#Emergency SOS iPhone 14

[girlactionfigure]

SHABBAT and YOM TOV 🔉🔉 ALERT 🔉🔉 INSTRUCTIONS for those in ISRAEL

✡️ Note Israel Realtime DOES NOT post updates on Shabbat or Holy-days (Israel time) UNLESS life threatening / saving. 

Chief Rabbinute instructions with COMMON SENSE additions

WITH THE IRAN ATTACK, WE RECEIVED APPROX. 30 MINUTES OF RUMORS AND THEN ABOUT 8 MINUTES OF WARNING TO GET TO SHELTER, FOR A POSSIBLE EXTENDED TIME - for an immediate life risk.  If one of those rockets hit nearby, people would be killed.

YOU MUST, due to risk of life, HAVE WAYS TO GET THE WARNINGS on the holiday and Shabbat.

What we saw previously: IDF notice on TV / radio, then national emergency alert by cell phones (only), then area alerts by Red Alert methods (apps, sites, tv & radio).

Here’s how to be sure to get those on Yom Tov - Shabbat…

🔉SILENT CHANNELS - Radio & TV stations go “silent broadcast” for Shabbat, ONLY alerts.  No TV or Radio?  STREAM IT on phone or computer.

.. or you can use an app on a phone or alert on computer via Homefront Command or Tzofar, but you ALSO need a way to hear verbal instructions (such as if everyone is told to stay home.). We recommend using a Silent Radio or Silent TV service AND an alert app or site.

➡️ SILENT RADIO - “Gal Sheket”

• Kol Chai radio - on radio 92.8, 93 and 102.5. -> stream -> https://www.93fm.co.il/radio/players/%d7%a9%d7%99%d7%93%d7%95%d7%a8-%d7%97%d7%99/

• Kol Barama Radio - on radio 92.1, 104.3, 105.7 and 107.6 -> stream -> https://kol-barama.co.il/live/

• Galei Israel - on radio 89.3, 94 and 106.5 --> stream -> https://www.rlive.co.il/station/galey-israel

➡️ SILENT TV -  Channel 14 - stream ->  https://www.now14.co.il/live/    (must turn off adblocker)  Ch. 14 also has android and iPhone apps, go to the app / play store and search for עכשיו 14.

⁉️ ENGLISH SILENT CHANNEL - is there a silent channel in English?  No.

➡️ ALERTS VIA COMPUTER - leave a computer open to https://www.tzevaadom.co.il/en/ or https://www.oref.org.il/en (this one only in Israel) - alerts will display and sound on the screen. Turn OFF screen saver, sleep and hibernate so the computer doesn’t turn off.

➡️ ALERTS VIA PHONE APP - leave on phone with red alert app.  Set app to YOUR area so it only alerts for your area.  We suggest Tzofar Red Alert or Homefront Command - available in Play Store and App Store.  IF an alert goes off for your area CLICK THE PHONE TO VERIFY ALERT TYPE - to see if infiltration!   Yes, check on Shabbat - this is Pikuach Nefesh!  Charge phone fully before Shabbat.

It is a mitzvah to take actions to protect and save and preserve life on Shabbat, not a violation.  But ONLY actions which do so.

[holohedral]

sorry if this has been asked before but what camera do you use? your photography is one of my favorites on here ♡

hi :) thank u so much

i use a few different ones

- 2008 model canon powershot sd790 IS, i try to organize these with my digicam tag. i have actually been using this camera since then, aside from an emergency replacement last year. i love it, you can get it for like $80 on ebay, no notes.

- i have a panasonic lumix gx85 m43 camera body with a few different lenses, but the one i use most often and post with on here is an olympus m.zuiko 17mm f/1.8 fixed lens. it’s a little pricey but it has the most beautiful soft focus of light. i really like to record scenes in video and then use stills from them for a more lived in effect. i do the same with the digicam and the exports barely need edited they are so cool

- i don’t use or post film very often but i do like to use fujifilm disposable cameras and i have an instax for the occasional instant polaroid type, those may be on here

- i also use my phone for a lot tbh, i have an iphone 14 pro

then for editing i mostly use lightroom, desktop and app, but honestly i do like the native photo app editor too

[mariacallous]

Out of sight, out of mind. That’s the fate of global shipping, even though all of us depend on it for our daily supplies. Everything from bananas to toilet paper to iPhones travels by sea at some point. But we only pay attention when something goes wrong, whether that happens in the Red Sea, the Suez Canal—or underneath what used to be Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. This week’s accident, which occurred when the container ship Dali lost power and headed straight into a support pillar, has delivered a reminder of the sheer overlooked scale of the shipping industry—and how unprepared many systems are to handle it.

Part of this is the massive size of today’s container vessels themselves. A few minutes before 1:30 a.m. on March 26, the Singapore-flagged container Dali issued a mayday call, which allowed construction workers on the Key Bridge to get a few cars to turn around. Down below, the Dali appeared to have engine problems; camera footage shows its lights flickering before smoke emerges and it hits the support pillar. Within seconds, the bridge collapses into the water. Some of it collapses onto the Dali, too, and with the bridge, cars plunge into the water. At the time of writing, six people are unaccounted for and presumed dead.

Now lots of ordinary citizens around the world are discovering marine websites such as vesselfinder.com and marinetraffic.com, which track merchant vessels. They will have learned that the Dali has a gross tonnage of 95,128 tons, a summer deadweight of 116,851 tons, and that it’s 300 meters (nearly 1,000 feet) long.

When it struck the Key Bridge, the Dali had 4,679 TEU (20-foot-long shipping containers) onboard and was crewed by 22 Indian seafarers, who had been joined by two pilots from Baltimore. Merchant vessels are predominantly crewed by relatively tiny staffs that are usually made up of people from India, the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Russia, and Eastern European countries. Indeed, it has been decades since it was common for Western Europeans and Americans to go to sea. Today’s seafarers are skilled, but they do hard and lonely work with long absences from home—and when disaster strikes, shipping can be extremely dangerous. Earlier this month, a Houthi attack in the Red Sea cost the lives of three seafarers—two Filipinos and one Vietnamese.

All this is in service of the goods that make our lives so convenient—and which require a vast and largely invisible ocean network to support.

Just consider the arrivals, off-loading, loading, and departures at the Port of Rotterdam, which is merely the world’s 10-busiest container port. Last year, Rotterdam handled 13.4 million TEU at its 14 terminals. That’s 36,712 TEU every day of the year. In the afternoon on March 26, 149 ocean-going ships were docked in Rotterdam, where cargo containers were being offloaded and new ones added. Another 132 were about to arrive, and another 161 had just departed. The expected arrivals included the Ever Living, a sister to the ill-fated Ever Given, of Suez Canal fame.

At a length of 335 meters (nearly 1,100 feet), width of 45 meters (145 feet), and with a deadweight of 104,653 tons, the Ever Living is almost as massive as the Ever Given. But only almost. With a capacity of nearly 10,000 TEU, it’s very similar to the Dali. The Ever Given, by contrast, has a capacity of just over 20,000 TEU, and it’s not even one of the world’s largest container ships.

Indeed, these days, the world’s fleet of ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs)—vessels of more than 14,500 TEU capacity—features a growing number of beasts that can transport 23,000 TEU and more. The MSC Irina, for example, can carry an astounding 24,346 TEU. Today, in fact, the Dali’s capacity of 10,000 makes it a midsize box ship. Compare that to container ships in 1972, when construction began on the Key Bridge: Back then, the largest container ship in the world had a capacity of a mere 2,984 TEU.

The shipping industry keeps making things more efficient—and thus more cost-effective and more attractive. It’s thanks to shipping that it has made so much sense to build a globalized economy: It’s so cheap to ship goods globally that people in wealthy nations can have them made elsewhere, transported across a few oceans, and still pay less than if they were made at home.

But the massive ships come with equally massive logistical demands. Ports have to be expanded to be able to receive and service them. The port service, for example, involves higher cranes with a wider reach: just imagine 24,000 containers stacked upward and sideways. The ports also need larger storage facilities to hold such vessels’ cargo until it’s picked up by trucks. The financial picture involving ULCVs is clear on the vessel-owner side, because buying a ULCV eventually pays off.

Ports are usually public-private partnerships, which means that investment often involves the taxpayer. The Port of Virginia in Norfolk, which the Dali had left just before its ill-fated call at the Port of Baltimore, has just allocated $1.4 billion to widen the port to make it accessible for two-way ULCV traffic. Norfolk is also currently being dredged to the tune of $450 million, after which it’s expected to have the deepest and widest channels on the east coast of the United States.

“This is a true advantage for anyone delivering to or from America,” said Stephen A. Edwards, the CEO and executive director of the Virginia Port Authority, in an interview with World Cargo News. “Our wider channel sets The Port of Virginia apart by allowing for consistent vessel flow, increasing berth and container yard efficiencies, and further improving harbor safety.” It’s a competitive marketplace, and lots of Chinese ports are already set up for ULCVs. Ports and countries that can’t afford ULCV-worthy expansion are out of luck.

And as the Dali has taught the world, accommodating large vessels is not just about ports. They traverse oceans, sail under bridges, and sail through canals. Imagine if the Ever Given or another ULCV were to strike a bridge. Even a sturdier bridge than the Key Bridge (which received a rating of “fair” during its most recent federal inspection) would struggle to withstand such a blow.

Such calamities happen very rarely. It would be extraordinarily expensive for cities and countries to strengthen bridges and other infrastructure that a massive container ship might hit. The Dali’s crew and pilots appear to have tried their hardest to steer the ship away from the Key Bridge when the power supply failed, and they issued a mayday call to alert authorities to the fact that the ship was approaching the bridge. This, though, is unlikely to be the last time that machines fail man.

