The kitchen is easily one of the most difficult rooms in your house to shop for. It’s often the case that the best-looking, highest-quality kitchen gadgets are also astronomically priced, while the affordable stuff out there is generally pretty ugly. Well, we’ve found you one of the few exceptions to the rule and it instantly became one of our favorite kitchen purchases in a long time.

Meet the KitchenAid KCM0812OB Siphon Coffee Brewer, an efficient and well-designed machine that is equal parts utility and art.

Here are a few highlights from the product description:

Automated full immersion siphon brewing delivered through precise temperature and vacuum technology.
Brew unit stand securely holds brew unit once brewing is complete.
Flavor Profile: Bright and rich with a clean finish.
Premium glass construction with stainless steel accents.
Magnetic locking seal securely fastens the brew unit and carafe together.
Includes siphon coffee brewer, cleaning brush/coffee scoop, brew unit stand, dual purpose lid, 360° rotation removable base, reusable stainless steel filter and cloth filter pack.

KitchenAid KCM0812OB Siphon Coffee Brewer: $199.00 with free Prime shipping

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Does Facebook racially profile you to serve you more relevant ads? The company tells Ars Technica that it doesn’t engage in racial profiling but it’s hard to see another way to describe its new advertising platform that groups users into “ethnic affinities.”

So here’s how it works: Facebook admits that it builds ethnic profiles for users but it doesn’t do so based on census data, your name, your photos, or your private information. That said, if it sees that you like NPR, craft beer and farmers markets, then you’ll get categorized in an affinity group for white urban liberals. Or if you like hip-hop and are part of groups online like BlackLivesMatter, Facebook will say you have an affinity for black American culture.

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“They like African-American content,” one Facebook representative explained to Ars. “But we cannot and do not say to advertisers that they are ethnically black. Facebook does not have a way for people to self-identify by race or ethnicity on the platform.”

Sure, except making these profiles still involves using data to see what different ethnic groups are typically interested in. So while being white, black or Latino doesn’t guarantee you’ll get ads targeted to your ethnicity, Facebook nonetheless creates advertising categories based around those ethnic stereotypes.

If there’s any comfort here, it’s that Facebook’s system has divided these broad ethnic groups into several different subgroups whose ads are completely separate from each other. So if you really love Miles Davis and John Coltrane, that doesn’t mean you’re going to get served ads for Kendrick Lamar and Kanye West albums just because all four are black musicians.

You can read more about how this profiling system works at this link.

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The following video isn’t an action sequence from a future Die Hard movie. It’s a video that was just released to the public that shows a daring and hilarious helicopter escape from jail that happened three years ago in Canada. The video, obtained by Journal de Montreal shows how two inmates tried to climb on top of the St-Jerome prison to get into a helicopter that would then transport them to safety. However, they failed to do so, and their accomplices weren’t able to really help either.

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The two criminals, including an accused murderer and a person serving time for breaking and entering and arson, tied their feet to the rope that was lowered to hem, and the helicopter took off with them hanging off it. The men were found several hours later, the Toronto Sun reports.

The entire thing took more than six minutes and was recorded on video by prison guards. However, it looks like no guards intervened for the whole time the helicopter was on the jail’s roof, which seems oddly surprising at first. But the guards were not able to shoot at the helicopter, as they’re not armed inside the prison walls.

Less than 15 months later, a similar escape took place at the Orsainville prison, with three convicted drug traffickers escaped. They were apprehended two weeks later.

Check out the video of the helicopter jailbreak below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Q2vpRDyvZs

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Apple on Monday announced a couple of new products that had been revealed weeks before by assorted leaks. Some say the iPhone SE and iPad Pro are boring updates on existing products, but that’s hardly the case. The iPhone SE is as powerful as the iPhone 6s, and the 9.7-inch tablet has some features that are better than what’s available on the 12.9-inch model.

But Apple really surprised audiences with some of its pricing announcements: The Apple Watch is now cheaper than ever, and the iPhone SE has $400 entry price.

Is it possible that the iPhone7 will be cheaper than expected?

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It’s clear that Apple is interested in making some of its new products more affordable, even if that means its margins might take a hit in the process. But it’s one thing to reduce the price of an iPhone that has an old design that’s more affordable to manufacture, and quite a different thing to do it with a brand-new iPhone design such as the iPhone 7.

However, just like the iPhone 6 almost two years ago, the iPhone 7 could be cheaper than its predecessors, without Apple changing its pricing structure. How can that happen? One word: Storage.

The iPhone 6s is available in three options, including 16GB, 64GB, and 128GB, which retail for $649, $749, and $849, respectively. These are the same versions and prices of the iPhone 6 – and sound theories explain why Apple kept in place de 16GB for one more year with the iPhone 6s rather than replacing with a 32GB option.

This year, Apple may very well make a significant change to storage tiers, opting for a 32/128/256GB or 64/128/256GB setup. Rumors say that Apple may have a 256GB iPhone in stores this year, joining its iPad Pro models, both of which are available in 256GB memory options. As for pricing options, Apple would likely keep in place the same tiers, without modifying a single thing.

