01 Apr
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How to Plan a Romantic Couples Massage

Is there anything better than a massage? Get a massage with your significant other. Whether you're on a honeymoon, celebrating an anniversary, or just want to have a good time, the couple massage is an excellent way to relax and be together. A couple massage is more than just an appointment. Here are some tips on how to plan the best possible experience.

Plan your whole day around your appointment

Sure, your massage may only last an hour or two, but the effects last much, much longer. If you want to plan something after your massage, that's fine, but make sure it's something relaxing. After all, you feel incredibly relaxed after your massage. You may even feel a little sleepy. Save all of your exciting activities either before your massage or for another day.

Eat light ahead of time

You don't want to lie on your stomach for a long time when it's full. The food before the massage is perfectly fine, it is even recommended. However, skip the heavy meals. Instead, opt for a lighter fare and eat about an hour or two before your appointment. At the same time, you don't want to reserve dinner right after your appointment. That way, you don't have to hurry up, which completely reverses the relaxation you've just done.

Turn off the tech

How can you possibly relax when you're stuck to your smart devices all the time? The answer is: you can't. Turn off your phones, or at least to vibrate them, and leave them where you can't reach them. This prevents unnecessary distractions and allows you to relax completely. The rest of the world will be waiting for you right there when you are done.

Use the extras

There are a number of day spas that offer saunas, fitness centers, and other amenities that are part of your reservation. Arrive early or plan to stay a little later to take full advantage of these extras. An example of this is the upscale Viva Day Spa in Austin, which offers couple massages with an additional sauna session with cool peppermint towels and a treatment with hot herbal steam towels. Even if your day spa does not offer these amenities, you should arrive at least 15 to 20 minutes earlier. This helps prevent you and your massage therapists from rushing around.

Consider some add-ons to your massage

When planning your couple's massage, you don't just have to plan a massage. Check out the little add-ons your spa has to offer. Perhaps your partner could use a little aromatherapy if he has had a lot of stress at work lately. If it's a bit cool outside, consider giving both of you a little more warmth with hot stones.

You two don't need the same exact treatment

Both of you will seek personal advice from your massage therapist. This way, you can both get the best massage that suits your specific needs. You don't need the same type of massage. While you may benefit from a relaxing Swedish massage, your partner can get more out of the appointment with a deep tissue massage. You may need to focus more on your shoulders while your partner needs to focus more on your lower back. If you personalize your massages, you can be sure that you both have the best possible time.

Protect the alcohol

You may be offered a bottle of champagne or a flute of champagne during your massage. While a small amount is fine, watch your recording before and after your appointment. Drinking before the massage can affect your experience. If you want to have a drink afterwards, pay attention to your intake as it hits you faster because your circulatory system works faster. It is also important that you drink plenty of water.

With a little planning, you and your partner can enjoy an incredible, romantic couple massage that you both enjoy very much. After all, you both deserve to have a good time, no matter what the occasion.

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01 Apr
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Wyze Band Review: Put This Tracker on Your Radar

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Wyze Band Review: Put this tracker on your radar

"The Wyze Band is an affordable fitness tracker that you can use to control your smart home."

  • Heart rate tracker at an affordable price

  • Sleep tracking also included

  • Incredible value

  • Alexa built in

  • The screen is a little shaky

  • Difficult to put on

Most people know Wyze as a company that makes smart home products such as the Wyze Lock and Wyze Smart Plug. The company not only wants to make your home intelligent, Wyze now also wants intelligent technology with the addition of Wyze band to his lineup. With so many fitness bands already on the market, Wyze faces tough competition. So it fits together

Alexa on the wrist

Wyze band on the wristAlina Bradford / Digital Trends

The Wyze Band's standout feature is the addition of Alexa. However, this is not the only fitness band with Alexa. It just seems that Alexa's uses are different in this particular band.

You feel a bit like James Bond when you walk through the door and then tell the watch to lock the door behind you.

While Fitbit's Alexa focuses on your body, Wyze Band's Alexa seems to focus more on controlling your smart home devices and more traditional applications. By holding your finger on the screen, you can activate Alexa and ask questions, or use the voice assistant to control your home devices like lights, locks, and more. You feel a bit like James Bond when you walk through the door and then tell the watch to lock the door behind you.

Unlike Fitbit, I couldn't use Alexa to tell me how many steps I took or other fitness information. By the way, Alexa doesn't talk about the Wyze Band. All answers are displayed as text on the screen. This could be a bonus if you hate Alexa's or a digital voice.

Features you'll love

Wyze band backAlina Bradford / Digital Trends

Aside from Alexa, the Wyze Band has a pretty good summary of the features. It records steps / distance, heart rate and sleep, and everything can also be tracked in detail in the Wyze app. The battery also lasts a remarkable 10 days. To compare how good this is, the Fitbit Inspire only lasts up to five days. The less you have to charge, the better. The Wyze Band is also water resistant up to 50m, which means you can swim, dive or just walk in the rain.

Great view, dubious note

I was quite impressed with the clear clarity of the AMOLED touchscreen, which is comparable to the more expensive fitness tracker Samsung Galaxy Fit. It almost looked like I was looking at the screen on my phone. The colors were bright and everything was super clear and easy to read.

Where the screen is neglected is its responsiveness. It has a function that should turn on the screen automatically when you lift your wrist. Sometimes it worked and sometimes it didn't. I usually had to move my wrist a little to turn on the screen.

In contrast to the Samsung Galaxy Fit, it is activated when typing.

It was also not very touch sensitive. I think that's kind of good because it doesn't respond to accidental touches so easily. It was a little frustrating when I tried to access statistics. In contrast to the Samsung Galaxy Fit, it is activated when typing.

