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The Oura Ring Gen3 and the Oura Membership ($5.99/mo plus tax) work hand-in-hand to help you feel your best. Monitor your sleep, activity levels, temperature, stress, heart rate, and more with the most trusted Smart Ring. Whether you’re focusing on your fitness or want to improve your sleep, Oura helps you take control of your health — in style.
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5
An amazing tool for becoming self-aware!
on May 3, 2023
Posted by: Bren
I have been a long-time Apple Watch user and am also a Registered Nurse. Suffice it to say, I LOVE keeping track of my vital signs like my HR and SPO2 throughout the day! The only deficit I found in my utilization of the Apple Watch is that as power efficient as it is, it will not make it through a 24-hour day and therefore has to go on the charger each night when I go to bed. Another deficit of the Apple Watch is that despite the alternative bands I have purchased and used with it, it is still a rather industrial and techy-looking accessory and does not go well with business professional attire in many circumstances.
Enter the Oura Ring: Here is a health metric tracking device that not only holds up to its advertised role like a champ for almost a week straight of use between charges, but it is also a very good-looking accessory that does not particularly clash with any attire I wear on a weekly basis.
The process of ordering the ring was really cool. I was able to get the free sizing kit (ring sizes 6-13) sent straight to me, and once I had lived with the size 12 ring on my left index finger for a full 24 hours, I determined that was the preferred size I would like to go with. Of note, it is really important that you use the sizing kit, because the size while close to traditional wedding band style ring sizes differs slightly due to the sensor nubs on the inside of the ring. You may also find as you are running through your 24-hour testing period with the ring that you want to try a different size ring on a different finger. For example, I had started with the size 12 on my right index finger but quickly found that since that is my dominant hand, the ring was interfering too much with using my phone and other annoying little tasks. It was much better suited to my non-dominant hand!
Once done with choosing my ring size, I was able to log in to the Oura ring size portal with my account email, and the ring arrived at my doorstep with 3-day UPS shipping in very discrete, non-descript external packaging.
The process from the arrival and opening of the package entailed some very easy setup using the Oura App on my iPhone. I was prompted through the whole setup and was even made aware of a firmware update available on the main page of the app.
Since then, getting used to this ring in my daily routine has been really cool. It takes it a few weeks to get a good idea of your baseline heart rate (HR), sleep, and SPO2, so just give it some time to get used to you. You can spot-check your HR anytime just by going into the app and tapping the heart icon on the Heart Rate card. You will be instructed to hold still while it determines your heart rate.
An important thing to note is that as of the writing of this review, the ring does not carry the ability to “broadcast” your heart rate real time to devices like a Peloton Bike. It can communicate across your Apple Health app to look at the HR tracking during your exercise period retroactively, but you aren’t going to get a real time monitoring of your HR on the Peloton bike like you would with your Apple Watch or Whoop if I am not mistaken.
One of my favorite aspects of this ring is tracking my quality of sleep. Thus far, I have found that the ring seems highly accurate in tracking my restfulness, nighttime wakeups, and overall quality of sleep. The other night, it was way too hot in our bedroom, and I was tossing and turning. I remember thinking to myself, “The ring is probably going to show me tossing a lot and waking up”. Sure enough, it did! It also demonstrated how, as compared to the prior night, I had far less deep sleep due to this tossing and turning and experienced quite a lot of light sleep in its place. This definitely reflected in my performance during the day after as I was a little more sluggish and less refreshed when waking up. This ring can serve as a really good tool to help you address your sleeping habits, including factors like whether you are drinking caffeine too late in the day. Are you not sleeping in a cool enough room or comfortable enough bed and therefore tossing and turning a bunch? The ring has a tracking feature on the app where you “tag” when you drink your caffeinated beverages or consume other forms of caffeine which allows you to get a readout from the app if it thinks caffeine may have reduced your restfulness during your sleep. Another thing I like about the ring’s sleep tracking is that it tracks your naps really well too, and it will accordingly increase your readiness score and sleep score on the app! So, you have a bad night of sleep? Take a 25-minute cat nap to perk up a bit and the app recognizes that and updates your score to encourage your efforts!
