Rebel - canon

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My concern is when people pick up this DSLR in the store and handle it and then handle the D3100, they will automatically assume the D3100 is a better DSLR simply on the body construction alone. The plastic body feels (and is) cheap. And that, unfortunatley, will be hard to overcome for a lot of people. No textured grip is an unfortunate omission. At the entry-level, you don't expect full weather-sealing or magnesium alloy body but most others (Pentax K-x, Nikon D3100) at least are constructed of somewhat better materials and have a textured hand grip. The one plus side to the glossy-plastic body is that it makes the DSLR very lightweight. In fact, it probably is the lightest DSLR I've shot with.



The controls are pretty straight-forward on this camera. And I always like Canon's menu system, very intuitive. It has plenty of auto controls for newbie photographers but of course has a full manual suite of controls so it's perfect for students or folks in general who want to learn photography and want a camera they can grow with. In terms of the performance, this DSLR impressed me. Overall operation is very quick, shot-to-shot times are decent, and the autofocus is very fast. I have worked the with D3100 as well... and can safely say that the Rebel T3 outperforms it on almost all fronts (I'm sure I'll catch hell from the Nikon folks for that).



The viewfinder is 95% coverage and isn't the greatest but I found it to be satisfactory. And despite the relatively low screen resolution of 230k, I found the screen somewhat viewable in direct sunlight and better than the one on the D3100. Again, it's not wonderful, but not as bad as some I've seen (the worst was the Pentax K-x). They've also upgraded the AF system from 7 points on the Rebel XS to 9 points.



One move that was very smart on Canon's part was to keep the megapixel count at a modest 12 megapixels. And interestingly enough, it seems to work better with the supplied kit lens than some of the higher-end siblings. The combination of the kit lens and the 12 MP sensor leads to some very impressive image quality (especially if you bump up the sharpness a little bit in the camera settings) - and this camera will happily shoot with Canon's low-end lenses with some very decent results. One complaint I do have is, because of the light-weight plastic construction of the body, it tends to be out of balance with the longer, heavier lenses. I noticed this when I attached the EF-S 55-250 lens on it. It may not be a dealbreaker for everybody, but some people might find this irritating. Colors are very punchy but not to the point of over-saturation. I won't confidently say it's better than D3100 for image quality, but it at least matches it. And for the most part you can get clean images from this DSLR up to ISO 1600, which is impressive.



As far as the movie mode goes, it's only 1280x720 HD but actually the video quality is excellent. However, the manual controls are very limited. If you're equal parts into photos and movies, I would consider the Rebel T3i or 60d over this one though, as those have far more extensive manual controls for video shooting.



So overall, if you're able to overlook the rather cheap plastic construction, this is a very formidable entry-level DSLR that is suitable for both newbie photographers, and even pros looking for a light-weight companion to their regular gear. Canon EOS Rebel T3 12.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm IS II Lens and EOS HD Movie Mode (Black)

I purchased this camera a few days ago and I've had nothing but FUN with it! Aside from my simple Kodak Easyshare point and shoot, I had a Canon EOS Elan 7 (35mm) and had been wanting to switch it over to Digital for several years. The longer I waited, the better the camera's got and more affordable they became.



I decided on the Canon T3 mostly because of the affordable price. (Nearly 1/2 of the T3i) I felt like I was getting a very good value for my money. I was right!



This camera takes amazing photo's! Clear, crisp, true color.

It's very easy to use, right out of the box.

Fit's all my old lenses and the remote from the Elan 7

All the advanced manual settings I could want topped with the instant gratification of seeing how the settings affect the picture instantly.



This camera allows you to use live screen shooting which so many people like these days and it takes HD video.



The 12 megapixels is plenty even when enlarging OVER 11 x 14".



For a lower end Canon DSLR, it's a huge value for the money. This camera is an excellent choice for the hobbiest/enthusiast.



I am SOO glad I purchased it!



Nakiska

For the price of the camera, you wouldn't really expect much. However, that is completely false. For the small price, this camera really packs a big punch. It was a no-brainer for me to choose Canon for my first DSLR. Every single camera I've ever owned is a Canon, and I've never been disappointed. This camera is great for the beginner photographer, and even for the more advanced photographer. It's a breeze to learn how to work all of it's functions and most importantly, it delivers such amazing quality photos. The kit comes with a 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 image stabilization lens. Even with a moderately wide aperture, the lens performs exceptionally well under low-light situations. I will eventually grow out of this lens, but for now it's doing well for me. I feel like as I grow in my photography, this camera will grow with me and last me years to come. One of my goals is to become a freelance photographer. I have many many years before I get to that point, but right now, this is a good starting point. - Canon'

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Business Card Scanner - mobile scanner, usb scanner

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I purchased this unit for a very specific reason. I have thousands of old photos that probably would not benefit from a high res scan since they do not look all that great as pictures. Many are of family and pets and thus I would like to keep them and display them using my digital frame. The idea that I could scan pictures in on a table top without a computer was very appealing. When the unit arrived, I read the instructions. It tells you to use these clear plastic sleeves (one for 3x5 and another for 4x6) to scan your photos. Don't. These things are poorly designed and will either not catch properly on the unit causing numerous rescans or it will create lines on the photo. It tells you in the packaging that they are to protect your photo. Nonsense. I have scanned a lot of pictures without them and there has not been even a hint of a problem. Once I ditched the sleeves and scanned directly in to the unit, I was quite pleased. Just be aware that it crops a few mm's off your original. The final product is respectable. You get a 1.5 mega pixel jpeg for 3x5 and a 2 mega pixel jpeg for 4x6's. This is fine for displaying on a digital frame but hardly high enough resolution to do any real editing to or print enlargements. I have used up to 4 gig Utra II SD cards and they work fine. There is also a compact flash slot so you can make use of some old cards if they are sitting around. Bottom line, it works as advertised but the final product is hardly a comparison for even a low cost flat bed scanner. Pandigital SCN02 Photolink One-Touch Scanner with Memory Card

This is great for doing 300dpi scans. It is so fast and quicker - much faster than placing photos in a desktop scanner. I have been impressed with the results and can easily sit and scan hundreds of photos (up to a 4x6 size) while watching tv. The quality is great. I would highly recommend this PanDigital scanner to anyone who took tons of photographs and wants to have them on their computer or just to create digital images for backup. If there were ever an emergency, it is far easier to run out of the house with a memory card rather than boxes and boxes of photos. So far, I have scanned about 4000 photos and very happy with the results. Would love to see PanDigital come out with a higher DPI unit. I would be first in line to purchase.

