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- First reviewOctober 10, 2016
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Jam as you work out with these JLab Audio Epic Air wireless earbuds. Their 8mm drivers produce high-quality sound, and the built-in microphone lets you take calls hands-free and access Google Assistant or Siri. These IP55-rated JLab Audio Epic Air wireless earbuds have a six-hour battery life, and their included charging case adds 32 hours of playback.
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5
My new running buddy
on September 25, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
These earbuds are truly wireless. No more dangling wire at the back of my head. It stays in place perfectly even with me fully sweating. The case is a little big but it's still better than my wired ones that I just throw in my bag. The sound though is nothing great though. It's like any other headphone sound-- however, it does the job and keep me entertained while i'm running. The tapping the sides for "ok google" and other controls takes some getting used to. There's a certain amount of pressure that i had to get used to so I know how to control. Other factors like pairing and charging is a breeze-- just pay attention to the instructions! The charger wrapped in the case is brilliant-- i just hoped they made it USB-C vs micro USB. The charge seems to last after 3 runs-- roughly 6 hours in total; this is with me sometimes forgetting to turn it off right after a run. Overall, I like it!
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Master your domain with this Honeywell smart home security starter kit. Motion sensors facilitate automatic recording when activity is detected at your chosen point of entry, and built-in Amazon Alexa functionality ensures convenient voice controls. This Honeywell smart home security starter kit has 24-hour cloud storage so you can review footage from anywhere.
Customer Rating
4
Very versatile-- so many features in one!
on September 18, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
I have experienced multiple alarm systems, from old school ones to new ones-- this one rolls in most of the good features you find in different home security systems.
1) easy to install. plug and play, including sensors. no need for in depth technical knowledge to put this together. instructions are grandparents-safe.
2) built in camera and siren. no need for separate items. just this simple kit itself will suffice in a basic house with two entry points. the camera itself has facial recognition. camera is also clear.
3) app is simple-- you can arm and disarm through your phone and it can link your phone to the system so it can automatically arm/disarm as you enter your residential area (geofencing)
4) built in alexa - if you are an alexa fan, this one has it too- on the same device!
5) talk remotely through the device-- it acts as an intercom! i was checking out the camera as i was in the bedroom when i saw my 6-year old son wiping his dirty hands on the couch! I spoke through the camera that i caught him doing it and he hears this through the device that's 10 feet away from him.
6) voice commands - you can arm / disarm the system through the fob, a phone, or your voice!
1) easy to install. plug and play, including sensors. no need for in depth technical knowledge to put this together. instructions are grandparents-safe.
2) built in camera and siren. no need for separate items. just this simple kit itself will suffice in a basic house with two entry points. the camera itself has facial recognition. camera is also clear.
3) app is simple-- you can arm and disarm through your phone and it can link your phone to the system so it can automatically arm/disarm as you enter your residential area (geofencing)
4) built in alexa - if you are an alexa fan, this one has it too- on the same device!
5) talk remotely through the device-- it acts as an intercom! i was checking out the camera as i was in the bedroom when i saw my 6-year old son wiping his dirty hands on the couch! I spoke through the camera that i caught him doing it and he hears this through the device that's 10 feet away from him.
6) voice commands - you can arm / disarm the system through the fob, a phone, or your voice!
i could have given this 5 stars but the internal logic is still buggy (and i already reported it through honeywell support). all of these can be easily fixed through a software update-- however, right now, it still has these glitches (at time of me writing this) so just be aware to avoid frustration.
a) when i turn off the system or disarm it when i get home, i expect the motion detection to turn itself off. it does not. my phone blows up telling me that there is a person detected at home-- of course! i didn't want to turn off my notifications because those actually come in handy when im away from home (to get alerts while away from home)-- i have to manually disable motion detection after disarming or turning the security off. the app is simple but it does not have the flexiblity to customize device behavior depending on mode.
b) adding it to google home / assistant is not working. i dont think there are commands available that link it to google assistant. not sure why it is currently advertised that it can be connected to google.
