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- First reviewDecember 3, 2009
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- First review commentNovember 26, 2012
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Capture video while driving with this Nextbase 422GW dash camera. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity automatically sync footage to your phone for easier editing and sharing, and the 2.5-inch IPS touch screen offers intuitive control with upgraded resolution. This Nextbase 422GW dash camera with Alexa built-in uses a G-sensor and SOS response service, safeguarding your footage upon impact while alerting emergency services for safety and a prompt response.
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from Seattle, WA
The dashcam functionality is great and quality is excellent. Battery life is minimal, though, so do take note that you'll want to do the installation of the power adapter in to your car. Fortunately the 12ft cable gives you plenty of length to do a nearly-visible install. Was a cinch on my 2018 Corolla.
Parking sensing is good, but only if the power socket you've got in your car is one that's always-on, otherwise it quickly runs out of battery and won't work as a "bump" monitor.
Parking sensing is good, but only if the power socket you've got in your car is one that's always-on, otherwise it quickly runs out of battery and won't work as a "bump" monitor.
Comes with a stick-up mount and more permanent one; I opted for the permanent one and it's not wavering a bit. Great mounting option.
Does *not* come with a memory card to store footage, so be sure to purchase one!
Pairing to your phone to get full accelerometer, speed, etc embedded in to the video has been shoddy at best for me. Despite the SOS functionality saying it's paired to my phone, most of my videos lack the information. Time lapse is cool, but it's something I can see wanting to turn on/off at will and because it's buried in settings that's not really a thing you can do.
The Alexa integration is novel at best; the commands the manual showed me "Alexa, stop recording" or "Alexa, ask NextBase to transfer video to my phone" just simply don't work. Other "normal" Alexa commands (start a timer, do home automation, etc) all work as you'd expect if you had a Dot connected in your car so that's kinda neat. But to control the camera it's a non-starter.
My Corolla has quite a bit of glare on the inside of the windshield so I'd really like to see a polarized/filtered lens on these to help out with that.
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Experience an immersive acoustic performance with these Sony XB Extra Bass wireless headphones. The noise-isolating fit mutes ambient noises, while the lithium-ion battery offers up to 30 hours of playtime, keeping you entertained during long-distance travels. These Sony XB Extra Bass wireless headphones have a touch sensor for convenient control.
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
The noise cancelling on these headphones is, as you might expect from Sony, pretty darn good. The 3 different modes are a little quirky. I don't notice much difference between the multiple modes that have cancelling on. It's very nice to be able to cover just the right side with your hand and turn it all off to have a conversation, though.
In my usage of the touch panel on the right-side speaker it didn't respond well to the up/down swipes to adjust volume on the connected device. Eventually I had to swipe forward/back (skip track) to get it to start working - a bit of a bummer since vol up/down is pretty crucial.
Also noticeably absent is Cortana; therefore you don't get much Assistant benefit if you pair this with a Windows PC, unfortunately. This would've been a nice add.
The unit charges quickly - as advertised - and does have really good bass sound. I've yet to run it completely dead. It folds up nicely and fits well in its case.
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Stream audio from your TV wirelessly with this Bluetooth audio transmitter and receiver. You can stream to one Bluetooth headset or two headsets and/or Airpods simultaneously. Enjoy the freedom to walk around while listening to theTV up to 100 feet away. Receiver function allows you to bluetooth enable an audio device and stream to that device from a bluetooth phone, tablet, PC. Features include digital and analog audio inputs for compatibility with a variety of TVs and other devices, dual headphone / speaker connectivity, and Qualcomm aptX Low Latency technology for high-fidelity audio with no lip-sync delay.
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
If you're always using BT, or rarely using it, this is a good purchase. However if you sometimes want it on, other times off, this can be a bit cumbersome. It would be really useful with a remote where I could grab my headphones, flick the switch, and this would turn on and intercept my audio to my headphones when, for instance, my wife is sleeping but I still want to watch TV.
It works as advertised, but the implementation could have been a bit more robust to *really* fill the needs of what I believe most people will be wanting this for. How many people get a TV and just want to listen via BT headphones *all the time*?
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Create the ultimate home theater with this Polk Audio Denon Ultra HD AV receiver. The five 140W channels support a wide range of speakers, while the five HDMI inputs easily connect to various media devices. This Polk Audio Denon Ultra HD AV receiver upgrades picture quality and home viewing experiences with support for 4K resolution, HDR and Dolby Vision.
