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Use the Google Smart Light Starter Kit to control the lights using just your voice. Set up in a snap: just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life smart light bulb, and download the Google Home app to get started. Then just say "Hey Google" to dim, brighten, turn on and turn off the lights."
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4
Practical Smart Home Starter Pack
on December 2, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
For the purposes of this review, I'm sticking solely to the lighting kit - I've previously reviewed the C-Life bulbs and quite frankly, I find their strategy of limiting controlling the lights to either a Google Home or App premise severely limiting. So this review will be written from the stance of what I believe this kit to be - a practical gateway into building a smart home.
The kit comes with a chalk white Google Home mini and a single light bulb. Google's Home mini is their smallest device that also boasts the full power of Google Assistant and home automation. Depending on where you are in your smart home journey, you might find that some smart home devices work better with Google Home than others do. An important item of note is - just because something works with Google Assistant does not mean it'll work seamlessly with Google Home.
For example, my GE C-Life, Wemo, Hue, Sengled lights all work with the Google Home. So too, does my Simplisafe alarm system and Logitech Harmony setup. However, the one that doesn't play nice out of the box is my Ring video doorbell. Not really surprising since Amazon bought Ring. I also have a Chamberlin garage door opener, but they want me to pay to link my accounts... no thank you.
I added the smart light to my existing setup in my home office as well as the Google Home mini. I honestly have nothing but good things to say about Google's platform. The AI is intelligent and always learning, and you can also mute the microphones when company comes over. If you're feeling paranoid, you can also log into your Google account and verify nothing's been recorded when the mic is off and you can also delete your request history.
I set up the bulb that came in the kit to be controlled by my Google Home mini in my office - so now, when I walk into my office, I can simply tell Google Home mini to turn on the light and it works! A key difference from Google and Amazon's management system is that Google Home currently does not support creating custom groups - but, it's totally easy to work around. For example, if I'm speaking to the Google Home we have in the family room and I tell Google to "Turn off the lights", it'll only turn off the lights in the family room.
If you're on the fence about getting into home automation, then this is a painless way to get started. As always, if you're adding this to an existing setup, you need to do the research and see if it'll work with what you have or if you'll have to make some compromises.
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Follow your family's bedtime schedule with this 2-pack of C by GE LED light bulbs. The lighting transition between bright and calm helps improve your sleep routine. Set scenes via the mobile app to optimize these C by GE LED light bulbs for reading and movie nights. The A19 bulb connects directly to Google Home devices via Bluetooth with no additional hub or bridge required to provide quick and easy setup. Use a C by GE Smart Plug or C-Reach Smart Bridge to enable voice control with Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit.
Customer Rating
2
Great Idea - But Hampered by Restrictions
on November 16, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
I really wanted to like the new GE bulbs. In the sea of smart lighting products, the C-Sleeps offered a great idea of being able to control the temperature of the light, cool white to warm yellowish-orange as well as brightness. The appeal of working with my Google Home right out of the box without relying on an external hub was a huge draw.
Sadly, the disappointment set in pretty quickly - I have several Philips Hue lights throughout our house and I enjoy being able to control from my Google Home and mobile App. The biggest limitation here is that the bulbs cannot be managed by both the Google Home as well as the GE App.
That means that I can't control the lamps from my Google Home if I have the bulbs setup in the App - which isn't explained. The App makes you think that you can link them, but linking requires an external GE Hub, that's the same Hub you need if you want to control these lights with an Amazon Alexa.
The other odd thing is the range of the brightness - the lowest setting you can push the lights to is 5%, which is also brighter than the 5% of the same wattage Philips bulbs I tried to replace. My daughters actually asked me to take the lights out of their rooms because it was too bright and they couldn't fall asleep.
If GE can remove this odd restriction - of limiting the control of the devices to a single touchpoint, then I would change my mind and review.
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MX Vertical is an advanced ergonomic mouse that combines science-driven design with the elevated performance of Logitech’s MX series. The natural handshake position of MX Vertical reduces wrist pressure and forearm strain. The unique 57° vertical angle has been optimized for an ergonomic posture without compromising a pixel of performance. MX Vertical features a 4000 DPI high-precision sensor, resulting in 4x less hand movement and reducing fatigue. And the cursor speed switch allows you to instantly adjust DPI speed and accuracy with the touch of a button. MX Vertical stays powered for up to four months on a full charge – and gets three hours of use from a one-minute quick charge.
