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The Brydge 12.3 Pro+ wireless keyboard with touchpad matches the quality and functionality of the Surface Pro 4,5,6, and 7 seamlessly. Designed to meet the standards set by Microsoft, the Brydge 12.3 Pro+ features a precision touchpad, adjustable viewing angles and 3-level backlit keys, bringing a laptop-like experience to your Surface Pro.
Customer Rating
4
Highly functional, but heavy
on December 17, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Brydge makes some fantastic keyboards. I've used their keyboards for the Google Slate and older model Surfaces. It really brings a "laptop experience" to tablet-hybrid devices. But it's not without it's compromises. If you find yourself using a Surface tablet on the go, and don't have easy access to a flat service, this is a great addition to your Surface. Just know that it makes for one heavy package.
IN THE BOX
Included is an extremely short USB-C to USB-C cable for charging, and obviously the keyboard. There's a quick instruction pamphlet, and there's also a "guide" of sorts on the inside of the flap. A quick read of either and you will get the gist of it it works. It's simple to use.
Included is an extremely short USB-C to USB-C cable for charging, and obviously the keyboard. There's a quick instruction pamphlet, and there's also a "guide" of sorts on the inside of the flap. A quick read of either and you will get the gist of it it works. It's simple to use.
SETUP
All you need to do is to open up the each hinge (they're pretty firm) so you can slide the Surface in. Then you slide the Surface into the hinges. The inside of the hinges is a firm rubber that holds it in place without damaging the screen. You just need to make sure you get the spacing lined up so when it's shut, the computer is lined up with the keyboard.
All you need to do is to open up the each hinge (they're pretty firm) so you can slide the Surface in. Then you slide the Surface into the hinges. The inside of the hinges is a firm rubber that holds it in place without damaging the screen. You just need to make sure you get the spacing lined up so when it's shut, the computer is lined up with the keyboard.
From there, you turn on your Surface and log in and go to your Bluetooth settings. The one minor pain with the setup (not to say you couldn't use the type cover if you have one) is navigating using the touchscreen. Obviously the Surface is a tablet, but you're still using Windows. Once there, you search for new devices. Then you push the FN key and power key at the same time. You'll see a green light indicating the power is on. Then you hold the pairing button which is right next to the power key. The key itself doesn't light up blue, but you'll see the standard blue pairing light underneath the power button. Then you should see the Brydge keyboard in the system settings.
I had absolutely no issues with pairing. It did take a minute or so to "get the device ready" but I was able to begin using it immediately. Out of the box the keyboard was charged to about 50%. I plugged it in nonetheless and the battery was charged in about 2 hours. I don't think it took that long, I didn't watch, but the time it takes to charge is no problem. And you can power it through the USB-C port in the Surface.
BUILD and USAGE
I want to mention the build quality because it's fantastic. This keyboard is sturdy and well built. The hinge holds the monitor firmly in place while open and you don't have to worry about it swinging open (like type covers). The keys aren't mechanical (I don't think) but they have enough travel to make the typing experience enjoyable. While I do like my touch cover, I much prefer the typing experience on the Brydge, as well as the stability it provides.
I want to mention the build quality because it's fantastic. This keyboard is sturdy and well built. The hinge holds the monitor firmly in place while open and you don't have to worry about it swinging open (like type covers). The keys aren't mechanical (I don't think) but they have enough travel to make the typing experience enjoyable. While I do like my touch cover, I much prefer the typing experience on the Brydge, as well as the stability it provides.
I found the touchpad to be pretty good. The gold standard IMHO is the Apple trackpad, and while it's not that sensitive, it's pretty solid. It's marginally better than the trackpad on the type cover, which I only say because it's not a night and day difference (which isn't a bad thing). You can also use pinch to zoom, two fingers to scroll, much like you can in most laptops. Brydge seems to mention this in its packaging as if it's a big feature, but honestly, I think it's expected of any laptop/keyboard in 2020.
Honestly, there's not much else to say about the performance. It works and works well. That's not a knock on it at all; you are getting a quality keyboard that does what it's supposed to do and do it well.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS/QUIRKS
The way I see it, there are three big drawbacks to this keyboard. The first is the cost. If you already have a type cover, it's hard to justify (IMO) buying a new keyboard unless you absolutely can't stand your type cover keyboard. The second is that you have to charge it. It's rated with a 6 month battery life and I haven't had it long enough to even come close to testing that claim. But even if it goes a couple months, I'd be happy. The issue is going to be whether you have a USB cable with you when the battery dies (unless your type A and charge it regularly). Obviously this isn't a concern with the type cover. I don't think the fact that you have to charge the keyboard is a reason not to get it, it's just something to think about. The bigger drawback is the weight. When holding the keyboard in one hand and the Surface in another, they have a similar "heft," with the Surface feeling a tad bit heavier. Put the two together and your light and thin surface is quite a bit heavier and twice as thick. Pairing a Brydge keyboard with a Surface still produces a relatively light and thin laptop, but it's certainly heavier than the type cover combo. For most, this may not matter at all. But for some it may. To me that's the biggest consideration in purchasing the Brydge.
The way I see it, there are three big drawbacks to this keyboard. The first is the cost. If you already have a type cover, it's hard to justify (IMO) buying a new keyboard unless you absolutely can't stand your type cover keyboard. The second is that you have to charge it. It's rated with a 6 month battery life and I haven't had it long enough to even come close to testing that claim. But even if it goes a couple months, I'd be happy. The issue is going to be whether you have a USB cable with you when the battery dies (unless your type A and charge it regularly). Obviously this isn't a concern with the type cover. I don't think the fact that you have to charge the keyboard is a reason not to get it, it's just something to think about. The bigger drawback is the weight. When holding the keyboard in one hand and the Surface in another, they have a similar "heft," with the Surface feeling a tad bit heavier. Put the two together and your light and thin surface is quite a bit heavier and twice as thick. Pairing a Brydge keyboard with a Surface still produces a relatively light and thin laptop, but it's certainly heavier than the type cover combo. For most, this may not matter at all. But for some it may. To me that's the biggest consideration in purchasing the Brydge.
The other quirk I had was powering it on. I can't say I'm doing it right, but when I used it, you had to turn it on every time. It's one of those first world, minor annoyance problems. So now you have to turn on the Surface AND the keyboard to use it. But it does become second nature. And the keyboard turns off after a small amount of time of not using it. This must be to conserve battery, but it's a little annoying when, say after watching a Netflix show, you have to turn the keyboard back on. Luckily, when you turn it on, it connects almost instantly.
CONCLUSION
For what it is, the Brydge is a great product. It offers a solution to a problem of using a Surface on your lap. It also provides a better typing experience. But you will sacrifice some weight and portability (to a certain degree) and will have to charge it from time to time. If you already have a type cover it may not be worth the investment, but if you are looking to buy a Surface (and Microsoft requires you to purchase a keyboard separately), then the Brydge is definitely worth a look.
For what it is, the Brydge is a great product. It offers a solution to a problem of using a Surface on your lap. It also provides a better typing experience. But you will sacrifice some weight and portability (to a certain degree) and will have to charge it from time to time. If you already have a type cover it may not be worth the investment, but if you are looking to buy a Surface (and Microsoft requires you to purchase a keyboard separately), then the Brydge is definitely worth a look.
