hanging file folders - office supplies, hanging file folders

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I don't know what I was expecting but I really don't like the fact that I have to bend down the tabs I don't want. Also the glossy finish makes labeling tabs a little more difficult. I'll be more careful when I order again and get the assorted three cut tabs without this feature. Pendaflex Ready-Tab File Folders, 1/3 Cut, Top Tab, Letter Size, Manila, 50 per Box (42336)

I guess Pendaflex implies it's flexible. However I didn't realize that I would have to bend tabs down, fit them into much too small slits and on 50% tear the folder while doing so in order to get the the 1/3 cut file folder advertised. Flimsy thickness. If I had not already thrown away the packaging I'd return the product.



Pity, it's such a common product, however this is easily the worst purchase I made in the last 2 years.12 - of Ready-Tab File Folders, 1/3 Cut, Top Tab, Letter, Manila, 50/Box

This product is really poorly designed and deceptively described. As others mentioned, the folder quality is flimsy and thin. Rather than the traditional 1-tab per folder, you get all three tabs on every folder and the expectation is to fold down the ones you don't use. I just ended up cutting them since the tabs didn't stay folded and it made my folders buckle.



It's truly a ridiculous design, and while I should have read the fine print better to better understand what I was getting, the truth is that this is a deceptive product. Who would think that they are sending you file folders with ALL THREE tabs? None of the people who reviewed so far expected that so clearly it's a misleading product description. And the product photo is too washed out to really show you what you are getting.



Do NOT buy this product unless you are looking for a file folder with three separated tabs.

Folders are fine. Didn't realize that there were three tabs covered with clear tape. Normally used to 1 tab per folder with groups being offset side, middle, right. That's ok, they will work. I need to be a little more observant when ordering so I get what I'm expecting.

I just want my 3 tab folders like they've always been and I'm bummed that I somehow missed this when I ordered these. These fold down tabs make more work for me, not less and I'm not a fan. Now I have 50 folders that annoy me. I'm getting out my scissors!!

When I ordered this product, I had no idea that it was a "do-it-yourself" tab system. The folder comes with all three tabs (left, center and right) sticking up. You have to fold down the tabs that you don't want to use and tape them or staple them to keep them in place. There are some small slots to "tuck" the tab into, but they don't do the job.



Whenever I want to use one of these, I find myself asking - "Why would Pendaflex make such a cheesy product". Before this experience, I had always associated the name Pendaflex with quality. This product has changed that impression. I recommend that you spend a little more and get a better product.

I thought I had ordered simple manila folders, but when they arrived I was surprised to see that each folder had 3 tabs on them and you could select which one you wanted to use. I'm not really a fan of these since you have to fold the unused tabs into place, and they like to pop back out. Construction and quality are all high though. - Office Supplies - Hanging File Folders'

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Lcd Tv Wall Mount - lcd wall mount, wall mount

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I was planning to make my own TV mount because all the affordable ones were so cheaply made. That was until I stumbled on this one for $25.



Wow, was I surprised when it arrived! Very nicely double-boxed and packaged extremely well. Then the construction is quality all the way, right down to the chrome-plated nuts, screws and bushings. This mount was manufactured and boxed as if it were a high-dollar item.



It only took about 15 minutes to have my 37" LG firmly hanging on the wall. Oh, and I did it all by myself.



I can't comment on the mount-to-TV screws because my LG already provided them. And I did use my own 5/16" flat washers on 2 of the lag screws since none were included, but that's just my preference.



I highly recommend this mount, I would have been happy to pay double for such quality.



Now, as usual, many of the reviews here are misleading:



*Dismiss all reviews that talk about adjacent studs, or difficulties getting screws to grab at an angle. This thing BOLTS TO A SINGLE WALL STUD VERY EASILY! Just like what's shown on the instruction sheet, you simply screw 3 of the lag screws down the center of the mount. That's all that's needed, the other holes are just a bonus for more complicated setups. DO NOT PUT 6 OR 7 LAGS INTO A STUD! You will probably shred or weaken it. Crash goes your TV while ripping a chunk of 2x4 through your drywall.



*Dismiss the reviews that mention short lag screws. They are 2", that's a depth of almost 1 1/2" into the stud after going through 1/2" drywall and the mount. If you drilled roughly 3/16" to 1/4" diameter pilot holes and didn't over-tighten your lags, it should be fine. I've mounted mine twice now, using the same (provided) lags.



*I have no idea where this review came from that complains about an adjustment knob getting in the way. My mount doesn't have any kind of knob on it whatsoever, perhaps they are commenting on a different model. There's a tilt adjustment, but it uses a wrench and doesn't protrude anywhere. The ONLY BAD PART I'VE FOUND is that cheap stamped sheet-metal wrench to tighten the tilt mechanism. No problem, I just used my own 13mm wrench instead.



*Yes, the mount can be somewhat stiff. Like another reviewer stated, just lubricate it. I used a few drops of 3-In-1 Oil in the joints.



*And bad reviews from people who didn't research or check to see if their TV or monitor is VESA compliant. That also includes the ones who didn't check to see if the mounting plate will block off their inputs. The plate is about 8 1/2" square, it shouldn't be that hard to see if you'll have a conflict. Besides, in the description it says, "Please make sure what mount your TV needs before you place order. If you are not sure, please send us a message. We will check for you." So they are giving a nice product bad reviews because they simply didn't read the description.



*Then all the complaints of trying to hold the TV to the mount while installing the screws. If you look at the pictures on Amazon you'll see the center screw hole is a "keyhole".



1. Hold the mount to the wall and mark the 3 hole locations on the wall. On the center keyhole you want to only mark the narrow slot at the top.



2. Drill (3) 3/16" holes.



3. Install center screw into the stud, but leave a small gap between the head and the drywall, you can even use the mount to test whether the slot in the "keyhole" passes behind the head.



4. Lay your TV face-down on a safe place like a mattress or a table with a comforter over it. Place the mount over the back of the TV and install screws.



5. Position the mount so the wall mounting plate is reasonably close to the TV and as close to center as possible, and simply hang it on the wall to the center lag screw through the keyhole. That should help with the weight while you screw the top lag in, then the bottom. Don't tighten anything completely until all 3 screws are in, then make sure it's level or plumb.







That's it. This is an inexpensive, very well built product that solves a simple problem. I'll be ordering more for my PC monitors and future customers ASAP. VideoSecu Articulating TV Wall Mount for 22-37" VESA 200 100 LED LCD TV Monitor Full Motion Bracket Free 6" 3-Axis Magnetic Bubble Level and Free HDMI Cable 3V7

This wall mount is great. It is constructed very well and was easy to install. It looks clean and discreet on the wall and provides virtually 180 degree swivel for my 32 inch TV. It came with all needed hardware to mount to the wall including heavy duty wall anchors for the wall screws that did not hit a wall stud. The only complication was that I had to get the correct bolts for mounting the TV to the mount itself (the product did come with two different size bolts for this purpose but neither was the right size to mount the TV to the bracket). I found the correct bolts very easily at my local hardware store.



