tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66395113905886724232024-03-12T20:45:31.091-06:00How to Burn WaterFrom burning water to croissants from scratch, and everything in between.ChefKatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09272554196450237532noreply@blogger.comBlogger102125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6639511390588672423.post-36499846142115865222018-01-07T23:35:00.001-07:002018-01-07T23:36:03.450-07:00Vitchelo <a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOPa2fc60cf3aae97761a9407f631ace3df" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06ZZNBDF8">Fitness Tracker</a> with Heart Rate Monitor by Vitchelo was sent to me for testing and review.<br />
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I have tried really hard to find something good about this product, so I will start with the positives. The band has a new (at least to me) type of closure where the hole in the band slips over a peg and then the rest of the band is tucked under. I really like this because there is nothing flapping around and it gives a neat appearance.<br />
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It was simple to set up and connect to my phone. For the first 20 hours I would get notifications on it when someone sent a text or was calling me. It would have been nice if the notification would have scrolled so I could read the entire name.<br />
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There really are too many negatives to list so I'll hit the highlights. Check my blog for a more in depth take on the negatives www.howtoburnwater.blogspot.com<br />
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The blood pressure is not constant but must be turned on and off using the app. The instructions are not that easy to understand and need to be retranslated with a native English speaker. The app shows the steps but is not a positive reinforcement. The map function, which is kind of cool, has Eastern characters on it which make it difficult to read in English. It would be nice to be able to choose which language is shown. Lastly, the notifications I was receiving stopped coming and I have no idea how to fix it.<br />
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It is a simple band which should be good for anyone who is not tech savvy. However, in order to access many of the functions you must have a smart phone with the app. And the app has been shown as one that drains my battery. I would not suggest this.<br />
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Let's talk about a disappointing product called a real time GPS tracker from a company called Circq or Circo. It is difficult to determine which it is. You can find it <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MAUR2Q2">here</a>, but I don't suggest it.<br />
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First off it needs a SIM card to work. The company suggested I get a free one through FreedomPop, which was pretty easy. Just make sure that you are prepared to wait a few weeks for it to arrive and that you change your service within 30 days so you don't end up paying $30 or more per SIM card. Side note, the customer service from FreedomPop was fabulous! Secondly, it did not work once the SIM card was inserted. The instructions seem to be pretty good but I could never get the tracker to connect to anything. Lastly it is a bit of a bulky item and it needs to be charged. This is not something you can add to your keys or your bag and then ignore for years. I do not know how long the battery lasts, but I just don't see it as convenient.<br />
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Okay, now that that is over let's get on to the #ProductReview. I was sent the matte Finox stainless steel cuticle scissors at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion. And I honestly like them.<br />
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The scissors come with a nice cover to keep them safe and keep clumsy hands safe from them. The edges are all rounded which makes the grip and use of them quite comfortable. The brushed stainless steel is a nice touch and the finish does not show fingerprints. The blades are quite sharp and tight which makes getting a close snip very easy. Even with the tight blades the motion is smooth. You can see it on my YouTube post <a href="https://youtu.be/xd0jF3r2SIc">here</a>.<br />
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The remote is a bit hokey but it works. The plug has a nice reinforcement in the form of a cylinder screw. The light was quite powerful and very pretty. Be forewarned, this is a true LASER and can cause damage to eyes if someone looks directly in it while it is on. Don't do that.<br />
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It comes with a heavy-duty metal spike upon which you are supposed to mount it, but I could not figure out how to mount it.<br />
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As with all anthologies there will be styles that do not call to everyone, but I do think that everyone should be able to find several that call to them. This is unique, in my opinion, because Science Fiction is such a varied genre. I thoroughly enjoyed my time on the couch that night and look forward to another sometime soon.<br />
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What I like:<br />
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-instructions say to start with two capsules and if you have a bad reaction to back off to one. I am starting with one and increasing if needed.<br />
-uses vegetarian capsules which contain carbs yet no carb numbers<br />
-says it does not contain rice (in the x-free statement) yet the capsule is made with rice flour!!!<br />
