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When you're at the top of your game and don't have time for sub-standard audio or missed connections, the EAH-AZ100 True Wireless earbuds are packed with advanced features for an unbeatable audio experience. With AI-powered spatial audio, the AZ100s automatically adapt the sound to your environment, offering immersive listening and crystal-clear calls, whether you're in a board meeting or ready to shoot your personal best. Dolby Atmos and head tracking make sound feel more lifelike, adjusting as you move your head~perfect for music and movies. Thanks to high-res sound and magnetic fluid drivers, you'll hear every detail with rich bass, smooth mids, and clear highs. The adaptive noise-cancelling feature adjusts to your surroundings, and the Voice Focus AI ensures your calls are always clear, even in noisy places. Plus, the 3-point multipoint connection lets you easily prioritize devices. Comfort is key, and these earbuds are 10% smaller and 16% lighter than the previous model, designed to fit perfectly in your ears for all-day comfort. Despite their compact size, they offer up to 10 hours of playback with noise cancellation and up to 28 hours with the charging case. Whether you're listening to music, watching a movie, or making calls, these earbuds deliver premium sound and performance wherever you go!
Customer Rating
5
Exceptional sound and comfort from premium earbuds
on February 14, 2025
Posted by: nickcal
I’ve used many different types of headphones and typically earbuds are my least favorite. I was surprised when I tried on the Technics AZ100 headphones because they are super comfortable. They come with five sets of ear gels so that you can get the best fit for your ears. They are made with a soft silicone material, which adds to the comfort. The earbuds are designed so they fit almost completely in the ear canal. This helps with the sound quality, which is exceptional.
Getting the headphones set up is easy. There is a QR code included on the wrapper that covers the charging case. This leads you to a walk-through on the Technics website and directs you to download their app. From there, the app takes you through connecting the earbuds to your device. It’s a standard Bluetooth connection and I didn’t experience any issues with that connection once it was made.
The noise cancelling feature is very strong. When I first got the headphones connected, they were already in noise-cancelling mode so I turned it off so I could experience how much ambient noise was being muted. I was very impressed with how well the noise-canceling feature worked. While I had ANC turned off, I started listening to a movie soundtrack. It sounded good, but I thought it was also a little hollow. So, I turned on the Ambient Noise Cancelling setting (Transparency mode) and then the sound equalizer to Dynamic. And, wow! That really punched up the depth of sound with those tracks.
Overall, these earbuds are fantastic. They do have a premium price tag, but they are worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Take your creations to new heights with HMD Skyline. Its cameras are packing tricks to help your shots really take off. Most of us know the feeling of dropping a phone and cracking the screen. With HMD Skyline, it’s not that big of a deal. Its Gen2 repairability basically means that you can just pop off the back cover and you’re in. Then removing the screws and replacing the screen in a breeze after that. Best of all, the phone looks like it comes from a catwalk and not a factory floor. We can’t turn off all the background noise in your life. But help us help you with some of it. Activate the digital Detox Mode to disable the visibility to your social apps. Don’t worry, they’ll be there when you turn the mode off. Until then, enjoy some time in the real world. We’ve also added a touch more zen to the rest of your Android . The Balance Interface, has a few things moved around to make finding them easier. It even sounds more chill with alarms, notification sounds and ringtones that won’t have you jumping out of your skin. Make your phone more “you” with the Custom Button. You can set it up so that it does one thing when you hold it, and another thing when you double-press it. It’s your shortcut to your favorite game, navigating home, asking the AI-powered assistant of your choice weird questions, and more.
Customer Rating
5
An extremely capable, enjoyable phone to use
on January 27, 2025
Posted by: nickcal
The HMD Skyline is an impressive phone. There are three color variations — I got the Twisted Black version. It has a matte finish and it fits very nicely in the hand. The phone is very well-made and doesn’t feel like it would easily break. It seems very sturdy and I was happy to find that it was compatible with magnetic charging and the form of the phone was just very nice in general. Plus, it seems to stay cool even after longer periods of use.
The screen is very bright and I could read text easily. The first thing I did when I got it was connect it to my WiFi network and start updates. The updates took about ten minutes and then I was able to log into my Google account and install my SIM card.
I wasn’t very familiar with this phone brand before getting the Skyline, but I’m beyond impressed with its performance. I was able to play Call of Duty: Mobile on it with no issues and the 144Hz screen made it that much more enjoyable.
