🇫🇷 Groover met en contact les artistes qui veulent promouvoir leur musique et les meilleurs médias, radios et labels en quête de talents émergents. Une plateforme innovante qui garantit surtout aux musiciens d’être écoutés, d’obtenir enfin des retours et de gagner en visibilité. Depuis le lancement de la plateforme, déjà plus de 4 millions de retours réalisés par les plus de 3000 médias, labels & radios actifs, 800.000 partages obtenus et plus de 1.000 signatures en label facilitées. ________ 🇬🇧 Groover helps artists get their music heard. Through an innovative web platform, Groover connects artists who want to promote their music with the best curators, radios and labels seeking emerging talents. On groover.co, artists can send their music directly to a selection of blogs, radios, playlist curators, record labels and pros of their choice, get feedback guaranteed, and coverage! More than 4 million pieces of feedback have been given by more than 3,000 active music curators and pros, 800k+ shares (reviews, playlist adds etc.) and 1,000+ signatures on record labels happened thanks to Groover.

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The wait is over! - it’s time to celebrate the champion startups of the world. Shout out to all of the participants in our ! You did a wonderful job showcasing your incredible startups and powering through another year. 2023 Startups of the Year is a community-driven voting platform brought to you by HackerNoon that recognizes and celebrates tech startups changing technology and the world for the better. The award started on May 8th, 2023, where the internet nominated and voted for 30k startups around the world. The voting period remained open until December 31, 2023, and now we are here with the winner announcement after a comprehensive evaluation by the HackerNoon team. Startups of the Year 2023 To see the top 3 startups in each respective city, visit and pick a city. hackernoon.com/startups You’ll get a little surprise 😉 Here are the Startups of the Year Regional Announcements: North America Europe Asia Africa South America Oceania Misc/Remote From all of us at HackerNoon, thank YOU for your excellent campaign perseverance 🥺 This year has been awesome! Startups of the Year 2023 is concluded with 623k+ total votes, up from 215k+ votes in the inaugural startup competition. We look forward to seeing you again in the next campaign (stay tuned 😉)! Without further ado, let us kick off the announcement by celebrating the cities with top votes per region for 2023 🎉 North America (11,697 votes): Winner: Bloomfilter Cleveland, Ohio (8,835 votes) - Winner: SerpApi Austin, Texas , California (5,564 votes) - Winner: Finch San Francisco (4,258 votes) - Winner: RELAYTO SoMa, California - (3339 votes) Winner: Windscribe Toronto, Canada, North America (3304 votes) - Winner: Vouched Seattle (2716 votes) - Winner: Seccuri Palo Alto, CA, North America (2671 votes) - Winner: Salsa Valley Miami, FL, North America (2,613 votes) - Winner: Majhi Group Manhattan, New York (2423 votes) - Winner: Flieber, Inc. New York City, NY, North America See the complete announcement for the . Startups of the Year, North America, here Europe (45,612 votes) - Winner: Algomo London, UK (2,344votes) - Winner: Data Lake Warsaw, Poland (1,955 votes) - Winner: Hoken Tech Bari, Italy (1716 votes) - Winner: Not8 Amsterdam, Netherlands (1657 votes) - Winner: KYVE Frankfurt Am Main, Germany (1566 votes) - Winner: BazaIT Kyiv, Ukraine (1496 votes) - Winner:  Unity Network Tallinn, Estonia (1,478 votes) - Winner: Volcaino Ghent, Belgium (1,288 votes) - Winner: Owl Me Dublin, Ireland (1198 votes) - Winner: Groover Paris, France See the complete announcement for the . Startups of the Year, Europe, here Oceania (3,350 votes) - Winner: Sharepass Melbourne (2,107 votes) - Winner: The Catfisher Project Perth, Australia (220 votes) - Winner: Gemini AI Solutions Auckland, New Zealand, Oceania (213 votes) - Winner: Nexustorage Wellington, New Zealand, Oceania (138 votes) - Winner: Coviu Sydney (124 votes) - Winner: Bopple Brisbane, Australia, Oceania (124 votes) - Winner: Regional CFO New South Wales, Australia, Oceania (106 votes) - Winner: Edit on the Spot Gold Coast, Australia, Oceania (93 votes) - Winner: Knowledge Satnav Canbera, Australia, Oceania , Australia, Oceania (48 votes) - Winner: Peptalk360 North Melbourne, Melbourne See the complete announcement for the . Startups of the Year, Oceania, here Asia (16,345 votes) - Winner: Serenity Shield Singapore (13,588 votes) - Winners: QUIXY Telangana, India (10,168 votes) - Winner: HealthySure Mumbai, India (3,865 votes) - Winner: InterviewBuddy Visakhapatnam, India (3,733 votes) - Winner: Omniflo Bengaluru, India (4589 votes) - Winner: MeNow Tel Aviv (3877 votes) - Winner: ForestVPN Dubai (2478 votes) - Winner: TechGraph Powai, Mumbai, India (1004 votes) - Winner: Reelo Ahmedabad, GJ, India (875 votes) - Winner: Debt Hunter Hong Kong, China See the complete announcement for the . Startups of the Year, Asia, here Africa (8,179 votes) - Winner: GO PLATFORM Algiers, Algeria (767 votes) - Winner: Tudu Accra, Ghana (415 votes) - Winner: Treford Lagos, Nigeria (265 votes) - Winner: Phalconwise Ogbomosho, Nigeria (157 votes) - Winner: AbuErdan Cairo (151 votes) - Winner: Eazipay Lekki (144 votes) - Winner: KaziConnect Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (101 votes) - Winner: faceATT Gauteng, South Africa (79 votes) - Winner: Dimagi Cape Town (71 votes) - Winner: Sabi Addis Ababa See the complete announcement for the . Startups of the Year, Africa, here South America (376 votes ) - Winner: UpGirl Santiago, Chile (217 votes) - Winner: Klever Sao Paulo, Brazil (191 votes) - Winner: Tributo Simple Buenos Aires, Argentina (127 votes) - Winner: Light-it Montevideo, Uruguay (87 votes) -Winner: Thousand Antioquia, Colombia (108 votes) - Winner: GetLavado Lima (101 votes) - Winner: Cogniflow Medellin (73 votes) - Winner: TPAGA Bogota (73 votes) - Winner: Reliv Quito (47 votes) - WInner: Quantex Cordoba See the complete announcement for the . Startups of the Year, South America, here Misc/Remote: Featured Startups (1500 votes) - Winner: CIC Chain Remote, Earth (1193 votes) - Winner: Reship Colony US Misc (146 Votes) - Winner: Partful UK, Misc (116 votes) - Winner: GoMining British Virgin Islands Misc (283 Votes) - Winner: tomorrowSpace Germany Misc (225 votes) - Winner: Dtravel Cayman Islands See the complete announcement for Misc/Remote startups . here Once again, HUGE CONGRATULATIONS and BIG PROPS to all of the top Startups of each region this year! The whole team at HackerNoon would like to thank you for your perseverance in the campaign, and we look forward to seeing you in the next campaign. About HackerNoon’s Startups Of The Year Startups of The Year is HackerNoon’s Flagship community-driven event celebrating startups that survived and thrived in 2023. 30,000 startups across 4200+ cities and six continents participated this year to be crowned the best startup in their city. Visit our page to learn more. 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Stand Up for the Champion Startups of the Year! 

