Popcornflix makes it easy to browse and select from over 700 theatrically released and independent titles in a wide range of genres, including comedy, family, action/thriller, drama, horror, Bollywood and documentaries. The user interface is simple, and every movie is only two clicks away.

Movie lovers can choose a movie by genre, actor, or director, select from the latest in new arrivals, pick from the site’s most popular films, or browse all of the films featuring some of Hollywood’s most popular and sought-after actors. New movies are added every day.

The Popcornflix App for BlackBerry 10 makes use of the platform’s unique share framework allowing users to share the app with friends and others by posting a link instantly to their Facebook or Twitter account or via email.

“We developed this state-of-the-art app for the new and exciting BlackBerry 10,” says Gary Delfiner, President of Digital Distribution for Screen Media Ventures. “We are very excited to be on the new smartphones. We can’t wait to see it grow!”

“BlackBerry 10 is all about bringing customers the content they love,” said Martyn Mallick, VP of Global Alliances and Business Development at BlackBerry. “We are very pleased to have Popcornflix on the BlackBerry 10 platform and think customers will thoroughly enjoy the range of titles from a variety of film genres available to watch for free.”

Popcornflix is an ad-supported platform. Each film includes pre-roll, spot ads, and banner ads that offer content and advertising partners access to a valuable movie viewing audience. A service of Screen Media Ventures LLC, a leading worldwide independent motion picture distribution company, Popcornflix taps into Screen Media’s vast library of more than 2,000 motion picture titles.

Popcornflix is also currently available in the U.S., Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Germany for other platforms, and on the web. The service will expand internationally in the coming months to include many more countries on the leading connected TVs and Blu-ray players.

The Popcornflix app for BlackBerry 10 was developed by Screen Media Ventures, LLC and Macadamian.

To check out the stream visit their twitter profile here: https://twitter.com/AmericanAir

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The Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) has announced that Chicago’s Revolution Brewing will create a beer exclusively for C2E2’s audience of pop culture enthusiasts and comic book fans. “Galaxy Hero”, which is described by Revolution Brewing as a beer which “shoots a raygun blast of Galaxy and Zythos hops into your mouth and leaves a crisp, dry finish” is a superhero’s beer for a superhero-loving audience.

The beer will also be available in several locations throughout Chicago in the weeks leading up to C2E2 and at the bar in the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Hotel during C2E2.

“I love beer. I love comics. I love Chicago. This is the greatest thing we’ve ever done!” notes Lance Fensterman, Global Vice President for ReedPOP and Show Manager for C2E2. “This tasty partnership only proves what I have always believed to be true - that pop culture influences are everywhere in our lives. Thanks to the folks at Revolution Brewing, artists in their own right for creating this hoppy masterpiece just for C2E2, our fans and yes, the staff. Cheers!”

Josh Deth, Owner of Revolution Brewing and "Chairman of the Party,” comments: “I took my kids to C2E2 last year and it was a blast, so it is super cool to be brewing up Galaxy IPA for this year’s show!

See. Fun. Have a beer and read about how lame Hank Pym is.

It will be called Phone Book. Sorry Yellow Pages, but get ready for a law suit.

Obviously I am just joking about the name, but the product may be a reality. Even though many skeptics wonder what the point would be. Critics are saying a Facebook phone is the perfect solution to a problem nobody has. The current state of mobile/social technology marries together both platforms with certain accuracy.

But, despite this, Facebook continues to reach toward higher ground. Rumors are swirling about a collaboration with HTC that would birth a Facebook home base as the phone's center. Think ChromeBooks.

A website dedicated to Android released what it says are screen shots of a preliminary version of whatever it is Facebook is building. And a Twitter account called @evleaks posted a picture of a phone called “HTC First”, said to be the phone.

Thoughts?