A couple things to take note of. You really will want to read through the article linked in the app “Caring for your Oura Ring” .There are a lot of important tips on there for keeping the ring in tip-top condition, such as trying to keep the battery level from dropping below 30% and making sure not to leave it on the charger for more than a week straight (even that is pushing it). As high-tech as this ring is, it is still depending on a rechargeable battery and requires user awareness if you want to maximize the battery life of your new ring. I have found that I like to take both my wedding band and my Oura ring off when I shower so that 20-30 minutes of shower and clean up time at night is perfect for placing the Oura ring on its charger and getting it topped off while I do my personal hygiene routine before bed!
Another thing to take note of is that the stainless finish of the ring I received is prone to smudging and fingerprint collection. Keep that thing wiped off if you want it to shine and glisten in all its handsome countenance from your digit!
Altogether, this ring gets my highest recommendation as a fitness and health tracking device! You are not going to be upset you bought this. Just be aware fo the $5.99 monthly subscription fee for the ongoing app and tracking features so that it doesn’t surprise you! Best wishes and good health to you!
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The Swann Master-Series 4K HD 4 Dome Camera 8 Channel NVR CCTV camera security system is sure to give you peace of mind from every angle. Protect your loved ones & property with this multi-camera, wired surveillance system with everything you need to do-it-yourself or have it professionally installed. Be safe & confident as Swann outdoor home security cameras (camaras de seguridad para casa exterior) have you covered. A perfect home security system (camaras de seguridad inalambricas). See what's happening with digitally enhanced upscaling technology that provides 4K camera resolution & zoom - you won't miss a thing. Know what’s happening at any hour with powerful night vision up to 130ft in total darkness. Add 2 more home camera system (camaras de seguridad para casa) via PoE connections for full 8 channel monitoring. Enjoy local recording onto the massive 2TB hard drive with no fees ever, store months of recordings before it starts saving over older footage. Cut the cost of crime & know what’s happening with this 6 camera security system (6 camaras de seguridad) to suit large homes, offices, small businesses & retail stores. Actively prevent crime as heat & motion trigger sensor lights, mobile alerts & video recordings. Enjoy hands-free security using voice commands. Stream video from your camera via Hey Google & Chromecast, Google Home Hub, or via Alexa devices with a screen, such as Echo Spot, Echo Show or 4K Fire TV. The Master-Series weatherproof design is IP66 rated, meaning they are built to withstand rain, snow & heat, all year round. The Master-Series includes a NVR-8580 8 Channel IP NVR security system with 2TB Hard Drive, NHD-876MSD Dome Cameras security camera outdoor (x4) also can be used as indoor security camera, Cat5e Ethernet Cable x 5 (60ft/18m x 6 & 3ft/1m x 1), HDMI Cable, Power Adapter, Mouse, Mounting Screws & Plugs, Quick Start Guide and Theft Deterrent Stickers. Note: For outdoor camera wireless, please contact Swann team for support. Wireless cameras for home security & wifi camera can be found at Swann's main website.
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5
A best-in-class home or small biz security setup!
on May 3, 2023
Posted by: Bren
First of all, I have to say that if this is your first indoor/outdoor wired local storage network setup that you have looked at, you have come to the right place. As you do your research, you are going to find that what Swann is offering here with this Master Series Security system is practically all inclusive and that these cameras are some of the lowest profile yet highest image quality examples currently on the market. As a matter of fact, these might be one of the first ones that I would highly recommend for the inside or outside of a retail or small business environment! The reason behind this is yes, you are reading it here, NO SUBSCRIPTION FEES required!
The way a lot of the competitors on the market get you is that even when they have a local recording storage solution available, that still want to pester and nag you about signing up for their cloud storage solutions or try to get you to upgrade to higher-end security plans; playing on your fear and feelings of insecurity to try to make a buck. That is not what you will find here. With the pre-installed 2TB hard disk drive for storage, you can select 24/7 continuous recording or go with Swann’s True Detect heat/motion triggered recordings. They advertise up to 180 days and beyond of recording storage and truly I can believe it! They also offer a 1-year limited warranty so that if you get a lemon and you are beyond they typical Best Buy 14-45 day return window, you don’t have to have anxiety about being stuck with a defective item; Swann backs this up and will replace it within one year of purchase if you have problems. As a family man who has finite resources and discretionary funds to spend on a security system, that is precisely the assurance I need to make sure I feel good about this purchase. If you are looking for cloud style recordings storage, they do offer a subscription plan and/or allow you to connect your DropBox cloud storage account with this security system! That is some excellent flexibility in my book!