Even as ships get bigger and bigger, with more and more sophisticated technology, the human brain and hands are an indispensable backup. Giving crews a few more tools with which to manually counteract technology may be the best way of avoiding another Key Bridge disaster.

Shipping—an industry that involves ratings, officers, stevedores, crane operators, ship managers, insurers, and many others—goes on delivering your favorite consumer goods around the clock. It remains a miracle that mishaps involving their floating fortresses occur so rarely.

[cherryfairytwist]

Ch14 RickRolled. RickFic

(tags: violence, gore, substance use)

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Astrid sat on her living room couch smoking a bowl while listening to her little radio one early Saturday afternoon. The muted Tv played a soap opera in the background with subtitles. Lounging quite comfortably, she began to pack another bowl when hearing the sound of Rick’s portal pop open. The smell of alcohol wafted in as he stepped into the room. 

“G-Good, you’re not busy.” He looked around the apartment as if expecting something, “We need to go! T-This is not a drill!” He demanded already in some type of mood.

“If it’s so important why don’t you ever call ahead?” She asked casually, barely acknowledging him. 

“Did you not just hear me-?!” He spat back ticked off, “D-do you even have a phone..?!” He asked with an annoyed sigh trying to hide his curiosity. 

“Also… it would be a great help if you compensated me for the car damage I got. You know- after cleaning up the spider mess a few days ago.” She tiredly muttered while pulling up her communicator. 

“Yeah yeah- W-We’ll talk about it later.” He brushed off, tapping his foot in annoyance. 

He eyed her waiting to find out what form of communication she had. She lazily held up her communicator to him with the screen on, waiting for him to plug his information in. He looked it over for a second quizzically while she lit another bowl and inhaled, watching him with squinted red eyes. 

“T-this is alien technology..! From the Zillaggian galaxy.. and it’s d-dated as hell…how old is this thing-? H-how did you even get t-this..?!” He squinted his eyes, glaring at her nonchalantness towards yet another obvious red flag of her identity. 

“Yeah… it’s old. I didn’t’ really know where it from. I’ve only heard of it. It…was a gift from an old friend of mine.” She replied casually not even paying attention to him as she watched the silent Tv.

Her ignoring Rick’s point made him stammer to himself, finding it hard to press her further. 

“G-Getting tired of lying and k-keeping up the act now have we?” He attempted half heartedly. 

Her eyes slowly looked back at him as she shrugged, “I haven’t been lying Rick. you’re just too nosey sometimes.” She said plainly before looking back at the TV.

He grumbled and quickly punched in some codes. He pulled up his watch to sync the two devices so that they were able to connect when either of them needed to contact the other. He shut off his watch and then it threw back to her on the couch with an aggressive flick of his wrist.

“Jesus that thing is a-ancient. It’s practically at earth’s iPhone standard..” he huffed. 

“What? You’re not going to try and hack it..? I’m surprised Rick…Not taking the opportunity seems very unlike you.” She rolled her head on the back of the couch to look at him, expressionless, almost goading him to try and complain more. 

“Sh-shut up! We have an emergency. D-don’t give me attitude right now.” He declared defensively. 

Astrid laughed and sat up to pack another bowl,

“Everything is an “emergency” with you Rick!” She mocked making air quotes with her fingers before she pulled the bowl up to her mouth again.

“Q-quit it! I’m serious.” Rick shouted at her as he stomped over to the couch  attempting to snatch the bowl and lighter from her hands. 

Astrid remained silent and unfazed watching him tower over her. 

“D-drop it! Let’s go..!” He grunted out trying to yank them away. 

She held tight to the items exerting a much stronger force than Rick had anticipated causing him to fall forward and almost onto her. He quickly braced himself with one knee against the couch causing it to land right between her thighs. One of his hands shot out to the back of the couch to stop himself from slamming heads with her. The other hand still held to the bowl tightly. He made eye contact, staring daggers, noticing amusement creep across her face. 

“W-what is with you today…?!” He mustered out being at a loss for words as his nerves wavered being so close to her.

“What’s with me? Shouldn’t I be the one having that reaction? Im not the one always breaking into other people’s apartments.” She said as the corners of her mouth curled upward. 

“Y-you should have said something about it before then!” He replied frustrated . 

“Like that would stop you.” She said rolling her eyes and inching her face ever so closer to his as if to challenge him. 

“O-oh and what about you Hu..?! I saw you poking around in my lab!” He bitched back, “Stay out of my stuff!” 

“Aww embraced I found your little stalker files on me?” She joked letting out a single breathy laugh. 

“No- I just saw what a f-fucking mess you left in m-my yard!” He breathed out still struggling to pull the item from her grasp. 

Rick attempted once more to pull the bowl but to no avail. Getting irritated she hadn’t moved a single inch he finally blurted out,

“Quit it! We need to go now…! T-the kids need help…!” His brow knit as he finally gave up on taking the bowl and let go. 

“Wait- what’s wrong..? The kids..?” Astrid said now sobering up immediately. 

Noticing her expression changed he then pulled her up off of the couch with him and adjusted his lab coat. 

“L-like I said. Let’s go!” He ordered while pulling out his portal gun and firing it off. 

Pulling her with him, they walked through, leading to a bright alien forest. The sky was an aqua shade and the trees and grass around them were a light lime green. The plants were all shaped much differently than the plants on earth, very jagged looking. Up a ways on a path was Rick’s ship parked hidden under one of the slouching lime colored willow like trees. She looked around wondering where the kids might be and turned to ask him as they walked towards the ship. Before she was able to get a word out, the sound of laser shots rang out from nearby. 

“O-oh FUCK!” Rick yelled out in pain as he fell over to the ground, clutching his stomach and leg from shot wounds.

Astrid reached out to help him but the ground underneath caved, causing him to fall into a spike pit below. Countless metal pikes empaled him through his chest, barely missing his throat or neck. Blood sprayed everywhere along the pit’s dark sides. Astrid barely avoiding slipping off the edge before catching her balance. 

“Rick!” Astrid shouted down at him hoping he could still respond. 

Only bloody gurgles came back as he looked up at her in shock. Sudden bolts of electricity surged out of the pikes electrocuting him senseless until he had gone limp. She whipped around to see what enemies they faced. Just in time she caught a glimpse of Galactic Federation looking bugs run off into the woods after the attack. Confirming their retreat, not having to worry about fire, she leaned over the edge of the pit and yelled down to Rick again.

“Rick h-hold on! Come- come on-! reach for my hand!” She struggled to reach for him without using her shifting abilities. 

He slowly blinked, clearly fading out of consciousness for a moment, weakly reaching up his hand to her. 

“R-Rick… stop playing around! Just use your whatever gadgets to fix yourself…!” She yelled at him frustratedly until she spotted his broke and impaled watch on a spike near by. 

Her eyebrows knit in realization the situation might actually be serious. 

“A-*awwgggghhh*” he gurgled out bloody spit  to clear his throat, “A-Astrid… pull me up..!” He wheezed out.

Astrid’s adrenaline rushed panicking that Rick seemed to be incapable of bouncing back from the damage. 

“O-okay-“ Astrid hopped over the side of the pit and slammed one of her fists into the pit’s wall to prop herself upright. Then using her upper body strength to prevent herself from falling, she outstretched her free arm to wrap around Rick’s waist. 

“EeerUHHG!” He winced feeling his injuries as she made contact. 

“Hold on!!” Astrid groaned as she used her arm strength to pull Rick off of the spikes. 

He continued to moan in agony as the spikes slipped out of him. 

C-come on old man…..! Y-you’re going to be fine-!” She continued to groan out while balancing his weight on her curled up leg freeing him from the trap. 

His moaning went silent and his body began to shake slightly. Astrid then used the same arm and free leg the hoist him up over the edge. After she knew he was placed safely she grabbed the edge and dislodged her other hand from the wall to crawl back out. Scanning the surroundings for any further threat, the complete silence started to sink in, quickly looking back to the maimed Rick. 

“Rick…? Rick….!!” She yelled at him, grabbing and shaking his suspiciously silent body on the ground, “Hey! W-wake up Rick!! RICK!! COME ON RICK-!” She felt her stomach start to drop before he let out a pitiful gasp.

“S-stop…. screaming- *cough* .” He wheezed out while shoving her hands away, not wanting to be shook. 

“Holy shit Rick- you-you have a clone or something back h-home right…? Y-your watch…”She still gripped his shoulders tightly starting to feel panic creep into her chest. 

His body had gone limp and the bleeding wasn’t stopping. The color in his already pale face was fading at an alarming rate. She felt disbelief, THE Rick Sanchez would be fine right…? He always had a plan. So why did this situation seem so intense? Was she just not used to Rick’s style of cycling through artificial bodies and dramatic temporary deaths? 

“And… the kids are used to this kind of thing..?” She attempted to joke to try and calm herself waiting for his response. 

“N-no… this is different-t-this time.” Rick groaned out in pain barely fluttering his eyes open to look up at her, blood drooling from his mouth. 

“Wait- w-what do you mean…?” She said softly feeling the pang of tears just behind her eyes, this situation reminded her of the time her handler had almost died back in the day. 

“My…. watch.. it’s broken. *HUUUAAAHUGGH*. “ he coughed up a splash of blood onto her top involuntarily, “I-I don’t k-know if my back up will register m-my consciousness if the watch has been broken…” he breathed shallowly and paused to catch his breath. 

