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Whether you’re filming or taking photos, don’t run out of memory in the middle of a shoot. Transfer and back up files with the Insignia NS-CRSAC1, USB-C/USB 3.0 to SD and microSD Memory Card Reader. Simply plug in the card reader to your computer, tablet or other device to quickly transfer data. It’s backward compatible with USB 2.0 device and wide variety of SD and microSD cards to keep your creativity flowing without having to pause and delete unwanted files. Its compact design and protective cap mean you can easily fit it in a pocket or bag and not have to worry about damaging your connector. Never let a full memory card stop you again.
Customer Rating
5
Handy USB-C / USB-A card reader
on September 17, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
Handy little USB-C and USB-A 3.2 card reader. It reads both SD and micro SD cards with male USB-C and USB-A connectors on both ends. It’s rated to transfer data at up to 95 MB a second. I didn’t do any official speed tests, but my SanDisk micro SD card was recognized quickly on both my Android phone and Windows PC. Transfer rates seemed quick when copying a bunch of images and video files. It’s a bit limited in terms of types of cards it can read, but SD and micro SD are the most common, as are the USB-A and USB-C connectors. It makes swapping files between my phone and PC a legitimately easy affair. I also love that it’s about the size of a stick of gum, so it’s easy to carry around and be with me when I need it most. The only drawback I’ve found is that the USB-C connector is a little short and won’t fit into my phone without taking off the phone case. Not a big deal, but something to keep in mind if you plan on connecting it to your phone frequently. Overall though, this is a solid little SD/micro SD card reader and is small enough to always carry on you. Good job Insignia!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Jabra Elite 8 Active Bluetooth true wireless earbuds with HearThrough technology are designed to withstand your toughest workouts while allowing you to stay tuned in to your surroundings. Using military-grade testing, we put these earbuds through the test with rigorous cycles of thermal, shock, dust and water treatment, giving you excellent performance in any environment. Completely watertight even when fully submerged in water, the Bluetooth earbuds are able to withstand huge clouds of dust and survive drops from 3 feet totally intact. With ultimate grip through Jabra ShakeGrip, they stay secure in your ear all day without the need for ear wings. Experience immersive audio from all angles thanks to the richness and range of Spatial Sound powered by Dolby Audio, blasting your favorite work-out playlist and fully immerse yourself in quality sound that surrounds your head. Powerful 6mm speakers ensure the audio is clear and rich no matter what you’re listening to. Powerful Adaptive Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) automatically adapts to the environment you’re in, filtering out unwanted interference from wind and other extremes. The wind neutralizing HearThrough technology muffles any wind interference, delivering cleaner, sharper sound wherever you are. HearThrough also provides an open ear experience so you can stay in tune with your surroundings without compromising on sound quality. Leave your phone at home but take your music with you. Download your music to your smartwatch, connect your earbuds, and head out for a phone-free run. Your connection will stay solid and stable no matter what, so you can push yourself to the limit without bringing your device along for the ride. And with Bluetooth Multipoint, you can seamlessly switch between your phone or smartwatch without needing to reconnect. 56 hours (ANC off) of battery in earbuds + case & Fast Charge to get 1 hour of battery in 5 minutes. Need to know the weather forecast or take a call on the go? Simply tap the earbud and ask your preferred Voice Assistant, without having to reach for your phone.
Customer Rating
5
Sound quality with rugged practicality. Stays put.
on September 17, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
The Jabra Elite 8 Active is where sound quality meets rugged practicality. Not only are these some of the best sounding earbuds on the market, but Jabra has made a point to make these self proclaimed “world’s toughest earbuds” stand up to the abusive conditions like drops, salt water, extreme dust, and they can supposedly even withstand being under 5 feet of water! I didn’t try testing that rating out, but it’s nice knowing that I can take them to the beach and not worry about sand or saltwater ruining them. Speaking of saltwater protection, this also means that they’re made to withstand getting soaked in sweat, so they can hold up to your heavy workout sessions. They also feature Jabra’s ShakeGrip rubberized coating that somehow reliably keeps the earbuds in place. I used to think it was all about having tight fitting earbud cushions, but these comfortably stay put without hurting my ear canal. And without any kind of “wings” the earbud bodies are able to maintain a low profile so they don’t look ridiculous in your ears. I often wear 1 earbud while I’m at work and most people don’t even know I have it in unless they’re paying attention. In terms of stability and fit, I haven’t tried playing sports with them on, but they stay in place whether I’m running around at work, going on a walk, jogging, or doing construction. It’s worth going through the 5 different ear cushion sizes (included) to find what’s the best fit for your ears. Because they’re earbuds, the cushions need to form a good ear seal if you want good bass response. And these babies produce..
The bass is strong, the vocals are natural, and the highs are smooth. Jabra has been making great sounding headsets for a while and these do not disappoint. They handle all genres of music well and the mics have a clear voice pick up which also makes them great for Zoom and Teams meetings. I was excited to see that the Elite 8 Active features Dolby spatial audio, but that was honestly the biggest (and only) disappointment I had in them. Turning on spatial audio adds reverb for a sense of “space”, but it just sounds like echoes to me. Maybe it works better watching a movie or videos, but I did not like it at all for music. Hopefully they make this better in a future software update, but for now it can at least be easily turned off.
Speaking of tuning things out, the Elite 8 Active features a new “smarter” ANC system that is supposedly 1.6x quieter than their previous models. I can neither confirm nor deny such claims, however I did notice that there’s some kind of automatic wind noise filtering. Jabra’s “hear through” is top notch and really shines vs other brands. It picks up a lot of the surrounding sounds you want to hear and I sometimes forget I even have the earbuds on if I’m not playing anything. To tune everything, you’ll need to download the free Jabra app, but thankfully it has useful features and is easy to use. Through the app you can adjust your ANC and pass through sound levels, customize the controls, tune a 5 band EQ, and even look up their last known GPS location in case they go missing.
If you’re in the market for earbuds that are practical, reliable, last long, sound great, and can withstand abuse, I highly recommend the Jabra Elite 8 Active.
