Whims and Wonders

Work Boots

2007-11-25T11:53:00.000-08:00

With each new step in growth in your company, comes a new set of hurdles. If you buy a bunch of new equipment for your shipping department, you will then be required by OSEA to put new safety measures in place to keep your employees safe.

One such safety measure is foot protection. So, now you must make sure that your employees have the proper work shoes. It is important that you purchase quality Steel Toe Boots and that they have the proper fit.

When you are buying online, make sure they offer free shipping at the $100 mark. Check their return policy to ensure that they will exchange them if the work boots do not fit correctly. Do some research to see that they are priced competitively.

AMD's New Microprocessors

2007-11-25T11:52:00.000-08:00

AMD is now working on a new set of microprocessors that are more efficient. Both Intel and AMD are both understanding the need to create smaller, cooler, and faster CPU's. The new CPU that AMD is soon to release on the market is believed to be the ultimate solution to laptop user's needs – longer power and more efficient product lines.

All laptops have problems with battery life. More often than not, its battery run out even before the user had finished doing their tasks on their computer. AMD is looking to solve that problem. It is looking to create a processor that works with lesser heat and least power required. Therefore, the laptop's battery won't run out faster than it should.

Printer Cartridges

2007-11-25T11:42:00.000-08:00

So how do you find out which cartridge your printer takes? Well, if you are lucky, it will be either on the printer itself. You could look in the manual that I know you kept, right?

Better yet, you can use the Cartridge Finder website. Not only will the site help you find exactly the printer cartridge you need, but it will also show you a selection of places to buy them from. Powered by PriceGrabber.com, you know you are getting the best possible price on the web

The 8GB Apple iPhone

2007-11-25T11:41:00.001-08:00

Around 4 years worth of buzz and rumors have been created about Apple iPhone during its pre-release stages. And the wait had long been over. When Apple iPhone was finally released, the delight was with music lovers, mobile phone fanatics, and wireless internet users. The Apple iPod is definitely everything a person who is always on the go ever needs to have.

Apple is currently selling the latest Apple iPhone model running with a big storage bank of eight Gigabytes. Costing only $399 with free shipping, the phone is bundled with AT&T's 2-year activation contract. Love the iPhone with its 3.5-inch color display, revolutionary phone features, and totally cool music.

Datehookup.com

2007-11-25T11:37:00.000-08:00

I recently took a look at Datehookup.com. Their registration forms were easy to complete and very thorough. They allow you to describe yourself, your personality, and even upload a photo, all for free! The search feature is robust and allows you to drill down by personality, income, religious preference, or many other areas. Although I am new to personals, I look forward to seeing how might be interested in meeting me based on my own description.

Smaller and Skinnier PC's

2007-11-25T11:27:00.000-08:00

Last month, AMD attempted at yet another skinny innovation of a desktop PC. This is a far cry from the iMac, which had conveniently found a way to totally do without the bulky computer chassis. However, AMD is doing its best to minimize the space required for computers, all for the benefit of middle-class computer users who can't much afford the high-off-the-roof price of iMacs.

AMD called their small and thin chassis the DXT form factor. It's almost a third smaller than the regular ATX chassis and several inches more compact and thinner than the micro ATX. The box also includes locations for the computer's major components, namely the motherboard, expansion slot, mounting holes, and input/output ports.

Free Online Dating

2007-11-25T11:11:00.000-08:00

If you are tired of paying through the nose for online dating services that just don’t work, then smooch.com might be just for you. Smooch.com is a free online dating service. No, it isn’t like craigslist where you are selling yourself like some garage sale item. Smooch.com uses the latest technology to provide you with all of the powerful tools of the large pay dating sites for free! click here to go to Smooch

Online Storage Options

2007-11-23T21:06:00.000-08:00

I personally like to use 4shared.com when it comes to online file storage, and these are for a lot of reasons. First off, 4shared.com lets me use download accelerators whenever I need to. It also lets me upload multiple files, as well as lets me the see the progress of my uploads through its progress bar! This way, I can easily budget my time for uploading.

What’s more, 4shared.com allows anonymous file uploading, which is a good thing because I highly value my privacy. Not only that, I can also download multiple files spontaneously! Now, this is the feature I like best about 4shared.com, plus the fact that I can change the file description of my downloads to whatever I want!

My LED Christmas

2007-11-23T10:48:00.000-08:00

I switched over to LED Christmas lights last year. The new LED mini lights are so much more efficient than the old incandescent bulbs, and they last 50,000 or more hours. No more spending 4 hours trying to figure out which bulb is out every year.

