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Enjoy powerful performance with this compact HP Pavilion Wave computer. The Intel i3 processor provides fast data handling, while the 1TB hard drive lets you store plenty of files. This HP Pavilion Wave computer has 8GB of RAM to run the latest applications and four USB ports for connecting multiple accessories.
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5
Small Footprint with a Big Sound
on October 21, 2016
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The HP Pavilion Wave comes with Windows 10 installed. It features a Core i3-6100T 3.2GHz Skylake 35W dual-core processor and 8 GB DDR4-2133 SDRAM and a 1TB hard drive. This makes for an excellent office computer that should fulfill all but the most demanding video editing and gaming needs.
The HP Pavilion Wave has a a ton of inputs, but very few are on the front. On the front you have an audio in/out 3.5mm jack for headphones or a microphone and a USB 3.0 jack. On the back, however, you have an HDMI port, , 2 standard USB 3.0 ports, one USB Tye-C port, an ethernet cable jack, and a DisplayPort connection. It also includes built-in Bluetooth and Wifi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) for all of your wireless needs.
The included wireless mouse and keyboard are a welcomed addition. They also work right out of the box, so no pairing is needed for them to connect to the HP Pavilion Wave The mouse is comfortable in most hand sizes, and the keyboard is a fill keyboard with a numeric pad, but a small bezzle, resulting in a small footprint so you can have more desk space available. The same can be said of the HP Pavilion Wave itself, having a footprint the size of a bookshelf speaker.
Speaking of speakers, the HP Pavilion Wave has an integrated speaker in the top of the unit. Having built-in speakers is a rarity in desktop PCs, and they typically have poor sound. That isn't the case with the HP Pavilion Wave, as the speaker sounds great. It is great for listening to music while working or watching movies from your desk.
With its simple and easy setup, small footprint, and included wireless keyboard and mouse, the HP Pavilion Wave is good for any computer user, regardless of their experience level or space requirements.
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Keep your home dust-free with this Bissell AirRAM cordless vacuum. Its high-performance F.U.E.L. cell provides up to 30 minutes of run time, while the advanced compression technology lets it store as much dirt as typical bagless vacuums. This Bissell AirRAM cordless vacuum has a low profile for easy maneuvering around furniture.
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5
The Bissell AirRam: Designed for Convenience
on October 18, 2016
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The Bissell AirRam is simple to assemble, taking roughly 5 minutes to open the box and have it fully assembled. It has a sleek body design that is attractive in almost any setting.
For convenience, the Bissell AirRam easily folds down for storage so as to note take up too much space. Additionally, the battery has 2 charging options: you can either charge the battery while it is in the unit, or, if you store the vacuum where you don't have an electric plug, you can remove the battery and charge it elsewhere.
The battery life is excellent. I was able to vacuum my entire house, around 2000 square feet, with more than 1/2 charge left. It was also a quick job since I didn't have to mess with switching electric plugs. Its ability to switch seamlessly from carpet to flooring was also a big time-saver.
Another convenience feature is how easy it is to remove and empty the Dirt Bin. It easily pulls out and can be quickly emptied without getting your hands dirty or making a mess.
The Bissell AirRam features swivel steering, which combined with the unit's light weight, allow for easy one-handed use so you can use your free hand to move furniture around. It's low-profile also allows you to get under many pieces of furniture.
The LED lights on the front of the Bissell AirRam allow for easy visibility, even in darker places like closets, allowing you to ensure that everything has been picked up.
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Acer Switch One 10 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Combine power and mobility with this Acer Aspire Switch One laptop. Easily convert this compact notebook into a tablet with its detachable 10.1-inch touch screen, and stay productive with its Intel Atom quad-core processor, 32GB internal storage and 2GB of RAM. This Acer Aspire Switch One laptop has two built-in stereo speakers for enjoying music and movies.
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4
An Excellent All-In-One Mini-PC
on October 10, 2016
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The Acer Switch One 10 is a Windows 10 hybrid style laptop. It has a small footprint and an outstanding battery life lasting about 9.5 hours under normal usage. This is dropped down to about 5 hours with solid video playback through Netflix.
The Acer Switch One features a 1280x800 resolution, HDMI output, mini-USB input on the screen/tablet portion of the unit as well as a full-sized USB port on the keyboard base, a mini-HDMI output, an IPS (In-Plane Switching) 10-point touchscreen, MicroSD card input, Gorilla Glass 3, a 32GB SSD hard drive, and a Quad-core Intel Atom Z8300 CPU at 1.44 Ghz with 2GB of RAM.
Due to the speed of the SSD, it starts up in about 20 seconds from a powered off state, and comes on instantly from a sleep state, allowing you to get back to work quickly and conveniently. The 32GB SSD drive is quick, but space will likely need to be supplemented with a MicroSD card, as there is only about 13.3GB of usable space due to the size of the Windows 10 Operating System.
