1 Year Update on 10 Products! (Update 37)
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- Here are recaps and updates on my 361st through 370th product reviews from July-August 2021. Below are links to the original reviews.
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361. Ember Mug: • Ember Mug Review: A $1...
362. Folding Gadgets: • Folding Frenzy: Testin...
363. Ice Ball Maker: • Testing a Weird Ice Ba...
364. Car Gadgets: • Testing Five Car Gadge...
365. Emergency Bulb: • Testing an Emergency L...
366. Cirkul: • Cirkul Review: Testing...
367. Surge Protectors: • Weird Surge Protectors...
368. Kitchen Gadgets Under $15: • 5 Kitchen Gadgets unde...
369. Kitchen Cube: • Kitchen Cube Review: N...
370. Foreman vs Shaq: • Foreman vs Shaq Indoor...
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0:00 Introduction
0:29 Ember Mug
2:17 Folding Gadgets
5:16 Ice Ball Maker
6:42 Car Gadgets
10:06 Emergency Bulb
11:44 Cirkul
13:16 Surge Protectors
15:09 Kitchen Gadgets Under $15
18:08 Kitchen Cube
19:56 Foreman vs Shaq Grills
22:04 Conclusion
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I absolutely love this channel. Not many people go back and do updates like these. Even for things I'm never gonna buy, I just love watching you. Great work!
I don’t know anybody else on TH-cam who does. The updates are what I come back time and time again for.
These update videos are even more useful than the original review.
Honestly, his reviews saved me money, but his updates saved me a ton of money.
honestly a comfort youtuber
@@sweetiee7421 Right??
That kitchen cube was one of the dumbest products yet.
Interesting concept, not so great execution. Seems like a solution in search of a problem.
I bought my boyfriend and I Ember mugs for Christmas. I got them when they were on sale for $100 each at Best Buy (usually $150) We are chronically slow coffee drinkers so this is AMAZING! The app is sometimes hot garbage, but the mug is basically perfect.
@@englishatheart I fully support the concept of treating myself. I work hard for my money so I’ll buy myself gifts from time to time 😏
@@Zeldybear I think they were just correcting the grammar in your sentence
The android app is just horrid. it removes functionality of your mug. Just sad. It's not perfect on iso but it at least better
Honestly I never use the app and just set it to 130F and forget it. The mug always remembers the temp so the app is mostly unnecessary past the initial setup. I've had mine for 2 years adn its the most expensive dumbest best thing I've ever bought
For your Kitchen Gadgets under $15 - I use the hell out of that clip on strainer. I have had only minimal issues (like pasta that likes to stick through the holes or getting steam in my face because I like to watch it pour)... but I find it works really well. Some pots/bowls it has a hard time clipping onto because they have a lip on them, but other than that it works well. They even work on glass bowls! So heating up canned veggies and then training them is super easy.
Bonus fact - I bought it based on your suggestion of how it worked. I have 4 of them and I rotate them out so no one gets over used.
We use our clip-on strainer a lot too. I also got the pickle fork. Every time we empty a jar, it goes straight onto the new one.
"clip on strainer"
Why not just use the lid? Are pots different in the states than here in Sweden? Using the lid works perfectly here.
@@Varangian_af_Scaniae For when your pot is so heavy that you need both hands. The lid only works if you have one hand free to do other stuff.
Yep, I bought one as well and use it all the time. It's a very good gadget.
@@Strawation Huh? I use both hands with every pot... doesn't matter how heavy. It's even necessary. Grab the handles with both hands and use the thumbs to press down and adjust the lid. Of course you might use a small towel or piece of cloth or mittens if the lid is of a kind of getting too hot to touch.
James: if I may, never stop reviewing ice makers. I always want to keep hearing about how the $1 solution is better. I’m not being sarcastic, I seriously find it hilarious
Same here, dollar ice tray still undefeated!
Unless you want to prevent the freezer smell to turn into taste in the ice cubes
It depends on it. In the summer 1 dollarstore tray for sure. But then i would love to have some ice cubes but 1 or 2 cubes a week is fine. And I don't want to leave the cubes uncovered in the freezer for a month or longer.
