Holiday Gift Guide- The Under $50 Gift That Locates Lost Items: Pixie!

3 Simple Steps to Find Your Things:

Attach Pixie to your iPhone
Pixie Points talk to each other, so to keep track of your things apply the first Point to your iPhone.

Attach Pixie to Your Things
Pixie Points go on anything you want to find: keys, wallet, remote … even your cat!

See Your Things
The Pixie App shows you exactly where all your things are relative to you, it even guides you with accurate turn-by-turn directions so you can find them faster!

Pixie Points talk to each other (we all need friends), so to keep track of your things you apply one Pixie Point to your iPhone and the other Points to the items you want to track. Watch how Pixie Works (button to play video)

2-in-1 Functionality: See It! Hear It!

Only Pixie allows you to see EXACTLY where your lost things are! (That’s right, we even use Pixie dust!) Pixie uses augmented reality to easily show you exactly where your lost items are! Just don’t trip over the couch on your way there. Visual guidance is great for noisy environments where you can’t hear a beep!

Precision Matters

Pixie is the only finder accurate enough to show you where your things are…down to the last inch! Our Location-of-Things Technology uses Bluetooth, but it also uses signaling, allowing the Pixie points to talk to each other. This may not sound like much, but allowing the Pixie points to talk to each other is what helps to provide accurate distance directions to your lost item. We can offer a high search range, 30 - 50 ft. indoors and up to 100 ft. outdoors.

Out of Range…No Problem

Pixie shows you where your items last were. For those who have a hard time staying in the same place, this is a great starting point for when you wander too far out of range

Find Your iPhone…Even If It's Off!

We get it, sometimes bad things happen to good people, like forgetting to charge your phone.

Pixie lets you find your phone even if its, off, out of power, or on silent!

We’ve got your back!
Pixify Your Life

Each Pixie account can keep track of up to 7 items, in addition to the one on your phone,  and includes adhesives and key chains so that you can pixify just about anything…the limit is your creativity.

My Thoughts:

As a college student, I am constantly losing my things. Whether it's my computer, my textbooks, or even my iPod, something always gets lost eventually. Nothing is more annoying than being on the run and not finding what you need. However, when I read about Pixie, I knew it must be the product that was made with me in mind!

Pixie is very user friendly. Included in my box were two Pixie attachments (but you can order more if you would like). You can choose any item that your often misplace or even your pets collar! Just take your devices out of the box and attach it to your items. Yes, it is that easy! Lastly, download the app for your mobile phone. I've attached the specs so you can see if your phone or iPad is currently compatible with Pixie's groundbreaking technology: 

Specs:

Range: Bluetooth range up to 150' outdoor and 30-50' indoor
Accuracy: within inches
Battery lifetime: 12+ months, no charging needed
Compatibility: iPhone 5s or later and iPad 4 or later
Waterproof: up to 3 ft. to IP67 standard
Dimensions: 1.4” wide x 1.8” tall x 0.13” thick

• 1 Year Warranty
• 30 Day money back guarantee
• Works with all Pixie-enabled apps.

Worry no more because Pixie has your back! Once the app is installed you are good to go. When an item goes missing that you have labeled, power up your app and the search is on. The augmented reality and Bluetooth technology allows for you to see exactly where your items are. Ranges go from 30-50 ft. indoors and up to 100 ft. outdoors. Your items can run but they certainly cannot hide from Pixie. This is truly a must have item! 

Connect with Pixie:

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DISH introduces onsite "Smart Phone Repair"

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With millions of Americans swiping across shattered smartphone screens, DISH has deployed its nationwide fleet of professional technicians, capable of reaching any U.S. home or business, to repair iPhones for consumers nationwide whether or not they are DISH customers.

Available today, “Smart Phone Repair” from DISH delivers a technician directly to a customer’s door. DISH’s network of skilled technicians in all 50 states will repair cracked screens and replace batteries on Apple’s iPhone 5, 5c, 5s, 6 and 6 Plus. In the coming months, DISH intends to expand its service to include additional devices and smartphone accessories.

With transparent pricing and trusted technicians, DISH has eliminated the hassle and uncertainty of smartphone repair for consumers nationwide.

