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REVISION 7/31/19  Product lasted 24 months.  Initial post was June 30, 2017 This is an update 7/31/19  My golf watch had the crystal cracked.  It worked fine, including the touch functions but I felt it should be repaired so it would continue to work.   When I emailed the company I was told it could be repaired for between $35 and $40 plus shipping.  That seemed reasonable and I paid $8 to ship it to them.  After a week or so I got an email saying it couldn't be repaired.   My response to them was that it was just a cracked crystal.   The communication with them indicated they didn't know that.   I explained that all functions worked and that only the crystal needed replaced.  I got a response they would look at it again.  Tonight I got another email saying they can't repair it.   Now if they can't replace the crystal I am confused as to why they had me spend $8 to mail it to them. Overall...

I like the blue light that lets you know it is on and working. The ability to have plug in devices and USB charging is crucial for today's world. It would be ideal for travel but what I like is the ability to plug it in on a family room outlet and provide plenty of space for the grandkids to charge their devices. From the vendor: Smart & Safety Charging: 2 AC outlets and 3 USB ports power everything on your desk from a single compact hub. Each port featuring a 2.4a max output! USB Power input 110V-240V; 2AC outlets supply max 1875W(125V/15a); High-quality fire-resistant and high temperature-resistant ABS material makes it fireproof up to 1382℉. Low profile indication light & anti-slip footpad: improved indication light that will not cause bright light in the dark environment. And the anti-slip silica gel footpad make more stable. Compact and Portable: It's small (2.6x3.2x1.9 inch) and lightweight(0.2kg) to fit into luggage and briefcases during your trip out...

Mighty is how Wow describes their speaker and I have to agree.  It has terrific sound!  The volume is also surprising good.  This really would be a party beacon.  In addition the color lights  with multiple settings is pretty awesome.  Very impressive!  Oh, and it comes with it's own inner tube if you do want to take it into a pool.  Frankly I think this will be a go to speaker for most folks.  A few of these floating in the pool at a party would be awesome! Waterproof, shockproof, dust-proof design, omnidirectional sound Portable design with easy carry handle so you can bring your music anywhere Over 20+ hours of battery life, connects with any Bluetooth-enables movile device, including your iPod, iPhone, iPad or Android device Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 360 LED multi-color light Connect more than one WOW-SOUND SPEAKER together for an even greater sound, backed by 1 year If reviewing a product, it may have been rece...

One Battery Type For Multiple Devices makes this a good utility blower.  It does not have the air volume of my other  blower but it is 20 Volts as opposed to 40 Volts which means it is hardly surprising it doesn't have the same oomph!  It did a nice job on the front porch removing flower petals.  It is light and easy to maneuver.  The ability to use the same battery between it and my cordless vacuum cleaner is huge. (reviewed here on 6/28/19)  Battery operated tools tend to run out of juice in a ratio that is direct between need and available juice.  This versatility is important and off sets the less power than my other blower.  You need to balance your need for versatility and power in making a choice of blowers or if no choice is needed grab this one. If reviewing a product, it may have been received free of charge. That will NEVER have a bearing on my recommendations.

This is a nice material and a good size for a 15" laptop.  It has a wealth of pockets and the pass through of the USB and headphone jack is very nice.  The lock is okay, it seems like if someone had larceny in mind they would take the entire backpack.  the strap to hook on to the handle of a pull along suitcase is well thought out.  Good looks, versatile and a reasonable price, what's not to like. If reviewing a product, it may have been received free of charge. That will NEVER have a bearing on my recommendations.

Politicians come and go, Political parties wax and wane. The strength and spirit of our nation is our acceptance of others.  A refuge for all, a caring for the less fortunate. We the people means All of the people! If we are to survive the current divisiveness of our nation we must not forget our country’s basic truths and what and who we pledge to be, our pledge is to the nation ,  not to politicians, not to consumerism, not to race or religion but our  Pledge is to the principles of our Constitution and our Bill of Rights. "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

Considering the Recent Weather This is a NO Brainer.  I don't ever recall as many severe weather warnings.  I know I have never been under so many tornado warnings.  This radio has admirable redundancies.  It has a rechargeable battery that can be charged through solar, through a hand crank and through a standard cell phone charger.  It also has a space for three AAA backup batteries.  I  put lithium batteries in it for the maximum life.  It has the ability to charge your cell phone which is really the major reason I got it.  In addition you have a flashlight and several different types of emergency radio.  This is a remarkably versatile gadget that fuels by old boy scout motto of being prepared. If reviewing a product, it may have been received free of charge. That will NEVER have a bearing on my recommendations.