Saturday, March 31, 2007

woot'll turn your knees black...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. Shopping.com Prices 3. BizRate.com Prices
4. Froogle Prices 5. Smarter.com Prices 6. Yahoo Shopping Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon... has it... no review though.... just more details
... Ultrex Travel Mug Coffee maker... i must say, i love this idea... its so hard to find a coffee maker that can fit a travel mug these days... well, at least a cheap one... i don't know what i would do if my single cup coffee maker wasn't tall enought to fit my travel mug... and i'm totally serious about this, btw... totally... as far as i'm concerned, this woot is completely ribs... more ribs than you understand... trust a sister.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Coffes and Teas on Shopzilla ... cuz yummy coffees and teas make the world a litle brighter... somehow

Refresher: Today's Woot
Ultrex 415994 Travel Mug Coffee Maker - $12.99
Features:
  • * Stainless Steel, 14 oz. Thermal Travel Coffee Mugs with Handles Fit Most Car Cup Holders
  • * Coffee Mug Lids are angled for better flow and have a two-position (open/close) hole cover.
  • * Punctuated bullet points... how tacky.

Thursday, March 29, 2007

Uniden what?

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. BizRate.com Prices 3. Smarter.com Prices
4. Shopping.com Prices 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices 6. PriceGrabber Prices
7. MSN Shopping Prices 8. NexTag Prices 9. Froogle Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... 4 stars... nice 2. CNET.com.. users score it a 9
...little too late to talk about this one... just check the comparison blogs to be sure... cuter if it were pink, though.... nite nite.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Uniden Cordless Phones on Shopzilla ... cuz they got a "grip"

Refresher: Today's Woot
Uniden 5.8Ghz Digital Cordless Phone with Dual Handsets - $29.99 (refurbished)
Features:
  • 5.8GHz Expandable cordless system
  • Caller ID, call waiting caller ID
  • 100 Dynamic caller ID/memory locations
  • Animation/battery/clock displays
  • New message waiting indication
  • Handset speakerphone
  • Intercom/call transfer between handsets
  • Eng/Fr/Spa language support
  • 20 Distinctive ring types (10 melodies/10 ring tones)
  • Headset jack
  • Room/baby monitoring capability
  • System can be expanded to 10 handsets total (only one phone jack needed)
  • Mute/hold/redial
  • Wall mountable
  • Battery level indicator
  • Directlink mode
  • Silver and gray with an orange LCD

projector woots are my faves... life size...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopping.com Prices 2. Shopzilla Prices 3. BizRate.com Prices
4. Yahoo Shopping Prices 5. Smarter.com Prices 6. Froogle Prices
7. NexTag Prices 8. PriceGrabber Prices 9. MSN Shopping Prices.. .nothin
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... lots...some with greate reviews
...this one is not very easy to find on teh comparison pricing engines... so i had to go with the next best and find other optoma 720p projectors... i did the rankings on this one based soley on how i thought the search results looked per engine... cuz that's whats most important when comparing a product to not the same product... i think...anywho...projectors, as you regulars know, are key in playing life size guitar hero... one of my favorite party activities... so i say get it... woot projector deals are usually pretty darn good... too bad its not a cooler color.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Projector Screens on Shopping.com ... cuz not everyone has pretty, clean white walls... that's boring

Refresher: Today's Woot
Optoma HD32 720p High Definition DLP Projector = $789.99
Features:
  • Native 720p High Definition DLP home theater projector
  • Bright 1000 lumens with 4000:1 contrast ration (with ImageAI)
  • Native widescreen with a 16:9 aspect ration
  • ImageAI technology adjusts light intensity output to deliver remarkable contrast levels
  • Whisper quiet at 28db to ensure quiet operation
  • Incorporates BrilliantColor color processing technology for vivid images and amazing color clarity

Wednesday, March 28, 2007

monitoring that pressure since 1979...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. Yahoo Shopping Prices 3. PriceGrabber Prices
4. MSN Shopping Prices 5. NexTag Prices 6. Froogle Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... no ratings...... just details
...soooo... yeeeah... um... ... this woot could be amazing... i'm waiting to see the reaction... seems like a good deal... though i'm usually not a fan of the "non-sweet electroics" woots... this is close, but i'm not sure... tire pressure monitoring, on the other hand, is key for effective gas milage efficiency adjustments (according to that radio commercial i often hear)... so if that's your thing, go for it... a few of the comparison shopping engines fell off the wagon on this one.. but they're semi-useful... though, not very... so be warned... also, this woot might serve as a good easter basket stuffer for those grease monkey hubbies/boyfriends some of us ladies have... indeed.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Crazy Useful Auto Repair Tools on Shopzilla ... cuz some of us just can't get up the nerve to pay for AAA

