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Introducing Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac – an iconic mouse remastered for Mac. Now with Quiet Clicks and 8K DPI any-surface tracking for more feel and performance in your Mac computer set-up. Get creative with a complimentary 1-month Creative Cloud subscription with your purchase of MX Master 3S for Mac, and create, make, and do like never before.
Customer Rating
5
Still the best mouse on the market.
on September 22, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
The Logitech MX Master series of mice is, in my opinion, host to some of the best productivity mice ever designed. They're comfortable, feature rich, durable, and work on just about any surface you might come across. The newest mac focused version carries on this tradition, opting to refine what works rather than reinvent the wheel.
My first impression on getting the mouse out of the box were positive. Unlike a lot of Logitech's more gaming focused offerings this mouse puts a high priority on battery life, and it's reflected in the heavy (though not uncomfortable) feel in the hand. The shape is only subtly refined from the previous versions of the MX master, which were essentially identical to one another. They've lengthened and narrowed the body somewhat, which I'll admit I found to be slightly less comfortable to hold than the old form factor but my girlfriend (who has smaller hands than me) rather liked. You also get two machined metal wheels, one operated by your thumb and the other by the middle finger. The vertical wheel has an updated version of their smooth scroll tech which lets it dynamically switch between providing detents or just a smooth wheel depending on how fast you flick the wheel. While this seems like a very small detail I've found it invaluable for scrolling through code, documents, or web pages quickly. The rest of the buttons are springy and remarkably silent. While I wouldn't generally call Logitech mice loud they very much feel like it when compared to this one, which seems to talk exclusively in polite whispers. The only thing I found somewhat disappointing is the decision not to include a USB receiver like you get in the PC branded version, which in my experience generally offers more reliable performance than Bluetooth. Granted this isn't something that would work with a lot of modern macs, but it seems like it would be nice to have regardless.
The Bluetooth pairing process is straightforward, and if that's all you want to do you can be ready to go in just a few seconds. Power users however will likely want to take the time to install the Logi Options+ utility, which allows for more detailed customization and unlocks a lot of the mouse's more flashy features including the ability to seamlessly move between multiple paired devices on the same network, per application control mapping, and adjusting the sensitivity on the optical sensor. Having dedicated buttons for undo/redo and using the side wheel to adjust the brush size in photoshop seems like it could have a huge impact on my overall workflow, though admittedly I suspect it will take me a while to retrain myself to reliably use them. And, in case anyone was wondering, it works just as well on PC.
The only thing that left me somewhat confused is what exactly makes this a "Mac" mouse as opposed to just a standard MX Master 3S (which, it should be pointed out, also works with mac and has access to the same utilities.) From where I sit it kind of looks like they just decided to slap a new slip cover on the box rather than changing the design. That said I'm also not entirely sure that's a bad thing when the base product is already this good. As such even with the somewhat confusing branding, I have no issues recommending it to anyone looking for a high quality Bluetooth mouse, regardless of your platform of choice.
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Instead of filling up your house (and the planet) with an extra charger for each new device you buy, Anker 735 charger has the power you need to charge the majority of your personal devices with just a single charger.
Customer Rating
4
Capable charger with lots of options
on September 1, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
Anker has been my go to brand for chargers and cables for a while now, and I'd been eying their multi-port offerings for a few months so that I wouldn't have to constantly be juggling cables between two phones and my work laptop while working on the couch. This charger checks almost all the boxes of what I was looking for... but sadly it does have some caveats.
The charger comes with no cables and a brief instruction booklet showing which ports can support what output. The USB-C ports are labeled with a laptop and a phone, but in practice it seems they are completely interchangeable. Power output is good (though it does drop off fairly quickly if you have multiple devices charging at once) and was enough to keep both my low wattage work laptop and my phone going at once. It also doesn't get very hot when running at the full 65w, which is greatly appreciated.