One of the other things I like about this phone is that it’s an Android, but it’s a clean Android interface. There aren’t a bunch of brand app stacked on top of it.
The camera was very easy to use and the photos I took looked amazing. I thought it was very responsive, which is something I have trouble with sometimes with other phones. It seemed to take good photos even in lower lighting.
The battery life seemed to be very strong. Out of the box, it was around 56% so one of the first things I did was charge it to 100%. After playing a few games, doing some basic tasks and taking some photos, the battery was down about 10%. It also seemed to charge very fast. After about 30 minutes of being plugged in through a USB-C cable, the phone gained about 30%.
The speakers on the phone seem loud and clear. When I was playing CODM, I didn’t have any issues with hearing the commands or prompts in the game. The speakers are very loud. I only had it turned up one notch and it seemed plenty loud to me.
For me, the 256GB is more than sufficient for my needs. While I do use this phone for gaming, the other things I use it for don’t take up much space. I try to keep my files and photos in the cloud. It would be nice if additional storage sizes were available since there is no SD card slot on this phone.
Overall, this seems like a great value for what you get. Some people might like to have the ‘flagship’ phones out there, but for most people’s uses, this would be ideal.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Future-proofs your smart home with blazing-fast tri-band connectivity up to 14000 Mbps with Multi-Link Operation and 4096-QAM.
Customer Rating
5
Solid Mesh System with Advanced Technology
on January 11, 2025
Posted by: nickcal
I have been fortunate enough to use several different mesh systems in my home. I’ve found them to be incredibly useful especially when it comes to ensuring all my smart devices get a strong WiFi signal. For the past couple of years, I’ve been using a premium wireless router designed for gaming and smart home management. It’s been great, but I thought this ASUS system would be a good step up from the single router setup.
The setup for this system is fairly straightforward. First, you unbox the units, their power cables, and the Ethernet cable. Then, you power all of the ZenWiFi units up in the same room. Once the units are connected, you can move them to your desired location, but they will connect best if you do it in the same room as your modem. Next, you will use the provided Ethernet cable (or one of your own) to connect the main unit to your ISP service. In my case, this was an AT&T Fiber Gateway. Once the LED turns solid blue, the ZenWiFi is ready for set up and you can connect to the app.
The three units that come in the box are essentially identical. There is a sticker on the main unit that reads, “Hi! I’m the Main Unit. Start with me.” While the ZenWiFi units are not enormous, they aren’t particularly small either. Mesh system units I’ve had in the past are much taller than the ASUS ZenWiFi units. The general aesthetic of the units is modern with a technological flare.
Once I got the system set up, the signal was very strong throughout our house. This system will reportedly cover more than 8000 square feet. Our house is around 1500 square feet, but I noticed that I had a very strong WiFi signal in our garage and even out into our yard. This was great because it meant that our outdoor lights and cameras didn’t have to struggle to maintain a connection to our home network.
As far as speed goes, I was getting between 700 - 900 MB/s consistently throughout the house. The service we have only provides up to 1Gig so even though the ZenWiFi system can support 2.5Gig service, 1Gig was the max we could get. Overall, I think this is a good system for someone who wants a mesh network. It has a lot of advanced features through the app and it’s easy to maintain.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Mophie Juice Pack provides extended power, capacity, and enhanced 6-foot drop protection for your iPhone. This protective case contains an internal, rechargeable battery that sends power directly to your iPhone with the push of a button. The juice pack can provide your iPhone with up to an extra 50% battery life. So, at the end of a long day, you never have to worry about sending a text, ordering a ride, or finding out where everybody~s meeting. Juice Pack has a slim, lightweight design that slips easily in your pocket and won~t weigh you down.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect companion for the iPhone
on December 26, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
I’ve been a fan of Mophie Juice Packs for many years. I always prefer for any type of phone case have a secondary use and the Juice Pack is the ideal travel companion for the iPhone. The case pulls apart in two pieces (top and bottom) and the phone slides into it. There is a 4-LED power indicator on the back of the case that shows the battery level of the case and when the case is in charge mode for the phone.
To activate it for phone charging the user should press and hold the button next to the LEDs until it blinks. The phone will either chime or vibrate (depending on the mode you have it set to) to indicate that it’s charging. The case provides pass-through charging so the phone will charge first when the case is plugged into a power source.
