WesternSky's stats
- Review count193
- Helpfulness votes2,447
- First reviewMarch 24, 2014
- Last reviewMay 15, 2024
- Featured reviews0
- Average rating4.8
- Review comment count3
- Helpfulness votes44
- First review commentJanuary 29, 2013
- Last review commentJune 12, 2017
- Featured review comments0
Questions
- Question count0
- Helpfulness votes0
- First questionNone
- Last questionNone
- Featured questions0
- Answer count49
- Helpfulness votes70
- First answerMarch 26, 2014
- Last answerDecember 13, 2021
- Featured answers0
- Best answers8
Concoct a variety of coffee-based beverages with this combination DeLonghi coffee maker and espresso machine. Its cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of brew on your schedule. This DeLonghi coffee maker and espresso machine also makes lattes and hot chocolate.
Customer Rating
5
Coffee Drinkers Heaven
on June 6, 2017
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
Our home is a coffee drinkers paradise, so the receipt of the DeLonghi was highly anticipated and welcomed. This household consumes at least 16 cups of coffee per day, which does not include the consumption of Cuban Coffee (Turkish/Greek Coffee as others call it) which is currently brewed through non-conventional means. What is meant by that is that Cuban/Turkish/Greek Coffee is not made with a specialty "coffee maker".
The DeLonghi is designed for the brewing of a variety of coffee-based beverages such as American Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes, Hot Chocolate, as well as Cuban/Turkish and Greek coffees. It's cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of your favorite brew on your personalized schedule. Great news for those users that like the option of using and brewing specialized coffees with ESE pods, as this machines allows for the use of them.
The DeLonghi has a quite a few niceties (some of which I will mention here, and others later on in my review), such as auto shut-off which promotes safe operation. This feature will turn your machine off after 2 hours. The unit has water filtration which helps you achieve that perfect cup of coffee. Also standard with this unit is a cup warmer. NICE touch!
This unit has a removable water tank which allows for easy refilling for when making Espresso, Cappuccino, Cuban, and Greek/Turkish coffee. Just detach the water tank and fill it underneath your kitchen sink faucet. YES! It should be noted the the drip coffee maker has a separate water supply which is not removable. This means that you have to fill the water tank by adding water via a pull out assembly that harbors that coffee filter housing. Noteworthy is the fact that the DeLonghi does not have that "plastic smell " which is almost always present in new coffee makers. Thank Goodness! A word concerning the coffee filter. The unit comes with a permanent metal mesh filter, meaning that you can throw out your paper filters! No more fumbling at 6:00 am trying to separate a paper coffee filter from that multi-pack! There is a removable drip tray keeps your counter tops nice and clean.The drip tray has a hidden "float" and when the water level get too high, the "tip" of the float sticks out through the grill which alerts you to spill out the excess water. This is very cool. This unit also comes with a cup warming surface located on-top of the machine. This is real nice, as many coffee drinkers are located in cold climates and the extra hand warmth feels nice.
The Delonghi comes with a professional style filter holders, both small and large. The filter holder has a very tight fit when attached to the unit. This is a must, as your Espresso and Cappuccinos are brewed under pressure. You certainly don't want a loose fit when brewing your favorites. A word about brewing American Coffee. The DeLonghi has a setting 1- 4 cups which allows for the slow brewing of your coffee. This setting allows the water to slowly be dripped onto the coffee grounds making for stronger coffee. If you have never had a unit with this option, you are in for a treat as they really work. I am not going to provide a review as to the taste of the coffee, lattes, etc as every ones taste is personal. The DeLonghi worked as advertised, and there are no complaints here. Enjoy your coffee.
The DeLonghi is designed for the brewing of a variety of coffee-based beverages such as American Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes, Hot Chocolate, as well as Cuban/Turkish and Greek coffees. It's cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of your favorite brew on your personalized schedule. Great news for those users that like the option of using and brewing specialized coffees with ESE pods, as this machines allows for the use of them.
The DeLonghi has a quite a few niceties (some of which I will mention here, and others later on in my review), such as auto shut-off which promotes safe operation. This feature will turn your machine off after 2 hours. The unit has water filtration which helps you achieve that perfect cup of coffee. Also standard with this unit is a cup warmer. NICE touch!
This unit has a removable water tank which allows for easy refilling for when making Espresso, Cappuccino, Cuban, and Greek/Turkish coffee. Just detach the water tank and fill it underneath your kitchen sink faucet. YES! It should be noted the the drip coffee maker has a separate water supply which is not removable. This means that you have to fill the water tank by adding water via a pull out assembly that harbors that coffee filter housing. Noteworthy is the fact that the DeLonghi does not have that "plastic smell " which is almost always present in new coffee makers. Thank Goodness! A word concerning the coffee filter. The unit comes with a permanent metal mesh filter, meaning that you can throw out your paper filters! No more fumbling at 6:00 am trying to separate a paper coffee filter from that multi-pack! There is a removable drip tray keeps your counter tops nice and clean.The drip tray has a hidden "float" and when the water level get too high, the "tip" of the float sticks out through the grill which alerts you to spill out the excess water. This is very cool. This unit also comes with a cup warming surface located on-top of the machine. This is real nice, as many coffee drinkers are located in cold climates and the extra hand warmth feels nice.