The Acer Switch One features the Acer Snap Hinge, allowing for easy switching between the laptop, tablet, display and tent configurations for use in any environment and for any needs you might have. The Acer Snap Hinge utilizes two prongs held in place with powerful magnets, making switch easy enough to do one handed, but strong enough that the unit can be picked up by the screen portion without fear of the keyboard falling off.
The keyboard is excellent, giving great feedback so you know you have pressed a key. It does not contain a numeric pad on the right side, as is the case with most 10" computers, but the spacing of the keys is ideal for typing without excess errors.
The outer shell is brushed aluminum, and gives a solid feel to the unit, feeling sturdy and not cheap. Combined with the Gorilla Glass 3, it feels like a very rugged PC for such a small form-factor.
Overall, the Acer Switch One is an excellent PC for everyday use, taking notes, working on the go, and traveling. It is not powerful enough for modern, high-end gaming, but this is to be expected on a mini-PC. With its long battery life, this will make an excellent traveling companion.
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Listen like never before with QuietControl 30 wireless headphones. Breakthrough technology lets you set your own level of noise cancellation, so you can control how much of the world you want to let in - or how quiet you want your surroundings to be. Volume-optimized EQ gives you balanced audio performance at any volume, while a noise-rejecting dual-microphone system provides clear calls, even in windy or noisy environments. Connect easily to your devices with Bluetooth and NFC pairing. QuietControl 30 wireless headphones feature a lightweight neckband design that conforms to your body for all-day comfort and wearability. A lithium-ion battery gives you up to 10 hours of wireless listening per charge. And the Bose Connect app helps you manage your paired devices and gives you enhanced control. Available in Black.
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5
Comfort & Reliability - Excellent Noise Cancelling
on October 10, 2016
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The Bose QuietComfort 30 wireless headphones are of the neckband variety. This relieves much of the weight of the wires connected to the ear buds ensuring that they don't fall out of your ears. In testing, the ear buds stayed in place while running on a treadmill and were comfortable throughout a wide range of gym exercises.
The QuietComfort 30's offer adjustable noise cancellation, which can be a welcomed feature in a loud environment. The level of noise cancelling can be adjusted both from the buttons in-line on the headphones themselves, or from the Bose Connect app on your cell phone. It is easy to see the level of cancelling the headphones are performing form the app. The ability to adjust the noise-cancelling feature is welcomed, as in many environments, such as walking or running on the street, a user would not want to block extra sounds so that they can be aware of their surroundings.
The sound the QuietComfort 30's produce is excellent at all ranges, producing clear highs, and solid lows. In a variety of music tests, the headphones were excellent for all types of music.
Call quality was excellent, with most conversation participants not able to tell I was even on Bluetooth.
The battery life is excellent as well, lasting 10+ hours. With nightly charges, these headphones will last the entire day.
Overall, the Bose QuietComfort 30 wireless headphones are an excellent vlaue for astounding sound and performance.
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Brew delicious coffee your way with this single-serve Ninja Coffee Bar system. It uses any ground coffee while bringing out the best flavor with advanced thermal flavor extraction technology. This versatile Ninja Coffee Bar system has a built-in frother that lets you brew, froth and drink out of one mug.
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4
An Amazing Cup of Coffee!
on September 25, 2016
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The Ninja is an amazing coffee maker, which makes very delicious coffee. Probably the best I've ever had at home, a cup or two at a time. This is the best coffee maker I have ever seen. It comes with a reusable filter, or you can use paper filters in it. I can do a small or large cup or an extra-large travel cup size. It also has a multi-serve size which is about 2 cups of coffee.
The self-cleaning feature is a welcomed feature for a coffee connoisseur, as nothing can ruin good coffee like a dirty coffee maker. The self-cleaning process goes very quickly and ensures that the next cup will be as good as the first.
The last thing to note is the frother, which feels sturdy and like it will last a long time. It easily turns a few tablespoons of milk into a cup of delicious frothed milk.
The included coffee drink recipe book is something I am excited to work my way through as well.
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Power through your weekly carpet clean with this Shark Rocket with DuoClean complete upright vacuum. It eliminates particles both large and small, and the deep-cleaning bristle brush breaks through embedded dirt to ensure a deeper clean. Plenty of space for debris ensures this Shark Rocket with DuoClean complete upright vacuum is practical for your everyday cleaning needs.BR>
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5
An Excellent Vacuuming Expeirence
on September 20, 2016
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The Shark Rocket Complete with DuoClean is the most pleasant experience I have had with a vacuum cleaner. It comes with many accessories that help make specific jobs easier and more seamless, but most importantly, it provides real cleaning power.