PROS
- Sounds great
- Solid bass, smooth and natural vocals
- Compact
- Low profile
- Stays in place
- Customizable EQ
- Excellent “hear through” mode
- Made to withstand abuse
- Waterproof up to 5 feet
- Case is splashproof
- Military spec build quality
- Includes 5 different sizes of ear plugs
- Comfortable wearing for long hours
- Jabra app is useful and easy to use
- 8 hours battery life, 36 hours with ANC on
- 5 min charge gives 1 hour playing time
- Adaptive ANC
- Responsive and customizable buttons/controls
- Auto wind filtering
- Bluebooth LE compatible
- Dolby Atmos compatible
- Wireless charging
- Sounds great
- Solid bass, smooth and natural vocals
- Compact
- Low profile
- Stays in place
- Customizable EQ
- Excellent “hear through” mode
- Made to withstand abuse
- Waterproof up to 5 feet
- Case is splashproof
- Military spec build quality
- Includes 5 different sizes of ear plugs
- Comfortable wearing for long hours
- Jabra app is useful and easy to use
- 8 hours battery life, 36 hours with ANC on
- 5 min charge gives 1 hour playing time
- Adaptive ANC
- Responsive and customizable buttons/controls
- Auto wind filtering
- Bluebooth LE compatible
- Dolby Atmos compatible
- Wireless charging
CONS
- Atmos sounds like echoes
- Can’t find hearing ID test on Jabra app
- Atmos sounds like echoes
- Can’t find hearing ID test on Jabra app
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The SA-C600 Network CD Receiver showcases Technics’ legacy of renowned digital audio technology and flawless construction, eliminating noise and rendering a colorful, vibrant expression of sound space. This versatile receiver unit has a twin power supply circuit system for incredibly clear performance, Spacetune technology to automatically optimize the sound field, and incredible connectivity across wireless, digital, and analog channels.
Customer Rating
5
An audiophile streaming receiver with CD
on September 11, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
At first, I thought the Technics SA-C600 was just a high end cd player, but to my delight, I was way wrong. If anything, it feels more like an audiophile streaming receiver with a CD player. Not only can it spin discs exceptionally well, it’s capable of streaming audio over Bluetooth and WiFi which allows you to enjoy services such as Chromecast streaming, Spotify, Amazon Music, and podcasts. There’s also a surprising array of inputs from optical, RCA line-in, FM, and even a high end isolated phono input that’s specially designed to reduce noise. There’s no surround sound or overly complex gimmicks at work here, just high end HiFi with quality components and a focus on recreating good music. It might seem sparse, but the built-in 60w x 2 amp sounded wonderful mated to a pair of Def. Tech BP8 tower speakers. It’s been a long time since I’ve had them in a pure stereo setup, but the SA-C600 made them sing and thump in ways I forgot they were capable of. Vocals and highs were smooth and lifelike with a certain depth and detail for bass and strings. You can feel the energy emanate from Stevie Nicks in “Edge of Seventeen” and there’s no sense of shrillness when Ariana Grande hits her highs. From Prince to Curren$y, to Outkast, to Bob Marley, Rage Against the Machine, Eric Clapton, and even some Garth Brooks, it didn’t matter what kind of music I put on, the SA-C600 shined playing them all.
And honestly, I kind of thought it was silly to make such an expensive CD player nowadays, but going through my old cd catalog was a ridiculously good time. Especially when it came to playing my old mixed CDs, which felt like eating through a box of gourmet chocolates. I forgot what songs I put on most of them, so each mix was a surprise. There were moment of both pride and embarrassment for younger me, but at least all the songs sounded great through the SA-C600. It was also impressive how quickly the CD player was ready to play burned CDRs. I remember a lot of players being picky about even the brand of disc used, but it didn’t matter what old disc I threw at it, it loaded up and played quickly.
Unfortunately, I found out my old record player no longer works, so I didn’t get to test the phono input, but I’m excited to try it out soon. Apparently, it has a special noise free amp for the phono input, plus it’s Technics, so I’m sure they gave it some extra attention. Using the SA-C600 is fairly straightforward with inputs to cycle through and a few direct source buttons on the remote. The unit is relatively compact and roughly the size of a medium extra thick deep dish pizza box. It should easily fit on most tables and counters, plus the simple and elegant steel and black colorway should blend in well with most decors. There’s nothing I’d say it does poorly, but I do wish there was more control over the subwoofer LFE output (there’s none) and I would like to see native support for Apple music. But that’s just nitpicking, because I can still stream any music service over bluetooth or Chromecast, and LFE controls are generally available on the sub amp anyway.
If you love music and the SA-C600 is in your budget, I highly recommend it. Think of it as an audiophile streaming receiver with a high end CD player (that will read anything). It’s been a wonderful addition to my home and brought a new energy to the living room and kitchen. Highly recommended!
PROS
- Wonderfully detailed music
- Sounds great mated to Def Tech BP towers
- CD nostalgia vibes
- Audiophile streaming receiver with cd player
- Built-in bluetooth and wifi has good range
- Isolated individual power supplies to limit noise
- Excellent build quality
- Read all of my burned CD-Rs (and quickly)
- Digital “remaster” option
- Looks simple and high end
- Relatively compact
- Phono input
- Can use WiFi or ethernet port
- Natively streams Spotify, Amazon Music, podcasts, Chromecast, etc..
- Hidden 5 band EQ
- Buttons / user interface is responsive
- Wonderfully detailed music
- Sounds great mated to Def Tech BP towers
- CD nostalgia vibes
- Audiophile streaming receiver with cd player
- Built-in bluetooth and wifi has good range
- Isolated individual power supplies to limit noise
- Excellent build quality
- Read all of my burned CD-Rs (and quickly)
- Digital “remaster” option
- Looks simple and high end
- Relatively compact
- Phono input
- Can use WiFi or ethernet port
- Natively streams Spotify, Amazon Music, podcasts, Chromecast, etc..
- Hidden 5 band EQ
- Buttons / user interface is responsive
CONS
- Doesn’t natively stream Apple Music
- Cannot adjust subwoofer output level
- Not recommended for speakers below 4 ohm
- Android app doesn’t add much
- Doesn’t natively stream Apple Music
- Cannot adjust subwoofer output level
- Not recommended for speakers below 4 ohm
- Android app doesn’t add much
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Night Owl is excited to offer our U.S. designed and engineered 4K HD Wi-Fi Bluetooth Network Video Recorder with Wi-Fi IP 2K Spotlight Cameras and Pre-Installed Hard Drive. This system comes with 2K cameras but is 4K ready and can accommodate our 2K and 4K Wi-Fi devices. With Secure App-Based Bluetooth Setup, there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing (optional). Our patent pending recorder has built-in Bluetooth technology, making it easy for you to configure your system right from the app on your smartphone or tablet. While a TV or monitor is not required, with Google Assistant you can use simple voice commands to stream camera footage directly to your TV or monitor, all while remaining hands free. Each camera has 2-Way Audio (talk & listen) as well as a built-in siren and preset voice alerts. From within the app, you can easily activate the built-in siren, startling intruders and sending them packing. Have a guest but can’t get to them? Use a preset voice alert to let them know! Smart Detection Technology including Human Detection and Vehicle Alerts reduce the risk of false alarms, keeping you safe and well protected. Motion-activated spotlights flood your yard with bright lights when human motion is detected, instantly warding off trespassers. Need more coverage? Easily add our compatible wire free, Wi-Fi IP and doorbell cameras to your recorder to boost your viewing area. Proudly designed and engineered in the U.S.A., our security system uses a built-in wireless connection for uninterrupted viewing with no delays. Our app gives you control of your system and easy access to your recordings, regardless of where you are. Night Owl never charges fees for storage or access to your videos. All recordings are stored on a pre-installed hard drive for local storage. You can view and download the recordings as you need them. This system provides technology to give you the ultimate security experience.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent WiFi security DVR cam system, no fees!!
