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A few years ago a dear friend recommended Whole Dog Journal (WDJ) to me; I subscribed and my dogs and I have both benefited tremendously.



Articles over the last couple years that I found helpful and you might too:

"VeggieDent Chews Recalled in Australia" August 2009

"Update on Doxycycline and Heartworm Disease" August 2009

"Needing Pain Relief" acupuncture October 2009

"Do My Nails ... Please!" March 2009

"Help for OCD Dogs" October 2008

"Fence Sense; How to effectively contain your dog, and avoid the many pitfalls of inferior fencing" May 2009

"Finding the Right Rawhide" May 2009

"No More Jumping up" December 2009

"Calendula: 2008 Herb of the Year" April 2008

"Counting Calories" September 2009

"Microchip Registration Locator Tools Launched" November 2009

"Choosing Good Foods" Every start of the year they have their dry and wet food recommendation issues; I greatly appreciate this. WDJ does explain all of their reasons for selecting dog food companies and reasons why they disqualify companies. Reasons for disqualification include ingredients such as meat by-products, added sweeteners, artificial preservatives, such as BHA, BHT and ethoxyquin, artificial colors, etc ... WDJ also says that the giant corporations do a lot of research into their animal foods.



If you have a dog, please consider finding it in your budget to subscribe to Whole Dog Journal. Whole Dog Journal (1-year auto-renewal)

I've been subscribing to WHOLE DOG JOURNAL publication for years. It is a very holistic publication and I was introduced to it by my vet, who carries it in ALL of her exam rooms.



I don't agree with everything in it, but do feel it has great reviews on dog products & foods like a CONSUMER REPORTS (for dog owners) since it is entirely funded by subscriptions (no advertising). (It also has helpful contact info or websites at the end of each article.) My dogs have been helped by any number of articles.



There are also training articles, on a regular basis, as well as medical articles; herbs/acupuncture/gold bead implants/raw diets etc. They believe whole-heartedly in positive training methods & I don't argue with that, but I don't personally care for clicker training. (Not that you shouldn't try it, just I prefer to use physical & verbal praise.) You have to "fade off" the clicker - it can't go in the ring w/ you, but praise can always be used.



Now, WDJ is offering to send you frequent blog-type emailings (weekly) on tips & info, for being a subscriber, if you've given them an email address & don't opt out. They will also cite several helpful related WDJ articles on the topic, you can read online from past issues. Today's main email was on crate-training, but they also had how to develop Reliable Recalls. (I found some helpful tips I had forgotten, or overlooked, despite being in dogs for 25 years.) Nothing is more likely to save your dog's life, than a RELIABLE recall, IMO.



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You can also look up ARCHIEVED articles on any subject they've EVER covered, if you are a subscriber. Example: articles in cancer treatments & special cancer diets.) So, if you've misplaced or thrown away an old article, or can't figure out when you read it, you can still find it. Or, if you start subscribing (now) you can get the benefit of everything they've covered, even when you weren't a subscriber. (It also means you can donate old issues <clutter?> if you need more space.)



I still think (after 10 years of being with them) that WDJ is the very BEST dog publication out there, bar NONE. If you only subscribe to one dog publication, this is the one to invest in, IMO. I am in no way affiliated w/ it, & have never submitted or published any articles in it.

This is one of the best publications on the market to teach about the different points of view out in the world about our 4 legged friends. Though it is called Whole "Dog" Journal - many of the articles apply to all our 4 legged friends and the 2 legged folks that care for them. Each year it does a review of the top pet foods on the market. DRY FOOD, WET FOOD, RAW FOOD, TREATS, etc. Everything you want to know about food. You will note in these articles that most of the most advertised brands are not in this list. I highly recommend you get this publication now -- it will be the best $$ you've spent in a long time.

I've subscribed to the WDJ for years and in almost every issue there is an article that I can use or apply to a canine situation I have. Their food reviews (although not Consumer Reports)provide much useful information to help you decide if you should change foods and what brands to try. I don't think some of major "natural" dog food manufacturers would seek to have their names on the top ten list if they didn't feel the WDJ reviews had real impact on their readers. I also thought the articles that educate the reader about specific parts of canine anatomy and physiology are very helpful to dog owners so we can spot potential trouble or be able to speak intelligently to our vets. I still think this is one of the best publications on natural foods and healthcare there is.

