Compaq Presario FS740 17" Flat CRT Multimedia Monitor Review

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(More customer reviews)Purchased this monitor as part of a bundle with an Emachines system @ Circuit City. The monitor has a great picture and comes with JBL Platinum Speakers and built in microphone. While I'm not a fan of built in mic's this one works OK. The speakers are powered and need to be manually turned on and off via the volume control. They can be hung on the side of the monitor or they also can be put on the desktop with supplied stands. They sound pretty good but sound distorted at higher levels. They are a huge step up from the supplied e-machines speakers that came with the CPU though. Controls are easy to use and all cables and such are provided. ...

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With its built-in speakers and absolutely flat 17-inch viewing screen, the Compaq Presario flat-screen multimedia monitor is ready and waiting for your games and graphic-heavy applications. Due to its 1,280 x 1,024 resolution and 85 Hz refresh rate, you can be sure that your images will retain clarity and crispness with clear color separation. Installation is nothing more than connecting the 15-pin minicord, and the onscreen controls allow you to customize color, screen size, and a handful of image settings to achieve your perfect picture. The speakers are far more versatile than standard-issue built-ins, as they can be easily detached for a variety of layouts. Users with a digital audio player can connect it directly to the speakers and groove to the beats while saving power--you won't need to turn on the PC with this direct connection.
The Compaq monitor comes with a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

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SOYO SYTPT3227AB 32-Inch LCD HDTV Review

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(More customer reviews)I got the first set in February of 2008 but had to return it since it had 1 bad pixel which was a bright green dot near the top center of the screen. I had no problem returning it to the vendor which was great "wegotbetterdeals" and I highly recommend them. The reason I am not upset was because the Amazon details of this product were incorrect. Both the sets I received must of been updated models even tho they were SYTPT3227AB 32inch models. This model has (3) HDMI ports, not one and a 8ms response time, not 12ms as stated in the description. Needless to say this more then made up for the first set I received with the bad pixel. Set has been working great as of 4/24/2008 and has a quick startup time. Only issue I had was with my Cablevision remote won't operate the TV as well as many other universal remotes I tried. Solution is to buy a "Learning Remote". I am using a SONY RM-VL600 and it was under 30 bucks. Also has the option to turn the TV and cable box on and off with one button if you program it. Hope this helps everyone.

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SOYO SYTPT3227AB 32 Inch HD LCD TV. SOYOs flat panel, HDTV 32 in LCD TV delivers stunning picture quality to home entertainment and adds an elegant touch to any decor. The entire family can enjoy a wide range of multimedia entertainment options, including broadcast, cable and satellite television programming, as well DVD and VHS movies, video and online gaming, and surfing the internet. Built in surround sound speakers complete your home entertainment experience. Incorporating advanced imaging technology features such as 3:2 pull down, progressive scan and digital 3D comb filter that bring you larger, clearer pictures, the 32 in LCD TV features two powerful, built in 10 watt speakers that deliver stereo surround sound to complete your home entertainment experience. This multifunctional television can also be used as a large screen computer display for surfing the internet, working on office or school projects, any playing online or video games. Featuring a stylish, light weight slim design, 32 in LCD TV can be wall mounted to add floor space and update any room in the house, and the wide screen viewing angles let you to enjoy the picture from almost anywhere in the room.

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Fellowes 48129 Standard 16/17 IN Glare Filter Traditional Tint Review

