Canon Multifunction - canon multifunction, ink cartridge

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I have a Canon MP 620 printer which I think is a great device but it does tend to use a lot of ink (or maybe I just print a lot) so having the 3 pack makes it easy to be ready for when I need to.



What I've found works for me is to get the 3 pack of the PGI-220 and then the color ink (Canon 2946B004 CLI-221 4 Color Value Pack (Black/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow)) in the 4 pack and finally deal with any intermediate outages through an individual purchases.



This means I have replacements for all the ink as needed and never have to urgently get some. Canon PGI-220 Combo Pack - Triple Pack (Black)

When my old, faithful Epson printer died, I did research and upgraded to the Canon Pixma MX 860. I needed a color printer, and wanted something better for my job (I teach part time at a community college, and hand out a fair volume of paper work.) The prints from this printer are fanastic, well beyond anything I've ever printed at home.

However, the printer consumes ink like oxygen. The puny cartridges that come with this printer are tiny and rather expensive. I ran out of black within 3 weeks-with very conservative printer use during those 3 weeks! I had difficulty finding the correct replacements-due to bad serial # marketing from Canon. Turns out Amazon has clones as well as the brand name, but I had to go to Canon's website to find out that the same cartdrige size is used for the Pixma mx 980, mx 860, mp 620, and several other models. Amazon carries the clones, which are not a lot cheaper. Frys and Costco also carry the genuine brand.

I love the printer, but have purchashed a Brother HL-2140 monocolor laser printer to make test copies, black and white prints, and general documentation of bill-pay, etc. The quality of these prints is not anywhere near as nice, but the cost per copy is fantastic.

I keep the Canon printer, and ink-use, for more important print outs, or color. I would rate the ink cartridges higher if they made more copies, the copies they do make are great.

What can I say? Canon ink for a Canon printer? Of course this is a good idea. Some of the generic inks with this newest generation of printers measuring picoliters can clog up the print heads. This ink and the printers it's used in are some of the best Canon has produced. This cartridge seems to last longer than the previous printer I had that uses the CLI-8 ink. I am very pleased with the output quality of this ink.



And this is one of the best prices available for original Canon ink.

I didn't want to take any chances buying another brand (or refilled non-brand). These ink cartridges are expensive, though, and just a few changes in your print settings can double the lifespan.



When on regular print settings, I noticed the paper was saturated in ink & the cartridge used up in no time. So, I changed the printing preferences to "grayscale" and "fast printing". This uses about half the ink and looks just fine to me. In fact, I prefer it because the printed copy comes out dry instead of wet with ink (that then needs to dry and could actually smudge).



Printing in grayscale also saves the other colored inks -- especially when printing coupons or anything else that doesn't require high-quality printing. To further save on ink & avoid printing unnecessary stuff (like logos and advertising on various websites), you can change your print options to "print only the selected frame".



Lastly, when the printer tells you the ink cartridge is empty and needs to be replaced -- just press the "ok" button on the printer and keep doing so it until your ink truly does run out. I was able to print out an additional 25 pages last time.



Happy printing :-)

I was surprised at how soon the black print cartridge that came with my new Canon Pixma MP 620 ran out of ink, but was pleasantly surprised to fine the 3 pack at what appears to be a reasonable price. I must confess that when these empty, I will check on having them refilled.

JH

Basic, simple fact. In this case, buying a three pack from Amazon with free shipping offered savings. Instead of struggling to remember to bid on Ebay, or seeing $20 per single cartridge as the only option,it's easier to committ $34 for a three pack.

Canon's printer will use a cartridge up quickly. Save time and money in this case by going through Amazon. Check prices--you'll see what I mean.

Was a great deal for ink. The ink works superbly well. The only thing of notice was that when I took off the plastic that protects the ink opening, there was quite a bit of excess ink in there that needs draining off. Now that I know to look for it, I can do that without getting it on my fingers. +++

I have a Canon MX860 printer/copier/scanner. It is a great machine. It prints fast and beautifully. But, it is very generous in its use of ink. The Canon black combo pack is one way I can control my costs and avoid buying remanufactured cartridges or brand "X" ink.

We've purchased Canon printer refills from Amazon.com in the past and we will continue to do so. These multiple packs are money-saving items. As always, shipping is fast and the product works perfectly. Thanks, Amazon! - Canon Multifunction - Ink Cartridge - Ink - Pgi-220'

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Ipad Accessory - touch screen stylus, stylus

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I bought the Pogo Sketch as an experiment for drawing on my new iPad, but fully expected to prefer just using my finger instead. I find that using the Pogo Sketch makes it a bit easier to do detailed drawings, and makes it feel more natural to draw on the iPad. I came back here to order two more, in case I lose the first one.



