Showing posts with label handheld refractometer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label handheld refractometer. Show all posts

Friday, August 15, 2014

TURQUOISE TPU Rubber Gel Skin Cover Case for HTC Incredible 2 6350

TURQUOISE TPU Rubber Gel Skin Cover Case for HTC Incredible 2 6350
  • Protection against scratches, chips, dirt.
  • Custom made to fit your phone perfectly.
  • Complements Product.
  • Accessible opening provides quick access to button functions.

It's pretty cheap and flimsy, but it fits the edges of the phone perfectly. My only complaint is that the material is so flimsy that it bends right off of the left and right sides of the phone.

Friday, August 8, 2014

rooCASE Executive Portfolio (Black) Leather Case Cover with Landscape / Portrait View for Toshiba Ex

rooCASE Executive Portfolio Leather Case Cover with Landscape / Portrait View for Toshiba Excite AT305 10.1-Inch Tablet
  • Executive Portfolio Leather Cover for Toshiba Excite AT305 10.1-Inch Tablet (NOT Compatible with AT305 SE AT305SE-T16). Genuine Leather with Micro Suede Interior.
  • Built-In Stand for Comfortable Viewing at 45 Degree Angle. Detachable Inner Sleeve for Handheld Operation; Reattaches by Velcro for Landscape / Portrait Viewing. (Tablet NOT Inluded)
  • Business and ID Slots with Accessory Flap. Elastic Loop for Pen or Stylus. Dual Zipper for Easy Access.
  • Access to All Ports and Controls. (NOT Compatible with OEM Dock)
  • A MUST Have for all Toshiba Excite AT305 Tablet Owners!!

This leather case is good quality and well made. It's so bulky and heavy, however, that I'm returning it. It defeats the purpose of carrying a tablet.

The day after I returned this item I received a phone call from a very nice customer service person from PC Micro Store. She informed me that rooCASE makes another model that fits my Toshiba Excite 10 AT305 tablet. The other case (linked here)is 1 inch thick as opposed to the one I returned, which is 1.5 inches thick. She gave me the Amazon product number. When I saw the pictures, I realized that I had intended to order the case she suggested. The case I intended to order also has multiple grooves which allow for positioning the tablet at different angles. She also offered an exchange, but I had already returned the original case. I was quite surprised by the personal customer service provided by PC Micro Store, which seems rare these days.

rooCASE Dual-Axis (Black) Leather Folio Case Cover with 23 Adjustable Portrait / Landscape Stand for Toshiba Excite AT305 10.1-Inch Tablet (NOT Compatible with Excite 10 LE AT200)

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I have purchased 4 of these cases in the last few years and have had no problems with them at all. They are very well made cases and fit all 4 of the tablets we are using them for, 2 Acer A500's,1 Tosiba Exite 10,1 Nexus 7,all of them are holding up very well.

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Really good item, it provides perfect security to the Tablet. It arrived on schedule and without any problem. The material is great, and the tablet fits perfect. i recommend it

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I bought my Toshiba Thrive on clearance refurb. and many places don't sell them new anymore. So the accessory market has disappeared as well. My wife has a rooCase but it is MUCH different, that was the case I wanted but it appears to be nonexistent now. Everywhere I looked it was "out of stock" So I bought this one.

Don't get me wrong this IS A GREAT CASE, just not for me. This is for the person on the go that takes their tablet everywhere. Probably better for a businessman. Zipped up in case it is well protected, it has little pockets for some papers and business cards.

What I did not like: The stand to keep it upright just seems poorly placed. You have to put the zippers all the way open, and I mean all the way, it can be difficult to grab then to close if you have fat fingers. If you don't open then this far the open flap comes up from the table. This design also takes up more space as you can see in the product picture. You might as well have a wireless keyboard cause using it is a little harder due to distance of reach.

So in a nutshell look carefully at the design and if it fits your needs it is worth it, if not good luck finding what you need.

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I bought this for the Toshiba Excite and it fit great.

No problems encounter during the entire purchase process.

Looks good too.

