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- First reviewFebruary 8, 2014
- Last reviewMay 13, 2024
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- Average rating4.6
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- First review commentFebruary 11, 2014
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Produce a synchronized light show along with your music by using this 220W LG speaker system. Its voice frequency filter with key adjustment creates custom karaoke tracks, and 18 vocal effects enhance singing performances for added fun. Bluetooth, aux in and USB inputs connect this LG speaker system to your audio source.
Customer Rating
5
One man party!
on May 31, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
If you want portable karaoke that is more than just a speaker with a microphone jack, this is for you.
Very easy to setup, which is good because the included “simple manual” is not much more than a diagram of the buttons. Easy to connect to my iPad via Bluetooth which gave me access to my Pandora, iTunes and YouTube. With the microphone plugged in, and YouTube playing a karaoke video, you are a one man party.
You can use the buttons on the device or on the remote to adjust vocal pitch and for some very fun vocal effects (my personal favorite was Helium mode, which really makes you laugh). The only drawback is that the display is a small LED which means you have to cycle through all of the functions to get through them. There is an app available for Android devices which may alleviate this, but I have an iOS/iPhone/iPads, so cannot say for sure. The lights are fun and it seems like they pulse with the music, note - you have to cycle through those selections as well. You can go to the LG web page for a full online manual, but after playing around with it for about 10 minutes, I really felt like I had figured it out.
Also has USB and AUX connections, but don’t see myself using these as much since the BT works seamlessly. I was a little surprised how large it is, but it does put out a LOT (220 watts) of sound!
Perfect for Karaoke or use as a party speaker.
My Best Buy number: 0746008087
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Remove pet hair from carpets and hard floors with this BISSELL floor cleaning machine. Its motorized brush lifts and removes stubborn hair and dirt, and helps to clean hard-to-reach areas. This BISSELL floor cleaning machine dispenses detergent with the pull of a trigger for hassle-free shampooing of carpets and upholstery.
Customer Rating
5
I had no idea how dirty my rugs were!
on April 26, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
Crazy - they get vacuumed all the time, but this is a whole different level of clean.
We have a cat and a dog and I just used this to clean a 10x10 area rug and it picked up so much dirt and cat hair I was frankly shocked. Just seeing the dirty water container from the one rug makes me want to clean all our rugs now.
Super easy to use with well thought out buttons, it's lightweight, but packs a ton of suction. I also really like the cleaning tray that you put it in after you are done - just add a little water and turn it back on and it automatically cleans the brush head (think paint roller).
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Match your look to the occasion with this 2-in-1 Philips Norelco shaver. Its ComfortCut blade system lets you achieve a smooth, clean shave, and its click-on plastic guard provides a casual three-day stubble look. The multidirectional flex heads of this Philips Norelco shaver ensure consistent trimming on every contour of your face and neck.
Customer Rating
5
Smooth shave, gentle on the skin, easy to clean!
on April 18, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
I’m impressed - It’s been a while since I tried a 3 blade circular razor (normally I use a 2 long blade electric), but this works great. This is a wet/dry shaver, but I’m used to shaving dry so that’s all I’ve tried so far. It is very gentle, but still gives a nice close shave. It’s super easy to clean – just hit the button to pop the flip open lid and rinse it in the sink.
Fully charges in 1 hour and lasts for almost an hour of shave time. There’s even a quick 5 min charge for a 5 min shave if the battery dies. Which is good because you can’t shave with it plugged in (probably by design since it can also be used a wet shaver.)
Side burn trimmer works well and overall it’s very light weight and easy to maneuver.
There’s also a blade cover for storage or travel and also comes with a “5 o’clock shadow” attachment for a permanent fine stubble look. Definitely recommended.
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Pick up over-the-air HD channels with this Mohu Sail antenna. It has everything you need to install it in your attic or on your roof. With a range of 75-miles, the antenna lets you enjoy free entertainment without a cable subscription. The modern curved aesthetic blends in with home decor for a seamless appearance. This Mohu Sail antenna has a FirstStage amplifier located right at the antenna, where the signal is at its best to help deliver a crisp, clear picture.
