Beauty, Health and Fitness Editor, Victoria is an Inclusion Rights Advocate for Labfreq and UHD Finance Graduate. Loves mastering make-up techniques, testing new tech gadgets and studying History.
Musical ideas can happen at any time. Rhythms and melodies tend to come at you while your during the most mundane tasks, like mowing the yard or cleaning your space. While memory has stood the test of time as our internal scratchpad, technology has gotten more capable, more compact, more accessible each generation.
Many people don’t know the smartphones and tablets they carry on their person everyday is several times more powerful than the most iconic 4-track recorders, drum machines and groove boxes. When an iPhone or Galaxy device is running GarageBand, Cubasis 3 or , paired with a modest MIDI controller like the ATOM SQ by PreSonus or the Akai MPK Mini – the creative abilities are on par with a recording studio that would have cost tens of thousands 15 years ago.
the Xiaomi 11T, used to create the content for this video and FL Session
To celebrate the times and plethora of tools available for creatives and musicians alike, we’re sharing a hip-hop/trap beat made in Image-Line’s FL Studio Mobile on an Android smartphone, the Xiaomi 11T. Check it out in the video:
Demonstrating the power and potential we all have within our reach at any given time with the capabilities of our smartphones alone, Tre’mendous shares one of his FL Studio Mobile sessions titled “LBFQ Theme” with aspiring creatives and allows us to follow along in the session, remix, or record your own vocals!
Makeup has been around for centuries. To note that as of the mid 2000’s many trends have come and gone from the infamous Instagram brows, to contouring and highlighting, baking, over-lined lip liner or even winged eyeliner to name a few. As recent as this pandemic one particular makeup product has taken the makeup world by storm . Today I will be introducing, Maybelline Fit Me Tinted Moisturizer on whether or not this should be considered a staple in any women or man’s makeup kits. Is this trend a beauty or an absolute bust ? Let’s find out.
Ever since the pandemic has been on the rise while mask have taken over our daily lives. Many women and man find it hard to wear tons of foundation or any makeup to be exact. With that being said tinted moisturizers are the perfect compliment to foundation. The added moisture along with a slight tint of color gives off a natural effortless look. It is also easy to blend using a brush, beauty blender, and yes of course your hands.
For those who want more coverage this tinted moisturizer is buildable without feeling heavy on the face. I also noticed that this pairs well with a translucent power over top for a matte finish. I prefer a more dewy look on days where I want my skin to look plump and hydrated. There are many ways you can wear this product. If you’re more into a natural look just to even out your skin. Or you want a full glammed look for a night out without having to pack on loads of foundation but still want to look good. This tinted moisturizer is the way to go.
Depending on which drugstore you choose to shop at this tinted moisturizer cost only $10.99. Some store even price it at $9.99. Either way it only cost $10 or less to get such a good value for this product. Maybelline also offers it in 14 different shades for all skin tones. Compared to other high end tinted moisturizers this one surely stands it’s match. Not only is it affordable the coverage is better than others.
My verdict is this, I will say that although Maybelline tinted moisturizer is good. I would consider this product to be a beauty. Many can argue that it can be a bust, though that depends on personal opinion when it comes to makeup and how one likes to wear it. To me it’s perfect for my makeup needs. I will be repurchasing this tinted moisturizer for many years to come. I do think it is a staple in anyones makeup kit.
Musical ideas can happen at any time. Rhythms and melodies tend to come at you while your during the most mundane tasks, like mowing the yard or cleaning your space. While memory has stood the test of time as our internal scratchpad, technology has gotten more capable, more compact, more accessible each generation.
Many people don’t know the smartphones and tablets they carry on their person everyday is several times more powerful than the most iconic 4-track recorders, drum machines and groove boxes. When an iPhone or Galaxy device is running GarageBand, Cubasis or FL Studio Mobile, paired with a modest MIDI controller like the ATOM SQ by PreSonus or the Akai MPK Mini – the creative abilities are on par with a recording studio that would have cost tens of thousands 15 years ago.
To celebrate the times and plethora of tools available for creatives and musicians alike, we’re sharing a hip-hop/trap beat made in Steinberg’s Cubasis 3 on an iPhone 13 Pro and opened in the same app on Android to confirm compatibility. Check it out in the video:
Demonstrating the power and potential we all have within our reach at any given time with the capabilities of our smartphones alone, Tre’mendous shares his Cubasis session with aspiring creatives and allows us to follow along in the session, remix, or record your own vocals to one of his beats titled “Out Your Feelings”.
