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optiblog · 5 months ago

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Welcome to Optiviser.com, your ultimate guide to navigating the complex world of electronics in 2024. As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, finding the right devices that suit your needs can be overwhelming. In this blog post, we’ll harness the power of AI to help you make informed choices with our comprehensive electronics comparison. We’ll take a closer look at the top smart home devices that are revolutionizing how we live and work, providing convenience and efficiency like never before. Additionally, we’ll offer expert laptop recommendations tailored to various lifestyles and budgets, ensuring you find the perfect match for your daily tasks.

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Top Smart Home Devices 2024

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Laptop Recommendation

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agirlandherkinks · 1 year ago

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Hypnovisor: Beta Test (TGTF, Hypno)

James had always been a tech super-fan. The newest phone, newest headphones, shiniest laptop, he had to stay abreast of and on top of the current trends. So when he read about some fancy new VR company that wanted beta testers for a headset, provided for free (minus shipping), his vision blurred and he signed up before he even considered finishing reading the ad.

Three weeks of anticipation and waiting passed until his doorbell finally rung, accompanied by the corresponding buzz of an email notification on his phone. Scrambling from his couch he flung the apartment door open, and to his mild surprise saw that the postman was nowhere in site. There was just a nondescript cardboard box labelled "Fragile", which fortunately bore none of the expected dents and scratches one would associate with the postal service and delicate freight. Practically bouncing with undignified delight, James scooped his parcel up and dashed back inside, barely remembering to lock the door behind him.

The headset looked even better than he had imagined. Sleek plastic curves surrounded a central visor that was just translucent enough to see through, meaning you could walk around safely if you turned a program's opacity down. It fit beautifully when he tried it on, more comfortable than anything he'd ever worn. Wearing it felt wonderful and... right, somehow. His only complaint was that the black headset was decorated in hot pink highlights, although it still looked futuristic enough to sooth his fragile masculinity. His roommate and best friend Erik certainly agreed, interspersing James' insightful comments with appropriate "Ooh's" and "Aah's". Waiting for the battery to charge seemed to take a thousand years, although chatting with each other about what it could do replaced their boredom with swiftly growing excitement.

Two hours later, a soft buzz from the headset in the corner signified its charge was complete. Erik cheered, his sandy-blonde hair bouncing behind him, and even James couldn't suppress a soft whoop of excitement. Erik unplugged it and handed it to James with a flourish and a bow, who accepted it with a suitable stuffy speech. His cheeks flushed with embarrassment, but he was so giddy with anticipation he felt he could match Erik's goofiness for once. The advertisement had promised unmatched realism, a luxurious fit, and cutting-edge, groundbreaking technology. Normally James would have discounted claims like that as corporate claptrap, but the headset fit so well he actually believed the rest of it.

Booting up the headset brought a perky, relaxing jingle in his ears and wall of settings text in his vision. He would have read it, but between his own excitement and Erik's infectious enthusiasm he left the settings on default and skipped to the main menu. The feedback for the buttons was amazing, it felt just like he was pressing down on them whenever he touched one! Another little jingle sounded as he confirmed his choices, and a few games and applications bubbled up into his view, imposed over a hot pink background.

"So Erik, what do you think I should try," James asked. "We've got a music player, interior design app, some sorta idle monster game, and a few RPG's." "Surely try out the RPG's man! You've gotta see that high-definition you were yammering about when we called." Erik's voice came back surprisingly muffled, as if he was speaking down a long tunnel. "Bro, I can barely hear you, the noise-cancelling on this headset's insane! It's like I'm in a world of my own!" James took a deep breath, recovering a little of his composure. "Alright, an RPG it is. Fantasy, sci-fi, or modern day?" "Go fantasy! You know we've both got a thing for elf chiiiicks. Hell, with the kind of feedback you were telling me about, you might even get to grab her" Erik's distant voice sounded playful, with a ting of desire and jealousy. And it did make James hard, at the thought of getting to look and squeeze and fondle some busty elf bitch, made entirely to his wishes~

To James' horror a quiet moan escaped his lips, accompanied by faint hysterical laughter from his friend. Brushing it off angrily, he slammed the icon for 'Silverflame: A Magical Journey' (the button felt like thick moss to his touch). Instantly a soft flute begun to play in his ears, accompanied by the gentle lull of a harp and a quiet sparkling. James felt himself relax, all the tension draining out of his body. Erik must have noticed too, because James heard his laughter die down to be replaced with a slightly concerned silence. "Don't worry man," James said, "music's just really pretty..." He trailed off with a slight giggle, but heard Erik give an affirmative just before a silky, sultry voice started to speak.

"Welcome traveler, to the beautiful world of Silverflame. An untamed paradise where strange beasts roam the land, noble adventurers go forth in search of treasure, and the most wonderful magic [James shuddered] is woven. You are the latest brave, beautiful heroine [Heroine? Shouldn't I get to choose my character's gender first?] to step foot into this land. But first, tell us a bit about who you really are."

Pink sparkles rained across the screen, superimposing his view of a vibrant meadow with a series of stats. Physique, IQ, Wisdom, and Charisma, fairly standard stuff. And next to it, a human man with a blank, slightly happy expression on his face [...did he look familiar?]. James gasped, he looked just like a real person! Erik was suitably impressed by this information, and urged him to pick some stats so he can get to the body modification. "You can always change them later man, might as well pick a couple of stats now and get a move on. Sounds like you're not gonna get to pick your gender for a while, which kinda sucks. Buuut if we're being horny about this, you might as well go for a slut scaffold so you make less changes later." James chuckled at this, remembering the build they discussed one night while both sloshed beyond belief. For this game it would be high Physique and Charisma, low IQ and Wisdom. James touched the slider for Physique, and gasped as he felt himself feel... better than he had in a long time.

Not trusting his senses any more, and worrying about Erik being exposed to whatever was happening from the other side of the headset, James brushed off his concerned questions (which he could barely hear now, past the soothing, soothing, music) and suggested he went to the toilet, since he'd been holding it in since he got here. Erik grumbled at missing out, but mercifully left. James was actively sweating from what just went through his body, but couldn't muster the energy or concentration to feel the level of panic he knew he should be. The music was just so, so calming, that fear was harder to feel than usual. The prompt told him he still had to change two more stats, so he decided to turn down Wisdom. He gasped again and his vision went blurry, and when it cleared he felt a bit, fuzzier? In the head. But it wasn't too bad, in fact it was perfectly manageable. He felt even calmer now, so maybe changing another stats would make him feel better. Why not IQ? He tapped the slider.

He groaned as an immense pressure wrapped around his brain. Thoughts, aspirations, memories felt like they were melting from his head faster than they appeared. The pressure seemed like it lasted forever, but eventually it trailed off and he was left panting in his chair. It had felt, really good? Like, tots good, even. James giggled to himself. Something was different about him, but he couldn't think what. Oh well, it'll probably come to him later. He squealed in delight as he realized he could get a step closer to the body modification page, although he looked longingly at the IQ slider. He could come back to it later, for now it was time to make his super-hot elf slut a body!

