Testing 3 "As Seen on TV" Tech Accessories

[@worldexplorer75]

I could see the Spin Power being used in a conference room. Center of the table to power a few laptops and phones for all attendees.

[@RedS0L0]

You think a game console and tv could work ? I'd love this if so

[@DickbuttChillingOnPluto]

@@RedS0L0 I use one just like it for my laptop, monitor, ps4, and router, everything is the same except the USB ports are on the bottom and outlets are on top

[@TheChrisLeone]

My mom has had one of these for years. I don't know if it's the same brand, but she really likes it and uses it a lot

[@manuelserna8580]

Havent bought anything youve reviewed, but i watch you everytime, love it

[@blakexu4943]

He should pivot to reviewing shark tank products.

[@patjohnson4355]

Save your money on the Power Pods! Ordered them and it would not charge our iPads. Did not charge the iPhones too well either. I asked for a refund and returned the JUNK TO THEM! TOOK 3 MONTHS TO GET A REFUND. HAD to get my credit card company involved!

[@jackw.2]

Same!

[@ThePinkPanth3r]

I bought a scrub daddy the other day

[@OperatorMK21]

Same here! Have never bought one single thing, but I never miss a video. He’s great!

[@user-vo7vp1xm9q]

The spin power is probably best for holidays/Parties when you have a sudden influx of people sitting in your living room

[@SolidGreenDay]

you should do a "testing kickstarter/indiegogo accessories" cuz they come up with way more wacky stuff

[@kellimshaver]

I've started taking a powered USB hub with me whenever I go to hotels, because there are never enough outlets, especially if you're sharing the hotel room with multiple people who all have phones, cameras, tablets, computers, etc. I can see the Spin Power being useful for something like that.

[@davidharding3647]

I agree. And perfect for camping if you have power.

[@VIDEOHEREBOB]

Whenever I hear the name "Bell & Howell I immediately retro out to their 8mm movie projectors, with that expensive bulb that always burned out...lol!!

[@laurahubbard6906]

We had one of those!

[@TheGreatChrisB]

That desk call is exactly what I've been looking for. I had a suction mount on my desk but it would fall over occasionally because it's made for a car window.

[@bradasstv]

Glad you posted today. I'm having a real bad time in my life right now and I really enjoy your videos. Came at a good time. Thanks James.

[@dromadez]

I dont know you but I read your comment and hope your doing ok.

[@firstnamelastname9646]

Things will get better dude, hold your head up! ✊

[@sandrastreifel6452]

Me, too, Brad!

[@jupiterresident1537]

I wish you all the best. Grab a virtual hug 🙏🤗

[@judywright4241]

---🦁Sorry you’re having a tough time, Brad, sending big hugs.

[@tartsonawire]

They had a ton of the Power Pods in the clearance bin at my Kroger's last week for $6/each. I didn't get one because I have Android, but I think it was money well saved.

[@highnoon9333]

lol that's funny - they had them in the clearance bin at my Kroger but they were all Android!

[@TheXenaangel]

They had them on clearance at CVS for $10 and I bought for my Android. Total waste of money. Wish I had watch this first.

[@tartsonawire]

@Zombie Hunter A grocery store chain.

[@lindsaygreen5102]

Love your channel, I also grew up in vegas. Vegas is great in the winter because, while so many places are freezzing we are pretty warm.

[@charliesmth987]

Actually found the “power pod” on clearance for $2. So I think it’s worth it at that price lmao.

[@habsguru21]

With the Spin Power it would be nice to adjust cord length. If you dont need it all you dont have 3 feet of extra cold laying around

[@Dixxi]

You can. You don't have to unwind it all the way.

[@ajl9491]

Bell and Howell sure became a sad Chinese company...yuck..

[@michaelschreiner4387]

Always look forward to your reviews! Keep it up!

[@enter_eagle]

FR has a kind, and soft spoken charm.

[@dylpckl]

absolutely love the spinning product spotlight

[@CaveyMoth]

I've been using something very similar to the SpinPower for my desk setup. It has 4 tiers instead of just 2..and there are ridiculously clicky buttons to turn each tier on or off. I ended up hanging it upside down between my desk and the wall. It's tucked away out of sight, along with all the cables. I love this thing.