The 4K footage looks amazing on my 4K TV I have the network video recorder (NVR) hooked up too. I also love that I can monitor my camera system with my smart phone since I don’t always want to have to belly up to the TV and use the NVR system to look through footage. I also appreciate that this has a method for saving video clips with your Alexa or Google Assistant set up!
One of the crucial things that must be mentioned is that, yes, this is a hard-wired set up, but the only cable you will be running to each camera back to the NVR is an ethernet cable! These cameras have PoE otherwise known as Power of Ethernet! That is so fantastic as opposed to some of the setups that require you to run video cable back to the NVR AND figure out an AC plug in power source for each individual camera! For ease of setup for a hard-wired camera, this is about as good as it gets as it goes for ease of set up and reliability. Part of this is that it is relatively easy to run ethernet cable through attics, walls, etc. with simple installation tools. You can look this up on YouTube or find a local security installer to walk you through this if need be. Just note that this has a temperature lower limit of -22F for reliable functioning, so you might want to skip this if you live in those colder climates. The cameras are good up to 131 degrees F, so if you are in a hotter climate just try to keep your mounting positions out of the way of direct sunlight for those scorchers of days: your recorded video quality will thank you too!
Overall, this is truly an amazing deal for a local data NVR style hardwired security system. Hope this review has helped bring forward some good thoughts and aided your purchasing decision!
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Pro-level results, easier than ever. Our best-seller, only better. The first Anova Precision Cooker launched in 2014 and started a home-cooking revolution — bringing sous vide to the masses and making Anova a household name in the process. This third generation of our flagship sous vide circulator adds key improvements, making perfect results easier to achieve than ever before.
Customer Rating
5
A technological advancement in the Sous-Vide space
on April 27, 2023
Posted by: Bren
This Sous vide cooking device is sure to elevate your cooking experience due to its ability to connect via Bluetooth AND wifi to the Anova app! This means, theoretically, you could make a quick trip around the corner to the grocery store to pick up some forgotten ingredients and get on your Anova app to check and see how your cooking progress is coming along! For dedicated Anova fans, that improvement alone could make the switch from the 1st generation or 2nd generation worth it to them!
This is a very sold, hefty piece of cooking equipment with excellent construction out of solid, long lasting feeling metals like stainless steel. I think that with this full size version, the attraction might be its ability to cook at such as huge capacity; even a 5 gallon container wouldn’t be a circulation challenge for this beast. The fact that it is not difficult to take apart and clean really helps maintain interest in it too as a sort of entry-level stand-alone sous-vide unit!
Hope some of these points help to encourage your purchasing decision, bon-chef!
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RevAir is designed to dry, stretch, smooth, and lengthen all hair types in less than half the time of traditional blow dryer / flat iron combinations. (Yes, we did say HALF the time.) Our patented technology dries hair in the natural direction of the cuticle (downward) to lock out frizz and seal in shine. And since it uses low heat, it won’t burn up your hair either. Faster, easier, healthier styling? Yes, please!
Customer Rating
5
Bulky, but very convenient for styling curly hair!
on April 27, 2023
Posted by: Bren
• The setup for wife was one that was easy to assemble, very intuitive with both the instructions and the online videos. The pieces clipped together easily. It is definitely a highly bulky machine though and takes up both counterspace and cabinet space.
• Initial use: Very easy to follow the directions: You just turn on the power and then adjust your settings according to the recommendations for your hair style and desired styling.
• To keep in mind, the wand is very bulky and heavy and the hose is very thick, so it is definitely a lot to use for a dryer. With my wife’s long and very curly hair, her arms were getting tired holding the wand up for so long to get a dry.
