Saturday, January 24, 2015

Minzos 4-In-1 TurboPen for Tablet & Smartphone Review


Universal Stylus Pen - Amazon
The Minzos 4-In-1 TurboPen is a universal stylus pen for smartphones and tablets. It is a stylus, ball point pen, LED light, and laser pointer.

The TurboPen works with Apple iPad Air/2/Mini/iPhone 5/5s/5c/4s, Nexus 5/6/7/9/10, Galaxy Tab 4/3/2, Galaxy S5/S4, HTC One M8/M7 and most other tablets and smartphones.

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The TurboPen is designed for comfort and practicality with attention to detail. Whether you need to jot down notes in the boardroom or the classroom, on your legal pad or your iPad, you will do so in style with this slim, well balanced Hi-Tech tool.

The TurboPen weighs 1.3 ounces and is just over 5 inches long and 3/8 inch in diameter. The perfect dimensions to fit your hand and solid and substantial enough to give you the impression that it's writing all by itself. The ball point pen glides across the paper and the stylus silently slides around the screen. All without cramping your hand or scarring your device screen.

The bright LED flashlight is a welcome bonus to have handy when you are trying to read the menu in your favorite restaurant or the playbill in the theater or at your child's recital.

The precision laser pointer will add style to your next presentation, simplify your life with the Minzos TurboPen.

My Review

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I wanted to try a stylus for my Nexus 5 and Nexus 10. I have no trouble using my finger on my tablet however my mother struggles with hers. She has long nails and she hasn't grasped the "using the pad of your finger and not the tip of your nail" idea. My mother has a Nexus 5 phone and an iPad 2. Because this device is not brand specific I figured it would be a great addition for her.

Being a professional woman with a job in the industry and direct reports I figured that this 4-in-1 combination would be perfect! She loves that she can use the stylus as a pen on her device and carry it with her in her purse to use as a pen also. The laser pointer could come in handy for meetings. To be honest, it's been more fun using it with the cat though. The LED light has come in handy when trying to find things in your purse too.

The stylus is like all stylus' I have seen and used before and is a piece of plastic with a bubble of hair under it. That being said, it can be ruptured and if it is, it is not effective on any device anymore.

With so many uses, this 4-in-1 stylus, ball point pen, LED light, and laser pointer has been fun, useful, helpful, and overall satisfying to use.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Magnetic Phone Mount Review

This top rated magnetic phone mount has a futuristic design and will work with many different types of smartphones, eliminating the need to use bulky clamps as with standard phone mounts.

This phone mount offers extreme suction. It really sticks! Industry-leading suction gel will stick on almost any flat surface. If gel loses stickiness, simply rinse under water and air dry to restore the suction. You can attach it to your windshield, dashboard, office desk, kitchen counter or even your golf cart!

The stand offers versatile maneuverability. The contact surface with the phone can rotate 360° and swivel from side to side, allowing you to find the perfect viewing angle. The magnetic top is reversible so you can brace a larger device against the base for additional stability. No other type of phone cradle can boast this!

When you buy this magnetic phone mount from Infernal Innovations you receive a bonus gift too! While the magnet mount sticks almost anywhere, no suction cup sticks to 100% of dash boards with textured surfaces. As a free bonus, Infernal Innovations has included an adhesive disk (a $5.99 value) just in case you need it. Infernal Innovations stands by their product and offer a risk-free 5-year warranty. Yes! FIVE years!

This magnetic phone mount protects your phone too. The rubberized contact surface works with the magnets so that your phone is protected from scratches and so that it won't slide off! The four strong magnets provide the piece of mind that your phone will be held gently but firmly. Exactly where you need it to stay. There are multiple ways of inserting the metal plate which guarantees that you will be able to use your phone with this product! Simply hold your device near the magnetic head and it will attach firmly to the phone mount.


My Review


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I personally do not use my phone as a GPS. I have a Garmin GPS to get me places and I bought it before I had a smart phone with these capabilities. I do however, have a lot of friends who use their smart phones as a GPS helping them navigate which I could see all kinds of uses for this mount for! I think I may be thinking too small though! Yes, this device will allow you to set up your phone to be used as a GPS but it can be used for so much more! Especially with many states enforcing hands free laws, this magnetic phone mount will aid in keeping drivers using their devices hands on the wheel.

