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ASUS Zenfone 5Z Review: Camera, Design Take It To Top Of Its Mid-Range Class

Comfortably below the growing and rather intimidating price tags of the top tier smartphones we find a comfortable zone around $700-$800, inhabited by what the industry calls mid-range devices. ASUS, one of th...

A Brief Introduction To Soundproof Windows

As homes age, parts of their basic structure as well as design elements including floors, cabinets, roofing, doors, and windows, will need to be replaced. Homeowners can choose from a large selection of styles,...

7 Simple But Important Tips For Winter Running And Training

There's nothing more refreshing than a bracing run on a crisp winter morning. Many people only venture outside to exercise on those rare warm and sunny days. For the rest of us who like to get outdoors in the ...

Going Dutch: How To Enjoy Amsterdam Like A Local

Once the wealthiest city in the world, Amsterdam can still boast of its rich culture, huge concerts, tall people, and many canals. If you're looking for an authentic Dutch experience, here are a few things to d...

5 Tips For Hosting A Summer Barbecue

The weather is great, and everyone is feeling relaxed - it is the perfect time to get everyone together and enjoy a balmy evening eating, drinking and relaxing. However, once you start thinking about how to ...

Essential Tips To Make A Long Road Trip Amazing (And Not Just Bearable)

Getting ready to hit the road anytime soon? Travelling in a car, truck, or van for an extended period of time is both thrilling and confining. You are able to see the landscape change around you the further out...

Beautiful Spa Towns Around The World You Should Plan To Visit

Spa towns have been around for thousands of years, with civilizations choosing to settle around the naturally warm mineral springs due to their purported health benefits. So if you are planning a vacation, why ...

The Louisiana Coast Comes Back Strong After Massive Oil Spill

The coast of Louisiana—an area that is no stranger to disasters (a hurricane strikes about once every three years)—has many animals, industries and vibrant people that call it home. But in April of 2010, thi...

Classic Tourist Destinations That Still Manage To Impress Mightily

Before you arrive at any major tourist destination, event or monument you face the prospect that what you’ll see and experience will, or will not, meet your expectations. However, there are a few places in the ...

The New ASUS VivoBook S15 Laptop Series: Stylish Performance

In a world of black and white and shades of grey, it's nice to see this new line of laptops from ASUS bursting through with a range of stylish colour. If you're looking for a all purpose, high performance to pr...

The Brewers Plate Celebrates Fine Food And Craft Beer With A Twist Of Rock

It’s time to #RockThePlate! The 10th edition of the Brewers Plate will be rocking on Thursday, May 4th in the Corus Quay building overlooking the Toronto harbour. A celebration of locally brewed craft beer a...

Amazing Marathon Destinations Around The World

This year marks the 120th year of the first contemporary marathon race. When it comes to running, there are no boundaries or language barriers. In fact, many places around the world host marathons that aim to ...

The Ultimate Guide To Buying Your First DSLR Camera

Decisions, decisions…time to get serious and really have fun with photography for work or as a hobby Recently I decided it was time to get a proper camera. A number of point and shoot digital cameras from Koda...

5 Tips From Colin Cowie For Planning The Perfect Holiday Party

As the holidays inch closer you can’t help but look forward to the freedom of enjoying a break from work, not to mention lots of decadent food, special cocktails and eggnog (not really). It’s time for the ...

Virtual Reality Is Here: The Hottest VR Gadgets Of 2017

If we’re going to be honest, 2016 failed to live up to the initial giddy promise for virtual reality technology and quality content, and a lot of first-timers quickly lost interest. A year and a half on however...

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