Beware of ODesk Scammers

Quick fact: there are clients in ODesk who will try to enlist your service by tricking you into writing for them outside the ODesk platform without the intent to pay.

This has happened to me.

I am a ghostwriter with two years experience in writing books for a company in my country. The said company takes in orders from clients from the UK and the US and distribute them to the writers. The company has a group of editors and sets a high standard for quality.

When I started, I thought writing for the rate they offer ($2.5/1000 words) was lucrative. I found out later that you cannot compute for your potential income in a month by assuming that you could write a ridiculously large amount of words in a day. (I initially though I could finish a typical book of 4000 words in a day).

For two years, though, my company never failed me. Whenever I request for payment, they pay.

Venturing on ODesk

A year after I started writing for my company, I have already created an account on ODesk. A friend of mine tried to convince me to write for them because they are writing for a client. I saw ODesk on his Facebook account and visited the site. However, because of the ease of payment in my company and because the payment process in ODesk seems complex and daunting to me, I decided not to dedicate a lot of my attention and effort to it. Nevertheless, I tried to update my account and take some tests on the site even though I have not sent any application yet or planned to send one during that time.

After two years, though, I began to understand the concept of ghostwriting. Thinking that I have been trained enough, I tried venturing out to ODesk.

ODesk is teeming with opportunities. I sent a number of applications to clients and received invitations for interview. Most of them, though offers the same rate with my company so I declined.

One day I received a message from a certain Oscar Bradley welcoming me on his team.

I was skeptical because I was never invited for an interview. I responded, though, and added him (or his VA) on gmail. The reason why I entertained him is because of the prospect of finishing a job for him and receiving my first (positive) feedback. I was upfront about it with him and told him that I would want him to accept my application on ODesk and start a contract. He told me that he has issues with his account and that if I insist with that, he would be forced to find another writer. I was hesitant but because I thought would not lose anything much, I agreed to writing a test article. The test article was reviewed and I was informed that it passed. He also told me that I would get payment for the test articles.

As my first task, he assigned me to 10 180-word articles. I write 500-words or more in an hour so I submitted the articles, proofread and perfect for submission, in less than an hour and a half. He was pleased and assigned me to 120 150-word articles and gave me a 24 hour deadline. That was 18,000 words and in my writing speed, I can finish that in 36 hours without rest. I wrote for it and submitted each article that I wrote every time I finish them. It took me three days.

He then assigned me to reviews of 5,500 words. Reviews are fine. As long as you have access to user reviews and the features of the product, you can write a decent review about it. I finished it in 8 hours.

He then assigned me to a 4,000-word article. The instructions were clear—it was an e-book. Unlike other articles, e-books have higher standards. The contents must be based on facts which can be verified and the book must be proofread thoroughly and checked for grammar and spelling issues before submission. I know this because I was a ghostwriter for  e-books for two years. E-book clients for ODesk generally give 7-10 days for a book. He gave me 24 hours. I wrote the book as fast as I could, proofread it and submitted. I received no feedback so I thought I made a good job.

He, then, assigned me to another book. A technical one (about Physics) which is difficult and expected me to finish it again within 24 hours. I wrote the book, finished it and never even tried to proofread it. Still, I received no feedback. This got me wondering.

On the next six days, he assigned me to more books and I accepted it without hesitation.

Payment

During the initial chat via Google+, payment method were discussed. I asked him about his payment method and schedule. He told me that payment will be twice a month. In other companies, payment schedule is fixed regardless of the amount of work you did or the number of days you worked. I started on the 16th of January and was told that payment is scheduled on the 30th.

On the 30th, he just accepted my submission and assigned me another task. So I asked about the payment. This is when he started acting weird. He typed in capital letters and gave excuses. That was when I understood that I was not going to receive payment for the work I did.

I wrote 70,000 words and received nothing. That was the most tiresome lesson I have learned.

Acid Alkaline Diet for Beginners

I wrote this book on January 16, 2015 and submitted it to a client from ODesk named John Brocas. He made me write for 15 days with e-books that have 24-hour deadlines. I wrote 70,000 words for him and never got paid so I'm publishing this with the intent of warning his clients that they enlisted the services of a scammer. This work is published to claim the rights for it. 

The mechanisms and operations of the body are guided by a set of homeostatic processes. This state of equilibrium includes a normal balance and blood concentration of various compounds, hormones and enzymes designed to operate optimally at certain blood pH. Although blood and body pH are designed to be slightly alkaline, there are instances when the pH of the blood and of the body are made slightly acidic from various factors such as diet, stress and exposure to pollutants.

This condition cannot be prolonged and must be addressed because if allowed for a long time, it encourages the growth of fungus and various organisms that produce acidic toxins. These toxins can interfere with the normal processes within the body producing more toxins, interfering with body functions, slowing down metabolism and facilitating the growth of cancer cells.

Outlined in this book is the ways in which the pH of the body can be returned to its normal alkaline state. Various foods suggestions as well as alternatives are given in order to produce an alkaline body through diet. There is also suggestion on how to incorporate an alkaline-based diet into one’s lifestyle.

This book opens you to a healthy alternative diet and lifestyle, which would help you boost your immune system, lower your chances for some forms of cancer and improve your metabolism.

 ACIDITY LEVEL AND HEALTH

In order to function properly, the body needs to be in a certain form of chemical balance. This chemical balance results in the blood being slightly basic. In order to function properly such pH level must be maintained. The human body is built with a strong homeostatic mechanism and has great sensitivity to blood pH. Whenever something causes the blood pH to be slightly decreased or increase, the body responds with various processes in order to bring the pH level back to normal.

The body maintains this level of pH because various compounds and enzymes in the body are more stable at this state. Beyond the acceptable pH range, some proteins become denatured or are destroyed and cannot do their functions while some enzymes become deactivated. If this condition is prolonged, death becomes inevitable.

Weight and acidity

Studies reveal that weight and the pH level of the blood are connected. In a study conducted investigating the fat and blood acidity connection, it was found out that the body produces fat as a response to an increased acidity in the blood. That means, in order to normalize the acidity within the cells in the body, the body compensates by producing fat cells. Furthermore, based from this, we can deduce that fat cells are actually a response that benefits the body. It could be construed, therefore, that in order to remove fats (and reduce weight), one needs to normalize his acidity level first.