• A note from my wife is that although the unit is bulky as is the hose, you still can only get so many strands of hair in the dryer at a time, maybe about a half-dollar size, so it is still a lengthy process.
• My wife’s hair is 26” from scalp to tip while curly, so for her thicker hair, it is important to keep in mind that this is a very lengthy process, but she still found it to be amazing! This is the only hair dryer that she has every used that was this efficient at drying her hair and straightening it than anything else she has ever used! It only took her a few passes on her hair to figure out what tension and temperature she needed to use to achieve straight, dry hair. She had to go up to the highest tension (7) in order to achieve her results.
• Initial use: Very easy to follow the directions: You just turn on the power and then adjust your settings according to the recommendations for your hair style and desired styling.
• To keep in mind, the wand is very bulky and heavy and the hose is very thick, so it is definitely a lot to use for a dryer. With my wife’s long and very curly hair, her arms were getting tired holding the wand up for so long to get a dry.
• A note from my wife is that although the unit is bulky as is the hose, you still can only get so many strands of hair in the dryer at a time, maybe about a half-dollar size, so it is still a lengthy process.
• My wife’s hair is 26” from scalp to tip while curly, so for her thicker hair, it is important to keep in mind that this is a very lengthy process, but she still found it to be amazing! This is the only hair dryer that she has every used that was this efficient at drying her hair and straightening it than anything else she has ever used! It only took her a few passes on her hair to figure out what tension and temperature she needed to use to achieve straight, dry hair. She had to go up to the highest tension (7) in order to achieve her results.
Overall, for the right customer with plenty of counter space or storage space for this Rev-Air dryer, this is an excellent buy. Just be prepared to handle the weight and bulk of it and you will be good to go!
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Achieve high-quality visuals on every play with this Panasonic Ultra HD Blu-ray player DP-UB154P-K. Deep color HDMI output and 4K upscaling delivers immersive enjoyment of your favorite movie titles, showing images at their very best. Featuring Dolby Atmos and HDR10+ compatibility, this Panasonic UHD Blu-ray player immerses you both in lifelike sound and images.
Customer Rating
5
Amazing for owners of huge DVD collections!
on April 16, 2023
Posted by: Bren
To start off this review, I have to be honest that this is for a niche sort of buyer. This Panasonic Blu-Ray player is for the dedicated movie lover who has upgraded to a 4K TV and wants to enjoy their huge collection of DVDs and Blu-Ray discs that they are unwilling to let go of. It is additionally for those who already have streaming available via their smart TV, Apple TV, Fire Stick, or other similar device since this Blu-Ray player is not a Smart Device capable of streaming services on its own. With that said, here has been my experience so far.
First of all, set up is as intuitive and as easy as can be expected with a simple HDMI and power plug connected device. Pass-through audio to my sound bar works very well and this player appears to support HDMI pass through for audio control and power controls as well to my TV remote without any fuss.
Now the part you are waiting for: how do my old DVDs and Blu-Ray movies look upscaled to 4K digital resolution? Well, they look absolutely amazing! Rewatching my old Blu-Ray copies of Gladiator, Braveheart, Last of the Mohicans, etc. has left me astounded. I compared the image from the Blu-Ray upscaled version to streaming in 4K directly from Amazon Prime on a couple of the movies and I found, to my layperson eyes, that the image appeared to have the same fidelity on my 65” 4K OLED TV! This is exactly what I was hoping for when it comes to enjoying my old movie collection. I am very glad to have this as it now means that when I get a hankering to watch one of my old, classic favorites, I need not rent it on Amazon Prime or search endlessly through a half-dozen other streaming services to find it. I can just pop in one of my old movies and enjoy the high-resolution, high-quality image experience!
Thanks for reading and I hope this helps to increase your confidence in making this purchase!
