1 Year Update on 10 Products! (Update 44)

[@BigBoyJay_69]

I love these 1 year updates! Nobody else does this

[@karenneill9109]

Super useful!

[@NightBazaar]

It's good to have reminders about past items.

[@ThomasSmalls1987]

Agree!

[@dnetlayton3456]

Agreed!

[@JessiFayS]

I love them too. I think they are my favorite of his. I wouldn't mind seeing even older updates for those items it's appropriate.

[@Themadoutbacker]

This is the most underrated KZbin channel. Love the content.

[@vilmfilm]

Almost to a million subs. But as of right now yeah... He should have more

[@robinbrowne5419]

Me too. I am not big on gadgets but James has such a fun and interesting way of explaining them. 😀👍

[@Meepstrocity]

Thank You AGAIN for the review on the transparent sticky notes. I have bought three separate packs last year and use them so often. I am currently in nursing school and they come in so handy for notes in my books. The different colors help me to organize what type of information each color means. I have had ZERO issues with pen marks wiping off or fading. No issues either with the adhesives losing their grip. Thank you so much for introducing me to the transparent sticky notes. I never knew I needed something so much until I watched your video. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

[@brucerobb2120]

Can you recycle the plastic?

[@sandysmith9869]

We bought a cheap $15 brand new coffee maker from our local Bi-Mart store. We used it everyday for 3 years before it crapped out. My $80 coffee maker lasted 3 months..

[@dscyrux]

Never buy expensive drip coffee makers! They're all the exact same brewing technology inside. The only thing expensive makers have over a cheap $10 one is what is essentially an alarm clock. Never go over $30! It's a scam!

[@snowcattish]

Not trying to 1 up you... I'm an espresso drinker. I bought a beautiful espresso machine on a Black Friday sale and paid 325.00. My expectations were high because that was a big $$ splurge for me. It did make delicious espresso & lattes. I am not exaggerating when I tell you the machine died on day 93 precisely 3 days after the warranty ran out. So I bought a "cheap" one for $120 almost 3 years later and it's still working perfectly.

[@Anthony-yv5jc]

As much as people love to boast about how long their cheap gadgets last, I don't believe price is the root of the problem. Either you got a defective unit, or the brand/model you chose was not good.

[@NEEDbacon]

@@Anthony-yv5jc Maybe that's the case, but when you're dropping big money on an item, you expect it to last. It's maybe not the most sound logic, but it's still a logic.

[@John_Locke_108]

Egg scrambler video still made me laugh when it broke. That look on your face is priceless.

[@Sarafimm2]

Yeah, his going a little stronger on the pull made it give up the ghost!

[@JaceTan-90]

These are the videos that gives these gadgets their true validity of a good product or not.

[@blizzunt420e]

If you guys want to see something crazy, try that new Opera AI and ask it if the Roth Childs control all the banks in the world. And oddly enough every time you ask that one question an error pop up and the app shuts down.. that’s obviously the answer right there.

[@lovepets2781]

Few years ago I was subscibed to several review channels and now I am subscribed to only this channel cause orher channels didn't seem to be as thorough or honest as you James, have lot respect for you .

[@SassyScentsTM]

Great vid! But I swear, every time I plat catch up and tune into one of your videos, I'm always startled by the fact that you don't have 1-5 million subs. Your videos have such great production value, it just surprises me. KZbin needs to algorithm you to the top.

[@todd-makes-videos]

Love how organized you are.

[@litwinowichify]

No joke, i have a black (special edition?) version of the Cuisinart coffee maker that is going on 18 years old now. The carafe has "made in Germany " etched behind the handle . The design has persisted 2 decades, abd with a little maintenance, has had no issues. Sometimes devices that cost a little more are actually worth it

[@TheVHSReviver]

Unrelated, but I just wanted to say thanks for answering my question in your latest Q&A. Also thanks for going through and digitizing tapes when you have time. I always hate seeing media become lost no matter what kind it is. I am looking for episodes of Cops, America's Most Wanted, and other similar shows if you happened to have taped and come across them.Thanks again.

