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WWW.REDDIT.COMGoing for photorealism, any advice for improvements? (clay render in silde 2)submitted by /u/Hamlet134 [link] [comments]0 Comments 0 Shares 2 Views
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GAMERANT.COMBest All For One Quotes In MHAWhile there are technically multiple antagonists that appear throughout the story of My Hero Academia, All For One is often presented as being the major villain of the overall series. This dark and twisted individual would make first his official appearance during the Hideout Raid Arc where he made quick work of multiple heroes, before engaging in an epic battle with All Might, forcing the latter to sacrifice his powers once and for all.0 Comments 0 Shares 2 Views
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GAMERANT.COM10 Warhammer Factions That Have Yet To Appear In GamesWarhammer is full of varied and interesting factions, but not all of them have made it into a video game. Some might have had a character or two, but the faction itself doesn't appear. Some might have had a previous incarnation of their faction in a game, but not the forty-second millennium or Mortal Realms version.0 Comments 0 Shares 2 Views
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GAMERANT.COMBest Isekai Anime To Watch If You Like ZenshuNew anime have begun to release in the new year, bringing unique stories to anime fans all over the globe. With titles such as Solo Leveling and Sakamoto Days coming this year, it will be hard for most anime to make a splash. However, that does not seem to be the case with Mappa's new series, Zenshu. The story follows a young prodigy animator named Natsuko who has bitten off more than she can chew after being placed in charge of a romance animated film. Having never experienced romance, Natsuko struggles, and the project is delayed.0 Comments 0 Shares 2 Views
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LIFEHACKER.COMWhat Counts as Cardio (and What Doesn't)Cardio is good for us. We need both cardio and strength training for basic health, as well as our athletic goals. But what actually counts as cardio? Can you count walking? Lifting weights? Anything so long as youre in the right zone? Let me break it down.What is the definition of cardio?Trick question! Cardio is a nickname for a certain rough category of exercise, and it doesn't have a precise definition. Youll find different definitions of it depending on who you ask, and a lot of the research on the benefits of cardio just calls it exercise." The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans describes aerobic activity, or cardio, as when:...the bodys large muscles move in a rhythmic manner for a sustained period of time. Brisk walking, running, bicycling, jumping rope, and swimming are all examples. Aerobic activity causes a persons heart to beat faster, and they will breathe harder than normal.That matches how most fitness professionals use the term. Note that the key components are:Uses large muscles (like the legs; you cant get cardio by twiddling your thumbs)Is rhythmic (as when you pedal a bicycle for hundreds of revolutions)Can be sustained (like a 20-minute bike ride, but unlike a set of 10 squats)This definition includes walking, running, cycling, swimming, and using machines like a rower, elliptical, or stair machine at the gym.Is there a certain heart rate or zone that counts as cardio?No, there isnt a strict dividing line between what counts as cardio and what doesnt. The guidelines I quote above treat moderate intensity cardio as the minimum to target, but thats not defined in terms of heart rate. I have a breakdown here of what moderate really means, but briefly: Anything at the effort level of a normal-paced walk (about 20 minutes per mile) is moderate.I know thats not the answer you were hoping to find, so heres another data point: the American Heart Association says that moderate exercise corresponds to 50-70% of your maximum heart rate. (Vigorous is 70-85%.)Most of us dont actually know our true max heart rate, and formulas like 220 minus your age arent accurate. So take that with a grain of salt. Its more helpful to consider how exercise feels: Moderate exercise will get you breathing heavier than at rest, maybe sweating a little bit, and with a noticeably higher heart rate than when youre sitting quietly. You dont have to be out of breath; moderate exercise is conversational, in the sense that you could, literally, engage in conversation while you do it.If you want to get health benefits from cardio, you may want to pay more attention to intensity. Moderate exercise is great, but vigorous exercise (where it feels hard, and you wont be able to speak in full sentences) is also excellent to have in the mix. The Norwegian 4x4 is an accessible cardio workout that features plenty of vigorous work.Does walking count as cardio?Yes, in the sense that it meets the minimum guidelines. It is moderate intensity