Guy Low Price Electronic: 11 Jun 2010

Friday, 11 June 2010

Coffee Pot Replacement - cuisinart carafe, cuisinart coffee maker

I received an e-mail from Amazon asking me to review this carafe, which I had purchased about two weeks ago. OK, I'll write a review. Here we go: In a world where carafes often go unnoticed, many carafes and carafe-like kitchen accessories struggled to rise above the masses; to gain recognition; to find some way to be different. This carafe, all by itself, did just that. Bravely staying put in the coffee maker while near-boiling coffee dripped in, resolutely holding this coffee for up to several hours so that the Joe wouldn't just flow freely across the kitchen counter top, this carafe decided to make a difference. Sometimes our world seems to be coming apart at the seams, but you can count on this carafe to hold your coffee together in one place. Coming soon to a theater near you. (I'm here all week; try the roast beef). Cuisinart DCC-1200PRC 12-Cup Replacement Carafe-Black

Having already replaced my DCC 1200PRC twice a friend advised to shop for the generic version which is available at about half the price! Although I love my Cuisinart coffee maker, replacing the pot had become way too expensive. I am very happy with the model that I found at Total Vac.

This is an excellent example of soaking the consumer. You can buy an entire coffee maker for the price of this carafe, but once you've committed to the Cuisinart coffee maker, you've got to buy their replacement carafe only because nothing else will fit. And it's not terribly well made (fairly thin glass), which is why the original one broke so easily.

But it does make good coffee. Just be careful washing the carafe.

I have had my Cuisinart coffeemaker for 3-4 years now, and I'm currently on my fifth (!!!) replacement carafe. The carafe is fine. Its handle is sturdy, the carafe has never dribbled, and can hold max capacity of 12 cups of coffee. I use it about twice a day.

My only complaint is that the glass wall of the carafe is thin. My first, second, and third carafes were chipped or broken by falls. However, this latest one was very flimsy: after many months of handwashing (I never put it in the dishwasher), I accidentally tapped the side of the carafe on the granite counter next to the sink, and it _shattered_ into many small pieces. My fifth carafe now is 5 months strong.

Yes, it's upsetting that the replacement carafes are so expensive. But the coffeemaker itself is excellent, and I won't change getting replacement carafes (unless there is a generic out there that's cheaper and sturdier). This makes me think of inkjet printers: they're so cheap, but the ink is so expensive. The Cuisinart coffeemaker is inexpensive and EXCELLENT, but unfortunately the carafes are expensive.

I've owned Bunn coffee makers for over 20 years. I like them and the three minute coffee they produced. I felt I was ready for change, and I like my new Cuisinart coffee maker. I can live with the 12-15 minutes it takes to create a new pot of coffee. 20 plus years, I never broke a Bunn carafe. Now, 2 1/2 months after buying my new coffee maker, I'm buying a new carafe. I couldn't tell you how it cracked, but it's cracked and costs a little less than 1/3 the price of the entire coffee pot. It's very thin glass, and I'm at a loss. One more carafe and I'm back to a Bunn boy.

Very happy with my coffee maker which I have had for a long time. Unfortunately the carafe got dropped and had to buy this replacement which within a very short time became a "dribble" type of carafe which leaves us wiping up coffee all the time. The coffee leaks out from under the plastic ring. Never had this problem with the original. Its about 3 months old. Amazon says over 30 days contact the manufacturer. Cuisinart says you should have bought it from us but it has no warranty whatsoever so just buy one again. So I need to spend another 25-30 bucks or spill half my coffee on the counter. - Cuisinart Carafe - Replacement Carafe - Coffee Pot Replacement - Cuisinart Coffee Maker'

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Digital Audio Cable - cable connectors, digital audio cable

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The price on this item was great, however when I tested it in my car with my iphone I found that it only works correctly if you do not move the cable/plugs while in use. After plugging it in, as soon as I moved my iphone to set it down the sound started to cut out. I then tried to test it by wiggling the plugs on both ends, and it appears that the plugs aren't sturdy enough to make a good connection with either device. I currently have a Dynex brand cable for my car for this purpose and it works great with no issues....when it is plugged in, no matter how much you move the cord or plugs the sound stays strong and doesn't cut out...it is much thicker and the plugs much sturdier than this cable which I believe to be the reason it works so much better. This cable was going to be for our boat stereo, however I went ahead and ordered the Dynex cable for just a couple dollars more and will trash this one....not worth sending back for the cost. Hope this information helps anyone who is considering buying this item. Professional Cable ST35MM-06 Stereo 3.5mm 6-ft M/M Cable - Black

I have had this now for a few weeks. The moment I took it out of the package and hooked it to my stereo i knew there was a problem. My reason for buying this was to use to connect my ipod to my stereo. At first I thought maybe a speaker was out. But no, i started to move the cord around when moving my ipod and the music was cutting in and out. Now I have to sit there and move it around until it finally works. I wouldn't recommend this unless you have extra time on your hands....

Upon measuring the cord, I found that it was truly on 5 feet long, which isn't a big deal for my purposes, but may be an issue for others looking to purchase. Other than that, it is a good product at a good price.

