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Brother - MFC-J1010DW Wireless Color All-in-One Refresh Subscription Eligible Inkjet Printer - Black
The affordable Brother MFC-J1010DW is the perfect color inkjet all-in-one printer for your home, home office or small office including robust features and business-centric functionality not normally found in similarly priced inkjet printers. The MFC-J1010DW is easy to connect along with being compact and economical, perfect for small spaces and budgets. This wireless printer has multiple flexible connection options, including a built-in wireless(2) interface for sharing with multiple users on your network, WiFi Direct or connect locally to a single computer via a USB interface. Experience high quality, reliable printing, copying, scanning and faxing plus wireless printing from your desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet.(2) The 1.8” color display lets you easily navigate on screen menus. Featuring the Brother Mobile Connect(3) App, a user-friendly interface that gives you the freedom to print and manage your printer from virtually anywhere. The MFC-J1010DW also features the Brother Page Gauge(4) which estimates remaining page levels, so you always know how much ink is left. Use the 20-page capacity automatic document feeder or the 150-sheet capacity adjustable paper tray for generous output without constant monitoring. Two-sided (duplex) printing helps save paper, while mobile device printing(2) and Cloud connectivity let you print-from and scan-to popular Cloud services(5) directly from the device.
Customer Rating
4
Entry Level Printer at Affordable Price
on August 5, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This printer has some good features and some bad features. Starting with the installation it is far below other printers in ease of setup. Part of this was due to the problem that my computer could not find the printer over wireless, even though the printer was right next to the computer. Finally, I had to go to the printer itself and use its controls to connect wirelessly. This caused another problem in that the printer’s physical interface is rather primitive and entering the WiFi password was cumbersome. Once connected next (at the printer), it asked if I wanted to update the firmware. I began the process when I was asked to enter the WiFi password at the printer again (or so I thought). I eventually found out it was not the WiFi password being requested, but instead a password that is on a label on the back of the printer. I found this out when I updated the firmware from the computer interface and the installation software at the computer told me it wanted the password from the back of the printer. Bottom line is that although this printer has a more affordable price, the printer controls should be updated and also the software in the printer should be updated as well.
Now on the good side. This is a well-made printer that does print well and is very sturdy. It does not print very vibrantly but its printing is satisfactory. The printed documentation to setup the printer was clear enough to get things installed not withstanding my comments above.
I would recommend this printer as an entry level unit at a very nice price considering the printing features it provides like fax, scanning and document feeder. You also get some nice utilities via the ‘Brother Creative’ application which is included.
Now on the good side. This is a well-made printer that does print well and is very sturdy. It does not print very vibrantly but its printing is satisfactory. The printed documentation to setup the printer was clear enough to get things installed not withstanding my comments above.
I would recommend this printer as an entry level unit at a very nice price considering the printing features it provides like fax, scanning and document feeder. You also get some nice utilities via the ‘Brother Creative’ application which is included.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The G5 gaming laptop powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series GPU combines gaming, entertainment, work and more! Its powerful 11th Gen Intel Processor allows you to effortlessly handle multiple tasks at the same time. It features a 3 screen display output, built-in SD card slot, and next-gen Wi-Fi 6 technology; with a tool for every task, this laptop provides great balance between gaming, entertainment, and work capabilities. Welcome to your new go-to laptop.
Customer Rating
5
Great Laptop Specs and Design
on August 2, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
The GIGABYTE G5 MD 15.6" FHD IPS Gaming Laptop is a superior laptop at its price point. The quality is excellent and the specifications are quite a bit higher than expected for such an affordable unit. It is a nice entry level gaming laptop by virtue of its NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050Ti GPU and its mighty 11th gen intel core i5-11400h processor which boasts 6 cores and 12 threads. It also has a vibrant display with Thin Bezel FHD 1920x1080 IPS-level Anti-glare Display LCD and a 144Hz Refresh Rate. I found it excellent for games such as Forza Motorsports and Forge of Empires.
The unit only comes with 8GB RAM, however this unit is very easy to upgrade since the bottom can be removed via 12 screws so that you can upgrade the RAM to as much as 64 GB. The battery is also removeable just by popping it off of the bottom of the unit (no dis-assembly required). I like the removeable battery feature so that I can have a backup battery handy if I want to continue use without recharging or connecting the power brick.
