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Fiddle Trek
The Wilbert Fiasco
Ingélou
, Apr-25-2015 at 10:01 (2145 Views)
I had lessons with Wilbert from October 2013 until the following summer. Fiddle Guru was going on tour with English Touring Opera and I faced 3 months without a teacher - & I'd always felt miffed at having to give up my plans for taking music exams.
Wilbert had been recommended to me by a colleague, & I sent him an email. He rang up and we discussed what I hoped to achieve; he told me he was good at preparing people for exams and going through techniques methodically, and he was. He turned out to be an 'old school' teacher, the sort I'd grown up with. In fact, up until the time I took my grade 3, in April, I was pleased with his teaching, & under his tutelage I got a distinction.
I'd become irritated with Fiddle Guru's lack of method, and our lessons together were either wonderful, inspirational and anarchic, or painful, depressing and anarchic. I knew where I was with Wilbert; he'd tell me I'd got the time wrong here, or make me practise bowing fortissimo, or correct me on a scale. I felt I was making progress, which I was. After my exam, I realised that I was more confident. I didn't enjoy my weekly half-hour with Wilbert, but it was constructive & at one point I thought that if given a choice between the Guru and Wilbert, I'd choose the latter.
But - looking back - I had problems with Wilbert from the word go. For the first few lessons I was so nervous that as soon as I got to his house, I had to dive to his loo - then I found a supermarket en route with a loo that I could use. Wilbert didn't do chat, and seemed to want to preserve a distance between us. The closest I came to him was once, after a good lesson, I said: 'You are a teacher, sir!' & he said wistfully, 'But I didn't want to be. Like everyone else, I wanted to be a performer.'
What caused the problems was my nervousness. He'd ask me to play & I'd be shaking, or make a mistake, and to cover up, I'd start prattling, or mumble that I couldn't do what he asked. Wilbert couldn't cope with that - he couldn't cope with any sort of feedback at all, I discovered.
I was playing with a three quarter size bow because I find it much wieldier. I had an expensive full size bow but it was heavy. Wilbert never noticed. Straight after the exam, I happened to mention it & at once he insisted that I use a full size bow. I asked why, & he was stumped, but mumbled something about the extra two inches being necessary on some pieces.
Every lesson after that, he asked about the bow, even saying that he'd lain awake at night thinking about it, & he'd reiterate his reasons for wanting me to use a full-size bow. It was as if he was rattled by another adult asking a simple question. I used the heavy bow for a while, & then ordered a full-size bow in the same series as my three-quarter bow. It took weeks to come, & Wilbert asked me about it every week.
He was constantly trying to make me play the exam pieces the way he wanted, rather than the way I wanted (which was also the way that they were written in the Board's Exam Music). He wanted me to play La Rotta more slowly, and Carolan's Air much faster, but I disagreed on artistic grounds. He also wanted me to include ornaments in Carolan's Air. I liked the simple lyrical sound but I did introduce a few twiddles after he told me that he lay awake at night planning what I should put in.
Things moved up a gear when we went on to practising the Aural Tests. I found that I was useless at deciding whether the taped music was in duple or quadruple rhythm, or major or minor. I asked if I could sit down while I listened, & Wilbert agreed, but acted as if it was an unprecedented request. He did give me a lot of valuable coaching on the Aural Tests, but it was a painful experience & I became even more nervous & voluble.
To cope with my nerves, Wilbert started making a joke of it. When I played something for him, or answered a question right, he'd start taking me off, going 'Ohhh!' with an effete sigh. He'd stand at the door to let me in, unsmiling & standing in a daunting manner - he is muscular, but short, so the effect was very Bob Hoskins. I played up to it, as I had to, but in fact I didn't particularly enjoy being made fun of, & it didn't help my nervousness.
Post-exam, we moved on to a repertoire book which I found difficult. This was the problem. Wilbert set a new piece every week - I'd struggle through it, playing it badly because of nerves & because I hadn't had time to pick up the new technique - he'd tell me that it was all right, when I knew that it sounded even direr than it did in practice - and we'd move on. I never got the chance to play the piece well in his presence. I never felt that I sounded nice. I tried to ask if we could spend more time on pieces, but he wanted me to accept his pedagogy & trust him to know what was best for me. I don't think that's a good approach with any adult, let alone a retired teacher with a lot of self-knowledge.
One day he said that after Young Violinist Book 3, he wanted me to go on to Young Violinist Book 4, and then we'd go straight in for the Grade 5 exam, skipping Grade 4. I demurred, saying that my confidence would be better if we did it in stages, & I wanted to learn the scales for Grade 4. He listened, but never referred to it again, & again I got the feeling that I wasn't allowed to question his plans for me.
Wilbert sometimes made remarks about his school pupils, giving the impression that he didn't enjoy teaching & was amazed by their inability to cope with simple things. After the exam he began cancelling our lessons at short notice, not always for terribly good reasons.
I also came to see that I didn't like the classical pieces I was playing - many were horribly arch musical jokes, or if they were nice medieval tunes, one had to ruin them with a funny rhythm or unnecessary shifts of position. But I wanted to do at least one more grade - I was grateful to Wilbert for my grade 3 distinction - & I liked him & didn't want to let him down. So though I thought often about discontinuing the lessons, I decided to soldier on for at least another 6 months.
Then one evening, in the middle of the summer holidays, I went to Wilbert's house to find him in a strange bullying mood. I played my piece, badly, & he put me on to the new piece, a Mozart duet. Usually he'd play the new piece through for me & let me take it away. This time he said I had to sight-read it, while playing a duet with him for the first time. I said I didn't think it was a good idea for me to cope with so many new things at once, but he gave this short shrift.
Not only that, but every time we started to play the piece together, he'd stop me to say that something was wrong - I hadn't signalled to him when to start, I was playing too timidly, I'd got the time wrong - whatever. He simply steamrollered all my nervous objections & forced me to play it through.
Then he said, 'There - I told you that you could do it!'
I said, 'But I didn't do it very well!'
He retorted, with edge: 'Did I say that you would do it well?'
What possible response to that is there but 'No!'
But as soon as I'd said it, he snapped my music book shut & stomped off to a corner of the room. I couldn't work out what was happening - there was still ten minutes left of the half hour - so I said, 'Are you finishing the lesson early because you're cross with me?'
He snapped back, 'You are just so negative. I cannot work with you.'
I felt angry & dismayed, but I didn't want a row. So I said nothing & went to put my violin away. He came & stood right behind me, louring over me as I packed away, saying nothing.
I wondered then - as I do now, sometimes - whether he'd engineered the row on purpose. As I stood up with my case, he stepped into my line of sight. I waited & said nothing.
Then he said - and this takes the biscuit! - 'Aren't you going to give me a smile?'
I said, 'How can I, when you've given me my comeuppance? It would be cheeky. What I want to know is, do you want me to come back next week?'
He replied that he did!
I sat down & we had a little discussion about the lessons. I said I didn't like being made to move on so quickly, & he said that he didn't know why I couldn't just trust him if he said that my progress was OK. Twice he said, 'Come next week; we can get through this.'
But he didn't apologise for losing his temper & lopping one third off my lesson. If he had just said sorry, I'd have forgiven him at once, & we could have made a new start.
As I sat there, I wanted to make peace & say how hurt I was, but I saw that he was a person you just couldn't talk to. As I drove home, I veered between turning round a roundabout & going back to 'have it out with him' - emailing to say that the lessons were over - or phoning him. I felt that the lessons couldn't go on unless the issue of adult-talking-to-adult were resolved, & I knew that he couldn't do this.
