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Post updated 7/2/2024 to include a video. The post was originally shared on 3/15/2024. Back in 2023, I was able to select a free product thanks to Try It Samping (They have since merged with Influenster.) The Skullcandy Sesh ANC earbuds were something I was excited to try. They were the first pair of Bluetooth earbuds. You can read my […]
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I created a video post sharing a bit more about Odinlake. Links to products shown in the video: OdinLake Link odinlake.pxf.io/KjN7dy Odinlake Ergo Pro 633 odinlake.pxf.io/5gNoD1 OdinLake Ergo MAX 747 odinlake.pxf.io/ZQad3W Standing Desk odinlake.pxf.io/eKWY2Q
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Are you looking for a printer sand check out this one.
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I thought I’d share a longer video showing how the HP LaserJet M110w works. I shared a short one via TikTok and Instagram earlier this week. Thanks to the Insiders and HP for this discounted product and reviewing opportunity.I was able to purchase this HP LaserJet M110w at a discounted price for reviewing and testing purposes.This laser printer is compact
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I know it can be a daunting task to find a new mic. Especially if you aren’t sure of what features you want or even a price point. As we know with some tech you get with you pay for. Budget mics may only go so far. Or even if you have a webcam your built-in mic may not be
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I don’t know about you but I love using live chat options for support help. It saves me time on having to call tech support. It’s also great because I can use it when I have questions as well. But at times it can be a bit chore or you may not get the support you need.
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A few weeks ago I was able to test a pair of Skullcandy Sesh ANC earbuds thanks to Try It Sampling. This was my first pair of Bluetooth-enabled earbuds.
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A few years ago I was lucky enough to be selected to test a tankless printer. It was all the rage in 2019. Well, we are in 2023 and I still have the printer. So far I don’t have any major issues with it. Being that I don’t print much I have been able to extend the life of the
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The music used in the video is from U2 3-D Dance Mixes Side 2 God part II (2) The Heavy Metal Dance Club mix. intro:0:00 Connect Crosley:1:43 Final thoughts and tips: 3:11 I have a Crosley C6 Turntable and Speaker Kit (KTC6B). The turntable comes with a speaker but I don’t always use it. Earlier this year someone asked me
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Thanks to Try It Sampling and GE for these complementary light bulbs. They are from GE’s Reveal collection. These are 40-watt replacement bulbs. It’s a 5-watt LED bulb. They are a soft white light. I’m more of a fan of daylight-style bulbs but these will do. Where to buy I found a few locations where they are sold. You can
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Let’s face it after the time you take trying to choose a new cellphone the next biggest challenge is trying to find a case for it. Most times if your like me you have a few options or specs you’d like. No one wants a cheap phone case or one that’s not durable. Cases range from simple clear pliable silicone
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When most people think of backlit keyboards they usually think of gamers. But this isn’t always the case. I tried a backlit keyboard a few years ago and haven’t gone back to a traditional one since. For me, I think I like the whimsy of them and the ability to see your keys if you are working in a dimly
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The Ring Floodlight wired plus is a great system. It allows you to monitor any location. You can set a select area to monitor. The flood light is sold in black and white. The setup is quick and easy. You can scan the QR code on the device and follow the on-screen directions. The box includes all mounting and connector
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I recently purchased this Hp Bluetooth travel mouse. It’s lightweight and has a sleek design. I like the shape and it glides well over any surface. It connects to my computer in seconds. It has a scroll wheel and two customizable buttons on the left-hand side. You can also download software for customizing the buttons. So far it seems to
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intro:0:00 product overview:1:15 Display settings video:1:36 alarm without light video:2:08 mood light video:2:22 energizing light wakeup video:2:49 App overview video:3:44 Lighting settings and tones using app:6:01 Cons and final thoughts:11:32 Price: $89 to $90 USD (price will vary by retailer) The Beurer wake up lamp is a unique product. It offers a time display, radio, and alarm settings. The wake
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I thought I’d share some more of my favorite products of 2020. I’ve tried a number of products this year that I found very useful.