DISH uses high-quality replacement parts from respected third parties. Repair prices are consistent across the country and offered upfront as customers explore available services on www.dish.com/smartphonerepair. Additionally, DISH offers onsite corporate events, providing a convenient solution for large-scale repairs on enterprise smartphones and employees’ personal devices.

DISH offers appointments seven days a week including same-day and next-day availability, and guarantees all repair work with a 60-day warranty. Customers reserve their onsite service with a one-time $35 “Drive to Me” travel fee that allows their technician to repair one device or many during the visit. DISH’s “My Tech” online appointment tool allows smartphone repair customers to view their technician’s name, photo and a countdown to their tech’s arrival. Customers may even track the DISH vehicle as it travels to meet them.

Get a back button for your iPhone with ClearTouch SmartButton from BoxWave

The ClearTouch SmartButtons is a screen protector that levels the playing field between iPhones and Android/Windows phones by adding buttons to the left and right of the iPhone's home button. You can now tap to the left to go "back" to a previous screen, or tap to the right to cancel/confirm screens.

Here’s a short YouTube video showing it in action:

Connect with BoxWave

Website - Facebook - Twitter

My Thoughts

I'm a big iPhone lover. I once had an android and we didn't get along well, but one thing I liked about it was the back button. Though, it's already easy to go back on an iPhone, you just press at the top of the screen. I was very curious about this and how it would work.

Putting it on my phone wasn't hard. I like the applicator they sent to be able to place it on your phone. It made putting it on super easy. Probably the easiest I've ever put on a screen protector. Once it was on, it took some getting used to, being able to use a button at the bottom.

You do have to press it firmly to work, but it did. If I pressed the small dot, my phone would go back a screen. I had my doubts, but it worked. It had taken some time to get used to using it with the habit of always using the screen, but it's fun to show friends.

If you're an android converting to an iPhone, this is the perfect screen protector.

Keep your mobile phone charged with Tech Armor

Tech Armor ActivePower Mobile Power Banks Keep Your Mobile Phone or Tablet Battery Full No Matter Where You Roam!

Tech Armor’s high performance ActivePower external battery packs use only the highest quality, Grade A, Korean battery cells available on the market today. With four models to meet anyone's power needs, you can be sure Tech Armor ActivePower series has something for you.

The ActivePower 6000 is not much bigger than the 3000, but still amazes with two full charges for most smartphones on the market today. Featuring a built in flashlight and dual USB ports to allow you to charge multiple devices at once, it's also covered by an Industry-Leading Hassle-Free Two-Year Warranty.

COMPATIBILITY: Smartphones, tablets, GPS, Bluetooth Speakers, gaming devices, Bluetooth Earbuds, and much more.

Connect with Tech Armor

Website - Facebook - Twitter

My Thoughts

Tech Armor has a wide variety of products. They have several models of power banks as well to meet anyones needs. I received the 6000 mAh model which is able to charge a smart phone twice in one power bank charge. It also had the ability to charge other devices as well, such as tablet, bluetooth speakers and earbuds.

After getting this, I charged it so I could test it out. I am happy to report that I was able to get two charges out with my iPhone and it wasn't dead yet. I might have been able to get another half charge if need be. The power bank itself is very small and compact. It fits easily in your pocket or can be stored in a purse or bag. I liked the style of this power bank. I also liked that it had indicator lights on it to give me an idea of the status of the charger, so I wasn't left guessing how much power it had.

It came with two USB ports so you have the ability to charge two things at a time. This also has an on and off button, so you know it's not using power when you're not using it.

The company also sent me a 6 foot iphone cord to use with it. The quality of that cord really stood out. It was a breaded type cord, so it would not easily break. It was long, which gave me more freedom when my phone was charging.

Both of these were really great products from this company. Tech Armor will be a place I look to when I am in need of accessories for my cell phone or tablets.

Get more done on the go with a PERI power bank for your iPhone #giveaway

Between responding to work or PTA emails, group texting to set-up a play date and playing a “Doc McStuffins” or “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse” episode, your phone is usually on overdrive. Having access to a car or wall outlet isn’t always available so portable power is a must-have to keep you and your family happy and organized.

