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Increase precision with this Lexip ceramic glide feet mouse upgrade kit. A set of six ceramic pads let your mouse glide easily for improved accuracy and help extend the lifetime of your mouse by reducing wear and tear. This Lexip ceramic glide feet mouse upgrade kit includes stickers and alcoholic wipes for thorough pre-application cleaning.
Customer Rating
4
Works Well with Mousepads But Not on Bare Surfaces
on October 22, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Lexip makes a gaming mouse that has these innovative ceramic discs built into the bottom of the mouse that is intended to provide less friction when using the mouse. These ceramic glide feet are intended to stick to the bottom of (virtually) any old mouse to help reduce friction. For the most part these succeed, but I'm not sure if it's necessarily worth it. It depends on how you use your mouse and on what surfaces.
The packaging is small and what's contained inside are the 6 ceramic discs, alcohol cleaning pad, drying pad, and Lexip sticker (and tiny microfiber cloth). Oh, and the doublesided sticky pads. Installation is pretty self-explanatory (there isn't much in terms of instructions anyway, but you don't really need it). You simply peel off the adhesive backing on one side of the sticky pad and stick it to the ceramic feet. Then I cleaned the surface of my mouse where I was going to place them (I was using a Logitech G903). This was the annoying part, trying to peel off the second layer of adhesive backing. Once I put it on the ceramic feet, I had a tough time peeling it off because the feet themselves are so small. But eventually I got it and I spaced the feet out on the bottom of the mouse.
CAVEAT: you have to make sure you stick the adhesive on the appropriate side of the feet. It does matter. One side is flat the other is concave. It's really hard to distinguish which is which because the curvature is so subtle. BUT it does matter. So make sure you take your time.
Once they were sealed to the mouse, you're good to go. In practice I generally use this mouse when traveling so I don't always take a mousepad, I simply rely on the desk where I put my laptop. I don't know if it's a height issue (my best guess) but ti would appear that the ceramic feet raise the mouse up off the surface just enough so that the mouse doesn't register. In other words, when using this on a hard surface like a desk (the mouse worked just fine without the feet) it wouldn't register any movement. When I put the mouse, with ceramic feet, on a notepad or a legitimate mouse pad it worked fine.
Frankly, given how the mouse moves across various surfaces, this distinction doesn't matter. I found there to be the same amount of friction on my desk with or without the ceramic feet. However, on a mousepad I found my mouse, not necessarily more responsive, but it did glide better. It's nothing mind blowing, but there's a subtle difference. So while I would only notice the difference on a mousepad, the inability to use it at all on a desk could be a dealbreaker. I didn't test other surfaces, but I'm concerned that the mouse, with the ceramic feet, will work on fewer surfaces than without.
I also want to point out that they won't work on certain mouses. My computer mouse at my work is a Logitech Master MX. There simply isn't enough surface area on the bottom of the mouse for these feet to stick to. So if you are looking to get these ceramic feet, I would definitely look at what mouse you're using to see if they'll even fit.
Overall, it does reduce friction on certain surfaces, but I'm not so sure the difference really justifies buying them or saying they're a must have. They're nice, sure, but the possible limitations on what surfaces you can use your mouse on with them installed is a bit worrisome.
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Built for pros from the bottom up. A compact tenkeyless design frees up table space for low-sens mousing. Pro-grade Clicky switches give you an audible feedback bump. Programmable LIGHTSYNC RGB and onboard memory lets you customize and store a lighting pattern for tournaments. A detachable cable makes for easy transportation. Play to Win.
Customer Rating
5
Great performance and compact for travel
on October 21, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I’m a lifelong gamer, but a relative newcomer to the PC gaming world. I rely on a relatively budget gaming computer (Acer Nitro) and while the keyboard on it serves its purpose, I wanted something a little better. Especially since I used a mechanical keyboard at work, and once you use a mechanical keyboard you won’t want to go back (most of the time). This Logitech keyboard hits all the right notes: sturdy, high quality, compact size, terrific performance and looks great. I highly recommend it for those who travel (and want to take a keyboard) or those looking for a good keyboard. My only qualm with it in terms of being home desktop replacement is the lack of the numerical keypad. I’m okay with not having it since I travel with my keyboard, but if I were looking to replace my home/work desktop keyboard, it is an essential feature to have that this particular model doesn’t have.
PACKAGING
Like generally all Logitech products nowadays, they are thoughtfully packaged. Included in the box is the keyboard and a braided micro USB cable (note that this keyboard is NOT wireless). The micro USB part of the cable has a funky end (I can’t explain it, it looks like a trident) that, my guess, is used to help prevent damage to the metal connector in the event it is jerked out on accident. As a plus, for those that own a new USB gaming mouse, it is the same connector so they are interchangeable. But the best part of the packaging is that you can use the box it came with to pack and travel with the keyboard. Some of you may not travel with keyboards, but for us that do, this is a nice convenience.
Like generally all Logitech products nowadays, they are thoughtfully packaged. Included in the box is the keyboard and a braided micro USB cable (note that this keyboard is NOT wireless). The micro USB part of the cable has a funky end (I can’t explain it, it looks like a trident) that, my guess, is used to help prevent damage to the metal connector in the event it is jerked out on accident. As a plus, for those that own a new USB gaming mouse, it is the same connector so they are interchangeable. But the best part of the packaging is that you can use the box it came with to pack and travel with the keyboard. Some of you may not travel with keyboards, but for us that do, this is a nice convenience.
SETUP AND GHUB
This keyboard is obviously plug in play. You simply plug it into your computer via USB and voila. You will need to, however, download the G Hub software to take advantage of features such as lighting controls and changing hotkeys, etc. The software is easy to find and download.
This keyboard is obviously plug in play. You simply plug it into your computer via USB and voila. You will need to, however, download the G Hub software to take advantage of features such as lighting controls and changing hotkeys, etc. The software is easy to find and download.
PERFORMANCE AND USE
Before getting into G Hub, I just want to comment briefly on the typing experience as a whole. Most PCs nowadays come up cheap flimsy keyboards. But there is something absolutely satisfying when typing on a mechanical keyboard. It has a satisfying click and it’s super responsive. It really is hard to put into words, but if you spend any amount of time typing (or gaming, which I presume is why you’re even reading this) it provides an amazing experience.
Before getting into G Hub, I just want to comment briefly on the typing experience as a whole. Most PCs nowadays come up cheap flimsy keyboards. But there is something absolutely satisfying when typing on a mechanical keyboard. It has a satisfying click and it’s super responsive. It really is hard to put into words, but if you spend any amount of time typing (or gaming, which I presume is why you’re even reading this) it provides an amazing experience.
I’m primarily a FPS shooter player, or 3rd person action game player. When playing third person games (i.e. Ghost Recon) I generally use an Xbox controller. But when playing FPS games (like Far Cry 5) I use the keyboard. The keyboard is fantastic for FPS. The keys are responsive and have a relatively short travel. I don’t know the exact terminology for it, but it doesn’t take much pressure to register a keystroke. When using the WASD letters to move my character, I find it much easier to be precise than the standard Acer Nitro laptop keyboard I’m using. Again, I’m not well versed on the proper terminology, but as an inexperienced PC gamer I can tell you the difference matters and it makes the playing experience more enjoyable.