Customer Rating
5
Free HD TV - Perfect for cutting the cable cord!
on April 13, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
Works great and very easy to install. I tested it out in the room in my basement and it picked up 9 channels just setting it on a table in the room. Once I mounted it outside though, we got 21 channels!
This is designed for outside or for in attic use/mounting as it is bigger than the flat indoor ones. The antenna is very lightweight and the metal mounting hardware is very sturdy. Took only about 20-30 minutes to figure out where I wanted it and then to mount.
This is our 2nd Mohu (we also have a Mohu 50 indoor antenna and were so pleased with it we got this 2nd one.) When you cut the cable cord these pay for themselves in 1-2 months!
My Best Buy number: 0746008087
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Handle it all and get affordable prints. Set up, connect and print right from your mobile device, and produce high-quality photos and everyday documents. Print, scan, copy, and fax with ease.
Customer Rating
5
Easy to Use - Quick to Setup printer/scanner/fax
on April 1, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
Very easy to setup and use. Took about 10 minutes start to finish including seeing the printer on my pc and my iPad.
Has a nice modern look and feel and is fast and quiet. The scanner is half as loud as my old HP Office jet. The output paper tray is sleek and slides out of the way when not printing.
Printing was quick and looks clean. The scanner also makes it easy to scan directly to a pc right from the printer on it's touchscreen interface. It will scan to PDF or Jpg formats. Less choices than some other models, but also less to have to choose from and less to setup.
It has a document feeder to quickly scan multiple pages or use the flatbed for 1 page or photo's etc.
Overall very easy to use general home office WiFi color printer and scanner.
My Best Buy number: 0746008087
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Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 Plaque Control, Rechargeable electric toothbrush with pressure sensor, White Mint HX6817/01
Customer Rating
5
Super Sonic!
on March 22, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
If you are already used to an electric toothbrush, you would think that using a different electric toothbrush would not be much different. But this one has an entirely different feel from my old rotating electric toothbrush. The bristles don’t move or rotate, they pulsate extremely fast and actually tickle your gums (in a good way). The out-of-the-box setting has a 14 use “warm up” cycle which I recommend to get used to the different sensation of brushing. It is quieter than the Braun and there are 2 sounds - one tone change when you are pressing too hard and a different tone when it’s time to move to another mouth quadrant (every 30) seconds.
Overall, I really like the toothbrush. I am looking forward to seeing if my dentist notices a difference.
My Best Buy number: 0746008087
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Experience the bigger, clearer picture when you upgrade your home theater setup with the STR-DH590. The 5.2ch AV receiver brings movies to life with 4K HDR pass-through, Dolby Vision and flexible surround sound. Bring all your devices together with BLUETOOTH connectivity and multiple inputs.
Customer Rating
5
Great sounding Amp - easy to setup
on March 3, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
Plenty of power, great sound, and was very easy to setup.
Auto calibration works great to sort out how far your speakers are from you to optimize sound.
The 4K hdmi pass throughs work great to just run 1 cable to your tv and everything else through the receiver and still get a great picture.
Love the standby bluetooth feature! - This lets you turn on the receiver from your phone and start playing music without having to grab the remote or walk up to it to turn on. Simple thing, but we use that feature all the time.
My Best Buy number: 0746008087
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Cut The Cord with AirTV Player. Stream movies, TV, music and other content using a wide range of apps, including Netflix, SlingTV, Google Play and many more from the Google Play Store all with AirTV Player. AirTV’s streaming platform integrates local over-the-air (OTA) programming with your streaming services. The AirTV Adapter and an OTA antenna provide local channels like ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX, without a monthly cable bill.
Customer Rating
5
Save $$$ - Cut the cord with AirTV!
on February 20, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
Saving $75-100 a month off cable? Yes please! Took about 20-30 mins to unhook my cable box and hook this up in it's place. Very easy to install - plug it in, connect HDMI to TV, connect an OTA antenna (sold separately) for local channels. Probably spent another 15-20 minutes playing with the OTA antenna that I was also hooking up at the same time, but that was just trying it out in multiple locations to get the most stations (we can pick up 26 locals!)
The OTA antenna integration is great as it makes viewing both local HD local stations (FOR FREE!) right in the same interface as Sling TV.