PERI (www.myperi.com) recently introduced its line of GoCharge ($49.99) products, a 3200mAh power bank with either an integrated Lightning or Micro USB cable for easy, on-the-go charging. The power bank can fully charge any smartphone on average 1.5 times and the integrated Lightning or Micro USB cable eliminates the need to carry additional cables making it perfect to throw in a purse or back pocket, plus, it looks really good!

Connect with PERI

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My Thoughts

I've used power banks in the past, because for some reason, my car won't charge my phone. It's rather frustrating. So I keep a charged power bank with me to make sure if I'm out, I can charge my phone if need be. I was excited to try PERI because it looked to be the mother of all power banks. And it's made for the iPhone, which was a another big plus. I felt like it would know what my phone needed, if that makes sense.

I definitely got many charges out of this. Some of the ones I have used before this, I can get two phone charges out of, but this one I got several before it needed to be charged up again.

Another thing I really liked about the PERI was the design. Instead of the long squared rectangle like most, this is about the size of an Iphone 6 and think. You can easily put your phone against this and hold it in your hand if you're on the phone. It isn't bulky. I also liked the gold color to it, giving it a very classy look.

I think this is one of the best power banks I've tried out. I give PERI a big thumbs up for the design as well as the amount of time the power bank works, plus it charges the phone super fast.

Giveaway

One lucky winner will win a PERI power bank. To enter just fill out the giveaway tools form below. Open to the US only. Giveaway will end 8/18/15. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to PERI for offering this fantastic prize.

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Falcon Fashion Collection Review - Cleaning Cloth

These uniquely designed double-sided microfiber cloths are made of a durable microfiber material that cleans sensitive surfaces of dirt, grime, fingerprints, facial oils and makeup.

A great size to place in your purse or briefcase for any quick touch-ups!

Ideal for cleaning:

• Smart Phones and cell phones
• Tablets and eReaders
• Any type of portable screens on gaming devices and DVD players
• Eyeglasses and Sunglasses
• Auto Touch Screens
• Cloth Size: 5″ x 6″

Our Thoughts

I have plenty of devices that I need to keep screens clean on. When you have children, they like to get their little greasy, wet fingers all over your screen on the computer, TV, iPads, iPhones and even all over your glasses. 

The Falcon Fashion Collection Mobile Screen Cloths are easy to use. They work well and clean screens spotless. They are also small enough that my oldest son can put one in his backpack to take to school so he has a cloth for his glasses. They come in a three different designs: Damask, Leopard, and Zebra. The Leopard is the one that my oldest son chose to take with him to school. It has a leopard print on one side and a solid red on the other. 

If you're looking for something that will be small and easy to keep with you for cleaning your devices or glasses, you can purchase the Mobile Screen Cloths by clicking here. Falcon also has a host of other products geared toward your personal devices! 

Giveaway and Review: Tech21 Phone Cases (3 Winners)

**Product was exchanged for a honest review**




Who is Tech 21?

Tech21 is the world's foremost authority on Impactology™. And as Impactologists, we're preoccupied with protection.
Our team strive for new ways to protect your mobile, tablet or laptop from impact. You can call it a science. Or a passion. For us it's virtually a vocation.
From our lab technicians to designers, engineers and everyone in between, Tech21 strives to ensure that Impactology™ sets the standard for others to follow. Our hope is that, one day, the extraordinary level of protection that Impactology™ provides will become almost ordinary.
Of course, by the time that's close to becoming a reality, we'll have done everything in our power to raise the bar of technical excellence. All of which should make us even better-placed to deliver unprecedented levels of protection for your electrical devices. 

Our Thoughts 

Tech21 sent us two different cases. One was the Impact Band and the other one was the Impact Shell. My husband demoed the Impact Band and fell in love with it. It fit the iPhone 5S great. It was very easy to put on and take off.  The clear case is amazing if you want to have your phone showing through. But the husband was disappointed that there is not a belt clip available for the case because he LOVES to have his phone on his belt. My husband absolutely loves his Impact Band though and continues to use it but is on the look out for a belt clip that will fit the iPhone and case! 

