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Effortlessly print, scan, and copy with this compact, wireless printer with an automatic document feeder, paired with the easiest-to-use print app. From labels to recipes, enjoy a seamless home printing experience from the America`s most trusted printer brand.
Customer Rating
5
Innovative Design with Super Functionality
on May 13, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
I’ll start with the packaging. This printer came well protected with padding and the entire unit was covered in a plastic wrap – excellent. No hard lifting, the unit easily slipped out of the box. There were a few blue tape pieces to remove and the entire process proved to be intuitive and simple.
You can setup from a cell phone or from a computer. I wanted to try setting it up from a computer this time. I already had installed the HP Smart app (for my other HP printers) so I just clicked the add new printer button. I also could have gone to the HP web site to install. I highly recommend the HP Smart app since it simplifies the entire process from turning the printer on the first time to alignment to printing your first page. I noticed that when I did my first print, HP Smart had included all the printers I had on my computer in the selection box – very nice to see everything was already integrated. This process included the initial install of cartridges. This was the easiest install I have ever made. You can choose to enroll in HP Ink or not. HP has refined the process to get your WiFi connected to the printer, it spotted the printer right away and was super fast to connect. I was also given the option to update firmware during the initial setup. Tip of the cap to the HP engineers for upgrading this whole process to very few steps.
Alignment took a few minutes using the alignment sheet which is printed out and placed on the scanning glass. All functions worked nicely for scanning, copying and printing. This printer had an innovative input feed on the back of the printer that held 60 sheets. I found this newer design easier to use when adding more paper and you can see if paper is running low – another tip of the cap to the engineers.
This is a very solid and functional device, it even includes a document feeder. I have had many printers from many brands, this unit is the best I have seen at such an affordable price-point; I would highly recommend it.
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Experience your music in full clarity and richness, even when space is tight, with this compact, all-in-one stereo system that will fit anywhere. Whether you're playing a CD, the radio, or Bluetooth® streaming from your smartphone, the PM270 delivers high-quality sound through powerful stereo speakers withwith 20W(10W+10W) RMS Output. Customize your sound through the Bass/Treble buttons and simple presets. Sleek, matte black design; remote control
Customer Rating
5
Versatile Bluetooth Bookshelf System
on May 4, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
This small bookshelf stereo system is an excellent option for your living room, bedroom, garage or even in the kitchen. The sound is pure and although the speakers are small, they provided a very high volume without distortion.
The system came with a remote, two speakers and the control unit. The speakers have the wires attached internally at the speaker end and the control box provided a solid clip method to attach the color-coded wires. An FM antenna is included and the design of the connection to the control box was solid. A ferrite core is inclluded that you need to install on the power cord to avoid any interference of this unit with other devices. But, it seemed fine with our without the ferrite core attached.
I loaded MP3’s on a flash drive and plugged it in. The machine worked perfectly. You do have to select the input as USB. Likewise, I put in a music CD, selected the CD source and the unit played beautifully. The remote provided functions to select the source and also to navigate through the songs. The remote also turns the unit on or off which is important.. You have a treble and bass control which worked fine as well the provided sound shape presets including Surround sound. A nice feature is a built-in FM radio. You simply attach the included antenna and you are able to get crystal clear radio reception, tip of the cap to the engineers at Panasonic for including this feature.
I used the Bluetooth capability to pair the control unit with my TV, my phone and my laptop. There is a Bluetooth button to ensure it is simple to connect devices. I tried to connect an old iPod via the USB port but it was not recognized. I also used an adapter cable to connect a cell phone to the USB port, but again the device was not recognized. So you do need either a Bluetooth source, CD or flash drive. I believe the design should have included a 3.5mm port, but I didn’t take off a star for that missing design point that would have been very convenient.
I am currently using this small system connected to my TV and the sound is much sharper and louder than the TV speakers provided. I would certainly recommend this fine compact unit.
