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I have two of these and they work great for channel catfish. I have not used them for large blues or caught a flathead on one, but for large channels they hold up nicely. The bait alarm seems gimicky but properly adjusted it has alerted to me to many fish when my back is turned, I'm snelling a hook and not watching, or down the bank putting a fish on the stringer. To make the spincast bait alarm work correctly you have to point the rod tip toward the water so the rod holder needs to be the right kind, not a verticle one. Bass Pro sells a nice bank rod holder that works well with these combos. In 3 years I have had to replace the batteries once on one of the reels (very easy to do), and of course the line should be changed out at least once a year. This is a good combo for beginners and serious fishermen alike, it should not let you down. Zebco HAWG SEEKER/702MH WithBITE ALERT SC Fishing Rod and Reel Combo

got this last week and wow, i was impressed! its hard to judge on the net, but i dont have a local bass pro near me, so i chanced it and im glad i did! the only thing is the batteries were dead in it on arrival, but its only a few bucks to replace it. also the end piece (the half not shown) is yellow. like bright fluorescent yellow lol it was a shock when i opened it, it didnt bother me but i thought it should be mentioned.

Just bought this item and used it over the weekend, works well. If you are contineously casting probably better to turn the alert off could get annoying. The rod is heavier than expected, might not be good for kids or begginers.

This was my first fishing rod. I've already gone on a few trips with it, and it feels great. The spincast is easy to get used to. The length is perfect for what I was looking for. The yellow/green other half not shown in picture is appealing. Comes prespooled with that nice looking red line as well. Downsides are the reel has jammed twice already, and to fix it you have to undo the cover and work on it from the inside. I find the BITE ALERT to be annoying, so I've shut that off as well (take the batteries out while you're at it because if you tap the switch accidentally the sound will still go off.) Still, great rod for a beginner like myself.

Just bought a Zebco rod WithBITE HAWG ALERT SEEKER/702MH SC Fishing Rod and Reel Combo was disappointed by the cane, the salesman told me that the cane was in prefect condition and actually was in very poor condition, apart was not the exact model was very similar, the thread was tangled almost impossible to release at the end I could not use the cane because l mechanism was bad. I recommend not buying from this seller'

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Package comes with two pairs of sole stickers. They're self explanatory--peel and stick on the shoe. They work well. I recommend them. Price was reasonable. It was actually the shipping that was really expensive. (It was at least as much as the product.) So if you see these in a store, get them there. Foot Petals Sole Stopperz Black

The only reason I bought this is because other reviewers said that they came in 2 pairs. So imagine my surprise when I got my package and only found 1 pair. I am sure this product will help with slippery soles somewhat, but completely overpriced and I'd look somewhere else next time.'

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Having had a chance to spend a little time with a review model gives me a chance to share the experience with you a bit early (before my own arrives). I'll take you hands-on with the new model, plus I'll share from my past two years of iPod touch ownership altogether, especially for those who haven't yet owned (or been owned by) one of these mobile gems.



I've also hidden a treasure trove of info on how you can legitimately download tons of quality apps for free. First though, let's quickly cover what's new.



+ Faster 1GHz A4 Processor - to keep up with the high demands of multitasking

+ Ultra high resolution "Retina display" - packs a 960 x 640 resolution at 326 pixels per inch

+ 15% larger battery - 3.44 Whr/930 mAh plays 7 hrs of video & 40 hrs of audio

+ Rear-facing camera - supports 960 x 720 sized photos (0.6 megapixels), plus 720p HD videos

+ Front-facing VGA-quality camera - VGA-quality is a resolution of 640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)

+ 3-Axis Gyroscope - allows for higher precision and more motion gestures

+ Wireless N - Connect faster and go farther than ever, with this WiFi device (requires a router with 802.11n)

+ Built in microphone - but Apple reverted back to using the remote- and mic-less earphones

+ Game Center - Apple's own social gaming platform

+ Sleep/Power Button - it's been moved to the right, but not improved beyond that

+ Thinner, lighter than ever

* Note - Memory remains at the same 256MB despite several unconfirmed sources touting 512MB. There's also no vibrate module.



Unlike last year's iPod touch update, this one's a complete overhaul to the entire line. Last year, the new models didn't change in appearance. On the inside, faster processors and double-memory were added to the 32GB & 64GB models, but the 8GB got left out. Not this time. Buying the new 8GB iPod touch indeed gets you all the new goodies. You'll also pay thirty bucks more than before, so consider buying the 32GB model instead. You'll get 400% of the storage capacity for only 23% more coin!





===== Background =====



I'm a mobile app developer who's created a few apps and games for the iPhone, iPod Touch and now iPad. I was initially drawn to the iPod touch because of the popularity and capabilities of its mobile Web browsing--I was primarily a Web developer at the time and no other device could surf the Web so well. After I got one, I was hooked. I racked up over a hundred bucks in app purchases within the first month, and before long, I found myself learning how do develop native apps for the device.



Indeed, if you have never had an iPod touch before, you're in for a real treat. Of course, if you have, then you know first hand: it's is worth its weight in gold--no, in platinum. And now, with the latest generation, it may even be worth its weight rare gem stones! I digress.





===== Out With the Old =====



The iPod touch is frequently called an iPhone without the phone. However, until now there have been several other features also missing in the iPod touch besides the phone: a camera, GPS, magnetometer (compass), and some newer amenities from the iPhone 4: front-facing camera, high resolution "Retina display" as it has been dubbed, and the powerful 1GHz A4 processor--indeed a necessity to keep up with multitasking.



That all changes, now. The 4th gen iPod touch brings with it some new features and amenities, some of which have been anticipated by iPod touch fans and developers alike, including myself, for several generations of the device. From a developer's perspective, the more hardware features we can get our hands on, the better and more innovative apps we can create, and the more users that can download, use and enjoy them.





===== In With the New =====



The striking new design of the latest iPod touch is definitely a looker. Apple has made it even thinner (and I thought it was already too thin before) complete with a beautiful chrome back. While the super thin design is certainly attractive, I've found it slightly difficult to keep it well-gripped in your hands. The usual chrome back looks great too, but it's scratch-insistent. Yes, it's incredibly easy to scratch it all up, even after the first few days. For these two reasons, definitely get yourself a silicone skin (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0042GVG5G?tag=1pod-20&ie=UTF8) alongside your new touch!



For ages, the feature topping everyone's wishlist for the iPod touch has been a camera. Check! It handles HD video too--bonus! Granted, its not the 5 megapixel camera that the iPhone 4 sports, but again, the new iPod touch is thinner than ever, making it a miracle that we even got a camera in the first place, let alone two! Yes, Apple went the extra mile so we could make video calls with our iPhone toting friends, via their FaceTime app. Brilliant! So, having not had any camera on the iPod touch before, and now having TWO cameras on it, we can't really complain can we? Nah.



