Archive for November, 2009
Monday, November 30th, 2009
If you are looking for a solid wall mount at a good price, this product will do nicely. I used it to mount a 32" Vizio in our bedroom and it is more than adequate for this size TV. I did not give it 5 stars because I had installed an electrical outlet and a cable outlet behind the TV so that the cords would be hidden, and it took some work to position the TV just right to allow space to plug in the power cord and the cable. This mount is very close to the wall. I was very satisfied after installation.
Product Description:
Easily install larger screens with this simple, intuitive mounting solution. Its three step installation process makes it easy to set up. Cables and cords are easily managed behind the screen with large access ports in the wall plate. For that finishing touch after installation, center the screen by smoothly sliding it along the wall plate's horizontal rails.
Features:
- Low-profile design holds screen only 1.18¿ from the wall for a clean application
- 150 pound weight capacity
- Horizontal screen adjustment of up to 6¿ (depending on screen model) for perfect screen placement
- Mounts to wood studs, concrete, cinder block or metal studs (metal stud accessory required)
- Universal mount accommodates screens with mounting patterns up to 17.25¿ W x 12.94¿ H¿
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 79.99
Lowest New Price: USD 28.73
Tags: (Black), DISPLAYS, Peerless
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
To date, 3 of the 4 original Seagate drives have failed in my NetGear NAS. Thankfully one at a time. I have replaced them all with 500GB Western Digital drives. Been months since original failure and weeks since the last one. So far no issues. Time will tell. The original Seagate drives lasted over a year or so before they failed with clicking noises. If this drive fails, I will be sure to update review.
Product Description:
Western Digital 500 GB SATA OEM Desktop Hard Drive WD5000AADS (Caviar Green)
Features:
- WD Caviar Green hard drives reduce power consumption by up to 40% and offer best-in-class acoustics and operating temperature.
- A fine-tuned balance of spin speed, transfer rate and caching algorithms designed to deliver both significant power savings and solid performance.
- IntelliSeek - Calculates optimum seek speeds to lower power consumption, noise, and vibration.
- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
Special Features: nv:Drive Type^Internal|Capacity^500 GB|Interface^SATA 3.0Gb/s|Interface Type^SATA|Spindle Speed (RPM)^Intellipower|Buffer Memory^32MB|Data Transfer Rate on Serial ATA^Up to 3000 Mb/sec|Form Factor^3.5"|Temperature, Operating (°C)^5 to 55|Temperature, Nonoperating (°C)^-40 to 70|Shock, Operating: 2 msec (Gs)^65
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 62.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 41.99
Lowest New Price: USD 44.99
Tags: (Green), Caviar, Desktop, Digital, WD5000AADS, WESTERN
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
My husband and I wanted a tv for the kitchen which would fit in a small space. We did a lot of price comparison between the box stores and read reviews on-line. Based on comments from others who had purchased this item, we decided to give it a try. We couldn't be happier. The TV arrived within days and set up in minutes. Although the sound is lower on some channels than others, that's okay because it is in a small space and the volume isn't an issue. It would also be perfect for a bedroom or any other space that someone was looking for small. The picture is very clear and sharp. We would definitely purchase this item again.
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Brand: Sharp
Color: Black
Model: LC19SB27UT
Release Date: 2009-08-10
Product Description:
Sharp's LC19SB27UT is a widescreen HDTV LCD TV that provides a slim design, high-definition TV solution with a distinctive small foot print. It features a high performance LCD panel for high brightness, a high contrast ratio, low-reflection glare protection and wide viewing angles. The LC19SB27UT includes ATSC / NTSC tuners to receive off-air broadcasts as well as digital cable QAM capability to receive non scrambled digital cable programming. In addition, the LC19SB27UT is PC compatible and is an HDTV monitor for greater versatility. As an HDTV monitor, it is compatible with all 1080i and 720p signals from HDTV sources.
Features:
- Sharp's 19-inch HDTV LCD TV slim design with a distinctive small foot print.
- Built-in ATSC / QAM / NTSC Tuners for DTV and analog TV viewing
- HDMI Input for convenient connection to a digital device
- PC Input conveniently turns your TV into a PC monitor
- Component Input
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 190.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 149.99
Lowest New Price: USD 206.95
Customer Reviews
verysharpSharp
Perfect size and picture for our screened in summer porch.Light weight,easily connected,easily moved,and simple to connect and use.
Great Sharp LCD TV
This 15" LCD is a tremendous value. The price was outstandng for a name brand. Great picture and very easy to set-up and use. Highly recommended for a kitchen or spare bedroom.