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Introducing the T9 Golf GPS Watch, featuring a vibrant color touchscreen for intuitive navigation. Providing precise yardages to the green's front, center, and back, it offers an array of advanced functionalities. With features like Active Green Data for enhanced accuracy, V-Algorithm for slope calculation, and Green Undulation displaying high and low points on the green via a heat map, this watch elevates your game. Explore Putt View to discern putt break direction, utilize Smart Green for customizable touch pin-placement, and access Course Views for yardages to hazards and bunkers. With additional features like Swing Tempo Mode and Shot/Putt Tracking for auto scorecard, the T9 is your comprehensive golf GPS watch, perfect for enhancing your gameplay on the course.
Customer Rating
5
Super Technology, Accurate and Helpful for Golfers
on April 18, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
The T9 Voice Caddy for golfers is a fantastic device. It straps on like a watch with a very comfortable rubber writst-band that is soft but stays put on every swing. I am a bogey level golfer and I found this golf aid invaluable especially since I don’t have the kind of distance perception of most people and I do wear glasses.
Here are some key advantages of this device: the screen is readable even in bright sunshine. It is a color touch screen and has a very accurate GPS built in. One course I play actually has a small GPS capable screen in the golf cart which displays the hole and distance from the green when you stop the cart. Although it can’t do what the T9 Voice caddy can do, at least you get the distance and a fly over of the hole. However, I have not seen any other course which has this. Now with the T9 I get this ability to know the distance (and more) on all the other courses. Yes, the T9 can find them when you first tee off using its GPS to actually determine the course you are playing.
I took my T9 to the course with the golf cart GPS, and took advantage of the chance to compare the yardages of the cart’s screen with the T9. Be aware that whenever you get to a golf course and go to the 1st tee, the T9 will connect to satellites and actually find the golf courses which took about 60 seconds when I began play.
I noticed the display of the hole and the yardage was exactly how each hole was laid out showing not just the fairway, but the green, ponds and sand traps. The T9 also did the flyover as you started the hole. The yardage on each shot to the green compared within a couple yards of the golf carts GPS device. So I knew the T9 was accurate.
Now the T9 also allowed me many other features not on the golf cart. When I reached the green, I could use the T9 to mark the flag and mark my ball… then the T9 would show me the length of the putt – wow. You should wait a few seconds for the T9 to get its most accurate putt distance.
Also the T9 uses a color coding to actually display the green to show the contours and slope. There is also the ability to zoom in and out on this great device. The T9 also keeps score for you including how many putts. Another extremely useful feature is swing tempo which was very helpful to me as a bogey golfer. I was able to see that my tempo varied too much from swing to swing so I am trying to use the T9 to make my swing tempo more consistent. I did feel by the seventh hole that I had improved a little and was hitting the ball more consistently as well. Yeah T9, thank you my little wonder, and tip of my cap to the designers.
It's easy to use this device. There are advanced modes to get more out of the features as well. I certainly feel this is a solid built and very high technology device. The GUI interface is well thought out and intuitive. By the way the T9 also has a watch built in and you can choose from several different watch faces. I would recommend it very highly.
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Philips Norelco Multi Groomer - 13 piece Mens Grooming Kit for beard, face, nose, and ear hair trimmer and hair clipper - NO BLADE OIL NEEDED, MG3740/40
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Trimmer at Affordable Price
on April 5, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
This product offers a lot of versatility for a minimal price point. I found the unit to be very well designed with a solid quality construction. It included several trimmer clips for hair and beard. The hair clips are black and the beard clips are grey so it is easy to know which is which. However, you may find like me that the beard trimmers work best for your hair and also beard since my hair is short. It was helpful and fun to try out the different trimmer clips.
I noted the run time of 60 minutes was fine for all my trimming needs. The 3 year parts and labor warranty is excellent. I noted that the more expensive Philips units had a longer warranty and had lithium-ion versus Nickel-metal Hydride battery technology. Honestly I did not see the need for the more expensive units if you trim your hair and beard once every couple weeks. If you are a more detailed person, then a more expensive unit might be your choice.
The charger plug has a light on it so you know when it is charging. The unit also comes with a nice cloth bag to hold all the accessories and the unit; this made it nice for a quick trip I took.