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header image provided by Pixabay Let’s face it many of us are participating in more virtual meetings these days. And like it or not we might end up with a less then optimal video and audio feed. I think we’ve all attended or viewed a meeting where you can’t make out what the person is saying. Or their video feed
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intro/tv overviews:0:00 Pros Fire TV: 1:09 Android tv: 3:18 Cons Fire TV: 4:22 Android TV: 6:03 Prices: 6:48 Toshiba 32 inch $139.99 USD (Amazon and Best Buy) Android tv $248.00 USD (Walmart) I thought I’d share my thoughts on both these products. Since I own both a fire and an Android TV it’s worth sharing what the pros and cons
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Intro:0:00 connection video:1:20 extra info:2:24 Price: 5:57 I was able to select a review a free set of Monster lights thanks to Try It Sampling. This set of 2 LED lights can be added onto an existing set of Monster DIGIT light set. I shared about this set a few weeks back. The lights can be mounted on the wall
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header image provided by Pixabay If your like me and use your devices throughout the day you may want to try Dark Mode. Dark mode dims or darkens your app or desktop background. I thought I’d share a few ways you can activate it via social media. I’ve read a few post stating Dark Mode may help save battery life.
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header image was provided by Astra Affiliate program. To clarify I am an affiliate and an Astra user. I am not an expert but I thought I’d share the info. A few weeks ago I shared about WordPress themes. Again when I’m referring to WordPress I’m talking about WordPress.org, not WordPress.com. I have nothing against WordPress.com but I liked the
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Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Sales or promotions are subject to change. Visit the link for full details. Some promos may not be combined with other offers. Here are a few deals that Belkin are having right now. Visit the links for full details. GET CONNECTED, GET MORE DONE! Shop our Belkin & Linksys home office essentials that will
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Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Sales or promotions are subject to change. Visit the link for full details. Some promos may not be combined with other offers. Here are some deals Belkin is currently having. Visit the links for full info. GET CONNECTED, GET MORE DONE! Shop our Belkin & Linksys home office essentials that will keep you productive
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I’ve been a member of Betabound for a few years now. They are a great community. They offer a variety of testing platforms. I’ve tested a few different software products for them. You can earn gift card payments for your participateion. You may also have extended testing opportunities from other sites Betabound partners with. When you join a partner group
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Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Sales or promotions are subject to change. Visit the link for full details. Some promos may not be combined with other offers. Here are some deals that Belkin is currently having. GET CONNECTED, GET MORE DONE! Shop our Belkin & Linksys home office essentials that will keep you productive while you are at home.
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thumbnail image provided by pixabay.com I recently found out that one of my videos was being displayed on another website. Like many of you would think I wasn’t very happy about it. I contacted the website and my video has been removed but I thought I’d share how you can handle this issue as well. If you have an issue
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Update 3/18/2020 This wireless mouse is no longer available via Amazon but I’ll add a link to a similar one below. This was a review from 2016. https://amzn.to/2wmzPhh
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Update 3/16/2020 this was a video review from 2016. This product isn’t sold via amazon at the moment but I’ll add a link to a similar one. Original product link https://amzn.to/2TU0ta7 Similar product link
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Update 3/16/2020: This was a product review from 2016. These exact clips aren’t available via Amazon at the moment. I found a similar style that may fit your needs. These are a single cable clip but still a similar product idea. A nice set of 8 Sumsonic 3-slot cable clips. They have an adhesive backing so they stay in place
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Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Sales or promotions are subject to change. Visit the link for full details. Some promos may not be combined with other offers. Belkin has a few great deals this week. Visit the links for full details. Some offers may be while supplies last. $20 Off Belkin BOOST↑UP™ Wireless Charging Dock for iPhone + Apple
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Recently I was in the need of a new mouse pad and wrist pad. My original set was starting to look a bit worn and showing signs of age. I had always used the gel wrist pads and mouse pads until a few years ago when I tried and reviewed a memory foam mouse pad set.
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I shared a post earlier this week discussing routers. I thought I’d share a bit more about the recent router I purchased. I needed a router a few weeks back. I’ve added a few more tech devices to my home network so I needed to boost my wi-fi signal.