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So far the pros (for me) outweigh the cons because I don't have to worry about rice or the (hopefully) negligible carbs from it. However I did just lose respect for the company a bit because to tout that it does not contain rice when the capsule it is in is made from rice is just wrong, confusing and potentially harmful if someone with a rice allergy is not vigilant.<br />
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You can find this probiotic <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01E4HELNG">here</a>.<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=BOTTOM3a809b076b0f878de866025d1a345ba9" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>ChefKatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09272554196450237532noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6639511390588672423.post-31932030098544278622017-02-20T23:02:00.001-07:002017-02-20T23:03:27.018-07:00Mami Wata has Much Wow Customer Service!<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOP07099cf6c4aa7e04652962add8f9733d" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a><br />
The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JRMTOGM">MAMI WATA Tea & Fruit Infusion Pitcher</a> comes with a Free Ice Ball Maker and a Free Infused Water Recipe Ebook. Check out a quick video of the ice ball mold.<br />
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The recipe book had some thought put into it and I was quite pleased with the quality of the recipes. I really liked the not-so-common-sense tips they offered such as only soaking the fruit and veg for a few hours to get the infusion and then removing them so the water will stay good longer.<br />
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You can see the unboxing of the pitcher set on my <a href="https://youtu.be/8S0nE-fbEbc">YouTube channel</a>. I do have to preface the video with the fact that I broke the sliding lid as I was first playing with it. I emailed the seller and almost immediately received a response. I was sent a new pitcher and the customer service was above and beyond. I would suggest this pitcher just based on the customer service I received.<br />
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I like what I have experienced so far. I do need to double check on the temperature limit of the water because I would love to be able to make fresh herb tea using the micro pore infuser insert.<br />
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I received this product at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.<br />
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The set comes with the eye mask, two gel inserts which can be heated or cooled (by follwing the instructions) and an S-hook to hang the masks after washing. As soon as I saw that the manufacturer was focused on keeping the gel inserts clean, I immediately felt comfortable with the quality of the product.<br />
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You can see in my Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BQgSfM6jz7W/">video</a>, the mask has a velcro secured opening at the top. This allows for the gel insert to be placed correctly and secured.<br />
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The mask itself can be used without the insert as just a standard sleeping mask. I thought it was quite comfortable and it did not bother my sleep.<br />
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Altogether I think this is a well made, nicely designed product that I would buy again for myself or even as a gift for a stressed out friend.<br />
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The #<a href="http://www.nightprovision.com/collections/bicycle-lights/products/night-provision-bx-960-led-bike-light-usb-rechargeable-headlight-960-lumen">BX960 LED Bike Light with USB Recgargeable battery</a> provided by Night Provision did not work. You can see the unboxing and subsequent non-working of the light on my Instagram account <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BQoJ_JJDJXJ/">here</a>.<br />
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The box of the item had been ripped as if somebody had already opened the product. I am really starting to wonder what is going on at the Amazon Shipping Center closest to me. I have emailed the seller and I'm waiting for a response.<br />
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Here's what I can tell you based upon what I was able to experience. This is not a product I would suggest because the mount showed really shoddy workmanship. I was not able to slide the light on and off the mount all the way and it did not slide easily. It is not the fault of the design as it works for another light I got the from the same seller. While I appreciate the tightening screw on the mount it just does not look like it will last very long.<br />
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I have NO medical training and you should not start taking anything just because I say I recommend it. Please consultant your health care professional, etc.<br />
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Secondly, I received both of the following supplements at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.<br />
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#BeLive sent me two supplements for a #ProductReview and here are my findings.<br />
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I'm impressed with what I see on the EGCG (aka Green Tea Extract) label as Husband has been researching things that could help with his many health issues. He has not yet tried this, but the information I have seen shows that the supplement was created in an FDA registered facility (which does not mean it is FDA approved but the facility does go through testing and regulation) and has a high percentage of the active ingredient. This is all positive information. Just need to get the go-ahead from his health care professional before starting it. So far I would recommend this brand IF your health care professional says you should find the EGCG.<br />
