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Whether it's streaming music wirelessly or plugging in a microphone, keyboard or guitar, the S1 Pro Portable Bluetooth Speaker and PA System is designed to be your go-anywhere music system for nearly any occasion. With rugged, lightweight materials, the S1 Pro speaker is designed to travel. A convenient carry handle makes it easy to get to the party, and once you're there, let the S1 Pro make it look easy. Place it on the ground, on its side, tilted back, or elevated. The speaker's unique multi-position design and built-in Auto EQ ensure that the music always sounds the way it should and that everyone can hear it. For the ultimate freedom, play for up to 11 hours using the internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery and go wherever the fun is happening. So, when it's your turn to bring the music, bring a pro. Bring the Bose S1 Pro.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent warm sound! Easy to use and carry!
on May 5, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
The device is perfect for me. For my job, I do lots of presentations to both small and medium sized audiences. On the side, I co-chair a local Technical User Group, coordinate the meeting, setup the venue and provide audio/video needs for the group. Enter the Bose S1 Pro Portable speaker! It’s Awesome!
Both corded and battery powered, Bluetooth enabled (so I play warm up music before my presentations right off my phone), and 2 input channels for which I use one for a microphone and the other for computer sounds. Just perfect. How’s it sound? Crisp, clean and full. The 4 speakers in this unit produce beautiful, even sound – even from the microphone.
For playing music – it’s not the loudest device – much quieter than you’d expect for its physical size but adequate for small rooms, ceremonies and gatherings.
I love that the speaker can be used in multiple positions – mounted on a stand, set on the floor, angled on floor or cabinet.
Overall – great warm sound, super easy and convenient to setup and use! I love it!
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ASUS Laptop: Experience powerful gaming performance in a slim, compact package with this 15.6-inch ASUS laptop. Its 16GB of DDR4 RAM and Intel Core i7 processor let you multitask between programs, and its GTX 1060 graphics card smoothly renders 3D scenes. This ASUS laptop has a 1TB HDD, 8GB SSHD and 128GB SSD for versatile storage options and fast boot times.
Customer Rating
5
Awesome upgrade!
on April 27, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
Hi All! I'm completely stoked about the new Asus ROG GU501 gaming laptop! My overall impression is it is a fast capable machine that will handle nearly any game you play - there are a few notes on that I'll discuss later. See my attached pictures of performance stats and the ROG gaming center screen - the latter allowing you to create profiles and override certain features to make your gaming experience better!
When playing either Fortnite or Witcher 3, this rig handled the games smoothly and easily. Project Cars however, when playing with 10+ other cars on the track struggled a bit and made it difficult to steer. I think games with this much realism require more memory and high end graphics cards to always operate smoothly.
The 6 core, 3.9Ghz system with 16GB RAM is on par with Asus high end gaming laptops. They usually feature a higher end screen with G-Sync and or more SSD drive space (GM501GS or GM501GM) but have most other components exactly the same.
The body of the laptop is sleek, black metal that may show scratches if you wear a metal watch or rings. The ASUS Aura SYNC backlit chiclet keyboard has all individually light rainbow LEDs that is fully programmable but the keys are a bit small for my preference for you full time. Most people will opt for a full size keyboard for a more natural feel.
One of the first things I noticed was the large speaker on this laptop. It's a full 2" right near the screen - one thing that makes this such a big unit. Sounds great! Dual array microphones it a super feature as well!
Overall again, this is a solid entry level gaming laptop for those wanna be gamers. It can be used as a full desktop replacement machine as well - and I'll likely use it as both. Aside from the occasional fan noise as references by others and a non-4k, non-touchscreen screen, this is an awesome unit and worthy of your consideration!
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Only at Best BuyPull in HDTV signals from local stations up to 60 miles away with this Mohu Beam antenna. It's 23 inches long and looks like a sound bar to blend with your home entertainment equipment, and you can mounts it on the wall. This Mohu Beam antenna includes a signal amplifier for clear digital reception.
Customer Rating
4
Wow - Great picture!
on April 10, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I'll admit I was a bit skeptical - I've paid for cable TV for the last 30 years! It took me all of 5 minutes to hook the MoHu blade up to my TV and set in on my window sill for initial testing purposes.
After power on the TV, switching inputs from HDMI to TV, going into the TV menu to select AIR vs CABLE for signal and then letting the TV auto-program itself - I was watching 50 channels FREE with very good sound and picture quality! I did notice a few of the channels produced a "digitized" picture with broken sound - that could be the initial placement of my antenna and signal. I noticed about 40% of the channels do not take up the full width of the TV screen, but the main local channels come in very clear!