Band frustration

Snap Wyze BandAlina Bradford / Digital Trends

Attaching the band around your wrist is annoying. Instead of a buckle, the band has a small knob that is supposed to slip into a hole. It is frustrating and can take a minute to get that little knot into your preferred hole. If you have a handicap, such as carpal tunnel, arthritis, or tremors, securing the ligament may be next to impossible. I have a mild carpal tunnel and it took much longer than it took to get the Wyze band on my wrist.

Our opinion

At $ 25, the Wyze Band is cheaper than any other comparable brand fitness band on the market. While it's not perfect, it's a nifty tracker for the price. It lacks the ability to connect to your phone to check messages or track exercises other than running, but it can control your smart home devices. The Alexa capability is a great asset to such an affordable band.

Will it take?

The Wyze Band seems to break easily if it gets caught on something, but otherwise it seems robust. There is a one-year guarantee on material and workmanship.

Is there a better alternative?

For the price no. If you want more features, e.g. For example, the ability to use your phone with your tracker or to automatically track multiple types of exercises, the Fitbit Inspire HR for $ 70 is the next best choice.

Should you buy it

For $ 25, you really can't go wrong looking for a basic fitness and sleep tracker. The Wyze Band is a good choice. If you combine it with the also very affordable Wyze scales, you are on the way to a healthier lifestyle without spending a lot of money.

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31 Mar
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The Double Cleansing Routine and Clarins Gentle Foaming Cleanser Review

uhhh Going home after a long day at work isn't it just the best? There is nothing more peaceful than going home after a long day and sitting in your favorite chair and watching your favorite show. There is another favorite activity that I like to do when I return, namely removing my make-up. I agree that there were days when I committed the sin of sliding between sheets and going to bed without removing makeup, but I learned my lesson the hard way.

Today, I'm going to review one of the new products I've tried – CLARINS Gentle foaming cleanser for combination skin or oily skin. The price for this is $ 26 for 130 ml. The main ingredients for this facial cleanser are gypsophila extract and tamarind. The Micro bio ecolia which are obtained from natural sugar help to maintain the skin's natural moisture balance and clean the skin from the inside. A small product of only one pea size goes a long way.

The cleaning supplies comes in a light green plastic tube. The texture is creamy and light, like all foaming cleaning agents. This must be massaged on damp skin and forms a good foam after mixing with water. My skin feels really clean after use and I can say that every pore is deeply cleaned because my face looks very fresh and clear.

Apparently it is low in alcohol and sulfates because my skin reacts poorly with these two ingredients. It contains glycerin, water and stearic acid in high concentration, hence the slippery feeling and also the lack of a dry feeling after use. The scent of this product is very pleasant, but not strong to bother you.

Washing my face with this product is actually the second step in my DC night routine (double cleansing). For those who are not aware of it double cleaningLet me say it's a simple process, but we often ignore it.
First round I remove my makeup with micelle water or sometimes I even use an oil-based makeup remover for strong makeup. Once I have removed all of the makeup, I use a water-based cleanser (currently this facial cleanser) and here I devote all my attention.

The second step Double cleaning should never be as quick as a splash. You actually need to massage your cleanser in for a minute to remove all toxins and makeup. It's always the best idea to use lukewarm water to clean your face. You don't want your skin to be irritated by extremely cold or hot water. By taking a few minutes to clean your face and using two types of cleanser, you are actually helping your skin stay flawless. Because both the first layer of sebum, heavy make-up, sunscreen and deeper layers of Pore ​​bacteria Removing them with double cleansing can help protect the skin from acne-causing bacteria and other skin problems.

Back to the product, I have used several facial cleansers and generally do not clean them thoroughly. CLARINS Gentle foaming cleanser for combination skin or oily skin. Cleanses my skin without irritating or making it very dry. It does an excellent job of ridding my skin of blackheads. In winter, however, you need to add a good moisturizer to this detergent.

All in all, that's a real one Effective and Deep cleansing facial wash This removes my make-up and dirt from my face and the skin feels fresh and clean. I highly recommend it!

BnB rating: 9.1 / 10

My hybrid product idea: I want to create a mixture of make-up remover and cleaning cloth. So you don't have to wash your face after removing the makeup. Just get an all-in-one wipe that creates foam when immersed in water and instantly removes all traces of makeup and dirt.

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31 Mar
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Dell XPS 13 (2020) Review: Laptop Endgame

"The Dell XPS 13 has been the best laptop you can buy for years, and it will continue to do so in 2020."

  • Beautiful design

  • Higher 16:10 screen

  • Almost frameless frame

  • Two Thunderbolt 3 ports

  • Larger keyboard and touchpad

  • Excellent performance

Two designs have defined the past decade in laptops. The first ten years were all about the MacBook Air, which dominated the first half of the 2010s and inspired a sea of ​​doubles. In the second half, however, everything revolved around the XPS 13 from Dell. A trend that is ubiquitous today began with the original laptop with a thin front panel and a small footprint.

However, after four years of iteration, Dell has invented something new. Something fresh. Something that takes everything I've loved about the design to a new era.

Don't call it a restart. This is the endgame of the laptop.

Design and display

More of what matters. That has always been the motto of the XPS team, but here it is more obvious than ever. It starts with the screen, which is now 13.4 inches in an aspect ratio of 16:10 and a little closer to the square than the conventional 16: 9. It is only 0.1 inches larger than previous versions, but it feels like it more. The 16:10 ratio means extra rows in my Word document, more rows in my spreadsheet, and fewer scrolls on a web page.

