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- First reviewMay 28, 2015
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Create the ultimate laptop-like experience with the Brydge 12.9 MAX+. Featuring the largest native multi-touch trackpad ever included in a tablet keyboard, the 12.9 MAX+ delivers the most immersive and natural experience iPadOS has ever seen. Together with a new SnapFit™ Case designed to flawlessly match and protect your iPad, the 12.9 MAX+ creates the perfect productivity device for any environment. Brydge is critically acclaimed for their keyboard’s unmatched typing experience, and the Brydge 12.9 MAX+ is no exception. Featuring adjustable backlit keys, Instant-On™ Connectivity, shortcut keys, up to 3-month battery life and 135˚ screen rotation, you’ll have confidence cranking out that paper, clearing your inbox, or tackling whatever task comes your way.
Customer Rating
5
Beautiful, Functional and Perfect Fit
on December 1, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This keyboard is super. You do have to use the directions to pair it and if you update the firmware you will have to pair it again, but that’s about the only slight negative I saw.
The feel of the keyboard is fantastic and I am used to the top of the line keyboards for my laptops and desktops. The keys have 3 levels of lighting and I simulated lights off to varying degrees and the lighting was fantastic – easy to see keys with no glare. Will be great for plane trips.
The keypad was smooth and made my use of my new 5th generation iPad 12.9 Pro much more wonderful. I especially like the SnapFit magnetic hold that locks the iPad in place. There is some weight to the keyboard which is very solid. The weight also ensures the unit will hold the 12.9 inch iPad without letting the unit fall backwards, since this style does not have the extra ‘flap’ that some keyboards will have. When you open the combined unit, you will notice that the keyboard will in a subtle way lift the rear of the unit so the keyboard is slightly slanted – great design point and a tip of the cap to the engineers.
I enjoyed all the function keys like Microphone, Keyboard and Command keys. The keyboard will turn off when you turn off the iPad, that’s a nice feature.
There is a small user guide which will show you the gestures for the very large touchpad. Also the guide you on how to pair and update the firmware.
I do highly recommend this solid, beautiful and functional keyboard for your 12.9 iPad.
The feel of the keyboard is fantastic and I am used to the top of the line keyboards for my laptops and desktops. The keys have 3 levels of lighting and I simulated lights off to varying degrees and the lighting was fantastic – easy to see keys with no glare. Will be great for plane trips.
The keypad was smooth and made my use of my new 5th generation iPad 12.9 Pro much more wonderful. I especially like the SnapFit magnetic hold that locks the iPad in place. There is some weight to the keyboard which is very solid. The weight also ensures the unit will hold the 12.9 inch iPad without letting the unit fall backwards, since this style does not have the extra ‘flap’ that some keyboards will have. When you open the combined unit, you will notice that the keyboard will in a subtle way lift the rear of the unit so the keyboard is slightly slanted – great design point and a tip of the cap to the engineers.
I enjoyed all the function keys like Microphone, Keyboard and Command keys. The keyboard will turn off when you turn off the iPad, that’s a nice feature.
There is a small user guide which will show you the gestures for the very large touchpad. Also the guide you on how to pair and update the firmware.
I do highly recommend this solid, beautiful and functional keyboard for your 12.9 iPad.
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To have a better care to your babies, VAVA baby monitor with 5" HD display lets you see every details of babies, equiped with 4500mAh rechargeble battery, it allows 24hrs working. Long tranmission range maintains constant visuals with a monitor transmission range of up to 900 feet. Using the two-way talk to comfort your baby anytime. Meanwhile, auto-pilot mode gives you both panoramic and up-close views of your baby's.
Customer Rating
5
All the Functions Needed and Top Quality
on November 30, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This system of camera and monitor pair up when plugged in since they arrive already paired. If you buy additional cameras there is a simple process to pair them. You may have up to 4 cameras paired. The camera and the monitor use a different power connection port so there is no chance to mix up power supplies. The camera stays plugged in but the monitor is made to be charged and removed from the charger so you can move it from room to room. This is a critical design point so that as you go through your day you will always have the ability to view the baby from wherever you go in the house. Tip of the cap to the design engineers. Both camera and monitor have a speaker and mic, so you can talk back and forth to your child. There is even a temperature sensor and it will display temperature too high or too low with displayed icons and beeps. Cameras also have night vision.
The monitor display is crystal clear plus you can zoom and pan the camera. The camera will physically move when you pan the camera. There is an optional wide angle lens option if you need, but my unit did not have one. The user guide is very well done and the camera and monitor have top-notch construction, very nice quality. This baby monitor has all the features needed, I do highly recommend this as a top quality and very functional system.
The monitor display is crystal clear plus you can zoom and pan the camera. The camera will physically move when you pan the camera. There is an optional wide angle lens option if you need, but my unit did not have one. The user guide is very well done and the camera and monitor have top-notch construction, very nice quality. This baby monitor has all the features needed, I do highly recommend this as a top quality and very functional system.
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Keep enjoying your favorite sound equipment without an expensive component update. SOUNDFORM CONNECT Audio Adapter with AirPlay 2 turns your stereo into an AirPlay 2-enabled speaker to stream the music that you love from iOS and Mac devices. Our adapter is equipped with optical and 3.5mm output that brings signal from your devices to any speaker or receiver with an audio input.
Customer Rating
5
Handy Device to Connect to non-Bluetooth Speakers
on November 28, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This little gem is perfect for wirelessly connecting your audio source to speakers that do not have a Bluetooth connection. However, you do have to connect this device to the audio-output device/speakers, either with an optical cable or a 3.5mm cable. This device is powered using its USB-C port. You can connect to multiple speakers using the Belkin Soundform app (free).