“Y-you’re kidding right-?” A small tear escaped Astrid’s eye as she looked back down at him starting to feel helpless. 

“Listen….. keep it together. I need y-you to save the kids… i-if you can get them back I-in time we might be able to take the ship home- upload me t-to a clone.” His breathing started to soften a little seeming almost too calm. 

“Your portal gun…! What about that?! Just teleport home and I’ll get the kids-!” She insisted desperately trying to search through his lab coat. 

“I-it was knocked out of my hands… did you see w-where it went…?” He asked now starting to seem dazed from the lack of blood. 

“It’s-it’s right-“ Astrid whipped her head around to the pit, the gun lay at the bottom, broken and leaking portal fluid into the dirt. 

“Fuck…!” She breathed out shaky realizing Rick just might bite the dust right here and now. 

“It’s okay..! J-just get the kids and h-head back. G-grab the pills in my l-left pocket…!” He fought to stay awake.

Astrid grabbed the pills and presented them to him with wide eyes wanting to understand how they could help. She then propped him back up to help him speak better. 

“G-give me three. It’ll stop my bleeding for a while… but you’ll need to hurry.” He gasped out once before opening his mouth to receive them. 

She quickly complied popping them into his mouth. He then choked them down furrowing his brow and hacking to clear his airways. 

“I’m about t-to pass out- don’t freak out. I-it’s just the pills. The federation bugs t-took them t-to some outpost nearby. H-Help me get the kids back in one piece… T-they’ll know how to drive the ship back home… j-just keep it together-“ he suddenly went limp, his unconscious body lay dangling in her hands. 

“R-Rick….?!” She breathed out as she quickly held up her ear to his chest. 

She could hear his heartbeat, ever so faintly. She easily picked him up in her arms and quickly jogged with him to his ship. 

“Uh…. Ship…? P-protect Rick until I can get the kids…. Okay…?” Astrid stammered out knowing it took commands from Rick, never having talked to the ship herself before directly. 

“I do not take orders from anyone but Rick.” It snapped back sassily to her, “However, since it is my duty to protect Rick I will comply. Leave him here.” It concluded while opening the glass for him. 

Astrid gently placed him into the passenger seat. The glass then snapped shut as soon as she stepped back. She looked at Rick one more time noting how peaceful he looked sitting unconscious. 

“You better hang on.. I’m going to get the kids.” She said with bitterness, feeling rage pumping through her veins. 

What had even just happened? Something didn’t feel right but she couldn’t place it. She shook her head thinking about how she still felt high from earlier, was that why? She couldn’t explain it to herself, she had only just gotten to know the Smiths but something deep inside her felt like it was going to combust. Was it that the situation was too similar to the fiasco she experienced back at Cognito? Was this post traumatic stress she was feeling? Was it because this situation disillusioned her to how supposedly invincible she thought Rick was? She couldn’t tell. All she knew was that if those bugs harmed the kids, this whole planet was going to be destroyed by her own hands. Adrenaline pumping, the stakes were high and it felt as if all other thoughts faded out of her mind. She decided to attempt a risk she was willing to take. She put in one of her communicator earbuds, taking a deep breath and pressing play on the device. “With You In My Head“ by UNKLE started to play. 

“Agent, your mission is to obtain and protect the Smith siblings. Use any means necessary… within reason..to do it in haste.” She silently stated to herself copying what her handler most likely would have said in a moment similar.

She felt her breath get shallow, was this a panic attack? She wondered it only for a moment before she felt the top of her spine snap forward. Her vision went black for a moment, everything had gone silent. She saw a small light… no, a tunnel. She was in the forest already sprinting at an unnatural speed. Flying by trees, her nostrils shifted and flared as she picked up the familiar scent of the Smiths near by with an alien nose. Her behavior was like that of a hunting dog closing in. The outpost Rick spoke of stuck out like a sore thumb straight ahead in a clearing. There were very few thoughts in her head, mostly objectives. 

Coming up to the post she spotted two of the insect guards posted outside a side entrance. She did not slow her pace, her movement turned into something like that of a spear. Lunging out of the green, her hands were around their neck’s in seconds. Loud snaps followed, not even allowing her victims to know what had transpired. Their bodies slumped back against the wall lifeless. A ripple was felt throughout her body as it shifted to copy the exact appearance of one of the victims. Her hand then plucked one of the key cards off their neck to open the door. She didn’t need to bother hiding the bodies, this would be quick. Once inside she looked about with her new bug eyes figuring out what pathways to take to find Summer and Morty. 

~

Back at the ship, Rick’s eyes popped open followed by a deep inhale. He looked about slowly to see if there was any sign of Astrid nearby. He proceeded to cough up a bit of bloody bile onto the ship’s floor. 

“S-ship, s-show me footage of where A-Astrid is.” He commanded, a weak grin crept across his face as the ship pulled it up on a screen panel. 

~

At this point the outpost’s alarms had started sounding. Astrid walked about the building bloody, looking mindless and deranged calling out for the two kids. Corpses littered the hall behind her. Other than the alarms, most the building had gone silent. She no longer had to worry about shifting to take on the identity of the bugs. They already knew she was there at that point. 

“Summer! Morty! Where are you?” She shouted to be heard over the noise, unnervingly calm. 

She finally came up to double doors with a sign labeled “Mess hall” above them. 

“A-Astrid….?!” Morty’s shrill voice called in surprise from inside having heard her over the sirens. 

“Morty!” She called out relieved, shoving the doors open. 

Shots rang out towards her, she flew forward dodging their path, diving behind an overturned mess hall table for cover. She held the laser gun she had stolen from Rick a while back tightly, waiting for silence. She peaked up over the rim to see a few bugs had the siblings held tied up over near the kitchen area. 

“You have some nerve launching an attack on one of THE Galactic Federation’s out posts! Reinforcements will be coming soon!” One of the bugs called to her from the kitchen. 

“Are you crazy?! Did you see what she did to the others on the security cams….?!” Another bug bickered in panic while holding a firm grip over Summer’s mouth in fear, using her as a human shield. 

“Shut up idiot! We have hostages!” Another yelled at him trying to assure them. 

“I have nerve? You took the Smith children from Rick Sanchez.” Astrid replied plainly with no emotion from behind the table. 

“T-that’s right…! R-Rick a-and Astrid are going to fuck y-you guys up..!!” Morty yelled out across the mess hall confidently. 

“Shut your mouth!” The head bug screeched before slapping Morty across the face.

Morty lashed out and bit the bug hard on his fingers causing it to scream out. The bug then punched Morty in the gut leaving him winded. 

Astrid felt her jaw clench in anger and suddenly she was jumping over the table towards them. The bugs all screamed out in fear, firing off shots in her direction. Summer took the opportunity to bite the hand of the bug that held her mouth causing him to recoil away in a scream. 

“Morty! G-get up!!” Summer yelled as she attempted to help him up off the floor away from the bugs. 

Astrid dodged and weaved around mess hall furniture while firing off shots of her own. Seeing the kids were out of range she tossed up a chair and kicked it across the room, instantly making aggressive contact with the bug closest to the siblings. The bug went flying back into the grill with a painful thud and groan. Before Astrid was able to duck again a shot got her in the stomach. 

“UAAH!” She yelled in pain as she fell to the floor behind another table. 

“Astrid!!” Summer yelled in shock after seeing Astrid had been shot. 

The bugs quickly took the opportunity to grab both the siblings again, and the one bug rolling off the grill. This time the bugs jostled them about more violently, using them as human shields once more, holding up guns to their heads. 

“If you-you want these two alive, come out with your hands up…! I-if you can get up that is…” the head bug yelled over to Astrid confidently. 

“N-no! Astrid don’t do it!” Morty protested looking from Summer back over to the table. 

“A-Astrid…? you’re okay right..?” Summer called, now worried by the silence that had followed the bug’s demand. 

Everyone stood holding their breaths not knowing what to do in the moment. The head bug then grabbed one that had fallen off the grill and shoved him forward, 

“Go check to see if she’s dead! Hurry up.” He demanded. 

“W-wait boss-! Why me.?!” The other bug questioned fearfully freezing in place. 

“Because you idiot, we got the hostages!! GO CHECK!” The head bug screamed back angrily. 

After a moment of hesitation the other bug tip-toed over to the table where Astrid lay behind. He peeked over for a second and sighed a breath of relief. The siblings both looked at each other in horror assuming the worst had happened. The bug then went behind the table to retrieve Astrid’s body for safe measure. Tears started to roll down Morty’s cheeks as he began to hyperventilate. 

“No… no….! Y-you have to be okay Astrid…!” Summer whispered in denial, not wanting to face the reality another one of their friends died because of them. 

The two bugs holding the kids started to snicker thinking they were finally in the clear when a loud snap echoed throughout the mess hall. Everyone went silent as the investigating bug’s lifeless body fell to the floor, revealing its horrifying twisted neck. 

“FUCK!!” One of the remaining bugs screamed in fear.

“S-STAY BACK!!! I’M SERIOUS, WE��LL SHOOT…..COME OUT!” He shouted now shaking in fear. 

Fear creeped down everyone’s spines as they heard an a quiet unnerving giggle come from behind the table. Astrid slowly rose up from behind with her hand up slowly. A dark ink like fluid dripped from the corner of her mouth as well as her stomach wound. The other hand gripped her side as an inappropriate grin sat across her face. 

“Okay.. okay. I’m done playing around now, just had to get that one out of my system. I mean.. now it’s fair right? You exchanged those two for your two lives right?” She said to the bugs as she slowly inched closer with caution. 

“Are you fucking s-serious-?!” The head bug choked out in disbelief of her gall. 