When I got home, I told John what had happened. He said, 'It isn't your fault!' This was such a relief (I'm always saying sorry & blaming myself) & for once I realised that it was true. I couldn't live with waiting so I phoned Wilbert. When I said who I was, he gave an exasperated sigh. I said we had a personality clash & I wanted to finish the lessons. He said he was sorry to hear that - but was that true?
It had a terrible effect on me - I hate confrontation - & caused many sleepless nights.
At least it made me appreciate Fiddle Guru, who is someone I can be honest with.
It takes a special person to teach music - and an even more special person to teach music to adults.
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Top 10 Karaoke Bars In Dublin, Ireland
Virginia Maryann Dcruz
With people living in Dublin, Ireland since the prehistoric age, the city has ancient roots that are continually being built upon. The city which is the biggest in Ireland has continued to welcome diverse cultures and people. Whether you believe that the city was formed in the 7th century or an earlier period, there is no escaping the fact that the pace of its residents does not slow down. Especially when enjoying the nightlife at pubs, bars and restaurants Dubliners look for the very best in culture and entrainment. The bars in Dublin have changed over the years and entertainment offered has grown to include karaoke. Whether they are gay friendly or suited for children and young adults, bars are drawing on trends that are sweeping the world. These bars provide their customers with the best music, fun, and song all through the night and into the morning hours. To find the list of the best karaoke bars in Dublin, Ireland continue reading.
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1. UKIYO Bar, Restaurant & Club
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At UKIYO Bar, Restaurant & Club the food is inspired by the recipes from Japan and Korea, while the music is diverse. The bar importantly offers a huge playlist of around 14,000 English songs which customers can pick from. The karaoke rooms on offer differ in size and can fit anywhere from one to twenty people. Charges for the rooms depend on the number of people attending a party and the rooms are popular especially among regular customers who get priority when the bar is busy.
UKIYO Bar, Restaurant & Club
Address: Corner Of, Exchequer St, Dame Ct, Dublin 2, D02 P998, Ireland
Website: UKIYO Bar, Restaurant & Club
Opening hours: 12pm - 3am (daily)
2. Morton's Pub
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Karaoke is a serious business in Morton's Pub and is part of the entertainment which also includes dancing. The pub offers karaoke nights on Friday and Saturday and these are helmed by a host who provides guests with over 500,000 song choices. With an eclectic mix of songs created by Elvis Presley to recent offerings by Bruno Mars available, the pub is a big draw with guests of various age groups. The pub also has a high-quality sound system that provides karaoke nights with just the right amount of volume while guests sample the drinks available.
Morton's Pub
Address: Firhouse Rd, Knocklyon, Dublin 24, Ireland
Website: Morton's Pub
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 12pm - 11:30pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 12:30am
3. Woolshed Baa & Grill
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A popular hangout for Australians in the city of Dublin, Woolshed Baa & Grill provides guests with an ideal ambiance for holding parties. It offers a function room with included bar which can be hired for parties, but guests can otherwise opt to be seated in the main bar. Karaoke is offered on Thursday nights and is a big favorite with the regulars who also opt to take part in the monthly competition which provides winners with prizes. The food offered at the bar includes burgers, salads, fries, and meals designed for kids. Drinks served include droughts, red and white wine and cocktails.
Woolshed Baa & Grill
Address: The Parnell Centre, Parnell St, Rotunda, Dublin 1, D01 K5N8, Ireland
Website: Woolshed Baa & Grill
Opening hours: Thu - Sun: 12pm - 1am; Mon - Tue: 12pm - 11:30pm; Wed: 12pm - 2:30am
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Food and karaoke are the stars at Marrakesh Restaurant & Karaoke in Dublin. Among the specialties in the restaurant is tagine which combines well with the tasty couscous royal on offer. Guests can pick from a variety of other Moroccan dishes on offer which include lamb sausage and then finish the meal with baklava on offer. Cocktails and a selection of wines are available and guests can make use of the karaoke space which is located downstairs to sing along to their favorite songs.
Marrakesh Restaurant & Karaoke
Address: 121/122 Capel St, North City, Dublin, D01 V3P0, Ireland
Website: Marrakesh Restaurant & Karaoke
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 10:30pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 11pm; Sun: 12pm - 10pm
5. Hailan Chinese and Korean Restaurant
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The ambiance at Hailan Chinese and Korean Restaurant makes it a great spot for holding parties. The restaurant has karaoke rooms on offer and guests at parties can sing along to a selection of old and new songs in a variety of languages. The barbecued meat is presented with a selection of sauces and the prices are affordable. The restaurant has several Oriental dishes that are popular, and these include dumplings. tempura and sushi are also among the offerings on the menu and customers get substantial portions with each serving.
Hailan Chinese and Korean Restaurant
Address: 45 Capel St, North City, Dublin, D01 E3E5, Ireland
Website: Hailan Chinese and Korean Restaurant - Capel Street Branch
Opening hours: 12pm - 11pm (daily)
6. The Patriots Inn
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Delivering an authentic Irish pub experience The Patriots Inn can trace its history back to 1793 when it was first built. Since then, the pub has witnessed several historic events including those which happened after the Easter Rising. Currently, the pub is a popular destination among locals who want to experience live music and take part in the karaoke night. The menu at the inn includes French toast paired with Sorrento ham which is served for breakfast. While the lunch menu includes fish and chips, Irish smoked salmon and grilled beef burger.
The Patriots Inn
Address: 760 S Circular Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin, Ireland
Website: The Patriots Inn
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 10:30am - 11:30pm; Fri - Sat: 10:30am - 12:30am
7. Fibber Magees
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Replete with classic style Fibber Magees is a pub that offers its guests a unique taste of rock music. The pub also has an extensive list of beers along with cocktails and these provide guests with the liquid courage necessary when they are participating in the alternative karaoke. The pinball machine's design is inspired by the band Metallica and guests can head to a pizza shack to sample the food on offer. The pub also hosts popular live music shows and events which differ every month. Other food available in the bar includes the 4oz Irish Angus sirloin steak baguette and the hot 'n' spicy Glin Valley chicken wings.
Fibber Magees
Address: 80-81 Parnell St, Rotunda, Dublin 1, D01 CK74, Ireland
Website: Fibber Magees
8. The George
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Popular with locals, The George is a famous LGBTQ bar and the only one of its kind in the city of Dublin. The bar has a long history in the area as it has been in operation for around 36 years. As for its current offerings, they include daily shows and specifically drag related entertainment. The space is also ideal for dancing and its bar is open during the day and up to late at night. Several drag queens from the RuPaul Drag Race show perform at the bar, and karaoke is available on Saturday. The gay bar attracts a steady stream of customers who want to watch drag performers such as Davina Devine.
Address: 89 South Great George's Street, Dublin 2, D02 R220, Ireland
Website: The George
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 2pm - 2:30am; Sat: 12:30pm - 2:30am; Sun: 12:30pm - 1am
9. The Lower Deck Pub
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Whether you are on a pub crawl through Dublin or just want to indulge in some karaoke, The Lower Deck Pub is the place to be. The bar has staff that are friendly and helpful, and the drinks include Guinness and pints of other beer that are available at cheap rates. Karaoke is offered on Saturdays and guests can sing along to old and new songs. Live music is also available on select days and the food includes pizza. Among the games offered are darts, while sports and racing events are displayed on the televisions.
