Share emiliosic's profile
 
Facebook Twitter
 
 
emiliosic
 
 
 
emiliosic's stats
 
  • Review count
    221
  • Helpfulness votes
    1,310
  • First review
    June 21, 2013
  • Last review
    June 24, 2025
  • Featured reviews
    0
  • Average rating
    4.6
 
Reviews comments
  • Review comment count
    0
  • Helpfulness votes
    0
  • First review comment
    None
  • Last review comment
    None
  • Featured review comments
    0
 
Questions
  • Question count
    0
  • Helpfulness votes
    0
  • First question
    None
  • Last question
    None
  • Featured questions
    0
 
  • Answer count
    90
  • Helpfulness votes
    176
  • First answer
    December 10, 2014
  • Last answer
    November 4, 2021
  • Featured answers
    0
  • Best answers
    17
 
 
emiliosic's Reviews
<< 1 ... 19 20 21 22 23 >>
 
Keep your home dust-free with this Bissell AirRAM cordless vacuum. Its high-performance F.U.E.L. cell provides up to 30 minutes of run time, while the advanced compression technology lets it store as much dirt as typical bagless vacuums. This Bissell AirRAM cordless vacuum has a low profile for easy maneuvering around furniture.
 
  • Top 50 contributor
  • My Best Buy® Elite Member
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Fresh design, well engineered
on October 23, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
This vacuum is unlike anything else.
Opening the box, I was pleasantly surprised on how organized it is, like opening a high end electronics. Inside the carton there is another box with a handle, which opens like a folder and each piece is neatly organized.
Putting it together takes just as minute.
The vacuum itself is very compact. All the components are on the base. The handle is quality plastic and aluminum, making it lightweight. It even has an extra handle to lift it. The handle swivels making maneuvering the vacuum very easy.
The Li-Ion battery pack is removable (similar to power tools) and can be charged on the vacuum or stand-alone. This is great because it could have an additional battery pack, and the vacuum doesn't have to be discarded when the battery dies, like on some stick vacuums. Status LEDs are also part of the battery cartridge. It indicates charging, charge and faults.
An very unique feature is that the roller is surrounded by rubber strips that when on the floor creates a vacuum so the suction is very good, on par or better than on corded vacuums. It picked up amounts of dirt from an area rug that the previous vacuum wouldn't.
The base is fairly low profile and the handle goes flat to the floor so it can easily reach under beds.
The front of the vacuum has LED strips that makes it easy to see where it goes.
The roller has enough power to help push the vacuum forward, and is has a tangle detection feature that will stop the vacuum if it gets tangled. I haven't seen any other vacuum do that.
The battery lasts about 30 minutes on hardwood floors, and feels like it's working harder on rugs. The roller can be removed if used on shaggy rugs. One caveat is that the roller can accumulate hair, although it's very easy to remove: Push a pin on the side and comes off.
The bin and filter are all in one piece, and comes off easily by just lifting it off the vacuum. The bin is light and small. When opening it to empty, there is a handle to help push all the dirt out without having to touch the container. No need to shake it to get dust balls off.
There is a replaceable filter in form of a tube that can be rinsed clean, and that's inside the bin, so all the dirty parts are self-contained.
The handle stays upright on its own. I have to hold the base with one foot so start it, so it won't fall off when not in use. Having a swiveling handle makes it very easy to use. The handle can be retracted in half to keep it very compact, and can be completely removed with a push of a button or folded in half for storage.
When it's turned on, there's a soft chime indicating it's all well and it immediately starts.
Overall it's an excellent machine, with sensible industrial design and good engineering. I'm very satisfied with it.
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
User submitted photo
User submitted photo
0points
1of 2voted this as helpful.
 
Tackle the biggest messes with this Bissell Crosswave all-in-one multi-surface cleaner. A dual-action roller scrubs and picks up debris at the same time to reduce the number of passes you need to make, and the convenient fingertip controls let you switch functions quickly and easily. This Bissell Crosswave all-in-one multi-surface cleaner has swivel steering for increased control.
 