exercise and it counts toward your minutes per week (no matter what your heart rate is while you do it).But if you have athletic goals, walking alone is probably not enough to achieve them. If walking feels easy, you probably want to increase the intensity to increase your cardio fitness. Jogging or rucking would be good next steps.Does lifting weights count as cardio?No, lifting weights does not count as cardio (with a few exceptions, which Ill discuss in a minute.) Remember, cardio has to be rhythmic and sustained. If you arent doing the same movement over and over for, say, 10 minutes, its not cardio. So three sets of 10 on the chest press machine is definitely not cardio.And no, I wont change my answer based on what your heart rate monitor says. Your heart rate only measures the intensity of cardio exercise if you are doing cardio exercise. Strength training is still strength training (not cardio) no matter what zone your heart rate is in.So what are those exceptions I mentioned? Exercising with weights can count as cardio if it meets the definition: rhythmic and sustained. Most people dont do this! But if youre training for a kettlebell half marathon, which is 30 minutes of continuous lifting with a light kettlebell (you arent allowed to put the kettlebell down until time is up), then yes, that is cardio.I would also categorize the kettlebell ladder workout as a form of cardio. I do so with reservationsits not continuous for the whole 30-ish minutes, but then again neither is a lot of interval training. Kettlebell swings are definitely rhythmic and involve large muscles, and the workout is designed to get your breathing and heartbeat going faster than usual for pretty much the whole time. Ill allow it.Does HIIT count as cardio? High-intensity interval training definitely taxes your cardiovascular system, but it's not necessarily the best workout when you're looking for a way to get some cardio in. If you're doing true HIIT, it's very intense, very short, and may have longish rest periods in between the hard intervals. You're working your anaerobic system, not just your aerobic capacity, so it has some of the same caveats as lifting weights. What's more, a lot of "HIIT" videos out there aren't really HIIT, and aren't even necessarily good cardio. As I've written before, "HIIT" seems to mean "a video with a timer in the corner," regardless of what kind of workout you get out of it. If you're looking for a good cardio workout, it's better to find something where you know you'll be working aerobicallywhich means being able to breathe rather than gaspthroughout the whole workout.What other exercises count as cardio?Ive given some examples already, but let me give you a longer list of things that are definitely cardio, if you do them in any sort of normal way (steady state or intervals, especially if the intervals use active rest like walking).Running, jogging, or run/walk intervals (indoor or outdoor)Cycling (indoor or outdoor)Rowing on a gym machinePaddling or rowing a small boatJumping ropeDancing (truly the most underrated form of at-home cardio)Stairmaster or stepmill machinesClimbing machines like the Jacobs Ladder or VersaclimberElliptical machinesSwimmingRoller skating or rollerbladingYard work or housework that has you moving continuously (like pushing a lawn mower or shoveling snow)I have a list of cardio options here that goes into more detail about many of the above, and heres a list of chores and recreational activities that can also count (although many are moderate level, like walking).Hopefully these examples help you choose some exercise to do. If you have specific athletic goals, though (like running a 5K or passing a fitness test for work) youll want to look into a training program that is geared toward those goals.0 Comments 0 Shares 2 Views
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LIFEHACKER.COMMy Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The Beats Pill Portable SpeakerWe may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.January kicks off the new year with the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), arguably the biggest tech event of the year. While the new product announcements are exciting for tech geeks, it's a good time for bargain hunters too, as with them come discounts on older products. That's all to say that If you're looking for a stylish portable Bluetooth speaker with good bass and an array of features, take a look at the Beats Pill, which is currently matching its Prime Day price of $99.99 (originally $149.95), the lowest it has been since its recent release, according to price-tracking tools. For less than a hundred dollars, this speaker is a steal. Beats Pill Channels: Stereo, Bluetooth: Yes, Multi-Room: Yes, Physical Connections: USB-C, Water Resistant: Yes $99.99 at Amazon $149.95 Save $49.96 Get Deal Get Deal $99.99 at Amazon $149.95 Save $49.96 I've been using the Beats Pill speaker since it came out in June, and it has everything