@PurplePawprints it's more than likely just wire connecting each outlet, no different than the cord you plug into the wall really... I think... Really we need a deMehlition done with this!
@cengland0 I don't know, something about there not being a continuous metal strip and the metal would have to be in pieces for it to expand. I don't know. I don't really understand anything about how any of it works.
@PurplePawprints I think it depends on what you are plugging into it! If you are plugging in, say, a microwave oven, a hair dryer, a toaster and an air conditioner, it would be a huge issue. However, if, like me, you are plugging in several charging adapters and a bulky cord to an LED desk light, this will work quite safely! Go for it!
@PurplePawprints I would think they would use a flexible wire between each of the outlets and not solid core wire or metal. Same concept on how you can keep flexing the cord that goes into your wall safely.
I was just thinking that I needed a few more surge protectors. That almost never happens with Meh items. With the long cords and the transformer space, they solved the top two complaints I have with these things. In for three. condemned-pervasive-harbor
Got one of these years ago in a BOC and it is a nice power strip. Considering picking up another today but didn't bite immediately.
Well built, the expanding feature is nice for wall warts, and the 12' cord is generously longer than most other power strips. Oh, wait, my review needs more exclamation points!!!!!!!!!11!!!!!
threatening-jumping-mushroom! I am in for 3! I NEED them! And a TWELVE FOOT CORD!!! and a reasonable price (but I agree two for ten would be better!!!) Meh-ny thanks!
@Collin1000 Looks like this was offered on woot once before and a representative responded to several posts stating that it does come with a lifetime warranty if you register your product. http://electronics.woot.com/forums/viewpost.aspx?postid=5332876 In one post, the customer said that it stopped working after a storm and the representative said that it reached it's end of life in that case.
This is brilliant and cheap. So I bought 3. Still won't be enough outlets for all my gadgets but then maybe I don't need so many gadgets to wear on my fuzzy-robust-wrist.
Not the greatest birthday deal, I was hoping Fuku, but at least something I wanted!
OK... slightly different, not the same old ** that is for sale every few weeks, even technology related somewhat... but maybe back in the nineties when they were more expensive and not dime a dozen like these days.
What no photo of a baby arm finger in the socket? @jont you guys are falling down on the job. The baby arm has been noticeably absent for a while. What did you guys do? Kill it?
Per Amazon's Surge Protector Guide, this protector is great for smaller electronics, but you may want something with more protection for an expensive HDTV or gaming console:
Between 1,000-2,000 joules protect: Laptop/Notebook, Tablet, Router, Printer, Power Tools
It's over 2,000 joules but it is on the lower end. Amazon sells 4,000 joule units for a few bucks more. I also have no idea how to measure joules and if that is a marketing gimmick more than real science.
None of the reviews mention anything about it working or failing in a power surge, so for $10 YMMV. But if you just need more outlets.... like most people... this is a great buy! And I was indeed in for one. :)
@Collin1000 I don't think that's how it works. The joules rating is how much energy the MOV can absorb in the event of a surge -- not how much energy your products plugged into it requires. So if you have a small spike coming into your house, even a 200 joule surge protector will give you basic protection. If you want to protect against a direct lightning strike, you will need a good insurance policy.
@cengland0 Different power strips come with different levels of "connected equipment warranty". A power strip sold with a warranty that will cover replacing an expensive TV, tends to have a few more MOVs. On digikey, a single 400 joules MOV costs less than 60 cents, when bought in quantities of a thousand or more. A power strip would need three, so the big MOVs add less than $2 to the parts cost.
@Collin1000 I had a lightning strike hit my utility pole on my property once and it came in the cable TV wire, it went in the coax and came out the HDMI ruining the DVR cable box, not to mention it ruined the HDMI switch, the blu-ray player, the DVD-R/VCR, the 50" Panasonic plasma tuner board (had to replace myself), the cable modem, and the network card in my desktop. Also the power supply in the desktop fried. Everything was plugged into standard surge protectors not that it mattered. Look when you are talking millions of volts, anything is a conductor, otherwise when it comes to power company fluctuations, anything with a varistor should work about the same. Think of this as a power strip, not a technology protection device. Also, don't use power strips with generators, they burst into flames...
