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Bose Home Speaker 300 Wireless Smart Speaker delivers room-rocking bass and 360-degree sound in a space-saving size. With the Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa built in, enjoy millions of songs, playlists and more with just your voice. And you have the freedom to control the music your way - using your voice, with a tap on the top controls, or the Bose Music app.
Customer Rating
5
The Little BIG Bose that can
on July 5, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
Build
This is basically a Bose Home speaker 500 with smaller speakers and no screen and no remote. It comes well packed in the same box the 500 does. Everything else is almost identical. I love the smooth satin black finish and squeezed round design that fits into my modern décor at home. It looks very elegant and Bose-like design language. With touch controls and lacking waterproofing, it looks like a bloated Soundlink Color II speaker with double the power, soundstage, and quality.
This is basically a Bose Home speaker 500 with smaller speakers and no screen and no remote. It comes well packed in the same box the 500 does. Everything else is almost identical. I love the smooth satin black finish and squeezed round design that fits into my modern décor at home. It looks very elegant and Bose-like design language. With touch controls and lacking waterproofing, it looks like a bloated Soundlink Color II speaker with double the power, soundstage, and quality.
Sound
Audio is crystal clear and you can hear everything from deep bass to your highs with some roll off. The typical Bose sound profile where the lows overpower the highs is still here. The soundstage sounds HUGE for this little unit and it is POWERFUL. The bass, mids, and highs are very clear until you get to about 80% volume where things start muddling together and getting distorted. The 360 degree sound fills the room and if you have it up near a wall it sounds larger.
Audio is crystal clear and you can hear everything from deep bass to your highs with some roll off. The typical Bose sound profile where the lows overpower the highs is still here. The soundstage sounds HUGE for this little unit and it is POWERFUL. The bass, mids, and highs are very clear until you get to about 80% volume where things start muddling together and getting distorted. The 360 degree sound fills the room and if you have it up near a wall it sounds larger.
I setup my sound using the EQ where I settled on BASS 40 TREBLE 80 to balance it to my liking. You can control quite a bit from the app like what you want to listen to, selecting/set a preset, and much more. I love the size and soundstage of this little thing. Did I say that already?!
Setup and Ease of Use
Setup is easy and quick. Linking all your accounts and services is easy and this works perfectly with either Google or Amazon digital assistants. I like how the buttons are laid out and everything is touch. I do struggle trying to find all the buttons. There is no way to feel where you are and you most likely you'll be using mostly voice commands after you reach peak frustration.
Setup is easy and quick. Linking all your accounts and services is easy and this works perfectly with either Google or Amazon digital assistants. I like how the buttons are laid out and everything is touch. I do struggle trying to find all the buttons. There is no way to feel where you are and you most likely you'll be using mostly voice commands after you reach peak frustration.
Recommendations
+NFC to setup would be amazing.
+Button backlighting to aid finding functions in the dark or lowlight.
+Some sort of splashproof rating would be great. This would be perfect for a kitchen if they did some minimal waterproofing.
+NFC to setup would be amazing.
+Button backlighting to aid finding functions in the dark or lowlight.
+Some sort of splashproof rating would be great. This would be perfect for a kitchen if they did some minimal waterproofing.
The Verdict
If you're a Bose lover or not in audiophile this is more than enough for you. It is HUGE sound from a little package that integrates Google and Alexa. If you are looking at high-end smart speakers you want to look here first.
If you're a Bose lover or not in audiophile this is more than enough for you. It is HUGE sound from a little package that integrates Google and Alexa. If you are looking at high-end smart speakers you want to look here first.
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Experience legendary performance and sound of ASTRO Audio V2, with the convenience and freedom that comes without wires. The A50 Wireless + Base Station for PS5 /PS4 / PC delivers top-of-the-line acoustics, ergonomics, comfort and durability that gamers demand. The all-new Base Station provides clear, low-latency voice communication, while making headset pairing and charging simple. The ASTRO Command Center software allows gamers and streamers to tune every input and output parameter of the A50 precisely for their specific setup. Experience absolute audio immersion with the A50 Wireless + Base Station.
Customer Rating
5
Best in class for wireless
on June 29, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
First Impressions and Unboxing
You get the typical awesome presentation from Astro here. Nice tightly packed box with mostly all shiny finishes protected with plastic. You get to hear that amazing sound of peeling plastic a few times HAHA. I can only say this is a well-designed, feature packed, high quality elite level headset. Sound is amazing, especially for wireless, and the soundstage is HUGE. The price is a bit steep to ask someone to buy a MOD KIT in my opinion. I believe it should have been included to provide better value. I truly love the subdued colorway of black and gray and the high gloss with matte black finishes make this look elegant and aggressive. The overall experience provided by the A50's will never make you second guess your purchase though. Astro has been the standard for gaming headsets for good reason, and this headset builds on the already solid foundation. It won't make you wonder if it will break and due to it's lightweight design, it is designed with long gaming sessions in mind. I am not a fan of the software and I do NOT like that you can only make changes by plugging into a PC and using Astro Command Center. The software needs a lot of work and if you are on a 4k monitor, you will never see full screen.
You get the typical awesome presentation from Astro here. Nice tightly packed box with mostly all shiny finishes protected with plastic. You get to hear that amazing sound of peeling plastic a few times HAHA. I can only say this is a well-designed, feature packed, high quality elite level headset. Sound is amazing, especially for wireless, and the soundstage is HUGE. The price is a bit steep to ask someone to buy a MOD KIT in my opinion. I believe it should have been included to provide better value. I truly love the subdued colorway of black and gray and the high gloss with matte black finishes make this look elegant and aggressive. The overall experience provided by the A50's will never make you second guess your purchase though. Astro has been the standard for gaming headsets for good reason, and this headset builds on the already solid foundation. It won't make you wonder if it will break and due to it's lightweight design, it is designed with long gaming sessions in mind. I am not a fan of the software and I do NOT like that you can only make changes by plugging into a PC and using Astro Command Center. The software needs a lot of work and if you are on a 4k monitor, you will never see full screen.
Build and Aesthetic
Build is solid. The base station is made of top shelf made and high gloss plastic. The headband is flexible and I don't worry about it breaking so it can take a beating. My only complaint is the cheap plastic used for the volume wheel. The volume wheel is loose and makes tapping/rattling sounds when you touch it or move your head quickly horizontally. Open back sounding design allows noise in from your surroundings. This can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on your tastes but supposedly will get better with the mod kit's leather cups. I really love how these look and I can see this look fitting multitudes of people.