Unfortunately this is marred by one small detail: the size. The charger is just too tall to cleanly fit into the surge protector I have hooked up next to my couch. I'm basically losing the use of a second outlet entirely, which cuts into the utility provided by the multiple ports. If they'd just rotated the plug 90 degrees it would fit perfectly, so I really don't know why they did this. It's also very easy to knock out of the socket, as the hinged plug can end up acting as a lever if you pull on it the right way. It's by no means a deal breaker from my perspective, but Anker could improve this thing so much just by rotating the plug 90 degrees and adding a sturdier detent to keep the plug locked in place.
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The G715 Logitech Wireless Gaming Keyboard from the Aurora Collection delivers low-key style with high-key performance so you can express yourself and play your way. Float away with its dreamy white design and comfy, cloud-shaped keyboard palm rest. With a tenkeyless layout and adjustable height, this is an ideal compact mechanical keyboard for gaming that gives you that good game feeling, all-day long. Pack it up, place it anywhere, and play your best with G715’s rechargeable 30 gaming-hr battery life (with full lighting), Logitech LIGHTSPEED wireless, and Bluetooth connectivity. Use the USB-C to USB-A cable (included) for quick and streamlined recharging. Logitech LIGHTSYNC brings your gaming to life with four responsive Play Moods that reflect your state of play in 16.8M programmable RGB colors. Get your creative juices flowing, show off your style, and even create your custom animation effects on your wireless TKL keyboard with free G HUB software.
Customer Rating
5
Finally a high end mechanical that comes in white!
on September 1, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
Up until relatively recently, "whimsy" is not something that I generally associated with Logitech peripherals. The Aurora collection seems determined to change that. The white styling, cloud shaped wrist rest, and default pastel lighting palette bears none of the brushed industrial aesthetic that I typically associate with the brand, but nonetheless brings all their experience to bear.
The first thing I always look at with a mechanical keyboard is overall build quality. And here Logitech earns top marks. The metal top plate is suitably weighty and satisfyingly solid, with no detectable deck flex. The keycaps are all proper double-shot castings rather than relying on paint to produce the legend, so even if you were to type on it with gloves made of sandpaper it wouldn't be enough to wear down the lettering. And their proprietary GX switches are a huge step up over their older Romer Gs, which always felt a little mushy when I used them. The new design is solid, pleasantly tactile, and no louder than the MX browns they're based on. They even use MX compatible keycap stems, so there's plenty of options for customization to be had.
And I definitely feel like you are encouraged to customize it as well. While I wasn't able to try them for myself the fact that Logitech has an option to customize the color of the keyboard via a detachable top plate and full sets of custom keycaps is a nice feature to have, if admittedly a little pricey. Fortunately, there's always the lighting. There are not very many wireless mechanical keyboards on the market that can boast full featured addressable RGB lighting, but this one can. Colors are very good, and there are plenty of options for effects (personally I went with a soft blue rain, to match the cloud motif.) Connectivity can be provided via Bluetooth, an included RF receiver (which does come with a little socket to store it in, thank you very much Logitech engineers,) or USB-C.
There are a couple downsides worth considering. For one, the inclusion of RGB does cut into battery life. Significantly. It's not going to require multiple charges a day, but I think most will probably find themselves having to charge every other week or so. The volume roller (while stylish) is also very easy to accidentally hit, and features some very smooth bearings that will let it keep going for a little while. I've used keyboards with this style of volume control before and never found it quite so slippery, so I think they must have tweaked it a bit for the newest version. I also am a little disappointed that they don't offer it in a full size, as I rather like having a numeric keypad for entering PINs and the occasional spreadsheet work (I know, it's not fun, but it's practical.) Apart from that though, I don't have any complaints. Ultimately the only thing I see here likely to really turn some people off is the styling, as not everyone can or wants to try to match white peripherals with the still predominantly black and gray cases we get with most gaming machines. But if you think it fits your space, I don't think you'll be disappointed by the performance.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Hear them first. With 360 Spatial Sound for Gaming and our proven hardware technology, you can detect where your opponents are and how far away. Even players hiding in shadows or behind walls and obstacles, can’t stay hidden for long.
