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Sunday, 19 December 2010

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I love mustard & have tried so many different types/brands and this is without a doubt my favorite mustard. However, it is very spicy, so be fore-warned if you don't like spicy foods. The taste of this mustard is so delicious that I put it on chicken & seafood before grilling or broiling. I love this mustard so much that I am always on the lookout for recipes that will allow me to incorporate it. If you like very spicy and delicious mustard, then this is the mustard for you. Food & Wine Magazine Spicy Red Jalapeno Mustard, 10-Ounce Jars (Pack of 6)'

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Polaroid Digital Camera

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Although this camera has a few quirks, after a brief introductory period and the purchase of an SD card, my wife loves it.

Why I bought it: This camera was a gift for my wife who has a very nice camera (a Sony about a half-step below a professional camera) which she uses most of the time. She wanted something small that she could stick in her pocket for those spur of the moment occasions that crop up at children's school parties and such. This camera fits the bill.

It easily fits into her pocket (either shirt or jeans), takes high quality photos, has numerous optional settings, and with an 8 GB SD card has room for over 2000 photos at the highest quality settings. It takes AA batteries, so there is no "I forgot to charge the camera" issues.

Quirks:

1) The first quirk is the way the camera reacts when its memory is full. This is simple to do if you don't buy an SD card immediately. The camera defaults to the highest MP setting (12) which allows about four or five photos on the camera memory. Then the camera displays a message saying that the memory is full. Ours also seemed to have a hiccup the first time it happened and we had to turn it off and turn it back on using the play button on the back of the camera. After this, the camera was fine.

2) The batteries. This camera uses AAs. I have heard arguments against this, but my wife and I prefer this feature. Our reasoning is simple: if the batteries run out, almost every store on the planet carries AAs. We can walk into any of them and buy more. You can't say the same if you forget or use all of a proprietary battery that is unique to a specific camera. For the eco-conscious, you can still use rechargeable batteries, they are just going to be rechargeable AAs.

3) Snap-time. I don't even know if that's a term, but it describes the issue fairly well. This camera takes a while to capture the photo. While this is a bit annoying, the wait seems in line with most of our friends' and families' cameras. I have only witnessed one camera not have this issue and I know for a fact that one cost over $3,000 (i.e. a bit out of our budget.)

NOTE: There may be a setting that changes this that we have not found yet.

Overall: we have had a very good experience so far with the camera. We are extremely hopeful that this will continue. Polaroid CIA-1237RC 12MP CCD Digital Camera with 2.7-Inch LCD Display (Red)

The pictures from this camera are very sharp and for the money can't be beat. This camera comes with software cd, 2 duracell ultra AA batteries, and usb cable. All that is needed is an SD card for picture storage. Night pictures with flash and anti-shake look very clear and detailed. Can't say enough about this camera's features along with Amazon's price of roughly $50.

After reading mixed reviews, we chose to order this camera due to the low price and seemingly comparable quality to other 12mp cameras. After receiving it very promptly, it worked well for the first 2 days, as others mentioned and then decided to suddenly turn off with the lens stuck out. We tried changing the batteries and pushing the power button several times, but nothing worked. We set it down and hours later, the lens had retracted and it worked again. I told my daughter if it happened again we would return it. Within 12 hours it did exactly the same thing with the lens again stuck in an out position and no buttons would work. All of this is very sad because the picture quality is excellent. We were at my brother-in-law's wedding and lost a lot of shots because of the lack of dependability.

Hopefully Polaroid will address this issue, because if it weren't for the camera shutting down, I would highly recommend it! It isn't happening to everyone who buys it, since some of the reviews don't mention it, but enough that it is cause for concern...

Regarding the return, it was very simple and Amazon is paying the return shipping. I highly recommend ordering through Amazon!