The Lower Deck Pub
Address: 1-3 Portobello Harbour, Portobello, Dublin, Ireland
Website: The Lower Deck Pub
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10am - 11:30pm; Fri: 10am - 2am; Sat: 12pm - 2am; Sun: 11am - 11:30pm
10. The Workman's Club
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Started in 2010, The Workman's Club is located in the Wellington Quay area of Dublin. The bar has seen many rock 'n' roll bands perform within its premises. It continues to offer top-notch entertainment throughout its premises which extends over several floors and features striking décor. The karaoke takes place on Sundays in the bar's main room which can fit 300 people, and guests can sing along to hits dating from the 1980s.
The Workman's Club
Address: 10 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 VX36, Ireland
Website: The Workman's Club
Opening hours: 5pm - 3am (daily)
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Lewis Hamilton Spain Sebastian Vettel Nico Rosberg
Drivers: 1 - Nico Rosberg (Mercedes), 2 - Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes), 3 - Sebastian Vettel (Ferrari)
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Nico Rosberg (GER) Mercedes AMG F1 at the Qualifying Press Conference at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
Sebastian Vettel (GER) Ferrari at the Qualifying Press Conference at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 at the Qualifying Press Conference at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 and Nico Rosberg (GER) Mercedes AMG F1 at the Qualifying Press Conference at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
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Q: Nico, first pole of the year. Is it fair to say you needed that?
Nico Rosberg: Well, of course. Of course I needed it sooner rather than later that's for sure, because it's just one step in the right direction to winning the race here this weekend. Yeah, it was a good day in the office for sure.
Q: Well done. Lewis, a little spin this morning and looked like you were slightly on the back foot in the later part of qualifying. Why was that?
Lewis Hamilton: I don't think I was on the back foot at any other stage. I generally didn't have the pace today. Nico did a great job and generally I don't know if I really had the balance where I like it. I did my best with it and I think tomorrow there's still a lot to play for.
Q: Thank you for that. Coming to you Sebastian, obviously third place again up amongst it here at the front of the grid. Race pace looks strong but would it be fair to say you're a bit disappointed with the margin to the Mercedes today after all the development work?
Sebastian Vettel: Well, I think disappointed is the wrong word. I think it's great to keep confirming that we are right behind. Obviously we would have loved to be a little bit closer, especially for this race as in a way this is a home for us with one of our main sponsors, Santander, so yeah, I think we should still be in good shape for tomorrow. I hope for a good race. But you have to say that those two guys are doing a good job. They are quick. They have been very quick here in winter and I think they confirmed that so far. So I hope tomorrow, as I said, we can be a bit closer but we will see.
Q: Thank you. Back to you Nico: the three of you were the only drivers that managed to save a new set of medium tyres for tomorrow's grand prix. The races have been strategic and tactical so far this year. Are we to expect more of the same tomorrow?
NR: Yeah, definitely. Strategy is going to be important and it's a big advantage to have an extra new set of tyres for tomorrow's race so it's good to have that. Of course overtaking is also more difficult at this track so starting in front is a particularly big advantage here.
Q: In Bahrain you were saying you had made a mistake because you had not pushed in Q2 because you were thinking about the race. It was very obvious today that in Q2 you pushed much harder, clearly thinking about pole position. In fact you did two laps that were good enough for pole today.
NR: For sure, yeah, Bahrain was still in my mind and I wanted to make sure that I don't do that mistake again. I just got myself in the rhythm in Q2 and it worked really well for me today.
Q: Lewis, was it the opposite the case for you. You were sixth tenths behind in Q2, which looked as though you had been thinking perhaps more about the race tyre set you would be using from Q2 to Q3. Did that have any impact on finding the limit in that session that impacted your Q3.
LH: No, I just got some traffic on my lap, I was stuck behind one of the McLarens, so it didn't really make any difference to my in-lap.
Q: Thank you for that. We mentioned, Sebastian, your long run performance yesterday. What was striking about it was that it was long, on the medium tyre, and consistent, but not massively quick or not quick enough to be able to think you can challenge these guys tomorrow?
SV: Well, being realistic they are quick. They are not on pole and second, the first row, for tomorrow by chance. They showed I think in every single session this weekend that they are very competitive with either tyre. So I expect them to be very strong tomorrow. But, of course I hope that we can be a bit closer. The past races we were a bit closer on race pace but, as I said, being realistic it will be difficult to beat them.
Nico Rosberg (GER) Mercedes AMG F1 W06 at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 W06 at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
Sebastian Vettel (GER) Ferrari SF15-T at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
Nico Rosberg (GER) Mercedes AMG F1 W06 enters parc ferme at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
(L to R): Sebastian Vettel (GER) Ferrari, pole sitter Nico Rosberg (GER) Mercedes AMG F1 and Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 celebrate in parc ferme at Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying, Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 9 May 2015. © Sutton Motorsport Images
QUESTIONS FROM THE FLOOR
Q: (Peter Farkas – Auto Motor) Sebastian, you have a lot of new parts on the car this weekend, as most other teams have. Did you hope to get a bit closer to Mercedes or do you still hope that these are circuit characteristics that don't really suit your car?
SV: Well, in general, I think our car was fine on any circuit this year so I don't see a reason why it shouldn't be the case this weekend. Yes, we would have hoped to be a bit closer but the weekend is not over yet for a start and also in the past… and usually this is quite a good indication of how quick your car is, we know we still have something to do. Obviously everybody has been pushing. I think we made a step forward so I'm looking forward to the race and looking forward to the next races. Maybe one race is not enough to confirm everything but, as I said, happy that we are still where we were for a start and hopefully we can be a bit closer tomorrow.
Q: (Luigi Perna – La Gazzetta dello Sport) Question for Seb. Seb, anyway the difference – the gap – compared to Mercedes seems to be bigger compared to the last races. Are you disappointed for that or you think it can be better in the race?
SV: I hope it's going to be better in the race. I think we expected them to be very, very strong here because in winter testing they've been very, very strong. I'm sure they have improved their car since then – but I think the conditions are completely different so we will see. It's true that the gap is there, the gap is probably a little bit bigger than it was the last couple of races. I don't think that's down to one thing only – I think there's always a lot of things you throw in the bag and maybe we are struggling a little bit more this weekend. I'm looking forward to seeing where we are tomorrow and then you can ask me again – hopefully.
Q: (Livio Oricchio – GloboSport.com) Sebastian, do you think we can have a repetition of the Malaysian Grand Prix where you had a great advantage in the tyre wear and it also explained your victory there. Here the tyre wear is very high also…
SV: First of all, apologies, it comes with a red suit, those two guys, they haven't asked me a single question in the last four years! I think it's a different weekend. We have the same tyres, it's correct, but it's a completely different circuit as well. I think potentially the tyres are not working as well as they used to in Malaysia. It looks like Mercedes have a bit of an edge and are more comfortable on both compounds, compared to us. So, we'll see what we can do in the race. Hopefully, as I said many times, we'll be a bit closer.
Q: (Laurentzi Garmendia - Berria) To Lewis, Barcelona is a track known to be quite difficult to overtake. Does it make the start for tomorrow especially… to put an effort in at the start?
LH: Probably. Yeah, it's always one of the opportunities. You have that and some of the pitstops. It's very, very difficult to overtake I think, as it's shown and proved over the years. I haven't even started to think about that yet.
Q: (Luigi Perna – La Gazzetta dello Sport) Could you explain why you and Kimi choose two different configurations – aerodynamic configurations – on the car? You with the new one and Kimi the old one. The reasons and why the different choice.
