Tandem is a Hybrid Vacuum Cleaner and Steam Cleaner

tandemGO-VAPOR announced the release of a new steam cleaner slash vacuum cleaner. It is a hybrid appliance which they called the Reliable EnviroMate TANDEM EV1, also known as the Tandem for short. As a vacuum cleaner, the Tandem cleans upholstery and carpet. As a steam cleaner, it can sanitize kitchens and bathrooms. This combination allows people to reduce their exposure to dust mites, which can be a source of allergies.

Humans are not allergic to the dust mites themselves, but in fact, it is the feces and the skin of dust mites which cause the allergies. Some of these allergies cause asthma, congestion and problems in the skin. It is very important to vacuum away these allergy causing products, but not all vacuum cleaners have a HEPA filter cable which will hold all these products and keep them from going back in the air.

Furthermore, although some have a HEPA filter cable, these vacuum cleaners require removing the bag, which would be an avenue for release anyway. Thus the TANDEM is really good because it is a bagless apparatus. It can also do other things, like clean the grout, tile floors, children’s toys, bathrooms and kitchens, among others. Scatter rugs and auto interiors can also be cleaned.

Southwest Airlines to Merge with AirTran Holdings

southwest airlinesSouthwest Airlines will plan to purchase AirTran Holdings, in a move which is favored by a lot of people. Many also think that this is a very clever move by the Airlines, because it allows them to have access to the busiest airports in the United States, which is located in the state of Atlanta. This purchase will also allow them access to the Ronald Reagan International Airport located in Washington D.C., Logan Airport in Boston, and LaGuardia Airport located in New York.

Overall, Southwest Airlines’ purchase of AirTran Holdings will cost around 3.4 billion dollars. That includes the capitalized aircraft operating leases, indebtedness, and outstanding convertible notes of the company. Because of this announcement, the stocks of Southwest Airlines rose by more than 4 percent the morning of Monday.

Before the two companies will combine, Southwest Airlines has 34,636 employees. It has 544 aircraft, 69 cities to serve, and 461 nonstop routes. AirTran holdings serve an equal number of cities, but it is much smaller. It has 138 aircraft, 8,038 employees and with 177 nonstop routes. Now, if the plan will suffice, the combination of these two companies will mean that over 100 million customers will be served over 100 airports.

LCD TV Prices to Lower during the Holidays

lcd tvA research by the DisplaySearch firm said that the LCD TV prices will lower this holiday seasons. In fact, the data shows that the prices during the holidays will be 5 percent lower than the prices of LCD TVs last year. Furthermore, it also stated that the price will continue to fall down during the course of the last quarter of this year, until it reaches a drop of 12 percent compared to last year’s prices.

At present, the prices of LCD TV’s range from 349 to 399 dollars, and this will go down substantially to around 249 to 299 dollars by Black Friday. While the lowest price at today’s rate can go to about 300 dollars, by the holidays, the best deal can go as low as 100 dollars. These are really promising prices because of the popularity of LCD TVs.

So why are the prices falling? Well, basically, during the past 9 months the manufacturers decide they will hold the prices of the LCD TVs despite the low demand, and in fact, some of them decided to raise the price because of added functionalities such as internet access on TV. However, they now realized that they needed to raise prices. They can’t wait for the demand anymore, they need to bring themselves to where demand is best, and that is by lowering prices.

Play Scrabble in Kindle for 5 Dollars

kindleIf you are a Kindle user, you might have been bored with the main functionality of the eBook reader, which is to read eBooks, obviously. What with all the technology we are seeing on a day to day basis, sometimes we look at our Kindle and we wonder, surely this thing can do more than just allow me to read books and store all my eBooks, although it does an extremely good job doing it.

Worry no more, and be bored no more for that matter, because for 5 dollars, you can now play Scrabble in your Kindle. Amazon said that they already have a software development kit for the Kindle, which will transform it into something more like a tablet computer, with applications and stuff. Kindle is calling out for programmers to invent applications for the e book reader.

Kindle is not the first eBook reader ever invented, but it is the first to introduce eBook readers to the main stream. EBook readers are a household name because of the Kindle, and today, it may have more rivals, and people may have more options, but still, the Kindle continues to be number one in the list of best eBook readers.

Kristen Stewart Uncomfortable with Robert Pattinson’s Closeness with Agent

kristine stewartRobert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart are an item, but they never admitted this in public. We just know that they are, because the evidence Is everywhere. They were caught doing what couples do, and that is be sweet to each other. In fact, the two are found kissing in Montreal. Other clues include when the two frequently visit each other as they individually set out to filming their own up and coming movies; for Robert Pattinson, it’s “Water for Elephants”, and for Kristen Stewart, it’s “On the Road”.

However, their relationship has already been tested on numerous occasions by various reasons. For example, the paparazzi has been getting under their skin lately, and they can’t seem to stay in one place for too long together without being mobbed by fans who want to ruin their private lives, whether intentionally or not. But it’s not always about the paparazzi, media and fans.

The latest test for the couple is a potential third party in the name of Stephanie Ritz. Stephanie is Robert Pattinson’s agent, and much older than him, but Kristen Stewart is uncomfortable around the two of them because they seem to be really close. However, Robert said that he treats Ritz as a part of his family, and that explains the closeness. Kristen need not be worried.

