Share dlowen's profile
 
Facebook Twitter
 
 
dlowen
 
 
 
dlowen's stats
 
  • Review count
    190
  • Helpfulness votes
    188
  • First review
    October 25, 2016
  • Last review
    June 4, 2024
  • Featured reviews
    0
  • Average rating
    4.5
 
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
    23
  • Helpfulness votes
    58
  • First answer
    May 26, 2017
  • Last answer
    September 15, 2021
  • Featured answers
    0
  • Best answers
    3
 
 
dlowen's Reviews
<< 1 ... 5 6 7 8 9 ... 19 >>
 
Take to the skies with the Hover-1 Aviator eScooter. With a fun and bright iridescent and metallic finish inspired by modern aviation, this folding electric scooter gives you everything you need. Featuring an electric throttle and brake system, along with a vibrant LCD screen to track your speed and battery life, what more could you ask for? The Aviator is a fun and affordable eScooter that packs a punch, even with a lightweight design. Capable of supporting up to 264lbs, the two 6.5” tires provide a comfortable ride with some nice stability to keep you safe as you whip and zip around at a top speed of 15mph.
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
3 out of 5
3
Decent scooter with a few quirks
on July 13, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
I have rode many different electric scooters and they are always so fun. I was super excited to receive the Hover 1 and put it through the paces to see how it stacks up against other electric scooters.
I would like to start off talking about build quality. The first thing is the color. The iridescent color makes it stand out in a crowd and definitely gets people looking. I personally think the color looks awesome. Only thing to beware is that it is a finger print magnet but you can only tell if you look up close. One thing that I really like is that this can easily hold a full size adult but it is on the lighter and compact side. This comes in handy if you plan to commute with it, carry it, or simply kick like a regular scooter. It also folds easily and has a latch to hold it all together. When you take it out of the box you have to put on the handle bars. This is my first major gripe about the scooter. Since they twist on clockwise there were a few time that while holding onto them they twisted lose.
Next I would like to talk about handling. The scooter has two ride modes and in the faster one it tops out at 15 mph. 15mph is on the slower side but it is plenty fast. The only issue is that the scooter only does 15 mph in ideal conditions. It must be a flat or down hill surface, and battery must be charged up. With two bars still left on the battery meter I was only able to get about 10 mph. The scooter also accelerates on the slow side. It can take quite a bit of time to get up to the 15 mph top speed from a stand still. For being such a light weight scooter the ride is not bad. It has plenty of room to stand on it and even going over smaller bumps is not bad at all. It has two types of brakes. One is using the motor to brake which works great unless you are on a large hill. It will slow you down but not really bring you to a fast stop. However, the brake on the back tire works great too. The last thing is hills or even small inclines. It does not like them at all. A smaller hill it will slow down to about 4-5 mph if you are lucky. But most hills I was not able to make it up without pushing.
I would like to discuss is the technology. I would say it is not very advance in this front. I could not find any app for connecting the scooter which was kind of a disappointment. The screen on the scooter doesn’t offer a whole lot of information besides speed, mode, if the headlight is on, and cruise control. One thing that disappointed me was that the speedometer would top out. In the slower mode it topped out at 9-10 mph even going down a hill at a much faster speed. Same with the faster mode the Speedo would not show over 15mph even when going faster down hill. The addition of a front headlight and rear brake light worked well. The headlight is not the brightest but it definitely works and at least allows others to see you in the dark. I was surprised that this scooter had cruise control. The only downside is that activating it can be kind of tough and since you have to use the throttle to activate i could never get it to activate at full speed.
Last thing i will mention is range and charging. Range is on the low side but i seemed to get the rated 6-7 mile range which i would say is decent. The only thing is that when the battery started to get on the lower side the top speed decreased significantly. Charging takes 5+ hours which i think is normal for scooters but I also feel like it is on the slower side since the range is so short.
Unfortunately, this scooter did not impress me all that much. It is not that bad but it is also not that great. I wanted to use it for commuting around the city too and from work but with short range, lower speeds, and very slow acceleration it is hard to recommend. However, for just having fun a round your neighborhood or for teenagers i still think it might be worth the buy since it is on the cheaper end of electric scooters.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
+4points
4of 4voted this as helpful.
 
