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Etymotic ER4 XR earphones review

Do you consider yourself an audiophile? If you do, then you are familiar with Etymotic. If you’re not that interested in sound quality over musical content, then Etymotic will probably mean nothing, even though they’ve been around for over 30 years. In fact, Etymotic invented in-ear earphones for hearing testing, only later to be used for music listening. Although there have been periodic upgrades, the basic technology of their ER4 XR earphones has remained unchanged over all these years. The question is: Do they hold up in the ever-changing world of headphones/earphones?

What is it?

The Etymotic ER4 XR is a small (and I mean small) single-armature earphone designed to be extremely accurate, even if that might be off-putting for many. However, it’s this accuracy that audiophiles crave. I will explain what I mean in the Design and features section. 

Specs

  • Frequency response: 20 Hz-16 kHz
  • High performance, balanced armature micro-drivers
  • Noise isolation: 35-42 dB
  • Impedance: 45 Ohms
  • Maximum output: 122 dB
  • 5 ft detachable cable
  • User Replaceable Filters
  • Custom-fit option available

What’s in the box 

  • ER4 XR earphones
  • Ear tips: 2 pairs standard 3-flange (1 set installed on the earphones), 2 pairs large 3-flange, and 2 pairs large black foam ear tips.
  • Filter removal tool and replacement filters
  • Shirt clip
  • ¼” stereo phone adaptor
  • Performance certificate
  • Deluxe zippered storage case.

Design and features

According to Etymotic, the ER4 XR earphones were the first high-fidelity, noise isolating in-ear earphones to use armature technology. So what is an armature? Picture a normal speaker that you see everywhere. It’s round and it’s placed in a box of some kind. It vibrates when an electrical current is sent to it and that’s what you hear. That’s not an armature speaker, but a dynamic design. An armature looks nothing like a dynamic speaker. It’s a tiny, metal box-shaped element that uses magnets and such to make vibrations to make sound. Because it’s so small, it’s used in many hearing aids. The advantage (besides size) of armature is that this design is quite accurate at sound reproduction—usually better than dynamic. The disadvantage of armature is bass—or perceived lack of it. When I say perceived, I mean that bass is present, but it’s a more accurate bass that’s not overly enhanced. Here’s a tidbit: Most people like boosted bass in their music, even if they don’t know it or refuse to admit it. Heck, even I appreciate bass that’s been boosted just a bit. Armatures don’t boost bass—unless they are tuned to do just that. Music sounds closer to what the artist and engineers heard in the studio as opposed to what you might hear in your car. Note that this explanation is way oversimplified. Even though there are exceptions, for this review, I’m sticking to generalities.

Up until recently, Etymotic earphones didn’t boost bass. That changed with the ER4 XR earphones. XR stands for Extended Response—extended bass.

The ER4 XR earphones Etymotic’s top-of-the-line. Because they are so small and weigh almost nothing, you might think that that they simply can’t be worth what they cost. You would be wrong to think that. Etymotic goes a long way to ensure that what you hear with the ER4 XR earphones is what the artist intended—and that ain’t an easy thing to do. Armature speakers are difficult to design and manufacture, but Etymotic goes a few steps further. Each ER4 XR earphone is individually tweaked and matched to the other so that the left and right earphone are as identical as humanly possible. As a comparison, the ER4 XR’s less expensive cousin, the ER3 XR earphones don’t get this labor-intensive treatment. Can you hear the difference and is that difference worth the EX4 XR’s extra cost? That’s a tricky question. I will answer it at the end of this review.

The ER4 XR earphones come with more accessories than other Etymotic earphones. Included are more ear tip choices. Along with different-sized silicone “tree-shaped” ear tips are old-style foam tips that need to be squeezed before being placed inside the ear canal where they then expand, almost totally blocking any outside noise. It’s eerie how quiet it is with foam tips. Keep in mind that this is passive noise canceling, not active—which requires batteries, circuitry and all kinds of audio tech. Passive noise canceling also does not change audio quality at all—unlike active.

