Saturday, 27 March 2010

Science Fiction - star wars, kindle


Similar to the first novel in this series this felt incomplete. It did progress the story further but the author would be better off including this and the previous book in one novel with still more storyline. Based off the exerpt in the last book (almost as long as the novel in the last book), it seems like this series is trying to build a background story for an upcoming novel rather than standing alone as a series.



Again approximately half the download was a preview for another novel, which appeared to be more interesting than the initial story. Unlike last time this upcoming story appeared to be unrelated to the Lost Tribe Of Sith plotline. Star Wars: Lost Tribe of the Sith #2: Skyborn

I found myself enjoying 'Skyborn' just a hairline more than the first offering 'Precipice'. Sadly, there isn't enough going on in the story to grab me and I found myself just going through the motions waiting to reach the end. With that said, I am hopeful that this series will improve with each new addition and that John Jackson Miller will give readers the kind of quality storytelling that will make Star Wars fans lose their minds. Having previously heard Miller say that he has something special up his sleeve, I'll continue to follow the series with some optimism. But I will be doing so with my fingers crossed.

After reading the entire Star Wars:Legacy of the Force series I decided that I would commit to the next one, the Fate of the Jedi. In the second book in the series (Omen)we are introduced to a new Sith culture, one that has been accidentally seperated from the rest of the galaxy for the last 5000 years. This is very different from the "There can only be Two" Sith culture, which makes sense since they missed the whole rise of Darth Bane, the Sith Lord that founded the rule of two.



This short story, The Lost Tribe of the Sith: Skyborn, continues in telling the back story on how the Sith not only ended up on the planet Kesh but managed to rule it and it's inhabitants. Set 5000 years before time of The Fate of the Jedi we are introduced to a galaxy full of Sith. If you plan of reading TFOTJ series this will give you insight into some of the most interesting and complex villians to inhabit the Star Wars expanded universe in some time. I am guessing there will be several short books in this series, each timed to gather interest in the Fate of the Jedi stories. Far from being just a publicity vehicle I found the story intriging and engaging. It adds to the legend of some of the baddest guys in the galaxy, the Sith. I look forward to the next stories in this clever series.

Like others have said this is not really a novel, it is part of a short story. It could have been a great story, but there is not enough there to tell. No character development, interesting action, or anything of worth. It may be free but don't get it anyway.

This is an excellent short story! I was intrigued with 'Omen' and have to say that this addition is building into a very interesting storyline.



One appealing plot line is how the Sith are being portrayed as somewhat "normal" humans with Force abilities, not the diabolical, evil cult we've always heard about. There are obvious undertones of an ulterior motive - allowing the natives to believe they are 'gods'; trying to explain away cold blooded murder, etc - but there is also a notion of civility. You might even say there is a hint of compassion in there.



I hope this storyline continues throughout the 'Fate of the Jedi' series... it will be interesting to see how things play out.

I am kind of a Star Wars nerd, I've read at least 30 of the extended universe novels, so when I saw this short series for free on the Kindle store, I was naturally excited. The story was enough to keep me interested, different that what I was expecting, but still a very nice addition to the Star Wars universe. Having read them, I can honestly say I would pay to read them again!

Star Wars: Lost Tribe of the Sith #1: Precipice was an intriguing opening chapter to the Lost Tribe of the Sith series, but it left a lot wanting. Skyborn takes up that mark and starts to move in the right direction. The author gets the chance to show his world-building skills a bit, and it comes off well. The exploration of the society is certainly entertaining, as is their reaction to the arrival of the Sith. This piece didn't blow me away, but I'll be here for round three. - Star Wars Books - Star Wars - Kindle - Science Fiction'


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32 Inch 1080p - hdtv, 32 inch 1080p


This is an excellent TV. I got it on eBay for $475.00, the setup was very easy and it connected to the Internet without any problems. The only application that wouldn't work was Pandora. A live chat with technical support wasn't any help. They wanted me to clear the entire memory. But I knew that all of the other Internet applications were working just fine and that it wasn't a problem with the Internet connection. Pandora would load all of my radio stations and then it would just freeze up. The little loading circle in the top right-hand corner would just keep going around and around. I started doing an Internet search and found the solution. I will share it with you in a moment. I really feel that Vizio Tech support should know how to fix this problem, after all people have been complaining about this for more than seven months now. So if Pandora doesn't work here is the simple solution that I found on a Facebook thread. God bless the person who figured this out.