[@alwkw3783]

I'm taking some culinary classes and we use the arc lighter for our industrial gas ranges. They work pretty well.

[@ronthecon9772]

A genius move on FR part to have 1 year updates!! Love them

[@ShellyS2060]

These are my favorite videos. Thanks for the updates. Not only do I get good advice about what to buy ( or not) but it gives a great overview of how things last.

[@earth_to_tessla]

i can just imagine a closet full of all these gadgets at your house that looks like ariel’s underwater grotto haha! thanks for the fun content!!

[@therenas]

Seeing the broken toaster I thought if you could also include breakdowns and malfunctions of equipment that you continued to use in your videos (maybe as part of these updates). I mean an update after one year is great to see the long term utility of the products, but I'd also like to get some info at the longevity of the products. Because I would be mad if my 300$ kitchen equipment would only last one or two years of regular use.

[@TROYMILLAYsr]

This fella seems trustworthy as in companies can't purchase good reviews from him, so I do trust what he says and have purchased a few of his reviewed items and been happy.

[@thumbsarehandy.]

I'd love a list of uses for the transparent sticky notes, from you and other viewers. I bet there are some creative uses!

[@arnaudmilner238Wildbillhickock]

I find this man’s reviews to be fair and as-is - as is possible to give a true and fair review.

[@michaelclatecki8157]

Not a book reader. But those transparent highlighters even a year ago I thought they were pretty cool. A great idea. A great invention

[@zarzee8925]

I had a similar looking card to the one closest to the windshield at 1:23 for visiting Red Rock Canyon when I lived in Las Vegas

[@shawnwilcowski]

44 years 🎉 CONGRATULATIONS!

[@The_Durrs]

These videos are probably the best for the year long review. BUT! What would be some awesome videos you can make are ones about products that have made it to the 3yr mark and 5yr mark. Those would be the ones that show the money invested was well spent!

[@Sarafimm2]

I'd like that, too.

[@Mike-42069]

Always love these updates. Thanks for the vid!!

[@elesjuan]

Something like ten years ago, I gave my parents one of those grocery bag dispensers and they still use it to this day. Happily received one for Christmas two years ago and I too find it very handy!

[@laurallewien2165]

Hey James, I'm really digging the new black kitchen cabinets, very sleek and chic! Great video as always 👍 Happy Tuesday!

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

Always love these update videos.

[@LeoLeo-qo7yw]

I still find you breakage of the egg thingamabob hilarious. Thanks for these updates, James.

[@kbaker9804]

Great video. Our used Mr Coffee from a garage sale, which we bought as a back-up, has been our every day coffee maker for 4 years.

[@Freakinreviews]

You definitely got your money's worth! I've been using the same Mr. Coffee iced tea maker every day for about 7 years now.

[@LeAnimal65]

I have the arc lighter and while it works great on candles, it worked even better lighting fireworks. We had a breezy 4th of July and I had no problems lighting the fuses.

[@topher6_9]

Love the updates!

[@michaelclatecki8157]

The Arctic lighter is pretty cool. A few years ago I bought a couple electric lighters. I stumbled on that at Walmart by accident and reminded me about the original video you made. Got it for a present for last Christmas for somebody

[@kriscynical]

I bought one of those rechargeable candle lighters after watching your original review! I actually used it while listening to the start of this video on my phone, so I'm amused that it ended up being in here. I've used it quite literally every single day since buying it and I love it.

[@NJLIFEHACKER]

YEAR update videos are awesome!

[@ysl6194]

Thank you for the updates. I kinda surprised to see your expensive fancy toaster is no longer working. 😮 Judging by the price many would expect it's gonna last at least more than a year and half.