I've read this magazine for years, based on my vet's recommendation. At first I thought it was way expensive for a little "newsletter", not glossy, not in color...BUT I was wrong. The info you may learn in ONE issue could save you a lot of money in the long run. It is serious about it's mission, though not without humor. It does not carry any advertising at all, it is solely dependent on subscriptions. You will find in depth articles and reviews about pet foods, pet products, books, training (positive). Some well known dog trainers/authors are regular contributors (Patricia McConnell being a major one). It is illustrated as well. It comes pre punched with three holes so you can store them in a binder if you like. They have a great website as well, with special access for subscribers. It has also actually come down in price, and if you get more than one year it is cheaper (like most mags). HIGHLY RECOMMEND if you are serious about your dog's health and well being. It can be technical so if you don't like super in-depth, "serious" reading then you might not love this, but it's worth a look even if you think you may not like it, you could end up loving it, like me! - Dog Training - Dog Health - Dogs - Dog Magazine'

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If you think you're getting the complete, original (1965) Get Smart series, make no mistake. The original series is still available only directly from Time-Life, and is still $199.95. (Update 10/08: Now scheduled for 11/4/08 availability from Amazon at discounted price!)



This is the brief (7 episode) Get Smart revival series which aired on Fox in 1995. The series brings back Don Adams (now chief of CONTROL), Barbara Feldon (now a congresswoman), and David Ketchum (Agent 13), but the main characters are now Max and 99's son Zack (Andy Dick) and his partner, Agent 66 (Elaine Hendrix).



I was pleasantly surprised that this series managed to maintain some of the character and humor of the original series -- especially the episode which brought back Bernie Kopell as Siegfried.



And I'm also pleasantly surpised to see this short-lived gem available on DVD.



But if you order it thinking you're getting the original series for under $20, you may be in for a surprise of a different sort. Get Smart: The Complete Series

Okay, the year was 1995. FOX broadcasting wanted to bring in a mid-season replacement, as they are known to do. Their decision? Dig up "Get Smart".



In this new series, Max is now the Chief of Control and 99, still his wife, is in Congress. His son, Zack, is a spy and teams up with Agent 66. (No mention is made of their other offspring, however.)



7 episodes were made.



Some of the benefits accorded the new series:

* Agent 0 -- played by a different actor each week, you never know when 0 appears.

* Most of the humor remains in the same spirit as the original

* Sharply written plots

* Good acting



Some of the downsides to this new series:

* Overtly sexual in many episodes; even the pilot has more innuendo than many of the subsequent episodes combined.

* "Casino Evil", a great story, is a rewrite of an original series plot. (I don't care much for rewrites, but this one did work.)

* Stopped after 7 episodes



Highlight episodes:

* Pilot (ep 1) -- Zack and 66 investigate KAOS' attempt to steal indestructible fabric. Ignore the innuendo, some of which does get chuckles; there's more to like than dislike in this premiere.

* "Casino Evil" (ep 2) -- Zack and 66 infiltrate a casino operated by KAOS.

* "Goodbye Ms. Chip" (ep 3) -- A KAOS agent kidnaps and brainwashes 66 to kill an ambassador.



* Wurst Enemies (ep 6) -- An old enemy of Max returns.

* "Liver Let Die" (ep 7) -- Zack and 66 infiltrate a KAOS hospital. This one is my favorite of the new series; it handled the dark concepts and humor immensely well.



I'm surprised this series has been scheduled for release, but am gratified. My VHS off-air tapings are falling apart. I do have more than a soft spot for this series, as despite being a newly commissioned series, a lot of it really gels together. It deserved more of a proper chance than to be axed.



Please check back later to get a rundown on DVD audio/video quality. It'll probably be very good.

Fox had a brilliant idea in bringing back this classic series. I was so excited that Get Smart was being brought back years later in an updated version. First, start with the surviving cast (Don Adams, Barbara Feldon -still gorgeous, David Ketchum, and even a guest shot by Bernie Kopell as the evil Sigfreid.) They also added the stunning (and funny) Elaine Hendrix as another CONTROL agent.

Their one fatal mistake was adding Andy "the unfunniest , most annoying man on Earth and appropriately named" Dick as 86 and 99's son Zack. In the original series Max and 99 had twins. So it could have been worse, with the aforementioned Mr. Dick playing a dual role. But had they cast someone more likeable, the series would have went on much longer. I even remember reading an interview with Andy Dick where he trashed the show when it first came out because he also had a role on Newsradio and wanted out of his contract.

So in what could have been a great reboot of the series, CONTROL was not vanquished by KAOS, but bad casting. And niceness did not triumph over evil on this sequel. Sorry about that Chief!

It still amazes me to this day why Andy Dick has a career. I've tried to watch him with other wonderful casts on Newsradio and Less Than Perfect, but have a very low tolerance level to his brand of humor. Well, to each his own, but he's ruined many a fine show for me. Let's hope his 15 minutes are up.