For only $79 Lenovo True Smart Wireless Earbuds are an absolute essential purchase. The earbuds feel great and seem to be better than most other buds on the market. They automatically connect whenever you open the case. These earbuds have multipoint pairing for multiple devices. At this budget friendly price Lenovo offers solid noise cancellation, comfortable ear rest and grip, along with exceptional bass quality. If your budget is limited and you are looking for a good pair of earbuds to purchase. Lenovo’s True Smart Wireless earbuds is the perfect choice.
To truly put the wireless earbuds to the test, I used it for multiple 20-30 minute workout sessions throughout the week. I noticed during my workouts that the earbuds stay in my ears the whole time without falling out compared to other wireless earbuds. Overall, I found the Lenovo Smart Wireless earbuds to be surprisingly comfortable. They included four pairs of silicone tips, and the fitting process was easy.
I got a solid 3 days of usage before the battery ran out. That’s only wearing it for 20-30 minutes at a time. Charging the earbuds is super simple and fast. Once it’s fully charged the earbuds can last you days before having to charge it again. Which is convenient for those who don’t like to charge their devices everyday just to use them. Lenovo’s earbuds are Apple products user friendly. Setup was easy-breezy. Using the same method, switching back and forth between your iPhone and other devices is seamless.
So to answer the question, Yes it’s certainly worth the $79. Compared to other wireless earbuds under the $100 price range. The Lenovo Smart Wireless Earbud delivers a variety of convenient features not found on many other wireless earbuds. These earbuds feature a nice structured ear pieces, easy open and close case, along with it being comfortable to wear for long period of time.
Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet detachable 2-n-1 is the perfect mix of tablet and laptop all in one. The Duet can be used as a stylish sleek tablet or transformed into a portable laptop for on the go. Whether you are a student or a buyer the affordability, functionality and versatility will fascinate all users. Ideally the Chromebook duet is geared toward a person who likes to have options.With it being priced at $249, this device is super affordable that definitely packs a lot of power in such small package.
What is the Build:
The portable 10.1” screen switches from tablet to laptop in seconds with the detachable keyboard. Being that the price starts at $279 it’s ideal for anyone on a budget. Not to mention it’s amazingly fast boot up time requires no need for any other laptop. The Chromebook definitely outranks others by far, its device offers 4gb of RAM along with 64-128gb. I’m able to do a significant amount work and have all my entertainment needs right in the palm of my hands. Having 11-13 hours of battery life gets me through a whole entire 9 to 5 work day without needing to be charged. For such a small device.
How Does it Look?
It features a two color combo of grey and light blue. While the tablet stand itself, consist of material that is a marbled grey color. The screen measures out to be 10.1” according to Lenovo. While watching The Netflix original “Work It” on the screen, I noticed crisp color productions and sharp screen images. Tablet mode offers wonderful entertainment right at your finger tips. Not only does the image have exceptional quality. With the detachable keyboard, the display screen has quite the eye catching display visuals. For such a small device I was not expecting the quality to be on par with other major laptop brands, but I was proven wrong. The Chromebook Duet in my eyes has been one of the best portable devices I’ve ever used. I choose to use it over my laptop any-day.
Is it Affordable?
The best part about it is being priced at just $249, there is no way you could pass up getting this amazing portable Chromebook. As a student that’s on budget I’m able to get all my task done and still enjoy watching the latest movies and TV shows whenever I want all thanks to Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet. It is absolutely worth spending $249 on trust me when I say “don’t hesitate just buy it”. You won’t regret buying it for yourself. Wait till you see how much you’ll love using it, you’ll never want to use a bulky heavy laptop ever again.
Overall, Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet is an exceptional device everyone should invest in getting one, no matter what it is you do. All I need is my headphones and I’ll be good for the whole day using this device. It’s definitely ideal for on the go and small enough to fit easily into backpacks,purses, or just to carry around in the palm of your hands.