I used to have a 1$ tray which was nice. But I've got one with silicone at the bottom to pop the cubes out way easier. Been using it for years now and quite frankly, amazing investment. Only cost like 10 bucks for 3 of them, so barely more expensive anyways
@@plantdaddy999 and that is why so many fridges have the ice and water in the door.
I’ve been using the Cirkul for almost 2 years now. I absolutely love it and it’s really good for my ADHD. I remember to drink water rather than reach for soda or coffee milk.
Got a Cirkul bottle for myself and my daughter. She turns it all the way to 9. Great product
The benefit of the ice ball maker is probably just shelf space in the freezer, if you set it in there upright.
I use the car tissue holder on the passenger side visor. LOVE it! I also use the car garbage container on the passenger side seat. And I have it facing forward so it’s easy for me to use. Another one I LOVE!
I got the tissue/trash attached on the passenger side in back. I did put a small box in the ‘garbage’ part to have square tissue fit in and I reach behind my head to pull a tissue out.
Love the phonograph air freshener, but it’s because it’s cool looking rather than the freshening which was minimal.
Always appreciate these look back videos
I have the original pillow pad, and I use it all the time. I was unaware of the foldable option. I checked it out on Amazon and felt it was a little pricey at $17. I added it to my favorites list, if decide later to buy it. Thank you, James, for your product reviews over the last year!!! A couple of years ago, you reviewed my all-time favorite product, the Pizza Scissors!!! I have used that many times, and it's so much better than using a traditional pizza cutter!!! 🍕
I love my folding pillow pad! Bought it thanks to you, using it right now! I can watch my iPad while it’s sitting on my lap now!
11:20 there was a windstorm that hit me over the summer where I live. Most of my county was without power. It became dark. A light bulb like that would have been usually because you couldn’t see anything for miles. That is the one case where I am imagine myself using it LOL
Since you can close the circuit by holding it in your hand, you could use it to amaze children or maybe even work up your "Uncle Fester" impersonation! 🤣
Thank you for filling your house with weird junk and a few hits so I don’t have to.
Man, even though it felt like this year went so fast, some of these feel like you reviewed them years ago, rather than just this year
Well, it’s more like over a year for most of em, but I agree, some felt like yesterday or from 2018
These updates are just as fun to watch as the reviews! ❤
Hope you had a good Christmas!
I have a bowl hugger like thing my Nana made and I absolutely love it for making ramen. They're simple items but once you use them you ask yourself "why haven't I had one of these before?"
Same! My husband and I got two handmade ones as wedding gifts, and honestly we use them just about every day.
Of your Under $15 kitchen gadgets, I got both the clip-on strainer and the pickle fork. The fork gets transferred to the new jar of pickles as soon as it’s opened and the strainer gets used at least once a week. I do need to look at getting those bowl huggers soon.
I don’t remember seeing a review for the folding pillow pad but that looks amazing and now I want it
Thanks for the update, I really enjoy your reviews. I think it's good to get reviews from different people and you seem to align better with my own mindset.
Been watching ever since TH-cam recommended one of your random videos years ago
I gotta go back and watching the emergency bulb video. I might actually buy that as I deal with power outages that are usually due to bad weather and those seem like they'd be very convenient for my situation. Just seeing that short clip in this video makes me feel good about potentially buying it.
You are like the energizer bunny, you keep on going.... you rock 🪨 🎸 💪 😎
Thank you James, Happy New Year to you and your family 🎉❤
Thank you for all your hard work ❤️ I really appreciate..
Have had the same Ember mug for over 2 years, leaving it at home when I am stuck working from there. Now I purchased the 14oz mug for the office desk. Glad to see you are still using your mug.
Always appreciate the updates you do.