The main problem in following up a classic series is that fans who love the original---and thus, make up the bulk of TV viewership---can make or break a new series. After all, the name of the game among networks is the Ratings Game---if you don't have the high numbers, then it's bye-bye.

This is what seemed to have happened with "The New Get Smart", which never made it beyond its first seven episodes.

It's too bad that TNGS didn't catch on, because it held promise. Don Adams (who looked more fit & healthy here than five years earlier in the "Get Smart Again" TV-movie) and Barbara Feldon reprise their roles as Max & 99. Except this time around, things have changed: Max is the chief of CONTROL (Lord help us!) and 99 is a congresswoman with budget ties to her old organization. Actually, they are more of supporting characters for the newly-promoted antics of their son, Zachary Smart (a typically nerdy but likeable Andy Dick). Of course, Zach is just as bumbling as his Dad, but in Dick's own comic stylings. As history repeats itself, he is partnered with a beautiful, skilled & intelligent blond partner, Agent 66 (99 turned upside down..get it?), played by Elaine Hendrix.

Some new supporting players are included: Trudy, a ditzy secretary hired as a temp who thinks CONTROL is a talent agency (!!), a faceless femme-fatale now running the evil organization KAOS, Agent Zero (a master of disguise), and Agent 9 (who is really IS nine years old).

Even some old familiar faces pop up: Dave Ketchum reprises his role as Agent 13 (hiding in a bowl of cole slaw in one episode) and even Bernie Kopell guest stars as the nefarious Siegfried, unemployed by KAOS and exacting revenge on both Max & Zach.

I loved the hilarious opening credits for this series, a new variation on the old access-to-CONTROL theme, by using a car wash as cover. This series lacks the satirical zing of the old series, but it has its moments of loopy verbal comedy & goofy gadgets, 1990's style.

Who knows what this series could have accomplished if it continued? They were barely scratching the surface of Zach & 66's partnership-relationship.

TNGS is probably too obscure for the casual viewer, but definitely of interest to lovers of Get Smart. - Tv Series - Don Adams - Comedy - Classic Tv'

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Battery Charger

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I own a Ryobi 12-Volt cordless hand drill, whose battery charger died. Finding that Home Depot no longer carries any 12-V products (they've powered up to 18-V on everything), I checked Amazon and found what I thought was correct. The description stated that it charged ALL Ryobi 12-V batteries. Well, it doesn't. The probe end of the old batteries is a different shape than this charger. Had to return the charger (full refund) but then had to purchase a new drill ($79) and chuck the old one, which also had a great hand vac with it, but without a chargeable battery, it's useless. Ryobi 140295003 12-Volt Battery Charger

Although the status indicator on this charger never changes to "done", it may be due to the old batteries I am using. However, it does charge the batteries every time and for the price, it works flawlessly. I would recommend this charger to anyone who needs a replacement.

Although this is the product I wanted & it is a good product - I could unfortunately not use it! My husband requested the Ryobi charger but did not take into consideration that living in Australia we cannot use the same electrical products as in the USA! USA uses 110v & Australia 240v'

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Motorola Xoom Accessories - xoom, android

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By far the best matte screen protector I have ever had on a device.



Pros.

Your finger glides across the surface and does not leave finger prints.

Reflections are almost non existent.

Installed near perfectly, with only two very small bubbles along the bottom edge. The only reason I have bubbles is because I grew impatient and rushed the install.



Cons.

Install is time consuming and can be very tricky to pull off perfectly.

Contrary to what they say, there is still some rainbow affect when viewing the screen. It is better then any matte protector I have used, but it is still there.



Other:

Watch videos on youtube about how to install this. With a protector that is this big, it is IMPOSSIBLE to not get dust under it when you are installing it. This dust can be removed though if you take your time and use tape removal method. I also absolutely recommend doing this in the bathroom with your shower running as hot as possible. Close bathroom door and windows, turn shower onto the hottest setting, let the windows fog up, and then do the install. SGP Motorola Xoom Screen Protector Steinheil Ultra Series [Ultra Fine]

Ok I was hesitant to jump on this purchase since it is a bit expensive. I initially thought there were more than 1 screen protector in this package, thats my fault I assumed & was wrong. So aside from being a bit irratated at myself for not catching it only comes with one screen this is by far the best screen I have seen. It was applied very simple & clean. I like how it covers the entire screen except the camera, my old screen protection only covered the screen & not bezel. So you for sure get what you pay for with this screen. Zero finger prints or smudge & easy application. Great screen protection * * * * *

I have not had good luck with most of the screen protectors out there and was leery about installing such a large one on my Xoom but the constant fingerprints on the glass made the decision easy. Took about 10 minutes to install and was very easy to go on. This protector is harder than the ones i've installed on my phones and I actually like it better than the bare glass. Fingers slide across the screen easier and it reduces fingerprints dramatically! Also cuts down on the glare a lot. Watch the video on the manufacturer's website for a quick demonstration and put one on your Xoom. It is important to do it in a clean environment with no wind, fan, etc. that can blow dust and small particles on the screen while you install. If it does happen, remove as demonstrated on the video and you'll have a crystal clear install. If the protector holds up, it will continue to be a 5 star purchase.

