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AUDIO AND VIDEO ACCESSORIES ELECTRONICS
Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By Case Logic.
The regular list price is $19.99.
Sells new for $10.14.
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5 comments about Case Logic Heavy-Duty 72-Disc CD/DVD Wallet (Blue).
- ITS MORE ORGANIZED TO HAVE YOUR CDS IN 1 CASE INSTEAD OF MANY CASES & ITS DURABLE ALSO
- Quality not as good as I thought it would be. A little over-priced for what you get.
- I was looking for a CD case, because I was running out of room in my old cases
I came across this case, and it was pretty cheap in price compared to others.
I decided to give it a shot and ordered 2 of them.
I got them and liked them both very much. Very good value if your looking for cheap CD case and theres a lot of space to fill up.
The outside is pretty durable, with rubber like skin. Will protect your CD's.
The inside it also nice, has a built in pouch for some storage and the actual sleeves where the disks are stored good and wont scratch your CD's.
Overall order this if you want a good cheap case with plenty of storage.
- This is a great case. I bought it to store and entire tv series of DVDs in so I wouldn't ad extra wear and tear on the series boxes. It does the job and keeps my DVDs organized & safe from scratches. When is is filled to capacity it is tough to zip up, but it does zip closed.
- This case holds Disks very well. There is a little pocket on the inside which I found to be a convenient place to store memory cards. Won Downside is that the sleeves do not hold mini-CD's or mini-DVDS well. The exterior is also very thick and feels like it would absorb most of the impact if you wear to drop the case.
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By Audiovox Accessories Corporation.
The regular list price is $14.99.
Sells new for $6.20.
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5 comments about Terk Technology TV-1 Passive Indoor TV Antenna.
- The reviews were great for this, but our other antennas worked just as well, and they could be adjusted without moving the whole thing. However, for the price, it is fine.
- I don't know if the DTV signal in my area is that strong or the antenna is working that great. The picture is clear and sometime even better than cable. Most local channels are 720p and very few in 1080p. The regular TV is above average too. Tha is good enough for me.
- As "rabbit ear" antennas go this is most likely one of the best built I've ever seen. The base is heavy enough to make-up a littlebit for being so narrow. If space is an issue this is a good choice for a basic antenna. The reception is mediocre and a bit inconsistant. I've tuned in Digital and analog signals with this antenna. Compared to other passive antennas I'f used it seemed that this one required more "fussing about" to get things tuned in at all three locations where I tried it.
If you're not more the 10 miles or so from your source and you don't mind fiddling with the antenna for each station you want to tune in this is a well-built choice for an execptionally simple antenna.
- The Terk TV-1 is your typical rabbit ears that works if you are in a good reception area and it does picks up HD. I have used two other antennas - a small portable $5 antenna and a $30 amplified antenna. My smaller antenna picked up all the HD channels I needed except NBC. The Terk did pick up NBC, but only if you orient it in a certain direction. However, the Terk wasn't as good as a $30 amplified antenna I used to have which picked up more channels than the Terk.
One annoying thing about the Terk is the adapter it comes with that goes into your TV's coaxial plug. It doesn't screw into the coaxial plug properly, but rather you just have to try to squeeze it on the TV and it doesn't fit perfectly. The antenna still works fine, but I think they could have just made a regular adapter that screws onto the TV.
- The antenna is great, pulls in more stations than my old rabbit ears BUT, on delivery, was missing a critical part. I contacted Audiovox and they sent a part, but it was the WRONG PART. I contacted Audiovox again; their customer service tried to convince me I didn't know what I was talking about. Finally, after multiple transfers and being kept on hold, their technical support division backed me up and I was mailed the right part. This took two weeks!!
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By TDK.
The regular list price is $68.41.
Sells new for $23.51.
There are some available for $34.55.
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5 comments about TDK 16X DVD+R 100PK Spindle.
- Not much to say since they work. Only issue is on my wife's Dell laptop, these don't get auto-detected to burn at 16x but instead go at 8x or less. This may not be a huge problem for others. More notably, Memorex worked fine though. Overall, I like TDK for their quality and ruggedness.
- I have burned about 50 DVDs with thisTDK spindle, and so far I have only one that was a coaster. I am very impressed with the quality. The burned DVDs play in my portable DVD player, and most of the electronics that I own. All the DVDs have been burned using the built-in DVD+RW burner that came with my T43 Thinkpad laptop. Highly recommended!
- It appears that Amazon is no longer directly stocking these DVDs. If you do decide to order them from the vendor above, watch out for the exorbitant shipping charge which no longer makes these discs a bargain.
