I pre-ordered the Nook ebook reader within a day or so after they were officially announced on October 20th. For over a month now, the expected ship date on my order status page has been 11/30th. That’s today in case you haven’t checked the calendar 🙂 All day I’ve been keeping an eye on that […]
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Everyday carry fans will love the Screwpop tool. It’s a 4 in 1 keychain tool shaped like a key, that has a Phillips screwdriver tip #2, flathead screwdriver tip #2, 1/4” hex. nut driver, and a bottle opener. At only $4.95, it would make a great little stocking stuffer.
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The Clickfree C2 Portable Automatic Backup drive is the go-to option for those looking for a hardware backup solution with it’s own easy, but option rich software interface that works with both Mac and PC. As a Mac user, already using Time Machine to securely backup my data, C2 might appear useless and a bit
Clickfree C2 Portable Backup Drive: Just Click and GO! Read More
I have been pondering upgrading my stock car stereo for a fancy new one with some of, if not all, the bells and whistles; touch screen, navigation, iPod interface, HD radio, USB connection, etc. The real sticking point has been the cost. While the stereo may only cost between $350-$1000, the installation and additional parts
My Crutchfield experience….. Read More
M-Edge is now offering their e-Luminator2 lights for the Sony PRS-600 and PRS-300 reader cases, available to ship in 1-3 days. The beauty of these lights is that they store inside (most) of the M-Edge cases, so you always have your reading light with you without having to carry an extra piece of equipment. These lights
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Dyson is well known for their space age style upright bagless vacuum cleaners. I’ve wanted to try one from the first time I saw one of their commercials on TV. I wasn’t aware that they also sold canister style cleaners and happily accepted the opportunity to review the Dyson DC23 Turbinehead Canister Vacuum Cleaner when
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Jackie sent me an email yesterday saying that we should review the FLO TV Personal Television. It’s a device that can show live TV (if you’re within the coverage area, which I am not). Channels include ABC Mobile, Adult Swim Mobile, CBS Mobile, CNBC, Comedy Central, Disney Channel, ESPN Mobile TV, FLO TV Channel, FOX
Would you pay $15 a month for FLO TV? Read More
Amazon didn’t show Kindle 2 owners any love when it came to including a case for the ebook reader. If you’re still trying to find a case to protect your reader, you might want to head over to OCTO Style and check out several of their offerings, including their seamless leather sleeve. It’s made from
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Case-Mate Hybrid cases for BlackBerry devices provide the Tour 9630, BlackBerry Javelin 8900 and BlackBerry Curve 8520 with dual layers of protection. A form-fitting silicone skin surrounds the Blackberry to absorb shock in the event of a drop. Wrapped around the skin is an ABS plastic shell that gives you a better grip on the
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Pocket watch junkies will want to check out the Swiss Army 1884 Travel Alarm. It’s a limited addition anniversary watch with luminous hands and hour markers. It also has a built-in alarm feature as well as toothpick and tweezers. No knife though… This pocket timepiece is really pricey at $550. If you want one, start
From Pocket Knife to Pocket Watch – Swiss Army 1884 Travel Alarm Read More
If you are a fan of NPR radio programming, you’ll probably want a Radio Bookmark. Do you find yourself getting to your destination in the middle of a program you really want to hear or in the middle of a song that you want to know more about? If you have the Radio Bookmark you
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Don’t show these Topobo sets to your kids. They will want a set for Christmas and you won’t be able to afford them. You might be able to afford a starter kit, but their 1000 piece kit will run you $4,999.00. Yowch! That’s the price you have to pay for a construction set that can
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When I was a kid, the closest thing that I had for an electronic homework helper was a Texas Instruments calculator. As you are probably aware, those days are long gone. Families today have countless options for electronic tutoring; ranging in price, complexity and effectiveness. Today I am reviewing one of such option. LeapFrog’s FLY
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