This results in black bars on most videos, which are usually formatted for 16: 9. However, for the person who spends most of their time on a laptop in work mode, this is a worthy compromise.

The 16:10 screen is the same one used on the XPS 13 2-in-1, which was already the leader in the class. It offers a brightness of 500 nits, one of the best contrasts I've ever seen, and excellent color accuracy.

It's sharp too. The resolution is 1,920 x 1,200, which means more pixels than on a typical 1080p screen. You will not select any pixels on it. So if you're not an image editor, you shouldn't have to choose the higher-resolution panel. The advantage of the 4K + screen is more than just the number of pixels – it also offers a wider range of colors.

It is not just the panel itself that matters. In this way, the lack of frames frames the screen. The top and sides are as small as ever, but now the lower bezel can join in. Dell uses a unique drop hinge that sits barely under the surface of the keyboard deck. A part of this bezel, which was already small, cannot be seen. It's a little trick to make the bezel look so much thinner. With the white model I tested, I made the decision to change the bezel color to black instead of white. It makes it even less pronounced.

Despite the slim bezel, Dell pushed its 720p camera module up and the nose cam is a thing of the past. It's not a great webcam, but it is enough if necessary. To use the space even better, there is now an IR camera for easy Windows Hello face recognition.

Keyboard and touchpad

When moving from the screen to the keyboard deck, the design continues to follow the philosophy "more of what counts". Not a millimeter of space was left on the keyboard deck.

The look of the keyboard can be inspired by the XPS 13 2-in-1 – if not in terms of feel. The keycaps are larger and each have less space. They now extend to the sides of the keyboard deck.

The power switch (and the integrated fingerprint reader), which used to be on the right next to the layout, is now integrated in the top right, as with MacBooks. Another small change to the layout, which I really appreciate, is the full size arrow keys left and right. Earlier XPS keyboards contained half-sized keys, with the gaps filled up and down. This often resulted in the page being accidentally skipped.

It has quickly become one of my favorite laptop keyboards to type on.

Part of the keyboard that I'm glad Dell didn't redesign it is the actual feel of the key press. Instead of following the path of the butterfly mechanisms (as with the XPS 13 2-in-1), they still have 1 mm of travel and a snappy mechanism. Since we saw that even Apple moved away from its own butterfly keyboards, Dell made the right choice here. It has quickly become one of my favorite laptop keyboards to type on.

The same applies to the touchpad, whose overall size has grown compared to the previous year. Dell has also worked to dampen the click mechanism to make it quieter. I would still prefer it to be softer, but the tracking and gesture support is excellent as always.

Ports and build quality

You will find major changes to the pages if you are familiar with the older XPS 13. Due to the nature of this edge-to-edge keyboard, there is no more space for connections next to it. There are only a few and they are now pressed as close to the back as possible. On the right side there is a Thunderbolt 3 port and the headphone jack. Another Thunderbolt 3 port and a microSD card slot are on the left.

This is a USB-C less than the previous model, which is shit. Dell is now at the Apple level of port selection and fits the MacBook Air in the USB ports. Unlike this device, I would rather have a Thunderbolt 3 port on each side than together. This makes charging easier, regardless of which side the socket is on. The HP Specter x360 swaps the additional Thunderbolt 3 port for USB-A to support older accessories.

Despite the overall stiffer feel of the XPS 13, it's now easier to open.

The sides are now covered with diamond-cut aluminum, which gives the frame a little shine and gives the workmanship overall a more stable feel. A thin layer of polycarbonate fibers covers the wrist-rest with its unique weave structure. Aside from the unibody aluminum design of the MacBook Pro, this model is well built as laptops come.

The extra aluminum adds only the slightest amount of extra weight, which is now 2.8 pounds. This corresponds to the weight of the MacBook Air and the HP Specter x360 13. At 0.58 inches, however, it is somewhat thinner than these two laptops.

Despite the robust feel of the XPS 13, opening is now smoother. What a relief. For years it was one of the few premium laptops that couldn't be opened with just one finger. One-finger opening is now easy, although I wish there was a lip to make it even easier.

performance

It's easy to look at a laptop's processor and call it good. However, the performance offers more than just a data sheet. The XPS 13 makes that clear. Despite using the same parts as other laptops, Dell has consistently worked to improve the performance of its components.

The same tricks play a role here, for example strips of Gore material with which the heat is dissipated. The processor is now upgraded to the latest 10th generation Intel Ice Lake chips.

Dell continues to raise the bar for performance.

That's not too exciting in 2020, but again, the XPS 13 beats its rivals in terms of single-core performance in Geekbench 5 and Cinebench R20. Even the 16 GB of RAM that was included in my test device was overkill for what most people will do with this laptop. (The Core i7 model I tested costs $ 1,250, but there will also be a Core i3 option starting at $ 999.)

This is one of the most powerful quad-core laptops you can buy, and it even shows the muscles in HandBrake video encoding. At the end of last year, Dell released an XPS 13 with a six-core processor, but this new model is only 7% slower in HandBrake. Impressive.

Yes, Dell continues to set the benchmark for performance. When you upgrade to the 4K + model, you have a premium photo editing laptop. That doesn't mean you should buy this laptop for 3D rendering or video editing, but for most tasks, you won't find a faster laptop of this size.

It should be noted that the $ 999 Core i3 with 4 GB of RAM is also available (although it is not currently for sale). This dual-core processor doesn't have nearly the same performance, although I haven't tested it myself. However, if you only need a laptop to surf the Internet, Microsoft Word and watch movies, the Core i3 is more than sufficient.

Intel's discrete graphics have improved significantly with Ice Lake, allowing the XPS to play 13 games. Type of.