[@ItsJustLisa]

I got my husband something like the Desk Call just so he can have his phone in a neat place on the desk when he’s on conference calls and typing on his laptop at the same time. The desk he’s using here at home is obviously much smaller than the cubicle he had at his old office. Since his company went fully WFH, he was able to rescue two monitors too (before the office was permanently closed) rather than have them just be abandoned or junked even though they are still perfectly good. As for that Pod thing, I have a power bank thing the size of a “fun size” candy bar that’ll charge my iPhone XR at least twice before needing recharging. It’s worth it to have a small zipped case that carries my ear buds and a charging cord.

[@toocutekittenrescue4511]

I have been having Freakin’ Review withdraws. I was looking everyday for a new video and so excited a new one is out. Sitting her with all the 42 cats and 3 dogs..by the fire to watch this. Thanks for your awesome show.

[@blaireshoe8738]

42 cats and 3 dogs... username checks out.

[@jdisdetermined]

Quarantine is like a dream market for "as seen on tv" companies.. I know I've bought a couple things I wouldn't have just out of boredom. 😁👍👌✌

[@GestOfAll]

"Bailey" spotted at 2:36

[@Dixxi]

No need for the citation marks. It's just Bailey.

[@MyPerfectMischief]

@@Dixxi Bailey is a big deal, though

[@DynaZor]

I really like your videos about charging android phones: there's an app called Ampere with it you see the charging speed this way you can provide more accurate info just don't get sucked into technical specs, it's hard to avoid with such an in depth and easy to use app

[@ucitymetalhead]

You can also use a plug in device made by ruideng that shows you the voltage and current any usb device is using while charging or running.

[@vaelophisnyx9873]

the spin power seems like a quick way to start a fire or trip a breaker

[@onometre]

when my mom and I first saw it on tv, we both busted a gut. It seems like one of those fake parody products from a comedy tv show

[@kn3765]

My thoughts exactly!

[@koffinNAILS]

I thought the same thing.

[@Cyko..]

I was waiting for it to burst in flames.

[@firstnamelastname9646]

Do it in style huh!

[@Csab6482]

I've been seeing lots of ads for the zero water filter. Could you try it out please?

[@teaganna5970]

Ditto.

[@Katy32344]

Yes please!

[@OhPhuckYou]

It works, but filters out too many electrolytes.

[@Katy32344]

@Elizabeth O'Ham well, I guess you might be right there! How silly of me to be overcome by my enthusiasm and interest in his videos! What a goofball I am! 😦

[@OhPhuckYou]

@Elizabeth O'Ham He can test using a few cheap testing devices. There's chlorine tests, hardness tests, etc. It's not something that requires a lab, but the tests have already been done on the Zero Filters. They do a damn good job at filtering water, but remove too many beneficial minerals.

[@gemgirl223]

I have a similar product to the Bell and Howl spin power. Yeah, the spin sucks, but I like being able to charge/ plug in multiple things that I need (rechargeable batteries, tablet, phone, camera, lamp, clock, etc) and plug in an air freshener on my nightstand. Most of the wall outlets in my small room are covered by my bed, desk, and cabinet so it's super convenient to have a ton of plugs at an arm's reach. Also, I can swivel the cords that I keep in all the time (clock, lamp, phone charger) just behind the nightstand so my cats don't chew them and get hurt 😸. 9/10 would recommend.

[@SamTheBattleshipp]

I haven't used these, but I do agree with you on that power bank. I have a 20,000mA that is rather slim and can fit in my pocket. Much better in my opinion. As always, thank you for these reviews and testing them out. Love the videos!

[@michellevallily]

I literally saw a Power Pod add an hour ago and thought gee that would great if it worked,I hope Freaking Reviews does a review on it . There you are, you don't disappoint. Thank you. Love you videos, love from Australia.

[@thomasmorse6692]

Been using the SpinPower for months. Love it.

[@natedoggcata]

Spin Power looks like an electrical fire waiting to happen

[@tonysreviews]

I have been wanting to check out that As Seen On TV Spin Power device. You can never have enough powers access. USB is a must nowadays. I like the long cord. Desk call has a nice design. Great production.

[@markbajek2541]

can the desk call holder part flip completely to the opposite side of the base? that might give you the angle youre looking for.

[@daan8695]

Or turn it 180 degrees (upside down). That sometimes also does the trick.

[@Snuzzled]

There's a lip on the bottom to hold the phone. So, you could, but it wouldn't have the security lip anymore.

[@tavern2468]

Your channel is comforting.

[@bahjinelson3986]

Thanks for the review. Tabletop phone holders are nice. I thought: How are they going to screw up this product. But it was decent. I use a Bestek power strip tower and it's been great. 8 outlets which are flush, not inset, and 6 usb ports. Seems well built.

