Archive for May 22nd, 2008

Doc Johnson Lucid Dream 48 Squirmy Vibrator, Purple

Posted by boyberm on May 22nd, 2008

Doc Johnson Lucid Dream 48 Squirmy Vibrator, Purple

 

Made in Cina3
It smells like acetone or some sort of strong chemical. It is made in China so Doc Johnson should get over there and find out what it is made of and is it safe. The instructions say not to use a lubricant with it, I would sure like to know why. I do enjoy the squirmy and so I just use condoms with it.

Squirmy wormy4
Never ever did I think I would admit to anyone but my best friends that I even owned anything like this.
I love the fact I can get affordable toys in the mail from Amazon and that they are packed very discretely. I could open the box in front of my kids if I needed to… they would never guess what was inside the white wrappings.

This vibrator is really lovely and is quickly becoming my favorite out of all my toys.
I love the fact there are no ears or nubs on this one, it is easier to maneuver around without irritation.
It is a really nice size that gets all my spots just right. It is not too big or cumbersome and seems very quiet. No noisy beads to make a racket and wake the whole house.
The rotation is not a strong as I usually like, but that is ok.

Once you get used to the feel and position of the buttons it is easy to control, but I sure would like to see them put a little extra bump on both the + buttons just so it is easier to know what button you are hitting when you are changing speeds.

I have used it several times in the shower and can confirm it is indeed waterproof. I don’t know if I would take it into the tub or spa, but it does very well in small amounts of water (so far). I have even taken it with me to the gym for my after workout shower and it is quiet enough that my friend in the next stall had no idea what I was doing.

It’s true that this thing DOES stink, but who really cares if it gets the job done???
After this one breaks I will buy another….. and another…….

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Lessons Learned iPod nano Scratch Prevention and Removal

Posted by boyberm on May 22nd, 2008

iPod nano is infamous for being prone to scratches. The surface is so easily scratched that people had been scratching it within the hour of opening the box. This may be because Apple used a different formula of polycarbonate than previous iPod models. Regardless of why it is the case, scratches suck; especially so when it is on the nano. The nano being so small the scratches especially noticeable and damaging to the experience since they take up larger portions of space. Even a single scratch on the screen could ruin everything.

Like many people, I didn’t buy the rumors. I treat my stuff with great care; I was going to be an exception to the scratches. It sucks to be wrong. Now, it is many moons after the fact. Compared to the early days we now have a lot more accessories and products to help us keep our nano minty fresh, if we are willing to pay for them. There are also products aimed to bring back the polish of those unfortunate, disfigured nanos. Hopefully, you aren’t on the same path as I was on.

Early Preventions:

The best course of action of course is to prevent your nano from being scratched in the first place. Unlike the very early days of nano, there are now an abundance of cases and skins you can protect your precious with; get one when you buy a nano. Stories of scratching the iPod nano with an hour of opening the box are actually true; sad as it is the nano scratches that easily. Nowadays, Apple ships the nano with a slip case, so perhaps it won’t wear as quickly. That slip case however, is not the most effective of methods or the most pretty. Trust me on this, shelling some extra cash out for a nice case is well worth it if you want to keep it smooth and pretty.

One of the best skin cases out there for nano is iSkin Duo. They feature an ingenious two layer design that protects the nano with near perfection. Everything except the hold switch is covered, and covered well. Beyond the awesome protection it provides, they also come in a variety of color combinations (the outer layer and inner layer have different colors); not only do they work, they look good doing in. You should definitely consider checking them out. The list price may seem a bit high, but you can usually find them selling for much lower than that online. And even at list price, this skin is well worth the money.

But what if you are looking for more? You want a case with even better protection: one that withstands scratches, dust, shock and even water. Well, in that case you are in luck. OtterBox makes such a case for nano; a scratch/dust/shock/water proof, thick plastic case. This is what I call overkill protection; it isn’t a case, it is a thick layer of armor. This think is simply beyond the line of duty for most people. The only down side is that it is quite bulky.

For those who do not wish to alter the look of their iPod, you can get some adhesive protective film covers for some skin tight protection. Just stick them onto your nano and you have yourself a form fitting layer of scratch protection. They aren’t going to provide much protection beyond scratching, though. Power Support films had been quite popular, so you may wish to check them out if this type of protection is what you are looking for. Keep in mind that a lot of film sets cover only the front and back surfaces but not the sides, so be sure to check before you buy. Also, some films do not adhere well (quite useless if that is the case) so be sure to check some reviews first before purchasing.

