Question: How did you like the camera?

I am SOO glad I own this productUpdate Aug 2011... I got an err70 code which required the camera be returned to Canons service center in Irvine CA. I called them up and explained the issue. They gave me free shipping (to print from the printer) for UPS so I packed it up and sent it off to Canon with a letter where I told them how much I loved the camera (I think my compliments and not being pushy made a very big difference). The camera was 2 years old with well over a 100,000 clicks. I receive the news the cost would be about 200 for the repair. When I went to pick it up Canon replaced the shutter and board restoring the camera to like new condition. It would have been fair to bill me more than 1000 for these repairs since the camera was well used and 1 year past the warranty but they didn't. The gentleman explained that by looking at the camera it was obvious it was not dropped or exposed to abuse and because it was a computer issue they would extend this courtesy. THANKS Canon,  I am a LOYAL customer for life.  Makes me feel great about the over 10k investment in your product!  Nice to see a big corporate company look out for their customers.Since the original purchase 2 years ago I have purchased a 2nd 5D, and 6 prime lenses. I was curious if this would be a passing phase but it was not.  I have gotten a lot of pleasure from this camera and continue to do so.The Canon Mark ll 5D is EXCEPTIONAL, anyone who says the 21.1 MP is overkill is underestimating the ability of cropping wildlife photos to the smallest part taken at a far distance.  I can still find sharpness in the smallest possible section of the focused part of a photo. It really is incredible; the vivid monitor's sharpness tells the whole story without dumping the large files onto a laptop. The edge of a ruffled bird's feather, the sunlight on the corner of a leave is still noticeable and sharp with 21.1 MP. Because you can "double check" the sharpness prior to snapping the photo using the LCD, you are saving yourself lots of editing (and space, the files are huge) on the computer. This instantly makes you a better photographer and frees up more time taking pictures instead of editing them. Also, if you manage to take fewer photos but better ones, this can make the extra space for these larger 21.1 MP pics (about 28mb)  on your computer's hard drive about a draw.I used for the first time a 100-400 IS lens and after 10 minutes of practice have taken better photos than ever before. The 180 Macro lens takes pictures like a microscope capturing the infinite details of nature hidden from the human eye. Adding the 21.1 MP factor makes your possibilities practically unlimited. If you do not use L series lenses or better, and do not have the budget for these lenses, wait and do not buy this... you will only be torturing yourself by not having them, they are a must have. It would be like driving a Ferrari on rims.Because the AF (auto focus) mode adjusts so many functions including the ISO, an amateur like me can enjoy taking photos while not being concerned about the settings I promised myself I would learn. I just can't put the camera down long enough to read up on it! As promised this camera is excellent in very low light with the noise factor eliminated or greatly reduced. Amazing the way the 5D picks up light at night, just amazing. Once you take pictures at night with this camera, no other camera will do.Also, for anyone wanting to learn more about this camera, (and really any other camera like it) Youtube "Canon Mark ll 5D" and you will find about 20 knowledgeable videos of pros doing hands on demonstrations, comparing similar models, and offering priceless tips about functions you never knew the camera had. This, along with Amazon's testimonials proved invaluable in my decision to buy. If you would like to see the manual ahead of time visit Canons website [...]I was initially concerned that the camera may be a little complicated since I moved directly to this higher end camera after using the smaller Canon SD cameras and snapping pics with my friends Rebel 300d. The 5D is quite simple and once you use it, you will be hooked.I also recommend a Hyperdrive, a hand held device up to 160 GIG (about twice as heavy as an iphone and a little thicker) that you can quickly dump the photos from a memory card onto. This will save you money on buying multiple memory cards and lugging around a heavy laptop on weekend trips, after all you can use the freed up space and less weight in your backpack for more lenses.Battery life is impressive and it seems you can do over 900 pics on one charge with LCD and probably 2 or 3 times as much without it.I tried to talk myself into a lower cost camera with less mega pixels. I wanted to say I would get a regular HD video camera that had more performance features later. I relented and ponied up for the 5D and realized that for me personally it was worth the extra bucks. Very nice LCD screen and HD video in one unit. Hopefully this will delay my desire for a better camera and after seeing the impressive resale value of used L series lenses, surprisingly close to cost of new (I bought all used Lenses on Craigslist that look new) and the cameras, I felt the investment would offer future returns I could not pass up. I am very happy I did and am guilt free.Love It!

Answer: The camera was 2 years

I am SOO glad I own this productUpdate Aug 2011... I got an err70 code which required the camera be returned to Canons service center in Irvine CA. I called them up and explained the issue. They gave me free shipping (to print from the printer) for UPS so I packed it up and sent it off to Canon with a letter where I told them how much I loved the camera (I think my compliments and not being pushy made a very big difference). <hl> The camera was 2 years old with well over a 100,000 clicks. <hl> I receive the news the cost would be about 200 for the repair. When I went to pick it up Canon replaced the shutter and board restoring the camera to like new condition. It would have been fair to bill me more than 1000 for these repairs since the camera was well used and 1 year past the warranty but they didn't. The gentleman explained that by looking at the camera it was obvious it was not dropped or exposed to abuse and because it was a computer issue they would extend this courtesy. THANKS Canon, I am a LOYAL customer for life. Makes me feel great about the over 10k investment in your product! Nice to see a big corporate company look out for their customers. Since the original purchase 2 years ago I have purchased a 2nd 5D, and 6 prime lenses. I was curious if this would be a passing phase but it was not. I have gotten a lot of pleasure from this camera and continue to do so. The Canon Mark ll 5D is EXCEPTIONAL, anyone who says the 21.1 MP is overkill is underestimating the ability of cropping wildlife photos to the smallest part taken at a far distance. I can still find sharpness in the smallest possible section of the focused part of a photo. It really is incredible; the vivid monitor's sharpness tells the whole story without dumping the large files onto a laptop. The edge of a ruffled bird's feather, the sunlight on the corner of a leave is still noticeable and sharp with 21.1 MP. Because you can "double check" the sharpness prior to snapping the photo using the LCD, you are saving yourself lots of editing (and space, the files are huge) on the computer. This instantly makes you a better photographer and frees up more time taking pictures instead of editing them. Also, if you manage to take fewer photos but better ones, this can make the extra space for these larger 21.1 MP pics (about 28mb) on your computer's hard drive about a draw. I used for the first time a 100-400 IS lens and after 10 minutes of practice have taken better photos than ever before. The 180 Macro lens takes pictures like a microscope capturing the infinite details of nature hidden from the human eye. Adding the 21.1 MP factor makes your possibilities practically unlimited. If you do not use L series lenses or better, and do not have the budget for these lenses, wait and do not buy this... you will only be torturing yourself by not having them, they are a must have. It would be like driving a Ferrari on rims. Because the AF (auto focus) mode adjusts so many functions including the ISO, an amateur like me can enjoy taking photos while not being concerned about the settings I promised myself I would learn. I just can't put the camera down long enough to read up on it! As promised this camera is excellent in very low light with the noise factor eliminated or greatly reduced. Amazing the way the 5D picks up light at night, just amazing. Once you take pictures at night with this camera, no other camera will do. Also, for anyone wanting to learn more about this camera, (and really any other camera like it) Youtube "Canon Mark ll 5D" and you will find about 20 knowledgeable videos of pros doing hands on demonstrations, comparing similar models, and offering priceless tips about functions you never knew the camera had. This, along with Amazon's testimonials proved invaluable in my decision to buy. If you would like to see the manual ahead of time visit Canons website [...] I was initially concerned that the camera may be a little complicated since I moved directly to this higher end camera after using the smaller Canon SD cameras and snapping pics with my friends Rebel 300d. The 5D is quite simple and once you use it, you will be hooked. I also recommend a Hyperdrive, a hand held device up to 160 GIG (about twice as heavy as an iphone and a little thicker) that you can quickly dump the photos from a memory card onto. This will save you money on buying multiple memory cards and lugging around a heavy laptop on weekend trips, after all you can use the freed up space and less weight in your backpack for more lenses. Battery life is impressive and it seems you can do over 900 pics on one charge with LCD and probably 2 or 3 times as much without it. I tried to talk myself into a lower cost camera with less mega pixels. I wanted to say I would get a regular HD video camera that had more performance features later. I relented and ponied up for the 5D and realized that for me personally it was worth the extra bucks. Very nice LCD screen and HD video in one unit. Hopefully this will delay my desire for a better camera and after seeing the impressive resale value of used L series lenses, surprisingly close to cost of new (I bought all used Lenses on Craigslist that look new) and the cameras, I felt the investment would offer future returns I could not pass up. I am very happy I did and am guilt free. Love It!