Saving a ton over cable with this and Sling TV (got the Blue package for $25 and added the Cloud DVR for $5 - so $30 a month). Couple that with local HD free channels and will save hundreds a year. They also include a $50 off code for Sling TV so you can try it for basically 2 months for free.
Picture quality and sound is great over our WiFi (we average about 40-50 mpbs internet speeds.)
Only 2 minor improvements I'd like to see:
1) It doesn't currently have the capability to pause live TV (local or internet Sling TV). They claim that USB hard drive add on for local DVR functionality is coming soon, but not yet released as of now (Feb 2018.)
2) Even with the optional cloud DVR $5 feature with Sling TV you can't pause "live" Sling TV which is a bummer, but you can work around this by just recording what you are watching and then you can pause it, rewind, fast forward etc. Hopefully they update this as well, but ok work around for now.
1) It doesn't currently have the capability to pause live TV (local or internet Sling TV). They claim that USB hard drive add on for local DVR functionality is coming soon, but not yet released as of now (Feb 2018.)
2) Even with the optional cloud DVR $5 feature with Sling TV you can't pause "live" Sling TV which is a bummer, but you can work around this by just recording what you are watching and then you can pause it, rewind, fast forward etc. Hopefully they update this as well, but ok work around for now.
Overall very please and this is a solid option if you are looking to cut the cord and save a ton!
My Best Buy number: 0746008087
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Elevate your workout with these JBL Free wireless headphones. Their hands-free design lets you control music and make calls with the touch of a button, and the charging case stores 20 hours of backup power to keep tunes playing through your entire workout. These JBL Free wireless headphones use JBL Signature Sound to provide high-quality audio.
Customer Rating
3
Light, easy to use, OK sound, no volume control!
on January 24, 2018
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
These are pretty lightweight and more compact compared to other in ear headsets I’ve tried. They come with silicone wraps that help them stay put. I have small ears (inside and out) and they do fit pretty well, even for me.
One popped out during a high impact workout session, but for running they have stayed put well and were comfortable even wearing for an hour straight.
Note that there is no volume control on the buds. The only way to change volume is directly on your phone which isn't ideal if you want to change volume during a run or workout.
The sound is a bit tinny and there does not appear to be a companion app that can increase bass or decrease treble. Maybe they'll add that or fix via a future update.
My Best Buy number: 0746008087
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Listen to music for up to 10 hours with this black JBL portable speaker. It has a built-in Google Assistant that responds to voice commands, and it delivers rich stereo sound while you stream music via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. This water-resistant JBL portable speaker is made of durable materials, so you can use it outdoors safely.
Customer Rating
5
Waterproof, Google, Bluetooth, AND Great Sound!
on December 14, 2017
Posted by: ShawnInKB
from Kure Beach, NC, USA
Best of all worlds - This speaker sounds great, runs on battery for Google Home anywhere you have internet, it is also a Bluetooth speaker, AND is waterproof!!!
Hey Google, why aren't you answering me? You say to yourself whenever you aren't in earshot of your plugged in Google homes. Now take Google home with you everywhere! You still want to know things pool side, at the beach, in your garage, backyard, grilling on your deck, the shower, etc. right?
Overall love this speaker. It sounds great with big sound in a little package, it is just as easy to setup and use as a Google Home or a Bluetooth speaker. Google will work as long as it has internet (your home Wi-Fi, hotspot on your phone, etc.) and in the rare case you don't have internet or if you really want to just here your music instead of only internet music - just stream to it like any Bluetooth speaker (long pet peeve of mine with Google Home now solved!). OH, AND DID I MENTION IT IS WATERPROOF!
My Best Buy number: 0746008087
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Transform your iPad Air into a portable laptop with this Logitech FabricSkin 920-006040 case that features a discreet Bluetooth keyboard to simplify typing documents and e-mails on your device. The water-repellent design helps keep your device safe.
Overall
4 out of 5
4 out of 5Best fitting case / issue with power button crack
By ShawnInKB
from Pottstown, PA
Overall a great case as long as it holds up! 1st one got a crack at the power button within 2 weeks. The plastic there is just too small/not sturdy enough and I barely used it. You almost never even use the power button because it automatically comes on and off when you open and close the case. Lots of others had this same problem. On my 2nd one - 2 weeks in (so far so good, but being really gentle with it just in case.)
