#Review : Electrolux PureOxygen Filtration Air Cleaner

PRODUCT
Electrolux PureOxygen Allergy 450 Ultra Allergen & Odor HEPA 5-Stage Filtration Air Cleaner, Black

SOURCE
Amazon Vine
*I received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review*

DESCRIPTION
From Amazon

Breathe with confidence!
The Electrolux PureOxygen Allergy 450 Ultra Allergen & Odor Air Cleaner helps clean the air with five stages of filtration. Premium HEPA filtration removes 99.97% of dust and allergens from the air in your home while the charcoal filter absorbs odors. In Auto Mode the fan speed automatically adjusts to match the Air Quality Sensor reading, so the lower the air quality detected, the higher the fan speed runs. The on-board light sensor detects when lights are low and automatically activates the Sleep Mode, which dims the display panel lights and sets fan speed to Quiet, so you can sleep undisturbed. The PureOxygen Allergy 450 Ultra Allergen & Odor is Energy Star Certified as well as endorsed by the world renowned Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association, which is deeply involved in the research of preventive methods for allergies and asthma. To ensure your maximum comfort, this model is recommended for Areas up to 450 sq. ft. - a living/family room or large bed room.

HEPA Filtration

Premium HEPA filtration absorbs 99.97% of dust and allergens from the air.

Advanced Activated Carbon Filter

Filter helps reduce odors and some gasses in your home.

Cleancel Treated Pre-Filter

A coating of Cleancel, a chemical compound that impedes the growth of bacteria and molds, is added to the pre-filter.

MY REVIEW

My older daughter has allergies that can make her miserable.  The congestion, headaches, and watery eyes are a constant battle and it gets worse when Spring approaches.  Where we live, air quality is bad most days of the year, so a little extra help from Electrolux was definitely needed.

When the huge box arrived, I quickly unpacked it and set it up.  There is minimal assembly required -- mainly just inserting the filter and putting batteries in the remote which are included.

There are three speeds for the fan -- low, high and turbo.
There are five levels of air quality that are indicated with lights on the unit -- listed from poor to good.

The unit itself is quite large, so smaller spaces will be cramped even more.  I do love the sleek black color though and the remote comes with a holder that attaches to the unit.  My daughter did notice the cleaner smelling air and has had less allergy attacks in the time frame of almost one month.  The only problem I have is finding replacement filters in my area for the unit. Buying online will be required for some people who have the same problem.

MY RATING

4/5 

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Review: Sony Cyber-Shot 7.2MP Digital Camera

PRODUCT
Sony Cyber-Shot 7.2 MP Digital Camera

SOURCE
Personal Purchase

DESCRIPTION
(From Amazon)

In silver, black, pink, or light blue, the DSC-W55 is a stand-out choice for style-conscious start-out or step-up camera customers who appreciate real value and advanced technology. 7.2 MP imaging, Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens and high sensitivity combine to capture clear, high-detail images even in low light--and with up to 380-shot2 Stamina battery power, 56 MB internal memory capacity and large 2.5-inch LCD screen, the DSC-W55 is ideal for family memories at home or on the road.

MY REVIEW

When it comes to cameras, I want something easy to use but gives me a clear photo.  I don't want to mess with the fancy settings or have to take a photography class just to be able to capture clear and great photos of my family.  I had heard wonderful things about the Sony Cyber-Shot. After using the Cyber-Shot I can honestly say that I am in love with this camera.

The camera comes in silver, black, pink or light blue.  Of course I chose the pink but only because purple was not an option.   The camera is easy to use and can switch settings with the turn of dial. It features movie setting, automatic setting, twilight setting, landscape setting and many more. It also features the view finder or a digital screen for viewing.  It is powered with a rechargeable battery with loading dock for it to recharge and connection cables for easy downloading of photos to your computer.

If you are looking for a new camera that is easy to use but gives you bang for your buck, then Sony Cyber-Shot is worth looking into and adding to your list!

MY RATING
5/5 Stars

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Review: Just Dance 2014 - Nintendo Wii U

PRODUCT
Just Dance 2014 - Nintendo Wii U

SOURCE
Amazon Vine
*I received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review*

DESCRIPTION
(From Amazon)
Just Dance 2014 – the sequel to Just Dance 4, the world’s #1 selling dance game – is bringing all new moves with breakthrough features for every motion-control platform and over 40 of the hottest tracks! Dance to current pop hits or celebrate with legendary classics – then take the fun to another level by playing with anyone anywhere in the world, leading back-up dancers, or creating customized Just Sweat experiences. Bring home the ultimate party starter and join in the fun!

MY REVIEW

What can we say about the new Just Dance 2014? Yes it has new songs to dance to and the graphics are slightly better than previous versions.  Even with the new songs though, don't get too excited.  Personally, if you are going to make a dancing game, you would think they would pick better songs.  I am getting tired of the old songs and songs you have barely heard of making the track list when there could be such better ones included.  Are there better ones? Yes if you want to pay for them. I think spending the amount on the game should be enough to include those better songs in the first place.

What do we think of the new interactive features this time? I could care less actually.  I don't dance to this game with anyone besides my family, so I have no intention of connecting with people all over the world to see me dance. Again, this is personal and others might enjoy this part of the feature.

While as a family we enjoyed the game and have spent many hours playing it, I find it lacking in the above things mentioned.  Hopefully they will change this like they did with numbering it by years instead of release number.

FEATURES

Party Master: Puppet Master mode has upgraded to the Party Master mode to give the player controlling the Wii U GamePad even more options to MC the party. Choose the next dance move, pick new songs, and dish out silly challenges to up to 4 other players!

World Dance Floor: Dance with anyone anywhere in the world in Just Dance's first-ever online multiplayer mode! Players join a virtual crew--made up of real-life friends or other Just Dance fans--and compete based on different themes.

On Stage Mode: Own the spotlight in this new mode where 1 player will dance, lead 2 back-up dancers, and even sing if they want! As the star of the show, the player can take it seriously and show off how talented they are, or just goof off with friends.

Custom Sweat Mode: Players can personalize their Just Sweat workouts by creating custom playlists and tracking calories. There's also a new option to track calories in all gameplay modes, even outside of the dedicated Just Sweat mode.

MY RATING
3/5 Stars

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REVIEW: Cobra Digital 8 MP Digital Camera

PRODUCT:
Cobra Digital 8 MP Digital Camera with 2.4-Inch LCD Display and Video Recording DC8650

SOURCE:
 Personal Purchase

DESCRIPTION:
(From Amazon)
Take pictures easily on the go with the Cobra Digital 8MP Digital Camera. View photos easily on the 2.4" LCD display. Take this camera with you wherever you go. 

MY REVIEW:
If you are in the market for a new digital camera, I recommend passing on this one.  This camera was given to my daughter as a gift and we have had more problems than I can count with it.  Not only does it not hold a charge (lasts about an hour), the batteries that you need to use are AAA.  I have spent so much money on batteries that it has surpassed the value of the camera.

The picture quality is also bad.  It is grainy and it can't even register when to use a flash properly when in 'automatic' mode.  I have tried all of the suggestions in the camera manual, and none have improved the quality of pictures desired.

PROS:
* cheap price
* sleek design

CONS:
* the quality of photos shows how cheap this camera is
* memory card is NOT included
* drains batteries within hours

RATING

1/5 STARS

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