The keyboard has a solid feel and has various color lights for backlighting the keyboard. It has 4 USB ports which includes a USB-C -great (most laptops don’t have as many USB ports lately). The keyboard also has the accounting keypad array on the right side – also a nice touch. It has an HDMI out port, Mini-Display port, ethernet jack, audio/mic and SD card reader. Touchpad was very smooth. Lots of ports installed in a very nice design. The power comes in the back of the unit which is so much better than the side power ports. The wireless is the latest using Intel AX201, and you get Bluetooth: V5.2.
It has 512 GB SSD which is installed as M.2 2280 Nvme Internal SSD card (the latest form factor for SSDs). There is space under the covers for another Nvme Internal SSD as well as an open slot for the more common 2.5 inch internal SSD card. Very nice storage expansion indeed.
I would recommend downloading the 10 page more detailed manual (https://www.gigabyte.com/Laptop/G5--Intel-11th-Gen/support#support-manual); which includes a guide for backing up the installed recovery image to a 32 GB USB thumb drive. This guide will also help you to understand the installed ‘Control Center App’ which allows you to change to 4 different power modes. Also this guide will help you to set up keyboard back lighting options, Flexikey capability, Keyboard macros and fan speed controls – very nice options that can easily be setup.
I highly recommend this beautiful laptop for gaming, entertainment and regular work functions.
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Yaber - Buffalo Pro U10 Native 1080P Entertainment LCD Projector with Bidirectional Bluetooth - Gray
Inspired by the space series of movies, Yaber U10 WiFi & Bluetooth projector first adopted outer space style design. The features of U10 are portable size carry 1080P resolution, 5GHz/2.4GHz dual-band WiFi, bidirectional Bluetooth, innovative 4-Point Keystone Correction Function (±50° for four angles), which is an upgraded 4D keystone correction function.Say bye to freeze problem, U10 WIFI projector brings smooth giant images to you.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Features and Quality at Affordable Price
on August 2, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Yaber – Pro U10 LCD Projector is a very capable unit with some very strong specifications for its price point. Other more expensive projectors will have capabilities that are stronger in some areas such as contrast ratio, height adjustment feet, better speakers and double the warranty timeframe et al. The Yaber does have equality with the more expensive projectors in terms of its full HD 1080p specification. If you are going to be a heavier user of this device, the ‘light source’ life may be important to you. In this area the Yader has 4 times the ‘life source’ hours of much more expensive projectors – so that is great. This projector has brackets for feet which also allow mounting to a ceiling if you want that type of installation.
I tried the unit with HDMI and it worked nicely with my laptop. I also used the Miracast option to mirror my Android cell phone and it worked flawlessly – also supports iPhone’s IOS. Tried the projector from 4 feet and 7 feet and it operated really well. Crisp colors and easy to focus with the focus adjustment knob. The speakers are adequate and it is a benefit to have onboard speakers. Tried a USB disk with music and noticed MP3 plays but MA4 (Windows format) was not recognized by the projector’s software. The Bluetooth is upgraded to bi-directional Bluetooth which is a newer feature that allows a user to listen to audio files for example by using Bluetooth headphones and to use their digital audio player as a Bluetooth enabled peripheral; that way you can stream music from a computer or a smartphone. I did test the use of an external Bluetooth speaker and worked very well and provided better sound than the onboard speakers.
This unit comes with a handy remote control or you can use the controls on top of the unit. An excellent user guide is supplied. You’ll find it convenient for exploring all the features such as DVD player connection and Bluetooth functions. The unit is supplied with an HDMI cable, power cable and composite video cable (3.5 mm jack to 3 RCA jacks).
I did notice that support is provided via an email to aftersales@yabertech.com. Also in the manual it is mentioned that if you have some problems like dust on the lens, they will send you a video to correct the problem – a small kit to facilitate cleaning is included. All in all I found this to be a well designed projector with excellent features at an affordable price and very well constructed. I would highly recommend it.
