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 | NeatReceipts Scanalizer Professional 2.5 Mobile Scanner |
 | "Good idea - mediocre implementation" | 2006-10-25 |
The scanner here is worth about $120; so you're paying about $35 for the NeatReceipts software. That's probably the upper limit of what it's worth right now. It claims to be version 2.5, but feels more like an early beta - slow to load, frequent crashes, poor search function. This is potentially a useful package for compulsive record keepers. Scanner works fine, but software needs more development.
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 | TaxCut 2005 Deluxe + State |
 | "Won't install" | 2006-01-19 |
Same problem [...] - installation fails while trying to install a file named mmvdpro.swf. No help on TaxCut website. Used TurboTax in past but bought this because significantly cheaper. More evidence, I guess, that you get what you pay for.
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 | Kensington iPod Dock Charger and Stereo Transmitter |
 | "Great accessory" | 2005-08-18 |
This unit is far superior to comparable Apple model. It's about half the price and includes a remote, which Apple's doesn't. It seems to be well constructed, and it's also very attractive, with a tiny little lighted Kensington logo on front of dock. Does just what it's advertised to do. Great way to use an iPod at home as well as away.
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 | Various Artists - Martha Stewart Living: Home for the Holidays |
 | "Ignore Martha - Listen to the Music" | 2003-02-22 |
OK, so you think Martha Stewart is evil and you certainly wouldn't want anyone to know you bought a Martha Stewart Living CD. Throw away the covers and use your Sharpie to cover up her name on the CD, but listen to the music. Whoever at Rhino is putting together these compilations for Martha knows what he or she is doing. These are excellent compilations -- top artists -- terrific recordings -- really. Think of it this way -- you're contributing to the Martha Stewart Defense Fund and getting some great music in the bargain.
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