[@elizabethw.6154]

I have a small wooden "desk call" apparatus for my phone, and it was given to me by Google themselves (a promo at a tech event). I like it better than that hunk of plastic, and it disassembles into two thin slats to travel easier. Best thing I got from them.

[@lenaplays0124]

0:32 that moment you're not paying attention and instead of hearing "800 amp hours" you hear "800,000,000 dollars" and have to rewind to make sure you heard it right XD

[@kolpik3708]

The Desk Call doesn't tilt forward more, so you don't accidentally show people you're not wearing pants. As long as you don't stand up, you're good. d:

[@generalgk]

I got the spin power for Christmas and I find it pretty useful as a charging station for game controllers, my phone, tablet, earbuds, and a few other miscellaneous things.

[@mszoomy]

There's a phone back that we use in hurricane alley during power outages that works great. You use one of those cheap car chargers and a 9volt battery. Works great, depends on the phone of course but you can get anywhere from 10-25% charged

[@lynxsymoon]

I just finished watching your previous video, and here you are uploaded a new one. What a nice surprise, thank you!

[@showgrizz3272]

I really like this new format of the vids

[@ryeinc]

For $20 at Target I found a 2,000ish mAh charger that has a carabiner to attach to a bag, beltloop, etc. It’s certainly not the greatest charger out there, but as far as portability is concerned, it’s a much better option than the PowerPod.

[@michellepantoja-honn4287]

I found the desk call at ross a few months ago. It's been working well for zoom calls and I also use it for following cooking videos.

[@midnightspecialist6083]

Best reviewer on YT

[@ajl9491]

Yeah good reviewer on some of the worst saddest retail crap products

[@jupiterresident1537]

Yay! Nice to see you James! Love the channel, very entertaining! 😊❤️

[@DickbuttChillingOnPluto]

I use a different version of the spin power, everything is the same except the outlets are on the top for mine and the USB ports are in the bottom, it is fantastic, I use it for my ps4, my laptop, my monitor, and my router. And sometimes I plug my phone into the USB ports

[@LordSStorm]

Nice. The power pod could be useful if you're out on the town and low on battery, but as you said there might be other options that are compact.

[@XLentGrowth]

I found something the shelves are good for: headphones

[@jasonhudson4239]

A wireless charging pad on top of the spin thing instead of the shelf would be pretty dope.

[@youngimages2000]

Thanku for reviewing the Spin thing, the other ones are really passé tho. What about all the magnetic phone chargers, the Qi thing I still haven’t figured out, get updated!

[@bobbygmusic8040]

Video Request: Please review the Ninja Foodi Never Stick cookware!

[@jefferyneu3915]

If the Spinpower is durable, it’s a great buy. I looked at power strips with multiple USB outlets. To get more than two USB outlets jumped the price up over $50.00.

[@shawnrodgers2180]

I miss the actual feel of pressing keys on a phone. That old phone reminded me of an old Blackberry I had

[@RockinRob69]

*I can see that spin power catching on fire when you leave home for work and have about 6 things still plugged into it*

[@JeremyIbu]

😂 that one song poped in my head burn baby burn when he was pluging all dat in

[@Leanne_w]

I’m been using one similar to the spin buddy for over a year and it’s on all the time. I’ve had no problems lol.

[@DickbuttChillingOnPluto]

Well I can tell you mine (which is a different brand but the only thing different is the USB’s are on the bottom and outlets are on top) hasn’t in the last 6-7 months, and I constantly have a ps4, monitor, laptop, and a router plugged into it, and sometimes I use it to charge my phone also

[@generalgk]

Completely baseless speculation

[@RockinRob69]

@@generalgk proven fact pal

[@3.5degreesnorth84]

You give Fair reviews and I appreciate that!

[@penny1186]

Thanks for checking the tilt down on the Desk call so I don’t waste my money on it. most of these devices don’t tilt low enough for shorter individuals and children. These companies don’t think we facetime or make other online calls that we want to sit for and not stand up for the whole meeting..

[@jujujustme]

Thank you! All of your reviews are very helpful!

[@GadgetAddict]

I bought the Pineng PN-987 powerbank for under 5 dollars. It's a 5000mAh "credit card sized" powerbank. Obviously it's thicker than a card but you'd be surprised at how small it is. And I already tested the capacity using my meter, it's legit. Much better than that silly power pod and not much bigger really.

