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How Social Media is Affecting the News
A new report from Pew shows that while the news industry has lost more than a third of its newsroom jobs in traditional media, there are now more than 5000 jobs in digital news. 3,000 of these positions are at 30 big digital-only news outlets. The report covers five aspects of the relationship between social and news:
Social Media as a Pathway to News.
Facebook is the clear winner here. Roughly two-thirds (64%) of U.S. adults use Facebook and half of those users get news there — amounting to 30% of the general population. So much for the idea of abandoning Facebook due to low organic reach. If you are a publisher ( news or blog), or you want traffic to your newsroom, Facebook is still your best bet. You may have to figure out ways to increase your reach or pay for news feed ads, but your audience is there.
YouTube comes in second as a source of news traffic. About half of Americans use the site and a fifth of them get news there – that's 10% of the adult population.
Next is Twitter. They reach 16% of Americans and half of those users say they get news there, or 8% of Americans.
Reddit is used by only 3% of the U.S. population, but getting news there is a major draw–62% have gotten news from the site.
How Social Media Users Participate in News
Half of social network site users have shared news stories, images or vidoes 46% have discussed a news issue or event online. A small number are also covering the news themselves, by posting photos or videos of news events. 14% of social media users posted their own photos of news events to a social networking site, while 12% had posted videos. These citizen journalists play a role in many breaking news events.
How Social Media Users Find News
Although many people are finding news on Facebook and other social sites, search is still a major pathway to the news.
According to comScore data, visitors who go to a news media website directly spend roughly three times as long as those who wind up there through search or Facebook, and they view roughly five times as many pages per month. This higher level of engagement from direct visitors is evident whether a site's traffic is driven by search or social sharing and it has big implications for news organizations who are experimenting with digital subscriptions while endeavoring to build a loyal audience. Pew Research.
The News Experience on Facebook
The news users are exposed to on Facebook can be very varied – on average Facebook users see six news topics – the most common being entertainment news. Facebook is not a place users expect to find breaking news. Less than a third (28%) of Facebook news consumers ever use the site to keep up with a news event as it unfolds and less than half of those users would turn to Facebook first to follow breaking news. Twitter is seen as a breaking news feed.
The Impact of Social on the Discussion of News Events
Pew's research shows that contrary to the generally accepted view, social does not always feed conversation around a news topic. In fact, most people see social as a public forum and are less inclined to voice their opinions there than in person. However, there have been some recent instances where a news event has sparked a storm of social conversation. Witness the NFL debacle and the Ferguson riots.
What does all this mean for PR pros?
- You have to monitor all social media channels rigorously. If your brand is involved in a major news item it will be vital to know what is being said by whom on which channel in real-time.
- Be aware that this can cut both ways – something that blows up on social will make its way to the major news outlets very fast. Reporters are monitoring social channels for news items too.
- Provide an excellent newsroom for both the public and the media, so that if there is a breaking news item you can provide information fast in a format the media can use right away.
- Post your news to Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Reddit.
- Remember that while social is a growing pathway to news, search is still a vital source of highly engaged and interested news consumers. Your newsroom and your news content (text and visual) must be optimized for search.
Resource: SMART News: how to create branded content that gets found in search and shared on social media.
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How Social Media is Affecting the News
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How Consumers use Social Media During Purchase
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Are you still wondering just how to integrate social media into your marketing mix? "While marketers understand the importance of managing their brands online, there's still uncertainty as to the proper weight to put behind digital media channels, especially social media, to optimize return on investment," says Chip Lister, Managing Director of Radius GMR. A [...]
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The Chartered Institute of Public Relations in the UK has released their 2014 State of the Profession report. You can see the full report here One of the areas I was particularly interested in is how the profession sees their skill level. 65% say they are satisfied that they have the appropriate skills and knowledge [...]
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- Peter LaBarbera posts "one of the most amazing pieces of correspondence I have received in 20-plus years of opposing the homosexual activist agenda."
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ATLANTA, GA, September 23, 2010âItems on display in the Liberty AV booth (#2318) at this yearâs CEDIA Expo will include the Colorado Springs, Colorado-based companyâs PowerBridge in-wall power outlet relocation and cable conceal kit.
Effective, time-saving, and affordable, the PowerBridge system is designed to manage AV power in/out requirements and provide discreet cable management.
Combining the PowerBridge Solution with TrippLite Power Protection provides a great way to protect projectors and lamps , and any other expensive AV electronics that are not installed in a rack.
