LP-E8 Battery and USB Desktop Charger

Canon accessories are expensive, so when possible I look for knock-off brands that work just as well. Batteries and lens hoods are good product examples when buying authentic just doesn’t make any sense. I’m very happy with the performance of the Happyjoy battery charger and battery, and the set is even cheaper than buying a single knock-off battery.

I’ve encountered no problems using this with my Canon EOS Rebel T2i. The battery doesn’t take long to charge up, and it holds a charge just as long as an authentic Canon battery. They look and perform the same. Both change LED colors after charging is complete The only difference is cost. My set came at a discount, but the current price seems like a real bargain. I keep this thin travel charger in my backpack at all times, and it has saved the day more than once while on all-day outdoor photography adventures. I’ve included Happyjoy/Canon comparison photos and the two port openings found on the Happyjoy charger—it comes with both micro and mini USB cables.

You can find the product at Amazon here: LP-E8 Battery and USB Desktop Charger for Canon EOS 550D, EOS 600D, EOS 700D, EOS Rebel T2i, EOS Rebel T3i, EOS Rebel T4i, EOS Rebel T5i Digital SLR DSLR Cameras Canon BG-E8 Grip 

ACELIST 2 X Professional Hair Cutting & Thinning Scissors Shears Hairdressing Set

This scissors set is quickly growing on me. I already own and use a pair with double rows of teeth, but wondered how they compared with ones having only one row. These seem to slightly pull my hair, but I’m happy with end results and it’s a quicker process in general. Shears with double rows make certain only a small amount of hair is removed with each snip. I like using double teeth rows for fine tuning around the bangs area to assure no mistakes are made. My hair is short, wavy and choppy--these Acelist thinning shears remove more hair at a time, so they’re perfect for texturizing the rest of my hair. It’s a great way to keep haircuts looking their best for as long as possible.

The blue plastic ring inserts inside the traditional scissors that come with this set are comfortable to work with, but there was a bubble inside one of the thinning shears rings that drove me crazy. Simply removing the rings was an easy solution, and now I have no problems. My set came at a discount, but the current price seems reasonable, especially when two different types of scissors are included. My double row scissors cost much more, yet I think the Acelist scissors do a better blending job. I’ve included a picture showing teeth differences between both scissors.

You can find the product at Amazon here: ACELIST 2 X Professional Hair Cutting & Thinning Scissors Shears Hairdressing Set

HAOWL Men's 5 Pairs Cushion Padding Climbing Hiking Camping Mid Crew Socks

I don’t usually begin reviews by commenting about packaging, but HAOWL deserves special recognition for such nice presentation. Not only are their socks top quality, but the box they arrive in is attractive and the socks are nicely organized inside. In all the years I have been getting products from Amazon, I can count on one hand the times packaging has impressed me, especially when it comes to socks. Most times, socks are mailed in a clear plastic bag—these HAOWL socks are gift-worthy.

I’ve been experimenting with off-brand socks on Amazon because I’m sick of paying top dollar for name brands like SmartWool and Woolrich. To date, I find HAOWL to be the nicest socks I’ve tried, and I appreciate that the company lists sizes in their product descriptions. I’m a woman, but the same socks in a woman’s size sounded like they might be a tight fit. I opted instead to get them in men’s, and my feet (8.5) fit these socks perfectly. They’re comfortable and suitable for all outdoor activities. The socks are of medium thickness, machine wash nicely and I like where the tops sit on my leg—about 5” above my ankle and they don’t ride down.

My socks came at a deep discount, but the current price seems very reasonable, especially for five pairs. I’ve included pictures of the attractively organized box, thickness of the socks and how nicely they conform to feet. Overall, these are a great value and quality socks--they come highly recommended.

You can find the product at Amazon here: HAOWL Men's 5 Pairs Cushion Padding Climbing Hiking Camping Mid Crew Socks