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Hear lifelike sound details in your Xbox One games with this Turtle Beach Elite gaming combo. The Elite Pro 2 headset has 50mm custom-tuned Nanoclear drivers for an immersive experience and Aerofit ear cushions for ergonomic comfort. Customize your headset’s sonic performance via the SuperAmp controller of this Turtle Beach Elite gaming combo.
 
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Comfortable, great sound, great recording
on March 21, 2019
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
These headphones will definitely stand up to hours of gaming without making your glasses hurt around your ears or just make you want to "take a break" from them. Additionally the sound is awesome and the recording from the mic is dang near professional quality! The separate driver is hooked up via USB *mini* which was a little odd, but it came with the cable so no big deal there. It does *require* the occupation of one USB port so just be cognizant of that when you purchase.
They worked perfectly as a headset for my Surface Studio when plugged in to the provided driver as well as when plugged in to an Xbox controller paired to the Studio.
My only wish is that they would be noise-cancelling for this price; hence 4 vs 5 stars
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Remove body hair efficiently with this all-in-one Philips Norelco Bodygroom body shaver. It comes with an extra-long back attachment for full-body shaving, and its grooming guards come in three sizes for versatile styling. This rechargeable Philips Norelco Bodygroom body shaver is hypoallergenic and has rounded tips for safe, comfortable use.
 
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Great shaver but 2 blades gets a little sketchy
on August 27, 2018
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
Shaver performs well both dry and wet (in shower). The extension handle is a little gimmicky but I imagine it would work well for taller folks (I haven't had much cause to use it).
Aside from the typical shave screen (for closeness) it also has *two* shave blade ends (reciprocating blades) which can get a little scary depending on where you're trying to shave. Their thinking is to go both forward and backward instead of one-way when shaving. The guides also reflect this ability but I found they had too much friction and I was left "skidding" when trying to slide them.
Overall the ability to shave both wet/dry is definitely a plus, and the closeness is decent.
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Tell Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to turn on the lights with this 3-way control TP Link smart light switch kit. It has Wi-Fi connectivity and includes two switches to control a single unit in a stairway or other location. This TP Link smart light switch kit works with the Kasa app for remote control.
 
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Great if you're already in TP-Link land
on June 1, 2018
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
Otherwise it just adds yet another app to your smartphone in order to use them. There's no SmartThings integration either.
Overall they were easy to install & use and work great, just am hating this lack of a "standard way" to do all things home automation and having to install app after app after app for those that don't support SmartThings
My Best Buy number: 0034141229
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Only at Best BuyEnter the RPG arena with this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. It has 1TB of storage, and its NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card loads dynamic in-game visuals and Full HD movies smoothly. The quad-core Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of DDR4 RAM let this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop perform efficiently.
 
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Ok
on May 3, 2018
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
The laptop is hefty, for sure, but whatever performance it might give you is bogged down by the crapware you're used to from Acer by now (see photo for what Start Menu looks like immediately after unboxing).
NitroSense software comes pre-installed, but after a wipe of the machine (to alleviate the crapware problem) I found there's no place to re-download it. Awesome.
Outside the software experience, the hardware is good. It's only got an i5 but the extra graphics card helps out nicely. The screen is awesome and delivers black blacks and vibrant colors. In addition, USB-C, full HDMI, and built-in ethernet are all welcome additions to your typical laptop form factor.
Battery life on a full charge with no gaming usage is routinely around the 2-hour mark.
My Best Buy number: 0034141229
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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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.
 
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GENIUS
on April 12, 2018
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
NOTE: This mousepad doesn't charge over its entire surface; only on the designated charging spot in the upper-right corner of the pad.
The LED tells you when it's lined up, but some haptic feedback in the pad itself would be more evident & immediate.
Weird & inconvenient it takes up *two* USB ports on my PC. Appreciate that it has a passthrough on the pad itself to help out w/ that problem, though.
The added Qi charging dongle is awesome; now any usb, usb-c, or lightning device I have can be charged via the Qi spot on the pad!
Huge mousepad; don't have to worry about going off the edges or lifting & repositioning like on classic pads
My Best Buy number: 0034141229
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Upgrade PC game performance with this Corsair gaming mouse. Its 1 ms 2.4GHz wireless technology is low latency to provide the edge in eSports competitions, and the nine programmable buttons enable custom configurations. This Corsair gaming mouse has a contoured shape and interchangeable side grips to provide the user with a tailored fit.
 
