INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There's a chance that the USB port you are trying is malfunctioning, or isn't producing enough power to charge the tracker. This is most common with USB hubs, or older USB ports. Try connecting the charger to a different port to see if it works. The Fitbit doesn't come with one, but you can plug the included charging cable into any USB wall charger, like the one your phone or tablet uses. This may charge your Fitbit much faster and more efficiently than plugging it into a laptop or desktop computer. The Fitbit tracker's charging contacts tend to get smudged and dirty, even after minimal use. This can cause problems when you're trying to charge it, because the tracker cannot make solid contact with the charger.  To clean your tracker's contacts, you'll need some rubbing alcohol and a cotton swap. You may also need a thumbtack to scrape hardened residue off. Examine the contacts. If they aren't shiny, dip the cotton swap in the rubbing alcohol and then vigorously scour the contacts. If the cotton swab alone doesn't clean the contacts, use the thumbtack to scrape the contacts clean, and then apply rubbing alcohol again. Examine the charger cable as well to see if it needs to be cleaned. Occasionally, a problem with the tracker may be causing issues with the charging process. Resetting the tracker can help fix this. The process varies depending on the Fitbit model you are using.  Flex - Plug the charger into a USB port, and then insert the tracker into the charger. With the tracker plugged in, insert a small paperclip into the pinhole on the back of the charger. Press and hold the paperclip for about ten seconds. One - Insert the One tracker into the charging cable and plug it in. Press and hold the tracker's button for about 10-12 seconds. Remove it from the charger and then press the button until the screen turns on. Surge - Press and hold the Home and Select buttons for about 15 seconds. The screen will flash and start to dim. Let go of the buttons and wait another fifteen seconds. Hold both buttons again to turn it back on. Charge/Force - Plug the charging cable into your Charge, Charge HR, or Force. Insert the other end into a USB port. Press and hold the button on the Charge for about ten seconds until you see the Fitbit icon and version number. Let go of the button and then unplug it.

SUMMARY: Try a different USB port. Connect the Fitbit to a wall-charger instead of your computer. Clean the Fitbit's charging contacts. Reset the tracker.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There are numerous technical signals that could indicate that a stock is about to move. Decide which ones you think are the most important and are consistent with your trading philosophy. Then, use your trading platform to set up alerts in line with those signals. When a specific stock hits one of your technical signals, you'll receive an online notification and you can decide whether or not you should act on it.  You might want to set an alert when a stock has reached its 52-week low. If it's dropped for no apparent reason, it might present a good buying opportunity. Many traders think that a stock price will increase when its 50-day moving average crosses its 200-day moving average. You can set an alert to notify you when that happens with a stock. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is another indicator of potential stock price movement. When the RSI indicates that the stock is "oversold," it might present a good buying opportunity as the stock price might increase over the short term. All sophisticated trading platforms have a stock screener. Use it to search for stocks that exhibit technical signals indicating price movements. It's often the case that your trading software will let you know, without you taking any action at all, that certain stocks are "hot" or are likely to move based on certain criteria. Evaluate those stocks with your own trading strategy in mind and make the appropriate decision.

SUMMARY: Set up alerts. Screen stocks. Pay attention to trending stocks as reported by your trading platform.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: For an inventor to claim to be protected by a patent, that patent must have been filed properly. You or your attorney may be able to do some research and find out that the patent was not, in fact, properly filed. This would give you a strong defense against the claim of patent infringement. Patents are not everlasting. After an inventor files a patent, and it is issued, the patent protection lasts for 20 years. If that time has expired, then the item is no longer protected, and you cannot be challenged or sued for using it. A patent can also expire or be terminated prematurely if the owner does not file annual maintenance fees with the U.S. Patent Office. To find out if this has happened, you can search on the website of the U.S. Patent Office. A patent provides protection against people who unlawfully use an inventor's design or invention. However, the scope of the protection is quite narrow. If you have invented, created or designed something similar, but sufficiently different from the original, then your use may not be prohibited by the patent. The concept of being “sufficiently different” is difficult to define. You may raise this as a defense, but if the patent owner disagrees, you may have to go to court to get a ruling.

SUMMARY: Research the validity of the patent. Find out if the patent has expired. Argue that your item or invention is sufficiently different from the patented item.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The acid and enzymes in pineapple juice may naturally lighten your brown spots and possibly freckles. Soak a cotton swab in pineapple juice, then dab the juice directly onto your dark spots. Allow it to dry, then rinse your skin clean. The juice may cause some skin irritation or sensitivity. If this happens, stop using it and consult your dermatologist. Put a dot of evening primrose oil onto your fingertip, then apply it to your brown spots. Use the treatment twice a day to help lighten your spots over time. Use the oil before you apply other skin care products, like serums or lotions. Once the oil dries, you can continue with your typical skin care routine. The lactic acid in dairy products can fade brown spots on your skin, including age spots and freckles. Smooth a homemade mask onto your skin and let it sit for 20 minutes. Then, wash your face with cool water and pat it dry with a clean towel. Here are some ways to mix up a homemade mask:  Mix equal parts yogurt and honey. Combine 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of yogurt, 1 tbsp (5 grams) of oatmeal, and 2-3 drops of honey. Apply your brightening cream or serum every morning and evening after you wash your face. Follow the directions on the label to make sure you’re using it correctly. Check the label to make sure it contains 1 or more of the following lightening ingredients:  Hydroquinone Vitamin C Azelaic acid Tretinoin Kojic acid Look for an over-the-counter skin cream that contains a retinol or alpha hydroxy acid. These ingredients speed up your cell turnover, so they can help fade brown spots, acne scars, and possibly freckles. Apply your cream every morning and evening after washing your face. If your cream causes irritation or redness, stop using it and see your dermatologist. Take aloe vera gel from a cut leaf or buy a tube of aloe vera gel from the store. Use a cotton swab to dab the aloe vera directly onto your dark spot. Let the aloe vera dry, then rinse it off with cool water. Repeat twice a day until your dark spot fades. You can get aloe vera gel directly from the plant by breaking off a leaf, which will contain the gel. If you prefer to buy it at the store, choose a product that is 100% aloe vera gel.

SUMMARY:
Apply pineapple juice to dark spots daily to help lighten them. Dab evening primrose oil onto brown spots to fade them over time. Do biweekly yogurt face masks to fade dark spots or freckles. Use a cream or serum that’s labeled for skin brightening. Fade dark spots or scars with a retinol or alpha hydroxy acid. Apply aloe vera to brown spots to slowly fade them.