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Smart. Portable. Powerful. The Bose portable smart speaker is a wireless home speaker, a portable Bluetooth speaker, and a voice-controlled speaker, all in one. And no matter what you listen to or where, you'll hear it all in 360 degrees of astonishing Bose sound.
Customer Rating
5
Great Portable Sound in a Compact Package
on October 20, 2019
Posted by: jhancock
from CHICAGO
The Bose® - Portable Home Speaker with built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Google Assistant, Alexa Voice Control and Apple AirPlay 2 is a wireless dream The online manuals ensure up to date information. You can use the Action button and Microphone off button to control either Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa whichever is active. The light ring on the top of the speaker along with voice provides excellent feedback. To charge the speaker you use the USB-C connector or the improved optional Bose® -Charging Cradle that is great if you are frequently changing the speakers location. The Android / iPhone app is well designed and also works with the newer headphones and speakers. It is water resistant(but not water proof). Streaming services that are compatible include Deezer, Pandora, Spotify, TIDAL, TuneIn and iHeartRadio while iTunes is handled by AirPlay 2. It is a small powerhouse about 7.5 inches tall and a slightly tapered width of about 4.7 inches. The Portable Home Speaker works with most Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capable devices.
Well made, nice attractive design, relatively small, superb sound and great connectivity.
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Keep an eye on your home or business day and night with Arlo Pro 3. With no wires, you can install Pro 3 in minutes and view video directly from your phone. Spot unique details with color night vision, and see more in dark areas with the integrated spotlight. The advanced lens provides superior image quality, a wider field of view, and allows you to auto track and zoom on moving objects with clarity. Receive notifications when your camera spots people, vehicles, animals, or packages, and view live video or recorded clips directly from your phone, with 3 months of included Arlo Smart.* Hear and speak to visitors clearly with two-way audio.
Customer Rating
5
Great Protection and Warning Alarm System
on October 6, 2019
Posted by: jhancock
from CHICAGO
The setup of a four camera system took less than 15 minutes using the new router and 2 Arlo Pro 3 and 2 Arlo Pro2 cameras (my old system). Construction and design are both excellent. I like the include mounts and if needed additional mounting options that are available. NETGEAR is a solid name in networking and has been around for a long time. Resolution of the new 2K cameras is an improvement over the 1080p Pro 2 cameras. You can add additional sensors as needed. Can be used with desktop computers, Chromebooks etc. , macOS or Android devices through the well designed Arlo app or through the web interface. The audio alert is ear piercing – I MEAN LOUD! The cameras are easily concealed. The hub that ties every thing together offers multiple storage options along with 1 local USB ports. The cameras use rechargeable batteries that provide power for a long time before needing recharging. They are for indoor or outdoor compatible. The cameras are of a true wireless design. I did not experience any dropouts or glitches. This is a premium expandable system in all respects. The Arlo is a truly elegant solution to the security challenges of today. Clean video and wide angle coverage make this system viable for home / office – interior or exterior.
Major differences Pro 3 vs Pro 2
Pro 3 Video Quality - 2K, Field of View - 160°, Night Vision - Color, Integrated Spotlight - Yes, Zoom - 12x, Noise Canceling - Audio Noise and Echo Cancellation, Siren - Built-in to camera, SmartHub/Base Station - Smarthub
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Pro 2 Video Quality - 1080p, Field of View - 130° vs, Night Vision - Black and White, Integrated Spotlight - No, Zoom - 8x, Noise Canceling Audio - No, Siren - In base Station, SmartHub/Base Station - Base Station
Pro 3 Video Quality - 2K, Field of View - 160°, Night Vision - Color, Integrated Spotlight - Yes, Zoom - 12x, Noise Canceling - Audio Noise and Echo Cancellation, Siren - Built-in to camera, SmartHub/Base Station - Smarthub
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Pro 2 Video Quality - 1080p, Field of View - 130° vs, Night Vision - Black and White, Integrated Spotlight - No, Zoom - 8x, Noise Canceling Audio - No, Siren - In base Station, SmartHub/Base Station - Base Station
Overall a great system!