G HUB
Since I’m new to the PC gaming scene, I’m used to just using whatever controller defaults the game developer creates. So I have little experience and knowledge in macro commands or mapping new keys. Sure, I can use the intuitive software in G Hub to change keystrokes and commands, but I personally don’t find a need to do so. That’s simply because I guess I don’t know what I’m missing or maybe I’m too lazy to test different layouts. Having said that, I did navigate the G Hub software to see what it offers and it’s extremely intuitive. You can create different profiles depending on the game you’re playing. And what’s nice is that the keyboard can “turn off” keys while you’re playing so you don’t accidentally hit them. The Windows key between CTRL and ALT is a great example. When playing a game this key is turned off so you don’t accidentally hit it. You can also deactivate other keys should you want to. Like I said, when playing games I don’t generally mess around with the different keystroke layouts, but what I did appreciate is assigning different control profiles for various games to F-key functions so I can switch on the fly without having to open up G Hub.
Since I’m new to the PC gaming scene, I’m used to just using whatever controller defaults the game developer creates. So I have little experience and knowledge in macro commands or mapping new keys. Sure, I can use the intuitive software in G Hub to change keystrokes and commands, but I personally don’t find a need to do so. That’s simply because I guess I don’t know what I’m missing or maybe I’m too lazy to test different layouts. Having said that, I did navigate the G Hub software to see what it offers and it’s extremely intuitive. You can create different profiles depending on the game you’re playing. And what’s nice is that the keyboard can “turn off” keys while you’re playing so you don’t accidentally hit them. The Windows key between CTRL and ALT is a great example. When playing a game this key is turned off so you don’t accidentally hit it. You can also deactivate other keys should you want to. Like I said, when playing games I don’t generally mess around with the different keystroke layouts, but what I did appreciate is assigning different control profiles for various games to F-key functions so I can switch on the fly without having to open up G Hub.
The lighting is also pretty cool. Backlighting on a keyboard is an obvious must (to me). Not all keyboards have them, but they’re essential when playing games at night. What’s even cooler, albeit unnecessary, is having different lighting zones or effects. I’m really fond of the cycle animations. Again it doesn’t improve the performance and I don’t notice it too much when I’m playing, but it’s cool to see nonetheless. You can also assign specific colors to certain keys. I do this for my FPS games, especially for WASD. I make them a different color (as well as other keys I hit frequently) so if my hand gets lost I can look down briefly and see which keys I need to use. Again, a small and unnecessary thing, but it’s a nice touch and a nice feature to have. Plus it adds to the quality of this keyboard.
CONCLUSION
All in all, this is a fantastic keyboard. I think Logitech hit it out of the park. This is a high quality, heavy in a good way keyboard that’s built to take a pounding. Even if you don’t use the macro commands or change the layouts much like I do using G Hub, it’s still worth having for the typing and playing experience. It really makes the work aspect of my job a little bit better (using nice equipment) and it does improve gaming experiences. Plus, it’s compact and easy to travel with in the packaging it comes in.
All in all, this is a fantastic keyboard. I think Logitech hit it out of the park. This is a high quality, heavy in a good way keyboard that’s built to take a pounding. Even if you don’t use the macro commands or change the layouts much like I do using G Hub, it’s still worth having for the typing and playing experience. It really makes the work aspect of my job a little bit better (using nice equipment) and it does improve gaming experiences. Plus, it’s compact and easy to travel with in the packaging it comes in.
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Take out your enemies with sharp accuracy by using this Lexip Pu94 wired gaming mouse. The ergonomic construction provides a comfortable grip during marathon gaming sessions, and the wired design helps ensure low latency. This Lexip Pu94 wired gaming mouse boasts a laser sensor for pin-point precision, and the programmable buttons enable customization.
Customer Rating
3
Lot of potential, but user interface needs work
on October 18, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
This is a computer mouse with loads of potential, but the software really holds it back.
IN THE BOX
The packaging is well designed and put together. Included is the mouse itself and a braided (always appreciated) micro-USB cable. I wish it were USB-C, but since it’s not wireless and I’m not trying to minimize the charging cables I have to keep with me, that’s not too big of an issue. I simply treat it as a wired mouse and never unplug the cable.
The packaging is well designed and put together. Included is the mouse itself and a braided (always appreciated) micro-USB cable. I wish it were USB-C, but since it’s not wireless and I’m not trying to minimize the charging cables I have to keep with me, that’s not too big of an issue. I simply treat it as a wired mouse and never unplug the cable.
SETUP
Pretty simple, it’s plug and play and my computer had it ready to use immediately. While it would work right then and there just fine, you need to download the LEXIP software to customize it. A quick Google search was all you need (although you are generally taken to the French website). But it won’t take you long to find the download file for the software.
Pretty simple, it’s plug and play and my computer had it ready to use immediately. While it would work right then and there just fine, you need to download the LEXIP software to customize it. A quick Google search was all you need (although you are generally taken to the French website). But it won’t take you long to find the download file for the software.
LEXIP SOFTWARE
Now, before I go into my take on the software, I have to add that while I consider myself to be very much tech proficient, I’m no PC whiz. I can certainly figure things out, but in the past I’ve had little experience customizing the controls/keyboard/gaming mouse. Although I must say it’s mostly because I stick with general defaults from the game developers. I knew there was going to be a learning curb (both in retraining muscle memory and setting this mouse up for use). I mean, I didn’t expect to just plug in play a computer mouse that has two separate joysticks.
Now, before I go into my take on the software, I have to add that while I consider myself to be very much tech proficient, I’m no PC whiz. I can certainly figure things out, but in the past I’ve had little experience customizing the controls/keyboard/gaming mouse. Although I must say it’s mostly because I stick with general defaults from the game developers. I knew there was going to be a learning curb (both in retraining muscle memory and setting this mouse up for use). I mean, I didn’t expect to just plug in play a computer mouse that has two separate joysticks.
Having said all of that, I found this software clunky and difficult to use which ultimately makes this mouse difficult to recommend. I use PCs (like most people) for a variety of things, from work to play. The work parts includes Excel spreadsheets, Powerpoint, Word, and the play part includes PC games and Sketchup and Adobe Elements. I was excited at what new innovative ways this mouse could help me utilize these programs. Unfortunately, I simply was never able to fully master the software.
First I decided to download the profile for Sketchup. I could find it on the European version of the website, I could then find the downloaded file on my computer through the LEXIP software. What I could not, for the life me, figure out how to “link” it to the correct software. Same for Sims 4 and Far Cry 5. When adding a profile you are supposed to “link” the profile to the program you want to use it for, but either it didn’t work or I couldn’t find the right program to associate it with. CAVEAT: this could very well be user error, so I’m only talking to those with my level of experience and proficiency.
This was a big letdown as I felt I could never get the full functionality of the mouse. Sure, I figured out how to modify certain profiles (Excel as an example) and utilize the joystick that rests on the side of the mouse to scroll and other similar types of movements, but this was underwhelming because it was essentially replacing the horizontal/vertical scroll that my old Logitech Master MX already had. I tried assigning the mouse’s internal joystick to perform various functions, but again, all I could figure out was to replicate a new way to perform a task I could already do with my old mouse. Now, that’s not to say you couldn’t map a button to the joysticks that would make work more efficient for you, but I found changing (I’m using scrolling as an illustrative example, maybe not the best) scrolling function to the joystick made it difficult to break my old habits of doing things.