You know what they say, "if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is". The cable is thick and the connections look substantial, but looks can be deceiving. The connections are poor, resulting in that awful crackling sound that is made while you twist the connection trying to get the sound to come through clearly. I tried it with two different IPods and the problem remained. For the price, less than $3.00, it was not an expensive mistake, but it was still a mistake.

These cables do not work well. When I took it out of the package I was not impressed with the thickness of the wire. They seem very cheaply made. Considering the price, I guess it's not surprising. It wouldn't be a big deal if the cable actually worked. The sound is intermittent when connecting my mp3 player to my car stereo. The wire needs to be bent a certain way for the sound to work. I will be throwing it away and purchasing a different cable.

Works just as i wanted to. I have a cable like this before but it wasnt long enough so i got this in a longer length. I connect my computer to the back of my Sony Bravia 40" HDTV and I have an optic cable from my tv to my Sony 7.1 AV receiver so i get the surround sound from my receiver for all the programs i run on my computer. Lots of different uses for this cable, not just for headphones, ipods or mp3s. Enough said.

I bought this so I could connect my MP3 play to my vehicle's sound system. The cord feels durable even though it seems "thin". The rubber feels very strong, but it is flexible unlike thicker, traditional audio cords, which allows for easier folding to get it out of the way. The sound quality is superb through it. - Cable Connectors - Audio Cables - Ipod Cable - Digital Audio Cable'

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Local History

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Almost every year, I visit St. Louis on business and I've read several travel guide books about the city. This new guide by Brooke S. Foster is by far the best. Foster was formerly a writer for a local weekly newspaper that is the premier source of info on entertainment, dining and attractions in the area. She clearly brought a wealth of local knowledge and journalistic talent to the table when writing her book. It's definitely not your typical dry guide book. It's well written in a modern style that's concise, informative and entertaining to read. It covers not only the best known tourist attractions but also places, shops, restaurants and sights that only a well-traveled local - or someone who bought this book - would know about. I also think the organization, graphics and layout are extremely well done and much better than the usual travel guide. It's clear that a lot of thought and effort went into this handbook to St. Louis. I highly recommend it to visitors who want to get more out of their trip to St. Louis and to local residents who want to know more about their city. Moon St. Louis (Moon Handbooks)

I recently reviewed the Moon Kansas City (Moon Handbooks) guide and gave it four stars. I was about to give this book on St. Louis only three, but then realized that I was comparing thing unfairly. I used the Kansas City guide for a long weekend, but moved to St. Louis several months ago. Although no expert, my knowledge of the town gives me a broader base to nitpick little details in this volume. But trying to be objective, MOON ST. LOUIS provides a visitor with a number of useful tips for enjoying the city.

Of course everyone knows about the Arch. But not everyone knows about gems both large (the Cathedral Basilica and the Old Courthouse where Dred Scott originally went to trial) and small (Big Sleep Books). Like its Kansas City counterpart, MOON ST. LOUIS also provides useful tips on entire neighborhoods.

Nonetheless, even being objective, there are a few clunkers here. Hit Blueberry Hill for the incredible collection of pop culture memorabilia. It is a trip. But best burger? No. Try O'Connell's Pub. And although I live in Tower Grove South, a great neighborhood, the nearby Blackthorn's pizza is nothing to brag about. For breakfast, City Diner is appropriately included but The Mud House on hipster Cherokee Street is inappropriately not.

Those are mere disagreements in taste, however. Some exclusions are hard to excuse. One of the true delights in having moved to St. Louis is the discovery of a wonderful breakfast known as the slinger, and it is almost criminal neglect to outsiders to fail to mention it in the section on local cuisine. Further, in a beer town bursting with brewpubs, the author mentions only two. One of them, Schlafly's, is top dog among local brewers and justifiably so. The other, Morgan Street, is generally considered to be the worst of the lot. No mention is made of such gems as Amalgamated Brewing at The Stable, also on Cherokee Street, or any of the others. Yes, the St. Louis brewing scene is dynamic and ever changing, but then the author should at least have included info on certain websites such as stlhops or showmebeer to allow others to do research on places that may arise between editions of this book.

Of course, any one source on a city is going to create disagreement as to what to see and do. But for a short trip to St. Louis, or a starting point for things to do if you move here, you could do far worse than this Moon guide.

I just moved to St. Louis and in order to get acclimated to the city I decided to pick up a tour book. Little did I know how valuable that decision was! This tour book provides a wealth of information about St. Louis from well known attractions to things people who have been living here for a couple of years don't know about! Brooke Foster is a fantastic author and her descriptions of various places are some of the best reviews I have ever read (check out the review for the Complex, I am still blown away!). If you are new to the city or just visiting be sure to pick this gem up and hit the road exploring!'

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Power Supply - chargers, garmin nuvi

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Our OEM cord plug unscrewed and we could not find all the parts to reassemble so we purchased this version and used Locktite to retain the knurled nut on this exact replacement to prevent future unwanted disassembly. ChargerCity® Exclusive Vehicle Power Cable car charger for Garmin Nuvi 600 610 655 660 675 685 GPS. Item includes ChargerCity Manufacture Direct Replacement Warranty

This charger is a good alternative to the OEM charger. Cannot see the difference in the performance as it relates to charging the GPS system. It does not have the traffic update attachment of course. As a charger, it has not failed and I think it still has a lot of service to render. I will definitely recommend this charger to anyone needing a charger for their NUVI 600 series GPS system.

