1 Year Update on 10 Products! (Update 42)

[@habguy822]

the thing that surprises me the most with these year update videos is seeing products and realizing it's been a year already since they were originally reviewed

[@madizzle90]

Right? It feels like he just did that review for the taco gadgets.

[@MinscShip]

stop making me feel old!!!

[@crystalkerstal]

⁠@@MinscShipIt might suck in a lot of instances to age, but for the most part, it’s a blessing to get older🤍 There’s so much beauty in someone that’s lived. Remember not everyone gets to age🫶🏻

[@roberthoffman4713]

I really like when you do these 1 year follow-up videos. I have purchased a few items after seeing them on your channel. Keep up the great work.

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

What items have you felt were worth buying? Just curious.

[@crystalkerstal]

@@anti-ethniccleansing465I’m curious too🫶🏻

[@Paul_GameDev]

I dont watch your videos for the reviews but for the relaxation. These are very calming. Especially after a stressful day at work just watching you review products makes me instantly feel better.

[@subn0rma1]

Maybe I'm just old but the quality of the video and audio from that pogocam actually impressed me for it's size.

[@iwrin]

Your ability to know when to be informative and when to leave in conversation and jokes in your reviews is incredibly effortless, and what makes u special from other review channels. I believe that's why u appeal to a broad spectrum of people and why I've watch ur channel for many years grow. Everything u do appears to be genuine and unbiased and people like that (ask project farm). I also can't forget to mention how ur able to show some of ur private life, and even family members, and yet people are civil and respectful, while also still retaining ur privacy. It's masterful and u don't give yourself enough credit for it. Keep up the good work, James!!

[@kitten375]

He's the best!

[@dcwatashi]

I like project farm, KZbin channel as well, but the guy as he’s talking it sounds like he’s yelling where I can listen to James voice any time

[@xRhino95x]

James is the kind of guy I'd like to have a few beer with. A straight up, chill and genuine dude.

[@iwrin]

@@xRhino95x absolutely, and he's a man of his word. I was lucky enough to win a wallet, but the company was being difficult with fulfilling the giveaway. Let's just say I got the wallet, to this day in fact

[@barcham]

I have a set of plastic taco holders, same style as the metal ones you tested, and I use them all the time, not only for tacos, but for hotdogs as well. I have a set of four and they are great to load up and put on the table when friends are over and everyone can dress their own tacos or hotdogs. The Emeril Forever pan impresses me and I am in need of a replacement 8" pan right now and at the reasonable price of $34 on Canadian Amazon, I think I will be ordering one. Thanks for the update!

[@Drpepperspray1010]

22:44 “You know what more people need in their bathroom? A camera. Introducing the camera shaped toilet dispenser! Let your guests feel safe knowing they could be being watched while relieving themselves.”

[@jill-zee7720]

I enjoy all of your videos but you do a great job putting together these 1 year reviews. Great editing and content.

[@chuck6290]

We actually bought that metal taco holder set and we use them every taco night; they are a great way to be able to make all your tacos at once and keep the toppings from falling out of the taco.

[@barcham]

They work well for hotdogs too!

[@thepinkflamingostrikesagai7319]

Thank you for the shout out to Florida on your shirt.😊

[@kiltedcripple]

For anyone considering the level 9 cut proof gloves made of stainless steel chain maille, I understand that some people don't know how to care for them, but they're quite easy once you know: when they get dirty, stinky, whatever, pop them in your dishwasher. You can drop them in one of your utensil baskets, or distribute them over your top rack, just so long as they can't get loose and fall into the spin arm of the dishwasher. But that's it, wash them like any steel pan or utensil, pull it out and let it dry thoroughly before tossing in your drawer or whathaveyou. If you have something tenacious in the mesh, it can soak in vinegar, lemon juice, or bleach water, it can be wiped down with goo gone wipes, whatever. It's steel mesh, it's resilient. Also, it's a finger saver when using a mandolin or V slicer. The level 5s are fine for most household use, but don't be afraid of steel mesh if it makes you feel safer.

[@torchtorch1480]

I watched your channel from time to time. This '1 year later' series are really good. Thank you mate!

