DreamWorks Studios’ "Real Steel " Combo Pack ( R+G) 1/31 (US/Canada)

Releasing January 24, 2012 !

FILM SYNOPSIS:

Balancing gritty action and emotional heart, “Real Steel” is an inspiring and visually stunning film that takes audiences on an action-packed journey. Washed-up boxer Charlie Kenton (Hugh Jackman) scrapes by as a small-time robot-fight promoter as he tries to make a comeback. Against all odds he eventually succeeds—at least in the eyes of his son Max (Dakota Goyo). “Real Steel” is spectacular family entertainment that will have everyone cheering again and again.

Release Formats &  3-Disc Blu-ray = $44.99 U.S./$51.99 Canada

"Real Steel" is certain to make you smile despite the stern robots you see on the cover. I initially thought it was an "all action" movie.. But it IS a family movie. With a simple storyline, infused with some action packed robot fights , Real Steel will leave you with a happy feeling towards the end. Max shares the same interest as his dad, Charlie. They both go on long adventures against all odds to make some most needed money and also win some battles.

I did not let my 3 yr old watch it as it is way too much action for him.He loved looking at the DVD sleeve and makes his own story about the robots. Hubby and I enjoyed watching it this weekend. My next door teenagers also enjoyed it and the boy loved it. It is definitely as treat for boys who likes big machines and robots.


I watched the bonus features in the DVD and the bloopers were hilarious to watch.It is interesting to know what happened behind the scenes. 


The Making of Metal Valley will give you a sneak peek on how all the complicated structures were built. The scene where Max comes sliding down ? It was so cool to see how the entire scene was shot and how much efforts went on to make it look like it is when you watch it. It is a chance to see how they producers went about setting up scenes and it is amazing to see how long it can take to shoot just a few seconds.I think this was my favorite bonus feature!


Building the Bots will take you on to show how the characters of robots were defined. Each of them have a personality and story. The bonus feature makes it more interesting to know how the robots originated from thought to screen. 

BONUS FEATURES:

3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (1 Blu-ray Disc + 1 DVD + 1 Digital Copy)

All 2-Disc Blu-ray Bonus Features

All DVD Bonus Features

2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack  (1 Blu-ray Disc + 1 DVD)

REAL STEEL SECOND SCREEN

Countdown to the Fight—The Charlie Kenton Story

Sugar Ray Leonard: Cornerman’s Champ

Deleted and Extended Scenes with introductions by Shawn Levy

—Extended “Meet Ambush”

—Deleted “Butterfly” Storyline

PLUS All DVD Bonus Features

1-Disc DVD (1 DVD)

Making of Metal Valley

Building the Bots

Bloopers

HIGH-DEFINITION & STANDARD DEFINITION DIGITAL

Sugar Ray Leonard: Cornerman’s Champ

PLUS All DVD Bonus Features 

One lucky reader will have the chance to win a combo DVD+Blue Ray pack of Real Steel right here on my blog!

Kidz-Med VeraTemp Non-Contact Thermometer (R+G) 1/31 (US/CAN)

The Kidz-Med® VeraTemp® Non-Contact Thermometer provides convenience and accuracy in a trauma-free, parent tested and FDA approved thermometer. 

• No need to touch, startle, upset or wake your child completely touch free!
• Paediatrician recommended
• Proven accuracy
• Safe, hygienic and easy to use
• Instant reading: measures temperature in the time it takes you to press the button!
• Back-lit LED display, take temperature in the dark while child is sleeping
• No probe covers needed
• Multi-Use: measures any temperature including core body temperature, nursery, bath, formula, food
• Celsius or Fahrenheit
• Affordable

I have seen similar versions of this at my local pharmacy and always walked passed it. The ones I saw looked not well-made and somehow I convinced myself that nothing can beat a normal thermometer. When I came across this Vera Non-Contact Thermometer, I wanted to try it. It looked sleek and simple to use without many complicated buttons. Not knowing what and where to press when I am in a urgent situation, is not something I would look forward to.

When it arrived, it was really sleek and very user-friendly. I liked that it came with a little pouch that can hold the thermometer when not in use. It looks like a "serious" tool. My son brought it in its bag and said"Mommy, this is not a toy". I was really glad that it was made not to look like a toy in bright colors with disney characters. I am pretty sure that such a thermometer will not last long in my house.

I had the chance to use it a couple of times and it seemed to give accurate readings. My son had fever and I did not. So just to cross check, I took my body temperature and it showed it right.I used it in the forehead. It showed a higher temperature for my son. There is an option to measure in centigrade and fahrenheit. I will mostly use it when we are sick and very unlikely to check any other temperature. But Kidz-Med suggests other uses for this thermometer.

I love the non-contact feature as it is a GREAT feature. My son hates to be woken up in his sleep and will cry his lungs out if we wake him up. So this is perfect for us! If you have little ones at home, this is something worth having.

It retails for $39.88 at Amazon.com / available at Shoppers Drug Mart and Jean Coutu in Canada.

One lucky reader will have the chance to win a Kidz-Med VeraTemp Non-Contact Thermometer right here on my blog.