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Now that quality you've come to love from GE is available right on your countertop, thanks to GE Appliances blenders, available in both Standard and Immersion designs. Our immersion blenders are ideal for one-handed operation, and available whisk and chopping attachments make whipping up family meals a cinch. You can even take it with you to help make kitchen magic on the go. GE Appliances standard blenders are the perfect addition to any kitchen and have the power to blend through tough ingredients to make delicious shakes, sauces and purées. The available personal blending cups are perfect for your morning smoothie and help make clean-up a snap. Make your blending experience a snap with help from GE Appliances, a brand you trust.
Customer Rating
4
Useful Features but not Glass Carafe
on January 19, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This blender is powerful and nice to look at as well. Nice crisp design with user friendly controls. It does have four feet of which two are suction feet that grab countertops well.
It is all plastic which works fine, however a glass carafe is more durable I have found.
This blender has 5 speeds but does not have the technology to press a button and the blender runs a programmed type of mixing. The blender crushed ice perfectly into snow cone size particles.
The blender does have an interlock to prevent it turning on without the carafe in place so it is more child safe in this regard.
It has metal blades and is quite powerful, so I do recommend this unit as a solid, stylish and simple to use blender.
It is all plastic which works fine, however a glass carafe is more durable I have found.
This blender has 5 speeds but does not have the technology to press a button and the blender runs a programmed type of mixing. The blender crushed ice perfectly into snow cone size particles.
The blender does have an interlock to prevent it turning on without the carafe in place so it is more child safe in this regard.
It has metal blades and is quite powerful, so I do recommend this unit as a solid, stylish and simple to use blender.
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The Blueair Classic 680i air purifier brings clean energizing air to spacious bedrooms living rooms or any big rooms up to 698 sq ft. A built-in air quality sensor makes it easy to confirm your air is virtually free of asthma and allergy triggers and indoor air pollutants such as mold, dust, pet dander, and pollen by scanning the air quality in real time and adjusting fan speed to your current air quality. The Classic 680i delivers unmatched performance thanks to HEPASilent technology which combines electrostatic and mechanical filtration technologies. This combination pioneered by Blueair delivers high clean-air delivery rate (CADR) with whisper-silent operation and high energy efficiency.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Quality and Performance
on January 11, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
Absolutely great product. Just what is needed for pets, cooking, allergens and dust from living near the Atlantic ocean.
The unit is made in Sweden and they did things right from start to finish. The unit arrived and was packed extremely well. The caution to remove plastic from filters was easy to spot and of course critical to the unit’s operation. It has 3 filters and you can join a filter club to expedite ordering and keeping up with having clean filters.
This unit can be controlled by an LED control panel (you can select the brightness) or control it as I preferred, by a very well written cell phone app. The unit will connect to your WiFi so that the app selections including a schedule can control the unit if you select to run on a schedule. When you choose to ‘schedule’, if you want it to follow the times and to follow the fan speed you set, then don’t set ‘Auto’ when inside the scheduler. Basically ‘Auto’ means the fan speed is controlled by the device sensors. Also you can set the fan speed for after the scheduled time elapses and the fan will switch to this selected speed. For example I set the fan to run at the highest ‘3’ speed for one hour every day and then to run at the ‘2’ speed the rest of the time. Here’s a nice link to use in addition to the manual: Control your air purifier from the Blueair Friend app | Blueair
The app is easy to install and setup including the WiFi connection. So nice when the app is clear and works perfectly like this one. The manual is also done properly and is easy and logical to get acquainted with the air cleaner.
The product is super well made and the fan is quiet and smooth at all speeds. What a great product and I might add that given the problems of ensuring your home air is clean, it is a very desirable product. I highly recommend this Classic 680i unit from Blueair.
The unit is made in Sweden and they did things right from start to finish. The unit arrived and was packed extremely well. The caution to remove plastic from filters was easy to spot and of course critical to the unit’s operation. It has 3 filters and you can join a filter club to expedite ordering and keeping up with having clean filters.
This unit can be controlled by an LED control panel (you can select the brightness) or control it as I preferred, by a very well written cell phone app. The unit will connect to your WiFi so that the app selections including a schedule can control the unit if you select to run on a schedule. When you choose to ‘schedule’, if you want it to follow the times and to follow the fan speed you set, then don’t set ‘Auto’ when inside the scheduler. Basically ‘Auto’ means the fan speed is controlled by the device sensors. Also you can set the fan speed for after the scheduled time elapses and the fan will switch to this selected speed. For example I set the fan to run at the highest ‘3’ speed for one hour every day and then to run at the ‘2’ speed the rest of the time. Here’s a nice link to use in addition to the manual: Control your air purifier from the Blueair Friend app | Blueair
The app is easy to install and setup including the WiFi connection. So nice when the app is clear and works perfectly like this one. The manual is also done properly and is easy and logical to get acquainted with the air cleaner.
The product is super well made and the fan is quiet and smooth at all speeds. What a great product and I might add that given the problems of ensuring your home air is clean, it is a very desirable product. I highly recommend this Classic 680i unit from Blueair.
