A Sneak Peak at car Force One: The Most High Tech Cab in New York Today

If you happen to be in New York, there's a good chance you'll get to see the hottest and coolest taxi cab there is...it's none other than the Car Force One. Sounds intimidating, right? And no, it's not the official car of President Barack Obama however, it is one ride that's fit for His Excellency. The Car Force One, which is founded and currently owned by Ishai (last name not revealed), is a luxury car service that transports you around New York along with tons of up-to-date amenities with no additional charge.

According to Ishai, his company's goal is to achieve full customer satisfaction. “My company is not about the car, it’s about the service. It’s for the clients,” said Ishai. Since July 2009, Ishai has been a cab driver and has been developing his vehicles with the help of his creative team. So what's in store with the most high-tech cab in New York? His 2011 Chevrolet SUV's loaded with gadgets such as an Xbox 360, which will be upgraded to Sony PlayStation 4 once it goes available, a 23-inch Samsung HD monitor, cable TV with premium HD channels, a Blu-Ray player, 4G Internet connection, a fully functioning laptop, refreshments, and the list goes on.

Ishai created the Car Force One with 3 visions in mind -- convenience and comfort, multimedia entertainment, and a fully-equipped mobile office. These are major plus points, especially for people in New York, who always do business even when traveling and wants everything done in a jiffy. And if you still can't get enough of the cool gadgets that you can possibly experience with this vehicle, here's a more elaborate list.

Convenience and Comfort	Multimedia Entertainment	Mobile Office
Chargers for iPhone 4, 4s, 5, 5c, 5s, Samsung and BlackBerry phones on every side/seat	23-inch full HD 1920 x 1080p monitor that’s hooked up for 5 different uses:  - Internet, Blu-ray movies, live cable TV, gaming console and pictures and videos from SD card reader.	Fully functioning laptop hooked up to 23-inch monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse
Fully functioning laptop hooked up to 23-inch monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse	Gaming console (Xbox 360 for now, he has already ordered PS4)	4G Wi-Fi that clients can connect to on their own devices
2 Power and 2 USB outlets in front	Samsung Blu-ray player	3 mobile printers: - 4 x 6 photo printer - an all-in-one scanner/printer - an HP OfficeJet printer
Climate control unit to adjust seat heaters, fan speed, car temperature and radio station tuner	Live cable TV (Time Warner) with premium channels such as Disney and HBO	Full-size wireless keyboard (held in place with Velcro)
Remote controls throughout car to adjust lighting on/off and dimming	2 headrest monitors hooked up to Blu-ray player	Wireless mouse (snaps in place with magnetic holder)
Phone holders near charging cables on sides of car	Theater surround-sound system	Adjustable table as a writing surface that holds the keyboard and mouse
Cup holders	More than 200 titles of Blu- ray movies in a 2TB hard drive, an additional 30 titles for kids	SD card reader for memory card file transfer
Overhead vanity/”makeup” mirrors for every seat	Up-to-date magazines and newspapers
Mobile “bathroom,” as a client called it, side dock with: - Victoria’s Secret lotions and colognes - hand sanitizers - Wet Ones to go - Kleenex to go	Lights of 6 different colors: - green in front for the flowers, - purple - blue - red in third row for “It’s like Amsterdam back there” - modified white interior car lights - yellow adjustable reading light - Strobe/party lights in bottom of middle row
3 coolers (2 for now) that serve as mini-bars, offering cold drinks such as: - bottled water - orange juice - apple juice - Diet Coke - Sprite - Coors Light (Plans to add fruit salad cups)
Mobile baby station with: - bottle warmer - baby wipes warmer - paper towels
Adjustable individual reading lights
Flowers (on the weekends)
Neck pillows, sleeping mask
2 full-size umbrellas, adding 2 smaller ones
Infant and toddler car seats and boosters
- First aid kit - Emergency seat belt cutter - Window breaker - Fire extinguisher
Cleaning at car wash every 2 weeks

Dying to get a ride in the Car Force One? Reservations start at $45 for a trip from the Upper West Side to Wall Street, while shorter distances start at $35. Not a bad deal since the same trip will set you back some $30 in a regular yellow cab during moderate traffic, including a 20% tip. According to Ishai, a minimum fee for reservations is imposed because of the commitment it makes, as well as the opportunity cost involved. The company also doesn't charge cancellation or change fees. For regulars, he offers better rates and sometimes even offers free rides for short trips when he's not busy during his in-between client time.

