Thursday, March 31, 2016

Portable Wireless Speaker with Glow Ring

If you're looking for a reasonably priced bluetooth speaker that has a battery that lasts more than a couple hours, look no further. iLive has this neat little guy here that produces pretty solid sound for the money. This won't be be a primary music source for a party, but it's definitely solid for a home gym or some grilling outside. The LED is pretty neat too and changes colors every little bit. It's easy to pair to your phone (anything with bluetooth) but it also has a 3.5mm auxiliary port for anything else that doesn't have a bluetooth connection.

Overall, this is a pretty neat little unit. It seems rather well built and produces good quality audio reproduction for a unit this small. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated 4/5
Find it here: http://iliveelectronics.com/portable-wireless-speaker-2750.html

Saturday, March 26, 2016

Keurig K55 Coffee Maker

I have seen Keurig coffee machines almost everywhere I've gone in the last two years and I never really could appreciate them because I'm not exactly a coffee drinker. With that in mind, I've never kept a coffee machine in my home so I could never offer anything to my friends and family when they are over. However, since the Keurig was first introduced, it has been heating up much more than coffee. The fact that I can now quickly brew a cup of tea or hot chocolate in almost no time at all is very alluring to me.

What's better is that I can now offer my friends and family a delicious cup of coffee and not have to make an entire pot that will largely go to waste. With something like this, I was always under the impression that I would either need to keep the machine turned on so the water could heat up quickly or I would need to just patiently wait for the water to heat up every time I turned it on. That wasn't the case at all. I turn it on when I want a cup, wait about a minute, brew my beverage, then shut it off. As far as how many cups I can make out of a full reservoir, probably four or five.

My experience so far with this Keurig has been very pleasing! I find myself drinking more tea than I have in the past and it makes me feel great to be able to offer guests coffee when I haven't been able to in the past.

Rated: 5/5
Find it here: Keurig K55

Thursday, March 24, 2016

Premium Ski Goggles & Snowboard Goggles by Cozia

Unfortunately, with the weather being as warm as it has been I didn't really get a chance use these as much as I would like to. However, they were much bigger than I thought they would be and I actually LOVE that about them. They wrap around your head very nicely and they provide a huge amount of coverage. The mirrored lenses are an awesome touch because they make me feel like an astronaut.
Aside from looking like an awesome astronaut, they also function very well too. They breathe nicely and they are comfortable enough that you could wear them all day with little fatigue. I didn't notice them fogging up much either which is obviously a very important factor to consider. On top of this, they work wonderfully at reducing the bright light of the sun and the light that reflects off of the snow.
Overall, I'm very pleased with these goggles and would recommend them to anyone who wants to look like an astronaut and also wants superior protection on the slopes. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!
Rated: 5/5
Find them here: http://www.coziadesign.com

Sunday, March 20, 2016

Jadaol Ethernet Cable In-line Shielded RJ45 Coupler

I can't tell you how many times I've been running pre-cut network cables only to find out I'm a couple feet short of what I need. I end up having to buy a completely new that is longer just so I can make it work. This is such a life saver because if I ever find myself short on cable again, I can simply attach another network cable and I'm ready to rock and roll. What I love most about this is that it is not only shielded, it is also rated for CAT5-7 cables meaning I can pretty much use any standard of cable currently on the market.

In my experiences with it, there has been no noticeable drop in speed. One thing I haven't attempted to do is to run two different CAT cables on each side of the coupler...but I couldn't imagine there should really be any difference on there. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Saturday, March 19, 2016

PenTrean Wheel Casters


These PenTrean roller blade style caster wheels are an insanely nice replacement for the garbage stock wheels that came with my chair. The old ones were loud, they marked up my floor, and they never felt like the rolled smoothly. The roller blade style wheels are the exact opposite. I am genuinely surprised at how smoothly they roll and how quiet they are.

It was easy to pop off my old wheels and replace them with the new set. All said and done, it couldn't have taken me more than five minutes total. These wheels are heavy and obviously well built. It seems like they are made out of very high quality components.

Overall this is a marked improvement from the stock wheels. They don't mark up my floor, the roll smoothly, and they all roll very quietly. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Friday, March 18, 2016

Almond By EGOZ Mummy Sleeping Bag

If you like to do three season camping (and I don't mean in an RV) than a mummy sleeping bag is definitely something you'll want to consider picking up at some point. I recommend this one because the price point is reasonable ($32.90 at time of writing) and because it is rated down to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Are there sleeping bags that are rated for lower temperatures than that? Of course, but again...for the price of this particular sleeping bag, it's right on target.