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You can see my label video on my Instagram account <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BQgTNkZDsPP/">here</a>.<br />
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You can find this supplement <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Green-Supplement-Belly-Burner-Weight/dp/B01N7EOER0/ref=sr_1_126_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1486108013&sr=8-126&keywords=fat+burner+pills">here</a>.<br />
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<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOPc0a162e4e976b781749a3208ef33ec12" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>Moving on to the Fusion Burn also from #BeLive. This is advertised as a Garcinia Cambogia Extract but it contains more. It also includes Green Coffee Extract (50%), Raspberry Keytone Extract (98%), Caffiene (WHY?) and Green Tea Extract (which includes EGCG). Honestly I'm not happy about the added caffiene and wonder about the low percentages of some of the extracts. The printing quality on the label is not the best and makes it difficult to read. This makes me wonder what else is low quality.<br />
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Based on the above I would not suggest this product.<br />
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#Aposon sent me two watches (at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbased opinion) for a #ProductReview. Both worked. Point in the good column. Neither had instructions. Point in the bad column. The rest of the information varies from here.<br />
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Let’s start with the sport style watch. The Orange Men’s Sports Watch was disappointing. It was too large for me to wear at all. The face actually was so large that it needed more wrist estate than I have. I know I have a smaller wrist but I am a full grown adult. Secondly the large face made it impossible to comfortably and snugly tighten so it would stay where it was supposed to stay. The face was so deep (high off my wrist) that it kept me from being able to put my palm in a 90 angle from my forearm (think pushups) without digging into the top of my hand to the point of pain. I would assume if I tried to do any pushups while wearing this watch that I would end up with bruises. Not the best idea when designing a “sport” watch. The minute hand, when at a certain time, covered the information that was showing in the orange (I guess that is where the watch got its name?) circle thus rendering the information useless at that time each hour. And speaking of the name, the orange circle is not prominent enough to give the watch its name. A bit of a nitpick, but I was asked to review it, so there you are.<br />
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My biggest problem with the watch was the lack of instructions. There are four buttons – two on each side – and the turning dial which is usually used to set the time but I’m not sure because there are NO INSTRUCTIONS. Now, I can understand the other watch, that I will be reviewing below, not coming with instructions because there is only only one function, to tell time. WAIT, I jest! There is a need for instructions for that watch because there is a fancy buckle on the band. But I’ll get into that later. Back to the sport watch – without the instructions the sport functions are not easy to use and will take time to figure out on my own. I’m sure I could figure the most basic ones out, but I know I would be missing something. If only an easier way to set/use a function. See the video review of this watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhKGUP3iNhI">here</a>.<br />
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The second watch, the Black Men’s Watch, started off better. The face was only about a third of the depth of the sport watch and not as wide. So even though it had a large face, it did fit on my wrist. The dial on the side was the standard pull out, twist to get to the right time, push back in to start. I liked the simplistic dial with just roman numerals at the 12, large hash marks on the other hours and smaller hash marks for the minutes. The black on black does make it difficult to read the time in low light, but it can be done. What I like is the watch is completely silent! There is no second hand so my ADHD is not triggered when I wear it. The band is a nice mesh metal that warms as it is worn and has a nice flexibility to it.<br />
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Here’s where the issue of having no instructions comes in. The metal band has a nifty clasp that was slightly difficult to figure out. However I like puzzles and was able to figure out how it would clasp. The adjustable part of it that allows you to tighten or loosen the band for a more personalized fit. I WISH there had been instructions on how to adjust it because it did not make sense. After breaking a nail and then using a ballpoint pen I was able to figure it out. But remember, I like puzzles. And there is also the issue of the adjustable bit sliding all the way off the band before I was able to lock it down again. You can see the video review I did of it on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmg6ibYEMyk">YouTube channel</a>.<br />
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Final opinion is I really don’t like these watches. I would recommend AGAINST the sport watch and just not suggest the other one. However if you want to check them out for yourself you can find the sport watch <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQYLZFY">here</a> and the standard one <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MYWQFC3">here</a>.<br />