Customer Rating
5
Another Logitech Homerun!
on October 26, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
I have come to expect a very high level from Logitech. From my Craft Keyboard, Harmony devices, Presenter remotes - Logitech has developed a reputation for quality in my mind.
When I heard they were bringing a vertical, wireless mouse to the market, I knew I'd have to get one and try it out. Over the years, I've come to love vertical mice - there was a bit of a learning curve at the beginning, but now I can't ever see myself going back to a standard mouse.
The first thing I noticed was the overall look and feel. This thing is beautifully designed and it also appears to compliment the design aesthetic of the Craft keyboard perfectly! The mouse itself has a total of 5 buttons and a click wheel:
- Standard left / right buttons
- Back / forward navigation buttons by your thumb
- A tracking speed setting button on the top
- Standard left / right buttons
- Back / forward navigation buttons by your thumb
- A tracking speed setting button on the top
Admittedly, the back / forward navigation buttons were a bit wonky and took me some time getting used to - sometimes I still find myself using the browser buttons instead.
The tracking speed setting is nice, so you can easily change it without having to dig into your computer's settings. I found the click wheel and other buttons to be response and enjoyable.
It also comes with a Logitech universal receiver if your computer doesn't support Bluetooth connectivity - I've been using it with my Mac mini via Bluetooth and it's been rock solid dependable.
It also uses Logitech's Options software so you can customize an even deeper layer of settings if desired - one cool feature that I've not had the chance to play around with is the ability to move from one PC to another simply by dragging the mouse off screen.
It also comes with a standard USB-A to USB-C charging cable, but if you have the Craft keyboard, you should know that the plug is too big to fit, so if you want to share the same cord to charge both devices, you'll probably want to use the one that comes with the mouse.
If you're a fan of Logitech hardware and are in the market for a vertical mouse, you should really consider this one. With it's premium price point, I will tell you that you get what you pay for. Considering that Apple and other companies have rechargeable mice that have similar features at similar price points, it's definitely in the upper end of accessory hardware.
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Ninja Foodi's TenderCrisp pressure cooker allows you to achieve all the quick cooking and tenderizing wonders that you love about pressure cookers. The Foodi's Crisping Lid allows you to air fry, bake/roast, and broil. That means you can give your tender, juicy pressure-cooked meals a golden, crispy finish. The secret is TenderCrisp Technology, which produces the perfect combination of heat, fan velocity, and air circulation to give your food even crisping from top to bottom.
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
My wife has been hearing her friends tell her about the new wave of pressure cookers that everyone seems to have. One of the things I like about the Ninja Foodie is that it's not a one-trick pony. The Foodie was nice because it's a pressure cooker as well as an air fryer all-in-one. It advertises that it can handle a 4-pound roast or up to 3-pounds of fries. It also comes with plenty of extra attachments to try out.
Kitchen space is at a premium in our house, so if we get a small kitchen appliance, it's got to serve more than one purpose. First thing to note is this thing is large - and with the pressure cooker vent on the rear of the top, I'd recommend not using this under any cabinets.
We fired it up and made some delicious pulled pork. What my wife liked was that what would normally take 4 or 5 hours in a slow cooker only took 45 minutes from start to finish. Considering this thing took a 3 pound pork shoulder and cooked it in about 25 minutes is awesome.
The Foodie comes with some cool recipes to try out - and since we both love pulled pork, we went with that. The biscuits and pork were delicious! Clean up was also easy, the pan has a non-stick coating that makes washing it a breeze.
Two words of caution:
1) The non-stick pan is coated, so don't use metal utensils or they could chip or scratch the coating. We use rubber-coated tongs and a wooden spatula and they worked like a dream. Also, make sure you don't use any Brillo or steel wool pads to clean.
1) The non-stick pan is coated, so don't use metal utensils or they could chip or scratch the coating. We use rubber-coated tongs and a wooden spatula and they worked like a dream. Also, make sure you don't use any Brillo or steel wool pads to clean.
