Guy Low Price Electronic: 29 Mar 2010

Monday 29 March 2010

Charger Caddy - cell phone, charging valet

I was pleased that this charging organizer was so substantial and sturdy. While providing parking spaces for up to 4 e-gadgets, all of your charger cords can be housed out of sight, in one place. There's even room inside to place a cord strip so you can plug in all of your chargers. For the money, it's a good solution to tangles of cords snaking all over countertops and desks, and it encourages you to put your phone back in the same place. Desktop Electronics Charging Station Ipod Mp3 Faux Leather Mobile Games Devices

This does not come with a power strip and it's also a challenge to plug 3 or 4 device power packs in and still close the top, but it is possible. I'm using this to charge 2 Blackberry mobile phones and 2 bluetooth headsets.

After finding a mini Power strip and some extender cables (power strip liberators) I was able to stuff all 4 power packs into the unit. It looks so much better than the pile of cables. The best part is your plug is neatly sitting there waiting for you. No more moving furniture to find your charging cables :).

We are very pleased with this charging station. It is a good size and not only keeps our cords hidden, but a good place for our phones, makes it very convenient for plugging them in, also has room for keys, so we remember our phone when we go to grab our keys. I would recommend this charging station, pretty reasonable price. - Cell Phone Organizer - Charging Valet - Cell Phone - Charger Caddy'

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Comfortable - crew, palm

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Boss Orange socks are excellent in my book. Always beautifully made (this style is made in Turkey), soft, and extremely comfortable. Curt socks are a casual ankle sock with a padded sole for extra comfort. The fabric is a blend (80% cotton, 19% polyamid (nylon), and 1% elastine)that combines comfort and excellent moisture management.

Fit is excellent (I'm 12/13 US & 46 Euro), and the cuffs have just enough elastic. I have these in white, gray, & black. All have tasteful orange detailing. Boss Orange socks are on the expensive side, but they are tough to beat and I think they are worth it. Highly recommended. HUGO BOSS Men's Curt Casual Ankle Socks, White, One Size - Webos - Hp - Palm - Crew'

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Garmin Mount - garmin c550, garmin mount

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Keeps my unit more secure and out of the critical lines of sight. I no longer have to worry about the suction cup coming loose (it was especially bad in cold weather. It comes with two different types of pads to secure it to the dash, temporary and permanent. I used the temporary one and after a month it is still solid. Garmin Dashboard Mount (010-10747-02)

Used this item to mount my Garmin 550 on the dashboard (I had the one that came with the GPS in my other car). Works very well... the fit between the mount and the GPS unit is very reassuringly snug. Be careul using the PERMANENT disk to mount it, though... it really, really is permanent. Use the temporary disk if you're not sure. Excellent product!

I had the base mounted already from my previous GPS, so really bought this for the arm portion. I had the mount base from my StreetPilot 2620 and it's been permanent on the dash for two years and no issues. This is much better than the windshield mount for the NUVI660. The product DOES NOT come with the cradle, so you have to use the existing one from your NUVI. Excellent.

Two days ago, it came off my dashboard... eventhough I installed it using the "permanent" tape that it comes with, the heat of the summer was enough and the glue wiped off clean. From the begining, I would have to be re-adjusting the angle of the Street Pilot because with the bumps it would go down; this never happened with the original suction cup that I had to re-cycle. So in general... not such a good idea.

I had the Garmin Street Pilot 2610 which was stolen and now replaced by Garmin Nuvi 760. The old GPS had the permanent dash mount which is still on my dash. The base is exactly the same as this item except without the "arm". The "arm" fits perfectly in the old base and my new GPS fits on it perfectly without having to fear the unit may fall off of the suction device since I had the permanent mount for >2 years now.

I had the beanbag for the old GPS before, one day I stepped on the gas hard and the gps landed on the shifter and broke the screen. That's why I decided to mount it permanently.

This device works extremely well as an alternative to a suction cup mount. It gets your gps on the dash instead of hanging off the windshield. Very high quality. Also, lets you use your Nuvi with your old Garmin bean bag mount.

Excellent product from excellent company.

When our Garmin 2720 StreetPilot died we purchased one of their NUVI units. To our surprise the dash mount for both of those lines is the same. The NUVI does require a gooseneck adapter that connects to the unit and slides into the dashmount. If you are making a similar transition, you may be better served by using your old dashmount and save the money needed to buy a new one.

