Meet Remocam, The Smart Home Security Camera #review @Remocam

March 21, 2016 By Marijean

I was so excited to try out Remocam. It is a very impressive Wi-Fi camera that has so many cool features. This is the ultimate home security camera.

Meet Remocam

The little Smart Home security camera that protects your entire family

Remocam Features

Protect your house with the best-in-class technology

Live Feed: Monitor your home or office via your smartphone

Pan & Tilt: Remotely Control the camera’s viewing angle

Motion Sensor: Receive a push notification and view recorded videos

HD Resolution: Watch clear HD video with state of the art technology

Smart Home Capability: Connect your home devices such as TV, Media player and lights

256- Bit AES Encryption: Protect your personal data

Night Vision: Enjoy excellent night vision with 8 infrared LED sensors

2-way Communication: Listen and speak on demand, Interact with family and pets

Siren Alarm: Turn on a siren to alert those who are home or to scare off an intruder

One Minute Setup: Spend less time setting up and more time with family

Local Recording: Save your videos on a microSD card instead of the cloud

Cloud Recording: Save your motion sensor videos to the cloud and watch anytime

The box Remocam comes in

So simple, just the Remocam and adaptor

Remocam plugged in and ready to monitor my home

Picture of the Remocam app for your smart phone

When you take Remocam out of the box, installation will only take a minute (which is fabulous because some home camera systems can take a while to set up). Install the app on your smart phone Android or iOS device (app is called Remocam) and set up your free account. Plug in Remocam and wait until you are greeted by Remocam’s robotic voice. Once you set up your account on the app, you will have to connect Remocam. You will place your smart phone near Remocam when you are prompted until you hear Remocam tell you it has been connected. You can now use Remocam for many options in the home. One cool option you can use it as is a baby/child monitor. This camera has a motion detection feature, so it will alert your smart phone once motion has been detected. You can also listen and speak through the app. Remocam also came with an extra long cord. They gave you plenty of cord to put Remocam wherever you would like.

We had Remocam set up during the day and at night, I wanted to see if the night vision would be clear. The picture was great and not fuzzy at all.

Night vision

I love how you can record of this camera. For example, your child is doing a dance for you, or singing for you. You can record the feed and watch it later on. No worrying about grabbing your phone to record. Great feature!!

This camera also has the ability to pan 335 degrees and tilt 95 degrees. Not many cameras on the market today can do this, and it is a super cool feature. When we went away overnight I was able to look around the room to see what my cat was doing.

This camera also features an alarm system. You can use this via motion sensor or you can trigger the alarm yourself using the Remocam app.

There are so many home security cameras on the market these days, you don’t know which one is the right one to pick. Remocam offers so many cool features, it really is the perfect home camera system. I love having Remocam in my home!

Purchase your own Remocam here

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***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

2016 Disney World Vacation Package Offer From Pixie Vacations and Pixie Scents Review @PixieVacations #PixieVacations

March 17, 2016 By Marijean

Considering a Disney Vacation with your family? Don’t want to go through all of the stress trying to figure everything out yourself? No worries, Pixie Vacations can handle every little detail for you. Please check out the awesome offer they have below!

2016 Disney World Vacation Package Offer – 2016 Walt Disney World Vacation Package Offer

Enjoy a 5-day/4-night Walt Disney World vacation package for a family of 4 for as low as $1,714.*

Spending quality family time together at Walt Disney World Resort is magical. Plan your next memory-making vacation with this great offer. Please contact your Pixie at Pixie Vacations today to start saving on your 2016 Walt Disney World Vacation!

Experience the excitement with a package that includes 5-day theme park tickets and a 4-night stay in standard rooms at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort for as low as $1,714 for a family of 4. Book this offer through February 28, 2016 for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights Feb. 22 through Mar. 3, 2016 and April 3 through May 26, 2016.

Other great rates are also available for alternate lengths of stay and party sizes for stays most nights Feb. 22 through Jun. 11, 2016.