Dell still pulls better frame rates out of these components than its rivals, but that doesn't mean it's a gaming laptop. Fortnite can be played in 1080p if you lower all settings. However, you need to cut it down to 720p to get smoother gameplay. Casual and less demanding games can be played well enough, but the Razer Blade Stealth 13 with an Nvidia GTX 1650 offers better performance.

Battery life

I have high expectations for the battery life of expensive laptops. Somehow the XPS 13 surpassed them. In our test for easy surfing on the Internet, it took over 11.5 hours. Laptops such as the MacBook Air, the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 and the Surface Pro 7 were destroyed. It doesn't outperform the best of the best like the HP Specter x360 or ZenBook 13 UX333, but it's not far behind either.

Battery life always depends on what you use it for. At one extreme, the XPS 13 can take up to 14.5 hours to play video locally or 5 hours to do more difficult tasks. Consistent use throughout a working day should not be a problem for the average person.

If you buy the 4K + model, you can expect these results to drop by a few hours. This also makes this 1080p + model the ideal solution for most people.

Our opinion

The Dell XPS 13 is the best laptop you can buy. This has been true for several years and also in 2020. It's not an easy task if you make so many changes to an iconic design. The XPS 13 has slowly become a little more expensive over the years, but if you are that good, premium branding has been earned.

There's a good choice if you want to spend less than $ 1,000. For everyone else, the XPS 13 should be your next PC.

Are there alternatives?

There are some very close competitors to the XPS 13. If you are looking for a laptop with a 360 degree hinge, I recommend the HP Specter x360. It's small and nifty like the XPS and a little cheaper.

Another great option is the new MacBook Air. With quad-core processors and a better keyboard, it has regained the respect of previous Mac generations. However, it probably can't keep up with battery life, and performance still lags somewhat.

The Surface Laptop 3 from Microsoft is another interesting option at an affordable price, a tight thickness and a tight weight. It also offers a larger 3: 2 screen with a higher pixel density as long as you can carry the large frames.

How long it will take?

Thanks to its modern components and robust build quality, the XPS 13 is designed for durability. The standard one-year warranty is nothing special, but this laptop should last at least three or four years.

Should you buy it

Yes. It is the best laptop you can buy.

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31 Mar
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MLB The Show 20 review: Refining America’s favorite pastime

MLB The Show 20 review

MLB The Show 20 Review: Refine America's Favorite Occupation

"MLB The Show 20 is another home run thanks to its nifty gameplay and many modes."

  • Fielding is more rewarding

  • The showdown mode is great

  • More skills than ever

  • Missing minor league stadiums

  • No must-have additions

While PlayStation is the only relevant Major League Baseball title exclusively on The Market, it still wants to impress. Every year new modes and gameplay improvements are introduced that improve the baseball series, and MLB The Show 2020 is no different.

While there are no big selling points like the 2017 retro mode or MLB The Show 19's March to October offering, which makes getting through an entire game season much easier, there are many little additions that make this baseball the roundest baseball game for the PlayStation 4.

The team at Sony Interactive Entertainment San Diego Studios made concerted efforts to emphasize the skills of the players and refine the core gameplay this year. From an offensive perspective, the biggest inclusion is that it is now possible to get a “perfect-perfect” hit when striking. This happens both through perfect timing and through perfect positioning. This doesn't guarantee a hit, but it does raise the skill cap and is a great way to chase a home run out of the park.

While none of the changes completely overhaul the way you play MLB The Show, they all come together to make it the most competency-based entry to date.

There are other improvements available for the defensive game. A new accuracy meter is now available for throwing, which is optional but recommended. Hitting the green sweet spot is not that difficult if you concentrate, but hitting it multiple times during a double game can be difficult. The mechanic does a great job by making throwing more complicated than just pressing the right button.

Catching flyballs is also more realistic thanks to the extreme catch indicator. This on-field red dot indicator (which is only shown for more difficult than pop-up fly balls) allows players to determine how likely a field player is to make a risky catch. This adds more strategy, as it is sometimes wiser to grab the baseball after it bounces off rather than missing a dive and foregoing a double or triple.

While none of the changes completely overhaul the way you play MLB The Show, they all come together to make it the most competency-based entry to date. In connection with zone hits, there is no real scope for mistakes or random elements. Whether a game is made depends entirely on the player's actions. It's the kind of responsibility that the best fighting games have, and it makes multiplayer a real thrill that you can experience online.

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Another small but significant new feature is the ability to create custom leagues for playing online. These can use either the players' Diamond Dynasty teams or the real rosters, and the players determine whether the league is either competitive or relaxed. Players can change everything from the number of teams to the number of innings. It's easier than ever to play meaningful games with like-minded players.

Diamond dynasty

The crown jewel of MLB The Show 20's experience is Diamond Dynasty, the card collection suite that Sony serves as the linchpin for FIFA and Madden's Ultimate Team modes. The best new mode this year is called Showdown. Here, players face a series of challenges after building a team made up of current stars and legendary players from the past. A player just can't pass some of these tasks before being kicked out, but he gets additional choices (which in turn improves his roster) if he succeeds. It will be a really entertaining mode as the scenarios are very varied and the legends are an entertaining shot that helps them stand out from the others.

Time-limited events are also available to freshen things up. They are subject to certain restrictions, e.g. B. without legends or under a certain number of team ratings. It's similar to the returning Battle Royale mode, in which players work towards a winning streak against other players before suffering two defeats. In the end, these are more pleasant than just competing against other players' teams, as everyone is on a more balanced playing field.