The visor so-called tissue holder used to be made by a company called Tempo and they have their own special things to put in it I do not put mine on the driver's side I have it on the passenger visor and since Tempo is no longer doing business in the US I can order tempos tissues on Amazon but I found something that's just as easy all those napkins that go unused from the drive-thru fit in there just perfect the little fold up is right there so it's easy to just slide your finger grab that little thing pull it out easy peasy. I had compliments some people liking it and so I went and bought a generic brand but doesn't say Tempo on it and I bought like a package of 10 of them for like $14.50 several years ago and gave them two people as little gifts for just being them. What really got them was I went and got take out napkins from each person's favorite place and put it in there. And for out of the blue gifts it was a fun thing for me to do and they enjoyed it cuz they realized I pay attention to the little itty bitty details such as their favorite restaurant or coffee shop or Baskin Robbins. You could have kept the little ice ball thing and filled it with some broth for your four legged one we seen at the beginning in the background of the video. Out there in that hot Vegas Sun that would come in pretty cool. When it comes to the clip-on strainer my cousins step kid is hilarious instead of getting a bigger strainer he puts the regular clip on one on the pot then he takes a second clip on one and make sure it angles down into the first one and that way he doesn't have to overwork too much I guess is what the reasoning is I don't know but it does work.
Well hi James!!! Glad to see you still doing the revues!!! So helpful and fun!!! Stay safe and healthy and Cool!!!
I def wouldn't buy those folding Raybans for $160 but if I would use the heck out of them if I already had them. I am surprised you don't
I think the ice cube balls would be cool to use for mixed drinks for having guests over, just as a fun taboo thing. Other than that I don't see a actual day to day use for it.
I can see it being a little taboo to invite friends and family over to gargle your ice balls
I had something similar to the dash pad, and yes, it picks up a lot of dust, but you can wash it with plain water, or water with a bit of dishwashing soap, and it's just like new. I bought a pack of six a few years ago, and I haven't needed to break out a second one, because the first one is still going strong. Again, I'm not sure if Dashpad is made of the same material.
Oh, I like these updates ♥️
This may sound odd, as I've never purchased anything you've reviewed, and most likely won't. However, I always love seeing when you post a new video! One of my favourite TH-camrs by far 😁👍
Yeah ,kinda relaxing and amusing.
I think the vast majority of the products he reviews look like complete dogshit that was only invented to take advantage of people who have been indoctrinated by society to consume any gadget that promises to solve the smallest possible inconvenience (at the expense of every dollar in your pocket and every square foot of storage space in your home.)
But the videos are fun to watch anyway.
Walmart and Sam's Club got the Shaq grill! I'm definitely going to look into it for a birthday present for my brother. TY!
I love your channel! Your reviews are very detailed & informative
Great video! Thanks for updating - most useful part of a review imho.
Love the channel ...please keep up the good work 😊
Your shaq vs foreman reminded me, how I watched your review of the Ninja Foodi Grill and finally bought one in July 2022. I use it at least three times a week, sometimes multiple times in the same day, and it is easily one of the best purchases I have ever made.
Without your review, I most likely would not have finally jumped onto the air fryer bandwagon, let alone an air fryer grill combo!
I love using the Cikual! It's my favorite way of drinking water
That measurement block looks so useless! Thanks for all of your reviews!
Great channel and thank you from this consumer!😊
The way you do the videos is very nice and easy to watch.
I use the pillow pad daily.. I love it..
Appreciate these updates
Hi James good to watch your reviews and always interesting content dude
I purchased a bed, sheets, pillows, and pans all based on your reviews! Love all of the videos.
After seeing your first review of the Ember Mug, which I only came across a couple months ago, I just had to get one for myself. And I love it! I just got mine about a month ago, but ever since getting it, it's been the only one I have used since. See, I'm an avid gamer and I like my coffee while gaming. Most of the time I'm so into the game, I forget my coffee and when I do remember it it has gotten cold and I have to reheat it and that is a daily occurence. Never again with my Ember Mug. It may have been a little pricey, but to me it was worth every penny! And the one cool feature I love about it is with the app, it lets you know exactly when it is empty. I mean even if there is still just a drop left it stays on and when it is empty, the word "Empty" comes up on the screen in the app and shuts itself off.
I'm actually using the bamboo towels after a year. They've held up fine - no bleach in the washer and permanent press heat in the dryer.