Just recently, C2E2 has released some updates that include new faces at the upcoming extravaganza. From our peeps at C2E2:

Several notable comics publishers will be exhibiting at the show for the first time. They will be joining other leading publishers, such as Marvel and DC Entertainment, who have helped to make C2E2 the preeminent pop culture event in the Midwest since its debut in 2010. Officials are projecting that exhibitor space at C2E2 will be approximately 25 percent larger than last year! A few of the creative and innovative new companies on hand this year will be Action Lab Entertainment, Athleta Comics and Lion Forge Comics. In addition, Reload Comics and 2000 AD/Rebellion will be at C2E2 for the first time promoting their widely popular properties and titles.

In addition to Marvel and DC, some other returning publishers include Anomaly Productions, Archaia, Avatar Press, Big Dog Ink, Boom! Studios, Dark Horse, Medallion Press, Quirk Books, Valiant Entertainment, Xigency Studios and Zenescope Entertainment. All these publishers will have new comic books and stories to reveal at C2E2 and they will have fresh, original artwork to display in their booths. DC Entertainment has provided the original poster art for this year’s show which features Superman in an iconic Chicago setting. The Marvel booth will be centrally located on the show floor where fans will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with creators and staff. Many of the publishers will also be participating in panels, providing show exclusives, and will be bringing their top talent to meet the thousands of fans on hand at C2E2.

As noted, C2E2 has quickly become the largest and most influential pop culture event in the Midwest. It attracted just over 27,000 fans when it was launched in 2010 and grew to over 41,000 fans last year. While it is impossible to project attendance for 2013, convention officials note that ticket sales are running between 85% - 95% ahead of the same time last year, virtually guaranteeing that this will be the most widely attended C2E2 to date. This year’s C2E2 will take place April 26 – 28 in the West Building at McCormick Place Convention Center.

“The fact that we have so many really cool first time publishers signing up for our show is the best news I could possibly be sharing,” notes Lance Fensterman, Global Vice President for ReedPOP and Show Manager for C2E2. “Presenting new original content and being able to provide fans an opportunity to meet artists and creators who they have never met before is the lifeblood of what we do! We want to provide a home where our new customers feel instantly happy and productive and where our fans come away feeling like they have ‘discovered’ something. I am hugely grateful to all the publishers who have decided to join us for the first time this year and I know our fans will do everything they can to make C2E2 a great experience for them.”

Examples of the various projects that some of these publishers will be promoting at C2E2 include:

• Action Lab Entertainment, publisher of the 2012 two-time Eisner nominatedPrinceless, will be at C2E2 to introduce their lineup of creator-owned comics. They will be presenting at the Diamond Retailer Summit and will talk about Jamal Igle’sMolly Danger, NFL Rush Zone, Jeremy Dale’s Skyward, Princeless, Vamplets: Nightmare Nursery, Pirate Eye and their new Mature Readers line called Action Lab: Danger Zone.

• Athleta Comics is owned by Israel Idonije, the longtime defensive player for the Chicago Bears. Mr. Idonije will be coming to C2E2 to promote his first comic projectThe Protectors. Idonije was inspired to create The Protectors when he had an idea for a superhero who would appeal to both comic book enthusiasts and die-hard sports fans.  He has teamed up with the creative team of writer Ron Marz and artist Bart Sears and Idonije, Marz and Sears will be at the Athleta booth throughout the show and will participate in a panel!

• Lion Forge Comics will unveil its two latest publications on Saturday, April 27 at C2E2.  Former Playboy 2011 Playmate of the Year has partnered with Lion Forge on the use of her image and story line for Wonderous: The Aventures of Claire Sinclair. Actor Flex Alexander has collaborated with Lion Forge on a cyber-thriller comic calledThe Joshua Run.  Alexander notes: “I am very excited to be a part of C2E2 this year. This is big for me because I grew up a comic book fan and collector. I can’t wait for everyone to get into the world of The Joshua Run. It is going to be an amazing ride!”

• United Kingdom publisher Reload will be making their first U.S. convention appearance at C2E2. They will promote their flagship title, Jericho, which was created by Fwah Storm, self-described as a “musician, magician, poet, illustrator, a proud member of Reload Comics and so much more!” Storm notes that Reload will be bringing their books, merchandise and promotional material (along with some other goodies!) to C2E2.

