PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 30, 2009 – Soaring fuel prices are forcing more consumers to shop on their computers rather than on the high street this Christmas, according to independent price comparison and switching service, uSwitch.com. A 15% rise in petrol prices since last November has pushed the bill for driving to the shops and parking the car up to a staggering £78 million – and that’s before any presents have been bought. As a result, despite the postal strikes that were widely predicted to drive consumers back onto the high street, research amongst uSwitch.com’s consumer panel reveals that over 7 out of 10 (72%) people are doing their Christmas shopping online this year.
The price of petrol, which has climbed from 95p to 109p per litre over the last 12 months has done nothing to help consumers struggling through a tough year. While pressure remains on oil companies to lower prices, the situation is not set to improve imminently. The AA has warned that end of the VAT cut will add an estimated 2.4p per litre to pump prices from January. As a result, shoppers heading onto the high street this Christmas could face fuel bills of up to £8million.
However, it is the cost of car parking that is really set to send shoppers in a spin this Christmas. With the average trip costing £9 in parking fees, consumers will be spending a staggering £70 million parking their cars to go Christmas shopping this year - nearly 10 times the cost of the fuel they use for their round trip. Of the UK’s top ten largest cities it comes as no surprise that Londoners are stung the most, paying an average of £18 for up to four hours parking, while shoppers in Bradford are charged a fifth of the price - a meagre £3.50.
In total, uSwitch.com (http://www.uswitch.com) estimates that Christmas shoppers are set to spend £78 million driving to the shops this Christmas – a bill that could be cut by staying at home and buying gifts on the internet. According to research amongst uSwitch.com’s consumer opinion panel, the recession has given rise to a new generation of online shoppers. And, contrary to speculation that postal strikes and high street discounts are preventing people from logging on, 1 in 5 (19%) consumers say they have increased the amount of web-based purchases made since the downturn began. A further quarter (26%) are planning to increase the amount of purchases they make via the web this Christmas and 6 out of 10 (59%) believe there are better bargains to be had online than on the high street.
According to the research, internet shopping has varied appeal. 75% appreciate the ease and convenience of surf-shopping compared with trudging the high street, whilst 44% cite the ability to purchase specialist items that aren’t available anywhere else as the web’s main plus point. In addition, nearly three quarters of consumers (72%) state that they find it easier to stick to a budget when shopping online – as they are more aware of the mounting totals and are less likely to succumb to the temptation of browsing. Books are the most popular items purchased on the web – hardly surprising considering the top ten bestselling paperbacks are currently offered online with a 55% discount on the recommended retail price.
Online retailers have seen a 14% growth in year on year sales with UK consumers spending an estimated £31 billion online between January and August. Amazon ranked as the number one online retailer last Christmas, and with new initiatives such as free delivery on almost all orders, looks set to hit the 36% sales growth forecast for Q4 this year.
London and Northern Ireland lead the way when it comes to online bargain hunting, spending an average of 1.48 hours shopping online every week. This is closely followed by Wales (1.46 hours), the South West (1.43), and Scotland (1.41 hours). Web users in the North East are the least frequent online shoppers, spending just 1.23 hours a week browsing for bargains.
Ann Robinson, Director of Consumer Policy at uSwitch.com, says: “Consumers are fighting an ongoing battle to make their money go further. This year they have had no choice but to take a hard look at their spending and adapt their lifestyles to cope.
“Christmas shoppers heading onto the high streets are being stung not once but twice, with high prices at the pump and astronomical car park fees. It’s no wonder that many are ditching the high street and choosing to shop from the comfort of their own home. Nearly 17 million homes now have broadband (http://www.uswitch.com/broadband/) – a massive jump from 7 million just three years ago – and it’s getting cheaper and faster to use. With broadband as cheap as £5.99 a month it’s easy to see why we as consumers have wholeheartedly embraced online shopping.”
uSwitch.com’s Top 3 Online Shopping Safety Tips
• Only use reputable brands and check that a contact address and telephone number is available in case of queries.
• Before providing any payment details on the website, check that there is a padlock icon at the bottom of your screen, and that the web address in your browser starts with ‘https’.
• If possible, use a credit rather than a debit card (http://www.uswitch.com/credit-cards/) for extra protection against fraud.
See the full version of this press release: http://www.uswitch.com/press-room/Index.aspx?downloadfile=15-PETROL-PRICE-HIKE-PRESENTS-HIGH-STREET-CHRISTMAS-SHOPPERS-WITH-78-MILLION-BILL-%E2%80%93-BEFORE-THEY-HAVE-EVEN-HIT-THE-SHOPS
For more information please contact:
Charlotte Nunes 0207 802 2913 / charlottenunes@uswitch.com
Monday, November 30, 2009
On Cyber Monday BlackTangerine.co.uk Online Fashion Boutique Makes Shopping Easy
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 29, 2009 – LONDON-–When shopping online Cyber Monday it's as easy to shop in London as it is down the street by logging onto Black Tangerine's online fashion boutique. Figuring out the currency exchange is not a problem because customers get one-click pricing to the currency of their choice.
“We try to make it easy and convenient for shoppers to do business with Black Tangerine [http://www.BlackTangerine.co.uk], " said Rashida Kapadia,designer of Black Tangerine handbags and owner of the online fashion boutique. "It's always fun to know that your gifts will be a great surprise to the friends or family members who receive them."
Black Tangerine’s online fashion boutique [http://www.BlackTangerine.co.uk] has gifts that include Kapadia's own collections of designer handbags, messenger bags, and clutches as well as conference folders, leather key cases and leather wine racks which work for men and women.
“We are devoted to great customer service and that includes shopping here in your own currency and in the comfort of your home,” said Kapadia. We also give free gift vouchers to all new customers.”
Black Tangerine’s online fashion boutique [http://www.BlackTangerine.co.uk] stocks Kapadia's own classic and fashion forward designer leather handbag collections. There are timeless styles in black and brown leathers and suedes, along with her colorful signature styles in bright colors and metallic leathers.
"I try to keep my pricing very affordable for a designer brand, said Kapadia. "I also stock other accessories including eco jewelry from Jackie Brazil’s Sobral designs and contemporary jewelry from the Danish designer brand of Dyrberg/Kern. I invite you to stop by and shop with us on Cyber Monday and bookmark us for the future."
“We try to make it easy and convenient for shoppers to do business with Black Tangerine [http://www.BlackTangerine.co.uk], " said Rashida Kapadia,designer of Black Tangerine handbags and owner of the online fashion boutique. "It's always fun to know that your gifts will be a great surprise to the friends or family members who receive them."
Black Tangerine’s online fashion boutique [http://www.BlackTangerine.co.uk] has gifts that include Kapadia's own collections of designer handbags, messenger bags, and clutches as well as conference folders, leather key cases and leather wine racks which work for men and women.
“We are devoted to great customer service and that includes shopping here in your own currency and in the comfort of your home,” said Kapadia. We also give free gift vouchers to all new customers.”
Black Tangerine’s online fashion boutique [http://www.BlackTangerine.co.uk] stocks Kapadia's own classic and fashion forward designer leather handbag collections. There are timeless styles in black and brown leathers and suedes, along with her colorful signature styles in bright colors and metallic leathers.
"I try to keep my pricing very affordable for a designer brand, said Kapadia. "I also stock other accessories including eco jewelry from Jackie Brazil’s Sobral designs and contemporary jewelry from the Danish designer brand of Dyrberg/Kern. I invite you to stop by and shop with us on Cyber Monday and bookmark us for the future."
Send Flowers to Mumbai,Flowers Delivery in Mumbai
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 29, 2009 – Web Info Edge is announcing the launching of its new web project “flowers24x7.com” on 27th November 2009. As the name of the project suggests, it is an online shopping cart through which Web Info Edge has entered into the online flowers market. Through the website, flowers24x7.com, we have targeted to sell out the flowers and its products like Flower Bouquet, Flower Bunches, Table Bouquet, Flower Vases, Garlands and Flower Wreaths in Mumbai and Delhi in the beginning later we will spread our service around all over India. Any person living in any corner of the world now can send the flowers and flower gifts to their loved one living in India using the services of “flowers24x7.com”.
We also targeted the service in flower decorations for the different occasions like Wedding, Anniversary, Annual Functions, Opening, Pujas and Funerals etc. any person can send the query to obtain these service in Mumbai and Delhi.
We have experts in making Flower Bouquet, Table Bouquet, Flower Bunches, Flower Vases, Garlands, Wreaths and other flower products. With the flower products we are also going to deal in Sweets, Cakes, Chocolates, Combo packs as the gift item.
To reduce the efforts of user to buy the product, the products are categorized into the different categories like Flower Bouquet, Flower Bunches, Table Bouquet, Flower Vases, Garlands, Flower Wreaths, Sweets, Cakes, and Chocolates etc. anybody can go through these categories and can choose their favorite product to be sent to their loving person.
We assure the high quality of products delivery in Mumbai and Delhi to the Users of “flowers24x7.com”. The feedbacks and supports are highly appreciable. We welcome the feedback on our website and about our products. We will always try to introduce new products in the category of our products.
