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The Dell 24” FHD monitor is beautifully designed to sit easily into any space ready for your everyday lifestyle. Built-in dual HDMI ports keep your devices always plugged in. The three-sided ultrathin bezel design lets you enjoy superb screen clarity in 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution. Smooth, tear-free experience with AMD FreeSync™ technology, featuring up to 75Hz refresh rate. This TÜV-certified monitor has a flicker-free screen with ComfortView, a feature that reduces harmful blue light emissions.
Customer Rating
4
Great Monitor for Everyday, Work From Home Use
on November 7, 2020
Posted by: TechGuy
from Louisville, KY
I primarily use this monitor for general use, including working on spreadsheets, reading documents, browsing the internet, watching YouTube videos, etc. I didn't use this as a gaming monitor. It was easy to set up and connect to my computer. Plug in the power cord and the HDMI and you are set. It has many of the features you come to expect with a newer monitor (special blue light reducing view, VESA mount compatible). The picture and color look great, colors are vivid and the text is crisp and easy to read. You can tilt the monitor a few degrees forwards or backwards. Though there is no ability to raise or lower the monitor on the provided stand. There are only HDMI ports on this one. If you have a VGA, DVI, or any other connection, you may need an adapter. I'd say this is a great entry level monitor for those not looking for too many features but would like one for general everyday use, particularly if you can grab it on sale. If you are a gamer or someone that works with a lot of visuals or design (where you need top quality color, video, and pictures) you might want to look for something else.
Pros:
- Sleek, modern design. Thin bezels throughout.
- Easy to set up. Pretty much plug in and go. No tools needed
- Lightweight
- Tiltable
- 2 HDMI outlets
- Cable management slot
- Buttons on the bottom right underside of monitor
- VESA mount compatible
- Sleek, modern design. Thin bezels throughout.
- Easy to set up. Pretty much plug in and go. No tools needed
- Lightweight
- Tiltable
- 2 HDMI outlets
- Cable management slot
- Buttons on the bottom right underside of monitor
- VESA mount compatible
Cons:
- No ability to adjust the stand height up and down
- No VGA, DVI, or other display inputs. Just the 2 HDMI ports.
- No external speakers on the monitor
- No ability to adjust the stand height up and down
- No VGA, DVI, or other display inputs. Just the 2 HDMI ports.
- No external speakers on the monitor
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Embellish your device with a functional attachment by using this black Speck GrabTab phone accessory. It’s compatible with most brands and cases, and the card-sized, flat design slips smoothly into your pocket. Use the hanging loop on this Speck GrabTab phone accessory as a grip for a secure hold or as a kickstand for hands-free viewing.
Customer Rating
4
A Unique Grip Compared to the Usual Suspects
on January 2, 2019
Posted by: TechGuy
from Louisville, KY
Pros:
-Slim, sleek profile (1/8 inch thick compared to socket ones that are 1/4 inch thick). Looks like a card holder at first glance.
-Works well as a kickstand when the loop is fully extended and locked (the angle is much more pronounced when phone is in landscape mode compared to portrait mode)
-Works well as a finger grip when holding the phone in portrait or landscape mode. You can customize the size of the loop based on your finger size/width for a snug fit and grip.
-Can be used on pretty much any phone and case (I installed mine on a case that has golf ball-style dimples on it and it works fine)
-Easy to install, just peel and stick
-Adhesive appears to be pretty strong.
-Allows for wireless charging to still work (did not test this as I do not have a wireless charging pad)
Cons:
-Adhesive does not appear to allow for removal and reapplication. Meaning if you want to change cases or change the location of where it is applied, you can’t remove it without ruining the adhesive. Once you install it, it is there for life. So try to figure out where exactly on the back of your phone/case (top, middle, bottom) you want to install it before peeling and sticking it on there.
-With socket style grips/stands, you can attach it to your car dash for example by using a separately purchased mount or clip. There are no accessories with this product that would allow you to do that.
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Ninja Foodi's TenderCrisp pressure cooker allows you to achieve all the quick cooking and tenderizing wonders that you love about pressure cookers. The Foodi's Crisping Lid allows you to air fry, bake/roast, and broil. That means you can give your tender, juicy pressure-cooked meals a golden, crispy finish. The secret is TenderCrisp Technology, which produces the perfect combination of heat, fan velocity, and air circulation to give your food even crisping from top to bottom.