@DeuceSevin something about power fluctuations. I'm just pasting the top google link here. http://www.davesieg.com/?p=226 All I know is some dude in my area burned his house down this way during a power outage. It made the news because his dog barked to wake him up due to the smoke and he and his wife got out, but they didn't save the dog.
@mehdaf Did you see this comment: "It might have been good to mention that the latest UL 1449 surge suppressor rating addresses the risk of fire by requiring resistance to sustained over-voltage, or a thermal cutoff meant to prevent the MOVs from igniting." This doesn't mean that a generator is the cause of overvoltages. A good Honda generator produces a nice consistent sine wave output but if you have a crappy generator, it could probably destroy your electronics if you didn't have a MOV.
@cengland0 I think the key there is a "good" generator, and a "good" surge protector don't have this problem. However there are plenty of both out there that would have an issue, and most people aren't aware. I just thought I would mention it since I have encountered two people first hand that have had fires as a result of surge protectors being plugged into a generator. YMMV
Dude WTF! I was contemplating and doing something else productive. Came back to buy and it's sold out. My mistake, usually I look around midnight and if I buy I do within a few minutes of researching.
Crap. I was planning on buying a couple but sold out while I was responding to other people's messages. Oh well, that will teach me to take care of myself before helping others next time.
Not shocked (pun, anyone? No? Moving on.) that these sold out, but moreso with the limited quantity and therefore doing so in 16 minutes. I thoughtfully passed on this at midnight, so no ragrets.
Man, I was saving my first meh purchase for my birthday; crossing my fingers for a useful/cheap combo but, buying none the less. Being sold out on a Sunday was not factored in. I blame @narfcake. I guess I'll wait another year.
last night i was drinking evan williams and 7up. i woke up this morning and thought... what was on Meh and did i buy one? It was a powerstrip and yes, yes i did buy one.
then I read the talkies about it and felt kinda bad cuz i don't really want another powerstrip and there are folks that do want one. i know this because of the tears, all of the sad tears from the posts above.
I don't understand how today's total is $6,188. At $10 each and $5 shipping for non-VMPs, isn't the total supposed to be a multiple of 5 or 0? How does the 8 figure in? Unless taxes are included for TX?
Specs
Condition - New
Warranty - Lifetime Ideative (documentation included in box)
Estimated Delivery: 5/15 - 5/18
Shipping: $5 or free with VMP
What’s in the Box?
1x Socket Sense expandable surge protector
1x Instructions and warranty registration
Pictures
Expanded
Contracted with cord
Scale comparison
Plugs
Price Comparison
$34.99 List, $25.49 at Amazon
Find a relevant price comparison? Please share it in a comment in this thread
Warranty
90 days
Estimated Delivery
Monday, March 18th - Friday, March 22nd
I would of been all over this if this was two for $10.
@conandlibrarian what he said
@conandlibrarian dude at least u had a chance to buy or not.... I got here by 12:20ET and it was sold out!
What? Bulky ass-plugs?
@SSteve devices where the power brick is built into the plug rather than being in the middle of the cord
@WilhelmScreamer
@SSteve Now that would be an offering with some lively forum posts.
Would buy it but I'm too lazy and too cheap
What, no flat wall plug?
I need this, but my husband has major concerns about how safe it really is....
@PurplePawprints it's more than likely just wire connecting each outlet, no different than the cord you plug into the wall really... I think... Really we need a deMehlition done with this!
@PurplePawprints Why does he think this product could be unsafe?
@PurplePawprints it's not inherently unsafe. Very sturdy build quality, I've had no issues with one I've had for probably 6 or 7 years now.