James clapped to himself with delight as a cute little melody played, a shower of sparkles spiraled [spiraled...] across the screen, and the man on the side moved to the center of the screen. "Firstly", the sultry voice said, "choose what race you want to be." That was an easy choice. He clicked on the 'Elf' button, and shivered as he felt tingles run through his body, intensifying in his ears. Reaching up to touch them, he inhaled as he felt long, pointed tips. In fact, his whole body seemed a bit slimmer. This doesn't quite feel right... he thought. Oh I know! It must be making me an elf too! Maybe we'll be in a party together! Between the strange fuzziness and the pulsating heat in his groin, James quickly flicked to the next page and made his choices. Long, silver hair, gorgeous big purple eyes, and some giant perky lips. "Combination unlocked!" the narrator exclaimed, "+1 Charisma, -1 Wisdom!" James giggled again as the mental fog settled a little tighter around his brain and naughty thoughts about cute girls and boys filled his brain. Boys? Well I guess I've never minded swinging both ways... This felt natural to him, because of course he'd always been bisexual. Next screen!

"Choose your voice young heroine," the woman commanded. James felt a little strange, like her voice was echoing around his head. And why were the sparkles still there, spinning and spinning around the screen. He felt confused, but knew he had to obey that voice. He picked the sexiest combination for his own voice; high pitched, breathy, perky. "Combination unlocked! +1 Charisma, -1 Int." He moaned as that wonderful pressure wrapped his brain and his weekend plans changed to eyeing hunks at the beach. Girls were cool and all, but men had always been more interesting to him [and their pulsing, hard...].

"Now heroine, can you tell me: Are you a girl, or a boy?" The question sent shock waves through his brain. He was a he... right? Why did it feel like there was some longing, some need to acknowledge the woman in him... her? The fog, the music, the spirals, all the feelings he had been having, James could hardly think. Maybe he should think less. Being a girl sounded fun, it's just a character after all. And he needed to be sexy. "Wonderful choice young lady! Now, are you a dominatrix, a super-switch, or a bimbo slut?" Bimbo slut~ James giggled as the words echoed in her brain. She was a bit of a slut, now that she thought about it. It felt odd to pick it, but why not for funsies? "Bimbo slut selected! Wonderful choice, just wonderful. Hold still while your stats are adjusted, and then we'll begin on giving you the perfect, sexy body you've always wanted."

The spirals filled her view and began increasing in speed. James was taken aback at first, but quickly felt oddly calm and receptive to that sultry voice.

"Physique +1, Physique +1, Physique +1." James felt wonderful, like every ache and blemish in his body had faded away.

"Wisdom -1, Wisdom -1." Thinking was fuzzy, but Jamella felt so content she didn't care.

"Charisma +1, Charisma +1, Charisma +1, Charisma +1. Charisma +1." Jamella gasped as visions of sexy men, pecs and abs and juicy, throbbing cocks filled her mind. A desperate heat filled her, and she began touching her groin against her will to try and ease it.

"IQ -1." She moaned, feeling light.

"IQ-1." Empty. She was so, wonderfully empty.

"IQ -1." This was like, so much funsies! She didn't know what was going on, but everything felt so nice~

"IQ -1. Congratulations Ella, you now have the 'Bimbo Slut' build."

Ella giggled absently. Thinking was like, so hard, and she felt like, so hard~. The fun spirals had disappeared... But the nice lady was talking to her again! With great effort, she listened in. "Now that your mental changes are complete, it's time for the physical changes!" Ella rubbed her thighs together and cheered in excitement. She couldn't wait to have more fun! "Unless you choose so now, the process will be au-to-ma-tic [...why was she using such big words?]. You can choose to take over at any time, or wait until the end and adjust as you please [...please. That word felt funny in her brain]".

"No user input detected. Body adjustment commencing."

A nice shiver went through Ella's body as she felt her headset warm against her face. Looking at the boring young man she'd begun to customize (her reflection, of course), she couldn't wait to begin! She sighed happily as waves of pretty silver hair drifted into her view and cascaded down her back. It felt especially nice against her smooth, soft skin, and she couldn't help but gently shake her head to watch it sway. A cool feeling brought her attention to her face, and the alluring amethyst eyes now set in it. Her face itself became much more elegant [but cutesy, too!], and she puckered her lips as a lovely pressure made them swell and bulge out, giving her a sexy and kissable pout [the boys'll love this look! boys~]. She felt herself shrink a few centimeters, gulping as her Adam's apple disappeared into her body. In fact, her whole body had become even more slender, with narrow shoulders, adorably small hands [pretty purple nails!], and a tiny little waist. She gasped, then clasped her hands over her mouth in delight. Her voice was so high and cutesy! She couldn't stop herself from giving out tiny, high-pitched giggles, just to hear how cute she was!

"Basic body structure altered. Adjusting outfit in preparation for primary and secondary sexual characteristics."

Ella ooh'ed appreciatively as a stream of sparkles enveloped her body. And when they disappeared, she squealed in delight! Her drab t-shirt and denim shorts were gone! In their place was a beautiful silver mini-dress that shimmered like starlight when she moved. She frowned in vexation, though. The plunging chest and shoulder-less design was very pretty, but her chest was flat! [shouldn't I have tiddies? The boys won't like me like this...] And the way it clung to her waist and hips would have been sexy, but as it was there was barely any difference between them! Her ass wasn't nearly big enough to justify how the dress cut off barely past it, and with how tight the fabric was Ella could see how achingly hard she was [wait, why do I have a cock? I'm supposed to get cock! In my mouth, in my ass, in my tight little pussy~]. It wasn't right!

"Thank you for your patience sweetie. Optimal figure calculated. Prepare for adjustment of sexual characteristics."

Ella let out a moan as a wave of heat and pleasure washed over her. With how horny she was she could barely keep her eyes open, but she knew she wanted to watch herself become the sexy little [cum] slut she was meant to be [I want it... I want to be~]. The heat settled in her hips, her ass, and her chest, and she moaned again as the changes begun.

Her nipples grew first, more than doubling in size and stiffening through the soft fabric of her dress. Tentatively touching them induced a gasp of pleasure [so nice~] and sent her rocking backwards. The motion made her giggle, because in that time she'd grown a cute pair of B-cup breasts that jiggled when she rocked. Jiggle makes me giggle. I like giggling. I like jiggling. Ella nodded thoughtfully to herself, feeling very wise. Her boobies grew to C-cups. She jiggled some more. She giggled some more.

A tightness around her hips distracted Ella from her tiddies. They were growing! She groaned as fabric and flesh tightened around them, too euphoric to feel pain. Sliding her hands from her waist to her hips made her squeal happily. She had such a sexy hourglass figure, she knew any girl worth her money would be jealous [and the boys would wanna hold me and squeeze me and fuck me raw]. Thighs thickening dramatically in response to her growth, she slapped her ass in impatience. Why won't it get bigger already!