Customer Rating
5
Lightweight, capable gaming headset
on August 14, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
Traditionally Sony's gaming gear has always been a bit more closely associated with their consoles, but they're far from strangers when it comes to producing quality PC gear either. Their new Inzone line offers an interesting departure from the norm: high quality, feature rich gear suitable for both consoles and PCs that stand apart more for their minimalist, distinctive styling and high tech flourishes than RGB laden excess. The H7 headset epitomizes this approach. The lightweight headset with its striking PS5 inspired design is packed with tech to deliver an optimized gaming experience with minimal bulk.
The core feature set should be very familiar to anyone who's tried a gaming headset recently. Connectivity is provided either via a dedicated RF dongle or Bluetooth, with the former providing slightly higher audio quality and reliability. A clicky volume control wheel is placed on the left side, with minimal controls to switch between PC and Console modes, power, and Bluetooth pairing on the left. If you're just after a quick plug-and-play experience, you can be up and running more or less immediately and get the full benefit of Sony's excellent audio pedigree. Paired with their free Inzone hub software, however, and you unlock one of the better 3D audio experiences I've seen from headsets boasting simulated surround sound. Most of this is down to Sony's research into binaural audio, which takes advantage of the shape of your ear to create a more natural soundscape. Sony's taken this approach a step further than most by incorporating software that analyzes an image of your ear and fine tunes the output to your specific ear shape rather than just using a generic model. This is a feature that's shown up a lot in their headsets and earbuds lately, and I have to say that it really comes into its own here. The environmental audio in games is fantastic, particularly when it comes to simulating echo-rich environments and enemy footsteps. I'm not sure it's going to give you any kind of competitive advantage, but it certainly helps for immersion.
Also helping the H7 stand out is the fact that the headset is very comfortable to wear for prolonged play sessions. As bulky as it appears at first glance the headset feels like it weighs next to nothing when you're putting it on. I also appreciated that the soft, very breathable earcups don't do much to trap heat while still doing at least a decent job of noise isolation. My one concern is that they don't really appear to be designed for easy removal or replacement and may be a bit too porous to regularly wipe clean, but truth be told I've found headsets often don't last long enough for that to be necessary anyway.
I'd recommend this to anyone looking for a more immersive headset option for VR, sims, and multiplayer games, or overall fans of Sony's current monochromatic aesthetic.
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U2 mini wifi projector adopts high-quality materials and a delicate manufacturing process. Portable and lightweight design, unique curved appearance, offers bright large-screen with fantastic image clarity ( Come with an Advanced Spotlight Projector Screen).
Customer Rating
4
Decent budget projector, emphasis on budget
on August 3, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
Finding a cheap projector right now is an exercise in frustration. Pretty much all of them are drop-shipped products originating in Chinese factories with poor parts selection and dubious quality control. After experimenting with a few of them over the years and inevitably coming away disappointed, the Yaber U2 was a pleasant surprise. It's bright, colorful, and genuinely worth the money you pay for it. I think most would find it to be a great bargain, so long as they go into it with their eyes open.
Let's start with the good. The projector's overall build quality is good enough for home use and some light travelling. The primary lens is protected via a plastic lens cap, the case is decently sealed along the seams, and most things are laid out in a logical fashion. You can adjust focus and do some (very limited) keystone correction via the dials at the front of the projector and it features options for a tripod mount, a permanent shelf-mount, and tabletop operation. There are remote receivers placed at both the front and rear of the unit so that it'll work in pretty much any configuration (a very common mistake made on other budget projectors, which often only work from a single facing.) They even throw in an 80" projection surface, though I imagine most will get better results with a white wall. Seeing as it's using a small LED light source it's not the brightest image ever, but it can work in a lit room and if you can bring the lights down further everything looks very good. The 720p resolution is a bit out of date at this point, but it's a lot better than what you can usually get in this price point and good enough for most movies to be enjoyable.