After hanging the TV (32 inch BestBuy Insignia - Approx 30 lb. with mounting holes 200 X 200) I am very confident my TV is secure and safe. In addition, the product is very well priced. Local stores wanted $100-$150 for similar mounts. WOW! - Lcd Wall Mount - Articulating Wall Mount - Lcd Tv Wall Mount - Wall Mount'

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Team Building Games - worry, social skills

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This book is great for teachers and elementary school counselors. As an elementary school counselor, I found several activities that I will use in my small counseling groups and in the classroom that will help promote healthy self - esteem in youngsters! Ready-to-Use Self Esteem Activities for Young Children (J-B Ed: Ready-to-Use Activities) - Worry - Social Skills - Team Building Games - Anxiety'

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Screen Protector

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There is nothing on the packaging that refers to it being a XtremeGUARD Screen Protector. Also, if you must purchase, purchase only one, as they will only send you one in a paper envelope with a DO NOT BEND on it. Requesting Refund. XtremeGUARD© Motorola XOOM Screen Protector (Ultra CLEAR)

Was really uncomfortable putting soapy water on my electronic device but did so reluctantly. Still could not get the skin to line up correctly with edges and the webcam. It ended up covering part of the webcam. It quickly became obvious I was spending more time and soapy water trying to get to not distort my view so I ended up throwing away.

Don't get it. I am highly dissatisfied with this product. Needing to use water on any electronics is weird and dangerous. I wasted $7 on a screen that I used for 1 minute. It looks horrible when you put it on. Dont get it.

I really wanted to love this screen protector. Its very hard to put on. Once I got it on, there were so many bubbles and bumps underneath that I ended up taking it off and throwing it away. I later learned that you try wetting it first before putting. I'm not too sure about that but they should definitely give you some pointers on how to put this thing on.

This cover is very good IF you can get it on without ruining it. I read the lengthy directions, but still got it backwards and had dirt/lint/fingerprints on it before I could get it right. I think that I could do it the next time, so I am ordering another and hoping that I can use this one. I ended up throwing the last one away. Maybe they should be packaged in twos.

I'm not exactly sure how the squeegee that came with this "protective" film was strong enough to scratch it, but it did during the install while wiping out the bubbles.



The directions: take out the battery (if possible), make sure your device is not plugged in, create a soap solution in a bowl, dip your fingers in it, wet the entire backside of the film so you can slide it into place, dip your fingers again, install, do not turn your device on for 5 hours, and in two to three days the screen should look better than it did when it was installed. =) I can't believe I actually installed it after reading the directions...



Needless to say, the screen looked horrible up until the time it was removed.



On a better note, I got the Steinheil Ultra Series today and the screen looks new, no finger print marks, no glare... I'm all for saving money, so I recommend saving the $7 on this screen so you are not paying it in addition to a better screen for $25.'

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Point And Shoot Camera - point and shoot camera, canon

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I decided on the Canon A495 as I wanted an inexpensive camera to carry around in my bag for unexpected shots. For those of you who want a good basic camera from a well-known camera company, this one should fit your needs well.



Are you trying to decide between the A495 and the next model lower, the A490? Here are the differences:



· The A495 has a Face Self-Timer feature. You can focus on a group of people, and before the camera takes the shot, run over and get into the picture yourself, with your face being detected, too. Of course, you would also need a tripod or a place to set the camera down.



· The A495 has two (2) additional Scene Modes: Poster Effect and Super Vivid Color. Nice to have the additional scenes, but how often will you use them? I plan on making some art for my living room walls with the Poster Effect scene, so I opted for the A495.



· The A495 will focus on up to 9 faces (or areas); whereas the A490 will focus on up to 5 faces (or areas).



PROS:

· Easy to use straight out of the box - I didn't need to read the manual to start out, but I recommend reading it to learn about all the features

· Durable, even though it's made of plastic

· Takes great photos, and also great close-up (macro) shots

· Program mode lets you change some settings like exposure compensation, ISO, continuous shooting, metering mode, etc.

· Larger than an ultra-compact camera, so it's easier to grip and avoid dropping

· Uses AA batteries, and I'm surprised I got over 300 shots from my rechargeable batteries (the alkaline AA batteries included did not last long) - I recommend Eneloop batteries Sanyo NEW 1500 eneloop 4 Pack AA Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries

· Takes fairly good video with sound (not HD) and can be directly uploaded to YouTube (this is part of the included software)

· The ZoomBrowser photo editing software has always been a favorite of mine, I use it with all my cameras, no matter what brand they are. I like this more than Picasa.



CONS:

· RECHARGING TIME AFTER TAKING A PICTURE IS UNACCEPTABLY SLOW, and even worse if using the flash (approximately 5 seconds w/flash) - this is normal with a camera that uses two AA batteries. It's still better than the Nikon L20, though. Slow even if you are using a Class 6 SD card, as I was.

· No optical image stabilization - but this is rare in any camera at this price point

· No optical viewfinder - again, hard to find now in any camera

· LCD screen is large enough, BUT has low resolution, you can't go by what the photo looks like on the screen as far as quality, 99.9% of the time it will look better after downloaded to your PC

· Battery door is flimsy, I have to be careful when closing it so the hinge doesn't break, and if not careful, the batteries fall out when removing the SD card

· Slightly on the bulky side, won't fit easily in a shirt pocket, should be OK in a pants pocket (not skinny jeans)



I would have given this camera 5 stars if it wasn't so darn slow on the recycling time after taking a photo. It flashes "busy" on the LCD screen and it is frustrating when you are waiting to take another shot.



NOTE #1: This camera does not come with an SD card, so pick one up when buying the camera as you will not be able to use it right out of the box otherwise. This camera will accept SDHC cards up to/including 32 GB.



NOTE #2: The PSC-500 genuine Canon case Canon PSC-500 Deluxe Soft Case fits this camera perfectly, but there is no extra room for spare batteries. It's a snug fit, but it's well padded too.



NOTE #3: For those of you looking for a camera that can put a date stamp on your pictures, this one does. You have your choice of date only or date and time - or none at all. Canon PowerShot A495 10.0 MP Digital Camera with 3.3x Optical Zoom and 2.5-Inch LCD (Blue)

The overall quality of this camera is good, however, I have had nothing but frustration since I began using this. First of all, with nearly every picture that you take using the flash, following the actual picture taking, the LCD display goes black for several seconds and gives you a message that it is charging the flash.



Second, the camera will take its time focusing in and finding the right levels of focus and clarity for the picture that you are trying to take. When it does allow you to take your photo, a review of the photo on both the LCD and later on a PC will often reveal that the picture you just took is blurry and out of focus.