Otherwise a great case. Good viewing angle, great form factor, super light so it doesn't bulk up your iPad air. Keyboard takes some getting used to and keys are in weird places, but much better for typing than the on screen keyboard. Nice slim package, lets you type better, easy access to the camera, power, and charging port. Good viewing angle. Note the only slimmer full case was the OEM Appple iPad full case which I tried 1st, but it was worthless. The only viewing angles on that one were basically flat and 90 degrees so not usuable at all. Go with this one instead and careful with the area of plastic by the power button.
ShawnInKB
Pottstown, PA
2nd one cracked also at the power button!!!
February 11, 2014
A few days after I wrote this review, the 2nd case broke in the exact same spot at the power button. Again, never even used the power button as it isn't needed. Serious design flaw. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY!
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Treat yourself to the ultimate bathroom upgrade with the Slim Three Bidet Seat. Designed for an easy DIY install, this premium model offers superior cleaning results at an affordable price. Features: Three-in-one bidet system, stainless steel nozzle, adjustable water pressure, wireless remote, warm air dryer, adjustable nozzle position, intelligent seat sensor, slow closing seat & lid, heated seat, warm water, night light, posterior wash, feminine wash, massage spray, turbo spray, power saving mode. Available for Round or Elongated toilets. Bio Bidet by Bemis - Water Does It Better
How is water supplied to the unit
They provide a t-adapter in the box to connect to existing toilet cold water supply. It fills a tank on the unit itself and heats up the tank for warm water cleaning.
3 years, 6 months ago
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Wemo WiFi Smart Outdoor Plug gives you total smart control over your lights, holiday decorations and other outdoor devices. Featuring two splash-proof and weather-resistant outlets, you can set schedules and control two devices together from anywhere by using the app or your voice with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, or Hey Google.* It’s perfect for the patio, yard or other spaces where you’d like to manage electric outlets. You can also use Away Mode to randomly turn porch or landscape lights on and off when you’re not home. Sync lights connected to the Smart Outdoor Plug with the sunset and you’ll walk out to a backyard that’s ready for evening activities.
I actually have 3 questions. Is this device gfi protected? Can I control each outlet separately? I’ve yet to see a straight answer on that question What are the current and temperature ratings for the device?
No it is not GFCI, but most places require outdoor outlets to be on a GFCI in that circuit so should be covered by your GFCI outlets. No, it turns both plugs on/off simultaneously. Not sure on it's temperature rating. Didn't see any details on that in the manual.- only that it is IP44 rated.
3 years, 6 months ago
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Meet Talk GO, JLab’s compact, lightweight, and portable USB microphone. With 2 studio-quality condensers and a generous resolution of 96kHz/24BIT, this is a great entry level microphone for all around use with high performance. The Talk GO has 2 directional pattern modes to choose from and has volume and mute controls, making it great for calls, podcasts, gaming, ASMR and voiceovers using its two directional pattern modes.
Does it use an aux cord
It is USB connection only for connecting to your PC/Mac. There is a 3.5 aux jack on the bottom of the mic for connecting a 3.5mm headset for listening if desired. Instead I just use the output of my PC speakers to hear others on my meetings/web calls.
3 years, 10 months ago
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The reliable Brother MFC-L3710CW digital color all-in-one printer is an ideal choice for home and small offices looking for laser printer performance and need full functionality, print, copy, scan and fax, in a compact footprint. The up to 50-sheet automatic document feeder enables multipage copying, scanning and faxing, plus quick print speeds of up to 19 pages per minute. The manual feed slot accommodates varied printing needs and can handle a variety of paper types and sizes, including card stock, envelopes and more. The 250-sheet capacity adjustable paper tray helps improve efficiency with fewer refills and handles letter- or legal-size paper. Connect with versatile options, including built-in wireless or USB interfaces, and print wirelessly from mobile devices³. Save time by creating custom shortcuts on the 3.7" color touch screen, which also enables you to directly print from and scan to popular cloud apps, including Dropbox, Google Drive, Evernote, OneNote and more¹. Brother Genuine high-yield replacement toner cartridges help lower printing costs. Comes with a 1-year limited warranty and free online, call or live chat support for the life of your product.Prints up to 19 ISO ppm*, up to 19 ppm* in color.
will it scan two sided to two sided through the scanner?