  • Top 50 contributor
  • My Best Buy® Elite Member
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Mop plus vacuum
on September 29, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
This combines a mopping roller and vacuum in one step. Because it vacuums at the same time it mops and scrubs, hardwood floors end up slightly moist but not wet, so they dry up within minutes.
The machine uses two removable containers: One for clean water + formula and other for dirty water, and a roller.
All of these are very easy to remove and wash.
Most of the pieces that come in contact with the floor and liquids are very simple to wash.
The roller can be removed and washed or can be left on the unit, which comes with a pedestal than can hold some water so the roller can remain moist.
While we vacuum the hardwood floors and small area rags regularly, the first time we used the CrossWave, it picked so much dirt the the water was solid brown, so this works a lot better than vacuuming alone.
Area rugs take a bit more effort and this does a great job. The main difference is that it needs to use twice the amount of water on a rug than on hardwood.
It comes with multi-surface and hardwood rollers. The main difference is that the multi-surface has soft bristles in addition to the cloth and the hardwood roller has a cloth surface (no bristles).
The manual recommends a mixture of mostly water and a small amount of a cleaning formula, also sold by Bissell for the CRossWave models. The formulas are for either hardwood or multi-surface.
Cleaning the machine is straightforward: Wash the dirty water container and occasionally wash the roller and cover.
The pedestal holds two additional rollers that can be left drying.
Overall, it's very simple to use, it's quick and simple to clean.
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
+6points
10of 14voted this as helpful.
 
Tackle the biggest messes with this Bissell Crosswave all-in-one multi-surface cleaner. A dual-action roller scrubs and picks up debris at the same time to reduce the number of passes you need to make, and the convenient fingertip controls let you switch functions quickly and easily. This Bissell Crosswave all-in-one multi-surface cleaner has swivel steering for increased control.
 
  • Top 50 contributor
  • My Best Buy® Elite Member
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
New level of clean
on September 25, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
I'm thoroughly impressed how the Bissell CrossWave cleans hardwood and area rugs.
Back in the summer we had construction work done in the house. After two months of cleaning and vacuuming, thought that the hardwood floor was fairly clean. The first time that I used the bissell, with enough mix for a 'small area', applied it to two rooms that are mostly hardwood and a small area rug, the dirty water was like mud: Very dirty, with some fibers from the rug and dust it picked from the floor. Never imagined it would pick up so much dirt!
How it works:
Mix warm tap water and cleaning solution into one tank. This tank is lightweight and the cover does not leak. Tank has very clear labels on how to mix. Insert it in the machine. Then pick a roller (Comes with two for mixed surfaces that's slightly more rough and one for hardwood that's a soft cloth). On top of the rollers there's a dirty water tank and a washable filter.
That's it. Turn it on by selecting either hardwood or rug. The difference is that on rug, it dispenses twice the amount of solution.
Because it vacuums the water while it cleans, a hardwood floor dries in minutes and leaves no streaks. An area rug can remain slightly moist for a while though.
When done, remove the dirty water tank, rinse it, and optionally remove and rinse the roller. The cover for the roller comes off easily with little pressure, and there's a small handle to remove the roller. The simplest system I've used.
Most of the parts that come in contact with water can be taken off and rinsed.
It comes with a pedestal that can be left with water to help clean the roller that is installed while stored, although I prefer to rinse the rollers first. There's an attachment to keep two more rollers dying.
The machine is fairly light, not much different than other vacuums. It comes with a long power cable.
Comes with two bottles of concentrate solution. Each 8 oz bottle lasts for a few washes but it goes for about $ 8 a bottle, which is the only caveat. Not sure if some other solutions would work, but if it lasts for a few washes it's not cheap but reasonable.
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
User submitted photo
User submitted photo
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
Brew delicious coffee your way with this single-serve Ninja Coffee Bar system. It uses any ground coffee while bringing out the best flavor with advanced thermal flavor extraction technology. This versatile Ninja Coffee Bar system has a built-in frother that lets you brew, froth and drink out of one mug.
 