I paid special postage for it to be delivered before I left town. I received the Garmin charger for model 660 on time, the only regret

was that I did not order it earlier, so I would not have to pay the extra shipping charge.

My cable to connect my Garmin to my car broke and I was dismayed to find a Garmin replacement would run me 40+ bucks. This is a wonderful replacement that works well at a very good price. Highly recommended. - Car Charger - Garmin Nuvi - Chargers - Garmin Accessories'

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29 Waist

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My husband has other Levis 501's and these new ones are different in the weight of fabric ( light), fit(tighter in the leg and crotch) and color of stiching(white). Also the rivits and buttons are white instead of metal color. They also shrank when washed in cold water and line dried. Are these real Levis 501's or knock off's ?They are made in Mexico, his older ones are made in Colombia and are regular heavy fabric Levi 501 work pants. We are not happy with these pants but have already washed and used them. We would never order them again. Levi's Men's 501 Below The Waist Jean, Gothic, 29 32

I have been wearing Levi's 501 since I was 16 - which means that for 22 years I keep returning to the classic, and it always fits just right.

This is the first time I am ordering my jeans through Amazon - I am not a big fan of ordering cloths remotely without trying it on, but I thought what the hey, how can I go wrong with the classic 501. And indeed I got it just right, same old great blue jeans: enter levi's into the e-commerge age.

Bottom line - as great as ever, and now online.

Real 501's are made of 14 oz canvas-like material. These "Iconic Rigid" jeans are made of some sleazy, much lighter material that takes on a carefully contrived set of wrinkles to make them look like they'd been worn to bed soaking wet and dried out overnight. If you want real 501's stay away from these. I sent mine back right away.

Levi's Men's 501 Jean

Until this week, I had been wearing levis all my life and in recent years was only wearing 501's for all occasions. I buy many different colors for my various activites. Currently I have over 10 pairs that have never been worn because there is no quality control at Levi Strauss. Living out in the country it is too difficult and costs too much to send the items back in to Amazon. The 501's I have were made in Egypt, Mexico, Haiti and other various places. The labels all match in size however some of the jeans are at least a full size smaller at the waist and some of the pairs have the correct waist but very narrow legs. One last issue I have is that the material does not hold up. some of the 501's I bought in recent months rip after wearing them just a few times, some of the buttons come apart.

I have been wearing Levi 501 shrink-to-fit for at least 20 years. My advice re. buying online is don't. Here's why.

I hate to shop and normally just ask my wife to pick up some jeans when she's at the store. I know my size, and this has always worked. So, when internet shopping came into vogue, things were even easier. Until a couple of years ago. Starting then, my good old size started showing up too big, or too small, or wouldn't shrink right. Bottom line is that I wound up with several unusable pairs of jeans. So, I finally bit the bullet and made the trek to Macy's. Tried on 4-5 pairs of identically marked jeans and they were all over the map. Found a pair that fit. Washed them once and they turned into floods. Returned them and got another pair. Washed them and they're ok. So, I'm done with buying jeans online. And I'm probably done with Levi's.

I say "probably" because this assumes I can find anything any better. The market provides what the consumer demands, and apparently what the American consumer demands is cheap, useless junk. As other reviewers have observed, the current version of Levi's denim is shameful. Not only is it thin and non-wearing, but since it shrinks along one bias more than the other, it is important to orient the fabric in the machine correctly. Apparently, this is too much to ask. Ditto for getting either the waist or the leg to match the label.

Bottom line: My advice is, if you're going to buy Levi's, don't do it online. It just doesn't work.

If I had wanted blue burlap sack, I would have looked for it. Levi now thinks they can flog off any material on their customer. The last time I ordered these levis I got something in stripes that looked like I was escaped from prison. Now it is burlap! I will never order anything from Levi again until they come back to the original levi material. What complete junk. This product sucks.

These 501 jeans are really the only model of jeans that I have ever found that fit me, but the quality of them has certainly changed in the past year or so. This is the 3rd pair that I have bought from different places over the past few months. One made in Egypt, one made in Dominican Republic and this pair made in Mexico. They all have a very strange problem in common. The belt loop next to the label on the waist band has come apart on all 3 pair. This has happened on either the first or second wash. It is not like I am wearing them hard. I am not really putting any stress on them as they are loose on me and the belt is not pulling at the belt loop like I was bending and really working in them. It is very disappointing to have this happen to all of my new pairs when I have some pairs that are 6~10 years old that are in better shape than the brand new ones. Levis certainly lost their quality when they moved their production off shore. This is probably the last pair of their jeans that I will ever buy. I certainly hate to say that since I have been wearing this model since I was in elementary school. I have worked on my family's farm in them and put them through their paces in past years and they held up to my abuse and now they won't even stand up to a wash on the gentle cycle. I am very disappointed in this purchase.'

