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Make your shower your sanctuary. Spin for an exhilarating cleansing experience complete with a 4-piece skin-perfecting face and body brush system that has self-care down to a science.
Customer Rating
3
Great for Facials... For feet not so much
on October 14, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
The Vanity Planet Face and Body Cleansing System is a cheap beginners kit for skin care. It is completely made out of plastic from the drive to the handle. It feels cheap and disposable to me which doesn't bode well for quality. Let's start with the unboxing experience. Prepare to be amazed by the simple tray and sleeve presentation! Pull out the tray to reveal EVERYTHING you wanted. Facial and body brushes along with a pumice stone and NO BATTERIES. This is the type of gift you expect to see at maybe a secret Santa event for someone you don't know.
To get started, pull straight down on the battery handle/door to reveal the battery compartment that takes 6-AA. Take off the lid to the battery compartment to reveal the need for 4 AA batteries which are NOT included. There is not a way to buy replacements parts from what I could tell. There is nothing mentioned on the box or in the literature included with it. This for all intents and purposes is a "single-use" product after your attachments are expended. You will not have the option to buy attachments again. Here is a shining example of planned obsolescence for anyone who doesn't understand what that is.
The almost all-plastic build appears to be at least water-resistant, but I don't see anywhere that's clearly marked or advertised. I see seals around the battery compartment and a rubberized switch which leads me to believe this is meant for wet/dry use. The brushes work great on your face and skin but the pumice stone isn't enough to make a difference. In short, this is a quick fix for something you may want to invest in if you are into skincare. There are better kits out there that offer replacement parts so it's on you. Do you want disposable or do you want reusable and quality?
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The Yale Smart Cabinet Lock mounts inside most cabinets and drawers to safely store medicine, cleaning supplies, liquor or important documents. With the Yale Access app, lock/unlock, share access and see access history, anytime, anywhere. *Access anywhere requires the Yale Connect Wi-Fi Bridge bundle
Customer Rating
4
Excellent Smart Lock for Cabinets and Small Doors
on October 12, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
The Yale Smart Cabinet Lock is a solid Bluetooth locking solution for lightweight doors. It isn't affordable to the masses, but it solves a problem either permanently or temporarily with a choice of tape or screws. It connects through HomeKit or just Bluetooth using the Yale Access app (iOS & Android).
This kit is mostly built of plastic externals and EVERYTHING important to secure the lock is plastic. It includes everything to make the install easy to include stick-on templates to line things up perfectly each time. I cannot complain about the installation process. SUPER EASY for me and should be for you too.
The only thing I worry about is how long the plastic for the latch and lock will last before it gets brittle and is easy to break. After pulling the door, this can withstand a strong tug. It's not going to stop a thief, but it will stop children and anyone with a little common sense. Another concern I have is how will it be to get replacement parts for this.
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Easily track you and your children~s (pediatric use) well-being with the ability to store up to 60 measurements for up to 2 users. A universal cuff is wearable on any wrist large or small. The Beurer BC57 synchronizes with your smartphone via Bluetooth~ technology so you can see your readings over time and share with your doctor. It also identifies arrythmia and alerts you of any detections.
Customer Rating
3
Good but READ TESTING CONDITIONS
on September 21, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
The Beurer BC57 blood pressure monitor does a great job of being portable and easy to use regarding just getting the reading. After setup, you press the power button and wait. This device does the job, but it is only as good as the end user's ability to "test" properly. There are many different ways to throw this off, so you will NEED to read all the requirements carefully to get an accurate reading.
The setup process is straightforward. The app is elementary and serves more of a journal or log of your readings, in my opinion. The BC57 has a power save feature if you forget to turn it off after 3 minutes, so it will help you from killing the battery, which I like. The packaging touts Google Fit integration, but there are NO readings to view in Google Fit. HOWEVER, I was able to get it to sync up with Samsung Health and import my readings automatically, which is REALLY cool. This should be added to the box as well.
FOR SAMSUNG HEALTH INTEGRATION: after Bluetooth is enabled on the BC57, open Samsung Health, tap settings, tap accessories, and then scan for accessories where you will find BC57 to register.
In short, this is a nice piece to have at home and does the job, but you need to be aware of all the things that could create a false reading to keep things accurate.
The setup process is straightforward. The app is elementary and serves more of a journal or log of your readings, in my opinion. The BC57 has a power save feature if you forget to turn it off after 3 minutes, so it will help you from killing the battery, which I like. The packaging touts Google Fit integration, but there are NO readings to view in Google Fit. HOWEVER, I was able to get it to sync up with Samsung Health and import my readings automatically, which is REALLY cool. This should be added to the box as well.
FOR SAMSUNG HEALTH INTEGRATION: after Bluetooth is enabled on the BC57, open Samsung Health, tap settings, tap accessories, and then scan for accessories where you will find BC57 to register.
In short, this is a nice piece to have at home and does the job, but you need to be aware of all the things that could create a false reading to keep things accurate.
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Enjoy the ease of the all-new Dinamica Plus Connected, a fully-automatic espresso machine that precisely prepares 16 barista-style beverages at the touch of a button. Experience the simplistic elegance of a colorful touch-display that intelligently controls a built-in conical grinder, delivering maximum freshness and flavor with every use. The new Coffee Link App levels up personalization like never before by letting you save up to 3 custom profiles complete with recipe favorites. You~re just a touch away from expertly tailored coffee, tips and tricks, and even machine maintenance updates. From recipe selection to first sip, this masterful machine is built to deliver authentic espresso in the comfort of your home.
