Garmin Oregon 550t: Review

Pros: Precise in Directions, User friendly touch screen, laden with features, Built-in geotagging camera, Paperless geocaching support

Cons: Classy but Expensive, Dull Screen visibility in sunlight, Ability to modify photo waypoint name needs improvement

There are lot many options on offer from now a days Handheld GPS devices, and can be irresistible for a new user. Even so, the Oregon is about as spontaneous as they get, and the touch screen menus are astonishing. The main menu is spread across five screens these can be optimized as preferred, so if one does not need Man Overboard, then don’t have to display it.  Actually, the Oregon 550Tt appears almost similar to previous Oregon models, sharing the same screen size, resolution, and overall dimensions as the Oregon 400 and 300 series.the back of the Oregon 550T is constructed of scratch-resistant gray plastic, and has a metal mounting spine that houses the built-in Carabiner clip.

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Kodak Playsport zx3: Review

Pros: Snaps 5-megapixel still photos, Shoots 1080p HD, Waterproof to 10 feet, Includes HDMI cable and wall charger, Economical

Cons: Some owners say it leaks underwater, No built-in memory, Bundled software isn't Mac-compatible

The Playsport Zx3 is an electrifying ultracompact camcorder from Kodak that puts together the Full HD recording potential with a body that’s waterproof up to 3 meters. The camcorder’s sturdy construction and the fact that it does surprisingly well in video testing by camcorderifno, may spell trouble for the Playsport’s primary competitor, the Flip series of camcorders. The Kodak Playsport is an excellent minicamcorder that can take some rough treatment and capture solid HD video. The Playsport is presented in black, purple, or blue, but the back of the camcorder is white on all three models.

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Garmin Dakota 20: Review

Pros: Superior features, Compact yet rough, Touch screen

Cons: Display hard to read in sunlight, Small, low-resolution screen, Performance not the best

To add to one more of the Oregon series, The Garmin Dakota 20  is one of the smaller versions of Garmin’s successful Oregon models. It’s almost balanced to reinstate the eTrex series, bringing all of the Oregon’s touch screen goodness while holding the eTrex’s small form factor, light weight and long battery life. Both units in the two-model Dakota series sport a 2.6” screen. On the Dakota 20, comes a tri-axial electronic compass, barometric altimeter, wireless data transfer between units and the ability to accept a micro-SD card, all features lacking on the Dakota 10. Topo maps are absent on both models.

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Barnes & Noble Nook Color: Product Review

Pros: Good readability, 7-inch color touch screen, Built-in Wi-Fi, web browser, Reads ePub, PDF and Word files, Plays videos and audio

Cons: No 3G connectivity, Few apps, Can't play Flash videos, Screen glare in bright sunlight, Short battery life

The Nook Color is more than just an eReader, but to be fair it’s not even a complete tablet. It’s a 7-inch color LCD, the Android operating system, a reading-centric UI, and a "curated" set of apps from which to choose. If one cuts the arbitrary labels and witty polishing of words, what one would have is an eReader that does extremely well at its primary purpose while offering sufficient extras to validate the price. Ever since the ebook reader roar began, consumers have been pleading for color displays, which they finally got with Barnes & Noble’s The Nook Color with a 7-inch color LCD display to satisfy this need. Nevertheless, one looking for a full-color reading experience that makes the most of graphic media like magazines and children's books, the Nook Color delivers.

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Amazon Kindle (ebook Reader): Product Review

Pros: Improved PDF viewing, Outclasses competitors and costs less, Easy to read, even in direct sunlight, Battery lasts for weeks between charges, Slim and light, Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi plus 3G connectivity, Free global wireless downloading (3G)

Cons: Can't read ePub library books, Text-to-speech mispronounces words, No built-in lighting, Limited mostly to Amazon books, Integrated web browser is a bit clunky

The third generation Amazon Kindle has applied many a most combinations to make it a market favorite, such as an improved screen, better battery life, lighter weight, and lower price, vaults it to the top of the e-book reader category. It would be hard to quarrel that the online retailer's Kindle isn't the iPod of the e-book reader market. The Kindle has helped usher the e-book reader from gadget curiosity to an up-and-coming mass market device, all in less than three short years.  The first thing you should know about the "Kindle 3" is that it's more evolutionary than revolutionary. In fact, this Kindle comes in a couple of versions, one with both Wi-Fi and 3G wireless, and a Wi-Fi-only version. Each version is accessible in graphite or white and, on top of the more packed in design, some other key trappings include more memory and double the battery life. That e-ink screen is both the Kindle's power and flaw.

