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Now You Can Have The Features & Performance You Need In A Mini PC!

Remember how big computers were when they first came out?  Even when most of us started getting home computers, they truly were desktops that took up our whole desktop. Then there were towers that were considered space-saving but still huge. We know the drill as technology advances, those huge devices get smaller and smaller.

I recently had the chance to review a Quantum Byte, Logitech® Keyboard & HD Webcam Bundle by Azulle. Compact is definitely what this is, but the small footprint does not mean it is small on features. The Quantum Byte Mini Windows Fanless PC is so easy to hook up to a monitor or your TV with an HDMI cable. We hooked ours up to our smart TV and it was running in no time.

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Mini PC Features:  Intel Atom (Quad-core) processor Z3735F, 2GB of DDR3L RAM, and 32GB of on-board memory, Windows® 10 OS, Ethernet port, 3X Powered USB 2.0 Ports, VGA Port, 3.5 mm earphone Port
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The bundle we tested included the Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Keyboard with Touch-pad and  the  Logitech HD Pro C920 camera webcam. I was really impressed with everything. You can see my video review below and on YouTube to get an in-depth look at it all.

Let me know what you think in the comments and if you are considering purchasing one of these for your home. You can purchase this product right on Amazon at the link below. You can also stay in the loop with Azulle by checking out their website  and following them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and YouTube.

 


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ChicoBag, Hobo rePete Purple Potion Bag Review & Giveaway!!! #HolidayGiftGuide

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Do you remember the expression, “Dynamite Comes In Small Packages”?  I do, a boy I went to elementary school who was shorter than most at the time would constantly say that.  He had great self-confidence but he was right, you can have something fantastic packed in a small package.  That reminds me of the Hobo rePETe bag from ChicoBag.

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The Hobo is an expandable carry all that can be worn as a stylish hobo-style bag or just kept to use if you have some impromptu purchases, so great for traveling.  The bag features a large  zippered main compartment, interior zipper pocket, front slip pocket for added organization and storage and a tie together strap that allows for a custom fit and adds a feminine touch. The interior pocket doubles as a pouch for the entire bag, making it perfect for travel. Made of recycled materials and finished with a subtle, heat embossed pattern. The Hobo was designed for the eco-chic adventurista on a mission to tread lightly on the planet, while looking good.

This bag is so wonderful to use every day or to pack when traveling. If you are like me, you probably come back with more than you went with and to have a bag like this for those items is such a convenience. The bag is very well constructed to use as an everyday purse or tote and will stand up to the use with quality workmanship and components.  This bag makes a great gift and even fits perfectly in a stocking!

ChicoBag is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!  One lucky winner will win a Purple Potion Hobo rePETe Bag!  Thank you to ChicoBag for the review product and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

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Epson LabelWorks LW-600P Label Printer Review & Giveaway!!! #HolidayGiftGuide

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Are you trying to get more organized?  Do you ever pack things up in boxes and totes and forget what’s inside?  Do you ever want to do something crafty like create professional looking monogrammed or personalized ribbons  for cards, wedding favors, hair bows and more?  If you answered yes to any or all of these things, I want to introduce you to the Epson LabelWorks LW-600P Label Printer.  

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This compact desktop label printer will let you create original labels that you can customize with clip art, your own photos and even your own handwriting or drawings.  You can also take a picture of what is in the boxes you are packing and create a bar code label to stick on the outside of the box.  If you scan the bar code label you will see a picture of what is inside the box!

 

 

 

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Labels are not the only thing it prints.  How about printing on beautiful ribbons.  What a great way to make wedding and party favors, your own cards, custom ornament hanging ribbon, hair bows, and so much more.

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It’s so simple to start printing with the bluetooth capability.  I was able to create and print from my laptop, iPad and iPhone in a flash.  Just download the app and I was ready to roll.  I cannot wait to use this to organize our home which is in the middle of at least 4 major home improvement projects at the same time.  I am so excited to start taking back some order and taming the chaos around here.  I will update with more of my own projects and organization examples very soon.  You can find the Epson LabelWorks LW-600P on Mommy Ramblings’ 2014 Holiday Gift Guide!

More about LabelWorks LW-600P:

Print labels smarter

Now, it’s easier than ever to print customized labels — virtually anywhere — with the LW-600P portable label printer. Print labels from your smartphone, tablet, PC or Mac. Print date labels for food items, QR code labels, or labels to organize cables. Create ribbons for gifts, or even labels with symbols or hand-written messages. Preview labels before printing. Or, use smartphones with voice recognition2 to create labels fast. Download the Epson iLabel app for iOS or Android devices or choose from other compatible apps3 available. With multiple tapes to choose from (up to one-inch wide) and an automatic cutter, you’ve got all you need for customized labels on the go.