Overall - very impressed and will play around a bit with antenna position. I'm paying over $200/month for cable + internet and bet I could reduce that to $40-60 per month for just internet! This device deserves some serious consideration!
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Amp up your workouts with these JLab Epic Sport wireless earbuds. Memory Wire ear hooks keep them securely in place during activity, and their six tip options and interchangeable Cush Fins let you make custom adjustments for an ideal fit. These JLab Epic Sport wireless earbuds have a 12-hour battery life for uninterrupted listening during long training sessions.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent for Exercising!
on April 10, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I'm a sweater - meaning I sweat a lot working out. I've had many issues with finding earbuds that will stay in my ears for the duration of my activity due to my heavy perspiration. However, these EPIC Sports worked awesome, stayed snugly in place and have become my go-to earbuds when working out!
I attribute most of the fit success to the adjustable memory wire that you can mold to your ear to assist holding those earbuds in place. They also come with 5 ear tips and 3 cush fins to really get the right fit for your ear. Did I mention that are IP66 splashproof? Yup - that will handle my heavy sweating - just don't take them in the pool with you.
Sound quality is very good with the 8mm drivers in each earbud. There are 3 different EQ modes to choose from as well, so you are bound to like at least one of them. I haven't verified the 12 hour play time yet - likely I won't ever run them out as I recharge them weekly.
Added bonus - a travel case to protect them in your backpack! Definitely a solid performer that I will use often!
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Start your own personal music festival with this Sony portable Bluetooth speaker. Its Bluetooth and NFC connectivity provide wireless access to your favorite music playlists, and its durable and rustproof exterior keep it safe at the beach. This Sony wireless Bluetooth speaker includes intuitive LIVE SOUND speakers that create a three-dimensional experience.
Customer Rating
5
Yup - Love it!
on March 25, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I really like the new Sony lineup of portable, bass-focused, water/dust resistant Bluetooth speakers. The XB41 is the Grand-daddy of them all, boasting the longest play time, most lighting effects and most extreme party modes!
Right away, I paired it up and launched into some music from my iphone. The kids came running. I explained this one is mine. I dazzled them with the Fiesta app to produce different lighting effects and some DJ effects. I used the Sony Music Center to further enhance the experience and sent the kids away whining that they don't get it. Ha. Score one for dad!
The waterproof design makes it safer to be used near the pool, on the boat, in the bathroom during a steamy shower, etc. The fact that I can connect up to 100 more in a chain means the boat barge parties can really get going! Using it as a power source for my iphone is a wonderful feature as well. Nice job Sony!
The light effects are cool - especially if you turn down your normal lights and just let the speaker and maybe some beer signs guide you. If you don't like them, yes - you can turn them off with the app.
Overall - just love it. Go big - get the XB41. Here's picture comparing the sized to my desktop mouse.
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Offer graphics to go with your next client pitch when you load them on this portable Epson business projector. The lightweight projector is easy to bring along and offers 3300 lumens of even color and brightness to bring ideas to life. Featuring HDMI compatibility, this Epson business projector combines stunning video and flawless sound in a one-cable setup.
Customer Rating
4
Solid and Reliable Business projector
on March 25, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I do quite a bit of presenting with my job - and have access to a variety of projectors and displays to use. It is fitting to compare this with the others. Right off the top, I must admit I love the fact that it comes with a bag and it easy to carry! It ranks higher than many of the older projectors I use, and it's smaller size would make my choice to drag around with me when I go mobile!
For the price (as it's the lower end of the pricing spectrum for projectors), this unit throws a nice bright image. Image quality and coloring are very good - just have a nice bright white wall or screen to use it with. It's not BluRay quality, but perfect for presentations or graphics (I like to test with detailed Visio Network diagrams).
There are lots of input as pictured - the full size HDMI is a welcome option. It does have a speaker, but it's a projector speaker. If you have a booming presentation with embedded audio, hook that up to the room speaker system to get a more "full" effect.
Overall - very happy with the project. Whether it's displaying your child's Graduation pictures in your garage, projecting to your church up to 350 feet away, or showing a presentation, demo, etc to your business - this unit is portable, fairly quiet and super easy to setup.
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Improve daily oral hygiene routines with this Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush. An internal sensor regulates applied pressure to prevent soreness of teeth and gums, and the BrushSync reminder lets you know when it's time to change the brush head. This Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush removes up to seven times more plaque than a regular toothbrush to maintain oral health.
Customer Rating
5
Wow! It's a whole new level of clean!
on March 25, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
OK - I've been using the convention, manual toothbrush all my life. The kids have electric ones, so this one is all mine. First off, it came with a charge, so you can use it right away. It's a small head - so you can't use alot of toothpaste - I must have been wasting the 1 inch long strip I've been using all my life.