I bought this scanner to scan several photo albums and many boxes of prints that I have. Some are old, one-of-a-kind family photos that go back to early in the last century.



This scanner screamed through my grandmother's album (with 400+ photos). I was able to scan them all in about 2 hours. That's incredible. However, I didn't run into a few issues:



1) Some photos just won't feed straight and you end up with a funky curve in the photo.

2) Some photos get stuck and need help. These photos end up with a lot of leading or trailing bogus data.

3) Some old photos from the 40's/50's are tiny. These really need a higher resolution scanner to be useable.



There are a couple of things that would definitely improve this scanner. A battery so that it could be used without plugging it in and a way to more securely put in a SD card. That way I could through this in a backpack and just use it.



Even with these issues, it's a very nice addition to flatbed scanner, but it's not a replacement.

I purchased the digital scanner after reading the reviews - aware of the potential scan line problem. While initially happy with the scanner after trying a couple of scans, my optimism turned to disappointment as the infamous "scan line" appeared. I consider myself technically proficient and have tried all the manufacturers cleaning and problem corrections (and even disassembled the unit and cleaned the roller - but nothing worked and the very prominent scan line problem persists. While the unit is extremely fast in scanning photos, the scan line problem overrides its efficiency. So, essentially, this piece of equipment is now a paperweight as the photo scans are unusable. I'll revert to my larger desktop but slower CanoScan 8600. I gave it a shot. Maybe pandigital will improve their product to permanently fix the problem.

I got so tired of using my flatbed scanner to back up the thousands of photos that I had laying around that I had to find something more effective and this was the ticket! I purchased the scanner and while watching a couple movies I scanned over 2000 photos. That would have taken forever on my flatbed scanner. I am using with windows 7 so I know it works on that too.

This thing is perfect for quickly scanning in old photos. Like others have said they won't be the best quality (as compared to a flat bed scanner), but we were able to scan ~500 photos in 2 hours (including taking them out of the book and watching tv/drinking). If you want super high quality photos use the flatbed. If you want to be done scanning before you die...get this.



Don't use their plastic sleeve. Its a waste of time. If you're only putting the photo through the scanner a few times its not going to damage it. - Portable Scanner - Scanner - Mobile Scanner - Usb Scanner'

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so far I have had no problems with the charger. my only complaint so far is the length of the cig lighter plug. it is very long. both of my vehicles (05 jeep wrangler, 96 S10) are manual transmissions, when I shift into the top gears (1,3,5) the shifter will bang into the charger. LG 5 Pin Micro Phones USB charger for LG VX7100 Glance, AX830 Glimmer, VX9700 Dare, 9600 Versa, 8610 Decoy, VX11000 enV Touch, 5500, AX300, 8360, VX9200 enV3, 8560 Chocolate 3, AX155, 9100, VX9100 enV2, AX-500 Swift, AX585

Received mine quickly but it was a DUD! It didn't work at all, I tried several ports and the same problem. Also the cord was shorter than I expected and the plug is kind of long like the other reviewers said. At least the return via amazon was easy!

Great charger! It's brand name so it will work with the phones listed. It's also much cheaper than the Verizon version (and other carrier-comparable versions). Certainly with purchasing if you don't want to spend $20 on a charger just to pay for the name. - Lg - Accessories - Highly Recommended'

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I can't remember the last time I saw a VGA cable as thick as this one; this is a big ol' sucker. It's built solid and tough, complete with ferrites on each end and screw-down connectors (and I would highly recommend that you screw it onto to your HDTV's connector due to its weight).



Some reviewers said the audio cable didn't reach the output port on their laptops. They must have humongous laptops; I have a 15.4" Toshiba Satellite, and there is no problem connecting both the VGA and audio output ports (the VGA output is located on the left side toward the rear, and the audio output is located just slightly right of center in the front), and it would easily connect if the two ports were on opposite corners.



Another reviewer said that if your laptop didn't have a VGA port with screw-down capability, the cable was too heavy and would disconnect itself. My laptop does not have screw-down ability, but I have not had any problem with the cable disconnecting.



This is a very high-quality cable at a very reasonable price, and 15ft is plenty long enough for most applications (easily extends from the TV to the bed or sofa). RiteAV VGA Cable with 3.5mm Audio - 15 Ft.

The cable is of very good quality though a little bulky. I had no problems connecting the audio and my computer doesnt have the 2 ports next to each other.

However, if your VGA port doesnt have screws to fasten the cable it is going to be very difficult to hold this in. The head of the cable is pretty bulky and heavy and without screw terminals, it falls off very easily.

This is a well-made cable that includes ferrites on both ends to prevent interference (only one of the included pictures actually shows them). A previous reviewer mentioned the ends being a bit heavy, but anyone who's used a VGA cable in the past won't be surprised because it's no different than all the rest. I use it for a 1080P image on my 40" LCD. The signal is perfect with no apparent losses from the laptop despite the length, but I'll admit to being skeptical before ordering. The 2 ft audio cable is plenty long to reach the other side of a laptop if needed. This definitely beats overpaying and getting much less at a major retailer.

I use this to connect a Dell laptop to a 42 inch 1080p Panasonic plasma. The picture quality is great. The fact that it is a single cable for the length of the run gives it a neat appearence. The cable for the mini jack allows enough room for it to reach the headphone jack and the video output on my laptop even though they are not on the same side of the laptop. The cable for the mini jack comes out of the connector. The cable has a good quality feel to it.

I purchased this hoping to bypass the need for a netflix streaming device and it works. I hooked it up to a Panasonic t46g10 plasma. this is what I found after much experimentation using Windows xp and a dell computer.

1. hook up the monitor to both the vga video output on the cpu and then to the tv first.

2. turn on the computer. It should automatically recognize the secondary monitor.