For systems who are incapable of producing fat cells to compensate for the acidity in the blood, the acidity in the blood results to an overall acidic environment in the body particularly in the digestive system. This acidic environment favors the growth of fungi and yeast, which feeds on the food consumed by an individual. A study reveals that this leads to as much as 50% reduction to the nutrients absorbed from food. This has caused people to become thin. With little nutrients absorbed, the body cannot have enough of protein to build and repair cells or assist in the production of various enzymes and hormones, which are used for various functions of the body.

In order for the normal operation of the body to be restored, the pH of the body must be brought into normal range (between 7.38 and 7.42), too.

Immune System Performance

When the body is below the comfortable range of pH (when it is slightly acidic), various processes in the body are hampered—including the normal immune response. Furthermore, an acidic environment favors the production of toxins and deprives cells of oxygen. Thus, proteins are poorly digested which causes reactions that lead to allergies.

Energy level and blood acidity

One of the most notable manifestations of the acidity of the body is fatigue or lethargy. A slightly acidic body produces numerous toxins, which interfere with the normal mechanism of the absorption of minerals and proteins. Without sufficient supply of these nutrients, the body is unable to reconstruct itself and facilitate cellular division at a rate sufficient to compensate with the demands of an acidic body. This equates to poor energy, low endurance and the inability of the muscles to function well.

Diabetes and Acidity

The pancreatic juice released by the pancreas (at 8.8) is one of the most basic compounds synthesized and released within the body. When the body does not have enough calcium ions for it, the body is incapable of producing this juice. When this happens, the body, then, finds it difficult to maintain its usual pH levels resulting in the accumulation of waste products in the insulin receptor sites of each cells. In a normal body, because of the alkaline environment, these waste products are effectively neutralized or are washed off into the bloodstream allowing the sites to be free from insulin response.

EFFECTS OF TOO MUCH ACID IN THE BODY

The state of having too much acid in the body is called acidosis. Two forms of acidosis occurs in the body: metabolic and respiratory. Metabolic acidosis occurs when there is too much acid or the body produces more acid than usual while respiratory acidosis occurs when the body has less oxygen or has more carbon dioxide in the body. Carbon dioxide is a byproduct of metabolic processes. A body that has problems with the respiratory system cannot get rid of carbon dioxide and take in oxygen. When the body is in acidic state, various illnesses happen in the body:

Upset Stomach

One of effects of an acidic body is an upset stomach. People with acidic body feels nauseated and may vomit as a result. Appetite is also decreased and digestion is affected.

Fatigue and Lethargy

A healthy body has efficient systems that could produce energy efficiently from the food consumed and from various sources. A body under acidic environment is incapable of generating energy from the foods consumed.

Respiratory Problems

As one of the consequences of high blood levels of acid, one may feel difficulty in breathing. High levels of carbon dioxide in the blood prompts the body to breath more to eliminate this toxic substance from the body. In severe forms of acidosis, one may sustain health-related problems which could lead to fatal complications.

Confusion

During acidosis, the body gets insufficient amount of oxygen. Without sufficient amount of oxygen, the neurons cannot function properly. This leads to an unusual feeling of confusion and anxiety. Vertigo caused by acidosis interferes with day-to-day activity and makes it difficult to conduct one’s daily task.

Shock, coma and death

If acidosis persists for a long time, various cells and organs in the body sustain damage, which eventually results to them failing in the end. Acidosis also results to decrease in the blood pressure to a point where the body cannot function normally called a state of shock. This leads to dizziness, profuse sweating, chest pain, restlessness and pale skin. The body who sustains acidosis for a short time can sustain damage long enough that the body can no longer keep up. This eventually leads to coma and death.

BENEFITS OF PROPERLY ALKALIZED BODY

The body is naturally designed for peak performance and operation at certain levels of pH. When this pH is altered to something less than that of the ideal range, the body begins to fall into disarray. Consequently, when this normal pH range is restored, they body begins to enter a reparative state were the body is restored to its normal functions from the cellular level.

The following are some of the benefits of a properly alkalized body:

-          Greater resistance against common cold. An acidic environment promotes the growth of yeast, fungi and bad bacteria.  Furthermore, the immune function is weakened or diminished during this state. Thus, the body is unable to fight infections even the minor ones. The body, on the other hand, when in alkalized state promotes the growth of good bacteria thus limiting or keeping the population of bad bacteria in check. The performance of the immune system is also bolstered thereby enabling the body to resist infection more.

-          Helps prevent cancer. If the body is acidic, oxygen absorption and utilization drops thereby slowing down or stopping metabolic processes. This condition leads to the growth of cancer cells. An alkalized body, however, facilitates healthy cell turnover, which is the key to cancer prevention.

-          Healthy weight. As demonstrated previously, the acidity of the body greatly influences fat storage and weight management. Fruits and vegetables are among the foods that are capable of restoring the normal slightly-basic state of the body. Processed foods, however, containing refined carbohydrates, simple sugar and alcohol tend to nudge the body into a harmful acidic state. It is a established fact that even without the application of the principles of acidity and alkalinity, fruits and vegetables, which are sources of fiber, nutrients and complex carbohydrates are instrumental in maintaining a healthy weight. Foods that are high in calories from carbohydrates, on the other hand, tend to slow down the metabolism, causes hunger and craving and results to obesity in the end.

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MAINTAINING PH BALANCE THROUGH DIET

Although there are, many factors that could affect the acidity of the blood, the food and fluids that we consume (being included in those factors) are among those which we could control. To ensure a proper pH balance, one should do the following:

Divert from the Usual Breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it is the meal after eight hours of fasting. That does not mean, however, that your first meal of the day should be filled with sugary foods, however. Examples of the usual foods eaten during breakfast that could increase the acidity of the blood are carbohydrate foods such as breakfast cereals, toast, pancakes muffins, waffles, sweet rolls, honey, orange juice, coffee and muffins.

Load up on Yellow and Dark Green Vegetables

Not only are these vegetables rich in dietary fiber which helps flush out toxins from the intestines and help slow down the absorption of carbohydrates, they are also rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals which causes the body to achieve a slightly alkaline state—its normal state. Furthermore, they are good sources of alkaline salts that has antifungal, antibacterial and antimycotoxic properties. In addition, chlorophyll, which is considered to be plant’s blood are abundant in leafy vegetables which cleanses the body of toxins and impurities. Lastly, green foods (e.g. barley grass and wheat grass) are among the foods with high nutrient value yet with the lowest caloric and sugar content. You can include them in salads or, for convenience and for easy consumption, in the form of juice.