The Delonghi comes with a professional style filter holders, both small and large. The filter holder has a very tight fit when attached to the unit. This is a must, as your Espresso and Cappuccinos are brewed under pressure. You certainly don't want a loose fit when brewing your favorites. A word about brewing American Coffee. The DeLonghi has a setting 1- 4 cups which allows for the slow brewing of your coffee. This setting allows the water to slowly be dripped onto the coffee grounds making for stronger coffee. If you have never had a unit with this option, you are in for a treat as they really work. I am not going to provide a review as to the taste of the coffee, lattes, etc as every ones taste is personal. The DeLonghi worked as advertised, and there are no complaints here. Enjoy your coffee.
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+76points
88of 100voted this as helpful.
Listen to music hands-free with this LG wireless headset. It lets you answer or ignore a call with voice commands, and the wireless earbuds charge when they're resting inside the neckband, ensuring they're ready for use. The neckband of this LG wireless headset provides vibration alerts for incoming calls and texts, so you'll never miss a message.
Customer Rating
5
Hearing is believing!
on May 18, 2017
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I was really excited to receive the LG Wireless In-Ear Headphones and couldn't wait to give them a try. Being an active person and tired of my headphone cords getting caught up when I garden, or when I'm out and about on one of my daily walks, I was happy that these headphones entered the market.
These headphones are wonderful since they connect via Bluetooth to my phone (IPhone 7 plus) and don't get in the way while I'm being active. There are no wires that are connected to your earbuds, meaning that you have total freedom. Sweet! I had no problem pairing these with my iPhone. I just opened the settings in my phone and selected the product name. Everything else was automatic as far as the pairing procedure was concerned.
I am a huge music fan and the sound on these headphones is awesome. They are definitely better than the headphones and earbuds that I currently own (and I own around 6 different pairs). They have more bass as well as depth in general. These headphones will unlock all of the subtleties of your music. These headphones stayed in my ears very well. They are very comfortable to wear and felt great. Battery life is advertised around 3 hours with earbuds detached from the neckband, which I believe to be a good amount of music playing time.
Here is one of the really great thing about this product. Once your earbuds are depleted of their battery life, you can charge them without plugging them into a wall socket! All you have to do is place your earbuds back into the neckband and they start to charge. It's like have an extra (external power supply) with you especially if you are away from your home. I do find it a little strange that when on a call, the left earbud is the only one that works while engaged during the call as was indicated in the operating instructions. To compensate for one earbud, I did have to raise the volume a bit. Also while on a calls, I did ask the other parties if they heard me ok, to which everyone said yes. The receiving parties did not complain or experience any "trashcan" or "echoes" on their side.
I do recommend that you download the Tone & Talk application especially if you plan to use this product with your phone, as you will have the opportunity to adjust the equalizer settings with more/less bass, more/less treble, or back to normal settings. You can also add more overall volume to your earbuds with this application. I did find it a little annoying, that when adjusting the equalizer from setting to setting, that you hear a "tone" during each operation. Other than that, the application is definitely worth the download.
Overall, a great pair of headphones! Another winning product from LG! Buy 'em.
These headphones are wonderful since they connect via Bluetooth to my phone (IPhone 7 plus) and don't get in the way while I'm being active. There are no wires that are connected to your earbuds, meaning that you have total freedom. Sweet! I had no problem pairing these with my iPhone. I just opened the settings in my phone and selected the product name. Everything else was automatic as far as the pairing procedure was concerned.
I am a huge music fan and the sound on these headphones is awesome. They are definitely better than the headphones and earbuds that I currently own (and I own around 6 different pairs). They have more bass as well as depth in general. These headphones will unlock all of the subtleties of your music. These headphones stayed in my ears very well. They are very comfortable to wear and felt great. Battery life is advertised around 3 hours with earbuds detached from the neckband, which I believe to be a good amount of music playing time.
Here is one of the really great thing about this product. Once your earbuds are depleted of their battery life, you can charge them without plugging them into a wall socket! All you have to do is place your earbuds back into the neckband and they start to charge. It's like have an extra (external power supply) with you especially if you are away from your home. I do find it a little strange that when on a call, the left earbud is the only one that works while engaged during the call as was indicated in the operating instructions. To compensate for one earbud, I did have to raise the volume a bit. Also while on a calls, I did ask the other parties if they heard me ok, to which everyone said yes. The receiving parties did not complain or experience any "trashcan" or "echoes" on their side.