I found this remapping a little better in Word, where I could assign shortcuts like high cutting and pasting. So when I moved sentences around in a Word document I could do it without using a keyboard shortcuts. But to me, this isn’t worth the price of admission as it doesn’t radically change or speed up how I do things. It’s a different way and in some instances it was a bit quicker but it wasn’t quite the fundamental change I thought this mouse could unlock in my work/play flow.
USE AS A MOUSE
As a straight up mouse, this guy performs admirably. Joysticks and software aside, this is a highly responsive and accurate mouse. You can easily change the DPI in the LEXIP software to suit your needs and I found all of the buttons to be responsive. The ceramic pads on the bottom of it ensure a smooth experience no matter the surface. At first I didn’t think it mattered and that the ceramic pads were a gimmick, but I have to say, they certainly reduce friction (note that I still use an old school “normal” mouse pad, not one of the new fancy gaming pads). My only minor complaint has to do with the internal joystick. I generally rest my finger tips at the edge of the mouse for right and left click, but on this mouse, the buttons stop short of the end as a place to rest your fingers to allow you better control of the internal axis movement, which is a necessity when rotating the entire mouse on the internal joystick and not be pushing buttons. To that end, this mouse isn’t always the best for FPS. Yes, it works just fine and is responsive, but it has this “looseness” about it as a result of the internal joystick. Nothing you can’t eventually get over and ignore, but when you first use it, it’s a noticeable feeling across all applications.
As a straight up mouse, this guy performs admirably. Joysticks and software aside, this is a highly responsive and accurate mouse. You can easily change the DPI in the LEXIP software to suit your needs and I found all of the buttons to be responsive. The ceramic pads on the bottom of it ensure a smooth experience no matter the surface. At first I didn’t think it mattered and that the ceramic pads were a gimmick, but I have to say, they certainly reduce friction (note that I still use an old school “normal” mouse pad, not one of the new fancy gaming pads). My only minor complaint has to do with the internal joystick. I generally rest my finger tips at the edge of the mouse for right and left click, but on this mouse, the buttons stop short of the end as a place to rest your fingers to allow you better control of the internal axis movement, which is a necessity when rotating the entire mouse on the internal joystick and not be pushing buttons. To that end, this mouse isn’t always the best for FPS. Yes, it works just fine and is responsive, but it has this “looseness” about it as a result of the internal joystick. Nothing you can’t eventually get over and ignore, but when you first use it, it’s a noticeable feeling across all applications.
CONCLUSION
I’m not ready to write this mouse off. I truly am excited to see what possibilities the two joysticks bring in different applications. But the software needs work (or you just need to have a firm belief in you’re knowing what you’re doing). I’m not giving up on trying, but it’s a steep learning curve (to me). But if the user experience improves and the ability to add specific profiles to various software comes around, which I think it will, then this mouse could present new and better opportunities to get things done and improve the PC experience. I don’t think it’s a gimmick (the joysticks) but the interface and accessibility to guys like me just needs to improve.
I’m not ready to write this mouse off. I truly am excited to see what possibilities the two joysticks bring in different applications. But the software needs work (or you just need to have a firm belief in you’re knowing what you’re doing). I’m not giving up on trying, but it’s a steep learning curve (to me). But if the user experience improves and the ability to add specific profiles to various software comes around, which I think it will, then this mouse could present new and better opportunities to get things done and improve the PC experience. I don’t think it’s a gimmick (the joysticks) but the interface and accessibility to guys like me just needs to improve.
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Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
Customer Rating
4
Nostalgic and Updated for Today's World
on October 16, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I used to own a big 80s style boombox and I still own some cassettes that were simply collecting dust. This boombox caught my eye as a reason to bring out my old cassettes. But more than being just a portable cassette player it has some extra functionality to make it more than a one trick pony. Overall, I am pleased.
IN THE BOX
In the box you get the boombox and a power cord. Pretty simple, but all you need.
In the box you get the boombox and a power cord. Pretty simple, but all you need.
SETTING UP FOR FIRST USE
This is pretty simple. I plugged it in to let it charge while I figured out how to use it. It has all of the "old school" dials on top for bass, treble, inputs and volume, but it took me a minute to figure out that there's an off/on switch on the back. Once I did that the lights lit up indicating it was on and charging.
This is pretty simple. I plugged it in to let it charge while I figured out how to use it. It has all of the "old school" dials on top for bass, treble, inputs and volume, but it took me a minute to figure out that there's an off/on switch on the back. Once I did that the lights lit up indicating it was on and charging.
FEATURES
Despite being a cassette player first and foremost (honestly, that's the reason you buy this unless you're really a sucker for nostalgia) it has a surprising number of features that makes it useful. The obvious is the AM/FM radio. I don't generally listen to the radio since I subscribe to Google Music, I actually found myself listening to the radio on this more often than not because of the old school dial with the line that slides left and right to the frequency you want. There was something fun turning the dial and getting some static until you found the sweet spot for the frequency you were looking for.
Despite being a cassette player first and foremost (honestly, that's the reason you buy this unless you're really a sucker for nostalgia) it has a surprising number of features that makes it useful. The obvious is the AM/FM radio. I don't generally listen to the radio since I subscribe to Google Music, I actually found myself listening to the radio on this more often than not because of the old school dial with the line that slides left and right to the frequency you want. There was something fun turning the dial and getting some static until you found the sweet spot for the frequency you were looking for.
In addition, this big guy has Bluetooth which is much appreciated. The Bluetooth setup is par for the course, meaning it's no different that any other Bluetooth speaker. You change the input to Bluetooth and then add it on your device. What I haven't tried, is trying to add different devices (like a friend's phone when we were out) but I can't imagine it being too difficult or cumbersome given the ease of initial Bluetooth connection.
You also have AUX input, which in today's age where more and more phones are losing headphone jacks is less important, it's still nice to have. I didn't try it out (my phone doesn't have a headphone jack) but I can't imagine it would be difficult to use. The AUX input is on the side and the input slider on the top specifically says AUX so it would be easy to use when the circumstances are right.
Lastly, the cassette player. Man it was fun popping in an old tape and listening to it. The buttons to rewind, pause, play and fast forward are just like you would remember if your old enough to have lived in the cassette age. As an added bonus, you can even rip cassettes to USB. There's controls on the side to "rip" a cassette and you can capture the audio via the USB drive. Since I subscribe to a music service, this feature is less important to me (since I can stream any song I have on cassette) I could see this as a big boon for anyone who has a desire to digitize their collection. It's an awesome addition that doesn't get in your way if you don't use it, and nice to have for those that want to use it. It's a little clunky to use, and you have to stop and start the cassette when recording, but it's the same steps you'd have to take when "ripping" any cassette.
SOUND QUALITY
I was pretty amazed with the sound quality. It's not going to blow you away like a Bose or high end brand speaker would, but it has remarkable clarity and bass for such a relatively small device. When playing audio through Bluetooth, I would say it is a run of the mill speaker. Not amazing, but certainly not bad. When playing the radio or cassettes, you get vintage audio that comes with all cassettes. I know that's a bad description, but I don't know how else to explain it. It sounds like a cassette (much like vinyls have their own distinctive sound) and honestly, that's all that matters. Replicating that old cassette sound and feeling.
