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The Brother Work Smart Series MFC-J895DW is the ideal print, copy, scan and fax solution for home, home office or small office needs. This wireless color inkjet all-in-one delivers reliable, high-quality output and enables wireless mobile device printing from your desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet. This easy-to-use wireless color inkjet all-in-one delivers affordable printing and has a 2.7" touch screen for effortless workflow navigation. The automatic document feeder, 150-sheet capacity paper tray and bypass tray handle a variety of sizes and specialty papers. Automatic duplex (2-sided) printing helps save paper while the compact design helps save desk space. Cloud connectivity lets you print from and scan to popular Cloud services directly from the printer. There's no network setup needed for Near Field Communications (NFC) one "touch to connect" mobile device printing and scanning. Includes a two-year limited warranty and free online, call, or live chat support for the life of the printer.Prints up to 12 ISO ppm* in black, up to 10 ISO ppm* in color
Customer Rating
4
Great inexpensive inkjet printer/scanner/fax
on October 28, 2018
Posted by: RandallFlagg
from Hi Desert, CA
I'm a current Brother printer user. I have the MFC-J4620DW and I'm really happy with it. It's hooked up to my main desktop via lan/usb/wifi. So when I got the MFC-J895DW, I knew it was going to work for me. I set it up tonight with the intention of running my laptops and mac mini to it wirelessly. I first tried my main desktop and it couldn't see it. I checked the settings in the printer and tada, I needed to setup wifi with my network. After that, I tried again and the software saw the printer. That said, it takes a long time to install the software. I did this one with the cd and once I was finally done, a brother update popped up and I had to update two pieces of software. It did them separately, but really quick.
I then installed it on my Windows laptop. I used the download link in the instructions as the laptop doesn't have an optical drive. I figured at least I would be the latest version and could skip the update. Nope, same thing...forever to install and two quick updates.
Lastly the mac mini. I have the upgraded 2013 model with the latest Os X Mojave installed. The software was a download from the link in the instructions and it saw the latest operating system with no issue. As is with Macs, it was a much faster install. Once it was done, I opened Microsoft Word and picked a template. I sent it to print and it worked great, but it did have a long lag time. Not sure if that's normal or just a fluke. Either way, at least I now have a dedicated wifi printer to use with these three pcs as well as my Pixel and Android tablets.
Lastly, one thing I love about Brother printers is the ink is reasonable. Color ink is around $15 for 500 sheets and black a bit less. One think that this model doesn't have that my old one does it the ability to pay a bit more and buy a cartridge that does 1200 sheets. Bummer, but not a reason to pass on this model. It does however hold 150 sheets in the tray, so that's a plus. If you need a cheap wifi printer, this is a good choice.
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Keep your home free from pet hair with this BISSELL CleanView vacuum. Triple Action technology and specialized tools provide powerful cleaning of carpets, floors and hard-to-reach areas, and the automatic rewind lets you store the cord with one touch. This BISSELL CleanView vacuum’s lightweight design and swivel steering deliver smooth maneuverability to effortlessly reach edges and corners.
Customer Rating
4
Couple of issues, but picks up great
on October 22, 2018
Posted by: RandallFlagg
from Hi Desert, CA
WHAT'S IN THE BOX: The unit comes assembled except for the handle. The handle requires a phillips head screwdriver for the two screws that attach it to the base. It also contains the flex hose, extension wand, brush tool, pet turboeraser tool, a Febreze filter and a crevice tool.
ASSEMBLY: I had to look for a minute or two to find where the handle screws went. Looking down at the handle towards the floor, the two holes are on either side and drop in 3/4's of the way. Then it's just a few turns of the screwdriver. The turboeraser has a spot on the front of the handle and the brush goes in the back. You insert and turn the base for the extension wand and it snaps into place. The crevice tool is another story. The assembly manual doesn't mention it in the assembly, so I take a look at the box. There is a spot for another tool next to the extension wand, but the crevice tool is too long and doesn't fit. The picture on the box shows a different style tool and it too is cockeyed and looks to be tucked in between the flex hose and extension wand. Every time I tried to store it that way, it fell off the base. I ended up sticking it in the extension wand.
CONS: For me, I like a headlight on my vacuum and this unit doesn't have one. The unit is a push model and doesn't self propel. Unlike my Shark that is a push model also, but it tends to move forward with much effort.
