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All the Power You Expect, without the Cord. Go where ambition takes you with the Cordless Food Chopper from KitchenAid. Designed with a powerful rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery, the new cordless food chopper delivers optimal runtime and performance, so you can cook wherever*, whatever, and however you choose. Chop up to 40 onions on a full charge** *Indoor use only. **Based on onion size of 90 - 110 grams
Customer Rating
5
Innovative, Handy, Small-Footprint Chopper
on July 9, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, Florida
This is the first chopper that I have used that is cordless and rechargeable. It does make using the chopper on your center island very nice to not have the cord. It is quite powerful although some choppers that are corded will have a more powerful action. My testing on various items like onions, apples, bananas, nuts, avocados and oranges showed me it had plenty of power. One suggestion is to start on the lower setting which will have more torque and then switch to the higher speed for more finer chopping.
This chopper has nice rubber feet that grip the surface of granite or laminates very well. The chopper has few parts which I find refreshing. It has a drive cylinder which goes in first and then you have either a whisk which does great to foam milk for example, and it has a chopping blade which is your main cutter.
Safety is built in such that you must press the top of the lid handle to start the machine. It is easy to attach the bowl and blades, and very easy to clean. I loved the simplicity of this device. I also felt it did a fine job chopping up the various food items.
If you add oil or other fluids, there is only a small hole in the top which is adequate but you can’t add fluids quickly. It’s called a drizzle basin and is integrated with the lid. It is easy to clean.
I was very pleased with this little chopper and find it is my go-to device for quick chopping with fast clean up. I even used the chopper blade with ice cream and milk to instantly create a very tasty milk shake. I definitely recommend this well built, innovative and functional product.
This chopper has nice rubber feet that grip the surface of granite or laminates very well. The chopper has few parts which I find refreshing. It has a drive cylinder which goes in first and then you have either a whisk which does great to foam milk for example, and it has a chopping blade which is your main cutter.
Safety is built in such that you must press the top of the lid handle to start the machine. It is easy to attach the bowl and blades, and very easy to clean. I loved the simplicity of this device. I also felt it did a fine job chopping up the various food items.
If you add oil or other fluids, there is only a small hole in the top which is adequate but you can’t add fluids quickly. It’s called a drizzle basin and is integrated with the lid. It is easy to clean.
I was very pleased with this little chopper and find it is my go-to device for quick chopping with fast clean up. I even used the chopper blade with ice cream and milk to instantly create a very tasty milk shake. I definitely recommend this well built, innovative and functional product.
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Whether you need 8 dozen* of your signature chocolate chip cookies or shredded chicken for Taco Tuesday with friends and family, the KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer has the capacity for every occasion. This durable tilt-head stand mixer was built to last, and features 10 speeds to gently knead, thoroughly mix and whip ingredients for a wide variety of recipes and comes in a variety of colors to perfectly match your kitchen design or personality. Get creative and make more with your mixer with over 10 optional hub-powered attachments*, from food grinders to pasta makers and more. *Using the flat beater; 28g dough each **sold separately.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Blend of Power, Beauty and Functionality
on July 9, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, Florida
This mixer has extreme power. It is not a toy. Everything about it says quality and functionality. The design of the controls is so well thought out and intuitive that you can’t think of anything to improve this mixer. The finish on the mixer is beautiful and just makes you want to use it. The mixing bowl is stainless steel and will lock in place on the mixer, just a simple perfect design.
It does come with the big wire whip, flat beater and a nice dough hook. There are additional accessories and the machine does have the attachment hub (kind of like a PTO) for things like pasta makers, food grinders and others. It is very easy to add these attachments to make things and also fun.
This mixer is easy to use with 10 speeds and will readily mix many types of foods including bread dough. I made a cake mix and it was simple to get all the ingredients perfectly mixed. It does have great rubber feet underneath to hold it in place very firmly. The mixing is done with an orbital action that is precisely matched to the shape of the bowl. Very well thought out.
Don’t forget to lock the head in the upward position when you move it out of the batter, that way it won’t accidently fall into the mix even if you bump it.