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Rain or shine, day or night, you can finally see it all with our Indoor/Outdoor Wired 1080p Security Camera. This versatile gadget detects and captures activity to keep your home safe from the outside and in. Designed to withstand any weather and environmental elements, yet compact enough for indoor use, it records footage and allows you to live-stream from the Kangaroo app. So whether you’re picking up the kids from school or lying on a beach, you’re never too far from home and can access clips whenever you need peace of mind. Plus, with motion and person detection, you’ll always know who’s lurking and will be immediately notified of any incidents.
Customer Rating
5
Easy to Install, Solid Build Quality
on July 20, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This camera is small i.e. 2x2x2 inch cube. It utilizes a magnetic plate for mounting, or you can hang the camera on a screw. It is an indoor or outdoor camera and does have color night vision which is a nice spec for this lower priced security camera. I tested the night vision and it looks pretty good although not as clear as daytime vision.
The installation is very simple, just follow the steps in the Kangaroo Security app. You will have to create an account before you can actually install the device. I found the instructions very well written and succinct.
You can store data locally on an SD card which is not provided, or you can pay for cloud storage. The documentation has a conflict in that at one point it says the ‘Basic Level’ comes with 24 hours of cloud storage. Read further and it says cloud storage is only available for a monthly or yearly fee. When I checked the app for cloud storage, I did find my videos, so it does seem the 24 hours of cloud storage is indeed provided. Some features are not available unless you do pay for a subscription. A few of these are two-way communication, person detection and an option for the system to contact police when you fail to dismiss motion alerts.
The power is supplied via a 5 volt USB connector that does have a very nice waterproof connector system. The data is over WiFi, utilizing a 2.4 GHz bandwidth. Since 2.4 GHz has a longer distance than 5 GHz, this is a smart design point. When I first installed the device I set my cell phone to a 2.4 GHz connection. After installation I noticed it doesn’t matter if the cell phone is on a 2.4 or a 5 GHz connection.
This unit could become part of a more extensive Kangaroo home security system if you opted for additional devices such as doorbell cameras, etc.
The app does include (for me an annoying option) an icon to contact Progressive Insurance to get insurance quotes – not sure this is should be a feature of the Kangaroo camera options.
I did notice the built-in siren works very well and there is an option to set a choice of a warning command - but this would require a paid subscription.
All in all for the price point, this is a very nice camera with some fine specifications. It is very smple to install. I can recommend it.
The installation is very simple, just follow the steps in the Kangaroo Security app. You will have to create an account before you can actually install the device. I found the instructions very well written and succinct.
You can store data locally on an SD card which is not provided, or you can pay for cloud storage. The documentation has a conflict in that at one point it says the ‘Basic Level’ comes with 24 hours of cloud storage. Read further and it says cloud storage is only available for a monthly or yearly fee. When I checked the app for cloud storage, I did find my videos, so it does seem the 24 hours of cloud storage is indeed provided. Some features are not available unless you do pay for a subscription. A few of these are two-way communication, person detection and an option for the system to contact police when you fail to dismiss motion alerts.
The power is supplied via a 5 volt USB connector that does have a very nice waterproof connector system. The data is over WiFi, utilizing a 2.4 GHz bandwidth. Since 2.4 GHz has a longer distance than 5 GHz, this is a smart design point. When I first installed the device I set my cell phone to a 2.4 GHz connection. After installation I noticed it doesn’t matter if the cell phone is on a 2.4 or a 5 GHz connection.
This unit could become part of a more extensive Kangaroo home security system if you opted for additional devices such as doorbell cameras, etc.
The app does include (for me an annoying option) an icon to contact Progressive Insurance to get insurance quotes – not sure this is should be a feature of the Kangaroo camera options.
I did notice the built-in siren works very well and there is an option to set a choice of a warning command - but this would require a paid subscription.
All in all for the price point, this is a very nice camera with some fine specifications. It is very smple to install. I can recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Bring the party with you and spread sound with the XE200 Wireless speaker. A line shaped diffuser and X-balanced speakers provide a wide sound stage, with powerful bass and richer sound. Pair with IP67 Waterproof, dustproof and shockproof design, this speaker is made for even the strongest elements.