I was pretty amazed with the sound quality. It's not going to blow you away like a Bose or high end brand speaker would, but it has remarkable clarity and bass for such a relatively small device. When playing audio through Bluetooth, I would say it is a run of the mill speaker. Not amazing, but certainly not bad. When playing the radio or cassettes, you get vintage audio that comes with all cassettes. I know that's a bad description, but I don't know how else to explain it. It sounds like a cassette (much like vinyls have their own distinctive sound) and honestly, that's all that matters. Replicating that old cassette sound and feeling.
In terms of volume, this gets plenty loud. At louder volume the bass is a bit muted, but it will serve its purpose in any crowd setting, save for maybe a loud tailgate or something like it. I use it primarily in my backyard and gets plenty loud, in fact I don't play it at full volume.
BATTERY POWER
The battery is rated for 10 hours. I haven't done a run down and counted the hours, but I've used it frequently over a week and it's still going strong on one charge. I feel confident that so long as you charge it before you take it anywhere, it will last as long as you need it to, which is all you can ask for.
The battery is rated for 10 hours. I haven't done a run down and counted the hours, but I've used it frequently over a week and it's still going strong on one charge. I feel confident that so long as you charge it before you take it anywhere, it will last as long as you need it to, which is all you can ask for.
CONCLUSION
Bottom line is that the primary reason to get this is for those who have an interest in collecting old audio media, or those who have a cassette library. It's a treat for those who have cassettes to be able to play them again (and in a portable device) and for those persons, it's also nice to have modern features such as Bluetooth for those times when you're out and you run out of cassettes to play. Plus, the price is pretty nice. It's a good deal for those in the market for a portable music player who own cassettes.
Bottom line is that the primary reason to get this is for those who have an interest in collecting old audio media, or those who have a cassette library. It's a treat for those who have cassettes to be able to play them again (and in a portable device) and for those persons, it's also nice to have modern features such as Bluetooth for those times when you're out and you run out of cassettes to play. Plus, the price is pretty nice. It's a good deal for those in the market for a portable music player who own cassettes.
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The reliable Brother MFC-L3710CW digital color all-in-one printer is an ideal choice for home and small offices looking for laser printer performance and need full functionality, print, copy, scan and fax, in a compact footprint. The up to 50-sheet automatic document feeder enables multipage copying, scanning and faxing, plus quick print speeds of up to 19 pages per minute. The manual feed slot accommodates varied printing needs and can handle a variety of paper types and sizes, including card stock, envelopes and more. The 250-sheet capacity adjustable paper tray helps improve efficiency with fewer refills and handles letter- or legal-size paper. Connect with versatile options, including built-in wireless or USB interfaces, and print wirelessly from mobile devices³. Save time by creating custom shortcuts on the 3.7" color touch screen, which also enables you to directly print from and scan to popular cloud apps, including Dropbox, Google Drive, Evernote, OneNote and more¹. Brother Genuine high-yield replacement toner cartridges help lower printing costs. Comes with a 1-year limited warranty and free online, call or live chat support for the life of your product.Prints up to 19 ISO ppm*, up to 19 ppm* in color.
Customer Rating
5
Great Printer for Small Business
on October 3, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I am attorney at a small firm, and while we have a commercial grade printer/copier, we needed something smaller (cheaper than second commercial copier) that could handle similar tasks. This Brother all in one was up to the task and I am very pleased with its performance and relative ease of use. I would even recommend this for home use if you print/copy/scan in high volume. Only concern for home use is high cost of toner
IN THE BOX
Pretty minimal, you get the printer, power cord, CD with drivers/software and manuals. I wish it would have come with a USB cable since I plug mine into my computer, but I had an extra one.
Pretty minimal, you get the printer, power cord, CD with drivers/software and manuals. I wish it would have come with a USB cable since I plug mine into my computer, but I had an extra one.
SETUP
I consider myself pretty knowledgeable with computers and most things tech. But printers have always flummoxed me. For whatever reason I struggle with getting them setup properly and having to download all of the necessary software and drivers.
I consider myself pretty knowledgeable with computers and most things tech. But printers have always flummoxed me. For whatever reason I struggle with getting them setup properly and having to download all of the necessary software and drivers.
I can say that the Brother printer was relatively easy. I plugged in the power cable, plugged in the USB and went to add printer on my computer and bam. I was off and printing. At that point I could copy and print without a problem. The scanning function, however, needed the drivers.
At this point I put in the CD that came with the device (if you have a laptop with no CD drive, I'm certain you can download everything from the Brother website). I then installed everything, which much to my dismay, was a lot of extra programs. I'm a minimalist and don't necessarily like having a bunch of extra programs on my computer. I get it, some are necessary such as the scanning function but the other icons and what not installed on my computer is almost junk to me. I did, however, like the Brother Creative center, which is a link to a website with free templates and design ideas for business. It's not necessary for my work, but I could see that being very beneficial for a small business owner who needs to market or sell products.
After the software was installed I was truly off and running (mostly, more on that in a sec). I could scan documents either through the 50 sheet feeder or on the scanning glass tray. On the printer when scanning, I simply use the touchscreen to scan to my computer and voila, a PDF appears in a folder that automatically pops up. For me, I then rename the folder and put it where I need it to be. I guess my only minor grip is that it saves the PDF in a weird folder, rather than just my Documents folder.
From here I wanted to add the printer to my Wi-Fi network so my staff could use it as well. It was pretty straightforward to join a network from the touchscreen on the printer. After that, my staff could add the printer and download the necessary software to their computer to use just as I do with it attached via USB to my computer.
All-in-all, the setup was pretty easy.
FEATURES
This all-in-one has some pretty robust features. Sure, it copies/scans/prints and faxes, but what I'm talking about is how you get the scans to where you want them to go. For my work, we simply save them to designated folders on a specific computer, but there are other ways to get documents to whatever device you need. If you need to save it directly to your phone (say you need it that moment and you're leaving) you can do so. You have to scan a QR code with your phone on the touchscreen, but then you're sent to a link that allows you to download that document to your phone or tablet on the spot. Something I wouldn't use a lot, but it would come in handy when you need it. You can also scan documents directly to a Sharepoint folder. You just need to go through the web management site to establish those "links" on the printer itself. Bottom line is that there's an option for everyone depending on your workflow. I would think Sharepoint would be awesome if I had a co-worker working out of the office remotely and needed a document. I could even have my staff scan me a document directly if I was out of the office. I'm usually more prepared and don't need this type of function, but it is nice to have during those "one off" times.
This all-in-one has some pretty robust features. Sure, it copies/scans/prints and faxes, but what I'm talking about is how you get the scans to where you want them to go. For my work, we simply save them to designated folders on a specific computer, but there are other ways to get documents to whatever device you need. If you need to save it directly to your phone (say you need it that moment and you're leaving) you can do so. You have to scan a QR code with your phone on the touchscreen, but then you're sent to a link that allows you to download that document to your phone or tablet on the spot. Something I wouldn't use a lot, but it would come in handy when you need it. You can also scan documents directly to a Sharepoint folder. You just need to go through the web management site to establish those "links" on the printer itself. Bottom line is that there's an option for everyone depending on your workflow. I would think Sharepoint would be awesome if I had a co-worker working out of the office remotely and needed a document. I could even have my staff scan me a document directly if I was out of the office. I'm usually more prepared and don't need this type of function, but it is nice to have during those "one off" times.