Where the projector starts to fall down a bit is in its attempts to add features more commonly associated with actual home theater equipment. For example, one feature that they trot out a LOT in their marketing material is its wireless connectivity. It's true, it does minimally support WiFi streaming and when it works it's pretty good. But in good conscience I really can't recommend buying it based on that. It flat out won't work for some of the newer Android phones because Android functionality only works via Miracast, which isn't universally supported but is easier and cheaper to implement than a proper Chromecast. But if it's anything like the Apple wireless performance, you're not missing much. In testing out casting from an iPhone it quickly became clear that they haven't implemented anything but the most basic requirements for streaming, and copy protection didn't make the list. I tried with every streaming service I could think of, and almost all of them immediately blacked out the screen when content started playing. The one exception I could find was the streaming app for PBS, which let me watch the first few minutes of Broadchurch with significant syncing issues. Likewise, the included screen is something of a dubious value proposition. It does do what it's supposed to do and improve contrast between light and dark areas of the image in areas with less than ideal lighting. But it's not quite as reflective as it really should be, so this has the side effect of dulling down the bright spots to a point that it looked significantly worse with it up. It also doesn't help that all it comes with to stretch the material are a few stick-on velcro pads which frankly don't even adhere to the screen surface that well. With enough time to dial things in and a proper frame to stretch it out and remove the creases in the fabric it's probably salvageable... but at that point you're committed to a much larger project. I'm also a little concerned that it's not the best pick for a stationary mount, as the optics aren't really isolated from dust infiltration at all. It did come with a few q-tip like things for you to reach in and swab things down via a cleaning vent... but visibility is not good in there and I'm not at all sure how many can be counted on to do it without accidentally breaking something or smearing goop all over a mirror. So it's probably best to keep it broken down and stored in a bag or carrying case.
Despite all this, I do actually like this thing. It's the perfect base for projects, or the centerpiece to the occasional outdoor movie night where no one's going to care if the screen occasionally falls off the wall or has a few weird wrinkles. Even if it can't live up to its loftier performance claims its definitely out-punching most everything else in its weight class. If you go in expecting that, as opposed to hoping for the performance and features you'd get from something costing twenty times as much, I think you might be very pleased.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Upgrade to Wi-Fi 6 router and reach speeds of up to 3 Gbps for a buffer-free 4K/HD streaming and gaming experience. Use the 2.5 Gigabit port to create fast, reliable wired connection that can take full advantage of internet plans up to 2.5 Gbps.
Customer Rating
4
Easy WiFi - better than the cable company!
on July 13, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
The Archer AX3000 is a small, stylish router with an easy setup process, excellent performance, and a few neat extras to help it stand apart from the competition.
There aren't any real surprises in the setup for anyone who's installed a router before, and if you haven't I don't think you should run into many issues. You have the option of either using a web interface or going through a proprietary app (tether, in this case) which will help walk you through the directions and add in some capacity for remote management to boot. By default the internet is connected to a single 2.5gbps ethernet port, though if you don't have a fiber line and would rather reserve that for high speed intranet you can switch it over to a more conventional gigabit port. All in all it should only take about twenty minutes for you to get up and running, and once you do you have full access to WiFi 6 speeds that can easily match (and occasionally rival) a wired connection.
The configuration options for both the web interface and the app are decent, though not exceptional. TP-Link seems very much aware that they're building for general consumers more than power users, so you're not going to find much in the way of bells and whistles. Still it has everything I'd consider essential in a modern router (single SSID support, guest networks, WPA3, etc.) as well as a few nice to have features such as support for mesh networking for particularly large homes. Range is as good as you'd expect from a WiFi 6 device too - placing this thing next to a window let me get all the way across the street from my home before the signal cut out.
There is some room for improvement though. The presence of a single 2.5gbps networking port and the fact that it defaults to the WAN hookup seems a little odd to me, as it's pretty hard to find a residential internet connection that can actually make full use of it. And if you could, you'd probably want to be able to take full advantage of it with whatever workstation or gaming PC you're feeding with it. It seems to me that if you're going to include the high speed ethernet port you should allow for two at a minimum or preferably just bite the bullet and upgrade the entire switch so you don't have to choose. I'm also a little concerned by the fact that the WiFi antennas seem to be permanently attached rather than removable as you get with most routers these days, as I'm always concerned about the cat deciding to play with one and doing something I come to regret later. But, to be fair, I'm also a bit of a power user.