I do recommend that you download the Tone & Talk application especially if you plan to use this product with your phone, as you will have the opportunity to adjust the equalizer settings with more/less bass, more/less treble, or back to normal settings. You can also add more overall volume to your earbuds with this application. I did find it a little annoying, that when adjusting the equalizer from setting to setting, that you hear a "tone" during each operation. Other than that, the application is definitely worth the download.
Overall, a great pair of headphones! Another winning product from LG! Buy 'em.
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+54points
54of 54voted this as helpful.
Replace the keyboard of your Microsoft Surface Pro 7, 6, 5 or 4 with this silver Brydge keyboard. It conveniently lets you open the screen at your preferred viewing angle without a kickstand, and its backlit keys increase visibility in low light working environments. This Brydge keyboard is lightweight, so it doesn't add extra bulk to your device.
Customer Rating
5
Pure Performance
on May 17, 2017
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I currently own a Microsoft Surface Pro laptop and could not wait to try out the Brydge 12.3 Wireless Keyboard. Once I unpacked the item setup was quick and easy. This unit feels like a premium keyboard and I had no issues typing. There was no lag time in getting used to or adjusting to the keyboard. The touch and springiness of the keyboard responded well and felt great. Palm-rests were located in a good area and felt adequate.The trackpad is a little smaller then regular sized keyboards, not to worry, as the functionality was not hampered in any way shape or form. The trackpaid has very smooth functioning and great responsiveness. No issue here. I've never owned a computer that had a back-light capability, so this unit made my day. This unit has LED backlit keys which makes it possible to use your computer in no light, or low light rooms. For those users who use a laptop computer whose keys are not backlit, you will certainly appreciate this feature. No more running to turn on the room lights to use your computer. NICE! Very Nice! The keyboard weighs just under one and a half pounds. Once the computer and keyboard are attached, you feel as if your unit is one piece. There was no looseness that was detected by me. The keyboard firmly grips your Microsoft Surface Pro and provides excellent stability. The unit once placed on a flat surface (such as ta table) stays put. Absolutely no cheap feeling here. The construction of the keyboard seems very solid. Pure quality. You will lose some minor rotational distance when the keyboard is attached to your Surface Pro (160 degrees is the advertised viewing angel) but that is to be expected. I really don't think this is a downside, as there is more than enough viewing angle to use your computer comfortably. Are you wondering about battery life? Three months is the advertised length and it's rechargeable. WOW! I really have no complaints with the Brydge and I'm quite happy to own it. It is a welcomed edition to any user that wants a sophisticated keyboard with great responsiveness. You'll be very happy to own this product, as I highly recommend it.
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+83points
83of 83voted this as helpful.
Panasonic Nanoe Hair Dryer: Achieve your perfect style with this versatile blow dryer's 2 speeds, 3 heat settings and 3 included nozzles. Nanoe technology adds volume and infuses moisture for dry hair that won't dry out.
Customer Rating
5
Professional Dryer
on May 3, 2017
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I couldn't wait to try out this hair dryer. This unit has 1,875 watts of power, which is more than enough power to dry long hair. The Panasonic Nanoe has 3 different heat settings (from low to high). It also features a cool shot button, which allows you to throttle down the heat to prevent your dryer from over-drying your hair. This unit boasts noise levels at 87 decibels, which is easily one of the quietest hair dryers that I've ever used. The dryer is easy to hold, is light and has a good feel in your hand. The Nanoe technology seems to keep my hair moisture at an acceptable level. After use my hair retains its natural shine and softness. The unit comes with a (LONG) 9-foot electrical cord. No extension cords needed with this one. NICE! The Nanoe comes with several attachments (a concentrator, a quick dry nozzle, and a diffuser). You will have to try out each attachment and see which one/s work for you the best. All of the attachments are a welcomed addition and I used them all. Warranty is advertised at a length of 2 years, which is a decent amount of time. Overall, the Panasonic Nanoe hair dryer is a pleasure to own and use. You won't be disappointed with this choice. Great product.
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+46points
46of 46voted this as helpful.
Clean carpets, couches and stairs easily with this adaptable Dyson Ball Animal vacuum. Various attachments, including a tangle-free turbine tool, a multi-angle brush and a stair tool make pet hair removal quick and simple. The Dyson Ball Animal vacuum comes with a generous 35-foot cord, making it ideal for larger homes.
