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Offer graphics to go with your next client pitch when you load them on this portable Epson business projector. The lightweight projector is easy to bring along and offers 3300 lumens of even color and brightness to bring ideas to life. Featuring HDMI compatibility, this Epson business projector combines stunning video and flawless sound in a one-cable setup.
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5
A Great, Portable Presentation Projector
on March 22, 2018
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from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
The Epson EX3260 SVGA 3LCD Project is a great, compact, portable projector. It is perfect if you do a lot of business presentations, as it can be used in just about any venue. Additionally, the auto-adjustment of the picture tends to get things setup right, with no fuss.
The 3300 lumens are more than adequate for making a presentation, even in some of the brightest of conditions. It can quickly connect to a computer, DVD player, or anything else that uses a VGA cable or HDMI cable to connect. It also includes a speaker, so it is really all you need to bring for your presentation.
It is quick and easy to setup, ensuring you are not bumbling before a presentation, and can maintain a professional, well-prepared look.
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Add music to your day with this portable Sony speaker. Its Live Sound mode broadcasts sound waves in a wider arc for a true concert experience, and the Extra Bass setting deepens the low notes. This water-resistant Sony speaker has flashing lights that sync with the beat to create a party atmosphere wherever you go.
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5
An Awesome Speaker, Especially Outdoors
on March 14, 2018
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from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
The Sony SRS-XB31 is an awesome, fun, Bluetooth speaker. It is great for the whole family, parties, and outdoor activities. If you are using it at night, it has dance lights that can be toggled, for an added layer of fun.
The battery in the SRS-XB31 is awesome, lasting for up to 24 hours! You can also charge your cellphone from the speaker's battery, making it the perfect addition when you are on the go.
It's perfect for by the pool, as it is dust and waterproof. It can also be paired with other similar Sony speakers, allowing you to have up to 100 speakers synced.
I love this speaker, as does my daughter and her friends. In addition to it's lights, when activated, you can tap different parts of the speaker for cool, DJ-like sound effects.
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Extend your next-gen AC Wi-Fi connection in hard-to-reach locations of your home such as the backyard, garage, or bedroom, so you can get blazing AC3000 Wi-Fi speeds to Smart TVs, Blu-ray Disc players, iPads, tablets, laptops, and smartphones. Powerful amplifiers and four high-performance external antennas deliver maximum power and range, allowing everyone in your family to enjoy 4K/HD movie streaming, simultaneous online gaming, social media, and more.The Max-Stream RE9000 tri-band range extender helps you get the most out of your home Wi-Fi by delivering faster speeds than dual-band range extenders. Dedicated backhaul technology maximizes Wi-Fi speeds by assigning a single, dedicated 5 GHz Wi-Fi band to your router. This frees up the remaining two bands to focus exclusively on your streaming media players, game consoles, and other connected devices, so you'll enjoy full-strength Wi-Fi without slowdown or degradation.
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5
An Awesome Range Extender
on March 7, 2018
Posted by: TechGuru
from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
Setup of the Linksys - RE9000 AC3000 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Range Extender is quick and easy. From opening the box to having my new network extension up and running took about 15-20 minutes. It allowed me to extend my home netwrok through a brick wall and a metal wall into my workshed in the back yard. Covering a distance of about 150-175 feet away from the primary router. Speeds in the workshop are good and solid, allowing me to stream HD video with no issues.
It is easy to mount on the wall using two screws, but unlike some smaller WiFi extenders, this unit doesn't just plug in and sit on the electric socket, also known as a "wall wart." It can also be placed on a desk or bookshelf. While the multiple antennas won't wow any people focused on style, the unit is clean and sleek and fits well with most decor.
The Linksys - RE9000 AC3000 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Range Extender is different from many other WiFi extenders, as it does a better job of handling traffic at higher speeds due to its dedicated 5GHz connectiong to your primary router, meaning the data will get to the XXX and pass through it faster.
Another big benefit of this extender is that is has 4 Ethernet ports on the back, whereas most extenders have one, or sometimes none.
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Make your smart home digitally secure with this Bitdefender BOX 2 cybersecurity hub. It protects your connected home and your family from hackers and privacy intruders. You get complete, multilayered cybersecurity for an unlimited number of internet-connected devices. Bitdefender BOX 2 is 100 percent compatible with your home network and lets you control all your connected devices from a single app.