We also targeted the service in flower decorations for the different occasions like Wedding, Anniversary, Annual Functions, Opening, Pujas and Funerals etc. any person can send the query to obtain these service in Mumbai and Delhi.
We have experts in making Flower Bouquet, Table Bouquet, Flower Bunches, Flower Vases, Garlands, Wreaths and other flower products. With the flower products we are also going to deal in Sweets, Cakes, Chocolates, Combo packs as the gift item.
To reduce the efforts of user to buy the product, the products are categorized into the different categories like Flower Bouquet, Flower Bunches, Table Bouquet, Flower Vases, Garlands, Flower Wreaths, Sweets, Cakes, and Chocolates etc. anybody can go through these categories and can choose their favorite product to be sent to their loving person.
We assure the high quality of products delivery in Mumbai and Delhi to the Users of “flowers24x7.com”. The feedbacks and supports are highly appreciable. We welcome the feedback on our website and about our products. We will always try to introduce new products in the category of our products.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Steel Watch - Stainless Steel Watches Make Great Christmas Gifts
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 26, 2009 – Black Friday is upon us and it's time to find that special Christmas gift for that special someone. Some of have already finished your shopping, but for us procrastinators, shopping can be a bear. Luckily, online gift buying makes shopping easier on us. Forget the traffic, long lines, missing price tags, and hassles. This is the biggest shopping day of the year and Christmas is the biggest gift day of the year. It's time to make some preparations.
Regardless of whether you shop online or in a store, choosing a watch as a gift for Christmas is:
1. Thoughtful
2. Easy
3. Hard to Mess Up
A watch is a classy gift that most any recipient would enjoy. Although you have many choices as far as the watch construction is concerned, you may want to consider buying a stainless steel watch. Stainless steel watches offer durability, low maintenance, and beauty. Stainless steel watches are easy to polish and buff.
http://www.steel-watch.com -- Steel Watch can help you find great stainless watch Christmas gifts that will last for years. You have many brands to choose from: Bulova, Casio, Citizen, Fossil, Gucci, Invicta. Kenneth Cole, Movado, Seiko, and TAG Heuer to name a few. These trusted watch brands are sure to have the durability that you would expect for the price. Furthermore, at Steel-Watch.com you can read reviews and compare prices on these watches to help you make your decision. Be sure to check back regularly for new models and specials.
Regardless of whether you shop online or in a store, choosing a watch as a gift for Christmas is:
1. Thoughtful
2. Easy
3. Hard to Mess Up
A watch is a classy gift that most any recipient would enjoy. Although you have many choices as far as the watch construction is concerned, you may want to consider buying a stainless steel watch. Stainless steel watches offer durability, low maintenance, and beauty. Stainless steel watches are easy to polish and buff.
http://www.steel-watch.com -- Steel Watch can help you find great stainless watch Christmas gifts that will last for years. You have many brands to choose from: Bulova, Casio, Citizen, Fossil, Gucci, Invicta. Kenneth Cole, Movado, Seiko, and TAG Heuer to name a few. These trusted watch brands are sure to have the durability that you would expect for the price. Furthermore, at Steel-Watch.com you can read reviews and compare prices on these watches to help you make your decision. Be sure to check back regularly for new models and specials.
Builders Direct Interior Warehouse Website Launched
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 26, 2009 – BDIW is the family owned and operated business that have worked hard to build our positive reputation throughout the Brisbane and Gold Coast area. Builders Direct Interior Warehouse was created to make wholesale prices on a huge variety of building supplies available to the builders, contractors and the public.
The Builders Direct Interior Warehouse also offers interior design services, professional renovation advice and also provides a measure and quote.
The Builders Direct website, targeting markets from builders to suppliers to DIY enthusiasts, offers a selection of useful functions on their website including their online shop, making it a convenient one-stop shop online, as well as having a gallery, showing their interior design expertise.
BDIW has also jumped onto the social media bandwagon by creating profiles on high traffic social media networks including Facebook, Twitter and Delicious with a promising YouTube channel featuring How To videos on how to perform DIY jobs around the house.
So whether you need to find some quality supplies or need ideas for your next renovation, head to the BDIW website at www.bdiw.com.au to book a session with design consultation/look at their online range or to find out more information about their services.
The Builders Direct Interior Warehouse also offers interior design services, professional renovation advice and also provides a measure and quote.
The Builders Direct website, targeting markets from builders to suppliers to DIY enthusiasts, offers a selection of useful functions on their website including their online shop, making it a convenient one-stop shop online, as well as having a gallery, showing their interior design expertise.
BDIW has also jumped onto the social media bandwagon by creating profiles on high traffic social media networks including Facebook, Twitter and Delicious with a promising YouTube channel featuring How To videos on how to perform DIY jobs around the house.
So whether you need to find some quality supplies or need ideas for your next renovation, head to the BDIW website at www.bdiw.com.au to book a session with design consultation/look at their online range or to find out more information about their services.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
What you need to know before buying HDMI and HDMI cables?
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 24, 2009 – High Definition Multimedia Interface, or HDMI , is hailed as the next generation of audiovisual cabling. Simply put, HDMI is an all-digital connector that can carry high definition video and several digital audio channels all on the one cable. HDMI was first officially unveiled in 2003, but it's only now that we're starting to see widespread support for the standard. Is it something you should be seeking out?
A HDMI connector from Monster Cable
2. How is it different from my current analog cables?
Analog video cables, such as component, composite or S-Video, are currently the main methods used to transfer picture signals in an average home system. Component is the highest quality analog cable as it breaks down the picture signal into three different cables — one each for red, blue and green. When you've got analog cabling connecting digital sources (such as an LCD or plasma screen with a DVD), the digital video or sound signals have to be converted into analog to travel through the cable, before being re-converted back into digital at the receiving end. This could lead to some signal degradation and a resulting loss in output quality.
3. What are the advantages of going digital with HDMI?
HDMI can deliver high quality sound or vision without the risk of quality loss due to the conversion or compression of a video or audio signal. HDMI pictures should be smoother and sharper, with a distinct reduction in video noise. Sound should be crisp and taut, without any distortion. And of course, using the single cable HDMI can get rid of a lot of messy cables snaking around your home theatre kit.
HDMI has become the standard audio and video connection for high-definition home theater gear. Every new HDTV has at least two HDMI inputs, and gadgets such as DVRs, DVD players, Blu-ray players, game consoles, and computers feature HDMI outputs to deliver audio and video.
Because of its digital nature, HDMI also works well with fixed-pixel displays such as LCD, plasma or DLP screens and projectors. A HDMI cable allows you to exactly match pixel-by pixel the native resolution of the screen with whatever source device you've got connected. HDMI systems will also automatically convert a picture into its most appropriate format, such as 16:9 or 4:3.
HDMI has some built-in smarts that allow you to control any device connected via HDMI through the one remote. Since the HDMI connection allows two-way communication between devices, it gives you basic universal remote-like functions which, for example, can tell the components in an HDMI-linked system to turn on when you want to watch a DVD, just with the press of a button.
4. How does DVI fit into the equation? Is it better than HDMI?
You may have heard of digital video interface (DVI), which is another all-digital connector for video. DVI has been around for longer, and can be found in many more televisions and other devices than HDMI. DVI was initially developed as a connector between PCs and monitors, but eventually found its way into the home entertainment world.
HDMI connectors (right) are smaller than DVI plugs
The HDMI standard is actually based on DVI, so picture quality should be identical. Where HDMI has it over DVI is its audio capabilities — DVI can only carry video signals. HDMI cables can also be made longer than DVI — HDMI can go up to 15m in length. And from an aesthetic viewpoint, HDMI connectors are less bulky than DVI ones. HDMI connects like a USB device for PCs, while DVI still has screw pins on its connector. However, this means that HDMI connections are more prone to damage from accidental knocks so more care needs to be taken with them.
5. I've got some gear with DVI connectors. Will they work with HDMI?
As HDMI is fully backwards compatible with DVI, so you won't be making your DVI products obsolete if you buy something with an HDMI connector. For example, HDMI televisions will display video received from existing DVI-equipped products, while a HDMI DVD player will play on a DVI-equipped television. All you'll need is a HDMI/DVI adaptor. Just be aware that doing this will lose you the added functionality of HDMI, such as automatic screen format conversion and universal remote control.
6. What products support HDMI?
HDMI has been on the market for a while now, and most new DVD players, set-top boxes and TVs feature at least one HDMI port.
A Pioneer screen with HDMI connectors
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On the display side of the equation, most new screens, projectors and DVD players support the standard. If you're looking to buy a device like a TV or AV receiver look for the most HDMI ports yu can afford. Three is the minimum you should expect from today's devices, while DVD players and the like only usually require one output. Also, be aware that an HDMI port currently only sends information in one direction -- though there are moves to change this in the future. As a result, it's not possible to use a HDMI output port on a PC, for example, to display a PS3 signal.