Customer Rating
5
DYSON ROCKS
on April 5, 2017
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
Let me start off by saying that I have a 1900 square foot house, that has some carpeting and lots of tiles. Since we own a parrot, we constantly have lots of tiny feathers and small bird seeds everywhere. Feathers are blown around by our AC units and tracked all of the house by foot traffic. Using our current vacuum never manages to pick up all of the feathers and or floor debris. The Dyson is way better than anything that we have used in the past. It's power and responsiveness is great. We seem to feel that that our overall vacuuming time has been shortened by using this unit. There are no bags to replace and emptying the unit is a snap. The Dyson cleans up all the small bird seeds that other vacuums seem to throw to other parts of the house. NICE! Switching between a tile floor and our carpets was no problem, as this unit is self adjusting.The unit did not even blink an eye, as you vacuum from one height to another. This unit comes with a turbine hand held unit for smaller areas and stairs. I don't have stairs to try it out on, but I do have some tight spaces that the upright can't reach. That's when the hand held attachment comes in real hand. Overall, you won't be disappointed with this unit. Great job DYSON!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+44points
46of 48voted this as helpful.
Keep your SoundLink Revolve or Revolve+ Bluetooth speaker charged and ready to go, with the SoundLink Revolve charging dock. It’s a convenient home base for your speaker, and you can play your music while it charges. Just plug the wall charger included with your speaker into the cradle. Available in Black.
Customer Rating
5
BOSE ROCKS
on April 1, 2017
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
The BOSE Soundlink charging cradle rocks. This cradle is used in conjunction with the Bose Soundlink Revolve + speaker, which incidentally has absolutely amazing sound reproduction capabilities. Pairing with my IPhone was quick and flawless. It took all of 3 seconds to complete the process. You can either leave the speaker directly on-top of the cradle to play your favorite tunes, or move just the speaker anywhere your choose. Having the capability to charge your speaker and then taking it with you minus the wires is fantastic! SUPER NICE. Look no further, as Bose will make you happy.
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+34points
37of 40voted this as helpful.
Enjoy your music while training with these Under Armour wireless headphones. These audio devices are sweat proof and have TwistLock technology to keep the earpieces in place through any workout. Designed by JBL, these Under Armour wireless headphones meet the highest audio standards and provide up to 8 hours of battery life to last many workouts.
Customer Rating
5
Music to my ears! Fantastic!
on January 28, 2017
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I'm an avid weightlifter and I was tired of my headphone cords getting caught up when I was working out. Enter these headphones..These headphones are wonderful since they connect via Bluetooth to my phone and don't get in the way when I'm working out. I'm no audiophile by any means but I am a huge music fan. The sound on these is phenomenal. They are definitely better than the Apple headphones that came with my iPhone. They have more base as well as depth in general than any headphones I've ever owned. I've been hearing base and levels in my music that I never knew existed until I tried on these headphones! They have great noise cancelling also! When fitted properly, they stay in my ear very well. There are two pieces on the headphone where you customize the size to ensure this. There is a part that goes into your ear canal itself and there is a piece that fits into the outer ridges of your ear. These two pieces come in multiple sizes to ensure they fit snugly into anyone's ear. It took me about 10 minutes of trying on different sizes to find my ideal fit. They are very comfortable once fitted properly. The max volume on these is loud. Turned all the way down, these headphones are even still too loud for me! Also if you want to skip songs, it's a bit different than on Apple headphones. Instead of double pressing the middle button to skip a track, press the top button for 1.5 seconds. Similarly, to go back a song, press the bottom button for 1.5 seconds.
I had no problem pairing these with both my iPhone 6s and my 2010 MacBook Pro. Battery life on these seems to be excellent. I've been using them for about an hour, and they are still nearly fully charged.
Overall, a great pair of headphones!
I had no problem pairing these with both my iPhone 6s and my 2010 MacBook Pro. Battery life on these seems to be excellent. I've been using them for about an hour, and they are still nearly fully charged.
Overall, a great pair of headphones!
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+59points
59of 59voted this as helpful.