“I mean…” she said in a joking tone, chuckling while couching up more black liquid. 

“This is crazy…! W-we have the kids! Back off…!” The other bug choked out trying desperately to assert their fleeting dominance. 

Astrid’s eye contact went to both Summer and Morty, checking to see what states they were in. Her face softened a little but the deranged twinkle in her eye did not subside. 

“Summer..? Morty..? You two okay?” She asked letting empathy soak into her words. 

“Y-yeah…!” Morty sobbed out once, still getting over the fear of thinking Astrid was dead before feeling the unnerving sensation her expression left on him. 

“Yeah…! A-Astrid what do we do…?” Summer asked hesitantly feeling the energy ripple off of Astrid. 

“Kids.. I want you to know that these past few months have meant a lot to me… I really think we are all birds of a feather you know…? That’s an Earth saying right? I haven’t had this much fun in ages…” Astrid started to confess still smiling. 

“Astrid what are you saying…?! Why does that-?” Summer started to tear up fearing why Astrid suddenly would be mentioning sentimental things at the moment. 

“Calm down- listen.” Astrid interrupted her before Summer could continue. 

“You finally giving up….? Y-yeah.. It’s about time!” The head bug interjected quickly. 

“You guys… I just want to say I’m sorry. I haven’t been one-hundred percent honest with you guys…. I’m sure you both have noticed- besides just your grandpa…” Astrid confessed slowly, a bit of regret creeping into her voice. 

“W-who cares…!!! W-we both knew y-you weren’t normal Astrid- w-why does that matter at a-a time like this…?!” Morty yelled out between angry sobs. 

“Morty… I just was trying to protect myself, you two should understand…I wasn’t purposely trying to deceive you or anything.” Astrid looked down at the ground for a second with gritted teeth before composing herself again. 

“Astrid…?” Summer called out still scared as to what this meant. 

“What the hell does any of that even mean?! Why are you still yapping? Are you giving up or what-?!” The bug yelled in frustration before being interrupted. 

“Kids, I’m going to make sure you two are okay, I’ll understand if you two just want to take your grandpa and leave after this okay? He’s hurt bad and is going to need your help.. I won’t be mad if you leave me here.” She said with resolve. 

“W-what do you mean-?” Morty asked confused before he abruptly went silent.

Astrid’s eye went black. There was only enough time for a gasp of air before the visual of her blurred right by the two siblings. It was in turn followed by two loud neck snaps. Both Summer and Morty’s blood ran cold as the bugs that were holding them hostage crumpled to the floor behind their feet. They both looked up at her black, dead looking eyes while trembling slightly. 

“Astrid..?” Summer squeaked out in fear realizing why she had started confessing all that a moment ago. 

“You two need to run.” Astrid said struggling to feel control over herself, she breathed in sharply fearing what happened at Cognito Inc. was about to repeat itself. 

Before the siblings were able to move, a shot rang out from the mess hall doors as a straggler bug seemed to have found them. 

“Die you freak!!” It screamed in rage.

Both the siblings eyes went wide in horror as they noticed a laser hole leaked black on Astrid’s forehead. 

“NO! ASTRID!!” They both screamed in horror as she limply fell forward in front of them. 

Her knees buckled and she fell backwards, sprawling out against the tile floor. A pool of black ink forming under her skull. The sibling both screamed and dropped to their knees, grabbing at her arms and shaking her. 

“No no no no…!!!” Summer sobbed, tears pouring down her face.

“WHY?! WHY?!” Morty screamed.

“You- you were so nice to us Astrid…! You got us…! Come on, please!! Please-!!” Summer yelled at her. 

“Get up Astrid…! G-get up…!” Morty sobbed even harder still attempting to shake her awake. 

“W-we need to get Rick…! H-he can-“ Summer tried to suggest desperately. 

“S-she said he was injured…. W- we’d need to take him home as soon as-“  her sobs where cut short. 

“Shut up and stay down! You little shits are going to pay for this!” The straggler bug yelled at them as it rushed up, gun out pointed at them. 

As he closed in and was about to grab Morty by the collar, Astrid’s body flinched, tiny little popping noises were heard coming from her skull. Her eyes shifted back to normal irises and she kicked up sending her boot into the bug’s eye. 

“AAAH!” He screamed recoiling in pain as his fly eye popped from the impact. 

She flipped backwards sending her legs coiling around the bug’s neck and briskly snapped his neck violently with her thighs. His lifeless body sent them both tumbling forward onto the floor. Astrid let out a groan crawling up off of him, still feeling the pain of her injuries. 

“Y-you’re okay-?” Morty gasped in surprise before a chorus of noises interrupted the siblings. 

Congratulatory horns sounded off from panels in the mess hall walls, confetti burst from the ceiling all over the room, and a small stage rose up from a panel in the center of the room. The sound of a familiar Earth song started to play, “Never Going To Give You Up” by Rick Astley blared out. A completely uninjured Rick rose up with the stage, dancing along mockingly to it just like in the music video. 

“N-nice job Astrid! You really saved the kids again!” He said in a mockingly pleased tone. 

“What the hell…?” Morty squinted his eyes in irritated confusion. 

“Grandpa what is going on…?! You’re okay?” Summer asked him knowing he was about to explain everything going on. 

“Well~ you see Summer, I was RIGHTTT~!” He gloated, “ Your little friend here is as I suspected, NOT human, and self healing. S-she’s some kind of shape shifter.” He said pointing finger guns at her. 

“W-wait… you did all this…?! Us being kidnapped?! Y-You pretending to be injured so you could see h-how Astrid c-came to save us?” Morty demanded angrily knowing exactly how his grandfather could be. 

“Bingo. I’m surprised M-Morty, you caught on fast this time-“ he said amused then turned to look down at Astrid on the floor, “just made a few clones of federation bugs… rewired their brains to think this was their real working outpost- faked getting injured- simple stuff really. But now I got plenty of concrete evidence of your TOTALLY NORMAL high school teacher’s assistant doing very abnormal stuff! I-I saw all the footage back at the ship.” He rubbed in her face.

“So you’re fine…. And the Galactic Federation isn’t on its way here right now…?” Astrid asked emotionlessly still not looking up from the floor. 

“Well yeah, duh.” Rick said nonchalantly rolling his eyes. 

Astrid wobbled to stand up, still looking down. Summer tried to help her up but was shook off, walking past straight to Rick. He arched an eyebrow, wearing a shit eating grin, wondering what she could possibly say now. 

“Don’t be too sore, it was just a good prank though right? I really got you now. But hey~ now you don’t have to hide your identity anymore right?” He said practically oozing with how pleased with himself he was. 

Without a further word, Astrid punched him hard in the nose, sending him stumbling backward. He clutched his now bloody nose angrily, looking up at her in angered shock. 

“W-what gives…?! You can regenerate! You’ll be just fine! I-it was just a h-harmless test. Y-You can’t knock me for wanting to find out what you’re made of!” He said insistently, still denying any wrongdoing. 

“I’ll be fine? Yes Rick. I’ll be FINE!” She snapped back at him with full force using some kind of alien screech, “So what!? You couldn’t just wait to get to know me as a person? You didn’t mind traumatizing your own grandchildren to prove a point? You didn’t mind risking them in a situation where they could have been double crossed or injured- OR WORSE-…AND I DONT CARE IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE THEIR BODIES BACKED UP TO CLONES OR WHATEVER-! You…- You didn’t even care about risking my life if I hadn’t had regenerative abilities like you wagered? WHAT THEN?!” Her unnatural screams echoed through the mess hall violently at him. 

The siblings remained silent looking towards their grandpa, quietly feeling solidarity with her. This left Rick speechless trying to find the words to defend himself. While waiting for a response, Astrid coughed up more black fluid painfully from her throat. 

“I- I couldn’t trust you still..!” He attempted to argue but stopped himself realizing how lame he sounded. 

“Oh- YES! You’re so right Rick. How could I have forgotten that?” Astrid said sarcastically with no hint of humor in her tone. 

She then shoved past him roughly, making her exit back out the mess hall doors. Rick turned and scoffed, still not wanting to admit his test had gone too far. 

“Astrid wait…!” Summer called to her, following behind, “We’re so so sorry for grandpa…! He- he shouldn’t have-“ 

As their voices faded down the hallway Rick rolled his eyes and groaned to himself. Morty glared up at him pissed, finally having enough of it too. 

“Y-you know y-you’re in the wrong r-right..? I mean… Astrid has been s-showing up who she was. She wasn’t even hiding anything! I knew it, Summer knew it..! We all know you knew it!!” He argued angrily. 

“W-what would you know MORTY?! Yeah sure she made it OBVIOUS- BUT THAT DOESN’T MEAN SHE WASN’T JUST LIKE TAMMY! Are y-you two that- that oblivious?! Where did she e-even come from?! Why the fuck would she be so eager to get close to o-our family…? For crying out loud that substance leaking from her nose is CONCENTRATED DARK MATTER MORTY! You think that’s safe..?! There is something up with her! I-i literally have proof of her being a shapeshifter!! LOOK!” Rick yelled back as he pulled up footage projections from his perfectly good watch. 

Morty looked up to see him cycle through sped up clips of “suspicious” behaviors he had caught on recording of Astrid. Morty’s eyes went wide, soaking up all the information, but then quickly knitting his eyebrows in anger. 

“R-Rick.. you’ve been stalking her this whole time?” He asked angered by the file footage showing her location show up in DC as part of Rick’s proof. 

“I- I’ve been doing research…!” Rick spat back offended my Morty. 