I used an IPAD and the setup was simple. Once configured, you use the IOS Home app to ensure the output from the IPAD is not to the internal speakers but rather to the Belkin Soundform device. A tip you may need is: I didn’t switch the audio output from the IPAD speakers at first. After a bit of thinking I realized my error and did the correct connection. I tested both the 3.5mm jack connection type and the optical cable connection type and both worked flawlessly. It does only work with IOS devices.
I do recommend this device if you need to connect multiple speakers and/or speakers that you don’t want to have a physical wire between the audio-output source and the speakers.
I used an IPAD and the setup was simple. Once configured, you use the IOS Home app to ensure the output from the IPAD is not to the internal speakers but rather to the Belkin Soundform device. A tip you may need is: I didn’t switch the audio output from the IPAD speakers at first. After a bit of thinking I realized my error and did the correct connection. I tested both the 3.5mm jack connection type and the optical cable connection type and both worked flawlessly. It does only work with IOS devices.
I do recommend this device if you need to connect multiple speakers and/or speakers that you don’t want to have a physical wire between the audio-output source and the speakers.
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The Ninja Foodi XL Pro Grill & Griddle is the grill & griddle that sears, sizzles, and air fry crisps. With the 500F independently powered grill grate, you get direct, edge-to-edge high heat for steakhouse grilling, griddle searing, and more.
Customer Rating
5
Nice Compact Design, Fun Indoor Grilling
on November 25, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
I found this Ninja indoor grill/griddle to be fantastic. Loved its compact design and robust functionality. The first thing I tried was to make hamburgers and they came out delicious. The interface is simple and intuitive and a very helpful guide is included if needed. I also made asparagus that come out crispy and tasty – best asparagus I have ever had. I did only use the top 3 inches of the shoots and then gave them 60 seconds with butter in the microwave. Transferred to the griddle and they cooked in about 5 minutes at a 350 degree preheated temperature.
A design feature that worked nicer than I expected is that the grill opens to a height that fits under your cabinets in a typical kitchen. This is because the hinges are lower and allow the lid to keep lower when you raise it – tip of the cap to the engineers at Ninja. It was 18 5/8” from counter top to bottom of cabinets, still cleared by 2”.
I also cooked some steaks on the BBQ/Grill setting and they came out perfect medium. I did like that the grill tilts a little forward and the grease goes into a channel on the front. I have tried other indoor grills that allow the grease to go into a plastic trap under the unit; but I found these units let the grease drip onto the counter when you opened the lid. This unit moves the grease to where it is supposed to go. No smoke or flame, just tasty food. You also can air fry with the included basket and also a flat griddle for pancakes is included. When stored all the parts go right inside the unit – nice.
Cleanup is a breeze because all removeable parts are dishwasher safe and/or you can clean them in your sink very easily. I highly recommend this unit.
A design feature that worked nicer than I expected is that the grill opens to a height that fits under your cabinets in a typical kitchen. This is because the hinges are lower and allow the lid to keep lower when you raise it – tip of the cap to the engineers at Ninja. It was 18 5/8” from counter top to bottom of cabinets, still cleared by 2”.
I also cooked some steaks on the BBQ/Grill setting and they came out perfect medium. I did like that the grill tilts a little forward and the grease goes into a channel on the front. I have tried other indoor grills that allow the grease to go into a plastic trap under the unit; but I found these units let the grease drip onto the counter when you opened the lid. This unit moves the grease to where it is supposed to go. No smoke or flame, just tasty food. You also can air fry with the included basket and also a flat griddle for pancakes is included. When stored all the parts go right inside the unit – nice.
Cleanup is a breeze because all removeable parts are dishwasher safe and/or you can clean them in your sink very easily. I highly recommend this unit.
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Liberty 3 Pro are the perfect blend of high quality sound and noise cancellation. With our exclusive ACAA 2.0 technology, you’ll hear deep lows, crystal-clear highs, and very present mids. HearID ANC analyzes your ears and provides noise cancellation based on your environment. A triple-point ergonomic shape means you can wear these buds all day, comfortably. With the case, you get up to 32 hours of playtime (8 hours from the earbuds themselves) so you’ll have long-lasting listening sessions.
Customer Rating
5
Comfort, Sound and Advanced Tech
on November 19, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
Wow, best earbuds ever. Charge up quickly and last for a couple days. Stay securely in your ear while jogging and never caused ear ache which I often get. The newest technologies include better sound and better comfort. Comfort is actually most important to me since the sound of many earbuds is at least acceptable. However, I did notice more bass in these earbuds – excellent. Noise cancellation technology includes an environmental noise analysis to ‘auto-magically’ determine how the buds will handle noise cancellation. I did test in a quiet environment versus very noisy environment and this technology worked. The buds handled the noisy environment it seemed to me by providing more cancellation although the sound seemed less vibrant. I didn’t check noise cancellation other than no noise and lots of noise but I was convinced the technology worked fine.
These buds came with 6 different size ‘ear cushions’ and six different ‘ear wings’; so you are sure to find the best fit for every ear size. The case which provides added charging when you are on the go, doesn’t flip up but rather slides open; I felt this was a very smooth touch to add to the package. These buds can connect to two Bluetooth devices at the same time. Also if you remove one earbud, the music pauses, like you may do when you meet someone on the street. I admire the technology in these buds a great deal. Bluetooth pairing is faster than I have ever seen either with a computer or via a cell phone. Even the Quick Start Guide is more robust than normally seen and clearly describes all the functions including firmware updates and resets. I strongly recommend these earbuds. Well done Soundcore engineers.
