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Dell Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo enhance daily performance and productivity with this keyboard mouse combo that fits into virtually any workspace. Easily switch between 2.4GHz wireless or Bluetooth connectivity.Multi-OS compatibility. Tested and certified to work seamlessly with Dell systems.Programmable shortcut keys/buttons with customizable keyboard tilt.
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from Frederick, MD
The Dell KM7120W set is a nice entry level keyboard for those looking for an alternative to the factory included peripherals included in a complete office PC setup. The aesthetics are nice and it seems overall well built but it will not blend with many color schemes out there. It is a grey and silver two-tone setup which looks modern and sleek. It has both Bluetooth and RF (USB receiver) supported for up to 3 devices that are easily switched with the press of a button.
Setup was almost instant after putting in batteries and the USB receiver into the computer. I just turned it on and it did everything plug and play. However, it did act weird with connectivity issues out of the box. Windows automatically downloaded and installed the Dell Peripheral Manager app from the Windows Store which prompted me with an update after I had to search for the Dell app in order to access it. In all there was 3 firmware updates needed for it to work smoothly and that took a whole 10 minutes to complete. When it was the mouse's turn to update, I had to click the left button twice to activate it. The software allows you to assign actions to F1-F12 on the keyboard and the 2 side keys and scroll wheel on the mouse. I was able to use this set for my Note 20 Ultra in Samsung Dex mode via Bluetooth which was really cool since it provided me a complete desktop experience on my mobile phone without the USB needed.
I'm not a fan of the mouse shape and it feels really light and cheap. The keyboard also feels light and cheap but thanks to the batteries it offers a little heft. Connectivity seems solid and I haven't had any issues with delay. The keys feel like typical Dell scissor keys which means they may pop off like other keyboards I've used in the past. The keys are tactile and mushy like most cheaper keyboards out there. In all, it is a nice setup for those who aren't really picky and any office, school, and home PC will benefit from the streamlined operation this offers. It's a nice entry level setup and the price is right for the value it brings.
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Café quality beverages at home with the Bella Pro Series Capsule Coffee Maker and Milk Frother. Save time, money and customize your morning experience. Easy to use with programmable buttons to brew a single or double shot. Enhance your espresso and make a latte or cappuccino with perfectly textured milk ready in 90 seconds, hot or cold. Powerful 19 bars of pressure with a 1050-watt heating system provides rich and aromatic flavors. Quick 40-second preheat time so you can go about your day. Large 22-oz. removable water reservoir for added convenience and removable drip tray for a variety of cup sizes.
Customer Rating
4
Who needs Starbucks now? C-19 Essential
on November 24, 2020
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
If you are used to the K-Cup single use experience that is low maintenance and gets a your morning dose of caffeine done in a short amount of time, this is for you! If you are especially looking for a little more caffeine than a cup of coffee or want a barista experience at home, look no further! Everything comes well packaged and secured in the box with everything you need EXCEPT a sample. You will need to do some homework just to find the pods. I will save you some time here… USE NEPRESSO ORIGINAL pods and you will be in business.
I recommend Bella do something with their box showing which pods are compatible. Even just putting a small piece of paper with the pod info will be helpful. Nespresso should create a simpler way to identify the pods… maybe a single letter or number system so the consumer can find them easily. With a little coaching and online research, I found it. No samples in the box to give you an idea of what you are looking for either. It is not clearly marked on the packaging which pods to buy or where to search for them.
The machine looks beautiful and well built taking a minimalist approach from design down to the user experience. Little to no assembly is required for this machine out of the box. Just take the water reservoir, fill it, and place it in it's spot. Take a pod and set it, after the lights stop blinking click the size you want and you are done. If you are interested in the frother, you will get your milk ready during this time. I actually recommend doing the milk first during the preheat so you have everything ready!
Here is a quick rundown of important things to know. This machine has 19 bars of pressure with a preheat time of 45 seconds. The frother gets your milk ready in as little as 90 seconds either hot or cold. The trash basin holds up to 10 cups before needing to be emptied. Use Nespresso Original Line System pods. Remove your drip cup if you want to fit larger more normal sized coffee mugs found in the US. In short, this is a good machine that gets the job done and will be in service for many years to come in my home!
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Experience Wi-Fi 6—the new standard for home wifi. The 3-pack Wi-Fi 6 system supports speeds up to 500 Mbps and coverage up to 5,000 square feet—so you can say goodbye to dead spots and buffering. Work, play, video conference, and stream from anywhere in your home. Set up eero in minutes and get automatic updates, a built-in Zigbee smart home hub, and more. Powered by TrueMesh, eero optimizes your wifi to work for your space and supports 75+ devices.
