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Explore the art of espresso made right, effortlessly, with the refined features of La Specialista Arte Evo from De'Longhi. Created for the hands-on home barista, this compact and stylishly designed espresso machine empowers you to craft custom espresso drinks with ease and precision. From start to finish, unlock all the aromatic flavors of the beans for results that perfectly match your palette. Full control is at your fingertips with exclusive features including a conical burr grinder with 8 precise settings developed to expertly grind all bean varieties in a single or double dose, and now cold brew. De’Longhi’s proprietary Cold Extraction Technology now allows you to enjoy cold brew in under 5 minutes. This innovative technology, developed in collaboration with the Specialty Coffee Association, utilizes precisely measured water flow and pressure rates, along with specific extraction temperatures, to create a delicious cold brew coffee in less than five minutes. The La Specialista Arte Evo comes equipped with a barista kit, including a tamper, dosing funnel, and more, to prepare your fresh grounds in either a single or double dose with a simple, mess-free experience. The Active Temperature Control allows you to select one of 3 temperature settings to match water infusion temperature to beans for optimal extraction. Finally, the powerful, commercial-style wand heats up quickly, delivers the right steam pressure needed to create consistently smooth micro-foam for latte art. Save time with four beverage presets—espresso, Americano, cold brew, and hot water. With La Specialista Arte Evo, an authentic, hand-crafted coffee experience is within your reach. Indulge in the creativity of coffee-making as you get the best out of every bean and enjoy experimenting with latte art as a home barista.
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5
Excellent Espresso, Americano and Cold Brew
on April 7, 2024
Posted by: Lorax
The De’Longhi La Specialista is a highly flexible and impressive machine. One of the most important components of making excellent coffee at home is to have a high-quality adjustable grinder and to grind the coffee immediately before brewing. This unit. has an attractive design, which integrates the grinder and the brew unit into a single machine. This greatly decreases cost and saves counterspace compared to two separate machines – a grinder and an espresso, capable pressure based brew unit. large bags of high-quality Cole bean coffee, have a significantly lower cost, then using a capsule unit. There is also less waste with no plastic capsule
Grinding and tamping is certainly more complex than inserting, a capsule and pushing buttons; however, This unit is successful at simplifying the process of not only making a good espresso, but also making a café Americano by after brewing, an espresso, adding hot water, and also with a setting for cold brew, which slowly infuses small amounts of water into the port of filter to simulate a cold brew process. If you have someone in your house who likes American Style coffee café Americano with freshly ground beans.
Earlier designs of The style machine could be messy with some ground coffee spill onto the unit or adjacent countertop as you compressed the coffee prior to brewing. This unit has a clever solution with a metal guide, which attaches to the port of filter and a silicone base which holds it while you tamp or compress the coffee through the metal guide and then remove the metal guide therefore, spilling little or no coffee in the process. The instructions are excellent, and the accessories are well designed and appears sturdy. Stop buying overpriced coffee at inconvenient coffee, houses and customize your brewing to your individual preferences.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The new GIGABYTE G6 establishes a groundbreaking standard through its seamless integration of AI and premium-grade hardware. Featuring a 13th Gen Intel Core processor and AI-accelerated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptop GPUs, this laptop sets the benchmark for unparalleled gaming prowess. Immerse yourself in unmatched efficiency and durability.
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5
Good Value - mid range gaming laptop
on February 29, 2024
Posted by: Lorax
For the price in my opinion, this is a good value either mid range or upper low range gaming laptop. At reasonable price points gaming laptops always force the buyer to choose certain priorities. My personal use of a laptop is more general use and less gaming use.