Build is solid. The base station is made of top shelf made and high gloss plastic. The headband is flexible and I don't worry about it breaking so it can take a beating. My only complaint is the cheap plastic used for the volume wheel. The volume wheel is loose and makes tapping/rattling sounds when you touch it or move your head quickly horizontally. Open back sounding design allows noise in from your surroundings. This can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on your tastes but supposedly will get better with the mod kit's leather cups. I really love how these look and I can see this look fitting multitudes of people.
Fit and Function
Fit is impeccable. There is no clamping pressure to cause wear fatigue. The microfiber material is very breathable but I worry if it will last. My stubble seems to be shredding the earcups and I haven't had them for a week. These get hot to me after around 3-4 hours of play so I wish there were another option for ear cups in the box. I will NOT be dropping $40 on something that should have been provided.
Fit is impeccable. There is no clamping pressure to cause wear fatigue. The microfiber material is very breathable but I worry if it will last. My stubble seems to be shredding the earcups and I haven't had them for a week. These get hot to me after around 3-4 hours of play so I wish there were another option for ear cups in the box. I will NOT be dropping $40 on something that should have been provided.
Audio and Mic Quality
Loud and powerful sound! Crystal clear audio we've all come to expect from Astro. Astro Audio V2.0 may be onto something here. These literally make you feel like you are in a nice room with surround sound. The mic quality is above average with lots of sibilants. This needs a pop filter to increase the audio quality. It is sounds like it is all mids and the high and low ends roll off significantly. Even after EQing and removing the noise gates it still sounds like a headset.
Loud and powerful sound! Crystal clear audio we've all come to expect from Astro. Astro Audio V2.0 may be onto something here. These literally make you feel like you are in a nice room with surround sound. The mic quality is above average with lots of sibilants. This needs a pop filter to increase the audio quality. It is sounds like it is all mids and the high and low ends roll off significantly. Even after EQing and removing the noise gates it still sounds like a headset.
Range and Battery Life
Range is AMAZING! For my test, the base was placed in my basement with my workstation PC and PS4. I went from the basement to the 3rd/top level and didn't have ANY drop in sound quality or stability of the connection. I am simply amazed by this! My home is filled with over 40 smart devices and I have a mesh network on each level to provide plenty of radio interference. I have another pair of 2.4GHz wireless headphones from a German maker that has connectivity issues outside of 10ft in a higher price point. The performance on these are impressive.
Range is AMAZING! For my test, the base was placed in my basement with my workstation PC and PS4. I went from the basement to the 3rd/top level and didn't have ANY drop in sound quality or stability of the connection. I am simply amazed by this! My home is filled with over 40 smart devices and I have a mesh network on each level to provide plenty of radio interference. I have another pair of 2.4GHz wireless headphones from a German maker that has connectivity issues outside of 10ft in a higher price point. The performance on these are impressive.
Battery life is rated for 15hrs. I can say I have close to that in my days if testing. I put them to charge when I finish gaming si this isn't really a problem for me.
Favorite Things
Magnetic charging dock with easy channels to line it up to charge.
Range is the best I've tested.
Auto Mute when you put up the mic! That is one of the best so you don't have to press a separate button.
Magnetic charging dock with easy channels to line it up to charge.
Range is the best I've tested.
Auto Mute when you put up the mic! That is one of the best so you don't have to press a separate button.
Recommendations
MOD KIT - Astro really missed out on an opportunity to just demolish the competition by including a leather option and the included microfiber ear cups. This would scream to the buyer "We're the best period! When you drop your hard earned cash, we have all your options covered". Your "MOD KIT" could be more than just a leather upgrade for $40 if you'd offer colors and customization options via 3D printing. Just a thought… for this price, you really shouldn't have to drop another $40 for leather when you are the standard for gaming headsets. There are $100 headsets that close this standard.
MOD KIT - Astro really missed out on an opportunity to just demolish the competition by including a leather option and the included microfiber ear cups. This would scream to the buyer "We're the best period! When you drop your hard earned cash, we have all your options covered". Your "MOD KIT" could be more than just a leather upgrade for $40 if you'd offer colors and customization options via 3D printing. Just a thought… for this price, you really shouldn't have to drop another $40 for leather when you are the standard for gaming headsets. There are $100 headsets that close this standard.
PS4 app - It would be nice is a headset maker would take time to develop IN SYSTEM apps for the gaming platform. This will be yet another stop on the road to complete domination of your competition. Sorry, but I'm from the mindset of "Who wants to compete? I'm here to dominate and leave no doubt who's the best!"
Mic upgrades should be sold and also custom 3D printing of ear caps to make this the ultimate product for customization. If you make a nice mix, you can get a nice segment of the market of streamers who don't want to buy a professional audio setup with mic.
The Verdict
Pretty simple here... for wireless headphones, these are my choice. Astro Gaming had been the standard for a while.
Pretty simple here... for wireless headphones, these are my choice. Astro Gaming had been the standard for a while.
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Clean messes and dust at the office with this Hoover ONEPWR wet and dry cordless vacuum. The capable motor delivers up to 45 cfm for faster cleaning, and the rechargeable 2 Ah battery facilitates cordless use. This Hoover ONEPWR wet and dry cordless vacuum includes a 3-gal. dirt tank to trap captured debris.
Customer Rating
4
Home Improvement MUST HAVE
on June 26, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
This vacuum works very well and offers freedom from a wall outlet. I loved using it to clean up my mess from electrical work that creates drywall repairs. It cleans up wood chips and sawdust from my work bench and works well as a wet vac albeit a small one. It works for me in the laundry room to suck up water that leaked from my machine. You get 2 tools to use for clean up: crevice tool and mini floor tool. I find it works EXCELLENT on hard concrete surfaces like my basement and doesn't struggle too much with clogs. This vacuum can work for some, but if you have a slightly larger cleanup to do in various areas you will need to upgrade the battery (which isn't cheap). I only see the 3.0 battery for sale and nothing more. This is a nice vacuum, but this will still have stiff competition from a corded Wet/Dry Vac for the price. Battery life needs to improve significantly as a 7 min vacuum job isn't going to cut it. Overall, if you do your own repairs at home or you are a contractor who does small projects, this is for you!
