http://www.viewpoints.com/aboutme/recorey Sat, 27 Sep 2008 23:08:13 GMT Reviews by recorey http://www.viewpoints.com/D-link-DIR-615-Wireless-Router-review-3e697 Oh where to start.  I had a dlink router because of Vonage - for about a year.  The router conked out already.  I ordered a new pc so I bought a new dlink (only one that supports Vonage!) and hooked everything up (pc and router). —  Guess what... the dlink router doesn't work on the hardwired desktop (vista).  The kids laptops worked fine, but not the desktop. — According to Dell Tech Support, Best Buy Geek Squad, and Time Warner (cable provider) dlink has issues with Vista.  Just TRY calling Vonage customer service - horrible.  Can barely understand them and they don't have a clue as to what you're talking about.  Tried calling dlink customer service - even worse.  Can't even get through to a live person. —  I had to buy a different router (Netgear N MaxRange - works great and fairly inexpensive $69).  Speeds are awesome and everything connects... EXCEPT vonage.  I had to install a phone adapter behind the... Sat, 27 Sep 2008 23:08:13 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/D-link-DIR-615-Wireless-Router-review-3e697 recorey 2 http://www.viewpoints.com/Microsoft-Outlook-2007-review-5a433 I just downloaded Office 2007.  I've used Outlook forever - here are the changes that I don't care for in Outlook 2007: — - Can't create a personal address book.  The default directs you to your contacts, therefore when you want to send an email to multiple recipients, you have to go through a ton of info (i.e., email addy, phone, fax line, etc). — -I had to create a copy of the contacts folder, rename it, delete the unnecessary info and make that new folder the address book default.  LOTS of work. — - If a picture is embedded in the email, you can no longer right click and save the picture to a file.  You have to copy the picture, open a picture viewer/editor program (doesn't come with your pc haha) and paste the picture there and save.   TOO much work. — - When Outlook 2007 checks for new mail, you get that little envelope icon (double while while checking) in the tray.  However, it gets stuck there (like it's always... Sat, 27 Sep 2008 22:59:37 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Microsoft-Outlook-2007-review-5a433 recorey 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Laplink-Software-Software-PCmover-Essentials-PAFGPCMV02000PDRTPEN-for-PC-review-f1c13 I bought this (at about half price $25) from Dell when I purchased my new desktop.  I went from Windows XP (old pc) to Windows Vista (new pc).  The software is easy to install and easy to use.  However, I had to undo a few migrations as it moved items I didn't want.  —  You can check the items you want to move (applications and files), but it seems to grab things even though you don't check them for the move.   —  Some of the applications wouldn't work in the new Vista Environment, but I guess that's to be expected.  Just another way for Microsoft and other software providers to make more $$$$..... — All in all simple to use. —... Sat, 27 Sep 2008 22:51:33 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Laplink-Software-Software-PCmover-Essentials-PAFGPCMV02000PDRTPEN-for-PC-review-f1c13 recorey 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Animal-Rescue-Site--28893-review-d7ae4 Although I am not a pet owner, a friend of mine sent me the link to this website:  The Animal Rescue Site.   Not only can you get nice animal-related product (for your pets and you!) if you click the purple button, they will donate .6 bowls of food to rescue shelters.  I signed up for the daily reminder and click away first thing in the morning.  It's quick, easy, doesn't cost me a thing and provides help to needy animals. — Try it :) — Click on the purple button at The Animal Rescue Site and give food to an animal living in a shelter or sanctuary --at no cost to you. —  find it at:  theanimalrescutesite.com — ... Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:10:34 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Animal-Rescue-Site--28893-review-d7ae4 recorey 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Time-Warner-Cable-Company-review-f6782 I have to give Time Warner a big thumbs down.  Unfortunately, there is no other choice for broadband cable internet service.  I pay $44.95/mo only to lose my connection every 10 mins.  When you call customer service they merely reset your modem. —  The other gripe I have is that they do absolutely nothing for loyal customers.  New customers are paying only $29.95 for service and we loyal users can't catch a break.  No deals, nothing.  I work from home and require a broadband connection in order to connect with my employer so dial up and DSL is not an option. —  I will celebrate the day Verizon FIOS comes to the area!! —... Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:23:36 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Time-Warner-Cable-Company-review-f6782 recorey 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/Braun-Tassimo-Coffee-Maker-review-02d20 I've had my Tassimo single Cup Coffee Maker for over a year now.  We love, love, love this machine!  We can easily change between coffee, tea, hot chocolate, espresso, cappucinos.  A little expensive at first to purchase the unit but the coffee discs are reasonable and can be found online or at Bed Bath Beyond and Target.  :) —  Oh.. and they DO sell milk discs separately now! —... Tue, 10 Jun 2008 01:55:49 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Braun-Tassimo-Coffee-Maker-review-02d20 recorey 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Geico-review-a20d1  I was shopping around to be sure I had the best rate with my current insurance company.  I went online and did the Geico quote thing.  When I got the quote back I was amazed at how much I could save by switching to Geico.  Uh huh... right.    —  I started to take the next step and actually wanted to purchase the policies online.  They asked for all the info again (drivers, ages, etc.)  When they came back the price was DOUBLE what was actually quoted online, and they refused to insure one of my cars (a new 2007 Lexus IS!!).  I tried to call to find out why the price difference was so high and why they wouldn't insure my car.  I got the canned message as to "all associates are busy, please leave a message and we'll call you back."  I did this 3 times and NO ONE ever returned my call. —  We all have good driving records, no tickets, etc. and I never got an explanation as to why the price doubled... Wed, 07 May 2008 16:45:28 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Geico-review-a20d1 recorey 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/Martian-Child--138461-review-99ac3 I was hesitant to watch this movie, as I was really in more of a "comedy" mood.  But this movie is a wonderful "feel good" movie!  The young actor is absolutely adorable.  Even though this is a movie about a child with probably more problems than most children, I think we all can relate.  —  Definitely rent it if you can!  It will make you smile (and cry!) —... Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:30:37 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Martian-Child--138461-review-99ac3 recorey 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Enchanted--122136-review-3a0e1 Ok, I don't have toddlers anymore - I took my daughters to see this movie last weekend (they are 18 & 21).  We all enjoyed it!  Ok, so we really went for McDreamy Patrick Dempsey. —  The movie did bring us back to the Disney days (Little Mermaid, etc).  Ok, so it was a little cheesy but it was definitely a feel good movie.  I have to admit we've been singing a few of the songs around the house all week. — Good for all ages!  Very entertaining. —... Thu, 29 Nov 2007 23:23:16 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Enchanted--122136-review-3a0e1 recorey 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/HAI-Flat-Iron-Elite-Digistik-review-8c5e2 I bought this from my hairdresser.  Although a bit high-priced I absolutely love it!  It takes the little frizzies out of my hair and leaves it smooth and silky! —  It comes with a thermal bag, which is great because I travel a lot.  I do my hair, put the iron in the bag and throw it in my suitcase - no need to wait for it to cool down. —  Would definitely recommend! —... Thu, 29 Nov 2007 23:18:55 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/HAI-Flat-Iron-Elite-Digistik-review-8c5e2 recorey 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Booths-Mobil-Rochester-NY-review-64542 I no longer go to the dealer for things not covered under warranty.  I have a great "little" service station almost in my back yard.  This shop is: — - Responsive (can usually get me in right away, especially if it's a problem thing) — - Very reasonable (If the can't fix it - which isn't often - they will tell you the cost of parts, etc so you won't be surprised at the dealership!) — - Friendly — - Car is always ready when promised — Why spend money at the expensive dealers when you can get great service for a great price —... Thu, 29 Nov 2007 23:14:03 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Booths-Mobil-Rochester-NY-review-64542 recorey 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Stephanie-Plum-Series-review-acf01 If you love mystery, suspense and most of all comedy - you'll find it all here in the Stephanie Plum series.  Thank you, Janet Evanovich, for coming up with these quirky characters.  Can't wait for #14!!                                                               —                                             — ... Thu, 29 Nov 2007 23:04:56 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Stephanie-Plum-Series-review-acf01 recorey 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Ballys-las-vegas-NV-review-67662 If you have a choice, choose a different hotel.  We had an incident in one of the Casino lounges and hotel management was less than helpful. —  Old part of the hotel -the rooms are bad.  If you have to stay here request a room in the newer section. — ... Thu, 29 Nov 2007 22:58:46 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Ballys-las-vegas-NV-review-67662 recorey 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/LG-enV-VX9900-Cell-Phone-review-75b0 I just switched to Verizon after years with Sprint.  Sprint's service has gone steadily downhill.  I had to choose a new phone and I have to say I love this phone!  So easy to text, clear calls, great speakerphone, mp3 function is very good!  The only "con" to this phone is it's still a bit bulky.  But that's ok because I carry it in my purse - not on a belt clip.  I usually open the phone up and use the speakerphone function - which is very... Thu, 22 Nov 2007 14:34:50 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/LG-enV-VX9900-Cell-Phone-review-75b0 recorey 4