These buds came with 6 different size ‘ear cushions’ and six different ‘ear wings’; so you are sure to find the best fit for every ear size. The case which provides added charging when you are on the go, doesn’t flip up but rather slides open; I felt this was a very smooth touch to add to the package. These buds can connect to two Bluetooth devices at the same time. Also if you remove one earbud, the music pauses, like you may do when you meet someone on the street. I admire the technology in these buds a great deal. Bluetooth pairing is faster than I have ever seen either with a computer or via a cell phone. Even the Quick Start Guide is more robust than normally seen and clearly describes all the functions including firmware updates and resets. I strongly recommend these earbuds. Well done Soundcore engineers.
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The entire Meta Portal family is video calling designed to bring people closer.Portal Go makes the best of Portal portable, so you’re free to see where the conversation takes you. Whether you’re chasing a toddler or just want a change of scenery, Portal Go’s built-in battery and integrated carry handle help keep the conversation going as you move from room to room. Connect to anyone—even if they don’t have a Portal—with Messenger, WhatsApp, Zoom and more. Portal’s Smart Camera will pan and zoom to keep you in frame so you can move and talk naturally, whatever the task at hand. High fidelity audio fills any room with sound whether you’re on a call, watching entertainment, listening to music with Spotify, Pandora or Tidal, or even using Portal Go as a portable Bluetooth speaker around the home. You can take your office anywhere with a dedicated calling screen to free up your laptop with screen sharing, calendars and conference calling on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Webex, or Workplace. An ever-expanding AR library lets you blur backgrounds or add effects to liven up calls, while StoryTime uses AR, animation and music to let you tell immersive bedtime stories to loved ones anywhere in the world. Portal Go brings the good times to any room in your house even when it’s not in use with an HD display showing all your favorite photos from Instagram, Facebook or uploaded from your phone via the Portal app. You can explore with Portal’s browser or enjoy entertainment via a range of apps. And with Alexa Built-in, you can ditch the remote and control your smart home and connected devices with the sound of your voice. When you’re done, simply set your Portal Go on its Charging Dock until you need it next. Portal’s simple privacy settings mean you can easily disable the camera and microphone, or block the with the camera cover. All Messenger and WhatsApp calls are encrypted.
Customer Rating
5
Nice Device for Facebook Users
on November 11, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
The Facebook Portal Go will please a lot of people who use Facebook. If you normally use your cell phone to contact people you may find the capabilities lacking. This device uses the contacts from Facebook primarily. However you can load the Whatsapp app on your cell phone and it will call anyone in your phone contact list who also has Whatsapp installed. I think if the device simply gave you the option of calling any contact in your cell phone, in a simple way, it would be a big improvement. You can link your cell phone via Bluetooth to your Portal Go, however then any request for info for example when you talk to your phone will send the audio to the Portal Go; you may not want this. So that are a few cautions up front, but you can work around them.
Installation was very easy. The sound from this device is top notch. I loaded ‘iHeart Radio’ and this provided me with a very nice selection of songs that I can bring up just by using the ‘Hey Portal’ voice command. Facebook users will love the ability to establish a video call easily to other Facebook users. The Portal Go has a very clever camera system that will follow the user around and keep putting the user in the frame. Another useful and important feature is the ability to carry the Portal Go from room to room using the molded in handle. You should return it to its charging base from time to time. The construction is excellent and the soft durable fabric surface is a nice touch.
You can ask the Portal Go for weather and some other simple requests, however it gets lost if you request fairly simple requests that you would expect other ‘voice search methods’ would handle. This is where you need to understand that you can use the built-in Alexa. Now instead of saying ‘Hey Portal’ you just say ‘Alexa’ and you will be fine with any request. In a similar way you can use the built-in browser to investigate anything. An improvement would be to put the smarts in the device so you would just use the same voice-awake command all the time i.e. ‘Hey Portal’ and it would internally use Alexa or the browser to get you a response as needed.
There are other features such as StoryTime that are geared toward family/friend usage, and this is a very nice special feature. You can utilize other features to see your Facebook photos, upload your cell photos or even get your photos from Instagram. You can use other apps like Zoom, WebEx and GoToMeeting. It is fun to explore the versatility of this unit, but you do need to do some homework to understand the details. A nice upgrade in the future would be an interactive interface with an index to facilitate all the options. But this unit is an excellent interface for Facebook users.
I found this particular device to be a nice add-on to other types of voice command devices and of course this is focused on Facebook and your friends there. I enjoy keeping it right beside my TV and can easily check weather without pulling out my cell phone for example. Since Alexa is built-in you end up with quite a versatile unit with excellent audio output. I do highly recommend this unit.
Installation was very easy. The sound from this device is top notch. I loaded ‘iHeart Radio’ and this provided me with a very nice selection of songs that I can bring up just by using the ‘Hey Portal’ voice command. Facebook users will love the ability to establish a video call easily to other Facebook users. The Portal Go has a very clever camera system that will follow the user around and keep putting the user in the frame. Another useful and important feature is the ability to carry the Portal Go from room to room using the molded in handle. You should return it to its charging base from time to time. The construction is excellent and the soft durable fabric surface is a nice touch.
You can ask the Portal Go for weather and some other simple requests, however it gets lost if you request fairly simple requests that you would expect other ‘voice search methods’ would handle. This is where you need to understand that you can use the built-in Alexa. Now instead of saying ‘Hey Portal’ you just say ‘Alexa’ and you will be fine with any request. In a similar way you can use the built-in browser to investigate anything. An improvement would be to put the smarts in the device so you would just use the same voice-awake command all the time i.e. ‘Hey Portal’ and it would internally use Alexa or the browser to get you a response as needed.