Cleaning up was simple for the bowl and the mixer. I found the design of the mixing attachments made them very effective at mixing and the design made them easy to clean under a running faucet. The engineers at Kitchen Aid deserve some praise. Nice size at 4.5 quarts and 275 watts of motor power.
I do highly recommend this product. There are more powerful Kitchen Aid mixers but they are more for commercial use, I found for in the home, this level of power/size is more than adequate.
It does come with the big wire whip, flat beater and a nice dough hook. There are additional accessories and the machine does have the attachment hub (kind of like a PTO) for things like pasta makers, food grinders and others. It is very easy to add these attachments to make things and also fun.
This mixer is easy to use with 10 speeds and will readily mix many types of foods including bread dough. I made a cake mix and it was simple to get all the ingredients perfectly mixed. It does have great rubber feet underneath to hold it in place very firmly. The mixing is done with an orbital action that is precisely matched to the shape of the bowl. Very well thought out.
Don’t forget to lock the head in the upward position when you move it out of the batter, that way it won’t accidently fall into the mix even if you bump it.
Cleaning up was simple for the bowl and the mixer. I found the design of the mixing attachments made them very effective at mixing and the design made them easy to clean under a running faucet. The engineers at Kitchen Aid deserve some praise. Nice size at 4.5 quarts and 275 watts of motor power.
I do highly recommend this product. There are more powerful Kitchen Aid mixers but they are more for commercial use, I found for in the home, this level of power/size is more than adequate.
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Stream audio while charging your smartphone or tablet with this black Belkin CONNECT USB-C audio and charge adapter. The two ports both support charging and listening for effortless connection. This Belkin CONNECT USB-C audio and charge adapter delivers up to 60W of pass-through power and supports fast charging for compatible devices.
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1
Device was Defective
on July 5, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This product did not work properly. I tried several times to get it to work but at best it worked only once in a while and would stop working even when I did finally get it to work. Basically, it turns a single USB-C port into two ports, one for charging and one for using audio headphones or earbuds.
One problem not related to function is that the packaging is misleading in that it says 'Interchangeable USB-C ports…’. However, one port is actually marked for charging and the other is marked for audio, so you actually cannot use them interchangeably.
A bigger problem seems to be that the connector to put in your phone is too short and the connector is loose, I took the phone case off but that did not help. A second problem is when you do finally get the audio to work and then plug into the charging port, the audio stops. I tried to hold the connector tightly to the phone so I think the second problem is caused by the circuitry in this Belkin device, i.e. it is improperly designed to handle both the charging function and the audio functions at the same time; at least this is true for my cell phone and laptop.
I called Belkin and they do have 7 days a week support so that is good. The connection to a support person was fuzzy and hard to hear. Also, the support person did not seem to be able to help me very much. She collected my information and she put me on hold and never got back for 20 minutes so I had to hang up. The best I can say is if you want this device, try to test it in the store with your cell phone and determine if it works for you. I can’t recommend this device.
One problem not related to function is that the packaging is misleading in that it says 'Interchangeable USB-C ports…’. However, one port is actually marked for charging and the other is marked for audio, so you actually cannot use them interchangeably.
A bigger problem seems to be that the connector to put in your phone is too short and the connector is loose, I took the phone case off but that did not help. A second problem is when you do finally get the audio to work and then plug into the charging port, the audio stops. I tried to hold the connector tightly to the phone so I think the second problem is caused by the circuitry in this Belkin device, i.e. it is improperly designed to handle both the charging function and the audio functions at the same time; at least this is true for my cell phone and laptop.
I called Belkin and they do have 7 days a week support so that is good. The connection to a support person was fuzzy and hard to hear. Also, the support person did not seem to be able to help me very much. She collected my information and she put me on hold and never got back for 20 minutes so I had to hang up. The best I can say is if you want this device, try to test it in the store with your cell phone and determine if it works for you. I can’t recommend this device.
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Simplify personal grooming with this Panasonic ARC 5 electric shaver. The ultra-fast motor and five-blade system make short work of facial hair by providing up to 70,000 cross-cuts per minute,. This Panasonic ARC 5 electric shaver has a built-in pop-up trimmer that makes it easy to sculpt mustaches, beards and sideburns.