PRINT/SCAN/COPY QUALITY/SPEED
For high quality and fast printing, laser printers are always the way to go. This color laser printer doesn't disappoint. First, printing black and white text documents look great. Whether scanned or copied, there's no discernible difference. There's no, that document was scanned look. I was very impressed with the scan. Color photos look good, but I don't think many scanners will be able to replicate photos to look the way the photo itself does. But that's my personal opinion. I'm not generally printing or scanning photos so that doesn't matter to me. But I do like some documents to be printed in color when i change the font or print PowerPoint slides. Again, I'm impressed.
For high quality and fast printing, laser printers are always the way to go. This color laser printer doesn't disappoint. First, printing black and white text documents look great. Whether scanned or copied, there's no discernible difference. There's no, that document was scanned look. I was very impressed with the scan. Color photos look good, but I don't think many scanners will be able to replicate photos to look the way the photo itself does. But that's my personal opinion. I'm not generally printing or scanning photos so that doesn't matter to me. But I do like some documents to be printed in color when i change the font or print PowerPoint slides. Again, I'm impressed.
The speed in which the Brother prints is pretty great. It can print a 50 page document in less than 2 minutes. I didn't count so don't hold me to it, but point is, you want be sitting there thinking it's taking a long time to print. And I found virtually no speed difference between B&W text and full color sheets.
I do also want to add that the paper tray holds about a reams worth of paper which is nice. It doesn't help much if your printer can print lightning quick but can't hold much paper.
CONCLUSION
This is a great printer to be the center of any small business. To get the most out of it, I would recommend using it for high volume scanning/printing and multiple people using it (otherwise you might find a cheaper alternative). You don't have to worry about the print quality, it's fantastic and so far, I've been impressed with its reliability. I haven't once had to pull any stuck paper out of it, whether i was scanning or printing. The only drawback to a printer like this, and it exists with every color laser printer, is the sky high costs of toner. But that's something you'll never get away from.
This is a great printer to be the center of any small business. To get the most out of it, I would recommend using it for high volume scanning/printing and multiple people using it (otherwise you might find a cheaper alternative). You don't have to worry about the print quality, it's fantastic and so far, I've been impressed with its reliability. I haven't once had to pull any stuck paper out of it, whether i was scanning or printing. The only drawback to a printer like this, and it exists with every color laser printer, is the sky high costs of toner. But that's something you'll never get away from.
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Make the moment yours with exclusive designer stickers and frames for printing instant photos from your smartphone that are 30% larger than Sprocket. Easily transform photos into curated memories - perfect for journaling and photo walls.
Customer Rating
5
Fun, high quality photo printer
on October 2, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Despite everyone carrying a high quality camera in their pocket at all times, rarely does anyone (especially me) have photos printed. It's kind of a hassle. Sometimes I just want some photos of my kids to put in scrapbooks, use for school projects, etc. Having a high quality printer at home to print your own photos, however, is costly. In comes the HP Sprocket.
IN THE BOX
You get the printer, which is remarkably thin, a micro-USB charging cord (I really wish all companies would move to USB-C) and ten prints of photo paper.
You get the printer, which is remarkably thin, a micro-USB charging cord (I really wish all companies would move to USB-C) and ten prints of photo paper.
SETUP
I charged mine before use, the light on the side glows green when it's done. Then to insert the photo paper, you pop off the top and put the paper in. Now, you have to be careful, ensuring you put the paper in the right way, but the paper itself has a bright orange insert that tells you which way to put it in. As long as you are halfway paying attention, it won't be a problem.
I charged mine before use, the light on the side glows green when it's done. Then to insert the photo paper, you pop off the top and put the paper in. Now, you have to be careful, ensuring you put the paper in the right way, but the paper itself has a bright orange insert that tells you which way to put it in. As long as you are halfway paying attention, it won't be a problem.
After that, you download the app (there's one for everything) and once the printer is charged and turned on, my phone had no problem finding the printer.
EASE OF USE
Everything runs through the app. You can take a picture within the app (I didn't) or you can "import them" from your photo gallery (for me, that would be Google Photos). It's a breeze to do so, although the icons in the app itself could have been a little better designed. You can even view photos on your social media account and print them straight from there, which would save you a few steps of having to download a photo to print if it wasn't already on your phone.
Everything runs through the app. You can take a picture within the app (I didn't) or you can "import them" from your photo gallery (for me, that would be Google Photos). It's a breeze to do so, although the icons in the app itself could have been a little better designed. You can even view photos on your social media account and print them straight from there, which would save you a few steps of having to download a photo to print if it wasn't already on your phone.
The fun part is that you can edit any picture. You can pinch and zoom, crop or rotate a photo with your fingers using the touchscreen. You can change the colors of your photos, give it different filters, add fun stickers and even add text and frames. The amount of customization is pretty amazing. There's something there for everyone to add special touches to their photos.
PRINTING and PRINTING QUALITY
The only complaint, and it's own I knew the moment I got the printer, is the size of the prints. They're tiny. It's nice when you want to use the photo as a sticker (I should add that the prints have a removable adhesive backing) but they don't work for a 4X6 frame. BUT, what you can do is print tiles. So the printer will take your photo and print 4 or 9 tiles that you can piece together to form one big picture. We took a piece of normal printer paper, removed the adhesive backings from 4 small photos to create one big one that's about the size of a 4X6. Unless viewed up close, you can't tell it's 4 individuals photos making up the big one.
The only complaint, and it's own I knew the moment I got the printer, is the size of the prints. They're tiny. It's nice when you want to use the photo as a sticker (I should add that the prints have a removable adhesive backing) but they don't work for a 4X6 frame. BUT, what you can do is print tiles. So the printer will take your photo and print 4 or 9 tiles that you can piece together to form one big picture. We took a piece of normal printer paper, removed the adhesive backings from 4 small photos to create one big one that's about the size of a 4X6. Unless viewed up close, you can't tell it's 4 individuals photos making up the big one.
So while the small print size could be a turn off, I'd argue that it makes the printer more versatile given the option to print tiles.
The print quality is top notch in my opinion. I really don’t know what to compare it to, but suffice it to say, I had no problems with the print quality. In fact, I was impressed
OTHER COMMENTS
Because the prints are so small, the printer itself is crazy small. It's barely thicker than a phone and about the size of a 4X6. It's extremely portable and is great to take with you to say, a kid's party where you might want immediate prints of photos.While I haven't tested the battery life to say how long it lasts, I printed about 20 photos in one outing without a problem.
Because the prints are so small, the printer itself is crazy small. It's barely thicker than a phone and about the size of a 4X6. It's extremely portable and is great to take with you to say, a kid's party where you might want immediate prints of photos.While I haven't tested the battery life to say how long it lasts, I printed about 20 photos in one outing without a problem.
Because of the size of the printer, it only holds 10 pieces of photo paper at a time. Again, this is the trade off for having a small printer.
Costs of prints are pretty reasonable. I bought a 50 pack for $24. So while it's by no means cheap (about 50 cents a print) I think it's a good deal to have the ability to print high quality photos at home on the spot.
CONCLUSION
All in all, if you have any desire to make prints at home, whether for scrap books, or to create some kind of project involving pictures, or maybe you just want to print out some mementos when hanging out with friends, this Sprocket printer is the way to go. it's well priced, it's compact, and it's very versatile. And the customization options are a lot fun.