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Bench Seat Cover - pet seat cover, car seat cover

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the elastic at the top does not hold it on the seat very well, I constantly have to reposition it and I have no way of attaching it to the bottom of the seat? It is a good quality material though, it just needs better ties especially for the top part. Covercraft Universal Pet Pad for Bench Seat, Khaki

Based on the description I thought I was purchasing an item that would fit well in my car. However it was my mistake for buying it without an image.

It doesn't fit well in my car and did not come with instructions.

This cover just does not stay put and therefore defeats the entire purpose of protecting your seats from mud and paw scratches from your pet. It has very slick underside and constantly needs readjustment on my leather sits as it glides whichever way my dog moves. Because of that it also makes my dog unstable while in a car as on every turn it shifts in a direction car takes it and so shifts the dog with it, forcing him to lose his balance. It may perform better in compact cars with fabric seats but I would not recommend to buy this cover if you have large seats and especially if you have leather seats.

I use this product every day, taking my dog around town. The cover installs in about 1 min. and comes out even faster. The way it installs, you can also fold back half of it for someone to ride sitting beside your dog, without sitting on the pet cover. Cleaning is a breeze, haul it out, hose it down and it dries in a few hours. Or, you can simply throw it in the wash, then air dry it. This product is Made in USA, which is important to me as well, and now hard to find in a pet seat cover. - Dogs - Dog Seat Cover - Pet Seat Cover - Car Seat Cover'

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Customized Shift Knob - knob, razo

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Love this knob. Have no idea why I waited 77k on my 2006 Accord to put it on. Makes shifting more of a joy to a manual car since you hands is on the knob so much. I sometimes debate whether I should have gotten the long RA96, cant really know if short or long feels best until you try both out I guess. But this one is just a bit higher than OEM and my arm can rest on the rest pad and still shift. Looks sharp, feels great and a lot cheaper than Momo brand. I think Razo is top notch. Install is easy as can be too. Razo RA96REA GT Advance Red Leather Short Shift Knob - Pack of 1

Replacing a worn shift knob in a Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, I looked at quite a few different ones. Finally decided on this Razo and am glad I did. This shift knob has a much better weight and feel than stock. Installation was easy with the included adapters. I now have better, more solid shifting using the Razo. Only thing that I didn't like was no shift pattern on the knob itself, but on stickers that could be placed on the console.

Very nice product, but the mounting system could be better.

What I did to the proper sized plastic adapter was to pre-tap it before installing, vs just screwing it on to the shifter shaft and having it "cut its own threads.

I also used a drop of thread locker on the shaft before I screwed down the shift knob. Now it is on there and not going anywhere.

Bought this to replace the stock leather knob that had worn out, and I'm so glad I picked this one. Has a great, balanced weight to it which helps with shifting, and has quickly become the focal point in the car. The leather is top-quality, and will last for longer than I'm going to own the car. All my friends ask where I got it, and all the females say it's sexy. You can't go wrong with this one. It self-threads to your shifter, so you don't have to worry about sizing. My only complaint is that it has become a tad bit loose, but not enough to become a problem, just a little annoyance. Otherwise great knob!

I looked and shopped for a nice shift knob high and low and finally came across this one which looked nice..IT IS! Install was a cinch and am going to apply some thread lock(as another person said)to just ensure it stays put and secure. The fit and feel are amazing and its well worth the price and wait for shipping! Put on an Altima SE-R and couldnt be happier!

The weight balance, craftsmanship, and assembly procedure are great. Unlike the screw-mounted aftermarket shift knobs, this one has an insert that threads to your particular shift lever so it won't come loose.

I would have rated it 5 stars if not for the fact that it does not fit all reverse lockout rings. The 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS reverse lockout ring is about 2mm too wide, for example. Razo should at least state that it only fits MOST reverse lockout rings rather than just giving a blanket statement like they do. The best course of action would be for Razo to actually list the opening diameter.

the best shift knob ever!! awesome grip,fits perfect on the celica, it has 3 different addapters a set of decals for the gear locations on your vehicle,I uploaded a picture of it install, I think it looks great with my blue dash led kit.., makes you wanna always keep your hands on it at all times..worth every penny!!!!! - Razo - Knobs - Knob - Shifter'

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Video Cable - high definition, mini hdmi cable

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I received cable promptly. Connectors appear to be gold contacts as advertised, however it does not have the ferrites (bulbs next to connector) on either end as pictured. Typically the ferrites indicate a higher quality cable and aid in reducing electrical noise in high data rate applications. I gave 4-star rating since it works well/priced right but not worthy of five because it was not what was advertised on website. I bought the cable for my Canon HF21 HD since it's not included with the camera. Canon sells the cable separate for over $60! Can't beat this deal!! PTC Premium Gold Series Mini HDMI Cable, 10 ft.

Not much you can say about a cable. It was relatively inexpensive (VERY inexpensive compared to the name brands), and it works. I use it with my Canon EOS Rebel T1I to show movies and pictures on my 1080p TV. It does what it should do.

I guess you get what you pay for. I used this 2 times for maybe 20 minutes and then it stopped working. I have an Canon Vixia HF20 and if I bend the cable at a certain angle near the camcorder and hold it then it works...