Posted by: TechGuy
from Louisville, KY
Pros:
- Also has instant pot/cooker capabilities
- Also has air frying capabilities
- Well-built and sturdy
- Easy to clean, dishwasher safe components (except the device and lid itself)
- Versatility - you can saute, slow cook, steam cook, and pressure cook (also comes with stainless steel rack for steam cooking)
- Keep warm function will keep food warm for up to 12 hours (automatically turns on after pressure, steam, and slow cook functions end)
- Definitely saves time versus traditional pressure cookers with similar results in food taste.
- Can cook frozen foods, no thawing needed
- Also has instant pot/cooker capabilities
- Also has air frying capabilities
- Well-built and sturdy
- Easy to clean, dishwasher safe components (except the device and lid itself)
- Versatility - you can saute, slow cook, steam cook, and pressure cook (also comes with stainless steel rack for steam cooking)
- Keep warm function will keep food warm for up to 12 hours (automatically turns on after pressure, steam, and slow cook functions end)
- Definitely saves time versus traditional pressure cookers with similar results in food taste.
- Can cook frozen foods, no thawing needed
Cons:
- Kind of heavy and bulky
- A little bit of a learning curve - might take a few tries to get the right cooking preference down. I definitely recommend reading through the owner's manual and guides a few times before use.
- Kind of heavy and bulky
- A little bit of a learning curve - might take a few tries to get the right cooking preference down. I definitely recommend reading through the owner's manual and guides a few times before use.
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Prepare a variety of meals faster with this nonstick Ninja cooker. It operates as much as 70 percent faster than traditional methods, and the digital control panel lets you select the function your recipe needs. This 1000W Ninja cooker holds up to 6 quarts and includes a stainless steel rack for steaming.
Customer Rating
4
Jack of All Trades Cooker Without The Wait
on October 14, 2018
Posted by: TechGuy
from Louisville, KY
Pros:
- Well-built and sturdy
- Comes with extra silicone ring so you don't contaminate different dishes
- Easy to clean, dishwasher safe components (except the device and lid itself)
- Versatility - you can sear/saute, slow cook, steam cook, and pressure cook (also comes with stainless steel rack for steam cooking)
- Keep warm function will keep food warm for up to 12 hours (automatically turns on after pressure, steam, and slow cook functions end)
- Definitely saves time versus traditional pressure cookers with similar results in food taste.
- Well-built and sturdy
- Comes with extra silicone ring so you don't contaminate different dishes
- Easy to clean, dishwasher safe components (except the device and lid itself)
- Versatility - you can sear/saute, slow cook, steam cook, and pressure cook (also comes with stainless steel rack for steam cooking)
- Keep warm function will keep food warm for up to 12 hours (automatically turns on after pressure, steam, and slow cook functions end)
- Definitely saves time versus traditional pressure cookers with similar results in food taste.
Cons:
- Kind of heavy - weight about 12 pounds
- No yogurt function
- A little bit of a learning curve - might take a few tries to get the right cooking preference down. I definitely recommend reading through the owner's manual and guides a few times before use.
- Kind of heavy - weight about 12 pounds
- No yogurt function
- A little bit of a learning curve - might take a few tries to get the right cooking preference down. I definitely recommend reading through the owner's manual and guides a few times before use.
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Explore, work and watch your favorite shows on a clear and stunningly brilliant screen. Transform your Galaxy Tab S4 into a PC experience with the taskbar you’re used to with the revolutionary DeX. Create a PowerPoint presentation and revise budgets in Excel at your favorite café. Then edit, sketch and capture inspiration with the included S Pen. And using far-field mics, you can even control your Tab S4 from a distance with Google Assistant. ¹ DeX can be activated via Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 keyboard cover (SKU: EJFT830UBEGUJ) sold separately.
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from Louisville, KY
Pros:
- S Pen comes included (which works really well compared to other stylus)
- Expandable storage with micro-SD card
- Uses USB-C to charge, no proprietary charging cable needed
- Fast charge time
- Great battery life
- Facial recognition and iris scanner technology to unlock tablet (Works with glasses too)
- Great for watching videos and movies
- Great for light office work (emails, presentations, documents)
- Thinner bezels than the Tab S3
- Premium, glass build. Feels solid in your hands
- 3.5mm headphone jack included
- S Pen comes included (which works really well compared to other stylus)
- Expandable storage with micro-SD card
- Uses USB-C to charge, no proprietary charging cable needed
- Fast charge time
- Great battery life
- Facial recognition and iris scanner technology to unlock tablet (Works with glasses too)
- Great for watching videos and movies
- Great for light office work (emails, presentations, documents)
- Thinner bezels than the Tab S3
- Premium, glass build. Feels solid in your hands
- 3.5mm headphone jack included
Cons:
- Book keyboard cover is not included which you will want if you plan on using this for work or school (also recommend getting a mouse)
- As with all Samsung products, there is some bloatware (Samsung apps that you cannot remove)
- Feels kind of heavy for its size.