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Great mouse overall
on April 12, 2018
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
No easy access to software download for configuration; had to web search then go to corsair's site. Would've been nice to have a shortlink right in the manual to type in & download, or better yet, Windows 10 driver detection pull it down and go. After downloading the software, realized you can't customize the mouse's buttons unless you connect *and use* it via USB or 2.4Ghz dongle; bluetooth mode didn't show the mouse as something that could be customized.
Very high sensitivity for typical (non-gaming) usage - took some getting used to
Qi charging is genius; esp when paired w/ the MM1000 mousepad. It's also nice to have the battery level of the mouse as something that can be displayed in the system tray.
Mouse feels good in hand; like a typical mouse. I use it 8hr/day with no fatigue.
My Best Buy number: 0034141229
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy your favorite songs with this Bluetooth Sony speaker. Its multicolored line lights and flashing strobe turn any gathering into a party, and the 12 hours battery keeps the music playing all night long. This portable Sony speaker is resistant to water, dust and rust, so you can supply the tunes for any adventure.
 
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Good speaker, with gimmicks
on April 10, 2018
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
At the end of the day this is as good as any speaker its size. The gimmick of "party mode" and the "lights that beat to the music" are just that. The lights don't sense a true music beat so they're barely purposeful.
I didn't get a chance to play with the 'party mode' as I only have one, but fail to see a real use case for this - you're going to have 20 friends all with this same exact speaker gather together? Chances are slim.
Pairing was easy, battery life also good.
My Best Buy number: 0034141229
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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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.
 
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Great little projector
on March 19, 2018
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
Our first projector, and something we've been wanting to pull the trigger on. For the price, I think it does a great job. I love that it has a USB port on the back of it because I can now plug my Roku Streaming Stick in and have it all right there, just one power cord going to the projector and I'm done.
Do pay attention to its resolution, friends. It's not even 480p. But I'll tell you that hasn't mattered to me in the least. My family loves the projector and I don't mind the lacking quality one bit.
As far as sound quality goes, it's about what you'd expect from a a speaker of this size. Very tinny, sometimes clipping if you have a show on that has loud sounds/dialog.The options for external sound are limited, just RCA jacks for L/R audio. I wish it had the ability to even pair to a bluetooth speaker - that would have been great. My plan for now is to use Roku's private streaming via its app to pipe the sound to my phone, then to a bluetooth speaker paired to the phone. Should work! :)
My Best Buy number: 0034141229
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Make your smart home digitally secure with this Bitdefender BOX 2 cybersecurity hub. It protects your connected home and your family from hackers and privacy intruders. You get complete, multilayered cybersecurity for an unlimited number of internet-connected devices. Bitdefender BOX 2 is 100 percent compatible with your home network and lets you control all your connected devices from a single app.
 
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A $99/yr security blanket
on March 9, 2018
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
At face value, the BOX 2 seems like a great idea. Use a dedicated * appliance * to safeguard your family and devices from malware, viruses, inappropriate websites, and hacking.
Execution, however, lacks greatly.
I had difficulties setting up the BOX initially due to, what I presume, was an error in their Android app. I called support immediately and they couldn't get me around it either. During the initial setup, I 'X'd out of the wizard as I was on the phone w/ them, and the rep couldn't tell me how to get back in to it. "Clear data and try again" they said. I found out later through my own experimentation there's an option buried in the settings to re-launch the BOX setup wizard.
When they couldn't get me running, they simply told me to try an iOS device. Luckily my wife has one, or what would've been the choice??
The app experience, specifically logging in, differs on these platforms which further complicated matters. On Android I was able to login/create an account w/ my Microsoft Account credentials. On iOS this wasn't an option.
On to the actual usage.
Before the BOX, I had a Netgear Orbi 2-unit setup to blanket my house in solid wifi coverage no matter where you were. My internet connection is fiber, so the Orbi acts as my modem and my router by simply logging in as a PPPoE connection. None of the BOX's setup instructions addressed this scenario, other than telling me I should plug the box in to my Orbi, clone the network, and shut off my Orbi's wifi - a non-starter of a solution.
No matter, after some playing around on the BOX mobile app (the * only * way to configure the unit) I discovered you can give the BOX the PPPoE credentials and it, too, can act as the modem & router for your network. I coupled this with the "passthrough" ethernet ports on the BOX to devise a setup where I can still use my Orbi's mesh wifi coverage, but at least get some network protection from BOX. Said another way, my box now sits *between* my Orbi and the outside world, and I don't use its wifi access point for anything. This is another sticking point; you can't shut off the BOX's SSID broadcast - seems a silly oversight for something that's supposed to be a security appliance.
So, in my setup I have [world] - BOX - Orbi - [my devices] in order to still benefit from the mesh wifi coverage the Orbi provides (and I require) while still gating my network from outside attackers (I hope?). My fear here is that should somebody get in to my Orbi's wifi network, it'd be "behind" the BOX and therefore unprotected; this is, I guess, why they say you want the BOX to be your new wifi AP - but that just isn't an option for me.
After some more research and sleuthing the forums I found I had to turn my Orbi in to AP mode instead of Router mode. This gave me the coverage of the Orbi, but a direct line to the BOX; exactly what I needed. The downside? I lost the Circle parental controls of the Orbi and since the BOX doesn't have VPN capabilities (another odd thing for a security appliance to be missing) I can't use my VPN service to protect all my internet traffic anymore either.
On top of this, I've got no experience with BitDefender and was surprised when I went in to my account after setting up the BOX to discover "Subscription: Active | 365 days" next to the BOX unit in my profile. It’s not clear to me that I have to pay for this year after year and, if so, I won't be keeping it. In my opinion the only reason I spent hundreds of dollars on a security appliance is to avoid ongoing subscription fees. Otherwise it should just be offered like an ISP modem rental. Moreover, online chat support couldn't even directly answer this question - they had to ask me to fill out a form they could send over to the BOX support people who would "get back to me". Just more wastes of my time. 3 days later I received the reply that indeed, BOX only works as long as you pay a $100 yearly subscription fee. I won't be renewing. Especially since Netgear is said to be upgrading their Orbi offering w/ built-in BitDefender security in the near future for only $70/yr.
With respect to its performance, after a week protecting my home network it shows having blocked only 1 "phishing" attempt. In order to see the details of this attempt, I had to log in to BitDefender Central, look at the Notifications area, and the only details I got were "url: <url here>, type: phishing".
Bottom line: It's a nice security blanket but is more of a black BOX than something you can really prove is worth the $99/yr subscription. Customer support was woefully inept in the two interactions I had with them within 24 hours of receiving my device.
My Best Buy number: 0034141229
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Brighten your day and night with this Philips Being Hue ceiling light. The dimming function lets you set an ambience for different moods, and it works with the Philips Hue dimmer switch and mobile app for versatile control. The ZigBee technology of this 32W Philips Being Hue ceiling lamp provides smooth, efficient interoperability with multiple Hue lighting units.
 