With other return modes like board game-like conquest, the ability to take part in ranked seasons and relive iconic baseball moments and earn rewards, there's no shortage of ways to get new cards for Diamond Dynasty. Sony does a great job of ensuring that the player is constantly getting new maps and devices for the mode, even when they're not using the team they created. The mode cannot be ignored as it feels throughout the game, even if you are not directly concerned with it.

The way to the show is largely unchanged, with the only difference that team affinity is now measured.

MLB The Show 20 Review

Unfortunately, other major MLB The Show modes with the focus of the Diamond Dynasty gameplay loop couldn't achieve much improvement. Franchise mode feels almost identical to the previous year, although Sony has added some customization options, including the logo and team editor, which are already offered in other modes. In addition, there aren't many additions for those who prefer to play a full Major League Ball season with active rosters.

The way to the show is largely unchanged, with the only difference that team affinity is now measured. Your game on the field determines your relationship with teammates, and players receive attribute boosts when players reach goals and perform well in key moments.

The dynamic challenges from last year's installment payments are coming back and are a little more diverse as they relate to the chemistry of a team and the personality of your player. These changes create a somewhat more rewarding experience, although it doesn't feel that different from previous years.

March through October received some improvements based on player feedback. The pace is greatly improved by the additional variety of situations that players experience. Instead of always starting at the end of an inning, players now start in tense moments. This is a smart change, as there is a lot more drama of having a winner with two outs based than at the beginning of the ninth. There are also two new difficulties, dynamic and beginners, that make it more inviting than before. The ability to make more trades through a new transaction hub is a welcome addition as players have more control over their roster. All of this allows the mode to reach its full potential after a promising but rough debut last year.

MLB The Show 20 is a no-brainer for baseball fans who haven't bought an iteration yet.

Welcome to the minor league

While previous editions of MLB offer The Show minor league teams, this year's edition is the first time that all over 1,500 actual minor league players are actually playable. It's great to see these smaller markets represented, and it takes realism as a whole a step forward since the minors are no longer filled with false names.

This addition affects the overall gameplay, especially in franchise mode, where these potential customers can become stars in the coming years. For example, March through October now have on-demand capabilities that allow players to play as a prospect and improve their skills with a good performance. These small opportunities can significantly change the long-term direction of a franchise and show how dynamic the simulation is.

However, Sony has not licensed the stadium rights for these smaller ball clubs. Therefore, the Altoona curve is displayed in a general field instead of in the people's natural gas field with a roller coaster in the background. It's an understandable exclusion considering how much work it takes to model the additional stadiums, but it will be noticed by anyone interested in triple or double-a ball games.

Our opinion

While the new additions are not game changers, they do make MLB The Show 20 the best game version of Sony's baseball sim to date. There's no mode that makes it a must-have for those who have the latest version, but the updated field options make this title a really competency-based title. Without a chance, this is the most convincing baseball experience so far.

Is there a better alternative?

No, Sony has blocked the baseball genre from simulations. Those looking for a fun arcade experience can focus on Super Mega Baseball 2, but lack the MLB license and overall depth.

How long it will take?

Every year, San Diego Studio creates a baseball title that can be entertaining for hundreds of hours and can be fun even after the World Series ends. This year's product is no different.

Should you buy it

MLB The Show 20 is a no-brainer for baseball fans who haven't bought an iteration yet.

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31 Mar
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Resident Evil 3 Review: Still A Heart-Pounding Thrill Ride

Resident Evil 3 Hands On

“Resident Evil 3 is uncomfortable, but exhilarating. The danger is exciting, like roaming a haunted house or riding a roller coaster. "

  • Impressive and exciting gameplay

  • Solid speed and action

  • Captures the feel of the original and remains unique

Capcom could never have known that its Resident Evil 3 remake would be released in the middle of a global pandemic. But it has, and that could help make it the most terrifying game you'll be playing this year. And that's why it's so great.

I found this game really scary. With a racing heart, I walked cautiously into the room, checked every corner for signs of a possible danger, and listened carefully to my headset to find out where monsters might be waiting for me.

It's not just the pandemic. Sure, the opening mentions the words pandemic, quarantine, and CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) that we've all heard countless times in the news lately. However, in Resident Evil 3, the disease (known as the T virus) is man-made. You play as Jill Valentine, who is fighting a health threat with your loved one.

Your nemesis is nemesis

The relentless disease is embodied in Nemesis, a wild creature that chases you during the game. Nemesis is a fan favorite from the original Resident Evil 3 and is one of the best-known horror villains. There are good reasons for that.

Nemesis and other enemies will cause you a lot of fear of jumping. At some point a monster jumped out and implanted larvae in Valentin's throat, which she had to vomit from her system. As a Valentine, you wander the streets of Raccoon City and face such horrors between the remains of once-lively homes and businesses, often led only by the glow of a flashlight.

I often thought, "Why am I playing this game?" Still, I couldn't take it off.

Resident Evil 3 is uncomfortable but exhilarating. The danger is exciting, like roaming a haunted house or riding a roller coaster. And Resident Evil 3 is absolutely thrilling.

If you think that Nemesis is not available, it will immediately become active again, even stronger – similar to an always mutating virus. No area feels safe. That zombie who was motionless a second ago? It could revive when you let go of your guard.

The only places of comfort are the safe spaces where you can save your progress. Here I felt a sense of calm every time I opened the door, especially in new areas where I didn't know what was on the other side.

It's pretty nice, albeit in a dark, haunting way.

This tension is reinforced by excellent music. Much of the game is driven by a series of escalating strings. It is just a constant reminder of the ambient noise of a horror film that is preparing for a fear of jumping. However, when you enter a safe room, everything changes. It is always well lit and a soothing piano medley begins.