I have never been so dissapointed by a product. After putting numerous screen protectors on phones such as my current Droid X and after getting this product in the mail expecting the best. I did my research and watched some youtube videos after all this steinheil protector comes with no instructions. It does come with a rubber squigee, lint free cloth, and some tape for removing dust. So after spending thirty min. cleaning the screen holding xoom to the light getting it near perfect. I then took the backing off of just one end while starting that end on the tablet, in one motion pulling backing off and dropping protector on the xoom. Resulting in just one end with just a little dust. So no problem right I have the tape, Wrong. I took the tape and stuck to face in corner to give me something to pull it back up then taking another piece of the tape provided and starting on the dust only to have it leave a big clump of adhesive that after thirty minutes carefully removing just to find that now the screen won't stick it that area anymore. So twenty five dollars for a supposed to be superior product that is wasted, no instructions and cheap tape that leaves residue everywhere. Thanks for making a horrible product that people buy for a fancy envelope it comes in.

While the Steinheil protector does not curl up and stick to itself as other protectors tend to do, it ultimately was unusable because it attracts so much dust from the air. The instructions that are included with the protector are very sparse and say nothing about dust. There is a video on the web site showing an installation but it also fails to mention anything about dust. A web search before installation revealed numerous other people commenting on this problem and one had the clever suggestion of applying the protector in a bathroom where the shower had produced a lot of steam (to capture any dust in the air). I suspect that this helped but I was still left with numerous dust particles that were pulled in from the air. After over an hour of trying to remove them from the protector with the "sticky tape" that was included for this purpose I concluded that this had just been an expensive exercise in futility. I suspect that the quality and performance of the protector would have been good if it could be applied in a "clean room" but it seems that this product really can't be applied successfully out in the "real world". (It is amazing how much of a bubble in the protector is created by a tiny piece of dust and numerous dust particles means numerous bubbles all over the protector as it lays on the glass.) Once the dust is attached to the protector it can't be "scraped" to the side and attempts to lift the protector to remove the dust with sticky tape just allows another piece of dust to stick somewhere else. I suspect this is just the nature of a protector that's designed to be attracted to the glass surface and will occur with similar products so unfortunately I can't give this any starts at all since I had to give up and throw it away. (Force to give it at least one star!)

Great product and great support, went on almost as easily as a phone protector. Took ten minutes, 7 of which were spent mainly prepping room and a little on surface, not one bubble or spec of dust. Comes with large cloth and squeegee worth saving, but you should still be sure to clean glass with alcohol(I used eye glass wipes because they were handy at time) . Next time I might go with Ultra Crystal because of stylus feel on flat/texture surface, if you use finger this is the one to get though. I let my HEPA/UV-B (3 micron) filter run in bathroom for 10/15 minutes before running shower with no vent/fan for 5 minutes to steam room. After steam settles few minutes bring Xoom in, clean surface again, open protector, peel back little of short side, align spacing perfect, use squeegee to bond/work bubbles out, then continue down peeling backing off slowly, making sure still aligned and taking time to get all air bubbles out. Took about 3 minutes to get on and I don't have a single bubble. Apply just as you would a cars decal minus soap /water. - Android - Android Tablet - Xoom Accessories - Xoom'

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Nose - uplifting, accessories

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It kinda works, but it takes a while. At least a few weeks to notice a *slight* difference. Even so, I think it was worth it. It made my nose slightly slimmer and more defined, but that's only because I've been looking at my nose so much in the mirror. The differences are very very slight. Keep that in mind before you buy this. It will not change your nose significantly like surgery. More like gradually slim the cartilage on your nose over the course of months.



Is it worth it? If you have a few bucks, absolutely. Nose Up Lifting Shaping Beauty Clip

I purchased the nose clip four months ago and I am impressed with the results so far. I had been using it consistently for about 3 months and the shape of my nose improved a lot. My nose was round and wider than I would have liked but with using the clip it has a better shape to it. It works!