Sharp LC19SB27UT 19-inch purchase
The television was easy to put together and the picutre is quite good. The sound system is less than desirable. I had to install external speakers in order to get a decent volume.
Tags: 19-inch, LC19SB27UT
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
This radio is GREAT!!! I live in Los Angeles, I like JackFM and it comes in perfectly! I love it when something that is so cheap makes me so happy! This radio was .99, A BARGAIN!!! To those that gave it a bad review, get a grip! It is .99!!! What did you want, an ipod dock??? Surround sound??? A graphic equalizer??? It is .99, it plays radio in the shower, cheap and fun!!! Going strong after almost a year, haven't even had to change batteries yet! NEAT!!!
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Brand: Conair
Color: Green
Model: SR12
Release Date: 2008-08-20
Product Description:
It's more fun showering with a partner, especially if that partner is a Conair SR12 shower radio. With AM and FM reception, you can hear your favorite music, listen to talk shows, and catch up on the news. And you can hang it in the shower for clear, beautiful sound even while shampooing your hair. The SR12 adds new dimension to your shower experience. Stylish design, clean features and station reception make the Conair SR12 a shower radio to rival any other. Not only does this radio look great, but it is so water resistant it is almost submersible.
Features:
- AM/FM Radio
- Hook for placement on showerhead
- Water Resistant
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 9.99
Lowest New Price: USD 59.99
Customer Reviews
Good Buy
This thing works great. Channels come in clear and the volume goes really high. Speaker is real clear. Dropped it several times and nothing has broke.
shower radio
A #1 gift. The recipient said this shower radio gets better reception than any radio in the house. The shower has a window in it so that may help. She can hang it anywhere in the shower to enhance the reception too. Works much better than one which sticks to the wall. Worth reading reviews of this product which helped.
Great!
A great little shower radio. I particularly like the seperate on/off button. The knobs are easier to grip in the wet shower too. For , you can't beat it!
Tags: Conair, RADIO/, Shower
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
This is an inexpensive alternate to the Sony brand charger. It seems to be a decent quality, despite being made in China. The plug folds to make it very compact and easy to store in a camcorder bag. It also includes a cord to plug it into a car, which could come in handy. I didn't have any issue with the battery falling out of the charger that another reviewer complained about. It clips in snugly and stays in place when I plug the charger into the wall. I highly recommend this if your looking for a charger for you Sony NPHF50, 70 or 100 series batteries.
Product Description:
Guaranteed to work with the following Cameras:DCR-DVD708/DVD708E/DVD755/DVD755E/DVD803/DVD803E/DVD805/DVD805E/DVD808E/DVD905/DVD905E/DVD908E/DVD92/DVD92E;DCR-HC46/HC46E/HC47/HC47E/HC48/HC48E/HC65/HC85/HC85E/HC94E
Features:
- Brand New COMPATIBLE Wall & Car Charger (FREE European Adaptor)
- Universal Power Adaptor with Voltage of 110v/240v
- Smart LED indicator
- Output shortage protection
- Quick charge with automatic constant current control
Available at Amazon
Lowest New Price: USD 1.87
Tags: Adapter., Battery, camcorder, Camera, Charger, Dcr-hc20, Dcr-hc21, Dcr-hc26, Np-fh50, TRAVEL
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
I love telling people that I bought a case when they spent on a similar piece of cheap rubber. This thing is actually priced at it's value and works as well as the ridiculously expensive ones. I've had it for almost a year and it is fine, not that it has that hard of a job.
Product Description: - Brand new GTMax Stylish and sturdy Case.
- Durable, soft & flexible silicone material
- Custom cutouts for easy access to camera lens, speaker and microphone openings
- Plug your charger, cable or headset without removing the case.
- Prevents damage to your iPod Touch 3G from everyday scratches and scuffs
- iPod not included.
- UPC Code:088515714483
- Compatible Model With Apple iPod Touch 3rd Generation Only
Features:
- Brand new GTMax Stylish and sturdy Case.
- UPC Code:088515714483
- Compatible Model With Apple iPod Touch 3rd Generation Only
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD .0
Lowest New Price: USD .1
Tags: generation, Newest, RUBBER, Silicone
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
I think this is a good camera and would recommend it.
The two complaints that I read about is that the popup flash is annoying and the zoom feature is disabled in video recording mode.
I actually think the popup flash is a great feature. People haven't liked the fact that you can't disable it by keeping it from poping up. This is true, but an important feature that people failed to mentioned when I was reading the reviews is that the flash is actually really easy to push down with your left index finger and that when you push it down, the flash is automatically disabled. So this is a quick and easy feature to disable the flash and not an annoying design problem. So forget the flash as a problem and think of it as a feature.
