Beware Ibuypower Warranty

This is a warning to anyone who buys an iBuyPower computer.  It turns out that there warranty is pretty crappy ie if you need to ship the Desktop computer back after the initial 30 days you have to pay for it.  Compared to my experience with Dell this just seems quite terrible.

I really feel pretty dumb about this as well.  I originally ordered a computer from them in May of 2012 it arrive in June but the hard drives had fallen out during shipping so it didn't work at all.  Sent it back and got it back on around July 10th.  I was pretty excited to actually get to use it which was my big mistake.  Instead of trying to enjoy the computer I should have sent it back to get fixed right away or maybe just got a refund.  When I got it back the second time again the hard drives had fallen out during shipping and one of them doesn't always start when I boot the system.  At first I didn't mind this terribly but after a few months it gets pretty old to have to boo the computer on average probably like five times.
     

Shark Tank Episode 420

PITCH: Nuts 'N More 
ABC Recap
Obviously it is a little hard to pass judgement on a product that I was not able to taste.  However if the Shark's reaction is an indication then I would guess that this is a delicious peanut butter and almond butter that is also healthier.  My wife enjoyed that since she doesn't eat peanut butter it was good they had an alternative in Almond butter.  I think this would be something I would consider buying.

PITCH: PsiBands 
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My wife actually gets motion sick at times so at first I was thinking this product sounded pretty good.  In fact my wife actually bought a similar product.  The advantages of PsiBands product over what my wife owns is:

• they are adjustable
• won't get water logged
• come in different colors.

Listening to the women talk about how she thinks her product can cure cancer without really having any proof makes me think that her company isn't ideal to do business with.  So basically somewhat interesting product but sketch company.
PITCH: Neo Innovations 
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I thought this was the coolest item that was presented on the show tonight.  If I had a tattoo and I wanted it removed I would consider looking into this product.  The biggest downside is of course their lack of information about whether the product is safe. 

PITCH: Jeska Shoe Company 
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The product was interesting I liked the idea of being able to buy one pair of shoes and pretend that it was like two or three.  I was really liking the idea and I think my wife was as well.  Then I heard that they cost like two hundred dollars and I my interest went away. 

Of the items presented in this episode I think my level of interest would be the following:

1. Nuts 'N More  
2. Neo Innovations (If I had a tattoo it would be a lot more likely)
3. Jeska Shoe Company (Cool idea but pricey)
4. PsiBands

What do you think do you agree or disagree?

From this and previous episodes episode 415 and 418.

1. How Do You Roll
2. Proof Eyewear
3. Travel HOODIE PILLOW
4. Smartwheel
5. Nuts 'N More  
6. Green Garmento
7. Pretty Padded Room
8. Neo Innovations (If I had a tattoo it would be a lot more likely) 
9. Jeska Shoe Company (Cool idea but pricey)
10. HOODIE PILLOW
11. Cold Snap
12. Gotta Have S'More
13. PITCH: Hip Chixs
14. Muddy Water Camo
15. Addison's Wonderland
16. PsiBands   
17. GRINDS  

What are your rankings?
 I can't wait for next episode of Shark Tank!

Shark Tank Episode 416

PITCH: Addison's Wonderland
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My first impression was that this is a pretty nice looking bedroom for a little girl.  Everything was going pretty well until they mentioned the price.  That is when I realized that this stuff while nice was way expensive at least in my book. 

PITCH: Muddy Water Camo
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I thought this item was pretty cool but honestly I don't hunt or take pictures of birds.  So for me the product is cool but useless.  If I ever did decide to bird hunting I would probably consider looking into this camouflage over traditional camouflage.

PITCH: Hip Chixs
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I'm male so this product would really fit into my life.  I did talk to my wife and she did like the way the jeans were designed.  She would have stayed interested if the price was better.

PITCH: Proof Eyewear
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These glasses do have a pretty cool look.  I also found the idea of wooden frames to be appealing.  I like the look as well as the idea of them being a little more sustainable than average glasses.  One thing I notice is that they all seem a little clunky maybe that is by design or maybe its a downside of the material.

Of the items presented in this episode I think my level of interest would be the following:

1. PITCH: Proof Eyewear
2. PITCH: Hip Chixs  (Mostly because my wife thought they were a decent idea)
3. PITCH: Muddy Water Camo
4. PITCH: Addison's Wonderland

What do you think do you agree or disagree?

From this and previous episodes episode 415 and 418.

1. How Do You Roll
2. Proof Eyewear
3. Travel HOODIE PILLOW
4. Smartwheel
5. Green Garmento
6. Pretty Padded Room
7. HOODIE PILLOW
8. Cold Snap
9. Gotta Have S'More
10. PITCH: Hip Chixs
11. Muddy Water Camo
12. Addison's Wonderland  
13. GRINDS  

What are your rankings?
 I can't wait for next episode of Shark Tank!

