Top 10 Countries With Most Facebook Users in 2012

Facebook has been known over the years as the hottest social networking website over the planet. As it comes close to over 700 million users, the steady addition of new users and interested businesses are consistently piling up, thanks to its new features, its richer user experience, and of course, opportunities for connecting to friends and loved ones all over the world. With 2011 just ended, many are wondering as to which countries have increased users, and below is the list which is ranking top 10 Countries with most Facebook users in 2012



10. Germany

At the beginning of January 2011, it was not even on the top 10 list to begin with as Canada was filling its spot over a year ago. However, thanks to a lot of German people who has seen the wonder of connecting with friends, there has been an increase from 13,678,200 to over 22,125,300 in the last 365 days or so. That’s over 8,447,100 new users in just a year.


9. France

It looks like France has reached its peaking growth because user count has been only up 3,075,040 from 20,469,420 in December 31, 2010 to 23,544,460 in January 2012. Of its many users, 52.76% of which is consistently online, making it an interpretation that almost half of the French may have established their account for connections only, and not for checking consistent status updates from friends.


8. Philippines

Despite the Philippines is a small country compared to the rest of the nations included on this list, over 27,033,680 users, against the population of 95.8 million, or 28.22% has their accounts created, what’s really promising is that 91.02% of these users are always engaged. It may be that they are checking status updates, commenting on photos, or even playing Facebook games like Farmville and others.


7. United Kingdom

From being number three in December 31, 2010, next to Indonesia and the US, United Kingdom has now fallen to number seven because of its slow growth over the last 12 months from 28,661,600 to 30,469,920, or just 5.93% of its total audience, where just 59.23% are always on the go for Facebooking. As Facebook is targeting teens for more use, UK has over 25.5% of people ages 25-34 using their accounts and teens ages 18-24 are 1% behind.


6. Turkey

Turkey has also fallen down the ranks from being number four last year to only being sixth, despite of having over 6,799,500 new users from December 2010. The 30,963,100 individuals share an online audience of 88.47% where there are more male users than female ones, with percentage of 63.3 against 36.7. Teens also make the majority of the updates, being at 33.6%.

5. Mexico

Thanks to the new 12,501,780 users that peaked the figures from 18,488,700 to over 30,990,480 to date, Mexico has gained two spots higher from number seven. This is a few of the countries that are greatly engaged in this new social networking fad, that 100% of these account holders are frequent in opening their Facebook accounts.

4. Brazil

Brazil can be mentioned as the greatest gainer in this list because it has taken the fourth spot from being number 17 by the end of December 2010. Just how many users did Brazil have in just a year? From an average figure of 8,821,880, it has now climbed to 35,154,500 or a growth of over 398.49%, or having over 26,332,620 new online Facebook fans over the last 12 months.


3. India

India is known to steadily climb the pace of being a developing country in many aspects, including online technology and internet. It is also a great gainer thanks to the new 24,113,520 users that have created their accounts from the end of December 2010, to date. The 41,402,420 from 17,288,900 has taken its place against last year’s number three, which is UK.

2. Indonesia

There has been much change in the rankings early this year 2012, but aside from the United States that steadily ranks as being the country with the most Facebook users, Indonesia has consistently kept is station, because of the 41,777,240 accounts it has. Despite of being 32,129,460 strong last year, 9,647,780 still decided to create an account anyway, where teens ages 18-24 are taking the lead, even 41.7% of the total Facebook population in the country.


1. United States

It looks like expectations are still met for the US being the number one Facebook country in the world. After all, even if it did not move from its first place last year of having over 145,749,580 users, it still cannot be moved. Nevertheless, users have still grown to over 157,415,180, despite of rumors flying around that US will have a slump on growth on the rest of 2012.

Let’s see what is gonna happen in the time span of 2012 -2013 and what countries are going to rank in the top 10 Facebook using countries

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Top 10 Best Honeymoon Destinations For 2012

Below is the list of the 10 best and most romantic honeymoon destinations for 2012 where you can enjoy your honeymoon vacations to the fullest.

10. Essaouira Morocco:

If you want to lose yourself in another world, a place where magic lamps, Aladdin and 7 wishes seem true… Essaouira is the place. This tiny town in Morocco will fill you with awe the moment you step through the fort gates and witness a life and culture that has remained unchanged for centuries.
From men clad in the traditional jallabah, drinking mint tea and smoking shisha. To the huge flanks of meat hung open air in the daily Souk; Essaouira will be like nothing you’ve ever seen before. You will experience star filled nights, crooning hypnotic Moroccan music, local dishes that you will have you asking the chef for the recipe.