PRO: Great suction. I live in the desert and my carpet tends to have fine sand in it. No matter how often I vacuum, I'll see some sand in the canister. I did just the living room (15 x 20) and I could see a fair amount of really fine sand. I had the unit on 1 as my carpet is a low/medium pile, but I wanted to see how much dirt it could lift. I was pleasantly surprised. The cord rewind for the power cord is a nice touch and makes ending the job convenient. I hope it's constructed well to last! Lastly for me the unit seemed less noisy than my current
Shark vacuum stick. Maybe because I had the front door open, but it worked for me.
Shark vacuum stick. Maybe because I had the front door open, but it worked for me.
I did insert the Febreze filter and it is fairly strong. If anything, it gives you a spare filter. Overall I'm very pleased with the Bissell Cleanview vacuum. I recommend it to anyone with pets or my neighbors who struggle with living in the desert!
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The Shark Rocket Self-Cleaning Brushroll Corded Stick VacuumShark has created a self-cleaning brushroll that delivers nonstop hair removal. Add that to an ultra-lightweight vacuum with floor-to-ceiling versatility and an XL dust cup, and you�ve got the Shark Rocket Self-Cleaning Brushroll Corded Stick Vacuum.
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UNBOXING: There are just a few parts, the motor (handheld vacuum), wand, Zero-M cleaner head, crevice tool, pet/upholstery tool, wall mount, and precision duster. Be careful unboxing and throwing out the packaging as the cardboard has very sharp edges.
ASSEMBLY: Easy peasy. Plug wand into cleaner head and plug/attach motor to wand. Untie and wind up cord. Use the attachment caddy/holder to put crevice tool and pet tool on wand. I’m not sure how the precision duster attaches to the assembled unit. The downside to the attached tools is they get in the way and tend to fall off the wand as you’re using the unit.
IMPRESSIONS: This unit is as good if not better than my current Shark stick vacuum. The unit picks up very well. It can be a bit top heavy for some users. Also, for shorter individuals, the wand seems a bit long. It would be great if there were a way to shorten the wand or to have an additional shorter option. For my mom who is 5-foot-tall, it was a bit tall and she had quite an angle to keep it at a comfortable position. After testing out the unit, I was looking at how to store the unit and unlike my 2-year-old unit, this Shark has a convenient tab on the cleaner head. It’s shaped like the wall mount, but on the head and you can detach the motor and hang it right above the cleaner head. It allows you to still wind up the power cord. That said, the long power cord is a welcome addition too. Nothing worse that buying a vacuum with a short cord, having to go from outlet to outlet.
Overall, I’m happy with the unit. Weight can be an issue for some, but not for me. The extra large collector holds a bit more than my older model. The wand as said needs a way to be adjusted, but I’d still recommend Shark machines over other brands I’ve used or own.
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Grab a Crayon and make your mark! Logitech Crayon is a pixel-precise digital pencil for all iPads (2018 releases and later) that helps unleash your creativity and productivity in hundreds of Apple Pencil supported apps. Crayon uses Apple Pencil technology including Scribble for a seamless writing experience that's as natural as pencil and paper. Need a thicker or thinner line? Just tilt. Logitech Crayon is built tough with 4 ft drop protection, a unique roll-proof shape, and up to 7.5 hours of active writing time. Palm rejection technology allows you to rest your hand right on the screen while you write.
Customer Rating
4
Great for me as a student. Not so great 4 artists
on October 18, 2018
Posted by: RandallFlagg
from Hi Desert, CA
First impression is I like the style vs the Apple pencil. I use 3 sided and carpenter pencils and the flat design works for me. For others it may not. I charged the crayon with my Pixel charger and the lightning to USB cable. I wish there was an indicator that said it was fully charged. The scant instructions were of no help. I Googled it and saw that it charges rather rapidly so I figured I was good. The crayon paired up and was ready to go. It works great and there didn't seem to be any lag. The only difference I could see between the Apple pencil and the crayon was the Logitech isn't pressure sensitive and it doesn't have any variation when you're drawing a line. For me using it as a pen, it's great. If you're wanting to draw with it, I'd suggest to pony up the extra few bucks and get the Apple pencil.
Two things to mention. I've read that the crayon is only good for the 6th generation iPad and not the pro models. Second there is a firmware update from August 29th on the Logitech website. I haven't installed it and the site doesn't state what the update does so maybe it adds features that currently don't work with my crayon.
Overall it's great for me, but should I want to use it with apps and pressure sensitivity, I'll have to purchase an Apple pencil too.