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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 deliver everything you expect from Bluetooth headphones – and some things you never imagined possible. It’s no surprise PC Magazine called them “The best active noise cancellation you can buy.” Eleven levels of noise cancellation feature a range of options to choose from. You can totally eliminate distractions or minimize noise cancelling to hear everything around you. Or choose from nine other levels in between. Active noise cancelling technology in Bose Headphones 700 monitors the sounds around you and instantly cancels out unwanted noise to let your music shine through. At the same time, the acoustic space inside the earcups is maximized to give your music depth and detail. With these noise cancelling headphones, it’s not just your music that’s clear, so are your calls. The unrivaled microphone system uses a series of microphones to adapt in real time to noisy and windy environments so voices sound crystal clear on calls. Voice commands are also captured with unprecedented accuracy. The stunning new design of Bose Headphones 700 features a streamlined stainless-steel headband and a lightweight, comfortable fit that’s perfect for all-day listening. With these wireless headphones you get up to 20 hours of battery life and time-based power information per charge. Bose Headphones 700. The wireless headphones everyone is talking about.
Customer Rating
5
Phenomenal Noise Cancelling Headphones
on July 22, 2019
Posted by: jhancock
from CHICAGO
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 have a premium build and style, adjustable, more effective, superb noise cancellation along with great call quality and USB-C charging. They provide simultaneous two device connectivity. Three buttons and gestures along with an app for both Android and iOS control all functions including the variable noise cancelling.
Specs
• Headphones:8" x 6.5" W x 2" D (8.96 oz)
• Carrying case:8.6" x 7" W x 2.4" D (6.25 oz)
• Audio cable:42 in
• USB cable:20 in
• Bluetooth version: Bluetooth 5.0
• Bluetooth range: Up to 33 ft (10 m)
• Battery charging time: Up to 2.5 hours
• Quick charge time: 15 min for 3.5 hours
• Battery life: Up to 20 hours
• USB-C connection
• Headphones:8" x 6.5" W x 2" D (8.96 oz)
• Carrying case:8.6" x 7" W x 2.4" D (6.25 oz)
• Audio cable:42 in
• USB cable:20 in
• Bluetooth version: Bluetooth 5.0
• Bluetooth range: Up to 33 ft (10 m)
• Battery charging time: Up to 2.5 hours
• Quick charge time: 15 min for 3.5 hours
• Battery life: Up to 20 hours
• USB-C connection
These Over the Ear headphones are at the top – once again leading the pack.
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Winning in business means working smarter. This HP Color LaserJet Pro M479fdw printer is designed to let you focus your time where it's most effective - growing your business and staying ahead of the competition.Prints up to 27 ISO ppm*, up to 27 ISO ppm* in color
Customer Rating
5
Fast High Quality Printing!
on July 22, 2019
Posted by: jhancock
from CHICAGO
The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw is a quiet and fast color printer for doing a lot of pages quickly. It also does scanning and photo printing comparable or better than most laser printers is its class. It is very easy to use and has a footprint similar to a large inkjet.
Removing and setting up the printer was easy as I followed the instructions for extraction printed on the box then I unpacked the cables and setup directions. The toner is already installed. I did the wireless setup with no hiccups on both Windows and Macs and used it with both Android and iOS. This printer has more wireless options than any other printer I have owned. The touchscreen on the printer is functional and allows monitoring operations without using the computer. I download the printer’s software to my computer from 123.hp.com/laserjet – Two files (simple to do).
The overall operation is easy for printing, copying, scanning and faxing. It does a great job doing duplex printing – saving paper (and trees).
Cost of toner cartridges is high but due to number of pages that can be printed the cost per page should be less than an inkjet.