I just like t for the silliness factor. It's worth buying. Put your hair in giant pink sponge curlers, apply an avocado mask, place this on your nose and head out to the Supermarket in a neon pink mu-mu and fuzzy slippers.



Oh, and I did try to use it, but it made my nose hurt and lose circulation after about 10 minutes. I don't see how this would do anything positive, except maybe in a psychosomatic way.



EDIT: I have found that if I clamp this on to the top of the bridge of my nose it can relieve a tension headache.

I wouldn't know if this is any good, they didn't send it. They sent something, not what is pictured, and it's in Japenese so I can't even imagine what it is. Don't buy anything from these people. This is a really big rip-off.

My mom brought this to make her nose less wide. She's being using this for about, I think, 3 months? So she's being asking me to tell her if I see a difference and do I see a difference? Nope not at all...

She starting using it for 15 mins a day, then 30. I still didn't see a difference.

I wonder why this thing gets a lot of good reviews if it doesn't work...

But oh well... :)

I purchased this, due to my flat nose (LOL) and moreover the fact I was NOT going to get surgery done. I wanted a little lift and that is exactly what I got. I was extremely skeptical after reading the reviews, but I decided to try it, since I know everyone is different and I was glad that's what I did. My nose definitely changed it's shape and my boyfriend is loving it (even though he has no idea what I did!) and so am I. I only gave it 4 stars, because it takes a while for results, but like I said, everyone is different. I also got my nose pierced a bit after I got this product, so I had to stop using it. Overall, it's nice.

You need it several week to see its effectiveness.



The grip is not to tight that is why you need to add a bit pressure when clamping your nose bone.



i'll keep on using this and see the final results.



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for those who may not be able to afford a nose job entirely, this item helps. i've tried it and i've noticed some change. of course you can't expect over night results, but i think it is something to try. THANKS! - Shaping - Uplifting - Accessories - Amazon Oddities'

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Ridgid Jointer Blades

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I ordered the Freud C400 6-1/8-by-11/16-by-1/8-Inch Jointer Knives as a replacement for my 1950s era Craftsman Jointer. They arrived promptly and in excellent condition.

I had a little difficulty in installing them due to the fact that they were actually 6-3/16 inches long instead of the advertised 6-1/8. Other dimensions were accurate. I was able to install them and they are performing satisfactorily, however the extra length does not allow any freedom in installation which will shorten their life by not allowing me to shift position slightly when the inevitable nicks occur.

I will try another manufacturer next time with the hope that they will be closer to the advertised dimensions. Freud C400 6-1/8-by-11/16-by-1/8-Inch Jointer Knives, 3-Pack

Bought these knive to replace the ones in my ridgid jointer! right out of the box they had a curl on them and needed to be honed! Should have sent them back but I needed them immediately. After only an hour or so of use they are completely curled over and so dull they chatter the wood. Very dissapointed in the product, spend the money and get a good set if you plan on using them at all!

Needed replacements for my ridgid jointer. These look identical and are exactly the same dementions. They are razor sharp and mount in there perfectly. Have not had a chance to try them yet but I have Freud blades in my table saw and router and they hold up great so I would expect the same from these. I have learned not to be too hard on jointer blades. Don't cut deeper than you have to and check your blades often. I didn't bother to check them till I was getting bad cuts and was amazed at how badly I had worn them down.

A friend of mine brought over a Sears 6 1/8 jointer he found in the garbage. It was covered in rust and the motor was missing. I decided to rebuild it at almost the cost of a new one. Sears wanted $36.99 for the blades plus shipping and tax. I decided to take a chance on these blades for $17.11 from Amazon. The blades are a perfect match to the old blades. If you have a Sears 6 1/8 Jointer Model#113206931, these blades will fit, but always measure the size of the old blades to be sure. Since Sears made several different models of jointers.

I restored an old Craftsman 6" jointer I inherited from a friend of the family and I was surprised to find the exact replacement knives from Freud. This jointer is an early 1950's model and with the new knives leaves as good a finish as I good possibly want. Excellent product as are all of the Freud products I have.

I used these on my Ridgid JP0610 Jointer and they are at least as good as the blades that came with the unit. They already have little nicks in them, which is about what the stock blades did too. For the price they are very reasonable. If you want basically the same blades that came with your Ridgid, these work fine. They are not an upgrade, but may very well be the most cost effective solution. I bought a couple sets to make sure I don't run out again. As always they were shipped promptly and arrived on time and un damaged.'