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Watch over your infant with this Panasonic long-range baby monitor. It comes with a pan-and-tilt night vision camera with smart sensor alerts to keep your child’s environment in check, and two-way communication, lullaby and white noise functions let you soothe your baby. The DECT technology of this Panasonic long-range baby monitor provides strong wireless signal reception.
Customer Rating
3
Great baby monitor but it has issues..at least for
on October 8, 2018
Posted by: RandallFlagg
from Hi Desert, CA
So this is probably one of the best baby monitors currently on the market. It has smart sensors for sound, motion and temperature, but I've yet to figure out how to get them to my liking. The motion and sound detection goes off nonstop and you find yourself constantly hitting the ok button when you are trying to go through the menu. The unit has no issues working through the one wall I have between the camera and the handheld monitor. Battery life seems good and the box states 13 hours standby and 5 hours screen on. This thing is always on so I just leave it plugged in unless I need to take it elsewhere for a few minutes.
The camera is able to tilt down, pan back and forth as well as 2x zoom. The unit has clear night mode, but I haven't had a chance to test it. I've read both good and bad reviews on the graininess of the picture, so I'd advise a buyer to look into that feature. There are mics and speakers for 2 way communication. The box states it has noise reduction, but I've had some high pitch squeals when I get the two too close to each other. Another feature I haven't tested yet is the lullaby and white noise. The box states the it can be remotely activated or auto-played via the sound sensor. For those familiar with Panasonic 2.4 ghz devices, the monitor uses the DECT technology to secure an interference free zone up to 1500 feet.
The box comes with the hand-held monitor, the camera, a wall mount, two power adapters - 1 for each unit and a rechargeable battery for the hand-held. Overall it's a nice setup except for the glitches with the motion and sound software. It would be nice to say it was just an inconvenience, but it really is a pain in the rear as it goes off constantly. That said, I'd still recommend the unit.
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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.
Customer Rating
5
More than an instant pot
on October 7, 2018
Posted by: RandallFlagg
from Hi Desert, CA
So I have a rice cooker and a 7qt Instant Pot. The rice cooker was retired when I got the Instant Pot and I think the Ninja Foodi will be my go to cooker now. It does most of the functions of an Instant Pot and more. Tonight I unboxed the unit and accessories, washed them all with hot soapy water and dried them. I then wanted to try something simple and something the Instant Pot doesn't do. So I chose frozen french fries. I set the unit to 20 minutes and let it heat up for the first five. Then I added 3 minutes to make it 18 for cooking. During the warm up I added a pound of frozen fries to the baking pot and it was ready to drop in. I opened the unit about 4 times to stir/toss the fries a bit and each time the cooking paused with no issues. It wasn't super hot and I didn't have a mitten on. I was just careful not to get too close in case of steam or touching a hot surface. The fries came out great. Almost burnt, but mostly golden brown. The outside was snappy and the inside was soft and just right. I never get fries like that out of my oven.
I waited to clean the pots as they were hot even through a mitt. I ate my fries...which again were delish and then with a mitt I removed the cooking pot and baking pot and cooled them under a cold streaming faucet. Then a quick was with a few drops of Dawn and a good rinse. I know I'm going to be using this as I enjoy many frozen items. I need to read the book and see if I can do frozen hot wings next. I have a couple of bags in the freezer ready for some blue cheese dressing! If you like easy cooking, the recipe book has a lot of choices besides frozen foods to try. Most of them required a number of ingredients that I didn't have on hand, so I went with my favorite frozen food. For me and my type of cooking, I highly recommend the Ninja Foodi!
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Bitdefender Total Security 2020 is a complete next-generation solution to cover cybersecurity for your Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices with no compromise on performance and battery life.
Customer Rating
3
You would have thought...
on September 26, 2018
Posted by: RandallFlagg
from Hi Desert, CA
I entered the access code for Bitdefender 2019 last night and it stated I have 365 days of access. I still had 76 days of access, but it reset. I would have thought it added a year to my current balance, but unfortunately that didn't happen.
So my initial impression. I like the dashboard for Bitdefender and it seems to be running flawlessly in the background....for now. The reason I deleted it last time was that over time it became slower and slower to the point that my system couldn't process my normal workload. It would just freeze and I'd have to walk away or hard boot the system. As soon as I uninstalled the product and went back to Windows Defender the system was running as it should. I tried AVG Ultimate and it did the same thing. So here I am starting again with the 2019 version. I hope it doesn't let me down but only time will tell.
