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SimpliSafe delivers advanced security solutions that put you, your home, and your safety first. With optional professional monitoring powered by Fast Protect Technology, SimpliSafe combines innovative hardware with advanced AI and real people — for 24/7 professional monitoring that delivers fast emergency response when you need it most. The award-winning SimpliSafe system is effective, intuitive, and affordable – so that home can be safe and secure for everyone. You can protect every inch of your home. SimpliSafe has sensors for every room, window and door. HD security cameras for inside and out. Smarter ways to detect motion that alert you only when a threat is real. Hazard sensors that detect floods, and other threats to your home. Powerful sirens that can help stop intruders in their tracks. And, it’s backed by optional 24/7 professional monitoring—experts who are ready to dispatch emergency help immediately. That’s the unmatched combination that separates SimpliSafe Home Security from the others. Our bundles are designed from the start to be effective yet affordable. And with no long-term contracts or hidden fees. This 9-piece bundle provides layers of whole home protection from the outside in. Outside, the Wireless Outdoor Security camera keeps watch with a 140 degree field of view, 1080p HD resolution and color night vision, and includes 2-way audio. Inside, the wired Indoor security camera lets you see what's happening with crystal clear 1080p HD video as well as a 120° field of view day and night. A smash-safe Keypad that is soft to touch, easy to use during the day and night, and is wireless. The Base Station is the brains of the system and includes a battery backup that lasts up to 24 hours and a 95 dB siren. Entry Sensors (4 total) protect your doors, windows, and cabinets. And the Motion Sensor is designed for human detection, not pet detection. Advanced security, whole home protection. There's no safe like SimpliSafe.
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3
Subscription Required to View Video Recordings
on September 12, 2023
Posted by: TheStump
Please know that this system requires a subscription to view recorded videos. There is no storage built into the base or cameras like with other brands that will allow you to view recorded video clips locally. The cheapest subscription is $10 per month and is called "Self Monitoring with Camera Recording". This allows you to view 30 days worth of recordings and does not include professional monitoring or emergency dispatch. So if you, like me, want a security system that you manage and monitor on your own, I would recommend looking elsewhere and carefully reading the product description. Better still, ask questions online, because nowhere that I could find in the product description is it mentioned that a subscription is required to view recordings.
That said, for those who are looking for a subscription based security system, setup was relatively easy and this system appears to be a quality system so far. I did have to restart the app a few times during setup when it got hung up when syncing one of the motion sensors and the outdoor camera. Camera quality is good and the app connects quickly to the cameras when motion is detected. One other issue I have had is a constant static sound or ticking in the audio feed from the cameras. I have tried resetting and relocating the cameras, and that doesn't fix the issues.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Enhance your audio with the CORSAIR HS80 MAX multiplatform gaming headset. Enjoy true audio immersion via high-fidelity 2.4GHz wireless, and activate Dolby Atmos on PC to place yourself in the middle of the game with detailed, three-dimensional sound cues. The HS80 MAX includes Bluetooth support to connect to a myriad of devices. A high-performing omni-directional microphone boasts exceptional dynamic range, so you can have a clear, commanding presence on the battlefield. Listen up to 65 hours on a single charge in cushioned comfort thanks to plush memory foam ear pads and a stress-free floating headband. Sonarworks SoundID Technology personalizes your headset’s sound to match your unique hearing profile, so you can forge your own legacy with the HS80 MAX.
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3
Sounds Amazing, Uncomfortable for Larger Heads
on August 17, 2023
Posted by: TheStump
So far with this headset, I've been impressed by the sound quality and ease of connection. The sound is fantastic and the included Dolby Atmos access is incredible and simulates sound from all around you. I can hear every detail much better than through normal speakers. The ear pieces breath really well and my ears don't get too hot during extended play sessions.
I also like the automatic mute feature when you flip up the the microphone. The battery life has been excellent so far as well. I've gone 16 hours without charging and it's still going strong.
The reason I cannot give these headphones a higher rating is there is no adjustment options to make them fit larger heads. My head IS larger than normal but it's not that huge and these barely cover my whole ear. If I could slide the ear pieces down half an inch on each side, they would be perfect. Instead, the only size adjustment is to make them fit smaller heads using the elastic padding strap. I have the adjusted strap as loose as possible and they still don't fit me. Another negative is with the strap as loose as it will go, the metal headband digs into the top of my head and is very uncomfortable unless I move the headband on the top of my head every so often.