Prefer low carb vegetables, grains and legumes

Although they are complex because the carbohydrates are mixed in with other nutrients making every gram of food valuable than refined versions, still, complex carbohydrates are extremely acidifying. Experts agree that foods should contain only as much as 20% of complex carbohydrates and that they should be eaten in moderation. To keep the percentage of carbohydrates at these safe levels, consider low carbohydrate vegetables such as celery, cucumber, eggplant, cabbage, Brussel sprouts, spinach, kale lettuce, onions, okra, green peppers, squash, garlic, parsley and radish. To gauge the quality of a complex carbohydrate, use its color as a reference. The brighter the color is, the more nutrient a carbohydrate vegetable contains. As for legumes, ensure that you consume only fresh legumes as much as possible since stored ones can contain mycotoxins and breeds fungi. Even stored grains should be avoided as molds and fungi which produce mycotoxins tend to grow on them over time. The ideal storage conditions for this are dry and cold temperature with air as dry as possible to discourage the growth of molds. If these conditions are not met, then do not consider eating stored grains if there are still alternatives.

Feast of sprouts

The more mature a sprout is the greater are their alkaline properties. Make it a habit to grow and include sprouts in your daily diet. Not only are they easy to grow (they can be easily grown in the kitchen at any season); they are also biogenic foods which means that they tend to transfer their life energy to us.

Increase the consumption of alkali-forming foods and reduce the consumption of acid-forming foods

Alkali-forming foods can be as tasty and delectable as the (junk) acid-forming foods when prepared correctly. Since they are fast and easy sources of energy, our body tend to have a taste for them. Gradually, however, as you move your system towards a more alkali-based one, you will develop a taste for alkali-forming foods. One of the best way to take advantage of the substances and nutrients in the vegetables that could encourage alkaline state is to resort to juicing. Juicing breaks down every cell of the plant material into its simplest component that are easily absorbed and used by body. Juicing affords you the benefit you can get from plants minus the taste you are not used to yet. Overtime, as you develop a taste for it, you can combine eating vegetables with juicing. On the other hand, you should avoid foods that form acid in the body such as those derived from animals, dairy products, refined starch and grains and most fruits, which have high concentrations of sugar.

Be wary with your sources of protein

Protein is vital in daily operations of the body in its reparative and restorative operations. However, proteins derived from animals are mostly acid forming. The protein that our body requires for optimum performance can be met by vegetables since the protein from animal sources is usually more than our needs. Although it is not advisable that we eradicate animal foods totally from our diet, it should be wiser to minimize them, however.

Replace water with Alkaline water

Water is the nutrient humans need constantly. It is said that humans can go on for days without food but is incapable of survival without water for 3 days (at most). Purified water is completely neutral at a pH of 7. Some forms of water are made acidic by some dissolved minerals. Neutral water, however, can be made alkaline by dissolving various form of concentrated solutions or salts available in the market today. If you are serious with consuming Alkaline water, you can invest on home machines which converts normal water into its Alkaline form.

Eliminate Yeast Containing Foods

This may not sound altogether appealing to you since most delicious foods are made with yeast such as muffins, pies, cakes, pastries and bread. Studies of countries, which load up on yeast-containing foods, have had high correlations with the prevalence of breast cancer. In comparison, countries which does not have a high consumption of yeast-containing foods such as Japan has lower incidence of the disease. Although the results are still inconclusive, still the correlations suggested by the study are alarming. Furthermore, the correlations

Eliminate Dairy Products

Milk has hidden sugars in the form of lactose and contains yeast, fungus, molds and mycotoxins, which can compromise one’s health. Lactose is one of the substances that can feed the fungus in the body. Loading up with dairy products and lactose-containing foods is unwise as it can encourage the growth of these toxin producing organisms that can further put the body into acidic state and meddle with the bodies various homeostatic processes.

Eliminate or limit Fungus foods

They contain mycotoxins which are detrimental to health. There is no such thing as a good mushroom only those with little amounts of toxins that has no observable and immediate effects on the body. The truth, however, is that on molecular levels, the body gradually sustains damage from its ingestion which can be manifested later through diseases after the body has sustained a considerable amounts of damage already.

Refrain from Alcoholic Beverages

Wines and alcoholic beverages such as beers, whiskey rum, vodka, gin and brandy are produced with the interaction of anaerobic microorganisms that produce mycotoxins as metabolites. They must be avoided at all cost because they do not only add burden to each cells and organs such as the brain, lungs, kidneys and liver but they also cause the system to be acidic which favor the growth of fungi and organisms that produce more mycotoxins.

ALKALINE-PROMOTING FOODS

A body which is acidic can be prone to various disease especially if left untreated for a long time. The body can be returned to normal, state, however, with simple tweaks. Here are a list of foods that can be consumed to restore the body to the normal pH:

1. Almonds and its milk

Instead of dairy products, you can opt for a more healthy almonds milk as a substitute. Almonds milk are not only better alternatives but brings with them a roster of good effects, too. Because of its high protein content, the food is associated with increased muscle mass, lower cholesterol levels and fat loss. Almonds need not be consumed in large quantities in order for you to benefit from it. You only need to include it in your diet. Additionally, each 100-gram serving contains 27% Calcium, 25% iron and 44% protein.

2. Amaranth

This unfamiliar grain is filled with alkaline forming compounds as well as high quality protein. There are plenty of recipes available online to help you prepare for delicious meal with this alkaline-forming grain.

3. Artichokes

Not only are artichokes perfect for salads and as an ingredient in dip, they are also best included in diets and dishes. Artichokes increase the body’s pH levels, neutralize, and remove acidic toxins. Artichokes are rich in antioxidants, which are used to clean the liver and aids in digestion. They are best included in salads with green leafy vegetables.

4. Arugula

Because of this vegetable’s ability to neutralize toxins and acidic compounds, it is usually included in a detox program and diet. This food is filled with alkaline-producing beta-carotene, which has antioxidant properties, too. This product is rich in calcium which makes it an ideal calcium-rich substitute to dairy products.