SV: Very simple. We didn't have the best day yesterday I believe. We both were not entirely happy with how the car felt. I think, as I mentioned before, it was probably tricky conditions this weekend, quite windy, I think the tyres are not working for us as they maybe used to. So, we were not sure about where we were and we decided to split the cars for today.
Q: (Peter Farkas – Auto Motor) Lewis, could you please explain why did you feel the need to go out again at the end of Q1? Did you try something new with the setup still? And what about your spin in P3. What was behind it?
LH: Touched the Astroturf in P3 and then in Q1, that was the team's decision.
Q: (Flavio Vanetti – Corriere della Sera) To Nico. How important is the boost from the psychological point of view, having the pole position today?
NR: It's just important for tomorrow's race because it's better to start first than second, that's obvious. Psychologically, yeah, it's good. Feels great. I'm happy – so it's good for tomorrow.
Q: (Christopher Joseph – Chicane) A question for Nico. What mindset will you take into the race tomorrow that's different from the season so far?
NR: No different. Same thing. Try to go for it. Try to go for the best possible result. Starting first in the car that I have, it's going to be trying to go for the win, for sure. Take the advantage from the start from being first and that's it.
Q: (Livio Oricchio – GloboSport.com) Question to Lewis. Consider the advantage that you have in the championship, do you consider to start the race already racing for the championship or do you…
LH: Every race. Every race you do you're racing for the championship. Every race I do I'm racing for the championship…
Q: The question is if you consider to take more risks or because of the advantage you have, you maybe drive more carefully?
LH: I don't think so. I think I'll drive the same as I did last year. Seemed to do me quite well.
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Mass iPhone Hack Is Huge Wake-Up Call for Apple
By Paul Wagenseil 2019-08-30T21:35:14Z
Your iPhone is less safe than it was yesterday — and that's good
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Last night's disclosure by Google that malicious websites successfully put spyware on potentially thousands of iPhones is not just a one-day news story. It totally changes the game regarding iOS security.
For the past 12 years, iOS has been the gold standard in operating-system security, a standard that the developers of Android, macOS and Windows could only aspire to. You could use the fingers of one hand to count the instances of iOS malware found in the wild that worked on non-jailbroken iPhones — ever.
You could rely on iOS to keep you safe, unless you were a high-profile dissident in a repressive but fairly wealthy country. You could remain unconcerned that Apple does not permit, and did not need to have, antivirus software.
Today, the number of known working in-the-wild iOS exploits pretty much doubled. Suddenly, iOS doesn't seem so secure. If a relatively sloppy group of nation-state hackers could indiscriminately compromise iPhones for more than two years, including phones running the latest versions of iOS, how many other iOS-hacking campaigns are there still out there?
"For this one campaign that we've seen, there are almost certainly others that are yet to be seen," the Google Project Zero blog post revealing the malware campaign said.
"This is rather terrifying," wrote Malwarebytes security researcher Thomas Reed on Twitter. "iPhone infections are scarier, because there's absolutely no way to identify whether your phone is infected without expert assistance... and even then, maybe not!"
Bluntly: How safe is your iPhone now? It seems a lot less safe than it did yesterday.
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To catch you up, Google Project Zero researcher Ian Beer posted a series of long blog posts last night at about 8 p.m. Eastern time, or midnight GMT, detailing how Google's Threat Analysis Group had earlier this year "discovered a small collection of hacked websites" that were being used in "indiscriminate watering-hole attacks" against iPhone users.
Reed, in a Malwarebytes blog post later on Friday, summed up what the spyware implanted in the iPhones could steal -- "all keychains, photos, SMS messages, email messages, contacts, notes, and recordings" and "the unencrypted chat transcripts from a number of major end-to-end encrypted messaging clients, including Messages, WhatsApp, and Telegram."
Project Zero took a look at the websites and the spyware, figured out what was going on, and told Apple. Apple fixed the underlying flaws that made the attacks possible within a week, with iOS 12.1.4 on Feb. 7. (Other flaws used in the attacks had been patched already, but some iPhones were still vulnerable to them.)
Problem solved? In the short term, yes. But the fact that this went on for so long without anyone noticing, least of all Apple, is what's really concerning.
A market-changing shift?
Working iOS exploits were until now thought to be so rare and expensive that even well-funded nation-state attackers could use them only sparingly and only against the most high-level targets.
Beer makes a cryptic reference to "the million-dollar dissident" in his introductory post. He's referring to a human-rights activist in the United Arab Emirates who in 2016 was targeted by someone trying to get him to click on a booby-trapped website that used a previously unknown iOS exploit to "jailbreak" the visitor's iPhone so that spyware could easily be installed.
Such "one-click" iOS exploits that require no action on the part of the target, and no indication that the device has been compromised, have sold privately for up to a million dollars. But their shelf life is short, because if they're discovered, they're quickly patched, as happened in the case of the UAE human-rights activist — Apple patched against the exploit three weeks after the activist found and reported it.
Yet the websites found by the Google researchers used 14 different iOS vulnerabilities, strung together in different ways to create no less than five one-click iOS exploits, and corrupted several websites that attacked not the iPhones of one or a few targeted individuals who were specifically lured to those sites, but the iPhones of anyone who visited the sites.
Beer estimated that these sites "receive thousands of visitors per week." His use of the present tense hints that the sites are still up and running.
He also noted that the implementation of the exploits was shoddy. The attackers made no effort to encrypt the data their spyware was sending back to the attackers' servers, or to disguise the servers where the data was going. Anyone with a copy of Wireshark could have "sniffed" the unencrypted data going out over a Wi-Fi network.
"While the exploits are very complex, the implant is amateur-hour-level stuff," commented malware researcher Jake Williams in a blog post today. "This highly suggests that the exploits and implant were not only developed by different teams, but teams with dramatically different skill levels."
This could be an attacker group that doesn't care if it loses millions of dollars in working iOS exploits -- or one that has reason to believe that working iOS exploits are much less rare that we'd thought.
Should Apple have caught this instead of Google?
The expense of deploying all these zero-days so publicly might have been worth it to the attackers, Beer pointed out, despite the risk of discovery.
"I shan't get into a discussion of whether these exploits cost $1 million, $2 million, or $20 million," he wrote. "All of those price tags seem low for the capability to target and monitor the private activities of entire populations in real time."
But that leaves out the issue of how long it took for the exploits to be discovered. Marcus Hutchins, the man who famously stopped the WannaCry ransomware outbreak and ended up serving jail time as an indirect result, thinks Apple may have dropped the ball.
"Maybe I'm missing something, but it feels like Apple should have found this themselves," Hutchins wrote on Twitter. "Bug bounties are cool and all, but good telemetry" -- the ability to see what your own software is doing on a network -- is significantly more important."
In a conversation with Tom's Guide, Malwarebytes' Thomas Reed countered that Apple might not have been able to.
"I'm not sure that Apple could have spotted this, primarily because the controls on iOS are so limiting that it makes visibility into an infection on the device almost non-existent," Reed told us. "Of course, there may be telemetry sent back to Apple that I'm unaware of that could have tipped Apple off... but I would think not, given Apple's stance on privacy."
That lack of visibility is part of the problem, Reed added. In contrast to Android, iOS is pretty much a black box. Security researchers have had a hard time analyzing it, and iOS users have no idea what the filesystem on their devices looks like, or even how much RAM their devices come with.
