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Apple announces its iPhone 8 and 8 Plus RED

April 16, 2018April 10, 2018Katie StoneBusiness, Tech

(Updated following Apple’s announcement.)

Like last year, Apple’s iPhone 8 and 8 Plus are both available in red, so some of the profits will help in the fight against AIDS.

As we relayed this morning, Apple has made official today it’s iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus with a red case. Pre-orders will be open tomorrow, Tuesday, April 10 and as usual, prices will be identical to the “conventional” versions, i.e., an entrance ticket of $809 for the iPhone 8 64GB and $919 for the iPhone 8 Plus (64GB).

Original article from April 9 11 am

MacRumors’ bloodhounds spotted an internal memo from Virgin Mobile employees. According to this memo, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus (Product) Red are in the cartons, and the announcement of these red versions could be imminent since the site indicates that these red iPhone should be officialized this Monday, April 9. The operator’s memo does not refer to iPhone X, so we can imagine that Apple’s flagship will not be part of this initiative.

RED is back

As is the case with each Red (Product) partnership, a portion of the purchase amount will be donated to AIDS research. Let us recall that Apple has already been collaborating for a while with RED, an association founded in 2006 by Bono (among others).

It was the 2nd generation iPod Nano that debuted this partnership in 2006, 12 years ago and the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus had also benefited from their RED version. Let us bet that like last year, the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus red will keep a price are strictly identical. These red versions being somewhat popular, it will not be too late when the pre-orders are online.

Google continues its offensive against abusive advertising

November 9, 2017Katie StoneBusiness, Tech

Google announces new measures against abusive advertising. After the popup and videos in autoplay, it’s the unwanted redirections that are in its collimator.

Google continues to improve the experience on its Chrome browser. As he prepares to launch an integrated ad blocker, the firm is also taking steps against pop-ups, pop-unders and now abusive redirections.

In a blog post of Chromium, the company announces three new functionalities to protect Internet users. They will be deployed on the next versions of the browser.

One of these features is aimed at redirects that automatically return the user to another page. According to Google, these redirections do not usually come from the creator of the page, but from the third party, elements integrated by the latter.

And to avoid this type of bad experience, from version 64 onwards, all redirections coming from iframes (such as embedded videos) will be blocked. Instead, the user will see an information bar. The redirection, on the other hand, can only be done if the user has clicked on the iframe.

Also, Google is also targeting a technique sometimes used by websites (especially in porn) to bypass popup blockages.

When the user clicks on a link, the content opens in a new window while the main window opens another unwanted page (usually advertising). These redirections will also be blocked from version 65 onwards.

And finally, Google Chrome will protect its users against fake play buttons that redirect to another page, clear filters and other malicious techniques that aim to make users click to redirect them to another page. You can see a lot of them on illegal download or streaming sites.

If you think that your website might be affected by these new measures, you can use the validator proposed by Mountain View to see what changes you need to make to your pages.

The practices targeted by these future updates are part of the reasons why Internet users end up installing ad blockers. And because Google makes money from online advertising, it’s in their best interest to stop using them.

The Lucrative Business of Star Wars Action Figures

September 21, 2016Katie StoneBusiness

Whether you’re a serious collector or a keeper of nostalgic items, Star Wars is a trend that isn’t bound to go out of style anytime soon.

At Creative Collaboration, we are all (sorry Jen) huge SW fans and have accumulated a large number of figures over the last few year!

Action figures depicting your favourite characters, dioramas of your favourite scenes, and even the highly-detailed vehicles depicted in the movies and cartoons are available on numerous sites for sale. Figurine Star Wars pas cher are now available all across the web!

our-collection-on-the-shelves — Our collection on the office shelves

Spanning across generations from the 1970s when the first movie hit the theaters, Star Wars toys have been all the rage for decades.