First, I will discuss the strength of this unit. The build quality is very good. The processor is generation 13 and is excellent with balanced approach to power usage and cooling. The screen has 1200 pixels vertically which gives you better non-gaming business and Webb performance and less scrolling. For me this aspect ratio is superior than the classic 16 x 9 ratio for non-gaming. There are also certain games where it is preferable to have the additional vertical pixels compared to a standard full high definition 1080 resolution. The RTX 4060 is a balanced and lower power usage mid range laptop GPU. At the native resolutions of the screen all of my preferred games run at adequate refresh rates. As with all gaming laptops, both fans will be running at high speed if you run in performance mode. I was able to continue gaming in quiet mode but with reduced 50 to 100 frames per second speed. So basically you can play nearly any game as long as you stay within the moderate resolution. Wi-Fi 6E is included and this works flawlessly.
Some of the limitations compared to high-end laptops from various vendors include , screen quality is very good but not as excellent as some of the higher end units. Keyboard call quality is very good. The gigabyte gaming software is adequate but a bit less flexible and sophisticated than others I have used. There is no thunderbolt port, and no charging via USB PD. Sound is Dobie Atmos, but nothing special. Ports are well placed and I would expect reliability to be excellent from my 20 or so. Your experience with this brand. Overall to me, the design trade-offs are good and the value is excellent.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make sure that your accessories can keep up with your busy lifestyle. The Insignia NS-AWB45BNYB Braided Nylon Band for Apple Watch 42mm, 44mm, 45mm and Apple Watch Ultra 49mm (All Series) delivers the unmatched comfort of soft, braided nylon. It adjusts by way of a stretchy 1-piece construction with clasp, ensuring a comfortable fit regardless of your wrist size. A simple loop closure keeps your watch snugly on your wrist. Take on the challenges of everyday life by upgrading your watch band today.
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5
Nice nylon replacement band - good value
on December 19, 2023
Posted by: Lorax
I received this Band as a replacement for my stock Apple Watch Ultra trail band. The color of the metal attachment site is slightly darker than my titanium. Apple Watch Ultra, but would likely look even better on a black watch face. The band itself has an excellent build quality. Stretch excellent and it is easy to put on and will not shift if you It tighter, which can be done with one hand, and without taking off the band, as it is similar to a loop band that I had with an older Apple Watch.
The color is a flat fairly deep black, which is darker than the gray trail band that it replaced. The Band is also a bit less wide than the trail band giving the face a somewhat relative larger appearance. The nylon is thick and high-quality.
The color is a flat fairly deep black, which is darker than the gray trail band that it replaced. The Band is also a bit less wide than the trail band giving the face a somewhat relative larger appearance. The nylon is thick and high-quality.
The Band attachment site is high-quality and it is quite easy to exchange with a factory Apple Watch band. Nylon tends to cause less skin irritation than polyester and some other fabrics so it is always nice to see a high-quality nylon band. Insignia quality in my experience over the last several years has significantly improved, and , I do not hesitate to purchase if they have the correct product.
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The Roomba Combo j9+ robot is the ultimate in vacuuming and mopping with 100% more powerful suction* and an Auto-Retract Mopping System that lifts its mop pad up onto the robot to keep carpets fresh and dry. Dirt Detective, powered by iRobot OS, will automatically clean the dirtiest rooms first. While the new Clean Base Auto-Fill Dock delivers up to 60 days of debris-emptying and 30 days of refilling water or solution for totally independent cleaning. All in a premium design that you won't want to hide away.
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3
Buggy Software limits quality hardware
on November 26, 2023
Posted by: Lorax
This is my third generation, robotic, vacuum cleaner, and while the hardware has improved, the software is quite limited and buggy. The set up of the unit is quite easy although one page of instructions was missing from the box. Once set up, I did have some trouble connecting, despite, excellent local Wi-Fi signal. I attempted to map the house, but it was incomplete. I moved the base and deleted the map and started again. Despite running the mapping software, multiple times, I would get intermittent errors telling me to restart the unit. This could not be done remotely, even though it was fully charged and connected. Eventually, I was able to get a fairly good map after two days of trying, and multiple runs. The application attempts to divide your house and name rooms. There is an editing tool, which crashed the application multiple times on my fully updated iPhone. The software is overall disappointing.