Utilizing one-inch recessed wall plates on both ends of the power in/out chain to facilitate close-mounting of flat-panel TVs and other components, a PowerBridge network plugs into existing power outlets or surge protectors to eliminate the need for direct wiring to a dedicated electrical circuit. Neatly concealing all wires and cables out-of-sight behind the wall, the system also includes pass-through cable management receptacles with built-in mud rings.
In-wall power junction boxes further complement the package that install in standard 2×4 or 2×6 construction walls. Employing a design made expressly for use with PowerBridge recessed wall plates, the junction boxes isolate power wires from AV cables and come complete with an easy-to-use installation template. A six-foot power cord is additionally included with each kit that plugs into an existing power outlet on one end, and PowerBridgeâs power-in receptacle on the other. Power-in receptacles can be installed up to 75 feet away from a power-out receptacle with the use of additional power connect cabling.
ETL listed and conforming to UL STD 514C, the PowerBridge system is also certified to Canadian CSA STD C22.2 NO.42.1.
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Keep your feet warm and comfortable all winter long in the easy wearing Yaktrax Men's Cozy Stripe cabin sock. With soothing comfort, these Yaktrax socks become an instant favorite while keeping your feet toasty every time they're worn. Great for lounging and fireside wear, these Yaktraxs are great in slippers and ideal as an indoor, relaxing pair of socks that become your go-to for the winter season.
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- Style: 08960, 08961, 08962
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Comfty but messy I bought these for my husband since I took advantage of the buy one, get one free. He loves them. He wears them all thetime when he's not working. He can't stand anything on his feet but he loves these. His con is the fabric that comes out the inside of the socks. He gets everywhere. November 19, 2014
Very warm and comfy Everything I expected and more especially since they were buy one get one free!! I would definitely recommend these. November 28, 2013
Best socks I have ever worn. These socks feel like heaven. I purchased 6 pairs of them. lol. This is a must have for people who enjoy being comfortable. November 26, 2013
Warm, comfortable and soft These socks are excellent. Very warm and soft even on the roughest feet. They are infused with aloe and that's a plus. Great stocking stuffers. I have given many away. November 13, 2013
Super comfortable and super warm! I bought these for my boyfriend and he loves them! The only thing that would have made them better is if they were made to go higher up his leg. November 11, 2013
TOO SMALL These socks are very soft but are too short in the ankle area for a man. November 6, 2013
he's heating up! Makes cold feet warm. Period. What else do you need to know? November 5, 2013
Like a slippers but a sock If you like slippers but prefer the ease of a sock than i would recommend this product. It doesn't seem to keep the aloe very long after washing but all in all it's a comfy, warm sock that's great for winter. October 19, 2013
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Houser Heating & Air Conditioning is a full-service heating & air conditioning company. We supply all of your HVAC system repair, maintenance & replacement needs for all makes & models of HVAC equipment. We are dedicated to providing our customers with quality service at competitive prices.
At Houser Heating & Air Conditioning, we stand behind all of our work. We guarantee your repairs are done correctly or we will remove the parts we installed & refund 100% of your money. We guarantee,.. for the next 6 months, if you have problems with the repairs from our visit, we will return & diagnose the problem at no charge. We guarantee the specific repairs on the invoice for 2 years or we will repair it again for free. We guarantee the equipment we install will perform as we stated. If, during the first 12 months after the installation, it does not heat or cool to your satisfaction, we will make it perform correctly or we will remove it & return 100% of your investment.
Our technicians will diagnose your repair needs and give you a Flat Rate Price that is the EXACT price of that repair. Before any work begins, our techs will fully explain your repair and replacement options. YOU decide what is best for YOUR home. There are NO surprises.
Our slogan says it all - "Specializing in integrity to our Customers".
We are recognized by the Better Business Bureau as an A+-rated company that you can trust. We have had no unresolved complaints against us since Houser Heating & Air began.
Houser Heating & Air sells & installs high efficiency HVAC systems using the new ozone-friendly Puron (R-410A) refrigerant. Puron, unlike many Haloalkane refrigerants, does not contribute to ozone depletion. We highly recommend & sell EnergyStar-rated equipment. We recycle all metal materials - steel, aluminum, and copper. Our technicians are EPA certified and trained in the proper handling and disposal of R-22 (Freon). All R-22 (Freon) is recovered and not released into the atmosphere.
