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Keep floors and carpets clean with this SHARK® ION™ robotic vacuum. Its smart sensors navigate floors while adapting to and avoiding obstacles, and you can set up no-go areas with Bot Boundary strips. This SHARK® ION™ robotic vacuum has a long-life lithium-ion battery that keeps it operating for a full hour on a single charge.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Improves with use
on October 26, 2017
Posted by: laserw
from Virginia
I have been using a Bissell robot vacuum for several years now and it was time to test something new. There was nothing wrong with the Bissell, but I had a chance to test something two years newer and I wanted to see if this meant anything.
The instructions for this were very clear. I recommend charging this overnight.
First use, I was a bit underwhelmed - it only ran for about an hour and then docked itself to charge and its cleaning was varied and it did not go up against the baseboards like my Bissell does.
Second use was where things improved - lasted over 2 hours and was much more thorough this time around. It really cleans as its brush and capacity in the debris container seems much larger than the Bissell.
This unit after the second test is a great product. It really is worth purchasing and using the remote feature is an added bonus - you can tell it when to run and it will follow the schedule you set. I let it do my house while I was at work. Simply works!
My Best Buy number: 0962634497
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Elevate your entertainment experience with this Dell Alienware Elite gaming mouse. Dynamic lighting effects immerse you in the game, and adjustable DPI settings and a premium optical sensor ensure responsiveness. This Dell Alienware Elite gaming mouse's programmable buttons and adjustable three-position palm rest make it easy to customize your device.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Sweet
on August 28, 2017
Posted by: laserw
from Virginia
This is a real deal mouse - so configurable and it just has a nice heft to it that makes other mice seem cheap.
I did notice (and didn't know) that the bottom black pads need to have the clear tape/protection removed - I was getting frustrated with the use of the mouse - but once I peeled off the protective coating on the underside of the mouse, it worked so much better.
This is a quality piece that has its own Alienware lighting that really looks cool at night.
The cord is also impressive - plenty of length and high quality covering as well.
My Best Buy number: 0962634497
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Navigate virtual realms with this Alienware gaming keyboard. Ambient backlighting makes all-night gaming less of a strain on your eyes, and adjustable legs keep your wrists at an ideal elevation. This Alienware gaming keyboard has a 50 million cycle life on every key for countless hours of game play.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Superb
on August 28, 2017
Posted by: laserw
from Virginia
This is one amazing keyboard.
It features TRUE BACKLIT keys - not just surrounding areas - it looks amazing in the darkness where you can read every key clearly.
Groups of keys are configurable with different colors thanks to the Alienware software.
This key is a true keyboard - not some niblet imitation keys with no tactile travel to them; this reminds me of those classic IBM keyboards from the early 1980's where there is weight and travel to the keys - this keyboard is well made and has real weight to it - it feels solid.
Keyboard case also features alienware lighting on the sides and in the front to add more character to it.
If you like the feel of a classic keyboard and don't mind that it does make sounds when you press keys (mechanical sounds), then this is one serious board.