The uses for this new LED technology are cropping up all over the place. We had them installed around the bottom edge of our deck railing to light the deck with ambient soft light during a late even get-together. The installer was even able to make bends and splits that were impossible older style lights.

Also, when you use these LED mini lights as your LED Xmas lights, you can attach them end to end for long distances. Now anyone can get good coverage on the tree when I have that many lights available to me.

These LED Christmas tree lights run much cooler than a standard bulb so they are much safer than older-style bulbs. They run just 1 degree over the current room temperature so they are basically cool to the touch. That’s another nice feature if you have kids or kids visit during the Holidays.

LimeWire

2007-11-16T21:05:00.000-08:00

LimeWire is just about the best file sharing program that I have ever come across with. And it is the fastest as well, especially when it comes to version 4.14 of the program itself! With LimeWire 4.14, I have better control over shared folders in my network. I also have a built-in Bittorrent Support system in the program! This means I have more ways to share files with my friends!

Another thing that I enjoy about LimeWire 4.14 is the fact that I receive notifications when my downloads are done already. And the same goes no matter what application I am currently using! This is just about the most convenient feature this new version can boast of!

Nintendo Wii

2007-11-09T09:44:00.000-08:00

When it comes to game consoles, the Nintendo Wii is the only system that I really want to get. Far better than its predecessor, which is the Gamecube franchise, it is actually the motion controls of the system that really impressed me. With its motion-sensing abilities, the motion controls would definitely enhance my gaming experience!

Plus, with its multiplayer gaming processor, I can easily hook up a lot of players and create my very own network! With 4 controller pad ports and expansion slots for SD cards, I can easily set up my network of gamers! And, if that’s not enough, I can play DVDs with the Nintendo Wii as well! This really makes the perfect Christmas gift for myself!

Where do you get all of your 5.11 Tactical Clothing and Gear?

2007-11-02T07:36:00.000-07:00

As you all know, I do spend a bit of time giving back to my favorite hobby. I was lucky to have had a wonderful instructor for handgun, rifle and shotgun training. He has really gone the extra mile for me and I appreciate it. Our agreement was that I would do the same when the time came and I do and am. I spend a lot of time with the local police and sheriff’s departments at my home range. We are there to keep them safe and to offer our assistance and expertise.

One question I am often asked is where to find some of the equipment that I use. I have a lot of specialized gear that I use for practical and tactical competitions I am involved in. Most of the clothing I wear is specialized as well. You can find some of the best deals on 511 Tactical Clothing and accessories at 511tacticaloutdoors. They have some of the best selection of clothing, hard to find flashlights and the best holsters around.

LG VX8500 Chocolate

2007-11-02T06:42:00.000-07:00

If there is one mobile phone that I have been pining for the longest time, it’s the LG VX8500 Chocolate. When it comes to style, design, and features, the LG VX8500 Chocolate is indeed the phone that I so want to have.

But the feature that I so love about this phone is its music player. If you do not have an iPod player, then you should consider getting the LG VX8500 Chocolate, just like me. This is because the phone comes with touch buttons just like the iPod player. But the LG VX8500 Chocolate is way better than the iPod player because it has speakers! You no longer have to plug your phone onto speakers. In this aspect alone, the LG VX8500 Chocolate is definitely the better choice!

Small business Loans

2007-11-01T06:15:00.000-07:00

When you first start a business, or even during a period of growth, you may need to find credit when you have little collateral. One of the best options is to look at unsecured financing.

Unsecured financing can help you with credit cards, Business Loans, small business lines of credit. The monies you get can be used to help with cash flow problems, to consolidate business debt, expand your business to help with growing pains, or financing your flooring opportunity.

Unsecured financing offers fast funding, with most funds available within 1-3 weeks. The higher your credit score, the less documentation you need, so it’s an easy process. If you find the right company, you can count on great service.

New desktop for my home

2007-11-01T04:54:00.000-07:00

I am thinking of getting a new desktop for my home, and the Velocity Micro ProMagix PCX keeps popping into my mind. The first time I saw it, I was immediately intrigued by its attractive appearance, as well as its shiny black shade. But it’s not just the desktop’s appearance that has caught my attention.

With a 2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo E6600 CU and the nVidia GeForce 8800 GTS for a graphics adapter, this makes a very impressive desktop to have. What’s more, the CPU can be upgraded to a quad-core, if you would prefer it! It also has the 19-inch ViewSonic VA903b LCD monitor, which makes the whole unit very nice to look at. This is indeed a great PC to have, just in time for Christmas! Now, if only I could get my hands on a couple thousand dollars!

