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- First reviewMay 28, 2015
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Upgrade from the last generation with the new ROG Strix G10CE, a Windows 11 gaming desktop that delivers exhilarating gaming experiences powered by an 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-11400F processor and NVIDIA® GeForce GTX1660Ti graphics.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Mid-Level Gaming Machine
on April 29, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
I was very impressed with this mid-end gaming machine. Partly due to the lower price point which many folks do need, notwithstanding some compromising of specifications. There is ample capability for those wishing to upgrade memory, storage and even CPU and GPU. However I think ASUS hit the mark with those of us gamers who are quite willing to save the bucks for a unit that nonetheless performs very well on many types of games; and we can upgrade over time if we need to.
I recommend replacing the side panel with the included clear plexiglass panel. If you are new to these upgrades note there are 8 screws included. Use the 4 which go on first to provide a bushing and thread socket for the other 4 screws. Easy enough. The acrylic panel stands away from the desktop since it does not have holes for ventilation like the base side panel. I calculate the acrylic panel actually provides more airflow than the perforated side panel. There is a great light show in many colors that is defaulted inside the cabinet; but you can change the light show if you wish. I loved it.
The fan cooling is sufficient for the Intel i5 processor. If you wish to install faster processors with more threads, then I would suggest upgrading the fan as well. There are two fans, one for the processor and another comes on as needed to expel heated air quickly through the back of the tower.
An HDMI cable and a Display Port cable are both included. I tried both and they work almost identical in this configuration. I noted that I had to use the ports on the graphics card, the ones at the top of the back panel were inactive – not a problem.
The keyboard and mouse are very basic, however I like this design point of spending less on the included keyboard/mouse to keep the price lower since I like many folks will already have lighted gaming mechanical keyboards and gaming mice. ASUS I think again hit the right marketing tradeoff.
I tried a sample of various games including Forza Motorsports, War Thunder from my Gaijin account, and a bunch of fun games like flight simulators. Everything worked well and the graphics and speed were great. Sound was super great through my USB attached ‘shoulder speakers’ loved the sounds.
The important specs are 11th geni5-11400F, Nvidia GeFGorce GTX 1660Ti and 16 GB memory. The processor is a six core and twelve thread design – nice and power enough for mid-level gaming. My plan is to double the memory and have fun with more high powered games. There is a 512 GB SSD.
I am very pleased with this ASUS Gaming Computer and would highly recommend it for those operating in this price point who want a solid performer.
I recommend replacing the side panel with the included clear plexiglass panel. If you are new to these upgrades note there are 8 screws included. Use the 4 which go on first to provide a bushing and thread socket for the other 4 screws. Easy enough. The acrylic panel stands away from the desktop since it does not have holes for ventilation like the base side panel. I calculate the acrylic panel actually provides more airflow than the perforated side panel. There is a great light show in many colors that is defaulted inside the cabinet; but you can change the light show if you wish. I loved it.
The fan cooling is sufficient for the Intel i5 processor. If you wish to install faster processors with more threads, then I would suggest upgrading the fan as well. There are two fans, one for the processor and another comes on as needed to expel heated air quickly through the back of the tower.
An HDMI cable and a Display Port cable are both included. I tried both and they work almost identical in this configuration. I noted that I had to use the ports on the graphics card, the ones at the top of the back panel were inactive – not a problem.
The keyboard and mouse are very basic, however I like this design point of spending less on the included keyboard/mouse to keep the price lower since I like many folks will already have lighted gaming mechanical keyboards and gaming mice. ASUS I think again hit the right marketing tradeoff.
I tried a sample of various games including Forza Motorsports, War Thunder from my Gaijin account, and a bunch of fun games like flight simulators. Everything worked well and the graphics and speed were great. Sound was super great through my USB attached ‘shoulder speakers’ loved the sounds.
The important specs are 11th geni5-11400F, Nvidia GeFGorce GTX 1660Ti and 16 GB memory. The processor is a six core and twelve thread design – nice and power enough for mid-level gaming. My plan is to double the memory and have fun with more high powered games. There is a 512 GB SSD.
I am very pleased with this ASUS Gaming Computer and would highly recommend it for those operating in this price point who want a solid performer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Give yourself complete front-door protection and convenience with Wi-Fi Retrofit Smart Lock. When your hands are full of groceries, Auto Unlock senses you and opens the door* so you’ll never have to fumble for your keys again. When you get inside, Smart Lock has your back and automatically locks, just in case you forget. You’ll have flexibility with a responsive keypad that can project onto the door, the wall, or anywhere you want. With built-in Wi-Fi, you can also control entry to your door from anywhere to let yourself or your family inside. Smart Lock is easy to install, needing just a few minutes without a phone call to a contractor, saving you time and money. And after installation, you’ll only need to charge Smart Lock once a year, giving you 365 days of front door security. Auto Unlock is only compatible with iOS*.