Also included is a large-ish hard case that will hold everything with room to spare. Inside the case are small zippered pockets that hold the ear tips, a shirt clip, a 1/8 in. to 1/4 in stereo adapter and a filter remover with 4 extra green filters. These filters are almost microscopic. Its purpose is to smooth out the frequencies and keep ear wax out of the earphone. There’s also a smaller soft case included for travel if the hard case is too big. You just won’t have room for anything other than the earphones.

One newer innovation that Etymotic has incorporated in the ER4 XR is removable cords. They use the standard MMCX connector. If that formerly beloved pet chews up your cord, it’s cheaper to replace a cord than the entire earphone!

The trick to wearing earphones like the ER4 XR is to push them as deep into the ear as is comfortable. If you do not like anything inside your ear, the ER4 XR (or any other earphone) is not for you. Once inserted, the earphone does its magic with terrific sound reproduction that’s limited only by the music source and the quality of your player. In other words, the better your equipment, the better the sound. It’s that simple. Having said that, I’ve mostly been connecting the ER4 XR to my iPhone with its silly lightning dongle. Lately, I’ve been trying out the new Qubuz hi-res player app and it’s impressive with its built-in hi-res streaming. 

Even though the ER4 XR earphones are sized and built for commuting or portable use, they can easily be used for serious, at-home listening because they are that good. In fact, I encourage doing just that to get the full benefit from them.

The ER4 XR earphones are all black and quite narrow, which allows for deeper insertion. The cords coming from the left and right earphone are twisted, but the main cord is not. This is puzzling because the ER4 XR earphones exhibit quite a bit of microphonics— that loud, distracting noise you hear when the cord scrapes against clothing or is tapped. Twisted cables can diminish this. I also wrap the cord up and behind my ears which helps quite a bit. I admit microphonics doesn’t bother me all that much, but it does irritate some people. 

As I’ve said, the ER4 XR earphones are made for accuracy, but until now, I neglected to say they as far as Etymotic is concerned, these are their boosted bass models. I’m not kidding. Etymotic makes an ER4 SR model (same price) with even less bass! I figure that the SR version is made for strictly hard-core audiophiles, which is why I went for the XR version. 

It’s impossible to talk about audio quality without this caveat: If you consider yourself a bass head, look elsewhere. You will be incredibly disappointed with the ER4 XR earphones—or any other Etymotic earphones for that matter. But if you’re curious about how accurate an earphone can be and are willing to keep an open mind (and ears), you may be surprised by the ER4 XRs. Here’s an interesting trick: Use the ER4 XRs for a couple of weeks and then go back to your previous earphones. You may find that they are now muffled and a bit sloppy sounding. The audio quality of the Etymotics can sneak up on you, meaning you my not notice how good they are until you return to your original earphones.

Another benefit to listening with the ER4 XR earphones is how they tame many modern recordings with their ridiculous amount of bass. Maybe it’s my age, but I have issues with some modern songs pushing the bass so far into the front that the song will either be unlistenable or induce a headache. The ER4 XR earphones are a perfect antidote for this. 

Whether it’s classic rock or someone like Massive Attack, the ER4 XR earphones bring out things in a particular song that you’ve either missed or just can’t hear with other earphones. Understand, however, if your music collection consists of lower resolution MP3 songs, the armature speakers inside the ER4 XR earphones won’t improve them. That’s not their job. They can only accurately expose what’s there, both good—and bad.

I spoke earlier about the audio difference between the ER4 XR and the less expensive—but identical looking—ER3 XR earphones. The ER4 XR earphones come with a certificate of Performance. This frequency testing chart makes sure that both the left and right earphone match as close as possible. Each certificate is signed and dated by an Etymotic audio expert. Yes, the ER4 XRs sound a bit more detailed, but I really had to concentrate to notice the difference. The question is: Are the differences between the ER4 XR and ER3 XR earphones worth over $150? Here’s what I recommend. Buy the ER3 XR earphones and use them for a few months. If you’re happy with them, great! If you feel there might be a bit more to what you’re hearing, then spring for the ER4 XR model knowing the difference will be subtle, but noticeable. It’s a win no matter what.     

