Friday, March 23, 2012

Popular Science (1-year auto-renewal)good


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Popular Science (1-year auto-renewal)

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The 'What's New'" magazine of science and technology. Covering the latest developments in cars, electronics, communications, tools, energy, aviation, science, space exploration and much more.




    Popular Science (1-year auto-renewal) Reviews


    Popular Science (1-year auto-renewal) Reviews


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    199 Reviews
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    177 of 184 people found the following review helpful
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a BLAST !!!, March 16, 2005
    Okay, I've read the other reviews that call this publication shallow, lacking in depth, geared toward young teenagers, etc. I guess if you are looking for twenty page, in-depth technical articles that delve into every minute neutron of a particular subject, then yes, this publication might not be what you're looking for.

    But, if you're a regular, average, ordinary guy like me (who would not understand those deep, brainy articles anyway) and you are looking for an entertaining, informative view onto what's new and what's cool, I think you'll be pleased. Very pleased!

    Take, for example, a couple of recent issues (see the date of when this review was written). Last month was focused on the future of personal aviation and the people behind the effort to make personal flight more available and affordable, and about the aircrafts they are inventing. Fascinating! Now, can I run out and build myself a prototype after reading the articles? Ummm, no. Do I know a... Read more
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    114 of 127 people found the following review helpful
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very Good, but Not Complex, March 16, 2002
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    Gus Ramage (Charleston, SC) - See all my reviews
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    This is a great magazine for those who want to find out about current scientific topics but do no want to delve into the complexity of scientific matter like Scientific American.

    This is a great magazine to buy for those that are high school ages. Those who have strong technical backgrounds may find the articles a bit lacking in substance and length. The average article length is only about 2 or 3 pages and often you feel as though they could have added more.

    One particular enjoyment I find in the magazine is the What's New feature. This highlights the best new inventions and innovations every moth culminating in their annual Best of What's New issue in December.

    I would reccommend this magazine to anyone with a amateur interest in science and technology and wants to be kept up to date.

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    187 of 223 people found the following review helpful
    3.0 out of 5 stars Great content, but unsuitable advertising for your children, September 10, 2003
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    J. Mason (Guilderland, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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    I have read PopSci for decades, and so quickly started a subscription for my son at age 10 when he showed interest. The articles are very good, but the advertisments are riddled with sexual peformace boosting products of all sorts.

    I think that PopSci has a responsibility to consider that it is read by and marketed to children as well as adults, and should take a closer look at its sponsors. I couldn't let him bring it to school without ripping out pages first. I haven't noticed this problem with other periodicals of the same standing. By the way, when I contacted PopSci about my concerns about this, I received no response. Do advertisers come before the reading public?

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