"The fact that this wasn't spotted for two years is quite telling, and I think tells an interesting story," he added. "Apple doesn't allow scanning iOS devices in any way, but if that had been possible, it's likely this wouldn't have lasted for two years."
Alex Stamos, formerly head of security at Yahoo and Facebook and now a professor at Stanford, also blamed Apple's lack of transparency and near-total control of the iOS ecosystem -- two things that until now might have been seen as necessary to preserve high security standards.
"Many things to learn from this incident, but one is the safety cost of anti-competitive iOS App Store policies," Stamos tweeted. "Chrome/Brave/Firefox are required to use the default WebKit/JS [to run on iOS, making them merely skinned versions of Safari]. If Apple isn't going to put in the work necessary to protect users then they should let others do so."
"It's darkly ironic that Apple is the company that is demonstrating the end point of late-90's fears about Microsoft," Stamos added.
He listed three things that Microsoft was accused of 20 years ago, and which are arguably true of Apple today: "rent-seeking via platform control" such as Apple's 30% cut of iOS app revenue, "content moderation on behalf of autocracies" -- Apple has cooperated with the Chinese government on censorship -- and "risk of software monoculture," the results of which we can see with yesterday's disclosure.
So how do we fix this?
The upshot is that iOS now clearly has a security problem. I didn't expect to ever say that, but the rock of iOS security was already chipped away at a bit -- a different set of Google Project Zero exposed many flaws in iMessage earlier this summer.
We asked Reed if Apple might want to consider permitting third-party antivirus software on iOS devices, as Android has.
"I don't actually think antivirus software running on iOS is the answer," he replied. "Not only do I not think Apple would ever approve that, it would also deliver potentially dangerous capabilities into the hands of iOS developers.
"What I think would be better would be some Apple-sanctioned means for accessing the filesystem on an iOS device," Reed said, specifying that even that should be possible only under tightly controlled conditions.
In the long run, the knowledge that iOS is not that secure may be a good thing. Apple seems to know it too -- earlier this month, it said it would give approved researchers access to special iPhones that would be easier to hack into, and it raised the "bug bounty" on iOS flaws that independent researchers discover to a maximum of $1.5 million.
Last night's revelations put Apple's transparency-boosting decisions in a new light. Perhaps Apple realizes that it now needs the hackers on its side.
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Statement On January 6 Violence at the US Capitol
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"As a network of religious, labor, education and community leaders from all walks of life and all political persuasions, we condemn the acts of insurrection and violence in Washington, D.C."
We the leaders of Together Baton Rouge are shocked and appalled by what happened at the Capitol Wednesday, January 6. The Capitol was disrespected and demeaned by violent actors who threatened the rights of every citizen who peaceably engages in the democratic process in our country.
Deliberation, debate, argument, compromise, deal-making: these are the means to advance interests in a democracy. Working with our sister organizations of the West/Southwest IAF, we teach and practice these political skills every day; fighting in a non-violent manner on behalf of the issues that impact families and traveling regularly to state Capitols, City Halls and decision-making chambers to advance these issues. That the buildings and halls of power belong to these organized citizens is made self-evident by their consistent and persistent presence throughout years of effort. Their work is carried out through hundreds of conversations full of respectful dissent, concession, and, sometimes, victory. In other words, democratically.
What happened at the U.S. Capitol not only endangered the officials, staff members and public safety officers who were present, but endangered our democratic institutions by introducing violence to what has, until now, been a tradition of peaceful transfer of power in national leadership. To arrive at the point of raising arms is the weakest form of power in our national leadership and our nation was weakened on January 6 by the use of violence in a place of political debate. We mourn the unnecessary loss of life that occurred as a result of this attack.
As a network of religious, labor, education and community leaders from all walks of life and all political persuasions, we condemn these acts of insurrection and violence in Washington, D.C., and recall the words of Abraham Lincoln in his second inaugural address at the conclusion of the Civil War: "With malice toward none; with charity for all; with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in; to bind up the nation's wounds; to care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan--to do all which may achieve and cherish a just, and lasting peace, among ourselves, and with all nations."
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Trojan League Associates of San Diego County members at a recent winter general meeting.
Although more than two hours from San Diego, the University of Southern California boasts a large contingent of passionate supporters known as the Trojan League Associates of San Diego County. The league was founded in 1969 exclusively by women associated with USC, at a time when many universities were not even accepting women yet. Originally the group had 57 charter members. Today, there are 143 members. You must be 30 or older to join. Three quarters of its members are USC alumni; the other quarter is comprised of spouses and parents of alumni. Trojan League Associates of San Diego County is one of seven Trojan Leagues throughout Southern California.
The league serves several functions in San Diego. Members have served on a variety of advisory committees that shape campus policies, including the Schools of Dance, Theater, Social Work, the Marshall School of Business, the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, the Doheny Memorial Library, and others. Some members are former USC trustees and past presidents of the USC Alumni Association.
Stumm started at USC in 1970 and joined a sorority and played on the tennis team. She graduated with a BA in social science and physical education and a California Secondary Teaching Credential, and became a school teacher in Los Angeles and San Diego.
The league tries not to let geography get in the way of staying connected to the university itself. USC professors visit San Diego regularly to give presentations on a variety of topics. Most recently, a student-affairs assistant provost spoke about student homeless and substance abuse on campus. Another recent topic was a collaborative effort between the Viterbi School of Engineering and seven other schools to address refugee camp issues. The league also hosts receptions for newly admitted and current USC students, and luncheons for local high school counselors and principals to meet and learn about the USC application and admissions process.
To date, more than 300 students have received Trojan League scholarships including Jason Phillips, a 2018 USC grad. "As a triplet, my parents were tasked with a tough hand when it came to the three of us going to college at the same time. However, with this scholarship, it helped to at least lessen the load a little bit and allowed me to give back to my parents for the incredible gift of education that they have given me. It reminded me that the Trojan family is here to help one another and through our alumni we can support the each other." Jason studied film production at USC's School of Cinematic Arts and hopes to produce and direct feature films in the future.
This year, the Trojan League is sponsoring its first-ever gala called Trojans in the Paddock to mark its 50th anniversary and boost fundraising for more scholarship dollars. The event takes place Saturday, March 2, at 4 p.m. at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. It features a concert by the USC Marching Band and the USC Song Girls and Silks. USC football coach John Robinson will be Master of Ceremonies for the evening. It includes dinner and dancing with a special appearance by USC mascot, Traveler. Ticket are $150. For tickets, go to trojanleaguesandiego.com.


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Catherine Wheel Nearly Reunited… Could They for Real?
Former bassist Dave Hawes: "I don't know about recording a new album but I'd like to do another tour."
By blastecho on January 31, 2016
Not every band officially breaks up. There are those that do via press release or purported farewell tour, the ultra-rare ones like, say, The Rolling Stones that'll live on until at least Mick or Keith die, but many simply stop recording and stop touring without explanation, only an assumption they're no more. Catherine Wheel—the British prog-rock quartet responsible for five studio albums between 1992 and 2000—did the latter following the lackluster success of what would become their final album, Wishville.
Former Catherine Wheel bassist Dave Hawes says the band is simply on "hiatus," before conceding the 15-plus years of white noise more or less implies a break-up. "It just fizzled out, from what I understand," he says. Hawes was passive-aggressively sacked from the band shortly after a tour in support of their penultimate album, Adam & Eve. Today he lives in Ashtabula, Ohio—thousands of miles from his Kessingland homeland—and mostly works in merchandising, including selling music memorabilia on eBay.