  • Top 50 contributor
  • My Best Buy® Elite Member
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great coffee, No Pods
on September 21, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
I've been looking at several single-serve coffee makers, and I'm keeping the Ninja Coffee Bar.
It's very simple to use, and no pods to dispose of. Ground coffee is a lot cheaper than pods.
Cleaning the permanent filter (included) is very easy. The filter receptacle can be removed with the filter and is very simple to clean. It has a spring that stops leaks when removed from the machine. If cleaning a permanent filter is too much effort, it also takes #2 cone filters, which are fairly inexpensive.
It brews espresso in 4 oz and 8 oz, small and large cups, 12 oz and 16 oz traveller mugs. It also has different brew intensities (Normal and strong, plus the espresso buttons).
On the left side there is a frother that slides out of the back of the machine, and the water tank, which holds about 32 oz is on the right.
On top of the machine there is a steam vent that produces a lot of steam when brewing so I need to slide the brewer far from cabinets, so the underside doesn't get hit with hot steam. This seems to be the case with most coffee makers although pod machines don't seem to produce as much steam.
Over the base of the machine there's a pull-down cup holder so it takes either a cup or a mug.
Brewing:
It takes a bit over 5 minutes to warm up when turned on.
When brewing, it starts with a small amount of water, then it stops for a few seconds, and then it brews quicker. This seems to lock and extract as much flavor from the beans as possible.
For testing, tried brewing a small cup afterwards with the same coffee and it was extremely watery, so it shows how well it brews.
It takes sightly longer to warm up than a Keurig. Once the machine is warm, there is no delay.
The water container takes 32 oz, so it needs to be re-filled often. The container is removable and easy to rinse
The machine doesn't seem to turn itself off. I left it for about 2 hours with our realizing it was still on, so I don't think it has a timed shut-off. There is also no clock. This is likely the same as in other single-serve machines, so just be aware to turn it off.
The frother can be used even with the machine off and works very well, it's removable and it's rated as dishwasher safe, although it's simple enough to rinse, I wouldn't put it in the dishwasher. It doesn't warm up the milk, so there is no extra container to clean.
To make a cappuccino, Simply put the cup in the microwave for 30 seconds or so, froth it and then brew either 4 oz or 8 oz.
Other machines that steamed the milk that I used in the past were a pain to clean. Not this.
It comes with a double-sided measuring cup, that's labeled and simple to understand. Very simple to use and other than rinsing the permanent filter, mess free.
So although it takes a bit more effort than pods, coffee tastes very good (depending on the beans used of course), offers better combinations of drinks and it's a lot cheaper to use in the long term. Plus there is no plastic pod to dispose of.
The coffee maker also comes with a coffee 'recipe book' that is nice. I plan on trying some more unusual combinations.
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
User submitted photo
User submitted photo
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
This T-Mobile complete SIM starter kit includes a nano SIM card with micro and standard SIM adapters, enabling you to activate T-Mobile's no-contract, nationwide 4G LTE service on select phones and tablets.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Fits any phone
on September 16, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
Verified Purchase:Yes
The kit comes with one SIM card with breakouts for mini and micro so it fits any unlocked phone.
this includes the starter sim only, no credit. Works with T-Mobile's LTE service
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
Pay for your prepaid minutes and data with a T-Mobile $35 Prepaid Refill Card.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Can last a month with the right plan
on September 16, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
Verified Purchase:Yes
$ 35 can last a whole month with the right plan, but consider the $ 40 for most other plans
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
DC56 Bagless Cordless Hand Vac:Vacuum stairs and other hard-to-reach places with this Dyson handheld vacuum. The Root Cyclone technology provides strong suction, and the trigger operation is easy on your arms. This Dyson handheld vacuum is easy to carry from place to place, and it has a lifetime filter that never needs replacing.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Powerful handheld
on September 16, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
Verified Purchase:Yes
This model was replaced for the V6, so got this on sale, which makes it a much more reasonable buy.
The motor is more than adequate for most tasks. It has two speeds. In normal mode, the battery lasts about 15 minutes and about 6 minutes in 'turbo' (i.e. full speed).
It comes with two attachments: A long wand for reaching into tight spaces and a combo nozzle with an upholstery brush that recesses when not in use. Being a Dyson there are a lot of optional attachments.
The battery is Li-On but not removable. It comes with a wall charger. There is no charging stand.
It's great for little jobs around the kitchen, cleaning the car, vacuuming drawers and sofas, and it's lightweight.
It's very easy to clean: Hold the vacuum over a trash can, and press a release that pushes the bottom of the trash reservoir open, without ever touching the dirt. There is a washable filter that requires occasional cleaning. There are no disposable parts.
It's good to have it around the kitchen. But keep in mind that Dyson has the same vacuums in 'stick' models, that come with more accessories and wall mount charger, but costs at least $ 100 more.
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
 
