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Business Upturn
05-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Flexi-View Lending Celebrating Freedom and Financial Empowerment This Independence Day
LOS ANGELES, July 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As we gather with loved ones this July 4th to enjoy fireworks, barbecue, and community spirit, we at Flexi-View Lending want to take a moment to honor the heart of what Independence Day means: freedom, opportunity, and the courage to build a better future. For 248 years, Americans have celebrated our nation's birth with pride and purpose. On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence marked more than a break from colonial rule—it sparked a national identity rooted in resilience, self-determination, and the pursuit of prosperity for all. At Flexi-View Lending, these values inspire everything we do. Financial Freedom Is Modern Independence In today's world, financial stability plays a crucial role in personal independence. Whether you're buying a home, consolidating debt, funding a small business, or simply managing life's unexpected expenses, access to the right financial solutions can make all the difference. That's why at Flexi-View Lending, we're committed to offering flexible, transparent, and responsible lending options designed around you. Just like the patriots who believed in building a country from the ground up, we believe everyone deserves a chance to build a stronger financial future—one decision at a time. A Time to Reflect and Renew As we celebrate this historic day, it's also a moment to reflect. The freedom we enjoy today was hard-won and must never be taken for granted. The same applies to financial freedom. It's not always easy—it requires education, smart planning, and the right support. Our mission is to empower every client with the tools and insights they need to take control of their financial path. We believe that lending isn't just about numbers—it's about people, dreams, and the everyday steps toward lasting independence. Our Promise to You As Executive Director of Flexi-View Lending, I am deeply proud of the role we play in helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals. On this Independence Day, I want to reaffirm our commitment to: Integrity in every interaction in every interaction Innovation in our services and solutions in our services and solutions Inclusion in making lending accessible to more Americans in making lending accessible to more Americans Independence by supporting our clients' long-term financial wellness Whether you're new to credit or navigating a complex financial decision, our team is here to guide you—because we believe that true independence means having the freedom to choose your future with confidence. Honoring Those Who Make It Possible Today, we also salute the brave men and women in uniform—past and present—who protect our freedoms at home and abroad. Your service allows us to pursue our dreams, speak our minds, and live in a nation where opportunity remains within reach. To our military families, veterans, and first responders: we thank you. Your sacrifice reminds us that independence is a gift and a responsibility. Let Freedom Ring As the fireworks light up the sky and we sing the national anthem with pride, let us also remember that every act of responsibility, every goal achieved, and every community strengthened adds to the legacy of freedom in this country. This July 4th let's celebrate not only the founding of a nation—but the individual victories that keep the American dream alive, every day. From all of us at Flexi-View Lending, we wish you and your loved ones a safe, joyful, and meaningful Independence Day. Happy 4th of July! Media Contact:James McDonough Email: [email protected] Phone: (209) 782-8062 Website:
Scotsman
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Dangbei Freedo review: portable Google TV projector with long battery life
The Dangbei Freedo is completely wireless | Dangbei This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Consumer technology writer has been using the impressive new Dangbei Freedo - which has enough battery power to outlast most movies Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... I've been lucky enough to review quite a few of Dangbei's projectors, and they've all been pretty impressive. But this one's a bit different. It's the Dangbei Freedo, and it's the firm's first wireless, truly portable Google TV projector and Dangbei says it has a big enough battery built in to polish off a two-and-a-half-hour film. That's enough for most movies released in the UK. Portable projectors are extremely useful for a wide variety of applications. For me, it means I have the freedom of taking it away camping with me, or I can use it in the garden to round off a relaxing evening. It's roughly the same size as a Stanley Cup | Amazon Its claim of being able to last the length of an average movie is pretty critical then. And I loaded up Netflix and asked it to list movies that last over two hours. Fast X was my choice, at two hours 21 seconds. With a full battery, full brightness, and the volume ramped up a bit, I settled in. Towards the end of the movie, I did get a warning that the battery was getting low, and I had the option to dim the screen in an eco mode, but there was no need. It went the distance with just a few percent remaining. Impressive stuff. The Freedo is an impressive thing to hold, with lovely build quality and I love the protective polystyrene case it comes in. The protective case is a really nice addition