The function mopping and vacuum is quite good for a robotic vacuum. The beating mechanism appears to be silicone and did not have any problems with fiber obstructing the rotating mechanism. The mopping pad is small, but attaches to an arm arm, which extends out only when needed. Robot has a small tank which is refilled from a larger tank in the base unit. I am hopeful that future software updates will improve the function. In my experience due to the complexity, these units require a good bit of effort to function well for your needs. Hopefully, as the bugs are worked out, this will become a low maintenance robotic vacuum.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Discover next-level home security with the eufy Video Doorbell E340. Enjoy door-to-floor full color views with dual 2K HD cameras and with the industry-first dual-light system, it activates upon detecting motion eliminating blind spots, day and night. It provides 8GB of local storage (about 60 days worth of recordings) with advanced encryption to keep your data secure. Say goodbye to monthly cloud storage fees and save an estimated $47.88 per year! Stay connected with the eufy App or an optional door chime that alerts you when visitors arrive and can expand storage up to 128GB with a microSD card (not included). Installation is a breeze as the hybrid-powered doorbell works with existing doorbell wiring or can run on battery power for up to 6 months on a single charge. Plus, it is IP65 weatherproof rating, so it keeps working come rain, snow or shine.
Customer Rating
4
Dual camera is great but somewhat disappointing
on October 29, 2023
Posted by: Lorax
I have experience with several different Eufy cameras, including an earlier doorbell models and believe they are an excellent addition to the security of your home. Earlier cameras have helped to demonstrate to local police property intruders as well as providing a clear photo of a known burglary suspect who turned away after seeing the camera and was later found to have others stolen goods at his girlfriend’s house.
The earlier dual camera model I purchased was an S330 and this unit is very similar. It is slightly lighter and thinner but continues to be larger and less attractive than a small ornamental electric doorbell.
The earlier dual camera model I purchased was an S330 and this unit is very similar. It is slightly lighter and thinner but continues to be larger and less attractive than a small ornamental electric doorbell.
The pairing and network attachment was quite easy and involves a clever QR code to register the unit with the app and a QR screen code which transfers your Wi-Fi password to the unit via one of the included cameras. The main camera has a large field of view, and will show the torso and face of someone approaching, and the second camera pointing inferiority basically showing your doormat and can visualized most packages and sometimes even read large text on the packages after they have been left at a doorstep. There is built in an Eye, which. the split camera very conveniently aims in fairly and can visualized most packages and sometimes even read large text. There is built in AI which is correct perhaps 80% of the time and will recognize a package being left or picked up or a human. This unit can be attached to your DC existing wiring for a doorbell and ring an inside ringer or can be used exclusively through the app. Know that even if you do have available wires, the angle and placement may not be ideal to visualize both the approaching person and the doormat packages.
I have noticed two differences with this unit compared my existing S330 model - the fringe Wi-Fi reception and transmission appears inferior on the new model, and the video quality is slightly less on the new model. I am not sure if this will be affected by a future firmware update, but I did update the firmware as of the end of October 2023. The app is very good and as you are not forced to a cloud storage plan, these cameras can be less expensive than some competitors over the long run. Note that if your information is stored locally either on the camera or on an additional purchase homebase there is always slightly less responsiveness when pulling up a desired video as the apps must pull the data.
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The DUEX Max DS is Mobile Pixels' most upgraded, portable dual-screen laptop accessory that makes multitasking effortless. It is ideal for 14" and larger laptops. The iconic portable, external monitors complement mobile work, entertainment on the go, and everything in between.
Customer Rating
3
Disappointing build quality
on October 29, 2023
Posted by: Lorax
I do some of my work on the road and have tried various attachment and standalone Mobile monitors over the last several years. This unit attaches to your laptop monitor back with four round magnets, which would stay on the back of your laptop built-in screen even when the unit is not in use. When I am not in a remote location, I prefer to remove the portable laptop monitor as it alters the weight of the built-in screen and puts at least some stress on the hinges of the laptop. Typically I am plugged into a docking station if at my main work location And my desktop monitors are fairly high-quality professional monitors. The image quality is fair to good but not better than you would get on a quite an expensive desktop monitor. I wish the vertical resolution was 1200. The brightness rating is 300 but the highest I was able to test was about 257. It is not uncommon for peak brightness to be somewhat high in uncalibrated panels. The monitor was able to calibrate with a less than 3% variance at certain color levels.