2) The pressure vent is located on the top-rear of the lid. So if you're cooking with the pressure part, I'd recommend to use it on an island or someplace with plenty of open space - you might end up damaging your cabinets or anything that's in the path of the steam.
Only real design gripe I have - which admittedly is small - is that when you're pressure cooking, the air fryer lid stays attached and open. It's not an elegant solution but considering I get an air fryer and pressure cooker in one, I'm really not complaining.
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Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 is a super-portable wireless speaker built for adventure. It rocks balanced 360° sound, deep bass, and is seriously waterproof, drop proof. Plus, BOOM 3 features the all-new Magic Button, for one-touch music controls. And it’s wrapped in a stunning, two-tone, high-performance fabric. The ultimate go-anywhere speaker.
Customer Rating
4
Excellent Speaker - Love this Thing!
on September 27, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
First and foremost, I love this speaker!
Logitech's new line of Ultimate Ears doesn't disappoint. I've tried several bluetooth speakers that are waterproof, but this one is only the second one I've found that combines waterproofing design with awesome, fully realized sound.
Right out of the box, the BOOM 3 is about the same size as my Echo Tap - maybe slightly bigger. Like the Echo Tap, the BOOM 3 can be charged by the supplied micro-USB cable or, as an extra purchase, Logitech's charging puck base. I held off on buying the charging base until I was sure that this speaker would be a keeper, but now it looks like it'll have to get added to my shopping list.
In terms of design, there's a micro-USB charging port on the back, and the top has 2 buttons: The power button and the magic button. Admittedly, I thought the magic button was more of a gimmick than feature, but I've come to love using it. A quick press pauses and plays, a double-tap skips to the next song in your queue, and a long hold will move to the next playlist. I'll get to that last part below in the companion app part.
The setup was quick and painless - and while I usually complain about having to download companion apps (because they tend to be bloatware), the Logitech BOOM app has something that I sorely missed in other speakers: a customizable equalizer!
Part of the setup process included adding up to 4 playlists to the BOOM's quick play feature. Using the magic button, you can long-press and skip from playlist to playlist. Just to be clear - this isn't storing music on the speaker itself, there's not a hard drive or anything. It's playing the music from your paired phone.
In terms of battery, I've used this thing for several days at an hour or two at a time and haven't worn it down. I decided to give this thing a test and use it in the shower and it blew me away! Using the equalizer option for "enclosed space", I can jam out in the shower to my kind of music without making the entire house listen in as well.
Make no mistake - this thing easily kicks out the noise! You crank it up high enough and it'll get plenty loud.
The only reason I rated this item as 4 stars was due to the lack of an Aux input - not a huge deal breaker, but would've certainly made this thing a home run in my book.
The BOOM is priced around $150 - which is in line with more full-feature devices, like the ones from Sony. It's definitely not the cheapest speaker out there, but I've come to expect a certain level of quality from Logitech and the BOOM 3 is another solid product.
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Feel the beat with this LG PK3 portable Bluetooth speaker. It provides dynamic sound and rich bass thanks to its Meridian Audio technology, so you can bring the party with you. The IPX-7 water resistance lets you go anywhere, rain or shine. This LG PK3 portable Bluetooth speaker keeps the music going for up to 12 hours per charge.
Customer Rating
3
High Hopes, but just Average
on September 16, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
I've had great luck with LG products in the past, so I had high hopes for the new PK3 speaker. Between working in the yard, taking kids to the beach and pool, we need a bluetooth speaker that's water proof and mostly kid proof. We took the PK3 out for a spin and while we weren't overwhelmed or underwhelmed, we were just OK.
The design of the speaker is nice and compact, which is nice. It's nowhere near as big and bulky as the PK5 or PK7 - which almost remind me old school 80's cassette boom boxes with their handle design. However, the there are some compromises with the design of the PK3.
For starters, the back panel that covers the Aux-in and USB-C charging port is super tight - I mean like break-a-nail tight. I ended up having to use my car keys to gently pry it open. I get that the speaker is water proof and such, but I've used other water proof speakers in the past that haven't had this issue. IT's nice when it gets wet, to know that the ports are protected, but when you need to charge it or connect an Aux-in, have some keys or a nail file or something ready.
