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    Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital Camera

    Thursday, June 19th, 2008

    From the very first glance, the smooth shape and bold lines of the stylish PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH signal that this is no ordinary camera. With 8.0 megapixels of resolution, an Optical Image Stabilizer and 3.8x optical zooming, the SD870 IS Digital ELPH boasts impressive specs as well as a host of convenient features.

    Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital Camera

    Face Detection Technology for worry-free people shots. A large 3.0-inch LCD to give you a perfect view of your scene. The Auto ISO Shift and ISO 1600 deliver brilliant images in challenging lighting.

    Pros: Compact, fantastic resolution and picture quality, great video quality, huge LCD screen
    Cons: A little tough to navigate through menus, no case included
    The Bottom Line: Although on the expensive side, you without a doubt get your moneys worth. Good for the avid photographer and a great start for beginning professionals.

    Canon PowerShot SD870 IS

    Consumer Rating: Canon SD870 IS Reviews and Ratings - Rating 4.5/5 See 12 reviews  |  Write a review
    Price Range: $240.00 - $370.00 at 19 stores
    Manufacturer: Canon - See Site

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    MP3 Player Buying Guide

    Friday, June 13th, 2008

    This MP3 Player Buying Guide is intended to assist consumers with their purchase by providing information about MP3 players and insight about effectively narrowing down choices based on personal preferences.

    The first step towards choosing the right MP3 player is done by deciding how one wants to enjoy digital music. Some people use their players all the time, while other players are used only outside the home. Some people use their players while exercising, while others use their players when relaxing in comfort. Some players are designed to be simple, while others come loaded with options and features. Keeping these ideas in mind while browsing the selections of MP3 players on the market will help one pick a player that will suit one’s lifestyle.

    Additionally, it’s good to set an initial price range too. MP3 players can start as low as $50 and continually get more expensive well past the $600 mark. Setting a flexible budget will ensure the right player at the right price. While it’s the goal of this MP3 Player Buying Guide to help prospective buyers sort through and categorize choices, ultimately, it’s personal preference that determines what features are or are not as important.

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    Leiner Health Products Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Allergens in Liquimax® Multivitamin

    Friday, June 13th, 2008

    Carson, CA- June 6, 2008 — Leiner Health Products Inc. (”Leiner” or “the Company”) today announced that it is recalling its 32 ounce plastic bottles of Liquimax Complete Nutrition Multivitamin Formula, labeled with UPC Code 7497052290, 7497023607, or 7497023696 because the product may contain undeclared fish (not shellfish), tree nuts (almonds, pecans and/or walnuts), and wheat. People who have allergies to fish, tree nuts and/or wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

    The recalled Liquimax Multivitamin was distributed nationwide in retail stores.

    The Company has been made aware of the presence of these allergens after receiving consumer reports of an allergic reaction. The Company is aggressively investigating the situation, and currently believes a certain number of bottles of the product contain the listed allergens. Further, the Company has consulted with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (the “FDA”) and the agency is aware of the Company’s actions.

    Consumers allergic to the above listed allergens are advised not to consume the product and are asked to call 1-800-533-8482 for a full refund. This number can be contacted 24 hours a day with representatives available Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm (EDT).

    Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

    Online: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report/hcp.htm
    Regular Mail: use postage-paid FDA form 3500 available at: www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm.
    Mail to MedWatch 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787
    Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178

    Contact:
    Leiner Health Products Consumer Relations
    (800) 533-8482

    Photos: Package Labels

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    Nintendo Wii Fit available now

    Thursday, June 12th, 2008

    Wii Fit takes the whole concept of games as exercise to a new level with the inclusion of a balance board peripheral that can tell you on the fly exactly how well–or how poorly–you’re doing with its various activities. As such, Nintendo is heavily marketing this innovative title as a mixture of fitness and fun, and for the most part it works.

    It’s a decent alternative for those bored with the repetitiveness of going to a gym or too self-conscious to join a yoga or aerobics class. Unfortunately, Wii Fit is hamstrung by some odd omissions (such as not being able to create your own program from the available exercises) and questionable health advice, limiting its effectiveness both as a fitness tool and as a game.

    At the core of the Wii Fit experience is the new balance board, an elegant-looking yet surprisingly sturdy peripheral which features several internal scales that can detect changes in weight and pressure as you’re standing on it. The board–which is also quite hefty at roughly 8.8 lbs (4kgs)–interacts wirelessly with the Wii, and takes four AA batteries (which are included).

    The board has four rubber feet to help prevent it from slipping on smooth surfaces (and even comes with four extra feet that can be used to raise your balance board higher should you have thick carpet on your floors). Like the Wii Remote before it, the balance board is intuitive to use once you get into an exercise or game in Wii Fit, with its extreme sensitivity allowing it to pick up even the most minute shifts in weight. Its sensitivity only goes so far, however, with the board able to take only 330lbs (150kg) maximum weight, locking out the particularly robust from joining in on the Wii Fit fad.

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    Britax Boulevard Convertible Car Seat

    Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008

    Britax Boulevard Convertible Car Seat
    by Britax

    The Britax Boulevard convertible car seat is the crown jewel in the Britax line of ‘True Side Impact Protection’ restraints.The deep side wings with EPS foam are engineered and tested for optimum side impact protection and adjust effortlessly with the turn of a knob to grow with your child without removing the seat from your vehicle!

     Features:

    • A patent-pending rip-stitch tether - reduces G-force effects on the head and body in the event of an impact
    • Built-in lock-offs, a 5-point harness with front adjuster, tangle-free webbing, push button release LATCH system with patented Versa-Tether, and sculpted base ensures an easy installation with a secure fit
    • One pull front harness adjustment
    • Rear- and forward-facing recline for child comfort
    • Comfort abounds with a plush, washable cover, while additional comfort foam, patented HUGS system, shoulder belt comfort pads, integrated toddler pillow, and a removable infant body pillow provide a perfect, adjustable fit as your child grows from 5 to 65 pounds
    • Approved for aircraft use

    Specifications:

    • Rear Facing: 5 lbs. to 33 lbs
    • Forward Facing: 1 year old and 20 lbs. / up to 65 lbs
    • Weight: 21 lbs.
    • Dimensions: 24″D x 20″W x 27″H

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    Sony Handycam DCR-SR200 40GB HDD Camcorder

    Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008

    Sony Handycam DCR-SR200 40GB HDD Camcorder is an excellent camcorder for new parents wanting to capture every moment of their babies lives.  Reasonably priced at $489.95 

    Sony DCR-SR200E

     

    Pros: Impressive video performance, decent stills camera, highly user-friendly

    Cons: Limited selection of manual controls, performs poorly in low light levels

    Verdict: The Sony DCR-SR200E manages to stand out from the crowd thanks to its impressive image quality and exceptional ease-of-use. One of the better HDD handycams on the market.

    Naturally, the format’s primary strength lies in its ease of use, which is exactly what Sony’s latest handycam, the DCR-SR200E, excels at most. In addition to the night mode, Sony’s DCR-SR200E includes the usual array of handycam features, along…

     

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