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The Eero 6 is a fantastic option for those who are looking to eliminate dead spots in their current Wi-Fi setup. Not an IT administrator? No problem, this is for you. Why buy a new router? With Wi-Fi 6, you get access to faster dual-band Wi-Fi with coverage up to 5,000 sq. ft., speeds up to 500 Mbps, and support for 75+ devices simultaneously. It blends well into any room with its minimalist design and small footprint.
Things come nicely packaged and easy to setup. You get an ethernet cord and everything you need to power your nodes in the box. Plug in the router first then follow the in-app instructions… easy as that. After the app configures your network, add the other two nodes, and you are fully covered in solid reliable Wi-Fi in minutes LITERALLY. Everything was app based and literally is done with a few taps on your screen within minutes. There are 3 devices in this kit with two being satellites and one the router.
There are also features for the advanced users who use port forwarding and other settings to tweak. There is a beta release of WPA-3 encryption via eero Labs in app if your device supports it. There are built-in security and content filters along with Antivirus for those interested in an AIO hardware solution. There are profiles for devices to control things in groups and schedule usage times. The built-in Zigbee hub is an added value so you can avoid another smart hub in your network. Signal strength and connection stability are simply amazing but I did run into slow speeds at times due to poor traffic steering. I noticed it doesn't steer traffic well to 5GHz after initial connection. After you are connected to the network and you move to another node it doesn't steer you back to 5GHz it goes to 2.4GHz. Also, to get band steering you need to enable it in the eero Labs beta options.
Bright spots
+Fast and easy setup for anyone with only a few minutes to spare and limited IT knowledge
+Alexa integration
+Zigbee hub integrated
+Detailed by device data stats
+Profiles for controlling devices and securing them
+Fast and easy setup for anyone with only a few minutes to spare and limited IT knowledge
+Alexa integration
+Zigbee hub integrated
+Detailed by device data stats
+Profiles for controlling devices and securing them
Possible Improvements
-MIMO 2X2
-No web interface, only app setup
-No option to hide SSID
-No USB ports or ethernet ports
-No dedicated backhaul on 5GHz band
-MIMO 2X2
-No web interface, only app setup
-No option to hide SSID
-No USB ports or ethernet ports
-No dedicated backhaul on 5GHz band
The Verdict!
I highly recommend spending a little more to get the eero Pro version just because of the ethernet ports. If your network needs are fairly simple and you don't want to play with network settings and like solid connections… this is for you!
I highly recommend spending a little more to get the eero Pro version just because of the ethernet ports. If your network needs are fairly simple and you don't want to play with network settings and like solid connections… this is for you!
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The AU-Flex ANC is the first of Ausounds' High-Fidelity earphone. Delivering the performance of a wired in-ear, the soundstage of a thousand-dollar over-ear, and designed with sustained metals and lightweight aluminium, the AU-Flex is a herald of mobile hi-res future. Engineeered with a unique Hybrid Planar Magnetic driver that delivers a wide and accurate soundstage only found in planar technology.
Customer Rating
4
Excellent sound with compromises
on November 14, 2020
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
The AUSOUNDS AU-Flex ANC neckband headphones are a mind-blowing introduction to AUSOUNDS. They came well packed in a sleeve type box/tray presentation with all pieces secured. These will please audiophiles who will sacrifice over-ear options for a more portable and reduced footprint. The build and design reminds me the original neckband headphones but they spent money on the parts that matter (i.e. speakers and battery). Things are kept simple with the user interface and it has a very minimalist design. Setup is fast and easy while providing a premium product from the soft neckband silicone material to the planar drivers that produce the sound. These are my go to headphones for the office and I recommend them to any business professional who wants great sound in a lightweight portable package. This is a great all day audio solution offering amazing call and sound quality with a few compromises like no app, HiRes iOS codec, or simultaneous BT connection. For me, at this price point an app is automatic in 2020 and I'd say expected. All other competitors offer an app with their headphones and I am hoping this is just in the works and will be released at a later date. Otherwise, this is almost flawless execution!
Inconveniences and challenges encountered
The BIGGEST inconvenience for me was having to re-pair when moving between my phone and laptop or tablet. Simultaneous connections are expected by many in this day and age. While driving, I found the ear phones got tangled when releasing the seatbelt. While moving around, the neckband tended to lean more towards the right side leaving weight distribution to be an issue for the active crowd. When playing with my kids, the would get tangled and caught in their hands.