Customer Rating
5
Versatile and Great Sound
on July 15, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This is a very nice Bluetooth speaker in terms of solid construction and the ease of Bluetooth pairing with your cell phone, TV or PC. It has all the best features for dustproof, waterproof and shockproof design.
Bass reproduction is very strong although the overall volume capability was lower on my non-Sony brand TV. However from the PC or cell phone - the volume was louder. Also on my Sony brand TV the volume could be set very loud. On the non-Sony brand TV there was also a pop-up from the TV every time I turned the system on to ask if I wanted the Bluetooth speaker. On the Sony TV on every power on the Bluetooth Sony speaker just connected automatically. This could be important to know if you are interested in using this speaker for enhanced TV audio.
On the very positive side, any TV I used had far better sound using this small Bluetooth speaker than the internal speakers. This I believe is at least partly due to Sony's ‘Line-Shape Diffuser’ technology that distributes the sound energy evenly – I have to say this did work nicely.
I did find that if needed, the claim of 70 minutes playback with only 10 minutes charge time was indeed true.
Be aware that even though the Bluetooth blue LED is blinking, the speaker does not attempt to pair unless you tap the Bluetooth button on the speaker.
Of course a fantastic option is connecting this Bluetooth speaker to your cell phone. Download the Sony Music Center app and you will have added facilities for shaping the sound. You can also enable the microphone on this device and use it with Alexa or Google to ask the time or other commands.
Great product and I highly recommend it.
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Make hot, fast, delicious meals, snacks, and sides while barely lifting a finger! The Alexa-compatible NN-SV79MS uses smart technology to help you multitask your creations virtually hands-free. With a Built-in Genius sensor that automatically adjusts power and cooking times based on different foods, NN-SV79MS is your own personal sous chef, ensuring every meal is cooked to perfection. Enjoy features such as Turbo Defrost, 20 preset auto cook menu items, delay start and timer, quick 30-Sec, and popcorn button with 3 cooking levels, powered by 1200 watts for precise cooking, heating, and warming. With a super-quick setup that meets Amazon’s Certified for Humans criteria, this unit goes from out-of-the-box to prepping large holiday meals in no time at all. And it's packed with 100 voice commands, to make cooking and reheating easier than ever. With a premium stainless-steel face and dial control, NN-SV79MS is ready for center stage in your kitchen; and with a large 1.4 cu ft interior capacity, it not only handles large family meals, but helps you look great doing it.
Customer Rating
5
Super Technology and Easy to Use
on July 8, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This microwave has a very clean design. I like the well thought out controls. It is a little different to use than most microwaves but ultimately is very simple and logical – tip of the cap to the Panasonic engineers. It is loaded with the latest technology in terms of sensor cooking by time or by weight. You can even set the microwave to keep food warm for a specified time – never had that option before and it is useful. It is a good idea to read the manual for all the operational procedures which I think will certainly make anyone delighted with the capabilities of this microwave. This microwave is a full 1200 watts which is unlike some of the under powered units. It has a beautiful stainless steel finish. It is in the medium size range at 1.4 cubic feet. The interior is a very nice non-stick surface.
A feature I never had before is the ability to link this microwave to Alexa. I have an Echo Dot and it is simple to add this device to the Alexa app on your phone. I have to admit that I now always use Alexa to command the microwave. You can just say “Alexa microwave for 2 minutes and ten seconds” or even “Alexa microwave power 5 for 47 seconds”. Like magic the microwave will start. Of course you can tell Alexa to stop the microwave at any time. The manufacturer provides a very nice and comprehensive manual, not just a start up guide. Also included is a card that lists lots of command suggestions that you can use with Alexa – I’ve referred to that several times and I keep it near the unit. You can control the microwave easily from the panel if you don’t want to use Alexa.
One odd thing is that the time of day display goes blank intentionally after a short period of time. There is a blurb in the manual about …’this is done to save energy’. I did not find a way to just keep the time of day on the display. It will return if you open the microwave door or press any of the controls. I would rather keep the time of day displayed – I don’t think it uses much energy, so the engineers goofed on this design point.