বছরের চ্যাম্পিয়ন স্টার্টআপের জন্য দাঁড়ান!

Setzen Sie sich für die Champion-Startups des Jahres ein!

¡Defiende a las startups campeonas del año!

Défendez les startups championnes de l’année !

वर्ष के चैंपियन स्टार्टअप के लिए खड़े रहें!

今年のチャンピオンスタートアップのために立ち上がろう!

올해의 챔피언 스타트업을 위해 일어서세요!

Defenda as startups campeãs do ano!

Встаньте на защиту стартапов-чемпионов года!

Yılın Şampiyon Startup'ları için Ayağa Kalkın!

Hãy ủng hộ các công ty khởi nghiệp vô địch của năm!

为年度冠军初创企业挺身而出！

The following is adapted from Speed of Advance. There are a lot of people in your organization, at every of your organization, who possess the intelligence to come up with innovative solutions and improvements. Many times, the best problem solvers in an organization never get a chance to contribute their creativity, so a lot of potential goes undiscovered or underutilized. level What does that mean? I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: people are your greatest resource…and if you’re not tapping into all of your resources, you’re probably missing out. This is more important than ever because the Fourth Industrial Revolution—the age of cloud computing and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)—can’t be implemented top-down like most IT projects; it requires innovation at every level. For that reason, I strongly recommend that you get everyone involved. When every member of your team contributes to problem solving, it’s not just a lean way to operate; it also means you are using all of your resources at every level. Give everyone the opportunity to share ideas and possible solutions, even if it’s not their specific area of responsibility, and you might be surprised at the creative ideas they come up with. Problem Solving at Every Level In the Navy, no matter who you were, you could write and submit recommendations for improvements, and the Navy would consider your suggestion. If they liked your idea and decided to include it, a message was sent out identifying the contributor and thanking them for their input. Just this simple act of recognition was powerful and inspired people to share their feedback. If the recommendation wound up being a large-scale change, a change that impacted the whole Navy, the sailor who suggested it would get recognized in an even bigger way, such as receiving a “sailor of the year/quarter” award. I know of one sailor who made a beneficial suggestion about the way they rebuilt weapons. He not only received recognition for it, but the Navy also paid him a bonus of thousands of dollars because he’d saved them quite a bit of money. This kind of response incentivized people at every level to think creatively about problem solving because they were empowered to contribute and acknowledged for their ideas. Every sailor’s opinion mattered, so everyone had the freedom to come up with a great idea. When you create inclusion across all levels of your organization, when every single person is encouraged to offer feedback, ideas, and solutions, you get much better outcomes. It creates a culture of innovation, where processes are constantly being made better, cheaper, and safer because everyone is engaged in offering ideas for improvement. Creating a Culture of Ideas When I moved to Caterpillar, I was committed to creating a culture of ideas, because I saw how effective it was in the Navy. At Caterpillar, we created boards in each value stream area of our production system that contained small cards called T-cards. If anyone had an idea for an improvement to people, quality, velocity or cost, they could write their idea on a T-card and submit it. Leadership would take those ideas into consideration, and if an idea was accepted, they would ask for help figuring out how to implement it. Every quarter, we gave recognition and awards to the individuals who’d made original suggestions to the ones who figured out how to implement them. and These weren’t simply certificates or a handshake. We gave actual monetary awards, and at the end of the year, we offered an annual award of $10,000 to $15,000 for the best idea. The winners received their trophy and cash prize at a public ceremony, so the whole company recognized their contribution. The enthusiasm spread like wildfire, creating a culture where everybody was constantly trying to come up with creative solutions. Sometimes, if we had a particular issue that needed to be addressed, we would put the word out and offer a reward, so people at every level of the organization could begin thinking about it. We could have paid a lot of money to outside experts to come in and solve our problems, but we chose to incentivize our own people instead. It was far more affordable, benefited our own team members and created a more innovative culture. A Win-Win for the Company and the Team Fostering innovation at every level made sense in the Navy because the people trained to use the equipment were more likely to have useful and practical insights than the leader, who was mostly coordinating people and resources. Even low-level sailors wielded enough power to potentially change entire systems, depending on the quality of their ideas. At Caterpillar, taking this same approach led to solutions for countless quality defects and maintenance issues from people on the shop floor—the people who were closest to the problems and understood what was going on up close. Plus, we found that people were far more likely to embrace a change when they knew the idea came from someone working on the shop floor instead of a leader or an outside expert. In fact, it worked so much better this way that whenever I needed to make a change in the shop, I would always begin by asking people for their input on the issue. “How could we improve this process? How could we make it flow better? How could we make it safer?” Most of the time, the best solutions came from workers who knew our processes from real on-the-job experience. We would then ask them for help implementing their solutions. They felt empowered to contribute, they felt ownership of their solutions, and they were rewarded with a real cash bonus for their participation. It was a win-win for the company and the team. Avoid the Iceberg of Ignorance The “iceberg of ignorance” explains why it’s so important to involve everyone, not just leadership, in innovating solutions. This concept says that frontline workers are aware of 100 percent of the problems faced by an organization, supervisors are only aware of about 74 percent, middle managers about 9 percent, and senior executives only 4 percent. Whether or not those numbers are accurate, the concept is definitely true. Frontline workers see and experience a lot more about what’s really going on, so they often have better ideas about how to improve things. Workers on the shop floor understand the reality of the people, processes, and technology, so they’re poised to provide the most effective solutions. Empower them to do so. Make it worth their time, and everyone in the organization will benefit. As I saw in the Navy and at Caterpillar, you will thrive if you create a culture where everyone’s ideas are worthy of consideration. It costs a lot less to solve problems this way, and you get better solutions that people are more willing to adopt going forward. For more advice on how to foster innovation at every level of your organization, you can find Speed of Advance on Amazon. Marty Groover is a partner in the Industry 4.0 practice of C5MI, a firm that optimizes operational execution through the creation of live supply chains. Marty leads functional and technical teams to solve manufacturing challenges by merging people, process, and technology. With more than two decades as a surface warfare officer in the U.S. Navy, Marty is a recognized thought leader in the SAP partner base and is known for his extensive insight in production planning, lean manufacturing, and ERP systems.