But get bigger it did, swelling out in response to her touch. She fell forward as sheer pleasure blanketed her mind and weakened her knees. Squishing her boobies against the ground made her feel even nicer, until she was panting and moaning for somebody to help, to hit her again and make her bigger~

A slap landed on her booty, and she groaned in delight as it and her thighs swelled again. More. More! I NEED MORE! She moaned in ecstasy as blow after blow landed, making her swell and grow and grow and swell and feel so gooooood! Her tits inflated to D, then E-cups [good for the boys. I can jiggle so well for them~]. Her hips widened and thighs thickened, until she looked ridiculously large compared to her waist [ridicu... ridic... really, really sexy...] And her ass kept growing, and growing, and growing and growing and growing and growing! Tighter! Around my cock! Cock... I... oh~ Too... too... much! Too much! I'm~ I'm!

OooOOoOoOOooOoOoooOOOOOHHH~

Ella screamed in delight as she came, just cumming and cumming and cumming her tiny little brain out.

"Wisdom -1. IQ -1. Charisma +1. Charisma +1."

She was desperate, humping against the ground as the flow of cum abated from her cock. Everything she had been was flowing out of her messy stupid brain, and everything that she should be was coming in. Boys... Cock... Need fuck... Breed~ I'm such a dumb little cum slut~ She giggled to herself.

"Final adjustment required."

Ella stood up shakily, the bottom of her dress a cum-soaked mess. She squealed with delight as the mental fog settled even tighter and she felt an intense heat in her groin. She could see the tops of nipples trying to break free from her dress, and could feel the air drift over her ass, which had mostly escaped the fabric in her growth. So sexy. Hehe~ Boy can take me~ Don't even need dress off~ Thinking hard... Her ass and hips had pulled up so much fabric that her cock was visible now, deflating and still leaking from her orgasm, but she gasped in pleasure as it began rising up again. And, as she felt something long and hard brush her booty [cock? Boys? Fuck?].

A pressure like hands on her shoulders forced her to her knees, and she whimpered in desire as she felt an unseen cock touch her cheek. At the same time, something began intensely stimulating her own. She reflexively opened her mouth in a moan, but was cut off as she felt the cock shove inside [Feels~ Feels!].

All thought stopped.

Her mind was blank, full of pleasure and desire and happiness. Her cock felt good like it never had before, and the dick in her mouth tasted wonderful~ This was what Ella was made for, what she was meant to be. Feeling good, feeling sexy, feeling a pleasant emptiness that could only be filled with cock. Her haze reached a crescendo. Dimly she was aware of her own cries of ecstasy, muffled by the cock fucking her mouth and mind, as she came harder than she even had before. And as she came, her dick shrunk with each spurt until it went inside her [inside me!]. The cock withdrew from her mouth, filling her with a desperate longing. Emma moaned for her unseen hero, then gasped as she felt him once more. And blinked in surprise as the pretty meadow and her sexy reflection disappeared.

She was kneeling on the floor of an unfamiliar room. Shaking off a little of her confusion [don't need know much anyways...], she gasped as the tell-tale smell of pre-cum filled her nose. There was a man standing in front of her!

Sandy-blonde hair. Body like a surfer hunk! Naked. With a massive, sexy cock, dripping with her saliva and it's own juices. Ella moaned in desire, falling on all fours. Visibly trembling with lust, he tenderly cupped her cheek and slowly moved behind her.

Touching her with his [cock!].

Ever so gently, on the edge of her [...pussy!!!!]

He rammed inside her, and she screamed as an absolute feeling of rightness, of sexiness and pleasure and single-minded happiness rushed through her [MORE! HARDER! COCKKKK~]. Riding his dick she felt herself go into a trance, with nothing, absolutely nothing, disturbing her feelings. Ever. This was right. Ella moaned and surrendered to herself, drifting away on her lover's cock and mindless pleasure.

#hypnosis #tgtf #brain drain #breast expansion #hip expansion #ass expansion #hypnok1nk #bimboification #expansion #ally's kinks

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robfinancialtip · 1 year ago

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In this informative video, Kaaren Thompson from Karma Dog Speak shares her experience with the Halo 3 Collar, a groundbreaking innovation in the world of pet technology. As a seasoned user of the Halo Collar, Kaaren provides a comprehensive Halo Collar review, shedding light on the collar's impressive features and enhancements.

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askgildaseniors · 5 months ago

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Learn how to teach your dog to drop it with this comprehensive dog training video! Discover step-by-step instructions on how to train your dog to drop it using positive reinforcement techniques. Whether you're working with a puppy or an adult dog, mastering the drop it command is essential for obedience training and ensuring your dog's safety. Watch as professional dog trainer Brett Endes demonstrates puppy training 101 tips and tricks, including how to use a tug toy effectively. Brett covers everything from dog training tips to professional insights on how to teach your dog to let go and improve their overall obedience. Perfect for anyone interested in puppy training or seeking dog training drop it command guidance. Start training your dog today and add the drop it command to your training toolbox!

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ieatmoonrocks · 7 months ago

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MHA DR-Self Hero Profile

(I'm not an artist but I tried ;~; )

Hero Name: Impulse

Considering MHA's fantastical laws of physics and such, I'm taking some liberties here, I know EMP's don't necessarily work this way :)

Quirk: Electro-Magnetic Pulse (EMP)

I can use and manipulate EMP’s to affect anything that can use or run on electricity to my will. At some point I learn to control biological tissue by manipulating electrical signals in the cells. I can do anything from diagnosing issues in electronics to accessing any information (even the most confidential) as long as it’s on the device or connected to the internet in any way. Firewalls and encryption can take a bit longer to navigate through, but in general are no issue. No trace is left behind; my activities cannot be traced, even if I pull up the information on a computer for others to see. I can interface with tech and view everything in my head, so battery usage in devices is minimal due to there being no need for screens or physical input. Outside electrical sources are not needed to manipulate most objects.

Skills:

Some of these skills are gained and perfected in my time at UA.

Parkour:

Agility and Speed: Enhances my ability to move rapidly through urban environments, chase villains, or reach areas inaccessible by conventional means.

Escape and Evasion: Allows me to evade capture or dangerous situations.

Rescue Operations: Facilitates swift navigation in disaster zones.

Skateboarding: Translates into Hoverboard use

Quick Transportation: Provides a fast and agile mode of transportation, allowing me to cover ground quickly.

Enhanced Maneuverability: Helps me perform sharp turns and evasive maneuvers during pursuits or escapes.

Combat Utility: The board can be used as a tool in combat, either as a weapon or a shield.

Krav Maga:

Self-Defense: Equips me with practical combat skills to neutralize threats quickly and effectively.

Close-Combat Proficiency: Enhances my ability to handle hand-to-hand combat situations.

Situational Awareness: Trains me to remain vigilant and responsive to immediate threats.

Electronics and Programming:

Tech Control: Allows me to interface with and control technology.