I'm curious to see how quickly the sponge tip wears down. I've been using the stylus pretty heavily since I bought the iPad a month ago, and so far it hasn't shown much wear. Guess the sponge is made of tougher material than it looks!



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[...] Ten One Design Pogo Sketch stylus for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch (Hot Pink)

I absolutely love the Ten 1 stylus. I own four of them! It is the most responsive stylus I've tried. I've bought cheap ones and regretted it. This stylus is pricey, relatively speaking, but it is very responsive and I like the longer length and pen clip. I bought a carrying case for my iPhone, poked a hole in the lining, and carry the pen in the little pocket I created. I like the burnt orange color. I also own pink and silver. I want to ensure that I have a stylus everywhere I go (home, office, car, eetc) because I have a terrible time working my iPhone with my fingers and I don't like fingerprints all over my screen.

Okay so it's pink...very pink. Forgetaboutit!



What this stylus does is look and feel like a pen and write to your iPad with precision. That is worth tolerating a very bad color palate, unless of course you are female, in which case it is probably so stereotyping that you may well prefer another hue.



My own guess is that this device was designed with the iPhone in mind. And given the small screen of the iPhone, the idea was probably that women might want to use something other than newly manicured nails to make phone calls. And then along comes the iPad, and that changed everything except the color.



The iPad screen like the iPhone's is what is called "multi-touch". From a technological viewpoint this refers to the ability of the screen to sense and transmit tiny electrical signals to a process defining the position and pressure of a finger on the screen and respond according. So sensitive is the technology that it generally only recognizes a finger. If you doubt this try opening a contact in your iPhone or iPad with, say, a key. Nothing will happen.



The Pogo stylus acts like a finger, and is treated by the processor just like it is a finger. Now if you are using an iPhone, basically, who cares? You don't need a pen to open a contact. Nor do you need one to open a contact with an iPad. However if all you are using your iPad is to store contacts, you are in a distinct minority.



So why do I call this stylus a necessity? Consider first of all that the iPad is a tool, and often a business tool. Let's say you are making a presentation using Keynote (Apple's version of PowerPoint). You can use the built-in laser pointer during your presentation on the fly with a touch. If you are like me and have big clumsy fingers, you will find that a stylus provides more reliable and precise control than mere fingers. An additional plus is with programs like iAnnotatepdf which allow you to draw in real time you look like you are using a pen or marker rather than finger-paint to anyone so bored with your presentation that they are watching you and not your slides.



And if they notice the color (and how can they not?), perhaps they will just assume you are really too cool to care...or something.

I got one of each of the BoxWave and the Pogo and BY FAR the BoxWave exceeds my expectations. The BoxWave stylus is heavier, built better, and has a few handy features that the Pogo Ten-One does not.



I tried the Pogo and the tip wore down to almost flat with one day of regular use and now is unusable for fear of scratching the glass on the iPad with the aluminum pen housing.



Days of research and finally getting the top two pens to compare side-by-side left me without a doubt... The BoxWave is the ONLY stylus that works and will provide benefit of use. The Pogo is a waste of time and money.



Interestingly enough, as soon as BoxWave came out with their stylus, Ten-One dropped the price of the Pogo by half... maybe they knew the BoxWave was a better stylus too. =)

When I bought my iPad, I was already a Mac user for everything Apple made. I knew you could use a stylus on the iPad, so I wanted one immediately. I never liked the iPhone for anything but pictures and telephoning, as the pad for writing had keys that were too small and too difficult for me. Others text on their iPhone but I could not. I was always hitting the wrong key. Also, I don't like to text as it gives you a double chin! Watch anyone who is texting.



For the iPad, I discovered the stylus worked perfectly. I bought several to make certain I was never out of them and tried different makes. I decided in the beginning the Pogo was the best of all three. Yesterday I got a new iPhone - and guess what? This Pogo stylus works on the iPhone keypad! I had been told you had to use your finger for the iPhone. Maybe I did for my first iPhone, a second generation, but not with the new iPhone 4. I just ordered 3 more stylus in different colors - only this time they are all Pogo. I will keep them available in different places. This is a great gift. The Pogo hooks on the case for the iPad easily and it is small enough to fit in my iPhone case.



Life gets easier and easier, doesn't it?

