HP users, be on the lookout. On June 14, the company announced a worldwide voluntary safety recall of notebook computer batteries that posed fire and burn hazards. HP let users know that certain batteries sold as replacements or that shipped with laptops between March 2013 and August 2015 were at risk, according to a company release. The batteries that posed the problem came with certain HP, Compaq, HP ProBook, HP ENVY, Compaq Presario, and HP Pavilion Notebook computers. HP warned that these batteries had the potential to overheat.
Expect to spend an average of $4,200 for a wedding of 140 ($30 per plate). Of course, if you're having a fancier wedding be prepared to spend much more than that...anywhere up to $100 per plate depending on how decadent your reception is. Venue Rental - With $3,100 spent on average to rent a wedding venue, it's the 2nd priciest component of your reception.
Cost of a Wedding Reception. In 2015, the average cost of a wedding reception is between $12,664-$13,548. Approximately 50% of a couple's entire wedding budget is spent on the reception alone. This is primarily due to the cost of food and alcohol. The average number of reception guests is 151.