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De'Longhi All-In-One Combination Coffee and Espresso Machine
Customer Rating
5
Expensive but easy to use and great coffee
on November 18, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
This is an expensive machine but well worth the investment if you like making espresso and lattes at home. It does it all and it’s easy to use and clean to boot. It comes with almost everything you need, but I recommend buying a few accessories to get the most out of it.
IN THE BOX
The box is protected and put together in a smart way. It comes with the maker itself, glass carafe, portafilter, three different portafilter caps (for different amounts of espresso grounds ranging from .5, 1 and 2) coffee ground scooper, permanent filter, and cleaning solution. It also comes with some handy instruction manuals.
The box is protected and put together in a smart way. It comes with the maker itself, glass carafe, portafilter, three different portafilter caps (for different amounts of espresso grounds ranging from .5, 1 and 2) coffee ground scooper, permanent filter, and cleaning solution. It also comes with some handy instruction manuals.
Putting it together is pretty straightforward. You remove some of the tape holding the doors shut in transit and take off the plastic wrapping.
SETUP and FIRST TIME USE
At the outset, I recommend reading the manual (I admit, I don’t normally read product manuals). The device itself is easy to figure out, but a quic, read through and you won’t have to read it again. You do have to run some hot water through the espresso machine and coffee machine (at least it’s recommended) before making your first cup of coffee.
At the outset, I recommend reading the manual (I admit, I don’t normally read product manuals). The device itself is easy to figure out, but a quic, read through and you won’t have to read it again. You do have to run some hot water through the espresso machine and coffee machine (at least it’s recommended) before making your first cup of coffee.
EASE OF USE
It’s really easy to use once you know how it works. It contains two water containers. One is for the espresso and the other is for the drip coffee maker. To put water in for drip coffee you simply swing the tray above the carafe to the left and pour the water in through the top of the swing out tray. The other water container sits in the back of the device on the left side. You lift the cover and you can pull out a water container for the espresso/steam features.
It’s really easy to use once you know how it works. It contains two water containers. One is for the espresso and the other is for the drip coffee maker. To put water in for drip coffee you simply swing the tray above the carafe to the left and pour the water in through the top of the swing out tray. The other water container sits in the back of the device on the left side. You lift the cover and you can pull out a water container for the espresso/steam features.
Making drip coffee is as easy as any other drip coffee maker, you pour the water in, put in the coffee grounds and hit the “coffee” button. For espresso, you turn on the espresso button to turn it on (so it heats the water up). Then you put the espresso grounds into the portafilter (using the bottom of the coffee grounds scooper to pack it in). Place it in the espresso part, turn it clockwise to lock it in place (where the handle is pointing towards you). Then you hit the button below the espresso power button, (the machine will make a loud noise) and then a few seconds later you have espresso coming out.
Steaming milk. The last of three buttons on the front of the machine re the espresso function, the steaming function. The nozzle sticks out from the side of the machine and isn’t terribly long, but is plenty long to get in the bottom of a metal pitcher. The steaming function doesn’t take long to get started (so long as you have water in the machine). Previously I used a frother on a Ninja machine which was fine, but the steam just makes the milk “frothy-er”. Again, super easy to use.
QUALITY
I’m not a real coffee snob, but I do like espresso and lattes. I also grind my own whole beans every morning. I pretty much make drip coffee, espresso and lattes. And I found the quality to be great.
I’m not a real coffee snob, but I do like espresso and lattes. I also grind my own whole beans every morning. I pretty much make drip coffee, espresso and lattes. And I found the quality to be great.
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND
I said in the beginning there’s a few accessories I recommend you buy that don’t come with the device. One are some small cappuccino cups (I recommend the small vacuum sealed ones made of glass) and a metal frothing pitcher. The espresso portafilter has two spouts which is convenient for making two shops of espresso at once. But you’ll need the small cups to put side-by-side to fill each of them up. Of course, you can put one larger-ish cup underneath both spouts of the portafilter to fill up one cup. And note that when you hit the espresso button, it will run until the water runs out or you hit the button again to stop it.
I said in the beginning there’s a few accessories I recommend you buy that don’t come with the device. One are some small cappuccino cups (I recommend the small vacuum sealed ones made of glass) and a metal frothing pitcher. The espresso portafilter has two spouts which is convenient for making two shops of espresso at once. But you’ll need the small cups to put side-by-side to fill each of them up. Of course, you can put one larger-ish cup underneath both spouts of the portafilter to fill up one cup. And note that when you hit the espresso button, it will run until the water runs out or you hit the button again to stop it.
The machine vibrates quite a bit when it’s firing up the espresso. This does sometimes move the cups underneath the portafilter so make sure to watch it closely so it doesn’t spill. The vibrating doesn’t move the machine, it’s nothing that violent, but it does move the cups a bit.
The device is extremely compact. Something I very much appreciate. I keep it underneath my cabinets where it fits nicely. I even have enough head room to keep the espresso accessories (like the espresso cups I mentioned and coffee scooper). BUT the only problem I have is access to the water container for the espresso. Unlike the drip coffee water container which is accessible when you slide the tray out, the water container for the espresso is in the back and since it you have to pull the container straight up. So I have to drag the entire machine forward to give me enough room to pull that water container out. Not a huge deal, but it is a minor convenience. Unlike the drip coffee, I’m not filling it up everyday. I’d say I can make about 10 cups of espresso before I have to fill it back up.
CONCLUSION
This is a fantastic coffee machine that is extremely versatile. It’s easy to use, easy to clean and makes great tasting coffee. And it doesn’t take up a ton of space. You do have to fill the water up from time to time, but that’s a small inconvenience. It is pricey, but if you drink enough espresso (in addition to drip coffee) it’s well worth it.
This is a fantastic coffee machine that is extremely versatile. It’s easy to use, easy to clean and makes great tasting coffee. And it doesn’t take up a ton of space. You do have to fill the water up from time to time, but that’s a small inconvenience. It is pricey, but if you drink enough espresso (in addition to drip coffee) it’s well worth it.
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Charge two devices simultaneously with our Dual USB-A Car Charger. This compact charger offers faster-than-standard charging speeds and an LED indicator to let you know when it’s connected to a power source. A cable is included, so you can get charging right away.
Customer Rating
4
Quick charging
on November 18, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
My car, like most new cars, have USB ports for charging phones. But most of these USB ports are low wattage and take a while to charge things. But then when I used this car charger i was blown away by what I was missing out. I don't have raw numbers, but I can assure you that this will charge your phone (and tablets) at a quick pace. Best part is that you get two ports for one "cigarette" lighter port. And the plug is pretty small so it isn't bulky and you can leave it in the charger without it being an eyesore.
Only very small downside is that it only includes one cable and it's USB-C which may not work for you if you have an iPhone. So it's BYOC (bring your own cable). But that's a small quibble. For the price, it is a good value and performs well.
