STM Scout Extra Small Laptop Shoulder Bag - A Review

The Good: Good construction, lots of internal space, handle and shoulder strap.
The Bad: It doesn't come in black.

Summary: STM Bags has released their Scout Extra Small Laptop Shoulder Bag, both for use with small netbooks as well as Apple's hard-to-find iPad tablet. We got our hands on both an iPad as well as this bag and think they go together like peas and carrots. Read our full review, After the Break!

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Thrustmaster T-Freestyle NW Review

The Good: Good quality construction, realistic feel.
The Bad: No grip tape.

Summary: Thrustmaster has released their T-Freestyle NW board peripheral for the Nintendo Wii Balance Board and we got a chance to check it out. Read our full review of the board, After the Break!

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Review of the Avid Pinnacle Dazzle Video Creator Plus HD

The Good: Easy to setup, easy to use, and good final product.
The Bad: No included cables.

Summary: We review the Dazzle Video Creator Plus HD from Pinnacle Systems, which promises to let you transfer and edit video from your camcorder to your PC. Geared towards the consumer market, this edition of the Video Creator features the Pinnacle Studio HD software package as well as USB video capture device. Check out our full review, After the Break!

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Skooba Design Netbook Messenger Bag

The Good: Small form-factor, comfortable strap, lots of internal space despite its size.
The Bad: Netbook pouch limits you to netbooks of up to 10.5'' screen sizes.

Summary: Skooba Design is filling a huge emerging market, that of the Netbook bag, with their new Netbook Messenger bag. The bag's small size, carrying capacity, and comfort is truly at a zen-like balance. Read the full review, After the Break!

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The Empty Grave Haunted Attraction - A Review

The Good: Large amounts of indoor space, independent vibe.
The Bad: Empty spaces are sometimes too empty.

Summary: Last weekend we got to experience The Empty Grave haunted attraction at the Anaheim Garden Walk outdoor mall complex in Anaheim, CA. Thankfully, our stalwart reporters survived their encounter and have a full report for you, After the Break!

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Star Wars in Concert - A Review from the Honda Center

The Good: Anthony Daniels, Excellent Video Footage, Costumes and Props from the movies
The Bad: A little short for the 50 dollar cheap seats

Summary: Star Wars in Concert brings John Williams' famous score for the Star Wars Saga to the stage in one amazing evening! My family loves Star Wars and we loved this show!

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Review of the 2009 Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood

The Good: Welcome to Hell scare zone and Halloween: The Life and Crimes of Michael Myers maze.
The Bad: Some weak scare zones and Chucky's Funhouse.

Summary: We sent two brave reporters to check out Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights. Thankfully, they survived the night and brought back the review, which you can see After the Break!

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A Review of the 2009 Sinister Pointe Haunted Attraction

The Good: Great production value and sound design.
The Bad: Cues were difficult to locate at first.

Summary: We recently got the chance to experience Jeff Schiefelbein's Sinister Pointe haunted attraction in Brea, CA and took a frightening ride down both of their mazes: Interactive Fear and Silent Hill. Find out what we thought of them, after the break!

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Review of 37th Annual Knotts Halloween Haunt

The Good: Knott's Scary Farm seems to have re-captured the feel of the glory days.
The Bad: Some maze talent lacking; The Hanging stage show's weak writing.

Summary: I had a great time attending Knott's Berry Farm's 37th Annual Halloween Haunt (also known as Knott's Scary Farm) this year. There were outstanding monsters and scary moments to be had all throughout the park. So read on, if you dare, After the Break!

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We Review the EyeClops Night Vision Binoculars v2

The Good: Excellent price to quality ratio.
The Bad: Uses lots of batteries.

Summary: The EyeClops Night Vision Binocular v2 is an excellent night vision unit for the $60 dollar price tag most places sell it for. What? A night vision unit for $60 dollars? It must be awful, right? Find out, After the Break!

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Experience Near-Perfect Consumer VR With the VUZIX iWear VR920

The Good: The headtracking as well as the quality of the display.
The Bad: Setup can be confusing and a limited number of games support head tracking and stereo 3D.

Summary: The iWear VR920 from VUZIX is their latest attempt at creating an affordable virtual reality headset. In a market where face-mounted VR sets can go for thousands, what can VUZIX accomplish for $400? Find out, After the Break!

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We Review Amazon's Newest E-Reader the Kindle DX

The Good: Large screen, 3G wireless, thin design, and native PDF support.
The Bad: Awkward keyboard, price, no included cover, and no SD card slot.

Summary: Amazon's latest e-reading device, the Kindle DX, makes quite an impression at first glance. Its large E-Ink display and modern, clean style is sexy and cool. But, does the Kindle DX warrant the large investment to purchase it? Read on to find out!

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Mophie Juice Pack Air Review

The Good: Great size for an external battery and the case actually protects the phone.
The Bad: Mini-USB port is not nearly as convenient as using the standard cable which is stock on the iPhone.

Summary: Mophie has created an external battery for your iPhone 3G and 3G S which, unlike most of the behemoth battery packs out there, is actually practical! Their Juice Pack Air provides roughly twice the usual amount of iPhone usage throughout the day as well as a case which is both functional and stylish. Read more After the Break!

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FastMac TruePower iV Review

The Good: Increases iPhone battery life. Soft rubberized design. LED light and USB charging.
The Bad: No clamp to keep the iPhone attached. Large size makes it unwieldy.

Summary: FastMac's TruePower iV iPhone battery pack does a great job of extending your usage time, whether that be playing a game or talking on the phone. Is the FastMac iV worth your money when taking into account its design flaws? Find out after the break!

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Creative Labs Gigaworks T3 Speaker System Review

The Good: Great sound quality and rich bass response. Headphone jack on volume pod.
The Bad: Sometimes the bass is too much. Price could be a problem for some.

Summary: Creative Labs has released their latest desktop speaker system: The 2.1 channel Gigaworks T3. At $249.99, they are not cheap, but does the system's quality and features validate the price? Find out after the jump!

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TN Games 3rd Space Gaming Vest Review

The Good: The stylish vest, surprisingly effective hit effects, and easy setup.
The Bad: The air compressor runs constantly. Not many games supported yet.

Summary: TN Games has broken into new territory with their 3rd Space Gaming Vest. The system is designed to not only allow you to play your favorite shooter, but feel it as well. Every impact will be indicated to you in an often surprising tactile fashion. But, is it currently worth $139 dollars? Read the full review after the break to find out.

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Razer Mako THX 2.1 Desktop Sound System Review

The Good: Amazing sound reproduction, even at higher volume levels.
The Bad: The price and reliance on hard surface for the best sound quality.

Summary: Razer and THX have a real winner on their hands in one of the best desktop audio solutions we have ever heard. The 2.1 channel Mako has excellent sound clarity even while playing loudly while also being visually-impressive to boot. The price is a major turn-off however, especially in the current economy.

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Plantronics Gamecom 777 Headset Review

The Good: Durable construction, no sound-card needed so long as using the included Dolby Pro Logic II dongle.
The Bad: Price and pressure on the ears of the large-headed.

Summary: Plantronics' Gamecom 777 USB headset provides virtual 5.1 surround sound and 'military-grade' construction and durability. Given its capabilities and high price point, you may want to do some further research before committing to purchase. Read this review, for instance!

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