One of the things I was most excited about was the fact that Mophie built in am integrated passive magnet so that it will work with MagSafe accessories. It does not do MagSafe or wireless charging, but it will work with accessories like wallets, stands, or grips. The magnet is very strong. I have a grip attached to it currently and it does not come off easily. Another feature that is remarkable is that the case is super lightweight. When I got the box I thought it was empty because previous models of the Juice Pack have been much heavier. Mophie has done a great job of making the battery case as slim as possible.
The only issue I really had was trying to get the case to come apart without the phone in it. When the phone is in it, it separates with just a little tug. But for some reason without the phone in it, it’s harder to get it to detach from itself. This could be an inconvenience for some users who might be in a hurry.
Overall, the Mophie Juice Pack has been a fantastic companion to my iPhone. Its lightweight design, integrated magnet, and reliable charging make it an excellent choice for those who need extra battery power without compromising on portability.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Discover the magic of Meta Quest 3S and get ready to experience your favorite apps in a totally new way. The possibilities are endless when you can blend digital content into your physical space. Watch movies and shows on a vibrant screen that turns any room of your house into a giant theater. Bring games to life in your living room, or step right into the action with full immersion. Hang out with friends from anywhere, but feel like you~re in the same place, watching a concert or meeting up in Meta Horizon. Wireless and light, enjoy out-of-this-world workouts with Quest 3S that make fitness fun. With unreal experiences at an unreal price, where will you begin? See child safety guidance online; Accounts for 10+.
Customer Rating
5
Lots of fun to use - could use better battery life
on December 9, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
I’ve been a virtual reality/augmented reality device user for a few years now. I’ve tried out previous versions of the Meta Quest (when it was Oculus) and other device brands as well. I think the Meta Quest 3S has come a long way since its early days. Here are my thoughts on it.
Comfort: Overall, the Meta Quest 3S was comfortable to wear. The adjustable head strap made it possible for me to wear it without it feeling insecure. It is heavy but it’s not so heavy that you can’t get used to it. I found the eye guard was cushioned enough to provide comfort but there was a gap at the bottom of the goggles for me to see light. It wasn’t distracting, but it also wasn’t a tight seal.
Adjustability for Eyesight: One of the first things you are directed to do is to adjust the lenses to the left or right in order for your eyes to focus better. What I found was that they incrementally adjust. There were three steps — all the way to the outside, center, and past center. There were no in-between areas, which was a little frustrating because I felt like my eyes were compensating a lot for what the device couldn’t do. You can wear your glasses with this headset or get prescription lenses but I do wish adjustments for eyesight was a bit more precise.
Setup: Setting up the Meta Quest 3S was easy enough. I had to make sure it was charged, connect it to the internet and then use my phone to connect to a Meta account. I thought this step was a little odd since the headset connects to the Internet. I did have to run updates and walk through the tutorials before I could experience the Meta world, but none of this took very long and I didn’t experience any hiccups along the way.
Battery Life: When I used the headset for the first time, it had about 48% battery to it. I noticed that after watching some 360-degree videos and playing one of the included games, that the battery level was in the low 30s. Then I loaded up Batman: Arkham Shadow. I only played for about 5 minutes when I got a low battery warning. I was shocked how quickly the battery drained simply by playing that game.
Motion Sickness: While I’m rarely bothered by in-game or virtual reality motion, my fiancé is. She has tried other virtual and augmented reality devices and can only use them for a limited amount of time before she gets queasy. She was willing to try out the Meta Quest 3S to see how it compared to other devices and she was having a great time with it until she played Batman. She was very excited about playing that game, but after only playing a short while, she had to remove the headset and go to bed. She didn’t have any issues until she played that game. Immersive videos were fine and even the First Encounters game was enjoyable.
Performance: It seemed as though the headset worked well. I didn’t notice any major performance issues or overheating. Gameplay was smooth and it felt like walking through apps like YouTube and other entertainment apps was easy to navigate. It definitely feels like this is designed for entertainment while some other similar devices have more productivity-driven performance in mind.