Customer Rating
5
Very Smooth Operation and High Quality
on April 28, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
The R10 lock is very well designed and works smoothly. One point to make clear is that you must open the door more than 45 degrees during the calibration process, or the calibration might fail. I saw another review that said the calibration failed then suddenly worked. I suspect that reviewer opened more than 45 degrees when he saw it suddenly work.
The lock is easy to install, you most likely will want to use the adhesive strip on the main unit (inside portion) so that it is tightly installed. The keypad works perfectly. The app has an excellent user interface. You will need to identify the type of lock pin you have and use the correct adapter of which several adapters are included. The instructions are well done.
This device uses part of your original lock including the bolt and outside key slot. This is genius since now you don't need a different key for unlocking manually. Another important design point is having both Bluetooth and WiFi so that this lock can be operated from anywhere; not just right up next to the device – very nice for a lock in this very reasonable price range.
I did call support for help and the phone was answered within a minute and the customer support rep was excellent. Also eufy support sent me emails to assist installation, always with short turnaround time. Since I managed Help Desks at one time, I recognized an efficient operation with well trained technicians who were smart, courteous and patient.
This lock is designed well with the latest technology and also attractively designed. Tip of the cap to the engineering that went into this lock. I would definitely recommend this company and this very smart lock.
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The wearable surround speaker system designed specifically for vivid, comfortable, and exciting gaming, with 4-channel, realistic surround sound, with 3 gaming sound modes to heighten every experience—developed jointly with the FINAL FANTASY XIV online sound team from SQUARE ENIX.
Customer Rating
5
Innovative and Great Audio
on February 11, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
Oh yes, these are super comfortable. No heating up of my ears like headphones and not any discomfort from earbuds because they go right on your shoulders. The unit is light and actually provides added sense in that you can feel the vibration as well as hear the sound.
If you are looking to create an environment where you isolate the sound to just yourself, of course, this is not the correct unit. But if you have the freedom to use these phones where you can relax and let the sound surround you, then this is a very unique and wonderful way to listen to music or gaming. The real boom comes from gaming though. When gaming you really feel the zaps and booms and crashes. Very realistic step up for gaming I thought.
There are two mic’s, noise cancellation and echo cancellation. The 4 channel sound is aimed at your head for lack of a better description – tip of the cap to the design engineers for that as it is fantastic. You can mute the sound and the mic naturally. You can hear outside sounds but I didn’t find a nearby TV a distraction because you are focused on the game or your own music.
There are six sound modes (a button will cycle through them). Including 3 game modes for role playing, shooter and voice enhancement. But don’t sell short the music modes of normal and cinema. Very nice sound programming, another tip of the cap to the engineers. This unit is amazing.
The unit itself is rugged, solid and stylish but the most important aspects are the functional ones I mentioned. I do highly recommend this product.
If you are looking to create an environment where you isolate the sound to just yourself, of course, this is not the correct unit. But if you have the freedom to use these phones where you can relax and let the sound surround you, then this is a very unique and wonderful way to listen to music or gaming. The real boom comes from gaming though. When gaming you really feel the zaps and booms and crashes. Very realistic step up for gaming I thought.
There are two mic’s, noise cancellation and echo cancellation. The 4 channel sound is aimed at your head for lack of a better description – tip of the cap to the design engineers for that as it is fantastic. You can mute the sound and the mic naturally. You can hear outside sounds but I didn’t find a nearby TV a distraction because you are focused on the game or your own music.
There are six sound modes (a button will cycle through them). Including 3 game modes for role playing, shooter and voice enhancement. But don’t sell short the music modes of normal and cinema. Very nice sound programming, another tip of the cap to the engineers. This unit is amazing.
The unit itself is rugged, solid and stylish but the most important aspects are the functional ones I mentioned. I do highly recommend this product.
Ease of Use
5
Quality
5
Value
5
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Comfort has never been more convenient. The new Serta Sheep Retreat mattress delivers long-lasting comfort to your front door in our smallest carton ever. Thanks to the unique combination of Serta Gel Memory Foam, Serta Transitional Support Foam and Serta Foam Core you can get that sleep-til-noon rest you’ve always wanted.