Customer Rating
4
Great Coffee Shop Experience @home
on September 16, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
This machine is AMAZING for my house and probably yours too. Let’s be honest, if you are looking at his machine, you probably spend for the “barista” experience, and you can now have that at home! The Dinamica Plus is, to me, simply a work of art and engineering. Something so powerful packed in a machine that fits on my counter yet produces perfect and repeatable results with the touch of a screen is exciting. It blends into any modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. This one machine is everything you need to make a coffee (beans, water, frother, and expresso maker) and EVEN the barista! Your job is to select the drink you want and enjoy the amazing smells and sounds of a coffee shop in your own home. The one thing I like most about this machine is consistency. Your drinks will remain the same every time. No more accidentally adding too much milk or creamer; that’s taken care of for you. The coolest part of this is that all drinks are fully customizable, and you get four profiles and a guest to make drink settings.
Ease of Use
This machine can make anything from cappuccinos to lattes to plain expresso to ordinary coffee like a k-cup. With that being said, you will need to spend time in the manual to learn about drinks and customizations to program things to your liking. Don’t get me wrong, this machine is good at making drinks with default settings, but there is nothing like making it a little stronger or adding a little more creamer/milk to get it just right, and THAT makes it all worth it. The app is nice and basic, but more of a gimmick for me since it is like a remote control that works when within range. To be truly impressive, incorporate voice assistant integration, and you will be the BEST machine hands down. To be able to say what you want and the drink is made from anywhere there is internet sounds exciting to me. At the same time, it may be scary to those who work at a coffee shop as this would mean no need for baristas.
This machine can make anything from cappuccinos to lattes to plain expresso to ordinary coffee like a k-cup. With that being said, you will need to spend time in the manual to learn about drinks and customizations to program things to your liking. Don’t get me wrong, this machine is good at making drinks with default settings, but there is nothing like making it a little stronger or adding a little more creamer/milk to get it just right, and THAT makes it all worth it. The app is nice and basic, but more of a gimmick for me since it is like a remote control that works when within range. To be truly impressive, incorporate voice assistant integration, and you will be the BEST machine hands down. To be able to say what you want and the drink is made from anywhere there is internet sounds exciting to me. At the same time, it may be scary to those who work at a coffee shop as this would mean no need for baristas.
My Observations
There were a few things I noticed that made me scratch my head though here too. First, if you make a mistake, YOU WILL LOSE any grinds after canceling the drink. I don’t understand why but I am sure it is due to the mechanics and simple programming being run in the machine. It to me is pretty annoying to know delicious EXPENSIVE coffee is being dumped into a container with other expended grounds reducing your chances of using it again. This brings me to the next part, using it with pre-ground coffee. If you need to use pre-ground coffee, you will see it get clogged when in humid environments or after making a few cups with grounds as they stick to the sides of the chute. For some, it may be too big for their counters and may run into problems with reloading under a cabinet.
There were a few things I noticed that made me scratch my head though here too. First, if you make a mistake, YOU WILL LOSE any grinds after canceling the drink. I don’t understand why but I am sure it is due to the mechanics and simple programming being run in the machine. It to me is pretty annoying to know delicious EXPENSIVE coffee is being dumped into a container with other expended grounds reducing your chances of using it again. This brings me to the next part, using it with pre-ground coffee. If you need to use pre-ground coffee, you will see it get clogged when in humid environments or after making a few cups with grounds as they stick to the sides of the chute. For some, it may be too big for their counters and may run into problems with reloading under a cabinet.
Let's Do Better
I’d really like the incorporation of digital assistants like Google or Alexa with voice functions to make a cup of coffee at a certain time. I didn’t see the option to do the basics like power on and brew a cup on a schedule, and that would be nice. I wish it would autosave the last setting used i.e., I use the largest cup size with the scooper to finish some leftover pre-ground coffee, and I have to click the bean button like 5-6 times to get to the scoop then 5-6 more times to get the largest quantity. I get that we usually grind beans each time for this machine, but it’s the little things like that to set yourself apart.
In all, I LOVE this machine and can recommend it to ANYONE who has the budget for it. You will not be disappointed and maybe will come back a click “helpful” under my review!
I’d really like the incorporation of digital assistants like Google or Alexa with voice functions to make a cup of coffee at a certain time. I didn’t see the option to do the basics like power on and brew a cup on a schedule, and that would be nice. I wish it would autosave the last setting used i.e., I use the largest cup size with the scooper to finish some leftover pre-ground coffee, and I have to click the bean button like 5-6 times to get to the scoop then 5-6 more times to get the largest quantity. I get that we usually grind beans each time for this machine, but it’s the little things like that to set yourself apart.
In all, I LOVE this machine and can recommend it to ANYONE who has the budget for it. You will not be disappointed and maybe will come back a click “helpful” under my review!
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MEET INNER SOUND: Sound is music we love, noise we wish to avoid, and voices we do not want to miss.Introducing Devialet Gemini True Wireless earbuds: giving you the best of sound, in all its dimensions. Transforming 15 years of acoustics R&D and engineering into a portable design you can enjoy on the move.
Customer Rating
4
Great 1st GO at High-end Wireless Earbuds DEVIALET
on September 9, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
The Devialet Gemini comeback story begins… the main issues are fixed regarding the software bugs and connectivity issues. We now have a stable and POWERFUL set of ANC earbuds for your listening pleasure. If you know Devialet, you are to expect nothing but excellence and fantastic sound. If you have not heard of Devialet, be prepared for a SWEET introduction to incredible sound from their first entry into the earbud market. I am glad to see Devialet bounce back to provide another viable ANC earbud for our listening pleasure.
First and foremost, these look and sound AMAZING!!!! Build quality is top-notch and made of high-quality materials. The Phantom speaker design language is present, and you will like these if you are into Devialet's minimalistic styling. From the case to the actual buds, you will NOT question the build of these, and in fact, using these will reassure you of your purchase.
