LG Optimus V First Look and Unboxing

Virgin Mobile LG Optimus V No-Contract Mobile Phone - Black This mobile phone features an Android 2.2 operating system to keep you connected and productive on the go and a built-in digital camera and camcorder to capture still photos and video. A 3.2" touch-screen display makes navigating features simple.

Virgin Mobile LG Optimus V Smartphone w/Android2.2 & More

Fenix TK40 v1 vs v2 - Old TK40 vs New TK40 Flashlight

dlink Boxee Box Review

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D-Link Boxee Box High-Definition Media Player Enjoy Internet content on your TV with this media player that provides access to more than 40,000 TV shows and movies, as well as popular Web sites, including Flickr, Facebook and more. The built-in media card slot allows you to store and transfer media. Smart Set-Top Box Get a world of instant entertainment with this smart set-top box. Connect to the Internet and stream movies, listen to music and access a wide variety of other content on your HDTV. Learn more about smart products. Netflix YouTube Pandora Facebook Flickr Learn more about Boxee Box by DLink.  @ Bestbuy.  Local pickup or shipped!  $199.99

Teardown of the Boxee Box by Fixit.

Iomega has partnered with Boxee to produce their own Boxee Box with storage as an option.  See the blog post here.

Update on 2011-02-24 19:36 by Mike Mu

Netflix and VUDU's high-def On-Demand movie services are now available on the Boxee Box by D-Link.

This is a big step for us as these two services alone deliver more than 20,000 movies to the Boxee Box in addition to what we offer for free from the web. VUDU is already integrated into Boxee's movie library, and you can find Netflix in the App library. With the addition of both services, it's now a great time to pick up the Boxee Box by D-Link to start enjoying thousands of HD movies and shows (more than you can get on the PC).

Netflix
With 20 million members in the United States and Canada, Netflix is the world's leading Internet subscription service for enjoying movies and TV shows. For $7.99 a month, Netflix members can instantly watch unlimited movies and TV episodes streamed over the Internet to the Boxee Box.

VUDU
If you've never seen VUDU you're in for a real treat - VUDU has the largest HD movie library and delivers them in near Blu-Ray quality picture with Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 surround sound. You'll get access to the latest movies with a picture so good that your friends and family won't believe it's streaming from the Internet. In addition to the hottest new releases available the same day as DVD/Blu-Ray, VUDU also offers thousands of movies available for rental at $2 for 2 nights in standard def.

Special Offers
Each company has special offers so you can try before you buy.
Netflix: 1 month FREE trial. Sign up here to get started.
VUDU: Try VUDU for free with a $5.99 movie credit.

Thanks so much for being patient while we worked to bring these services to you. We're confident you'll fall in love with them as we have.

All the best,
Avner

Sony Bloggie Touch Review

Sony Netplayer SMP-N100 Review

Sony SMP-N100 now $64.99

Update on 2011-10-04 01:15 by Mike Mu

SMP-N200 coming!

Orange Joos Solar Panel Review

The Joos Orange is supposed to offer 6 to 20 times more son to power conversion and efficiency when compared to its competitors. The price is right at just $100 (introductory) for the base model, plus some extras that you may or may not want in order to adapt it for your charging and portable power needs.

It's also supposed to be able to charge an iPad! (yay!) - (it does but check out my demonstration above).

I was pretty excited at the time when they first introduced it and announced it last summer and showed some demonstration videos about how rugged it was. I have a few solar panels myself to use for travel, but almost all of them state that they are not to be used for an extended period of time outside.

What is the point in that?

Anyway there are some sample videos shown below about how rugged the Joos Orange solar charger is including underwater tests as well as shooting a 22 caliber rifle straight at the solar cell.

Update on 2011-02-27 08:36 by Mike Mu

Sorry for the delay folks, I've been informed that the latest major batch of solar panels are heading over to the states and I will keep you posted as soon as I get one in my hands for review.

Update on 2011-03-27 20:27 by Mike Mu

As you probably figured out already, they are in fact in stock now at their website.  I have ordered one two weeks ago and it arrived last week.  I'm putting it through some tests now and will post a first look review within the next week or two.

If you would like me to test anything in particular, let me know and I'll do my best to include it in my tests.

Update on 2011-09-23 16:57 by Mike Mu

I was hoping to post a meaningful review of the SolarJoos panel - at least a first look review but I've been busy traveling and then catching up with some work when I got back.

A number of things also happened.

Update on 2013-08-25 06:27 by Mike Mu

I took the liberty in reviewing a version 1 and a version 2 of the internals.  I found some screws loose due to some hairline fractures in the plastic casing - one of the weak points of the solar joose orange.  

Besides the fracture, I also found some waterproofing gasket missing on a brand new unit in version 2.  So... definitely be careful about trusting the weatherproofing of any of these Solar Joos units out in the wild if your life depends on it.

Clear iSpot 4G Review

Update on 2011-03-28 18:13 by Mike Mu

As you probably figured out by now, this model / pricing plan is no longer available from Clear for $25.  They have an identical unit in black that is also 4G only but at a higher price and not restricted to Apple devices.

While traveling last month I used up about 14 GB of data in the greater LA County area.  Worked out great for streaming videos and uploading pictures.

Update on 2011-01-05 00:05 by Mike Mu

Sony Dash Review

Unboxing pictures here.

