Top 10 Best Laptops in 2012|Business

 

Top 10 Best Laptops in 2012|Business

As updated you may be, checking on the latest laptops to use and abuse in 2012 would make you more than satisfied with the selections included on this list of best laptops 2012. Thus, if you want to be on the top of the game during the earlier times of the year, then buying these laptops can give you a dose of coolness, while these toys are still hot let’s check the top 10 best laptops in 2012 as following.

 

1. Apple MacBook Pro MD314LL/A

No matter what kind of device it is, whether an iPad, an iPhone, or an iPod Touch, Apple devices are almost always on the top of the list, thanks to its quality, reputation, and value. However, unlike the latest MacBook Air, the MacBook Pro is great on every aspect from storage, to processor, and even memory. There is no room for doubt on this baby. last year MacBook pro was top listed as one of the best laptops as well.

Display: 13.3-inch

Storage: 750GB 5400rpm Serial ATA

Processor: Intel Core i7 2.8GHz Dual-core Processor

Memory: 4GB DDR3 1333MHz SDRAM

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 3000

Battery and Power: 60W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cord

Wireless: 802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN

Audio: Stereo speakers with subwoofer, omnidirectional microphone, combined headphone/line in

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2. Apple MacBook Air MC965LL/A

It can be ironic for a fact that other models are better performing than this baby, but this is flocked by more people. Many may be disappointed with the 128GB internal storage, but knowing it’s a MacBook Air is more than enough satisfaction.

Display: 13.3-inch Wide XGA+

Storage: 128GB SSD

Processor: Intel Core i5 1.7GHz Processor

Memory: 4GB DDR3 1333MHz

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 3000

Wireless: 802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN

Audio: Omnidirectional microphone, Support for Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic, Built-in stereo speakers

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3. ThinkPad X120e 05962RU

To its 11.6-inch size, the hard disk space of 320GB, a dual-core processor, a 4GB RAM, and an AMD Radeon HD 6310 for graphics is more than enough of a treat. Yes, it does not only look small for convenience, but every part of it will make you feel comfortable, thanks to performance found on every part, from the camera, down to the fan of the CPU.

Display: 11.6-inch

Storage: 320GB 7200rpm SATA

Processor: AMD Fusion Dual-Core Processor E-350 1.6GHz

Memory: 4GB DDR 1333MHz

Graphics: AMD Radeon HD 6310

Battery and Power: 6-cell lithium ion, 65-watt AC adapter

Wireless: 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN

Audio: High Definition (HD) Audio, Built-in digital mono microphone, Internal stereo speakers, 1 watt x 2

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4. Acer Aspire TimelineX AS1830T-6651

The Acer Aspire TimelineX AS1830T-6651 is loved for its size, its weight, and the performance that is uncompromised despite of its outer appearance. Be surprised however, as this is one of those things that are small but terrible when it comes to audio and sounds, thanks to a full armada of Dolby Sound goodness at every inch. The fun lasts long due to a powerful battery that can last for more than 5 hours.

Display: 11.6-inch

Storage: 500GB 5400rpm SATA

Processor: Intel Core i5-470UM 1.33GHz Processor

Memory: 4GB

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

Battery and Power: 6-cell Li-ion Battery (5800 mAh)

Wireless: 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN

Audio: Optimized 2nd Generation Dolby Sound Room audio enhancement, featuring Dolby Headphone, Dolby Natural Bass, Dolby Sound Space Expander

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5. HP Pavilion DV6-6140us

Aside from doing documents, presentations, and spreadsheets in a laptop, it has also turned into an all-in-one media center for playing movies, music, and even in playing video games. The HP Pavilion DV6 is sure to please audiophiles and other music critics, thanks to the Beats Audio included in the system.

