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Why settle for a single band when you can choose daily between two unique options? The Insignia NS-AWB412PKSP Silicone and Nylon Bands for Apple Watch 38mm, 40mm and 41mm (2-Pack) delivers the best of both worlds with two different bands to choose from. A durable silicone band with secure clasp stays firmly in place all day, while a soft nylon band with loop closure is comfortable for everyday wear. Both bands sport a water-resistant design for any activity, rain or shine. Two are certainly better than one with this Insignia silicone and nylon band 2-pack.
Customer Rating
3
Functional, but not particularly impressive.
on November 14, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
With the prices that first party watchbands can go for, having more affordable third party options is a must-have for any smartwatch owner. This goes double for Apple watch users, given the proprietary lug-less design that particular device offers. Insignia's offerings are functional and colorful, but ultimately may be better reserved for occasional fashion accessories rather than every day usage.
The first watch in the pack is the silicone offering, featuring a conventional buckle closure. The band is large and easily adjustable, the color is consistent, and it's fairly comfortable to wear. That said it does look rather bulky compared to the standard silicone bands Apple sells, and as such would probably be best reserved for people with fairly large wrists. On my girlfriend the strap wrapped almost all the way back around when she wore it, and the two holders on the band gave it a rather unattractive look.
The velcro band, meanwhile, fits much better and is quite comfortable. It also looks much more striking when viewed from a distance. That said I have a lot of concerns about build quality. There are visible gaps when the metal lugs are installed, and you can see them shift in the case when any kind of pressure is applied. What's more one of them just refused to properly clip into place when being installed. I don't know if it was just too loose for the clip to fully engage or if the rubber bumper on the opposite side wasn't giving enough pressure, but after a few hours of relatively light activity one end had already shifted several millimeters to the side. Additionally the plastic catch meant to stop the free end of the velcro from sliding through the loop isn't quite large enough to actually do its job. All the plastic parts also have visible mold marks along the outer edge that look ugly and can potentially dig into your skin.
Now, granted, these are third party accessories being sold at a very competitive price point. Given that, reduced expectations are somewhat reasonable. But the fact is that there are a lot of other similarly priced 3rd party offerings in this space that are built better than these bands. Which makes it rather hard for me to recommend unless you just really like that two-tone pink colorway.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Don’t let power surges damage your valuable electronics. Protect your connected devices with the Insignia NS-HW608 8-Outlet 1,200 Joules Surge Protector. Its 1,200-joule rating helps keep equipment in your home or office safe from harmful power surges. Safely connect up to 8 wall chargers at the same time. It has four standard-spaced plugs and four wide-spaced outlets, letting you connect even the bulkiest plugs. The 6 ft. power cord offers flexible placement options to better suit your needs, and a handy LED indicator shows when your surge protector is grounded and protecting your equipment, so you can have confidence in this Insignia Surge Protector.
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5
Essential hardware - well laid out
on November 9, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
It's not hard to find a surge protector for your home. Finding a good surge protector, however, can be trying to say the least. There are an abundance of options out there that are under-powered, feature nonsensical outlet layouts, or just look ugly. This one is none of those. It's got pretty much all the features you might need for a surge protector for your computer or small appliances. The 1,200 joule rating is high enough to handle a high powered gaming rig, a few small appliances, or anything else you might be trying to plug into it. The low profile plug offsets cord to one side, helping make sure it won't block a standard outlet if plugged into the top position. The cord itself is long enough to give you plenty of options when positioning it and doing cable management. And the outlets are well laid out, with a 50/50 mix of closely grouped plugs suitable for standard three prong cords and separated ones that can accommodate larger power bricks without blocking the neighboring outlets. All in all, it's a solid pick for the home or office.
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Own the moment with the Ray-Ban Meta collection. Iconic style meets the latest in wearable tech that’s designed to help you make the most of [everyday and extraordinary experiences/life as you live it]. Get to know new places with Meta AI as you ask it to take photos, give you information or create captions based on what you see. Capture and share your point of view with a video call or livestream, bringing people closer to your world. Move through your day with your favorite playlist or make a hands-free call or text, without stopping your flow. All while you stay present in the moment.