[@hawksnake3372]

This reeks of spam my dude

[@GadgetAddict]

@@hawksnake3372I've tested and reviewed lots of powerbanks from various brands. That's my latest purchase and it's what I'm using as my "daily driver". It's relevant because it's a similar size to the power pod he tested, but it has a higher capacity and it's cheaper. I could also have mentioned the lipstick powerbanks from Anker but the price isn't as competitive and they usually have just one port, while the Pineng has two ports. If I just said "there are better and cheaper powerbanks", people would have asked which ones..

[@hawksnake3372]

@@GadgetAddicttldr go back to reddit.

[@IMDARKFIRE007]

Desk call? Someone was a Star Trek TNG fan with that base design haha. Spin power looks good, but while my usb hub doesn’t have wall plug receptacles, it charges everything I have and is a LOT smaller. As for the power pod, just buy 4 18650’s and a battery charger with USB ports, mine gets 3 full cell phone charges, bout the size of a thick wallet. Best one looks to be spin power.

[@tbone8713]

You got to love all this modern technology.

[@AkitaSyn]

That spin power is great for travelling in groups

[@CannabisTechLife]

Awww mannn. When I first saw the Spin Power I thought you could spin it to access the type of port you want closest to you but nope. I would cut off the top and give it free spin to make it actually attractive .

[@DJMeCa]

Congrats on 500K! Well done, sir. Well done!

[@cv9624]

I've seen 2,500mAh chargers at Five Below, for $5. That's a lot more juice and still very compact. The ones I've seen at Five Below are the same size as that power bank sold at airports, Disney, and so on.

[@skylersmith9465]

Not about whether it "will" charge the phone. It's about how long will it take to charge it. Samsung tells how long till its fully charged, iPhone to my knowledge doesn't. Lower voltage, longer recharging time.

[@mookzmom]

Loved this one. I'm a sucker for these types of things. Thanks for all you do! I have an old iPhone 6 s with the same case as your daughter. Lol

[@curtwinterstein1067]

You have the best videos! I was thinking that with the Desk Mate, you could put something behind the phone to tilt the phone forward more....??

[@InvisibleAvenger]

I wonder if those arbitration agreements are legally binding? I don't recall seeing anything on the outer packaging of ASOTV products about arbitration agreements (haven't really looked lately though); you'd think informing potential customers before purchase would be necessary.

[@usman2131]

Stone cold steve Austin is doing a great job with these reviews 👍

[@mylt1z28]

The premise behind the power pod type devices are to give you enough charge on your phone to make it back to a charger if you are out and about. Think of them more as emergency power.

[@CareBear530]

I watch you often. Thank you for your honest reviews. I just have one question where did you buy your portable battery charger at ( if you can remember)? Thank you

[@allureofgravity]

Although I’m completely sure your assessment of the big power bank being all-around better is accurate, I just wanted to mention that the phone battery % is not linear. Each percent is not equivalent. Phone manufacturers manipulate the displayed percentage so that there is more or less actual battery at certain percentages, so that the user experience is more “friendly” in different circumstances. For example, when some phones are in the 20% range, there is actually more battery left than simply 1/5th of the total. Also phones are often programmed to stay at 100% longer than they’re actually at 100%. With this in mind, to get to 29%, may have required more power to get to than the percentage itself would make it seem. Maybe a better test would be to have the phone at 50%, and then go from there, for both tests, so all parameters are controlled and they’re working under the same conditions. Anyway, great stuff, just wanted to put this out there in case it helps!

[@Th3OnlyRandy]

Thanks, James

[@brittanydavis2937]

The only thing I would like the power pod for is for when I was young. I would be out all day hanging out with friends and my battery would die and I couldn’t get in contact with my mom if I had to. This would’ve saved me a few times. But times are different now I guess and everyone always has a charger 😂

[@Homerlovesbeer2]

With the deskcall it would have been great if you tested if you could charge in the cradle and whether the bottom supports block a microphone. Love your channel. Cheers mate from Aus! 👍😄

[@truckingmadeez8741]

We have something similar to the power tower in our kitchen and we love it.

[@screamtoasigh9984]

I don't know why I'm watching, I have an awesome charger cum flashlight that's the size of a deck of cards, it's 5 years old and still as good as new, it's just you're so freaking good at reviews.

[@MrMartinSchou]

The Spin Power's retractable cord is quite useful, even if it's something you only use when you set it up, because it means you're not having to find a power strip with the right cord length, and you don't have a ton of extra cord cluttering up the place and gathering dust and grime.