Morph Me Into A Non-Smoker

2007-11-01T04:47:00.000-07:00

Alright, so I am a smoker. I smoke way too much, as if one isn’t. but I digress. I have been trying to quit for a while. My nephews have been trying to get me to quit for a while. My mother has been trying… Well you get the idea. So here is my new motivational video:

This video morph was made with Morpheus Photo-Morpher. It was too easy too use. This software does that great photo-morphs like the ones you saw in that Michael Jackson video: ‘Black or White’. So I used it to make my own photo-morph.

The software itself was easy to install. It was a small download and it was quick to set up. I didn’t even realize that the entire program was ready to go when it had been for a while.

Upon launching the program, it immediately went in to a wizard to help me through the process. First, I chose the first picture to use, a shot of me by the lake. Next, the target photo was of a skull smoking. Then I chose the spots that were in relation to each other. Mouth, eyes, ears, nose, and so forth, and I was ready for a preview.

I hit the play button, and I was instantly treated to my motivation. There in front of me was a face morphing in to a skull smoking. Then, when I was done, I rendered the photo and saved it, done deal. It was too easy. Try it for yourself.

XPS M1710

2007-11-01T03:45:00.000-07:00

This has got to be the best laptop for gamers ever! The Dell XPS M1710 has the latest in graphic card technology that has the ability to run the newest games very smoothly! The NVIDIA® GeForce Go 7950 GTX Video Card comes with the laptop, along with the processor speed of 2.16 GHz from Intel’s Core 2 Duo processor! What’s more, it has a hard drive capacity of 100 GB, with an installed memory of 2 GB! It also boasts of Microsoft Windows XP Media Center for its operating system! Pretty sweet for any gamer!

It also helps that the appearance of the XPS M1710 is just as good as its gaming performance! With its Formula Red shade, I will definitely be catching the eyes of a lot of people when I get one of my own!

Cracked Tooth, No Dentist

2007-11-01T02:53:00.000-07:00

OK, so here we are, out in the middle of nowhere. We are bird-hunting about 18 miles outside of Arlington, Oregon, who's only claim to fame is that Doc Severinsen couldn't wait to leave and take over the Tonight Show Band. It is truly a high-plains desert.

We are the guests of the Olex Preserve and are having a beautiful experience. During lunch, one of my fellow bird hunters cracks a tooth on a piece of shot that remained in our pheasant soup lunch. So our trip is over, we need to head back to civilization and fix him up. The pain in his face says it all.

So we stop at the first drug store we see, a quaint little store from the days when all shop-owners new you by name. The druggist/owner suggests that he try Dentemp OS. So he buys it and the rest of us head over for a replacement meal. He is keen to try the product and relieve the pain.

Within 30 minutes, he not only says he is ready to go back and finish our hunt, but he is even able to eat! The stuff worked so well that he was even able to make it through the weekend on his temporary dental repair and go in for a regular dental visit to get the tooth fixed. That Dentemp OS saved our trip, and my buddy's tooth!

Predict the weather

2007-11-01T02:32:00.000-07:00

Do you believe in predictions? Do you think there are some technologies out there that work to predict what will happen in the future? Meet the Oregon Scientific Weather Hub.

As far as I know, the Oregon Scientific Weather Hub was designed to predict upcoming weather. The units are built with small sizes and simple designs. They feature small, round double screens, the first one being capable of displaying the future weather icon, be it sunny, rainy, or cloudy. The other screen then shows the temperature degree based on Celsius or Fahrenheit. All of these capabilities are made possible with the system’s built-in barometer.

Having said all that, you might be thinking that you will have to save up a lot of extra bucks for such item, but you can find Oregon Scientific around $20.

Man-cave Must-haves

2007-11-01T02:30:00.000-07:00

If you’re are looking for the perfect idea and need to pick up some gifts for guys then you need to check out carguygarage.com. They have everything your beloved gear-head might need to make his man-space perfect. They have the usual floors, workbenches, and cabinets, as well as the useful lighting, stools and refrigerators. Whatever that special man in your life might need to transform his man-cave from functional to enviable, they have it.

Pink Zune For Girls Or Dumbledore

2007-10-26T04:56:00.000-07:00

Heard about the rumored Pink Zune from Microsoft? The first time I read something about it, I was awed by its great features and capabilities. It was finally launched this year by Microsoft itself, along with its other wonderful gadgets.