All in all, if you have any desire to make prints at home, whether for scrap books, or to create some kind of project involving pictures, or maybe you just want to print out some mementos when hanging out with friends, this Sprocket printer is the way to go. it's well priced, it's compact, and it's very versatile. And the customization options are a lot fun.
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Boost your confidence with this Upright Go 2 posture trainer. Integrated sensors detect when you're slouching to help train your body for better posture in under 14 days. Use the device by itself or sync with the Upright app on Android or iOS. With a portable design, 30-hour battery life and easy-touch adhesive to keep it safely in place, this Upright Go 2 posture trainer is ideal for all-day wear.
Customer Rating
4
Works as advertised, but u have to put the work in
on September 22, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Not only for health reasons, but as an attorney, my posture is important to me. While when I'm standing I do an okay job at maintaining decent posture, I am often chained to my desk (figuratively) and find it easy to slouch. This device is a great trainer to help you improve your posture, but it is no magic pill. You have to devote the time and practice. Overall, if you follow the app's training regimen you will see results.
WHAT YOU GET
The packaging is really small. The device itself is really small. But it comes with a case (not a charging case) which is designed to be a place to store your Go 2 when you aren't using while maintaining some "stickiness" to the adhesive (more on that in a moment). You also get a short USB-C cable (hooray for USB-C charging). Lastly, and most importantly, you are given a decent number of adhesive pads so that the device can stick to your back.
The packaging is really small. The device itself is really small. But it comes with a case (not a charging case) which is designed to be a place to store your Go 2 when you aren't using while maintaining some "stickiness" to the adhesive (more on that in a moment). You also get a short USB-C cable (hooray for USB-C charging). Lastly, and most importantly, you are given a decent number of adhesive pads so that the device can stick to your back.
INITIAL USE
The first time setup is dead simple. Like most smart devices, you download the app and register an account. From there you simple hold the only button on the device (this is after an initial 3 hour charge, mind you) and my phone found it almost immediately. The written instructions in the box are just fine, but I much preferred the instructional walkthrough on the app when it came time to show you how to remove the adhesive (which in hindsight is common sense, but in my first go I wanted to be sure.) You then place the device on your back (on your skin) and then you sit or stand straight to set a “goal” and then voila. The app walks you through the “training” and “tracking” process.
The first time setup is dead simple. Like most smart devices, you download the app and register an account. From there you simple hold the only button on the device (this is after an initial 3 hour charge, mind you) and my phone found it almost immediately. The written instructions in the box are just fine, but I much preferred the instructional walkthrough on the app when it came time to show you how to remove the adhesive (which in hindsight is common sense, but in my first go I wanted to be sure.) You then place the device on your back (on your skin) and then you sit or stand straight to set a “goal” and then voila. The app walks you through the “training” and “tracking” process.
USING IT
The app tells you that you need to commit to use the device daily for 14 days. I haven’t gotten that far, but I’ve been using it consistently and I can say that if nothing else, using the device serves as a reminder to maintain good posture. The training is only 5 minutes at a time, and for me, it’s actually a nice way to relax. While I am keeping my posture straight, I take the time to just free my mind. I’m not talking about meditation, but similar to the breathing exercises in a FitBit, it’s a good way to relax. If you prefer to “train” while not looking at your p[hone or you try to do other things, no big deal. If you slouch too much you get about a 4 second grace period before the device gives you a gentle buzz. I found when sitting, it was much easier to maintain posture (and avoid the gentle buzz reminders) but when standing, I found it to be a little sensitive. Meaning if I didn’t stand like an absolute board, I would inevitably get the buzz. Not sure if it was a settings thing, or if I really do slouch that much when standing. Also, if you are “training” while moving around, if you bend over to pick something up or whatever, you will get a reminder which in those moments feels annoying. But that’s probably why you should be focused on training when you’re training.
The app tells you that you need to commit to use the device daily for 14 days. I haven’t gotten that far, but I’ve been using it consistently and I can say that if nothing else, using the device serves as a reminder to maintain good posture. The training is only 5 minutes at a time, and for me, it’s actually a nice way to relax. While I am keeping my posture straight, I take the time to just free my mind. I’m not talking about meditation, but similar to the breathing exercises in a FitBit, it’s a good way to relax. If you prefer to “train” while not looking at your p[hone or you try to do other things, no big deal. If you slouch too much you get about a 4 second grace period before the device gives you a gentle buzz. I found when sitting, it was much easier to maintain posture (and avoid the gentle buzz reminders) but when standing, I found it to be a little sensitive. Meaning if I didn’t stand like an absolute board, I would inevitably get the buzz. Not sure if it was a settings thing, or if I really do slouch that much when standing. Also, if you are “training” while moving around, if you bend over to pick something up or whatever, you will get a reminder which in those moments feels annoying. But that’s probably why you should be focused on training when you’re training.
When you’re done training, you can, through the app, set it to track you. After a while, you can look at the app to get a baseline. It’s a good way to track your progress. And the app is smart enough to tell you that the goal isn’t 100% straight all the time, as then you wouldn’t be relaxed. So be wary of that for all you perfectionists. 50-80% good posture was recommended to me as a goal.
When you’re done training and tracking, you can put the device back in its container. It has little raised ribs that prevents the adhesive from sticking to a flat service (so it maintains it’s sticky properties longer). The materials say that you should be able to get 8-10 uses of the same adhesive. Meaning you put it on 8-10 times and remove it. Which is nice because it it was one adhesive per use, this baby wouldn’t be getting much use.
MINOR ANNOYANCES
I’ll admit it, I have a hairy back. When the adhesive is brand new, I don’t have any problems with the Go 2 sticking to my back. But after a few uses, it starts to fall off. So for me, I go through the adhesives quicker than someone with smooth skin and no hair.
I’ll admit it, I have a hairy back. When the adhesive is brand new, I don’t have any problems with the Go 2 sticking to my back. But after a few uses, it starts to fall off. So for me, I go through the adhesives quicker than someone with smooth skin and no hair.
With that, you will eventually have to get more adhesives. It comes with a fair number, but still, they will run out if you use this device long term. At least you can order more adhesive tabs in the app itself, which I must say is a plus.
CONCLUSION
If having good posture matters to you, this is an extremely helpful device that isn’t too pricey. But it’s also no magic bullet, you have to put in the time (training, remembering to charge it, take it with you, etc.). As an aide to helping you improve your posture, it’s fantastic. I recommend it for anyone who wants to improve their posture for whatever reason.
If having good posture matters to you, this is an extremely helpful device that isn’t too pricey. But it’s also no magic bullet, you have to put in the time (training, remembering to charge it, take it with you, etc.). As an aide to helping you improve your posture, it’s fantastic. I recommend it for anyone who wants to improve their posture for whatever reason.
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Create nutrient-rich meals with this NutriBullet blender combo. The 64 oz. blending pitcher shreds tough skins, pulverizes stems and crushes seeds to deliver creamy snacks, smoothies and soups. This NutriBullet blender combo features a powerful 1200W motor that operates quietly, so you can engage in conversations while blending fruits and vegetables.