LG made a big deal of "Meridian Technology" in the marketing and packaging. At low / standard volumes though, the bass-boost option left the sound feeling anemic, light, like bass boost was somehow treble boost instead. I got better bass by turning it odd at lower volumes. When I crank it up, the bass boost is more noticeable, but it's never fully realized. There's other waterproof bluetooth speakers on the market that have a more fully realized sound.
Usually I gripe when accessories require companion Apps - however, I was actually disappointed to see that the PK3 didn't have one. I was expecting some way to control the equalizer or something, but nothing - you're left managing the sound through whatever device you've paired it with.
From a button panel aspect, the PK3 has some nice touches - traditional playback options are there, but it also has a microphone option that enables you to active Siri on your iPhone or take a phone call.
If you're in the market for a basic bluetooth speaker, then the PK3 might be what you're looking for. If you want something that has more customization or control options - then you'll need to look at a higher end unit. If you can get this unit on sale, I say go for it. If it's not on sale, then I'd say save your dollars.
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Experience immersive Dolby Atmos sound through a single device with this Sony sound bar. It connects to your TV wirelessly or with an HDMI cable, and it pairs with Bluetooth devices for audio streaming. This Sony sound bar includes the Vertical Sound Engine, which eliminates the need for ceiling-mounted speakers.
Customer Rating
3
Good Soundbar with some trade-offs
on August 14, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
I was excited to upgrade from an older sounder to this one purely because of the support for Dolby Atmos and the powered, wireless sub woofer. We already have a Sony UHD player so I thought, great - this'll play nicely. It does have some bells and whistles that are nice, but there are some trade offs to be sure.
First, the sound bar itself is very slim, as you can see in my picture. The Samsung soundbar we upgraded from was quite large and was actually kept in the space where we ended up moving our UHD player and game consoles to in our TV stand. The main reason we couldn't just replace the soundbar was because the Sony uses a Vertical Sound feature. This pushes sound up to make it more immersive, but when kept in a tv stand cutout, you lose that capability, meaning a re-thinking of our setup was required.
The sounder itself comes with 3 connection types: HDMI-ARC, Optical, and Bluetooth. In order to get the Atmos experience, you need to utilize the HDMI-ARC connection and have a TV that supports it. Our TV supports Atmos, so that means we get to enjoy great sound out of every input. The Optical connection is there for older TVs that don't support the HDMI-ARC format and Bluetooth is added for pairing a smart phone to stream music from. Although Sony advertises a wireless setup option using Bluetooth, I wouldn't recommend it if you're looking to get the best sound out of your setup.
What's nice about this unit is that it also supports HDMI passthrough. There's another HDMI input so you can plug a device into this and then run the HDMI-ARC out to the HDMI-ARC input on your TV.
I was disappointed to see that there was no wifi option, nor does this come with any smart home option. You can't control it using Sony's Sound+ app like you can their headphones or other wifi speakers. I feel like this is a step back when most soundbar setups at this price offer wifi and a smart assistant feature.
The woofer connects automatically once you power it on - an important thing to note is that both the bar and the woofer have the power cord attached, meaning you might need to be aware of some more fun getting power cables through your set up - unlike other sounders that have a power cord that you can detach.
Once I got this thing up and running it was nice - everything sounded great, until we got to the quiet part of a movie. Dialog suffers compared to music and sound effects. The woofer itself has it's own volume control on the remote, but I ended up cranking it all the way up before I could hear some bass boom.
If you have a smaller room, or a basic setup that you don't want to overthink, then I'd recommend this. That being said, there's other soundbars that are a comparable price that also include additional features such as Alexa, Google Home, Wifi, etc. If Sony was to drop the price from $500 to $300, then I think it'd be more reasonable, unless they find a way to add more features through a firmware upgrade. I'd say I'd recommend this, but for a very specific user who doesn't need a lot of connectivity options.
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
Customer Rating
3
A great Soundbar marred by an inconsistent App
on July 17, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
I really wanted to like the Sonos Beam - I really did. The physical item itself is sleek, compact and doesn't disappoint with room-filling, thumping sound. My main hang-up is with the inconsistent and frankly menu-heavy, horrible user experience of their mandatory companion App.
