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March 8th, 2009 #1
RTS game Stormrise concept arts (update 10/02/2010)
Hi guys I have just finished a RTS game called Stormrise which is for PC, Xbox 360 and PS3, I will show all my concepts gradually in this thread for that game. Critiques are very welcome. If you want to know more information about this game you can check http://www.gametrailers.com/game/9018.html and official fan site http://www.stormrisers.com/media/, and its official site http://www.sega.com/stormrise/
All the updates will be posted in the first thread by the way
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March 8th, 2009 #2
great stuff! I like the fine detailed character concepts especially!
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March 8th, 2009 #3
Beatiful linework man. Love it !
March 8th, 2009 #4
great to see this work dude, i like seeing you get into environments, looking foward to the updates.
March 8th, 2009 #5
Amazing work, those big chars they're so exquisit and huge, detailed and wicked. I just saw your sketchbook and it's pretty much the best thing i've seen this year. And now all this, you're very hard working and shows well =)
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Really excellent work mate.
I'm always impressed by your awesome drawings
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March 8th, 2009 #8
dude, thats aweomze! really like the linwork sketches on thos envos, and the characters are really well made.
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March 8th, 2009 #9
That's just sweet, and so inspiring.
Critiques on my work always welcome!!
March 8th, 2009 #10
The gesture work is just terrific. Such wonderful movement in all the characters. Looking at the drawings, I know exactly how they would animate. Great.
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March 8th, 2009 #11
Top stuff man, the characters are looking badass.
Thanks for sharing
March 8th, 2009 #12
Some of the color pieces remind me of Doug Chiang's style.
March 8th, 2009 #13
incredible work, the sketches are fantastic
March 8th, 2009 #14
Fully Awesome!! 5 star work
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March 8th, 2009 #15
tnx for posting all these!!
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March 8th, 2009 #16
Utterly inspiring work, love it all.
March 8th, 2009 #17
Nice work all around. Love the line work.
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March 8th, 2009 #18
excellent work, nice range of skills. I especially like the painterly style of the monster moving the boulder. The tech/ line drawings are amazing too!
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March 8th, 2009 #19
So...so very much to love. LOVE!
Really, the unit design is fantastic. Really loving the merging of hardware and military gear with very organic substances. The characters are all very intricate and fun to look at, while I love the creativity of the vehicles. And props for getting some art out here before the game is out!
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March 8th, 2009 #20
impressive work,thanks for sharing.
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March 9th, 2009 #21
no critiques here. this stuff is baaaadasssss.
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March 9th, 2009 #22
Thais is fucking good caracters design. WOW
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March 9th, 2009 #23
Annnnswome work dude.
Like I said to you before, your lineart improved a lot, and your colors too.
Keep rocking baby!!!!
March 9th, 2009 #24
Insanely AMAZING man!!
March 9th, 2009 #25
Friggn' amazing work! Thanks for sharing
March 9th, 2009 #26
Oh man... those pieces left me somewhere between "whoa!"/"this is outstanding!"/"marvelous!!!". And now that stupid expression on my face may stay for good Great respect.
March 9th, 2009 #27
Really enjoy looking at the linework, especially the action concepts.
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impressive, the caracters have so much personnality and chrasima !!! well done for all your work =)
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whoa this stuff is brilliant! love the character-sheet!!!
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Kamiak captures 4A boys swim state title
Knights win third title in five years.
And they wanted to make sure it had a special ending.
The Knights finished their season -- Erickson's 30th as a coach -- in the best possible way, winning the 4A state swim and dive title at King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way.
"We knew it was possible, we didn't know for sure until (we got here)," Erickson said.
It was the third title for Kamiak in five years. The Knights also won in 2009 and 2011, before finishing third behind Stadium and Issaquah last year.
Kamiak (207 points) got a little revenge this year. The Knights took the lead with a fourth-place finish in the 200 freestyle relay, the ninth event of the meet. Shelby Lee, Eben Schumann, Liam Sosinsky and Magnus Lagerkrans finished the race in 1 minute, 30.9 seconds -- the same time that they had in the preliminary round on Friday -- which got the Knights 30 team points, enough to leapfrog Stadium.
Two events later, Sosinsky won the 100 breaststroke with an automatic All-American time of 57.08 -- the exact AAA cutoff in that event -- that padded the Knights' lead. All that was left was to not get disqualified in the final event of the day, the 400 freestyle relay, and the title would be clinched.