Display: 15.6-inch

Storage: 640GB 5400rpm SATA

Processor: AMD A-Series A8-3500M 1.5GHz Processor

Memory: 6GB DDR3

Graphics: Integrated AMD Radeon HD 6620G Discrete-Class Graphics

Battery and Power: 6-Cell 55WHr Lithium-Ion Battery, 65-watt AC adapter

Wireless: 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN

Audio: Beats Audio, Integrated digital microphone, Internal Speakers

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6. Acer AS7741G-6426

The Acer AS7741G-6426 is also following the trends of using large screens in displaying sharp and crisp images that have a lot of say when it comes to HD quality videos and pictures. Thanks to a Core i5, a 4GB RAM, and a Radeon HD 6550M 1GB DDR3 SDRAM, performance is as big as the body indicates.

Display: 17.3-inch Active Matrix TFT

Storage: 640 GB 5400rpm Serial ATA

Processor: Intel Core i5-480M 2.66 GHz Processor

Memory: 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM

Graphics: Radeon HD 6550M 1GB DDR3 SDRAM

Battery and Power: 6-cell Lithium Ion (Li-Ion), 4400 mAh

Wireless: Acer InviLink Nplify IEEE 802.11b/g/n

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7. Lenovo G770-10372KU

Despite of being big, thanks to its 17.3-inch screen and a Core i5 to match, the Lenovo G770-10372KU is loved by heavy users due to its long lasting battery, which lasts for 4-5 hours at maximum performance on graphics, sounds, and multifunction tasks. One of the promising features in this laptop is that you can switch graphic performance based on the programs you use, without the need of manually routing info via settings.

Display: 17.3-inch

Storage: 750GB 5400rpm SATA

Processor: Intel Core i5-2410M 2.30GHz Processor

Memory: 6GB DDR3 1333MHz

Graphics: AMD Radeon HD 6650M 1GB DDR3 VRAM

Battery and Power: 6-cell Lithium Ion (48 WHr)

Wireless: 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN

Audio: Integrated Sound card, Internal 2 x 1.5W speakers

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8. HP ProBook 4530s-XU015UT

If you are looking for a toy that looks expensive, then the HP ProBook 4530s-XU015UT will not disappoint you. The physical is well built and made, while considering the insides still at par with the fastest laptops in town. Keyboards are user-friendly as it does not make the fingers slip and speakers are phenomenal, thanks to the SRS features included. This is the device that can make a statement for looking hot while spending less.

Display: 15.6-inch HD

Storage: 320GB 7200rpm SATA

Processor: Intel Core i3-2310M 2.1GHz Processor

Memory: 4GB DDR3 1333MHz

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 3000

Battery and Power: 6-cell (47 WHr) Li-Ion, 65-watt AC adapter

Wireless: Atheros 802.11b/g/n WiFi

Audio: SRS Premium Sound Integrated microphone

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9. Samsung Series 3 NP350U2B-A01

Customers love seeing something so light, yet so packed up with things of the good stuff, specifically a lightweight Series 3 with a Core i5 processor, an Intel GMA HD graphics card, and a 500GB internal storage to match. The 4GB DDR3 RAM in this device makes a small laptop fly high at speeds that make the user really happy.

Display: 12.5-inch

Storage: 500GB

Processor: Intel® Core™ i5 2410M Processor

Memory: 4GB DDR3

Graphics: Intel GMA HD

Battery and Power: 6Cell, 60W

Wireless: 802.11 a/b/g/n

Audio: 3 W Stereo Speaker (1.5 W x 2)

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10. Toshiba Qosmio X775-Q7272

Power is the name of the game with this particular model of the Toshiba Qosmio. The Core i7 Processor is actually put into good use, thanks to a huge 17.3-inch screen, and a 1TB hard disk space. The processor does not do all the speed work as a mighty fast NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M and a 6GB DDR3 multiplies the speed manifold. Oh, was it mentioned that this baby includes a nice set of Harman/Kardon speakers?