9. Japan:

If you’re a couple into your gadgets, innovation and all things high tech. Japan will be a smorgasbord of fun. One of the most progressive and advanced countries in the world, it might surprise you to learn that you are still not too far from the sandy beaches of Okinawa. For when your head and wallet are exploding and you just want to relax.
Whilst this honeymoon won’t even pretend to be cheap, it will certainly be interesting.

8. Costa Rica:

Ranked by Bride magazine, as one of the hottest honeymoon destinations in the world, as your plane hits the tarmac and that tropical breeze full of exotic promise hits you in the face. You’ll know Costa Rica is a top honeymoon destination for 2012.
If you’re a surfing novice or pro, you’ll find waves and breaks to suit your level. If you like adrenaline fuelled experiences; then enjoy swinging through the jungle canopy with one of the several zip line courses.
With tropical rainforest, miles and miles of pristine coastline and the smiling welcoming faces of the Costa Rican people. Don’t be too surprised if two weeks just isn’t enough

7. Mozambique:

As a honeymoon destination for 2012, Mozambique ticks so many boxes; you’d be wise to book your suite as soon as possible.
This awe inspiring paradise lies in the middle of the Indian Ocean, and if clear warm waters and abundance of sea life and coral reefs is your thing, you’ll be spoilt for choice. If you’ve always dreamed of swimming with turtles you better have your underwater camera ready as that’s a possibility in Mozambique. With on-land and underwater safari’s to choose from, Mozambique is a honeymoon destination for those couples seeking that once in a life time experience.

6. Croatia:

Long regarded as one of the most picturesque and interesting coastal cities in Europe. Croatia has succeeded in attracting hoards of holiday makers and honeymooners in recent years. With crystal clear seas and mile after mile of uninhabited beach to choose from, you and your lover will be spoilt for choice where you spend your long lazy days.
With quaint and pretty restaurants nestled on roof top balconies, you’ll find your ideal place to relax sipped chilled white wine and catch up on that book that you’ve had no time to read.

5. Buenos Aires:

Argentina, the land of fine red wine, tasty argentine steak and the sexy tango, has to be a good choice. From breathe taking architecture, a vibrant and buzzing café culture and impromptu tango performances on street corners. You’ll never be bored in Argentina. Experience true decadence in one of the many boutique hotels found all over the city and indulge your love of fine wine and fine food.

4. Sri Lanka:

Often referred to as ‘India for Beginners’, Sri Lanka is an ideal honeymoon destination for those couples who want to experience something different.
Like India, Sri Lanka is a sprawling, busy and vibrant country full of food, smells and daily rituals that will blow your mind. When you combine this with the inviting ocean, tropical sea breeze and welcoming smiles of the Sri Lankan people, it’s easy to see why newlyweds are choosing to spend their honeymoons here.

3. Boracay:

As you dip your toes into the white powdery sand and cool off in the clear, warm, sea life filled ocean water. You’ll breathe a sigh of relief that you selected Borocay in the Philippines as your top honeymoon destination for 2012.
Whether you’re looking for cosmopolitan nightlife, that sees’ you dancing on tables tops until dawn. Or early nights followed by glorious sun drenched mornings overlooking the beach of your dreams. Borocay in the Philippines delivers it all.

2. Chiang Mai:

Because of its deep north location and the absence of any sandy beaches to sprawl on, Chiang Mai in Thailand is often overlooked as a honeymoon destination. But if you’re a culture vulture or adrenaline enthusiast, you’ll find Chiang Mai will meet all those needs and then some.
With everything: from traditional cooking classes and hill tribe treks, to elephant training and quad biking. Choosing to spend your honeymoon in Chiang Mai guarantees that the pictures you have to share with your friends and loved ones will be a little bit different than the usual beaches and sunsets.

1. Bali:

Bali remains a favourite honeymoon destination for 2012 for very clear reasons. You can enjoy a five star full luxury break in Bali Indonesia for a fraction of the cost of somewhere like the Maldives. And depending on which time of year you decide to celebrate your nuptials, the prices for renting a staffed villa and being waited on hand and foot for 2 whole weeks, will blow you away.
The island of Bali is small and perfectly formed and with a little bit of research and a patient personal driver (another bonus of choosing a less expensive country to honeymoon in), you can travel to a different part of this idyllic paradise island every day.