Removing and setting up the printer was easy as I followed the instructions for extraction printed on the box then I unpacked the cables and setup directions. The toner is already installed. I did the wireless setup with no hiccups on both Windows and Macs and used it with both Android and iOS. This printer has more wireless options than any other printer I have owned. The touchscreen on the printer is functional and allows monitoring operations without using the computer. I download the printer’s software to my computer from 123.hp.com/laserjet – Two files (simple to do).
The overall operation is easy for printing, copying, scanning and faxing. It does a great job doing duplex printing – saving paper (and trees).
Cost of toner cartridges is high but due to number of pages that can be printed the cost per page should be less than an inkjet.
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Create your own lighting masterpiece with these touch-reactive LED Light Squares that connect together along each side to create any design you choose, whether it's a clever 'smart art' decoration above your sofa or a colourful party wall in the basement rec room. Watch the lights react dynamically to your touch, and Rhythm Scenes make lights dance to your favorite music. Fully customize your Canvas inside the Nanoleaf App, set Schedules to wake up naturally. Easily mount panels onto any flat surface using mounting tape.
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I started with the “Nanoleaf Canvas Smarter Kit” light panels (1x Control Square, 8x Light Squares9x, Canvas Linkers, 28x Mounting Tapes and 1x Power Supply Unit (25W, 110vac ~ 240vac)) and played with a few basic designs. Because they can run canned programs of light shows the layout design needs to take into account the changeability of the colors.
- And here is where I changed my mind about what I wanted to do.
Instead of wall mounting I decided to use them as a light source for a glass collection (vases etc.). Placed flat with the vases sitting on top of the squares allows me to illuminate the vases from their base. I really like the look. I will be getting more squares for more vases and also for traditional wall designs.
Instead of wall mounting I decided to use them as a light source for a glass collection (vases etc.). Placed flat with the vases sitting on top of the squares allows me to illuminate the vases from their base. I really like the look. I will be getting more squares for more vases and also for traditional wall designs.
The setup was flawless and easy. Being LED they have very low heat output and very low power consumption. They work well with Smart Home Integration and cell phone – Android & iOS.
Light weight and attractive they are a great (green? -and a lot of other colors)energy efficient light source.
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Enjoy seamless viewing with this LG 34-inch WFHD monitor. The 178-degree wide-viewing angles provide quality visuals from almost any direction, while the anti-glare coating eliminates distractive reflections to let you focus. Flicker-safe technology helps prevent eye strain during extended viewing periods. This LG WFHD monitor has fast response times that eliminate blurring.
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I prefer this flat screen over a curved screen for a better understanding of perspective. If you are mostly after cinema you may prefer the more expensive curved type of screens.
The setup of the monitor was fast with an easy to assemble base that is attractive, space conserving yet a very stable platform when assembled properly. Assembly is easy with only 3 main parts no screwdriver or wrench required.
Height adjustment and tilt are on a par with most desktop monitors. The upper and side bezels are very thin while I did not find the bottom slightly thicker bezel to be aesthetically objectionable.
I used the monitor with both Mac and PC systems. The monitor has good software for use on both platform setups (Mac and PC) included on a DVD or CD rom disk.
The game play was crisp and the detail good as I sat a little further away from the screen because it is so wide (I love it). The monitor boast HDR which is nice and overall brightness is great even in a bright room. It has minimal connections (2 HDMI), but that is sufficient for my image editing / game play.
Very nice easy to set up and use.
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Step into virtual reality with this Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset. The advanced optics produce a sharp display with bright, vivid colors, and Oculus Insight tracking removes the need for external sensors to convert movements into virtual reality. This Oculus Rift S PC-powered headset has a fit wheel that secures the headset with a quick twist.