[@Joker_JAK]

The stainless steel gloves (or ones like them) are used at Arby's to clean their slicer.

[@mixeddrinks8100]

love these 1 year update, one more suggestion, probably do a long review every year summing up gear you still use regardless of time or something so good that if the first one broke you went out and bought another. I remember you doing something similar before. Those are great.

[@Midgey]

He does do the best and worst of the year each year, maybe he should add a part that's like an addendum for things that surprised him for the previous year

[@3rdpig]

I use taco holders all the time, but I 3D printed mine to hold 4 tacos at once. For drop stops I just buy a $1.99 pool noodle from Walmart and cut to length. I love the idea of the pizza slice storage box, but pizza doesn't get stored at my house.

[@BeccaHetrick]

What are drop stops?

[@LutraLovegood]

@@BeccaHetrick The thing he uses in the car to avoid small objects from falling between the seats.

[@WyomingGuy876]

I have 4 of the flat bottom taco shell forms for frying and they work GREAT. I've tried other gadgets but those work perfectly.

[@stab456]

consistently one of the most "class act" reviewers. Love your stuff dude.

[@gerald8573]

I'd be weirded out if I saw a camera in the bathroom of someone at first :D Nah great video as always! Thank you for going back to the products after such a long time!

[@Trina_White]

Thanks for all your hard work James, it makes my day when you have new content!

[@deenyc1049]

I love follow ups on reviews. You got a new subscriber.

[@kathrynbaker8215]

I love these reviews, and your comments are always enjoyable and cover real life use.

[@matthewjackson9755]

I quite like these as it shows if the product held up . Thank You

[@Marlah4]

I purchased the coolify after your original video and I’m glad I did. Working outdoors here in Florida can be brutal sometimes and that fan has been amazing! Worth the price. Great at the parks too

[@rthorofthehillppl]

I gotta say, you have to be one of the most dedicated product reviewers out there. Keep up the good work, dude!

[@TiredMomma]

That little blue can strainer, we have 2 different sizes, there also a pinkish one, and I think it's a bit larger. I think we've had them easily for 2yrs now and I never want to lose them. They're great and long lasting. Our potatoes are about to get dug up and now I wish we had that crinkle cutter. I'd use it for sweet potatoes too for some yummy sweet potato fries. And the Ninja pans/pots were a great investment. However one of the little circles on the bottom of the small pot, exploded. Luckily we have a gas stove, but it could've easily made a cracked spot on those smooth glass top stoves. None of the others have had that happen, so just a freak micro accident. It hasn't happened again. I wish we could clean the bottoms to how shiny they once were tho.

[@MrHattor]

Bought my coolify 2 after your review and it’s like my signature accessory now 😂

[@Cupo666]

12:20 what a treat to feel like I’m in 2004 again

[@jooloomcgoo]

I absolutely love these reviews! Amazing work thank you so much 😊

[@johnboyhowell]

The hot dog on a stick was a brilliant idea.

[@ThisIsGers]

Lmaoooo the toilet brush stating it’s dishwasher safe is insane 😂😂😂

[@natashaanderson8333]

Always love these update videos! Keep them coming James! Thank you❤

[@jpbaley2016]

Regarding Icegone, it will work with any metal pan. I defrost my meat by setting it on an upside down toaster oven pan. Metal is not insulating and dissipates both heat and cold, which is why it works over a plastic cutting board, which doesn’t dissipate temperature.

[@xRhino95x]

I always look forward to these update videos and immediately press play when I see them on my home screen! Keep up the great work!

[@nuclearseahorse]

Ever since someone pointed out that you used the pot strainer on a curved pot, i cant unsee it. I wish you had tried it on a standard shaped pot

[@hoosiermama3001]

I almost never make soup in a square pot lol

[@nuclearseahorse]

@hoosiermama3001 the pot is curved up the sides, like a fancy glass, it's not a simple cylindrical shape

[@chrisPbacon114]

I agree with you. A ton of people were saying this in the original video (including me), I also commented on his worst of video. And now this one... I really feel he just didnt give this one a fair review. Not even saying he did on purpose, but he does seem to be ignoring all the feedback on that on purpose. As for the square pot comment, lol, smartass.