There are other features such as StoryTime that are geared toward family/friend usage, and this is a very nice special feature. You can utilize other features to see your Facebook photos, upload your cell photos or even get your photos from Instagram. You can use other apps like Zoom, WebEx and GoToMeeting. It is fun to explore the versatility of this unit, but you do need to do some homework to understand the details. A nice upgrade in the future would be an interactive interface with an index to facilitate all the options. But this unit is an excellent interface for Facebook users.
I found this particular device to be a nice add-on to other types of voice command devices and of course this is focused on Facebook and your friends there. I enjoy keeping it right beside my TV and can easily check weather without pulling out my cell phone for example. Since Alexa is built-in you end up with quite a versatile unit with excellent audio output. I do highly recommend this unit.
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Night Owl is excited to offer our U.S. designed and engineered 4K Wi-Fi Bluetooth Network Video Recorder with Wi-Fi IP 4K Spotlight Cameras and Pre-Installed Hard Drive. With secure app-based Bluetooth setup, there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing (optional). You can easily configure your system right from the app on your smartphone or tablet with the Bluetooth connection. While a TV or monitor is not required, with Google Assistant you can use simple voice commands to stream camera footage directly to your TV or monitor, all while remaining hands free. Each camera has 2-Way audio (talk and listen) as well as a built-in siren and preset voice alerts. From within the app, you can easily activate the built-in siren, startling intruders and sending them packing. Have a guest but can’t get to them? Use a preset voice alert to let them know! Smart detection technology including human detection, facial capture, and vehicle alerts reduce the risk of false alarms, keeping you safe and well protected. Facial capture lets you see who is on your property by snapping a photo and sending the image to your Smart Device. Motion-activated dual spotlights flood your yard with bright lights when human motion is detected, instantly warding off trespassers. Proudly designed and engineered in the USA, our security system uses a built-in wireless connection for uninterrupted viewing with no delays. Our app gives you control of your system and easy access to your recordings, regardless of where you are. Night Owl never charges fees for storage or access to your videos. All recordings are securely stored on a pre-installed hard drive for convenience. You can view and download the recordings as you need them. This system provides the latest technology to give you the ultimate security experience. NOTE: Your Wi-Fi recorder is compatible with our BWNIP2 (Wire Free), WNIP2 (Wi-Fi IP) and WNIP8 (Wi-Fi IP) Series devices and is not backward compatible with other Night Owl products.
Customer Rating
5
Best WiFi Camera for Distance from Base
on November 3, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
The base unit and cameras were very easy to install and view using the cell phone app. I did connect the base unit via ethernet to my LAN. I also connected the base unit via an HDMI cable to one of the ports on a TV, there were no problems displaying on the TV set. I actually called support due to a small mistake I made using the phone app during initial setup. It was totally my fault during the verify phase of registering and creating my sign in. I didn’t see the obvious place to enter the code that is sent to me as a text message. In any event I can attest to the quick response I got when calling the Night Owl support team. The person was knowledgeable and he realized my error. He also gave me some insight into other features. Bottom line, the Night Owl support is excellent. We had a good laugh and I still don’t know how I made the simple error.
You are asked to pair the cameras within 8 feet of the base unit. All four cameras paired without any intervention on my part after they were simply powered on. A helpful voice tells you status and eventually will say the cameras are ready within 15 seconds. I checked a few times that I could turn the cameras off and on and each time they re-paired on their own, no problems. So this is important and the cameras worked great re-connecting.
The video from the cameras is crystal clear. I did notice that when you open the app, the video of all cameras came up instantly although they were about 100 feet from the base unit. I have noticed that the Night Owl is much better at handling longer distance than other brands that I am currently using. The other brands took 15-30 seconds to display the video on my cell phone using their apps which are much more rudimentary. So hands down the Night Owl is better. I also played with the microphone, siren and flood lights - everything worked perfectly.
The newer technologies seem to have improved distance, picture and especially ease of setup (plus the ability to use the cell phone app to control your system settings). Other systems only use a mouse attached to the base unit to operate a rather clumsy interface via your HDMI connection to the TV screen.
I highly recommend this unit as excellent quality, superior GUI and great support from their techs.
You are asked to pair the cameras within 8 feet of the base unit. All four cameras paired without any intervention on my part after they were simply powered on. A helpful voice tells you status and eventually will say the cameras are ready within 15 seconds. I checked a few times that I could turn the cameras off and on and each time they re-paired on their own, no problems. So this is important and the cameras worked great re-connecting.
The video from the cameras is crystal clear. I did notice that when you open the app, the video of all cameras came up instantly although they were about 100 feet from the base unit. I have noticed that the Night Owl is much better at handling longer distance than other brands that I am currently using. The other brands took 15-30 seconds to display the video on my cell phone using their apps which are much more rudimentary. So hands down the Night Owl is better. I also played with the microphone, siren and flood lights - everything worked perfectly.
The newer technologies seem to have improved distance, picture and especially ease of setup (plus the ability to use the cell phone app to control your system settings). Other systems only use a mouse attached to the base unit to operate a rather clumsy interface via your HDMI connection to the TV screen.
I highly recommend this unit as excellent quality, superior GUI and great support from their techs.
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The original Hypervolt with some serious upgrades. The Hypervolt 2 helps you move the way you want to, when you want to with an updated design so you’re ready to tackle whatever comes next.
Customer Rating
5
Quality and Technology Blended Just right
on October 30, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
Super quality. Solid feel and when running, the unit is smooth and powerful at all speeds. Charging was simple and blinking green light becomes solid green when fully charged.
The selection of massage heads covers all your muscles. I tried them all and was able to hit sore areas like shoulders and calf muscles for me. Changing the heads is easy, however you do need to use a little more force than you might initially think to remove a head. But pulling the head straight out will work fine.