3. Go to display in Control Panel. Click on 'settings'. Note the 'apply settings to this monitor.' Check box after highlighting the 2nd monitor option. Then check 'use this monitor as primary.'

4. Test whether monitor has been recognized by going to a website[ I used yahoo] and click on any video. The video should start streaming to the tv. The sound should be audible on your pc speakers.

5. The video settings for both computer monitor and tv should be the same.

6. The mouse should display its function on the tv as it would on the computer monitor. You should therefore be able to access favorites or for that matter type 'netflix' in the search field. Then it is a simple matter of highlighting whatever movie you want.

Pros:



1. Good price

2. Has video+audio in one cable



Cons:



1. Doesn't identify my Sony HD TV - Yes, a lot of people may not know this. I had another VGA cable that I bought from Frys, and everytime I use that my laptop without fail would know I'm connected to Sony HD TV and then I could according set resolution from my laptop. The moment I switched to this "RiteAV VGA Cable with 3.5mm Audio - 15 Ft." from amazon, all I see on my laptop is "analog output". My old one from Frys is quite light and though it doesn't have an audio cable, works great.



2. It is listed on product description that the differenc between VGA and 3.5mm audio is 24 inches, that is not true, as also mentioned by other reveiwers. It's apprx 10 inches, and while it's ok to hook up both VGA/audio on the TV, on laptop you can't reach both VGA and audio. At least not on mine, and I don't have a big laptop.



On a seperate note:

I want to return it.

Got this from CE Compass, and they charge 15% restocking fee + return shipping is out of buyer's pocket. Will see how much return shipping will cost, and if the effort/refund is worth returning it. - Computer Cables - Monitor Cable - Vga Cables - Vga Cable'

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Manscaping - wahl, manscaping

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First off... People, be aware of "Vine Program" reviewers. Keep in mind that these people did not pay for the item and did not actively go out and search for the product they now own. I, on the other hand, was actually looking for this here electric "clipper".



One PRO:

1- At first I was glad to see that WAHL had finally designed a shaver with a lithium battery because the nickel-cadium battiers in their other units die out way too fast. As it turns out, the battery was the only positive thing about this trimmer. I only needed to charge it fully once and it would last for approx 6 shaves.



Many CONS:

1- Rubber material covering body of unit grips TOO much. Little pieces of cut hairs will stick to it like glue! Within a week it mine was covered in little hairs. Messy.

2- The metal blades rust easily even though they were never exposed to water, only to sweat. I have never had this problem with other Wahl trimmers before.

3- This thing is loud when it's new and getts louder as it ages. After 7 months mine stopped cutting well and sounded like a mini chain saw.

4- Short life span - 7 months. Only used it 3 times a week, face only, and oiled it once a week.



Thank you for your time.

I use this primarily to trim my goatee and it works fine as far as the end results go. However, it happens to be pretty painful because it seems to pull a hair out here and there instead of actually cutting it, so I usually dread using this thing. I am guessing it is because the blade is not sharp enough. The battery life and strength seem to be quite good though.

Easily the best and most powerful I've used.. And I've used more than a few.



I actually bought this one to replace the wife's trimmer. After examining it, I confiscated it and gave her my Remington which is weak and a poor cutter by comparison. LOL



I agree, like most trimmers of this sort it's not a hair cutter. It's a hair trimmer. Meaning it's just not designed to give full service haircuts. But will do in a pinch.



For trimming between haircuts, body hair management, beards, etc.. it's hard to beat. Lithium ion is definitely the way to go.



The blades are incredibly precise and are reminiscent of a bygone era. They are carbon steel, so they aren't rinsable and must be oiled occasionally. But the extra performance and longevity of the ground carbon blades are a big plus, especially for a tool of this type.



The attachments and stand work very well and are well designed. There is a slight learning curve if you've never used a Wahl before. And no travel case or blade protector is included. The nose/ear/eyebrow attachment works very well and like the other blades is a very precise cutter. Especially compared to other rotary versions on the market, like the Remington. It's made for outlining the brow and removing stray hairs, not trimming the entire eyebrow. If you wish to do this, just use the #00 or the #000 beard attachment guide and the regular blade.

This product has a fatal flaw; the trimmer's internals can't handle the torque of the motor and fail within days. Basically the springs that return the blades to their original position during trimming snap off and render the unit useless. It buzzes erratically and that's that.



I purchased my first unit in september and it last for 3 days before the springs snap. My second unit was shipped to me, which then lasted me 2 weeks before the same failure occurred. THe problem is NOT user induced, the trimmer could be left on on a table for 10 minutes a day and the same would occur within a few days.



On a positive note, it trimmed really well while it worked. Battery lasted far longer than anything I've used and it had plenty of power. It's a real shame because i was staring to love this thing.



Dont buy it, try something else or suffer the same result in a few days.

I have had this incredible trimmer for over two weeks. Charged for just over an hour when I received it, it has been running full strength ever since. The claims for the lithium battery are not hype. Wahl has scored big with this model. Its design and execution are superb.



I just wish I hadn't bought all those separate pieces in the past (trimmer, nose clippers, T-blade, etc.). For much less money, I could have bought this unit and had them all. The pieces are easily interchanged, once used to the process, and the components are beautiful designed and engineered to fit perfectly. The blades are highest quality, easily maintained, and the high torque of the motor make them great trimmers.



Wahl could have written a better manual, better describing how to change blades. But with little touble, and a modicum of common sense, the skill is acquired easily. The people who say the blades broke just made a mess of it themselves by forcing. Never a good idea with any piece of equipment. Though well within reason, the unit is not as quiet as a good Andis trimmer, but you get many more options for less money. A fair trade-off in my book. And nobody else has the battery and power of this Wahl.



The shaving attachment is rather amazing, and useful, but don't expect the kind of close shave that a dedicated Norelco will give. It is just for convenience and, considering the cost of this set, a rather nice throw-in -- especially for traveling when you don't want a bunch of extra things to pack and carry.



The comb attachments fit securely and, when used with the trimming blade, do a beautiful, easy job. Again, common sense required.



You may need, or want, a larger clipper for big hair cutting jobs but, for any kind of trim, this is your tool.



