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At the entrance to the archaeological site of the Maya settlement in Tulum National Park (Parque Nacional Tulum) in Mexico started to charge an additional fee for the right to make a selfie. the park administration has decided, in addition to the entrance fee of 60 pesos (US $ 3.3), take 45 pesos ($ 2.5) for each gadget with the camera, the GoPro camera and the camera, which tourists are carrying with them.Visitors to the park are not enthusiastic about the innovation,. For such measures the park management has gone to protect the tourists themselves, risking life and limb in an attempt to take a picture of yourself on the background of the picturesque ruins. It is assumed that people will choose to abandon the use of gadgets than they will buy a separate "entry ticket".Tulum National Park is located on the Yucatan Peninsula, in a half-hour ride from the popular resort of Cancun, annually receives more than 2 million visitors, and in the high tourist season only settlements Maya ruins visited by 2 million people daily.Last year, 12 people were killed in an attempt to make selfie in the world.

Today, one can not reliably explain where the name of the famous Indian resort, but the existing version, allow us to consider the different sources of origin. Perhaps, Goa comes from the name in the Indian epic Mahabharata, Gomantak, which means "paradise." Creek birds phonetic resemblance to the word, is issued by local natives, for the source of origin. Someone believes that to blame the Portuguese colonists. There is a version, even, that the name of the breed "Indian sacred cow" of course, in the category of "eternal values" rather than the laying down of the "sacred" m on my way. In general, it is precisely the science is not known. It is known - more. This staff. The former Portuguese colony with its corresponding atavism. For example, a large number of Catholic churches in the state. As well as the names of a number of Portuguese, left over from the Portuguese, including the Vasco da Gamma. As such cultural "Taj Mahal" you will find here are not. The main treasure of this resort - Ocean and beaches. Good beaches, not crap locals, because of the global tourist pilgrimage. In many ways, it can be said that the GOA - not India. In addition to the tourism distinguish Goa, as the South and the North. Cultural, national or climatic differences between them, it comes down only to the quality of the hotel. In the south, they are "fatter" and steeper and closer to the water.
But there is one important difference. If you have been, and still have, somewhere in my heart, hippies, you in the Arambol village (North Goa). Living in this place for a cheap and rent an apartment for $ 6 a day, is not the cheapest offer. Very often, Western tourists, before reaching Goa, the first day, without reservation, arrive at a desired removal and leisurely stroll. Within half an hour (or less), they choose on your budget and taste, any of a variety of ads for the surrender of apartments, bungalows or hotel rooms, hung on every corner.
Since the late 60's in Goa has directed a large number of hippies. Many of them subsequently settled here. Goa is a place of pilgrimage for fans of "Goa trance" from around the world. It is still going for the spirit of the seventies, with the party in the hippie style of yoga on the beach, with the view to play the drum or the Indian sitar. And most importantly, to meet the Sunset kazhly evening, or sunset. "Sunset Beach" is now the traditional ideology of the evening beach parties. All in hippie style or "Make love, not war". That's where it would not hurt to ride, politicians.
In conclusion, you can add: Goa no worse and no better than, for example, Thailand. He's just different. In life, the resort is simpler and cheaper than similar stay at the Thai islands. Fruits and vegetables in Goa are abundant. Naturally Goa, trade birthplace of spices, it is - a sharp kitchen. The European kitchen is rare and it is better, it is not to try. Very nice beaches, fine white sand, the business card of this resort. Therefore, clear water and abundant oceanic animals, lacking both natural phenomena. But they caught stingray or jellyfish swimsuit. In a word, everywhere has its advantages. Therefore, better taste, ride, swim in the ocean and relax on the beach every evening get-together, noting his own Sunset.

One of the symbols of modern Milan - a complex of buildings "vertical forest" (Bosco Verticale) - received the honorary title of the most beautiful and innovative skyscraper of the planet, ahead of the New York World Trade Center, Singapore Capita Green and Dubai Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid Tower.
According to "Italy in Russian", on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat Council (Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat) with the support of the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, an annual competition selects the best skyscrapers in every continent of the planet, and then awards the winner. Buildings Bosco Verticale, built in 2014, itself a Milan landmark. One of them is 76 meters tall, and the other - 110 meters, and both together grows 730 trees, 5000 shrubs and 11,000 ground cover perennials. Facades of buildings, completely covered with live greenery, attract the eyes of many tourists.
Bosco Verticale is located in the central part of the city, between Via Gaetano de Castillia and Via Federico Confalonieri, near the train station Milano Porta Garibaldi.