Late Stages:

So your iPod is terminally disfigured. Its beautiful surface scratched up; worse yet some scratches are on the display and now an “n” looks like an “m” and you can no longer tell between “c” and “o”. All is not lost. There are still ways to reduce the damage, even though you may not be able to reverse it. There are various brands of scratch removal polish that can help. The thing to know is that they are not perfect; although they do make a difference. They can reduce the severity of scratches but they cannot completely remove them.

There are a few notable iPod scratch removers, such as iDrops, iCleaner, Radtech Ice Creme and various ones from the company Radtech. Some work better than others of course, so be sure to check for reviews. A thing to note when using these products, regardless of the brand, is to follow the instructions. A lot of people apply them intuitively, but doing so may not get you the full effect; taking a few minutes to read through the instructions is well worth it for a better result.

If you are one of the few who don’t mind scratches, I envy you whole heartedly. But for those who do care, there are many measures you can take to avoid scratches or to reduce them; prevention is always the best option though. Hopefully they next generation won’t be so scratch prone, but for now, we’ll just have to deal with it.

Wilson Ip is the webmaster of iPod-Cool. You can find reviews and articles on [i]domestic[/i] and [i]Japanese[/i] iPod accessories. Visit the iPod-Cool website.

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Class Action Lawsuit Advice

Posted by boyberm on May 22nd, 2008

Just last week I received a letter in the mail informing me that I was a member of a class action lawsuit against Apple’s hip iPods. Apparently the portable music devices had experienced battery failure on a massive scale, the letter said, and I could do one of two things. I could accept the settlement offer and sign away my own right to sue Apple individually about the battery, or I could opt-out. If I signed, Apple offered to give me a $50 gift certificate to the Apple store. After speaking with my lawyer, I signed the sheet.

Was that the right thing to do? I think it’s safe to say that we have all been, or will all be, holding a similar letter regarding another product at some point. If we don’t immediately discard what appears to be junk mail, the class action notice can be sound so complicated as to induce panic. In this panic, the second wave of valuable letters hit the trash cans. Of all our options, this is probably the least advised. You stand to lose nothing by participating in a class action lawsuit and could gain a great deal, especially if you value justice and corporate responsibility.

So what is a class action lawsuit and why are they contacting me? Class action lawsuits are supposed to give common, everyday people the ability to take on large corporations with reasonable expectations for justice. After all, one middle class guy alone would be squashed by Apple’s top-notch lawyers. He might not have lost very much, maybe he has to recharge his iPod a couple extra times a day, but you can be sure that Apple saved millions of dollars between this battery and the next best option. They took a shortcut, and the battery failed. The class action lawsuit allows Apple (and this is just an example) to pay a little bit back to a whole lot of people.

I was lucky, because Apple was already settling the case when I received the letter. There were no big legal battles, nothing drawn out. If the case goes to court, class action members must sign in or out at the beginning. If you don’t sign, you’re still in the lawsuit, and bound by the terms of judgment. Only by specifically opting out of the class action lawsuit can you disassociate yourself from it. If you opt out you will not receive any of the rewards at the end, but you reserve the right to file your own lawsuit later. The time period available for making this choice is small, which leaves you very little time to seek legal council. If you can, do so! Lawyers can be expensive, but the costs should be covered should your side with the settlement and an initial consultation can be invaluable in making your decision. This should not be a gamble but a carefully informed choice.

Receiving a letter in the mail or reading a published announcement about a class action lawsuit is the easy part. What happens if you have a problem, you observe that your neighbors have the same problem, and the company in question won’t respond? This is the point when you call a lawyer and begin your own class action lawsuit. Your lawyer will call theirs and I guarantee, a company that does not respond to your individual phone calls will hear their lawyer. Filing a class action lawsuit is not the easiest thing to do, but sometimes it is the only way to establish justice for consumers. When my iPod battery failed three years ago I did not consider class action as an option, but I am very grateful that some brave individual took it upon himself to pursue the lawsuit. I now have more confidence in Apple for offering an easy settlement for their defective product and more confidence in the judicial system.

If you have any questions about participating in a class action lawsuit, contact an experienced class action attorney to discuss your case.

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