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I live in South Florida and have lived and worked through three major hurricanes. In the aftermath, there is always a ton of ground clearing to do - downed trees and blown down fences have to be cut up and moved to the curb for pickup. Last Hurricane, no power for 13 days. I had one chain saw and the Fat Max. My neighbor took the Chain, and I took the Fat Max Saw. He did the large stuff, and I did limbs and trunks about as big around as your leg. He kept looking over at me like I was superman. He had never used the Fat Max, which just plows through wood like butter. No Kidding. Get this, on a single stroke, forward or backward, you can watch the saw sinking through the wood as the sawdust flies. It is amazing. After things returned to normal, I bought my neighbor a Fat Max. You. Wll. Be. Amazed. --Mykal Banta Stanley 20-045 15-Inch Fat Max Hand Saw

The Fat Max Hand Saw made quick work of everything I've thrown at it, even 6x6 landscape timbers. Aggressive cutting and a sturdy blade provide for easily guided straight cuts through hard woods and PVC as well. Highly recommended.

This saw was worth every penny. Sometimes you don't want to use the tabel saw, miter saw, or the circular saw to make one cut. That's when this saw comes in handy. This saw makes straight cuts in no time. And with no warping or bending. Best part is knowing that I will never have to buy another one of these. I can tell that this will last me a lifetime with it's quality construction.

It doesn't matter if you're a professional framer or contractor, this saw handles about 90% of your usual cutting chores. It has a short length so lugging it around isn't much of a problem, and your rip strokes do an incredible amount of work for you considering the size and cost. In fact, it'll perform as well as saws costing much more. The steel quality is very good, such that you can forget to touch it up with a file for a year and still get your work done. Finally, it has a carpenter square handle so when you need a right angle quick, just pull the pencil off your ear and mark it. I can't say enough good things about such a useful tool for everyone's basic home tool set; just buy it already.



-Fred

I ordered the saw on the 25th and it arrived on the 27th with super-saver shipping!

I bought this because I am a wimp around power tools and I hate asking my husband to whip out his saw every time I need a few pieces of lumber cut. I tried it out today and was pleasantly surprised; it is the perfect size and is easy to handle. The blade sliced right through the board, no bending or catching and the cut was smooth.

I am satisfied, might even grab a couple more to stash for Christmas gifts! :)

I got this because I wanted a little saw to use for things that I could not use a power saw on. It rips right through composite railings, 2x4s and tree limbs. It cuts on push and pull and fast! A good choice for any homeowner.

I have dozens of saws...really I do! But this little gem sees more use than any of the others. It's not that it is always the best saw for the job (sometimes a power saw would do a better job) but it is ready, willing and able. By the time I could have pulled out the circular saw and an extension cord I have done the job with this little monster. Stanley's claims about its "SharpTooth Technology" are truthful; this little beauty does all Stanley says it will. Keep one in the shed; you will use it!

I echo the other reviewers' comments: I'm thrilled with my Fat Max. It has made surprisingly short work of heavy tree limbs, landscaping timbers, and everything else I've thrown at it. The "blade armor" is far more durable than I expected, and the teeth seem to be retaining their sharpness very well. The bigger handle keeps my hand relatively comfortable during prolonged sawing sessions, and the thicker blade does seem to make a difference -- you can really put your weight behind this saw without distorting the blade. Money well spent.

This baby is a serious little saw. Not for making nice clean cuts but as a rough cut saw that cuts in both directions I love it. It can be faster than my circular saw since this requires no setup. And its cheap.'

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Low-maintenance Respirator - half-mask organic vapors, facepiece

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The Good- It is easier to get on and off than others I have used because the bottom strap fastens in the back instead of being pulled over your head. I like the fact that you can put different kinds of filters on it. I purchased some of the pink dust filters at the same time, and these can be used in place of the organic filters when I only need dust protection. It makes the mask a little lighter that way. Also, the white dust filters that come with the organic cartridges can easily be replaced when they become too dirty.



The Bad - It makes an annoying clicking or popping type noise sometimes. It comes from the valve that opens when you to exhale but closes when you inhale. It doesn't do it all the time, but it is very annoying when it does. I don't know if this is just a defective one or is a common problem. I suppose I should return it and see if the problem was just this one unit, but I don't use it that often and I don't want to go through the hassle of returning it. It wasn't as comfortable to wear as others I have used. 3M R6311 Low-Maintenance Half-Mask Organic Vapor P95 Respirator Assembly, Large

I purchased this to paint my car. It did an excellent job at keeping all the sanding debris out of my lungs. When I went to paint you could even smell the paint fumes. Excellent mask. Buy some extra pads for all those dust debris.

This is a comfortable respirator to wear. It comes with two pair of dust filters, as well as the pair of organic vapor filters. I have mainly used it as a dust filter for both plaster dust, and old insulation. It does a great job on the fine dust, and I do not have the problem of my glasses fogging up like I do with disposable dust masks. (I would not want to use them for this application anyway...)



If the medium sized respirators do not seal well for you, and you have a wide face like mine, give it a try. I think you will like it. - Half-mask Organic Vapors - Low-maintenance Respirator - Half-mask - Facepiece'

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Colored Markers - colored markers, sharpie

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I've purchases the Bic mark-it collection of 12 ultra-fine permanent markers, hoping that their 'ultra-fine' points will indeed be as fine as the ultra-fine points on pens. I needed ultra-fine points and needed them to be permanent. So I thought it'd be perfect. However, the markers are not 'ultra-fine' as far as points in pens go. In reality they are more similar to 'fine'--thinner lines than other permanent markers of the same maker, yes, but not ultra-thin by any means. The colors are good, the quality is ok. I would've been happier for a more accurate description--not only in relation to other Bic markers, but in relation to actual point grading in pens. Bic Mark-It Color Collection Permanent Markers, Ultra Fine Point, Assorted, 12 Markers

These permanent markers are perfect for what it does. Great assortment of colors and extremely fine, allowing precision. The only problem I have is that it bleeds through regular paper. I use heavier white paper (25lbs.) and it will still bleed through. If you're using white paper to draw on I highly suggest you have a clipboard or something on the back as not to make marks all over your table surface. Also since it bleeds through I wouldn't recommend using on paper that is double sided.