I'll have details on the quality both cameras later, but what excites me even moreso is the new much-higher resolution screen--dubbed "Retina display". You may not think much of it if you haven't used an iPhone or iPod touch before, nor have an older model nearby to compare it to, but for those that have and/or do, the difference is clear! (pun intended)



Where this really comes in handy is in browsing the Web and reading non-mobile-formatted PDF e-books. Now, I can see things so much clearer at the default zoom level (which shows the full width of a Web page or document). My vision isn't spectacular by any means, I just don't mind seeing things smaller on the screen. It allows me to see more content without having to scroll. Indeed, the Retina display was the #1 feature I never knew I wanted (until I saw it in the iPhone 4 that is).



Other newness includes: 15% larger battery, HD video recording and editing, built-in mic, wireless-n for nearly double the WiFi connection speed and distance, Game Center: Apple's new social gaming platform (which seems to be Apple's attempt to kill-off third party social gaming platforms like OpenFeint and Plus+), 3-axis gyroscope sensor, which complements the existing accelerometer sensor, both of which handle the rotating, swinging and other motion gestures of the device (previously, rotation were roughly calculated from accelerometer data), and new placement of the sleep/power button on the right (but still as difficult as ever to press).



Features still missing include: 512MB of memory, vibration, 5 MP quality camera + flash (iPhone apps now support using LED flash as a flashlight, like Android does), magnetometer (compass), and the GPS. I'd happily trade the thinness of the latest iPod touch to have the GPS. WiFi based location is often inaccurate, and the GPS doesn't need a WiFi or cellular connection, it just needs to see the satellites in the sky.





===== iOS vs Android =====



So far, Apple has cornered the market of multitouch mobile devices that aren't phones, but things are slowly changing. Currently, the two hottest mobile and smartphone operating systems out there right now are Apple's iOS (formerly: iPhone OS) and Google's Android. Of course, iOS is popular because it runs on not only the iPhone, but also on the iPod touch and now on the ipad as well. Plus, it has garnered support from scores of app developers who've gotten behind Apple's slew of high-demand devices.



The iPod touch has really made iOS what it is today. It does a lot of what the iPhone does, without a contract, or carrier exclusivity, as is the case with the iPhone and the iPad (WiFi+3G models). So if it weren't for the iPod touch, a lot of the market share Apple now has in the industry would have been stifled by their carrier exclusivity. I think Apple will see the light soon, but that's another discussion.



Enter Android. Google has held a different stance on their mobile OS. It isn't tied to a select few devices, and it's open source, so it can be further developed by manufacturers who use it. Indeed, several mobile device manufacturers have now latched onto Android as a foundation for numerous devices. Wireless carriers that have been unable to carry the iPhone have also taken a liking to it. Now, tons of Android devices have been released, and there's no end in sight. Manufacturers have also seen the iPad's potential and now they want a piece of that pie, too. So, expect to see a lot more Android tablets and media-centric non-phone devices soon. The competition is heating up.



But not everything with Android, nor with iOS, is perfect. I own an EVO 4G, one of the most popular Android devices currently available. I've also used an iPod touch almost every day for nearly two years, so I'm pretty qualified to share my experience with each platform. Both certainly have their share of unique offerings, and neither of them are without flaws. For this reason, and because of the increasing competition between the two, I plan to dispel some of their key differences for you at various points in this review.





===== So What Can the iPod Touch Actually Do? =====



Well, what can't it do?



The iPod touch is like a magical little box, only it's flat. While it cannot cook your breakfast, yet (I'm sure someone is already working on that), it can indeed do some pretty extraordinary things. It's an amazing catch-all device that can provide hours of entertainment, give you the power of the Web in your hand, and it can even replicate the functionality of countless one-off products. Developers have been creating apps that take advantage of special hardware of the iPod touch to emulate some other product for less, and sometimes even for free.



Even expensive products have seen cheap iOS based clone apps. For just 99 cents, you can snag a special alarm clock app that monitors your sleep cycle and wakes you up when you're in an ideal state of wakefulness. I spent 350 bucks on an aXbo

(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014RDSSY?tag=1pod-20&ie=UTF8) a few years ago, who's functionality is easily replicated by several "sleep phase" alarm clock apps in the app store. When you do the math there, you see that it's easily a no brainer: buy yourself an iPod touch now!



I've listed more apps like this in the comments!



Plus, with the support of such a strong community of app and game developers, there's never a drought of fresh new apps and games. There's always something to do with the iPod touch, and I guarantee you'll never be bored with it. I honestly cannot say the same thing about Android, though I also tote my EVO 4G around with me. I do admit that the EVO's mobile hotspot comes in incredibly handy for providing the iPod touch with a WiFi connection while I'm on the go).



Now, with the proper resources, you can legitimately download thousands of high quality apps for free. I do it all the time and it is perfectly legal. See, Apple allows developers to temporarily put their apps on sale (and even drop the price to free). Usually they do this to get you to write some rave reviews for their apps. The secret to success is having the resources to help you spot these special app sales--so you know when and where to get them during their sometimes extremely-limited-time promotions.



In hopes of making this the most helpful review on Amazon for the iPod touch, here's how to obtain these special promotional-sale apps:



There are several resources you can use, both on the Web and on the iPod touch itself. I prefer to use the app called BargainBin that lists all apps that recently went on sale or dropped to free. It also supports watch lists with push notifications, and can alert you whenever an app you're interested in goes on sale. It's a phenomenal little gem, and it has gotten me a ton of apps and saved me a fortune! It also has a companion website that lists the same apps (Google: App Advice). There's also a website called AppShopper (Google it) that lists apps with recent price drops and new apps as well, and you can filter just the free products or just the sale products. The two sites don't always list the same apps. Sometimes one will miss something that the other will catch, so it's good to keep track of them both. Check them daily if possible. Several apps are duds, but you'll come across some really great ones from time to time. They'll all add up!





===== Web Browsing =====



Alongside spending lots of money on all those wonderful apps in the App Store, Web browsing is one of the most popular uses for the iPod touch. Browsing the Web with mobile Safari was my original attraction to the device. The experience hasn't changed too drastically in the past two years (since the days of iOS 2), and while it's still very powerful, there are some definite flaws. And no, I'm not talking about Flash. Just minor usability issues I'd like to see overcome, but first let's look at the positives.



Mobile Safari has a smart approach to zooming in on content. Double-tap on a paragraph of text or an image to cinch that content right up to the edges of the screen. The downside: some sites aren't mobile-friendly, so zooming in on a really wide block of text can leave you with tiny text. You can zoom further manually, by using the "unpinch" multi-touch gesture, but because the browser doesn't have an option to reflow the text to the screen width, you have to scroll left and right, as well as up and down, just to read the text. Android's browser doesn't feature smart zoom, but it does reflow the text to fit the screen when zoomed in. It's a nice feature, and Apple should add it as a preference for Safari.