Authorities Reykjavik supported the idea of ​​renaming one of the city's streets in honor of the hero of the epic "Star Wars" Darth Vader.
In the capital of Iceland from 2010 the project "Best Reykjavik" is realized, in which the locals offer their ideas for the development of the city, according to National Geographic Russia. Together with the proposals on the free Wi-Fi in public transport and the creation of new pedestrian areas have been put forward is quite unusual - assign one of the streets in the name of Darth Vader.
Author of the idea - one of the inhabitants of Reykjavik Gneysti Oli, who is a big fan of "Star Wars." Post a street where he lives, a new name Oli offers since 2012. According to the results of voting at the site of the project idea has become a leader, and a few days ago the city authorities agreed to innovation. In addition, Darth Vader street will be renumbered buildings in accordance with the order of the screens episodes of "Star Wars": first, will go home №№4, 5 and 6, then - 1, 2 and 3, then - 7. Recall seventh epic film is scheduled for release at the end of 2015.
The new name - Svarthöfð ( "black head") will receive a street in the eastern part of the city, which now bears the name Bratthöfði. "Black head" translated "Star Wars" in the Icelandic language called Darth Vader.

There are many myths that are associated with certain countries of the world, but some of them are based on reality, and which do not fully correspond to reality? The British Daily Mail has collected and exposed a few typical misconceptions inherent in the beginning tourists: it is always good to know in advance anything about the place, which they hope to visit.
1. In the New York subway is not safe to ride at nightAs the New York City subway ride at any time, hundreds of people, it is even safe enough at night. However, you should avoid certain streets, districts and subway stations that can be deserted. Places visited by tourists, however, are filled with people at any time of the day. If you go by bus, the driver will stop at the point of the route, which is considered safe.
2. Norway - a country of ArcticAs in Norway, you can see the northern lights, many tourists mistakenly believe that the whole country is located in the Arctic region. In fact, the only island of Svalbard are in it. Most of the most popular destinations are located in temperate climates and covered with greenery, especially in the summer.
3. In Australia, kangaroos roam the streets, and all live in the provinceAlthough the films give the impression that all Australians living in remote places, in fact, 90% of the population - are urban residents. If you have never been to Australia, you may think that koalas and kangaroos here on every corner. In fact, the only place where a tourist is likely to meet one of the iconic animals - a zoo or a tour of the desert.
4. Only tourists visit the Spanish Steps in central RomeIt is often assumed that the tourist spots of the city are attracted only to foreigners, but after the end of tourist season, local also visit significant places. What is surprising is that the Parisians dine on the steps of Sacré Coeur or the inhabitants of Rome will buy ice cream at the Trevi Fountain?
5. Travel in Thailand is similar to the second part of the movie "The Hangover"Of course, in big cities - such as Bangkok, you'll find lots of fun and have the same consequences parties, as in the movie. But the majority of the Thai people, especially in rural areas consider themselves conservative. And if you decide to depart from the beaten path, you will be rewarded with beautiful waterfalls, beaches and lush greenery. It is a shame that much of this beautiful country remains unexplored by most tourists.
6. Women must wear the hijab while traveling in the Middle EastIt really depends on where you are. For example, in Saudi Arabia - one of the most conservative Muslim countries - of women expect that they will almost always closed. Shawl will necessarily be required when visiting a mosque. But in Dubai and Morocco, you can quietly relax in a bikini in a hotel, simply cover shoulders and knees, and avoid tight fitting clothes when leaving the city. Nevertheless, it is important to remember that regardless of whether you have to wear a scarf, you should always respect the local culture and dress moderately conservative.
7. The Parisians are rude and unfriendlyThe French, of course, does not deserve such a reputation. Finally, the unpleasant people can meet anywhere. Parisians usually quite friendly and help tourists, but first try to tell them a few words in French.
8. The Germans were the first to put towels on the beach plank bedContrary to the stereotype, it's not the Germans, and British tourists usually take place on the sun loungers. Reserving sun loungers - this is one of the holiday etiquette violations that annoys most people, but the rest continue to do so. One British tour operator has conducted a survey and found out that the British had already surpassed the Germans in the Battle of the beds.
9. In Turkey, there is no conventional toiletsIn these modern Turkish cities like Istanbul, it is practically impossible to find oriental outdoor toilet. Just look at the modern shopping malls, theaters, international airports and business districts, to be sure. Here you'll find the usual European toilet.
10. The Egyptian pyramids are located in the middle of the desertPhotographs of the pyramid of Giza look like they are standing in the middle of the desert, but in fact they are quite close to the houses. Directly opposite the famous Sphinx is a cafe T.G.I. Fridays.
11. Buckingham Palace - is the official residence of the QueenTourists flock to London to see Buckingham Palace and the changing of the guard ceremony. Despite the fact that the queen lives in luxurious quarters in the center of London, her official residence - is Windsor Castle in Berkshire. In addition, it is also the largest inhabited castle in the world.
12. The Great Wall of China - the only thing that man has created a structure that can be seen from spaceGreat Wall of China - the longest in the world, but it is, in fact, can not be seen from space. The discovery in 2003 made the Chinese astronaut Yang Liwei, who shed light on this error. Since then, schools had to cut this fact from the textbooks.
13. Toronto - Capital of CanadaMaybe Toronto and Canada's largest city and its financial center, the capital of the country is in fact Ottawa is located in 450 kilometers to the northeast. Toronto is a center of the province of Ontario.