Quick response, professional and honest service. In short, I switched on the AC, absolutely no response, I feared the worst. Mr Houser looked it over, found the problem in seconds. Quick repair,... didn't even need parts. This is my go to company from now on. I recommend this company to everyone looking for honest, professional service.VIEW MORE »VIEW LESS »
I was so impressed with Mr. Houser professional service and his personality. Before Mr. Houser came to my home, I had another company to come and check out my two units and I was told that I needed... two new units that was going to cost me $8,000.00. It was something in my spirit that did not set right. The minute Mr. Houser showed up at my home I knew this was a honest and trustworthy man. He told me that I did not needed two new units and all I had to do was to change my filters. I was a little low on Freon on my small unit. When Mr. Houser left my home, he had saved me $7,805.00. He could had tried to take the advantage of me like the previous company tried because of my lack of knowledge of this issue, but because he is a man of integrity he did the most honest thing he could. My wife and children was so please they all clapped their hands for him. Good job!VIEW MORE »VIEW LESS »
I needed to replace inefficient 2nd floor air conditioner, and I called to many companies asking about price of this, but none answered even estimation value, only answering I must to make an appointment they come in my house and estimate it. It's awful, very nonprofessional, since I need spend my time for this, when I told exactly what I need, and all tech parameters of my current system are. After calling to "Houser", I've got exactly what I asked. They answered to all my questions before scheduling estimation service, and finally the price same as they answered to my phone call. After that they have done their job very fast, high quality, and very clean for my house, covering carpet before that. I'll definitely advice to my friends Houser Heating & Air Conditioning, providing Great service for very reasonable price!
What a nice family to include as our client. We really appreciate your giving us the opportunity to take care of your A/C needs. We look forward to many great years of mutual satisfaction to come. Gary Houser... Houser Heating and A/C Inc.
Quick response, professional and honest service. In short, I switched on the AC, absolutely no response, I feared the worst. Mr Houser looked it over, found the problem in seconds. Quick repair, didn't even need parts. This is my go to company from now on. I recommend this company to everyone looking for honest, professional service.
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I was so impressed with Mr. Houser professional service and his personality. Before Mr. Houser came to my home, I had another company to come and check out my two units and I was told that I needed two new units that was going to cost me $8,000.00. It was something in my spirit that did not set right. The minute Mr. Houser showed up at my home I knew this was a honest and trustworthy man. He told me that I did not needed two new units and all I had to do was to change my filters. I was a little low on Freon on my small unit. When Mr. Houser left my home, he had saved me $7,805.00. He could had tried to take the advantage of me like the previous company tried because of my lack of knowledge of this issue, but because he is a man of integrity he did the most honest thing he could. My wife and children was so please they all clapped their hands for him. Good job!
I have read most of the reviews for Houser Heating and Air and agree with most of them. I have been with Gary since he started his company. Houser has taken care of all of the air conditioners (2) and gas heaters (2) since I purchased the house 30 years ago. They installed a new heat pump and gas heater to match 2 years ago, which makes 3. They also told me that the previous units were undersized for my house. It took 2 days but they stayed until the units were working which was midnight. This year he recommended I install dampners in the ducts since in the winter the downstairs gets cold. When I get the money I will have them do the work. I have had no problems with Houser and have recommended them to 2 other people and they were also pleased with their work. If you need work done call them they are very nice and honest.
Needed to upgrade my humidifier. Called Houser and in a short period of time the installation was completed. Good price and excellent service. Nice people to do business with. Howard
A few days after new years, our heater decided to go out. After polling my friends, several referred me to Gary Houser. I called in and within three hours, he was there. He diagnosed the problem very quickly, and the repair took no time at all. Hands down, this was the best experience I have had with a heating and air professional.
We woke up Christmas morning with no heat, and a temperature of 55, and even though I hated to call, I called the emergency number and left a message. Gary Houser called back within the hour, and was at our house by noon Christmas Day. It's this kind of great service that brings me back over and over. Not only have they serviced our systems, I also had them replace our upstairs air conditioning in 2012. I only have good things to say about this company.
I recently encountered an issue with my heating system so I looked on Kudzu and found Houser Heating & Air Conditioning. Based upon their rating I decided to contact them and frankly I'm glad I did. They came out, diagnosed the problem and had it fixed in no time. Very professional, I highly recommend and I will certainly use them for all my HVAC needs in the future.
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Mr. Houser was extremely professional and courteous! He was able to resolve an issue with a water heating flue that was caused by the builder. I love the fact that he goes the extra mile to get things done. :-)
Had issue with Air unit,turns out was no problem. Wayne sent out a very professional crew and they did a superior job. Was more than i had hoped for. Yes he did go the extra mile on this one!