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Avoid speeding tickets with this Uniden R7 radar detector. The large OLED display includes arrows that identify the direction of incoming threats and change color on a scale of green to red to indicate the signal's strength. This Uniden R7 radar tracks up to four signals simultaneously for greater awareness as you drive.
Customer Rating
5
Only Gets Better From Here!
on June 11, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
First things, first…
Know your local laws regarding radar detectors! If you get caught with one of these and you are in a place where it is illegal, they will confiscate it and ticket you. In short, VA and DC are the only states where radar detectors are completely illegal. If you are a commercial vehicle, it is always illegal. Know your laws as I would hate to have someone lose such a great device to a police officer. This doesn't tell you where police are… it tells you where police who are running radar are so you can be aware. This does not give you a license to drive like an idiot either. Combine this with Waze and you will be the ultimate road warrior.
Know your local laws regarding radar detectors! If you get caught with one of these and you are in a place where it is illegal, they will confiscate it and ticket you. In short, VA and DC are the only states where radar detectors are completely illegal. If you are a commercial vehicle, it is always illegal. Know your laws as I would hate to have someone lose such a great device to a police officer. This doesn't tell you where police are… it tells you where police who are running radar are so you can be aware. This does not give you a license to drive like an idiot either. Combine this with Waze and you will be the ultimate road warrior.
I own the Uniden R3 and many other radars out there in this same price range over the years, but we are here to talk about the R7. The legendary "R3 with arrows". I loved a LOT of things about the R3 and adding arrows to it is all I ever wanted. A larger screen with dual antennas and a future with auto GPS lockouts make this worth the upgrade FOR ME. Since Uniden is great with firmware updates and database refreshes, I expect this detector to only get better with time!
My favorite improvements:
-Arrows
-Screen
-BSM Filtering
-Ambient Light Sensor
-Future Auto GPS Lockout Update
-Power Cord Relocated to Right Side and Micro USB
-Suction Cup Mount
-Arrows
-Screen
-BSM Filtering
-Ambient Light Sensor
-Future Auto GPS Lockout Update
-Power Cord Relocated to Right Side and Micro USB
-Suction Cup Mount
This detector is built on the Uniden R3 platform, which is already a top performer in the space. Uniden was listening to us when we asked for upgrades under the hood and we got faster signal processing, better visuals, and dual antennas. I find BSM is better than the R3 and it runs quieter to me running them both side by side. I find the R7 to be a bit more rangy and first to alert vs the R3 in my testing. The redesign and relocation of the physical buttons will take me some getting used to but nothing I can't adjust to.
Build quality is good but isn't that great. If you drop this thing you are probably screwed. It creaks and squeaks when you press on joints and the body itself is super susceptible to scratching and scuffing. This maybe why they included a neoprene sleeve along with the hard case. The front faceplate seems unfinished as it moves too easily when pressure is applied. Size is definitely on the larger side and more comparable to the V1. If you are looking for a discrete detector, this one isn't for you. The power cord has been moved to the right side now so you don't have to worry about it when mounted near a visor. The speaker seems lower than the R3 but it does sound better.
The mount has been improved significantly. No more wobbling and bouncing while driving and the angles have been increased. Feels really solid and more secure. There is only play when you try to wiggle left and right which isn't a real problem. I am reaching here for something to nit-pick on the mount. It is almost too good to be true for something so big.
Arrows are helpful but not necessary for most. The R3 is more than adequate for most. There are two camps… "if it beeps just slow down" and the "where is it coming from" teams. If you are looking at this… this was something you have always been waiting for… an R3 with arrows. It is a nice to have so you can be more aware of the road and surroundings.
The screen isn't better than the R3 to me (brightness-wise). It can be difficult to see for some people and the colors are not accurate, just like the R3. I do love the size of the display which makes it easier to gather intel. R1 and R3 power cords are interchangeable and compatible with the R7. All function is there to mute/mark. BSM filtering seems to be slightly improved on Hondas/Acuras. 24.199 and 24.200 can be blocked in the options. Auto GPS lockouts will be added upon patent expiration via a software update. This will make the detector smarter around town and quiet known false alerts using GPS automatically. Basically teaching your radar to ignore things just by driving around town.
My recommendations:
-Create an app
-Add Bluetooth to update wirelessly
-Add Remote Screen for this price point
-Create an app
-Add Bluetooth to update wirelessly
-Add Remote Screen for this price point
.: The Verdict :.
Why would I buy? A larger screen with dual antennas and a future with auto GPS lockouts make this worth the upgrade FOR ME. Since Uniden is great with firmware updates and database refreshes so I expect this detector to only get better with time! This isn't for everyone at this price point. This is for someone who wants the best!
Why would I buy? A larger screen with dual antennas and a future with auto GPS lockouts make this worth the upgrade FOR ME. Since Uniden is great with firmware updates and database refreshes so I expect this detector to only get better with time! This isn't for everyone at this price point. This is for someone who wants the best!
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Enjoy a simple, no hassle solution for superior oral health. Without switching products, you can choose to brush, water floss, or brush and water floss by pressing a button. With brushing and flossing modes, achieving white, fresh teeth is simple, while the 10 settings make it easy to achieve the desired amount of pressure. This Waterpik Sonic Fusion flossing toothbrush can be recharged quickly for added convenience and has a sleek appearance.
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
I really wanted to like this but I just don't think it is good enough to replace my sonic toothbrush or my original Waterpik Flosser. It doesn't do either task well in my opinion.
The cleaning is just ok. I don't think it does a really good job as a sonic toothbrush and it definitely doesn't do a good job as a flosser. The tip is flexible so it bends and gets blocked by bristles and I find the "sonic" toothbrush rather weak. When you look at the "brush action" and compare it to others in the space, these bristles do not really move. It gives more of a "vibration" sensation. I can't seem to find the details of strokes per minute but it can't be high.
I love the design but it just doesn't work for me. The build quality is excellent and I like how they tried to combine two things into one. For me, I will just be using my original Waterpik and my current toothbrush.
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Transfer large files and output Ultra HD video with this Belkin Thunderbolt 3 cable. The maximum transfer speed of 40Gbps rapidly transmits data, while 100W of power delivery let you charge most compatible laptops. This 2.62-foot Belkin Thunderbolt 3 cable offers plug-and-play functionality for simple use, and the ability to daisy-chain up to six devices provides easy workspace customization.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent build and performance!
on June 9, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
There isn't much to this here but to say this cord works! I have seen some of the fastest speeds my laptop has ever had for my memory card transfer. It charges things and also can be used with a monitor if it is supported. Finally ONE CORD to be used for anything I need.