5. Asparagus

When it comes to food that can neutralize body’s acidity, nothing beats asparagus. In addition, it has strong antioxidant properties, rich in nutrients and is an excellent detoxifier. Some even notes the anti-ageing properties of this vegetables, which makes this vegetables a nice addition to the menu.

6. Avocado & avocado oil

Avocadoes are considered superfoods because of their high potassium content and healthy fat. This food can make the body alkaline in addition to its cholesterol-lowering effect.

7. Basil

Even spices can have a great effect on the ability of the food to acidify or alkalize the body. Basil is one of the alkaline-producing spices which contain flavonoids which assist the body’s natural healing process.

8. Beetroot

Beetroots are good sources of phytonutrient betalain, which has anti-cancer effects. This is one of the foods that can effectively raise the blood’s pH restoring its natural alkaline properties. You can include this into your foods as side dish or you can steam it.

9. Broccolli

Brocolli is a rich source of the alkaline form of Vitamin C as well as calcium (highly alkalizing) and vitamin A. Broccolli is an essential addition to a diet if you want to maintain an alkaline body.

10. Brussels Sprout

Brussel sprouts are one of the healthiest of the vegetables. They have been observed to neutralize pH levels of the body and the neutralize various toxic compounds in the body. They contain a variety of nutrients with particularly high percentage of vitamin C.

11. Buckwheat

This food can be used as a gluten-free substitute for most foods that are usually prepared with wheat. Alkalizing versions of buckwheat noodles can be an alternative to the usual acidifying and high-carbohydrate ones. Furthermore, buckwheat has high fiber, iron, calcium and protein contents making this an ideal low-calorie, gluten-free and alkalizing alternative.

12. Cabbage

There are a number of delicious recipes that would enable you to benefit from the alkalizing effect of this vegetable. Because of its alkaline properties, cabbage has been shown to have anti-cancer effects in addition to its high fiber content and low caloric load.

13. Carrots

Carrots are not only good for the eyes and skin because of its high beta carotene contents. They can be consumed raw or added to various food preparations. They are particularly high in Vitamin A, fiber, potassium and other compounds that can neutralize body’s acidity.

14. Cauliflower

This vegetable is a source of alkaline version of vitamin C which is more bioavailable than the acidic form. It is easy to prepare an can neutralize various acidic compounds and toxins in the body which makes this a good addition to salads.

15. Celery

Celery may not taste good but it is the most alkaline of the vegetables and has low calories. There are many preparations that could render the taste of this food bearable. You can pulverize it, make it into a smoothie or add it to some foods and salads.

16. Chia

These seeds have a lot of benefits. They have particularly high pH and can normalize the body’s pH in no time. This can be added in soups or added to smoothie.

17. Chives.

It is high time that you add chives to your food because they are among the many vegetables that has healing properties and could normalize ones pH. You can be added to various dishes and are good at flavoring up various meal.

18. Cilantro

This small leaves can normalize the body’s pH in no time. Not only can these leaves normalize the pH, they can also lower the cholesterol and can aid to digestion.

19. Coconut

Fresh coconuts are good sources of healthy fatty acids and are surprisingly highly alkaline. Coconut itself can be eaten raw because they are tasty. They can also be added to foods and can add flavor to most foods.

20. Collard Green

The secret to pH normalizing food is the color. The greener the food is, the more is its ability to neutralize acidity. This vegetable is high in Vitamin A, can neutralize acidity and can help stave off cancer.

21. Cucumber

This is the usual part of salads and can be made into delicious pickled cucumber. This has high alkalizing properties and are best included in various dishes and recipes.

22. Cumin

There are only small list of spices in the world that are capable of keeping the body in alkaline state. Most spices are acidic and can cause the body to assume an acidic state. Cumin is one of those that you could use to flavor your food without the acidic effects. Next time you go for shopping, try to add this to your card and use it to your food. This can neutralize not only the acidity in your body but some of the acidic ingredients in foods, as well.

23. Eggplant

Eggplant is one of the most versatile vegetables in the market. Not only is it good in various dishes but has excellent alkalizing effects as well.

Conclusion

You just finished reading about the ways on how to tweak your diet in order to achieve an alkaline state or body. The hosts of health benefits are upon you now. Gone were the days for poor food choices and acidic body.

The next step is to incorporate what you learned from this into your lifestyle and allow the information you gained to guide you in choosing healthy food alternatives. If you lead an alkaline based lifestyle, you will gradually notice the changes and the benefits as you will gain more energy and more resistance towards stress. Your immune system will be boosted, too, which will give you the ability to resist certain forms of diseases and to recover from them easily.

BEST TRAIL CAMERA REVIEW

You need the best trail cameras with the best features in the market to make the most out of scouting an area for gaming. However, with the multitude of cameras available and the similarity in their features, you could be at lost. Fortunately, this review will guide you in selecting the best trail camera for your needs.

Among the cameras to choose from are:

Stealth Cam STC-P12 6.0 Megapixel Digital Scouting Camera, Tree Bark, Right

Stealth cameras are built to scout an area, to watch wildlife or to keep a record of what is happening in your place. The Stealth Cam STC-P12 is capable of all of that and more.

Although most scouting cameras are almost similar when it comes to the quality of images they take during the day, a few excel with the quality of images they take at night. Stealth Cam STC-P12, with its amazing 12 IR emitters, which extends to 50 feet, yields one of the best shots at during low-light conditions.

With its 6.0 megapixel camera, one can take sufficient crisp and detailed images of an area with time and date stamps. This is also perfect for scouting an area for wildlife as it has moon phase stamps, which afford a person to observe animals and their behaviors relative to the phase of the moon, and to the amount of moonlight produced in an area.

Furthermore, it is housed in a 3-D Camo Housing and does not interfere with the natural activity of the wildlife in an area.

GSM Stealth Cam G42 No-Glo Trail Game Camera STC-G42NG

With its 10 MP camera, HD video capture capability and a 100-feet range, GSM Stealth Cam is perfect for those who have high standards when it comes to assessing the quality of the captured image.

The GSM Stealth Cam also features 42 Black IR Emitters living up to its “no glow” claim and enabling it to capture stunning and perfect frames at night at high resolution. Its high sensitivity to light enables it to capture images at night in remarkable details. The IR emitters reach a whopping 100 feet, too, giving infrared vision of creatures for a distance even at night.