I'd still recommend the software. Just user beware that you may encounter difficulties down the road...or not. YMMV
I'd still recommend the software. Just user beware that you may encounter difficulties down the road...or not. YMMV
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Designed over two years with direct input from many professional esports players, PRO Wireless gaming mouse is built to the exacting standards of some of the world’s top esports professionals. PRO Wireless gaming mouse is built for extreme performance and includes the latest and most advanced technologies available. Featuring LIGHTSPEED technology, PRO Wireless overcomes the limitations of latency, connectivity and power to provides rock-solid and super fast 1 ms report rate connection. PRO Wireless gaming mouse is also equipped with the latest version of the HERO sensor, our next generation optical sensor that is the highest performing and efficient gaming sensor.
Customer Rating
5
Great mouse so far....
on September 25, 2018
Posted by: RandallFlagg
from Hi Desert, CA
I've been using the G603 from Logitech and I've been fairly happy with it. Today I opened up the G Pro and what a difference. To be honest, I thought I was just going to open it up and test it out for the night, then go back to the G603. Now I think that it's going to stay and the old one will go into storage. The G Pro just seems smoother and more responsive. It also seems to be better at multiple left button clicks on games that require it. I swapped out the USB dongle and both Windows 10 and the Logitech G Hub picked up the new mouse. I was able to go into the G Hub software and adjust the lighting to my choice... blue and steady.
The unit comes with a USB cable an adapter if you need to add the dongle to the end of the micro USB male end. I use the extra USB slot in the G513 keyboard. The unit charged fairly quickly. I was able to use the mouse while it charged and before I knew it, G Hub showed it fully charged. I've been using it for a few hours and it's gone down 10% to 89%.
So what don't like about the mouse. Well it does what a lot of mice do and that's the buttons on the sides tend to get hit by me accidently. Maybe it's just me, but it something I have to be mindful about. This mouse is great for lefty's or right handed individuals as it has side buttons on each side. The unit also comes with replacement buttons for each of the 4 sides buttons. I'm assuming since its a gaming mouse those buttons tend to get worn out.
Overall this is a great mouse and I'll be using it on my daily pc.
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Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 is a supremely powerful, portable wireless speaker. It blasts loud, clear, and powerful 360° sound with deep thundering bass. And it is insanely waterproof, dustproof, and drop proof too. Combined with one-touch music controls, and stunning, two-tone, high-performance fabric, the ultimate party starter has been redefined.
Customer Rating
4
Great speaker with a few gripes
on September 15, 2018
Posted by: RandallFlagg
from Hi Desert, CA
The speaker sounds pretty good, but at higher volume I do hear some distortion. To start off with there are a number of apps for these speakers and it took 3 tries to get the right one. First I dl'd one for the boom. It fired up and said get the newer one. I installed that but apparently I can't read on a second attempt and got one for the megablast. Finally the 3rd try got me the correct app. It's currently the one with blue lettering and a white background 9/15/18. The blast has the opposite and the old boom was a round logo. I fired up the correct app which told me to uninstall the old boom app to continue. Ok, just another task to do in order to get up and running...right? Nope. Please update to the latest firmware was the next order of business. So okay here we go.....95% and then stall and I do mean stall. It took forever to finish. Once it did, I was able to access the equalizer and remote controls. During this time the speaker worked by connecting to my Pixel's bluetooth. My Android is updated to the latest version 9 Pie.
I fired up Amazon Music and listened to the classic rock station for about 5 songs and then a number of songs via the album selections. My main complaint is that treble hiss which I tried to tone down or out with the eq, but it didn't make much difference. The bass is decent for the size of the unit, but honestly I think the Sony SRS-XB41 sounds better. One thing I really like is the Magic Button. I used it to advance tracks, pause and play and it worked every time.
Lastly, I like the fact that you can purchase a recharging base for the unit. I wish it was included with the speaker, but it's understandable that keeping costs down are needed to keep it competitive in this category. Hopefully a patch may be offered down the road to help remedy the distortion or hiss. It may have been my source (Amazon) so your mileage may vary. I'll be trying other sources and hope that it fixes the issue for my ears. Overall I really like the unit. The large volume buttons on the front work great and by pressing them both the unit tells you how much battery life is left. Once I get the charging base, that shouldn't be a problem anymore.