Customer Rating
5
Smooth Comfortable Shave
on June 12, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
I had tried electric razors before several times. None of them worked. But this one did. The design of the head seemed too large but it is not, it is perfect. I was able to have a close comfortable shave the very first time I used this shaver. I think the design of the foil area and cutters is the reason it works so well. The shaver is easy to clean and has a sonic vibration cleaning mode. It also has a trimmer that pops up to clean up your sideburns. The manual is outstanding. It is very well written with clear illustrations. I loved this razor and I expect to give up blades now and only use this electric razor. It recharges so there is no cord in the way while you shave. I highly recommend this electric razor. Panasonic got it right.
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Record and view impressive video with this powerful security system, providing 4K Ultra HD resolution with superior definition and detail. This system also features Smart Motion Detection on all channels, so you only receive notifications that are important to you. Smart search technology allows you to quickly and easily filter motion events, saving time when reviewing footage. With convenient voice control and smart home compatibility, 4K Ultra HD resolution, and Smart Motion Detection, this security system has everything you need to start protecting what's important to you.
Customer Rating
5
Great Value for Top Notch Security
on June 11, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
This system was very easy to setup. However you do need a monitor or an HDMI port on your TV. The package includes the cameras and the recorder with 2TB, a mouse and the wiring and power supplies. Most laptops don't have HDMI-in so using a monitor or using one of your HDMI inputs on a TV will provide you the necessary display. The quickstart guide takes you through setup to create your basic setup and it's a good idea to download the Lorex Home app so you can view the cameras from your phone from anywhere (if you connect the Lorex recorder to your home router). It's not WiFi so you have to use an RJ45 cable - a short one is supplied as well as a short HDMI cable. The video is very crisp and this system has 4 cameras which you can name so it's easy to know where you are viewing.
The 60 foot cables are a bit too short but you can make do with them. You must preplan so that your recorder is in a central location and your camera cables can all reach the recorder. However, the cables have industry standard connectors for wired DVR security systems and you can find 120 foot or 200 foot cables at many local stores including Best Buy and even Home Depot. If you need to run the cables through your attic to reach your cameras, you will need the longer cables.
The cameras have many useful features like the ability to turn on a mini flood light and even make a siren sound. You can run the system without a router connection, but the ability of the system to be monitored remotely (say you are in a restaurant) is important and easy to setup, so I recommend connecting it to your home router. The software can recognize if it sees a person and you can also just take a look from anywhere and turn the flood light or siren on to scare someone away. Of course you have the ability to record what the motion-activated cameras sees, with snapshots or videos.
I’ve had battery powered systems and though the install is easier, they are not as useful because you have to schedule them only certain hours to avoid running the batteries out too quickly, and eventually say every 3 months, you need to change the batteries. With a wired system you can run the cameras all the time – so I think that is a better way to go; albeit a little more install time.
I do recommend these cameras as a must to protect your home and family. At this price for a 4K Ultra HD Security System with four 4K motion detecting cameras it is a steal. Also for more info you can download manuals for the D861 here: https://www.lorextechnology.com/site/D861A82-8DA4-E-1-p#downloadsTab
The 60 foot cables are a bit too short but you can make do with them. You must preplan so that your recorder is in a central location and your camera cables can all reach the recorder. However, the cables have industry standard connectors for wired DVR security systems and you can find 120 foot or 200 foot cables at many local stores including Best Buy and even Home Depot. If you need to run the cables through your attic to reach your cameras, you will need the longer cables.
The cameras have many useful features like the ability to turn on a mini flood light and even make a siren sound. You can run the system without a router connection, but the ability of the system to be monitored remotely (say you are in a restaurant) is important and easy to setup, so I recommend connecting it to your home router. The software can recognize if it sees a person and you can also just take a look from anywhere and turn the flood light or siren on to scare someone away. Of course you have the ability to record what the motion-activated cameras sees, with snapshots or videos.
I’ve had battery powered systems and though the install is easier, they are not as useful because you have to schedule them only certain hours to avoid running the batteries out too quickly, and eventually say every 3 months, you need to change the batteries. With a wired system you can run the cameras all the time – so I think that is a better way to go; albeit a little more install time.