[@hoosiermama3001]

@@chrisPbacon114 at least I didn't use a photo from a court appearance as my avatar 😅

[@chrisPbacon114]

@@hoosiermama3001 lol, its scrubs genius. Im a vet tech. Its my work picture since this account is associated with my work email. I had that pic up for 3 years but I guess its time to remove it.

[@BrittMFH]

The can colander is great.... It makes it very to drain off tuna water to divide evenly among your cats. 😻

[@The1stDukeDroklar]

Can't beat it for draining tuna cans. Love mine, used it for years.

[@thnkx]

I find the update videos to be very important. Anything might be functional, or pretty cool, the first month or so, but that doesn't mean they'd hold up over time. I am always interested to know which things you're still getting use from after having it around for awhile. Thanks!

[@segfault_000]

The can colander isn't really needed, you can just use the lid cut with the can opener slightly offset/tilted just enough for the liquid to drain out...

[@OceanLover1188]

I thought everyone did that! I just cut the lid almost all the way off, leave the opener on the can and flip it and it drains. Super easy and you don't any extra steps. Then you just take the can opener off and dump the food out into whatever container/pan/etc.

[@BrittMFH]

I do it both ways. The colander is just easier sometimes..

[@ahtijansson9283]

i hate app related products because when the company closes down your left with an unusable item

[@gizmosworld5855]

Thrifty has a IMO a nice ice cream scooper. If the ice cream or sherbet doesn’t can’t be too soft it doesn’t work well. It’s about $30.00 but it’s worth if you want the nostalgia.

[@bradasstv]

That's a bummer about the sunglasses. Pretty ridiculous the company charging so much for just a case when you already paid so much for the glasses. It is a bummer when something has a proprietary cable that you can't replace easily.

[@KP-ty9yl]

Product request: some people use canned air a lot. On Amazon there are a number of electric handheld air compressors that claim to be a rechargeable equivalent.

[@hectorg5809]

Good idea

[@IamtheFerryMan]

I have had one for a few years now. It's great. I use it to dust keyboards, my monitors, and even my guitars. Worth it!

[@Bionicbabyy]

Loved the update video. Thanks.

[@Mike1614YT]

19:00 I use a gallon ziplock bag for leftover pizza, like everyone else 😁

[@bikeny]

I was wondering who has leftover pizza? TBH, when I'm getting pizza for myself, I get Sicilian slices, usually 3 corner pieces with sausage. No leftovers. If I bought the Neapolitan pie, any remaining slices get wrapped up in aluminum foil. Then when it's time to reheat, I just put them in the toaster oven (or regular oven).

[@lilMALICEundead]

Lmao I’ve used the can colander ever since I was little. Lol when you eat a lot of canned tuna, it’s super useful.

[@Camelotsmoon]

19:59 you didn't mention if you still use the drop stop or the pizza pack.

[@scoutabout2309]

I've owned the can colander for almost 20 years, I use it all the time and love it!

[@The1stDukeDroklar]

Same. Can't even remember how many years I've had mine. I only use it for tuna.

[@udesirekyejc]

I was TOTALLY waiting for this particular video. I have majority of these saved and was was waiting for the update. I will say a few of these updates pleasantly surprised me mainly the Emeril pan. I really want the hex clad but that price is crazy. The whole Emeril set is less than one hex clad pan

[@Dyanosis]

Just remember that no matter how they word it, non-stick is still non-stick. It's still a coating, just like the seasoning on a cast iron pan... and it's still very susceptible to being ruined by regular use. They also don't hold their heat, even they conduct it well. That's where Hexclad earns its price is that it's a blend of stainless steel and non-stick without the fear of ruining the pan.

[@hectorg5809]

I would use his affiliate links or be absolutely sure you buy the same pans. Emeril licenses his name like crazy and I wouldn't be surprised if there were multiple pans out there of differing quality

[@udesirekyejc]

@hectorg5809 very true. U make a great point. I did see them on Jc Penny's site for pretty reasonable. But I'll either use his link or just wait till I can get the hex clads

[@udesirekyejc]

@@Dyanosis Indeed. I really want the hex clad.