I read the reviews before I ordered this camera, there were some good and bad, but the bad had me concerned, but I ordered it anyway and sure enough it dit just what the negative reviews said. It took one test picture and shut off and didn't come back on. It came with Duracel batteries so I thought they were pretty good batteries so surely that wasn't the problem, but it was. I bought Energizer Lithium batteries and the camera came right on and I've been taking pictures all day long. I also ordered a 4gb memory card along with the camera so I would have enough memory to take lots of pictures. So please don't be afraid to buy this camera, just be sure to have lithium batteries to put in it.

This camera can be a nice, inexpensive option for the casual user. I had read the reviews posted prior to purchase and wanted a backup to my two smartphone cameras (IPhone and IPod) for use when traveling. I installed the batteries with the camera and began taking some test shots. No sooner than my 4th or 5th shot, the camera stopped working. After replacing the batteries and installing an SD card, I tried again and the camera worked perfectly. Clearly, any buyer should begin use with a memory card (of any capacity) to allow for adequate storage and with fresh batteries.

The test pictures were printed using your basic (CVS) service and even with enlargement, I was moderately impressed with the quality of the print.

So the two steps a new user should follow are:

1. replace the batteries included with the camera with fresh high capacity batteries and

2. use a memory card immediately before use.'

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Kindle 2 Wall Charger - kindle 2 charger, wall charger

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Great charger, exactly what I was looking for. I needed a second charger so I thought I would give it a try ... it charges faster than the original Amazon charger! I ran the battery down to a half charge than timed how fast it would fully charge the Kindle. I tested it several times and the Gomadic charged quicker every time. Works as advertised and they offer a lifetime warranty! Rapid Wall Home AC Charger for the Amazon Kindle 2nd & Latest Generation / Kindle DX ( aka Wi-Fi Free 3G 6 in. 9.7 in. )

My first Kindle came with an adapter to allow plugging in the usb cord to a wall outlet. When it died a week later I had to return it, and the replacement Kindle did not have this adapter. When this second Kindle died a week later as well I found that the third Kindle also did not have the attachment. This power cord works great, although I don't have a basis to say whether it is 'faster' charging than the Kindle wall outlet adapter, but it is faster than simple usb charging.

When I was in need of a replacement charger for my 2nd generation Kindle, I was a bit leery of trying a brand that was not, to my knowledge, connected to the Kindle. But I was also getting rather desperate to get to reading again and the charger I had had to be taped in place to make the connection work for the recharging. So, I took a risk on this rapid wall charger. Wow! Does it ever do the job! I was leased with the snug fit for the USB-style plug-in to the Kindle itself...no forcing, no wobble...just plainly a perfect fit. Then after just an hour or two, my Kindle is all ready to go another week or more! For me and this particular Kindle, this was a better match than the original charger. If I came to this need again, I would not hesitate to purchase this product again.

This power cord and plug for the Kendle 2 are well made and appear of excellent quality. The cord is very pliable and of a much better material than the original cord (which literally crumbled away after a year).

Keep in mind that the cord is short, only 3 feet long, so is made to charge while the Kendle is not in use. It would be difficult to read and charge at the same time without an extension cord. However, the short length does make it less bulky and the male prongs fold down into the rounded edged housing eliminating the potential for it to scratch your Kendal if you must temporarily store them together.

I am very happy with this item, and consider the low cost a fair trade for having to use one of my short extension cords if I want to read and charge the Kendle at the same time.

Since you can continue to use your Kindle while it charges, it would have been nice to have a longer cord. The one provided will barely reach from a wall outlet to your lap while sitting in a nearby chair - and that depends on the layout of your furniture! I like the fact that the plugs rotate into the charger housing when not in use, making it easier to store/pack.

Very impressive product, worked well, very compact and easy to pack when travelling. Would have appreciated interchangeable tips for Australian plugs but that is only a minor issue. Delivery time was slow and not able to be tracked.Rapid Wall / AC Charger for the Amazon Kindle Latest Generation (US or International) and Kindle DX - Gomadic Brand with Rapid Charge Technology

I had been charging my kindle through my portable computer UBS port. However, this was taking about 4 hours to complete if the battery was fully discharged. The Rapid Wall Charger allows me to recharge the battery in less than 1 hour and significantly improved the recharge process.