The unit also includes a nose trimmer and ear trimmer. I tried all the trimmer clips including the nose and ear and found them very useful for different purposes. I have to say I never had the nose and ear trimmer and these are actually essential accessories; I very much benefited from using them. Instructions said no blade oil required, but I may add a drop once a month to help keep the self-sharpening blades in tip-top shape. I registered the device and got a 15% discount on other Philips products - nice.
My sense is by the time the warranty runs out in 3 years, at this price, I’ll probably by a new unit to get sharper brand-new blades. So all in all this is a great, well-thought out trimmer choice at a bargain price. I would highly recommend this Philips Multi-Groom unit.
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Best for small offices, the Brother MFC-L2820DW Wireless Compact Black & White (Monochrome) All-in-One Laser Printer is an affordable choice for high-volume printing, copying, scanning, and faxing. With print speeds up to 34 ISO pages per minute (1) (ppm) and automatic duplex printing, it quickly produces crisp, easy-to-read black & white prints. Versatile paper handling features like its 250-sheet paper tray (2) and 50-page auto document feeder (2) reduce the number of manual tasks in your day. The integrated 2.7” touchscreen makes navigation simple and allows you to print-from and scan-to popular cloud-based apps. (3) Flexible connection options include dual-band wireless, Ethernet, and USB 2.0 interfaces. Advanced security features provide peace of mind as they help safeguard your information and maintain secure connections while printing. An efficient, time-saving addition to any workspace, this affordable wireless printer combines four critical business functions into one compact footprint.
Customer Rating
5
Love This Well-Designed Laser Printer
on January 10, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Brother - MFC-L2820DW laser printer is a very well built unit. I was very happy to see that the packaging was top notch and that the printer was in perfect condition after unpacking it. I noticed the installation was intuitive as soon as I began. Most important, the toner cartridge easily slipped into place smoothly – so nice design by the Brother engineers.
A very nice clear and bright LCD screen made all interactions with the printer easy to see and select . WiFi setup also was simple.
The printer is fast and the clarity of the output was superb. I’d say the printing was the best I’ve seen in a laser printer so far and I have used many laser printers over the years.
I did utilize the Brother Mobile Connect app. Also the automatic 2-sided printing worked perfectly, and of course saves paper.
I used the 2.7” color touch screen to access many printer options and functions and the engineers did a great job with the GUI.
Printing two sided documents and scanning documents took seocnds with this printer. You can scan documents diretly to the printer or directly to e-mail. Fax capability is also available, although I just prefer attaching documents to emails, but this ability is good to have if you do need it.
You can scan up to 50 pages at one time which is awesome. This printer does everything I need in a laser printer. I’ve been using it more and more so I can also save color ink printing which I mostly don’t need. Tip of my cap to the engineers at Brother. The printouts are so clear that I'm replacing my other main laser printer with this one. I do highly recommend it.
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Elevate your auditory journey with the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2E Over-Ear Headphones that seamlessly merge 24-bit processing high-res DSP, custom 40mm drive units, and feature Qualcomm aptX Adaptive, creating an immersive sound production for your movies, music, and shows. Advanced features including active noise cancellation resulting in crystal-clear calls, promise a technologically sophisticated experience. Step into a realm of luxurious comfort and sophisticated design with these over-ear headphones. Its premium architecture showcases plush foam earpads and an elegant finish, providing an unobtrusive yet snug fit even during extended listening sessions. This seamless fusion of comfort and aesthetics creates a haven for your senses, amplifying your listening experience. Take full command of your sonic environment with the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2E Headphones. The Bowers & Wilkins Music app allows seamless direct streaming, efficient voice assistant support, and customizable noise cancellation adjustments. The substantial 30-hour battery life, quick-charge support, and other essential features cater to your audio needs throughout the day, making the Px7 S2E an ideal companion for your day-to-day adventures. These headphones not only feature technological prowess but also an aesthetic feel, ensuring that every note, beat, and whisper sounds exactly how the artist intended.
