#Retail Price: $160 USD

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Photos from Trinidad Carnival Diary's post

Did you all know that Trinidad winner of Project Runway, Anya Ayoung Chee designed a pair or Adidas Forums relasing February 1st? "In its latest form, adidas collaborates with the S.E.E.D. collective for a unique Forum Mid. Inspired by a vibrant “Carnival” theme in partnership with Caribbean designer Anya Ayoung-Chee, it’s set for release at the Caribana Toronto festival in early August. The overlays feature luxurious gold leather with a snakeskin texture, extending across the entire shoe. Mesh panels in gold showcase abstract multicolored patterns. A marbled teal/purple heel and glittery gum outsole add uniqueness. The adidas Forum Mid “Carnival” releases on February 1, 2024, at select retailers and adidas.com. Priced at $160 USD in unisex sizing, it promises a visually striking and vibrant look." Source: https://sneakerbardetroit.com/adidas-forum-mid-carnival/ (Feed generated with FetchRSS) http://dlvr.it/T2C73p

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How Much Does an App Cost in Different Locations? App Pricing Insights

When considering the cost of custom mobile app development services, it's crucial to keep in mind that iOS app development services often come with their own unique pricing structures. These services cater to the vast user base of Apple devices, offering businesses an opportunity to tap into a premium market segment. Understanding the intricacies of iOS app development costs can be instrumental in making informed decisions for your business's digital transformation.

When considering app development costs, the geographical location plays a significant role. For instance, app development India often offers cost-effective solutions without compromising quality, making it an attractive destination for businesses looking to create apps within budget constraints. In this blog, we'll delve into the specifics of app development in India and explore other critical factors affecting the overall cost. Let's begin our journey into the world of app development economics.

Region-wise App Development Cost Breakdown

When it comes to iPhone app development, the geographic location of your development team plays a pivotal role in determining costs. iPhone apps development costs can vary considerably from one region to another due to variations in labor rates, skill levels, and market demands. Understanding these regional differences is essential for planning an efficient and cost-effective app development strategy.

For your convenience & better understanding, below we’ve shared a table with the estimated cost of custom app development based on several geographical locations:

Countries or Regions

Hourly Rates in USD

Description

India

$20 to $40 per hour

Low labor cost & high quality services

Eastern Europe

$30 to $70 per hour

Good balance between quality & costs

Western Europe

$80 to $100 per hour

High labor cost with good quality works

Australia

$100 to $140 per hour

High labor cost & development rates

United Kingdom

$120 to $150 per hour

High labor cost with top quality works

United States

$140 to $160 per hour

Highest labor cost & development rates

As you can see in the table, the price differences are fully substantial.

If you consider US-based developers, you need to pay $140 to $160 per hour for app development, which is more expensive than in other regions.

If you want to get premium quality services at a budget-friendly rate, it’s best to choose India based app making agencies that offer comprehensive solutions with the lowest app pricing. 

Indian app developers proficiently adopt advanced approaches to coding that make mobile applications more resilient, secure, and scalable. 

Industry-wise App-making Costs

Custom mobile app development is dominating almost every industry – from fintech to eCommerce. Therefore, the total cost of app development deeply varies depending on the types of industry domains. This is because every industry or sector has different requirements as well as complexities. Here is a complete breakdown of industry-wise app-making costs based on typical features and functionalities:

1. Lifestyle Apps

Range of costs: $15,000 to $300,000

Industry domains: Fashion & beauty, online dating, traveling, etc.

Description: 

Lifestyle apps are always in great demand. These apps are primarily designed with basic functionalities, intuitive user interfaces, and eye-catching content. Developers take 900 to 1200 hours to make sophisticated lifestyle apps for users. Some of the prime examples of lifestyle apps include Myntra, Zivame, Uber, etc.

2. eCommerce Apps

Range of costs: $30,000 to $150,000+

Industry domains: Fashion, online retail, electronics, etc.

Description: 

eCommerce apps are known for their revolutionized online shopping experiences and user engagement. As per a report, the number of eCommerce app users will hit 2.77 billion worldwide by 2025. A sophisticated eCommerce app with basic features like shopping carts, product listing, user accounts & payment integration usually takes 1200 hours.

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3. Social Networking Apps

Range of costs: $50,000 to $250,000+

Industry domains: Social media, online dating, and networking.