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(More customer reviews)I really like this product (beige 17"-19" anti-glare/anti-radiation filter, Fellowes part-number #856274) especially at the discount prices, and I now own 2 of them (exact same model), for dual monitors. I like the anti-radiation feature (although you have to remember to attach the ground-wire to an actual ground for it to work; also see "NOTE" about CRT's below). The first one of these Fellowes filters I bought on sale at a local Staples before they discontinued them in spring 2006, the second one I bought here at Amazon (Dealz4Real).
The filter's glass is not too dark (unlike a different brand that I'd owned previously), and it doesn't interfere with image quality or colors at all, but it cuts any glare and prevents eyestrain even when using the computer for hours on end each day.
I also like that this particular model of Fellowes anti-glare filter is available with a beige frame, instead of the all-pervasive black frames that are everywhere nowadays.
I'm very happy with this product.
NOTE: The anti-radiation-filter thing is useful for CRT monitors, while the anti-glare could be useful for both CRT and LCD monitors (I don't think LCD monitors have any radiation concerns in the first place, other than the flourescent backlight which some people might be sensitive to). But you might be asking, "Why would anyone want to use a CRT monitor these days, thus needing a radiation filter? Aren't CRT's obsolete?" Well, no they're not quite obsolete yet, because - at the present time (summer 2006) dollar-for-dollar you get better image quality compared to LCD's, although that will probably change eventually as LCD technology improves, but now it's especially noticeable in the ultra-low-cost range ($200 and below) which applies to people on a tight budget. For instance, I just bought two nice new white NEC FE992 19" CRT monitors ($200 ea) which have a very good picture quality and I'm very pleased with - nice sharp image even on the edges/corners (unlike my old blurry decrepit Apple 15" multi-scan monitors which finally conked out, thankfully), the new NEC's shadow-mask is not even discernable (no graininess or annoyingly-visible "dots") at my current 1152x870 in millions of colors on an antique Mac, *front* of the screen is flat so there's no distortion, and the geometry and moire/color controls work quite effectively. I didn't really have to adjust much of anything; just took it out of the box and plugged it in, and the NEC factory settings were almost perfect. Some of the *other* CRT brands I looked at, though, didn't look anywhere near as good (some were downright awful), and none of the LCD's in that price-range could even begin to compare. Yeah the CRT's are big and bulky if you have to move them around or if you have limited desk space, but for people on a budget, CRT monitors can still be a good buy. If you have a CRT, you might want the anti-radiation thing like the Fellowes filter has (in my case, it keeps me from getting headaches).
Even people using LCD's might find the Fellowes filter anti-glare feature useful, although I'm not very well-acquainted with LCD size-measurements which I've heard are measured differently, somehow, than CRT's. I can personally attest that this Fellowes anti-glare filters fit perfectly on my new 19" CRT monitors - they nicely cover the screen but they don't hang out over the edges. I went ahead and snapped up the second one before they become unavailable, since it seems that most of the anti-radiation filters that are currently being manufactured are larger (19"-21") and much more expensive. I am very pleased with this Fellowes product.
A side-note, on both of these identical Fellowes anti-glare screens that I've purchased (one from Staples, one from Amazon, as mentioned above), both of them were factory-packaged in such a way that the interior shrink-wrap was a little torn, inside the factory-sealed box (probably occuring during the transit from where they're manufactured in Asia to the U.S.) because of the placement of the little plastic hanger-gizmos inside the box - both of mine were - but, the good news is that in both instances, I examined the glass literally with a magnifying glass to make sure that the glass itself hadn't been scratched or marked in any way, but it was fine - not a mark on it anywhere, so I didn't have to worry about that, after all.
One other note - do NOT use any type of chemicals on the screen, to wash it. I haven't tested this exact model of filter with Windex or screen cleaners because I don't want to risk damaging it, but a previous (different) brand that I used to own, got sort of messed up from trying to use solvents to clean it, and I'm not interested in taking any chances with these new Fellowes filters, just in case. Just use water - it shouldn't need anything else than that, anyway.
To sum up, my experience with this product has been very positive.


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VTech i5867 5.8 GHz DSS Expandable Cordless Phone with Digital Answering System and Color LCD Handset Review

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(More customer reviews)I spent about 3 weeks scouring the internet for info on cordless phones and I settled on this VTech model, along with 2 additional handsets. The phone system has worked quite well since we got it and I think I made the right decision for us. I like the color LCD screen but I do agree with one of the other reviews stating that the digital time bar which floats on the handset screen when it is idle is practically invisible and can't be read unless you are right up to the phone. Once, we lost power in our home and the handsets could not find the base station. I removed the spare NiCad batteries from the base and then removed DC power and then put it all back together and it worked again. Amazing to me that the most recent models from the top phone makers do not surpass many of their older models; meaning, these phone models do not necessarily get better as the model numbers advance and get higher. This model i5867 was rated higher than many of VTech's newer models. Sound quality is good, not perfect, but then none of them are perfect. I'm very glad we got a 5.8 Ghz model because now I am looking to get an Apple Powerbook and Airport Extreme Base Station and I understand that these wireless devices can conflict with the 2.x Ghz phones. Only missing features for me are the ability to check the answering machine from the handset and a global address book for all handsets which is fed from the base unit. Good luck!