OVERVIEW
Setup 4/5
Build 5/5
Sound 5/5
ANC 5/5
Battery 4/5
App & Features 2/5
Call Quality 2/5
SETUP/BUILD. The Gemini setup was straightforward. Open the earbuds, find your tips, remove the blue tape from the contacts, charge the case (Qi compatible), and pair them using the Bluetooth menu. For the REAL experience, download the Devialet Gemini app for customizations. I instantly notice that these sound GREAT, especially if you tweak the EQ (it works) to your liking. The flat EQ setting is an excellent balanced sound profile. Most buds are not affected by the EQ in-app, but these you can definitely notice every time a change is made. I found that if I put the case on a charger first, the case would be "activated," and you could get it to pair after removing the blue tape from each earbud. After they are "charged", you can pair them in the app.
SOUND. In my experience, the Geminis are at the top for sound quality in the wireless ANC space, ESPECIALLY at the $299 price point. Lows and mids are powerful and clean, with sharp separation between bass and mids. Vocals do not sound processed and are just clear studio-quality sound and not warm to my ear. Things were not tinny or piercing at any point and stayed quite balanced, even while at higher volumes. The soundstage sounds tight and controlled. They don't feel wide or airy like some other buds out there and stay true to Devialet's sound. If you like the Phantom and Reactor speakers' design, you will like these. If you turn on ANC, the sound quality is slightly different, but many will not worry.
ANC. ANC is superb and performs with the best of them… also a top 3 in this category. These do an excellent job of blocking out voices and creating a "silent room" in noisy environments. I have no complaints with ANC except every now, and then I could hear a slight white noise but it isn't too bad. My wife couldn't hear it so your results may vary. The experience overall is great until you have to interact with the touch controls. The touch interface is where things take a hard turn for me. I HATE these touch controls and the lack of options for customization. I will only say this is good for play/pause and switch between transparency and ANC modes. I believe this is where they should lose the "truly wireless" moniker because you TRULY MUST use your phone for simple things like volume control and voice control. You must choose between VOICE ASSISTANT and SKIPPING/REPLAYING songs for your "customizing" pleasure. This is a FAIL in my book for this price point. I would expect some more functionality in this department for the price.
BATTERY. Battery life will vary depending on usage (volume, ANC, transparency, etc.). I used mine around 65% volume without ANC (neutral mode) and was able to get through three full workdays before NEEDING to recharge the case. With my NORMAL use, not TESTING, I will have my ears/case on a wireless charger at my desk, so they are always charged when I need them. For some detail, I talk on the phone for maybe 2-3 hours, listen to music for about 2 hours, or they go in the case. In summation, I concur battery life is AT LEAST as advertised, but mileage will vary. I charge the case every other day while using these about 8 hours a day at work and putting them back in the case to charge. By keeping them in the case, you will always have enough to talk.
APP & FEATURES. Now - the app… this is the GLARING WEAKNESS for the Geminis, and I will sum it up in one word, COMPROMISE. While the main things with software were fixed regarding stability and connectivity issues and app, the app remains handicapped and unfinished with LOTS of room for polish and features. The biggest plus of the app is still the EQ! This is one of the few EQs you will use to NOTICE every change in the six bands provided. Now, we must get to the rest of it, and it isn't good. The interface is VERY basic and limited. I need to use my phone for EVERYTHING like VOL, skipping and repeating tracks, and using a voice assistant. Whatever you choose, you will basically have to give up something else. On Gemini 2, I expect to see BIG STRIDES in the app and polish the overall experience we are used to seeing with the Phantom and Reactor lineups.
CALL QUALITY. Call quality is just OK or mediocre at best. This is partially due to there only being 1 microphone dedicated to calls. The overall shape encourages wind noise with the "dip" into the touch control - much like when you cup your ear to hear a little better. Most people said they could tell I was on earbuds and could hear lots of background noise. On a scale of 1-5, this is a firm 2 and a weak point for sure - but hey, did we buy these to do work and talk all day, or was it their sound and small form factor that won you over?
NOTABLY NOT PRESENT are features like HiFi codecs, no multiple device connections, no simultaneous multi-device connections, no power-save auto-off features, no background noise mic canceling, and TOUCH CUSTOMIZABILITY - did I mention no multi-device connections? SMH. Pick one and reconnect to another. Do yourself a favor and "forget" the connection to avoid repairing the previously connected device. A PITA for $300 the fact you must re-pair EACH TIME.
Things I Noted
-Anytime you touch them, you hear a clicking noise while in ANC mode from what I presume is the speaker. Touch controls are delayed and not the greatest.
-When cycling through modes using touch controls, you only get transparency and ANC modes. I want NEUTRAL in there too because it is THE BEST way to listen to these.
-The way to overcome the lack of touch controls is to use the voice assistant. These REALLY need a way to control the volume on the buds themselves. Touch controls for swipes could be added for volume.
-Pairing was a pain with Apple. You need to manually connect to the Geminis rather than trust the app to link up to the case. The case will connect just fine with the "LE," but the actual earbuds do not connect until you tap it in the Bluetooth settings. Pairing with Android was easier since the case did not automatically pair instead of the headphones.
Pros
Wireless charging case WITH REPLACEABLE battery
Sound quality
Functioning EQ
XS Ear tips (one more size for small ears)
Cons
-Case - battery levels can only be accurately known when buds are in the case, and it is open while being connected to the app.
-No auto power-off or power save option.
-Buds stay on if IN case and the case is slid open.
-Limited touch controls
-No quick charge advertised. How much juice in a pinch?
