We are intrigued by the Cubibot, a new 3d printer on Kickstarter.
According to Cubibot:
Cubibot is an affordable, user-friendly, high-quality 3D printer with a compact and dynamic design made to fit your lifestyle. Cubibot balances functionality and ease of use without compromising features. Matching the performance and quality of expensive, professional 3D printers at an affordable cost, Cubibot enables you to realize all your imaginations!
It seems like a solidly designed device and would work well in educational environments, especially since it is completely enclosed and it offers an on-board air filter too.
From their Kickstarter Page here are some interesting highlights to the printer:
We are going to get a review unit later on and at that point we can test, review and let people know our opinion of it.
So far we are impressed with the design and implementation.
We recently received samples of Med Biotech’s Tumeric CBD Capsules.
I had not previously tried Marijuana or CBD, which in nearly 50 years of life is pretty significant. I am type 2 diabetic, and acid reflex issues as well as off and on stomach pain from the Metformin and other medicines that I have taken for the last 13+ years. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes when I was 36.
Here are some details on medbiotech’s CBD/Tumeric Capsules:
CBD Meds Biotech capsules are pharmacist formulated CBD capsules which contain a regular dose of Turmeric.
I have been trying the capsules for about 2.5 weeks. I usually take 2 per day each morning. In the last 2 plus weeks, they have helped my stomach issues quite a bit. I usually have stomach issues, like having to run to the bathroom with stomach pain at least twice per week, sometimes more. My wife is a great cook, but makes spicy food quite often. Between the awesome food and my medicines, I also typically have had bad acid reflux almost daily for the last year or so. Since I started taking the CBD Tumeric Pills, my acid reflux is about 90% better and my stomach issues have been almost entirely gone. I have also noticed that my blood sugar has been averaging 20-30 points lower than it was prior to taking the cbd/tumeric pills. I have not noticed any other affects from taking them. I am asperger’s and have heard that their are some benefits to using CBD but I have not noticed any serious impact from their use in that respect so far. My benefits have been a reduction in intestinal issues, acid reflux and a blood sugar decrease. I am am not a doctor and can not guarantee how they would work for other people but they are having some positive impact on my body. These are THC free so they will not impact you in a “drug” type of way. I would recommend trying them for your self to judge their affect on your and your system.
According to Meds Biotech:
Harvested From Our Farms.
Our Non-GMO organically-grown plants are manually selected with careful precision, then gently harvested and dried under the most ideal conditions.
Quality Check.
Our raw materials are constantly quality tested to ensure that they meet highest standards.
CO2 Extraction.
Supercritical Extraction is one of our most gentle approaches to extract high-quality CBD, which retains the naturally occurring beneficial molecules in the hemp plant.
Lab Tested.
Every batch of an extract is lab-tested to ensure a consistent product and to achieve the utmost purity in our products. We carefully supervise the entire process, from growth to manufacturing, and distribution.
Here is an interesting and beneficial article on turmeric and its’ benefits:
Please see this highly relevant article that talks about the numerous benefits of turmeric. It really is a remarkable spice with tons of healing benefits, and we feel everyone should know about it!
AFFORDABLE COLOR-CHANGING LED MOOD LIGHTING SOLUTIONS –
OFFERING INSTANT AMBIENCE STARTING AT $25 PER ROOM
Perfect for Parties, Holidays or Just Everyday Mood Lighting, Totally Modular,
Affordable “Monster Illuminessence” Kit Delivers the Look and Quality of
Professional LED Lighting that’s easy to use and works right out of the box.
Brisbane, CA, December 21, 2018 – Monster®, the world leader in premium headphones, speakers and power accessories, today announced the debut of a bright new product category with Monster Illuminessence, an easy-to-use color-changing LED Lighting System that makes the fun and excitement of professional quality LED lighting significantly more affordable than ever before. Ideal for parties, holiday decorating or just everyday lighting fun, Monster Illuminessence lets you create instant mood and ambience, without the hassle of complicated devices and software set-up. Notable, because it uses a simple RF touch remote system that works right of the box. Monster Illuminessence is available today at Wal-Mart. For more information visit Monsterstore.com
Monster Illuminessence is easier to setup and use than Bluetooth or Wi-Fi products on the market. The new Monster Illuminessence line includes kits for large rooms, small rooms, light strips, bulbs, and longer power extension kits.
“Illuminessence is the start of a great thing for Monster,” noted Head Monster Noel Lee. “Lighting is a critical element for creating the perfect ambience for any situation. Imagine concerts or dance clubs without special lighting or Halloween “spookfests” without orange and black lighting. In an instant, almost like magic, great lighting creates a whole new atmosphere and ambience. Monster Illuminessence gives everyone the opportunity to enjoy a stunning, professional quality LED light experience without the complicated set-up or the budget-killing price.”