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The i5866 from VTech is a 5.8 GHz cordless phone system with a number of handy extras, including an all-digital answering system, and multi-user expandability to eight handsets (one color-model included). The i5866 utilizes the 5.8 GHz frequency and digital spread spectrum technology to provide clear, accurate reception with less interference than traditional 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz phones. The answering machine stores up to 15 minutes of messages split among three mailboxes, while full remote operation allows you to check messages even while you are away from home.
Caller ID/call waiting compatible, the i5866 has a 50-number caller ID memory as well as a separate 50-name-and-number phone directory to help you keep track of important contacts. You can select among eight ring tones and 12 musical ringers, while the supplied audio patch cord allows you to record custom ring tones.
The full-color handset LCD comes with six preset images that you can assign to phone directory entries or set as background wall-paper, while the included USB cable and image editor software allow you to download custom images. Handset-to-handset call transfer allows you to route incoming calls to any handset registered to the system, and three-way conferencing lets you communicate with multiple parties at once. An intercom feature provides a way to communicate between handset locations, and a global page/handset function lets you speak with all handsets at once.
Additional features include flash, redial (last 10 numbers), and hold. A speakerphone on the handset combines with headset compatibility to provide hands-free communication options. The NiMH battery provides up to eight hours of talk time or up to five days on standby, while a low-battery indicator lets you know when to return a handset to its charging cradle. A handset control allows you to adjust volume levels. The i5866 also comes backed by a one-year limited warranty.
What's in the Box Base unit, handset, base AC power adapter, telephone line cord, quick start guide, belt clip, user's manual, audio patch cord, USB cable, image editing software, battery cells, battery cover

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Sylvania LC320SS8 32-Inch WXGA LCD HDTV Review

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(More customer reviews)I was a little hesitant to buy a brand that isn't advertised heavily, but am completely happy with this terrific TV, especially at the price. Great picture quality, very good sound without add'l speakers, easy on-screen controls, the best designed remote control I have ever seen, lots of expansion features for HDTV and computer connections. The only down side is DirecTV doesn't have a remote code that works with it, so I use 2 remotes. Love the energy saving feature. Very happy with my purchase.

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SYLVANIA LC320SS8 32 inch WXGA LCD TV. 32 inch LCD television which features portability, long life, low power consumption, crystal clear image quality, and HDTV compatibility, all of which ensure that you can enjoy this elegantly designed unit for many years to come. The main benefits of an LCD screen include the crystal clarity of images and their extremely compact form factor. The space saving design of the enables you to view television in any room of your home. And like all LCDs, this unit is immune to the distortion and negative color balances one may encounter when using a conventional CRT television near flourescent lighting or speaker systems.

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3Com Audrey Web Appliance Review

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(More customer reviews)We have had our Audrey for about two weeks now. Our overall impression is a good one. The unit is sturdy and goes well with the decor in our kitchen where it is kept. The name is a bit odd, but you forget about it after a while. We believe that while it is not perfect, it is a good start for this type of product.
Installation is very easy and fast. Audrey was connected and running in a matter of minutes. User's guide is large and easy to follow. It is very non-technical. User's who have any technical questions beyond how to plug it in and set up a custome ISP will have to look elsewhere.
Browsing- We did not purchase the Audrey for the purpose of browsing the internet. We thought this was a job better left to the computer in the upstairs office. Our reason for Audrey was to have quick access to email, a common shceduler, and a common address book. As it turns out we use it to surf a lot more than we ever thought. It really pales in comparison to using a PC for browsing, but the ease and speed of getting on the net, and the location in a central family place has caused a lot more use in this fashion than we ever expected.
Email- This is where Audrey really pays off. Email that is simple,quick, and accessible. We have begun to really use email a lot more because of this. Audrey lets you know if you have email waiting by flashing. It has become second nature to look for the flashing light on Audrey just as we would our telephone answering machine. Email program is very simple and stripped down compared to outlook, but it serves its purpose and gets the job done efficiently.
Address and Datebook- Once again, simple and effective. Pick an email address from the address book, tap it, and up pops the email program addressed and ready to go. We find it very useful to have all this information located in one central area for the whole family to use. Audrey will sync to two different palms, but we haven't had a chance to try this feature yet.
Nothing is perfect. We have had a few problems with our unit. Twice it has locked up after an automatic download and left the modem connected until we arrived home in the evening. We only have one phone line in our home, so this could present quite a problem if someone is trying to call and leave a message. There are also channels that are updated online and then you are able to view these without connecting back to the internet. It is only fully successful here about half of the time. We are able to get the weather channel on all occasions, but things like ABC News, ESPN, and CBS Marketwatch are very unreliable.
Overall we are very pleased with our purchase. It serves our needs well when we want it to, and fits nicely in the background of the kithen when not in use. We purchased Audrey over the other choices of web appliance because it was smaller and you are able to choose your own access/email provider. No regrets at all. The only caveat that we would add is that we didn't buy this appliance as our only source to surf the net. If that had been the case our choice may have been different.