Customer Rating
5
Easy 5-Star for Quality and Comfort
on February 11, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
The Serta Sheep Retreat (medium 10”) is very comfortable. I used it on a platform bed base. It is made of gel memory foam which does prevent the over-heating that memory foam mattresses used to have – this is the most important point of these types of mattresses. So that is very good. The gel foam is so much better than the old memory foam that I would be very careful to ensure your mattress is like this one and has the gel beads in the memory foam.
This mattress has the medium softness that I prefer; and I would avoid a very soft foam mattress since a very soft mattress may compress too much and cause some over-heating at night with or without the gel bead composition. My opinion is that you want medium or firm gel memory foam. One last point on softness/firmness - over time you may feel a mattress is too soft or too firm. With a 10 inch mattress you are able to add a 2-inch mattress topper with more or less firmness. If you have a 12 inch mattress then it is a bit more difficult to add a topper since you may be making the mattress too high too sit on the edge. So that’s another reason I think 10” is a good depth to use. But that’s only my personal experience.
The delivery in a box is great. But I would recommend a small hand truck to move it around in the box as it is a bit heavy for one person to move.
The materials are top-notch on this mattress. You will need to let the mattress decompress once you get it out of the bag and into the fresh air. It won’t reach the full 10 inch depth till about a full week out of the plastic bag that it is vacuum sealed in. This is a three-core mattress that provides better support and comfort so you do need to let each layer fluff up. I noticed that the top edge of the mattress was at first a little S-shaped, but after 10 days it straightened out. The mattress is rolled up when it comes out of the box so that may cause various temporary distortions.
I do recommend this mattress very highly. It ticked all the boxes for me and I just love it over my old mattress.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Preserve little ears, muffle big noise. Protect your child’s hearing with our industry-leading noise reduction headphones. HearMuffs Wireless connects to phones and tablets while limiting maximum volume to preserve hearing. Designed for young ears, Hearmuffs have an adjustable headband and foam cushions for a snug fit. Whether it’s naptime or party time, your kids can safely have a good time!
Customer Rating
5
Just Right Size and Excellent Design
on January 26, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
The Lucid Hearing Bluetooth HearMuffs work effectively. But a very important question is if an infant or toddler would rip them right off one way or another. However, if you put them in use frequently but not for long sessions at first, the toddlers seem to get used to them. The best uses were for situations with loud woodworking machinery, loud music and lullaby time.
Outside sound is muffled as I did some testing on my own head one ear at a time. The option to connect Bluetooth is genius. Here you can pick the type of music the toddler or infant will hear. Obvious is lullabies and that proved to be a good sleep inducer as you might think. I did take the headphones off after infant went to sleep.
I also felt the unit was rugged, it is not a toy. The headset doesn’t have any loose parts that could get swallowed, very nice safe design. The headset has quite a bit of size adjustment.
I did find on the set I have that the extension of the headband took quite a bit of force to pull it out. This may be as designed so that once set, the toddler can’t readjust them easily. I do feel this is not a problem but rather an excellent design point from the engineers – tip of the cap to them.
I do recommend this headset.
I did find on the set I have that the extension of the headband took quite a bit of force to pull it out. This may be as designed so that once set, the toddler can’t readjust them easily. I do feel this is not a problem but rather an excellent design point from the engineers – tip of the cap to them.
I do recommend this headset.
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The CORSAIR M65 RGB ULTRA Tunable Gaming Mouse boasts a durable aluminum frame and pinpoint accuracy powered by a 26,000 DPI MARKSMAN optical sensor and optical OMRON switches. Sensor fusion technology enables convenient tilt gestures for in-game actions, while CORSAIR AXON Hyper-Processing Technology transmits those actions up to 8x faster than other gaming mice. With customizable weight between 97g and 115g, a lightweight paracord cable, and CORSAIR QUICKSTRIKE buttons, all your movements and actions register with the utmost speed. Take control with iCUE software to program the M65 RGB ULTRA’s eight buttons, customize its dynamic RGB backlighting, and save your profiles to onboard storage to take on the go. Pick up the M65 RGB ULTRA to make all your clicks count.
Customer Rating
5
Great Design and Customizable
on January 19, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
The Corsair M65 RGB Ultra Wired gaming mouse is top notch. It has smooth switches and the included weights add a really nice and simple way to personalize the mouse to just the right feel for a particular user.
I have used many difference mice and this one has the smoothest scroll bar that never seems to cause me any problems. This is an area where many mice fall short but this unit is excellent.
This mouse of course is great for gaming and you can adjust the DPI via two buttons on top of the mouse or you can use the iCUE app. I did also use the app to update the firmware. Be aware that you are instructed to connect the mouse directly to your PC and not via a dock or USB hub when you update firmware.
