![]() You can see more details about the ROG XG Mobile module here. This USB-C supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 data transfer speed, DisplayPort 1.4, and Power Delivery. If you don't plan on using this module, you can use the USB-C port independently. The ROG XG Mobile module has an integrated 330W adapter to power the module and the laptop simultaneously. It also acts as a hub containing three USB-As and a USB-C (all four are USB 3.2 Gen 2), an HDMI 2.1, a DisplayPort 1.4, an Ethernet, and an SD card reader. This module uses the proprietary port and the USB-C port next to it to function, letting you access a more powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU (150W TGP). On the left side of the laptop near the back is the ROG XG Mobile Interface, a proprietary PCIe port designed for use with ASUS' eGPU module (sold separately). The latter allows for fast charging of the laptop (up to 130W) and other PD-compatible devices connected to the port. The USB-C beside it supports USB4 (up to 40Gbps data transfer speed), DisplayPort 1.4, and Power Delivery. The USB-A port supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 data transfer speed (up to 10Gbps). The ASUS X13 2023 has a great port selection. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 (60W TGP with Dynamic Boost).NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 (60W TGP with Dynamic Boost).NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6 (60W TGP with Dynamic Boost).AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS (8 cores/16 threads, up to 5.2GHz, 16MB 元 cache). ![]() This laptop is available in four preset configurations you can see them in the table below. We tested the ASUS ROG Flow X13 (model GV302XI-CS96) with a 165Hz QHD+ IPS display, an AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS CPU, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 discrete GPU, 32GB of RAM, 1TB of storage. You can see our unit's specifications and the available configurations in the Differences Between Variants section. Like the 2022 model, there's a proprietary PCIe port that connects to ASUS' ROG XG Mobile Interface (sold separately), giving you access to a more powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU (150W) and additional ports. The display depends on the model the base configuration with integrated graphics has an FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 120Hz panel, while models with an NVIDIA discrete GPU have a QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 165Hz panel. It also has a higher-resolution 1080p IR camera and a larger-capacity 75Wh battery. Port selection has changed with the addition of a USB 4.0 port (130W Power Delivery), a MicroSD card reader, and HDMI 2.1 support. The 2023 model has many upgrades over its predecessor, including a newer AMD Ryzen 9 7945HS CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-series GPU options, up to an RTX 4070 running at a TGP of 60W with Dynamic Boost. It replaces the ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301) from 2022. The ASUS ROG Flow X13 (2023) is a high-end ultraportable gaming laptop.
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![]() Two new expedition ships are also set to launch in June 2021 and May 2022. ![]() Two 600-passenger sister ships - Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Ovation - debuted in 20, respectively. Seabourn sails three sister ships: Seabourn Odyssey (launched in 2009 refurbished in 2017), Seabourn Quest (2011 2016 refurb) and Seabourn Sojourn (2010 2017 refurb), each accommodating 458 passengers. Crystal Endeavour, a polar-class mega-yacht, will debut August 2020.įor the purpose of this story, we'll focus mainly on the cruise ships. The Diamond Class vessel will be about 67,000 GRT and can accommodate around 800 passengers. The line also sails the 62-passenger Crystal Esprit yacht (2015) and five riverboats: the 154-passenger Crystal Mozart (2016), the 110-passenger Crystal Bach (2017), and the 106-passenger Crystal Debussy (2018), Crystal Mahler (2017) and Crystal Ravel (2018).Ĭrystal will also introduce a new Diamond Class ship in 2022. & Canada, Hawaii, South America, Mexico, Panama Canal and Asia.You're probably most familiar with Crystal's two cruise ships: the 848-passenger Crystal Symphony (launched 1995, refurbished in 2017) and 980-passenger Crystal Serenity (2003, refurbished 2018). Incredible cruise vacations await on the unparalleled Crystal Serenity.Ĭrystal Serenity cruises to worldwide destinations, including Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska, Mediterranean, U.S. Family fun activities and youth programs are also available onboard. Delightful piano music can be heard at the popular Crystal Cove, ideal for relaxing pre-dinner cocktails. Enjoy pre-dinner dancing in the Starlite Club and watch a spectacular Broadway-like production at the magnificent Hollywood Theatre. Meet friends for a cocktail at the Avenue Saloon and The Bistro. If you like dancing, The Gentleman Host Program provides a dance partner for single female passengers, so you will never feel left out. Indulge in the 982-square-foot Crystal Penthouse, with a huge living space and elegant dining area, state-of-the-art audio-visual system and a personal butler, anticipating every need and much more.