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The Magnifi Mini home theater sound bar system delivers big room-filling audio and surround sound experience you’d expect from a full-size sound bar—all in an ultra-compact design that fits any space. Polk’s exclusive Voice Adjust technology dramatically increases vocal clarity and volume level for crystal clear dialogue no matter what you’re watching. Plus, our patented surround technology and Dolby Digital 5.1 decoding creates incredible room-filling surround sound all from a sound bar that is less than 15” long. Compatible with nearly all TVs, the universal sound bar works with your TV, cable box or satellite IR remote control and features simple setup in minutes with the included HDMI cable. The powerful wireless subwoofer delivers deep impactful bass to your favorite movies, TV, games, sports and music too. And if volume’s too loud during late night viewing, Night Mode lets you easily watch your favorite programs at night without waking the neighbors or other family members in your home. What’s more, bring the concert into your room with wireless music streaming via WiFi, Google Cast and Bluetooth. Whatever you do, just don’t let the MagniFi Mini’s small size fool you—this is that big Polk sound you love from a little bar.
 
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Great sound, clear voice, and decent bass
on May 29, 2017
Posted by: optimummind
This Polk Magnifi Mini soundbar system is fantastic!! I have it paired with my 55" 4K Samsung TV (model: UN55KU6270FXZA) and it has greatly improved my TV-watching experience. As is typical with most TV's, my TV's audio was merely adequate and not really good. I especially had a hard time listening to voice dialogues. The Magnifi Mini takes care of that issue by clearly and loudly projecting people's voices right toward you in a very understandable manner. With its own remote control button setting for voice clarity & loudness adjustment, I really appreciate the flexibility that Polk provides.
The TV's default volume levels were never an issue with me but the Magnifi Mini improves and extends the volume range as well. If you crank it up, the sound can get very, very loud to the point that you get uncomfortable.
The bass that emits from the wireless subwoofer is a very nice addition to the media experience. Just as it is important to have a nice subwoofer in your car for maximum music enjoyment, having a subwoofer for your TV system adds further enjoyment and it immerses you into the movie's world further.
In addition, I really appreciate how compact the Polk Magnifi Mini system is. My TV stand isn't very deep with a depth of about 15". Yet, I was able to securely position the Magnifi Mini speaker in front of the TV. The subwoofer is pretty slim as well, allowing me to fit it between two bookcases.
All in all, this is a fantastic investment for anyone who wants higher-quality sound, fidelity, and experience from their TV media consumption. I highly recommend it.
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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Meet your large household’s high-bandwidth requirements with this tri-band Linksys Max-Stream Wi-Fi router. It performs at up to 4 Gbps for high-speed Internet access, and its MU-MIMO technology lets everyone at home enjoy smooth, simultaneous gaming and media streaming on multiple devices. This Linksys Max-Stream Wi-Fi router has six adjustable external antennas for maximum area coverage
 