Display: 17.3-inch Widescreen

Storage: 1.0 TB (500GB 7200rpm Serial ATA x2)

Processor: Intel Core i7-2630QM processor

Memory: 6GB DDR3 1333MHz

Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M w/NVIDIA Optimus Technology

Battery and Power: Li-Ion (47Wh, 8-Cell), 180W (19V x 9.5A) Auto-sensing,100-240V AC Adapter

Wireless: Wi-Fi® Wireless networking (802.11b/g/n)

Audio: Stereo Headphone Jack, Built-in microphone, Microphone input port with Sleep and Music, harman/kardon® stereo speakers

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Top 10 Best Mozilla Firefox Themes – 2012

Top 10 Best Mozilla Firefox Themes – 2012

Claiming to be one of the best and fastest internet browsers out there, Mozilla Firefox has changed the game of having the perfect browsing experience due to its speed, user-friendliness, and the environment it provides for its user. Another way of attracting more people to become interested in their share of cyberspace exploration is through the creation of themes that come from different developers and teams. You can check out the 10 best Mozilla Firefox themes – 2012, by browsing at the selections below

1. NASA Night Launch 

Suggested for those who like things dark, the NASA Night Launch Theme has been created with inspiration for the recent night launch of the STS-116. The overall theme is conservative, dark, and sophisticated at all means. You can even see the rocket in most sections, such as in tools or option

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2. LavaFox V1 

Hot as it sounds, the LavaFox Theme has a unified style that can be seen with scrolls, time bars, and even in icons. It comes with red, green, and blue variations, but it looks like the red one gets all the attention, thanks to the lavalistic disposition

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3. FT DeepDark

Deep and dark is the best thing you can describe in this theme, and speed is still in the lead. There are no slowdowns, performance is still at peak, and the text glow is also notable. This subtle wonder is compatible with XP, Linux, Windows 7, and Mac.

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4. Shine Bright Skin 

Known to be at best with its Aero support, the Shine Bright Skin theme for Firefox gives that enlightening feel of Google Chrome, while using Firefox still. It may not be super bright, but this theme gives a polished look that is great for Windows, Mac, and Linux

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5. Past Modern 

A theme for the Firefox that brings in the look of the past with modern browser versions, the Past Modern is a great way of browsing the net, retro style

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6. Silvermel 

Based from the inspiration of Charamel, the Silvermel is all white and creamy, just like its predecessor. It does not only work with Firefox, but it also shades well with the many aspects of Thunderbird. It has also been noted to look clean, sharp, and slick in all aspects from overall design to icons and bars.

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7. Noia 2.0 (Extreme) 

This version of Noia becomes extreme as it now comes fully skinned for Firefox and Thunderbird. You can have it set at default skin, or you can change some of its aspects by adding some of the CSS codes that can fetch other properties online. It comes in dark, shade, glass, rounded, reversed, clean, and aqua, and in other fixes that can be accessed on the options tool.

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8. FXChrome 

A crossover between Firefox and Google Chrome, the FXChrome is a perfect experience for Mozilla users that wanted to get a feel of Google’s browser. It comes with a tab that looks like Chrome, which becomes better when viewed without the menu sections

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9. A Blue Fox Theme

Another offering for folks who love dark themes, the Blue Fox comes with a combination of bright blue and dramatic black, which provides a jolty browsing feel

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10. Noia 4 

The Noia 4 is the successor of the Noia 2 Extreme and it does not disappoint with its multi theme, and Personas support. Its theme configuration menu can make you shift moods and styles depending on your preference

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World's Most Eligible Princes 2011|2012-World News

World's Most Eligible Princes 2011|2012-World News

Here is the list of The world's Most Eligible Royals living the bachelor life.

Prince Harry

Country : England

Prince Harry 26 year-old little brother of William

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Prince Carl Philip

Country : Sweden

Prince Carl Philip the 31-year-old billionaire is studying Agriculture in Sweden,

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Prince Philippos

Country : Greece

Prince Philippos is a 24-year-old

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Andrea Albert Pierre Casiraghi

Country : Monaco

Andrea Albert Pierre Casiraghi 26-year-old

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Top 10 Richest person in the world 2011 – 2012|World News

Top 10 Richest person in the world 2011 – 2012|World News

1. Carlos Slim Helu

 Net worth: $74 bil
Company: Telecom
Slim's fortune has swelled to an estimated $53.5 billion, up $18.5 billion in 12 months. Shares of America Movil, of which Slim owns a $23 billion stake, were up 35% in a year.That massive hoard of scratch puts him ahead of Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates, who had held the title of world's richest 14 of the past 15 years .