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Kodak Pulse Digital Photo Frame: Review

Pros: WiFi connection is available, Tremendously sharp photo frame, Simple to use, Several options for uploading photos to the frame, Reasonable Cost

Cons: Frame could be a little larger, Touch screen LCD can lead to some smudges

The Kodak Pulse's receptive touch screen and the connectivity available through Wifi offers a smooth, hassle free automatic photo-loading experience that can be tenuously managed from anywhere in the world. The Wi-Fi enabled Kodak Pulse Digital Frame is one of the most adaptable digital photo frames one can buy at an affordable price, it won't outlay much wealth. The frame can be controlled by using the 7-inch touch-screen LCD, but all of its features can be managed via Kodak's Web site, no matter where you are. Simplicity, convenience, and a low price make the Pulse our latest Editors' Choice digital photo frame.  The Kodak Pulse has a minute footstep which measures just about 6.25 by 7.5 by 1.0 inch. The real touch-screen LCD is 7 inches and is surrounded by a 1-inch black border with a gunmetal trim. The "Kodak" brand appears in the border beneath the LCD, but it's a shade of gray that's barely visible.

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Sony DPF-X1000B Digital Photo Frame: Product Reviews

Pros: Good on-board controls, on-screen interface, Admirable picture quality, Stylish design and excellent build quality

Cons: Stand is not adjustable, No Wi-Fi, Does not support music, video files, Price

The Sony DPF-X1000 digital photo frame lies ahead in the range of Sony's digital photo frame, sports a 10-inch "super clear LCD" and something the company calls "TruBlack" technology to give , the company promises, an impressive picture with minimal reflection. Digital photo frames can generally be divided out into two categories; basic but reasonable and high-end with appealing features. The Sony DPF-V1000 takes the digital picture frame one step further, showing pictures not only on its 10.2” screen but on your HDTV through a HDMI port. Sony also keeps you sheltered if you like to have a picture frame showing off a gallery of pictures all through the week, but also if you want to show off slideshows during parties on the big screen.

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Sony’s Playstation 3 Slim (160 GB)

Pros: Wi-Fi connectivity, Quality Blu-ray playback, High-end video-game console, 3D compatibility

Cons: Just ok DVD performance, Doesn't look like a home theater component, Remote for home theater use costs extra, Noisy disc-loading mechanism

From the time of its initiation, Sony’s Playstation 3 has emerged as a market leader within no time, which surely takes other players of the market by surprise. Despite of becoming a respectable brand in the gaming world, its true colors lies in its ability deal with the Blu ray technology to adapt in its presentable forte. If we call it as a worth for its cost, that would be just apt, but its real challenge would be to out perform the impressions of its ancestors. Well, the results of its performance are a bit of mixed emotions with a few cons, and a more pros. This would surely prompt one to declare it as a positive gadget by far.

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Panasonic's DMP-BDT110: Product Review

Panasonic's DMP-BDT110 Pros: Fine picture quality, 3D support, Streaming from the Internet or a PC, Quick performance, Good value

Cons: Video file support could be broader, Wi-Fi requires extra cost adapter, Need to supply memory for BD-Live

So, this is the year that 3D seems to be entering the mainstream and your home. Don't try to fight; it's quite unavoidable. Every manufacturer seems to be going to the hoop with a mass of 3D-capable products, so you may not have a choice. 3D is being built in as a feature, not just to high-end HDTVs but also to far less costly Blu-ray players. The prices are dipping, making it a nice option to have in your back pocket, even if you don't aim to use the 3D feature now or in the immediate future. Panasonic has released a few interesting Blu-ray 3D players this year, offering such particulars as built-in Wi-Fi networking and a touch-free sensor that opens the disc tray with a wave of your hand. The DMP-BDT110 WiFi-ready Blu-ray 3D player may not have those particular bells and whistles, but it does provide all the essentials of solid disc playback and a nice selection of streaming options, and all at a good price.