I am SOO glad I own this productUpdate Aug 2011... I got an err70 code which required the camera be returned to Canons service center in Irvine CA. I called them up and explained the issue. They gave me free shipping (to print from the printer) for UPS so I packed it up and sent it off to Canon with a letter where I told them how much I loved the camera (I think my compliments and not being pushy made a very big difference). <hl> The camera was 2 years <hl> old with well over a 100,000 clicks. I receive the news the cost would be about 200 for the repair. When I went to pick it up Canon replaced the shutter and board restoring the camera to like new condition. It would have been fair to bill me more than 1000 for these repairs since the camera was well used and 1 year past the warranty but they didn't. The gentleman explained that by looking at the camera it was obvious it was not dropped or exposed to abuse and because it was a computer issue they would extend this courtesy. THANKS Canon, I am a LOYAL customer for life. Makes me feel great about the over 10k investment in your product! Nice to see a big corporate company look out for their customers.Since the original purchase 2 years ago I have purchased a 2nd 5D, and 6 prime lenses. I was curious if this would be a passing phase but it was not. I have gotten a lot of pleasure from this camera and continue to do so.The Canon Mark ll 5D is EXCEPTIONAL, anyone who says the 21.1 MP is overkill is underestimating the ability of cropping wildlife photos to the smallest part taken at a far distance. I can still find sharpness in the smallest possible section of the focused part of a photo. It really is incredible; the vivid monitor's sharpness tells the whole story without dumping the large files onto a laptop. The edge of a ruffled bird's feather, the sunlight on the corner of a leave is still noticeable and sharp with 21.1 MP. Because you can "double check" the sharpness prior to snapping the photo using the LCD, you are saving yourself lots of editing (and space, the files are huge) on the computer. This instantly makes you a better photographer and frees up more time taking pictures instead of editing them. Also, if you manage to take fewer photos but better ones, this can make the extra space for these larger 21.1 MP pics (about 28mb) on your computer's hard drive about a draw.I used for the first time a 100-400 IS lens and after 10 minutes of practice have taken better photos than ever before. The 180 Macro lens takes pictures like a microscope capturing the infinite details of nature hidden from the human eye. Adding the 21.1 MP factor makes your possibilities practically unlimited. If you do not use L series lenses or better, and do not have the budget for these lenses, wait and do not buy this... you will only be torturing yourself by not having them, they are a must have. It would be like driving a Ferrari on rims.Because the AF (auto focus) mode adjusts so many functions including the ISO, an amateur like me can enjoy taking photos while not being concerned about the settings I promised myself I would learn. I just can't put the camera down long enough to read up on it! As promised this camera is excellent in very low light with the noise factor eliminated or greatly reduced. Amazing the way the 5D picks up light at night, just amazing. Once you take pictures at night with this camera, no other camera will do.Also, for anyone wanting to learn more about this camera, (and really any other camera like it) Youtube "Canon Mark ll 5D" and you will find about 20 knowledgeable videos of pros doing hands on demonstrations, comparing similar models, and offering priceless tips about functions you never knew the camera had. This, along with Amazon's testimonials proved invaluable in my decision to buy. If you would like to see the manual ahead of time visit Canons website [...]I was initially concerned that the camera may be a little complicated since I moved directly to this higher end camera after using the smaller Canon SD cameras and snapping pics with my friends Rebel 300d. The 5D is quite simple and once you use it, you will be hooked.I also recommend a Hyperdrive, a hand held device up to 160 GIG (about twice as heavy as an iphone and a little thicker) that you can quickly dump the photos from a memory card onto. This will save you money on buying multiple memory cards and lugging around a heavy laptop on weekend trips, after all you can use the freed up space and less weight in your backpack for more lenses.Battery life is impressive and it seems you can do over 900 pics on one charge with LCD and probably 2 or 3 times as much without it.I tried to talk myself into a lower cost camera with less mega pixels. I wanted to say I would get a regular HD video camera that had more performance features later. I relented and ponied up for the 5D and realized that for me personally it was worth the extra bucks. Very nice LCD screen and HD video in one unit. Hopefully this will delay my desire for a better camera and after seeing the impressive resale value of used L series lenses, surprisingly close to cost of new (I bought all used Lenses on Craigslist that look new) and the cameras, I felt the investment would offer future returns I could not pass up. I am very happy I did and am guilt free.Love It!


Question: How high can the volume be?

I bought this speaker because my Sony Vaio S has ridiculously quiet internal speakers.  It had the best reviews at the lowest price point, so I thought "why not?"First of all, it is a very classy-looking device, with the matte black plastic exterior and a splash of red on the drum.  The aesthetics remind me of an HTC EVO.  It is approximately the size of a tangerine when it's closed, which is a perfectly portable size.This thing can get extremely loud.  Even outdoors the sound travels pretty far and watch out when turning up the volume all the way inside.  I was wrong to expect so much from such a small device, but it is important to note that these speakers are very tinny.  Unfortunately, I can't use these for my personal listening because they absolutely despise bass.If you're looking to buy speakers to improve the sound on your laptop, look elsewhere!  Otherwise, these are well-made speakers with ample volume for portable media players where sound quality isn't much of an issue.

Answer: This thing can get extremely loud

This thing can get extremely loud .

I bought this speaker because my Sony Vaio S has ridiculously quiet internal speakers. It had the best reviews at the lowest price point, so I thought "why not?"First of all, it is a very classy-looking device, with the matte black plastic exterior and a splash of red on the drum. The aesthetics remind me of an HTC EVO. It is approximately the size of a tangerine when it's closed, which is a perfectly portable size. <hl> This thing can get extremely loud . <hl> Even outdoors the sound travels pretty far and watch out when turning up the volume all the way inside. I was wrong to expect so much from such a small device, but it is important to note that these speakers are very tinny. Unfortunately, I can't use these for my personal listening because they absolutely despise bass. If you're looking to buy speakers to improve the sound on your laptop, look elsewhere! Otherwise, these are well-made speakers with ample volume for portable media players where sound quality isn't much of an issue.

I bought this speaker because my Sony Vaio S has ridiculously quiet internal speakers. It had the best reviews at the lowest price point, so I thought "why not?"First of all, it is a very classy-looking device, with the matte black plastic exterior and a splash of red on the drum. The aesthetics remind me of an HTC EVO. It is approximately the size of a tangerine when it's closed, which is a perfectly portable size.<hl> This thing can get extremely loud <hl>. Even outdoors the sound travels pretty far and watch out when turning up the volume all the way inside. I was wrong to expect so much from such a small device, but it is important to note that these speakers are very tinny. Unfortunately, I can't use these for my personal listening because they absolutely despise bass.If you're looking to buy speakers to improve the sound on your laptop, look elsewhere! Otherwise, these are well-made speakers with ample volume for portable media players where sound quality isn't much of an issue.

<hl> This thing can get extremely loud <hl> .


Question: How about the quality?

Before I look a long airplane trip to Asia, my husband recommended that I purchase these Sennheiser headphones.  I insisted that I didn't need them, and he argued right back that I wouldn't be regret buying them.  Ahem.  Yes, sometimes husbands can be right.The over-the-ear design ensures that most sounds -- even the annoying whine of jet engines -- are minimized.  I had no idea how loud airplanes were until I put these on instead of the airline supplied ear buds and my better, but still inadequate, iPod buds.  I listened to my iPod and the in-flight movies for hours before my ears tired.  The sound quality is much better in a quiet environment than in a noisy one since, yes, some noise gets through.  For those who listen to music in an office or in a college dorm, the fact that they don't leak much sound is a huge plus.  My only complaint is that they don't fold or collapse to take up less space in my briefcase.These make a great gift for the traveler or just for someone who wants lightweight, comfortable headphones.

Answer: The sound quality is much better

Before I look a long airplane trip to Asia, my husband recommended that I purchase these Sennheiser headphones. I insisted that I didn't need them, and he argued right back that I wouldn't be regret buying them. Ahem. Yes, sometimes husbands can be right. The over-the-ear design ensures that most sounds -- even the annoying whine of jet engines -- are minimized. I had no idea how loud airplanes were until I put these on instead of the airline supplied ear buds and my better, but still inadequate, iPod buds. I listened to my iPod and the in-flight movies for hours before my ears tired. <hl> The sound quality is much better in a quiet environment than in a noisy one since, yes, some noise gets through. <hl> For those who listen to music in an office or in a college dorm, the fact that they don't leak much sound is a huge plus. My only complaint is that they don't fold or collapse to take up less space in my briefcase. These make a great gift for the traveler or just for someone who wants lightweight, comfortable headphones.

Before I look a long airplane trip to Asia, my husband recommended that I purchase these Sennheiser headphones. I insisted that I didn't need them, and he argued right back that I wouldn't be regret buying them. Ahem. Yes, sometimes husbands can be right.The over-the-ear design ensures that most sounds -- even the annoying whine of jet engines -- are minimized. I had no idea how loud airplanes were until I put these on instead of the airline supplied ear buds and my better, but still inadequate, iPod buds. I listened to my iPod and the in-flight movies for hours before my ears tired. <hl> The sound quality is much better <hl> in a quiet environment than in a noisy one since, yes, some noise gets through. For those who listen to music in an office or in a college dorm, the fact that they don't leak much sound is a huge plus. My only complaint is that they don't fold or collapse to take up less space in my briefcase.These make a great gift for the traveler or just for someone who wants lightweight, comfortable headphones.


