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The Shark Air Purifier 3-in-1 uses Pure Air MicroForce to deliver fast, powerful, and quiet purification with added purified heat and purified fan modes. Clean Sense IQ senses air quality & auto-adjusts to improve and report results in real time. A HEPA filter captures 99.98% of airborne particles like allergens*, dust, and dander (based on IEST-RP-CC007.3, 0.1-0.2 microns). Cleans up to 500 square feet. *“Allergens” refers to non-living matter.
 
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Great Air Purifier
on October 5, 2022
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I would give 6 stars!
This is a terrific Air purifier. Has a nice solid weight and build. The round wireless remote sits nicely in the top and stays put magnetically. It will operate all settings with line of site. (Has to see the purifier unit to work) You can also customize the display with the remote.
3 functions allow for purified fan only, Enhanced purified air and Purified heat. Yes, you heard correctly. This unit puts out a good amount of heat. There is approximately a 25 second delay
when switching from air to heat due to heating element warming up before dispersing the warm
air.
You can change air direction to come out front or back of unit depending on the type of air you
want. There is an adjustable vent in front to direct air flow up or down.
The front display shows present air quality, room temperature and preferred/set temperature along with other customizable readings.
The panel light has 3 settings-Bright-50%-No Light. Select auto to have the purifier decide on
what settings are needed to purify air.
I found the lowest fan setting is Wisper quiet. The fan overall has a very solid smooth sound so
even on higher speeds does not bother me at all.
3 different PM readouts indicates types of impurities that it is filtering.
This purifier is feature rich and flexible which also includes oscillation mode to help circulate the
air.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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CoreCam Security Camera offers easy-to-install, completely wireless security. Featuring stunning 1080p Full HD vide in a modern design, it’s the perfect solution offering smart, convenient, and affordable surveillance. Best of all, CoreCam’s rechargeable lithium batteries are long-lasting. On a full charge enjoy up to 3 months of recordings (based on average usage; 20 x 15 second clips per day), so you can set and forget. Secure it with the screw-in mount to watch over any area from any angle. Mount the camera indoors or outdoors as the weatherproof design is built to withstand rain, snow and heat. CoreCam can even see in the dark up to 26ft (8m), with powerful infrared night vision that kicks in automatically! Sleep comfortably knowing the CoreCam Security Camera is looking out for you. Have a presence at your home with 2-way audio, giving you peace of mind while you’re away. You can check in on loved ones in need of care, communicate with delivery people remotely, even scare off intruders from your phone. Equipped with Swann’s True Detect, warm objects such as people, cars, and large animals trigger video recording and push notifications straight to you. Use voice commands via Alexa and Hey Google to see what’s happening hands-free! CoreCam has free storage allowing you to store thousands of clips onto the included 32GB Micro SD card, with greater storage available in Secure+ Member Plans. Expand your security by adding more Wi-Fi cameras and multi-camera Swann surveillance systems - and manage them all using the Swann Security App! Secure to the core with long battery life for extra convenience, let the CoreCam Security Camera look out for your family and property. It’s security made smarter, from Swann.
 
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Not What I had hoped For
on September 29, 2022
Posted by: billr920
I will start with the positive! Nice solid design has a good weight to it and the mount works well.
Battery was nearly charged up when I received it.
Has terrific wide viewing angle compared to other camera brands that I have used. Package
includes security stickers if you want to advertise to protentional intruders. The app allows
for full view on your device being it a phone or tablet. I have another brand that will not allow
full view. I have the camera set to Max video quality for a few days now and battery shows
95% so, not enough time to determine longevity. Can easily take snap shots or video and play back. Can select all history to delete at once. The camera has stayed faithful to my network,
does not disconnect. Two-way conversation is good. Alarm and other features work.
Ok, Things I don't like! Initial set up was touchy. Had everything right next to WiFi router and
app could not locate or connect. Found and connected on the third attempt, but, had no screen
after set up. Messed around with it and finally came to life and then performed update automatically.
Not convinced that I'm getting the best operation. Zoom is terrible. Close zoom range is great, but image is unreadable as you can see in my pic of a street sign. Getting alerts, but always takes approx 10 seconds to see the result.
If your looking for a wifi only solution for basic capture, this will fit the need, just don't expect beyond basic operation.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Your new countertop convenience, this Bella Pro Series 4.2-qt. Digital Air Fryer will have you whipping up healthy versions of your favorites in no time (less oil, less fat). Enjoy features like circular heat technology, user-friendly touchscreen controls, and a stylish stainless steel design—you’ll love having it in your kitchen.
 