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Easily shoot, print, edit, and stick photos, with the IVY CLIQ+2. Capture every moment with the Canon IVY CLIQ+2 — an easy to use Instant Camera Printer that is portable so you can take it with you! Instantly shoot and print 2”x3” photos and place them almost anywhere thanks to a peel and stick backing. You can take the perfect selfies with a Large Selfie Mirror and 8 LED Ring Light. Plus, you can connect your mobile device to the Canon Mini Print App1 to print photos from your camera roll and add filters, effects, emojis and more!
Customer Rating
4
Fun and easy to use, but for limited purposes
on November 2, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
There are a slew of small photo printers out there, and while they’re fun to use, they obviously require a smartphone. This Canon Ivy Cliq takes the photos and prints directly (think Polaroid). The main difference between the Ivy Cliq and a dedicated Canon printer is editing options. Now to be clear, you can connect the Ivy Cliq to your phone and edit pictures, but it defeats the purpose of having an all in one option (IMHO). Plus, if you’re going to go through that much trouble, you’re better off using the better camera built in your phone. If you wanted to edit a photo (i.e. filters, text, stickers) I would recommend a dedicated Canon printer (like the Selphy). But there is convenience to just having the camera and printer in one compact device.
The package includes the camera and a micro-USB charging cable (why can’t everyone get on the USB-C train?) and a pack of 10 photo paper. The camera didn’t take long to charge up and it’s incredibly easy to use. Loading the paper is pretty straightforward, you open up the back and slide the paper in. You’ll have to take a “photo” to eject the cover sheet. From there, you’re good to go.
On the camera itself, you have an option for landscape and person photos. I didn’t find much difference between the two. It does have an option for “vivid” quality and I found the colors to pop more, so I generally use it. You can also take B&W photos with a quick switch in the settings on the back.
On the front of the camera is a selfie ring, with a concave mirror that is used for taking selfies. I found it pretty easy to line up your selfies holding the camera out in front of you. In other words, I wasn’t worried about not getting a good shot.
I found the printing quality to be hit and miss. Much of my indoor photos were washed out and muted, but shots taken outside in the sun looked great. As true with virtually every camera, the more lighting, the better the shot.
One of the big downsides to ANY small photo printer is the cost of paper. It’s $10 for 20 sheets, so it’s basically 50 cents a pop. Now, in today’s world, we’re used to taking as many photos as we want. But with the Canon Ivy Cliq, it forces you to think about what you’re taking a photo of. I find this to be useful, as it forced me to only take necessary photos. But it’s tough with kids, as they don’t always look at the camera and sometimes I got a blurry shot or a picture of a kid not looking at me. Though, in the right context those can be good photos too.
Another downside is the app. I mentioned before, if you wanted to edit the photos and add text or icons, I would get a standalone printer. But Canon seemingly has a different app for everything which can be confusing. The app itself is pretty intuitive (although it looks outdated) and has enough editing options, but I wish it had more.
But it is fun to use these photos as stickers and make scrapbooks. It’s much easier to make a fun scrapbook when you can print the photos out on demand, vs. ordering them or going to pick up prints from the store. And it’s fun to take photos with friends and share them on the spot.
In the end, if you are one who likes to take fun spontaneous pictures and use them for crafts or scrapbooks of memories, this is a fun camera/printer. It’s easy to use, surprisingly slim and is easy to carry around. Just don’t expect world class print quality and be prepared to stock up on paper.
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Touch, Talk and View - a smart all-in-one solution for your home monitoring needs. Have complete coverage of your home with the two wi-fi cameras and easily access footage with the intuitive touch screen or by the sound of your voice. "Lorex, show me the front door camera." - it's that easy. This system is compatible with Alexa and Hey Google, and it truly has everything you need with no monthly fees.
Customer Rating
5
Lots of Features and Flexibility, and Reliable
on October 27, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I am writing to those who are either new to home security or struggle with their existing systems. I currently utilize Arlo as my camera system, which I will compare the Lorex system to. While Arlo cannot be beat when it comes to flexibility (battery powered cameras) and ease of setup, I have serious doubts that the cameras will work when they’re supposed to. Plus, Arlo requires a subscription fee to use most of its features. And while that fee isn’t much, with all of the problems I’ve had Lorex is an enticing alternative.
The main downside to Lorex (or almost all home security camera systems) is the installation of the cameras. These Lorex cameras are wired. Luckily they only need a power source and communicate with the hub wirelessly (vs. having to run a cable for the camera feed from the camera to the base like most DVR like systems). This is NOT a reason not to get it, but it can be a challenge depending on your level of expertise in running or hiding power cables and the setup of your house (outlets near where you want your cameras).
If you know you want cameras inside your house, then it can be as easy as running a power cable from the camera to an electrical outlet and buying some cabling runners (which you can get super cheap). But if you want cameras outside, it complicates matters. Sure, you can plug it into an outside outlet, but then you’ll have a cable outside for any potential intruder to see and unplug. Plus you have to worry about the elements. It’s best to run the power cable through the exterior wall and find a place to plug it in. And even assuming you could do that, it still won’t be a perfectly clean set up as you’ll have a big USB plug in an outlet.
But if you’re serious about security cameras, and either don’t mind having some unsightly cables or are confident you can run them, this Lorex system is definitely worth it. It has all the bells and whistles you need (lights on the camera, night vision, animal/human/vehicle detection, store footage locally on camera in the event the internet is out). Not to mention a convenient Wi-Fi hub where you can review your footage (you can also access your footage from the app). It takes a while to get the settings you want, but the settings menu in the HUB is pretty straightforward, it just takes a little time to “get things right.”
IN THE BOX
The packaging is nice and compact. You open it up and you have a box for your HUB/display and cables, separate box for instructions, and two other boxes each holding the camera and the various mounts.
The packaging is nice and compact. You open it up and you have a box for your HUB/display and cables, separate box for instructions, and two other boxes each holding the camera and the various mounts.
Speaking of mounts. It comes with a table mount (for use primarily indoors) and wall mounts with all the screws you need to put it on the wall. Another nice inclusion is a USB extension cable for the power cord.
I should also mention there’s an included 64 GB microSD card in the HUB. And note that each camera has a slot for its own microSD card.
CONNECTING CAMERAS and SETTING UP THE HUB
Before mentioning installation, a few comments on getting everything to connect. It’s super easy. When you plug in the HUB you will have to create a password and setup face unlock (the latter is optional). The you can either connect your HUB to your router (via ethernet cable) or over Wi-Fi. I would imagine that for most people, your router won’t be near your HUB so you’ll need to connect to Wi-Fi. Then the setup process has you add devices. In this instance, it was the two wired HD camera. I plugged mine in to an outlet near the HUB, and within seconds, the HUB found them and connected. It was super easy. Then I unplugged the cameras and put them where I wanted (one was in the house and the other was in the garage).
Before mentioning installation, a few comments on getting everything to connect. It’s super easy. When you plug in the HUB you will have to create a password and setup face unlock (the latter is optional). The you can either connect your HUB to your router (via ethernet cable) or over Wi-Fi. I would imagine that for most people, your router won’t be near your HUB so you’ll need to connect to Wi-Fi. Then the setup process has you add devices. In this instance, it was the two wired HD camera. I plugged mine in to an outlet near the HUB, and within seconds, the HUB found them and connected. It was super easy. Then I unplugged the cameras and put them where I wanted (one was in the house and the other was in the garage).