A very important design point is that this microwave uses inverter technology. This means the power is constant. This technology has proven to cook or defrost without removing some of the flavor. This is somewhat objective but it is logical that the inverter technology heats more evenly and smoothly. You might recall that when you defrost, you will hear the microwave turn off and on. So in the defrost process you achieve say 50% cooking power. But this really means it delivers 100% and then turns off an equal amount of time to effectively deliver only 50% power. When you defrost with this microwave or use 20% or 50% power or whatever; the microwave delivers the power constantly at the reduced power… there is no on and off cycling. What I can see in the industry is this is the top method and will turn out better tasting meals.
You can use the auto sensing that is built into the unit to cook or simply use the well thought out controls. All the operations are explained really well in the manual. I highly recommend this microwave for its capabilities including the ability to just tell Alexa to handle the settings – turns out Alexa is a wonderful option that I use all the time now.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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From across the room or across the country, Sensi makes it easy for you to remotely control and schedule your home comfort - Anytime. Anywhere.
Customer Rating
5
Style and High Tech Function
on July 7, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
The design of this thermostat is just gorgeous to look at and a wonder of functionality. You need to remove your old thermostat but take a photo of the wiring before you disconnect the wires. Then just download the Sensi app for your cell phone and it will guide you through the installation which is very easy to understand and perform. You will have to connect it wirelessly via 2.4 GHz as it does not support 5 GHz.
The programming of a temperature schedule is the easiest I have ever seen. You also have some additional settings for example to control how wide the temperature range can be for the on/off cycles.
The device also collects usage data so you can analyze and make adjustments to use your HVAC system more efficiency. Also data is provided on filter replacement and other information. Nice to have these features which you can review via your cell phone.
I did have a minor problem and can verify that the Sensi support is both fast and the technicians are very knowledgeable - turned out the problem was my HVAC system not the Sensi. Tip of the cap to the Sensi support team – outstanding.
I really nice feature is the ability to connect remotely for example from a restaurant to verify temperature settings and change the temperature and other controls. Wow, this connectivity is nice to have built-in, no additional hub needed.
I would highly recommend this superb unit.
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Blaze through battlefields with a competition-ready wireless gaming mouse with 26,000 DPI, a slimmed-down design and magnetic-snap fast-charging.
Customer Rating
5
Smooth Looks and Superior Technology
on July 7, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
Extremely smooth and light weight mouse. This mouse has many customizable options. The tracking and acceleration spec’s are off the charts. The engineers sure did a great job in designing this mouse to fit your hand so nicely and to include so much super technology.
I did test the speed of charging and the claims are correct. Fast charging turnaround is very important for me. Also the mouse can be connected via a dongle, via Bluetooth or wired. All the cables and devices are included. A dongle extender is even included to facilitate use of the dongle – nice touch.
The magnetic attach feature of the charging cable is the first I have seen and is really solid.
It has very nice lighting options and you can sync things up using the Alienware Command Center. The mouse has seven programmable buttons. What a joy to use this mouse with its superior technology.
The magnetic attach feature of the charging cable is the first I have seen and is really solid.
It has very nice lighting options and you can sync things up using the Alienware Command Center. The mouse has seven programmable buttons. What a joy to use this mouse with its superior technology.
I would highly recommend this mouse – tip of the cap to the engineers who made the spec’s so strong to support gaming speeds and just plain consistent and reliable usage at any time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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BlueParrott S650-XT is our first 2-in-1 convertible headset from stereo to mono sound, engineered to give you superior call and sound performance both on and off the road. An ultra noise cancelling mic removes 96% of background noise giving you crystal clear calls wherever you are. Focus on your calls with powerful Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and keep the roar of the road at bay. Get the best of both worlds and switch from stereo to mono sound with a removable second earcup. The S650-XT has a battery life that can go the distance with up to 36 hours of talk time on a single charge. It also includes the customizable BlueParrott button which allows you to personalize your experience with Speed dial, Mute or Push-to-Talk. Hands-free voice controls let's you control the headset with just your voice so you can focus on the road. With the IP54 rated protection against dust and water, the S650-XT is truly roadworthy.
Customer Rating
5
Superior Quality, Sound and Control
on July 7, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This particular headset is in a higher price range, but the quality is superb and the functionality is both outstanding and unique. This unit gives the user an option I have not had before which is to remove one of the earcups. Now you can use the same headset for superior noise cancelling headphones for music listening or you can use the unit for call center support when you want to keep one ear available for hearing sounds in the room.