Fan Favorites

Fan favourites such as Luke Skywalker in his black outfit to Chewbacca and Han Solo and the always famous Millennium Falcon are often the hardest to find. Prized figures such as C-3PO, Darth Vader, and even Yoda are considered so rare that they go for untold amounts when auctioned off. Darth Vader, Han Solo, and Luke Skywalker appear in multiple lists when speaking of popularity amongst Star Wars characters, which is hardly a surprise.

Newer Characters

Those characters that are newer to the franchise are no less popular despite their lack of intrinsic value. Characters such as Ahsoka Tano, Anakin Skywalker, and even General Grievous are hard to find at times, as their popularity is rivalled by only a few.

Prized Characters

One of the most notorious best sellers is a fan favourite and a character that has drawn a cult following since his appearance in the original trilogy, Boba Fett. Simply speaking the name to serious collectors will set chills down their spine as they can only imagine what it might be like to possess such a rare and sought after figure for their collection. Also on the rare and desired list are Darth Vader, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and, surprise of all surprises, a Jawa figure.

Conclusion

For each and every character there are numerous representations throughout the toy and collectable realm that would suit most Star Wars fans just fine. For serious collectors, though, nothing short of the roughly four-inch representations will do. Such figures from the 1970s and 1980s when the original trilogy came about are considered quite rare and fetch unseemly prices but are considered to be well worth the money, and the effort.

Top Latest Ergonomic Products Used In The Office

September 6, 2016Katie StoneBusiness

Ergonomic products are created to give you the comfort and access to resources that can make your office very comfortable and trendy. Therefore, if you are planning to buy new office products, go for ergonomic office products.

Here are some of the latest ergonomic products and their benefits.

Ergonomic chair

Herman Miller Aeron Ergonomic Office Chair

If you do most of your office work while seated, go for an ergonomic chair. The good thing with ergonomic chair is that it provides ample support for your back, arms, and neck. This support is crucial because it provides ample resting spots thus prevents you from causing injury to yourself in case you are overstraining. Ergonomic chairs provide a broad range of height adjustments thus you can find the perfect fit no matter how short or tall you are.

Adjustable laptop stand

Most laptops are slim, lightweight and can be used even on the go. If you have an anchored screen and keyboard, it’s a big challenge to place both of them at a perfect height at the same time. With an adjustable laptop stand, you can position the screen at an arm’s length away at an ideal height such that your neck will remain in a neutral position.

It is wise to pair the laptop stand with an ergonomic keyboard if you want to have an ergonomic workstation. If you don’t use a laptop, go for a dynamic monitor arm. With a dynamic monitor, you can move your display down, up and all around depending on your posture.

Split keyboard

An adjustable split keyboard from ergonomic optimises your typing experience. This keyboard is usually split in the middle and therefore it looks natural maintaining your hands at a good position. However, a static split keyboard have one position while many people have different typing behaviours.

With an adjustable keyboard, you can choose the perfect position for you. An adjustable split keyboard reduces the chances of developing an RSI and at the same time mitigates symptoms developed previously.

Footrest

A footrest is specifically designed to reduce strain on your knees when you sit. You can quickly develop problems in your musculoskeletal system if your knees are strained. A foot rest is an ideal solution if you can adjust your chair or desk. It gives your legs and feet exactly the support they need.

Top benefits of using ergonomic products

• Reduced costs

varidesk ergonomic and adjustable desks — Varidesk ergonomic and adjustable desks

Ergonomic products reduce MSDs cost once the ergonomic risk factors are systematically reduced.

• Improved productivity.

Ergonomic solutions often improve productivity. Workers have a good posture as they work, better heights, fewer motions, and less exertion thus increased efficiency in the workstations.

• Improved employee engagement

Employees feel motivated when the company is dedicated to ensuring their safety and health. a comfortable workstation experiences decreased absenteeism, increased employee involvement and morale.

• Improved quality and a better safety culture

Ergonomic is a show of the company’s commitment to health and safety as a core value. A health and safety culture will improve the performance of the workers.