So while the sound is great, I cannot recommend to folks with larger heads like me.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Easily shift between tasks with the new Dell Inspiron 14 3420. Multi-tasking is a breeze with the Snapdragon compute platform powering swiftly between applications, browser tabs, and tasks on this Windows 11 PC.
Posted by: TheStump
So far this little laptop has been perfect for my two children. It is the perfect size for mobility, boots up quickly and has them working quickly, and handles less demanding video games with ease.
The intention of this laptop for my family was a PC for home for my two daughters, who are middle and elementary students. The use of computers in schools is ever increasing, even at their level, and while they are provided chrome books in class, they needed something for home for projects, research, and the occasional PC game. This laptop blows the school provided chrome books out of the water. Boot up is snappy with the solid state drive. Apps run great on it. And the games we have tried run really well. This isn't a gaming rig by any means, but less demanding games run easily, and that's all they really play on this laptop anyway.
The touch screen is very responsive and is easy to use with a finger or stylus. My daughters have already figured out drawing and are having fun creating with the touchscreen.
So far the battery life is great, and it charges fast.
For mobility, ease of use, and standard software that isn't too demanding (think microsoft office, not CAD), I highly recommend this laptop.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Own your space with the K585 Slim Multi-Device – an ultra-thin and design-forward keyboard perfect for simultaneously typing your ideas on your laptop and a text on your smartphone. Type across computers, tablets, and smartphones from one keyboard for one seamless workflow — with a built-in phone cradle for easier multitasking. The compact design integrates a number pad and media shortcuts, so you can work efficiently and comfortably in tight spaces. The quiet low-profile keys offer fluid, laptop-like typing, while an auto-sleep feature preserves battery life, so you can power through your work..
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This keyboard is very easy to type with for every day office use. The keys are very quiet for those of use who can’t stand clacking keys (so this is definitely not for gamers). Easily switches between devices, from one PC to the next to my phone and back again at the push of a button. I have two laptops that I use on a regular basis; one for work and one for gaming (I use a controller to actually play the games). So this keyboard is great for multiple devices and allows less clutter on my desk.
I was worried about the size. I though it may be too compact and the keys too narrow but this is not the case. I actually appreciate how compact the keyboard is as it takes up less space than my old keyboard.
The only thing I wish this keyboard had are flip up stands so the height of the back is adjustable. I would like just a bit more height to make typing slightly more ergonomic.
I highly recommend this keyboard for anyone looking for a simple, quiet, low profile keyboard that can be used with multiple devices.
I was worried about the size. I though it may be too compact and the keys too narrow but this is not the case. I actually appreciate how compact the keyboard is as it takes up less space than my old keyboard.
The only thing I wish this keyboard had are flip up stands so the height of the back is adjustable. I would like just a bit more height to make typing slightly more ergonomic.
I highly recommend this keyboard for anyone looking for a simple, quiet, low profile keyboard that can be used with multiple devices.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With the INZONE M3 gaming monitor, react fast with super smooth 240Hz refresh rate. DisplayHDR 400 certification and over 99% coverage of the sRGB spectrum fills your games with a wide range of rich, vibrant colors for breathtaking immersive gaming. Support for Nvidia G-SYNC and HDMI 2.1 VRR compatibility virtually eliminates screen tearing for smoother gameplay. Built for next-level gaming performance, the INZONE M3 puts you a step ahead of your competitors.
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The Sony Inzone M3 is a quality monitor, don't get me wrong, but it is an HD monitor at a QHD price point. Price not considered, this is a great monitor and takes all games I've played so far to the next level in looks compared to my very old monitor and the laptop screen. I really love having a 240hz monitor. It makes a noticeable difference compared to gaming on older monitors and tvs.
It took a while to get the picture dialed in as the HDR made the everything really dark to start when playing Cyberpunk 2077 on my gaming laptop. Once I did though, the picture is fantastic. I ended up going with Game Mode 2 and adjusting from there to my preferences. The monitor gets really bright which is great for my home office/gaming room that can be bright during the day. One issue I found is every time I turn the monitor on, it switches back to Game Mode 1 which makes all text super blurry and looks awful. So I have to switch back to Game Mode 2 every time. At least the menus are very easy to navigate with the joystick on the back.
The speakers on this thing are just not good at all. I'm not even sure why Sony included speakers on a monitor to begin with. Seems like a waste of space that could've reduced materials, the thickness on the monitor, and the cost.
I've seen some rumblings about the stand being too large, but I like the looks of it and the ease of adjusting the tilt and height of the screen.