Hacking: Enables me to hack into security systems, disable electronic traps, or access critical information.

Repair and Modification: Equips me with the skills to repair damaged tech or modify devices on the fly.

Cybersecurity:

Counter-Hacking: Allows me to defend against cyber-attacks from villains.

Data Protection: Ensures the safety of personal and mission-related data.

Tech Defense: Helps me implement security measures on their own devices.

Neurobiology:

Safe Manipulation: Enables me to manipulate biological electrical signals safely.

Medical Assistance: Provides the knowledge to offer medical aid, such as stabilizing heartbeats or alleviating pain.

Enhanced Strategy: Offers insight into how opponents' nervous systems function, aiding in the development of effective, non-lethal combat strategies.

Tactical Thinking and Strategy:

Mission Planning: Helps me develop effective plans for complex missions.

Adaptability: Equips me to adjust strategies quickly in response to changing conditions or unexpected challenges.

Team Coordination: Enhances my ability to work with and lead teams, coordinating actions and resources.

Leadership and Communication:

Team Leadership: Prepares me to lead teams of other heroes or rescue personnel, making critical decisions under pressure.

Public Interaction: Equips me to communicate with the public, media, and authorities.

Conflict Resolution: Enhances my ability to de-escalate situations and resolve conflicts peacefully when possible.

First Aid and Emergency Response:

Medical Assistance: Allows me to provide critical care in the field, stabilizing injured individuals until they can receive professional treatment.

Disaster Response: Equips me to manage disaster scenarios, providing aid, organizing evacuations, and ensuring public safety.

Self-Care: Enables me to tend to my own injuries during missions.

Support Items:

Smart Visor:

Augmented Reality Interface: Displays real-time information overlay, including maps, data streams, and tactical readouts, directly in the user’s field of vision.

Enhanced Vision Modes: Includes night vision, thermal imaging, and x-ray vision.

Universal Integration: Can connect to any electronic device or network within range.

Communication Hub: Functions as a secure communication device.

Mental Command: Responds to mental commands for hands-free operation.

Insulation: Protects against electronic surges.

Retractable Smart Wires:

Grappling hooks: Equipped with small yet extremely strong and durable grappling hooks that can latch on to most surfaces, or grip to self when wire is wrapped around an object.

Electric Conductivity: Can channel the user's EMP directly through the cables.

Durable and Flexible: Made from a thin high-strength, flexible material that can withstand extreme conditions and physical stress. Made from a Material that while remaining flexible, does not tangle with itself.

Automatic Retraction: Retracts into a compact, portable spool when not in use.

Variable Length: Length can be adjusted as needed, extending up to several yards.

Collapsible Hoverboard:

Folding Mechanism: Folds down from the size of a skateboard deck into a compact, pocket sized form.

Electric Propulsion: Uses a high-efficiency electromagnetic propulsion system for smooth and silent movement, easily controlled by the user’s quirk.

Remote Summoning: Can be summoned to the user’s location.

Stability and Control: Features advanced gyroscopic stabilization for smooth rides over various terrains.

Speed and Maneuverability: Capable of high speeds and sharp turns.

Pocket Tech:

Micro Bugs

Micro Cameras

Micro Drones

Mini Bombs

Costume:

Sneakers:

Shock-Absorbing Soles: Provides superior cushioning to absorb impact during high-speed movements and long jumps.

Conductive Fabric: Allows me to channel EMP.

Magnetic Traction Pads: Ensures superior grip on the hoverboard, maintaining stability.

Lightweight and Breathable: Keeps the feet cool and dry, enhancing comfort and reducing fatigue during long missions.

Reinforced Toe and Heel Caps: Provides extra protection against impacts and enhances durability.

Socks:

Conductive Fibers: Allows me to channel EMP.

Moisture-Wicking Fabric: Keeps feet dry and comfortable.

Compression Zones: Provides targeted compression to support key areas of the foot and ankle, improving blood circulation and reducing fatigue.

Shock-Absorbing Padding: Enhances comfort by absorbing impact and reducing stress on the feet.

Antimicrobial Treatment: Prevents the growth of odor-causing bacteria, keeping the socks fresh and hygienic.

Seamless Construction: Reduces friction and prevents blisters.

Thermoregulatory Properties: Keeps feet warm in cold conditions and cool in hot conditions.

Reinforced Arch Support: Provides additional support to the arch, enhancing stability and reducing the risk of injuries.

Pants:

Durable Fabric: Provides protection against wear and tear.

Conductive Threading: Allows me to channel EMP.

Moisture-Wicking and Breathable: Keeps me cool and dry.

Reinforced Knees and Seat: Provides extra durability and protection.

Flexible: Ensures a comfortable fit that adapts to my movements, providing flexibility and reducing restrictions.

Multiple Pockets: Provides ample storage space for tools, gadgets, and personal items.

Thermoregulatory Properties: Keeps me warm in cold conditions and cool in hot conditions.

Harness:

Durable Material: Ensures the harness can withstand the rigors of combat and daily use.

Ergonomic Design: Provides comfort and support during prolonged wear, distributing weight evenly.

Adjustable Fit: Provides a customizable fit, ensuring the harness stays secure and comfortable.

Attachment Points: Allows me to attach additional gear, tools, or accessories.

Quick-Release Buckles: Ensures the harness can be easily and quickly donned or doffed.

Integrated Power Conduits: Allows me to channel EMP, enhancing my ability to manipulate the smart cables.

Reflective and High-Visibility Elements: Increases visibility in low-light conditions, ensuring I can be seen by allies and avoid hazards.

Shirt:

Conductive Fabric: Allows me to channel EMP.

Moisture-Wicking and Breathable: Keeps me cool and dry.

Compression Zones: Provides support to key muscle groups, improving blood circulation and reducing muscle fatigue.

Reinforced Seams: Enhances durability and prevents tearing.

Thermoregulatory Properties: Keeps me warm in cold conditions and cool in hot conditions.

Flexible and Stretchable: Ensures a snug fit that moves with my body, providing full range of motion and reducing restrictions.

Antimicrobial Treatment: Prevents the growth of odor-causing bacteria, keeping the shirt fresh and hygienic.

Gloves:

Conductive Fabric: Allows me to channel EMP.

Ergonomic Design: Provides a natural fit that reduces hand fatigue and enhances dexterity.

Reinforced Palms and Fingers: Offers extra protection against abrasion and impact.

Touchscreen Compatibility: Allows me to interact with touchscreen devices if needed.

Breathable and Moisture-Wicking: Keeps hands cool and dry by allowing sweat to evaporate quickly.

Adjustable Wrist Straps: Provides a secure fit, ensuring the gloves stay in place.

Shock-Absorbing Padding: Reduces impact and vibration, protecting the hands.

Antimicrobial Treatment: Prevents the growth of odor-causing bacteria, keeping the gloves fresh and hygienic.

Jacket:

Insulated Fabric: Provides superior warmth without adding bulk.

Waterproof and Windproof Outer Layer: Protects against rain, snow, and wind.

