Monday, February 29, 2016

Best mobile games of February 2016 - CNET

Full disclosure: Lost Portal is not your usual pick-up-and-play mobile game. It is, however, a rich, deep, single-player card gaming experience, combined with dungeon-crawling RPG elements. Of all the games I tested for this month's round, Lost Portal is the one that sucked me in the most. There's a lot to sink your teeth into here, with customisable character creation that makes for a lot of replayability, and a main campaign that will take you questing across a map, defeating foes and collecting new cards. The game itself is premium, with no IAP (for the time being), although the developer will be adding purchasable expansion packs in the future.

There isn't a tutorial, but there is manual that you can access in-game if you struggle to figure out how to play. You can also find more resources on the developer's website.

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Platforms: iOS

Price: $2.99 | AU$4.49 | £2.29

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Watch “K. Michelle: My Life” Season 2 Episode 5

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“K. Michelle: My Life” Season 2 Episode 5 aired on VH1 Monday night (Feb 29).

Now that K is ready to get back into the dating scene, she is immediately courted by royalty.

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About the show (via VH1):

Ready to conquer the West Coast with a brand new vibe, best-selling recording artist and Love & Hip Hop Atlanta breakout star K. Michelle refuses to be restrained by location or genre of music, so radically changing both, she and her best friend Jonathan touch down in Los Angeles with hopes of finding new inspiration and revolutionizing her sound.

With K. Michelle prepared to burst onto the mainstream music scene, and propel herself to super stardom, her label gives her a tight deadline to record an all-new album. As she creates new music, K. Michelle must balance work with her personal life. But with the pressures and drama that still linger from her past, will all of this prove to be too much?

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Watch “Hit the Floor” Season 3 Episode 6

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“Hit the Floor” Season 3 Episode 6 aired on VH1 Monday night (Feb 29).

Tensions between Ahsha, German and Derek reach a breaking point, Jelena faces a nightmare, Sloane begs Pete for a favor, Zero hosts a party, and Kyle films her movie.

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About the show (via VH1):

Last season, the Devils won the Championship, but saw their owner Oscar Kinkade arrested for the murder of a Devil Girl. But there’s another murderer still at large: Ahsha’s long-time boyfriend German, who was revealed in Season Two’s shocking finale to be Olivia Vincent’s killer. Unaware of her boyfriend’s deadly secret, Ahsha is reunited with him, but bad boy MVP Derek has vowed to get her back.

The Devils not only have a title, they have a new boss: Coach Pete’s ex-wife Lionel. And she’s going to make life hell for Pete and Sloane. But Sloane’s not going down without a fight. Meanwhile Jelena, the mastermind who put Lionel in Oscar’s chair, continues to pull the strings, all while tending to an injured Terrence, who gave everything to win the title.

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Watch “K. Michelle: My Life” Season 2 Episode 5

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“K. Michelle: My Life” Season 2 Episode 5 aired on VH1 Monday night (Feb 29).

Now that K is ready to get back into the dating scene, she is immediately courted by royalty.

Watch “K. Michelle: My Life” Season 2 Episode 5 (VIDEO) Here:

About the show (via VH1):

Ready to conquer the West Coast with a brand new vibe, best-selling recording artist and Love & Hip Hop Atlanta breakout star K. Michelle refuses to be restrained by location or genre of music, so radically changing both, she and her best friend Jonathan touch down in Los Angeles with hopes of finding new inspiration and revolutionizing her sound.

With K. Michelle prepared to burst onto the mainstream music scene, and propel herself to super stardom, her label gives her a tight deadline to record an all-new album. As she creates new music, K. Michelle must balance work with her personal life. But with the pressures and drama that still linger from her past, will all of this prove to be too much?

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Fisher-Price Smart Toy Monkey or Bear for $50 + free shipping - CNET

Toys"R"Us via eBay offers the Fisher-Price Smart Toy Monkey or Bear for $49.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $57. It features voice recognition, image recognition with nine Smart Cards, and unlimited Wi-Fi content updates via the Smart Toy app.

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Watch “Stevie J & Joseline Go Hollywood” Episode 5

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“Stevie J & Joseline Go Hollywood” Season 1 Episode 5 aired on VH1 Monday night (Feb 29).

Joseline decides to find a new manager, and Stevie is too distracted to notice Joseline’s independence.

Watch “Stevie J & Joseline Go Hollywood” Season 1 Episode 5 (VIDEO) Here:

About the show (via VH1):

“Stevie J & Joseline Go Hollywood” will follow the fiery couple as they hit the West Coast with their sights set on Hollywood stardom. With Stevie J’s five children in tow, it’s a family affair!