Morty pinched his forehead in irritation knowing there was no way he’d get through to Rick. 

“Jesus… y-you ruined our chance to finally make a friend that could k-keep up w-with all our crazy shit..!! S-She was showing us her true colors Rick…! God- she even helped you multiple time w-without asking for anything back really! S-She talked to me and Summer about herself more directly a few times..!  None of us were ever in the dark about this..!” Morty spat out. 

“Sh-shut up Morty..! Y-You two should have said something then! I-instead of just telling me I was being paranoid! At least I made sure t-there was no room for any more deception. We know what better to expect now!” Rick raged back, clearly bitter they had known more than letting on. 

“Y-you know… you really don’t need to know everything all the time Rick. Not everyone owes you an explanation!” Morty shot back before leaving the mess hall. 

“That’s not-!” Rick attempted to continue arguing but Morty had already gone. 

~ 

It had taken Rick about fifteen minutes to walk back to the ship, hoping to have let the rest of them cool off before flying back home. He awkwardly scratched the back of his head as he neared them, seeing the two siblings huddled close to Astrid. He could hear them trying to get her to talk to them. Watching her stand silently avoiding eye contact with the kids and looking off into the woods, angry and mentally checked out.  

“Astrid please…? We know Rick is an ass hole but please give us a chance to make it up to you! Rick could fix up your injuries-“ Summer started. 

“Summer… stop. I just want to go back to Earth right now. It’s not your fault, I’m just done with this right now.” Astrid muttered tiredly to her, hearing Rick walk up. 

“Okay, let’s get out of here then.” Rick said casually, responding to her as if he had been part of their conversation. 

She rolled her eyes angrily in response and avoided his gaze. They then all piled into the ship, a tense energy hung in the air that could have been cut with a knife. Rick pulled them out of orbit and fired up a portal, making the trip back home quick. It was now night time back on Earth as Rick pulled the ship into the driveway. They all silently got out and turned to look at Astrid, her still avoiding eye contact with any of them. 

“C-could you maybe s-stay for a bit..? W-we could watch some tv or w-we could tell moms you’re staying for dinner…” Morty asked nervously grasping at straws to keep her there. 

“I’m not sure if that’s a good idea Morty.” She bluntly answered before pointing the rest of her response at Rick, “Seeing as I’m not trustworthy enough to be around the family.” 

“I mean t-that’s up to you.” Rick answered with a snort, trying to sound casual. 

“Grandpa Rick, just apologize!!” Summer spat out at him.

Rick angrily turned to Summer and started to argue, “Y-you know what Summer..?! I’ll say the same thing I said to Morty before you went running off-!” 

The siblings and Rick started to argue for an intense few minutes, rehashing some of the things Rick had brought up to Morty back at the fake Federation base. Being so consumed in the argument they hadn’t even noticed Astrid was no longer there with them when they turned to look. 

“W-where did Astrid go…? Did she just leave…?” Morty asked surprised, looking around the street for any sign of her. 

“W-Whatever! If she’s ganna be a sore loser about a-a PRANK, then she can just go g-get over it.” Rick insisted before storming back into the garage. 

~

Astrid shuffled back towards her apartment on the dimly lit street, still clutching her side and forehead. Yes she had regenerative abilities, but she still felt the pain of it healing. Her head felt fuzzy and her thoughts felt empty. Was she in shock? She had gone through worse scenarios before… why did today’s events feel so troubling then? She huffed out a deep breath, little bits of inky liquid splattering in the sides of her mouth, forming up from another cough. Her ears started to ring and the faint sound of laughter filled the air. She looked around the street in confusion wondering if it was just in her head. A few of the street lamps flickered but one at the end of the street continued to shine without interruption. 

“~Tough night~?”  A distant coo asked in her ear on the empty road. 

She recoiled away from the perceived voice, turning to look and see where the owner of it might be. But with no one behind her, she continued to rubbed her head in frustration. Did the injury cause her to start hallucinating?  She sighed a breath of relief thinking that must have been the cause. As she turned back towards her destination her eyes met with a figure underneath the light at the end of the road. 

“What….?! What do you want…?!” She shouted at it while continuing to walk forward in hopes of deterring it away. 

It stood still, not wavering from its spot in the slightest. The figure was on the tall side, sporting what looked to be some type of wide brimmed hat. It slowly reached out a long arm towards Astrid, unnerving but welcoming. Something felt too familiar about it. Astrid shut her eyes and breathed for a moment hoping if it was just in her head that it would go away. She opened her eyes after a second or two and it was gone. She swiveled her head around to check that it wasn’t near by and took off running towards her apartment. 

~

Earth Beth came down the stairs already a little drunk from having too much fun with Jerry and Space Beth upstairs. It was really late and most the lights were off in the house. She noticed the tv was on from the dim glow coming from the family room. She swayed a little as she neared the dining room door, hoping not to disturb the kids by getting another glass of wine. 

“I can’t believe it..! He’s unbelievable!” Summer whispered angrily from the other room. 

“I-I mean he’s always like this… I-I feel so bad for Astrid..” Morty replied back to Summer quietly. 

Beth already in the kitchen, paused to listen in on them. She heard them rant about all that had transpired that day to each other as if still in disbelief. She frowned and swayed her way towards the family room door. 

“Dad did w-what…?!” She demanded in shocked anger to her kids.

—- PART FOURTEEN COMPLETED —- 

—- SHUTTING DOWN —-

—- GOODBYE —-

[the-tenth-arcanum]

someone tried to scam my dad out of some money on whatsapp, "hey dad I lost my phone, can you send me some money it's an emergency etc", standard stuff, now my dad tried calling me while I was in the shower so this convo dragged on for longer than it should have, but what gets me is that this scammer at some point flat-out asked for money to buy "an iPhone 14 pro max on sale at 993€", which is hilariously cheeky, but also if you know anything about me at all you'd know I would NOT say that. I've never owned an iPhone in my life, I've never expressed a desire to get one, I hang onto my smartphones until they no longer function, and have to be begged to accept money from my parents or even admit to wanting any earthly possessions around Christmas because "I don't need anything really". You'd think my father, who's known me for over 30 years, would immediately realise he wasn't texting his dear daughter. what he said instead was "for that price we can get you a 512 GB one"

[lucky-clover-gazette]

things that happen in original wip:

- a massive corporation five seconds from overthrowing the emergency government (the corporation caused the emergency) is defeated by a not-tiktok-but-obviously-tiktok trend

- the main character fights and kills a corrupted monster version of herself from another timeline in the first chapter. this monster also kills the secondary main character, whose disembodied soul lives inside the main character’s iphone for the first act. the main character works retail and was literally just trying to close the store two minutes early

- they defeat the final boss, who is the actual boss (ceo) of the evil corporation turned into a big scary monster, by hitting it with a car

- online community of hyperfixated nerds who edit a wiki about the overworld for fun serve as integral sources of information and plot development

- the premise is transparently a metaphor for graduating college/being in your early 20’s during the pandemic. also losing interest in passions from adolescence bc of capitalism and depression and failure and grief

- main character keeps doing damage to herself with bombs, bc the entire thing is very zelda tropey and i strive for realism

- that super cringe oc you made with your bestie at 14 years old is real and she “died” for your sins (the sins are hers. she’s not real. she’s not dead. you made her real. you let her die. she’s your friend, and she’s not gone, but neither of you know it. you betray each other at the end of the second act. she dies at the end. you ride off into the sunset together. it’s complicated)

- there’s a big worm monster in the desert section, naturally. it’s your transmasc online friend and he is saved by his own need to correct people who are wrong about his big worm monster hyperfixation. i’m obsessed with this minor character. i just need to mention him whenever possible

- imagine the health potions from zelda are sold like monster energy drinks and also responsible for mass terror and death but everyone is too busy doomscrolling to figure it out. that’s fucked up

- heroic influencers exist and they fight ar monsters (think pokémon go) on instagram live bc no one is allowed to go outside and fight real monsters anymore

- the two main characters are so in love it transcends memory and physical form. i am still not sure if i will make them kiss

- your overbearing pretentious conservative-leaning 11th grade ap lang teacher who definitely clocked your undiagnosed adhd, the weirdly professional and mysterious thirty-something running your preferred fandom discord, the ceo of an evil corporation trying to control the world, and botw dark beast ganon are all one character. she is betrayed and destroyed by your best friend, the brilliant young person she once groomed and manipulated into dooming the world. you kind of take a back seat for that one

[joshuawithers]

Testing iMessages via Satellite in Joshua Tree

So earlier today I was takin the family around Joshua Tree National Park. I took my phone out and realised I had no service but that little satellite icon was there and that this might be my chance to try Messages via satellite on my iPhone, a new feature in iOS18 available on iPhones 14 and later.

So you tap ‘Use Messages via Satellite’ after choosing Satellite from Control Centre list of modes you can enable and disable, the same list that wifi and bluetooth are on.

I neglected to time it but I’d estimate and say it took two-ish minutes to find a satellite and connect, whilst encouraging me to move around, move left and/or right, and perhaps find an area with more open skies.

The app gives you notification that you’re connected via satellite and you have three options:

Messages

Find My

Roadside Assistance

Emergency SOS

But the new one was Messages so I sent the obligatory text message to my nerdy friend, Scott.

And although the connectivity isn’t good enough for photos, group chats, or even on-to-one chats in any large quantity, I feel confident that if I was out of range in a country supporting Messages via Satellite - currently only U.S. and Canada - that I could deliver emergency text messages, or if nothing else, ask someone to double check that I didn’t leave the iron on.