[@Bionicbabyy]

Love the update videos. Thank you for all your time on reviewing these products. Great job😊

[@Vladimir_Kv]

Coffee drinkers currently are of the opinion, that a proper drip coffee maker should have a thermos-like coffee vessel which will keep its temperature naturally, rather than a heated pan to constantly reheat the drink. They say, constant reheating "burns" the coffee because of temp. fluctuations which do not happen in a thermos.

[@toddabbott781]

The transparent sticky notes is actually one of the really useful looking products. I personally would never get them, but I can see a lot of people using them, especially students. So many other just try and replace things in my kitchen that already work.

[@jbaumgart794]

Thanks for the update on the "smart" toaster! I really hoped that it would hold up better. I'm yet to find a good and reliable toaster. Since it broke it may be time for a new toaster video?

[@022141able]

Would you check out the the new GE Profile counter top oven. Thanks

[@AliP1970]

11:20 loving your T-shirt in the coffee pot review! I'm in Michigan and I come from a split household. Back to the video....... My favorite item he was the "Waffle Spy Camera" 😂 Thanks for the updates!!

[@johncampbell7433]

always look forward to a new FR video!

[@ryanwynn3948]

It feels like these were just a few days even though I watched them a whole year ago! I wonder if you feel the same with some of these

[@shannondore]

I love the update episodes. That really stinks about the fancy toaster. If you're gonna pay that kind of money for something like that it should last many years, not just one. Smh

[@NeasYellek]

Great updates to find out how useful products continue to be. Have you ever considered viewer giveaways from the bone yard.

[@Eyes0penNoFear]

If you want to scramble eggs in the shell you can cut the sleeve off an old long-sleeve shirt. Tie or sew one end shut, then put the egg inside and, while holding one end with each hand, spin it in front of you. The motion you make is similar to a hammock, if a hammock went so fast it spun upside down.

[@waltdavidson6414]

hi ,, the bag dispenser wont work here in NJ ,,,, NJ did away with all bag in all stores ,, :(

[@COLGrimm]

Is the toaster under warranty? For that price point should be min of 3 to 5 years.

[@espo7182]

I have the same bag dispenser for years now. Unfortunately my adhesive failed long ago and I had to screw it in. Luckily it's mounted inside the cabinet so the adhesive damage doesn't show. Aside from the adhesive failing and making marks, I use it almost everyday for doggie bags. I just recommend adhesive to the inside of a cabinet or use the mounting hardware.

[@beez1717]

The update videos let us know if it's an actually good product or just a novelty that seems good. We all have products we use that we initially love, but end up rarely using. Sometimes that's because they don't have a use all the time, and sometimes it's because the novelty wears off.

[@jerrydavis3462]

I've used Bunn coffee makers for 25 years and occasionally tried Mr c or other brands and none of the others got past six months but my Bunn pots have averaged 8 years or more perfect morning cups of coffee so you can see why I trust Bunn!!!

[@snowcattish]

I don't remember the spinning ball car air freshener review 🤔 As the driver I would find that very very distracting. But as a passenger I could be entertained for hours 😂

[@michaelclatecki8157]

Kind of weird. Always watching your one year reviews. It seems like it was like yesterday and a few because I've been watching for a couple years lol

[@duvessa2003]

I make “baked” potatoes in the microwave and I don’t need any special container to do it in… Just sayin’ With an 800 W microwave it usually takes between seven and nine minutes depending on the size of the potato. Remember to puncture the potato skin before microwaving.

[@LynnGryphon]

This! Easy lazy supper - stab a tater all over and plop it in the microwave for a few minutes. Comes out perfect every time.

[@AverageReviewsYT]

What happens if you don’t pierce it? I’m guessing it explodes.

[@avavu4491]

​@@AverageReviewsYTI forgot one time, only 3 minutes and it hadn't exploded yet. I just took it out and made holes. It probably won't explode till you get to 6 or 7 minutes. I also wrap mine in a damp paper towel so maybe that helps it not explode either 🤷‍♀️

[@onecuet]

Ive used the Cuisinart coffee maker for ~ 10 yrs. Its still working great!