Acer H6 Series 23" H236HL BID IPS LED HD Monitor: Your TV shows and movies look great on this crisp screen. Easily read all of your e-mail, browse websites, and Facebook. Use it as a second monitor when you need to get work done quickly. Plus, a magnetic base helps you keep your desk space tidy.
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
Great basic HD monitor
on September 16, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased this monitor after searching for economical 1080p monitors with HDMI inputs, and for under $ 100 at the time of purchase, this proved to be an excellent choice. It has HDMI, DVI and VGA inputs, so it connects to any computer (Computers with DisplayPort need an adapter to HDMI).
The monitor is light. It remains cool because the power supply is external (Has to be hidden under the desk). The side bezels are thin giving it a nice look, with no unnecessary ornamentation to distract from the screen. The base is firm but doesn't provide much adjustment.
Also the monitor doesn't have speakers but it has an audio out on the back. The audio source is the HDMI connector.
The screen is glossy but doesn't reflect as much as others. The screen is IPS, that unlike 'regular' LEDs have a much better view from angle. This makes a big difference compared to other monitors.
It's bright enough to be used comfortably next to a window.
For everyday tasks this is an excellent monitor.
The only caveat that for most people wouldn't be an issue is that it doesn't accept a VESA mount, unless a custom bracket is used attached to the base arm. Other than that, it has an excellent image at 1080p resolution, and is 23" so it's easier on the eyes.
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
Fuel your Microsoft Surface device with this Microsoft wall charger, which features a USB port for charging a second device at the same time. The magnetic connector attaches to your device with ease.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Refreshed: Like new
on August 26, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased a refurbished charger. It looks like new, clean no marks, except for the labels on the box.
The reason why I needed another charger is because the cable from the computer connector started to give, and while it works I'm not confident it will work for much longer. Not sure why it's so fragile.
Since it's a proprietary connector I wasn't confident in 3rd party power supplies
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
Frigidaire Professional FPCO06D7MS Infrared Convection Toaster Oven: Cook your favorite foods without overheating your kitchen using this toaster oven. Infrared technology and a convection system heat food quickly and evenly. Eight preset cooking programs allow you to prepare food a variety of ways.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Quality convection toaster
on August 23, 2016
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Used the toaster sparingly for a few weeks. Toasts bread / bagels fairly evenly. Being a toaster, this is obviously key.
Heating elements are covered. The crumb tray is easy to remove.
Controls are fairly intuitive to operate. Took a few minutes the first time to get it right. The display is backlit and turns on only when needed or working.
The knob for selecting temperature doesn't have a great feeling to it, however it's working as it should. So this is a concern, possibly unjustified.
Other than that minor detail, the oven works, and using it is intuitive. Just took me a short while to get used to the controls coming from a very basic older toaster.
Convection should speed cooking and is more efficient than heating alone.
The oven comes with an adjustable tray and baking pan.
The stainless finish is real, uncoated stainless steel, so it's a bit of smudge prone but it's easy to clean. This is expected though, like any stainless appliance.
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
My Best Buy number: 0784609086
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
1of 2voted this as helpful.
 
<< 1 ... 19 20 21 22 23 >>
 
emiliosic's Review Comments
 
emiliosic has not submitted comments on any reviews.
 
emiliosic's Questions
 
emiliosic has not submitted any questions.
 
emiliosic's Answers
<< 1 ... 3 4 5 6 7 ... 9 >>
 
Game on the go with this Dell Inspiron laptop. An NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti runs most titles, while the two tuned speakers and 15.6-inch Full HD anti-glare narrow-border display deliver an immersive experience. This Bluetooth-compatible Dell Inspiron laptop has a 9th-gen Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM, handling multitasking without issue, and the 512GB NVMe SSD offers exceptional data access speeds.
 

which wifi card is there in this laptop? does it have bluetooth 5 or 4? and does it have a ips display with 45% NTSC? the dell website says it has WVA panel

It has a Qualcomm QCA9377 that provides BT 5 and WiFi 802.11ac
Ethernet is a Realtek Gigabit PCIe based
WVA: Wide View Angle. It's not technically IPS, it's a (better) version of TN, and it's not calibrated.
The angle is pretty good, similar to my IPS monitor
5 years, 11 months ago
by
emiliosic
 
isten to music and talk hands-free with these JVC Deep Bass wireless headphones. Powerful drivers deliver sharp, lifelike audio, while the Bass Boost feature helps you feel the beat by enhancing low-end frequencies. These JVC Deep Bass wireless headphones have integrated microphones and on-ear controls for making and receiving hands-free calls.
 

Also what color does the headphones change to when fully charged ?

Red when charging, off when full
6 years ago
by
emiliosic
 
Step into virtual reality with this Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset. The advanced optics produce a sharp display with bright, vivid colors, and Oculus Insight tracking removes the need for external sensors to convert movements into virtual reality. This Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset has a fit wheel that secures the headset with a quick twist.
 