Kevin Lee, Monster’s COO, added “Monster has always been about improving the music experience through better sound. And now we’re excited about making ambient mood lighting control affordable and simple to use for everyone for a better music experience.”
Simple Monster Illuminessence Multitouch Remote Controls It All!
With Monster Illuminessence, the simple multitouch RF remote control puts all the color-changing lighting power in the palm of your hand, allowing you splash light and color all over your home in an instant, turn the lights on and off, or even dim them all at once for a special effect. You can also select preset programmed modes like “Sunset” or “Lounge” for relaxation, of “Club” for parties – and the lights change automatically to set the mood. Special modes for holidays like Halloween, Christmas, and even the 4th of July help you celebrate in bright style! Additionally, users can opt for a pure “White” which delivers bright white light for everyday use.
Modular System Lets You Choose Perfect Size Kit for Any Room
With Monster Illuminessence, LED lighting is easy to install and easy to use, allowing versatile, fun and useful lighting at the touch of a button. And because the system is completely modular, you can choose exactly the kit that best fits your room size. Each kit includes a different combination of LED color-changing bulbs and LED strips to suit your needs. Simply screw in the bulb to any light fixture, remove the adhesive on the LED strip and stick it below your bed, bar, kitchen cabinetry, or anywhere you want to add instant mood and ambience. Best of all, it’s easy to expand lights and rooms with additional Monster Illuminessence kits. You can pair up to four Illuminessence remotes with up to 30 different LED bulbs or strips in each group for the right light throughout your home.
Mood Lighting Kit Large
1x Multicolor RF remote control
2x Multicolor/White LED dimmable bulbs
2x 6.5ft extra bright multicolour/white dimmable 60-LED strips
USB powered, NO MAINS ADAPTER INCLUDED
Mood Lighting Kit Small
1x Multicolor RF remote control
1x Multicolor/White LED dimmable bulbs
1x 6.5ft extra bright multicolor/white dimmable 60-LED strips
USB powered, NO MAINS ADAPTER INCLUDED
Mood Lightstrip 3-Pack
1x Multicolor RF remote control
2x 6.5ft extra bright multicolor/white dimmable 60-LED strips
USB powered, NO MAINS ADAPTER INCLUDED
Mood Lightstrip XL
1x Multicolor RF remote control
1x 16.4ft extra bright multicolor/white dimmable 150-LED strips
USB powered, NO MAINS ADAPTER INCLUDED
Extension Cable and Charger
10ft 5V USB extension power cable
Power adapter with USB plug (not for sale internationally)
Celebrating its 40th Anniversary, Monster® has been a catalyst for innovation and big ideas. After discovering that cables in hi-fi systems influenced the sound, Head Monster Noel Lee developed Monster Cable, which became an immediate hit with music lovers. Monster® went on to engineer the sound of Beats® headphones, and has now become the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance headphones, all featuring Pure Monster Sound™ technology. Today, the company offers advanced connectivity solutions for professional musicians, home entertainment, computing, mobile and gaming, as well as high performance AC Power and conditioning products. Monster® continues to lead in innovation, with over 500 Patents granted and 100 patents pending worldwide, offering more than 5,000 products in over 160 countries. Monster® also prides itself in helping those who are in less-than-fortunate circumstances through Monster Cares. Above all, Monster® does what it does Because the Music Matters.
We recently received samples of their new lighting, did some testing in different environments and are quite impressed by the quality and ease of use of the new lighting products created by Monster. I was first exposed to Monster products when I worked at Circuit City in Car Audio in the late 1980’s..they certainly have come along way and have done quite well for themselves!
I have never tried any type of CBD products and have never tried any Marijuana Products either. I am on the autism spectrum as are my 3 kids. I am also have type 2 Diabetes. Every time that I go to a trade event or street fair or autism event I have heard about CBD Products. Now that Marijuana is also legal in Nevada I have heard more and more and more about the health benefits of CBD products. We recently were contacted by the Pr folks who work with several companies that are reputable and produce CBD products. We are going to have the opportunity to test and review a variety of CBD products in the next month. Soon we will be getting CBD Gummy Bears from Meds Biotech.
Once we have the samples from Meds Biotech we will try, review and report back on our perceptions as to what they actually do in terms of their impact on the body such as reducing back pain or anxiety. see https://www.medsbiotech.com/collections/cbd-edibles
In regards to Meds Biotech:
Expertly Made
Their products are specially formulated by CBD experts.
100% Natural CBD
Their CBD is 100% natural with no synthetics to ensure the highest quality.
No THC
Their CBD contains no THC, which is the psychoactive agent of hemp.
According to their website:
A New Frontier In Pharmaceutical CBD.
Trust in Meds Biotech to deliver the highest quality, best CBD products, using all-natural ingredients, 100% organic hemp and the highest methods of production.
According to Web MD:
MONDAY, May 7, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Cannabidiol (CBD) oil has become the hot new product in states that have legalized medical marijuana.
