Kindle Book Light - kindle lighted leather cover, kindle book light

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I've noticed that like myself customers have been concerned primarily with two things regarding the new lighted case from amazon. These are: 1)The weight and 2) The uneven lighting. My review will briefly discuss these two things.



1)The Weight - The lighted leather case is a nice weight, sturdy and comfortable to hold. In ounces it is about the weight of the kindle itself however don't let that concern you. With the case on it feels like a medium sized paperback, however it is far much more comfortable to hold. It's easy to hold the case open like a book (nice for couch and table type reading) or to fold the front back and close it with the bungee so that the bungee doesn't hang around (this is good for bedtime reading).Closing the front back with bungee keeps the case folded in position and you don't have to worry about it bothering you. BTW THIS CASE FOLDS BACK 100% - Very comfortable. In sum very comfortable to read with the case and very sturdy.



2) The uneven lighting - Amazon's pictures don't do this case justice. The light hits the ENTIRE screen. Yes if you look closely it's brighter in the top right corner then in the bottom left but Amazon's pics make it look the top is lighted while the bottom is dark. There is good light all over the screen. Trust me I'm fussy about these things - the lighting will not bother you, your entire screen will be lighted and it is extremely pleasant to read in the dark.



*Final Thoughts - Great case, good quality, works well, kindle feels very secure and protected (I would feel comfortable slipping this case into my backpack or suitcase and I think it would sustain some mild impact). Lastly hinges are a non-issue, casing of the kindle will not get damaged with normal or even slightly aggressive use. You could damage the kindle by trying to pull the back of the case but you'd have to really force it to cause any sort of damage to your kindle. The hinges work fine and should not be a concern to any case user.



Update 1st December 2010:



Have now been using the case for 3 months. Leather still looks impeccable. Some people expressed concern that the bungee cord might loosen with use. I have not experienced any loosening so far. Quality of the product has proven outstanding. I've occasionally spilled or messed the cover, just a wipe with a damp cloth has cleaned it up, and the case looks like new. Have to admit I enjoy the feel of the case in my hand, there's just something great about taking your kindle to a coffee shop in this case, it just looks and feels so classy. Also with regard to the hinges: I have had no scratches on my kindle or any other issues, so I remain convinced that the hinges are a non issue. Kindle Lighted Leather Cover, Burnt Orange (Fits 6" Display, Latest Generation Kindle)

I was hesitant to buy this cover mostly due to the pictures in its listing, which seem to show a light that doesn't even extend to the opposite corner. The fact that I have not been impressed with the Amazon's Kindle covers in the past didn't help. I went ahead and purchased it because the cover I wanted isn't available yet and I don't like to take my Kindle out and about without a cover. Now I am glad that I went ahead and bought it.



PROS:



1. The light is much better than I thought it would be. Using it in a darkened room I found that the light did the job very well. In a pitch black room, it performs even better. While the screen corner opposite the light is a bit dimmer than other areas, there is no problem reading the page at all.



2. The light gets its power from the Kindle itself, through the gold-plated hinges which attach it to the cover, so batteries are a thing of the past. When your Kindle goes to sleep, the light will go out as well. It will also turn off when you slide it back into the case.



3. The cover is slim, well-fitted and very easy to attach and detach using the hinges. The inside has good padding. The leather outer surface has a nice pebbled texture with the exception of a smooth area along the edge of the front. While stiff enough to protect the reader, the cover is slight flexible and the front easily folds behind when reading so you can hold your Kindle with one hand if you like.



4. A great plus is that the cover has an elastic cord that fits into a groove on the front of it. This holds your cover closed (unlike the original Kindle 2 cover that would flop open in your purse & let things slide into it) and easily distinguishes the front from the back--important as many owners of the Kindle 2 cover accidentally opened it from the back, which could cause cracking along the Kindle's spine.





CONS:



I haven't found any, really. The light Is a bit hard (stiff) to pull out of the cover, but then you wouldn't want it to be flopping out when you don't want to use it so that is more of a Pro than a Con.