The only other relief from the constant feeling of danger is removing the fixed camera from the original game. The inability to look around and see your surroundings increased the tension of the original, but it just wouldn't fly in a modern title. It is a necessary and valued upgrade.

Capcom has also improved the graphics. Resident Evil 3 is a remake, not a remaster, and the brand new look is really amazing. It is beautiful in a dark, haunting way. The design of Nemesis is incredible, especially since it is constantly changing its shape.

Valentine also gets a new millennium makeover and finally drops the tube top to get a more realistic tank. I have nothing against tube tops as a garment, but as a woman playing the game, it was staggering to see Valentine struggle to survive in the least practical clothes. It would immediately break my lifting of unbelief and that says something in a game full of zombies and fantastic physical achievements by the protagonists.

Instead, we are treated with two playable protagonists that you switch between as the game progresses. From a technical point of view, they face each other because Valentine is part of the S.T.A.R.S. that the Umbrella Corporation is examining for its role in the spread of T viruses. Carlos, the other playable character, works for Umbrella, but the two are still teaming up. It doesn't matter who signs their paychecks. You want to help others.

You won't win Resident Evil 3 for the best game writing, but for their dynamic work, especially in Resident Evil 3. This is a horror game. It needs simple, strong characters.

In the end I didn't ask myself why I was playing the game. I had a feeling of satisfaction, that's exactly what a great game should do, whether it has a happy ending or not.

In addition to the story mode, Resident Evil 3 offers a multiplayer option called Resident Evil Resistance, an online multiplayer experience of 4 against 1. I have to spend more time in this mode to reach a judgment and I will do more later report about it.

Our opinion

Resident Evil 3 is a solid game. It does not reinvent the wheel or its own action. But the gameplay is fluid and exciting, the plot is clear and, above all, it's fun.

Is there a better alternative?

Since the release of the original Resident Evil 3 titled Resident Evil 3: Nemesis in 1999, zombie games have been enjoying a renaissance, particularly at The Last of Us. This is probably the best alternative out there, but they can both exist and be entertaining games in the same player's collection.

How long it will take?

Resident Evil 3 shows his age somewhat in the play-through length. They'll easily make it under 10 hours, and that's probably because the over 40-hour sagas we got used to weren't the norm in the 90s.

Should you buy it

Yes, unless you really don't like the horror genre. It's fun and well done. I would especially recommend it if you are a big fan of the original or missed the boat and wish you hadn't. Fans of last year's Resident Evil 2 remake will likely be happy with this release as well

Editor's recommendations




30 Mar
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The Importance of the Jerk Balance For Footwork

The split jerk is actually a two-step jerk in which the rear foot lands first and thus gains traction first. This has the effect of pushing the bar forward under the bar when it is locked over the head.

This exercise teaches the correct "dancing" action of the forefoot while the drive from the shoulders is strengthened in front of the neck. If this is a problem for you or one of your athletes, include the movement at the beginning of the session until the footwork is well anchored. As more knowledge is gained, the exercise can be gradually moved back in training until it can be completely eliminated.

30 Mar
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 Review: AMD Drops the Mic

Asus Rog Zephyrus G14 Rating 07

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review: AMD drops the microphone

"With an eight-core processor and a shockingly small chassis, the Zephyrus G14 is in a class of its own."

  • Excellent slot machine

  • Thin, small and light

  • Game-changing CPU performance

  • Responsive touchpad

  • Unique lid design

  • Noisy at idle

  • Mushy keyboard

  • No webcam

The ROG Zephyrus G14 is unlike any gaming notebook you have ever owned. Although it contains an Nvidia RTX 2060, it only weighs 3.5 pounds. It's not much bigger than a 14-inch laptop that you would see at work.

How is that possible? A very special component is the heart of the G14: the AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS. The magic lies in this chip with eight cores and sixteen threads.

The Zephyrus G14 has developed a new class of gaming laptops and is already priced at $ 1,050. But is this new generation of gaming laptops what people want?

Size and portability

Asus and AMD want the G14 to be a laptop that's as portable as any other laptop – a laptop that you can take to school, take to work, and play anywhere in between.

Laptops like the Razer Blade and the MSI GS65 have tried to reduce the thickness of their machines, but they have kept a large screen size – 15 and 17 inches, respectively. Here the G14 deviates.

With a 14.0-inch display and thin bezels on the top and on the sides, a considerable amount is cut directly out of the laptop's housing. That means the G14 is smaller than most gaming laptops in almost every way, including weight. At 3.5 pounds, it's 19% lighter than the 16-inch MacBook Pro and 24% lighter than the Razer Blade 15. The small size helps with weight, as does the magnesium alloy case, which is much lighter than full aluminum.

As someone who mainly uses a 13-inch laptop every day, I was shocked by the space requirements of the G14 when I opened the box. At just 12.8 x 8.7 inches, its footprint is about 5% smaller than that of a 13-inch MacBook Pro.

It's also thin, though it matches the current Razer Blade at 0.70 inches. When open, the G14 feels thicker than it should due to the raised hinge, which adds an additional 0.6 inches and improved airflow.

The only gaming laptop that can keep up with the size of the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is Razers Blade Stealth, a 13-inch laptop with up to a GTX 1650 GPU. It's significantly smaller, but the graphics and CPU options are also much more limited. The Zephyrus G14 is in a class of its own.