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Panasonic DMP-BDT210: Product Review

Pros: Quick load time, Great image quality, Built-in Wi-Fi, DLNA support, Touch-free sensory, Internet streaming, including Skype support

Cons: Some gaps in video file support, Lack of on-board memory, No 7.1 surround-sound analog outputs

The Panasonic DMP-BDT210's built-in Wi-Fi, simple user interface, Amazon Instant streaming, and blazing fast disc-loading speeds make it our favorite Blu-ray player of 2011 so far. It's tough to stand out in the Blu-ray player market, with all the midrange models having the main features we think are important: built-in Wi-Fi, Netflix streaming, and excellent image quality. Though the Panasonic DMP-BDT210 doesn't have any single killer feature that puts it head and shoulders above the competition, it does just about all the little things right. It has the fastest disc-loading speeds we've seen on a player so far, coming in a good deal faster than its competitors. Its user interface is very simple to use and we love that the remote includes a button for directly accessing Netflix. And while it doesn't have the most comprehensive suite of streaming-media services, it does have Amazon Instant, which isn't available on competitors like the Samsung BD-D6500, Insignia NS-WBRDVD2, or the PS3 Slim.

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Oppo BDP-93: Product Review

Pros: Wireless and wired Internet, Top-quality video playback with Blu-ray and DVD, DLNA-compatible for streaming from a PC, 2GB on-board memory

Cons: Costly, Inadequate Internet streaming options

As and when the high definition format war ended, a constant resident on F.A.Q. has been some variation of, "Which Blu-ray Disc player to buy?" As different models come and go, answer changes from time to time. However, as it was with their exceptional DVD players, the Recommends list is always occupied by the latest disc spinner from OPPO Digital. They don't sell their players at retail, so you won't see them at Best Buy or Walmart. To keep costs down, OPPO only sells direct through their website and through Amazon.com. Are their players really that good? Let me put it this way: they don't get much better.

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Western Digital WD TV Live Hub: Product Review

Pros: Good picture quality, Broad file format support, Can play back media from any networked device, Huge 1 TB hard drive

Cons: Some early units were subject to a manufacturer's defect, Wi-Fi not built in, Limited number of content providers, More complex to set up and use than some digital media players

Western Digital released the WD TV HD Plus few months ago, a set-top box designed to play nearly any media file from a USB drive. It could play movies or songs in nearly any format, but a blunt, awkward user interface held it back. Now, the company has given its WD TV Live series a significant upgrade with the WD TV Live Hub. With a roomy 1-terabyte hard drive and a drastically improved interface, the Live Hub earns our Editors' Choice for media hubs with integrated storage. Its design and features make the Live Hub somewhat similar to the previous generation of the Apple TV; while Apple removed the hard drive from its new set-top box, Western Digital added massive storage.

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Apple TV: Review

Pros: Inexpensive, Easy to set up and use, Streaming from iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Access to iTunes, Streaming of local files

Cons: Other than iTunes, limited content partners, Resolution only 720p

The Apple TV's new low $99 price makes it an easy impulse buy for Apple fans looking to bring Netflix into the living room, but you may want to wait until more content--or Apple's forthcoming AirPlay update--becomes available.  Traditional services like cable and satellite are losing ground, as more people are streaming content directly from the Internet, using services like Netflix, iTunes, and Amazon Video on Demand. The revamped Apple TV is the company's aggressive move to capture the streaming-video business: for just $99, you get access to Netflix, YouTube, TV, and movies from the iTunes Store, plus all the music and videos on networked computers running iTunes.

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Roku 2 XS: Product Review

Pros: Cheaper cost, Great picture quality, Easy to use, Wide library of content providers, Gaming features and Wii-like motion controller

Cons: Need to sign up separately with most content providers, Only a few free content providers, No easy way to stream media from a computer , Few games at launch
 

Thanks to a varied range of content offerings--including Netflix, Amazon, Hulu Plus, Crackle, and Pandora--that beats the Apple TV, the Roku 2 XS is the best all-around streaming-media box you can get for less than $100.

Roku is calling its new line of streaming-media boxes "Roku 2," but this is actually the fourth iteration of the device, which started its life as the "Netflix Player" in 2008. Like Apple TV, this is still a Netflix video streamer at its core--and a very good one--but along the way Roku has shrunk the box down; added several new "channels," including Amazon Video, Hulu Plus, Crackle, and Pandora; and bulked up feature-wise, upping the ante this go round with a new Bluetooth motion remote (included with the top-end $100 Roku 2 XS) that allows you to play games. The end result is arguably the most robust little streaming-media box for less than $100. The two step-down models in the line-- the Roku 2 XD ($80) and Roku 2 HD ($60)--have nearly all the features you'll find in the higher-end XS but trade the Bluetooth motion remote for a standard IR remote (the entry-level Roku HD offers 720p video output instead of 1080p but all three models are gaming-enabled--if you have that Bluetooth remote).