Overall I would recommend this monitor, just don't expect to use the built in speakers.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience fully immersive sound in a sleek, compact package with the Bose Smart Soundbar 600. Featuring Dolby Atmos, proprietary TrueSpace technology, and two upward-facing transducers, this TV speaker has the power to make you feel everything you play – whether you’re binging a new series, streaming this summer’s blockbuster, rocking out to your favorite artist, or playing a video game. For full immersion all the time, Bose TrueSpace technology intelligently analyzes signals other than Dolby Atmos, like stereo or 5.1, and upmixes them to create a multi-channel sound experience. The acoustic architecture of this Dolby Atmos soundbar squeezes five transducers – including two that fire upward – into a compact frame that fits perfectly under any television. With the Bose Smart TV Soundbar 600, you can stream content any way you want thanks to built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Chromecast compatibility. This Bluetooth soundbar also has Bose Voice4Video technology and Amazon Alexa built in, so you can control your soundbar, TV and cable or satellite box with just your voice. Get a captivating sound experience that goes beyond simply watching with the Bose Smart Wireless Soundbar 600.
Customer Rating
4
Great Clear Sounds. A few frustrations though
on October 29, 2022
Posted by: TheStump
First and foremost, this soundbar has solved the dialogue issues we have had in our living room. With the vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors, we have always had issues being able to dialogue clearly, especially when watching shows with fast talkers and shows/movies that don’t have the best audio balancing. We’ve tried multiple sounds bars and even had one with a separate control for voices. With this new Bose soundbar 600 we can finally hear voices and dialogue clearly, especially with the dialogue mode turned on. The sound quality does not suffer at all with this on.
Movies, shows, music, etc. all sound fantastic. At some point I may add a separate woofer as I would like a bit more boom.
It is hard to tell if the soundbar is on. I have to change the volume with the app or remote as there is not indicator light that the soundbar is actually on. Also, I have the soundbar hooked up via HDMI eARC and have trouble with lowering on the soundbar and tv at the same time. The soundbar remote will turn on the soundbar but not the tv, but will turn off the tv. So if I power up the tv and then the soundbar, the tv turns off. If I use the tv remote to turn the tv on, the soundbar won’t turn on. So I have had to use the app to make sure the soundbar is on and working. The whole thing is a bit frustrating and shouldn’t be this difficult to get everything working together.
Movies, shows, music, etc. all sound fantastic. At some point I may add a separate woofer as I would like a bit more boom.
It is hard to tell if the soundbar is on. I have to change the volume with the app or remote as there is not indicator light that the soundbar is actually on. Also, I have the soundbar hooked up via HDMI eARC and have trouble with lowering on the soundbar and tv at the same time. The soundbar remote will turn on the soundbar but not the tv, but will turn off the tv. So if I power up the tv and then the soundbar, the tv turns off. If I use the tv remote to turn the tv on, the soundbar won’t turn on. So I have had to use the app to make sure the soundbar is on and working. The whole thing is a bit frustrating and shouldn’t be this difficult to get everything working together.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Chances are you’ll run out of energy long before this powerful LG CordZero vacuum does. Kompressor technology compresses dirt and dust so you can keep cleaning instead of stopping to empty the dust bin. Two rechargeable, detachable batteries deliver up to 120 minutes of uninterrupted cleaning performance. The one-touch control makes cleaning a breeze, and a portable charging stand lets you store and charge anywhere, anytime. Even maintenance is easy, with removable, washable filters and cyclone system and ThinQ App Wi-Fi enabled monitoring.
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I expected way more from this LG stick vacuum. While it does clean up fairly well, there are several issues that keep this from being a great stick vacuum.
Positives first: it is lightweight and compact, has good suction on high, really good suction on turbo, and does a mostly good job picking up dog hair, dirt and dust on most surfaces. The charging station is awesome and dual batteries assure that I can vacuum my whole house and basement without having to recharge (about 3700 sq feet total). I like that the whole unit extends to accommodate my height but also allows easier use on stairs with the shorter length. Possibly my favorite feature is the Kompressor that allows you to compact what you pick up in the canister. This feature allows for a greater capacity as you can compress the stuff in the canister so you don’t have to empty as often.
What keeps this unit from being great are the many negatives: Low speed is mostly useless. I have to use high or turbo to pick everything up off the floor and rugs/carpet. It struggles with larger solids. I believe this is due to the suction not being strong enough. There is no light. For a model at this price point I expected a bright LED to light up the floor. Even much cheaper stick vacuums have this feature. The suction is super weak with the vacuum extended and no attachments. More attachments should be included for the price but they are only available to be purchased separately.