I should also add that after setup, the HUB puts up a QR code so you can download the app. Taking a picture of the QR, downloading and setting up the app took little to no time and was flawless.
CAMERAS AND QUALITY OF IMAGES
I found the cameras to be pretty bulky. They’re as large as the biggest Arlo cameras (which are pretty good size) but unlike Arlo cameras, don’t have a battery taking up the bulk of the space in the camera.
I found the cameras to be pretty bulky. They’re as large as the biggest Arlo cameras (which are pretty good size) but unlike Arlo cameras, don’t have a battery taking up the bulk of the space in the camera.
The image quality is superb. While the camera isn’t 2K or 4K (which really is overkill in most instances) I found the quality and detail in the videos to be more than adequate. Even the night footage was terrific. I was able to zoom in and see plenty of details.
COMMENTS ON INSTALLATION
As I mentioned before, the biggest issue with ANY DIY security system is the installation of cameras. The cameras themselves are easy to mount. They come with all the necessary accoutrements. The biggest issue is the running of the power cables. If you plan on using these outdoors, you do need to be prepared to drill a hole from the outside and run the power cable inside and locate a power source. It’s certainly worth it, but plan to put aside some time to do it (unless you’re a pro).
As I mentioned before, the biggest issue with ANY DIY security system is the installation of cameras. The cameras themselves are easy to mount. They come with all the necessary accoutrements. The biggest issue is the running of the power cables. If you plan on using these outdoors, you do need to be prepared to drill a hole from the outside and run the power cable inside and locate a power source. It’s certainly worth it, but plan to put aside some time to do it (unless you’re a pro).
USAGE AND FEATURES
Assuming you get the cameras installed, connected to the HUB and powered up, this unit really shines. You will need to mess with the settings to get the right level of notifications (both in the HUB and on the app). For example, I have a camera in my garage, and I would get a ping notification on my phone (and the HUB would make a noise every time I walked through the garage), even in the middle of the day. Since I don’t have to necessarily worry about storage I don’t mind if it continuously records when it detects notifications I just don’t want to get notified. So I turned off notifications in the evening hours and at night so they didn’t bother me.
Assuming you get the cameras installed, connected to the HUB and powered up, this unit really shines. You will need to mess with the settings to get the right level of notifications (both in the HUB and on the app). For example, I have a camera in my garage, and I would get a ping notification on my phone (and the HUB would make a noise every time I walked through the garage), even in the middle of the day. Since I don’t have to necessarily worry about storage I don’t mind if it continuously records when it detects notifications I just don’t want to get notified. So I turned off notifications in the evening hours and at night so they didn’t bother me.
I found the notifications and detections to be onpoint. There was little to no delay. If you walked in front of the camera at night, the light immediately appeared and it began recording. Unlike my Arlo system which has a delay (which goes to my reservations of it catching everything).
The HUB is a terrific idea. For standard home security cameras, you are going to get a system with a HDD and bring your own monitor. Meaning, if you wanted to view the footage on a bigger screen (other than your phone) you have to have a dedicated space and run all the cables to it. Here, the HUB has a decent enough sized screen so you can put 4 camera feeds on it at once and access all of your footage. And the HUB is about the size of a smart home display speaker. Maybe you don’t like that, but I don’t mind it. (although if I had a smart home display, I don’t know if I’d want two on my countertop). The bigger point is the size of the display isn’t all that intrusive. It’s impossible to discuss all the settings and whatnot, but don’t be discouraged. It will take some time to get it right on initial setup, but I promise the menus (both in the HUB and the phone app) are intuitive
QUIRKS AND GENERAL COMMENTS
There is a camera built into the HUB, and I couldn’t figure out what it does other than face unlock (which doesn’t work well IMHO). But there’s a physical privacy slider to turn it off. There’s some other devices you can buy to make it “smarter” that I wish were included. It would be nice to have some sensors in the package that turned on notifications automatically when you aren’t home (vs. setting a time of day when it sends notifications). And it seems to me that it only handles 4 cameras at once. This can be a big downside for those with bigger houses, but if all you wanted was to have cameras on the outside of your house, 4 should be enough to cover all sides.
There is a camera built into the HUB, and I couldn’t figure out what it does other than face unlock (which doesn’t work well IMHO). But there’s a physical privacy slider to turn it off. There’s some other devices you can buy to make it “smarter” that I wish were included. It would be nice to have some sensors in the package that turned on notifications automatically when you aren’t home (vs. setting a time of day when it sends notifications). And it seems to me that it only handles 4 cameras at once. This can be a big downside for those with bigger houses, but if all you wanted was to have cameras on the outside of your house, 4 should be enough to cover all sides.
CONCLUSION
Installation is always the difficulty with any home security system that isn’t Arlo, but don’t let that deter you. This is an extremely capable system with lots of features that you can count on. I recommend it to anyone looking to install their own security system.
Installation is always the difficulty with any home security system that isn’t Arlo, but don’t let that deter you. This is an extremely capable system with lots of features that you can count on. I recommend it to anyone looking to install their own security system.
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Smarty pants? Not a bad thing when brushing. The quip Kids Smart Electric Toothbrush Starter Kit earns amazing rewards (like free brush head refills, products, and gift cards) as you track and coach kids' brushing with the free quip app. It has a Bluetooth® Smart Motor, and the same sized-down features with timed sonic vibrations as our original ADA-Accepted brush. quip's simple and sustainable kids brush also includes a premium rubber handle you keep for life, a replaceable small brush head (soft bristles, tongue scraper on back), a replaceable AAA battery, and a multi-use travel cover that doubles as a stand and mirror mount. Connect one or more Bluetooth® Smart Brushes to the quip app (iOS & Android), then automatically track your child's brushing offline: duration, coverage, strokes, and intensity. To help kids improve their oral health habits, tap the app for tailored tips and coaching that make their routine feel like less of a chore. Kids can also earn rewards they'll love just for brushing two minutes, twice a day. Unlike some kids electric brushes that are big and bulky, quip is slim and lightweight with a non-slip grip for greater control, and a kid-friendly brush head to easily clean small mouths. Simply click the "q" button to power a gentle, effective clean with all the guiding features dentists recommend: sensitive sonic vibrations, 2-minute timer, 30-second pulses. The sleek, travel-ready design easily packs into any pocket, bag, or backpack for on the go. Plus, it's water-resistant and shower-safe. For ages 3+. Adult supervision advised for under 8. Like most quip oral care products, the quip Kids Smart Electric Toothbrush is American Dental Association-Accepted, and shown to help remove plaque, and help prevent and reduce gingivitis. On a refill plan, quip automatically delivers a fresh Small Brush Head Refill every 3 months for $5 with free shipping and a lifetime warranty. Subscribe to get your first refill free, and see why quip has over 20,000 5-star reviews. Better oral health, made simple, affordable, and enjoyable.