After I mowed the lawn I had been getting cramps in my calf muscle and using this massager for 5 minutes on each calf after I mow has eliminated the cramps that usually came later when I went to bed. I just used the low power setting for this remedy. You should note to turn it on you need to hold the power button down for a few seconds. This is a good feature to prevent accidentally powering the unit up. Each touch will then increase the power level. Also you can turn the unit off from any power setting directly by simply holding down the power button. The design of this product was very well thought out by the engineers from cordless ability, physical shape, quality parts, variety of heads and smooth motor. Tip of the cap to the engineers and market analysts.
The skin of the device is very soft and just exactly what you want with a massage device. This is not a low-end price-point device, but it is worth every penny. I highly recommend this product.
The selection of massage heads covers all your muscles. I tried them all and was able to hit sore areas like shoulders and calf muscles for me. Changing the heads is easy, however you do need to use a little more force than you might initially think to remove a head. But pulling the head straight out will work fine.
After I mowed the lawn I had been getting cramps in my calf muscle and using this massager for 5 minutes on each calf after I mow has eliminated the cramps that usually came later when I went to bed. I just used the low power setting for this remedy. You should note to turn it on you need to hold the power button down for a few seconds. This is a good feature to prevent accidentally powering the unit up. Each touch will then increase the power level. Also you can turn the unit off from any power setting directly by simply holding down the power button. The design of this product was very well thought out by the engineers from cordless ability, physical shape, quality parts, variety of heads and smooth motor. Tip of the cap to the engineers and market analysts.
The skin of the device is very soft and just exactly what you want with a massage device. This is not a low-end price-point device, but it is worth every penny. I highly recommend this product.
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Hear Big. Win Big. Take your game to the next level on Xbox or PlayStation with the Turtle Beach Recon 200 Gen 2 powered gaming headset. Powered by a rechargeable 12-hour battery, the Recon 200 Gen 2 multiplatform gaming headset delivers powerful, amplified audio, and can keep going without power in passive mode. Whether you’re chatting with teammates or trash-talking the enemy, the flip-to-mute mic picks up your comms loud and clear. Play for hours in comfort with ultra-soft memory foam ear cushions with ProSpecs technology.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Sound and Soft as Butter
on October 20, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
I did first test the 12 hour charge and in fact it exceeded 12 hours, so that’s nice. I also tried the passive ‘power off’ position and the head phones worked fine albeit at a much lower volume. So that does work but inspired me to ensure I keep the head phones charged to get that terrific power sound. The volume controls were positioned very ergonomically and intuitive. I did notice the clever style of the earpad sections to tilt ensured the phones will hug your head without pinching. The material used to make the pads is very smooth, no sweat and soft as butter. I played games for hours with no discomfort and often didn’t even feel the head phones on – so that is great. I also wear glasses and noticed how the glasses didn’t cause discomfort apparently due to the ‘dual foam’ design which I can attest actually works well. The ‘up’ move of the mic boom did mute the microphone as specified. Sound was great, I would not say superb sound, but at this price point I felt the audio was very realistic. I would highly recommend these head phones.
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Enjoy live TV broadcasts from your favorite local networks without the cable bill! The Core Innovations ANT100TCR Outdoor/Attic Amplified TV Antenna allows you to access HDTV channels up to 100 miles away, free of charge. The 360-degree motorized rotation delivers better range and reception in imperfect locations, and the wireless remote control gives you the flexibility to make adjustments from the comfort of your living room. Enjoy content in up to 4K full HD where supported, and mount the antenna to the included mounting pole to further boost signal strength.
Customer Rating
4
Very Nice Reception, Problems with Rotation
on October 20, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
I tried this antenna and the reception was excellent. I didn’t ‘measure’ signals, rather I tried this antenna against a number of over the air channels that I am familiar with to check clarity. Compared to a more expensive antenna this one worked much better. I did do several new scans using a Samsung TV with built in converter. I am somewhat remote as most channels are beaming from a bigger city which is over 50 miles away. If you use this antenna in a more urban area versus suburban area, I believe you will find it is even better.
Now the sketchy part of this unit is the rotation capability. The engineers I see tried to minimize cost and probably went too far. I say this because the rotational response is inconsistent. It will rotate using either the remote or the on-board switch. There is an LED light that turns green to show the antenna is rotating but often the antenna is not moving even though you press the button and the light is green. If you lift off and retry the switch, it will ‘probably’ start the antenna moving again. Also the left button on the remote may turn the antenna clockwise or counter-clockwise, the right button also does this; which is a little frustrating. If you need to move the antenna as you view different stations, then you would require a line of sight to the antenna or you won’t know what it is doing. Possibly my unit is defective relative to the rotation of the antenna feature.
I did see that you must have the base unit turned on to engage the amplification of the signals. Note that you can receive some channels with the unit off or on; but it is an advantage to ensure the unit is on. I messed this up a little since I initially thought the unit needed to be on only to rotate the antenna.
I recommend this unit if you are within 50 miles of your stations. Also you will need a line of sight to the antenna or the rotation ability is of little value. The antenna did impress me as to its ability to receive many stations clearly.
Now the sketchy part of this unit is the rotation capability. The engineers I see tried to minimize cost and probably went too far. I say this because the rotational response is inconsistent. It will rotate using either the remote or the on-board switch. There is an LED light that turns green to show the antenna is rotating but often the antenna is not moving even though you press the button and the light is green. If you lift off and retry the switch, it will ‘probably’ start the antenna moving again. Also the left button on the remote may turn the antenna clockwise or counter-clockwise, the right button also does this; which is a little frustrating. If you need to move the antenna as you view different stations, then you would require a line of sight to the antenna or you won’t know what it is doing. Possibly my unit is defective relative to the rotation of the antenna feature.