From a connectivity stance, the Beam sports a single HDMI-ARC connection. Unlike other soundbars that also include HDMI pass through with this option, the Beam wants to dominate the HDMI-ARC port on the TV. This is problematic for people like me that have several items plugging into the TV with a single audio line going out. I tried to get this working in my media room with our 65" 4K OLED TV, but it wouldn't work right with the Logitech Harmony that I had - because the Beam requires infrared remote control signals and my TV uses Bluetooth with the remote.
So I moved it to our bedroom - one of the saving graces is that the Beam comes with an HDMI-to-Optical connector, so I was able to plug in the supplied HDMI cable and connect it to the Optical Audio Out port on the back of my bedroom TV.
The setup was particularly painful because the Sonos App is not a good user experience. Out of the box, the Beam needed an update which was an immediate buzzkill. It was made worse because the Sonos App kept loosing connectivity in my house - which is odd, because we have a mesh WiFi system and can stream 4K content with no problem.
Once I finally got the Beam set up, it took some trial and error to get it to respond to the TV remote control. I still haven't been able to successfully complete the Tuning option. For whatever reason, the Beam and iOS App keep dropping connectivity. fSomething to be aware of, the Sonos App doesn't support iOS betas, public or developer. Luckily, I had my old iPhone 6 that I was able to use to finish getting some of the kinks worked out.
I would recommend the Sonos Beam for anyone who's already invested in the Sonos ecosystem, needs a basic setup, or simply wants to stream music. This thing sounds beautiful once it's up and running. The main problem is getting the thing up and running. Hopefully, it's because it's a new product, so they'll work out the bugs on the Sonos side soon. If you have a complicated setup, or anything pretty customized, then I'd suggest looking for another option that allows HDMI-ARC passthrough and has more options for the $400 price point.
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Add lighting control to your smart home platform with this Sengled bulb three-pack plus hub. The hub controls up to 64 smart bulbs, turning them on or off and dimming them in response to app or voice assistant commands and programs. This Sengled bulb three-pack plus hub includes classic A19-style bulbs for compatibility with most home fixtures.
Customer Rating
4
Solid smart bulbs with room for improvement
on June 21, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
I was looking for smart bulbs for our bedroom lamps. We previously used smart plugs to handle them, but because I'd pieced our smart home setup based on what was on sale at the time, there were several different apps that controlled the 3 lamps in our room.
What attracted me to try out the Sengled setup was that it came with 3 bulbs, so everything we'd need was in the box. Getting everything setup was a breeze. The hub was already set to recognize the bulbs that shipped with it so I didn't have to fight with each bulb to pair them.
Interestingly enough, the Hub requires a physical connection to my router but looked to the wifi setup for the bulbs. What wasn't cool was that I was out of outlets near my router. What I did find though, was that since the hub's power cable ends with a USB-A dongle, I was able to power it using an open USB port on my router itself.
The app does leave some room to be desired, on my iPhone X, I didn't know that I had to scroll down to find a save button that was hidden when I was setting my timers. Also, while the bulbs support dimming, they come right on when the timer turns them on, so there's no gentle ramping up.
If you want a basic, easy to use smart bulb setup that works with Alexa, then you should check these out.
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Replenish the battery life of an Apple or Android device with this 10W Belkin wireless charger. It provides fast charging speeds to save time in your busy day, and it minimizes electromagnetic noise to ensure full device functionality. This white Belkin wireless charger is compatible with phones that have plastic cases up to 3mm thick.
Customer Rating
5
Another awesome Belkin charger
on June 21, 2018
Posted by: cjviscito
from Little Elm, TX, USA
I've had great luck with Belkin chargers and other accessories in the past, but I've been reluctant to jump on board the wireless charging train.
Call me old fashioned, but I didn't understand the point of a wireless charging pad when a dock could charge, sync, and backup my devices in iTunes.
I bit the bullet and got this since it was touted as a faster charging solution. This thing is awesome - it's so dead simple to just put my phone on it to charge. I have my iPhone X in a standard Apple leather case, and the device charges just fine. I also turned on WiFi Sync with my Mac so that it could still sync when on the charger.
The puck itself is on the smaller side compared to some of the other pads I've seen. It has an LED to tell you if you're charging something that's Qi compatible. It'll be a solid white if it's charging, or an amber light if you've placed something on it that's not Qi compatible.