Customer Rating
5
Virtually the BEST - for VR
on June 6, 2019
Posted by: jhancock
from CHICAGO
The Oculus Rift S is possibly the easiest entry point into PC-based Virtual Reality (VR). Setup is both FAST and EASY. I have worked with VR and AR (Augmented Reality) from the “insert your own smartphone” to room sized dedicated simulators. Setup of the Rift S is very fast once the software has been downloaded. It needs no external tracking stations and has very good visuals. Comfort is at a high level, easily achieved due to easy fitting to the individual, lightweight and good ergonomics. With the new controllers the Rift S has great usability providing a very nice user experience (UX). Due to backward compatibility with the original Rift a plethora of content is available. The Rift S provides a very user-friendly and comfortable headset with fewer USB connections and no need for separate tracking stations compared to the original Rift. The tracking has proven to be awesome. The Rift S also has enough room for eyeglasses. Set up is the easiest I have experienced.
Wishes – True wireless, higher video refresh rate and USB-C headphones capability.
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Add up to 63 hours of battery life to your Apple watch with this black Belkin AW Power Pack 2200. Portable and compact design makes it ideal for travel and on-the-go charging, so you can track fitness, use Apple Pay, and receive updates. The included micro USB cable in this Belkin AW Power Pack 2200 allows for easy connection to a wall charger.
Customer Rating
5
Compact - it packs 63 hrs of Apple Watch run time.
on May 18, 2019
Posted by: jhancock
from CHICAGO
The Belkin Apple Watch Power Pack 2200 is a lightweight MFi Certified power bank. A Micro-USB cable is included (I would have prefered a USB-C instead).
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Enjoy your favorite music with these white Skullcandy Venue over-ear noise-cancelling headphones. The 40mm drivers provide premium acoustics, and the headphones have a run-time of up to 24 hours on a single charge. These Skullcandy Venue over-ear noise-cancelling headphones have a mini USB charging cable and provide up to five hours of listening time after 10 minutes of charging.
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5
Haptic Bass - awesome cans!
on December 8, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
Nice clean, solid bass (very solid). Crisp highs. Very light weight, nice comfortable over the ear fit. The on headset controls are easy to remember and use (they also are well marked visually). The battery life is great, allowing for multi-day use on one charge (they also have a quick charge capability where 10 Min charge = 3 Hours of Play). Use the 4 LED fuel gauge by pressing the power button (even if they are off) and you will see your battery level on the LEDs. 100% = 4 white lights, 75% = 3 white lights, 50% = 2 white lights, 25% = 1 white light, <5% = 1 red light. If you desire, you can also use tethered, so you never have to skip a beat. You can pair up to 2 devices at the same time, but only one device can stream at a time. The ANC (active noise cancelling) is adjustable and quite capable. The Bluetooth range extended to around 100 feet for me (no obstructions). This is a great addition to their well-received line of audio products. In short, they offer a great listening experience in an attractive headset.
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The Bose Soundbar 700 smart speaker offers a perfect combination of sophisticated design and exceptional sound for your home theater, so you can feel the full power in every moment of your favorite music, movies, and TV shows. Featuring premium materials and exquisite craftsmanship, the soundbar is designed to look as good as it sounds. Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant built in puts all your favorite music at the tip of your tongue and acts as a central hub to control your existing smart home devices.
Customer Rating
5
Great for Music and Home Theater!
on November 22, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
The Bose Soundbar 700 comes with Alexa voice control built-in and will probably add other voice control apps in the future. The Soundbar 700 appears to be an upgrade to the earlier, superb, SoundTouch 300. It lives up to the Bose tradition of being stylish and functional while providing aurally pleasing audio. Bose has been providing superior audio products as long as I can remember, and this is no exception. The 700 provides crisp clean audio that crosses the line of superb music to great home theater in a compact package. I have replaced all of my older 7.1 systems with Bose units – the 300, 500 and 700 series plus their subwoofers. The software and firmware are constantly being upgraded, with new features and adaptation to changing industry standards. I used the iOS app to do the setup – it took about an hour to complete the entire setup. Just follow the directions and you will have awesome audio. The ability to use Alexa to control all of my systems verbally is great and at the leading edge of the IoT. I feel the fit and finish of the speaker is at the top of its class. Mine fills a larger and more varied than recommended space with rich clean sound from highs to lows (lows produced by the 700 subwoofer). I will probably add the Bose Surround Speakers at some point but at this time I am quite happy as is. Pure class – great sound!