I like the carrying case that comes with it as it allows you to carry it by the handle or sling it over your shoulder. It's easy to get out, unroll, and be ready to go and equally as easy to get it packed back up. The sleeping bag itself is a little snug for me (5'11" and 190 pounds) so if you like to sprawl out, this may not be for you. It's definitely warm and the hood at the top makes it awesome for those really cold camping nights. The only consideration I would suggest to the manufacturer is possibly to double on the stitching. I worry with things that will be out doors such as this that they may possible rip.

Overall, this is definitely a great bag for the price. It will keep you warm, it's made out of relatively good materials. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated: 4/5
Find it here: http://goo.gl/EKMiEU

Thursday, March 17, 2016

Suaoki 10000mAh Solar Charger External Backup Power Bank

I want to start out by saying 10,000 mAh is A LOT of battery backup. My iPhone 6s is rated at 1715 mAh so you're looking at five or six full charges to your phone on one full charge of this device. Considering that this is solar powered and can charge with the sun or indoor light, you can keep your devices charged and ready to go all the time and at no expense to you. If you're an outdoorsy type of person, this thing is a God send. The last thing anyone would want is to have an accident in the middle of no where and have a dead phone. I know you're probably thinking, "Well if you're phone is dead in the middle of no where, you probably have no cell service anyway." That is true, but you can still be located via GPS.

The device itself is great because it has the two USB outputs. One is 1A and the other is 2.1A. That means you can easily charge your phone or tablet relatively quickly. It also feels pretty solid and rugged in my hands, like it was built for the out doors. Since it is waterproof, that is all the more reason I wouldn't worry at all about taking it outside for a hike. It seems like it could with stand most of your typical trauma and accidents that may happen when you're out and about.

Overall, this is a welcome addition to my outdoor gear. Knowing that there is a never ending nuclear power plant in the sky that can charge my devices at no cost to me makes me feel pretty good and pretty green. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this product to anyone who is looking for this type of device. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated: 5/5
Find it here: http://goo.gl/IEmjwE

Bluetooth headphones with headset wireless earbuds from Ozasm

I'm going to start off by saying that I've owned and used an LG Tone+ almost every day for the last two years. That's my benchmark for this. I understand if you think it is biased to do so, but unfortunately it is what I compare any similar device to at this point. When I got this set out of the box, it did not feel like it was made out of high quality components. It felt a little flimsy and the buttons didn't seem entirely responsive. However, it turned on quickly, was easy to sync up, and all the buttons did work as they are supposed to.

As far as the sound quality goes, it is fine...but it definitely lays on the flat side. Nothing really stands out here and I wasn't at all blown away. I will say that for the sub $30 range (at time of writing) these are good for those who work outside or are active. If you don't want to spend a lot of money and if you're not worried about a head set breaking (from whatever activities you're doing, not due to the product itself) this is definitely what you're looking for.

Overall, these headphones are decent for the price. They have no problems taking and receiving calls, but up against the LG Tone+ the comparison isn't even fair. If you want something that sounds better and has longer life, look elsewhere. If you want something that isn't pricey and will get the job done with no worries of breaking them? This will work for you. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated: 3/5
Find it here: http://goo.gl/3SQY5w

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

12 Piece Gift Set Metal Collar Stays Stiffeners in Bonded Leather Gift Box

Many of my collared shirt came with plastic collar stays and over the years they have lost the ability to stay straight. I'll be honest, there were many times where I was just too lazy to pull the stays out. Going through the laundry enough times have left them curved and ultimately did the same thing to my shirt collars as well. What's a guy to do, right? Get metal collar stays obviously.

This pack came in a nice case with two of each size. Large, medium, and small. They are thick enough that they will absolutely not bend or curve during normal wear and tear. It fit nicely into all my collars and immediately turned my bent collars into straight ones. I'm really pleased with how well these stays have worked and gave a little more life out of my shirts and reduced my need to iron! Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated: 5/5
Find them here: http://goo.gl/kVCvDe

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

MARSEE S7730 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker

This bluetooth speaker is a pretty big upgrade from my previous unit. What I had before was nice, but the sound on it was never really...full...I guess is the best way to describe it. This speaker set, which is a 10 watt total power system coming from two 40mm speakers, sounds incredibly good. The bass is apparent and punch and doesn't get muddled at high volumes. The mediums and highs ring clear as a bell and the whole system is ideal for a beach or pool party. Hell, just take it out while you play in the rain!

This device was easy to pair and easy to control with the on-board buttons. It's tough and clearly designed to withstand a beating. I wouldn't hesitate to take this hiking or have it mounted somewhere if I go out and do some mountain bike riding. Unfortunately, I don't have the ability to try out the NFC aspect of this device, but I can attest to how well the bluetooth portion of it works. With this device and the usage of bluetooth 4.0 I have not seen any sort of problem with audio quality.