It is a thick high quality cord with solid connectors but my only grip is that is it like 82cm in total length. That is a little more than 32inches. This is great for data transfer and docking stations mostly in my opinion. A must buy for all future devices as we make a shift to USB C.
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Simplify device management with this Logitech Harmony Express smart universal remote control. Amazon Alexa is built in, letting you issue voice commands to access entertainment, ask questions and a host of other features. This Logitech Harmony Express smart universal remote control lets you change TV channels, open apps on tablets and tackle numerous other tasks.
Customer Rating
3
CordCutters dream... Start Harmony Help for others
on May 15, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
I want to preface this review by saying this remote has a lot of potential! Logitech is onto something here with Alexa integration and I really can't wait to see the Harmony Express v2.0. You must be patient with this if you are buying it right now as there are always things that get improved with software and firmware updates. If you are an early adopter of tech, you know this is to be expected while bugs are discovered and improvements are made. I will tell you my decision later…
Here are some good things I liked in the time I used it. It has a quality speaker that is clear and loud that doubles as a remote finder that gets pretty loud. Since Alexa is built into the remote, you don't need to rely on TV speakers and it's always close by. Setup is easy but could be faster if they created some sort of Harmony cloud syncing so you can import previous devices.
By using this remote, you will have almost full access to Alexa from your remote if you don't own a Fire TV already. It makes a TV smart and adds voice operation if you have a TV pre 2018. This device futureproofs your setup. The Express App is excellent for learning how to use this device. It is key to learning voice commands and unlocking a full understanding of the product. There is limited "remote" functionality with simple input buttons should you be already using your phone. The Harmony Express phone app doesn't do much if you want to use your phone as a D-Pad to navigate. You can however press an input icon and it will switch everything to it for you all from your phone.
Some of my disappointments were the sharp edges that need to be refined so it is more comfortable to hold. Its shape is a bit odd and the layout of the buttons/D-pad require weird shifting in the hand to transition between them. Actual accuracy of the commands were not that great working with app based content.
Specifically when using the FireTV devices, voice commands do not work well for app involved voice commands. For something with Alexa integration I would expect better reliability when partnering with Amazon. I found myself troubleshooting more than using the remote the more I tried using it. Often you will get the remote to default to the TV remote rather than the cable box for instance. It could be the Harmony Express skill is not well developed too. To fix this I selected use Smart TV to launch apps. It integrates well with Samsung TV I have tested. I cannot ignore the connectivity issues, it says devices have become unpaired and the hub and remote lost connection.
I have found it is not smart enough to switch between devices intuitively. It will default to the TV controls from FireTV, in my experience after being idle a few minutes. The fix for this is saying "Start Harmony Help" and going through the questions like in other Harmony remotes to confirm things are on and correct. This is all done by voice which is cool. It often lags at times too. You will get a few spams of a button which is frustrating. This will happen in a home with much wireless interference like mine.
Verdict
I really want to love this remote but it just isn't advanced enough for my setup. That doesn't mean it isn't good, it means it doesn't work for me. Most cord cutters and cable ditchers who stream will be fine with this. If you use multi-color buttons to work with your DVR, Satellite TV, or even basic SmartTV functions, you will not want to put away your TV remote. Verbiage is not intuitive and there isn't much "AI" involved in figuring out what you meant between "go to" and "turn on" for example. If you memorize voice commands this will work for most of your needs. If you say one word different you will be stuck.
I really want to love this remote but it just isn't advanced enough for my setup. That doesn't mean it isn't good, it means it doesn't work for me. Most cord cutters and cable ditchers who stream will be fine with this. If you use multi-color buttons to work with your DVR, Satellite TV, or even basic SmartTV functions, you will not want to put away your TV remote. Verbiage is not intuitive and there isn't much "AI" involved in figuring out what you meant between "go to" and "turn on" for example. If you memorize voice commands this will work for most of your needs. If you say one word different you will be stuck.
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Only at Best Buy Listen in comfort with these Jabra Elite 85h wireless headphones. Integrated SmartSound audio technology adapts automatically to your surroundings, while a powerful battery offers up to 36 hours of playtime. These Jabra Elite 85h wireless headphones feature eight separate mics for excellent call quality and are rain-resistant for safe use in all weather conditions.
Customer Rating
4
Traveling Professional's Dream… ALMOST
on May 3, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
Build and Design 5/5
Features and Function 4/5
Audio Quality 3/5
Call Quality 5/5
Features and Function 4/5
Audio Quality 3/5
Call Quality 5/5
After a week with these as the daily driver having used them at work, traveling/commuting, and around the house, I decided I have seen enough to form a helpful opinion. Will they remain my daily driver, is the question. My background is in sales and I also am a small business owner. It is from those angles I will review these but all will find something in this review useful. I like to think of myself as a tech nerd and sound enthusiast who enjoys innovation as an early adopter.
The more I use these, I have to say these are made with business professionals in mind. For Jabra's first entry into the ANC wireless headphone market, we as customers are going to be in for a treat. Jabra is pushing innovation in the ANC market with these and I only see them getting better. We will benefit in the long run with AI implemented here. The call quality alone makes these a business professional's dream if you find yourself switching between phone calls to conference calls to media consumption or media creation on the go. These support simultaneous dual connections allowing you to seamlessly move between two devices. This makes these a serious contender as daily driver for business. You get ANC, excellent call quality and voice isolation with an above average sound all in one feature packed pair of headphones by a company known to tow the line in bluetooth call innovation. I believe Jabra is onto something with AI and if they can get this nailed, it will be a game changer. I want to love these, but the biggest thing holding me back is the "just above average" sound these produce. They aren't very loud and the soundstage needs a lot of work.
=Favorite Features=
Call Quality is the number one reason you would buy these. If you are a professional who travels and isn't an audiophile these can be for you. This is definitely for those who don't want to lug a separate device to make and take calls. With simultaneous connections, you can connect to your phone and a laptop/tablet to consume media. These are great for web conferences as well and voice isolation is superb. Background noises fade away with the algorithm and its 8 microphone array.
Call Quality is the number one reason you would buy these. If you are a professional who travels and isn't an audiophile these can be for you. This is definitely for those who don't want to lug a separate device to make and take calls. With simultaneous connections, you can connect to your phone and a laptop/tablet to consume media. These are great for web conferences as well and voice isolation is superb. Background noises fade away with the algorithm and its 8 microphone array.
