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Comment on DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black) by Christian Polychroniadis "Chris"

Christian Polychroniadis "Chris" — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:14:51 +0000

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

Perfect !!! It Works with the 120GB Ipod !!!, September 28, 2008

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This review is from: DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black) (Electronics)

This case it's perfect, I have a 120 Gb Ipod and it perfectly fit in the case (Not only for 80 GB ipod), it protects your ipod and it has a magnetic cover that let you close and open your ipod conveniently, buy it !!!.

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Comment on DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black) by J. Marren "jtm497"

J. Marren "jtm497" — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:45:34 +0000

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

A Great Case, February 3, 2008

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This review is from: DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black) (Electronics)

This is the best case I've ever had for an IPod. The fit for the classic is perfect. The quality is far better than the price would suggest. I hate having plastic over the screen--here the flip protects the screen. It would be nice if the belt clip were removable but I don't care all that much. For an adult, this is a sleek stylish case at a great price. Highly recommended.

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Comment on DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black) by Deanokat

Deanokat — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:06:53 +0000

127 of 132 people found the following review helpful:

Bought this for my son, December 20, 2007

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My son just turned 18 and we got him an 80GB iPod for his birthday. We gave him an eVo4 iSkin case with it, but that thing was a piece of junk. It took forever to get it on. And after it was on, the iPod looked like an alien being from another planet. And my son couldn't dock the iPod in his Luna clock radio while it was in the iSkin case. So we searched around for another case. We wanted something that would protect the iPod from every day wear and tear without going overboard. The DLO HipCase is the perfect solution (at about 1/2 the price!). The iPod fits snugly within this nice leather case. Nice and soft inside. The fold open/fold down flap has a magnetic closure to keep it secure. Easy access to the click wheel, charging port, hold button, and headphone jack. And at night when my son wants to dock the iPod in his clock radio, he can just slip it out of its case. I think the iSkin case would've required a jackhammer to get it out every night. Aside from being very functional, this case also hits a home run in two other areas: 1.) It's very stylish. Very simple design, nice leather, nice belt clip. And 2.) It's very reasonably priced. If I didn't know how much I paid for it, after having seen the case in person and held it, I would've guessed it cost two or even three times more than it did. The DLO HipCase Leather Folio is the perfect companion to the iPod Classic. A classic looking case for a Classic iPod.

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Comment on Sony SGPT111US/S Wi-Fi Tablet (16GB) by Ashley D "Silk"

Ashley D "Silk" — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:43:30 +0000

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The best tablet out there and can only get better....hopefully with next software update, September 22, 2011

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UPDATE AFTER 1 MONTH OF USE: (PREVIOUS POSITIVE BATTERY LIFE COMMENTS FROM INITIAL REVIEW HAVE NOT HELD UP)

Due to the severe battery drain when on standby, I have stopped using this device for the time being. I am going to wait until a software update comes out to solve this issue, and until the Official Skinny Case from Sony arrives. That way I do not have to remove the tablet from a pouch and not worry that the battery will be down to 20 % after 8 hours of standby and with only 4 hours of use(reading, browsing and playing Fish Tycoon). My new Galaxy Tab 8.9 has a M-Edge case that does this and gives me 60% battery life at the end of the day(under the same usage) rather than just 20%-big difference. I love the heft and feel of the Sony, but cannot justify using it because of the battery drain issue. My initial review of battery life was good, but having installed exactly the same apps as on my other test tablets, the battery life and drain have worsened significantly. It is definitely something specific to the Sony Tablet/software.

I am also somewhat pessimistic now, since Sony has delayed shipping on the case 6 times in 6 weeks. Also, as of now there is no news on a Software update release. That's fairly understandable though, since the tablet is still within 60 days of initial release. I would definitely NOT recommend this tablet to anyone who is going to be out and about-not unless you completely switch it off each time. This becomes annoying, since the Sony is not the fastest tablet to boot up. Oh and another annoying thing, is that any video which you transfer to the Tab, skips and stutters when screen orientation is changed. If you are just going to use this to browse the web and read ebooks-and are willing to shut the tablet down completely after each use, then this is the best tablet out there. IMHO however if you can wait a couple of months to see how Sony handles these issues with a software update, then go ahead. Sony has the potential to be the best tablet period(unless you like having hundreds of thousands of useless apps,no decent way to organize or close them, no widgets, no true multitasking and being tied into a proprietary ecosystem that makes converting movies a nightmare if virtually impracticable with lousy music and video quality).