I'd recommend this to anyone looking for a high powered WiFi 6 system without any of the fuss that often comes from more complicated units aimed at gamers and other prosumers.
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Willen is the mighty portable speaker that is made to go everywhere with you. Built with one 2’’ full range driver and two passive radiators, this speaker brings you the heavy Marshall sound you can’t live without. A top-of-class IP67 dust- and water-resistance rating means it’s always ready for the road. Willen brings together the iconic Marshall design with a ruggedness that dares you to push its limits. All this, plus its hefty 15+ hours of listening on a single charge and mounting strap mean that Willen is raring to go wherever you go.
Customer Rating
5
Stylish, substantial speaker
on July 11, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
I don't think I've ever seen a Bluetooth speaker that's working harder to exude a sense of class and sophistication as this one. At least in my experience, most portable speakers this size border on being disposable items. The Willen makes it clear right out of the box that it's aiming for something a little higher.
Build quality is very sturdy, clearly trying to evoke the amps it's based on. The entire thing is wrapped in a thick rubber shell that makes it reasonably resistant to both water and impact. There's a very nice rubber wrist strap on the back that can completely disappear when you're not using it, or serve as a mounting point to attach to a bike rack or phone mount in a pinch. Controls are fairly minimal (as is labeling) but all seem very well protected. I do have some concerns that the brass paint on the Marshall logo might wear down fairly quickly, but that's the only thing I found that seems likely to break or wear here.
The setup process is about as painless as you can get as well. Turning it on brought up a pop-up on my phone inviting me to install the Marshall software and get it paired, which only took a few minutes. As one might expect it comes tuned for the guitar heavy rock that Marshall has been associated with since their founding, and while you can't truly reproduce that kind of sound with something this small it makes a pretty good effort nonetheless. It does end up being just a bit bass heavy for other uses, though you can tweak that in the app to get better results.
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Designed for Xbox and PC, the Revolution X controller is built for competitive gamers looking for the ultimate in customization. Featuring a dedicated app from the Microsoft Store on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11, the Revolution X App provides limitless customization options. Map buttons, set thumbstick sensitivity, trigger dead zones and much more. Create and store up to four game profiles in the controller to suit a range of games. Four programmable rear panel triggers for extra control. Seamlessly unlock Dolby Atmos for Headphones the moment you plug in your controller, giving you access to precise 3D Audio (headphones required). React faster and more accurately as you can detect the distance and direction of your threats.
Customer Rating
4
For those who miss the wires
on July 8, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
The Revolution X controller is a capable, if slightly odd, third party wired-only controller for the Xbox. it's got a decent amount of customization on display with spacers for the sticks, alternative thumbstick caps, configurable weights, and reprogrammable back buttons (configurable via app or on the controller itself. But, as with many of these kinds of controllers, it's certainly not for anyone.
Build quality is decent overall. Pretty much everything on the surface is plastic and it feels very light in the hand without the optional weights. The USB-C cables is long and sturdy. And the entire thing comes in a well designed and stylish looking carrying case. The triggers lack the tactile feel of the first party controllers and the paddles feel a little insubstantial, but once you start playing you tend to stop noticing pretty quickly.
Functionally, everything is very good. As expected with a wired controller there are no issues with lag or interference, the sticks center well, and all the buttons are responsive even if the slight differences in design does take a little getting used to. Switching between control profiles (or turning them off completely for a stock experience) is easily accomplished. The audio passthrough is also very good, though to be honest despite it being one of the advertised features on the box I found it to be fairly comparable to the standard controllers. The only issue I really had was getting used to the alternate buttons on the back. Most controllers I've used with this feature have used centrally mounted paddles, while this one has a set of triggers and buttons placed fairly low on the grips. It's very easy to accidentally hit the lower buttons in particular just by holding the controller until you get used to it, and even after a few days I still found myself accidentally throwing grenades in Halo.