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Bella Pro Quality
on September 5, 2022
Posted by: billr920
Impressive looking appliance. Solid build. Good looking display and is well organized.
Has a quiet operation. Easy to use. 8 Cooking options. Real easy to clean with a
antistick finish causing food to slide out of the pan.
Made chicken nuggets, reheated pizza, cooked broccoli, made 2 tenderloin steaks so far.
The steaks were a bit tricky but they were 1.5" thick so had to cook approx 15 minutes and
still came out very rare. Will have to maybe use a different option. I went slightly beyond the suggested 6 nuggets at 350 degrees and still cooked up good. I think over time you can
get accustomed to much you can place on the tray and still have a good result.
Using this air frier has definitely caused me to ignore a regular fry pan. This frier has a nice
solid weight and feels like a quality product.
The best part is the food comes out hot and taste's great. There are predetermined temps
for each preset option or you can adjust as needed. Max temp is 400. Max minutes are
60.
So glad I have this now for great tasing food, quick and easy. Super easy to clean up!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Stay on track, on time, and in style with Galaxy Watch5¹. Ready to get a better understanding of your wellness? Galaxy Watch5 features body composition analysis², improved sensors that get an accurate read on your heart rate³ and Advanced Sleep Coaching¹ that helps you get your zzzs . Whether you’re getting your steps in, jogging at lunchtime or crushing yoga class on the weekend, strut your fashion sense with Watch bands and faces that match your awesome outfit. Stay powered up on the go throughout even your busiest day with an improved battery that gives you time to do it all. Worry less and do more and with a Sapphire Crystal Glass that’s more durable than before and a water resistant design that can take a splash⁴ or two. Go ahead, unleash the best you with Galaxy Watch5.
 
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Finally, a watch that I can enjoy!
on August 30, 2022
Posted by: billr920
I have not worn a watch for several years. After seeing the new Samsung
Galaxy watch 5, I was intrigued. Have been using a few days now and have not
had any issues. Maybe just one issue. I tried adding the Samsung email app and
found it was not compatible with the watch, but it does work on my phone.
I have this paired to my Samsung Galaxy S20+. It connected good to the phone
and does not loose a connection, in fact it even stays connected when I am a
Room away from the phone.
The watch has good response to touch, sometimes too good and I have to
adapt to just how easy and fast it is to scroll through screens. A minor learning
curve. Screen gets very bright when adjusted to max brightness.
Feels great on my wrist, very comfortable and light weight and maybe that is
why I stopped wearing watches (Old style) but I am really enjoying this watch.
It is very stylish and makes a bold statement of luxury.
Battery life so far has lasted 2 days when left on continually with moderate use.
Very good considering I do use all the health apps including sleep monitoring.
It monitors O2, snoring events, heart rate and such. Tracks my steps better
because I don’t always walk around with my phone. There is a full spectrum
of ways the watch helps you with monitoring, recording and making health
Suggestions.
With 16GB Memory and 1.5GB Ram seems to be a perfect combination for
my needs. Right now I have about 40 apps on the watch.
Also the watch does charge up quite fast. Really like the included Wireless
Magnetic charger.
The best part for me is the phone notifications on my watch and the ability
to respond to emails and phone calls and text’s. No longer digging my phone
out of my pocket. Media control is cool as well. There are already bezels and
screen protectors on the market which I have installed and considering other
colors for the bands.
This is Great tech at a reasonable price.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Suit up, strap in – and let Helios pave the way. Equipped with superior cooling technology and a trove of performance like NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti laptop graphics and the latest 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor – this gaming laptop will be your guide to gaming bliss. With the 240Hz QHD IPS panel, NVIDIA G-SYNC technology and 3ms Overdrive response time you can say farewell to blur and hello clear, crisp, high-octane gameplay.
 