I bought this with the intent of taking notes in class on my iPad. While it does function as well as a finger does for touching the screen, it is only marginally more accurate for handwriting. If you feel you can adapt your writing to be larger, then you will probably have a more useful experience with it, but I'm better off with a pen and paper. I am still keeping it and giving it 4 stars because it overall functions as designed and I may have better use for it in the future. - Stylus - Ipad Accessory - Pogo Stylus - Touch Screen Stylus'

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Comfort Walking Shoes - walking shoes, easy comfort

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I cannot believe how fantastic these look and feel on my feet! They do run a little big so if you are a 10 1/2 like me, order the ten and they will be just right. It's like walking around on supportive marshmallows! I have found my favorite shoes. I bought them in the taupe color and it is fabulous. I told my mom about them and she bought them in the gold color and is in love with them, as well! These are going to be my Walt Disney World vacation sandals. (She wears an 8 1/2, ordered them in an 8 and they are perfect. Easy Spirit Women's Farran Sandal,Medium Taupe Leather,10 M US

Let me start by saying, I am not a flip flop person... my feet just don't look good in them. I looked at the FitFlops and another brand through Kmart, but just didn't like the way they looked on my feet. I was on a quest for something cute, but very comfortable.



Well, I found it in this sandal and they really are wonderful. It looked good while providing good support for my feet. I have a lot of heel pain and so far these sandals have been wonderful in decreasing that pain. I have only had them about two weeks now, but already I can tell a difference.



I did order one full size down and the fit is perfect. The only thing that I wish is that they came in a wide width. Luckily, the leather is pretty giving which helps in that area.



I have already ordered another pair of these and I am excited to receive them. My feet seem to reject other sandals now! They are used to the comfort of the Farran Sandal. Also... the Easy Spirit website is the place to buy this sandal right now. I just purchased my second pair for only $14.99! A big difference from what Amazon is selling them for currently.



Anyway, I highly recommend these sandals, especially if you are having foot pain, yet want a cute sandal to wear. These really help with the pain and look pretty stylish too! :) Enjoy!

Best price for these anti-gravity shoes are on the Easy Spirit site sale section. I usually take a 9-1/2 and I ordered a 9. They do run big and I probably could have even gone down to an 8-1/2, but that size was not available. They have great cushioning, leather uppers, good sole traction and a dream to wear. I already have another pair of shoes from their anti-gravity line and that line has absolutely heaven-on-earth comfort.

Comfortable, beautiful, lightweight: this shoe has it all! Excellent cushioning, great arch support, all-day comfort -- I even played golf with them! And the sparkly champagne color just tops it all off. Sizing is large: I got a 7 and could have gone with a 6.5. Other than that, a perfect shoe!

This sandal was comfortable from the first step! I am going to order another pair because of the comfort. I have worn them shopping ALL day and my feet and legs did not get tired! I don't wear anything else at home or out shopping!

These really are like walking on air. Very comfortable sandals. They stick out a little more in the front than I like but I can overlook that for the comfort. Like the color too. The picture doesn't do them justice. The color will go with everything. Going to the Caribbean later this year and I look forward to wearing these.

I love these sandals. I bought a pair in a different color last year and was very dismayed to find that the style had been discontinued this year. Finally I found these on Amazon! Thank you Amazon. The antigravity soles provide exceptional cushion and support.

I'm really into walking. I walk a 5-7 miles/day on hard NYC pavement, and these are by FAR the best sandals I've tried. Truly, it feels like walking on air, and even after recently walking 13.1 miles, I had no foot discomfort whatsoever. Far more expensive sandals, including Naots and Danskos, weren't nearly as good.

These are not the most attractive sandals, but they are so perfect for walking that I don't care. I also have five pairs of the anti-gravity Easy Spirit shoes, which are amazing, too. I'm totally spoiled by the anti-gravity soles and honestly, most other shoes feel uncomfortable now by comparison.

These sandals are longer than they should be. I wear them but am looking for something more attractive as these make me feel clownish. I hesitate to order shoes online again as I feel that I really need to try on shoes before making a purchase. When your feet hurt from the shoes you're wearing you might as well get rid of them, as they will ruin your whole day. - Walking Shoes - Easy Comfort - Easy Spirt - Comfort Walking Shoes'

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College Ruled - college ruled, school paper

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I don't know what the deal is with teenage boys, but binders look like war zones with crumpled, half torn and tattered pages. This is the answer!!! The reinforcement is like plastic tape along the edge, through which the holes are punched. Genius!!! And there are 100 sheets, not 75 as the reviewer below mistakenly reports. The wide ruled has 110 sheets. Both qualify as 75 points in the Mead promotion. Five Star Reinforced Filler Paper, College Rule, 100 ct (17102)

Why the huge REINFORCED ***** label in the reinforcing band?! I bought this paper when they first came out and I don't remember seeing that on them. It's ugly as hell!