In conclusion, this camera is too much high maintenance for a simple point-and-shoot camera. I have two small kids, and when I want to catch them at a particular moment to take a picture, every second is essential. Between waiting for the flash to charge and then the camera to focus, and then followed by pictures that come out with little quality, the money spent on this camera is not an investment in memories as it should be, but rather an investment in frustration.

Simple, easy to use, feels good in the hands and it does take great pictures.

A great choice for a first digital camera.

It's the perfect camera to have if you're on a budget but want to capture great quality pictures.



A 2.5 sec delay between shots with out the flash, ( with the flash on the avg is around. 3 TO 6 secs ), and start up time is 1.6 sec.



*The camera does not have optical image stabilization.



*No memory card included with this camera*.





I use a 2gig san disk sd card ultra II(you do not get one with the camera) that gives you about 750 pictures.



I use 2 AA energizer (lithium batterys)(or 2650-2900 mAH rechargables) and that gets about 500-550 pictures . You would not be happy with just standerd AA battery life.

Walmarts, Meijers stores have a 8 pack of AA energizer lithium batterys for about $16.80,they seem to last for ever. I just use these like for vacation or a hloidays, for just every day shooting I use (good) rechargeables.





The AA batterys are probably the reason the LCD screen takes so long to recharge after the flash goes off (and to take the next picture) even with the good batterys it is recharging the flash up to 8sec on a (full flash) recharge and the times that are stated above...



I set the disp overlay to grid lines to help take a straighter picture, You may use it for the 1/3 rule also).



Cons: None for this price point.



No camera is perfect



Some are having trouble with the shutter button trying to push it half way down trying to compose there picture, on this camera, you only have to touch the shutter button and the weight of your finger will do the trick, if you try to push it half way like the canon A480 or your old camera it will take the picture...

(Update)> It seems to free up the more you use it but still not like the cameras before it...





Other Thoughts:

* The A495 takes great pictures but you will not be able to tell it by the low resolution lcd screen, you will have to wait and look at them on the computer to realy see how good they are.

It is sometimes hard to compose your shot in very bright sun light also.



* I just realy like the colors in the pictures that the canon cameras produce, again thats just me thinking out loud.





I know this all sounds bad but for the price this camera does take great pictures and is easy and fun to use.

It is on par for this price point.

I have bought these for my 4 and 6 year old grand kids ( The canon A 480s) and have had no trouble for a year now.



The next step up is a canon SD 1300 that I know anything about and you can get a upgrade on this stuff if you just can't live with the A495 (I have never used a A3100)so I can not speak for it.



I am no expert and I am trying to be honest here and help out if I can, these are just my thoughts, look at some of the pictures that I and others have posted on this site if that would be helpfull and check out the other reviews on the A495 and good luck on your next camera. I have these cameras (SD 1300,A480 A 495) I really like them.



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Computer Add-ons - laptop sling, sling bag

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I originally went looking for a neoprene case for my laptop to make it easier to lug back and forth from work. However, I'm glad that I stumbled across a recommendation about this bag somewhere on a web user forum, because this bag is excellent. It provided me all the weight savings I was looking for, without forcing me to make compromises about storage pockets or a shoulder strap, and it did it all without costing an arm and a leg. The bag is very lightweight; it weighs next to nothing on its own (though obviously a bit more than a plain neoprene case with only a handle and no pockets). It fits my MacBook Pro perfectly, and the included power supply carrying case is a nice touch. Inside the bag, there are plenty of pockets for pens, business cards, USB flash drives, etc. I can fairly easily carry a couple of spiral-bound notebooks with my laptop and power cord, but the bag really isn't meant to carry tons of stuff. The point I want to make is that if you want to carry your laptop *and* accessories, you can, which is more than can be said of most lightweight slim bags. The shoulder strap is fairly comfortable, and padded, and has a standard clip to facilitate easier removing of the bag rather than pulling it over your head. Unfortunately, the included pocket on the strap is too tight for me to put my iPhone in it, and I think the only thing that would fit comfortably is a RAZR or something smaller. I will point out that I've never had a bag fit me quite so nicely. I honestly think I could jog somewhere with my laptop on my back, and not feel awkward that I'm struggling to keep the bag on my back. I do agree with some of the other reviewers that there were a few stray threads here and there, but nothing I would consider to be a problem, and at $44, I'm willing to overlook that regardless. Overall, in my opinion, this bag rocks, and I wish it were easier to find in stores so that more people would know about it. You should get this bag if you're looking for a lightweight bag with room for a few extra things and like the idea of a sling strap. Belkin Laptop Sling Bag (Jet/Cabernet)

I love the bag itself. It is compact and the laptop, cord and mouse fit in nicely with enough room left over for a book or two. Not huge like other backpacks I have seen. I didn't like the "sling" feature as much as I thought I would. It was awkward to hold just over the shoulder unless you put it on properly which is to unclip it and put it around your left shoulder and clipping under your right arm. I am rather large busted and this was extremely uncomfortable and quite frankly, hilarious looking on me! I returned this bag for Belkin Laptop Backpack which is exactly the same bag, except two straps instead of the one sling strap.

Exactly what it should be, a stylish, padded shoulder-tote for a laptop. Comes with several small but useful inner pockets and a neat little bag to put the AC adaptor in.



But the the bag is not really designed for too much more than laptop and adaptor. You can fit in a mouse and some papers, but a real backpack or large laptop bag would be better if you need to carry a lot of stuff. Because it's only got one strap, a heavy load could cause some backstrain if you are prone to that. Consider it a more a portable bag for "quick-toting".

I'll admit to being a fashion whore. Style is as important to me as functionality, and I wanted a good bag to carry my MacBook Pro between home and client sites. Happily, this bag doesn't sacrifice practicality for its good looks. It's small, convenient, comfortable, and protective. While it's look wasn't the primary reason I chose the bag, I have gotten quite a few compliments on its styling. It perfectly suits my style and the type of person I am. I wouldn't say it's trendy. It's practical and modest, with an understated element of hipness with its clean lines and utilitarian design. This bag also stands out. I've never seen anyone else with it, even in a city as big as NYC, where I live.



Ergonomics and Practical Considerations:

I have bad back problems due to years of carrying a backpack full of heavy books on one shoulder as a kid, further ruined by several years on a rowing team, so I knew I didn't want a messenger style bag. They tended to distribute the weight all onto the shoulders, and aren't very suitable if you try to run while wearing one (like for catching cabs, subway trains, or dodging NYC taxi drivers). I've used messenger bags for years and this is the first sling-type bag I've owned. I'll NEVER go back to messenger bags again. The Belkin is the only bag I use now, for a number of reasons:



It's zippered and padded inside, unlike a messenger bag. The zippers have big rubberized tabs on them for easy locating and use. No velcro that can come undone. It's also rigid enough to put on your lap and have the laptop on top of it, to prevent the laptop from cooking your legs, and to elevate your machine closer to eye level.