Conductive Threading: Allows me to channel EMP.

Heated Panels: Integrated heating elements providing adjustable warmth on demand.

Breathable and Moisture-Wicking: Keeps me dry and comfortable by drawing sweat away from the skin.

Adjustable Hood: Provides additional warmth and protection, and can be removed when not needed.

Multiple Pockets: Provides ample storage space for tools, gadgets, and personal items.

Reinforced Seams and Elbows: Enhances durability and provides extra protection in high-stress areas.

Reflective Elements: Increases visibility in low-light conditions, ensuring I can be seen by allies and avoid hazards.

Stealth Version:

Light-Absorbing Fabric: Reduces visibility by minimizing light reflection.

Sound-Dampening Fabric: Reduces noise generated by movement.

Minimalistic Design: Reduces the risk of snagging or catching on obstacles, ensuring smooth and silent movement.

Hood and Mask: Provides additional concealment.

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New technology provides electrifying insights into how catalysts work at the atomic level

A team led by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has invented a technique to study electrochemical processes at the atomic level with unprecedented resolution and used it to gain new insights into a popular catalyst material. Electrochemical reactions—chemical transformations that are caused by or accompanied by the flow of electric currents—are the basis of batteries, fuel cells, electrolysis, and solar-powered fuel generation, among other technologies. They also drive biological processes such as photosynthesis and occur under the Earth's surface in the formation and breakdown of metal ores. The scientists have developed a cell—a small enclosed chamber that can hold all the components of an electrochemical reaction—that can be paired with transmission electron microscopy (TEM) to generate precise views of a reaction at an atomic scale. Better yet, their device, which they call a polymer liquid cell (PLC), can be frozen to stop the reaction at specific timepoints, so scientists can observe composition changes at each stage of a reaction with other characterization tools.

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The Scottish engineer James Blyth died on May 15th 1906 in Glasgow.

Another innovative Scot, Blyth gave the world the First Electricity Generated Wind Turbine

Us Scots have always been innovators, wind turbines are popping up all over but when Kincardineshire man James Blyth invented a turbine to light his holiday home in Marykirk and offered to light the village street it was the work of the devil.

James Blythe was described as “a true man of science…one who by insight, patient toil, and mechanical ingenuity did much in his day to explain and illustrate many of the facts of physical science."

Born in April 1839 in Marykirk, Kincardineshire, Blyth was educated at the local Parish school and Montrose Academy before winning a scholarship to the General Assembly Normal School in Edinburgh. After obtaining a BA from the University of Edinburgh, he taught mathematics at Morrison’s academy in Crieff.

After obtaining his MA in 1871, Blyth was appointed Freeland Professor of Natural Philosophy at Anderson’s College in 1880 (now the University of Strathclyde), where he began a research program on the use of wind power for electricity generation and storage. This research culminated in the installation of a cloth-sailed, horizontal wind turbine (as opposed to the now more common vertical wind turbine) at his Marykirk holiday cottage in July 1887.

This was several months before the American Charles F. Brush installed what many mistakenly believe to be the first wind turbine, though Brush’s was considerably larger and included the useful safety feature of an automatic brake to prevent damage in high winds. Blyth’s design was 33 ft in diameter and stored the electricity generated in ‘accumulators’, otherwise known as batteries.

After a lack of success offering his surplus electricity to local villagers, who branded electricity 'the work of the devil’, Blyth was able to install a larger, much-improved version of his wind turbine at the Montrose Lunatic Asylum, Infirmary and Dispensary, where it ran successfully for 30 years.

In 1891 Blyth presented a paper to the Royal Society of Edinburgh espousing his belief in the benefits of renewable energy sources, particularly wind but also wave energy.

Blyth received an honorary doctorate from the University of Glasgow in 1900 and died on this day in 1906. After the turbine at Montrose Asylum was dismantled in 1914, there would not be another public utility wind turbine in Britain until 1951. However, his legacy today is an important one, as his old college, the University of Strathclyde, conducts world-leading research into wind turbine technology and Scotland seeks to become a world leader in wind energy generation.

So that’s another first for Scotland, the wind turbine.

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thelostgirl21 · 1 year ago

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Gotta love when people tell me sapioromantism/sapiosexuality isn't real...

While at the same time acknowledging that demiromantism/demisexuality exists.

So... You're telling me it's okay to be exclusively able to romantically fall in love with/be sexually turned on by an emotional bond you share with someone.

But you can't frakking be exclusively able to romantically fall in love with/be sexually turned on by an intellectual one?!?!?!

I mean I'm a frakking demisexual (not sapiosexual), and you've got zero problem convincing me sapiosexuality is real!

I feel a sexual rush SPECIFICALLY over the way I am emotionally relating with another person (regardless of the type of emotional relation), for frak's sake!

Imagining how it must feel to want to fuck someone over the way our brains work/connect together is super easy, barely an inconvenience! How is that not real?!?!?!

For the romantic aspect, all I've got to do is replace "wanting to fuck someone" by "having a crush on them", and voilà! Sapioromantism!

And yeah, I know that it's often phrased as "being attracted to highly intelligent people", but that's like saying that demi is "being attracted to highly loving people".

Guys, the way we perceive intelligence and emotions is a very intimate phenomenon. And I personally find friendships as sexually attractive as romances.

I've never been more likely to want to fuck a person I've got romantic feelings for, than I've been likely to want to fuck someone I've got platonic or alterous feelings for.

But I need to emotionally connect.

And there are many different types of intelligence a human being can express that makes them romantically or sexually attractive.

Emotional intelligence, spatial intelligence, musical intelligence, logical intelligence...

It's much harder to quantify intelligence than it is to qualify it, and sapiosexuals do have intelligence preferences.

On the TV show "The Witcher", sapioromantic Jaskier appears to have a romantic preference for (or be strongly romantically attracted to, at least) emotional intelligence and insightfulness, if you're wondering how sapioromantic attraction might look like.

I'm actually exclusively sexually attracted to people that gives off what I call a "geeky vibe". You know, that look like they tend to get really passionate about a specific subject/discipline they deeply enjoy (videogames, movies, series, science, music theory, rocks... Whatever it is!) and "geek out" about it on a regular basis.

My partner is insanely into electric cars technology, and each time he starts talking about it, the research that's being done on recycling batteries, etc., he goes from a usually introverted personality to really animated, passionate, and expressive one; his eyes get that light and happiness to them, his skin gets slightly flushed, there's a unique musicality to the verbal flow of his words, etc.

He's also a D&D player, and that's insanely hot to me (although I've never personally played D&D)!

Seriously, do yourself a favor, and watch a bunch of people play D&D together. If they're really into their characters, their quests, and have a good DM, it's pure geek porn!

Those are huge turn ons! You want to have sex tonight? Get your geek on, babe! That's what I'm talking about!

I don't care whatever gender you have, as long as you're a geek!

That's what I'm sexually into. Geeks. Not men, women, or people outside the binary. Geeks.