[taazakhabar07]

Dive into the World of Gadgets: The Best Gadget Reviews, Latest Smartphone Insights, and the Coolest Technology Trends

Are you curious about the latest gadget reviews, latest smartphone reviews, and cool gadgets? Or perhaps you want to stay updated with the latest technology news in India? You’re in the right place! Let’s embark on this tech journey together, where I’ll guide you through the latest innovations, must-have devices, and trends that are shaping our digital world.

What’s Trending in the Gadget Universe?

Technology never sleeps. Each day, new gadgets emerge, capturing our attention and promising to change our lives. But with so many options out there, how do you know which gadgets are genuinely worth your time and money?

The Rise of Smart Devices

Have you noticed how smart devices have seeped into our daily lives? From smart speakers to wearable tech, these gadgets not only make our lives easier but also more fun. Here are a few categories to keep an eye on:

Smartphones: The lifeline for many of us.

Smartwatches: Fitness tracking and notifications on your wrist.

Home Assistants: Control your home with your voice.

Smart Home Security: Keep your home safe with smart cameras and alarms.

These devices enhance our daily routines, making tasks seamless and enjoyable.

Latest Smartphone Reviews

Smartphones dominate the gadget scene. They evolve rapidly, often leaving us in a whirlwind of specs and features. But which ones stand out? Here’s a quick rundown of the top contenders in the latest smartphone arena.

1. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Camera: 200 MP main camera that takes stunning pictures.

Battery: Long-lasting with 5000mAh capacity.

Performance: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip ensures smooth operation.

Price: ₹1,24,999.

I recently got my hands on the S23 Ultra, and let me tell you, the camera is a game changer. The level of detail in photos is unbelievable!

2. Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

Camera: ProRAW feature for stunning edits.

Battery: 4323mAh that lasts all day.

Performance: A16 Bionic chip for lightning-fast performance.

Price: ₹1,39,900.

If you’re an Apple fan, this one’s a no-brainer. The user experience is smooth, and the ecosystem is unmatched.

3. OnePlus 11

Camera: 50 MP main sensor with Hasselblad integration.

Battery: 5000mAh and super-fast charging.

Performance: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for top-notch speed.

Price: ₹61,999.

OnePlus always delivers great value for money, and the 11 is no exception. If you're looking for a flagship experience without breaking the bank, check this out!

Cool Gadgets You Shouldn’t Miss

When it comes to cool gadgets, the market is overflowing. Here are a few that truly caught my eye:

1. Raspberry Pi 400

What it is: A complete personal computer built into a compact keyboard.

Ideal for: Hobbyists and educators.

Price: ₹9,999.

I’ve played around with the Raspberry Pi, and it’s perfect for DIY projects. Want to create a retro gaming console? This gadget has got your back!

2. Amazon Echo Show 10

What it is: A smart display that follows you around the room.

Features: Video calls, smart home control, and more.

Price: ₹24,999.

The Echo Show has changed how I interact with my home. From checking recipes while cooking to video chatting with friends, it’s a versatile gadget.

3. DJI Mini 3 Pro

What it is: A lightweight drone with incredible features.

Camera: 4K video and 48 MP stills.

Price: ₹74,999.

If you enjoy photography or videography, this drone offers stunning aerial shots without the hassle of a complicated setup.

Latest Technology News in India

Staying updated with the latest technology news in India is essential for tech enthusiasts. Here are some noteworthy developments:

1. 5G Rollout

India's 5G network has finally begun to roll out. It promises faster internet speeds and more reliable connectivity. This advancement opens doors for many new applications and services.

2. Electric Vehicles (EVs)

The Indian market is buzzing with electric vehicles. Major companies are launching models that cater to various budgets. EVs offer eco-friendly alternatives to traditional vehicles and lower running costs.

3. AI Developments

Artificial Intelligence is making waves across industries. From healthcare to education, AI is enhancing efficiencies and personalising experiences. Keep an eye on local startups that are pushing the boundaries of AI applications.

Addressing Common Concerns

When it comes to tech gadgets, many questions pop up. Here are some answers to common concerns:

1. How do I choose the right gadget?

Identify your needs: Think about what you need the gadget for.

Research: Check out gadget reviews to find trusted opinions.

Compare features: Make a list of must-have features versus nice-to-haves.

2. Are expensive gadgets worth it?

Not always. Sometimes, mid-range gadgets provide similar performance as premium ones. I recommend looking for value-for-money options that fit your budget.

3. What’s the best way to keep my gadgets updated?

Regular software updates: Keep your devices updated to enjoy new features and security patches.

Avoid unnecessary apps: Remove apps you don’t use. They can slow down your device.

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Gadgets

Investing in new gadgets can be thrilling. Here are some tips to ensure you make the most of them:

Learn the features: Dive into the user manual or watch online tutorials. You’ll discover functions you never knew existed!

Customise settings: Tailor your devices to suit your preferences. This can improve your experience significantly.

Join forums or communities: Engaging with other users can provide valuable insights and tips.

A Personal Touch: My Gadget Journey

Let me share a bit about my experience with gadgets. I’ve always had a passion for tech. From the first mobile phone I owned to the latest smart home devices, each gadget has played a role in my daily life. I remember when I got my first smartphone. It was revolutionary! Now, I can’t imagine living without my smartwatch and smart speaker.

I encourage you to explore gadgets that excite you. Don’t be afraid to try something new; you might discover a hidden passion or hobby along the way.

What’s Next in Gadgets?

The future looks bright for gadgets. Here’s what to expect in the coming years:

Foldable Phones: Companies are working on making foldable devices more durable and affordable.

Augmented Reality (AR): AR technology will continue to expand, enhancing our daily experiences.

Health Tech: Expect more gadgets focused on health monitoring, from smartwatches to medical devices.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, whether you’re looking for the latest gadget reviews, checking out latest smartphone reviews, or hunting for cool gadgets, there’s always something new to discover. Keep yourself informed with the latest technology news in India, and don’t hesitate to explore the world of gadgets.

Invest wisely, stay curious, and enjoy the ride in this fascinating tech landscape. If you have any questions or want to share your gadget experiences, feel free to reach out!

Embrace technology; it’s an exciting journey that can enhance your everyday life in more ways than one. Happy gadget hunting!

[sonaligaur22]

Stay Ahead in 2024-2025: Must-Know SEO Trends and Winning Strategies

If you still believe SEO is just about keywords and backlinks, you need to catch up on a rapidly evolving game. Modern SEO is all about adapting to shifting search behaviours and harnessing the power of new technological advancements. Picture a world where voice and visual searches dominate, personalized content reigns supreme, and AI predicts search trends before they even emerge. This is the current landscape of SEO! To keep you ahead of the curve, we've gathered the key SEO trends for 2024-2025."

The Latest SEO Trends

Leveraging AI to Create and Rank Content

AI in digital marketing is shaping the future. It is primarily transforming the SEO landscape in several ways:

First, AI-driven tools are helping marketers create high-quality, SEO-optimized content.

It is helping them identify trending topics and popular keywords.

Making your SEO and content strategy more personalized is another way you can leverage AI. Here’s how — AI processes user data (browsing history, past interactions, and demographic information) and suggests specific content/ products/ services that are more likely to resonate with the user.

You can also leverage AI for competitor analysis and link building. Talking about the former, AI tools like SEMrush, Ahrefs, and SpyFu can help you monitor your competitors’ websites and track changes in their content, keyword strategies, and SEO performance. When it comes to backlinking, AI can help you identify potential link opportunities and evaluate the quality of backlinks.

Now, while you follow these AI-in SEO strategies to generate content, remember that AI-driven search algorithms are becoming more sophisticated in understanding user intent and context. Earlier, Google’s Search Quality Rater Guidelines emphasized E-A-T (Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness).

Recently, Google introduced a new “E” that stands for ‘Experience.’ E-E-A-T and SEO trends are closely interconnected as Google aims to prioritize content that demonstrates firsthand experience or practical knowledge of the writer. This means search engines are evolving to identify AI-generated text. 

So, should you use something other than AI tools for content generation and optimization?

Well, you should, but wisely! Make sure that the content speaks of your expertise, remains genuinely relevant, and provides value.

Search Generative Experience (SGE) Is The New Normal

Search Generative Experience is a feature introduced by Google, where AI takes into consideration the results of different websites and generates a synthesized answer to a user query. For instance, do a search on Google: “Which place is better to travel with infants, Bali or Thailand?” You’ll understand what is being talked about here.

Does this mean Google is going to take away your potential traffic? Well, no! SGE also provides the webpage links they used to generate the response, and these pages have well-crafted and in-depth content that aligns with user queries.

This means you must maintain content quality!

Search Intent Will Take The Front Seat

As the name suggests, search intent means the intention or purpose with which the user is searching. This is more intimidating than it may sound. Let’s understand this through the four types of search intent:

Informational

This is when the user seeks information or answers to specific questions. Example- “What is AR & VR?” or “What are the best practices of SEO?”

Navigational

This is when the user is trying to find a specific website or webpage. Example- “HP Home Page” or “Myntra Login Page”.

Transactional

This is when the user is willing to make a purchase. Example- “Buy iPhone 15 online” or “Order custom nameplates”.

Commercial Investigation

This is when the user researches products or services before making a purchase decision. Example- “Compare iPhone 14 and iPhone 15” or “Top-rated marketing agencies”

So, how can you leverage the concept of search intent to optimize your SEO strategy? 

Use keyword research tools to identify common search queries. (Google Keyword Planner, SEMrush, Ubersuggest, Ahrefs, etc.)

Write clear, relevant titles and descriptions.

Ensure that your content is easy to read, navigate, and engage with.