I did see that you must have the base unit turned on to engage the amplification of the signals. Note that you can receive some channels with the unit off or on; but it is an advantage to ensure the unit is on. I messed this up a little since I initially thought the unit needed to be on only to rotate the antenna.
I recommend this unit if you are within 50 miles of your stations. Also you will need a line of sight to the antenna or the rotation ability is of little value. The antenna did impress me as to its ability to receive many stations clearly.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best Buy Dell Inspiron Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Enjoy the convenience of a tablet or the functionality of a computer with this Dell Inspiron Starlord laptop. The 15-inch touch screen makes viewing the small details on websites simple, and the Intel Core processor keeps the computer running commands quickly. This Dell Inspiron Starlord laptop has a backlit keyboard so you can type in the dark.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5physically shake the laptop? Warning
By Kevin
After looking for a powerful engineering laptop to meet my need, this Dell product is a great one. Design is great, sleek, and powerful. Has windows hello, hd screen and a 2 in 1. However it only has 2 USB ports. I wish dell would added more ports. Fast boot up with ssd, and a good backlight keyboard. However after a week of use, when I would hold the laptop and walk you could here a sound. Now this is when it is off. It seems that something is moving inside or it could be from the manufacture. So I returned it and sought to get the replacement. They opened the replacement and when they shaked it the same sound came from it. The best buy rep seemed to say its nothing and it does not matter where I presented this laptop to a computer engineer at my school, who told be its should not be doing that. Now the one on display did not have the defect. But it is amazing that a laptop of this power has this defect. So to wrap up, if you want to buy this laptop make sure to shake it. Seems weird but you don't want to end up loosing your money
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Can Expand Number of USB Ports
February 10, 2017
As you say it has only one 2.0 and only one 3.0 USB port, but this is easily mitigated. For about $20 you can purchase a 4 port USB hub for when you may need added ports. You won't notice any speed difference. Here's one at BBuy: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-4-port-usb-3-0-hub-black/4333600.p?skuId=4333600 PS: My unit does not make any noise when you shake it, and unless it needs to turn on the fan it has zero noise in operation. I did the fan and it is noticeable but that's good since it is being turned on to ensure cooling.
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Passport® mini offers convenient amplification for any instrument or microphone. It's perfect for performances by street musicians and students, as well as a basic public address system for events and presentations. It goes anywhere thanks to its dual AC- or Battery-powered capabilities. It can even be used as a music media playback system or computer recording interface.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great Little Amp & PC Software
By RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
This amp is tremendous. No hum and lots of adjustments that at first seem over whelming, but then you catch on and it is reasonably simply to operate. The Fender Fuse software is great. I played around and could hear the difference easily as I changed presets and effects. It is not powerful, but it does have 7 watts RMS, fine for in the house. The software is cool, anything you change on the computer changes the adjustments in the little amp flawlessly. First thing I did was follow the instructions to upgrade the firmware to pick up any fixes or enhancements. Then you just have a ball playing around. It does have a vocal and instrument channel as well as an IPOD or other input. I ran it on batteries as well as AC with the included adapter. It also includes your USB cable to connect to the computer. I'm not an expert so this helps me learn about a lot of effects and styles by letting you hear the differences. GREAT. If you are an experienced guitar player, you will probably have other amps but this one may be nice to practice and learn with.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Got Another One
February 16, 2017
I gave the first one to my Uncle. I got another one used from a friend that did not work. However it appears that only a loose wire was the cause so it is now fixed. Also did not work on battery power, but I found that the spring contacts for the batteries were smashed down and didn't actually make contact. Once I pulled the contacts out the unit began to work on battery power as well as AC. So if you find a unit not working on battery power check the contacts.
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We know pets makes messes. Whether it's tracked-in mud or bathroom accidents, BISSELL® ProHeat 2X® Revolution® Pet Pro Plus carpet cleaner handles those though pet messes with its exclusive Pet Pro Cleanup System. This system includes a CleanShot® pretreater to remove spots and stains; the 2-in-1 Pet Upholstery Tool to remove pet hair, stains and odors from upholstery, a trial-size of BISSELL® PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator formula, and an EZ Clean Brush Roll Cover to make maintaining the machine easy. When used in MAX Clean Mode, you get powerful cleaning that outcleans the leading rental*** and leaves carpet dry in about 30 minutes with Express Clean Mode.** All of this cleaning power comes in a lightweight and maneuverable machine with a low-profile foot that gets under furniture. But this machine doesn't just pick up after pets, it helps save them, too. BISSELL® proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation® and its mission to help save homeless pets. When you buy a BISSELL product, you help save pets, too. We’re proud to design products that help make pet messes, odors and pet homelessness disappear.***Cleaning results based on ASTM F2828 using BISSELL PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator formula in MAX clean mode against the Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3 carpet cleaner using their top selling formula.**Express Clean Mode (reference instruction in user guide). Tested on new carpet with protectant. Results may vary.
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2 out of 5
2 out of 5Sadly, Very disappointed with this cleaner
By Laddie
Pros - Light weight and easy to maneuver - intuitive design makes it easy to use and nice design.
Cons - very low suction and seems to clog up after one use. No horsepower listed on the box and was told it was very powerful by a sales person.
The story - I went to Best Buy to purchase the Hoover SteamVac F7452-900 All Terrain Steam Cleaner with SpinScrub which is advertised being at the store. I have had the Hoover model for over 5 years and it has been an incredible workhorse typically using it twice a week. Strong suction and allowed for quick drying over large areas. We moved from a 6-bedroom home of 3,300 square feet to a 1,000 foot two bedroom two bath apartment. Didn't think I would need all the power of the Hoover but with two small dogs, well, they sometimes miss the puppy pads. I'm hoping I will be able to return the new Bissell for a Hoover.
