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Meet the Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 10-qt air fryer. This XL 2-Basket Air Fryer has DualZone Technology and IQ Boost. With its 2 independent baskets you can cook 2 foods, 2 ways, at the same time, not back-to-back like a traditional single-basket air fryer.
Customer Rating
5
The best kitchen appliance we own!
on October 21, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
In a world of chaos, where cooking home cooked meals after long shifts seems like an impossibility, this amazing air fryer has come into our lives to help us cook delicious air-fried meals not only delicious but incredibly convenient!
It is amazing being able to conveniently and easily use both baskets separately, together, or one at a time. Many of our meals include air fried vegetables and it was always inconvenient with our old air fryer to have to go one at a time on each batch of vegetables. Now we can start two separate foods in the different air fryers at different times and temperatures as needed, which is awesome!
One reason why I love this air fryer so much is that unlike many of its counterparts, both the crisper plates and the baskets are approved by Ninja to be washable in a dish washer! They do have an asterisk on the baskets that this can shorter their lifespan, but when talking about convenience it is incredibly nice to be able to just stick these in the dishwasher when done cooking. The truth is that many air fryer baskets get burnt out prematurely by old grease and food particles getting burnt and baked onto the bottom of the baskets which overtime will greatly reduce their efficiency. So, it stands as important to make sure you wash your crisper plates and air fryer baskets.
A couple of features I would like to see added to future iterations of this product are auto-pause on the respective heating element if a basket is pulled out, and an auto-start or delay timer on the individual baskets so you could have them set to automatically start at a given time. Also, this is not so much of a downside but just wanting people to be aware to double check the dimensions of this air fryer against their counter-space. We put our air fryer in the pantry as it does take a lot of space up lengthwise. Surprisingly, this is no wider than our previous 4-quart single basket air fryer. Otherwise, I have minimal to no complaints at all about this Foodi air fryer! Thanks for reading and hope this helps guide your purchase!
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The Vitamix ONE blender is designed to fit into your kitchen, your routine, and your lifestyle. Enjoy simple operation, streamlined design, and the performance Vitamix is known for. We slimmed down our classic Vitamix to give you more counter space, but left plenty of room to play. It~ll blend tough, fibrous fruits and veggies into smoothies, dressings, sauces, purees, & frozen desserts. It's the perfect starter or second Vitamix with a full 32 oz. Tritan~ BPA-Free Container. The Simple Speed Dial is easy and intuitive to use. The ONE's Powerful Motor makes for Ease of use & versatility, inspiring creativity in the kitchen. The Vitamix ONE makes amazing smoothies, sauces, dips, and frozen treats, but is not intended to be used for hot soups, nut butters, or grinding grains. (Attempting these techniques will void the warranty) The 2 year Full warranty covers parts, performance, labor & two-way shipping.
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5
Quality blender, at a high price
on October 7, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
TLDR: It cannot be argued that this is a great blender. In my experience with it, it holds up to the Vitamix name in its build quality and ability to produce excellent, silky-smooth smoothies. However, it also cannot be argued that you are paying for a brand name blender here and that it lacks some of the features and conveniences that blenders a hundred dollars less offer. Is it worth it? That will be up to you.
Opening this blender felt like opening up an Apple product. It was thoughtfully packaged and its minimalist appearance along with high quality materials are sure to stun. I have no doubt that this blender will last for years to come. It has a 1.2hp motor which is adequate for most of my blending needs, including chopping up as for smoothies. Without a pulse function, though, it feels like a finicky process to get the wheel selector of this blender to do its job at times.
Overall, I am satisfied with this blender and as a fan of the full sized Vitamix, I can see how this is a great addition or substitution in the use case of someone who wants a quality blender but doesn’t need all the bells and whistles. Thank for reading and hope this helps guide your purchasing decision.
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The Farenheit Flare is great for the backyard or for your outdoor adventures. This easy to transport fire pit will add warmth and atmosphere. Designed to reduce smoke so you can cozy up and enjoy yourself.
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5
Perfect for overlanding!
on September 23, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
As more and more people get into the outdoors, responsible methods have to be considered for the enjoyment of activities like campfires. As an off-road enthusiast who enjoys driving to remote destinations in the pacific northwest, I always find it depressing to arrive at areas used for camping to find them littered with ill-suited campfire rings and campfire debris all over the place. The best solution to avoid these is to bring along propane or wood fire pits such as this Farenheit Flare fire pit!