7. Where can I get HDMI cables?
If you own a component with HDMI but don't have a cable for it, then there are several cable manufacturers who sell HDMI gear. Belkin, for example, sell HDMI cables and HDMI to DVI cables under their Pure AV range of interconnects. Monster Cable also has a comprehensive selection of HDMI products. HDMI cables and adapters by Monster Cable have been developed in a joint partnership with HDMI's founder, Silicon Image. Don't expect these cables to be too cheap, though: you'll need to spend at least $70 to get a cable of sufficient quality.
Wholesale HDMI and HDMI Cables From China :
http://www.szprice.com/categories/HDMI-Products/
8. What do the different versions mean?
While the latest version of HDMI is up to 1.3c, but there are four main versions that most equipment will correspond to — 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3. Notice that the versions signify changes to the types of audio they can transmit, as all versions should be able to transmit HD video up to 1080p.
1.0 This is the first version of HDMI and it was ratified in late 2002. It will decode most versions of audio contained in DVD and digital TV signals, including Dolby Digital and DTS.
1.1 This version added DVD-Audio support, which means users with compatible disks and players can listen to 5.1 channel audio streams without the need for six separate audio RCA cables.
1.2/1.2a The main improvement on 1.1 is the addition of Super Audio CD (SACD) support, which means users no longer need to rely on iLink or analog cables to listen to SACDs. The standard also adds support for an as-yet unused Type A PC connector.
1.3/1.3a/1.3b Version 1.3 adds support for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio which are used in Blu-ray players. Increasingly, AV receivers are including decoding for these standards on board, while devices the PlayStation 3 will output a decoded signals. The 1.3 standard also increases the available bandwidth by a factor of two to 10Gbps. Though 1.3b and 1.3c exist they don't add any further functionality over 1.3a, and so are interchangeable.
9.What's this I hear about Wireless HDMI?
Eventually, every technology goes wireless, and with Wi-Fi and Wireless USB now in play it makes sense that manufacturers have turned their eyes to making HDMI clutter-free too. Only thing is, it doesn't work yet. Belkin showed off their FlyWire technology behind closed doors at CES 2008, and it hasn't been heard of since. There is, as yet, no standard for Wireless HDMI, and so it's not really worth holding out for. Also, Wireless HDMI is not to be confused with WirelessHD — this is a separate technology used by manufacturers such as Sony to send signals from a media box to slim, wall-mounted TVs.
Where to buy?
http://www.szprice.com/categories/HDMI-Products/
A HDMI connector from Monster Cable
2. How is it different from my current analog cables?
Analog video cables, such as component, composite or S-Video, are currently the main methods used to transfer picture signals in an average home system. Component is the highest quality analog cable as it breaks down the picture signal into three different cables — one each for red, blue and green. When you've got analog cabling connecting digital sources (such as an LCD or plasma screen with a DVD), the digital video or sound signals have to be converted into analog to travel through the cable, before being re-converted back into digital at the receiving end. This could lead to some signal degradation and a resulting loss in output quality.
3. What are the advantages of going digital with HDMI?
HDMI can deliver high quality sound or vision without the risk of quality loss due to the conversion or compression of a video or audio signal. HDMI pictures should be smoother and sharper, with a distinct reduction in video noise. Sound should be crisp and taut, without any distortion. And of course, using the single cable HDMI can get rid of a lot of messy cables snaking around your home theatre kit.
HDMI has become the standard audio and video connection for high-definition home theater gear. Every new HDTV has at least two HDMI inputs, and gadgets such as DVRs, DVD players, Blu-ray players, game consoles, and computers feature HDMI outputs to deliver audio and video.
Because of its digital nature, HDMI also works well with fixed-pixel displays such as LCD, plasma or DLP screens and projectors. A HDMI cable allows you to exactly match pixel-by pixel the native resolution of the screen with whatever source device you've got connected. HDMI systems will also automatically convert a picture into its most appropriate format, such as 16:9 or 4:3.
HDMI has some built-in smarts that allow you to control any device connected via HDMI through the one remote. Since the HDMI connection allows two-way communication between devices, it gives you basic universal remote-like functions which, for example, can tell the components in an HDMI-linked system to turn on when you want to watch a DVD, just with the press of a button.
4. How does DVI fit into the equation? Is it better than HDMI?
You may have heard of digital video interface (DVI), which is another all-digital connector for video. DVI has been around for longer, and can be found in many more televisions and other devices than HDMI. DVI was initially developed as a connector between PCs and monitors, but eventually found its way into the home entertainment world.
HDMI connectors (right) are smaller than DVI plugs
The HDMI standard is actually based on DVI, so picture quality should be identical. Where HDMI has it over DVI is its audio capabilities — DVI can only carry video signals. HDMI cables can also be made longer than DVI — HDMI can go up to 15m in length. And from an aesthetic viewpoint, HDMI connectors are less bulky than DVI ones. HDMI connects like a USB device for PCs, while DVI still has screw pins on its connector. However, this means that HDMI connections are more prone to damage from accidental knocks so more care needs to be taken with them.
5. I've got some gear with DVI connectors. Will they work with HDMI?
As HDMI is fully backwards compatible with DVI, so you won't be making your DVI products obsolete if you buy something with an HDMI connector. For example, HDMI televisions will display video received from existing DVI-equipped products, while a HDMI DVD player will play on a DVI-equipped television. All you'll need is a HDMI/DVI adaptor. Just be aware that doing this will lose you the added functionality of HDMI, such as automatic screen format conversion and universal remote control.
6. What products support HDMI?
HDMI has been on the market for a while now, and most new DVD players, set-top boxes and TVs feature at least one HDMI port.
A Pioneer screen with HDMI connectors
div>
On the display side of the equation, most new screens, projectors and DVD players support the standard. If you're looking to buy a device like a TV or AV receiver look for the most HDMI ports yu can afford. Three is the minimum you should expect from today's devices, while DVD players and the like only usually require one output. Also, be aware that an HDMI port currently only sends information in one direction -- though there are moves to change this in the future. As a result, it's not possible to use a HDMI output port on a PC, for example, to display a PS3 signal.
7. Where can I get HDMI cables?
If you own a component with HDMI but don't have a cable for it, then there are several cable manufacturers who sell HDMI gear. Belkin, for example, sell HDMI cables and HDMI to DVI cables under their Pure AV range of interconnects. Monster Cable also has a comprehensive selection of HDMI products. HDMI cables and adapters by Monster Cable have been developed in a joint partnership with HDMI's founder, Silicon Image. Don't expect these cables to be too cheap, though: you'll need to spend at least $70 to get a cable of sufficient quality.
Wholesale HDMI and HDMI Cables From China :
http://www.szprice.com/categories/HDMI-Products/
8. What do the different versions mean?
While the latest version of HDMI is up to 1.3c, but there are four main versions that most equipment will correspond to — 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3. Notice that the versions signify changes to the types of audio they can transmit, as all versions should be able to transmit HD video up to 1080p.
1.0 This is the first version of HDMI and it was ratified in late 2002. It will decode most versions of audio contained in DVD and digital TV signals, including Dolby Digital and DTS.
1.1 This version added DVD-Audio support, which means users with compatible disks and players can listen to 5.1 channel audio streams without the need for six separate audio RCA cables.
1.2/1.2a The main improvement on 1.1 is the addition of Super Audio CD (SACD) support, which means users no longer need to rely on iLink or analog cables to listen to SACDs. The standard also adds support for an as-yet unused Type A PC connector.
1.3/1.3a/1.3b Version 1.3 adds support for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio which are used in Blu-ray players. Increasingly, AV receivers are including decoding for these standards on board, while devices the PlayStation 3 will output a decoded signals. The 1.3 standard also increases the available bandwidth by a factor of two to 10Gbps. Though 1.3b and 1.3c exist they don't add any further functionality over 1.3a, and so are interchangeable.
9.What's this I hear about Wireless HDMI?
Eventually, every technology goes wireless, and with Wi-Fi and Wireless USB now in play it makes sense that manufacturers have turned their eyes to making HDMI clutter-free too. Only thing is, it doesn't work yet. Belkin showed off their FlyWire technology behind closed doors at CES 2008, and it hasn't been heard of since. There is, as yet, no standard for Wireless HDMI, and so it's not really worth holding out for. Also, Wireless HDMI is not to be confused with WirelessHD — this is a separate technology used by manufacturers such as Sony to send signals from a media box to slim, wall-mounted TVs.
Where to buy?
http://www.szprice.com/categories/HDMI-Products/
Monday, November 23, 2009
Deals Abound on the Practical Holiday Gift, How to Get, Keep and Be Well Paid in a Job
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 23, 2009 – How to Get, Keep and Be Well Paid in a Job is a work readiness rulebook that received a five-star review from the Midwest Book Review, an entity libraries rely on when ordering books for their collections. The author, Jay Goldberg, developed a work readiness certification program called the best in the Country by a member of the National Skills Standard Board in January of 2003.