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Great router
on May 8, 2017
Posted by: optimummind
This router is a beast! I say that not only because of its HUGE size but also because of its excellent coverage and performance. For a router that isn't mesh-based (like Google Wifi or Linksys Velop), the coverage it offers is pretty good and so are the speeds.
I like to test my network speeds outside on my front porch where I spend a lot of my internet time and the Linksys EA9300 didn't disappoint (the router is inside my bedroom, about 30 feet away from the front porch, past 3 walls).
At the same location, the Linksys EA9300 (non-mesh) got 54.94 Mbps down versus Google Wifi's (mesh with 3 access points) 70.47 Mbps. The EA9300 achieved 7.41 Mbps upload and Google Wifi 7.01 Mbps. Both routers allowed me to achieve download speeds higher than what I purchase from Spectrum (50 Mbps down package).
So Google Wifi, through its multiple access points, offers higher speed at the front porch on a speedtest. But why do I prefer the Linksys EA9300? It is more stable. The Google Wifi mesh system, during access point handoffs, will sometimes bring my internet speed to a crawl as I move around the house with my smartphone (Galaxy S7 Edge). It is supposed to seamless and fast but that just hasn't been the case for me. Sometimes, my phone loses Wifi and switches over to LTE which just shouldn't happen. So despite Google's promise of easy handover and switching, I've been frustrated many times because my webpages and videos are being interrupted.
Another win for EA9300 over Google Wifi is the support for external storage. The back of the router has two USB 3 ports where you can plug in your own storage solutions for personal cloud backup. Google Wifi doesn't support external storage. Also, the Linksys smartphone app has more power-user options than the relatively bare options Google offers.
Luckily, my house isn't too big so a single router like the Linksys EA9300 works out just fine and suits my family's needs. With 15 devices connected, the EA9300 handles everyone's streams like a champ without breaking a sweat. And it is stable and predictable, which are very important for me.
With that said, I highly recommend this router. Another great product from Linksys!
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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We know pets makes messes. Whether it's tracked-in mud or bathroom accidents, BISSELL® ProHeat 2X® Revolution® Pet Pro Plus carpet cleaner handles those though pet messes with its exclusive Pet Pro Cleanup System. This system includes a CleanShot® pretreater to remove spots and stains; the 2-in-1 Pet Upholstery Tool to remove pet hair, stains and odors from upholstery, a trial-size of BISSELL® PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator formula, and an EZ Clean Brush Roll Cover to make maintaining the machine easy. When used in MAX Clean Mode, you get powerful cleaning that outcleans the leading rental*** and leaves carpet dry in about 30 minutes with Express Clean Mode.** All of this cleaning power comes in a lightweight and maneuverable machine with a low-profile foot that gets under furniture. But this machine doesn't just pick up after pets, it helps save them, too. BISSELL® proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation® and its mission to help save homeless pets. When you buy a BISSELL product, you help save pets, too. We’re proud to design products that help make pet messes, odors and pet homelessness disappear.***Cleaning results based on ASTM F2828 using BISSELL PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator formula in MAX clean mode against the Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3 carpet cleaner using their top selling formula.**Express Clean Mode (reference instruction in user guide). Tested on new carpet with protectant. Results may vary.
 
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Works well & it's easy-to-use
on May 8, 2017
Posted by: optimummind
This Bissell steam carpet cleaner arrived at the perfect time! Our carpet was overdue for some cleaning due to our two dogs, one cat, and one hyper 2-yr-old toddler running around constantly depositing dirt, grime, coconut oil, milk, snacks, juice, chocolate, and other stuff all around the house.
The setup was super simple. Pop in the handle, screw in the carry handle, pop in the two containers (one that houses the hot water & cleaning solution and the other that houses the dirty water), and start cleaning.
The solutions that come inside the box isn't enough to clean even a small bedroom. Luckily, I already had some cleaning chemicals so I did our entire 2-bedroom house including the living room.
Compared to my older Hoover SteamVac unit (see picture), the Bissell ProHeat 2X was much easier to use. It is a little bit lighter, easier to maneuver under tables and desks, and easier to carry around due to the convenient location of the carry handle. The dirty and clean water containers are also much easier to pop-out and pop back in. With the Hoover unit, I had to unlatch two arms, tilt the machine backwards without having it tip over and dropping to the floor, and pop it out. With this Bissell unit, I just press down on the purple latch and slide it out. So easy!!
As for the cleaning power and ability, it is pretty good. It surprisingly cleaned up all of the coconut oil that was spilled by my toddler on the living room carpet. In one of the bedrooms, the Bissell was able to take out some grime that the Hoover unit couldn't. Both machines were using the same set of cleaning chemicals and boosters.
I didn't get a chance to use all the extra accessories but they look very easy to use (pop-in and pop-out) and maintain.
I'm very satisfied with the Bissell ProHeat 2x's cleaning power, ease of use, and performance. I highly recommend it.
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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Hear every footstep, click and breath with this Razer Kraken digital gaming headset. The powerful 50mm drivers have neodymium magnets so that they produce exceptional sound directly to your ear, and the included microphone picks up speech clearly. This Razer Kraken digital gaming headset connects to a USB port for easy setup.
 