Monday, July 28, 2014

Apple iPhone Screen Protector

Apple iPhone Screen Protector
  • Reusable Screen Protector
  • Mirror effect

This doesn't even come close to covering the whole screen! Definitely wouldn't recommend if you actually want to protect your entire screen.

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I'm used to the screen protectors from (they really are the best), which cover the entire screen and have a separate sticker for the button. They are thin, flexible, a little rubbery and you put them on using a little soapy water to remove all bubbles.

This is a stiff plastic with a cut out around the button. I guess I didn't clean the screen well enough because I've got a few bubbles that won't go away. And it has a weird sheen to it.

If I had to choose, I'd go bestskinsever every time but I tried to be cheap.

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Easy to put on, stays on, keeps the screen clean, no differences between touch screen ability with it or without it. This was a good, cheap investment.

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It works great and stays shiny. I'm still using it. But trying to get the air bubbles out of 3 of these, I pry the corners up to squeeze out the air bubbles and the corners never stick again. So sure it works and if you can get the bubbles out first I would expect this to be a 5.

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Red Suede Fabric Sleeve Pouch Bag For iPhone4 4S

Red Suede Fabric Sleeve Pouch Bag For iPhone4 4S
  • fashionable
  • Made of durable high quality soft micro fiber material
  • Protection against impact, scratches, dirt, dust, and everyday hazards.
  • Color: Red

I use this pouch and one other for quick access pocket protection for an iPod touch (4th gen) and a small pocket digital camera. It provides an extra layer of protection while in a breast pocket, yet affords easy to reach accessibility. Could be used as an all-purpose pouch for jewelry and any other valuable in need of some protection. Inexpensive and well made.

Friday, June 27, 2014

White Amazon Kindle Fire 360° Rotating Leather Case Cover with Swivel Stand

White Amazon Kindle Fire 360° Rotating Leather Case Cover with Swivel Stand
  • Rotate 360 degree between horizontal and vertical position in different viewing angle.
  • View Kindle Fire in multiple viewing or typing angles for both horizontal and vertical position.
  • Clean slim fit with minimal weight and bulk. High quality Construction and stitching. Eco-Friendly artificial leather material.
  • Cut outs designed to ensure access of all Kindle Fire ports, cameras and speaker.|Shock absorbent and shatterproof.
  • Accessory ONLY Kindle Fire not included.

I was looking for a cover for my new Kindle Fire and was looking for one that could prop it up so I could watch movies or just surf the web. I was looking at getting one that was about $35 but found this one and took a chance on it. I was pleasantly impressed. It stays in pretty well. However the cover that goes around the Fire doesn't fit snugly and there is some slack and the Fire slides around a little. Also, it's not a bright white color. I saw another review that said this but I'm alright with it. It's more of an eggshell color. So if that's a sticking point then you may not like it. Overall, I like it and it's held up pretty well.

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The main issue I have is with the color. I know I ordered a white case, and I expected a "stark" white. This case isn't not what I would consider a "stark" white, it's more of an eggshell, it has a yellow-ish tint. So, if you are looking for a true white case, this is not it.

Otherwise, the features that I do like are how the Kindle Fire slides in. The case does do a good job rotating very easily. The holder roatates by a snap button, & works great. The case is made out of an decent material, that seems to be fairly sturdy & would withstand an accidental fall.

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Fellowes PDA Micro Keyboard for Palm V & Handspring Visor

Fellowes PDA Micro Keyboard for Palm V & Handspring Visor
  • Keyboard alternative for handheld PDAs
  • Compact enough to fit in a pocket
  • Accurate input for all size fingers
  • Does not require a flat surface to type
  • Supports Palm V and Handspring Visor handhelds

It looks very nice with my Handspring. The stand on the back is useful but folds away into the botten without trouble. I've been surpised at the ease at which entering stuff has been with 2 fingers (or however many you want). I've accutally written a single page letter to my Brother without any trouble. I don't use Hot Sync as much anymore. Been pretty happy with mine =)

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Having received a Handspring Visor for Christmas, I went a little crazy and bought myself this keyboard. Overall, it is useful, but there are difficulties: Used on a smooth surface, the PDA support, doesn't; and the near-corner keys (cap lock and right-arrow) are so stiff, you need a mini-sledge to get them to register. It will do for now, but I will probably look for a setup that is not as likely to drop or damage the PDA.

