Notifiblog: Saw it on TV, but does it work?

Found a site I need to bookmark: http://www.consumersearch.com/as-seen-on-tv. We get tired of those "As Seen on TV" mail order gadget adverts. But finding out if they really work can be a bit of fun.
Let's look at three:

magicJack is a device that can be plugged into a USB port to provide VoIP type of service. It costs $40 for the harware, then a $20 annual fee keeps the service going. Vonage is a big competitor for magicJack.

Verdict: Works but with limitations.

Pros

• Inexpensive
• Easy to install

Cons

• Poor customer service, technical support
• Call quality depends on Internet service
• Conflicts with other hardware, software
• Computer must be on to receive or place phone calls

"Vince" demonstrates ShamWow! as the ultimate solution for cleaning up large spills and leaks. Sadly, there's no Wikipedia article about ShamWow! that's not embedded in Vince's article. Vince, the demo guy, creeps me out, but what about the product?

Verdict: Works for SOME spills.

Pros

• Works on some spills
• Makes a decent towel
• Washable and reusable

Cons

• Not as absorbent as advertised
• Tends to smear, not absorb spills
• Rough on the skin

I just love the name of this product: The Slanket. It's the sleeved blanket product that actually beat the Snuggie to market. Slanket rules! Or does it?

Verdict: Better than Snuggie but expensive for what it is

Pros

• Comfortable
• Machine washable
• Available in various colors

Cons

• Expensive
• Some complain of backlogged orders
• Not must better than a blanket

See if you can work the word "Slanket" into a sentence today during an ordinary conversation! Extra credit if you use "Slanket" in a work-related meeting!