-Cannot use both earbuds interchangeably for music or calls, you must use the right if you need only one bud in. As soon as you close the case, the disconnection happens when using only left bud.
-No simultaneous multiconnection. No multi-device connections. One device per pair.
-Sometimes, reconnection problems when connecting/disconnecting a single bud after the initial connection.
-No usable background noise cancellation. You can hear any wind or noise in the background.
-Bluetooth 5.0 BLE/2.4GHz not 5.2
-APTX support but no HiFi codecs. LDAC would have been nice.
In short, these are great-sounding earbuds, but for the price, there are better overall experiences out there. These feel like their first go at it, and the app is unfinished and needs polish. These will be good in a few years after they work out the software side of things. Hardware-wise, these are excellent. But if you are a fan of Devialet and great sound but not looking for high marks in call quality.
First and foremost, these look and sound AMAZING!!!! Build quality is top-notch and made of high-quality materials. The Phantom speaker design language is present, and you will like these if you are into Devialet's minimalistic styling. From the case to the actual buds, you will NOT question the build of these, and in fact, using these will reassure you of your purchase.
OVERVIEW
Setup 4/5
Build 5/5
Sound 5/5
ANC 5/5
Battery 4/5
App & Features 2/5
Call Quality 2/5
SETUP/BUILD. The Gemini setup was straightforward. Open the earbuds, find your tips, remove the blue tape from the contacts, charge the case (Qi compatible), and pair them using the Bluetooth menu. For the REAL experience, download the Devialet Gemini app for customizations. I instantly notice that these sound GREAT, especially if you tweak the EQ (it works) to your liking. The flat EQ setting is an excellent balanced sound profile. Most buds are not affected by the EQ in-app, but these you can definitely notice every time a change is made. I found that if I put the case on a charger first, the case would be "activated," and you could get it to pair after removing the blue tape from each earbud. After they are "charged", you can pair them in the app.
SOUND. In my experience, the Geminis are at the top for sound quality in the wireless ANC space, ESPECIALLY at the $299 price point. Lows and mids are powerful and clean, with sharp separation between bass and mids. Vocals do not sound processed and are just clear studio-quality sound and not warm to my ear. Things were not tinny or piercing at any point and stayed quite balanced, even while at higher volumes. The soundstage sounds tight and controlled. They don't feel wide or airy like some other buds out there and stay true to Devialet's sound. If you like the Phantom and Reactor speakers' design, you will like these. If you turn on ANC, the sound quality is slightly different, but many will not worry.
ANC. ANC is superb and performs with the best of them… also a top 3 in this category. These do an excellent job of blocking out voices and creating a "silent room" in noisy environments. I have no complaints with ANC except every now, and then I could hear a slight white noise but it isn't too bad. My wife couldn't hear it so your results may vary. The experience overall is great until you have to interact with the touch controls. The touch interface is where things take a hard turn for me. I HATE these touch controls and the lack of options for customization. I will only say this is good for play/pause and switch between transparency and ANC modes. I believe this is where they should lose the "truly wireless" moniker because you TRULY MUST use your phone for simple things like volume control and voice control. You must choose between VOICE ASSISTANT and SKIPPING/REPLAYING songs for your "customizing" pleasure. This is a FAIL in my book for this price point. I would expect some more functionality in this department for the price.
BATTERY. Battery life will vary depending on usage (volume, ANC, transparency, etc.). I used mine around 65% volume without ANC (neutral mode) and was able to get through three full workdays before NEEDING to recharge the case. With my NORMAL use, not TESTING, I will have my ears/case on a wireless charger at my desk, so they are always charged when I need them. For some detail, I talk on the phone for maybe 2-3 hours, listen to music for about 2 hours, or they go in the case. In summation, I concur battery life is AT LEAST as advertised, but mileage will vary. I charge the case every other day while using these about 8 hours a day at work and putting them back in the case to charge. By keeping them in the case, you will always have enough to talk.
APP & FEATURES. Now - the app… this is the GLARING WEAKNESS for the Geminis, and I will sum it up in one word, COMPROMISE. While the main things with software were fixed regarding stability and connectivity issues and app, the app remains handicapped and unfinished with LOTS of room for polish and features. The biggest plus of the app is still the EQ! This is one of the few EQs you will use to NOTICE every change in the six bands provided. Now, we must get to the rest of it, and it isn't good. The interface is VERY basic and limited. I need to use my phone for EVERYTHING like VOL, skipping and repeating tracks, and using a voice assistant. Whatever you choose, you will basically have to give up something else. On Gemini 2, I expect to see BIG STRIDES in the app and polish the overall experience we are used to seeing with the Phantom and Reactor lineups.
CALL QUALITY. Call quality is just OK or mediocre at best. This is partially due to there only being 1 microphone dedicated to calls. The overall shape encourages wind noise with the "dip" into the touch control - much like when you cup your ear to hear a little better. Most people said they could tell I was on earbuds and could hear lots of background noise. On a scale of 1-5, this is a firm 2 and a weak point for sure - but hey, did we buy these to do work and talk all day, or was it their sound and small form factor that won you over?
NOTABLY NOT PRESENT are features like HiFi codecs, no multiple device connections, no simultaneous multi-device connections, no power-save auto-off features, no background noise mic canceling, and TOUCH CUSTOMIZABILITY - did I mention no multi-device connections? SMH. Pick one and reconnect to another. Do yourself a favor and "forget" the connection to avoid repairing the previously connected device. A PITA for $300 the fact you must re-pair EACH TIME.
Things I Noted
-Anytime you touch them, you hear a clicking noise while in ANC mode from what I presume is the speaker. Touch controls are delayed and not the greatest.