on August 15, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
Loving this new security system setup. I’ve been using one of the more popular subscription based cameras for a while (with great results), but adding more cameras is pricey and I really hate having to pay for another subscription service. This Night Owl system does just about everything it did, but with better WiFi range, sharper resolution, slightly better night vision, and the major detail: 1 TB of local storage. How long your storage lasts before being overwritten depends on how many cameras you’re using, but so far with 3 cameras mounted I’ve been able to go back through 5 days of footage. Navigating through events and the timeline is simple enough, though the app acts up a little when trying to review really old footage through the timeline. Scanning through events is much simpler and the app makes it easy to download a clip to your phone. Speaking of which, I was a little confused with the marketing literature about whether I could review the footage from a remote location on my phone or if I needed to be within bluetooth range. I’m happy to say, the answer is the former. You can be just about anywhere with data reception and remotely review events or live view the footage from every camera on your phone. I do wish I could review footage from a website, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. I believe it’s for security reasons, because web browsers can be a big vulnerability point. Night Owl emphasizes that the footage is securely protected from hacking and so far I have no reason to doubt them.
Setting up the cameras and DVR base is pretty straight-forward and surprisingly a bit easy. I recommend synching all of the cameras to the base before installing them, because they need to be near each other during the initial setup. What’s awesome is how far the WiFi range works and that the cameras stay synched after unplugging and moving them. I have all 6 setup so far and was delighted to see that all I had to do was plug it back in and it automatically reconnected to the DVR without doing anything else. Unfortunately, while it’s a “wireless” camera system you still have a power wire for each camera to run. It’s easier than making really long cable runs to the DVR base, but finding an outlet to tap into can be challenging, especially if you mount them up high. I don’t know if Night Owl makes a rechargeable battery pack to plug into, but it’s not that hard to piece together if needed.
The daytime and night vision are both excellent. 2k resolution makes it easier to spot identifying features when zooming in, but the DVR base is compatible with the Night Owl 4k cameras if you want to upgrade. And while it comes with 6 cameras, it’s a 10 channel DVR base, so there’s room to add 4 more cameras as well. There’s a little bit of a delay in the live feed, but it’s on par with the other WiFi cameras I’ve used. Using the app, you can program notifications and activity zones for each camera and it’s smart enough to detect and alert you if it’s a person, car, or animal. It doesn’t have face ID recognition, but I’m fine with general person notifications. The motion activated spotlights are a cool feature and I like how you can program it to stay on or blink. The cams also record audio and have 2 way communication ability, which is especially handy when talking to a solicitor at the door. There’s also 3 pre-programmed audible alarms, but I really wish it would let me record my own.
Overall, I’m very happy with this Night Owl security system and am excited to finally have local storage and playback without paying a monthly fee. Outside of running a power wire, the cameras are fairly simple to set up and provide excellent video in both day and night time. It also comes at a solid price point for a wireless 6 camera system, which is less than $100 a camera and that’s not even factoring in the DVR. Highly recommended!
PROS
- Sharp 2k cameras
- Excellent night vision
- Easy to sync cameras to base
- Simple WiFi setup for base
- 1 TB hard drive local storage (no subscription needed)
- Easy to download video clips through app
- Motion activated spotlights
- 2 way audio
- 3 preprogrammed audible alerts
- Can review and playback on app from anywhere
- Programmed voice alert is loud
- Person and vehicle detection work well
- Can program zones
- Do not need to attach monitor
- System is 4k ready
- Outstanding WiFi range
- Good build quality
- Cameras easy to mount
- Easy to use Android and iOS app
- No need to set up cameras again if unplugging and moving them
- Base software is easy to navigate (if using monitor)
- Rated to work in -4 to up to 140 degrees Fahrenheit
- Sharp 2k cameras
- Excellent night vision
- Easy to sync cameras to base
- Simple WiFi setup for base
- 1 TB hard drive local storage (no subscription needed)
- Easy to download video clips through app
- Motion activated spotlights
- 2 way audio
- 3 preprogrammed audible alerts
- Can review and playback on app from anywhere
- Programmed voice alert is loud
- Person and vehicle detection work well
- Can program zones
- Do not need to attach monitor
- System is 4k ready
- Outstanding WiFi range
- Good build quality
- Cameras easy to mount
- Easy to use Android and iOS app
- No need to set up cameras again if unplugging and moving them
- Base software is easy to navigate (if using monitor)
- Rated to work in -4 to up to 140 degrees Fahrenheit
CONS
- Not totally wireless. Still need to run power
- Viewing angle doesn’t seem wide
- Finicky sharing access with other users
- Cannot view feed from website
- No app for PC
- Cannot custom record voice alert
- Cannot get it to sync with Google Assistant
- Not totally wireless. Still need to run power
- Viewing angle doesn’t seem wide
- Finicky sharing access with other users
- Cannot view feed from website
- No app for PC
- Cannot custom record voice alert
- Cannot get it to sync with Google Assistant
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Dyson V11 Extra cordless vacuum cleaner is engineered with the power, versatility and run time to deep clean homes with pets. Dyson’s de-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans carpets and hard floors with hair removal vanes that clear long hair and pet hair from the brush bar. The innovative Hair screw tool with a conical brush bar is perfect for cleaning upholstery and pet beds. The Dyson V11 has advanced, whole-machine filtration that expels cleaner air. Its versatile cordless format transforms into a handheld vacuum with one click so you can clean up high, down low and everywhere in-between with 3 cleaning modes for the right power where you need it. LED display shows remaining battery power, power modes and maintenance alerts. Comes with a 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support.
Customer Rating
5
What a cordless vacuum should be. Great suction.
on July 9, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
The Dyson v11 is a cool looking cordless vac with the power and battery life to clean a whole house. Granted, it’s going to vary largely on how big and dirty your house is, but with up to 60 minutes of run time in Eco mode I had just enough juice to do light cleaning throughout a 4 bedroom home. However, I honestly don’t know if I’ll ever use Eco mode outside of testing it for review, because Med and Boost mode is where this vacuum really shines. With a simple touch of a button, it’s easy to switch power levels and while the stronger ones dramatically shorten the battery life, it’s worth the extra suction. Med is the default power level and provides ample general suction that’s good for most situations, while the Boost power mode kicks it up a notch offering the strongest suction with an impressive amount of pull. It makes cleaning out the car with the brush and crevice tools much easier because I don’t have to try to loosen up the dust to help the vacuum suck it up. It’s actually strong enough to do the job and that’s what makes this Dyson v11 a winner. It has the power, battery life, and attachments to make cleaning easier and more thorough. And because it’s a Dyson, it also looks like a futuristic hand cannon, complete with a cool humming sound when you release the trigger (I won’t lie, when not cleaning the v11 is sometimes used as a toy).