The one concern I do have is about pulling the light in and out--I wonder if whatever wiring or conductor that is used to get the power from the hinges to the light will eventually break. But that is something to find out down the road. Right now, the more I use this cover, the more I like it. - Kindle Lighted Leather Cover - Kindle Book Light - Kindle 3 Case - Kindle Accessory'

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Ipad Screen Protector - screen protectors, ipad

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As an iTouch owner, I had used a clear screen protector with generally good results, although there were a very few bubbles that weren't really a distraction once the device was in use.



I had pre-ordered an iPad on the first day that they became available to order and knew that with the much larger screen, I would definitely need a screen protector.



My iPad arrived today (April 3rd) and I immediately attempted to install one of the three "Premium Crystal Clear Screen Protectors" as son as I removed the iPad from its box.



The method of installation was basically the same as for the iTouch screen protector that I had previously used. First you peel off one side of the backing with a tab. You then place the screen onto the iPad screen, trying to do so without leaving a lot of bubbles. I tried as best I could to align the screen hole over the iPad button and then slowly applied the rest of the screen moving from bottom to top. Unfortunately after applying the screen and then removing the outside of the clear screen with the other tab, I was left with a LOT of bubbles.



Hoping to do better I repeated the process using the second of the supplied screens. My efforts the second time were a bit better in terms of a smaller amount of bubbles, but then I noticed a piece of yellow lint that had been left by the supplied yellow cleaning cloth that I had used to wipe the iPad screen. When I tried to remove the lint with the cloth and replaced the clear screen back onto the iPad screen, there was a noticeable smudge.



I was now down to the last of the three supplied screens and repeated the process again except this time I discovered that when applying the clear screen to the iPad screen DIAGONALLY starting from the bottom and moving toward the top, you can do so leaving almost no bubbles at all. You will also need to be make certain that the sides of the clear screen and the iPad screen are aligned exactly or you will be left with a long bubble down most of one side.



After going through all of this trial and error, I was finally able to have a clear screen in acceptable condition with only a few bubbles. I only hope that readers of this review will learn from my own initial difficulties and not have to use all three of the supplied screens before arriving at a satisfactory result. 3 Pack of Premium Crystal Clear Screen Protectors for Apple iPad

This product works great once you figure out how it works.



At first glance it looks like 2 pieces stuck together that you have to pull apart.

It then appears that you should apply the thin one to your iPad. wrong.



The thicker side still has an invisible piece stuck to it.



You apply the thicker piece smoothly over your ipad and then squeeze out the few bubbles you see.

rub the whole face now to get the invisible layer to stick.



You then Peel Off the thick piece and you will see that another layer is present on your iPad.



This would have been nice to include as instructions but no instructions came with the product.

I would say that is pretty rude considering you cannot even see the piece that will be used.



So I bought the pack of 3 and got my last one to work. I figured it out on #2, #3 was perfect.

I've read most of the reviews for this product and it seems like the complaints revolve around installation. I too went through two before setting the last one down perfectly with virtually no bubbles. Start at the top and make sure the paper tab lettering is facing the iPad. Pull slowly from underneath and you will see that it lays is self down virtually with no bubbles. I just purchased a second set so I have them ready for when I damage the one I just installed.

I've applied this type of screen protector in the past (on my iPod Touch, Nintendo DS / DSi, and my PSP). Using the tips below, I was able to apply this LCD screen protector 99% bubble free. I was actually pleasantly surprised I was able to do this since it was by far the largest screen protector I've ever applied.



The instructions that come with the package are not very helpful. Below are mine. Hope they help.



INSTRUCTIONS / TIPS

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1) CLEAN the surface of your iPad. Use a microfiber cloth and even use a compressed air can if you want to be sure. Position yourself or a light so that you would be able to see ANY specs. Any leftover specs will raise the screen protector and will give you a bubble that you CANNOT remove. Keep the iPad's screen OFF so you have a better chance of seeing any specks.