My Best Buy number: 0962634497
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Whether you’re biking with your family, lounging by the beach, or hanging with friends — music makes the moment even better. That’s why the SoundLink Micro portable Bluetooth speaker was engineered to keep pace with your life and deliver unmatched sound for its size. This outdoor speaker is small but powerful. Thanks to proprietary Bose technology, the SoundLink Micro wireless speaker delivers huge sound and bass, even outdoors. Plus, it has a rugged exterior that resists drops, dents, and scratches, while the soft-touch finish makes it easy to hold in your hand. Attach this portable speaker to your backpack or cooler for on-the-go-tunes thanks to the included tear-resistant silicone straps. And it’s waterproof and dustproof, so you don’t have to worry about it getting accidentally wet or dirty. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery in the Bose SoundLink Micro portable waterproof speaker lets you enjoy up to 6 hours of music that’s deep, rich, and full of life so you can keep the dance party going. Got your hands full? The built-in microphone allows you to take phone calls through the speakerphone and access your phone’s Siri or Google Assistant. Get the most out of your wireless outdoor speaker with the Bose Connect app. Use the app to pair your smartphone or tablet and personalize your settings, unlock product features, keep your software up to date, and more.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Only works with Apple and Android apps
By agrogersmd from KY
Got the Bose SoundLink Micro and the sound is great as with all Bose products but it only works with Apple and Android apps. It will not work with a Windows 10 (or any other Windows) computer, only on a phone or tablet.. I am unsure if it will work with an Apple computer. Bose says this product is waterproof. I haven't tried it and am afraid to do that since the USB charging port is not covered. I have several other waterproof speakers and all ports are covered and sealed. This product is meant to be used on the go (hiking, biking etc). If you aren't going to use it for that you need another bluetooth speaker. The Bose site says you can drop it in the ocean but I am skeptical since like I said the charging port is exposed and I hate to ruin it trying that out. There is little documentation in the package except to tell you to download the app to connect the speaker. I guess I still like some documentation even though I can look it up online. I would have really liked to be able to use this speaker with my computer and /or server. But can't. This speaker is for a certain niche. If you want to use it with your phone on the beach, while hiking or biking it may be for you but otherwise you want another speaker.
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laserw
Virginia
It does work with Windows 10
September 30, 2017
I'd like to correct this -this unit does work with Windows 10 as a bluetooth item - I've successfully connected to Windows 10 on several occasions with success.
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Conquer virtual enemies with this Dell Inspiron desktop. It has an AMD Radeon graphics card with 8GB of dedicated video memory for fast image rendering, and its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM run multiple programs, games and browsers simultaneously. This Dell Inspiron desktop has a 1TB hard drive for plenty of long-term game storage.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Performance Bargain
By laserwizard from Virginia
I know that laptops and tablets are all the rage now and the desktop computer segment has been shrinking for some time.
But this computer might just make you appreciate what desktop computers can do.
Dell wants this computer to be known as a gaming computer, and it delivers on this facet as well as anything that is out there and at a bargain price - if you've ever tried to price the components to make a gaming system, you'll find this dell is one heck of a bargain.
But what if you needed a computer that will let you do video editing and other productivity functions as well?
This computer thus becomes so much more than a gamer - it is a player - a performance player. You can do so much more with this as it comes than just gaming. Edit videos, do graphics work, or run a myriad of different apps at the same time and do real work that you just can't do on a tablet or on one of those "budget" laptops that can take you well into the $700 range or more.
True, you'll need a monitor - if you have HDMI connection, this will work just fine.
This computer can be upgraded to 32 gigs of ram (buy a single 16 gig stick if you can to pair with the one already in the system) and you've got a screamer workhorse that just plain rocks.
This computer looks wicked at night - the blue lighting inside the case that shows off the architectural details of the side panels featuring layered honeycomb clear panel topped by some industrial x bracing and then the horizontal slats that carry over to the front and that blue lit dell logo tops it all off.
This machine right here is an all in one machine that goes from gamer to producer to workhorse as you need it. You won't have to make apologies either because it looks cool.
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laserw
Virginia
2 month followup
October 7, 2017
This is my second Inspiron 5675 - first one had defective hard drive and was replaced without question by Dell within the week.
Now at the two month mark, this replacement unit is no longer working - started with a dell "bios" update and an hour with tech support is indicating defective motherboard.
I was a Dell fanboi from the late 1990's through the middle part of 2000's, but I'm not very impressed with the quality of the components. I had switched entirely to ASUS laptops which have been flawless performers even at their respective budget points of the i3 and i5 entry points.
I'd be hard pressed to recommend this Inspiron 5675 now that it appears to be suspectible to component failures. If there was a computer I've treated with kid gloves, it is this one - I've repaired numerous dell laptops which have been abused without any failures - but none have been treated this well.
I'm now wondering if Dell has cut corners on the product to hit the price point - beauty means nothing if you cannot depend on the actual hardware.