Speaking of attachments, this v11 kit comes with a lot more than I anticipated. There’s a floor and a furniture rolling brush attachment that are both oriented for sucking up hair and fur without getting tangled up. The floor one does a great job on cat hair, but they’re short and not really the tangling type. I do wish it came with an LED light strip to illuminate the floor, but that’s not so critical for me. It also comes with a few fixed brush heads that I’m still figuring out. I think one is specifically for blinds, because I saw it on a photo and tried it and I’m happy to say it works great on aluminum mini blinds! There’s also a standard crevice tool with a fine tip and a hybrid brush/crevice tool that’s good for all-purpose duty. I love that it comes with a flexible hose and an angled in-line attachment that makes reaching those weird spots a bit easier. Cleaning out the bagless dust canister is also an simple process with one handle that both opens up and empties out the canister. I am a bit worried about the longevity of this handle since it’s doing double duty to pull and empty things, but we’ll see how it holds up. Thankfully, Dyson includes a 2 year warranty in case there’s any issues. They also provide lifetime support, though I have no idea what that actually entails.
Overall, the Dyson v11 is an outstanding cordless vacuum that’s a serviceable main vacuum and a fantastic 2nd vacuum. It’s powerful, well built, has ample battery life, comes with a ton of attachments, looks cool, and even makes cool sounds. If you’re looking for a cordless vac with respectable suction, look no further.
PROS
- Up to 60 min run time (in Eco mode)
- Legitimately powerful suction in Boost mode
- 3 power levels (Boost, Med, Eco)
- Comes with lots of useful attachments (2 focused on hair/fur removal)
- Easy to empty dust bin
- Easy to figure out how to use
- Bagless
- Excellent build quality
- Makes a cool sound when you let go of the trigger
- Looks and feels a futuristic canon
- 2 year warranty
- Up to 60 min run time (in Eco mode)
- Legitimately powerful suction in Boost mode
- 3 power levels (Boost, Med, Eco)
- Comes with lots of useful attachments (2 focused on hair/fur removal)
- Easy to empty dust bin
- Easy to figure out how to use
- Bagless
- Excellent build quality
- Makes a cool sound when you let go of the trigger
- Looks and feels a futuristic canon
- 2 year warranty
CONS
- Relatively heavy for some
- Weight distribution centered on handle/trigger
- Wish it came with a bag for attachment storage
- Floor cleaner brush head attachment has no lights
- Charge time is about 3.5 hours
- Relatively heavy for some
- Weight distribution centered on handle/trigger
- Wish it came with a bag for attachment storage
- Floor cleaner brush head attachment has no lights
- Charge time is about 3.5 hours
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing CZ Smart YouQ, the smarter smartwatch. Citizen CZ Smart Casual 41mm smartwatch is designed to help you be the best version of yourself throughout the day, every day. Inspired by the rich design of Citizen’s iconic sport technical timepieces, CZ Smart marries cutting-edge science and technology with the style and quality you expect from Citizen. CZ Smart YouQ leverages AI Models built with IBM Watson Studio and research pioneered by NASA Ames Research Center to power features within the proprietary YouQ application. CZ Smart YouQ helps you anticipate patterns of fatigue and alertness and offers highly personalized insights and suggested actions to help you improve alertness and promote the building of better habits, readying you to meet whatever the day may bring. Compatible with both iPhone and Android, CZ Smart YouQ features Wear OS by Google. The versatile, customizable menu of dials, designed exclusively for CZ Smart, gives you all the information you need at your fingertips. With a range of interchangeable 22mm bands available for all CZ Smart watches in bracelet, mesh, leather, and silicone, you can dress your CZ Smart watch for any occasion and make the most out of every moment. The Smarter Smartwatch: CZ Smart features the new proprietary wellness app YouQ built using research pioneered by NASA’s Ames Research Center and AI Models built with IBM Watson Studio. YouQ helps wearers maximize their daily potential by learning the wearer’s unique Chronotype and rhythms. YouQ computes HR, SP02, fitness activity, sleep data, and alert scores to offer the wearer a personalized 24-hour forecast of alertness. Aggregating data over time will enable CZ Smart YouQ to cater to wearers personally allowing them to understand their body’s natural rhythms. Meet your self-care advisor: CZ Smart YouQ provides the wearer a daily, brief, and gamified Alert Monitor, designed based on NASA’s PVT+ (Psychomotor Vigilance Task Test), a test used by astronauts to measure alertness. Only CZ Smart YouQ uses Alert Monitor scores and sleep data to identify the wearer’s distinct Chronotype (are you a morning go-getter, steady achiever, high-energy hustler?). CZ Smart YouQ helps you stay on track with an Hourly Power Score, an indicator of your cognitive and physical energy at a particular moment and offers Power Fixes to mitigate the effects of fatigue and improve alertness so the user can optimize themselves for what’s ahead. You may have a napuccino or liquid energy in your future. Preloaded and ready-to-go: Citizen Connected works with phones running on the latest version of Android (excluding Go Edition and phones without Google Play Store) or iOS. Applications available via the Play Store include CZ Smart YouQ App, Google Fit, Strava, Spotify, YouTube Music, and Amazon Alexa. CZ Smart features 24+ hour battery life (varies based on usage) and achieves a full charge in just 40-minutes. Connections include Bluetooth (connect your headphones), Wi-Fi, GPS (head out for a run or hike and leave your phone behind), and NFC (make contactless payments). Sensors include Gyroscope, altimeter, barometer, accelerometer, heart rate sensor, SP02, ambient light sensor, so that you can track activity goals, heart rate monitor, cardio fitness tracking, steps, sleep, and more. Personalization, notifications, and more: The uniquely designed CZ Smart dials give hundreds of options to fully customize your watch face and receive the information you find most important. Stay focused all day while getting notifications on your watch for incoming calls, texts, emails and calendar notifications. The built-in speaker enables you to conveniently answer a call from your smartwatch. With Amazon Alexa built-in, CZ Smart makes it easy to tackle your daily tasks and organization. CZ Smart next generation: Citizen Connected works with phones running on the latest version of Android (excluding Go Edition and phones without Google Play Store) or iOS, 24+ hour battery life, Qualcomm 4100+ chipset, offering the user a seamless connection and quick response and screen changes.
Customer Rating
3
Well built, short battery, love the O2 sensor.
on June 4, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
With the CZ Smart 45mm watch, Citizen offers a great looking smartwatch that falls short on its ambitious smart potential. Physically, the body is glass and steel with a style more reminiscent of traditional analog pieces. The band is black silicone, accented with stainless steel buckles that match the body. There’s a certain robustness in the physical feel of this watch that I adore. The fit and finish is top notch and what you would expect from a Citizen piece in this price range. I am a bit worried about how flush the glass face is to the dial. It looks good, but there’s no protective rim, lip, or anything. I don’t know how sturdy the dial and screen are, but I’lll be on the lookout for a glass screen protector for some peace of mind. Speaking of which, the screen offers an excellent full color picture with good touch responsiveness and a snappy user interface. I love that I can change faces right on the watch, without the app, but the lack of good looking digital watch faces is extremely disappointing. Being able to change faces is one of the best and most basic parts of having a smartwatch, but Citizen doesn’t offer many for some reason. In fact, so far there’s only 2 that I like, but of all things, this should be very easy for Citizen to rectify.