I use this cord with my Canon 60D to hook it up to my HD TV. The cord is of sound construction and has a comfortable length so you don't have to set your camera behind the TV. For the price it is unbeatable. Don't let another seller convince you their cords are better just because they are more expensive.

Don't get suckered into buying expensive HDMI cables at big brand electronics stores. This cable works great and I guarantee you won't see ANY difference between this and a $100+ premium cable. It's all digital so it doesn't make a difference. I use this to connect my Canon SX210IS digital camera to my Panasonic home theater projector and it looks awesome! - High Definition - Hdmi Cable - Video Cable - Mini Hdmi Cable'

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Music

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Truthfully, I like this song because it has a "sneak" explicit lyric. Personally, I don't curse, so when a mainstream artist uses language like this, it's kind of funny to me. Sort of like when you see Office Space and the Michael Bolton character starts singing along to a really hard-core rap song. The line in the song is at the beginning, when Adam Levine says: "Not fit to "funkin'" tread the ground that I am walkin' on." Only he doesn't really say "funkin'" if you listen closely. But that's not the only reason I like the song, of course. The whole album is great because of the funky rhythms and how each song has a different groove, so you don't get bored. Also, after seeing Adam Levine on "The Voice" I thought I would try out his music and I really like it. Harder To Breathe'

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Ipod Touch Screen Protector - screen protection, ipod accessories

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After reading the various reviews on this item, I was on the fence about applying this to my shiny new iPod Touch (2G) 32GB. After all, it's an expensive gadget! Needless to say, I am very pleased with the outcome.

I ordered my 3-pack through Bargaincell and they do indeed cover the entire face with an upside-down "U" cut out in the bottom to make space for the tactile "Home" button. They are also crystal clear and do not impact the visual appearance of the LCD screen nor do they impact touchscreen sensitivity in any way (that I could notice, and I'm quite nit-picky).

I methodically install screen protectors on all of my gadgets the day I get them. So here are some tips I've come up with while applying this particular protector:

1. Try to do this under very bright lighting (such as under a desk lamp) so it's easier to see any stray dust.

2. Wash and dry your hands thoroughly before handling. Blow on your hands and rub them briskly together to remove any towel lint.

3. Use the included cleaning cloth with a drop or two of water to remove all existing residue and finger smudges.

4. One you remove the thin backing to expose the light adhesive, only handle the protector by the long edges. Making the letter "C", you should hold it in your hand as if holding a playing card (palm facing down).

5. Since the protector is very difficult to remove without damaging it, take the included smoothing card (or the edge of the backing you just removed) and place it under one corner because chances are, it WILL take several attempts to align the protector perfectly.

6. If you are correctly holding it at the long edges, the protector will bow downwards. Just before you apply it to the center of the iPod, gently blow across the iPod's screen to remove any dust particles that have landed over the past few seconds.

7. Slowly place the protector on the iPod's screen and allow to slowly flatten from the inside to the outer edges. Do not let go until the last possible moment. Fortunately, this protector is stiff enough to eliminate most (if not all) bubbles along the way.

8. If it is aligned to your satisfaction, gently remove the smoothing card from the corner. If not, use the card to gently peel up the protector and try again.

9. Once aligned, use the smoothing card to smooth out any stray bubbles near the edges.

10. Enjoy your protected iPod! iKross 3-Pack Premium Reusable LCD Screen Protector with Lint Cleaning Cloth for iPod touch (Clear)

I initially got this for my iPod Touch 2g. It does what it says it will do, BUT it attracts fingerprints and smears like crazy! I thought this was simply the price to be paid for protecting the screen.

However I was in a coffee shop the other day and this guy saw me cleaning my screen. He asked me if I had a screen protector on it and I said yes.

He pulled out his iPhone and handed it to me and said "Go ahead swipe, touch and tap it."

I did and much to my surprise THERE WERE NO SMUDGES OR FINGERPRINTS! I noticed that when tilted a little it had a slight non reflective satin sheen to it rather than a glossy reflection like mine did.

I asked him where he got his screen protector and he told me at the online apple store.

I did some research and found out the company that makes it is called "Power Support".

You don't have to get it at the apple store tho, you can get it here at Amazon or other places. Just search for "Power Support Anti Glare Film".

It IS around $15.00 for a set of 2 screen protectors.

HOWEVER, for the ability to have a smudge and fingerprint free iPod Touch and to reduce the glare on the screen, I was more than willing to pay the price.

Hope this helps!

These are great and the price is right for a 3 pack of them. It was not too challenging putting this protector on.(Hint, only hold the sides of the protector when applying it to the iPod) This protector is crystal clear, I cant even tell that its on. The protector covers the entire front of the ipod touch (except the home button) though, it seems like its a slightly smaller, Im, not sure because i could of placed it on a little crooked. Which you cant even tell if you use a sleeve or iClear cover as I do.

I bought this to go with the Griffin 8167-ITCLR iClear Hard-Shell Case for iPod touch and having them both together makes me feel more comfortable about my ipod touch being well protected.

I'm !00% Satisfied with this product.

If the shipper is Eforcity you will not receive the product in photo.You will receive a partial screen protector sized to cover the "touch" portion of the screen. It's not IKross but from company called Insten. When I asked for the full screen as I had ordered they kindly and quickly sent a replacement but unfortunately it was the same wrong product.