Refresher: Today's Woot
Valet 9104 4-Sensor Tire Pressure Monitoring System with Display - $99.99
Features:
  • Measures pressure & temperature in all 4 tires
  • Pre-programmed sensors supplied in sleep mode to preserve battery life
  • Fast leakage warning
  • Adjustable pressure level settings
  • Tire rotation “on-screen”
  • Easy installation
  • High temperature warning
  • On board diagnostics, self checks after each vehicle start
  • Configurable display settins (PSI, Bar,°F, °C)
  • Early fault detection
  • Not dependant on reference value, reads actual conditions
  • Able to detect multiple leakages at one time
  • Suitable for run-flat tires
  • Suitable for spare tire
  • Much more precise than indirect systems
  • Works while stationary and moving
  • Wide operational band

Tuesday, March 27, 2007

who's comfortable with lacrosse?.... not me...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopping.com Prices 2. Shopzilla Prices 3. Smarter.com Prices
4. BizRate.com Prices 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices 6. Froogle Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon... 2 stars... 1 review
...2fers are cheap... this is a steal... whether you can actually find use for one of these things is another story... but for the price, two of these things are redunk... useful linkage doubts the usefulness of this product... too bad there wasn't some kinda usefulness de la productage blog... hmmm...???
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Silk Boxers on Shopzilla ... cuz that's true comfort... for men OR ladies... i'm precious

Refresher: Today's Woot
2 Lacrosse Indoor Comfort Meters - $9.99
Features:
  • Indoor Temperature (°F)
  • Indoor Humidity (RH)
  • Indoor Humidity Bar Graph
  • Records MIN x%x MAX Humidity
  • Indoor Comfort Level Icon
  • Records MIN & MAX Temperature
  • Temperature and humidity check intervals: every 8 seconds
  • Wall Hanging or Free Standing
  • Actual Size: 5.63” x 6” x 0.75”
  • Indoor Humidity Range : 1% to 99%
  • Indoor Temperature Range : 14.2°F to 122°F
  • Power Requirement: 2 “AAA” Alkaline Batteries

Monday, March 26, 2007

a twista... a twista...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. Shopping.com Prices 3. BizRate.com Prices
4. Yahoo Shopping Prices 5. PriceGrabber Prices 6. Smarter.com Prices
7. MSN Shopping Prices 8. NexTag Prices 9. Froogle Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon... 4.5 or 5 stars EASY... and they've got TONS of reviews
...show me one person who DOESN't want a dyson vacuum... i know you can't... man these things seem amazing... i wish i had the guts to buy one... i've been unable to buy a vacuum for more than $30 for my whole life... i'm workin on it though... but yeah... this is a good woot... obviously its dope... look on amazon... bazillions of reviews... all good... and the lowr reach attachment is crucial... that's an extra $49 easy... good woot, woot.. plus its a cute color
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Decorating Tips from Domino on Shopzilla ... cuz Domino's a smart magazine... hip, etc... trust me... i used to subscribe

Refresher: Today's Woot
Dyson DC07 Low Reach Vacuum - $299.99
Features:
  • # Has all of the features of a DC07 steel/yellow plus a Dyson-engineered low reach floor tool that cleans easily under sofas and beds and adjusts for bare floors and carpets
  • # Low reach floor tool for easier cleaning under low furniture. Attaches to the reversible wand to clean hard to reach places such as under beds and sofas.
  • # 17’ quick-draw hose - Just press the catch and the 17ft hose is ready to use
  • # Approved for allergy sufferers - The British Allergy Foundation aims to improve awareness of and treatment of allergies and advises people of allergy-friendly products to buy.
  • # DCO7 uses Root Cyclone technology to maintain constant suction and to remove even the smallest particles of dust, which is why it has been endorsed by BAF.
  • # Hygienic and quick to empty – You don’t have to touch the dust, just pull the trigger.