Create content that directly addresses the intent behind the search queries.

For informational intent, draft content that has clear headings, bullet points, and detailed explanations.

For navigational intent, optimize your site’s navigation and ensure your website’s branding is clear. Use accurate and descriptive meta tags, titles, and URLs to help users find your pages easily.

For transactional intent, optimize product pages with detailed descriptions, pricing, and a strong call to action and make sure the page is user-friendly.

For commercial investigation intent, provide detailed comparisons, reviews, and buying guides.

Voice Search Optimization Will Only Grow

Would you believe it if we told you that you could order your pizzas via voice assistants? Yes, Domino’s made their website voice search-friendly. With increasing voice-activated gadgets like smartphones, smart speakers, and even cars, voice searches are only bound to grow!

Here are some tips for aligning your strategy with the voice search SEO trends in 2024 and 2025:

Focus on long-tail keywords as they are more “conversational.”

Structure your content around ‘questions’ related to your niche (what/when/ how).

Optimize your content for featured snippets.

Implement schema markup to enhance the visibility of your content.

It might sound too much, but consider optimizing your content for different languages, especially if you’re targeting a global audience.

Voice searches are often used for local queries, so optimize them for local SEO.

Local SEO Is Here To Stay

Local SEO will continue to be one of the most important SEO Trends in 2024, especially when 76% of consumers are searching for “near me” within a day. (1) Here’s what you need to know for the coming year:

Google My Business (GMB) has come up with new features like more interactive posts, richer media options, and enhanced customer interaction tools. Utilize those new features and keep your profile updated with accurate information, regular posts, and high-quality images.

Create content that targets specific local events or updates.

Ensure your website is fully optimized for mobile, as mobile-first indexing impacts SEO significantly.

Engage with other local businesses or sponsor any community events to build high-quality local backlinks.

Optimize for featured snippets.

Encourage satisfied customers to leave positive reviews and make sure to respond to all reviews, even if they are negative.

Video SEO: Creative And Effective

The world of digital content is exploding along with video content. According to Cisco, by 2024, video content is expected to make up 80% of all internet traffic. This emphasizes how important it is to use video SEO techniques in your marketing campaigns.

You can ace the video SEO trends for 2024 with the following tips:

Make good quality videos and include relevant keywords in your video titles and descriptions- OF COURSE!

Use eye-catching thumbnails, but make sure they highlight the video’s main message.

Tailor your video content to address the specific needs and questions. Keep in mind the “search intent.”

Provide closed captions not only to help people but also to help your SEO — search engines can index the text in captions.

Add polls, quizzes, or clickable links within your video to boost engagement.

Embed your videos on relevant pages of your website to improve SEO.

Promote your videos across multiple platforms- social media and newsletters.

Topical Authority Is Important

For Google to rank your website high, it must see your website as an “authority” in your domain. Simply creating content related to your niche is not enough! Develop detailed content that showcases your expertise and builds trust.

Here’s how you can do that:

Highlight your practical experience, include author bios, and cite reputable sources.

Create a series of related blogs or articles and interlink them. This way, you will have a digital hub for each topic.

Incorporate interactive elements, multimedia, and compelling visuals to boost engagement and increase ‘time on page.’

Backlinks from authoritative sources always help in building topical authority.

Update your existing content periodically with the latest data and insights.

Zero Search Clicks Will Continue To Dominate

A 2024 Google search study reveals that almost 60% of Google searches now result in no clicks. Clearly, zero-click search is here to stay! Zero-click searches are the ones where users receive answers directly on the search results page without clicking through to a website. These are featured snippets, knowledge panels, and local business information.

Search engines will continue to enhance rich results. Here’s how you can adapt your strategy for SEO for featured snippets in 2024:

Structure content in a way that is easily extractable for snippets by using clear headings and sub-headings, bullet points, numbered lists, and FAQs.

Make sure to address the “how,” “what,” and “why” queries your audience is searching for.

Most local searches end in search results. So, focus on local SEO by maintaining an up-to-date Google Business Profile and ensuring consistent information across local directories.

Implement relevant schema markup for your content. (Example- FAQ, HowTo, or Article schema) They help search engines understand the context and relevance of your content.

While this means that zero-click searches reduce the number of visitors, it also means that you need to optimize for visibility in snippets to increase brand awareness, credibility, and, eventually, presence. OUT OF SIGHT, OUT OF MIND!

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the SEO landscape in 2024-2025 is more dynamic and multifaceted than ever. Embracing these trends—leveraging AI for content creation, optimizing for voice and local searches, and enhancing your topical authority—will be crucial for maintaining visibility and relevance. By focusing on understanding search intent and optimizing for rich results, you can navigate this evolving landscape and ensure your brand remains at the forefront of digital discovery.

What’s here to stay forever is understanding user intent and delivering high-quality, relevant content!

The future of SEO is bright and full of exciting possibilities. Stay agile, keep experimenting, and ensure your SEO strategies are always aligned with the trends!

Are you looking for SEO Services in India? Get in touch with Channel Technologies to boost the quantity and quality of your web traffic!

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🔉🔉 ALERT 🔉🔉 INSTRUCTIONS for SHABBAT and YOM TOV for those in ISRAEL

via ISRAEL REALTIME - Connecting the World to Israel in Realtime

(( Yom Kippur note - Israeli TV & radio stations do not normally broadcast on Yom Kippur, but multiple stations have announced they will be HAVING STAFF SLEEP ON SITE in case of emergency announcements are needed during Yom Kippur. We list radio and TV stations below which operate “The Silent Wave” - silent broadcasts except emergency, every Shabbat. ))

Chief Rabbinute instructions with COMMON SENSE additions

WITH THE IRAN ATTACK, WE RECEIVED APPROX. 30 MINUTES OF RUMORS AND THEN ABOUT 8 MINUTES OF WARNING TO GET TO SHELTER, FOR A POSSIBLE EXTENDED TIME - for an immediate life risk.  If one of those rockets hit nearby, people would be killed.

YOU MUST, due to risk of life, HAVE WAYS TO GET THESE WARNINGS on the holiday and Shabbat.

What we saw previously: IDF notice on TV / radio, then national emergency alert by cell phones (only), then area alerts by Red Alert methods (apps, sites, tv & radio).

Here’s how to be sure to get those on Yom Tov - Shabbat…

🔉SILENT CHANNELS - Radio & TV stations go “silent broadcast” for Shabbat, ONLY alerts.  No TV or Radio?  STREAM IT on phone or computer.

.. or you can use an app on a phone or alert on computer via Homefront Command app or Tzofar app, but you ALSO need a way to hear verbal instructions (such as if everyone is told to stay home.). We recommend using a Silent Radio or Silent TV service AND an alert app or site.

➡️ SILENT RADIO - 

• Kol Chai radio - on radio 92.8, 93 and 102.5. -> stream -> https://www.93fm.co.il/radio/players/%d7%a9%d7%99%d7%93%d7%95%d7%a8-%d7%97%d7%99/

• Kol Barama Radio - on radio 92.1, 104.3, 105.7 and 107.6 -> stream -> https://kol-barama.co.il/live/

• Galei Israel - on radio 89.3, 94 and 106.5 --> stream -> https://www.rlive.co.il/station/galey-israel

➡️ SILENT TV -  Channel 14 - stream ->  https://www.now14.co.il/live/    (must turn off adblocker)  Ch. 14 also has android and iPhone apps, go to the app / play store and search for עכשיו 14.

⁉️ ENGLISH SILENT CHANNEL - is there a silent channel in English?  No.

➡️ ALERTS VIA COMPUTER - leave a computer open to https://www.tzevaadom.co.il/en/ or https://www.oref.org.il/en (this one only in Israel) - alerts will display and sound on the screen. Turn OFF screen saver, sleep and hibernate so the computer doesn’t turn off.

➡️ ALERTS VIA PHONE APP - leave on phone with red alert app.  Set app to YOUR area so it only alerts for your area.  We suggest Tzofar Red Alert or Homefront Command - available in Play Store and App Store.  IF an alert goes off for your area CLICK THE PHONE TO VERIFY ALERT TYPE - to see if infiltration!! (Tzofar can be set to SAY the type of alert if you set “read city names”.)  Yes, check on Shabbat - this is Pikuach Nefesh!  Charge phone fully before Shabbat.

It is a mitzvah to take actions to protect and save and preserve life on Shabbat, not a violation.  But ONLY actions which do so.

✡️ Note Israel Realtime DOES NOT post updates on Shabbat or Holy-days (Israel time) UNLESS life threatening / saving. 

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What is Satellite SOS on Google Pixel 9 and how to use it?

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Stay Ahead in 2024-2025: Must-Know SEO Trends and Winning Strategies

If you still believe SEO is just about keywords and backlinks, you need to catch up on a rapidly evolving game. Modern SEO is all about adapting to shifting search behaviours and harnessing the power of new technological advancements. Picture a world where voice and visual searches dominate, personalized content reigns supreme, and AI predicts search trends before they even emerge. This is the current landscape of SEO! To keep you ahead of the curve, we've gathered the key SEO trends for 2024-2025."

The Latest SEO Trends

Leveraging AI to Create and Rank Content

AI in digital marketing is shaping the future. It is primarily transforming the SEO landscape in several ways:

First, AI-driven tools are helping marketers create high-quality, SEO-optimized content.

It is helping them identify trending topics and popular keywords.

Making your SEO and content strategy more personalized is another way you can leverage AI. Here’s how — AI processes user data (browsing history, past interactions, and demographic information) and suggests specific content/ products/ services that are more likely to resonate with the user.