US Home Sales Stabilize for August, Avis Extends Battle over Dollar Thrifty

avisAccording to the latest reports, the home sales of the United States have stabilized for the month of August. This is good news because last July, home sales went down significantly.  In fact, there is a 7.6 increase in home sales for the month of August compared to the previous month; this amounts to 4.13 million seasonally adjusted sales. However, compared to August of 2009, sales were down by 19 percent.

This was expected by the analysts. On the contrary, sales for the month of July were unexpected, because the analysts did not anticipate the tax credit expiration for home buyers. Because of this event, the sales for the month of July were lowest in 15 years.

In other news, the battle for the auto rental firm Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group continues as Avis strikes back against its opponent, Hertz Global Holdings. Avis increased its offer to 45.79 dollars per share from 40.75 dollars per share in its previous offer. This was announced a few weeks after Hertz and Dollar Thrifty stated that they had agreed upon a deal.

This deal was worth 1.4 billion dollars or 50 dollars per share. Avis was disappointed because of the lack of communication Dollar Thrifty was giving them.

GE goes Green with its Refrigerators

gelike many other companies in the world today, General Electric, one of the leading appliance companies worldwide, has shifted its attention towards making greener appliances, particularly refrigerators. Now, people who choose to buy from their company will not only be able to use green refrigerators which contribute to reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, they will also be able to enjoy the features and benefits of modern day refrigerators.

This move has a lot to do with the EPA, or the Environmental Protection Agency, which has requested GE to use a safer refrigerant in the form of isobutane in all its products. The EPA has approved a proposed rule stating that isobutane is safe for use in household refrigerators, and GE has earlier filed a petition that it will support the move to look for alternatives to previous substances which are already banned for use because of their harmful effects on the ozone layer.

The good thing about isobutane is that it is not a Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC)-based refrigerant which is commonly used in the United States and ironically very harmful to the environment. The use of isobutane by GE will mark the first time that refrigerators in the US will use a Hydrocarbon refrigerant in isobutane.

Sonos Introduces the Wireless Dock

sonsoSonos introduced its Wireless Dock at the recently concluded CEDIA conference. It is a new accessory for the iPhone or iPod which makes the listening experience even more thrilling and fulfilling. What it does is basically dock an iPhone or iPod and then allows it to play music through speakers within the room by connecting wirelessly to those speakers. As such, it is an accessory for the Multi-Room Music System of the Sonos company.

It is not only for the iPod, but of course since the iPod is the most popular, most favored, and perhaps the best music player in the world today, the device is pretty much compatible with Apple’s prized gadgets. This Wireless Dock is a minor accessory from a relative point of view, but it is really a great addition for the Sonos gadgets and system of gadgets.

So, how does the wireless Dock works? First of all, you need to have a dock, and then have several modules, as many as you want, then all of these modules are connected to a Wi-Fi network which will be responsible for streaming the music all over your house. This device was originally a PC only device, but now, it was really wise for the company to make it Apple compatible.

Robert Pattinson Participates in Charity Auction

robert pattinsonRobert Pattinson has agreed to participate in an auction, and the winner of that auction will have the once in a life time chance to not only meet the hot British star, but also to talk to him and get to know him a lot better than most people who would die to have such an opportunity. So what is the reason for this auction? Well, the winner of this auction will also have the chance to participate in the very philanthropic behavior of donating to charity.

This was held in an auction site, but Robert Pattinson is not the only celebrity in the list. However, so far, he is the most popular since the highest bid goes to him at 30,000 dollars. The winner of this bid will definitely get his or her money’s worth, but more probably her, if only because she would certainly be a die-hard fan, and like all die-hard fans, us regular can’t sometimes get around our heads trying to figure them out.

But seriously, the winner will also have the once in a life time chance of being in the set for Breaking Dawn part 1, an experience that will truly be cherished by any person.

Lindsay Lohan Reunites with Father

Lindsay Lohan Reunites with FatherLindsay Lohan has finally reunited with her father Michael Lohan. They met at the Californian rehabilitation clinic where the actress is receiving her treatment for drug and alcohol addiction.

One witness revealed, “It was an emotional reunion.” The witness added, “There were hugs, kisses and even a few tears when Michael and Lindsay first saw each other.”  That was a stunning and dramatic moment for the two Lohans, especially for Lindsay who turned to be a wild child and having his father be blamed due to his drug addiction also. The father and daughter met up shortly after 1 pm on Sunday at California’s Betty Ford Center rehabilitation clinic.

The witness further confessed that Lindsay met Michael at Betty Ford and the pair spent hours together, and it was not a fleeting encounter. The two Lohans also went shopping at a local Palm Desert mall, where they were walking side by side, and at one point were seen entering a jewelry shop.

Moreover, when Michael Lohan was asked about his meeting-up with his daughter, he just stated, “I have pledged not to comment about anything relating to my daughter.” He further added, “However, what I will say is that I am an incredibly proud father tonight. My daughter is progressing extraordinarily well.” The meeting-up of Lindsay and her father was said to be an invitation from the actress.

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