I was debating between ordering more of the Sharpie Ultra Fine Permanent Markers or the Bic Mark-It Ultra Fine Permanent Markers. I decided to order the Bic Mark-It Ultra Fine Permanent Markers because I could get a set of them at a lower price as well as in a nice variety of colors, not just the basic colors. Now I really regret it because when I write with the Bic's markers it leaves small dots (pools/puddles) where I lift the marker up from the paper. It also bleeds a little through the paper. The Bic markers does its job, but not well. When I compare the Sharpie and the Bic's writings next to each other I can see how much cleaner and more defined the writing is with the Sharpie. I highly recommend Sharpie's Ultra Fine markers over these Bic Mark-It markers.

I bought the markers about a year ago. I didn't use them very often - most are unused and the caps never taken off. They are all dry now. The caps do not keep the air out. I'd rather have markers that last until I need them.

I bought these markers for my students to use in my class, and they love them. They don't have a bad odor, and they don't bleed through paper. A few of the colors seemed to be dry, but the kids love the pens.

I am a Sharpie user to the exclusion of all other pens but bought these on sale. They are pretty colors and I would definitely purchase them again. They write smoothly and dry quickly without smearing.

Well I kind of like these markers but I'm really disappointed with the fact that two out of the 12 markers were damage and completly dry. so my attempt on whatever money I was trying to save was a complete failure. now i gotta go to stapples and buy the same stupid colors again. so frustrated.

I actually got 2 of these pens for free through a friend after complimenting him on how well they wrote. He was marking up diamonds using the Bic Mark-It Ultra-Fine Permanent Markers because they were easy to use on such a small surface. Anyhow, I use them to write on many postcards as wedding thank you's without any smearing. I own these 2 colors: Hot Aqua and Deep Sea Blue. I plan on ordering more in either fine or ultra fine for my wedding guest book.



After awhile, the ultra fine tip does get worn out, so it has to be held vertically (won't work at 45 degree angle), but that happens with Sharpie Fine Point Markers too. I think these Bic ULTRA FINE Point are similar to Sharpie FINE Point by the way. I may stop by Staples to check out the Bic Fine Point markers in person.



I definitely would recommend this to friends and family, plus buy it again. - Bic - Sharpie - Colored Markers - Markers'

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Dvd Recording - dvd-rw, dvd

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I've used Verbatim disks a lot over the years and overall they have performed very well. In fact, just recently I tested some DVDs that I burned 3-5 years ago that had some family photos and videos on it, and many of the Memorex and Ritek DVDs were unreadable, but the copies on Verbatims were fine. So I have no personal problem with the Verbatims. Fortunately I had a second backup copy of this material on other media that was still good.



One advantage to Verbatim DVDs is that they pioneered a more stable metal-stabilized azo dye that is said to be even better than Taiyo-Yuden's super-cyanine dye.



However, in doing a lot of online research recently reading various discussions and blogs about what is the best media for long-term storage, there was general agreement from many of the participants in these discussions that Verbatim's once great quality had slipped in recent years. People were saying that Verbatim had licensed its technology to various offshore manufacturers who were producing the disks under their label and those disks were showing high failure rates. If you can find the ones that really are made in Japan, though, it was said those are probably still good.



In fact, I am about to purchase some Verbatim DVD+RW disks to make another copy of my personal files onto these RW type disks. That's because RW's don't use optical dyes, which can age and degrade over time; instead the data is stored by an exotic alloy--often GeSbTe (germanium-antimony-tellurium), but I have also seen InSbTe (indium-antimony-tellurium) mentioned-- which should be more stable. This is possible because the alloy has different reflectance in the crystalline vs. the amorphous, non-crystalline state. The problem is that since these are rewritable disks there is the danger that you could accidently overwrite them, which is why many people prefer the optical dye media which are write-once. For me I don't think that is a problem so I'm willing to try some of these and just see how well they do over the long term. I'll check them again in 5 and 10 years (assuming I live that long :-)) and see how they do compred to the optical media.



But after extensive research on the best optical media I settled on Taiyo Yuden. Their name came up again and again in the forums, and no one complained of any serious problems. Their reliability and consistency was especially held in high regard. Since I went to so much trouble researching this issue, I thought I would report on what I found here.



Be sure that you have real Taiyo Yuden though, as they are often faked. True T-Y media has a noticeable little ring in the dye area near the hub, which stands out and is easily seen. It's said this is more expensive to do and is harder to fake. Also make sure that on the package it really does say made in Japan. T-Y is only made in Japan. They have not diluted their quality by outsourcing to anyone else as has been said in the case of Verbatim. Also, avoid any disks from China and United Arab Emirates. Those consistently came up in the forums as among the worst. Those from India could sometimes be good and Taiwan was usually okay.



Verbatim does have a point in their favor, though, in that their dye technology can be shown to be more resistant to ultraviolet light damage. However, unless you're in the habit of leaving your DVDs on the dashboard of your car or something this isn't as big a deal as has been claimed. And since many people bought the Verbatims in the past for archival purposes they're going to be stored in a dark place anyway so it's not really a factor for most people.



The same thing goes for the previously very well thought of gold/silver (actually aluminum) DVD-R disks from Mitsui. These disks are expensive (over $2 per disk) compared to Taiyo Yuden's which you can get for about 36 cents apiece if you buy a hundred pack. The problem is that Mitsui has since broken up into two subdivisions, Mitsui Advanced Media of America and of Europe, and people were saying the quality just wasn't as good as in the old days.



Also, people were pointing out that the necessity for gold has been over-hyped in recent years. That's because it just isn't necessary to pay the extra cost anymore. Gold was preferred some years back because it doesn't oxidize if there is a defect in the polycarbonate plastic layer covering the thin metal layer, and was thought to be superior because of that. However, it turns out that had more to do with defects back then in the manufacturing process of applying the plastic layer evenly to the disks. That problem was solved years ago and now there's no real reason to go to the extra expense of the gold, although many people still think it's the best archival grade media. There's no doubt it's a good media, the problem is that they can't prove that it's worth spending 6 or 7 times as much for a disk that doesn't last any longer according to these accelerated aging tests that have been done. Nevertheless, you will often find websites advertising the gold types as the only true archival quality grade media.