Arlo Pro takes the worrying out of life with the 100% Wire-Free indoor/outdoor home monitoring system. Arlo Pro includes rechargeable batteries, motion and sound-activated alerts, 2-way audio, a 100+ decibel siren, and 7 days of free cloud HD video recordings. Arlo covers every angle to help keep you safe and protected.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Surveillance
on December 15, 2016
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This is my first experience with a home security system with camera surveillance capabilities. Set-up instructions were very clear, concise, and very easy to understand and follow. For me, there were no unanswered questions or guesswork with any of the simple set-up steps. Battery installation was a snap, literally. Insert battery into the HD camera and your done! Plug in your home base with the supplied power cord and connect the Ethernet cable to your modem and your done! Synching the two cameras took less than 1 minute. From here all you have to do is download the ARLO application into your smartphone, set up an account and your set. The ARLO application is available from the Google Play Store. Account set-up took about 2 minutes. How easy is that? The ARLO app is great, and very simple to use. It should take you a few short minutes to figure out the settings, and how to use the app. If I can do it, you can do it. This app will send you email alerts to your phone or computer when motion is detected inside of the camera range. The email will contain the video clip footage from the camera which sensed the motion. How cool is that? If something doesn't look kosher, you can call the police and have them respond to your home. You can also hear or speak through the ARLO camera by using your smartphone when you are away from home. The ARLO cameras are really nice. They have a very solid feel to them. They are HD cameras, and they produce a very clear image. An extra plus is that they are wireless. Fantastic! No hard wiring to do, which is one less thing to worry about. The ARLO Pro system met my expectations in many ways. The one thing that I am surprised to have found is that the camera/s itself magnetically adhere to the wall mount. I would imagine that if your are going to use any or all of your cameras outside your home or business, you should keep in mind that the camera/s should be mounted with enough height in order to preclude someone from stealing your camera/s as they are not locked in place. I am surprised that the system to mount the cameras was not designed with some type of locking mechanism. The ARLO Pro has: A Siren which can be activated remotely through your phone, cameras are weatherproof, you get free Cloud recording, batteries are rechargeable, and the system has night vision to name just a few. On a closing note, I find the ARLO Pro to be a solid product and is high on my recommendation list. Buy one.
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+62points
99of 136voted this as helpful.
Keep unwanted hair to a minimum with this Philips grooming tool. The waterproof design lets you use it in the shower, and eight attachments make this trimmer perfect for grooming different sections of the face. This Philips grooming tool has a turbo setting to increase cutting speed, and it charges in just one hour to reduce wait time.
Customer Rating
5
Good Performance
on November 15, 2016
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This is my first experience with a high performance groom and body trimmer. The overall charge time was pretty fast as the unit did not have any charge when received. What's nice about the charging of this unit is that if you run out of a charge during your grooming routine, all you have to do is plug it in for 5 minutes and you get 5 minutes worth of grooming time. Nice touch! The unit comes with quite a few attachments, such as a nose trimmer, beard trimming attachments, hair clipping comb, a body trimming attachment and others. The amount of differing attachments is quite generous. I am putting a note in concerning the bodygroom shaver. The bodygroom shaver is meant for grooming below the neck. It is not really for facial shaving, as the shaving head is quite small. Please do not construe this a being a negative comment as this unit is not advertised as a shaver. A great plus to the Philips Norelco unit is that you can take it in a shower with you. That in itself is an amazing plus. The unit has a 60 minute run time, has self sharpening blades, a turbo boost for quicker cutting on very dense hair and a nice leather carrying case. Thr unit performed very well in trimming my hair and I have no complaints. Overall I am very happy to own this. Buy one.
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+46points
47of 48voted this as helpful.
Only at Best Buy Acer Aspire R 15 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Combine work and play with this Acer Aspire convertible laptop. Its 15.6-inch 360-degree hinged monitor and touch screen provide the freedom of a laptop and a tablet in a single device. This Acer Aspire convertible laptop comes with 12GB of RAM, an Intel Core i7 CPU and 1TB hard drive to accommodate high-end computing needs.
Customer Rating
5
Blazing Hot!
on November 5, 2016
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
The Acer R15 is amazing. After unpacking the laptop I charged the unit for a few short minutes as the battery was almost fully charged upon arrival. The first boot-up of the unit went as expected and was uneventful. After setting up my internet connection, Microsoft pushed down some automatic updates to WIndows 10 operating system. I own two other computers (one desktop model and one laptop) both made by other computer companies. The speed of the Acer is outstanding as compared to my other computers. The processor is very fast, and when you switch between programs it happens in a flash! There is no lag time, and you won't see that dreaded egg timer symbol. Pure speed. This unit has 12 GB of DDR4 memory which is very generous indeed. The laptop even after hours of usage does not run 'hot'. It's great that you can lean the unit on your lap and not have to shift it around to cool it down. Very nice. The Acer has a backlit keyboard, which is great when you're in a dimly lit room. No more struggling to see the keyboard in the dark. You have the option of shutting off the keyboard lighting by depressing the Fn F9 buttons. This laptop also doubles as a 'tablet'. All you have to do is fold the unit into the desired position and you're ready to go. The screen is touch sensitive. This computer is loaded with a lot of niceties'. The unit is advertised with up to 8 hours of battery life, has USB 3.1, I7 Intel processor, HDMI, and on and on. I don't think you will be disappointed with the units specifications. I found the output and sound of the speakers to be just fine. After all you are not purchasing a boom-box. On a closing note the unit has a huge storage capability, as it comes with one Terabyte of space. More than enough for storage of all of your photographs and documents. Overall this laptop is an absolute winner and has my vote of confidence.