- This had a really good price when I bought it ($23.99 April-2008), but the quality was very bad. When I try to burn a DVD I hear a weird noise, after this the DVD frozes my system (there is a chance <50% that it will continue burning). First, I thought that my DVD drive broke, but when I used other brand DVDs I did not hear any noise, neither have any problem. Surely the worst DVDs I ever bought and the most expensive $/useful disk. I tried different burning software, but I had the same response.
- 3/4 of these disks ended up being defective. I won't buy TDK again. Look elsewhere.
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By elago.
Sells new for $1.50.
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5 comments about 2.5mm To 3.5mm Stereo Audio Jack Adapter (3 rings) elago Brand.
- Cell phone headphones are hard to come by. If you go through headphones like me you don't want to keep buying ones because you lose them or they break. With this adapter you can use your favorite 3.5mm earphones that you use for your MP3 player. Everyone always has standard headphones around their house so buy this inexpensive adapter.
- It fit perfectly. i read another review saying i needed this 3 ring adapter so i chose this one. it works perfectly. Just i wudve kinda liked the wire to be a little bit thicker. Also the price for something so simple is just ridiculous. But its pretty much the cheapest u can get online. If you have the Env2 Vx9100 then get this adapter and not the 2 ring one.
- It's a simple little converter, and works perfectly with my 2.5mm phone output to my 3.5mm headphones and 3.5mm speakers.
I purchased from OrionGadgets, which shipped VERY quickly.
- I have an LG enV 2 and this allows me to play it into standard headphones and to play it into my home stereo using the common RCA adaptor. Combined with an 8GB micro SD card, the phone is now a great mp3 music source. Three ring is indeed the proper converter for the LG.
- This connector works perfectly with the LG Rumor and allows me to use my own headphones in full stereo. I would assume it works with all LG phones.
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By Panasonic.
The regular list price is $249.99.
Sells new for $81.31.
There are some available for $89.95.
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5 comments about Panasonic MC-UL675 AeroSpin Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner with Dirt Sensor, Sherbert Blue.
- Does what it should, but extremely heavy. I won't be toting this baby from one level of my house to another, which makes it only one third as useful as it could be. Definitely the heaviest upright I have ever owned.
- Bought this for my summer home and found it to be a poweraful upright vacuum with no bags needed and the dirt sensor a big plus.
- I was impressed by the various marketing descriptions of this vacuum until I used it. Clean it does..but try to empty the container and you might bust a blood vessel or two. The instructions call for twisting two canisters in opposite directions to open but most often it is stuck or defies human efforts. Just is not worth the aggrevation. What a mess...to the dumpster it goes.
- I have this vacuum cleaner for more than 6 months, it has very good suction, cleans very well, but very heavy. I agree with other reviewers, if you have to clean multiple floors, you might consider a lighter vacuum cleaner.
- It is disappointed. There are always pros and cons. For the pros, you can get them from their ads.
It is heavy. As some of the review mentioned, it is not powerful. And there is no power adjustment. So it is not suitable to do the light duty work such as vacuuming the computer. The power cord is short. You will need an extension cord if you have a big room.
It is in the same class as those cheap vacuum cleaners. It may make you feel good because it is a Panasonic. But it may not make your work easier and will not help your wallet.
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By Koss.
The regular list price is $19.99.
Sells new for $10.90.
There are some available for $29.99.
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5 comments about Koss KSC75 Portable Stereophone Headphones.
- I really can't say enough wonderful things about these headphones. Most people have already commented on their strengths and some weaknesses.
One thing though is remember these come with a lifetime warranty and Koss does back that so if they go dead just contact them and send it in.
Another thing. I would buy these from Radio Shack as they have an in line volume control that is really handy. The ones sold elsewhere including Amazon don't have that.
- These clip-on style headphones are fantastic. I've owned several different pairs of clip-on 'phones over the years and these are the best by far. Great bass response, amazing clarity, and great frequency range. I can't recommend these enough!
- I bought these headphones to use at the gym and am not disappointed. The fit well and the sound is very good. I bought a pack of replacement cushions, since they will surely need to be replaced and I have found with other headphones that they may not be available years later.
- Unbeatable sound for the price. Nothing to add to the many reviews here. Just want to mention that KSC75 at RationShack has a volume control (I guess it's a bonus feature). If you catch it on sale at RS the price can be better then here....
- for mini headphones,they are kind of big, but the bass they have is 100% better than the usually super small headphones you get with ipods and the like. They also are super cheap and have interchangeable covers and even a carrier where I fit my ipod shuffle too. So get them, excellent for running or walking or even to replace normal big headphones.
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By Griffin Technology.
The regular list price is $39.99.
Sells new for $21.50.
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5 comments about Griffin TuneBuds Mobile for iPhone (Black).