Stevie J’s head is in the game and he’s ready to leave the party scene in ATL behind. Fully focused on creating new music in Los Angeles, he is heading back into the studio to produce music with Diddy and The Hitmen Crew. He is also trying his hand as a film producer.

Joseline Hernandez refuses to let Stevie J have all the fun in La La Land. Heading out west on her own, she aims to introduce the Hollywood scene to her own brand of spicy pop. With unwavering confidence and undeniable talent, the international superstar works to take her place on the music charts.

Will the City of Angels roll out the red carpet for this unconventional family?

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Watch “Love & Hip Hop: New York” Season 6 Episode 11

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“Love & Hip Hop: New York” Season 6 Episode 11 aired on VH1 Monday night (Feb 29).

The winner of Gwinin Fest XL is announced, Yandy and Rah Ali must make peace in time for Remy Ma’s wedding, Tara makes a decision about her future with Peter, and Mendeecees attempts to get his family on the same page after receiving devastating news.

Watch “Love & Hip Hop: New York” Season 6 Episode 11 (VIDEO) Here:

About the show (via VH1):

“Love & Hip Hop: New York” is back and bigger than ever for season six. Returning fan favorites are joined by a new cast of young, hot female rappers all hungry for success, and they’re ready to take a bite out of the Big Apple!

With personalities as strong as their rhymes, Mariah Lyn, Young B (of “Chicken Noodle Soup” fame) and Sexxy Lexxy and Miss Moe Money from the rap duo BBOD battle to make themselves heard. With these girls dropping managers more often than mics, can “Love & Hip Hop” veteran Rah Ali navigate her new career as a music manager and keep these girls out of trouble? Will they let past beef and love triangles hold them back? Who will rise to the top?

It’s been a big year for “Love & Hip Hop: New York” veterans Yandy Smith and Mendeecees Harris, who recently tied the knot on VH1’s “Love & Hip Hop Live: The Wedding” special, and welcomed their daughter Skylar. This season, it’s back to business for the newlyweds and time to focus on finding a bigger place to live and blending their families. Yandy is ready to get back to managing artists and focus on her career but with Mendeecees’ impending legal issues, their newly wedded bliss may not last long.

Since her recent release from prison, it’s fresh onto the “Love & Hip Hop” scene for rap superstar Remy Ma and her ride-or-die rapper husband Papoose. We follow Remy as she navigates through life on the outside and reclaims her crown as ‘Queen of NY,’ all while getting ready for a long-awaited official walk down the aisle.

Founding member of the “Creep Squad,” Rich Dollaz finds himself contending with the newest lady of the house — his daughter! Rich learns that when it comes to his number one girl, he has no control. Can she inspire her dad to completely change his messy ways or will he get wrapped up in some hot new talent?

Peter Gunz attempts to bring his two families together under the same roof, but will he finally be able to have his cake and eat it too? Or will Tara and Amina shatter the love triangle once and for all?

Cisco Rosado is now single and on the prowl. Mixing business with pleasure never ends well but which new, female talent will he choose to produce and who will have him ready to get down on one knee?

Newcomer DJ Self from New York radio station Power 105.1 bursts into “Love & Hip Hop” as we follow his relationship with Yorma, one of the hottest dancers in New York City, and their tangled web of drama. Can Self balance his packed schedule with his equally packed love life?

Firecracker and Instagram sensation Cardi B. leaps from the pages of IG to the small screen with a bang! It’s certain this tough cookie will deliver raw and real emotion as she entangles with her fellow cast members.

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Chris Rock Brings Out Stacey Dash for Confusingly Awkward Black History Month “Joke” at the 2016 Oscars

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Those who actually watched the 88th annual Academy Awards probably saw Stacey Dash waltz onto their screen, say some things, giggle and then walk off the stage in a confusingly awkward moment that likely left you wondering “Did that really just happen?”

Well, we’re here to tell you yes, that really did happen.

In one of the most confusing and awkward moments in award show history, 2016 Oscars host Chris Rock introduced Stacey Dash as the “director of our new minority outreach program” before the actress strutted on stage and wished everyone a “Happy Black History Month.”

Stacey Dash is known for her controversial opinions on race-related issues, like her stance on Black Lives Matter (she’s firmly on the “All Lives Matter” side, along with Kevin Gates) and her opinion that things for African Americans such as Black History Month and BET shouldn’t exist.

This is how Chris Rock and Stacey Dash’s “skit” played out (via Jezebel):

“It’s hard to get a job, and that’s the truth out there for black actors,” Rock began. “But let me tell you some good news: the Academy has taken steps to fix this problem, and that is why it is my honor to introduce the director of our minority outreach program. Please welcome Miss Stacey Dash!”