Customer Rating
5
Cheap way to make brushing teeth fun for kids
on October 21, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I have a 5 year old who generally brushes his teeth every night and without a fuss. Suffice it to say, he's not very good at it yet and often says he's done 10 seconds after starting. The Quip brush makes it fun for him and helps to get him to brush for a full two minutes. That extra time is also making sure he brushes ALL of his teeth. He was excited to get it and enjoys using it. I don't know if all kids will react the same, or even if my son will continue the trend, but it was assuring.
I've heard a lot about Quip brushes in ads, but no one in my family has ever used one. They are priced very well, especially compared to the gold standard Sonicare. I was a bit skeptical about getting one for me, but after seeing one in person I'm a believer.
The packaging is well thought out and environmentally friendly. The plastic tube it comes in serves as a travel case. The bottom of the case can sit on the counter and serve as a stand and it can even be attached to the mirror with the included adhesive strip. The best part is that it only takes a triple A battery and it supposedly lasts 3 months (I'll have to wait and see on that, but even one month would be okay by me). The included brush head was soft and the perfect size for a kids mouth.
Bottom line is that this is a quality brush that is very reasonably priced and well thought out. It does what you need (and well) and nothing more. It supposedly has Bluetooth capabilities, and while I might use those for myself (probably not) I wasn't really interested in using it to track my son's habits. But it's there, which is the nice part. If you want to use it you can.
If your kid is a first time electric toothbrush user, just make sure he/she turns it on when the brush is in their mouth... otherwise you will have toothpaste splatter in the bathroom :)
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The A20 Wireless headset Gen 2 is designed to give you gaming audio freedom on several levels. Its 2.4 GHz signal provides an extended wireless range and with the flip-to-mute microphone you can easily choose if you want to be heard or not. Additionally, the headset’s long lasting comfort and battery life allow you to game through those marathon sessions.
Customer Rating
5
Great sound, multi platform a big plus
on October 21, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I’m a long time gamer that has been using a wired Razer headset on my PS4 for some time now. I love my Razer headset, but I don’t know about PS5 compatibility and I’m finally ready for a wireless headset.
IN THE BOX
Pretty simple, the headset itself, a USB-C charging cable and the USB transmitter. As you can tell on the description, this headset works for both PS4/PS5 and PC. I believe if you purchase a separate USB adapter the headset will also work on the Xbox ecosystem.
Pretty simple, the headset itself, a USB-C charging cable and the USB transmitter. As you can tell on the description, this headset works for both PS4/PS5 and PC. I believe if you purchase a separate USB adapter the headset will also work on the Xbox ecosystem.
USE
I first wanted to make sure I had a full charge. I plugged it in and after a couple of hours, the orange light indicating it was charging was still on. I don’t know how empty the battery was, but it seemed to take a while. This isn’t a big deal so long as you plan on charging your headset accordingly.
I first wanted to make sure I had a full charge. I plugged it in and after a couple of hours, the orange light indicating it was charging was still on. I don’t know how empty the battery was, but it seemed to take a while. This isn’t a big deal so long as you plan on charging your headset accordingly.
When I’m playing video games by myself, I’m enjoying the full splendor of surround sound. But when I’m gaming with friends, I use my headset. I found the headset surprisingly easy to set up. You simply plug the USB adapter (about the size of a long USB thumb drive) into your PS4, hold the power button, and once it turns on, you’re up and running. The microphone is muted while in the “up” position and all you do is swing it down and it’s activated. Pretty easy and I like it being out of the way when you don’t need it.
COMFORT/BUILD QUALITY
This is all plastic but it’s well built. You can adjust the height to accommodate those with larger heads (me) and it fit just fine. I was a little curious about the decision with foam ear cup pads. I was used to the Razer and it’s leather-ish feel. But it didn’t bother me at all. I found the cups to surround my ears completely. I generally don’t game for longer than a 2-3 hour stretch and I found this headset to be very comfortable. I wouldn’t say that they feel like you’re not wearing them, but their light and comfy and didn’t bother me in the least. I can’t really speak for longer gaming sessions. I should also mention they didn’t make my ears hot.
This is all plastic but it’s well built. You can adjust the height to accommodate those with larger heads (me) and it fit just fine. I was a little curious about the decision with foam ear cup pads. I was used to the Razer and it’s leather-ish feel. But it didn’t bother me at all. I found the cups to surround my ears completely. I generally don’t game for longer than a 2-3 hour stretch and I found this headset to be very comfortable. I wouldn’t say that they feel like you’re not wearing them, but their light and comfy and didn’t bother me in the least. I can’t really speak for longer gaming sessions. I should also mention they didn’t make my ears hot.
SOUND QUALITY
They were great. The specs are impressive sounding, but all you need to know is that they are completely immersive and offer surround sound. For example, playing Call of Duty or Red Dead, you can hear the sounds coming from all sides, even behind you. I just thought the sound was impressive.
They were great. The specs are impressive sounding, but all you need to know is that they are completely immersive and offer surround sound. For example, playing Call of Duty or Red Dead, you can hear the sounds coming from all sides, even behind you. I just thought the sound was impressive.
Mic feedback was a little different. My friends could tell that my voice sounded different than my Razer headset (sound felt teeny to them) but they could understand me just fine. This obviously isn’t a big deal to me, so long as they hear me I’m fine. But I was a little disappointed this Astro set didn’t provide the same mic pickup quality as my Razer headset.
GRIPE
My big gripe with this headset is the lack of sidetone. I feel I might be in the minority here, but when talking with my friends, I like to hear myself talk in the headset. It just feels odd to talk and not really hear myself, I can’t gauge how loud I’m talking. If you don’t care about sidetone, or never used a headset with it, this may not matter. I wouldn’t say it was a dealbreaker, but I was hoping this headset had it. There’s an option to turn sidetone off/on within the PS4 menus, but that was disabled which indicates to me it doesn’t have it.
My big gripe with this headset is the lack of sidetone. I feel I might be in the minority here, but when talking with my friends, I like to hear myself talk in the headset. It just feels odd to talk and not really hear myself, I can’t gauge how loud I’m talking. If you don’t care about sidetone, or never used a headset with it, this may not matter. I wouldn’t say it was a dealbreaker, but I was hoping this headset had it. There’s an option to turn sidetone off/on within the PS4 menus, but that was disabled which indicates to me it doesn’t have it.
VALUE
I have to mention the value proposition. As a $120 headset, for its features and sound quality, it’s easy to recommend. But what makes it even better is that you can buy a separate Xbox USB adapter to use for Xbox. This is a big plus for those that game on both platforms. Not to mention PC gaming. While I don’t play online (and don’t talk) when PC gaming I do where headphones to keep audio down and it’s nice to be able to use the same headset. I can put aside my minor gripe of lack of sidetone knowing that I can use this headset for PC/PS4/Xbox for $120 plus the cost of a separate $20 adapter. So kudos to Astro for making one headset to rule them all.
I have to mention the value proposition. As a $120 headset, for its features and sound quality, it’s easy to recommend. But what makes it even better is that you can buy a separate Xbox USB adapter to use for Xbox. This is a big plus for those that game on both platforms. Not to mention PC gaming. While I don’t play online (and don’t talk) when PC gaming I do where headphones to keep audio down and it’s nice to be able to use the same headset. I can put aside my minor gripe of lack of sidetone knowing that I can use this headset for PC/PS4/Xbox for $120 plus the cost of a separate $20 adapter. So kudos to Astro for making one headset to rule them all.