Here's the catch, though. If you are planning to make a reservation of the Car Force One today and expect to get a ride the next day, then you're in for a huge disappointment. Making a reservation of the Car Force One should be done as early as possible because of its very tight schedule. The company receives bookings for March as early as 6-9 months before the book date. Most customers hire the company's high-tech vehicle for airport and business pickups.

You can make an online reservation by going to the Car Force One website, log in using the "carforceone" username and "president" as the password. You will be required to open an account for 15% off posted rates. Mr. Ishai is now planning of upgrading his gadgets with those that will be featured in the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, which he will be attending this coming January. Some of the upgrades he's planning to make are:

• A 4K or 3D monitor (without glasses)
• Wireless phone charging dock
• A Karaoke machine
• Heated or cool cup holders
• A mousepad that can be used on the lap 

But what makes the Car Force One extra special, aside from its cool gadgets and complete amenities, is the reliability and customer service that the customer gets every time they avail of the company's service. Because of this, Ishai's regular customers grow in numbers, and he also gets to be their confidant for some! Although, for people who gets to see this awesome cab for the first time, it's the up-to-date technology that it offers is mainly the head-turner of New York's one and only, Car Force One.

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Awesome Gadgets That Can Make You Stay Fit

Admit it, we all love gadgets. Whenever a new one comes out, it becomes a trend on all forms of media. Whether we want to use it for entertainment, surfing, music, health, or simply just to brag it around to your friends, gadgets catch our attention one way or another. Gadgets that help you improve and monitor your health are now widely used simply because they are designed to help make the best out of your workout sessions, track your health progress, and have fun while sweating it out at the same time. Here are some health-oriented gadgets that all "calorie-counters" and "gym go-ers" will surely like.

Amiigo Fitness Bracelet

This is a 2-in-1 fitness bracelet that is designed to track and recognize every workout that you perform. The device has 2 parts: one is worn as a bracelet, and the other one on your shoe. It tracks your heart rate, blood oxygen level, and skin temperature. Other features include wireless charging and it's fully waterproof. Information on your activity is sent back to your iOS or Android device via Bluetooth connection. Price: $99 - $119

Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale

The Fitbit Aria is an ideal gadget for people who are regularly monitoring their weight. It is a bathroom scale that measures your weight and body fat, and syncs the stats to your Fitbit Web account where you can log and track your physical fitness activities, food intake, and even how much sleep you are getting. You can also use the data collected by the Fitbit Aria scale to other Fitbit apps. It has a stylish and low profile design with easy-to-see readouts. This device can be used by the entire family since it can support up to 8 users. Price: $129.95

Sportiiiis

For those who love cycling, check this out. Sportiiiis is a Heads Up Display (HUD) and audio system that provides instant visual feedback on your workout and racing data (Heart Rate, Cadence, Power, Speed, Pace, and other ANT+ compatible data). It has multi-colored LEDs positioned in your peripheral vision, which can be easily attached to virtually any pair of glasses. It's also included with a heart rate monitor and built-in speaker that gives out voice prompts with detailed levels of performance. Just do a simple tap on the unit and you will get a verbal update of your current workout, so it's less distracting and will still keep you focused on your track. Sportiiiis is also compatible with ANT+ enabled devices so that you can easily integrate it with your current training tools. Price: $149

Sensoria Smart Sock

Sensoria Smart Sock is another product innovation that allows you to track your activity, stride, speed, distance, calories, and most importantly, how your foot lands on the ground. It's specially designed for runners to help them determine how fast and how far they're running, and how to improve their running performance at the same time. It's ideal for runners, athletes, and personal trainers because it greatly helps in improving their running performance and reduce the risk of possible injuries. The Sensoria technology integrated in this sock provides foot landing technique analysis to detect heel pressure, and stride cadence to improve the wearer's performance. Imagine an ordinary sock with an anklet sensor and a virtual coach mobile app to provide visual analysis is considered a revolutionary way to stay safe and fit. Price: $119