Processor power

The device I've tested costs $ 1,450 and is right in the middle of the configuration stack. The Zephyrus G14 is the launch vehicle for AMD's Ryzen 4000 chips. In particular, the eight-core chips of the Ryzen 9 H series are intended for powerful laptops and gaming machines.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 does not use the standard 45 watt CPU, but a special 35 watt variant called Ryzen 9 4900HS with 16 GB RAM (configurable up to 32 GB). The "S" stands for slim and can therefore be cooled in the small chassis of the Zephyrus G14.

Do not worry. This does not mean that performance is affected. This Ryzen processor is incredibly fast, especially if you give it a task that can use its eight cores and 16 threads. This includes the creation of content, regardless of whether it is 3D modeling or video editing.

For this type of workload, it's hardly worth comparing it to other gaming laptops, most of which use an Intel Core i7-9750H with six cores. You just can't keep up. The 8-core i9-9880HK is a better competitor, although it's mainly reserved for laptops designed to create high-end content like Dell XPS 15, MacBook Pro 16-inch or ThinkPad X1 Extreme.

For such a small and light laptop, the G14 offers record performance.

But here's the crazy thing. Whether in benchmarking or in real tests – the Asus G14 still convinces laptops with an Intel Core i9-9880HK processor. It surpasses the 16-inch MacBook Pro in Cinebench R20 Multi-Core by a whopping 25%. It even encrypted a 4K file in Handbrake 11% faster, which is equivalent to the performance of the Dell XPS 15.

With the Core i9, you will find more power in thicker workstation machines, but the G14 is a record-breaker for such a small and light laptop.

However, there is a reason why companies don't put expensive, sultry Core i9s in any old laptop. First, all eight cores cannot be used efficiently by most games, so you are not doing much good. Then there is an obvious thermal problem that Asus and AMD have not properly addressed. The Zephyrus G14 is a loud little notebook. Playing games or running heavy applications will distract you. But this is forgivable.

My problem is that fans of the Zephyrus G14 keep whirring even when idling (and in silent mode). The result is an irritating coil whine that never goes away. This reduces my desire to use the G14 as a laptop that I want to use every day.

Gaming performance

My Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review device has an Nvidia RTX 2060 for graphics with options for the GTX 1660 Ti and GTX 1650 in cheaper configurations. The G14 is the smallest laptop with an RTX 2060, a graphics card that is roughly as powerful as a GTX 1070 desktop graphics card. The result is smooth, responsive gaming in almost every title I've tried.

Battlefield V, Fortnite and Civilization VI were all played at well over 60 frames per second (FPS) in 1080p at maximum setting. This is comparable to laptops like the Dell G7 15, which is 2 pounds heavier. It beat the same RTX 2060 in the ROG Zephyrus M in every game, although it was lighter and smaller in almost every way.

If you decrease the settings a bit, the performance really lights up. Fortnite landed at 118 FPS while Civilization VI reached 132. There is a constant 10 FPS behind the Razer Blade, which we tested with a more powerful GPU, the RTX 2070 Max-Q.

Fast shooters like Battlefield V go well with the Zephyrus G14, which has a fast 120 Hz refresh rate. And 98 FPS on medium and 70 at Ultra in Battlefield V don't look bad. The G14 even makes a tough game like Assassins Creed: Odyssey playable and manages 64 FPS at high settings.

The importance of this for AMD cannot be overstated. The company isn't often represented in such powerful or ambitious laptops.

Design and display

Asus ROG Zephyrus laptops of recent years share one look. They are black and chunky and loaded with a hint of RGB throughout.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 stands out. At CES 2020, the laptop made headlines with its AniMe Matrix display design on the cover, where LEDs illuminate the display lid of the laptop with patterns and designs. You can even customize it to display text, animations, or logos of your choice.

It's a cool feature that costs you an additional $ 500 and my test unit didn't include it. But the white standard version without the AniMe Matrix Display is also beautiful. The dot matrix adds a touch of interest, and the white color is still unique in itself.

However, the design of the G14 doesn't feel coherent. The lid is white, the keyboard cover and the housing are gray and the frames around the display are black. It feels like parts of a couple of different laptops put together into one device. The completely gray option is a little better.

The speakers could have used a little more enthusiasm.

The display is an IPS panel with a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. It's nothing special in terms of contrast brightness, but it doesn't have any major weaknesses either. Following the trend we've seen recently, it offers accurate colors and a decent range of colors that show 77% of the AdobeRGB color space.

However, the speakers could use a little more enthusiasm. I had high hopes because the G14 includes a pair of upward tweeters and two woofers on the hinge. They are loud enough, but a modern iPhone sounds better. Between the speakers and the whine of the coil, you should pair the G14 with decent headphones.

Keyboard and touchpad

The inputs are a mixed bag. Let's start with the good things. The touchpad is excellent, which surprised me. Such a good touchpad in a gaming laptop is difficult to find, as many manufacturers assume that you are using an external mouse. Not here. This is a good call because the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is small enough to be used as an everyday laptop.

Typing on the Zephyrus is not a problem, but there is room for improvement.

The keyboard is also spacious and offers the typical ROG layout. Keys such as the volume control are located above the function line. Larger ROG laptops have additional keys on the right side, but have been omitted here. This is wise because I prefer a comfortable layout rather than a button to scroll up and down.

While typing is not a slog, there is definitely room for improvement. Key presses have a lot of leeway, but the bottom-out action is mushy. This creates an inaccurate typing experience that gets tired over time. The keyboard backlight is also limited. It's a single zone that's not customizable, which is rare in a gaming laptop these days. The backlight is uneven and illuminates some keys better than others.

The power switch is located above the standard layout and has an integrated fingerprint reader. This is important because, strangely, the Zephyrus G14 does not have a built-in webcam. That means no Windows Hello face detection and no zoom calls. I have the idea – this is not a laptop for video calls. Still, given the potential crossover appeal as content creation and business laptop, it's a strange thing to omit this.