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Usb Card Reader - pc to tv, usb powered

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I wanted to view streaming video from my PC on my HDTV Plasma TV. But the only video output my PC had was VGA. My internet search suggested the PC To TV Video Converter Box Adapter. It was easy to install, came with all the cables required and worked out of the box. The only problem I had was that the display was only in black & white. I sent an email to the customer support team and received a reply the next day. They were able to supply me with a simple solution (a dip switch toggle solved the problem) and now the video is displayed in beautiful full color. PC To TV Video Converter Box Adapter w/ AGPtek USB 2.0 All-in-One Card Reader (Silver)

I was very pleased with the size and dimensions of the product among opening the package. The video conversion was successful and quality was quite appealing for the low price of this product. It did everything I had hoped and I will continue to review this product. - Usb Card Reader - Usb Powered - Pc To Tv'

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Panasonic Portable Dvd Player - dvd player, panasonic

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I picked this up after briefly reviewing the competition's specs. When you are shopping for a portable DVD player, the features you essentially want to pay attention to are screen size, picture quality, and battery life. If you are burning your own DVDs or playing certain styles of downloaded content you'll also want to pay attention to the format capabilities.



I finally decided on this device because it advertised 13 hour battery life and I was flying to Europe (a 9 hour flight from WA State). I was also going to be tossing it in a backpack and going. The folding design seemed like a logical choice to protect the screen with the applicable rough use.



Here's what I found, hope it helps you make an informed decision!



Pros:



- Design is elegant and fairly durable.

- Sound quality was surprisingly great.

- Controls were pretty intuitive.

- A/V cable was included accessory.

- Saves your place and starts up right from where you left off.



Cons:



- Though I didn't expect the full 13hrs battery life, it's more like 5-6 with a reasonable backlight level. Less without headphones.

- Picture quality is not comparable to competing devices like Sony DVP-FX930 9-Inch Portable DVD Player, Black.

- The buttons are awkwardly placed and easy to accidentally press when lifting or resituating the device.



Preference:



- I don't really think a remote is necessary for this style of electronic but some may find the lack of remote a drawback.

- The folding design can be a bit bulky for coach seating on a plane. It would have been nice if the screen could flip all the way over into a tablet design like this device does: Sony DVPFX810 8-Inch Portable DVD Player, Black



About Traveling with Portable DVD Players:



If you are traveling internationally and plan on buying DVDs when you arrive instead of bringing them with you... you'll want to remember that this device only plays Region 1 DVDs. DVDs from Europe are Region 2. Mexico, Central and South America, Australia and New Zeland are Region 4. Russia, much of Asia, and South Africa are region 5. In all, this means that you can only play DVDs from the region you buy the device from. There are some ways around this to my understanding but as a matter of convenience you may just want to purchase a player from the region you'll use content from. You can find more about DVD regions at:



http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=3193231



Looking back on this purchase, I'll probably opt for my iPhone/iPod or one of the following devices in the future...



Sony DVPFX810 8-Inch Portable DVD Player, Black

Sony DVP-FX930 9-Inch Portable DVD Player, Black



And Panasonic also offers a portable Blu Ray Disc Player for those of you who have gone Blu. Battery life is a bit limited and to be honest when I saw it I was thinking that Blu Ray wasn't really meant for a screen this small. That being said, it works in a pinch if your library is now primarily BRD...



Panasonic DMP-B15 Portable Bluray Player



This review was made August 2009 so check for newer options if you're reading this in the future =).



Hope this helps! Panasonic DVD-LS86 8.5-Inch Portable DVD Player

I originally purchased the predecessor to this unit, the DVD-LS82. When it worked, I was happy, even if the speakers were a bit soft at full volume on my nightstand. Even after repairs at the Panasonic depot, however, mine was EXTREMELY sensitive to the faintest disc imperfections that my other DVD players ignored. When I returned it to Amazon, per Panasonic's instructions, it was no longer for sale by Amazon. So, I ordered the DVD-LS86.



The only differences between the 2 units are that the earlier incarnation was silver, came packaged with a car kit, and had an advertised battery life 1 hour shorter. The newer unit, while initially offered at the identical price, is, as I write this, now offered at enough of a discount to almost buy your own car kit, if you choose.



The operating manual states that the battery on this unit recharges in 7 hours, when turned off, at 68 degrees F. When I brought my brand new battery up to full charge, it took barely longer than that.



What most people will be interested in is the battery endurance when playing it. Again, according to the manual, this unit will play (always assuming using headphones) for 13 hours at a brightness level of -5. This translates to noticeably dimmer than "Moonlight" mode; unless you're an avid spelunker/movie buff with severe photophobia, it's reminiscent of bright moonlight through welder's goggles. I actually have photophobia (and welder's goggles), and I couldn't stand -5 in my darkened room at night. "Moonlight," which translates to about "-3," however, was fine.