Here is a top 5 of the best ergonomic chairs of 2016

Three tips on starting your first company from scratch

July 16, 2016July 13, 2016Katie StoneBusiness, Company, Startups, Tips

Every person thinks of owning a company and organization and business corporations, but nobody thinks of starting one. You need to start something for you to have it otherwise you will keep thinking, and you will not have it. Below is how you can start your company.

#1. Research on the market gap

The market gap is what you will create your brand from. You cannot just create a company with the idea that God will provide. Make sure that you have the best name that you can use to start your business. Even the name should be unique leave alone the products because people want to class things. Research and create an excellent brand from the market gap that you will get.

#2. Plan your layout

You need to know where you will be taking the products, who will buy them and who will be producing. Always foster quality goods and profits shall keep on flowing in. Make sure that you make the products of your company outstanding by examining and modifying the ones for your competitors. You are not a monopoly in any business niche nowadays, so you need to know how to overcome the competitions.

#3. Register and market the company

Once you have developed the brand, once you have identified the chain of distribution the next step is for you to ensure that you create awareness for your brand and company. Open websites, Facebook pages, and blogs, write banners and put it on radio or TV channels. Within a small period, you will grow to the highest level you never imagined.

Starting a company needs determination and consistency to ensure that you don’t give up. There are a lot of challenges but through those challenges, you gather experience and courage.

Four most successful startups of 2016

July 14, 2016July 13, 2016Katie StoneBusiness, Software, Startups

Some businesses started as a joke, yet they have generated millions of dollars at the moment making them gain attention from the world. Below are some of them.

#1. Product Hunt

With the increasing number of websites in the world, it is tough to find some things online. This product hunt app was developed to ensure that people can easily get the products by locating them where they are through typing their name on the app search icon. It has an estimated capital of $7 million, and it started in 2013.

#2. DoorDash

This is a food delivery app that was launched in 2013 by Andy Fang, Stanley Tang, Evan Moore and Tony Xu. It is commonly used to order fast foods from restaurants and to the US and Canadian homes. It is known for its long way development because it started from Stanford Dorm room. It is worth $60 million though many people say it is still small of that net worth. It has partnered with major brands like KFC, 7-Eleven, and Dunking Donuts and this has made it more successful that before.

#3. Boxed

Boxed is a company that was started to emancipate people from the burden of carrying a lot of luggage when shopping. You can now use the app to buy all things you want, and all the things shall be brought to your doorstep. It is worth $132 million and it has the best reviews for its services.

#4. Luxe Valet

This is an app that shows you the available parking space near you so that you don’t struggle a lot to get parking for your car. They can even wash your car and change the oil. It has a net worth of $25 million.

These are the startups that people think it was a joke, but now they have made it.

Five common characteristics of great leaders and entrepreneurs

July 12, 2016July 13, 2016Katie StoneBusiness, Entrepreneurs, Leaders

Being an entrepreneur is a very challenging task that is why many people remain to be employed, people. You need to stand firm in every challenge and circumstance that comes your way for you to be a successful entrepreneur.

#1. Deals with facts not assumptions

If you are an entrepreneur, then you need to be real. If something is bad, it is bad, and you need to look for ways to make it safe or find an alternative. People who assume are always afraid and making it in the business field becomes a problem. Be real and face the reality as it is.

#2. Don’t run away from problems, solve them

Shifting from one business to another trying to escape challenges will not help you either will it help your businesses. There are problems in all kinds of business. Just open up your mind and solve all the issues that come forth. Through this, you will have the best firms.

#3. Utilize resources perfectly

Resources are scarce, consider doing the necessary things that are crucial to the business before you embark on the complicated things that will eat a lot of your resources. An entrepreneur focuses more on input that output so they are not extravagant.

#4. Listening ear

Leaders and entrepreneurs listen then they decide on their own. They do not neglect ideas from people, but they make decisions after they have made a choice for themselves. This is what makes them prosper at all times.

#5. Respect Time

Time is money and money comes from business, so if they spare time for the firm, then money keeps flowing in which is the main aim of every entrepreneur.

There are no typical features for an ideal leader or entrepreneur but just know that you need to be wise.

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