Author: Dax Nair
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Think You Know Unique Pickleball Serving Rules? Take This Quiz
Answers to Racquet Social Pickleball Serve Rules Quiz.
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Microsoft’s New Bing: My Take From An Early Preview
So, I got access to Microsoft’s New Bing. Since I had been using ChatGPT for a while, I figured joining the early preview waitlist for the much-touted AI-powered Bing made sense. As a Google loyalist, I had never felt the need for a new search engine beyond Google or a browser other than Chrome. However,…
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Exploring Havana: A Unique Journey Through Time and Culture
Havana, Cuba’s capital and largest city, is all about old-world charm. Steeped in history, culture, and tradition, Havana is the country’s principal port and commercial center. Whether you are a curious tourist exploring Havana or a history buff studying Cuba’s socioeconomic challenges, you’ll find that there is more to the city than vintage cars, rum,…
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Matter, the Smart Home Standard of the Future
When it comes to smart home gadgets, interoperability is not their strong suit. Apple, Amazon, Google, Samsung, and others make devices that work great within their ecosystem but struggle to play nice with each other. Matter, the new smart home standard is poised to change that. Matter-compliant devices can work with Wi-Fi or Thread, a new wireless…
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ChatGPT: Still Fascinating (and Still a Bit Worrisome)
✏️ Update: November 18, 2024 Have you tried ChatGPT yet? Remember when ChatGPT first appeared and everyone was amazed by its ability to hold a conversation and generate text that almost seemed human? It was a big deal back then, and AI has only gotten more advanced since. For those who haven’t had a chance…
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New York City: A Vibrant and Iconic Travel Destination
There is something about New York City that draws me to it. It’s not the cleanest or the most modern city I have ever seen. Yet, New York stands alone as the city I always love returning to. Its iconic landmarks, world-class museums, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant nightlife make me feel like a first-time visitor…
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Top Pickleball Paddle Brands You Can Trust
Updated on October 17, 2024 The growing popularity of pickleball in North America and around the globe has increased the number of available equipment options. It has become increasingly challenging for pickleball enthusiasts to distinguish reputable manufacturers from the numerous mass marketers and resellers. Although selecting the right paddle is not solely dependent on brand…
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Pickleball Paddle Buying Guide: Easy to Understand
✏️ Update: November 03, 2024 Pickleball paddle buying is no longer a matter of aesthetics and price. Wooden paddles have given way to aluminium, fiberglass, and graphite. Lighter paddles with larger sweet spots have translated to increased power and control for players. With manufacturers offering choices of materials, weight, thickness, and shape, you can now…
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Squash at its Best – J P Morgan Tournament of Champions
The J P Morgan Tournament of Champions (ToC), which wrapped up recently, was a demonstration of squash at its best. Top players, a unique venue, decent prize money, engaged fans, and major sponsors make this Platinum PSA tournament attractive for players and spectators. For those unfamiliar, the J P Morgan Tournament of Champions is one…
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10 Pickleball Rules That Confuse Players New to the Game
If you are new to pickleball, you will likely encounter some quirky terminology. For instance, “kitchen” refers to the non-volley zone, “dinks” are soft shots/drops that barely clear the net, and “pickled” refers to a team that loses a match without scoring any points (11-0). Terminology aside, pickleball rules can initially confuse players switching from…