Joined on 01/14/09
Toshiba Canvio 3.0 basic
Pros: Just a basic USB 3.0/2.0 Compatibilty, labeled with a 3 year limited warranty. Non glossy slim case so its not a fingerprint magnet and comes with a 3.0 USB cable, you dont need a separate power supply.
Cons: The cable that comes with this unit is a USB to 3.0 Port cable so be careful not to break/lose the cable since you can't use a USB 2.0 cable from other external drives, the drive inside is not a standard SATA drive so you can't use the drive as a replacement laptop drive or use a SATA adapters incase you break/lose your 3.0 cable. No enough documentation that comes with the box but you can always look it online.
Overall Review: Not to basic inside
Dell S2240M Nice but..with issues
Pros: I like this monitor the glossy screen like imac but other user find glossy a disadvantage, -it's thin slim monitor -I like the fine color
Cons: I'm glad I found the issue earlier where it is still covered by a limited return warranty. Researched about this model that it has an internal issue with this kind of model, the issue was the monitor just Turn Off/ON in seconds and back again. if you encounter this issue, return it asap
Overall Review: I hate to return this monitor coz I like it but sad to say I have to return it.. looking for a new brand keeping away with this model. I always trust Dell but this time dell must address this issue
Dell S2240M
Pros: I bought this Dell coz I want to try IPS monitor, so far like the design and its slim, planning to buy an apple monitor but its very expensive, but this monitor is closer the screen look similar with MacBook. So here are the pros: -I like the glossy screen but others may not like it -the Menu is aligned to the buttons at the side of the monitor is a plus rather than its located in the center of the screen of most monitors. -Color is fine don't have issue with it. -its slim and thin bezel is a plus -DVI port is a plus -comes with VGA cable but no HDMI cable
Cons: -No VESA wall mount but there are option where you can buy a particular mount that will connect just like a monitor stand. -A glossy screen may be a disadvantage of some users because of the reflections, just make sure the monitor is not facing the window or any lighting in the front of the monitor to avoid reflection issues. -Menu buttons are Push type switches so the more you use it there is a possibility that the button will get stuck and you will have a problem adjusting the settings. (Use the software that comes with the monitor to be able to adjust the settings without pushing the buttons) -Monitor level is just too low and the height cannot be adjusted but its not an issue for me. -No HDMI but not an issue a long as it has a DVI
Overall Review: -its could be better is the menu button is touch panel -and HDMI port would be great -Height adjustment could be better -VESA mount is not a complicated option to put in this monitor but the designer may forgot to put it in the mold design I encounter that my monitor just turn-off/on and that's was not a good sign, hope that's the only time I encounter that issue.
Rosewill Powerbank RCBR13010
Pros: -Slim like external drive 5.4inx2.87x0.35mm/ 5.64oz -Dual USB Output 5V 1.5A/1A -IPhone 5 compatible tested it. -Blue LED capacity/charging indicator w/power button -metal case/glossy type -Portable pocket size a little bigger than iphone 5 -Not bad for the price with rebate -comes with Micro USB cable
Cons: Some minor issue. -Blue light will lit when charging a device so it may a factor that drains power from the battery, it could be better that it will auto-power off while charging. -Packaging looks cheap so its like buying generic pwrbank -I give 3 Star with the design of the case -Glossy case so its a fingerprint magnet surface
Overall Review: Functions as intended but if you want much better design you can try other brand, I purchased different powerbanks and I find the thermaltake much better with good design but not so slim compare with this rosewill, but if you want slim type this will do.
Seagate
Pros: I am a comp. tech for almost 12 yrs, I trust Seagate Hard drives and they are in the storage business for for many years. but talking about the durability there are no brand exception they are all subject to failure's, defects and errors but Seagate keeps improving to perfection and producing good quality hard drives.
Cons: sometimes the end User(s) are responsible why the hard drive fails.
CPU Casing
Pros: Nice CPU case, I like the plain black server design simple and look durable -comes with a large exhaust fan -w/screws and extra slot cover -w/Side casing ventilation and optional fan -not heavy to carry -2 front USB ports Well its $20 value w/free ship a good buy
Cons: none
Overall Review: it must have a 4 USB port on the front and a transparent side.