Not only did Kamiak not get disqualified, but it won the event -- albeit, with Stadium. The two teams finished the race with an identical time of 3:13.03, which was a school record for Kamiak.
"It felt especially great (to win a state championship) this year because it was Coach Erickson's 30th season," Sosinsky said. "The team wanted to give a gift to him and end with a bang."
The win capped the team title, putting the meet out of reach for second-place Issaquah (138 points). Stadium and Newport tied for third place with 133 points each.
Erickson said he knew from the start of the year that this team could be a state contender, but that a team still has to handle those expectations and perform throughout the year.
Just like Kamiak did.
"It's exciting. It can be nervewracking," Erickson said. "You have expectations. You just have to relax and perform and they did. And they're state champions."
Stadium held a slim lead over Kamiak through the first four events.
Kamiak finished second in 200 yard medley relay and had two swimmers in the championship final in the 200 individual medley, with seniors John Stupey and Sosinsky finishing second and fifth respectively.
The two swimmers have been the anchors for Kamiak this season.
"You know we're going to miss Liam," Erickson said. "Him and John. Both of them are all-Americans."
Stupey led for the first half of the 500 freestyle but Gig Harbor's Evan Indahl made a charge late. Stupey was out-touched at the wall by four hundreths of a second at the end and finished in fourth place with a time of 4:42.13.
Stupey said he would have liked to get an individual title in his final high school state meet, but he'll happily take the relay win and team title. He even likes the unique wrinkle in the final race.
"I didn't come away with an individual title like I wanted, but I can't be disappointed," Stupey said. "I'd rather have the team win. ? And I think it's more fun with the tie."
Kamiak also got strong performances from Schumann and Lee. Schumann finished third in the 50 freestyle (21.73) and fourth in the 100 freestyle (48.05), as well as swimming on the 200 and 400 relay teams.
Lee swam on all three relay teams including the 200 relay, which was right before his individual event, the 100 backstroke. He finished 10th in that event, and Erickson praised the sophomore's willingness to likely sacrifice a few seconds in his individual event for a meet-altering relay.
"Shelby made a big sacrifice," Erickson said. "He knew we needed him."
The Knights also needed their seniors, who happily obliged. Sosinsky was thrilled to finish his high school career with a 4A title.
"It feels great to go out winning the state championship," he said. "Obviously, it's a great end to senior year. But I just wanted to win it for Coach Erickson, for all he's done for us and so many people. We wanted him to have a great year."
It looks like the Knights succeeded. And for those wondering where does this state-championship team rank in the 30 that Erickson has coached?
"Right up there," he said.
4A Roundup
Jackson sophomore Conner McGinnis finished second in the 100 backstroke with a time of 52.34 and fifth in the 50 freestyle (22.08) to lead the Timberwolves (43 points) to 17th overall in the team standings.
Right behind the Timberwolves at No. 18 was Cascade. Led by senior Asahel "AJ" Jenkins, the Bruins ended the day with 41 points. Jenkins finished second in the 200 freestyle (1:41.35) behind Kentridge's Chase Bublitz who finished in an automatic All-American time of 1:39.51. Jenkins also finished third behind Kim in the 100 butterfly, despite an All-American consideration time of 50.10.
The top two swimmers in the race had automatic All-American times, with Jenkins and the fourth place swimmer, Brian Woodbury of Curtis, had All-American consideration times.
Lake Stevens sophomore diver Chase Reid finished fifth (321.15 points) in his second state tournament. As a freshman, Reid finished 17th, just missing the championship round. The Vikings (25 points) finished 22nd overall.
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Team scores: 1. Kamiak 207, 2. Stadium 170, 17. Jackson 43, 18. Cascade 41, 22. Lake Stevens 25, 25. Snohomish 17.
200 medley relay--2. Kamiak (Shelby Lee, Liam Sosinsky, John Stupey, Henry Limm) 1:37.29; 200 freestyle--2. AJ Jenkins (Cascade) 1:41.35;
200 individual medley--2. Stupey 1:55.24*, 5. Sosinsky 1:55.73; 50 freestyle--3. Eben Schumann (K) 21.73, 5. Conner McGinnis (Jackson) 22.08; Diving--5. Chase Reid (Lake Stevens) 321.15, 14. Joel Tonsgard (Snohomish) 269.90; 100 butterfly--3. Jenkins 50.10*; 100 freestyle--4. Schumann 48.05; 500 freestyle--4. Stupey 4:42.13; 200 freestyle relay--4. Kamiak (Lee, Schumann, Sosinsky, Magnus Lagerkrans) 1:30.90; 100 backstroke--2. McGinnis 52.34; 100 breaststroke--1. Sosinsky 57.08**; 400 freestyle relay--1. Stadium (Logan Rysemus, Josh Maclurg, Noah Willers, Andrew Lackman) 3:13.03, 1. Kamiak (Stupey, Lee, Limm, Schumann) 3:13.03.