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Conquer virtual enemies with this Dell Inspiron desktop. It has an AMD Radeon graphics card with 8GB of dedicated video memory for fast image rendering, and its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM run multiple programs, games and browsers simultaneously. This Dell Inspiron desktop has a 1TB hard drive for plenty of long-term game storage.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Performance Bargain
By laserwizard from Virginia
I know that laptops and tablets are all the rage now and the desktop computer segment has been shrinking for some time.
But this computer might just make you appreciate what desktop computers can do.
Dell wants this computer to be known as a gaming computer, and it delivers on this facet as well as anything that is out there and at a bargain price - if you've ever tried to price the components to make a gaming system, you'll find this dell is one heck of a bargain.
But what if you needed a computer that will let you do video editing and other productivity functions as well?
This computer thus becomes so much more than a gamer - it is a player - a performance player. You can do so much more with this as it comes than just gaming. Edit videos, do graphics work, or run a myriad of different apps at the same time and do real work that you just can't do on a tablet or on one of those "budget" laptops that can take you well into the $700 range or more.
True, you'll need a monitor - if you have HDMI connection, this will work just fine.
This computer can be upgraded to 32 gigs of ram (buy a single 16 gig stick if you can to pair with the one already in the system) and you've got a screamer workhorse that just plain rocks.
This computer looks wicked at night - the blue lighting inside the case that shows off the architectural details of the side panels featuring layered honeycomb clear panel topped by some industrial x bracing and then the horizontal slats that carry over to the front and that blue lit dell logo tops it all off.
This machine right here is an all in one machine that goes from gamer to producer to workhorse as you need it. You won't have to make apologies either because it looks cool.
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laserw
Virginia
Update on 2 month followup
October 11, 2017
This system is up and running again thanks to the wonderful Dell technician who came out today to fix the unit - replacing the motherboard that was made useless by a Dell bios update delivered on Saturday to my computer.
Throughout the experience of these two computers, Dell has stepped up and delivered. While the technical support call on Saturday night was really futile (I explained that the computer worked perfectly well until the dell update popup for the bios update happened), eventually after an hour the online support concluded that the motherboard had been rendered useless because of a bad bios installation.
Given that Dell has stood behind their product with impeccable overall service, I continue to recommend this product.
I just want to be accurate and honest when something I report on and recommend suffers from some contrary situations.
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Dance the night away with this Sony portable wireless speaker. Its interactive Party Booster sound effects and multicolor lights bring another dimension to the music, and its Party Chain technology lets you wirelessly connect up to 100 speakers. This Sony portable wireless speaker is resistant to rust, dust and waterproof for reliable use outdoors.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
Excellent sound, but...
By laserwizard from Virginia
This bluetooth speaker sounds amazing - much more bass than in most I've tried. If you are playing just audio clips only, this unit is hard to beat. Also if you like your speaker to have a mini light show while the music plays, this unit has a very nice display with banding around it that changes color and some flashing white lights as well.
I found this unit to connect much easier than some others I've tested to whatever you have.
This unit had a nice blue material covering it and it seemed to be of a higher quality than others I have tested. It looked much sharper than I was expecting.
The unit is much larger than some speakers and is also heavier - but it does make up for this heft with superior sound. Plan on charging this for five hours to get a full charge.
And now for the "but"... I continued to have problems using this to watch videos and to use as a speaker for this - only once did I "accidentally" get audio output to sync with the speaking - most times it was like watching a chinese movie with english being dubbed over the original chinese lip movement. I'm sure after practice I will be able to master another audio sync accident, but this performed much worse than cheaper units on sync.
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laserw
Virginia
Additiional comments
March 25, 2018
After using this speaker for 10 days, I have found that this speaker also allows for a "chained" speaker system so that you can connect another similar SONY speaker to this to add a psuedo surround sound with another speaker behind you that is independently configurable for volume. This is a very strong asset that I've been looking for and missing in other bluetooth, portable speakers.
There is still the problem with syncing sound with a video and lips, but for audio, this is a first rate portable speaker system.