Hear Through with Jabra is THE BEST implementation of listening to your surroundings done in any headphones PERIOD. I really believe it has to do with the microphones being under the cloth of the ear cup. This design choice seems to provide acoustic qualities that just sound like professional microphones. Wind noise is almost none existent since the cloth acts like a "deadcat" for the mic. It sounds like I don't have on any headphones and it doesn't sound like it is over processed. The only gripe I have is the noticeable hiss when you don't have any music playing and they are in ambient mode. I have tried many headphones and this even beats the Sony 1000XM3's Ambient Sound option.
Smart Sound is an exciting feature in development. Living your life while your headphones analyze your surroundings is going to be a game changer. Currently I find it switching profiles too often caused by changes in the environment without changing your location physically. ANC and hear through profiles switch via AI when voices become prominent in a room and then stop. These switches became annoying since I left the voice prompt on to know when it changed. The AI needs to be tuned, but for now it is easier to press the button to switch modes myself. It is early technology and I know Jabra will be updating things to make this better. No other headphones have attempted this feature so kudos to Jabra!
Water resistance should be standard by now, but slowly the industry is implementing it. Jabra has done well here. I have not and will not be testing the resistance, but using these at the gym is a go! Sweatproof… CHECK! These are also windproof due to the microphone design and fabric over them. You are protected against the elements with these in short durations.
My Thoughts for Improvement
-Headband needs to be redesigned. It is difficult to size these with one hand on each ear. You also cannot tell whether each ear cup in equal on both sides. There are no lines, clicks, or numbers to reference. This could be resolved on their next rendition, so let's remember it's their first release to market.
-These headphones are not for audiophiles but rather the avg listener who hasn't experienced audio from other headphones in this price range. These lack power and have a weak soundstage which is disappointing. I found the EQ in the app not really effective making it more of a gimmick than a feature. It feels like the EQ only tweaks audio by only reducing instead an frequencies and not boosting them. To an untrained ear, these will sound great if you never owned a pair of headphones in this price range before. For the price you do actually get innovation and call quality. Maybe they will upgrade the speakers in a later release to get more range and clarity. Maybe these can be fixed via a firmware update, who knows.
-Ear cups cause me to sweat and stick to my face. Cloth isn't the greatest material for cleaning but it is nice. I wish the ear cups were interchangeable with a breathable material or a redesigned cup so they aren't so hot and get sweaty.
-Hiss is audible in hear through mode.
-Headband needs to be redesigned. It is difficult to size these with one hand on each ear. You also cannot tell whether each ear cup in equal on both sides. There are no lines, clicks, or numbers to reference. This could be resolved on their next rendition, so let's remember it's their first release to market.
-These headphones are not for audiophiles but rather the avg listener who hasn't experienced audio from other headphones in this price range. These lack power and have a weak soundstage which is disappointing. I found the EQ in the app not really effective making it more of a gimmick than a feature. It feels like the EQ only tweaks audio by only reducing instead an frequencies and not boosting them. To an untrained ear, these will sound great if you never owned a pair of headphones in this price range before. For the price you do actually get innovation and call quality. Maybe they will upgrade the speakers in a later release to get more range and clarity. Maybe these can be fixed via a firmware update, who knows.
-Ear cups cause me to sweat and stick to my face. Cloth isn't the greatest material for cleaning but it is nice. I wish the ear cups were interchangeable with a breathable material or a redesigned cup so they aren't so hot and get sweaty.
-Hiss is audible in hear through mode.
Things to know:
Cannot be used passively - you need to have a charge in them to use them passively. I haven't seen this in any other ANC headphones which is disappointing.
AI is buggy - it is good to see AI implemented in a pair of headphones. It still needs work as it changes for no reason without changes in the environment or sounds.
USB C - this should be standard in 2019 but you'd be surprised how many still use micro and mini USB to charge. They do work while you charge them so that is a plus. I am not aware of any other headphones you can charge and use.
Quick Charge - 15mins nets you 5 hours. Enough said.
Bluetooth 5.0 - Enough said.
No aptX, LDAC, AAC, or hi-fi codecs supported. HSP v1.2 , HFP v1.7, A2DP v1.3, AVRCP v1.6, PBAP v1.1, SPP v1.2 support only with no plans to add HiFi codecs.
NOT BIG HEAD APPROVED!
Auto-On/Auto Pause - just by putting the headphones on powers them on. There are sensors that detect the presence of an ear in the cup.
Battery life KING. With ANC on you get 36hrs. Without ANC 41hrs. After a week of heavy use, I still have 60%. I do not doubt Jabra's battery claims. Industry average is around 25hrs so there you have it.
Build quality and design are excellent. No questions about this. Dedicated Voice Assistant button is a plus as well. The case provided is probably the best to date.
No Audio Delay/Lag on Android devices, but a slight delay on Apple devices I have tested.
Wear fatigue is real for some. Big heads will feel it. Ear cups handle big ears just fine.
Dual simultaneous connections occasionally cut in and out. Not often but it happens when you are streaming sound from one device and your other device gets a notification. It gets confused as to what should be heard and audio skips. This is to be expected.
Smart AI bugs are present. I guess the algorithms are still being tweaked but it will switch between the "public" and "private" moments with nothing in the surroundings changing. I will just be sitting on the couch and all of a sudden a voice will tell you what "moment" you are switching to. I ended up turning it off since the controls are pretty simple to find.
Lack of interchangeable ear cups. If these get ripped or damaged… tough. You will need to buy a new pair or look stupid. As of now I cannot find replacements. These remind me of those nasty toilet seats that were "foam" and when they tore, nasty stuff got in… same thing here. These will reek of sweat once the earcup membrane is compromised.
Cannot be used passively - you need to have a charge in them to use them passively. I haven't seen this in any other ANC headphones which is disappointing.
AI is buggy - it is good to see AI implemented in a pair of headphones. It still needs work as it changes for no reason without changes in the environment or sounds.
USB C - this should be standard in 2019 but you'd be surprised how many still use micro and mini USB to charge. They do work while you charge them so that is a plus. I am not aware of any other headphones you can charge and use.
Quick Charge - 15mins nets you 5 hours. Enough said.
Bluetooth 5.0 - Enough said.