Disney World 2016 Vacation Package Early Spring Vacation:

Booking Window: Dec. 28, 2015 – Feb. 28, 2016
Travel Window: Feb. 22 – Jun. 11, 2016

Disney World 2016 Vacation Package Late Spring Vacation:

Booking Window: Feb. 29 – Mar. 31, 2016
Travel Window: Apr. 14 – Jun. 11, 2016

How to Book this Offer:
Contact a Pixie at www.PixieVacations.com
Phone: 678-815-1584
Email: Info@PixieVacations.com

*Sample package price based on 2 adults, 1 junior (ages 10-17), and 1 child (ages 3-9) for a 4-Night/5-Day room and Magic Your Way Base Ticket. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets are valid for one theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advanced reservations required. Offer excludes 3-bedroom villas, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid Standard View Rooms.
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Amber Griswold (10) loves going to Walt Disney World and Disneyland. She’s also very crafty and after a recent vacation at Walt Disney World she decided to try and recreate her favorite scents from her trip in candles and wax tarts.

She started with Disney snacks. Main Street Popcorn, Pineapple Whips, and even Turkey Legs. Each scent brings you back to those vacation memories. Amber also has created the unique scents from the resort. Beach Club Resort is her favorite.

Each Disney inspired scent is available on her Etsy store. She only makes one scent at a time and when it sells out it’s gone. You can make suggestions for the next scent you want her to make on her Pixie Scents Facebook page and when that limited batch is ready she puts them up on her Pixie Scents Esty shop.

You can also get a Pixie Scent wax tart (she calls them cakes), for Free.

Now – October 1, 2016 Pixie Vacations is offering one of her Disney inspired snack scents as part of your Walt Disney World Vacation package. So if you are planning a Walt Disney World Vacation for 2016, go over to Pixie Vacations and to get a quick no obligation Disney World vacation quote and the details for your Free Pixie Scent wax tart click here.

Pixie Vacations sent me a Main Street Popcorn scented wax tart to try out in my warmer. I loved the smell immediately, and it really does bring back great vacation memories at Magic Kingdom. My readers can get one for free when you book a Disney Vacation package by clicking here.

My Pixie Scent, Main Street Popcorn, in my warmer.

Additional Information:
Owners: Steve and Lisa Griswold (678-815-1584 Office)
Concierge Level of Service

We want to plan and book the best Disney Vacation you have ever had. We are not a call center; we are past Disney Cast Members and Disney Vacation Planners that know the ins and outs of Disney. We are your agent and we work for you. Our goal is to plan the best Disney vacation, especially for you, at the lowest possible price. You will get your own Pixie Vacations agent, and we work one-on-one with you to plan your trip. Our concierge level of service is free. We can help you plan special extra activities and also know about fun free things to do at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and on Disney Cruise Lines. This is a great luxury to have. Again, we are not a call center that is pressured to get you on and off the phone as quickly as possible.
Lowest Possible Price

We offer the same prices as booking with Disney. However we do have a key advantage when it comes to getting you the best possible price. When you book with Pixie Vacations we will monitor your reservation. If a Disney promotion comes out that is a better fit for you, we will move your existing reservation to the better package price. If you book directly with Disney, they will not contact you to tell you there is now a better deal. We have two kids ourselves and know how important it is to get the best vacation for your dollar. Also when you call or book online with Disney directly you will not get any discount at all unless you know to ask for a specific rate. We know what specials to ask for to save you money.

Also check our exclusive Pixie Offers. These are Disney Vacation offers we have created just for you, our Pixie Guests’. These exclusive Disney World vacation packages combine tremendous savings on your Disney World Resort Room, Discounted Disney Park Tickets and Disney’s Dining Plan with some amazing special extras.
A History of Disney Knowledge equals Disney savings

We are a US based Mom and Pop company run by a family that worked at Walt Disney World for many years in Parks and Resorts. We have been to the parks and resorts more times than we can count, during all seasons, day and night. We have been to the parks and resorts when we were kids, as college students, and as a family now with our kids. We have eaten at the Disney resort and park restaurants, we have been behind the scenes and we have possibly checked you in or given you park information from the Magic Kingdom information booth during one of your past trips. We have used Magical Express and the bus system and have been on Disney Cruise Line. We have planned conventions as a convention coordinator at the Grand Floridian when we were cast members and now as Authorized Disney Vacation Planners. We have even sewn names on Mickey Mouse hats (and even got an extra $0.10 an hour back in the day!).