When the last guest has left, the photographer has been paid, and the only two people left on the dance floor are you and your new life partner. The idea of two weeks of relaxation can be the only thing still keeping you going. Any of these destinations is a winner for your honeymoon in 2012. The only decision you have left to make is – which one.?

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Top 10 Fastest Aircraft in 2012

The pursuit of flight has been dreamed ever since the age of Ancient Romans. This time around, the said goal has been achieved where planes, rockets, and even choppers are staying high up in the sky, and beyond. However, man’s thirst for reaching the unreachable and achieving the impossible cannot be satiated, which wrought the creation of planes that goes faster than the speed of sound. This year, there are planes that have broken records that are made by the aircraft of the past and following is the list of 10 fastest aircraft in 2012



                                      
10. F-111

Known to be as the world’s fastest strategic bomber, the F-111 Aardvark, being created by General Dynamics, goes at a top speed of 1,850 miles per hour, or Mach 1.3. When it was first made as an Air Force Fighter, there were different errors and deficiencies found, which made it to be a land based aircraft.


9. F-15

Reaching maximum speed of over 1,875 miles per hour or Mach 2.35, the F-15 Eagle is the speediest US Jet Fighter to fly the skies. Despite of carrying over a maximum weight of 24,500 lbs, which consists of bombs, missiles, and fuel load, the plane, can go at top speed with ease.


8. XB-70

The Valkyrie, as created by the North American Aviation during the 1950s was made to avoid interceptors and other jet fighters, as it can fly to over 1,890 miles per hour, or can go Mach 3.05. Working as a strategic bomber, its existence was to prepare the B-70, a nuclear-armed strategic bomber for the US.


7. X-2

Apart from most planes included on this list, the Bell X-2 is actually a research plane that is used to study and advance research in aerodynamics, temperature control, maneuverability, and control, which made way for better and faster planes to be made. It can go for as fast as 1,900 miles per hour, or Mach 3 to 3.2.


6. MiG-25

Getting head to head with the F-15, the Mikoyan MiG-25 is famed to be the world’s fastest jet fighter, which flies at a speed of over 2,000 miles per hour, or Mach 3.2 at maximum speed. It had two versions: the reconnaissance type that flew in 1969 and the interceptor in 1972. Even though maneuverability is an issue for the said aircraft, it was able to get over F-15 missiles with no problem, dodging 10 missiles altogether during the Gulf War.


5. YF-12A

Posed to be the predecessor of the SR-71 Blackbird, the Lockheed YF-12A first flew in August 7, 1963 within the territory of Area 51, in concealing the A-12 from the world. It was seen at the Edwards Air Force Base in California, which made the said aircraft public. It flew at 2,070 miles per hour, or overlapping the Mach 3.2.


4. SR-71

On July 27, 1976, the SR-71 Blackbird has set a world record for the fastest still standing speed record of 2,193.17 miles per hour, and it is able to reach a max speed of 2,200 mph or Mach 3.5 to 3.7. Due to its fast flight, its body has been made of titanium, instead of the usual aluminum, for it to withstand heat that can go as high as 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit that impacts the wings and the fuselage. Just imagine that this is the fastest manned jet aircraft conquering the skies.


3. X-15

The X-15 was made by North America and was destined to be a plane that makes its pilots cross the borders of being plane pilots to astronauts, because it has consistently reached and gone beyond the 50 mile-height with ease. With a speed of 4,520 miles per hour or Mach 6.7, it was perfect for space training as this plane was used by the famous astronaut, Neil Armstrong, before he went on the mission for the moon.


2. X-43A

Over the years since 2004, the X-43A Scramjet created by NASA has reached the record of being the fastest aircraft in the world, considering its design, aesthetics, and flight limitations. With a top speed of over 7,000 miles per hour, or being 9.3 times faster than the speed of sound, this unmanned plane can reach the top speed in just 11 seconds, which is amazing at any degree.


1. HTV-2

The Falcon HTV-2 or Hypersonic Technology Vehicle 2 can fly at a crazy speed of 13,000 miles per hour, making it 3.6 miles per second or being 20 times faster than sound. It can travel from London, England to Sydney, Australia in just 60 minutes. This plane is created to address terrorist attacks by sending a plane directly from American bases in a matter of minutes.

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10 Must Have Apps for Christmas Holidays 2011

With the upcoming Christmas season comes the popping apps that will make every person feel the Yuletide season, whether it can be experienced in games, in productivity apps, or even in home screen themes, and wallpapers. Check this top 10 list and see if you can download them and enjoy the spirit of the season.