Question: Does the video and pictures extremely sharp?

If Canon were to ever be nervous about the competition in point and shoot camera's, they are likely crapping themselves at this moment.  I've owned 5 of the past Canon digital elph's (the most recent the SD790is), and I just returned the Canon SD940is.  I am blown away by the panasonic ZS3!  It does everything the Canon does, and more.  First, the response time of the camera is excellent:  shutter lag is minimal, autofocus is very quick, flash recharge times are quick as well.  I felt the Canon 940 was inferior to even the 790 in shutter lag and autofocus (I was missing shots waiting for the camera to fix on the subject).  The Panasonic has more pleasing photo quality, albeit slightly softer than the Canon.  Colors are more vibrant on the Panasonic, as is overall tone.  I feel like I don't have to mess with the image on the Panasonic like I did with the Canon.  Overall, a great point and shoot.Now for the true differentiating feature.....  This camera doubles as an excellent video camera.  I am blown away by the quality of the video captured in the AVCHD-lite format.  Even in low light situations, the video blows away any other point and shoot, and rivals the super compact $1000 Sony TG-5.  Where it surpasses the TG-5 is in the optical stabilization; the Panasonic shows far less handshake than the TG-5 (which is a huge issue for these ultra compact video cameras).  Finally, there is a point and shoot camera that can capture excellent video for those times where you don't want to drag along a larger video camera.  I own the Sony CX-12 AVCHD camcorder, and the Panasonic is not in the same league as that camcorder.  However, playing the files I shot with the Panasonic on western digital's WDTV via HDMI, video looks fantastic: sharp, vibrant colors with smooth panning.  I would not feel bad trading the portability of the Panasonic, and leaving the Sony camcorder at home (unless I was on a trip to Ireland or something of the like).  The video is truly remarkable for the size of the camera.Also worth noting; Panasonic was very smart to include HD motion JPEG as an option for video recording.  So if AVCHD-lite isn't your thing, you can capture HD video footage in the mp4 quicktime format.  I will say, however, the video is cleaner and smoother when shot in AVCHD-lite.Overall, for the cost of the camera, you cannot go wrong.  It is an excellent point and shoot with very responsive shooting times, and a great portable HD camcorder to boot.  I never thought I would own (or like) a Panasonic camera!Pros:Wide angle lenseExcellent image stabilizationExcellent AVCHD-lite video cameraExcellent shooting timesGreat battery lifeFull Zoom ability while video recordingCons:LCD screen resolution not the crispest I've seenSome images could use sharpeningMenu system a bit cumbersomeLarger than most point and shootsManual exposure in video mode would be nice

Answer: the competition in point and shoot camera's

<hl> If Canon were to ever be nervous about the competition in point and shoot camera's , they are likely crapping themselves at this moment. <hl> I've owned 5 of the past Canon digital elph's (the most recent the SD790is), and I just returned the Canon SD940is. I am blown away by the panasonic ZS3! It does everything the Canon does, and more. First, the response time of the camera is excellent: shutter lag is minimal, autofocus is very quick, flash recharge times are quick as well. I felt the Canon 940 was inferior to even the 790 in shutter lag and autofocus (I was missing shots waiting for the camera to fix on the subject). The Panasonic has more pleasing photo quality, albeit slightly softer than the Canon. Colors are more vibrant on the Panasonic, as is overall tone. I feel like I don't have to mess with the image on the Panasonic like I did with the Canon. Overall, a great point and shoot. Now for the true differentiating feature..... This camera doubles as an excellent video camera. I am blown away by the quality of the video captured in the AVCHD-lite format. Even in low light situations, the video blows away any other point and shoot, and rivals the super compact $1000 Sony TG-5. Where it surpasses the TG-5 is in the optical stabilization; the Panasonic shows far less handshake than the TG-5 (which is a huge issue for these ultra compact video cameras). Finally, there is a point and shoot camera that can capture excellent video for those times where you don't want to drag along a larger video camera. I own the Sony CX-12 AVCHD camcorder, and the Panasonic is not in the same league as that camcorder. However, playing the files I shot with the Panasonic on western digital's WDTV via HDMI, video looks fantastic: sharp, vibrant colors with smooth panning. I would not feel bad trading the portability of the Panasonic, and leaving the Sony camcorder at home (unless I was on a trip to Ireland or something of the like). The video is truly remarkable for the size of the camera. Also worth noting; Panasonic was very smart to include HD motion JPEG as an option for video recording. So if AVCHD-lite isn't your thing, you can capture HD video footage in the mp4 quicktime format. I will say, however, the video is cleaner and smoother when shot in AVCHD-lite. Overall, for the cost of the camera, you cannot go wrong. It is an excellent point and shoot with very responsive shooting times, and a great portable HD camcorder to boot. I never thought I would own (or like) a Panasonic camera!Pros:Wide angle lenseExcellent image stabilizationExcellent AVCHD-lite video cameraExcellent shooting timesGreat battery lifeFull Zoom ability while video recordingCons:LCD screen resolution not the crispest I've seenSome images could use sharpeningMenu system a bit cumbersomeLarger than most point and shootsManual exposure in video mode would be nice

If Canon were to ever be nervous about <hl> the competition in point and shoot camera's <hl>, they are likely crapping themselves at this moment. I've owned 5 of the past Canon digital elph's (the most recent the SD790is), and I just returned the Canon SD940is. I am blown away by the panasonic ZS3! It does everything the Canon does, and more. First, the response time of the camera is excellent: shutter lag is minimal, autofocus is very quick, flash recharge times are quick as well. I felt the Canon 940 was inferior to even the 790 in shutter lag and autofocus (I was missing shots waiting for the camera to fix on the subject). The Panasonic has more pleasing photo quality, albeit slightly softer than the Canon. Colors are more vibrant on the Panasonic, as is overall tone. I feel like I don't have to mess with the image on the Panasonic like I did with the Canon. Overall, a great point and shoot.Now for the true differentiating feature..... This camera doubles as an excellent video camera. I am blown away by the quality of the video captured in the AVCHD-lite format. Even in low light situations, the video blows away any other point and shoot, and rivals the super compact $1000 Sony TG-5. Where it surpasses the TG-5 is in the optical stabilization; the Panasonic shows far less handshake than the TG-5 (which is a huge issue for these ultra compact video cameras). Finally, there is a point and shoot camera that can capture excellent video for those times where you don't want to drag along a larger video camera. I own the Sony CX-12 AVCHD camcorder, and the Panasonic is not in the same league as that camcorder. However, playing the files I shot with the Panasonic on western digital's WDTV via HDMI, video looks fantastic: sharp, vibrant colors with smooth panning. I would not feel bad trading the portability of the Panasonic, and leaving the Sony camcorder at home (unless I was on a trip to Ireland or something of the like). The video is truly remarkable for the size of the camera.Also worth noting; Panasonic was very smart to include HD motion JPEG as an option for video recording. So if AVCHD-lite isn't your thing, you can capture HD video footage in the mp4 quicktime format. I will say, however, the video is cleaner and smoother when shot in AVCHD-lite.Overall, for the cost of the camera, you cannot go wrong. It is an excellent point and shoot with very responsive shooting times, and a great portable HD camcorder to boot. I never thought I would own (or like) a Panasonic camera!Pros:Wide angle lenseExcellent image stabilizationExcellent AVCHD-lite video cameraExcellent shooting timesGreat battery lifeFull Zoom ability while video recordingCons:LCD screen resolution not the crispest I've seenSome images could use sharpeningMenu system a bit cumbersomeLarger than most point and shootsManual exposure in video mode would be nice

If Canon were to ever be nervous about <hl> the competition in point and shoot camera's <hl> , they are likely crapping themselves at this moment.


Question: How good is the bass?

These are amazing headphones, not to mention the price. The sound is incredible - comparable to $20 Skullcandy headphones. The cord is not obnoxiously long either and the ear buds fit in the ears wonderfully. It even cancels out noise from your environment pretty decently.

Answer: The sound is incredible

These are amazing headphones, not to mention the price. <hl> The sound is incredible - comparable to $20 Skullcandy headphones. <hl> The cord is not obnoxiously long either and the ear buds fit in the ears wonderfully. It even cancels out noise from your environment pretty decently.

These are amazing headphones, not to mention the price. <hl> The sound is incredible <hl> - comparable to $20 Skullcandy headphones. The cord is not obnoxiously long either and the ear buds fit in the ears wonderfully. It even cancels out noise from your environment pretty decently.


Question: How is the reputation?

Love it. Working well and easy to set up. Only wish that the price was a little lower.

Answer: Love it

Love it .

<hl> Love it . <hl> Working well and easy to set up. Only wish that the price was a little lower.