Creativity and Problem Solving is Required at Every Level

Music is a universal language that brings joy and rhythm to our lives. With the rise of digital music in the form of MP3 files, managing and organizing our music libraries can become overwhelming. But fear not, fellow music enthusiasts! MP3 tagging is here to save the day and bring order to the chaos. In this article, we'll dive into the world of MP3 tagging, uncover its importance, explore common , learn how to tag MP3 files manually or with automated tools, discover the benefits of proper MP3 tagging, troubleshoot tagging issues, and wrap it up with some fun FAQs to keep you grooving. Let's get tagging! MP3 tags What is MP3 Tagging? MP3 tagging is the superpower that allows you to add metadata or information to your files. Think of it like dressing up your tracks with tags that contain details such as song titles, artist names, album names, genres, track numbers, and even album covers. These tags are stored within the MP3 file itself and can be read by music players or media management software to display valuable information about the music track. It's like giving your music files a makeover and making them shine! MP3 music Importance of MP3 Tagging Tagging your MP3 files may seem like a small task, but it carries significant importance for music lovers and collectors alike. Properly tagged MP3 files offer several benefits, including: With accurate and consistent MP3 tags, you can quickly search, sort, and filter your music collection based on criteria such as artist name, album name, or genre. No more endless scrolling or searching for that one song buried deep in your library! Efficient Music Library Management: MP3 tags provide valuable information about the song, album, and artist, which is displayed by music players. You can easily identify and select the right track, and even view album covers or lyrics, enhancing your overall listening experience. Enhanced Music Listening Experience: MP3 tags help you maintain consistency in the naming conventions of your music files. No more misspelled or inconsistent song titles, artist names, or album names. It's like having your own music catalog with uniform and organized information. Standardized Naming Conventions: Common MP3 Tags MP3 tags can vary depending on the music player or software used, but here are some common tags you'll come across: Title: The name of the song Artist: The name of the artist or band Album: The name of the album Genre: The genre of the music Year: The year of release Track Number: The track number of the song in the album Album Cover: The album artwork or cover image Lyrics: The lyrics of the song Composer: The name of the composer Comments: Additional comments or notes about the song How to Tag MP3 Files Now that we understand the importance of MP3 tagging, let's explore how to files effectively. There are two main methods: manual tagging and automated tools. tag MP3 Manual Tagging Methods Manual tagging involves editing MP3 tags one by one using a music player or media management software. Here's how you can manually tag your MP3 files: Open your preferred music player or media management software. Locate the MP3 file you want to tag and select it. Right-click on the file and choose the "Properties" or "Get Info" option. In the properties window, go to the "Details" or In the properties window, go to the "Details" or "Info" tab. You'll see fields for different MP3 tags such as Title, Artist, Album, etc. Fill in the relevant information for each tag field based on the details of the MP3 file. Click on the "OK" or "Apply" button to save the changes. Automated Tagging Tools If you have a large music library or prefer a more automated approach, you can use MP3 tagging software or online tools. These tools can automatically scan and tag MP3 files based on their audio fingerprints or online databases. Here are some popular automated tagging tools: : This free and open-source software is known for its accurate audio fingerprinting and vast music database that helps in tagging MP3 files automatically. MusicBrainz Picard Mp3tag: This popular software allows you to edit and batch tag MP3 files using various sources such as online databases, file names, and folder names. TuneUp: This commercial software offers an easy-to-use interface and uses acoustic fingerprinting to automatically tag MP3 files. Benefits of Proper MP3 Tagging Properly tagged MP3 files can revolutionize your music library management and listening experience. Here are some benefits of investing time and effort into proper MP3 tagging: Easy Music Organization: With accurate and consistent MP3 tags, you can easily search, sort, and filter your music collection based on different criteria, making music organization a breeze. Enhanced Music Playback: Properly tagged MP3 files provide valuable information that is displayed by music players, making it easy to identify and select the right track, view album covers or lyrics, and enhance your overall music playback experience. Uniform Naming Conventions: MP3 tags help you maintain uniform and organized naming conventions for your music files, avoiding misspelled or inconsistent song titles, artist names, or album names. Improved Music Discoverability: Properly tagged MP3 files make it easier to discover new music based on genre, artist, or album, expanding your music horizon and helping you find your favorite tracks more quickly. Troubleshooting MP3 Tagging Issues As with any technology, MP3 tagging may encounter some issues. Here are some common troubleshooting tips for MP3 tagging problems: Different music players or software may use different formats for MP3 tags, leading to inconsistencies. Make sure to use consistent tag formats or use a tagging tool that can automatically standardize your MP3 tags. Inconsistent Tag Formats: Sometimes, online databases or audio fingerprints may not provide accurate information for MP3 tagging. In such cases, manually verify and correct the information to ensure accurate tagging. Missing or Incorrect Information: Some music players or software may not support certain MP3 tags, leading to issues with displaying or accessing the tagged information. Check the compatibility of MP3 tags with your music player or software to avoid such problems. Unsupported Tags: MP3 files may get corrupted, leading to issues with tagging. Make sure to use reliable sources for your MP3 files and consider using file repair tools if you encounter tagging issues with specific files. Corrupted MP3 Files: FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Q: Can I tag MP3 files on my mobile device? A: Yes, there are several mobile apps available that allow you to tag MP3 files on your mobile device, making it convenient for music management on the go. Q: Can I edit MP3 tags after I've already tagged them? A: Yes, you can always edit MP3 tags even after you've already tagged them. Simply locate the MP The lead image for this article was generated by HackerNoon's AI Image Generator via the prompt "music studio".

MP3 Tagging: Unleash the Power of Tagging and Groove to Organized Music Madness

Etiquetado de MP3: Libere el poder del etiquetado y disfrute de la locura musical organizada

Balisage MP3 : Libérez le pouvoir du balisage et du groove dans la folie musicale organisée

एमपी3 टैगिंग: संगठित संगीत पागलपन के लिए टैगिंग और ग्रूव की शक्ति को उजागर करें

MP3 タグ付け: タグ付けとグルーヴの力を解き放ち、組織化された音楽の狂気へ

Marcação de MP3: libere o poder da marcação e divirta-se com a loucura da música organizada

Gắn thẻ MP3: Giải phóng sức mạnh của việc gắn thẻ và theo dõi sự điên rồ của âm nhạc có tổ chức