My Best Buy number: 0964893342
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+36points
36of 36voted this as helpful.
WesternSky's Review Comments
Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70–300mm f/4.5–5.6G IF-ED Telephoto Zoom Lens: Leave the tripod at home and create stunning still images and HD videos from any distance with this Nikon telephoto zoom lens. The versatile focal length allows you to capture intricately detailed photos of sports events, wildlife and distant scenery. Vibration reduction technology reduces blur caused by camera shake for crystal clear handheld photos and action shots.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5This is a must have lens!
By grammylovestodance
from Western Ohio
I love this lens, it works perfect with my Nikon D800 and barely comes off my camera!
WesternSky
Florida
Nikon 70-300 MM AFS
January 29, 2013
Purchased this lens about 18 months ago for my Nikon D7000. Lens is very fast with focusing, and takes great shots. It has never disappointed me. Great for wildlife, zoos, everglades, sports events, etc. Buy it!
0points
0of 0voted this comment as helpful.
Browse the internet or play your favorite apps on this Acer tablet. It runs on an Android operating system and is powered by a quad-core 64-bit processor for full functionality. Google Mobile Services and Microsoft Office Suite are preloaded on this Acer tablet for out-of-the-box work or play capabilities, and DTS-HD Premium Sound lets you enjoy videos.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Dynamite Tablet
By WesternSky
The Acer Tablet is an absolute delight. This is my fist experience with a tablet and what a nice surprise. My whole family doesn't want to put it down! The processor is fast, doesn't get hot even after extended periods of use and does most everything my home computer does. The tablet keyboard is very responsive and has a great feel to it. So far battery life has been amazing. Lots of use with SKYPE, emails, and internet browsing and battery life indicates plenty of charge. Having a great battery life will make you very happy. The tablet is very lightweight and has a great color display. The Acer tablet is very simple to operate, which is another plus. I am totally satisfied and very happy to own this product. This is an overall great tablet. Buy one.
WesternSky
Florida
Not so dynamite
December 14, 2016
I have to honestly put some updates to my review of this item. One or two days after the posting of my review this tablet become inoperable. Acer customer service had me factory reset this tablet. That option did not solve the problem. I had to ship this tablet back to Acer for repair. Tablet was received back from repair and the tablet once again is is need of repair after 6 days of use. Tablet has a sluggish response time, does not respond to Google search normally, stumbles when switching programs, and the list goes on. Asked Acer to replace this detective unit, as their customer service wants me to send it in for repairs once again! This unit has no reliability and consumers should be very careful. What an inconvenience as this tablet has less than three weeks use on it and now needs another repair. My five star rating of this unit should be changed to one star. The only positive for this tablet is battery life. I am very, very disappointed with this unit.
+22points
22of 22voted this comment as helpful.
Concoct a variety of coffee-based beverages with this combination DeLonghi coffee maker and espresso machine. Its cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of brew on your schedule. This DeLonghi coffee maker and espresso machine also makes lattes and hot chocolate.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Coffee Drinkers Heaven
By WesternSky
from Florida
Our home is a coffee drinkers paradise, so the receipt of the DeLonghi was highly anticipated and welcomed. This household consumes at least 16 cups of coffee per day, which does not include the consumption of Cuban Coffee (Turkish/Greek Coffee as others call it) which is currently brewed through non-conventional means. What is meant by that is that Cuban/Turkish/Greek Coffee is not made with a specialty "coffee maker".
The DeLonghi is designed for the brewing of a variety of coffee-based beverages such as American Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes, Hot Chocolate, as well as Cuban/Turkish and Greek coffees. It's cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of your favorite brew on your personalized schedule. Great news for those users that like the option of using and brewing specialized coffees with ESE pods, as this machines allows for the use of them.
The DeLonghi has a quite a few niceties (some of which I will mention here, and others later on in my review), such as auto shut-off which promotes safe operation. This feature will turn your machine off after 2 hours. The unit has water filtration which helps you achieve that perfect cup of coffee. Also standard with this unit is a cup warmer. NICE touch!
This unit has a removable water tank which allows for easy refilling for when making Espresso, Cappuccino, Cuban, and Greek/Turkish coffee. Just detach the water tank and fill it underneath your kitchen sink faucet. YES! It should be noted the the drip coffee maker has a separate water supply which is not removable. This means that you have to fill the water tank by adding water via a pull out assembly that harbors that coffee filter housing. Noteworthy is the fact that the DeLonghi does not have that "plastic smell " which is almost always present in new coffee makers. Thank Goodness! A word concerning the coffee filter. The unit comes with a permanent metal mesh filter, meaning that you can throw out your paper filters! No more fumbling at 6:00 am trying to separate a paper coffee filter from that multi-pack! There is a removable drip tray keeps your counter tops nice and clean.The drip tray has a hidden "float" and when the water level get too high, the "tip" of the float sticks out through the grill which alerts you to spill out the excess water. This is very cool. This unit also comes with a cup warming surface located on-top of the machine. This is real nice, as many coffee drinkers are located in cold climates and the extra hand warmth feels nice.