BEST BUY - this is not a fault of Best Buy - they are a great store that carries quality items - unfortunately I didn't do the homework needed to evaluate this product adequately - I should have waited for the Hoover that I wanted...
Cons - very low suction and seems to clog up after one use. No horsepower listed on the box and was told it was very powerful by a sales person.
The story - I went to Best Buy to purchase the Hoover SteamVac F7452-900 All Terrain Steam Cleaner with SpinScrub which is advertised being at the store. I have had the Hoover model for over 5 years and it has been an incredible workhorse typically using it twice a week. Strong suction and allowed for quick drying over large areas. We moved from a 6-bedroom home of 3,300 square feet to a 1,000 foot two bedroom two bath apartment. Didn't think I would need all the power of the Hoover but with two small dogs, well, they sometimes miss the puppy pads. I'm hoping I will be able to return the new Bissell for a Hoover.
BEST BUY - this is not a fault of Best Buy - they are a great store that carries quality items - unfortunately I didn't do the homework needed to evaluate this product adequately - I should have waited for the Hoover that I wanted...
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Must Vacuum First
May 10, 2017
I think I know why you might have less suction or clogging. I learned this the hard way. It is best to vacuum the carpet prior to using this machine - actually every carpet shampooer requires this step. You may have skipped doing this, but if not you may need to use the tool they include and slide it into the nozzle and remove any hair and other clogs. Anyway it worked great for me. The other area to check is the 'red filter' below the dirty tank, I noticed this gets pretty much completely covered and although you clean the tank you need to also clean this filter (see page 16 of the manual Step 5). Hope this helps.
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Kick your listening experience up to a whole new level with wireless JLab Audio Epic Bluetooth earbuds. The 10-hour battery life lets you enjoy your music all day, and crystal clear radical sound creates a smooth, precise and memorable listening experience. Get the most out of your music, phone calls and audio books with JLab Audio Epic Bluetooth earbuds.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Cheap Materials, Bad Sound, Poor Quality Control
By ryanmcv
I wanted to like these, but JLab really dropped the ball with my set of Epic2 headphones. I'd normally list the pros first, but I'm so disappointed that I'm starting with the cons.
CONS:
- The Epic2s are supposed to come with 6 pairs of silicone ear tips. Well, I got 6 ear tips, but not 6 PAIRS of ear tips. My box only had 1 of each type of ear tip. Yes, I looked everywhere - inside the carrying case, in every plastic bag -- they're not there.
- After I removed the headphones from the box, I noticed that the black coating on the cord was starting to peel. This is probably because JLab forcefully bends the cord to fit it into the awkward box. Not a good first impression, and I'm sure it's only going to get worse.
- It's too bad that JLab didn't provide all of the ear tips, because the ones that come installed by default do not fit me well at all. They are way too small for my ears and slide out while I'm running. It would have been nice to try another set of ear tips, but I obviously can't do that.
- These things just aren't comfortable on my ears. The over-ear loops just feel awkward and don't allow much room for adjustment.
- The cord is just ridiculously long. The headphones come with 2 cable clips (which I actually got - yay!), but they are awkward to use and you're warned that using them might kill your Bluetooth connection. No thanks.
- The volume and track control buttons are horribly placed. I feel like I have to reach around and grab the back of my neck if I want to adjust the volume.
- Speaking of sound and volume, these headphones just don't sound good. They are way too bass-heavy and voices/dialogue sound extremely muted.
- The Epic2s are supposed to come with 6 pairs of silicone ear tips. Well, I got 6 ear tips, but not 6 PAIRS of ear tips. My box only had 1 of each type of ear tip. Yes, I looked everywhere - inside the carrying case, in every plastic bag -- they're not there.
- After I removed the headphones from the box, I noticed that the black coating on the cord was starting to peel. This is probably because JLab forcefully bends the cord to fit it into the awkward box. Not a good first impression, and I'm sure it's only going to get worse.
- It's too bad that JLab didn't provide all of the ear tips, because the ones that come installed by default do not fit me well at all. They are way too small for my ears and slide out while I'm running. It would have been nice to try another set of ear tips, but I obviously can't do that.
- These things just aren't comfortable on my ears. The over-ear loops just feel awkward and don't allow much room for adjustment.
- The cord is just ridiculously long. The headphones come with 2 cable clips (which I actually got - yay!), but they are awkward to use and you're warned that using them might kill your Bluetooth connection. No thanks.
- The volume and track control buttons are horribly placed. I feel like I have to reach around and grab the back of my neck if I want to adjust the volume.
- Speaking of sound and volume, these headphones just don't sound good. They are way too bass-heavy and voices/dialogue sound extremely muted.
PROS:
- They turn on and connect to Bluetooth as expected.
- Comes with a nice carrying case.
- Battery life estimate of 12 hours seems to be accurate.
- They turn on and connect to Bluetooth as expected.
- Comes with a nice carrying case.
- Battery life estimate of 12 hours seems to be accurate.
OVERALL:
I've emailed JLab to see about getting replacement ear tips, but even with those, I think I'll still avoid these headphones. I wouldn't want the cord to start peeling apart mid-workout. The title of this review says it all: these headphones are made from cheap materials, have bad sound quality, and apparently go through minimal quality control processes. Avoid at all costs.