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2.William Gates III

Net worth: $56 bil
Company: Microsoft
is an American business magnate, philanthropist, author, and is chairman of Microsoft, the software company he founded with Paul Allen. He is consistently ranked among the world's wealthiest people and was the wealthiest overall from 1995 to 2009, excluding 2008, when he was ranked third.During his career at Microsoft, Gates held the positions of CEO and chief software architect, and remains the largest individual shareholder, with more than 8 percent of the common stock. He has also authored or co-authored several books. Gates, now worth $53 billion, is ranked second in the world. He is up $13 billion from a year ago as shares of Microsoft rose 50% in 12 months. Gates' holdings in his personal investment vehicle Cascade also soared with the rest of the markets.

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3. Warren Buffet

 

Net worth: $50 bil
Company: Berkshire Hathaway
Buffett's fortune jumped $10 billion to $47 billion on rising shares of Berkshire Hathaway . The Oracle of Omaha shrewdly invested $5 billion in Goldman Sachs and $3 billion in General Electricamid the 2008 market collapse. He also recently acquired railroad giant Burlington Northern Santa Fe ( BNI news ) people for $26 billion.

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4. Bernard Arnault

Net worth: $41.5 bil
Company: LVMH
The Lord of Luxe easily retains title of richest European. Fortune surged by $13.5 billion as shares of his luxury good outfit, LVMH, rose by more than half over the past year thanks to strong demand for luxuries like Dom Perignon champagne, Cognac Hennessy, Tag Heuer watches and Louis Vuitton accessories, particularly in Asian markets like Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City.

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5. Lawrence Ellison

Net Worth:$39.5 bil
Company: Oracle
Database titan continues to engulf the competition; Oracle has racked up 49 acquisitions in the past 4 years. Bought BEA Systems for $8.5 billion last year. Still sitting on $7 billion in cash. Revenues up 11% to $10.9 billion in the six months ended November 30; profits also up 11% to $2.4 billion. Stock down 25% in past 12 months. Invested $125 million in Web software outfit Netsuite; took public in 2007, stock has fallen 80% since. His shares still worth $300 million. Chicago native studied physics at U. of Chicago, didn't graduate. Started Oracle in 1977. Public 1986, a day before Microsoft. Owns 453-foot Rising Sun; built a smaller leisure boat because superyacht is hard to park. Squabbling in court with Swiss boating billionaire Ernesto Bertarelli over terms of next America's Cup. Recently unveiled hulking 90-foot trimaran he intends to use to win it.

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6. Lakshmi Mittal

Net worth: $31.1 bil
Company: Steel
Indian immigrant heads world's largest steel company; ArcelorMittal was formed via hostile takeover 3 years ago. Stock in company makes up bulk of his fortune; shares at a 4-year low with steel prices down 75% since last summer. Company forced to pay heavy fines after a French antitrust investigation found 10 companies guilty of price-fixing in European steel markets. Arcelor posted $2.6 billion loss in most recent quarter; announced plans to slow acquisitions, cut capital expenditures, pay down debt. Started in family steel business in the 1970s, branched out on his own in 1994. Initially bought up steel mills on the cheap in Eastern Europe. Company bought 19.9% stake in Australia's Macarthur Coal last year. Also owns pieces of Mumbai's Indiabulls Group, London's RAB Capital; owns stake in, sits on board of Goldman Sachs. Holds substantial cash; owns 12-bedroom mansion in London's posh Kensington neighborhood.

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7.Amancio Ortega

Net worth: $31 bil
Company: ZARA
Amancio Ortega stepped down as chairman of Inditex, the $15.8 billion (sales) fashion firm in January; he still gets 87% of his fortune from his stake in the publicly traded firm. The company, which operates under several brand names including Zara, Massimo Dutti and Stradivarius, has 5,000 stores in 77 countries.

