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Urgent Aid Needed After Typhoon Haiyan Devastation

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Typhoon Haiyan

Over the weekend Typhoon Haiyan hit the Philippines leaving a trail of untold destruction. Around 1,700 to 2,500 people are feared to be dead due to the category 5 storm which was the largest ever to make landfall and approximately 600,000 people are now homeless.

The BBC’s George Alagiah just yesterday flew over the region to witness the extent of the damage himself:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7evvZAvjzc

The relief efforts in the Philippines need donations to help with the sick, homeless and clear up efforts, any amount you give no matter how small can make a difference.

Please make all donations via the Philippines Red Cross HERE

 

Nvidia and Advent ‘s Vega Tegra Note 7 is ‘world’s fastest’ 7in tablet

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Nvidia and Advent ‘s Vega Tegra Note 7 is ‘world’s fastest’ 7in tablet (via The Inquirer)

CHIP DESIGNER Nvidia has teamed up with Dixons Retail group’s hardware brand Advent to launch what it claims is “the world’s fastest 7in Android tablet”, the Vega Note 7, which costs £179.99. Powered by the Nvidia Tegra 4 processor, the Advent Vega…

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7 Smartphone Apps That Help Charities Support Orphaned Children

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November is National Adoption Awareness Month; what could you do to help? There are many ways you can support orphanages and other children’s service organizations during this time.

In fact, you can use smartphone applications that are specifically designed to help charities that care for orphaned children. These charities provide shelter, food, clothing, and even medical supplies.

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Monsieur’s Android-Powered Bartender: Get Your Drink On

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Monsieur’s Android-Powered Bartender: Get Your Drink On (via Tom’s Hardware)

Bonjour, Monsieur: The Intelligent Robotic Drink Mixer You’re going to want this. I’m not sure your wallet or your liver will thank you, but if you’re a frequent host, you’re really going to want this. Monsieur is a robotic bartender. It mixes drinks…

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