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Best headphones I've ever used
on April 18, 2017
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This Razer Kracken 7.1 Chroma V2 headset is fantastic~!!
First thing I noticed right away when wearing this was just how soft and comfortable it is. With the adjustable head band, I was quickly able to find the perfect fitment for my head. And unlike past headsets I've tried, the ear muffs are very well padded, soft, and comfortable. My ears don't get sweaty, my head doesn't hurt later because of any tiresome pressure applied to my head, and it's lighter than it looks. I can game for 3-4 hours and there is no fatigue or discomfort associated with wearing this.
As for the sound quality, it really is awesome. After installing the Synapse software and tuning the audio profile, my gaming sound experience has improved so much. The game I've tested extensively with was The Witcher 3 and the game world really comes alive. The sound of the wind and bristling of the wild life and foliage, the nuances of spoken characters' voices, the monster sound effects, and the bass! The bass is pretty darn good.
This headset is so good, I prefer playing my games with the Razer headset rather than playing the audio through my 5.1 speaker setup which I've been using for years.
Prior to using this headset, I never appreciated these "gaming headset" types. Now I know why some people will pay extra for this kind of high quality gaming headsets.
All in all, this is highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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Enhance your 4G LTE or 3G signal with this weBoost eqo 4G, which is ideal for one to two rooms. This compact antenna covers up to 1500 square feet and works for multiple cellular devices at once, regardless of carrier. Make your signal up to 32 times stronger and get more done with this weBoost eqo 4G antenna kit.
 
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Made a difference
on April 8, 2017
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I live in an area where Sprint's data and voice signal quality is categorized as "fair," according to the manual of this product. Although this weBoost unit didn't blow my mind away with its improvements, it did bring about a decent boost to signal reception and data speeds in a couple known problem areas.
I get the best signal outside the house at my front porch, where the signal strength is -105 dBm with Speedtest speeds of ~15.5 Mbps DL and ~2 Mbps UL. This is on LTE Band 25 (1900). My Galaxy S7 Edge doesn't pick up Sprint's faster Band 41 (2500) from my house. Besides, this weBoost unit doesn't support signal boost coverage for Band 41 anyways.
I experience the worst signal quality inside my bathroom with a reading of -118 dBm. Second worst area is my bedroom with a reading of -114 dBm. Inside my bedroom, my average DL speed is ~13 Mbps and ~1.5 Mbps UL.
After installing the weBoost unit, the signal reading from inside my bathroom improved from -118 dBm to -109 dBm~! For my bedroom, it improved from -114 dBm to -110 dBm. My Speedtest speeds inside my bedroom still aren't as fast as my front porch area but the speeds have improved to ~14 Mbps DL and ~2 Mbps UL.
These aren't super fantastic gains but gains nonetheless.
As for voice calls, the number of bars being reported inside my bedroom went up from 1 bar to 2 bars. Not bad.
I think the weBoost is a neat little device that does really work but it would be more compelling if the price was lower.
With that said, I recommend it for those who experience inconsistent voice & data receptions.
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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Make your home an internet haven with this versatile Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system. Three identical tri-band dual-stream AC2200 routers, each equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, deliver lightning-fast internet. Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0/LE, this Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system is simple to set up and pairs easily with computers, tablets and smart devices.
 