The other problem is not having zoom when recording videos. It actually turns out that you can't change the optical zoom while videoing, but the digital zoom still functions just fine. While it would be best to have optical zoom functioning, the problem with that is that the noise from the optical zoom motors would kill the audio in the recording. So having the digital zoom work instead sacrifices video quality for audio quality for zoom functions. Of course you'd like both, but at least you know what you're giving up optical zoom for...
I guess I also read that the Panasonic competitive product has a better screen for viewing pictures. this may be true, but I guess I don't miss what I haven't experienced. The screen on this camera is just fine.
Love the 12x optical zoom. That's the reason I bought the camera.
Bottom line is that I think this is a good camera for the price. If you have the budget and want better pictures, buy a better camera, but this is just fine for taking pictures of the family, vacations, etc.
Good luck.
Product Description:
Picture the fun you'll have with Canon's SX200IS digital camera. It's equipped with an impressive array of automatic photo-taking features, including a stunning, wide-angle 12X optical zoom and HD movie capture. One-year warranty. Model SX200IS.
Features:
- 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
- 12x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer; 28mm wide-angle lens
- HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output
- 3.0-inch LCD screen; Face Detection, Blink Detection
- Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 329.00
Lowest Used Price: USD 220.00
Tags: 30-Inch, Camera, Digital, Optical, PowerShot, Stabilized, SX200IS
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
This netbook is a lifesaver for college students. I carry this netbook everywhere I go to take notes in classes and work on projects. I was surprised at the life of the battery because I would have start using it at 9:00am and still have it chugging along by the time I leave campus at 6:00pm. I did upgrade the memory however because it was a little sluggish for the first month but after upgrading to 2GB of ram from the default 1GB this machine feels more like a notebook than a netbook. It's definitely not for gaming or anything that requires extreme graphics or power such as video editing BUT it is incredible for taking notes, browsing the web, checking mail, and using office (word, powerpoint, excel, onenote, and outlook). The awkward part of this netbook however is is the battery. All pictures of the HP110-1125nr show the battery flush with the bottom of the netbook, however it actually extends past the bottom and acts more like a stand (the back of the netbook will be an inch or so higher than the front of the netbook solely because of how the battery was designed) Though it was not expected I do like it because it seems to provide air access so the netbook can cool down. I love and highly recommend this product.
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Brand: Hewlett-Packard
Color: Pink
Model: VM139UA#ABA
Product Description:
The Internet is at the center of modern life keeping you connected and informed through email, IMs, RSS feeds, social networking sites and Search. Keeping up often requires time shifting with companion devices like netbooks. Powered by energy-efficient Intel Atom processors, the HP Mini 110 is optimized for Web access and can handle standard productivity apps - but is light enough to carry everywhere at just 2.33 lbs. Its LED anti-glare display reduces reflection that can distract from the visual experience, especially when used outside. The 92% of full-size keyboard enables much more efficient and comfortable use than texting (or typing on smartphone keyboards) for most. Windows 7 makes locating and connecting to hotspots easier and faster than ever. The HP Mini 110 is the perfect device for staying productive, informed and in touch.
Features:
- 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor (512 KB L2 Cache, 533 MHz FSB)
- 1 GB DDR2 RAM (1 Dimm), Max supported 2 GB
- 250GB (5400RPM) SATA Hard Drive; Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 (shared) with up to 128MB total available graphics memory
- 10.1” Diagonal WSVGA LED Anti-glare Widescreen Display (1024 x 600)
- Genuine Windows 7 Starter, *Up to 8 Hours of Battery Life
- 10.1” Diagonal WSVGA LED Anti-glare Widescreen Display (1024 x 600);
- 250GB (5400RPM) SATA Hard Drive
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 (shared) with up to 128MB total available graphics memory
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 379.99
Customer Reviews
Good looking, but it's slow... keyboard sucks!
It looks good, and over all it's a nice netbook.
It's very slow... you can not type fast, because the keyboard will not respond at the same speed as you are typing... it's annoying.
Netbook Purchase
Purchased this HP mini 110-1125NR based on price and some on line reviews. I am pleased with the product. The only complaint I have at this time is the volume of the speakers; I think they should produce a little more volume. Overall this net book works very well for me and it should be much easier to travel with instead of my laptop with the 17 inch screen.
I still like it.99% good
good laptop I like it.but only thing I dont like was the plastic screen was not so good looking.most laptop has been change the good look screen.
Good net book.
I have a mack book pro and this netbook, I have to say the wireless card on this one gives me better performance. also the battery life it worth you can work the hole day with it, it compensates for the bigger battery size. LED screen give reliable colors (photography) and the SD slot turns out to be very useful. The include HP OS is really useful for quick checking email, web and even photos and music.