Take control of your acoustic experience with Logitech Zone 900, the wireless headset specifically designed to enhance focus and productivity at home. Connect to your smartphone and computer, and seamlessly switch between them to experience great audio, suitable for conference calls and immersive music. Active noise cancelation blocks out the noise around you. With comfort, simple controls, and wireless Qi charging, Zone 900 helps you define your workplace soundscape and stay in your zone. Logitech Unifying technology connects up to six compatible devices with one receiver. Stay focused, stay connected, and stay in your zone no matter where you work.
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Must have for home/office work
on July 6, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
With the world in a pandemic it has caused a lot of changes to the way people work. In the start I was working mostly from home but now I will be working a hybrid style meaning I work partially at home and partially in the office. I was using a standard wired headset but I have been on the search for a while for a better wireless solution. All of the options I have tried have not worked out either due to poor microphone quality or overall not comfortable for long hours. I think this headset is what I have been looking for all along and it is overall a great option.
I will start of talking about sound quality and the microphone. This headset offers active noise cancelling and it is works perfectly. Especially when working in the office and there is other people around the noise cancellation is a great thing to have because you can drown out all the noise around you and better focus on what you are listening to. I was overly impressed with the sound quality. Listening to music or videos sounds extremely amazing with ultra crisps and realistic sounds. There are many headsets that might offer comparable sound but one thing a lot of others lack is in the microphone quality. I do a lot of calls where it is important for people to be able to understand me. So far in all of my testing and asking others how I sounded, the results were great. The Microphone also did a great job of not picking up a lot of background noise.
The next thing is the design. These are a wireless headset which is also one of my favorite things. Before with my wired headset I could not get up during my meetings because I was tied to my computer. The battery life was extremely impressive as well and they last plenty of time. They can easily be charged via USB-C or QI wireless charging. One downfall is they are a little larger than I expected but I wore them for hours at a time and they do not feel as large when they are on your head. There are only a few buttons on the headset and one of my complaints was that the pairing button and the power button are the same. There were several times I tried to turn them off but held the button just a second to long and placed them into pairing mode instead. One nice feature is that the Microphone can go either way so you can wear it on the right or left and when placed in the up position it automatically mutes.
The last thing I would like to talk about is connection. These offers two connections, Bluetooth and USB dongle. I found this to be very useful because I was able to connect it to my phone via Bluetooth and my computer using the USB dongle. To my surprise it actually switched between the two seamlessly. The only thing I was not able to do was connect more than one Bluetooth device at a time. However, it was very simple to switch between Bluetooth devices as well. There is an App for pairing which allows you to do even more customization but at the time of this review I was not able to get the app to work and connect to the headphones.
Overall, these are my go to for a work headset. I would highly recommend these to anyone who works in an office or from home. They offer the best sound quality and microphone quality so that you can have the best experience during meetings and calls.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
True wireless noise cancelling Beats Studio Bud are made for music. Designed with a custom acoustic platform, Beats Studio Bud are engineered to deliver powerful, balanced sound in a compact, in-ear form factor. The result — immersive sound that pulls the emotion of music from the studio to your ears to keep you inspired. These earbuds feature two listening modes, Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) and Transparency mode, to give you total control of your sound. Each earbud has up to 8 hours of listening time¹ with two additional charges provided by its pocket-sized charging case to give you up to 24 hours of combined playback.² Beats Studio Bud also offer simple one-touch pairing for Apple³ and Android⁴ devices.
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Studio sound quality packed into small package
on June 27, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
Beats is known for making some of the best headphones on the market. Before now you had to buy their much larger over the head earphones in order to get the best studio sound quality. These earbuds are here to change the game and pack studio quality into a much smaller package.
I would first like to start off by talking about the sound quality. Beats is know for its signature sound which is typically heavy on the bass side. If you are a fan of other beats headphones these are just as great. Normally, earbuds do not have as great of sound quality as much larger headphones. The idea of these earbuds is to change the game and pack studio quality sound into a small earbuds. I believe the sound quality is on par with any of the other top headphones on the market right now.
One great feature is that these earbuds include noise cancelling and transparency mode. The noise cancelling is pretty good. If you are listening to something with it on then there is practically no background noise. Transparency mode is a great feature so that if you want to be able to hear what is going on around you. It works but I believe there are other headphones on the market that do it slightly better.
From a design standpoint, the ear buds are small and light weight. The fit pretty well inside my ears. The only thing is that under extreme activity I would not trust them to stay in. However, they might fit better in some ears then others. The come with a nice charging case which is made out of a hard plastic. It feels a little cheap to me but they built a lot into a pretty low price for what you get.
Battery life is rated at 8 hours which is pretty good in my opinion. They can be put into the charging case for up to an additional 24 hours.
I think these are good earbuds for anyone who commutes because of the noise cancelling and transparency modes. I believe these earbuds were made to replace big over the ear studio headphones. You can now get the same great sound quality in a much smaller package .
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
-1point
0of 1voted this as helpful.
 