As you can see, there is a market for TRUE wireless but these are a great compromise. The fact there is no app is a problem for me and I worry how firmware updates will be delivered. They would definitely benefit from an update and I don't know how well AUSOUNDS will support their products from a software standpoint. I hope an update in the works to fix connectivity issues with Android. On my Note 20 Ultra, all connections after initial pairing were 50% active. What I mean here is that call audio was enabled but the media audio was not. I had to disconnect BT and reconnect the BT connection for the AU-Flex ANCs every time I turned them on to use them to hear a video or music.
The BIGGEST inconvenience for me was having to re-pair when moving between my phone and laptop or tablet. Simultaneous connections are expected by many in this day and age. While driving, I found the ear phones got tangled when releasing the seatbelt. While moving around, the neckband tended to lean more towards the right side leaving weight distribution to be an issue for the active crowd. When playing with my kids, the would get tangled and caught in their hands.
As you can see, there is a market for TRUE wireless but these are a great compromise. The fact there is no app is a problem for me and I worry how firmware updates will be delivered. They would definitely benefit from an update and I don't know how well AUSOUNDS will support their products from a software standpoint. I hope an update in the works to fix connectivity issues with Android. On my Note 20 Ultra, all connections after initial pairing were 50% active. What I mean here is that call audio was enabled but the media audio was not. I had to disconnect BT and reconnect the BT connection for the AU-Flex ANCs every time I turned them on to use them to hear a video or music.
Room for Improvement
I would like to see an app with EQ and other settings to tune monitor mode, better connectivity with Android OS, HiRes iOS audio codecs, and also retractable ear buds to reduce tangling. The inability to link to two devices simultaneously is a MUST! Users will have a phone and either a tablet or laptop expecting This is otherwise PERFECT execution in my opinion by AUSOUNDS.
I would like to see an app with EQ and other settings to tune monitor mode, better connectivity with Android OS, HiRes iOS audio codecs, and also retractable ear buds to reduce tangling. The inability to link to two devices simultaneously is a MUST! Users will have a phone and either a tablet or laptop expecting This is otherwise PERFECT execution in my opinion by AUSOUNDS.
Fit and Comfort
The ear buds fit perfect in my ears. I can wear them all day and forget I have them in until I have to talk to someone. I love in ear headphones because the passive noise isolation it offers is the best option to hear clearly all detail in sound. There are 3 sizes of ear tips to choose from and the ear loops are soft and flexible. They stay where you put them and do not move, however, the neck band is the only annoyance. The neckband will move around, especially at the gym if you get a sweaty neck, and sometimes will lean toward the right side probably because it is heavier. The earbuds are low profile and don't stick out your ears too much which I like. At the gym, these will be a pain if you are working the bench press, doing sit-ups, or any exercises that have changes in vertical direction or fast horizontal movements.
The ear buds fit perfect in my ears. I can wear them all day and forget I have them in until I have to talk to someone. I love in ear headphones because the passive noise isolation it offers is the best option to hear clearly all detail in sound. There are 3 sizes of ear tips to choose from and the ear loops are soft and flexible. They stay where you put them and do not move, however, the neck band is the only annoyance. The neckband will move around, especially at the gym if you get a sweaty neck, and sometimes will lean toward the right side probably because it is heavier. The earbuds are low profile and don't stick out your ears too much which I like. At the gym, these will be a pain if you are working the bench press, doing sit-ups, or any exercises that have changes in vertical direction or fast horizontal movements.
Battery Life and Charging
Battery life on these lasts me about 3 calendar days before I have to charge them. It will announce in a robotic voice when battery is low and you can see battery life in the BT settings. I'd say in my case, these are on about 6 hours a day mostly for calls and a few of those hours listing to multimedia. For me, battery life is more than enough to get through a heavy all-day of use and will easily make it to night time. They charge up in about 2 hours via USB-C. The little flap that protects the USB-C charging port worries me because if it snaps your port will be exposed to the elements.
Battery life on these lasts me about 3 calendar days before I have to charge them. It will announce in a robotic voice when battery is low and you can see battery life in the BT settings. I'd say in my case, these are on about 6 hours a day mostly for calls and a few of those hours listing to multimedia. For me, battery life is more than enough to get through a heavy all-day of use and will easily make it to night time. They charge up in about 2 hours via USB-C. The little flap that protects the USB-C charging port worries me because if it snaps your port will be exposed to the elements.
