Simian 10 in 1 Autoloading Ratchet Screwdriver

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Note: check out my quick video to see exactly how it works. The Simian Autoloading screw driver is perfect for someone like me who likes to have tools and accessories organized but can't ever seem to put them back in their place. This means lost bits everywhere and never being able to find a simple Phillips head. Even the ratcheting function can be useful when you wouldn't expect it.

Build- The main body is made out of plastic which might normally turn you off but it really is well designed and nothing feels flimsy; even when it's fully extended. The quick change feature, ratchet, and ratchet direction selector also inspire confidence when using them. The grip feels somewhat over-sized but that is a consequence of the fancy innards and the rubber grip ensures you won't be dropping it anyway.

Function- The driver comes with 10 bits and an extender: 3 Phillips, 2 flat-head, 2 torx and 2 square. The torx and square are contained in the handle so if you find you need them just pull one of the currently loaded ones and switch them. To switch bits normally though you just pull the handle back, spin the dial till you've selected the one you want, and push it back together. The arm that moves the bits is a magnet so they won't fall out either. The ratcheting feature had me a little skeptical. You'd think it's just as easy to keep readjusting your hand but if you're in some awkward position of situation it does help to be in constant contact with everything. If however you do find a situation that requires it to not move, you just move the ratchet selector to the middle position and it locks.

The quick change ability to have all those bits always ready really amazed me. With all this in a small well made package; I think I'll be getting more of these for small gifts. I highly recommend. I received this product free in exchange for nothing more than my honest opinion.

Pratico bamboo cutting board

Get the bamboo cutting board from Amazon and Pratico's website as well

My wife loves this cutting board. Is there any better reference? For those of you who need more convincing I can expound a bit. You never really realize you need a large board until you've been using one the size of a sheet of paper your whole life and suddenly graduate to an 18x12 one.

Build- This really is a large cutting board; not "inconvenient" large but quite the opposite. I think it falls right into the size that is perfect without being too large or unwieldy. It is 3/4 of an inch thick so is plenty sturdy and able to take a beating without breaking. Where many other boards may have the main surface made out of multiple pieces, this one is a solid piece of bamboo in the working area. This gives the added benefit of not being able to break along the seam right when you need it as well as just being stronger overall.



Function- While size really helps, you probably really care about how it is to cut things on it. That size though allows a generous groove around the edge to catch both drips and stray pieces from a pile of food. When half the work of cooking is clean up it really does help. There's no reason you can't use the whole surface but if you want to be sure to catch all drips you will have a 9.25"x15.25" work area. Still plenty.

I can't think of any reason this wouldn't be a good addition to any kitchen. Check out my picture of the logo and you can see through the light marks that it's soft enough that it wont be wearing down your knives but still hard enough that you're not wearing out the board right away. I received this product free in exchange for nothing more than my honest opinion.

11-in-1 Credit Card Multi-tool

They say the best tool is the one you have with you. This 11-in-1 is exactly what "they", whoever they are, had in mind when they said it. Unlike some other tools that may require a pocket or a case, this one is always with you to the point that you'll probably forget about it until you need it. Everyone has a little extra space in their wallet so you'll never forget to take it with you.

I'm impressed with the simplicity really. The number of sbasic things that have been squeezed onto a single piece of steel will come in handy when you least expect it. I think I'll get the most use out of the knife and saw but the multiple sizes of wrench sizes will come in handy too. Sometimes you just need something to get a little leverage and there are plenty of little slots on this to provide it.

Should you get it? Why not? You'll never know when you need it and it really isn't that expensive. It's made out of sturdy steel so you never need to worry about it breaking. I wish the case for it was a little higher quality but it seems strong enough to provide your wallet protection from the blade while still being thin. This thing's going to be with me at all times. I received this product free in exchange for nothing more than my honest opinion.

Coverplug Paintable Electrical Outlet Cover

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For anyone with little kids, these are wonderful. The grow up being told to "put the square shape in the square hole" so when they're old enough to walk around the see that electrical outlets have a place to put something. While the ubiquitous plug covers can work, they just look tacky. These though can be made to blend right in with any of your other decor. Even if you don't have little ones running around though you''ll probably find these to be something worth looking into. Covering up unused plugs just makes anything look better while still leaving them functional as opposed to removing it altogether.

Build- These covers are made of pretty much the same plastic that the plug plates themselves are. They are as thin as they can be while still being plenty rigid that a bump won't crack anything. A quick coat of paint+primer stuck to it with no problems too.

Function- As long as you have a somewhat modern house where your plugs have the ground(hole between the two slots) these will work. It's as simple as painting then pressing them in. Ours was in just loose enough that you have to work a little to get it back out so it's prefect for keeping a curious child out. There's no denying they look good too. If you're the more creative type you could even go with fancy designs where they don't blend in but still fit with everything else.

