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Paladou Lavalier Lapel Microphone
My partner works with audio for a living, so I asked him to help me test the audio for this microphone. Considering the price for this lapel microphone he said this seems like a shockingly good deal. This is your basic lapel microphone with no... +
My partner works with audio for a living, so I asked him to help me test the audio for this microphone.
Considering the price for this lapel microphone he said this seems like a shockingly good deal. This is your basic lapel microphone with no bells or whistles, but to be honest it does a good job at recording clear audio which is all you really need. The microphone has a small clip which you can attach to your jacket or clothes, and as long as the microphone is pointed in your general direction it will pick up your voice very clearly.
The clip itself is small but strong, and never fell or came loose while I was moving around and testing it out. The sleeve that comes with the microphone does a good job cutting down on background noise from wind and traffic and the 79 inch extension cable is more than enough to allow you to record audio in just about any situation. There's also a travel case to make it easy to take with you (or to throw into your bag without it getting tangled).
My partner and I found that the audio we recorded with this microphone was crisp and clear, and the only thing which sometimes caused problems was when we were recording in as large room, as that gave the audio a slight echo. There's nothing we could expect the microphone to do about that though, especially at this price point.
If you're looking for a basic microphone for school projects, podcasting or recording Youtube videos, this microphone should look professional and sound good. It has an audio jack, so it’s really easy to plug it into your phone for improved sound while video recording!
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Mama Bear Diaper Pail Refills
I recently used a diaper genie for the first time and I can say that there doesn’t seem to be any difference between these refills and the ‘official’ other than the savings on buying these. I wouldn’t be shocked if I peeled the label off and... +
I recently used a diaper genie for the first time and I can say that there doesn’t seem to be any difference between these refills and the ‘official’ other than the savings on buying these. I wouldn’t be shocked if I peeled the label off and saw the official brand name underneath. They’re that similar.
I worked in QA for years (and have been product testing almost as long) and even looking at the small details like thickness, smell retention and more; these are basically identical. So there’s no reason not to buy these, a brilliant product!
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TaoTronics 6L Cool Mist Humidifier
I’ve used a fair few Taotronics humidifiers at this stage and the bigger ones are all pretty similar. They prioritise size and ease of use and are always top quality, this one delivers on that as well. The only real big difference in this one is a... +
I’ve used a fair few Taotronics humidifiers at this stage and the bigger ones are all pretty similar. They prioritise size and ease of use and are always top quality, this one delivers on that as well. The only real big difference in this one is a subtle and kind of beautiful night light at the bottom. It could be used as a traditional nightlight or a design feature and emits a warm, orange hued glow from the bottom of the humidifier.
Like the other large-scale Taotronics humidifiers, this is the quietest one I’ve used. Apart from a slight burble when water refills to the lower section, it’s almost totally silent, even when turning the mist up high. Speaking of the mist, it’s very forceful on the max setting, you can tell it would be great for a bigger room.
When it comes to tank size, bigger is better as you can refill less often and this is definitely the biggest I’ve seen. Like others this style, it does need to be cleaned with vinegar or bleach over time, but the opening is also big enough to fit a hand in, that’s definitely a bonus!
Two minor nitpicks would be that, again, the yellow sticker is annoying and doesn’t peel off without leaving residue and that the cleaning brush doesn’t have a place here. The other humidifier from this brand had a place in the lower section for the cleaning brush, which was frankly genius, this model lacks that so I’ll definitely lose the brush.
Overall, this is an awesome large-scale humidifier which is super simple to use (just a turn of a dial), with a built in nightlight and a really cool looking black design. It would suit anybody looking for a humidifier that needs to be filled less often with a modern and stand-out style!
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Hill's Science Diet Perfect Weight cat food - Chicken
I have three cats, two of which struggle with their weight and one who never changes weight regardless of any situation! Since I have two boys (one prone to urinary tract issues), I actually mix this Perfect Weight Food with a vet speciality food... +
I have three cats, two of which struggle with their weight and one who never changes weight regardless of any situation! Since I have two boys (one prone to urinary tract issues), I actually mix this Perfect Weight Food with a vet speciality food for urinary issues. Keep in mind that when changing food initially, you should always switch over slowly. It’s also important to remember that cats shouldn’t lose weight quickly and consult your vet to discuss a good rate to lose, as well as warning signs for when it’s too fast.
This food delivered on it’s promise. My cats had somewhat plateaued in their weight loss, but within a week of starting this food, they are losing a little again. I hope this continues, but for now I’m very happy.
Cats don’t always love diet tasting foods, but my three cats go nuts for this. Whatever it is, they seem to really love the taste as much as their regular food and there’s no hesitation when eating it. Like the other Hill’s bags, this one also has that awesome new ‘velcro’ lock style, so you don’t have to deal with the bag coming open all the time. Brilliant!
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Jolly Rancher Sour Misfit Candy Gummies
These gummies are really delicious, but only when eaten in small amounts. The sheer amount of sugar on each gummy, and the level of sourness, makes it overwhelming very quickly. After just three or four gummies I found my tongue felt strange and my... +
These gummies are really delicious, but only when eaten in small amounts. The sheer amount of sugar on each gummy, and the level of sourness, makes it overwhelming very quickly. After just three or four gummies I found my tongue felt strange and my tastebuds were so overloaded I could barely taste anything else. Eating much more than that even made my stomach feel sick, but maybe that's because I haven't binged on candy this sugary since I was a kid. This is definitely one for those who love sour, sugary candy!