The Delonghi comes with a professional style filter holders, both small and large. The filter holder has a very tight fit when attached to the unit. This is a must, as your Espresso and Cappuccinos are brewed under pressure. You certainly don't want a loose fit when brewing your favorites. A word about brewing American Coffee. The DeLonghi has a setting 1- 4 cups which allows for the slow brewing of your coffee. This setting allows the water to slowly be dripped onto the coffee grounds making for stronger coffee. If you have never had a unit with this option, you are in for a treat as they really work. I am not going to provide a review as to the taste of the coffee, lattes, etc as every ones taste is personal. The DeLonghi worked as advertised, and there are no complaints here. Enjoy your coffee.
The DeLonghi is designed for the brewing of a variety of coffee-based beverages such as American Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes, Hot Chocolate, as well as Cuban/Turkish and Greek coffees. It's cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of your favorite brew on your personalized schedule. Great news for those users that like the option of using and brewing specialized coffees with ESE pods, as this machines allows for the use of them.
The DeLonghi has a quite a few niceties (some of which I will mention here, and others later on in my review), such as auto shut-off which promotes safe operation. This feature will turn your machine off after 2 hours. The unit has water filtration which helps you achieve that perfect cup of coffee. Also standard with this unit is a cup warmer. NICE touch!
This unit has a removable water tank which allows for easy refilling for when making Espresso, Cappuccino, Cuban, and Greek/Turkish coffee. Just detach the water tank and fill it underneath your kitchen sink faucet. YES! It should be noted the the drip coffee maker has a separate water supply which is not removable. This means that you have to fill the water tank by adding water via a pull out assembly that harbors that coffee filter housing. Noteworthy is the fact that the DeLonghi does not have that "plastic smell " which is almost always present in new coffee makers. Thank Goodness! A word concerning the coffee filter. The unit comes with a permanent metal mesh filter, meaning that you can throw out your paper filters! No more fumbling at 6:00 am trying to separate a paper coffee filter from that multi-pack! There is a removable drip tray keeps your counter tops nice and clean.The drip tray has a hidden "float" and when the water level get too high, the "tip" of the float sticks out through the grill which alerts you to spill out the excess water. This is very cool. This unit also comes with a cup warming surface located on-top of the machine. This is real nice, as many coffee drinkers are located in cold climates and the extra hand warmth feels nice.
The Delonghi comes with a professional style filter holders, both small and large. The filter holder has a very tight fit when attached to the unit. This is a must, as your Espresso and Cappuccinos are brewed under pressure. You certainly don't want a loose fit when brewing your favorites. A word about brewing American Coffee. The DeLonghi has a setting 1- 4 cups which allows for the slow brewing of your coffee. This setting allows the water to slowly be dripped onto the coffee grounds making for stronger coffee. If you have never had a unit with this option, you are in for a treat as they really work. I am not going to provide a review as to the taste of the coffee, lattes, etc as every ones taste is personal. The DeLonghi worked as advertised, and there are no complaints here. Enjoy your coffee.
WesternSky
Florida
June 12, 2017
I would like to add a footnote to my review, as I originally stated that I was not going to comment on the taste of the brewed coffee. I really feel that it would be a disservice if I didn't comment on the DeLonghi's cappuccinos. My entire family is now so hooked on cappuccinos. The frothiness, the creaminess, and the overall flavor is absolutely amazing (even without the milk). Much better than store bought! DeLonghi has done a great job with this machine. So very happy to own this unit. Thanks.
+22points
22of 22voted this comment as helpful.
WesternSky's Questions
WesternSky has not submitted any questions.
Cook your favorite dishes in this Cuisinart air fryer toaster oven. The oven compartment uses convection technology to deliver even heat to bake, broil and toast, and the integrated air fryer prepares classic fried foods without the need for oil. This Cuisinart air fryer toaster oven is whisper quite to minimize disruptions.
Can i place this where my inserted microwave is or does it get too hot?
I find that when the toaster oven is in use, it sides as well as the top does become hot. I would recommend that if you do use this appliance in a closed space, that it has plenty of ventilation as the outside does become hot. Personally I would not use this appliance directly underneath a kitchen counter unless you have plenty of space above it, otherwise the underside of your counters will get rather warm.
5 years, 6 months ago
by
WesternSky
Cook your favorite dishes in this Cuisinart air fryer toaster oven. The oven compartment uses convection technology to deliver even heat to bake, broil and toast, and the integrated air fryer prepares classic fried foods without the need for oil. This Cuisinart air fryer toaster oven is whisper quite to minimize disruptions.