It can also capture HD videos from 5-180 seconds at 16:9 aspect ratio, which makes this product ideal for both taking images and videos either at night or in the day. Other features include sub-1 second trigger, which allows it to capture fast moving insects, and blur reduction.

The case of and the camera itself is built to last and can withstand high temperatures and extreme weather conditions without having the quality of both its output and performance affected.

Simmons Whitetail Trail Camera with Night Vision (4MP) Simmons Whitetail Trail Camera with Night Vision (6MP)

Built with ease and simplicity of operation, date stamping and a half-a-year battery life, Simmons Whitetail Train Cameras (4MP and 6MP) are perfect for scouting an area for hunting.

With its low glow LEDs (15 for the 4MP version and 18 for the 6MP version) and a long range (25 feet and 30 feet, respectively), Simmons Whitetail Trail Camera can take stunning pictures of wildlife in an area with great details, excellent clarity and precise color definitions either in a day or at night.

It has highly sensitive motion-activated sensors making this camera ideal for maximizing the storage capacity of an SD Card. Furthermore, it can support SD cards of up to 32GB.

Its best quality is its long battery life, which can last for 6 to seven months. If you are surveying many areas and do not have the time to check on them regularly, you can choose this camera. With the motion-sensing mode, you can capture images continuously for weeks and months without having the storage filled or the battery drained.

Browning Strike Force Sub Micro 10MP Game Camera

Animals are alerted at the slightest sound or hind of light and flee. With a slow camera, you could always easily lose your subject. Investing on a slow camera would only give you blank (or dark) images and frustration.

Fortunately, the new Browning Strike Force camera is one of the fastest cameras out there at 0.67-second  trigger time.

Its camera flash with a remarkable 100-foot range coupled with its lightning-fast  trigger time, and its 10MP camera are perfect for capturing animals high definition images at night. It even allows HD video capture with sound from 5 – 120 seconds in duration.

In addition, it has a high-quality  detection circuit and takes pictures from the trigger of the slightest movement it can detect.

If you want a camera that takes incredibly high-definition  images and video, which has decent battery life, durable box, high-quality flash with long-range and zero frustration, you can opt to buy one (or more) Browning Strike Force cameras. They are efficient, reliable and lives up to expectation. Definitely worth your money and your time.

Stealth Cam G30 Triad Armed 8mp Trail Camera

If you want to be impressed with a scouting camera's video quality, durability, performance and battery life—opt for the new Stealth Cam G30 Triad Camera, and you will never want or need any other camera for surveillance again.

It can take great pictures of either 2, 4 or eight mega pixels and can take an HD video with sound from 5-180 seconds.

Its 30 IR emitters which have a reach of 80 feet and its reflex trigger of half a second along with its advanced blur reduction technology give this camera the ability to capture images or video in amazingly fine details at any lighting condition (e.g. daylight, low light or at night) without any issues or problem.

The camera is even secured in its shell that is both sturdy yet easy to open. The port and SD card slot is strategically positioned, too, to allow easy and convenient access. It can support an SD card of up to 32 GB of capacity and features password encryption to protect your data.

This camera is a great deal. You will not find anything like it. Buy one and you will not regret.

Bushnell 8MP Trophy Cam HD Hybrid Trail Camera with Night Vision, Brown

Although appearance does not necessarily correlate to quality and performance when it comes to gadgets, still, sometimes it reflects the dedication of the company to quality. That is the case with Bushnel Trophy Camera.

This camera is perhaps the best that there is in the market, today. Not only is its external appearance enticing but its features and performance are equally grandiose as well.

Its 8MP camera can  shoot high-quality  pictures in full color and can take up to 1-3 images per trigger. This feature alone separates this camera to any other cameras of the same type. It is capable of capturing amazingly clear and detailed images in whatever lighting conditions.

Its battery life is its sweetest feature as it can last up to a year. That means, you do not have to trouble yourself with any other operation than just acquiring and reviewing the images as well as replacing the memory card. It can hold an SD card of up to 32 Gb in capacity.

If you are attracted to it, do not feel bad. It is attractive—inside and out.

Simmons 6 MP ProHunter No Glow LED Trail Camera with Night Vision

You cannot get wrong with a camera as long as it takes high-quality  full-color  resolution, it has time, date and moon phase stamps, has a great sensor with an excellent range and cannot be detected. So is with Simmons 6 MP ProHunter.

Its 32 LEDs is undetectable by animals or other hunters—a feature that most scouting cameras do not possess. It can capture images even at night where there is extremely low-light conditions and can even take videos at 640x480 resolution.

Because it is undetectable at night due to its black LED, when fitted with camouflaging extras and equipments, this camera is not only good for surveying animals, it can also be used for security surveillance in a property.

Its battery life is great and can last up to nine months thus enabling you to install this is virtually any place—even in difficult to reach one without having to maintain it or access it as frequently.

For scouting animals or for any other purpose, Simmons ProHunger Camera is worthy of your attention.

ScoutGuard 85-Feet Long Range SG565F-8M White Flash Night Color Trail Scouting Hunting Game Camera

Sometimes you find products that are far better than their already astounding advertised features. Sometimes you find ScoutGuard Camera.

When a long range of flash and motion detection is combined with white flash and an 8 MP camera, what you get are pictures that are so good it might even bring you to tears. That is true with ScoutGuard Camera. It has a detection range of 85 feet and a flash range of 73 feet—features that will make other cameras shy out in comparison.

No need to use no glow black LEDs. White light for flash does not scare away creatures because they mimic the naturally-occurring  lightning flash. Even if the animals, like deer, decide to run after a flash, its lightning-fast  trigger will prompt the camera to capture an image long before the creatures decide to do it.

In comparison to its power, its range and the quality it can offer, no can blame you if you get astounded by knowing that it can last up to 6,000 flashes (on Lithium battery).

You get what you want with it—quality, features that are better than those published and satisfaction. You get what you expected from it. Now it is time you get one.

Browning Trail Camera - Dark Ops

If you want military-grade stealth qualities and performance when it comes to scouting cameras, choose the latest Browning Trail Camera.