Outside of the heart rate monitor that’s essentially standard in smartwatches now, Citizen also includes a pulse oximeter (to read your oxygen saturation level) which really comes in handy if you’re traveling to high elevations (Colorado) or have sleep apnea. Like many people with OSA, I haven’t used my CPAP in a while, but I noticed a few early morning readings where my oxygen saturation dropped to 87% while I was sleeping. This could be something as simple as the watch taking a reading while it’s out of place, but it could very well be OSA. This isn’t a perfect watch, but it gets an A for helping me notice what could be a serious health issue. Which is precisely what I think the Citizen engineers wanted.
Featuring the CZ Smart YouQ app, this watch analyzes your biofeedback data against health models built by IBM’s Watson using NASA research info. I love the concept, because it tells you when you should be the most alert vs sleepy based on your actual biometric data. It’s an awesome idea, but so far I seemingly have not worn it long enough for it to give a proper reading. This might be because I mostly wear it at night to track my sleep, but this also brings me to the biggest fault of this watch. The battery life is….. limiting. Maybe it’s all of the sensors running, but even with turning the screen off for tilt/wake only, and changing the heart rate test to periodically, I still only get about 10-12 hours of battery life. For example, I’ll put it on around 8pm to get ready for bed and then by 5:30am it already needs to be recharged. It’s nice that it recharges quickly, but not being able to last a whole waking day is a big shortcoming. As is not being properly water resistant. Citizen mentions that it’s water resistant enough for rain or washing your hands, but that doesn’t sound very reassuring.
Overall, the Citizen CZ Smart 45mm is a good looking watch with a lot of potential and a few key flaws. I love the “Power Gauge” and biometric health info, but it needs better watch faces and much longer battery life. The pulse oximeter is a welcome feature and has already come in handy. Due to the battery life, I have a hard time recommending this as your main everyday carry watch, but a software update could help things out in a long way.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Capture the Moment Just as You Imagine It: The EOS R50 camera makes photography fun, simple, and convenient with intuitive photo functions that capture beautiful images automatically, just as you imagine them. A host of video functions such as 6K oversampled 4K 30p capture and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II makes the EOS R50 a great camera for movie recording and vlogging as well. The 24.2 Megapixel APS-C size CMOS Image sensor and DIGIC X image processor ensure high image quality in a compact and lightweight form factor.
Customer Rating
5
All the camera most people need. Amazing focus.
on May 23, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
The Canon EOS R50 redefines how I think about an entry level DSLR type of camera in a very good way (yes it’s a mirrorless camera, but I’m referring to the body style). If you mainly shoot in Automatic or Program mode, this camera will be your best friend. In fact, if you do any type of vlogging, videos, or social media content creation, you will love the R50. It’s essentially designed to be a high end camera upgrade for your phone, and it very much works that way. Using the free Canon Camera Connect app for Android, I was able to quickly pair the camera to my phone and begin either transferring files or use it as a remote. Transferring files is surprisingly quick, even the larger 4K videos, but using my smartphone as a second screen and remote is where it gets really interesting. The phone live view is virtually lag free which makes it very handy as a 2nd monitor, and I love that I can touch focus through my phone too. Speaking of which, the focus system on the R50 is ridiculous.
100% viewfinder coverage divided into 651 cells with Ai auto focus and subject tracking. And it actually works! As soon as a person comes into frame, you’ll see a focus box around their eyes. Animals too. It’s almost scary how it knows, but that’s part of what makes this such a good camera. It’s designed to help just about anyone create great looking content. The built in JPG processing is excellent and includes a lot of optional filters and editable features built-in. As a “vlogging camera” one of my favorite features is the Close-Up Demo Mode, which is a boon for product demos. In this mode, the R50 will quickly autofocus between you, the object you hold up to the lens, and then quickly back to you when you take it away. It doesn’t get lost figuring out what to focus on and that’s huge. Especially when live streaming where you can keep the focus on auto without worrying about the camera randomly trying to refocus. The tracking does an exceptional job of keeping up with the subject and there’s even a mode specifically to auto detect cars. In a way, these aren’t really new features, but to have them with such wide focus coverage with smart auto-detection and rapid focus tracking that works well, it’s truly game changing.
Like most entry level cameras in this class, it only has a few dedicated buttons, but that’s ok. A lot of features are quickly accessible through the LCD touchscreen, so you don’t have to fumble through menus and submenus. And in that sense, if you’re an old school photographer that mainly does photos and prefers to shoot through the viewfinder, this camera probably isn’t for you. The body is almost too compact to comfortably hold like a DSLR and it almost feels like I’m holding a toy camera when I use the viewfinder, because of how small it feels. Granted, that’s really a subjective thing and if you have smaller hands the fit could be just what you’ve been waiting for. However, it feels like this camera was made to primarily shoot through the LCD screen and if you treat it like a smartphone, it all starts to make sense.
The R50 was made for content creators who need a quick upgrade to their production values. Wirelessly transferring photos and videos to my phone is so quick and easy, it practically feels like a wireless extension of my phone. I also need to mention that the video exports as the super friendly MP4 format (thank you Canon), so no need to convert a funky file format that barely anyone uses. It’s funny, despite being an “entry” level camera, I think this is all the camera that most people need. If you’re a vlogger or do a lot of solo video recording, you’ll love the Close-Up Demo mode, focus tracking, and easy wireless file transfers. If you’re just getting into photography, you’ll love the image quality and how friendly this camera is to use. And if you bought an expensive DSLR camera, but only shoot in Automatic or Program mode, the 651 focus zones and Ai features will make your stuff look even better. Great job Canon.