<hl> Love it <hl>. Working well and easy to set up. Only wish that the price was a little lower.


Question: How is the volume?

Firstly, I am no audiophile, but I can tell when a pair of headphones are decent and when they are not. This pair didn't tickle my fancy as the volume was just too low. I wanted to use it on my PS3, but the volume was so low that the in game audio was like whispering. My Laptop struggled to put out a good sound and I had to crank up the volume by a lot.Secondly, the bass is lacking. It is not totally absent and in fact seemed reasonable in most scenarios. Weirdly however, there were some particular songs where the bass was totally absent while my cheap Sony in ear buds had rich bass in those same songs. The inconsistent performance with the bass coupled with the extremely quite sound turned me off.I am returning these headphones at the earliest. I am purchasing the Superlux HD681. After a lot of research from sites like Head-fi.org I found that these don't seem to have the same issues as the Sennheiser HD201 and overall seem to have good performance, perhaps better than the Sennheiser in some respects even.It was a shame really. I was expecting great things with this Sennheiser, especially given that it is part of the Top 10 headphones for under $70, as per headphones.com.Well, they are NOT in the Top 10 list for me. Period.

Answer: the volume was just too low

Firstly, I am no audiophile, but I can tell when a pair of headphones are decent and when they are not. <hl> This pair didn't tickle my fancy as the volume was just too low . <hl> I wanted to use it on my PS3, but the volume was so low that the in game audio was like whispering. My Laptop struggled to put out a good sound and I had to crank up the volume by a lot. Secondly, the bass is lacking. It is not totally absent and in fact seemed reasonable in most scenarios. Weirdly however, there were some particular songs where the bass was totally absent while my cheap Sony in ear buds had rich bass in those same songs. The inconsistent performance with the bass coupled with the extremely quite sound turned me off. I am returning these headphones at the earliest. I am purchasing the Superlux HD681. After a lot of research from sites like Head-fi.org I found that these don't seem to have the same issues as the Sennheiser HD201 and overall seem to have good performance, perhaps better than the Sennheiser in some respects even. It was a shame really. I was expecting great things with this Sennheiser, especially given that it is part of the Top 10 headphones for under $70, as per headphones.com. Well, they are NOT in the Top 10 list for me. Period.

Firstly, I am no audiophile, but I can tell when a pair of headphones are decent and when they are not. This pair didn't tickle my fancy as <hl> the volume was just too low <hl>. I wanted to use it on my PS3, but the volume was so low that the in game audio was like whispering. My Laptop struggled to put out a good sound and I had to crank up the volume by a lot.Secondly, the bass is lacking. It is not totally absent and in fact seemed reasonable in most scenarios. Weirdly however, there were some particular songs where the bass was totally absent while my cheap Sony in ear buds had rich bass in those same songs. The inconsistent performance with the bass coupled with the extremely quite sound turned me off.I am returning these headphones at the earliest. I am purchasing the Superlux HD681. After a lot of research from sites like Head-fi.org I found that these don't seem to have the same issues as the Sennheiser HD201 and overall seem to have good performance, perhaps better than the Sennheiser in some respects even.It was a shame really. I was expecting great things with this Sennheiser, especially given that it is part of the Top 10 headphones for under $70, as per headphones.com.Well, they are NOT in the Top 10 list for me. Period.

This pair didn't tickle my fancy as <hl> the volume was just too low <hl> .


Question: How to operate the device?

The TP-Link TL-SG1005D switch is a faster, inexpensive and reliable way to add more 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet ports to a network. The TP-Link TL-SG1005D comes with 5 Ethernet ports, any of them can be designated as WAN and the rest will act as LAN ports. It's totally plug & play, and it detects when a device connected to a port is active or inactive, and consequently will put the inactive port idle until needed again, reducing the power consumption to an 80% compared to other switches in the market. It also discovers if the device connected to any of the ports is 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps and acts accordingly.It can be used with any router, or directly with a modem. I'm using it together with theTP-LINK TL-PA511 KIT AV500 Powerline Gigabit Adapter Starter Kit, up to 500Mbpsto provide broadband Internet to all the wired devices in my office, and it's like having a second router without paying the cost of it. Even when all four devices are online the speed is great.

Answer: It's totally plug & play, and it detects when a device connected

The TP-Link TL-SG1005D switch is a faster, inexpensive and reliable way to add more 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet ports to a network. The TP-Link TL-SG1005D comes with 5 Ethernet ports, any of them can be designated as WAN and the rest will act as LAN ports. <hl> It's totally plug & play, and it detects when a device connected to a port is active or inactive, and consequently will put the inactive port idle until needed again, reducing the power consumption to an 80% compared to other switches in the market. <hl> It also discovers if the device connected to any of the ports is 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps and acts accordingly. It can be used with any router, or directly with a modem. I'm using it together with theTP-LINK TL-PA511 KIT AV500 Powerline Gigabit Adapter Starter Kit, up to 500Mbpsto provide broadband Internet to all the wired devices in my office, and it's like having a second router without paying the cost of it. Even when all four devices are online the speed is great.

The TP-Link TL-SG1005D switch is a faster, inexpensive and reliable way to add more 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet ports to a network. The TP-Link TL-SG1005D comes with 5 Ethernet ports, any of them can be designated as WAN and the rest will act as LAN ports. <hl> It's totally plug & play, and it detects when a device connected <hl> to a port is active or inactive, and consequently will put the inactive port idle until needed again, reducing the power consumption to an 80% compared to other switches in the market. It also discovers if the device connected to any of the ports is 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps and acts accordingly.It can be used with any router, or directly with a modem. I'm using it together with theTP-LINK TL-PA511 KIT AV500 Powerline Gigabit Adapter Starter Kit, up to 500Mbpsto provide broadband Internet to all the wired devices in my office, and it's like having a second router without paying the cost of it. Even when all four devices are online the speed is great.


Question: How is the compartment?

Really love this backpack from Kata. Previously, I only had experience with chain store backpacks but the DR-467 is a cut above. It has tons of features, superb build quality, and excellent padding. Exterior is somewhat anonymous however this is a plus for me as I sometimes travel through dodgy areas and need a backpack that doesn't attract unwanted attention.It is compact, reasonably light-weight and has a slim profile. The bright yellow interior lining is very helpful for finding gear in low light. Has lots of pockets for organization. Laptop section fits my 17" just fine. Back padding is a little stiff. Lower gear compartment is attached by Velcro and can be completely pulled out. Compact size is not suitable for giant gear or very long lenses but medium zoom and primes should be fine. Top compartment is very roomy and has a slot to poke mp3 player headphones through.Straps are very comfy. Zippers have smooth travel. Reflective cloth is embedded in zippers and straps. Rain cover is a nice plus as is zip out drink holder. The only complaint I have is no tripod holder and would like a dedicated keychain hook. My Slik 340EZ tripod fits in the laptop compartment so it's no biggie.  This compact bag exudes quality and would recommend to anyone.

Answer: Lower gear compartment is attached by Velcro and can be completely pulled out

Really love this backpack from Kata. Previously, I only had experience with chain store backpacks but the DR-467 is a cut above. It has tons of features, superb build quality, and excellent padding. Exterior is somewhat anonymous however this is a plus for me as I sometimes travel through dodgy areas and need a backpack that doesn't attract unwanted attention. It is compact, reasonably light-weight and has a slim profile. The bright yellow interior lining is very helpful for finding gear in low light. Has lots of pockets for organization. Laptop section fits my 17" just fine. Back padding is a little stiff. <hl> Lower gear compartment is attached by Velcro and can be completely pulled out . <hl> Compact size is not suitable for giant gear or very long lenses but medium zoom and primes should be fine. Top compartment is very roomy and has a slot to poke mp3 player headphones through. Straps are very comfy. Zippers have smooth travel. Reflective cloth is embedded in zippers and straps. Rain cover is a nice plus as is zip out drink holder. The only complaint I have is no tripod holder and would like a dedicated keychain hook. My Slik 340EZ tripod fits in the laptop compartment so it's no biggie. This compact bag exudes quality and would recommend to anyone.

Really love this backpack from Kata. Previously, I only had experience with chain store backpacks but the DR-467 is a cut above. It has tons of features, superb build quality, and excellent padding. Exterior is somewhat anonymous however this is a plus for me as I sometimes travel through dodgy areas and need a backpack that doesn't attract unwanted attention.It is compact, reasonably light-weight and has a slim profile. The bright yellow interior lining is very helpful for finding gear in low light. Has lots of pockets for organization. Laptop section fits my 17" just fine. Back padding is a little stiff. <hl> Lower gear compartment is attached by Velcro and can be completely pulled out <hl>. Compact size is not suitable for giant gear or very long lenses but medium zoom and primes should be fine. Top compartment is very roomy and has a slot to poke mp3 player headphones through.Straps are very comfy. Zippers have smooth travel. Reflective cloth is embedded in zippers and straps. Rain cover is a nice plus as is zip out drink holder. The only complaint I have is no tripod holder and would like a dedicated keychain hook. My Slik 340EZ tripod fits in the laptop compartment so it's no biggie. This compact bag exudes quality and would recommend to anyone.