However, regardless of iPhone 7 model, doubling base storage (the 32/128/256GB model) while maintaining the same price in place essentially gives you a cheaper iPhone. You won’t have to shell money for a more expensive iPhone just because the 16GB model is insufficient. You won’t have to pay more for cloud storage, and you won’t need to purchase external flash memory for the iPhone.

Of course, this is just speculation at this point, based on Apple’s latest announcements and taking into account what some rumors say about a 256GB iPhone 7.

Two things are clear, though: 16GB of storage on iPhone doesn’t seem to cut it anymore. I’ve purchased 64GB versions of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s, and I’m usually using more than 40GB of storage, so it’s likely I’m never going to buy a 16GB iPhone in the future. Secondly, Apple seems to favor a 32/128/256GB lineup for its iPads, which is a subtle way of acknowledging that 16GB isn’t enough for the base models, so we might see the same storage setup adopted for the iPhone of the future.

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In the dark days before Netflix, TV fans had to patiently wait for new episodes of their favorite shows to air on a per week basis. Once Netflix became obsessed with churning out its own original content, it completely turned the traditional notion of TV viewing on its head. Rather than releasing episodes on a weekly basis, Netflix opted to release entire seasons of new shows in one fell swoop, ultimately resulting in the creation of the phrase ‘binge watching.’

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In what seemed like an instant, ‘binge watching’ transitioned into a phrase used casually in everyday conversation.
“What’d you do over the weekend?”

“Not too much, just binge watched Making a Murderer and season 7 of Dexter.”
Though Netflix itself didn’t create the term, the streaming giant was quick to embrace it despite some initial reservations. As Netflix VP of Product Todd Yellin explains, the company was, ever so briefly, concerned that the phrasing didn’t sound very healthy or fun.

But once ‘binge watching’ began to pick up steam as a popular saying, there was no stopping it, and Netflix hopped on board the bandwagon.

Now given that premium channels like HBO and Showtime still release their hit shows on a week to week basis, it’s not unreasonable to wonder why Netflix remains committed to releasing entire seasons of its original productions all at once. Tackling this question head on, Yellin recently explained why the company believes it’s business model empowers TV viewers and, in turn, delivers a more enjoyable user experience.
To us, binging is really about consumer control. It’s not about someone telling you that you only get one hour a week, and we’re going to slowly parse out the story you’re enjoying… “Hold on! All scenes from next week. Tune in next Sunday at 8 o’clock!” … It’s not about that. It’s about giving the control back to the consumer – “Here’s the whole story, now watch as much as you want.”

It’s been I think 170- years since anyone published a book where they go, “We’re only giving you one chapter, next week we’re giving you the next chapter.” They give you the whole book!

…

And that’s the way TV should be. Give me the whole friggin’ story and then I can watch as much or as little as I want.
Interestingly, Yellin added that just a small percentage of users actually binge watch entire seasons of a show the moment it goes live. Rather, most Netflix viewers watch about 2-3 episodes in an evening and perhaps a bit more on the weekends.

You can check out Yellin’s full take on binge watching below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yDh6LzScrM

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Google Now is arguably the best thing about using an Android phone. If you give it permission, Google will track everything about you, extract the right information and present it in an easy-to-digest form right when you need it most. But who knew that among the many things Google can do is offer you tips on how to download pirated copies of blockbuster movies?

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One Android user was surprised to find a card in his Google Now updates that offered him a linked to a site that hosts pirated copies of Deadpool.

Using Google Now on a Nexus 6, Torrent Freak reader Ryan got a “Download Torrent Deadpool” card, as seen below, sandwiched between news items from The Guardian and The New York Post.

It’s not clear what triggered this particular recommendation from Google Now. It’s certainly strange that it didn’t tell Ryan where to see Deadpool near where he lives and instead chose to point him directly to a Torrents site. Does that mean Ryan likes to download movies illegally here and there? You know, just enough for Google Now’s advanced AI to pick up the habit and make a note of it for future recommendations?

Such Google Now recommendations are all the more hilarious considering that copyright content owners have assaulted Google in the past by suggesting the giant search engine doesn’t do enough to prevent pirates from discovering illegal downloads online. With this new revelation, they may have a point.

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More evidence supporting a Nintendo NX controller leak appeared online today as a Reddit user called perkele37 shared high-quality images of what he claims to be the controller for Nintendo’s next-gen console. The controller in the image has an oblong shape and appears to feature a touchscreen in place of buttons.

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When the images leaked on Wednesday, commenters were quick to point out that the “controller” could actually be the portable unit that is expected to release ahead of the home console, but the leaker returned to clarify that “this is the controller unit for the console.” He also noted that this is a dev kit, so the design is subject to change.

As for the controller’s functionality, the leaker was able to provide a few details. Apparently, only the upper ‘nubs’ of the analog sticks move, similar to the Circle Pad on the New 3DS. The rollers on the top of the controller, which you can just barely make out, feel like the scroll wheel on a mouse. There’s also haptic feedback within the controller and a 3.5 mm headphone jack on the bottom.