The only review channel youll ever need
Your channel brings me joy
I always enjoy James' reviews and I consider his reviews to be the most objective and reliable. Sometimes I don't see the same value in a particular item that he does but I am able to decide if it is a good fit for me based on his unbiased review.
Those tissues for the car visor are actually an old thing. About 20 years ago I had those in my van for the kids. They were more of a cross between a paper towel and a tissue. Put it on the passenger side and I loved it. Perfect for moms with young kids. Then suddenly they were gone. I have to check it out. Because that looks exactly like the ones I used to have.
I have the Cirkul, but totally forgot about it. Thanks, James, for reminding me! You mentioned finding it in stores... Which ones? 🤔
Walmart has it.
Does anyone ever skip his regular reviews and only watch these?
Man, I loved the George Foreman grill as a kid. It was safe enough for my parents to allow me to use it. Loved that thing.
Fun hot coffee hack, sentsy warmers. I picked one up for $1.99 at a thrift store. Keeps my coffee the perfect temprature all day. I have run out the door for a work emergency, and got back 6 hours later, with my coffee still perfectly hot. Not too hot, but definitly hot. I can always find the warmers at good will, and it looks super cute on my desk. Bought one for my barista bf too, he loves it!
We need a playlist of just your updates so I can easily binge them in order! lol
Happy New Year to you and your family 💗
I remember when you had 500K subscribers.
I watch your videos asap even though it's hard from iran.great job james
The rechargeable light bulbs are a lifesaver, In South Africa we have load shedding for on average 6 hours out of every 24 we have no power .
So much safer than candles and don't have to remember to charge them.
I have a very similar emergency bulb, actually 4 of them. They work the exact same way that yours do, but mine have built in solar panels as well. So if the power goes out for a long time, I can set my bulbs in the sunlight and recharge them. I LOVE them❤️ I actually plan on getting 4 more.
That was fun and usefull! Its pretty good to know how stuff can pass the trial of time.
Im thinking the kitchen cube might be one of those thong made for people with mobility problems but not advertised as such. But i dont know how usefull it would be for those tbh..
I think an indoor grill would be awesome in my apartment because grilling seems a lot less work to me than other ways of cooking except for pressure and air frying.
I can’t help but think we’re do you store all these products? Love the channel
honestly, I could see the measuring cube being super useful for me personally, because I and my family can never keep track of any of our measuring cups for more than a month
I have been using the Cirkul water bottle for almost 6 years. I love it for at work, home, or camping. Great product. I love the lemon water.
The first one is really great for people who is easily distracted and forgets about their hot drinks until an hour later and then has to make a new cup and the cycle continues..
Just run the dash pad under water and it’ll clean right up. It’s actually kinda satisfying to see the duet and stuff slide off.
Happy New Year James. 🥳🥳
37 years of updates and you still look as young as when you started.
I have the quirky brand power bar thing. I bought it about 4 to 5 years ago, I use it everyday for my tv and Xbox. I brought it to travel as well. Still works great . Would recommend, never had any issues at all
I kinda like the Ember, but it's disposable. You can't replace the battery without destroying part of the outer casing. Got mine for free, and it's going to be going to the scrapper in 2 years when the battery dies.
I have a strainer that works like the one on here - except it's hard, not soft! This means it works well! Much quicker than putting food in a separate strainer!
There is a hack for the Cirkul. You can take apart the cartridge and fill it with water enhancers. A bottle of the water enhancer is cheaper than the cartridge and it fills it up three or more times.
I'm still using my flipit and bamboo towels
I’ve looked at the Cirkul. I drink a lot of water and use the flavor mix ins. I didn’t realize I could use the lid on my large water bottle. Now I’m thinking of buying one and doing that
I just recently started seeing ads for the cirkle water bottle ( spelling ) . Like within the last few months. Had never seen an ad for it before anywhere
Pro tip from a chef;
Knives - CUT.
Spoons - SPREAD(scoop).
Forks - FORK.
Bottle Opener - OPENS (screwdriver in a pinch).