I want in a portable: It offers stereo sound when connected to at least one other compatible speaker, it can handle multi-room to play across multiple speakers, it works with Apple's Find My Device feature if you misplace it, and it has a microphone that allows you to use it as an extension of your phone. This Beats speaker is not just for Apple users; Android devices can also connect to it via Bluetooth 5.3, though it only supports AAC and SBC codecs, so there are no Android-friendly codec options that will make the audio really pop. Apple users also get seamless iOS compatibility for a much smoother experiencethe Pill will automatically show up as a pairing option on iPhones, while Androids will have to search for it. You can read about all of this in more detail in PCMag's "excellent" review.When it comes to battery life, you can expect around 24 hours per charge, depending on your use, which is up there with other speakers of its size. Sound-wise, it offers the classic bright Beats signature, balanced yet bass-heavy. The biggest negative is that there is no adjustable EQ within the app, but in my experience, it sounds great out of the box, and is a good buy at this price.0 Comments 0 Shares 2 Views
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LIFEHACKER.COMHere's What's New in iOS 18.3When Apple dropped iOS 18.2, it made a bit of a splashespecially for iPhones compatible with Apple Intelligence. The update brought dedicated image generation to iOS, including both Image Playground and Genmoji, as well as an AI-updated Mail experience and more control over default apps.Over the past few weeks, we've had our first look at the company's next update for iPhones: iOS 18.3. Apple seeded developers the first beta for 18.3 on Monday, Dec. 16, then the second beta this past Wednesday for both developers and public beta testers. There's not much new, however. If these first two betasare any indication, iOS 18.3 is not going to be a feature-filled update; rather, it will be one that brings some minor changes and bug fixes to iPhones. Big Siri changes, for example, will probably ship with iOS 18.4.That said, Apple could add more features and changes in subsequent beta updates for iOS 18.3. As the company continues beta testing, and eventually releases the full iOS 18.3 update to compatible iPhones, I'll update this piece to report on what's new. In the meantime, here's what we know is coming based on this first developer beta:Robot vacuum support in Home appApple's Home app does not currently support robot vacuums, but it will soon. The company first announced support as part of iOS 18 back in June, but then kicked back the release. Officially, robot vacuum support is delayed, but MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris found code in iOS 18.3 beta 1 indicating the new update supports these vacuums: This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Currently, Apple says the following about robot vacuum support in iOS 18, which it still says is coming in an update: "The Home app now supports the core functionality of robot vacuum cleaners, such as power control, cleaning mode, vacuum, mop, and charge status. They can also participate in automations and scenes, and respond to Siri requests. So you can add them to your cleaning routines or tell Siri to do some spot cleaning in the living room." Repeated calculations are backAs 9to5Mac discovered, the second 18.3 beta brings back something that never should have leftrepeated calculations. For some reason, Apple removed the ability to keep a calculation going when you tap the equals key with iOS 18 (e.g. hitting equals after five times five gives you 25, and hitting equals again then multiplies by five again to get you 125). If you have the beta, this feature is back. Apple may be working on an "Invites" app 9to5Mac also found code in the latest beta that points to an "Invites" app Apple may be cooking up for future release. In fact, the site found this code in an iOS 18.2 beta, but Apple removed it. It now appears to be back.9to5Mac believes this Invites app would act as a meeting scheduler and organizer. It has functionality with Apple's GroupKit, which can keep track of a group of potential attendees, including whether or not individuals have agreed to attend a meet. At this point, it's not clear whether this will be a standalone app, or integrated in existing apps across iOS. Give AI image generation feedbackPart of how AI image generation improves is through user feedback: If a model spits out an image, and the user says something went wrong, the model can then take that feedback in as part of its training, and, hopefully, return a result that is closer to the expectation over time. With iOS 18.3, Apple has added a thumbs-up and thumbs-down option for image generation for both Image Playground and Genmoji. When using the beta, you'll have the option to quickly tell iOS whether the image or emoji it generated is right, or if it missed the