If your laptop has a USB-C port, it must have display port function built-in to use the single cable (power and video signal). If you do not have a single cable and additional cable is included which connects to a laptop, HDMI, port, and a mini HDMI port on the side of the portable monitor. Has this configuration does not provide power you must use the Included USB a or USB-C cord to power the monitor.
If your laptop has a USB-C port, it must have display port function built-in to use the single cable (power and video signal). If you do not have a single cable and additional cable is included which connects to a laptop, HDMI, port, and a mini HDMI port on the side of the portable monitor. Has this configuration does not provide power you must use the Included USB a or USB-C cord to power the monitor.
Some modern laptop screens have a curved back surface and even if slight this can distort attaching portable monitor holder. The magnetic circles on the back of your monitor connect to oval elongated plates on the frame of the portable monitor, and then the actual monitor slides out to the right or left. When removing the portable monitor, one of the oval metal contacts on the frame, detached from the frame itself. In my opinion, the build quality could be improved by having these metal plates, be integrated or somewhat attached to the plastic rather than merely glued to the frame. In my experience, it is much better to have a portable monitor that attaches to your frame as if you are in a small desk or airport or using your lap to hold your laptop. There’s also provide support for the portable monitor. The freestanding, portable monitors that do not attach to the actual laptop in a firm fashion can be quite awkward unless you have a large desk available to you.
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A definitive living room audio center that enables seamless enjoyment of video, audio, and music, the Technics SU-GX70 is a heavily featured streaming amplifier that combines the sonic genes of Technics Grand Class components with a wealth of source functions. Abundant input options let you choose how you want to listen to your favorite movies, music and more, whether you’re connecting directly to the source with multiple connection options, or streaming wirelessly in high resolution playback. The premium design makes the SU-GX70 a welcome addition to any home cinema or audio set-up.
Customer Rating
5
Audiophile quality stereo from many sources!
on October 18, 2023
Posted by: Lorax
I am rarely a fan of marketing slogans; however, Technics slogan, rediscover music is quite appropriate for this amplifier. This is a high-quality two channel amplifier, which is designed to provide the best possible sound from many different sources, including video sources over to speakers. It has a high quality, moving coil photo input as well as Several streaming services, including Spotify and Tidal.
I replaced my 3.1 channel secondary home theater amplifier, which was a mid range brand designed for multiple video inputs and switching as well as up to eight speakers. This unit is all about the audio and merely strips the audio digital input from the ARC HDMI output of your television to create the best possible sound in any situation.
I tested with Apple classical, Spotify rock, jazz, reggae, rap, as well as bluegrass and performance was excellent. I also did direct comparisons of difficult to understand audio such as some older Britbox shows which can be difficult to understand without higher volumes. Even though a center channel speaker was not utilized. The speech was more clear and overall sound excellent. They were also no sync issue.
I replaced my 3.1 channel secondary home theater amplifier, which was a mid range brand designed for multiple video inputs and switching as well as up to eight speakers. This unit is all about the audio and merely strips the audio digital input from the ARC HDMI output of your television to create the best possible sound in any situation.
I tested with Apple classical, Spotify rock, jazz, reggae, rap, as well as bluegrass and performance was excellent. I also did direct comparisons of difficult to understand audio such as some older Britbox shows which can be difficult to understand without higher volumes. Even though a center channel speaker was not utilized. The speech was more clear and overall sound excellent. They were also no sync issue.