Sound quality
I must say I was surprised with the sound quality of this pair of headphones! I really like the clean bass and highs but the mids could be turned up a bit IMO and the highs down a little. Don't get me wrong, the out of box experience is WONDERFUL but I would like to tweak things. Since these fit in your ear canal, it channels everything into your ear to hear details you would miss in other headphones. These are definitely sculpted with bass and highs in mind and you will love the sound out of these. Clarity and power are the themes here! I would only wish these had a bit more juice in the loudness department but it is plenty. Things hold up well throughout the loudness range but at higher volume the highs are a bit too much and lows are more pronounced. Overall, this is a well tuned audio experience.
Noise cancelling is above average slightly with monitor mode needing to be louder. Voices still come through but low rumbles found in trains, busses, and motors reduced to almost silence. There is a slight hiss but this is normal for ANC headphones.
I must say I was surprised with the sound quality of this pair of headphones! I really like the clean bass and highs but the mids could be turned up a bit IMO and the highs down a little. Don't get me wrong, the out of box experience is WONDERFUL but I would like to tweak things. Since these fit in your ear canal, it channels everything into your ear to hear details you would miss in other headphones. These are definitely sculpted with bass and highs in mind and you will love the sound out of these. Clarity and power are the themes here! I would only wish these had a bit more juice in the loudness department but it is plenty. Things hold up well throughout the loudness range but at higher volume the highs are a bit too much and lows are more pronounced. Overall, this is a well tuned audio experience.
Noise cancelling is above average slightly with monitor mode needing to be louder. Voices still come through but low rumbles found in trains, busses, and motors reduced to almost silence. There is a slight hiss but this is normal for ANC headphones.
Call/Mic quality
Call quality is impeccable! Callers didn't even know I was on the phone and noise cancellation is excellent in call. It picks up your voice extremely well with high quality mics and cancels out the surrounding areas well. Voice memo recordings will amaze you especially in loseless codecs! Audio for calls comes through both ears
Call quality is impeccable! Callers didn't even know I was on the phone and noise cancellation is excellent in call. It picks up your voice extremely well with high quality mics and cancels out the surrounding areas well. Voice memo recordings will amaze you especially in loseless codecs! Audio for calls comes through both ears
Android Experience
Audio quality is the main advantage to using these on LDAC supported Android OS devices while the biggest drawback was the connectivity issues when connecting to my Note 20 Ultra. Every time I connected it after the initial pairing, it would default only to "Call Audio" leaving the "Media Audio" option disabled. After tapping the "LDAC" and "Media Audio" options, it is non-responsive. The fastest way to fix this is to disconnect and then reconnect the AU-Flex headphones to get it to work. LDAC is excellent and as a result offers the best audio quality and experience, in my option, if your device supports it. Apple devices do not have a HiRes codec supported by the AU-Flex so you will get SBC quality sound. In summation, the best audio out of these headphones is obtained through the Android experience. There is no app which is unfortunate as we will need an update to make the Android experience more seamless. There are no EQ options as a result of no app which means you will be stuck with how these sound. There are in app EQs in some streaming apps but AUSOUNDS needs to step it up in the app game.
Audio quality is the main advantage to using these on LDAC supported Android OS devices while the biggest drawback was the connectivity issues when connecting to my Note 20 Ultra. Every time I connected it after the initial pairing, it would default only to "Call Audio" leaving the "Media Audio" option disabled. After tapping the "LDAC" and "Media Audio" options, it is non-responsive. The fastest way to fix this is to disconnect and then reconnect the AU-Flex headphones to get it to work. LDAC is excellent and as a result offers the best audio quality and experience, in my option, if your device supports it. Apple devices do not have a HiRes codec supported by the AU-Flex so you will get SBC quality sound. In summation, the best audio out of these headphones is obtained through the Android experience. There is no app which is unfortunate as we will need an update to make the Android experience more seamless. There are no EQ options as a result of no app which means you will be stuck with how these sound. There are in app EQs in some streaming apps but AUSOUNDS needs to step it up in the app game.
Apple Experience
Connectivity and stability is best found in the Apple experience however includes a hit to the audio quality due to only supporting SBC and not LDAC. The audio sounds good but if you hear LDAC on these headphones you will not be satisfied. SBC and LDAC supported with LDAC not in iOS and as a result, sound quality is slightly reduced. In short, if you want the best connection, Apple time and time again offers the best.
