Those who know me, or read one of the many sites that I write for, know that I LOOOOVE my Google Calendar. It keeps me where I need to be, when I need to be there. I will usually argue with someone who tries to convince me to use something else. However, I recently agreed… Continue Reading
The Windows Experience Index Explained
As a total computer geek I like to use computers that are powerful. There are many different factors that go into making your computer efficient - the processor speed, the amount of RAM (memory), and the hard drive speed to name a few. I do a lot of multitasking so I ...
Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710 Review + Giveaway from UNEEDIT.com
The wireless keyboard and mouse that I had been using with my desktop computer was several years old. It still works, but not as well as it should. It had come to the point that I needed to reposition the large desktop receiver to be very close to the keyboard ...
HP DV6-6c35dx Entertainment PC with Beats by Dr. Dre Laptop Review
When I read the specs of this laptop my first thought was "Wow... now THAT is a powerhouse machine!" And it lives up to my expectations...mostly. The HP dv6 with Beats by Dr. Dre is certainly made to impress. This laptop is very stylish with a 15.6" screen, speaker *bar* ...
Samsung Rugby Smart Smartphone Giveaway from AT&T!
You just read my review of the Samsung Rugby Smart (and maybe watched the video). :) Did you think to yourself "Wow, that is a phone that I need!"? Is your phone outdated? Has it been damaged? Do some functions not work? Is anything taped together? Or do you just ...
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4Category Archives: Reviews
Chic, Blingy Gadgets for Tech Chicks from Chicbuds
I am STILL catching up and posting about wonderful things that I learned about at CES 2 months later. There was just so much! I mentioned before that I had dinner with the awesome ladies of ChicaLogic. It was an awesome dinner full of techy women! 2 of those women were the ladies of ChicBlvd…. Continue Reading
Energizer Inductive Charger Review
Being able to easily charge your devices is always a big deal. Cords, USB cables, and chargers from everywhere. That is the usual look of the staging area for geeks with one than one portable device. However, if you don’t like having cords all over, there are some great alternatives. One of those is the… Continue Reading
Xbox 360: Are you Kinected Yet?
Right before Christmas I received an Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect. Wow is all that I can say. This is like the coolest invention ever. The accuracy with which is works is amazing. I have never owned an Xbox before, so getting one with the Kinect was fun to learn. Of course the Xbox… Continue Reading
High Tech Valentine’s Day Gift: Ceiva Digital Photo Frame
Everyone loves photos. And with the digital age it is easier than ever to take a lot (sometimes too many) photos. What do we do with them then? They go on Facebook, Flickr, Myspace. But do we take the time to get them to the people that really want to see them? Sure, you can email… Continue Reading
On Mom Blog Magazine: Sony Bloggie Touch Review
I wrote a full review of a Sony Bloggie Touch on Mom Blog Magazine. It’s a great little camera with a lot of features. Definitely worth taking a look. Most of us have Flips these days, but if you don’t yet have a pocket camcorder and are in the market, the Sony Bloggie Touch might… Continue Reading
Toy Story 3 Action Links Set = Coolest Thing Ever
A while ago I was chosen by BSM Media to throw a Toy Story 3 Action Links party to see what my kids thought of the toys. Well, the party never happened due to sickness, etc. and then before you know it, it was almost Christmas. I decided to save the toys and stash them… Continue Reading
Need a Last Minute Gift? Try SWAGG.com and the Swagg Mobile App
I do a LOT of online shopping. I prefer to shop this way rather than stand in long lines sometimes. I also sometimes love to give gift cards when I am not quite sure what to get. When I heard about SWAGG.com and the accompanying iPhone and Android apps I was eager to try it out. What… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Techtotes Attache AHS6 Review
I have mentioned before that I have a fetish for bags. This includes purses, computer bags, and camera bags. I have reviewed a few different bags recently. This one is from Techtotes.net. They have some really beautiful bags for laptops, netbooks, and cell phones. I reviewed the Techtotes Attache AHS6 in black priced at $125…. Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Samsung Galaxy Tab vs. iPad
Sigh… Why a sigh? Because it’s not mine and I have to send it back. But for the past 2 weeks or so I have been in love! Yes, I love my iPad. But there is just something real special about an Android device with a 7″ screen. See, I am probably strange because I… Continue Reading
12 Days of Giveaways: #2 Parrot Minikit Slim Bluetooth Handsfree Car Kit
The law has changed in several states and now we HAVE to wear an earpiece when talking on the phone while driving. Plus, it is safer. But, if you don’t like wearing a Bluetooth earpiece in your ear, or you want to hear your sweetie all around your car, then you need the Parrot MiniKit… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Samsung, Dell, & Toshiba Laptop Round Up
Over the past few months I have used several laptops. Here are my thoughts. These range in size and type from a 10.1″ netbook to a 17″ full sized desktop replacement. Samsung N220 10.1″ Netbook: If you are looking for the perfect gift for a college student, teenager, spouse, or other loved one that is constantly… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Atomic Floyd MiniDarts Review
Earbuds are another one of my addictions. Why? Because I get a pair, they are either not so great or I get a great pair that I love, and they break! In the past couple of years I have gone through 2 pair of V-Moda Vibe Duo’s. Why 2? Because they keep developing a short!!!… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Western Digital TV Live Hub Media Center Review