"It just fizzled out, from what I understand."
Hawes did reveal that one afternoon approximately six or seven years ago, the four original members of Catherine Wheel got on a call to discuss the possibility of a reunion, an idea originally floated by frontman Rob Dickinson. While Hawes says he was game, as was, obviously, Dickinson, guitarist Brian Sutter and drummer Neil Sims couldn't be swayed. And that was that. (Neither Dickinson or Futter responded to interview requests)
Hawes says he "still has interest" in a reformation and now believes Futter—whom he communicates with regularly on Facebook—would too. "It didn't finish as it should have finished," Hawes says. "Especially for me, I wasn't there right there at the end. I don't know about recording a new album but I'd like to do another tour."
Following rehearsals for what would become the group's swan song, Wishville, the band—perhaps sensing Hawes's ambivalence with the new material—told Hawes to stay home while they finished the bass parts without him, and they'd call him later when it was time to tour. "Well, that phone call never came," he says with a laugh. "It wasn't a big shock. I wasn't that upset. We'd been together 10 years and you kind of just get the feeling that you plateau out. And [Wishville], from what I understand, didn't do particularly well. It's a shame that we went out like that."
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Wow, right from the mouth of David Hawes. Such a straightforward way to sum it up and a bit of a relief to hear his current take on things, after over 15 years of hiatus.
I'd love to see them live, hell; another album as good as Wishville would be amazing aswell.
I really, really liked Wishville. I'd love a new album and tour!
To each their own…but I think it's selfish to just stop like they did. What about your fan base? Not cool to leave them hanging!


Justin Bieber took the internet by storm after posting an emotional letter to his fans. In the note, he wrote how he is on break from music to focus on his 'deep rooted issues'. And one line from the same long post, on how he is focusing on his health and family right now to be the father he wants to be has sparked rumours of how Jailey is expecting their first child.
"'I am now very focused on repairing some of the deep rooted issues that I have as most of us have, so that I don't fall apart, so that I can sustain my marriage and be the father I want to be. Music is very important to me but Nothing comes before my family and my health," an excerpt from his post read.
Fans of the couple think they that Hailey does have a bun in the oven "ISSSSSS HAAAALEEEYYY PREEEGNAAANTT??? OMMFFGG," one of the fabs commented. "Be the father I need to be?? OMG baby?", commented another.


New Line is moving forward with a sequel to last year's horror hit "Annabelle" with Gary Dauberman returning to write a script.
"Annabelle," directed by John R. Leonetti with Peter Safaran and James Wan producing, generated over $250 million in worldwide grosses on a $6.5 million budget as a spin-off from Wan's 2013 hit "The Conjuring." The film was based on a possessed doll named Annabelle, as described by paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, and set in California in 1969.
"Annabelle" starred Annabelle Wallis, Ward Horton and Alfre Woodard. There are no other attachments to the sequel at this point.
Dauberman's credits include "Crime of the Century" for Chris Morgan and Universal and "Vessels," a mystery set on the Queen Mary. He also sold an alien drama pilot called "Terrestrial" to USA.
Dauberman is repped by ICM Partners. The news was first reported by The Tracking Board.


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European Springs & Pressings React to Annual Business Confidence Survey
Here at European Springs & Pressings, we like to keep on top of everything in the engineering industry. This year, The Engineer released their Tech Trends 2021, taking a look at the next 12 months for the engineering sector, including a business confidence survey, which examines how UK engineers are feeling about the year ahead.
We will outline this survey's findings and give our own ideas and predictions about how we feel European Springs & Pressings will fair in 2021.
First Survey of Business Confidence
This is The Engineer's first annual business confidence survey, and it aims to reveal Engineer's attitudes and feelings towards the next 12 months, including any concerns or expectations for what's to come.
With 2020 proving to be an incredibly challenging year for many businesses across the entire globe, it's no wonder that anxiety levels skyrocketed during the last 12 months. Both the pandemic and Brexit have proven extremely challenging for many, and it's safe to say that businesses are likely to have many concerns going into 2021.
The emergence of the COVID-19 vaccine is the beginnings of newfound hope that 2021 could be the year that coronavirus is no longer the barrier it has been. But there will be lingering consequences, and the impact on the economy could be felt for many years yet.
The Engineer asked their readers from the sector about how they felt about the year ahead, what areas they expected to dominate and how their organisations will fair in 2021. There were 389 respondents from various sectors, with manufacturing being the biggest group with 121 respondents. 90% of the overall sample group were at senior engineering level or above.
Here is a breakdown of the responses from different sectors:
Manufacturing – 31%
Medical – 4%
Oil and Gas – 4%
Academia – 5%
Aerospace – 8%
Automotive – 8%
Defence and Security – 4%
Electronics – 4%
Energy – 5%
Food and drink – 4%
All others – 15%
None of these – 9%
The results found that just over 50% of respondents were feeling confident about the prospects for their business over the next year. 31.6% said they were uncertain about what was to come in 2021, and just 16% were feeling concerned about their prospects.
These confidence levels varied depending on the sector. Areas of engineering less affected by the pandemic, such as telecoms and consumer goods, were unsurprisingly, more positive about the future. This includes sectors that will be vital to the UK's economic recovery, such as renewables and healthcare.
As can be expected, sectors with the most concerns were those hardest hit by the pandemic, such as those in the aerospace or automotive sectors.
When asked for the reasons for their views, those who felt positive cited reasons like healthy order books and continued demand for their products. For those more concerned about the future, they were still feeling the effects of COVID-19 along with fears about the impact of Brexit.
When respondents were asked to rank key trends in their industry in order of importance over the next year, digitalisation and automation were some of the main areas identified to watch out for. These fields have been observed for their growing priority for a number of years, with the goal to improve the UK's productivity. However, undoubtedly the pandemic has further highlighted the need for these products and technologies to be adopted. In fact, 54% of the survey respondents stated that the pandemic had been a spur for innovation in their organisations.
As the UK reels from a pandemic and a huge change in the form of leaving the EU, investing in the future will be critical. When asked whether respondents would be investing in research and development (R&D) and new product development (NPD) in the next year, the response was mixed.
Just under a third of respondents were expecting to increase or reduce investment. There were significant variations according to the sector, with those with the highest confidence levels anticipating the greatest levels of investment. The biggest decline in investment came from the automotive and aerospace sectors, with 33% of respondents from the automotive sector and 40% of those from aerospace expecting to reduce their R&D over the next year.
The future challenges will require high levels of collaboration between sectors that have previously operated in isolation. This is backed by the survey's respondents, with almost half reporting that they expect to see high levels of collaboration over the next 12 months – only 8% said they didn't anticipate any collaboration at all.
When asked about why collaboration is becoming important, a range of factors were stated including wanting to tap into new skills, the changes in technological landscape and that, at a time of scarce resources and limited budgets, partnering with other organisations could be the way forward. However, some expressed concerns that social distancing regulations made collaboration difficult and suggested the mass adoption of remote conferencing tools.
2021 for European Springs & Pressings
The last 12 months have been a strange and challenging time for many, but here at European Springs & Pressings, we are incredibly proud of all our staff for pulling together and making it work. We have continued to operate throughout the last year, putting stringent hygiene and safety procedures in place to ensure that we could continue to manufacture and supply bespoke pressings safely and in compliance with government guidelines.