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Keep your head in the game with this Logitech G Pro headset. Its leatherette ear pads isolate surrounding noises to keep you focused, and its featherlight construction minimizes pressure for longer wear. This Logitech G Pro headset's microphone has a wide frequency response and low signal-to-noise ratio for improved communication with teammates and opponents.
Customer Rating
4
Quality of chat and audio is clear!
on August 13, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
I gave it a 4 stars because the audio is nothing special. There's a lot of good headsets out there-- the quality of the output of most headsets have plateaued-- this one I can say, has nothing special in terms of quality-- I am not saying it is not good, because it is-- it's just not notable. The chat audio is clear although I cannot just slide the mouthpiece out of the way when I need to because it is the bending type. I like the mute switch on the cord though. It makes me not have to chat with my team if I don't have to. The ear cups are not as comfortable. It feels like my ears are shaking inside it-- it doesn't make it feel snug. But overall, it does the job. It looks pretty and is plug and play with everything. Yes, I tried it on my pc, my console, my tablet and phone and I deliver clear communication to whoever I am playing / speaking with.
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G305 features the next-gen HERO sensor with 12,000 DPI sensitivity and LIGHTSPEED wireless 1 ms performance. It’s long-lasting with 250 gaming hours from one AA battery (an indicator light reminds you before you need a new AA), ultra-portable with built-in nano receiver storage, lightweight weighing in at 99 grams, and ready to game with 6 programmable buttons. G305 is the LIGHTSPEED wireless mouse for all.
Customer Rating
5
no lag for a wireless gaming mouse!
on August 13, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
I was always afraid of going wireless for a gaming mouse. I know that there will always be a lag, even if it's in the nanomillimicroetcetc seconds level. This mouse however compares so well with my wired gaming mouse (yes, I am ditching my wired mouse for this). The size itself is just right. My gaming mouse which I thought was a standard was a little bigger-- this mouse is sized right (I don't have big hands). It does feel a little flimsy at first-- the make is so plasticky that it seems hollow. When I started using it though, it felt like I was just using my other wired gaming mouse but with a better handle. You can download the G software that makes me customize settings based on the game I am playing, not to mention, customizing the buttons is a breeze. Don't be fooled by the light construction of the mouse-- it is very capable!!
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G513 is a high performance RGB mechanical gaming keyboard that features advanced technologies in a modern and sleek design. G513 includes full spectrum ~16.8M color RGB per key lighting with LIGHTSYNC technology, choice of mechanical switches, and a memory foam palmrest to deliver utmost comfort. G513 is the perfect blend of performance, advanced technologies and features, and unparalleled build quality and comfort.
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
The keyboard itself is so sturdy-- a little on the heavy side, but the make of the base is so stable, it keeps the keyboard in place in times of heated battle. The clicks are very responsive (and it comes with extra keys too so I guess when you lose some, you have a replacement). But when I said solid, what I actually meant was the functionality. When you download the compatible G hub software, you can fully customize the keyboard-- from colors, and themes and effects to fully recording your keystrokes into a macro. It seems to me, the software automatically detected what games I have on my PC, so those are the profile options that I have laid out-- I just need to choose which game setting so you can easily switch after you make your customizations per game-- which are drag and drop in the software. It comes with two cords, one for the keyboard and another for a USB extension (the keyboard has a USB slot on it) so you don't have to always reach at the back of your desktop (if you have one) for an extra USB port. I like it that it's plug and play with my consoles too. I use it on the PS4 as well. I cannot promise I played better because of this keyboard, because I'm not a gaming expert--- but maybe I can do better spells or tanking cycles with the macros.
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Prepare pizza in minutes on your gas range with this BakerStone stove top pizza oven. It reaches up to 750 degrees F for restaurant-quality results, and it accommodates pizzas up to 11 inches, so you can feed several people. The double-wall ceiling of this BakerStone stove top pizza oven retains plenty of heat for precision roasting and baking.