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The UAG Rugged Bluetooth Keyboard with Trackpad utilizes a rugged, non-slip exterior and other premium features that represent UAG’s commitment to protection. With Bluetooth connectivity, the rugged keyboard offers a superior laptop-style typing experience and tracking. Featuring a spill-resistant keyboard with comfortably spaced backlit keys. Extra-large multi-touch trackpad with gesture support so you can swipe, tap, pinch, and scroll. Laptop-like experience with the adjustable magnetic stand that offers four viewing modes that let you type, view, sketch, or read. A rechargeable long-lasting battery that allows up to 6 months of battery life (depending on usage). Premium tactical grip exterior provides secure handling. Apple Pencil storage so you can have your Pencil close and handy. Work from anywhere with the UAG Rugged Bluetooth keyboard and detachable case.
Customer Rating
5
Turned my 10th Gen iPad into a laptop!
on March 7, 2023
Posted by: Bren
This highly ruggedized, tough Bluetooth keyboard case for my iPad has been perfect for my needs. I have been working through a process of minimalistic living in my life, and one of the things I realized I wanted to be able to do was change my on-the-go entertainment tablet for flights and coffee shops into something that I could also successfully use for school and do some other productivity tasks with.
The full touchpad and keyboard interface on this case is perfect for my needs. As cliché as it sounds, I almost can’t tell that I am not using a MacBook when I am using this tablet and keyboard/case combination. The UAG case component of this folio keyboard case is exactly what I have come to expect and enjoy from UAG. This particular model is tough and rugged feeling but has some nice lines and aesthetics that keep this from looking like some military application tablet or one of the cases that the Chik-Fil-A drive through workers use on their tablets.
Altogether, if you are looking for a tough and utilitarian keyboard/folio case for your new iPad that is ideal for travel and using it in a pseudo-laptop replacement role, then you have found the right one here!
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Allow us to help you maintain the battery of your phone while you’re on the go with the Best Buy essentials BE-MQ25KW23 5,000mAh Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger for Apple and Most USB-C Devices. A standard USB-C port and magnetic charging provide 7.5W of total power to keep your devices charged and at the ready. With a 5,000mAh capacity, attach the charger to your iPhone or other magnetic compatible device or use the included USB-C cable for other devices. LED indicator lights will let you know when the battery is charging your device and when it needs to be charged. A white, compact design lets the battery fit smoothly into your pocket or purse, ready to take wherever you go. Let us keep your devices powered with portable batteries backed by Best Buy.
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4
Affordable Magsafe and USB-C output Charger!
on February 25, 2023
Posted by: Bren
This Best Buy essentials portable Power Bank is definitely worth considering if you are looking for a powerbank that is going to provide multidevice charging ability while maintaining the core function of being able to utilize Magsafe charging on devices like the new Airpod Pros and the iPhone 12's and newer. The design is very simple and clean, matching the aesthetics of most apple devices well. The kickstand is a cool feature to have. For example, if you are on a plane with the server tray in front of you, this kickstand portable charger would be perfect for setting your phone up in front of you and charging your device while you enjoy media on the phone. The 5000mAh battery is a nice capacity to be able to enable your device to laster longer throughout your day or night of use while still maintaining a compact size that makes traveling on the go a lot easier. Something I did note is that when using the magsafe charging capability, this power bank does get quite hot to the touch. Given energy transfer and thermodynamics principles, this is not shocking, but it should be noted so users will be aware ahead of time.
Altogether, I really like this Best Buy Essentials power bank and the fact that it is available at well below the price of a lot of other options out there with this capacity and capability. Thanks for reading and I hope this helps you make your purchasing decision!
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Stainless steel precision for a perfect beard, hair and body trim. The Philips Norelco Multigroom 9000 will help you perfect your personal style with our most precise and versatile trimmer. Craft your personal look with this premium stainless steel trimmer, which includes 21 quality tools and accessories for styling your face, head and body. The precision trimming guard delivers a precise trim at the exact length you want, with 5x more precision settings vs the predecessor. The Philips Norelco Multigroom 9000 comes equipped with a body shaver attachment to efficiently shave body hair while protecting skin. The Multigroom 9000 also has Smart BeardSense technology to boost power exactly when you need it to tackle dense, bushy or long beards. The self-sharpening stainless steel blades remain sharp as day one for long lasting performance, no oil required. Plus, the steel frame and rubber grips deliver superior control and the Lithium-ion battery yields 6 hours of runtime. A premium storage case helps you stay organized and is convenient for travel. USB-A charging cable included (wall power adapter not included)
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5
Incredibly versatile shaver at a great price!
on January 25, 2023
Posted by: Bren
This grooming tool is truly one of the best all-in-one values I have ever used as part of my grooming routing. It is pretty incredible at this price to have a shaver that is capable of handling the taming of the hair basically around your entire body, wet or dry.