Saturday, March 24, 2007

polaroid huh?... does it leave the space to write funny comments at the bottom?...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices... at 6 4. PriceGrabber Prices... at 4 2. Shopping.com Prices... at 3
3. Yahoo Shopping Prices... at 2 5. MSN Shopping Prices... at 2 6. Froogle Prices... at 8
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon... 3 stars...
...polaroid's better at making polaroid pictures... but they're ok with digitals... my mom has this same camera... i'm not gonna say its great... but it gets the job done... perfect for the old lady that doesn't have a concept of digital photo quality... go ahead and get it... the comparison sites don't come within $50... polaroid is a decent brand... etc... five reviews on amazon give it a C basically... so keep that in mind... holler.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Polaroid Digital Camera Accessories on Shopzilla ... cuz you'll need thems too

Refresher: Today's Woot
Polaroid 4 Megapixel Digital Camera - $49.99
Features:
  • 4 megapixel camera for photo-quality 11×17-inch prints
  • 4x digital zoom
  • Built-in flash with red-eye reduction
  • Can capture video and be used as PC Web cam
  • 16MB internal memory
  • Compatible with SD and MMC memory cards
  • Sensor pixels: CCD 1/2.5-inch; 4.2 megapixels
  • Focal length equivalent: f3.0
  • Display: LCD TFT 1.5-inch
  • Viewfinder: Optical viewfinder
  • ISO equivalent: Auto 100/200/400
  • Shutter speed: 1/4 to 1/2000 seconds
  • Max. Memory Supported: 512MB
  • Flash Modes: Auto, Fill, Red-Eye, Off
  • White Balance: Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent
  • Memory card compatibility: Secure Digital, MultiMedia
  • Data port: USB
  • Compatibility: PC, Mac
  • Movie mode: AVI, 640×480

Friday, March 23, 2007

from woot off to a crappy memory card... yaay

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. Shopping.com Prices 3. BizRate.com Prices
4. Yahoo Shopping Prices 5. PriceGrabber Prices 6. Smarter.com Prices
7. MSN Shopping Prices 8. NexTag Prices 9. Froogle Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon gave it an interesting score...
...ooooo not too sure about this one... but that monkey doll sure was hot... anyone get one?
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL SD Memory Cards UNDER $25 on Shopzilla ... cuz something's gotta be beter... right?... maybe not

Refresher: Today's Woot
Connect3D 4GB Secure Digital Memory Card - $24.99
Features:
  • Cryptographic Security
  • Non-volatile solid-state
  • High Storage Capacity
  • Low battery consumption
  • Operating shock rating of 2,000 G’s
  • Fast Data transfer
  • Lightweight
  • Operating voltage 2.7V – 3.6V
  • Unrecognizable by most digital cameras
  • Great for keeping an M&M off your carpet

Thursday, March 22, 2007

woot-offf!!! start your engines...

unfortunately, tonights the worst night of the month to keep track of this woot off... lots of papers to grade... i'm gonna work on gettin a little woot-off checker on the blog, but that'll take some time... which i don't have tonight... so just check all the wootoff items on Shopzilla since they're usually best... if i get a time, i'll update later... sorry for those who count on me... i know there are only a few... but still... i'll make it up to you later... you'll see.... oops got one... but no way i have time to useful linkage all night... say thanks to cainkar and do a keyword search on shopzilla... see what comes up... ight... nite nite kiddies.

Tuesday, March 20, 2007

this is a woot... hello... did you hear what i said...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopping.com Prices...9 2. Yahoo Shopping Prices...8 6. Froogle Prices...8
3. PriceGrabber Prices...3 4. MSN Shopping Prices...2 5. NexTag Prices...1
7. Shopzilla Prices... 2 8. Shopzilla Prices... 1 more
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... 3.5 stars... 2. CNET.com... 6.7 of 10
...solid woot... good reviews... good amount of coverage on the comparison sites... shopzilla got kinda sloppy with it (not categorized that nicely), but still good comparison shopping help... might as well go for it... ya know what i mean?... you'd look silly walking around the grocery store with out a bluetooth headset piece stuck on your ear... these things are a must have accessorie... even when you're not on the phone... bluetooth is key for the spring season... yes.. get it... again... get it.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Cell Phones on Shopzilla ... cuz cell phones are dope and they go with this thing like flies on dumpsters

Refresher: Today's Woot
Mustek MBT-H120 Bluetooth Headset - $14.99
Features:
  • # Crystal clear sound with sensitive microphone
  • # Reversible hook to wear comfortably on either ear
  • # Up to 5.5 hours of talk time and 100 hours standby
  • # Compatible with Bluetooth enabled devices such as mobile phones, PDAs, and Laptops
  • # Includes power adapter and soft carrying pouch
  • # Operation range: Up to 10 meters

Monday, March 19, 2007

the fan you thought was nothing.. is really something...