Description: 

Social networking apps have a separate fanbase across the world. From Instagram, and Snapchat to Facebook, and WhatsApp, social media apps are extensively used for sharing photos, and videos, connecting with friends, streaming videos, and so on. A feature-packed social app (features include messaging, notifications & user profiles) usually takes 1200 to 1400 hours to develop.

4. Healthcare & Fitness Apps

Range of costs: $80,000 to $200,000+

Industry domains: Health monitoring, telemedicine, fitness tracking, etc.

Description: 

Mobile apps are transforming the healthcare industry with real-time tracking, streamlined patient care, health data integration, and medical data security features. From creating custom diet plans to measuring vitals, these apps take healthcare solutions to the next level. Developers take 900 to 1200 hours to create feature-rich healthcare & fitness apps.

5. Fintech Apps

Range of costs: $50,000 to $500,000+

Industry domains: Online banking, insurance, online payment processing, etc.

Description: 

FinTech or Financial Technology applications are known for their top-end security features. Developing these apps with advanced technology requires proper tech skills and knowledge. Professional app developers usually take 1200 to 1400 hours to build FinTech apps with sophisticated features & functionalities.

6. EduTech Apps

Range of costs: $20,000 to $150,000+

Industry domains: Online tutoring, e-learning, language learning, etc.

Description: 

EduTech mobile apps effectively streamline online learning and teaching methods. A sophisticated education application with intuitive features like personalized learning, a user-friendly interface, interactive content, and progress tracking usually takes 1000 to 1200 hours to develop.

7. Gaming Apps

Range of costs: $60,000 to  $500,000+

Industries: AR/VR, mobile gaming, etc.

Range of costs: $60,000 to  $500,000+

Description: Nowadays, the gaming app market is excessively competitive. Therefore, the average cost to develop an app significantly depends on graphics, the game’s complexity levels, UI/UX design, and other functionalities. Developers usually take more than 1800 hours to develop a feature-rich gaming application.

How to Develop an App?

From conceptualization and planning to final deployment, the process of developing an application involves different stages. Here’s a quick overview that you must know:

1. Project Planning & Research

Define your project first and address the pain points that you need to solve through your app

Conduct deep market research to know the competition, user demands & target audience

Create a rough sketch of the UI and concept of your app, including key features & functionalities

2. App Design

Hire a developer’s team who will create wireframes & prototypes to visualize UI/UX

Check and evaluate the app design, ensuring that it will perfectly align with your expectations

3. Development

Developers use the right technology stacks like frameworks & tools for your project

They create the front-end and back-end infrastructure of your application

Focus on features, functionalities & third-party integrations that will make your app secure and scalable

4. App Testing

Conduct usability testing to address bugs and fix them instantly

Perform compatibility testing on different operating systems and devices

Test your app to evaluate data privacy and security vulnerabilities

5. Deployment

Prepare the application for final release by making app store listings

Create a developer account with the app store & follow submission guidelines

Launch the application and make it live for your users

6. Maintenance and Deployment

Gather user feedback & track your overall app performance

Enhance your app by providing updates with the latest features & bug fixes

Keep the application up-to-date with the new operating systems & devices

Final Words

Any app development project is a long-term investment. Therefore, carefully evaluating all your project requirements & budget constraints is essential before embarking on the journey. If your budget is very high, North America and the United Kingdom will be the best location to find your app development partner.

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On the other hand, if you want extremely high-quality work within a limited budget, India will be at the top of your list. However, the ultimate choice is completely yours. There is no fixed value of mobile app development cost, whether you choose India or the USA, the total cost will vary in many ways.

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Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine Market Research Reports 2023-2030

The Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine market report provides a detailed analysis of global market size, regional and country-level market size, segmentation market growth, market share, competitive landscape, sales analysis, the impact of domestic and global Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine market players, value chain optimization, trade regulations, recent developments, opportunities analysis, strategic market growth analysis, product launches, area marketplace expanding, and technological innovations. According to our latest study, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the global Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine market size is estimated to be worth USD million in 2023 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD million by 2030 with a CAGR of Present during the forecast period 2023-2030. Independent Retailer accounting for present of the Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine global market in 2023, is projected to value USD million by 2030, growing at a present CAGR in the next seven years. While Online segment is altered to a present CAGR between 2023 and 2030.

