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Jackery Fit Portable Battery Charger 9000mAh
I've become the kind of person who absolutely swears by a good power bank, as I use my phone all day at work and at home, and the battery life is never, ever enough. I've also started playing some heavy drain mobile games. This power bank from... +
I've become the kind of person who absolutely swears by a good power bank, as I use my phone all day at work and at home, and the battery life is never, ever enough. I've also started playing some heavy drain mobile games. This power bank from Jackery is a small, lightweight device that provides a good amount of backup power without being as big or bulky as some other models I've used. Even though I'm phsyically weak and tire easily, I find I can hold this in one hand without straining it or getting sore.
The power bank holds enough power for more than three full charges of my Samsung Galaxy S5, and the charging speed was very good. It has three lights on top to indicate the level of power remaining, and a built-in LED flashlight which is strong enough to be useful in a pinch. This device is much lighter than most of the power banks I've used, and is much easier to carry in a bag or in my pocket.
I like that it automatically begins charging when I plug it in, so there's no worry about forgetting to press the button. I also love the coating. It's nice and bright and while it looks easily scratchable, I'm pretty rough with my power banks and I'm very impressed that there's no scratches yet!
The one downside I would say is that this power bank has only one USB port, so you can only charge one device at a time. This isn't a dealbreaker, but I do like having the option to charge two phones at once if I need it. That aside, this is a great power bank that looks stylish, works well, and is easy to bring with you on a daily basis.
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Pros
+ Lightweight
+ Provides lots of backup power (more than 3 full charges of a Samsung Galaxy S5)
+ Easy to carry, great for travel
+ USB cord included is long enough to charge phone while still using it
+ Comes with built-in flashlight
+ Doesn't scratch easily.
+ Cool design.
+ Charges automatically.
Cons
- Only one USB port
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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FIBO STEEL 6-8PCS Womens Black Velvet Choker Necklace
I wouldn't really recommend these and certainly not at this price point. They are just low quality in general. One of them broke immediately upon pulling it gently straight to check the length. I chose to return them and won't be requesting a... +
I wouldn't really recommend these and certainly not at this price point. They are just low quality in general. One of them broke immediately upon pulling it gently straight to check the length. I chose to return them and won't be requesting a replacement as I saw similar signs of poor quality on the other necklaces, lots of loose threads and whatnot. They just don't seem to be very well made at all, sadly.
If you do decide to buy them, be aware they might not fit if you are larger, so measure your neck and check the helpfully included measurements before buying.
SUMMARY
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Pros
+ Pretty looking from a distance.
Cons
- One necklace broke.
- Signs of poor quality can be seen throughout all the necklaces, loose threads, not finished properly, etc.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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D-Mcark 3D Metal Models - Warrior Golden Armor
Rating 3.5 - Originally as I started to put together this model, I had intended to give it a four star rating. It's extremely unforgiving and if you make a mistake it's not easy to fix, but that's the nature of the beast with these metal models... +
Rating 3.5 -
Originally as I started to put together this model, I had intended to give it a four star rating. It's extremely unforgiving and if you make a mistake it's not easy to fix, but that's the nature of the beast with these metal models. It's difficult, but that's not necessarily a bad thing, especially as this is rated so highly on the difficulty scale.
So what tipped the scale? Simply put, I could not finish. I was willing to glue one piece, even two pieces, but when the third piece broke I became so frustrated I gave up.
The problem is, there are lines on several of the pieces, designed to help you fold them into shape, but these are too deep, almost perforations and far too delicate. I put them together very carefully, but while attaching one piece to another, they were so delicate they frequently fell to pieces. After a part of the model is secured, it's my opinion that it shouldn't be able to break just from the force of gentle building.
The feather on top of his helmet too, for example, breaks far too easily and due to how it's attached I had a lot of trouble getting it glued back on. Really when using one of these kits you shouldn't need glue unless it's user error, but this kit just has some issues.
The pictoral instructions are pretty clear (if you can do Ikea, you can do this), but it is annoying that the chinese text (presumably pointers and extra instruction) isn't translated at all. The instructions are also tiny and I recommend using a magnifying lens or being prepared to strain your eyes. It would be nice if they showed which side of the piece to use via shading or something else in the instructions, as it can be easy to get something backwards accidentally.
Despite these flaws, this is still a fun kit and I enjoyed the time I spent building it before the quality issues forced me to abandon the project completely. If you're willing to use glue, you should be able to complete this. Be aware that the finished project is around 7-8" and you'll want some tweezers or pliers and possible even a wire clipper to get the most out of this kit.
SUMMARY
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Pros
+ Detailing is lovely looking. Lots of intricate pieces and details.
+ Pictoral instructions are reasonably clear.
+ Fun and interesting to build.
Cons
- Model is too delicate and has some quality issues were pieces that should be bended came apart entirely even when handled gently.
- Feather is not attached well and breaks easily.
- Chinese instruction tips are not translated for english language users.