This is the perfect size for a small campground area and to load into the back of a truck or SUV. At 10 pounds and 13.5 inches across, it is light enough and small enough that it can be handled and stowed easily. The total height of it when set up is precisely 12 inches, and when stowed it is just less than 7 inches. The design of it allows firewood to burn hot with plenty of oxygen being fed to it from all angles through the ports in the sides and bottom while allowing for collection of ash in the bottom stand portion. I am really excited to add a grate to this for some grilling. My only wish is that this fire pit would have come with a cover, even a cheap one, as it is prone to dings and scratches in its bare state. Aside from this wish though, I find myself extremely happy with this portable, responsible fire pit and highly recommend it to anyone that likes a fire out in the wilderness or backyard!
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Finally. A robot vacuum you can rely on to get the job done. The Roomba j7 + robot vacuum packs 10x the power-lifting suction and comes with unique intelligence to avoid cords and pet waste. It even understands times when you~re home and seasons when more cleaning may be needed. Compared to the Roomba 600 series cleaning system.
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5
One of the best Roomba options!
on September 22, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
This Roomba has been an amazing part of our cleanup routine in our house! Roombas have been controversial topic over the years—whether you are referring to the horror stories of them smearing dog poop everywhere or their less than satisfactory cleanup work, people don’t know what to think about them sometimes. I can tell you that yes, this version of the Roomba is amazing and between its self-emptying capability, peace of mind with its P.O.O.P system to avoid pet waste (Pet Owner Official Promise) and smart mapping, I have grown to love it.
The setup of this machine was easy. I got the dock, or “Clean Base” set up and plugged in and placed the Roomba on the charging contact pads to get it started. I really love the design of the clean base with this one. It is not as tall as previous models, and it is somehow more pleasant and refined looking to my tastes. I actually don’t mind if guests see this sitting in my dining room. The Roomba turned out to be more than a quarter charged already from the factory! I downloaded the iRobot app and went through the setup of this Roomba on my Wi-Fi network. The app guided me easily through the process and before I knew it, I was giving my Roomba a name and sending it off on its first cleanup job!
I live in a 1300 square foot condo and the first cleanup everywhere job was a long one, over 3-1/2 hours to cover 721 square feet for mapping and vacuuming (according to the app), a mix of carpet, hardwood, and linoleum with a stop for 1 hour and 24 minutes in for it to go charge itself and then get back to work, which it did automatically! We are very clean people and vacuum at least once a week if not twice and I just could not believe how much hair and junk was in the bag of the self-emptying station! The second time I sent the Roomba to look around the house and figure out the map of the place, I found out that in the app I could just send it on a mapping mission, which when a lot quicker. I then was able to use the app to label rooms, create boundaries and no entry points, and I even set my kitchen and entry as “clean zones” so that the Roomba knows to spend extra time there vacuuming.
I am now getting a kick out of grinding coffee and sending the Roomba in to the kitchen to clean up the floor after me, sending it to the living room to vacuum the carpet and leave behind perfectly geometric lines and patterns for our guests to ooh and ahh over and tease us about. The Roomba has showed itself to be more than a match for my wife’s several foot long hairs she sheds, dog food kibbles, and everything else in between.
I was very impressed watching the Roomba get itself unstuck from a loose bathroom lug it sucked up into it. It attempted different angles of departure until it was able to get loose. The only hang-up with this Roomba, literally, was laces from my shoes getting caught in it. But the machine paused and alerted me on the app it was having trouble with a bumper, and I went and found it in its state. To find it, I was able to use the app to locate the Roomba and I heard its little chime from my inside of my closet! Another aspect worth mentioning is how quiet this machine is. My cat, which is typically fearful and hides from our full sized vacuum, enjoys following this Roomba around! Maybe it is going to turn into the next meme of a cat that rides the Roomba around in a shark costume, haha!