<hl> Lower gear compartment is attached by Velcro and can be completely pulled out <hl> .


Question: How is the volume?

I bought these because my computer's internal speaker is very quiet, but was of pretty good quality nonetheless.Basically, the sound quality on these speakers is pretty good for the value. The bass is actually pretty strong for the speakers' size, but the port for what I think is bass reflex wasn't properly designed I guess because the whole point of an bass reflex enclosure is to make a small speaker system have decent bass... which this doesn't. The speakers also make some random ticking sounds that sound A LOT like morse code lol, which might be caused by poor magnetic shielding and the fact that I have a wireless card on my computer... I'm not really sure.Also, these do sound pretty tinny and as some one mentioned earlier, sort of muffled like the old dolby noise reduction tape decks though not quite as bad. Oddly enough only 1 speaker worked on my computer when on youtube or windows media player, quicktime,etc. but when I did the sound test on my computer the other speaker worked for some reason. This is probably an issue with my computer because the speakers worked fine on my bro's computer.Basically I gave this 4 stars because I think it's not air to expect any better quality than this for only $12 or so.

Answer: The bass is actually pretty strong

I bought these because my computer's internal speaker is very quiet, but was of pretty good quality nonetheless. Basically, the sound quality on these speakers is pretty good for the value. <hl> The bass is actually pretty strong for the speakers' size, but the port for what I think is bass reflex wasn't properly designed I guess because the whole point of an bass reflex enclosure is to make a small speaker system have decent bass... which this doesn't. <hl> The speakers also make some random ticking sounds that sound A LOT like morse code lol, which might be caused by poor magnetic shielding and the fact that I have a wireless card on my computer... I'm not really sure. Also, these do sound pretty tinny and as some one mentioned earlier, sort of muffled like the old dolby noise reduction tape decks though not quite as bad. Oddly enough only 1 speaker worked on my computer when on youtube or windows media player, quicktime,etc. but when I did the sound test on my computer the other speaker worked for some reason. This is probably an issue with my computer because the speakers worked fine on my bro's computer. Basically I gave this 4 stars because I think it's not air to expect any better quality than this for only $12 or so.

I bought these because my computer's internal speaker is very quiet, but was of pretty good quality nonetheless.Basically, the sound quality on these speakers is pretty good for the value. <hl> The bass is actually pretty strong <hl> for the speakers' size, but the port for what I think is bass reflex wasn't properly designed I guess because the whole point of an bass reflex enclosure is to make a small speaker system have decent bass... which this doesn't. The speakers also make some random ticking sounds that sound A LOT like morse code lol, which might be caused by poor magnetic shielding and the fact that I have a wireless card on my computer... I'm not really sure.Also, these do sound pretty tinny and as some one mentioned earlier, sort of muffled like the old dolby noise reduction tape decks though not quite as bad. Oddly enough only 1 speaker worked on my computer when on youtube or windows media player, quicktime,etc. but when I did the sound test on my computer the other speaker worked for some reason. This is probably an issue with my computer because the speakers worked fine on my bro's computer.Basically I gave this 4 stars because I think it's not air to expect any better quality than this for only $12 or so.


Question: Do you like the clip we mentioned?

I absolutely love my shuffle.  I listen to audiobooks and the controls are very quick and easy to use.  The voiceover tells what book and chapter is being played and the fast forward or reverse allows me to repeat or go forward when I want.  The pause/play and volume controls are also very handy and easy to operate.  The size and clip are great so it doesn't get in the way or get lost. The battery holds the charge for 15 hours.  I'm going to buy at least one more.The 2 reasons I am not rating the shuffle at 5 stars is because I can only download books or charge it on my Apple computer.  I will have to purchase an accessory wall jack so I can charge it without the computer and, when I travel, I will only be able to download additional books when I have access to an Apple.

Answer: I absolutely love my shuffle

I absolutely love my shuffle .

<hl> I absolutely love my shuffle . <hl> I listen to audiobooks and the controls are very quick and easy to use. The voiceover tells what book and chapter is being played and the fast forward or reverse allows me to repeat or go forward when I want. The pause/play and volume controls are also very handy and easy to operate. The size and clip are great so it doesn't get in the way or get lost. The battery holds the charge for 15 hours. I'm going to buy at least one more. The 2 reasons I am not rating the shuffle at 5 stars is because I can only download books or charge it on my Apple computer. I will have to purchase an accessory wall jack so I can charge it without the computer and, when I travel, I will only be able to download additional books when I have access to an Apple.

<hl> I absolutely love my shuffle <hl>. I listen to audiobooks and the controls are very quick and easy to use. The voiceover tells what book and chapter is being played and the fast forward or reverse allows me to repeat or go forward when I want. The pause/play and volume controls are also very handy and easy to operate. The size and clip are great so it doesn't get in the way or get lost. The battery holds the charge for 15 hours. I'm going to buy at least one more.The 2 reasons I am not rating the shuffle at 5 stars is because I can only download books or charge it on my Apple computer. I will have to purchase an accessory wall jack so I can charge it without the computer and, when I travel, I will only be able to download additional books when I have access to an Apple.

<hl> I absolutely love my shuffle <hl> .


Question: How much loud is the volume?

It worked with my antiquated Sony NWZ-S615F mp3 player. The sound is loud and it doesn't use up a lot of batteries.

Answer: The sound is loud

It worked with my antiquated Sony NWZ-S615F mp3 player. <hl> The sound is loud and it doesn't use up a lot of batteries. <hl>

It worked with my antiquated Sony NWZ-S615F mp3 player. <hl> The sound is loud <hl> and it doesn't use up a lot of batteries.


Question: How is ear?

I am still getting used to this speaker set, but for the price, it is great so far. No it is not like some super concert hall quality set, but for the price it really delivers. I have seen all the various reviews of people complaining of anemic performance(not about this product, but in general) and I always wonder what people expect out of a 2.1 system. For I would say 80% of one's general audio needs, this is a great buy. If you want to shake the pictures off the wall, then maybe go for another package.On a basic user level, I like this unit because all the controls are located on a remote that sits on the desktop. Having to reach under the desk to adjust the bass is not necessary. Also, the various inputs/outputs are located in the same remote. The only complaint I have is that ergonomically, the remote is a bit unbalanced in the various controls - the volume knob is huge and the base is a bit hidden on the side. But that is really small potatoes overall.Regarding the actual sound, it is fine for what it is. Decent bass, the highs and overall frequency balance is fine. As with most audio setups, if you do not have an equalizer on your computer, see about getting one. While this unit is ok in its flat response, it certainly can use some tweaking to get it just right.Overall - especially in terms of price to performance - this is an A+ product. If you are some crazy audiophile, you may not be completely impressed. But for the vast majority of users out there, this is a very affordable and effective computer audio solution.

Answer: effective computer audio solution

I am still getting used to this speaker set, but for the price, it is great so far. No it is not like some super concert hall quality set, but for the price it really delivers. I have seen all the various reviews of people complaining of anemic performance(not about this product, but in general) and I always wonder what people expect out of a 2.1 system. For I would say 80% of one's general audio needs, this is a great buy. If you want to shake the pictures off the wall, then maybe go for another package. On a basic user level, I like this unit because all the controls are located on a remote that sits on the desktop. Having to reach under the desk to adjust the bass is not necessary. Also, the various inputs/outputs are located in the same remote. The only complaint I have is that ergonomically, the remote is a bit unbalanced in the various controls - the volume knob is huge and the base is a bit hidden on the side. But that is really small potatoes overall. Regarding the actual sound, it is fine for what it is. Decent bass, the highs and overall frequency balance is fine. As with most audio setups, if you do not have an equalizer on your computer, see about getting one. While this unit is ok in its flat response, it certainly can use some tweaking to get it just right. Overall - especially in terms of price to performance - this is an A+ product. If you are some crazy audiophile, you may not be completely impressed. <hl> But for the vast majority of users out there, this is a very affordable and effective computer audio solution . <hl>

I am still getting used to this speaker set, but for the price, it is great so far. No it is not like some super concert hall quality set, but for the price it really delivers. I have seen all the various reviews of people complaining of anemic performance(not about this product, but in general) and I always wonder what people expect out of a 2.1 system. For I would say 80% of one's general audio needs, this is a great buy. If you want to shake the pictures off the wall, then maybe go for another package.On a basic user level, I like this unit because all the controls are located on a remote that sits on the desktop. Having to reach under the desk to adjust the bass is not necessary. Also, the various inputs/outputs are located in the same remote. The only complaint I have is that ergonomically, the remote is a bit unbalanced in the various controls - the volume knob is huge and the base is a bit hidden on the side. But that is really small potatoes overall.Regarding the actual sound, it is fine for what it is. Decent bass, the highs and overall frequency balance is fine. As with most audio setups, if you do not have an equalizer on your computer, see about getting one. While this unit is ok in its flat response, it certainly can use some tweaking to get it just right.Overall - especially in terms of price to performance - this is an A+ product. If you are some crazy audiophile, you may not be completely impressed. But for the vast majority of users out there, this is a very affordable and <hl> effective computer audio solution <hl>.