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* General-use odor eliminator: I prefer to use a liquid, non-scented product and look for products that kill a wide range of odors. Usually these products will note they are a non-masking product which works by killing the bacteria that thrive on spilled substances.
* Urine/pet odor eliminator: Pet urine is a common challenge for interior odor elimination. I have found you must utilize a specific pet urine removal product for this treatment.
* Smoke remover: I prefer special smoke removal products when dealing with smoke-specific issues. While ozone, foggers and bombs may deal with smoke odors, I still prefer to first treat the smoke chemically before moving onto more advanced methods.
* Aerosol odor bombs: When time is an issue, or advanced tools such as foggers or ozone machines are not an option, odor bombs are a very effective alternative. Many times we use odor bombs in place of more advanced methods since these products are a fast-acting solution.
Equip yourself
There are a few basic pieces of equipment every detailer needs for proper odor removal that have not yet been fully discussed. The vacuum and the extractor play an important role within odor removal and both are commonplace in detail operations.
Your vacuum and extractor will be invaluable in removing contaminants before using vapor steam or chemicals on an area.
Extractors remove stains, spills and dirt from carpets and upholstery by shooting a stream of chemical cleaner at the base of the carpet fiber, then immediately lifting the chemical and dirt from the surface serving as a very useful tool for odor removal.
At training sessions I give at detail centers and carwashes across the country, I am amazed at how many in the car care community are confused or simply not educated on the processes, products or equipment available for proper odor removal.
For example, consider the ozone machine. These machines create 03, which is also known as activated oxygen or trivalent oxygen.
Ozone is in the air we breathe, but found in lower quantities or simply missing from interior environments. It is a powerful natural oxidizing agent with the ability to break down most organic chemicals and can get to nearly every part of the interior, including ventilation ducts and vents.
Ozone generation machines are widely known in our industry, but generally ignored.
The machines come in array of shapes and sizes, with units specially designed for the auto detailing industry as well as commercial units. Commercial units can be used on large trucks and RV's and can even be rented out to motels and hotels for additional profits.
When we ozone an interior, we ask to keep the vehicle all day or overnight. It will take three to eight hours to properly treat an interior with ozone. While shorter durations are possible, heavy odors require longer time frames.
Another tool for a detailer's equipment line-up is the fogger, which reaches into tight areas in the same way as ozone machines, except foggers use chemicals.
If using a fogger, follow-up with an interior detail since the fog often leaves a chemical residue on surfaces. This residue will give the interior a smeared, dull look if ignored.
The vapor steamer is a third tool that remains new to most detailing professionals, but it has become an irreplaceable interior cleaning and odor removal tool for good reason. These units greatly reduce labor while improving quality for both interior cleaning and proper odor removal.
Steam is a superior agent to clean and sanitize surfaces, In auto detailing operations, steamers can neutralize both interior stains and odors like few other tools in our arsenal.
The odor removal process
The first step -- before even identifying the cause of the odor -- is to communicate with the customer.
I am careful to never promise a complete and total removal of odor. A vehicle's interior is simply too small, with too many absorbing surfaces to offer a 100 percent guarantee.
Instead, inform your customers you will most likely remove 70-90 percent of the odor. In many cases, you will be successful and remove the entire odor, but guaranteeing a promise you can follow through on is a much safer bet.
The next step is identifying the cause and location of the odor. These may not be obvious, and require a discussion with the vehicle owner. Not all odors are created equal and the process, equipment, products and techniques used may be slightly different for each odor you encounter.
If the odor has been caused by milk which is still wet, start the process by dry-extracting the area, being careful not to add more liquid. If liquid reaches the area, the milk will spread to a larger area.
In the case of a dried coffee or milk spill, first vacuum the area, then steam it. After this process is complete, use the dry extractor until all contaminates are removed.
A common mistake when it comes to odor removal is over-saturating the area with water or cleaning solution. Over saturation simply increases the area causing the odor.
I prefer to remove all contaminants that might cause odor, including anything liquid or dried. I do this by thoroughly vacuuming the entire interior. Then vacuum with a dry extraction, followed by going over the affected area with a vapor steamer.