Customer Rating
4
Good Value and Decent Build, Works Well
on September 12, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I make breakfast shakes (that involves fruits and veggies) everyday. That's what I use my blender for 99% of the time. (the other 1% might be frozen adult beverages). I don't use it to make soups or anything. So my use is pretty limited. I'm not looking for anything too fancy, just something to get the job done.
I've used the original Nutribullet before and I was less than impressed with the build quality. I also didn't like the number of attachments. Yes, some people might prefer to have 18 different sized cups and lids but for me, it was a hassle to store and keep track of. For my purposes, I prefer the one cup and one blender that this Nutribullet Blender Combo has. Plus, the cups, in my humble opinion aren't big enough.
Anyway, I would say that this is a basic blender with no frills. And for most people that's all you need. There’s your basic numbers corresponding to the “speed” of the blender, as well as an extract button that acts as a button on demand. Meaning, you hold it and it turns the blades, and you let go and it stops. One of the negatives is that there’s no timers. In my old Ninja blender you could his a preset button and the blender would run for a set amount of time and stop on its own. This blender won’t stop on its own, but honestly, that shouldn’t be a dealbreaker. That’s just a guy nitpicking after he used a blender with a timer. (if you’ve never had it, you don’t know you need it).
As mentioned earlier, unlike the original Nutribullet, you only get two blending “cups” and a large capacity blender. Unless 4+ people make smoothies in the morning, this is just what you need. So in terms of storage and counter space, the Nutribullet Combo won’t take up a lot of room in your cabinets. As far as your countertops, I wouldn’t say it’s svelte, but when compared to the Ninja blenders, yeah, this baby saves a lot of space. The base of the blender doesn’t have a large footprint and relatively speaking, it’s not that tall. Meaning, the base with the blender (or one of the blender cups) isn’t so tall as it would interfere with your cabinets (my old Ninja Blender could not fit underneath my kitchen cabinets with the blender itself attached). This might be a minor quip, but if you are like me and like a clean looking countertop, it matters how big/tall the blender is. Now, I can’t say if this would fit underneath your cabinet (on the countertop), but it is something to consider.
In terms of build quality, I’m pretty impressed. The blender “jar’ and “cups” are made of plastic, but that seems pretty normal as I see small numbers of blenders with glass containers. But it’s a high quality. And the base is sturdy and well built. Unlike some blenders (looking at you Ninja) the Nutribullet doesn’t dance around while in use.
So in terms of actual performance, however, this blender drags down it’s score. As I alluded to earlier, this is a basic blender. Unlike the Ninja blenders (where it has an intimidating 3 story blender blade) the blade of the Nutribullet is built into the base of the blender container (or the bottom cap for the plastic ups, depending on what you're using). When crushing frozen fruit as part of my smoothies, I continue to find frozen “berries” in my shakes. Which is something I never found in the Ninja blenders I’ve tried previously. I have to admit it’s quieter than other blenders but I would give up more noise for better performance.
Bottom line is that this is a no frills blender that gets basic jobs does. It does a great job for limited needs (blending fruit)., but it lacks the ability to adapt (no timer or custom drink settings). It’s also easy to clean (only the base and the blender)
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Achieve the deep-fried flavor you love, without all the oil and added calories. The Chefman TurboFry™ Air Fryer allows you to bake, fry and roast like a pro. This airfryer requires little to no oil, so there’s less of that fried oil smell lingering in the house and less fat that you’re consuming. It’s large 3.5-liter capacity and flat basket gives you the ability to cook enough for a hungry crowd all at once. Skip the microwave! Reheat soggy leftovers in the air fryer to return them to their original texture. Make better-for-you fries that are just as crispy and tasty, roast chicken thighs, or heat up leftovers for a quick and easy meal. The temperature control with 60-minute timer automatically shuts off once food is done, so you never have to worry about burning or drying out your food. Its space saving basket is removable and dishwasher safe for easy clean-up, so you’ll have more time to dream up your next air-fried meal!
Customer Rating
5
Easy way to make healthy food
on August 15, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I've never owned a true deep fryer, so I can't compare it to an air fryer, but I can say that when you figure out what you're doing, the air fryer can deliver some great food. The biggest challenge is stepping outside of your comfort zone (coming from someone who tends to make the same things to eat) and trying to experiment. For example, I would buy this just to make tater tots and sweet potato fries. But for some people, they may not eat those enough to justify the purchase. When looking around for new recipes, I was amazed at how many different types of things you can make with this fryer.
For example, it does a great job of "air-frying" frozen vegetables (no more boiling water and dropping frozen veggies into the sauce pan), it makes delicious pizza rolls and reheating leftovers. So not only does it make healthier food (using less oil) it is a great set it and forget it counter top device that is just easier to use (for certain things) than an oven of your stove top.
Another benefit is clean up. The basket is dishwasher safe (which is awesome) and is easy to clean up by hand. It certainly beats cleaning pots and pans or baking trays that you might use to make food the more traditional way.
If you are interested in trying out an air fryer, this is a great option. And personally, I prefer the analog controllers (vs digital controls). I think it makes the fryer look elegant and easier to use. You literally turn the knob for temperature (between 200 and 400 degrees F) and the knob for time (up to an hour). And it turns off automatically, no forgetting to turn the oven off.
If you are interested in trying out an air fryer, this is a great option. And personally, I prefer the analog controllers (vs digital controls). I think it makes the fryer look elegant and easier to use. You literally turn the knob for temperature (between 200 and 400 degrees F) and the knob for time (up to an hour). And it turns off automatically, no forgetting to turn the oven off.
The "large" basket is good for small families (2-4) people. If you're cooking for a crowd, it will obviously take longer to cook because you'll have to make several batches. But if you're like me, I'm mostly cooking for 4 people and the basket is plenty large to make enough food for my family.
While I don't think it's a bad looking small appliance, and for what it does and the size of the frying basket it's not that big (compared to say a Ninja Foodi) but I still don't like it cluttering up my counter. It's pretty big to just be sitting on your counter. But if it's not there you, then it's out of sight out of mind. I know that sounds nit picky, but I think it's something to consider when thinking about how much you'll use it (especially given my comments above where if you're new to an air fryer, you might not know what all it can do). But if you regularly use your oven to bake frozen items or use the stove top or microwave for frozen sides like vegetables, this is a great option as it's much easier to use and clean up (and you don't have to wait for preheating).
While I don't think it's a bad looking small appliance, and for what it does and the size of the frying basket it's not that big (compared to say a Ninja Foodi) but I still don't like it cluttering up my counter. It's pretty big to just be sitting on your counter. But if it's not there you, then it's out of sight out of mind. I know that sounds nit picky, but I think it's something to consider when thinking about how much you'll use it (especially given my comments above where if you're new to an air fryer, you might not know what all it can do). But if you regularly use your oven to bake frozen items or use the stove top or microwave for frozen sides like vegetables, this is a great option as it's much easier to use and clean up (and you don't have to wait for preheating).
All in all, air fryers are nice appliances to have that give you options in how to make your food. And this Chefman is a terrific balance of performance, looks, size and price. I recommend it.
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Experience enhanced precision and comfort with this Logitech wireless gaming mouse. The optical sensor delivers pinpoint accuracy for an enhanced gaming experience, while the wireless design offers strong freedom of movement. This Logitech wireless gaming mouse features 11 programmable buttons for creating macros and performing a wide range of custom functions.