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Anker Soundcore Rave Neo Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Lights, BassUp Technology, Sync 100+ Speakers, 18H Playtime
Customer Rating
5
Has Solid Heft and Sweet Sound
on December 14, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This unit is very well made with clear and intuitive controls and an excellent carry handle. It pairs super fast with phone, PC or TV.
Sound is beautiful. I did not notice much difference when ‘Bass’ button is on or off, so it may need a lot of bass in the source to make that feature significant.
Simple to switch attractive light patterns on/off and also can just have lights without sound, which is useful for trying to get to sleep – so that’s a rewarding extra feature, at least for some folks.
You can use it without Bluetooth with direct wire. I was impressed with this unit, there is no loose vibration sounds, it is crisp and clear and I would definitely recommend it. Great design: both attractive and super sound, nice job by the engineers. I gave it pride of place among my PC speakers.
Sound is beautiful. I did not notice much difference when ‘Bass’ button is on or off, so it may need a lot of bass in the source to make that feature significant.
Simple to switch attractive light patterns on/off and also can just have lights without sound, which is useful for trying to get to sleep – so that’s a rewarding extra feature, at least for some folks.
You can use it without Bluetooth with direct wire. I was impressed with this unit, there is no loose vibration sounds, it is crisp and clear and I would definitely recommend it. Great design: both attractive and super sound, nice job by the engineers. I gave it pride of place among my PC speakers.
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Now that quality you've come to love from GE is available right on your countertop, thanks to GE Appliances blenders, available in both Standard and Immersion designs. Our immersion blenders are ideal for one-handed operation, and available whisk and chopping attachments make whipping up family meals a cinch. You can even take it with you to help make kitchen magic on the go. GE Appliances standard blenders are the perfect addition to any kitchen and have the power to blend through tough ingredients to make delicious shakes, sauces and purées. The available personal blending cups are perfect for your morning smoothie and help make clean-up a snap. Make your blending experience a snap with help from GE Appliances, a brand you trust.
Customer Rating
4
Nice Basic Blender
on November 24, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This is a very stylish blender, it looks great on your countertop. It does have 2 suction feet that grabbed my granite countertop really well. The front feet do not suction down and this is a good design so the blender can be moved easily i.e. you lift up on the front and then can get the 2 suction feet to release at an angle. Good thinking by the designers.
It is all plastic which works fine, however I prefer a glass carafe as I have seen plastic carafes develop stress fractures over time. It does come with 2 smoothie cups and an extra set of blades that can be used with a smoothie cup.
This blender is more simple in that it has 5 speeds but does not have the technology to press a button and the blender runs a specific type of mixing. An example is when making a smoothie, some blenders have a ‘Smoothie’ button and it automatically stops and starts blending on it’s own to let the fruit fall to the blades in between high speed mixing. This blender does have an ice crushing function which worked very well for making snow cones.
I did like that this blender will not operate unless a carafe is in place. Some will turn on and could be more dangerous for children, this one is safer.
It has strong metal blades and plenty of power so I do recommend this unit as a solid simple blender.
It is all plastic which works fine, however I prefer a glass carafe as I have seen plastic carafes develop stress fractures over time. It does come with 2 smoothie cups and an extra set of blades that can be used with a smoothie cup.
This blender is more simple in that it has 5 speeds but does not have the technology to press a button and the blender runs a specific type of mixing. An example is when making a smoothie, some blenders have a ‘Smoothie’ button and it automatically stops and starts blending on it’s own to let the fruit fall to the blades in between high speed mixing. This blender does have an ice crushing function which worked very well for making snow cones.
I did like that this blender will not operate unless a carafe is in place. Some will turn on and could be more dangerous for children, this one is safer.
It has strong metal blades and plenty of power so I do recommend this unit as a solid simple blender.
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Go Epic! Immerse yourself in a new type of streaming experience with the Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS300 Smart Streaming Laser Projector. Utilizing an advanced, ultra-short throw design, viewing content has never been easier. Simply place the projector just inches from the wall and watch TV shows, sports, movies and more up to an astonishing 120". Featuring built-in Android TV and wireless connectivity, the Epson EpiqVision LS300 Streaming Laser Projector gives you seamless access to popular streaming services including Hulu, HBO and YouTube, right out of the box. So, whether you’re binge-watching your favorite TV shows or hosting movie night, the Epson EpiqVision LS300 Streaming Laser Projector makes it easy to stream bright images virtually anywhere in your home. Audiophile 2.1 Speaker System by Yamaha. Epson has partnered with Yamaha to create a unique audio experience unlike anything it its class. Developed exclusively for the Epson EpiqVision LS300 Streaming Laser Projector, Yamaha’s leading Acoustic Engineers designed a unique 2.1 sound system to deliver a true audiophile performance. Designed within a custom 3D Acoustic Enclosure, two high-end Yamaha drivers and a dedicated woofer are powered by a discrete amplifier and tuned, using Yamaha’s latest AudioEngine™ DSP technology to produce an impressive, deep and wide sound stage that rivals dedicated higher-end audio systems and soundbars.