Comparison Sites for OTHER flexible USB Fans:
1. Shopzilla Prices... i like 2. Yahoo Shopping Prices... i love 3. Shopping.com Prices... i like more
4. NexTag Prices... i ejoy 5. Froogle Prices... i don't care 6. MSN Shopping Prices... i ponder
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon's got some selection...
...this thing seems awesome... too bad there's no good listings on the comparison sites or review sites to help us out... though, it's so cheap, i don't see how it could possibly be bad... flexible usb fans are all the rage with the twenty-somethings these days... so just get it... at the very least, it'll get that chick from accounting you've been wanting to meet to stop by your cubicle and be like, "what the heck is that thing".... that's how it all starts... right? ... $5... so simple... look out ladies.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Laptops on Shopping.com ... cuz you need a notebook to plug a notebook fan into, dur...

Refresher: Today's Woot
Compaq USB Notebook Fan – 2 Pack - $5.99
Features:
  • * Flexible coil fan
  • * USB connectivity
  • * Bus powered
  • * System Requirements: Available USB Port
  • * Mac compatible!!!
  • * Package Contents: Cooling Fan, Quick Installation Guide, Warranty Information
  • * Instant single lady/fella finder
  • * Hook this baby up at the office, and the rest is history
  • * Woot promises

Sunday, March 18, 2007

back on the projector tip... me likey...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Smarter.com Prices... 26 bizzles 2. Shopzilla Prices... 25 bizzles 3. PriceGrabber Prices... 21 bizzles
4. Froogle Prices... 19 bizzles 5. BizRate.com Prices... 17 bizzles 6. Yahoo Shopping Prices... 13 bizzles
7. Shopping.com Prices... 12 bizzles 8. MSN Shopping Prices... 7 bizzles 9. NexTag Prices... 2 bizzles
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon's got details...... but no reviews yet 2. CNET.com... is the same
...love woot's projector deals... love... woot's got any online merchant beat by a solid $100... easy... smarter.com has a merchant that comes close... but no cigar... now, i'm not going to say that a planar projector is the best of all projectors... but, for the price, this is a good deal... there's no real reviews, so i assume this thing isn't SUPER popular... infocus is probably my favorite projector (woot's too, apparently)... though this is on infocus dlp projector, its still good... and i say you get it... as i've stated in past projector blogs... life size guitar hero II is the only reason you need... a good projector makes it possible... instant party... i promise... do it.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Projector Accessories listed on Shopzilla ... cuz if you buy something new... you MUST accessorize

Refresher: Today's Woot
Planar PR6020 Mobile High Bright DLP Projector - $899.99
Features:
  • Bright: 2000 ANSI lumens XGA DLP® Projector bright enough for any meeting from a conference or hotel room to a restaurant
  • Ultra-light weight, just 2.8 pounds, for the road warrior who wants to travel light
  • Two brightness modes: economy and standard lets you adjust to the room environment and extend the lamp life
  • Long lamp life – up to 3000 hours in economy (ECO) mode stretches your investment
  • Full-featured remote control with laser pointer and page up/down control for seamless presentations
  • The Planar PR6020 ships bundled with everything you need. including the deluxe carry and storage case and all the accessories or cables (power cord, laser pointer remote, USB cable, computer cable, and AV cable)
  • Professional features include: all-glass zoom lens, digital keystone correction, tripod mountable, quiet operation with just 38dBA in economy (ECO) mode, full function keypad, SXGA+ compatible (1400×1050), UXGA compatible, HDTV compatible (720p and 1080i)
  • 1W built-in speaker for multi-media presentations
  • Anti-theft security features with built-in Kensington® Security lock slot
  • Planar's industry-leading Customer First™ warranty, with free two-day advance replacement for two years including free shipping both directions