Customer Rating
5
A huge improvement
on November 1, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
I can consider myself an owner of one of the first pairs of Ray-Ban's smart sunglasses, but I've never been able to count myself as much of a user of them. While they are stylish and somewhat cool to use they were marred by a variety of flaws. The lenses were non-replaceable, making them either unreasonably expensive or largely useless to anyone who required a prescription. The audio quality was somewhat mediocre. And the quality of the cameras left a lot to be desired. This second generation manages to improve on just about everything about the first attempt - though it admittedly does still have a bit of room for improvement.
First up, let's talk about the elephant in the room: the lenses. With the original glasses you could only get lenses installed in the factory, and most opticians wouldn't even consider working on them if the originals got damaged or you found yourself wanting to get a prescription made up. The lenses in this version can be replaced, though admittedly you do need to take them into one of their approved partners for this service. The price is fairly reasonable for Ray-Ban branded optics, and while at the moment selection is fairly limited this is something that could realistically be improved over time. I do find myself missing the option for transition lenses, which is what I had with my last pair, but the polarized gradient lenses I got with this one are great sunglasses and offer sterling clarity out in the field.
Next up is the frame. Once again, my original pair was pretty good but not perfect. It was a bit bulky and heavy around the temples, which could lead to some discomfort after a while. Additionally the sound produced by the built in directional speakers lacked good bass response, even going by the somewhat lower standards of open-air headphone designs like this. The new pair feels like it's got a much better balance and while tolerances haven't changed much they have changed enough to alleviate the pain that came with prolonged use. And much to my surprise, they sound amazing. Music and speech both come through very clear and there's bass to spare, almost as good as my in-ear headphones. They've also got plenty of volume - perhaps a little too much, in fact. Audio bleed is definitely a thing so if privacy is your goal you may not want to make use of these for calls or listening to your favorite music. But my main use case is biking or going for hikes with my dog, and I find them to be perfect for that. Finally, the cameras. The new cameras they've installed here are significantly improved over the last generation, offering much greater clarity for both video and still images. There's also the new ability to do live streaming. I'll admit that this feature still feels rather odd to me, but it's undeniably cool.
I'm still not quite ready to make these my daily glasses - I'd definitely want transition lenses for that as I don't want to have to choose between being able to listen to my invisible earbuds or being that weird guy wandering around a convenience store with dark sunglasses on. But they have managed to fulfill the promise of the originals of being the best smart glasses currently on the market. They're an easy recommendation for me - assuming of course you're willing to pay Ray-Ban prices.
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Push your gears to the red line with TH8S Shifter Add-On: the sim racing shifter for next-level racing immersion sensations. TH8S Shifter Add-On features an "H"-pattern shift plate with 7 gears plus reverse gear, with direct gear shifting, allowing it to adapt to all types of games and vehicles with manual shifting (rally, trucks, GT, NASCAR). The 1.6"/4 cm metal shift lever and its ergonomic "sport-style" shift knob ensure responsiveness and precision for clean gear shifting. The frictionless H.E.A.R.T technology derived from Thrustmaster's high-end shifter, TH8A Shifter Add-On, ensures the same extreme level of precision throughout the product's lifespan. TH8S Shifter Add-On is compatible on PC with all racing wheels, and compatible on PS5, PS4, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S with Thrustmaster Force Feedback racing wheel bases.
Customer Rating
5
Fun addition to racing games
on September 29, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
Like many others, during the lockdown I took up sim racing as a way to trick myself into thinking I was getting out of the house. As part of this new hobby I picked up a Logitech racing wheel with pedals which has served me well. But let's face it - as efficient as they are, the flappy paddle gear shifters lack something compared to the more traditional stick shifter. So when the opportunity to add this to my rig came along, I was more than happy to try it out.