[@udesirekyejc]

@dyanosis I actually didn't know the science behind the hexclad till you mentioned it and I went to look it up. Thanks for the info!

[@ItsJustLisa]

I actually bought the pizza keeper on Prime Day. Using Ziploc bags and then forgetting them because they get pushed to the back of the fridge is a pain. The pizza keeper with the little separators means the slices aren’t a mess in the baggies and we can put the pizza with mushrooms (the kind I like) and the ones with jalapeños (son and hubby) in the same container. I’ve considered getting those taco holders, but we don’t really have space in our cupboards for something we might make once a month. Whoever designed the kitchen in our house when it was built wasn’t a cook. I’d forgotten about the can colander! That I’ll definitely go looking for. As for the thawing tray, I just use a small baking pan on the center griddle on my stove. That’s plenty of metal to speed thawing.

[@evelkauchnotqa1488]

I use the taco stands with and on my flat top grill. I put on the cool side to heat the flour and homemade tortillas makes serving them so easy. Then use a serving tray to bring 18 tacos to the table, Bbut your expectations maybe different

[@lefroy1]

'Didn't 'pan' out (holds up pan). That's brilliant Dave, just brilliant!

[@chapman1569]

I reach often for the level 5 glove when I grate carrots, they have held up well for many years and I grate carrots with confidence now. I dont use them to chop , I have a good technique and I proceed with caution. If you keep your knives sharpened there is less risk of cutting yourself.

[@MitchMeetings]

I got to wonder how difficult it must be to pick a pan, accessory, utensils, cleaning device ect when you have so so many. Do you constantly get rid of something once you find a better option?

[@guschampion]

These update videos are the best. A lot of these products are neat, but are they useful over a year? Thanks for the content.

[@BrittMFH]

Guess that would be up to you for your personal needs.

[@John_Locke_108]

The tuna can colander is a great gadget. We have one that's similar and we use it ever time we have tooter fish. Very useful.

[@The1stDukeDroklar]

agreed

[@Hhhiii2233]

2:35 i do wonder if what your seeing on the pan is the metal scratching off onto the pan making the pan look scratched cuz if the pan is harder than the mixer metal it would scrape the mixer metal away tho i dont have the pan so i cant say for sure without doing the test personally

[@Suebe1962]

I only have one product from these reviews, and it's the Can Collander. It works just fine, although I don't find I have a need for it very often. I mainly used it the last time I made a green bean casserole and had a lot of cans of green beans. And it worked great!!! 😊

[@DigitalYojimbo]

I use it for tuna cans mainly, I find it works really well.

[@BrittMFH]

​@@DigitalYojimboSame! 🐟

[@The1stDukeDroklar]

I love mine for tuna. Since I go on kicks where I'll eat a ton of tuna, I get a lot of use out of it.

[@shannondore]

I made the mistake of buying that soup spout (before seeing your review) and it was horrible. But I use the can drainer all the time. Thanks for the follow-up vid James.😊

[@Dyanosis]

You bought the soup spout after seeing his review of how it didn't work? The design is literally horrible and you could see that coming from a mile away.

[@shannondore]

@@Dyanosis I said I bought it before I saw his review. If I knew it was crap I wouldn't have bought it.

[@ItIsWhatItIs8120]

The can strainer I just left in my kitchen drain after the first few uses . 😊

[@krystynarohde9005]

Taco tamer is an essential kitchen gadget for me! It works so well for me that the gimmick was totally worth it. I even bought some for my mom!

[@HoopyAmero]

what about the head shaver? that always looked handy to me but nothing a clipper can't handle.

[@rancid216]

I bought the can colander, and use it all the time. Great when making tuna or chicken salad to get out all the liquid.

[@jbaumgart794]

Love these update videos

[@karenz5112]

If you're a side-sleeper, you should try the pillow cube. I love mine. They're a little pricey, but well worth it.