Pixel Buds A-Series bring you rich, high-quality sound for a lot less than you’d expect. Their beamforming mics help make calls crystal clear.*** The flush-to-ear design is stylish, and the stabilizer arc keeps them in place so you can wear them even during the sweatiest workout.**
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
Decent Bluetooth headphones
on June 25, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
Finding the right pair of Bluetooth headphones can be hard. Every person is going to differences in opinion when it comes to headphones mostly based on comfort/fit and overall sound quality.
First I would like to talk about design and fit. These headphones are designed extremely well. They come with a compact charging case and have a nice lightweight feel and design. They have soft tips on the end which personally I have the most problems with. These do have little wings on them which are supposed to help hold them in your ears but personally they did not stay in my ears all that well which is the only downside I found.
Next is sound quality. The sound was good and I think on par with what you should expect at this price range. They do help block out background noise which makes for an overall good experience.
They are easy to connect to any device. The battery life is rated at 5 hours listening or 2.5 hours talk time with up to 24 hours off the charging case. Personally I think this is plenty of time especially from something so small.
I would definitely recommend these to anyone looking for a cheaper yet high quality Bluetooth headphones. Especially someone who has a google pixel phone.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
 
Expertly shape your brows with Tweezermans classic, award-winning slant tip tweezer. A staple to your beauty routine and famous for its precision, the Slant Tweezer features perfectly aligned, hand-filed tips that grab every hair, every time.
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Much better than average tweezers
on June 24, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
Tweezers can come in handy for many different things. One of my biggest pet peeves is that when you go to grab something with tweezers it needs to have a good grip in order to hold on. These tweezers are made very high quality and can grip even the smallest things. There is not much else to say about them except they are decent size and easy to use. I would recommend anyone who wants to use this as a beauty product and need precision.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
Unleash the power of the Samsung 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe Gen4 SSD for next-level computing. 980 PRO delivers 2x the data transfer rate of PCIe 3.0, while maintaining compatibility with PCIe 3.0.¹ ¹The NVM Express® design mark is a registered trademark of NVM Express, Inc.* Results are based on a comparison with Samsung PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs and SATA SSDs. PS5 compatible with heatsink as recommended by Sony; heatsink sold separately.
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Must have for gaming
on June 11, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
I have always been a fan of Samsung SSDs. This one is no exception. PCIE 4.0 offers a new level of speed for gaming. I plan to eventually use this inside of my PS5 since it was announced as one of the supported drives. Unfortunately, the support for external drives does not exist at this time. Currently using this drive in my gaming PC and it offers unreal speeds. There is not a lot to say about it except that the 2TB size offers plenty of space and speed to play any game you could imagine. Samsung offers great software that you can download to help setup and manage the drive as well. It does not come with any huge heat syncs which allows it to fit into practically any M.2 slot. I would highly recommend this drive to anyone looking for more storage and speed for their gaming setup. This drive would also be a great option for anyone who does a lot of photo or video editing.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
Capture HD photos and videos at night or during the day with Rexing Woodlens H1 Blackhawk trail camera. Less than 0.2s ultra-fast trigger is paired with an LED flash for split-second shooting when motion is detected, while a 2.4" built-in LCD screen lets you preview and navigate through photos and videos. The Rexing Woodlens H1 Blackhawk trail camera features password protection to guard against unwanted access.
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Trail Camera
on June 11, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
I myself have never owned a trail camera. But many of the people I have hunted with have them so I have a general understanding. This camera has an easy setup. Just like many other trail cameras it takes 8 AA batteries, so I would suggest possibly getting rechargeables. The menu and settings are pretty simple to navigate and get started. It has multiple options for mounting. it comes with an included strap that can be used to wrap it around a tree. I like that it include a regular tripod adapter which means mounting options are limitless. One of the best features of this camera is that it has super fast motion detection. This is great for when trying to capture fast moving Animals. Although I believe this camera is best suited as a game camera it could easily be used for security purposed as well. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for an affordable, high quality, easy to use trail camera.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