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8. Eike Batista

Net worth: $30 bil
Company: Mining, Oil
Brazil's richest man is gearing up to take over the world. Making a play for foreign investors, Batista announced this year the opening of an office in New York and his intention to list some of his companies on the London Stock Exchange. Through his holding company, EBX, Batista controls businesses spanning mining, shipbuilding, energy, logistics, tourism and entertainment. After months of discussions, he was triumphant in February in taking control of Canadian gold outfit Ventana. Two-thirds of his fortune comes from OGX, the oil-and-gas exploration company he founded in 2007 and took public a year later. He says the company will start producing oil this year. In rare recent setback, his planned IPO for his shipbuilding business (OSX), meant to be the world's largest IPO in 2010, was a disappointment and has had a lukewarm reception in the Brazilian market. The son of Brazil's revered former mining minister who presided over mining giant Companhia Vale do Rio Doce got his start in gold trading and mining.

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9. Mukeshi Amabani

Net worth: $27.5 bil
Company: Oil, Gas
is an Indian business magnate is the current chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries,[4] the largest private sector enterprise in India, a Fortune 500 company,[5] and one of the largest private sector conglomerates in the world. His personal stake in Reliance Industries is 48%

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10. Christy Walton and Family

Company: Walmart
Net worth: $26.5 bil
The widow of John Walton inherited her wealth after the former Green Beret and Vietnam war medic died in an airplane accident near his home in Wyoming 2005. Now world's richest woman, she got an extra bump in her fortune because of her late husband's early investment in First Solar; shares up nearly 500% since 2006 initial public offering. But bulk still comes from her holdings in Wal-Mart, the retailer founded by her father-in-law Sam Walton and his brother James in 1962. Today Wal-Mart has sales of $405 billion, and employs more than 2.1 million people. The philanthropist supports museums, education and organic gardening.

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Sony Tablet Price Rs.29,990|Laptop

Sony Tablet Price Rs.29,990|Laptop

Sony Tablet S is first android table from sony with 9.4” inch Touchscreen display, powered by Nvidia Tegra Processor (Dual Core) and Google Android v3.1 OS @ premium price.

Sony Android Tablet S Features:

• Can easily stream video from the tablet to a DLNA-enabled TV
• Playstation 3 Connectivity + Gaming Support
• Premium Build Quality with ergonomically contoured design
• 5MP and 3MP front and Rear Camera
• Integrated IR blaster which can works as all-in-one remote control

Sony Tablet Technical Specifications:

• 3G/Wi-Fi Connectivity
• 9.4” inch (1280 x 768) pixels multi-touch display
• 16GB/32GB Internal memory
• 5 Megapixel Rear Camera with HD Video
• 3 Megapixel Front Camera
• Optional accessories like wireless keyboard, Docks
• GPS, Bluetooth and DLNA certified
• Access to Sony Exclusive content: Music/Video unlimited, e-book Reader store
• Swift & Smooth UI Experience

• The MRP for this

Accessories Available

• Bluetooth keyboard
• Cradle
• USB adaptor
• Carry case
• LCD screen protector

Sony Tablet Price: Rs.29,990

 

Sony Tablet Price: Rs.29,990

Nelson Mandela Is Hospitalized|Nelson Mandela first black president of South Africa

Nelson Mandela Is Hospitalized|Nelson Mandela first black president of South Africa

JOHANNESBURG — Nelson Mandela, the first black president of South Africa, was hospitalized Saturday, the office of the country’s current president, Jacob Zuma  announced.

“Madiba has had a long-standing abdominal complaint, and doctors feel it needs proper specialist medical attention,” the statement said, using Mr. Mandela’s honorific clan name.

Mr. Mandela, who battled apartheid and spent 27 years imprisoned by the white minority government, is 93 years old, and has been in virtual seclusion for the past two years after retiring from public life eight years ago. His health is closely watched; a hospitalization in Johannesburg in January 2011 set off a panic.

Mr. Mandela’s last major public appearance was in 2010, at the final World Cup game in Johannesburg. For the past year he has spent most of his time in Qunu, the Eastern Cape village where he lived for most of his childhood.

Rumors about Mr. Mandela’s health have swirled for years, even in the days after his release from prison in 1990, when apartheid was crumbling and earnest talks between the African National Congress and the governing National Party began. His lack of bitterness toward the white minority made him a global symbol of reconciliation.