Pixie Links:

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Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

Nickelodeon’s Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 Available on DVD May 3rd. @nickjr #nickelodeon

March 15, 2016 By Marijean

THE POWER OF MATH IS BACK TO SAVE THE DAY IN THIS

NEW NUMBER-FILLED COLLECTION

LET’S LEARN: S.T.E.M. Vol 2

Available on DVD May 3rd.

There’s no shortage of science and math fun in Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2, Nickelodeon’s second DVD dedicated to the world of numbers. A hot topic for educators everywhere, S.T.E.M. education (science, technology, engineering and math) has proven to be the perfect tool in jump-starting children’s interest in problem solving and technology. Nick’s Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 contains more than 140 minutes of S.T.E.M. – themed adventures with Blaze and the Monster Machines, the first preschool show on TV to comprehensively cover all areas of S.T.E.M. in every episode, as well as fan-favorites Dora and Friends: Into the City!, PAW Patrol and Team Umizoomi. In addition to expanding imaginations and developing inquisitive minds, the Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 DVD also comes with a S.T.E.M.-themed worksheet to reinforce some of the lessons learned throughout the collection. Produced by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2will be available on DVD May 3, for the suggested retail price of $14.99.

Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 includes the following episodes:

Blaze and the Monster Machines: Cake-tastrophe
Blaze and the Monster Machines: Runaway Rocket
PAW Patrol: Pups Save Walinda/ Pups Save a Big Bone
Dora and Friends: Into the City!: Kite Day
Team Umizoomi: Job Well Done
Team Umizoomi: Race to the Top of Shape Mountain

Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 Fast Facts

Street Date: May 3, 2016

Catalog: 59177540000 (US)

Running Time: 144 Minutes

Audio: English, Spanish and French audio tracks

S.R.P.: $14.99

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 36th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in almost 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 20 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

About Paramount Home Media Distribution

Paramount Home Media Distribution (PHMD) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. The PHMD division oversees PPC’s home entertainment, digital and television distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles. PHMD additionally manages global licensing of studio content and distribution across worldwide digital and television distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

SHIELDeye RSCM-15701W 1280 x 720 MAX Resolution RJ45 High Resolution Wireless IP Camera by Rosewill Review @Rosewillinc #review

March 14, 2016 By Marijean

We have been in the market for a home camera system. I was asked to review a home camera called SHIELDeye SmartCam and I was excited to try it out.

Here is information about this camera:

HD 720P Resolution
Night Vision up to 16 ft.
Motion Detection Alerts
Wide Angle of View
Local Storage without extra fee (up to 32GB, FAT32 only)
3 x Digital Zoom
Night Vision: Equipped with eight pieces of infrared LED, the camera captures video in poor lighting environments and even complete darkness. It is essential monitor your assets whether, day or night.
Motion Detection Recording: The Camera will automatically start recordings when motion is detected and save to the file you designate. The motion detection recording function can be set on your desktop with the software provided in the CD. It avoids meaningless recording and enhances storage capacity.
Two-Way Audio: The built-in speaker and microphone enable interaction with others near the camera. Having conversations with them via your mobile device while you are traveling or on business trip is easy.
Easy Installation (P2P Connection)
Micro SD Card Support: Support up to 32GB local storage to prevent monthly fee.(FAT32 format)
Remote access and watch videos anywhere by SHIELDeye app.
Instant Alerts: Mobile devices can be connected to the camera after the setup is completed. Users can be noticed with alarms sent to mobile devices when unusual motion is detected or any uncommon situation occurs.

Package Contents:

IP Camera * 1
5 V Power Adapter * 1
IP Camera Utility CD * 1
Stand of plastic * 1
Network Cable * 1

The monitoring area can be displayed on the mobile devices via downloading the iOS/Android App. Users are able to view the live camera video from smartphones or tablets anywhere without any restriction. The PC version can be installed with attached disc in the box.

You can see all the functions available on the app. Very useful.

We set up the camera via cable and then via wireless. Both work great. Setup was very easy, we have iPhones and the App works great. The video feed is quick with minimal lag. The intercom option it has is nice but it is slightly muffled. I love that you can make the live feed brighter or darker depending on what you like. My kids love when I am upstairs and talk to them through the intercom. The photo and recording options are great. Overall this is a great camera for home use at a great price.

You can purchase this camera here for $49.99.