Quick delivery! Perfect to keep at office or in a frequent travel bag for when you suddenly realize your Kindle has no charge left! The short cord is perfect, as its used more on an emergency basis than for reading and charging at the same time. - Kindle - Kindle 2 Wall Charger - Kindle 2 Charger - Wall Charger'

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Dw Stapler

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As received the staples wouldn't feed properly. Talked to DeWalt and "They just don't have any problems with this model. Get it replaced." Gotit replaced but meanwhile the original worked better every time it was used.

The rplacemement arrived- a quick check showed the staple feed area to be extremely tight also. I sent the replacement back & kept the original.

I expect the tool will become superior with a little more break-in time - or I may just take a little sandpaper to the bar over which the staples slide. I'm using Bostich 1/2 X 2 staples. These are galvanized - another brand or non-galvanized staples might feed OK. DEWALT D51431 1-Inch to 2-Inch 16-Gauge 1/2-Inch Medium Crown Stapler

I just received my staple gun and I am having a problem with the feed. as another reviewer said I think it will break in and be an exelant gun. I will probably take mine apart and sand the slide so that staples move smoothly through the gun. It seems to only be hanging up near the front, (due to the paint). as for the sequential trigger problem that another reviewer mentioned, my gun came with two different triggers so if you don't like the way it is firing you can change it. All in all I feel it is a good gun for the price. I bought mine from grizzly 99.95 on sale.

This was the deal of a lifetime. great value for a great tool. This was such a good deal I was suspicious at first but I have used the stapler on several houses without a flaw and I couldnt be happier. I even bought one for a friend. You cant go wrong here. It would have been nice if it came with a case but a great value as it is.

First, I like DeWalt equipment, especially my workshop-table saw. But this new nailer I don't like. I only like sequential triggering - here's the problem: The gun will not fire every time you pull the trigger unless you follow a strict sequence- i.e. after firing if you release the trigger before lifting gun off the material it will not fire the next time you pull the trigger. This idiosyncrasy is very frustrating. Thinking this just can't be right, I took gun to DeWalt service center in Little Rock. They said that's the way it is. You must hold trigger down until gun is lifted off the work piece or else the head will not re-extend for next shot. DeWalt help us out here. Other nailers don't have this problem. If you like the bump trigger you won't see this problem.

Bought this stapler while building my house. A real timesaver. Uses comparatively little air so with most compressors, you will limit how fast you can work, not the stapler. Did not have any problems with misfeeding staples or staples not fitting the gun. Occasionally the last staple would jam, but it only happened once or twice (you automatically prevent it by feeding staples before empty).

I would recommend this stapler for both contractors and "do-it-yourselfers".

so far this stapler is an awesome tool for the price, mt carpenter who has a pasload even says he likes it!! you cant go wrong with this gun. i used it to staple down 1/2 inch tec shield on roof and exterior walls

My dewalt staple gun arrive on time and was working with this gun in about 10 minutes. Be sure you have a coupler to install for you to use right away. I had purchase a Hitach and had problems with this stapler but the dewalt works great and easy to use and remove stuck staples in the gun.

When I read the reviews for this product, all three said they had jamming/feeding issues. I figured for the price (compared to a Pasload) and the DeWalt name I'd give it a try anyway. It's proved to be a good preformer. I've put 1 box of staples (10,000) through it and it has preformed flawlesly. There is alot more plastic on this model than a

Pasload but it seems ok. Bottom Line so far so good and I think I made a good decision.

I have used this product on the last couple of jobs that I have done and it is an excellent tool. I have used a Stanley Bostitch older style and newer style many times, and in my opinion the DeWalt is much better. For about $250.00 less. I have not had one jam and that was a reoccurring problem with the Bostitch. It is lightweight and easy to handle. Great Product!'

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Camera Batteries - canon, digital

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I paid $56 for what I thought was an OEM battery (manufactured by Canon). The battery pack I received appeared to be genuine, except for the following characteristics:

1. The battery strength meter in the camera goes from fully charged (all bars) to a flashing red "change battery" icon with no reduction in bars. This is an indicator that the battery pack is not genuine Canon.