CONCLUSION
This is a great sounding and comfortable headset. I will be purchasing a PS5 and am excited to have a headset that will work across all platforms. I don’t know if I will incorporate all the fancy sound tech in the PS5, but until I hear it I don't know what I’m missing and having cross-platform capabilities is the best feature here.
This is a great sounding and comfortable headset. I will be purchasing a PS5 and am excited to have a headset that will work across all platforms. I don’t know if I will incorporate all the fancy sound tech in the PS5, but until I hear it I don't know what I’m missing and having cross-platform capabilities is the best feature here.
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Track water use with this Phyn smart water assistant. The included mounting screws and adhesive strip offer easy installation, and the compatible app lets you monitor water consumption and alerts you to leaks. This Phyn smart water assistant automatically learns your plumbing system and is compatible with popular virtual assistants so you can access reports and alerts using voice commands.
Customer Rating
3
Has Potential, but Requires Some Work on Your End
on September 28, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Phyn smart water assistant promises to tell you if you have a water leak, anywhere in your house, at a moment’s notice. It’s ambitious, and a worthwhile goal, but some limitations make it difficult to recommend.
To start, I’m a smart home nerd, I’m always looking for ways to automate my house or otherwise help my family be more efficient. I have to commend the Phyn team, because I think they’re on to something, but I think for the everyday consumer (or someone with limited knowledge of plumbing) will struggle to find its usefulness. But, I think if you really do your homework and understand your plumbing and WORK WITH the app, its usefulness will play out overtime. It’s just not the “install and forget it” that some might assume smart home devices to be.
IN THE BOX
In the box you get the Phyn device, couplers that connect to your water line (under your sink), a USB charging plug and some devices to hang the Phyn device on the wall under your sink.
In the box you get the Phyn device, couplers that connect to your water line (under your sink), a USB charging plug and some devices to hang the Phyn device on the wall under your sink.
INSTALLATION
Is surprisingly easy. The biggest challenge is simply cleaning out the space under your sink (although it’s a good opportunity to clean it out). I turned my water lines off (both hot and cold water). I downloaded the app and plugged in the Phyn to a power outlet. I connected it to the app. Then I got under the sink and using channel locks unscrewed the water hoses and screwed in the couplers. I made sure everything was tight then ran the water to make sure there was no leak. Up to this point, again, surprisingly simple.
Is surprisingly easy. The biggest challenge is simply cleaning out the space under your sink (although it’s a good opportunity to clean it out). I turned my water lines off (both hot and cold water). I downloaded the app and plugged in the Phyn to a power outlet. I connected it to the app. Then I got under the sink and using channel locks unscrewed the water hoses and screwed in the couplers. I made sure everything was tight then ran the water to make sure there was no leak. Up to this point, again, surprisingly simple.
After “Finding” the Phyn device and connecting to Wi-Fi, I was ready to plug it in under my sink. From the couplers there are two cables, a USB-C cable that goes to the Phyn, and a USB connector that plugs into the plug for power. Now, if you have a garbage disposal, you would think you would have a plug under your sink. I found out the hard way, I didn’t. My garbage disposal power cable simply ran through the cabinet to: I don’t know where. For now, I have an ugly white extension cord running from under my sink to an outlet on the wall. Since my setup is permanent (until I figure out what I’m going to do re power, I didn’t secure the Phyn device to the wall).
The other “snag” I ran into was that the app asked if I had a Pressure Regulating Valve (“PRV”) installed in my home. I had no idea, so I hit the button for the Phyn device to figure it out. According to the app, I didn’t have one. The app tells you that the PRV is helpful in making the Phyn work better and learn your house quicker. Again, this was something I didn’t know about in advance.
Then you tell the app what fixtures you have in your house and how many. For example, you have to identify the number of sinks and number of showers (or shower/tub combos) you have, as well as toilets.
REAL WORLD USE
To be clear, the app itself tells you that you have to “teach” the Phyn assistant about your house. It supposedly sends waves through your pipes to detect pressure. So I wasn’t expecting perfection immediately.
To be clear, the app itself tells you that you have to “teach” the Phyn assistant about your house. It supposedly sends waves through your pipes to detect pressure. So I wasn’t expecting perfection immediately.
But what started happening was that I was getting texts and notifications from Phyn telling me unusual activity was detected. First, I turned off the texting notifications because I didn’t need both. But frankly, I didn’t know what to do with the information. Then later I was told the unusual activity was resolved. When you go into the app, it will ask you if you know what was causing the unusual activity. If you say not sure, it tells you to go check your faucets to make sure they’re not dripping and if they are, to call a plumber. It does give you helpful suggestions, for example, I’ve had a toilet tank run before and it suggests putting food coloring in the tank to see if there’s a leak.
Right now, the app can’t tell me where there could be a leak. It’s a bit disconcerting because it seems as if there’s a leak at multiple devices. So in the sense that I am paying more attention to my plumbing is a plus, but I am also wondering if the multitude of notifications will be like the boy crying wolf. There are statistics as to how much water my family is using, but again, without knowing by baseline (what’s normal usage?) it doesn’t help me much. Now, over time, I expect to keep track of my usage which will help in the future (because I’ll have that baseline), but I’m not there yet.
SMART HOME CONNECTIVITY
Like I said before, I have a smart home, but I hate having 20 apps. That’s why Google Home is nice, it gives you the opportunity to integrate all of your smart home devices into one app. That’s not the case with Phyn. Yes, it has Google Assistant capabilities, so you can set it up and ask Google what the status of your water is, but it doesn’t integrate with Google Home. I’d like to see integration where you can utilize Google Home to help give Phyn more details about your house (where water fixtures are located for example). Maybe Phyn assistant doesn’t work that way, but from the non-educated it makes sense.
Like I said before, I have a smart home, but I hate having 20 apps. That’s why Google Home is nice, it gives you the opportunity to integrate all of your smart home devices into one app. That’s not the case with Phyn. Yes, it has Google Assistant capabilities, so you can set it up and ask Google what the status of your water is, but it doesn’t integrate with Google Home. I’d like to see integration where you can utilize Google Home to help give Phyn more details about your house (where water fixtures are located for example). Maybe Phyn assistant doesn’t work that way, but from the non-educated it makes sense.
CONCLUSION
At $300, the Phyn water assistant is pricey. And you have to have some baseline plumbing knowledge or at least the willingness to learn. I think the idea of this product is fantastic, I’m all for trying to manage my water usage and obviously anyone wants to know when they have a leak. But I think it’s too complicated for the average joe. If you have old water pipes or have been “burned” by a burst pipe before, I would definitely recommend it. It just takes a little work to get it going. But I feel pretty confident if you put the work in, and don’t simply dismiss notifications, that over time, it will become a useful tool in your smart home.