The Belkin, because it hugs the body closely when the strap is shortened, distributes some of the weight along your back also. It makes rapid movement possible and doesn't swing around if you run. The strap is thickly cushioned and soft. This is important to people like me with back pain. The quick release push buckle is great for getting in and out of the bag. It can also be carried like a briefcase because of the handle on the top, or like a football because of its compactness. This may not make any sense to you, but for anyone who has to run unexpectedly out of the train and across the platform to catch a connecting train at an opportune moment, this is an important feature.



The strap also has a zippered pocket for holding business cards or transit passes. It's not big enough for a cellphone. A bigger holder would be a welcome addition.



The 15" MacBook fits perfectly inside the compartment, with almost no sloshing around, so it's protected on all sides. You can also fit some small items in there along with the laptop, but there's not much room for anything else. A 400 page typical computer book will fit in there. I occasionally carry my Wacom 4x6 around and the Mac AC adapter.



The front compartment (side zippers) are tight, so not much can go in there. If you're prone to carrying a lot of crap, then this is not your bag. This bag is meant primarily to carry your laptop and its related accessories. It comes with a cable pouch (not pictured) that is rather sizable at 11.5"Wx6"H. That's about 2 CD cases side by side.



I love this bag and purchased one for a client's daughter. If you live in NYC, don't buy this bag! I don't want to be Belkin twins with you on the train. - Sling Bag - Laptop Sling - Notebook Case - Laptop Backpack'

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Emergency Kits - survival gear, disaster kit

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I love this backpack has some extra room - so you can add essential items for your family that aren't included. Overall - a really good start. I added a Swiss army knife, some gum and hard candy, pull ups (I have small kids), sanitary napkins, and a few other odds and ends to make this a more complete bag for our family.

I used this as a start, then created my own bag (we have five in our family). I would feel very safe with just the contents that came in the bag though. The things I added were just "extras" that were important to me.

If you don't have a 72 hour kit - go ahead and purchase this one. It will get you at least moderately prepared and you can build from there. The bag is small, so it will easily fit in almost any trunk and I "think" would probably even fit in a motorcycle carrier. So, just like jumper cables should be in every trunk, this would be an easy way to be a little more safe. The food products and water are good for five years, so you don't have to think about it and rotate things out every six months as you would with something like bottled water. Quakehold! 70280 Grab-'n-Go Emergency Kit, 2-Person, 3-Day Backpack

This kit has almost everything you need for an emergency. It is compact, and easy to take with you. I only needed to add an emergency radio, flashlight and some batteries. It is a time saver also. It is easier than trying to gather all the products that are included in it. A real bargain!

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I highly recommend this Grab and Go pack, just to have in the car or home in case of emergency. My comment about the size notwithstanding, it has everything to get me by for a few days should something nasty happen. I have supplemented it with my own first aid and fire starting additions, and it should prove handy if I ever need it.

This product makes no false statements. You get what it says. It is very much only for an emergency. The bag is small enough to make it a daily travler in any car. The first aid kit is just enough for basic cuts and such. The bag has about a 4" by 4" section to keep additional items like a multi-tool and flashlight. Do not expect a large bag for "survial" equipment, it is a basic emergency kit.

I order "Quakehold! 70280 Grab-n-Go Emergency Kit" for $45 but then also ordered "Deluxe 2-Person by SurvivalKitsOnline Perfect Survival Kit for Emergency Disaster Preparedness" for $99 and you get so much more with that puppy. The Quakehold pack is 1/4 the size and full. The SurvivalKitsOnline pack is larger with way more pockets and has room for other items to be added. I stuffed the Quake items into the SurvivalKitsOnline pack. Also added a knife sharpenter and military compass, 5-in-1 shovel, bowie knife, 150 feet of rope and cord, all-weather gloves, plus more to be added. It still has room. Sure the pack tops around 40+ #'s but you have everything in it. Prepare your bug-out kit bB4 you need it people!!

This is great for an emergency, the pack has the vital things like water food bars. enough for three days

I think this pack is a great starting point. I think it would be good to create your own grab and go. I put things in there that are not included in this pack. plus I bought my own back pack which is far larger.

This pack is small. Some of the items in my larger pack quality compass paracord leatherman 300 multi tool waterproof matches. magnifying glass. water treatment tablets extra emergency blankets flint starter. A small hammer

Extra bandages, I am not finished with this yet, but you get the idea things you may not be able to do without

in any emergency situation. I do recomend the quake kit!!!But also make your own you can never be over prepared.

I bought this for my brother, who lives in Florida. He really appreciated it and thought the assortment of stuff inside this handy pack was great. I spent quite a bit of time comparing different emergency packs, and this one does seem to be the best deal for the money. Hopefully he'll never have to use it, but it's good peace of mind for a decent price. I added a few items that I thought it needed, including a multi tool knife, an emergency radio/flashlight combo, and some other stuff. You can get ideas from emergency preparedness web sites.

I work in a public safety position and I am often reminded of the need to have a emergency "Go Bag" for 3 days of water food etc. I bought 2 bags which will accommodate 4 individuals. I feel better now that I know I have most of the basic items already packed in one place ready to take out of the door in case of an emergency..

This kit has a bunch of good stuff that would have taken me weeks to find, buy and figure out and probably cost me a whole lot more. I like the convenience and mix of products. I added some personal stuff to the kit and put it in my car. With all the threats of attack, earthquakes, fires and floods, I don't think you can ever be too prepared! The only thing I added were goggles because I remember the people from 9-11 trying to escape with all the dust in their eyes. - Disaster Kit - Emergency Supplies - Survival Gear - Survival Kit'

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Usb Hard Drive Adapter - computer, usb to ide

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Tried this device a Friend of mine had when I had a hard drive get corrupted in the boot sector. It worked so well that I ordered mine own. Did a hard drive replacement on my MAC Book Pro using this unit and it was easy and no problems. If you work with your hardware or swap hard drives then this is a MUST HAVE. Works on 2.5, 3.5 & 5.25 inch hard drives as well as CD and DVD 5.25 inch drives. SATA and IDE and PATA drives all work. SATA/PATA/IDE Drive to USB 2.0 Adapter Converter Cable for 2.5 / 3.5 / 5.25 Inch Hard Drive / Optical Drive with External AC Power Adapter

I use devices like this in my work. I was attracted by the low price of this unit, about one-third of other similar products. Cheap enough to give it a try.



The unit is cheaply packaged in a poly bag, but everything you need for connecting to an IDE or SATA drive is included. There's an AC adapter that terminates in a standard 12vdc plug for IDE drives and a pigtail SATA power adapter. The main unit, the piece that contains the interface electronics, looks the same as more expensive units and has connectors on either side for 3.5" and 2.5" IDE drives. There is a data cable for SATA drives. One end plugs into the drive, the other into a molded outlet on the electronics portion.



The USB cable connecting the interface to the computer is a little short compared to competitor's units that I have, but that isn't really big deal.



There's a mini-CD with a bunch of drivers and some documentation. Anyone using Windows 2000 or later will not need the drivers. I've tried it a Knoppix Linux distribution and it worked fine. Can't speak for use on a Mac, but the manufacturer says it is compatible.