PROS
- Vloggers best friend
- If you bought a DSLR, but mostly shoot in Auto or Program, this is the one for you
- Easy to take great looking photos and video
- Stable wireless bluetooth phone connection
- Like a mirrorless DSLR with smartphone camera intelligence
- Can touch focus and shoot with touchscreen AND smartphone at same time
- Compact
- Shoots RAW and JPG
- Sharp photos and 4K video
- Love the Ai autofocus system
- 651 autofocus zones / 100% coverage
- Auto tracks and auto focuses on eyes and moving objects impressively well
- Fast bluetooth and WiFi file transfers
- Easy connect to phone or laptop
- Wireless live view barely has any delay
- Can use phone and laptop as wireless remote camera trigger
- Silent and quick focus
- Responsive, bright, and clear touch screen
- Excellent for influencers, streamers, and content creators
- 1 hour video clip recording capability
- Excellent in camera filters and post processing
- Dedicated video record button
- Reprogrammable hard buttons
- Good in low light
- Lightweight
- Exports video as super convenient mp4
- Sharp kit lens
- Solid body with great fit and finish
- Internal microphone isn’t half bad
- Mic input port
- Zoom/Teams/Skype compatible
- WiFi direct printing (via PictBridge)
- Wide selection of lenses with EF-S/EOS R adapter
- Vloggers best friend
- If you bought a DSLR, but mostly shoot in Auto or Program, this is the one for you
- Easy to take great looking photos and video
- Stable wireless bluetooth phone connection
- Like a mirrorless DSLR with smartphone camera intelligence
- Can touch focus and shoot with touchscreen AND smartphone at same time
- Compact
- Shoots RAW and JPG
- Sharp photos and 4K video
- Love the Ai autofocus system
- 651 autofocus zones / 100% coverage
- Auto tracks and auto focuses on eyes and moving objects impressively well
- Fast bluetooth and WiFi file transfers
- Easy connect to phone or laptop
- Wireless live view barely has any delay
- Can use phone and laptop as wireless remote camera trigger
- Silent and quick focus
- Responsive, bright, and clear touch screen
- Excellent for influencers, streamers, and content creators
- 1 hour video clip recording capability
- Excellent in camera filters and post processing
- Dedicated video record button
- Reprogrammable hard buttons
- Good in low light
- Lightweight
- Exports video as super convenient mp4
- Sharp kit lens
- Solid body with great fit and finish
- Internal microphone isn’t half bad
- Mic input port
- Zoom/Teams/Skype compatible
- WiFi direct printing (via PictBridge)
- Wide selection of lenses with EF-S/EOS R adapter
CONS
- A little too compact
- Only 1 SD card slot
- Few direct control buttons
- Unsealed body and lens
- Not full frame
- Few inputs and ports
- Must use WiFi to wirelessly connect to PC (lose internet if not hardwired during use)
- A little too compact
- Only 1 SD card slot
- Few direct control buttons
- Unsealed body and lens
- Not full frame
- Few inputs and ports
- Must use WiFi to wirelessly connect to PC (lose internet if not hardwired during use)
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Let’s clear the air with Blueair. Blue Pure 311i Max HEPASilent smart air purifier quickly cleans 387 sq. ft medium room in about 12.5 min or up to 929 sq. ft medium space in 30 min, on high. This air purifier has a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 250 for fine smoke particles, dust and pollen. Energy Star Most Efficient 2023.
Customer Rating
5
Attractive and quiet HEPA air purifier.
on May 23, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
Good looking and quiet air purifier. It’s a lot bigger than the pictures make it seem, with an overall size that takes up the same amount of space as a small ottoman. I didn’t remove the filter cover, but it feels like the filter spans a full 360 around the body, so it pulls in air from all sides. The purified air then comes out vertically through the vented top, which you can feel as you stand over it. It doesn’t come with a remote, but you can monitor and control it through the Blueair phone app that’s free on Android and iOS. And I guess this is what sets it apart from other HEPA air filters, because not only can you get a live feed of the current air quality (down to 2.5 microns!), but also a readout of the current outside air quality, and of course you can use it as a remote. Unfortunately, you’ll have to look at higher end models if VOC detection or UV capabilities are a priority.
In terms of day to day use, air purifiers are kind of a set and forget thing. What I love about this one is that it has an Auto setting that automatically increases the fan speed depending on the quality of the air it’s pulling in. It mostly always stays at a low level that I can barely hear, but it ramps up quickly if someone has been smoking or vaping nearby. At the highest level, there’s clearly an audible whooshing sound with a little bit of intermittent whirring. However, it’s not so loud that I feel like I have to speak over it or blast the TV. Outside of the Auto and 3 speed settings, there’s a Night mode, which I’m honestly not sure what it does. I know it turns off the blue illumination light on the front of the purifier and dims the display, but I don’t know if it does anything in terms of limiting fan speed. What’s also pretty nifty about the Pure 311i series are the interchangeable prefilters. This is the cloth that wraps around the outside of the purifier. While I like the gray mine that came in, there’s currently 2 other colors available that I can swap over to and I can only imagine the third party designs that could be available in the future.
Overall, if you’re looking for an attractive medium room air purifier I highly recommend checking out the Blueair Pure 311i Max. It’s has a HEPA filter, looks good, works well, is generally whisper quiet, has a customizable cover, and an air quality live feed. Works great on smoke, vapor, and pet smells.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Alienware 34" Curved Gaming monitor features QD-OLED technology and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. Featuring infinite contrast ratio, 165Hz refresh rate and VESA DisplayHDR TRUEBlack 400 for an incredible front-of-screen performance.
Customer Rating
5
OLED HDR is a world of difference. Amazing screen.
on May 21, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
This monitor isn’t perfect, but it’s absolutely fantastic. The picture is sharp, the screen is bright, the colors are brilliant, and the black levels are like ink. The extra wide format gives so much extra screen real estate that it’s honestly hard to go back to anything less than this or a dual screen. The real treat with the 21:9 aspect ratio is when games or movies use the entire screen. Blade Runner 2049 in ultra wide 4K HDR is an experience. And I’m beyond happy to report that Diablo IV fills the entire screen during gameplay, which really opens up a lot more of the map. The curve of the screen is gentle enough that it adds a little sense of immersion while up close, yet is barely noticeable from a distance. Playing Forza Horizon 5, it felt like the edges of the road reached towards my peripherals. Same with the background in Cyberpunk 2077. It makes a mild difference overall, but does add to the experience. What really makes this screen shine though, is the native 3440x1440 QD-OLED HDR1000 panel. I’ve had 4K screens before, but QD-OLED technology really opens up the joys (and headaches) of HDR.
OLED and HDR go together like peanut butter and jelly. Both technologies are focused on expanding the color and illumination details to create a more brilliant and lifelike image. A lot of people associate that with vibrant and colorful images (for good reason), but even more impressive is how it brings out the details in dark scenes. Black images are truly black, yet you can still see what you’re supposed to see (no more turning up the brightness so black is gray). This was huge for playing a visually dark game like Diablo IV where you might spend a lot of time in dark dungeons and caves. A good movie example of how the light localization of OLED panels and the increased range of HDR work well together is the hotel shootout at the end of John Wick 3. The flashlights were so bright against the dark black setting that they almost seemed blinding. It was wonderful! I have LED HDTV’s with HDR, but OLED takes it to another level. To have that as a 34” ultrawide 165Hz gaming monitor is like driving a Porsche on open roads to work everyday. It even includes the test sheet to show it was factory calibrated to a Delta E less than 2 (considered a professional), which explains why it looks great right out of the box.