I am excited, not only to have better quality and more clear video audio but to relisten to my streaming, digital and vinyl music collections. It seems the products I have owned have over the last 20 years emphasized explosion, movies, and under emphasized, important music and voice quality. The unit is also smaller than most A/V amplifiers and it’s exactly the same size as my older NAD unit and comes in two colors. The build quality is excellent.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed for home use, the Canon PIXMA TS7720 All-in-One inkjet printer delivers high-quality printing and outstanding wireless connectivity in a compact size. The PIXMA TS7720 is easy to set up and maintain and offers great media versatility to print on a variety of media types and sizes, including photo paper, envelopes, borderless photos, banners and more. Use Poster Artist Online⁵ to create professional-posters, banners and signage. Print both documents and photos on a variety of paper types using a hybrid ink system with pigment black for sharp black text and dye-based colors for vivid photos up to 8.5” x 11”. Produce crisp, colorful documents and photos quickly and cost-effectively with fast print speeds and high-quality 2 cartridge FINE Hybrid ink system. Keep printing with a plain paper capacity of up to 100 sheets in the standard cassette, and 100 sheets in the rear tray. Easily connect and print through high-speed USB or wirelessly¹ from computers or mobile devices. This comes with a 1-year limited warranty* and is backed by Canon's Service and Support network.
Customer Rating
4
Excellent print quality with intermediate cost
on October 18, 2023
Posted by: Lorax
Printer set up was easy. There were no driver issues. The unit is smaller and more attractive than my prior canon printers. The print quality is excellent and copies are quick and excellent. There is a touchscreen which allows you to customize in an intelligent way multiple copy modes as well as scan to your computer. There is no document feeder on the scanner, but there are two paper sources, including one included in the back.
The design on the front panel is excellent. It angles to better visibility and there is a light underneath it to help you see the output tray. There are two print cartridges and compared to tech style printers. Your cost will be higher. There is, however, an automatic refill option with different usage levels, which would likely save you money versus buying two cartridges. The cartridges were not yet available at Best Buy at the time of this review. They were only available directly from Canon.
Given the flexible auto mailing of cartridges plans or even the 30 cent pay buy sheet option, I would say that this is overall an intermediate cost per page higher than tank printers but lower than older five cartridge style canon printers. I believe you have to decide what is more important quality or cost.
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Your guide for everyday wellbeing, Theragun Sense features relaxing massage therapy scientifically proven to relieve aches and pains, ease soreness, reduce stress and help you sleep better. Take the guesswork out of your treatments with an LCD screen that acts as your personal guide, displaying easy to follow step-by-step massage and breathwork routines directly on the device. Choose from 5 preloaded routines, or personalize them to fit your needs by swapping and saving your favorite routines from the Therabody app. Plus, build daily stress-relieving habits with an immersive breathwork experience in the Therabody app featuring 3 visually-guided breathwork routines, relaxing TheraMind sound therapy and haptic vibration cues directly on the device. Whisper-quiet, lightweight and equipped with our patented triangle grip so you can easily reach anywhere on your body, Theragun Sense makes it easy to create an effective, personalized wellness routine.
Customer Rating
5
Heartbeat and breathing haptics great addition
on October 8, 2023
Posted by: Lorax
I am really impressed with this Thera body unit. I have purchased other massages, including a similar percussive massage units. The build quality field and function of this unit are far superior to the others. I have tried. The unit has an excellent proprietary handle and comes with For specific attachments as well as a USB-C charger with an included USB a conversion, making it easy to charge. The instructions are excellent with a diagrams on reinforced cards. There is a small screen and joystick type control mechanism which works very well.
The addition of this sense unit is haptic feedback (vibration type motion, much more forceful than one word of experience with a smart phone). The application is excellent and provide specific grouped recovery solutions, including with the sensor unit, breathing and heartbeat exercises, which all work well, and are clearly defined with guidance in the app. The battery life seems good and the power of the unit is quite impressive and better than previous units I have tried from other vendors. The product is overall excellent and well designed and nearly all would benefit from its use including office, workers, and weekend warriors.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing Ultimate Ears EPICBOOM, a portable Bluetooth speaker with bassy 360° immersive sound and adaptive or preset EQ for epic sound anywhere. Enjoy two easy ways to boost any party—use PartyUp mode to sync your speaker with your friends’ for louder sound, or hit the Outdoor Boost for better sound in the great outdoors.