So why only three stars?



There's no drive activity LED! When you're working with a product like this, you absolutely want a visual indication that data is being read or written. Many applications don't provide a progress indicator and even those that do aren't necessarily accurate. In other words, you can wind up in a situation where you have to know if everything is working - and with this product, there is no evidence of drive activity!



Now that is bad. But here's the curious part: the little bit of documentation that is included on the CD says that there should be an activity LED. I intend on writing the distributor I purchased this from for clarification. If I just goa bum unit without a working LED, I'll amend my review to reflect that this unit at its current price is a real bargain. Otherwise, it is barely adequate, regardless of the price.



UPDATE: 11/01/09 The vendor of this product has been super-great to work with. They sent a replacement unit quickly and without question. Unfortunately, the replacement didn't have an data activity LED either. I tried working with these a couple of times and without that lED, they simply aren't suitable for serious use. Yes, they do work as they should for transferring data - but if you can't physically observe drive activity, you don't know what's going on. Too bad, because these are priced much lower than other units that do have the LED.



Jerry

Faulty internal power connector, managed to fry an optical drive and a rather important laptop HD. Check the connectors on every piece of equipment in this package if you use it. I plugged my hard drive in and immediately the smell of burning plastic and wisps of smoke begin emerging from my once operational hard drive. I'm now looking into professional data recovery which will cost me hundreds of times more then this product cost me. Spend a little extra and get a real piece of equipment...trust me its not worth the headaches.

The power supply appears to never having been tested before shipment.

Several buyers report supplies blowing up and smoking. This indicates lack of testing.

I made the mistake of hooking up the supply to my hard drive before plugging it into the wall.

It destroyed my hard drive and I have been unable to access important data.



Examination of the defective supply shows the top blown out of U10 and a bulging top on C7. The hard drive shows damages to a surface mounted device that goes between the power input and ground. Clearly, the 5 volt dc line was subjected to excessive voltage as the power supply failed.



Other reviewers mention lack of an indicator LED on the adapter. I also dislike the adapter for this reason.

The product came in a plastic bag and the bag had a small blank white box inside. This is where the product is held. The AC adapter is of actually pretty sturdy quality(I keep an eye on it for safety after reading the exploding reviews.) I took it out of the box and tried connecting it to my macbook and the product was not recignized at first. I even checked disk utility. I said hmmm and too product doesnt have directions or procedure instructions. I am trained in computer technology and IT. I was pretty mad when after trying for so long the adapter didnt work. After reading a little online there is a way you should connect the adapter in order to get it to work.



1. Plug in power adapter and plug the other end into device

2. Wait 10 Seconds.

3. Plug IDE or SATA into device.

4. Plug in USB into PC Or mac.

5. Wait for at least 20 seconds.



IT WORKS!



And transfer speed is fast plus HDD Activity Light!



A Win Purchase. Shipped Monday. Arrived Tuseday WITH STANDARD SHIPPING!!!



Best Five Bucks ever spent. Look forward to purchasing more for my small buisness soon! - Usb To Sata - Usb To Ide - Computer - Ide Adapter'

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Ac Adapter - letratag, dymo

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I have been desperately trying to get organized, and when I found this gizmo from heaven at a heavenly price, naturally I jumped on it. After a few weeks of labeling frenzy, much like one of my other fellow reviewers, the tops of my labels started fading, then the middles, and soon the entire text of all my labels, poof! disapparated! Yes! I am a Harry Potter fan, but not for my labels in invisible ink. Tried all of the suggestions from the website. Cleaning, changing batteries, labels, cartridges. No luck. Still shooting blanks. Of course no way to put in new ink cartridges and it seems like the ink ran out. So waiting to hear back from customer service. Will post back, when and if I do. Really sad-that my labeling frenzy has been thwarted!! Dymo LetraTag Plus LT-100H Personal Label Maker

I was very excited about getting a labelmaker, and after some research, settled on the LetraTag. It seemed fairly priced and was just what I needed.



I made a couple of labels and was pleased - the dozens of symbols and various fonts that the LetraTag offers are fun. Unfortunately, after only a few uses, the labels came out faded. I switched the label cartridge, but the next label came out almost completely blank. I cleaned the inside with the little brush, changed the batteries, and tried a power adapter - all of the suggestions on the Dymo website. None of these worked. I e-mailed Dymo's customer support; they were relatively nice and sent me a new one. I had to send a couple more e-mails, however, to find out if they wanted the broken one back (they didn't).



I was excited to get my new labelmaker, but this time the first label came out faded. Then the second. And the third had barely a fleck of ink. Now I have two brand-new labelmakers that won't make labels.



Either I have a crazy electrical force field like Sean Patrick Flanery in Powder or this product stinks. I'm betting on the latter, and would not recommend this labelmaker to anyone.

I bought this label maker based on price comparisons and multiple types of labels available. Once you get used to the buttons/functions, it is pretty good device. The magnetic labels do not have a great "stickability". More importantly, I did have a problem when using the basic white label cartridge. During early use, it began to make bad labels. After reading troubleshooting section of manual, I replaced the label cartridge with a new one, and that fixed it. But I wonder why is that needed, and how often is that needed especially since they mention that in the manual? I did send customer service a message regarding this and am waiting on their response. I will follow up on this review based on what they say, if anything.

Each time I go to use this I find another little irritating thing about it. My main complaint is the size of the type. Oh, you can choose from several sizes, but that is only for width, not height of the letters. I.E. Extra Large prints the letters twice as wide as the Large size, but still only 3/16ths of an inch high, making them very difficult to read (and using twice as much tape, of course).



The Preview button only shows you the letters that will print, and the Size function shows the letters taller, not wider, and it is very misleading. It would be nice if you could see what the actual label would look like, and if it would print on more of the width of the tape, not just on a narrow 3/16th inch band.



I'd prefer a QWERTY type keyboard over the alphabetical one provided.



The labels are easy to apply and to remove without residue, and remain on the packages in the freezer (which is my main use for the product). I like the fact you can stick the entire device on the side of the refrigerator with the powerful magnet holder.

This is a terrific little tool and an inspiration to become more organized. Good for labeling kids' items too. I use the plastic label tape for things that get wet, such as a water bottle kept in the fridge. So far they have stayed on & I'm very pleased with it. My one slightly-negative comment is that the font size default cannot be changed - default size is large, but I'd prefer medium - it's plenty big and would save tape. So I have to change the size each time I print something. But still... easy to use, doesn't take up much storage space and I love it. If Dymo would produce colored tape (I've only found white and clear) that'd be even better!

This thing was terrible from day one.



1) The product design and usability is horrendous.



- The keypad is not QWERTY but (inexplicably) in alphabetical order, which makes typing very difficult (and SLOW).



- There is no shift/caps key. To change between caps and lower case you must enter capitals "mode", type, then switch back.



