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3 Premium AAA/AA Battery Chargers You Should See

admin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:15:29 +0000

Using rechargeable batteries is a good idea if you find yourself buying AA and AAA batteries for your cameras and other portable gadgets all the time. These batteries can save you money in the long run. They are better for the environment too. You are going to need a decent battery charger to go with your rechargeable batteries. These 3 battery chargers have you more than covered:

La Crosse Technology BC-700 Alpha Power Battery Charger: this charger comes handy for NiCad and NiMH AA and AAA rechargeable batteries. IT can charge, discharge, refresh or test your batteries.

Maha Powerex MH-C801D 8 Cell 1-Hr PRO Charger: it has 8 independent slots. It can deeply recondition your battery. It is super speedy too.

Hitech 10 slot IC Advanced Charger for AA and AAA Batteries: this is especially useful if you have plenty of rechargeable batteries you need to recharge. It also has slots for 9V batteries.

If you have more than a couple of gadgets that need AA/AAA batteries, rechargeable batteries are the way to go. The above battery chargers save you time keeping your rechargeable batteries charged at all times.

2 Cool Bamboo Speakers You Should Not Miss

admin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:14:05 +0000

I don’t know about you but I am a big fan of gadgets that are made out of natural and eco-friendly material. Bamboo speakers certainly fit the bill. If you are picking up a bamboo speaker, you want to make sure you invest in one that gives you a good bang for your buck. Here are 2 bamboo speakers that fit the bill:

iBamboo Speaker: designed for iPhone and iPhone 4S, this cool bamboo speaker amplifies sound without needing any power. It can hold your iPhone on all kinds of surfaces.

Audioengine A5+ Bamboo Speakers: a premium set of speakers for your computers and audio sources. It is compatible with Mac or PC. It has built-in power amplifiers, 50 watt per channel RMS.

If you need a bamboo speaker system to get a more fun music experience at home, the above products are worth checking out.

3 Affordable Tire Gauges Worth Checking Out

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:09:38 +0000

Owning a car comes with its responsibilities. You are going to have to take time to maintain your car to make it running as smoothly as possible. Measuring the air pressure in your tires is a must if you want your car to run without any issues. There is no need to pick up a sophisticated, expensive gadget to do this. These 3 tire gauges are compact, affordable, and get the job done:

Michelin MN-12279 Digital Programmable Tire Gauge: it is a compact tire gauge with a flashlight. The display resolution is 0.1 PSI.

Accutire MS-4355GB Programmable Tire Gauge: it measures PSI from 5-99 pound units. It records factory recommended pressure for your car too.

Michelin MN-4410B Pistol Grip Gauge: another compact tire gauge that helps you get more miles out of your tires. It’s pistol grip handle makes this easy to use.

If you want your tires to last you for a long time, you need to look after them. Gauging their PSI from time to time would certainly help.

3 Gadgets To Monitor Your Energy Usage With

admin — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:08:28 +0000

Paying more than you have to for energy is not a smart idea. But if you do not pay attention to troublesome pieces of electronics in your home, you are going to end up paying more than you should and waste some energy in the process. Thanks to these 3 gadgets you can monitor your energy usage at home:

Belkin Conserve Insight F7C005q Energy-Use Monitor: tells you how much each device in your home costs you on an annual basis. It also tells you how adding new devices will impact your bill.

Home Energy Monitor: shows your energy usage in dollars and kilowatts. All you have to do is install two sensors to your power cables and a wireless transmitter will send usage data directly to the display in real time.

Black & Decker EM100B Power Monitor: tracks your energy usage minute by minute. It includes a weatherproof sensor. It works with 4 AA batteries.

If you want to find out what is contributing to your large energy bills, the above energy monitors have you covered.

3 Eco-Friendly Cases for Kindle Touch

admin — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 22:13:50 +0000

Kindle Touch is one of the most popular e-readers on the market. It not only takes advantage of E-ink technology, it also responds to your touch. The device is not designed to be mistreated though. Picking up a decent case for it is a must. Here are 3 eco-friendly cases that can more than protect your Kindle Touch from getting damaged:

Marware Eco-Vue for Kindle and Kindle Touch Cover: has a soft interior and RoHS compliant, eco-friendly leather exterior. It keeps your Kindle Touch in pace and does not get in your way.

San Lorenzo Eco-Friendly Kindle Sleeve: an eco friendly sleeve for Kindles. About 95% of its materials are renewable, natural substances. It looks pretty elegant.

Tuff-Luv Natural Hemp case cover for Kindle Touch: a home grown natural hemp case for Kindle Touch. It is compatible with the Tuff-Luv Spark light. This case is tough and durable.

If you need an eco-friendly case for your Kindle Touch, the above products are worth checking out.

3 Affordable Food Processors for your Kitchen

admin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 22:14:17 +0000

Having a food processor in your kitchen can make your life a whole lot easier. It can help you eat more healthy food and save yourself time putting your food together. There are plenty of expensive food processors around. Here are 3 food processors that don’t cost a fortune:

Black & Decker FP1600B 8-Cup Food Processor: this cool food processor does the slicing, dicing, chopping, mincing, grating for you. It has dishwasher safe parts.