What I like

  • Size—how small they are
  • Audio quality
  • Isolation
  • Build quality

What needs to be improved

  • Expensive
  • Even a touch more bass would be welcome
  • The necessity for deep insertion is not for everyone

Final Thoughts

Etymotic first designed the ER4 series of earphones almost 30 years ago and they are still going strong with relatively few adjustments and improvements. That says a lot. 

Price: $349 US
Where to buy: Amazon
Source: The sample for this product was provided by Etymotic.

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SNAP! Grip Bluetooth Shutter Grip with Phone Case Review

REVIEW – As a frequent hiker and nature enthusiast, I always take my Canon camera with me to capture the great views and wildlife that is abundant here in Colorado. The problem we run into, especially on more challenging hikes, is that the camera bag and lenses really add a lot weight and sometimes affect whether we attempt a particular hike. Also, I’ve found taking pictures with the iphone isn’t always really ergonomic and I tend to drop my phone quite a bit trying to get the right shot, what can I say I’m a little clumsy. When I got the opportunity to review the SNAP! Grip Bluetooth Shutter, I thought this could be the perfect way to use my iphone and ditch the heavy camera and bag.

What is it?

The SNAP! is an attachment to your phone that has a manual trigger to allow you to grip the phone as you would a camera and trigger a photo. Additionally, it is a Bluetooth connection that allows you to set up your phone and then take a picture from a distance using a remote control. It is standard tripod compatible as well. Finally, you can use it with a clamp that fits most phones or in conjunction with a SNAP! phone case that has an intrinsic mount.

What’s in the box?

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  • Product Brochure
  • SNAP! Grip
  • Screwdriver
  • Battery
  • Optional Clamp
  • Accessory Bag
  • Optional Purchase: SNAP! Case with Intrinsic Mount (shown below)

Design and features

The SNAP! Grip has a sleek and minimalist design. Very straight forward with a removal button on the grip that slides out and can be taken with you to snap pictures from a distance via the Bluetooth connection.

Setup

With either the case or the clamp, you simply put the grip over the bracket and screw down the wheel to attach the grip. With the case that was provided, you did need to remove a protective cover to access the bracket. Simply hold down the trigger for about 3-5 seconds until a green led flashes, then go into your Bluetooth pairing settings to get the grip paired to your phone. To remove the grip, simply hold the phone upside down and undo the screw mechanism to release.

This is the bracket on the SNAP case.

Here is the grip mounted on the bracket.

Final mounting and setting up of the case with grip.

The grip will mount on any standard tripod, here it is attached to a mini-tripod.

Here is the clamp, this has been put on my wife’s iphone 7.

And here’s the grip attached to clamp.

Finally, here is the phone mounted to a tripod with the Bluetooth remote control removed and ready for taking pictures away from the camera.

Performance

Once you open up your camera app, you just need to point and click the trigger, which I found was a much more natural physical movement than trying to hit the shutter button or volume down button on the side of my iPhone X. I also found it great when trying to take a selfie, as it gives you something extra to hold onto and again the easy trigger button.

There is really one area that could use improvement and that is the functionality of the Bluetooth connection and execution. Many times when opening the phone and camera app, I would line up the photo but when I clicked the trigger button, it would just turn up the volume on the phone each time I clicked. There was nothing in the manual about how to fix this issue, and it was random when it resolved and let you resume taking pictures. The other issue with the Bluetooth was when switching between camera and anything involving the keyboard. I would try to forward an image or switch to respond to a text message and the keyboard would not be available. The manual said to simply click the button again but this did not work in several attempts to fix. It becomes frustrating and I found the best actual fix was to switch off Bluetooth altogether on my phone, then turn it back on when I wanted to resume taking pictures.

What I like

  • Easy Bluetooth connection
  • Natural grip that turns the phone into the feel of a point-and-click camera
  • Tripod mount and remote control feature really help take group photos or get yourself set up for a distance photo to capture a scene.
  • Clamp on or case mounting bracket is easy to use and attach, nothing complicated about this device.

What needs to be improved

  • Bluetooth functionality needs some work in conjunction with other features on phone.
  • Does get a bit bulky trying to carry in pocket with grip attached. Need to have either large pockets or be prepared to take the grip off when not in use.