UPDATE AFTER 2 WEEKS WORTH OF USE:

I regrettably have to drop my rating to 3 stars from 5. This is not just because the Video Unlimited or Music Unlimited apps are not ready or working properly-the Sony is new and that is expected. The problem I am seeing, and which other colleagues are experiencing, is severe battery drain when left on standby.About 3% drain per hour. This is unacceptable when not in use. It should not be happening since the specs are pretty identical to other similar Tegra driven tablets, so it most be a software leak. Where, I cannot say exactly, but bearing in mind that Sony has included dozens of proprietary programs, not on other tablets, including Crash Bandicoot and Pinball, as well as the Sony Video and Reader Apps, then I have to say that some of these may be poorly coded for the tablet, causing a battery drain, even when the programs are supposedly shut down. This CAN be fixed with a software update however. The other issue I have had is streaming and downloading of video. It just times out after about a couple of minutes and I have to keep refreshing the download-what should be a 45 min download can take hours as a result. Forget about streaming a movie of course. Before anyone says it is my wifi connection-since I have an abundance of various tablets at any given time, I know this issue is not specific to my wifi connection of course. I did contact Sony Customer support, but their only advice was to do what I already had, factory reset and update Adobe Flash. Again, I think that this issue could also be fixed with a software upgrade, but that had better happen very quickly, or else folks have many other avenues where they can channel hard earned cash. Especially in the next couple of months. I hope I can come back to you soon and go back to a 5 star rating. Sony, are you listening?

UPDATE AFTER 1 WEEK OF INTENSIVE USE:

Still a great device. I have been trying out the video and movie applications. The best way to play video is definitely through the gallery function. Though the movie files are not fully labeled as they would be in a custom Video Playing app, the files run smoothly and transition well when orientation changes. Using the built in video player...that needs some work-it is great until you decide to switch orientation or move the device by accident-then it either freezes or you have to restart. Not a dealbreaker since I know that the Video app will be updated.Crackle..free movies etc....sucks and I reported it...my wifi connection is broadband based and great for any other device, but not good for watching movies. It is another free app so i do not... Read more

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Comment on Sony SGPT111US/S Wi-Fi Tablet (16GB) by socrateos

socrateos — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:25:01 +0000

244 of 252 people found the following review helpful:

The Wedge Shaped Design Is A Winner, November 24, 2011

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This review is from: Sony SGPT112US/S Wi-Fi Tablet (32GB) (Personal Computers)

I have now used this tablet for almost 3 months. I am not a journalist or evaluator of electronic devices (borrowed for short period). I am just a normal user who uses it daily for myself. I do not own any other tablet but have a colleague who uses an iPad, with which I can compare.

CONCLUSION

After one month of use, I found myself loving it. After two moths, I was loving it even more. And after almost 3 months, I cannot live without. I recommend it highly to everyone.

WHY NOT APPLE'S IPAD

I am an Apple fan. I have been a Mac user for last 20 years. I bought at least 4 iPods in the past. And I currently use iPhone. So naturally I liked iPad when my colleague showed me one.

Then why I did not buy Apple's tablet (iPad)? That's because I am an iPhone user! More and more I learned about iPad, it became clear to me that it is a "big iPhone without phone". I already have most of the features of iPad in my iPhone.

In other words, If I buy an iPad, I gain little while paying twice for the same things. But If I buy an android tablet, my selection of features and apps gets doubled, as I gain an access to Android Market in addition to Apple's App store.

This was one of decisive reasons why I chose Sony Tablet over Apple's iPad.

HOW I USE IT

I use Sony Tablet both at home and at work, daily.

At work, I use it for emailing, web browsing, scheduling, and note taking.
At home, in addition to what I do at work, I use it as e-reader (Kindle), video/movie watching. I use it as a universal controller for everything in living room (TV, CABLE, BD/DVD Player, AV Receiver). I also sometimes listen to music (Music Unlimited) in bed.

On weekends, I take it with me when going out. I use it to take pictures and videos. I use it as e-reader (Kindle) at cafeteria while listening to music (Music Unlimited). My wife uses it to watch movies in the car when we go out for a long drive.

I charge it during night and I do not carry power cable at all during a day because I have plenty of juice left at end of the day.

WHAT I LIKE

A. Superb Design - Beautifully curved design with a wedge shaped body is a winner.

I found that its physical design is not just gorgeous but significantly useful.

(1) When holding it on your hand, it feels lighter than flat type because the center of gravity is closer to your holding hand.
(This is true even when holding it horizontally with both hands if you hold the upper half of the device. And it feels secure because the wedge shape on upper side works as a slip-stopper.)

(2) It is much safer and easier to carry it around room to room without fear of dropping it because the wedge shaped side works as a slip-stopper between your fingers that hold it.