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Keeping yourself organized is hard enough. Add your loved ones to the mix and life gets complicated in a hurry. Meet Audrey. The first in the Ergo product line of simple Internet Appliances. Audrey can help organize your complex life. Audrey tracks, consolidates and synchronizes the details of your family's life. Plus, e-mail and access to your favorite websites, at the touch of a button.Audrey can be the family's nerve-center in no time, handling schedules, phone books, and notes. Up to two Palm compatible devices in your home can sync to Audrey to help centralize your family calendar. It features instant access to up to 12 preset websites and e-mail. A clear stylus lights up in its holder when messages are waiting. Plus it has color touch screen and wireless keyboard.

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LIteOn LVC-9016G - DVD recorder/ VCR combo - refurbished Review

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(More customer reviews)Had high expectations on this Lite-On LVC-9016 DVD Recorder/VCR Combo. I've used plenty of Lite-On DVD/RW drives for various computers with absolutely no problems whatsoever, so I was expecting to have a good experience with the VHS->DVD recorder feature. Coupled with the fact that it had a built-in firewire socket in it for ease of transferring digital video from a camcorder to the unit for editing / recording, I was sold. Lots of good features came with the unit (one-touch DVD->VHS or VHS->DVD recording, easy setup-menu, ability to record to DVD+/-R and DVD+/-RW), though the remote isn't the most user-friendly remote that I've used (text is hard to read).
Before I could even try the recording features on this unit, I already had one severe functional problem: the unit would freeze unexpectantly while on tuner mode. The unit would be on a TV channel, and a few minutes later, the screen would turn blank, audio would be cut off, and the unit would become unresponsive to any user input from the remote or the buttons on the unit itself. The only way to get the system to power down would be to press the "Power" button on the remote. (The "power" button on the unit does nothing to remedy this situation, which I found to be really odd). I tried to look on their website for any information regarding this problem, but none is available. I did try updating the firmware on this unit with what was on their website. Though updating the firmware was a breeze, the problem still remained, so I think it might be other software-related issues with the unit. I'm not sure whether this is an isolated incident, but after reading some of the reviews for the previous model (LVC-9006), I will most likely be returning this defective unit for a full refund and be looking at purchasing a combo unit from another manufacturer.

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The LVC-9016 uses Lite-On's exclusive AllWrite technology for writing to the most popular digital media formats--even CDs. It's integrated 4-head hi-fi stereo VCR features make it ideal for generating digital archives of your large VHS and home-video libraries. With the LVC-9016, sharing and archiving your precious moments onto a digital format is not only simply, it's also fun.The combo recorder is capable of writing to DVD+/-R/RW and CD-R/RW. It plays CDs loaded up with MP3 music files and discs brimming with your favorite JPEG digital photos--once you've burned your images to a recordable CD, custom slide shows in the comfort of your living room are just a few remote clicks away.At the press of a button you can backup VHS to recordable DVD or DVD to VHS (as long as DVD copying is not prohibited by anti-piracy technology). The unit's convenient front-panel DV Link (IEEE 1394) connection preserves your DV camcorder footage in its original digital quality. You can store from 1 to 6 hours of audio/video content on a single 4.7 GB recordable DVD, depending on the equality you select.The LVC-9016 is also a terrific DVD player. Whether your living room is currently home to an HDTV or you're merely thinking of "someday," the LVC-9016 is equipped to deliver the full potential of your DVDs via its progressive-scan component-video outputs. Progressive scanning, referred to as 480p for the number of horizontal lines that compose the video image, creates a picture using twice the scan lines of a conventional DVD picture, giving you higher resolution and sharper images while eliminating nearly all motion artifacts.The deck provides S-video inputs and, for the DVD player, S-video outputs, as well as standard composite-video ins and outs. Choose from optical or coaxial digital-audio outputs to channel digital surround signals (Dolby or DTS) to a compatible multichannel AV receiver and speaker system for dynamic, enveloping surround sound from your commercial DVDs

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Cisco-Linksys PS2KVM4 ProConnect 4-Port Compact KVM Switch (PS/2) Review