The non-intoxicating marijuana extract is being credited with helping treat a host of medical problems — everything from epileptic seizures to anxiety to inflammation to sleeplessness.
I have heard locally that some people say that CBD has helped with body pain, reducing blood sugar as well as stress.
We will test and review the products that we get and will report back as to their effects.
How does CBD Work?
CBD oil works in conjunction with the endocannabinoid system. Because CBD is a cannabinoid, it helps to supplement the body’s natural cannabinoids, in turn strengthening the endocannabinoid system. In other words, the endocannabinoid system is a vast system of cannabinoid receptors. Furthermore, the body itself produces its own natural cannabinoids. CBD oil or cannabidiol, in general, is known as a phytocannabinoid (plant-based cannabinoid) which can help to supplement the endocannabinoid system (ECS).
CBD edibles are usually found in something sweet, like CBD gummies. It’s a great way to get your daily dose of pharmacist-formulated CBD oil, especially if you are an on-the-go person who doesn’t have time to relax with an oil or something else.
Turmeric is an excellent addition to your CBD oil, which is why we put in in our CBD capsules. Some studies show that turmeric helps as a possible antioxidant, an anti-inflammatory, and with heart health.
We are looking forward to testing and reviewing the samples that we receive to get an idea of how they work and their impact on the body.
We appreciate all of our friends and supporters. I appreciate my wife and 3 young adult children!
So far this year has been better than last year. In January I will start the alternative route to licensing for High School science teaching! I also sell solar and other construction products too!
God or Gods bless all depending on your perspective..
David Berkowitz
President, blogger, 3d print guy, teacher in training, aspie father of 3 with autism, and army veteran as well as solar sales guy!
We also saw Ricoh and a new and interesting printer that can print on Shirts.
We saw several interesting audio and headphone companies, a few Robotics companies, Faucet companies-Moen and Kohler too.
We were impressed by Rylo’s 360 degree action cameras as well as their accessories.
We would love to get one to test and review!
We also got to meet the Folks from Mykronoz, who made my cool watch. We had been involved in their kickstarter efforts and are impressed by their awesome smart watches. At the show they are introducing their petite version of their Zetime watch. They offer the first Swiss Smart watch with mechanical hands!
Overall we were impressed by what we saw at CES 2018, Unveiled and will have continuing coverage as well as Youtube videos of products and interviews too!
For people on the Autism Spectrum, the world is a difficult place, full of sensory overload, unpleasantness, bullying and frustration. School, work and social events are all difficult situations to handle for people with ASD because of their unusual sensitivity to any kind of sensory assault, such as loud noises, bright lights and crowds. Technology can be particularly hard to deal with for people with ASD, as the noises, lights and stimulation associated to it can be too much to handle.
A home is a sanctuary for everyone, where everyone feels a sense of serenity, safety and peace of mind. It’s even more important for a person or child diagnosed with autism and understanding how to make an autism friendly home is very important.
We have already looked at how to make work spaces autism friendly; let’s look at how to make living conditions ideal for those who are on the Autism Spectrum.
Remodel the Sensory Environment
Making a home autism friendly isn’t easy, as it does require some renovating and some lifestyle changes; it can be challenging for siblings and parents who also have needs and would like to invite friends, make noise, choose new foods or otherwise complicate life. Family life is not always calm and changes are sometimes inevitable.
Avoid using fluorescent lights, which can induce anxiety and stress; soft, natural lighting is better for mood and attention. Certain colors of light – such as blue – have also been shown to help with creativity and calmness.
Another good idea is to have one area of the home filled with bright colors and technological activities for the whole family, such as a television and a stereo, and another area with soft colors, blank walls, quiet activities such as books and soft textures.
Technology Can Help
When refurbishing your home to make it accessible for autistic people, technology can be a great help. For example, a white noise machine in the bedroom can be an excellent way to calm down and stimulate sleep while reducing sensory overload. For maximum efficiency, limit the use of electric light after sunset. Noise reducing headphones can be another solution to reduce sensory overload, whereas normal headphones can be used by other members of the family to listen to music or use other noisy devices such as video game consoles.
Certain types of portable technology, such as smartphones, computers and tablets, can also be useful and can provide an excellent tool to keep in the house. Many people with ASD are stimulated by computers and technology if used in the correct way. Today, there are thousands of applications which provide assistive technology to help communications. These can benefit people with ASD as they stimulate learning and communication while responding always in an expected manner. A computer or app is predictable, as the user knows exactly what the computer’s response will be when a specific action is completed, unlike interactions with people. This consistency is comforting and feels safe to people with ASD.
Keep an Eye Out for Stress
Remember that a person with ASD might not always be able to communicate exactly what the problem is, so a little detective work might be necessary. By remaining always attentive, it is possible to identify the problem and brainstorm simple solutions to fix the issue.
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