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Derrick M.

Derrick M.

Joined on 04/18/06

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Most Favorable Review

Good Product for Windows, Great for Linux

HAWKING HWU8DD Hi-Gain Wireless-G Dish Adapter IEEE 802.11b/g USB 2.0 Up to 54Mbps Wireless Data Rates
HAWKING HWU8DD Hi-Gain Wireless-G Dish Adapter IEEE 802.11b/g USB 2.0 Up to 54Mbps Wireless Data Rates

Pros: The unit definitly picks up a signal from a good distance away. From our apt. we can pick up over 1500 feet and get about 25% signal strength. Our Linux box gets Great signal with it and we have yet to see it loose internet connection when we use it.

Cons: Newer Windows, double pained gass filled, tend to stop all radio signal even our cell phone so we open the window a crack and set it on the pain. This usually resolves any problems we have except moister. This product seems to be quite moisture intollerant. When we first got it, I had it on our window sill and it just stoped working. The Next evening it was fine though.

Overall Review: It's not ment for moist environments so we put it inside a Gal. Ziplock Freezer bag and sealed it in with some normal air. This keeps most moisture out and we've had it get hit with rain, snow and evening dew. We still get great signal and I havn't had to do anything more with it. So if your having problems where Moisture Might get to it, Put it in a Freezer bag and your problems will be solved.

Works As Advertised

Car Tape Cassette Adapter+Charger For iPod®iPhone®Touch
Car Tape Cassette Adapter+Charger For iPod®iPhone®Touch

Pros: Works for our iPhone units and lets my wife listen to Pandora in her car that still has a Tape Deck. These devices are not moved around a lot, but have gotten a lot of use and they are still holding up well. i thought the cable for the Tape Audio would go, but it is still working after all this time.

Cons: None.

Overall Review: The devices are well built to handle the use we have put them through. Granted we don't switch, through, or move them, but they are heavily used and still working to this day.

10/28/2014

Works well for Notes and Math

WACOM Bamboo Capture Tablet
WACOM Bamboo Capture Tablet

Pros: Sturdy unit that has held up to quite a bit of abuse and punishment. It has not let me down and is still as good as the day it was purchased. Several updates have come out and the unit has only gotten better with time and use.

Cons: To start it was a bit sensitive and the Touch capability was really annoying when doing the problems for the online class. As the updates were done, the unit has gotten better and I can see where this would be good for someone who is learning Photoshop as well. For now the Touch capability is more of an annoyance when the cat steps on the unit and turns it on.

Overall Review: Over all I'm very satisfied with this and would recommend anyone who is looking to start any type of art and/or Math Class that Requires you to show work. It does get some getting use to, but if you practice it actually becomes a very nice and useful tool for your system.

10/28/2014

Best Vacuum I've Used

Shark NV352 Navigator Lift-Away Upright Vacuum, Purple
Shark NV352 Navigator Lift-Away Upright Vacuum, Purple

Pros: Picks up Husky fur, Cat fur, lint and anything that is in the carpets or possibly under. We have been able to see and smell the difference since we have been using this Vacuum. After one year of use, and still working, it is by far one of the best sweepers I've used and my wife even over fills the canister when she uses. I keep the foam pad clean under the bin and have not seen any clogging issues at all.

Cons: The canister does fill up quickly so it requires monitoring and constant emptying. We have several empty dog food bags that I use to fill with the dust and dander.

Overall Review: Although the canister does require a lot of emptying, it has kept the house cleaner than many of the other upright units that I have ever had. It also didn't coast 500 or 700 dollars like I have seen a similar product advertized for. It is well worth the investment. If you keep up with it and keep it clean, you will not have any issues and it will clean your floors well.

Easy to get started

BOUNTY HUNTER TK4 Tracker IV Metal Detector
BOUNTY HUNTER TK4 Tracker IV Metal Detector

Pros: The device is great for getting started or just looking for odd devices around the yard or allowable places. Not every place likes Metal Detecting. So far I have been able to pick up items up to 8 inches and I haven't got it set to full sensitivity yet.

Cons: The device should come with a headphone adapter so users can use normal PC/Walkman/I-POD headsets.

Overall Review: Over all the device does a good job and is worth the money especially if you are looking to get started, finding a well, or searching for simple change/jewelry. This is a great starter unit for Responsible kids and Adults alike.