Final thoughts

Overall I was very impressed with the SNAP! Grip. It performed as intended while allowing us to go on a hike without having to lug around our heavy backpack. The iPhone camera is high enough quality that the downgrade from Canon to a phone camera isn’t the worst tradeoff, so I will be taking this grip with me on many future adventures. With a few software improvements on the Bluetooth function, I would be even more enthusiastic about this product. For the casual photographer or for those who only use their phones to take pictures, this adds some real value and makes it much easier to take pictures. Additionally, there are a multitude of add-ons available in the product brochure for lenses and additional accessories if you’re a serious photographer and want to get more creative with the phone camera. While I tested this solely on iPhone devices, it is also Android compatible with the clamp feature.

Price: $44.99 – this includes the clamp feature. It will cost more with the phone case included, as can be found on Amazon for $66.99 – this was the product package I received for review.
Where to buy: bitplay website or Amazon.
Source: The sample of this product was provided by bitplay.

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Humixx Tablet Stand review

REVIEW – Albert Einstein is reported to have said, “Everything should be made as simple as possible, but no simpler.”  The idea behind this aphorism is to make something complex as simple as it can be without losing its essence.  I don’t know whether or not Humixx is an Einstein fan, but they’ve certainly created a tablet stand with a philosophy of simplicity.  Even the top of the box says, “It is simplicity rather than luxury.”  If you’re looking for a simple and yet sturdy stand to hold your tablet or phone, Humixx has a gadget for you.

What is it?

The Humixx Tablet Stand is an adjustable stand for holding your tablet, your phone, and other smallish items.

What’s in the box?

  • The stand
  • A customer care card
  • A manual

Hardware specs

The stand is made of aluminum, thus allowing it to remain light (only 14 ounces) while still being strong.

Setup

Setup is as simple as it gets.  I removed the packaging, unfolded the stand, and I was done!  There’s a manual with step-by-step instructions, but I didn’t bother reading it.  The customer care card suggests that if I have a problem, I can send an email to their Hotmail address (Hotmail?  In 2019?).  If I’m happy, they ask that I add a review on Amazon.

Design and features

My wife and I each have an iPad and an iPhone, so we take turns using the stand.  My favorite place to use it is at the kitchen table.  I can watch a Dota match on Twitch while eating messy food that requires both hands, like wings or burritos.  I also use it to hold my iPhone next to my computer for those days when I get too many texts while working.

My wife uses it in the kitchen but while she’s cooking.  Sometimes she uses with Paprika, an iPad app that displays her recipes, but most of the time she simply has Netflix going with a movie.

My wife teaches English as a Second Language (ESL) classes online, and she often needs her iPad’s screen as well as her computer.  The stand is a perfect way to position the screen for readability.  As a bonus, the notch in the bottom of the stand allows for her iPad to be charging while she’s using it.

Humixx’s stand folds up nice and neat, perfect for tossing into a backpack when you need to take it with you.

It also has a hole in the back of the stand, a nice touch for helping with cable management.

Along the bottom, where it holds the tablet, Humixx has thoughtfully added rubber strips to protect the tablet from getting scratched.

What I like

  • Lightweight
  • Sturdy
  • Flexible

What needs to be improved

  • Nothing

Final thoughts

This stand does everything that it needs to do without sacrificing anything.  I am super happy with it, and I’m certain that it will have a useful place in our home for a long time.

Price:  $19.99
Where to buy:  Amazon
Source:  The sample for this review was provided by Humixx.

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Xcentz universal travel adapter review

REVIEW – World travelers are exposed to different cultures, languages, food, sights, and AC power plugs and sockets. The Xcentz universal travel adapter makes dealing with different types of plugs and sockets more convenient. As a bonus, this device has three USB-A ports and a USB-C port. Read on to see what I think!

What is it?

The Xcentz universal travel adapter permits cross connecting plugs from different regions so that the pins will align and current will flow through the adapter. The adapter does not convert voltage or adjust frequency, so travelers must be cautious about using dual voltage electronics and electronics that are not sensitive to variation in AC frequency. The adapter has two parts: a type C/E/F plug that adapts to various countries, and an adaptor that plugs into various outlets, powers the three USB-A and one USB-C power adapters, and also has a type F outlet on the back. The description of the type of outlet is based on the designation provided by the IEC. The different type of plugs and the countries/geographies where the plugs are used are listed on the following table.

