super handy but has some minor annoyances
581052
I was looking for an all in one driver for around the house.
The whole concept is amazing and i love that everything fits inside and is spring loaded. I have used this more than any other tool for around the house repairs and adjustments. The biggest selling point that I have to mention is that i have hung large and small hanging lights and i was able to swap bits and go from Phillips to Flathead without any help.

Positives:
-very compact and handy
-sturdy design
-great green grip but wish it was a bit tackier or thinker for ergonomics
-magnetic tip is excellent and has saved me a few times
-spring loaded extension is great

Negatives:
-the thick tip that you insert the bits is too fat for tight spaces
  + you can swap the extension for a different one or you another extension into the one with the green tip. its a bummer for me but not a deal breaker
4845257
This device is very handy.  I've yet to brew with it (the intended use case),  but I have tested it for a few applications, and I think it will serve well.

There are two things worth noting however.

## This is not a PID controller.

It doesn't say it is anywhere in the description, but Amazon will return it on a search for such.

This means it's a little dumb about getting to the set point, as it doesn't attempt to consider the rate of change.  It also isn't able to "pulse" the heating output when it nears the set point, which would be a nice feature.

In practice this means you will overshoot your temp often.  You can tweak this, but depending on the hysteresis in the system,  don't be shocked if you're overshooting or overshooting by several degrees.

For brewing, or controlling a cock-pot, this should be more than fine.

It's not going to cut if for my coffee prep though. it's less accurate than I am with mixing cold and hot water with a simple insta-read.

## The UI is kinda rubbish.
It's a good thing I grew up in the 80s, and remember the old 7 segment consumer electronics we had back then :)  I think for the money a cheap LCD with real words would have been an obtainable design goal.  Given the fact that you might find yourself tweaking the settings a lot to make up for the simplicity of the controller,  this is a small annoyance.

Still, overall, well made, and it ran my tests for a few days constantly!
4617470
Very handy product. Works well. Does pick up a lot of background noise - not for me but for the person on the other end of the phone call. My only other complaint is it randomly disconnects and immediately reconnects sometimes which is a pain when you are trying to answer the phone and this happens
3451994
Super handy and the even opening function is really nice. The wire cutters are pretty weak though, you'll buckle the edge if you cut anything stronger than a paperclip
879036
Super useful.

One downside is that the magnet on the bottom tends to rub off on things that it scrapes. I covered the bottom in packing tape to fix.
4198171
The packaging is very nice and clean, and you can definitely sense that there is a high quality product inside. When you get to hold the actual battery, its finish feels superb and of high quality as well. I really liked everything about the battery on a first impression. The fact that is has two included cables, reducing the need to carry any cables, is a huge plus in my book towards portability, and making a great battery back up for the day. It is a really nice compact size and easy to take with you anywhere.

The major drawbacks I noted in the short time I've owned it so far are that it seems to take a while to charge up the unit to full. I guess the charging input isn't rated higher, so the charging happens slower. The other drawback was how short the attached cables are, which in itself isn't quite a drawback for the benefit you're receiving as its inclusion. When attached to your phone, it makes pocketing awkward. However, the trade-off for the convenience of having to carry no extra cables is worth it.

All in all, I really like this battery and would recommend it to anyone.
1480039
I love it, it is super convenient and very useful. The only think is one of the keys was coming off, but I fixed it. Also it's a bit bulky, but I don't mind it since the picture provided showed that.
2962537
handy and efficient.  Could do better on hard floors
2978438
This little scanner is indeed very handy under the right circumstances, but can be a bit awkward for scanning books with a small inner margin ("gutter") or that don't lie perfectly flat. It can make it tough to move the wand steadily (leading to a wavy image) or cut the image off. I'm beginning to get the hang of it, but my big scanner is still better for some of the sorts of things I like to scan (such as a page here or there from a library book I don't want to buy). I haven't started on the major project I bought the scanner for - scanning old photos for my family genealogy - but it should work well for that. It is fun to use, and has features I haven't learned yet. I also bought the firm-sided carrying case, which I think is a good investment, even if you don't plan to take the wand out of the house - it holds the microSD chip adapter and the connecting wires etc. and protects the wand very nicely. I definitely think this was the right model for me, with the most flexibility - if you're going to bother to buy the thing, get all the bells and whistles the first time (900 dpi, PDF ready, etc.).
808629
Well made and handy to use. The two problems that keep it from getting five stars are (1) it's awkward to read while charging, and (2) while standing it's hard to use the on/off switch.
4540541
I have really enjoyed the convenience, versatility, and usefulness of this stand. I've used it on the floor, on a counter that's a bit too low, while lying in bed, on a coffee table, etc. I even use it while I'm on my bike trainer. It's held up against my abuse. The legs can get a bit wobbly if it isn't on a hard surface (e.g. if you're placing it on your mattress) but that's to be expected.

I would have given it 5 stars, but the one I received doesn't seem to function entirely as advertised. The page says that the small and large platforms can be offset from each other, but it seems that my table has a non-rotating joint - the platforms appear to be firmly fixed with interlocking pieces.