The silence was deafening.

She came onstage with a weird, villainous giggle, and said: “I cannot wait to help my people out. Happy Black History Month!” Then she giggled again, said “Thank you,” and walked offstage.

AWK-WARD!

Chrissy Teigen’s reaction face was the absolute best:

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The Weeknd’s reaction was pretty priceless too:

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Shortly after exiting the stage, Stacey Dash published a lengthy blog post on Patheos.com titled “Who is Stacey Dash and why did she just walk across the #Oscar stage?” explaining her random as hell Oscars appearance:

You might be watching the Oscars and wondering why someone named Stacey Dash just walked across the stage. (Why was that funny anyway?)

Well, I’m Stacey – with an “e” – and it’s nice to meet you. I was born in the South Bronx, became an actress in Hollywood where I starred in the 1995 movie Clueless.

Since then, you won’t believe what happened. (Actually you can read the full story in my upcoming book There Goes My Social Life: From Clueless to Conservative.) Even though I voted for Obama during 2008 – even had a bumper sticker! – I didn’t make the same mistake twice. In 2012, I voted for Mitt Romney – and everyone freaked the hell out about it.

Why? Well, black people should support black candidates, I was told. But I’m not one to be told what to do. No matter my skin color, I was going to vote for the best candidate. Since I was blamed, mocked, and ridiculed in the press over supporting a Republican, I’ve spoken out about a LOT of stuff that black people try to stuff down my throat.

For example, I spoke out against Black History Month. ( Why should there be such a thing? Haven’t we had more than just one month’s worth of accomplishments? Here my thoughts HERE.) Plus, I spoke out against the #OscarsSoWhite controversy HERE. My take? We need to stop complaining about white people oppressing us, we shouldn’t boycott the Oscars, and we need to support Chris Rock the host.

Which brings me to the joke. When they added ME to increase the diversity, I’m sure many black people rolled their eyes. I’m not “black enough,” they say. But guess what? I’ve heard that all my life. I would rather be a free thinking, black than a cookie cutter black who thinks – and votes – just like all my friends.

Yes, I’m the actress from the South Bronx who has always dreamed of winning an Oscar. But God has a great sense of humor and this is my first encounter with one of my dreams of destiny. Bringing diversity to Hollywood… not merely because of color, but politics as well. (After all, different colors of skin is an easy kind of diversity. Ideological diversity is much harder, because it forces everyone to come face to face with actual beliefs. Hollywood needs BOTH.)

Anyway, this is a first. A beginning.

So that’s who I am. Nice to meet you.

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Chris Rock Dissed Jada Pinkett Smith During Oscars 2016 Opening Monologue

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Chris Rock hosted the 2016 Oscars Sunday night (Feb 28), and unsurprisingly, his opening monologue touched on the #OscarsSoWhite controversy and the celebrities who were boycotting the ceremony.

While Rock did mention a number of celebs who refused to attend the show, the brunt of his joke was directed towards Jada Pinkett Smith, who was very vocal about her boycott of the Academy Awards.

“What happened this year? People went nuts. Spike [Lee] got mad. Jada went mad. Will [Smith] went mad. Everyone went mad!” Rock said of the celebs protesting the Oscars. “Jada said she’s not coming. I was like, ‘isn’t she on a TV show?’ Jada’s gonna boycott the Oscars? Jada boycotting the Oscars is like me boycotting Rihanna’s panties. I wasn’t invited!”

After the crowd laughed at Rock’s joke, he went on to say that he understood why Jada was so upset.

“Her man Will was not nominated for Concussion. I get it. You get mad. It’s not fair that Will was this good and didn’t get nominated. You’re right,” Rock said. “It’s also not fair that Will was paid $20 million for Wild Wild West!”

The 2016 Academy Awards marked the second time Chris Rock has hosted the annual ceremony.

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How to share custom short URLs from your Android - CNET

Want to share short URLs that you can pronounce? Or just keep a history of links you share on your Android? This app makes both easy.









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Wooden Mechanical Pendulum Clock Building Kit for $50 + $7 s&h - CNET

ThinkGeek offers this Wooden Mechanical Pendulum Clock Building Kit for $69.99. Coupon code "FROGGER" cuts it to $49.69. With $6.95 for shipping, that's $2 under our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we've seen. (It's a current best by $16.) The kit includes over 100 parts, a pencil, sandpaper, and fully-illustrated instructions. (You will also need glue, a razor saw, and counterweight material, not included.) When assembled, this birch and poplar wind-up clock measures 13" x 9" x 3" with a 51" pendulum. Deal ends today.