PRODUCT UPDATE: One full month after that same one-hour charge mentioned above, this amazing unit is still going strong. No diminishing of power at all. Bought a second unit when price dropped radically one day. - Manscaping - Wahl - Lithium - Beard'

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Strength Training - adjustable ankle weights, weight training

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If you're looking around for some wrist/ankle weights, these are a good choice. Here's what I like the most about them:



-they're adjustable. This is clearly their best feature and saves you having to buy multiple weights of different increments. No need to buy a 1lb weight, then a 2lb weight, and then a 3 as you get stronger on an exercise- with these, you just take out or add what weight you need



-the price is comparable to other cuff weights and a cheap means overall of doing exercises where you need added weight



-they're portable enough that one could throw them in the car when traveling



For me, this is the way to go if you're looking for some cuff weights to go along with your home exercises. A word of caution- while it says "10 lb adjustable weights", that doesn't mean each cuff is 10 lbs- rather each cuff is a made up of five, 1lb cylinders for a total weight of 5 lbs for EACH cuff.



Good for general fitness or home physical therapy exercises, they're a great little product. Also recommend Treat Your Own Tennis Elbow for those looking for a good resource on tennis elbow. Valeo AW10 10-Pound Adjustable Ankle / Wrist Weights

I have also purchased weights called 'The Cuff' & another brand - but they don't compare to the Valeo weights. Not only can you remove individual weight packets from each weight attachment - but the entire design is SUPERIOR: Valeo weights close with a 'D' ring plus velcro straps, so the straps don't stick out (I wore a rubber band around the other designed weights to hold the strap down, lest it catch on something &/or come loose) & the Valeo's are SECURE & SAFE! They stay exactly where I put them around my ankles when I walk through brush, etc. The Valeo's don't twist or loosen, regardless of what I'm doing. I would recommend these over all the just 'wrap around velcro straps' closures, without the 'D' ring design, to everyone considering buying any wrist or ankle weights. Don't waste money on the inferior designs (that actually cost MORE!).

I'm male, 5ft-5in (165cm), 130lbs (60kg). I use these Valeo AW10 weight as ankle weights. I also have similarly designed weights which use cast iron inserts, but for use as ankle weights I prefer these Valeo weights, as the softer inserts are much more comfortable.



When tightened snugly against bare flesh, the 10-lb cast iron ankle weights dig painfully into the top of my foot, and the bones of my ankle. I also wear these Valeo weights "upside-down" so the thick bottom seam doesn't dig into my foot. (Don't worry... the inserts aren't going to "slip out".)



The Valeo AW10 weights fit me snugly enough, but I have them about as tight as they CAN be closed, and the smaller diameter of my ankles is probably similar to an average-sized female, so smaller women may have trouble with them slipping. I don't think anyone smaller than a large male could possibly use these as wrist weights.



Overall, I have been satisfied with the design and construction of these Valeo AW10 Ankle/Wrist weights.

These are terrible...once you take the "weight" out of the pocket, it's virtually impossible to put it back in...the strap broke after i used it twice, and the actual removable weight leaks some disgusting black stuff that got all over my floor...not recommended at all!

I am a cross country runner. In the midst of the season, I decided to get into 5:30 min a mile speed.



In order to do so, I decided on an ankle weight purchase that could help build both strength and stamina.



For my ankle, these are very nice.



---Comfort---



I do not know why people are saying that this is uncomfortable.



Material feels like that of a North Face vest. It feels nice and I feel great jogging with them although



I had to get used to the feeling of extra weight.



---Weight Adjustment---



Adjusting weight is little bit tedious but not as bad as some review points out.



Only thing that bothered me was the strong stickyness of the wrapping belt? which I had a hard time trying to open.



Weights were consisted of sand material, thus, pulling it out and putting it back wasn't that difficult to do.



HOWEVER, I must point out that when you are adjusting weight to 2~4 pounds, you must make sure you positioned it on your ankle so that



it feels balanced. Otherwise, it will feel unbalanced and will move during running in terrains.



---Wrist...---



This is not a wrist weight. You must buy a wrist weight if you want to use it for your wrist.



You could wrap around your wrist, but it will feel awkward.



Also, you cannot have five pound on your wrist because unless your arm is big as body builders, it will not fit in your wrist.



I have a decent sized forearm and four lbs was the maximum weight I was able to tightly fit on my wrist section of forearm.



---Overall Conclusion---



This is a good buy and probably one of the best bang for the buck weights.



Quality feels durable and I felt like I would purchase this product again.



However, I gave it a four star due to poor description (each weight is 5lbs/pair not 10lbs/pair)



and poor usability as a wrist weight.



For ankle weights, this is perfect for any type of trainers, athlete, or regular exercising.

While these weights are okay (and not all that uncomfortable), the write-up and information is very misleading. The weights are billed as 1-5 pound adjustable. There are actually 1/2 pound weight packets and to get 5 pounds you have to wear both belts at one time. Each weight is 2 1/2 pounds max. I was looking for 1-5 pounds for each ankle and this isn't it. If the description had been more accurate, I would have ordered other weights. - Fitness - Weights - Weight Training - Adjustable Ankle Weights'

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Kindle - craptacular, ebook

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Gregory Peck stars as a Madison Avenue executive whose life reaches several crises at once. His wife, Jennifer Jones, is pushing him to make more money and to be more successful, but without losing his ideals or honesty in a business that values neither one of those. His experiences in World War II are coming back to haunt him, and his ownership of his grandmother's house is being challenged by her former servant. Fredric March co-stars as his new boss, a man who put his business before his family, a decision whose consequences he must now live with. There are a lot of lofty ideas being bounced around in this story, and they tend to center around the importance of family and being true to one's self and ideals. Peck is his usual solid self, probably the perfect choice for this kind of role. Jones gets the big emotional scene in the film, and she plays it to the hilt. March gives a very moving, sympathetic performance, while Ann Harding as his distant wife has a couple of good scenes. Although this is very much a film of the Fifties, the basic message of the movie still has its impact today. It's honestly presented, well acted and written, and well worth watching. The Man In The Gray Flannel Suit

Catch the anonymous face in the crowd and consider the bright lights and dark shadows of that fellow's existence. This is Peck's performance in The Man in the Grey Flannel Suit and he is brilliant. Several reviewers have noted "the Look" of the film and its quintessential Fifties style. This is true, I felt I was gaining a peak at a long lost world: Post-war America, advancing economically, but struggling morally. The flashbacks make this half a War movie and give it a shared history with its adult intended audience. This was a time when adult movies did not mean pornography, but dealt with mature themes such as honesty in relationships and integrity in your profession.