This magnetic phone mount is very easy to assemble and was ready in a matter of seconds on my windshield. The magnetic component of this device is fantastic! It is easy to put in place and easy to remove from the mount but it did not slip or move position one bit when I didn't want it to. This mount allows me to give my full attention to the road and not worry about who texted or called me.

I don't like to text and drive, big shock for someone in my age bracket, but it makes me feel unsafe and it's illegal too so, why not avoid it! This device allows me to see my incoming texts and if necessary I can follow up with a phone call. All hands free thanks to the "OK, Google...." feature on my phone and the voice commands in my Dodge Journey.

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To apply this magnetic phone mount to your windshield or dashboard (without the adhesive disc):
  1. Pull lever up
  2. Place the magnetic phone mount where you would like it to be
  3. Push the lever back down

That's it, done! The mount is attached to your dashboard or windshield. I wasn't able to use it on a slanted curved surface, but it works on a flat or slanted surface. To attach your phone to the mount:
  1. Remove phone case
  2. Place magnet on back of phone
  3. Replace phone case
  4. Place phone on magnetic phone mount
The magnet is very thin so there is no bulge under the case. I have a case that has a silicone case then a hard plastic case too and I don't notice a difference in the case. I have not experienced any difference in functionality in my Nexus 5 or even WiFi with this magnet in place. There is no effect on functionality.

I love that I don't have to attach the magnetic phone mount permanently to my vehicle or the magnet to my phone! Because it's not permanent, I can move it from car to car or phone to phone which is a major plus for me! I found this magnetic phone mount much easier to use than other bracket-like phone holders that need constant adjustment before each use.

As long as you're not making rash movements or roll the vehicle or something, this magnetic phone mount will keep your phone in place on the dash. I found that shaking the holder released the hold of the magnet however this case will hopefully not be seen in any use case.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. 

Chamberlain's Leather Milk Leather Conditioner Review

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Just like milk is a primary nutrient for life, Leather Milk is a vital nutrient for your leather! Leather Care Liniment is also made in the USA!

This leather milk was originally designed for and recommended by Saddleback Leather Company, it is a milky, water-based leather conditioner containing some remarkable leather enriching ingredients along with a few mystical properties.

The all-natural recipes are designed to gently strengthen, preserve, beautify and restore your leather, without overloading it with heavy oils, toxic chemicals, or harsh scents. Distinguished by its pleasant almond fragrance, Leather Care Liniment no. 1 is perfect for use on:
  • Leather bags, luggage, purses, shoes, boots, saddle/tack, leather apparel

Leather care tips

  • Read instructions fully before using.
  • Leather Milk should not be consumed. 
  • Use carefully on unfinished leather. 
  • Not for use on suede. 
  • Test in a discreet area before using. 
  • Clean first with Straight Cleaner no. 2 or other leather cleaner if leather is excessively dirty.
  • May darken lighter colored leathers; color usually lightens back up with use. 
  • Apply shoe polish after conditioning dress shoes.

My Review


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I have used this product only once so far but I am officially a huge fan of Chamberlain's Leather Milk. The product gently nourishes, strengthens, restores and preserves your leather. Leather Milk is leather enriching and also works as a gentle cleaner.

I used this product on my favorite pair of leather shoes. I bought them while I was living in Germany in 2012 and to be honest I probably haven't been taking the best care of them. I know I should do more but I didn't know about this amazing product until just now!

After one application of Chamberlain's Leather Milk I saw a huge difference and once I let it dry, I felt a huge difference too. My shoes were so soft! The leather milk will most likely make your leather look darker when first applied but after it dries, there shouldn't be a difference.

My favorite part of this product (other than how well it works) is that it smells so good. I have used a lot of leather cleaning and polishing products in the past that worked to nourish the leather but smelled so badly and made the whole house smell too. I love that this stuff doesn't stink, it only has a light almond scent to it. And that scent is great!

This product is great to clean up the normal wear and tear on your leather shoes, purses, furnature and more. I'm impressed with how easy it was to use too! I'm buying more for me and my parents too! They have two leather chairs with ottomans and a leather loveseat that get beat on by my brothers kids. They see all kinds of wear with all my brothers little rascals coming over all the time!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Arm & Hammer™ Truly Radiant™ Product Line Smiley360 Kit

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Recently I received an invitation from Smiley360 for a mission that I couldn't wait to join! If you follow me on Instagram, you might remember me posting this picture a while back. Well, I received my kit and the excitement is still here!

