Category Archives: Product Review

iPhone 5s — The Next New Feature

Posted on December 10, 2011 by bill

We all know how hard it is to come up with new features, and we all want the next new feature don’t we? Well, I was working on this computer the other day, with my iPhone sitting beside my mouse … Continue reading →

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VW Jetta Radio Problem

Posted on December 1, 2011 by bill

My wife and I recently purchased a new 2011 Jetta TDI from Young’s VW in Easton PA. The car came with a “Premium 8″ (RCD-510) Radio which is a dual-din* touchscreen device sporting satellite, am, fm, bluetooth, and flash drive … Continue reading →

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Clarion NX501 Review – Updated

Posted on November 14, 2011 by bill

This is an update to my initial review posted Here. Well, I have had my Clarion NX501 for a couple of months now, and thought I would update my review. The software in the unit has been updated to the … Continue reading →

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Clarion NX501 Navigation System and Radio Review
1/2 Star

Posted on August 25, 2011 by bill

I recently purchased the Clarion NX-501 radio for my Ford Escape, as I thought the in-dash navigation system would be quite handy, and I have wanted satellite radio ever since my wife got one in her new VW.  After looking … Continue reading →

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Product Review – Dyson Ball Vacuum

Posted on January 31, 2011 by bill

For 26 years, we have owned and used a Kirby vacuum cleaner. It has been with us in 5 houses, and never had a problem. But, old age is creeping up on us (not on the Kirby), and the Kirby … Continue reading →

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Cataracts, Lens Implants, and Disappointments

Posted on February 16, 2010 by bill

Last year, I began having trouble seeing well at night. This was especially troublesome when driving. I would see a lot of glare, and multiple images, especially of headlights and taillights. I knew this was caused by worsening cataracts, and … Continue reading →

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Galaxy DX 2547 CB Radio Base Station

Posted on May 25, 2009 by bill

For some time, I have been thinking that a CB radio may be a good thing to have if the economy and the country suffer a worst case meltdown. I started looking for a base station (110v powered) for my … Continue reading →

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Lowes and TroyBiltGas Trimmer Product Report

Posted on May 22, 2009 by bill

Last week, my grass trimmer finally died. It lived a long productive life, achieving 17 years of useful service before its engine finally gave out. Long live Echo!. So, I was in the market for a new one. A trip … Continue reading →

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Preparing for 3rd World Status — Pt 1

Posted on March 29, 2009 by bill

As the economy continues to falter, we should be preparing ourselves with ways to deal with the consequences.  In other countries, economic crashes resulted in the sporadic loss of utilities, such as electric.  Most of us cannot think of living … Continue reading →

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Ok, I'll Admit It, I'm Hooked!

Posted on March 3, 2009 by bill

I’ve never been much for games.  In my entire life, I have not watched a complete football game, or basketball game either.  I don’t get much fun out of playing cards, or party games.  The only game on my iMac … Continue reading →

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