The book uses real life examples to help illustrate key points, and unlike other work readiness books, explains why management values specific skills and behaviors rather than just listing what employees need to do to be highly-valued in the workplace.
For example, the chapter on ethics discusses Stephen King’s novel The Stand; the Don Imus incident with the Rutgers University Women’s Basketball Team; and music downloads before presenting workplace examples. The book then discusses how to determine whether a behavior is ethical or unethical, what goes into an individual’s decision to act ethically or unethically, and finally the potential consequences of acting unethically in the workplace.
The book is ideal for individuals who are new to the workplace, individuals who want to know what they can do to remain valuable to their employer, individuals who want to know what management expects of them at work and why they expect what they do, and individuals looking for work who want to gain an understanding of the workplace so they can perform very well on interviews.
The book retails for $19.95 and until very recently the best price online for a U.S. retailer was $17.95. However, at the time this press release was written, Amazon lists new copies from third-party sellers for as low as $12.99 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/1432725297/ref=sr ...); and Barnes and Noble for as low as $13.00 (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/How-to-Get-Keep-and-Be- ...).
To find out more about the book, go to http://outskirtspress.com/webpage.php?ISBN=9781432725297.
The book uses real life examples to help illustrate key points, and unlike other work readiness books, explains why management values specific skills and behaviors rather than just listing what employees need to do to be highly-valued in the workplace.
For example, the chapter on ethics discusses Stephen King’s novel The Stand; the Don Imus incident with the Rutgers University Women’s Basketball Team; and music downloads before presenting workplace examples. The book then discusses how to determine whether a behavior is ethical or unethical, what goes into an individual’s decision to act ethically or unethically, and finally the potential consequences of acting unethically in the workplace.
The book is ideal for individuals who are new to the workplace, individuals who want to know what they can do to remain valuable to their employer, individuals who want to know what management expects of them at work and why they expect what they do, and individuals looking for work who want to gain an understanding of the workplace so they can perform very well on interviews.
The book retails for $19.95 and until very recently the best price online for a U.S. retailer was $17.95. However, at the time this press release was written, Amazon lists new copies from third-party sellers for as low as $12.99 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/1432725297/ref=sr ...); and Barnes and Noble for as low as $13.00 (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/How-to-Get-Keep-and-Be- ...).
To find out more about the book, go to http://outskirtspress.com/webpage.php?ISBN=9781432725297.
Carrier Bag And Mailing Bag Sales Up Despite Recession
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 23, 2009 – Specialising in environmentally friendly (bespoke) mailing bags and carrier bags together with a complete range of bags and pouches the company has gone from strength to strength.
Sales director Nick Elliott explains; "The boom in the on-line mail order market has certainly played a big part in the growth of our business, we are able to respond quickly to our customers demands & have the technical experience to be able to offer the right product at the right price. We also believe that our unique customer service has played a big part in our recent success."
http://www.elliottpackaging.co.uk
Sales director Nick Elliott explains; "The boom in the on-line mail order market has certainly played a big part in the growth of our business, we are able to respond quickly to our customers demands & have the technical experience to be able to offer the right product at the right price. We also believe that our unique customer service has played a big part in our recent success."
http://www.elliottpackaging.co.uk
Baby’s Best Bibs in print again!
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 23, 2009 – Due to popular demand, Leisure Arts has reprinted 17 of its most popular, but no longer available, plastic canvas, craft, and cross stitch publications, including Baby’s Best Bibs, under the All Time Favorites series title and at the original publication price.
Baby’s Best Bibs (http://www.theleisureboutique.com/shop/leisure-arts/1067 ...)
This is the ultimate book of baby bib cross stitch designs! Linda Gillum for Kooler Design Studio has created 24 great designs featuring cowboy teddies, a l’il monster, rabbits, fruits and veggies, pins and bottles, a collection of animals (cat, penguin, dog, cow, pig, sheep), and one very special unicorn! The designs and an accompanying alphabet also can be used for a variety of projects to accent baby’s room.
Released in May 2009, Baby’s Best Bibs is available in book and craft stores, and at Amazon.com, leisurearts.com, and theleisureboutique.com.
Leisure Arts, Inc. (http://www.leisurearts.com) is one of the world’s largest publishers and distributors of lifestyle and do-it-yourself publications including decorating, entertaining, knitting, crocheting, quilting, sewing, painting, scrapbooking, beading, kids crafts, and a variety of other needlework and crafting activities.
Publication Specifications:
Baby’s Best Bibs
Item 4839
UPC 0-28906-04839-1
ISBN-13: 978-1-57486-260-7
ISBN-10: 1-57486-260-X
8 Pages + IFC, IBC Stapled
Dimensions: 8.75" x 11.75"
Retail $4.95
Baby’s Best Bibs (http://www.theleisureboutique.com/shop/leisure-arts/1067 ...)
This is the ultimate book of baby bib cross stitch designs! Linda Gillum for Kooler Design Studio has created 24 great designs featuring cowboy teddies, a l’il monster, rabbits, fruits and veggies, pins and bottles, a collection of animals (cat, penguin, dog, cow, pig, sheep), and one very special unicorn! The designs and an accompanying alphabet also can be used for a variety of projects to accent baby’s room.
Released in May 2009, Baby’s Best Bibs is available in book and craft stores, and at Amazon.com, leisurearts.com, and theleisureboutique.com.
Leisure Arts, Inc. (http://www.leisurearts.com) is one of the world’s largest publishers and distributors of lifestyle and do-it-yourself publications including decorating, entertaining, knitting, crocheting, quilting, sewing, painting, scrapbooking, beading, kids crafts, and a variety of other needlework and crafting activities.
Publication Specifications:
Baby’s Best Bibs
Item 4839
UPC 0-28906-04839-1
ISBN-13: 978-1-57486-260-7
ISBN-10: 1-57486-260-X
8 Pages + IFC, IBC Stapled
Dimensions: 8.75" x 11.75"
Retail $4.95
Awesome Benefits of Playing New All-American Clichades® The Krazy Phrazy Guessing Game!
PR Log (Press Release) –
Nov 22, 2009 – Awesome Benefits of Playing Clichades:
1. Playing Clichades® lightens ya up !
2. Playing Clichades® creates the best of feelings !
3. Playing Clichades® develops valuable listening skills !
4. Playing Clichades® produces influential mental & emotional self-expression skills !
5. Playing Clichades® perpetuates America’s familiar cliches & life expressions !
6. Playing Clichades® enhances mutual respect !
7. Playing Clichades® stimulates imagination, thinking, and sensibilities !
8. Playing Clichades® promotes simplicity, honesty, and clarity !
9. Playing Clichades® bridges generation gaps !
10. Playing Clichades® advances kindness and understanding !
11. Playing Clichades® is an awesome icebreaker game !
12. Playing Clichades® reformats your subconscious mind !
13. Playing Clichades® excites your brain’s Amygdala !
14. Playing Clichades® allows you to really get to know people !
15. Playing Clichades® is a great brainstorming catalyst !
16. Playing Clichades® flowers up your speech !
17. Playing Clichades® increasing laughing, crying, and screaming !
18. Playing Clichades® deepens your abilities of intuition and ESP !
19. Playing Clichades® expands your big picture of life and relationships !
20. Playing Clichades® softens your heart and powers of forgiveness !
21. Playing Clichades® keeps you looking and feeling younger !
22. Playing Clichades® embeds social conscience !
23. Playing Clichades® builds unity and cooperation !
24. Playing Clichades® erases anger and other monstrous and vampire emotions !
25. Playing Clichades® is full of fun and surprises !
Clichadesgame.com
1. Playing Clichades® lightens ya up !
2. Playing Clichades® creates the best of feelings !
3. Playing Clichades® develops valuable listening skills !
4. Playing Clichades® produces influential mental & emotional self-expression skills !
5. Playing Clichades® perpetuates America’s familiar cliches & life expressions !
6. Playing Clichades® enhances mutual respect !
7. Playing Clichades® stimulates imagination, thinking, and sensibilities !
8. Playing Clichades® promotes simplicity, honesty, and clarity !
9. Playing Clichades® bridges generation gaps !
10. Playing Clichades® advances kindness and understanding !
11. Playing Clichades® is an awesome icebreaker game !
12. Playing Clichades® reformats your subconscious mind !
13. Playing Clichades® excites your brain’s Amygdala !
14. Playing Clichades® allows you to really get to know people !
15. Playing Clichades® is a great brainstorming catalyst !
16. Playing Clichades® flowers up your speech !
17. Playing Clichades® increasing laughing, crying, and screaming !
18. Playing Clichades® deepens your abilities of intuition and ESP !
19. Playing Clichades® expands your big picture of life and relationships !
20. Playing Clichades® softens your heart and powers of forgiveness !
21. Playing Clichades® keeps you looking and feeling younger !
22. Playing Clichades® embeds social conscience !
23. Playing Clichades® builds unity and cooperation !
24. Playing Clichades® erases anger and other monstrous and vampire emotions !
25. Playing Clichades® is full of fun and surprises !
Clichadesgame.com
Friday, November 20, 2009
Credit Crunch Sends Fruit Liqueur Sales Skywards
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 20, 2009 – The Credit Crunch has sent sales soaring by an astonishing 30 per cent at Cheshire based fruit liqueur and cocktail maker My Gineration, according to founder and MD Rosie Sedgwick.