The included attachments appear to cover practically all of ones grooming needs. The evidence of how innovative Philips was in designing this kit is entirely abundant. I have utilized every attachment except for the hair styling and fading attachments for a haircut, and I can attest that every one of the attachments worked for its advertised purpose and kit or trimmed with precision.
The beard trimming tools are what I spent the most time with. The standard steel trimmer and the extra-wide hair trimmer were my favored attachments for cutting back my pesky neck hairs quickly. For precision shaping around my jaw line, I utilized the steel precision trimmer and the precision shaver (a foil-type shaver attachment) to really cut the small hairs back and get the precise line of my jaw that my wife loves so much. For my beard itself, I loved the innovative precision trimming guard that allowed me to trim my beard and moustache to a precise 3mm length! If you like your beard longer, the second adapter goes all the way up to 7mm and beyond that you can utilize the variety of labeled and easy to attach hair guards that go all the way up to 16mm in length!
The nose and ear trimmer is an excellent addition to this package. I normally have a separate nose and eyebrow trimmer I use as part of my grooming routine, but I used this attachment for my nose, and it worked superbly without pulling or tugging any of the hairs out! The eyebrow trim guard, however, leaves the eyebrow hairs a little long for my taste but would work in a pinch to keep the eyebrow hairs tamed!
One of the best parts of this whole package is the portability of it all! It comes with an amazing hard shell carrying case that everything fits neatly into. Most importantly, out of the four previous Norelco trimmers I have used, Philips has FINELY included a USB-A charging cable for a shaver! I love this because now this shaver can be charged on the go with any USB-A port, whether it is on a wall adapter or a portable power bank! This truly increases the portability of it and means that you don’t have to worry about finding an AC plug specifically for this charger. The only thing I think that could have further improved the versatility and portability of this shaver is if the shaver itself utilized a USB-micro or USB-C port instead of this proprietary double prong barrel style plug as most of Norelco shavers utilize. Even still, the USB-A cord is a huge upgrade! Just note that they did not include a wall adapter for it, so you will have to pick up or utilize one of your own––not too difficult to accommodate these days when so many of us have many USB-A wall adapters laying around! Also of note but less important, the shaver came without any charge from the factory, so it required a few minutes of charging before I could use it for my first trim!
Altogether, this is an astonishingly good value of a grooming tool. I would suggest it as a gift for husbands, boyfriends, fathers, grandfathers, sons, okay––basically any fellow who is in need of an excellent multiuse grooming tool! Thank you so much for reading this review and I hope it helps to guide your purchase decision!
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Designed for home offices and small businesses, the Canon MAXIFY GX4020 delivers high-quality, low-cost printing, and outstanding wireless connectivity in a compact size. Get serious print productivity with a high page yield of up to 6,000 Black / 14,000 Color pages per full ink bottle set and a low cost per print of less than 2 cents per page1. The MAXIFY GX4020 comes with a full set of ink and a 3-year or 80,000 pages2 limited warranty so you can print with confidence. The MAXIFY GX4020 is easy to set up and maintain and offers great media versatility to print on a variety of media types and sizes, including business cards, envelopes, banners and more. Produce crisp, colorful documents quickly and cost-effectively with fast print speeds and a high quality 4-color pigment-based ink system. Keep printing with a large combined plain paper capacity of up to 350 sheets. Easily connect and print through high-speed USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly3 from computers or mobile devices. This model is backed by Canon's Service and Support network.
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5
Excellent all around printer for the home office!
on December 30, 2022
Posted by: Bren
This printer is exactly what was needed in my home office environment. Between the efficient printing, scanning, and fax ability on this printer, I feel that all facets are covered with excellence by this printer with cannon.