Customer Rating
5
Phenomenal Technology, Great Features
on November 18, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This device is fantastic. It is so smart that the installation/setup is a matter of minutes and you really don’t need much instruction. You power it on and follow the included quick setup guide and in a few minutes you are projecting TV shows. You can connect to your Google ID. It will allow you to install apps even during the setup and I used FUBO to stream content crystal clear via my WiFi.
The engineers had to be super smart. The controls are simple and that includes physical positioning and adjustments for keystone effect etc. The unit is not tiny, but it is easily portable. It has just the right heft so the sound system in it is superb without vibrations or noise – just like a good theater.
My first reaction was that this is the direction of TV in the near future. A small portable projector that is just inches from a wall, somehow magically via Laser technology projects a beautiful image even on orange-peel sheetrock. Amazing. I had the projector about 9 inches from the wall and it put up a picture diagonal of about 98 inches – wow. The device can focus up to a 120 inch diagonal.
The audio is superb via two high-end Yamaha drivers and a dedicated woofer. The sound was better than any soundbar I have ever used.
You do also have 2 HDMI ports and can output the sound via Bluetooth or optical audio out. The remote includes a microphone so you can tell the device what you want it to do. Chromecast is also built in. I do intend to invest in a nice 105 inch projection screen. A nice feature of course is you can adjust this picture size as needed for your room.
I do highly recommend this phenomenal technology in a high quality device, that was so fun to set up and a blast to use. Wonderful.
The engineers had to be super smart. The controls are simple and that includes physical positioning and adjustments for keystone effect etc. The unit is not tiny, but it is easily portable. It has just the right heft so the sound system in it is superb without vibrations or noise – just like a good theater.
My first reaction was that this is the direction of TV in the near future. A small portable projector that is just inches from a wall, somehow magically via Laser technology projects a beautiful image even on orange-peel sheetrock. Amazing. I had the projector about 9 inches from the wall and it put up a picture diagonal of about 98 inches – wow. The device can focus up to a 120 inch diagonal.
The audio is superb via two high-end Yamaha drivers and a dedicated woofer. The sound was better than any soundbar I have ever used.
You do also have 2 HDMI ports and can output the sound via Bluetooth or optical audio out. The remote includes a microphone so you can tell the device what you want it to do. Chromecast is also built in. I do intend to invest in a nice 105 inch projection screen. A nice feature of course is you can adjust this picture size as needed for your room.
I do highly recommend this phenomenal technology in a high quality device, that was so fun to set up and a blast to use. Wonderful.
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Refill your batteries with this Belkin BOOST CHARGE dual USB Type-A wall charger. The integrated USB Type-A ports let you charge two devices simultaneously, and the 12W output recharges tablets and smartphones quickly. This Belkin BOOST CHARGE dual USB Type-A wall charger fits comfortably in laptop bags and has a folding plug that prevents accidental damage in transit.
Customer Rating
5
Handy and Solid Charger
on November 11, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
Perfect little charger. Checked out fine based on testing with several items that it charged properly. It does have two ports that you can plug USB cables into. Worked on Samsung, LG and other products per my testing. Charging two items at one time was no problem. I do recommend it.
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Always ready to entertain with the Bella Pro Series 18-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker. The 1200-watt brewing system quickly brews 18 5-oz. cups of coffee in minutes, making it ideal for large family gatherings or parties. 1 - 4 cup feature for large carafe taste in a smaller batch and brew strength selector for a high quality, customized brew. Prepare ahead of time by programming up to 24 hours in advance. Adjustable 30 minute to 4-hour automatic shut off for added safety. No time to wait for the whole pot? Grab a quick mug while brewing with the pause and serve feature. The special cleaning cycle extends product life while ensure coffee is always at its optimum flavor. Sustainable and reusable permanent filter basket and measuring spoon included.
Customer Rating
4
Nice Basic Coffee Maker
on November 11, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This Bella coffee maker would be ideal for those who drink more than the average amount of coffee in a few hours. It makes up to 18 5-oz. cups. This one is easy to operate and the controls are intuitive. You simply use the nice glass carafe to fill the water reservoir, put in your coffee with the included scoop and hit the Brew/Off button. An extra nice feature is that when brewing is complete, the unit will start a count and show the time since brewing was complete. You can select the Keep Warm time you want, at which time the counter will stop.
You can program a start time like most coffee makers have. This one comes with a permanent filter but you can also use paper filters with the permanent filter which I did. The coffee maker will sense when the reservoir is empty and stop or you can hit the Brew/Off button to turn it off.
I noticed that when you remove the carafe there is a spring loaded button that is supposed to stop any additional drips from coming down but this didn’t work – a few drops will fall, so be prepared to wipe that up.
This is a basic coffee maker, the coffee was very good, it was easy to use; so I do recommend it.
You can program a start time like most coffee makers have. This one comes with a permanent filter but you can also use paper filters with the permanent filter which I did. The coffee maker will sense when the reservoir is empty and stop or you can hit the Brew/Off button to turn it off.
I noticed that when you remove the carafe there is a spring loaded button that is supposed to stop any additional drips from coming down but this didn’t work – a few drops will fall, so be prepared to wipe that up.
This is a basic coffee maker, the coffee was very good, it was easy to use; so I do recommend it.
