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John A.

John A.

Joined on 02/18/09

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Most Favorable Review

Excellent wall mount

Bytecc BT-1755 17" to 55" full Motion TV Wall Mount LED & LCD HDTV up to VESA 400x400 Max Load 99 lbs, Compatible with Sony, Vizio, Samsung, Toshiba, Panasonic, and LG TV
Bytecc BT-1755 17" to 55" full Motion TV Wall Mount LED & LCD HDTV up to VESA 400x400 Max Load 99 lbs, Compatible with Sony, Vizio, Samsung, Toshiba, Panasonic, and LG TV

Pros: I bought two of these Bytecc BT-1755 for a 40" and a 50" tv. Assembly was easy enough, but I had to be a little creative on the 50". It needed the extension bars to fit the Vesa and needed to use some of the supplied spacer washers to keep the screw heads from mashing into the back of the tv. Maybe this was covered in the instructions, but I found the instructions to not be very useful. Basically tiny blow up drawings of the parts, and variations of the installs. The two TVs required different use of mounting screws and spacers, but there were ample parts available for probably and situation needed. The mount itself is very solid and strong. I like the ability to fine tune the level, after the TV is on the mount.

Cons: Not really a con with this product, but loading the 50" TV presented a challenge. The 40" I installed was easy, because I could look around the side to align the top mounting post, with the groove. The 50" TV was an older heavier unit, and too wide for me to see around the side, for a one person install. I had to call a friend to do the aligning, from behind the TV.

Overall Review: I highly recommend these wall mounts. The price is fantastic!

Most Critical Review

Value priced

Nextbook 8" Android Tablet -  Dual Core 1.50Ghz 1GB RAM 8GB Flash IPS Display Android 4.1 GMS (NX008HI8G)
Nextbook 8" Android Tablet - Dual Core 1.50Ghz 1GB RAM 8GB Flash IPS Display Android 4.1 GMS (NX008HI8G)

Pros: The biggest pro was the price. I bought the Nextbook 8 on a flash special which was cheaper than Shell Shocker. I bought is tablet mostly for work files and showing videos to customers. I also use it to bring up music files, lyrics, tabs and videos. For this, the tab is great and at the price I feel like I stole something. Every android app I could find works on this thing.

Cons: For internet use, it works but just barely tolerable. Very slow and laggy. This is particularly so with games like Frontline D-day. The game is frequently getting stuck and freezes up. I am thinking that problem is more of a combination of the GLU game and this tablet. The screen is OK as popular tablets go and certainly better than tablets in this price range.

Overall Review: While this tablet serves it's main purpose for me well, it suffers with internet use. At full price, just 3 stars. At a big discount, I would say 4 stars.

12/23/2013

Evecase Slimbook for Nextbook

Evecase SlimBook Leather HandStrap Folio Stand Case Cover for E-Fun Nextbook Premium 7HD ( NX007HD8G) - 7-inch Tablet  - Black
Evecase SlimBook Leather HandStrap Folio Stand Case Cover for E-Fun Nextbook Premium 7HD ( NX007HD8G) - 7-inch Tablet - Black

Pros: The Evecase Slimbook Folio Stand case holds my Nextbook 7 securely with no movement within the case. All buttons and ports are easily accessible. With the cover closed the ports are available and the buttons are protected. The shroud part of the case leaves the screen totally clear and lays flat and out of the way. I really like the feel of the case in general, but it feels particularly good while playing action/shooter thumb games. This cover actually makes demanding games play better due to the textured feel and the location of the crease used for creating the stand function. The stand function works well, although I don't use the pad that way. But I set it up a couple of times and it works well. The little flap that part that the cover fits into to make the stand is just that, a little flap. This may get over bent with a lot of rough use, but should serve you well if you are easy on it. The cover closes very well. I just give it a quick flip and it couldn't respond better. The magnetic close has just enough power to close well but still open without notice. So yes, all in all, I am very happy with the case. As a matter of fact, I like this review so much, I am changing the rating from a 4 to a 5. :)

Cons: None that I can find, even trying to find fault.

Overall Review: While the flap to hold the case in stand mode is just a stout little flap, it would be more durable than plastic and less abrasive than metal. IT is not very impressive when you look at it, but in retrospect, probably an excellent choice by this manufacturer.

For what it's worth

SAMSUNG HMX-W300 Orange 5.0 MP 1/3.2" BSI CMOS 2.3" 230K LCD 3x Digital Full HD Pocket Camcorder
SAMSUNG HMX-W300 Orange 5.0 MP 1/3.2" BSI CMOS 2.3" 230K LCD 3x Digital Full HD Pocket Camcorder

Pros: I got this Samsung W300 in a Shell Shocker Deal for 50 bucks. From the reviews, I did not expect a great camera. I needed this camera for work and do not need the latest greatest video available. I take vids and pics of peoples roofs and go through the images with them when I come down the ladder. This camera fit the bill perfectly for the price. For the price I paid, it just may be a great deal. The video quality is OK, but a little jumpy. Pictures are also less than great. But the camera itself operates very well. Quick to turn on and ready for use, The stabilization is pretty good and it worked well in low light conditions. I used it to record a live band in a dark room and the vids were actually pretty good for the conditions. Audio was way below par, but that was expected at the retail price point. But for 50 bucks and free shipping, I am a happy camper.

Cons: Again, I don't feel there are any cons for the $50 I paid. I gave only 4 stars because the image quality is not the best in sub $200 cameras. Didn't want to boost the rating too much.

Overall Review: For a work camera, the water proof, dust proof and shock resistant build is excellent. I have had a Samsung Rugby water resistant phone for years. It has been through the washer twice, it is all dented and beat up, and it still works like a charm. I did have to buy a battery the last time it got washed.

12/31/2012