😊
Also both of the ice makers were far better for mobile/transporting ice on the go, I feel like a load of these gadgets are good for camping and picnic adventures. Just an observation. 🤙
80 use bamboo 🎍 towels are epic, haven't tested em but just from again a kitchen perspective, these would be amazing for simple uses that currently many places use a jay-cloth (most if not all use synthetic material) for, definitely going to be cheaper I'm guessing and much more eco friendly! Occasionally I have worked in places where Jay-cloyhs are disposable and also some that wash them so the raggedy nature of the washed towel would simply mean it looks less fancy but may not actually affect its utility, much more important for the most part I'd say!
I would highly recommend doing your testing from a few perspectives if possible/applicable, you might find some really interesting results in areas that may have previously flown under the radar. Also when cleaning up really gross stuff even a straight up towel might need to be thrown away so I don't know if that's a very fair metric, I would guess that as part of a balanced arsenal of cleaning/kitchen items these would likely perform admirably 😊👍💯
I still use the Varsk for inflating my tires. For that it does a pretty good job, but for vacuuming it's not that great. I'll probably switch to a smaller, dedicated air compressor and an emergency flashlight to keep in my car and use something more robust at home for vacuuming, as soon as I can afford to buy those three things.
This past Xmas the theme was "as seen on tv" I couldn't go shopping so my son picked up my gift. Kicking myself now since I didn't send him your reviews
AHHH THE MOUNTAIN DEW SHIRT, POSSIBLY MY FAVORITE SHIRT JAMES OWNS 😅 SUCH A CLASSIC
AHH, do you drink that shirt?
@@EmeraldHill-vo1cs Yes ma’am
The Ray-Ban sunglasses look so good on you ❤😎❤
11:11 whenever there is an emergency battery back up mode it’s some held a lot dimmer than the standard AC power
I have 3 of those bulbs good when lights go out.
I have one of those sniveling surge protectors but mines a little different cause it has two usb slots which can be use to charge things like cellphones or other devices that use a usb charge
I have those flipits.... I use it on my conditioner... I've had it for a LONG time and it works great... the only thing I'll say about it is that I fear it dropping in the shower and piercing my foot.
But I haven't found a better alternative to the issue of being able to set my bottle on end... I don't want to move the liquid to a different bottle as the conditioner I use is EXTREMELY thick and it would be near impossible to move it all to another bottle... I just need to keep the bottle standing up .... but yeah there is that danger of those 3 prongs and I have fears of stabbing my foot with it if I were to drop the conditioner ... but other than that I love the item and have used it for several years now.
Wonder if still use the table top dish washer how’s it holding up?
Ah yes, the cube cracks eggs😂 didn’t expect a cube with a lot of edges on it could crack an egg,
What a selling point 😂
Happy New Year!
Thanks for holding up that black hole mug, didn't see anything lol
I love all your videos. I had to comment on your car freshener instruction. You sir are dating yourself. Put it on the record player...lol. I'm old. I get it but....the young uns may not. Keep up the great work. I look forward to watching new vids. I get all excited every time I get a notification. 👍
*I'm actually impressed with the nooit bowl holder recently got a pair for home and they work fantastic the days of burns are over.*
I bought the emergency light bulb from my hardware store for a friend who uses it in her closet.
We actually have that car tissue holder for masks and it seems to do the job pretty well.
The fact you made this video 22 minutes and 22 seconds long 😌👌 it’s the little things
I've seen a powerxl indoor grill at Walmart that looked just like the Shaq grill..after more research I've found online reviews saying the Shaq grill just got rebranded under the power xl name
Here’s the problem I used to use your videos to fall asleep (not that they were boring but I could turn it on at bed time and it would become a background noise) the problem is that the videos are to entertaining now and I can sleep 🤦♀️. Still going to watch at bed time I’ll just be extra tired in the morning lol
One day when i was at my local Walmart i saw the Ember mug there but didn't get it and whenever i went to get it the next time i was at the store they didn't have any on the shelf , but for 50 bucks i could do without it cause it's a little steep in price for a coffee mug.
We got ourselves and our kids and several extended family members a cirkul water bottle for Christmas and everyone still uses it