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HoloLens dev kit comes with Conker game and more - CNET

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8 great ways Pokemon invaded pop culture video - CNET

Nissan Leaf: Forget other cars, can it compete with $2 gas? (CNET On Cars, Episode 84)

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Fisher-Price 3-in-1 Bounce Elephant for $22 + free shipping - CNET

Toys"R"Us offers the Fisher-Price 3-in-1 Bounce, Stride, and Ride Elephant, model no. BFH56, for $22.49 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $8, although we saw it for $3 less in November. (Most retailers charge $41 or more.)It features three play functions, light-up buttons, and over 30 songs, sounds, and phrases. Two AAA batteries are required (included).

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Fisher-Price Smart Stages Scooter for $15 + pickup at Toys"R"Us - CNET

Toys"R"Us offers the Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Smart Stages Scooter in Red, model no. CGX01, for $15. Choose in-store pickup to avoid the $5.99 shipping charge. That's $3 under our December mention, the best deal now by $8, and the lowest price we've seen. It features three levels of play and is intended for children 12 months to four years.

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Refurb VTech InnoTab 3S WiFi Learning Tablet for $35 + free shipping - CNET

As one of its daily deals, A4C offers the refurbished VTech InnoTab 3S WiFi Learning Tablet in Team Umizoomi, model no. 1588, for $34.95 with free shipping. That's $45 off and the lowest total price we could find. It features a 5" color touchscreen, 4GB internal memory, microSD card slot, 2-megapixel rotating camera, 20 pre-loaded apps and games, built-in microphone, and wall charger. Deal ends today.

A 90-day A4C warranty applies. Note that a battery pack is not included, and the tablet may have minor scratches and/or slight cosmetic defects due to prior usage.

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Hubsan X4 720p HD R/C Mini Quadcopter for $50 + free shipping - CNET

As one of its daily deals, B&H Photo Video offers the Hubsan X4 720p HD Radio Control Mini Quadcopter, model no. H107C+, for $49.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $20. It features a 720p HD camera with video recording, 6-axis gyro, 4-channel 2.4GHz control, and up to seven minutes of flight per charge. Deal ends today.

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Sunday, February 28, 2016

Whoopi Goldberg Confused for Oprah on Oscars 2016 Red Carpet

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Vera Bradley Baby Bear for $5 + free shipping - CNET

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Imaginarium Mountain Rock Train Table for $100 + pickup at Toys"R"Us - CNET

Toys"R"Us via eBay offers the Imaginarium Mountain Rock Train Table for $99.99. Choose in-store pickup to avoid the $19.99 shipping charge. That's tied with our mention from three weeks ago and the lowest price we could find today by $20. It features over 100 pieces and 23 feet of track and includes a 2-tower bridge, 2-level mountain tunnel, 4-door roundhouse, crane, passenger train station, and fueling station.

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Watch “Preachers of Atlanta” Episode 4

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“Preachers of Atlanta” Season 1 Episode 4 aired on Oxygen Wednesday night (Feb 24).

Canton Jones urges his protégé to settle a grudge with his father, Pastor Corey tries to reconcile his past with his mother, and Le’Andria receives a shocking request.

Watch “Preachers of Atlanta” Season 1 Episode 4 (VIDEO) Here:

About the show (via Oxygen):

“Preachers of Atlanta” offers a fresh perspective on men and women of the cloth determined to meet people in their current circumstances in order to inspire a resurgence of faith. Their ministries include communicating spiritual messages through hip-hop lyrics and venturing into the neighborhoods of Atlanta to find those in need. The pastors are real, passionate, and unashamed in their transparency, using their imperfections and out-of-the-box ways to reach a new generation for God.

Through the lens of five pastors with drastically different approaches to their ministry, the show explores many of the most hot-button and polarizing issues in America today. From passionate discussions surrounding the validity of unorthodox ministry methods to first-person accounts of the rippling and emotional effects of racial tensions with law enforcement, these unconventional preachers have no boundaries when it comes to tackling real issues that affect real people in their communities. The five preachers challenging the status quo are Pastor Corey Hambrick, Pastor Le’Andria Johnson, Pastor Canton Jones, Pastor Kimberly Jones-Pothier, and Pastor Judah Swilley.

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Saturday, February 27, 2016

3-in-1 Ride On Push Car for $36 + free shipping - CNET

Best Choice Products via eBay offers its Best Choice Products 3-in-1 Ride On Push Car in Red, model no. SKY1787, for $35.59 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $14, although it was a buck less three weeks ago. It features musical steering wheel buttons, storage compartment, and easy push and pull handle.

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