tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563687383332161992024-03-05T08:36:08.187-05:00LIFEFORCEReviews & Services
DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-6965457729836029182022-07-08T17:51:00.001-04:002022-07-08T17:51:30.936-04:00Everything Everywhere All at Once The preview was much better than the movie. The movie was okay. It goes on the premise of a theory in quantum physics about alternate and parallel universes. May science fictions movies and TV shows have taken this theme in their multitude of ways. Star Trek The Next Generation was one of the first to deal with this theme.The idea is that for every decision, there is an infinite number of DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-91273475057892977622018-08-10T11:36:00.000-04:002018-08-10T11:36:22.179-04:00Ecovacs Deebot N79S
The Good:
Price
Can pick up most small things
Doesn't go down a large drop (like stairs)
Cheap replacement parts
Great App
Comes with own remote
The Bad:
Not very smart
Get's stuck
This is the first time I’ve ever owned a robot vacuum so I had no expectations. Everyone knows that the Romba was the first and is considered the best but they are also the most expensive. I was recommended DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-54206623702760014172018-01-11T15:02:00.000-05:002018-01-11T15:02:27.142-05:00Xbox One X
In terms of pure dollars is it worth the extra $250 over the Xbox One S? No.
You get the same performance for most games. As of this writing, there are only 3 games that can take full advantage of extra performance of the Xbox One X, plus, you'll need a 4K TV with HDMI 2.1 to notice any difference and you'll also need a surround system for the full experience. I don't have a 4K TV with DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-62676715927941025392017-03-30T10:22:00.002-04:002017-06-01T14:02:52.749-04:00Review of Google Wifi Mesh Router System
The Good:
Can be easy to set up for most people
Great speeds with mesh network
Simplified menus
Awesome support
The Bad:
Doesn’t have some advanced features
Need a google account and smartphone
One shared port
Doesn't switch between wifi points well
Style
It looks different than your typical router. I personally
like the way the some of the other routers lookDrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-40674168671849505132017-03-02T19:21:00.002-05:002017-03-04T21:58:39.569-05:00Fluval FX6 Review
Review for Fluval FX6
The Good:
High capacity for media
Put any media you want
Self Primer
3 year warranty
The Bad:
Price
Doesn't come with much media
The new FX6 model came out around 2011 to replace the highly popular FX5. There are very few commercially made filters for large tanks. This new version uses 10% less electricity than that FX5. The filter is rated for 400 gallons but is DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-80320998015242172222017-03-02T09:30:00.000-05:002017-03-10T22:16:23.083-05:00Huawei Honor 6X Review
Review for the Huawei Honor 6X
The Good:
Solid build quality
Dual-SIM support
MicroSD support
Dual cameras
Fast fingerprint reader
Good price to performance ratio
Comes with a screen protector
The Bad:
Huawei's own interface
EMUI feels unpolished
No USB Type-C
Weak speaker
No dual band wifi
Design
Overall, the buttons on the 6X don’t feel very tactile and don’t offer the satisfying click DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-9764008737917314272017-02-16T09:13:00.004-05:002017-02-23T09:23:59.170-05:00Specialized Rockhopper Sport
Review of the Specialized Rockhopper Sport
The Good:
Durability
Low Weight
Quality
This is a good, solid starter bike. The 27.5" wheels is a good beginner's size to help become accustomed to riding trails. More experienced riders will want to go with the 29s. Specialized has a long history of putting their experience and knowledge into their bikes. Overall it handles very well and can DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-84355583356964751452017-01-26T10:02:00.002-05:002017-01-26T10:15:52.253-05:00Columbia River Knife and Tool's M21-04G Black Folding Work Knife
This is a review of the Columbia River Knife and Tool's M21-04G Black Folding Work Knife.