Actually, if "geekiness" is considered as a form of intelligence, perhaps I could be considered somewhere on the whole sapiosexual spectrum (I just can't say specifically what type of intellect geeks display that triggers the attraction), too!

Because developing an emotional bond with a non-geek fails to trigger any sense of sexual attraction.

I need to find you aesthetically attractive (let's face it, demi-pansexuals can be as "shallow", when it comes to being attracted to someone's looks as people from any other sexual orientations. There's just a secondary delay for us to get there), feel those "geeky vibes" emanating from you, and be emotionally bonded to you based on high levels of trust (specifically), in order to find you sexually attractive.

Those are the mains patterns I've noticed are a constant for me.

So yeah... Sapioromantism and sapiosexuality not being real? Get out!

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Lenovo Best 5 Gaming Laptop Reviews and Buying Guide

When it comes to gaming laptops, Lenovo is a trusted name that consistently delivers high-quality devices. With a solid range of models designed for gamers of all levels, Lenovo has earned its place among the top contenders in the gaming laptop market. In this blog post, we will review the Lenovo Best 5 Gaming Laptop options, provide insights on their features, performance, and offer a comprehensive buying guide to help you make the best decision.

1. Lenovo Legion 5 Pro

The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro stands out as one of the best gaming laptops in Lenovo's lineup. With its sleek design, powerful performance, and immersive display, this laptop delivers everything a gamer needs.

Performance

Equipped with the latest AMD Ryzen 7 5800H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics, the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro handles demanding games with ease. Whether you're playing graphically intense titles or multitasking, this laptop ensures smooth gameplay and high frame rates. The 16GB of RAM ensures excellent multitasking capabilities, while the 512GB SSD offers fast loading times and plenty of storage for your games and media.

Display and Design

The 16-inch QHD display with a 165Hz refresh rate offers stunning visuals and sharp details. The 16:10 aspect ratio adds extra vertical space, which is perfect for both gaming and productivity tasks. Additionally, the Legion 5 Pro’s design features a sleek, minimalistic aesthetic that looks great in any setup. The backlit keyboard with RGB lighting adds a touch of style and enhances your gaming experience.

Battery Life and Cooling

With up to 8 hours of battery life under normal use, the Legion 5 Pro is a reliable companion for long gaming sessions. The advanced cooling system, known as Coldfront 3.0, ensures that the laptop remains cool and quiet even during the most intense gaming sessions.

2. Lenovo Legion 7i

For gamers looking for a more premium option, the Lenovo Legion 7i is an exceptional choice. Combining cutting-edge performance, a stunning display, and a sleek design, this laptop is ideal for those who demand the best.

Performance

The Legion 7i features the latest Intel Core i7-10870H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics. Whether you're playing the latest AAA titles or engaging in competitive esports, this laptop delivers outstanding performance. The 16GB of RAM ensures smooth multitasking, and the 1TB SSD provides ample storage for all your gaming needs.

Display and Design

The 15.6-inch Full HD display boasts a 165Hz refresh rate and a 3ms response time, ensuring fluid visuals and rapid responsiveness. The Legion 7i also includes Dolby Vision HDR support, providing vivid colors and deeper contrast for an immersive gaming experience. The laptop's premium aluminum chassis is both sturdy and stylish, giving it a sleek and high-end feel.

Battery Life and Cooling

With a battery life of up to 7 hours, the Legion 7i offers solid longevity for gaming and general use. Lenovo’s advanced Legion Coldfront 2.0 thermal technology keeps the laptop cool and quiet, even during the most demanding gaming sessions. This system ensures consistent performance without thermal throttling.

3. Lenovo Legion 5i

The Lenovo Legion 5i is a more affordable yet powerful option for gamers who want solid performance without breaking the bank. It strikes a great balance between price and performance, making it a popular choice among budget-conscious gamers.

Performance

Powered by the Intel Core i7-10750H processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics, the Lenovo Legion 5i offers great gaming performance. Although it doesn’t offer the same level of graphical performance as the more expensive models, it still runs modern games at high settings with smooth frame rates. With 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, this laptop provides a solid gaming experience for most users.

Display and Design

The Legion 5i features a 15.6-inch Full HD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. While not as high as the 165Hz displays in the higher-end models, it still offers a smooth and responsive gaming experience. The design is sleek and professional, with a clean, matte finish. The keyboard has a backlight, but it’s not RGB like the higher-end models.

Battery Life and Cooling

The battery life on the Legion 5i is good, with up to 6 hours of use on a single charge. The cooling system is effective at keeping temperatures in check, and the laptop runs quietly, even under load. This is ideal for gamers who want a balance between performance and quiet operation.

4. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

While not traditionally considered a gaming laptop, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 offers impressive performance that makes it a strong contender in the gaming world. With its premium build quality and powerful internals, this laptop can handle gaming with ease.

Performance

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 is powered by the Intel Core i9-11950H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 graphics. This combination offers incredible performance for gaming, video editing, and other demanding tasks. The 32GB of RAM and 1TB SSD ensure that the laptop handles multitasking and storage with ease.

Display and Design

This laptop features a 16-inch 4K UHD+ display with Dolby Vision HDR, which offers stunning visuals with exceptional color accuracy. While it’s not a 165Hz gaming display, it’s more than capable of running most games at high settings. The X1 Extreme is housed in a sturdy, lightweight carbon fiber body, which gives it a premium, business-class feel.

Battery Life and Cooling

The battery life on the ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 is impressive, with up to 10 hours of use on a single charge. This is significantly higher than most gaming laptops. The cooling system is quiet and efficient, keeping the laptop’s temperatures under control during extended use.

5. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3

The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is a great entry-level gaming laptop that offers solid performance for a more affordable price. It's an excellent choice for gamers who are just starting and want a budget-friendly yet capable machine.

Performance

The IdeaPad Gaming 3 is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 5600H processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics. While it won’t deliver the highest frame rates in graphically demanding games, it still provides an enjoyable gaming experience at medium to high settings. With 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, the laptop offers decent performance for most casual gamers.

Display and Design

The 15.6-inch Full HD display with a 120Hz refresh rate provides smooth gameplay. The design is simple and functional, with a clean aesthetic that doesn’t scream “gaming laptop.” The keyboard is backlit, offering a nice touch for late-night gaming sessions.

Battery Life and Cooling

With up to 8 hours of battery life, the IdeaPad Gaming 3 is one of the longer-lasting options in the budget gaming laptop category. The cooling system keeps temperatures manageable, but it’s not as advanced as the higher-end models.

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Buying Guide for Lenovo Best 5 Gaming Laptop

When purchasing a gaming laptop, there are several factors to consider. Here’s a quick guide to help you make an informed decision.

Performance

The performance of a gaming laptop is crucial for an enjoyable gaming experience. Look for laptops equipped with powerful processors, such as Intel Core i7 or i9, or AMD Ryzen 7. Additionally, choose laptops with dedicated graphics cards from NVIDIA (GeForce GTX or RTX) or AMD, as they will handle demanding games with ease.