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Just as a quick reminder, I did receive both of these watches from #aposon at a discount or free in exchange for an honest and unbiased opinion.<br />
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ChefKatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09272554196450237532noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6639511390588672423.post-29227125701154268642017-02-08T13:58:00.002-07:002017-02-08T14:01:34.172-07:00Dacobots - A Good Idea<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOP571509e539dca27640432c3c5ffb5a70" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a><br />
Some of you know that I graduated with a theatre degree in secondary education a while back. Unfortunately I was unable to find a job in Idaho because the arts apparently are not as important to education here. Regardless, educating people of all ages has been a priority to me for as long as I can remember. My mother was an educator and I still see myself as one even though I don't have a job at a public school. My Pampered Chef business has helped me to educate people of all ages on preparing healthier food at a lower cost and in less time than a drive through.<br />
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So when I saw the opportunity to test and review the<a href="https://www.dacobots.com/"> Dacobots website</a> I just had to jump at it. I do want to disclose that I will be earning a small fee for my review. However that makes me want to make it as truthful as I can. Without further ado, here is my truth:<br />
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One mostly positive point I brought up to Alex was the site was beautiful and it made me feel as if the visual development of the project may have been given too much time and effort versus the educational portion. I hope they give the same amount of time and effort to the other parts of the project because it will be awesome when that happens.</div>
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Just as a brief reminder, I was given one month free access to this website and will continue to try it out until my subscription is up. I will also be paid a small fee for this post.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">I was sent two digital pH meters to test. Unfortunately the one from </span><a class="_58cn" data-ft="{"tn":"*N","type":104}" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/healthywiser?source=feed_text&story_id=728533233980268" style="background-color: white; color: #365899; cursor: pointer; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; text-decoration: none;"><span class="_5afx" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: isolate;"><span aria-label="hashtag" class="_58cl _5afz" style="color: #4267b2; unicode-bidi: isolate;">#</span><span class="_58cm">HealthyWiser</span></span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> was used and I did not sign up to test and provide a </span><a class="_58cn" data-ft="{"tn":"*N","type":104}" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/productreview?source=feed_text&story_id=728533233980268" style="background-color: white; color: #365899; cursor: pointer; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; text-decoration: none;"><span class="_5afx" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: isolate;"><span aria-label="hashtag" class="_58cl _5afz" style="color: #4267b2; unicode-bidi: isolate;">#</span><span class="_58cm">ProductReview</span></span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> for something previously used. You can see the video of this meter and the other one I was sent at a discount or free on my YouTube channel. You can find the HealthyWiser one here but I can't recommend it.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2FB018J40IKU&h=ATMLjzgxZzMvyY8GtI4ZHazh3V0eMZ3fV_yGjAPtTJ0LGm4gWYx3qYhgoPs7tWElS1IV76LhVrVRHjQZ70JaB6hvi2Ln2z80YI-HkYdGRP27J95n5WOS6iEEY3uxEvNBypI&enc=AZMWNgbBpFETBQ7-CUtj0OgfLaAB0jL6zlf89rqAVil3DJHNfDFAJ2x8C0K_SpW72mN7UXSbMUellqmTjaqaTo5cGOxsCoHLEpdafXrSUgOVhy6ppdDi3Yv8FuGHlzeMgBss5fXY8fRyTONis-5RyCTV8z_jTMz5xRPRQS5bkPdJP2y4zm-MdF6d-iVWeyXdvyqQHauJoRvjxbEPTw6yzDca&s=1" rel="nofollow noopener" style="background-color: white; color: #365899; cursor: pointer; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018J40IKU</a><br />
<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=BOTTOM5ec08b2728a963fd450c34655e5b1e4f" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>ChefKatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09272554196450237532noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6639511390588672423.post-18858979579348831312016-12-31T16:58:00.002-07:002016-12-31T16:59:23.916-07:00Keepin Things Dry<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOP52116c4c40fd5a1a9b3fdcfd3e516b03" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>When I saw the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MYY69O5/">WaterProof Dry Bag</a> from #Aulker up for a #ProductReview I had to check it out. My first impression was that it was huge! I had an idea of what 15 litres is, but now I have a concrete size in my head.<br />
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The Dry Bag is touted to be waterproof, but I have yet to have the chance to test that claim. I plan to do it asap and will update this post when I do.<br />
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This bag is very simple to use. All you do is fill it, leaving room to fold the bar three times, and then fold the bar three times. Then you take the plastic clasps on each end of the bar and connect them. It also comes with a nylon strap that is simple to clasp to the three d-rings that are connected on the ends of the bar as well as towards the base of the bag.<br />
