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- First reviewMay 28, 2015
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Let Yale welcome you home with it’s very first retrofit biometric smart lock: the Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi + Keypad. This discreet, interior-only lock installs over your existing deadbolt and lets you keep your keys, while the keypad can be placed anywhere within Bluetooth(R) range- so you're effortlessly enhancing your door without changing a thing about it. Thanks to the biometric keypad, enjoy an extra layer of convenience and security and enter your home with just a simple touch of your finger. With multiple ways to lock your door- including Auto-Lock with Doorsense and One-Touch Locking, and the ability to easily track who comes and goes using the Yale Access App, rest easy knowing your home is secure at all times.
Customer Rating
5
Strong and Beautiful Lock with Easy Install
on July 23, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
First of all, this is a beautiful door lock and keypad. It is very well made in addition to its gorgeous physical design. Its functional design also provides for an intuitive install (both physical and programming) and a simple operation. Yes, I was blown away, a tip of the cap to the engineers who designed this lock.
The lock does not require a new key since the installation utilizes your existing lock mechanism. The included instruction guide will help you with the lock setup in 4 main steps: the app download, the lock install, the bridge install, and the keypad install. The app is fantastic in guiding you through the details of each step. You will only need a screwdriver to do everything.
I did have a Yale electronic lock previously which I forgot about. However the app knew and alerted me to simply sign in to my existing account instead of creating a new account – nice; although I did still have the option of creating a new account. That other lock is about 4 years old and is still going strong.
I actually made a mistake in scanning the Bridge QR code before proceeding to scan the lock code. The app simply directed me to basically retrace my steps and start the 4 steps again as listed in the small ‘Get Started Guide’. I was impressed with the foresight the designers built into their install process to catch my error and make it harmless – another tip of the cap. I should note that there are included ‘adapters’ to ensure this lock will match different manufacturers; my existing lock was a Kwikset. I have installed several other brands of electronic locks and this one was by far my favorite.
In about 20 minutes, not counting my mistake, the lock was up and functional. Now I can check and change the lock status from anywhere. This is one attractive lock that is easy to install and simple to use. It even works with 'SmartThings (which I have). I highly recommend this lock.
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The K30 is a fun, children's drone based featuring a bionic design that combines beauty and protection with customizable and colorful lighting. The aircraft is equipped with a 720P camera, which can record the flight from a first-person perspective. The downward vision sensor makes the flight more stable.
Customer Rating
5
Easy to Use and Well Made Entry Level Drone
on July 15, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
This drone is an entry level device at an entry level price. It does allow you to learn the basics of operating a drone that has a camera (720P) and utilizes your cell phone to watch live or recorded videos.
The quick start guide is well written and is enough to permit you to do a test flight in a matter of minutes. The user guide has more details and I’d recommend reading it to understand all the features of this drone. With very little practice you can do loops and landings without any crashes. The guide also will help you to understand the procedures to start up, fly and land the drone. The steps to get the drone paired with the controller and also connected wirelessly to your cell phone are very straightforward and worked every time. When you crash, be sure you reset the drone so it will work correctly, but this process is very easy and quick.
It is a toy and is very light; as such it does get buffeted by the wind, but with practice you can learn to control it. I’d also recommend using the ‘headless’ mode which allows you to make turns using the control pad without knowing where the front of the drone is pointing. You can graduate to remove this mode once you are more skillful.
You get some spare parts such as 4 extra propellers, however I did find this little drone to be well made and several crashes did not damage it. You do get two drone batteries which is nice, and the control pad uses 3 AAA batteries not included. You can take videos and snapshots and view them on your cell phone, but be sure you connect the wireless on your cell to the drone, not to your home wireless.
It does give you a kick when you master some maneuvers with this little drone and take some photos & videos. It makes the perfect gift for a youngster to learn about flying drones. I would highly recommend this affordable entry point level drone.
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Heat food quickly and efficiently with this Insignia NS-MW7BK5 .7 Cu. Ft. Compact Countertop Microwave. Nine preset functions take the guesswork out of cooking common foods like popcorn and baked potatoes, and a .7 cu. ft. interior provides room for meals without taking up too much space. A 10-in (25.4 cm) glass turntable works to evenly distribute heat while 700 watts and 11 power levels let you cook or reheat meat, vegetables and more. This microwave has an integrated child lock for safety and a bright LED display that lets you operate the device in low-light conditions. Finally, a classic black finish looks elegant in any kitchen. Enjoy delicious meals while conserving kitchen space with this compact Insignia microwave.
Customer Rating
5
Remarkable Technology in Compact Microwave
on June 30, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
This microwave is very well designed. It is very solid sitting on my counter because of its oversized rubber feet. It is heavier than I expected (23 pounds) due to the sturdy transformer and large magnet needed for the powerful magnetron that is utilized in this compact unit.
I also did very much like the secure latch that is used. When you grab the door handle you lift up one finger to release the door. I immediately preferred this design over the push button openers on many other microwaves.