All in all this is a good choice for a third party controller, particularly for anyone who finds the first party ones a bit too heavy or want to be able to more precisely tune the controller's balance. But if you're very used to using rear paddles, you might not appreciate the change in button placement.
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When you’re looking for a new type of ride, give our Hover-1 & Go-Kart Combo a try. This exciting product magically turns your Hover-1 hoverboard into a fun and powerful buggy that can cruise along just as fast as your hoverboard but with an entirely new experience! Featuring a hand operated rear wheel control, and adjustable frame, and a quick-attach connection, Hover-1 Turbo Go-Kart Combo completely transform your hoverboard experience. “Travel at the speed of life.”
Customer Rating
3
Fun, if finnicky
on June 25, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
I will gladly admit that one of my main motivations for picking this up was to have something fun in my back pocket to pull out when visiting with my nephews. I've never really been a skateboarder, hoverboarder, scooter person, or followed any of the other conventional paths to hoverboard ownership. And as a raw beginner who probably has no business getting on a hoverboard without wearing a bear suit for protection, I found this combination to be a good starting point.
Build quality overall is somewhat of a mixed bag. The parts are all sturdy and look fairly good when put together, but there is a notable lack of attention being paid to fine details. One of the nuts welded into the shaft holding the go kart's steering handles was misaligned by about five degrees, requiring the use of some thread locker to secure the matching bolt to make sure it wouldn't work its way out as you used it. I also found that the adjustable crosspiece/footrest could have stood to be a bit longer, as if you fully extend it there isn't enough material left inside the frame to properly support it and the entire thing has a worrying amount of flex even without a rider. The hoverboard itself looks very impressive with plenty of lights and a glossy black finish, however right out of the box that finish was marred by some of the shrink wrap it shipped in which had melted into the glossy finish around the center. The glossy plastic is also quite fragile for something you'd expect to be taking outside all the time, and easily picks up scuffs and scratches during normal operation. And, as a final note, the plug meant to protect the charging cable was constantly falling out and was completely lost within the first day of having it. Everything seems to be fine mechanically at least, but I do feel like a more rugged case with a less revealing finish may have been a better choice.
The actual user experience, fortunately, was a bit better than initial impressions might have suggested. The Turbo hoverboard isn't the fastest or most hard riding option out there, but it's got plenty of power and a great deal of responsiveness. It took me a few hours of cautious experimentation before I was up and riding around on it, and while I've yet to get confident enough to try and get it up to full speed I was able to maneuver around the garage for about twenty minutes. I don't know if this is a typical experience but I found the hardest part of the whole thing was the initial process of getting up on to it, as once I stepped down on the first wheel the other one would often start running away with it. I did note that starting with the right foot seemed to produce better results, and seemed to match what a set of indicator lights were telling me to do, but there's nothing in the documentation saying that this is necessary so my guess would be that either the documentation could stand to be improved or I simply imagined the difference.
Fortunately, using it as a go-kart is also an option. It's still definitely a bit on the twitchy side, with the cart often trying to slowly run away without a rider, but there's much less of a learning curve and the third wheel makes it a lot easier to take full advantage of how nimble this thing is. I can't lie that I felt a little ridiculous zipping around the driveway at times, but the nephews certainly enjoyed seeing it and I can't say that I wasn't having fun either. It's certainly not a precise vehicle - I'm not sure I'd feel safe using it around cars or anything that might be damaged by me launching myself into it - but you feel like you're going much faster than the six miles per hour it's limited to.
While the issues with overall build quality and durability keep me from rating it higher, I do think that this is a good option for anyone looking for a low-cost go-kart or trying to hedge their bets in case they discover hoverboarding isn't for them. Though with the overall size and slightly twitchy nature of the steering I'd definitely recommend it more for slightly older children with enough common sense to know when not to gun it.