I did come up with one very interesting find on a gold/silver disk that might be worth it for very critical information. Mitsubishi-Kagaku recently teamed up and have produced a dual layer gold/silver disk similar the earlier Mitsui disks. They're also over $2 per disk but there's a very interesting difference. It turns out that DVDs are typically stamped from a glass master with runs of usually around 500,000 before they replace the master. After the fist couple of hundred thousand, the master isn't that accurate anymore and that can cause problems. Manufacturers typically mix disks from different parts of the runs together when you buy them. It's thought that this is why you can buy a cake box of 50 or 100 disks, have no problems and then run into several failed burns with apparently no reason. Very likely those disks were from the last 100,000 or 200,000 of the run.



However, these Mitsubishi-Kagaku disks are guaranteed to be from runs of less than 25,000 disks, which should be well within the tolerances of the glass master. You pay for it though, and a cake box of 25 disks is around $65. You can find them on the web by looking up "Century disk." The dye is a metal stabilized azo dye which is said to be possibly the best dye, too. I bought a small number of these disks for some very critical data as well as the Taiyo-Yuden and have been very happy with the results. No "coasters" at all.



By the way, there are several reasons to prefer the DVD+R media to the -R. Unfortunately, although Taiyo Yuden makes +R's, Century disks only come in -R format. There are several reasons for this superiority. One is that +R's have better bit error checking and correction algorithms than -R's, which could prevent lost data. The second is better wobble detection (all disks have this and it has to be corrected for during recording and playback). The third is that +R's have more than one burn profile for the laser power, whereas -Rs only have one. This makes it more likely to get a better burn since the dye is sensitive to the laser power.



Whichever way you decide to go, good luck with your archiving and optical storage! Verbatim 95101 4.7 GB up to 16x Branded Recordable Disc DVD-R (50-Disc Spindle) - Dvd-rw - Dvd - Blank Dvd Media - Dvdr'

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Playstation Move - move, playstation 3

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The Motion Controller and the PS Eye are the minimum needed to bring 'Move' to a any PS3 console. No exceptions. If you already have a PS Eye then the controller alone is the only purchase necessary. On the other hand, to fully enjoy certain games, you may want TWO Move Controllers.



It's hard not to be impressed by the Move. While I can't see how the Move's Motion Controller can become PS3's 'main' controller, I believe that it's going to find lots of good uses and hopefully in hard-core games and in the RPG games that I'm usually playing.





SETUP



Press the PS button. If the controller is charged... you're done.



Of course, to do anything useful, you WILL need a PS Eye camera and maybe a game :). You CAN use the controller to navigate the PS3 XMB menus but it may take some getting used to - I am still reaching for the DualShock.





MOVE'S MOTION CONTROLLER



The Wikipedia has a very thorough review of the technology inside the controller - impressive. It's probably worth going there to get an idea of what's under the hood.



From a user's point of view, the Move could be viewed as approximately the right side of the DualShock 3 where the motion tracking function is the R3 analog stick, R1 is the MOVE button and the R2 becomes the Move's T(rigger). You also get the 4 Square/Circle/X/Triangle, in a square (not 'diamond') formation, the PS button as well as the START and SELECT. So far, the most used buttons during gameplay were the MOVE and the T(rigger).



In addition, you get a wrist strap. At the opposite end of the microphone or thick wand-shaped Move there's a USB Mini-B port for charging and another port that seems to be proprietary - must investigate.



The controller is quite substantial as far as both size and weight - I like that and liked its being shaped in a way that makes it easy to grab and hold. Very much like a microphone or a very thick magic wand; NOT a remote control.



Based on my experience so far, Move's ability to track your motions far surpasses anything that I'm aware of in the gaming universe. Every single movement, up/down, left/right, toward/away and wrist rotation are accurately captured and almost instantly reflected on the screen and so is acceleration that would usually translates as 'force' in games such as sword fights or ping pong. In addition, there is haptic (tactile/rumble) feedback, a little too weak in the games I played so far, making the gaming experience that much more realistic.



I am not writing a lot about the Eye camera because... it's just there and it's not the subject of this review. For as long as it can see you, it simply does its part so that you may enjoy your game.





PLAYING



I've tried so far everything in the Champions game and one puzzle game demo downloaded from the PSN. Our little girl is playing the Eye Pet demo and my boys are playing mostly the sword fight and the archery games in Sports Champions. Considering that Sports Champions is an early game, my expectations were not that high but, surprisingly, Ping Pong did meet my expectations. I've been playing real Ping Pong ever since I was 11 or 12 so I probably know what I'm talking about and the Move version of Ping Pong is GOOD. As for the others... sword fight, kids like it. Archery was okay, Bocce was so-so, Frisbee Golf not too bad. Three of the six Champions events benefit significantly from using TWO Motion controllers.



For the games I've played so far, this is NOT a couch experience. On the Sports events I was sweating after a few minutes and I had to get off the couch and stand up even when playing the puzzle because of its depth element. This is probably a good thing.



I am sorry for having to do this but, absent 'hard core' games, the only comparison I can make is between Move and Wii and... to put it VERY mildly, the Wii shows its age when placed next to the Move. Except for it lacking a built-in speaker, the Move controller is ahead of Wii in every single respect: precision, responsiveness, ergonomics. The fact that the Eye camera can and in certain games DOES track your body not just the controller helps too. Of course, the Wii has the games but the Move games should be coming fast so I'm not worried.





MY RATING



It's 5 stars for the technical merit, ease of setup and for the overall experience. Hopefully, the games will be coming quickly and in good quality. PlayStation Move Controller

It's a shame that Sony's new motion controller Move is so much compared to the Wii. Aside from the basic principles, Move is a lot different than the Wii. And if you ever played Wii and then pick up Move, you'll quickly be able to tell the difference. The accuracy with this thing is out of this world. It follows the wand with 1:1 motion and no lag at all(not yet anyway) And you can go into 3D space, like going into the the picture and grabbing something out, something the Wii couldn't do. But this review isn't about the Move VS Wii, so I'll shut up. I've played Sports Champions and Start the Party and some demo games, and this controller is perfect. It's built solid and it feel good in your hand. The glowing orb on top is actually pretty cool, but it's not just for looks, it actually has a purpose, and it's purpose is to help the camera follow the controller by following the light. This controller is still very new so I can't note on reliability, but I'm sure it's great giving it's from Sony. - Move - Playstation - Video Games - Playstation 3'

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Frustration-fre - cat5e, frustration-fre

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The AmazonBasics RJ45 Cat5e Ethernet cable is an excellent value when compared to name-brand cables from the likes of Belkin and others. You get the same quality cables but for less money. You no longer have to take the risk of buying random generic cables in order to find the best value. My only reservation is that Amazon's warranty is an anemic 1 year. Belkin typically offers a lifetime warranty on their cables. Every now and then cables go bad, but it's pretty rare unless you abuse the connectors.