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Outstanding Machine
on August 11, 2022
Posted by: billr920
I decided to get into gaming a few months ago after my Son
Introduced me to gaming. I was using a basic I7 laptop and
was experiencing a lot of lag/delays/freezes. You name it.
He had a gaming PC and of course it worked like a charm. I
was able to obtain this new Acer Predator Helios PC and
what a huge difference! I loaded in Call of War and a few
other games and WoW. No lag, immediate responses. PvP
and PvE very good. Love the Keyboard for Mashing and
happy to see it has a 10 key. Now, the funny part is I did
not realize I was only using the on-board graphics. After
checking the Nvidia card set up, I activated it. Then I was
having issues. The lap top had delays and slow load times.
Checked and found card set to dedicated. I set it to Auto and
was back to great operation again. Maybe needing a update
for the Nvidia or the LT.
Awesome Specs:
Fantastic RGB Keyboard with 10 key. Bright vivid colors.
QHD LED 2560 X 1440 resolution with 240 HZ Refresh and
3ms OD response time.
I7 12700h 2.3 GHz (14 Cores) More than enough.
Turbo mode available when plugged into power.
Powerful cooling system 5th Gen AeroBlade™ 3D Fan
technology is almost too loud with headphones off.
Introduction of liquid metal thermal grease has all the
Latest cooling technology for CPU.
Latest WiFi AX1675 and 2600 ethernet.
Still in Question:
Cannot tell for sure if there is a 2nd M.2 slot. Does not
appear to have a 2.5 tray. Memory upgrade appears to
take up to 32gb. I will open the LT at a later time if I feel
the need. But at this point, the present set up is so
powerful and no need to upgrade.
The case is a Big fingerprint magnet, but a very solid build.
Huge power adaptor so will be heavy and bulky when
transporting.
The total build is definitely for the serious gamer/power
User and gives me a new edge over other machines.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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From across the room or across the country, Sensi makes it easy for you to remotely control and schedule your home comfort - Anytime. Anywhere.
 
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Pleasantly Surprised
on August 10, 2022
Posted by: billr920
This actually works quite well. You can’t go wrong
if you follow the app walk through for installation.
The only thing I ran into was the wiring coming out
of the wall was very short. Another inch would have
helped. Connecting the thermostat to the WiFi was
a little tricky. I made 3 attempts then finally had a
connection. Once connected I was able to set up
within a minute and had operation. Keep in mind
this only works on 2.4GHz.
The display is a nice size with back light as needed.
After becoming familiar with the physical thermostat
I then continued with the app and so far all commands
are working perfectly. The main app screen shows
the current forecast for the day, current set temp and
actual temp in the house. It turns blue when
actively cooling/heating and grey when on standby. I
was able to send commands successfully from my work
place and setting the schedule is working great. Works
good with Alexa but I still prefer using the app.
Settings are plentiful!
There are Display options, System settings that
Include: Dehumidification, Temperature Limits,
Boost for Max Comfort or Max efficiency. Selections
For Heat/Cool on/off. Cycle rates for tighter or
Wider control. -+ 5 degrees Temp offset to compensate
For location of the thermostat. Humidity offset. A/C
Protection to protect equipment.
I am pleasantly surprised at how well this works,
especially since I upgraded from a manual thermostat
from the 80s to this state of the art technology. I
highly recommend getting this Emerson Sensi smart
thermostat.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Rain or shine, day or night, you can finally see it all with our Indoor/Outdoor Wired 1080p Security Camera. This versatile gadget detects and captures activity to keep your home safe from the outside and in. Designed to withstand any weather and environmental elements, yet compact enough for indoor use, it records footage and allows you to live-stream from the Kangaroo app. So whether you’re picking up the kids from school or lying on a beach, you’re never too far from home and can access clips whenever you need peace of mind. Plus, with motion and person detection, you’ll always know who’s lurking and will be immediately notified of any incidents.
 
