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Enjoy your favorite music and podcasts anywhere with this Sony PG10 portable wireless speaker. It features a splash-proof top with four built-in cup holders, and will be great for parties with outdoor party mode. Bluetooth connectivity allows pairing this speaker with up to three devices simultaneously, while the built-in rechargeable battery lasts for up to 13 playback hours.
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from Worcester County, MA
This came at the perfect time, we had some nice weather and decided it was time to clean up the patio and start getting it ready to use. The speaker is easily transported. When the top is closed, it acts as handles to carry the speaker. When closed, the speaker acts like a regular one, with the sound only going straight forward. However, open the top, and the sound just expands so it goes everywhere. The top has 4 cup holders and a small table-like area so you can put down a bowl of munchies or a plate of something. We were out at the patio for over 6 hours and the battery never waivered. The sound was excellent and we connected via Bluetooth and had no trouble playing music. There is a USB port so if people need to charge cellphones, they are able to. There is also a microphone outlet so a karaoke party is possible.
This speaker is great for tailgaiting, picnics, the beach, well, anywhere you take a cooler, you can take this. It is also great for a party on your patio. I can tell you it made cleaning said patio so much more enjoyable.
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Augment your vehicle's Apple CarPlay, Android Auto or Bluetooth system with this two-port ROAV VIVA Pro smart car charger. Two built-in Amazon Alexa-supported microphones let you ask questions and driving directions, take hands-free calls and perform other smartphone-enabled tasks by voice. Tap the mute button of this Anker PowerIQ-driven ROAV VIVA Pro smart car charger to stop Alexa from listening.
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from Worcester County, MA
We got this just in time for a family vacation where we would be traveling around 10 hours each way. What a difference it made in our trip. It was very easy to add Roav-Viva to our Alexa apps so no matter who was in the car, at least one phone was able to connect through bluetooth. We had a choice of plugging our Garmin into the device or getting Google Maps through it. The second port is easily used if someone needs to charge a phone. Phones were now hands free and favorite playlists were easily accessed, no changing CDs or finding where on the phone that partiular song is, Alexa got it for us easily. We have Alexa in our home, my boss has it in our office and now I also have Alexa in the car so I can access her everywhere now. We will be getting another for our other car and I know this will be a favorite gift to give friends and family this year.
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Listen to customized audio with these black JLab Fit Sport wireless fitness earbuds. Signature, Balanced and Bass Boost modes let you set sound quality preferences, and the adjustable tip placement and flexible memory wire provide a secure, comfortable fit. Recharge these JLab Fit Sport wireless fitness earbuds via the included microUSB cable to enjoy up to six hours of playback.
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from Worcester County, MA
These to me are for people who go through a lot of earbuds but want something better than the cheap things you get at the discount store but don't want to break the bank by buying something very expensive as you know you won't have them long. These won't break the bank while at the same time, while the sound isn't the best, it is still decent quality. I had trouble with fitting them until I saw a video put out by the company on how to adjust they wires and since then they have fit just fine. They have tip options to be sure you get a comfortable fit. I've had no problems with battery life but then I'm also not running a marathon so the one to two hours I use them are fine.
I will probably buy them again after my child steals this pair after she's, once again, broken her own.
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The Brother Work Smart Series MFC-J895DW is the ideal print, copy, scan and fax solution for home, home office or small office needs. This wireless color inkjet all-in-one delivers reliable, high-quality output and enables wireless mobile device printing from your desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet. This easy-to-use wireless color inkjet all-in-one delivers affordable printing and has a 2.7" touch screen for effortless workflow navigation. The automatic document feeder, 150-sheet capacity paper tray and bypass tray handle a variety of sizes and specialty papers. Automatic duplex (2-sided) printing helps save paper while the compact design helps save desk space. Cloud connectivity lets you print from and scan to popular Cloud services directly from the printer. There's no network setup needed for Near Field Communications (NFC) one "touch to connect" mobile device printing and scanning. Includes a two-year limited warranty and free online, call, or live chat support for the life of the printer.Prints up to 12 ISO ppm* in black, up to 10 ISO ppm* in color
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from Worcester County, MA
I wanted a good, basic all-in-one printer now that I have a college student in the house as she was able to print what she needed at her high school. I needed it wireless and it needed to be able to be accessed from any device in the house. This completely fits that bill at a very reasonable price. There was no problem with the setup and copies come out crisp and clear. I found that the color printing is okay on normal with the colors a bit muted but if you want richer colors, you need to switch it to fine. It's a great printer for the kids to share so you don't have to wait for your things while their 10 page book report is printing. If you print a lot, the ink may get a bit pricey but for normal school and usual home use, it is a good deal.