Saturday, April 12, 2014

Sony PEGA-SP60 CLIE Screen Protector

Sony PEGA-SP60 CLIE Screen Protector
  • Protect your LCD screen from scratches
  • Long lasting, reusable, and ultra thin screen protector
  • Easy to apply and remove
  • Part of a complete line of SonyStyle CLIÉ accessories
  • Compatible with CLIÉ T, SJ, and SL series

I just installed the Sony Clie screen protector on my NX70V. First of all, the installation didn't go smoothly. It was really hard to make sure that there's no air bubble. Then it was hard to hold and not touch the bottom side. I had fingerprints all over the thing.

OK, I finally had the thing on. But the protector already had my fingerprints and they were visible. So I decided to remove them. But removing it was no easy task. It stuck to the screen and I had to pry it off from the corner. I was afraid of scratching my screen so I spent a lot of time to slowly lifted one corner. Finally I got it off.

I think screen protector in general is more problem and it's not worth having. I'll use my Clie without protector from now on.

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I also found that the screen protector seems like it does more harm than good. I don't see how anyone could think that this would protect a screen. It picks up fingerprints very easily and theres bubbles inside it that are impossible to get out.

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I never used a screen protector on my Clie SJ20. When it burned out after less than a year, I got a SJ22 and bought a screen protector.

My SJ20 never had a mark on the screen. The screen protector on my SJ22, after one month, has so many marks from my stylus that it's hard to read in bright light. If you used thumbtacks instead of a stylus, maybe the screen protector would be helpful. Or if they sold for $.25 apiece and you replaced them weekly ... ?

I'll stick with using the stylus and throwing away the screen protector.

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It protetcs the screen and hardly affect its visibility. For me, it was a bit difficult to put it properly, I'm not skilled with this kind of stuff though.

It worth, I'm even going to buy another for me.

Friday, April 4, 2014

Skque Screen Protector + Black Aluminum Stylus Pen For Apple iPad 2/iPad 3 9....

Skque Screen Protector + Black Aluminum Stylus Pen For Apple iPad 2/iPad 3 9....
  • Made from the same Film material used to protect military aircraft
  • No rainbow marks, no glue marks and no fuzziness.
  • Soft rubber tipped end prevents from scratching your handheld screen.
  • Designed to be compatible with the iPad 2/iPad 3
  • 100% New brand, non-OEM

Review

Intro: I have a iPad 3

Stylus: A great working stylus that nothing will fall off. Include a pin to headphone jack as a holder. +1

Screen Protector: Bubbles avery where.

Conclusion: Expect a good stylus, not a good screen protector!

Monday, February 24, 2014

Ricoh Type 220 Waste Toner Bottle

Ricoh Type 220 Waste Toner Bottle
  • Waste toner bottle necessary for function of laser printer
  • Compatible with Ricoh Aficio SP C220N, C221N, C222DN, C220S, C221SF, and C222SF
  • Print yield of 25,000
  • Collects excess toner, developer and paper residue
  • Backed by 90-day warranty

These waste toner bottles only need to be changed every 25,000 copies and until the printer "notified" me that it was coming up for a new one, I was blissfully unaware that the printer even had a waste toner bottle. Lucky for me Amazon had the product and at the best price. It came quickly as is normal for Amazon shipments so I was all set to change it. I found it very easy to change and had no mess to clean up what so ever although I spread out newspaper in case as the instructions suggested.

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

BoxWave Slimline Capacitive Stylus for Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime - Asus Eee Pad Transformer Pri

BoxWave Slimline Capacitive Stylus for Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime - Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime Touch Screen Stylus w/ Thinner Barrel and Finer Point
  • Durable and responsive tip works on all capacitive touch screens
  • Conveniently designed in pen form, perfect for carrying around
  • Perfect for cold days when you don't want to remove your gloves
  • Available in Bold Orange, Crimson Red, Jet Black, Lunar Blue, and Metallic Silver color

This stylus is good, but sometimes you have to press harder than a fatter stylus. It works for basic input, but not so well for use with SketchPad Pro.