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Gourmet Extravagance Gift Basket

Pros: beautiful, a lot of products and useful ones

Cons: none

Gift your loved ones this big and extremely great in contents Gourmet Extravagance Gift Basket. Dramatically large in size and impact, this extravagant gift basket delivers an abundance of epicurean enjoyment. Get your taste buds ready for this scrumptious sensation. Chocolates, savory biscuits, olives, pepper dews, mustard, pickled onions, fruit bars, dried fruit, nougat and peanuts cluster together in an antique basket all ready to be devoured. A gift basket with so much variety of stuff, what can one ask for more. Gourmet Extravagance gift basket includes everything from chocolates to fruit bars to olives. It will be loved by anybody from a child to a grandmother. People of any age group will enjoy this gift basket. For everyone, from sweets to savories, chocolates to cheeses. These gourmet treats come in a fun decorative 2 box stack set.

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Canon PowerShot S95 Review

Pros: Big, sharp LCD display, Manual controls, Very good images in all light levels, Shoots 720p HD video

Cons: Short battery life, Dawdling camera speed, Optical zoom doesn't work with video

The Canon PowerShot S95 is the descendant of the popular S90, a pocket-sized camera that offers a lot of proficient features. Aimed at the dedicated photographer looking for a accomplished compact, the new Canon S95 features improved handling and greater levels of manual control. When Canon shipped its PowerShot S90 about a year ago, it made a big impression on advanced photographers. Tiny with a wide-aperture lens and all the essential manual shooting features, it was practically irresistible for DSLR luggers. It did have a few flaws, however, some of which Canon has attempted to address with the successor, the S95. These include a 720p video-capture upgrade, improved image stabilization, and some minor tweaks to the design and feature set. Performance, though, remains on the slow end of acceptable.

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Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS: Product Review

Pros:  Small, sleek design, Consistently good image quality, HD video capabilities, Sturdy build

Cons: Small, flat control buttons, Limited manual controls, Dawdling continuous shooting, No optical zoom in video mode

The Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS is a bit of a brainteaser. It's an good-looking, lightweight ultracompact point-and-shoot nearly identical to 2009's SD940 IS, using the same 28mm-equivalent wide-angle lens with a 4x zoom and 2.7-inch LCD. The only major tweak is a resolution bump from 12 megapixels to 14, which contrary to what you may be thinking does not improve photo quality. There are a couple new creative shooting modes and shutter-release timer options, but otherwise there are no interesting new features or improvements to old ones. Plus, shooting performance is run of the mill, as is battery life.

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Canon PowerShot A3100 IS: Product Review

Pros: Plenty of preset shooting modes, Very easy to use, Cheap price

Cons: Noisy low-light shots, No viewfinder, Slow flash recovery speed

Canon's PowerShot A3100 IS moves on the A series' course toward "simple and enjoyable" photography by curtailing a feature the line was known for in the past: AA-size batteries. This camera as well as its 10-megapixel line mate, the Canon A3100 IS, uses a rechargeable lithium ion battery for power. Manual controls and optical viewfinders started disappearing as A-series features in 2008, and this change completes the renovation to a less expensive, larger version of the company's Digital Elphs. Canon hasn't deserted AA batteries entirely from A-series models, but with these additions the numbers decrease. That doesn't mean it's not a good budget-friendly camera, though, and surely there's no shortage of people after Canon photo quality at a lower cost with a more compact build than is typical of this model series. And that's really what you get with the A3100 IS.

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Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS: Product Review

Pros: Solid build quality, Excellent image quality, Clear, vibrant LCD screen

Cons: No optical viewfinder, Lacks HD video

The PowerShot SD1300 is Canon's latest entry-level digital ELPH. They offer good photo quality and features in a compact, stylish body. The SD1300 doesn't go overboard in the gimmick department, instead offering a solid set of well-implemented basic features. The SD1300 is available in a rainbow of colors, including silver, brown, green, pink, and blue. The PowerShot SD1300 is known as the IXUS 105 in some countries.