Connectivity and stability is best found in the Apple experience however includes a hit to the audio quality due to only supporting SBC and not LDAC. The audio sounds good but if you hear LDAC on these headphones you will not be satisfied. SBC and LDAC supported with LDAC not in iOS and as a result, sound quality is slightly reduced. In short, if you want the best connection, Apple time and time again offers the best.
THE VERDICT
These are definitely a by and are a heavyweight contender for the neckband headphone crown! If this style is your thing, these deserve a HARD look. Although not perfect, I can wholly recommend these to business professionals and workers who want to enjoy working through the day in the best soundstage that can last you all day.
These are definitely a by and are a heavyweight contender for the neckband headphone crown! If this style is your thing, these deserve a HARD look. Although not perfect, I can wholly recommend these to business professionals and workers who want to enjoy working through the day in the best soundstage that can last you all day.
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Keep your devices powered on the go with the Belkin BOOSTCHARGE 24W Dual USB-A Port Car Charger. It boasts two 12W USB A Ports, both of which support simultaneous fast charging for all devices that charge using a USB-A cable. This 24 watt car charger is capable of charging up to two devices 1.5x faster than a standard 5 watt charger, with each port offering up to 12 watts of power. The BOOSTCHARGE 24w Dual Port Car Charger features an LED light, indicating whether or not your charger is connected to a power source. Optimized to charge all USB-A compatible devices faster than a standard 5w Charger. Compatible with Apple iPhone 14, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone XR, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, HTC U12+, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10, Google Pixel 3 XL, Google Pixel 3, iPad Pro (12.9") 2nd Gen, iPad Pro (10.5"), Huawei Mate 20, Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Huawei P30/P30 Pro, Sony Xperia XZ2
Customer Rating
4
Decent Charger with Good Cable
on November 9, 2020
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
To me, this doesn't offer much different in terms of functionality versus any other dual charger for out there. I measured each port using a high quality USB tester. The results were underwhelming for the amount of hype about 24W here. I never saw 2.4A or 2A for that matter. The highest output was 1.597A checking my iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Note 20 Ultra never reached a high rate of charging. I tried various cables to see if that was the bottleneck and nothing changed. On my Note 20 Ultra, it signals the type of charge it gets and it never even displayed the words "Fast Charging". However, I did confirm output on both ports was equal. It simply works - if you are just looking for a reliable charger with protection this is for you.
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Dial into great sound for your desktop with Z407 Bluetooth computer speakers. Get immersive sound with a down-firing woofer that adds “boom” to your sound, and digital signal processing that keeps clarity across the sound spectrum. Stylish oval satellite speakers lay horizontally or vertically. Position them however you like to curate your space. Control it all with the Bluetooth-enabled wireless control dial. Adjust bass and volume, skip and pause tracks, from up to 20-meter line of sight range. Connect with Bluetooth, micro USB, or 3.5 mm inputs.
Customer Rating
5
GREAT AUDIO and BEST VALUE
on October 27, 2020
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
The Logitech Z407 is a bluetooth speaker system that offers bluetooth, USB, or 3.5mm AUX for connectivity. Everything comes well packaged and easy to setup. Plug it in the wall, place the sub under your desk, place your satellite speakers and run the wires to connect using the simple color coded audio jacks. It comes with a small wireless controller that seems to operate on bluetooth. The range on the connection is roughly 30ft so you are free to control the sound and bass levels remotely. Setup is quick and easy which you should be up and running in less than 5 minutes. Most of the time will be spent deciding on which way you want to connect your PC and vertical vs horizontal speaker placement. This is a great way to add BLUETOOTH AUDIO FUNCTIONALITY to YOUR OLDER PC!
With its aesthetically pleasing and space saving design with vertical or horizontal options, it closely follows the minimalist Logi gray design language. It's all graphite gray plastic construction that feels cheap to me, but the sound quality is quite shockingly good. You notice the weight distribution of the speaker in relation to the speaker overall making it heavier on one side. You get good sound and decent build here for sure. The dial feels REALLY flimsy and cheap as well, but again this setup is all about the balance of form and function. Did I say I love the dial!
After trying all three connection options, I decided for my setup to go with micro USB (which is not included) on my PC for the best sound. 3.5mm works well but I noticed a slight hiss that I didn't hear with the USB. Bluetooth sounds great with minimal distortion. These speakers do not support any HiFi codecs, but still sound great. I couldn't find any literature anywhere stating what codecs are supported with these speakers.