My only complaint would be the lack of direction for what sort of wall plates will fit completely under these covers. If you look closely at my pictures you'll see a little peeking out at the edges. This can vary depending on what you have installed in your house so it would be nice to have some measurements included so you know if it will cover completely. Otherwise, they stay in, look great, and add safety so I recommend. I received this product free in exchange for nothing more than my honest opinion.

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6pc Diamond Needle File Set by JawayTool

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The first thing I did on opening these files was take the triangle one to the nearest metal I had which happened to be a 9mm casing. I was really impressed with how fast it bit in and took a nice chunk out.

Build- The red part of the handle is rubber with a little give to it while the yellow is hard plastic. It works well to reduce stress on your hand while still staying rigid enough for fine work. I have larger hands so it's be nice if they were a little bigger but it does have the added advantage of compactness. The file portion is quite long with a variety of shapes so I doubt you'd ever find yourself looking for a different design. The case they come in isn't anything particularly special but it keeps them together and should be able to take some knocking around.

Function- What do you expect? They cut into pretty much anything and they do it well. Remember, this is essentially diamond dust so they are made for clean up work and less for bulk material removal. If that's what you're looking for than get them; otherwise you may want to go with a traditional file style.

It's just personal preference but I wish there were a coarser version so you could work on a material a little faster. As they are though these little files have held up well and continue to work without quickly wearing out. I see no reason for anything less that 5 stars. I received this product free in exchange for nothing more than my honest opinion.

Fusion4K HDMI cable

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I'll get this out of the way right now: I don't think one cable is necessarily any better than most other cables out there at transmitting a 4K signal, but that's up to you to research the technical details and form an opinion. It's a little out of the scope of a review. That said, I see no reason to give this one anything but 5 stars.

Function-What's to say? I tested this HDMI cable from a PS3 to a 24" computer display and sure enough there's the picture transmitting just fine. Full video with no lag or distortion. As I said in the beginning there's debate but as HDMI is a digital signal, it either is transmitted or it isn't and 1080p displays just fine. There's no reason to believe 4K would be any different.

Build- This is where the specific specimen appeals to me the most. Everyone has had some sort of generic USB, charging, or video cord that holds up to maybe a year of use and then just stops because the miniature wires in side broke. Unless you take a knife to it, I'm of the opinion that you'd never have to replace this one. The plug casings are a very tough material that has me believing it's metal while the plugs themselves are firmly seated and attached to where I applied some leverage and saw lo flex. I love the braided cord covering too. It is the sturdiest thing I've ever seen and resists all but the most purposeful kinks. This acts as both strain relief and an aid to prevent tangling. Last of all, it just looks great. It's the sort of cord I wouldn't worry about hiding because it looks that good.

Sure, there's disagreement over whether or not a cable like this is necessary. When it really some down to it though, I think the decision to buy this should be based on what kind of quality you want. If you want the best, this is your cable. If not, I'd still recommend it. I received this product free in exchange for nothing more than my honest opinion.

Adhesive Cable clips by Decor54

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No joke; as I sit here at my desk, there's a pile of cables sitting on the floor next to me. For someone who is careful with everything I do every once in a while let them scoot under the wheels of my chair and it lowers their lifespan every time. Even the proprietary Nikon USB one where I know for a fact I don't have a spare lying around. It's just the easiest place to have all of them when they are each used every day. I'm in need of an organizing tool that is quick and easy, and I think these cable clips are just the thing.

Form- You always want accessories to look good or in some cases, blend in. The clips are made of a matte black rubber that is unassuming in all environments. I'm a guy without much of a sense of style but I think these blend in well no matter the space they're in. You get 6 per package so feel free to stick them all around the house. I've got some on my desk, some on my night stand, and might put one on an end table to hold a charger that falls behind the couch.

Function- What's the goal? Hold things neatly. Do the clips perform? Certainly. They're not meant to do back-flips, just sit there ready to hold your odds and ends. They hold more than just cords. Think small tools, hair accessories, pens; and they do it anywhere and out of the way. Because they grip so well consider using them in a more permanent installation such as keeping A/V cables running just where you want them.

Materials- The main body of the clips is a sturdy rubber that is flexible enough to allow easily popping a cord in but still stiff enough that even a heavy cord won't slide out and fall.It seem like it would hold up for quite a while. The other important part is the 3M adhesive backing. It does to hold a cord tightly if the clip itself is falling all the time. Worry not: 3M has been doing the adhesive game a long time and I gave these a sturdy tug with no sign of it letting go.

I'm really considering purchasing more of these. For the price there's no reason not to stick them where ever you have some sort of cord. I can usually think of some sort of negative but the job is simple and these clips do it well. I recommend them. I received this product free in exchange for nothing more than my honest opinion.