This is not a laptop. It’s so much more. Meet Combo Touch, the keyboard case with trackpad that enables new levels of versatility with iPad Pro. Navigate and work in apps like never before with a new click-anywhere trackpad — our largest ever* — that gives you more space and allows for Multi-Touch trackpad gestures. SMART CONNECTOR technology helps to deliver an incredibly responsive trackpad experience and also makes powering and pairing the keyboard instant. Type comfortably for hours with laptop-like backlit keys that automatically adjust to your environment. You can always see what you're typing thanks to 16 levels of brightness. Enjoy convenient access to volume controls and more with a full row of iPadOS shortcut keys. The iPad Pro meets its aesthetic match with a slim, sleek design — the thinnest keyboard case we've ever designed with a trackpad.* The elegant woven outer fabric feels as great as it looks and the case is molded to fit your iPad Pro, protecting the front, back, and corners from scrapes and bumps. Your iPad Pro is held securely in place so you can have peace of mind that it won’t slip out and focus on what matters most — getting things done. *Compared to Logitech keyboard cases with trackpad released in 2020.
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Alternative to IPad Keyboard Case
on May 26, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
Logitech is known for its high quality keyboards, mouses and cases. I would like to start off by discussing the design of this case. One thing I did not like about some past Logitech keyboard cases I have used for iPad is how bulky they were. This is not the case with this keyboard/case. It is a very thin and light design even with the keyboard attached. If you want it to be even smaller you can simply and easily detach the keyboard. Another great feature is that you can turn the keyboard around and it magnets to the back so that it is out of the way and you have a smooth surface rather than having the keyboard facing out. The keyboard is the normal laptop size and has nice key travel. Typing on it is a breeze. The trackpad is large in size and has a great click anywhere feature. The hinge seems sturdy and allows for almost any viewing angle. It can even go all the way back to creat a great surface for drawing and using apple pencil. I will be curious how the hinge will hold up overtime but I do not have any worries about it. The case itself is very protective of the iPad and has only part of one side exposed which leaves room for the Apple Pencil to connect magnetically to the iPad. The keyboard connects through the smart connector which means it does not have a battery. Overall I do not believe there is a better keyboard case combo on the market for iPad Pro. I also love the ability to simply remove the keyboard and have a thing and light design to handhold my iPad while I’m in bed for example. I believe that anyone looking for a protective, thing and lights iPad case but would also like to be able to turn their iPad into a full fledge laptop needs to get this case.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
Designed for Xbox, the RIG Nacon Pro Compact Controller is built for competitive gamers wanting to optimize their play style. Featuring an ergonomically compact design with larger buttons, this controller is built reduce hand fatigue and allows you to play longer. Textured high grip surfaces and concave thumb sticks offer superior comfort and precise control. Achieve pro levels of customization through a dedicated App that lets you map buttons, set thumb stick sensitivity, trigger dead zones and much more. Store one custom profile or switch to classic mode which allows it to function as a standard controller. The Pro Compact Controller offers a low latency solution for gamers that improves reaction time and never runs out of battery when it matters most. A highly durable and flexible nylon, braided cable measuring 9.8FT/3M ensures that you have more than enough length to suit your gaming setup. Seamlessly unlock Dolby Atmos® for headphones the moment you plug in your controller, giving you access to precise 3D Audio (headphones required). React faster and more accurately as you are able to detect the distance and direction of your threats.
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
Decent wired controller
on May 18, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
The Nacon compact pro controller is a decent controller. To start off it is definitely compact. If you have smaller hands it is probably just the right size but personally I prefer it to be a little bigger. The part I had the most issue is gripping the controller since it was shorter than average. The overall texture and grip of the controller is great though. The feedback from the buttons is precise and feels much better than a standard controller. There are some great PRO features of this controller such as if you download the software you can remap the buttons and change the sensitivity. The only downside is that their are not any extra mappable buttons and the triggers are not physically adjustable. It has Dolby sound enabled through the headphone port on the controller which is a great feature to easily upgrade your audio. It comes with a 10 FT long cable which cannot be removed. It is a high quality chord and long enough for pretty much any set up. Overall I think this is a great controller and I would recommend anyone with smaller hands to check it out. Although it has some PRO features it is hard to classify it as a pro controller in my opinion but it is still worth it.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
 
VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Shotgun Microphone
 
  • Top 500 contributor
  • Tech Insider Network
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Perfect for Run and Gun setup
on May 6, 2021
Posted by: dlowen
from Tacoma, Wa
Shotgun microphones are popular microphones used when you want a small and lightweight setup for run and gun video. There are a couple things that make this microphone stand out from the rest. The first is size. It seems to be just the right size and weight to work on any camera and not add much extra weight or get in the way. I was even able to use this microphone on a GoPro Hero 9 with media mod and it did not get in the way of the video. The next thing I liked about this Shure mic is that it is powered by a single AA battery. There is nothing like shooting video and running out of battery in your Microphone. I am not sure how long the battery will last but either way if you keep a few extras you should be fine. It powers on via a switch on the Back and this could be the only downside is that there is no auto on/off so if you leave it on you could drain the battery. Or forget to turn it on before shooting and have no audio. Overall it has a simple design with only a power button and a switch for +20, 0, and -10 db. The Rycote mounting system is great so that it can freely move around without noise getting into your video. The only downside is that my Mic is slightly off to the side and it appears the Rycote system was compressed in packaging (picture below). It is only slightly deformed and does not change how it functions so I think it is alright. The last thing I will mention is the sound quality. I tested it on multiple cameras and the sound quality is much better than any built in microphone. I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants to up the audio in their videos and make professional quality videos. Having great audio can make or break if people want to watch a video.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
User submitted photo
User submitted photo
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
 
<< 1 ... 5 6 7 8 9 ... 19 >>
 
dlowen's Review Comments
 
dlowen has not submitted comments on any reviews.
 
dlowen's Questions
 
dlowen has not submitted any questions.
 
dlowen's Answers
<< 1 2 3 >>
 
Make the most of every day with the sleek style, performance, and all-day battery life² you need in the lightest Surface Laptop, all at an exceptional value. Ultra-light and portable profile, the apps* you use every day, premium materials, and a choice of must-have colors will make this your go-to laptop. ²Up to 13 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testing conducted by Microsoft in September 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Laptop Go Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing 8 popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity test utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.
 

What version of Windows does Surface Laptop Go ship with?

Windows 10 Home in S Mode
3 years, 7 months ago
by
dlowen
 
Make the most of every day with the sleek style, performance, and all-day battery life² you need in the lightest Surface Laptop, all at an exceptional value. Ultra-light and portable profile, the apps* you use every day, premium materials, and a choice of must-have colors will make this your go-to laptop. ²Up to 13 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testing conducted by Microsoft in September 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Laptop Go Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing 8 popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity test utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.
 

Can customers switch out of S mode on Surface Laptop Go?

Yes you can you just cannot switch back
3 years, 7 months ago
by
dlowen
 
Make the most of every day with the sleek style, performance, and all-day battery life² you need in the lightest Surface Laptop, all at an exceptional value. Ultra-light and portable profile, the apps* you use every day, premium materials, and a choice of must-have colors will make this your go-to laptop. ²Up to 13 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testing conducted by Microsoft in September 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Laptop Go Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing 8 popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity test utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.
 

What is Windows 10 in S mode?

S mode is a mode that only allows you to download programs from the Microsoft store. However, many commonly used programs can be downloaded. You can also switch out of S Mode into the regular windows 10 Home with no limitations.
3 years, 7 months ago
by
dlowen
 
Make the most of every day with the sleek style, performance, and all-day battery life² you need in the lightest Surface Laptop, all at an exceptional value. Ultra-light and portable profile, the apps* you use every day, premium materials, and a choice of must-have colors will make this your go-to laptop. ²Up to 13 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testing conducted by Microsoft in September 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Laptop Go Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing 8 popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity test utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.
 

Is the keyboard backlit??