The Good:
Solid Construction
Great open action
Lifetime warranty
The Bad:
A bit heavy to carry in your pocket
power coated handle
Unpacking the knife
The knife came in a well packed box with instructions and registration materials. It seems simple enough and documentation is DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-83994443699070693772016-12-30T19:41:00.000-05:002017-01-19T21:38:44.440-05:00Acer R13 Chromebook
Review of the Acer R13 Chromebook
The Good:
Awesome display
Great battery life
Very lightweight
Keyboard action
Best when used for what it was designed for
The Bad:
Speakers
Camera
I've heard good things about a chromebook so I decided to see how good they really are. I decided I wanted one that will last (software and hardware wise) so I chose the Acer R13. It's one of the a very few DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-32447528137953202452016-12-30T09:15:00.001-05:002016-12-30T19:45:24.046-05:00Specialized Rock Hopper Comp (2015)
Review for 2015 Specialized Rock Hopper Comp
The Good:
Great Starter Bike to grow with your skills
29" Tires
Great handling
Lightweight
Local Bike Store
Great Price
The Bad:
Mediocre components
Terrible seat
High seat post
After 27 years, it was time for a new bike. My 1994, Univega chromoly frame bike with 21 inch wheels just could not handle the trails. It DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-4412126309538683742016-01-26T19:09:00.001-05:002016-12-30T08:15:12.979-05:00Thuja Green Giant Arborviate from Sandy's Nursery (Amazon)
Review for Thuja Green Giant Arborviate Trees from Sandy's Nursery
The Good:
$40 for 10 trees
Healthy when arrived
Packaged well for shipment
The Bad:
They are really small
Small pot
Need to let them grow before planting
These trees are suppose to grow to be 50+ feet. They are a good deal for getting ten trees and they seemed healthy. They are wrapped in plastic so if you get them inDrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-72109594770067622622016-01-26T10:49:00.004-05:002016-01-26T10:51:05.469-05:00Qixels Turbo Dryer
This is a review for the Qixels Turbo Dryer
The Good:
It is really fun to use
You get to play with the dryer(make it spin)
Keeps the water in the container
The Bad:
They say that it is not messy but it is
If you spin it to fast the design will fly off
Does not make them dry faster
They should add more of the Qixels characters
Recommendation: DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-31993933436811764502015-07-06T12:55:00.000-04:002016-01-26T10:52:39.546-05:00Mr. Beams MB360 Wireless LED Spotlight
The Good:
Gives enough light
Easy to install
Works with QUALITY rechargeable batteries
Sensor works well
The Bad:
Plastic could be thicker
Swivel neck is a weak point
Could be brighter
I needed a light for my garage because I have a freezer and fridge there and wanted an automatic light when I opened the door into the garage.
The instructions were easy DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-80810319331822873082015-05-14T19:59:00.000-04:002015-05-17T19:29:21.576-04:00Halo Screen Protector for the Samsung Galaxy S5
This is a review for the Halo brand screen protector for the Samsung Galaxy S5.
I've had other screen protectors for other phones and tablets. The protector is a glossy screen protector so it will show finger prints but I have noticed that the prints do not show as much as other clear screen protectors. I've used the "fingerprintless" or matte but they take away DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-67200445623170963502015-05-14T19:57:00.000-04:002015-05-14T19:57:02.544-04:00Nyrius Songo Link Wireless Bluetooth Receiver
This is a review for the Nyrius Songo Link Wireless Bluetooth Receiver.
I switched to a Samsung Galaxy S5 from an iPhone 3GS. I know, I know, a really old phone. My 2009 Infiniti had the 30 pin connector that worked as an ipod for my phone so when I changed phones I needed a new solution.
I tried aDrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-78281489794421158892015-03-12T20:33:00.001-04:002015-03-12T20:54:30.559-04:00Corolla NC Beach Realty Seabreeze 4 unit 572
The Good:
Close to the beach (two blocks)
Good price (off season)
Air conditioner
Wifi (once I got it working)
Relatively quiet
Outdoor second floor porch
Programmable thermostat
The Bad:
Not that clean
Dated furniture and decor
Dirty utensils
Dangerous Stairwell
Customer support
Broken fixtures and furniture
Bad ceiling fans
No backyard
Tetanus BBQ
We decided to try renting a house DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-82371924389115371722015-02-21T22:00:00.000-05:002015-02-21T22:00:36.081-05:00Honeywell Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat
The Good:
Internet connected.
Bargain compared to other Internet smart thermostats.
View and make changes on any smart phone or tablet.
Shows indoor and outdoor conditions.
Change face colors.
Different levels of security to make changes.
