Perfect fit for the Kindle Fire. I was looking for a clear case so you could see the Skin I had put on the Kindle. This case is perfect for that. Just enough protection for bumps and falls.
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rooCASE Gel Skin TPU (Clear) Rubber Case Cover for Amazon Kindle Fire 7-Inch Android Tablet (NOT Co
Perfect fit for the Kindle Fire. I was looking for a clear case so you could see the Skin I had put on the Kindle. This case is perfect for that. Just enough protection for bumps and falls.
GSI Super Quality 5-In-1 Transfer USB Connection Kit - Memory Card Reader - Download Photos-Videos
This adapter does NOT work on the Ipad2 in spite of the description. The Ipad 2 will not recognize this adapter.
rooCASE 2n1 Silicone Skin (Clear) Case Cover and Capacitive Stylus Pen for Motorola XOOM Tablet
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The stylus is the only thing an using constintly. Love it.
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Sling Media Slingbox AV (SB240-100)
I have been considering the Slingbox for quite some time. I decided to go ahead and buy one when Sling Media came out with this new model.Installation was an absolute breeze. It was so easy I was shocked! I was watching DirecTV/TIVO on my PC within 5 minutes of opening the box. I have broadband internet which is quite fast. Full screen viewing on my 20" 16:10 screen is somewhat grainy and blurry, but definitely viewable. I prefer to use about 1/3 of my screen for the viewer (SplingPlayer) and the other 2/3 for other applications. Nice sharp picture quality with this set-up! Surfing the web while watching TV is no problem. Web pages still load quickly and video is still sharp/smooth. Haven't tried to download a large file while viewing yet.
SlingPlayer is great! Choose full screen, left/right side, or adjust as you see fit. When you choose left or right side your internet browser (or whatever application you are running) will snap into place to cover the rest of your screen automatically. Very nice user interface and many skins to choose from.
No matter where you are, as long as you have an internet connection, you can watch your TV. I have Tivo which makes this device shine! I can watch my directv, watch anything that is recorded on TIVO, order pay-per-view, set up a program to record. Basically you can do anything that you can normally do with your DVR. The on screen remote control even looks identical to the real remote.
How is it different from the original Slingbox? I can't speak from actual experience since I don't own the original, but as far as the specs go there are some pros and cons.
The original Slingbox had a coax input. So you can hook up directly to analog cable or antennae. You can't do this with the SlingBox AV, but you can with the new SlingBox Tuner. The SlingBox Pro will do both analog and digital (and component HDTV).
The pros... The new SlingBox AV claims to have:
* SlingStream technology delivers up to a 400 percent video quality improvement over the original Slingbox
And the new SlingPlayer v1.4 for the Slingbox Tuner/AV/Pro provides:
* Improved video quality on the LAN: up to 4x the resolution of the previous SlingPlayer and over 200% speed improvement.*
* Adjust the SlingStream LAN video quality to match your particular computer and network conditions.
* Improved Setup Wizard: new screens are streamlined and easier to use.
* Improved Setup Wizard: direct access to customer support via real time chat. Relax and let our tech supports set up your router for you!
* AutoUpdate feature added to the Setup process ensuring users always install the latest software for their Slingbox.
* Users can rapidly cycle between Fullscreen (4:3), Widescreen (16:9), Letterbox, Windowbox and Pillarbox window modes to find the best fit for their video content.
* Full-screen improvements: If you put SlingPlayer in maximized mode it will stay there.
* Show/Hide player controls with one-click toggle. Just click once on the main player window to remove the controls when you aren't using them.
* Audio Visualizations added to Audio-Only mode. WinAmp AVS support means that users can add their own visualizations.
* Physical remote controls: SlingPlayer now works with remotes that support Microsoft Application keys. Now you can sit back and click on a real remote control to control SlingPlayer.
* SlingPlayer has a whole new look with the RedLine skin--just one more way to change the SlingPlayer to suit your tastes. With SlingCentral and other user contributed skins there are over 30 different skins available and more coming every month.
I won't miss the analog coax connection, I don't need it. If you need analog coax only then buy the SlingBox tuner. If you need both coax and digital devices then buy the SlingBox Pro (which will also give you component HDTV, but no HDMI).