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Supreme stereo sound, impressive comfort and extended cross-platform compatibility – that's the ROCCAT® Elo X Stereo Wired Cross-Platform Gaming Headset for PC, Xbox, PlayStation®, Nintendo Switch & Mobile. Experience a weightless, dynamic fit thanks to a self-adjusting metal headband, superior memory foam ear cushions and ProSpecs™ Glasses Relief System for glasses wearers. Precision-tuned 50mm drivers produce crisp highs to thundering lows to help you seek out opponents with pitch-perfect stereo sound while a detachable noise-cancelling microphone featuring TruSpeak™ technology ensures your commands are heard perfectly with crystal-clear voice communication. Finally, the 3.5mm jack lets players go from PC to game console to mobile devices with ease.
Customer Rating
5
Comfortable, Versatile and Nice Sound
on October 26, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
Brilliant design for headphones. These sound great and check all the boxes. The mic is removeable, they are usable on Xbox, PS4, laptop and desktop, and they are very comfortable. The included PC splitter is needed to work with desktops that have a separate mic and headphone audio jacks. I tried all configurations and phones worked nicely. The mic has noise cancelling which ensures clear commands, the designers get five stars for figuring out the technology to do this without losing crispness.
I wear glasses and the oversized earpads are very well cushioned so that I had no pain from wearing the headphones for over 2 hours. These ROCCAT headphones actually use memory foam in the pads.
The mic doesn’t mute like some where you can lift it up to mute; but instead there is a very easy to reach mic mute button on the left ear side and I found this very simple and effective. The volume control is also on the left pad. The headset is wired so Bluetooth is not needed which makes connectivity very secure.
The design for the self-adjusting headband is very clever. You simply put these phones on and just the exact right amount of tension is created to push up the ‘inner band’; give the designers a tip of the cap for this well-designed feature.
This will become one of your favorite headphones, I do highly recommend this device.
I wear glasses and the oversized earpads are very well cushioned so that I had no pain from wearing the headphones for over 2 hours. These ROCCAT headphones actually use memory foam in the pads.
The mic doesn’t mute like some where you can lift it up to mute; but instead there is a very easy to reach mic mute button on the left ear side and I found this very simple and effective. The volume control is also on the left pad. The headset is wired so Bluetooth is not needed which makes connectivity very secure.
The design for the self-adjusting headband is very clever. You simply put these phones on and just the exact right amount of tension is created to push up the ‘inner band’; give the designers a tip of the cap for this well-designed feature.
This will become one of your favorite headphones, I do highly recommend this device.
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Finally: ANC true wireless that is accessible to everyone. Building on it’s success as the #1 true wireless family in the US, JBuds Air ANC feature a powerful 24+ hours of ANC Bluetooth Playtime. Has 3 noise control modes and low latency movie mode.
Customer Rating
5
Subtle Buds with Great Design/Features
on October 16, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
These are very solid ear buds and produce excellent sound. I’ve used other Jlab earbuds and as always the pairing was very easy. I used with a cell phone and all the required functions were very intuitive. The only triple-tap was to change the equalizer settings which is okay; all other actions were one or two taps which I prefer. The buttons reacted with instant response and this is great since some earbuds often miss my taps.
I also paired to a laptop and desktop and the pairing was simple and the sound was also very nice. I do think the noise cancelling feature was necessary listening to some songs on the PC’s; so I’m glad these earbuds include that feature.
Several sets of ear foam are provided. I found the correct one for me and it was very comfortable to listen for over 2 hours. The ear buds secured very nicely in the ear, but it should be noted that these earbuds are not the type I use for jogging since I prefer the over the ear style for jogging (or treadmill) to ensure they stay in. Also I prefer this style for PC usage as it does not have the small bar that hangs down and feels more comfortable to me; and there is not much physical movement so they stay put.
I like these earbuds best for me, as the design is more subtle and the earbuds work perfectly. Great product.
I also paired to a laptop and desktop and the pairing was simple and the sound was also very nice. I do think the noise cancelling feature was necessary listening to some songs on the PC’s; so I’m glad these earbuds include that feature.
Several sets of ear foam are provided. I found the correct one for me and it was very comfortable to listen for over 2 hours. The ear buds secured very nicely in the ear, but it should be noted that these earbuds are not the type I use for jogging since I prefer the over the ear style for jogging (or treadmill) to ensure they stay in. Also I prefer this style for PC usage as it does not have the small bar that hangs down and feels more comfortable to me; and there is not much physical movement so they stay put.
I like these earbuds best for me, as the design is more subtle and the earbuds work perfectly. Great product.
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De'Longhi All-In-One Combination Coffee and Espresso Machine
Customer Rating
5
Great Value and Great Coffee/Espresso
on October 16, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This machine worked very well for making coffee and espresso, and also for steaming milk. Compared to professional espresso machines this unit made great espresso and costs 4 times or more less. Its construction is not as solid as the commercial machines, however it does use the 15 bar pressure just like the very expensive machines. A feature you do not have is a built-in grinder. I actually prefer a separate grinder however, because this is a part of some machines that breaks down more often.