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5
Easy Home Cybersecurity Protection
on March 5, 2018
Posted by: TechGuru
from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
If you are looking for a way to keep all of your devices safe, look no further than the Bitdefender BOX. While older antiviral software, or hardware devices to protect your home don't protect smart devices like Google Home, door locks, etc., the Botdefender BOX handles everything.
The installation was easy, thanks to the option of being able to clone your network, meaning you don;t have to go to each individual device and reconnect it to a new netwrok. You can opt to use your existing WiFi router as well, but I did not try this setup; I used the Bitdefender BOX as my WiFi router.
The Bitdefender BOX is great because it gives you so much control and information over your WiFi and its connections. You can pause devices, opt to get notifications on your phone when new devices are connected to the network, and monitor network activity.
Finally, the Bitdefender BOX offers a wide array of parental controls. You can restrict usage times, devices, websites, and more. It is a great way to not just protect your family from laicious threats, but also to keep a better handle on the amount of "screen time" your children get.
Keep in mind that after the first year, there is a $99/year subscription fee for continued protection, but for the first year, and moving forward, this includes Bitdefender Total Security antivirus software for an unlimited number of devices.
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Garmin Speak™ Plus with Amazon Alexa is what you love about Amazon Alexa, now in your vehicle. Use voice control for hands-free access to music, news, navigation and more. Plus, a built-in dash cam gives you forward collision and lane departure warnings.
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5
More Than Just a Dash Cam
on February 21, 2018
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from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
Everyone should have a dash cam. They are great for proving liability in traffic accidents, catching interesting events on camera, and ensuring you protect your rights. For most dash cams, the benefits stop there. Enter the Garmin Speak Plus: an Alexa-powered smart assistant that includes a simple navigation display, Alexa functionality, AND a dash cam.
The installation is quick and easy, as the Garmin Speak Plus comes with a 12 foot micro USB cable, giving you plenty of length for a clean installation. The camera itself mounts to your windshield, typically placed slightly under the rear-view mirror or in the upper corner of the driver's side of the windshield.
Once installed, the device needs to connect to your smart phone to utilize the Alexa features, including controlling music play-back, etc. Once setup, the Garmin Speak Plus can be controlled with your voice just like any other Alexa device.
Overall, the voice recognition, music playback utilizing my car's Bluetooth system, and the video quality are great. This is a simple solution to many driving needs, with an easy to learn, hands-free interface. I'd recommend it for even the most novice of user.
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Cut The Cord with AirTV Player. Stream movies, TV, music and other content using a wide range of apps, including Netflix, SlingTV, Google Play and many more from the Google Play Store all with AirTV Player. AirTV’s streaming platform integrates local over-the-air (OTA) programming with your streaming services. The AirTV Adapter and an OTA antenna provide local channels like ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX, without a monthly cable bill.
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3
Fine for Those on an Extra Tight Budget, But...
on February 20, 2018
Posted by: TechGuru
from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
The AirTV Streaming/Live TV box, which is powered by Android, is nice if you have an extremely limited budget. If you are looking for a way to "cut-the-cord," through a combination of live, OTA (Over-the-Air) channels and streaming apps, then I believe you are better off buying a new TV with Roku integrated. For about 3 times the price of the AirTV, you can buy a 55" TCL 4k smart TV.
Had this device come out about three years ago, it would have been an amazing deal, but I would much prefer having all of the available features I have integrated into my TV, and 4k to boot, than just upgrading an old TV to a smart TV with this box.
The AirTV works great, don't get me wrong, and if you are on an incredibly fixed budget AND want OTA TV channel integrated into your apps and services, then this is the way to go. IT does have an excellent user interface, and a high emphasis on Sling TV, a live TV streaming service, and works well with that integration.
Also, keep in mind that while this is an Android powered device, it's primary use is for streaming video. Don't expect many games to be compatible with it.
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Only at Best BuyCut the cable with this Mohu Leaf Supreme indoor antenna. It has a 65-mile range to pick up HD over-the-air channels for an enhanced entertainment experience, and its unique SignaLift technology brings in UHF and VHF channels with a clear picture. This Mohu Leaf Supreme indoor antenna has a discreet appearance to blend in with your living space.