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Good Inexpensive Solution
on July 21, 2022
Posted by: billr920
This camera is best for Live views or temporary event views
that are stored on the cloud, especially if you want “Free”
operation. You can unlock more features with a “paid”
upgraded subscription! Less than $24.00/year or more
$$$ for more features.
Initial set up was easy. Display is color and has day/night mode.
I am only able to view in portrait mode, no landscape.
I am also not able to zoom images. I could not locate a
User manual, so not sure if zoom & landscape are add-ons.
Cloud images are locked after 24 hours and are only
accessible with a subscription.
The camera will detect all motions w/out subscription, can
tweak with a subscription. The clarity is good 1080p.
Power is wired and connection is WiFi so I can view activity
from my work place with the app. Alerts are good. I have had other
WiFi cameras that constantly go off line. So far this has
provided a consistent connection. Connection is 2.4GHz only
so it is a little laggy at times. Camera is mountable.
To sum things up: Good inexpensive solution for basic
Image capturing or can upgrade for more features. The only
draw back is the 2.4GHz connection when most devices
these days are at AC/AX wifi speeds.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Optimized with technology that simplifies your life, Inspiron 2-in-1 laptops offer a range of easy-to-use features all packaged in a minimalist and modern design. See your beautiful world whenever you want with the new Inspiron 16 2-in-1. It features an FHD+ display and 16:10 aspect ratio packed into a slim 2-in-1 design. Your world is closer with powerful 12th Generation Intel Core Evo platform processors. It also has a 360 degree hinge that allows you to work in 4 different modes - laptop, tablet, tent and stand. And if that’s not all, your Inspiron features environmentally-conscious designs that complement not just your style but also your values.
 
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Has Been a Great experience so far
on June 19, 2022
Posted by: billr920
I am pleasantly surprised. Usually I always use PC’s with I7 Intel processors due to the demanding programs I use. I have to say This machine is holding its own. Here is what I like:
The Laptop deck has a very nice smooth feel, all feels like smooth glass.
The combination of grey keys with 2 backlit levels is a very nice touch
Strategically placed rubber feet for support
The 16” screen is something that I missed and is the perfect size for me.
Screen colors are perfect. Love the graphics.
The combination of the 12th Gen 10 core 1235u I5 processor, AX211 WiFi card, NVMe ssd and
Intel Iris Xe Graphics make for a perfect combination for basic computing and multitasking.
The Quad speakers are a big plus. Great sound and volume with Waves MaxxAudio Pro.
Battery Life: So far I am going on 4 hours with the first charge and still shows 52%. Playing
Videos and tasking, updating and installing programs.
Like that it has two 4.0 thunderbolt ports and two USB 3.2 A ports. Also has HDMI and full size SD.
My investigation for potential led me to believe upgrade to 32gb Ram is possible.
I think you get the idea. You can read more on the BestBuy site.
A little patience is needed when first setting up. The PC at first will seem like a doggy experience
Only because many updates will take place including a bios update. Once you get beyond that, You will happily notice the speed especially if your connecting to a wifi 6 network.
If there is anything at all that I don’t like, it would be how the SD card only goes in half way, no lock into place. Also had a bit of a problem with the fingerprint reader and Dell does have a update for that.
All in All, This is a winner for me as I have found myself gravitating to this machine just out of the
Intrigue of how well it has been working so far. I have actually enjoyed this user experience.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The HP ENVY Inspire 7255e is a premium multipurpose home printer with everything families need to learn, work, and create. Loaded with features to print high-quality photos, homework, office docs and everything else. Includes the optional HP+ Smart Printing System that keeps itself up to date and ready to print from virtually anywhere at any time—at no additional cost.
 