Now about taste: I found the coffee to be much less bitter than the low-cost coffee makers. I felt this was due to the use of a water filter cartridge and also the special metal filters both for espresso and the coffee. It is simple to use and does give you the ability to steam milk. This is important because if you use a lot of milk, then you may have to microwave your coffee to get it warm again and this kills the taste in my opinion. So in one unit you have a machine that will make up to 10 cups of really great coffee for you and your friends; and without a lot of fuss.
You do have two separate water reservoirs and heating systems which is a great design point. Therefore this machine can produce coffee and espresso (or steam milk) at the same time and can also do both jobs in an optimal way since it is really two machines in one. You do have 1 and 2 serving espresso cups as well as a third espresso cup for espresso pods.
You also have a clock and programmable timer, very nice and useful. It is not huge, so it doesn’t take up a lot of counter space relative to its functionality (about 10.5” x 13.5” x 13” high). I love this unit and am making a lot of my favorite French Vanilla grind with steamed milk. I think that De'Longhi really got it right with this all-in-one machine. I do highly recommend this unit and it’s a great value at the price.
Now about taste: I found the coffee to be much less bitter than the low-cost coffee makers. I felt this was due to the use of a water filter cartridge and also the special metal filters both for espresso and the coffee. It is simple to use and does give you the ability to steam milk. This is important because if you use a lot of milk, then you may have to microwave your coffee to get it warm again and this kills the taste in my opinion. So in one unit you have a machine that will make up to 10 cups of really great coffee for you and your friends; and without a lot of fuss.
You do have two separate water reservoirs and heating systems which is a great design point. Therefore this machine can produce coffee and espresso (or steam milk) at the same time and can also do both jobs in an optimal way since it is really two machines in one. You do have 1 and 2 serving espresso cups as well as a third espresso cup for espresso pods.
You also have a clock and programmable timer, very nice and useful. It is not huge, so it doesn’t take up a lot of counter space relative to its functionality (about 10.5” x 13.5” x 13” high). I love this unit and am making a lot of my favorite French Vanilla grind with steamed milk. I think that De'Longhi really got it right with this all-in-one machine. I do highly recommend this unit and it’s a great value at the price.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
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2 out of 5
2 out of 5Took it back
By kenn
After setup was complete, the computer suffered many glitches, both in hardware and software. E.g. the computer kept disconnecting from my Wi-Fi and I had to go in and retype the password. Computer locked up several times and I had to unplug it to shut it down so I could reboot it. Much of my software apps displays were incredibly small and I could find no way to change them. These were just a few of the most glaring examples.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
You Can Change Size of Objects & Text
December 27, 2015
The ultra HD display can be adjusted. Go to Settings, System (Display is in there), Advanced Display Settings and change the resolution to 1920x1080. Then continue on to Advanced Sizing of Text and Other Items; now click on 'Set a custom scaling level' (blue text) and select 110%. Now everything will be correct. Most apps don't work well with the Ultra HD yet. But your machine will be powerful as new Apps come out. Once the machine updates to latest Windows 10, you will find it great.
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Fitbit One Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker: Measure your activity day and night with Fitbit One, a sleek device that goes beyond the traditional pedometer. Get motivated to reach your goals by making small changes to your daily life, like taking extra steps throughout the day or learning how to sleep more soundly at night.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Great Product at First
By Merv
Worked great in the beginning but had trouble keeping battery power and is dead now and will not recharge. Also not easy to clip on. The band included to wear on your wrist is 4" thick at least and not practical. It would have been better to purchase on of the wrist versions versus the one. I hope Best Buy will allow me to exchange due to the default.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
FitBit One Wide Band
January 22, 2016
You do realize the wide band is ideal for sleep monitoring as it is very comfortable on the wrist all night. It is not a watch band. Also various suppliers make a band that the Fitbit One can snap into and then it can be worn as a watch. SO if you like the Fitbit otherwise, just get the watch band for it.
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Fitbit One Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker: Measure your activity day and night with Fitbit One, a sleek device that goes beyond the traditional pedometer. Get motivated to reach your goals by making small changes to your daily life, like taking extra steps throughout the day or learning how to sleep more soundly at night.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5CONSTANT PROBLEMS WITH SYNCING
By loyalcustomer
from Davenport, FL
little support from Fitbit regarding syncing problems as module appears to be not always functioning during sync. No real solutions received that are workable. Long time getting responses from Fitbit.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Syncing Fitbit One
January 22, 2016
I noticed trouble syncing and it seemed if you have the application open and the Fitbit is connected to your PC, then it won't sync with your phone and vice versa. Not sure if that is an error or the design. Once application closed on PC now the phone sync'd in a couple seconds. So maybe this is what some people are seeing?
