Online Slots Dictionary: Beginner’s toolbox

Do you want to play slots but have never done it before and wonder how does one go about it? We can help! One of the first things you should do is familiarise yourself with the new online slots lingo. There are a lot of terms and phrases used to describe slots. It is useful to know them so you can choose only the right games and know what you’re looking for. Without any further ado, here is your online slots dictionary.

●     3 Reel slot – this is a classic slot game that has 3 vertical columns that are called reels. This type of game normally doesn’t have any bonus features and functions on 1-10 paylines.

●     5 reel slot – this is a modern type of slot with 5 reels. Usually, 5 reel games have between 3 and 25 paylines (possibly more) and might include bonus features too.

●     Bonus feature – a specific game mechanic that is unique or not common with other slots. This could be a re-spin, where you will have a chance to hit an additional spin without any additional cost. Another common bonus feature is cascading reels, where winning symbols explode or disappear, allowing for new symbols to fill in the vacant spaces, possibly forming yet another winning combination without charging you any money!

●     Bonus round – this is a common perk with 5 reel slots. A bonus round could be a set amount of free spins (spins that do not cost but are valued at your bet level), or a spin of the prize wheel, or any other special game round that is activated as a reward.

●     RTP stands for return-to-player. This is a percentage of all the money wagered on the game that is paid out to players as winnings. For example, if a slot game has an RTP of 96%, that means that 96% of its lifetime bets will be paid out as wins, while the casino has a 4% edge.

●     Casino edge – this is the definite portion of bets that is taken in by the casino as profits.

●     A wild – this is a symbol in slot games that substitutes for any other symbol (except the scatter). Wilds link up wins by filling in the missing pieces in your winning payline.

●     A scatter – a symbol in slot games that activates the bonus round. Normally scatters also have a paying value as well as the ability to unlock the bonus round. Land 3 or more scatters to enter the bonus!

●     A multiplier – a mechanic in slot games that multiplies your wins. Multipliers could be attached to specific symbols such as the wild, or could come in the base/bonus game as a multiplier for all wins.

●     Megaways – this is a type of slot game that has 6 reels and varying numbers of symbols on them, from 2 to 7. Due to these variations, the game has a varying number of paylines. The biggest win you can hit would be at 117649 paylines and is likely to be a monstrous win!

●     All ways – this type of slot pays winning combinations both left to right and vice versa. Normal slots pay only left to right.

These are the most important things to know before playing slots – the rest will become clear while playing and checking the games’ paytables! We wish you many big wins and remember to gamble responsibly.

 

CEI announces to share market data with Maine seafood industry

The USA-based Coastal Enterprises Inc. (CEI), in a recent announcement, has stated it has acquired the Maine seafood industry to help to expand its businesses and sales. CEI also plans to share competitive national seafood industry sales information and other crucial data with the company.  The sales information consists of various broadline sales data for key species harvested in Maine, with regional and metropolitan markets in the US.

CEI further added that it had purchased the data as part of its Maine Seafood Marketing Initiative, a pilot effort to establish a brand-new marketing association for its seafood products. This initiative will provide Maine companies a competitive advantage over out-of-state producers and distributors. It will also help many seafood companies to recover lost revenues caused due to pandemic and begin to pivot back to 'normalcy' within the domestic food and dining industries.

CEI also aims to provide new market opportunities, which will prove critical to sustaining jobs throughout Maine's entire seafood supply chain. This, in turn, will have a great potential to create additional revenues and job growth throughout the sector in the coming years. Besides, the competitive information provided by CEI will enhance companies in Maine to improve their domestic sales both in the retail and wholesale market.

 

 

Garmin Ltd. Launches All-New Garmin Venu 2, Garmin Venu 2S with Updated Specifications and Features

Garmin Ltd., an American multinational technology company, has launched its new range of smartwatches, Garmin Venu 2 and Garmin Venu 2S, in the US. These new wearables come with premium activity tracking features like body battery, fitness age, stress tracking, and sleep scores. The watch also provides tips on how to focus on improving fitness age and also has a Health Snapshot feature that takes a survey of the vital functions of the body.

The smartwatch has 25 sport-specific workout modes, including high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and advanced strength-training mode on the new Garmin offerings. The new Garmin Venu 2 and Garmin Venu 2S are priced at $399.99. Currently, the Venu 2S is available in black, white, and grey silicone band options, with dial color options in silver and gold. Whereas Garmin Venu 2 is available in black and blue color silicone band options and has a stainless steel bezel.

The difference between the two watches is the dial size. Garmin Venu 2 has a 45mm dial, whereas Garmin Venu 2S has a 40mm dial size. Both Garmin Venu 2 and Venu 2S connect to the Garmin Connect app via Bluetooth. They support Wi-Fi connectivity and allow users to store up to 650 songs. The smartwatches have 25 preloaded sports modes, including running, walking, cycling, pool swimming, golf, and more.

 

Autonomous Truck Startup TuSimple becomes First Autonomous-Driving Company to Navigate Terrain between US and China

Autonomous truck startup TuSimple Holdings Inc. has scored a significant milestone as the company became the world's first autonomous-driving technology sector, with NASDAQ listing to go public by raising $1.35 billion. The firm got a nice premium for its first-to-market status, as it beat out names like Argo AI and Plus that are eyeing their listings. TuSimple is engaged in a more arduous battle to convince the world that it US-based company.

TuSimple's stock during the trading days surged after its NASDAQ debut. The company's share was priced at $40, higher than the earlier published range of $35 to $39. This showed the enthusiasm of investors across the globe about TuSimple's first-to-market status. The company has stated that it is all set to sign a development agreement with Volkswagen's Traton SE unit, which will help the company to focus on its organic growth.

TuSimple is a relatively attractive global customer purely based on a business standpoint. It has a solid series of alliances with major players, and the company is primarily focusing on the long-distance truck sector, which is simpler than autonomous cars. Its revenue has grown steadily in the last two years. From a purely financial and strategic standpoint, the company looks relatively solid.

 

 

Samsung Launches New Software Update That Converts Older Galaxy Phones Into IoT Devices

Samsung recently has launched a new software update that will allow its users and consumers to convert their older version of Galaxy smartphones to various types of Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This feature will be available for all Galaxy S, Note, and Z smartphones released from 2018 onwards and have Android 9 and above operating systems. The company has stated that more devices will be supported under this program in the future.

This program is known as 'Galaxy Upcycling at Home', and it is aimed at giving new life to older devices. Currently, in beta, Galaxy Upcycling at Home will be available in South Korea, the US, and the UK first, reports ZDNet. The company further said that it would research the usage in three countries and support the technical verification process, and then provide the service to additional countries later.

The users can use the SmartThings Labs feature on their already existing app to choose how they want to convert or use these older devices. The devices can be turned into smart home devices like a pet care solution, home care solution, light sensor, and many more. The older devices can also be converted into TV remotes to turn on or off the TV and manage channels in the preset standard.