In 2017, Apple upgraded their MacBook Air. The 13-inch laptop offers the sleek and beautiful design that is Apple. Apple’s MacBook Air has been around for nearly a decade now, which debuted their first release of MacBook Air back in 2008. Apple’s 2017 version has exceptional functionality with a very slim aluminum build that feels smooth to the touch. It’s definitely worth mentioning that the MacBook Air is known to be “the best lightweight and powerful laptop in the market.” Today we’re going see if indeed the MacBook Air is truly the best.
Display:
Lets begin with the 13.3-inch widescreen display. It also includes LED-backlit glossy display with support for millions of colors. The 1440 x 900 pixel is pretty decent if you like me decide to stream the latest Netflix series or catch up on YouTube with a bigger screen than my personal device. The high quality and vibrant colors were sufficient enough that it allowed me to enjoy using my MacBook much more. However, while working on my laptop throughout the day I did notice that some words and images didn’t appear to be as sharp.
Price:
The MacBook Air price starts at $849-$999. Compared to other Macbook Air’s the 2017 model is the cheapest one. For 8GB of Ram you can buy additional add-ons as desired. Most of the models can be purchased straight from Apple’s Website. Though If you’re one to look around at different pricing a better option is to purchase through third parties to save a little extra money for your pockets.
Design:
Apple’s Macbook Air has become the laptop you will see being used by everyone worldwide. Whether you’re a college student or work in an office the Air has proven to be a fan favorite. Before 2018, Apple never changed the Air simply put that it still looked amazing. Back in 2015 the Macbook Air only featured the color “silver.” Fast forward 2 years later Apple has kept the “silver” color. Although MacBook had decided to keep the iconic aluminum body which dates back to the early 2000-2010 design.
Software/Apps
Apples MacOS BigSur features new and old apps such as iMessage, Notes, FaceTime used for free video calling, and Photo-booth; The new iPad-esque UI re-design brings MacOS in line with the look and feel of Apple’s mobile OS.
Apple includes pre-installed apps like Keynotes, Pages, and Numbers for users that want to stay loyal to Apple. Note that with the new macOS Big Sur also feature widgets displays located at the right hand corner of the screen. On the other hand users are able to download apps of ones liking if Apples apps are not up to satisfaction.
Wrap Up:
Overall the MacBook Air 2017 is a high quality built laptop. Its design is sleek and classic which is a step up from its previous model. Now is it considered to be the “best” the simple answer is no. Apple’s MacBook Air 2017 has a lot to offer for its price range. The system is exceptionally well to use for just about any scenario whether it be for work, school, browsing, even in some cases chatting. For those who prefer MacOS over Windows this is the cheapest model to purchase. Especially with a 10 hour battery life the MacBook Air 2017 even after all these years is still worthy of mentioning and buying. It’s an excellent portable lightweight laptop for anyone that enjoys an easier, more worry-free computer experience.
The Chromebook Duet is a 2-in-1 laptop/tablet hybrid by Lenovo that many people have been clamoring to the local Best Buy and seeking its availability on Amazon to purchase recently. With it’s included detachable keyboard, protective back cover and quality build for a reasonable asking price (starting at $279/64GB) – I begin to understand why, as my curiosity in the Duet as a tablet grew. Now that I have had the device for a few days, these are my impressions.
The Chromebook Duet has a 10.1 inch FHD IPS touchscreen with 400 nits of brightness, and USI pen compatibility. It packs an 7000 mAh battery that offers up to 10 hours of battery life, has 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage. The two-tone Ice Blue + Iron Grey design is made of aluminum alloy, and I must say – I like the look and feel of the Ice Blue and how it offsets the ‘serious’ metallic Grey.
In-Depth Review : In Progress
This is my first time interacting with Google’s operating system – ChromeOS, which powers the Chromebook Duet. We’ve all heard the whispers of rumors around the internet about the web-centric OS being little more than the Chrome browser, but I beg to differ. Having only used Apple products, my Macbook Air and iPhone Xr – I felt right at home transitioning from macOS to ChromeOS – and the experience is quite similar to the one on my iPhone, particularly with gesture navigation. Will it be able to converge my desktop/tablet workflow? Time will tell.
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Players Unknown Battleground Mobile (Pubg Mobile) Is an action-packed multiplayer shooting game. With 100s of players finding themselves jumping out of a plane and parachuting onto an island or destination as they so desire.