Customer Rating
5
Awesome mouse for experienced and newbies alike
on July 25, 2019
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I am a long time gamer. But until recently it was mostly console gaming. For me, I just like the ease of being able to pop a disk (or cartridge) into a system and it just working. Now, with the cost of prebuilt gaming PCs coming down it became a great time to expand my gaming experiences.
The gaming PC I use came with your basic USB corded mouse. Serviceable, sure, but it lacked the bells and whistles of other "fancier" mouses. And it wasn't wireless. The Logitech G903 has been a godsend. Even as a general use mouse, I can't say enough. I work and game on my PC and this mouse does a great job at all tasks. But sticking to the gaming side of things...
IN THE BOX and SETUP
In the box you get the mouse, a braided USB cable, weight, USB transponder and extra buttons (ambidextrous, so you can switch the buttons from one side of the mouse to the other). The instructions are east to understand (although there's not much for the user to do), but at least they show you where the power button is, etc. But you turn it on, plug in the braided cable (which has the USB transponder attached at the end of it, more on that in a moment) and you download the Logitech G Hub software. Within minutes I was up and running.
In the box you get the mouse, a braided USB cable, weight, USB transponder and extra buttons (ambidextrous, so you can switch the buttons from one side of the mouse to the other). The instructions are east to understand (although there's not much for the user to do), but at least they show you where the power button is, etc. But you turn it on, plug in the braided cable (which has the USB transponder attached at the end of it, more on that in a moment) and you download the Logitech G Hub software. Within minutes I was up and running.
LOGITECH G HUB SOFTWARE
As a PC gaming newbie who understands what DPI means, etc., I find the customization options for most gaming PC accessories and their accompanying software intimidating. On the one hand, the ability to customize is what draws so many people to PC gaming, but at the same time, it takes time to figure out what works best for you if you're just getting started. I mention this because I found the G Hub application difficult to figure out. While it was easy to set the mouse up, I just couldn't figure out how to adjust the settings. Specifically, I couldn't figure out how to change the settings for basic PC use (default) and Far Cry 5. I ended up sticking with default settings and adjusting the controls for Far Cry 5 within the game itself. This might be what most people do, but I got the sense that G Hub allows you to configure say the DPI per game and allow you to change settings on the fly.
As a PC gaming newbie who understands what DPI means, etc., I find the customization options for most gaming PC accessories and their accompanying software intimidating. On the one hand, the ability to customize is what draws so many people to PC gaming, but at the same time, it takes time to figure out what works best for you if you're just getting started. I mention this because I found the G Hub application difficult to figure out. While it was easy to set the mouse up, I just couldn't figure out how to adjust the settings. Specifically, I couldn't figure out how to change the settings for basic PC use (default) and Far Cry 5. I ended up sticking with default settings and adjusting the controls for Far Cry 5 within the game itself. This might be what most people do, but I got the sense that G Hub allows you to configure say the DPI per game and allow you to change settings on the fly.
But that's my experience. Honestly, it doesn't affect my opinion of the mouse at all either way. I used G Hub to set up the mouse (and change the color to match my non-Logitech keyboard lighting) and I haven't opened it since. I'm sure there's more functionality there if you want it, but if you're like me and are more of a casual gamer, you can simply bypass G Hub after the initial setup. I do need to add however, you shouldn't delete the program, if allows you to change the DPI settings from the buttons on the mouse itself.
HOW IT WORKS
I'm merely commenting on this for those like me who are newbies. The G903 is wireless and while I would have appreciated Bluetooth connectivity to eliminate any need for a "dongle" it doesn't have it. There's some proprietary tech that makes this mouse so responsive. Luckily the USB dongle doesn't stick out from my laptop very far. If you're using a desktop PC, you will need to use the braided cable to plug into the PC and then have the dongle plugged into the other side of the cable and have it sit relatively close to your mousepad. Apparently the dongle can't be too far away from the mouse.
I'm merely commenting on this for those like me who are newbies. The G903 is wireless and while I would have appreciated Bluetooth connectivity to eliminate any need for a "dongle" it doesn't have it. There's some proprietary tech that makes this mouse so responsive. Luckily the USB dongle doesn't stick out from my laptop very far. If you're using a desktop PC, you will need to use the braided cable to plug into the PC and then have the dongle plugged into the other side of the cable and have it sit relatively close to your mousepad. Apparently the dongle can't be too far away from the mouse.
DESIGN
This mouse looks high tech without being too obnoxious. It has a lot of sharp edges when you look at it, but it's smooth to hold. It's design isn't overstated and I like the battery meter in the middle of the mouse. There's three buttons on top underneath the wheel, one activates smooth rolling vs. "clicking" (I don't know how else to describe it) and the other two buttons scroll through DPI which is an easy way to adjust the speed and sensitivity of the mouse. There's also two buttons on the left side which are convenient even when doing basic stuff such as browsing the web, as they can act as a "page back" and page forward button. The clicks are also satisfying.
This mouse looks high tech without being too obnoxious. It has a lot of sharp edges when you look at it, but it's smooth to hold. It's design isn't overstated and I like the battery meter in the middle of the mouse. There's three buttons on top underneath the wheel, one activates smooth rolling vs. "clicking" (I don't know how else to describe it) and the other two buttons scroll through DPI which is an easy way to adjust the speed and sensitivity of the mouse. There's also two buttons on the left side which are convenient even when doing basic stuff such as browsing the web, as they can act as a "page back" and page forward button. The clicks are also satisfying.
PERFORMANCE
As I alluded to earlier, this mouse rocks. It just works and works well. I primarily play FPS games and I set my DPI to 3200 which allows quick movements. It's always super responsive. There's no lag whatsoever and it gives you great precision in your aiming and movements. While some might prefer performance of wired gaming mice over wireless, I am here to tell you there is no appreciable difference between the G903 and a comparable wired mouse. Even aside from gaming it's a pleasure to use. I only wish I had a protective case for it when I'm traveling with my laptop.
As I alluded to earlier, this mouse rocks. It just works and works well. I primarily play FPS games and I set my DPI to 3200 which allows quick movements. It's always super responsive. There's no lag whatsoever and it gives you great precision in your aiming and movements. While some might prefer performance of wired gaming mice over wireless, I am here to tell you there is no appreciable difference between the G903 and a comparable wired mouse. Even aside from gaming it's a pleasure to use. I only wish I had a protective case for it when I'm traveling with my laptop.
I also can't emphasize enough how good the buttons feel. I know that sounds silly to say, but there's no accidentally hitting them, while responsive, they aren't so much so, as they require affirmative presses that give off a satisfying click.
I haven't completely drained the battery, but I can say it's gone several days of moderate gaming and it's still at close to full charge. I would imagine with light use you could go several weeks on a single charge.
CONCLUSION
My only real beefs with this mouse is the fact that you have to have the Logitech dongle (no big deal though) sticking out of your laptop, the G Hub software could be a little bit easier for a newbie. But those are minor quibbles. This is a premium gaming mouse that has no lag, is extremely responsive, has ample buttons and just does everything you need a mouse to do. I love it.
My only real beefs with this mouse is the fact that you have to have the Logitech dongle (no big deal though) sticking out of your laptop, the G Hub software could be a little bit easier for a newbie. But those are minor quibbles. This is a premium gaming mouse that has no lag, is extremely responsive, has ample buttons and just does everything you need a mouse to do. I love it.
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