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In This Issue: A Little North Georgia Magic | Deal of the Day | Outlet Surge Protector | Shielded Ethernet Cables | News to Start Your Day
The CK Daily – A Little North Georgia Magic
Good morning & happy Tuesday! Hope everyone is having a great start to the week!
I enjoyed a little day trip into the North Georgia mountains over the weekend, which was really nice! Josh and I decided to head north on Saturday morning with no solid plan. We knew we wanted to hike and go tubing, but didn’t know exactly where. I have a book that lists hundreds of waterfalls in Georgia, so I paged through it on the drive and we settled on visiting Haven Falls (also known as His ’N Her Falls) in Habersham County. It wasn’t a long hike, but it led to a beautiful waterfall that almost gave the illusion of being two “twin” waterfalls due to the way the water splits into two distinct streams as it flows over the rocks at the top. It was really pretty!
After our hike, we headed further north to go tubing on the Toccoa River. The water was cold, but it was such a relaxing time! The weather was perfect, and it wasn’t too crowded, which made for a wonderful day on the river.
We ended our day in the mountains by grabbing dinner at a local Mexican restaurant before heading back. It was a good reminder that sometimes the best days are the unplanned ones. It was nice not having a real schedule—just being able to decide in the moment what we wanted to do. Good weather, good company, and a willingness to explore is a great recipe for a fun day! Wishing you all a week filled with a little bit of that same magic!
Rebecca
Deal of the Day
Product Spotlights & Updates
This LC/UPC Singlemode Duplex Fiber Optic Coupler is designed to link or connect two fiber optic cables with LC connectors, ensuring stable and efficient signal transmission. Its blue housing and UPC polish make it ideal for singlemode fiber applications where high return loss is not required. With a compact, non-flanged design, this coupler offers versatility in high-density patch panels or enclosures. The adapter is constructed with a durable plastic/ceramic hybrid and provides low insertion loss for reliable performance in demanding networking environments.
Learning Center Article – Why would you use shielded Ethernet Cables?
Currently, the use of high bandwidth applications has been on the rise, and network systems have started venturing into factory environments which have called for the use of shielded cables. In this new installation sector, the cable is used in areas with high electromagnetic interference (EMI). Even with improved ability to reject noise and handle gigabit Ethernet, these cables will not function properly in areas where there is high EMI if not properly shielded. A shielded cable will help in these high EMI installations ensuring safe and efficient data transfer.
Today’s News to Start Your Day:
- Samsung introduced its Galaxy AI suite with the Galaxy S24 launch in early 2024, offering free access through the end of 2025. Now, the company is reportedly considering a subscription model for certain Galaxy AI features, with pricing possibly announced alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 launch next month—or later this year before the deadline expires.
- Amazon is requiring thousands of U.S. corporate employees to relocate to Seattle, Arlington, or Washington, D.C., a move fueled by AI-related job fears and a shift toward in‑person collaboration. Employees have 30 days to decide and 60 days to confirm, with no severance if they refuse — a harsh mandate reshaping Amazon’s workforce strategy.
- JetBlue is making it easier to locate lost luggage by integrating iOS 18’s Share Item Location feature. The new option allows customers to securely share the location of an AirTag in their bags with the airline, making it possible for JetBlue to locate missing baggage. This feature is part of the airline’s updated app, which now offers real-time checked bag status updates.
- A record-setting heat wave will continue to grip much of the eastern U.S. on June 24, with temperatures nearing 100°F for tens of millions. After hitting 100°F in Newark and Baltimore the day prior—and causing widespread power outages—extreme heat warnings and advisories now stretch from St. Louis to Boston, impacting major cities like Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia, and New York.