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Enjoy an individualized listening experience with these Sony wireless on-ear headphones. Their built-in Bluetooth lets you stream playlists with a paired compatible device, and they last for 20 hours on a single charge for nonstop entertainment all day. These Sony wireless on-ear headphones have a built-in microphone for answering calls hands-free.
 
Overall2 out of 52 out of 5
Uncomfortable. Expensive. Weak Sound
By laserwizard from Virginia
I was really looking forward to this headphone.
These are made by Sony and that used to mean that they would be more than competent. They'd be amazing.
The first thing I noticed about these after charging this unit before testing was how utterly uncomfortable these things are to wear. After trying to get these adjusted to actually fit on my head (I'm not a big skulled person), I found these just didn't feel comfortable. Part of the problem is that these are not really over the ear units - they reside on your ear and the shape of the pads is circular and not ear shaped.
I have a current pair of "over the ear" headphones that are made by Insignia and those are roughly half the price of this Sony unit - they are true over the ear and are extremely comfortable and adjust perfected to the human skull. These Insignia units have their own cradle to charge and to store whereas the Sony has a micro-usb charge cable and no place to store and the cable is not very long.
Once again the contrast between the Sony and the Insignia's is remarkble in favor of the Insignia. Volume control for the Insignia is right on the side of the headphone (outside of an ear cover) and all controls and indicator lights are similarly easy to see at one point.
The Sony hides the controls to nearly underneath the ear cover and is difficult to find if it is on your head; the Insignia was remarkably easier.
Sound reproduction wise, the Sony was a real letdown - these sound like a cheap unit and are not better than the Insignia that I have. I cannot think of any reason I'd use the Sony's over the Insignia other than the Sony supposedly has a microphone (the Insignia does not). I did not bother to test the microphone function because I couldn't stand wearing the headphones. The Sony headphones are less bulky than the Insignia, but I don't ever wear headphones because of how lightweight or small they are - I want great sound and comfort - neither of which the Sony has. I'm sure there are very mobile friendly headphones that are more comfortable than this thing.
Insignia model is sold on Best Buy: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-over-the-ear-wireless-headphones-black/4219008.p?skuId=4219008
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laserw
Virginia
Updated Review
July 5, 2018
I've had the occasion to use these exclusively for the past month, and I'd like to report on the findings.
Bluetooth lag was cured by hooking up firestick through ethernet instead of 5ghz wifi - while there was never any stuttering or lag in picture or sound with non-bluetooth devices, there was always a problem with them; these headsets were not the only afflicted items. Once I connected directly to the wired network, there was virtually no lag between sound and picture. Because of this, I started using these headphones - their lightweight nature is a plus over a longer usage - I never had problems with battery or charging. Eventually the controls which were not intuitive initially became so and they connected quickly when the appropriate button was pushed. The sound was much better than I had originally reported since bluetooth situation was resolved.
I'd rate these as a four star out of five.
While I don't find these as comfortable to wear since they are on the ears and not over them (like my regular set is), this is an acceptable product that should be considered.
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Conquer virtual enemies with this Dell Inspiron desktop. It has an AMD Radeon graphics card with 8GB of dedicated video memory for fast image rendering, and its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM run multiple programs, games and browsers simultaneously. This Dell Inspiron desktop has a 1TB hard drive for plenty of long-term game storage.
 

How the heck do I open the case?

Two screws on the side panel (looking at the back it will be the one on your right) - then use the "lock" bracket to help slide the panel open.
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Navigate virtual realms with this Alienware gaming keyboard. Ambient backlighting makes all-night gaming less of a strain on your eyes, and adjustable legs keep your wrists at an ideal elevation. This Alienware gaming keyboard has a 50 million cycle life on every key for countless hours of game play.
 

hi i have a question does this keyboard only work with a alienware or can it be used on other computers other then alienware thanks

I used it on a new Dell Inspiron gaming tower without any issues - it comes with alienware software to install.
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