[@perry92964]

to bad about your 340 dollar toaster, i remember when you got it, i had just picked up a 19 dollar toaster.......mine still works like new.

[@ItIsWhatItIs8120]

Hot coffee but don't taste burnt from sitting to long between each cup and Non do that I found . That's why I use Keurig hot fresh tastes great every time. 😊

[@frigginpos]

Ron Popeil (Ronco) made an egg scrambler (battery powered) around 1965 to 1967. It worked amazingly well. It was a bent needle that rotated at a pretty good speed inside the egg. It didn't have a guard, but made the likes of me, not have to look at the white connective tissue attaching the yolk to the white (clear).

[@gbarnett9470]

I love the Cuisinart coffee maker and use a filtered water pitcher to pour water, so much easier and less messy than the coffee carafe.

[@rmp5s]

I have a couple Fanttik (or however it's spelled) things and I REALLY like them. Got a tire inflator and a jump starter on sale and they worked so well that I bought another set for other cars of mine.

[@heatherbrooks7006]

Love your coffee mugs! And your videos

[@robinbrowne5419]

I love waffles 🧇 with butter and honey and peanut butter for breakfast. But I just use frozen waffles and my cheap $12 Walmart toaster. It has 1 feature: Popup when done according to the level dial from 1 to 7. Levels 3 to 5 are good for waffles, but level 7 works ok if you like your waffles very brown and dry. Level 7 does set off the smoke alarm with raisin bread :-)

[@Timmycoo]

I find it funny that the vent covers for your car look better after sitting in the sun/heat lol.

[@sheilam4964]

Thx for the Brava update.

[@NixonAngelo]

20:50 Were there software/firmware updates ever in the past year?

[@paulehd]

I have had the same window fan for a year and I love it for my Black Fusion

[@coolguyhino92]

*check your state regulations about having stuff hanging/mounted to your rearview mirror.(when operating vehicle) Most don't even allow you to hang the handicap tag on the mirror. (same with crosses, graduation tassels, dream catchers, etc) Hell, it even says to remove the handicap tag _before_ you drive

[@vheissu417]

You’re the goat dude. Love your vids!

[@nancymcsweeney1920]

I would love if you did a comparison with percolators. I love my farberware percolator keeps your coffee very hot

[@--Zenwebgoddess--]

I’ve had that bag dispenser for 12 years and it is still going strong. I permanently attached it to the wall.

[@michaelg6686]

That Arc lighter is nice.just don't touch the tip while is on. and also I like the waffle maker. Nice update 👍

[@ryanhkimmel]

Could your issue with the coffee maker be solved with a kitchen funnel do,you think? Or maybe it wouldnt work for some reason it's hard to tell

[@ShirlBussman]

I just found (recently) a potato express. LOL! Never liked it at all. Paper towels are the best way to do them. Doesn't cost all that much either. Thanks for the update, James. 🕺Keep on dancing.

[@catw6998]

I see he talked about the insides of the potato but I’m wondering if the outside was a softie shell or a bit of a crunch - not burnt? Anyone have one of those and if so, would you mind reporting on that for me?

[@jeffdiggs7030]

The fact that he used annual updates to products is underrated and no other person does this not even my girl Vivian.

[@fernalicious]

Updates are my fav! 👍🎉👍

[@cathyconklin422]

I used my Cuisinart coffee maker for over 14 years. A couple of months ago the switch started getting wonky. I’d have to flip it four or five times before it would stay on. So I bought a Ninja coffee maker and I love it. Hope it last for 14 years like the Cuisinart did.