My Smiley360 Kit included:
  • 1 tube of ARM & HAMMER™ Truly Radiant™ Rejuvenating Toothpaste
  • 1 Spinbrush™ Truly Radiant™ Deep Clean Manual Toothbrush
  • 1 bottle of Truly Radiant™ Whitening & Strengthening Fluoride Rinse
  • 1 $1.00 off a  Truly Radiant™ Whitening & Strengthening Fluoride Rinse
  • 1 Smiley360 Sharing Guide

Truly Radiant™ Whitening & Strengthening Fluoride Rinse
Strength and beauty, without alcohol or peroxide
  • Whiter smile in just 5 days
  • Strengthens and restores enamel
  • Stain Defense™ Technology helps stop stains before they start
  • Provides long-lasting freshness
  • Peroxide-free formulation designed to whiten without irritation
  • Alcohol-free
  • For best results, use with other ARM & HAMMER™ Truly Radiant™ products.
Spinbrush™ Truly Radiant™ Deep Clean Manual Toothbrush
Deep cleaning, powered by you
Truly Radiant™ Deep Clean is the first and only manual toothbrush that features a rotating head, plus elongated, all-access bristles that get deep in-between teeth to help blast away plaque.
    • Manual toothbrush with Spinbrush™ technology—no batteries needed
    • Bristles rotate as you brush to help blast away plaque
    • Features elongated bristles designed to clean hard-to-reach places
    • Available in soft- and medium-bristle firmness
    Arm & Hammer™ Truly Radiant™ Rejuvenating Toothpaste
    Whitening with a refreshing twist
    • Cleans, strengthens and repairs tooth enamel
    • Light and crisp mint flavor
    • Cool sensation that lasts and lasts
    • Clinically proven to whiten in just 5 days to beautify your teeth and smile
    • Fresh from the Dentist Feeling of Clean™

    My Reviews



    Truly Radiant™ Whitening & Strengthening Fluoride Rinse

    This mouthwash tastes great and leaves you mouth feeling fresh and clean. This mouth wash does not have alcohol or peroxide in it which is great too! It is important that you read the directions on the back of the bottle because you are supposed to not eat or drink for thirty minutes after you use it. That's fine for me though since I use mouthwash at night and not in the morning. Best parts of this mouth wash is that it has a great flavor and it doesn't burn your mouth!

    Spinbrush™ Truly Radiant™ Deep Clean Manual Toothbrush

    The rotating part of the brush is a pretty interesting feature. I've never seen a feature like this on a manual brush but isn't that engineering cool? I love that it doesn't require batteries or to be charged. I have noticed that the spinning portion of the tooth brush moves much better when you brush in small circles rather than back-and-forth. Personally, I am a back-and-forth brusher though so that's not a good thing for me. I haven't been seeing much turning from this brush. Love that this brush does come in multiple bristle firmness'.

    Arm & Hammer™ Truly Radiant™ Rejuvenating Toothpaste

    This toothpaste is amazing! As a long time coffee drinker and smoker my teeth are not as white as I want them to be. I quit smoking 1+ years ago but I haven't found a single product that has helped me get them the color I want, white. The Arm & Hammer line has been the first to show me real results and I have been using their other products since. When I was given the opportunity to try this new rejuvenating line, I was so excited. This toothpaste is better than any whitening product I have ever used and the results speak for themselves. I could already tell a difference in the color of my teeth after a single use. I highly recommend this product!

    I'm a member of Smiley360.com, where I qualify to try brands for free in exchange for sharing my authentic feedback. This was a sample that I received from smiley360. These samples were given to me for free so that I might review them the opinions I share here are 100% my own. Join me on Smiley360.

    Wednesday, January 21, 2015

    Gold and Silver Flash Tattoos by Voodoo Tattoo Review + Giveaway


    Gold Temporary Tattoos by Voodoo Tattoo - Amazon

    Shine like a goddess in seconds with the Voodoo Tattoo Goddess Set
    • Fast - You're sparkling in less than five minutes 
    • Easy - Simple to apply and maintain 
    • Beautiful - Turn heads, and shine like a Mitus Maiden 
    Money Back Guarantee
    Simply Put - This AMAZING small company wants this purchase to work for you. If for any reason this product is not meeting your expectations, just send them an email and they will be happy to take care of you.