Altogether, this thing is awesome. It is a steep price, but wow does it perform. I have had zero problems whatsoever during my couple weeks of owning it now and over a dozen cleaning jobs. I love the uniform, clean lines it leaves on my carpeted floors and the much cleaner floors of my kitchen and dining room now. If you are here looking seriously at buying it, I would say just go for it and get ready to be as impressed as I have been!
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Experience the thrill of the game with the new Dell G15 gaming laptop. Featuring AMD~ Ryzen processors, NVIDIA~ GeForce~ graphics improved thermal design and Game Shift technology.
Customer Rating
5
A Balanced Gaming Laptop for School!
on September 18, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
If you are looking for a moderately affordable (less than $1000 dollar), reasonably equipped gaming laptop to double as your school or productivity machine, this may just be the right one for you!
The first of several reasons why is the amazing battery life. JarrodTech on Youtube talks about it, but this G15 series of Dell Gaming laptop has one of the most outstanding battery life lengths for a gaming laptop released this year. This trim you are looking at in particular is equipped with 1080p FHD screen that is smooth and buttery with its 120Hz refresh rate but is also less demanding on the battery as compared to its higher resolution counterparts. The only detractor here is that I believe this model is equipped with a 53-watt hour battery as opposed to the 90 watt plus ones of the higher end trim levels of this laptop. Another area this trim level has some reductions is in it’s I/O. The two side USB-A ports on the right side are USB 2.0 only, one with power sharing, one without. This is okay for me as these ports are where I am running my mouse and headset from anyway. The rear ports have a USB-C with 3.2 connection and a USB A 3.0 port to my knowledge.
The size and build quality of this laptop speaks to compromise in the right areas of the build while succeeding in remaining high quality. The keyboard deck is strong and doesn’t have a lot of flex, allowing for easy typing action and mitigating the rebound or “trampoline” feeling of typing on other plastic keyboard deck equipped laptops I have tried in the past. Alas, what it demonstrates in sturdiness comes at the cost of weight; it is a heavy machine at over 5Ibs. Factor this into your decision making as you well, but I certainly have no fear of lugging this and its 180W charger around.
The keyboard is another reason why I can recommend this laptop to a student. The keystrokes are very quiet and accurate with no depth or looseness issues. It is like a stealthy chicklet style MacBook Pro with scissor-switch-like strokes. It makes for great typing and is very quiet in a library or lecture hall setting. The lighting is great with just a mild red orange that matches the accents on the rest of the laptop. I think RGB is gimmicky and eventually underutilized by most once the initial enthusiasm dies away, so the coloring of this laptop is perfect for me. The trackpad is similar in that it is reasonable for this trim of laptop and does not seem to have any performance issues. It is a springboard type track pad (firmer clicks at the top, softer at the bottom) and is has a matching touch surface to the speckled plastic of the rest of the laptop.
I am very pleased with the included 512GB NVME drive. While a little small for today’s gaming file downloads (Doom Eternal is 79gb!), it is sufficiently fast for the price paid with a 2200mb/s read speed and 500mb/s write speed. The 8GB of 3200mHz RAM is up to the task for most daily users’ needs and allows for zippy multitasking through lots of open programs and chrome tabs—this being enhanced by the stellar Ryzen 5 5600H CPU with 6 cores and 12 threads. A problem I have had with Dell laptops in the past, but not this one, is coil whine. I am glad to find it is absent here. All of this with the discrete graphics (described below) being effectively cooled by this laptop’s intake and exhaust system. It should be noted that this is an example of a laptop that, based on its design, could benefit from a cooling fan pad or stand to allow for maximum cool airflow. It wouldn’t be advisable to game with this on a bed or any other surface that stifles its air intake.
I am very pleased with the included 512GB NVME drive. While a little small for today’s gaming file downloads (Doom Eternal is 79gb!), it is sufficiently fast for the price paid with a 2200mb/s read speed and 500mb/s write speed. The 8GB of 3200mHz RAM is up to the task for most daily users’ needs and allows for zippy multitasking through lots of open programs and chrome tabs—this being enhanced by the stellar Ryzen 5 5600H CPU with 6 cores and 12 threads. A problem I have had with Dell laptops in the past, but not this one, is coil whine. I am glad to find it is absent here. All of this with the discrete graphics (described below) being effectively cooled by this laptop’s intake and exhaust system. It should be noted that this is an example of a laptop that, based on its design, could benefit from a cooling fan pad or stand to allow for maximum cool airflow. It wouldn’t be advisable to game with this on a bed or any other surface that stifles its air intake.