At $300, the Phyn water assistant is pricey. And you have to have some baseline plumbing knowledge or at least the willingness to learn. I think the idea of this product is fantastic, I’m all for trying to manage my water usage and obviously anyone wants to know when they have a leak. But I think it’s too complicated for the average joe. If you have old water pipes or have been “burned” by a burst pipe before, I would definitely recommend it. It just takes a little work to get it going. But I feel pretty confident if you put the work in, and don’t simply dismiss notifications, that over time, it will become a useful tool in your smart home.
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Print your memorable photos with this Canon SELPHY Square QX10 compact photo printer. The compact, lightweight design offers easy portability, while the dye-sublimation technology delivers quality quick-drying 2.7 x 2.7-inch prints that last for a long time. This Canon SELPHY Square QX10 compact photo printer has a built-in battery for cordless hassle-free printing.
Customer Rating
4
Solid printer, needs more customization options
on September 24, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
IN THE BOX
Inside you will find the printer, USB cable, the “toner” cartridge and 3 sample sheets of paper.
Inside you will find the printer, USB cable, the “toner” cartridge and 3 sample sheets of paper.
SETUP
Super easy. I recommend charging it completely which takes a few hours. Loading the paper and ink cartridge is easy. The printer is designed so you can’t mess it up. Meaning, the ink cartridge only goes in one spot (on the side of the printer) and it won’t fit if you put it in the wrong way. The paper loads on the bottom of the printer. The door where the paper goes is easy to open and there’s a little label there telling you to make sure the back of the paper is facing up (up when you load it, facing down when you lay the printer right side up). The paper has Canon logos on the back, so again, it’s pretty intuitive.
Super easy. I recommend charging it completely which takes a few hours. Loading the paper and ink cartridge is easy. The printer is designed so you can’t mess it up. Meaning, the ink cartridge only goes in one spot (on the side of the printer) and it won’t fit if you put it in the wrong way. The paper loads on the bottom of the printer. The door where the paper goes is easy to open and there’s a little label there telling you to make sure the back of the paper is facing up (up when you load it, facing down when you lay the printer right side up). The paper has Canon logos on the back, so again, it’s pretty intuitive.
From here you have to download the SELPHY app (NOTE: there’s a lot of Canon apps out there, so make sure you download the right one). In the app, you click on the “add printer” icon at the top left and select SELPHY SQUARE QX10 and if your printer is on, it will add quickly.
PRINT QUALITY
Before I get into the ease of use, which is what prevents this product from getting 5 stars, I wanted to discuss the print quality. Now, first things first. I would assume most people know this by looking at the printer itself, but it is not going to print 4X6 prints. These are pocket size, squarish photos that are relatively small. Other printers (looking at you HP Sprocket) can take a photo and using 4 pages, create one larger photo. The SELPHY, to my knowledge, doesn’t have that capability. But the photo paper have an adhesive backing so you can use it as a sticker, which is honestly, what I think it’s made for.
Before I get into the ease of use, which is what prevents this product from getting 5 stars, I wanted to discuss the print quality. Now, first things first. I would assume most people know this by looking at the printer itself, but it is not going to print 4X6 prints. These are pocket size, squarish photos that are relatively small. Other printers (looking at you HP Sprocket) can take a photo and using 4 pages, create one larger photo. The SELPHY, to my knowledge, doesn’t have that capability. But the photo paper have an adhesive backing so you can use it as a sticker, which is honestly, what I think it’s made for.
Putting those inherent limitations aside, the printing quality is fantastic. The printer spits the paper out and pulls it back in several times (I believe applying different colors during each pass) and the end result is a fantastic looking picture. The HP Sprocket I mentioned above, doesn’t utilize an “ink cartridge” because the ink is somehow contained in the paper (which is why that printer is smaller). While I find the Sprocket printer to produce a good photo, I can confidently say the SELPHY produces a better result.
EASE OF USE
Now, the setup is easy, the printing quality is bad, but what holds this printer back is the app. It’s not terrible, it’s not even bad. But I’ve found most of Canon’s apps to be a little clunky with outdated visuals. I must admit it’s easy to navigate. It just feels limited.
Now, the setup is easy, the printing quality is bad, but what holds this printer back is the app. It’s not terrible, it’s not even bad. But I’ve found most of Canon’s apps to be a little clunky with outdated visuals. I must admit it’s easy to navigate. It just feels limited.
After the printer is connected, you open the app and you get an option to either “select and print” or “n-up layout.” Select and print is pretty obvious, you pick a photo you want (you must select from various folders where your photos are located). I’m not sure what n-up means, but it’s basically a collage. Some people might like it, but given that the paper is so small, I prefer to print one photo to one piece of paper.
After you select a photo, you are then given options to customize it. Now, the printer by default treats a photo like a polaroid photo. Meaning, there’s a larger white border at the bottom. You can customize the photo by moving the position of the photo, putting a timestamp, putting frames, graphics as stamps, texts, and filters. While I think the selection of TYPES of things you can do to customize your photos is sufficient, I was disappointed with the options WITHIN the types. Frames for example, there’s only 9 options. Without seeing it, it might seem like I’m complaining about minor stuff, but the 9 options available just don’t appeal to me. Most are just bright colors.
Bottomline is that the app could and should be able to offer you more customization.
CONCLUSION
At the end of the day, this is a well built, easy to use printer that makes small photos that are best used as stickers. If you can live with just printing pictures, you absolutely won’t be disappointed. The quality is terrific. But if you’re one looking to truly customize your photos, you will be left slightly disappointed.
At the end of the day, this is a well built, easy to use printer that makes small photos that are best used as stickers. If you can live with just printing pictures, you absolutely won’t be disappointed. The quality is terrific. But if you’re one looking to truly customize your photos, you will be left slightly disappointed.
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Enjoy delicious, bold-tasting coffee made simple with the new Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker with Strong Brew Selector. Brew your coffee as bold as you like it with the Strong Brew Selector—you can choose to brew a bolder cup of coffee if that's what you'd like, with the touch of a button. The coffee maker also features intuitive Brew Later programming that makes it easy to schedule brewing ahead of time, so you can wake up to the smell of freshly made coffee. This updated design also includes a Grab-a-Cup Auto Pause, so you can pour a cup of coffee before brewing is finished. Plus, the 4-Hour Auto-Shutoff feature automatically turns off the coffee maker so you don't have to. Plus, this coffee maker comes with a dishwasher-safe, reusable coffee filter, so you can save money and create less waste. Just sit back, sip, and enjoy great coffee just the way you like it.
Customer Rating
5
Simple, but reliable
on September 24, 2020
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Fancy coffee drinks are all the rage these days. This Mr. Coffee maker won't be whipping up frappes or cappuccinos but it's not intended to do so. This is your basic, no frills coffee pot that does one thing and one thing well, make a hot pot of coffee. And at that, it excels.
In the box you obviously get the coffee maker and glass carafe. You also get a reusable coffee filter which I'm a big fan of. It minimizes waste and it's easy to clean.
It's like any other coffee pot, you measure your grounds and put in the included reusable filter and add water. It's programmable which is great for those are in a rush in the morning or simple like waking up to the smell of coffee in the morning. And it's super easy to set up the programming feature.