Browser history can also vanish after a few days, and browser windows get overwritten by links from other pages sometimes (usually when I've hit the maximum of eight windows). Also yet to be seen is support for doing common things like searching for text on a page, or bookmarking a link by tapping and holding. That would be invaluable for adding bookmarklets--bookmark based scripts that help overcome browser shortcomings.



Flash is also a great debate, one I won't get into. I will just say that all is not as it seems with the Flash-support-touting Android platform. Flash does work, but it is buggy because Flash doesn't play well with touch interfaces. Flash based video players don't work right, and I even run Android 2.2, which is supposed to have the "full Flash experience". It doesn't, trust me. So you're not missing much by not having Flash on the iPod touch!



Indeed, we can just hope and pray that Web developers and Flash-fiends see the light and start replacing Flash content with technologies like HTML5's canvas element, which is poised to take on a lot of Flash's most popular abilities.





===== Media =====



Despite all the incredible things the iPod touch can do, audio and video are still one of the iPod touch's greatest strengths. And with the incredible resolution of the new iPod touch's retina display, to say that videos now appear much sharper, more vivid and highly-defined is definitely an understatement. Yes, videos were great before, but now they frickin' rock!



Just make sure your videos are at least 960 x 640. If you've owned an older iPod touch and used video conversion software to scale down your media to fit the old 320 x 480 screen resolution, definitely change your conversion settings, or look for a software update to support the new higher-resolution display.



For those interested in watching live TV on the go (over WiFi), Sling Media's SlingPlayer app, paired with one of their Slingbox devices is a phenomenal and freeing experience, especially considering your alternate choices for watching live TV on the go are pretty much nil up to this point.



On top of that, Netflix's recently released iPod touch version of their media streaming app has also been a much-welcomed addition to my ever-growing collection of apps. Netflix videos stream quickly, and even moving the play position back and forth in the timeline, the movie starts playing very quickly without much time rebuffering the video.





===== Photos =====



The latest iPod touch is also a game-changer for photography and video recording on an iPod touch. It's not mind-blowing by any means, but we went from having no camera right to having two cameras on the device. I probably would not be so thrilled with just a new back camera. I merely would have sighed, mumbling "finally" under my my breath (unless it were 5 megapixels). But despite the less-than-one megapixel quality of the rear-facing camera, I was taken aback by the rather decent quality, especially in low-light environments. Check the comments for links to sample photos!



Between that and the ability to connect with other iPhone and iPod touch toting friends via Apple's FaceTime app, yes... it's a game changer. Granted, I have been wanting front facing cameras on mobile devices ever since mobile devices started having cameras period. I got the first of such devices when my EVO 4G arrived in June, but as they say: the more the merrier. Friends, welcome to the future we've been dreaming of. Video killed the audio call!



The quality of my test calls were pretty good. Of course, it was over WiFi, but it proves the cameras are decent. You can switch from using the front camera to using the rear camera, too, in case something was going on in front of you that you wanted to share. Just tap the "camera swap" button in the bottom right corner of the screen. FaceTime also rotates along with the iPod when flipped on its side, nice.



HD video recording is the other half of the aforementioned game-changing equation. I didn't expect to see ANY video recording, considering the original iPhone camera was originally just a camera. But it's here, complete with HD quality (yes, the quality is indeed desirable), plus basic video editing support, as well as support for Apple's brilliant "iMovie" app: an advanced video editing studio right on your iPod touch. It's just five bucks on the App Store.





===== E-Reading =====



The iPad has been making waves in the genre of media reading for several months now, but that hasn't exactly been the same story for any generation of the iPod touch so far. Granted, it's not exactly marketed as an eReader like its iPad counterpart, but there are some really great apps out there for media reading on it, so there's no reason not to use it to read digital media. The obstacle to doing that, for me at least, has been the limited screen resolution, and so that may all potentially start to change, now that Apple has brought the Retina display to the iPod touch.



The 163 pixels per inch screens of past iPod touches were still pretty great, just not ideal for tiny text. For comparison, LCD monitors typically only have 96 pixels per inch, and CRT monitors only have 72 pixels per inch. TV's are even worse than that. What this means for you is that the iPod touch display has always been sharper than your own computer monitor.



However, despite being able to display content at a higher quality, I still found that in a lot of eBooks, especially PDFs that weren't mobile-formatted, the text was just not clear enough to be readable when zoomed out. However, zooming in meant having to constantly scroll side-to-side while reading. The app "Good Reader" helped ease that pain by doing the left-right & vertical scrolling for you with just a tap of the screen, as well as offering an additional view that re-flows the text to fit on the screen at a large enough size.



However, with the Retina display, all text and content in the aforementioned "zoomed out" state now appears extremely clear. That is a wonderful thing, so long as you don't mind reading tiny text.



Could you still benefit from having an iPad too? Perhaps. After all, it does have unique qualities that set it apart from the iPod touch, as my in depth iPad review portrays (http://www.amazon.com/review/R16U71KO7POLA2?tag=1pod-20&ie=UTF8). But unless you specifically see the need for one of those unique qualities, then no, you probably don't need both.





===== Gaming =====



If you're like me, you probably don't have time for games. Regardless, it may still be high-time to let the kid within you roam free from time to time, as I do. The iPod touch has made it possible. In fact, it is so easy, there's no excuse not to enjoy yourself. My favorite games are the racing games and, when I have a bit more time, strategy games.



With the iPhone and iPod Touch having taken on a clear role as a gaming console that has been as revolutionary for mobile gaming as the Wii was for living-room gaming, it goes without saying that the iPod touch is, and will continue to be, one of the best platforms for gaming. It's simple, convenient, and pretty much instant. Whenever you have a few moments of free time, wherever you're, just turn it on, find your game, and bam! You're gaming. Simple as that.





===== Productivity =====



Productivity carries numerous definitions. Usually its "getting something done" though some people tend to believe that it's the ability to focus without being distracted, which I see as one of the iPod touch's strengths, at least for me, primarily because the screen is small enough to force you to focus on the task at hand.



In the context of software though, Apple's own suite of productivity apps for the office, collectively called "iWork", has been further refined for the iPhone and iPod touch. Because of the aforementioned "focus factor" of the iPod touch, I have found myself to be surprisingly productive when working on documents with it. There are three apps in all: Pages allows you to work on word processing documents. Numbers allows you to work on spreadsheets. Keynote lets you work on presentations and slideshows (including PowerPoint files).



So far, I've found these apps to be highly useful when I have work to do, but don't feel like being at the computer to do it. Another great app for that is "iTeleport" which let's me at my computer remotely, when iWork won't work (meaning I'm not working on office documents). Log Me In Ignition is another similar app that is slightly easier to set up, but a bit slower than iTeleport, when you're just working over the same WiFi connection as the remote computer.



Furthermore, there's a whole category of iPod touch apps in the App Store specifically dedicated to productivity. Some of my favorite productivity apps include: Bento (info management), Things (project management), iTeleport (remote computing), and GoodReader (best PDF reader around). Search for them in the App Store.