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I received my stylus in a timely manner and packaged nicely.

I am happy with the product and use it for my ASUS Eee Pad Transformer. It doesn't work well with Sketching programs, but for touch screen applications in general, it's great. I would definitely purchase from this seller again.

Sunday, February 2, 2014

rooCASE 3n1 Executive Portfolio (Black) Leather Case Cover with Landscape and Portrait View / Anti-G

rooCASE 3n1 Executive Portfolio Leather Case Cover with Landscape and Portrait View / Anti-Glare Screen Protector / Capacitive Stylus for 4th Generation iPad with Retina Display / the new iPad 3rd / Apple iPad 2
  • Executive Portfolio Leather Cover for Apple iPad 2 / The new iPad 3 . (iPad Not Included)
  • Built-In Stand for Comfortable Viewing at 45 Degree Angle. Detachable Inner Sleeve for Handheld Operation; Reattaches by Velcro for Landscape / Portrait Viewing.
  • Anti-Glare and Anti-Fingerprint Matte Screen Protector that Reduces Glare and Smudges Over 70%. Self-Adhering Japanese PET Film.
  • Ultra-Light Capacitive Stylus Pen Weight: 0.4 OZ. Stylus Length: 114mm. Conevenient Cap Attachment to 3.5mm Audio Jack. Clip that Can Attach to Shirt or Pants Pocket
  • A MUST Have for all Apple iPad 2 / The new iPad 3 Owners!! Available in Black, Grey, Magenta, Pink and Red. Search: rooCASE iPad 2 / iPad 3 Executive Portfolio

I have never written a review about a product before, but I was pretty upset with the product that it inspired me to do this. After many hours searching for an IPAD 2 case, I found this really nice productthe RooCASE 3n1 Leather case...I have had it for three days now, I really liked everything about the product when looking on various websites and thought it would be a perfect fit for what I was looking for. After opening up the case that has two zippers a few times, one zipper broke without a whole lot of pressure. There aren't a whole lot of things that should go wrong with a "fake" or very hard feeling leather case for the Ipad. I would think that someone would test the zipper for function more than 3-5 tries, and if it would break, you would improve on this product. It is a shame that it doesn't do the job that it was intended to do as I really like the concept. This appeared to be the nicer ones on the market, but if it can not deliver on quality, than it doesnt do anyone any good. If you want a product that does the job its supposed to do, I would not recommend this one. rooCASE 3n1 Executive Portfolio (Black) Leather Case Cover with Landscape and Portrait View / Anti-Glare Screen Protector / Capacitive Stylus for Apple iPad 2 Wifi / 3G Model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB

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This started out to be a great iPad case. The material is a very nice black leather and worked well to carry into appointmens. Includes a spot for business cards to slide in along with a pen or stylus.

The downside....the Velcro lost its stickiness within about 6 months. Eventually my iPad fell out and damaged the corner.

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Very nice cover for ibad with the bag and very helpeful in travelling , you can but pasport and tickets , and strong materilas , i strongly recomndend this product

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It was a bit harder to find the case I was looking for than expected, I had three requirements:

1. Portfolio that will keep my stylus and notes.

2. A stand to keep my ipad up and active at work.

3. Do that Ipad magnetic thing.

This case satisfied all three conditions and for a solid price to boot.

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I bought this portfolio case for my wife for Christmas to go along with her iPad 2 that I also gave for Christmas. The case is genuine leather with a very soft inner liner. The portfolio can stand on its own or the inner case is Velcro removable and can also stand on its own. The stylus fits in the hand nicely and is lighter then a pen. It requires little pressure on the iPad and makes it easier to use. I am so impressed with this portfolio that I am considering getting one for myself instead of a cheaper version that I bought. The portfolio arrived ahead of schedule through Amazon Prime.

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Natico Decision Maker and Paper Weight (60-2622)

Natico Decision Maker and  Paper Weight
  • Fun and entertaining
  • Functional and easy to use
  • Decorative

Happy with the purchase. Quality product. Lighting shipping services. The seller even reached out to confirm my shipping address. The only drawback is that the price is not the lowest. If you search carefully, you may find a better deal at amazon for the exactly same product.