Customer Rating
2
It's good if you do not have a home oven
on July 8, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
It's an okay product. First of all, it requires installation. It is not difficult, but it requires patience. You need to make sure that all parts align so that other subsequent parts fit perfectly. Quality of the parts and product is good. Here comes the challenge, the first time i tried it, I made pizza from those doughs in a can. Got excited, got everything together-- then the pizza launch inside was messed up. It was horrible. The pizza inside was messed up and I had to worry about all the pizza ingredients falling off etc. It was a disaster. I had to dismantle what I installed in order to clean the stove, just to give it another chance. I learned that you cannot put soft dough in there.
It will not work, unless you want to go hungry. Second time around, I bought one of those pizza crusts-- put all ingredients in and launched the pizza in. It cooked fast-- you need to make sure you watch it and spin the pizza as it said. The smoke was insane too by the way, in both my attempts even if my exhaust was on super high.
BUT, pizza result was good. Fresh pizza and cooked how I like it (since I was watching it the whole time). HOWEVER, I think I could have achieved the same in my regular oven. It would have taken longer for sure but I did not have to get the stove box ready and all that. It is definitely not for straight out beginners or non savvy people who want stone cooked pizza. It requires skills. Perhaps you can achieve the pizza you want in LESS TIME but it needs skills because you have to be careful about a lot of things-- setting up, the cooking process, being careful with the components since it is extremely hot, etc. If you have an oven at home, you can do without it. If you do not have an oven though, and you just have a stove top, you will be able to do minor oven things with it-- and cook great pizza. Again, it is not a "plug and play" product. It requires a lot of things in order to achieve good pizza. If you are up for that, then this may work for you.
It will not work, unless you want to go hungry. Second time around, I bought one of those pizza crusts-- put all ingredients in and launched the pizza in. It cooked fast-- you need to make sure you watch it and spin the pizza as it said. The smoke was insane too by the way, in both my attempts even if my exhaust was on super high.
BUT, pizza result was good. Fresh pizza and cooked how I like it (since I was watching it the whole time). HOWEVER, I think I could have achieved the same in my regular oven. It would have taken longer for sure but I did not have to get the stove box ready and all that. It is definitely not for straight out beginners or non savvy people who want stone cooked pizza. It requires skills. Perhaps you can achieve the pizza you want in LESS TIME but it needs skills because you have to be careful about a lot of things-- setting up, the cooking process, being careful with the components since it is extremely hot, etc. If you have an oven at home, you can do without it. If you do not have an oven though, and you just have a stove top, you will be able to do minor oven things with it-- and cook great pizza. Again, it is not a "plug and play" product. It requires a lot of things in order to achieve good pizza. If you are up for that, then this may work for you.
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Hear high-resolution in-game audio with this Plantronics RIG 500 PRO gaming headset. Its 50mm drivers and noise-isolating acoustic chambers provide optimal sonic performance, and the flip-to-mute microphone is simple to use. This Plantronics RIG 500 PRO gaming headset comes with a Dolby Atmos activation code for your Xbox One or Windows 10 system.
Customer Rating
4
Comfortable and takes a beating
on June 19, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Headphones quality nowadays are good, including this one. You can't go wrong. It does come with a free trial of Dolby Atmos on Windows so you can virtually experience it. I don't think though that this product will blow you away on the sound quality. I love this because of the convenience it offers. No need to adjust the headset-- just put it over your head and it adjusts to your size. the components can be dismantled-- the mouthpiece and the plugs-- that's why i thought it can take a beating-- I've pulled on the wires a couple of times and it looks sturdy. The cups are soft and plush. It does hurt a bit after wearing it for over 4 hours of playing Fortnite, but that's 4 hours! It does not feel flimsy at all; you know you are wearing a nicely made product. Overall it's a good product.
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Capture and share special moments with Google Clips. Engineered to recognize faces and expressions, this clever camera automatically takes several-second-long audio-free motion photos, leaving you free to focus on the occasion. Enhanced with Super Res mode, the Google Clips device syncs data with your phone and lets you save any frame as a high-resolution still photo.