===== Email, IM and Social Networking =====



The iPod touch has been, and continues to be an exceptional communication-machine. Whether it's reading or composing email, keeping in touch via instant messenger, or managing your life via social networks, you've got plenty of options here.



Instant messaging is easy with platforms such as AIM, Yahoo, Gtalk, MSN, Skype and apps that handle multiple platforms: IM+, Fring, Nimbuzz, BeejiveIM and Fuse Messenger. Finally, multitasking means you can truly remain connected to your IM platforms of choice, instead of relying on apps to keep you signed remotely, then push new-message notifications to your device. This is a much welcome addition to the new iPod touch.



As well, there are plenty of apps to help you browse and update your status on social networks like Facebook, Twitter, etc. Within the iOS development community, Twitter apps have often been a laughing stock, simply because there are so many out there on the App Store. They're almost as rampant as "fart" apps. So to say you've got countless options as far as social networking apps are concerned is probably a pretty accurate statement.



For email, you need not look any further than Apple's native "Mail" app. Even if you're using Gmail, Yahoo, AOL, or Apple's own MobileMe, setup is a snap. It even supports Microsoft Exchange, often useful for corporate email setups. As well, any other email accounts that support POP3 or IMAP connection types will work with the Mail app too. Plus, new to the iPod touch with iOS 4 is the option to use a unified inbox--handy for those already used to that behavior on Mac OS X.





===== Downloading Apps and Games =====



Downloading apps on your iPod touch couldn't be easier. Once you set up your iTunes account with a credit card, all you need to do is find the app you want, tap the download button (usually it says the price rather than "download", which then changes to "buy" after you tap it), then tap again to confirm. Voila, you just bought an app. Behind the scenes, Apple then charges your card the amount of the app plus tax, while you're already off enjoying your new purchase. This ease of access is a blessing and a curse, because you can easily empty your wallet if you're not carefully considering each purchase.



All apps in the App Store range in price from Free and 99 cents on up, always incrementing in whole dollar amounts (1.99, 2.99, 3.99, etc). The maximum price for an app is set to $999.99, of which there are only eight currently priced so outrageously. And don't even think of toying with them. Apple does not allow refunds on apps you have purchased--all sales are final!



Contrast that with Android's more complex Android Market, and you'll find several more steps, especially for paid apps. For one, there're no fixed pricing tiers, and secondly, they allow multiple currency pricing, which only confuses its users. The good developers do keep their pricing similar to iOS apps, with the 99 cent base plus $1 increments, but I often see apps priced at ¥0.55 or 0.79 or $1 or £2.95 ...it's quite disorienting and unstructured. They have also set their price cap at $200, so you can't accidentally run up a $1000 charge on just one app--you'll need at least 5 apps for that. ;)



Meanwhile, to actually buy an app on Android, you must tap the BUY button, confirm that you want to buy the app, then get redirected to a Google Checkout link, where you must setup your Google Checkout account or choose an existing payment method if you already have an account set up. Once you confirm the purchase yet again, THEN you can finally download the app.



Google also makes selling apps a bit more complicated for developers than Apple, but I won't get into that. I'm just stressing how absolutely simple Apple makes the app buying and selling process. Contrary to Apple however, Google does allow users to "return" purchased Android apps within 24 hours for a full refund. That's nice.





===== Technical Specifications =====



Since Amazon's product descriptions tend to be lacking, I like to include all the technical jargon geeks have come to expect when researching new gadgets. Feel free to breeze on through!



In the box

+ iPod touch

+ Earphones

+ Dock Connector to USB Cable (for sync and charging)

+ Quick Start guide



Size and weight

+ Height: 4.4 inches (111.0 mm)

+ Width: 2.3 inches (58.9 mm)

+ Depth: 0.28 inch (7.2 mm)

+ Weight: 3.56 ounces (101 grams)



Capacity

+ 8GB, 32GB or 64GB flash drive/SSD



Wireless

+ 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz only)

+ Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR

+ Maps-location based service

+ Nike + iPod support built in



Display

+ Multi-Touch display

+ 3.5-inch (diagonal) widescreen

+ 960-by-640-pixel resolution at 326 pixels per inch



Cameras, photos, and video

+ Video recording, HD (720p) up to 30 frames per second with audio; still photos (960 x 720) with back camera

+ VGA-quality photos and video up to 30 frames per second with the front camera

+ Tap to control exposure for video or stills

+ Photo and video geo tagging over Wi-Fi



TV and video

+ H.264 video up to 720p, 30 frames per second, Main Profile level 3.1 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats

+ MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats

+ Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format

+ Support for 1024 by 768 pixels with Dock Connector to VGA Adapter; 576p and 480p with Apple Component AV Cable; 576i and 480i with Apple Composite AV Cable (cables sold separately)



Audio

+ Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz

+ Audio formats supported: AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV

+ User-configurable maximum volume limit with parental lock

+ Earbud headphones included in box



Earphones

+ Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz

+ Impedance: 32 ohms



Input and output

+ 30-pin dock connector

+ 3.5-mm stereo headphone minijack

+ Built-in speaker

+ Microphone

+ External buttons and controls



Sensors

+ Three-axis gyro

+ Accelerometer

+ Ambient light sensor (for proximity detection)



Battery, power and playback time

+ Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery

+ USB sync cable is also used for charging

+ Fast charge in about 2 hours (80% capacity)

+ Full charge in about 4 hours.

+ Music playback time: Up to 40 hours when fully charged

+ Video playback time: Up to 7 hours when fully charged



System requirements

+ USB 2.0

+ iTunes 10 or later

+ Mac: Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later

+ PC: Windows 7, Vista, or XP (SP3 or later)





===== Praise =====



+ Apple continues its trend of creating the best multi-touch experience around. Android doesn't even come close.

+ The Retina Display - Phenomenal! Kudos for bringing it to the iPod touch as well as the iPhone. Now try it with IPS technology Apple!

+ Wireless-N, finally! - Faster and farther-reaching WiFi connections (if your router supports 802.11n)

+ High performance 1GHz A4 processor - provides all the power of the iPhone 4, a win for gaming and multitasking.

+ Multitasks like a dream with iOS 4 and the powerful processor, despite the same 256MB of memory as the third generation touch.

+ Rear camera - It's not the 5 megapixel iPhone 4 camera, but I definitely can't complain here. It shoots great photos, especially in low-light without flash, plus it can do HD video.

+ Front facing camera - What a pleasant surprise! Now it just needs to work with Skype.





===== Dissappointments =====



+ No GPS - IP based location just doesn't cut it at times. GPS has no subscription fee or contract to use. GPS chips are costly, but tons of high cost GPS apps are in the App Store now to offset that cost for Apple.

+ 256MB memory - iFixit has confirmed this disappointing flaw, putting to rest all the rumors of 512MB still littering several reviews.

+ Still no 120GB model - Useful for higher res videos that look great on the Retina display.

