Book Reviews and Money Saving Tips

This deal is at New Egg, it is VGA only but it is a great deal if you need a very nice monitor at a very low price and the three year warranty is outstanding. I have no financial connection to New Egg or Acer and I earn nothing for posting this, it is just a darn good deal that fits well with Money Saving Tech Tips! Click Here Acer America G185HAb Model Brand Acer Model G185HAb Cabinet Color Black Display Screen Size 18.5" LED Backlight No Widescreen Yes Recommended Resolution 1366 x 768 Viewing Angle 160°(H) / 160°(V) Pixel Pitch 0.30mm Display Colors 16.7 Million Brightness 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio 50000:1(ACM), 1000:1 Response Time 5ms Horizontal Refresh Rate 30 - 80KHz Vertical Refresh Rate 55 - 75Hz Connectivity Connectors D-Sub DVI No HDMI No Power Complies with Energy Star Power Supply 100V-240V Power Consumption 15.5W (typ.) Convenience Regulatory Approvals MPRII Stand Adjustments Tilt Built-in TV Tuner No Built-in Speakers No HDCP Support No Features VESA ...

I'm a believer in battery backup.   I got this deal from Buy.com this morning.  It is worth mentioning as it includes shipping which can be a bear with something as heavy as a UPS.  So check it out, I did not get any compensation  for posting this.  I just like good deals!  $54.95 including shipping!! APC Back-UPS ES 650VA Desktop - BE650G APC Back-UPS ES Series 650VA 390Watt Battery Backup System Features Backup/Run Time 0.07 Hour 390 W Full Load 0.26 Hour 195 W Half Load Battery Recharge Time 16 Hour Typical Package Contents Back-UPS ES 650VA Desktop USB cable User Manual Product Type Standby UPS ...

I still haven’t broken down and purchased a GPS. I have researched and studied them a great deal. I like the ones that say the street name. Instead of saying turn left in 200 yards, they say turn left on Jersey Drive in 200 yards. I feel more comfortable having the street confirmed. I also like the feature that tells you what lane to be in when making turns or taking exits. Think about the number of times you have been in a strange place and discover the 18 wheeler beside you blocked the sign that said exit on the left and now you have 5 lanes to cross to get you your exit and suddenly it is too late and you are in New Jersey and you really didn’t want to got to New Jersey and there is a toll to get back to Pennsylvania and why is it free to leave PA and go to Jersey but if you want to get back to PA from Jersey they charge you? (Yes it is run on but it most aptly describes the feeling of a moment) Traffic alerts are a cool feature too. I dread driving around Washington, D.C. Seems lik...

Gear Head DPF100 Digital Photo Frame - 8-4DPF100 I love these digital frames. This is the best bang for the buck I have seen on one this season, $44.95 with free shipping. I put one up by the kitchen sink and I love seeing my kids and grandkids photos. The grandkids love to sit at the counter and point out themselves, Daddy and Mommy. If you are looking for a gift, this is a winner. This is not a paid blog and I have no financial relationship with buy.com except as a customer. Manufacturer: Gear Head Mfg Part#: 8-4DPF100 UPC: 00878260001132 Buy.com Sku: 206209157 Item#: E32VGL Photos stored on PCs or on memory cards can now be shared with loved ones on this flawless Gear Head 8.4" digital photo frame. Memories are the greatest gifts. The Gear Head 8.4" Digital Photo Frame Includes: USB 2.0 Card Reader: This photo frame works as a USB 2.0 card reader when you plug it into your computer's USB port with a maximum transmission speed of 480Mbps. Slideshow Photo Viewing: The G...