The PVC shielding is flexible enough so that you can wrap the cables easier. The RJ45 connector clips have a snag-free design so when pulling your cable from the tangled mess of other cables, it will not snag or break off. They are also gold-plated to resist corrosion but I have never had Ethernet cables corrode on me. I have crimped thousands of feet of Ethernet cables for work but none as nice as these.



Cat5e is limited to 328 feet, just like Cat5. Cat5e however, will support gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) better than Cat5 because of stricter specs on far end crosstalk. Gigabit Ethernet was designed for use with Cat5 but is more typically used in 10/100Base-T networks.



If you are looking for pre-made Ethernet cables, I highly recommend the AmazonBasics cables without any reservation whatsoever. All my future Ethernet cable purchases will only be AmazonBasics cables with the hope that they offer more color choices. AmazonBasics RJ45 Cat5e Ethernet Patch Cable (50 Feet / 15.2 Meters)

I use this Ethernet Cable to connect my Roku to my computer to stream Netflix. The connection cable is very solid, unlike other cables that don't fit right. Streaming is great and I haven't had a problem at all. Excellent price too!

Basic Review: Technical highlights are provided by others. When searching Amazon for network cables before coming across this one, I read other reviews by people who were disappointed with their purchases. This was because they thought that they were getting something similar to this product, when in fact, what they were getting was custom made or just the individual pieces. If you are looking for a no hassle network cable just like you would find in a retail store, then look no further. Not only are there no problems, but this cable is much cheaper than you would find in an ordinary store. I am currently using it as I type this review.

Cable is fine - no problems. The design of the plug, however, is a bit of a bother. The flexible, beige protector tab coming from the cable side of the plug makes sense - it is there (presumably) to protect the clear tab at the top of the plug - the one that "clicks" when you insert the cable into the jack. The problem is, the beige protector tab is too long. So when you plug it into certain jacks, the beige protector tab is not only in the way, it makes it more difficult to press down on the clear, clicking tab so you can take the plug out of the jack.



What should be a "benefit" wasn't tested in enough jacks. The packaging might be "frustration-free," but the product itself has frustration built in. Not a big deal, but I won't buy this cable again.

I bought this cable for a few bucks more than a generic cable, for quality reasons. An ethernet cable will work regardless of its quality (it's just a cable), but many cheaper cables have much crappier wire coverings and its extremely annoying to remove the heads once you connect them. With this cable however, the heads are easy to remove, and the casings very high quality. If I have need of another hdmi cable, I'll buy these again for sure.

Just wanted to leave feedback for the great cables, they are also and packaged with all recyclable packing and also easy to open. Very good cables and ordered many in the past and when i need more i will be back!! - Cat5e - Frustration-fre'

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Child Bike Seat - cycling, baby bike seat

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I purchased this child carrier seat for when we visit the grandparents. At home a have a trailer that both of our kids ride in. This little bike seat was perfect for the occastional use. Some of the 'shields' that are meant to protect the child from the wheel are a little flimsy, so I would not want to take them on and off on a regular basis. Once it's on the bike, it should probably stay there. But for our purposes where I didn't want to spend hundreds of dollars on a second bike trailer to be used for maybe a month out of the year, that was great bang for the buck. I had my 2 year old riding in the back and he was perfectly happy & safe. Bell Classic Bicycle Child Carrier

We purchased the Bell Classic Bicycle Child Carrier based on its reviews and as an economical choice for our almost 2-year old who will only get about 1 year's use from it.



Now that it is on and we have test driven it, we like how he fits in it, and we feel comfortable with the safety it provides. It is nice, but not exceptional.



But getting the seat on....



Suffice to say that, as best as we can determine, this Child Carrier is made to attach to a road bike and not a hybrid bike, like ours (a Trek 7000). Our frame is thicker than that of a road bike, so attaching the seat to the rear fork was just barely possible with the hardware supplied. It was possible, but squeezing the brackets around the fork so that they were close enough for us to even begin tightening the nut took a lot of muscle! We also had the same problem as another reviewer, in that our bike has a quick-release seat, and does not have the kind of seat post bolt that the seat needs to be attached. We were able to remedy that by removing the quick-release mechanism, going to the local hardware store to purchase a 1/4-inch hex bolt (which fit in our bike's seat bracket), and using that instead of the provided 8 mm Hex Bold.



At one point in our construction of the Child Carrier, we got particularly frustrated, and tried to find some customer support. There was a 1-800 number, which was closed on the weekend, and absolutely zero on-line support. I have gotten used to having some sort of on-line resources available to me, even if it is only a copy of the owner's manual, so the absolute lack of *anything* was very frustrating. (There is plenty of information for Bell bicycle helmets, but nothing for the child carrier.)



So bottom line, if you have a hybrid bicycle (or, heaven forbid, a mountain bike), be aware that it might not assemble as easily as it should, and you may need to make an extra run to the hardware store!

I wasn't looking for the cheapest option, but figured I'd go with this model since it seemed to have about the same reviews as the $120 alternatives. Well, I was a shocked when I saw how flimsy the actual body of the carrier was. I'd like to say it was sturdy when it was installed, except that the bottom mounts for the metal supports were so warped there was no way to mount the seat. You may think this is a rare occurrence, that is until you look at the non-'New Classic' model reviews (still listed as model 109459).



Also, don't bother if you have a quick-release seat on your bicycle. In fact, if you love or even remotely like the child you intend to use this with, don't buy this product.

This seat was easy enough for my wife to install properly the first time by herself. My son's feet fit fine in the stirrups and he feels safe when we ride. The seat is very sturdy and I'm still trying figure out what one of the other reviewers was referring to when they said that this seat wasn't safe (I think they probably installed it incorrectly). You really can't go wrong with this seat and the price is likely the best you'll find. The only thing that might bother someone is that the safety bar of the seat might touch your bottom; but it really doesn't inhibit me from being comfortable or pedaling.

