The Super Material of the Future: Spider Silk

Spider silk, a material that can be found naturally on little critters that give many of us the icks, is being hailed as "new super material of the future" due to its surprising resilience, strength, and elasticity.

Before arriving at this realization, scientists put the material through a variety of rigorous tests, comparing it to materials that are generally recognized for these characteristics, such as steel, kevlar, and rubber bands - and spider silk proved superior in every case.

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Brains Behind the Game

Although many years have passed since the inception of the digital revolution, the brains behind the most integral innovations that have made such a revolution possible still migrate towards Silicon Valley. It is no surprise when one takes into consideration the over $3.1 trillion that have been invested in the area only on venture capital since 2000.

If one has a revolutionary idea but is seeking funding for the first time, then there is no better place in the country to be. In 2010 alone, venture capital doled out $22 billion into over 2,700 companies. Of the thousands of companies seeking funding, just over 1,000 of them were receiving funding for the first time in their existence. The most notable startups in the modern age received their start in this general area, adding to the enthusiasm and the idea that Silicon Valley is a constant gold mine for technological innovation.

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Official Pinterest iPhone Application Review

Just about everyone is on Pinterest these days. That is a change from just a year ago, when the demographic was almost entirely US women (and some UK). Now it is a much wider used social network that is growing more and more by the minute. Sharing images has never been easier.

At least, it wasn't until the Pinterest app came out.

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APPS as Affordable Alternatives to Traditional Cable

The average cost of a cable subscription for basic and premium channels hit $86 per month in 2011 and is expected to raise up to $200 by 2020. With entertainment spending on the rise again in 2013,  American consumers look for more affordable alternatives to traditional cable.

Online platforms like Netflix, YouTube, Hulu Plus or Amazon Instant Video gain ground among mainstream consumers, many concluding that traditional cable is no longer worth it, in terms of value for money.

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FiLMiC Pro for iPhone: High Definition, Broadcast Worthy Video Camera

One of the best features on an iPhone is the camera. With a rather high megapixel rate, it is better than many digital cameras on the market. But exploiting that feature takes some adjustments, and many people don't know how to do them.

That is why users are turning to FiLMiC Pro to help them out. It is an app that will turn your phone's camera into a high definition, broadcast worthy video camera.

A few more camera apps:

• Camera360 Ultimate - iPhone Photo App Review
• Camera Plus iPhone App Review
• MatteBox: The Best Camera App for iOS
• Record Wildlife for iPhone Review

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