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Charge your iOS product effortlessly with this Apple USB-C to Lightning cable . The USB port also lets you sync your iPhone or iPad with your computer. This Apple USB-C to Lightning cable is compatible with the newest generations of Apple devices, so it can be used with an iPhone 5 as well as an iPad mini.
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5
Perfect for connecting my phone to the MacBook
on January 17, 2017
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have the new MacBook Pro and when I got it I guess Apple neglected to think about the users who would want to connect there iPhones to there shinny new MacBook Pro's. Needless to say I had to buy this cable to sync and charge from my MacBook Pro. It's a standard quality cable from Apple. Noting over the top about it besides the price. Does the job as needed.
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The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter lets you connect Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices - external hard drives and Thunderbolt displays, for example - to any of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on your MacBook Pro. As a bidirectional adapter, it can also connect new Thunderbolt 3 devices to a Mac with a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port.*
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5
Works as expected
on January 17, 2017
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
I did not want to buy this but Apple made it one of these must have devices to use the new Mac so all I can say is it does the trick. It works as expected and has a price to match Apple.
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Enjoy nonstop music while charging your iPhone with this Belkin Lightning Audio + Charge RockStar adapter. It keeps your iPhone 7 or 7 Plus fully functional while plugged in, and it's compatible with Apple MFi-certified cables and headphones. The 12W power pass-through of this Belkin Lightning Audio + Charge RockStar adapter provides optimal charging speed for compatible devices.
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5
A very useful adapter for iPhone users
on January 14, 2017
Posted by: nickcal
When Apple released the iPhone 7/7 Plus phones this fall, they eliminated the headphone jack to simplify the design. This design choice though forces people to start using the Lightning port for headphones. Because of this, you have to make the sometimes difficult choice of either charging your phone or listening to music. Thankfully, Belkin released this dual lightning port adapter. This device is specifically designed to allow you for the charge/music listening experience and will not allow for two headphones to listen to a single iPhone or allow for two separate charging cables to be connected.
I like the design of this cable. It’s very similar to the adapters and cables that Apple provides. It’s slim and easy to store. I really like that the male end of the adapter is smaller. I currently have a larger case, protective case on my phone and while it doesn’t fit onto standard charging docks, this cable clicks gently into place quite easily. Testing the device out is really simple, too. I plugged the male end into my iPhone 7 and then a set of headphones (using the Apple Lightning adapter) into one of the ports and the a battery pack into the other port. My phone started charging and I was able to listen to music through my headphones. The nice thing was that there was no RF interference, which I used to get when I was using the headphone jack.
If you have an iPhone 7, I would strongly recommend investing in this adapter. It can really alleviate a lot of frustration as you use your phone more and more.
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The Shark Genius Steam Pocket Mop System is our most advanced floor cleaning system ever. Featuring both a Steam Mop and a Spray Pocket mop, the Genius system is the right solution for all your cleaning needs. Harness the power of steam to sanitize 99.9% of household bacteria*. (Sanitization studies were conducted under controlled test conditions. Household conditions and results may vary.)
Customer Rating
4
Would like to see improvements to design
on December 26, 2016
Posted by: nickcal
I was first introduced to steam mops a couple of years ago when I was given one as a gift. The giver was concerned about me breathing in all the cleaning products I used and so a steam mop, which uses steam to clean, was a nice option. I’ve been very happy with the mop I have and was excited for the upgrade with the Genius model from Shark. The burst of steam feature was something that I was very intrigued by as sometimes I just feel as though the steam mop isn’t quite enough on its own. What I found was that the burst of steam isn’t something controlled by a button or switch. I involves flipping the head of the mop around, which is not something I want to do when I’m in the middle of cleaning. I’d much rather have a tap button on the handle to control this feature.
As far as cleaning goes, the mop does a good job of cleaning hard floors. I tested it out in our entryway, which is finished with tile. The tile had a nice shine to it when I was done and by the looks of the mop head, there was quite a bit of dirt picked up.
Assembly was quite easy. One of the benefits of this particular model of steam mop is that you essentially get two mops from one mop head. There are two different types of handles to use with the single head. I like this because it means I need less cleaning objects in my house. Another thing that I don’t like is that even though it’s flexible and the head allows you to slide the mop most places, the mop doesn’t remain standing on its own — it has to be leaning against something.
All in all, this is a nice option for steam mop. I think improvements could be made on the design, but it does a nice job cleaning.
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Revive your Apple Watch conveniently with this Belkin Valet Charger power pack. A single charge of its 6700 mAh battery refuels a watch up to eight times, and an embedded smart chip detects connected devices for automatic wireless charging. This Belkin Valet Charger power pack includes a USB port for simultaneously charging additional devices.