The active noise cancelling is very effective at removing all background noise. I was amazed at this units ability to keep the sound crisp and not muffled while using the noise cancelling feature.
Very important is the comfort provided by the headset size adjustment and the earcup padding. I found that even with my glasses on for many hours, there was no pinching of my ears – great.
The controls for volume, cell phone calls and other functions are very simple. The BlueParrott button can even be programmed so you can utilize functions the way you want – tip of the cap to the BlueParrott engineers. You can also direct the headset via your voice – another tip of the cap to the engineers for putting this convenient, useful and safety option into their headset.
Very important is the comfort provided by the headset size adjustment and the earcup padding. I found that even with my glasses on for many hours, there was no pinching of my ears – great.
The controls for volume, cell phone calls and other functions are very simple. The BlueParrott button can even be programmed so you can utilize functions the way you want – tip of the cap to the BlueParrott engineers. You can also direct the headset via your voice – another tip of the cap to the engineers for putting this convenient, useful and safety option into their headset.
You also get a very rugged case for transporting the unit. This headset can be connected via Bluetooth or a USB dongle or just a direct wire, so you also have nice options with included connection devices.
I found this headset to be far better than any other and it quickly became my ‘go-to’ device. I highly recommend this BlueParrott unit.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed to meet the needs of small offices, the MAXIFY GX6021 delivers high-quality, low-cost printing, and outstanding wireless connectivity. Get serious print productivity with a high page yield of up to 6,000 Black / 14,000 Color pages per full ink bottle set7 and a combined 350 sheet plain paper capacity. Save up to 80% on the cost of ink compared to high-yield laser cartridges with a low cost per print of less than 2 cents per page.7 Each printer comes with a full set of ink, plus 2 bonus black ink bottles, and a 3-year or 80,000 pages* limited warranty so you can print with confidence. The MAXIFY GX6021 is easy to setup and maintain and delivers superior versatility thanks to an auto document feeder for scanning and copying — plus, print on a variety of media types and sizes, including labels, envelopes, and banners. Produce crisp, colorful documents quickly and cost-effectively thanks to fast print speeds and a 4-color pigment-based ink system. Easily connect and print through high-speed USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly5 from computers or mobile devices.
Customer Rating
5
Newest Technology and Superb Printer
on June 21, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This printer was easy to setup with a very well written ‘Startup’ guide. All functions tested correctly when I ran it through its many options.
The ink tanks are very large. I was careful to follow the instruction closely so no ink spilled. I could see that the ink bottle and ink tank are designed to help ensure you don’t spill any ink i.e. it is a very smooth and easy operation to fill the tanks.
Color and grey reproduction was excellent – I could not see any difference between material that was copied and the original. Wireless connectivity was flawless.
Canon gives you an option to use their ink auto-supply process, which will save you money if you print a lot of material. However I didn’t choose that option.
There is an ink valve shutoff for when you move the printer a great distance, so don’t forget to use it. I had not seen this on other ink tank printers, but with ink tanks it is a valuable function.
Be aware that when you lift open the printer to put in more ink, the larger-lid stays in place. You need to first move it slightly higher and then it will let you close this larger-lid. Don’t confuse this when you are just opening thinner upper lid of the printer to reveal the scanning glass. This portion just moves up down without the additional upward pull.
The ‘Print Directly from USB Flash Drive’ function needs some updating. If you have a PDF type file it may not print because when using a USB flash drive, this printer will only print if the file was created from the Canon software or the operational panel of the printer i.e. scanned to the flash drive. Point is this severely limits the usefulness of this function.
Although you cannot fax with it, this printer does provide a lower cost ink option with the ink tanks and the four color ‘pigment-based’ ink system does provide very crisp and vibrant print outs. The very nice 2.7 inch adjustable LCD touchscreen is the newest technology for your interface to the machine. It also has a great 3-year limited warranty.
Printers are becoming much easier to configure and use, this printer is a great example of the newest technology – tip of the cap to the Canon engineers. All in all a super quality product that impressed me with its array of optional printing functions, scanning and copying (double or single sided output). I highly recommend this printer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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
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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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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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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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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