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What is really neato is the see-through <br />
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pocket that is inside the bag. The size of the pocket will fot most "flagship" smartphones such as the Note or iPhone. Right above that pocket on the inside of the bag is an audio cable. This cable connects to an audio port on the outside of the bag so you won't have to miss your "stories" when river rafting. Just plug your phone into the cable inside and plug your headphones into the port on the outside.<br />
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You can see my video review of this bag on my <a href="https://youtu.be/KbcJ6kWxZUE">YouTube channel</a>.<br />
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This is something I would recommend. As always I received this product at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.<br />
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<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=BOTTOM52116c4c40fd5a1a9b3fdcfd3e516b03" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>ChefKatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09272554196450237532noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6639511390588672423.post-49702024531692095852016-12-29T13:46:00.000-07:002016-12-29T13:46:55.576-07:00QC Tumbled Down On The Job<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOP107404f9ff632864f38f3e7ff9b66aee" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>I am not impressed with the Stainless Steel Double Walled Lowball Tumbler from #titangearonline. I really wanted to like this <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N07TE90">tumbler</a> because I love my stainless steel cups and straws, but there are some major flaws with this tumbler.<br />
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On my <a href="https://youtu.be/tcchKY6iUhU">YouTube channel</a> you can see the video I made of the unboxing. From a marketing standpoint the logo is well made and distinct enough to create the brand and the feel of it. The box is well made and the space on it is nicely used. It looks like the box has been moved around a lot due to the scuff marks and the crush marks. But the box is still in pretty good condition.<br />
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When I take the tumbler out of the box I see some issues with it. There are a few places where it is smooth to the touch but uneven to the eye. There is at least one pit that I can see right off the bat. And it looks like there are a few scratches like I did not get a new one or their qc process needs help.<br />
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The most noticeable quality issue is on the lip of the tumbler. This is the best photo I could get of the uneven area that runs along the lip for about two inches.<br />
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There is supposeed to be a lifetime (of the original purchaser) guarantee that I will be attempting to use. This tumbler, as is, is not something I would want to use myself and really would not feel comortable using it with company. If this is where the story ends, I do not recommend this product.<br />
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These stainless steel straws are very nice for those who want to get away from the disposable plastic ones for health or conservation reasons. I really like them because Jasmine does not. Socks (the cat we had to put down earlier this year) would actually steal plastic straws from drinks we would bring home. In the middle of the night we would hear the sound of a plastic straw being slooooooowly pulled out of a to go drink cup if we had forgotten to throw it away...or even if we just weren't looking! Anyway, these straws hold no appeal to our cat now which means we won't find a cache of them under some large piece of furniture.<br />
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The three sizes are in length as well as width. If you like your smoothies and milkshakes thick or with chunks, you'll want to use the wider one. If you like tall glasses, use the taller one. It's not rocket science, but try to choose what works for you. I did try the tallest one in a 1 ltr soda bottle and it did not reach out of the mouth of the bottle at all but was level with the top. With a rubberband and some ingenuity, it could work if necessary.<br />
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I like that they come in a bag just because I like to have a place for everything. The little brush (not pictured) that it comes with is nice for anything that might get stuck and dried on. However these are stainless steel and should not rust. I have yet to test the theory. I suggest you throw them in the utensil holder in the dishwasher to get them clean and sparkly again.<br />
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As I said at the beginning, I do recommend these for anyone who wants to cut down on waste or does not want to drink from plastic. As always I did receive this product at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.<br />
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Here you see the top of the <a href="https://barbrat.com/products/premium-ice-ball-maker-mold-by-bar-brat">Ice Ball Sphere Mold </a>from #barbratlove that I was sent for a #ProductReview. I think this is a neat little gadget and good for a special occasion. It is not, however, good for everyday use. <br />
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You can see it opened here and it kind of gives you an idea of the size. I found that once the balls were frozen the silicone did make them easier to unmold. But getting them filled up enough without spilling needed a strong base such as a metal cookie sheet. And to get them frozen took a good amount of time. This is not something that you can do at a whim, it takes planning.<br />