In my experience, Thrustmaster has always been the brand to go to for unassuming but very durable flight sticks. I'd never tried any of their driving accessories before though, and when I first took the shifter out of the box I'll admit I was a little worried. When you play in VR it's very easy to get caught up in the moment - which is why it's very important that any sim hardware be built to be able to take all of the abuse the real thing might in case someone uses more force than they really should. And I'll admit that my first impression was not great. Pretty much all the visible parts save for the stalk itself are plastic, and only a single screw clamp was provided for mounting. It was also very lightweight compared to the wheel and pedals I had, making me wonder how long it could possibly stand up to abuse. But after spending a few days with it, I've realized these fears were unfounded. While the case may be plastic there's a very solid frame underneath it, and it is very satisfyingly tactile as you slam the shifter home in each gear as you move through the progression. Thrustmaster has clearly done what they always do and invested everything into making the internals as reliable as possible. What's more setup worked great with no effort at all from me. Since I wasn't pairing it with a Thrustmaster wheel I simply attached the provided USB cable to use it as a standard input device and it was immediately recognized and configured in two of the three racing games I tried it out on. The fact that you don't have to pair it with another Thrustmaster device is a huge plus IMO, and something other companies should be learning from.
There are, however, a few downsides that should be mentioned. The biggest is the mounting solution. If you have a racing stand with a dedicated tray for you to permanently mount your shifter, you are going to be out of luck here. For some reason they did not include any mounting lugs, meaning you're stuck with the screw clamp and rubber friction pads to keep it in place on your stand or desk. Admittedly this does work well enough - I didn't have any issues with it sliding around once I got it clamped down, but rubber pads do eventually wear down and need to be replaced. Bolts really don't. And it's also hard to beat the cleaner look of a permanent mount. It would have been very nice to at least have the option.
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The JBuds HD Webcam brings new focus to your virtual life. With high-definition images and natural sound, the attention will all be on you whether you’re leading a meeting, recording a vlog, or joining a virtual workshop. The crystal clear glass lens and dual omni-directional microphones give you serious performance, and the easy-to-use clip-on design fits seamlessly into any setup.
Customer Rating
5
Good basic webcam with some room for customization
on September 28, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
Webcams are one of those pieces of tech that can be a bit hard to talk about. Ultimately I don't know anyone who doesn't have something of a love-hate relationship with the things, particularly after endless and awkward Zoom meetings became the norm during the lockdowns. So what can you really say about something like the JBuds Cam, which elects not to try and reinvent the wheel but simply offer everything you need and not much more?
Image quality is on the upper edge of what I'd expect from a modern desktop webcam. Images are sharp and motion is clear provided you've got good lighting. If you don't colors do tend to get washed out somewhat, but it should be fine for most use cases. Audio is likewise acceptable. It can't rival a dedicated mic or headset, but you also won't have to worry about being heard and feedback wasn't a significant problem with the right settings. Overall build quality is likewise good. It's certainly on the chunky side and permanently affixed to its monitor clip (which admittedly doesn't have a ton of range to adjust the angle) which comes with a built in screw mount in case you need to set it up on a tripod. Standout features here are the braided USB cable and swappable magnetic faceplate - which lets you use either a dark gray or light gray fabric to better match your home setup.
It doesn't have everything you might want. There's no support for Windows Hello, facial tracking, or any kind of auto focus. But it's nonetheless a very solid choice for a cheap, reliable desktop webcam.
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Get loud on the go. Motif II A.N.C. offers huge sound, in a tiny package. Its sleek charging case packs a punch by powering your headphones with 30 hours playtime to be unleashed whenever you want. With active noise cancellation, block out those crowded train rides and rowdy streets to dive into your music without distraction.
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4
Stylish, well made earbuds
on September 20, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
I think most people's first impressions on seeing these earbuds will probably be "wow, these look GOOD." Marshall has clearly rejected current design trends of smooth, minimalist plastic casings that blend into the background. Everything from the leathery finish on the case mimicking their iconic amps to the satisfyingly tactile metal knurling on the earbuds' stems is designed to make a clear statement. What that statement is (other than a fondness for guitar amps) I'm not quite sure of though.