- I've been using these earbuds for about a month now and am mostly happy with them. First the good stuff. Like others here, I cannot use the earbuds that come with the iPhone. They barely stay in my ears. The TuneBuds fit really well in my ears and offer decent isolation from outside noise as well. The cloth lining of the cords is great for minimizing tangling, as is the carrying case that is included. I've had no complaints about the microphone. It is well placed, unobtrusive, and the button is easy to locate and press.
The only problem I have with these earbuds is the piercing treble. This is not a problem with most music, but it's really bad when listening to "talk radio" style podcasts. Whenever someone says the "s" sound, it actually hurts my ears. Running with the EQ set to Treble Reducer makes it tolerable.
- I have searched for quite a while and was dismayed at the cost for earbuds that I researched (at times, 10 times the amount of these); and I was refreshed to find a much less expensive option. They are perfect for what I wanted -- iPhone compatible (original and 3G) with mic and play/pause button, noise-canceling, good overall sound with enough bass and decent highs and mids, a strong cord and seemingly durable construction. The mic has been a little muddy at times (on the other person's end) but is better depending on its proximity to my mouth. My largest concern was to not spend a lot, considering how vulnerable I am to losing them. These match all my preferences exceptionally well.
- These are great. They fit in your ear and block out lots of outside noise. I love the fabric exterior of the cord instead of plastic. It makes them feel much better. The sound quality on the mic is excellent people cant tell I am using them ! I highly recommend these !!
- I received these headphones about 3 weeks ago, and was initially disappointed with the sound. My previous phones were Sennheiser CX-300 earbuds which lasted me well over a year and had pretty good sound. The equivalent pair of Sennheisers with an iPhone mic and button are $100, so these Griffin earbuds looked like a good compromise. I eventually got accustomed to the sound on these phones and was more or less a happy camper, until about a week ago (two weeks after first receiving the headphones) i discovered that the cable is starting to pull out of the fabric at the junction with the plug, and now the wires inside are damaged and sound cuts in and out of both sides of the earbuds. Granted, I only spent $30 on these headphones, but at the very least I expected them to last me 3-6 months, not 3 weeks. This is not so much a faulty pair as a faulty design. The plug is much too tall and provides no yield at the point where the wire comes in, so placing the iPhone in any location where there is not 3 inches of room for the headphone jack and cable will inevitably bend the cable at a right angle from the jack, causing excessive wear.
I would contact Griffin about a replacement pair, but since they will surely have the same design flaw they will probably break in a matter of weeks, as well.
- These headphones are cool in a number of ways that are all irrelevant because they sound terrible.
Good:
-Fit in ears nicely with customizable sizes.
-The fabric-coated cord feels nice to the touch.
-They have a little carrying case I immediately threw away (although some people may use stuff like that)
Bad:
-You'll need to use Bass Booster to hear any low end in your music at all...
-But you wont be able to because you'll need to use Treble Reducer to avoid headache-inducing, shrill, knife-like sound.
I only purchased these earphones because the ones that came with the Iphone fell apart after a few months. I bought my headphones retail for $40 - a mistake. I wish I could return them, but like underpants and swimsuits - earbud returns are considered unsanitary.
At the current Amazon price (~$20) they are a fair deal, provided you don't care that much about sound quality.
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By Belkin.
The regular list price is $40.37.
Sells new for Too low to display.
There are some available for $7.28.
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5 comments about Belkin Leather Folio Case for iPod nano 3G (Black).
- I bought this case because I wanted something with a screen protector for my iPod. The case itself is rather nice, and closes magnetically (watch your credit cards around it). However, I discarded it rather quickly because I constantly had to remove it from the case to sync or charge it. I eventually went with a case which allowed lots of protection, but maintained access to the ports. If you don't mind taking it out of the case all the time, it's a nice buy, otherwise.
I'm particularly disappointed because they apparently designed the case for the classic with full port access.
And, agreeing with another review, it's brown, not black.
- Well made, but inside protective cover is too thick (interfers with finger angle to click wheel) and the Nano won't go in far enough to be centered.
Also comes with a vision distortion clear cover for the screen (sewn in), which is redundant because you have the case cover to protect it.
I like the design, it looks and feels nice, it just doesn't fit or work well.
The similar folio for the iTouch by Belkin fits perfectly. Disappointed.
- I saw it in the store before I ordered it through amazon. The store didn't have the color I wanted. It works great. My husband wanted something small and relatively inconspicuous. He says it works just fine. It fits in his pocket and dosen't really scream I-POD! The magnetic enclosure is nice. Much better than the velcro for the I-pod classic holder.
- I bought this for my mom, along with a silver Nano ipod. She loves both but I just wish the leather case would have a hole at the bottom for the cable of the ipod. Other than that, we've had no problem with it and I'd definitely recommend it!