@cengland0 I don't know, something about there not being a continuous metal strip and the metal would have to be in pieces for it to expand. I don't know. I don't really understand anything about how any of it works.
@PurplePawprints I think it depends on what you are plugging into it! If you are plugging in, say, a microwave oven, a hair dryer, a toaster and an air conditioner, it would be a huge issue. However, if, like me, you are plugging in several charging adapters and a bulky cord to an LED desk light, this will work quite safely! Go for it!
@PurplePawprints I would think they would use a flexible wire between each of the outlets and not solid core wire or metal. Same concept on how you can keep flexing the cord that goes into your wall safely.
I was just thinking that I needed a few more surge protectors. That almost never happens with Meh items. With the long cords and the transformer space, they solved the top two complaints I have with these things. In for three. condemned-pervasive-harbor
Got one of these years ago in a BOC and it is a nice power strip. Considering picking up another today but didn't bite immediately.
Well built, the expanding feature is nice for wall warts, and the 12' cord is generously longer than most other power strips. Oh, wait, my review needs more exclamation points!!!!!!!!!11!!!!!
@djslack And that eleven livens things up a bit.
@djslack Wow. Should have bitten. It turns out I did want more of these.
threatening-jumping-mushroom! I am in for 3! I NEED them! And a TWELVE FOOT CORD!!! and a reasonable price (but I agree two for ten would be better!!!) Meh-ny thanks!
Looks like it's a grower not a shower.
@TerriblyHuang definitely don't use these in the shower!!!!!!!!!
Lifetime warranty? The Amazon listing says 5 years.
"Warranty Description-5 Years, additionally guarantees that a power adaptor will never obstruct a socket from use"
@Collin1000 Looks like this was offered on woot once before and a representative responded to several posts stating that it does come with a lifetime warranty if you register your product. http://electronics.woot.com/forums/viewpost.aspx?postid=5332876 In one post, the customer said that it stopped working after a storm and the representative said that it reached it's end of life in that case.
@cengland0 Ahhh, that kind of lifetime… it's warranted, as long as it's still alive!
meh. I just use my liberator extension cords to plug bulky ass adapters into a surge protector. Nice try though.
Meh!
This is brilliant and cheap. So I bought 3. Still won't be enough outlets for all my gadgets but then maybe I don't need so many gadgets to wear on my fuzzy-robust-wrist.
Not the greatest birthday deal, I was hoping Fuku, but at least something I wanted!
@Superjimtendo HBD!
@Superjimtendo HBD too!
OK... slightly different, not the same old ** that is for sale every few weeks, even technology related somewhat... but maybe back in the nineties when they were more expensive and not dime a dozen like these days.
Meh
Nice offering. Got one. Thanks.
What no photo of a baby arm finger in the socket? @jont you guys are falling down on the job. The baby arm has been noticeably absent for a while. What did you guys do? Kill it?
@Kidsandliz Baby (arm) killers!
Per Amazon's Surge Protector Guide, this protector is great for smaller electronics, but you may want something with more protection for an expensive HDTV or gaming console:
It's over 2,000 joules but it is on the lower end. Amazon sells 4,000 joule units for a few bucks more. I also have no idea how to measure joules and if that is a marketing gimmick more than real science.
None of the reviews mention anything about it working or failing in a power surge, so for $10 YMMV. But if you just need more outlets.... like most people... this is a great buy! And I was indeed in for one. :)
@Collin1000 I don't think that's how it works. The joules rating is how much energy the MOV can absorb in the event of a surge -- not how much energy your products plugged into it requires. So if you have a small spike coming into your house, even a 200 joule surge protector will give you basic protection. If you want to protect against a direct lightning strike, you will need a good insurance policy.
@cengland0 I have no idea how it works - I'm going by what Amazon lists on it's website. Hence why I said it could very well be a marketing gimmick.