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Unlock new potential for your wireless headphones with this Airfly headphone accessory. It plugs into any conventional headphone jack to enhance your listening experience and can pair with in-flight entertainment systems for added convenience. This Airfly headphone accessory has an eight-hour battery life and recharges through USB, so it's easy to take anywhere.
Does this charge air pods. Lost my charger
Use the Google Smart Light Starter Kit to control the lights using just your voice. Set up in a snap: just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life smart light bulb, and download the Google Home app to get started. Then just say "Hey Google" to dim, brighten, turn on and turn off the lights."
Is the bulb soft/warm white or bright/daylight white?
The bulb has 3 settings: daylight white which is a cooler white, medium which is a typical soft light, and evening which is a much warmer, yellowish color.
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
can I disconnect the alexa on the beam and still use it, I don't want anything to do with a listening device in my personal space
Yeah, you don't have to use the Alexa service - or you could also turn off the microphone using the button on the top of the Beam.
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Only at Best Buy Keep an eye on what matters most with this wireless SimpliSafe security system. It provides full-time professional monitoring of your home's surroundings, and it detects intruders with advanced sensors to keep your family safe. This SimpliSafe security system continues working for 24 hours when the power fails for added protection.
I'm looking at the simply safe web sight and building me a a security system, would really like to buy this from Best Buy are you cheaper than the web sight price?
Simplisafe is pretty much the same price regardless where you buy it. They have different, pre-configured packages that they sell through different retailers.
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Only at Best Buy Keep an eye on what matters most with this wireless SimpliSafe security system. It provides full-time professional monitoring of your home's surroundings, and it detects intruders with advanced sensors to keep your family safe. This SimpliSafe security system continues working for 24 hours when the power fails for added protection.
Will this system be compatible with Amazons Echo? Or Google Home?
Hey Brie - they've announced plans to integrate with Alexa this year. They've also made comments that they're looking into other systems such as HomeKit and Google Home, but nothing committed at this point other than Alexa.
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Create incredible images every day, anywhere with Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan. Get the magic of Adobe Photoshop CC and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC, plus everything else you need to organize, enhance, and share your photos like a pro on your desktop and mobile devices.
Just wondering if this is a good home editing system for both audio and video . . . I have a Dell Windows 10 How complex is it? Ratings? Can I install it myself? Thank you! Janie E.
The Photography Plan is solely geared towards editing images and not videos. If you are looking for a good home editing product and like Adobe products, check out Premier Elements. If you want something more robust, you can jump up to Premier CC, but there's also a big price jump too.
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The Shark ION Robot is designed with a Tri-Brush System, combining side brushes, channel brushes, and a multi-surface brushroll to handle debris on all surfaces, corners, and edges. Use the SharkClean app or voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant to start cleaning from anywhere Shark ION Robot.
We have thick pads under our area rugs, will the ION-Robot be able to get over the height of the area rugs? We have several of them throughout the house. We bought a RUMBA and it was not able to get over them.
My 750 went into our bedroom which is carpeted with a thick pad and it didn't miss a beat - went right on in and cleaned away.
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LG’s SJ7 Sound Bar Flex offers endless entertainment from a versatile dual-speaker design: The two main speakers can be placed in front of the TV, or to the left/right vertically or in front of and behind the listener for an even more cinematic experience. Both speakers are Bluetooth, and the right unit has a built-in battery, so it can work independently just about anywhere.
Can the LED display on speaker be turned off?
I don't believe so - but I know that mine turns off after a minute unless I change the volume level or input.
6 years, 10 months ago
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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?
No - but there is an aux out jack on the right-hand side of the screen to connect your headphones to. That's what I use for gaming so I don't wake the family.
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Take your tunes anywhere with this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker. This floating waterproof device is submersible in up to 1m of water for 30 minutes, and it deflects damage from snow, ice and dirt. Pair this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker with up to eight Bluetooth devices, and use the included dry box for storing keys and cards.
Does an regular iPhone 7 fits in the aq10 dry box?
No, the A10's dry box will only fit a slimmer form factor like the iPhone 5
7 years, 1 month ago
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cjviscito