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Know what you're buying in to
on December 11, 2017
Posted by: bc3tech
from Seattle, WA
To do anything useful, this light requires a Philip Hue Bridge. Not a big deal if you've already committed to Philips' ecosystem, but I have not (yet) so I wasn't willing to install & try it out, unfortunately.
But, from the packaging and installation instructions I can certainly help! This light is 13" in diameter and 2" tall in case you're looking for it to fit a particular spot. In addition to it tying to a Hue Bridge, it's also intended to be hard-wired to a light fixture (not to be used as a lamp, "stick up anywhere", or other type of light).
It also, by the pictures & description, can't do *any* color you want, but rather only shades of natural light (eg: 'cool blue' to 'relaxing orange' etc)
My Best Buy number: 0034141229
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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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 54 out of 5
Great 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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It’s easy to transform your home into a safe haven with SimpliSafe’s award-winning security system. Everything is simple to set up, effortless to use, and designed to do one thing only: keep your home and family safe. Outdoor security cameras let you see everything happening in full HD. So you can spot trouble before it comes knocking and capture the evidence if it does. And if someone tries to break in, the burglary sensors will sound the alarm right away. But that’s not all. Whenever your alarm goes off, we’ll call you and send police, firefighters, or ambulances to your door in a snap — and stay on the line with you until they arrive. So no matter where you are or what you’re doing, your home is protected 24/7.
 

I already have a full simplisafe system. Can I purchase this set for the additional parts?

Yes
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It’s easy to transform your home into a safe haven with SimpliSafe’s award-winning security system. Everything is simple to set up, effortless to use, and designed to do one thing only: keep your home and family safe. Outdoor security cameras let you see everything happening in full HD. So you can spot trouble before it comes knocking and capture the evidence if it does. And if someone tries to break in, the burglary sensors will sound the alarm right away. But that’s not all. Whenever your alarm goes off, we’ll call you and send police, firefighters, or ambulances to your door in a snap — and stay on the line with you until they arrive. So no matter where you are or what you’re doing, your home is protected 24/7.
 

Can additional cameras be added?

Yes
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Sleek and stylish and with plenty of “game” to tackle any task, the Predator Triton 300 SE serves up the kind of on-the-go power and performance that today’s high-energy lifestyles demand. Forged in ‘Sparkly Silver,’ the Predator Triton 300 SE gives you all the strength of a gaming laptop with a look that means business around any conference table. Fast, realistic and with AI-enhanced technology, this beast of a machine features an overclockable CPU that ensures epic streaming, photo editing and 3D rendering capabilities, while its powerful GPU revolutionizes the immersive gaming experience via high frame rates that drive incredible realism. The Predator Triton 300 SE inspires envy and brings real-time, cinematic-quality renderings that are sure to drive productivity—thanks to the NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050Ti graphics and 11th Gen Intel® Core i7 Processor inside! Get smooth gameplay at refresh rates up to 144Hz on the 14.0" FHD IPS Display — while a 3-Zone RGB backlit keyboard and stellar audio round out a gaming experience that’s second to none. All this in a super sweet design that measures a mere 0.70 inches!
 