Recession-hit consumers may be cutting back in most areas of domestic spending but many are still determined to enjoy their favourite ‘little luxuries’ especially those that are relatively inexpensive, said the former hospital pharmacist turned drinks maker.
“We believe that all the drinks in our range of steeped liqueurs and cocktails have the taste that makes you go ‘ooh’,” added Rosie from her office in the village of Mollington, near Chester. “And our regular customers seem unwilling to give up their little treat no matter how tough trading conditions become.
“When times are difficult we all want something that will make us feel better, raise our spirits. And I’m delighted to report that our loyal customers are finding My Gineration products are helping them get through the recessionary gloom.”
Rosie turned her long-time passion and hobby for making fruit drinks into a fully fledged business four years ago. Her home made fruit liqueurs had already become popular with locals but when legendary Cheshire businessman Peter Paprill – better known as the cheese detective - declared her passion fruit gin as the best he had tasted, My Gineration was born.
The business has grown steadily since then with more than 30 retail outlets across the North West stocking My Gineration drinks as well as three in Scotland and one in York. The www.mygineration.co.uk website enables customers to order on-line products that have won a clutch of awards.
“Our company mission has always been to focus on the creation of high-quality fruit liqueurs and cocktails made with the best possible local produce that are packed full of flavour,” added Rosie. “Happily these drinks with the taste that make you go ‘ooh’ have found a very loyal following.
“Hopefully the fact that we sell our miniatures for just £4, 100ml bottles for £8 and the 200 mls for just £12 means they remain great value for money even in this recession.”
For further information click onto www.mygineration.co.uk
Recession-hit consumers may be cutting back in most areas of domestic spending but many are still determined to enjoy their favourite ‘little luxuries’ especially those that are relatively inexpensive, said the former hospital pharmacist turned drinks maker.
“We believe that all the drinks in our range of steeped liqueurs and cocktails have the taste that makes you go ‘ooh’,” added Rosie from her office in the village of Mollington, near Chester. “And our regular customers seem unwilling to give up their little treat no matter how tough trading conditions become.
“When times are difficult we all want something that will make us feel better, raise our spirits. And I’m delighted to report that our loyal customers are finding My Gineration products are helping them get through the recessionary gloom.”
Rosie turned her long-time passion and hobby for making fruit drinks into a fully fledged business four years ago. Her home made fruit liqueurs had already become popular with locals but when legendary Cheshire businessman Peter Paprill – better known as the cheese detective - declared her passion fruit gin as the best he had tasted, My Gineration was born.
The business has grown steadily since then with more than 30 retail outlets across the North West stocking My Gineration drinks as well as three in Scotland and one in York. The www.mygineration.co.uk website enables customers to order on-line products that have won a clutch of awards.
“Our company mission has always been to focus on the creation of high-quality fruit liqueurs and cocktails made with the best possible local produce that are packed full of flavour,” added Rosie. “Happily these drinks with the taste that make you go ‘ooh’ have found a very loyal following.
“Hopefully the fact that we sell our miniatures for just £4, 100ml bottles for £8 and the 200 mls for just £12 means they remain great value for money even in this recession.”
For further information click onto www.mygineration.co.uk
Gold R4i Card + Red box R4i Card Bundles on Sale - All Compatible with the Nintendo 1.4e Firmware
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 20, 2009 – Gold R4i + Red R4i,Gold R4i With Red R4i ,Gold R4i Card With Red box R4i Card
- All Compatible with the Nintendo 1.4e Firmware
R4i Gold/R4d R4i/R4i Cartridge is the current top-of-the-line in DS SLOT-1 flash carts. It is just an amazing little device like original DS cart size, it is a complete solution with no need to purchase any additional components or deal with any messy software and truly the easiest media enhancer you have ever done; To simply put it, this is a must have peripheral for any regular DSi/DS lite owner. (is only restricted in backup you to have copyright related content, is sure not to use in illegal use, from this produces dispute has nothing to do with this company)
Features:
-Compatible with all DS editions of different kinds of language
-Supports Action Replay cheat
-DLDI auto-patching
-Support SDHC (Micro SD 4G,8G,16G,32G)
-2nd generation storage device (no booting tool required)
-Flush fitting slot 1 card
-Uses MicroSD card, FAT16 or 32
-Supports any MicroSD card speed with no lag in game
-Supports Clean ROM, drag and drop. Works on any OS
-Built in NoPass
-Automatically detect save type
-Save directly to MicroSD card, not to onboard chip
-Supports Moonshell and other homebrew.
-User friendly skinnable interface. Touchscreen or button operation
-Supports rumble pak and memory pak
-Supports the WiFi game, DS Rumble Pak, DS Browser
-Supports changes of the background of Operation Interface
-Support Skin DIY by setting background and font colors on Main Menu and Game Menu manually and automatically
-Supports 4-scale-lightness adjustment ( DS Lite only )
-Supports the Soft Reset.
-moonshell 1.71 support Software Reset function( Press START key back to the R4 menu)
Where to buy?
http://www.r4ds-r4i.com/products/Gold-R4i-Card-With-Red- ...
- All Compatible with the Nintendo 1.4e Firmware
R4i Gold/R4d R4i/R4i Cartridge is the current top-of-the-line in DS SLOT-1 flash carts. It is just an amazing little device like original DS cart size, it is a complete solution with no need to purchase any additional components or deal with any messy software and truly the easiest media enhancer you have ever done; To simply put it, this is a must have peripheral for any regular DSi/DS lite owner. (is only restricted in backup you to have copyright related content, is sure not to use in illegal use, from this produces dispute has nothing to do with this company)
Features:
-Compatible with all DS editions of different kinds of language
-Supports Action Replay cheat
-DLDI auto-patching
-Support SDHC (Micro SD 4G,8G,16G,32G)
-2nd generation storage device (no booting tool required)
-Flush fitting slot 1 card
-Uses MicroSD card, FAT16 or 32
-Supports any MicroSD card speed with no lag in game
-Supports Clean ROM, drag and drop. Works on any OS
-Built in NoPass
-Automatically detect save type
-Save directly to MicroSD card, not to onboard chip
-Supports Moonshell and other homebrew.
-User friendly skinnable interface. Touchscreen or button operation
-Supports rumble pak and memory pak
-Supports the WiFi game, DS Rumble Pak, DS Browser
-Supports changes of the background of Operation Interface
-Support Skin DIY by setting background and font colors on Main Menu and Game Menu manually and automatically
-Supports 4-scale-lightness adjustment ( DS Lite only )
-Supports the Soft Reset.
-moonshell 1.71 support Software Reset function( Press START key back to the R4 menu)
Where to buy?
http://www.r4ds-r4i.com/products/Gold-R4i-Card-With-Red- ...
Mangroves And Monsters Is Another Masterpiece Of Crime Romance . . .
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 20, 2009 – “Mangroves and Monsters is another masterpiece of crime romance heaped with suspense and tension from Pennington,” says B.J.Kibble, author of Dry Rain and Legion. “You can sense the oppressive heat of the Caribbean mangroves, taste the exotic delights of embryonic love and rampant passion under a broiling sun while killers, traitors and every form of lowlife stalk the shadows. Fresh words from a fresh imagination. A delight to read.”
Columbia, Maryland - November 6, 2009 - Draumr Publishing proudly announces the release of Mangroves and Monsters (978-1-933157-31-3, Trade paperback, 8.5 x 5.5, 302 pp). Native Texan Sharon Cupp Pennington has written plenty of Caribbean romance and adventure into this sequel to her debut novel, Hoodoo Money . . .
Charlie Cooper, reluctant teacher by day and broken-hearted wanderer by night, is a man desperately in love with a dead woman. But is Angeline St. Cyr really dead? The supermodel fell victim to an auto-pedestrian accident in New Orleans. Police reports and medical records substantiate the severity of her injuries. Cosmetics mogul Mathieu Fournier, her former boss, orchestrated a cremation and memorial service. The paparazzi swarmed celebrity attendees. Fans mourned.
Call it gut instinct, call it what you will, Cooper is convinced Angeline's death was an elaborate scheme Fournier sold to the world. He isn’t buying it, nor is his heart. A tenuous lead draws him to the Caribbean island of Jacqueme Dominique. Only Cooper isn’t alone in his quest. By chasing his dream of rekindled love, he becomes embroiled in murder, treachery and abduction at the hands of his old nemesis Willem Voorhees — a merciless killer.
For five long years his love survived while he searched for Angeline. Will finding
her cost Cooper his life?
To learn more about Mangroves and Monsters and future endeavors, Ms. Pennington welcomes your visit at www.sharonpenningtonwrites.webs.com.. Mangroves and Monsters is available through Draumr Publishing at www.draumrpublishing.com and booksellers worldwide.