@cengland0 Different power strips come with different levels of "connected equipment warranty". A power strip sold with a warranty that will cover replacing an expensive TV, tends to have a few more MOVs. On digikey, a single 400 joules MOV costs less than 60 cents, when bought in quantities of a thousand or more. A power strip would need three, so the big MOVs add less than $2 to the parts cost.
@Collin1000 I had a lightning strike hit my utility pole on my property once and it came in the cable TV wire, it went in the coax and came out the HDMI ruining the DVR cable box, not to mention it ruined the HDMI switch, the blu-ray player, the DVD-R/VCR, the 50" Panasonic plasma tuner board (had to replace myself), the cable modem, and the network card in my desktop. Also the power supply in the desktop fried. Everything was plugged into standard surge protectors not that it mattered. Look when you are talking millions of volts, anything is a conductor, otherwise when it comes to power company fluctuations, anything with a varistor should work about the same. Think of this as a power strip, not a technology protection device. Also, don't use power strips with generators, they burst into flames...
@mehdaf why would they burst into flames using a gererator?
@DeuceSevin something about power fluctuations. I'm just pasting the top google link here. http://www.davesieg.com/?p=226 All I know is some dude in my area burned his house down this way during a power outage. It made the news because his dog barked to wake him up due to the smoke and he and his wife got out, but they didn't save the dog.
@Collin1000 My goal in life is to do whatever I can to protect the family joules. The more protection, the better.
@mehdaf Did you see this comment: "It might have been good to mention that the latest UL 1449 surge suppressor rating addresses the risk of fire by requiring resistance to sustained over-voltage, or a thermal cutoff meant to prevent the MOVs from igniting." This doesn't mean that a generator is the cause of overvoltages. A good Honda generator produces a nice consistent sine wave output but if you have a crappy generator, it could probably destroy your electronics if you didn't have a MOV.
@cengland0 I think the key there is a "good" generator, and a "good" surge protector don't have this problem. However there are plenty of both out there that would have an issue, and most people aren't aware. I just thought I would mention it since I have encountered two people first hand that have had fires as a result of surge protectors being plugged into a generator. YMMV
I already have two of these and they're quite nice. Considering getting three more.
sold out as I was ordering
Dude, no fair. You sold out as I was ordering. I have a major frowny face right now, Meh.
holy mackerel that was a fast sell out
D U MEH SOLD OUT
"Brilliant design! Dude, I am thrilled!"
"Excellent. Perfect."
"Holy Cow... THE best, BAR-NONE!"
"One of the best purchases I have ever made.... I cannot be happier with this product... I can't see my day without it."
"This product is fantastic... Love, love, love this item. Don't hesitate to purchase this."
ummmm.... anybody think these folks have really low standards as to what makes 'em happy?
@alacrity umm isn't low standards consistent with meh? - just sayin'...
Sold out already? WTF?
Sold out as I was ordering. I feel punked
@aTarasZ Same here. Just when my VMP membership was finally going to come in handy. They had only 600, apparently. Not cool, Meh.
That was quick.
sold out? lame!
Dude WTF! I was contemplating and doing something else productive. Came back to buy and it's sold out. My mistake, usually I look around midnight and if I buy I do within a few minutes of researching.
Sorry it sold out!
@narfcake And it's all your fault.
@narfcake darn it narf! Why would you?!
@cengland0 @ELUNO Refer to my post in today's poll thread.
@narfcake dang it narfcake i needed one or two of those....
@narfcake Fucking Narf, or Narfing Fuck, or...whatever.
@narfcake wait wait wait, you bought 3 didnt ya?
@communist Nope. I'm apologetic because complaining to the goat wouldn't have helped.
Only 600? !!!
Where's a Meh-off when you need one?
@WaltC I'm fond of "Mehrathon," personally.
@Rowsdower I like that... Make it so!
Crap. I was planning on buying a couple but sold out while I was responding to other people's messages. Oh well, that will teach me to take care of myself before helping others next time.
That was close, I almost bought 3. Sold out saves the day!