From the HDTV settings widget;



1. Go to "Network"

2. Manual setup

3. DHCP - Off



This fixed Pandora on my set as well as many people on Facebook who also have a wireless connection. However, those with an Ethernet connection may not find that this solution works, but it might be worth a try.



I would like to see a widget for an Internet browser. This seems like the only thing that is missing from this fabulous WiFi TV.



Netflix does work on this television. You need to have a subscription to Netflix. To set it up go to the Netflix widget on your TV and get the code. Then log on to your computer and find the TV set up on Netflix's webpage (this took a little searching to find but it is there). Enter the code on the webpage and wait a few minutes. You will be able to watch all of the instant downloads after that.



This television has a 120 Hz refresh rate which is much better than most TVs in the same class. You get a lot for your money with this model. I would highly recommend it to all my friends and family with confidence. VIZIO XVT323SV 32-Inch Full HD 1080p LED LCD HDTV with VIA Internet Application, Black

My Sony Wega expired a couple weeks ago, so when it came time to browse for my new television I searched for the lastest in tv tech. LED-LCD was the response I was always given from sales reps and friends. After having been witness to (and/or previously owned) Sony SXRD, Sony LCD, Samsung DLP and Samsung Plasma televisions I agree that LED-LCD offers the best PQ I've ever seen. The only concern is cost. That's part of what made this product appealing.



Even though Vizio's product is at the bottom of the price spectrum, don't confuse low-cost with low-quality, this television is quite excellent. The initial startup setup is quick and easy. The wireless connectivity works very well as I've been able to use Netflix instant streaming with no complications and far stronger ping connection than streaming via an Xbox360. There are about forty various other widgets available: Pandora, Rapsody, Facebook, Twitter, Yahoo! Fantasy Football, etc. So if you love to be "connected" this television will be right up your alley.



I am more than satisfied with this purchase. I highly recommend this product.

Great TV for a great price. I bought it at Sam's Club for $598. I bought it to watch movies and TV shows in my garden as it requires no cable connections to stream TV programs and movies. I also use it as a computer screen with my Mac. USB outlets don't work yet but according to some reviews they will be operational by the end of this year with a firmware update. I like everything about this TV. It's the best one I've ever owned. Netflix, Vudu, Amazon VOD work without a glitch. It has a bluetooth connection for a remote and headsets.



I don't understand the other reviewer who couldn't watch Netflix on it. It works great with this TV but you need a subscription to Netflix to be able to use it. Vudu movies stream in various resolution and you pay per movie. Again, you need to sign up online with your credit card to be able to use it.

I live roughly 30 miles outside of Chicago, and my monthly cable bill has gotten completely out of control. Decided to try to live without it for a while. This TV makes it nearly painless. Already have a wireless router for laptop and phone.

Bought this TV from Amazon since they beat every price I could find on this exact model. Arrived in less than a week. Smartest packaging ever! Four easily removed clips and the box lifts off a small base carton holding the TV. Attached TV to included base, loaded batteries (included) into remote, plugged TV in. There is a coax input for an antenna/cable connection. I picked up the cheapest antenna I could find with a coax connector (cost $8.17) and attahed it to the back of the TV.

Followed the Quick Start guide. TV automatically scanned and found 36 network channels; ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, WGN, WTTW, and lots more! I am completely amazed by how great the picture looks with cheap antenna! FREE network TV again!

TV also found wireless router automatically, entered my password, and within moments I was connected to my Netflix account. Endless movies, TV series, and documenteries for $7.99 per month from Netflix. Bye bye cable, - good riddance! Personally, I prefer logging on to my netflix account through my laptop to search for movies/shows then adding them to my saved list. Its faster than searching on the TV interface, but this is a minor complaint.

Really prefer the LED/LCD picture to normal LCD models. Did side by side comparison at Costco. This model also has faster 120hz refresh rate; noticebly better than 60hz. Also, this model upgrades the remote to one with a full slide-out keyboard; very handy for facebook - which this TV also can access wirelessly.

Bottomline: incredible picture, cool remote, free network TV, cheap movies/shows thru Netflix, saves me over $80 bucks in monthly cable bill!