It probably won't surprise you after that description to learn that these things have a little bit of heft to them. At first, my assumption was that this might be a problem and that they'd be prone to falling out. But much to my surprise, this hasn't been an issue. The earbuds comfortably nestle into my ear canals, and remain fixed in place as I walk around with them. I'm still a little nervous to try prolonged jogging, truth be told, but a few small tests around my yard failed to shake them free. Assuming you take the time to install the correct tips for your ears, I'd say that these score high for comfort.
Sound quality, as one might expect from this brand, is equally good. The bass response is just a little weaker than some of the other earbuds I've tried, however both music and speech comes through clear and has a sound balance that overall I'd characterize as satisfying. Indeed there was really only one area that I found performance slightly lacking: the active noise cancellation. I don't quite know what happened here. Earbud ANC has gotten very good in the last few years, to the point where it's almost as good as what you could get on some of the older headsets. But the ANC here just felt underwhelming. AC and engine noise was significantly muffled, but remained clearly audible nonetheless. And most other ambient sound was very hit or miss in regards to what got blocked and what didn't. That said, there is one advantage that might be worth considering: I felt very little of the inner ear pressure that typically comes with ANC earbuds and headphones, even after a full hour of use. So if you're someone who's particularly sensitive to such things, you may find it easier to handle these earbuds for prolonged periods.
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Know the real you with the Venu 3 smartwatch, the ultimate on-wrist coach designed to support your goals — whatever they may be. Featuring a bright, colorful display and up to 14 days of battery life, this GPS smartwatch is purpose-built with advanced health and fitness features to help you better understand your body. Body Battery energy monitoring helps you keep your energy levels in check with personalized insights based on sleep, naps, stress, workouts and more. Improve the quality of your sleep with personalized sleep coaching and nap detection plus even more details such as HRV status (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked). During the day, switch up your activities with animated workouts and more than 30 built-in sports apps — including for active wheelchair users — plus advanced training features to keep you going strong. With its built-in speaker and microphone, the Venu 3 smartwatch makes it easy to make and take calls right from your wrist when paired to your smartphone — and even reply to texts by using your phone’s voice assistant. Plus, enjoy connectivity features such as music storage, Garmin Pay contactless payments (with a supported country and payment network) and more.
Customer Rating
5
A top tier fitness tracker that's also a watch
on September 20, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
I’ve been using a smart watch more or less daily for several years now and have tried several different brands over that time. This was my first experience with Garmin’s take on the concept, and I have to say it surprised me in several ways. Rather than leaning into the more traditional smart features, Garmin instead chose to put the health and fitness features at the forefront. And while it is a little weird to get used to coming from a more traditional smart watch, I think there’s a lot that someone looking for a step up from more basic fitness trackers might find to love.
The first thing that drew my attention upon taking it out of the box was the screen – which is just as big across as the largest of the current generation of flagship watches. However interestingly enough it’s paired with a somewhat slimmer body, making it look significantly smaller on the wrist. The band is made of high quality silicone and is extremely adjustable, though not exceptionally breathable. But since it uses standard quick-release lugs to attach it to the body it would be fairly easy to replace if the amount of sweat that builds up underneath it becomes a problem. Controls are all handled via the touch screen (which is vibrant, colorful, and very responsive) and three buttons along one side. There’s also a surprisingly good sounding speaker and mic combo to take calls, use a virtual assistant, or even listen to music if you find yourself lacking a pair of earbuds to pair with it.
As far as usability goes, it’s a big departure from what I’m used to with WearOS devices. To start with, almost all the commands are mapped to a variety of button combos that I found a bit hard to memorize and the watch doesn’t do much to teach you about them when starting up. The user experience is also very focused on the fitness tracking features. Notifications are present but not immediately available without going through two menus, customization and settings adjustments more or less have to be taken care of on the app in the paired phone, and the integration with Android at least is a bit less seamless than I was used to. I discovered early on that certain apps which provide real time updates to their notifications end up spamming the watch, requiring you to block them to keep the thing from becoming unbearable. And watch face selection is certainly much more limited – though to be fair still quite acceptable in my opinion. I wouldn’t call any of it a deal breaker by any means, but it’s definitely a device with a learning curve.