[@coolguyhino92]

I appreciate your practical test for the cut resistant gloves. I've seen dozens of channels buy cut resistant gloves, and do nothing but strap them down, and drag a straight razor or box cutter through it as hard as they can. They never go into it thinking, " I wonder if this will work". It's always, "I'm ending this video with 5 finger tips cut from this glove. Period" Like, it's so dumb. No where on them does it say, "These gloves will protect you from your stupidity when you intentionally try to cut your fingers off" They're meant as a 1 second buffer to give you a fleeting moment to protect your finger, whereas you'd be digit-less without them. It would be like getting a nice pair of chainsaw chaps, and strapping them down to make streamers using a scalpel. That's not how they're designed to be used, but -Wranglerstar- -ghetto homestead channels- petty uploaders will only make content if they can somehow laugh in the face of a product that they themselves don't use/need.

[@metern]

You must test the cooling belt Sparkle Tornado. Semes awesome.

[@pattiy8240]

Amazon had the pizza keepers half off a few months ago. My two sons eat a lot of pizza and use these all the time. They give them a thumbs up. 👍😊

[@Dyanosis]

@ 7:59 - $100 just for a sunglass case? No thank you. For that price, I'll stick with my Oakleys. I also have to say that I'm disappointed in the advertising on the Emeril Lagasse Forever Pans. Apparently, you get a "FREE Indoor Smokeless Grill" but with this disclaimer "* Just pay separate $29.99 Processing, Handling & Freight for Indoor Smokeless Grill". I know that "nothing is this world is truly free", but I find blatant lying like this (otherwise known as hidden fees) to be bullshit. If they had said "Indoor Smokeless Grill available for an extra $29.99", I'd have been like "okay, cool". But no, instead you have to pay for the pans, then a side deal of "$30" for something that's toted as free. Both of the things I listed above are fucked up. No sunglasses case should ever be $100 unless it's made of a gemstone or something, that's insane. Also nothing "free" should ever come with ANY price tag. This ain't the 1990s where you can say "get a free trial with a single payment of 14.99". I was interested in those pans, but I refuse to support something as scummy as that.

[@MrCarter4121]

Taco holder you should have done premade hardshell tacos. Would have been interesting. Great video as always! Go Hawkeyes!!

[@Sunny-sp2oq]

Give this man a million subs already

[@Goludan]

Oh man i love these little taco stands i have that are stupid simple just plastic with a square bottom from one of your favorite companies, Joie...

[@laurallewien2165]

Hey James, looking at your shirt, I have the urge to sing "I'm getting closer to my home...I'm your captain..." Great video as always 👍

[@christophertaylor9100]

those can colander things work pretty well, I got one for a birthday. They never seem to totally clean though, and everyone who has a mandoline needs kevlar gloves

[@elviswsjr]

I honestly think I would use the taco holder/dispenser long term because I love the Taco Bell Doritos taco holder. I find it super useful to hold the taco together while I eat it. It’s just a little piece of cardboard but I wish all their hard shell tacos came with it.

[@Kerazzy.]

If you own a 3d printer you can print some of these similarly yourself. I have seen a taco holder on thingyverse which I might try out.

[@fairamir1]

Ice cream sandwiches: Lay the quart on the side...slice through the carboard. Done.

[@amyfox9659]

The nuzzle pillow was purchased after returning home, from hospital, and on Morphine, I declared I wasvin love with my pillows. I also was able to buyvone get one free. Only issue, it needs queen pillowcase instead of a full sheet set pillow case.😂 i use both inserts and will rotate pillow ovenight but im a thrashing sleeper.

[@theoxster]

I can't believe people actually buy that can strainer. Every can has a strainer built in by not opening it all the way or use the lid to compress the water out.

[@IMDARKFIRE007]

Love the Polaroid toilet paper dispenser....mess with people, you KNOW they will wonder if it's functional and toss something over it🤣

[@The1stDukeDroklar]

I've used the can colander for years to drain tuna but nothing else. I eat a lot of tuna lol, love the stuff. You can't beat this device for the purpose.

[@AlphaOfCrimson]

Oh I like the idea of using a material with relatively large mass and high heat conductivity to defrost meat quickly! I wonder what it's made of exactly.

[@safiremorningstar]

The stainless steel taco holder that looks like a bunch of folds if you have it on one side of it it is two holder and if you flip it over it can hold 3, is also good if you're having other kinds of things other than tacos I have seen that in used for everything from holding French fry packets for a fish and chip shop it's more of a stand as far as that goes and I've seen it used more frequently at a falafel stand, in fact I've seen it in one of those falafel stands and they have been in use for years. So no it doesn't surprise me at all.