No. Single sided scans and printing on this model. Check out the MFC-L3770 if you need duplex scanning and printing.
4 years, 7 months ago
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Cut The Cord with AirTV Player. Stream movies, TV, music and other content using a wide range of apps, including Netflix, SlingTV, Google Play and many more from the Google Play Store all with AirTV Player. AirTV’s streaming platform integrates local over-the-air (OTA) programming with your streaming services. The AirTV Adapter and an OTA antenna provide local channels like ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX, without a monthly cable bill.
I’m confused. How/ where does it get ota channels? Is there an antenna that comes with it? Similar to the digital antenna I use now for local channels? Or does it get the local ota channels and stream to device via the internet?
If you have an OTA antenna already you will be all set. Just unscrew the OTA coax cable from your TV and connect it to the OTA AirTV adapter (included with this item.) Then it will show the locals right in the AirTV/SlingTV same guide.
6 years, 3 months ago
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Completely customize your Wi-Fi Smart Color Thermostat to match your lifestyle and decor. The ENERGY STAR® certified smart thermostat lets you choose the temperature, schedule, display color and the devices you use to control it all.
will this work with iPhone?
Yes, works with both iOS and Android.
Apps can be downloaded from here:
https://yourhome.honeywell.com/en/products/thermostat/wi-fi-smart-color-thermostat-rth9585wf
Apps can be downloaded from here:
https://yourhome.honeywell.com/en/products/thermostat/wi-fi-smart-color-thermostat-rth9585wf
6 years, 6 months ago
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Completely customize your Wi-Fi Smart Color Thermostat to match your lifestyle and decor. The ENERGY STAR® certified smart thermostat lets you choose the temperature, schedule, display color and the devices you use to control it all.
What are installation instructions & wiring requirements?
User manual, guides, and walk through installation videos are all here:
https://yourhome.honeywell.com/en/products/thermostat/wi-fi-smart-color-thermostat-rth9585wf
https://yourhome.honeywell.com/en/products/thermostat/wi-fi-smart-color-thermostat-rth9585wf
6 years, 6 months ago
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Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
Apartment use. Currently have a TimeWarner modem router and an extender in living room. parts of living room are slow and gaps. will these replace the modem router and will range be better?
I would say yes. Our speeds tripled in the areas of our home that were slower (3rd floor and basement) from 20-27mbps to 63mbps.
7 years, 8 months ago
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Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
I have a house built in 1930 and it is 1000 sq. ft. up and 1000 sq. ft. basement. I have 2 wifi extenders because of the solid brick and plaster walls to pick up better signal in dead areas. I currently have a Netgear 55 router. Would this work better?
I would say yes based on my results. Before I installed the Orbi I ran 5 separate speed tests on my laptop in various parts of our home. (3 story house - 2700 sq. ft).
I ran tests from each floor on my existing router (TP Link WR1043ND - a 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router). Speeds averaged 43.76Mbps down and 4.35Mbps upload.
After I installed the Orbi, I re-ran the same speed tests in the same locations and speeds now average 62.83Mbps down and 5.80Mbps upload. Significantly faster!
The 2 spots in the house - top floor and basement both went from 28.56Mbps and 21.72 to 64.33 and 63.46 - so much better coverage and the Orbi's base + satellite coverage now provides equal coverage thoughout the entire home.
I ran tests from each floor on my existing router (TP Link WR1043ND - a 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router). Speeds averaged 43.76Mbps down and 4.35Mbps upload.
After I installed the Orbi, I re-ran the same speed tests in the same locations and speeds now average 62.83Mbps down and 5.80Mbps upload. Significantly faster!
The 2 spots in the house - top floor and basement both went from 28.56Mbps and 21.72 to 64.33 and 63.46 - so much better coverage and the Orbi's base + satellite coverage now provides equal coverage thoughout the entire home.
7 years, 8 months ago
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