However, this wasn't a deal breaker for me. I mainly love this table just because it served its purpose: allowing me to use my tiny laptop anywhere, and making it easier on my back and neck!
2298703
For the most part, this camera bag is well designed and well thought out. It's not only compact but its ergonomics is such that it will allow you very quick and easy access to your camera. This camera bag definitely has a few very nifty features that I love. I do, however, have a couple of complaints:

1) The compartments can't be configured to hold a larger lens. For example, it won't hold my Canon EF 100-400mm f/5.6 lens (even with the lens hood off). This camera bag may not be well suited for bird and wildlife photographers and portrait photographers who use a bigger portrait lens such as the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8. Still, the bag is very practical for landscape photography -- and that's what I'll be using this bag primarily for.

2) Tripods (save for the ultra compact and lightweight tripods like this&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Slik-Sprint-Mini-II-Tripod/dp/B0029QGQ5Q/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Slik Sprint Mini II Tripod</a>) cannot be securely strapped onto the side. The paltry single tripod strap on the side of the camera bag gives larger tripods plenty of wiggle room and that's definitely not something you want while you're on the go.

In all other respects, I'd have to say Case Logic has done an incredible job in making this camera bag very, very user friendly:

= Ergonomics
The camera bag has strategically placed handle bars that allow you to steady the camera bag with one hand while the other hand is able to quickly zip or unzip a compartment. The operation of the zippers to all compartments is very, very smooth. All zippers have these very distinctive zipper pulls that make reaching for a zipper to zip or unzip a compartment BY FEEL uncannily quick and effortless.

= Compactness
The camera bag measures 9" x 6" x 14" (L x W x H). Its compact size is ideal for the photography who doesn't want to be bogged down by clunky and unwieldy camera equipment while on the go. Wildlife and landscape photographers and photographers who want to travel light will appreciate the mobility this camera bag affords them over traditional camera bags.

= Protectiveness
The camera bag is well-padded all around to protect your camera and lenses from some bumps, or even a short drop.

= Compartments
Now, let talk compartments:

- Main (Side) Compartment
The main compartment will hold a full size DSLR (e.g. Canon 5D Mark III) with a larger walk-around lens (e.g. Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8) plus one or two smaller lenses.

- Top Compartment
The top compartment will hold batteries, cleaning implements (lens pen, lens blowers, microfiber cloth, etc), and a few other odds and ends. Within the this compartment is a zippered compartment for your filters and memory cards,

- Back Compartment
The back compartment is big enough for a good-sized tablet (possibly a smaller notebook). It measures 8" x 11".

- Tripod Compartment
The tripod strap will securely hold an ultra compact and lightweight tripod.

= Rainfly
The camera bag comes with a rainfly stowed on the bottom of the unit will keep your camera equipment dry in the event of rain.

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As an avid hiker and photographer, I will be using this camera bag for taking my equipment with me while I'm on shorter (~10-mile or less) hikes. I had never been a fan of the single should sling camera bags, but after using this Case Logic bag, I have become a convert!

The Verdict: If you're looking for a compact camera bag that will hold a bigger camera lens, this camera bag will unfortunately not fit the bill. However, if you have no need to bring along a bigger camera lens and you use an ultra compact tripod, I think you'll be very happy with this camera bag.
256027
I received this unit free for review but despite that give my candid thoughts below.

* Quite a clever and convenient design.  Easily insert and remove items and gravity + friction hold your handled items in place.

* Solid construction.  The hooks look thin but they could take quite a bit of weight before breaking.

* One caveat is that the hooks and the holders are very close together so can get a lot on here but you'll need to think a bit about how you stagger and arrange things.  Otherwise removing one thing may cause other things to fall off.  Not really a lot the manufacturer could have done about that but it's something to keep in mind before you buy this to store 5 wide pushbrooms.

* Broom holders would hold any straight item with a shaft between 3/8 and 15/16 of an inch.
638811
This is a really handy device to have in my car so that I can charge my iPad or iPhone during my daily commute.

The one criticism that I have is that the adjustable/hinged portion could be a little stiffer - it's too easy to bend it around, which can make it hard to plug things in (there's no resistance).
4511924
This is quite useful in a one man shop.  It's quick and easy to clamp stuff while using both hands and one foot, but be aware that you are now balancing on one foot while holding something that is potentially heavy and/or fragile.  The ability to clamp fairly wide items is appreciated and it's quick and easy to adjust after you lube the rails.

The downsides are that the vice ends up pretty high if you mount it to a normal height bench, it's almost impossible to gauge how much clamping pressure you're applying and the vice is never solid; it wiggles around some in the mount.  Note that you cannot mount it to a low bench before you have to customize the foot lever as it's about 29" long.  It's made of sheet steel and I have concerns about it's longevity, but I haven't managed to tweak it in any manner, so I'm hopeful it will last.  Mounting and dismounting are both fairly easy with only one thumb screw, but it's a bit fiddly to line up when mounting it.
3922548
Love this, very handy, had them for a couple years now, sound is terrific. BUT, all you've heard is true: the collar-based on/off switch is ludicrous. FOR ME IT IS EASIER SIMPLY TO REMOVE THE BATTERIES when I'm done than to run the risk of straining a muscle, ripping the jack wire from the device, or dropping/flinging the device. (And there are *three* batteries, so, food for thought. Rubber jar-openers are helpful, but are not always readily available.)
2612943
very handy.  The only problem is the small rubber protective tip cover came off on the first day and I am somewhat concerned that the groove point may damage my bag.