Steam allows contaminates to rise onto the steamer head, unlike a wet extraction which forces materials deeper into the nap or backing of the carpet or upholstery.
Proper odor removal commonly requires the entire interior be cleaned. If not detailed, chances are the odor could return or linger.
Before cleaning hard interior surfaces, work on the tough carpet and upholstered areas. Once all possible contaminates are removed via vacuuming, steaming and dry extraction, liberally add cleaning chemicals and allow them to dwell.
Follow this by cleaning the hard surfaces, vents and leather. After allowing the cleaning agents to dwell, start the final vapor steaming or wet extracting of the entire interior, removing all residual contaminates. Repeat these steps until the desired outcome is reached.
Once done, I like to keep the vehicle for two to four hours so I can inspect the interior after it has dried. The interior should also be exposed to natural sunlight and heat.
Keeping the vehicle for a few hours after it is complete will allow you to judge your efforts and is a great learning tool to view your work after the vehicle has had time to cure.
Renny Doyle is the founder of Attention to Details and has been in the detailing industry for over 25 years. He can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Patagonia Women's Torrentshell Jacket
The Women's Torrentshell Jacket by Patagonia is for the perpetual drip of a rain forest trek, to the flash-hang of an afternoon thunderstorm in the mountains, this lightweight waterproof/breathable shell is built for trekking and hiking in bad conditions. This Patagonia waterproof shell is guaranteed to keep you dry.
FEATURES of the Patagonia Women's Torrentshell Jacket
- 2.5-layer H2No Performance Standard nylon ripstop waterproof/breathable fabric repels moisture
- 2-way-adjustable hood with a laminated visor rolls down and stows
- Microfleece-lined neck provides comfort and protects waterproof/ breathable barrier
- Center-front zipper wit exterior and interior storm flaps
- Pit zips feature storm flaps and Deluge DWR-treated zippers
- Self-fabric hook-and-loop cuff closures
- Pockets: Two handwarmers
- One internal mesh drop-in
- Shell packs into zippered storage pocket
- Drawcord hem seals out moisture
SPECIFICATIONS of the Patagonia Women's Torrentshell Jacket
- Regular fit
- Weight: 12.8 oz / 362 g
- H2No Performance Standard shell: 2.5-layer, 2.6 oz 50-denier 100% nylon ripstop with a waterproof/breathable barrier and a Deluge DWR (durable water repellent) finish
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I was originally going to wait for my hiking trip to get this bad boy then decided why wait?! I took it to Jamaica where it was pouring upon arrival and i was so happy to have this. I stayed dry and looked cute the entire first day. The jacket fits really well, doesnt make you feel like you're in a garbage bag. Can't go wrong with this buy!
Bought this as a replacement to another similar-type jacket that was stolen. This seems to be much better constructed and hopefully lasts longer (got to keep an eye on it!) While not as breathable as a technical shell or perhaps as water resistant, it more than serves the job as a go-to jacket when it is raining or might rain. Packs down extremely small and is light weight.Small was a good fit on my 5'6'' 120# frame.
Love this jacket. Seriously one of the best purchases I made this year. I took this on a trip to Florida where it literally rained every single day. Although it rained, I never got wet thanks to this bad boy of a jacket (or maybe it's a girl...I'm not quite sure). I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a jacket that keeps them dry.
I really wanted something that would be great for Boston "springtime" (rain + construction) but also double as a good outer shell for layering during the winter. The Torrentshell has fit the bill really well. I am 5'6" and usually run between a small and a medium in most Patagonia apparel. I ordered both the small and the medium and the medium was much too big. Even with the quilted down jacket underneath it, the small was still the way to go, though it felt a teeny bit tight in the armpit range of motion, which has since not been an issue for me (I avoid serving in tennis). In the winter I have worn it skiing, snowshoeing, shoveling out the car, and general traipsing around in the snow. The hood is large (good for fitting a winter hat under) and can be cinched at the back of the head so that it doesn't blow off in a storm. In the spring, I have been completely soaked everywhere else but have taken the Torrentshell off and have still been dry underneath. Great basic shell.
I bought this to run in on rainy days. It is great at releasing heat thanks to the zippers under the arms and it does a great a keeping you dry. It is wind proof and generous enough in size to put a warm shell underneath. My only complaint is the that when the hood is up, it is rather loud in my ears. Most rain jackets are so it is only a huge issue if are sensitive noise light this directly by your ear. Otherwise good purchase, especially if you catch it on sale!