It took more time to open the box than it took to assemble the vacuum and start using it. It snaps together (and disassembles) quickly and easily due to the snapping mechanisms used. This makes breaking the unit down or switching accessories a quick, easy endeavor.
After vacuuming my whole house, which consists of both hard-wood floor and carpet, I can say that this versatile vacuum does its job in spades. It quickly switches between hard-wood floors and carpet at the touch of a button, so I no longer have to lean over to adjust a switch at the base of the vacuum.
The on-board lighting system makes it easy to see the surface being cleaned, even in darker rooms. This, combined with the many accessories included made the job of vacuuming a breeze. The upholstery attachment made cleaned my couch in a way it has never been cleaned, giving it an almost new look. The duster crevices tool allowed me to get into hard to reach places, like the couch crevices. The brush that is connected to the crevice tool was also great for vacuuming ceiling corners where cobwebs tend to get.
My favorite attachment was something I had never heard of: the under-appliance wand. This this extension can easily go below your refrigerator, furniture, and other appliances, making cleaning under larger appliances and furniture much easier, as it removes the need to move the appliance. This saved a ton of time.
Emptying the dust-catch and cleaning the unit is also easy. The brushes are easy to access and even have a brush cleaning tool. This ensure that the vacuum can be properly maintained without a lot of hassle.
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Take this 11.6-inch Acer Chromebook anywhere you need to go thanks to its compact size and light weight. With its Intel Celeron N3060 dual core processor, you can enjoy fast Internet browsing and computing. The high visibility of the HD touch screen display with LED backlighting lets you use this Acer Chromebook in almost any lighting conditions.
Customer Rating
5
An Innovative and Surprisingly Powerful Laptop
on July 19, 2016
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The Acer R11 Chromebook is an amazing piece of hardware for many reason, and both to the novice computer user, as well as to the more industrious and adventurous users out there.
First off, in the box you'll find a power cable, the Acer R11 Chromebook itself, a warranty card, and a quick start guide.
Setup is a snap. Plug the Acer R11 Chromebook in and get it charging, then power it on. You will be asked to sign into your Wi-Fi network, then into your Google account (or to create a Google account if you don't already have one).
After that, the novice user is all set. The can enjoy a very solid Wi-Fi signal to browse the Internet, send emails, work on documents or spreadsheets, or use any of the plethora of Google Chrome Apps. All with a battery that will last 8-11 hours in my tests. At an affordable price that won't break the bank, this can accomplish all of your average user's needs.
Coming soon, the Chromebooks will be adding a new feature via software updates allowing the user to install any Android software that can be downloaded from the Google Play store, just like on your Android phone. This expands the available apps and overall usability of the Acer R11 Chromebook by a huge amount.
In fact, if you are an adventurous user, you can switch to the "Developer Channel" to receive experimental updates, allowing you to load Android Apps RIGHT NOW. This feature will be brought to the mainstream user soon.
Finally, using an application called "Crouton," you can even load Ubuntu Linux on your Acer R11 Chromebook, allowing you to run software such as Steam, which can effectively turn your Acer R11 into a simple, efficient, gaming rig.
The Acer R11 Chromebook is a piece of technology I wasn't initially excited about when I got my hands on it. My entire opinion has changed, and I see that the potential for these devices is incredible, and these are a very sound investment for your average computer user. The one downside is that currently, Windows programs cannot be used on any Chromebooks. While this may change, it may prove frustrated for users who are married to a Windows app. That being said, there are ChromeOS and Android alternatives to most Windows app needs.
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Enjoy a compact tablet that fits neatly in your pocket with this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet. It includes a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM that deliver powerful processing to play all your games and apps, and the 16GB of flash memory ensure this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet and store your files.
Customer Rating
4
A Fine Tablet for the Price for Casual Users
on May 20, 2016
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The Acer Iconia One 8" tablet is a great introductory tablet. It's low price point and decent batter life make it a low-cost way to determine what lever of tablet user you are: a power user or a casual user.
For the power user (e.g. a user who will maximize use of the tablet, extensively playing games, using productivity software, etc. Essentially, the screen is always on), this tablet will be underpowered and does experience some slowdown with demanding apps.
The casual user should have all of their needs addressed. Checking emails, checking up on Facebook and reading the occasional article, this tablet can completely handle your needs for a very affordable price.
Battery Life: 69% of the battery was used in 4 hours and 24 minutes. Half of that time was watching movies on Netflix and Hulu, the other half was using Facebook and playing Asphault Nitro. For the level of use I was giving the machine, with no tweaks to save power, this was an impressive battery. (Pro-Tip: a quick way to lengthen the battery life on most devices with a screen is to lower the brightness, as the screen is typically the biggest power hog, and having a lower brightness reduces the power consumption).
What's in the box: the Acer Iconia One, a micro-USB data cable and wall adapter, an Acer support card, and the user manual.