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The major participants in the Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine Market is: Audi, Bmw, Ford, Honda, Mercedes Benz, Nissan, Toyota, Public, Volvo, Byd, Buick, Haver, China Faw, Auspicious, Cadillac, Kia, Chang'An

These companies can provide you with items, relevant financial data, recent trends, SWOT analysis, and strategies.

A global potential assessment and business predictions for the years 2023-2030 are included in the Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine Market research. The study's base year is 2023, with a projection covering the years 2023 through 2030. A market report is a succinct summary of the worldwide industry that includes a thorough assessment. This Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine market is separated into various parts, each of which is provided a full geographical analysis during the study period. The research provides a thorough examination of the industry, covering definitions, categories, uses, and the industry value chain structure, which will be useful to companies of all sizes and revenue levels. This survey study covers the essential business insights and industry strategy for COVID-19 in the coming years.

In 2023, the top players accounted for the majority of the global market, even though the Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine market is diversified with numerous large and small players. Many large corporations are creating strategic agreements to boost their market share in this intensely competitive industry. 

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Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine Market segment by Type, covers:

Turn Fur

Genuine Leather

Rubber

Carbon Fiber

Other

Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine Market segment by Application, can be divided into:

 Passenger Vehicles

Commercial Vehicles

In the Diethanol Monoisopropanolamine market study, each regional market segment is analyzed and studied in terms of the key regional spectrum of market reach. Import, export, growth, supply, and usage are all covered in detail in the report. This research study covers Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia), Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, and Italy), North America (USA, Canada, and Mexico), South America (Brazil, Argentina), and the Middle East and Africa (UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa).

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The Half Cab Hiker marks a true fusion between the Half Cab and Timberland’s Euro Hiker, a lightweight-yet-sturdy hiking boot that was initially released in 1988 and has since become a mainstay in global subcultures, much like the Half Cab. While the Euro Hiker is most identifiable for its clean, earth-toned silhouette, its firm construction makes it the ideal cold-weather boot for metropolitan terrain trotters.

In the capsule, the Half Cab’s recognizable 5/8-cut upper lands atop the Euro Hiker’s boot tooling, and both are accentuated with metal eyestays and two-tone round boot laces. Composed of canvas and Timberland’s premium leather, each pair boasts ReBOTL™ lining that comprises 50% recycled plastic. Elsewhere, the shoes, which arrive in Wheat and Chocolate/Olive colorways, enlist padded leather collars, rubber lug outsoles and dual iconography.

Alongside the Half Cab Hiker, Vans offers an original reinvention of Timberland’s Premium 6-Inch Waterproof Boots. The silhouette, which first stepped out in 1973, receives streetwear, skate-inspired and all-black updates, under an entirely new moniker: the Vans Skateboarding x Timberland 6-Inch Boot.

The Vans Skateboarding x Timberland collaboration will launch on December 20 via select Vans & Timberland retail stores, Vans’ website and Timberland’s website. The Half Cab Hikers are priced at $160 USD while the 6-Inch Boot retails for $230 USD.

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Air Jordan 2/3 "Varsity Red"

Introducing the Air Jordan 2/3: A Fresh Take on Classic Silhouettes

Sneakerheads rejoice as the latest remix of iconic Air Jordans, the Air Jordan 2/3, emerges onto the scene. After a tantalizing sneak peek last month, the anticipation only grows with the accidental launch of the sneaker's product page by UNDEFEATED. Now, eager enthusiasts can indulge in a closer examination of the Air Jordan 2/3, particularly in its striking "Varsity Red" colorway.

This fusion of the Air Jordan 2 and Air Jordan 3 pays homage to the beloved OG designs while injecting a contemporary twist. The result? A silhouette that seamlessly blends heritage with innovation, promising to capture the hearts of sneaker aficionados worldwide.

As the release date looms closer, excitement mounts for what promises to be a standout addition to any collection. Keep an eye out for updates as the Air Jordan 2/3 is slated to hit shelves this summer, priced at $160 USD. Make sure to mark your calendars for its drop on Nike SNKRS and select retailers—you won't want to miss out on this must-have sneaker of the season.