Customer Rating
5
Smooth as Silk Audio
on November 20, 2023
Posted by: RalphHenry
These headphones have a very sturdy construction. The head-size adjustment is very wide and when adjusted it stays put nicely. The earcups are very soft. I was able to wear glasses with the headphones on for almost 2 hours with no pinching, so the designers certainly insured they are comfortable. Also the material used for the earcups does not cause your ears to overheat – tip of the cap to the engineers at Bowers and Wilkins.
The app is very well designed, the controls are intuitive and the install went flawless on both a PC and cell phone. You can keep two devices paired. A 3.5mm stereo jack is included as well as a carry case and charging cable. I used these headphones wirelessly and also tried the 3,5mm jack – everything worked perfectly.
The sound has lots of bass and I would describe the audio as super smooth. The noise cancelling kicks in nicely and you can use the button on the left ear cup to turn noise cancelling on and off.
I did find the audio could separate instruments better than other headphones I have used. This confirmed the more premium price was worth it due to the 24-bit processing high-res DSP and the powerful and custom 40mm drive units. There are also 6 noise cancelling microphones – wow.
I did try these headphones with various music sources, cell phones and an online zoom meeting. I noted I could pause music by lifting one earcup; when earcup returned to ear, the music started like magic – great. The 30 hour battery life is also outstanding.
I would highly recommend these outstanding headphones for music, online meetings and cell phone usage.
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Denon Perl Pro True Wireless Earbuds let you create a personalized sound profile via Masimo AAT for audio that is perfectly tuned to you. Add in CD-quality sound from Qualcomm aptX lossless technology and spatial audio from Dirac Virtuo for an unrivaled wireless audio experience. Confidently take calls with best-in-class voice audio. Use the Denon Perl Pro app to create your profile and fully customize your listening experience. And with eight hours of earbud battery life-plus 32 additional hours from the case and wireless case charging-you can keep the music going all day.
Customer Rating
5
High Technology Delivers Super Sound
on November 18, 2023
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Denon PerL Pro earbuds are fantastic. The sound seems to be coming in the center of your head and around your head and is crystal clear. The technology is remarkable from how the buds turn on when you remove them from the charging case, to how they pause if you remove them from your ears to how they start to play when inserted back in your ears – all by themselves. You can customize the sound to your individual hearing sort of magically using the Denon earbuds to take measurements to customize the sound for your ears (the app will guide you) - tip of the cap to the Denon engineers.
I did download the Denon Headphones app, be sure you use this app and not other Denon apps. The app will walk you through the setup of your buds. I would recommend doing the personalization. It sounds like the twilight zone but when you are done you can easily appreciate the customized sound. The app will let you hear the default sound while a song plays and you can switch back and forth between the personalized profile sound and the default sound; you will clearly note how perfect the personalized sound is.
There is noise cancellation and also a social mode so you can talk while listening to the music at a lower volume. Construction is rock solid. I noticed a different round shape for these buds. They stay nicely in your ear, you can twist them a little to ensure they are stuck in the ear properly. They did not fall out while I jogged and did treadmill work. I have to say they were very comfortable using the cushions that were already installed, but Denon gives you plenty of cushions and wings to get the exact fit you desire.
There is an 8 hour battery charge and 24 more hours ready to charge from the case. I was very impressed with these superior buds and highly recommend them.