No aptX, LDAC, AAC, or hi-fi codecs supported. HSP v1.2 , HFP v1.7, A2DP v1.3, AVRCP v1.6, PBAP v1.1, SPP v1.2 support only with no plans to add HiFi codecs.
NOT BIG HEAD APPROVED!
Auto-On/Auto Pause - just by putting the headphones on powers them on. There are sensors that detect the presence of an ear in the cup.
Battery life KING. With ANC on you get 36hrs. Without ANC 41hrs. After a week of heavy use, I still have 60%. I do not doubt Jabra's battery claims. Industry average is around 25hrs so there you have it.
Build quality and design are excellent. No questions about this. Dedicated Voice Assistant button is a plus as well. The case provided is probably the best to date.
No Audio Delay/Lag on Android devices, but a slight delay on Apple devices I have tested.
Wear fatigue is real for some. Big heads will feel it. Ear cups handle big ears just fine.
Dual simultaneous connections occasionally cut in and out. Not often but it happens when you are streaming sound from one device and your other device gets a notification. It gets confused as to what should be heard and audio skips. This is to be expected.
Smart AI bugs are present. I guess the algorithms are still being tweaked but it will switch between the "public" and "private" moments with nothing in the surroundings changing. I will just be sitting on the couch and all of a sudden a voice will tell you what "moment" you are switching to. I ended up turning it off since the controls are pretty simple to find.
Lack of interchangeable ear cups. If these get ripped or damaged… tough. You will need to buy a new pair or look stupid. As of now I cannot find replacements. These remind me of those nasty toilet seats that were "foam" and when they tore, nasty stuff got in… same thing here. These will reek of sweat once the earcup membrane is compromised.
In short, if you are thinking about getting them… go ahead. If you can catch these on sale HECK YEAH buy them. If you are an audiophile… pay $50 more and get one of the top two competitors in the market.
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Safeguard your home with this Arlo security camera system. Its 4K resolution provides maximum clarity so you don't miss a single detail, and a siren is integrated so you can fend off intruders either remotely or while at home. This Arlo security camera system is weather-resistant, so it's functional rain or shine.
Customer Rating
4
Moving in the right direction...
on April 11, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
-=First Impressions=-
You are treated to the typical Arlo presentation. Prepare to open a well presented and secure packaging to protect hardware from damage. Looking at the camera, it's a bundle of glossy white and black plastic, reminiscent of a piano key. They updated the design for the camera housing to a sliding sleeve-like implementation offering a more weather-sealed design by eliminating any ports on the back. Overall great design but I hate the proprietary charging port underneath.
You are treated to the typical Arlo presentation. Prepare to open a well presented and secure packaging to protect hardware from damage. Looking at the camera, it's a bundle of glossy white and black plastic, reminiscent of a piano key. They updated the design for the camera housing to a sliding sleeve-like implementation offering a more weather-sealed design by eliminating any ports on the back. Overall great design but I hate the proprietary charging port underneath.
Looking through the box you get a magnetic mount, a nice magnetic charger (proprietary… whomp whomp), some screws, and literature. I am not a fan of the new wall mount versus the ball mounts of past models though. The proprietary cord is short and adds another disappointment early on for me. I'm going to have to shell out more cash to find a better solution that currently isn't available for purchase. For now, I will only be able to run this camera in battery-mode which won't last long.
The Arlo Hub has also been updated with a new and sleek smaller footprint that eliminates all ports you have on previous models. Way too minimalistic if you ask me since you lose the 2 USB ports in the older base station and get only a micro SD for video recordings in return (whomp whomp). The Ultra base station is backwards compatible with previous Arlo models, but the camera alone is not. If you wanted to save some money and just get an Ultra add-on camera, you are out of luck when trying to just add it to your old system.
The app/software is still a bit clunky but it works more often than not. Syncing the cameras to the new base station was quick and painless. The time it takes to connect to the feed seems hit or miss. This could be my network but I doubt it. Even still, I would expect connectivity issues and timing out to have been worked out in the alpha phase of an app. They are still around, but Arlo is doing a great job working on patches. Although many of the major issues have been worked out through firmware updates, I still get annoyed when I try to connect and get a timed out message.
XX||- FIX for BASE_STATION_ERROR_4403 -||XX
I received the base_station_error_4403 when upgrading the firmware on an Arlo Pro 2 camera, but I resolved this by removing the camera battery and putting it back in. This forced it to resync and it took the firmware update. I also restarted my router and Arlo base station as part of the trouble shooting process before removing the camera battery. Hopefully this will help some of those who are weary of Arlo and these bugs.
I received the base_station_error_4403 when upgrading the firmware on an Arlo Pro 2 camera, but I resolved this by removing the camera battery and putting it back in. This forced it to resync and it took the firmware update. I also restarted my router and Arlo base station as part of the trouble shooting process before removing the camera battery. Hopefully this will help some of those who are weary of Arlo and these bugs.
-=Build=- (8/10)
Everything is made of plastic, but still solid. Bright. White. Shiny. Plastic. They are built with affordability in mind. The camera lens bulges out like a frog eye, so just hope you don't drop it when trying to change a battery with the new button release feature. I guess camouflage and blending in wasn't important and still isn't by camera manufacturers. The cameras all yell, "Look at me! Look how pretty I am! I'm watching you…" Hopefully, nice skins are made for this one that won't cause it to overheat. The provided magnetic mount is NOT good for outdoor use since someone can just walk up and snatch your camera. To rectify this, Arlo has included a threaded mounting option for which they do NOT provide. You will need to shell out more money if you want to use these outdoors. Overall, I do not question if these will last. Above average build quality but I do worry about how hot the camera can get recording 4k all day in a high traffic area. Not worried about it blowing up or failing, but heating and cooling rapidly cannot be good for the internals.
Everything is made of plastic, but still solid. Bright. White. Shiny. Plastic. They are built with affordability in mind. The camera lens bulges out like a frog eye, so just hope you don't drop it when trying to change a battery with the new button release feature. I guess camouflage and blending in wasn't important and still isn't by camera manufacturers. The cameras all yell, "Look at me! Look how pretty I am! I'm watching you…" Hopefully, nice skins are made for this one that won't cause it to overheat. The provided magnetic mount is NOT good for outdoor use since someone can just walk up and snatch your camera. To rectify this, Arlo has included a threaded mounting option for which they do NOT provide. You will need to shell out more money if you want to use these outdoors. Overall, I do not question if these will last. Above average build quality but I do worry about how hot the camera can get recording 4k all day in a high traffic area. Not worried about it blowing up or failing, but heating and cooling rapidly cannot be good for the internals.