My Gaming PC has no display port output, just HDMI. Will this work with a converter (HDMI to DVI)? Which one is recommended by Oculus?

It would be odd that a gaming PC doesn't have a DisplayPort. If it has USB-C or Tunderbolt ports, get an adapter from USBC-C to DisplayPort. I'm not sure it will work with HDMI because of the refresh rates
6 years ago
by
emiliosic
 
Step into virtual reality with this Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset. The advanced optics produce a sharp display with bright, vivid colors, and Oculus Insight tracking removes the need for external sensors to convert movements into virtual reality. This Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset has a fit wheel that secures the headset with a quick twist.
 

Will this work for someone with an IPD greater than 70? What is your IPD and how is it working for you?

It has a single display, and IPD can be adjusted in software. Not ideal, but can work
6 years ago
by
emiliosic
 
Step into virtual reality with this Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset. The advanced optics produce a sharp display with bright, vivid colors, and Oculus Insight tracking removes the need for external sensors to convert movements into virtual reality. This Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset has a fit wheel that secures the headset with a quick twist.
 

Does the oculus rift s come with the sticks to move your hands with?

Yes, it comes with two wireless controllers (Left and Right). Each controller has thumbsticks
User submitted photo
6 years ago
by
emiliosic
 
The MR8300 Max Stream™ AC2200 is a high-performance Tri-Band router. Perfect for households that thrive on entertainment, it delivers up to 2.2 Gbps of superior speed throughout your entire home. The Tri-Band and MU-MIMO technology make it ideal for simultaneous streaming of HD movies, online gaming, video calling and supporting all of your smart home devices. MR8300 also grows as your needs do. With its built-in mesh Wi-Fi, instead of investing in a new router, you can expand coverage by simply adding Linksys Velop™ Mesh Wi-Fi nodes for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere.The MR8300 serves as the master router and must connect directly to your modem to create your network. Sets up in minutes with the Linksys app.
 

Will this work with CenturyLink? I didn't see anything on this

Yes , but it depends. I currently have Verizon Fios, so I think it's the same setup.

I initially ordered Fios without a router, with Ethernet directly from the ONT. This definitely works. Connect the ONT's Ethernet cable directly to the internet port. You might have to call the provider to 'release DHCP', for it to work, if replacing another router, or it should work on its own overnight.
If the account is set up so you're required to use their router, then you still can disable WiFi on their router and connect this to one of the ethernet ports on the router. Once you set it up initially via the phone app, change the connection type to 'Bridge Mode' (From the app is simpler, but it can also be done from the desktop).
Note that this is more or less the same with any other WiFi router.
If you then add more mesh nodes, then there isn't anything else special to do here. It will work.
6 years, 4 months ago
by
emiliosic
 
See what you hear on the Echo Show, and enjoy sing-alongs on Amazon Music. Eight microphones on the device pick up your voice from anywhere in the room, meaning you get exactly what you're asking for. The Echo Show is compatible with Alexa for seamless visual enhancement of your experience.
 

Will it allow multiple timers with a different name, i.e. "Alexa set timer for six hours for meatloaf" and then "Alexa set timer for 4 hours for cake" Then Alexa will in six hours will say meatloaf, and in four hours will say cake.

Yes, Alexa devices support multiple, simultaneous timers. This is how the Alexa platform works, it's not specific to particular speakers.
6 years, 7 months ago
by
emiliosic
 
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.
 

Can you fry chicken in it?

While it can fit a whole chicken, it does not fry. Look at the "Ninja Foodi" models that are similar to this but add Air Fry and crisp modes.
6 years, 8 months ago
by
emiliosic
 
Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
 

Can I connect a turntable to the Beam? If so, which ones are compatible?

The beam doesn't have an analog input. It can be done, but you'll need a turntable with a line out (Not phono out) and an analog to TOSLINK adapter (TOSLINK is a digital optical cable).
The Play:5 from Sonos have analog input than can be connected directly to a turntable..
6 years, 11 months ago
by
emiliosic
 
Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
 

Will this device pair well with the vizio m50-e1? Not sure if my tv has the necessary ports for this device.

You'll need to either use the HDMI port that's labeled 'ARC' on the TV to connect to the soundbar, or use the audio output of the TV with an extra SPDIF to TOSLINK adapter.
6 years, 11 months ago
by
emiliosic