Friday, March 16, 2007

flash fryers... good food AND clogged arteries?!?!?.. a southern ladies dream...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopping.com Prices 2. Shopzilla Prices 3. Smarter.com Prices
4. Froogle Prices 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices 6. PriceGrabber Prices
7. BizRate.com Prices 8. MSN Shopping Prices 9. NexTag nopers
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon... info, but no review
...this is what woot come's up with for St. Patty's Day??... i guess i can see it... we drink a lot on this pseudo-holiday... we love eating fried foods when we drink a lot... yes... it all make sense... geniuses in the woot offices... geniuses... if you dont' have a flash fryer... you need one... french fries are much better fried... oven baked is icky... they call them "fries" for a reason... hello... get one.... p.s. have a safe St. Patty's y'all... don't be surprised if i miss the useful linkage tomorrow (insert alcoholic jessie joke here)... nitenite.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
Shopzilla has a Solid Selection of Deep Fryers Under $50 ... cuz these may just be better

Refresher: Today's Woot
Ultrex Flash Fryer - $19.99
Features:
  • # Enjoy flash fried favorites like cheese sticks, fried mushrooms and fish and chips
  • # Durable and attractive stainless steel base and lid.
  • # Fry basket features a folding lid for compact storage and provides room for small portions and individual servings
  • # Magnetic power cord detaches when tugged to help prevent the fryer from getting pulled off the counter
  • # 1400 watts of heating power
  • # Fry Baskets with Cool Touch Handle
  • # Adjustable Temperature Control with settings from 300-375 degrees Fahrenheit
  • # Enameled Oil Tank -MAX and MIN oil fill lines are marked inside the oil tank
  • # Oil tank, lid and basket are dishwasher safe
  • # Wipe clean control panel, element and base
  • # Indicator Light
  • # Automatic Safety Switch
  • # Measures approximately 10.25×9.25×9.25

you knew you should've sprung for that AAA membership...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopping.com Prices... proof 2. Shopzilla Prices... in the 3. Froogle Prices... pudding
...no jack... weak... that's the funnest part... the comparison sites don't have a lot, but they do have some... which tells me its a real product this time... being prepared is key... so if you don't have one of these types of things in your trunk (and too many of you don't), then DEFINTELY get it... you'll be happy you did when that rotten day comes... you'll be on your way home from some sweet deserts at the local penguins... then BLAM... flat tire... you don't need the jack i mentioned earlier, cuz most spare tires have one with it... but you'll be glad you had this thing to keep motorists off your arse, help you see, keep you safe, etc... anyways... just get it... you need it.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
Lots of Emergency Kits on Amazon.com to peep... ... cuz someone's gotta do it

Refresher: Today's Woot
Excalibur Emergency Roadside Kit - $14.99
Features:
  • Jumper cables (8 foot length; color coded copper clamps; heavy duty 10 gauge cable)
  • 300psi Air compressor (12 volt DC/10a; 118" DC power cord; 16" air hose; sports and accessory tips included)
  • 3-in-1 Flashlight with fluorescent worklight and orange emergency flasher (requires
  • 3 D batteries, not included)
  • Tire Pressure gauge (measures up to 50psi)
  • Triangle reflector
  • Work gloves
  • Bungee cord
  • Pliers
  • Screwdriver (interchangeable phillips/flat head)
  • Roll of 1-7/8" thick electrical tape
  • Canvas carry bag

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

it's here... the moment we've all been waiting for...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices... good showing 2. Shopping.com Prices...nice 3. Froogle Prices... pretty good
4. BizRate.com Prices... decent 5. PriceGrabber Prices... solid 6. Yahoo Shopping Prices... fine
7. MSN Shopping Prices... eh 8. NexTag Prices... eh 9. Smarter.com Prices...eh
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... 4 STARS...... Ed McMahon stylez
...interesting selection to be sure.. apparently there's more senior citizens using woot than i thought... howeveer, this particular blood preasure monitor DOES get good reviews on amazon... and woot's got it new, for half the price you can find anywhere else... some of the comparison engines DO have a decent amount of merchants selling this thing, but none come close to woot's price... maybe its not for geriatrics, but for those of us who are just now starting to think about our new years resolutions... yes... that's it... wooters are horrible procrastinators... good call woot... thanks for the kick in the a$$... now i'll lose that 7 lbs for sure... if i were to buy it i mean... which i wont... cuz i never do... anyways... who's gearing up for the march madness... i got the beach goin all the way... GO BEACH!... anyways, enough blabber for one night... basta... just woot.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Men's Running Shoes on Shopzilla ... cuz it's a health awareness woot... oh Women's Runners too...