Gregory Peck has some great scenes, many in which he doesn't seem to do much. The look on his face on the train when the man in the coat in front of him triggers a repulsive memory from the war is worth pages of dialogue. The uncomprehending shock from when he accidentally kills his best friend is a real tearjerker. I don't know what other American actor at this time could be so effective.



The plot was a surprise to me, I really had no idea this was such an engaging story. The title implies a dull, plodding story, and I have to admit little prior knowledge about this movie except its one of those I'd always heard about. This has got to be one of the best movies out of the Fifties and that is saying a lot. There is poignancy, humor (the kids always glued to the TV and oblivious to the real drama around them), and above all, a slice of life that is absorbing and realistic. This is definitely an overlooked gem needing full DVD glory. Have the popcorn ready, once you start it, you won't want to get off the couch.

This movie showcases great acting, great writing, and a serious, yet entertaining theme. It grapples with serious issues of family,business,ethics,past mistakes, and painful memories in a truly engaging manner. Though it is deeply rooted in the post-WWII fifties, the ideas are timeless. It is at once realistic and redemptive. Watch it with someone you love-it will be a movie you'll both enjoy.

One of the most interesting movies of the 50s, and one which accurately portrays the rarely-approached subject of ordinary men trying to fit in their contemporary workplace. Peck is a little miscast (too tall and striking to possess the "ordinary" quality necessary for the role) and Jennifer could be a little more varied in her characterization (she needs a "light" moment or two) but they are both as usual fun to watch.Peck's interview lunch is one of the best scenes, as is Ann Harding's plea to Frederich March. The other reviewers have not mentioned how the color and Cinemascope really add to the feel of the Fifties , and this cannot be stated enough - see it on a big-inch TV if possible. I think the wardrobe is one of the best in cinema history - it looks exactly as if it came off the racks of the department stores during the period. A great story, and one which anyone who has been employed in the business world as a white-collar worker, and who has aged thru their thirites, will identify with. Recommended.

THE MAN IN THE GRAY FLANNEL SUIT (1956) is writer/director Nunnally Johnson's ambitious film version of the popular 1953 best-seller by Sloan Wilson. It is set in suburban Connecticut and Rockefeller Center, linked by trains full of commuters. One of those commuters is Gregory Peck, who does advertising for one of the big television networks run by his boss, Fredric March. Johnson is setting up contrasts here. Peck is married to Jennifer Jones and has three kids; March is married to 1930's actress Ann Harding and has a daughter named Susie. Both March and Jones seem unhappy at home, happier at work. But Peck is haunted by his past, in the Army in the Pacific in 1945 after World War Two is over in Europe. Peck has an affair with lovely Marisa Pavan, who gives birth to his child. What Peck will do with that Italian child covers the last half hour of the movie.



I like the film a lot because it gives us the clothes and cars and job world of my early childhood in the suburbia of 1950's San Francisco. And the cast is incredible, including Lee J. Cobb, Henry Daniell, Arthur O'Connell, Gene Lockhart, and Keenan Wynn. The brilliant use of CinemaScope, almost all in long shot with characters standing or sitting at opposite ends of the wide screen, is by Charles G. Clarke. A magnificently knowledgeable audio commentary has film scholar James Monaco comparing movie and book constantly, often talking about his own life during this early 1950's period, the cars his father owned and the hats worn, and the stunning use of CinemaScope for a movie that simply could not withstand pan and scan treatment. Maybe that is why it is not shown that often on TV, wonders Monaco; the only network that would always run it letterboxed, Turner Classics, does not own this Fox movie. Thank God for DVD.



THE MAN IN THE GRAY FLANNEL SUIT runs a long 153 minutes, but maintains interest throughout and was a pet project of producer Darryl F. Zanuck. This is from an era when a high-powered Production Chief could dictate that a movie run long to do justice to a long novel. Monaco keeps saying that Jones' wife character is much nicer in the book and does not harp all the time on the quality of life she and Peck have in Connecticut. She seems only a bit too unpleasant on screen for me, and the house they move out of is quite beautiful to me also. That is a director's choice-or maybe Zanuck's choice. Monaco also mentions the kids watching TV a lot in a darkened living room as not being in the book. This is contrasted against a television network office at Rockefeller Center that only has two TV monitors and not the logical three, something I never would have picked up on, like a man wearing the wrong hat or driving the wrong year model car. It is a very illuminating audio commentary by a movie lover and knowledgeable reader for a very good movie. (REVIEWED ON LETTERBOXED DVD.) - Ebook - Kindle Devices - Craptacular - E-reader'

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Camera Filter - 55mm, photography

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I have bought many filters over the years but was surprised at the quality of these filters at such a low price.Among my first pix using the UV filter a picture of a Tiger, head only from about 20 feet away from me. The eyes were crystal clear, a credit to the clarity of the filter. Pictures of Parrots also had clear and saturated colors. Great job for low price filters. Love em. Zeikos ZE-FLK55 55mm Multi-Coated 3 Piece Filter Kit (UV-CPL-FLD)

Build quality of these filters is fine. They need to take the "Multi-Coated" title off these filters. They are NOT multi-coated. In fact they are not "coated" at all. Yes it says it on the box, but, it is not stamped on the filter (MC) and if held to the light at an angle (an easy way to see coating) you can see that there is nothing. Remember people, you get what you pay for. Too bad someone doesn't police these things and make them change it or ban them from Amazon if they won't.

I am surprised for the quality of these filters and for the incredible price. I loved the presentation in a practical and elegant case. I recommend these filters which I use in my Sony Alpha series SLR camera.