I demoed the Impact Shell. I LOVE IT! Absolutely love the case! I have dropped the phone a couple times due to kids bumping me or some other incident beyond my control. It's saved my phone. I don't feel like my iPhone 5S is fragile any more. I still am very careful as I don't want to have to replace it or replace a screen. The Impact Shell is just as easy to put on and take off as the Impact Band. It still fits well in my back pocket and isn't as bulky as my iPhone 4S was. I think that people will really enjoy these cases and they're well worth it! They are about $40 USD per case but they are WELL WORTH IT!

Giveaway

Thanks to the wonderful people over at Tech21 three pink mesh Impact Bands for the iPhone 5/5S will be given away in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness! To enter just fill out the rafflecopter form below Open to the US only. This giveaway will end on 11/30/13 at 12:01 am EST. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to Tech21 for offering this fantastic prize.

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***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. Please note that I am not responsible for the delivery of this prize and can not be held accountable if, for any reason, is it not received. Furthermore, I am in no way liable for any injuries that may result from the use or misuse of this product. ***

App Review: Managing the Gift - ADD/ADHD App

**Access to App was received in exchange for a honest review**

Ground-Breaking APP Reveals Individualized ‘Gifts’ and Advantages of Children Living with ADD/HD

New ‘Managing the Gift’ APP helps adolescent caregivers uncover and capitalize on distinct strengths, abilities and opportunities specific to each given child living with ADHD, ADD or HD

PHOENIX, AZ, September 2013 – Internationally renowned child and adult ADD/HD expert, author and speaker Dr. Kevin Ross Emery (“Dr. Kevin”) today announced the release of a first-of-its-kind “Managing the Gift” App, which reveals the true potential of each given child living with ADD/HD. This App provides conscientious parents, educators and other caregivers with a more comprehensive and unbiased understanding of ADD/HD at large that negates common unfavorable labels and restrictive predispositions.

Unlike other ADHD Apps currently on the market that are merely self-diagnostic or generalized surface-level advice in nature, the pioneering Managing the Gift App goes well beyond with highly detailed, custom-tailored reports that help caregivers understand precisely how to best parent, guide, support, feed and educate each specific child living with ADHD, ADD or HD.  To facilitate this, among other features, the App uniquely offers a proprietary, personalized “Paint Your Child’s Portrait” interactive tool that reveals and defines a child’s distinct “ADD/HD personality” and, based on the individualized results, provides an expansive custom report that provides caregivers with valuable behavioral insights to recognize, utilize and maximize what Dr. Kevin calls the child’s “ADD/HD greatness.” The information gleaned from the custom-tailored reports also helps caregivers make critical decisions about diet, guidance and other common areas of concern and confusion, while also providing tools and techniques to help ensure the child flourishes amid the unique capabilities and aptitudes identified through the App. 

In addition to the unique “Paint Your Child’s Portrait” and related reporting tool, the Managing the Gift App also offers direct access to informative instructional videos, books, and other highly vetted caregiver resources as well as relevant news and information feeds about ADHD.  App users will also be the first to gain access to Dr Kevin's peer support community when it is launched later this year, which will include streamlined access to Dr. Kevin.

The content and tools in this new application is the manifestation of Dr. Kevin’s more than 15 years of front-line ADD/HD counseling experience coupled with extensive field research for his books, “Managing the Gift of your ADD/HD Child” and “Managing the Gift: Alternative Approaches to Attention Deficit Disorder.” “The first step in understanding ADHD and ADD is knowing that they are simply labels, which are not meant to define or limit a child in any way,” urges Dr. Kevin. “Rather, the Managing the Gift App will give caregivers the knowledge and tools needed to truly comprehend the gifts–not the label–given to a child living with this diagnosis.”