Type Country/Geography
A North and Central America, Japan
B North and Central America, Japan
C Europe, with the exception of the UK, Ireland, Cyprus and Malta
D India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Namibia
E France, Belgium, Slovakia, and Tunisia among others
F Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Spain among others
G UK, Ireland, Cyprus, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong
H Israel
I Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Argentina
J Switzerland and Lichtenstein
K Denmark and Greenland
L Italy
M South Africa, Swaziland, Lesotho
N Brazil
O Thailand

The adapter fits into:

Type Country/Geography
B North and Central America, Japan
D India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Namibia
E France, Belgium, Slovakia, and Tunisia among others
F Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Spain among others
G UK, Ireland, Cyprus, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong
H Israel
I Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Argentina
K Denmark and Greenland
O Thailand

Plugs from these countries fit into the adapter:

Type Country/Geography
A North and Central America, Japan
B North and Central America, Japan
C Europe, with the exception of the UK, Ireland, Cyprus and Malta
E France, Belgium, Slovakia, and Tunisia among others
F Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Spain among others
G UK, Ireland, Cyprus, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong
I Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Argentina
J Switzerland and Lichtenstein
L Italy
N Brazil

Not every plug is supported in each country, but according to the IEC, only Lesotho and Swaziland do not support at least one of the adapters available on this device. Special adapters for these South African countries should be locally available.

What’s in the box?

  • travel adapter
  • owner’s guide

Hardware specs

AC Input: 100-250 V 50-60 Hz 10 A (EU Plug 16 A)

AC Output: 100-250 V 50-60 Hz 10 A (EU Plug 16 A)

USB-A Output: 5 V ⎓ 2.4 A (Max 2.4 A Per Port)

USB-C Output:

PD: 5 V ⎓ 3 A / 9V ⎓ 2 A / 12 V ⎓ 1.5 A
QC: 3.6-6 V ⎓ 3 A / 6-9 V ⎓ 2 A / 9-12 V ⎓ 1.5 A

USB ports: 4 Ports

USB Power: 30 W

AC Power 110 V-1100 W/230 V-230o W (EU Plug 230 V-3680 W )

Size: 2.7 x 1.9 x 2.6 in

Weight:  7.1 oz

Note: This adapter does not convert voltage (AC-AC)

Design and features

Unboxing

The Xcentz universal travel adapter comes in a matte white telescoping box, similar to an iPhone. The stylized Xcentz “X” is printed on the top in glossy black ink and the corporate slogan “The tech that gets you.” is printed on the side along with designed in California and the company website.

Opening the box reveals the adaptor inside with a warning sticker mounted to the front. The sticker reads:

This adapter does NOT convert voltage.

Do NOT use with hair dryers!

Check integrated fuse if the adapter stopped working.

Design

The Xcentz universal travel adapter is made from a soft touch plastic and is available in pink, cyan, and black. The odd colors seem to me to be the best choices as they seem out of place in a hotel room (except in Key West or the Cote d’Azur) and less likely to be left behind. In the US, the adapter does not block the adjacent outlet on top of a receptacle. Most of the other countries the adapter can plug into have larger spacing between adjacent receptacles.

As described above, the adapter has a two-part design: a part that is an adapter from a Type E or F plug to Type A, B, C, D, E, F, G, I, J, L and N,  and the part that is a charger and plugs into Type B, D, E, F, G, H, I, K, and O. The parts connect with a Type F plug/outlet. The two-part design of the unit permits it to be slightly smaller than comparable adapters that use four sliding sets of pins rather than this unit’s three sliding set of pins. However, this design sacrifices the ability to use this adapter as a USB charger and an adapter for plugs other than from countries that support the type C, E, or F plugs. This shortcoming may be overcome if a powerstrip (in the desired outlet specification) is used between the adapter part and the charger part. In the picture below there is another adapter (in grey plastic with a black and red sticker on top) that converts the US plug to a European one. This simulates a European outlet. The cyan adapter part plugs into this and allows me to install a US power strip into the adapter and the charger into the strip. If I plugged the charger directly into the adapter, then the only plug available to me would be the Type F plug at the rear of the charger.  I recommend that any traveler bring a powerstrip when staying in locations where there are foreign AC power plugs and sockets. That way one adapter can meet the needs of several electronic devices.