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5
The Best Indoor Antenna
on December 29, 2017
Posted by: TechGuru
from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
The Mohu Leaf Supreme indoor antenna is a very flexible solution for cord-cutter, people who don't want to continue paying the ever-rising price of cable TV. Its high-tech design allows it to be paper thin. This, compared with being multi-directional, means that there is no fuss getting it set up. It doesn't need to be placed in a specific direction, and it can even go behind pictures, bookshelves, or anything else that could hide it.
The set up is quick and easy, as it just requires attaching it to the wall, and attaching the coaxial cable to your TV, VCR, or other receiver.
I have tried many indoor antennas in an attempt to "cut-the-cable," and I think I've finally found a winner; It works great, and is simple, like an antenna should be.
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Brighten your day and night with this Philips Being Hue ceiling light. The dimming function lets you set an ambience for different moods, and it works with the Philips Hue dimmer switch and mobile app for versatile control. The ZigBee technology of this 32W Philips Being Hue ceiling lamp provides smooth, efficient interoperability with multiple Hue lighting units.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect for Anyone Who Works From Home
on December 14, 2017
Posted by: TechGuru
from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
The Philips Hue Flushlmount is beautiful. It integrates well with many design styles, from modern to rustic. It just seems to fit in about anywhere. Add in that it can be controlled by figital assisstants, like Google Home, Alexa, and Siri, and you have a wonderful addition to any room in your home.
Not only does this serve as a typical light, but through the Hue Experience app, you can use this light as a "sunlight simulator," to wake you up naturally in the mornings. The light gradually gets brighter and brighter, ensuring you wake up refresshed and relaxed, as opposed to being jarred awake by a noisy alarm clock.
You can also set any kind of mood with the Philips Hue Flushmount, from a focus on concentration for a work-like environment, to a relaxing, warm light that will be a nice end to your day. Since the light is adjustable, you don't have to stick with one setting, which is great for those who work from home and have many rooms they use for multiple purposes, depending on the time of day.
I believe that a Philips Hue Bridge is required to use the Philips Hue Flushmount as anything but a light that turns on and off, and I highly recommend to ensure you get the most out of this lighting system.
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Answer Skype audio calls hands-free with this voice-activated harman/kardon Invoke speaker. It's made with premium materials to project music powerfully without sacrificing sound quality from a 360-degree metal cabinet. This harman/kardon Invoke speaker includes Microsoft virtual assistant Cortana to answer questions and smart home technology to streamline tasks.
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5
The First Cortana Smart Speaker
on December 9, 2017
Posted by: TechGuru
from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
The Harman Kardon Invoke is a great looking smart speaker. It has a sleek design that fits in with most any environment, and has a power cable that is easy to hide.
Setup is very easy, with plenty of verbal prompts to help even the least tech savvy users get the smart speaker set up quickly. The companion app is available for Windows, Android, or IOS, so this isn't a Microsoft specific product, except that you do need to have or create a Microsoft account.
Once the set up is done, you'll be working with Cortana, Microsoft's digital assisstant, whose name comes from an Artificial Intelligence from the video game series Halo. Cortana is similar to "OK Google" and Apple's "Siri." Cortana is responsive, and didn't have any trouble understanding me.
The audio quality of the Harman Kardon Invoke is excellent, and fills small to mid-sized rooms really well.
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Train with technology and maximize your run with this ProSense GPS running watch. Featuring built-in GPS, this lightweight watch logs your route, tracks your pace and even measures your stride length to chart your progress. CardioSense on-wrist heart rate monitoring helps keep your run heart healthy, while smart notifications on this ProSense GPS running watch alert you to calls and messages.
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4
A Great Fitness Tracker with GPS
on December 8, 2017
Posted by: TechGuru
from Oklahoma City, OK, USA
The Epson ProSense 17 GPS running watch is a no frills aproach to fitness tracking for runners. It includes GPS tracking so you can save and revisit your walks, runs, and hikes. On the down side, it is not waterproof, so swimming activities can't be tracked.
The Epson ProSense 17 does connect to your smartphone, providing notifications when goals are met, as well as music controls, and with the Epson View app, you can view your specific runs, activity levels over a set timeline, set goals, etc.
If you are wanting to track activities, this is a great solution, but if you are wanting "smart watch" functionality, then this probably isn't the watch for you.