(3) The screen is easier to view with less glare, and its virtual keyboard is easier to type when placed on the desk because the wedge gives a comfortable elevation on upper side. You do not need a special carrier case to do that like all other flat shaped tablets.

(4) This is the only tablet that you can gently put on the desk and comfortably pick it up without fear of dropping it because the wedge shape with hollowed sides gives you a convenient handle to hold it securely.

Sony is the first company that realized that thiner is not necessarily better. Thiner and flatter the device, the more difficult to gently put it on a hard surface of desk because your fingers are not on the sides but underneath, and you have to pull your fingers from beneath at some point. And thiner and flatter the device, the more difficult it is to pick up. (Just imagine about picking up an unbending flat thin plastic plate from a desk!)

(5) It is simply gorgeous to look at both when held in hand and placed on the desktop (you don't need ugly case to elevate the upper side).

B. Light Weight - Use of special plastics make this tablet light and strong.

(1) This tablet is lightest among all tablets in its size-class. It is essential for mobile device to be light. Lighter the better; therefore, it is the best in its class in this regard.

(2) Sony achieves this lightness by using plastics. However, not all plastics are made equal. Sony fortified its device by using very sturdy special plastics (as opposed to cheep ones used in Samsung's). In other words, it is high quality plastic that is strong, very strong.

C. Large Storage Capacity (External SD card and USB drive)

(1) I bought one with 32GB. I also bought a 32GB external SD card. Together, my Sony Tablet has 64GB at all times. That's plenty for many videos and movies and other data. (Compare with Kindle Fire which has only 8GB)

(2) In addition, with a USB connector ($17), I can also connect to my 500GB USB pocket drive if I... Read more

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Comment on Sams Teach Yourself Tumblr in 10 Minutes (Sams Teach Yourself — Minutes) by Joe O'Laughlin

Joe O'Laughlin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:30:29 +0000

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Workmanlike. Markdown modifications should be more detailed., December 3, 2010

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Workmanlike. Markdown modifications should be more detailed.

Amazon review submit button should not require copying a succinct title evaluation into the review body, in order to be allowed to get through the Preview process and finish submission.

I will not submit to wasting my time trying a "review in a title" gambit again!

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Comment on rachaelray.com – Food Blog by Thomas D. Mcguffey

Thomas D. Mcguffey — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:22:28 +0000

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

Unethical reviewer "CWM", October 5, 2010

Thomas D. Mcguffey (Houston) -

This review is from: rachaelray.com - Food Blog (Kindle Edition)

The review above by CWM is by an author of another food blog, who is publishing negative reviews on other cooking blogs. He's been reported to amazon, and hopefully his reviews will be deleted.

I'm not necesarrily the biggest Rachel fan, but CWM's self-promtion in violation of amazon review guidelines earns RR a starred review from me.

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Comment on Salamander Chameleon All-in-One IR Repeater Kit by Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:51:08 +0000

Challenging, July 21, 2010

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This review is from: Salamander Chameleon All-in-One IR Repeater Kit (Electronics)

I was not able to get the Salamander to work. It was to be used in conjunction with the Harmony 700 remote but it did not work the components when installed. I have disconnected the salamander and now leave the cabinet doors open when using the remote control. I was hoping that I could leave the cabinet doors closed and use the infare red of the salamander.

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Comment on Salamander Chameleon All-in-One IR Repeater Kit by Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:05:42 +0000

Right out of the box, December 5, 2010

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This review is from: Salamander Chameleon All-in-One IR Repeater Kit (Electronics)

Everything seems to be working perfectly. I've hooked it up to a 4240HDC cable box from TWC, and a samsung dvd player using the universal remote that came with the cable box. Both seem to be working just as advertised and no cords or boxes in sight! Took me about 10 minutes to get it all hooked up, running, and hidden away.

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Comment on Salamander Chameleon All-in-One IR Repeater Kit by W. Olmstead

W. Olmstead — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:42:22 +0000

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

Keep Your Doors Closed, December 21, 2008

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This review is from: Salamander Chameleon All-in-One IR Repeater Kit (Electronics)

This repeater kit allows you to control your A/V componets when they are located behind the solid door of a cabinet, or out of "line-of-sight" which a IR remote control requires.

The kit comes with a nice assortment of sticky emitter mounts with which you can attach the emitters to your various components. Just make sure you locate the "real" IR sensor on your component before sticking the mount on, the mounts are super sticky and hard to remove. (I found out the hard way).

If you use up the four emitters included with the kit, up to four more can be added, and are available on Amazon for about $8.00 a pair.

This kit has been working great in our Salamander Chameleon cabinet since we purchased it about a month ago.

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