The Meta Quest 3S is a great device for someone who enjoys virtual reality entertainment.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Blueair - ComfortPure Most Powerful 3-in-1 HEPASilent T10i Air Purifier: Heat + Cool + Purify - Gray
Blueair's ComfortPure 3-in-1 is the most powerful* triple-function air purifier designed to look good and perform to your preferred comfort year round. The TripleFlow Hot&Cool Technology features three unique outlets, which are designed to always deliver purified air through all three boosted modes of heating, cooling, and purifying. Independently evaluated for safety standards and third-party tested for performance as part of the AHAM Verifide Program for air cleaners, the fast purification takes only 12.5 minutes to clear the air, removing 99.97%** of all airborne pollutants down to 0.1 microns. Easy control with direct User Interface, app or through the Blueair app; 350 degree oscillation, Night and Eco mode for ultimate personalization and comfort. *Blueair 3-in-1 T10i in Boosted purification mode tested on CADR (AHAM AC-1) vs Dyson & Shark 3-in-1 air purifiers at max fan speed **Tested on PM2.5 up to 90 minutes. Tested on bacteria (S. aureus, K. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa), virus (MS2) and mold allergen (A.niger) with a minimum reduction rate of 99.8% in 60 min. Blueair does not claim to prevent transmission of airborne illnesses.
Customer Rating
5
A nearly perfect device
on December 3, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
I surprised my fiancé with this amazing air machine. She works from home and spends a lot of time in her office. Because of where that room is located in our house, it gets hot and cold when it’s not supposed to be hot and cold. Our dogs also frequently hang out in there so having a dedicated air purifier for that space seemed like a great idea. She was shocked when she found out that it was not only an air purifier, but also a heating and cooling fan.
Setting up the ComfortPure was very easy. We removed it from the box, pulled off all the stickers and removed the plastic from the filter. Once the filter was back in place, we turned on the machine and connected it to our WiFi network. Within just a few minutes, the ComfortPure was up and running. The app is easy to use but you can’t turn on the heat function with it due to safety regulations. There is a graph that reports on the temperature and the air quality in the area.
The heater is very, very strong. It pushes out a good amount of warm air and because it oscillates, it can make a room very comfortable, very quickly. The fan speed is adjustable and you have the ability to set the desired temperature and have the ComfortPure automatically maintain that temp — but only on the heat setting. The Cooling mode is not an air conditioner — it only cools through the fan.
The ComfortPure is on the large side of air purifiers, but the functionality of the device beats out the size inconvenience. It is quiet unless you have it on high fan and even then, it’s not super loud. There is a handle on the back of the unit which I really appreciate because it makes it easy to move it between rooms. One of the only complaints I have about this air machine is the fact that it is not compatible with HomeKit. You can connect it with Alexa or Google but not HomeKit. Since that is our preferred smart assistant, it was frustrating that we couldn’t use the two things together.
Overall, I would say that this is worth the investment since it can heat, cool, and purify the air in a space.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Wireless Earbuds, Now Playing. For Glory. Arctis GameBuds for Xbox bring gaming-grade 2.4GHz wireless with Quick-Switch Wireless for Bluetooth. Easily connect to Xbox, PC, handhelds, Switch, and more with a slim USB-C dongle. Tune out the noise with active noise cancellation and immerse deeper with 360~ Spatial Sound while enjoying 10-hour sessions.
Customer Rating
3
Great concept, less than stellar execution
on December 1, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
I’ve been a fan of SteelSeries products for many years and as I’ve dived into mobile gaming, I’ve searched and searched for headphones that will work as I need them to for a FPS game. I’m an avid COD: Mobile player and I’ve tried many different types of earbuds and over-the-hear headset and just haven’t found that ‘sweet spot’ when it comes to gaming-on-the-go. The SteelSeries Arctis series headphones have been a good fit, but when I’m traveling, I would prefer to have earbuds. That’s why I was super excited to get these SteelSeries Arctis Gamebuds. Like most tech product experiences, there are many ups and downs for these earbuds.
TLDR: The earbuds provide an above-average sound quality, but the features are quirky and there might be some Bluetooth connectivity consistency issue.
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: The Gamebuds come in a compact charging case. The case contains the earbuds as well as the 2.4 Ghz USB-C dongle. I like this because it means that you always have a place for your dongle to live. I wish that more over-ear headphones would provide something like this on the headset so you don’t chance losing it. The earbuds come with a USB-C to USB-A charging cable and an extension connector. This is intended for the adapter so that it can connect to USB ports easily. The earbuds also come with three sets of ear gels. I found that the set that was pre-installed was a good fit for me. You want to make sure that there is a firm fit inside your ear otherwise you will get an audio leak and the sound quality will suffer. The medium size was good for me and I didn’t notice any major sound issues.