The unit itself looks like an upturned microphone, with concealed sockets for USB charging, and only one button - to turn it off and on with. There's a remote control that manages all its features and functions, and it's nice and compact, with shortcuts to the key streaming services. The native Google TV system is a great addition, because it means you can log in and find all your familiar apps to load up, and get straight on with the job of finding content. The built-in speaker is adequate, rather than impressive, at only six watts, but the inclusion of 360-degree Dolby sound is a welcome touch. For its size, and for the price, the brightness is pretty impressive - but low ambient light is still a must | Dangbei It only has 1080p, one would hope a 4K version is in the works, and with just 450 lumens, it needs to be pretty dark before your image becomes clear enough. But it's better than most compact projectors. Setting up the focus and keystoning is easy enough because they're automatic, but I did find some fine-tuning was occasionally necessary, especially the focus. That's easier said than done, because the menu is a tad cumbersome, and the simplified remote doesn't help. Hook it up to a power bank and you can binge-watch all night | Dangbei But it's hard not to like the Freedo. As Dangbei's first attempt at what is becoming a critical addition to the world of compact projectors, it's very good. And then there's the price. As standard, the Freedo costs £599, but expect to find it quite widely for £499. And, if you're lucky, you might catch an Amazon voucher that brings the price down to £429.99. That's a fair price for a quality projector with cutting-edge tech built in. In fact, I can't help but compare it to the Nebula Capsule 3, which I've also tested. That has a similar battery life, the same operating system, but fewer lumens, a less immersive sound, and it doesn't have a rotating stand, so it's less versatile. Although it is arguably more compact. It's also a similar price to the Dangbei Freedo, but with its brighter lamp, and better sound quality, it's the nicer projector to use. Energy bills just went up – but this free tool could save you £388 a year With energy costs rising, Switcheroo helps you find cheaper deals in minutes. It's free, easy to use, and only shows tariffs that beat your current rate from suppliers like British Gas and Octopus. No calls, no pressure – just potential savings, with average users cutting £388 off their annual bill. To read our full article click here, or try out the Switcheroo tool straight away by clicking here.
Scotsman
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Dangbei Freedo review: portable Google TV projector with long battery life
The Dangbei Freedo is completely wireless | Dangbei This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Consumer technology writer has been using the impressive new Dangbei Freedo - which has enough battery power to outlast most movies Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... I've been lucky enough to review quite a few of Dangbei's projectors, and they've all been pretty impressive. But this one's a bit different. It's the Dangbei Freedo, and it's the firm's first wireless, truly portable Google TV projector and Dangbei says it has a big enough battery built in to polish off a two-and-a-half-hour film. That's enough for most movies released in the UK. Portable projectors are extremely useful for a wide variety of applications. For me, it means I have the freedom of taking it away camping with me, or I can use it in the garden to round off a relaxing evening. It's roughly the same size as a Stanley Cup | Amazon Its claim of being able to last the length of an average movie is pretty critical then. And I loaded up Netflix and asked it to list movies that last over two hours. Fast X was my choice, at two hours 21 seconds. With a full battery, full brightness, and the volume ramped up a bit, I settled in. Towards the end of the movie, I did get a warning that the battery was getting low, and I had the option to dim the screen in an eco mode, but there was no need. It went the distance with just a few percent remaining. Impressive stuff. The Freedo is an impressive thing to hold, with lovely build quality and I love the protective polystyrene case it comes in. The protective case is a really nice addition The unit itself looks like an upturned microphone, with concealed sockets for USB charging, and only one button - to turn it off and on with. There's a remote control that manages all its features and functions, and it's nice and compact, with shortcuts to the key streaming services. The native Google TV system is a great addition, because it means you can log in and find all your familiar apps to load up, and get straight on with the job of finding content. The built-in speaker is adequate, rather than impressive, at only six watts, but the inclusion of 360-degree Dolby sound is a welcome touch. For its size, and for the price, the brightness is pretty impressive - but low ambient light is still a must | Dangbei It only has 1080p, one would hope a 4K version is in the works, and with just 450 lumens, it needs to be pretty dark before your image becomes clear enough. But it's better than most compact projectors. Setting up the focus and keystoning is easy enough because they're automatic, but I did find some fine-tuning was occasionally necessary, especially the focus. That's easier said than done, because the menu is a tad cumbersome, and the simplified remote doesn't help. Hook it up to a power bank and you can binge-watch all