-When cycling through modes using touch controls, you only get transparency and ANC modes. I want NEUTRAL in there too because it is THE BEST way to listen to these.
-The way to overcome the lack of touch controls is to use the voice assistant. These REALLY need a way to control the volume on the buds themselves. Touch controls for swipes could be added for volume.
-Pairing was a pain with Apple. You need to manually connect to the Geminis rather than trust the app to link up to the case. The case will connect just fine with the "LE," but the actual earbuds do not connect until you tap it in the Bluetooth settings. Pairing with Android was easier since the case did not automatically pair instead of the headphones.
Pros
Wireless charging case WITH REPLACEABLE battery
Sound quality
Functioning EQ
XS Ear tips (one more size for small ears)
Cons
-Case - battery levels can only be accurately known when buds are in the case, and it is open while being connected to the app.
-No auto power-off or power save option.
-Buds stay on if IN case and the case is slid open.
-Limited touch controls
-No quick charge advertised. How much juice in a pinch?
-Cannot use both earbuds interchangeably for music or calls, you must use the right if you need only one bud in. As soon as you close the case, the disconnection happens when using only left bud.
-No simultaneous multiconnection. No multi-device connections. One device per pair.
-Sometimes, reconnection problems when connecting/disconnecting a single bud after the initial connection.
-No usable background noise cancellation. You can hear any wind or noise in the background.
-Bluetooth 5.0 BLE/2.4GHz not 5.2
-APTX support but no HiFi codecs. LDAC would have been nice.
In short, these are great-sounding earbuds, but for the price, there are better overall experiences out there. These feel like their first go at it, and the app is unfinished and needs polish. These will be good in a few years after they work out the software side of things. Hardware-wise, these are excellent. But if you are a fan of Devialet and great sound but not looking for high marks in call quality.
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Cleaning your floors doesn~t need to be a stressful experience. With the Tineco Floor One S5 Extreme, say goodbye to tedious mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming. With this three-in-one vacuum, cleaning your floors just got easier, better, and more powerful. The incredible suction power of Tineco Floor One S5 quickly picks up debris, while the continuous fresh water cleaning removes the need for dirty mops and disposable pads. Now with a larger capacity clean and dirty water tank, you can clean expansive areas without interruption. That means no more lugging heavy water back and forth. The Floor One S5 Extreme is one of our most advanced floor washers yet! Glide across all sealed hard floor types, picking up debris and liquids effortlessly. Then, transition to another room seamlessly with the whisper-quiet brush rollers. Not only does the Floor One S5 Extreme make whole-house cleaning a breeze, but the iLoop Smart Sensor Technology instantly adjusts water flow, suction, and brush roller speed based on the mess below. Adding to our already advanced design is an exclusive brush head design that offers superior edge cleaning capabilities allowing you to clean along baseboards and into corners. And, when you want to vacuum up a mess without water, simply switch to the featured suction-only mode. Whether chasing after your messy toddler or cleaning up after an evening of guests, the Floor One S5 Extreme is the tool you need to turn grimy into pristine. When you~re done, simply attach the floor washer to its handy self-cleaning dock.
Customer Rating
5
The BEST in CLASS battery operated floor washer
on August 23, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
The Tineco Hard Floor Washer One S5 is a fantastic piece of tech to have around your home for hardwoods and other hard floor varieties. You can clean hardwoods, bamboo, linoleum, tile, or anything you would use a mop on that has a smooth surface. The lightweight, portable and cordless S5 has been a dream to use. I am coming from another good floor cleaner, but it has a cord which is quite annoying. The S5 makes cleanups fast and easy since you don't need to look for a plug. The best thing about this is the ability to vacuum, mop, and clean it up in one motion.
Build/Design and Aesthetics
Nice beautiful modern build in a two-tone colorway using white, grays, and blacks that will blend into your home. It looks and feels like a high-quality machine. There is a beautiful LED screen with information that is very helpful to you and has voice notifications to tell you what's happening with your device. There is a clean readout of exactly how much battery is left. In my experience, I am finished in about 25 mins, and I have 23% remaining.
Setup & Ease of Use
The setup was straightforward. If you need to, review the manual for where everything goes together, but I found it pretty self-explanatory. It includes a bottle of Tineco cleaning solution for you to add a capful to the reservoir with some water. Next, you click on the handle, put it on the base, and plug in the charger - pretty simple. Let it get to 100% before first use, and you can get to work.
Weight and portability
The size and shape of this floor cleaner is perfect for quick cleaning. It is light enough to maneuver but tough/heavy enough to take on the edge of a cabinet or occasional couch leg or shelf. My wife and I both agree this is the only one for our place now, and we can get rid of the purple corded one ;).
Cleaning and storage
The performance of these soft brushes is quite impressive. They don't scratch or leave marks on my hardwood floors, and it leaves the floors damp but NOT wet, which is the DIFFERENCE between this and the competition. My floors are dry in literally maybe 5 minutes vs. 20 minutes using other floor cleaners. I like the multi-use docking station. It works as a self-cleaning station, parts storage, and charger. It uses AI to decide if it needs to do a self-clean or deep-clean - pretty cool! I like the included cleaning brush tool as well. It's used to get in the nooks and crannies of the dirty water tank and much anywhere that needs to be cleaned including the brush roller. It sits tucked away on a small base that contains everything.
App and Voice notifications
I like the fact you don't need to guess what the icons mean on the display since you get a voice to tell you what's going on. This vacuum has an app that is pretty cool and offers other stats in a journal form utilizing a daily log of use. The Tineco app is pretty cool but doesn't add any real benefit, in my opinion, that you can't get from just paying attention to when you start and stop vacuuming.