• The staff at 2000 AD/Rebellion note: “After hearing such good things about C2E2, we knew exactly where we’d be spreading the 2000 AD Thrill-power! We’ll be promoting our North American line of collections – from classics such as Judge Dredd andSláine the Barbarian, to more modern titles like Leviathan and Zombo – as well as bringing a few little British treats across for fans new and old! We’ll also have a great panel on the Friday evening at 7:45pm with several top names that will be very familiar to US audiences! We can’t wait to get to Chicago and introduce new readers to the amazing galaxy of characters from 2000 AD!”

This year's event promises to be awesome! Stay tuned for more info.

“In just 20 days, millions of people, including America’s smallest businesses, will file their 2012 tax returns, and there will undoubtedly be questions and concerns about changes to the tax code and how to best comply. We want to make sure they are aware of these changes while providing tips to ensure they file accurate returns that help maximize their savings,” said Kristie Arslan, President and CEO of the NASE.

“There are simple things members of the small-businesses community can do to ensure they file accurate returns,” said Keith Hall, NASE National Tax Advisor. “Small-business owners should also remember often-overlooked deductions such as the business use of their vehicle and investing in their own future with a tax-deductible retirement plan contribution.”

CHANGES TO THE 2012 TAX CODE

• A two-percent increase in the payroll tax rate, which also impacts the self-employment tax rate, because of the expiration of a temporary reduction in Social Security payroll taxes
• The standard mileage rate for business use of an automobile has changed from 2011 rates to 55.5 cents per mile for 2012 (and 56.5 cents for 2013)
• Limits for retirement plan contributions such as IRAs and 401(k) plan have increased
• Sales tax deduction extended for 2012
• Tuition expense deduction extended for 2012
• AMT exemption amount extended for 2012 and made permanent

TAX TIPS

• Avoid Shortcuts, Tax Tip #4

Just about three weeks left until the dreaded IRS due date for individual income tax returns. The closer we get to that filing due date, the greater the temptations become to take a short cut.  You may have heard yourself saying things like, “I think I had about 4,000 business miles last year, so I’ll just use that number again.” Or “I think I had about $1,100 in meals last year so let’s just use that again.”  It is imperative to avoid those temptations! Now is the time to make sure your tax return is the best it can be.  If the IRS does choose to ask you a question about this return, it won’t be next week or even next month, but will be over two years from now. You won’t remember why you included 4,000 business miles or $1,100 in meals and you will lose those deductions. Take some extra time now to do your return right. Avoid those tempting shortcuts. You’ll be glad you did.

• Commonly Missed Deductions, Tax Tip #3

As you probably know, most business deductions that are included on the small-business owner's tax return come right out of your business checkbook. You write a check, use your debit card, or pay an online bill, and then you just have to decide which line on your Schedule C to include the expenses. But many deductions don't show up in your business checkbook - and if you don't know how to look for them, they could be missed. The business use of your vehicle and the business use of a part of your home are both often overlooked, leaving thousands of dollars on the table. The potential tax savings benefit of a retirement contribution is also often overlooked since no one ever sends us a reminder or a bill. So before you send in that return, make sure you look for these hidden deductions, and remember to invest in your own future.

• Resources, You Are Not Alone, Tax Tip #2

Hopefully, you are well on your way to accumulating all of the paper, statements, and receipts you'll need to complete your tax return. Tackling your return can certainly be difficult with all of the detail that you are asked to remember. But, the single most important thing to remember is that you are not alone. If you have an Internet connection, you have resources to help you with your tax return. Check out NASE.org for help with any questions that you might have related to your 2012 tax return. Also bookmark the IRS website at IRS.gov in order to get the detail directly from the horse's mouth. The key point is that you have resources, and you're not alone.

• Starting Early, Tax Tip #1

It's already the first week of March, and tax day (the dreaded April 15) is closer than you think! When beginning the process of completing your tax return, it's never too early to start early. Make sure you have compiled you own personal stack of paper that you will need to fill out all of those pesky IRS forms, such as 1099s, W-2s, K-1’s, 1098s, etc. Use last year’s tax return as a guide to make sure you have all of the information that you need. If you're missing some key piece of paper, now is the time to search for it! Start early and when you wake up on April 15, you'll be glad you did.