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***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

Torus, The Ultimate Pet Water Bowl Review @Torusbowl #Review

March 11, 2016 By Marijean

I have a 2 year old cat named Scarlet. She LOVES to drink fresh water. If her water isn’t as fresh as she would like, she will go drink from a toilet (yuck). I was asked to review a pet water bowl called Torus-The Ultimate Pet Water Bowl. When I heard about this bowl, I thought this would be perfect for Scarlet.

About Torus Water Bowl

Filtered and travel friendly, the Torus water bowl is a unique and innovative way to ensure your pet has a constant supply of clean, fresh and cool water.

We believe owning a pet is our privilege and comes with an enormous amount of responsibility. As pet lovers, we strive to source and bring to market innovative & practical pet parenting solutions. We are passionate about making the world a more compatible place for animals and their keepers and as such, you will find we offer solutions that truly make a difference to owning a pet. Opportunities present themselves as our team of innovators trawl the world’s industry trade shows. We source only well-made and effective products, mostly from sustainable sources, whilst working with some wonderful people and even better product testers throughout our journey. We seek to continually innovate and bring you products we are proud to sell, ensuring affordable pricing without compromising on standards. Our brands are trusted by pet parents, vets, retailers, groomers and gardeners globally and we deliver the very highest standards of pet care.

A team of ex professional athletes from different sporting backgrounds came together to form Pet Professionals Ltd who are an independent UK company, based on a rural farm in the heart of Berkshire, 40 minutes west of London. Established in 2003, the company is recognised globally as a manufacturer and supplier of market leading products and innovators in brand development. Our growing sales force and marketeers are here to answer absolutely any customer query you might have and we 100% pride ourselves on the level of customer service we provide; nothing is too much trouble and its your and your pet’s delight in our products that is our number 1 concern.

Charity

Some of our sponsored charities benefitting from your purchases and matched donations include:

The Torus bowl uses activated carbon filters to remove any impurities, guaranteeing your pet has access to clean, fresh, water every time. Each filter comprises a plastic moulded cone with perforated walls which allow water to “flow through”.

Each Torus filter lasts for approximately a month, so each pack of five filters gives your pet approximately five months of fresh, clean water. The Torus bowl comes with one filter to get you started.

This bowl is offered in either 1L or 2L, and color options red, grey, blue and pink (only available in 1L). I chose to review the 1L pink bowl. I love that this bowl has a filter to keep the water clean and fresh. Also, no batteries or power needed which is a huge plus! Very easy to fill with water and to clean. You can also travel with this bowl.

Benefits of the Torus Bowl:

Filters to provide fresh, clean water
Auto-replenishes as your pet drinks
No power or batteries needed
Stores up to 2L of water
Travel friendly
Keeps water cool
Non slip and non spill design
Multiple sizes and colours
12 month warranty

How to use your Torus Bowl

Align the cap arrow with the tap symbol and lift to remove.
Fill the water from a tap, jug or hose. You can leave the filter in the bowl during filling.
Keep the Torus bowl level and fill until the filter body is fully covered.
To put the cap back, align the cap arrow with the lock symbol. The bowl can now be carried to your pet’s drinking station or loaded into your car for travelling.
To release the water for drinking, align the cap with the dog symbol. Water will flow into the drinking well until the water outlet slot closes.
As your pet drinks, water in the drinking well will be automatically replenished.

Bowl with water

Scarlet enjoying the Torus Bowl

Fresh Water – TORUS™ (Latin for ‘hollow circular ring’) is the only 360° solution. Water stored inside the walls ensures an ample supply of cool, clean, fresh water, protected from dust and contaminants. The low profile and ergonomic design also means no spills. Clean Water – TORUS™ carbon filters remove impurities, guaranteeing your pet has access to clean, fresh, water every time. Each Torus bowl filter comprises a moulded cone with perforated walls which allow water to “flow through” and help to reduce flavours and trace elements commonly presented in municipal water supplies. Each Torus filter lasts for approximately a month, so each pack of five filters gives your pet approximately five months of fresh, clean water.

My sweet cat has been using this bowl for a week now. It has not gotten slimy at all like other water bowls I have used in the past. Scarlet seems to really like drinking out of it, and filling it back up with water is super easy. This really is the perfect water bowl for any dog or cat.

You can purchase your own Torus Bowl by clicking here.

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***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.