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Get ready to game with this Fnatic Clutch 2 gaming mouse. It's specifically designed for e-sports so that you have an edge on the competition, and because it is full-size, this ergonomic mouse fits neatly in the palm of your hand. This Fnatic Clutch 2 gaming mouse features highly accurate sensor technology to ensure every movement is delivered on screen.
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I'm not really a corded mouse user, but I can see how one would be better for gamers. Reducing any chance for lag is probably needed for online shooters.
The mouse looks great and it functions wonderfully. I attached it to a backup Windows 10 machine with no issues. I didn't have a mouse pad available so I just used the clean desk. It's an old military steel tanker desk and the mouse performed as expected. It was easy to use, glided smoothly and the settings out of the box were perfect for me.
The software I have downloaded for the Fnatic Streak keyboard also allows for mouse adjustments. You can adjust the lighting just like the keyboard, but honestly I left it stock because unlike the keyboard, I can't see the mouse, my hand is covering it up. There is a performance tab that allows you to adjust a few sensor positions, but again I just left it stock. For Gamers, I'm sure as suggestion are sent the software will be updated. I didn't look but I need to see how to adjust the scroll wheel. It clicks, which I like over the Logitech G603 I use on my main desktop. Unlike the G603, it seems to take forever to scroll a page with the Clutch 2. I'm sure there must be a setting that can pick how many lines to scroll with each click...at least I hope so. The mouse is made for right-handed people with the buttons on the left side.
Other than that, it's a great wired mouse right out of the box and even though I don't game much anymore, I think gamers would be very happy with the performance. I'd recommend this to a friend.
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Wake up to a delicious cup of java with this Ninja Coffee Bar glass carafe system. The 10-cup pitcher holds 50 oz. of coffee when entertaining or brews a single cup at a time, prepared at the infusion level of your choice. This Ninja Coffee Bar glass carafe system has a built-in frother for hot and cold drink creations.
Does this have an automatic shut off after a period of time?
The manual states that the hot plate will auto shut down in 2 hours if you don't turn it off with the button.
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Add high-end performance to your everyday life with the Google Pixel XL. A quad-core processor, a 5.5-inch LED screen and 32GB of memory ensure this phone is able to handle daily life, and Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protects the screen. Easy cloud storage ensures you never run out of space on the Google Pixel XL.
The phones that are sold as "Verizon" phones. Do they have Verizon branding on them?
I received the unit as a reviewer, so I got it before the release...I believe. I can say the the unit I have doesn't have any Verizon logos on the phone front or back. The only logo on mine is the Google "G" on the back. Hope that helps.
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Keep carpets clean with this Shark upright vacuum. It has anti-allergen technology and a HEPA filter to trap and contain 99.9 percent of particles, and it comes with pet tools for efficient removal of hair from floors and upholstery. This Shark upright vacuum has a motorized brush that you can use for heavy-duty jobs.
Does it has Brushroll Shutoff feature?
Yes, the power switch has two settings. One for bare floors with the roller brush stopped and the second setting for carpet with the roller brush spinning.
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.Audio 355 Stereo Headset is ideal for games, music, Internet talk, video conferencing, and PC voice applications with bass-boosting, full-range stereo resonance. The feather-light, flexible headband and soft, swivel-mounted ear cushions deliver acoustic precision and ensure all-day listening and gaming comfort. A noise-canceling microphone enhances speech recognition, while the Quick Adjust telescoping, bendable boom assures ideal microphone placement. Convenient in-line volume and mute give you full control over your listening and speaking experience. Compatible with popular PC sound cards for plug-and-play ease.
Can I plug this into myHP desktop computer to watch Webinars?
As long as you have the green mini jack on the front, top or back of your desktop you can. The headset isn't USB, it has a pink and green mini plug, the pink for microphone and the green for headset. Windows 10 switched it over from my Creative speakers to the headset automatically. If not you would right click on the speaker icon in the lower right of your screen and pick playback, scroll down to Headphones and chose it for default. Then when you are finished you might have to go back and switch default back to your speakers. Most likely Windows will do it all for you when you plug in the green jack. Good Luck.
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Complete a variety of office tasks with this Brother MFC-J4620DW all-in-one printer that lets you print, copy, scan and fax documents and images for versatility. Built-in Wi-Fi allows direct printing and scanning from select devices and Cloud services.
can you scan 11 x 17 docs? or is the scanning bed smaller than the printer?
No, the scanner is a standard 8.5 x 11
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