Lot of advantages on a package this price.
Tags: 10.1-Inch, 110-1127NR, Battery, Netbook, Starter, Windows
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
I've had pretty good luck with HP printers over the
years, and so I stuck with them.
Pros: Works well!
Cons: it seems each new printer has a smaller and smaller ink cartridge; and more and more invasive softwear that I don't want or need.
Average Rating:
Brand: Hewlett-Packard
Color: Black
Model: CD035A#ABA
Product Description:
Print photos, copy and scan with touchscreen ease
Features:
- Print, scan and copy from a single, energy-efficient device with touchscreen control panel
- Connections include Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) networking, USB, and PictBridge
- Rotate and crop, adjust brightness, or apply color effects before printing with TouchSmart control panel--no PC necessary
- Up to 30 ppm black and 28 ppm color print speeds; scans up to 1200 x 2400 dpi (8.5 x 11.7 inches)
- Borderless photo printing up to 8.5 x 11 inches; 125-sheet input tray and 20-sheet photo tray
Special Features: nv:Print Method^Thermal Inkjet|Resolution^Up to 4800 x 1200 Optimized DPI|Maximum Duty Cycle^2,500 Pages Per Month|Print Speed B/W^30 ppm|Print Speed Color^28 ppm|Special Features^LCD Preview Display|Condition^New|Color Output^Color|Printer Use^Medium Format|All-In-One^Yes|Fax Capability^No|Network Ready^Yes|Automatic Feeder^No|ENERGY STAR Qualified^Yes|Dimensions^17.7"W x 16"D x 8.1"H|Connectivity^USB|Wireless^802.11 b|Wireless^802.11 g|Standard Paper Input^125 Sheets
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 185.00
Lowest Used Price: USD 74.99
Customer Reviews
great printer
love this printer, it looks great, very versital, wifi is a must with people using laptops.
Good printer, wish the quality was better.
positives: Installation on Mac and Linux (via hp-uri) were done seamlessly. Wireless works like a charm and things are intuitive like all HP products.
negatives: I print a lot of graphs. And I find the dots/small dashes etc not sharp enough.
Tags: (CD035A#ABA), All-in-One, Photosmart, Printer
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
I have found this to be a very good product that has saved me from having to buy 5-6 new DVDs. It is quick and effective- fixing all but one of our DVDs and that was one that had been scraped with a key. There were some concerns about the durability of the piece, but I haven't see anything yet. We'll just have to wait and see.
However, the "rejuvenation fluid" is simply water with .05 percent rubbing alcohol and it seems almost a rip-off that they actually sell it.
Overall, a very good product and well worth the cost.
Average Rating:
Brand: Digital Innovations
Model: 10185
Product Description:
Automatic Repair Device includes AC power adapter, FlexiWheel™, 1 fl. oz. Rejuvenating fluid, special drying cloth, felt buffing square, detailed instruction manual (also works with 6 AA batteries, not included).
Features:
- Fixes scratches that can cause discs to skip, freeze, and fail to play
- Includes resurfacing fluid, drying cloth and felt buffing square
- Easy-to-use: spray, spin and shine
- Patented, replaceable radial resurfacing wheel repairs up to 50 discs
- Also repairs 3" discs - adapter required (not included)
- Not for use with Blu-ray or Playstation 3
Format: CD
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 56.77
Lowest Used Price: USD 26.99
Lowest New Price: USD 25.36
Customer Reviews
Not bad. But not the best
The things that I like about the skip dr. is that it can repair discs and bring them back to playable quailty. Sometimes you might need to run the disc through several times to revive it. Also it is convenient to have this in your own home. So you don't need to take it anywhere else.
The two things I didn't like is first: when the repair is done it leaves a foggy or somewhat scratchy look on the disc and makes it hard to say it is back in perfect condition. So you can tell it has been ran through a repair kit. It would be nice to have it be brought back to a mirror finish. Second: the fact that each time you run it, the machine barely removes anything. This makes you need to run it many times to get it to remove what you want it to.
Overall it is a good product, I just wouldn't recommend it if you were trying to get discs back to new condition for resale because it won't give you that mirror finish like other repair machines. But it is convenient and works to remove minor scratches and get the discs back to playable quality.
Thanks
Skip Dr. really works
I had two DVD's that were non-functional. Skip Dr. cleared up the first one real quick. The second took a little more work because it had been stepped on and the scratches were bad. But after a little work it appears to be working. Good product.
clean and remove scratches
i tryed other cleaners but this is 1 of the best to repair cd or dvds
Tags: AutoMax, Digital, Innovations, MOTORIZED, Repair, Scratch, System
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