I did try the mouse with and without the weights and for me the weights added an ability to ‘feel’ the mouse more when sliding or lifting; but this will be a subjective point of view. Good news here is that you have the option to add or remove weights.
This mouse has a Target button on the left side which reduces your sensitivity to a lower level for more precise mouse movements when needed. The iCUE app will allow you to program the buttons on your mouse. The app will also give you some neat lighting options to have fun with.
This excellent mouse is built rock solid, has a great feel in your hand, very crisp switches and with the iCUE app has plenty of versatility. I highly recommend this jewel of a mouse.
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Unexpected. Unseen. Unreal. The Delta 15 AMD Advantage Edition uses the latest AMD Ryzen 7 5800H processor and Radeon RX 6700M graphics. Coming in at 4.19lbs light and 0.75in thin, the Delta 15 supports SmartShift, Smart Access Memory and Wi-Fi 6E for powerful performance inside a premium chassis. Break through and set off a new standard in gaming with the Delta 15.
Customer Rating
5
Superior Laptop at This Price-point
on January 14, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
I’ll start by saying that the MSI - Delta 15.6" FHD 240hz Gaming Laptop with Ryzen R7-5800 and Radeon RX6700M, is a steal at the listed price. Human perception is hard pressed to see the difference in speed so I did rely on looking at some researched numbers and suffice to say that a gaming laptop with twice the price can perform about 1% faster based on published benchmarks using the same DDR4 memory and that was in single core performance. Multi-core results showed this machine as almost 5% faster compared to some higher priced machines with different CPU's.
As I say human perception may not note these differences. This laptop is top notch quality and the design is beautiful. Backlit keyboard is absolutely spot on with no glare yet easily seen keys – which is not always true with backlit keyboards that blast the light out or disappear when you lower the lumens; MSI engineers got it just right. Metal chassis is strong and ensures the keyboard and touchpad have a solid base – very nice. I actually felt the touchpad was the best I’ve used in terms of smoothness and the left/right clicks. Speakers were okay, but not great.
This baby is backed by 10GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory and internal 16 GB memory and a whopping 1TB SSD. Yikes great specs. The screen is gorgeous with vibrant colors and of course super fast color changes when I used several different PC games.
I did have to update to Windows 11, but it was very quick. I should mention the IPL time from off to fully operational was mere seconds. I also updated the BIOS to get everything totally up to date. I did uninstall the existing Norton and reinstalled my own Norton since the installed version was only a 2 month trial. By the way I tried to update the installed Norton with my own key but it got confused so that’s why I uninstalled the pre-installed version (in case this point helps someone).
The fan is a little loud at times. You can utilize the MSI Center Software to calibrate fan speed and more. But I let the machine find its own level since it wasn’t all that loud and I wanted to ensure the best cooling for a laptop with such a powerful CPU and GPU lineup.
The fan is a little loud at times. You can utilize the MSI Center Software to calibrate fan speed and more. But I let the machine find its own level since it wasn’t all that loud and I wanted to ensure the best cooling for a laptop with such a powerful CPU and GPU lineup.
I would highly recommend this powerhouse gamer. MSI has produced a fantastic machine at this price point.
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G535 gives you performance, freedom and comfort for all your gaming sessions. Enjoy advanced LIGHTSPEED wireless, up to 33-hour battery life, and 40 mm drivers for crystal-clear sound. Just 236 grams, an adjustable headband, and soft memory foam earpads ensure all-day comfort.
Customer Rating
5
Comfort and Quality
on December 16, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
Very nice lightweight headphones. I noticed a different design whereby there is an adjustable fabric headband underneath the plastic part that goes over your head. The headband is a soft elastic fabric that will stretch to fit your head snugly but not too tight. I was amazed at the comfort of this design, so I tip my cap to the engineers who came up with this idea – well done.
Sound is great using the included dongle to connect to a PC which I used. Very important, the earpads are super soft and large enough to fit over my older-man ears. I wear glasses and the pads accommodated my glasses with absolutely no pinching while gaming or just listening to music.
The flip up mic bar worked perfectly as well. I highly recommend these headphones as sturdy but soft with battery life that is over 40 hours per my testing; though the spec is 33 hour battery life. Great price for these quality headphones too.
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The unpleasant side effects of allergies shouldn’t follow you home. Improve your breathing and remove unpleasant odors with the Insignia NS-APMWH2 375 Sq. Ft. HEPA Air Purifier. It removes allergens, large irritants, mold, dust, pet dander, smoke and pollen with the included HEPA filter. The active carbon filter also removes odors, keeping your house smelling clean and fresh. An LED display makes it easy to check the air quality of your home and change the settings of the air purifier, such as the speed, timer or child lock. It’s ideal for a medium-sized room up to 375 sq. ft. You shouldn’t have to struggle to breathe in the comfort of your own home. Help avoid allergy flare-ups by cleaning your air today.