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Ideal for espresso-based drinks such as cappuccinos, cortados, and flat whites, the new Ember Cup, 6 oz, offers a premium coffee experience that does more than keep your coffee hot. Our smart mug allows you to set your preferred drinking temperature, so you can enjoy your expertly crafted hot drink —just the way you like it— from the first sip to the last drop. Ember Cup’s built-in battery maintains your precise drinking temperature for up to 1.5 hours or all day with the included charging coaster.
Customer Rating
2
I should have just gotten the mug.
on June 9, 2022
Posted by: Batlacit
I've seen the battery powered Ember mugs in Starbucks before, and while I was always somewhat intrigued by the concept the cost always kept me from trying one out. So when the opportunity to try out the cup came up, I figured it would be a great way to satisfy my curiosity and perhaps enhance my espresso/tea drinking experience. However I'm sad to say that after a few days with the Ember cup, I'm less than impressed.
One thing that I can say is that the product is not poorly made. The build quality seems solid, it is pleasant to look at (particularly with the included charging base/coaster,) and the app is quite well designed. It's very easy to clean in the sink (for obvious reasons it is not dishwasher safe.) And it does everything it says on the box. My drinks stayed warm for as long as the battery lasted, keeping that freshly poured taste. In fact they got slightly warmer as I drank them, since the main heating element seems to be at the bottom of the cup. The tech works.
...But it's a six ounce cup.
To me, the appeal of this thing is that it lets you keep sipping and savoring your beverage over several hours. But even at my most conservative, I don't spend hours finishing off six ounces of liquid unless I'm out in the field occasionally sipping out of a thermos. At first glance this looks like something you can nurse, but that's only because a full third of the cup is taken up by electronics. What's more the electronics add a ton of weight to the bottom, making it a bit uncomfortable to hold without a handle. The best use case appears to be to keep it right next to a carafe so you can pour small portions and have them heated back up - but when you do this it doesn't keep that fresh poured taste and I'm left wondering if I'm actually any better off than I would be if I'd just nuked it.
I'm sure that somewhere out there there are people who like to go through an espresso one tiny sip at a time, and they will probably love this thing. But for everyone else, I'd recommend you just spring for the mug.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Extend your PC’s RGB lighting with the CORSAIR iCUE LT100 Smart Lighting Towers Starter Kit, part of the iCUE Smart Lighting Ecosystem. 92 RGB LEDs light up your room with ambient lighting that dynamically integrates with your games and media for a truly immersive experience. Cycle through 11 lighting profiles out of the box with push-button control or connect to CORSAIR iCUE software to synchronize your RGB lighting effects across all compatible CORSAIR devices in your system and all external iCUE Smart Lighting devices. The Starter Kit includes two lighting towers with 46 customizable LEDs each, housed in light-diffusing casing that softens and blends light. With an included removable headset holder, LT100 Smart Lighting Towers add convenient, versatile, and stunning RGB lighting to any setup.
how tall are they
Per the spec sheet they're 422mm tall - the headphone holder adds about two millimeters to whichever one you stick it to. In more practical terms, they're just about exactly as tall as a 32" LCD (not including the stand.)
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Meet the Ninja Foodi 14-in-1 6.5qt. Pressure Cooker Steam Fryer with SmartLid. The pressure cooker that steams and crisps. SmartLid slider unlocks pressure cooking, air frying, and Steamcrisping - all under one SmartLid. SteamCrisp Technology steams and crisps at the same time for faster, juicier, crispier results*. 14 one-touch programs unlock even more versatility. (*Vs. Ninja Foodi OL501 in dry mode only)
Does this model have hands free pressure release when pressure cooking timer is done, or do you have to manually release steam after pressure cooking?
You do need to manually toggle the valve. That said, it's very well designed to keep your hands free of any steam that might escape in the process.
3 years, 8 months ago
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The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
Can you please give me an idea of what is the most recent AAA game can this laptop play?. I'd love to get an idea of what I am going to expect when purchasing this laptop! like, can it play Deathloop? or perhaps Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart for example?.