SETUP: I was able to get the earbuds setup quickly and easily. My initial devices (iPhone 16 Pro) detected the Bluetooth connection right away and the app detected them as well. I had the same experience with my iPad Pro (FYI - the companion app is not optimized for iPad). There are lots of presets available in the mobile app (SteelSeries Arctis Companion) but in order to customize your own preset you need to connect to the SteelSeries GG Client (available for macOS and Windows). I found that the same was true for Firmware updates. While the companion app does seem to give you a lot of features, there is still a lot that can’t be controlled without the desktop studio app.
One thing I was particularly disappointed with — aside from having to use a desktop app to customize my experience — was the fact that I couldn’t simply connect the earbuds using the companion app or the device’s Bluetooth settings. I had to do both. In addition, it was disappointing to find that the Quick-Switch feature only applied to switching between the 2.4 Ghz dongle and Bluetooth — not between two Bluetooth devices. Another small annoyance I had was that the app didn’t stay connected to the earbuds/case when they weren’t in use. I’m sure this is a power-saving feature but I would have liked to at least see a charging status/battery level on them, but nothing was available until the earbuds were actively in use.
COMFORT: I sometimes have trouble with the ‘fit’ of earbuds. They seem to cause too much pressure or cause me to have headaches. Fortunately, the Arctis Gamebuds didn’t have that effect on me. They were comfortable and easy to set directly in my ear. I wore them for longer listening sessions and was very happy with how I felt after wearing them. They were easy to pull out of my ears, too.
NOISE-CANCELLATION FEATURE: Because I had a good fit with the Gamebuds, I didn’t perceive any ambient noise leak and there was a fair amount of noise isolation without any ANC enabled. When I enabled ANC, I could tell that some of the room noise was deadened, but it wasn’t the same ANC experience I get with other headsets. The Transparency mode was a feature I was particularly interested in and it was a disappointment, too.
SOUND QUALITY: I did find the sound quality to be above average. I listened to music and played a few rounds of Call of Duty: Mobile and thought everything was crisp and there was good overall depth to the sound experience. The voice prompts, however, sounded as if they were recorded using an analog telephone. I tested this before and after my firmware update and there was no change. I also found that there was some digital interference when listening to music on Bluetooth mode. This issue seemed to resolve when I quit the SteelSeries companion app and just let the device do the audio processing. There was an FAQ on steelseries.com that addressed audio distortion, but the directions were to us the ‘flat’ EQ setting and I experienced my digital glitches while the EQ was flat and I was only listening to music. The only way I got the distortion to stop was to quit the app completely.
FINAL THOUGHTS: So many of my headset experiences claim to ‘mobile compatible’ but those devices end up just connecting to mobile devices via Bluetooth and many of the features are not available unless you connect to a desktop computer or console gaming device. I was looking forward to these earbuds being mobile first but it seems as though SteelSeries only adapted their over-ear headset experience to a smaller listening devices. I was happy with the sound quality (minus the digital distortion) and appreciate the feature set that should be available. I was disappointed, however, with the execution of these earbuds since I feel there is a certain expectation to be met at the mid-to-premium level earbud experience.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Unleash the limits of immersion with the Razer Kraken V4—a wireless gaming headset powered by Razer ChromaRGB. Supercharged with 3 modes of connectivity, a super wideband mic, and 9-zone earcup lighting, redefine how you play in every way imaginable.
Customer Rating
4
Superior Sound Quality - if you can use Synapse
on November 25, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
I’ve been a fan of Razer gear for a long time. The only issue I really have with their products is the lack of support for Apple devices. Razer products do work with iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers, but functionality is usually limited because their customization hub, Synapse, is only available for Windows devices. This is the only thing that kept these from getting a higher rating. That said, the Razer Kraken v4 are some of the best-sounding headphones I’ve used in a long time. I usually look at a few main areas when testing out headphones — comfort, functionality, and sound quality.
Comfort: The headset is light and the earpieces are fabric-lined. The ear cushions are very plush and the padded on the headband was soft enough that I didn’t notice the headbands at all. All the controls are easy to reach, but it was a little hard to distinguish between each of the buttons only by touch. It’s easy to pull the microphone out and replace it when you are done with it. As comfortable as they are, the earpieces are not very breathable and I found my easy getting quite warm the longer I was using them.