Refresher: Today's Woot
Prevention Blood Pressure Monitor - $34.99
Features:
  • * Large easy to read display
  • * Clinically proven accuracy
  • * Accuracy validated by the German Hypertension League
  • * Wide Range Cuff – proper fit for most people without the need for an additional larger cuff. Cuff fits arm sizes from 9-17” (23-43 cm)
  • * Irregular Heartbeat Detection – often a precursor of atrial fibrillation, a frequent cause of stroke
  • * Measures while inflating provides shortest measurement time and most comfortable performance
  • * SCS Inflation system delivers superior comfort and adapts to individual users
  • * 2 Person, 30 Time Memory With Date and Time
  • * Calculates and displays average reading
  • * When the batteries decease, the memory is still stored and saved
  • * 6 month subscription to Prevention magazine included

Monday, March 12, 2007

brew master, brew master, make me a brew... (8)(8)

Comparison Site Rankings for the BREW MASTER:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. BizRate.com Prices 3. Smarter.com Prices
4. Shopping.com Prices 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices 6. PriceGrabber Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com.... no rates...
Comparison Site Rankings for the WINE MASTER:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. BizRate.com Prices 3. Smarter.com Prices
4. Shopping.com Prices 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices 6. PriceGrabber Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... got it
...this one's awesome... but i don't have time
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Wines on Shopzilla ... cuz you gotta put this thing to use... and Shopzilla's got lots of alcohol.

Refresher: Today's Woot
Excalibur Brew Master and Wine Master Combo - $9.99
BREW MASTER Features:
  • # More than 1,500 ratings and reviews of beers worldwide!
  • # Locations of famous breweries around the world!
  • # Worlds greatest drinking games and jokes!
  • # Phone numbers for taxis in major cities!
  • # Tips to cure your hangover!
  • # Food and beer pairings!
  • # Learn toasts from around the world in 47 languages!
  • # Beer nutrition!
WINE MASTER Features:
  • * Access over 10,000 wine ratings and reviews
  • * Up to 25 favorite wines stored in memory
  • * View food/wine pairings, wine fundamentals, wine tasting descriptors, or definitions of basic wine terms
  • * Zero in on a specific wine by winery/brand, wine type, grape variety, country, rating or price
  • * Select special wines chosen by Wine Enthusiast Magazine editors as Best Buys (a great value), Editors’ Pick (wines of excellent quality) or Cellar Buys (collectible wines)
  • * Wine Enthusiast Magazine ratings: 98-100 (Classic), 94-97 (Superb
  • ), 90-93 (Excellent), 87-89 (Very Good), 83-86 (Good) and 80-82 (Acceptable)
  • * Descriptive wine reviews from Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s tasting staff.

damn you sun... happy daylight savings kids...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices... 2 stores 2. BizRate.com Prices... 2 stores 3. Smarter.com Prices... 2 stores
4. Shopping.com Prices 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices... 2 stores 6. PriceGrabber Prices... 2 stores
7. MSN Shopping Prices... 2 stores 8. NexTag Prices... 1 stores 9. Froogle Prices.. 5 stores
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... only 2 stars...... yipes 2. CNET.com nope...
...yeah... get this refurbed tv with really low ratings on amazon... good idea... well, actually... it's relatively new to the markets... so maybe its ok... who knows... toshiba tv dvd thingies are probably decent... the refurberation is what gets me worried... we'll, i guess its up to y'all.. not me... do what you do best... thank ya kindly.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL LCD TV/DVD's on BizRate ... cuz there's plenty of non-refurbs for about the same price

Refresher: Today's Woot
Toshiba 20” HD Ready LCD TV with built-in DVD Player - $349.99 (refurbished
Features:
  • * DivX® Home Theater Certified
  • * High Definition TV Monitor
  • * Built-in NTSC TV Tuner and DVD Player
  • * Panel Resolution: 1366×768 (720p)
  • * 16:9 TFT LCD
  • * Digital Cinema Progressive (3:2 Pulldown)
  • * JPEG Viewer
  • * 3D Y/C Digital Comb Filter

Saturday, March 10, 2007

refurbed usb remotes remind me of something else....