Cuisinart DLC-4CHB Food Processor: a mini and affordable food processor for your kitchen. It has auto-reversing blade to get things done.

Hamilton Beach 70610 500-Watt Food Processor: it has a 500-watt motor. This is a 10-cup food processor. The bowl, lid, and blades are dishwasher-safe.

If you need an affordable food processor for slicing, grinding, and preparing your food, the above products are worth checking out.

3 Cool Plant Light Systems for Indoor Gardens

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:09:15 +0000

Maintaining a garden in locations that get tough winters is not easy. You may not be lucky to get warm weather all year long. But you can always make your own indoor garden. You just need the right tools for it. Picking up decent plant lights is a good way to start. Here are 3 plant lights you can pick up to grow your indoor garden faster:

Glentronics PL-1 Intelligent Plant Light: a cool plant light that automatically changes amount of light depending on season. Its 9-watt, full-spectrum fluorescent bulb mimics sun’s rays.

Plant Growth Lamp: it provides natural light to your plants without actually heating your plants or drying the soil.

Hydrofarm FLC0125D Fluorescent Grow Light System: whether you are interested in growing tomatoes, herbs, or flowers indoors, this plant light system has you covered.

You don’t have to wait for Spring to get started with your garden. Thanks to the above plant light system you can start your garden indoors.

6 Eco Friendly Cases for Your E-Readers

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:40:51 +0000

E-readers are highly in demand these days. More people are relying on devices such as Kindle & iPad to read books at home and on the go. If you have picked up these e-readers, you are going to need a decent case to go with them. These 6 eco friendly cases for NOOK, Kindle, and iPad are well worth trying:

Marware Eco-Vue for Kindle Fire Cover: a stylish and eco-friendly case for the Kindle Fire. It has RoHS compliant, eco-friendly leather exterior.

BoxWave Quorky Kindle Fire Pouch: developed for the latest generation Kindle Touch. It has cork exterior and protects your device against shocks and bumps.

San Lorenzo Eco-Friendly Regenerated Leather Kindle 3 Case: it is made from material that are 95% renewable. Strong enough to protect your Kindle against accidents.

BoxWave True Bamboo iPad 2 Case: this attractive case protects your iPad 2 against bumps and scratches. It is made from true Bamboo.

Reveal Bamboo iPad Case with stand for iPad: this case is useful for those of you who own the first generation iPad. It can work as a stand for your device.

Kroo 12103 Eco-Friendly FELT Case: can handle NOOK, Playbook, and any ereader that is 7 inches in size or smaller.

These cases not only protect your e-reader devices, they are also eco-friendly too. What’s not to like?

4 Cool Bamboo Cases for iPhone

admin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:42:37 +0000

Apple products have been getting better in terms of being green. You still want to make sure the accessories that you pick up for your devices are eco friendly. If you happen to own an iPhone, getting a bamboo case for it would be nice. These 4 bamboo cases are worth checking out:

Natural Wood Bamboo Shell Case: a good looking bamboo case for iPhone 4. It fits your device perfectly and keeps scratches away.

Bamboo Case for iPhone 4/4S: this natural case protects your iPhone 4 against accidents. It is lightweight and slim.

DG Case for IPhone 4: provides your iPhone with full body protection but doesn’t cost a whole lot. It is thin and lightweight.

Vers Handcrafted Wood Shell Case: it is designed for iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. It has moisture resistant coating which helps.

Bamboo cases are not perfect but they look decent and are environment friendly. These 3 cases are well worth checking out if you own an iPhone.

4 Green Pressure Cooker Sets for Kitchen

admin — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:44:17 +0000

Pressure cookers are a must have for any kitchen. Whether you are making pasta, rice, or just a vegetable soup, you can rely on pressure cookers to get the job done fast. Unfortunately, not all pressure cookers can be considered ec0-friendly. Some just spend way too much energy (and are not efficient in that). While some others use materials that are not friendly to the environment. These 4 green pressure cookers can get the job done without introducing anything harmful to the environment:

Kuhn Rikon 6-Piece Duromatic Duo Pressure Cooker Set: has a 5-1/4-quart pressure cooker and a 2-1/8-quart pressure fry pan to help you prepare your food while saving 70% energy in the process.

Fagor Futuro 5-Piece Pressure-Cooker Set: Fagor is known for its focus on environmentally sound working conditions for employees and energy efficiency for consumers. This pressure-cooker set is more than enough for most kitchens. It includes 4-quart pot, 6-quart pot, pressure-cooker lid, tempered glass lid, and a stainless-steel steamer basket.

Kuhn Rikon 3150 Duromatic Trio 12-Piece Pressure Cooker Set: if you have just bought a home or need a green cooking solution for your small business, this comprehensive cooker set may be right for you.

Prestige Apple Aluminum Pressure Cooker: a durable pressure cooker for your kitchen. It is shaped almost like an Apple for easier cooking.

Who says cooking can’t be green?