Functionality: As I already mentioned, Razer provides limited functions to Apple products, but it does have full features on Windows machines. I connected the headset using the 2.4Ghz receiver and the system set it as my input and output sound device. I downloaded Razer Synapse, the hub for all of Razer’s products, to my Surface Pro and it immediately detected the headset and gave me the option to select THX Spatial Audio in stead of the standard stereo. Then I unplugged it and connected it via Bluetooth to my iPad and was able to still enjoy the spatial surround sound feature. Razer Synapse stores settings directly into the device’s internal memory so customizations will still be accessible — even when you plug it into a different device. I learned about this little trick not too long ago with a different set of headphones and given Razer’s OS restrictions, I wasn’t sure if it would work with the Kraken’s but it did.
Operation of the headset — aside from the customizations you get with Synapse — is pretty standard. You turn the headset on by pressing and holding the power button located next to the USB-C port. I noticed that it went into pairing mode right away, but you can switch the connection method by double clicking the SmartSwitch button on the left ear piece. There are only two buttons on that side of the headset and the other is the game chat/balance button, which is much longer. I still found it a little hard to discern which button was which just by feel so it would be great if there was a raised bump on it or something like that to make it easier.
I love that the headset has an extendable microphone that can also be retracted when necessary. It seemed to work well and adjusting the sidetone within Razer Synapse also made it possible for me to hear myself talking in the microphone. This setting also carried over to my MacBook Pro when I switched input devices. I have been very impressed by how easy it is to switch devices by just clicking the SmartSwitch on the earpiece.
Sound Quality: With the THX Spatial Audio enabled, I was incredibly surprised about how wonderful everything sounded. I watched the opening five minutes of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2, which has a wide array of sound effects and advanced sound design layered together. This is something I use to test sound quality with headphones and there were some sounds that came through much cleared than they do on other headphones. Then, I listened to the soundtrack from the Charlie Brown Christmas, which is a much older recording and it was still very clear and well-defined. Finally, I listened to tracks from Wicked (the film version) and was shocked how much the reverberation on certain notes came through. The sound quality is pure and you have the ability to fine-tune your settings in Synapse.
I think the Kraken headphones are well worth the investment. They are comfortable, built well and since settings save to the device itself, as long as you have the ability to use Synapse, you can use them on multiple devices and still have the same type of sound experience no matter what device you are using.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience revolutionary home protection with eufyCam S3 Pro 2-Camera Kit. This revolutionary home security solution provides unparalleled surveillance with pro-level technologies and user-friendly features. View exceptionally detailed video footage in 4K UHD clarity. Delivering day-like image quality even in ultra-low light evening conditions without the need for a spotlight thanks to exclusive MaxColor Vision technology. View crystal-clear faces and license plates up to 30 ft (9 m) away even in minimal ambient light as AI-powered image processors deliver vivid colors, high dynamic range, and sharp details. Choose from four unique night vision modes to suit any lighting condition: Human Vision Mode, MaxColor Vision Mode: See in full color in ultra-low light conditions, Adaptive Spotlight Mode: View clear, colorful images at night, and Infrared Night Vision Mode: Delivers crisp black-and-white visuals. Enjoy up to 365 days of battery life with integrated solar panels featuring SolarPlus 2.0 technology. Requiring just 1 hour of daily sunlight to stay fully charged, the refined solar panel ensures partial shade won't hinder the ability to initiate charging of the camera and internal 13000mAh rechargeable battery for continuous, reliable power. Expand your power options with the included external solar panel. Minimize false alerts with dual motion detection that combines radar and passive infrared (PIR) technology. Enjoy added peace of mind with precise notifications for human and vehicle movements, ensuring you never miss important events. The motion-activated Adaptive Spotlight adjusts lighting for optimal footage quality and energy efficiency. With 16GB of built-in local storage*, when connected to the included HomeBase S380, you gain up to 16TB expandable storage with no monthly fees. As a centralized eufy home security hub, HomeBase S380 allows you to manage connected eufy Security devices seamlessly, compile footage, and create unified event overviews~all accessible via the eufy app anytime, from anywhere. The eufy app allows you to set customizable detection zones, enjoy 24/7 smart snapshots that capture periodic images for efficient surveillance, and communicate in real-time with delivery drivers or visitors, The camera's dual-mic array and AI-driven noise reduction technology, captures voices up to 26 ft (8 m) away.