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For families and small businesses who want classic Office apps and email installed on one Windows 10 PC or Mac for use at home or work. Classic 2019 versions of Office apps including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Plus, OneNote for Windows 10.
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from Worcester County, MA
If you are used to using an earlier version of Office, you may find some of the elements in the programs a bit disconcerting as they've either changed or been moved but the basics have stayed the same. In Word it is like when they move things at the grocery store - the big areas stay the same but the specialty areas get moved or rebranded. In Excel, nothing I use regularly has changed. As for Powerpoint, it is a program I'm using again after not having to use it for a while. I find it much easier to use than older versions and time-saving as well. It now takes me about an hour to do a 40 slide presentation that used to take me 3 to 4 hours. The big problem with Office is that you only get the big three - Word, Excel and Powerpoint. I really wish they would put out a version which also included Publisher which is much easier to use when designing business cards, flyers and posters for a business. As long as you only need those three and don't need to share files in the cloud, I wholeheartedly recommend Office 2019. If you need more, you may want to see what is more cost-effective for you depending on what elements you need to add, get this with the addition of the elements you need or get Office 365 with the yearly subscription. .
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Dive right in and do something amazing with your photos. Auto-generated photo and video slideshows and collages are created just for you and delivered upon launch. Get up and running quickly with the new home screen - see what's new since your last version, discover fun things to try, and get inspiring ideas, help, and tutorials. Effortlessly organize, edit, and create thanks to photo and video automation powered by Adobe Sensei AI technology. Try artistic techniques and effects with 73 step-by-step guided edits. Easily make movies in the redesigned Quick Edit mode. And share your favorite memories in everything from fun memes and animated GIFs to printed artwork and full-length movies.
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from Worcester County, MA
We have the Photoshop and Premier Elements 2018 and, for what we use it for, I'm not finding many differences between 2018 and 2019. Then again, we don't have a lot of pictures the way others do but when we do take them, we want them to be the best they can be as they get sent to family and friends and Photoshop 2019 does this. It works great with pictures I've needed to scan in for my job and cleans them up well. My teen loves Premiere Elements and said video editing is easier on this and she loves the extras for making memes. It really comes down to what you want to use it for and how current your software is. I am glad we got both elements rather than just getting one or the other as all the family finds a use for them.
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The Streamlabs water monitor gives you the peace of mind that your home is protected from water damage. It attaches easily to your existing plumbing, with no pipe cutting required, and uses ultrasonic technology to measure and detect changes in the flow of the water in your pipes. It's Wi-Fi enabled, so you can check on your home anytime, anywhere using the smartphone app. And real-time leak alerts will notify you if you need to take action. The Streamlabs water monitor is also part of your complete smart home, integrating with both Nest and Alexa systems.
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from Worcester County, MA
Fortunately I cannot review on the reason I got this unit, which it to monitor freezing pipes. That said, the first problem I encountered was where to place it. I figured since it cannot go outside, where they say to place it wouldn't work as it may as well be outside as I have a field stone foundation and that section of it is not insulated and it is as cold as outside and can get pretty damp as well. The second problem was the need for an outlet and I have none near my basement pipes. Third problem was WiFi connectivity. The first two problems were solved by deciding to place the unit where there was an outlet nearby and also would monitor the main pipe I worry about when it comes to my pipes freezing. The third got solved due to a new WiFi system that was installed. Once these problems were solved, I had no problem setting up the system and getting it working. It appears to work fine as it is telling me I have no leaks but what I really want won't happen until the temperatures go down into the teens and below. There are a couple of things I wish for with this unit. First, it would be nice if the program could be accessed on a laptop and not just on my smartphone. I also wish there was an easy way to track historic usage other than having to do it manually on a daily basis. So far, it is not compatible with any of my smart home products.