- Thicker than the Tab S3
- Samsung Dex apps still lack behind Apple iOS apps. Dex overall is still in its infancy. It is a little clunky at times.
Dex is the software that Samsung has created and targeted to productivity users. It makes the tablet look more like a traditional PC with a desktop-feel with a taskbar, windows, icon tiles, etc.
- No fingerprint scanner
- Not water resistant
- Book keyboard cover is not included which you will want if you plan on using this for work or school (also recommend getting a mouse)
- As with all Samsung products, there is some bloatware (Samsung apps that you cannot remove)
- Feels kind of heavy for its size.
- Thicker than the Tab S3
- Samsung Dex apps still lack behind Apple iOS apps. Dex overall is still in its infancy. It is a little clunky at times.
Dex is the software that Samsung has created and targeted to productivity users. It makes the tablet look more like a traditional PC with a desktop-feel with a taskbar, windows, icon tiles, etc.
- No fingerprint scanner
- Not water resistant
Note: There is no physical home or back button on the tablet, could be a pro or con depending on use preference
I don't think this is a huge leap from the previous generation, but this is a solid upgrade if have a tablet that is 2+ years old and you are looking to upgrade to an Android model that can do a little bit of everything.
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Enjoy clean floors at all times with this Neato Botvac robot vacuum. Wi-Fi connectivity puts you in control of the device's cleaning schedule, and its D-shaped design lets it clean in corners and next to walls and baseboards. This Neato Botvac robot vacuum's advanced brush system keep floors clear of dirt, fur and allergens.
Posted by: TechGuy
from Louisville, KY
This truly feels like a "smart" vacuum loaded with features. I believe this Neato D7 is the next evolution of robot vacuums.
Pros:
- Unique design - low profile with wide brush, perfect for getting in corners and along walls.
- Intelligent navigation - maps out your floor plan, you can mark "no-go zones" on the app, you can also use your phone app to steer the vacuum
- Versatile cleaning ability - works well on tile, wood, carpet, and laminate
- Solid battery life - I can get about 2 hours of cleaning on a single charge
- Multi band WiFi connection - works on 2.4 Ghz and 5.0 GHz
- Works with Amazon Alexa, IFTTT, Google Home, Neato Chatbot for Facebook
- Unique design - low profile with wide brush, perfect for getting in corners and along walls.
- Intelligent navigation - maps out your floor plan, you can mark "no-go zones" on the app, you can also use your phone app to steer the vacuum
- Versatile cleaning ability - works well on tile, wood, carpet, and laminate
- Solid battery life - I can get about 2 hours of cleaning on a single charge
- Multi band WiFi connection - works on 2.4 Ghz and 5.0 GHz
- Works with Amazon Alexa, IFTTT, Google Home, Neato Chatbot for Facebook
Cons:
- Using the app is a crucial part of the user experience, without it you wont be able to realize its full potential
- Dirt bin is kind of smaller compared to other robot vacuums.
- Premium price tag
- Louder than other robot vacuums
- Using the app is a crucial part of the user experience, without it you wont be able to realize its full potential
- Dirt bin is kind of smaller compared to other robot vacuums.
- Premium price tag
- Louder than other robot vacuums
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Complete your HT-Z9F surround system with this Sony rear speaker. Place it on a stand or shelf, or mount it to your wall for unobtrusive performance, and connect to other components wirelessly to keep unsightly cables out of your space. This Sony rear speaker's S-Master amp outputs 50W for powerful rear audio.
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from Louisville, KY
I highly recommend this unit if you purchased the HT-Z9F system. This way you will truly experience Sony's Vertical Surround Engine, It is wireless as it connects via bluetooth. However you still need to plug into a power source.
My Best Buy number: 2575400445
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Enjoy premium sound from a streamlined package with this Sony sound bar. The Vertical Surround Engine ensures an easy fit in your entertainment space, and the 3.1-channel Dolby Atmos technology supports an immersive experience. This Sony sound bar operates on Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for streaming your favorite songs, and it comes with a wireless subwoofer to improve bass output.