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Excellent range mesh system with decent speeds
on January 14, 2017
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The Linksys Velop is a great Wifi mesh network system that people with big and/or multi-story homes should definitely purchase.
It has a cool, modern design, the nodes blend in well with the environment, the setup process is very easy to perform via the Linksys smartphone app, the Wifi coverage area is EXCELLENT, and the speeds are pretty good.
The Linksys Velop is my second experience with a Wifi mesh-type network system (first was the Google Wifi) and my experience with the Velop has been positive. The initial setup procedure was completed with the Linksys smartphone app and it was easy and simple. The time it took to setup each node, though, wasn't fast. It took maybe 15 to 20 minutes total.
As for the range, there are no complaints. Every single corner of my home plus outside of my house are washed in great Wifi signal quality and reliability.
If there was one disappointment, it was the top download speed. I purchase 50 Mbps broadband and doing a Speedtest on my front porch, the max download I'm able to get is ~33 Mbps. With Google Wifi at the same location, I was pulling down above my 50 Mbps limit and getting 69 Mbps.
Despite not achieving the same top DL speed as Google Wifi, I prefer the Velop because the connection speeds are more consistent and even. When my devices used to be connected to Google Wifi, my Youtube resolution would often drop down to 480p and even into 240p despite my device located within 3 feet of a node. When I changed the resolution to anything higher, it would simply drop back down to 240p or 480p. That was UNACCEPTABLE. With the Velop, I'm not experiencing such degradation issues.
Overall, I'm highly satisfied and happy with the Velop and give my full recommendation.
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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Get your mouth clean with this Philips Sonicare DiamondClean toothbrush. Five modes and three brush heads help you get the best cleaning possible. A dual-charging system makes this Philips Sonicare DiamondClean toothbrush ideal for use at home or away, and the brush heads go on and off easily for fast replacing.
 
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Easy to use and cleans teeth well
on December 25, 2016
Posted by: optimummind
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This is my first time ever using an electric toothbrush and I must say, it's neat and easy to use. Connect the toothbrush bristle, run some water over it, place some toothpaste over it, put the bristle inside your mouth, and start brushing. Simple.
With that said, however, there are a few things one has to remember to do before you start brushing. First, determine what setting you want to use before you put toothpaste onto the brush. Because once there is toothpaste on the brush and the brush is not in your mouth and it's vibrating, the toothpaste is gonna fly everywhere. So know what setting you want to use first.
Another thing you gotta remember to do is to charge the toothbrush once in a while. Luckily, charging the toothbrush is simple and easy since it gets charged wirelessly. It is just a simple act of placing the toothbrush inside the charging cup.
Using an electric toothbrush didn't BLOW my mind or change my world but it is convenient and I do feel that it does a better job than manual brushing when it comes to cleaning my teeth.
I recommend it.
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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Introducing Chromecast UltraDelivers everything you love about Chromecast plus faster processing speeds and up to 4K Ultra HD & HDR picture quality*. Chromecast Ultra works with iPhone®, iPad®, Android devices, Mac®, Windows®, and Chromebooks.
 
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5
Fast & reliable
on December 25, 2016
Posted by: optimummind
from Orange, CA
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I got the Chromecast Ultra shortly after upgrading our living room TV to a 4K TV and it's been great. Just like the previous generation Chromecast I've been using for 3 years, the new Ultra is just as reliable and easy-to-use. It's noticeably faster than the older model which is appreciated.
Highly recommended.
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Upgrade your home theater setup with this Samsung UHD TV. The 4K ultra HD resolution delivers crisp, clear images, and the Dolby Digital Plus audio creates an immersive listening experience. Featuring a web browser, built-in apps and a smart hub, this Samsung UHD TV lets you enjoy content from all your favorite platforms.
 
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5
Great TV and a Great Value
on December 25, 2016
Posted by: optimummind
from Orange, CA
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I purchased this TV during the Black Friday holiday period and I'm very happy and satisfied with its quality, its ease of use, its design, and its price.
This 55" 4K TV is replacing my previous Samsung 46" 1080p HDTV and it's a good upgrade. Bright screen, sharp and crisp images, good sound, a sleek and easy-to-use remote, and a more streamlined menu system.
Paired up with a Google Chromecast Ultra, it's been a joy enjoying content from providers such as Netflix, YouTube, and Hulu.
This TV not having Bluetooth and ports for older DVD players is not an issue for our household since we stream most of our content.
Overall, I recommend this TV as a good buy.
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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Create a reliable internet connection throughout your home with this Google Wi-Fi system. The convenient package of three connectivity points effortlessly covers even large homes up to 4,500 square feet. This Google Wi-Fi system eliminates uneven bandwidth usage among multiple devices, including cellphones and tablets, for an unimpeded connection that doesn't lag behind.
 
