Author Archive for BJones
Panasonic LUMIX DMC-ZS30
18.1 Megapixel Wifi Digital Camera 8.5/10 By Brian Jones The LUMIX DMC-ZS30 is a feature packed 18.1 megapixels point and shoot capable of shooting 1080p video. The connectivity features are what really make this an interesting camera. Wifi makes sharing with friends and sending photos to the computer extremely easy through he 802.11 b/g/n connection. […]
Nikon D5200
24.1 MP DSLR w/ 18-55mm Zoom Lens 9/10 By Brian Jones The Nikon D5200 is an update of the 2011 D5100. The most important differences are the 24.1 MP sensor, a built-in stereo mic for video, and the 39 point auto focus system found in the D7000. It weighs in at about the same as […]
Popular Baby Cribs
By Valerie Baldowski More than one factor comes into play when deciding on what infant crib to buy when a little one is on the way. The most methodical way is to read up on reviews published by consumer groups and federal agencies monitoring the safety of cribs. But being human, many consumers make their […]
Car Seat LATCH System
By Valerie Baldowski Once upon a time the rules for installing infant car seats were informal and left up to individual families, but now the rules are much more stringent. In 2002 the government mandated the LATCH restraint system, (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) which is a standardized system to ensure their safety when […]
Sony BDP-S5100
Full HD 1080p 3D Wifi Blu-Ray Player 9/10 By Steve Holdgren This updated for 2013 blu-ray player has all the features you’ll need to get the most out of your HDTV and Blu-ray discs. They player is equipped with built-in wifi, so there is no need to worry about those silly dongles or finding a […]
Baby Crib Safety Standards
By Valerie Baldowski It’s been said that not all cribs are alike. Despite the homogenous nature of this product, seemingly minor differences one brand has from other brands can add up to a safer crib. An example can be a comparison between the Babyletto Harlow 3-in-1 and the Sorelle Prescott Convertible 4-in-1. The Sorelle Prescott […]
New Baby Trend Convertible Car Seat
By Valerie Baldowski Parents shopping for child safety seats at Toys “R” Us and Babies “R” Us are probably just now noticing another brand of seat on the shelves. Baby Trend, Inc. has launched its new trendz FastBack 3-in-1 car seat nationwide. The seats were scheduled to hit the stores on Jan. 9. The two […]
Cuisinart DCC-1200
12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker 7.5/10 By Brittany Rowland Cuisinart has put together a very basic drip coffee machine that does the job right. The DCC-1200 gives families a fully programmable automatic drip coffee maker with the added convenience of an adjustable heater plate to keep your coffee at the right temperature. When it comes to […]
Food Processor Accessories
Some of the high-end food processor models come with a dizzying array of blades, slicing discs, and other accessories that promise to make your kitchen work easier. Indeed they can, provided that you know what each accessory is for and when to use it. S-blade The S-blade is the most basic feature of the food […]
Knife Sharpening Tools and Tips
By Brittany Rowland Sharpening your special kitchen knives when it’s required will keep them cutting and slicing away with speed and precision. Even though many knife manufacturers boast that their knives stay sharp and rarely need honing, it’s still smart to have a couple tools at hand for when your blades inevitably start getting dull. […]
Tips to Choose the Best Face Cream
By Lane Reid Keeping skin hydrated and balanced is an important step in staying youthful and keeping skin blemish-free. There are two major factors to consider when purchasing a moisturizer; the first being skin type and the second being budget. There are five basic skin types which are normal, dry, combination, oily and sensitive. Once […]
Best Face Cream
Top 10 Rated Face Creams By Lane Reid Facial moisturizers should enhance an individuals skin type creating balance and proper hydration. From normal to oily there are some amazing formulas to choose from on this top 10 list! The selections for this category were chosen based on the following criteria: 1) Skin types 2) Price […]
Best 4-Slice Toaster
Top 10 Rated 4-Slice Toasters By Brittany Rowland A 4 slice toaster is perfect for a household full of toast lovers. If three or four people are around for breakfast every morning, a toaster this size is going to be just right. Even if one person wants toast and another wants a frozen waffle, you’ll […]
New Store for Online Crib Shopping
By Valerie Baldowski There is a new online contender fighting for a share of the market in the infant crib industry. TheCribHub.com announced its presence in the competitive baby furniture arena in November 2011. The Crib Hub, an online retail business based in California’s Central Valley, sells a variety of cribs as well as other […]
Parts of a Chef’s Knife
By Brittany Rowland If you’re hunting for a top-quality chefs knife, then it’s helpful to understand the basic components of a knife and what qualities makes it durable and strong. Forged steel is always preferable. The steel should run in one piece from the tip of the knife to the tang, or the part that’s […]
Long Slot Toasters: The New Toaster Style
By Brittany Rowland A new kitchen appliance style that seems to be gaining more and more attention is the elongated toaster. Traditionally, toasters come in paired slots (either one or two pairs), but the elongated toaster extends those slots to accommodate two slices of bread or one slice of larger artisan/homemade bread. So what are […]