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(More customer reviews)This switch is a terrific value.
I bought this switch for use at home to connect three computers in my home-office. I am very happy with my choice.
The switch supports video resolutions up to 1920x1440. In the past, I found other low-cost KVM switches show noticeable image deterioration above 1024x768.
There is a easy-to-use button on the device to switch among your machines. LED's on top tell you which machine you have selected. You can also switch between machines using the keyboard. There are three KVM switching modes via keyboard:
Switch directly:
... Go to machine N: Alt, Ctrl, Shift, {1 2 3 or 4}, Enter
Auto-Scan (3 second interval):
... Begin Auto-scan: Alt, Ctrl, Shift, 0, Enter.
... Stop auto-scan: Spacebar
Up/down mode (Make it easy to quickly switch between machines):
... Begin Up/down mode: Alt, Ctrl, Shift, 0, Enter
... Go to previous machine: Left-Shift
... Go to next machine: Right-Shift
... Stop up/down mode: Spacebar
Unlike some KVM switches, you hit Alt, Ctrl, and Shift in order, one-at-a-time. You don't "chord" the keys together. (This actually is a benefit in my case -- I use the Emacs editor in Linux, and my previous "cheapie" KVM switch had a Ctrl-Alt-key combination command that conflicted with the editor.)
The ProConnect doesn't have an On-Screen-Display that tells you the name of the selected computer. I use OSD-enabled switches for work in the datacenter; but, given this unit's price, not having OSD is an acceptable limitation for the home-office.

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Linksyss ProConnect KVM Switches allow you to instantly toggle between four PS/2-equipped desktop or notebook PCs while using a single monitor, PS/2 keyboard, and PS/2 mouse. Switch between four PCs with the press of a button. Plug your note-book PC into the KVM Switch and control it from your desktop PCs monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Built to last and ready to run directly out of the box, Linksyss ProConnect Compact KVM Switches eliminate cable swapping while saving you desktop space and hundreds of dollars of hardware costs. Because they dont use software, the ProConnect Compact KVM Switches are compatible with all major desktop and note-book computers. They are the perfect choice for the home, the office, or anywhere else you manage multiple PCs.

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Garmin nüvi 250 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Silver) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have used Garmin products before and like the reliability and performance. This unit works very well and in addition a great value price wise. The touch screen works perfectly - no more hassling with non-user friendly buttons. Very easy to navigate the GUI and always seems to find a signal quickly. Routes seem to work well for me (have had it for 2 weeks so not fully tested on routing). Voice prompts are functional and options exist for different languages - I like using the English accent voice. Another great benefit is the size - no external antenna and a small thin unit with a big screen (big enough for me)very well packaged. You could carry it around for hikes or biking as it has that mode and can easily fit into a pocket. All in all I'm very satisfied and use it every day for business because it saves me time and money.

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Simple navigation at an affordable price--that's nuvi 250. This entry-level Personal Travel Assistant comes with preloaded maps for North America, including all of the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. For added flexibility, choose nuvi 270 with preloaded maps for both continents or save more with nuvi 200 which offers less map coverage at a lower price. Like all nuvi 200-series members, the 250 features an easy-to-use colorful touchscreen and ultra-slim design--perfect for everyday navigation.
Smart, Powerful Design The nuvi 250 is built with a high-sensitivity WAAS-enabled GPS receiver for extreme accuracy, as well as an SD card slot for storing your media and additional navigation tools, and a USB interface for loading data. All this is wrapped up in a package that measures 3.8 x 2.8 x .8 inches (W x H x D) and weighs just 5.2 ounces. The nuvi 250's 3.5-inch (diagonal) display is touchscreen-enabled, making it a cinch to control the device with your fingertips. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to five hours of battery life depending on use.
Navigate with Ease nuvi 250 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, including a hefty points of interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nuvi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, nuvi 250 accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs.
Go Beyond Navigation Navigation is just the beginning. nuvi 250 features many travel tools including JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. It also comes with Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature, and configurable vehicle icons that let you select car-shaped graphics to show your location on the map. Optional plug-in SD cards for our line of Garmin Travel Guides and Garmin SaversGuide provide detailed data for attractions and information on nearby merchants offering discounts, so you can customize nuvi for your travel needs.
Note: Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the nuvi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me.
What's in the Box nuvi 250, preloaded City Navigator NT for North America (full coverage), vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cable, dashboard disk, and set up and go guide.

Which nuvi is Best for You? Note: All nuvis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations.
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Philips 107S Standard Series 17" CRT Monitor Review

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(More customer reviews)I've gotten plenty of performance and value out of this monitor. It is packed with features that enhance my productivity! One of the best features of this monitor is its relatively small footprint. With crisp imaging and well thought out design and engineering, this monitor will keep you happy!

