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Battery Charger Design, It rained hard today, and I spent much of the day thinking about batteries and chargers.

This may be one of the better examples of why we need build products for those we expect to market to.  We best understand their needs and expectations BEFORE we put it on the shelf for sale.    I may have … Continue reading

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The VECTOR Battery Charger

I have another product to complain about. Here’s the VECTOR battery charger, which promises to charge at rates as high as 50 amps, and even has a 150 amp auto start feature. They offer a five year warranty! WOW! One … Continue reading

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Epson Stylus Photo 820 Printer

Here’s the second item I’ve owned during my 57 years of living that I hate! The Epson Stylus Photo 820 Printer is truly the worst printer I have ever owned or used. Keep in mind my first printer was an … Continue reading

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Kitchen Aid Pro 12

We had a really good coffee pot, it made great coffee; but it was getting older and didn’t look shiny and new anymore. One morning I walked in and found this Kitchen Aid Pro 12. It has an advanced display … Continue reading

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