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10 MOST ICONIC JORDAN'S

10 MOST ICONIC JORDAN’S

Jordan One SOLEFLY 2018 The SoleFly x Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG was release exclusively through a special release event on 08 December 2018. And the retail price tag is set at $160 USD each. SOLEFLY AIR JORDAN 1 HIGH OG 2. Jordan One Not for resale 2018 Jordan 1 Retro High “Not for Resale” Varsity Red. This Jordan 1 comes with a white leather upper plus black accents, black Nike “Swoosh”,…

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FRP Tank Market Size, Growth, Strategic Trends and Forecast to 2027

The research report "Global FRP Tank Market: By Fibre Reinforcement (Glass fibre and Carbon fibre), By Material Type (Polyester, Epoxy, Vinyl esters and others), By Application (Water & Waste Water, Pulp & Paper, Chemicals, Oil & gas, Power), End User (Aerospace, Construction, Transportation, Others) and Geography -Global/Region/Country Forecast to 2027", The Global FRP Tank Market was valued at US$ 2.08 Billion in the year 2020 and anticipated to grow USD 3.34 Billion by 2027 at CAGR of 7% over the forecast period 2021-2027.

Glance our 200 slides market research and competitive intelligence research report, 25 Tables and 65 Figures and other qualitative sections with an in-depth TOC on "Global FRP Tank Market: By Fibre Reinforcement (Glass fibre and Carbon fibre), By Material Type (Polyester, Epoxy, Vinyl esters and others), By Application (Water & Waste Water, Pulp & Paper, Chemicals, Oil & gas, Power), End User (Aerospace, Construction, Transportation, Others) and Geography - Global/Region/Country Forecast to 2027".

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Growing demand for FRP tanks from water treatment plants and chemical industries to drive the market

FRP is a modern composite material utilized to construct chemical plant equipment like vessels and tanks. This material is leaf proof. FRP makes use of two basic laminate types such as a structural laminate and a corrosion barrier. FRP tanks are the vessels made using fiberglass-reinforced plastic. FRP tank market will experience considerable CAGR during the forecast period owing to the factors such as increasing chemical industries, oil and gas industries and waste water treatment plants. In addition, FRP tanks have several crucial benefits to provide such as easy maintenance, light weight and high physical strength. Another leading factor boosting the Global FRP Tank Market over the forecast time frame is the wide range of applications of FRP tanks in various industries to store chemicals or any other corrosive material. But, the high price of composites and lack of awareness about product can hinder the FRP tank market growth

There is growing awareness among people about water pollution as well as water management across the globe hence, a number of projects related to this began by the governments from different countries and started using FRP tanks for storing waste water. Furthermore, the wide use of FRP tanks in paper and pulp industry is also projected to drive the market growth over the forecast period 2021-2027.

Impact of COVID-19 FRP Tank Market: In addition, the report discusses the implications of COVID-19, including the industry's initial response and strategies for ensuring business continuity in the coming years. Asia-Pacific Dominating the Global FRP Tank Market among Other Regions

Asia Pacific became the larger market revenue share obtainer in the market witnessing considerable CAGR. There are a number of factors that accelerate the market growth in this region such as growing count of desalinations plants, increasing replacement of old existing tanks, looming freshwater shortage, increasing demand from retail fuel stations, conservation of rainwater, huge demand for energy and growing demand for non-corrosive and lightweight storage tanks from industries like power, chemical and water & waste water industries. FRP tank market in North America is anticipated to witness considerable rate due to the presence of chemical industries in the region.

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Competitive Assessment:

There are a number of prominent industry players working in the Global FRP Tank Market and some of them are ZCL Composites (Canada), Enduro Composites (U.S.), LF Manufacturing (U.S.), Edwards Fiberglass (U.S), Denali Inc. (U.S.), EPP Composites (India), Hexagon Composite Engineering Sdn Bhd (Malaysia), Composite Technology Development, Inc. (U.S.), Luxfer Group (U.K.) and Hexagon Composites ASA (Norway).

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Pre-order Now: Twelfth Scale Supreme Action Figure (Terminator 2: Judgement Day – T-1000)

We have started pre-order for Twelfth Scale Supreme Action Figure (Terminator 2: Judgement Day – T-1000) through our online store and global retailers. Two versions (Normal and Exclusive) are available!