Moving onto what the device does best, however, there’s a lot of good things to highlight. The fitness tracking features are top notch, with sensors like a barometer to help alert you to sudden shifts in the weather while you’re out on a hike. The fitness apps I tried generally make very good use of them too – and the GPS performance is exemplary (as one might expect, given Garmin’s history as a company.) I am somewhat concerned that there doesn’t seem to be an official rating for waterproofing, but according to the company it should be able to stand up to most things you might encounter on trails and I can confirm that getting splashed or partly submerged for brief periods doesn’t seem to be a problem. One particularly interesting feature I experimented with is the “body battery” meter, which takes into account activity levels and sleep quality to give you a heads up as to how much energy you might be able to expend before becoming fatigued. While I can’t say it’s perfect it did at least roughly line up with when I found myself needing to stop for a break – and again seems like a great thing to have when you’re out hiking and may be trying to decide when to turn back or stop for the night to make camp. It also gets high marks for battery life – which can easily last several days with a bit of power management.
In conclusion, the Venu 3 is probably not a watch for everyone. But for a very particular type of user – someone who is very active, enjoys the outdoors, and isn’t necessarily looking for an extension of their phone – it’s probably going to be sitting at the top of a very short list of smart watch options.
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Charge your vehicle on the go with the Rexing Level 1 Portable EV Charger (16A, 110-240V). Our charger is equipped with a NEMA 5-15 plug for Level 1 charging, perfect for use with a standard household outlet. Pair with a voltage transformer or a 110V outlet for increased charging options. Experience faster charging times with 110V AC input power and a maximum current of 16A. Get back on the road faster with Rexing.
Customer Rating
5
Basic, effective EV charger
on September 12, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
One of the more annoying trends in EVs lately is the decision to stop bundling level 1 chargers with them. While it's true that technically one can get by without one these days, I maintain that charging up your car at home overnight is still by far the most convenient and cost effective way to make sure you stay topped up. This level 1 charger from Rexing is a very good, if somewhat basic, option for your EV that you can get without having to pay a premium for a first party option from the dealer.
The charger itself isn't doing anything particularly unusual here. The 16A output is pretty typical for a level one charger, so a charging session is going to require several hours (unlike with a more powerful level 2 charger, which requires a 240v circuit to be added to your home.) The charger is built to be either thrown in your trunk using the convenient carrying bag or semi-permanently mounted on the wall using a few screw posts (not provided.) The cables are sturdy and long enough to work in a typical 2-car garage without issue, while still offering a relatively compact form factor for taking on the go. Some telemetry is available on the charger's screen, but I'll admit I usually forgot to look at it. Again, with level 1 chargers you're usually plugging it in at the end of the day so it can work overnight. I kind of take it as a given that it'll be ready to go after 8 hours.
Frankly, it's a little hard to say much more about it. This is not a product that's trying to reinvent the wheel or dazzle you with features. It's a straightforward utilitarian attempt to fill a niche. The basic functionality is all here, which makes it an easy recommendation for anyone looking for a level 1 EV charging solution.
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Meet the Ninja Thirsti Drink System. Personalize flavor and fizz to create thousands of still and sparkling drinks at the touch of a button. Customize your drink by 4 different functions, 20+ flavors, 2 flavor strengths, 3 fizz levels, and 4 drink sizes. Dispense directly into your favorite cup. Includes CO2 Canister and a variety of Flavored Water Drops. Enjoy a single flavor or combine two flavors to create your signature drink.
Customer Rating
5
Ninja Soda
on September 5, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
Ninja has a well earned reputation for producing slightly over-engineered, highly stylish kitchen appliances. Their first foray into home carbonation systems continues the trend. The Thirsti checks pretty much all the boxes I could hope for, and offers a compelling alternative to current soda water makers for those willing to devote the space to it.