Aww, you guys get complacent with the recent lack of sell-outing on Meh?
ok, selling out in record time is understandable if you only have 600 of these to sell .
but what's really disturbing is that y'all are on reddit...
@alacrity OP is a bundle of sticks.
Dang. Was gonna pick up a couple, but it went poof bye bye too fast. Oh well.
Well damn @narfcake you couldn't text me when they had it up? What a fine goat you turned out to be. pouts
@gommiebears Your text will come tomorrow. The time machine to make it useful is your own responsibility, though!
@gommiebears wait, it's usually around midnight EDT(EST) plus or minus depending on a server crash or service failure...
Wow! These sold out fast!
Meh only had 600 of these?!? I don't believe it
WTF? Sold out in 30 minutes?
@booboo9000 Technically 16 minutes.
Wow didn't expect to see a sell out at 1230 on a saturday
@msujp A regular crowd shuffles in.
@ACraigL There's an old man sitting next to me...
wow comment
Got 1, now wishing I'd picked up another cause they sold out. Only 600? What a tease! Eloquent-talkative-templar
16 minutes later: i hate you so much, california. AND I LIVE IN YOU.
So: another instantly sold out product, another meh-button click.
@jiltant If it weren't for all those east coast folks buying up so many! ...
damn guys. i was watching the fight and missed out. now im double sad.
You guys couldn't even wait until after the fight to sell out!?!? WORST WOOTOFF EVER!!!
To the meh staff: you can all go home now.
Winner's, I'm too late, sell what they want, all gone. But I don't pass up helicopters.
I want my $5for free shipping back- half the time sold-out is all I can purchase!
@burnclown What meh needs to sell is a "sold out" sign ...
These comments got me feelin like I finally got in on a fuku.
pale-flattering-meal.
@Romulux For someone that is 73, she looks awesome. She doesn't look pulled and yet her skin doesn't look crepe-y like.
I wonder if @snapster is sad over not buying 6000 of these surge protectors instead of 600
@wishod Maybe he did buy 6,000 but someone data entered the quantity available as 600. It's possible.
Not shocked (pun, anyone? No? Moving on.) that these sold out, but moreso with the limited quantity and therefore doing so in 16 minutes. I thoughtfully passed on this at midnight, so no ragrets.
@ACraigL
Good meh stuff. Seems like you're finally starting to hit your stride. These you need more of. Useful, and cheap, signals sell out every time.
Man, I was saving my first meh purchase for my birthday; crossing my fingers for a useful/cheap combo but, buying none the less. Being sold out on a Sunday was not factored in. I blame @narfcake. I guess I'll wait another year.
@one_two3456 Sorry. Happy birthday!
(this shirt is also sold out.)
@one_two3456 From one fellow May 3rder to another Happy Birthday!
@narfcake Now, I can't decide to curse or thank you. (you should take blame for that as well)
last night i was drinking evan williams and 7up. i woke up this morning and thought... what was on Meh and did i buy one? It was a powerstrip and yes, yes i did buy one.
then I read the talkies about it and felt kinda bad cuz i don't really want another powerstrip and there are folks that do want one. i know this because of the tears, all of the sad tears from the posts above.
I don't understand how today's total is $6,188. At $10 each and $5 shipping for non-VMPs, isn't the total supposed to be a multiple of 5 or 0? How does the 8 figure in? Unless taxes are included for TX?
@hammi99 Yep, taxes. The rest of us are (supposed) to pay use tax at year's end.
@hammi99 Taxes and some crazy people don't buy VMP, so they pay for shipping.
What the hell, Meh? Why no funny last picture for this one?
@Bingo I feel like there's an image missing, actually.
@Bingo There's a distinct lack of meh staffers in this thread, too. pokes @jont
@Knightp you noticed that as well huh? He must have had something fun going on this weekend...
@Knightp - It's 'cause I sent them all home when the item sold out ;-)
I think they're known for calling it in on weekends, because there's not as much traffic on the site. (Consider the earthworms).