I bought this as a cheap option that would let me try out riding with my kid. I have a Specialized Hard Rock that has a quick-release seat post that is incompatible with the seat.



The instructions call for a bolt attachment on the rear part of the seat post, so if you don't have that it won't work out. The bottom brackets attach via friction/clamping onto the lower diagonal wheel legs that should work on any bike, but the seat post is the deal breaker. Hope it works better for you.

I bought this "easy to install" seat thinking I could take my son somewhere tomorrow (and beyond), as I won't have a car. Looks like we aren't going anywhere.



I have been trying to install the seat for over two hours now, and I decided it was time to take a break when my eye started twitching. My hands are scraped up, my back hurts. This is not going well at all. I've installed car seats, put together cribs and strollers and furniture, replaced light fixtures, and countless other little projects without really having any big issues, so I didn't think a bike seat would pose much of a challenge.



An hour after opening the box and surrounding myself with parts and pieces... I thought I might have finally finished. I took the bike around the driveway a few times. First off, My rear end barely fits on the seat, because the bar is in the way. And I'm a smaller-than-average person.



So, two hours down the drain, my seat and the post it once lived in have become mysteriously incompatible. I can't get the bolt on the seat post tight enough, and I don't see how anyone could get it any tighter than it is. I am pretty sure I damaged (probably broke) our socket wrench. Yet the seat twists around while I'm riding on it and will not remain raised. This wasn't a problem before. Also, the brackets that are supposed to fit on the bars over the tires don't fit at all (the bars are too thick) and one of the brackets was made incorrectly (it is bent at the top instead of the bottom). I hope I can get it replaced. I thought I could use a bunch of zip ties through the hole until I got the part replaced, but it isn't solid. Maybe a longer bolt.



Also... The straps don't thread through the seat like they do in the picture, they go over the plastic. Which I'm not crazy about because the plastic seat itself feels pretty cheap and thin. I don't think it is meant to withstand a lot of pressure from straps pressing against the curved edge. The straps also could be pulled through the clips pretty easily, which is a pretty huge safety issue in my opinion. If I can ever get the rest of the seat to work, I would have to fold the ends and sew them. - Child Carrier - Baby Bike Seat - Child Bike Seat - Cycling'

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Bellaonline Recommended - nintendo, boys

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I just bought one for myself over the weekend (thanks to a tip from a friend who works at a store that one would not think of shopping for games at, and they just happened to have a few left!)



This unit is great! I already own a GBA SP, but wanted to buy a DS for the following reasons:



* Advanced graphics: The 3D capabilities of this machine are AMAZING. Mario64 DS looks better on a handheld than Mario 64 looked on the Nintendo 64 and a TV!



* Great sound: You can choose between surround sound, stereo, or headphones optimized. It also includes a built-in headphone jack, something that was noticeably absent from the SP.



* Backwards compatibility: It will play all GameBoy Advance games (though not original GB or GB Color), and can hold a DS game and a GameBoy Advance game at the same time.



* Touch screen: Gimmick or revolution? I like how touch was integrated into Mario64 and the Metroid Prime:Hunters demo that is included with the DS. I think future games will bear out whether it will be a true success or just a niche idea.



As it states in the product description, it comes with two screens, the bottom one being touch-sensitive. To touch the bottom screen you can use one of the 2 styluses that comes with the product, or a thumb strap that has a plastic piece that can be used for certain types of games.



Currently, the DS library is fairly limited (fewer than 20 games at present), but there are many games announced for the future. There are literally dozens of great GBA games, so if you're buying this as a present, don't be afraid to buy a GBA game if you can't decide on a DS one. Nintendo DS Titanium

I purchased Nintendo DS system last year for 2 of my sons, ages 6 & 10. The purchase was actually on impulse because I happened to be in the store when they had just received a shipment. I really knew nothing about them and had never heard of them. This actually turned out to be one of the best electronic purchases I have ever made for the boys.



They each had Game Boy Advance's but were never really into "hand held" games as much as with their full sized TV games. I am really surprised at how much these systems are actually used!



Because the systems have a clock, the boys each use them for ALARM CLOCKS in the morning! I keep the chargers plugged into the outlets behind their nightstands. This insures the systems will always find their way back to that spot at the end of the day.



I like the fact that I don't have to buy batteries or battery packs or have charger stands. You just plug the cord into any household outlet and there is a little jack on the other end that plugs into the Nintendo DS. This charges up the system so it is ready. There are also indicator lights on the DS that let you know when the unit is charged or running low.



this system has a feature that my guys enjoy and use often. It is picto chat. You do not need additional software or accessories to use this. It is built right into the system. This feature enables anyone with a DS to wirelessly hook-up to each other and talk via text messaging. There is a little keyboard that shows up on the bottom screen and you use your little stylus to type in what you want to say. It is sent to the other DS. It is like a text messaging walkie talkie. My boys LOVE this feature.



There isn't an overwhelming selection of games...at least not yet. My boys keep going back to Yoshi's Touch and Go. The recent Nintendogs are great and are another favorite.



The games are tiny little square chips that slide easily into a port on the DS. I have purchased a plastic sweater box from the dollar store to hold the game cases. I have insisted that the games go into their cases and into the box because they are very small and could be easily misplaced.



There is a port to hold the older advance games so the investments we made in these games in the past are not dependant upon the older systems. I have found that my boys are playing the older games more and more on the DS than they did on their older systems.



The overall design is good for all sized hands. The fun of the games is in the use of the stylus to play the games. I am not into games but I enjoy picking them up on occasion and playing. There is a little slot on the system to hold the stylus when it is not in use.



The top closes so the screens are not exposed when not being used. This helps to avoid scratching.



An additional feature that the boys like is that by purchasing one game, both can play at the same time, what seems to be a mini-game version. Those of us with more than one chld knows that sometimes, two of the same are necessary but, it is nice to be able to buy only ONE of something on occasion.



I didn't buy any starter packs or other accessories because I wanted to see what exactly we would need. So far we have needed nothing except cases. The boys did not want these, I did.



This system also has a wrist strap that you can detach if you don't want it.



From a mom's perspective, this has proven to be a worthwhile investment. My boys love their systems and use them all the time. I cannot comment to the more technical aspects of the game because, well...I base my opinion on if the toy is great based on how much my children love it, how easy it is for me to set-up or break down, how much it costs me in accessories and add-ons after the initial purchase, and how much "play time" it receives.