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I thought it was going to be a flop but my boss loves it. It was his Christmas gift and boy does he use it to make some decisions...although I remind him it was a joke.

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I made a spin on whether I should review this product and it came back "Yes" so here I am. I initially bought this as a gag gift for the office party but loved it so much I kept it for myself. Now everyone who came by gives it a spin. Should I go take a nap now? "Yes"

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Gave this to my husband when he landed his new job. His boss loved it too. Thank goodness he has a great sense of humor.

purchased as a gift, not yet given. i am happy with quality, should be apreciated. good for the person on your list that has everything

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Piel Frama Leather Case with Magnetic Closure for the iPad 2 & 3 (Pink)

Piel Frama Leather Case with Magnetic Closure for the iPad 2 & 3
  • Handcrafted Spanish leather case combines luxurious styling with durable construction
  • Snug leather frame with soft lining fits the Apple iPad 2 & 3 like a glove
  • Convenient cutouts provide easy access to all iPad features and ports
  • Front cover includes document compartment
  • Magnetic system closure with sleep mode function

This case was exactly as described, it is a gorgeous pink, looks very expensive, and is actually all leather as described in the ad, not plastic and leather. I am very pleased with this purchase and would highly recommend it to others!

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Wednesday, November 20, 2013

rooCASE Neoprene Netbook Sleeve Case Cover for Alienware 11.6-Inch M11x Laptop (Spring Butterfly - R

rooCASE Neoprene Netbook Sleeve Case Cover for Alienware 11.6-Inch M11x LaptopThis case is so pretty. If all I had to put in the bag is the my M11x itself, it'd be pefect. However, I also need to bring the power cord and brick. I've managed to put my laptop, a mousepad, a mouse, the power cord and brick all inside with the cords kind of sticking out where the handles are but as you can imagine, it looks really bulky. If you only need to bring it with you somewhere for a couple of hours a day, I suggest that you just leave the power cord cord and brick. The battery lasts pretty long on our M11xs anyway :)

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Sunday, November 3, 2013

Protective Decal Skin Sticker for Sprint LG Rumor Touch case cover rumortch-351

Protective Decal Skin Sticker for Sprint LG Rumor Touch case cover rumortch-351
  • A revolutionary way to customize your device with Supper durable Ultra high gloss finish vinyl skin & High resolution digital printing with photo quality!
  • Precision cut to fit your device, scratch resistant protective shields with high-quality vinyl.
  • Supper easy to apply, with EASY Apply technology feature air bubble FREE in the application.
  • Non permanent adhesive allow easy peel off & leave NO sticky residue behind.
  • Thin enough to maintain compatibility with most accessories; tough enough to absorb the minor abuse from daily use.

I felt really snazzy when I got this decal. I kept myself quite entertained by looking at all the adorable doodles, and my toddler was quite fond of them too.

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Barnes & Noble Industriell Easel Cover

Barnes & Noble Industriell Easel Coverthis cover is very well made and also convenient to use.It is durable and protects my Nook from scratches.It is very easy to remove the Nook from the cover.

I definitely like this product a lot. I've had the regular Nook cover where it would flip open as a book and didn't like it as much. The easel lets me read pretty much hands free.

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We purchased the Nook Color because it has internet capability. It is much lighter than carrying the laptop and easy to use. We have had some problems with connecting to the internet at times.

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After searching many places for many cases/covers, I have finally found THE case! It fits my Nook nicely, easy to use, and is very neat looking on my nook. I highly recommend this case. This case will allow your nook to stand on its own while you read hands free. Very sturdy and of good quality.

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Sunday, September 22, 2013

PDair F41 Black Leather Case for Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo

PDair F41 Black Leather Case for Sony Ericsson Xperia NeoI am very pleased with this product is excellent quality and fits perfectly into the mobile phone even beyond that delivery was also faster than was expected, so I recommend to all people who are Intereco is five stars .. .