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices... lots and lots 4. Shopping.com Prices... lots 2. BizRate.com Prices... plenty
3. Smarter.com Prices... plenty 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices.. enough 9. Froogle Prices... some
6. PriceGrabber Prices... some 8. NexTag Prices... a few 7. MSN Shopping Prices... uno
Online Reviews:
1. 4 stars on Amazon.com... 2. 7.9 on CNET.com
...Flicka... what a crappy crappy movie... see what i mean.... but still, reviews say this remote control is pretty solid... so take a look, just in case... shopzilla, in particular, has a crazy amount of merchants selling this thing... but man, Flicka sure was a crappy movie... if i had this remote while i was watching that DVD (literally 15 minutes ago) i would've used the remote to turn it off... or something clever like that.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Stereo Receivers on Shopzilla ... cuz those are key if you're gonna have a setup worth of this remote

Refresher: Today's Woot
Logitech Harmony 659 Advanced Universal Remote - $44.99 (refurbished)
Features:
  • # LCD screen: The compact, always-on LCD displays menus, commands and built-in media guides. Six buttons surrounding the LCD correspond to various options and commands presented on the screen.
  • # Hard buttons: A total of 51 hard buttons are included on the H-659, providing full control over your devices with separate menu, transport, keypad and volume/channel sections.
  • # Full backlighting: Both the LCD screen and all hard buttons are backlit with a blue electroluminescent (EL) panel. The backlight can be configured for a 5 or 10 second timeout.
  • # Soft-labelled buttons: The LCD screen can show multiple pages of device functions with customized text labels for both activities and devices.
  • # More memory: The H-659 includes double the amount of memory as on the SST-748 or SST-745 for more TV guide data.
  • # Internet programmable: All remote configuration is completed through the internet. Very little software to download, and it’s compatible with Windows and Mac computers

Friday, March 9, 2007

netgear packs the packs of packs...

Comparison Site Rankings for NetGear Ethernet Bridge:
1. Shopzilla Prices... 23 stores 2. PriceGrabber Prices... 23 stores 3. Froogle Prices... 18 stores
4. Yahoo Shopping Prices... 14 stores 5. BizRate.com Prices... 12 stores 6. Shopping.com Prices... 7 stores
7. Smarter.com Prices... 4 stores 8. MSN Shopping Prices... 1 stores 9. NexTag Prices... 2 stores
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... 4.5 frickin stars... 2. CNET.com... 7.1/10

Comparison Site Rankings for NetGear Wireless Range Extender:
1. PriceGrabber Prices... 27 stores 2. Shopzilla Prices... 23 stores 3. Froogle Prices... 19 stores
4. BizRate.com Prices... 16 stores 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices...16 stores 6. Shopping.com Prices...14 stores
7. Smarter.com Prices...13 stores 8. MSN Shopping Prices... 2 stores 9. NexTag Prices... 8 stores
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... only 2.5??? 2. CNET.com
...it's a refurb... dangit... and i spent all that time looking for links... weak.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Networking Products on BizRate ... cuz who doesn't love cute ethernet peripherals???

Refresher: Today's Woot
Netgear Wireless Range Extender Kit - $19.99 (refurbished)
XE102 Specifications:
  • # Uses your home powerline network to put a wireless access point anwhere you have a plug
  • # Plug’s into any wall outlet in your home to instantly create an access point
  • # Easily move this network around your house as your needs require, without running any unsightly Ethernet cables across your home
  • # Device Type: Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge
  • # Interface: 10 Mbps twisted-pair RJ-45
  • # Dimensions: 3×8.6×6.5 in
  • # Status LEDs: 3 LEDs, Power, Homeplug, Ethernet

WGX102 Specifications:
  • # Device Type: Wireless Range Extender
  • # Interface: Homeplug
  • # Wireless Network Standards: IEEE 802.11g
  • # Wireless Data Transfer Rates: 54 Mbps
  • # Security Protocols: 64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP
  • # Dimensions: 3×8.6×6.5 in
  • # Status LEDs: 3 LEDs, Power, Homeplug, Wireless

Thursday, March 8, 2007

compaq presario's wicked little refurb...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. BizRate.com Prices 3. Smarter.com Prices
4. Shopping.com Prices 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices 6. PriceGrabber Prices
7. MSN Shopping Prices 8. NexTag Prices 9. Froogle Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com 2. CNET.com
...amusing... my feeling regarding refurbs hasn't changed howeber.. check the pricing blogs and find something better.

Wednesday, March 7, 2007

boston acoustics... don't skimp on the center bumpage...