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Highest Quality and Top Features
By RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
This AIO has superior resolution to others. Some reviews spoke about a text problem, however you can improve the text via going to settings, display, advanced and 'cleartype text' and follow the steps. Also has 3D display capability which is good for future needs for me. Sound is nice with Jensen speakers. Touch screen is great. WIFI is super and has both 2.4 and 5 GHz ranges with Wireless AC. Very quiet fan. Lenovo support has regressed but is do-able I asked a simple question and the tech had no idea, also the website seems broken in the support area; glad I got Geek Squad. But this AIO is one great machine. price is very reasonable for what you get. Love it.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Intel Has Fix for Display Errors
March 7, 2016
Here's good news after I called and got an update from Lenovo support. The problem of getting errors such as "Display driver has stopped responding and has recovered..." seems to be fixed. But the Lenovo support site does not have the driver version to install since it is still in 'maintenance' or Beta test. However you can get the driver from Intel for their 530 graphics hardware at https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/25620/Intel-Graphics-Driver-for-Windows-7-8-1-10-15-40-6th-Gen-?v=t
The driver version is 20.19.15.4352 (you're probably using 4300). Now if you download the driver and run the driver install as you normally do under Windows it will say either you are already at the most current driver level or that your manufacturer has not ok'd the use of this level. But the Lenovo tech helped me install it. Basically you need to go to Device manager, select the Intel HiDef Graphics 530, and click to update the driver. Select to install from your computer and say you have a disk and then select the folder where you unzipped the new 4352 driver stuff. Now it will install this driver. I have not seen the display driver error message any more so it appears that this driver fixes things. I had tried all kinds of combinations of settings for the NVDIA driver (there are two display drivers) in conjunction with the Intel driver thinking that the interaction caused the problems. But hopefully this driver level will work. Call Lenovo if you don't want to try to install it yourself.
The driver version is 20.19.15.4352 (you're probably using 4300). Now if you download the driver and run the driver install as you normally do under Windows it will say either you are already at the most current driver level or that your manufacturer has not ok'd the use of this level. But the Lenovo tech helped me install it. Basically you need to go to Device manager, select the Intel HiDef Graphics 530, and click to update the driver. Select to install from your computer and say you have a disk and then select the folder where you unzipped the new 4352 driver stuff. Now it will install this driver. I have not seen the display driver error message any more so it appears that this driver fixes things. I had tried all kinds of combinations of settings for the NVDIA driver (there are two display drivers) in conjunction with the Intel driver thinking that the interaction caused the problems. But hopefully this driver level will work. Call Lenovo if you don't want to try to install it yourself.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall
3 out of 5
3 out of 5Good but some issues
By Mike944
The 4K screen is what sold me. However, it has a lot of glare and not as stunning as you would think for it being 4k display. Also, the video card seems to crash and recover randomly. The system stays on and it recovers well on its own, but it seems to do this regularly nonetheless. Also the keyboard is a very flat, chiclet laptop style keyboard with next to no key travel, resulting in a lot of typing errors. I do not care for this type of keyboard. Otherwise, the performance is pretty snappy with no lag and Windows 10 is a huge improvement over 8.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Graphics Card Problem Fixed
March 19, 2016
I had the same problem with video card crash and recover. Finally a fix is available I have it installed for 2 weeks and not a single error. You have to download a driver from Intel for 530, it is level 20.19.15.4352 You cannot get it from the Lenovo support site because it is a Beta driver. I stumbled into it because I called IBM support and happened to get a tech who knew about it. Go here to find the driver https://downloadcenter.intel.com/product/88345/Intel-HD-Graphics-530-for-6th-Generation-Intel-Core-Processors Now you need to update the driver but the normal procedure ( go to driver tab in Device Manager...) will result in a message saying you can't install this driver... But if you go to the Device Manager and then right click the device then click on 'update driver software', then flow through browsing on your computer and say 'have disk'... and point where you unzipped the file; it will install it. If you can't weave through the steps just call Lenovo and the tech will show you or Best Buy Geek will show you. I've tested it and it works fine, great not to see those video crash and recovered errors.
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Huawei Smartwatch: Stay connected on the go with this smartwatch, which provides helpful notifications when you receive calls, texts and app alerts on your compatible Apple iOS or Android device. You can control functions just by saying "OK Google" and speaking your commands. Plus, meet your health and fitness goals with a built-in activity tracker with heart rate monitor.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5No service after purchase
By Mako50
Bought this watch in november 2015, button has already fallen off without any damage or abuse and best buy wont do anything unless you buy their replacement plan, which goes for every item in their store, no replace plan=your on your own to deal with manufacturers, and this huawei watch is unrepairable at the factory- they told me since the button fell off my warranty is voided WTF and cant even be repaired if i pay, basically 3 months use now its a $400 paperweight
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Seems Like Phony Customer Support
March 25, 2016
I had to laugh, the comment from their Customer Support, says sorry for frustration and then cleverly says they'll go ahead and solve your problem by contacting their Customer Support? Yikes, what the @$#&^@.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Good Computer BUT
By BBPurchaser071
After purchasing, the specs on the graphics card is GTX 950A, NOT A 950.Looking up the specs of the 950A, here is what is on NVIDA site: We recommend the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950A for gaming with highest details at resolutions up to, and including, 1280x720. Why would they put in a graphics card in a 4K monitor that can only support great quality up to 1280X720. Taking it back to store.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
This PC has Two Graphics Cards
June 5, 2016
You make a good point. This PC has two graphics cards and the other is the Intel HD 530 but I see it recommends only up to 1366x768. I know the display is supposed to handle 3840x2160 and you can select this setting and it works fine. I'm wondering if the limits on each card are overcome because you have both graphics cards? Maybe the manufacturers just undershoot the real capability? Anyway my Lenovo AIO 700 works great and I love it. For the money it is the best deal. I do know that you have to install a new driver for the HD 530, make sure you have 20.19.15.4352 (this is a Beta driver you can get from Intel) If you don't get it, you will get frequent from the HD 530.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Worst Computer Ever
By Disappointed
This computer is very aesthetically pleasing and has great specs. The 4k screen is very nice and the accessories work great.