This is a product that I would recommend to some but perhaps not others. If someone wanted to monitor for a burst pipe or leaks, very basic things, yep, no problems with that. If someone wanted something to monitor water usage, I'm not sure this would be all that useful.
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Velop with Intelligent Mesh™ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
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from Worcester County, MA
I got this system because while the WiFi extender I have does great for getting WiFi out to our patio, we still have several dead spots in two of our upstairs rooms, including my 19 year old's room. Personally, I got tired of the constant moaning about it. So when the system came in, I handed it to the 19 year old and told them to knock themselves out setting it up. She had no problems doing that, took no time at all it seems. She's thrilled, I think she covered every inch of her room to make sure there were no dead spots and then did it again with the spare bedroom as she wanted to make sure her friends didn't have a dead spot when they slept over. We set it up as a progression, the middle of the house has the base while the other two are upstairs at either end of the house. What we did find was that it doesn't extend to cover our complete patio, though there is still some reception there, then again, the patio is over 30 feet so that would make sense. Overall, I would recommend this system to someone who wants to make sure their WiFi makes it into every inch of their house.
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Ninja Foodi's TenderCrisp pressure cooker allows you to achieve all the quick cooking and tenderizing wonders that you love about pressure cookers. The Foodi's Crisping Lid allows you to air fry, bake/roast, and broil. That means you can give your tender, juicy pressure-cooked meals a golden, crispy finish. The secret is TenderCrisp Technology, which produces the perfect combination of heat, fan velocity, and air circulation to give your food even crisping from top to bottom.
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from Worcester County, MA
My counter used to be crowded with an electric pressure cooker, an air fryer and my 6 quart slow cooker. I now have more space as all three have been replaced by the Foodi. I use my slow cooker the most and while I could use the electric pressure cooker for that, I never like how it came out and it never seemed big enough. The Foodi not only is 6 1/2 quarts but it also has a non-stick liner so it is easy to clean, just like my slow cooker. The tendercrisp feature makes it easy to brown what I've cooked without having to transfer it to another dish in order to brown it in the oven. It makes clean-up so much easier.
The Foodi is bigger than my electric pressure cooker but smaller than that and the air fryer combined. It is heavy so not easy to move around. It is not something to use when you want to take a dish to a potluck. A big downside is that the tendercrisp lid cannot be detached so when you are using the pressure cooker it has to stand up in place so you need to have enough height clearance for that so, unless you have very high cabinets, it needs to be used on an open counter. It would be nice if there was a way to make it so that the tendercrisp lid could be plugged into the machine rather than attached as it is.
It is very easy to use, uncomplicated, and a great feature, I think, is that when using the air fryer, you can open the lid, which stops when you open it, turn things or stir them up a bit, like fries, then put the lid back down and the timer starts right up, no need to reprogram.
Overall, I'm very happy with the Foodi, so's some family friends who covet my air fryer and are hoping I'll give it away now.
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The Back-UPS battery backup offers guaranteed power and surge protection for wireless networks, computers, gaming consoles and other electronics in your home or business. Models supply battery backup during outages and unsafe voltage fluctuations, as well as provide protection from damaging surges and spikes. They're available in 'tower' or 'floor' styles, and together with a variety of standard features, they are the perfect choice to protect your data and keep you connected
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We don't get major power outages much where I live (watch, now we'll get a ton this winter). What we do get a lot of, especially due to squirrels, is flickering outages, you know those one second outages that make the lights flicker and is just enough to shut down your modem? This is what I got it for and so far, it is working great for that. During our storm two days ago, while the lights kept flickering, there was no break in internet usage as the modem didn't go down at all. That ticked the box for me. An added bonus, at least in my eyes, is that the outlets are set so the size of the plug doesn't matter, it is not covered by one that takes the space of two of them so I don't have to puzzle out how to place things so more than two items fit the strip. I'm very pleased with the job it is doing.