The temporary adhesive pads soften in hot weather, which can cause the GPS to fall off your dash. Beside the risk of damage to your expensive GPS, this is potentially dangerous, because the GPS could slide under your brake pedal.

Other than the issue with the adhesive (which has been a problem for years), the mount is reasonably well designed and effective. - Garmin C550 - Garmin Nuvi - Garmin Mount - Gps Mount'

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Cold Weather Boots - suede boots, diving

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I recently bought a pair of these boots, and LOVE them! They are tall enough to be able to wade out into the water so I don't scrape my kayak up on the shoreline, and they are waterproof and warm. The best part is that they're flexible enough to be able to move around in the cramped under-deck area of a kayak. I plan to paddle until the lakes freeze over this winter!

Ladies: follow Neosport's sizing guide, since these are unisex-sized NeoSport Wetsuits Explorer 5mm Explorer Boot,All Black,9

The NeoSport Wetsuits Explorer 5mm Explorer Boot[size 13], has well built uppers, and based on the reviews I decided to try them. Although, the soles seem larger than the NeoSport Paddle shoes, they still do not extend the length of the foot cavity. Therefore, the sole heel stitching is not at the back of the shoe, but further in. This construction causes the curve of stitching to be the first striking point on the heel when walking. Inserts, which don't solve the problem, take up enough space, that if they did solve the striking heel problem, would make it difficult to wear socks of any thickness.

After a short time walking in them, they cause noticeable heel soreness. So, if you need a size 13 boot, this review may be helpful.

I have been hemming and hawing about this purchase for some time, but finaly got tired of having to worry about wet feet while kayaking in the winter,so I broke down and got them. Best thing I could've done. They keep my feet dry and snug! I was worried about getting the right size but with their having you measure your foot and then relating it to the sizing chart worked out really well! I was also worrying how it would fit over my calves. No Problem! I am able to comfortably wear multiple socks without being too snug. Great purchase.

Ordered this tall boot so ankles would stay dry while paddling in cold water.They work great,are comfortable & help keep feet warm.My husband also got a pair & we're very satisfied with this product.Other kayakers are going to order also. - Crocs - Berryessa - Diving - Suede Boots'

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Interconnects - external hard drive, esata

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The only demerit is that the cable is a bit stiff, and that coupled with the length does not make a great combination in tight areas. It may be the minimum length that can be useful under any circumstances. However, works great with an Acomdata 2.5" ESATA external enclosure. Syba SY-CAB-ESA e-SATA to e-SATA Cable (21-Inch, Black)

I ordered this cable only a few days ago and it came much faster than I had expected. Another plus is that it looks like I got a 24 inch shielded version of the cable! I tested it for interference compared to another non shielded cable and this one showed no signs of interference at all. This is good for making sure that all of the data that I transfer using this cable will be very stable and the integrity of the files will be good

Using it with a acomdata enclosure housing a 350GB sata HD for Vmware Player images connected to my T410 laptop. Speed is excellent. Shipping was timely and packaging adequate for a cable. Would use the vendor again.

I bought this because my laptop had an e-SATA port and I wanted to connect with my external hard drive at the fastest speed. This little cable did the trick. Transfer rates are very fast, the only thing I wished was there the cable was a little bit longer.

On my Dell XPS 1640, I bought this for my new eSATA case I purchased. However, this cable didn't power my drive in the case. Look for Power Over eSATA cable if you want power and data both be provided to your drive and that would also leave one USB port free on your laptop. - Esata - Cable - Sata - External Hard Drive'

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Glow In The Dark

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Ordered these for Halloween and they were a big hit. Product comes in a tube with accessaries to make multiple arrangements. They seen to last a couple of hours and were quite bright. Glow Granny was excellent to deal with. I had a special delivery request and they were very helpfull. 100 8" Premium Glow Stick Bracelets (Bi-Colored, Mixed Colors)

I got these for my wedding reception and they were great, everyone had a blast with them. They connect into all kinds of shapes and you can make big or small bracelets or necklaces by connecting them together. Easy to use, great product.

Ordered these for the kids to use at a beach bonfire. They were a huge hit! Not a single dud so far out of the package, and we have used most of them. Great product! The pieces included that make the glow ball were a huge bonus and the kids had so much fun throwing it around. Loved the quality so much I just ordered a second box of them.

I bought these for a youth event at my church (teens in grades 6-12). All of the teens LOVED the glowsticks.

I didn't get to see every one in action, but I think all 100 of them lit up and worked.