I do recommend these cameras as a must to protect your home and family. At this price for a 4K Ultra HD Security System with four 4K motion detecting cameras it is a steal. Also for more info you can download manuals for the D861 here: https://www.lorextechnology.com/site/D861A82-8DA4-E-1-p#downloadsTab
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Enjoy your favorite podcasts and music on the go with these Skullcandy Indy Evo true wireless earbuds. The sweat-resistant and water-resistant design is ideal for workouts, while the Tile technology lets you track and find them when lost. These Skullcandy Indy Evo true wireless earbuds offer up to 30 hours of battery life for continuous entertainment.
Customer Rating
5
Best Fitting: Stay-Put and Comfortable
on June 11, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
Excellent quality, packaged very well so no chance of shipping damage. The sound is very nice, lots of bass for such a small device. A high point for me is that they fit so well. You do have a few choices of rubber grommets to find your best fit. They stay put and don't move even when jogging. They also are extremely comfortable and I could wear them over 30 minutes and felt no discomfort. The charge case is one of the best in terms of putting the device in and having it seat each bud easily. Too often some earbuds require some finesse to get them to seat properly in a charging case - but these are super. It is important to download the app to change to ambient mode for example since I found the tapping of the earbuds hard to learn except for volume up/down functions. The interface to pause and take calls and end calls is very user friendly. One caution is that you do need to practice a bit to tap the earbuds just right to get the desire function. I think I will get better in time so I'm blaming myself for this shortcoming. I do recommend these earbuds as having marvelous sound, great comfortable fit and a reasonable cost.
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Play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs on this Memorex portable CD player. The 60-second anti-skip protection ensures interruption-free audio, while programmable tracks let you easily recall your favorite tunes. This Memorex portable CD player features an LCD for simple frequency navigation, and the included stereo earbuds offer crisp and clear sound.
Customer Rating
2
Barely Acceptable at the Price Point
on April 18, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
Even accounting for the relatively small price this product is not very good. It is too large to carry for jogging and skips too much even with ESP set. It would be useful if you have some CD's to take for example on a picnic to listen but only once you arrive. You can plug it into a speaker - you would have to provide your own cable to connect it since it does not use Bluetooth. The earbuds that came with it arrived broken. I did attach my own earbuds and tried all the settings. the Equalizer had minor differences in sound. The electronic skip which you can turn on/off did not work very well, but without it, the unit skipped even if you gently moved it. The sound was okay and if you have old CDs to listen to, it might be worth buying but the cost for the quality is a little high I felt. A lot of laptops come today without a DVD/CD built in, so you might find this a useful product to listen to music CD/MP3's while you did email, but you could not use it to load software. It has a feature to program the order the tracks are played, but I tried to figure it out and could not - it is not intuitive, and I don't see much use since you do have the ability move to the next track with one tap. I would only recommend this product if you have a specific situation that fits the type of use I touched on above.
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G513 is a high performance RGB mechanical gaming keyboard that features advanced technologies in a modern and sleek design. G513 includes full spectrum ~16.8M color RGB per key lighting with LIGHTSYNC technology, choice of mechanical switches, and a memory foam palmrest to deliver utmost comfort. G513 is the perfect blend of performance, advanced technologies and features, and unparalleled build quality and comfort.
Customer Rating
5
NIce Tactile and Audible Feedback
on January 26, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
The G513 wired keyboard is more solid than any I have used so far. The keyboard has the new GX Blue Mechanical Switches which are extremely smooth, just the right feel and click to give feedback for both sense of touch and sound. The keyboard is beautiful with that solid plate feel and rubber feet to keep it in place even with more frenzied movements in a game. It is also nice to use for every-day tasks like just creating documents.
I’m not a fan of the two USB cable connections from your keyboard to the computer. I realize you can then plug your mouse into the port on the keyboard for example but you just used 2 ports on the computer anyway. So why not just plug the mouse into the computer. There is no performance advantage to having the mouse plug into the keyboard. Using the USB keyboard port for a headphone causes the wire to go across the keyboard so I’d say leave this feature off unless you could design one keyboard cable to USB port connection. The best use of this USB port on the keyboard is for device charging and it does have full power pass-through.