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The Philips 107S 17-inch color monitor packs lightning-fast refresh rates, a full array of resolution modes, the latest in software and hardware compatibility, and a roster of auxiliary functions long enough to satisfy the most demanding visual control freak.The 107S's host of cutting-edge advantages comes neatly packaged inside Philips's distinguished XSD design: a spatially economic, ultraslim casing styled to accommodate a large screen area with a small footprint (base area).
The innovative XSD design has earned the Philips 107S universal bragging rights as the world's shortest 17-inch conventional monitor--its maximum depth stops short at 16.1 inches. Windows 95/98/NT/2000 plug-and-play compatibility and Display Data Channel DDC 1/2B connectivity ensure quick, easy, and versatile installation.The full range of resolution modes (640 x 350 to 1,280 x 1,024) adapt for optimal video display regardless of memory constraints.
Philips's LightFrame boosts brightness and sharpness on selected windows, focusing valuable memory on enhancing only those portions of the display that need it. The brightness/contrast direct-access controls are augmented by onscreen controls that include language selection, zoom, degauss, image adjust (vertical, horizontal, pincushion, etc.), moiré, resolution, frequency, and more.The 107S's Autoscan technology generates liquid-smooth, flicker-free imagery at refresh rates of up to 71 kHz at maximum resolution. --Silas Brazil

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NEWFS1700-Silver(with 2GB) Digital Film 35mm Negative & Slides Scanner with Build-in LCD (SVP 2GB Memory Card Included) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this product to transper my parents slides to digital so we can look at them easier. How many people have a broken slide projector at home? Slides were the "in" thing back in the 60's and 70's so everyone has a bunch in the basement. The cheapest price to send the slides out that I found was .19 cents each so that was not an option when you have about 2000 plus. This is so easy to use that I could not believe it. It came with software and you can hook the scanner directly up to the computer but you can just use a SD card and then pop it in the computer when your done. The scanner has adjustments but I left it on the default settings and it worked great. The view screen is pretty small but it lets you see what your doing. It takes longer to put the slides in the holder than to scan it (about 5 seconds to scan each slide). I did about 420 slides in about 2 hours one day so it goes pretty quick. The quality of the scan is only as good as the slide itself but it still is better than having the slides in a box in the basement and nobody looks at them. If you want the quickest and cheapest way to get slides to digital this is your machine. The scanner also works well on film negatives. You just have to change the setting on the scanner and your in business.


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Have you ever thought about how to keep the perfect quality of your old photographs forever? Scanning all the prints too time-consuming and processing the films in a lab too expensive? Then here comes a unique film scanner right for you: SVP FS1700 SVP FS1700 is a innovative standalone film scanner that instantly converts 35mm film negatives and slides into digital images without the need for a computer or application software. Now you can preserve all their photo memories by turning the millions of photographs now stored on slides and negatives into digital images to preserve them forever. We have created a very simple-to-use device that works right out of the box and produces a five-megapixel digital image in five seconds at a push of a button. The device features a 5mpix scanning chip (i.e. 2592x1680 pixels, 3600 dpi) producing the images large enough to be printed on a A4 page! Unlike similar devices currently on the market, the SVP FS1700 does not require a computer or learning a new software program, and it takes very little space to operate, store or transport.The SVP FS1700 is uniquely designed with a built-in 2.4-inch color LCD screen for viewing and editing, and a memory card reader that saves the converted images directly onto SD memory cards. Within seconds, users can view their scanned photos through a digital picture frame or upload to a computer. It's designed to be used right out of the box by simply plugging it into an AC outlet

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Rolodex 82436 Wood Tones Monitor Stand, 15W X 13D, Mahogany Review

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(More customer reviews)I needed something to put my computer monitor on at work. This was just what I needed and it looks good! As a matter of fact I am going to order another one for home! By the way the price was great also!

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Raises monitor to eye level. Large drawer keeps supplies within reach. Nonskid pads protect furniture.

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2 - 25ft Advanced 1.3a HDMI Cable 24AWG, Supports well over 1080p exclusively designed for Close Hassle free Cable Connections to your Favorite Components including PS3, Denon, Harmon Kardon, Onkyo, or Sony Receivers, XBOX 360, LCD, and Plasma TV Monitors, Media Server/Computer, Blue-Ray or DVD Player Review

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(More customer reviews)It was quite convenient that I was able to purchase this necessary item, yet the package contained two cords and only one worked.