But for the vast majority of users out there, this is a very affordable and <hl> effective computer audio solution <hl> .


Question: How is the tablet?

This tablet case is very well made. It has perfect stitching.  It has openings in all the right places and has a magnet that holds the lid down.  It could not be made better.  I am a very fussy person.  I don't pay top dollar for anything but this it a top dollar item at a low price.  Thanks for making a perfect product.  This case is the best one I have seen.

Answer: a perfect product

Thanks for making a perfect product .

This tablet case is very well made. It has perfect stitching. It has openings in all the right places and has a magnet that holds the lid down. It could not be made better. I am a very fussy person. I don't pay top dollar for anything but this it a top dollar item at a low price. <hl> Thanks for making a perfect product . <hl> This case is the best one I have seen.

This tablet case is very well made. It has perfect stitching. It has openings in all the right places and has a magnet that holds the lid down. It could not be made better. I am a very fussy person. I don't pay top dollar for anything but this it a top dollar item at a low price. Thanks for making <hl> a perfect product <hl>. This case is the best one I have seen.

Thanks for making <hl> a perfect product <hl> .


Question: How to drive in the city?

Although this External Hard Drive is advertised for Mac computers, I used it with my windows PC and so far haven't found many issues. I have many many external hard drives from a gambit of manufacturers, and here's how this one holds up:PROS:- Fairly Fast: though by no means the fastest on the market, it is by no means the slowest. I'm copying 40gb of video on there right now and it says the estimated wait time is 30 minutes. Not too bad. And in actuality it will probably be closer to 20 minutes.- Sleek design: though external hard drive owners are probably more concerned with keeping their files safe, the design here will hopefully also appeal to the trendy-seekers too. I like the silver stripe and the overall look and feel. Definitely more attractive than my others.- Runs quiet/cool: doesn't make any hideous chugging sounds and doesn't get extremely hot. This is good news.- Good price. 3 TB isn't anything to laugh at, so I think this device is quite affordable given the amount of data it can holdCONS:- For Windows users, you will have to download software from their website for the computer to recognize the external hard drive. Honestly, I would rather have something without any software at all. I just want my files on there like a mega USB drive. But whatever, it isn't that big of a deal. For Mac users, you will be able to install the software directly after connecting it to your computer.OVERALL: As long as the drive doesn't crash on me, I can't really complain about it. Good amount of memory, good speed, quiet/cool, nice design. I have a few other Seagates and they seem to be a good brand. No issues. I'd recommend this one as well. And, as always, if the device does start to give me problems I will certainly update my review accordingly.

Answer: Although this External Hard Drive is advertised

<hl> Although this External Hard Drive is advertised for Mac computers, I used it with my windows PC and so far haven't found many issues. <hl> I have many many external hard drives from a gambit of manufacturers, and here's how this one holds up:PROS:- Fairly Fast: though by no means the fastest on the market, it is by no means the slowest. I'm copying 40gb of video on there right now and it says the estimated wait time is 30 minutes. Not too bad. And in actuality it will probably be closer to 20 minutes.- Sleek design: though external hard drive owners are probably more concerned with keeping their files safe, the design here will hopefully also appeal to the trendy-seekers too. I like the silver stripe and the overall look and feel. Definitely more attractive than my others.- Runs quiet/cool: doesn't make any hideous chugging sounds and doesn't get extremely hot. This is good news.- Good price. 3 TB isn't anything to laugh at, so I think this device is quite affordable given the amount of data it can holdCONS:- For Windows users, you will have to download software from their website for the computer to recognize the external hard drive. Honestly, I would rather have something without any software at all. I just want my files on there like a mega USB drive. But whatever, it isn't that big of a deal. For Mac users, you will be able to install the software directly after connecting it to your computer. OVERALL: As long as the drive doesn't crash on me, I can't really complain about it. Good amount of memory, good speed, quiet/cool, nice design. I have a few other Seagates and they seem to be a good brand. No issues. I'd recommend this one as well. And, as always, if the device does start to give me problems I will certainly update my review accordingly.

<hl> Although this External Hard Drive is advertised <hl> for Mac computers, I used it with my windows PC and so far haven't found many issues. I have many many external hard drives from a gambit of manufacturers, and here's how this one holds up:PROS:- Fairly Fast: though by no means the fastest on the market, it is by no means the slowest. I'm copying 40gb of video on there right now and it says the estimated wait time is 30 minutes. Not too bad. And in actuality it will probably be closer to 20 minutes.- Sleek design: though external hard drive owners are probably more concerned with keeping their files safe, the design here will hopefully also appeal to the trendy-seekers too. I like the silver stripe and the overall look and feel. Definitely more attractive than my others.- Runs quiet/cool: doesn't make any hideous chugging sounds and doesn't get extremely hot. This is good news.- Good price. 3 TB isn't anything to laugh at, so I think this device is quite affordable given the amount of data it can holdCONS:- For Windows users, you will have to download software from their website for the computer to recognize the external hard drive. Honestly, I would rather have something without any software at all. I just want my files on there like a mega USB drive. But whatever, it isn't that big of a deal. For Mac users, you will be able to install the software directly after connecting it to your computer.OVERALL: As long as the drive doesn't crash on me, I can't really complain about it. Good amount of memory, good speed, quiet/cool, nice design. I have a few other Seagates and they seem to be a good brand. No issues. I'd recommend this one as well. And, as always, if the device does start to give me problems I will certainly update my review accordingly.


Question: Does the camera glove has no extra pockets?

On my old laptop bag, the handles started coming apart so I was looking for a new one. I wanted something a little smaller that still had a front pocket for extras such as an iPod, the laptop power cord, a small external hard drive, and a couple cables. This case was in my price range and is well reviewed. The very first review and a few others I read mentioned that this bag was a little small and potentially a tight fit. I have a Lenovo e420 14" laptop and decided to buy the 16" bag so I would have a little extra room.When the case arrived the first thing I noticed is the bag is very slim. My 14" Lenovo e420 fits comfortably in the bag leaving a little extra room so it does not scrape the zipper. If I had gone with the 14" bag I have no doubts that there would have been issues with the laptop rubbing on the zipper. I have enough extra room to put a manila folder with some paperwork in the pocket along with the laptop itself. The second/middle zipper has several pockets inside that are good for storing small things. In my case, some SD cards and thumb drives. In front of those small pockets there is room for the laptop power cord, a small usb external hard drive, my iPod Classic, and a couple small misc cables. With all those items it makes the pocket a little bulgy and doesn't leave much room for anything else. The very front zippered pocket on the bag is really tiny. I have a cellphone charger in it and that is a very snug fit by itself.Honestly had I known the bag was practically a notebook sleeve with a front pocket I probably would've opted for a different bag. That being said I'm going to use this one for awhile and see if it grows on me. I like that the bag is smaller than my old one and that its very lightweight material. It feels like it will provide some decent protection and the material of the bag itself won't damage or scratch my belongings inside it.

Answer: those small pockets

On my old laptop bag, the handles started coming apart so I was looking for a new one. I wanted something a little smaller that still had a front pocket for extras such as an iPod, the laptop power cord, a small external hard drive, and a couple cables. This case was in my price range and is well reviewed. The very first review and a few others I read mentioned that this bag was a little small and potentially a tight fit. I have a Lenovo e420 14" laptop and decided to buy the 16" bag so I would have a little extra room. When the case arrived the first thing I noticed is the bag is very slim. My 14" Lenovo e420 fits comfortably in the bag leaving a little extra room so it does not scrape the zipper. If I had gone with the 14" bag I have no doubts that there would have been issues with the laptop rubbing on the zipper. I have enough extra room to put a manila folder with some paperwork in the pocket along with the laptop itself. The second/middle zipper has several pockets inside that are good for storing small things. In my case, some SD cards and thumb drives. <hl> In front of those small pockets there is room for the laptop power cord, a small usb external hard drive, my iPod Classic, and a couple small misc cables. <hl> With all those items it makes the pocket a little bulgy and doesn't leave much room for anything else. The very front zippered pocket on the bag is really tiny. I have a cellphone charger in it and that is a very snug fit by itself. Honestly had I known the bag was practically a notebook sleeve with a front pocket I probably would've opted for a different bag. That being said I'm going to use this one for awhile and see if it grows on me. I like that the bag is smaller than my old one and that its very lightweight material. It feels like it will provide some decent protection and the material of the bag itself won't damage or scratch my belongings inside it.