mark. Credit: Brandon Butch/YouTube Camera control settings icon has dark mode optionThis one's a very small change, but a good one for those with an eye for these details. On iPhone 16 devices, the settings icon for the Camera Control button now has a dark mode option. If you go to Accessibility settings on iOS 18.2 and older, this icon will be bright in both light and dark modes, mismatched from the rest of the icons, which adjust depending on the system theme. Credit: Zollotech/YouTube Bug fixesiOS 18.3 developer beta 1 added two fixes for bugs in previous versions of iOS. One is for Genmoji, and fixes an issue where a personalized Genmoji wouldn't generate without selecting another person first. The other fixes a bug with Writing Tools, where third-party apps using the Writing Tools API wouldn't be able to use the inline experience if the first responder is not a UIView. (This one, as you might guess, is specifically for developers.)Genmoji is coming to macOS 15.3This one won't apply to your iPhone, but if you have a Mac, be aware that Apple is bringing Genmoji support with macOS 15.3. Genmoji is probably my favorite of the Apple Intelligence features: I would, quite literally, never use images generated from Image Playground for anything, but I do enjoy generating a custom emoji to react to a part of my current conversation. Apple isn't bringing Image Playground to the Mac yet, but that's fine: Genmoji support will be more than enough. How to install iOS 18.3Again, iOS 18.3 is currently in beta, and should not be installed haphazardly. At this time, the beta really is meant only for developers to test their apps out on the new OS, and alert Apple to any bugs they find. As such, it's not meant for general use, so unintended consequences could arise from downloading it on a personal device. If you're okay assuming those risks (please, back up any important data first), it's quite easy to install 18.3 right now. You'll just need an iPhone compatible with iOS 18. To install the developer beta, sign into developer.apple.com on this iPhone with your Apple ID. To install the public beta, make sure you've enrolled your iPhone from beta.apple.com. Then, head to Settings >General > Software Update. From here, tap Beta Updates, then choose either iOS 18 Developer Beta or iOS 18 Public Beta. Tap Back, then, after a moment, you should see iOS 18.3 Beta 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the software on your iPhone.0 Comments 0 Shares 2 Views
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WWW.ENGADGET.COMOur unofficial, silly and meaningless CES 2025 awards, just for funCES (formerly the Consumer Electronics Show) is the biggest tech convention of the year. It helps set the stage for all the wonderful gadgets we're going to see over the next 12 months. However, among all the quadcopters, questionably benevolent robots and devices with fancy flexible screens, there's a lot of small things that go into making CES a one-of-a-kind event. To highlight some of the silly, stupid and occasionally wholesome things we encountered at the show this year, we humbly present the very unofficial Dumb Fun awards for CES 2025.Cutest digger - Komatsu PC01E-2Sam Rutherford for EngadgetKomatsus PC01E-2 looks like a childrens playground toy, except that it actually works and is really goddam cute. You almost want to walk over and pinch that little bucket until it turns pink. But its not all fun and games because this little digger is meant to help excavate things even in tight spaces. In fact, its small enough to fit in most elevators, so if you run into a situation where you need to get some digging done, say, on the roof, Komatsu's got you.Most likely to be vaporware - FX Super OneFaraday FutureWe generally try to be optimistic about new tech. But ever since Faraday Future announced its first concept car back in 2016, the company has made less than 20 cars in total. And for the massive accomplishment of producing less than two dozen vehicles, Faraday Futures founder and CEO went and gave themselves raises. Now at CES 2025, the company is trying to make a comeback with its new line of FX EVs, except that it couldn't even be bothered to paint them. That special camouflage automakers use is usually meant to help hide a vehicles design before it gets announced, not make it look like a half-finished product at its own press event. That said, calling it 50 percent done is probably way too generous. So while there's always a chance a company turns it around, dont be surprised if you never see a FX Super One on the road.Most dapper (Dan) - EcoFlow Solar hatDaniel Cooper for EngadgetIf you ever need someone to sacrifice their sartorial elegance for a story, hes your man. And yet, even with a floppy photovoltaic-equipped, mess of a head ornament, theres still no doubt hes the most dapper Dan.Biggest bully - Unitree robotEveryone is always worried about when our robot overlords are going to come and conquer us. Except its the humans