PlayStation VR is the promised land for virtual reality on consoles

Update: PLAYSTATION VR LAUNCH BUNDLE is going to get a swath of new games in 2017, including The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Several new virtual reality games debuted at Sony's E3 2017 keynote, although almost none of them were given a release date. The good news is that plenty of fun titles are on their way. The bad news is that we don't have a definitive release date for any of them.

With the PlayStation VR, the world of virtual reality has made its way to consoles in a big way.

Previous headsets have not only been expensive themselves, but have also required expensive gaming PCs to have enough power to run them.

The PlayStation VR is different. Not only is the headset itself much cheaper than its competitors, but it also only requires a PS4 console to run.

Frankly, it's remarkable that such an affordable solution is as capable as it is.

It has its problems – the most notable of which is the fact that you'll need to buy a PlayStation Camera if you don't already own one, and then shell out for PlayStation Move Controllers on top of that to get the full experience – but by and large PlayStation VR proves that not only is console VR viable, but it's actually enjoyable, too.

We've now tried dozens of games on the console, from Rocksteady's impressive (but short) Batman: Arkham VR to the laugh-out-loud funny Job Simulator to the tear-jerking Wayward Sky and even a horror game – Until Dawn: Rush of Blood.

Some of these titles were more fun than others, obviously, but all of them made the same point: PlayStation VR doesn't suck.

Before we go on talking about PlayStation VR's finer points (and foibles), let's get the basics out of the way.


The system is sold in two varieties: the basic PlayStation VR package that only includes the PS VR system, headphones and all cabling required for. Another interesting pack-in is the PlayStation VR demo disc that comes with both packages and has a dozen-or-so titles ready for you to check out.

If you don't already own the PlayStation Camera or Move Motion Controllers, the Launch Day bundle is the better bet here – especially considering that you'll get one of the best games on the platform, PlayStation VR Worlds, for free.

Besides the PlayStation VR unit itself and the PlayStation Camera, all you'll need is a PS4 (the recently released Slim version, the three-year-old original or the ultra-powerful PS4 Pro will do), a PS4 DualShock 4 controller and a 6-foot by 10-foot play space that's well lit, but not too bright.

Trina Solar Panel Review Shows Great Performance in Hot Aussie Conditions

Thinking of putting Trina solar panels on your roof like a RENOGY 250 WATT SOLAR PANEL? Then finding a review that you can trust is critical. After all, unless you are an uber solar geek like me you probably have never heard of the Trina brand before (they are one of the biggest solar panel manufacturers on the planet by the way).

Reliable, honest solar panel reviews are very hard to come by. Why? Firstly because properly testing a solar panel takes at least a year – so that you get all the seasons. Secondly it takes a big investment in carefully calibrated measurement hardware.

Luckily there is a fantastic organisation who are more obsessed with solar that many would consider healthy. These guys have taken it upon themselves to fill a field with 151 different solar panel brands and measure their outputs through the seasons. Those are the guys who publish solar industry bible “Photon Magazine“. (Delivered to your door for about $500 per year if you are interested.)

Unfortunately for us Aussies, Photon Magazine’s field is in Germany, so it is not exactly “Australian conditions”. But don’t stop reading just yet! The good news is that we can make a valid extrapolation of the results to estimate how the tested panels will perform under our belting Aussie sun.

So let’s cut to the chase.
How did the Trina Solar Panel review rate their performance?

Very well. They got a “performance ratio” of 90.1%. This means that they perform to within 90.1% of their nameplate (STC) power.

What does that mean? Let’s use an example to illustrate: A 200W panel with a 90% Performance ratio will operate, in the real world, like a 180W panel. In the world of solar power, over 90% is actually the hallmark of a well made panel.

(If you want to learn why panels don’t get to a 100% performance ratio I go in to great detail as to why here)
Temperature Performance is Outstanding

But the standout result from the Trina solar panel review is a little number tucked away in the results called the “Temperature Coefficient”. The Trina TSM 250PC05 (also known as the “Honey” panel in their marketing spiel) measures a Temperature Coefficient of -0.41%/°C.

Woohoo!

Did you see I got excited there?

Now – I’m not going to bore you with the technicalities of this number – you can read about that here. All you need to know is that the closer to zero that number is the better. And this is the best temperature coefficient I’ve seen on a polycrystalline solar panel. (if you’ve seen better let me know in the comments!)

Trina are obviously doing something right.