COULD NOT BE MORE PLEASED WITH THIS PURCHASE! - 32 Inch 1080p - 1080p - 120hz - Hdtv'


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Waterproof Camera - helmet cam, full hd


This is close to being a perfect example of a wearable/mountable POV camera. But unfortunately, close isn't quite good enough.



The pros:

Video is awesome, in all of the modes.

Stills are very good quality, the timelapse feature is fantastic.

It's waterproof.

The mounting options are (almost) limitless.



The cons:

It's awkward to set up. Menu is like something from 20 years ago.

Firmware issues have yet to be addressed by the manufacturer. This is inexcusable as the camera has been available for sale for nearly a year.

Audio is useless. They could have saved weight and cost by just not including a mic. The only instance where it even sort of works is when mounted right near a loudish sound you want to highlight, such as an engine.

There are too many instances where "Macgyvering" is required to get the desired result. The quick release mount rattles so you need to tape the base plate, the non waterproof back allows too much wind noise, so you need to tape over the openings, the shutter button rattles, so you need to tape over that. Moral of the story: BUY TAPE.

The support by the manufacturer is not quite adequate. I realize it's a small start up company, but for all the issues with the use of the camera and the handling/editing of the files, they really need to release some conclusive videos or articles to address these concerns.



People who might find this camera useful:

Auto racing enthusiasts

Mountain Bikers

Sailors

Hobbyist videographers looking for those unique shots



People who will likely be disappointed and frustrated by this camera:

Pretty much anyone who thinks they'll be using it as a camcorder.

People who aren't really tech savvy and/or have an older computer

People who don't like to tinker and engineer solutions to make it do what they want.





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As of September 7, 2010, Gopro released the new firm ware for the camera. It seems to have fixed most of the bugs/issues. It also provides the option for upside down mounting. GoPro HD Motorsports HERO Camera

I have used this camera a couple of times since receiving it for Christmas. I have used both the strap mount for my vented bicycle helmet as well as the permanent stick on mount for my dual sport motorcycle helmet. In both cases, the mounts work as well as the camera. I still have the previous generation GoPro HERO in standard definition, but not in the wide field of view lens configuration like the current HD version. I like the wide field of view of this HD model. It is great at giving a very good view of both the trail as will as your handlebar movements while riding both my mountain bike or motorcycle. The quality of the video is fantastic. The files do get large, but that is to be expected with the high resolution of this camera. I have been using a 16GB SDHC card and have filed up about half of it on one battery charge. I would recommend a high speed card reader to improve the download times from the card. A 12 min video was nearly a gigabyte. The battery last I think longer than the previous standard definition camera which ran on AAA batteries. I think that I will buy an additional battery someday for long rides with lots of action.



The only reason I have not given it a full 5 stars is the difficulty in reading the small status screen with all the various modes it has. The same issue I have with the standard definition HERO. The icons that tell you if you are in burst, still, timed, or video mode are very small across the top of the display. The numbers to tell you the number of pictures or videos taken are much larger. It is just difficult if you have the camera mounted on top of your helmet and you try and look in the mirror on your bike to see if the camera is on and what mode it is. You have to use the select button on the front to both turn the camera on and select the right mode. The shutter button is on top and is easy to operator even with gloves. It is not difficult to read the display if you are holding the camera in front of you, but much more difficult when mounted on top of your helmet. You can unclip the camera from the mount, but that can be difficult when it is on top of your helmet.



I am looking forward to the expansion port options being available, like the LCD screen to view the videos in the field. I am also thinking of investing in the chest strap mount so I can get different view over the handle bars as will as making it easier to see the small status display. Other than the small icons telling you which mode, this is a very nice camera that takes very high quality action videos. It is very small and light and easy to use when you have it in the right mode. I would highly recommend this camera to anyone wanting action videos of their bicycling, motorcycle, or skiing activities.

I bought this HD camera to replace a VholdR Wearable Camcorder (Black) which didn't survive getting run over by my SUV. The Hero is a well constructed camera, very solid feeling with quality construction.