- There are no number keys - again, you must switch to numbers "mode"



- The process to change the printing size and styles is cumbersome.



- You are limited to saving 9 text snippets (pre-defined labels, etc.) and the method of saving/retrieving is just bizarre. It is incredibly easy to overwrite a saved snippet.



2. The device is of poor quality.



Despite cursing under my breath and wishing I'd never bought this model every time I pulled it out, I used it infrequently for about six months. (To give you an idea of my usage: I never used a complete label cartridge.)



On day I printed a label and pressed the lever on the side to cut it, and the lever just broke off. Thus, there is no way to cut labels (since the labels are slightly inset when printing is complete, using scissors is not an option) and the device is now useless.



I urge you not to buy this product. - Dymo - Letratag - Labeler - Ac Adapter'

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Computer Backpack - computer backpack, laptop backpack

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First things first: has my removable pouch been stolen? coz i can't find it. ;) Maybe it's just another amazon error in the product description.



If anyone can find the removable pouch, let me know.



Down to the proper review:

There's no point repeating all the great features mentioned by others. You've read the other reviews: you know all about the fact that it's pretty much the only bag guaranteed to fit the large 17" laptops. In fact Dell sell it on their website as a bag that fits their 17inchers.



Here's a feature no one else has mentioned so far: unlike the Columbia Cyberpack, it has a plastic [fake leather] waterproof base so u can confidently place it on a wet/messy floor.



Someone mentioned the zippers not having zipper flaps to stop rain getting in. But we all know that those flaps over the zips can be awkward. I'm looking at my bag right now and i can see that there are flaps BENEATH the zipper on each side. So for rain to get in, it would have to get thru the zipper then thru the flap/ribbing directly [like 3mm] underneath. It's hard to describe what it is but it is water proof material beneath each side of the zip that closes together like drawn curtains when the zip is zippered shut.



NOT MENTIONED B4:

One nice visual aid is that the zippers for the main compartment are noticeably bigger than the others.



Also there is an apparently flimsy handle at the back behind the main handle. It's to hang the empty/lightly filled bag up on a hook. It took me about a minute to work out what it was for. :O



btw: the main handle is totally over-engineered but gorgeous: it is a very soft plastic and fabric handle surrounding a a steel wire handle which is itself coated in plastic. It's one mean looking handle.



One thing, I've noticed is that one of the shoulder straps is loose around the length adjuster and i have to keep tightening it up or the one for the right shoulder keeps getting longer and longer. I'm thinking of stitching it into the desired position but because i go to the gym and have aspirations of getting an upper body like John Cena's, i fear that if i stitch the shoulder straps into the present desired position that when [not if ;)] i get huge it would no longer fit across my back and I'd have to unstitch the straps and readjust to fit around my hopefully huge back. As you can imagine: i hope i do encounter this problem. It would be a small price to pay for looking like John Cena. ;)



btw: In comparison with the Columbia Cyberpack [a laptop backpack for up to 15-Inchers], that i also own, it doesn't have the Cyberpack's reflective elements useful for when walking at night.



Perhaps the quick pocket [the red-lined pouch near the handle] should have been made of luminous material on it's inside [instead of the red lining] to help find things in the dark when outside. I suggest keeping a small torch inside the small pocket inside the quick pocket.



The organiser/organizer panel in the front compartment elicits mixed feelings:



Pros:

I has two slots for credit cards. Good

A good mesh pocket to hold a battery powered shaver.

A good pen holding pocket.



Cons:

It has three pockets. good. but they are on top of each other so if you use all three it cause a bit of a bulge in the front pocket.



Also, there is a clip for key rings but the thing it so short it's hard to find and a lot more awkward than what it should be.



I suggest buying the "Victorinox 1679500 Army Knife Swiss Champ" to fit in the organiser panel. It has a pocket to fit it.







SUMMARY OF POCKETS/COMPARTMENTS:





TEN EXTERNAL COMPARTMENTS/POCKETS:

U CAN SEE THEM FOR YOURSELVES. :) But you'd have to go on other websites. So here is a summary:



1: front compartment [contains organiser panel]



2: book compartment [directly behind front compartment]



3: main bag compartment [behind book compartment]



4: a top 'quick pocket' deep enough to fit an open hand in up to your wrist



5: laptop compartment



6: left mesh pocket [un-zippered]



7: right mesh pocket [un-zippered]



8: left diagonal side pocket



9: right diagonal side pocket



10: pocket on the left shoulder strap that is good for holding a small mobile phone, mp3 player etc. I find it very useful to put a bus ticket in.





ORGANISER PANEL [INSIDE FRONT COMPARTMENT][a group of small pockets for stationary etc]:



* LEFT POCKET: holds pens and has two slots for credit card sized cards



* CENTRE TRIPLE DECKER POCKET: three pockets on top of each other



* RIGHT MESH POCKET: large enough to hold a small shaver



* red zippered pocket behind the organiser panel



* hidden key ring clip [A SORT OF BAG EQUIVALENT OF A DVD EASTER EGG ;)]





FIVE INTERNAL POCKETS [THAT HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH ORGANISER PANEL] [HIDDEN EXTRAS]:



1: zippered mesh pocket inside book compartment



2: document/magazine pocket inside the main compartment



3: small pocket inside the top 'quick pocket' near the handle. [with an exit for mp3 player head/earphones]



4: document pocket inside the laptop compartment [I SUGGEST NOT PUTTING TOO MUCH IN THERE COZ IT MIGHT PRESS AGAINST THE LAPTOP SCREEN-LID.]



5: small zippered mesh pocket inside top of laptop compartment. Swiss Gear Ibex 17-Inch Notebook Backpack

There are two problems I have had with notebook backpacks in the past. Number one was, that they say to be 17 inch compatible, but they actually do not fit larger than average 17 inch notebooks. Rest assured that this backpack will even fit the largest 17 inch laptops. I can fit the Dell XPS into it with no problems. The zipper line does not lie tensely over the corners of the notebook and does not create scratches.



Number two is the quality of the zippers. The zippers have to run smoothly, easily, and not come apart, split open, get stuck, or display other annoying dysfunctions. The zippers on this pack are of very good quality.



There is tons of auxiliary storage space. If I had a say in it, the shoulder straps could have a little more padding, but since it fits my large notebook, I will not deduct any stars this time. - 17 Inch Laptop Bag - Swissgear - Laptop Backpack - Computer Backpack'

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All In One Printer - wireless printer, printer

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I needed a printer with an option for performing automatic 2-sided scanning via a document feeder. The product description for this printer on the HP web site states, "Fax, scan and copy unattended, and handle two-sided documents, using the 50-page automatic document feeder." After unpacking and assembling the printer, I searched the animated help that comes with the software for a description of how to perform a 2-sided scan, and sure enough it described the procedure. Great, only the software doesn't support this feature. (The menu options described in the animated help don't exist.) HP telephone and email support was abysmal. After several days, I eventually got through to someone who understood the problem, but they flatly refused to accept a return, saying that it was an issue for the retailer. Fortunately, Beach Camera (via Amazon) accepted the return, and $35 lighter (for shipping), I got a refund.