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

New Fashionable Perfect Fit Leather Pouch Protective tablet PC computer Carrying Case for Apple iPad

New Fashionable Perfect Fit Leather Pouch Protective tablet PC computer Carrying Case for Apple iPad 3G / WiFi 16GB 32GB 64GB - Black
  • Compatible Models: Apple iPad 3G / WiFi 16GB 32GB 64GB
  • Sleek, durable material with soft velveteen inner lining helps protect your iPad from nicks and scrapes
  • It helps to protect against shock and surface damage caused by accidental drops.
  • Product Dimensions (Inner): 9.6 x 7.5 x 0.6 Inch

I have the apple magnetic cover for my Ipad 2 and wanted something to carry it in that would protect it and look good. This fits the bill. It is compact, padded for protection though not bulky and wears nice. I am pleased with it and considering the cost of a lot of the options out there, very good value!

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Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Plantronics Audio 478 Stereo USB Headset (Audio 478)

Plantronics Audio 478 Stereo USB HeadsetThis Plantornics Audio 478 Stereo USB Headset came to me via the Amazon Vine Reviewers Program. It was a timely for me because I had just ordered a new computer and was planning on setting up Skype. I am an avid Facebook user and recently learned that I will be having shoulder surgery, so I will be using voice activated software to keep up with Facebook and other computer tasks needing a solid headset with microphone to do so.

The Headset:

Solidly made, folds for storage with a small, but accurate microphone, this headset is comfortable to wear for long periods of time. It fits completely over your ears but it's not noise cancelling noise still gets through which frankly I like if I'm working so I can hear others come and go in the room.

The cord is about 6' long from the USB port connection to the headset. The control for on/off for Skype hits at about waist level when the headset it on me (I'm 5'6" with an average length torso). The boom for the microphone comes out from one of the earpieces. Because it rotates like the hands on a clock you can have it coming from the left or right whatever is comfortable for you. The headset is big enough to fit on larger noggins, and some with smaller heads may actually find it lose fitting.

Music and Gaming VS. Skype:

To use this headset with Skype you have to first go to Plantronics' website and download specific drivers that work with Skype. It's quick and easy to do so, and once I logged into Skype the software had no problem recognizing the headset immediately. Voice transfer was clear with only a slight echo occasionally. The microphone is noise-cancelling (giving a clear reproduction of your voice without noise in the room coming through too). Overall I'd rate it a 5 out of 5 for internet calls or video chat, using Skype, iChat or Windows Live Messenger. It works with both PC's and MAC too.

As for music playback I thought the sound to be lacking. I tried several genres of music, adjusted my PC's output to Bass Boost, etc..., but I really wasn't impressed with these headphones for true music enjoyment. I think it's adequate, but not much more in this area.

I also used this headset for playing the game L.A. Noire: The Complete Edition. I liked it, but hardcore gamers would find it lacking enough 'umph' I'm sure, and without the noise cancelling earphones, you have to turn up the volume quite a bit on your PC as sound is lost through the earpieces of the headset.

Conclusion:

These headphones are a good choice for those who frequently use Skype or similar chat software for work or pleasure. Also a good choice for software programs like: Dragon NaturallySpeaking Home, Version 11. However, they are not the best choice for music reproduction lacking depth of sound and noise cancelling earphones or for gaming, but do work for both. The headset is compatible via USB with both PC's and MAC. For my needs for Skype and voice recognition software, this headset will work great.

If you're more into music or gaming and want noise cancelling as a feature, consider these options: Plantronics GameCom 367 Closed-Ear Gaming Headset or Plantronics .Audio 655 USB Multimedia Headset which actually cost less and are geared towards those specific listening needs.

1/4/2012:

Used this headset for several hours while talking via Google Talk (free long distance calls through the end of the year 2012, but you need a Gmail account to do so...) on both local and long distance calls. All the calls were clear to both me as the user of the headset and to my call recipients. Actually the call recipients said that other than the number that came over caller ID, they noticed no difference in sound quality (me using this headset over the Internet) than if I was using a land line directly from my house. They said it was better than my cell phone for clarity (I have an LG Optimus with Virgin Mobile service).

1/16/2012:

Finding the headset to be uncomfortable on my ears after about 30 minutes. Call quality is still good, but not the most comfortable of wear.

These affordable corded headphones are OK, but not to fall in love with.