+ No USB 3.0 or wireless sync - Sync'ing can be slow or inconvenient over the cable.

+ Thinner design - I was hoping for a more squared design, like the iPhone 4, as it is easier to grip, handle and press the power button.

+ Power button - Yes, it hasn't changed much. It's been moved to the right side on this model, but it's still the tiny, hard-to-press button it's has always been, and if you take lots of screenshots like I do (by pressing power+home simultaneously) half the time you end up closing your app because the power button didn't work right.





===== The Bottom Line =====



It is absolutely clear: Apple has definitely blurred the lines between iPhone and iPod touch with its 4th generation of both devices. Since it has no contract or carrier exclusivity, this phenomenal device will continue to shine its light in the otherwise dark voids of the smartphone market where the iPhone cannot go, even without the phone. That's just smart!



Given all my tips, I think you'll find the iPod touch to be an extraordinarily useful, possibly even highly addictive device, with a price tag that is well worth it, especially the 32GB model. With all the things that the iPod touch can do, it will undoubtedly enhance your life and change the way you interact with the Web. It might even make a gamer out of you if it hasn't already, it sure did for me!



I hope you've found my hands-on review helpful. I do actively participate in any discussions via the comments, so feel free to drop me a line, or ask me any questions as well. :) Apple iPod touch 8GB (4th Generation) - Black - Current Version - Ipod - 8gb - 4th Generation - Apple'

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Yoga Mats Strap

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I like that the straps are adjustable, I have a thick mat; and the straps work fine. The buckles appear to be a little on the flimsy side, but they haven't broken yet (I've been using it for about 2 months now). Bought 4 of them for stocking stuffers for friends/family who do yoga. About what I expected for the low price. (Price/piece)GOGO™ 32 inch Yoga Mat Harness Strap, Yoga Mat Carrying Strap (Just Strap, Not Mat!)

This strap is plain, functional, and works just fine - as I expected. I like the adjustable straps that go around the mat. If I want to roll my towel up in the mat to carry home, I can adjust the strap and do that. Seems sturdy and with appropriate use should last a long time.

It's just a canvass strap with ajustments for mat width and strap length. Simple, easy to use, and worth the price. I am a bit concerned how well the clasps (that go around the mat) will hold up over time, as they're made out of pretty cheap looking plastic. Otherwise, it's pretty good.

I really wanted a way to carry my yoga mat on my walk to class, or on my commute via public transit. I didn't want anything big or bulky, since I already have a gym bag. This was exactly what I needed, and just the right price.

This is exactly what I had been expecting when I placed my order. It's easy to use and I have no complaints. I carry my 1/4 inch thick mat using this strap (and I double fold the mat before rolling it so that it stays clean which makes it twice as thick!) and have had no issues. Works great!'

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Mobile One - full synthetic, lubricants

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This is the best oil out there for the regular driver who wants maximum protection for the car's engine. A little research brought me to the Mobil 1 Extended Performance line of Synthetic oils when searching for a product that could allow me more time between oil changes. Mobil 1 EP allows a 15,000 mile/1 year guaranteed life of the product. I have been using this in combination with their Mobil 1 filters for years. The cost is higher, but I only need to change the oil once a year!



Originally developed for aerospace, synthetic oils became commercially available in the 1960's. Some technical advantages Synthetic Oil has over Conventional Oil are [from Wikipedia]:



- Measurably better low and high temperature viscosity performance

- Better chemical & shear stability

- Decreased evaporative loss

- Resistance to oxidation, thermal breakdown and oil sludge problems

- Extended drain intervals with the environmental benefit of less oil waste.

- Improved fuel economy in certain engine configurations.

- Better lubrication on cold starts



By using a Synthetic oil not only will your engine be able to perform better, but it can also extend the engine life. I HIGHLY recommend use for those with more severe or high demand driving conditions. Mobil 1 44976 Extended Performance 5W-30 Motor Oil - 1 Quart, Pack of 6

From having worked in the petroleum industry test industry, I learned from our customers that Mobil 1 has been the pioneer and the performance benchmark for synthetic lubricants.



From personal experience, I have used this product in my vehicles, both classic and contemporary, for more than fifteen years or easily 2 million miles without an engine failure.

Amazon is my source for buying so many things, and I am a satisfied user, but we do still need to check locally. Mobil 1 oil is on a promotional sale at Advance Auto -5qts plus free Mobil 1 filter($10)for $30. Of course, it's an excellent oil with the EP version permitting 15,000 miles or 1 yr(I wouldn't really go that far myself)between changes. It can be economical to use since less oil changes can more than make up for the additional cost of this synthetic oil.

I have been using Mobile 1 Extended Performance 5w-30 in both my BMW and my Toyota for the last several years. Mobile 1 is recommended and original equipment in my BMW and has been great in the Toyota. I only drive each vehicle about 7-8k miles per year, but have had no problems going 12 months before changing. I also like the fact that less frequent oil changes are better for the environment. The extra cost of full synthetic oil is well worth it.

I've used Extended Performance for over 2 years in a truck and a car. It works great and we haven't had any oil related issues with either vehicle. It really will run 15,000 miles clean. Make sure to get a good oil filter.

My father was a Mobil dealer for over 40 years, and I began using Mobil 1 oil when it first came out. He was also an excellent mechanic, and he taught me the trick to getting the most out of your synthetic oil...



Continue to change your OIL FILTER at 6,000 mile intervals. Keep a quart handy to top off after the filter change. No exaggeration: my 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT went 20,000 miles between Mobil 1 changes. I drove that car vigorously. In that time, only 2 filter changes and 1 quart added (the Eclipse uses a small filter).



My 06 Ram requires an oil change every 3500 miles like clockwork. Delay, and I start hearing the lifters tick. Next change will be Mobil 1, which I have hesitated on because 7 quarts of the stuff is pricey, and my father is no longer around to discount me.



If you live in northern US or Canada, consider the 0W-40 formula.



Another piece of advice. Do not store this oil for long periods of time in a location that is subject to sub-freezing temperatures. It will eventually separate, and you will find a white sludge at the bottom of your quart.



Believe the hype. Mobil 1 exceeds its advertising if properly used.

I ordered this Oil and a Purolator PL20195 PureONE Oil Filter, Pack of 1 from Amazon on August 12. It was estimated to be delivered on August 16.It is now September 2nd and I still have not received the package. The UPS web site says a shipping label was created and they are waiting for the package. I could not find a way to contact amazon so I am leaving this review so someone at amazon will contact me and resolve this problem.