Pros: The camera has four modes - video (in several resolutions), still pictures, self-timer still pictures, and interval photos (pictures every few seconds). The lens gives a tremendously wide wild view which is nice for HD's 9:16. It will shoot 1080p, 960p 720p (at 30 and 60 frames per second), and 480 (at 60 frames per second) line resolutions. It uses standard SDHC memory cards and has an internal battery which recharges via a USB cable. The recorded audio is very good both inside and outside of the motor sports waterproof case that came with my kit. Video is relatively good, not as vivid as a dedicated camcorder but the resolution is good. My kit came with a variety of mounts and a suction cup mount for windows and car body use. The waterproof case comes with two backs, one that is watertight and one that is not for better audio when waterproof use isn't required. The kit comes with connectors for connecting the camera up to an HDTV monitor (component video) or a TV monitor (composite video). A neat feature in the menu is that you can flip both the video and still photos so you can shoot with the camera upside down without a problem.



Cons: The quick release mounts have a bit of wiggle to them. The back of the waterproof case can be difficult to lock closed. The menu system is a bit troublesome to use as there are only two buttons and three LCD characters to use. Once set you'll not have to go into the menu very often.



Future: There's a connector on the rear that GoPro plans on using for an external battery or a monitor. Neither are available at the time of this review but they are being worked on.



In use on the trail the mounts worked very well. I used the suction cup primarily to mount the camera to my windshield, bumper, side body panel, and side window. Across rugged rocky trails the camera held firm and the video came out very well. The simple interface was easy enough to use. One button to turn the camera on and select the mode and another to stop and start the recording. - Waterproof Camera - Helmet Cam - Full Hd - Gopro'


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Friday, 26 March 2010

18v Battery - chargers, lithium-ion


I had seen other reviews of this charger that said it could revive old Ryobi 18V NiCds. I have two NiCds that have worked great for several years, but are approaching the end of their lives. One of them, in fact, would no longer take a charge at all from the old NiCd charger. When I put my old batteries on this new charger they both charged well and are very usable again. The only caveat is that the batteries will still lose their charge within about 24 hrs (did I mention they're old :-), but if I know a little in advance when I'm going to need them I can just put one of them on the charger an hour before and I'm set to go for that job. Eventually I am going to get some new batteries (not sure yet if they will be NiCd or Li-ion), but this charger has extended the life of my old batteries at a time when I need to stretch my dollars as much as possible.



There are two lights on the charger that tell you what the charger is doing and what state your battery is in. If you can't remember what this light flashing, or that light on steady means, there is a handy, large reference panel right below the lights so it takes about 1 second to glance down to see what the lights are telling you.



One more thing I like about this charger that the old one didn't have: This one has holes on the back to allow it to be mounted on a wall. One less thing to take up space on the workbench! Also, with it mounted on the wall it only takes one hand to pull the batteries out of the charger. Brilliant! Ryobi 140501001 18V Lithium-ion 1-Hour Battery Charger

I have had this for a little over a year and it worked great with light use. This morning I went over to plug in a battery and noticed the unit seemed completely dead. Tried a different battery and outlet, nothing.



I opened the unit up to see if the fuse had blown and found a small plastic piece rattling around. The piece turned out to be an electrical voltage regulator component that had completely failed, cracking itself in half. Thankfully this failure didn't cause a fire or any additional damage. The fuse remained intact.



This makes me concerned that the design is either flawed or that the components used are of poor quality.

I have both Lithium Ion and NiCad batteries and this charger works well with both. I have a Ryobi drill and electric blower and I use both types of batteries with the charger and the tools. The charger is fast and easy to use. I like the status led indicators on the unit, as well. I am glad I purchased this unit, which was reconditioned.

Thought that all of a sudden all of my ni-cads were toast. No real upgrade option since

Ryobi doesn't offer a battery/charger upgrade for li-ions. Figured it was strange that all my batteries died at once so I popped for this charger. Worst case would have been that my nicads were still toast but it will allow me to upgrade to the better batteries later. Popped each into the new charger. Within a few minutes they were done. I think they held a charge, just needed to be reset or something. They're all working great. Probably will upgrade the batteries this year. But I'll be able to wait until there is a sale on the 2 pks.

I've got a "Chicken and the Egg" scenario with this charger...two brand new Ryobi batteries (NOT lithium...my mistake) seem to hold less-and-less of a charge each time I recharge them. I don't know if it's the charger or the battery. That aside...