I would not recommend this vacuum and would suggest anyone looking for a stick vacuum to look elsewhere.
No, I would not 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 3060 laptop graphics and the latest 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor – this gaming laptop will be your guide to gaming bliss. With the 165Hz Full HD IPS panel, NVIDIA G-SYNC technology and 3ms Overdrive response time you can say farewell to blur and hello clear, crisp, high-octane gameplay. IEM Certified PC. Game like the Pros with an IEM Certified PC from Best Buy. Each IEM Certified PC comes packed with the same high-end Intel® technology your favorite athletes and teams use on the main stage during Intel® Extreme Masters tournaments.
Customer Rating
4
Great performance and gaming in a heavy machine
on August 12, 2022
Posted by: TheStump
This gaming PC is blazing fast and can handle any game I've played so far at at least high settings. It even handled playing Halo Infinite hooked up to a 4k HDR 65" tv at high settings (couldn't quite do any higher setttings on this big of a screen). I know a solid state drive is old news to most folks at this point, but after years of console gaming with extreme load times, quickly booting up a game or reloading after dying in a game is still so refreshing and keeps me engaged in games I love.
The RGB keyboard is lovely and the screen is high resolution and a perfect size for gaming on the go or in random rooms around my house. The screen is plenty bright for playing in brighter rooms, and there is little to no glare. The built in speakers are surprisingly good. Whenever I'm gaming without headphones, I can still hear sounds and dialog with no issue.
The negatives are the size of the laptop and the noise of the fan. The laptop is thick, heavy, and bulky. It seems a bit outdated in terms of size when compared to other laptops with similar specs. Thankfully I'm not going to carry this around a lot. The fan is also really loud, even louder than some consoles I've had and louder than another gaming PC from a year ago that I have with similar specs. I would say the battery life is not great, but if you're planning on long term gaming sessions, you're going to plug in anyway.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Simmons 10" Medium Memory Foam Mattress is anything but average and more like perfect - not too soft and not too firm. with a supportive base layer and a comfy cover featuring Climate Cool™ moisture wicking tech. Want more foam? Us too! Our premium gel memory foam and a motion isolation layer to help you sleep through the night – but only if you've got nothing better to do! The coolest part is that the Simmons 10"" Medium Memory Foam Mattress-In-A-Box ships wherever you want it to! Setup is a breeze, you just open the box, take it out, and unroll. By the way, your new mattress is CertiPUR-US certified. That means it meets the standards for content, emissions, and durability. And they’re made without any of the bad stuff like mercury, lead, formaldehyde, CFCs, and ozone depleters – and are certified low VOC emissions for indoor air quality. Oh and P.S. We’ve been making mattresses for 150 years, so you can trust us!
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from Georgia
We got this mattress for my 9 year old daughter. It expands quickly out of the box, has very little off-gassing (smell) compared to other memory foam mattresses, toppers, and pillows I've ordered in the past, and is comfortable to my daughter. She was able to sleep on it the day we received it. Time will tell how well the mattress holds up and how long it lasts.
While I would not normally order a mattress in a box without being able to lay on one first, for my daughter, I was willing to give this a shot and so far we have been pleasantly surprised.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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EM59 is a digital TENS/EMS unit with an innovative heat and massage function. The ultimate device for drug-free pain relief and muscle recovery. The heat function can be used alone or combined with the TENS or EMS program. Choose from one of the 44 treatment programs or customize 6 additional programs to your comfort level. TENS provides targeted pain relief by blocking pain signals sent to the brain. The EMS function can be used to tone muscles or provide a gentle massage. Heat can help relax muscles during the EMS massage or help relieve pain during TENS treatment. Features a rechargeable battery and includes 4 electrodes.
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from Bogart
So this device provides temporary relief for minor muscle aches. It feels good while it’s on but doesn’t provide any pain relief beyond that. Also the heat does not get warm enough to feel much of anything. This seems like more of a novelty to me. A percussion massager works much better at pain relief and massage.
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Keep a visual record of your visitors with this eufy Security wireless video doorbell. Advanced WDR and distortion correction technologies help ensure your 2K video recordings come out clearly, and a 180-day battery life provides long-lasting performance. This weatherproof eufy Security video doorbell offers military-grade AES-256 data encryption to protect your footage during transition and storage.
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