At a brightness level of "0," the manual states that battery life drops to 7 hours; that's about what I suspect most users would compromise for in the trade-off between visibility and battery life during the day. "0" is noticeably brighter than "Moonlight." I tolerated "Moonlight" in a brightly lit indoor location to extend the battery life; it's rather like watching a film in a discount, second-run theater that turns the projector brightness down to conserve the bulb life.



Finally, the manual states a battery life of 5 hours with the bightness on "5." If you use the "Daylight" setting, you get an even slightly brighter picture than that; so, if you choose the "Daylight" setting, you'll get the most vivid picture, but the battery life will suffer even more. You might need this if you want to watch movies on a sunny day at the beach-- if you go to the beach to watch movies.



Personally, I thought it would be easy to scratch a disc on the steel portion of the housing around the lense or bend the disc a bit too much when removing it from this family of units. I wish that they'd design a release mechanism that caused the machine to let go of the disc at least as easily as most cases. I managed to avoid scratching any discs; but, I was uncomfortable seeing the discs bend. I, therefore, wouldn't recommend leaving it to children to change the discs, particularly if the unit is as sensitive to micro-scratches as my DVD-LS82 was.



Sadly, my love of Panasonic products has been, in the case of portable DVD players, so far, unrequited. My DVD-LS86 has a habit of turning itself off at random intervals when using the a/c adaptor. I can't believe that this is a universal product feature, so, I'm exchanging mine for a new one. I hope that the replacement will finally live up to its promise. - Battery Life - Panasonic - Dvd Player - Portable Dvd Players'

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Positive Placement Nailer

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I am building a new garage in the back yard and plan on adding more to the home. I added a new family room 2 years ago, and should have purchased it then. I have nailers, but wanted one for the joists and the alternate panels. Senco's HN 150 was good for this job and inexpensive enough for me to nail over 1000 nails thru straps, joist hangers and angles. I have never used any other joist nailer, so it is difficult to compare, but this is perfect for the job I purchased it for and I highly recommend it for a person such as myself. Retired Sheet Metal worker, adding to my own home. Senco HN150 Joist Hanger Nailer

I had seen these for about a hundred dollars more, so when I saw this deal on Amazon I jumped at the opportunity. As a joist hanger nailer, it makes multiple impacts like a hand impact nailer, until the nail is fully driven. I like it better than what the other guys make, because it has no trigger so you simply place the nail tip where you want it and press down. The Grip-Rite joist hanger nailer looks the same as the Senco, so I guess Senco makes theirs too. I think it's the most fun of all my nailers, because it lets you place nails exacly where you want them due to the compound angles of the head. It telescopes down when you push it against the work which is very impressive considering that high tolerance parts are required to make such a design work smoothly. The Strap-Shot guys take a stick nailer and modify them so the nail tip extends slightly, whereas Senco designs a much smaller and lighter nailer specific to the task.'

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Butane Fuel - accessories, butane stove

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During a recent ice storm destroying our power for several days we were forced to bring out our campstoves. One of them requires this type of bottled gas. I'd never used this campstove before, but the ease of inserting the can and the amount of heat, was the easiest, most phenomenal thing making cooking during this crisis stress free. A fantastic product. 12 Butane Fuel GasOne Canisters for Portable Camping Stoves

We have 2 butane camp stoves to use in case our power goes out. We have been without fuel for them for a long time. We purchased these fuel canisters and they work wonderfully. We are very happy with our purchase

Those who have trouble finding butane fuel locally may want to check with Asian markets. Butane burner stoves are often used for Asian cooking in homes that have electric kitchen ranges. I just bought a 4-pack of the 8 oz. butane fuel cans for $5.49 at an Asian market -- compared to $9.30 + $6.99 shipping for the same item through Amazon.

I was hesitant to order these because it was unclear how many cans of the butane fuel I was ordering. But, indeed it was 12 cans. Such a bargain!! Even with the very high shipping fee, it was a steal. Just what I was looking for. Will order again.

delivery was fine. i have used or tried to use 6 cans to date. only two worked for me. it seemed like three of the others were empty and the fourth i could not tell the reason. i dont know how the other six will be. to date i am not satisfied with the product. if only four or five work then it became a very expensive way to cook outdoors. thanks.