BodyMedia FIT

Looking for an added boost in your weight loss program? Try the BodyMedia FIT system. It consists a wearable armband that measures the calories burned, steps taken, nutritional analysis, sleep quality, and monitors your exercise intensity. It also includes a free BodyMedia FIT app for your smartphone to provide you with real-time data on your workout sessions via Bluetooth connection with the armband. You can also log your food intake and create customized workouts using its Online Activity Manager. It's another great way to know your body, be healthy, and improve your lifestyle. The BodyMedia FIT system offers a 3-month free trial period. Price: $119.99

So lose that bulging tummy with the help of these cool fitness gadget companions.

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Convenience At One Call

Can you imagine living a life in a 21st century without Internet? I think most of us will have a hard time managing things without it. Just within the comfort of your home, you can pay bills and earn on the other hand. One click on the mouse will start your day right because you will be able to communicate to your loved ones wherever you are!

I realized how important it is in day-to-day basis when I lost internet connection on my laptop and I need to meet the deadlines, got to pay the bills and send important documents using email. I don't know where do I start and I feel helpless. Since I need the internet so bad, I tried to fix it on my own. For a non-techie consumer like me, I spent hours dealing with the concern by checking a few articles. I wish I knew someone that I can talk to and it should have been fixed by now. Will I be able to do this? Do I have all the time to spend for troubleshooting? Momentarily, I have to find a way to access the internet; go online directly to the modem. On my perspective, it may be with my laptop but I'm not sure. Though I was able to get online, it is not convenient for me to leave my laptop hardwired to the modem and this is not the network setup that I want to have.

As much as possible, I don't want to bother calling for tech support and not sure if they are available anytime or if they can fix my concern. I believe this is the best time. It's in the middle of the night and I can't help thinking how to solve this. I tried to search for a tech support company who has highly skilled technicians and will be able to assist me with this matter. I was able to talk to an engineer and he found out that there is a need for a driver update for the wireless adapter of my computer. Never thought of that though since I just had it for 2 years, in less than an hour, problem has been fixed!

For an internet-connected home setup, we should be at any time worry free and at ease that someone can lend a helping hand to provide resolution for all homenetworking concerns.

Have you experienced the same situation like mine? Please feel free to share it.

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For the Best Holiday Gift Ideas Go for Online Shopping and Discounted Prices

This holiday season, instead of going to retail stores searching for holiday gifts for your family and friends, or reading about those dreary “gift idea” lists that only promote a limited number of products, why not go online shopping this year for a change.

Online shopping stores carry many high quality and top branded products. They offer the best slashed, massively discounted, and bargain prices that are guaranteed on all products for all customers. As soon as you click on a homepage of any online shopping store, you will immediately see a wealth of product categories and listings with descriptions without the usual advertising.

Some examples of highly discounted items as gift ideas during the Christmas holidays include:

§  Universal chargers like emergency mobile chargers, mobile phone and digital camera chargers, iPod, iPhone USB capable chargers – great gift ideas for people who always need backup chargers.

§  First aid kits and boxes of any mix – great for dads or big brothers who need it for their workshops and garage.

§  Digital cameras, lenses, and accessories – great for those into hobby photography.

§  Notebooks, laptops, and accessories – for the techies and not so techie, or for mom or sister who always needed one, or check out these holiday gift ideas for your techie family.

Online shopping stores normally search out quality products by directly importing products from overseas factories, purchasing products in bulk from local suppliers, or buying products that are almost out of season. The products are very high quality and are then sold at greatly reduced prices, usually lower than retail prices of the same products even in large department stores.

Online shopping stores also guarantee that products bought from them are all under warranty and credit guarantee:

§  Products shown at online shopping sites are exactly the same brand and color, with a wide array to choose from, aside from those shown.

§  Online shopping sites have more stocks than most reputable retail stores.

§  Most retail stores do not have a credible online site established.

Since the purchase of any item includes the delivery, most online shopping stores advise customers to make purchases before December 10 so delivery can be made just before Christmas day.


Are you ready for the holiday season? Please feel free to share your gift ideas.

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