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Play your favorite PC games with this 15.6-inch Lenovo laptop. Its Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM let you run multiple programs without performance lag, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of file storage space. This Lenovo laptop has a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti graphics card for fast rendering of images and videos.
Is the cpu 8th gen?
Yes
8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8750H 6 core Processor (2.20GHz, up to 4.10GHz with Turbo Boost, 9MB Cache)
8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8750H 6 core Processor (2.20GHz, up to 4.10GHz with Turbo Boost, 9MB Cache)
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Does this play MP3 cd's?
You can attach a wired or Bluetooth output CD player as a source.
6 years, 5 months ago
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Hear the world on your terms by controlling the sound around you. Innovative technologies in Bose Hearphones amplify softer sounds, let you turn down the distractions in noisy environments and focus on what you want to hear.
Can you connect them to an audio Bluetooth player, such as an iPhone, to listen to music when not using them for conversation enhancement? If so, what is the audio quality of the music? Do they compare to the similar looking Bose around you neck earbuds.
They are connectable to Bluetooth players like the iPhone and provide great audio with low noise. Yes - similar to their other around the neck earbuds.
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Bring soft illumination to your favorite nook with this white Philips Hue table lamp. It mimics natural light to help you relax and feel energized when you wake up, and it's bright enough to read by during story time. This Philips Hue table lamp connects to the Hue bridge, so you can control it remotely.
How big is it
Height 12.3 inches
Width 8.2 inches
Depth 11.3 inches
Width 8.2 inches
Depth 11.3 inches
6 years, 9 months ago
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Prepare delicious recipes with this Blendtec Designer 650s Blender. The Blendtec Designer Series uses all the power and performance that made Blendtec the choice of blending professionals, and combined it with a modern design with functionality taking Blendtec to a new level in performance blending. The Blendtec Designer Series is the all-in-one appliance that replaces many standard kitchen appliances with one fast easy-to-use machine. It will make smoothies, fresh whole juice, ice cream, margaritas, soups, sauces, bread dough, dressings, salsas, flours and more! Blending professionals have relied on Blendtec machines in the best coffee shops, juice bars, gyms, and restaurants around the world for producing the best, most consistent results in taste and texture. You can now enjoy the same results in your home.
What is the difference between the designer series and the classic blender? Can they be used commercially? Which is more rugged?
The major difference between the two series appears to be the number of functions, with the Designer Series having the most settings. Blendtec also has a series of pro blenders. You can do a search for Blendtec/commercial. They both seem to be very rugged.
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Surround yourself with robust audio performance in a slim package with this LG ultra-slim soundbar. Compatible with the latest LG televisions, the compact soundbar pairs seamlessly to deliver an immersive audio-visual experience. The 4K high resolution audio on this LG ultra-slim soundbar lets you hear the action in every scene.
Can this sound bar be used with warless rear speakers? If so has anyone done this?
Surround yourself with robust audio performance in a slim package with this LG ultra-slim soundbar. Compatible with the latest LG televisions, the compact soundbar pairs seamlessly to deliver an immersive audio-visual experience. The 4K high resolution audio on this LG ultra-slim soundbar lets you hear the action in every scene.
does this have 3d pass through
The Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens on this Sony Cyber-shot RX100 II digital camera features a 3.6x optical zoom to help you bring subjects into focus for detailed photos and videos. Optical SteadyShot stabilization enables clear image capture.Memory card sold separately.
Best way to get clear low light shots with action
What is the best way to achieve good motion shots in low light on this camera? I am frequently trying to capture images or video in poorly lighted gyms or auditoriums. Is there a recommended preset that handles these conditions well?
Use the highest ISO you are comfortable with digital noise wise. Preferably 3200 or above. Shoot at the widest aperture preferred setting 1.8 at 28mm if possible. This will give you the fastest shutter speed possible. Last but not least pan with your subject. - good shooting!
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