Years ago, I purchased a media player when they were still pretty new. Even back then I loved to be the first one to jump on the bandwagon. It was ok. It did not do much except stream media from my computer, and you had to jump through hoops using 3rd party software to stream… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Cisco Valet Review
I have had a high speed internet connection since 1998. This means I have had my share of routers. I don’t exaggerate when I say that it seems like routers start to “go bad” every 2-3 years. The most frustrating part with getting a new router is the setup. The typical user has no idea… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Edifier Sound To Go Portable Speaker Review
The Edifier Sound To Go is a great gift for the music lover that travels. Some small laptops are known for not having great sound. So what do you do when you are in your hotel room with a couple of hours to kill and you want to hear some GOOD music? Some might pull… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Toshiba Satellite T235 Review
As mentioned previously, when I visited AMD in Austin I was sent home with a couple of goodies to check out. One of the awesome gifts was a Toshiba Satellite T235. This is a beautiful little 13.3″ laptop built on AMD Power. The model we received is the T235-1345RD. This is one slick looking computer…. Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Seagate GoFlex Home 1TB Hard Drive Review
This review originally posted on Type-A Parent. You can never have enough storage. That is my motto. And I am the type that uses several computers, streams music and media in my home, and takes lot of photos. When I had the opportunity to review the Seagate GoFlex Home Network Storage System, I knew that it was… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Motorola S10-HD Bluetooth Headset Review
One of my biggest annoyances is being at my desk at work with my earbuds in my ear listening to music and then I have to turn in my chair to get something behind me and SNATCH!! They rip right out of my ears because of course the cord is still connected to the computer…. Continue Reading
Teaser Review: Battle of the Giants Dinosaurs Strike for Wii
As I mentioned a couple of weeks ago, we just got a Wii. Before that, it had been quite a while since I play any type of video game at home. I see now that I have missed it! Nothing like a little game play with the kids to help you distress. Along with the Wii, I received… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Coby Butterfly iPod Dock Review
Yes, it is that time. I have been reviewing a few products for inclusion in my 2010 Christmas Gift Guide. I will be doing individual posts on each items, and including a PDF version of the whole thing once all write-ups have been done. The first item on the list is the Coby Butterfly CS-MP165… Continue Reading
Are There Too Many Review Sites?
No, of course not. There are plenty of products such as gadgets to go around! I actually LOVE to read reviews and do my homework before buying anything. Once I decide that I am going to make a purchase, I might spend 3-4 days off and on (sometimes more) reading reviews before deciding to buy…. Continue Reading
SmarTouch Gloves Review & Giveaway
I live in Chicago. I have all my life. And it gets very cold in Chicago. Very, very, very cold! I was excited when given the opportunity to review SmarTouch Gloves. But when I got them, it was not yet cold enough to wear them. We have been having some strange up and down weather in Chicago… Continue Reading
Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Android Phone Review
I have written before about my new love for Android OS based phones. The OS is pretty solid. Google has done a great job with making an OS that is easy to use, easy to update, and flexible. But still hackable enough for the true geeks to take a stab at. There are some great… Continue Reading
Bag Fetish: Need a DSLR Camera Bag? Get a Mrs. Smith Diaper Bag!
Yes, really! Back in August at BlogHer in New York I got a tweet that I won a Mrs. Smith Diaper Bag from the Mom Select Swag Suite. My first thought was “A diaper bag? Oh poo. I don’t need that. But I will go check them out anyway.” When I went over to look… Continue Reading
Review: Do You Roku?
I received and tested a ROKU Digital Video Player back in April when doing my Gift Guide for Mother’s Day. As mentioned there, I love using it to stream Netflix to my television. When I first received it, browsing Netflix was not quite so easy. Also, there was no search function. Since then they have… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: WD Livewire Powerline AV Network Kit
I wish that I had discovered this kit long ago. Wow. My home is wired with Ethernet because I’m a nerd and I had it done when the home was built 4 years ago. But, when I planned that and laid everything out, I did not really picture where the furniture would be so a… Continue Reading
Sonos S5 Music System Review
A few months ago I attended a Sonos Wireless Music System demo at the local Abt Electronics Store in Glenview, IL. Seeing the system in action there was nice, but I inquired about testing a system in home. Boy am I glad that I did. This is one review item that I REALLY did not… Continue Reading
Get a Pink Microsoft Wireless Mouse 4000 and Donate for Breast Cancer Research
October is Breast Cancer awareness month. Every time I hear that I think about people that I have personally known that have lost the battle. It is very, very sad. A couple of them have left behind very young children, husbands, and other family members. I also know people that are battling right now. If… Continue Reading
Interview with Christine Frietchen of ConsumerSearch.com
I do a lot of product reviews. I love it. I love testing out new gadgets, and letting others know what I think about them. I also love making sure that I am actually doing a review worth reading. And as a consumer, I also read reviews on other sites before making a purchase. I… Continue Reading