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Video Editing Software - video, pinnacle

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I'll keep this short ... despite a bad review on Amazon, I bought this product. I received it promptly, I installed the highly regarded Pinnacle Studio v14 software FIRST, on my computer, AS INSTRUCTED. I connected the Canon DV tape camcorder to the Dazzle with the 'AV Out' cable that came with the camcorder originally, plugged the Dazzle into a front-mounted USB port on the computer, launched Studio, and imported 6 year old video from tape to disk by simply hitting the 'play' button on the camcorder ... I have a lot more work to do for video editing, but this beats the HELL out of installing a machine specific capture card. I can't think of a simpler way to capture tape-based video. You can pick from a variety of file outputs, I used AVI and I'll probably experiment more and use whatever burns to DVD the best for HD tv viewing. I was dreading the pain of capturing old video, but this has made it much easier than I expected, at a very reasonable cost considering the hardware/software package you get. In fact, it works well enough that I'm willing to stick with my DV tape camera for a while longer. More importantly I have old but good quality video of family, dogs and fun that I can now capture and save to DVD. Dazzle Video Creator Plus HD

Well I purchased this product a few days ago for recording montages and such off my xbox 360. The installation was easy and only took a few minutes. When I recorded my first gameplay from my xbox 360. I had fames dropped and experienced a ton of audio lag, which was a major problem. I messaged pinnacle studios and they help me out a ton although they take forever to respond in the live chat. But after I changed a few settings in Studio 14 HD it works phenomenally. Another great feature of this product is the Pinnacle Studios 14 HD is very easy to use and is way better then windows movie maker and it has some great features (watch the tutorial videos they show you some cool features). It is definitely a great product and overall I give it 4 stars. I would give it 5 stars, but I do experience audio lag occasionally when I am recording from my xbox 360.

The Dazzle "HD" is a joke. It's the same device as the previous Dazzle. They just threw in the "HD" part to trick consumers. The HD part only reflects the program it comes with. Yes, the program "Pinnacle Studio" is HD, but the Dazzle itself does NOT capture HD quality video.



The only way it can capture HD quality video is if it is wired through Component cables or HDMI. The dazzle offers none of it. It only offers S-Video and Composite...Which do not provide HD quality videos...

I purchased this package so that my son could record from his Xbox and learn some video editing. When it arrived, I installed the software and tested it with my video camera to make sure it was working properly. The install seemed to go fine on a Windows 7 laptop - I plugged in the hardware, the drivers installed, and the device was recognized. When I started up the Pinnacle Studio HD software the Dazzle showed in the list of available "Import From" devices; however, when I tried to import, I got an error stating "failed to get video from device".



I contacted their customer support via chat (that transcript is below), when that didn't work out I asked how I could contact a supervisor and was given the general support number. When I called that number they stated that a "service code" is required to speak with someone on the phone. I entered the service code that was included with my software and was told that it was invalid. This stuck me in an endless loop and I had to hang up and call back.



When I called back I wanted to see if I could speak with someone, anyone, without a valid service code - that is apparently not possible. The rep I was chatting with online offered to give me a new code if I scanned and sent him a copy of the receipt, but at this point I was 45 minutes in and extremely frustrated...



After I had hung up the phone and closed down the chat, I received an e-mail stating:



"Recently you requested personal assistance from our on-line support center. Below is a summary of your request and our response. We will assume your issue has been resolved if we do not hear from you within 5 days. Thank you for allowing us to be of service to you."



I replied to that e-mail noting that the issue had not been resolved, etc and immediately received a reply from a "noreply" address that simply said "List has no rows for assignment to SObject".



So I am left to vent here... Pinnacle apparently does not want to hear my complaints or fix the problem, so the best I can hope that others don't suffer this frustration. Needless to say, I will not purchase any products from Pinnacle again.







Here is the transcript of my chat session:



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Please wait while we find an agent to assist you...

You have been connected to CUSTOMER SERVICE.



ME: Hi, I just installed Pinnacle Studio HD with the Dazzle hardware. All drivers, etc seemed to install correctly, but when I go to capture, I get an error



CUSTOMER SERVICE: What is the error message that you get when you try to capture?



ME: failed to get video from device



CUSTOMER SERVICE: Are you using a laptop or the desktop?



ME: laptop



CUSTOMER SERVICE: I just want to know are you capturing from a camcorder or vcr?



ME: Camcorder, but this was just to test. Ultimately, I am going to be capturing from a gaming system



CUSTOMER SERVICE: Do you have a camcorder or vcr that you



CUSTOMER SERVICE: can use for capturing?



CUSTOMER SERVICE: If your going to connect the dazzle device to the computer. Did the computer recognize the device?



ME: yes



ME: the dazzle DVC100 shows up in the list of "import from" locations in pinnacle studio HD



ME: if I click SVideo it says "no input signal", but Composite says "failed to get video from device"



ME: so it sees the device, it seems to know that there is video to be captured, it just fails to get it.



CUSTOMER SERVICE: It is because that there is no signal that is coming through the device.



ME: that doesn't sound right



ME: there IS video going from my video camera to the device through a composite video cable



CUSTOMER SERVICE: If your going to capture from a game console I can't help.



ME: Right now I am trying to capture from a VIDEO CAMERA



ME: Still there???



CUSTOMER SERVICE: What connection did you use?



ME: composite video out of video camera into Dazzle - Dazzle into USB on computer - computer recognizes device



CUSTOMER SERVICE: Click the dazzle device on the import to section then click the composite cable then turn on camcorder and let it play.



ME: IT SAYS "FAILED TO GET VIDEO FROM DEVICE"!



ME: Is there a way for me to chat with someone else? You don't seem to get it,



CUSTOMER SERVICE: It means that the connection is good but the computer cannot get the signal in order to get the display.



CUSTOMER SERVICE: are you using a laptop or the desktop?



ME: You have already asked me that question



ME: How do I get in touch with your supervisor?



CUSTOMER SERVICE: You can dial this number 650 267 5196



ME: that is a general number. who should i ask for?



CUSTOMER SERVICE: Your asking for a super visor right? Just dial the number.



ME: What is your supervisors name?



CUSTOMER SERVICE: I apologize just dial the number.



ME: I did. It will not let me through without a service code. It is telling me that the service code is invalid



CUSTOMER SERVICE: Where did you purhcased the studio? Do you have the receipt?



ME: Amazon.com - yes



CUSTOMER SERVICE: WOuld that be ok if you can send me a san copy of the receipt so that we can provide you anew service code.



ME: No. At this point, I am just going to return it and post the transcript of this idiocy so people can see what sort of customer service you guys give



CUSTOMER SERVICE: Thank you for chatting with us. Have a great day!



Your session has ended. You may now close this window.



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Cell Phone - sidekick, phone

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Here's what I've had to deal with, with this phone. Originally, I had this phone for 1 year before the LCD screen decided to have a freak out and project an array of tie-die colours whenever it felt like. At first I took it to a couple privately owned local stores to have it checked out, they couldn't figure it out. Then I took it to a T-Mobile store and they were flabbergasted as well since they couldn't find any damage. Luckily since this happened 2 days before the warranty expired, T-Mobile took it back and replaced it for me. This latest one, I've had since then and it's still driving me crazy. With the previous phone, it shut itself off only about 4 times and erased all its memory (except for on the SIM card and SD card). Now, it's approx. once every week or two that it'll restart itself and erase all the data stored on the phone. T-Mobile says there's nothing they can do about it except for either offer me a discount on a new phone or replace this one with ANOTHER Sidekick Slide. I've checked online and it seems the vast majority of Slides have this problem, which would explain why T-Mobile no longer sells them.