[@jjustj]

thanks for showing me how to unbox stuff, now i feel secure in opening those 2345 prime packages stacking up in the garage!

[@bySterling]

I might pickup that desk call!

[@lourdesjimenez3164]

Thanks for sharing this, it helps allot. Keep up the great work. God bless always. Merry Christmas, & A Happy New Year.

[@reginabeasley872]

The charging station I’d buy but the phone holder I got one from the dollar store which I love

[@jasonmorin2399]

I have the spin power. Ive had for maybe 3 years now it's very convenient.

[@charlottefernalld3097]

I bought the Flexiview at Wal-Mart it works well for me but one draw back is one of the connections that you have in the stand broke I hot glued it back and it's fine . I really lime it but I have to remove it if my back light goes down . My phone button is in the back that's the only inconveniences I found Its a great product for me .

[@smokeydoke100]

I made my own "Desk Call" by using a car phone holder and suction cupping it to an agate slab. It's sturdy and looks much more attractive than that plastic gimmick.

[@HeyItsJonny]

But (depending on the agate) I bet it cost waaaaay more

[@smokeydoke100]

@@HeyItsJonny Not really, two for ten bucks. www.sciplus.com/slicedopenand-polished-agate-51121-p

[@smokeydoke100]

@@TheGambleGame They make this little felt or rubber pads that you peel off a sheet and stick on whatever you don't want scratching up your furniture. Even drug stores sell them

[@rebeccahetrick6576]

You could sell that, you know

[@smokeydoke100]

@@rebeccahetrick6576 I'll handle production if you take care of the marketing.

[@TheBntimmins]

I have a few power pods, and while the bigger version (1300 mha) can't get a full charge, it still does what the tin says, emergency power on the go. The difference in the hour long charge test might be from the slow charging power pod vs. the fast charging battery brick.

[@route66flyer29]

I think the power pod would be fine for someone on the go that wants/needs that little extra power to get back home or to the office without taking up a lot of room or adding extra weight.

[@commercialducktapelol7204]

Another great review.

[@byd3k157]

The power cord would be a great gift for any diyers or techs. You can never have enough power options.

[@bassett_green]

The spin power would be great to have in your suitcase for travelling - hotel rooms never seem to have enough outlets. I wish it had some USB C ports though

[@sayididit2930]

Just get a regular power strip that can lay flush in your suitcase and doesn't take up a ton of space. And you can plug bigger appliances into it if you need, not like this one.

[@flashcat6665]

The whole point of the Power Pod is to have it always handy on your keychain, in case of an emergency where you don't have any other source of power, so you can get a quick boost to get access to a map, call emergency services, use the flashlight, etc. It's not supposed to be a competitor to a 25k mAh battery bank, because it's not in the same category of products.

[@sooobyrooo5763]

I'd like the desk call. It would be very handy when chatting with people on a zoom as a tripod. I would use that angle for dramatic photography purposes :-)

[@Nissanboiii]

Yes the Samsung propel!!! I had that exact phone in that color and also the green one!

[@duffsvids]

I got the jackyled power strip tower for $26 and it has ten outlets and four USB ports and a handle on top. Love your reviews.

[@debbiemckinney839]

The spin tower would be good when the grandkids come over ! they all have to plug in their phones At the same time

[@sindollface]

I enjoy ur videos. Before I buy something I’m unsure about I look on ur page see if U did a review 🤔 Thanks for the honest feed back

[@kingcrowbar352]

I own all three but the power pod is so bad I didn't notice when it went missing. The small light indicator makes it a better light source than a charger.

[@Snuzzled]

Power Pod seems like it would be useful for those instances where you don't want to tote around a big power bank (or you forgot it) and you can just charge it and leave it on your keys for emergencies. Like, it's got enough juice to get you a phone call home, and that's about it. It might be decent for peace of mind for like $5 but I wouldn't pay much more than that. There are better looking (and probably better quality) keychain power banks for $20.

[@potawatadingdong]

The spin power could be useful in the center of a big meeting table or something.

[@aceofhearts832]

Lol I love that your daughter has a togepi as her phone background

[@tonyamusset4641]

Thanks for you helping me out on the the the power retractables charging ports now I know it's the right one of my husband for Christmas and the others thank you not to buy the little power pack love your videos

[@pacerdawn5512]

It looks like the Desk Call would work really well when using a phone as a magnifier, or when gaming with a separate controller. I might just pick one of those up.