When Mr. Mandela was hospitalized last year, there was fevered speculation in the news media in the face of virtual silence from the government. Reporters spent the night outside the hospital where he had been admitted, and many feared he was at death’s door. But after two nights he was released.

Late Saturday Mr. Zuma released a new statement, saying that Mr. Mandela had undergone a diagnostic procedure and was expected to be discharged on Sunday or Monday.

“Madiba is fine and fully conscious and the doctors are satisfied with his condition, which they say is consistent with his age,” it said. “He was in good health before admission in hospital, but doctors felt the complaint needed a thorough investigation.”

It continued, “We are happy that he is not in any danger

10 Things You Want to Know About The US Presidential Elections 2012

10 Things You Want to Know About The US Presidential Elections 2012

It has been a while since the last presidential elections was held for the US President in 2008, where it was remembered to be a clash of the titans against Barack Obama and John McCain. It can be amazing that even though the electoral leadership will be for the United States, the whole world is anticipating the event, as the US President not only affects the lives of its citizens within the 50 states, but also all the relationships it has established with other nations. People from all over the world are watching whether Barack Obama still has the confidence of the masses, or will they have a new president sit in inside the White House? Anyway, check the 10 interesting facts and trivia about US Presidential Elections 2012

1. President Obama may Bag the Presidential Election

Even though the Americans are not that satisfied with the performance that President Obama gave for the last four years of his term since 2008, it can be observed that majority of the masses, including those who participate in political betting, are in favor both of the Democratic Party, and of incumbent president Barack Obama. If he bags the position, he will be the third president that would serve two terms, over the last 50 years, which includes 12 presidents.

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2. Obama’s Deciding States

Even though incumbent president Barack Obama is the current crowd favorite, he still needs to gain the favor of over four key states that could turn the tides against him, if he does not work. Aside from Florida, which has a high dissatisfaction rating, President Obama also needs to address Ohio, Virginia, and North Carolina.

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3. President Obama’s Last Term

As the election for President and Vice President will be held on November 6, 2012, Tuesday, this will be the last term that incumbent president Barack Obama will be running for. In case, that he wins this election and he is appointed on December 17, 2012, then this will be the last time that President Obama will be serving his term as president of the United States, having a total term of 8 years.

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4. Republican Party Representative

The Republican Party has not decided whom to set as leader, to date, as there is a choice whether it would be Mitt Romney or Newt Gingrich that will lead the party to vie for the votes against the current Democratic Party leader. However, based on the results of the primaries and caucuses from 5 states to date, which is Iowa, New Hampshire, South Carolina, Florida, and Nevada, Mitt Romney is leading with 87 delegates against Gingrich’s 30. The winning party leader must have at least 1,144 total delegates.

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5. Republican’s Winning Focus

In order for a Republican Party leader to win the voting, he or she needs to focus on two of the four levels of focus that comprises of preferences of individuals that can dictate their winning in the race for the 1,144 delegations. These are the social conservatives (pro-life, pro-marriage, pro-republican), the religious voters (Baptists, Presbyterians, Catholics, Mormons), the libertarians (low tax, less government, pro-market, anti-union), and the neoconvervatives that accepts foreign intervention and a better government.

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6. History May Repeat Itself

With the recent poll done by the ABC News and Washington Post, it shows the voting difference against President Obama and Mitt Romney, a lot like what was observed in 2008 against Obama and McCain where voters are leading over 45% to 51% in favor of the incumbent president.

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7. Poll Winner

This poll chart explains why President Barack Obama is a potential winner against Mitt Romney

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8. Democratic versus Republican Members

These two opposing forces have been famous in the US electoral history and will be facing again this year. Although there are third-party running candidates, they are given less attention, as the Democratic and Republican parties are taking the scene. Here are the members of the said parties:

Democratic Party: Incumbent President Barack Obama, Darcy Richardson, Jim Rogers, Vermin Supreme, and Randall Terry Republican Party: Newt Gingrich, Ron Paul, Mitt Romney, and Rick Santorum Third Parties: Laurence Kotlikoff, Buddy Roemer, Tiffany Briscoe, Robby Wells, Roseanne Barr, Kent Mesplay, Jill Stein, Rocky Anderson, Gary Johnson, Bill Still, RJ Harris, R. Lee Wrights, Peta Lindsay, Jack Fellure, Robert David Steele, Robert Burck, Terry Jones, and Joe Schriner