Columbia, Maryland - November 6, 2009 - Draumr Publishing proudly announces the release of Mangroves and Monsters (978-1-933157-31-3, Trade paperback, 8.5 x 5.5, 302 pp). Native Texan Sharon Cupp Pennington has written plenty of Caribbean romance and adventure into this sequel to her debut novel, Hoodoo Money . . .
Charlie Cooper, reluctant teacher by day and broken-hearted wanderer by night, is a man desperately in love with a dead woman. But is Angeline St. Cyr really dead? The supermodel fell victim to an auto-pedestrian accident in New Orleans. Police reports and medical records substantiate the severity of her injuries. Cosmetics mogul Mathieu Fournier, her former boss, orchestrated a cremation and memorial service. The paparazzi swarmed celebrity attendees. Fans mourned.
Call it gut instinct, call it what you will, Cooper is convinced Angeline's death was an elaborate scheme Fournier sold to the world. He isn’t buying it, nor is his heart. A tenuous lead draws him to the Caribbean island of Jacqueme Dominique. Only Cooper isn’t alone in his quest. By chasing his dream of rekindled love, he becomes embroiled in murder, treachery and abduction at the hands of his old nemesis Willem Voorhees — a merciless killer.
For five long years his love survived while he searched for Angeline. Will finding
her cost Cooper his life?
To learn more about Mangroves and Monsters and future endeavors, Ms. Pennington welcomes your visit at www.sharonpenningtonwrites.webs.com.. Mangroves and Monsters is available through Draumr Publishing at www.draumrpublishing.com and booksellers worldwide.
Santa Scheduled to Arrive at Kent Station in Grand Style on November 28
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 19, 2009 – Accompanied by the Rainier Brass Ensemble, Santa and Mrs. Claus are scheduled to arrive at Kent Station Plaza at 10 a.m., Saturday, November 28 in grand style. Children, families and shoppers are invited to join Kent Station in welcoming the jolly couple who will officially kick off the holiday season.
After the welcoming ceremony and festive holiday music, Santa and Mrs. Claus will hold court at Kent Station’s Hip Santa House to hear holiday wishes and to determine who will pass Santa’s patented “naughty or nice” test. The happy holiday couple will be available from November 28 through December (see website for specific hours). All ages are welcome, even if you’ve been naughtier than nice. Santa will also make a special appearance in the holiday parade during Winterfest 2009: A Holly Jolly Day in Kent, scheduled for Saturday, December 5.
In addition, Kent Station shoppers, guests and well-behaved pets can have their pictures taken with Santa. With photo packages priced between $10 and $40, prints and digital photos are affordable and make great gifts. For an additional discount, visitors may donate a nonperishable food item or a new, unwrapped toy for the Kent Food Bank. Proceeds from the photo packages will also be donated to the Kent Food Bank.
“We encourage shoppers and families to come out to enjoy a little holiday spirit, Kent Station-style,” general manager John Hinds said. “Our Santa house is an affordable way to spend time with friends and family while benefiting our community.”
Last year, Kent Station and its shoppers donated over 500 pounds of food, 300 toys and $1,500 to Kent Food Bank families. Santa welcomes visits to his “hip house,” and Kent Station welcomes toy and food donations for the Kent Food Bank. This year’s event is proudly sponsored by BECU, MultiCare Kent Clinic and Fox Electric Co.
For more information including Santa’s hours and photo packages, prices and pick-up information, visit the Kent Station website at www.kentstation.com.
Located on 18 acres in the heart of downtown Kent, Kent Station is an urban village developed by Seattle-based Tarragon Development Company. The 470,000 sq. ft., mixed-use development features locally-owned and national retail stores, professional office space, and dining and entertainment, including a 14-screen AMC Theatres Cineplex and a branch campus of Green River Community College. Shop local this Christmas, shop Kent Station.
After the welcoming ceremony and festive holiday music, Santa and Mrs. Claus will hold court at Kent Station’s Hip Santa House to hear holiday wishes and to determine who will pass Santa’s patented “naughty or nice” test. The happy holiday couple will be available from November 28 through December (see website for specific hours). All ages are welcome, even if you’ve been naughtier than nice. Santa will also make a special appearance in the holiday parade during Winterfest 2009: A Holly Jolly Day in Kent, scheduled for Saturday, December 5.
In addition, Kent Station shoppers, guests and well-behaved pets can have their pictures taken with Santa. With photo packages priced between $10 and $40, prints and digital photos are affordable and make great gifts. For an additional discount, visitors may donate a nonperishable food item or a new, unwrapped toy for the Kent Food Bank. Proceeds from the photo packages will also be donated to the Kent Food Bank.
“We encourage shoppers and families to come out to enjoy a little holiday spirit, Kent Station-style,” general manager John Hinds said. “Our Santa house is an affordable way to spend time with friends and family while benefiting our community.”
Last year, Kent Station and its shoppers donated over 500 pounds of food, 300 toys and $1,500 to Kent Food Bank families. Santa welcomes visits to his “hip house,” and Kent Station welcomes toy and food donations for the Kent Food Bank. This year’s event is proudly sponsored by BECU, MultiCare Kent Clinic and Fox Electric Co.
For more information including Santa’s hours and photo packages, prices and pick-up information, visit the Kent Station website at www.kentstation.com.
Located on 18 acres in the heart of downtown Kent, Kent Station is an urban village developed by Seattle-based Tarragon Development Company. The 470,000 sq. ft., mixed-use development features locally-owned and national retail stores, professional office space, and dining and entertainment, including a 14-screen AMC Theatres Cineplex and a branch campus of Green River Community College. Shop local this Christmas, shop Kent Station.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Chiropractic Christmas Gifts: Chiropractic Art and Other Gifts for Chiropractors
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 16, 2009 – Customers shopping online for unique Chiropractic Christmas gifts need look no further than ClinicallySignificantProductions dot com. This site has a variety of unique and affordable gifts for Doctors of Chiropractic.
Some examples of the availble gifts include:
Chiropractic Art
Chiropractic Paintings
Chiropractic Pictures
Chiropractic Framed Prints
Spine paintings
Chiropractic Patient Education
Chiropractic PowerPoint Presentations
Chiropractic DVDs and Waiting Room DVDS
Spinal Decompression Patient Education
Spinal Decompression DVDs and Waiting Room DVDs
Spinal Decompression PowerPoint Presentations
Spinal Decompression Marketing Kits
Gift Certificates
and Much More!
The site strives to offer quality products at very reasonable prices. Each gift is affordable (prices range from about $20.00 to $75.00 for almost all items)!
Not sure what to gift to give that special Chiropractor in your life? One of the most popular items from ClinicallySignificantProductions.com is the Double Canvas Lateral Spine chiropractic painting. This Chiropractic work of art features a lateral view of the human spine painted over two 12"x24" canvases. This chiropractic spine painting measures in at 4 FEET tall and is available in the customers's choice of background colors and Left or Right Lateral View. Not sure this painting is right? Check out the dozens of chiropractic art offerings.
The site offers a variety of other gifts in addition to their chiropractic art and paintings. Chiropractic patient education DVDs, Waiting Room DVDs and Chiropractic PowerPoint presentations are also available. Spinal Decompression DVDs, PowerPoint presentations and spinal decompression marketing kits are ideal gifts for that Chiropractor who utilizes spinal decompression therapy in their practice.
ClinicallySignificantProductions.com, also offers other chiropractic gifts including chiropractic t-shirts, chiropractic posters, chiropractic coffe mugs and other items via their partnership with Zazzle.
This wonderful new site has the perfect chiropractic gift for any budget! Don't waste time searching for better prices on Chiropractic Gifts than ClinicallySignificantProductions.com. Interested parties can view the site's complete inventory at:
http://www.clinicallysignificantproductions.com/store/in ...
Hunt for an even better bargain by searching on ebay for our products under username: dcmimpala.
Shoppers interested in Chiropractic art or spinal decompression marketing kits are urged to place their orders early because the site has already begun to experience increased volume due to an increase in orders for the holiday season.
To learn more about the site visit:
http://www.clinicallysignificantproductions.com
Some examples of the availble gifts include:
Chiropractic Art
Chiropractic Paintings
Chiropractic Pictures
Chiropractic Framed Prints
Spine paintings
Chiropractic Patient Education
Chiropractic PowerPoint Presentations
Chiropractic DVDs and Waiting Room DVDS
Spinal Decompression Patient Education
Spinal Decompression DVDs and Waiting Room DVDs
Spinal Decompression PowerPoint Presentations
Spinal Decompression Marketing Kits
Gift Certificates
and Much More!
The site strives to offer quality products at very reasonable prices. Each gift is affordable (prices range from about $20.00 to $75.00 for almost all items)!
Not sure what to gift to give that special Chiropractor in your life? One of the most popular items from ClinicallySignificantProductions.com is the Double Canvas Lateral Spine chiropractic painting. This Chiropractic work of art features a lateral view of the human spine painted over two 12"x24" canvases. This chiropractic spine painting measures in at 4 FEET tall and is available in the customers's choice of background colors and Left or Right Lateral View. Not sure this painting is right? Check out the dozens of chiropractic art offerings.
