Product review: NEXAS NL101 Code Reader ODBII

I used this scanner with the Honda CRV. It worked without problems.  This is all in one unit, it does not attach your phone, instead it displays information on the build-in the screen.  This unit feels a bit dated because it does not have a touch screen face. Instead one needs to use up-down-left-right controls on the unit.  I found myself touching the screen as it is hard to untrain yourself from using modern apps on the phone.

The Nexas scanner is simple to install and simple to use. All cars and light trucks built and sold in the United States after January 1, 1996, were required to be OBD II equipped. The connector is very distinctive looking, I am including a picture of it in my video for reference. In my car, the connector was located under my dash, slightly to the right of the steering wheel.

The scanner showed me diagnostic information in my car, including the health of my car battery.  You can use it to clear codes if necessary.

You can find it on Amazon by following this link.

Ali Julia review ★★★★☆

Product review: Burt Bees fruity toothpaste

I do not like the flavor of mint, so I purchased "Fruit Fusion" by Burt Bees.  This is the first Burt Bees product I did not like.  The flavor has a mint flavor with a sweet undertone. Very disappointing.

The desing of the tube is nice: it can stand on its cap and closes well.  It comes sealed.  It contains fluoride.  But if you looking for mint free toothpaste, don't buy it.


You can find it on Amazon by following this link.

Ali Julia review ★★★☆☆

Product review: Aukee Car Seat Cushion, Office Chair Wheelchair Mat Memory Foam Pad Cushion

Aukee cushion is approximately 1" thick memory foam.  The foam is thinner at the edges; then it is in the middle.  It is shorter than the car seat, but because it is thin and is thinner at the edges, it does not dig into my thighs as the thicker pillows.  It does not give me much lift, so it did not work for the purposes of getting my head higher on the non-adjustable Tesla Model 3 headrest. However, I found it very comfortable in the office chair.

One side of the cushion is black, the other side is non-slippery beige material.  If you are not looking for a lift, it does add softness to any seat.

You can find it on Amazon by following this link.

Ali Julia review ★★★★☆

Product review: Aukee Memory Foam Car Neck Pillow

We purchased several neck pillows because our new Tesla Model 3 has non-adjustable head supports that are not well suited for short passengers (or drivers).  The fixed-position headrest pushes my head forward because my height puts my head at the bottom of the support.  I need to put something under the Tesla support, so my head is not bent forward. This neck support was working pretty well.

The pillow itself is made well and has no odor. One side of it is made from leather, the core is made out of memory foam, and the side that goes towards the seat is made out of the fabric. The back has an elastic belt that goes over the back of the seat.

So annoying to have a new beautiful car that does not feel comfortable. This pillow provided some relief to a poorly designed seat.

You can find it on Amazon by following this link.

Ali Julia review ★★★★★

Product review: Gum toothbrush with super tip

I have been using Gum toothbrushes for years because my dentist was giving them to his patients during cleaning.  But recently my dentist switched to another brand and did not like it as much.  For the first time in many years, I bought a toothbrush because Gum toothbrush is that good!  I take freebies home and use them for cleaning small places around the kitchen and bathroom, but I buy Gum toothbrushes for my teeth!  The latest package I bought included a super tip, and I like it to in addition to flossing.  Great toothbrush!



You can find it on Amazon by following this link.


Ali Julia review ★★★★★

Product review: Memory Foam Seat Cushion. Orthopedic Car Seat Cushions to Raise Height - not a good car seat booster

This is a 2-star car cushion and 5-star chair cushion  This pillow is NOT designed for a car seat, it is much shorter then a car seat and if when I put on the car seat, its edge cuts into my thighs very uncomfortably and cannot be used. I tried positioning the seat with the signage forward and backward, both orientations are equally uncomfortable.

It is, however, an excellent cushion for a chair or theater/concert seats because it has a good fit for that size seat. 

It is 3" hight and compresses slightly when you sit on it. It has no straps, no anti-skid markings on the bottom. I bought it for a car, so I was disappointed but was able to re-purpose it as a chair cushion for concert halls.  It ads comfort and lift, which is helpful for a short person like me.

You can find it on Amazon by following this link.

Ali Julia review ★★★☆☆

Product review: Dreamer Car Balanced Softness Memory Foam Driver Seat Cushion Seat Pad with Adjustable Strap for short people

This is a 1-star car cushion and 3-star chair cushion  This pillow is NOT designed for a car seat, it is much shorter then a car seat and if when I put on the car seat, its edge cuts into my thighs very uncomfortably and cannot be used.  It is an ok cushion for a chair or theater/concert seats because it has the size of that seat, not a car seat.  The reason why it is not a great cushion that it compresses so much that it gives me almost no lift at all.

Its loft is about 3" hight but it compresses significantly when you sit on it. It provides very little lift. It has a strap, which works well if you are putting it on an office chair. It has a textured bottom which makes it somewhat non-slip.  I bought it for a car, so I was disappointed but was able to re-purpose it as a cushion for concert halls for my husband who is okay with not getting any lift.

You can find it on Amazon by following this link.

Ali Julia review ★★★☆☆