On my old laptop bag, the handles started coming apart so I was looking for a new one. I wanted something a little smaller that still had a front pocket for extras such as an iPod, the laptop power cord, a small external hard drive, and a couple cables. This case was in my price range and is well reviewed. The very first review and a few others I read mentioned that this bag was a little small and potentially a tight fit. I have a Lenovo e420 14" laptop and decided to buy the 16" bag so I would have a little extra room.When the case arrived the first thing I noticed is the bag is very slim. My 14" Lenovo e420 fits comfortably in the bag leaving a little extra room so it does not scrape the zipper. If I had gone with the 14" bag I have no doubts that there would have been issues with the laptop rubbing on the zipper. I have enough extra room to put a manila folder with some paperwork in the pocket along with the laptop itself. The second/middle zipper has several pockets inside that are good for storing small things. In my case, some SD cards and thumb drives. In front of <hl> those small pockets <hl> there is room for the laptop power cord, a small usb external hard drive, my iPod Classic, and a couple small misc cables. With all those items it makes the pocket a little bulgy and doesn't leave much room for anything else. The very front zippered pocket on the bag is really tiny. I have a cellphone charger in it and that is a very snug fit by itself.Honestly had I known the bag was practically a notebook sleeve with a front pocket I probably would've opted for a different bag. That being said I'm going to use this one for awhile and see if it grows on me. I like that the bag is smaller than my old one and that its very lightweight material. It feels like it will provide some decent protection and the material of the bag itself won't damage or scratch my belongings inside it.


Question: What is winner?

This ASUS router is a very attractive piece of electronic hardware, with its black diamond embossed plastic case.  It is also very fast.  I clocked it at 57.2Mbps and in the range test, it offered 34.4Mbs.  That was at the 2.4 GHz.  At 5 GHz, it clocked out at 112.6Mbps.  At this speed, I can blast through 500MB of data in just around 30 seconds.  If that is not the fastest router out there, it certainly is in the top few.  When I increased the range to 100 feet, the router still scored 76.1Mbps.However, on the downside, it does not provide a guest network on either its 2.4GHz or 5GHz radios.  I am used to having this feature so when my guests arrive, they do not have access to the files on my computer.  I am not sure why they left this feature out of this router.  Perhaps it is because it has 2 USB ports on this very thin router (to support both a printer and an attached storage device) and support for WDS bridging (you can turn off its router function and use it as a wireless bridge). Alternatively, you can configure the router as a wireless access point.  This paper-thin looks just fine on its stand, but it can just as easily lie flat as a pancake on a shelf or on my desk with its ports facing the wall.Set-up of this ASUS router was quick and easy.  I did not even use the installation CD that came in the box.  I simply used my internet browser (Chrome) and went to 192.168.1.1 and it guided me through a very easy and intuitive set-up procedure.  This Disk-Aid feature also has some other features like setting up a FREE Dynamic DNS address.  I simply had to go to the Disk-Aid and pick a unique name and then after three mouse clicks the service is up and running. After that, I can remotely access the router via the Web address:  xyz.asuscomm.com, where xyz is the unique name I picked out.  This router also supports media streaming and can stream digital content stored on the external hard drive to UPnP-compliant network media streamers.This is a heck of a router for the price.  I looked at the Cisco models and they were much more expensive for the same features (sans the guest network feature).  Nevertheless, even with that omission, this is a great deal for the power, performance and range I get with this router.

Answer: This ASUS router is

<hl> This ASUS router is a very attractive piece of electronic hardware, with its black diamond embossed plastic case. <hl> It is also very fast. I clocked it at 57.2Mbps and in the range test, it offered 34.4Mbs. That was at the 2.4 GHz. At 5 GHz, it clocked out at 112.6Mbps. At this speed, I can blast through 500MB of data in just around 30 seconds. If that is not the fastest router out there, it certainly is in the top few. When I increased the range to 100 feet, the router still scored 76.1Mbps. However, on the downside, it does not provide a guest network on either its 2.4GHz or 5GHz radios. I am used to having this feature so when my guests arrive, they do not have access to the files on my computer. I am not sure why they left this feature out of this router. Perhaps it is because it has 2 USB ports on this very thin router (to support both a printer and an attached storage device) and support for WDS bridging (you can turn off its router function and use it as a wireless bridge). Alternatively, you can configure the router as a wireless access point. This paper-thin looks just fine on its stand, but it can just as easily lie flat as a pancake on a shelf or on my desk with its ports facing the wall. Set-up of this ASUS router was quick and easy. I did not even use the installation CD that came in the box. I simply used my internet browser (Chrome) and went to 192.168.1.1 and it guided me through a very easy and intuitive set-up procedure. This Disk-Aid feature also has some other features like setting up a FREE Dynamic DNS address. I simply had to go to the Disk-Aid and pick a unique name and then after three mouse clicks the service is up and running. After that, I can remotely access the router via the Web address: xyz.asuscomm.com, where xyz is the unique name I picked out. This router also supports media streaming and can stream digital content stored on the external hard drive to UPnP-compliant network media streamers. This is a heck of a router for the price. I looked at the Cisco models and they were much more expensive for the same features (sans the guest network feature). Nevertheless, even with that omission, this is a great deal for the power, performance and range I get with this router.

<hl> This ASUS router is <hl> a very attractive piece of electronic hardware, with its black diamond embossed plastic case. It is also very fast. I clocked it at 57.2Mbps and in the range test, it offered 34.4Mbs. That was at the 2.4 GHz. At 5 GHz, it clocked out at 112.6Mbps. At this speed, I can blast through 500MB of data in just around 30 seconds. If that is not the fastest router out there, it certainly is in the top few. When I increased the range to 100 feet, the router still scored 76.1Mbps.However, on the downside, it does not provide a guest network on either its 2.4GHz or 5GHz radios. I am used to having this feature so when my guests arrive, they do not have access to the files on my computer. I am not sure why they left this feature out of this router. Perhaps it is because it has 2 USB ports on this very thin router (to support both a printer and an attached storage device) and support for WDS bridging (you can turn off its router function and use it as a wireless bridge). Alternatively, you can configure the router as a wireless access point. This paper-thin looks just fine on its stand, but it can just as easily lie flat as a pancake on a shelf or on my desk with its ports facing the wall.Set-up of this ASUS router was quick and easy. I did not even use the installation CD that came in the box. I simply used my internet browser (Chrome) and went to 192.168.1.1 and it guided me through a very easy and intuitive set-up procedure. This Disk-Aid feature also has some other features like setting up a FREE Dynamic DNS address. I simply had to go to the Disk-Aid and pick a unique name and then after three mouse clicks the service is up and running. After that, I can remotely access the router via the Web address: xyz.asuscomm.com, where xyz is the unique name I picked out. This router also supports media streaming and can stream digital content stored on the external hard drive to UPnP-compliant network media streamers.This is a heck of a router for the price. I looked at the Cisco models and they were much more expensive for the same features (sans the guest network feature). Nevertheless, even with that omission, this is a great deal for the power, performance and range I get with this router.


Question: How do I send a text message?

The screen quality is simply superb. Text looks sharp, images are true to life, and the contrast is just about right to produce true colors. Everyday tasks and switching between apps is blazing fast and you would hardy notice any stutters. This can be a very good for reading, gaming and web surfing. very light weight and easily fits my pant pockets. I do everything on this tablet and use my phone for messaging and for phone calls. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a powerful tablet at a reasonable price.

Answer: use my phone for messaging and for phone calls

The screen quality is simply superb. Text looks sharp, images are true to life, and the contrast is just about right to produce true colors. Everyday tasks and switching between apps is blazing fast and you would hardy notice any stutters. This can be a very good for reading, gaming and web surfing. very light weight and easily fits my pant pockets. <hl> I do everything on this tablet and use my phone for messaging and for phone calls . <hl> Highly recommended for anyone looking for a powerful tablet at a reasonable price.

The screen quality is simply superb. Text looks sharp, images are true to life, and the contrast is just about right to produce true colors. Everyday tasks and switching between apps is blazing fast and you would hardy notice any stutters. This can be a very good for reading, gaming and web surfing. very light weight and easily fits my pant pockets. I do everything on this tablet and <hl> use my phone for messaging and for phone calls <hl>. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a powerful tablet at a reasonable price.

I do everything on this tablet and <hl> use my phone for messaging and for phone calls <hl> .


Question: How is the capacity?

Why pay Apple prices when you can get the same thing in black for less? Just follow the instructions published here and everywhere to format the drive when you first get it to work efficiently with your Macbook. It is small, light and does not require a wall wart. I hate wall warts and any product that does away with them is a plus in my book.  Put all your excess junk, Logic files, photoshop (if you are still using photoshop anymore) and all the big stuff and free up your hard drive. Access is fast and 1 TB is quite a bit of storage!