Overall, I'm very pleased with every aspect of this speaker. It sounds great, lasts a long time, and it's waterproof. I'd be hard pressed to ask for anything more.Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated: 5/5
Get it here: http://goo.gl/h4brkK

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

1byone 9000mAh 12V Multi-Function Smart Portable Car Jump Starter Powerbank



Have you ever been out hiking all day, enjoyed the beautiful weather, had a great picnic lunch, then came back to a car that wouldn't start? I have! It's terrible when this happens and there is no one else around. Being able to rely on the kindness of strangers is one thing, but being able to rely on yourself is entirely different. This multi-function car battery jumper / battery bank is a life saver. It seems like a day doesn't go by where I don't hear something crazy on the news about bad stuff happening to good people. Well, this one device can get rid of the need to ask someone you don't know for help. You just don't know these days.

The 9000mAh 12V battery delivers some serious juice to your vehicle and leave plenty of capacity left over to be able to charge your phones or tablet with the available USB port. This is so easy to use! Also, there is a very bright LED flashlight on the back that is incredibly helpful if your battery dies at night and you have little to now light to guide you. The last big benefit of this product, beside the main use cases, is that it has a very visible LCD screen that tells you exactly what percentage of the battery's capacity remains. No more guessing, no more getting stranded. You can charge it through either the included cigarette port charger, or the AC outlet. Either way, it's simple!

Overall, this thing is great. Incredible in an emergency or when you're just dumb enough to let your car lights on for hours at a time (I've done that more than I care to admit). Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated 5/5
Find it here: http://goo.gl/1znTQL

Tuesday, March 8, 2016

MasterPal Telego Bluetooth Speaker

Of all the bluetooth speakers I now have, I can say this one isn't my favorite. However, that does not at all mean it's bad! It's a little quirky and has a couple things that need fixed, but it's not a throw away at all. What really bothers me about this one is that for some reason, it feels the need to audibly tell you every time you've pressed a button. Volume up? It will let you know...in case you can't tell you've turned the volume up. Pressing play? Oh yep, better believe you'll be notified!

The speaker itself is perfectly fine for situations like an office or bedroom environment. It's not incredibly loud, but that's ok for this speaker. It does have a pretty sweet customizable base that you can craft into any style stand or hook that you'd like.

Overall, this is really OK at best. It's not about to win any awards but it's also not a drug store impulse buy unit either. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated: 4/5
Find it here: http://goo.gl/GbgUP7

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Monday, March 7, 2016

"World's Best" Cat Window Perch by Pets and More


Aside from the slight pain of getting the suction cups inserted into the tube ends, this was easy to put together and holds my cat with zero problems. I'll be honest though, I had to jam the suction cups in HARD with my hand. I was surprised it took this much effort. A slight increase in the tube size would completely rectify this issue. All I did was lick the suction cups and slam them to the window. Now, in my experience with suction cups in the past, I waited about an hour after I stuck them to the glass before I let my cat (Vincent) try it out. Once I put him on there, the perch didn't even flinch. He sat there for about half an hour and got down without a problem. Later in the day, I saw him hop back on and again, no problems.

Overall, this is a rather decent cat perch for a mere $16 (at time of writing) and I definitely wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. Seeing as how Vince is on the larger end of the cat weight scale, I'd think the majority of other cats would also have no issue with this. Please see my video for the full review! Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated 5/5
Find it here: http://goo.gl/X3Si9J

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

KD Organizers 7-Slot Expandable Bamboo Silverware Drawer Organizer

In my flatware drawer, I had this open metal/mesh sort of flatware holder that came with the set that I bought a few years ago. It worked for the most part...except every time I closed the drawer. Since it was open, it sort of made all the flatware go out the front end of the holder and I ended up cleaning it up almost every day. Enough was enough and I bought this.


What caught my eye about this, beyond the fact that it didn't have openings that the flatware could pass through, was the expand-ability of it. So long as it is smaller than the actual drawer, I can make it fit exactly. That to me is awesome. If you look at my picture, you'll notice an empty space on the left. I keep that side slid into the rest of the holder so it fits my drawer perfectly.

This is actually my second of this product. The first one came with a side broken off due to what looked to be a failed glue job. I reached out to the seller and they immediately issued me a replacement. The second one came in perfect condition and I've had no issues. Kudos to their awesome customer service!

Overall, this fit my needs perfectly. I was a little concerned about the quality of it when the first one came damaged, but I was reassured as the second one has had no issues. Although I received this product in exchange for an honest review, all opinions expressed are my own and reflect my personal experience with this product. Feel free to ask me questions about this review and I'll respond within 24 hours. I hope my opinions help to enhance your purchasing experience!

Rated: 5/5
Find it here: http://goo.gl/yqZiuv