Introduction
Pubg Mobile made its debut to mobile platforms in 2017. However, it became even more popular in April-May of 2018. Pubg Mobiles’ main popularity stems from the accessibility of being able to play a battle royal pc game on one’s mobile device. Whether you decide to play Classic Battle Royal or Death-matches Pubg Mobile makes gameplay enjoyable, entertaining, and exciting. On another note, Battle Royal consists of 100s of players with teams of 4 each parachuting themselves and scattering around different parts of the map working together with one purpose in mind to eliminate as many opponents as you can. Ultimately being the last man standing for yourself or your teammates. The feeling of going into a battle royal aiming to be the last person alive is the greatest thrill for any gamer. Becoming the “last man standing” not only gives you popularity but always ensures you’ll unlock incredible gifts and crates to help upgrade your wardrobe and weaponry.
Earlier in July (2020), an update was released that added ‘Livik’ – a map inspired by Nordic-styled environments. It’s a smaller map, measuring 2kmx2km with 52 players. The smaller map promotes faster, more intense experiences. Livik is broken into six zones and offers rich and diverse environments, from volcanic areas with sparse vegetation to mountains covered in snow. Two exclusive weapons, the SMG P90 and Marksman Rifle MK12, as well as a new Barrel Extender and a Monster Truck, will also be available – exclusively in Livik.
Graphics
Screen Icons and Displays are featured in the above image
With distinct display of graphics pubg mobile features many on screen icons, motions, and most importantly a wide view range of the arena. From my experiences playing PubG Mobile the graphics exceeded my expectations. As I expected 240p of imaging but instead got 1080p of action packed realness in each game. To the left of your screen is a scroll icon allowing players to move their camera view from left to right and even 360 if that’s what you desire. Team Death-Match arena displays its graphics of crates and broken down barns as the map. It’s depiction of an actual walls, crates, wood, guns and people. Making players feel as if their are in the actual virtual reality. Pubg accurately displays images of objects within arena allows for a sense of uniqueness.
Gameplay
For starters, Pubg Mobile does offer arena training and Cheer Park which is a place where players can go to practice their skills and interact with others to form friendships or create teams. If you’re anything like me, a girl whose terrible at first person shooting games. I found that arena training to be quite helpful. It allowed me to become familiar with the controls. And have a feel of how a match would actually be without all the hassle of getting killed everytime. Arena training is perfect for those who are just begining/starting out who aren’t quite sure how to handle all the controls. Overtime, the more you practice the better you’ll become and the faster you move in game.
Arena Training- Players are able to pick up weapons, ammunition in order to help their game play.)
Moreover; the key component of Pubg Mobile is you guessed it “Survival”. For example Team Death-match offers First Person view of the game in which the player is essentially playing to kill opponents and at best try not to get killed during game play. Although you’re able to respawn after each death the objective of each “deathmatch” game is to get to the 40 points before your opponents do. You and your teammates camp and run around the arena in order to kill your opponents. In order to “win” or gain the victory it’s important to work together as a team. Pubg Mobile also offers first person and third person views. Which allows players to choose which view is suitable for their ideal game play.
This arena is called Team Death-match
Glitches and Cheating Galore
While glitching is something that’s a more controllable issue, cheating opponents is something Tencent really needs to get a grip on. Glitching seems to occur when connected to a congested wi-fi network, or when playing on mobile data and I have a weak signal. Based on our personal experience during the review, the game ran smoother on a strong mobile data connection.
During the game I noticed how several players who were on the United States server had foreign names and letters who didn’t speak English. From our experience this has been the most common cheating we’ve encountered. Alongside other cheats that include speed boost, auto aim, wall hacks.
PubG Mobile is best known for its Classic or in this case the Battle Royal. Which features 100 players placed onto a map fighting against each other on teams of 4. Except for this time “Survival” is the true name of the game. As long as you survive until the very end it doesn’t matter how many kills you get in-game. Once you land into the map the main objectives are to collect, survive, and kill. Survival comes into play since you have to constantly move around the arena in order to kill off other opponents and keep from getting yourself killed. Factor in the importance to collect as many weapons, ammo, helmets, armor, and protection.
No matter how many kills you get whether it’s 1 or 30. The biggest take away from playing Battle Royal is to Survive. Winning 1st plce, basically being the last one standing in Battle Royal is the biggest achievement any player wishes to accomplish in this game. Not only for the title but also for the awesome prizes and gifts you obtain from winning.