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If you desire to have the ability to make a maximum of 4 ice spheres at time then this is for you. I have not honestly used it since the first time and it is just taking up space in my kitchen.<br />
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An entire week of meals (or one meal for seven people) could easily be transported in this insulated bag! The front pocket is well made and the elastic on the side is a wonderful touch. I did briefly show the side handle in the video but I wanted to point it out again. The side handle allows the bag to be carried sideways in case the food being transported does not fit well when the bag is upright. Nice design addition and well made.<br />
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Well done, designers!<br />
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As always I received this product at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.<br />
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Within those 1100+ products I would have to estimate that only HALF of them came with instructions. Now, I do have to say that there are some items that do not require instructions for use. Like socks. But if they are special socks and can't just be thrown in the clothes washer with the rest of my laundry, then I would still expect some kind of care instructions.<br />
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So, I get this nifty looking #BackPostureCorrector for a #ProductReview (at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion) and it comes with NO INSTRUCTIONS. I mean, nothing. I'm usually pretty good at figuring things out without instructions, but this one baffles me. I can't figure out how to get it on, how to use it or if it might just sprout wings and fly off by itself.<br />
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If you want to try this out for yourself you can find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/MEDIUM-Figure-Clavicle-Corrector-Brace/dp/B01LYV40CI/ref=sr_1_15_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&sr=1-15&keywords=Posture+Corrector">here</a>.<br />
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I always have my phone with me and prefer to listen to music with apps like Pandora when I'm out. It's a good thing I have T-Mobile with their BingeOn program and unlimited data. Otherwise I would only be able to use these Bluetooth speakers when talking on the phone. Yes, you *can* use a Bluetooth speaker as a speaker phone in your vehicle or elsewhere.<br />
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I'm sure you're wondering which #PortableBluetoothSpeakers of which I am speaking today. That is the Ancord speaker found <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F4PZ898">here</a>. I decided to play a song of which I am very familiar through this speaker while on the road. The song played just fine through my phone but as soon as I connected to the speaker it came out very strangely. See below:<br />
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As you hopefully can experience through the above video, the song was split into different parts. One line of it was going the correct speed while another line would speed up and then slow down or pause altogether. It made for an interesting listening experience, but I wanted to hear it as it was made. In the video you should see, at the end, that my phone was only a few feet away from me. This should not have happened and, honestly, I don't even understand the mechanics of HOW it could happen.</div>
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So, I charge the speaker and it does not take long. I turn it on and the voice has some issues. One, it is difficult to understand. It is not an American voice so the accent on the English does affect the understanding. If I could get past that there are two other issues with the voice that I just could not. The quality of the voice is so sub par that it sounds like the person speaking is doing so while swallowing water, or with a swollen vocal box or underwater. It just is not good. Then you have the improper words being used like, "</div>
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With all that being said, there are some positives to this speaker. I love that it is water resistant (although I have not tested this) and shock proof, which I have tested. Accidentally, By being me and dropping it several times. The port cover for the power connection and other stuff is nicely designed. It opens and closes quite securely and is attached by a silicone connection. I love that the cover itself is sturdy and not susceptible to warping (and therefore negating the water resistance) like silicone is. The speaker does take a memory card which is pretty cool, too.</div>
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Honestly the negatives far outweigh the positives for this little speaker. I cannot recommend it.<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=BOTTOM83cee65af2128b53c80689b39924acda" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>ChefKatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09272554196450237532noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6639511390588672423.post-47851432812659117182016-12-21T06:57:00.001-07:002016-12-21T06:57:44.393-07:00Multimeters for Everyone<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOPf38d00af2880dcd4bfba4af982c6b2e0" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>Everyone should have a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B016KTJDXE">Digital Multimeter</a>. I was lucky enough to have #Metertech send me one for a #ProductReview.<br />