Unfortunately they are not backlit
3 years, 7 months ago
by
dlowen
 
Make the most of every day with the sleek style, performance, and all-day battery life² you need in the lightest Surface Laptop, all at an exceptional value. Ultra-light and portable profile, the apps* you use every day, premium materials, and a choice of must-have colors will make this your go-to laptop. ²Up to 13 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testing conducted by Microsoft in September 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Laptop Go Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing 8 popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity test utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.
 

Does this laptop have an hdmi port?

It does not have an HDMI port however they do make adapter from HDMI to USB-C
3 years, 7 months ago
by
dlowen
 
Get more out of your Mac and iPad with MX Master 3 for Mac – optimized for macOS, and iPad compatible. Finished in Space Gray, MX Master 3 for Mac is our fastest, most precise, and most comfortable experience yet. MagSpeed scrolling is our quietest, and most addictive scroll wheel ever. Button customizations speed up your macOS and iPadOS workflows, and a 4000 DPI sensor means you can track virtually anywhere – even on glass. You’ll get the advanced functionality of MX Master 3 for Mac, while keeping the macOS gestures you love. And Flow allows you to work across multiple Mac computers – transferring files, images, and folders in one fluid workflow. Ready for video calls - predefined settings for Microsoft Teams and Zoom let you instantly mute and Start/Stop your video call. Requires Logitech Options software, available for macOS and Windows.
 

Can you easily switch between connected bluetooth devices like you can for the MX Keys keyboard?

Yes you can and it is one of the best features.
3 years, 11 months ago
by
dlowen
 
Experience crystal-clear sound quality with this Sony 3.1 Ch. Atmos sound bar. Vertical sound engine technology creates cinematic audio that seriously enhances your listening experience. Enjoy smartphone and iPad streaming with voice-activated Bluetooth technology. This Sony 3.1 Ch. Atmos sound bar is easy to connect and features an adjustable 7.12-channel entertainment mode for enhanced listening.
 

This only has 1 hdmi input? So I can’t hook up my Apple TV n my PlayStation thru the sound bar? Or does it just pay to go with HTZ9F

As long as the Sound Bar is plugged into the ARC HDMI on your TV you can plug all your devices into your TV and they will still use the sound bar. I have PS4, XBOX, Apple TV, and Nintendo all plugged into TV and my sound bar plugged into the HDMI that say ARC and all devices play through sound bar. Hope this helps
4 years, 1 month ago
by
dlowen
 
Listen to tunes in peace with these Sony headphones. Their noise-canceling processor blocks out background noise so you can fully enjoy your playlist, and the Smart Listening feature adjusts noise-canceling levels based on your activity. Quickly charge these Sony headphones in only 10 minutes to provide 30 hours of battery life. Industry Leading Noise Cancellation. *As of August 30, 2018. According to research by Sony Corporation measured using JEITA-compliant guidelines. In headband-style of wireless noise-canceling headphones market.
 

Is there latency when watching videos?

Not that is noticeable if any at all.
5 years, 9 months ago
by
dlowen
 
Listen to tunes in peace with these Sony headphones. Their noise-canceling processor blocks out background noise so you can fully enjoy your playlist, and the Smart Listening feature adjusts noise-canceling levels based on your activity. Quickly charge these Sony headphones in only 10 minutes to provide 30 hours of battery life. Industry Leading Noise Cancellation. *As of August 30, 2018. According to research by Sony Corporation measured using JEITA-compliant guidelines. In headband-style of wireless noise-canceling headphones market.
 

Where can I go to try these headphones on. I don’t want to pay 350$ for something that doesn’t fit or for something that may not be worth my money.

You can try them out at your local Best buy store.
5 years, 9 months ago
by
dlowen
 
Work and play on this 13-inch convertible HP Envy notebook. It has a 360-degree hinge that takes it from laptop to tablet in moments, and 8GB of memory and an AMD Ryzen 5 processor keep it functioning smoothly. Corning Gorilla Glass ensures the screen of this HP Envy notebook remains free from scratches and dings.Learn more.
 

Can the storage be upgraded on this laptop? If so, is it difficult to do?

The panel on the bottom requires a special tool and it uses a proprietary drive. Upgrading the storage would be extremely hard if possible at all.
5 years, 10 months ago
by
dlowen