Based upon that criterion, I give this system 5 stars.



It seems as if this system has not received the attention of the PSP, and I often wonder if my boys would have even asked for it if I did not get it for them last year. I am so happy and I am sure they are too that we have discovered this little gadget.



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I thought I was more of a slip case person, preferring to hold my Kindle directly. That's what I initially bought: a SwissGear Legacy slip case. I started my search for a book light so I could read at night without disturbing my husband. Eventually I figured out that the only decent book lights attach best to an actual case instead of directly to the Kindle. Sure, there's products like the Kandle, but I really don't want to pay $3 a piece for two CR-2032 batteries for maybe 20 hours of juice. This left me looking for a new case for my Kindle.



I looked at the official Kindle 3 case, something about how the Kindle attaches just didn't seem secure to me, and while I hate to admit it, I need something that can take *some* abuse and still protect the Kindle, like going in my laptop bag for school. I also looked at some M-Edge cases, didn't like how they held it either. Maybe I'm just overprotective? Anyway, I finally stumbled across this one, and fell in love with everything about it.



First off, it holds the Kindle very securely. You slide it in and push a stiff flap of material behind the Kindle to hold it in place, it works great and its easily removable if the need arises. All ports and buttons are easily accessible, except the volume down might be slightly difficult. A tiny snip of scissors would solve that, it might just be a slight defect in mine. Someone else pointed out the odd color choices, they're right, there are 6 different shades of gray including the Kindle. Its all darkish except for the white stitching, I like it. I'll get some pictures up here fairly soon, although the factory ones are quite accurate. It does have a faint smell, I'm betting it will be gone in within a few days. Really, its nothing to refrain from purchasing it over, I can barely smell it and I bet a night outside and a little bit of Febreeze or something similar would eliminate it all together



First off, the whole thing is padded, which does make it thicker, I know I'm not complaining about the extra protection though. I'd say the front and back cover are nearly as thick as the Kindle itself. Closed the whole thing is about .75". Not bad at all. I'd be comfortable throwing this in my laptop case. It has an elastic band that holds it shut or open, the latter is a nice feature. It also holds my new Mighty Bright TravelFlex light well, although I wouldn't have it on there permanently.



The hand strap is great, I can hold the Kindle one handed with NO fear of dropping it. I've got fairly small hands and I can still reach the page turn buttons just fine. The little pocket is useless for anything that isn't thin, like their example of a credit card or money. I think I'm going to keep a small microfiber cloth in there. There's a mesh behind the speakers, for anyone that cares. It doesn't seem to hamper audio quality at all. I always use headphones anyway though.



I just recently received the case, so I can't speak much about its durability. It seems extremely sturdy however. Its single stitched everywhere, except where the page turn buttons are, where it's sort of double stitched. I'm very happy with it. Marware also makes a flip style version if you prefer that. Marware Eco-Flip Kindle Flip Case (Fits 6" Display, Latest Generation Kindle), Black



I'm not sure what else to say about a Kindle cover. I think I've said a lot considering its only a cover. It's great, not terribly expensive, and I highly recommend it. Any questions feel free to comment. Marware Eco-Vue Leather Kindle Folio, Brown (Fits 6" Display, Latest Generation Kindle)

I would like to preface this by saying I researched LOTS of cases. I originally thought I would prefer reading my kindle naked so was looking for a sleeve type case. However, once I received my kindle I was surprised at how thin and delicate it felt in my hands and knew I'd be more comfortable with a case that stayed on to protect it all the the time. I originally gravitated towards this case because of its eco-friendly attributes and then was totally won over by the hand strap. I also liked how securely the case seemed to hold the kindle as opposed to hinges or corner tabs. I was not thrilled with black being the only choice, but went ahead with it because of all the other postive qualities. In the end I'm very happy with my decision. I've had the case for a few weeks and it feels more plush and cushiony than the hard leather amazon cases. I love how securely it holds my kindle and how well my kindle is protected even while in my purse, work bag, or backpack. The elastic strap holds it closed or open well and I love the feel of the soft interior. The hand strap is a nice convenience and can make holding it more comfortable depending on how I am sitting/laying. Overall I'd say the one downside is the lack of color choice but that is outweighed by all the great features (including the reasonable price) as well as bonus points for being kind to the environment. I would definitely recommend this case. - Marware'

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I purchased this bag from another retailer just on a whim. I am pleased with the size and style. It is large enough for my 15 inch laptop with padding on that side of the bag and still leaves room for lunch, files, shoes etc. I particularly like the side accessory pocket and the fact that the bag zips shut. It is neither too small nor too large. It has the side pocket that can be used for a drink or small umbrella. The straps are neither too long nor too short; long enough to go over my shoulder and short enough that it is comfortable to carry in my hand without fearing the bag will drag the ground. Makes a great bag for taking things to/from work and would be very good as a carryon bag when traveling. The weight of the bag is good too; light-weight but still substantial and does not add unnecessary weight. I recommend this bag. High Sierra Shelby Tote (Black )

I commute to work on the subway everyday, so I was looking for a bag that could stand up to that type of punishment, plus be fairly compact so it doesn't take up a lot of space when the trains get crowded. This bag meets all of those requirments. The straps fit easily over my shoulders and don't slip off. The bag itself is lightweight and can fit my lunch, my laptop which is just shy of 16" (the bag has a section for your laptop, but I keep mine in a sleeve and the sleeve fits just fine), my ereader, and some work papers. Although the bag is lightweight, it appears to be very strong. I've been looking for a bag like this for a year and have gone through every incarnation -- from backpacks, tote bags, and even diaper bags, but this one is just great.