2) First remove the plastic envelope/pouch that directly contains the screen protector.



3) Without removing and of the backing, place the screen protector with the hole over the iPad's circle button. Now you know exactly how much leeway you will have.

Also make sure that the circle is popped out of the screen protector.



4) Find something flexible and semi-rigid to push away the air bubbles. You WILL be getting air bubbles as you apply the screen protector. The trick will be to remove them as you apply the screen protector. With smaller screen protectors, I've used credit cards. But in this case, the screen is bigger. I've found that the plastic Staples cards you get in the mail (the ones that the size of postcards) are very helpful for this task. Your second choice may be a credit card or the very thin, plastic window of a cheap picture frame. Whatever you use, make sure it has a sizable straight edge and no sharp corners (You don't want to puncture the screen protector).



6) Peel away a corner of the backing (The side labeled #1). Don't peel the whole backing off. You'll need to touch the backing in order to reposition the screen protector if necessary.



7) Continue to peel the backing but keep it minimal. You want just enough so that you can position the hole over the circle button. If you don't get it the 1st time, remove from the iPad's surface as little as possible and try again. Be careful to avoid getting any dust on the iPad's screen at this time. This is why it's good to keep as much backing on as possible.



8) After you have adequately centered the hole around the circle button, begin to slowly peel the Side 1 Backing while you use your flexible card to push away any air bubbles. Push the bubbles to the EDGE of the screen protector. If there are bubbles that are difficult to get rid of and if you're certain that's it just a bubble and not caused by specks, then you can gently remove as much backing as needed from the iPad's screen and try again. TAKE YOUR TIME.



9) Hopefully you've managed to attach the screen protector with minimal bubbles. Continue to push away as many bubbles as possible.



10) Now you need to peel of Side 2 Backing. But since the screen protector is already attached to your iPad screen, you will need to be VERY careful and slow. It's possible that the quick removal of Side 2 Backing can lift the screen protector off of the iPad screen and cause air bubbles. If there are air bubbles, use the flexible card to push away any air bubbles.



That's it, you're done. Sit back and treat yourself to a new app.



CONCLUSION

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I liked the fact that it includes 3 screen protectors. I was able to succeed with my first one but it's nice to know that there are backups.



I didn't like the minimal instructions with the package (and the Engrish spellings). This item is very cheap. If it were more expensive, I would expect to get a flexible plastic card for getting rid of the air bubbles.



The screen protector itself has a slightly oily residue. When your iPad is off, you can see it. The residue is not visible when the iPad is turned on. - Ipad Accessory - Screen Protector - Ipad - Screen Protectors'

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Macbook Pro - macbook case, speck case

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This is a really great case! It snaps right on and fits like a glove. Once on, you forget its there. It provides excellent protection as well and it looks GOOD! This case has a slight notch to accommodate the new 2010 MBP adapters.



Only con is that fingerprints do leave marks on the case. If that bothers you, you might have to wipe it down often. It doesn't bother me at all. But I wipe it down occasionally because it just looks slick when its nice and clean.



The texture of the case is really grippy. You don't feel like it will fall out of your hand. It provides good traction with hand when carrying it.



I recommend pairing this with the incase neoprene sleeve for maximum protection for those on the go. It fits nice and snug. I am a law student and I am constantly packing up and setting back up again. I carry this set up in my backpack and it provides good protection. Overall, I highly recommend this product. It is so well done, I'm really surprised Apple didn't come up with product. Speck See Thru Satin Case for 13-Inch MacBook Pro with SD Card Slot and 13-Inch MacBook Aluminum Unibody (MB13AU-SAT-RED-D)

Just got it. Snapped right into place. Fits like a glove and leaves the outlet areas uncovered. Excellent fit and finish. My brand new macbook pro won't get scratched and looks cool too. The apple shines through on top... Elegant cover for a beautiful machine!