...The lights on the left side are too confusing. There's a red and green light, and there are instructions on what each of five scenarios mean...problem is that the red light is either lit, blinking, or off...same thing with the green light. The combination is supposed to mean something, but it's very hard to determine.



Whatever happened to "Red light when charging, green light when done"?



That aside, it feels lightweight (cheap), and you can't pull the battery out with one hand. I have to use my foot and hand if I'm holding my Ryobi tools.



So, just 3 stars. It's "Just OK". - Lithium-ion - 18v - Ryobi - Chargers'


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Dress Socks - clothes, socks


For decades I have been unable to find even a close substitute for the finest socks I have ever worn. Gold toe short, woolen "Canterbury Dress Socks" are not to be matched. I love the feel and comfort, durability, fit and looks of these fine mens socks and wear nothing but them other than tennis socks for sports. I have tried numerous other brands but only to find that I have been penny wise and pound foolish in the attempt. I am committed to Gold Toe Canterbury's for the rest of my life. Gold Toe Men's Canterbury Dress Sock, Black, 3-Pack Sock Size 10-13

These socks are great. I cannot find them in stores anymore. They are the right thickness for me. My feet sweat easily and if a sock is too thin, there isn't enough room for my feet to breathe inside my shoes and they sweat. Contrastingly, if a sock is too thick, they tend to be overly warm and uncomfortable as well. These socks strike the perfect balance between thickness and warmth.

I saw so many good reviews and I expected much more. I bought two packs and of the twelve socks, one had a hole in them when they were shipped. I didn't worry about it and just used the others. The socks have been through the wash approximately 5-7 times. Of the remaining eleven socks, I noticed that two of them had the elastic strings coming through and one has a hole.



I gave them two stars because they are not holding up, but, they are comfortable. A lot of my family members swear by gold toe socks, but, when I tried them, I expected them to last much longer than this.

I have been wearing gold toe socks for about 15 years now, but as other folks have pointed out, they don't seem to last long at all anymore. They don't seem to get holes, but the heal wears away pretty quickly (I just use them for work, no running or anything and nothing different from my older Gold Toes) I did notice that with this last set of socks I bought that they are no longer being make in the USA. I think they may have changed up the material being used at the same time.

These are not cheap socks, but who want to buy/wear cheap socks.



I have been wearing Gold Toe for over twenty years because they are comfortable and durable. Now I am buying them for my son when gift-giving time rolls around.

Gold Toe makes an excellent sock and their "Men's Canterbury Dress Sock" is no exception. The socks are remarkably comfortable. They are not thick; and although they are a bit thinner than other Gold Toe socks they will still withstand lots of wear. They almost never "bunch up" inside my shoes as I walk around and they are very much worth the price. They last longer so the long life of these socks justifies the slightly higher price.



I also like the design of the toe section actually being gold colored fabric. Amazon points out that these socks come in your choice of four different colors: black, navy blue, grey marl and brown. The safest, most conservative choice for the corporate office is the black color; but the other colors come in handy too depending on your work/play "dress code."



These socks can easily be washed in any washer or dryer--but I would heed the manufacturer's warning about not drying them at a high temperature. High temperatures in the clothes dryer cause the sock to wear out faster. The stretch nylon will stretch even more; and then these socks will become just too loose on your feet.



Please note that these are crew length socks. They will not come up your leg to the degree that some other socks will. You may consider them to be "too short." On the other hand, the socks also fit shoe sizes 7 through 12 so it's almost one size fits all.



Overall, Gold Toe is the brand to buy if you want good quality, long lasting socks. The "Canterbury Dress Socks" for men match any attire and they can even be worn in bed on those really cold nights to keep your feet warm!



Highly recommended! May you wear them in good health! SMILE

Great pair of socks. Good thick material and fits well. I like how the sock is big and comes half way up the shin. The only thing is that the ankle part in mine don't match my ankle and come out of the shoe...maybe a should try a smaller size...Still, very good socks...will buy more... - Dress Socks - Socks - Clothes'


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Xoom Accessories


I pre-ordered this cover for my Xoom after looking at the other covers offered on Amazon and not finding one that seemed to work with the Xoom just perfectly. I had to wait 2 weeks for it to arrive and it was WELL WORTH THE WAIT!!!