That said - there are three cleaning modes, Clean, Whiten, Gum Care. The pressure sensitive brush head pulses if you push too hard on your teeth, and the head briefly pauses every 30 seconds to indicate it's time to move to a new mouth quadrant Again, I usually spend about 30 sec TOTAL with a manual brush - so this one makes it easier to tell when you should be done.
However, this this really moves! If you aren't used to an electric brush - be ready. It vibrates so fast that you could have toothpaste all over your mirror if you aren't careful (speaking from experience here). It vibrates at such a high frequency that it tickles your mouth and the sound echos throughout my head! Just saying.
Overall - my teeth feel super clean when I'm done and I would recommend this to anyone ready to switch from Manual brushing to Electric!
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Dance the night away with this Sony portable wireless speaker. Its interactive Party Booster sound effects and multicolor lights bring another dimension to the music, and its Party Chain technology lets you wirelessly connect up to 100 speakers. This Sony portable wireless speaker is resistant to rust, dust and waterproof for reliable use outdoors.
Customer Rating
5
Awesome sound and cool features!
on March 25, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
With 3 teenagers in the house - there is never a quiet moment - there music or singing always coming from somewhere. So, I knew we were in for an all out brawl over this speaker when it arrived and I quick paired it to my phone and could hear the bass thumping away! Great sound quality and lots of fun to use!
Yes - the kids went crazy for my electric blue Sony - SRS-XB31 Portable Bluetooth Speaker! Great features like the lights, waterproof-ness (they often take it into the bathroom for those steamy showers), cool size and shape, ability to connect more speakers (wireless party chain up to 100 more), Party Booster mode to create unique sounds during playback and more!
Here's a list of more features!
-Feel the power of EXTRA BASS with Live Sound Mode for an -immersive 3D sound experience
-Waterproof and dustproof IP67 design for worry-free usage
-Build energy with a multicolored line light and flashing strobe
-Listen all day and night with up to 24 hours of battery life
-Connect and add more speakers (up to 100) with Wireless Party Chain
-Pick it up and play with the lightweight, portable design
-Add an extra speaker for stereo sound
-Charge your phone right from the speaker if your phone is running low!
-Waterproof and dustproof IP67 design for worry-free usage
-Build energy with a multicolored line light and flashing strobe
-Listen all day and night with up to 24 hours of battery life
-Connect and add more speakers (up to 100) with Wireless Party Chain
-Pick it up and play with the lightweight, portable design
-Add an extra speaker for stereo sound
-Charge your phone right from the speaker if your phone is running low!
Well done Sony! It's a huge hit in my household! See attached picture for size reference to a car keyfob.
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Only at Best Buy Defend your home from intruders with this SimpliSafe security system. Its wireless design provides reliable, multilayer protection and avoids interruptions from cut phone lines and power outages, and it connects to an app for remote operation. This SimpliSafe security system is easy to install and customizable to homes of any size for flexible use.
Customer Rating
4
Nearly perfect home security solution!
on March 17, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of my SimpliSafe Protect system - and it arrived a few days ago! Setup was a breeze! Unbelievable actually - even Grandma was impressed as she watched! Pull the battery protection tabs and the base station and all sensors sprang to life and registered - no problems at all!
I quickly ran the 4 entry sensors to the 4 exterior doors in my house and placed them with easy (self stick pads were already on each sensor). I then placed the motion sensor in the main living area. Next, I labeled device within the master controller - again very easy to do. Super impressed thus far.
The next steps was service activation. I had not planned to activate the service and pay the $15-25 per month - although I admit this is pretty reasonable. This is where the system falls short in my view. Although the base station has two communication methods (cellular primary and WiFi secondary), you can only leverage either of them with a paid service plan. I would like to be able to use the WiFi connectivity and the SimpliSafe app on my iphone to receive text alerts and notifications of events at my house - but that is not possible without the $25/month service plan. To me - this is the biggest downfall of the product. Fix this - and now we're talking!!
There are tons of add-ons that make this product really shine. Freeze alarms, water sensors, some and CO detectors and I even hear doorbells are coming soon! Very capable, easy to setup with relatively few faults - albeit a fairly large one to me.
Again - if you are looking for an easy, quick, DIY solution, want remote access via your phone and don't mind paying the $25/month - this is for you! Personally, I gave it only 4 stars due to that limitation of requiring the service to be actually useful.
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Listen for up to eight hours with these comfortable sports-fit Sony wireless headphones. A quick tap on NFC-compatible devices performs Bluetooth setup, and the convenient earpiece-based button and microphone enable hands-free calling. These Sony wireless headphones have open-type drivers, so you can enjoy your music while remaining aware of the surroundings.