However...
1.
This computer constantly is crashing citing a graphics card error. Simply browsing the internet or typing a Word document and the screen will constantly be crashing.
2.
The computer will not let me install updates and programs are constantly freezing and crashing. The only programs I have installed are Kaspersky protection suite and Microsoft Office suite.
**One day I turned on my computer and attempted to create a Word document only to find that the computer had deleted the entire office suite! There is no trace it ever existed.
3.
Simple tasks such as opening a program take a ridiculous amount of time. For a solid state hard drive, opening Windows Explorer takes on average 5 MINUTES!!! I have nothing saved on this computer!
1.
This computer constantly is crashing citing a graphics card error. Simply browsing the internet or typing a Word document and the screen will constantly be crashing.
2.
The computer will not let me install updates and programs are constantly freezing and crashing. The only programs I have installed are Kaspersky protection suite and Microsoft Office suite.
**One day I turned on my computer and attempted to create a Word document only to find that the computer had deleted the entire office suite! There is no trace it ever existed.
3.
Simple tasks such as opening a program take a ridiculous amount of time. For a solid state hard drive, opening Windows Explorer takes on average 5 MINUTES!!! I have nothing saved on this computer!
I took my computer into Best Buy and paid $150 and they said that they could not find any problem. I will be returning this computer.
DO NOT BUY
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Display Error Problem Fixed
August 12, 2016
I once worked at Lenovo & IBM and know a little about display drivers. The problem here is Lenovo's support site recommends the wrong driver level for the Intel 530 Display Driver. All you need to do to automatically fix this is use the Intel Driver Update Utility. Download it and it will show a list of recommend driver updates. For starters just choose the display driver update. At this time it will install level 20.19.15.4463 -> all your problems will go away. You can also let it install any other drivers it may find are down level. It is great. Here is the link to download the utility: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/24345/Intel-Driver-Update-Utility By the way, for this computer to allow stuff I use like Windows Live to look better, I change the screen resolution to 1920x1080 and set the text scaling level to 110%. At the price, this is a super wonderful computer but need to make the changes I suggest.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5great but blinks on and off
By skinnysimmon
I like the computer but when schooling up and down sometimes it blinks on and off
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Easily Fixed
August 12, 2016
I once worked at Lenovo & IBM and know a little about display drivers. The problem here is Lenovo's support site recommends the wrong driver level for the Intel 530 Display Driver. All you need to do to automatically fix this is use the Intel Driver Update Utility. Download it and it will show a list of recommend driver updates. For starters just choose the display driver update. At this time it will install level 20.19.15.4463 -> all your problems will go away. You can also let it install any other drivers it may find are down level. It is great. Here is the link to download the utility: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/24345/Intel-Driver-Update-Utility
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HP Pavilion Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Take your entertainment on the go with this HP Pavilion laptop. Its 360-degree hinge lets you shift between four viewing modes, giving you a variety of options for work, viewing and playing. Featuring a quad-core processor, HP audio boost and a responsive touch screen, this HP Pavilion laptop provides a more enjoyable computing experience.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Terrific 2 in 1 Just Make 1 Change
By RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
This is a steal especially at the sale price. Beautiful touchscreen display, quad core processor albeit not the fastest but 4 cores and made by Intel so not power hungry. Dual Band AC WiFi which is important. Also very solid build, great keyboard. Only thing that slowed it down was 5400 rpm 500GB HDD. Some reviews said slow and it was a bit, but pop in an SSD and it flies super fast. You can use a free program like EASEUS to clone the HDD exactly to the SSD, including the recovery partition etc. Now you keep the old HDD as your instant backup image if needed. 4GB memory appears to be enough. Great function as tablet or tent or normal PC. Very portable which was one of my needs. If you want to step up, get HP's 13.3 inch same as this just bigger, 6GB memory but same tired old 5400 rpm drive problem but you can fix that with an SSD; and this more expensive one has a 6th gen core i3. I couldn't afford the bigger one, but I also liked the smaller 11.6 display anyway. Both have IPS display technology - great.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
SSD Can be Swapped in Here's How
August 13, 2016