I ended up buying a Canon MX870 with which I'm very happy. HP Photosmart C410a Premium Fax Wireless e-All-in-One (CQ521A#B1H)

I had my doubts - usually one part of a multiple-task machine will go south but so far, this one is excellent. I did figure a half hour to set it up but it took most of a day...but then, you have the four tasks (copy, scan, print and fax) plus the online set ups. So it is understandable. The online e-print option is excellent; you can send an email to an online email address from anywhere, with an attachment, and it will be forwarded to the machine, printed. This machine has everything advertised.

There was one small minor inconvenience. The five ink cartridges came taped together so I removed the tape and stuck them in the machine in the order they were taped - my bad. Don't forget to just match the cartridges up with the colors as indicated...save yourself a few minutes.

Good value for the price. I also like the wireless feature.

As a Mac user, I have used HP printers in the past with mixed results. I scoured printer reviews to find a printer that would work reliably and intuitively with Apple products but none of the reviews really convinced me that it would do what I needed. Apple's website said this particular printer supported AirPrint and it seemed like a step in the right direction. After taking my chances and buying this printer, I can say that I am pleasantly surprised. I tested each of the following scenarios and everything worked perfectly:



1. The printer is set up on my home wireless network and was very easy to set up. No need to connect it to a computer via USB.



2. It prints wirelessly from an iPhone or iPad using AirPrint with the latest versions of iOS on the iPhone or iPad. Requires iPhone 3GS or later apparently. I have a 3GS and I get a print option. My wife has an iPhone 3G and she does not have a print option even with the latest iOS update.



3. It prints wirelessly from a Mac (software update will install new drivers when you set up the printer in preferences). This always worked well for me with the old printer, but the new drivers add some extra options to the print preview window.



4. I can now (FINALLY) scan wirelessly from the printer to my Mac using Preview. I had to experiment a little with the settings in Preview, but it took about 5 minutes to figure out and I got the results I was after. This is a HUGE plus for me. Before with my HP 3300 I had to scan to a memory card, then put the memory card into my Mac and the scans were usually chopped up in some weird way.



5. I can print wirelessly from iPhoto directly to the 4x6 photo paper in the photo tray. Again, I had to play with the print settings on the print preview window to select presets and paper size, but on my second try it worked perfectly. Previously, I had to dump the photos to a memory card on my Mac, put the memory card in my HP 3300, then print from the memory card to the photo tray. This printer saves me quite a few steps.



So, for everything I do, this printer has delivered flawlessly. Finally a printer that "just works" for Mac users. So far I have not had any paper feeding issues, which was a constant headache with my old printer. I have not tried scanning or copying from the feed tray or using the FAX option yet since I do not currently have a land line, but I do intend to use those features in the future. In addition, this printer prints WAY faster than my old 3300.



Hopefully this review will be helpful for other Apple folks out there who need a printer that will work for them.

I have now had the printer for about a month. Wireless connections are good and the pictures I have printed are photo quality. I recently purchased a little over $100 in ink for the printer to last for quite a while, I hope. Problems I had originally experienced seems to have disappeared. For some reason, the printer has used Fax mode several times to try answering incoming phone calls, but that may have happened when we were not at home. I hope the printer does the job two years from now that it is doing for the family now. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. - Wireless Printer - Hp - Printer - All In One Printer'

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We have installed (2) of these mounts. (1) on a 26" LCD and (1) on a 32" LCD. Both installations were easy, with the product meeting expectations. The second mount we installed was missing a couple of minor parts so I sent a quick e-mail to Cheetah mounts. An hour later, I had the 2nd day air tracking number for the remaining parts. While it was frustrating to be missing the parts, I was amazed by the quick response. Cheetah Mounts ALAMLB LCD TV Wall Mount Bracket with Full Motion Swing Out Tilt and Swivel Articulating Arm

I like this mount. It is strong and holds a 30" TV no problem. The extension is very nice and the tilt helps with the glare from the dome light in the ceiling. It can turn all the way to the side and lets the TV face the kitchen counter. Our TV used the inside holes which are VESA 100 but it has wider holes as well so we could use it for a larger TV in the future. A torpedo shaped level comes with it which is now a nice addition to the tool drawer. Basically really liked it. The only issue is the TV being level. The TV tilts just slightly to the right. Enough to bother me. Only annoyance on an otherwise good product.

Update: I called Cheetah about the TV not being level. It turns out the screw behind the TV which controls the tilt Also allows the TV to twist a little. Now our TV is level!

We just mounted a 26" LCD and this mount worked perfectly. Well constructed and super easy to install. Before purchasing I called the company to verify the TV would work with this mount, I was only on hold for a few seconds before speaking with a rep who was more than helpful. I highly recommend, especially at this sale price.

I was trying to save some money on a wall mount and came across Cheatah Mounts which sells mounts that look like the ones you see at a store but waay cheaper. I was excited and ordered. Once delivered, I installed the mount (I have experience installing 3 mounts previously for various TVs). THIS IS THE WORST MOUNT I have ever installed. Installation was easy, but the metal arm sags away from the mount badly, making anything you mount on it crooked. I was really disappointed in this mount. The return policy does not cover shipping, so BUYER BEWARE. CHEETAH MOUNTS LCD TV ARTICULATING ARM WALL MOUNT FOR 23-37" DISPLAYS BLACK



UPDATED: - The company cantacted me by phone expressing their concern about the RMA I requested. The representative was extremely helpful and wanted me to know that it was most likely a manufactuing defect. They sent me the RMA number and shipping label and are giving me a full refund. I was very impressed with their reponsiveness and would consider purchasing from them again as I know that they seem to stand behind their products and have excellent support.

I can't imagine why anyone would rate this poorly. Those that do, are doing everyone else a disservice. I almost passed this one up because the poor reviews and low price made me apprehensive. This mount is well built, well packaged, attractive, easy to install, and how can you beat the price? I can only imagine that those who rated it poorly don't know what they're doing with tools and/or can't or won't follow instructions. For those that complained of insecure and sagging mounts, they probably know nothing about wall construction and didn't bother reading the instructions. YOU MUST INSTALL TO A WALL STUD OR MASONRY!!! For the other mounting complaints, I can only repeat, these people either failed to read the instructions or with no offense intended, are not mechanically inclined. You only have yourself to blame, not the manufacturer. If I ever need another, I will definitely buy this one again.

good price for this mount and is a decent deal. desc says "single stud mount" but mine apparently arrived only with the docs and h/w for installation in a concrete wall....nevertheless with some deck screws we solidly installed it into a stud anyway. mounted a 37" Vizio tv with no difficulty whatsoever. this is definitely strong enough for a 37 lcd w/o prob. seems to be decently made w/good enough materials for this type installation anyway. satisfied enough.