Samsung Note 5 Not Charging

I thought this will be the last thing that will happen to me since my Note 5 is relatively new. I had recently updated the firmware on my Samsung Note 5 smartphone and changed to standard charging. My son used my smartphone until 0% and switched off then he started charging. The screen showed the battery lightning logo and 0% battery logo. Then it flashes the battery charging lightning logo on and off. But it never got charged and remained at 0% forever although I was using the original charger. When I switched on, it would power on and before I could even set back to fast charging, it switched off again since it had 0% charge.

I wiped the Note 5 cache partition, rebooted system now and used PC to USB to charge my smartphone to about 10% before I switched on and change it to fast charging to solve the problem.

Wipe Note 5 cache partition

• Press and hold the Volume Up and the Home buttons first, and then press and hold the Power key.
• Keep the three buttons pressed and when ‘Samsung Galaxy Note 5’ shows, release the Power key but continue holding the other two.
• Once the Android logo shows, release both the Volume Up and Home buttons.
• The Android system recovery screen is shown with its options.
• Use the Volume Down key to highlight the option ‘Wipe cache partition’ and press the Power key to select it.
• When the process is complete, use the Volume Down key to highlight the option ‘Reboot system now’ and hit the Power key to restart the phone.
• The reboot may take a little longer to complete but don’t worry and wait for the device to become active.

Use PC to USB to charge my smartphone to 10%. Thereafter, I could power on and change it to Fast Charging. I could use the original charger to charge after that. Hope this will help you.

Weak autonomy and lack of functionality - these are the two pillars on which hitherto was based hatred expressed by opponents of wearable electronics, to the Apple Watch. Why rested ask? Yes, because the second generation of hours, the release of which is scheduled for the coming September, we are simply obliged to acquire the appropriate range of possibilities. This, at least, suggests an updated brand "Made for Apple Watch".

According to the official data of colleagues from PatentlyApple publication, the Cupertino-based company received the approval of the application filed before the expansion of the model range of accessories that are compatible with smart watches. The published list includes all kinds of fitness equipment, blood pressure monitors, glucose analyzers, and even devices for rehabilitation of the disabled in wheelchairs. At the same time the company made a separate category gaming input devices, music players and means of broadcast radio and video.
The second incarnation of Apple Watch, according to data leakage, will be presented during the presentation in early September. The device will receive more capacious battery, but less overall body that will increase the level of comfort when worn on the wrist is not the most compact gadget. Reducing the thickness of the clock enable executed on technology OLED-display a new generation, the production of which, however, the company's suppliers are experiencing some difficulties. Tentative date Apple Watch 2 of the sale, as well as the retail price will be announced closer to the date of the official release.