This is a very nice product, fits well. I am giving it 3 stars mainly because:

1.It's EXTREMELY hard to take off, almost broke a nail trying to do so, and you have to be very careful when 'attempting' this because you might break one of the tabs if you pull hard, or even break the case itself.

2.The color was not was I was expecting, it was BRIGHT pink, although once I put it on it did not look as bad as it looked when i first took it out of the box.

3.No cleaning cloth included!!!

Overall I guess it's a good product, just wish it was easier to take off..

I'll give my opinions without going into much detail on the product's features, since you can find dozens of reviews for nearly identical products from Speck elsewhere on this site.



First, since this is the first review of this particular model... From what I can tell, what differentiates this product from previous models is that this one has a very subtle notch near the power port that allows the redesigned 2010 MagSafe connector to be connected in such a way that the cord runs away from the user. This is almost unnoticeable, but helps the MagSafe get a good, secure connection. This may have been existent on previous models, but I can't say for sure.



My general impression is that, while functional, this case will make your notebook seem less premium in a couple of ways:



1) The added bulk obviously alters the form factor of the notebook. To me, It's a worthwhile trade-off, since I can always pull the notebook out of the case when I want to return it to its sleek roots.



2) In my experience, the added weight that comes along with any case is particularly noticeable with the lid, and this one is no exception. While the Macbook Pro's hinge has plenty of strength to tolerate the added weight, adding the case makes it much easier to open/adjust/close the lid anytime it is working with gravity. I personally HATE a loose screen hinge, so while this case doesn't actually make the hinge any looser, it still bothers me that it FEELS looser.



Despite what may have seemed like a negative experience, I have found this to be a very good product, but not one without some drawbacks.



Other thoughts: As strange as it might look, I may end up using this case without the lid portion while I'm just at home, since most scratching opportunities will arise when setting the notebook down.

Bought this after I make an ugly little dent on the bottom of my Macbook and I love it! It protects my case from dings, dents and scratches perfectly. It looks sleek and modern with the matte finish. Tried taking it off the first time and had no problem. You just have to be careful with the plastic tabs. Great price from the seller too! A DEFINITE MUST HAVE FOR ALL MACBOOK PRO OWNERS!

This product is great! I'm glad I was able to find it on Amazon for about $20 cheaper than the retail price. When I purchased it, there was no cloth included (I'm not sure if that has something to do with the seller).



The case is very durable and I have zero scratches on my Macbook Pro 13" Unibody (Mid 2010). I'm glad to have gotten this case and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to prevent any scratches on their macbook.



I can't really tell the difference between the weight with the case on or off. The apple logo still shines through with the case on and the case has a GREAT feel. You must get this product!! - Speck Case - Case - Macbook Case - Macbook Pro'

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Lithium-ion

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The Description says 1.5 amp but the picture is for the higher capacity model of battery. the 1.5 amp model is the lowweight, shorter lifespan battery. Consider yourself forewarned.



Aside from that the battery seems to work well. Ridgid 130383028 18V 1.5Ah Lithium-Ion Battery'

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Not Recommended - laptop batteries, dekcell

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A quick sidenote: This review is merely for the product, and does not reflect the seller at all.



While you will look at this battery and think, "Wow, I can save $35 or so..." Don't... If anything goes wrong with the battery you cannot simply contact Apple for a replacement.



Pros: The battery has a good run-time, and is a dead ringer for the apple battery it replaces.



Cons: Poor manufacturing process allows the metal cover to separate from the rest of the battery housing. In my case, this took less than 6 months to happen under casual use. At this point the battery is bulging out of the housing, and the manufacturer (Dekcell) does not return requests for information on how to exchange the defective device. Laptop Battery for Apple A1175, Apple Macbook Pro 15" Series

As a previous reviewer mentioned, the battery cover does separate from the battery. The battery (and its loose cover) stick out from the laptop, trying to catch on things and threatening to pull the cover off altogether. I don't believe it's worth saving the money.