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For smart home security, the Essential Outdoor Camera provides crystal-clear 2K resolution. You can see license plates and eye color in detail with 12x zoom. You’ll get alerts and be able to watch live video right from your phone. Use the Integrated Spotlight Ward to ward off intruders or trigger the Integrated Siren automatically or manually from the Arlo Secure App. Even in low light you’ll be able to identify details with Color Night Vision. Or try the noise-canceling audio to hear and speak clearly with visitors. Setup is quick and easy and only takes minutes by connecting directly to Wi-Fi. You can install it with full confidence thanks to its rechargeable battery and weather-resistant design. An Arlo Secure plan trial is included. After trial, a paid plan is required to keep premium features like 30-day video cloud storage, People, Package, Vehicle Detection, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Camera Works Perfeclty with Arlo Hub
on November 16, 2023
Posted by: RalphHenry
I found this camera to be solid in quality at a reasonable price. The documentation is fine, there are also online support pages available if you getconfused. You do need to ensure you know some fundamental things the first time you set up the camera. One point is there are subscription levels available but you don’t need a subscription, especially at first, as you try things out. Another important point is that the camera will not detect motion unless the system is armed to Home or Away. However, the camera can be used even in Standby Mode if you want to look at the live stream, but nothing is recorded. Finally the recordings go to the cloud which is best since you want them safe and accessible. I did already have the Arlo Secure app so I followed directions and added this 2nd generation Essential Outdoor Camera to the Arlo Hub. The options and settings are logical and intuitive. This Arlo security system is very simple to set up and works flawlessly. The camera light will only come on if the area is dark. This is a reasonable design point. The camera can be constant or flashing. When it is flashing it does not go completely off and then on; instead it goes high intensity and low intensity. I like this design point since its slow flash does not create a hectic on/off cycle. You can set the intensity level of the light as well. You can set up multiple zones or a single zone to cause the camera to record and you can vary the length of the recordings. Be sure to go through all the settings so you are familiar with the camera including 'Routines'. I found that this low price camera has a lot of options that enable you to set things up exactly as you might prefer – tip of the cap to the engineers at Arlo. The camera has specs in terms of night vision that included night color vision. The night videos were not super clear but just adequate. If you get confused doing your setup you can always reset things back to the factory level and start over. The way to do this is to attempt to pair the camera again using the convenient button on the top of the camera. I did connect using the 2.4 GHz WiFi which was required. I also found the mounting process with the included hardware to be really well thought out by Arlo which made it easy to mount the camera on any surface. The camera is rechargeable and this helps avoid any wiring to get your camera installed so it is completely wireless. The battery is rated to last 6 months, but I’m sure this will depend on usage. I expect the design point where the camera will not detect motion and record clips unless the system is armed is to help ensure a longer battery life, so that's a smart design. Lastly, I went to the support site and brought up the online version of the quick start manual I had received with the camera. The support site has very helpful troubleshooting information if needed – well done. I can certainly recommend this very well thought out security camera.
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The IdeaPad 1 raises the bar on every affordable laptop with a super-efficient Intel Celeron N4020 processor in a thin and compact 17.9 mm chassis that makes multitasking a breeze while boosting energy efficiency with up-to-11 hours of battery life and rapid charge. Get more value with four-sided narrow bezels for maximum screen, Dolby Audio speakers and Flip to Start for instant boot up. Optimize your video call experience with a 720p camera that comes with a privacy shutter to keep out prying eyes and Smart Noise Cancelling to cut out background noise.
Customer Rating
5
Switch out of S Mode to Get Great Performance
on November 11, 2023
Posted by: RalphHenry
This laptop comes with Windows S Mode installed, “and if you continue to use this mode”, it will be extremely slow per my experience. You must convert from Windows S mode to normal Windows 11 Home and now the “performance will be excellent” – for more details on this, see the last 3 paragraphs of my review. Once I moved from Windows S to Windows 11 Home this unit at its price point became a 5-star product instead of a 1-star product. You should know that switching from Windows S mode to Windows 11 is simple and there is no charge for this upgrade. I’m going to buy a second unit at this laptop’s very low price point. I did remove the included McAfee Security and installed Norton. I think they would both have about the same impact on performance which is not bad, but I think Norton is less performance impact. I also removed MS 365 as I did not plan to use it, however I expect MS Office would be fine if you need it. I did remove Lenovo Vantage and One Note as well, but again once in normal Windows 11 Home mode, these would also be fine to use.
This very nice laptop is thin yet it boasts the following very useful features: It has an HDMI port, 2 USB A ports, one USB C port, a 3.5 mm headphone jack and even an SD card slot. All of this in a very thin design. The speakers are a bit weak, however I configured an external Bluetooth speaker and the sound was wonderful; I normally use a small external Bluetooth speakers. It does have 4 GB of Ram and 64GB of storage. The speed of its eMMC storage is between an HDD and SDD levels. Turns out it is pretty fast since eMMC storage is more like an SSD i.e. it is not mechanical but rather solid state.