Because the rear of the charger has a built-in Type F outlet, which is symmetrical, the adapter part may be inserted either normally or upside-down to best orient the connected plug. This is convenient in countries where many of the plugs are mounted perpendicular to the cord. However, this also somewhat dangerous, since in this arrangement the live and neutral wires are crisscrossed and anything that is designed with a single throw switch may still be energized while turned off, and any neutral fault will result in an electrocution risk. For safety sake, the adapter part should be inserted into the charger like it is in the picture below in North and Central America and Japan. In other countries, it should be inserted in the opposite direction. Why? Because the adapter slide mechanism reverses the live and neutral on the US plug.

The adapter part has shutters on the pin receptacles to reduce the chance that foreign objects are inserted into an area carrying current. Note that the ground does not have shutters but this is typical. The charger part has shutters on the Type F outlet as well. The sliders which extend the selected pins on the charger part are each interlocked so only one set of pins can be exposed at a time. When not in use, all the pins can be retracted into the unit, protecting other things that the unit is packed with from getting jabbed at by the exposed pins.

The charger has a dimly lit blue LED to indicate charger power. The ports are located along the bottom so there will be some fishing around for the correct alignment and orientation, but this is more of a shortcoming of the USB-A standard than the adapter. The USB-A ports are 2.4 A max draw and the USB-C port is an 18 W max draw. There is a total of 30 W shared by all of the ports. The USB-C port supports power delivery (PD) but only as a supply. In other words, the charger cannot be run off of power supplied to the PD port.

In order to use the USB-C port, you will need a cable with USB-C on one end or a USB-C to female USB-A adapter. The spacing of the USB-C port is far enough away that a USB-C to female USB-A adapter (or at least the one I have) will not block the adjacent USB-A ports.

The charger also has an overcurrent thermal relay for the AC power. This feature provides peace of mind that the electronics being powered will not cause a hazardous condition. This is important because the charger is rated for 10 A but the EU plug can generally draw 16 A (depending what it is connected to).

Performance

I used the Xcentz universal travel adapter with an iPhone 8, Android (LeEco Le Pro3) with Quick Charge, iPad 9.7″ 6th Gen., J7-t safety tester and a Drok USB intelligent electronic load.

The charger supplied a max of 2.41 A at 4.7 V (11.3 W) to the USB-A ports and up to 15.8 W on the USB-C ports. The USB-C may provide more power but that is all my phone needed at the moment and my simulated load tuckers out at 15.5 W. When two or more items are plugged in the charger tends to load balance across all the loads. When I plugged the LeEco Le Pro into the USB-C the amperage and voltage changed dynamically according to the Quick Charge requirements.

What I like

  • includes thermal relay
  • state of the art charging options

What needs to be improved

  • Adapter and charger usage in European countries needs a powerstrip or similar item
  • Adapter part should indicate “TOP USA” and “TOP UK/AUS/CN” so Type F live and neutral wiring is not crisscrossed.

Final thoughts

When traveling, two of the most often needed items are a power adapter and a USB charger. Combining these items into one gadget seems only logical. The device is only slightly larger than comparable devices that include a charger and a pass-through AC outlet. The Xcentz also costs about as much as those other designs but gives the added benefit of world compatibility. I recommend you take this on your next trip.

Price: $29.99. $19.99 with promo code XCENTZS11 through April 20, 2019.
Where to buy: Xcentz
Source: The sample of this product was provided by Xcentz.

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Motiv smart ring, Pluto pillow, and more – Review updates

REVIEW – Today we have three quick review updates for products that were reviewed in the last year. These quick updates are an easy way to see how some of the products that we review hold up over time. Updates give you some insight into the types of products that the Gadgeteer team likes to use on a regular basis. Click through to see a list of the reviews that have been recently updated. Scroll down to the bottom to read the latest update entries.

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