Again players are able to select their view of first person or third person camera. Personally for me, PubG Mobile is more enjoyable in a first-person view. Although I have yet to win in a Battle Royal. Playing PubG Mobile with my mate is exciting and entertaining. Anybody at the age of 10+ will have an enjoyable time playing Pubg Mobile.
Covergirl has had many great concealers over the years. Although by far “Covergirl TruBlend Undercover Concealer” has to be my all time favorite.
Covergirl’s Trueblend Undercover Concealer is ideal for the everyday girl/guy who just rolled out of bed wanting a 5-minute no-makeup-makeup look. Or getting all glammed up for a date night or night out with friends. Any look is achievable with this concealer. The versatility this concealer allows makes it easy for any makeup queen to go from a day to night look in seconds.
The only downside I can say about this product is if you have dry skin it’s best to mix this concealer with a primer or moisturizer for all-day hydration. Whether you choose to wear it as a concealer to spot corrector to hide a few blemishes here and there. Or like me, I prefer to wear it as a foundation, as the coverage is amazing and will cover redness, acne spots, even uneven skin tones perfectly without that heavy coverage feeling.
No matter what type of girl/guy you are. Whether you decide to be a Natural Dewy skin girl/guy or a dramatic bold queen. Covergirl’s TruBlend Undercover Concealer will have you looking slew and your absolute best all day and night.
Me sporting the TruBlend ‘Soft Tan’ shade. Notice how the
Shade Ranges
I am wearing the shade ‘Soft Tan’ which is located under the tan section. As the image above shows, there are 8 different shades within each range. Covergirl offers different shades for every skin type and color, so you’ll never have to worry about finding you’re right shade. The darker shades offered works perfectly as a two-in-one concept, cream contour is a major part of my makeup routine. With someone, any changes offered I’m able to not only use this concealer as a foundation I’m also using it as a cream contour in my everyday makeup routine.
Pricing
Prices may vary depending on where you buy your makeup from. For me I went to my local Target and bought it for $7.99 per concealer, it’s very affordable for those who are on a budget and aren’t looking to spend a fortune on their daily makeup. For a drugstore makeup product, this is priced fairly well. As most concealers are rather expensive, the drugstore is the best way to get makeup without burning a hole into your wallet. This concealer is guaranteed to save you money and have you feeling and looking confident.
Application
Trueblend Undercover Concealer has a doe-foot applicator which makes it easier to get into hard to reach places of the face. A decent amount of product is picked up with every application, there is no need to re-dip or pumping the wand to get enough product. Just one swipe on both cheeks,t- zone area, and chin will give you flawless looking skin each and every time.
Overall
I highly recommend Covergirl concealer because not only do they over 30 shades ranging from fair to deep, they also are multifunctional. It works great with all skin types. I currently tried a wear test and my overall result, this concealer lasts all day for me without any touch-ups. It’s easy to blend and work with, covers all or most imperfections, vegan free, last all day, does not crack or crease when applied as an undereye concealer or eyelid primer.
The Galaxy S20 FE is presented by Samsung as the more affordable choice in this year’s S20 line up. Does it still pack enough punch to satisfy your Galaxy cravings?
Display
The Galaxy S20 FE has a vibrant display with vivid colors that maintains color accuracy even in the widest viewing angles.
Price
Specs
Category
Specifications
Build Materials and Quality
Display
6.5” FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED HID Flat Infinity-O Display (3200×1440) 407 ppi HDR10+ certified 120Hz refresh rate support
RAM
6 or 8GB
Processor & Battery
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 4500mAh (typical)
Cameras
32MP Selfie Front Camera 12MP Ultra Wide Rear Camera 12MP Wide-angle Rear Camera 8MP Telephoto Camera Super-Resolution Space Zoom up to 30X Hybrid Optic Zoom 3x OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) Tracking AutoFocus
Connectivity
5G Non-Standalone (NSA), Standalone (SA), Sub6/mmWave LTE Enhanced 4×4 MIMO, Up to 7CA, LTE Cat.20, Up to 2.0Gbps Download/150Mbps Upload Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4G+5GHz,HE80,MIMO,1024-QAM Bluetooth v5.0, ANT+, USB type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
Storage
128GB or 256GB
Battery
The Galaxy S20 FE is a battery champ, easily getting a full day.