In the box you get the machine itself, a single CO2 cylinder, two water reservoirs, and an 8 pack of randomly selected flavorings. Any additional accessories can be ordered online and I suspect will be appearing in stores soon if they haven't already. The instructions recommend keeping two additional CO2 cylinders on hand so that you can make full use of their mail in replacement program, where you swap two empties for two full cylinders. All in all, it's pretty standard fare. Where things start to get interesting is in how the reservoirs are used. Rather than carbonating an entire bottle of water at a time the machine is designed to carbonate and dispense water in 6oz increments directly into your glass of choice while simultaneously mixing in the flavor.
I have to say that this is a huge improvement over my previous carbonation system. Anyone who's tried to mix in soda syrups or the like without causing the whole thing to fizz up and overflow can attest that it's oftentimes more art than science. There is none of that with the Thirsti. Everything comes out perfectly mixed to the strength I like it with just a few button presses. The machine even effectively cleans up after itself by sending a burst of plain water through the nozzle at the end to purge any remaining flavorings. Even the reservoirs are well thought out - with color changing valves at the bottom that turn blue when the water's gotten cold enough for carbonating. It's a very well put together package that looks quite sharp on my counter.
As for the flavorings themselves, I found the mix I got to be very pleasant. The current lineup definitely leans more into unsweetened sparkling water flavors than soda, but they're all quite pleasant and if you turn up the intensity of the flavor it definitely feels a bit more soda-like for those who prefer their water with unwise amounts of sugar. That said variety is definitely lacking a bit here at the moment. It looks like some of the flavors mentioned in the manual/recipe book haven't actually released yet, and there's no third party options at this time. The caffeinated offerings are particularly sparse, with only three options at the time of writing. Good news is that there's no reason you can't buy flavored syrups or the like to mix with the water the old fashioned way - but I do hope that we won't have to wait too long before seeing some new offerings like colas, additional fruit flavorings, or the like. For those who don't like their water flavored at all - I think you'll be happy with what you get. I've certainly seem more powerful carbonation systems, but none that are quite so consistent as this. You always get a decent amount of bubbles that stick around for several minutes at the minimum. And best of all - the machine is almost quiet while it works.
What's less likely to improve over time though is the amount of space the system takes up. There's no getting around it: the thirsty has a fairly large footprint for a machine of this type, and the need to keep the water chilled means it's going to be taking up space both on your counter and fridge. It's easily twice the size of my old Soda Stream, though it does make up for it somewhat by dispensing with the need to store water bottles. It's also a little on the heavy side thanks to the CO2 cylinder, so it's not necessarily the best appliance to be hauling out as needed.
Ultimately, the Thirsti is an easy recommendation for me provided that Ninja keeps working to push out new flavors and options for us.
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Introducing the Lucyd Lyte Earthbound, the ultimate Bluetooth audio sunglasses for both men and women. These smart sunglasses feature a sleek and stylish design, with high-gloss acetate or titanium frames and featherlight internal components for optimal optical quality. The four speakers embedded in the temples provide lush, hi-fi open-ear music and calls, with a Quadrasonic sound that guarantees crisp and enjoyable sound. The touch controls on each temple of the glasses enable a selection of high-utility controls, including call answering, play/pause, track skip, volume adjustment, and voice assistant activation. Compatible with Alexa and Siri, you can make your voice command easily and make your life more convenient. These Bluetooth audio sunglasses also provide all-day battery life with up to 12 hours of playback per charge and over 160 hours of standby connection time. The typical user who listens to 1-2 hours of music daily will only need to charge the glasses once a week. Our smart eyewear sunglasses with Bluetooth come standard with high-quality, TAC-polarized UV400 sunglass lenses with a fashionable gradient finish, which can protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. Additionally, these smart audio glasses are rated IP-56 water resistant, so you can take them poolside or to other outdoor activities without any worries. The dual noise-canceling microphones improve call quality with enhanced clarity and ergonomics for longer-duration calls, and Bluetooth 5.2 technology allows for quick pairing and a 100-foot connectivity range. Upgrade your listening experience with the Lucyd Lyte Earthbound Bluetooth audio sunglasses today.
