Nintendo 3DS - Unboxing and More

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Nintendo Nintendo 3DS - Aqua Blue

Nintendo Nintendo 3DS - Aqua Blue

Handheld gaming is about to change forever. From humble beginnings with one simple screen and a few buttons, the handheld console transformed to become a window into other worlds. Vivid colors, brilliant action and 3D depth await you on the other side of the Nintendo 3DS's top screen. Created without the need for cumbersome 3D glasses, this game system provides an elegant way to enhance your viewing experience with only the naked eye. Decide how much 3D you want to see with the Depth Slider, from no 3D all the way to the wonder of maximum 3D. In addition to 3D visuals, the Nintendo 3DS offers a variety of other features to enrich your gaming experience. Operate the bottom touch screen with the telescoping stylus that can be stored inside the system. Change your perception of the world around you with fascinating augmented reality games and built-in applications. Take pictures and more with the inward-facing camera and dual outward-facing cameras. When you move the handheld system around, it knows: the built-in gyro sensor, motion sensor and pedometer detect movement to enrich your gaming experience. A wireless switch, circle pad and new input and controls complete the package. Are you ready to enter a whole new world of handheld gaming?

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Sony VBD-MA1 Multi-Function Blu-ray Disc Recorder Review

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Sony's first (ever) blu-ray standalone recorder and HD one-touch burner released April 18th, 2011.  It is currently the only stand-alone, one-touch from HD camcorders to blu-ray disc unit on the market.

At a reasonably priced $299.99 it not only functions as a standalone (no computer required) video recorder, it also works as a standalone blu-ray disc burner that also burns standard DVDs.  Yes, that means you can use to burn any data you like with your PC or Mac via USB.  You may need additional software if it isn't already provided with your PC or your camcorder.

My review currently consists of 2-3 videos linked below showing the unboxing, overview, and a demonstration of the unit in action.  After some more extensive use in the coming weeks, I will provide a more detailed review and notes.

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Jabra Cruiser 2 Review

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Jabra Cruiser Video Review

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Jabra / GN Netcom Cruiser Bluetooth Speakerphone-Bulk Packaged

Jabra / GN Netcom Cruiser Bluetooth Speakerphone-Bulk Packaged

"Jabra CRUISER SP710 Brand New Bulk Packaged One Year Warranty, The Jabra Cruiser is the revolutionary Bluetooth in-car speakerphone that is equipped with dual microphone technology. This technology is currently utilized in all of Jabra's high-end headsets, and has proven to drastically improve calling quality by eliminating background noise while enhancing voice. Thus, by successfully integrating this technology into Jabra's new Bluetooth in-car Speakerphone, Cruiser is set to revolutionize the market. Cruiser has many great additional features including it's voice announcements, which not only provide pairing instructions and connectivity and battery status information, but also accesses your address book to announce the name of inbound callers . It is also equipped with an FM transmitter, A2DP and AVRCP, which allow you to stream and control stereo music from your phone to your car or home stereo. Enhancing accessibility, the multiuse function allows it to connect two Bluetooth devices simultaneously. Jabra Cruiser Features: Voice Controls, Voice Guidance / Announcement, Bluetooth Speakerphone, Caller ID, Digital Signal Processing Technology Enriches Sound Quality, Connect to Multiple Devices, Call Answer / End Button, Adjustable Volume, Listen to Music (Supports A2DP), Up To 14 Hours Talk Time, FM Transmitter"

 $37.99

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Jabra Cruiser In-Car Bluetooth Speakerphone Kit

Jabra Cruiser In-Car Bluetooth Speakerphone Kit

Turn your car into a hands-free command center. This Bluetooth speakerphone conveniently clips onto your visor and plays calls or music through your car stereo. Dual microphone technology and digital signal processing ensure the caller hears you loud and clear by eliminating road and passenger background noise and enhancing your voice. From Jabra. Use of Bluetooth Wireless Technology requires Bluetooth software and Bluetooth-compatible accessories. Additional accessories may be required.

Blue Yeti Microphone Unboxing & Review

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Monster Cable Leather Charging Case for iPhone Review

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Monster Cable Leather Charging Case for iPhone retails for $99.99.  I would typically say that Monster Cable products are overpriced for what they do, but seeing as most of the competition that makes iphone batteries are about that price they don't seem out of line.

 

First, the important stuff.  Does it work?  Yes, it brought my less than 10% battery left iPhone 3G to full and had power to spare.  The official rated capacity printed on the packaging is 1800 mAH.