I was not able to find these canisters in any hardware stores so buying them from this company was an easy decision. They arrived when they said they would, and I read some people's reviews that warned they got very hot to touch. I did not have that experience, they work fine with the stove I bought and I am very happy with my purchase. The price of the shipping is a lot more than most products but the cheaper price of the product balances out the cost. Well worth the money. - Butane Stove - Butane - Accessories - Camp Stove'

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Captain America The First Avenger Movie

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Grandson received this from Amazon on his birthday--delivered on time as promised. He said that Captain America is great and is very happy with this super hero. I haven't seen the toy as it was delivered directly to the birthday boy. Based on our 5-yr-old's remarks, though, I would say he would recommend it for anybody who likes to play super hero. Captain America: Movie Series 10-Inch Hero Action Figure'

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Fashion - olive, fashion

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I ordered Polo Ralph Lauren Men's Vaughn Sneaker,Black Soft Leather,10.5 M US Polo Ralph Lauren Men's Vaughn Sneaker,Black Soft Leather,10.5 M US and it is really amazing and comfortable. I got it on time ^^. Thanks to this company. The came with extra threaded Boots. Polo Ralph Lauren Men's Vaughn Sneaker,Deep Orange,7 D US

Couldn't find these kicks in London in this colour or in my size, also the price in most London shops started at £75.00. I thought the shape was ok, a little narrow & long unlike Vans, but still comfortable. They arrived on time, its helps having the ability to track them. I like them so much, i'm thinking of buying a leather pair. Money well spent!

Leather Tennis Shoes??? Who'd of thought of it!!!! But they are great -- relaxed nice look. You have the choice of leather or white shoe laces which also changes the look. Can't go wrong with these tennis shoes - Fashion - Olive - Laces - Lace-up'

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Exercise Band - fitness, exercise stretch bands

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I bought this set of bands to replace the puny resistance band included with the EA Sports Active. After trying each band in this set at shoulder level and fully stretched over the head, the difference between the light and the other bands was significant, but the difference between medium and heavy, however, was indistinguishable.



I did some testing lifting free-weights with the bands and found each band maxed out at 15, 22, and 25 pounds for light, medium, and heavy respectively. The problem is that stretched to waste and shoulder height, the medium and heavy bands are almost identical in resistance at 12 pounds at waste and 17 pounds at shoulder height. In order to have a true heavy band, I'll have to combine the light and the heavy for a 40 pound band.



Pros:

- thick material

- 5 feet in length and will stretch 3 times as long

- can provide a wide range of resistance from 7 to over 40 pounds with some creative thinking

- much cheaper than free-weights



Cons:

- medium and heavy bands are also identical

- requires using multiple bands for significant resistance Aylio Fitness 3 Exercise Bands and Door Anchor (Low, Medium, Heavy)

These bands suffer from limited functionality. They are both too short and too thick.

They are very short: five feet long. This is an issue if you are trying to use them for pilates, stretching, or other related uses. I find them unsuited to such things as wrapping them around the back of my shoulders, or looping them under my foot, etc. They should be at least another two feet long.

The other major issue is that they are very thick. The thinnest is about 15 mil. This is far too much resistance for the lightest gauge band.

I have a different band which I got with a pilates video. It's 10 mil thick. It's closer to what I would consider a light-weight band, though I would prefer something even thinner, perhaps 8 mil. The biggest issue with bands that are too thick is that unless they are sufficiently long, you can't adjust for an appropriately low level of resistance by increasing the slack. This is a basic concept that anyone who has used resistance bands will understand.

If you are looking to use bands purely as a substitute for free weights, these bands would probably work. However, the length is still going to be an issue.

Got these to use to replace the flimsy band that comes with Wii active, they work soooo much better. the only issue that I"ve had with them so far is that they loosen easily and will snap loose if you don't tighten them regularly, but the quality of the bands are wonderful.

These are excellent exercise bands. I can definitely feel the difference in the different levels of resistance. It would be nice if the levels of resistance were marked on the bands themselves or if the packaging had included an insert letting me know the level of each color. I was able to look it up on Amazon, but I think it would be best if printed on the bands. All in all, I think these were a great deal.

For several months I had found and used a neck exercise machine at my gym that worked miracles for curing cricks and strains in my neck at night - strengthening the neck muscles totally cured night neck problems. When the machine was removed I was determined to find a replacement. I had never used exercise bands but realized they should be perfect for 4 direction neck work outs. I gained proficiency with them rapidly on my own and use them to maintain my neck muscles. They seem to be the prefect inexpensive solution and I like the gradual and variable resistance they provide - especially for holding the effort against the bands. A perfect, inexpensive, east to use solution for me.

The bands arrived quickly and seem very high quality. My daughter uses them for physical therapy exercises she is doing at home while recovering from a dislocated shoulder. She says they are just like the ones she uses at the physical therapists office. - Resistance Band - Resistance Bands - Fitness - Exercise Stretch Bands'

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