-=Setup=- (9/10)
These cameras were up and running in 10 minutes. If you can install an app on your phone or press a button you have all skills needed to make this work. Mounting where you want them takes the skills of creativity and planning to make sure you are getting the view you want most. All you do is give power to the base, plug the base into your router, and sync the cameras… that easy. The longest part was creating a login for Arlo which took all of 3 minutes. Out of the 10 minutes to get the cameras online, 3 of them you will be making an account unless you already have a Netgear account. If you want to use the Alexa skill, add another minute to setup because you have to link the skill to your Netgear account. I easily integrated my older Arlo 2 Pro and Arlo 2 cameras with the new system. Just press sync and name your camera.
These cameras were up and running in 10 minutes. If you can install an app on your phone or press a button you have all skills needed to make this work. Mounting where you want them takes the skills of creativity and planning to make sure you are getting the view you want most. All you do is give power to the base, plug the base into your router, and sync the cameras… that easy. The longest part was creating a login for Arlo which took all of 3 minutes. Out of the 10 minutes to get the cameras online, 3 of them you will be making an account unless you already have a Netgear account. If you want to use the Alexa skill, add another minute to setup because you have to link the skill to your Netgear account. I easily integrated my older Arlo 2 Pro and Arlo 2 cameras with the new system. Just press sync and name your camera.
-=Things I Love=-
+180, 155, and 120 FOV - I love the wide angle options available. I have Arlo Pro 2 and I set the Ultra to 120 for a better match of other cameras.
+Audio recording quality - sounds full and realistic. Has noise cancelling built in as well. Nothing records audio better than this camera.
+Ease of Use/Setup - this is the fastest camera system I have ever setup. I have use ALL of the other competitors out there.
+Spot light - A great addition to a security camera.
+Arlo App - this app is the best! I can monitor ALL my cameras live if I want to as if I am in front of a security room with screens for each camera. You can have 2way conversations through the app, make camera adjustments, and zoom all in app.
+Video file size - I have over 2 weeks of footage with 4 cameras recording just coming in around 70GB. I predict easily 1 month of recording space on this card before it overwrites.
+Third Party Integration - the camera seamlessly integrates with Alexa. I love the ability to say Alexa, show me the backyard and I get a full screen (ON TV!) through my FireTV. It works with the Echo Show and Echo Spot well also. It also supports SmartThings, IFTTT, and Strinfigy too.
+AI Arlo Smart - the camera is smart enough to know the difference between a person, animal, vehicle, etc to reduce the number of false alerts.
+Doubles as Unmonitored Security System - the Arlo system includes a siren that can be triggered automatically if you set the rules to do so. It offers geofencing so if you are away and it detects you are not in your home, you can set rules to sound a siren much like ADT systems with ear piercing decibels. This could make an intruder think you have an alarm and force them to leave.
+Secure Offsite Storage and Easy Downloads of Videos - if someone steals or disables your cameras, the recordings don't go with them. You have them stored online and easily accessible to upload or email to someone in the cloud. Options if you don't like the cloud for your privacy.
+180, 155, and 120 FOV - I love the wide angle options available. I have Arlo Pro 2 and I set the Ultra to 120 for a better match of other cameras.
+Audio recording quality - sounds full and realistic. Has noise cancelling built in as well. Nothing records audio better than this camera.
+Ease of Use/Setup - this is the fastest camera system I have ever setup. I have use ALL of the other competitors out there.
+Spot light - A great addition to a security camera.
+Arlo App - this app is the best! I can monitor ALL my cameras live if I want to as if I am in front of a security room with screens for each camera. You can have 2way conversations through the app, make camera adjustments, and zoom all in app.
+Video file size - I have over 2 weeks of footage with 4 cameras recording just coming in around 70GB. I predict easily 1 month of recording space on this card before it overwrites.
+Third Party Integration - the camera seamlessly integrates with Alexa. I love the ability to say Alexa, show me the backyard and I get a full screen (ON TV!) through my FireTV. It works with the Echo Show and Echo Spot well also. It also supports SmartThings, IFTTT, and Strinfigy too.
+AI Arlo Smart - the camera is smart enough to know the difference between a person, animal, vehicle, etc to reduce the number of false alerts.
+Doubles as Unmonitored Security System - the Arlo system includes a siren that can be triggered automatically if you set the rules to do so. It offers geofencing so if you are away and it detects you are not in your home, you can set rules to sound a siren much like ADT systems with ear piercing decibels. This could make an intruder think you have an alarm and force them to leave.
+Secure Offsite Storage and Easy Downloads of Videos - if someone steals or disables your cameras, the recordings don't go with them. You have them stored online and easily accessible to upload or email to someone in the cloud. Options if you don't like the cloud for your privacy.
-=Things to be Improved=-
-Lack of outdoor mount - for the price of this system, you should include at least one outdoor mount instead of charging over $20 for one.
-New base required - if you are an existing Arlo customer, you will need to buy an Arlo Ultra with base station to get in on this awesome camera. The new base is backwards compatible so you will not be able to just get an Ultra addon camera.
-Proprietary cord - NO WHERE can I find a cord that is longer for a hardwire install. I am forced to use battery because I am a few inches short of where I have a plug nearby. Very disappointing. A 6-7inch cord to charge… REALLY ARLO? I am sure we will be able to purchase this one soon from Arlo.
-Video quality - you get 1080p when streaming outside of your WiFi meaning your recordings. The actual footage on the SD card is very compressed. It has more dynamic range but I really see 4k in great lighting. Low light I question 4k quality. It looks more of the 1080p quality. It is still very graining in low light situations.
-Battery life - isn't the greatest. To test I used it in my living room to see what a very high traffic area would do to the battery life and it only made it 3 days before I recharged it at 10%.
-Mount - not a fan of the included mount. It makes it hard to charge your camera while mounted. I recommend using the threaded mount (you will buy).
-Alexa Skill - it would be nice to be able to do other functions besides just showing the feed. Features like 2-way communication and maybe zooming in from the remote or voice commands would be great. Maybe asking battery levels/connection strength of the cameras as well would be useful too.
-High gloss white exterior - I would like to see other options rather than having a bright white camera as the only one. White is not a great color to conceal a camera and will attract attention of someone who wanted to steal the camera.