But as grin-inducing as this monitor can be, there are a few moments of madness that I believe are more software than hardware related. For some reason, I cannot get Netflix to smoothly stream 4K HDR video through the DP1.4 connection, but it will through HDMI. I don’t know if it’s an issue with my graphics card (RTX 2080 Super), cables, or Netflix itself, but it just won’t play Netflix properly in 4K through the DisplayPort. I could just use HDMI to alleviate the 4K Netflix issue, but it limits the screen refresh to 100Hz, while DP maximizes it to 165Hz. I don’t think it’s a hardware issue, because I can game in 4K HDR @165Hz over DP just fine and YouTube in 4K HDR is absolute eyeball candy. Anyway, this is only an issue with the Windows11 Netflix app, and the problem goes away if I’m streaming in 1080P. Another thing to be mindful of with this monitor are the infamous burn-ins associated with OLED panels. Supposedly, Alienware says this panel was designed to prevent them and they stand by it with a 3 year warranty. There’s a pixel refresh reminder that automatically pops up after about 4 hours, but you can turn it off. I don’t know if there’s pixel shift to prevent burn-in like plasma TV’s had, but so far so good. I do try to be mindful of not keeping a static image on the screen for too long, but the warranty keeps me worry free.
Overall, if this monitor is in your budget, buy it. Having true HDR makes a world of difference in dark scenes, and the extra wide curved 4K format is just delicious. And despite officially being a Freesync monitor, I’m happy to report it’s also G-Sync friendly. This is a wonderful gaming monitor and I’m looking forward to playing a lot of Diablo on it.
PROS
- Picture is great out of the box
- Sharp 3440x1440 resolution
- Amazing black levels
- Deep and brilliant color (99.3% DCI-P3 gamut range)
- Factored calibrated to professional level
- HDR400 and HDR1000
- Widescreen 21:9 ratio screen real estate
- Diablo IV and Cyberpunk 2077 uses the entire extra wide screen and it’s wonderful
165Hz
- Ridiculously fast 0.1ms gray to gray response time
- Bright 500 nits screen (up to 1000 nits per pixel)
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
- G-Sync compatible
- VESA mount
- DisplayPort 1.4 x2
- USB 3.2 hub ports
- Comes with USB-C to DisplayPort cable (and more)
- Customizable RGB lighting
- Comes factory calibrated with test doc
- 3 year warranty
- Picture is great out of the box
- Sharp 3440x1440 resolution
- Amazing black levels
- Deep and brilliant color (99.3% DCI-P3 gamut range)
- Factored calibrated to professional level
- HDR400 and HDR1000
- Widescreen 21:9 ratio screen real estate
- Diablo IV and Cyberpunk 2077 uses the entire extra wide screen and it’s wonderful
165Hz
- Ridiculously fast 0.1ms gray to gray response time
- Bright 500 nits screen (up to 1000 nits per pixel)
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
- G-Sync compatible
- VESA mount
- DisplayPort 1.4 x2
- USB 3.2 hub ports
- Comes with USB-C to DisplayPort cable (and more)
- Customizable RGB lighting
- Comes factory calibrated with test doc
- 3 year warranty
CONS
- Pricey
- HDMI 2.0
- Small text a little soft on edges
- Not officially G-Sync compatible
- Potential burn in issue
- No speakers
- Pricey
- HDMI 2.0
- Small text a little soft on edges
- Not officially G-Sync compatible
- Potential burn in issue
- No speakers
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Tackle everything. Worry about nothing. This laptop is co-engineered with AMD to adapt to you – peak performance when you need it, not when you don't.
Customer Rating
5
Great work laptop. True 10 hr battery life.
on May 18, 2023
Posted by: BIGASN
I love the Dragonfly Pro 14 as a day to day and work laptop. It’s snappy, has a good typing keyboard, an excellent touchpad, and a bright and colorful touchscreen. It’s also very well built, with a stiff aluminum and magnesium chassis adorned in an understated matte black finish. I feel like this is the laptop Batman would use, and I stand by that claim. Partially because it offers a legit 10 hours of battery life which is essentially an all day charge. That’s 10 hours of being able to work anywhere, which is a comfortably long leash of freedom. It’s mated to a backlit keyboard with keys that are comfortably spaced and offer good tactile feedback. The haptic touchpad is accurate and a bit magical. I’m fascinated by how it makes it feel like I’m actually clicking the touchpad when in reality, it’s not moving at all. The best part is that you can “click” any part of the touchpad and receive a confirmed “click” which means you don’t have to reach all the way down to the bottom edge of the touchpad. It’s only a matter of inches, but the extra margin of error comes in handy when trying to rush through things. It’s small details like these that make the Dragonfly Pro 14 a joy to use, not to mention the bright and responsive 1920x1200 touchscreen. Covering 100% of the sRGB spectrum, colors are gorgeous and deep. Screen protection comes by the way of Corning Gorilla Glass, which should keep a clean finish over the years. Sound is by Bang & Olufsen, which is good, but for some reason the internal speakers are incompatible with Dolby Atmos. Not a big deal though as it still sounds good and movies look great. Port wise, I hope you like USB-C, because that’s all you get. Of all ports, it’s a good one to be stuck with, but you’ll need an adapter if you want to plug in anything else. That includes headphones too. On the bright side, you can plug the 96 watt charger into any of the 3 ports to recharge the laptop. Being able to move the charging cable to either the left or right side is a type of convenience I’ve only dreamed of until now (again, little things), though it’s still no excuse for not having a headphone jack. Speaking of which, while I love the Dragonfly Pro 14 as a day-to-day and work laptop, it’s not without some faults.
While snappy with photos and spreadsheets, it struggles for gaming. I tried Cyberpunk 2077 as a torture test and it crashed every time I tried to just start the game. Plants vs Zombies 2 through Game Pass / EA wouldn’t load at all, though that might be an EA/Game Pass issue. Surprisingly, Forza Horizon 5 was pretty smooth, though all of the graphic settings were set to low and it took a long time to load. The built-in camera sounds good on paper, but so far it seems like the average run-of-the-mill laptop cam. It’s still grainy in low ambient light, but it works well for Zoom, Teams, etc… There’s 4 special keys on the right side of the keyboard, which is marketed as a big feature, but only 1 is reprogrammable. I get having the Customer Service button stay static, but I really don’t need a key dedicated just opening the MyHP app. I hope this gets changed in a future software update as having 3-4 programmable keys would actually be really useful. And my last gripe is that it’s not user serviceable, so don’t plan on upgrading the RAM or HD later on. You get it as you got it, and it’ll stay that way.
Fortunately, the Dragonfly Pro 14 is fast with office apps and websites, so it should hold up for quite a while. With a bright screen, all day battery life, and a keyboard that feels good to type on, it’s a great laptop for school, work, and would make excellent fleet laptops for company staff. Especially with the dedicated customer support button to instantly bring help for any tech issues.