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
I got this to replace an 8yr old Onkyo AV receiver that had been a champ and was getting retired to a less-used room in the house. My biggest point of feedback on this Denon is that you can't rename the inputs. Meaning if you, say, have an XBox and a Nintendo, you're going to have to plug one in to the "Game" input and the other in to another input. When you switch to the other input, it'll say, for example, "CBL" if that's what you plugged the Nintendo into. This is a minor inconvenience but can also be confusing when you're trying to make sure you're on the right input for a device.
Other than this the Polk sub is noticeably smaller than the one I already had but still provides good sound. It's not a "cabinet" style sub, which I prefer the look of, but it does the job. It has stereo input via RCA, but only comes with a mono cable so that can be a bit confusing as well and makes the built-in stereo outputs for additional speakers also confusing.
The shiny black satellites and centers are pretty good looking but they are glossy. If you prefer a more matte finish this may be a minor inconvenience. When I unpacked mine, some of the black on them had rubbed off in the box but this wasn't noticeable on the speaker itself - talk about fresh paint!
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Immerse yourself in music or movies with this LG 2.1-channel soundbar. The HDMI interface permits streaming from consoles or HD devices, while the 220W subwoofer with Bass Blast brings out the best in both songs and dialogue. This LG 2.1-channel soundbar is equipped with DTS Digital Surround for a truly enveloping experience.
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from Seattle, WA
The lack of a center channel here hurts the output for this soundbar. You're back in the land of turning volume down during action sequences, up during quiet dialog, etc. It sounds great, don't get me wrong, but some volume leveling or center channel audio is *essential* when replacing your TV speakers with a soundbar and this just doesn't seem to have it.
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Experience life-like visuals when playing HD games with this 15.6-inch ASUS laptop. The AMD Ryzen 7 3750H processor and 16GB of RAM enable rapid responses, and the gamer-focused keyboard layout includes four hot keys for faster, more intuitive control. This 15.6-inch ASUS laptop is powered by an NVIDIA GeForce 1660 Ti Max-Q graphics card for high frame rates.
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
Simply put, I can't believe what they've managed to pack in to this size & form factor. The performance of this unit simply screams while the size and weight keep you in disbelief.
The singular thing that blew both myself and my wife away was when I asked her to listen to something and turned up the sound - not expecting more than the usually tinny laptop speaker we were both blown away at what we heard. "Holy crap that sounds... REALLY GOOD" - we completely lost our focus on what we were supposed to be watching and focused completely on how good the sound coming out of the unit was!
My only real gripe with this laptop is the keyboard layout. The "I"m an edgy gamer" font makes it unnecessarily hard to read and, where my hands tend to rest, I was always hitting incorrect keys when stretching with my pinky fingers.
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Clean wood floors thoroughly with this Dyson V7 Fluffy cordless vacuum. The fluffy cleanerhead has extra-soft bristles that prevent scratches, and the Dyson V7 Fluffy gives you up to 30 minutes of runtime (varies based on attachment/power mode). Includes bonus mini motorized tool for extra cleaning power on hard-to-reach areas. Cord-free, hassle-free, powerful suction.
Customer Rating
4
Quick & Easy; great to have in always-messy areas
on May 29, 2019
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
It's very quick & easy to whip out the Fluffy and take care of areas of the house that are constantly in need of cleaning (kitchen, dining area, pantry, etc).
The mounting method left a bit to be desired as they assume everybody's outlet will be below, instead of the ability to run the cord out the top - a Dremel took care of fixing this for me, carving out a nice hole in the top for me to run the charging cable. It's nice that this mount comes with the anchors & screws so you don't have to go shopping for those.
Length of time you can clean on "max suction" mode leaves a little to be desired, but with the intent of this vacuum presumably being quick jobs, it's not surprising.
The head of this unit pivots *very* easily, so much so that often my wrist gets fatigued using it for any real length of time; I find it whipping about if I'm not paying close attention to how I maneuver it. If you have arthritis or other joint issues, I can see this being bothersome.
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Keep your kids safe online with this Circle Home Plus monitoring setup. The included device uses your router to manage every device on your network, and Circle App makes it simple to limit screen time, filter content, and check browsing histories. This Circle Home Plus monitoring setup is easy to set up and lets you create custom settings for each family member.