You will not get wrong with its invisible infrared flash with its range of 70 feet. Not only will animals (and even hunters) not notice that you are on the watch, they will not also avoid the flash with its long range. Darkness and distance will not cover them or their tracks—not even speed. With its lighting fast trigger time of 0.67, their brains might decide the act of fleeing but the Browning Train Camera is so fast, their image is already stored in its memory long before their muscles could react.

It can also capture images of premium quality and shoot 5-120 seconds of HD videos with sound. With the bonus Browning Buck software, you can review the images and the videos captures in time-lapse view.

It is made of durable material with design that enables it to blend with the surrounding ensuring that its safety either from harsh environmental and weather conditions, extreme temperature and from attacks from animals or people.

You want your tracks covered. They want their tracts covered. They won’t succeed. You would with Browning Train Camera. Definitely worth your money.

Bushnell 8MP Trophy Cam HD Bone Collector Edition Black LED Trail Camera with Night Vision

It might have a look that could put you at your knees in awe, but Bushnel Trophy Camera is more than that.

With its 8 MP high quality camera which can shoot images at an astoundingly lucid details and capture video at 1280x720 pix, your scouting experience will be both colorful and worthwhile.

It has sensitive motion sensors, which are able to detect movement  60^o to both sides. It robust appearance is equally much by its durability as this device is capable of withstanding temperatures from -5 degrees to 140 degrees Fahrenheit and harsh weather conditions such as a storm without sustaining considerable damage to its important parts and without affecting its performance.

Its battery can last up to a year. Thus, you will not have to worry about maintaining it or keeping it safe—just your scouting-related activities.

Its design and pattern enables this device to blend in well with any habitat at any times of the year rendering this camera the most effective scouting camera in the market suitable for various applications such as tracking game, security surveillance or for monitoring wildlife.

Moultrie PANORAMIC 150 Game Camera

When you scout an area personally, you will see most details at a time at an overlapping visual angle of 130^o (not including your peripheral vision). Thus, when you enlist the scouting services of a camera, you want to get as much detail as you would with your eye. You will not find any camera in the market today capable of capturing high-resolution images with a high degree of detail at a panoramic view of 150^o than the latest Moultrie PANORAMIC 150 Game Camera.

The new Moultrie PANORAMIC 150 Game Camera is also fitted with three motion sensors to compliments its wide vision angle with the same 150-degree detection range.

It can also be made to operate into 5 modes: IR triggered, Time-lapse, Motion Detection, HD video capture by day and HD video capture by night.

Its design enables it to fit well and safely in a tree and blend in with the surroundings. It can produce stunningly clear and vibrant images with its 8.0 megapixel camera and operates well both in the day and in the night.

You deserve so much from a camera. Those needs can be provided for by Moultrie Panoramic Camera. Why not try it to believe?

Hunten Outdoors GSC35 - 50IR 5.0 MP Black Flash IR Game Camera

Scouting cameras do not serve a one-night purpose. Wildlife thrives, threats abound or hunter may be threating an area at any time. Thus, you need something that could last you virtually a lifetime. Hunten Outdoors Cameras are built for durability and could last for years without much maintenance.

Unlike other cameras, which rely on battery for power, Hunten Outdoors Camera features a port for solar panels in addition to batteries for you to have an option for power source. This means your camera could keep operating for as long as it can and will keep storing images as long as there is available storage space in the SD card.

It features a Black Flash, too—an IR flash undetectable to most animals and humans. It has a sensor of 60 feet, which enables it to capture 1.3 MP of high-clarity images at night. It can also capture a decent 5.0 MP image during the daytime. It can be made to shoot 20-second videos, too, with 640x480 resolution and can be fitted with a 32GB SD card to accommodate as many images during its surveillance.

Spypoint 6MP Invisible Infrared Camera

With its powerful invisible black light flash that is undetectable to either humans or animals, and a 75-foot range, you will not get wrong with Spypoint Camera.

Its five sensors and fast trigger speed will give you both satisfaction and stunning frames. Its high-power invisible IR flash illuminates a scene of up to 75 feet without scaring subjects away. This also renders this camera perfect for security surveillance.

Although the entire camera can be mounted and fixed on a certain location (such as a tree), the internal camera is removable assisting in the ease of use of this contraption. It has a USB cable and video ports, which will allow you to view the captured images either in a computer or the television.

For easy tracking, each photo is stamped with time, date or moon phase. This will allow you to study and predict the activity patterns of creatures in an area in the future.

Amazingly, not only can this camera be fitted with a rechargeable lithium battery, a 12-volt solar panel can also be attached to it through a solar panel power jack.

Its design and external pattern resemble that of a tree, and its color blends well with any surrounding in any climate or season. This camera lives up to the features it claims to have.

Covert Special Ops Code Black 3G Cellular Trail Camera

While its design alone gives the idea of sophistication and of a technology ahead of its competition, Covert Special Ops Train camera has more to offer. 

Unlike other cameras which uses visible flash, Covert Special Ops train camera uses Infra-Red (IR) flash, a form of light not visible to animals. This gives the camera the benefit of providing illumination for the purpose of image capture without scaring creatures away.

It can shoot images in 3, 5 or eight megapixels and has a time, date and moon phase stamps, which make it easier to study and observe the behaviors of animals (for game scouting) or the activities within an area (for security purposes) based on time or the phase and position of the moon.

Covert special ops does not suffer from undue motion sensitivity since one can customize it in three modes. This avoids capturing blank or black images.

Furthermore, not only is this camera ideal for game scouting, it is also perfect for security surveillance even in a far or a remote location since the images can be accessed via MMS thus providing you an extra layer of protection for your property even if you are not there or while you are at the comfort of your own home.

Wild Game Innovations Crush 10X Lights Out Hunting Trail Camera

The most experienced of trail hunters know that the trail camera they need is those with the most advanced features that offer them a wide variety of customization options. Thus, most experienced trail hunters would agree that what they need is Wild Game Innovations Crush Trail Camera.

Built for hunting, Wild Game Innovations Camera has astounding features such as 10 MP camera supported by 60 high-intensity IR flash LEDS. Thus, with this camera, you get images of the highest quality a hunter could want and need. The flash is so powerful it can reveal even the faintest of details. With the number of IR flash LEDs and the combined power and intensity of each, this camera is designed to be ten times as efficient in the dark as with any other trail cameras in the market. It has a 2.4-inch color monitor which allows you to check images even without the help of a computer.