Įxciting evenings await on the stunning ship. Complimentary amenities also include wine and various spirits. TV, a DVD player and Internet are featured in all. Luxuriate in your spectacular home away from home, with more than 80 percent of all staterooms boasting private balconies, perfect for morning coffee, cocktails and romantic sunsets. Convenient Dining by Reservation™ is offered, as well as complimentary in-suite dining. Boasting menus sure to please the most discerning palate, as well as a separate one with mouthwatering four-course vegetarian dinners, never repeated during a cruise. ![]() Enjoy the Lido Café for a quick breakfast and lunch, the poolside Trident Bar & Grill and try Scoops Ice Cream Bar for a delicious treat.ĭine under the glow of crystal chandeliers on exquisite cuisine prepared in the classical French tradition with a regional twist, at the beautiful Crystal Dining Room. Casual eateries for daytime meals include Tastes, with themed luncheon buffets and The Bistro, a European-styled coffee and wine bar. Savor classic Italian dishes of Piero Selvaggi, owner of the famous Valentino restaurants, at Prego, for an unforgettable dining experience. Head to Silk Road, an elegant pan-Asian restaurant and The Sushi Bar, featuring dishes by legendary chef, "Nobu" Matsuhisa. Imagine savoring the culinary masterpieces of famous celebrity chefs. Leisurely days of pleasure means you can finally read that bestseller, so head to the well-stocked library, which also has DVD’s and various board games or relax by the pool. Shop for a variety of designer items at Avenue of the Stars - this incredible ship has it all. Take an enrichment class at the or a special theme cruise, such as the Crystal Wine & Food Festival at Sea. De-stress at the fabulous Crystal Spa as you are pampered with fabulous treatments for the mind, body and spirit. I def recommend giving them a try.Rubbermaid Brilliance BPA Free Food Storage Features A large drawer or bin would work well for storing them. The other side I leave down but it is open (not snapped shut) so it allows for air circulation inside but in doing this the containers do not stack neatly but are tilted and tipsy. ![]() What I do is I put the lids on and snap one side down. for the most part the containers do NOT stack inside each other and to keep them closed would make them smelly. It’s great to open the fridge or a cupboard and see everything stored inside! Cons- the tall containers are a bit too skinny and would work better if they were a bit wider/more robust on the bottom. Oh! and speaking of locking! Look no further, these lids lock SO EASY!! No more wearing yourself out trying to get those ridiculously impossible 4-sided style lids closed!! They are Brilliantly crystal clear. They seal airtight with a hiss when you press the lid down onto the container and snap down with gusto to lock. I love how there are very few sizes of lids. I don’t know what a dishwasher would do to them. ![]() They are def worth every penny if you take care of them and handle with care. I assume they hold up well when taken care of but I don’t know how they hold up to abuse. I haven’t cracked or scratched any of them so far, and I have A LOT of them. They’re not cheap so I hand wash them and try to be careful with them. ![]() ![]() Review:I’ve had these containers for probably a year now. 6 Cup large containers, plus lids, for a total of 44 pieces Product 2: Rubbermaid Modular Food Storage Containers can hold pasta, baking ingredients, or other pantry staples save space and keep pantry organized Product 2: Great for pet food easy to clean and scoop food from, and tight lids keep out moisture and humidity Product 2: Lids snap tight to help keep food fresh Product 2: Containers stack for compact storageĭate:Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2023 Product 1: Rubbermaid Brilliance 100 percent leak proof, airtight food storage containers feature crystal clear, BPA free Triton plastic that offers 360 degree clarity, and helps keep food fresh and secure Product 1: Bpa free containers stack perfectly to one another to save space and stay organized in the fridge or cabinet, and are safe for the dishwasher and freezer Lifetime Product 1: Brilliance plastic containers have built in vents under the latches that allow splatter resistant microwave reheating with the lid on Product 1: Set includes four 0. ![]() "Not one institution, not one organization, not even one sector can change it on its own," Simon says.Īt Starbucks, the changes will create ripple effects. But ultimately, she says, major change can happen only with corporate collaboration and government regulation. It also wants to push more suppliers in its production chain to provide recycled material and partners, such as universities and other locales that house stores, to be able to handle all that comes with reusable cups.