Development of devices with an eye on the competition - one of the fundamental principles, has found the most active applications in smartfonostroeniya industry. Perhaps that is why, the commercials from 2008 develops a persistent impression that the joke about the two designers 
 from Korea itself does not. Rather, on the contrary, developments borrowing a concept now acquires such enormity that blame the manufacturers to adapt other people's ideas becomes simply unfashionable. But Apple - is another matter.Historical positioning "apple" as the most innovative products most seriously affected not only its competitors, but also a global audience of consumers. The privileged status of the company from Cupertino is confirmed by the constant clashes "network" Knights taking the beloved company charges one form or another as a personal insult. At the same time justify Apple, or rather, to rehabilitate her in the eyes of fans losing faith usual methods of analysis and lengthy discussions are unlikely to succeed."Adults love numbers," - used to say the famous Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. So why, in fact, we do not resort to the less abstract techniques to more clearly prove the correctness of the path chosen most Apple?It will help us in this queen of sciences and ingenious theory of games. Its principal feature is the simulation of a certain situation, a game called, by which is meant a defined process with two or more competing parties. Each of the parties pursuing as a primary objective the victory, resorted to the use of certain strategies. Very interesting in this case is the fact that the winner of the copy (!) Outsider action (!), Allowing the first to leave your opponent behind.In other words, the company from Cupertino, the remaining actions of the leaders, it is not necessary to resort to rash actions. In order to keep ahead of its competitors, it is sufficient to use the existing operating time. For example, in the case of MMS, «shutter» notifications, widgets, PHABLET and many others. It is very logical in terms of game theory, but illogical from the point of view of ordinary people is lagging position innovators and revolutionaries.Explain it with this much easier than it might suggest uncomplicated aspects of the exact sciences humanities mind. According to the following strategy derived in the framework of game theory, however no breakthrough had been lagging behind the action, the probability of winning is generally tends to zero. But it is the same algorithm Action leader will certainly lead him to glory, even if they are of questionable effectiveness. Why? Because the main thing in the competition - a victory, regardless of the method used to achieve it.Is this not what the late Steve Jobs said when he called geniuses those engaged in brazen theft?

Apple has never sought to differentiate cost goods, rarely offering something truly affordable. Even a couple of years ago, when the price of Russian iPhone were on a very acceptable level, to own "apple" technique was considered a sign of wealth, if not, then at least fairly good earnings. But the blame would be in the existing pricing marketers of Cupertino at least incorrectly, because technology is pricey at all times. And especially in the 1985 year.
The approximate cost of the iPhone in the modern period of Soviet perestroika analysts estimate WebpageFX. According to the study, in 1985, a full range of functionality, even an old iPhone 4 would cost fabulous $ 20 million. Where did such a shocking figures? Everything in order.
The basis of any smartphone, if you ignore the computing power and hardware technologies like 3D Touch, it is a mobile phone feature. In 1985, a portable unit for making calls by Motorola would cost in 9000 dollars. Several cheaper ($ 1,100) at the time estimated the ability to send SMS-messages or as they were then called, by means of a facsimile of almost sunk into oblivion faxes.
In addition, as close as possible to the functionality of modern smartphones is almost impossible without a GPS-navigator, the value of which in the 85th more than 6 500. To add the same spending simulating possible application "Music" portable player like chetyrehsotdollarovogo Sony D-50 Discman. Existence strimingovyh services then, of course, no one even thought about it. Unlike video cameras, which, although they were prohibitively expensive, yet had a certain popularity.
However, the main item of expenditure when attempting to create iPhone in 1985 to become the A-series processor. Despite the fact that its computing power, regardless of generation, does not seem so improbable, to provide similar performance at that time could only supercomputers like the Cray-2. The cost used for the needs of the Ministry of Defense of the United States computer is the most advanced solution, it exceeded $ 17 million.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 7

It is launched! It is out! How can I not cover this story or news.

Nutshell

1. Dimensions - 5.7 inches. Dual curve
2. Feature - Water resistant (like I said, all smartphone phones should be this way). S pen too.
3. Video & Games - HDR video and Vulcan API games
4. Security - IRIS scanning (new)
5. Camera - Improved dual pixel sensor
6. Memory - 64GB entry/expandable 256GB (hey hey, it's back by popular demand)
7. Battery - 3500mAh fast and wireless charging

Pre-order for a free lens kit worth $198. I think the Samsung Gear VR is more enticing.

