The RAW data format provides pure data for high-resolution images, and uses lossless compression for more compact, yet uncompromised, data files.

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In terms of pure visual data (as calculated by Photoshop at the same level of jpg compression) the Google Map screen weighs in at precisely half the information of its prettier Apple counterpart.

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Slingshot is a vapor-compression water-purification machine that can produce about 30 liters of 100% pure distilled water per hour using the same power as a hair dryer consumes.

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