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Olympus DM-1 Voice and MP3 Recorder with WOW Technology Review

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(More customer reviews)As a voice recorder:
The DM-1 and the Olympus software provide very basic functions. Get a more serious dictation machine if you need a lot of functionality. You can add index marks while recording or playing back, which is pretty handy for longer recordings. The voice activation mode with variable sensitivity works very well. You can set one alarm to play back a recording, but you can only set a time, not a date (like an alarm clock). The DM-1 would be a lot more useful to me if I could set multiple alarms and set both a time and a date. That way it could replace my Palm for creating reminders (the DM-1 is a lot easier to carry around). In high sensitivity mode, the mic picks up distant voices very well and playback quality is good with headphones. The sound quality is very acceptable, but I recently tried out a $100 Sony ICD-B10 recorder and the Sony had signficantly better recorded playback; very smooth sound without the slight roughness of the DM-1. The Sony also had (and the DM-1 lacks) a timer so you can set a date and time to start recording. When I plugged stereo headphones into the Sony I only heard sound out of one speaker. I find it easier to listen when I can hear the playback in both ears, so I like the DM-1 better in that respect.
As an MP3 player:
The included ear buds had mediocre sound (weak bass) so I got some lightweight $5 Maxell headphones and now the sound is excellent. The WOW system gives you wider stereo separation. Just choose the low 3D setting, the higher settings sound too shrill. There is also a variable bass boost setting. The Rock equalizer preset works fine for me, the user preset is difficult to set because you can't adjust it during playback. The USB connection is slow. I got a 128 MB Smartmedia card ($40) so I can load more music. With 128 MB I can load 2 hours of music and still have 1.5 hours of voice recording space left.
Other:
There are four tiny switches that may be hard to use if you have large fingers, and they seem fragile. The volume wheel is tiny but works OK for me. There is a plastic cover for the USB port but it is too easy to lose. A sliding door or attached cover would have worked better. If you listen to MP3 music a lot, you need rechargeable batteries. The two-tone blue case with orange backlight is very cool.

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Designed with the business user in mind, the Olympus DM-1 is a digital voice recorder with great features for your work and an MP3 player with great features for your leisure! Easy to use and even easier to carry, the DM-1 lets you download or listen to over one hour of MP3 or WMA (Windows Media Audio) music files. When business calls, you can record up to 22 hours of dictation using the memory card and quickly download your speech files to a PC using a USB cable. During recording, you have the option to record either in SP mode for text-to-speech applications or LP mode for when you require longer amounts of time, and a convenient LCD display keeps you informed of important information such as recording time remaining, the date and time, and the battery status.

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Zenith Z37LZ5D 37-Inch LCD HDTV Review

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(More customer reviews)I have been through 5 tvs in the pass month (Insignia,Emprex,Sharp and Vizio) and this tv is on par with the Sharp brand. Great picture quality, great styling and for the fraction of the price of the Sharp. All I can say is I am happy now.

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Enjoy the crystal clear imagery of high-definition television with the 37-inch Zenith Z37LZ5D LCD TV, which features built-in analog/digital/digital cable tuners (NTSC/ATSC/QAM) that will receive free over-the-air HDTV signals (ATSC) and HDTV signals from a cable connection (QAM). More than just a high-quality TV, the set's PC inputs also make it equally suitable for home offices. It also incorporates IPS (In Plane Switching) to prevent distortion to brightness, contrast, and color when viewing the TV at a wide angle. It comes with a table-top stand (optional VESA-compatible wall-mounting kit available).
This LCD TV provides a 1366 x 768-pixel native resolution for a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio for optimal letterbox movie watching and compatibility with 1080p/720p/480p/480i HD formats. It also offers an extra-wide 178-degree viewing angle, super-fast 8ms (millisecond) response time that's great for watching sports, 600 cd/m2 (candela per square meter) brightness rating, and 1200:1 contrast ratio. (The higher the contrast ratio, the greater a TV's ability to display subtle color details and not get washed out by ambient room light.)
The Z37LZ5D performs 3:2 pulldown detection and reversal, too--a handy feature for watching progressive-scan movie programs in their native 24-frame format. To adapt 24 frames-per-second movies to 30 fps video, frames in the original movie must be duplicated; 3:2 pulldown digitally corrects this duplication by removing the redundant information to display a frame-accurate picture. A 3D comb filter further enhances resolution by removing blurred edges between colors and reducing dot crawl (tiny, moving dots of color along a sharp color separation in a vertical line, as in a depiction of a character's striped T-shirt). Other convenience features include three modes of color temperature adjustment, seven modes of aspect ratio adjustment, custom channel labels, on/off and sleep timers, V-Chip parental controls, and tri-lingual menus (English, French, Spanish).
The 30-watt stereo audio system (two 15-watt speakers) delivers ample sound for sports and movies, and it can also provide SRS TruSurround XT virtual surround sound. It offers the following video and audio connections:
Composite AV (RCA) In: 1 (1 rear, 1 side)
Composite AV (RCA) Out: 1
S-Video In: 2 (1 rear, 1 side)
Component Video In (Y PB PR): 2
HDMI In: 1
RF In: 2
VGA PC input: 1
Optical Audio Out: 1
PC sound (1/8"): 1