I read so many reviews trying to decide between the High Sierra bags, but ultimately went for the Shelby - will use it for carting school books back and forth from class/library/etc. There's a side pocket that fits my 13" MacBook Pro, though I bet it could probably fit a 15" laptop, maybe larger. It's big enough for my books or for traveling but not monstrous. The bottom isn't hard - it won't stand on its own - but that doesn't bother me. The top zippers shut, which is super helpful. Overall, it's cute, good quality, and I'm excited to start using it. - Bag - Women - Totes - Travel'

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Thank you Seidio for finally making a decent case that accommodates for the extended battery on the Thunderbolt. As any fellow Thunderbolt owner knows, the extended battery is a must! The standard battery just doesn't do the job. This case fits the phone and battery perfectly. The belt holster also holds the phone very well. It has a locking mechanism that holds the phone firmly in place. The belt clip swivels, so it can be worn in a vertical or horizontal fashion. The only thing I don't particularly care for is that there is no way to use your built in metal kick-stand with this case, but the plastic one that comes built on to the case isn't too bad. Overall, this case is exactly what I've been looking for! Seidio CONVERT Extended Case for HTC Thunderbolt (fits 2750 / 3200 mAh batteries)

The Seidio CONVERT Case for the HTC Thunderbolt equipped with the 2750 mAh extended battery (and cover) fits perfectly and works great. I love the fact that my 4G LTE phone is now MIL-STD certified for drops from reasonable heights. I wish that the case also provided MIL-STD certification for dust and submersion in water, but I feel comfortable with the improved dust and water resistance provided by the rubberized inner shell.



I specifically wanted to write this review to comment on the Seidio Ultimate Screen Guard that comes in the kit, which requires special care to apply without air bubbles forming. I ended up using my lens cleaner kit (that I use on my expensive DSLR lenses) to clean the touchscreen on my phone before applying the screen guard. If you run into problems, simply clean the screen guard with Scotch tape strips and start over. Only after I cleaned my touchscreen and screen guard was I able to apply the screen guard without air bubbles forming; it honestly looks like there is no screen guard installed.



I was also concerned that the total package would add a significant amount of heft to my smartphone, but this is simply not the case; the CONVERT Case is a quality lightweight package. I recommend this case kit for anyone looking to ruggedize the HTC Thunderbolt.

I do all types of remodeling and construction. This case is perfect! A bit bulky, but it protects the Thunderbolt very well. Thick, rubberized edging to protect the entire phone. Flaps that seal fairly well at the various ports keep the majority of the dust out. Also, there is a cover for the camera lens that no other Thunderbolt case has! I love it!

When I bought my Thunderbolt it felt a bit delicate in my hands and hard to hold on to. Now with my Seidio Convert case, it is comfortable and easy to hold. I was a bit surprised at how much more it weighs, but that wasn't really a major concern for me. Fits perfect. Sometime I pick it up just to hold it...It feels so solid. One word of caution, maybe it was just me, don't remove the battery door. I thought that one of the pieces was meant to replace the battery door and found it messed up my wireless and gps services. Once I put my battery door back on, I was fine. The instructions were a bit vague.

It is currently the only extended battery ruggedized case available for the Thunderbolt.



The things that could be better are as follows.

Clip on top gets caught on the silicone skin when placing back into holster. (You just have to watch what you're doing)

The kickstand that is built in can not be opened with you fingers. (You'll have to pry it open with a key or other small object)

The silicone door over the camera lens has to be held open while taking pictures. (It has a push in slot that doesn't work)



The good things about it.

It is a very good case with excellent padding and protection from everyday use.

The size and feel of it is just great. (Feels like you have a real phone again, unlike the cheap plastic feel of most phones these days)

I never even come close to running the battery dead in a day. (I was always scared to use the extended battery without a case)



It is a very good case and I'd recommend it to anyone.

I really like this product. A little tricky putting it together but worth every second of effort. This thing is solid as a rock! If you don't mind the added weight of an extended cell phone battery and the additional layers of protective shell casing, then this is a solid (literally) choice. Go for it! - Htc Evo 4g - Case - Proglide - Fusion'

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Rechargeable Batteries - rechargeable batteries, battery

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I got the NB-1L battery when I bought my Canon Powershot S200, and I've since bought two extra batteries, one Canon (the battery reviewed), and one DigiPower equivalent.The original Canon batteries perform noticably better than the DigiPower battery, and they also stay fairly cool, as opposed to the DigiPower battery that gets dangerously hot during operation. I've had no problems running my Canon batteries, but the capacity is not all that impressive - hence the 3 batteries. An absolute minimum here would be two batteries for your camera.On my S200 with the LCS screen on, I can get somewhere between 75 and 150 pictures out of one fully charged battery. With the LCD screen off (only a 2 second preview after each picture), I can get around 200 (sometimes a few more) pictures out of one fully charged battery.I've been using my newest battery for about 10 months, and so far I haven't noticed any decrease in capacity. It appears to hold its charge very well for weeks at a time.I would probably have given it a 2 star rating if I took the general battery capacity into consideration, but since you don't have any real options to this general battery type, I'll give it an overall 5 star rating. It performs better than other brands for my camera, and I've been very happy with it in all aspects.I would also recommend that you to buy this battery and not a Canon equivalent from another manufacturer. This battery's worth the extra money!!! Canon NB-1LH Battery Pack for Canon S100, S110, S200, S230, S300, S330, S400, S410 & S500

We have had our Canon S400 for about 4 months & it has been wonderful -- as well as the Canon battery. The charge lasts for a pretty long time. We bought a generic battery (from an individual seller off this site) for a backup. It died in a little over a month. Don't bother trying to save money - just get the real thing (which this is).

If you have a Canon Powershot for more than a couple of weeks (and use it) you will inevitably come to the conclusion that you need a second battery. I have the S410 and the battery indicator only comes on when you have around 4 flash photos worth of power remaining. Then you're out of luck until the battery is recharged. If you have a spare you can go on shooting until the other is recharged. It's a win-win situation and worth the price. My brother-in-law has an earlier powershot and has experimented with non-canon batteries and his conclusion is that it is worth the premium to buy canon's battery. My recommendation: get an extra battery and go with Canon. Plus if something goes wrong you can call up Canon and not worry about voided warranties and what not. You will not regret this purchase.

Bought a generic battery (less than $15, with S/H) at the same time with the S400 about a year ago. Use both batteries (50-50%, all the time). Now the Canon one is still working like new, the generic one can't hold any charge.



Guess the old saying is right :)

I've read the other reviews on this item and these people know what they are talking about. DO NOT BUY GENERIC. ONLY BUY CANON BRAND BATTERIES FOR YOUR CANON CAMERA. I've tried the cheapie $5 generic battery, it didn't even last a week. I have also paid about $35 for a digipower which is sold at some stores in place of Canon at about the same price as Canon so you would think you are getting a good product for your money. WRONG! I have had my Canon battery for almost 4 years, and my friend has had one for 2 years, they both work as well as when we first purchased them. The hold a charge for a long time. Just beware when you're looking to save a buck, you'll regret it, I sure did. Having a back-up battery is a fantastic idea, but only if it actually works!