“However well intended, society’s collective attempts to medically treat and otherwise manage ADD/HD individuals often negatively impacts their self-worth and self-esteem and significantly hinders their ability to reach their full potential,” Dr. Kevin continues. “Indeed, the stakes are high when it comes to finding a successful treatment plan, particularly for children.  Those who face criticism from parents, teachers and others for perceived laziness and bad behavior may face a lifetime of emotional problems. In addition, the loss of this population’s insights, brilliance and creativity–their greatness–is all too often sacrificed in order to help them ‘fit in’ to society. We as a culture need to celebrate and nurture those living with ADD/HD as they are so that they can, in turn, love and respect themselves and realize their full capabilities…to the benefit of us all.”

The Managing the Gift App is compatible with any iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod® Touch with iOS 5.1 or greater and is available for free in the iTunes Store. The optional "Paint Your Child's Portrait" feature reports are offered through the App for an additional nominal fee.

As with any medical issue, those concerned about the diagnosis, treatment and/or management of ADHD, ADD or HD are encouraged to speak to their physician.

About the Expert
Dr. Kevin Ross Emery’s books, “Managing the Gift of your ADD/HD Child” and “Managing the Gift: Alternative Approaches to Attention Deficit Disorder” are built upon more than 15 years of experience working with individuals of all ages living with Attention Deficit Disorder – and a lifetime of personal experience dealing with it himself. For more than two decades, Dr. Kevin has offered an approach to ADD/HD that reveals it as a gift that, when properly managed, contains the potential for formidable multitasking skills, creativity and more. Also an international speaker on the topic, Dr. Kevin was among the very first to publicly acknowledge ADD/HD as a step in the evolution of humanity that will eventually allow it to reach new levels of achievement – a view often at odds with a culture that can be quick to resort to medicating children who show signs of ADD/HD or who in some cases, don’t even meet that standard.  The titles of his books sum up Dr. Kevin’s intent – to assist parents in managing the gifts of their ADD/HD children – to not see it from the perspective of ADD/HD being a disease or disability, or from a perspective of drugs being the sole solution. Dr. Kevin has worked with ADD/HD individuals of all ages – from young children to business owners seeking to balance their innovation with organization.  Learn more online at www.MyDrKevin.com. 

Our Thoughts

Being the parents of a child with ADHD is hard. It's hard because you want to do the right things. You want to make the right decisions on wether to medicate or not, what to feed to help with the situation, what to give your child for activities that are productive. 

This App helps take some of the guessing and trials out of the life of a parent of an ADHD child. I love that the questions on the App are simple but complex enough to help with learning pathways. For my oldest -who is the only one that is ADHD in this household- the assessment pegged him to a T. I am actually sending on the assessment to his teachers because we have his IEP (Individualized Education Plan) meeting coming up and I really think that this will help them with getting him working well within the classroom. I think that this App would be great for those parents that need/want to know how their kids learn and what foods/care they need to hopefully elevate some of the stress that comes with the ADHD/ADD diagnosis. 

***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. The opinions expressed in the review are my own and were not influenced in any way.***

Review: iOS and Android App - Alphaman

**App was exchanged free of charge for an honest review**

GET SMART WITH ALPHAMAN! AVAILABLE NOW ON iOS AND ANDROID DEVICES

Join the Spelling Adventure, Eat Words, and Discover Learning is Fun in the Perfect Back-to-School App

The Awesome Game Studio (TAGS), an innovative publisher of mobile games and apps, today announced the release of Alphaman, an arcade-style, educational, puzzle-maze game that promotes and encourages learning with letter recognition and spelling activities.Alphaman is available now for $0.99 on iOS (itunes.apple.com/us/app/alphaman/id612630215?ls=1&mt=8) and the Android Market (play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tags.alphamanfull&hl=en).
Download the Alphaman launch trailer and assets HERE:www.hightail.com/download/bWJwQndQcGtCSWNVV01UQw
Watch it HERE: youtu.be/bGEhhltqLmw
In Alphaman, players will enjoy hours of endless, educational fun as they explore 11 different maps such as Classic, Garden, Fire, Alien Spaceship and more to find letters and earn rewards for correctly spelling words. Players can pick up various Alphapowers along the way in each maze to help gain super powers, teleport, multiply speed and more. Players will combat the evil enemies such as dragons, snakes, and sharks and advance to the next map. Players must ensure that they eat letters in the correct order for accurate spelling or else Alphaman will lose power and strength. With multiple maps, unique skins, various super powers, and holiday themes Halloween, Christmas, Chinese New Year and more, kids will love playing Alphaman year round while practicing spelling and letter recognition for hours of educational, puzzle-solving fun.
Alphaman In-Game Features:

