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- First reviewNovember 17, 2010
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This 3TB WD My Cloud external network-attached storage device's Gigabit Ethernet interface allows connection to your existing network, so you can easily store and access files with compatible PC, Mac, mobile phones and tablets from anywhere in your home.
Customer Rating
2
Good depending on what you use it for
on November 9, 2013
Posted by: PeteInMass
from Waltham, MA
Compatible with...:PC
I bought this primarily as a way to back up my iPhone photos / videos. Which is one of the things they advertise it for. To do this you download their app and you have to go through and select each photo / video you want to upload. While this does work the app constantly crashed on my iPhone 4s with IOS 6.xx and does on my iPhone 5s as well. Also I have over 1000 photos and you have to go in and select every single photo you want to back up manually. This needs to have some kind of sync option for it to be good for anyone that takes a decent amount of photos.
It is also VERY slow to copy photos / videos and the application needs to be running even though it says that it does it in the back ground.
Honestly I bought it tried it a few times and it just sits there doing nothing hoping that it will eventually get better app support. I don't need it for other backup as I already have that covered.
What's great about it: Easy to set up
What's not so great: The IOS App is a Joke!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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3
Performance
3
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Enhance audio entertainment with this Sonos Play:1 mini home speaker. Wi-Fi technology lets you pair it with compatible audio devices and other Sonos speakers, while software update function ensures you stay up to date with the latest upgrades. This Sonos Play:1 mini home speaker is humidity-resistant and compact enough to fit in most spaces.
Customer Rating
5
Very Impressed!
on October 24, 2013
Posted by: PeteInMass
from Waltham, MA
I got one of these to try and out and eventually to get a second to add to my existing Playbar for Surround Speakers. Anyone know Sonos will not be surprised by the quality of this item even the packaging is impressive.
I had a little issue that may have been self inflicted with set up that require me to reboot my Bridge and Playbar but once I did set up went through quickly and easily.
While this might seem a little pricy but the quality of this player as well as the whole Sonos ecosystem is well worth it. The sound quality of this little guy is extremely impressive and is on par with my Play 5s. I would highly recommend getting giving one a try, they have a very generous return policy.
What's great about it: Easy to set up, great sound quality and typical Sonos Quality
What's not so great: Had a slight hiccup with adding to my existing system
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make immersive, high-resolution audio an integral part of your entertainment with this Sonos Playbar soundbar. Bluetooth connectivity streams your favorite playlist wirelessly from your smart device, while automatic tuning ensures rich, detailed sound anywhere in the room. This Sonos Playbar soundbar lets you connect speakers in different rooms over Wi-Fi.
Customer Rating
4
I'm Impressed!
on August 5, 2013
Posted by: PeteInMass
from Waltham, MA
If you are looking for a great sounding sound bar then this is it. As with every Sonos Item I've ever touched everything from the packaging and instructions are top notch. The installation was very easy and worked first try. The only issue I have is the Optical Cable they include does not seat properly in my TV for some reason.
For some reason I can't seem to get Dolby out of my TV which makes a HUGE difference. If you don't give it a Dolby Signal it will simulate it and does a pretty good job but nothing is better than the real thing. I ended up connecting it directly to my Cable Box.
Bottom line, I love this Soundbar, as with all Sonos items it is a little on the pricey side but it is also very good quality.
Make sure you TV or whatever device you are connecting to puts out Dolby before investing. This isn't just a Sono's thing this would stand true for any Soundbar.
What's great about it: Easy to set up, great sound quality, looks great, Integrates well with existing Sonos Devices.
What's not so great: A Little Pricey, Included Optical Cable very cheap / pops out of TV.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
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Protect your Apple iPad mini with this LifeProof 1401-02 case that features a CrystalClear double-AR-coated optical glass lens, so you can take pictures and videos. Durable plastic material shields your device from damage.
Posted by: PeteInMass
from Waltham, MA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I really like the LifeProof Case I bought for my iPhone 4S so I figured I would give this a try for my iPad Mini. First of the all the cost of this is pretty much insane in my opinion and only bought it with the use of some points from Reward Zone and a Gift Card.
The installation is pretty straight forward but I was very surprised to see that the speaker holes are on the bottom of the case while the speakers on the iPad Mini are on the side so the sound is very muffled.
The other complaint I would have would be the usual LifeProof complaints in that the Power port is so small that you can only use genuine Apple Power Cords and not even the 30 Pin to Lightning adapters that Apple Sells which is a genuine product.
Last but not least fingerprints are a real problem with this case. I don't seem to have the same issues with my iPhone LifeProof.
If you are looking for a good case that is not bulky at all and can deal with the about drawbacks then go for it.
My Best Buy number: 0732536709
My Best Buy number: 0732536709
What's great about it: Good Protection & Thin.
What's not so great: Covers Speakers / Cost / Port Access
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Sonos Play:5: The Play:5 offers 5 amplifiers and 5 speakers for room-filling, crystal-clear sound throughout your entire home. Wirelessly stream your favorite playlists, Internet radio stations or your own music library, and choose which rooms you want to play your music in for a customized listening experience.
Customer Rating
5
Amazing!
on November 17, 2010
Posted by: PeteInMass
from Waltham, MA
I bought my first Sonos Zone Player S5 about a month and a half ago and was so impressed with it that I bought a second one about a week ago.
Everything you've heard about Sonos is true! You start off with the box / packaging and even that is impressive. I bought this as a standalone unit since I planned on using the iPhone app to control it.
The setup of this unit couldn't be easier, connect the unit to your home network (wired) then load up the software on the included DVD, when the setup was completed it walks you through the steps to point to your music library and it also updates the firmware automatically. I was very impressed with how quick and easy the setup was as well as the fact that I didn't need to leave the computer that I used to set up on (my music is located on a sever that is always on).
The sound quality of this relatively small unit is outstanding! I have a Bose iPod Dock and in my opinion the Sonos S5 sounds much better, much cleaner sound all the way through the range.
Controlling the unit with either the software of the iPhone application is a snap and it is impressive how responsive it is.
When I added a second unit my level of satisfaction of this system only went up. Adding the second unit only involved setting the controller up to look for another zone then pressing the two buttons on the new S5 and the controller application found it immediately, from there you assign a name to it and you are all done.
Controlling multiple units is simple as stand alone units or can be grouped together to play the exact same music in perfect sync.
Playing music from your library is only the tip of the iceberg you can also choose from hundreds if not thousands of online radio stations and services like Pandora, Napster or Rhapsody all of which stream perfectly with the same sound quality.
The only negative thing that I can possibly say about this is that it is a tiny bit on the pricey side especially when you are talking about multiple units which you will want since they are so cool and sound so good!
What's great about it: Simple to setup, incredible sound, Music Source Options, iPhone / iPad App
What's not so great: A bit on the pricey side especially when dealing with multiple units.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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