MP3 标记：释放标记和 Groove 的力量来组织疯狂的音乐

Every hardcore VR user knows there are two important things when it comes to daily VR gaming: comfort, and battery. One accessory that can improve both of those things is a headstrap that houses a built-in mobile battery, or a “battery strap”. Let’s face it, the stock strap that comes with the Quest 3 is a complete joke. It almost offends me that Meta raises their prices every year and continues to find materials from the dollar store to make their stock strap. Thus, users have no option but to buy a new one, and Meta bets on that. That’s why they keep doing it and they make it simple to plug and play new straps into the headset; . When it comes to VR accessories, I’ve reviewed almost every major thing on the market. they’re too cheap and lazy to make a quality one of their own For the past month, I've tested KIWI's latest offering – the Now, if you're anything like me, the thrill of diving into VR worlds comes with the nagging dread of seeing that low battery warning pop up just as you're getting into the groove. Single-Point-Charging (SPC) Battery Head Strap for the Quest 3. Battery straps aim to solve these problems. With a bunch of cheap options on the market, I want to show you want $79.99 can get you in today’s VR landscape. What We’ll Cover: Specs Design Features Cons Final Verdict I’ve not been compensated by Kiwi in anyway to write this review. However, they did send me their item for free to test for this article. Disclaimer: Specs 6400mAh lithium polymer battery Provides extra 2-4 hours of playtime 1.89 pounds 10.04 x 9.45 x 2.76 inches Memory foam cushion Cable-holding attachment This strap was manufactured by KIWI Design, a China-based company that's been carving its path in the VR scene since 2015. The company is a culmination of years of VR innovation, backed by over 100 patents. What stands out is its claim to balance comfort with extended playtime, addressing a fundamental flaw in VR headsets: their notorious front-heaviness. This strap aims to redistribute that weight, making long sessions in virtual worlds less of a strain and more of an immersive joy. Design Now, let’s talk about the design. The first thing you'll notice is the memory foam padding. It's like a gentle hug for your head, soft yet supportive, a far cry from the standard straps that are $10-20 on AliExpress or Wish. The overall aesthetic is sleek and modern, a white and black strap that has a fair amount of polish. But it's not just about looks; the functionality is where this design truly shines. The balance achieved with this strap significantly reduces the front-heavy drag, showing that KIWI has not only listened to user feedback but acted on it in a meaningful way. With a closer look at this strap, you can tell it’s a blend of thoughtful ergonomics and subtle aesthetics. The smooth, matte finish coupled with the sleek, curving lines gives the strap a futuristic vibe without trying to stand out too much. Form Factor The contours appear to follow the natural shape of the head, suggesting that comfort was at the forefront of KIWI's design philosophy. The integration of the battery itself is seamless, maintaining the headset’s clean lines—a stark contrast to the often bulky add-ons that can feel tacked on rather than part of a unified whole. And let's talk about that battery housing for a second. The way it's positioned and padded, it’s going to give you that counterbalance for the front-heavy feel of most VR headsets, which is exactly what you want for those marathon sessions. In my opinion, this isn't just another clunky power bank slapped onto a strap. It's meticulously crafted. It’s easy to buy a velcro band and strap an external battery back to a standard Quest 3 strap. I’ve done that for years. However, with this strap, I no longer felt much need to add more counterweights on my own. I may dabble in that just to see how it feels, but this is honestly enough for me in terms of counterweight. Features Focusing on features, KIWI’s SPC Battery Head Strap ticks a lot of the boxes we need for long VR gaming sessions. With a 6400mAh battery, KIWI fulfills the promise of doubling or even tripling your playtime. Built-in Power: It’s a plug-and-play system that allows simultaneous charging of both the headset and the battery strap with a single cable. This convenience is the kind of detail that shows KIWI isn’t just manufacturing accessories; they’re crafting seamless user experiences. Single-Point Charging: VR gamers know that the full adjustability of the strap isn’t just about tightness —it’s about angle and positioning. The freedom to position the back cushion precisely where it feels best is a huge plus. Whether you like it high up near the crown of your head or low for a traditional feel, this strap adapts to your preference. Ergonomic Design: It’s been designed to snuggle right into the official carrying case, and by extension, most aftermarket cases. KIWI recognizes that VR enthusiasts are on the move, and they’ve made sure your power-packed head strap doesn’t tie you down. Compatibility and Portability: Cons Even the best-designed products have their drawbacks, and the SPC Battery Head Strap is no exception. It's a bummer that the SPC's innovative charging feature is limited to the . If you're not on board with this specific dock, you're out of luck, missing out on one of the strap's key conveniences. I guess it could work with another dock that uses a similar magnetic pin connector, but there’s a very low chance you’ll find a non-KIWI dock that works with this. External Compatibility: KIWI RGB Vertical Charging Stand : Although the counterweight design is a step in the right direction, it could do with a bit more heft for an even better balance. Some users might find themselves needing to add an extra counterweight for optimal comfort during those longer sessions. Weight Distribution While the seamless integration with KIWI's charging stand is a plus, it also means you're buying into a specific ecosystem. If you decide to switch to another brand's accessories or docks in the future, this head strap's unique charging feature becomes redundant. Exclusive Ecosystem: , the sticker shock is real. Sure, we're getting a head strap that doubles as a lifeline for our VR sessions, thanks to the integrated battery pack. And when you consider that this strap itself becomes literally half of the headset, the price tag starts to seem more reasonable. However, it’s not just VR. If you want to buy a new PS5 controller, the price is around that $80 mark, so this is standard for the gaming industry. Pricing: At $79.99 I always think VR accessories are too damn expensive. It's perfect for those willing to invest in their , but for budget-conscious gamers, it might be a stretch too far, which is likely why Meta has become criminally cheap with their stock headstraps - they know it costs a lot to make a quality one. But let's not sugarcoat it—if your wallet's feeling light, or you're trying to keep your VR spending in check, this head strap is a luxury rather than a necessity. VR experience Despite these points, it's important to consider them in the context of your specific VR setup and how you use it. These cons may not be dealbreakers for everyone, and for those who are fully invested in the KIWI ecosystem, the advantages might far outweigh the limitations. Final Verdict: 8.5/10 Taking all of this into account, the SPC Battery Head Strap from KIWI is a strong contender in the Quest 3 headstraps market. It's thoughtfully designed with user comfort and convenience in mind, backed by a powerful battery to keep you immersed for hours. The single-point charging capability and the ergonomic design make it stand out from the crowd. . It makes the entire setup more cohesive and user-friendly, turning what could be a tangled mess of cables and charging times into a streamlined process. If you're already using or planning to get the KIWI RGB Vertical Charging Stand, this head strap is practically a must-have Overall, for those committed to the KIWI ecosystem, the SPC Battery Head Strap is a wise investment that enhances your VR experience significantly. It offers a comfortable, long-lasting, and hassle-free solution to one of VR gaming's most persistent issues — battery life. My recommendation? If you're looking for a top-tier VR head strap and you're cool with the KIWI universe, go for it. It's an 8.5/10 from me, earning its place as a staple in my daily VR sessions on the Quest 3.