Tech Talk HDMI -- HDMI makes an uncompressed digital RGB connection from the source to the screen. By eliminating conversion to an analog signal, it delivers an unblemished image. The non-degraded signal reduces flicker and leads to a clearer picture. HDMI intelligently communicates the highest output resolution with the source device. The HDMI input is fully backward compatible with DVI sources but includes digital audio. HDMI uses HDCP copy protection.
What's in the Box LCD TV, remote control (with batteries), table stand, printed operating instructions

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ROYAL Expert Pocket-Size Personal Organizer Review

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(More customer reviews)This little Guy is really Cute. (The photo doesn't do it any Justice.) However the keys are too small to use anything besides the stylus that came with it. It is great for storing numbers in but you can't use letters below the first line of the display and this makes it difficult to store E-mail and Snail Mail addresses. If you only E-mail and write people and don't call them you would be better off paying a little more for a better organizer. If you just can't seem to keep up with paper then this Little fellow might just be what you need.

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Garmin nüvi 270 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator Review

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(More customer reviews)The Garmin GPS was a godsend on our trip to Europe. If you have ever driven into cities or small towns in Europe you will know how difficult it is to navigate, while trying to read foreign street signs, dodging motor scooters and bicylists, finding the right exit out of a around-about all the while being pushed along by the very aggressive drivers behind you. But with the GPS most of that stress goes away as you know when and where to turn and you drive through towns like a native. I was very impressed that even going through the miles long tunnels of the alps the GPS must be programmed to keep the unit tracking without a satellite signal because several minutes later coming out of the tunnel it still provides instructions. I purchased the pricier model 270 because of the factory installed European maps. If you purchased a GPS with only North America maps and had to load the European maps the cost of those maps would be another $250. It's less money to get the 270 or 370 with maps already loaded. The windshield mounting is excellent and worked well in the rental car. The Nuvi series GPS is convenient enough in size to be carried in the pocket for walking around the cities. But it does not work as well for pedestrian purposes because it cannot keep bearings well as you tend to rotate the device and it looses it sense of direction. I read all the reviews on GPS's and chose the Garmin because of it's higher ratings for search engine, ease of use and maps. You will immediately become an expert user even without reading instructions with this device. It is literally that easy to use.

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Navigate both North America and Europe without loading more maps with the affordable nuvi 270. This entry-level Personal Travel Assistant makes traveling so simple. For even more mapping options, nuvi 250 and nuvi 200 offer less map coverage at a lower price. Like all nuvi 200-series members, the 270 features an easy-to-use colorful touchscreen and ultra-slim design--perfect for everyday navigation.
Smart, Powerful Design The nuvi 270 is built with a high-sensitivity WAAS-enabled GPS receiver for extreme accuracy, as well as an SD card slot for storing your media and additional navigation tools, and a USB interface for loading data. All this is wrapped up in a package that measures 3.8 x 2.8 x .8 inches (W x H x D) and weighs just 5.2 ounces. The nuvi 270's 3.5-inch (diagonal) display is touchscreen-enabled, making it a cinch to control the device with your fingertips. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to five hours of battery life depending on use.
Navigate with Ease nuvi 270 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, including a hefty points of interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nuvi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, nuvi 270 accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs.
Go Beyond Navigation Navigation is just the beginning. nuvi 270 features many travel tools including JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. It also comes with Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature, and configurable vehicle icons that let you select car-shaped graphics to show your location on the map. Optional plug-in SD cards for our line of Garmin Travel Guides and Garmin SaversGuide provide detailed data for attractions and information on nearby merchants offering discounts, so you can customize nuvi for your travel needs.
Note: Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the nuvi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me.
What's in the Box nuvi 270, preloaded City Navigator NT for North America and Europe (full coverage), vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cable, dashboard disk, and set up and go guide.

Which nuvi is Best for You?Note: All nuvis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations.
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