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The tank is small, and I need to empty it twice while doing my kitchen that is 10x15. Aside from the tank size and needing to refill or empty one of the two tanks a few times, this is a breeze to work with. The cleaning time of roughly 30 mins for me is just enough for my needs on a single charge. Aside from this, I really cannot find anything to complain about here!
Build/Design and Aesthetics
Nice beautiful modern build in a two-tone colorway using white, grays, and blacks that will blend into your home. It looks and feels like a high-quality machine. There is a beautiful LED screen with information that is very helpful to you and has voice notifications to tell you what's happening with your device. There is a clean readout of exactly how much battery is left. In my experience, I am finished in about 25 mins, and I have 23% remaining.
Setup & Ease of Use
The setup was straightforward. If you need to, review the manual for where everything goes together, but I found it pretty self-explanatory. It includes a bottle of Tineco cleaning solution for you to add a capful to the reservoir with some water. Next, you click on the handle, put it on the base, and plug in the charger - pretty simple. Let it get to 100% before first use, and you can get to work.
Weight and portability
The size and shape of this floor cleaner is perfect for quick cleaning. It is light enough to maneuver but tough/heavy enough to take on the edge of a cabinet or occasional couch leg or shelf. My wife and I both agree this is the only one for our place now, and we can get rid of the purple corded one ;).
Cleaning and storage
The performance of these soft brushes is quite impressive. They don't scratch or leave marks on my hardwood floors, and it leaves the floors damp but NOT wet, which is the DIFFERENCE between this and the competition. My floors are dry in literally maybe 5 minutes vs. 20 minutes using other floor cleaners. I like the multi-use docking station. It works as a self-cleaning station, parts storage, and charger. It uses AI to decide if it needs to do a self-clean or deep-clean - pretty cool! I like the included cleaning brush tool as well. It's used to get in the nooks and crannies of the dirty water tank and much anywhere that needs to be cleaned including the brush roller. It sits tucked away on a small base that contains everything.
App and Voice notifications
I like the fact you don't need to guess what the icons mean on the display since you get a voice to tell you what's going on. This vacuum has an app that is pretty cool and offers other stats in a journal form utilizing a daily log of use. The Tineco app is pretty cool but doesn't add any real benefit, in my opinion, that you can't get from just paying attention to when you start and stop vacuuming.
We need to talk…
The tank is small, and I need to empty it twice while doing my kitchen that is 10x15. Aside from the tank size and needing to refill or empty one of the two tanks a few times, this is a breeze to work with. The cleaning time of roughly 30 mins for me is just enough for my needs on a single charge. Aside from this, I really cannot find anything to complain about here!
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Facecam packs a pro-grade lens with a cutting-edge image sensor. High-speed circuitry that outputs beautiful uncompressed video without artifacts, app control, and onboard memory. Up to 82 degree field of view lets you frame your face or reveal your surroundings, while a fixed focus range ensures that you always stay in crystal-clear focus. Optimized for indoor use, a premium SONY sensor enables Facecam to capture extraordinary detail and minimal noise. So you~ll look amazing in all lighting conditions.
Customer Rating
3
Great Camera, Software Needs Work
on August 23, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
FINALLY, Elgato has entered the fray with their rendition of a webcam called the Facecam, and it does not disappoint. They are introducing the first camera with ISO control and record in RAW uncompressed @ 1080p60! You can treat this as a DSLR when you change exposure. ISO and shutter speed are entirely customizable, with your aperture locked at 22mm f/2.4. This lens choice produces an 83.2-degree FOV which isn't that wide for streamers - I'd like to see this closer to 120 degrees. It is a streaming camera and not a webcam as you would expect. This DOES NOT have a MICROPHONE! Therefore, if you are looking for a webcam for conferencing WITH A MIC, this is NOT for you. This cam is geared towards those who have ALREADY invested in separate sound equipment (which most streamers do) but want a great image and an easy-to-use interface/controls. The picture quality is excellent in good light (which most streamers have invested in) seamlessly integrates into the Elgato stream deck ecosystem. Build quality feels cheap, but this is all about function to keep down costs!
Taking it out of the box, you get the camera, a lens cover, USB-TypeC=>USB-TypeA cord, and monitor mount. When you hold it, it feels VERY cheap and lightweight for $200. It is nothing spectacular design-wise, just a rectangular plastic box with Elgato logos and an obnoxious white "FACECAM" logo on the right of the cam. The first thing I notice is it's HUGE and feels REALLY light and cheap. With regards to size, it is on par with larger ones from Razer, Logitech, and others. The mount is a cheap plastic swivel mount to match the camera. Here, Elgato could have chosen a ball mount instead. However, I am grateful for the 1/4-20" thread mount to use REAL mounting options like tripods and arms.
The image quality is a bit soft for my liking but is nothing short of amazing - in good light. You must tweak it in the Camera Hub software (you must download). As the ISO increases and light becomes less, noise and artifacts get worse. For the size, there should have been a light included to offset the price and poor low light performance. If the lens could get to f/1.4 or f/1.8, this would be killer! It has built-in flash memory to save settings ON THE CAMERA and not locally on software. The color balance is off, and there aren't REAL sliders like TINT to finetune for the overly magenta tones I see. Zoom is digital so that you will see EVEN MORE artifacts and noise; then you will NOT be able to reframe your shot in software. The software is the weakest part of the offering, but I will expect this to change. Keying out a green screen is excellent, so no worries there. OBS and other camera software recognize this easily, and I love that!