It is heavy, and noticeably thick after everything is inserted, and measured.  I compared it to the iphone and total thickness appears to increase by 4x.  About 3x if you don't count the non-detachable (but rotatable) belt clip.

The case feels very well constructed.  The leather is well stitched on all seams.  Inside there is a suede soft surface that covers your screen when the cover is velcro'd over the unit.  On the front there is the Monster logo embossed.

Altogether the entire package has a high quality weighted feel to it - it feels and looks expensive if a bit bulky.

The charging cable is a USB cable that is a bit more difficult to find, but not impossible.  Its the same connector used by some of the newer smaller cameras.  One such cable is provided.

So far I give the unit two thumbs up.  Just don't pay full retail for it!

Blueant Q1 Quick Review with links to other reviews

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BlueAnt Q1 Voice Controlled Bluetooth Headset (Black)

The BlueAnt Q1 was going to be my headset for use in the car with my iPhone.  With advanced voice recognition technology, dual noise cancellation microphones, and cool slick packaging, and a high-end ($129.99) price, I had high hopes.

Too bad after a few days of use I found that:

1. Voice recognition technology was not as useable in the car on freeway with the iphone.  I can't voice dial any contacts with the iPhone, but that's more a limitation of the iPhone.  I also can't ask the headset to press any keypad numbers, only to dial speed dial contact 1-8.

2. The headset does not get loud enough for me in a cafe / window down environment.  Compared to a Jawbone II, it simply wasn't getting loud enough.  I perceived the Jawbone II to be 25% louder.

3. The Jawbone's noise cancellation technology is still superior.

I give it a 3 out of 5 stars overall. 

Callpod Chargepod System Review

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I've had the Callpod Chargepod Bundle for several months now. The following would be my experiences in using the Chargepod mostly on travel, but sometimes at home.

For those of you that don't know, this device was supposed to be the end of tangled messes of wires running amuck, and multiple wall warts by allowing you to power / charge up to six devices at once off of one wall adapter.

Setup:

It's really simple as long as you have the proper proprietary device adapters. All you do is plug in the relatively large AC adapter (or car adapter) into the small puck's mini-usb type plug. Then plug in the proprietary device adapters into the puck for each device that you want to charge. Plug your devices in, and you're done. A blue LED lights up for each cable plugged in, regardless of whether its charging anything or not.

The way the proprietary device dongles are designed (a couple of inches long for most) makes a tangled mess nearly impossible for each device plugged in. They also plug in a round the clock manner, and evenly spaced.

Good:

It simply works. One device that can charge all your devices, at home or on the go.

Generous AC Adapter cable length.

Callpod customer service is quick to respond and helpful.

Gripes:

Adapters aren't available for everything. This is primarily designed to charge small personal electronic devices so things such as your laptop, portable DVD player, kindle 1.0, digital camera battery charger, etc are not supported. (They do have a new Chargepod type unit for laptops to be released this year).

The little adapters are easy to lose, and over time come off the chargepod a little too easily making them difficult to find like say, under the bed at a hotel.

The proprietary adapter cables are expensive, often running $10.00 per device or often about the price a real dedicated adapter would run.

The AC adapter is a few times bigger than the Chargepod. If they could manage to shrink the AC adapter down to the size of the Chargepod, I would like the entire setup a lot better. Because the AC adapter is so big, I don't casually bring the charger out with me regularly in my laptop bag making it less useful to me.

No airplane adapter included.

Expensive. I bought the bundle, and at the time it cost me close to $100 USD. Unfortunately I don't use most of the adapters it came with. But it did come with the car charger, which is not included in their cheaper bundles that they offer now.

Other notes and recommendations:

The LED indicator lights are really bright! I often need to cover it with a hand towel if I'm charging by bedside at a hotel or it'd light up the room.

They sell a universal USB adapter so that you can plug in your own USB charge cables for your devices. Buy a bunch of them in bulk online so that you can make use of your already existing USB charge cables which you might use to synch anyway. The ziplinq ones work great because they retract and allow you enough room to use the device a few feet away from the chargepod.

Buy a separate mesh bag to hold the valuable little adapter cables and tie them together with a rubber band when storing. I find some of the REI outdoor equipment stores have stuff that work well.

To use the chargepod effectively you really have to have a flat surface of about 1.5 square feet to work with if you are charging up to 6 devices.

Recommended:
Yes