It can play Cyberpunk 2077 on Psycho (at least while plugged in.)
3 years, 8 months ago
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Batlacit
The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
Please confirm if this specific model that is available for sale comes with the standard four zone RGB keyboard or the per key RGB keyboard?
The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
Internal disc drive or is an external needed
No internal optical drive - pretty much everyone's started phasing them out at this point.
3 years, 8 months ago
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Batlacit
The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
Will the 1TB SSD be a Gen3 or a Gen4?
It uses PCIe 4.0. The drive that's included isn't the fastest I've seen, but it'll handily beat any of the last generation NVMe drives.
3 years, 8 months ago
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Batlacit
The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
I recently purchased this laptop. It came with windows 10 preinstalled. The product description tells that it has windows 11. Does that mean that I have to wait for the windows 11 update. Or is there an issue with my laptop
That'll depend on what date your laptop was manufactured. As of mid-October the factories aren't set up to load Windows 11 on new units yet, so they're shipping ones with Windows 10 with the keys needed to get the free update ASAP. Windows 11 is having something of a staggered rollout, with certain models getting the upgrade ahead of others. That said the one I received on 10/12 got the option to update within a day, so you might just need to check Windows Update to confirm that you actually want it.
3 years, 8 months ago
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Batlacit
The Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum combines powerful vacuuming with Matrix Clean Navigation, leaving no spots missed for an ultra whole-home clean. Features include: powerful Shark suction power, Matrix Clean Navigation for a deeper cleaning, HEPA 60-day capacity base for collecting and trapping dust and allergens, and CleanEdge Technology for better edge cleaning.
WOW Awesome Can you please help me with what is the actual run time. Confuse with below- Up to 120 minutes of runtime for whole-home cleaning. And with Recharge and Resume, the robot will return to the dock, recharge, and can pick up where it left off
120 minutes is how much you might be able to get under optimal conditions assuming a battery that's close to brand new, a wide open room with nothing for the robot to get stuck on, and a floor that's already clean enough that it doesn't need to ramp up the suction for targeted cleaning. In other words, it's probably more than you'll get in day to day use. I wouldn't be that concerned about it though. The biggest advantage to having a robot with active navigation like this is that it knows where it was when it ran out of battery. So when it gets low it stops, returns to its dock, then picks up where it left off once it's gotten enough charge to finish the job. So long as it doesn't end up cut off from its charging base by a closed door or the like, it can stick with a cleaning job more or less indefinitely.
3 years, 9 months ago
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Batlacit
Stream Deck gives you 15 LCD keys to control your apps and tools. Trigger actions, launch social posts, adjust audio, play sound clips, activate lights, and much more. Get visual feedback to confirm your commands. Set Stream Deck to automatically switch key configurations as you jump between apps. It’s the ultimate workflow hack, and it’s fully customizable. Personalize your Stream Deck with custom icons, screensavers, and a growing range of interchangeable faceplates. Use the app to configure keys with ease, and hit the Stream Deck Store for app plugins, icon packs, thousands of royalty free tracks, effects, and more.
Elgato's website is pretty terrible. No real info and only list one model with no model number listed anywhere. What's different about this one versus the KAA model?
In terms of functionality it's pretty much identical. They've adopted a slightly different design for the stand which makes the whole thing look a bit more streamlined, added the option to remove and replace the faceplate for increased customization, and modernized the USB interface. I'd say it's more like a refresh of the original aimed at extending the product's lifespan than a wholly new device.
3 years, 11 months ago
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Batlacit
Explore realistic 3D audio with sound precisely projected from above, in front, behind and to the side of you with the latest acoustic technologies.
What does this new 850A do that the 2020 year 950T cannot? Would this 850A be the big brother to the 950T or does the 950T provide a better sound experience since it it is a 9.1.4 system. I too am tossed which one to purchase.
The 950 is the next model up from the 850 - even with the 850A being newer it can't compete with a system that's got 6 additional channels to play with. You'll be better up with last year's 950 model.
4 years ago
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Batlacit