’t what it used to be… no problem! Today, some insurance companies will actually help with coverage on a mobility scooter, or even pay for the whole thing. Check it out for yourself! Either way, it may be worth checking them out and seeing if it fits your lifestyle. With that in mind, let’s look at the top ten mobility scooters.

    Drive Medical Phoenix Heavy Duty

    A heavy, sturdy scooter for a great price, this one is a good pick. This one has a headlight, which is good for darker areas. It also has a basket in the front for carrying things, making it great for grocery store trips! The seat is customizable, broad and comfortable. For $1,200, this is a great heavy-duty pick.

    Pride Mobility Go-Go Sport

    This scooter is notable for its four-wheel drive and durability. It’s not terribly fast, topping at 4 MPH. That said, it’s rugged and durable, and works great when outdoors! If you like being outside and enjoying the sunlight, this is a great pick! For a combination of durability and mobility, check out the Go-Go Sport!

    E-Wheels EW-72

    A stylish and slick scooter, the E-Wheels EW-72 has a look inspired by classic cars! For those looking to really zoom, this scooter has a top speed of 15 MPH! As a heavy-duty scooter, it works quite well, as it has a top weight rating of 500 pounds! If you’re looking for a great, stylish, heavy-duty scooter, this is a great choice for you!

    Transformer Electric Folding Mobility Scooter

    Another great choice for carrying in a trunk and carrying around with you, this transforming scooter is pretty neat. It folds up into a nice, compact shape so it can go anywhere with you! The battery is airline compliant, so it can fly with you, which is great for those who fly often. If you’re on the move and need a scooter that can keep up, this is the one for you!

    E-Wheels Jellybean Electric Scooter

    The second E-Wheels scooter on our list, this one is also quite heavy-duty! This one is three-wheeled, though, so it’s got a bit of a different construction from some others on this list. The best thing about this scooter, though, is the high speed! It tops out at 18 MPH, which makes it a serious scooter! It has a great battery, too, offering up to 45 miles on a single charge. This one also has an anti-theft alarm, which is great! It sports a huge back-mounted basket, perfect for trips to the market.

    Spitfire 420 Ex

    Another great scooter, this one has interchangeable panels in different colors. The panels come in red, blue and silver, and are easy to change out! It also boasts quick-connect batteries, a comfortable seat and padded armrests. The wheels are anti-tip, which makes this a very safe pick. The front-mounted basket even has an interior lining, which is great for shopping. If you’re looking for a good mobility scooter for medical reasons, such as old age, this is a good pick.

    SmartScoot Lithium Foldable Travel Scooter

    This folding scooter is great to throw in the trunk or backseat and carry with you to a destination. The best thing about this scooter: the battery! It has great battery life for how portable it is for travel. It lasts for up to 12 miles! It also breaks down into three parts, and only weighs 27 pounds.

    Drive Medical Scout 3 Wheel

    At the very low price of right around $600, this three-wheeled scooter is a popular choice. A little less expensive than its four-wheeled counterpart, this one is a good value. The drawbacks to this scooter include its three-wheeled construction, slightly low battery life and make. There are more comfortable, high-end scooters, but if you’re looking for a good bargain, this is it. This scooter is the most affordable on our list!

    Best Value: Drive Medical Scout Compact 4 Wheel

    For those on a budget, the Drive Medical Scout Compact is a very popular choice. At $700, it’s a fantastic value, and it shows in its popularity. It’s a good scooter, with all the trimmings you’d expect from a medical mobility scooter. Older customers on a fixed income love the low price, and the price doesn’t compromise the quality. This one also has interchangeable panels in red and blue, so you can change your style! A great value for the money for those looking to save.

    Best Overall Mobility Scooter: Shopride Sunrunner

    If you’re looking for an especially comfortable scooter, look no further than the Sunrunner! It has a 300-pound capacity and a huge 25-mile battery. You can opt for a headlight, which is quite useful. It has a front basket, perfect for shopping. The star of the show is the big, comfortable seat, though. You can’t beat the level of comfort on display here! It’s hard to find something this premium and high-quality for this price! It retails for $1,500 but can often be found on sale for less.