-Lack of outdoor mount - for the price of this system, you should include at least one outdoor mount instead of charging over $20 for one.
-New base required - if you are an existing Arlo customer, you will need to buy an Arlo Ultra with base station to get in on this awesome camera. The new base is backwards compatible so you will not be able to just get an Ultra addon camera.
-Proprietary cord - NO WHERE can I find a cord that is longer for a hardwire install. I am forced to use battery because I am a few inches short of where I have a plug nearby. Very disappointing. A 6-7inch cord to charge… REALLY ARLO? I am sure we will be able to purchase this one soon from Arlo.
-Video quality - you get 1080p when streaming outside of your WiFi meaning your recordings. The actual footage on the SD card is very compressed. It has more dynamic range but I really see 4k in great lighting. Low light I question 4k quality. It looks more of the 1080p quality. It is still very graining in low light situations.
-Battery life - isn't the greatest. To test I used it in my living room to see what a very high traffic area would do to the battery life and it only made it 3 days before I recharged it at 10%.
-Mount - not a fan of the included mount. It makes it hard to charge your camera while mounted. I recommend using the threaded mount (you will buy).
-Alexa Skill - it would be nice to be able to do other functions besides just showing the feed. Features like 2-way communication and maybe zooming in from the remote or voice commands would be great. Maybe asking battery levels/connection strength of the cameras as well would be useful too.
-High gloss white exterior - I would like to see other options rather than having a bright white camera as the only one. White is not a great color to conceal a camera and will attract attention of someone who wanted to steal the camera.
-=The Verdict=-
If you are looking at this, you probably are or have already researched the other names in the game. In my opinion, this is THE BEST system out there overall. If provides the most options and you can scale it to grow with you. I can foresee this becoming a part of every security systems. I like where this is going. Not a must buy now that the Arlo Pro 2 is cheaper with this release.
If you are looking at this, you probably are or have already researched the other names in the game. In my opinion, this is THE BEST system out there overall. If provides the most options and you can scale it to grow with you. I can foresee this becoming a part of every security systems. I like where this is going. Not a must buy now that the Arlo Pro 2 is cheaper with this release.
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Cordless cleaning made easier. The Dyson V11 Torque Drive Cord-free Vacuum intelligently optimizes suction and run time to deep clean everywhere. Real-time reporting on the LCD screen gives you total control of your clean.
Customer Rating
5
The GOLD Standard...Once and for all!
on March 26, 2019
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
Sunday, March 24, 2019
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I must say this vacuum is impressive and nothing short of amazing! From the moments spent unboxing to the ease of use, this Dyson oozes sophistication and innovation. Dyson vacuums are the gold standard for a reason and the V11 takes the crown. With this latest rendition incorporating a color LCD screen, it takes the guesswork out of battery life and/or troubleshooting.
You will enjoy long cleaning sessions with the wide array of cleaning tools provided. From the pesky and annoying stair jobs to dusting and clearing sofa cushions, I find myself vacuuming more making this my new workhorse. My wife likes it so much she gave away our old cord vacuum. The motor automatically calibrates in real time depending on the different attachments and tools. It is mobile and lasts long enough to vacuum my 2600sqft home with 40% battery to spare including the stairs. This has truly replaced our traditional corded vacuums. Be prepared to be shocked and in awe of the power and efficiency of this cleaning powerhouse.
You will enjoy long cleaning sessions with the wide array of cleaning tools provided. From the pesky and annoying stair jobs to dusting and clearing sofa cushions, I find myself vacuuming more making this my new workhorse. My wife likes it so much she gave away our old cord vacuum. The motor automatically calibrates in real time depending on the different attachments and tools. It is mobile and lasts long enough to vacuum my 2600sqft home with 40% battery to spare including the stairs. This has truly replaced our traditional corded vacuums. Be prepared to be shocked and in awe of the power and efficiency of this cleaning powerhouse.
Most notable features
Display-the color display makes the vacuum. It clearly communicates to the user what is going on.
Powerful deep cleaning-it is shocking how much your old vacuum has left. I am still getting stuff after vacuuming.
Battery-offers more than enough time to make it through the day on a single charge.
Intelligent suction - automatically adjusts vacuum speed to clean any surface while optimizing battery consumption.
Build quality-you know this is quality when you hold it. It is built like a weapon made to last the many wars on dirt.
Display-the color display makes the vacuum. It clearly communicates to the user what is going on.
Powerful deep cleaning-it is shocking how much your old vacuum has left. I am still getting stuff after vacuuming.
Battery-offers more than enough time to make it through the day on a single charge.
Intelligent suction - automatically adjusts vacuum speed to clean any surface while optimizing battery consumption.
Build quality-you know this is quality when you hold it. It is built like a weapon made to last the many wars on dirt.
My recommendations and comments
Weight-one handed extended use is taxing on the forearm when using to spot clean. Two hands will become the norm for extended use. Using the Torque Drive head reduces fatigue by distributing the weight across the tube.
Ergonomics of the grip-I found it a bit uncomfortable after long periods of use on my inner part of the grip between my thumb and index finger.
No true on switch-this is a well documented request for a while now. It would be less taxing if you didn't have to said a trigger for long cleaning sessions.
No removable battery-another innovation that needs to be made. I have a competitor vacuum who does this already.
Charge time-I think it averaged maybe 4 hours to go from completely dead to full.
Weight-one handed extended use is taxing on the forearm when using to spot clean. Two hands will become the norm for extended use. Using the Torque Drive head reduces fatigue by distributing the weight across the tube.
Ergonomics of the grip-I found it a bit uncomfortable after long periods of use on my inner part of the grip between my thumb and index finger.
No true on switch-this is a well documented request for a while now. It would be less taxing if you didn't have to said a trigger for long cleaning sessions.
No removable battery-another innovation that needs to be made. I have a competitor vacuum who does this already.
Charge time-I think it averaged maybe 4 hours to go from completely dead to full.
Verdict
If you have money to buy the best, then this is it! Although the price is up there, you get what you pay for. This is not for everyone due to the price, but it IS for everyone!
If you have money to buy the best, then this is it! Although the price is up there, you get what you pay for. This is not for everyone due to the price, but it IS for everyone!
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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.
6 years, 4 months ago
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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.
6 years, 6 months ago
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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.
6 years, 6 months ago
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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.
6 years, 7 months ago
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