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I can’t wait to upgrade my coffee maker to the next version of CoffeeOS–I hear it’ll run even more apps. advertisement advertisement This is a scenario that’s fantasy right now, but it’s also just around the corner technologically speaking. It’s one of the secret benefits of the Internet Of Things, far more interesting than merely letting your fridge talk to the Internet. And its born of a hybrid between your dumbest household appliances, and some of the cutting edge tech that makes your iPhone work. The Smartphone Upgrade Cycle A handful of years ago, if you wanted to do even the simplest new things with your phone–play games, take a picture, or a video and so on, you had to buy a whole new phone. We all played this game back then, looking for phones with a camera, or one that could also play MP3s, albeit very clunkily. No surprise then that the average U.S. home has so many old, unwanted cell phones tucked away. And then … [Read more...] about If You Like Delicious Coffee, You Are Going To Looooove The Internet Of Things

Of all the noxious, insulting stereotypes millennials have to endure about their generation — that they're self-centered, lazy, and entitled, not to mention the fucking avocado toast — none merits rioting in the streets like the fetid narrative that millennials are useless parasites leeching off their far more industrious, far more successful, endlessly responsible parents. Especially because it’s not true. And I’m not being defensive. Data proves it. In fact, just as many American millennials have been quietly supporting their parents as boomers who have been supporting their adult children.BuzzFeed News performed our own analysis of US Census Bureau data, the official source of demographic information in the country. The bureau conducts a study called the Survey of Income and Program Participation that asks people a few questions relevant to this issue: how old they are, if they are financially supporting any adult children age 21 or older living outside their … [Read more...] about This Data Proves — Once And For All — The Stereotypes About Lazy Millennials Are Wrong

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China’s dominant e-commerce firm Alibaba Group Holding raked in $23 billion worth of sales in the first nine hours of its annual Singles’ Day shopping extravaganza on Monday, setting records as the event celebrates its 11th year. The logo of Alibaba Group is seen during Alibaba Group's 11.11 Singles' Day global shopping festival at the company's headquarters in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China, November 10, 2019. REUTERS/Aly Song The 24-hour shopping event is akin to Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the United States and has become a highlight of China’s e-commerce industry, with other retailers running concurrent promotions. This year, Alibaba netted $1 billion in sales in the event’s first 68 seconds. Here are some quick facts about China’s e-commerce’s industry: WORLD’S BIGGEST China is on track to book $1.94 trillion in e-commerce sales in 2019, more than three times the United States which is in second … [Read more...] about Factbox: China’s love of e-commerce powers Alibaba’s Singles’ Day

(Refiles to clarify that JD.com’s logistics network and the FedEx parcel delivery service are separate items) By Brenda Goh SHANGHAI, Nov 11 (Reuters) - China’s dominant e-commerce firm Alibaba Group Holding raked in $23 billion worth of sales in the first nine hours of its annual Singles’ Day shopping extravaganza on Monday, setting records as the event celebrates its 11th year. The 24-hour shopping event is akin to Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the United States and has become a highlight of China’s e-commerce industry, with other retailers running concurrent promotions. This year, Alibaba netted $1 billion in sales in the event’s first 68 seconds. Here are some quick facts about China’s e-commerce’s industry: WORLD’S BIGGEST China is on track to book $1.94 trillion in e-commerce sales in 2019, more than three times the United States which is in second place with $586.92 billion, a report from researcher eMarketer shows. China … [Read more...] about REFILE-FACTBOX-China’s love of e-commerce powers Alibaba’s Singles’ Day

Floods are considered to be among our earth’s most destructive natural hazards. Within a five year span between 2011 and 2015, the estimated property damage caused by floods throughout the United States was approximately $34 billion. More funding for water, sanitation sectors- Okowa(Opens in a new browser tab) It is possible for us to mitigate some of the damages caused by a flood, if we are well acquainted with what to do before, during, and after a flood. Mentioned below are some of those flood prevention tips. Before a Flood: If you already know that a flood is on its way, try your best to take these measures to minimize damage. Build barriers such as floodwalls, beams, or levees to protect your home from floodwater. Seal all your basement walls with waterproofing materials to minimize seepage. Listen to television or radio for updated information. Gather as much emergency supplies as possible. Bring in all your outdoor possessions such as trash cans, grills, and … [Read more...] about Tips to keep your family safe from a flood