This jacket is perfect for keeping you super dry. The hood gives lotsa coverage. There are plenty of pockets, inside and out, to keep your belongings dry. Not warm or anything though, which is what I expected, but just in case ya'll can't tell, this is not a warmth coat. Keeps you dry though! Love it!
I live in South GA, one of the most humid places in the US. That said it rains a ton here, and when it does, my wife and I both sport our Pat rain jackets. We've had ours for a few years now and their still keepin the water out!
This was the only jacket I chose to pack during my 6 month adventure in Taiwan. The weather was extremely unpredictable sunny morning skies and heavy rain and winds by noon time. Whatever the case I was always prepared!! This jacket is very light and durable. The zippers located on the under-arms of the jacket were great for those hot/humid hikes through the national parks. I would recommend this jacket to anyone!!
Purchased this for my girlfriend for those rainy days. Good rain jacket, keeps her very dry on those rainy backpacking trips. Not as good as my Arc'Teryx Alpha SL but it was 1/3 the price. If your not looking to break the bank on a rain jacket, do not hesitate, buy this jacket. Also blocks wind pretty well


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Kennedy Recognized as Conference Player of the Week in Women's Lacrosse
March 9, 2010
HIGH POINT, N.C. – Pfeiffer University's Jessica Kennedy (4-1 overall, 2-0 conf.) has been selected as the NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas women's lacrosse Player of the Week during week number three in the 2010 season. Kennedy helped the Lady Falcons to a 1-1 week that included a second-straight league win to stand atop the Conference Carolinas standings.
Kennedy, a junior midfielder, began the week with a seven-goal, one assist performance against league foe Belmont Abbey. Kennedy had five draw controls, to go along with her groundball and nine shots on goal. On Saturday, in a late loss to No. 6 West Chester, Kennedy tallied three more goals with four additional draw controls, a groundball and a caused turnover. Kennedy also added four shots on goal.
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- Features
- Humidify your space wherever you go: home, office, or on-the-go
- Ultrasonic technology allows for virtually silent operation and micro-fine mist
- Plugs into wall outlets or your computer USB (AC and USB adaptors included)
- Provides up to 4 hours run time
- One touch operation
- Easy to remove and fill 200 ml (7/8 cup) water reservoir
- 1 speed/mist intensity
- Customer Reviews
April 8, 2015
I love mine. Have had it for about a year now. Unfortunately, trying to find the proper replacement filters have been a problem. Why are there not any listed on this site?
- -Seania
April 3, 2015
I have had this for about 1 week now. I purchased it from Bed Bath and Beyond and it has worked beautifully in my office at work. I found that when the air is still in my office (meaning I do not have a fan on) the water lasts about 4-5 hours. However when the air is moving it lasts about 2-2.5 hours.
This definitely increases the humidity in my office which is 10'x12'. Usually the humidity is between 17-20 in my office and with this running I can get it up to 30-36. I recently quit smoking and this has helped keep my sinuses from drying out through the day.
I would give this 5 stars but the design on this needs a bit more planning. I had this turned on and somone came in my office and it got knoked over. This caused water to enter the top of the device and it shorted out the power supply.
I would think if you are creating a device that holds water you would find a better way to sheild the power supply from getting shorted out by one mishap. I also noticed that the water that drains off the ultrasonic vibrator only has one hole to drain back into the device under the top which does not work all to well. There should be additional holes for draining Back into the device. I did find that water ended up in the top of the device from this drain previously when I filled it up a couple times.
Please be very careful with this device if you purchase it. I would recommend this to people looking to help with the humidity in a small room.
- -Mike K
February 24, 2015
For all that had it work for the first few weeks and then stop working: take out the wick and soak it for five minutes. It won't work if the wick is dry. This happened to me, and soaking the wick got it going again.
- -Figured it Out
February 16, 2015
I had two of these and for the first few weeks they both worked great. Then, almost simultaneously they both stopped working. I changed the wicks, and still nothing. I went from loving the product to being very dissappointed.
- -Mandy
January 26, 2015
I love this "mini humidifier" !
It is very effective and produces a great deal of moisture.
One fill lasts up to 7-8 hours for us, so I don't understand why some reported lasting only 21/2 to 4 hours.
I wish I could find one like this that worked on battery power.