I've emailed JLab to see about getting replacement ear tips, but even with those, I think I'll still avoid these headphones. I wouldn't want the cord to start peeling apart mid-workout. The title of this review says it all: these headphones are made from cheap materials, have bad sound quality, and apparently go through minimal quality control processes. Avoid at all costs.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Just on the ear tips
June 30, 2017
I know you said they were not included and you looked hard, but I found the small bag with one half of the ear tips and on the placard the other half of each size were connected in the cardboard. I would agree it was odd packaging. But I have a feeling that you might (just maybe) have easily tossed them, baby-with-bath-water style.
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Ditch the headphone cable with these Insignia Bluetooth wireless earbuds. With up to five hours of use per charge and an included charging case for mid-day boosts, these earbuds are ideal for daily use. These Insignia Bluetooth wireless earbuds feature a built-in microphone for hands-free calling and easy voice commands.
Can you pair one with one phone and another if another phone so that two people can share one set?
No. The right bud is a master, i.e. it connects and is paired to your source. The left bud connects to the right bud, it does not connect to the source.
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Ditch the headphone cable with these Insignia Bluetooth wireless earbuds. With up to five hours of use per charge and an included charging case for mid-day boosts, these earbuds are ideal for daily use. These Insignia Bluetooth wireless earbuds feature a built-in microphone for hands-free calling and easy voice commands.
Can you use one ear piece by itself without affecting sound quality?
That is a subjective question, for me personally the answer is no. However you can use it with just the right bud running if you must keep one ear free. The way these work the right bud is the master and the left bud won't work at all without the right bud paired to your source. Also in case you think you could use the left ear bud and keep your right ear free, that won't work because the left earbud has to be about 8 inches or less from the right earbud or it turns doesn't connect.
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RalphHenry
Ditch the headphone cable with these Insignia Bluetooth wireless earbuds. With up to five hours of use per charge and an included charging case for mid-day boosts, these earbuds are ideal for daily use. These Insignia Bluetooth wireless earbuds feature a built-in microphone for hands-free calling and easy voice commands.
Can you pair one with one phone and another if another phone so that two people can share one set?
Listen to your TV or music wirelessly without disturbing others.
Can you have 2 sets of headphones working on the same tv ?
Yes. On your TV will be a right and left audio RCA output jacks. Connect one of these to each jack: Male-to-Female RCA Y-Adapter (https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-male-to-female-rca-y-adapter-black/4371028.p?skuId=4371028). Now connect your RCA cables that came with each headphone as you now have 4 jacks to plug into and connect them to each sending/charging unit. Now both headphones will get the audio signal from the TV.
5 years, 7 months ago
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RalphHenry
Clean those hard-to-reach places in your home with this Shark cordless vacuum. Its bristle brush deep-cleans any carpet, and the additional soft-roll brush pulls in larger particles from wood floors while polishing them. The rechargeable, high-capacity Li-Ion battery keeps this Ninja cordless vacuum's DuoClean Technology ready for tough cleaning chores.
I need a lightweight vacuum for medical reasons which would you recommend? Also one that is powerful!
I have tried several and this is the best one. You will love the Shark - ION™ P50 Powered-Lift Away IC162 Cordless Upright Vacuum.
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RalphHenry
Grill, bake, roast or broil with this Delonghi Livenza 0.5 cu. ft. digital compact convection oven. This compact oven saves space while providing enough capacity to save the hassle, heat and cost of using your full-size oven. This Delonghi Livenza 0.5 cu. ft. digital compact convection oven has toasting _and warming functions for maximum flexibility.
What is the wattage on it has to be 1000 or less b4 I can use it
Take gaming up a notch with this Logitech gaming mouse. The LIGHTSPEED wireless technology provides a 1ms report rate and optimized connectivity to prevent lag, and six programmable buttons let you create a custom experience. This Logitech gaming mouse uses an ergonomic design and advanced button tensioning for comfortable, effortless gameplay.
Is this a good mouse to use for blender software?
I would say 'no'. I would recommend a gaming specific mouse and look for one that fits the size of your hand. That being said, this is a subjective area. However for gaming I liked the Fnatic Flick2 it is a little smaller than the Fnatic Clutch 2. Both are similar in Lift Off Distance and DPI settings. Again you may like it for Blender SW etc.
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RalphHenry
Optimize your viewing experience on this 23-inch Dell LCD monitor. Its Full HD IPS screen lets you see content from almost any angle. Easily connect a laptop or a PC to the VGA and HDMI ports on this Dell LCD monitor.
I tried hooking up my macbook pro (which only has a usb-c port) to the monitor via hdmi and a hdmi adapter. However, the monitor keeps telling me there is no hdmi signal from my device. How do I fix this? The adapter works on other monitors (also Dells).
If you open the menus on the monitor (hit the buttons underneath on the right hand side). There is a selection for input, maybe that will fix you up. It may not realize it is HDMI, but if you tell it that is the input I think it should work for you.
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RalphHenry
Optimize your viewing experience on this 23-inch Dell LCD monitor. Its Full HD IPS screen lets you see content from almost any angle. Easily connect a laptop or a PC to the VGA and HDMI ports on this Dell LCD monitor.
Does this monitor have an AUX port on the back for headphones?
Enjoy Full HD viewing with this 25-inch HP micro-edge display. It has one VGA and two HDMI inputs for versatile, high-definition connectivity, and its edge-to-edge panel lets you opt for a clean-looking multi-monitor setup. Play video games smoothly thanks to the AMD FreeSync technology of this thin HP micro-edge display.
There was no vga cable in the box. I purchased two monitors and neither had the bag cord. The description says the VGA is included but only HDMI cord was in the box
I didn't get one either, I think the description is in error. I was able to utilize HDMI. An older VGA cable will work, but maybe BestBuy will give you a VGA cable, you will have to ask them.
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RalphHenry