On a final note, this unit is tiny. Much smaller than the original. It's about 1.5"(H) x 3.5"(D) x6.5 (W). Your gonna here some people call this thing ugly in appearance. It's not really that bad and it's so small that it can easily be hidden behind your other components or just pushed toward the back.
I'm a gadget freak and this is the coolest thing I've purchased in a long time!! Just buy one! This would make an awesome gift for anyone interested in computers and TV.
1. The way this works is that Slingbox, basically, hijacks one of your cable boxes. For example, if I was to turn on the TV that my Slingbox was set up on, it's going to display whatever I'm watching. If I lived alone, this wouldn't be a big deal; but between everyone else in my house, I can't completely monopolize a TV. What I did was just attach the Slingbox to my basement TV, which they never use.
2. A connection to your home network is required. I had mistakenly thought it was optional, that you were hooking SlingBox directly to your PC (like other tuner models). Make sure you have some kind of an access point to connect to. If I was to wish for anything, I would have loved if this model came with some kind of a built-in wireless card. It would have been one less piece of equipment I had to buy.
3. Mac software is now available for download. I know a lot of us were waiting ... now the wait is over.
4. Streaming video is a monster on your internet hook-up's bandwidth, just be prepared for the slow-down if you have a lot of internet-ready devices (notebook, xBox live maybe, etc etc) running all the time. If your system has some mileage on the tires, this might be a good excuse to consider upgrading it a little bit.
Other then that, as I said, this is every bit as good as advertised. Enjoy it!
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Installation on a normal home network setup is very easy. My setup was a little more complex due to voip router, and 2nd wireless router. Sling has instructions on their web site but I still had to mess around with my settings in order to get it to work. To work on multiple routers you have to do port forwarding on both routers to port 5001. Once I worked this out everything is great.Video quality is good in the house, haven't tried it from another location. I'm running the Sling AV with Netgear Ethernet power adaptors to my router and then watching TV via wireless to my laptop. Now we can watch TV in any room of the house. My wife loves being able to watch the news in the morning while in the kitchen. She also loves being able to surf while having a show running in a small window on the side.
Control of my Dish DVR is very good. We can manage any feature of our Satelite/DVR box. This will come in handy when we travel as we have our sons Seaseme Street shows on the DVR and now we can take those with us on the road.
Overall, I'm pleased with the Sling AV. It offers good performance at a great price point. Now Sling just needs to get the Mac version out so I can watch TV on my beautiful 15.4 inch Mac Book Pro.
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Bought the Slingbox AV last week, took about 15 minutes to get it working on my home network. Got good quality video even on wireless with WAP enabled. Works great from my office as well. Great product overall, the only thing you need to aware of is that the slingplayer mobile is not included. If you want to watch on your PDA device, it will need to be purchased separately.Want Sling Media Slingbox AV (SB240-100) Discount?
Bought this so my stepson, a college student, could watch TV downstate without having to pay cable fees. Works nicely. We tested and used it while in Las Vegas and the box was in Maine -no problem. It took calling the company to get it set up properly. They were cordial, efficient and effective. Had it running after 10 minutes online with the service tech. Kind of wish I had bought the one that allows more than one user at a time. Be sure you are getting the one that you want relative to the number of people who can watch at a given time.Save 19% Off
GreatShield Ultra Smooth Clear Screen Protector Film for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (3 Pack)
Easy to put on, works great, can't tell it's on. The screen saver really works. I would recommend this product for everyone to use.
