Thought users here would be interested to see this:
www.topazlabs.com


They have some really great Photoshop plug-ins that have all kinds of useful and fun effects for improving and enhancing your photos. . . . noise reduction, psuedo HDR exposure correction, smoothing, artsy stuff and more.

My favorites are Adjust and DeNoise!
I think I'm addicted now

They give discounts too. I got a student one while I was in school.

Check it out when you get a chance. Hope this helps someone!