Improvements Needed
-The Camera Hub software needs improvement. There is no ability to blur the background or finetune white balance. The noise reduction algorithm needs work, but otherwise, this is a solid 1st rendition of the future of webcams. I use NVIDIA Broadcast since I have an RTX card, but not everyone will use that. The software is the weakest link so far and should be addressed ASAP.
-Add lighting to the HUGE box of emptiness. There is a lot of unused space here, and I would like to see lighting to compensate for the low-light performance.
-Add autofocus or optical zoom. You took away a mic but didn't add anything useful. Other webcams in this range have autofocus AND mics.
-Add optical zoom or fix digital noise on the sensor with better software.
-Include a better mount. You make great ball mounts that could have been included here or even a mini tripod mount as other companies do.
This is an excellent addition to the Elgato streaming lineup too! It allows for integration using the FaceCam plugin to control settings with the press of a button. Things like zoom, exposure, resetting, etc., are just a button preset away on your StreamDeck to make streaming easier. The ONLY thing currently not supported in the plugin is ISO control using StreamDeck.
In all, there are lots of things to like here, but it is still very new. There are lots of software updates that need to be done to allow for more finetuning of the RAW uncompressed footage. If you can look past the cheap plastic build, you will have something nice here. Remember there is NO MIC, so do not buy this only to complain about that later.
Taking it out of the box, you get the camera, a lens cover, USB-TypeC=>USB-TypeA cord, and monitor mount. When you hold it, it feels VERY cheap and lightweight for $200. It is nothing spectacular design-wise, just a rectangular plastic box with Elgato logos and an obnoxious white "FACECAM" logo on the right of the cam. The first thing I notice is it's HUGE and feels REALLY light and cheap. With regards to size, it is on par with larger ones from Razer, Logitech, and others. The mount is a cheap plastic swivel mount to match the camera. Here, Elgato could have chosen a ball mount instead. However, I am grateful for the 1/4-20" thread mount to use REAL mounting options like tripods and arms.
The image quality is a bit soft for my liking but is nothing short of amazing - in good light. You must tweak it in the Camera Hub software (you must download). As the ISO increases and light becomes less, noise and artifacts get worse. For the size, there should have been a light included to offset the price and poor low light performance. If the lens could get to f/1.4 or f/1.8, this would be killer! It has built-in flash memory to save settings ON THE CAMERA and not locally on software. The color balance is off, and there aren't REAL sliders like TINT to finetune for the overly magenta tones I see. Zoom is digital so that you will see EVEN MORE artifacts and noise; then you will NOT be able to reframe your shot in software. The software is the weakest part of the offering, but I will expect this to change. Keying out a green screen is excellent, so no worries there. OBS and other camera software recognize this easily, and I love that!
Improvements Needed
-The Camera Hub software needs improvement. There is no ability to blur the background or finetune white balance. The noise reduction algorithm needs work, but otherwise, this is a solid 1st rendition of the future of webcams. I use NVIDIA Broadcast since I have an RTX card, but not everyone will use that. The software is the weakest link so far and should be addressed ASAP.
-Add lighting to the HUGE box of emptiness. There is a lot of unused space here, and I would like to see lighting to compensate for the low-light performance.
-Add autofocus or optical zoom. You took away a mic but didn't add anything useful. Other webcams in this range have autofocus AND mics.
-Add optical zoom or fix digital noise on the sensor with better software.
-Include a better mount. You make great ball mounts that could have been included here or even a mini tripod mount as other companies do.
This is an excellent addition to the Elgato streaming lineup too! It allows for integration using the FaceCam plugin to control settings with the press of a button. Things like zoom, exposure, resetting, etc., are just a button preset away on your StreamDeck to make streaming easier. The ONLY thing currently not supported in the plugin is ISO control using StreamDeck.
In all, there are lots of things to like here, but it is still very new. There are lots of software updates that need to be done to allow for more finetuning of the RAW uncompressed footage. If you can look past the cheap plastic build, you will have something nice here. Remember there is NO MIC, so do not buy this only to complain about that later.
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Capture professional-grade pictures and videos with this Digipower RGB multimode LED light. A rechargeable battery offers up to 14 hours of use, while 24 brightness settings let you adjust the light to capture perfect shots. This Digipower RGB multimode LED light supports vertical and horizontal mounting for a customized setup.
Customer Rating
4
Portable Light Powerhouse/Powerbank
on August 6, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
The Digipower DP-VLRGB light is a perfect addition to any creator's camera bag. There are three modes to work in: CCT, HSI, and Effects. You can dial in an exact color temperature, set it to color for accent lighting using HSI, or you can use one of the 21 preset lighting effects in RGB. Whether you need light on-camera or off-camera, this little powerhouse can be the answer. Throw it off-camera for accent lighting or effects. Put it in a dark place of your scene as a fill light. In run and gun shoots this is perfect. It packs 135 LEDs—45 RGB, 45 daylight, and 45 tungsten—with 25 color temperature adjustments from 3200 to 5600K with brightness is adjustable in 24 steps using a dial and rocker switch. The RGB LEDs provide you with 21 Effect modes. There is a small LCD screen to display battery power, runtime, brightness level, and color temperature or RGB effect mode.
Like
The solid metal build
Color accurate to my eye
Battery life lasts up to 14 hours depending on brightness, effect, and light chosen
Small and powerful
Dual-purpose light and charger with 4000mAh internal Lithium battery
Police, flame, and TV are my favorite effects
The solid metal build
Color accurate to my eye
Battery life lasts up to 14 hours depending on brightness, effect, and light chosen
Small and powerful
Dual-purpose light and charger with 4000mAh internal Lithium battery
Police, flame, and TV are my favorite effects
Don’t like
-The color is unique and doesn't fit into anything. Maybe black would be better?