Customer Rating
4
Expandable Home Stereo Packs a Punch!
on May 15, 2018
Posted by: TechGuy
from Louisville, KY
At first I didn't expect much considering it was a 3.1 set. But it exceeded my expectations after using it. Perfect for a home theater or game room. Great clarity and volume of voices was solid. Sony's Vertical Sound Engine really does imitate a surround sound experience (but you do need the rear speaker set for best sound!)
Pros:
-Easy to set up, unbox, plug and play
-Google Home compatible
-Built-in Google Chromecast
-Combine with other Sony soundbars and speakers to stream music to multiple rooms (using the Sony Music Center App)
-Sound modes for movies, music, gaming, news and sports
-Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth streaming
-LAN and HDMI in and out ports
-Dedicated rear wireless speakers (SA-Z9R) sold separately
-Easy to set up, unbox, plug and play
-Google Home compatible
-Built-in Google Chromecast
-Combine with other Sony soundbars and speakers to stream music to multiple rooms (using the Sony Music Center App)
-Sound modes for movies, music, gaming, news and sports
-Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth streaming
-LAN and HDMI in and out ports
-Dedicated rear wireless speakers (SA-Z9R) sold separately
Cons:
-That the rear speakers are sold separately which you need to fully realize this system's potential.
-Inputs are at odd angle on back of soundbar
-That the rear speakers are sold separately which you need to fully realize this system's potential.
-Inputs are at odd angle on back of soundbar
My Best Buy number: 2575400445
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The only purifying fan to clean a whole room properly*. We design our purifying fans to go beyond test chamber conditions and focus on real home conditions – this is more than just having an efficient filter.*Dyson engineers and research concluded that to clean an entire room properly, you need to sense pollution events automatically; capture ultrafine pollutants; and project cleaner air around the room using Air Multiplier technology. Only the Dyson purifying fan is designed and tested to do all of this.**Dyson technology helps create a cleaner, healthier home - Our vacuums and purifiers are scientifically proven to capture particles as small as allergens and bacteria.
Customer Rating
4
Premium Air Purifier / Fan from Dyson
on April 23, 2018
Posted by: TechGuy
from Louisville, KY
Recommend if you live in an environment with poor air quality (due to pollution, smoking, vaping, pets, cooking, dust, allergies, etc.) and would like a cooling fan + purifier combo. I would also look into their heater and cooling fan + purifier combo so you can use it year round if you live in cold weather areas.
Pros:
-Live air quality reports on color LCD screen - shows which particles and gases are in the room right now
-2 filters inside purifier - HEPA filter and Active carbon filter
-350 degree oscillation (4 settings - 45, 90, 180, 350 degrees)
-Dyson Link app support on smartphones (Android and Apple) - read air quality reports, turn on/off remotely, set programmable schedule
-Comes with tiny remote
-Amazon Alexa voice support
-Multiple colors available
-Smaller version with similar features available
-Backward air flow mode for times when you want fan and purifier but not cool air (like in the winter)
-Bladeless like other Dyson fans, great if you have kids or pets around
-Night time quiet mode - dims display and uses quiet settings
-10 fan speeds
-Easy to move and set up
-Comes on automatically if air quality is not good
-Live air quality reports on color LCD screen - shows which particles and gases are in the room right now
-2 filters inside purifier - HEPA filter and Active carbon filter
-350 degree oscillation (4 settings - 45, 90, 180, 350 degrees)
-Dyson Link app support on smartphones (Android and Apple) - read air quality reports, turn on/off remotely, set programmable schedule
-Comes with tiny remote
-Amazon Alexa voice support
-Multiple colors available
-Smaller version with similar features available
-Backward air flow mode for times when you want fan and purifier but not cool air (like in the winter)
-Bladeless like other Dyson fans, great if you have kids or pets around
-Night time quiet mode - dims display and uses quiet settings
-10 fan speeds
-Easy to move and set up
-Comes on automatically if air quality is not good
Cons:
-Filters are expensive. Approximately $80 for replacement. According to Dyson, a filter should last for a year if you run it 12 hours a day. Filters are not washable or reusable
-Significant upfront investment. Though it is a Dyson
-No easy to grip handle
-Filters are expensive. Approximately $80 for replacement. According to Dyson, a filter should last for a year if you run it 12 hours a day. Filters are not washable or reusable
-Significant upfront investment. Though it is a Dyson
-No easy to grip handle
My Best Buy number: 2575400445
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Use this unlocked Xperia XZ2 phone for streaming video or scrolling social media. It lets you take your time when picking a plan while offering reliable Wi-Fi connectivity, and you can store videos, photographs and your playlist using the 64GB of onboard storage. This Xperia XZ2 phone features a 5.7-inch Gorilla Glass display for crystal-clear viewing.