Battery life

Gaming laptops are not known for their battery life, even when you are not playing. The Zephyrus G14 doesn't change this, even though it lasts longer than other gaming laptops. The G14 managed almost 6 hours under a light load from surfing the Internet. This is not a good comparison with a modern ultrabook like the XPS 13 or HP Specter x360, which can take up to 10 hours with the same test.

However, it is one of the best in its class for a gaming laptop. It's half an hour longer than the Dell G7 gaming laptop and Razer Blade, and hours before laptops with G-Sync like Zephyrus M and Alienware M15.

The Zephyrus G14 performs even better in CPU-intensive tests. The Basemark battery test lasted 4 hours. It provides an overview of battery life in heavier applications. Adding 10 hours of local video playback on one charge gives you the best battery life you can get with a gaming laptop.

Our opinion

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 challenges other thin gaming laptops like the Razer Blade. The G14 offers more than enough performance for most PC gamers. In addition, thanks to its 8-core processor, it is one of the best content creation and editing laptops you can buy at this price.

Does it also work as a standalone laptop? The constant hum of the fans and the lack of a webcam are not ideal for everyday laptop use. However, the sufficient battery life and the display of the G14 make it a good choice for work and travel.

Are there alternatives?

No gaming laptop is as small and powerful as the Zephyrus G14. As you become less powerful and even smaller, you can opt for something like the Razer Blade Stealth.

When you step into the world of 15-inch laptops, your options expand quickly. The Razer Blade 15 and MSI GS65 are as thin as the G14, although it's heavier and bigger. They are also significantly more powerful and offer graphics options up to the RTX 2080 Max-Q. The closest price alternative is that Predator Helios 300, which offers a similar configuration, but with fewer processor cores and a much larger housing.

If you need a 15-inch content creation laptop that can be played on the side, I recommend the Dell XPS 15. It's not as powerful a slot machine as the G14, but it's a more balanced content creation option.

How long it will take?

The G14 should have at least three or four years of gaming performance before showing its age. It is well built, current and powerful. Unfortunately, Asus only offers a one-year warranty to cover defects, including the battery. After that you are alone.

Should you buy it

Yes. It is an extremely powerful laptop in a surprisingly small design.

Editor's recommendations




30 Mar
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Morning Mobility Check-In | Breaking Muscle

Check-in for morning mobility - fitness, mobility, morning, self-assessment, exercise at home, at home, staying fit

Last week I wrote that mobility – the ability to move and move freely and easily – is not a separate facet of fitness. Mobility is rather an expression of your fitness and informs you of your reality from moment to moment.

Just as the martial arts masters insist that we have to be able to get cold, and Kelly Starrett's famous analogy describes how a leopard must always be ready to make a living, how you can move at every moment of your life ?

Getting out of bed fresh in the morning may be the ultimate test of your true mobility. If a group is only as strong as its weakest member, You are only as mobile as your stiffest moment.

To add some practical tests and actionable advice to this theoretical consideration, I am offering a mobility check-in this morning. In this video I describe and demonstrate three quick movement sequences that you can perform at any time of the day and / or fresh out of bed in a few minutes.

We are most used to paying attention to our movement patterns in the gym. Similarly, we measure our physical abilities against PRs and other measures that are taken after we have carefully prepared and warmed up.

When you follow these quick mobility sequences, pay attention to what you feel in your body. This can tell you a lot more than you might find in training and can provide valuable guidelines for controlling your movement practice.

Check out this list of fun workouts and simple exercises you can do at home.

30 Mar
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Soap & Glory Smoothie Star Breakfast Scrub Review

As the weather gets better here in Missouri, I thought about switching to some new skin care products, and Soap & Glory Smoothie Star Breakfast Scrub is one of them. This is an effective peeling based on cream, which is perfect for a mild peeling in winter. Since the peeling is based on sugar, it does not sting like some peels based on salt, but contains honey as the main ingredient that moisturizes the skin.

Price: $ 11.99 in the U.S.

Soap & Glory Smoothie Star breakfast scrub comes in one transparent Plastic jar with a pink cap. The glass is pretty sturdy and the cap closes tightly, so the contents stay safe even in my checked baggage. Although I prefer tubes packaging Since it is more hygienic, I would recommend removing the product with a spatula when using it in the shower. For the first-When I used it in the shower, it was hard for me to use it because the peeling made my bathtub messy (the raw sugar it contains dissolves quickly). After reading the manual I really started to apply this to damp skin and Not on slippery wet skin … this way it lasted long enough to properly scrub and exfoliate my skin.

Most of the body scrubs I've used in the past were too abrasive, some even made my skin red, but honestly it didn't! The Cupuacu scrubbies soften my skin and give it a beautiful luxurious shine. Did I tell you that this scrub has an amazing smell, Oh YEAH! I can describe that Fragrance so tasty not that I would have eaten it, but seriously wonderful fresh scent. The scent remains for a good 1-2 hours and persists even after this time. Soap & Glory Breakfast Scrub contains oats, sugar, shea, banana, almond, maple and honey as key ingredients.

The peeling gently cleanses my skin and makes it smooth as soon as you wash the peeling off. There are no residues after washing and my skin does not dry out, although I always apply a body lotion after showering.

All in allThis is a wonderful peeling that is suitable for all skin types. I especially like it in winter because it softens my skin. It exfoliates, helps remove dry skin, and my skin feels fresh and smooth. If you are looking for a good body scrub this is worth trying! Yes and this delicious fragrance to wake up to!

BnB rating: 8.9 / 10

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