Title says it all - no complaints until it died without warning. Amazon was kind enough to issue a return/refund even though I was a week past the 30-day no-questions-asked return period.



I think I will go with genuine Apple for the replacement.

I read the reviews and searched the net for a replacement battery for my Macbook Pro. The prices were all over the place from $50 to $130 and the reviews were all pretty much the same .... poor. So it seemed the prudent thing was to get a reasonably priced one and see what happened.

One of the objections that I read to this one was that the color wasn't a match for the case. Yes, if you turn the computer over and tilt it back and forth you can see the difference in the surface of the battery compared to the computer case. I don't know about you, but I seldom turn mine over to view the aesthetics, and so far no one here in the "look-at-me" city I live in has made a comment (though I am ready with a couple of snappy come backs.

But the important part is the fit and function. That seems as good as the original, which was what is to be expected from any battery. Function problems are usually more related to user care than manufacturer quality, so read and follow the guidelines and you can't go wrong with this one!

When the battery arrives, it looks nice and fits close enough to match the case and be secure. The problem is the aluminum plate glued to the bottom of the battery. My MBP battery gets hot, and the glue fails under prolonged heating. The Al plate pops off and the entire guts can fall out if it's in your machine. This happened to me. However, I carefully put it all back together and glued the plate back on with some quality two-part epoxy. I did that two years ago and that battery is still working. I bought another one recently, fully expecting the plate to come off, and it did. I even helped it along so the battery guts didn't fall out unexpectedlty. I glued it with epoxy and it's doing fine.



BOTTOM LINE: If you buy this battery, the aluminum plate may come off and you will have to glue it back on. My two-year old one still has 3-4 hours of battery life, new one 4-5 hours and they only cost 1/3 of an Apple one, but both had to be glued.

I thought, "Oh, those bad reviews can't all be correct. I can save some bucks ordering this battery." But, just like others have said, the battery's cover comes off (literally becomes unglued), exposing the inside of the device. Mine completely fell apart and couldn't be fixed earlier this evening, less than five months from when I bought it. Very poor manufacturing to be sure. Get a different one - that's what I'm doing on Amazon right...now. - Apple - Dekcell - Battery - Laptop Batteries'

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Audio Video Rca Cable 6ft

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I bought these for the vcr/dvd player I ordered as suggested by Amazon.com. Surprise! The vcr/dvd player came with a set, but this set was much nicer, heavier duty looking, so I used them instead and put the others away. Cables To Go 40448 Value Series RCA Type Audio Video Cable (6 Feet, Black)

This is the basic audio (R/L) and single (yellow) video cable for connection to various (probably older) components. The price was good and nice to have available for those quick, easy, yet, reliable (test) connections. If you're in need of this type of cable, this is where to get it for a reasonable cost from Cables to Go.

I have my game consoles hooked up to the Sima SVS-14 4 Input Manual A/V Selector, and then I purchased these cables to hook the A/V switcher box to my TV. The cable length was just right being at 6ft -- not too short and not too long. The quality of the cable is unbelievable being at such a low price. The cables are somewhat thick, but they feel very sturdy and durable. What else can you say about these cables? They do the job intended.

I enjoy listening to a system with good sound and watching a T.V. with a clear picture. I bought these to go from my T.V. (old tube TV) to my Western Digital TV Hub (WDTV) and I could not be happier. The picture is great and the sound is perfect. Someday I'll upgrade to HDMI, but until then, these will do just fine!

The cables (bought 3) were a great value as they were purchased with other items for free shipping. Surprised by the very heavy construction and excellent quality. Compared to the overpriced cables in the discount stores, these a far away a much better deal. These replaced the cables on older tv's and vcr's without the cable connection and resulted in a noticeable clearer picture.'

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Inkjet Printer - photo printer, printer ink

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This was better than the 5 pack at Sam's $63+tax. Even, less than Staples (best individual price) when I walk in with a used ink cartridge.