The camera is also designed to fit into any location (such as a tree) with its adjustable sides. It is durable and water resistant that you will not even need worry during rain or storm as the camera will work as it is meant to even under harsh environmental conditions. Only one word describes it: best.

Wild Game Innovations Blade 5X Hunting Trail Camera

The small train camera, Wild Game Innovations Blade X5 Trail Camera packs power and performance that little is more.

With important features stuffed into this gadget such as a 5 MP camera, 18 high-intensity invisible IR flash LEDs and a one-second rapid trigger speed, you will not be needing anything else. In fact, many consumers are already referring this to their friends, as they are convinced of its performance and dependability.

Unlike other cameras, Blade X5 uses cheaper AA batteries than C and D ones. Amazingly, two x four x AA batteries could last a year with Blade X5 Its sensitivity to motion is ideal and is not triggered by trivial movements. It has also a flash and trigger range of 30-40 feet and can start the trigger within a second. Those who have tried Blade X5 either bought more or recommended it to fellow trail hunters.

Blade X5 is particularly durable and does not sustain damage from water or high temperature. Unless the tree in which it is attached to falls, Blade X5 will survive even storms.

It may be small compared to other trail cameras but with the power and features it contains, size, definitely, does not matter.

Covert Scouting Cameras MP-E5 Infrared Trail Camera

It is true that elaborate and advanced features are important when it comes to trail cameras along with outstanding camera quality and performance. Most sophisticated trail cameras, however, are difficult to operate with mind-boggling settings and options that you need to carefully adjust. Without patience and experience, you could end up with poor shots, passable performance and money down the drain. Fortunately, Covert Scouting Trail Cameras were created for your rescue.

They are your typical trail cameras. They got 28 red glow LEDs, have a trigger speed of 1.2 seconds, could shoot 10-second videos and places time, date or moon phase stamps on images. Nevertheless, what qualifies this trail camera to be voted “2012 Best Buy” is the ease of access through presets.

Presets give you access to four shooting modes: 1. Two shots with an interval of half a minute, 2. Two shots with an interval of a minute, 3. Three shots with an interval of 5 minutes and 4. 10-second video capture mode.

No need to tinker or meddle with messy and nauseating settings. One press of a button and you will get what you think you want. 

Moultrie M-1100i Game Camera

You cannot stuff all the good qualities in a small trail camera. That is extremely impossible. No. Not unless it is a Moultrie M-1100i Game Camera.

Surprisingly for its size, Moultrie M-1100i features a 12.0 megapixels camera with half-second motion trigger speed producing exceptionally fine images in both daylight and low-light conditions. The half-second trigger speed allows the camera to avoid motion blurs giving a detailed view of what is happening in the area you are surveying on a particular time.

You do not even have to remove the SD card to check the images. It has a built-in 2-inch color monitor display that allows you to browse in through image files without the aid of a computer.

In addition, this feature-packed camera is equipped with powerful IR flash LEDs that is invisible to animals and is capable of allowing vision of up to a range of 80 feet.

Compared to most trail cameras, Moultrie M-1100i shoots in various image and video resolution. For image, it can shoot from 0.9 MP (lowest resolution) to full 12.0 MP. For video, it can shoot HD (1280x720) to Full HD 1080p (1920x1080).

Feature plus performance plus small size equals Moultrie-1100i.

Wild Game Innovations Micro Crush X10 Hunting Trail Camera

When deciding for the best trail camera to purchase, it is right to consider features above all. After all, you deserve no less. Just keep in mind, though, that if you use it outdoors or in the wilds where the conditions are not always favorable and ideal, things can be a bit not like we expect them to be. Say, it rains at certain times. You will not be happy when you see your precious feature-packed expensive trail camera not doing its job because it is soaking wet, and it is broken. With Micro Crush X10, you are assured of quality performance and durability.

It features a 10 MP camera supported by 27 pieces of high-intensity IR LEDs with a wide-angle lens. It gives you the same high-quality images other cameras do, give you similar low-light and night-mode results and provide you with the same or superior coverage angle. It can even shoot 30-second HD 720p videos with sound.

What sets it apart, though, is its water resistance and durability. You can just let it sit outdoors or in the wilds without worrying of the storm (unless it got struck by a lighting).

Performance and durability-wise go for a Wild Game Innovations Micro Crush X10 Hunting Trail Camera.

Pyle PHTCM28 Water Resistant Wild Game Trail Scouting Camera with Infrared Night Vision, Record Video, Snap Images and Invisible Flash

You might be looking for Yeti or evidence of alien activity, or you could just be simply putting up a trail camera to spy on animal activity in the woods. Either way, you still need an alien-grade technology for a trail camera. For that you need the new Pyle PHTCM28.

Rainwater is particularly corrosive because of its dissolved substances. With poor design, camera could be infiltrated by rainwater, and its boards could be ruined by it—either gradually or instantly. Thus it is important to choose trail cameras that are both excellent in performance and are built to resist water.

In addition, Pyle PHTCM28 has powerful build-in invisible flash system and operates with zero discernible noise that allows it to capture wildlife without scaring them away. You can be assured of the high-resolution image and video clips captured either during the night or in the day.

With all the features and stealth technology packed into the new Pyle PHTCM28 combined with the durability of its material and design, you, surely, will get value for your money. Either you are looking for monsters or not, the monstrous features and durability of Pyle PHTCM28 make this camera ideal for you.

Browning Trail Camera - Recon Force XR

When it comes to capturing fast moving animals, the trick is not going faster than it but going faster than its reaction speed. Luckily for you, the new Browning Trail Camera has a 0.67 second trigger time that allows you to capture images of animals before they could even flee.

In addition, the camera has an IR flash range of 100 feet enabling it to see animals wandering in great distances. Compared to other cameras of this type, this is one of those who have the longest.

It can also produce images in great clarity and detail and its blur-reducing technology is able to fine-tune it further. It has a great design that enables it to blend in to trees and to any environment and has a long battery life.

If you are choosing for a trail camera filled with features, produces high quality pictures, has long range, can shoot high definition video clips (5-120 seconds long) and has a fast motion detection trigger speed, then choose the latest Recon Force XR. It will not disappoint you or your pocket.