2. The battery pack only lasts ~200 pictures with flash (the OEM pack lasts something like 450).

3. The writing on the pack is blurry and not as dark as the OEM battery.

4. The seam of the case on my battery has some warbles at the seam; the OEM battery does not.

Caveat Emptor (buyer beware)! Canon LP-E8 Battery Pack for Canon Digital Rebel T2i Digital SLR Camera (Retail Package)

Due to the posts regarding this Canon battery, I had included a note to the Seller Digi Acc that if this wasn't a real Canon battery not to ship it because I would just return it. A very nice gentleman from Digi Acc called me on a Saturday morning to assure me that it was indeed manufactured by Canon and it also was in Canons packaging. I took delivery after his confirmation phone call and haven't had an issue with this battery that I use in my Canon battery grip for my Canon EOS Rebel T2i. Satisfied customer here.

We purchased an additional battery to have while we went on vacation. We were several days into the vacation before we needed the spare and it lasted the remainder of the trip (and trust me I take alot of photos). Very pleased with purchase.

W. Stohler gives the Canon LP-E8 battery a very negative 1 star because he believes he received a fake. So, what's the one star for? He's not rating a genuine Canon battery if his allegations are true. But what should he have done? Maybe immediately contact Amazon to investigate? And return the fake?

I doubt that Amazon would knowingly risk their reputation by selling fake Canon batteries. But in regards to off-brand vs. brand, over the past 25 years, I've never had an off-brand battery last as long as the genuine. Most notably, when I had two batteries for a Sony video camera, one off-brand and one genuine Sony, I found them together after not using them for about two years. The off-brand battery would not even charge, with the charger only flashing its red light. The Sony battery charged-up fully, and is still in use today.

And, in another comment I wrote recently on a third party, LP-E8 battery I bought two months ago. When I attempted to charge it in the Canon charger, the charger continually flashed yellow. I placed it in the third-part charger, and it went immediately to green, though I knew it needed a charge. The third-party charger was questionable, too.

Poorly made batteries can short inside, melt, and even start a fire. Camera manufacturers will not do warranty work on a camera than failed because of an off-brand battery being used.

Will I try to always buy brand: yes. Will I fall for off-brand occasionally: yes, but primarily as back-up batteries that I would seldom use.

I always recommend genuine batteries -- there are very sensitive electronics in that expensive camera of yours.

If you suspect you got a fake, return it.

I buy this product thinking that it is a canon product but it turns out to be a counterfeit. They put the battery in a canon packaging but the prints ( including the Canon logo) on the battery is fuzzy. I paid almost $50 for this and I could of get a generic one for $10. I can tell it is fake since the battery just die without warning when the battery is used up. The real one does not do that. Unfortunately, it is sold by 3rd party although it is fulfilled by Amazon. Never buy something like this again. Beware.

I ordered this item and it was shipped from Commercial Solutions Consulting. It is NOT a Canon brand battery as pictured. I assumed that this issue was probably old and had been taken care of, but it has not. Buyer beware!

All indicators lean towards this being an authentic, it is not. The main thing Canon tells you to look for is the lettering. Compare it to an OEM Canon battery that came with your DSLR. The lettering on the "real" one is VERY crisp and sharp. The lettering on the aftermarket Canon (fake) one's are blurry. The OEM is a nice crisp white background with black lettering. The aftermarket is cream with light grey smeared lettering. The difference is VERY easy to spot side by side. The batteries made by 3rd party vendors are supposed to be safer for your camera, but the one's branded Canon that are NOT Canon are supposedly the one's to be cautious of. Be careful with the Canon one's that are not authentic. Spend the $10 or $12 on the 3rd party one's. Either way, if it's not a $60 OEM one bought at a local store, watch it carefully in your expensive DSLR. I know I am..... - Digital - Canon - Camera Batteries - Battery'

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Dvd Recording - dual layer, dual layer dvd

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Quick Summary: Burns at 2.4x or 4x on Plextor 716A burner; Verbatim DVD+R DL burned with the Plextor 716A is PLAYABLE in EVERY DVD Player (at least 20 and counting) I have tried!!! Awesome.