we should probably be worried about the most. Thats because during a demo for Unitrees robot, its homo sapien operator fumbled the controller, resulting in the robot basically tackling our very own Karissa Bell. Human or robot, thats just not OK.Most adorable - MirumiCheyenne MacDonald for EngadgetOriginally this list was meant to highlight interesting things we saw at CES that didn't get a lot of praise (or hate) elsewhere, but then the Mirumi went and won an award. I dont care, though. This robot is designed to do one thing hold onto your arm and stare cutely at things as you walk around. It's basically a puffball with eyes and a clingyness that can't be denied. And I will protect and cherish it with my life.Biggest nightmare fuel: Sharks red light facemaskCherlynn Low for EngadgetLook, taking care of your skin is important. Its the largest organ in your body after all! But if traditional moisturizers, creams and exfoliants arent enough for you, Im not convinced Sharks red light mask is the answer. If Im at home and my significant other comes out of the bathroom looking like goddam Doctor Doom, Im not getting in bed. Im running out the door and calling Reed Richards for help.Chillest booth: AARPSam Rutherford for EngadgetThe AARP describes itself as "the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age." So instead of encouraging people to hustle around from booth to booth while checking out all the new-fangled gadgets during CES, the AARP went and decided to install a whole-ass pickleball court right on the show floor. Naturally, attendees both young and old stepped up to the net and causally batted balls back and forth with everyone seemingly having a relaxing time in the midst of the biggest tech convention of the year. Good on yall.Company with the most FOMO - JackrabbitLas Vegas is an affront to Mother Nature. Its an unwalkable city in the middle of the desert filled with all manner of temptations and enough neon lighting to melt your brain. So when a company doesnt feel like flying in to attend CES, we get it. But that doesnt mean you can try to weasel your way into the spotlight by sending email pitches about being perfect for CES, but smart enough to skip it. Either stop fence sitting and suffer with the rest of us or shut up. So hey Jackrabbit, you say youre fine not being at CES. Thats cool, we feel the same way.Most reckless gadget: Rictor SkyriderDaniel Cooper for EngadgetYou know what sounds safe? An electric moped that turns into a quadcopter, but only if you position the propellers and arms yourself. The base model also only has about 25 minutes of flight time. While the company claims there are a number of safety features, theres also a built-in parachute. Dont get me wrong, Im not saying we cant have air taxis and other hybrid aerial vehicles. But this thing does not inspire confidence. However, if you have more guts and than sense, please give it a try and let us know how it goes.Most fun PC component: MSIs CPU cooler with a built-in turntableSam Rutherford for EngadgetNot every computer part needs to be about pumping out higher framerates and MSI proved that this year by making a CPU cooler with a built-in turntable. Whats the point, you ask? Well check out that happy little dragon sitting atop its throne. Just look at him. But really, you could put anything up there that makes you happy. The only sad part is that this water block is merely a concept and MSI has no actual plans to put it on sale. What a bummer.Most blasphemous branding: Dells new unified name scheme/Lenovo ThinkPad X9Sam Rutherford for EngadgetWe couldnt decide which one was more outrageous, so we ended up with a tie in this category. For Dell, its new unified branding is largely fine. After all, no one really cares about lines like Latitude, Inspiron and Optiplex. But killing off the XPS name, which is the only Dell sub-brand that has really ever meant something, is a step too far.Meanwhile, in an attempt to woo younger buyers who might not have an affinity for its classic black laptops, Lenovo made a ThinkPad with no carbon fiber or a Trackpoint nub. Thats downright sacrilegious. Admittedly, if youre younger than 50 you might not care, but any nerd who grew up using rotary phones is probably pissed.Horniest booth: HandySam Rutherford for EngadgetCES is home to all sorts of sex tech, but even among all the vibrators and various toys, the Handy booth somehow managed to be hornier than any other. Thats because in addition to having a selection of kinky gadgets on display, the company had guests lining up to spin a wheel for the chance to take home a prize of their own. And if people eagerly awaiting a chance to take away a pleasure device so they can get their rocks off isnt horny, I dont know what is. Just maybe keep it in your pants until you get home.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/our-unofficial-silly-and-meaningless-ces-2025-awards-just-for-fun-210041744.html?src=rss0 Comments 0 Shares 2 Views