- I got this quickly!! Love it very much. I like that it really protects my ipod. Love the color black/brown trim. It is very snug and works great in my purse for work and even exercise. I just carry it or put in a pocket. Was well worth the money!! Great product!!
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By Logitech.
The regular list price is $159.32.
Sells new for $99.90.
There are some available for $59.99.
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5 comments about Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere Compact Speakers for iPod (Black).
- Logitech has a long running reputation for quality made innovative products and the Pure-Fi Anywhere is no different. I haven't compared it side by side to the MM50, which it replaces. I have both and I can tell you from listening to them independently the Pure-Fi Anywhere has greater clarity at high volume levels and better bass response.
The quality and clarity of the sound is enough to warrant the purchase. The portability, carrying case and built-in rechargeable battery are bonuses. The case for the Pure-Fi Anywhere has enough room for the unit as well as the adapter, which the MM50 didn't, and two slots as well. One for an iPod and the other for the remote.
Quality of sound, great portability, a remote control and a rechargeable battery were the reasons I chose this over similar offerings from other manufacturers. 10-hour battery life is claimed; however, in my experience expect less than half of that if it is used at constant higher volume levels.
- Volume could be stronger although sound quality does not distort all the way up to max volume. Sound expand button makes many songs echo. Sounds like they are being played in a tunnel. Remote works well with iPhone's menu. Remote range is over 25 ft. Case everything including power cord and remote. Great deal for 70 bucks.
- I have an iPod touch and it plays fine though this unit EXCEPT that the remote does not function properly: up and down scrolling always jumps two items. I returned it and bought the current model, the Pure-Fi Anywhere ll which does work perfectly and comes with the appropriate sized insert for the iPod touch (and iPhone)- at least the first generation ones. This unit, the Pure-Fi Anywhere, did not. Both units were sonically acceptable for their size and purpose.
- Great product although I'm still trying to figure out how it charges the Ipod. Still learning love it!
- Beautiful sound. Easy to use. Perfect size.
Works best with the remote. Mine was broken.
I returned the whole unit to Amazon, but was told that they did not have a new unit to replace it with.
I went somewhere else for speakers.
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Posted in Audio and Video Accessories (Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
By MSI COMPUTER.
The regular list price is $24.99.
Sells new for $20.14.
There are some available for $24.39.
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5 comments about Super G 802.11BG Wireless Pci 64 Bit Xp Compliant Turbo Mode.
- This card was easy to set up and worked better than the Netgear WRN111 usb device that I had before. The reception is great as if I have a wired connection. For the price this card is great. The only inconvenience is the antenna that has a little wire which is annoying anytime you need to do anything in the back of your computer, but I knew that when I bought it.
- I originally purchased the WMP300N by Linksys for just under $100. I was feed up with dropped connections and poor performance so I decided to try another wireless devise. This product was a fraction of the price and preformed considerably better. This a great value.
- Does what it is supposed to do. This card connects to the internet, is easy to use, and i like antena feature. Picks up signal very well.
- A few points I'd like to share:
1. Excellent reception - I'm using Linksys router with DD-WRT firmware and this card picks up consistant 5-bar signal. I've previously had Buffalo Airstation WLI2PCIG54S in the same machine and it only had around 2-bar of signal strength (same location.)
2. Antena cable is about long enough to put it on top of a midsize tower.
3. I run RaLink (for chipset RT61) on XP machine instead of the MSI supplied driver, also configured thru Window wireless option. So far, it's been stable, no drop signal.
For price/performance ratio, I think this is a great choice.
- I received and installed this last night on my kids 4 year old HP desktop. It is a replacement for the Buffalo wireless USB adapter the kids broke a couple of weeks ago. I wanted to get a replacement Buffalo product but found that a court injunction now bars Buffalo from selling many of their products in the US.
I installed the Super G and it interfaced with the Buffalo router in 30 seconds. No problem at all. It even receives pretty good signals from 5 other wireless networks in my neighborhood. I am no computer geek but will say this product works like a charm with no dropped signals so far.
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Case Logic Heavy-Duty 72-Disc CD/DVD Wallet (Blue)
Terk Technology TV-1 Passive Indoor TV Antenna
TDK 16X DVD+R 100PK Spindle
2.5mm To 3.5mm Stereo Audio Jack Adapter (3 rings) elago Brand
Panasonic MC-UL675 AeroSpin Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner with Dirt Sensor, Sherbert Blue
Koss KSC75 Portable Stereophone Headphones
Griffin TuneBuds Mobile for iPhone (Black)
Belkin Leather Folio Case for iPod nano 3G (Black)
Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere Compact Speakers for iPod (Black)
Super G 802.11BG Wireless Pci 64 Bit Xp Compliant Turbo Mode
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