Each gummy comes in one of three flavours. My partner enjoyed the green apple + cherry variety the most, as he said it was the least sour, whereas other people in my home found the most sour type (the lemon + strawberry) was their favourite. All of the gummies have a ton of sugar sprinkled on top. I’m not the biggest fan of either sugar or sour in my gummies, but the people in my household who like that style, enjoyed these!
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Prep Cleanser
I had a really bad experience with the retinol oil, because I couldn't take the scent of the product and I was really hoping this wouldn't be the same. Sadly, this had the same overpowering cloying and kind of strange scent. It really left me... +
I had a really bad experience with the retinol oil, because I couldn't take the scent of the product and I was really hoping this wouldn't be the same. Sadly, this had the same overpowering cloying and kind of strange scent. It really left me feeling ill and I wasn't able to power through more than a few uses of the product.
This means I can't comment on it's effect on wrinkles. In terms of a cleanser, my skin felt nice and soft after using it each time and my pores seemed a bit tighter. I prefer a cleanser that foams up, but other than the smell, this didn't seem unpleasant.
The smell is a dealbreaker for me, but if you don't have a strong sense of smell, it might be ok for you!
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair® Retinol Oil
On first view this is an almost transparent oil that you rub into your face. I didn’t find it overly oily or greasy, like some oils I’ve used in the past. Unfortunately, that’s the only plus for me. I really struggled with the scent of this... +
On first view this is an almost transparent oil that you rub into your face. I didn’t find it overly oily or greasy, like some oils I’ve used in the past.
Unfortunately, that’s the only plus for me. I really struggled with the scent of this oil. I do have a strong nose and sometimes things are over scented, usually I’m able to power through and test it anyway, but I was only able to manage three days of this before I couldn’t take it anymore. Something about the scent made me feel so nauseous and ill, I really couldn’t keep pushing through like I usually do.
It’s a big shame for me, because my skin responds well to retinol and I’m sure this would have had a good effect, but the cloying, overly sweet scent was just far too strong for my stomach to take and I was unable to keep using the product!
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Terra by Battat – Reptiles
Like the other Battat mini packs, this is great quality, with much better painting on the figurines than the larger sizes. It comes with 12 different types of reptile (some molds are the same, but colours are different) and five of each of those... +
Like the other Battat mini packs, this is great quality, with much better painting on the figurines than the larger sizes. It comes with 12 different types of reptile (some molds are the same, but colours are different) and five of each of those designs.
They are great quality and very cute. Since there are repeats you can do a lot of different things, or even a combination. They can be used as toys, for crafts, for goodie bags at parties or even as cake toppers. They are great value and give a great accessory to help teach your kids about reptiles! My personal fave is the little pink headed gecko, but the snake is also fun!
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Terra by Battat – Sea Animals
Brilliant. Given the low price, high volume of these and overall quality, this is an absolute bargain. These smaller Battat figurines are much better quality and colouring than the larger ones and are easily polished enough to use for crafts or cake... +
Brilliant. Given the low price, high volume of these and overall quality, this is an absolute bargain. These smaller Battat figurines are much better quality and colouring than the larger ones and are easily polished enough to use for crafts or cake toppers.
Keep in mind, that while they’re great toys, many of the figurines are the same. What you’re actually getting is 12 figurine designs and five of each figurine. This means you can have a lot of extra if they get lost. Alternately you can split them up into goodie bags, or use the rest for a different thing. Like some for cake toppers, some for toys, there’s a lot of different things you can do with these.
The colours are nice and bright and the details are all there. A fun game to play is to give an animal toy every time they complete a chore and do a ‘fact-sheet’ for each one or look them up online to learn more about the individual creatures; educational and fun!
These are quite small, so keep an eye on younger children and pay attention to the Ages 3+ rating. Otherwise, good fun and for other things!
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Amorpc Pet Hair Remover Brush
With three cats, I’ve used a lot of these things! Let me just say right away, this is in no way as effective as a sticky roller, it’s just not; they never are. When it comes to most hair, it does a stand-up job, but those hairs that get into the... +
With three cats, I’ve used a lot of these things! Let me just say right away, this is in no way as effective as a sticky roller, it’s just not; they never are. When it comes to most hair, it does a stand-up job, but those hairs that get into the clothing fibre and stick half in and half out, those are where you need a sticky roller.
However, this is a great alternative to reduce your use or if you plain don’t like sticky rollers. The big benefit of this is that it’s reusable and environmentally friendly compared to sheet after sheet of sticky paper. I really like that it’s double-sided and that the ‘base’ accumulates hair to be cleaned out at once, allowing you to easily clean the brush. It is quite stiff to take out of the base, there’s a knack to it, you must wiggle. Once you get it, you’ll do it easily each time.
I do have some minor complaints other than the fact that it won’t take ALL hair off (common for these type of rollers). Firstly, I find it annoying that you can’t tell which way is which. For these, one way will deposit hair (for cleaning) and the other will take it off. When you go over the surface, you’ll feel a ‘drag’ when it’s removing hair, but prior to using it, there’s no way to tell which way it is. I wish there was an arrow or something.
Secondly, the travel one is really rubbish. The original size brush isn’t that big anyway, so I’d rather take that with me. I just found the travel one impossible to do, the surface is too close to the storage base and it makes it hard to move it around.
Overall, a good brush that is reusable and will remove the majority of cat hair, but suffers from the same flaws as other brushes of this nature.
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