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The Ninja Foodi Dual Heat Air Fry Oven gives you versatility in the kitchen with 11-in-1 functionality from Air Fry and Sear Crisp to Rapid Bake and Toast. With Dual Heat Technology, unlock up to 500°F cyclonic air and a directly heated SearPlate, which allow for fast cooking and restaurant-worthy results. Cook up your favorites and then flip the oven up and away to reclaim your counter space.
How much clearance is needed between the counter top and the cabinets for upright storage?
I'd say about 22 inches,
2 years, 6 months ago
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The Ninja Foodi Dual Heat Air Fry Oven gives you versatility in the kitchen with 11-in-1 functionality from Air Fry and Sear Crisp to Rapid Bake and Toast. With Dual Heat Technology, unlock up to 500°F cyclonic air and a directly heated SearPlate, which allow for fast cooking and restaurant-worthy results. Cook up your favorites and then flip the oven up and away to reclaim your counter space.
Is it 110 volts or 220 volts?
The Shark Steam & Scrub scrubbing and sanitizing* steam mop gently scrubs and sanitizes* all at once. The combination of steam and rotating pads delivers up to 2x better stuck-on stain removal vs. traditional steam mops** on sealed hard floors. This deeper cleaning removes dust, residue, grease, and bacteria while providing chemical-free sanitization*.
It can also be use in wood floor?
Yes, it works on my wood floors. I love it.
2 years, 9 months ago
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Tech for real life. This 42mm Gen 5E touchscreen smartwatch features a blush silicone strap, speaker functionality, 4GB storage capacity and three smart battery modes to extend battery life for multiple days. Smartwatches powered with Wear OS by Google are compatible with iPhone® and Android™ phones. Wear OS by Google and other related marks are trademarks of Google LLC. Supported features may vary between platforms. To avoid damage to your watch, only use with included charger. Do not use a USB hub, USB splitter, USB y-cable, battery pack or other peripheral device to charge. Product should be kept more than 20cm away from implanted medical devices to minimize potential for RF interference. See product insert for full details.
Can the strap be changed/replaced?
I believe so. It looks like just a standard watchband. I usually have to as I have a big wrist but this fit on my wrist so you may not need to. The pink of the woman's watch is pale so it blends with the skin tone.
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Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
besides batteries does it come with an adapter?
No.
4 years ago
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Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
Does the volume control on this device also control the volume of the Bluetooth device it’s connected to?
I used this with speakers where I controlled the volume. It was the volume on this that determined how loud the music sounded.
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Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
Does this CD player have a built in speaker to use without earbuds.
No.
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For families and small businesses who want classic Office apps and email installed on one Windows 10 PC or Mac for use at home or work. Classic 2019 versions of Office apps including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Plus, OneNote for Windows 10.
How many devices can I install Office Home & Business on?
Only 1 device. If you need it on more or for a family, I'd suggest looking into Office 365 which allows up to 6 devices but which also has a yearly subscription.
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Microsoft - Office 365 Home (Up to 6 People) (12-Month Subscription-Auto Renew) - Windows
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Automatically go from hundreds of mystery folders to a visual view in the photo and video Organizer. See your best photos thanks to auto-curation. Effortlessly extract candid photos from your raw footage. Make photos and videos look amazing with automated photo editing and video creation options. And create and share beautiful printed artwork, new dynamic slideshows, photo and video collages, animated GIFs*, and full-length movies. Being creative is even easier with the Elements bundle.
Does Adobe Photoshop 2018 work with Windows 7?
According to the specs - yes.
6 years, 5 months ago
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Automatically go from hundreds of mystery folders to a visual view in the photo and video Organizer. See your best photos thanks to auto-curation. Effortlessly extract candid photos from your raw footage. Make photos and videos look amazing with automated photo editing and video creation options. And create and share beautiful printed artwork, new dynamic slideshows, photo and video collages, animated GIFs*, and full-length movies. Being creative is even easier with the Elements bundle.
Can I install this on 2 of my computers or is it licensed for only one install?
My understanding is that you can install this on a primary and secondary computer - such as a a laptop and desktop when you use both. However, the program cannot be run on both devices at the same time.
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