At first I thought that this was a H&A company I could hang onto. Then after the initial visit I had nothing but trouble with them. Their techs didn't know what they were doing and we had to wait for them to come back to fix the simple problem or on another occasion they "jury rigged" the equipment until they could come back later and charge me more to fix it. I never called them back. My unit runs fine.
I sure wish I knew who you are and what truthfully happened. I count 3 visits you spoke of. I have not had more than one tech since December, and between us we haven't had one warranty call, much less the quantity you make up. We don't rig anything and we don't charge more than the initial job charge quoted when we get authorization from you. I have 34 years experience and he has 16. We know very well what we are doing. Is it that you couldn't get something for free that inspired you to write this untrue slander? I take my reputation very seriously, and our customer service is excellent.
My husband & I called Mr. houser to come & give us a second opinion on a quote after we were told by another company that are furnace was leaking carbon monoxide after a routine service call to clean filters etc. We had mr houser come to give ya a quote on replacing furnace we thought was bad, he tore into furnace & checked everything, he then told us that are furnace was is good working shape & there were no cracks or carbon monoxide leaking, he could have quoted us a price for a new furnace, but instead was honest & professional, not only did he give us good news about are furnace, but did not charge us for his service! He will be our contractor for now on! He had excellent customer service & definitely not a crook like the other company that was trying to scam us! I would recommend him to anyone who needs service in the future!
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It�s not often that you get the owner of the company to come out for a routine call. We called because our heat pump did not turn on at all and luckily got the owner himself, Mr. Gary Houser. Even though it was after 5:30pm on a Wednesday, Mr. Houser came out to diagnose the problem personally. He really took his time to carefully explain everything that was going on and also how the system works in general. He made a diagnosis and due to our own personal obligations had to come back on Friday. He worked late into a Friday night to make the repairs. I never once felt that he was rushing just to �get the job over with� because it was late on a Friday night. He was knowledgeable, very patient, and never seemed exasperated by the situation. The work was also guaranteed both verbally and more importantly in writing right on the back of the receipt. We could rest assured that if the problem wasn�t solved, which it was, that Mr. Houser would stand behind his work. I would highly recommend his services to any of my friends and family.
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Posted on: 2/22/2013
Both my wife and myself accidentally paid the same bill from different accounts. Neither of us realized this, nor would we have figured it out. Mr. Houser noticed the mistake and brought us a refund check. It is a pleasure to do business with such a competent, friendly, and trustworthy company. Highly recommended.
The integrity of this company is incomparable. They have impressed me with their overall service and honesty every time I've had to use them even though it's been a different employee every time. This last time my thermostat was acting up and Jason came out and fixed free of charge since they had installed it months earlier. Great guys!
I'm very impressed with this business, from beginning to end. Do they answer the phone? YES. Do they schedule a visit promptly? YES. Do they assess the situation professionally and fairly? YES. Do they keep your budget in mind when suggesting products and services? YES. Do they install on time and in a professional manner? YES. Indeed, I am very satisfied with this company's service.


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I am looking to sell my 11 week old mini pig due to lack of time. Remy is a super sweet very cuddly little guy. His favorite place to be is on the couch curled up with you under a blanket. He is great with cats,dog ( both big and small). He does fine with my four year old ...
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We support our mission by promoting informed and progressive leadership through professionalism, dedication and integrity. We shall also foster a professional and personal relationship among our membership, and each strive to assist the return of our personnel safely to their families.
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
The boards of the three regional firefighter associations (Eastern, Piedmont and Western) have been working closely with the NC State Firemen's Association in ways to provide more value and service to our members.Beginning in January, fire departments will no longer have to pay dues to their respective regional associations for membership. Under a joint agreement, when a fire department submits their annual roster and pays dues to the NCSFA the state association will in turn transfer one dollar for every member to the appropriate regional association. This is being accomplished at no additional cost to departments. This initiative will boost each region's membership and provide increased funding for each region and while it is a relatively small savings, it will eliminate the need for a department to write a dues check to their association.As always, the ECFA is excited to serve our members! Join us at our January meeting in Hertford County to find out what's happening in the fire service that affects us all.
Friday, October 31, 2014
The International Fire Relief Mission is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that provides humanitarian aid to fire and EMS first responders in developing countries by recycling serviceable fire fighting and EMS equipment. IFRM dispatches teams to the receiving countries to demonstrate and provide the necessary information to safely and effectively use the donated gear.Founded by retired firefighters and medics in 2007, IFRM is propelled by monetary, equipment and in-kind donations from corporate partners and individuals; its field staff is all-volunteer.Currently, the IFRM has been asked by the Nation of Peru to assist in providing some used (not abused) small/medium size PPE. Remember that gear beyond it's 10 year NFPA life will be happily accepted.If your department can help, please go to the IFRM website to find out more information.