[@lcoq19]

I was actually wondering about those car waffle makers because, as with most people interested in such a product, I have a car-obsessed toddler. Maybe we'll give that a try. Although it might encourage a little too much playing with his food... 🤔 Ah, well, you only live once, right? 🤷🏻‍♀️😂

[@chrischeltenham]

I'm sure someone has asked before but it always makes me wonder why but why do you use a stopwatch app with adverts on when iPhones have a stopwatch function in the clock app?

[@ilenegradin307]

On that one item you were using for the microwave potato cooker the red one, and for one thing you put it on to long you were so post to put it on for only 4 minutes no longer than that and my baked potato 🥔 came out really soft, take my advice I know because I own one of those and I give it 5 stars for sure

[@jb1605]

I wanna see top 20 things you still use starting from the first product

[@Sarafimm2]

James, I would like to know more about the venues in Las Vegas by you. I live a few hours away so I go to Vegas on occasion, but not all the time. Are there any places you think I should check out either on my own or with family? I'm going to avoid Vegas during Formula One, but is all the work they're doing for it going to remain in place? With this change The Strip? What do you think of The Sphere/Dome thing? I understand you've been to at least one of the sports arenas, would you avoid any of them? Any other major changes coming to Las Vegas that I might want to plan a trip around or avoid? If you don't want to go into reviewing those types of things, who do you suggest?

[@terryhancock]

I like the cloud key holder

[@Z1ldjian2785]

Off topic what ambient colored lights are you using. I've been looking to them myself but can't decide on a trusted reliable brand. Specifically the ones behind you. Thanks in advance

[@idiotburns]

The stopped using thin bags 9:30 in WA state.

[@me_i__a1313]

Fav channel it’s asmr for me

[@IanSmith2814]

The beard is looking very majestic in this video.

[@lindzbreezyoh]

I have a fantk tire inflator, and it is very well worth it

[@andrewzach1921]

Commenting for the algorithm, thanks for the video.

[@donnaprisbrey1452]

I wish I could subscribe to just the one year reviews and trust KZbin to actually alert me.

[@mr_plank9814]

I kept thinking something is different with James everytime he went from reviewing to a year later. Took me until the baked potato section of the video to realise his beard is huge after a year 😂 beards looking great though

[@Sarafimm2]

I thought he shaved it at some point at the beginning of summer and then let it grow out.

[@alexbeattie5621]

They used that egg scrambler in Good Mythical Morning recently!

[@Galistia]

11:50 sounds like someone hitting a bong lol.

[@alext6933]

I have a toaster from like the 50s that works perfectly.

[@farfignewgenfrackenheimer8865]

So is it from the 50’s or “like the 50’s”?

[@seanguy9720]

Sunbeam Radiant Control?

[@shannondore]

They don't make stuff like they used to.

[@duvessa2003]

Good for you! They don’t make them at all like they used to.

[@duvessa2003]

The rear view mirror phone mount has worked out really well for me 😊 Thank you

[@LexusLFA554]

The Revolution toaster has disappointed so many channels by now. It frequently burns Bagels, English Muffins and even Toast on their own settings. Useless piece of trash, and it doesn't even hold up as yours shows. The Coffee Maker looks pretty fancy, and it makes great coffee. A win.

[@cavinrauch]

Best thing I've found for pizza reheating is an Air Fryer. We basically call it a pizza reheater as a result haha

[@lisab.3091]

The CuisinArt coffee maker is a pain in the neck to fill, and I always have to pull it out from under the cabinet to fill it.

[@michaelclatecki8157]

I thought that Apple core remover was pretty cool. I like how it had a nice palm handle. So it would be I'm assuming more comfortable and leverage and how the cylinder opens to discard the core.

[@xParaLyZe]

21:36 Oh shit a "this is important" soundbite soon to be added to the board?!

[@chuck6290]

That fancy toaster broke? It was so expensive! :(

[@grannysquared7140]

I've had the red vent cover strips in my car for 14 months, and they are just the same as when I installed them. I don't have a garage so they are exposed to everything.