Display

A high-refresh-rate display (120Hz or higher) is important for smooth and responsive gameplay. For a better experience, opt for a display with good color accuracy and HDR support. The screen size typically ranges from 15.6 to 16 inches, offering a balance between portability and immersion.

Battery Life

While gaming laptops are generally not known for their long battery life, choosing a laptop with good battery performance can be a game-changer for casual gamers who need portability. Look for laptops that offer at least 6-8 hours of use.

Cooling System

A strong cooling system is essential for maintaining performance during extended gaming sessions. Look for laptops with advanced cooling technologies, such as Lenovo's Coldfront system, to prevent thermal throttling and overheating.

Design and Build Quality

Gaming laptops are often bulky, but many models, including those from Lenovo, offer sleek designs without compromising performance. Consider the build quality and portability based on your preferences for gaming on the go.

Conclusion

Lenovo offers a diverse range of gaming laptops, each designed to meet the needs of different gamers. Whether you’re looking for high-end performance or a budget-friendly option, the Lenovo Best 5 Gaming Laptop lineup has something for everyone. The Lenovo Legion series offers premium performance, while the IdeaPad Gaming 3 is a great entry-level option. When making your choice, consider your specific gaming needs and preferences to find the perfect laptop for you.

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It’s actually crazy that Honda and Nissan are discussing merging because of how much they’re struggling in the EV market, when both of them were once at the forefront of the EV market.

They had the automotive market in their hands… but they listed to the Oil Industry’s dollars a little too hard, and look where it’s gotten them.

After learning from the limited-run, lease-only 1997 Honda EV Plus, in 1999 Honda released the first hybrid vehicle on American roads, the Honda Insight. That car still, today, holds the record for the most efficient internal combustion engine vehicle that the EPA has ever tested.

After the limited-run, lease-only 1997 Nissan Altra debuted, it became the first electric vehicle to utilize Lithium Ion batteries, a technology that makes the EV industry possible, these days. What Nissan learned from that compliance car is what allowed them to build the 2010 Nissan LEAF: The world’s first purchasable, affordably priced, AND mass produced electric passenger car with legacy automaker parts and dealership support. It was revolutionary, and it shocked a lot of the auto world, who didn’t think it was possible.

Then… they just gave up. They had unimaginable success in their hands, and then… they decided to shuffle their feet, and now here they are.

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spacetimewithstuartgary · 1 month ago

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NASA Mars Orbiter Spots Retired InSight Lander to Study Dust Movement

New images taken from space show how dust on and around InSight is changing over time — information that can help scientists learn more about the Red Planet.

NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) caught a glimpse of the agency’s retired InSight lander recently, documenting the accumulation of dust on the spacecraft’s solar panels. In the new image taken Oct. 23 by MRO’s High-Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE) camera, InSight’s solar panels have acquired the same reddish-brown hue as the rest of the planet.

After touching down in November 2018, the lander was the first to detect the Red Planet’s marsquakes, revealing details of the crust, mantle, and core in the process. Over the four years that the spacecraft collected science, engineers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California, which led the mission, used images from InSight’s cameras and MRO’s HiRISE to estimate how much dust was settling on the stationary lander’s solar panels, since dust affected its ability to generate power.

NASA retired InSight in December 2022, after the lander ran out of power and stopped communicating with Earth during its extended mission. But engineers continued listening for radio signals from the lander in case wind cleared enough dust from the spacecraft’s solar panels for its batteries to recharge. Having detected no changes over the past two years, NASA will stop listening for InSight at the end of this year.

Scientists requested the recent HiRISE image as a farewell to InSight, as well as to monitor how its landing site has changed over time.

“Even though we’re no longer hearing from InSight, it’s still teaching us about Mars,” said science team member Ingrid Daubar of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. “By monitoring how much dust collects on the surface — and how much gets vacuumed away by wind and dust devils — we learn more about the wind, dust cycle, and other processes that shape the planet.”

Dust Devils and Craters

Dust is a driving force across Mars, shaping both the atmosphere and landscape. Studying it helps scientists understand the planet and engineers prepare for future missions (solar-powered and otherwise), since dust can get into sensitive mechanical parts.

When InSight was still active, scientists matched MRO images of dust devil tracks winding across the landscape with data from the lander’s wind sensors, finding these whirling weather phenomena subside in the winter and pick up again in the summer.

The imagery also helped with the study of meteoroid impacts on the Martian surface. The more craters a region has, the older the surface there is. (This isn’t the case with Earth’s surface, which is constantly recycled as tectonic plates slide over one another.) The marks around these craters fade with time. Understanding how fast dust covers them helps to ascertain a crater’s age.

Another way to estimate how quickly craters fade has been studying the ring of blast marks left by InSight’s retrorocket thrusters during landing. Much more prominent in 2018, those dark marks are now returning to the red-brown color of the surrounding terrain.

HiRISE has captured many other spacecraft images, including those of NASA’s Perseverance and Curiosity rovers, which are still exploring Mars, as well as inactive missions, like the Spirit and Opportunity rovers and the Phoenix lander.

“It feels a little bittersweet to look at InSight now. It was a successful mission that produced lots of great science. Of course, it would have been nice if it kept going forever, but we knew that wouldn’t happen,” Daubar said.

More About MRO and InSight

The University of Arizona, in Tucson, operates HiRISE, which was built by Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp., in Boulder, Colorado. A division of Caltech in Pasadena, California, JPL manages the MRO project and managed InSight for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate, Washington.

The InSight mission was part of NASA’s Discovery Program, managed by the agency’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Lockheed Martin Space in Denver built the InSight spacecraft, including its cruise stage and lander, and supported spacecraft operations for the mission.

A number of European partners, including France’s Centre National d’Études Spatiales (CNES) and the German Aerospace Center (DLR), supported the InSight mission. CNES provided the Seismic Experiment for Interior Structure (SEIS) instrument to NASA, with the principal investigator at IPGP (Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris). Significant contributions for SEIS came from IPGP; the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research (MPS) in Germany; the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) in Switzerland; Imperial College London and Oxford University in the United Kingdom; and JPL. DLR provided the Heat Flow and Physical Properties Package (HP3) instrument, with significant contributions from the Space Research Center (CBK) of the Polish Academy of Sciences and Astronika in Poland. Spain’s Centro de Astrobiología (CAB) supplied the temperature and wind sensors.

IMAGE: Seen at the center of this image, NASA’s retired InSight Mars lander was captured by the agency’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter using its High-Resolution Imagine Science Experiment (HiRISE) camera on Oct. 23, 2024. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/University of Arizona

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The Best Smartwatches for Fitness in 2024

Smartwatches have become quintessential equipment for health fans, supplying a mixture of convenience, functionality, and current technology to monitor health and fitness metrics. Smartwatches can beautify your fitness journey from monitoring coronary heart rate to guiding workout routines or even monitoring sleep. Here’s an in-depth guide to the great health-focused smartwatches to be had nowadays.