Pink Zune is the perfect weapon for girl techies who need to stay in style. It was designed by Microsoft to appear as a light Magenta. What I find highly valuable about this product is the video and music streaming capability it can handle. It is a high-end unit that does not only allow users to listen to a variety of music from its built-in radio and sound files, but to view vivid photos as well. The settings are user-friendly, making it more wonderful to take.

For this Christmas season, I would start shopping for the best deals around as early as possible.

Danner Boots

2007-10-23T13:44:00.000-07:00

Danner boots are over-built. They rely on experts in industry, military, law enforcement, hunting and outdoor recreation areas to test and retest their products to make absolutely sure that you will be completely satisfied. Each Danner Boots product they manufacture meets their highest standards of craftsmanship and dedication to quality.

To get the best possible deal on the Danner Boots you need for your outdoor experience or work, visit Metboots.com. To receive the same excellent service, visit Copshoes.com for your military and police boots.

Both Copshoes.com and Metboots.com offer the things that you need when looking for a place to purchase your boots. They have competitive pricing and great selection. Both places have the option of many different shipping speeds, but they will give you free shipping for any orders that are over $100.

Sony HDRSR7 and DCR-SR42 Camcorders

2007-10-23T13:40:00.000-07:00

Sony camcorders are among the most praised and valued technologies of today. If I had the money to buy one for myself, I’d choose something that shoots with high definition clarity, allowing me to capture all the memorable moments possible.

One great camcorder that makes that degree of clarity possible, is the Sony HDRSR7 hi-definition hard drive camcorder. It features a 60 GB hard disk drive, compact design, and zooming capabilities. These handy cameras go from $884 to $1,400 though.

There is also Sony DCR-SR42 30 hard drive camcorder with a 3D tour feature. It needs no switching of tapes to capture actions simultaneously, as you can start filming as long as you have power. This model has a price of $425, which is pretty reasonable for a functional camcorder.

Which of the two camcorders should I choose? That will depend much on what I really can afford to pay.

Oregon Vacations

2007-10-23T13:18:00.000-07:00

The Oregon Coast is a magic and wonderful place. It has so many diverse environments. In the bays you get rocky shores and glassy waters. On the coast, you get wild waves suitable for surfing and sandy shores the occasional driftwood log. In the inlets, you see grassy plains perfect for agriculture. Higher up the mountain is the home of a budding wine making and grape-growing area.

Each season of the year feels completely different. The summers are long and the sunsets are beautifully warm, perfect for a late evening marshmallow roast on the beach. Spring and Fall bring on the brisk breezes perfect for kite-flying. Winter is the time for cuddling up in front of the fireplace with that special someone to watch the weather and waves.

Each city and town of the Oregon Coast has its own distinct personality. Some towns thrive on their antiques and markets. Others are known for their art and crafts. Some have the feel of a big city, with high-end dining, entertainment, and a casino.

When you visit the Oregon Coast, there are so many places to stay. You can choose to stay at a motel or hotel, buy a time-share, or you can rent a vacation home. Hotels can be impersonal and often don’t give you the true flavor of the town or city you are staying in. Time-shares are expensive and often don’t give you the flexibility you might want to visit other towns or cities, and often lock you in to certain times of the year. Rental homes are the perfect way to enjoy the true Oregon Coast experience.

Each Oregon Rental home is often decorated to show the tastes of the owners, with a special look and feel. You don’t share a wall with some noisy neighbors, and you can set your own schedule. Barbecue on the back deck, within view of the ocean, or go out to eat at a local eatery and watch the sunset. Get up early and go to the craft fair. Take off for the day up or down the coast and know you have a place to come back to. Some even offer a private hot tub to ease the tension away. Oregon coast vacation rentals give you the opportunity to truly enjoy the coast at your pace and at your convenience, and isn’t that what we all want when we are on vacation?

Apple iPhone 8GB

2007-10-23T02:07:00.000-07:00

The Apple iPhone 8GB has indeed caused quite a stir in the market. It has received a lot of negative reviews. But I, for one, am still considering getting my own iPhone really soon. With its specs and features, the iPhone indeed makes a great gadget.

The iPhone is actually a camera, digital player, and MP3 player all rolled in one. It has WiFi, and supports Bluetooth technology. Its camera has 2.0 megapixel capabilities, with a hard drive capacity of 8GB. The phone supports a number of media formats, namely H.264, Apple Lossless, WAV, AAC, AIFF, and MP3 files. What’s more, it supports POP3 and IMAP4 messaging! This is still a pretty cool phone to have!