Quest for the perfect Mother's Day gift

This is the first year I will be in the wonderful position of buying my wife a gift to celebrate what a wonderful mother she is.  Honestly though this scares me a little as I don't have a great track record when it comes to gifts.

My wife God bless her heart gives me every opportunity to succeed dropping hints etc but I usually miss the mark.  I really do want to start impressing her with my gifts and I think Mother's day will be a great time to start.  I am starting to give it thought starting yesterday actually Feb 13th.  Last evening I looked through some gift giving guides.

Including:
http://marriage.about.com/cs/gifts/bb/gifts.htm
http://www.gq.com/how-to/rest-of-your-life/201005/complete-guide-to-mothers-day-gifts-advice#slide=1
http://www.esquire.com/the-side/style-guides/mothers-day-gifts-for-wife#slide-1
Saw some pretty decent things on some of the list but my wife was actually looking at them with me so I think the gift could only be a similar item.  Otherwise it feels like I wouldn't have put in enough thought. 

If anyone has some great ideas let me know!

Shark Tank Episode 418

PITCH: Gotta Have S'More
ABC Recap
Hard to get a feel for a cupcake that tastes like a s'more through television.  Seemed like the cost was the biggest issue and I agree that it seemed expensive for a baked good.  I live on the East coast so to get one dozen of  these would cost $24.95(Usually 29.95) + $35(Shipping) = 59.95.  This comes out to about $5 dollars a muffin.  I think if the muffins were a little bigger the five dollars might seem okay but they are small.  I couldn't see myself being willing to spend 60 dollars to give them a try so I think I'm out.

PITCH: How Do You Roll?
ABC Recap
A lot would depend on how good this fast food Sushi actually is.  My wife and I both love Sushi and being able to get high quality Sushi faster then at a normal sit down restaurant was an appealing idea.  My wife also loved the idea of being able to customize it and get exactly what she wanted.  If I was ever near one I think I would be there.

PITCH: Pretty Padded Room
ABC Recap
This seems like a really great idea to me.  Feels like it would be a lot more convenient then going to see a real counselor.  One of the concerns that was pointed out by the Sharks did make me wonder a little bit.  The fact that the therapist were earning so much less then they normally could raised some red flags.  Since it is over the internet maybe they can make up a lot of the profit in the sheer fact of not having as much overhead though.  Seems like this would be an interesting option should one ever want to try therapy but doesn't feel like dealing with missing work etc.

PITCH: Smartwheel
ABC Recap
I really thought this was a pretty good idea.  Someday when my child is old enough to drive I hope there are systems in place to help keep him focused on the task at hand.  I think this would also be a great thing for companies to install in their cars and 18 wheelers.  Instead of relying on those how are my driving calls they would get reports about which drivers are dangerous and could lead to them being involved in litigation.

Of the items presented in this episode I think my level of interest would be the following:

1. How Do You Roll
2. Smartwheel
3. Pretty Padded Room
4. Gotta Have S'More

From this and episode 415

1. How Do You Roll
2. Travel HOODIE PILLOW
3. Smartwheel
4. Green Garmento
5. Pretty Padded Room
6. HOODIE PILLOW
7. Cold Snap
8. Gotta Have S'More
9. GRINDS  

What are your rankings?

 I can't wait for next episode of Shark Tank!
 

    

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I admit I didn't think this would work but it actually works!  I'm a believer in baby squats!

Shark Tank Product Impressions Episode 415.

The Green Garmento
I thought this was an interesting product.  I like the idea of not getting a bunch of cheap plastic bags every time I pick up something from the dry cleaner.  The price seems pretty reasonable but I have no plans to go out and buy one.

GRINDS 
Seems like a product that could have a big market.  Not something I would buy as I prefer to drink my coffee and don't plan to take up chewing anytime soon.

HOODIE PILLOW
At first glance the hoodie pillow seems ridiculous much like my first impressions of Snuggie which I will now admit I love my slanket so maybe it is a great idea.  But honestly I think the travel hoodie  pillow is a great product and if I was planning to fly a few times in the near future I honestly think I would consider buying one.

My Cold Snap
Seemed like a pretty good idea seemed like it would work but I'm not really looking to purchase an item like this.  I also can't say that I am remotely interested in spending 24 dollars for 4 that seems pretty steep. 

Of the items presented in this episode I think my level of interest would be the following:

1. Travel Hoodie Pillow
2. Green Garmento
3. Hoodie Pillow
4. Cold Snap
5. Grinds