Archive for January, 2010
BookBook: A novel way to tote your Mac
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
The distressed-leather hardback case looks like a vintage book. It’s novel (get it?) and great-looking–what more could you ask for in this world of black neoprene bags?
Techron® Concentrate Plus Fuel System Cleaner (20 fl. o Review
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Techron® Concentrate Plus Fuel System Cleaner (20 fl. o
Chevron Techron® Concentrate Plus Fuel System Cleaner is formulated to restore engine power by removing harmful deposit buildup from fuel injectors, carburetors, intake valves, ports and combustion chambers.
Product Features:
- Removes deposits that may cause…
This stuff works!
Pros: BEST injector cleaner, Easy To Use, Reliable
Cons: None
Best Uses: Home Garage, Upkeep, Injector maintenance, Automotive Repair Shop
Car/Motorcycle Describe yourself: Service station owner, Auto Enthusiast
Reviewer Comments: As a former service station owner who had at my disposal a full complement of engine analyzers, I relied exclusively on Chevron TECHRON to clean injectors and fuel systems. I can say with 100% accuracy that it works, with far too many documented cases of success and not so much as one failure. All results backed up with empirical data and complete before-and-after test results. BUY IT! USE IT! IT WORKS! A similar product which we used in carburetted engines was BERKEBILE 2+2 Gum Cutter and it too was excellent.
And if you’re using cheap gas, you really need this!
Originally posted at Advance Auto Parts (legalese)
Samsung monitor breaks contrast ratio barrier
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
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Real Deal podcast 194: All questions
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
We take calls about solid-state drives, iPhone 4, and uninstalling networking.
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Originally posted at The Real Deal Podcast
Plug-and-play hospitals inflate in Haiti
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Doctors Without Borders has set up what they call “plug and play” hospitals–self-sustained, inflatable medical facilities–in Haiti.
Gran Turismo 5′s ‘GPS-track day’ feature demoed
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Polyphony Digital demonstrates its new Data Logger Visualization technology side-by-side with actual video footage.
Originally posted at The Car Tech blog
Which garbage disposals are better, easier to install?
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Experts say garbage disposals are both convenient and pretty environmentally sound, since you’re sending food scraps through the sewer system to your local water treatment plant rather than to a landfill in a plastic bag. If you’re replacing a broken disposal, or you’re in the process of planning a kitchen remodel, you’ll probably go with a continuous-feed garbage disposal, the most common and least expensive type. If your kitchen isn’t pre-wired for a switch on the backsplash, a batch-feed garbage disposer is an option. These are easier to install and safer, since they require you to cover the drain before activating the blades. But batch-feed disposals are a lot more expensive.
Sony Ericsson’s slim, multimedia Vivaz
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
The Sony Ericsson Vivaz has a slim, candy-bar design and multimedia features.
Originally posted at Dialed In
What video game sequels get wrong
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
The idea of creating cash-generating franchises has taken on new importance in an increasingly hit-driven environment.
The 404 Podcast 502: Where we give Jill ‘three and a half mice’ and ‘Two and a Half Men’
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Jill Schlesinger joins the show today after a few months with her presence. A lot has changed since then, we got stickers, the U.S. Senate has 59 Democrats, and now ABC is doing promos for CNET.com. (The 404 Podcast and CNET are owned by CBS.)
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Yep, you read that right. On the ABC show “Modern Family”, Phil and Clair Dunphy argue about a new universal remote control, and in the course of talking about being a male cheerleader, Phil mentions that CNET gave the remote a smokin’ hot “three and a half mice.” Unfortunately, we switched from numbers to stars rather than mice. Jeff and Jill think it’s the new “Arrested Development” on Fox plus “The Office” on NBC.
Speaking of NBC, Jill weighs in on the whole Jay Leno and Conan O’Brien debacle. She wishes she could get paid 40 million dollars not to work, but we’re glad to see Conan sticking up for his staff.
Finally, Jill offers some good financial advice this year. It’s tax season, and she recommends that you readjust your tax withholding because you’re essentially giving the government an interest-free loan for a whole year. Otherwise, whip out a 1040EZ, a glass of scotch and just do your taxes. It ain’t that hard.
EPISODE 502
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Originally posted at The 404 Podcast
Long battery life, 3G, under $700 top Apple tablet wish list
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Two surveys highlight high customer expectations for a device the public hasn’t even seen yet.
Originally posted at Circuit Breaker
Apple Mac Mini (2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 160GB, Fall 2009)
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
The lower-cost Mac Mini offers respectable budget performance and Apple’s usual compelling design, but a puny hard drive and a lack of HDMI hurt this system’s value and overall potential. It’s actually more versatile next to its budget-priced Windows competition than the higher-end Mac Mini, but this entry-level Mac is still best left to Apple loyalists.
CNET gets shout-out on ABC’s ‘Modern Family’
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
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by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Alltel introduces its latest BlackBerry device, the RIM BlackBerry Curve 8530.
Originally posted at Dialed In
Would you share your tablet?
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Rumors say the upcoming Apple tablet is made for sharing…but do you feel comfortable about co-ownership of your gadgets?
Comparing rolling pins
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
If you’ve been looking for a new rolling pin, you may be surprised by all the choices. You’ll see marble, silicone-coated, glass and stainless steel versions of the old-fashioned wooden rolling pin. But will an ice-cooled glass rolling pin really make your pie crust flakier? To sort through the options, we looked for sources that compare rolling pins head to head to see which materials keep your dough from sticking.
Get a 46-inch HDTV for $598
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
The Sceptre X46BV may not have a ton of bells and whistles (though it does have 4 HDMI inputs), but it comes with glowing user reviews and free shipping.
Originally posted at The Cheapskate
Snow chopper made from junk–in Antarctica
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
If these guys can make this in a tool shop on an ice shelf, I believe Tony Stark can build his Mark I Iron Man suit in a cave.
Palm Pre Plus, Palm Pixi Plus reviewed
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
CNET takes a look at the new Palm Pre Plus and Palm Pixi Plus smartphones, which will be available from Verizon Wireless on January 25.
Originally posted at Dialed In
Dialed In 111: Bonnie’s on assignment
by Talk about Deal on Jan.21, 2010, under Review
Other than “stop the presses!” the next best thing a journalist can say is that a colleague is “on assignment.” It sounds so mysterious and important and I was glad to be able to say it this week about Bonnie. Ms. Cha had to miss Dialed In this week because …
Originally posted at Dialed In