The site offers a variety of other gifts in addition to their chiropractic art and paintings. Chiropractic patient education DVDs, Waiting Room DVDs and Chiropractic PowerPoint presentations are also available. Spinal Decompression DVDs, PowerPoint presentations and spinal decompression marketing kits are ideal gifts for that Chiropractor who utilizes spinal decompression therapy in their practice.
ClinicallySignificantProductions.com, also offers other chiropractic gifts including chiropractic t-shirts, chiropractic posters, chiropractic coffe mugs and other items via their partnership with Zazzle.
This wonderful new site has the perfect chiropractic gift for any budget! Don't waste time searching for better prices on Chiropractic Gifts than ClinicallySignificantProductions.com. Interested parties can view the site's complete inventory at:
http://www.clinicallysignificantproductions.com/store/in ...
Hunt for an even better bargain by searching on ebay for our products under username: dcmimpala.
Shoppers interested in Chiropractic art or spinal decompression marketing kits are urged to place their orders early because the site has already begun to experience increased volume due to an increase in orders for the holiday season.
To learn more about the site visit:
http://www.clinicallysignificantproductions.com
Zhu Zhu Pets Toys Site- Find Your Zhu Zhu Pet!
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 16, 2009 – ZHU ZHU PETS!
Unfortunately, the retailers have not stocked-up on Zhu Zhu Pets. The supply is much lower than the demand! That is why this site was created, to forward you to the best places to get your Zhu Zhu Pet!
Zhu Zhu pets are an innovative product, they are compact yet high-tech. Each pet has a distinct set of sounds and can interact with the other pets. Whether you buy Mr. PipSqueek or Chunk, one thing is for sure, you kids will love them. Personally I think Chunk is great.
Originally they sold for $9.99, but since the supply is low, they are selling for upwards of $35.00! The major toy chains sold out of Zhu Zhu Pets over a month ago. But if you are like most parents, you are willing to look anywhere.
From Mr. PipSqueek to Chunk, they are the best thing since sliced bread! Each has over 40 different sounds. They drive around in little cars, zip up ramps and go down tunnels. Zhu Zhu Pets are the most inventive toy of the Holiday Season!
http://www.zhuzhupets-instock.weebly.com/
Unfortunately, the retailers have not stocked-up on Zhu Zhu Pets. The supply is much lower than the demand! That is why this site was created, to forward you to the best places to get your Zhu Zhu Pet!
Zhu Zhu pets are an innovative product, they are compact yet high-tech. Each pet has a distinct set of sounds and can interact with the other pets. Whether you buy Mr. PipSqueek or Chunk, one thing is for sure, you kids will love them. Personally I think Chunk is great.
Originally they sold for $9.99, but since the supply is low, they are selling for upwards of $35.00! The major toy chains sold out of Zhu Zhu Pets over a month ago. But if you are like most parents, you are willing to look anywhere.
From Mr. PipSqueek to Chunk, they are the best thing since sliced bread! Each has over 40 different sounds. They drive around in little cars, zip up ramps and go down tunnels. Zhu Zhu Pets are the most inventive toy of the Holiday Season!
http://www.zhuzhupets-instock.weebly.com/
Mekong Homestay Tour 3 Days
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 15, 2009 – This 3-days trip offers a glimpse into the agrarian life of the vibrant southern Delta region as we wind our way through the tributaries of the Mekong Delta. From our boats, we are able to closely observe the daily rituals of river life and participate in the bustling commercial activities as we buy our fruits from the floating market. Along the way, we will visit an orchard farm, handicraft village, and a land market with an abundance of colorful fresh fruits and vegetables.
Day 1: Sai Gon – Chau Doc (-/-/D)
This morning you will be met at 08.00am at your hotel by your Travel Indochina guide and driver for the journey into the Mekong Delta - the most fertile region of Vietnam. Your first destination is Chau Doc, close to the Cambodian border and approximately 6 hours drive from Saigon. En route, pass fields of rice and fruit orchards and get acquainted with the locals who have a reputation for hospitality. Upon arrival you have the opportunity to climb Sam Mountain, a place of worship for the ethnic-Chinese. From the top enjoy a cool drink and spectacular views of neighboring Cambodia before checking in to your hotel.
Accommodation: Thuan Loi Hotel
Day 2: Chau Doc – Vinh Long (B/L/D)
This morning visit a fascinating floating fishing village, followed by a village inhabited by Cham people, Vietnam's largest minority group who now follow Islam and practice weaving. Then drive through the delta to Vinh Long, passing farmers tending their fields and drying their produce on the sides of the road. On arrival in Vinh Long take a boat to visit a small village situated on the banks of the Mekong River where you will be welcomed by a local family and learn about the ways of life of the people living in the Delta Region. This evening enjoy a sunset over this amazing river system before enjoying a family cooked meal and a night's sleep in the house of the host family.
Accommodation: Vinh Long Homestay
Day 3: Vinh Long – Sai Gon (B/-/-)
This morning travel by boat through the intricate waterways and canals around Vinh Long. Wander through tropical fruit orchards, sampling exotic fruits such as longan, papaya and coconut before having lunch (not included) on an island. You'll also pass through a fascinating floating market before returning to Saigon by mid-afternoon where the tour ends
Notes:
- 1 Passenger is a single room, 2 Passengers is twin share, 3 Passengers is 1 x twin room + an extra bed. 4 Passengers is 2 x twin rooms in Chau Doc. Multishare at Home Stay.
- The price is subject to change according to each period. Please contact us for the best price
Includes:
Full transportation by as tour program indicated.
Full meals as indicated in the itinerary.
English- speaking guide (other languages are available upon request)
Entrance fees.
Twin-share accommodation with daily breakfast; (A/C room)
Excludes:
Visa to Vietnam
International airfare to/ from Vietnam & International airport tax in Vietnam
Personal insurance
Expenditure of a personal nature, tips, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, emergency transfers & etc.
Recommend more tours at: http://www.vietnamagtravel.com
http://www.hochiminhtravels.com
http://www.saigontravelspace.com
Day 1: Sai Gon – Chau Doc (-/-/D)
This morning you will be met at 08.00am at your hotel by your Travel Indochina guide and driver for the journey into the Mekong Delta - the most fertile region of Vietnam. Your first destination is Chau Doc, close to the Cambodian border and approximately 6 hours drive from Saigon. En route, pass fields of rice and fruit orchards and get acquainted with the locals who have a reputation for hospitality. Upon arrival you have the opportunity to climb Sam Mountain, a place of worship for the ethnic-Chinese. From the top enjoy a cool drink and spectacular views of neighboring Cambodia before checking in to your hotel.
Accommodation: Thuan Loi Hotel
Day 2: Chau Doc – Vinh Long (B/L/D)
This morning visit a fascinating floating fishing village, followed by a village inhabited by Cham people, Vietnam's largest minority group who now follow Islam and practice weaving. Then drive through the delta to Vinh Long, passing farmers tending their fields and drying their produce on the sides of the road. On arrival in Vinh Long take a boat to visit a small village situated on the banks of the Mekong River where you will be welcomed by a local family and learn about the ways of life of the people living in the Delta Region. This evening enjoy a sunset over this amazing river system before enjoying a family cooked meal and a night's sleep in the house of the host family.
Accommodation: Vinh Long Homestay
Day 3: Vinh Long – Sai Gon (B/-/-)
This morning travel by boat through the intricate waterways and canals around Vinh Long. Wander through tropical fruit orchards, sampling exotic fruits such as longan, papaya and coconut before having lunch (not included) on an island. You'll also pass through a fascinating floating market before returning to Saigon by mid-afternoon where the tour ends
Notes:
- 1 Passenger is a single room, 2 Passengers is twin share, 3 Passengers is 1 x twin room + an extra bed. 4 Passengers is 2 x twin rooms in Chau Doc. Multishare at Home Stay.
- The price is subject to change according to each period. Please contact us for the best price
Includes:
Full transportation by as tour program indicated.
Full meals as indicated in the itinerary.
English- speaking guide (other languages are available upon request)
Entrance fees.
Twin-share accommodation with daily breakfast; (A/C room)
Excludes:
Visa to Vietnam
International airfare to/ from Vietnam & International airport tax in Vietnam
Personal insurance
Expenditure of a personal nature, tips, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, emergency transfers & etc.
Recommend more tours at: http://www.vietnamagtravel.com
http://www.hochiminhtravels.com
http://www.saigontravelspace.com
Phoenix Junk Cruise Halong 3 Days
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 15, 2009 – Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Phnoenix Cruiser
8.30 AM : pick you up at your hotel for the 3.5 hr drive (165km) to Halong City .
12:00 PM : Board Halong Phoenix Cruiser. Lunch and a welcome drink are served while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape.