You can also leverage AI for competitor analysis and link building. Talking about the former, AI tools like SEMrush, Ahrefs, and SpyFu can help you monitor your competitors’ websites and track changes in their content, keyword strategies, and SEO performance. When it comes to backlinking, AI can help you identify potential link opportunities and evaluate the quality of backlinks.

Now, while you follow these AI-in SEO strategies to generate content, remember that AI-driven search algorithms are becoming more sophisticated in understanding user intent and context. Earlier, Google’s Search Quality Rater Guidelines emphasized E-A-T (Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness).

Recently, Google introduced a new “E” that stands for ‘Experience.’ E-E-A-T and SEO trends are closely interconnected as Google aims to prioritize content that demonstrates firsthand experience or practical knowledge of the writer. This means search engines are evolving to identify AI-generated text. 

So, should you use something other than AI tools for content generation and optimization?

Well, you should, but wisely! Make sure that the content speaks of your expertise, remains genuinely relevant, and provides value.

Search Generative Experience (SGE) Is The New Normal

Search Generative Experience is a feature introduced by Google, where AI takes into consideration the results of different websites and generates a synthesized answer to a user query. For instance, do a search on Google: “Which place is better to travel with infants, Bali or Thailand?” You’ll understand what is being talked about here.

Does this mean Google is going to take away your potential traffic? Well, no! SGE also provides the webpage links they used to generate the response, and these pages have well-crafted and in-depth content that aligns with user queries.

This means you must maintain content quality!

Search Intent Will Take The Front Seat

As the name suggests, search intent means the intention or purpose with which the user is searching. This is more intimidating than it may sound. Let’s understand this through the four types of search intent:

Informational

This is when the user seeks information or answers to specific questions. Example- “What is AR & VR?” or “What are the best practices of SEO?”

Navigational

This is when the user is trying to find a specific website or webpage. Example- “HP Home Page” or “Myntra Login Page”.

Transactional

This is when the user is willing to make a purchase. Example- “Buy iPhone 15 online” or “Order custom nameplates”.

Commercial Investigation

This is when the user researches products or services before making a purchase decision. Example- “Compare iPhone 14 and iPhone 15” or “Top-rated marketing agencies”

So, how can you leverage the concept of search intent to optimize your SEO strategy?

 

Use keyword research tools to identify common search queries. (Google Keyword Planner, SEMrush, Ubersuggest, Ahrefs, etc.)

Write clear, relevant titles and descriptions.

Ensure that your content is easy to read, navigate, and engage with.

Create content that directly addresses the intent behind the search queries.

For informational intent, draft content that has clear headings, bullet points, and detailed explanations.

For navigational intent, optimize your site’s navigation and ensure your website’s branding is clear. Use accurate and descriptive meta tags, titles, and URLs to help users find your pages easily.

For transactional intent, optimize product pages with detailed descriptions, pricing, and a strong call to action and make sure the page is user-friendly.

For commercial investigation intent, provide detailed comparisons, reviews, and buying guides.

Voice Search Optimization Will Only Grow

Would you believe it if we told you that you could order your pizzas via voice assistants? Yes, Domino’s made their website voice search-friendly. With increasing voice-activated gadgets like smartphones, smart speakers, and even cars, voice searches are only bound to grow!

Here are some tips for aligning your strategy with the voice search SEO trends in 2024 and 2025:

Focus on long-tail keywords as they are more “conversational.”

Structure your content around ‘questions’ related to your niche (what/when/ how).

Optimize your content for featured snippets.

Implement schema markup to enhance the visibility of your content.

It might sound too much, but consider optimizing your content for different languages, especially if you’re targeting a global audience.

Voice searches are often used for local queries, so optimize them for local SEO.

Local SEO Is Here To Stay

Local SEO will continue to be one of the most important SEO Trends in 2024, especially when 76% of consumers are searching for “near me” within a day. (1) Here’s what you need to know for the coming year:

Google My Business (GMB) has come up with new features like more interactive posts, richer media options, and enhanced customer interaction tools. Utilize those new features and keep your profile updated with accurate information, regular posts, and high-quality images.

Create content that targets specific local events or updates.

Ensure your website is fully optimized for mobile, as mobile-first indexing impacts SEO significantly.

Engage with other local businesses or sponsor any community events to build high-quality local backlinks.

Optimize for featured snippets.

Encourage satisfied customers to leave positive reviews and make sure to respond to all reviews, even if they are negative.

Video SEO: Creative And Effective

The world of digital content is exploding along with video content. According to Cisco, by 2024, video content is expected to make up 80% of all internet traffic. This emphasizes how important it is to use video SEO techniques in your marketing campaigns.

You can ace the video SEO trends for 2024 with the following tips:

Make good quality videos and include relevant keywords in your video titles and descriptions- OF COURSE!

Use eye-catching thumbnails, but make sure they highlight the video’s main message.

Tailor your video content to address the specific needs and questions. Keep in mind the “search intent.”

Provide closed captions not only to help people but also to help your SEO — search engines can index the text in captions.

Add polls, quizzes, or clickable links within your video to boost engagement.

Embed your videos on relevant pages of your website to improve SEO.

Promote your videos across multiple platforms- social media and newsletters.

Topical Authority Is Important

For Google to rank your website high, it must see your website as an “authority” in your domain. Simply creating content related to your niche is not enough! Develop detailed content that showcases your expertise and builds trust.

Here’s how you can do that:

Highlight your practical experience, include author bios, and cite reputable sources.

Create a series of related blogs or articles and interlink them. This way, you will have a digital hub for each topic.

Incorporate interactive elements, multimedia, and compelling visuals to boost engagement and increase ‘time on page.’

Backlinks from authoritative sources always help in building topical authority.

Update your existing content periodically with the latest data and insights.

Zero Search Clicks Will Continue To Dominate

A 2024 Google search study reveals that almost 60% of Google searches now result in no clicks. Clearly, zero-click search is here to stay! Zero-click searches are the ones where users receive answers directly on the search results page without clicking through to a website. These are featured snippets, knowledge panels, and local business information.

Search engines will continue to enhance rich results. Here’s how you can adapt your strategy for SEO for featured snippets in 2024:

Structure content in a way that is easily extractable for snippets by using clear headings and sub-headings, bullet points, numbered lists, and FAQs.

Make sure to address the “how,” “what,” and “why” queries your audience is searching for.

Most local searches end in search results. So, focus on local SEO by maintaining an up-to-date Google Business Profile and ensuring consistent information across local directories.

Implement relevant schema markup for your content. (Example- FAQ, HowTo, or Article schema) They help search engines understand the context and relevance of your content.

While this means that zero-click searches reduce the number of visitors, it also means that you need to optimize for visibility in snippets to increase brand awareness, credibility, and, eventually, presence. OUT OF SIGHT, OUT OF MIND!

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the SEO landscape in 2024-2025 is more dynamic and multifaceted than ever. Embracing these trends—leveraging AI for content creation, optimizing for voice and local searches, and enhancing your topical authority—will be crucial for maintaining visibility and relevance. By focusing on understanding search intent and optimizing for rich results, you can navigate this evolving landscape and ensure your brand remains at the forefront of digital discovery.

What’s here to stay forever is understanding user intent and delivering high-quality, relevant content!

The future of SEO is bright and full of exciting possibilities. Stay agile, keep experimenting, and ensure your SEO strategies are always aligned with the trends!

Are you looking for SEO Services in India? Get in touch with Channel Technologies to boost the quantity and quality of your web traffic!

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Starlink предоставит бесплатный экстренный звонок для всех

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Starlink предоставит бесплатный экстренный звонок для всех

Илон Маск хочет сделать сотовый сервис Starlink полностью бесплатным для звонков в экстренные службы с любых телефонов. В данный момент SpaceX пытается получить разрешение от Федеральной комиссии по связи США (FCC).

– Не может быть ситуации, когда кто-то умирает из-за того, что забыл или не смог заплатить за связь, – написал генеральный директор SpaceX Илон Маск.

Это сообщение появилось в тот момент, когда SpaceX просит Федеральную комиссию по связи разрешить ей коммерческую эксплуатацию технологии Starlink для прямой связи с мобильными телефонами на фоне противодействия со стороны конкурирующих операторов, включая AT&T и Verizon.

SpaceX сообщила FCC, что технология Starlink обещает принести пользу всем потребителям, поскольку она позволит США отправлять экстренные предупреждения всем пользователям беспроводной связи в мертвых зонах – даже если они не подписались на эту услугу. Это связано с тем, что сотовая технология Starlink будет использовать орбитальные спутники для передачи мобильной связи и интернета пользователям на Земле.

– Обдумав все до мелочей, SpaceX Starlink будет бесплатно предоставлять доступ к мобильным телефонам экстренных служб для людей, попавших в беду. Это касается всего мира, при условии одобрения правительствами стран, – продолжил Маск.

Более подробной информации Маск пока не предоставил. Но полученный сервис обещает быть похожим на функцию Apple Emergency SOS для iPhone, которая также в настоящее время бесплатна для iPhone 14 и выше. В случае с Apple спутниковая служба уже спасла жизни людей в отдаленных районах, где нет традиционной сотовой связи.

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Apple Introduces Four Critical Emergency Features On iPhone And Watch

New Delhi, 22nd August 2024: Apple has unveiled four new emergency features on its iPhone and Apple Watch, designed to enhance user safety during critical situations. Available on the iPhone 14, iPhone 15, Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE (2nd generation), and Apple Watch Ultra, these features include Emergency SOS, Crash Detection, Fall Detection, and Emergency SOS via Satellite. With…