The GHUB software is great, macros are easy and customizing lighting is easy. The programmers put a lot of thought into a very nice GUI interface and all this means the programming underneath is strong and doing its job nicely.
I saw the camera port on the middle of the back of the keyboard and it must be for demo use or a future option.
You can change keycaps if you wish. This keyboard at the price point is a steal I think. I found that the key spacing is perfect and also the complete accountant key set is nice to have. I do highly recommend this keyboard. You also get the best I’ve ever felt palmrest with memory foam – wow. This keyboard certainly has wonderful and functional design points and I didn’t find any gaming problems.
I’m not a fan of the two USB cable connections from your keyboard to the computer. I realize you can then plug your mouse into the port on the keyboard for example but you just used 2 ports on the computer anyway. So why not just plug the mouse into the computer. There is no performance advantage to having the mouse plug into the keyboard. Using the USB keyboard port for a headphone causes the wire to go across the keyboard so I’d say leave this feature off unless you could design one keyboard cable to USB port connection. The best use of this USB port on the keyboard is for device charging and it does have full power pass-through.
The GHUB software is great, macros are easy and customizing lighting is easy. The programmers put a lot of thought into a very nice GUI interface and all this means the programming underneath is strong and doing its job nicely.
I saw the camera port on the middle of the back of the keyboard and it must be for demo use or a future option.
You can change keycaps if you wish. This keyboard at the price point is a steal I think. I found that the key spacing is perfect and also the complete accountant key set is nice to have. I do highly recommend this keyboard. You also get the best I’ve ever felt palmrest with memory foam – wow. This keyboard certainly has wonderful and functional design points and I didn’t find any gaming problems.
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Make your moves with this Corsair Scimitar RGB Elite gaming mouse. With the 17 programmable buttons and a repositionable Key Slider system, this mouse offers comfort and function for longer gameplay. An 18,000 dpi sensor delivers pinpoint accuracy. This Corsair Scimitar RGB Elite gaming mouse is built for durability with a braided cord and sturdy scroll wheel.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Fit, Finish and Function
on January 15, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
What an absolutely superb shape this mouse has. My hand draped over it perfectly and the feel of the mouse is neither greasy nor sticky i.e. a very nice satiny finish. You do need to download the iCue Software and ensure you have the latest version. The website is super easy to use.
There are many nice lighting effects and it does match other Corsair products if you like to have keyboard and headsets with similar lighting designs. I felt the ability to make the lighting also dimmer or brighter was very useful and I like dimmer.
This mouse does have a 12 button keypad on the right side for your thumb. They are not too small to hit individually so that was great, I’m amazed they could get so many buttons in a small area yet still make it useable. I did take advantage of the ability to slide the 12 button keypad forward or backward to match your thumb size. You need to loosen a screw on the bottom of the mouse and they provide the small hex key tool to loosen it. Beware that the tool is stuck inside the rolled up cord for the mouse and at first I missed it. When done it does lock solid in the position you set.
You can adjust many settings using the iCue software for surface calibration, LOD, and even angle-snapping if you want to play around with that. Bottom line is it is a very sophisticated mouse.
You can set macros for any of the 12 keypad buttons as well as all the other buttons except 'left click'. It is a simple process using the iCue software, very well thought out. I like it when strong programming goes into the functionality so that the user interface is easier and this iCue software does the trick.
I do recommend this mouse as it feels so nice in your hand, has plenty of customization and plays very precisely. What a great little mouse.
There are many nice lighting effects and it does match other Corsair products if you like to have keyboard and headsets with similar lighting designs. I felt the ability to make the lighting also dimmer or brighter was very useful and I like dimmer.
This mouse does have a 12 button keypad on the right side for your thumb. They are not too small to hit individually so that was great, I’m amazed they could get so many buttons in a small area yet still make it useable. I did take advantage of the ability to slide the 12 button keypad forward or backward to match your thumb size. You need to loosen a screw on the bottom of the mouse and they provide the small hex key tool to loosen it. Beware that the tool is stuck inside the rolled up cord for the mouse and at first I missed it. When done it does lock solid in the position you set.