This Quest 3 Battery Strap by Kiwi Design Embarrasses Meta’s Stock Strap

কিউই ডিজাইনের এই কোয়েস্ট 3 ব্যাটারি স্ট্র্যাপটি মেটার স্টক স্ট্র্যাপকে বিব্রত করে

Dieser Quest 3-Batteriegurt von Kiwi Design bringt Metas Schaftgurt in Verlegenheit

Esta correa de batería Quest 3 de Kiwi Design avergüenza a la correa original de Meta

Cette sangle de batterie Quest 3 de Kiwi Design embarrasse la sangle d'origine de Meta

कीवी डिज़ाइन का यह क्वेस्ट 3 बैटरी स्ट्रैप मेटा के स्टॉक स्ट्रैप को शर्मिंदा करता है

Kiwi Design のこの Quest 3 バッテリー ストラップは Meta のストック ストラップを当惑させます

Kiwi Design의 이 Quest 3 배터리 스트랩은 Meta의 스톡 스트랩을 당혹스럽게 합니다.

Esta pulseira de bateria Quest 3 da Kiwi Design embaraça a pulseira de estoque da Meta

Этот ремешок для аккумулятора Quest 3 от Kiwi Design смущает стандартный ремешок Meta

Kiwi Design'ın Bu Quest 3 Pil Kayışı, Meta'nın Stok Kayışını Utandırıyor

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Bitcoin is a fire breathing Dragon, A Quantum Computer, an Ice King. Fire makes the economy go round, and Ice brings on necessary winters that reset the planet for the next crop. The hotter the bitcoin, the more secure The colder the qubit, the more pure Exponentially they run in unique directions. Exponentially they become ever more useful. Humanity is lucky to have Bitcoin and Quantum Technologies. I am lucky that these two are destined for marriage. Converging at the nanoscale to create me, and you, an infinity stone. Circa 2100 Circa 2100 CE, it will be the 22nd century. Nobody knows what will happen then. But I know two things, quantum computational technologies will be more mature, and Bitcoin will also be more mature. They shall no longer be teenagers; they shall be wise sages then. Powerful sages. The maturity will come in many forms. For Bitcoin, a lot more people will be orange-pilled. When the US Dollar Debt balloons to a nice $100 trillion, you can be sure illions of people will be Bitcoiners. B It is incredible. If any country on earth spent , its economy would soon be in hyperinflationary hell, to collapse not even a year later. But if that country is the USA, via the Federal Reserve, it enjoys a wide swimming pool thanks to global reserve currency status. $1 trillion dollars of debt every 100 days But that is not all. The US Dollar also enjoys a ‘ ’ in the form of investments flowing in from outside the USA or its US Dollar.  I mean, most Bitcoiners are Americans, so Bitcoin is keeping the US Dollar afloat! Dollar Milkshake Let that sink in. *** So, circa 2100, the US Dollar still rules the Iron Throne. It keeps growing big and strong from all the milkshakes it enjoys, and then there is the one provided by Artificial Intelligence, feeding on our internet data. At $100 trillion in debt, subways in New York City are now rags, woke-ism is at an all-time high (ATH) and millions of American people choose to “identify” as young, rich, and very beautiful. In Africa, the oil is nearly gone, but the poverty still stinks. The energy transition is still mostly a theoretical idea, alternations between mild heat waves and raging rainstorms visit everyone who lives in the tropics. The Cold War between Russia and the USA, started in 1947, still goes on. Occasionally becoming hot every other while, to the detriment of other people. This is a ystopia. D At least burgers are still cheap (they contain insects now), and many AI data servers have been relocated to the moon to allow human beings some peace and quiet. These servers would be buzzing all over the place like bees (that don’t make honey). Unsurprisingly, Bitcoiners have decided they need another freedom technology on their hands. Bitcoin is being milked by AI, for AI ensures taxes are paid in lossy inflationary dollars. Nobody still thinks the bubble will burst. Maybe the can be kicked as far into the future as our imaginations allow us. can Bitcoiners learn about quantum computing big time. And underground start-ups are started. Quantum Hacking the World’s Problems A Short Story It is Monday 15th March, 2100. Finally, the password-cracking monster is created. Call it QKraken. The scientist responsible for this works for a pretty huge company under the ground, off books, and off signals. Code name - Q After cranking in parallel universes for 8 hours, the QC spits out the key to one of Satoshi's earliest wallet addresses. There they are - 50BTC. 500 million dollars. He almost pees his pants. "Should I call HQ?" HQ is sleeping. Nobody works past midnight or this early on a Monday. It won’t be rewarded (damned ballooning taxes). So, 8 hours of work on Monday, in the 22nd century, is enough work as it is. "Should I freaking spend some??" He tries to think, but it is not happening. SHA256 and RSA are now toast! His team can finally crack open decades of secrets shored up by millions of people, over the course of decades! Jesus. This is nuclear! Q tries to think but it is not happening. Computing game theoretic analyses that would make a supercomputer freeze out, he falls asleep at the computer. And he has this strange dream: It is Judgement Day, like in the Terminator movies. Someone, perhaps the Russians, get tired of the monolithic power wielded by the US Dollar and its huge AI dogs, so one of them presses the button. Or is it the Joker from the Batman movies? The countdown is started, and nobody is around who remembers how to press the kill switch. This is it. This is the Great Filter. Fate is going to reset the clock. Take human civilization back to the Stone Age. The nukes fall fast and in the thousands. Nothing can stop them. In a few minutes, their parabolic trajectories will be through. Then, hell will engulf the earth. They all fall harmlessly to the ground. Like dead weights. Why, what happened? … “Q” He wakes up. A little frightened. “You fell asleep at your desk, are you alright?” “Yes…yes, I’m alright” - wiping slight drool from his mouth. Vivian looks at him with pitiful eyes. Q isn’t sure if he even cracked SHA256. He wants to check again, but he is too tired. Did he stop a nuclear fallout? Did he destroy encryption? He decides to go out and check. Forgetting he could just turn on his phone and check if WhatsApp is no longer encrypted. He gets into the street. It is a usual Monday morning. Nothing unusual. He needs a break. He goes home. There is yet enough time to save the world. Of that, he feels sure. *** Shor-GPT In a good world, people will want Shor-GPT (a spin-off of ChatGPT). For they are accruing massive amounts of files and accounts whose passwords they never remember. *** Being a Bitcoiner who loves quantum computers, is