    Buy These Now
    Yes. Do it. Why are you still sitting there? You deserve this. Click HERE to buy now before they are all out of stock!
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    Why these are so GREAT:

    • Shine like a goddess
      • Premium quality gold foil, silver foil, and black tattoos.
      • These will fool your friends into thinking you are wearing jewelry even!

    • All gain, no pain
      • Apply in a flash and last for three days.
      • Perfect tattoos for women, kids, and men!

    • Put them anywhere! Use as tattoo jewelry:
      • as a choker
      • as a necklace
      • as a bracelet, on the wrist or sleeves
      • as a ring
      • on your hands, legs feet
      • and more!

    • You're covered! No matter the shape or style you want! There are tattoo: 
      • Arrows, pendants, crosses, Celtic designs, vine patterns, leafs, peacock, Egyptian, infinity, cute, classy, Gypsy, boho, glitter, waves, triangles, Indian, swallows, birds and more decals

    • Great alternative to henna or real tattoos even.


    My Review

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    If you are thinking about getting Voodoo Tattoos, GET them! If your not thinking about getting them, GET them! These are fun, edgy and super easy to apply plus they last for days. Voodoo Tattoos are affordable and look great when going out on the town, on a first date, or even just going to the beach. I am SO in love with these tattoos, they're super fun to wear.

    These tattoos also make great gifts and I know Christmas is over but they make great stocking stuffers. You could easily include them in a birthday or valentine card too! Young girls, teens, twenty somethings, even my mother loves these!

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    My six-year-old niece may have liked them better than I did. She wanted all of my tattoos all at once! These designs are quite variable and you can wear them as jewelery too! Get them to match any outfit! The designs I received included feathers, hearts, a cross bracelet, triangles and more! But you can pick out the ones you want, buy the whole line or buy them by the sheet, there's so many choices!

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    Voodoo Tattoo, this amazing company, has also given me the opportunity to give a package of their amazing gold and silver flash tattoos away in another Instagram giveaway! I love sharing the products I test and love so you should be following me and entering already! 


    I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

    Friday, January 16, 2015

    Nexus 5 Review


    Of all the smartphones I have ever owned, the Nexus 5 definitely is at the top of the list. The phone has a sleek design and it feels great in your hand, with or without a case! I have owned this phone for about six months now and I still love it as much as the first day when I took it out of the box! It still performs great and keeps up very well thanks to it's Snapdragon 800 Quad-core processor. I have only had issues with the phone on an application side when a specific application freezes or doesn't meet expectations.

    LG Google Nexus 5 32 GB- Amazon
    The camera on this phone performs amazingly when there is great lighting and takes some really nice pictures thanks to the HDR+ mode. Like most other cameras, however night time images come out grainy, sadly those pictures are not up to par with other smartphone cameras in the market. Give it great lighting and it produces some really astonishing images for a phone.

    Google Now really pushes this phone to what smartphones can do with its constant reminders, traffic updates, interests on the internet based off of your search results an voice recognition. By saying "Okay Google..." you have access to the entire internet and the applications on your phone by voice command. If you're not using it yet, START!

    I highly recommend this phone over any other android phone just because of it's clean Android feel. Plus buying it direct from Amazon rather than through your carrier ensures you don't have all those bulky applications that you can't remove!

    LG Google Nexus 5 32 GB- Amazon
    This phone is slightly bigger than my last phone coming in at 4.95 inches vs. my last phone at 3.5 inches. Overall it is slightly bigger and as a female, I already knew it wasn't going to fit in any of my pockets (does fit in my back pocket, just not my front pockets). But I love the added screen real estate so I can't complain.

    Batter life out of the box is phenomenal and I have been getting two days of use out of one charge, much better than my previous phone. The drawback of the battery is that it is not replaceable but a portable charger works well with it.

    This phone also works with wireless charging which is really cool. I bought a wireless charger when I bought this phone and it works great. The drawback being that with a case (one that actually protects the phone) the locking positioning doesn't work as well.