Bought the CHEETAH Articulating wall-mount arm for a 32" LCD TV. Before I mounted it to the wall, which was quite straight forward, I inspected it and checked it over. It seemed as if the arm movements were very tight and difficult, so I loosened the adjustment screws per the instructions. Part of the arm mechanism still seemed very tight and difficult. After installing the arm on the wall and attaching the TV to the arm, I still had difficulty making adjustments for the arm to move smoothly and freely. I never could could get it to the point where the arm moved smoothly. It bound up no matter how much I adjusted it, making it very difficult to move and swing the TV around. Bottom line - the articulating arm doesn't articulate very well at all. Now I have to go through the royal hassle of removing the TV from the wall mount, and removing the mount from the wall to send it back. The other problem I had was not being able to secure the mounting face plate ( the plate that attaches to the TV) adequately to the arm bracket. No matter how much I tightened the face plate bolt, it still moved, which put the TV out of level. This is one product I DO NOT recommend. - Lcd Wall Mount - Tilting Wall Mount - Tv Wall Mount - Lcd Mount'

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Digital Camera Case - digital camera case, 5x optical zoom

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Check out my updating youtube videos. I am user: "PentaxWG1" The good the bad the ugly. The over all feel of this camera is strong and gripable. I love having metal and rubber on my electronics. I have dropped this camera. It was on my lap in the jeep and there was a hornet. I jumped out and it threw to the ground. No problems. The removable circle around the lens (macro stand) has threads. They are 46mm and can screw on filters and caps. I got a cap, uv filter, polorized filter, and flourecent filter on e-bay for $6. So other than the sony TX10, this is the only camera that can protect the lens. Can't wait to buy a telescopic lens. My camera has been underwater about 15 ft. I've seen no problems with leaking. It has two openeings; one for battery and sd card, and one for hd/av hook-up. Both seem strong and sturdy to me. Battery cover does move ever so slightly but seems fine. Ok, thats the construction. As you have already heard, the macro/super macro is awesome. If you can get your specimen to sit still, you can get some pretty great material. The movie macro is even pretty cool, but you have to stay at a consistant focal length or it gets blury. I recorded a wolf spider in pitch black and the l.e.d. lights around the lens made it look like a monster movie! One bad thing about the macro is that when set straight down on the subject it will focus and take the picture on something as flat as a leaf or picture.... if it protrudes as much as a dime width or more it won't stay focused. But when I pulled back just a hair the dime did look awsome. N-E-Wayz, It seems the closer you are to the subject with this camera the better it looks. A closer shot of two people, shoulders and up, look really good. But further away not so much. pictures of groups of people (full body) or the shot of a pond or a... cow...I say the camera is about par. Not bad but not great. I have tried the cybershot TX10 and if you strictly want waterproof picture quality go that way or panasonic. TX10 was beautiful but not as fun. Back to the WG-1. With par pics I do feel the camera is more consistant than its predesessor w90. Better with stand, free hand not as good..but always the same. Never a crappy picture out of nowhere. I also feel it does much better in lower light than the w90. It gets noisey but I was getting decent lighted shots (no flash) in areas that where very dim to the naked eye. The l.e.d. lights are handy, too. Optical zoom works pretty well for pictures. You'll want a steady hand or stand if zoomed all the way in. Digital zoom sucks. The panorama is not sweep. You take 3 pics and line them up, then the camera stitches them. Not as convinient as the TX10 but it looks good and you can do tricks...As for underwater. Pictures and video where pretty darn good. Anti shake or wudever made it pretty smooth. With video underwater or above the zoom works but it doesn't refocus very well. But over all regular video was better than I expected. Once again when things are close it seems very virbrant. I got about a foot from a cow's face and the fur on his head got very HiDef-ish. Battery life....sucks, but I got and extra generic one when I ordered mine for 6 bucks. Over-all I really love this camera. I've been totally entertained for 2 days and havn't even gotten to time lapse phtography yet. Although I do think of the pic quality of the TX10 now and then. I would have been bored with that camera after one dip in the lake. I can get a 10 mp zoom camera for less than a hundred and fill in anywhere the wg-1 lack. Pentax Optio WG-1 Adventure Series 14 MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Black)

The most fantasticly durrible camera I have ever seen. I have litterally tossed this thing around just for the fun of it, and it withstands anything.

Performs great underwater. A few bubbles come out of the power button which scared me at first, but it's normal.

The battery charges only through an external charger (so it can have less waterproof ports I suppose)

I am using a 16gb SD card which works great in it. Screen is comfortably large and bright.

Digital microscope blew my mind with the clarity and detail that can be achieved. Zoom is reasonable.

Pictures have a dramatic feel to them with great contrast.

Software is easy to use, and took me about an hour to know every feature. Great photo editing software is BUILT INTO THE CAMERA to do whatever effects you need done.

Self-portrait mode is a little bit flaky but very interesting none the less. Who uses facial recognition anyway, really? lol.

The feel of the camera is phenomenal. Rubber and very hard grippy plastic cover the whole camera, and gives a very rugged and tough feel, but it is such a tiny lightweight package.

Manual zoom, focus, aperture, and ISO come in very handy.

All in all a fantastic camera, worth every penny. :)

We owned a Pentax's first waterproof camera (Optio W10) and loved it. So when it came time to upgrade we bought this one before our trip to Mexico. We choose this one because of its ergonomic design. We figured this would work wonders when splashing around underwater and be easy to hold onto. The ergonomic design is the only redeeming feature of this camera.



At first we were concerned about how loose the battery door was. The battery door stayed shut but it would slide partially open when closed and was very loose (not enough for water to actually get in but enough to make us concerned). Thinking it might just be the camera we picked up, we went back to the store where we bought it from. After looking at other ones it appears to be part of the design. This should have been our first clue that this is a horrible camera.



While on vacation in Mexico the camera froze several times requiring the battery to be removed to get it to unfreeze. Now this can be a true problem when you need to let the camera dry for about an hour before opening the battery door otherwise you risk exposing both the battery and memory card to water.



We also discovered small water spots on the inside of the display screen. Clearly it is not as waterproof as claimed. I am glad we were only using it while wading in the ocean and not actually snorkelling.



The battery life is extremely poor requiring charging every two days when the camera is moderately used.



We also found the image quality not that good. After returning from our vacation, we looked at old images from our previous camera (Optio W10) and they were much better even though it was only 6 megapixels. In fact the same picture taken with our iPhone 3Gs had a better image quality.



Pros

- Great rugged looking design



Cons

- Poor image quality

- Freezes

- Not completely waterproof

- Poorly manufactured



Summary

Clearly Pentax designed a nice looking camera that gives the illusion of ruggedness; however, their production quality of this model is extremely poor. We've returned the camera and are looking for a different one (not from Pentax) to replace it with. - Digital Photo - Digital Frame - Digital Camera Case - 5x Optical Zoom'

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