I ordered these for my daughter in law. They did not fit the lense we bought them for. I contacted the vendor,the gentleman called me at home to talk with me about the purchase/return. He was beyond helpful. He helped to understand what I needed,gave me information that will benefit purchases in the future. He is sending a replacement at the same cost and sending a postage paid container to mail the other set back. This is not an expensive item but he made me feel like it was important enough to get it right. I so appreciate this type of customer service and rarely receive in the retail world. This company is great! Thank you so much.

This was a suitable starting point for me as an amatuer, the holder and the lenses are good and I do utilize them with good effect, they are reasonably priced and happy with the product and the results.

Very good quality, affordable and it comes with a small bag too. You don't need to buy expensive filter out there, A $90 vs $10 lens, what do you think would make a difference? I'll let you decide on that. You don't need to be smart when it comes to this.

I find this set of filters well made. I like the fact that they came in triple and thus fulfill my various needs. There is also a very nice accompanying case to store the filters. For the price, I think it is a bargain. - Photography - 55mm - Filter - Digital'

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I purchased this unit as my computer doesn't have a mic plug on the front, meaning when I switch between my speakers and using a mike I would have to crawl around behind the computer. I ordered these because of the promise of the usb plug (which Ihave on the front of the computer)



The units themselves are good solid construction with heavyweight usb plug and a microphone boom arm that doesn't look like it will break easily (like some do). Sound quality is good, with an acceptable amount of bass.



The usb thing works exactly as advertised on both XP and Vista. The sounds normally come out of my speakers. There is no software to load and when I plug in the headset, sounds suddenly come out of the headphones, it really is that easy.



I have noticed that when I am in a game such as WOW, that I have to exit the game and restart to have the game recognize the switch.



Unfortunately there is one thing that keeps me from giving it a 5 star rating. After about 2 hours of play I noticed my ears were hurting. The unit has a fairly tight tension and the old-style rubber earpieces and they started to hurt my ears.



The unit works good as advertised and looks like it won't break like so many others, but i will look for a lighter-weight unit with foam ear coverings that hopefully won't hurt my ears. Logitech ClearChat Comfort USB Headset (Black)

I love the Logictech ClearChat headset. The ear pieces are nicely padded, with excellent noise canceling sound. The rigid microphone boom can be lowered or raised, according to whether you want to record/talk or just listen. They work equally well with both Windows and Mac OS X machines, with no driver software required. Because they connect using a USB source, they are strictly for computers, however, and cannot be used with stereo systems or iPods.



Within minutes of opening the box and plugging the connection into a USB slot, I was able to create a high-quality podcast on my Mac using Garage Band, part of the Apple iLife '08 suite. (To hear the sound quality of the podcast, email me or go to my Amazon Connect page on my profile.) My Mac immediately identified the headset as a possible input/output device, although I had to manually change the previous settings to use it. The mute button, located halfway down the cord, works instantly, without any clicks, although it's not always easy to tell whether the blinking red light means the mike is muted (it does) or whether it should be a steady red light.



The sound quality is excellent, although obviously the source and medium can limit the quality. Just as important, the headset is extremely comfortable; I was able to wear the ClearChat for hours without any fatigue or discomfort. The wire leading from the headset to the mute button seems like it might be fragile, so people who walk around while wearing their headsets might encounter problems. All in all, the Logitech ClearChat is an excellent value.

I have had two sets - the USB plug came apart in both models. I repurchased because the comfort and quality of sound are TOP NOTCH! If you will use them on desktop you can't go wrong, but for laptop and travel the USB connection WILL fall apart. I look forward to a new model update that might fix the connection issue.

I've had a lot of headsets, a lot of headphones, and a lot of microphones.



As far as computer use goes, this headset is my favorite. The USB technology is great because it delivers pure digital sound in one connection and one wire. My computer (Windows XP) instantly recognized the headphones and they began working.



One great thing about this headset is that if you want to go back to speakers, you don't have to swap the 3.5mm plugs; you just unplug the headphones and it defaults back to the speakers, and when you plug the headphones back in it switches back to headphones.



The inline volume/mute is useful and it's digital rather than analog.



Now about comfort: these headphones don't look as comfortable as some of the really big cup earphones, but trust me they are far more comfortable. Not only are they soft and plush (leather), but they are so light it's easy to forget your wearing them. I can wear these for hours on end without any discomfort.



On the sound quality: probably the best sound quality you can get for a headset (phone/mic duo) under $100. Because they are USB, the signal is digital rather than analog and there is NEVER any type of static or popping etc. The mic is noise canceling (background noise no longer a problem) and the headphones are very clear and have pretty good range for what they are.



Overall this headset is more what you'd expect to pay around $70 for. They aren't as good for music as my Skullcandy smokin' buds headhphones which I use to listen to my iPhone, but they definitely get the job done for Gaming, Internet Conference/Calling, and General Use (Casual Music Listening, Narrating etc.) for desktops/laptops. Audiophiles definitely won't care much for these because they aren't amplified or high definition, but the casual user will definitely enjoy these headphones.



I also have the Panasonic RP-HTX7PP-K Retro Style Monitor Headphones and the sound quality is about the same, but the comfort and convenience of built in mic makes this headset better.'

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Electronic Music - flip video, usb

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Not much to say about this cable except that it works and is reasonably priced. One end is a USB plug, the other a USB port-like connector, which allows you to plug things into your computer's USB port from a distance of a few feet. I was just looking for a cheap cable that would let me plug a Flip Video camera into my laptop (I figured I was bound to break that side-arm off the camera eventually if I kept plugging it directly into the USB port...no doubt I'd forget about it as I was moving the computer around). Anyway, it works fine for my purposes. Cables To Go 19003 USB A Male to A Female Extension Cable, White (1 Meter/3.28 Feet)

Thank god for Amazon reviews! I got a Flip Video a couple of months ago and had some trouble getting it to work, partly because the software wouldn't upload from the Flip to my computer and partly because I couldn't squeeze in the USB port on the side of the camcorder to the already crowded back panel of my computer. When you look at the accessories page for the Flip, you'll see a cord made specially for the Flip. It gets unbelievably awful reviews, the most common complaint being that it simply doesn't fit. So, based on those almost universally awful reviews, I sought other options. I'm glad I did!