- -Sinus
January 23, 2015
I was very happy when I received this humidifier from a friend who said it was too small. I instantly put water in the tank, and it blew out a little bit of steam. However, I left it running overnight and the next day, it wouldn't work. Turns out it doesn't have a automatic sensor and it ran dry, then died. It says clearly in the manual that this humidifier does NOT have a automatic shut off. If you don't mind shutting it off before bed, or using it somewhere where it will be monitored, OK for that purpose, but other than that, look for one with a sensor.
- -Bob.
January 20, 2015
I spend a lot of time in and out of my car for work as a territory sales director, and I needed to find something to help with the air in the car during dry, Midwest winters. This product is great, and as long as I keep a bottle of water to refill it, all is well.
- -Katie
January 19, 2015
Well I noticed this in my sons room (hes26)ive been awful sick , going on 3 weeks now!,well I borrowed this and it sits on my night stand , oh my god this is awesome !!!!works great and is really helping my awful cold !,iam truely In love with this product, wow I do live in northern maine and am sick alot , and this certainly a problem when winter hits ,, this little cutie saved my day!!!!!!!!!!!
- -sunshell /Dexter Maine
January 12, 2015
I would love to try this product if I can only get it out of the packaging!! Argh!!
- -Tammy
January 11, 2015
It worked only for a week but not sure where to placed it? Mist got everything wet. So I had to make sure it wasn't to close to any surface. Also when I try to switch to an either soak in 5mn filter or a brand new dry filter it did not work at all. So up getting:( to waist $20 bucks on this :(..... and this better not be followed by a good fake review....
- -foxy1luv
January 8, 2015
Love this machine. Has anyone puts VICKS around the outer portion of the spray area?
July 13, 2014
while the object of this device is a great idea, the one I got leaks. I did not bring it back in time to where I purchased it, so I couldn't swap it out or return it.
- -Linda
February 13, 2014
I love this little machine. So great for work and travel during the summertime. Just the right amount of steam needed for a personal Humidifier.
February 6, 2014
I absolutely LOVE this little gem. I am an over the road truck driver, and spend a GREAT deal of time in my truck, naturally with it being winter, the heater is always on. The air in my truck is extremely dry and I wake up with a sore throat, nose and eyes. I bought this as a "why not, got nothing to lose" and have been more than thrilled. it will usually last me about 5-8 hours at a time, and I keep a bottle of bottled water with me at all times to keep it full. My comfort level has increased dramatically. I plan to buy several units because like most things, when you find something you like it gets discontinued. Thank you for such a wonderful small humidifier.
- -momma trucker
January 9, 2014
Works great but too small only last 2 1/2 hours, until it is out of water so not great for overnight
- -Em
December 4, 2013
I LOVED this little unit to use at work. All my coworkers were jealous and it got passed around for about two weeks. Then I was taking the top off to fill it and it slipped out of my hand and landed on the desk. Perhaps a 6 inch drop and now it stopped working!! Perhaps if they were going to make it so delicate they could have added some grips on the smooth round plastic top! Had it not broken so easily and quickly I would have given it 5 stars because it really puts out a lot of moisture and is so quiet and takes up so little room. So buy it but be VERY careful with it!!!
- -Disappointed
November 30, 2013
Love it absolutely! I could not stop coughing and stayed up all night because of that. Plugged in this baby, and kid you not, it really helped! My incessant coughing is much less frequent now. Its plugged on to my computer currently, and I cant help but be thankful it exists!
- -Tia
November 26, 2013
Just picked this up during my lunch hour at work and plugged it into my computer when I got back. I'm amazed at how well it works and it's ultra portable so I can take it to and from the office and keep it by my bedside at night!
- -TrinityBat
November 25, 2013
I loved it for the 2 weeks it worked. I cleaned the membrane and replaced the filter but it no longer produces mist. The light still comes on and the unit still warms up slightly but that is all. If it still worked, I'd give it 5 stars, as it was wonderful to have at my desk at work.
- -katz
October 31, 2013
Just purchased it recently for my office. The amout of mist that is coming out is huge and it does what it is supposed. It rans a lot longer the 4hr. I agree with other reviewers that it would've been great if it had auto shut off but i still feel it should get 5 star rating
- -Love this product!
March 11, 2013
My daughter bought this for me for Christmas. At first, I wans't sure I'd like it, but when I finally filled it and used it......it was much more than I expoected. Now I keep it by my recliner and use it daily.
- -Mushroom611
March 11, 2013
Amazed at the amount of moisture coming out of this little device. Can't beat it for $9. Works great at my desk.