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Moshi Alarm Clock

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Jabra Cruiser 2 Review

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Be sure you check out the comments below on this page.  Videos are being transferred from now deactivated Youtube account...

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Jabra Cruiser 2 vs Blueant S4

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Update on 2012-12-03 18:00 by Mike Mu

Blueant S4 Bluetooth Speakerphone Review

Buy.com has it for $69.99 (10/07/2010)

S4 Voice Controlled Car Kit Blueant S4 from thenerds.net

Update on 2011-07-13 18:05 by Mike Mu

BlueAnt S4 Bluetooth Speakerphone for Most Vehicles - Black Communicate with friends and family on the road with only your voice using this Bluetooth speakerphone that features voice-activated dialing and commands and a phone book that stores up to 2,000 contacts.  For instore pickup at your local Best Buy.

Update on 2011-07-13 18:09 by Mike Mu

BlueAnt S4 Bluetooth Hands-Free Voice Controlled Car Speakerphone With the BlueAnt S4, there is no longer any need to touch your phone or car speakerphone while driving. For the first time, drivers can communicate on the road, making and receiving calls and accessing a world of information, using only their voice. Type: Bluetooth Car kit Noise Reduction: Yes Talk Time: Up to 20 hours Standby Time: Up to 700 hours Charge Time: 3 - 4 hours Operating Range: 33 Feet Battery: 3.7V Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Specifications: CE, FCC, BQB, Ctick, RoHS/WEEE Compliant Micro USB Connector 3GPP with DSP solution  from Newegg.com

Gorilla Cycle Alarm 7007

Cycle Alarm with 2-Way Paging System Cycle Alarm with 2-Way Paging System by Gorilla Powerful 120db Piezo 5-tone programmable siren 7 level shock sensor All alarm features are displayed on the pager’s LED screen: Current sensor, tilt sensor, shock sensor warn away mode, clock, screen lamp, range indicator, power save, button lock, pager vibration mode 100% waterproof 1/2 mile pager range LED warning light Simple 2 wire installation Compact size 3”x 3½”x 1¾”

Sleek Audio SA6 Customizable Earphones Unboxing and Review

Review coming...

Sezmi Review

If you've come here to get a full on Sezmi Review, you've come to the right place.  At this time I can only recommend the Sezmi if you:

• Have really good high speed internet access
• Don't watch a lot of TV, so don't care to pay a regular priced cable bill
• Are willing to put up with a clunky and slow interface
• Don't mind beta testing a new product

I've got several videos on the Sezmi below for you to see if you want to go into more details on what you get for your money.  My conclusion is audio only and is the last video on this page.  Well worth listening to if you only have 10 minutes or so.

What's going on at the company.

Asus O! Play Air HDP-R3 Wireless Media Player

Update on 2010-10-06 17:34 by Mike Mu

Asus O! Play HD2 is about to be released.  Basically its the same thing but now with support for USB 3 standard.

Slashgear article on it.

Apple iPad Keyboard Dock Review

Apple iPad Keyboard Dock at Abt Electronics - $69.99

Apple Wireless Keyboard for Mac and iPad (MC184LL/A) only $68.99 + FREE Shipping

iRobot Roomba 440 Review

 

Tenergy Replacement Battery with hard case (Yellow Color) for Roomba APS 4905 400 series Vacuum Cleaner APS battery compatible with all Roomba FloorVac models Charges in 3 hours with APS charger Provides up to 100 minutes of run time 50 percent greater useful life than original Roomba batteries Easy to charge and connect Compatible with the following models Discovery Series Create Models Dirt Dog Model iRobot Roomba 400 Series:400400042104054100422041041054225 41541104230 41641304232 41841504260417042964188 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:Votlage14.4V Capacity3.3Ah Max. Discharging rate 10 C at24 A Dimension7 x 2.2 x 2.3 inches ; Weight:28 Oz. Download product handling instructions here.*Tenergy product is a generic replacement, not the original OEM battery.*iRobot??, Scooba??, Roomba are trademarks of iRobot Corporation.*Tenergy is not associated with iRobot Corporation.*Tenergy product is not subject to any warranty by iRobot.All Other iRobot Batteries and Cleaners Still unsure if you are purchasing the correct battery?See our Roomba Battery Comparison Page to find the correct battery for your unitCLICK HERE

Update on 2011-08-08 07:38 by Mike Mu

In light of all the iRobot Roomba failures after a few years of service (typically), I recommend getting a Roomba from a place like Hammacher Schlemmer which provides a lifetime warranty / guarantee on all the products they sell.

If it is too late for you, definitely watch my review and make special note of cleaning the filter out, and if you are handy with a screwdriver, clean out the vacuum portion of the roomba as necessary.  

Free Standard Shipping on U.S. orders over $99 at Hammacher Schlemmer.
Use code HAMMAUG at checkout.

Update on 2011-08-08 07:40 by Mike Mu

Update on 2011-09-07 16:53 by Mike Mu

Get an iRobot Roomba 440 Floor Cleaning Robot for $149.99 at Buy.com, a $50 Savings! Valid through 09/11/2011

Update on 2011-10-27 08:28 by Mike Mu

Other Robotic Vacuums

Update on 2012-01-18 18:14 by Mike Mu

Roomba 760 Available sold by Amazon now!