night | Dangbei But it's hard not to like the Freedo. As Dangbei's first attempt at what is becoming a critical addition to the world of compact projectors, it's very good. And then there's the price. As standard, the Freedo costs £599, but expect to find it quite widely for £499. And, if you're lucky, you might catch an Amazon voucher that brings the price down to £429.99. That's a fair price for a quality projector with cutting-edge tech built in. In fact, I can't help but compare it to the Nebula Capsule 3, which I've also tested. That has a similar battery life, the same operating system, but fewer lumens, a less immersive sound, and it doesn't have a rotating stand, so it's less versatile. Although it is arguably more compact. It's also a similar price to the Dangbei Freedo, but with its brighter lamp, and better sound quality, it's the nicer projector to use. Energy bills just went up – but this free tool could save you £388 a year With energy costs rising, Switcheroo helps you find cheaper deals in minutes. It's free, easy to use, and only shows tariffs that beat your current rate from suppliers like British Gas and Octopus. No calls, no pressure – just potential savings, with average users cutting £388 off their annual bill.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Top Russian official visits North Korea to meet Kim
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A top Russian security official traveled to North Korea on Friday to meet leader Kim Jong Un, after North Korea recently reportedly sent additional troops to Russia to support its war against Ukraine. A brief dispatch by Russia's state-run news agency Tass reported that Sergey Shoigu, Russia's Security Council secretary, had arrived in Pyongyang, the North Korean capital, and plans to meet top North Korean officials including Kim. It gave no further details including what Shoigu would discuss with Kim. North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency confirmed the arrival of a Russian delegation led by Shoigu but didn't provide details on the purpose of their visit. Shoigu's visit comes after Ukraine and Russia agreed in principle Wednesday to a limited ceasefire after President Donald Trump spoke with the countries' leaders, though it remained to be seen when it might take effect and what possible targets would be off limits to attack. North Korea has been supplying a vast amount of conventional weapons to Russia, and last fall it sent about 10,000 to 12,000 troops to Russia as well, according to U.S., South Korean and Ukraine intelligence officials. In late February, South Korea's spy agency said North Korea appeared to have sent additional troops to Russia. South Korean media put the number of newly sent North Korean soldiers at about 1,000 to 3,000. South Korea, the U.S. and others suspect North Korea is receiving economic and military assistance from Russia in return for providing weapons and troops. Many experts say North Korea will likely ramp up its support of Russia to win as much benefits as possible from Russia before the war ends. Shoigu's trip could be related to Kim's possible trip to Russia, some observers say. In June 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Pyongyang and signed a major mutual defense treaty with Kim. At the time, Putin invited Kim to visit Moscow. In 2023, when Shoigu, then a defense minister, traveled to North Korea, Kim gave him a personal tour of a North Korean arms exhibition in what outside critics likened to a sales pitch. In September 2024, Shoigu, then with the new security council post, went to North Korea again for a meeting with Kim, and the two discussed expanding cooperation, according to North Korea's state media. Earlier Friday, KCNA said Kim oversaw the test-launches of new anti-aircraft missiles the previous day. It cited Kim as calling the missiles 'another major defense weapons system' for North Korea. The missile launches, North Korea's sixth weapons testing activity this year, occurred on the same day that the U.S. and South Korean militaries concluded their annual training that North Korea views as an invasion rehearsal. The 11-day Freedom Shield command post exercise was the allies' first major joint military exercises since the inauguration of President Donald Trump in January, and the two countries held diverse field training exercises alongside the Freedom Shield drills. North Korea's Defense Ministry alleged Friday the recent U.S.-South Korean drills involved simulations to destroy underground tunnels in the North to remove its nuclear weapons. An unidentified ministry spokesperson said the U.S. and South Korea would face 'the gravest consequences they do not want,' if they perform similar provocative actions again. North Korea often churns out warlike rhetoric and threats of attacks when the U.S. and South Korea militaries conduct big drills. South Korea's Unification Ministry on Friday warned North Korea not to use its defensive drills with the U.S. as a pretext to launch provocations. Trump has said he's willing to reach out to Kim to revive their nuclear diplomacy, but North Korea hasn't made any public responses to Trump's overture. Many experts say Kim, now preoccupied with his support of Russia's war efforts against Ukraine, won't likely embrace Trump's outreach anytime soon, but could seriously consider it when the war ends. Kim and Trump met three times in 2018-19 to discuss North Korea's possible nuclear disarmament, but their diplomacy eventually fell apart due to disputes over U.S.-led economic sanctions on North Korea. Hyung-jin Kim, The Associated Press