The closer to zero this number, the better the panel will perform when the temperature of the panel goes over 25°C. Which is often in most parts of Australia.

So – if you are thinking of buying Trina for use in a warm part of Australia, I reckon it is a great choice. There are cheaper panels around, and there are much more expensive ones. Some of the more expensive panels (e.g. Sunpower) will outperform Trina, despite Temperature coefficients that are not quite as good, due to other technical innovations. But I’ve yet to see a cheaper panel that performs better in the heat.

Photon Magazine tested 3 Trina Solar Panels for their review, with the winning Temperature coefficient highlighted in red. Interesting that the 250W performed better than the 225W panel in the heat.

How to Secure Business Premises with Additional Security Lighting

With rising number of computer hacking incidents all the attention is being paid to computer security of businesses. While there is a definite need for online security you should not forget the security of your buildings as well. It is equally damaging if you lose precious items from inside the building instead of online data. You also need to pay attention to the security of your employees who work in the building. Recent incidents of gun violence in the U.S. has increased the need for heightened physical security in and around the building. One of the easiest way to provide this security is by installing security lights to ensure that there is sufficient lighting in all the areas of the building so that the criminals do not take advantage of the darkness to harm your business. There are some important factors you should keep in mind when thinking about installing the security lighting.

Location

Where you install the lighting plays an important role in preventing theft and violence. You should ensure that the following areas are properly illuminated at all times.

• Premise surroundings
• Roads leading to the business premise
• Parking areas
• Vehicle entrances
• Employee and visitor entrances
• Loading docks
• Outhouses and other surrounding sheds

Types of Lighting

When it comes to security lighting one size does not fit all. Different areas require different types of lighting. For example, 100-watt high pressure sodium lighting schemes are often used for perimeters and car parks. This is because these arrays provide a space with a reasonable colour rendition and realistic uniform illumination, even when fog descends around a site.

On the other hand, metal halide is recommended for entrances and check points near your premises. This is because metal halide light emulates the daylight and hence helps recognize and inspect individuals, vehicles and other objects easily.

Who is Liable If an Employee Breaks the Law off the Business Premises?

It is a known fact that some people who break the law, whether intentionally or not, from time to time, while they are doing their job. Some are also noted to be using company resources (such as a vehicle supplied by the company) during the act. In such instances, who is to blame – the offender or the company/employer for who the person is working for? Who is held legally responsible if an employee commits a crime or act, outside of his working premises? Let’s take a look at the facts.

Respondeat superior

There is a legal doctrine that has existed for quite some time now, known as respondeat superior, which is Latin for “let the superior answer.” This essentially means that an employer can be legally held liable for negative acts committed by any of its employees during the course and scope of his employment. Additionally, employers could be held liable for both negligent acts committed by employees, as well as intentional criminal acts. These employees could be full-time workers, part-time, or even independent contractors or temporary workers.

The important thing to note here is if the employee was deemed to be acting in the scope or course of his employment at the time of the act. If the employee was acting due to personal motives, then the employer will not be held liable. Let’s take a look at two examples (or scenarios) with contrasting results.

Example 1 – A popular pizza restaurant offers a delivery promo, saying that your pizza will be delivered within 30 minutes; otherwise, the next order is free. The pizza delivery guy, in his haste to meet the deadline, hits a pedestrian while driving. The pizza company would likely be liable as a result.
Example 2 –This same delivery guy uses the company vehicle after the restaurant closes and hits a pedestrian while on the way to a friend’s house. The company would likely not be held liable since the delivery guy was not acting in the scope of employment during the accident.

Essential Steps to Set up a Business in Hong Kong

Want to do business in one of the most economically viable regions in the world? Think of Hong Kong. This market is huge and the administration has very supportive policies that will help you operate smoothly, has lower tax rates, and lets you keep bulk of the profit. In this post, you get everything you need to know to start operations in this Special Administrative Region of China.

Key Benefits of setting a business in Hong Kong

• Hong Kong is a very liberal economy
• Flexible tax regime with chances of paying 0% tax if the operations are overseas
• The cost of setting a business is very small
• Opening a corporate bank account is equally easy
• The market is huge because Hong Kong is a gateway to Mainland China.

What you require to set up a business

Company formation in Hong-Kong requires you to register a company. A company will serve as a separate legal entity that can get funds from banks and even help you get an investment visa to enter and work in Hong Kong.