Customer Rating
3
Decent, 8 hr headphones for Sports
on March 8, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I had a chance to review alot of headphones, and the Sony WI-SP500 falls in the middle of the pack for me. This entry level headphone lacks features of if big brothers (SP600 and SP700) in things like noise-cancelling, true wireless, etc.
I must have funny shaped ears - as most of the earpieces I review just don't fit me that great. That's why I've preferred over the head or over the in-ear ones. I will say though that these SP500's have a textured earpiece that do seem to help make them feel a bit more secure than the smooth earpieces seen on other brands.
Easy to pair, decent battery length & IPX4 waterproof (protected from splashing water). For your reference, IPX goes from 0-8, zero meaning no protection and 8 being able to be submerged into 3 feet of water.
Overall - if you are on a budget and looking for bluetooth headphones for your walks or runs, these will do fine. If you are a more picky, you'll want to shell out for the noise-cancelling SP600 or true wireless SP700s. I only gave a 3 rating as they don't have noise-cancelling (a feature I highly recommend), and still feel a bit loose in my odd-shaped ears.
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No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Is this also a modem?
No - this is NOT a modem. You need to use a modem to modulate the signal from your Internet provider - after which you can use this router to deliver WiFi or wired Internet through your location.
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No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
what router i need that works well with fois
Basically, ANY router will work with ANY internet service. Your Internet company will provide an ethernet cable connection to their modem device, which you can plug into any router to create your own wireless network. NETGEAR has several router products that you can use - with different features depending on your needs, number of connected devices, etc.
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No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Will this allow someone 500 ft away to pick up internet or does anyone know how far of a reach internet can be recieved outside the home is?
There are too many factors to tell you exactly how far wireless signals will reach. Your home construction materials, wall/duct location, placement of the router itself, your landscaping features, fences, etc can all affect the wireless range. If you need to get signal that far away - you're best to place a second router or network extender device. NETGEAR has several products that can solve this for you.
8 years, 4 months ago
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TechMatcher
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Use your existing electrical wiring to extend your WiFi Internet access to any room in your house. Just plug the PowerLINE Adapter into your modem or router, then plug in the companion PowerLINE WiFi access point to an electrical outlet. It's that easy. With 1000 Mbps speed and Homeplug AV2 support, the PowerLINE WiFi 1000 is perfect for connecting smart TVs, streaming players, and game consoles wirelessly.
i want to provide signal strength in different parts of the house. Can i buy additional access points?
Router is on second floor. I want to provide stronger signal in basement and in first floor den and porch.
You can purchase several things - including a better router or a PowerLINE adapter - which uses your home wiring to extend your network to other areas of your home.
8 years, 4 months ago
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TechMatcher
Minneapolis
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Do you need a computer to set it up?
My only computer, a MacBook Air has no Ethernet port but does have usb.
No - it does not require an ethernet connection to configure. You can simply plug it in and connect to the wireless network it provides to configure it.
8 years, 5 months ago
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TechMatcher
Minneapolis
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Does this netgear nighthawk dst ac1900 allow mac filtering for connectiong devices?
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
does this package use powerline technologies
Yes - the basis of this product is that is has built-in powerline wiring technology to communicate with the DST adapter - which would be one of the only ways to get signal into a tough spot without running more cables.
8 years, 5 months ago
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TechMatcher
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No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Will this be an OK router for streaming 4k content?
Well - there are two sides to this question. Where is the 4k content coming from? If it's the internet, this router would likely not be a bottleneck - your internet connection would be. If you have 4k content locally on a PC or NAS, this router would be able to handle that as well. So yes - this router could handle 4k content. The point is, this router has a specific feature - the Dead Spot Terminator - built in. You would buy this router to help resolve dead spots in your location by using your electrical wires as network cables.
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Minneapolis
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Will this router work with Windstream?
It does not matter who your internet service provider is. As long as you have the Netgear Nighthawk R7300 Router, you can add up to 16 DST Adapters in location - provided that it shares the same electrical circuit box (since it uses your powerlines as wiring).
8 years, 5 months ago
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TechMatcher
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Only at Best BuyNETGEAR DEAD SPOT TERMINATOR Wireless Adapter for Nighthawk R7300 Routers: This adapter plugs into an electric outlet to extend the range of your wireless network. The router (sold separately) uses the electric wiring in your home to send a signal the adapter can receive and rebroadcast as a secondary network.
Does it only work with the one router?
Yes - to use the NetGear DST adapters, you need to have the Netgear Nighthawk R7300 router - since it has built in powerline networking in it...
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TechMatcher
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