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A simple but great router with awesome coverage
on December 20, 2016
Posted by: optimummind
This is my first encounter with a Wifi-Mesh type router and it has been a great experience. The best thing about this router is its awesome Wifi coverage area, followed by its elegant and pleasing exterior design, all executed in a very simple and easy-to-use software setup.
Never before in and outside of my home did I experience such great and consistent Wifi coverage and speed. With one router inside my bedroom next to the cable modem, one router placed inside another bedroom, and the third router placed inside the living room close to the kitchen, my whole home is blanketed in strong, even, consistent, and fast Wifi. With my previous router, the Asus RT-AC86U, my Wifi speed would slow down when I'm outside sitting on my front porch. The 5GHz frequency was barely usable there so I would switch to the 2.4GHz band to do anything meaningful. With the Google Wifi mesh setup, there is no place where I don't get fast and reliable coverage. Just wow.
Even the packaging was a delight - the clean, white rectangular box and the three round & well-crafted routers you see once you flip open the package. They are eye-pleasing and for a household like mine where pretty much almost all of the furniture are white, these routers blend in very well.
Another aspect of the router experience that is worth mentioning is how simple it was to set up the router using the Google Wifi app. It guides you through each of the steps and they are very easy to follow along and execute.
Upon opening the app, the user is greeted with a visual diagram that succinctly & clearly displays the number of your Wifi points and the number of devices that are connected to the network. Tapping the "Wifi points" option takes you to a screen that tells you where each of your Wifi points are located in the house. From this screen, you can tap on the Settings icon where you can perform the following tasks: check for new firmware updates & update firmware, restart the network, perform a factory reset, and control the brightness of each Wifi access point.
Tapping on the "Devices" option takes you to a screen that shows you the names and number of devices connected to the network. When you tap a device in this screen, you're given the option to change the name of each device and also to view its current real-time network activity.
Other nifty & useful features include Guest Wifi and Family W-Fi Pause. With the Family Wi-Fi Pause, one can pause Internet service to certain devices.
If there is one thing I miss from my old router that I wish these Google Wifi routers supported is the option to connect my external USB hard drive to the router to setup my own network drive that I can access from anywhere with an app. Frankly, I never really used this option very much so its absence here is not critical for me and not a deciding factor against Google Wifi.
With that said, I'm very, very pleased with this router & I highly recommend it to anyone.
My Best Buy number: 0533540387
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ASUS TUF Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The Intel i7 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 144hz FHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 512GB SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
 

HI everybode. Can u let me know some info? I think it is normally GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU or GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q? THank you

It's the Max-Q version.
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ASUS TUF Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The Intel i7 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 144hz FHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 512GB SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
 

Are the Usb ports Usb 3.0 or higher?

Yes.
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ASUS TUF Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The Intel i7 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 144hz FHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 512GB SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
 

Can i add an internal hard disk? It makes an issue with warranty especially i am in middle east?

Yes, you can add another NVME drive. There are two slots total inside the laptop.
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ASUS TUF Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The Intel i7 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 144hz FHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 512GB SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
 

does the key board back lite change colors like the tuff rizen 7

Unfortunately, no.
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Bose Sleepbuds II deliver relaxing sounds that help you fall asleep, and use Bose noise-masking technology so you stay asleep. Tiny, wireless Sleepbuds II are designed for comfort with sleep technology clinically proven to help you fall asleep faster. Sleepbuds II play content only from the Bose Sleep app, which gives you full control of the Sound Library and helps you personalize features. Discover tranquil tones and soothing sounds from nature. Or, use Bose noise-masking sounds to cover unwanted nighttime noise. Download your favorite sounds directly to Sleepbuds II, control volume, and set a personal wake-up alarm. Sleepbuds II feature proprietary eartips made of soft silicone for a comfortable, secure fit. Sleep on your back or side, or rollover during the night, they’ll stay put. Get up to ten hours of battery life from a single charge, enough for a full night’s sleep — and three additional charges from the portable case.
 

I live in an apartment with the loudest bunch of people above me,Do you think it might mask a dog's bark?Or loud thuds? Thanks!