The quality of the leather is exceptional. The Xoom fits inside the cover just right - not too tight or too loose. There is an opening for everything you need on the tablet itself from charging, to power and volume, to camera. The stitching is very good quality.



The two things I was concerned about when ordering this was if the Velcro would be strong enough to keep the Xoom inside (especially when in portrait position) and the stand - from the pictures it didn't look very sturdy or well designed. First, the Velcro is excellent. It has enough hold to keep the Xoom firmly in whatever position you want it to be. Once in place, your Xoom won't move unless you release the hold. The stand on the back of the cover is actually excellent. It is much sturdier than it looks in the pictures. I found it great that it has a strong magnet to keep it closed when not needed. There is a ribbon that keeps the stand from sliding open more than you want. I've been able to adjust the angle of the stand and have no problems with it staying in place. The stand itself is thick and strong.



The entire cover is sleek and professional looking. It was worth the wait and very much worth the money. I am very happy with it. It is now my favorite accessory I've bought for my Xoom, with the keyboard being my next favorite. I expect it will last a long time and be the protection I need since I carry the Xoom around with me everywhere. When I place my keyboard on top of the open cover, it's the perfect height for typing comfortably.



I believe that this is the best option out there so far to cover your Xoom! Too bad Motorola didn't think of all the little details when designing their cover. And thank heavens this company took the time to do just that! rooCASE Executive Portfolio (Black) Leather Case Cover with Landscape / Portrait View for Motorola XOOM Android Tablet

I initially preordered this case before any reviews had come out so I was skeptical at first. After receiving this case however, I could not have expected anything more. My Xoom fits very nicely inside of the case as the interior detaches from the portfolio allowing for even more flexibility. All of the holes in the case are cut out at very generous junctions allowing for full functionality of the device while still being protected. The best part of this case has to be the kick-stand that allows you to set the device at different angles instead of constantly being required to hold it. This has allowed for many of the type-heavy apps to become more useful as I know longer have to hold it with the same hand that I am attempting to type something with.



All in all, I am very pleased with this case and would purchase from this company again in the future.

looks like leather, feels like leather, smells like leather.....sooooo I guess it is leather...great case for my Xoom. Solid construction, good fit and ALL ports are open without removing case. Stand on back of case great to set on desk at 45 degree angle without removing case.....

Couldn't have asked for a better case. The xoom fits perfectly into the leather sleave,and the entire case is put together very well. The Velcro on the back of the sleave allows for viewing in landscape and portrait. Even when the xoom is enclosed in the zippered case it can be charged due to the duel zippers that allows for a gap to insert the charging plug. The only downside I can find is the fact that the speakers are blocked when the sleave is resting in the zippered case.Even then the sound quallity is affected very little.

The Roocase for Xoom works well as a portfolio type case for the Xoom. It's made well, and made for the Xoom diminsions. The con that I have with it is it's functionality. The inner case that is meant to fit over the Xoom itself slides down over the backward facing camera, and is extremely bulky. The most annoying part is that you must remove the inner case from the cover to turn on the Xoom because of the location of the power button. That means that you rip the inner cover off the velcro to turn on the Xoom then place it back into the cover. I don't use the inner case. I use the rubber mold that came with my Xoom and put it inside the Roocase cover.

First of all, I have to admit that the negative reviewers (the few that there are) actually prejudiced me somewhat so that I didn't expect the product to be as good as the enthusiastic reviewers claimed. Sadly, one of the points that one of the negative reviews pointed out was that the inner case impedes the use of the browser quick menu because the case opening is too close to the active edge of the screen... this problem is a slight annoyance (but can be worked around by deliberately sliding the xoom a bit to one side. So that was the one star deduction from "fits perfectly". Otherwise its snug and secure but not difficult to removed the device completely.



The second problem was that the front-facing camera is partially blocked by the inner case. That was the functionality "ding". However, to offset this, the inner sleeve is ideal for use while relaxing or even holding the xoom while laying in bed. There is just enough surface in just the right places to afford handholds which the xoom doesn't offer.



Prior to buying the Roo case, I had been using the Motorola hard case which has some nice features and a sporty (or almost military) look but has far more drawbacks than the Roo case. Overall I tend to agree with the Roo case enthusiasts. Although the outer case is somewhat larger than the Motorola hard case, I cannot imagine a more professional-looking case than the Roo, and the quality of the materials makes me think that the Roo case is quite a bargain.