    Device T Mobile MyTouch Q Nexus 5
    Device type Smart Phone Smart Phone
    OS Android (v2.3.6, v2.3.4) Android (v5.0)
    Display 3.5 in 4.95 in
    Resolution 320 x 480 pixels 1080 x 1920 pixels
    Weight 5.64 oz (160 g) 4.59 oz (130 g)
    Memory Card Slot Yes No
    Battery Removable 1500 mAh Non-removable 2300 mAh
    Standby time 11.7 days (280 hours) 12.5 days(300 hours)
    Talk time Average 11 hours Up to 17 hours

    ZORAA Voltii World's Smallest Smartphone 3000 mah Charger Review

    ZORAA Voltii II - Amazon


    ZORAA Voltii Gen 2 3000 mAh 

    Double your phone battery with the world's smallest high quality portable smartphone charger. This charger is compatible with almost every phone (iPhone - 4/4S, 5/5S, 6, 6+, Android - Samsung, HTC, Nexus, Sony, Nokia, MotoX, , BlackBerry, Amazon Fire, GoPro.) Plus it comes with $28 worth in free gifts and a 100% satisfaction guarantee!

    7 Reasons Why ZORAA is a Must-Own for Any Smartphone User

    1. Reliable - No power button means it won't accidentally turn on and get drained of power.
    2. High-Powered 3,000mAh Battery - Designed by Cisco engineers, this battery adds 10-12 hours of talk time (up to 2 full charges) to your phone.
    3. Completes Full Charge in Just 3-4 Hours
    4. Strong Thermal-Resistant Aluminum Cover keeps charger safe.
    5. Compatible with Most Smartphone/USB Devices, including:
      • Apple iPhone (4/4S/5/5S/6) / Apple iPod/iPad
      • HTC / Samsung / Nokia / Nexus / Amazon Fire Phone / Blackberry / Sony / Motorola
      • ZORAA Voltii II - Amazon

      • Garmin devices / Digital Cameras / MP3/DVD Players / Tablets / Google Glass / GoPro / e-cigarettes / Sony Action Cam
    6. Easy to Use - No buttons or switches. Just plug it in and the 3 LED charging system will let you know when ZORAA is out of charge, charging, and fully charged.
    7. Friendly Customer Service - Email or call with any questions, here to help.

    Product Features

    • Thermal resistance aluminum casing
    • 3000mAh  lithium-ion "Korean" battery
    • Samsung Grade A cells and microchips
    • 700+ recharges
    • Long battery life, retaining 80% capacity after 3-5 years
    • Conforms to CE, ROHS, and FCC standards
    • Compatible with all Phones: iPhone 4/4S/5/5S/5C/6/6+, iPads Mini/Air, iPod, Samsung Galaxy S3/S4/S5, Note 2/3/4/5, HTC, and Nexus

    My Review


    ZORAA Voltii II - Amazon

    I have tried external chargers like this one in the past and I was very disappointed. They just didn't work with my old phone (a T-Mobile MyTouch Q, it slid open and had a keyboard and it was a POS.) Since I got a new phone recently (a Nexus 5) I figured a back charger was worth a try again. I was excited to see that this charger works for the Nexus line too because I have both a Nexus 5 phone and a Nexus 10 tablet.

    First, I love that this charger comes with the bonus $28 worth of gifts. There is a silk bag which can be used to transport the charger, the cords, and the plugs. A wall charger to get the external battery charger charged at home and a car charger to charge while on the go plus the cords to charge both Apple devices and Android devices. Another big perk, the ZORAA Voltii charger uses the same cords to charge itself as it does to charge your device so the wall and car chargers can be used to charge your device directly too!

    This device is great for carrying in your pocket or purse. It is about an inch (ish) wide and four inches (ish) long. As for the title of the Amazon listing, I'm not sure it really is the "World's Smallest High Quality External Battery Pack" but it is small and it does work! And using the battery is SO simple!

    To charge it:
    1. Connect it to any USB power source using either the included cable or any other standard-to-micro USB cable (computer USB port, an AC powered USB charger, or another USB external battery, etc.)
    2. Status light lights up (red while charging, blue when it's done.)

    To use it charge your device:
    1. Connect the appropriate cable to the standard USB port on the batter and plug the other end of the cable into the device you want to charge.
    2. Turns on automatically.

    I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.