- Instructions do not specify which side of the panel to face outwards.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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Mixcder ANC-G5 Wired In-Ear Earphone with Mic
When I first tried these headphones from Mixcder I was skeptical about the noise-cancelling technology. At first it didn't seem to do much, except make the volume about 10% louder, but then I actually took the time to compare it to NOT using the... +
When I first tried these headphones from Mixcder I was skeptical about the noise-cancelling technology. At first it didn't seem to do much, except make the volume about 10% louder, but then I actually took the time to compare it to NOT using the setting, and realized that it was actually doing a great job of reducing outside noises.
Aside from that cool feature, these headphones also boast very crisp audio, and the ability to take calls with an easy-to-reach button on the headphone wire. The small section where that button and the noise-reduction option are located has a clip, allowing you to clip it onto your clothes. Sadly, you HAVE to do this, as otherwise the weight is quick heavy on the ears, making it annoying to walk around with.
I would have also liked a skip forward/back button on the controls, as well as a volume slider. Without those, this is still a very cool set of headphones, especially if you have a commute that takes you through noisy or busy areas like I do every day. Whenever I test items from this brand, I always find them to be great quality and long lasting, so I have no qualms about recommending them to someone else.
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Pros
+ Noise cancelling technology works very well
+ Can take calls and listen to music with the click of a button
+ Audio is crisp and very clear
+ Comfortable and stay in your ears
Cons
- The clip-on section is heavier than would be comfortable, and needs to be clipped onto your clothes to avoid weighing down on your ears
- No skip button or volume adjusting
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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RioRand Fast Inflatable Air Lounger
Air Loungers, like this one, seem to be the hit new thing this summer. I've started seeing them everywhere, and I understand why, as they're fun to bring outdoors and to use in the pool or at the park. I've used several of them myself, and this one... +
Air Loungers, like this one, seem to be the hit new thing this summer. I've started seeing them everywhere, and I understand why, as they're fun to bring outdoors and to use in the pool or at the park. I've used several of them myself, and this one is quite good, but it does have a few downsides.
First of all, it's easy to inflate if you have a lot of room to run, or it's windy, or (easiest of all) if you just inflate it in front of a large fan or AC unit. One inflated, it's comfortable to sit on, can fit multiple people, and you can even go to sleep on it. There's a small pocket you can store things, it floats on the water, and it's a great addition to a day spent outdoors.
There are two issues I have with this air lounger though. First, if you don't have a very large amount of room to run in a straight line to inflate it, this is almost impossible to inflate. You need strong winds or a large field, so if your space is limited to a backyard or small park, you may not be able to get this inflated at all. Second, the air leaks out surprisingly quickly. After just a few minutes in the pool I already felt it deflating, and within the hour it was basically empty. So you will need to re-inflate it.
You should also be aware that it does take some time to dry after being in the pool, so if you take it to a lake or somewhere wet, you'll have to air dry it after to avoid mold!
Those two gripes aside, this is a very comfortable air lounger, and I did enjoy having it this summer!
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Pros
+ Easy to inflate with a fan
+ Comfortable to sit or lie down on
+ Ideal for outdoors or in the pool
+ Can fit multiple people
Cons
- Hard to inflate outdoors
- Air leaks out quickly
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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Yokkao Bluetooth FM Transmitter
This bluetooth transmitter for car stereos is an easy way to play your music on your smartphone through your car speakers. There are a lot of ways to do it too, such as bluetooth, micro-SD, and AUX port, and a USB port. Setting up the bluetooth... +
This bluetooth transmitter for car stereos is an easy way to play your music on your smartphone through your car speakers. There are a lot of ways to do it too, such as bluetooth, micro-SD, and AUX port, and a USB port. Setting up the bluetooth connection is the easiest, and it provides very clear audio quality.
Setting up this transmitter is simple, just plug it in and sync it to your phone. It has a charging port which you can use with a USB cable to charge your device, but the charging speed is so incredibly slow that it doesn't actually charge, but just seems to drain the battery slower. As well, when synced and playing music, the screen on the transmitter doesn't seem to change at all, and it would be a much better feature if it could at least show you some information, such as what song you're playing.
A feature I really enjoyed about this transmitter is the buttons on the front. So many transmitters connect via bluetooth but have no buttons at all, forcing you to unlock your phone if you want to do something as simple as skipping songs. This way, the buttons are easy to reach even while driving, allowing you to take calls, skip songs, and more.
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Pros
+ Versatile, can stream music by bluetooth, USB, MicroSD or Aux port
+ Flexible
+ Buttons on the screen
+ Audio quality is very clear
Cons
- The screen itself seems under-utilized
- Stiff to move at first
- Charging speed is extremely slow
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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OFKP Stainless Steel Egg Opener
When it comes to boiled eggs, this definitely works, but I'd recommend using a knife to open it up as it will shatter a little when trying to pull the 'line' apart with your hands after using this device. Strangely, it's actually fun to use this and... +
When it comes to boiled eggs, this definitely works, but I'd recommend using a knife to open it up as it will shatter a little when trying to pull the 'line' apart with your hands after using this device. Strangely, it's actually fun to use this and I was impressed that it fit on my egg as I buy the 'large' size.