So overall, I would suggest to avoid this phone at all costs. It's just not worth the hassle of losing the data and not being able to prevent it.



Sidenote: Yes, if you have the Sidekick Data plan, your data is backed up on Microsoft's servers. But after their last screw up, would you really trust them? And for those of you who don't know about it, Microsoft upgraded their servers that handled the backup data for the Sidekicks. However, they apparently had a fatal error which wiped out most of it. After a couple months, they finally recovered SOME of the lost data. T-Mobile Sidekick Locked Cell Phone

After May 31, 2011 T-Mobile will be deprecating data service to old sidekicks. You will not be able to browse the web, youtube etc. You can make calls, receive text- but that's it.



no I didn't do it. I don't work for them. But i have 2 sidekicks and just got this notice.



No more data service for older sidekicks anywhere everywhere no you're not special. sorry.

Worst phone ever!! I had this phone for more than a month now and till this day I still get the "wait 48 hours after purchase to activate." always block my phone!!! Had to find a way to by pass it!! Always tell me got new message really don't. No alarm!! Doesn't read my memory card. Display screen doesn't come on sometimes jus gives me black screen. So hard to take out battery. Can't save my contacts or pictures cause it ends up deleting it. I don't know how but it does. Everything is wrong with this phone....! DO NOT PURCHASE THIS PHONE. (sidekick slide) did not wanna rate but i couldn't proceed unless I did. Doesn't deserve a star!

ok, so yeah, this phone looks like something you want. so i ordered the phone and every time i went to send a text, the phone would shut off and erase all of the data on it, (texts, notes, info, contacts, emails, and more!)i looked into the problem, and the reason is t mobile doesn't support this phone anymore. if you are a person who sends lots of texte, and cant remember phone numbers, DON'T GET THIS PHONE!!!!!!!!!

As another reviewer noted - this phone (and all other SideKicks) will be rendered to dumbphones when T-Mo/MicroSoft/Danger shut off services in a few months - I doubt you could even get data services activated on it with T-Mobile if you bought it today. Shame on the retailer for trying to dump useless NOS (New Old Stock)

This is less of a review than it is a PSA - T-Mobile has announced they are no longer supporting Sidekick devices, and will not connect with Danger's servers. I have read that a sidekick is pretty worth less without the data service.



Just wanted to be sure anyone looking to buy this phone is aware they are not going to get the service you once did out of it!

I was very concerned when reviewing this products other reviews that it would not be any good, but to my surprise it turned out fine. It is easy to use and not too big or small and the keyboard keys are just far enough apart for people like me that are all thumbs! Best bargin out there if your money is tight and you need a phone with keyboard for texting. It is a bit outdated looking, but if you dont mind not being "In Style" and owning a phone without a touchscreen, it is a perfectly good phone.

I was the worst phone I have ever bought. I could not apply my own ring tone, it had to be a ring tone that came with the phone. I was not able to set picture profiles for anyone. When I called TMobile, they told me these phones were discontinued for the reasons I returned the phone in the first place. Not to mention I had to pay the return shipping, and it two over 2 weeks for my refund to be processed. I would NOT advise anyone to but it!!!

The only major problem I've had with this phone is that it freezes and sometimes it can be a pain to restart it. Then it takes a while for it to load all your data once you turn it back on. Besides that it's good. Not the best phone ever. If you text and surf the web a lot like I do and don't have a big budget for a smart phone, it's a good phone. - Tmobile - Sidekick - Phone - T-mobile Sidekick'

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Mud Pie Baby - body suits, pink

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This outfit is just precious! The flower snaps on and off which makes it very nice for laundering it. Every time my daughter wears it, people stop us and tell us how cute she looks. It is also well made and washes well. Mud Pie Baby Perfectly Princess Bodysuit, 0-6 Months

purchased sight unseen and had it sent directly to my neice as a baby gift. She called and raved about the softness and color and gorgeous design. I was thrilled, so I prompyly ordered a second one for a baby shower and it was passed from person to person after it was opened and all just loved it. If you need a gift or something for your own little one , this is darling. So don't hesitate you will not be disappointed!!!!

Adorable. The Mud Pie clothing line is much cuter in person and very well made. [[ASIN:B001CZCV54 Mud Pie Baby Perfectly Princess Bodysuit, 0-6 Months] You have to purchase the Mud Pie Princess booties to complete the outfit! - Pink - Body Suits - Baby Clothes - Baby Girl'

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Tilting Wall Mount - tilting wall mount, lcd wall mount

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

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

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

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

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



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

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

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

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

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Safety Glasses - dewalt, 2009 amazon frustration-fre

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True to their name, DeWalt's safety glasses set the standard for quality and value. I paid less than $3.00 for mine, and they are more comfortable than safety glasses costing 5 times as much.



The glasses fit comfortably and do not obscure my vision or distort objects in my peripheral vision. They are extremely durable and resistant to scratching. I've been wearing them constantly for about two months while working out in my yard and they are holding up nicely.



A great price and a great product. I am buying several more just to keep handy. Dewalt DPG54-2C Protector Smoke High Performance Lightweight Protective Safety Glasses with Wraparound Frame

After getting a bug in my eye while bike riding and not wanting to spend $50 for a pair of biking glasses, I bought these. They fit perfectly. I use them for riding my bike and they stay right in place. I also use them for weedeating around the yard. One of the best pairs of safety glasses I ever bought.

Great price, sleek look, and it's dewalt! I bought these for my cousin because the previous Dewalt sunglasses I bought had lenses and were straining his eyes, so I bought these which were cheaper, fit great and does not strain his eyes. He likes them because it keeps him from getting a headache when doing contruction in the hot sun.

I ordered this product over a year ago and use the safety glasses when working the the yard. On those sunny days it protects my eyes from the rays of the Sun and protects my eyes when cutting or trimming. A very excellent product at an amazing price. I plan to order a clear pair of glasses for late in the year when the Sun isn't so bright and for other jobs around the house where safety is a concern. I would highly recommend this product. The service and delivery were excellent.

These are the most comfortable pair of safety glasses Ive found yet, I extremely dislike anything on my face or head, be it any type of sun glasses or hat, but these glasses are so comfortable to me at least.. that I forget that Im wearing them.



I wouldnt trust these to stop something like a nail from a nail gun being shot at your eyes, but for things like weed whacking, or using any type of saw it should keep stuff from getting in your eyes.

Somewhat stylish, but maintaining the Dewalt yellow brand these protective lenses do what they are intend for. They are plastic and will scratch if not kept well, so I recommend keeping the plastic box that they are shipped in for storage.