The reason I got the original Sleepbuds was to mask out the neighbor's barking dogs. The Sleepbuds II, like the first-gen ones, does a fantastic job blocking out dog noises (mine inside the house as well as the neighbor's).

If you increase the Sleepbud loudness level from inside the Bose app, you can also easily block out noisy people (conversations, shouting, their music, etc).
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Bose Sleepbuds II deliver relaxing sounds that help you fall asleep, and use Bose noise-masking technology so you stay asleep. Tiny, wireless Sleepbuds II are designed for comfort with sleep technology clinically proven to help you fall asleep faster. Sleepbuds II play content only from the Bose Sleep app, which gives you full control of the Sound Library and helps you personalize features. Discover tranquil tones and soothing sounds from nature. Or, use Bose noise-masking sounds to cover unwanted nighttime noise. Download your favorite sounds directly to Sleepbuds II, control volume, and set a personal wake-up alarm. Sleepbuds II feature proprietary eartips made of soft silicone for a comfortable, secure fit. Sleep on your back or side, or rollover during the night, they’ll stay put. Get up to ten hours of battery life from a single charge, enough for a full night’s sleep — and three additional charges from the portable case.
 

I have the original Bose - Sleepbuds....are these the same thing or improved in some way?

The Sleepbuds II is way better. The Sleepbuds II are flatter and more oval-shaped, making them even more comfortable inside your ears. Probably due to the better fitment, passive noise isolation has been significantly improved. Also, when you rub your head on the pillow while lying sideways, there is no more rubbing noise.

The charging mechanism has also been improved. The charging pins and the magnet are no longer on the same row but separated into two, making it easier and faster to position the Sleepbuds correctly when putting them into the charging case. Due to the redesign, I don't think the magnet is going to eventually fall out like they did with the original Sleepbuds.
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Bose Sleepbuds II deliver relaxing sounds that help you fall asleep, and use Bose noise-masking technology so you stay asleep. Tiny, wireless Sleepbuds II are designed for comfort with sleep technology clinically proven to help you fall asleep faster. Sleepbuds II play content only from the Bose Sleep app, which gives you full control of the Sound Library and helps you personalize features. Discover tranquil tones and soothing sounds from nature. Or, use Bose noise-masking sounds to cover unwanted nighttime noise. Download your favorite sounds directly to Sleepbuds II, control volume, and set a personal wake-up alarm. Sleepbuds II feature proprietary eartips made of soft silicone for a comfortable, secure fit. Sleep on your back or side, or rollover during the night, they’ll stay put. Get up to ten hours of battery life from a single charge, enough for a full night’s sleep — and three additional charges from the portable case.
 

Can they play the music on your phone

No.
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Step into virtual reality with this Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset. The advanced optics produce a sharp display with bright, vivid colors, and Oculus Insight tracking removes the need for external sensors to convert movements into virtual reality. This Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset has a fit wheel that secures the headset with a quick twist.
 

Ok so there is the oculas quest no cables nothing like that but limited space and this one has wires and more games and more which one should i get?

I personally prefer the Rift S because of better game visuals, game modding possibilities, and a larger library of games I have access to. I do not mind the cord except for its tangling up tendency.
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Step into virtual reality with this Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset. The advanced optics produce a sharp display with bright, vivid colors, and Oculus Insight tracking removes the need for external sensors to convert movements into virtual reality. This Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset has a fit wheel that secures the headset with a quick twist.
 

Will this work for someone with an IPD greater than 70? What is your IPD and how is it working for you?

My IPD is 66mm and the focus and clarity are great.
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Play your favorite PC games with this 15.6-inch Lenovo laptop. Its Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM let you run multiple programs without performance lag, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of file storage space. This Lenovo laptop has a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti graphics card for fast rendering of images and videos.
 

Is this the 144hz model? How can we know the refresh rate of each variant?

This is NOT the 144 Hz variant. It is 60 Hz. Frankly, you don't need a 144 Hz display as the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti won't be able to hit frames that high in most games.
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