Good instructions.
The Bad:
Expensive.
Bit complicated to set up.
Have to create a Honeywell account.
Can't change the color DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-65854137308182716362015-02-17T18:36:00.001-05:002015-02-17T18:51:47.511-05:00How to Train Your Dragons Action Figures
Rating:
The Good:
Looks like the actual figures in the movie
Movable parts
Came with fish
The Bad:
Expensive
These toys were from Toy's R Us and they were quite expensive in my opinion. They had good color and were generally constructed well. They had a lot of moving parts which added to the "playability" of the action figures and were more entertaining than plain figures.
DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-83176422125583106832015-02-09T21:40:00.001-05:002015-03-08T07:46:33.365-04:00FEIT electric LED bulbs
Rating:
The Good:
Uses only 4.9 watts per bulb.
Not a "weird" shape or design.
Good evivilant lumens.
The Bad:
Not as many lumens vs. 40 watt evivilant.
Does not have the range of dimmable brightness.
Came in a pack of 3
Price
I have been wanting to switch to LED bulbs for a while but they were really cost prohibitive. Costco had a sale on these bulbs for $10DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-36164078195425484462014-05-26T11:22:00.000-04:002015-02-09T19:04:53.514-05:00Captain America The Winter Solider
Review of Captain America: The Winter Solider
The Good:
Great action sequences
Good CGI
New characters
Deeper insight into the Captain America character
Scarlet Johansson
Nick Fury removes his eye-patch
The Bad:
Bland story line
No emotional content
Did not live up to expectations
Laid the foundation for another sequel
Scarlet Johansson's straight hair
This movie was hyped up by good DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-76070904643062253562014-01-25T18:03:00.001-05:002014-05-26T11:51:17.710-04:00Aqueon 75 Gallon Aquarium
Review of the Aqueon 75 Gallon Aquarium
Filter: FX5 (Acurel LLC Economy Activated Filter Carbon Pellets, 3-Pound,
Fluval Biomax Bio Rings - 500 gram x4)
Heater: EHEIM Jager Aquarium Thermostat Heater 300W
Stand: Petsmart stand
Substrate: Carib Sea Ecco-Complete Live Freshwater African Cichlid Gravel
Thermometer: Marina Floating Thermometer with Suction Cup
Test kit:&DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-28798313799842993452014-01-25T09:43:00.001-05:002014-01-25T17:36:23.414-05:00Poetic Slimbook Leather-Like Case for Nook HD+
This is a review for the Poetic Slimbook Leather-Like Case for the Nook HD+
There are many cases for the Nook HD+ but think case is the best value for the price. It was purchased on Amazon for $10. If you catch it right, you can find it as low was $7. Yes it is not leather but it is durable. The material is easy to clean and holds up well to use.
It has several pockets DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-26740097336033223522014-01-18T21:24:00.001-05:002014-01-25T17:37:17.356-05:00Select Surfaces Lament Flooring from Sam's Club Review
This is a brand that makes flooring that is sold at Sam's club. I have put in 2 other brands if laminate flooring. One was from BJs and another from Home Depot. The BJs flooring was fair but a great price. It held up to traffic really well but was only 10mm. The Home Depot was Pergo flooring which I got at a discount because the pattern was being discontinued. It was about 10% more in price thanDrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-39785764225090486552014-01-03T10:28:00.001-05:002014-02-08T08:01:46.098-05:00
Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first.
~Mark Twain
DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2956368738333216199.post-44373302175967240812013-12-31T18:05:00.002-05:002015-03-08T07:46:19.547-04:00Cellet Retractable Plug In Car Charger for Apple iPhone 3 3GS 4 4S, iPod Touch, Nano, (Made for iPhone, Licensed by Apple)
This is a review of the Cellet Retractable Plug In Car Charger for Apple iPhone 3 3GS 4 4S, iPod Touch, Nano
Purchased on Amazon for $7.80
The Good:
Durable
Blue LED light (night light for the car at night)
Retractable cord
The Bad:
Large in size
Cuts off audio when charging
With my Iphone being over 4 years old, it has a very short battery life. I need a good car charger DrkRavenbrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09982823938129571229noreply@blogger.com0