You can adjust many settings using the iCue software for surface calibration, LOD, and even angle-snapping if you want to play around with that. Bottom line is it is a very sophisticated mouse.
You can set macros for any of the 12 keypad buttons as well as all the other buttons except 'left click'. It is a simple process using the iCue software, very well thought out. I like it when strong programming goes into the functionality so that the user interface is easier and this iCue software does the trick.
I do recommend this mouse as it feels so nice in your hand, has plenty of customization and plays very precisely. What a great little mouse.
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Own your space with Logitech Pebble M350 – a modern, slim, and silent portable mouse designed for your curated lifestyle. Make a statement with a slim mouse that can easily be scooped up and brought to the cafe or library. Silent clicking and scrolling means you can stay focused without disturbing those around you. And the Logitech Pebble stays powered for up to 18-months on a single AA battery so you don’t have to worry about losing power.
Customer Rating
5
Quiet, Smooth and Quality Feel
on December 6, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
The Pebble mouse is a ‘horse of another color’ in terms of overall feel and also has a smooth-quiet feedback from the left and right mouse buttons. I loved the little bugger not so much for an everyday mouse, but for a nice change of pace and also for travel. The clicks are intentionally very low volume and this is a useful feature especially on an airplane when you don’t want to disturb your neighbors.
It is smaller and does fit under your hand which some may find not as comfortable as a “full size” mouse.
I must say for me that a larger mouse does let your hand drape over it with more comfort. Having said the above, I found that when traveling this mouse is ideal. I do not like touchpads so to have a mouse that fits in a small travel bag and is wireless provides me with a great option at a very small price for a solid and Bluetooth mouse. It does come with a USB dongle but I preferred the Bluetooth connection and it paired easily.
I do recommend this mouse for those with smaller hands, want a little change of pace and definitely for those who travel a lot and prefer a mouse to a touchpad.
It is smaller and does fit under your hand which some may find not as comfortable as a “full size” mouse.
I must say for me that a larger mouse does let your hand drape over it with more comfort. Having said the above, I found that when traveling this mouse is ideal. I do not like touchpads so to have a mouse that fits in a small travel bag and is wireless provides me with a great option at a very small price for a solid and Bluetooth mouse. It does come with a USB dongle but I preferred the Bluetooth connection and it paired easily.
I do recommend this mouse for those with smaller hands, want a little change of pace and definitely for those who travel a lot and prefer a mouse to a touchpad.
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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
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.
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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.
Overall2 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.
Overall1 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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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. Should I go to best buy or hp?
I don't think HP provides a VGA cable with this unit, only the HDMI cable. You will have to purchase one. Of course an old VGA cable will work fine. If you can switch to HDMI it is much better and of course VGA is being phased out.
5 years, 10 months ago
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RalphHenry
Strengthen your phone’s 4G reception while you’re on the road with the weboost Drive Sleek cradle signal booster. Its powerful outside antenna detects an accessible 4G/LTE or 3G signal and transmits it to the booster unit for enhanced data reception. This versatile weboost Drive Sleek cradle signal booster is compatible with all US and Canadian network providers.
Will my Note 8 work with this
It says on the box that Galaxy Note 8 is compatible, but Google your phone to be sure.
6 years ago
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RalphHenry
Strengthen your phone’s 4G reception while you’re on the road with the weboost Drive Sleek cradle signal booster. Its powerful outside antenna detects an accessible 4G/LTE or 3G signal and transmits it to the booster unit for enhanced data reception. This versatile weboost Drive Sleek cradle signal booster is compatible with all US and Canadian network providers.
Is this booster compatible with Verizon?
I don't think it is a question of carrier but rather the model of your cell phone. You can google to see if your phone is compatible. Also look on the box for those few iPhones and Samsung phones listed.
6 years ago
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RalphHenry
Strengthen your phone’s 4G reception while you’re on the road with the weboost Drive Sleek cradle signal booster. Its powerful outside antenna detects an accessible 4G/LTE or 3G signal and transmits it to the booster unit for enhanced data reception. This versatile weboost Drive Sleek cradle signal booster is compatible with all US and Canadian network providers.
will it work to my phone blackberry classic? i plan to use it not in the car, is it ok to supply the power cable with other supply of 12VDC?