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5
Great for on the go charging
on December 26, 2016
Posted by: nickcal
There has rarely been a day that I haven't worn my Apple Watch since I got it. In fact, I would consider myself a moderate-heavy user of the watch and I don't see that changing any time soon. There is rarely a day that I don't find my watch desperately needing a charge after only 8-9 hours of use. I do have a wall charger both at home and at my desk at work, but there are a lot of times that I'm not either of those places. For those times, I need something more portable like this Valet Charger.
I carry around a portable power bank for my phone and now Belkin has seen fit to create one that comes with a built in magnetic charging module for the Apple Watch. What's nice about this charger is that it's not only designed for the watch, but it's also equipped with a standard USB port so that you can charge other devices, like your phone, from it. The charger re-charges via a Micro USB port, which is pretty normal for this type of charger.
The body of the charger is primarily an aluminum finish to match most Apple designs. The end of the charger that has the magnetic charger for the watch is wrapped in a smooth black finish. There is a 4-light power indicator that you can activate by pressing the light panel in. This is also how you start your devices charging. When the battery arrived, it was partially charged and after I drained it completely, I took the time to charge it up full and found that it takes about 3 hours to charge it completely when it's dead.
I like the overall design of the Valet Charger, but have one small complaint. Since I'm one of those people that likes to carry as few cables as possible, I would have liked to see a USB-C option for output charging. I am in the process of migrating my systems to my new MacBook Pro and one of those changes includes swapping out my iPhone charging cable for one that has a USB-C end. For this reason, it would be great if Belkin has put that in as an option.
The charger has worked well for my on-the-go charging needs.
I carry around a portable power bank for my phone and now Belkin has seen fit to create one that comes with a built in magnetic charging module for the Apple Watch. What's nice about this charger is that it's not only designed for the watch, but it's also equipped with a standard USB port so that you can charge other devices, like your phone, from it. The charger re-charges via a Micro USB port, which is pretty normal for this type of charger.
The body of the charger is primarily an aluminum finish to match most Apple designs. The end of the charger that has the magnetic charger for the watch is wrapped in a smooth black finish. There is a 4-light power indicator that you can activate by pressing the light panel in. This is also how you start your devices charging. When the battery arrived, it was partially charged and after I drained it completely, I took the time to charge it up full and found that it takes about 3 hours to charge it completely when it's dead.
I like the overall design of the Valet Charger, but have one small complaint. Since I'm one of those people that likes to carry as few cables as possible, I would have liked to see a USB-C option for output charging. I am in the process of migrating my systems to my new MacBook Pro and one of those changes includes swapping out my iPhone charging cable for one that has a USB-C end. For this reason, it would be great if Belkin has put that in as an option.
The charger has worked well for my on-the-go charging needs.
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Set up your smartphone to take photographs or stream videos with this Gorilla Pod K9 stand, which resembles a helpful canine to add a bit of fun. The expandable head mount clamps securely to a range of compatible phones for dependable stability. Flexible leg joints on this Gorilla Pod K9 stand adjust to any type of surface, offering level placement.
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5
Such a fun way to mount your phone
on December 23, 2016
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
Perfect for mounting my iPhone in random spots. It's a super fun because it looks like a little dog.
My wife has wanted this thing for ever and I felt good about getting it because Joby makes wonderful products. I had to explain to the Best Buy employee what this was so the only real bad thing is most won't have a clue how to use it lol.
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With 24K gold-plated contacts, this 4' Insignia~ NS-PG04502 cable lets you reliably transfer audio and video signals between devices with a mini HDMI output and devices with a standard HDMI input.
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5
Perfect for my DSLR
on December 9, 2016
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
I needed this cable for viewing my DSLR screen on an external monitor. When i was searching for cables the only ones I was able to find was way to long or to short so finding this one has been wonderful. It's a very basic cable nothing magical about it just a simple HDMI cable but it's the correct size and works.
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With an STM (stepping motor) and focus mechanism, this Canon EF-S 9519B002 zoom lens allows you to record ultrasharp videos or capture crisp photos using your compatible Canon camera. The UD lens element helps you take highly realistic images.
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5
Perfect for my product photos
on December 5, 2016
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
I love taking photos and needed a great lens I could use at this size without paying an area and leg. The Canon Ef-s 10-18mm is just what I needed.
I do with the lenses would be a bit cheaper in price but the STM function that Canon provides is awesome, so I'm not complaining to much.
What makes this lens better then just using the 18-135 the Canon 70D comes with is having the option to have a wider angel shot is something I was able to get out of the 10mm part of the lens without getting any blur. All around great lens.