Great Twins online store: http://greattwins.com/online-store/

  Product Details (Normal Version)

-Approximately 16cm in height

-One (1) Action body with over 25 points of articulation

-One (1) Detailed head sculpture featuring hand painted likeness of Robert Patrick in his appearance as T-1000 in “Terminator 2: Judgement Day”

-One (1) Interchangeable damaged hollow half head sculpt

-Magnetic neck to enable flexible rotation for the head

-Three (3) pairs of interchangeable hands

-One (1) pair of interchangeable metal-like hook arms

-One (1) Interchangeable metal-like pointing forefinger

-One (1) Interchangeable metal-like pointed hand

-One (1) Police officer dark blue shirt with name tag and badge

-One (1) Police officer dark blue pants with black buckled belt and pouches

-One (1) pair of black shoes

-One (1) Pistol

-One (1) set of magazines packs

-One (1) Pen

-One (1) Walkie talkie

-One (1) Torch

-One (1) set of handcuffs

-Magnetic bullet hits in various sizes

-One (1) Figure stand

  Product Details (Exclusive Version)

-Approximately 16cm in height

-One (1) Action body with over 25 points of articulation

-One (1) Detailed head sculpture featuring hand painted likeness of Robert Patrick in his appearance as T-1000 in “Terminator 2: Judgement Day”

-One (1) Interchangeable damaged hollow half head sculpt

-Magnetic neck to enable flexible rotation for the head

-Three (3) pairs of interchangeable hands

-One (1) pair of interchangeable metal-like hook arms

-One (1) Interchangeable metal-like pointing forefinger

-One (1) Interchangeable metal-like pointed hand

-One (1) Police officer dark blue shirt with name tag and badge

-One (1) Police officer dark blue pants with black buckled belt and pouches

-One (1) pair of black shoes

-One (1) Pistol

-One (1) set of magazines packs

-One (1) Pen

-One (1) Walkie talkie

-One (1) Torch

-One (1) set of handcuffs

-Magnetic bullet hits in various sizes

-One (1) Figure stand

-One (1) T-1000 liquid metal statue (approximately 16cm in height)

  Retail Price (Normal Version): USD$100 / RMB$700 / SGD$140

Retail Price (Exclusive Version): USD$115 / RMB$795 / SGD$160

  Release Date: Third Quarter of 2019

  Worldwide Licensee: Great Twins Pte Ltd

  License By: Studiocanal S. A. S.

Great Twins: Twelfth Scale Supreme Action Figure (Terminator 2: Judgement Day – T-1000) Pre-order Now: Twelfth Scale Supreme Action Figure (Terminator 2: Judgement Day – T-1000) We have started pre-order for Twelfth Scale Supreme Action Figure (Terminator 2: Judgement Day – T-1000) through our online store and global retailers.

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Jordan Dub Zero "Legend Blue" Receives an Official Release Date

Jordan Brand is set to drop the Dub Zero in a colorway inspired by the Air Jordan 11 “Legend Blue.”

The initial colorway was first debutd in 2014 and arrived in a white and icy blue transluscent outsole. The Jordan Dub Zero “Legend Blue” takes design cues from the original shoe, incorporates multiple elements from other Jordan Brand classics like the Air Jordan 4, 6, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17 and 20. The colorwya sees the shoe come dressed in white, legend blue, black and neutral grey. The upper is donned in an all-white leather and features laser printed details on the side panels. The “Legend Blue” details are highlighted on the midsole, rounding out the design with a grey and white outsole. The tongue also features the Jumpan logo and “Two 3” stitched in the blue as a nod to the legendary Michael Jordan.

Take a look above at the Jordan Dub Zero “Legend Blue” and ready for the release on October 1, 2022 for a price of $160 USD in select retailers and online at Nike.

In other footwear news, take a look at the Air Jordan 1 Low SE “Split” in a red, grey and black colorway.

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Jordan Dub Zero Returning in “Legend Blue”

Originally released in 2005, the Dub Zero was Jordan Brands first hybrid model featuring elements from previous Air Jordans. For 2022, the silhouette will be returning in original and non-original colorways like this “Legend Blue” makeup.

Dressed in a White, Legend Blue, Black, and Neutral Grey color scheme resembling the OG “Photo Blue” release. This offering of the Jordan Dub Zero features a White leather base with signature laser print on the sides and Black patent leather overlays. Legend Blue contrasting accents atop a Grey rubber sole completes the design.

Check out the official photos below, and look for the Jordan Dub Zero “Legend Blue” to release in the coming months at select retailers and Nike.com. The retail price tag is set at $160 USD.