The sound quality is excellent and offers room filling sound with a wide sound stage based on speaker placement. The speaker system is rated at 40w RMS with an 80w peak and it sounds great! The subwoofer offers deep clear bass for movie watching or gaming on your PC. Highs and mids are crystal clear and have clear separation but these are very bass heavy in my opinion. Without a way to adjust bass if you lose your dial it will be annoying. After reducing the bass level to about 50% (no way to tell since it lacks any indicators) it sounded a lot better to me. Voices are very boomy so adjust to taste. Overall, I can't complain as these sound great for what they are.
Room for improvement
-No software to interface with the speakers using USB and PC. I would have liked some sort of software with EQ and dial customizability options. No way to adjust bass without dial.
-No software to interface with the speakers using USB and PC. I would have liked some sort of software with EQ and dial customizability options. No way to adjust bass without dial.
-No USB cable in the box. To me, if these are PC speakers a USB cord should be supplied instead of the 3.5mm cord in this day and age of no headphone jacks.
-Feels cheap and lightweight for the price being all plastic. Hopefully you don't have paper stacks or other heavy things on your desk that could push off the speakers. If they fell, I would worry about them but we are all careful with our things … right? I hope they make a higher quality version with upscale materials of this speaker because the flimsy plastic dial is just made for function.
In summation, these deserve a hard look in this day and age of telecommuting and home schooling environments. It is for business professionals, students, novice gamers, and learning environments.
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Perfect for busy days, this sleek, stainless steel Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker with Rapid Brew System brews a delicious cup of coffee very quickly. The Strong Brew Selector makes a bolder cup of coffee when you want one, with the touch of a button. Intuitive Brew Later programming makes it easy to schedule brewing ahead of time, so you can wake up to a fresh cup. This convenient coffee maker also comes with a handy coffee scoop for measuring grounds. Even more helpful features include Grab-a-Cup Auto Pause for a cup mid-brew, an easy-view Water Window to prevent overflow, a coffee Freshness Timer, 2-hour Auto-Shutoff, a Water Filtration System, and a Lift & Clean Filter Basket.
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from Frederick, MD
The Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Rapid Brew System is a value buy if you are in the market for a coffee maker. At this price-point, it is in a competitive space that is really about features. This does NOT come with a reusable filter screen so your only option out of the box is to buy paper filters. It DOES with a water filter for the coffee maker itself that is replaced every 30 days via a reminder dial. In my opinion, filtered water does make a difference with coffee taste, but I have an under cabinet water filtration system for filling my pots so the small filter isn't for my case. After a brew, the grounds are nicely filtered with a almost nothing untouched due to the spread pattern. With family, we usually get about 6 large mugs out the 12-cup pour, with a little bit left to make a small cup. Coffee comes out fast, but I cannot say I have measured any noticeable speed differences without doing a full head to head with other brands in my home. Smooth full bodied coffee is what you get here.
Aesthetically, it is nice looking with an almost entirely plastic build that features stainless steel accents to fit in with any modern kitchen design. Coffee brewing buttons are laid out nicely and with settings nice and straight forward. The water reservoir features a "wide-mouth" design to avoid spills with a hinged spout to avoid splashes. The integrated bumper kicks the spout back into place when you prepare to brew for added ease of use. There are all typical set it and forget it settings like auto on/off and a clock to use.
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No matter your child’s interests or skill-level, the Root rt0 brings learning to code to life through art, music, and exploration. Its combination of activities, features, and interactive sensors result in engagement for hours at a time and offer many opportunities for family bonding. Spend time with your child while learning new skills and inspiring a lifelong love of code with the Root rt0.
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from Frederick, MD
This is a fun activity for the family to do together. I say that because you will also want and need to learn this with younger children. I have a 4 year old and a 6 year old who are amazed at the fact they can put something into the app and the robot does it. They are totally pumped that they have their own cool little robot. They like the ability to make sounds and turn on lights with root rt0. You can get a lego plate that allows for more creative ideas when they build something then control it with a program they don't even know they are making. We all gather around the table for a fun night trying to draw and write on the dry erase mat too. If you have a dry erase board that will hold magnets, root rt0 will stick to it for even MORE space to practice zero G spidey skills coding!
We are all on the first level so we can learn at the same pace. The kids were able to figure out how to make it turn by the icons for the coding. Setup and unboxing was quick and simple after you find the right app. Download the iRobot Coding app in the Apple/Google app store, press the yellow button, link the root rt0, and start lessons that teach the foundations for greater skills in the more advanced levels of coding in Swift.
There are lots of projects to do and others to unlock for a fee. This is easily capable of keeping K-12 and adults- new to coding- with fun challenges for a good bit of time. For me, this is the kind of "toy" I want for my children and I'm so glad this was created to introduce STEM to the home and school learning environment at a value price.