Someone said the kickstand isn't strong enough... that assessment is wrong (or at least its not a problem with the item I received) Oh, and don't bother being concerned about leaving the xoom in the Roo case while its docked; the xoom is very easy to remove and install so there's no need to horse around with folding the case just the right way to get it out of the way when docked. Just put the Roo case aside while the xoom is docked.'


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Housebreaking Aids - housebreaking aids, dog diapers


I bought two of these in size medium for my elderly sheltie who suffered from prostate infections (turned out to be cancer), and they were one of the best purchases I've ever made. They worked perfectly for us, although our little guy was extremely tolerant of being handled and wearing things, so he never tried to mess with the wrap, and acted like it wasn't even there.



I bought "heavy" or "overnight" feminine pads at the grocery store WITH WINGS, the wings are very important, and used those as liners. They're wide, and worked great when my little boy just had little drippies. When he was really sick and really let go in his diaper, that's where Tena Serenity for Men bladder pads were necessary. If your boy dog really *goes* in his diaper, or is a bigger dog with more volume, those Tena Serenity Men pads were heaven-sent. They're sort of a triangle shape, so if your boy dog's *ahem* shifts from one side to the other, you are covered no matter what. With feminine pads, if you've got a volume of pee, and your boy dog isn't *perfectly* centered on the pad, you're gonna have some denim diaper washing to do.



I've put these denim diaper-wraps in the dryer, they came out just fine.



Amazon has THE best price on these doggie wraps. Simple Solution Washable Male Wrap, Medium

This wrap works great with thin overnight sanitary pads. Holds the urine and keeps the wall/carpet dry when I can't keep an eye on my little terrier every second. He doesn't urinate alot when he does..just the size of a nickle on the pad (ya he is marking..not having to go) so it really saves the house from smelling like urine when these tiny spots add up. Hopefully someday I will get him to stop marking..neutering as a pup has not prevented his desire to claim all.

If you are considering between sizes..do get the larger size..my dog is 17lbs and the medium just fits him perfect after the initial washing that is reccomended.

I have a territorial 11 month old Yorkshire Terrier. I had to wait to have him neutered because he had to have surgery for a liver shunt. He discovered the joys of marking and thought he owned everything in my house, from the front of my refrigerator and stove to my shoes and vacuum. He's housebroken. He's just bent on total house domination. This diaper garment combined with a regular sanitary pad and my house is mine again. The size small fits my little 4.7 pound guy perfectly and he doesn't mind wearing it. He actually seems to be less inclined to try to mark while wearing it. I bought a few more so I can have some in reserves.



Another reviewer mentioned that the one they got doesn't seem to provide adequate coverage, or doesn't stay put. I'm wondering if maybe they need a smaller size? My Yorkie is a very active dog and spends lots of time rough housing with his 90 pound Rottweiler sister, and it doesn't come loose or move around.

When I recently moved back in with my Mother for a few months, I brought my extremely dominant male dog along as well. The male markings he was making were numerous and causing my mother and I to go crazy! This male garment was my sanity keeper! It has been the greatest help. Although you might have to wash it a lot(depending how often he urinates)I could'nt have asked for a better product. I do;however, put feminine napkins inside the garment for extra protection. Otherwise, It's great, I totally recommend it if you hate cleaning up pee every five seconds!!YUK!!

Even tho the original I got was too small, the large fits my 13 year old Male American Bulldog, I've found it works best for him using the smallest size "baby" diapers, they hold sooooo much more liquid than the pads you can get.

He has prostrate cancer, and poor baby leaks ALL the time and even more so when he lies down, he did figure out how to wriggle out of his "diaper wrap" which is funny to watch, but all in all this product works fine.