You better go here and look for your Classic model and see if it will work. https://help.blackberry.com/en/blackberry-classic/10.3.1/help/amc1415722640609.html
6 years ago
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RalphHenry
Samsung 3 Chromebook: Get compact power with this Samsung Chromebook laptop. Its 11.6-inch HD display provides clear graphics with anti-reflective technology, and its 4GB of RAM and Intel Celeron processor keep multitasking operations moving smoothly. This Samsung Chromebook laptop includes a 720-pixel camera and a 32GB flash drive to store documents, photos and programs.
Can I add outlook to Samsung - 11.6" Chromebook - Intel Celeron - 4GB Memory - 32GB eMMC Flash Memory - Metallic Black
Yes, go here to see how: https://support.office.com/en-us/article/how-to-install-and-run-microsoft-office-on-a-chromebook-32f14a23-2c1a-4579-b973-d4b1d78561ad
6 years, 2 months ago
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RalphHenry
Take your music anywhere with this portable Sony wireless speaker. Lightweight and water-resistant, it has a 16-hour battery life, making it perfect for on-the-go listening all day. This Sony wireless speaker has Bluetooth connectivity with NFC One-touch, and it can also link to a second speaker for stereo sound.
We have a 2007 Insignia Flat Screen TV. How do we know if it is Bluetooth compatible? We have Xfinity as our cable provider.
In 2007 it is probably not Bluetooth. It won't have anything to do with your cable provider. To see if the TV happens to be Bluetooth compatible I would try this. Select Menu or Settings. Look for something like 'Add Accessory' or pair with Bluetooth Device.. You might also look for Audio settings but that is less likely. Now your TV probably does have an Audio Out Jack of the 3.5mm variety. The speaker also has a little Audio In jack. You would need a cable like this one https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-6-3-5mm-mini-audio-cable-black/4370001.p?skuId=4370001 from Best Buy. Simply plug in to both the TV and speaker and you are good to go. Now if you don't have the 3.5mm jack on your TV you probably have Audio Out on RCA jacks, in that case get this cable to connect: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-6-3-5mm-mini-to-rca-stereo-audio-cable-black/4408001.p?skuId=4408001
6 years, 3 months ago
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RalphHenry
Ensure safe listening with these Insignia kids' headphones. Children can listen to high-quality audio through the 40mm drivers without damaging their hearing; the headphones' built-in volume-limiting function keeps the decibel level low to protect small ears. These Insignia kids' headphones have a share port that enables the connection of a second pair of headphones.
Is it has a microphone
Nest Doorbell (Wired) lets you know who’s there, so you never miss a thing. It replaces your existing wired doorbell and delivers HD video and bright, crisp images, even at night. It’s designed to show you everything at your doorstep — people head to toe or packages on the ground. And with 24/7 streaming, you can check in anytime. Or go back and look at a 3-hour snapshot history to see what happened.*
Will Google Hello do a better job in regards to lag (delay) and motion detection? I had another video doorbell (rhimes with Ding) which could not adequately connect to the wifi, terrable lag, poor motion detection (false alarms and missed live ones).
Delay is a second or so on the NEST HELLO. I know because as I tested it, I could hear my wife talk inside and then hear her voice outside; and vice-versa. So it is not what I'd consider a problem.
6 years, 3 months ago
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RalphHenry
Nest Doorbell (Wired) lets you know who’s there, so you never miss a thing. It replaces your existing wired doorbell and delivers HD video and bright, crisp images, even at night. It’s designed to show you everything at your doorstep — people head to toe or packages on the ground. And with 24/7 streaming, you can check in anytime. Or go back and look at a 3-hour snapshot history to see what happened.*
What are the dimensions And is there a charge
There is a charge to keep NEST AWARE functions, $10 or so per month. But you do not need it to see and hear and talk to people at the door.
6 years, 3 months ago
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RalphHenry
Only at Best Buy Defend your home from intruders with this SimpliSafe security system. Its wireless design provides reliable, multilayer protection and avoids interruptions from cut phone lines and power outages, and it connects to an app for remote operation. This SimpliSafe security system is easy to install and customizable to homes of any size for flexible use.