Connect smarter

The battery-operated1 LW-600P can print wirelessly from iOS and Android devices, via Bluetooth. Simply download the Epson iLabel app or other compatible apps.3 Use your mobile device to create handwritten labels, iron-on labels, ribbons and more. This compact printer can also print from Windows® and Mac systems via a USB cable.

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Epson is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings. One lucky blog reader will win an Epson LW-600P Label Printer. Than you Epson for the review product and for sponsoring this fantastic giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

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Stokke Scoot™, Urban Compact Stroller Review & Giveaway!!!

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Stokke®  is a brand we love at Mommy Ramblings.  We have 3 of the Tripp Trapp® high chairs and they are not only for our 2 youngest little ones, but you will find adults of all shapes and sizes choosing to sit in them.  Truly, it is a quality brand and one I feel is worthy of sharing with others.  With 5 kids I have been through my share of strollers.  I feel a stroller is something where quality cannot be compromised, since it involves the safety of your child and cradles their developing bodies.

A stroller also needs to have features that make it parent friendly as well.  Cup holders, adjustable height handle, ease of use, weight and ability to maneuver well are so important.  The Stokke® Scoot™ has you covered with all of these areas and so much more.  I was blown away by the amount of features and extras included with this stroller as I have other high-end strollers which did not include most of the accessories that the Stokke ®Scoot™ does.

Assembly was so easy that it was almost unbelievable.  I didn’t need tools, but just pushed the front wheels in and the back wheels just snapped in pushing from the side.  In less than a minute all four wheels were on and pardon the pun, we were almost ready to roll.  The 2 way, front facing or rear facing seat goes on just as easy and you hear the clicks and see the safety lock indicator so you know it’s secure.  The harness is adjustable to three heights, there is a nice big mesh basket under for storage and so many configuration on the seat and foot rests.  You can have the seat facing the parent and click the adjustable foot rest in three different positions.  You can turn the seat around so it is facing out and add the adjustable footrest above the fixed one for your child’s comfort. Seat features 4 upright to reclining positions to easily adjust for your child’s comfort.

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There is an optional car seat attachment kit that will accommodate most infant car seats.   It has one of the best canopy hoods for sun, rain and wind protection I have ever seen in a stroller.  There is even an additional zip on visor that adds even more sun shielding protection. A zipper on the canopy opens to reveal a mesh ventilation opening that can double as a viewing window when child is front facing.

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There is an optional Stokke® Scoot ™ for young babies-6 months old that has slots for the harness to go through to keep little ones warm, snuggly and secure.  The included rain cover will keep little passengers dry and the net cover will keep the biting bugs away.  The brake is easy to engage and disengage with just a touch of your foot.  The stroller maneuvers nimbly and with ease even with an older toddler through all kinds of strolls, narrow places or crowds.  From the mall to roads of all kind this stroller rolls easily even on the country roads I live on  that are less than smooth and straight.

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I was able to push my son with ease in all situations and he is about 30 lbs.  He also was very comfortable and I could even add the adjustable footrest up a bit from the fixed since his little legs still need a bit to grow.  He could relax with room in the recline position and felt super comfy.

Folding the Stokke® Scoot™ is easy and what really makes me happy is that the seat even though a cinch to remove, does not need to be  to fold the stroller.  That is one extra step you can skip and so helpful when you are trying to do so in inclement weather, trying to board public transportation, or with cranky little people in tow.  You simply push up the bottom of the seat and then grab hold of the white release and it folds with ease.  For the most compact folding make sure you set the adjustable handle to its lowest position.  It is light enough to pick up with one hand and fits in the back of my van with a load of room to spare.

The Stokke® Scoot™  has modern styling  that appeals to moms and dads in an available rainbow of vibrant colors. Whether in the city, country, traveling, using public transportation or your own vehicle; Stokke® Scoot™ is a compact, urban stroller that will take you where you need to go in style.  Bottom line is the Stokke® Scoot™ is a stroller that I highly recommend and has the quality to be used for your first child to your last.  Check it out HERE, I think you will be glad you did. The Stokke® Scoot™ has a retail price of $599.99, for more information or to purchase click HERE.  You can keep up with all the latest news on the Stokke® Facebook Page and follow Stokke® on Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.

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Stokke® is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win their own red Stokke Scoot ™ Stroller!  Thank you to Stokke® for the review stroller and for sponsoring this awesome giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US and Canadian residents.

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