Best Smart Watches For Fitness

Apple Watch Series 9: Best Overall Fitness Smartwatch

The Apple Watch Series 9 continues to dominate the health smartwatch category with its seamless integration of fitness and lifestyle features.

Key Features:

Advanced Health Tracking: Continuous heart rate monitoring, ECG abilities, and blood oxygen degree tracking.

Workout Modes: Over 100 workout modes, which include jogging, cycling, swimming, and yoga.

Precision Tracking: The twin-frequency GPS guarantees correct direction tracking for outside activities.

Seamless Integration: Pairs perfectly with Apple’s Fitness+ provider, presenting guided exercises with real-time metrics displayed on your watch.

Why It’s Great

The Apple Watch Series Nine isn’t pretty much healthy; it’s a properly-rounded smartwatch with a top-class design, vibrant display, and smart assistant integration. It’s first-rate acceptable for iPhone users who want a combination of health monitoring and everyday functionality.

Garmin Forerunner 265: Best for Runners

Garmin is synonymous with health monitoring, and the Forerunner 265 exemplifies why it’s a fave among athletes, specifically runners.

Key Features:

Performance Metrics: Tracks VO2 max, cadence, stride period, and healing time.

Training Insights: Offers personalized workout guidelines and education plans based on your fitness desires.

Battery Life: Up to fifteen days in smartwatch mode and 30 hours in GPS mode.

Durability: Designed to withstand rigorous outdoor conditions with water resistance as much as 50 meters.

Why It’s Great:

The Forerunner 265 is perfect for runners who need certain metrics and robust tracking abilities. It’s also compatible with third-birthday party apps like Strava and TrainingPeaks, making it a versatile desire for serious athletes.

Fitbit Sense 2: Best for Holistic Health Tracking

Fitbit has continually been a leader in health-focused wearables, and the Sense 2 is their maximum superior presentation yet.

Key Features:

Stress Management: An EDA sensor measures strain ranges and offers guided respiratory sports.

Health Metrics Dashboard: Tracks coronary heart price variability, skin temperature, and oxygen saturation.

Sleep Tracking: Provides specified insights into sleep ranges and offers a Sleep Score.

Long Battery Life: Lasts up to six days on a single charge.

Why It’s Great:

The Fitbit Sense 2 is right for folks who want to be aware of average fitness and health as opposed to simply fitness. Its intuitive interface and specific insights make it a fantastic associate for beginners and fitness enthusiasts alike.

Samsung Galaxy Watch6: Best for Android Users

Samsung’s Galaxy Watch6 moves stability between fashion, fitness, and technology, making it a top choice for Android users.

Key Features:

Comprehensive Fitness Tracking: Includes heart charge tracking, body composition evaluation, and automated workout detection.

Enhanced Sleep Coaching: Provides personalized insights and guidelines to enhance sleep first-rate.

Durable Design: Features Gorilla Glass DX and a waterproof construct.

Smart Integration: Works seamlessly with Android phones and integrates with Samsung Health.

Why It’s Great:

The Galaxy Watch6 gives a sleek design with sturdy health monitoring functions. It’s especially properly-suited for Android customers looking for an all-in-one smartwatch.

Polar Grit X Pro: Best for Outdoor Adventurers

The Polar Grit X Pro is designed for outdoor fanatics who want a rugged and dependable smartwatch.

Key Features:

Navigation Tools: Offers turn-by using turn steering, altitude tracking, and direction planning.

Military-Grade Durability: Resistant to excessive temperatures, humidity, and drops.

Outdoor-Specific Metrics: Tracks hill splits, strength expenditure, and weather situations.

Long Battery Life: Up to 40 hours in GPS mode and 7 days in ordinary use.

Why It’s Great:

For hikers, climbers, and adventurers, the Polar Grit X Pro is a dependable accomplice that provides all the information you need in hard environments.

WHOOP four.Zero: Best for Recovery and Performance Optimization

WHOOP takes a completely unique technique to fitness tracking by specializing in restoration and performance instead of interest monitoring.

Key Features:

Recovery Metrics: Analyzes sleep, heart rate variability, and pressure to provide daily readiness scores.

24/7 Wearable: Lightweight layout and not using a display, that specializes in information over distractions.

Monthly Subscription: Includes access to WHOOP’s detailed analytics and community challenges.

Why It’s Great:

The WHOOP four. Zero is good for athletes and health fanatics who prioritize healing and overall performance. Its unique subscription version ensures access to particular insights and a supportive community.

Coros Pace three: Best Budget Option for Athletes

Coros has quick turn out to be a favorite amongst athletes for presenting superb health trackers at competitive prices.

Key Features:

Advanced Metrics: Tracks strolling energy, cadence, stride, and recuperation.

GPS Accuracy: Features multi-band GPS for particular tracking.

Battery Life: Lasts up to 24 days in ordinary mode and 38 hours in GPS mode.

Lightweight Design: Comfortable to wear during long workouts.

Why It’s Great:

The Coros Pace 3 is a splendid finances-friendly alternative for runners and athletes who need superior metrics with out breaking the financial institution.

Amazfit Bip 5: Best for Beginners

The Amazfit Bip Five combines affordability with essential health-tracking capabilities, making it an exquisite choice for novices.

Key Features:

Basic Tracking: Tracks steps, coronary heart charge, and sleep.

GPS Integration: Offers built-in GPS for outside sports.

Battery Life: Provides up to 10 days of use on a single rate.

Lightweight Design: Comfortable and easy to wear all day.

Why It’s Great:

For the ones new to fitness monitoring, the Amazfit Bip five is an first-rate start line. It’s less expensive, consumer-pleasant, and offers all of the fundamentals to kickstart a health journey.

Suunto nine Peak Pro: Best for Endurance Athletes

The Suunto 9 Peak Pro is designed with endurance athletes in mind, providing lengthy battery lifestyles and specific performance metrics.

Key Features:

Exceptional Battery Life: Up to a hundred and seventy hours in GPS mode.

Performance Metrics: Tracks coronary heart fee, altitude, and weather adjustments.

Rugged Design: Water-resistant up to a hundred meters with a swish yet durable build.

Training Tools: Offers personalized training guidance and development tracking.

Why It’s Great:

For triathletes, cyclists, and marathon runners, the Suunto 9 Peak Pro provides the durability and precision needed for long, grueling sessions.

Huawei Watch GT 4: Best Stylish Fitness Watch

The Huawei Watch GT 4 combines a fashion-ahead layout with complete health monitoring.

Key Features:

Health Monitoring: Tracks heart charge, SpO2, and strain ranges.

Activity Modes: Includes 100+ exercising modes, from conventional sports activities to recreational sports.

Battery Life: Lasts up to 14 days on a single fee.

Elegant Design: Features a premium end with customizable watch faces.

Why It’s Great:

The Huawei Watch GT 4 is best for folks who want a health tracker that doesn’t compromise on fashion. It’s specifically applicable to casual customers who price aesthetics and functionality.

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