10. 3D Christmas Live Wallpaper


You can see a Christmas tree in a different light with 3D Christmas Live Wallpaper that renders wonderful sharp 3D graphics that can be viewed differently with the flick of the touch screen. Aside from seeing the tree, you can also customize it to view falling snow or see the background in shades of blue, green, and red.


9. Snowfall Live Wallpaper


This is a paid app for the Android Market, which costs for $0.99. What it does is it provides a wintery look on your home screen by creating visuals of falling snowflakes on top of swaying pine trees. You can expect lesser lags on this app because it is not a movie file that takes some time to load and play. It also enables full support on landscape or portrait modes, whichever way you tilt your phone. You can even set when Santa’s sleigh appears on the background, or change the colors and blinking animations on Christmas lights on the trees.


8. Christmas HD


There is a reason why this holiday app actually costs $1.99. Aside from the fact that the wallpaper is crisp in HD detail and has 3D graphics, there are tons of things you can add to customize your live wallpaper according to your preference. You can customize the Christmas tree with lights, gifts, and displays, and you can even change the names and numbers of stockings on the chimney. Falling snow on the window can also be changed, and you can even see the countdown to Christmas day.


7. Grinchmas


If you have been too tired of being good this Christmas, then you can play Grinchmas and ruin the season, while playing safe. You play as the Grinch and you must stop people in Who-ville by using snowballs to stop them. You can also change the theme to goodie-two-shoes by playing the Merry Mode and throw gifts instead.


6. Gift Plan


Gift Plan is Apple’s answer to people who would like to organize and be productive with their gift giving, not only for Christmas, but also for any given time of the year. The list can be filtered based on dates, contacts, and even gift types. You can utilize the birthday info saved on the calendar, and even those that are found on Facebook. Ideas can also pop in as you set keywords of the gift you are thinking of, which is actually great for lessening your time.


5. Gift Shopper Pro


Gift Shopper Pro is one of the best answers from Android for people who wanted to utilize their phone contacts for shopping, sorting gifts, and saving other information to make Christmas and even all-year shopping easier and simpler to manage. You can type the name of the item or just scan the barcode for a quick transfer. Store and gift information can even be included through data.


4. CardStar


Did you wish that you could carry all your gift cards, membership cards, and reward cards without stuffing your wallet with too much plastic that it no longer provides room for your money? Cardstar answers all these concerns where you can take a picture of your card, having data stored online, and you can use it instantly. Oh, and you can even add cards that are not supported with retailers, where you can build your very own.


3. Amazon Mobile


Amazon has been known for great deals and buys all year long. Since Christmas time is shopping time, more and more people are using the free app at this time of the year. You can browse to as many products as you wish from books down to industrial or scientific, with almost 50 categories of all the stuff you can buy, even on the phone when you have your credit card set up for the purchase.


2. Better Christmas List


When you are making a list, you need to check it twice, and this app is perfect for the holidays because it even includes a countdown while you are at your shopping frenzy. For shoppers, this is the perfect app because you can set your budget, check how much you have spent, and what gifts are to be provided to your phone or non-phone contacts. It even comes with Santa, hollies, and stockings to make your viewing fun.


1. Angry Birds Seasons: Wreck the Halls


As the yuletide season comes in, who would not anticipate the coming release of the December 2011 version of Angry Birds Seasons, after the November 2011 game was brought out in app stores everywhere. The new thing about this year’s edition is that there are now gingerbread cookies, bells, and a new background, still having the same old pig-wrecking, block-shattering goodness. Oh, looks like the Witch Puff Bird is also joining in this particular joint.

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10 Leila Lopes Miss Universe 2011 Photos

Well last night it was the 60th Miss universe pageant and Miss Angola 2011 Leila Lopes won the Miss Universe 2011 crown at Sao Paulo in Brazil, Some call it racist and some say luck but the fact is that she is now Miss Universe 2011 and she is hot, Leila is the second black Women from Africa to be crowned as a Miss Universe and we have gathered some hot photos of Leila Lopes Miss Universe 2011 Let’s have a look without wasting a second.

 
When she was just a model not even Miss Angola



Leila Lopez in her traditional clothes in the Miss Angola Contest



Getting famous and fancy? Yeah that is when she has won Miss Angola Contest



Leila Lopez in Swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2011 pageant in Sao Paulo



Leila Lopes participates in the evening gown segment of the Miss Universe 2011



Miss Universe 2011 Crowning Ceremony

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