PROS
- Legit 10 hour battery life
- Fast for day to day, streaming, and office tasks
- Good touchpad with haptic feedback
- Solid build quality
- Good sound
- Excellent feeling keyboard
- Sharp and bright screen
- 100% sRGB color spectrum
- Responsive touchscreen
- Fast WiFi with good range
- Great do it all laptop
- 3 USB-C ports
- Fast 96w charger
- Can charge from any port
- Dedicated screenshot button
- Programmable key
- Quiet
- Legit 10 hour battery life
- Fast for day to day, streaming, and office tasks
- Good touchpad with haptic feedback
- Solid build quality
- Good sound
- Excellent feeling keyboard
- Sharp and bright screen
- 100% sRGB color spectrum
- Responsive touchscreen
- Fast WiFi with good range
- Great do it all laptop
- 3 USB-C ports
- Fast 96w charger
- Can charge from any port
- Dedicated screenshot button
- Programmable key
- Quiet
CONS
- Bad for gaming
- Have to turn on keyboard backlight
- A little heavy
- Incompatible with Dolby Atmos
- No headphone port
- Average camera
- Gets warm
- Fan vents only on bottom
- Not upgradeable
- Can only program 1 button
- Bad for gaming
- Have to turn on keyboard backlight
- A little heavy
- Incompatible with Dolby Atmos
- No headphone port
- Average camera
- Gets warm
- Fan vents only on bottom
- Not upgradeable
- Can only program 1 button
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This Element 27" frameless gaming monitor provides everything you need for premium gameplay or everyday tasks. This 1440P resolution monitor is equipped with FreeSync Technology for avoiding tearing and reducing stuttering. With easy set-up for multiple screens, you're able to expand your view and get more done. The 16:9 widescreen resolution partnered with a 1ms response time and 165hz refresh rate allows a vivid, realistic picture so you can be immersed in your gaming world. Built-in speakers and a sleek, frameless screen enable the monitor to blend with your decor for a clean aesthetic.
Does this have g-sync?
It seems like it's g-sync compatible. Works fine with my RTX Super 2080
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This Element 27" frameless gaming monitor provides everything you need for premium gameplay or everyday tasks. This 1440P resolution monitor is equipped with FreeSync Technology for avoiding tearing and reducing stuttering. With easy set-up for multiple screens, you're able to expand your view and get more done. The 16:9 widescreen resolution partnered with a 1ms response time and 165hz refresh rate allows a vivid, realistic picture so you can be immersed in your gaming world. Built-in speakers and a sleek, frameless screen enable the monitor to blend with your decor for a clean aesthetic.
Hello, How do you get 2160p resolution supported with this monitor on PS5?
This Element 27" frameless gaming monitor provides everything you need for premium gameplay or everyday tasks. This 1440P resolution monitor is equipped with FreeSync Technology for avoiding tearing and reducing stuttering. With easy set-up for multiple screens, you're able to expand your view and get more done. The 16:9 widescreen resolution partnered with a 1ms response time and 165hz refresh rate allows a vivid, realistic picture so you can be immersed in your gaming world. Built-in speakers and a sleek, frameless screen enable the monitor to blend with your decor for a clean aesthetic.
is this 4k? and does it matter if it’s not 4k even though you have a PS5?
Not 4k. It's 2560x1440. Think of it like 2K.
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Free your travel with the LG TONE Free FP9. Connect to in-flight entertainment systems even without Bluetooth capabilities. Get peace of mind with a UVnano charging case that kills 99% of bacteria on the speaker mesh¹ and medical grade ear gels.² Plus, get better clarity for calls on the go.
Do these recharge wirelessly (the charging case)?
Not the FP9 case. The FP8 case does, but doesn't have the wireless plug-in feature.
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BIGASN
The Turtle Beach Recon Controller officially licensed for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One X, Xbox One S & Windows 10 PC’s is the first controller to pair game-changing audio innovations with game-winning controls. Plug in a 3.5mm headset and take advantage of proven Turtle Beach audio features like Superhuman Hearing, Mic Monitoring, Signature Audio Presets and more. Win more with Pro-Aim Focus Mode, which tunes thumbstick sensitivity for enhanced long-range accuracy, and save up to four selectable profiles on each of the two, rear quick-action buttons. Play for hours in comfort thanks to ergonomic cooling grips and feel every vital gaming detail with next-gen vibration feedback in the handles and triggers.
What are the triggers like on this controller? Are they like normal Xbox controller triggers with a long pull or do they use any trigger stops for a shorter pull?
Soundcore Partycast is a portable Bluetooth Party Speaker with 80 watts of power, an 18-hour playtime, and a party-starting light show. Using our exclusive partycast technology, you can link over 100 partycast speakers together for synchronized music and lights to create the ultimate experience. IPX7 Waterproofing means you won’t need to worry about liquid getting on it, and with its USB charge-out capabilities your phone will stay charged no matter how long the party lasts.
Can you turn the lights off
Yes, in the Soundcore app there's options to edit the light patterns, colors, and turn off completely.
2 years, 11 months ago
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Soundcore Partycast is a portable Bluetooth Party Speaker with 80 watts of power, an 18-hour playtime, and a party-starting light show. Using our exclusive partycast technology, you can link over 100 partycast speakers together for synchronized music and lights to create the ultimate experience. IPX7 Waterproofing means you won’t need to worry about liquid getting on it, and with its USB charge-out capabilities your phone will stay charged no matter how long the party lasts.
what are the dimensions
It's roughly the size of a 3 liter soda bottle.
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Soundcore Partycast is a portable Bluetooth Party Speaker with 80 watts of power, an 18-hour playtime, and a party-starting light show. Using our exclusive partycast technology, you can link over 100 partycast speakers together for synchronized music and lights to create the ultimate experience. IPX7 Waterproofing means you won’t need to worry about liquid getting on it, and with its USB charge-out capabilities your phone will stay charged no matter how long the party lasts.
Does this speaker have the ability for phone conversations? answer calls. voice call commands via google assistant if i ask my phone to make a call, will this speak be compatible to use voice and hear throught speaker
No. It's just for audio. I have to switch the call to my phone when I'm connected to this speaker.
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HYPERBOOM rocks a supermassive sound and extreme bass that takes your party into the stratosphere. Its phenomenal dynamic range brings your tracks to life, rendering every sound level in gorgeous detail. The brainy adaptive EQ reads the room—or patio, or rooftop—and automatically customizes the speaker’s sound until it’s utterly perfect for the space. Two Bluetooth, one auxiliary and one optical inputs let you and your friends connect four devices and easily switch between them, so the music never has to stop! With a rechargeable up to 24 hour battery, HYPERBOOM goes all night—and anywhere—from your living room dance-off to the ragin’ roof party.
Does it provide power to whatever is plugged in via the auxiliary input? (e.g. old iPod plugged in with poor battery life)
The Hyperboom has a USB port that's specifically for powering other devices so you should be good!
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Game like a pro with this Alienware low-profile RGB mechanical keyboard. The 6.5-foot cable with a USB connector offers easy access to a wide range of gaming computers, while the Cherry MX low-profile keys offer fast, accurate responses for dominating the battlefield or race track easily. This Alienware low-profile RGB mechanical keyboard has dedicated volume and multimedia control keys for handling playback seamlessly.
Can the AW510k keyboard be purchased with Cherry MX Red SILENT switches?
It currently uses the Cherry MX red switches, which I believe by color code are the silent switches.
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