If partial screen is what you need, then the product is fine.

As mentioned in a previous review, the photographs for this product clearly show an iTouch 2G, with the hole for the home button rather than an inverted "U" that would work with the 1G.

Nowhere in the product description does it state the product is for 1G only. Yet the package clearly states "Suitable for Touch 1G [sic] Full front."

I wrote BargainCell requesting an exchange. They told me to give them a CC number for reshipping charges. Reshippping charges?!? The cost of the product was 1 cent and the shipping was $2.98 (while another vendor had the price as $2.99 with free shipping). I told them I would not pay any more shipping for their inaccurate description. They responded that their description clearly said the protectors were for the iTouch and not for the 2G. What, in heavens name, do they think the 2G is?

This 1G product might work, but it is not designed specifically for the iTouch 2G - their deceptive pictures of the 2G notwithstanding. It is unethical and dishonest to use a bait-and-switch with your customers and then refuse to make it right. Thank goodness for Amazon's "A-to-Z Guarantee" for third-party sellers.

If you're thinking of buying anything from BargainCell - Caveat emptor!

UPDATE - 2 June 2009: After posting this negative review and filing an A-to-Z claim with Amazon, I got an email from BargainCell promising to send the correct product at no additional charge. So, I canceled the claim and waited ... and waited. After almost four weeks - and nothing from BargainCell - I realized they were not going to make it right, so I re-instated my claim. When I did so, I copied BargainCell on the email to Amazon, to which they said ... nothing. Today the refund came through and still no word from them.

I've gotten stuff from BargainCell before and it has been pretty good. This was a real surprise for me ... but educational. I don't care if they're selling iMacs for a nickel, I'm not buying. And neither should you. - Ipod Touch - Screen Protection - Itouch Accessories - Ipod Accessories'

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Strength Training - p90x, exercise bands

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These things are more effective and better made than I expected. As a pastor in my late 50's, I don't get a lot of exercise, nor do I have a lot of extra time or money. I wanted something small and inexpensive - not a weight machine that I would have to set up in the basement. My wife suggested exercise bands. After a quick review, I determined that 1) I needed a complete set to have enough for a good workout, 2) they had to me made well (many reviews complained about weak stitching and other failures). BMP's "new and improved" set (that included a Door Anchor - which I use in about half the exercises I do) seemed like the best choice.

As a former engineer, I look closely at design, workmanship and quality of materials. I have not seen other brands up close, but I am very impressed with this set from BMP. The straps connecting the handles to the bands are made of heavy "ballistic nylon", with an extra piece added to double the thickness where the heavy duty metal grommet is located. To keep the bands from pulling through the grommet, they appear to have something like a large ball-shaped bead over the tubing with a tough rubber sleeve over that - a very nice design. The handles have a somewhat thin, but comfortable padding. The clips that attach the bands to the handle are heavy-duty and easy to clip with a single motion.

Before my first workout, I tried each exercise to determine what band combination I would need. I then ordered my workout to somewhat minimize the number of band changes -- but I was surprised how quickly I could change them out. I was also pleased with the variety and quality of the exercises - I thought bands would be a poor substitute for machines and free weights, but in many ways I find bands to be better - especially compared to the kind of machines you can afford for home.

One of the things I found to be lacking with the BMP set was exercise instructions - they only have six exercises. If they just printed one more double-sided piece of paper they could have added an additional 12 exercised. So I found a good small booklet - "The Great Stretch Tubing Handbook" for $8.95. Black Mountain Products Resistance Band Set with Door Anchor, Ankle Strap, Exercise Chart, and Resistance Band Carrying Case

Compared with other resistance band products selling, this band definitely is superior in both quality and strength. I'm a pretty fit guy, and sometimes when I use other bands, I'm scared that some part of the band is going to break if I'm too hard on them. With these bands, I'm sure that I can go as hard as I can, and the integrity of the bands will not be compromised.

The design is overall better. The plastic in the handle is thicker, ensuring that will not break. In addition, the other weak point of the band between the clip and the actual colored band is enforced with a ball-type system, which is also superior to other designs.

If you are planning on using bands for high intensity workouts like P90x, these bands cannot go wrong. Having used other multi-colored bands for sports like wrestling and soccer, I can say that these are the highest quality bands that I've used.

I have recently started the P90x system, and required these resistance bands for the program. I have shopped around and priced these things all over, and these are the least expensive by far... especially considering the quality and the included door anchor, leg strap, and the fact that these bands are stackable meaning it will be a long time before you max out on these things. The materials are of high quality. The metal rings are of good construction and the metal clips are thick sturdy metal. the handles are made of high grade nylon webbing and are very strong, the handles have foam grips that are very comfortable to use. The included bag makes taking your stretchy gym everywhere you go very convenient.