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
The NC Association of Fire Chiefs has released scheduling and information for the annual Mid-Winter conference in Concord, February 4 - 8, 2015. Online registration opened October 1. The NCAFC website contains lots of information about this great educational and networking opportunity. Visit the Association's website for more at: www.ncafc.com/
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
During the quarterly meeting of the Eastern Carolina Firefighters Association held at Carolina Beach Fire Department on October 2, 2014, the ECFA Board of Directors honored retired Fire Chief Glenn Jernigan with a Life Member award.Jernigan, who served as chief of Faison Fire Rescue from 1970 until 2006, has been a fixture in North Carolina's fire service since 1959 and is a past president of both the ECFA and the North Carolina State Fireman's Association. He is a recipient of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine and in 2011 he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Volunteer Fire Council. Joining Chief Jernigan for his award was his wife Evelyn. Presenting the award on behalf of the Association is First Vice President Donnie Hall.
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
The ECFA and staff at Cape Fear Community College proved once again that hard work pays off as they delivered another successful fire college. Over 400 students filled the classes over the weekend with many classes starting earlier in the week.Students enjoyed the brotherhood and opportunity to visit with the many vendors while taking home valuable knowledge to better serve their communities.The ECFA strives to improve the weekend college experience and will be expanding its class opportunities for the 2015 college in October as the focus of the college is strengthening NC's fire and emergency service community.
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A magnum of pinot noir to celebrate an alleged dodgy deal: another day at ICAC. Remember when News Ltd backed media reform? Bernard Keane does. Oliver Yates' $10 billion green warchest. Your invite to dinner with Rupert Murdoch. And is Nathan Tinkler finally broke?
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I've stopped reading Fairfax. At least it pretended balance a while back. (while the Australiar and its stable-mates prove a waste of space).
But now, you get stupid stories like this morning's 'Voters desert Gillard' based on a poll which actually shows a slight improvement in the ALP standing, and shadowed by a Newspoll seemingly far more on the mark than its own predecessor. Thanks Gina.
Sure like anyone else I probably have a little bias - but all I can say now is "bring on the Guardian".
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Manchester man attacked with hammer during home invasion
Officers were called to Catholic Medical Center shortly after 2 a.m. Friday to speak with Brian Smithurst, 27, who sustained serious injuries to his head and face in the assault in his girlfriend's apartment at 508 Dubuque St.
Smithurst's girlfriend told police she and several friends were in her apartment when the attackers burst in through the front door.
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Police Sgt. Craig Rousseau said Smithurst was transferred to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon because of the seriousness of his injuries.
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Department of Social Welfare officials sealed an orphanage here on Thursday following a complaint that an 18-year-old inmate sexually harassed a 10-year-old girl inmate.
Police said one Prabhakaran, managing trustee of Malarchi Trust, had been running two orphanages near Reddiyarpatti. Boys aged between 9 and 17 years (as per the law boys aged up to 17 only can be kept in an orphanage) were lodged in a home behind Law College Students' Hostel. In another block on the same campus, boys and girls aged between 6 and 12 years were housed.
On Wednesday, one of the inmates, a second-year teacher training student, sexually harassed a 10-year-old girl inmate, and she has been admitted to the Tirunelveli Medical College Hospital. The accused is 18 years old, sources said. Based on a complaint from the victim, Perumalpuram police registered a case. Department of Social Welfare officials, led by Deputy Director Thamizharasi and District Social Welfare Officer Poongothai, visited the orphanage on Thursday evening and conducted enquiries with those who manage the homes. They also interacted with the children.
"The inmates will be taken to a safer place after sealing the homes. The registration of the home will be cancelled," Ms.Thamizharasi said. The girl children would be shifted to a place approved by the Department of Social Welfare, she said.
Further investigations are on. Malarchi Trust was in news after two of its inmates drowned in a pond at Alangulam near Ittaeri near here on January 3, 2012.


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ESPN enlisted the help of notable musicians to provide their distinctive interpretations of the "Baseball Tonight" theme song during the 2011 season. We've already featured these versions of the song on air and in the ESPN Music section; now we want you to help us crown the best version of them all.