Software: The biggest downside to this device is the amount of preinstalled software that can't be removed. There is software included that will suggest apps from the Google Play store. not necessarily a bad thing, but these apps do eat up your battery and may be unwelcome by many.
Overall, this is a great starter tablet for a kid, someone who isn't tech savvy, or a casual user. Power users will most likely want to step it up a notch or two.
*I did experience one issue when setting up my tablet: the Google Play store started giving me a "server error." to fix this, I had to go to Settings->Apps->Play Store and click "Clear Data," then "Force Stop." I then restarted the Google Play Store and everything was back to normal. I doubt this was the fault of the tablet, but it is worth noting the solution.
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Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you’re all online at the same time.
Customer Rating
5
Nothing Short of Awesome!
on May 14, 2016
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The LINKSYS EA9500 MAX-STREAM™ AC5400 TRI-BAND WI-FI ROUTER is an amazing (and HUGE) router. It uses the new WiFi AC standard for blazing fast speeds as well as MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output), which is another new Wi-Fi technology which offers more efficient Wi-Fi and enhance the data connection between clients and a router. This means it can better determine what devices need more bandwidth and ensure it is available to them.
What's in the box: The standard packaging comes with the router (and all eight antennas!), an Ethernet cable, the power cable, a disc with the documentation on it, a quick start guide, and the warranty card.
Setup time: The initial setup for the router took just about 10 minutes, counting opening the box, however, there may be some caveats to this depending on the modem you have from your Internet provider (please see the technical notes below). It worked just fine, but due to limitations from my cable modem, some adjustments had to be made to get the full power of the router.
Technical notes: This router is powerful, but if you are using it behind a cable modem/WiFi router, you will encounter some issues. If your current router doesn't have a "bridge" mode, it will prevent the LINKSYS EA9500 MAX-STREAM™ AC5400 TRI-BAND WI-FI ROUTER from handling the routing processes. Bridge mode disables the WiFi radio and routing processes on your cable modem/router from your ISP, allowing the EA9500 to do it's thing, and it does it well. If you don't have a "bridge" mode on your current setup, I HIGHLY recommend trading to just a modem from your Internet provider, or better yet, buying a modem so you aren't paying the rental fees from your Internet provider. This will ensure taking full advantage of the EA9500.
Noe: Before buying a new modem, I did have some issues with VoIP dropping calls due to the old modem/WiFi router handling the routing. As soon as I switched the my own modem, these issues went away and I have seen perfect performance.
I ran a speed test on Speedtest.net at using the computer furthest fro the EA9500, and got 45.33 Mbps download speeds and 3.82 Mbps upload speeds. This is more than double the best speeds I received before switching.
One final note, you won't see speeds like I saw if you don't have Internet service that can achieve those speeds, so it may be time to upgrade your plan with your Internet provider to ensure you get the most out of the EA9500.
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Prevent dead zones around your home with the help of this Linksys Wi-Fi range extender. It works with all types of Wi-Fi routers, and it uses multi-user MIMO for speed and efficiency. This Linksys Wi-Fi range extender can be used to create a different access point or to extend the field of the router’s connection.
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Product with Easy Setup
on May 14, 2016
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I have had the Linksys MaxStream RE7000-AC1900 Wall Plug In Range Extender with MU-MIMO for about a week now, and it is amazing. I use it out in my workshop, which is a metal building in my back yard around 100 feet away. In the past, WiFi extenders haven't helped much, as they couldn't penetrate the distance fro my WiFi router combined with the building being metal. This product has eliminated any interference, and is operating amazingly. It is best when paired with an AC (the newest WiFi standard) router, such as the LINKSYS EA9500 MAX-STREAM™ AC5400 TRI-BAND WI-FI ROUTER to reach maximum speeds.
What's in the box: The packaging on the Re7000 is very nice and minimal. Inside, you'll find the warranty card and quick start documents, as well as the unit itself. The ONLY con for this product is that it doesn't include an Ethernet cable, which would be nice as I have a hardwired device in my workshop.
The Setup: It only took about 4 minutes, including opening the package to set it up. The online setup interface is smooth and quick. It also does the nice job of keeping the same SSID name for any signals being repeated, which is nice as everything resides on the same network.
Technical notes: Using this, I now have a speedtest.net rating of 48.24 Mbps download and 3.86 Mbps upload speeds. This is far superior to any results I have ever experienced from any similar product.
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Play games or program tech solutions on the wide 23-inch screen of this HP LED HD monitor. The antiglare flatscreen offers views from any angle, and the 1920 x 1080 display offers super-sharp images. This HP LED HD monitor has HDMI and VGA inputs, letting you connect a variety of peripherals and devices.
is this compatible with HP pavillion p7-1254pc windows 7?
It should be compatible with any PC that has either a VGA output or an HDMI output.
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