Customer Rating
4
Premium Sony Android Experience - Perfect for Pics
on April 23, 2018
Posted by: TechGuy
from Louisville, KY
Solid, well-built phone, though there are not any notable ground-breaking features that I deem as must have. I recommend it if you are someone looking for a premium Android smartphone that has excellent photography and video capabilities, or if you are looking to utilize dual sim functionality (for international travel use, etc.). There is a smaller version of this phone, called Compact if you want similar features but a smaller design.
Pros:
-Excellent build quality. Feels solid and dense in the hands. Back has a slight curve to it so it rests comfortably in your hand. It feels like the phone is made from one block of glass, rather than several pieces put together.
-Front and back of phone is covered in Gorilla Glass 5
-IP65/68 water resistant rating - protected from dust and can be submerged in 5 feet of water for up to 30 minutes
-Dual-sim capable - great for using another network internationally or keeping a second phone number (business, etc.)
-64GB memory - microSD expansion up to 400GB available (purchase separately)
-Excellent camera - 19MP, can film video in 4K HDR, 960FPS (frames per second) super slow motion in HD/Full HD. Easy to use, very intuitive point and shoot function.
-Fast charging - Get about 30% boost in about 20 minutes of charging and is wireless charging capable
-Fits in with Sony eco-system - easy to pair with Sony TVs for screensharing, use PlayStation controller on phone to play video games
-Excellent build quality. Feels solid and dense in the hands. Back has a slight curve to it so it rests comfortably in your hand. It feels like the phone is made from one block of glass, rather than several pieces put together.
-Front and back of phone is covered in Gorilla Glass 5
-IP65/68 water resistant rating - protected from dust and can be submerged in 5 feet of water for up to 30 minutes
-Dual-sim capable - great for using another network internationally or keeping a second phone number (business, etc.)
-64GB memory - microSD expansion up to 400GB available (purchase separately)
-Excellent camera - 19MP, can film video in 4K HDR, 960FPS (frames per second) super slow motion in HD/Full HD. Easy to use, very intuitive point and shoot function.
-Fast charging - Get about 30% boost in about 20 minutes of charging and is wireless charging capable
-Fits in with Sony eco-system - easy to pair with Sony TVs for screensharing, use PlayStation controller on phone to play video games
Cons:
-No 3.5mm headphone jack on the phone. Many new smartphones are removing headphone jacks. Sony is no exception. (USB-C to 3.5mm adapter comes in box though)
-Works on GSM only, not CDMA - meaning Sprint, Verizon, Boost, and Virgin Mobile users will not be able to use this phone.
-Large bezels along top and bottom of phone
-Fingerprint scanner/button is located on the back of the phone - which I am not used to and feels awkward to me.
-Battery gets drained quickly by the display
-Dynamic Vibration is hit or miss - feature vibrates the phone when watching video - similar to how video game controllers vibrate when certain things happen while playing the game
-Case and accessories market not as large as other smartphones
-Comes with bloatware (pre-installed apps that you cannot delete)
-Curved back means it can be hard to use while resting flat on surface as it rocks back and forth
-No 3.5mm headphone jack on the phone. Many new smartphones are removing headphone jacks. Sony is no exception. (USB-C to 3.5mm adapter comes in box though)
-Works on GSM only, not CDMA - meaning Sprint, Verizon, Boost, and Virgin Mobile users will not be able to use this phone.
-Large bezels along top and bottom of phone
-Fingerprint scanner/button is located on the back of the phone - which I am not used to and feels awkward to me.
-Battery gets drained quickly by the display
-Dynamic Vibration is hit or miss - feature vibrates the phone when watching video - similar to how video game controllers vibrate when certain things happen while playing the game
-Case and accessories market not as large as other smartphones
-Comes with bloatware (pre-installed apps that you cannot delete)
-Curved back means it can be hard to use while resting flat on surface as it rocks back and forth
My Best Buy number: 2575400445
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