As many manufacturers flagship devices already in full equip their smartphones dual camera, it seems clear that the Apple will follow the same path in the new iPhone. However, few people understand why dual camera.
In addition to improving the quality of the photos, dual camera owners of smartphones opens a new way to focus with the same name. Apple now practicing in the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus technology called "focus pixel": it uses a part of the pixels as a phase sensor. In fact, this is the usual phase autofocus, but in a nice wrapper Apple's marketers.
The phase detection autofocus is good? He will contrast and allows to estimate the motion of an object by means of sensors (AF tracking). However, its main drawback - not work properly in poor lighting conditions. And suddenly the camera is focused not on what you need to fix it would be quite problematic.
Dual camera with easily copes with the last task. Here to take clear pictures of the battle are just two of the lens - is one camera takes a picture of distant objects with fixed focus, the other does focus directly on objects nearby. Therefore, you can quickly take a picture, and then adjust the focus (in Lytro cameras, yes).
Changing focus
Yes, dual camera provides a less accurate focus than a phase, but it has an important advantage, which has already appreciated the owners of Honor 6 Plus smartphone from Huawei or the same HTC One M9 +. And if Apple how to work in this direction, you can hardly go back to the iPhone with a single camera.

Moscow - the most unfriendly to tour the city and the Irish Galway guests just love - talking about it welcoming cities in the world rankings, compiled edition of Travel + Leisure travelers on the basis of surveys.Thus, Moscow led the ranking of cities with the hostile environment to tourists. Respondents noted the reluctance of Muscovites help tourists, and also complained about the lack of decent restaurants and public transport problems. Saint Petersburg was ranked in the list in third place - despite the rave reviews about the attractions of the northern capital, tourists could not help but notice the disappointment of contacts with local residents.Also, the twenty most unfriendly places were once thirteen US cities: Atlantic City, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Las Vegas, Miami, Washington DC, Boston, Providence, Cincinnati, Fort Lauderdale and St. Louis, and French Marseille and Cannes, Beijing, Frankfurt and Naples.In turn, the friendliest city in the world, tourists considered Galway (Ireland), noting the friendliness and sense of humor of local residents. In second place in the list of friendly-minded to tourists places appeared the American Charleston (South Carolina), and the third - the Irish Dublin.The top 20 cities, where tourists feel welcome, included and Cork (Ireland), Siem Reap (Cambodia), New Zealand Auckland, green continent of Melbourne and Sydney, Edinburgh, Scotland, Savannah (Georgia, USA), the South African Cape Town, Texas Austin , Japan Kyoto, the US Nashville, Asheville and New Orleans, Poland Krakow, the capital of Iceland, Reykjavik, the Canadian city of Victoria and the Thai Bangkok.

The Business Insurance magazine have listed the top 100 brokers in the country they are ranked based on the 2015 brokerage revenue generated by U.S.-based clients.

There are four Western New York brokers that made the list First Niagara Risk Management Inc. – now owned by KeyCorp (NYSE: KEY) based in Buffalo  got the number 54 spot with $65.3 million. Lawley a privately-held insurance broker is at number 57 with $62 million. Meanwhile, M&T Insurance Agency Inc. dropped to number 79 from number 74 last year. Tompkins Insurance Agencies Inc., the sister company of Tompkins Bank of Castile in Batavia, were able to grow it secured the number 94 spot from 97 last year.

Here's the Top 20:

1 Marsh & McLennan Cos. Inc.1 $6,326,880,000 8.4%
2 Aon P.L.C. $6,052,059,000 4.1%
3 Willis Towers Watson P.L.C.1,2 $3,980,760,000 129.7%
4 Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.1 $2,713,336,000 13.0%
5 BB&T Insurance Holdings Inc.1 $1,676,025,000 (2.2%)
6 Brown & Brown Inc.1 $1,656,951,014 5.7%
7 Wells Fargo Insurance Services USA Inc. $1,316,335,000 1.3%
8 Hub International Ltd.1 $1,146,972,060 26.4%
9 USI Insurance Services L.L.C.1 $1,027,846,835 12.6%
10 Lockton Cos. L.L.C.1,3 $996,426,750 6.5%**
11 NFP Corp.4 $880,611,794 10.6%
12 Alliant Insurance Services Inc.1 $826,567,635 33.5%
13 AssuredPartners Inc.1 $555,938,953 23.8%
14 Acrisure L.L.C.1 $410,654,072 114.7%
15 BroadStreet Partners Inc. $336,550,000 36.6%
16 Jardine Lloyd Thompson Group P.L.C.5 $261,469,584 11.2%**
17 Integro Group Holdings L.P.1 $221,395,200 30.3%
18 CBIZ Benefits & Insurance Services Inc.1 $220,400,000 6.9%
19 Leavitt Group Enterprises1 $216,058,000 (2.9%)
20 Edgewood Partners Insurance Center, dba EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants $195,558,100 28.9%

The full list can be accessed on businessinsurance.com, however subscription may be required.