Customer Rating
5
Great Local Security System
on November 11, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
I’ve always wanted to ensure my property was kept safe — even when I wasn’t there to look after it. I remember watching people rifle through my garbage that was set out for heavy trash pickup simply because it was accessible. The problem with that is that if someone were to get injured while on my property, I become liable for that. So, I like to make sure that my bases are covered with security cameras. I have several around the house, including eufyCams. When the opportunity to add these two solar-powered cameras and the newer HomeBase to my system, I couldn’t pass that up.
The first thing I did — even before unboxing it — was to see if my current Eufy products were compatible (2 x eufyCam 2 Pro, Smart Drop, Floodlight Cam, Video Doorbell E340). Fortunately, they all were, but I had to transfer them from the HomeBase 2 over to the HomeBase S380, which comes with the eufyCam S3 Pro. This should have been a painless process. Eufy has it set up to where you can transfer devices from one hub to another as long as they are both connected to the same network. One of my cameras had to be charged, and the Smart Drop never gave me the option to transfer it. This was disappointing because it meant that I had to remove the Smart Drop and re-add it from its default state.
One of the reasons I like Eufy products is because they are extremely easy to use and set up. Aside from this transfer issue, I’ve never had any problems with getting them connected and working as they should. So having this little mishap was unfortunate. All that said, if this is your first eufyCam setup, it’s a very straightforward process.
First, you connect the HomeBase to Ethernet and power. The app will prompt you to update the firmware, which takes around 5 minutes. Next, you’ll add your cameras. The app will direct you to press the sync button on the bottom of the camera and wait for the HomeBase to capture the device. This should only take a moment or two. Then you are up and running.
The image quality is outstanding. I was absolutely amazed at how well images and video were picked up by the cameras — especially at night. I set one of the new cameras up on our front patio and one on our back patio. The back patio is much closer to the HomeBase than the front patio, so that camera does seem to be quicker to respond to connection requests than the other.
One of my favorite features of the Eufy cameras is that the HomeBase stores the recordings locally — not in a cloud somewhere. I’m grateful that these cameras have built-in solar panels. I did charge them completely before setting them up outside, so the solar panels keep them powered up. This was one of my biggest complaints about other cameras — having to charge them.
This is a great camera system, and I love the upgrades that Eufy has made in the past few years. I would recommend these to anyone looking to get a local security system.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Robust Dash Camera System
on November 4, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
One of the more important add-ons someone can get for their car is a dash cam. I’m a big proponent of dash cams and think that everyone should have one. It gives a lot of peace of mind when driving. The problem I think most people have is integrating them into their cars. Installation and preparation of the camera can be burdensome. Fortunately, this particular dash cam is the answer to that problem. The Piqo 2K Dash Camera is a great travel companion. It’s easy to use and very affordable. Here are some things I really like about it.
First, it comes with a microSD card. The camera can accept up to 256GB SD card. I can never seem to find an SD card when I need one, which is why I’m glad that a 32GB one is included. Next, it comes with all the tools needed for a successful installation. One of the big issues I have with dash cams is running the power cable. The Piqo comes with a 13-foot USB-C cable and a car power adapter. If you place the dash camera behind your rearview mirror, which is where the installation guide suggests, you should have plenty of cables available to route around your windshield. A fitting tool is included so that you can properly manage the cable and tuck it into the car’s frame.
Once the camera is physically installed, you can make sure that all your settings are set just the way you want using the mobile app on your phone. Now, here is where I found a little bit of an issue with the system. Any time you want to access the camera, the app has to establish a WiFi connection between your phone and the camera. While you typically wouldn’t be accessing data on the camera while you are driving, this poses a problem for me since I use a device that has wireless CarPlay functionality when I’m driving. Since you can only be connected to one WiFi network at a time, this is a bit of an issue for anyone who wants to use a device that requires a WiFi connection.
I also think that some of the features’ names are a bit confusing. For example, the Smart Parking feature is designed to record events when there are hits or knocks on your car. While I love that this feature exists, I thought ‘Smart Parking’ would somehow provide assistance while I was in the process of parking.
I did find the recording functionality to be superb. It is very sensitive and actually recorded some actions when I was setting up the camera. I guess I bumped it a couple of times, and the camera interpreted that as an event it needed to record. I thought the quality of the video was excellent, and it was easy to tell what the events were from the thumbnails in the video library. I love the Live View mode, but again, I wish the connection could be made without establishing a WiFi network between the camera and the phone.
This is a very robust dash camera system for the investment you make. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone and I would get it again.
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