Was looking for exercise bands to use with P90X rather than buying a complete dumbbell set. I'm very happy with this product. I don't seem to use the yellow and blue bands at all since they don't provide very much resistance. The other bands get used and work well. I like the fact that the bands have clips for the handles. I bought an extra set of handles to avoid having to swap out frequently between exercises. As it turns out, a lot of times when I'm working a smaller muscle group with a single band, I won't even use the handle -- I'll just grab the end of the band near the attachment. I also really like the fact that it's easy to combine the bands to increase the weight. I haven't used the ankle strap and I'm not sure if I ever will. I have used the door attachment and it works well when used as instructed. I think I'll attach a carabiner to the closed nylon loop on the door attachment which will make it even easier to use.Overall, this is a great product. Very pleased.

I purchased these resistance bands about 5 weeks ago for use with P90x. I required an affordable and convenient way to easily move workout equipment from one room to another. These resistance bands achieve that requirement. From a product perspective I have been extremely impressed with overall quality and performance of the bands. A really nice feature of these bands is the ability to add multiple bands for additional resistance to one handle using the clips. The clips are great for ease of transition to different resistance bands, however if you are trying to do Lawnmowers or Heave Pants the additional 3-4 inches the clip extends the handle limits your range of motion.Overall I am happy with my purchase and the overall quality of this product. I would definitely purchase this product from this company again.

I don't often write reviews, but a month in and I love this product. I was going to go to my local sporting goods store and buy a resistance band. Then I started to look into it, and the cost of getting them in multiple "weights" added up quick. This system has the ability to be quickly tailored to difference resistance levels 'on the fly', and comes in a nice compact carry-bag. Loved it so much I bought it for a family member as a gift! - Exercise - Exercise Bands - Fitness - P90x'

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Notebook Adapter - apple, macbook

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I bought this apple mackbook adapter from the store front at amazon and was completely amazed to find out that its a fake macbook adapter, Guys please stay away from this store front "bobcatpower Storefront" and i would not recommend anyone to buy anything from this bobcatpower Storefront. The plug is loose and its very low quality. If you see the picture on the storefront it shows "APPLE LOGO" on the adapter but the adapter that received has no such logo.

When i ask the seller to take it back in return at the same time i wrote a honest feedback saying that the seller "bobcatpower" is selling a fake adapter and i really wanted other people to know so that they dont make the same mistake as i did, Now the seller threaten me saying that if i dont remove the negative feedback the storefront "bobcatpower" would the same to me. I am completely amazed as how amazon allows this kinda store front to operate. I am a valuable customer of amazon but now i really have to think hard before i make any other purchases on amazon's store front.

When i asked the seller to return my shipping cost, the store front "bobcatpower" is replying me back with another threaten email saying that they would only return back my shipping cost only if i remove the negative feedback. But i dont care much about the shipping cost and i would make sure that this store front is banned from amazon who indulge themseleves in threaten their customers and also by selling wrong and fake items to their customers.

I would also suggest amazon to stop allowing this fake store fronts to operate on such a reputed online store. Apple MagSafe 60W Power Adapter for MacBook MA538LL/B (Retail Packaging)

Got one of these with my second mac. And it's the second mac I've had with a power cord that frays and melts down. the magnasafe connection is a fantastic advance, but I don't understand why Apple has such a difficult time making power cords... i see that there is the option to make a video review, looking forward to filming the smuldering remnants of my power cord so that you can all share in the misery of second rate technology.

I love apple and I will keep apple products even though this adapter creates quite a problem. I didn't know, until I replaced mine, how common the problem was. Luckily I purchased the extended warranty so even if I have to replace it every year, apple will do it for free the first 3 years.

But it puzzles me why they can't create a better adaptor, especially at this price. Which is why I gave it two stars: high price and will only last about 1 year. But, you don't have any other choices right now so you have to just bight the bullet or leave apple macbooks alone.

If you purchase from amazon you will get a genuine apple adaptor, i can't say the same from any storefront--I always treat them as buyer beware.

I am a die-hard, rather-fight-than-switch Mac user. That said, I have been disappointed with this product and if someone else made a powercord for macbooks, I'd buy one elsewhere. The bottom line is that the junction boxes on the chords overheat. Every other mac user I know experiences this (as well as the batteries getting really hot in the laptops themselves). In this case, my junction box overheated to the extent that it literally melted the thin chord that goes from the box to the computer. Yes, melted. Which is why I needed to purchase this item. And why I was frustrated that I had to pay $80+ for a product made only by Apple that is faulty in design. And yes, the new chord gets hot, just as the old one did. It took 2 years for that one to eventually melt itself - am hoping this one will last longer. I still wouldn't switch from Mac computers, but I do wish Apple would rework these chords and then make replacements free or cheap to folks who've had melt-downs like mine.

This is the only charger available for my Macbook so I have no choice! Magsafe is an ingenius design and the looks of this charger is much more pleasant compared to the bulky, unsightly ones other laptops have. However, the wires and rubber covering is so thin and not heat resistant that I had to buy this new charger. The rubber near the main charging plug has melted. Apple needs to work on this.