We are looking forward to 2021 and can't wait to rise to the challenges of the year ahead, so if you're looking for expert spring manufacturers who can provide you with springs and pressings made to your exact specifications, contact us today.
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Manual Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 500 – Know This Before Buy A Jackery Product
The Jackery Explorer is a versatile portable solar power station that can be used anywhere from a business or home. It is powered by lithium-ion batteries and is compatible with both solar panels or other chargers. This article will guide you through the features and benefits of this device, as well as whether or not it can be a suitable fit to your requirements.A lithium-ion battery powers the device.
Jackery Explorer 1000 Portable power station is a compact and portable power source for your home. It features an integrated battery management system which can be charged by solar panels or DC chargers for cars. The battery can power many household appliances, including phones, laptops and TVs.
Jackery Power Outdoors, which is behind the product claims it was the first company to develop a portable lithium-ion power station. Their product is slightly more expensive than other models. It offers excellent customer support and a guarantee.
In comparison to other models, Jackery Explorer 1000 has a bigger battery. This means it can surge to 2000 watts of power. This makes it a great choice for powering appliances. And with a 500 cycle life expectancy, it'll have plenty of juice to last an extended period of time.
This model is also light enough to be used for everyday use even with children. It comes with an AC outlet and USB Type A port. The unit also includes an emergency flashlight, a carry handle, and a USB Type-A port.
This power station uses an lithium-ion battery. The batteries are free from lead, zinc, and other heavy metals. They are also known for their high energy density. You can also add additional Jackery Solar Panels to increase the power of your system.
Another benefit of the power station is that it is simple to use. The LED display shows how much wattage has been used and how much has been stored in the battery. It also includes an over-voltage protection function that prevents damage caused by charging too much.
When it comes to power stations, the majority of people buy the smaller model. You can upgrade the battery to increase the power and make it more powerful. It is crucial to do your research to locate an efficient power source.
The EcoFlow Delta Pro is one of the more expensive options. The EcoFlow Delta Pro is durable despite its price. It features a high-tech LiFePO4 lithium battery that is more efficient for longer durations of.
The Jackery Explorer is a portable power source that allows users to charge many types of equipment. Despite its small size, it can provide enough power to charge a laptop, iPhone, or refrigerator. It is also easy to transport, making it ideal for day trips and long journeys.
You can charge it with solar panels or a regular household outlet. If you choose the latter option, it will take about eight hours for the Jackery Explorer to be fully charged. You can also use a cigarette lighter in your car lighter to charge it.
Another method of charging is by using the Explorer's built-in MPPT charge controller. This will allow the device charge at a faster rate than traditional solar panels. The battery will last longer because of this.
However, you can't count on the power source to keep your house warm. While you can power your refrigerator for a short time, it won't run long. This is because appliances draw more energy when they're powered on.
To get the best out of the Jackery Explorer, you'll need a good solar panel as well as some batteries. They are lithium batteries. You'll need to invest some money in specialized equipment because lithium batteries don't like being discharged at a lower rate than zero percent.
Although the Jackery Explorer isn't cheap, it can be well worth the cost. It's not just used to power devices, but it can also serve as a backup power source. Additionally, it comes with a sleek and professional design. A flashlight is also included and could prove beneficial to certain.
The system cannot be upgraded by adding more batteries. This is a major problem. The Jackery is only able to handle 163W of solar power this isn't the typical case for solar panels.
The Jackery Explorer 1000 is a excellent option for anyone who wants to add power to their camper or RV. The battery is designed to last for 500 cycles, which means that it is expected to last at least a couple years. While solar panels are a great method of charging the battery, it can take some time to recharge.
Jackery Explorer is the perfect portable power source for you if you are looking for a reliable, small, and portable power source that will allow you to enjoy the great outdoors. The company has been designing and manufacturing high quality, durable power stations for years , and they're committed to providing green energy solutions.
The Jackery Explorer offers many features. It's constructed of lithium-ion batteries, which means that it will keep the majority of its capacity, even after 500 charging cycles. The LED light on the device also serves as emergency lighting. It also has several USB ports that can be used to charge smartphones and tablets.
The Explorer's cooling fans keep things cool, in addition to its power. These are quiet and won't be a nuisance while you're enjoying your outdoor activities. They can also charge solar panels, making outdoor activities even more enjoyable.
Unlike most portable power stations like the Explorer has a fully regulated 12V output. This makes it safe for electronics and appliances that are sensitive. In addition, the three AC outlets are pure sine wave.
Other features include the car cigarette lighter charging port, a two-port USB Type-A charger, and the quick charge 3.0 port. The two-port USB Type-A charger comes with a maximum charge capacity of 200 watts, which is more than enough to fully charge the average cell phone.
The real draw of the Explorer is the SolarSaga 60W solar panel which can recharge the unit directly from the sun. The solar panel is able to allow you to recharge your Explorer in just 5.5 hours. Alternately, you can utilize an AC outlet or wall outlet to charge the Explorer.
Overall overall, the Jackery Explorer should be a solid, well-designed product. It's perfect for those seeking a solution to a home DIY project or those who are camping. During Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Jackery has several markdowns on the product. They also stand behind their product with a two-year guarantee. So what are you waiting for?
Jackery Explorer is a battery power station that comes with solar charge controllers and an Anderson Power Pole input. It also has convenient USB ports. In addition, the power station comes with a car charger.
There are two versions of the Explorer: the Explorer 1000 or the Explorer 2000. Each model comes with its own specifications. They differ in the amount of power they provide, as well as the number of panels they can hold.
The Explorer 2000 is a larger device that can be used as a home backup or camping. It also has two 8mm inputs. However, it's not intended for overlanding or job sites. It is intended for those who require a reliable off grid power source in emergencies.
Another characteristic of the Explorer is the capability to charge up six smart devices simultaneously. It can supply 293Wh of power. You can use it to charge your phone, laptop and other electronics.
With two USB-A ports, the Explorer 240 can also be utilized as a portable car charger. The Explorer 240 is able to be charged in just 3.5 hours by plugging into a wall outlet.
A solar panel that has MC4 connectors can be used with the Explorer. It is not recommended to use a panel with a VOC that is higher than 30V. You will require an additional adapter in case the VOC rating is greater than 30V.
The SolarSaga 100W panel is an excellent option. It's not fragile or flexible, which means you can take it with you wherever you go. And it's backed by excellent customer service.
With just one panel, the Jackery Explorer 1000 can be fully charged in just 17 hours. This is an excellent price and the battery will last for a total of 1000 cycles. Compared to other Jackery power stations that are available, the Explorer 1000 offers a lot.
The Explorer 300 may be a better option if you're looking for a smaller power source. It weighs under seven pounds and can charge up to six smart devices at once. It's perfect for camping trips. It's not recommended for long-term use since the battery's capacity diminishes after around 1,000 charges.
If you are seeking a powerful portable power station, the Jackery Explorer 1000 may be for you. This model offers a lot of power at a very low cost.
The battery pack is huge and has a capacity of over 1000 Watt-hours. This allows you to charge small appliances as well as your home without worrying about running out of energy. In addition the battery pack comes with two USB type-C ports, which makes it simple to charge your electronic devices even if you're away from an AC power source.
The Jackery's inverter is another fantastic feature. This allows the power station's solar power to be recharged. Unlike gasoline generators, the Solar Generator 1000 doesn't produce toxic fumes. It is also quiet in operation.
Some of the other features of the Jackery Explorer 1000 include a charging indicator with LED backlit display and short circuit and over voltage protection. Additionally, there is a convenient carrying handle. However the power station is large and not foldable.