The tax tips have been released by the NASE as part of its national public awareness initiative, which are also posted on the NASE blog,Self Made. As Tax Day approaches, the NASE has been releasing a variety of tax tips to help the public better prepare their 2012 tax return. Since March 4^th, a new tax tip has been posted weekly on the NASE website. The NASE has also made their tax experts available through numerous tax webinar sessions designed to help the public. Each webinar is live with one of the NASE’s tax experts and allows participants to submit questions to be answered live on the webinar by the expert.

And, after receiving ego setbacks, users of Facebook unconsciously gravitate to their online profiles to boost their sense of self-esteem, says the report.

"The conventional wisdom is that Facebook use is merely a time sink and leads to an assortment of negative consequences. But our research shows that it can be a psychologically meaningful activity that supplies a sense of well-being at a relatively deep level," says co-author Jeff Hancock, Cornell professor of communication, and of computer and information science. "The extraordinary amount of time people spend on Facebook may be a reflection of its ability to satisfy ego needs that are fundamental to the human condition."

The study, "Self-affirmation Underlies Facebook Use," was co-authored with Catalina Toma as part of her dissertation. She is now an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

The researchers asked 88 undergraduates to give a brief speech. While waiting for feedback, participants were allowed to look at their own Facebook profile or someone else's. After a few minutes they received negative feedback about their speech, regardless of how they did, and were asked to rate how accurate the feedback was. Participants who looked at their own profile were less defensive about the negative feedback than those who looked at someone else's profile.

In a second experiment, students were given either negative or positive feedback about their speech. This time they were given the option of browsing their own Facebook profile or other online sites, such as YouTube or news sites. Those who received negative feedback were more likely to choose Facebook than those who received positive feedback, the study found.

The research suggests that Facebook profiles could be used strategically in applied self-affirmation interventions, such as those aimed at decreasing young adults' resistance to anti-smoking messages, says Hancock.

Furthermore, the experience of engaging with one's profile-based self may give emotional benefits to millions of social network users, he says, by restoring deep-seated notions of themselves as a good person loved by a network of friends and family.

"Perhaps online daters who are anxious about being single or recently divorced may find comfort in the process of composing or reviewing their online profiles, as it allows them to reflect on their core values and identity," Hancock says. "Students who are feeling stressed about upcoming exams might similarly find solace in their social networking site profiles."

The paper explains that self-affirmation translates into everyday activities. People fulfill their fundamental need to see themselves as valuable, worthy and good by making themselves aware of what they consider the defining aspects of their sense of self, such as values, goals and personal relationships.

Just as setbacks and challenges are pervasive in everyday life, so are opportunities to offset them, Hancock says.

Facebook has the ability to repair the damage caused by ego threats, and users actively seek it out to soothe a wounded ego. Hancock says: "As a widely available, everyday source of self-affirmation, Facebook appears to be a useful instrument in people's efforts to preserve self-worth and self-integrity."

The study was funded, in part, by Cornell University. No support for this research was received from Facebook.

Nonetheless, rumors are swirling around the water cooler about revamped interest in a movie revolving around the beloved children's book series. That is the extent of the details. The guy that killed Gulliver's Travels is behind the push, in conjunction with Colombia Pictures.

The major questions all revolve around which story the movie will jump from. If you've read any of the books, then you know some are pretty f*cked up. Honestly, sarcasm aside, there is a lot of potential. As long as they don't do Night of the Living Dummy, they should be fine. We do not need another Dead Silence type movie in this world.

Side note: RL...call me so we can discuss The Ghost Next Door....

Anyways, they need to fill those shoes, so a few names are being thrown around. For the sake of SEO, I will mention those names while randomly saying Jeopardy! tv game show. Matt Lauer, some dude I have never heard of, is the apparent front runner. Rumors also swirl sensually around the alien-skulled Anderson Cooper, but who knows.

I'm sure Will Ferrel will take the reigns when the time comes. If anyone can handle the saucy celebrities on Jeopardy!, it's him. As long as they remember to answer in the phrase of the question, people will clap.

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