March 10th, 2010
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Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries: Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium.
Lithium Polymer is the most recent type and applies the latest technology in DC power. This type of battery is light in weight and will not explode even if pierced. The battery elements are enclosed in platic pouches and do not have memory defects. They last about 50 times longer than Nickel Metal [...] Continue Reading…
March 10th, 2010
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GPS or Global Positioning Systems is a term that most commonly conjures up images of vehicle navigation systems, space-age satellite technology, and interactive maps for outdoors-types and sportsmen. But the reality is that there are far more applications of Global Positioning Systems beyond GPS vehicle tracking or map navigation that everyday people like us can benefit from. All it takes is a bit of creativity, and some trial and error. Here are a few of the many possibilities that can benefit you right now in your busy and hectic [...] Continue Reading…
March 10th, 2010
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1. What’s the difference between analog and digital phones?
Analog phones operate on an older and less effective technology. This technology doesn’t scale well and is more costly. Analog service is not compatible with numerous new features. Digital phones are lighter and more compact and have a longer battery life. When you are inside of a calling area the quality is better than analog. Digital phones support new features like caller ID, text messaging or wireless internet services.
2. What is a Dual Band Phone?
A Dual band phone is a phone [...] Continue Reading…
March 4th, 2010
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KFC
Honey BBQ Wings
Once a regular menu item, these sweet, saucy wings are now added to the KFC menu on a “limited-time-only” basis in many markets. So how are we to get that sticky sauce all over our faces and hands during those many months when we’re cruelly denied our [...] Continue Reading…
March 4th, 2010
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McDonald’s® ORIGINAL Milkshakes!
The milkshakes were changed in the early 80’s to reduce the fat content and calories. These McDonald’s shakes are how they tasted from the 50’s
through the 70’s. Back then the straw would sometimes collapse because the shakes were so thick. ENJOY!
McDonald’s Milkshakes
SPECIAL TOOLS:
I suggest getting an Hamilton Beach DRINK-MASTER. It is a consumer version of the multi-mixer’s Ray Kroc used to sell to the McDonald brothers.
(or… a blender works O.K.)
Vanilla Shake
2 cups vanilla ice cream
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup half & half
3 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
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