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i really like this screen protector.great product.would highly recommend to anyone.have tried others and this one is the easiest to put on.These screen protectors fit my tablet perfectly. They aren't the cheapest, but for a 3pack it's still a fantastic price. Easy to apply. Only had a few bubbles and they were super easy to remove. Don't make screen lest sensitive . I will never buy a different brand.Works out great for me can't tell it's on the screen....very pleased with the product and would recommend to others.Save 45% Off
Eurus USB Sync & Charger Cable for Palm M500 / M505 / M515 , T / T2 / T3 , W , C Series
Basically, this item is the same as the cradle that came with the Palm m515, except that, instead of needing a separate AC adapter, it draws power from the USB port/hub. So it will both sync the Palm and charge the battery. The one downside to this device, of course, is that the PC/Mac must be turned on, so there is power going to the USB port/hub. Of course, it is also Made in China, and I would prefer a cable Made in USA, but to my knowledge there are no such cables made here. But I think this product is a good choice if you're like me, and you lost the AC adapter that goes with your Palm m515 cradle. :-)
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The charger/tranfer cable supplied with the Palm M500 was bulky and a pain to carry on trips. The Eurus USB Sync & Charger Cable for Palm M500 works excellent and is easy to carry. The right equipment for the right price.
rooCASE Tablet Carrying Bag for Toshiba Thrive 10.1-Inch Android Tablet - Classic Series Black
This Tablet carrying case is compact,yet plenty roomy for a tablet and accessories. The material is of high quality and it feels great to carry. It also comes with a shoulder strap. This is a classy case for a very reasonable price. Highly recommended.
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rooCASE Neoprene Netbook Sleeve Case Cover for Lenovo ThinkPad X120e 05962RU 11.6-Inch Notebook (In
This is a very nice case. The 2 front pockets are perfect for my headphones and the charger. The inside is padded without being too bulky. The only improvement I'd make is to add a strap to carry it but if like me you are looking for a slim case to put inside another bag this is perfect.Save 50% Off
New Desktop Sync Dock Cradle Charger for Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 P7500 P7510
For what it cost, this product does the job. You cannot use it if you have any sort of protective cover / case on your tablet. This was fine as I wanted to get one of those pretty sticker / skin things. It does not come with a power supply. You get the dock and a usb cable. What you plug that cable in to get power is on you. It is not flashy, particularly sturdy or attractive. Just a functional hunk of plastic that will support your table on your nightstand or kitchen counter.
rooCASE Capacitive (Silver) Stylus for Le Pan TC 970 9.7-Inch Android Tablet
Would have given 5 stars, but price is a little high. All in all, it works great with my taplet.
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300mAh Li-Polymer Battery for Plantronics Headset CS351N, CS361N, CS50, CS50-USB, CS50USB
- High Quality, high capacity, light weight rechargeable battery
- No memory effect. Can be charged or discharged as needed without loss of capacity
- Overcharge protection, with built-in battery life microchip
- Compatible Models: Plantronics Headset CS351N, CS361N, CS50, CS50-USB, CS50USB
- Compatible Part #s: 65358-01, 64399-01, 64327-01, PLN-6439901, ED-PLN-6439901, 6535801, CPP-512Q
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The battery didn't fit the CS55 or the CS361N. The battery is very thick compared with the original equipment. It was a big disappointment.My plantronics headset just wouldn't hold a chage. As soon as took it off the charging station it would begin to beep which indicated to me I need to get a new battery. This was a great hcoice and a perfect fit. All is well now.
Brother P-Touch PT-18R Rechargeable Labeling System
I've owned a Brother PConly labeler for a few years now, but I ended up not using it much after the initial play period. The problem is, if you have to sit down and fire up your PC and the software (no matter how intuitive and sexy), it's just easier to use a pen, or nothing at all for that matter! After I read that David Allen, the author of Getting Things Done, concurred, I looked again for a more "ready when you are" tool. I highly recommend that you check out Brother's website; they have a nifty comparison feature that you can customize per model and feature and produce a PDF at the end great for your final decision process. For me, size and an auto cutter were the main features I was looking for, and that eventually lead me to this device, the little-reviewed 18R.This particular unit is 2-3 times smaller in volume than all its brothers (non-intended pun here), thanks to its rechargeable battery. I was resisting this rechargeable business at first, because it implies frequent use (like a cell phone or laptop), but I warmed up to it. The price difference isn't that great (~$20 compared to a slightly lesser unit, the price of 8 good rechargeable AAs actually), plus it turned out that the little beast can go up to six months of occasional use without recharging, which is very impressive in my book. The NiMh cell is custom and labeled "Brother 18R"; hopefully there will be replacements in a couple of years when it finally gives out. I especially like the fact that this unit stores extremely well in addition to it being small: unlike the desktop models which sit flat on your desk and awkwardly occupy a lot of space no matter where you place them, this one actually goes into your library like a book, or upright into a corner of your desk drawer or file folder.