Įrin Simon, vice president for plastic waste and business at World Wildlife Fund, says commitment from major companies can help. Starbucks sees the change as an opportunity to cast the siren, and the company, in a different light. "Our vision for the cup of the future - and our Holy Grail, if you will - is that the cup still has the iconic symbol on it," says Michael Kobori, head of sustainability at Starbucks. It provides a window into how companies go from ambitious sustainability targets to actual results. Pulling that off will be tricky and fraught with risks. The goal: to cut the company's waste, water use and carbon emissions in half by 2030. ![]() It's one of two dozen pilots over the last two years, aimed at changing how the world's largest coffee maker serves its java. Customers who don't bring their own are given a reusable plastic one that can be dropped off in bins around campus. And there's this: Could eliminating the millions of paper and plastic cups used each year hurt Starbucks? After all, those cups, in the hands of customers, are advertising - a market penetration that makes Starbucks feel ubiquitous.Īt the store where Patton gets her coffee, Starbucks already doesn't serve any in disposable paper or plastic cups. Still, while customers want companies to be environmentally conscious, that doesn't mean they're willing to give up convenience. That goes against customers' increasing expectations for companies to be part of the solution to climate change. Producing disposable products like cups creates greenhouse gas emissions, which warm the planet and lead to extreme weather events and other manifestations of climate change. Today's drive to overhaul the cup comes with an obvious business imperative. For example, in 2008 the company said that by 2015 it wanted 100% of its cups to be recyclable or reusable. Some have been met, such as new stores being certified for energy efficiency others have been revised or scrapped entirely. The stated reason is that it's the right thing to do for the environment, and Starbucks has a history of lofty sustainability goals around various aspects of their global operations. Now, in an era where concern for sustainability can be good business, the Starbucks disposable cup may be on its way to extinction thanks to an unlikely force: Starbucks itself.īy 2030, Starbucks wants to move away from disposable cups, which represent big portions of the company's overall waste and greenhouse gas emissions. Ubiquitous to the point of being an accessory, it has carried a message: I am drinking the world's most recognizable coffee brand. Just as noteworthy as what they're carrying is what they are not: the disposable Starbucks cup, an icon in a world where the word is overused.įor a generation and more, it has been a cornerstone of consumer society, first in the United States and then globally - the throwaway cup with the emerald logo depicting a longhaired siren with locks like ocean waves. Two friends who came on the afternoon coffee run nod as they hold the cups that they, too, brought along. "Saving the environment is important and all, but I probably come here more in knowing that I'm going to get a dollar off," says Patton, 27, a cancer researcher at Arizona State University. ![]() A barista grabs the mug, dries it and prepares Patton's order - a 16-ounce Starbucks double espresso on ice.įor bringing her own cup, Patton gets $1 off her drink. After 90 seconds, the door opens and steam emerges. Bethany Patton steps up to the counter and places her pink mug into a shoebox-sized dishwasher. ![]()
![]() 'I think we are seeing a huge appreciation for hardware at the moment,' says Samantha Struck, founder of StruckSured Interiors. On the flip side of the modern streamlined approach, vintage and antique styles are in, with distressed finishes and unique one of a kind vintage inspired designs.' Sleek, clean lines still rule with knobs and handles going incognito allowing simplicity to shine and the cabinetry to take center stage. ![]() 'Integrated pulls are sleek and functional and handleless cabinets are all the rage. 'A unique mix of materials and textures for kitchen cabinet knobs are having their moment including leather, Lucite, acrylic, wood and stone,' says Nadia Watts, founder of Nadia Watts Interior Design. Oversized, eye-catching designs are so easy and delightful to hold. Photo credit: Thomas Kuoh)Īre you wondering what type of kitchen handles are best? Lately, a whole new world of handles has opened up, adding a touch of drama to this usually pared back space. 'It's essential to ensure that the scullery offers plenty of storage and workspace.' This space houses cleaning facilities such as a spacious sink and possibly a dishwasher, along with cooking equipment and a fridge, making it the perfect functional space. 