It's also nice that it turns off after 4 hours. So when you're in a rush out the door you don't have to worry about it stating on all day. It includes an auto pause feature, so you can pull the carafe out, and pour a cup, while it continues to brew the entire pot.
It's main feature, however, is the strong brew option. Honestly, I couldn't really tell the difference (although I admit, I drink my coffee with almond milk and splenda) but that doesn't matter to me one way or the other. I guess it's nice to have, and maybe those who drink coffee black can tell, but that shouldn't sway you one way or the other. Either way, it makes a good cup of coffee. I've tried Costco coffee, Starbucks coffee and while I can taste the difference between the coffee I use, Mr. Coffee delivers a consistent product with no coffee grounds in the pot.
I also like the size. Counter space in my house is a premium and I have to make room for a coffee making device. This Mr. Coffee machine is relatively small so it doesn't take up much space. And while it's made of plastic (except the carafe) I like the design. It looks classy enough to keep on your counter.
I really recommend this for anyone that just needs a standard, go to coffee pot. This is perfect for students or those that just enjoy a normal cup of coffee. Not to mention the price. It's virtually a steal.
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Meet the unrivaled, everyday noise canceling headphone for people who want to keep it simple. Hesh ANC is engineered with just the right amount of added features to make your life a little easier without a lot of additional technology that you might not need.
Do these headphones have a mute button and how long is the battery life if using for office calls?
I don't think there's a dedicated "mute" button on the headphones, I didn't find one, so it will need to be controlled from your phone. I never measured battery life for calls, but I've used them for calls (they sound good) and listened to hours of music over the course of a couple of weeks (of and on, not every single day) before having to recharge them. I feel pretty confident you could go a full day of calls without the battery dying.
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Easily shoot, print, edit, and stick photos, with the IVY CLIQ+2. Capture every moment with the Canon IVY CLIQ+2 — an easy to use Instant Camera Printer that is portable so you can take it with you! Instantly shoot and print 2”x3” photos and place them almost anywhere thanks to a peel and stick backing. You can take the perfect selfies with a Large Selfie Mirror and 8 LED Ring Light. Plus, you can connect your mobile device to the Canon Mini Print App1 to print photos from your camera roll and add filters, effects, emojis and more!
Does it automatically print a picture you take? Or can you chose which photos to print and which to just keep in your usb memory?
Yes it prints immediately. I believe, but am not 100% certain, that if you have a microSD card inserted, it will save a digital copy of the picture you take (and print)
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The Ninja brand has been a leader in kitchen appliances delivering innovative products for decades. Now introducing the Ninja Professional Plus Food Processor—make food prep easier with its power, intelligence, and versatility. The 1000-peak-watt motor and preset programs chop veggies, shred cheese, and make smooth sauces and cookie dough from scratch—all at the touch of a button.
is there a storage container for the blades with this one or separate?
Unfortunately, there's no storage for the attachments which is a bummer. Obviously there's space in the container for one (where I keep the sharp chopping attachment) and I keep the shredding/slicing disc in a cardboard container that it came with for the packaging.
4 years, 10 months ago
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callmeageeth
The Ninja brand has been a leader in kitchen appliances delivering innovative products for decades. Now introducing the Ninja Professional Plus Food Processor—make food prep easier with its power, intelligence, and versatility. The 1000-peak-watt motor and preset programs chop veggies, shred cheese, and make smooth sauces and cookie dough from scratch—all at the touch of a button.
Can I use this to cut together flour and butter?
Yes you can, with the "dough" attachment that's included
4 years, 10 months ago
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callmeageeth
Use the Google Smart Light Starter Kit to control the lights using just your voice. Set up in a snap: just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life smart light bulb, and download the Google Home app to get started. Then just say "Hey Google" to dim, brighten, turn on and turn off the lights."
Can I use this to turn off my lights while I am away from home? Also, do I get the starter kit and then multiple bulbs or do I need to get a box thing for each room? Thanks so much
Yes, you can turn off your lights from your phone (via Google Home app) when you are away from home. You don't need this starter kit per room unless you want multiple Google Home minis throughout your home (I have several) but obviously the number of smart bulbs (should you want them) will outweigh the number of Google Home minis you need. In other words, one Google Home mini could control all of the smart bulbs you have in your house. You would just need to be within earshot of that one mini when asking Google to turn lights on and off. For me, I keep one Google Home on each floor of my house
6 years, 6 months ago
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callmeageeth
Handle storage demands with this Western Digital SATA solid-state drive. Its 560MB/s read speed and 530MB/s write speed are suitable for intensive applications, and its 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktops and laptops. The solid-state drive has no moving parts, making the drive resistant to shock to protect your data. Includes the WD SSD Dashboard to keep track of the drive's status.
Would this work for a Mac Mini? 2014 and newer??? Or a an older MacBook Pro 13 inch. 2011 version I believe.
Yes, I put it in my 2012 Macbook Pro without any issues. Substantially improved the performance
6 years, 9 months ago
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callmeageeth
Handle storage demands with this Western Digital SATA solid-state drive. Its 560MB/s read speed and 530MB/s write speed are suitable for intensive applications, and its 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktops and laptops. The solid-state drive has no moving parts, making the drive resistant to shock to protect your data. Includes the WD SSD Dashboard to keep track of the drive's status.
Does this ssd works on MacBook Pro
Yes, I installed it in my 2012 Macbook Pro. I would find a SATA cable, plug it in to your Macbook and clone your existing HDD, use a small Phllips Head screw driver to remove the bottom plate, unscrew the mounting bracket, insert the pegs from your old HDD to the new SSD using a torx screw (very small) and put the plate back on and that's it. Very simple and painless process
6 years, 9 months ago
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callmeageeth
Improve your viewing of local TV channels with this indoor Mohu Arc TV antenna. Its multidirectional range captures clear broadcast signals within its 40-mile radius, and its plug-and-play operation provides a convenient enhanced TV setup next to your TV or hang on the wall. This Mohu Arc TV antenna is compatible with HDTV units, letting you enjoy the full quality of Full HD and Ultra HD over-the-air programs.
Will it connect to tv with hdmi input only?
No, it connects via coaxial cable
7 years, 6 months ago
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callmeageeth
Get the perfect angle for your Arlo security cameras. Easily adjustable mount provides 360 degree swivel and 90 degrees of tilt for the Arlo cameras. It's easy to Quick Start and adjust the camera position for indoor, outdoor, wall and ceiling mounting.
Does it rotate or move?
The base itself doesn't rotate as it is secured to wherever you put it, but the end of the mount (where the screw thread is located) swivels 360 degrees adding a lot flexibility to your placement options.
8 years, 1 month ago
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callmeageeth
This Logitech Harmony 915-000194 smart control lets you use your compatible Apple® iPhone®, iPod® touch or iPad® or Android device to control up to 8 components for simple, multifunction use.
Does this remote work with Xbox one?
Yes, sort of, depending on what your asking. The remote itself doesn't control anything but commands to the Logitech Home. But yes, the Logitech Home does turn on my Xbox One S. I've controlled a Blu-Ray before but must admit I haven't tried to navigate the console menu.
8 years, 3 months ago
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callmeageeth