Let’s catch a glimpse of the latest inventions this year.

Parallels lets you use desktop apps on your phone

You'd think most applications would have created a mobile app by now — but many companies still use desktop apps exclusively. Now Parallels Access lets you access them on your smartphone. All you need to do is download the app, then connect Parallels' Applification™ to your computer, so you can access important files and other apps with a single click. You can easily use your apps in full-screen mode, using intuitive(直观的) touch controls to work faster than before.

Usually,Parallels Access is $19.99, but you can get it now for $9.99.

Take your lighting to the next level with this smart switch

You probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your home’s lighting, but it’s important: the way that you control your lighting affects the environment (and your electric bill).

This WiFi wall switch is controlled via a companion app on your smartphone, so you can control connected lights or ceiling fans from anywhere.

Usually, the Meross WiFi Wall Light Switch costs $45.99, but right now it’s on sale for $39.99 .

Shoot beautifully clear videos with this smartphone gimbal

If you're interested in shooting professional-quality videos and photos, you don't have to spend a fortune to take a beautifully composed shot: just use this Rigiet Smartphone Gimbal instead.

A gimbal is a support for your camera (in this case, your smartphone) that allows it to pivot（移动）, and automatically detect and adjust to the position that you want to film in. Unlike any other camera hardware you might own, this one comes with its own accompanying app.

Usually, this Rigiet Smartphone Gimbal is $269, but you can get it now for $109.99.

The Big Picture Photo Contest

What on Earth have you photographed? The annual BigPicture: Natural World Photography Competition encourages little photographers from around the world to contribute their work to this photo competition that will both celebrate and display the rich diversity of life on Earth and inspire action to protect the environment through the power of imagery. It has been held since 1991 and has received more than 3 million entries from children in over 100 countries. The winning images are exhibited at one of the most famous science institutions in the world in San Francisco, California, the USA.

Theme

“Life and the Environment”

Contest Prizes:

$12,000 in cash prizes to be awarded to the winners: The Grand Prize winner will receive $5,000 for the best overall image and be featured in the annual exhibit at the California Academy of Sciences (December 26 - December 31,2019). The first place winners of the seven official categories will each receive $1,000 in cash and also have their winning images featured in the annual exhibit. Up to 6 additional finalists will be awarded a certificate of recognition for each category.

Eligibility (参赛资格)

Children between the ages of 6 and 14 years. Only hard copies of photos will be accepted. Full name, age (day, month and year), sex and full address including phone number and e-mail must be on the back of the photo.

E-mail: BigPicture@hottail.com

Telephone

0440-321-8356

Limit

You can submit more than one entry.

Entry Fee

$5 for one single image submission in any category.

Copyright

Note that by entering the competition, you have assigned copyright of your photo(s) to the organizers. The photo (s) will not be returned and will be used to raise environmental awareness through exhibitions, websites, posters, publications, etc. and to raise funds to further promote environmental activities by children.

Deadline

October 01, 2019.

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TRANSPORTATION

Airport shuttle

Fee: $ 24 per person one way

Hours of operation: 24 hours

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Fee: $ 30-50

Hours of operation: 24 hours

Travel Time: 30-45 minutes

United Cab

Fee: $40-50, depending on the number of guests and luggage

Tel: (504)522-9771

ROOMS

Guest Room

32 Square Meters

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Sheraton Club Room

32 Square Meters

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39 Square Meters

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