Oh and yeah, expensive, but very nice durable paper.

As both an AVID teacher and a mom, i highly recommend this product. Pages stay in place. Saves buying and trying to put on those little hole protectors (or tape and re-hole punch). We got exactly what we ordered. We got the 100 sheets. And, the price was cheaper than the local Staples (and with Amazon Prime it came in two days with no shipping cost). Can't be beat!

There were 8 stores with price from $3.03 to $5.29 each pack. I ordered 8 packs of $3.03, and paid extra handling fee $8.82. Delivery was very fast on next day than they promised for 4-6 days. But the package and the paper was different than what I saw on web and what I bought from Walmart before, The reinforce plastic is very weak. Very disappointed.

This has advantage of not needing other reinforcers, but it is expensive compared to paper without reinforcers. I found myself telling the kids not to waste them, such as doodling or as a work paper. It almost defeats the purpose of being a notebook paper.

My teenagers in high school refuse to use any other looseleaf paper, because these sheets with reinforced holes don't get ripped from their binders. I gave it 4 stars, not 5, because the description says they are packs of 100, but actually there are only 75 sheets in a pack. The description should be changed by Amazon. - Paper - Filler Paper - School Paper - College Ruled'

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Waterproof - waterproof ink, bottled ink

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I write with Noodler's Black (the brand's "standard" black ink) almost every day because I can't always choose the paper to write on. Noodler's Black can be used for two-sided writing on bad paper, even newsprint, which is rare among all the fountain pen inks in the world.



I also write with Noodler's Black because it's waterproof, forgery-proof, good-looking, and pleasantly smooth during writing. I confidently write checks with Noodler's Black, and it is safe for signing valuable or important documents too (when black is an acceptable color; ask your lawyer).



Please keep in mind that the Noodler's company carefully says which of the brand's colors are waterproof and which are not. In my experience Noodler's Black is by far the best Noodler's color for writing on both sides of bad paper.



One behavior you might notice, if your pen's nib is an exposed metal surface (not covered with colored enamel), is that Noodler's (standard) Black spreads itself over exposed metal surfaces. This "nib creep" is harmless behavior because the ink doesn't run down onto the grip area. Wiping the ink off the nib is only temporary; more ink will soon spread to replace what you wiped off. Again, this is harmless behavior and a very small price to pay for the security of your marks, signatures and important handwritten texts. Noodler's Black Waterproof Fountain Pen Ink - Bulletproof

[For the record, I used this ink with the Cross Century II Medalist medium-nib fountain pen.]



Like others have said, this ink has some impressive qualities.



As soon as I opened the bottle (the bottle is glass, and attractive - like the bottles of old), I noticed that it was full to the very brim. While subjective looks have nothing to do with the quantity of ink one actually gets, it's helpful in getting the nib in deep enough not to pull up air, but not so deep that it's overly dirtied.



This ink wipes off of solid surfaces easily - it's much easier to clean off than the Higgins Fountain Pen India I used before. It also doesn't seem to cause "nib goo" on the underside of the nib - which was a regular occurrence with the aforementioned Higgins, particularly when drawing (I draw as well as write).



I decided to see exactly how waterproof this stuff is. While it wasn't a scientific test by any stretch of the imagination, I licked my finger, and rubbed over a completely blackened portion of a sketch I did - and none ended up on my fingertip. The drawing showed no effect, either.



The pen writes more smoothly than before, as well as starting more quickly after pauses with the cap removed.



All-in-all, I think I'm sold on this stuff from now on. =:o)

I just bought my first fountain pen a few months ago, Lamy Safari Charcoal Fountain Pen - Charcoal, Medium Nib L17M bought the converter for it, Lamy Safari Converter Z24 and proceeded to fill it with this fine Noodler's black "bulletproof" ink. I do a majority of my writing in Moleskine journals, Moleskine Large Ruled Notebook and while the paper can sometimes be inconsistent when accepting fountain pen ink, (bleeding & feathering) I have not have had any problems with this particular ink. I also have a bottle of Noodler's Le Colour Royale (a dark purplish blue) and unfortunately, that particular color does bleed & feather slightly in the same Moleskine. Le Colour Royale is not Bulletproof/waterproof, and I wonder if that's the difference.