Jordan Dub Zero “Legend Blue” Color: White/Legend Blue-Black-Neutral Grey Style Code: 311046-114 Release Date: 2022 Price: $160

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Yu Yu Hakusho, a review

(Disclaimer: The following is a non-profit unprofessional blog post written by an unprofessional blog poster. All purported facts and statement are little more than the subjective, biased opinion of said blog poster. In other words, don’t take anything I say too seriously.) Just the facts 'Cause you're in a Hurry! Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price for Season (MSRP):  80 dollars for the entire series on Digital. 80 Dollars for the entire series on DVD. Animation Studio: Pierrot Licensed and Localized by: Funimation Entertainment Audio: Both English and Japanese Audio available Price per episode: 2 USD per Episode when bought digitally. 1.40 When bought in a season. (20 Dollars when bought per season vs 56 Dollars when bought individually). Length per Episode: 25 Minutes on average. 21 Without Intro and Ending song. Number of Discs: 4 DVD Discs per season. 16 DVD Discs in total. Episodes per Disc: 6 or 7. Bonus Features: Trailers for other Funimation licensed shows. Also on: Blu-ray, Hulu, Crunchyroll and Funimation Now, paid subscription services that allows dual language streaming of select shows. How much I paid: 160 Dollars/USD. (80 for the DVDs. 80 for the digital licenses for the show). Number of Episodes: 112 Episodes My Personal Biases: Gather round, old Toonami Faithful. Back in the 2000’s, I followed Hakusho closely when it was released on Toonami and Adult Swim. So, you can imagine, I’m heavily biased in favor of this series. My Verdict: Yu Yu Hakusho represents the last of an era. Not only is it a classic from the 90’s, but it’s a lean, matter of fact Shounen Anime that probably has the least amount of filler during a time Dragon Ball Z spent endless days on the Namek Saga. Still beautifully rendered, great score, fast paced action and one of the few Funimation dubs that manages to be more interesting than the sub script and you have one of the last few anime out there worth seeing. Buy it! KEEP IN MIND: Anime series and Western Television have very different formats when selling shows. While Western TV Seasons have one story arc that ends and begins within the season, Dubbed Anime is usually released in multiple volumes and releases. For example, While Yu Yu Hakusho each as 28 Episodes per season, Story Arcs, such as the infamous Dark Tournament Saga, beginning and ending points not found in an individual season. Author’s Note: The following review will be a review of the dubbed version of the show localized by Funimation Entertainment. While the majority of the scenes remain unchanged, the Funimation translated script contains additional dialogue, observations and jokes not found in the original version. Please keep that in mind. WARNING: SPOILERS Yu Yu Hakusho, a review

"And so it all begins. This boy's name is Yusuke. He's fourteen years old, and is supposed to be the hero of this story. But oddly enough... he's dead."