I have trialed various printers throughout my time both in school and in my professional work life and I have determined that printers like this that use ink bottles are my favorite in terms of overall cost efficiency for the volume I actually print at. Buying ink cartridges is costly and disposing of them is harsh on the environment. I like ink bottles because I can purchase exactly what I need and see myself how the stored volume in the container is being utilized in the print cycle.
This Maxify GX4020 printer from Canon performs with excellence and actually retains a relatively small footprint considering its utility and functionality. In consideration of the competition that is in the market for printers, I am very glad to own this one! Thanks for reading and I hope these are some encouraging words towards your purchase decision!
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Express your sense of style and experience immersive audio as you work and play with Logitech’s Zone Vibe 100 wireless headphones with microphone. With powerful 40 mm speakers featuring deep, full-bodied bass, crisp highs, and low distortion audio, this Logitech Zone wireless headset brings your meetings to life. These breathable, lightweight headphones weigh just 185 grams and are comfortable enough to wear all day, with soft memory foam ear cushions and an adjustable design. Vibe 100 wireless Bluetooth headphones with microphone make virtual meetings from home seamless with popular video platform compatibility, easy on-ear controls, and a flip to mute, noise canceling microphone. Adjust sidetone, mic level, and EQ for your preferred audio experience using the Logi Tune desktop or mobile app. Keep your devices up to date and join meetings with just one click. Enjoy the freedom to move about and stay connected between devices with multipoint Bluetooth headphones that have up to 30 meters of range, up to 18 hours talk time, and 20 hours listening time. Made with 25% post-consumer recycled plastic, you can feel good about using these Logi over ear Bluetooth headphones.
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5
Headphones for work and play!
on October 28, 2022
Posted by: Bren
I am really impressed by these headphones. I have owned many pairs of headsets and headphones, and these are truly some of the first that I can see being as appropriate in work setting as for everyday general use like listening to music and enjoying multimedia.
The unboxing and initial connection of this headset was seamless with both my gaming PC and my iPhone. Logitech headphones and headsets in my experience are almost always easy as pie to set up and this Zone Vibe 100 is a picnic to setup via Bluetooth connection. The unboxing process was most satisfactory as well: it seems that Logitech as with some other companies is really trying to be greener and go for more cardboard and paper based packing materials rather than plastics. I am pleased that this packaging seems probably 95-99% recyclable. Call me weird, but I notice stuff like that with the amount of electronics I review.
The appearance is one reason why I feel these fit into both the business and everyday use categories: I think the mellow grey woven fabric exterior of the headband is not only really comfortable, but it is also very unassuming and would pass the scrutiny of most any office environment that I can think of. Lending itself to that office or home office environment if you have kids or noisy pets around, this noise-canceling mike is excellent. I was using a hand vacuum while talking to my wife as an experiment and she could only pick out a mellow hum in the background of my speech rather than the full-on high-pitched squeal of the small vacuum. On the same note of the mic, it folds up and tucks away in a more discrete way than I have experience on any of my previous Logitech headsets or headphones. Once again, using my wife as the test subject, she was greatly surprised when I first showed her the headset and then folded the microphone boom out of its discrete, tucked away location. All in all, high points for its professional appearance and overall quality of build!
The sound is honesty the extremely tasty and unexpected icing on this cake of a headset. The audio is extremely well balanced out of the box, catering to bass lovers with some decent hits in the low range passes with the 40mm drivers all while keeping the mids and the trebles present as well. A line of description on the box advertises this as having immersive audio and I would say that it most certainly lives up to that description. Anyone who buys this should listen to “Bass Head” by Bassnectar and be prepared to be decently impressed at the fidelity of the audio for a headset of the price! Sure, it isn’t going to hit the really low frequency bass notes, but in the range that it captures audio it sounds absolutely fantastic. The controls are also really easy to use on the headset for play, pause, skip, volume adjustment, etc.
Altogether, Logitech has created a winner with this pair of headphones. If you are in the market for a headset that is as suitable in a professional, work environment as it is on the bus or back at home listening to some jams, this headset is definitely one to consider! Thanks for reading and hope this review helps you make your purchasing decision!
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