Customer Rating
5
It's fun and entertaining
on June 19, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
First of all, to manage your expectations on this product, don't think of this device as a way to document what you really need--- it is a fun product. It simply captures clips of what the device "thinks" is record-worthy and it takes them. I placed it everywhere-- on top of the table, I clip it on my car sunvisor, I clip it to my blazer, I snap it to my child's collar, I clip it on a bag strap--- I get different results of course. The image stabilization is pretty good, it does not stress me when I look at the photos, even if it was clips from when my 5 year old was holding it. Going through the photos is a little tough because I only got 2 useful clips every 20-- and that's me forcing to like those videos. It's a little voyeur-ish, if you ask me. The various clips are very entertaining and there's some surprise videos you would want to keep. It's like a more compact handycam with ready to share videos, except that, again, you don't know what you're really getting. Again, it's just more fun so don't expect to document important things when you really need them. Battery life is a little tough-- will not last a day turned on and charging takes a long time-- I just leave it plugged in overnight.
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Enjoy an authentic sound with these Sony 1AM2 headphones. Their 40mm HD drivers provide clear, precise sound across all frequencies, and their separate left and right channels reduce crosstalk for balanced audio. These Sony 1AM2 headphones are lightweight, with pressure-relieving cushioned earpads for comfortable all-day wear.
Customer Rating
5
It makes me appreciate music to another level!
on May 17, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
So I have really good quality bluetooth headphones, I thought it will be just the same as this one, but no--- these bring the sound to a different level! I am a musician but not an audiophile; I was afraid I will not be able to really tell the difference. This is how I can describe how the sound is--- it is like playing music in a bigger studio space. If you play multiple instruments on a cramped or a smaller space, you can hear everything loud and clear-- but there is conflict in each instrument and each sound seems to compete with another. With these headphones, it is like the instruments are all placed away from each other giving each instrument a good amount of space to jump around on. It results in a clear unobstructed appreciation of each music element-- the different melodies, the beats, etc. I also noticed that the volume sensitivity on these headphones are good, meaning I don't have to blow up the source to appreciate the sounds. These are really good headphones, Just make sure you have the HQ or hi-res source to play from (youtube hi-res sound samples are the easiest accessible source) and you will know what I am talking about!
My Best Buy number: 2197905908
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Whether it's streaming music wirelessly or plugging in a microphone, keyboard or guitar, the S1 Pro Portable Bluetooth Speaker and PA System is designed to be your go-anywhere music system for nearly any occasion. With rugged, lightweight materials, the S1 Pro speaker is designed to travel. A convenient carry handle makes it easy to get to the party, and once you're there, let the S1 Pro make it look easy. Place it on the ground, on its side, tilted back, or elevated. The speaker's unique multi-position design and built-in Auto EQ ensure that the music always sounds the way it should and that everyone can hear it. For the ultimate freedom, play for up to 11 hours using the internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery and go wherever the fun is happening. So, when it's your turn to bring the music, bring a pro. Bring the Bose S1 Pro.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect for Singer-Songwriters!
on May 17, 2018
Posted by: DarR
from Venice, Los Angeles, CA, USA
I tried it with an acoustic guitar and a regular mic on a regular-sized conference room-- maybe 450 sq ft-- it fills the room easy and the sound is pretty clear! It is compact-- maybe three chickens heavy and it is portable. I haven't tried maxing it out until when the battery will run out on continuous use but it lasted a 2 hour session easily. My musician buddies are convinced they will use it for busking. I am just amazed at how a small compact machine can replace a multi-connection PA system!
My Best Buy number: 2197905908
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Can this run fortnite in epic settings
yes it can. it did have some occasional hiccups on mine though-- i have an 7th gen i5, 16gb memory and a 1050ti. the hiccups was not bad but it is noticeable. if you have better specs than mine, i'm sure it will be great.
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