This cord works perfectly with my Flip. I've been somewhat slow to use my Flip, but this cord is one of the things that is going to help me do more. I definitely recommend it as one of the essential items for anyone owning a Flip Video.

On my Dell, access to the USB ports is either in the back under the desk or in the front, under some plastic overhang, and skewed sideways. Either way it was a pain to use for something that you need to plug in and out a lot like an iPod or digital camera. Worse, they are impossible to use with something like the flip video that has a built-in USB plug on a short arm.



So I decided to get an extension cable so that I could plug in anything easily. I checked out Staples and Radio Shack and found $25 minimum for a simple A/A cable. But amazon and Cables-to-go came through with an inexpensive 10 foot cable that simplifies hooking up my peripherals to my computer. (I probably could have gotten away with the 3 foot cable but better to be too long than too short.) I plug in the cable and leave the other end disconnected on top of the PC where it waits patiently to be needed. The cable feels solid and gives every impression of being able to hold up to some abuse. I have used it with my iPod, my digital camera, and my flip video camera without any problems.



Anyone who buys a flip video camera MUST buy either the 10 foot or three foot A/A cable. Everyone else should buy it so that they don't have to struggle to get their iPod or digital camera hooked up. It does the job it is supposed to do, does it well, is solidly built, and is cheaper than anything else I could find. Strongly recommended.



Update (December 2008): I have had it for over a year and have had no problems with the cable. Well worth the price.

I was unable to even find any male/female extension USB cables at my local bricks & mortar stores, and the male/male cables available cost an arm and a leg.

These cables are extraordinarily low priced, arrived in the blink of an eye, fit perfectly, are of heavy construction, and work like a charm.

I couldn't be happier.

My FLIP Camera has a USB port that hangs precariously onto my computer, so I bought these lengthy cables. Now I can set my FLIP Camera on my desk and pass the information through the cable to my computer's USB ports. I don't know why FLIP didn't think of this sooner. No chance of breaking the FLIP USB port anymore. Plus these cables are dirt cheap and very well made!

The cable is just the thing for plugging in your Flip Camera into an otherwise inaccessible USB port. The Flip interface works well for laptops, but not so well withdesktops. Flip has a set of 3 cables for $15, but if you don't have 3 cameras it's kind of redundant. This cable was a fraction of price and works fine. I also bought 2 more for hooking in my peripheral USB devices with longer cables that otherwise would stretch and pull out if I need to remove the computer tower from my desk. An excellent and economical buy.

I ordered 2 of these USB extensions.

With USB 2.0 devices (5 devices tested) one cable worked sometimes and the second cable worked rarely.

With USB 1.1/1.0 devices (USB mice and keyboard) both cables worked fine.



Be warned, these are not high speed cables. - Usb - Cables - Flip Video - Usb Cables'

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Sonicare - power toothbrush

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I was already familiar with the Sonicare Elite and have owned and used it or the Essence for over 5 years. This was a wonderful purchase as a gift for a family of 4 that live on an island and do not have Sonicare readily available, not to mention reliable shipping - so the great price for 2 full brush sets was great for us this Christmas! They report they love the Sonicare as much as my husband and I do. The Essence line is the way to go, according to both of us, as the newer FlexCare gave my husband much trouble and gave completely out within 1 year (please note we travel heavily using these; I think the FlexCare just isn't as hearty as the Elite / Essence). Wonderful brushes overall though!

I don't leave reviews often, but I just had to rave about the Sonicare Essence! First off, when our Oral B Sonic Complete gave out after 3 years I did a ton of research about which electric toothbrush to get to replace it. I decided on this one because of the reviews and the fact that it came with 2 handles AND 2 chargers. Our Oral B had 1 handle so we had to take turns and switch heads, etc...big pain! I mostly used a manual because of it.

I was ecstatic to get my own! yay! The Sonicare feels soooo much better too. It covers more area and the design of the brush (curved bristles) really gets between teeth. After just one use I felt a HUGE difference in my teeth. They felt slick and clean just like a professional cleaning at the dentist. I love the timer too! I only wish it had a 5th segment for tongue cleaning, but I just turn it on again- no problem. Don't hesitate to get this- you won't regret it!

turns out the answer is YES! our dentist recommended this toothbrush but we didn't get them because... well, we thought he was just trying to up-sell us stuff, but then he said: you don't have to get them here but you really do have to get them. they are that amazing. and he was not lying. your teeth feel as clean as if you had just gone to the dentist! the box says that they guarantee a better cleaning next time, and i can see why. totally worth it the money!

I've been using the Sonicare toothbrushes for years and love them. The hygenist who works on my teeth says they are in great shape in terms of absence of plaque and gum flap length. I just ordered the new 'Essence' version, and it seems to hold a charge longer than the others. - Power Toothbrush'

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Headphones - headphones, ear buds

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Note: These have an excellent, no-hassle warranty. Skullcandy will replace them for any reason, whenever - just go to their website, register your product, and fill out the warranty form.



Firstly, I want to mention a few important tidbits that I think you should know.



1. Pay attention to the L and R on these earbuds, which can be hard to see. Do not reverse them, as doing so can affect fit and sound quality.



2. Don't assume you know which gel size will fit you best; make sure you try on all 3 gel sizes that come with these, as using the wrong size can dramatically decrease sound quality and comfort. For myself, I automatically went with the smallest size because my ears are small, but those made the earbuds sound like cheap garbage. It wasn't until I tried the next size up did I get the full quality of sound that these are designed for. So pay attention to this, since it really matters.



3. These have a straight plug, not an L-shaped plug. So you will need to be extra careful as a straight-plug design increases the amount of pressure both on the plug, and the headphone jack of your player. This leads to frayed wires or a loosening of the headphone jack, or both, which ultimately lead to the classic problem of only one side having sound.



4. The cord is long - measures approximately 4 feet, 5 inches.



5. Burn-in works with these. Slightly.





Now, as for the build quality - I'm impressed. They are not cheaply made ear-buds, despite their low price. The wires are nice and solid, and feel very well made - not flimsy or plastic-y. The silicone gels (tips that go in your ear) are very soft and pliable, and even have the Skullcandy logo engraved on them. Nice touch.