Of note, there are many journals that can handle fountain pen ink with no bleeding at all, such as Clairfontaine and Miguel Rius. I'm just partial to the Moleskines.



I love using the Black Noodler's ink for doing pen & wash watercolor art.



I think this is a reasonably priced product, and I'm quite pleased that it's made in the USA, which I try to buy as often as possible.

When researching inks (the Fountain Pen Network forum is a great resource), one will quickly find that Noodler's Ink is very popular among those interested. The company produces an unusually wide selection of inks. Despite this range, each ink is generally well-balanced and behaved. Their Bulletproof Black is no exception - it's a very well behaved ink that doesn't feather or bleed. The fact that it's waterproof on paper gives me peace of mind, and if I wrote checks, I would probably do it with this ink. The only negative thing that I can think of is that this ink and many other Noodler's Inks exhibit so-called "nib-creep." While writing, you'll notice that some ink comes out of the slit on the nib and creeps outwards. Some may consider this unattractive, but I'd say that the other positives greatly outweigh this problem. Besides, I sort of like the look of a little ink on the nib.



An individual bottle of Noodler's ink may seem a little expensive at first, but when I buy one, I really feel like I'm getting my money's worth. Each bottle is 3 ounces, which, in case you don't have a fountain pen, lasts a very long time. I'm a college student, and even if I write with the same ink for an entire semester, every day, I'd be surprised if I'd make it a third of the way through the bottle.



To be honest, I think that Noodler's Ink makes a good role model for a small businesses. They're very generous in the amount of ink per bottle - each one is literally filled to the brim; make sure you don't spill when you first open it! And of course, they're based in the USA, which gives me a little sense of pride. Overall, the ink and the company behind it deserve 5 stars.



Amazon, on the other hand, could do some improvement. The ink was pretty poorly packaged, and I felt that it was a little miracle that it didn't shatter during shipping. Amazon or whoever packages it should put some more bubble wrap around the ink bottle to be safe.

Noodler's black is an excellent product that has worked perfectly for me in a wide variety of pens. It's not the blackest black on the market (Noodler's Borealis Black is the blackest of the 25+ black inks I've tried), but standard Noodler's black is black enough, and it's amazingly tenacious once it's dried on paper.



I've put samples under a faucet for fifteen minutes with hot water pouring over them, soaked them in concentrated bleach solutions overnight, hit them with every conceivable cleaner from carpet cleaner to dry cleaning fluid, and the writing's still there. Noodler's black bonds with paper using cellulose-reactive dyes, and that bond is extremely strong.



When using a wet pen, sometimes extra ink is laid down on the paper. The ink that bonds with the cellulose is permanent, but any extra ink that's laying on top is not. Water will rinse away the excess ink, but the writing will be as strong and as solid as when it was first written.



I've found Noodler's black very easy to rinse out of my pens and off of my skin. Because the ink has to bond with cellulose to become permanent, it rinses very easily compared to other inks labeled as "permanent". It will bond with the cellulose in cotton fabric, so be careful not to spill it on cotton clothes. Pour it on synthetic fabrics, though, and it comes right out. I had a small spill on my carpet, and I cleaned it up with paper towels and water, without leaving any stain behind. Additionally, Noodler's black is pH neutral, so it won't eat through some metals the way acidic inks can.



I've been using Noodler's black for years, and it's performed flawlessly as I've worked my way through multiple bottles. - Waterproof Ink - Bottled Ink - Noodlers - Fountain Pens'

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Mercier - mens watch, baume

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I bought this a few days ago and am really happy with the purchase. I have been following this watch for a while and have been to jewellers to get a price on this item and also to know more about the brand. Baume & Mercier is one of the oldest watch makers ever! The Riviera is a classic piece that doesn't look boring, even though it was first created in the 70s'. It is light on the wrist and suitable for all occasions. I like it and would strongly recommend it! Thanks Amazon! Baume & Mercier Men's 8723 Riviera Chronograph Date Watch

I got this watch because is beautiful, elegant and sport. But it has a malfunction in the date mechanism, i am very, very dissapointed because is a brand new product, there are no reasons to sell a product with malfunctions.I save at least 2300 dlls, the Riviera line is out of market, that's why the very good price, but take care in your buys through the internet.Baume & Mercier Men's 8723 Riviera Chronograph Date Watch

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Beautiful watch; though, it arrived with a malfunction, as the date adjustment has was not working. I had to bring it to my jeweler's in order to get it fixed. The extra charge on top of the purchase price was considerable and made this transaction less of an attractive deal.