'People prefer not to have dirty dishes and mess on display while entertaining,' says Kashi Shikunova, director of interior design practise Yam Studios. In fact, for busy families, this space is used as part pantry, part prep kitchen and part storage space.Īs the kitchen is becoming more and more a room to host parties and for friends to gather around, the need for this space has increased. ![]() Think: dishes, linens, dry goods, appliances, groceries, hardware and more. This highly essential space hides all the clutter of the main kitchen. The back kitchen trend or a scullery has been gaining popularity, especially since celebrities world over have embraced this concept too – most recently seen in Kris Jenner' home. (Image credit: Image credit: Haris Kenjar, Studio credit: Hoedemaker Pfeiffer) ![]() Planet Hollywood International and Starwood Hotels took over ownership in 2004, and launched a renovation to convert the property into a Planet Hollywood resort, a project which concluded in 2007. It suffered immediate financial problems, eventually filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September 2001. The new Aladdin opened on August 18, 2000. Real estate developer Jack Sommer demolished the Aladdin in 1998 to make way for a new version, with London Clubs International as his partner. The site of Planet Hollywood was previously occupied by the Aladdin, an Arabian-themed hotel and casino which operated until 1997. It also features the Miracle Mile Shops and a 7,000-seat entertainment venue known as Bakkt Theater. The resort includes a 64,470 sq ft (5,989 m 2) casino and 2,494 hotel rooms. It is owned and operated by Caesars Entertainment. Planet Hollywood Las Vegas (formerly the Aladdin) is a casino hotel on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. If you decide to give this app a go, it's recommended to try the free version first, and if you decide to purchase the premium version, be extra cautious.August 18, 2000 23 years ago ( ) (as Aladdin)ģ6☀6′36″N 115☁0′17″W / 36.11000°N 115.17139°W / 36.11000 -115.17139 To make matters worse, users have expressed that requesting refunds for the app is also difficult. However, given the issues experienced by Vault's users from disappearing data to unhelpful or non-existent customer service, it is hard to recommend this app. While premium users have access to much more functionality than free users, the free version is fit for general use. Vault provides great functionality around its core offering of keeping files secure and away from prying eyes. Many users claim they never received responses to their queries or that customer support is actively ignoring any request or feedback which isn't positive. Most notably, however, is a consensus of unhelpful customer support or lack of any help in general. Users have also noted that their pictures and videos also disappeared after renewing the premium subscription. This particular issue is most troubling as the primary function of the app is to keep said files secure. One consistent issue is that photos and videos suddenly disappear after an update, or with some users finding that their files are lost upon resetting their phones. Customer service and in-app issuesĮvery app comes with its share of road bumps, and unfortunately for Vault, there are constant and consistent problems that users face. Additionally, other in-app purchases offer additional functionality and support where needed. The developers of Vault are regularly updating the app, with numerous updates arriving each month. Vault is available on Android devices running OS 4.4 and up. In that instance, having a secured external server with a higher data limit will prove to be invaluable. The cloud space also encrypts data to ensure no one can access it via an attack, similar to how a VPN works.įor most users, the free functionalities are sufficient unless there is a significant amount of data to be moved across and be secured. However, they do not get access to any of the intuitive features mentioned above, nor can they access a private cloud storage space with a 5 GB limit. ![]() Fortunately for users, importing images, videos, and other files is easy while selecting what areas to hide is also simple to do.įree users get access to standard functionality, which includes keeping your files confidential within the Vault app. Vault is an easy-to-use app that clearly outlines how to access the various areas. This includes the ability to hide individual contacts, break-in alerts that inform you when someone tries to enter the app with the wrong password, and a hide vault icon mode which completely removes the app's icon off the screen. Premium users of the app get a plethora of helpful functionality to complement the camouflage lock. Further functionality includes the ability to lock apps behind your password, ensuring only you can access the app, and premium users can activate a camouflage App lock, which creates a fake crash if someone else tries to use the app. Vault also provides the ability to encrypt messages sent to Facebook through the private Facebook chat feature, which prevents your Facebook chat history