Answer: 1 TB

Why pay Apple prices when you can get the same thing in black for less? Just follow the instructions published here and everywhere to format the drive when you first get it to work efficiently with your Macbook. It is small, light and does not require a wall wart. I hate wall warts and any product that does away with them is a plus in my book. Put all your excess junk, Logic files, photoshop (if you are still using photoshop anymore) and all the big stuff and free up your hard drive. <hl> Access is fast and 1 TB is quite a bit of storage! <hl>

Why pay Apple prices when you can get the same thing in black for less? Just follow the instructions published here and everywhere to format the drive when you first get it to work efficiently with your Macbook. It is small, light and does not require a wall wart. I hate wall warts and any product that does away with them is a plus in my book. Put all your excess junk, Logic files, photoshop (if you are still using photoshop anymore) and all the big stuff and free up your hard drive. Access is fast and <hl> 1 TB <hl> is quite a bit of storage!


Question: Why is the camera of poor quality?

Item like The picture, fast deliver 3 days well packed, good Quality for the price .  phone is really lightweight and looks decent. Though I am not too happy about the white backside.The screen is sharp, bright, and colorful. This Nokia runs Windows that is really intuitive and easy to use even for a person (like me) who never had a smartphone before. The phone feels very fast and responsive. The menus look pretty. You can choose color and content of your home screen as well as size, color, and location of the icons. Also, I chosen Bing background (beautiful landscapes that update every day or two) for the lock-screen and like it a lot. WiFi works great. It connects to my home or work network instantaneously. So, the only time I use my cellular data is when I travel to/from work. The camera is decent (as phone cameras go), There is no flash though.

Answer: There is no flash

Item like The picture, fast deliver 3 days well packed, good Quality for the price . phone is really lightweight and looks decent. Though I am not too happy about the white backside. The screen is sharp, bright, and colorful. This Nokia runs Windows that is really intuitive and easy to use even for a person (like me) who never had a smartphone before. The phone feels very fast and responsive. The menus look pretty. You can choose color and content of your home screen as well as size, color, and location of the icons. Also, I chosen Bing background (beautiful landscapes that update every day or two) for the lock-screen and like it a lot. WiFi works great. It connects to my home or work network instantaneously. So, the only time I use my cellular data is when I travel to/from work. <hl> The camera is decent (as phone cameras go), There is no flash though. <hl>

Item like The picture, fast deliver 3 days well packed, good Quality for the price . phone is really lightweight and looks decent. Though I am not too happy about the white backside.The screen is sharp, bright, and colorful. This Nokia runs Windows that is really intuitive and easy to use even for a person (like me) who never had a smartphone before. The phone feels very fast and responsive. The menus look pretty. You can choose color and content of your home screen as well as size, color, and location of the icons. Also, I chosen Bing background (beautiful landscapes that update every day or two) for the lock-screen and like it a lot. WiFi works great. It connects to my home or work network instantaneously. So, the only time I use my cellular data is when I travel to/from work. The camera is decent (as phone cameras go), <hl> There is no flash <hl> though.


Question: How is the compartment?

I recently bought the Slingshot 302AW, hoping to be able to carry two bodies (and some extra lenses and accessories) and still enjoy the fast access of a sling bag.But I cannot find the right configuration for this bag. It is big enough, but the freedom to arrange the internal space is very limited.The main limit is the fixed divider between the upper and the lower compartments.The upper compartment is just a little too small for another body (Sony A700 with VG or Minolta Maxxum 9 with VG with wide-normal lens).The lower compartment is too big for one body, but a little too small for two bodies.After some tries, I managed to fit two bodies in the lower compartment (although the Velcro is very limited), but then I have no fast access to my equipment and I have to take the bag off to get something out.So I don't really understand this bag - if I want fast access for one body, I'll use a smaller bag. If I am giving up the option for fast access and carry two bodies, I will use backpack which is way more convenient.I feel very frustrated - I like this bag, it is very sturdy and comfortable. It is big and has the potential to be exactly what I am looking for. But it is not...AFTER READING THE COMMENTS TO MY REVIEW:This bag might not be designed to carry two bodies. That's true. But the complain is about the fact that the bag is big and has a lot of space, and yet there is no enough space for a setup I can carry with a much smaller bag. Each photographer has his/her own style and his/her own kit. That's why most of the modern camera bags contains dividers that can be moved around. Before I bought that bag I checked how much space it has and I mistakenly assumed that I will be able to use this space as I wish. That is the usual case with camera bags (at least that is the case with the other Lowepro models I own).In that sense, the older versionLowepro SlingShot 300 All-Weather Camera Bag (Black)is better because you can attach the dividers anywhere in the main compartment.

Answer: The upper compartment is just a little too small for another body (Sony A700 with VG or Minolta Maxxum 9 with VG with wide-normal lens).The lower compartment is too big

I recently bought the Slingshot 302AW, hoping to be able to carry two bodies (and some extra lenses and accessories) and still enjoy the fast access of a sling bag. But I cannot find the right configuration for this bag. It is big enough, but the freedom to arrange the internal space is very limited. The main limit is the fixed divider between the upper and the lower compartments. <hl> The upper compartment is just a little too small for another body (Sony A700 with VG or Minolta Maxxum 9 with VG with wide-normal lens).The lower compartment is too big for one body, but a little too small for two bodies. <hl> After some tries, I managed to fit two bodies in the lower compartment (although the Velcro is very limited), but then I have no fast access to my equipment and I have to take the bag off to get something out. So I don't really understand this bag - if I want fast access for one body, I'll use a smaller bag. If I am giving up the option for fast access and carry two bodies, I will use backpack which is way more convenient. I feel very frustrated - I like this bag, it is very sturdy and comfortable. It is big and has the potential to be exactly what I am looking for. But it is not... AFTER READING THE COMMENTS TO MY REVIEW:This bag might not be designed to carry two bodies. That's true. But the complain is about the fact that the bag is big and has a lot of space, and yet there is no enough space for a setup I can carry with a much smaller bag. Each photographer has his/her own style and his/her own kit. That's why most of the modern camera bags contains dividers that can be moved around. Before I bought that bag I checked how much space it has and I mistakenly assumed that I will be able to use this space as I wish. That is the usual case with camera bags (at least that is the case with the other Lowepro models I own).In that sense, the older versionLowepro SlingShot 300 All-Weather Camera Bag (Black)is better because you can attach the dividers anywhere in the main compartment.

I recently bought the Slingshot 302AW, hoping to be able to carry two bodies (and some extra lenses and accessories) and still enjoy the fast access of a sling bag.But I cannot find the right configuration for this bag. It is big enough, but the freedom to arrange the internal space is very limited.The main limit is the fixed divider between the upper and the lower compartments.<hl> The upper compartment is just a little too small for another body (Sony A700 with VG or Minolta Maxxum 9 with VG with wide-normal lens).The lower compartment is too big <hl> for one body, but a little too small for two bodies.After some tries, I managed to fit two bodies in the lower compartment (although the Velcro is very limited), but then I have no fast access to my equipment and I have to take the bag off to get something out.So I don't really understand this bag - if I want fast access for one body, I'll use a smaller bag. If I am giving up the option for fast access and carry two bodies, I will use backpack which is way more convenient.I feel very frustrated - I like this bag, it is very sturdy and comfortable. It is big and has the potential to be exactly what I am looking for. But it is not...AFTER READING THE COMMENTS TO MY REVIEW:This bag might not be designed to carry two bodies. That's true. But the complain is about the fact that the bag is big and has a lot of space, and yet there is no enough space for a setup I can carry with a much smaller bag. Each photographer has his/her own style and his/her own kit. That's why most of the modern camera bags contains dividers that can be moved around. Before I bought that bag I checked how much space it has and I mistakenly assumed that I will be able to use this space as I wish. That is the usual case with camera bags (at least that is the case with the other Lowepro models I own).In that sense, the older versionLowepro SlingShot 300 All-Weather Camera Bag (Black)is better because you can attach the dividers anywhere in the main compartment.


Question: Do you think it's good quality?

I bought this for the sole purpose of listening to music, without the hassle of a cord. It is prefect for mowing lawn, biking, exercising etc. Very comfortable. The sound quality is not as good as wired headphones in my opinion. It is not bad, but the headphones don't produce as good a sound quality as the other sets of in-ear headphones I have had.

Answer: The sound quality is not as good as wired headphones in my opinion

I bought this for the sole purpose of listening to music, without the hassle of a cord. It is prefect for mowing lawn, biking, exercising etc. Very comfortable. <hl> The sound quality is not as good as wired headphones in my opinion . <hl> It is not bad, but the headphones don't produce as good a sound quality as the other sets of in-ear headphones I have had.

I bought this for the sole purpose of listening to music, without the hassle of a cord. It is prefect for mowing lawn, biking, exercising etc. Very comfortable. <hl> The sound quality is not as good as wired headphones in my opinion <hl>. It is not bad, but the headphones don't produce as good a sound quality as the other sets of in-ear headphones I have had.

<hl> The sound quality is not as good as wired headphones in my opinion <hl> .