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I recently used the Verbatim DVD+R DL media to back up a couple of my most popular DVD's. The original was 8.1GB in size and contained about 50 music videos. I couldn't get it to squeeze down to fit on a single layer disc. Verbatim DVD+R DL to the rescue!

Using my new Plextor PX-716A burner (an excellent DVD Burner!), I used the included PlexTools program to make a copy of my DVD. Note, the original DVD is not protected in any way.

I burned the DVD+R DL at 4x speed (approx. 28 min. to burn). There is a selection in the Plextor's software to "overwrite" the book type of the DVD+R DL so that it looks like a pressed dual-layer DVD to settop DVD players (to avoid a confusing older DVD players). I used this setting (it is by default) to burn the DVD.

When it comes to DVD burning, there is no better test than the compatiblilty and quality test of the burned disc. The test is simple, put the burned DVD in as many players as you can and see how many can and cannot read it. Well, I have to say that I have tested this DVD+R DL in over 20 DVD players so far, and ALL have played it with NO COMPATIBILITY issues whatsoever. This finding is as good as or better than all DVD+R and DVD-R (single layer) I have ever used.

After having read all the reviews on the web about how incompatible burned DVD+R DL discs are, I have to say, the Plextor 716A and Verbatim DVD+R DL combination blows everything else away.

Yes, the discs are kinda expensive, but if you have valuable or irreplaceable DVDs to back up, they will work for you. As the old saying goes, you get what you pay for.

Just a couple quick notes:

1. To ensure compatibility among all DVD-Players, be sure you set your recording software to finalize all DVD+/-R's with the DVD-Rom booktype. If you do not, older DVD players may have trouble recognizing the DVD's. The Plextor drives have a setting (via Plextools) that will allow you to force them to always finalize with the DVD-Rom booktype!

2. I have burned about 200 of these Verbatim DVD+R DL discs successfully and have used no other brand. I refuse to even try another brand. There have been only 2 out of all of them I had problems with. First one I put an adhesive label on, and the label warped the DVD. When I tried to "flatten" it, the DVD cracked center-to-edge and I had to toss it. Second disc had a few read errors on it near the layer switch. The bonding on that disc appeared to be a bit weak near the center, as some of the dye was inconsistent there. Go figure as to why the problem was at the layer break at the outer edge of the DVD. Verbatim 95014 8.5 GB 2.4x-6x Double Layer Recordable Disc DVD+R DL, 3-Disc Jewel Cases

I am burning these discs on a Lite-On LH-20A1S and a Sony DRU-810A, and they work flawlessly. Maybe it's the fact that they are on Sony's compatible list for the drive or that they are quality discs, I don't know. But what I do know is that the picture quality that I got from my copy was PERFECT. NO PIXELATION, NO DROPPED FRAMES, and NO PAUSES. A perfect burn.

I ran the Verbatim discs through DVDInfo Pro and it came back with write speeds of 2.4, 4.0, and 8.0 (see picture.) The box mine came in says "up to 6x speed," so you MIGHT be able to push it to 8x with a high speed drive.

For everyday, general consumer use you should find that these discs will give you a high quality, dependable burn. Some may ask if they are archival quality, and I have to say that my guess is 'no.' Unless the disc specifically says "archival quality" then I would assume that they are standard discs (which have been found to deteriorate over time.

I highly recommend these discs for your approved DVD+R DL burner. (Remember to check the media compatibility of your drive BEFORE you purchase these discs or any other disc! See your drive manufacturer's website for details.)

Verbatim DL used to be by far the best DL media available. Reliable, stable in storage, and consistent high quality made by Mitsubishi in their Singapore plant, one of the highest quality DVD production plants in the world.

Not any more. Verbatim has outsourced a large part of their DL production to a plant in India, and now when you buy this media you have a high chance of getting made in India - this product is poor, often with obvious physical defects in the media like bubbles, holes and foil delaminates.

