Packed with a fairly impressive breadth of video tutorials, this single disc runs the gamut from covering beginner skills to tackling features specific to the latest version of Photoshop CS5. The tutorials … more
This is not a lopper that you'd want to use to attack any type of significant deadwood. It's max capacity is listed as either 1.25 or 1 inch depending on which blurb you read, and I wouldn't recommend … more
I'm more of a fan of gas-fired BBQ (heresy, I know for the BBQ purists) or electric (smoking). When I do go for the traditional coal, I usually use hardwood briquettes since I don't care for the … more
I've had mixed results with Davidson's teas. Their honeybush was great, but their peppermint was pretty bad. Very happy that I tried them again with this spiced Chai tea. It is simply wonderful! Very … more
I've been using the 2007 Office suite, and have (for the most part) been enjoying it. It was a big change from the previous version both in terms of functionality as well as the overall interface. … more
This is the second American Standard bathroom faucet I've installed with the quick connect system for the pop-up drain. Love it! The worst part for me when installing bathroom faucets was getting the … more
This was my third bathroom remod, and my first experience with Swanstone. Wish I had another bathroom that needed remodeling since this was a breeze to work with! It looks great … more
The price on this is pretty good, but it seems the adage of "you get what you pay for" is also true. There is only the most mild smell of peppermint when you open the bag, and crushing some between your … more
I'm very pleased with this decaf -- very flavorful but not bitter. Just the right balance in terms of strength -- not so strong that it feels like it dissolving your teeth, but not dishwater either. Just … more
I'm usually more of a tea drinker than a coffee drinker, but this machine is pushing me more towards the coffee side. Excellent brew! Very easy to use, and the manual is actually well done (in contrast … more
I really enjoyed this show. It started off a bit slow - I was lukewarm about the first couple of episodes, but by the 4th episode it really hit its stride. A lot more character development than is typically … more
I wasn't all that sure about what SlotRadio really was when I bought my SanDisk player, but am really pleased that it has it. Great concept - basically it's like listening to the radio without commercials … more
I needed a document scanner for a work project that involved scanning thousands of pages of text. I narrowed the list down to the Epson GT-S50, the Epson GT-1500 or the Fujitsu ScanSnap 1500. All had … more
Very pleased with this rug. The colors are great -- lots of earth tones, and everything blends well. Excellent construction, both in terms of material used (Olefin) and construction quality. It vacuums … more
I'm very pleased with this ginger - very fresh tasting, which is important since I use it mainly in beverages. The cheaper stuff just doesn't have the "bite" that this stuff does. Excellent! It … more
I've used a variety of pain relief creams, and typically find that they all work about the same. This is no different - it provides good relief for sore muscles. More effective for me than using pills … more
I'm far more of a tea drinker than a coffee drinker, but I can't start the day without a cup or three of coffee. Plus, I'm not really awake until I smell the coffee brewing - just not morning without … more
I have both the vertical model (this one) and the horizontal model made by PUR. Both were a snap to install (no pun intended) using the snap-on connector. I believe this is a new design for PUR based … more
My tap water is generally pretty good, but there are times during the year when there's an off taste to the water. So, I started using a water filter system (the Clear2O pitcher). It works well, but there … more
Flash drives are pretty much a commodity these days - I've not found any appreciable difference between any of the major brands. I presently use PNY, HP, Lexor and Sandisk, and can't really tell the difference … more
I've been trying/meaning/wanting to organize the garage for some time (some in my household would use the word "avoiding" but I'd rather focus on my good intentions rather than lack of actual action). … more
Crocs are one of those love them or hate them propositions. There's not much middle ground. So, if you hate them, these probably won't convert you to the other side. If, however, you're a fan, these are … more
Well, been old for a while, but now there's proof based on my Amazon purchase history. But regardless of the march of time, this has proven to be a very handy product. I use it … more
I was a little unsure about this, so I purchased it at a store just in case I needed to return it. Very pleased with it - I have a real problem with stains between my front teeth, and this little guy … more
I purchased this at a warehouse club (sams) and have been very pleased. I'm using it in the office, and it's a nice, plain design that fits in well. Easy to set up, and no problems with reception for … more
I never saw Burn Notice on TV, but kept hearing good things about it. So, picked up Season 1 to see what it was like, and quickly became hooked. Glad to see that the momentum and quality of the show has … more
This works very well - I stayed dry and comfortable even in the worst summer heat we've had in some time (100+ degrees). I've also tried the Sport version and, while I prefer that scent a bit more than … more
My niece is sensitive to gluten so I got this for her since she's quite the brownie fan. I tried it after she baked a batch and was really surprised at how good it was - moist, and great chocolate flavor. … more
I was not expecting much from this given the floral motif - thought it would be a pretty cheaply made set. But, I thought the stubby hammer would be useful, so gave it a shot. Really … more
I got this on a lark since my nephew is a huge BBQ sauce fan, and has never tried this particular brand. I can take or leave Dr. Pepper soda. It's not bad, but I don't exactly seek it out. So I was not … more
After using foil shavers for the past few years I'm once again using a rotary. Other than Remington, the only other choice in the rotary world is Norelco/Philips. I applaud the presence of competition … more
I recently purchased a Hasselblad 500CM and wanted to get up to speed with it. While I have a fair amount of experience with film and digital photography, I'm still a novice when it comes to the medium … more
I had high hopes for this product since keeping things organized in my trunk is challenging. I have a hatchback and always keep the back seats folded down. I am also not able to fully grasp the concept … more
The Canon 100mm f/2.8 USM macro is a lovely lens already, and Canon would need to significantly improve on it to make any owner of this lens consider selling in order to upgrade to the new L version. … more
My first experience with this thermometer was not great. Could not get it to work at all, despite trying all sorts of resets, battery replacements, button pushing and chants to the Higher Powers of Consumer … more
This is a nice improvement to the Sonicare line of brushes. It appears to be their response to the Oral-B Floss Action line of brushes that have a "paddle" to help get between teeth. This accomplishes … more
For the most part I liked this deodorant. It worked well, and stood up to the 100+ degree weather we've been having for the past couple of days. Really put it to the test! The scent … more
My estate planning (if I can actually use such a grandiose word as "estate" when referring to my worldly possessions) is not complex - no children or other such situations that require more thought and … more
I need to split my allergy pills that I take daily - find that taking half at a time maintains effectiveness but greatly diminishes side effects. But, this means I have to split a whole bunch of rather … more
I've tried pedometers in the past but have found them to be inaccurate at best, and totally impossible to use at worst. So, I didn't have that high of an expectation for the Omron despite the fact that … more