I had very serious doubts about this working. I have an Australian Shepherd and bought the large size even though he technically was at the upper end of what the criteria was for a size medium. Glad I did, because it does shrink some in the dryer. We have not had one accident since we got it. It is very comfortable on him (not binding) and he does not mind it at all. It only took about one minute for him to get over the oddness of having it on. He's worn it every day since we got it. I put female thin maxi pads in it. Truthfully though I have only had to change the pad once! Because he has the wrap on, he waits to pee until we take him outside. He has the OPTION to pee if he can't hold it. he can "go" into the wrap/diaper if he needs to, but he chooses not to. The great thing is that he isnt having accidents and marking all over the place. it was terrible, our new carpet was being ruined by him (he's 15 years old). This may sound drastic, but this diaper wrap has SAVED THE DAY and allowed us to NOT consider putting him to sleep. Things were looking dire before I found this. he was peeing in the new house all the time. This is for male dogs only and fits perfectly over their "anatomy" on their lower tummy. I recommend buying two so that if one is in the laundry, you have a spare. We've been getting by fine with one, but I think a spare would be more ideal. I wish I had found this 6 MONTHS ago! If your dog is borderline, buy the next larger size!

What a lifesaver (for my dogs)! Couldn't get them to stop urinating on the floors, my goal was to catch them at it and their goal was to sneak a leak without getting caught, guess who won. These are easy to put on and to pull off when I put them outside. No more puddles on my floors.

Thought I had "lost that lovin feeling", but now its come back. Highly recommend these if you also have a rebellious dog.

First, the sizing shown on the Amazon website is different from the sizing shown on the product package. The package says that small is for dogs up to 15 lb with a 9-13 inch waist. Medium is 15-45, with a 13-21 inch waist. Large is for 45-90 lb dogs with a 21-30 inch waist and x-large is 90-120 lbs. with a 30-32 inch waist. On the product page on the Amazon website, the x-large is said to be for dogs 55 to 120 pounds and waist size of 22 to 40 inches.



I have been buying the x-large for my dog who is about 50-55 pounds with a 28 inch waist. Maybe I should be buying the large, and the large might do a better job.



Even so, I am happy with the product and have purchased four in all, all in the x-tra large.



Bearing in mind that I might be buying the wrong size, and the correct size might do a better job, I still would recommend this product.



This product essentially is a long denim rectangle with a flannel lining. It has elastic on the long ends and sturdy velcro strips on the short ends. There is a pad in the middle which is pretty leak-proof. If I had a complaint, it would be the size of this pad, which is about four inches by six for the x-tra large (guestimate-I didn't measure). You are supposed to place a disposable pad over this area. Based on the suggestions of other reviewers, I did not buy the pads that are recommended. Instead, I have been using the Tena Male Serenity Guards as recommended by another reviewer. I thank him/her for the suggestion.



With the disposable pad or guard in place, the wrap is then placed around the dog and fastened with the velcro strips. Make sure you cover the appropriate area.



With the x-tra large, it does bunch up and gather at both ends, but I have opted to remain with this size primarily because it does not appear to bind and make the dog uncomfortable. He doesn't LOVE wearing it, but he doesn't hate it, either, and I have never seen him try to take it off. I also clean his underside as needed.



Sometimes, there has been a very significant leak which has shown up on my floor in rather long trails. This has only happened twice in a span of a month. However, I believe that I probably did not place the wrap correctly since the disposable guard itself was virtually unaffected.



Usually, if the urination is moderate, there might be a little dampness by the edge. Sometimes, there is no leakage at all. If the urination is heavy, unfortunately, there might be a lot of dampness, but I have only been able to find the guards for "moderate" leakage, so it might not be the wrap that is the problem.



Regardless, it beats the cleaning up I used to have to do. A little leak or dampness every now and then is a lot easier to clean than a trail several times a day. (My dog has Cushing's, a symptom of which is frequent urination.)



The instructions say that it is machine washable but it should be hung dry. However, it takes a LONG time to dry because it is not made of thin materials. I ended up using the dryer, and so far, it's been fine. When it gets warmer, I will try hanging them and see how that works.



The bottom line--is it perfect? No. Maybe some of my complaints would disappear if I bought the smaller size and it didn't have so much bunching (allowing for leaks), but I am very happy with this product. I still take the dog out, without the wrap, of course, very frequently, as I would rather not have him urinate on the pad. But his timing isn't always regular or compatible with my schedule, so honestly, it has been a real stress-reliever for me. I had resisted buying "doggie diapers" for months; now I wonder why I did. I was afraid my dog would be "humiliated," but he doesn't seem so. - Belly Band - Dog Diapers - Dog Incontinence - Housebreaking Aids'


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