Primos Truth Cam Ultra Supercharged Blackout Trail Camera

The performance of a trail camera at night is directly dependent on the quality and number of undetectable IR LED flashes. That is the case with the latest Primos Truth Cam Ultra Super Charged Blackout Trail Camera.

It comes with 60 undetectable InfraRed Flash LEDs that can illuminate darkness for up to 55 feet. It can three capture modes to choose from: the 7 megapixel photo mode, the HD time lapse video mode and the video-audio recording mode which allows capture of video with sound even in complete darkness.

It has a trigger speed of 1 second from the moment it detect motion. Since its flash is undetectable, this trigger speed is already sufficient to ensure high quality shots without blur.

It can be fitted with 24 AA batteries and can last up to 12-months or more depending on the frequency of its operation depending on the motion it detects.

You will not get frustrated with either its features or its price because even now as you read this review, others are already purchasing their second or third Primos Truth trail Cameras.

Moultrie M-990i No Glow Game Camera

Why consider other cameras when there are trail cameras like the new Moultrie M-990i that can provide you with everything you need from one?

It has an astounding 10.0 megapixel camera with high quality night sensors that enable it to capture high definition images of an area even in low-light conditions such as during the night. Its Illumi-Night technology allows it to capture images even in complete darkness.

One of the features it boasts is the Fastfire Continuous shooting—a mode in which the camera captures four images per second continuously. This feature is what other trail cameras lack and what you would love in the new Moutrie M-990i.

It has a decent range of 70 feet in the night and has a built –in revolutionary technology that minimizes or (in some instances) eliminates blur in images. You can even check the images without the help of a computer because it has a built-in 2-inch LCD screen thus enabling you to browse in to your image files while on site.

Lastly, this camera does not only places time, date and moon phase stamps but barometric pressure as well.

Covert MP8 IR Game Camera Mossy Oak

You may think this is your usual trail camera but think again. This latest camera from Mossy Oak is one of the best, if not the best, that there is in the market today.

It has an 8 MP camera that produces clear and crisp images with fine detail that you would suspect this for the extreme type of its brand. It has a decent range flash range of 45 feet with 28 high-intensity invisible flash LEDs. The trick with capturing perfect images during the night is to install a device that does not interfere with the natural activities of the animals in the wilds. You could scare them away with flashes and could ruin your surveillance. With the undetectable InfraRed flash in Mossy Oaks Covert MP8 IR Game Camera, the animals will not even suspect that something is keeping an eye on them.

In addition, you do not need to take the SD card and copy the image files (although you can) to a computer in order to view the images. It has build in color image viewer that allows you to browse in and check the image files while on site.

CUDDEBACK E2 Long Range IR Infrared 20 MP Trail Game Hunting Camera + SD Card

When it comes to speed of motion triggers, nothing beats Cuddeback E2. Most trail cameras have slower trigger speeds. Thus the image they capture are blurry or sometimes, in the case of those really slow cameras, blank images.

This camera, however, is the Flash of the trail camera world with its speed that is one-quarter of a second. It has also an extremely fast recovery speed that it can resemble (but perform better) the boosted modes of other cameras. It has a recovery sped of ¼ of a second which means it can take the next image just after ¼ of taking the last.

This camera also boasts 20 MP camera, which is one of the highest resolutions that there is in the market today. Its flash can even reach up to a hundred feet and is undetectable to most animals.

Stealth and speed are two great comrades. If you combine them within a trail camera, what you get is a masterpiece.

It also has an internal memory, which does not necessitate the need for an SD card. However, you can still use one to boost its storage power. If you want the superhero of the trail camera world, then go get some Cuddeback E2.

Moultrie Game Spy M-80 Infrared 5.0 MP Mini Digital Trail Camera

Nothing gives you the clearest image captured during the night than the new Moultrie Game Spy M-80 Infrared 5.0 MP Mini Digital Trail Camera. The technology used by this trail camera is among the best in the market that it is able to capture high quality images even in the darkest of night.

This camera features three shooting modes: the IR triggered game mode which is used to spy on wildlife during the night, the time-lapse plot mode, and the plot mode which can be used both in the day and during the night.

Aside from capturing clear and crisp images during the night, it also features an invisible flash. The type of light used in this flash cannot be seen by the eyes of the animals but can be detected by the camera. This enables the camera to capture images even in complete darkness. Unlike most cameras, because animals cannot perceive the light, they act normally and stay in the place thus giving you multiple quality shots.

In addition to the usual time, date and moon phase stamps that most trail cameras add to the image, this camera adds another: temperature.

This is a great camera with great features and this camera is great for you.

Bushnell X-8 6MP Trail Camera with Night Vision and Field Scan

The new Bushnell X-8 Trail Camera is designed for performance and maximum efficiency. It is packed with so much features rendering this product the best among the available choices in the market today.

It is available in two resolutions: 4 and 6 mega pixels. This enables the camera to get high quality full color pictures. Furthermore, everything can be customized and programmed. There are many aspects of this camera that can be tweaked to suit your needs. You can select the duration of the video clip that it captures from 1-60 minutes and set the multi-image mode and interval from 1-3 three images and 1-60 minutes interval respectively.

It has also auto sensors. This technology gives this camera the ability to differentiate night from day and shifts from night mode to daylight mode consequently.

It has high durability and can withstand extreme temperatures and weather conditions making this ideal for outdoors and in the wilds.

Perhaps the makers of this product assured that they give all the best they could to the users when they designed this because this is the most feature-packed trail camera in the market today.

Browning Trail Camera - Spec Ops XR

You do not want the animals in the area to notice your trail camera and run before it can even capture an image so you choose a trail camera that has a lightning fast trigger time. You do not want to capture poor-quality images so you choose a trail camera that could capture HD images. You do not want to replace battery as often as possible because that will meddle with your schedules nor do you want a nearsighted camera. Thus, the solution for you is the new Browning Trail Camera.

You are a demanding hunter probably because you are an experienced enthusiast. Well, the features of the latest Browning Trail Camera is made especially for you.

It has a lightning fast trigger time of 0.65 seconds, which enable it to capture images before the animals could run off (in case there is a reason for them to).

It has a 70-foot  flash range and includes a software just as the other Browning Trail Cameras do. It can even record videos with sound from 5 – 120 seconds.

You are an enthusiast. You need this because this product is created by enthusiasts like you.