The RTX 3050 discrete graphics is the real compromise and decision-making point of whether to get this laptop. Unless you are new to the subject or have been hiding under a rock, you know that silicon is hard to get right now and ergo, the prices and availability of anything utilizing graphics cards is astronomical currently. As such, this 3050 is what this Dell laptop comes equipped with. With 4gb of VRAM, this is not a top-level gaming laptop by any stretch. I think that Best Buy’s listing this as “High-End” graphics card according to their purchasing guide is a big stretch, unless one is comparing it to an Ultrabook or the like. The 3050 is an entry level graphics card in this current generation of NVIDIA graphics and is going to yield you 60fps only at low or medium settings on most newer AAA title games. I played Battlefield 1 and I managed on Operations to get 60fps+ on preset medium settings. I really enjoyed the gameplay and considering that my main gaming PC has a 2080 super with a 9700K CPU, I still managed to enjoy the gameplay on this great laptop!
Altogether, you should put this under serious consideration for being the gaming laptop you choose if the above appeals to you. I think that this is a Dell gaming laptop with Alienware inspired aesthetics and, frankly, I am absolutely digging it. Thank for reading and good luck making your purchasing decision!
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Advanced compression, simplified for everybody. This easy-to-use pneumatic compression system makes it easy for anybody to experience the benefits of our clinically-proven recovery technology. Sit back, relax, and recover faster as each boot sequentially compresses the leg to increase circulation and reduce soreness and fatigue. Discover the fastest, safest, most effective compression in recovery.
Customer Rating
5
Incredible recovery aids for sore legs!
on September 8, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
I always have believed that something is wrong with me, because regardless of my years of working out and participating in local races, my legs still get so dang sore after workouts. I have tried many solutions including dietary supplements, ice baths, massage, etc., and I still get sore. But then these boots came to my attention and my recoveries have been improved beyond all
recognition!
recognition!
Many people are familiar with compression boot therapy by now. Chances are that if you are reading this review, you have been looking around at compression boots or boots to help increase the speed and comfort of your recoveries from intense workouts. So, I feel that my best role is to tell you more about why you should consider the PRO over the lower trim offerings from Therabody.
If you are a tech nut like me, you will really appreciate the wireless smart
controls. The app they put together for this system is pretty slick and the ability to have full control over the device with the app is really killer. I like having the ability to control the pressure of each of the four zones as I have learned quickly that my calves basically need to be in a steel vise to get appropriate compression whereas my thighs will be having me tear up if they get squeezed too hard. The compression programs that are included are really slick too. There is one that is called Warm-Up which I think will actually be useful prior to a long bike ride on a cold morning so that I am not all stiff.
controls. The app they put together for this system is pretty slick and the ability to have full control over the device with the app is really killer. I like having the ability to control the pressure of each of the four zones as I have learned quickly that my calves basically need to be in a steel vise to get appropriate compression whereas my thighs will be having me tear up if they get squeezed too hard. The compression programs that are included are really slick too. There is one that is called Warm-Up which I think will actually be useful prior to a long bike ride on a cold morning so that I am not all stiff.
I appreciate how easy this device is to set up, take down, and clean up too. I am a germaphobe; even towards my own germs, and I appreciate that I can get in here and clean out the accumulation of skin cells and sweat. I also like that the RecoveryAir PRO pneumatic device is compatible with other compression products in the Therabody lineup, so if you buy this
package, expandability is an option!
package, expandability is an option!
Altogether, I think if you are on this product page, you are considering this as a possible purchase and you know what you are wanting to get. You can be confident that this is indeed a PRO level product in Therabody’s lineup, and you are getting a good product. Thanks for reading and recover well!