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices... same as others 2. Shopping.com Prices... same as others 3. BizRate.com Prices... same as others
4. Smarter.com Prices... same as others 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices... same as others 6. PriceGrabber Prices... same as others
7. MSN Shopping Prices... same as others 8. NexTag Prices... same as others 9. Froogle Prices... same as others
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com linkage...5 stars for the other color though 2. CNET.com
...not sure what this does... research in progress... k... got it... apparently you don't wanna skimp on your center bump factor when setting up a home theater system... so the center channel is key... although this product has been out for almost two years... the woot price is far below average retail... my home theater buying guide focused brain says get it...
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Super High End Home THeater Systems on Shopzilla ... cuz you gotta get that bump ba-bump ba-bump... right?

Refresher: Today's Woot
Boston Acoustics CRC 2-Way Center Channel Speaker - $59.99
Features:
  • # 2-way, home theater center channel speaker
  • # Dual active/passive 4-1/2 inch mid/bass drivers
  • # Active driver’s unique coaxial phase plug draws heat away from the voice coil, increasing power handling
  • # Passive driver assists in bass reinforcement with zero port noise
  • # 1 inch Kortec soft dome tweeter delivers a smooth and natural high-frequency response
  • # Rigid, internally braced CR cabinet delivers clean sound and sits solidly on most TVs and A/V shelves
  • # Won't affect TV picture thanks to MagnaGuard magnetic shielding

Tuesday, March 6, 2007

cute little guy... get it if you have a cute little car... iriver refurb

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Smarter.com Prices... 32 mercants 2. Shopzilla Prices... 13 merchants 3. Froogle Prices... 12 merchants
4. Shopping.com Prices... 7 merchants 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices... 4 merchants 6. PriceGrabber Prices... 6 merchants
7. BizRate.com Prices... 3 mercants 8. MSN Shopping Prices... 2 merchants 9. NexTag Prices... 3 merchants
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com...4 stars... from A GRIP of reviews... 2. CNET.com... 8.4/10 on cnet
...this is a cute little guy... to be sure.... iRiver AFT100 Mobile FM Transmitter... has TONS of reviews on amazon... mostly good... makes me think this is worth your cash.. iRiver AFT100 Mobile FM Transmitter... you can't even get one from the comparison sites for $19.99... but refurb... yeah... that kills it... nevermind... you can still get it if you want though... i'm just not gonna endorse it... plus, who needs two?... sure you might have to cars... or maybe you have to mp3 players... but what are the odds that you have two of both... you know... how rich ARE you guys?... hehe... iRiver AFT100 Mobile FM Transmitter... hmmm... your call.
THE More Useful Link O' The Day
ALL Car & Travel Accessories for MP3 Players on Shopzilla ... cuz we're americans... we live in our cars.

Refresher: Today's Woot
iRiver AFT100 Mobile FM Transmitter - 2-Pack - $19.99 (refurbished)
Features:
  • # Instant on: Turns on automatically when audio is detected
  • # Provides 3 memory presets to make changing frequencies easy and convenient
  • # Search: Fast forward and Reverse Channel Searching Capability
  • # Auto-off: Shuts off when there is no audio input for 30 seconds
  • # Blue LCD display
  • # Plugs into any standard car power socket, no batteries needed
  • # Transmits to any FM station (88.1MHz – 107.9MHz)
  • # Works with any audio device (plugs into the headphone jack of your player)
  • # Signal format: Standard FM Stereo Format, 38 KHz subcarrier
  • # Frequency response: 15 Hz - 15 kHz
  • # Signal to noise ratio: >55dB
  • # Total harmonic distortion: 0.25% Maximum

Monday, March 5, 2007

wireless laptop adapter... zyxel all day..

Comparison Site Rankings:
1. Shopzilla Prices 2. BizRate.com Prices 3. Smarter.com Prices
4. Shopping.com Prices 5. Yahoo Shopping Prices 6. PriceGrabber Prices
7. MSN Shopping Prices 8. NexTag Prices 9. Froogle Prices
Online Reviews:
1. Amazon.com... ratings 2. CNET.com
...seems decent... get it if you got a laptop and love wifi... i do... but don't need it... you should get it and tell me about it.... p.s... a better version of this post is coming in an hour or two... sorry... at the inlaws... not a lot of time to consintrate... holler.