The Jackery Explorer 1000 is a great power source for RVs and camping and for those who spend their working holidays at the lake. It can be used to power your cell phone or laptop, or any other electronic device.
Jackery Explorer 1500 Portable power station is one of most powerful and versatile portable power stations that are available. It comes with a massive 1488Wh battery and three AC outlets. The three 110V AC outputs can provide up to 1800W of continuous power.
The power station is able to charge up seven devices at a time. It has two USB A ports and one high-output USB C port. It can charge your computer or other USB-powered devices. It also comes with a 12V DC connection to your car.
The Jackery Explorer 1500 is more environmentally friendly than gas generators. It does not use gas and does NOT produce carbon monoxide which can be harmful to the environment.
The battery's lithium-ion inside is capable of sustaining 800 cycles. The power station can also be charged via AC power solar panels, or a 12-volt car charger.
The battery management system that is built into the device helps to stop overcharging. The display has icons that indicate what's happening with your battery.
The Explorer 1500 to run a 55-inch 4K television for up to 10 hours. It can also run a microwave for up to 68 minutes.
Jackery's portable powerstation, Explorer 300, ranks among the top small portable power stations available. It is a light weight, easy to carry and has multiple charging options.
The slick design and rugged exterior makes it perfect for use in any environment. It can be used indoors or on the road. It can charge up to six devices once fully charged.
Jackery's Explorer 300 compact power station is a great choice if you're seeking something light and portable that will last for several months. This model is designed to ensure that your electronics run smoothly, even in power outages. It can also recharge from 0-80% in just two hours.
The Jackery Explorer 300 also offers the option of solar power, which allows you to charge the battery with solar panels. If it's sunny the SolorSaga 100 solar panel can charge your device in around five hours. You can also charge your Jackery Power Station using an AC wall outlet charger or a car charger.
Jackery has been creating portable power stations for a long time. You can order their products directly on their website. They have batteries management systems to stop overcharging.
The Explorer 500 also includes three standard USB ports, as well as two DC ports. It also features a backlit LCD screen. The power station also includes an electric wall charger.
However, the Jackery doesn't have any USB-C power outlets. Similarly, it doesn't have any warnings that sound when the battery is low. Also the Jackery has a lot of contradictory information regarding its intended usage.
Although the Explorer has a variety of ports, it doesn't have the most spectacular. It does have some cool features however. For instance, it has an MPPT charge controller built-in. This feature is cleverly designed to increase the battery's voltage which in turn increases the energy conversion by using an inverter.
The Jackery Explorer is a great device that can keep you going, despite its imperfections. If you only charge it with 20 watts, it will last for up to 25 hrs. You can also charge it with your car's cigarette lighter if you don't feel like purchasing a power adapter.
The Jackery Explorer 240 portable charger is a great way to charge your devices on the move. This mid-priced model is easy to use and comes with a variety of safety features. It can charge many devices and provides hours of reliable power.
Jackery's battery management system safeguards you from overcharging, voltage overflow and temperature. The LCD display displays the remaining battery's lifespan and maximum power input.
Jackery's Portable Power Station Explorer 240 has an inverter made of pure sine wave to provide clean, efficient power. This ensures safety for your electronics that are delicate.
The unit includes the Pure Sine Wave AC outlet and a 12V DC output. There are also two USB Type A ports for quicker charging. Both of these outlets can be turned off to help conserve battery life.
The Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240 has a battery life of around 240 Watts. This allows it to charge a range of small devices. Even though the maximum power draw is only for an indefinite period however, it can supply mini-fridges with power and heating devices for a short time.
A portable power source is an ideal for camping, tailgating, or travel adventures. It will provide steady power for multiple types of equipment and can also be used to charge laptops and mobile phones. Portable power stations also offer an environmentally friendly and efficient way to recharge from the sun or your vehicle's 12V outlet.
The Jackery Explorer 290 power station is lightweight and compact. It provides steady power for many devices. This unit can power most personal electronic devices. It comes with a full AC output and two USB outputs that run at 2.4A and a 12V car plug. It is powered by the lithium NMC battery and can be charged using an appropriate solar panel.
Portable power stations are perfect for camping , tailgating and music festivals. They can also be used as an efficient backup power source for your home. Their small size and robust construction permit them to be carried around.
When it comes to portable power stations The Explorer 290 is one of the top on the market. It is quiet and environmentally friendly. The device comes with an MPPT controller, which increases the efficiency of charging up to 23%.
Portable power station 160 by Jackery
A Portable Power Station is a battery pack that is used to charge a range of devices while traveling. They can also be used as backup power sources at home. They are typically powered by solar.
Jackery is the most portable power station available on the market. Their models are designed to be lightweight and portable, making them easy to carry around. In contrast to other brands, they use lithium-ion batteries that deliver pure, safe power. They also have a low emissions factor and are therefore eco-friendly.
Jackery has a number of sizes to choose from, so there is a model to fit your requirements. The Explorer 160 is a great choice for those looking for a power pack that is lightweight and a good value. It comes with everything you need to start your journey.
With a 167 watt-hour battery pack and a regulated 12V output The Explorer 160 offers more than enough power to handle most outdoor activities. This is perfect for camping, mountaineering, and other off-grid adventures.
Jackery's Explorer series of portable power stations is featured in Forbes, Digital Trends, and Tom's Guide. You can run most of your outdoor appliances on it, including pellet smokers, projectors radio, blender, and projector.
The Jackery Explorer 880 is a excellent choice for anyone who wants to power their electronics in a sustainable manner. This portable generator is perfect for the average family or for RV camping. It is robustly constructed and delivers power that is lightweight, quiet, and powerful.
This device has an inverter that is pure sinewave. This means it's safe for use on devices with sensitive sensors. It also has an easy to navigate interface. The battery also features quick charge 3.0.
The digital display displays the effects of power input. It also indicates how long the battery will last. A padded carrying case is available for the battery.
This device can be charged using AC power solar, solar, or a 12V car socket. The charging time will vary according to the model. It takes around 17.5 hours to fully charge a 100-watt panel. The time to recharge for larger batteries is slightly shorter.
In addition to the battery, this model also has an MPPT controller. These can improve the efficiency of charging by as much as 23%.
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Do you think that Imperial should bring back Iron Golems to Skyblock for in-game purchasing?
Poll closed Sep 17, 2018 .
I just believe that IG's should be brought back to the Skyblock community. I think it would make the server more entertaining because there will be more competition in regards to the baltop. People will be able to have bragging rights, which will make the experience fun for all.
Absolutely not. Iron Golem spawners are EXTREMELY overpowered, and considering the current baltop selling Iron Golems spawners for 100k is absolutely not a good idea. These players could easily buy 10 IGs and once you have IGs, you have the snowball effect. Along with this each Iron Ingot sells for 7.5 and a typical iron golem drops 3-5 ingots per death and a spawner can spawn up to 4 mobs at a time.
We experienced Iron Golem spawners in full force in skyblock 6.0 and boy were they strong as ever! Personally I was on the top island and we had over 100 IGs at the end of the map and we were having trouble selling the iron and even containing it, heck we started not even selling it and just making a giant wall around the island with the iron. In addition we have added selling minions which will make it so much easier to sell the iron(I know they need food, but still it makes it easier), and as Tobo has mentioned it will make Skyblock even more of an AFK server than it already it.
Thank you for the idea, but we will not be adding IGs to the shop.