They glowed throughout the night (for at least several hours).

A great value party favor for the price! And a hit with teens of all ages.

We ordered the 100-pack and so far, we have used about 30 of them. They have worked flawlessly with no breaks or leaks. I have purchased glow lights from different sources in the past. These from Glow Granny seem thicker than those I have gotten in the past from the dollar store.

Aside from just fun time, we give our children glow lights on stormy nights to reduce their concerns about the storms.

I will be buying the 300 pack from Glow Granny when we start running low. Glow Granny did a good job with this product.'

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Yoga For Beginners

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I've been enjoying yoga instructor Barbara Benagh's other recent DVD release, Yoga for Stress Relief, so I decided to take a look at this one as well. This DVD, released by Body+Soul magazine, is intended for those new to yoga. There are a total of 5 shorter (<30 minutes), targeted routines which provide detailed instruction in basic yoga postures. These sequences allow the beginning yoga practitioner to build a solid foundation by learning proper alignment and taking the time to focus on form. In the second part of the DVD, Barbara combines the targeted practices to form five extended routines. These longer (30-70 minutes) practices utilize mostly the same footage (warm-up and relaxation sequences are added) to provide a more comprehensive, in-depth yoga experience. Barbara uses a yoga mat and occasionally makes use of a blanket as well.

A breakdown of the DVD is listed below; I've first listed the main menu items and then have broken down the two submenus, "Getting Started" and "As You Progress." The times for each practice are given as they appear on-screen, but I've added adjusted times in parentheses based on my own review. I've also included brief summaries of the composition of each segment; these summaries are meant to provide an overview rather than to be all-inclusive.

Main Menu

Contents

* Learn: Interview (8)

* Getting Started: Targeted Routines

* As You Progress: Extended Routines

And More...

* About Body+Soul: Meet the Editor (2)

* Articles: Articles and Advice - five PDF file reprints of Body+Soul magazine articles on yoga and related topics

* Credits

Getting Started: Targeted Routines

* Backbends, 10m (22.5)- locust, seated backbend/shoulder stretch, cobra, bow; slow but building intensity

* Standing Poses, 20m (22.5) - tree, triangle (long, slow setup process), side angle, standing side stretch, warrior 1, wide leg standing forward bend

* Strength and Balance, 20m (20.5) - teaches

"core strength breathing" used with boat prep work, half boat, modified side plank, and plank pose; finish in child's pose

* Sun Salutations, 20m (22) - very slow flow; begins with 2 sun breaths, 2 half salutes, and then a total of only 2 rounds of sun salutations, the first more modified than the second

* Seated Hip Openers, 30m (28) - performed entirely on the floor (seems to target hamstrings more than hips): reclined cobbler's, lying shoulder stretch, reclined leg stretch, thread the needle, seated easy pose twist, cobbler's, head-to-knee, wide legged seated forward bend, finish in cobbler's

As You Progress: Extended Routines

There are three new sequences included in the below practices. The first is Breathing and Centering (12.5 minutes), which includes breathing deep and centering the mind while lying on your back, breathing in rhythm with pulling the knees in and out, and breathing during a simple lying twist (revolved stomach pose). The second is a Restorative sequence 11.5 minutes) made up of three separate segments: supported reclined cobbler's pose, upper back opener reclining over bolster, and legs up the wall pose. Finally, there is a 5.5 closing Relaxation sequence.

* Basics: Wonderful Place to Start, 70m (68.5) - Breathing and Centering (12.5), Standing Poses (22.5), Seated Hip Openers (28), and Relaxation (5.5)

* Energizing: Wake Up Your Body and Mind, 40m (40) - Sun Salutations (22), Backbends (12), and Relaxation (5.5)

* Strength: Challenging Extended Routine, 70m (71) - Sun Salutations (22), Standing Poses (22.5), Strength and Balance (20.5), Relaxation (5.5)

* Rejuvenate: When You Need to Catch Your Breath, 30m (30) - Breathing and Centering (12.5), Restorative (11.5), Relaxation (5.5)

* Quieting: Great for the Evening, 55m (56) - Standing Poses (22.5), Seated Hip Openers (28), Relaxation (5.5)