The auto cutter lives up to its name, so much better than manual. It cuts off the tape lead so you don't have to keep scissors around (you may find that funny, but re-cutting labels was standard procedure with my other labeler!). My favorite is the "chain mode". Here, you essentially delay your latest print in favor of a more efficient use of tape material. For example, if you enter "January", "February" and "March" and hit Print every time, the "March" label remains in the unit until you print something else or change your mind and hit the "scissors" button. This should address most people's issues with the wasted tape; it's as good as it gets with this system.
The device is very easy to use: while you type your text, it tells you how long your label is going to be. If you select borders, etc. the graphical display shows you the styles, and if you desire you can hit the preview button to get a WYSIWYG representation before printing. There are also a few "layouts" available, for example fixed-length (for your file folders), or two-line printing with different font sizes on each line (I find these particularly useful to label my Nalgene bottles with the content plus my name underneath). Unfortunately, the chain print mode (see above) doesn't work with those handy layouts; it always cuts off about 1/2" of empty tape. But I can live with it.
My minor gripe with this device is the low-contrast, non-backlit display (hey, since I'm running on rechargeables, I could justify the energy needs of a backlight). Also, the latch that closes the cassette department doesn't seem solid to me: a tiny plastic thing, similar to the one that broke on my other labeler. While I'm whining, I'd also like 360 dpi resolution for that really industrial look, but those printers are currently much more expensive (or PConly, which to me is now useless).
Still, this is the most useful, featurerich, and compact labeler that I've ever used, so 4 stars are deserved. Hope it helped in your quest to label those sock drawers :)
The only (minor) complaint is that the charging dock does not have a USB port, so you have to manually plug it into your computer when you set it on the charger. And it's a little pricey, but if you use any P-Touch unit more than occasionally, then the cost of the tape will quickly overwhelm the differences in price between this unit and less expensive ones. And this one is nicer.
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This system fits nicely in the hands. It holds a charge a long time. I owned another brother product. The batteries did not last long. I purchased the AC adapter which was about the same price as the Labeler. Then I was limited by the cordThis cord-free version with long battery life is great. And means that I can take the labeler to whereever the project is. It automatically cuts so there is an even border on each side of the label. I purchased this because it has the ability to connect to a PC via USB port, though I have not used that feature yet.
It seemed like I went through the tape that came with the system quickly. It may have been shorter (like a sample) I am on my second cartridge and it seems to be lasting a long time.
My only comment is that I think the borders on each side are long--forcing you to use more tape than necessary. But this seems to be how they all work, so I still rate it 5 stars.
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I'm a long time user of the P-Touch system. My first was the PT310, which worked great. But with 6 AA batteries, as most of the other units have, it was a bit heavy. This unit is lighter, but not by much. The battery weighs a bit, but they didn't cheap out and use NiCad, they made it a mercury-free Ni-MH. That's much much much better, both from an environmental perspective and usability (no memory effects, partial charges ok, and much longer life cycle) thanks Brother!The unit has an excellent feel in the hands and great QWERTY layout and other button layout you couldn't improve on that very much. As far as features, pretty excellent, and certainly more than i'll ever need if you include the PC-based part. So my concerns are somewhat minor this unit is great but here goes:
1) Brother absolutely should have designed the charger to work on the USB port. You cant charge as quickly, but that gives you a far better place to park the unit, and at least gives you the option to be un-tethered from yet another AC outlet.
2) when you print each label, even with the feed options minimized, there is about an ince of lost tape with each label. I can be less in the chain setting, so there is a workaround. I thijnk that they've found a way to minimize it in this unit,but they could do better. Overall, it is still better handled than my earlier unit.
3) Brother really should improve the resolution of both the print and the screen. That would not be hard, and an otherwise excellent product could be even better.