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
Features I use:
* Filtering
* Bedtime (time windows)
* Filtering
* Bedtime (time windows)
These two things together help me to keep my kids safe online and make sure they aren't waking up early or staying up late just to play online. I also block the Echo Dots in each of their rooms at bedtime so they're not up all night playing music, etc. This all helps to build good habits and keep "tech addiction" in check.
I haven't used the reward system in the app yet, but at a cursory glance it's too binary - simply shutting off the bedtime internet cutoff vs just extending it for a certain period of time.
Circle is nice in that it alerts you when a new device logs in to your network, helping to keep neighbors from jumping on your wifi if they happen to know your password for one reason or another. However, when it alerts you there's a new device, clicking on the notification doesn't take you to that device's properties so you can add it to a profile, pause it, etc. Additionally you can't just pause a single device; you have to add it to a profile in order to do so.
So, the device & tech are solid, but I feel the app needs additional thought/work hence no 5 stars here.
Don't forget, with this device you'll be downloading the "Circle Smart Parental Controls" app - not the "Circle with Disney" or "Circle Home" apps. This stalled me for a few days after getting this as I just couldn't get it set up with the previous app I'd used to configure Circle on my NetGear router!
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Simplify device management with this Logitech Harmony Express smart universal remote control. Amazon Alexa is built in, letting you issue voice commands to access entertainment, ask questions and a host of other features. This Logitech Harmony Express smart universal remote control lets you change TV channels, open apps on tablets and tackle numerous other tasks.
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from Seattle, WA
Been waiting forever for this! This Harmony Express fully controls my Roku Streaming Stick (2nd gen) AND my Samsung TV! The integration with Alexa is also pretty cool. It basically sets up your Roku and TV under a "Scene" in your Alexa Smart Home area. Very clever. This allows for "Turn on/off Master Bedroom", etc.
It also does quite well at launching apps on the Roku and isn't just for the "top apps" like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Video. Instead it appears to correctly voice-recognize any name you give it, but I've had some issues with channels like the Xfinity Stream Beta which don't properly launch. However I'm able to launch things like ABC, NBC, NickJr, and even DisneyNow just by saying their name.
It also does quite well at launching apps on the Roku and isn't just for the "top apps" like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Video. Instead it appears to correctly voice-recognize any name you give it, but I've had some issues with channels like the Xfinity Stream Beta which don't properly launch. However I'm able to launch things like ABC, NBC, NickJr, and even DisneyNow just by saying their name.
Additionally they correctly program the Home, Back, and "hamburger" menus to fully control the Roku exactly as you'd expect; it's everything you need!
Overall I'm really impressed with this device. I'm anxious for future improvements in voice recognition to make it 100% reliable for my Roku.
I like this so much I may get more for my other Roku-stick setups in my house - I'm curious how more than one on the same Amazon account will work, though.
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Get the party started with this Marshall Stockwell II portable Bluetooth speaker. A built-in subwoofer and powerful tweeters with Blumlein stereo sound construction get people dancing with rich multidirectional audio. This Marshall Stockwell II portable Bluetooth speaker keeps the good times rolling with up to 20 hours of use per charge.
Customer Rating
4
Great sound in a small package w/ a big battery
on April 12, 2019
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
Battery life is pretty stellar. It's also very cool that sound comes out both the front and back of the unit. As a "buyer beware" this thing charges with USB-C, not the typical USB Micro that most smartphones today still use. That said, the battery is also very big so takes a while for the first charge to fill it up. The bass + treble adjustment honestly doesn't do much; I barely noticed any difference when tweaking the knobs from lowest -> highest. But the sound that did some out was full & it could get very loud. We plan on using it when we go camping to provide some ambience at the campground while we chill around the fire! It's very portable so it's perfect for this.
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Access e-mail and share media with this HTC Windows Phone 8X cell phone that features Internet connectivity and 4G LTE speed for rapid data transfer. The 4.3" high-definition touch screen offers easy navigation and crisp images.Requires a voice plan and data package.Early termination fee of $350.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Great phone with a few quirks
By 1tsatrap
from Morehead City, NC
I bought this phone for personal use after having an Android phone for the past two years. When I came over I knew that I would have to re-purchase a lot of apps and that I was going to lose a lot of Google integration. Here are the main points I found coming over from Android to this phone:
Speed:
This thing is fast compared to the Android phone I had before and a lot of other much newer Android phones I have played with. The UI for Windows Phone 8 is smooth and responsive with no delay. Also, this thing gets 3 out of 5 bars of LTE service where my HTC Thunderbolt was only getting 1 bar out of 5 before.