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9. November 6, 2012

The said date falls on a Tuesday, and it has never been by chance. The Presidential Elections have always been performed on a Tuesday, which dates back since 1845 due to travelling circumstances back in the days when there were no cars. People had to use the first Monday of November to ride carriages and horses in getting to designated voting venues

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10. The Republican Elephant and the Democratic Donkey

Both the political symbols have been made by editorial section cartoonist, Thomas Nast, when he used the donkey for the Democratic Party, symbolizing an anti-civil war faction in 1870. The Republican Elephant was added by the said cartoonist, labeling the elephant back in Harper’s Weekly in 1874 as “the Republican Vote”.

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Steven Spielberg Net Worth : $3000 million

Steven Spielberg Net Worth : $3000 million

Steven Allen Spielberg is an American director, screenwriting, and producer with a net worth of $3 billion and annual salary of $150 million. His name is synonymous with film and his career spans over four decades. Yet, he had humble beginnings when he was just a boy with a huge imagination and a dream. Steven was born on December 18th 1946 in Cincinnati, Ohio. His mother Leah Adherer was a concert pianist and his father Arnold Spielberg was an electronic engineer involved in the development of computers. His childhood was spent in Haddon Heights, New Jersey and Scottsdale, Arizona. It was in Scottsdale, as a teenager, where he would create 8mm short films. Even back then Spielberg had the gall to charge 25 cents for the local kids to come and watch his many epics.

At the age of 13, young Spielberg won an award for his 40 minute film about war, called “Escape to Nowhere”. At the age of sixteen he made his first feature length film, “Firelight”, which he played at his local cinema. It was a Sci-fi which would later go on to inspire the classic “Close Encounters of the third kind”. Unfortunately, his parents would get a divorce and he moved with his father to Saratoga, California. He attended and graduated from Saratoga high school. After graduation he applied to University of Southern California School of theater, film, and television but was rejected three times. Instead he attended California State University, Long Beach.

His career did not begin until he worked at Universal Studios as an unpaid intern for the editing department. It was during this time that Spielberg directed the twenty-four minute short film, “Amblin”(a name that he would eventually carry to his production company) which caught the eye of Sidney Shainberg who was at the time vice president of production for Universal’s television division. Spielberg becomes the youngest director to ever sign a long-term contract with a major studio. He dropped out of college for the opportunity.

During his time as a television director he directed episodes of Rod Sterling’s Night Gallery, Columbo, and Marcus Welby M.D. These ventures we’re so successful that he was signed on to make four features made for television films. The first of which was the 1971 classic “Duel”. The film was such a success that he was offered the job of directing the theatrical feature film “The Sugarland Express”. The film was met with a lot of positively. But it was not until 1975 when Spielberg’s career sky rocketed with the success of “Jaws”. In 1975 it became the first blockbuster film with over 67% of Americans going to see it. He would follow it up with “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” starring Richard Dreyfus (who Spielberg considers his alter ego). In 1981 he teamed up with long time friend and fellow filmmaker George Lucas to create Indiana Jones which was an even bigger hit. By this time Spielberg was becoming a master of big Hollywood film creating such films as E.T which he followed up with another Indiana Jones. His career would continue to create more hits such as Hook, Jurassic Park, and Minority Report. In addition to the box office acclaim he has also seen critical acclaim and awards. He has won three Academy awards two of them for directing (Steindler’s list and Saving Private Ryan) and one for Best picture (Schindler’s List). In addition to all of this he has been part of the productions of “Back to the future”, “Poltergeist’, “Animaniacs”, “Gremlins”, and “The Gooiness”.

In 1985 Spielberg and his first wife actress Amy Irvine had their son Max Samuel Spielberg together. The couple would divorce in 1989. He got remarried in 1991 to actress Kate Capshaw. The two live in four different locations (Pacific Palisades, Ca, New York City, Naples Florida, and the East Hamptons) with their seven children. He continues to make direct, produce, and breathe films.