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Protect your home while away without comprising your privacy when at home. Arlo Essential Indoor Camera captures 1080p video and offers a way to reassure your privacy with an automated privacy shield, controllable through the Arlo App. Receive motion alerts directly to your phone and use 2-way audio to hear and speak to visitors. See at night, with black and white night vision. Connect directly to Wi-Fi for easy setup. Get notifications on your smartphone when your camera spots people or animals, and view recorded video clips directly from your phone, with a trial of included Arlo Secure¹.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent camera as part of a great system!
on August 12, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
My family loves our outdoor Arlo cameras. When this became available, we new we wanted it as part of our system. It is nice to know what is going on at home during the day when we keep the dog in the living room. We can check and make sure she hasn't torn into anything. Something we really like about this camera is the very obvious privacy shield that flips in and out of place with a snazzy *click* sound. No one wants to feel spied on and this camera assures that isn't happening. The video quality for this camera is great too. It seems to do better in bright light then I anticipated and keeping the video from getting bleached out, just like its outdoor counterparts! Overall, as a standalone unit or in cooperation with other Arlo security cameras, I highly recommend this!
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Oh, the places you~ll go! And the times you~ll share and treasure, all captured with your Polaroid Go. Pocket-sized and built to go go go wherever adventure takes you. Get to know a more grownup instant camera featuring artful double exposure, selfie mirror, and a self-timer for the days you step inside the frame. The Everything Box also includes 2 packs of film.
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
My family has thoroughly enjoyed this camera! This is a great camera kit to get as it includes a good amount of films ready to go for your camera and the camera itself is simple to use! I really like that it is USB rechargeable, the last Polaroid camera I had used AA batteries which always went dead in the most inconvenient of times, this is easy enough to top off with a powerbank or a a wall charger and you are good to go! My only advice I want to give on this camera is to follow the directions carefully for letting the films develop, they need to not be shaken and to sit face down with minimal light exposure to develop nicely. Thanks for reading and hope you enjoy this camera!
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Game-Changing Audio Meets Game-Winning Controls. 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.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent, Plug-and-Play Windows Controller!
on July 29, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
As my title states, this well-built controller is plug and play. I figured out that I can use it with any USB-C to USB-A cable to plug into my PC, but it does include a long, nicely-braided USB-C to USB-A cable. The controller is amazingly well built. It has a quality heft to it and the buttons and triggers are texturized to help with those of you who are like me that suffer from "sweaty palms" syndrome. I will admit that I am a fairly weak-sauce gamer, I and on some games like Skyrim and Witcher 3, I just can't shake my love of playing those games with controllers and controller vibrations to really punctuate those hits and blocks. I think for the price this controller is fantastic. Not to mention, with the ability to use any USB-C to USB-A controller, you don't have to be concerned with where to store it or the cable bending and wearing out (like my last few PC controllers did). I highly recommend this controller for PC gaming use!
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The Chirp Wheel+ helps reduce back pain by decompressing your spine, strengthening core muscles, and massaging out tight trigger points. Made with a rigid ABS plastic core and soft EVA compression sensitive mat, the Chirp Wheel+ can support up to 500 pounds! Three wheel sizes provide different levels of pressure for customizable back pain relief. The smallest wheel offers the most pressure, to target specific muscle knots, while the largest wheel offers the least pressure and the greatest stretch to help correct poor posture.
Customer Rating
5
The best rollers for back pain and muscle aches!
on July 10, 2021
Posted by: Bren
from Central Point, OR
I wish I had gotten this pack of three Chirp wheels long before I purchased all of my previous gimmichy foam rollers and "rolling pin" style muscle massagers. The three sizes included in this pack do it all for you. I use the smaller size to roll my hamstrings and quadriceps after hard leg workouts. The largest and medium sizes are what I am best tolerating right now for everyday back pain and stretching related to my work as a nurse. The included instructions that come with these rollers are great and tell you all you need to know about their use. I love these rollers even down to the fact they were shipped in a box that cleverly states "all-purpose white flour" on the outsight; dissuading porch pirates from stealing this package. All in all, an excellent addition to my lifestyle accessories for pain management!
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Only at Best BuyPlay your way to the top with this HP OMEN notebook. The Intel Core i7 processor provides lightning-fast response times, and the 1TB hard drive is enough for all your favorite games and apps with room to spare for music and video files. This HP OMEN notebook has a full-size backlit keyboard for fast, easy typing.
What is the RPM of the 1 terabyte hard drive?
7200rpm, much better than the 5400rpm hard drive found in my $1600.00 MSI Stealth Pro :(
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