Customer Rating
5
Wow - best portable speaker!
on September 19, 2023
Posted by: Lorax
I have listened to many different Bluetooth speakers, including expensive, main stream and inexpensive models. I also own a BOOM three and a wonder boom three. In my experience and opinion, the ultimate ears speakers are the best in every category and this new epic boom speaker is simply the best, portable Bluetooth speaker I have heard. I tested with Beethoven, jazz, Italian trap, reggae, blues, rock, as well as TobyMac and Phil Wickham all performed well with clear mid range and balanced bass.
The speaker is about the same height as the mega boom, but is significantly wider and heavier. The design is fantastic, including the large colored plus and minus volume buttons on the front. The top buttons are slightly recessed so that they are not touched by accident. The unit has a nice quality nylon strap with a magnet, which keeps it flush against the back of the speaker out of you unless you actively separate it and put your fingers into the strap. The base is more solid, appearing, and there is a water protected, USB charger port. If you are charging level LEDs appear on the front. It worked with several PD chargers often at 20v and 0.5 A.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make a smart solution to upgrade your home security to IndoorCam Mini. Never second-guess what you see in clear 2K resolution, and give yourself control with pan and tilt functions to monitor your home’s most vital areas. IndoorCam Mini features On-Device AI Human Detection, a technology that identifies humans in the frame and only sends you the notifications that matter. After returning home, you can turn on Home Privacy Mode, which turns off the camera and rotates it to your preferred privacy angle. Best of all, there’s no monthly fee after your purchase.
Until now, streaming devices forced you to use each of your apps individually – creating browsing headaches and disconnected watch lists. TiVo Stream 4K is the first to help you find what you want to watch–across your favorite apps–without needing to switch between platforms and navigate different screens. Recommendations from your apps are combined, giving you all your options in one place. And with direct integration with Sling , your live entertainment has a home alongside your streaming shows and movies. From beginning to end, from binge to browse, TiVo Stream 4K delivers an amazing Android TV streaming media player experience. A voice control remote with the power of Google Assistant lets you find movies, check scores, dim the lights and so much more, all with your voice. With Chromecast built-in, you can easily cast movies, music, and more to your TV from your mobile devices. Google Play integration gives you access to a world of movies, shows, games, and over 5,000 apps. Plus, with 4K UHD, Dolby Vision HDR, and Dolby Atmos compatibility, you can enjoy cinematic-quality viewing from the comfort of your couch. The company that invented the DVR just simplified streaming. Less scrolling, more watching. Availability of streaming content from third-party sources is subject to change and certain third-party fees may apply. Streaming apps may not be available in all regions. Broadband internet connection is required to access and receive streaming and live TV content.
G915 is a new class of wireless mechanical gaming keyboard with 3 selections of low-profile GL switches and pro-grade 1 ms LIGHTSPEED wireless. Capable of delivering 30 hours of non-stop gaming on a full charge. Fully customizable per-key, LIGHTSYNC RGB technology also reacts to in-game action, audio and screen color as you choose. With a sleek, impossibly thin yet durable and sturdy design, G915 brings gamers to a higher dimension of play. Programmable G-keys let you create and execute complex actions simply and intuitively and the volume wheel and media keys give you fast, easy control over video, audio, and streaming.
How on earth do you game with a keyboard that wide? I think it would be painful after awhile to have your arms spread that wide for one hand to be on the keyboard and your other arm way out to the right to be using the mouse. Am I missing something?
Asus ZenWatch Smartwatch: Stay informed on the go with this sleek smartwatch that allows you to receive messages, check the weather forecast, keep track of personal fitness goals and more. The curved glass lens and leather wristband provide style and all-day comfort.
How far can ZenWatch be away from phone?
I don't carry my phone all the time. How far can ZenWatch be away from phone and still work? Let's say in a big open conference room.