Contech ScareCrow

August 10th, 2010 Paul Posted in Gadgets No Comments »

If you are having problems with animals in your back yard, eating your plants or vegetables or washing their food in your pool, then you may want to consider this product. We bought the Contech ScareCrow ad few years ago when we were having problems with raccoons in our yard. They were digging up grubs in the lawn and then walking over to the steps of the pool and washing these grubs off in the pool water. What a filthy mess! They were really bold, there was no scaring them off and one time a raccoon even walked across the lawn in front of us over to the pool to take a drink.  We had to do something! Read the rest of this entry »

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Sky Caddie Update

July 24th, 2009 admin Posted in Gadgets No Comments »

So now that I’ve had the Sky Caddie for awhile, I should update the site. I made a post awhile ago when I bought the Sky Caddie, so here we go.

I would have to say that it DOES work regardless of what some are saying on the Internet, however I just don’t use it. For one thing, you can only load 10 golf courses at a time, and I don’t have the time to be plugging into my computer – especially in the busy summer time.

As well, even when I have it on the course, I find it ruins my flow as I get up to the ball, because I usually don’t fuss about yardage that much. I like to play it by feel anywhere in from 200 yards in.

I’m sure some golfers who use allot of wedges would like it.

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Favorite Gadget for 2008

June 4th, 2008 admin Posted in Gadgets No Comments »

So far in 2008 the gadget that has made the biggest impact on our daily life is our Tom Tom GPS. It never ceases to amaze my wife and I when we go on holidays and trips how the Tom Tom keeps on track to our destinations.

We’ve learned how to use the GPS much better after a year of using it. We’ve learned to use the POI (point of interest) search often and this means we don’t need to look up street addresses in the Yellow Pages, or the Internet. Most all golf courses, shopping centres, service stations, restaurants, and more, are already programmed into the GPS, so it makes for quick decisions while on the road.

Keep in mind that all of the new road mapping GPS systems such as the Magellan, Tom Tom, or Garmin, are pre-programmed with satellite mapping for North America and/or Europe. This is quite amazing when you look at the technology behind it.

Since we bought our road map GPS prices have dropped considerably. When I first bought a Magellan GPS 4 years ago for $1200. The Magellan was a fantastic unit and it was extremely accurate and rarely off the route. The price tag was way too though so we took it back. The Hp Travel Companion is really a PDA with Tom Tom GPS capabilities. Honestly, we only use the Tom Tom GPS and never use the PDA for Internet surfing or electronic organizing.

By far though, having a satellite road mapping GPS system on your dashboard makes a dramatic difference when travelling. You don’t have to worry about how to get anywhere at any time, and you can just enjoy the drive. This makes your holiday truly relaxing and believe me, you’ll wonder how you ever travelled anywhere without one.

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Urban Tool Slot-Bar Hip Case Gadget

May 29th, 2008 admin Posted in Gadgets No Comments »

Urban Tool’s slotbar case in a popular new gadget out there these days. Here is a quick description from the Urban Tool’s official website.:

“The URBAN TOOL slotBar is a new bag that organizes your every day gadgets like mobile phone, Blackberry, iPod, camera or PDA. It also has a large pocket for maps or magazines. A perfect traveling companion”

That sort of sums it up, but I should include a picture of slotbar case as well. See below and click to enlarge.

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This handy little item is perfect for the bicycle fan who likes to have all their Ipod, Music, and media gadgets all in one handy spot. These kinds of items from Urban Tool are all the rage nowadays, and there will likely be no end to how many gals line up to get one.

The Slotbar hip cases from Urban Tool are very robust and durable. Not some cheap (last one summer) items. Tough exterior and strong stitching make this hip case last much longer than most hip case do. My wife has one that she used when we’re on the road, and she never rides a bike anywhere.

In many way the Slotbar is used for various different occasions and can really be handy when you don’t want to be carrying a purse or handbag around.

The Slotbar hip case from Urban Tool goes into our gadgets category at Zazbot.com

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