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3
A Lot to Like - But Lacking Polish
on September 3, 2023
Posted by: Batlacit
I love my smart sunglasses. But with most of them, it's hard to avoid a sense that you're using an early proof of concept for a much better product. Key features aren't quite there, others aren't reliable, and you're often being asked to make unreasonable tradeoffs to work around the eccentricities of a particular design. I had high hopes that the Lucyd Lytes would be the product to break this cycle - offering a design that doesn't call attention to itself, replaceable lenses, and a decent set of specs. However once again I find myself with a feeling that I need to wait a few years for the final version to come out.
There are a lot of things here that are easy to like. Right out of the gate it avoids one of the most common issues with smart glasses by using proper weight distribution for the frame. A lot of the current crop of glasses are so desperate to find the space needed for all their electronics and battery that they either end up concentrating too much weight at the front (in which case they slowly slide down the front of your face) or producing big, bulky ear hooks that either squeeze your head or push against the back of your ears constantly. Lucyd avoids both by cleverly hiding everything along the entire length of the arms, giving them a balance much closer to that of conventional non-smart glasses. This does mean that the glasses arms are chunky all the way down, but thanks to how the frame is designed it isn't as obvious as you might think when you're actually wearing them. This automatically moves them near to the top of my list as far as comfort goes. I could easily see myself wearing these frames all day as regular glasses without complaint. Also, the included polarized lenses are top notch and offer a nice transition from the top to bottom of the lenses.
Unfortunately, past this point I have less praise to offer. There really just isn't any other way to say it: the audio quality on these glasses is poor. I know, glasses like this are never going to be able to match a decent pair of earbuds. The tech just doesn't lend itself to good bass response or noise isolation. But I've tried enough of these smart glasses at this point to know that we can still do better than this. The speakers are distinctly tinny sounding, and the closest they get to any kind of bass reproduction is the buzzing you can feel in your temples at higher volume. This might still be acceptable if the audio was really clear, but even turned up all the way it sounds distant and can easily get lost among background noise in your environment. They're no good for music, and only just good enough for spoken word content. I'd thought that maybe they could still redeem themselves with good mic performance, however in my side by side recording test I got better results with my phone's mic being used in speakerphone mode. Finally, the way you interact with the glasses feels very rudimentary too. Part of how these glasses get that good weight distribution is by forgoing any kind of physical connection between the two arms, which would require running wires for power and data through the front of the frame. Instead each arm is essentially an independent module with its own battery and audio controller, chained together to operate as a pair via a wireless connection. It works quite well - but it's also a complicated approach that seems to have left it with rather limited smarts for everything else. There are no touch sensitive elements on the frames or pre-processing for a virtual assistant to process voice commands. Instead there is just one very crunchy little momentary contact switch placed on the bottom of each arm just behind the hinge. What these buttons do are highly dependent on context and how long they're pressed down, and while there's some promise to that approach it's just not nearly as intuitive as some other approaches I've seen when it comes to basic tasks like changing volume or navigating a playlist.
Given this, it's very hard for me to recommend the product in its current form. They're certainly on the right track here, particularly in regards to being wearable glasses. But the smart platform needs work in practically every area.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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From the rock revolution of the ‘60s, to the art scene of the ‘80s, to the forefront of hip-hop culture – Wayfarer has become an enduring icon across endlessly shifting horizons. Now the journey continues with the latest in wearable tech. Ray-Ban Stories Wayfarer integrates the best of your phone with the timeless frame, bringing you a new way to capture and share your adventures.
I'm unable to find a phone compatibility list, does anyone know if this works with android phones too?
Yes, it works just fine on Android. No idea why they don't advertise it on the box.
2 years, 3 months ago
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Batlacit
This Element 27" frameless gaming monitor provides everything you need for premium gameplay or everyday tasks. This 1440P resolution monitor is equipped with FreeSync Technology for avoiding tearing and reducing stuttering. With easy set-up for multiple screens, you're able to expand your view and get more done. The 16:9 widescreen resolution partnered with a 1ms response time and 165hz refresh rate allows a vivid, realistic picture so you can be immersed in your gaming world. Built-in speakers and a sleek, frameless screen enable the monitor to blend with your decor for a clean aesthetic.