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HP Innovation at its best this Inspire Printer
on February 1, 2022
Posted by: billr920
from Wisconsin
This is a feature packed printer at a great price. I started with the HP Smart app to set up printer. Set up went fantastically well! The process was quick, took approximately 5 minutes.
This is a lot larger than my previous HP Envy 7100 printer. The touch screen is a perfect 2.7" Color display. Equipped with Main and Photo trays, Scan and copy docs and photos. Email ability. There is no SD card or USB port for media. Wireless connectivity AC Dual band or USB. I checked and found printer automatically connected to my 5ghz connection. My windows 10 and 11 laptops all automatically found the printer. I printed from my smartphone with no issues. I downloaded the HP app and was able to print with no issues. So far, everything has been a smooth ride.
I printed one Gloss photo just to check screen image transfer to paper and was actually pretty crisp and true to color. (See attached photo) I printed 600 dpi Color. 1200 DPI capable if desired.
ISO Speed 15ppm Black, 10ppm Color.
Multiple print sizes. The app also offers customer messages with 2 sided 4x6 printing.
Monthly duty cycle is 1000 sheets.
One of my faves with HP is their Instant Ink program. Sign up for a small monthly fee and receive all the ink you need automatically. The printer reports your ink levels so HP can send new ink before you run out. Buy this printer now and receive 6 months free Ink printing. Also roll over unused sheets. I can't think of a better way to manage ink expense. After my 6 month period ends, I will switch to my $2.99/month for all the ink I need. Thats $36.00/yr. This is of course if you only need to print 50 sheets a month. There are higher sheet capacity plans at reasonable rates. I Believe HP understands people will print more if it is affordable and I think they have developed a good system here.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Upgrade to smarter scrolling, better comfort, and more productivity with the Signature M650. The versatile mouse features an adaptive scroll SmartWheel that delivers line-by-line precision, and auto-switches to super-fast free spin mode with the flick of a finger. A choice of sizes for smaller, larger and left hands means there's a perfect fit for anyone. Seamless wireless connectivity, customizable side buttons, and a comfort shape keep you comfortably and productive hour after hour. Logitech’s SilentTouch technology delivers silent clicks to keep you focused – while the up to 24-month battery life and universal operating system compatibility ensure hassle-free performance.
 
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Everything Mouse
on January 23, 2022
Posted by: billr920
from Appleton, WI
If you are looking for innovation, look no further. This is Great!
First thing I noticed is how responsive and accurate it is. It works good with bluetooth, but, I have always preferred using the usb receiver. I do not feel bluetooth has been fully perfected in a PC yet.
Part of the Silent button touch technology also feels very fluid and smooth for a effortless feel of operation. The mouse also has nice textured sides that helps keep your fingers in place.
Functionality: You can purchase the M650L larger mouse with left or right buttons. The buttons are fully customizable with several uses such as Back, Forward, Copy, Paste and more using the options software. You can have the customs programmed to automatically Remember different Functions for different programs such as word, Internet and more. You can combine function uses using the scroll wheel with the buttons simultaneously.
This has definitely become my Go To mouse and I have used a lot of different mice over the past several years. You will not be disappointed.
To Recap:
Accurate and fast operation
Feels good in hand for long use
Super quite operation and feels effortless
Customizable Buttons that are flexible with various programs
Dual connectivity
Super long battery life for up to 2 years
I'm a fan of this Logitech mouse
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best BuyChoose this HP Spectre 13 notebook for its crisp 1080p display and 13.3-inch screen. It comes with a sixth-generation Intel processor and 8GB of onboard RAM for efficient multitasking, and its solid state drive ensure that programs load quickly. The slim design on this HP Spectre 13 notebook provide enhanced versatility.
 

What's the battery life like?

I am averaging approximately 4 hours with full screen brightness and normal surfing and document writing.
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