I just bought this watch and I can't believe I did not like it in the begining only because of the plastic band, since all my watches do have stainless steel band.

I have been receiving great compliments about this watch as it is very sporty and at the same time it looks very elegant.

The plastic band feels smooth against my wrist, it is not heavy or bulky.

Beautiful watch.

I thought it was the perfect watch for my needs, unfortunately it was defective when it arrived. The tachymeter hand was positional and would get stuck at the 12 o'clock position. I returned it and I am still awaiting a response. One would think, someone would evaluate it prior to mailing. I am just very disappointed. - Baume - Mercier - Mens Watch'

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Environmentally Friendly - floods, compact fluorescent

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I have been using these TCP compact fluorescent floods for one year now. I originally bought a CARTON/BOX full of them, which (if I recall) is something like 48 bulbs. I installed them in our new 6,000 sq.ft. home, which has around 40 ceiling cans. After a year of use, I can honestly report the following:



1) The bulbs are very dim when first energized, and require a minute or more to reach a usable brightness level.

2) Many of these bulbs fail prematurely (6 out of 40, so far) due to their cheap electronic ballast. I've given up on contacting TCP and getting replacement bulbs - after two calls (and two dead bulbs), the gal thought I was lying and trying to get free bulbs.

3) As they age, these bulbs assume an ugly yellow color while "warming up" (remember... it takes a minute or more for them to actually reach a usable light output and a white color). If you replace one in an area with several, it is very noticeable! The old ones will light up "yellow" and dim, while the new one will light up "white" and dim, but warm up much faster than the old ones.



I was hoping TCP produced a quality product, but it's obvious now that they use the cheapest (and under-rated) materials possible. It's been a pain replacing these bulbs, given that I have 10' ceilings in most rooms, and 30' vaulted ceilings in the entry and stairway area.



Are they a good deal? Only if you get them at a very discounted price (which I did) and you buy 15% more than you need, as replacement stock. My outside ones (in a covered area, not exposed to water) only lasted two months! I'm putting incandescents back into those areas, as I'm tired of changing bulbs and wasting my money on TCP's. TCP 14-Watt Soft White Compact Fluorescent Flood Light Bulb (6 Pack)

Coming from years of lighting sales I know to "burn in" fluorescent bulbs by leaving them on for 12hrs the first time, that's supposed to fix the slow-start issue. These take at least 2 - 3 minutes to go from dim to bright. Once bright they look really good, but they take too long for our bathroom, people are done in there before the lights come on



I would say to use these for lights that are on all the time, but if you turn them off and on regularly, they are no good at all.

At the time of this review, these bulbs are selling for way cheaper than any comparable bulbs I've found. I've had them installed for just a few hours and they are working well so far. All bulbs arrived in working conditions and they warm up pretty quickly.



My only complaint is that the color of the light seems a little cooler than 2700k. Not by that much, but it's noticeable to someone like me who really likes warm light.

Pros:

-All 18 are still working after 8 weeks

-Price



Cons:

-Hard to believe these are 2700

-Regardless of how they rank to others of the same type, the room is still very dark when I flip the switch. Have had times when I will just turn the lights on early in anticipation of needing the room which, of course, defeats some of the energy savings. All 18 behave the same so this is by design.

Pros:

1. Good price - even cheaper now than when I bought the first batch.

2. Good color - not incandescent warm, but warmer than other CFLs we have.





Con:

1. One burned out after 3 days. The other 13 installed still going strong though.

2. They take a while to fully light. Someone said 20 seconds. Our experience is closer to 45-60 seconds.

I bought these to replace flood lamps in a basement. We have about 10 lamps in the room so I thought it would help saving energy and money. There is a noticable difference in brightness and color from other bulbs with the same specifications. Also it is very obvious that they have a non flood shaped cfl inside.

For near the price of six incandescent bulbs, you can buy these six CFL bulbs. The color is very similar to my remaining incandescent bulbs, although the CFL is a lot brighter after it warms up. It comes on dim, but becomes fully bright after about 20 seconds. Some people have a problem with this, but it doesn't bother me.

The price is very good. Unfortunately, one of the six bulbs stopped working within a single day. I probably could have returned the package but did not want to go through the hassle of returning all six bulbs when only one of six is broken. Getting five bulbs for the price is still a good deal. I'm just disappointed by the quality and that I'll have to dispose of one immediately. - Energy Efficient - Floods - Compact Fluorescent - Compact Fluorescent Bulbs'

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