This thing is fast compared to the Android phone I had before and a lot of other much newer Android phones I have played with. The UI for Windows Phone 8 is smooth and responsive with no delay. Also, this thing gets 3 out of 5 bars of LTE service where my HTC Thunderbolt was only getting 1 bar out of 5 before.
Software:
App selection in the Windows App Store is pretty good. I was surprised to see the majority of the apps I used on Android available in one form or another on the Windows phone. Unfortunately what was missing was the stuff I used the most. This phone has no voice guided navigation unless you like using VZ Navigator for $2 a month. The Nokia phones use something called Nokia HERE but there is no such app for this HTC phone. The only option is a directions list that comes up on 3/4 of the screen under a tiny map. I travel a lot so this is a deal breaker for me that I didn't realize until I had used the phone for a few days. Otherwise I just miss my Google applications (drive, voice, currents, etc.) which is something to consider for anyone thinking about switching.
App selection in the Windows App Store is pretty good. I was surprised to see the majority of the apps I used on Android available in one form or another on the Windows phone. Unfortunately what was missing was the stuff I used the most. This phone has no voice guided navigation unless you like using VZ Navigator for $2 a month. The Nokia phones use something called Nokia HERE but there is no such app for this HTC phone. The only option is a directions list that comes up on 3/4 of the screen under a tiny map. I travel a lot so this is a deal breaker for me that I didn't realize until I had used the phone for a few days. Otherwise I just miss my Google applications (drive, voice, currents, etc.) which is something to consider for anyone thinking about switching.
Look and feel:
Fantastic. This thing is built to be solid. At the bottom edge there's a slight gap between the polycarbonate and the screen where you can see light but it might just be a defect on the phone I have. My only complaint here is that the Micro USB charging slot is on the bottom of the phone which is where I usually put the weight of the phone on my pinky. If you're prone to holding and using this phone with one hand then make sure it's comfortable for you! My pinky is starting to rub raw where the polycarbonate stops and the charging port begins. This also makes it hard to charge the phone in the car right-side-up without using some kind of cradle.
Fantastic. This thing is built to be solid. At the bottom edge there's a slight gap between the polycarbonate and the screen where you can see light but it might just be a defect on the phone I have. My only complaint here is that the Micro USB charging slot is on the bottom of the phone which is where I usually put the weight of the phone on my pinky. If you're prone to holding and using this phone with one hand then make sure it's comfortable for you! My pinky is starting to rub raw where the polycarbonate stops and the charging port begins. This also makes it hard to charge the phone in the car right-side-up without using some kind of cradle.
Overall (TLDR):
Great phone with mobile OS growing pains. If it had a free navigation app that actually did turn-by-turn real time navigation then it would make a great daily driver. Know what you're getting and make sure to hold this phone before you commit to it! Also, if you have more than 14GB of music/photos and you actually want to use this phone for media then look at a different phone. 16GB of internal memory with no expandable storage and the OS takes 2GB.
Great phone with mobile OS growing pains. If it had a free navigation app that actually did turn-by-turn real time navigation then it would make a great daily driver. Know what you're getting and make sure to hold this phone before you commit to it! Also, if you have more than 14GB of music/photos and you actually want to use this phone for media then look at a different phone. 16GB of internal memory with no expandable storage and the OS takes 2GB.
bc3tech
Minneapolis, MN
turn by turn = nokia drive, no?
November 26, 2012
Doesn't Nokia Drive come on the device, and offer the Turn-by-turn nav you're wanting?
http://conversations.nokia.com/2012/06/20/nokia-drive-for-all-windows-phone-8-smartphones/
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Clean hard floors and rugs with this BISSEL CrossWave Cordless Max multisurface wet/dry vacuum. The multisurface design vacuums and washes floors simultaneously, and the powerful battery offers up to 30 minutes of use per charge. This BISSEL CrossWave Cordless Max multisurface wet/dry vacuum includes a docking station that charges the battery and automatically cleans out dirt and debris.
do it have a fond so to speak to be able to get into corners and reach for ceiling molding cleaning?
