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Brian P.

Brian P.

Joined on 06/14/03

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Most Favorable Review

Great little buzzbox for the price.

Rosewill RV430-2-FRB 430W ATX 12V Ver2.01     Power Supply
Rosewill RV430-2-FRB 430W ATX 12V Ver2.01 Power Supply

Pros: Nice little PS. Impressive looking package, paint, cable wrap. Dual rails. The 2 fans are almost silent. What I like most is the long cables including 8 large Molex connectors. This thing powers my DVD ROM, DVD burner, CD burner, 2 hard drives, one (4-pin) connector to the mainboard, one to the GF6600, and still one to spare. I also like the 2 SATA and 1 PCI-E for future upgrades. For xx dollars (total) at the time, I wish I would have bought more.

Cons: Didn't buy more when they were on sale.

Most Critical Review

Disappointing longevity

PLANTRONICS Over-The-Ear Bluetooth Headset w/ Noise-Cancelling Microphone / Multipoint / Up to 8 Hours Talk Time (Voyager 520)
PLANTRONICS Over-The-Ear Bluetooth Headset w/ Noise-Cancelling Microphone / Multipoint / Up to 8 Hours Talk Time (Voyager 520)

Pros: Average to good range, fit, comfort, and even sound at full volume. I really liked it for the first few months while it held together. I'm comparing it to a few other bluetooth earpieces I've owned before and after the Voyager 520.

Cons: The silicone ear hook came unglued from the hard plastic arm. I glued it back a few times with different types of adhesives, and it just worked its way off again shortly afterward. Then finally it cracked and broke with no way to re-attach it again. That problem, coupled with the switch breaking, sent this device to the scrap pile in less than a year. I had never dropped or abused it, but even the switch somehow broke. It rattled around and was difficult to press for turning it on or answering calls.

Overall Review: There's a possibility Plantronics might have improved this product since mine was made, I have no idea. But mine appears to be somewhat older because it didn't come with a charging stand.

10/20/2011

Perfect

Mobile TV Cart with Wheels for 23-60" LCD LED OLED Flat Curved Screen Outdoor TV Height Adjustable Shelf Cart Floor Stand Holds Up to 55 lbs Mobile Monitor Stand
Mobile TV Cart with Wheels for 23-60" LCD LED OLED Flat Curved Screen Outdoor TV Height Adjustable Shelf Cart Floor Stand Holds Up to 55 lbs Mobile Monitor Stand

Pros: I spent some time shopping for one of these on the big 'A' website. Most of them weren't very adjustable with just a few options as far as height, then shelf height. I finally decided on the best one I could find for a hundred dollars, and postponed the purchase until I could justify it. Out of nowhere this one appeared in an email from Newegg, and it was less than fifty. I jumped right on it. This is a very nice TV stand. What I like the most is the mounting bracket isn't limited to whatever holes are provided, instead it clamps on the post anywhere you want. The shelf uses pre-drilled holes, but there are plenty to match the height of the TV. I have my 50 inch mounted to where the center is a few inches above eye level when sitting down, and it's perfect. My only tiny complaint is the mounting post protrudes about 6 inches above the TV, but it's no problem to cut it shorter if I want to. It's sturdy, the TV rolls around easily, and I've already received a few compliments from friends and family. No complaints, I'm very happy with this purchase.

Overall Review: Yes, I recommend this stand because it's sturdy and doesn't cost much.

Best inflator I've bought so far

TACKLIFE M2 12V DC Digital Auto Tire Inflator
TACKLIFE M2 12V DC Digital Auto Tire Inflator

Pros: For 30+ years I've been relying on my garage compressors for airing up tires, but that doesn't cover any problems I might have away from home. Not long ago I discovered a Ryobi 18v inflator for $25, but it was slow, and I had to hold the button down the whole time I used it. An almost-flat tire could take 15 or more minutes of button-pressing. Then I found this Tacklife on sale about 20 months ago, and I'm very happy with it. The cord and hose reach far, I've even plugged it into my car while airing up other peoples tires. I've also used it for lawn tractors and 2-wheeled dollies. The size is very compact, I keep mine under the passenger seat. What I like the most is how you can plug it into your lighter socket, clip the hose onto the tire valve, set the pressure you desire, push the power button, and walk away. It shuts off on its own (except for the cooling fan). When I had new tires installed on my SUV it just didn't seem to steer or ride right, so I discovered they only aired the tires up to 32 lbs, when the tires are rated for 44. No problem, the Tacklife inflator had them all topped off in the matter of a few minutes. I've only used it roughly 12 times, but so far it works very well. I probably won't use my garage compressor for tires anymore.. Instead of firing it up, stretching out hoses, and finding the inflator attachment I can just get this thing out. Quick and easy.

Overall Review: It works so well I'll probably buy another one for my sister.

Good deal.

Acer 23.6" 60Hz VA FHD LED Backlit Widescreen LCD Monitor 5 ms D-Sub, DVI, HDMI K242HQL bid UM.UX2AA.001
Acer 23.6" 60Hz VA FHD LED Backlit Widescreen LCD Monitor 5 ms D-Sub, DVI, HDMI K242HQL bid UM.UX2AA.001

Overall Review: I bought an Acer K242HQL about 18 months ago, and now that I purchased another PC it was time to look for another monitor. I was surprised to find them on sale again, so now I have a matched pair. Although almost completely identical, the first one I bought boasts a speed of 1ms, and the new one says 5. They both have the same DVI, VGA, and HDMI inputs. These are good inexpensive monitors, even though the first one I bought was way too bright until adjusted it down considerably. The new one seems a little bright also, so I dialed it down a tad through Nvidia settings. I have no complaints considering my investment of less than two hundred bucks for a pair of matching monitors. The last pair I bought in 2008 (LCD, but not LED) were almost six hundred dollars, so I consider these a serious bargain. They work perfectly well for my photo and video editing, document writing, and even some gaming with older strategy and first person shooters. The 3-year warranty gives me some degree of faith in longevity.

Great for the price

4 Simply Genius Stainless Steel Kitchen Canisters Dry Food Storage Jar Air Tight
4 Simply Genius Stainless Steel Kitchen Canisters Dry Food Storage Jar Air Tight

Pros: I bought these recently from another popular website for a couple of dollars more than they are here. They look great with all my stainless appliances, and have more capacity than I expected. The clear plastic tops and silicone gaskets are somewhat thick and sturdy. They are almost 5 inches in diameter with the tallest one measuring 7 inches high (lid not included in measurement), and the shortest at about 3 inches.

Cons: The stainless is not real thick, I think dropping them to the floor would cause considerable dents. Then the hinges and clamps could possibly get bent through impatience or clumsy handling. Using a magnet I discovered all the hardware appears to be chrome-plated steel, then the stainless itself also has a high steel content. What that means is I wouldn't recommend keeping these in wet or damp environments.

Overall Review: So unless you have a household full of kids or extremely clumsy people, I would highly recommend this canister set. As inexpensive as they are, you can even buy a few sets for replacements.