• Alphapower: Pick up Alphapowers along the way to help Alphaman gain various super powers. Alphaman has different powers in each maze: in the snow he becomes a Ski rider and in a warzone he will hop in a fighter jet and attack tanks.
• Unique Alphapower Skins: Players will love watching Alphaman transform into different hero skins in each maze; from an astronaut, skier, and scuba diver to a construction worker, student, Frankenstein and more.
• Helpful Hint: Using Alphaman’s teleportation capabilities, players will get a quick look at the word as a helpful hint to help remember how to spell it correctly.
• Maps and Challenges: Each of the 11 maps is packed with evil enemies including dragons, snakes, tanks, sharks and more.
• Holiday Fun: Explore through 10 holiday themed maps and mazes including Christmas, Chinese New Year, Dia De Los Muertos, Valentine’s Day, Bull Run, Festival of Light and more.

Developed by The Awesome Game Studio, Alphaman is available now for $0.99 on iOS and the Android market. For more information about The Awesome Game Studio, check out the Websitewww.theawesomegamestudio.com/ or “Like” it on Facebook.

Our Thoughts

I have a kindergartner and a fourth grader. Both are learning to spell new words now that they are back in school. This App has made learning spelling fun for them at home!  The words that they are spelling aren't always in line with what they're spelling at school but it's giving them a head start with other words. My kindergartner can spell things that he normally wouldn't because he's been playing this app quite a bit. 

What I liked the most is that not only is this fun for the kids, it's fun for adults too. While it has a PacMan-esq type feel it's more than just eating little dots and avoiding the enemies. It's learning and the kids don't even realize they're learning! The graphics are fabulous and it's just an all around fun App! 

I would highly recommend this App to those who want an educational experience for their children but want them to have fun while learning! 

**I received no form of monetary compensation for this review. The views expressed are my own and were in no way influenced.**

BIC® Tech 2-in-1 Stylus and Pen Review and Giveaway

**Product was received in exchange for a fair review**

Digital devotees and writing traditionalists can have the best of both worlds with the new BIC^® Tech 2-in-1 Stylus and Pen.  Featuring a lightweight stylus on one end for accuracy and precise control and a retractable ballpoint pen with smooth-writing Easy-Glide System^® ink on the other, the BIC Tech 2-in-1 Stylus is there wherever inspiration strikes.

Features of the BIC Tech 2-in-1 Stylus include:

·         Stylus and ball pen in one

·         Lightweight stylus for capacitive touchscreen devices, including tablets and smartphones

·         Easily glides across screens providing fingerprint-free precision and control

·         Retractable ball pen with Easy-Glide System^® ink—BIC’s exclusive ink technology for smooth writing

·         Available in four metallic barrel colors: silver, blue, pink and aqua

·         A suggested retail price of $4.99 for a one-pack and $7.97 for a two-pack

Our Thoughts

Being that I have an iPad and an iPhone I'm always up to trying new stylus' that are released. The idea of having a stylus for at least my iPad is that I wouldn't end up with the finger prints blurring the screen from the kids constantly touching it. I was really excited to see this one from BIC®. 

I love the idea that it's not only a pen but a stylus too! The fact that it's a click pen makes things even better because you're not chasing around a pen top. For my iPad the stylus only worked three quarters of the time but I do think that it had a lot to do with user error on my part as I was either pressing too hard or too softly. I do really love this combination though and I use the pen and stylus every day! 

Giveaway

Five lucky winners will receive a BIC® 2-in-1 Stylus and Pen! To enter just fill out the rafflecopter form below. Open to the US only. Give away will end 7/3/13. The winners will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond. Thank you again to BIC® for offering this fantastic prize! 

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***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. Please note that I am not responsible for the delivery of this prize and can not be held accountable if, for any reason, is it not received. Furthermore, I am in no way liable for any injuries that may result from the use or misuse of this product. ***