Yusuke Urameshi is a delinquent more likely to get into fistfights with classmates than attend class. Scolded by everyone, from his alcoholic mother to childhood friend, Keiko, to his principal, Yusuke ditches school. But when a young boy is about to be hit by a car, Yusuke literally dies protecting the child. As a ghost with the help of a surprisingly cheerful Botan, the Grim Reaper, Yusuke learns that there was something of this life worth living. When Yusuke returns to life, he becomes a Spirt Detective, assigned from Spirit World to hunt down Rogue Demons. With the help of his classmate, Kazuma Kuwabara, and two enemies turned teammates, the Fox Demon reborn Kurama and the mischievous Hiei, Yusuke faces a whole slew of opponents he’d never thought he’d face. Has it really been 25 years since Yu Yu Hakusho first debuted in Japan? It’s hard to imagine Yu Yu Hakusho being made the way it was. This 112 Shounen Anime series managed to end on a complete note. Think about other shows in the genre. Shows like DBZ, Naruto, Bleach and One Piece manage to have over 200 episodes each and filled with filler and theatrical released movies. Other Shounen shows like this, like Soul Eater, manage to end on 26 episodes or around 50. But then there’s Yu Yu Hakusho, a show that had over 100 episodes with little to no filler but never achieved the merchandising empires Dragonball and Naruto had. Even Bleach, a series that had popularity drain out by the end of its run, was able to span more episodes and had more theatrical releases. One of the key successes was limiting the cast to a group of familiar but complex faces. The Team of Yusuke, Kuwabara, Hiei and Kurama were all memorable, but the interaction within the group was so great that it could span a couple of episodes. Each had a different morality and perspective. The Main character was a smart-ass with a potty mouth with a deep sense of morality, Kuwabara seemed to have a strong sense of honor and persistence, Kurama had a collected calm of a general while Hiei was always getting into trouble for his own reasons. Not only did the four manage to make each scenario interesting but the interaction with one another is something to be written about for the ages. One of the things I found surprising was how beautiful the animation manages to hold up. Granted, it still uses 90’s tricks such as speed lines and fade outs, but each fight seemed not only well choreographed but colored and detailed in a way that made me come back to watch more. Add to that, Togashi’s emphasis to make fights more strategic and detailed, and I found myself rewatching old fights again and again. Looking back, the fights always thrilled me but as I grew older, I appreciated Kurama’s fights more. That’s not to say Yusuke’s, Hiei’s or even Kuwabara’s fights were bad, but they generally devolved into “who’s stronger” fistfights with fireballs. Kurama’s usually revolved around a sense of strategy and out smarting his opponent with plant based wapons. The series got a number of dubs but the most famous one by far is the English version by Funimation Entertainment. I know Funimation gets a lot of flak for its translation issues, but Yu Yu Hakusho manages to use localization to its benefit, in that they make Yusuke, the loud mouthed delinquent that had little cares for the world, extremely likable and funny. Fans will recognize veteran voice actors such as Chuck Huber (who voiced 17 in Dragonball Z) as Hiei, John Burgmeier (Who voiced Tien) as Kurama and Chris Sabat (Who voiced Vegeta, Yamcha and Piccolo) as Kuwabara. Each shows a surprising amount of range as each character (especially Sabat) and manages to rival their Japanese counterparts. But Justin Cook steals the show as Yusuke Urameshi. That’s not to say Nozomu Sasaki, Yusuke’s Japanese Voice Performer, does a bad job, but Justin Cook manages to bring Yusuke to life thanks to some adlibbing and great comedic timing. (While Cook voiced Yusuke, he also acted as the Line Director at Funimation).

The Funimation Script took liberties from the original source material and added additional lines not found in the original version. But, I feel this is one of the times where it benefits the scripts as well as the personalities. Yusuke’s additional dialogue not only manages to be funny but also solidifies the fact that if Yusuke were a real person, he’d be a pain in the ass to deal with. The soundtrack is a masterpiece. Another Yusuke, Yusuke Honma, composed the soundtrack. It not only managed to be dramatic, but comedic, emotional and powerful at the same time. Struggle of Sadness manages to be one of my all time favorites to listen to.

The clear fan favorite out of all the story arcs is the Dark Tournament. When Yusuke is forced to compete in a life or death tournament involving some of the strongest demons out there, he’ll have to gather up his teammates and duke it out with some of the series most memorable opponents. It not only manages to be a good tournament arc, but also a great training arc and a lesson in mortality vs immortality. If nothing else, get the Dark Tournament saga. Verdict: Do you like Shounen Anime? Do you like owning a series and paying far less than for other long running series? Are you a fan of 90’s anime? IF you’ve answered yes, Yu Yu Hakusho is definitely a show to check out. Don’t let this one miss you! Full Price!

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The Patta x Nike Air Max 1 Features A Wavy Mudguard Reminiscent Of The Air Max 2 ’94

Patta has been quite picky with their collaborations ever since the start of the year, only presenting two — one with New Balance, the next with Vans — in 2021 thus far. But with the Summer coming to a close, it seems the Amsterdam-based label is picking up the pace as they team back up with Nike for an Air Max 2 influenced take on the Air Max 1.

At a glance, the pair is quite distinct, supplemented by additional and slightly tweaked overlays. The colorway, however, is far more simple, opting for a greyed mesh base, adjacent white leather panels, and accents of a deep orange. The latter pops along the entire side, the Swoosh, and part of the tri-color sole, which sandwiches the warm tone between shades of tan and black. Immediately above, a yellowed midsole adds vintage effect, further nodding to the aforementioned AM2 and the many years since its ’94 debut. What’s more, in more explicit nod to the somewhat forgotten silhouette, the mudguard is given a wave-like cut not too unlike its inspiration.

For a quick peek at what’s ahead, see the leaked imagery below. Priced at $160 USD, the Patta x Nike Air Max 1 should hit Nike SNKRS and possibly select retailers soon with a special box in tow.

UPDATE 09/24/21: Patta’s Masta Lee posted an updated look at their upcoming Air Max 1 collaboration.

Patta x Nike Air Max 1 Release Date: Upcoming 2021 Mens: $160