like being a nuclear scientist who loves world peace. At the surface, it is impossible. Then you dig a little deeper and behold, only nuclear power shall cure energy poverty and the cycles of currency inflation rooted in playing the economy like a fiddle (because more useful energy, not more money, creates value in an economy). If anything, we should perfect playing the atom like a fiddle, not fellow humanity. It is kind of the same thing with quantum computers. Yeah yeah, Shor’s algorithm might “one day” hack Bitcoin’s encryption algorithms. Until you realize quantum computers are too at the moment. busy kicking their own butts . Like Spot But given that Shor’s algorithm (with its logarithmic speed) is stronger than noble quantum algorithms like Grover’s search which could be used for Bitcoin mining (using only quadratic speed), then the reality of hacking encryption is something we need to find good and profitable uses for else it will remain simply destructive. The first thing is the need, and the second is the cost. Even today, encryption can be hacked at many levels if you have a need and can provide the cost. Say you lose the password to your laptop, hacking it is a good thing. Say you lose the password to your phone with $50 million worth of BTC; hacking it is a good thing. You don’t care if the process will use a CPU or a QPU or a prayer; you want to open the phone. This is ethical hacking. Like crime, unethical hacking spreads when social structures become oppressive to their citizens. Massive debt burdens - like $100 trillion - are oppressive. So the drug use, the crime, and the unethical hacking will only get worse. Whether it be with classical, quantum, or social hacking technologies. The shabbiness will get worse, and our only hope is to take up laptops and build classical, quantum, social code. If somebody doesn’t want nefarious characters who build selfish quantum hacking tech, then they should not frustrate plus oppress their poor parents while these characters are still children. So flip it on its head, and it is a glorious revolution. Hacking, once again, becomes discovery. It is discovery. We hack away rocks and find gold, oil, and fossilized dinosaur bones. Hacking is breaking new ground. Adult humans become alike little children, breaking open their toys to see what makes them tick. So that they can buidl even better toys. (Aside - This is why I destroyed many of my childhood toy cars). “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven” - Matthew 18:3 (Holy Bible) Heaven, Utopia, awaits us if we change our ways. Awaits us if we acknowledge that ice and fire, Bitcoin and Quantum Computers, are no enemies. They are two great creatures with great use cases. And we need to tame them both. Or they will tame us.

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Welcome to HackerNoon Writing Prompts! See all other stories published using this template . here To start, tell us a little bit about yourself Yo, peeps! A fellow content creator on this side. Gather 'round 'cause I stumbled upon this dope way to whip up AI Reels with avatars, and guess what? It's all free! No cap, just follow these steps, and you'll be able to make awesome reels using AI. Describe the life hack(s) you use on a regular basis First things first, kick those boring narrations to the curb. Head over to Clipchamp – it's free, by the way. Pick an AI voice that vibes with your style – deep, sassy, funny, you name it. Hit that record button, and boom, instant voiceover magic without spending a dime. Step 1: Voiceovers with Clipchamp Now, let's put a face to that killer voice. is the go-to spot, and yep, it's free too. Generate a slick AI avatar that matches your voiceover tone. Imagine having your own hype man, but way cooler. This step is where your personal style starts to shine. Step 2: Avatar with Leonardo.ai Leonardo.ai Time to make that avatar groove! Lalamu Studio is another gem in the free toolkit. It creates a killer lip-sync animation based on your audio. Your avatar's about to dance like it's the main act at a concert – and yes, still free. Step 3: Lip-Sync with Lalamu Studio Blurry mess? No more! Grab Vmake Video Enhancer – there are free trials to test the waters. This tool is your superhero, giving your video that crystal-clear upgrade. It's like your content just got a glow-up, all while staying budget-friendly. Step 4: Video Upscaling with Vmake Video Enhancer Subtitles are the key to global reach. Submagic is your move. It generates subtitles for your video – the free version has a watermark, but a bit of editing magic, and it's gone. Now, your content's ready to conquer the world. Step 5: Cool Subtitles with Submagic Back to Clipchamp for the finishing touches. Throw in some fire music, smooth transitions, and eye-catching text overlays. It's like adding the cherry on top of your content masterpiece. Step 6: Final Touches with Clipchamp There you have it, fam – a tutorial to make AI Reels with avatars for free. I found out about all these awesome tools from just one place. It is a website called . I tried and tested tens of tools present there and found the best results with the tools mentioned above. If you have suggestions for better tools, I would love to know them. Seekme.ai Tell me about them below in the comments. Finally, don't forget to experiment, get creative, and find your unique style. Trust me, this is a game-changer for broke creators like us. Give it a shot, and let the world see your epic content! Which part of life has it/they helped you with? It has helped me speed up my content creation game a lot. Just in doing the research to achieve this, I learned a lot more things that I regularly use now. Where did you first hear about it/them? I didn’t. I had been given the task of making a reel using AI avatars. While looking for it, I went to an AI tools directory, in my case Seekme.ai, and just tried and tested the tools I found there. It was really time-taking, but the final result was great. Attach a photo of the hack if applicable. Who are your favorite motivational speakers, online lecturers, and/or tinkerers? David Goggins. Which podcasts, books, and movies do you like and why? Andrew Huberman - The day I saw his episode on NSDR, I became an instant fan. Since then, I’ve been following his content regularly. Would you like to take a stab at answering some of these questions? The link for the template is , just start writing! Interested in what others had to say in their answers? Click . Interested in reading the content from all of our writing prompts? Click . HERE HERE HERE