You will see Dog Rock and Incense Burner Rocks, as well as Fighting Cock Rock before heading to Sung Sot Cave ( Cave of Surprises ).
Later, we stop at a floating house owned by fishermen before kayaking to Luon Cave to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the bay.
After returning to the boat, we will anchor in a safe and scenic location for swimming and seasonal fruit in the “ Floating Garden ”.
Dinner is served onboard and then you will have free time to listen to music, relax under the stars or join in Karaoke singing. …
Day 2 : Halong - Cat Ba
Option1 (Romatic night in Halong bay )
Full day sea kayaking to discover the hidden beauty of Halong Bay .
After breakfast, served at around 7:30AM, kayaking begins.
The guide will show you the most beautiful parts of the bay, such as Drum Cave , Man''s Head Islet, Turtle Islet and Fairman Cave before heading to Van Gia fishing village for BBQ lunch and relaxation.
You will have an opportunity to understand more about fishermen daily life in the bay. Afterwards we continue kayaking to the other side of the bay to visit a pearl farm.
We return to the junk at around 4:00PM for the second night.
Option 2 (Cat Ba island discovery)
7.30 AM: Breakfast is served onboard. Afterwards, as the boat heads for the other side of the bay, you will have the opportunity of visiting Van Gia- Halong''s largest floating village.
WE will also visit Monkey Island before arriving at Cat Ba Island for lunch. In the afternoon, you may spend your time relaxing, swimming or sight seeing.
Day 3: Cat Ba- Ha Long – Hanoi
After breakfast, we take a local wooden boat back to the Junk for our return to Halong City . Enroute there will be time for swimming and ‘arm-chair'' exploration of more beautiful limestone islands- have your camera ready for some beautiful shots!
11.30 AM : Halong Phoenix Cruiser arrives at the dock for lunch in an A/C restaurant before returning to Hanoi .
Trip includes :
Entrance fees, taxes and service charge
Round trip transfer from Hanoi by private car/ van
English /French speaking guide
Luxury en -suite cabin with A/C, hot shower, mini bar
Exclusive Cruise through Halong Bay
Meals full board
Swimming Equipment
Trip excludes
International Airfares.
International departure tax
Meals not indicated
Airport transfer $ USD 30 for car, $ USD 35 for a van
Visas and visa arrangement
Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
Personal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and Laundry bills.
Tips and gratuities
Recommend Halong Bay tours at: http://www.halongbaytravels.com/?S=87&C=87&T=0&2N=8&L=?
http://www.halongtravelspace.com
http://www.hanoivietnamtours.com
http://www.sapatravelspace.com
8.30 AM : pick you up at your hotel for the 3.5 hr drive (165km) to Halong City .
12:00 PM : Board Halong Phoenix Cruiser. Lunch and a welcome drink are served while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape.
You will see Dog Rock and Incense Burner Rocks, as well as Fighting Cock Rock before heading to Sung Sot Cave ( Cave of Surprises ).
Later, we stop at a floating house owned by fishermen before kayaking to Luon Cave to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the bay.
After returning to the boat, we will anchor in a safe and scenic location for swimming and seasonal fruit in the “ Floating Garden ”.
Dinner is served onboard and then you will have free time to listen to music, relax under the stars or join in Karaoke singing. …
Day 2 : Halong - Cat Ba
Option1 (Romatic night in Halong bay )
Full day sea kayaking to discover the hidden beauty of Halong Bay .
After breakfast, served at around 7:30AM, kayaking begins.
The guide will show you the most beautiful parts of the bay, such as Drum Cave , Man''s Head Islet, Turtle Islet and Fairman Cave before heading to Van Gia fishing village for BBQ lunch and relaxation.
You will have an opportunity to understand more about fishermen daily life in the bay. Afterwards we continue kayaking to the other side of the bay to visit a pearl farm.
We return to the junk at around 4:00PM for the second night.
Option 2 (Cat Ba island discovery)
7.30 AM: Breakfast is served onboard. Afterwards, as the boat heads for the other side of the bay, you will have the opportunity of visiting Van Gia- Halong''s largest floating village.
WE will also visit Monkey Island before arriving at Cat Ba Island for lunch. In the afternoon, you may spend your time relaxing, swimming or sight seeing.
Day 3: Cat Ba- Ha Long – Hanoi
After breakfast, we take a local wooden boat back to the Junk for our return to Halong City . Enroute there will be time for swimming and ‘arm-chair'' exploration of more beautiful limestone islands- have your camera ready for some beautiful shots!
11.30 AM : Halong Phoenix Cruiser arrives at the dock for lunch in an A/C restaurant before returning to Hanoi .
Trip includes :
Entrance fees, taxes and service charge
Round trip transfer from Hanoi by private car/ van
English /French speaking guide
Luxury en -suite cabin with A/C, hot shower, mini bar
Exclusive Cruise through Halong Bay
Meals full board
Swimming Equipment
Trip excludes
International Airfares.
International departure tax
Meals not indicated
Airport transfer $ USD 30 for car, $ USD 35 for a van
Visas and visa arrangement
Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
Personal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and Laundry bills.
Tips and gratuities
Recommend Halong Bay tours at: http://www.halongbaytravels.com/?S=87&C=87&T=0&2N=8&L=?
http://www.halongtravelspace.com
http://www.hanoivietnamtours.com
http://www.sapatravelspace.com
Hanoi Golf Trip 3 days US$315
PRLog (Press Release) –
Nov 15, 2009 – Hanoi golfing will allow you to experience 2 — 18 hole courses at Kings’ Island , 27 holes at the new Chi Linh Star Golf, 18holes Tam Dao Golf Club, 54 holes Phoenix Golf Resort, 18 holes Hanoi Golf club and many golf Resort Currently under construction
Day 01: Arrive Hanoi
Meeting & Greeting at Noi Bai International. Pick up and transfer to Hotel in Hanoi (4 Star Hotel). Free yourself. Overnight at Hotel
Day 02: Kings’ island Golf Club
After breakfast and check out the Hotel. Transfer to Chi Linh Star Golf for playing 01 round of golf of 18 holes. Transfer back to Noi Bai International Airport or Hanoi. End of our services.
Day 03: Chi Linh Star Golf
After breakfast. Drive to King’s Island Enjoy playing one round of golf (1* 18 Holes). Pick up and transfer back to your hote l in Hanoi. Overnight at the hotel.
Price / Person US$315 (for group of 2 pax up)
Includes:
* 2 nights accommodation with Hotel daily breakfast in Flower Garden Hotel or Similar
* 2 rounds golf in King’s Island Golf Club and Chi Linh Star Golf & Country Club
* Green fee and Caddy fee
* Airport - Hotel - Airport transfer, Hotel - Golf Course - Hotel transfer
Exncludes:
* International flights
* International departure/ arrive fee, securities, fuel charge * Tips to tour guide, driver and caddie.
* Personal fee outside the program
Notes:
* Surcharge of $35 US on weekend and Holiday for per round / pax
* Surcharge of $65 US for additional round of golf.
* For the group from 4 persons Please contact us for free quotation
* This quotation is based on 04 golfers traveling together
* The price is subject to change according to each period. Please contact us for the best price.
More Hanoi Golf Tour: http://hanoigolfholiday.com/?S=46&C=46&T=2&2N=8&L==
http:www.vietnamgolfclub.org
http://www.hanoigolfvacation.com
http://www.vietnamgolftrip.com
Day 01: Arrive Hanoi
Meeting & Greeting at Noi Bai International. Pick up and transfer to Hotel in Hanoi (4 Star Hotel). Free yourself. Overnight at Hotel
Day 02: Kings’ island Golf Club
After breakfast and check out the Hotel. Transfer to Chi Linh Star Golf for playing 01 round of golf of 18 holes. Transfer back to Noi Bai International Airport or Hanoi. End of our services.
Day 03: Chi Linh Star Golf
After breakfast. Drive to King’s Island Enjoy playing one round of golf (1* 18 Holes). Pick up and transfer back to your hote l in Hanoi. Overnight at the hotel.
Price / Person US$315 (for group of 2 pax up)
Includes:
* 2 nights accommodation with Hotel daily breakfast in Flower Garden Hotel or Similar
* 2 rounds golf in King’s Island Golf Club and Chi Linh Star Golf & Country Club
* Green fee and Caddy fee
* Airport - Hotel - Airport transfer, Hotel - Golf Course - Hotel transfer
Exncludes:
* International flights
* International departure/ arrive fee, securities, fuel charge * Tips to tour guide, driver and caddie.
* Personal fee outside the program
Notes:
* Surcharge of $35 US on weekend and Holiday for per round / pax
* Surcharge of $65 US for additional round of golf.
* For the group from 4 persons Please contact us for free quotation
* This quotation is based on 04 golfers traveling together
* The price is subject to change according to each period. Please contact us for the best price.
More Hanoi Golf Tour: http://hanoigolfholiday.com/?S=46&C=46&T=2&2N=8&L==
http:www.vietnamgolfclub.org
http://www.hanoigolfvacation.com
http://www.vietnamgolftrip.com
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