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Bring your A-game anytime, anywhere. Introducing a universal mobile gaming controller that fits most smartphone devices, designed to bring console-level control to your on-the-go gaming. With this controller by your side, wherever you go, victory will follow.
Customer Rating
5
SERIOUSLY... take a LOOK!
on September 29, 2020
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
7:31 PM
7:31 PM
The Razer Kishi was an extremely surprising experience that I will say single handedly made me consider gaming more on my phone. I felt like I was playing a Switch or PSP from back in the day. It was refreshing to not have to find battery chargers or games to use, it was just powered by the phone. Sound from the ports was immersive and setup is easy just release the backplate, spread and connect the Kishi to your Android phone, download the Kishi app, and start trying games because there isn't a great list to choose IMO. I wish there was a readily accessible list of compatible games to refer to.
In all, the Kishi is a great piece of tech, but I wish it would integrate a headphone jack, ports for top firing speakers, and a little more width/height to fit larger phones like the Note 20 Ultra. I found it doesn't work with CoD Mobile which was a big bummer as I could not find any good FPS that I knew. This doesn't work with all games and the instructions could be better. Maybe there could be a way to direct the buyer to download the Kishi app. I couldn't find it mentioned anywhere. The triggers feel cheap but all other buttons feel high quality. Overall I enjoyed gaming on my phone because of this. I don't have to play with touch controls on screen which was a big negative for me. These handles would benefit from a grippy coating as an added premium feel. This works well with FortNite, Madden, and NBA 2K when I tested. Since it is light, small, and portable to travel with, this is a must buy. However, I do wish a case of some sort or bag was included to protect it.
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The Filtrete™ Maximum Under Sink Water Filtration System 3US-MAX-S01 is easy to install and maintain. It's an under sink water filtration system that connects to the kitchen or bath faucet.
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Great Tasting Water and Easy to Install
on September 21, 2020
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
This filter now replaces the water dispenser from the refrigerator we used to use for our drinking water. A major plus is it does not reduce the water flow by passing through the filter which is excellent. It is an activated charcoal filter so this 1 stage system lasts about 6 months and reduces microbial cysts, chlorine taste & odor, sand, soil, silt, rust and sediment based on 3M Testing. Makes tap water taste great and installs in less than 30 minutes. You will only need a wrench/channel locks, a screw driver, and your hands to use the press connectors. It is fast and easy to install. Overall, this is a reasonable system that will provide great tasting water for you and your family.
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I decided to make a drinking water faucet instead of filtering all the water that comes out of the sink. This should extend the filter's life as I don't need to filter the water I wash dishes with. Buy a 3/8" Tee Adapter at your local hardware store and you can do this too. Place the T on your cold water supply valve, reattach your sink water supply line and the new filter section and you are finished. See photos for final results.
I decided to make a drinking water faucet instead of filtering all the water that comes out of the sink. This should extend the filter's life as I don't need to filter the water I wash dishes with. Buy a 3/8" Tee Adapter at your local hardware store and you can do this too. Place the T on your cold water supply valve, reattach your sink water supply line and the new filter section and you are finished. See photos for final results.
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Only @ Best BuyListen to music with this sweat- and dust-resistant wireless Jabra Elite headset. It connects via USB, mini-jack or Bluetooth, and a powerful microphone lets you use voice commands with your mobile device. This Jabra Elite headset reduces background noise and has a built-in motion sensor that lets you track fitness efforts.
Ohter than water resist rating, Is the fit better than the 65T.?
Only @ Best BuyListen to music with this sweat- and dust-resistant wireless Jabra Elite headset. It connects via USB, mini-jack or Bluetooth, and a powerful microphone lets you use voice commands with your mobile device. This Jabra Elite headset reduces background noise and has a built-in motion sensor that lets you track fitness efforts.
Can an owner of the original non active 65t comment on the fit and stability difference with the active version? Curious if that and the extra IP rating is worth a look, or negligible.
I have both. They fit exactly the same. The only difference between the two are the IP56 rating and the black rubberized finish on the Actives. The Actives also have motion sensors in them but you cannot feel any difference between the two. If you have $20 to spare, it is well worth buying the Actives over the Elites for peace of mind with extra water resistance and motion sensors.
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Only @ Best BuyListen to music with this sweat- and dust-resistant wireless Jabra Elite headset. It connects via USB, mini-jack or Bluetooth, and a powerful microphone lets you use voice commands with your mobile device. This Jabra Elite headset reduces background noise and has a built-in motion sensor that lets you track fitness efforts.