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Keep your devices powered on the go with the Belkin BOOSTCHARGE 36W Dual Port PPS Car Charger. It boasts two 18W USB-C Ports, both of which support simultaneous fast charging for all PD-Enabled devices. This 36 watt charger is equipped with PPS technology, which allows for optimized charging with compatible devices by dynamically negotiating the best charging voltage. It’s packed with the latest USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 and PPS technologies, working together to safely deliver the ideal amount of fast power to the device it’s connected to. Optimized to charge all USB-A and USB-C compatible devices faster than a standard 5w Charger. Compatible with Apple iPhone 14, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone XR, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, HTC U12+, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10, Google Pixel 3 XL, Google Pixel 3, iPad Pro (12.9") 2nd Gen, iPad Pro (10.5"), Huawei Mate 20, Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Huawei P30/P30 Pro, Sony Xperia XZ2
The description for this product is incorrect and sparse at best. Please update.
AGREED! The desciption seems to indicate that it has BOTH USB-A and USB-C ports. This is incorrect, it only has USB-C connections. The description should be fixed immediately.
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Cut The Cord with AirTV Player. Stream movies, TV, music and other content using a wide range of apps, including Netflix, SlingTV, Google Play and many more from the Google Play Store all with AirTV Player. AirTV’s streaming platform integrates local over-the-air (OTA) programming with your streaming services. The AirTV Adapter and an OTA antenna provide local channels like ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX, without a monthly cable bill.
I’m confused. How/ where does it get ota channels? Is there an antenna that comes with it? Similar to the digital antenna I use now for local channels? Or does it get the local ota channels and stream to device via the internet?
It actually has a coaxial cable plug-in so that you can use any OTA antenna with it.You should be able to use the digital antenna you mentioned in your question. That said, you can get a new, Smart 4k TV for around $300-$450, so I would go that route unless you are on an extremely tight budget. 4k, plus Roku is a much better option in my opinion. If nothing else, Roku isn't going anywhere.
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Showcase video adventures in Full HD with this 24.5-inch HP Omen gaming display. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time let you play fast-action games seamlessly, and it has HDMI, DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports for versatile connectivity. This HP Omen gaming display has a built-in headphone hook for easy organization.
Does this monitor have built-in speakers?
Showcase video adventures in Full HD with this 24.5-inch HP Omen gaming display. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time let you play fast-action games seamlessly, and it has HDMI, DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports for versatile connectivity. This HP Omen gaming display has a built-in headphone hook for easy organization.
Does it have Freesync?
Yes, the HP Omen 25 monitor supports Freesync, whereas the HP Omen 27 supports G-Sync, a proprietary NVIDIA alternative that requires an NVIDIA GPU.
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Showcase video adventures in Full HD with this 24.5-inch HP Omen gaming display. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time let you play fast-action games seamlessly, and it has HDMI, DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports for versatile connectivity. This HP Omen gaming display has a built-in headphone hook for easy organization.
Is this a Freesync monitor? I keep getting conflicting information.
Yes, the HP Omen 25 supports Freesync. The HP Omen 27, on the other hand, supports G-Sync, an alternative to Freesync that requires NVIDIA GPUs to work.
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Wake up to a delicious cup of java with this Ninja Coffee Bar glass carafe system. The 10-cup pitcher holds 50 oz. of coffee when entertaining or brews a single cup at a time, prepared at the infusion level of your choice. This Ninja Coffee Bar glass carafe system has a built-in frother for hot and cold drink creations.
Does the coffee bar good rich ice coffee
Yes, the Ninja Coffee Bar has a special brewing setting for iced coffees, and they are delicious.
7 years, 6 months ago
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
does it support AT&T Digital life and its Nest devices and thermostats that are attached to the system ?
It supports Nest devices, but you would have to contact AT&T about future integration, but currently it isn't supported.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Does this support Sonos? iTunes?
No, not at this time. IT also doesn't support Amazon Music. It currently only supports Google Play Music, Spotify, Pandora, and YouTube Music.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Can this be used if the phone the main account is tied to is not at home? IE: Could my wife ask it to play music from Google Play if I'm not there? I'm not asking about family accounts but if this will remember my account if my phone isn't around?
Yes, Google Home will work regardless of if the primary account holder is around. Great question!
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Does google home has an accesory for lock and unlock doors?
Yes, you must make sure your door locks are compatible, but it does support this function.
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