The Gem Sound GM-16 unidirectional microphone is not all it is cracked up to be.  It does produce good sound through the use of appropriate sound mixing techniques and proper amplification techniques but the microphone itself is not well made.  The first microphone I received was improperly manufactured and the cord that led from the main amplification unit to the microphone did not f...

I own the RCA 32 inch SDTV with digital tuner.  This particular television set is not the greatest.  When it was brand new it worked very well.  This television did not have any problems until recently.  I did notice a little glare in the store but that did not render into my final decision on purchasing this television.  When it was home it did have some glare but that...

I recently needed new tires for my 2005 Toyota Highlander.  My previous tires had grown bald and needed replacing prior to the winter season.  After researching I came upon the Michelin LTX MS tire.  After purchasing these tires I honestly can't be happier.  The new tires not only handle well in dry and wet conditions but being in the northeast with our recent snowfall a...

I purchased my Timberland boots at the outlets when on sale and have continued to be impressed by their quality.  I have owned 3 pairs in the last 8 years.  They are very durable boots to say the least.  The waterproof feature is great especially in the northeast where we deal with snow and ice.  I wear these while shoveling snow and chipping ice and my feet stay warm and dr...

I received the Pittsburgh Steelers Multifunction Watch as a present and have thought very highly of this watch since receiving it.  It is a very sturdy steel design which adds to it being a Steelers Watch.  It has the logo in the top center portion of the watch.  Also inside are dials that indicate the day, date and a 24 hour time period.  The watch came with an incredible 1...

I am a proud owner of the classic Nike style, Air Force One High.  The Air Force Ones are very comfortable and are definitely a classic.  The style is something young and old can relate to.  I have had a few pairs previously and they each have lasted a long time.  I am expecting the same quality of these.  They have held up in pick-up basketball games and have provided ...

I have been chewing Altoids Cinnamon Gum for the past few years.  Altoids Cinnamon Gum is sugar free which is a wonderful thing for those who don't want sugar to mess up their teeth.  The cinnamon gum is very strong, or as Altoids would state, curiously strong.  The flavor lasts for hours.  I enjoy chewing it for a quick pick me up or even when I have an upset stomach.&n...

I initially enjoyed having a small portable MP3 player.  The IPOD Shuffle was small, portable and didn't require a steep learning curve.  The audio quality was adequate and it had enough storage to get me through to and from work.  The battery life was not very impressive only lasting 3-5 hours total.  The shuffles earbuds were equally as unimpressive.  I also do no...

I have been wearing Nautica Loose Fit Jeans for a few years now and love the style and fit.  They are loose in the crotch and have wide leg openings suited better for going over the tops of work boots.  Another great feature of these jeans is they have ample room in the seat for those gentlemen with larger posteriors.  These jeans are by far the most comfortable I have ever worn....

I have owned and gladly worn the Timberland Waterproof Classic Chukka in the black smooth leather for quite a few years now.  The chukka boot is a half boot which can lend itself to being a bit dressier than the taller Timberland boots.  The leather is initially stiff but after you wear them a few times it eases and they feel great.  These are very durable boots.  I have had...

I am writing this for my son who received this particular Spider-Man toy for Christmas.  Upon opening his present, his eyes were wide with joy and he immediately wanted Spider-Man out of the box.  As soon as the toy was out of the box, my son held him tightly and hugged him with care.  He loved it when he squeezed Spider-Man's hand and there was noise.  It was even bette...

The Garmin Nuvi 350 is a great GPS for the beginner which I am.  It was ready to go right out of the box, all you had to do is charge it up or plug it into your car and away you go.  It was spot on accurate in providing directions to the address I specified.  The voice alert feature is awesome, it not only tells you about 200 feet prior to turning but right before you need to tur...

I own the Panasonic ES7056S Vortex Triple Head HydraClean Men's Shaver.  I have never had a closer or smoother shave than with this shaver.  I have in the past used several brands of electric shavers and went back to using a manual razor which got close to the skin but at the cost of occasional nicks and scrapes.  This shaver gave me smooth skin with no rough patches, no bump...

The Sony Playstation 2 is great for gamers of all ages.  It is coming of age though and is starting to lack in the game selection.  This console is a great middle ground because of its cost.  There is no sense in spending an arm and a leg to get the next generation system when this system still has great appeal.  The size of the system is amazingly thin for all that comes on...

I love Super Collapse 3.  Super Collapse 3 is a fun and exciting game of knocking down the blocks.  This game will get your brain juice flowing as it makes you think strategy in order to score in many of its rounds.  It has regular collapse, Slider, Continuous, and Countdown.  The graphics are basic because it is just blocks but when you start to play it doesn't matter.&...

I am disappointed by Uniden and their 20-mile 2-way radio set.  The range does not even come close to achieving 20 miles let alone 5.  It does allow for multiple channels and a NOAA alert channel.  The issues are with battery life, reliability, and reception.  The battery life is dismal only lasting a couple hours at most on a single charge.  The reliability is bottom s...

The iLuv I177BLK iPod speaker system is not only a great speaker system but dual functions as an alarm clock.  This system not only allows you to listen to the radio, but allows you to listen to your iPod.  The neat feature of this system is you can actually choose what you want to wake up to in the morning.  If you want you can wake up to a loud buzzer, the radio, or one of your...

The Sony Cybershot DSC-S650 is an average point and shoot camera.  It is good for taking regular pictures and capturing video but does not have the quality of other cameras.  This camera has a large LCD viewfinder but lacks an optical viewfinder which in some cases is needed.  The biggest flaw of this particular camera is the shutter lag.  I have missed some great shots beca...

Summers Lab Triple Paste is the best diaper rash ointment on the market.  Forget about Balmex, A&D Ointment, Desitin, or even Butt Paste.  This is truly the best on the market.  My son recently had a slight diaper rash.  I had tried all the other brands of diaper rash creams and ointments and none came close to helping clear up this issue.  A friend told me about Tr...

The KitchenAid KCM5110B 10-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker is great to wake up to.  It is programmable so you can have your coffee ready right when you get up.  You can make small batches or go for the full 10 cups if you want.  This coffeemaker even has a filter for the water which is nice if you forget to fill your Brita.  I love my coffeemaker because it makes great coffee.&...