The good thing about this is it's very durable and strong. The bad is that it does take a few practice runs to figure out the exact strength and knack to getting this device to work. I wasn't sure if I was supposed to just let it drop, or throw it. I did the 'throwing' method to move the ball and that worked well for me, leaving an even line on my egg shell. It certainly makes it easier to peel after!
Note: I tested it with a hard-boiled egg.
SUMMARY
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Pros
+ Leaves an even line.
+ Sturdy, metal implement.
+ Works with boiled and non boiled eggs.
+ Fits larger eggs.
Cons
- Takes a few tries to get the strength right.
- A little confusing to use.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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ThreeCat Set of 6 Silicone Stretch Lids Reusable Food Bowl Cover Wrap Cooking Kitchen Gadgets
I remember about ten years ago my mother was very excited about a similar product that was essentially saran wrap with an elasticated bottom. Well, these silicone lids are a big step up, that's for sure! While they won't work on absolutely every... +
I remember about ten years ago my mother was very excited about a similar product that was essentially saran wrap with an elasticated bottom. Well, these silicone lids are a big step up, that's for sure! While they won't work on absolutely every shape, they will work on almost anything that has a rim/edge. For example, you couldn't wrap a whole apple with these lids (though why would you want to), but cut it in half and voila, the lid will fit!
It's ideal for using with half cut fruit, vegetables and for 'covering' and of your existing plates or bowls, they even work on shallow plates. Another great use for them is finally being able to use all those containers you lost the lid for long ago.
These come with a good range of sizes, from a smaller cup sized lid, to a large one suitable for half a melon. Thanks to the floppy tabs attached to them, you can get them to stretch and create a tight seal, without hurting your hands or bending your fingernails. the tabs really, really help with attaching and removing the lids and are pretty smart in their design.
Silicone is safe to use for foods, works with cold and hot temperatures and is also dishwasher safe. Overall, these are just a great reusable option to cut down on waste in the kitchen, very handy.
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Pros
+ Good range of sizes.
+ BPA free.
+ Safe for food use.
+ Works with hot and cold food.
+ Fits most types of containers.
+ Dishwasher safe.
+ Tabs make it easy to remove and attach lids without hurting yourself.
Cons
- Will not work with very rectangular shapes (long tubs etc)
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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Yokkao 5000mAh Solar Charger Power Bank
Power banks with solar panels are becoming more and more common. Some of them seem to charge extremely fast under the sun, others much slower. Sadly this power bank from Yokkao, while otherwise a good device, is one of the slower-charging ones... +
Power banks with solar panels are becoming more and more common. Some of them seem to charge extremely fast under the sun, others much slower. Sadly this power bank from Yokkao, while otherwise a good device, is one of the slower-charging ones. Leaving it out all day in the sun never seemed to charge it by more than 20%, which isn't even enough to charge my Samsung Galaxy one time. However, it works very well when charging by USB, so use the solar power as more of a back up, then you're good to go.
Aside from the weak solar charging, this power bank is quite good. It's well padded to resist fall-damage, and it's water resistant against small splashes or light rain, but it is NOT waterproof, and should never be submerged. It can be charged via USB, and you can use the two ports to charge two devices at one time. Charging my phone with this gave me very good speed, and I was able to charge my phone twice from 0% on one full charge.
This power bank has a loop at the top which can be used to tie it onto something, and it comes with a hook in case you want to attach it to your bag or your clothes. It also has a flashlight, but it's not extremely bright, but would still be useful in an emergency.
Overall this power bank is a good option if you plan to travel and want something that's versatile and lightweight.
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Pros
+ Shockproof, water resistant
+ Can charge two devices at once
+ Solar charging allows for use outdoors
+ Small and designed to be portable
+ Sturdy and durable.
Cons
- Solar charging is painfully slow
- Water resistance is very limited
- Flashlight is very weak
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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Love Is Sweet Burlap Banner by Sterling James Co.
I think this banner is an absolute bargain, especially considering the size! make sure to measure and be aware of where you want to use it, because I didn't expect it to be as big as it was. Great quality and each letter has even spacing and uniform... +
I think this banner is an absolute bargain, especially considering the size! make sure to measure and be aware of where you want to use it, because I didn't expect it to be as big as it was. Great quality and each letter has even spacing and uniform size. Be aware, this is made of burlap, so it does have that 'Burlap' smell, but being packaged in plastic makes it a bit pungent. After having it out of the packaging for not even a day, the smell completely faded, so just make sure to air it out before a big event if the burlap scent will bother you.
Rustic and charming, works great for shabby chic decor or any kind of party celebrating love. Would look wonderful at a backyard or rustic wedding.
For me, I love it so much I've hung it in my hallway to brighten up a particularly large wall space.
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Pros
+ Very cute.
+ Good quality.
+ Very large size.
+ Strings are very long and can be trimmed to size or left hanging.
+ Great for events or home decor.
Cons
- Does have the traditional 'burlap' smell, but airs out very quickly.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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