4) the number of symbols inherent in the unit is far less than my earlier model. Yes, you can import images from your pc, but most folks are like me we will generally just use whats in the unit. Please add more images Brother! My last unit had a movie icon, great for labeling DVD's at a rental and now i can no longer match my older labels since they dropped that and a number of fairly obvious user friendly labels.
5) Great to have 4 fonts in the unit six would've been better esp on a $120 unit like this.
6) Brother should have done a better design job with the charging base. It certainly should be more compact taller if needed, but the flared edges just take up too much space my desk/office space is precious and they could still make a good looking base (which could charge from either PC/USB or AC) which has a smaller footprint.
7) Small issue the blue font special characters above the keyboard are hard to see and too small so for example, its hard to find the comma "," in low light situations. Those characters should be darker/more prominent.
Otherwise, i'm very happy with this unit. Hope to have it for years to come.
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This is my first labeler.I kept seeing them in places like Home Depot and Staples, but I know retailers want to sell me what's most profitable for them rather than what I need.
So I went to the Brother website where they have an interview process telling you what to buy based on your anticipated usage. The PT-18R came up on top.
I was excited about this because I'm all for recharging rather than using and replacing batteries. I liked the option to plug in to an socket for straight electricity too. The length of the power cord is long enough so I don't feel restricted. I use a Mac, so the interface with a PC was meaningless to me and I won't ever use it.
When I first opened the box and followed the setup instructions, I noticed the battery is not Lithium-ion(Lion) but Nickel Metal Hydride(NiMH). Lion is state of the art and is unhampered by battery memory problems, so you can run it down and recharge at will. NiMH is last generation battery technology and while robust in terms of holding a charge, a NiMH battery will wear out sooner and may or may not have memory problems. Lion is more expensive than NiMH.
The book says to be prepared to replace the NiMH battery when it won't hold a charge anymore, or about a year. It also says the battery will lose it's charge if the labeler doesn't live in the recharger. So I'm prepared to buy a new battery from time to time, but nowhere on the Brother website is a referral to a retail outlet where a replacement battery may be purchased. And when I Googled PT-18R Battery, nothing came up . My hope is the battery is generic and someplace like Radio Shack will help me later on, but I'll cross that bridge when I come to it. Wish me luck.
The interface works, but is clunky. Remember when the OS on a PC was MS-DOS? That's what this is like. After I got the hang of the file hierarchy with the operating manual at close hand, things became intuitive and I was able to edit and print labels in a smooth work flow.
I'm impressed with the variety of formats this labeler will render and I admit I'll never use them all. The PT-18R will do everything you want at home, and most everything around a business on up to barcodes, etc. I read in a previous review here someone was critical of the amount of tape used per label. This is easily adjusted in the setup menu before a specific labeling task. The operating manuel is complete, easy to understand, and covers everything about getting the most out of the machine. Use it.
The print quality is superb. The adhesive available on the tapes you can buy come in regular and extra strength, or two times the regular. I find if you're going to label anything other than file folders or paper based surfaces indoors, get the extra strength. Be prepared to get a head cleaning tape, especially if you use the extra strength tape a lot. The selection of tapes is the greatest in the 1/2 in. variety, so I recommend you start there and branch out into the other widths as the need arises.
TIP: It comes with a sample cartridge. Use it to experiment with what you're going to label before you go to the real tape you're going to use for the final application...cuts down on waste.
Also, DO NOT BUY TAPES IN A RETAIL STORE. Buy them either here at Amazon or online at any of the several P-Touch label vendors for half of what you'd pay at, say, Staples. Tapes are expensive and that's how Brother makes their money, not on the cost of the labeler itself.
At what I paid here at Amazon with free shipping, I got the street price going rate. So far I'd say PT-18R is worth the extra money over the cheaper models because it does exactly what I want it to do in the manner in which I want to do it. This represents value to me, but might not to you. Your call.
The PT-18R is an interesting mix of serious capability, especially to those of you who want to interface with a PC, and dated technology. There's no doubt it will be discontinued within two years (go to the Brother website and look at the long list of discontinued models) and replaced by units using Lion power. But I don't care. By then I will have labeled everything in sight. Get one.
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