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header image provided by Pixabay With so much tech being added to our homes we may need to buy a router. I didn’t think I needed one until I began adding some more streaming and wi-fi connected devices to my existing ISP provider modem. I noticed that I was experiencing a slow connection on some devices and had lag when
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As I mentioned in my original I thought I’d share some of the features the Wonderboom speaker offers. Original video link https://youtu.be/t1SITpRfcXc It’s water-resistant (to a degree) You can link two Wonderboom speakers together for more dynamic sound Music tracks provided in Wondershare Filmora 8 video editor Synching track used was Drift – Drift The track used in the video
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In the prior post, I shared about how I opted to use Gleam for my giveaways. Well, today I’d like to share the reason why. Aside from the fact that you can set up a free account that is very versatile. I’d like to share more about the site and ease of use in general. Just a reminder that some
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interesting info. Nikon products that are imported and initially sold by anyone other than Nikon Inc. USA are considered Gray Market products. Learn more about identifying Gray Market products. Source: What are Gray Market Products?
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A heads up for any fellow YouTube ad users Every video in elite ad program will be scrutinized by human reviewers, and the bar has been raised for joining the program. Source: YouTube adds stricter rules for creator ad monetization
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Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Sales or promotions are subject to change. Visit the link for full details. Some promos may not be combined with other offers. Belkin is having a sale on a few different accessories on sale. visit the links below for full info. $20 Off Belkin BOOST↑UP™ Wireless Charging Dock for iPhone + Apple Watch +
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Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Sales or promotions are subject to change. Visit the link for full details. Some promos may not be combined with other offers. Belkin is having some great deals right now. Visit the links for full info. Friends and Family Sale! Use code: SAVEBIG2019, enjoy 25% Off everything site wide. Offer ends 12/11, exclusions apply
I had someone post a comment recently that got me to thinking about giving you all an update about the Seagate external hard drives i’ve shared over the years. I do still have both the Backup Hub and the desktop hard drive. Backup Hub I’ve had this one since July of 2017 and it works great. I don’t use it
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header image provided by Pixabay This morning when I turned on my phone I noticed I had a very random text message. Granted we may all get text messages. Some may be personal or others may be more along the lines of marketing. I’ve had my fair share of spam messages over the years but this one this morning was
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I thought I’d share something I noticed recently. The YouTube Studio Uploader has some updates. They make the uploader a bit more streamlined and it’s easy to follow too. There have been some new features added such as the section where you can mark your videos if they are meant for children along with age restrictions too. I did share
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Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Sales or promotions are subject to change. Visit the link for full details. Some promos may not be combined with other offers. Belkin has a number of Pre-Black Friday deals. They end Dec 2nd, 2019 Some items may be while supplies last as well. Visit the link to learn more. Pre-Black Friday Deals! $10
intro image source https://www.pexels.com/ I just thought I’d share some thoughts on the topic and see what you all have to say about it as well. For those of you who weren’t aware of the topic, you can check out the article below. Instagram was going to begin testing a hiding likes feature for certain users on 11/11/19. https://www.wired.com/story/instagram… Do
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header image provided by Pexels For those of you who haven’t heard Instagram is testing out a new test feature (if we can call it that). They will be hiding likes. Or better yet the likes will still be there but only visible to you. You can read a bit more about this by visiting the NPR link I found.
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header image source Pixabay I’ve had IGTV for a few months now I use it periodically and like how easy it is to upload a video fairly quickly (depends on your internet speed). I also like that IGTV allows you to upload a video over a minute long too. So that’s a plus for people who want to share their
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I bought a Blue Ice snowball mic a few weeks back. So far I like it and it’s great. But the only con i found was the tripod stand. You can check out the video below to see what I mean Since I have limited desk space I found the tripod mount to be a bit annoying. For me and
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Epson EcoTank ET-3760 I was recently allowed to beta test this Epson EcoTank ET-3760 printer. This is a newer printer as far as I know. It’s a nice all in one printer. It can copy, scan and print. You can also connect it wirelessly to your network with wifi. It also has an app that allows you to print from
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Epson XP 6000 Inkjet printer (2019 update) I thought I’d post an updated video for the Epson XP-6000 printer. I’d had a few questions about it so I figured I’d address them. original video link https://youtu.be/BsJuAoABhGo Original video description This Epson XP-6000 printer is very compact and easy to use. it offers a print, scan and copy feature. It also
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I thought I’d share some info about an app I recently started to use. You can apply for missions and share your opinions on various topics. The missions are paid and the pay may vary. You may have a few activities depending on the mission. I’ve tested shirts and a music service so far. You can learn more by visiting
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I’ve been using dscout for a few weeks now. I originally signed up for an account for a Bullseye Insiders project. I wasn’t selected for it but I kept the app installed anyway. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been apart of two missions that dscout offered.