They feel good, too. Really good. Both the material, and the way they fit my annoyingly small ears. And they don't fall out constantly, although I do sometimes get the sensation that it's getting sucked into my left ear.



And yes, these come with 3 different size gels.



Sound is great. These handle bass extremely well for mid-tier earbuds, and highs aren't so shrill and piercing as with other comparable brands. Some of this really depends on your player, too. Even between iPods, sound quality does differ.



As far as functionality goes, I find I am able to run with these with no problem. The wires do not get tangled, and you can easily adjust the split in them with an attached slider (that has 'Skullcandy' written on it in the corresponding colour), which I find very convenient. I do not hear this thumping sound that others claim to hear from wire-movement, so I can't confirm that.



The only things I dislike are the straight plug, and the lack of a case. Otherwise, I am thoroughly impressed with Skullcandy. The craftsmanship, the quality of sound, and all the little extras that Skullcandy does that really lets you know that they are paying attention, and that they care about their products and end-users.



Worth every penny. Skullcandy INK'd Paul Frank Earbuds S2INCZ-052 (Light Pink)

Purchased the headphones about a week ago and I'm very pleased. I previously had the JVC Marshmallows and loved those headphones, but one of the earbud sleeves came off and the new JVC's are designed differently so I decided to give these a try. They produce very clear sound with solid bass. I was also surprised by the fit on the silicon caps that come with these. I have a difficult time finding silicon caps that will stay in my ear so I usually stick to foam, but these headphones came with three different sizes of caps and the smallest size fits and stays in without a problem. I will also say that I bought the Comply Foam Tips recently and am currently using those on these headphones (since I already had them) but once these wear out then I will stick with the silicon tips that came with these headphones because they will probably last longer. All in all, great purchase!

I purchased my Skullcandy Ink'd ear buds almost two years ago, and now that I need to lay them to rest I thought I would write a review on them.



First off, don't think that they are cheaply made because mine broke. From what I have been reading, two years is a good deal of time to have working headphones, especially at the low price of under 20 bucks! If I have to say, I provably contributed to the heavy wear of the jack that plugs into my computer (it is in the front of my laptop, so when the computer slides close to my lap the jack gets pinched).



Construction:

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Being my first pair of non-stock earphones, I don't really have much to say in terms of construction, but as previously mentioned they lasted a helluva long time, so that should carry some weight. Speaking of weight, these buds feel light, but not so much that they feel cheap. Even after a couple of years the wires are intact, and I have had no problems with them up until a couple days ago (one ear bud stopped working, probably due to abuse). The only problem I would say has carried any weight in this department has to be the the fact that the rubber coated wires make a noticable sound through the buds when tapped or rustled (almost sounds like a heartbeat). This could probably be fixed with some comply foam tips instead of the stock silicone ones.



Sound Quality:

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I listen to a variety of music genres through these things, and I can safely say that the sound quality is great across the spectrum. Anything from the highs and mids from classical to the deep undulating bass from dub-step can be heard clearly. They might not hold in a battle against some $100+ buds, but for this price they are awesome.



All in all, I am rating the Ink'd buds a 4/5, only because of the sound producing wires (see 'Construction'). If I could give it a 4.5 I would. - Headphones - Bass - Skull Candy - Ear Buds'

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Letter-sized Zipper Pouch - binders, binder

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I have tried everything... standard binders with loose leaf, but they are too bulky, and spiral notebooks, but they are a pain if you need a sheet of paper. THESE ARE PERFECT! They fit easily onto a college desk, with not a lot of overhand like some notebooks. I flip it over and can write all my notes, making me a happy camper page after page, and being able to pull out a sheet for an in class assignment is a cinch. I really do LOVE everything about mine... and wish I could find in stores all year round, but my fave colors only seems to be available in the fall. If you have never been happy with the old options, seriously consider one of these! I will be soon getting probably 3 more, for various reasons. Also the dividers they comes with are AMAZING. Good quality, thick hold alot and are REALLY well designed! Go MEAD!!!! Five Star Flex Hybrid NoteBinder, 1-Inch, Black (72009)

I am a college student who got tired of carrying big 1 inch binders or notebooks around for each class, and switching them out between classes, when I rarely got or needed papers in class. This note binder has given me one small thing to carry around to every class. I really like the style of rings it uses to hold the paper and folders. They are not loud like traditional metal rings (too loud to use much during a lecture) and they are very flexible and don't get bent in my backpack. I recommend this notebinder for anyone who needs the flexibility of a binder and the portability of a notebook in a small, quality package.

For a few years in college, I carried one of these for each class. It is nice and slim until the papers start piling up inside, and takes the better part of a year's worth of major abuse. I wreck the rings of normal binder within weeks of getting them so papers start slipping out the gaps. The notebinder does not have this problem until about a full school year through I typically have one of the rings snap (essentially non-repairable). The pocket dividers that come with these are awesome as well, great for tossing papers in at the end of class, the top tab holds the papers from falling out. If I could afford to buy a new set for all my classes each year, I'd still be using them. I still use the dividers! Top-notch product with a top-tier (student) price, the ease of use of the pull apart rings just has the trade-off of being the weak link in the system.

I was always the type of student who hated binders. Ever since the 8th grade I've noticed that everyone else had binders while I had a folder filled with loose leaf papers. Now that I'm back in college, I went shopping for school supplies and came across this -- it reminded me of my childhood school days when I owned folders with loose leaf papers instead of binders or notebooks.



This is perfect because not only does it resemble a typical folder, it's also light weight and it's more than a folder in one. I love this - it's neat and has a lot of cool pockets/storage, etc. I highly recommend it.

I do a lot of crafts and I'm always collecting projects, notes, techniques, inspirations, etc. I'd been using standard binders, but they only open so far and they take up more space than the contents inside them. These notebinders hold a lot of material and you can fold the front cover all the way back around. And they don't take much more space than the pages inside and neither the covers nor the rings add much weight to it at all.



LOVE these!! - Letter-sized Zipper Pouch - Binder - Binders - Five Star Flex Hybrid Notebinder'

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