You definitely won't be reaching up in the air w/ this thing. The weight + containers of water would make it very difficult/impossible/messy.
4 years, 5 months ago
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Philips 3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine w/ LatteGo, Black
is that machine automatic?
if you mean grinds, presses, and brews in one shot - yes.
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Philips 3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine w/ LatteGo, Black
How cups of coffee can it brew at once?
One, unless you split the output of the two spouts across two containers; but I believe it's intended just to brew in to one cup. The setting to adjust the amt of coffee that comes out can be used to adjust from 1-3, but the manual doesn't state how many oz/ml this equates to. However, the "My Brew" capability lets you set the 3 setting to whatever amount you choose so, in effect, it can brew as large a cup as you can fit under the spout! Not sure how it works w/ grinding/replenishing the beans during the brew, though.
4 years, 7 months ago
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Keep an eye on your home or business day and night with Arlo Pro 3. With no wires, you can install Pro 3 in minutes and view video directly from your phone. Spot unique details with color night vision, and see more in dark areas with the integrated spotlight. The advanced lens provides superior image quality, a wider field of view, and allows you to auto track and zoom on moving objects with clarity. Receive notifications when your camera spots people, vehicles, animals, or packages, and view live video or recorded clips directly from your phone, with 3 months of included Arlo Smart.* Hear and speak to visitors clearly with two-way audio.
Does this come with free 7days of recording? Or is it like the 4k model where you have to pay for cloud after one year?
you get 7d onboard, and you can add external storage if you have a lot of devices.
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Experience an immersive acoustic performance with these Sony XB Extra Bass wireless headphones. The noise-isolating fit mutes ambient noises, while the lithium-ion battery offers up to 30 hours of playtime, keeping you entertained during long-distance travels. These Sony XB Extra Bass wireless headphones have a touch sensor for convenient control.
Are these blue tooth. Can they be used with any electronic device ( PC, TV, Cell phone).
Yes - they pair via bluetooth so any device that accepts bluetooth headphones or headsets is capable of using them.
4 years, 10 months ago
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Navigate your desktop precisely with this CORSAIR mouse pad. Its textured surface is optimized for optical and laser mice, and it uses Qi technology to wirelessly charge your mouse as you play. This black CORSAIR mouse pad has an LED charging indicator that provides instant information on battery life status.
Will this be able to fit into the K63 lapboard?
Highly doubtful, it's huge. But check the dimensions of it against your lapboard just to be sure.
6 years, 1 month ago
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Enjoy big-screen entertainment with this Epson 3LCD portable projector. All-digital HDMI connectivity lets you stream from a variety of devices, and 3,300 lumens of equal color and white brightness let you use it in almost any lighting condition. This Epson 3LCD projector lets you view images up to 25 times larger than those on a 60-inch TV.
does this device can be used outdoors?
as long as it's not raining! :)
6 years, 2 months ago
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Enjoy big-screen entertainment with this Epson 3LCD portable projector. All-digital HDMI connectivity lets you stream from a variety of devices, and 3,300 lumens of equal color and white brightness let you use it in almost any lighting condition. This Epson 3LCD projector lets you view images up to 25 times larger than those on a 60-inch TV.
does this device support sd card input
no
6 years, 2 months ago
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Enjoy big-screen entertainment with this Epson 3LCD portable projector. All-digital HDMI connectivity lets you stream from a variety of devices, and 3,300 lumens of equal color and white brightness let you use it in almost any lighting condition. This Epson 3LCD projector lets you view images up to 25 times larger than those on a 60-inch TV.
Can I use this projector for movies and video games ?
Absolutely, HDMI input is great! Quality isn't even 480p but I haven't minded one bit.
6 years, 2 months ago
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Enjoy big-screen entertainment with this Epson 3LCD portable projector. All-digital HDMI connectivity lets you stream from a variety of devices, and 3,300 lumens of equal color and white brightness let you use it in almost any lighting condition. This Epson 3LCD projector lets you view images up to 25 times larger than those on a 60-inch TV.
Is this projector High Definition? And does it have Bluetooth capabilities to hook up to a Bluetooth speaker?
No and no.
6 years, 2 months ago
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