Overall, this is an extremely well-done DVD. Although it's definitely appropriate for those new to yoga, I'm not sure if I'd recommend it as a very first yoga video; because Barbara is practicing alone (on a beautiful beach at Half Moon Bay Resort in Antigua), she is unable to show modifications, although she certainly does offer plenty of suggestions for going at your own pace. I am not new to yoga myself: I started dabbling about 6 years ago, have been practicing regularly for the past 3, and would rate myself at about an intermediate level. While Barbara's detailed teaching certainly provides me with an excellent opportunity to achieve a greater level of proficiency, I do find that the practices move a bit slow for where I am at present. In addition, given that I usually have less than an hour at a time to devote to yoga, I'm not sure I'll get much use from the extended sequences. Regardless, I can see myself mixing and matching to create my own practices, and thus I believe that most beginning and intermediate yogis will be able to find value in this excellent video. Yoga For Beginners

I am a little confused by the folks who say that there isn't enough instruction and that there are not enough cautions at the beginning of the program. If you watch the first section, you get a clear overview of ways to focus, and the instructor says very clearly that as a beginner, a person should only challenge themselves as far as they feel a stretch, but that this should not be painful, and that beginners should not expect to be able to fully achieve the poses yet. Furthermore, as you watch, she continually suggests modifications for beginners, and gives instructions that are so clear and explicit that yesterday I found myself altering the position of my big toe. It is THAT clear.

I love the short workouts that isolate areas to strengthen as supplements to the longer workouts. As a beginner, having those short chunks has really helped me, and with several weeks of this program, and doing the backbend segment every other day, I have noticed that my lower back doesn't hurt in the morning anymore. I can't wait for the evening each day so that I can go home and do my yoga! I tried taking yoga classes at my gym, and disliked how fast and advanced the programs were. This really is perfect for beginners!'

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Rca - rca

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The Acoustic Research PR series a/v cables are quality craftsmanship all the way, and the PR130 Audio RCA's are no exception. The connectors that meet your equipment are very tight, which is crucial to good signal transfer. I have replaced all my cables with AR PR series cables and will continue to do so in the future. Excellent quality that rivals Monster, without the Monster pricetag. If you need a/v cables, the AR PR series are your best bet. Acoustic Research PR130 Audio Cable, Gold RCA P - RCA P (3 feet)

Since I replaced all the RCA audio cables on my DJ system with these, I find that I don't have to turn up the volume on my power amp as much as I had to with the factory packed wires. The Sound is a lot more transparent. I hear stuff that I could not hear with previous crappy RCA's. Bass is tighter, High's and Mid's are clearer. If you're gonna spend good money on your audio equipment , do yourself a favor and buy Good Audio cables to get the most out of your system. Don't know why I did not do this sooner!

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This cable is well made and has nice connectors. It's reasonably priced and I'd bet the farm you can't tell the difference between these and the monsterly high priced versions when installed in your system. - Rca'

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Hand Weights - home workout, dumbbells

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I got these because I got the Jillian Michales 30 day shred and I knew I wouldn't be able to use my 5lb weights. These are great, and the texture is great because it doesn't slip around in your hands. Great little weights. Valeo HW2 2-Pound Neoprene Hand Weights

This pair of soft pink weights can go to the office or bedroom. It's a pretty pink color and stays clean. It's the perfect size that be carried from place to place. It may fit in bags and med sized purses.

I am a reluctant exerciser. I sit at the computer all day and when I get up...ouch my aching back. My doctor said get some small weights and use them or else! If you rest you rust.I bought these little cuties and now I spend 15 minutes at a time at least twice a day and feel stronger already. I am buying another pair for my 94 year old sister who wants to share the benefits.

These are very good handweights to add to your workout routines. The Neoprene cover is very comfortable to hold onto and prevents slipping when using these. If you just are starting to work out (or starting after a layoff) make sure to get these 2 lbs to begin with. There is more than enough weight to start developing without hurting yourself and the price for the various sets are very reasonable so having a couple of sets a bit later is not a bad idea.

These weights have a nice feel to them (more comfortable than vinyl, for the same price), but like the above reviewer said, they only work if you use them. 5-lb weights are very suitable for beginners to purchase. It may be heavy at first, but as you get stronger, 3-lbs will get too light. 5-lbs will also get the toning done, without bulking you up.

I purchased these weights to do exercises recommended by physical therapy for a frozen shoulder. I purchased these Valeo weights due to the excellent reviews by others - and was not disappointed. They are very comfortable to hold due to the non-slick texture of the neoprene. These weights are very similar to those that I used at physical therapy. Amazon's price was very competitive and the weights were delivered quickly. Highly recommended. - Home Workout - Exercise - Dumbbells - Weight Training'

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