Does the oven bake cakes nicely?
Personally I did some homemade muffins. This oven made the muffins super moist and the taste was superior. I believe that you will have great results with this product. Hope this helps you.
5 years, 8 months ago
by
WesternSky
Take in the scenery with this Parrot ANAFI drone. The robust, compact design lets you carry it wherever the trail takes you, and the drone unfolds easily when it's time for flight. The camera captures beautiful 4K images and video, and this Parrot ANAFI drone keeps your footage smooth with its three-axis image stabilization.Fly Responsibly:Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.See the FAA website for registration requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.
Will anyone be coming out with prop guards for this drone? I need to film indoors and it seems to me many crashes can be avoided when flying super slow and being able to casually bump a wall without damaging the props and dropping the unit.
I'm not sure if Anafi will produce prop guards at the moment, but the Anafi does come supplied with extra props free of charge. Hope this helps you out
5 years, 8 months ago
by
WesternSky
Complete your HT-Z9F surround system with this Sony rear speaker. Place it on a stand or shelf, or mount it to your wall for unobtrusive performance, and connect to other components wirelessly to keep unsightly cables out of your space. This Sony rear speaker's S-Master amp outputs 50W for powerful rear audio.
Will these work well with the ht-nt5?
For gaming computers are their built in michrophones and can you use a webcam to make youtube videos with it?
A web cam and built in microphone is standard for this particular model. You would have to review the exact item specification to ensure that your particular laptop model which you are interested in is so equipped. Hope this helps you.
5 years, 10 months ago
by
WesternSky
Refurbished Dell Latitude Laptop: Boost your on-the-go business productivity with help from this Dell laptop. An Intel Core I5 processor powers common business and organizational applications, and the 4GB of RAM is enough to support several programs simultaneously. This Dell laptop has 250GB of storage space, so you can take plenty of digital work with you.
what is the warranty for a refurbished laptop
I believe the warranty is exactly the same as a new product. Same coverages and same length of time.
5 years, 10 months ago
by
WesternSky
Boost productivity with this 11.6-inch HP Chromebook. Its Intel Celeron processor and 4GB of RAM let you run multiple browser windows without lagging, and its rugged construction withstands repeated drops, spills and scratches. This gray HP Chromebook has 32GB of flash memory for fast system load times and file storage space.
Is Adobe Flash accessible with this laptop?
Yes. I have used this computer and have gotten a message like "Do you wish to allow Adobe Flash" to run on the web site you are using? You can either allow it to run, or say no. I hope this answer helps you.
5 years, 10 months ago
by
WesternSky
Building on the multi award winning D-M40, the all-in-one D-M41 features improved sound, style and facilities. The newly developed discrete analogue amplifier circuit reduces signal paths for greater clarity and an audio reproduction that is faithful to the original performance, while the new Bluetooth implementation combines convenience with an off switch to reduce its influence on the sound of other sources when not in use. The compact home theater system consists of the RCD-M41 center unit with digital optical inputs to hook up a TV, set top box or other digital gear that deserves improved audio quality, and has built in CD plus FM/AM radio, with the new SC-M41 speaker system to complement the CD receiver's performance.
Can you attach a turntable?
No. The back of the receiver does not accommodate a turntable.
5 years, 10 months ago
by
WesternSky
Building on the multi award winning D-M40, the all-in-one D-M41 features improved sound, style and facilities. The newly developed discrete analogue amplifier circuit reduces signal paths for greater clarity and an audio reproduction that is faithful to the original performance, while the new Bluetooth implementation combines convenience with an off switch to reduce its influence on the sound of other sources when not in use. The compact home theater system consists of the RCD-M41 center unit with digital optical inputs to hook up a TV, set top box or other digital gear that deserves improved audio quality, and has built in CD plus FM/AM radio, with the new SC-M41 speaker system to complement the CD receiver's performance.
is this a single cd player
The answer to your question is yes. One CD at a time.
5 years, 10 months ago
by
WesternSky
What laptop is for me, I need to know where to start!
I am a soon to be senior in high school and my birthday is coming up and I really want to know what kind of laptop is good for me. I want something with good graphics, memory, and procesing for really good gaming but i want something reliable and I can do and store large amounts of college work. I have no idea where to start...can you help?
Hi Sam. This unit comes with a solid state hard drive that is 256 Gigabyte, has good graphics, and a pretty fast processor. I believe that mostly ever computer on the market comes with a one year guarantee. Certain credit card companies will extend your guarantee for an additional year. Please check you credit card company to see which one will extend your warranty. Hope this helps you.
6 years ago
by
WesternSky