If you Skype from your laptop or desktop computer, and listen to music between calls, OK.

If you wear headphones a lot, you'll want better comfort and sound.

For "on-the-go," you could want something more compact.

USB connection -not for phones.

PROs:

Affordable

Plug and play

Handy control stick Mute, volume, and call answer/terminate

Noise canceling mic (earphones are not noise canceling)

OKs:

Music fidelity is OK, not great

Comfort is OK, not great. Not for wearing hours on end

Open-air foam earpieces allow you to hear your surroundings (good or bad)

Secure enough fit, just barely

Fold-able, but not super compact

1 year warranty

Alternatives -

I have not tried them, but I would consider:

Sennheiser PC 36 USB Headset

Logitech USB Headset H530

Logitech Laptop Headset H555

Creative Labs Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Alpha USB Gaming Headset

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I worked in customer service for awhile, and most that I've known use plantronics headsets. There is a reason for this.

When you first open the package you see the headset all folded up. It comes with a cloth bag as well that wouldn't protect it much, but might keep some dust off of it.

What I like about this headset.

Very lightweight, it may seem a bit fragile, but being lightweight is great for feeling good on the head.

Sound quality reception/mic is very good.

Very adjustable, the ear pads swivel which allow for a very comfortable fit.

What I don't like

The volume up/down/mute switch seems to be up to high. Instead of being able to hold it in my hand on my lap, I end up always having to reach for it, or grab it and spin it around to see if I'm muted.

The pickup/hangup button doesn't seem to work, I am on OS X and haven't installed any software, so this may be why, don't really need it.

Cords on both ears instead of just one

Bottom line, this is the best usb headset I've used, most comfortable, sound/mic isn't an issue, and it works great every time. I just wish there were a few small changes.

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QUICK SUMMARY: This headset works well with my laptop computer. While using Skype, the sound I heard was very clear, like the person was sitting next to me. The other person reporting excellent sound, too -much, much better than when I used my laptop's built-in microphone. The fact that this set is foldable and more easily transported makes this a great headset to own. Highly recommended!

WHAT I LIKE:

Comfortable fit. I didn't feel pressure on my head or ears after wearing them for a while.

The sound I heard was excellent for voice (I don't use headsets for music)

The sound captured by the microphone was excellent (as reported to the one who heard me speak)

Foldable design makes them easy to stow or transport

The microphone boom kept away from my mouth (other headsets I've owned tend to bump into my mouth)

Plug-n-play performance. Windows 7 recognized it right away for me. No drivers to install.

Usually I can make a comment or two about what could be done to improve a product I review, even if there was nothing I particularly disliked about that product. With this headset, nothing really comes to mind about what could be done to improve it. A headset should be comfortable to wear, provide good sound through the earpieces, capture and deliver sound well through the boom microphone. This headset does all of that. As long as there isn't an issue with reliability, I have no qualms about recommending this Plantronics headset.

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I use this set on a Mac PowerPC 2.0Ghz system. The Plantronics Audio 478 worked perfectly out of the box after plugging it into a powered USB hub. It's an excellent buy for $29.97. When using with Skype, access the Preferences/Audio. Select Plantronics .Audio 478 USB for audio output and input. The headset is comfortable, has excellent sound quality, and works as intended. My first call was on Skype for 1Hr +. I barely noticed the headset during the call. I played with the inline functions worked fine.

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Monday, August 19, 2013

BoxWave Slimline Capacitive Stylus for Barnes & Noble NOOK Tablet - Barnes & Noble NOOK Tablet Touch

BoxWave Slimline Capacitive Stylus for Barnes & Noble NOOK Tablet - Barnes & Noble NOOK Tablet Touch Screen Stylus w/ Thinner Barrel and Finer PointWorks well with nook tablet. Selects very well but flicks poorly.I don't need the flick function but I like the slim profile for selection.

I was so excited to think that this would work with my hand held tablet and phone. It does not work very well. You have to be extremely patient to want to use this at all.

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I paid less money for another Hybrid Stylus and it works far better. I was looking forward to this one because it was slim and would fit well with my Nook and it doesn't work well at all.

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