It is possible to still find made in Singapore cakeboxes on store shelves, but if you can't actually read the disk label before buying you are rolling the dice when you buy.

It is a real shame Verbatim does not offer the Singapore product as a diferent grade. It would be worth a few extra bucks to get a cakebox that had a 95% success rate vs. the 50% rate the made in India product gives.

Verbatim has really gotten a black eye in my book with this stunt. - Dvd - Dual Layer Dvd - Dual Layer - Cheap'

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Digital Audio - audio, playstation 3

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While this cable will indeed provide a path for photons to move as with any other optical cable, the connectors are very poorly made. I'm guessing that they don't meet the mechanical specs for toslink, as they don't hold themselves in the jacks as they are supposed to. I literally had to use tape on one of the connectors to keep it from falling out of the port under no more pressure than its own weight. Correctly designed toslink cables stay in the same jack just fine.

Conclusion: Don't spend $100 on an optical cable (since they all perform exactly the same as far as data is concerned,) but do get one with good connectors (which can be had at reasonable prices, but apparently not this low.) Of course, for any form of digital data, whether electronic (HDMI, DVI, etc.) or optical (toslink, fibrechannel, etc.,) there is no difference in signal quality as long as the data actually gets to the other end, so a medium-cheap cable will perform *exactly* the same as an expensive "high-end" cable, unless you are in an environment with an incredibly high amount of electromagnetic noise (at which point you shouldn't have your TV or receiver [or yourself] there anyway.) 12 FT Digital Audio Optical TOSLink Cable Optic 12ft

12 FT Digital Audio Optical TOSLink Cable Optic 12ft

I recently purchased these cables and I am glad to say they are fantastic. I was hesitant initially due to some reviews saying that the cable didn't fit properly. When I received the cables I realized that those who are inserting the cables, claiming they don't fit, are putting the cables in upside down. So if you have difficulty initially, just turn it so that the rounded portion of the male plug faces down, (which the receptacles have all the rounded portions on the bottom of all of my equipment) and then it should just snap right in! So with that, I highly recommend this cable and you can't beat the price!

Can't beat the price on this puppy! I needed something longer than the standard 6' optic cables for my audio receiver and this cable works great in terms of the extra length. I know that some folks have stated that it's too loose, which I did notice as well regardless of whether I inserted it every way possible. A quick remedy is to simply use some plumber's tape and wrap it around the end before connecting to my receiver.

12 FT Digital Audio Optical TOSLink Cable Optic 12ft

I bought this cable based on the reviews and Amazon's reputation. I received the cables in record time, however, neither of the two cables I purchased fit properly. The fiber tip is approximately 1/16" too long to fit properly in any of my audio equipment. I nearly damaged my audio unit's digital jack trying to get it to "snap" in like all my others do. It may work fine, but without being able to click the connector in it certainly will not stay put.

You can easily spend 6-8 times as much for a 12' TOSLINK cable, but there is no good reason to do so. This cable works well and the signal is digital, so there is no improved performance to be had from the name brand cables.

ONE THING: DURABILITY!

This cable delivers the PERFECT 5.1 through my logitech Z5500, perfect. It is a perfect cable that does what it is suppose to do, and it is inexpensive. Please get it, it is perfect, hands down. The infared in it is better than wires, get it, stop contemplating.

The fiber gets the digital signal to my Onkyo just fine, but the sheathing and the connectors are quite cheap (considering the price for a 12' foot optical cable I wonder why...). As long as it stands the test of time I'll be happy. I just wouldn't recommend this cable to anyone who needs to disconnect, move/bend and reconnect it often. But since all of the bits end up at the receiver (will always transfer sound the same as any other optical or digital coaxial cable) its a good bargain.

UPDATE: The cable pictured and described, with the molded relief connectors and the heavy sheathing is not the cable I received, thus the ramblings about lack of construction quality. - Audio - Digital Audio - Playstation 3 - Low Cost'

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