For the person who says they went down quickly, 78's always show full when installed then drop quick after the first couple of prints. Only the 77 cartridges' (double ink $19.99 you can only get through Epson.com) will read out (drop) smoothly as you use them.

Considering five 77's will run $100 + tax & shipping this is a very competitive and compelling deal. Epson will have a 10% deal and/or free shipping when spending $125, but it is a large outlay to sit in a drawer for months. I normally invest in one of these 5pk's to have stock on hand (2-3 months with better than average printing & some photos), then pick-up the black at Staple's on "as need basis". Epson Claria Hi-def Color Ink Multi Pack w/5 cartridges (T078920)

I use this ink in my Epson Stylus RX595 and if you have ever used one of these you may know by now that using anything but Epson ink is a mistake.



The quality of this Epson ink is great and all my photos and CD prints look very nice. I tried using some other brands of ink and none of my photos looked half as good as when I used true Epson ink.



I saw some reviews on here that say the ink runs out to quickly but that is no fault of the ink... It's the particular printer they are using.



I am a professional photographer and I am very impressed with my Epson printer, the quality of Epson ink and the consistency of the great prints.



I also think the price here on Amazon is better than you will find anywhere. If you find it cheaper somewhere else and with a company that has the integrity that Amazon has then let me know...



But I don't think you will.

This product is NOT an EPSON cartridge. It is a poorly designed cheap substitution that does not work in all of the stated Epson printers. My Epson does not even recognize the cartridge once inserted. If you look at the fine print, you see that this is not being sold as an Epson manufactured cartridge, but the seller has done a slick job of hiding that fact......



My recommendation - DONT WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY ON THIS PRODUCT.....

This looked like a great deal and if all the cartridges worked it may have been one. It ended up costing about the same as any office supply or [...]. Except when one of those business have defective merchandise you can exchange or get a refund. One of the cartridges would not be recognized by my printer and would not work. I was disappointed with the packaging it was not like pictured in the product information. Some of the cartridges could have be "refurbished". Epson Claria Hi-def Color Ink Multi Pack w/5 cartridges (T078920) Each cartridges came in a different package, some with no english, some with no vaccuum to keep fresh, some with no expiration date. [...]

I originally wrote a review on this product stating that I was unhappy with the condition the product arrived in. They sent me 5 separate cartridges that were not in a box as show in the advertisement photograph. Well they contacted me and stated they would fix the problem, and begged that I recall my original review. I trusted them an gave them the benefit of the doubt. Stupid me. I gave them four stars in my original review of the product. This was because I only used two cartridges immediately. At the moment I still haven't used the other three. I'm giving them a huge mark down for failing to abide by their word. Failure to follow-up to see if I was content with purchasing from them. If I discover that the other 3 cartridges don't work, I wouldn't bother to complain any further. The lack of integrity from the people who called me to ensure they fixed the problem is a testament in how they conduct business on such a small matter. Why would I trust them with something larger. They lost in the long run because their service was being evaluated for further purchases. Shame on you! Oh, by the way company spokesman. This time when you read the review, don't call begging for me to remove it so that you can save face. It stays here as is.

Claim to be original Epson cartridges. With the price, I should have known they are not. And they suck. Sent one back and seller replaced it, but since then the seller hasn't even contacted me back about the other 4 that don't work. Hopefully Amazon.com will eliminate this seller.

I was a big HP inket user many years ago, until a friend introduced me to Epson printers. I've had nothing but good luck, and amazing results from the devices since then. As we all know, ink isn't cheap, but the Epson design seems to get me the most pages out of my printer with the least amount of hassle. I print about 10 pages a month, and these usually last about a year for me. The key to keeping these around a while is not turning the printer off, just let it go into standby, because when you physically turn it off, then back on it goes through a cleaning cycle, which uses a ton of ink. - Photo Printer - Inkjet Printer - Printer Ink - R380'

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