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This paper is available on arxiv under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DEED license. Authors: (1) Flor Ortiz, University of Luxembour; (2) Juan A. Vasquez-Peralvo, University of Luxembour; (3) Jorge Querol, University of Luxembour; (4) Eva Lagunas, University of Luxembour; (5) Jorge L. Gonzalez Rios, University of Luxembour; (6) Marcele O. K. Mendonc¸a, University of Luxembour; (7) Luis Garces, University of Luxembour; (8) Victor Monzon Baeza, University of Luxembour; (9) Symeon Chatzinotas, University of Luxembou. Table of Links Abstract & Introduction System Model and Problem Statement Antenna Design and Training Data Generation Supervised Learning for Adaptive Beamforming Numerical Results Conclusions, Acknowledgment, and References III. ANTENNA DESIGN AND TRAINING DATA GENERATION A. Antenna Design For GEO missions, efficient antenna design is crucial due to substantial free space losses and stringent constraints on permissible losses. To address these challenges, we have developed an open-ended waveguide antenna as the unit cell antenna for this scenario, as explained in [8]. This antenna design offers significantly lower losses than alternative solutions like patch antennas or dielectric-based antennas. The antenna consists of three main components: the open-ended waveguide itself, the groove polarizer responsible for circular polarization, and the rectangular-to-circular transition for connecting to the distribution network. Simulation results, confirm that the antenna meets the requirements. It radiates within the required frequency band, emitting Left-Hand Circular Polarized (LHCP) waves with minimal cross-polarization. This is evident from the S11 parameter, below -10 dB, and the axial ratio measuring less than 3 dB within the intended frequency range [8] We consider the coverage area over the Earth’s surface to determine the number of elements required for the array antenna. In the context of Very High Throughput satellite missions, where small areas need to be covered to avoid channel link saturation, we set a minimum beam diameter of 260 km or a coverage area Ac = 53093 km2 when the satellite is at nadir. It’s worth noting that the coverage area can be adjusted based on specific beam requirements We then calculate the 3 dB antenna beamwidth θ−3dB required to illuminate this area. Using geometric relations and the satellite’s location, we estimate θ−3dB, which in this case is found to be 0.41◦ . However, this number of elements is impractical regarding space, cost, and power requirements, as each element requires an RF chain. To address this, subarrays are introduced. The number of subarray elements is determined to avoid grating lobes intersecting the antenna’s Field of View (FoV) over the Earth’s surface resulting in an element spacing of d = 3.5λ0. With this spacing, subarrays of 4×4 elements are employed, resulting in 36×36 RF chains B. Training Data Generation The approach chosen in this study is array thinning, which consists of selectively activating and deactivating elements to form the desired antenna beam, as illustrated in Figure 1. Array thinning allows precise control of the beamwidth, uniform power distribution among the elements in multi-beam scenarios and orientation of the radiation pattern in the desired direction by progressive phase shifting. To create the training data for this antenna array, a Genetic Algorithm (GA) was employed. The goal of the GA was to find the optimal set of active antenna elements while respecting specific constraints, such as beamwidth, SLL and EIRP. The GA optimization process iteratively refines the antenna element configurations, starting from an initial configuration and continuing until convergence or until a predefined maximum iteration limit is reached. It considers several performance parameters simultaneously, such as beamwidth, SLL and EIRP, making it particularly suitable for optimizing complex antenna systems such as the distributed reflector antenna. The resulting training dataset consists of 174,203 samples, each representing different antenna element configurations that meet the defined constraints. This dataset serves as a reference for evaluating antenna performance and training machine learning models in the later sections of this paper. The main purpose of this database is to establish correlations between beamforming array weights and critical system parameters, including beamwidth, SLL, and EIRP. For more detailed information on the generated database, including access to the dataset itself, see [9], where it is openly available.

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