[@alexandermarkovic654]

Even though not real the idea of having a camera pointed at your toilet is a very questionable design choice and will probably result in people not visiting your house again

[@Thezakiacanada]

Love these update videos! Even though I'll most likely never buy any of them.

[@JReed7560]

24:29 doo doo butter lol

[@Ladypuppy510]

I have the cheaper pair of cut resistant gloves and like them very much. They've held up well for over a year and wash easily. Not sure I'd like the chainmail type. Can you feel the food you're cutting?

[@katieyuill2291]

The glasses camera feels more like a proof of concept. Now we know its possible so we can try for a good one.

[@JessicaFEREM]

I think the ampere glasses would be really cool if they had a dusk sensor on the top to automatically turn up or down based on the environment.

[@stan1036]

actual LOLs (again) at the "THIS IS NUTELLA"

[@FflawedMetalhead]

That pizza stacking container still baffles me. Aside from a slice being excessively melty, I've never really had issues with pizza sticking together. It's also a lot of pieces to clean after every use. If I can't fit the box the pizza came in into my fridge, I usually just clam-shell my slices between paper plates (that I can re-use). *shrug* It does do what it promises though, I suppose.

[@todaywelearned]

I have that thing and I love it

[@ImigrentfromMars]

I wonder if the charge cable from some smart watches will fit? My watch has the 2 dots that clip on by magnets to charge, We need to make a law so every thing uses the same charger, I use 7 cables and 4 I have to take with me so I just bought doubles then I got a second car so had to buy more cables. Then we have the toys with different plugs, USB C should be law

[@screamtoasigh9984]

Law in EU so it'll happen here (instead of thunderbird, that's on Apple being jerks)... Your smart watch can't use usb c because it has a waterproof connection, that's why it uses that type instead of the hollow male connector. Waterproof devices (not only your watch) use the magnetic connector, either a disc or with prongs. It's also why the back of your watch (If not apple) has that weird part for charging that isn't a hole, so water can't get in.

[@BenjaminStJohn-en9nv]

I def want to see that old toilet brush!

[@Fab4gal68]

The Pristine Toilet Paper Spray: THIS IS NUTELLA 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@LindaKuwahara]

The problem I found with the neck fans (all of them), is that it does cool you from the neck up, however where the gadget is placed on the neck, you sweat underneath it on a hot day, I actually felt cooler once I removed it. Also, I just went to Amazon and bought those gloves (the level 5), because I cut myself every single day!!! I am looking at my poor fingers full of cuts now in fact, and when you cut your damn self, everything stops until you get your finger wrapped up and bandaged, lol!! Boy do I need those gloves and I need them yesterday!

[@Freakinreviews]

How are those gloves working out for you? And that's a good point about the neck fans, although the more expensive models with a cooling plate (Coolify2) don't have the sweating issue as much as those that just blow air.

[@LindaKuwahara]

@@Freakinreviews The one I tried was from the Sharper Image quite a few years ago, I haven't tried any of the new ones though. the gloves are pretty good, I swear I have cut my finger so many times so those gloves were well worth it!! I didn't even know they existed until I saw your review on them, I bought them the same day!

[@MichaelJohnson-wp9il]

I use the can strainer all the time

[@eastwood34]

I had two Pogocam cameras, it was cool how compact it was but having only 30 second clips ruined the potential for filming while driving. It made it completely useless and dangerous to operate.

[@perry92964]

its been a year already? i remember the polaroid tp holder and the comment i made, so now that you have been using it for a year has anyone stopped by and used that rest room? and if so how did they react?

[@memyname1771]

Where I worked before, the chain mail gloves were used by the butchers. With the use of knives all day, they were not going to trust their hands to anything less!

[@geeeyepile5578]

Top-of-the-line neck fan. Quote of the week.

[@tommyd9545]

lol he says oh, he’ll yeah! 😂😂😂

[@Shastasnow]

My mom used the taco stands. Nice for parties. Still messy.