I've used this adapter for about a month now, and I'm sure the magnetic attachment has saved me one, maybe even two, broken cords. Good going, Apple! Now for the bad news. These little wall warts are easily misplaced, left behind, etc., and the price, as you've no doubt noticed, is 10-15 bucks more than the previous model. I left mine in the hotel room, and the hotel can't find it, so after a single month I'm out another $80+ for a replacement. And if the sticker shock weren't enough, go to Apple Store and check out the reviews of this little number from numerous unhappy users, who award it a collective 2 stars (out of 5). Apparently it heats up and shorts out within a year. That's small consolation for my loss--at least I won't be electrocuted quite as early as some other users. Still you might want to check eBay to see when some clones at a third of the price are available. - Power Adapter - Mac - Macbook - Apple'

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Lifestyle Design

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This is my first book review on Amazon and I decided it was worth leaving my two cents. Once I started reading this book, I couldn't put it down. The author outlines how working on your own terms is possible. She practices what she preaches and provides numberous stories and examples to prove it. The biggest thing I've struggled with in my traditional 9-to-5 job is not having time to pursue things I want to do. I can only afford to take off TWO days for my brother's wedding in Ohio. Maybe I'll fly to Florida NEXT year to visit friends when my vacation time renews. My husband and I own a motorcycle and trying to save enough vacation days to travel for any length of time during the summer months always leaves me wanting. Rationing my two weeks vacation a year is always depressing. The author acknowledges this common frusteration and poses a solution. She's living the solution herself (wait till you read about her 18 weeks vacation a year!) The author walks you through brainstorming activities to help you get out of the 9-to-5 rut and there are sections outlining pitfalls to avoid. For me, this book was a push to really examine talents and experiences I can use to redefine my career and lifestyle. My career path has changed course as I've already started pursuing potential leads...hopefully it does the same for you. The 9-to-5 Cure: Work on Your Own Terms and Reinvent Your Life

The 9-to-5 Cure is a real gem in a market filled with fluff and theory. It's a must-read for anyone looking to design a business and lifestyle that are aligned with what matters most to them -- and written by someone who really knows her stuff. Cardinale's ideas, tips and strategies are practical, actionable and fundamentally sound. If you're ready to make a commitment to change the way you work and play, this book is an excellent place to start.

This ideas contained within this book aren't bad. In fact, they provide a lot of solid food for thought on how we can improve our general happiness by taking control of the world around us. That is a good thing.

What I did not like about the book is that the relaxed conversational tone got very tiresome after 200 odd pages. I never felt I fully connected with the author so having her write in a style that seemed like we were long time friends felt forced and a little out of place. In addition, I never felt fully driven to move forward with the ideas. We all have friends that we like to talk to because they are comforting and others that ignite an inner fire in us. For me, the author was further on the side of the comforting/relaxed.

I implore others to read some samples from the book and get an idea for themselves. For some the conversational tone might be great, for others it might feel a bit too avuncular.

I thought it was a transformative book in delivering fresh ideas with a strong motivational undercurrent and a big picture of life feel. It is substantial enough to give the reader a sense of confidence in pursuing their objectives. I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to expand his or her career opportunities. Good luck all....

I find the book to be both practical and honest, and when presented with a warm and encouraging voice, it was an overall good read! I like that the author asks really pragmatic questions (e.g. How much money do you need to live the lifestyle you want?) and then challenges the reader to step outside of our comfort zone in thinking of ways that we can make that money. The reality is that the principles outlined in this book aren't a one sized fit all way of working for everyone. I think plenty of people who need certainty in how/when/where their income is coming from won't necessarily be the person who thrives on a patchwork lifestyle. But for the person who seeks a way to lead a more entrepreneurial lifestyle of making money, and who is willing to spend time and effort designing a new way of work, this book will be a great tool in helping them along. For me, I'm still figuring out what work style would suit me more, and I find myself thumbing through the 9-to-5 Cure every few days, and am thankful that my good friend sent me this book!

Even though the economy is bad at this point, it's also a time for opportunity. Whether you've been laid off or simply feel stuck in your job, The 9-to-5 Cure: Work on Your Own Terms and Reinvent Your Life will show you exactly how to find your life again. So often we get buried beneath work until it becomes the vast majority of our life. This book will show you how to stop working for a living and learn to live again as you reinvent the life you desire and deserve.

Want to change careers or have some backup plans in case something current falls through? The 9-to-5 Cure will show you how to do it! This isn't the same ol' same ol' where an author preaches words of comfort or inspiration. Instead, Kristin Cardinale takes you by the hand and shows you exactly how to create a working plan for your life that makes you feel rejuvenated rather than drained to the core. Who knew that working could be so fulfilling and actually exhilarating? Not to mention stable! I urge you to buy and read The 9-to-5 cure today!

I was a bit skeptical when first picking up this book; it seemed like a pipe dream. Wouldn't all of us break free from the prison-esque 9-5 job if we had any real choice in the matter? An optimist, I began reading anyhow and proceeded to spend the next hour in that exact spot inside Barnes & Nobles. Cardinale's advice is practical and the promised results, attainable. The stories she shares of her own quest for the ultimate 9-5 and the painstaking realization that the "ultimate 9-5" was an oxymoron, and achieving prestigious job titles still left her miserable and unfulfilled, gave her credibility in my eyes. This is someone who climbed the mountain, saw the view from the top and realized it wasn't all it was cracked up to be. Instead of drudging through for the remainder of her career (like most) she forged a new path and figured out how to use the skill sets she already possessed to create that "ultimate" career for herself; lucky for us she's decided to share.'

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