Can I use these earbuds separately? Ex. The left earbuds for phone calls without the use of the right earbud
Only @ Best BuyListen to music with this sweat- and dust-resistant wireless Jabra Elite headset. It connects via USB, mini-jack or Bluetooth, and a powerful microphone lets you use voice commands with your mobile device. This Jabra Elite headset reduces background noise and has a built-in motion sensor that lets you track fitness efforts.
The images for this product and description are for the regular non active 65t's. Not the active. According to Jabra's website the actives only come in blue/copper and have an IP rating of 65. Specifically... what is this product?
Obviously, if you read the description this is an exclusive colorway for BestBuy. This is evident by the "Only @ Best Buy" banner under the model number. They are exactly the same as the ones posted on the Jabra website with only the color/finish being different.
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Enjoy superior sound and voice quality with these Jabra Elite wireless headphones. Integrated controls let you answer calls, adjust the volume or pause music with the touch of a button, while the included carrying case doubles as a charging station. External ambient noise keeps you aware of your surroundings, while a background noise filter delivers crisp, clear voice calls. With Bluetooth connectivity, these Jabra Elite wireless headphones are easy to pair to a mobile device.
When will the other colors be available?
Titanium and Black are the ONLY options announced. If you are looking for the same look but other color, you are looking at the Elite Active 65t.
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Enjoy superior sound and voice quality with these Jabra Elite wireless headphones. Integrated controls let you answer calls, adjust the volume or pause music with the touch of a button, while the included carrying case doubles as a charging station. External ambient noise keeps you aware of your surroundings, while a background noise filter delivers crisp, clear voice calls. With Bluetooth connectivity, these Jabra Elite wireless headphones are easy to pair to a mobile device.
When answering phone calls, is it stereo or mono?
If you have both buds in and turned on, it will be stereo. You can use only the right one as a mono option.
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Enjoy superior sound and voice quality with these Jabra Elite wireless headphones. Integrated controls let you answer calls, adjust the volume or pause music with the touch of a button, while the included carrying case doubles as a charging station. External ambient noise keeps you aware of your surroundings, while a background noise filter delivers crisp, clear voice calls. With Bluetooth connectivity, these Jabra Elite wireless headphones are easy to pair to a mobile device.
Any idea when these will be available again?
Stay in touch with this 15.6-inch Samsung notebook computer. Its Bluetooth capability connects it to Bluetooth devices for wire-free convenience, and its built-in webcam facilitates video conferencing. This Samsung notebook computer has 12GB of DDR4 RAM and an Intel Core i7 processor for speed, and it has a 1TB hard drive to hold plenty of files.
Is the screen matte or glossy? I'd like to use it outside and in bright sun. My old HP laptop is so reflective that it is almost impossible to use outside! Hoping this one is better??
It is a glossy screen. It is highly reflective and can cause issues with outdoor use.
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Everything you love about Google, for work and play. Google Pixelbook is the first laptop with the Google Assistant* built in. Its super thin, 4-in-1 design includes a long-lasting battery and 7th Gen Intel® Core™** processor. It also comes with all the apps you already know and love including Youtube, Infinite Painter, Google Play Movies, Evernote, Slack, Lightroom, Google Photos and many more***.*Google Assistant requires Internet connection.**Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.***Availability and performance of certain apps and services may vary by region. Subscriptions(s) may be required, and additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Pixelbook and Pixelbook Pen are optimized for selected apps and services only.
Why bother with the I7, when every review has the I5 running Chromium "ridiculously fast"? Ditto for RAM: Running small footprint apps instead of fully-fledged software begs the question, "What app needs 16GB?" The SSD upgrade I-get, but not for $700
You are ABSOLUTELY correct in your assessment. The only reason you would want to go to the i7 or 16GB is if you want to run Windows10 or Linux. As a Chromebook, the base model at $999 is OVERKILL for ChromeOS.
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Keep your focus on the road with this Garmin Speak voice service device. Amazon Alexa is integrated and takes voice commands, so you can keep your hands on the wheel, and it connects to your vehicle's stereo system to provide spoken turn-by-turn directions. This Garmin Speak voice service device is compact, so it doesn't obstruct your view.
Does the GPS work if I’m out of my cellular network I drive in rural areas that sometimes has no network. Connectivity I have to rely solely on GPS satellites .
No, this uses your cell signal for some reason. Based on your scenario, pass on this.
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