Is this monitor good for an Xbox one s gaming? I'm new to monitors and this one would be my first one
The integrated audio is pretty bad even by monitor standards, but apart from that it should work fine for console gaming. It's not going to deliver an exceptional experience, but it should be able to beat most TVs as far as latency goes.
2 years, 3 months ago
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Batlacit
This Element 27" frameless gaming monitor provides everything you need for premium gameplay or everyday tasks. This 1440P resolution monitor is equipped with FreeSync Technology for avoiding tearing and reducing stuttering. With easy set-up for multiple screens, you're able to expand your view and get more done. The 16:9 widescreen resolution partnered with a 1ms response time and 165hz refresh rate allows a vivid, realistic picture so you can be immersed in your gaming world. Built-in speakers and a sleek, frameless screen enable the monitor to blend with your decor for a clean aesthetic.
Is this a good monitor for competitive gaming on the ps5 ???
This Element 27" frameless gaming monitor provides everything you need for premium gameplay or everyday tasks. This 1440P resolution monitor is equipped with FreeSync Technology for avoiding tearing and reducing stuttering. With easy set-up for multiple screens, you're able to expand your view and get more done. The 16:9 widescreen resolution partnered with a 1ms response time and 165hz refresh rate allows a vivid, realistic picture so you can be immersed in your gaming world. Built-in speakers and a sleek, frameless screen enable the monitor to blend with your decor for a clean aesthetic.
Does it have a hdmi?
Yes, it has two HDMI ports and does come with both an HDMI and DP cable.
2 years, 3 months ago
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Batlacit
This Element 27" frameless gaming monitor provides everything you need for premium gameplay or everyday tasks. This 1440P resolution monitor is equipped with FreeSync Technology for avoiding tearing and reducing stuttering. With easy set-up for multiple screens, you're able to expand your view and get more done. The 16:9 widescreen resolution partnered with a 1ms response time and 165hz refresh rate allows a vivid, realistic picture so you can be immersed in your gaming world. Built-in speakers and a sleek, frameless screen enable the monitor to blend with your decor for a clean aesthetic.
Does it have integrated speakers?
Yes. But they sound horrible and require you to go through two menu layers to change the volume. I wouldn't consider them as a selling point.
2 years, 3 months ago
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Batlacit
An industry defining 49” 1000R curved screen, equipped with a cutting edge Quantum Matrix HDR2000 panel, 240hz refresh rate, G-Sync and FreeSync Premium Pro support, 1ms GTG response rates, and fully customizable Odyssey Infinity Core lighting.
DP 2.0?
No, it's still using 1.4. Getting DP 2.0 certified is turning out to be a lot trickier than it was initially expected, most are saying we probably wont' see them hitting the market until 2022.
2 years, 4 months ago
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Batlacit
An industry defining 49” 1000R curved screen, equipped with a cutting edge Quantum Matrix HDR2000 panel, 240hz refresh rate, G-Sync and FreeSync Premium Pro support, 1ms GTG response rates, and fully customizable Odyssey Infinity Core lighting.
My new g9 arrived in the box for the old g9. Even though the box has a sticker that says "Neo G9 Odyssey" sticked on it, the box itself is for the old model. Does anyone else have the same issue? Why is that the case?
They're just using up the old boxes and foam. The shape and size of the product hasn't really changed, I don't think it's anything you need to worry about so long as the monitor itself has the right model number.
2 years, 4 months ago
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Batlacit
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.
Can both trays be used at once?
Explore a new world of personalized home theater audio. The SRS-NS7 Wireless Neckband Speaker uses Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer technology to envelop you in the rich audio of your favorite shows and movies, while being unobtrusive to others in your home.
Do these have 3.5mm jack or do they only connect via bluetooth?
They will only work with bluetooth or optical connections.
2 years, 6 months ago
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Batlacit
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, 422mm. The headphone holder adds another 2mm or so.
2 years, 6 months ago
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Batlacit