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The first thing I noticed out of the box was that it came with a battery already installed. The exterior of the box shows it comes with a battery but nit that it is installed. At one point, before I decided to try to turn it on, I thought the battery had been forgotten.<br />
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The instructions included are detailed but assume a level of base knowldge that an average person might not have. When explaining what items I could test with this multimeter it was assumed I knew which category a battery fell under. You can see my unbixing and initial testing below.<br />
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The multimeter works well and I like how secure the connections to the testing probes are, but I would have liked a cover for ezch probe. A case that could keep the probes and the multimeter together would have been a nice addition.<br />
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Anyway, I thought today would be a great day to head out to a lunch at the local Cafe Zupas and to put together a #ProductReview or four. The staff at Cafe Zupas were game to help me unravel the Leapair Curtain Lights in an attempt to get a photo or two. Well, I took a video of the unraveling (and if anyone knows how to make it so the video plays in fast forward, please let me know!) and uploaded it to my <a href="https://youtu.be/z2k2pvlfbT8">YouTube channel</a>. I also have a video of the unboxing and a few photos I'll share here.<br />
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I was impressed with several of the features of this curtain but there were a few negatives, too. First, this is not a one person job. When the instructions say "easy installation" I expect to be able to install this myself. As you can see in the really long YouTube video, four people and five minutes of work was not enough to get this curtain ready for use. Secondly I expected it to have the light strands closer together and be more like a bead curtain you place in your doorway. That being said, if this were used in a backdrop of a wedding or even a photo booth, the effect would be stunning.</div>
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I like this curtain and would recommend it IF the photos on the amazon listing were more detailed and really showed what it looked like by itself. And, if the instructions that say "easy installation" were modified to be more realistic. You can find the Lepair Curtain Light <a href="https://www.giveawayservice.com/p/w1s1v3t5/q0j6c2r7">here</a>.</div>
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As always I received this product at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.</div>
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These markers remind me of paint pens because they have the metal ball bearing inside each marker in order to help you mix up the chalk paint before use. They also have some of the same design qualities of paint pens like the need to release the pressure before using the first time by pushing down on the nub. Well, I could go into more detail about the first use of the pen but you can watch my video of it on my <a href="http://bit.ly/KateReviews">YouTube channel</a>. Or you can just view the video below.<br />
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I have to say I am more than impressed with these markers. They work well, although they are slow to get going. I was surprised that the gold and silver, which are notoriously off color in most paint pens, were not only true to the color but also SPARKLY! The only potential problem that I have yet to encounter would be how long they last<br />
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These are chalk markers that I can totally recommend!<br />
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As always I received this product at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.ChefKatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09272554196450237532noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6639511390588672423.post-79888981896616180422016-12-19T12:27:00.000-07:002016-12-19T12:27:03.039-07:00Charger, Charger, Who Has the Charger?!?<a href="https://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOP5dc84b03a9965444d3527e4172935c43" rel="nofollow" style="display: none;"></a>Finding an empty USB port for charging can be difficult nowadays. And don't get me started on the single plug in that comes with almost every device. That just is not enough to power my phone, tablet, flip camera, bluetooth headsets, bluetooth speakers, bluetooth remotes, portable batteries and anything else that always needs to be charged. This is why I have a few of the 5-port hubs just for charging. I also have a few multi port hubs that attach to my computer so I can easily charge and transfer information.<br />
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So I received the #UsbChargerStation from <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F4SAZKM">Freewise</a> for a #ProductReview. My unboxing and initial thoughts can be seen in the video below from my insta account.<br />
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Honestly it does not seem any different from my other multi port hubs. It works, the cord is standard and my items get charged. I do not know to what the "smart" designation refers. This seems to be a good charger and pretty standard price wise. If anything changes or if I notice any fast charging happening, I'll update this post.<br />
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As always I received this product at a discount or free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.<br />
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