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Bernard J.

Bernard J.

Joined on 12/25/03

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Most Favorable Review

Worked Like a Charm

SIIG JU-SA0F12-S1 3.5" Aluminum Silver USB 3.0 USB 3.0 to SATA/IDE External Enclosure
SIIG JU-SA0F12-S1 3.5" Aluminum Silver USB 3.0 USB 3.0 to SATA/IDE External Enclosure

Pros: It works as advertised. Cost effective.

Cons: None

Overall Review: I bought this to grab data off an old IDE drive that I could no longer connect to my SATA based computers. It worked like a charm. Open enclosure, connect bare bones drive, close enclosure, hook up to computer via USB 3.0. Grabbed what I needed off the drive. Recently added a new SATA drive to use for transfer of data. Again, worked as advertised.

Most Critical Review

Disappointed

LG HBS-800.ACUSBKK Black Tone Ultra HBS-800 Bluetooth Stereo Headset
LG HBS-800.ACUSBKK Black Tone Ultra HBS-800 Bluetooth Stereo Headset

Pros: Battery charge lasts a long time, I like the battery charge status check when turning the unit on, the magnetic holding channels are an improvement over previous models. A fairly stylish look and the things stay in place around my neck throughout most activities.

Cons: The connection range is not as far as previous models. The maximum volume is noticeable less than my previous 700 model: I have a hard time hearing my music when mowing the lawn or with the car windows down, even when the volume is turned up to the maximum level.

Overall Review: Overall, I really enjoyed my HBS-700 headset for two years. When it finally came time to replace it, I expected this newer generation to be better...but, despite costing more, it is not. The weak volume on this set is very disappointing.

10/30/2014

Excellent Card!

EVGA G-SYNC Support GeForce GTX 770 DUAL SuperClocked  2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 SLI Support w/ EVGA ACX Cooler Video Card 02G-P4-2776-KR
EVGA G-SYNC Support GeForce GTX 770 DUAL SuperClocked 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 SLI Support w/ EVGA ACX Cooler Video Card 02G-P4-2776-KR

Pros: Solid value, high performance, problem free installation.

Cons: None

Overall Review: I added this card to my system as one of my last high performance components. I had run with a low level card initially. With multiple SSDs and 24 GB of RAM, the real bottleneck in my system was the graphics card. I added this card to drive two 27 inch monitors and absolutely love it. I was also able to take advantage of two free games through EVGA...one that was advertised on the package and another that I found on their website. Works great on my 64 bit Windows 7 Professional build.

10/30/2014

Solid for 4 Years Running

Antec TruePower Quattro Series TPQ-1200 OC (Fan Control Knob/+12V Voltage Control Knob) 1200W Continuous Power ATX12V v2.3 SLI Ready CrossFire Certified 80 PLUS SILVER Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply
Antec TruePower Quattro Series TPQ-1200 OC (Fan Control Knob/+12V Voltage Control Knob) 1200W Continuous Power ATX12V v2.3 SLI Ready CrossFire Certified 80 PLUS SILVER Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply

Pros: Runs Solid, runs strong, no issues.

Cons: None.

Overall Review: I've been running this power supply now for four years. Powers an Asus P6X58D Premium Motherboard, currently a GTX 770 graphics card, four hard drives, including 2 SSDs, LED lights, water cooling system, 20 fans (yes, it is a lot), has often been overclocked, and I really only turn the computer off when I go out of town or perhaps during a major electrical storm. Just keeps going like the Energizer Bunny...

Longer Lasting Quality

LG Behind-The-Neck Stereo Bluetooth Headset w/ Music Streaming/ Call Waiting Support (HBS-700)
LG Behind-The-Neck Stereo Bluetooth Headset w/ Music Streaming/ Call Waiting Support (HBS-700)

Pros: I have been using this set for close to a year and they have proven more reliable than half a dozen previous ear piece choices. The stereo sound has proven great for listening to audio books and music, whether on a car ride or a run. Battery life lasts longer than my previous non-stereo ear pieces. It is easy to put them around my neck in the morning and I have them with me all day long...I do not fear losing them or having them end up in the wash such as one I previously carried in my pocket. The controls are convenient not only for the aforementioned audio book and music listening, but also for telephone conversations. The sound is good on my end and usually acceptable for those at other ends.

Cons: In moderate wind conditions, callers have trouble hearing me...the noise reduction does not do much under these conditions. I deduct one egg for this.

Overall Review: I use this with a Samsung Galaxy SII. I have used other bluetooth pieces over the past years and typically carried them in my pocket when not in use. Several broke from the rigors of pocket carry and one went through the wash. Being able to carry this around my neck means I always have it with me and I am not subjecting it to the possible damage of pocket carry. It is very light weight and I do not even notice it is on my neck. The only times I have had it slip off is when I have essentially been upside down for some stretching activities prior to a workout. In any shade of upright positioning, it will not come off.