Like many others, I am constantly worried about having enough battery power while on vacation, and thus, I am always tempted to purchase an extra battery. When it comes to batteries, this one is exception. Extremely light weight and incredibly durable. I took over 200 photos in one day, utilizing my S500's built-in flash indiscriminately. At the end of the day, I still had power left over to spare. But before you decide to purchase an extra battery, you should experiment with the NB-1LH battery that comes with the camera. Purchasing an extra battery may be overkill for your needs. However, if you want an extra battery as a backup, this one is the only way to go. You won't regret it, whereas with an off-brand, you're rolling the dice.

This is the one area in which I insist on buying an OEM battery. I always buy generic-- film, breakfast cereal, even printer cartridges. But with batteries, I found the hard way that you can't do that. I bought two off eBay, thinking it was cost-effective(you can get approximately 12 generic batteries for the price of a Canon one), but they lost their charge entirely after a month or two.



I have two of these batteries. They still hold a pretty good charge after 10 months of use. Recently, for example, I was at an event where I took nearly 100 flash photos and perhaps five minutes of video(I have an S500... video drains the battery), and the battery still had power left enough to take more photos the next day-- and upload data to my computer.



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I bought these simply to take a chance on the price/product. I am VERY pleasantly pleased. I have thus far burned 6 of them on my 2010 Mac Mini Superdrive. They ALL work perfectly in all of the players I have tested them on, including my old finicky Sony DVD/Karaoke player. I burned them at 6X speed - no problems, wanted to simply see if they would work without slowing them down. They did. Media identifies as "RICOHJPN D01". These are inkjet printable and I printed on all of them using my Epson RX595 printer. Flawless. Very pleased with this purchase and the seller. Optical Quantum 8X 8.5GB DVD+R Double Layer Blank Disc White Inkjet Hub Printable, 50 pcs

I was hesitant at first to buy these as I had never heard of the brand, but the price was very good and I was needing some inkjet printable DVD+R DL. So far I have been very impressed. I've been through 15 with no coasters, also I have a Epson RX680 printer that works wonderfully on these, the picture comes out great and does not smudge. I recommend these DVD+R DL and will be buying them again.

We own a dance studio and recently had a showcase that we also videoed. With the rising popularity of Blu-ray and the recent purchase of an HD video camera we decided to give our patrons an option of a Standard Definition DVD or a High Definition, AVCHD, DVD (incidentally, the AVCHD DVD only plays in a Blu-ray player or Play Station 3). We also wanted to make up a personalized label so it was either Litescribe or Printable disks to run through our Epson R300 photo inkjet printer. Once the video was edited, rendered and then a disk image created, we saw that the Hi Def image was 8.1 GB. I made a trial disk using some DVD+R DL stock that I had on hand and the video played perfectly. I have looked in our local stores, but none of them carry Litescribe or printable dual layer DVD's so my only option was to order them. I found these on Amazon and I have been very pleased. I burned 20 copies of our showcase without a hitch and all played as expected. I then designed a label and ran them through the printer. Again, no problems. I will be ordering these DVD's again. I will try to upload a picture because the write up does not quite make clear the printable area. Some printable DVD's have a large hub opening, these do not. The center hole is .60" and the center opening for the labeling is .88", so your labels will have a center hole about nickle size instead of a silver dollar.

I make a lot of my own DVDs at home and like to make them look as professional as possible, which is why I like having the printable label on the top. Finding cheap DL DVD's with Printable labels can sometimes be hard. Usually I can find packs for around $1 disc, but I paid $35 for 50 with these. Great price point right away. I also haven't had 1 become a coaster on me, so they're definitely good quality. This can be different with every computer. It all depends on your burner and its compatibility with the discs. I use an LG Bluray Burner Model #WH10LS30. I also use a low speed when burning as higher speeds can increase the chance of failed burns. These can burn at up to 8X, i never go above 4X. So I cant review burn speed. The Printable label looks great once printed on. No signs of fading or smudging.



Overall these are great discs and I plan on buying more. If you are unsure if they will be compatible with your burner, there are 10 packs out there you can buy to try them out. You probably shouldn't buy the 50 pack until you are sure, But I seriously doubt you will have any issues.

These Optical Quantum discs were identified with 'DVD Identifier' as being made by RICOHJPN. I've burned about 10 of them so far using both layers, and haven't had a 'coaster' yet. I'm extremely satisfied with the quality.



Like the awesome Optical Quantum single layer Blu-ray discs (manufacturer PHILIPS), these have a bonded matte white writing surface that cannot fly off at DVD speeds. I use Sharpie markers to label my discs, but people with inkjets that have disc feeders can print fully right on to the disc.



Highly recommended!

I've tried several different brands of blank media for CDs, DVDs, and Dual/Double Layer DVDs. It always seemed the more data they could hold, and the more they cost the more often I would need to toss them in the trash. The last batch of Dual layer DVDs I bought I threw nearly half them away. That is not the case with these!



The labels are pure white which is my preference when it comes to blank media. No words or strange symbols anywhere, just blank space to write. I used 20 of the DVDs already and have had ZERO failures so far. I use a Samsung dual layer DVD burner and it seems to work great with it. These DVDs seem to write faster with my burner than other brands I've used. I will never buy another brand of dual layer DVDs again.

I am an amateur video producer who creates 2+ hour long vidoes of children's theater. I have used disks from RiData, Verbatim and now Quantum. While I was able to make several DVDs with the Quantum disks that passed the burn verification stage they have a few problems that the Verbatim disks do not. When played in my older DVD player, these disks will not fast forward at anything more than 2x and will not play backward. With the identical source burned on the same machine, the verbatim disks do. Additionally a few have locked up around half way through then started playing again. I'm assuming this is in the transition between layers. I had hoped to find an equivilant to the verbatim disks for a lower price but have not.



If you plan to use these only with a computer you'll probably be fine, but if you plan to play them on a home DVD player, I'd recommend against it. - Dvd Dual Layer - Dvd Dl - Blank Media - Dual Layer Dvd'

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