Joined on 02/09/08
Good & Simple Solution
Pros: Good ROI and space saving. Requires no PCI slots expended on a simple audio solution. If all you require is basic sound in/out and can secure the device so that it resists mechanical forces (like bumps or shock); this can be a good solution. NO DRIVER DISK REQUIRED!!! Installs as USB Audio Device and produces audio as a plug-n-play device.
Cons: USB I/O and light plastic construction does not lend itself as a robust solution able to withstand heavy road abuse or exposed use on the go. If that is the environment you will put your solution to work in -- this is not the device for you. Constant insertion and removal of USB device or bending, compression force while in socket would not go well for this device. It is not meant as a "ride hard, put away wet" tool. If you need a simple, low-cost, works out-of-the-box sound solution that will be internally mounted in a chassis (for lack of PCI slots) and cabled to an audio I/O panel; this is a great alternative!
Overall Review: No driver disk neccessary with this solution. Native support as USB Audio Device for Windows XP - 7. Listed support for OS/X but not tested for my application. It is built of light plastic and could do without the buttons and should be used in applications where it will be protected from force or impact. Best for on-the-go audio or a USB based solution attached inside of a chassis where PCI-X/PCI-e slots are not available. The control buttons do function as intended but can be set and left in lieu of control via OS. Overall I do highly recommend this device provided you do not intend to abuse your equipment. But for the right job...this is the right tool.
Looks good, fits great, poor sound
Pros: Comfort, folding design
Cons: Slightly bulky as the flexible mic boom doesn't stow naturally with the folding design. Sound quality was not what I require. Low levels and muffled. Not usable for my application - went to another brand that I have used previously
Overall Review: If you have good hearing and use this in a quiet area; it is a very comfortable headset and may work well for you. Priced well for all that you get. My sample just did not have enough gain on the sound nor quality of sound to fit my needs.
I LOVE THIS HEADSET!!!
Pros: Fast charging, great fit and easy controls. Snug and positive fit to the ear and perfect to use in car or other locations where wireless headset is needed. Easy to use volume controls and not a moment of grief. Noise cancelling is effective when driving. (Gotten compliments on how good it sounds during conversations on my mobile phone). Buying one for a friend and a spare to have just in case! A great find that was highly unexpected!! I am deaf in my right-ear so have to use my left-side. This headset is fully adjustable and is a perfect fit every time. Exactly what I was hoping to find but thought nobody made!
Cons: Non-padded wire & plastic headband can be a little uncomfortable when extended; but this is minor. A little creativity and you can add foam padding to soften the plastic fitting that is the lower headband receiver. Would be nice if it had a higher volume gain (but I'm hard of hearing and use it in my Camaro which is a loud car anyway).
Overall Review: Rating on a scale of 1-5 (with 5 being the highest) I would give this headset a 4.6. Very happy with it and recommending it to friends! (PS: I'm a real customer no scam in this posting...just a very happy customer!)
Buy one but check it twice!
Pros: Cheap and convenient package. Easy to attach a lanyard for lab use. 8GB of space and easily built as a bootable DOS disk for common utilities. Swivel design offers protection to the plug end.
Cons: As with any USB-HDD; DOUBLE-CHECK TO CONFIRM YOU DATA SURVIVES COPYING! Have had one bad disk and filing a RMA. Online RMA process seems simple enough though.
Overall Review: Even with the bad disk (came up as unformatted disk in Linux and Windows) I was able to recover all data. (Disks come pre-formatted as FAT32)
VelociRaptor!!!
Pros: Simply the best HDD I have bought. Quiet, great performance and FAST! Tested in my desktop (HP xw4600 w/4GB, 10K 300GB WD, 1GB MSI Nvidia GPU) and boots Ubuntu 10.10 in under 15-seconds.
Cons: No vices found
Overall Review: Not quite as fast as SSD but if you're looking for a 2-1/2" HDD that comes also w/a 3-1/2" cousin (mounted on a cooler tray) - THIS is an excellent solution. FAST, FAST, FAST!!