SEEING DOUBLE THE LAPTOPS OF TOMORROW
THE ASUS ZENBOOK PRO DUO This latest addition to the ZenBook line is an artist’s dream — so long as they have the cash. With two 4K displays, the Pro Duo isn’t cheap, but it may well be the new king of function and fidelity. The crisp, responsive 32:9 touch screen is perfect for sketching with a stylus or arranging video clips on a timeline. Meanwhile, the 15-inch primary display can render your handiwork in all its ultra-high definition glory. LENOVO’S THINKPAD X1 (REAL NAME TBA) The most experimental on this list, the teased addition to the ThinkPad line doesn’t have a name yet, let alone a launch date. However, Lenovo feels this mystery model could be the first of an entirely new device that’s neither laptop nor tablet. Mock-ups show a clamshell computer with two nearly seamless displays and no keyboard. Essentially, it’s one big screen that can fold in half. While it’s unclear how users will respond to this laptop- tablet hybrid, it’s certainly an ambitious move from the world’s leading PC company.
This summer, the tech world took another step toward creating the omnifunctional devices that science fiction has been promising us. Multiple big-name computer companies
have unveiled their spin on the latest design craze: folding display laptops. The idea of a portable, dual-screen PC seemed like a gimmick a few years ago, but, with HP, Intel, and Lenovo all jumping into the game, this may be the future of laptops. Here’s a look at the exciting new designs. INTEL’S HONEYCOMB GLACIER Intel is looking to do the impossible: prove once and for all that laptops can work for hardcore gamers. With a 15.6-inch, 1080p display perched above a 12.3-inch, 1920 x 720 touch screen, users certainly have plenty of real estate to play with. The idea is that the primary screen can be dedicated to actual gameplay, while the touch display can be used for anything from minimaps to Discord chats. Throw in a Tobii eye-tracking camera, and you have the potential for an on-the-go Twitch streaming studio.
BACK TO BASICS ATHLETES, REMEMBER RICE
Since it’s back-to-school season, we thought we’d return to basics when it comes to recovery. Whether you’re a high school football player getting ready for the season, or a retiree on your morning jog, the most common injuries you’ll face are strains and sprains. When these painful inconveniences strike, it’s important to remember to RICE: rest, ice, compress, elevate. This handy acronym will help you treat these minor sport’s injuries, but if your pain is severe, you should seek a medical professional. REST When you injure a part of your body, it’s always important to avoid doing any more damage to it. Don’t grit your teeth and try to play through the pain. If you believe you’ve pulled a muscle or sprained a joint, do all you can to remove pressure from the affected area, and avoid strenuous activity for at least 24 hours. ICE Putting your injury on ice will keep inflammation and swelling under control. Apply an ice bag to the affected area in 10-minute increments, taking breaks
in between. This should be done for up to three days. If the pain does not subside, you may have a more serious injury. COMPRESS The other way to combat swelling is to keep your sprain or pulled muscle compressed. There are plenty of compression sleeves on the market, but you can also use an elastic bandage to wrap the affected area. ELEVATE Swelling and bruising are caused in part by blood collecting at the site of an injury. By lying down while keeping your injured limb elevated above your heart, you force the fluid to travel uphill, minimizing this effect. After several days of sticking to RICE, you should be feeling ready to become active again. However, there may still be some tenderness caused by being at rest, so you should take things slow. If you have difficulty getting moving again, physical therapy can help. We aid in the rehab of athletes of all ages every day here at M3, and we’re confident we can get you back to the sport you love.
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