The keyboard is solid and works really well with a nice feel. The display is just ‘okay’ but very satisfactory. The frame is well made and high quality. In short, the build quality is excellent.
I tested all ports and they worked properly. I did attach an external monitor and this little wonder handled all necessary settings perfectly via the Windows 11 Home OS.
I started using this laptop in the Windows S Mode it arrives with. This mode is to ensure the laptop is very secure when used in particular types of environments. An example might be a school classroom where all the laptops are required to stay at the same exact version of software and apps. Indeed, you can’t use Windows Update and you are blocked from installing any apps that are not in the Windows Store. My sense is that the added security and checking causes severe slowdowns and even the EDGE browser loads very slowly and you often see “Not Responding” warnings until you switch out of Windows S mode to the normal Windows Home OS.
Here's what you must do to multiply performance by 10-20 times: Open Settings > System > Activation. Then select “Go to the Store”. On the next panel Switch Out of S Mode, select GET. That’s it, took me 2 hours to figure this out. But did this switch out of S Mode in 15 seconds. This little laptop is now super fast even with its slower processor when it is using the normal Windows 11 Home OS. Yea!
I don’t intend to utilize One Drive, but I expect it would work perfectly well, once you switch out of S Mode. This unit overall is amazing at its price point. I highly recommend this unit for travel and home use.
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See what’s happening around your home with 700 lumens of motion-triggered LED lights, crisp HD live view, infrared night vision, and person detection. See and speak to people and pets from the Blink app on your smartphone for peace of mind day and night.
Customer Rating
5
Easy Install, High Quality and Great App
on November 9, 2023
Posted by: RalphHenry
This is a very high quality security camera and floodlight system. If you have an existing Blink security system, you merely add this light and camera to that system via your Sync Module. If this is your initial Blink install, you would need to get a Blink Sync Module that supports this security camera/floodlight system and connects to your WiFi access point. The Sync module also allows you to add additional cameras and other devices into a connected system and provides local storage if you wish via a USB port.
I was impressed that Blink has built the intelligence into their products so that installation is sort of magical. Once you have the Blink cell phone app installed, you will then setup your Sync Module, which is connected to an outlet for continuous power and then connects to your WiFi access point. I have had similar hub-like items and it is best to put it in a centralized location relative to your security lights and cameras. The app finds the module and walks you through the easy setup.
This particular light and camera combination is totally battery powered. Batteries were included and the specifications indicate the batteries will last up to 2 years. I attached the camera to the system next and it was easy, just hit ‘add device’ in the app and it finds and installs the camera. You do need to attach the camera to the light physically and via a cable. The app provided details on how to connect the camera physically to the light and also attaching a short cable that integrates the light with the camera. Since they are battery powered you can install them any where you like without the need for External power or power cables.
I found the operation of the camera and light to be very comprehensive. The app provided a better range of controls than my other similar systems. One feature I found important that my prior system didn’t have was the ability to reduce the intensity of the LED lights. Another feature for the camera was to adjust the IR intensity for night viewing; these are not variables you find in many other security systems. When you set the motion parameters for the lights, be aware that you need to set the system to enable for the motion to turn the lights on. I liked the ability to set the duration of the lights-on cycle; and also the people recognition ability of the camera. The images on the cell phone were crystal clear. Outdoor camera temperature range is -4° to 113°. Therefore, I would not suggest mounting the camera in direct sunlight. I did check that if power is disrupted to the Sync Module and then restored, the system will automatically reconnect to WiFi and all devices come back on line without intervention.
There are some subscription plans available for online storage, however you can elect for local storage at no cost. You can also use this system with Alexa. I plan to add additional cameras to the system and another light in the back of the house. I am very pleased with the ease of install and the high quality. I do highly recommend this Blink Security system.
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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 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.
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.
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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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What is the wattage on it has to be 1000 or less b4 I can use it
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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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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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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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