Epinions Recent Reviews for kcarnes

IBM ThinkPad 600x : Power and Portability

Thu, 8 Jun 2000 18:55:48 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - I just received an IBM ThinkPad 600X a couple of weeks ago to replace my ThinkPad 600E. I always get a little wary whenever I have something that is working well with something new. I always ask, "Why rock the boat?" Well my employer thinks...

Canon PowerShot A50: Keep It Outdoors

Mon, 17 Apr 2000 14:09:02 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - The Canon PowerShot A50 is an interesting case in contrasts. It does some things very well and other things very poorly.

I have the opportunity to test a lot of electronics in my position and I see a lot of digital cameras. I couldn't...

Microsoft PhotoDraw 2000: Photodraw 2000 Version 2 is a Great Package

Fri, 7 Apr 2000 17:13:58 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - I like things to be complex enough to cover my needs, but simple enough to use without constantly flipping through a four inch manual. Microsoft PhotoDraw 2000 version 2 finally delivers on this ideal. If you got your hands on the first version and...

HP CD-Writer Plus 9100i is a Fantastic Drive

Thu, 3 Feb 2000 12:52:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - There is an old adage. "You get what you pay for." Well, in this case, you get a fantastic drive for a reasonable price. The HP CD-Writer Plus 9100i is a great step forward with reliable 8x writing. I have burned over 20 CDs at this point...

This Quest is worth taking!

Fri, 14 Jan 2000 13:07:53 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - I had no real expectations when I went to see Galaxy Quest. Boy, was I ever so pleasantly surprised! This movie had me laughing from beginning to end.

This movie is a must see for all Trekkie fans or anyone who finds fan conventions to be...

Sega Dreamcast Grey Console: Great Console... For Now

Wed, 15 Dec 1999 14:33:16 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - When it comes to Sega, I have been wary since the Saturn debacle. I was asked to put the Sega Dreamcast through the ringer for some analysis we are planning to do on it at my company. This is the kind of bench marking I love to do! So I took it home...

Inquest: A Great Gaming Reference

Mon, 13 Dec 1999 15:07:01 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - Inquest is a great gaming magazine that covers the worlds of collectible card games, computer gaming, and role playing.

I am a casual gamer and like to stay abreast of what is happening in the gaming world. Inquest lets me know what is out...

Gotta love the SciFi!

Mon, 13 Dec 1999 14:36:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - These days, there is good reason for the science fiction fan to rejoice. They now can get their daily fill of galactic exploration, interplanetary wars, and alien encounters!

The Sci-Fi Channel is a great cable channel that fills its...

Toy Story 2: A computer Animated Gem

Mon, 13 Dec 1999 14:06:52 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - I have always had mixed emotions when I go to see a sequel. For the most part, my experience has dictated that they usually don't live up to the original movie. This movie proved that sequels are not always doomed to be inferior!

Toy Story 2...

A Nice Second/Backup PC

Fri, 10 Dec 1999 20:11:12 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - It is true that you get what you pay for. In this case that is a no frill machine that accomplishes basic computing tasks with few problems.

My wife decided it was time for us to replace her 75 Mhz Pentium desktop. She is not a power user by...

Nokia 5190 is a great phone!

Fri, 10 Dec 1999 16:37:01 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - The Nokia 5190 was a great phone when I got it 6 months ago and it still is a great device today!

I decided to move from an analog to digital phone so I did my research. No one can come close to the battery life that Nokia squeezes out of...

IBM ThinkPad 600E a Quality Notebook

Fri, 10 Dec 1999 13:41:27 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - I received a IBM Thinkpad 600E about a month ago from my place of work. It was slated to replace my desktop. At first I was skeptical, but now I am a true believer! It has proven to be a quality product and reliable.

The computer provides...

Olympus D-340 R is priceless!

Thu, 9 Dec 1999 20:23:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - I received my Olympus D-340R Digital Camera as an early birthday gift and I have fallen in love with the little guy. The camera has great resolution (1.3 megapixel or 1280x960) and a great price (about $300). At this point, I have nearly made back my...

Nino: A good buy

Thu, 9 Dec 1999 19:54:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kcarnes - I purchased the Nino 320 a month ago and have been very pleased with its performance. I know all of the arguments about the Palm series being faster, but in the environment that I work in I greatly benefit from the Win CE OS. My Nino synchs seamlessly...