For 11 weeks, we'll have two artists square off in a poll for you to vote on. The winner will then face the next artist on the schedule and so on until the final week, when we'll see who is the last one standing (full schedule at the bottom).
It was a bittersweet week for rapper and producer J. Cole. His new album, "Cole World," was released Tuesday but by the end of Thursday night his four-week winning streak in the "Baseball Tonight" theme showdown was halted by heavy metal guitarist Zakk Wylde. Black Label Society guitarist Wylde takes on jazz musician John Pizzarelli in Week 10. So vote in the poll at the right of this page now through Oct. 6.
Editor's note: Last week's Cole vs. Wylde poll was interrupted because of a technical error that forced a resetting of the poll on Monday. However, the vote count (2,280 for Cole and 5,533 for Wylde) were retrieved and when combined with the results after the polls were reset, Wylde still came out ahead. Here are the results of both sets of votes combined: Cole, 8,797 votes (36 percent); Wylde, 15,594 votes (64 percent). We apologize for the error.
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Hello, i'm playing WoW and i have this little problem where i cannot delete my Character Zata. It says "this character has mail or has an heirloom in their inventory or void storage and cannot be deleted" I checked and the character doesn't have clothes, armor, objects, etc, etc, etc. It doesn't has anything in the account so i don't really know why i cannot delete. Help please?
Check your mailbox. if there's a message there, delete it.
Did you delete everything in your mailbox as suggested earlier? Keep in mind that it is not just checking new messages and taking any items, it is actually removing all mail (list should be completely empty).
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Also check your bank and make sure that is empty also.
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Im trying also to delete one of my death knights, ive deleted all my armor, all my mail, and all of my bank, and ive quit my guild. It still wont let me delete my character! help please!
Did you make sure to delete messages in your mailbox? Or did you simply read it / take the items?
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same problem, solved mine though. just send ur alt a random mail with nothing in it just letters n such, read and delete the mail log and should be able to delete ur toon
Make sure ever message is deleted too.
If it still doesn't work, try Beastys possible workaround.
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I sent my heirlooms to one character where I checked and deleted the mail. Still couldn't delete the alt character. It was after I went to another character (where I sent my gold) and checked/deleted the mail that I was able to fully delete the character in question.
Don't know if that is your issue but it's worth looking into. Just check all the characters you have and make sure there is no outstanding mail from the character in which you are trying to delete.
Good luck!
I had same problem, I deleted everything in my bags, bank and could not delete character. I contacted GM and he told me I still had the letter from when I received a mount in the mail and that was stopping me from deleting. He waited while I went to mailbox and found the letter and deleted it, and I was able to delete character. So be sure your mailbox is empty of EVERYTHING!!!!
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i have no mail, no items, no void storage, and no heirlooms, i even went as far as to unequip and delete all of the gear my toon had, i still cannot delete my toon! sent in a ticket for support
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BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at Mobile World Congress (MWC), Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) DLP® Products premiered the IntelliBright™ system, a new suite of image processing algorithms designed to intelligently boost image brightness and contrast, while also minimizing power consumption. IntelliBright will enhance all classes of new DLP Pico™ products – mobile phones, tablets, digital video players, mobile accessories, and near-eye displays.
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True to its name, the IntelliBright algorithms have the ability to intelligently analyze image content real-time and create brighter, higher contrast images without raising net power consumption. For consumers, IntelliBright means clearer, more vivid images in bright lighting conditions as well as longer battery life. For manufacturers, IntelliBright will offer further flexibility to tailor product performance to the specific needs of their customers and markets.
"We are very excited about the performance enhancements offered by IntelliBright," said Frank Moizio, business unit manager of DLP Pico. "When combined with the resolution and efficiency gains from our recently announced Tilt & Roll Pixel (TRP) architecture, the next generation of DLP Pico products will delight consumers with a whole new level of performance."
The IntelliBright suite consists of two distinct, patent-pending algorithms: Content-Adaptive Illumination Control (CAIC) and Local Area Brightness Boost (LABB). Since these algorithms operate autonomously, manufacturers can independently tune them to achieve desired product performance.
The CAIC algorithm operates by adjusting red, green and blue illumination strength on a frame-by-frame basis. The algorithm can be configured to maintain "constant image brightness" (which results in lower power consumption) or to maintain "constant illumination power" (which results in higher image brightness). This enables manufacturers to select their desired amount of brightness boost versus power savings.
The LABB algorithm also operates on a frame-by-frame basis by identifying "dark areas" and "bright areas" within a frame, then adding a programmable amount of gain to the dark areas, resulting in a more realistic and viewable image.
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