-Rattling from buttons - give it a little shake and you will hear this. Walk while recording and you can hear this in your recording.
-USBs are not in a good place for charging while on top of non DSLR cameras. My Sony ZV-1 leaves 0 space for a USB cord to come out and into the camera to charge.
-Can get warm after prolonged use.
-The color is unique and doesn't fit into anything. Maybe black would be better?
-Rattling from buttons - give it a little shake and you will hear this. Walk while recording and you can hear this in your recording.
-USBs are not in a good place for charging while on top of non DSLR cameras. My Sony ZV-1 leaves 0 space for a USB cord to come out and into the camera to charge.
-Can get warm after prolonged use.
Improvements
Color - I'd rather see this in matte black so it blends with gear.
App - I'd like to see the addition of a Bluetooth chip to allow for remote control using an app.
Another 1/4"-20 thread - I'd like to see them add another on the top of the light would give the bottom ports more use across different cameras.
Move USBs to the top or side in order to increase usability for charging while mounted on camera.
Color - I'd rather see this in matte black so it blends with gear.
App - I'd like to see the addition of a Bluetooth chip to allow for remote control using an app.
Another 1/4"-20 thread - I'd like to see them add another on the top of the light would give the bottom ports more use across different cameras.
Move USBs to the top or side in order to increase usability for charging while mounted on camera.
VERDICT
This is a buy, in my opinion. With the RGB and color temperatures being fully adjustable I want this in my bag and will be buying 2 more to have a small portable 3 light setup for video.
This is a buy, in my opinion. With the RGB and color temperatures being fully adjustable I want this in my bag and will be buying 2 more to have a small portable 3 light setup for video.
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The future of gaming has arrived with the WD_BLACK™ SN850 NVMe™ SSD. Long load times are obsolete with PCIe® Gen4 technology, reaching up to 7,000MB/s read speed and up to 4,100MB/s write speed. Spend more time playing and less time deleting, storing your latest and favorite games with 500GB capacity (not intended for NAS or server environments). This WD_Black internal SSD has a compact form factor and a PCIe Gen4 interface for compatibility with select PCs or laptops.
Customer Rating
4
You get what you pay for!
on July 29, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
Watch out!!!! WD_Black SN850 Gen 4 is coming for throne Samsung! This drive looks nice, it fits well into any gaming rig like any other M.2 drive. Once installed, your computer will recognize it and you do what you please. A true downside for some is the lack of hardware encryption. This should be automatic, I couldn't find any reference to encryption anywhere I researched. The speed is AMAZING!!!! It blows any Gen3 drive I have tested out of the water in both read and write speeds. My write speeds consistently hit close to 4800MB/s and read speeds crushed above 5800MB/s on my AMD Ryzen 7 build. Your mobo must support Gen4 to access these speeds but are backward compatible if you are trying to future-proof your build. You are only able to test speeds on AMD systems… Intel isn't there yet I believe since I could get it to recognize in test software on my Intel build.
Unfortunately, with this speed come heat and thermals. It is important to have this in a well-ventilated space. In a laptop, it will run hot and run into throttling with intense use. There is no heatsink option out there yet but one is in the works as it definitely will need one. In my opinion, I cannot recommend this with current pricing. There are lots of Gen 3 drives out there with excellent performance. The price per GB on Gen 4 is too high, but that is what you pay when you are an early adopter. As a result, IMO it is not a good value, but the performance is unmatched. If you have a few bucks to spend or money isn't an object and you just want the best performance… there isn't much better out there in the Gen 4 world.
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eufy Smart Wi-Fi 2k Video Doorbell with Chime is a battery powered (or wired- you choose) video doorbell that is the perfect protection for your home. With no monthly fee, enjoy 2K resolution so that you can see who is at your door, clearly. Talk to them via the 2-way mic, and be alerted when a human is at the door instead of the neighborhood dog. IP65 Weatherproof Ensures the Video Doorbell camera continues to operate in extreme temperatures from minus 4~F to 122~ F (minus 20~C to 50~C). Installation is easy. No need to mess around with complicated wiring, self-installation in minutes. Wireless Video Doorbell camera will also work with old chimes.
Customer Rating
4
Good protection at an even better price!
on July 27, 2021
Posted by: nkpstudios
from Frederick, MD
Video quality is good and among the best for the money. Setup is easy and fast using an app-based approach. You have the option to go hard wired with battery backup or straight wireless using battery only. Everything needed was provided with regards to mounting hardware and microSD card. Screws and a jumper for the hardwire install was included with a wedge to turn the doorbell left or right. The only thing needed is a wedge to vertically compensate the camera with its footage that is quite wide. There is no HDR but WDR tries to accomplish the same by recovering highlights and balancing footage. There is AI built-in that can tell differences in human vs vehicles.to provide you with only alerts you want. There is NO monthly fee for your video stored locally but there is the option to store 30 days of footage in the cloud. There is integration with Alexa and Google which is another bonus and must have for me.
My Gripes
-Need a wedge for tipping the doorbell down since the picture is quite wide with lots of sky in shots for no reason. Only a left or right adjustment is included in the installation kit.
-Streaming is not great or reliable, video is often choppy or missing frames during playback.
-Auto Night Vision doesn't work reliably. For example, it is 1pm and there are still clips recorded in B&W night vision. At noon the sun is 100% out, there is no excuse for this.
-Streaming is not great or reliable, video is often choppy or missing frames during playback.
-Auto Night Vision doesn't work reliably. For example, it is 1pm and there are still clips recorded in B&W night vision. At noon the sun is 100% out, there is no excuse for this.
Overall, it is definitely a competitor for any video doorbell out there. Although it is not perfect, it is pretty close for the price you pay.
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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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