from being saved. Users can use Vault to store a wide range of files from photos, videos, contacts, text messages, call logs, and even Facebook messages. When using Vault for the first time, you will need to set this password and remember it to gain access in the future. Vault keeps your files secure behind an account-specific password. ![]() You don't have to face the horror alone.Three character profiles to choose from, each with its own strengths and weaknesses: the psionic power-wielding agent, the naval officer-a masterful hacker, and the marine, a combat specialist.The most requested game on the GOG.com wishlist has arrived at last!."Top 50 Greatest Games of All Time" list - Gamespy "Greatest Games of all Times" list - Gamespot "One of the 100 best games of all time" - Empire Online "An advanced, progressive spin on first-person gaming" - Edge Online "10 out of 10" - Computer Games Magazine This is going to be a hell of a journey, for a pathetic creature of meat and bone such as yourself.Ĭheck out our Mod Spotlight for System Shock 2! Then, even years after your first contact with the game, just hearing the words "System Shock™ 2" will make your heart race. As you slowly and carefully explore your surroundings, the game begins to swallow you whole, and soon enough you feel completely immersed in the terrifying reality of an interstellar ghost-ship. It perfectly splices Sci-Fi with survival horror, FPS gameplay with character stats, upgrades, and inventory system of the role-playing genre, fast paced action with chilling terror. System Shock™ 2 arguably offers the most intense storytelling in the history of computer games. The state-of-the-art spaceship becomes a deathtrap, and the only hope you have is the contemptuous whisper of a voice guiding you through the dark corridors, leading you towards the ominous secrets that lurk in the shadows.Ī game like this is a masterpiece you must experience it firsthand. Now, you-a member of the ship's security team-awake from cryostasis to the sounds of screams of pain and horror as everything falls apart. They didn't realize something crucial, though: they brought something back with them when they returned. An away team was sent on a rescue mission, but once it arrived at its destination, there was no sign of any humans and the source of the signal remained unclear. The mission was going as planned until a lone distress call from the Tau Ceti V sector was picked up. The starship Von Braun took a giant leap for mankind as it made its first interstellar journey. The second-and best!-game in the series stands all on its own as a masterpiece of gaming history. TriOptimum Corporation: we give you the stars! TriOptimum wishes you a safe journey aboard the Von Braun, the first craft in the history of mankind capable of faster-than-light travel. ![]() In, for example, the B5 Audi S4, both turbos are relatively small, but are the same size. The small one builds boost quickly while the other covers the top end. One benefit of two turbos is to have a small and large one in sequence (aka sequential turbos). Notice how it takes a bit to get going but then blasts off: Larger turbos take a bit longer to spool up and build boost, but they will pull strong in the upper RPM's. However, they don't build as much boost at higher RPM's. Smaller turbos spool quicker, so they build boost at a lower RPM. And the exhaust tone is MUCH different from stock twins to aftermarket single Of course when you get into things like newer turbos like Precisions billet line of turbos, is when things really start to change.īut a properly working sequential twins on an FD is way too much fun to ignore. (All in, you can have a great 350-450hp setup for about $8k, and be dead reliable for daily driving on a well maintained engine) For either of these kits, its not uncommon to make an easy 400hp with very little needed for supporting mods, short of some fuel upgrades, ignition amplifier and aftermarket ECU for tuning. Older turbo setups from Apexi's RX-6 Isamu kit or Greddy's TD04-18G kit offer quick spool, cooler engine bay temps, and higher potential for power production. The bad parts about having the OEM or BNR twins, is that they retain a lot of heat simply due to how physically small they are and the rotaries hotter exhaust temperatures.įor the FD, most people have noted that simply going to a small single turbo setup, is far more efficient at making power, while still retaining low-end drivability. ![]() Mazda took Porsche's cues with their sequential twin-turbo setup from the 959 (as did Toyota with a similarly configure sequential twin turbo setup on the MKIV Supra) All the benefits of sequential, but none of the frustration of troubleshooting the many solenoids and vacuum hoses and such. You have no been graced with the 'Simplified Sequential' mod it seems. ![]() Everyone has their opinion, each has their benefits and each has their negatives, and some just work better on certain cars or in certain applications.
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