The Canon SD1300 IS lacks any form of optical or electronic viewfinder, with all interaction taking place through its rear-panel LCD display. The PowerShot SD1300's display measures 2.7 inches diagonally, and offers 230,000 dot resolution, which equates to roughly a 320 x 240 pixel array with three dots per color. LCD coverage is said to be approximately 100%. As well as still images at resolutions up to 4,000 x 3,000 pixels, the Canon SD1300 can record standard definition movie clips at either VGA (640 x 480) or QVGA (320 x 240) resolution, with a rate of 30 frames per second in Motion JPEG AVI format, and including monaural audio.

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2011 Chevrolet Impala: Product Review

Pros: Optional seating for six, Long powertrain warranty, Base engine's fuel economy, Acceleration

Cons: Cheap interior materials, Less rear legroom than competitors, Depreciates quickly, Lower safety scores than rivals, Intrusive wind noise

In spite of a spacious cabin and comfortable ride, the 2011 Chevrolet Impala is outdone by most competitors. In times of financial uncertainty, it's natural that people will turn to the tested and performed ones. In other words, extravagant aspirations tend to give way to that which is more grounded and traditional. With respect to the automotive world, the perennial Chevrolet Impala is one familiar multigenerational nameplate that's continued to do well in recessionary times. And it's managed to do so while relying on a design template that hasn't kept up with the latest and the greatest.

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Optoma HD66 Review

Pros: Good value, Limited 3D capabilities, Great picture quality for price, Good color

Cons: Blacks acceptable but not impressive, D for computer games only, 3D requires powerful computer, Restricted placement options

The most recent projector from Optoma, the HD66, is a squashed, economical 720p DLP home theater projector. Its 2500 lumens of brightness are perfect for games or sports, and its 4000:1 contrast ratio gives high-contrast images plenty of pop. Besides, it is 3D Ready, which provides you with some insurance against the gathering storm of 3D that's just over the horizon. If you are not into 3D, you don’t have to worry; the HD66 is a great 2D home theater projector as well, available at an affordable price.

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Epson Home Cinema 8700UB Projector Review

Pros: Good SD performance, Excellent black levels, Good brightness, Easy placement in any room

Cons: Manual focus and zoom, Auto iris noise

Epson's Home Cinema 8700 UB is a great value at reasonable price. Its THX mode produces a beautiful well-balanced cinema picture that needs no further professional calibration. It can also put out an exceptionally bright picture that's useful in ambient light or for really big screens. It has the deepest black levels available for the money, near-perfect color, and excellent clarity of detail. Placement flexibility is second to none. Standard-definition DVDs shine thanks to Frame Interpolation and Super Resolution.

This time Epson has followed up with the new PowerLite Home Cinema 8700 UB, offering incrementally better performance at an even lower price. It features proven technology - inorganic LCD panels, a killer auto-iris system to bring down black levels, and Epson's Frame Interpolation system. The 8700 UB is a powerful, capable 1080p projector serious home theater that does not cost a fortune--you can pick one up without hurting your pocket, which includes a spare lamp.

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Frigidaire FDB520RHB Dishwaher Product Review

Pros: energy efficient, great in cleaning dishes, includes high temp cycle for heavily soiled dishes.

Cons: less rack space, seems cheaply made.

Frigidaire FDB520RHB 5 Level Wash Easy Touch 3 Wash Cycles is a 24'' black in black dishwasher. Get more accomplished in a day when you let this 24" tall tub dishwasher do the dishes for you. This dishwasher is less expensive than average and is priced in the bottom 1% of all dishwashers. it is a good dishwasher with an affordable price. as seen for cleaning purpose this dishwasher uses 2 spray arms to clean and rinse the dishes, which is average. also it does not use any supplementary spray jets to scrub heavily soiled dishes. Dishes are washed from 4 different levels, water from different angles and direction is important for cleaning. talking about its cycles you can choose from 5 different cycles , which is just average. although it also has a delay start function that lets you set it and forget it as you do your other work, run errand , and more. this dishwasher includes a built-in food disposer and self-cleaning filter that helps keep the wash water clean and free of debris. but it does not have any sensor to check or report that temperature is maintained between 135-140 degrees for proper detergent activation. this dishwasher as reported has many average points and few negative points such as it seems cheaply made, front door is metal, racks are too small to wash bigger utensils. these are few of the negative points, but in all not a bad dishwasher.

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