For those worried about it running dry unattended and "burning up", just monitor it's average run time for a few days, then put it on a timer for a little less time then it's average run.
- -Jeff
February 14, 2013
The size of the unit works great for my office space. The description says the unit runs up to 4 hours, which I do achieve at home, but at the office, I usually get around 2 hours at a time. Perhaps the run time depends on how dry the air is. Definitely recommend this great little find!
- -Love this item!!!
February 4, 2013
I bought this because I'm congested this time of year all of the time. I carry it to work in my purse. I plug it into my keyboard and now I can breath at work! Love it.
- -Denise
January 29, 2013
Bought this at bed bath and beyond purely on it's "cuteness". It was suppose to be for my husband but I love this little guy so much that I swiped it for myself. I've use it over 8 hours at a time. It's definitely worth the $20, I would probably pay more for it too.
- -MightyMimi
January 29, 2013
I bought this for my son who just had sinus surgery and it works great---much better than the regular size humifier I had him use first.It is a perfect size not big and bulky and easy to fill.........Great product and I give it a 5 star............
- -Mom
January 14, 2013
I absolutely love this little cutie! It is so portable, can even plug into your computer! It helped me breathe through my last nasty cold! Silent, & totally worth the price.
- -JoAnn
January 7, 2013
very happy with this product - I use it in my office
- -jane
November 21, 2012
I wish it lasted longer. Through the night at least, to humidify a very dry and small dorm room at least. But very happy with the silence and humidity it releases. Very powerful little thing LOVE that it is portable and plugs into a computer conveniently.
- -yoly
April 22, 2012
i'm surprised. very good product.
- -Pedro
February 22, 2012
I use it on my feet also on my back while laniyg on the couch and between my knees .I have bought two more for a total of three so I can get all three pains at once. best thing on the market you cant find anything like it in stores only at AMAZON . COM thank you
- -Iphoel
January 15, 2012
Pro: Fantastic Product! It does lasts longer than 4 hours on one full resovior. Perfectly portable, you can even fit in in your purse if you need to. It's a little bit bigger than an apple.
Con: Like someone else reviewed, though it does not have an automatic shut off when the water is gone and if you are sleeping or sick, you may burn it up. It also doesn't specify if you can add any type of scent to the water (like Vicks) in fear it may destroy the filer. I don't want to try and risk breaking it.
Overall, great product.
- -Kim
January 4, 2012
This product works great! It last longer than the 4 hours it states on the product. It last me from 8PM to 6 to 8 AM. Very important to change filters and clean every two weeks. Need to order extra filters as soon as you get product. Since this is a new product. you can not buy filters on line. You must call 1-800-466-3342 to order. I highly recomment this product and think it was worth the extra trouble to order the filters. To check to see if the filters are now listed on line; put hum in the search and hit go.
- -Elaine
January 3, 2012
this humdifier works well and am proud of my purchase but the ONLY reson i did 4 stars is if homedics could sale the wicks but there is nothing wrong it is quiet,works well, cute
- -best items man
January 2, 2012
This is a nice product. I use it all the time.
- -Leisa Munro
December 30, 2011
cute unit - reminds me of an apple, just slightly bigger than one. Having the option of plugging into a usb port is a nice touch.
only one real con: there is no autoshutoff when the water runs out and the manual has a warning about not running it without water. I keep this at my desk and sometimes I am away and it gets 4 - 5 hours from a water fill up. what if I leave work and forget to shut it off - yikes! also, I would like to use this on my night stand, but I have to shut it off before I go to sleep otherwise it might run out of water.
- -Greg
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To return an item you ordered from HoMedics.com, fill out the Returns Form on the packing slip that came with your order and send it back with the merchandise to ensure proper credit and faster processing. HoMedics cannot be responsible for lost returns. We recommend using an insured and prepaid method for your return, such as UPS ground or insured USPS for proof of delivery.
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The Last Oracle LP: A Sigma Force Novel
The Last Oracle LP: A Sigma Force Novel (Paperback)
What if you could bio-engineer the next great world prophet: scientifically produce the next Buddha, the next Mohammed, or even the next Jesus? Would it mark the Second Coming or initiate a chain reaction with disastrous consequences?
A master at combining historical and religious intrigue with edge-of-your-seat adventure, New York Times bestselling author James Rollins brings back SIGMA Force to battle a group of rogue scientists who've unleashed a bio-engineering project that could bring about the extinction of mankind.