Kotaku reached out to Nintendo for a comment, but the company simply said it had “nothing to announce on this topic.” Nintendo is expected to reveal the NX by E3 2016 in June. We’ll be on the lookout for more leaks and details until then.

UPDATE: A third photo leaked online a few minutes before this post was published:

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Although the iPhone SE was the highlight of Apple’s spring event on Monday, it wasn’t the only new device announced. Apple also unveiled a smaller, more affordable iPad Pro which features some notable improvements over its predecessor.

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It may share a name with the 2015 iPad Pro, but the new tablet doesn’t look quite the same. First of all, the 2016 iPad Pro features a display of 9.7 inches — a significant downsizing from the 12.9 inches of last year’s model. As a result, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro weighs in at just 0.96 pounds to the 12-9-inch iPad Pro’s 1.59 pounds.

Another key difference is the display. Yes, the smaller screen with have a slightly lower resolution, but Apple says that the iPad Pro will be the first Apple device to feature a True Tone display. The company says that True Tone displays are able to dynamically change the color temperature of the screen to better suit the setting.

The camera setup has also improved dramatically with the smaller iPad Pro. Unlike last year’s model, the new iPad features a 12-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. If you can deal with the camera bump on the back of the device, you’re in for a much better picture-taking experience, with an f/2.2 aperture, 63-megapixel panoramas and True Tone flash.

Internally, the devices are far more similar, both equipped with the upgraded A9X processor and M9 motion coprocessor. But despite this parity, the 9-7-inch iPad Pro is the only one of the two that supports always-on “Hey Siri” functionality.

Finally, when it comes to available models, the miniaturized iPad Pro has its big brother beat once again. Along with the 128GB/256GB cellular models and the 32GB/128GB/256GB Wi-Fi models of the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, the 9.7-inch tablet will also have a 32GB cellular model. Plus, you can get a 9.7-inch iPad Pro in Rose Gold.

Here’s a graphic showing off a few of the key differences between the tablets:

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The top of the line speaker from Sonos is the Sonos PLAY:5, and it’s pretty fantastic. In fact, it’s one of the best wireless speakers out there, no question. That said, it’s kind of annoying that with Sonos, you’re limited as far as what sources you can stream music from. The PLAY:5 also isn’t portable, so you can’t take it with you outside or when you travel. Come to think of it, there are some other limitations too — it only has six drivers, it’s not rugged, and you can’t control all of its features with your voice.

Check this out: the FUGOO Sport XL Portable Rugged Waterproof Wireless Bluetooth Speaker sports eight drivers, it’s waterproof, it’s rugged, it integrates with Siri, and you can stream anything and everything you want to it. And best of all, it’s on sale right now through April 9 for about half the price of a $500 PLAY:5.

Here are some key details from the product page:

• 360 degree sound with 8 symmetrically placed drivers crank out clean highs, midrange punches and deep, roaring lows. 4 tweeters, 2 mid/sub drivers, 2 passive radiators and a 97 db. sound pressure level, the CORE-X fills produces rich audio.
• 100% Waterproof and the perfect teammate for the beach, paddle boarding and sailing. IP67 rating insures it can go 3′ under water for 30 minutes, though it will float as well for easy retrieval. Fully dustproof, mud-proof and shock proof to 3′ as well.
• 35-HOUR BATTERY LIFE – Best-in-its-class battery life means more than a day and a half of continuous jams, uninterrupted experiences and all-out adventures.
• Portable Power Bank -Quick charge your phones and tablets from the included USB Port
• SIRI & GOOGLE NOW CONTROL – With Apple Siri and Android Google Now accessible through your FUGOO Bluetooth speaker, you’re a voice command away from unlimited searches. There is also a built in full duplex speakerphone for hands free chatting.

FUGOO Sport XL Portable Rugged Waterproof Wireless Bluetooth Speaker: $278.99 with free Prime shipping

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I have wanted a Tesla for years… but unfortunately they’ve all been way out of my price range. But with the new Model 3 set to sell for as low as $25,000, my dreams of actually owning a Tesla are much closer than they’ve ever been to becoming a reality.

There are many reasons that I would love to drive a Tesla and one of them is the insane acceleration that Tesla cars have — in “Ludicrous Mode,” for instance, the Tesla Model S P85D can go from 9 to 60 miles per hour in just 2.8 seconds. If you want to see how this looks in action, then you need to check out a new video posted by YouTube channel AutoTopNL that shows a Tesla Model S P90D burning down an autobahn in Germany at a top speed of 155 miles per hour.

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Here is the video:

As you can see, the car blows past 60 miles per hour (or 96.5 kilometers per hour) in under three seconds. From there, it takes an additional 27 seconds or so to hit 155 miles per hour (250 kilometers per hour) before slow decelerating.

I’m going to assume that the driver was able to get away with this because they were in a portion of the autobahn that doesn’t have a speed limit — I personally can’t imagine them being able to pull this off on the Mass Pike, for example.

At any rate, this video only has me more excited for Tesla’s big Model 3 announcement coming at the end of the month. Even if it doesn’t deliver “Ludicrous Mode,” I’m sure it will have better acceleration than any other comparably priced car on the market.

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