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Make hands-free calls and listen to music with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones. The wireless design frees your range of motion, and the microphone makes conversations more convenient. Listen to music for over 8 hours on a single charge with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones, which are moisture-resistant for use during strenuous workouts.
Customer Rating
5
Sound quality was quite impressive
on November 26, 2016
Posted by: nickcal
I love wireless headphones. I like to be able to walk around the house and listen to music or even audio from a streaming video and not have to worry about a dangling cord that catches on everything. In the past few years I’ve had the pleasure of testing out many different styles of wireless headphones and wireless ‘sport’ headphones are the most challenging for me to like. They usually don’t fit me very well - even with the different sizes of ear gels - and they constantly fall out of my ear. Because I can’t find a ‘good fit’, I don’t get a good sound. So I tend to shy away from the ‘sport’ style wireless headphones. When I got the Sony Wireless Stereo Headset MDR-XB50BS with Extra Bass, I was hoping that these issues might be alleviated.
At first glance, I was surprised at how large the main earpiece is. On the right ear, you will find a power/multipurpose button along with the volume control. You also charge the headphones from this side from the Micro USB port that is hidden on the underside. The headphones do come with a variety of ear gels and ear wings to help with the ‘fit’. So, one of the first things I did was swap out the gel and wing for a smaller size. The one that came pre-installed was just a bit too large for me. The switch did seem to help quite a bit, but because I’m not very used to in-ear headphones, it took me a little while to get used to them.
The headphones comes with a full set of instructions along with a visual quick start guide. The first step is to pair the headset to your phone or other Bluetooth enabled device. I connected it to my iPhone 7 and then turned on some music. The multipurpose button works well for playing and pausing music and the volume trigger also works as an advance track button if you press/hold it for a couple of seconds.
I have to say that once I got used to the ‘feel’ of them, the sound quality was quite impressive. A lot of headphone users end up complaining that in-ear headphones like this don’t have the best bass quality, but these Sony headphones have an above average bass volume. I tested this out by turning on a Hip-Hop mix station on Pandora Radio and listening to a few tracks. There is a nice bounce to the music without making your ears rattle. It’s a very nice balance between treble and bass.
Overall, I liked these headphones. I am still not sure that these headphones are for me as they were never really ‘comfortable’, but I think the sound quality is much better than other wireless sport headphones. I did find that the ear gels can pop off quite easily. At one point I took the headphone out of my ears and one of the ear gels came off the earpiece.
They are good headphones, but I think they will work best for someone that already likes sport headphones.
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Keep unwanted hair to a minimum with this Philips grooming tool. The waterproof design lets you use it in the shower, and eight attachments make this trimmer perfect for grooming different sections of the face. This Philips grooming tool has a turbo setting to increase cutting speed, and it charges in just one hour to reduce wait time.
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5
Perfect for on the go and at home
on November 20, 2016
Posted by: nickcal
I'm very excited about this shaver. It's portable and has plenty of attachments that makes using it for multiple areas of the body perfect. It comes with a nice leather travel bag that I can keep it and the attachments in. It is a really good value for all the accessories that come with it. For the past several years, I've bounced around from razor/trimmer to razor/trimmer trying to find the right balance of function and portability. This one is perfect for travel and use at home even though some might just think of it for travel. I have another shaver that isn't quite as portable and this one works better than it does. It is easy to clean and switch attachment heads out. This would make a great gift for someone who needs a razor with lots of options.
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Life~s extraordinary moments deserve to be captured with smooth video. DJI OM 4 is a magnetic gimbal designed to complement your smartphone, allowing you to start recording right away. Ultra-compact, easy to use, and bursting with intelligent features, OM 4 is the ultimate solution for capturing and sharing your world.
Does the magnetic sticker phone attachment interfere with wireless phone charging?
Ensure meals are cooked evenly with this Breville the Combi Wave 3-in-1e microwave. The grill, convection oven and microwave functions provide a variety of cooking options, while the Element IQ technology precisely delivers the right cooking temperature for optimal results. This Breville the Combi Wave 3-in-1 microwave features a Power Smoothing inverter for automatic adjustment of power to enable even heat distribution.
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Will Google Home work with ECOBEE Thermostat?
No. Unfortunately, Google has limited functionality to only the Nest thermostat. At this time, I don't see them opening up support for third parties as they are probably trying to push it with their own hardware, but that could always change.
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Enjoy a compact tablet that fits neatly in your pocket with this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet. It includes a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM that deliver powerful processing to play all your games and apps, and the 16GB of flash memory ensure this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet and store your files.
can i download skype
Depends on the Google Play store. If Microsoft has a version of Skype for Android then yes.
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