From ancient Greek temples to glittering mausoleums, from the slums of India to the radioactive ruins of Russia, two of SIGMA's finest must race against time to solve a mystery that dates back to the first famous oracle of history—the Greek Oracle of Delphi.
About the Author
James Rollins is the New York Times bestseller of thrillers translated into forty languages. His Sigma series has been lauded as one of the "top crowd pleasers" (New York Times) and one of the "hottest summer reads" (People Magazine). Acclaimed for his originality, Rollins unveils unseen worlds, scientific breakthroughs, and historical secrets—and he does it all at breakneck speed.
Rebecca Cantrell's Hannah Vogel mystery novels have won the Bruce Alexander and Macavity awards and been nominated for the Barry and Romantic Times Reviewers Choice awards; her critically-acclaimed novel, iDrakula, was nominated for the APPY award and listed on Booklist's Top 10 Horror Fiction for Youth. She and her husband and son just left Hawaii's sunny shores for adventures in Berlin.
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When Republicans head to the polls on Super Tuesday, they'll carry with them views on creationism and global warming that set them apart from Democrats – views shared in degrees by the four GOP presidential hopefuls.
But few voters from either party honestly understand the science.
"People come to their political beliefs through emotions, but they think they come them through facts," says Peter Ditto, who specializes in social psychology at UC Irvine. Ditto has a Ph.D. from Princeton but says that even he can't process the scientific information about global warming to make his own determination.
"It is not necessarily the case that education or knowledge makes you more objective," he said. "Liberals are biased in their direction and conservatives are biased in their direction. People find holes and problems in arguments where they look for them – and they look harder when the science offends or just upends their established beliefs."
In other words, the "facts" used by voters are often subjective, depending on one's political, philosophical and religious beliefs. The trend is growing, fueled in part by spurious information on the internet, and is a major reason for partisan gridlock in Sacramento and Washington.
Thirty percent of Republicans say manmade global warming is occurring, while 64 percent of Democrats say that's the case, according to Pew Research Center. Pure creationism – which says man was created by God in his current form – is subscribed to by 52 percent of Republicans and 34 percent of Democrats, according to Gallup. Pew found the difference on creationism to be a closer – but still substantial – 39 percent to 30 percent.
See graphic detailing these and other poll results.
And it's not just evolution and global warming that are too complex for most voters to thoroughly assess based on data. The comparative efficiency of health-care policies, the effect of a large deficit, the best way to reduce the debt and how to stimulate the economy are other key areas where factual understanding doesn't determine a voter's position so much as their preexisting ideology and whose word they're inclined to trust.
See data showing U.S. taxes are at a historic low.
The Republican presidential candidates sometimes appear to have clear views on these issues – and sometimes seem to be adjusting their positions to appeal to potential constituents.
On the issue of manmade global warming, Rick Santorum calls it "absurd" – a matter of "not climate science but political science ." Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul have made statements within the last four years indicating a belief that man contributes to global warming – but all have subsequently reversed that position.
"I think 100 percent of the explanation is that they need to align themselves with the views of Republican voters – especially those who turn out in the primaries and caucuses," said political scientist Raphael Sonenshein, executive director at CSU Los Angeles' Brown Institute of Public Affairs. "I can guarantee that whoever gets the nomination will soften their view for the general election."
Romney and Gingrich say they believe in a hybrid of evolution and creationism – that God has guided evolution. Santorum and Paul believe in creationism, rejecting evolution entirely. President Barack Obama believes in evolution and that man contributes significantly to global warming.
The hand of God
College graduates are more likely to believe in pure evolution than those who never went to college, 45 percent to 26 percent. They're also more likely to believe in manmade global warming, 58 percent to 45 percent, according to Pew. See the study.
But you can virtually throw that polling out the window as an explanation for the difference between Republicans and Democrats on those issues. The two have nearly the same level of education – 44 percent of Republicans and 48 percent of Democrats are college grads, according to Pew – but embrace broadly different views on global warming and evolution.
"Man was created in his current form by God," said Orange County GOP Chairman Scott Baugh, who holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a law degree. "I think it's implausible – if not impossible – that man could have originated from simple cells and evolved into this wonderful and complex system of organs, glands, chemicals, hormones and mind."
Baugh is unwavering in the face of excavated skeletons that scientists say prove man has evolved.
"The notion that we came from simple cells from the ocean cannot be proved by scientists," he said. "They must take their own enormous leap of faith to get there. Just as I cannot prove creationism, the scientists cannot prove evolution."