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YouTube Studio Upload Beta Vlog I thought I’d share with you how to use the new YouTube studio Upload Beta looks like. I walk you through the upload process using the new uploader. it’s easy to use and has a nice tab interface. I like that the end screen can be added once the video is processed. Share your thoughts
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I purchased the Seagate Desktop 8TB External Hard Drive during Amazon Prime day this year. It’s a nice size and is compact. It does include a power cable and USB cable. The power adapter has a variety of plug options for various outlets around the world. It doesn’t have an on or off switch nor does it have a power
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Starting today Belkin has 30 percent off select items. Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Use Code INCAR30 sale ends 8/17/19 Belkin Exclusive Deals Page Here are a few of the products that are eligible for this deal Wireless Charging Vent Mount 10W – Wireless Car Charger Premium Car Vent Mount You can check out these an all the other
How to create an ADS txt file In this video, I share how to create an Ads txt file. If you use Google Adsense you may have seen a banner stating that your site may be at risk because your site doesn’t have an Ads txt file. I know I have. Doing my search i saw a few other people
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Best Buy is having some sales that may interest some of you. You can visit the links for full info. Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. Sale Ends Sunday 6/9/2019 Save up to $400 on MacBook and MacBook ProSave up to $200 on iPad ProSave $150 on Sharp 55” Class Smart 4K TV with HDR Roku TVSave $90 on WD
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UPDATE 5/23/2019: So on Wed. 5/22/2019 a whole 24 hours and 30 something minutes after my customer service appointment was supposed to be handled I had a voice mail from a very nice AT&T rep. You can listen to it below I also went back to check the Ufix service message and it’s still listed as being delayed. You would
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The Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone is easy to set up and has a plug-in-play technology. All you do is plug it into your computers USB port and it should connect. My unboxing video shows you how I set it up. This product is sold at a variety of stores. online or in store. It’s sold in black or white.
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Save 50% off on select products at Belkin. You can visit the link to view more information. Some restrictions and exclusions may apply. Use code STEAL50 at checkout to save. 50% OFF Belkin Steals and Deals
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I recently noticed that my backlit keyboard was starting to show signs of wear. Basically, the letters were starting to be scratched or rubbed off. You can see the video review here . All in all for being a gaming keyboard it worked well for my daily use. After searching for a few keyboard options I found the one I
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Starting today through Dec. 28 (2018) Belkin is having an after Christmas sale. Discount will be applied at check out. Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. You can learn more by visiting the link provided. Save up to $85 on Belkin.com* 26-28 Dec. 2018 Belkin also has a sale running until Jan. 2nd 2019 as well. You can see qualifying
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Belkin has a percentage off during their Cyber Monday Sale. You can check out the link below for full info. Happy #CyberMonday! You can receive 25% OFF* Belkin.com with code: CYBER18 Valid – NOV 26, 2018 at midnight through NOV 27, 2018 at midnight
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Header image source Pexels Now that I covered free video editors I thought I’d share with all of you a few paid versions. You can read my first post on video editors here. As i also shared in the first post many free versions have an upgrade or pro version. So let’s start with those. For instance Movie Maker has
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header image source pexels.com When it comes to video editors there are many options. It can be overwhelming when you start the search off and end up with 50 different results. So I thought I’d create a list of some video editors that are great for beginners. I’ll start from the most basic to some that offer a few more features.
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