Customer Rating
5
Quiet and Effectively Cleans Air
on December 4, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
I first noticed how quiet this air cleaner is. It is barely audible on low speed. It does have three speeds if you want to clean the air faster, the upper speeds are louder since the fan is moving faster of course. However the sound is smooth just louder.
The air filter is very robust for the size of this unit, tip to the engineers for their design which makes the filter almost as large as the unit itself.The filter is rated for up to a 380 square foot room. You have a washable pre-filter that catches things like pet hair. The Hepa main filter has a carbon layer which is excellent for removing odors. This filter proved very effective in making the air in my open landscape main room smell better especially after cooking on an inside grill appliance - great. I did turn the fan speed temporarily up to its highest setting for that situation. Normally I leave it on low and don't hear the fan at all..
There are very good controls which allow timer settings, fan speeds, and a feature to prevent accidental setting changes. I highly recommend this unit as an excellent air purifier for your home.
The air filter is very robust for the size of this unit, tip to the engineers for their design which makes the filter almost as large as the unit itself.The filter is rated for up to a 380 square foot room. You have a washable pre-filter that catches things like pet hair. The Hepa main filter has a carbon layer which is excellent for removing odors. This filter proved very effective in making the air in my open landscape main room smell better especially after cooking on an inside grill appliance - great. I did turn the fan speed temporarily up to its highest setting for that situation. Normally I leave it on low and don't hear the fan at all..
There are very good controls which allow timer settings, fan speeds, and a feature to prevent accidental setting changes. I highly recommend this unit as an excellent air purifier for your home.
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The HP ENVY Inspire 7955e is a premium multi-purpose home printer with everything families need to learn, work, and create. Loaded with features to print high-quality photos, homework, office docs and everything else. Includes the optional HP+ Smart Printing System that keeps itself up to date and ready to print from virtually anywhere at any time—at no additional cost. Optional HP+ system requires an HP account, internet connection, and use of only Original HP Ink for the life of the printer.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Printer, Super High Quality Photos
on December 1, 2021
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This turned out to be a fantastic multi-purpose printer. I recalled when a printer came with sprockets and paper had holes for the guide rails – wow have things improved. First of all the packaging was excellent. There was an inner box completely encased by an outer box providing double protection for the printer. The printer also had foam and cardboard providing added protection. I noticed to remove the printer from the inner box, the packaging folks at HP had come up with a sort of strong ‘strip-handle’ that you simply pulled and easily lifted the printer right out. You may recall when you had to turn the box upside down to dump out a new printer but not in this case. Tip of the cap to the engineers at HP.
I noticed the simplicity of paper size adjustments and the nicely designed printer cartridge holders. Once the various protective tape strips are removed, you plug the printer in and install the HP Smart app on your phone or computer. Just follow the directions from the app and the printer is installed in a few minutes. The app finds the printer, helps you set up wireless and away you go. Super easy.
This printer is in a little higher price point but is well worth it due to its range of functional capabilities, solid structure and excellent print quality. In short order it was installed on my laptop and on my iPad Pro. A nice feature of the install is the ability to send a link to your gmail, go to your computer and click on that link to quickly install on your computers in addition to your smart phone.
Document quality, scan quality and photo printing was great and indeed the photo printing was spectacular. I’ve included a photo with this review and the colors pop vividly.
This printer is best I’ve used and I do highly recommend it.
I noticed the simplicity of paper size adjustments and the nicely designed printer cartridge holders. Once the various protective tape strips are removed, you plug the printer in and install the HP Smart app on your phone or computer. Just follow the directions from the app and the printer is installed in a few minutes. The app finds the printer, helps you set up wireless and away you go. Super easy.
This printer is in a little higher price point but is well worth it due to its range of functional capabilities, solid structure and excellent print quality. In short order it was installed on my laptop and on my iPad Pro. A nice feature of the install is the ability to send a link to your gmail, go to your computer and click on that link to quickly install on your computers in addition to your smart phone.
Document quality, scan quality and photo printing was great and indeed the photo printing was spectacular. I’ve included a photo with this review and the colors pop vividly.
This printer is best I’ve used and I do highly recommend it.
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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.
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4 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
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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.
Overall
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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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.
5 years, 7 months ago
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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.
5 years, 8 months ago
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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.
5 years, 8 months ago
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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