Good for landscaping with power tools... I use mine when edging or weedwhacking.

Wore them today for the first time. They fogged a little, but I was wearing them pretty snug - and with a ball cap. I just wore them a little further out and they were fine. Very comfortable, and hey... it's Dewalt. Excellent. - Dewalt - 2009 Amazon Frustration-fre - Eye Protection - Woodworking'

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Carhartt Jeans - carpenter jeans, denim

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I have bought these pants from other places many times in the past. When I tried on these pants the fit was terrible. They were really long for 30" which didn't make sense. I would think 30" is 30". They did not fit the way I am used to this style Carhartts fitting. The only good thing was that I did get a full and prompt refund when I returned these pants. Carhartt Men's Washed Denim Double Front Jean,Darkstone,34x36

Have purchased the same jeans before and was really impressed with how durable they are. However, these seemed not to be as heavy of denim. Hopefully they will wear as well as the old ones have but will have to see.

The quality of these jeans is like all Carhartt products, excellent. However, the sizing is way off. My husband didn't even try them on because he held them up to him and they were about three inches longer than they should've been. I don't know if the waste sizing is off as well. I had to return them. Luckily Amazon makes it very easy to make returns. - Carpenter Jeans - Carhartt - Denim - Jeans'

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Blackberry Curve - cell phone case, blackberry skin

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My daughters really like these covers for their blackberry curves. Look good and protect the phone. I like the fact that they make the phone easier to handle. Shipped super fast and the price was amazing! Three Diamond Gel Cases / Skins / Covers for BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 / 9330 / 8520 / 8530 - Clear, Blue, Purple

The cases fit the phone nicely and add color and personality to my phone. The gel cases make holding the phone more comfortable. What attracted me to them were the purple and blue pairing for this particular group of cases because these happen to be my favorite colors. The metallic cardboard that came with the cases was a nice little bonus that adds a cool effect along with the diamod design of the case on the back of the phone.

When I bought these cases for my Blackberry all I really wanted was something that would protect my phone and not look jenky...They actually look better than I expected and fit perfectly on my phone. Extremely pleased with this product, especially since I didn't have very high expectations for them to begin with and then they turned out to be be great. Covering my black phone with the colored case gives it a pretty cool two-toned kind of look, which I totally dig. I had been worried that it would make my phone look cheap and crappy, but it's actually very nifty looking now with the case.

This fits my blackberry curve very well, and stays on tightly.



The main reason i gave it 3 instead of 5 is because I already had a case, but I wanted the cases pictured with the diamond pattern. They do not have the diamond pattern, so even though these were a good price and fit well, I did not get what I purchased. - Case - Blackberry Skin - Cell Phone Case - Blackberry'

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These earphones were so inexpensive, I thought they were going to be an incredible deal . The reviews were very positive, and as for the gent who said they were like an "AM radio"... well, I just figured he didn't push them into his ears far enough. I was wrong. After experimenting with the two different sized earplugs, cramming these things deep into my ears- and also wearing them lightly, I could not get decent bass or treble out of these. They just sounded very mid-rangey, muffled, and there was no deep bass whatsoever. I used my Sony discman for this test, and I KNOW that it produces very deep bass and crystal clear treble. Also, the specs online say these buds have 15mm drivers; they are in fact 9mm.

If you are shopping for a child, or just want some ok "sound", these are fine. But if you want to squeeze the most out of an ipod, discman, etc.- you better spend more money. I'm going to try the Sonys next. By the way, the build quality on these is excellent, just wish they sounded good ! Coby Isolation Stereo Earphones with Volume Control CVE91BLK (Black)

I recently bought these earphones. They were meant to replace my old Ipod earphones (came with the Ipod) which broke. These are worth the [...] I paid for them. The sound quality is very good. In fact, I think they are better than the Ipod earphone sound quality. When listening to songs, I can literally hear every instrument and beat. The rubber plugs that are part of the earphones does as intended. That is, they block most outside noise. It even comes with an extra set of rubber plugs in case you lose the first set. Best of all, they're very comfortable. Whenever I would take my Ipod earphones out of my ears, my ears would hurt (because the metal parts would be touching my ears), but with these earphones, my ears don't hurt at all after I take them out.



If you're low on cash and want a decent pair of earphones, get these! They're great.

I'm no audiophile but even to me these headphones have terrible sound reproduction. Get the other Coby's on Amazon if you want something cheap, surprisingly better sound reproduction -- keep in mind that they'll break relatively easily.

Yep, they're comfy, all right--fit nicely in the ear, block off ambient noise, nice and light. But the sound reproduction... enh, not so much. I'm used to top-quality earbuds and lightweight headphones, and these just sound like an old AM transistor radio. I'll wear 'em for yard work, for the comfort, but if you're expecting really crisp, broad-spectrum audio performance from a pair of earbuds, it's a good idea to look elsewhere.

Huh! I'm not sure about the other customers... I think Coby changed the specs on the product recently, without changing their ads everywhere on the net...



Do you really get what you paid for? I bought the same... the Tech specs on my product says 9mm Samarium Cobalt Drivers, not 15mm Nd drivers as stated on every website including Coby's. Thats a big difference in sound quality - isn't that cheating? I know its cheap in price, but mis-advertising?



Don't buy this product...if you have, call Coby, call Amazon, call Buy.com... misadvertising is just a cheap way to get your money

I got the Coby CV-E91's looking for a good low price set of earphones. The earpieces are soft and comfortable and the volume control is nice to have. But, if you are looking for a full sound with lots of bass, these are not for you. These earphones just don't have the richness and large bass as the original phones that came with my iriver clix.

I had originally ordered these earphones on the 13th of August, 2010 because I was having trouble with my then-current set of earphones and I was looking to have an extra set of earphones for when they broke. After having this set of earphones for over two weeks and listening to various sorts of media for only a couple of weeks, I really appreciate having these earphones. They provide excellent sound quality, they are very portable, it comes in a very neat colour, they are very comfortable, and they're long enough for me to be able to listen to music and podcasts on my iPod touch while riding around on my bike or when I'm walking without much problems. The only quirk that I have with these earphones is that if I am to turn the volume knob to the maximum level, then things would sound a bit muffled; I would have to turn the knob back a teeny bit to get that desired level. It's not a big deal; just a minor problem that can be sorted out easily. All in all, these earphones provide excellent sound quality, neat aesthetic styling, great comfort and exceptional portability at an affordable cost. Granted, these are not the perfect earphones, but if you like decent earphones that can give you a pleasing listening experience, then these earphones are for you.

I bought these for the volume control feature: my digital radio volume control is either too loud or not loud enough with the digital control. With these earphones, I can get the perfect volume. They stay in my ear OK and are much better than the cheesy earphones that came with my Ipod. When I want excellent sound, I switch to my Sennheiser PX 100s.Sennheiser PX 100 Collapsible Headphones - Earphones - Headphones - Volume Control'

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