I did see the instructions you refer to and they are for an x360 Notebook. It is confusing, as this PC is an x360 2in1. HP does take you to the wrong place. But I looked further and HP does provide a Hardware Maintenance Manual for the x360 2/1. It shows you exactly how to get inside and replace anything from the battery to memory to the HDD. I will paste in the link to the manual and it shows you each step. But I'll give you an overview. You do have to be careful but it is not too difficult. First before removing anything I used a free program called EASEUS Backup which cloned the 500 GB HDD to a 500 GB SSD (it makes it identical including the recovery partition). You do need a USB cable to attach the SSD to a USB port on this PC to make the clone. Then basically you remove 12 screws on the bottom and flip it face up and gently pry the keyboard up first at the hinge end. Don't pull the keyboard off all the way as you have to remove two flat cables from their ZIF connectors. ZIF connectors are easy to release but you do have to notice which side of the connector that you flip up. It is easier if someone holds the keyboard up slightly while you release the ZIF's. I was able to do it myself. Once the keyboard is off, you remove 2 screws from the HDD (it says 4 but I only saw 2 screws) and also another ZIF cable to release the HDD from the board. You will have to take the bracket and the cable plug off the hard drive and put them on the SSD. Then reverse the process. I did read that things like memory are not accessible but the HMM also shows you how to remove a shield a small board and boom there is the single 4GB memory card. You can put in an 8GB memory card but I didn't since the SSD gives you tremendous speed improvement that the memory upgrade will only give you slight improvement. Now the link to the 90 page Maintenance & Service Guide (I also saved it to my desktop): http://support.hp.com/us-en/search?q=HP%20Pavilion%20x360%20m1-u001dx%20maintenance%20and%20service%20guide&filter=&product=11084072&pname=HP%20Pavilion%20x360%20m1-u001dx%20(ENERGY%20STAR) If you are concerned, BBuy should be able to do it for you with your cloned SSD for a small fee. There are lots of videos of people doing this level of stuff on the smaller 2/1 laptops, tablets and cell phones that seemingly are not accessible.. I did watch one on ZIF connectors.
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Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
Can this player be connected to a car aux input
Yes, you would just need a 3.5mm to 3.5mm stereo cable.
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RalphHenry
Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
Does the volume control on this device also control the volume of the Bluetooth device it’s connected to?
Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
Can this item connect to car USB audio ports?
Yes, you would need the right cable 3.5mm to USB. However this unit seems to skip if it is jostled too much.
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RalphHenry
Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
Does this CD player have a built in speaker to use without earbuds.
Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
I need a portable CD player with a USB adapter that can fit into my USB port in my 2019 Odyssy Honda car. As you might know , the new cars do not have a CD player. Please suggest a CD player and how much it will cost? Thank you.
You could use this one. You would have to get a cable from the 3.5 mm jack on this device to USB. It would work fine. However this unit skips a lot so the motion from the car may be too much for it.
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RalphHenry
Clean hard-to-reach areas with this cord-free BISSELL Adapt Ion vacuum. The removable hand vacuum lets you access above-ground spaces, and the two-way folding handle enables easy storage and allows you to clean under furniture. This BISSELL Adapt Ion vacuum features a LiIon battery that provides up to 20 minutes of use, while swivel steering ensures versatile movement.
Can the power brush be turned on and off?
Produce professional-quality foods easily and fast with this BELLA Pro 3.5-qt. black manual air fryer. The 2.8-lb.capacity lets you create large meals, while the dishwasher-safe tray and pan make cleanup simple. This BELLA Pro 3.5-qt. black manual air fryer has Circular Heat Technology for even cooking and crisp results without needing oil.
Are the pan and the tray/rack metal?
Play music with omnidirectional sound by using this VIZIO SmartCast speaker. This portable 2.1-channel speaker produces an amazing 360 degrees of perfect stereo sound. Simply tap the intuitive touch surface of the VIZIO SmartCast speaker to play or pause, swipe to skip the song and twist to control the volume.
My speaker won’t pair to my phone, my phone states that the device is out of Range or not turned on but my device is turned on And within Range how can i fix this issue
Make sure you have pressed the Bluetooth button only once - if you press it again it will turn off Bluetooth on the speaker. It should announce that it is in pairing mode via a voice prompt from the speaker. On your phone, you may sometimes need to go to Settings and Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth off then on while the speaker is looking for your phone. I needed to do this and then also hit the refresh symbol on the phone screen. Suddenly the Sport appeared as in the pairing list on the phone.
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RalphHenry
Store data on this 128GB SanDisk Ultra Fit USB flash drive. The low-profile casing prevents damage by keeping it snug to the port, making it a great fit for use with tablets, laptops and game consoles. This SanDisk Ultra Fit USB flash drive uses USB 3.1 technology to deliver up to 10 times the transfer speed of older drives.
The main purpose of me purchasing this drive is to fast transfer videos from one computer to another. Can I trust this drive to transfer heavy videos (from premier pro) from one computer to another decently fast?
More than decently fast. It is very quick based on what I experienced moving large files.
5 years, 3 months ago
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RalphHenry
Store data on this 128GB SanDisk Ultra Fit USB flash drive. The low-profile casing prevents damage by keeping it snug to the port, making it a great fit for use with tablets, laptops and game consoles. This SanDisk Ultra Fit USB flash drive uses USB 3.1 technology to deliver up to 10 times the transfer speed of older drives.
Is the file format FAT 32?
It is FAT32 out of the box, but I suppose you could change it to whatever you like.
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RalphHenry