Is this case pictured in the first image included? Also can we view this item in store even though it is not available for in store purchase?

Yes the case comes in the box
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Sleek and stylish and with plenty of “game” to tackle any task, the Predator Triton 300 SE serves up the kind of on-the-go power and performance that today’s high-energy lifestyles demand. Forged in ‘Sparkly Silver,’ the Predator Triton 300 SE gives you all the strength of a gaming laptop with a look that means business around any conference table. Fast, realistic and with AI-enhanced technology, this beast of a machine features an overclockable CPU that ensures epic streaming, photo editing and 3D rendering capabilities, while its powerful GPU revolutionizes the immersive gaming experience via high frame rates that drive incredible realism. The Predator Triton 300 SE inspires envy and brings real-time, cinematic-quality renderings that are sure to drive productivity—thanks to the NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050Ti graphics and 11th Gen Intel® Core i7 Processor inside! Get smooth gameplay at refresh rates up to 144Hz on the 14.0" FHD IPS Display — while a 3-Zone RGB backlit keyboard and stellar audio round out a gaming experience that’s second to none. All this in a super sweet design that measures a mere 0.70 inches!
 

When will this be available? Also can i add more ssd or hd? Finally how loud are the fans? Thank you

When you turn on full Turbo mode, the fans go to max as the GPU and CPU overclock. That said, they are extremely loud in this setting. With normal usage, however, they're not noticeable.
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I've seen two different responses to whether this laptop comes with Windows 10 Pro or Home. If you bought it recently, I'll appreciate a response (Windows 10 Pro or Home)

It comes with Win10 Home.
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The Shark Vertex combines incredible suction power with the convenience of a lightweight cordless stick. Featuring DuoClean PowerFins technology with two brushrolls, you get deep cleaning to pick up more in every pass* and a MultiFLEX wand for flexible reach and compact storage (*vs. original DuoClean).
 

Is there a light on this model vacuum?

yes
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SC 200D - The dash cam that can see the future. We designed the Cobra SC 200D smart dash cam to offer state-of-the-art protection against anything the road throws at you. With QHD 1600P front-view resolution and rear FHD 1080P, built-in Wi-Fi and GPS, heads-up navigation, and voice commands, you can capture everything that happens in or around your vehicle on the road or in the lot. Learn how a SC 200D dash cam can be your extra pair of eyes on the road, protecting the ones you love against life's blindspots.
 

Can the screen be locked to show the rear view? If so, will the setting stay if power to the camera is removed?

Yes the display options allow for front-only, rear-only, front/rear-inlay and rear/front-inlay
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The KitchenAid® Digital Countertop Oven with Air Fry was designed to offer endless healthy and fresh possibilities. With the No-Flip Air Fry Basket and 360° Air Fry System it's easy to make everything from french fries to delicate fish and so much more.This countertop oven fits a 9x13-inch baking pan* to easily accommodate a sheet cake, full one-pan dinner, or up to 2 full size chickens (3.4 lbs each). The same possibilities as a full size oven with quality results in a convenient countertop size. *included.
 

does it have an off timer? I don't see one in the picture

Yes every function is timed
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The KitchenAid® Digital Countertop Oven with Air Fry was designed to offer endless healthy and fresh possibilities. With the No-Flip Air Fry Basket and 360° Air Fry System it's easy to make everything from french fries to delicate fish and so much more.This countertop oven fits a 9x13-inch baking pan* to easily accommodate a sheet cake, full one-pan dinner, or up to 2 full size chickens (3.4 lbs each). The same possibilities as a full size oven with quality results in a convenient countertop size. *included.
 

Does this oven emit a lot of heat and is the exterior very hot to the touch?

The top of the unit is considered a "cooling area" and does get hot. The sides and bottom, no. The front glass, yes very hot as well.
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The KitchenAid® Digital Countertop Oven with Air Fry was designed to offer endless healthy and fresh possibilities. With the No-Flip Air Fry Basket and 360° Air Fry System it's easy to make everything from french fries to delicate fish and so much more.This countertop oven fits a 9x13-inch baking pan* to easily accommodate a sheet cake, full one-pan dinner, or up to 2 full size chickens (3.4 lbs each). The same possibilities as a full size oven with quality results in a convenient countertop size. *included.
 

What is the Power use? Wattage?

Depends on the function you're using but anywhere from 1400-1800W is what I've observed through my Sense device thus far. I've used toaster, air fryer, reheat, and conventional modes.
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