You will need to read the instructions to get the best use of the many features of this unit. Although the operations are intuitive, you can benefit from utilizing the built in operations that will make it a snap to do timer cooking or simply use the one touch features to defrost or set incremental cooking times. The handy manual is very well written with illustrations that make learning all the features very easy.
Although this unit is just 700 watts it heated everything from a danish pastry to boiling water for tea/coffee very nicely.
I do have a built-in microwave, however I keep this little wonder on the counter and end up using it for smaller reheats for example. It does have a generous-sized 10-inch turntable. I often end up using both units at the same time. Tip of my cap to the design engineers for a smart and useful addition to my kitchen. I highly recommend this nicely priced and very functional microwave.
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The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 wireless multiplatform gaming headset for Windows PCs, PS5 & PS4, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck and mobile is refreshed and powered up for a third generation of gaming domination. With a history atop the wireless console headset charts, the Stealth 600 enters its 3rd Generation with a model designed exclusively for PC gamers. Experience low-latency wireless connectivity on PC & PlayStation consoles, plus built-in Bluetooth lets you connect directly to mobile devices. Plus, switching between 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth connections is made easy using the QuickSwitch button located conveniently on the headset. And only for the PC model, Waves 3D Audio lets you fine tune every aspect of your audio for complete immersion on your favorite titles. Be unstoppable with a best-in-class, 80-hour battery life featuring quick charge so you can get back in the game right away. Completely redesigned for the third generation of the Stealth 600, the all-new uni-directional, flip-to-mute microphone features A.I. noise reduction to ensure ultra-clear mic quality with the quietest background possible. Using the Swarm II desktop software for PC, or mobile app for iOS & Android devices, you can turn on/off the A.I. mic noise reduction, adjust noise gate, sensitivity, monitoring levels, and choose from four different mic presets, or even make your own with a custom 10-band microphone EQ. Clear comms are nothing if you can’t hear every vital game detail, so the Stealth 600 is packed with the legendary 50mm Nanoclear drivers for precise, detailed spatial audio quality. Plus, with Waves 3D Audio, a feature exclusively available in PC mode, you can customize your audio even further, for perfectly dialed-in audio immersion. And with the Swarm II app, you can cycle through four audio EQ presets, create up to five custom presets with a 10-band EQ, adjust game & chat volume mix, plus activate, or adjust Turtle Beach exclusive Advanced Superhuman Hearing sound setting. Play for hours in total comfort with a pressure-relieving, ultra-comfortable design. Memory foam ear cushions wrapped in athletic-weave fabric keep your ears cool and cozy over extended game sessions. Plus, the cushions feature ProSpecs glasses relief technology, so whether you wear gaming or prescription glasses, you’ll enjoy the same great comfort. For added customization, you can remap the secondary wheel & mode button on the headset to distinct functions to better suit your gameplay. And the Stealth 600 is built for long-lasting, comfortable use with an adjustable, lay-flat design.
Customer Rating
5
Innovative Superhuman Hearing & Comfortable
on June 18, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
This Turtle Beach Stealth 600 set of headphones is a third generation product so my expectations were high. My initial observations were that this headphone was very well made, great sound and very soft earpads. The material for the earpads was breathable. I tried this unit for a couple hours with my old glasses which have a very large frame, but even with the larger frame the earpads did not cause discomfort over my ears.
I was disappointed in the Quick Start Guide because it had very poor quality print and on top of that the text was so small that even with a magnifying glass it was impossible to read. I did however find the Quick Start Guide on the Turtle Beach website and that version was legible. I ended up configuring the headphones without much benefit from the Quick Start Guide because it is also poorly written; but the process was intuitive. I would suggest the guide be more clearly constructed to show precise steps to configure and use the headphones; including the firmware update process (which I did perform, as it is required).
Once configured I found the headphones to be excellent, so I’m not taking a star off for the poor documentation. The controls are logically laid out and innovative. I very much liked the one button push of the Power button to switch between human and superhuman hearing. This feature is tremendous and helps considerably to allow me to perform better with fast paced gaming. Superhuman hearing does indeed allow you to hear things like footsteps or heavy breathing, anything that can get lost in the cacophony of sounds that are playing while you try to fight off invaders or monsters. You can actually hear where the sounds are coming from and both your eyes and ears will respond to the audio clues and begin to automatically scan based on these subtle audible clues. The one button switch back to human hearing mode is a great idea; tip of my cap to the Turtle Beach engineers.
I liked the mic monitoring spin wheel adjacent to the spin wheel for volume. The lift boom mute for the mic worked perfectly. Also the Mode button will pick your equalization setting. The app on the PC is called Swarm II. This app has plenty of customization controls including equalization profiles.
You have a choice of with 2.4GHz Wireless and Bluetooth 5.2 on PC. Be sure to insert the included dongle in a USB port. The 80 hour battery is also a great spec. Overall at the nice price-point that Turtle Beach offers, this headset is an outstanding value especially in terms of soft comfort for the ears, and superhuman hearing. I would highly recommend this headset.
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The versatile and powerful ASUS Vivobook Pro OLED is designed for those who want to do more, ignite creativity, or game. The Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, paired with NVIDIA RTX3050 graphics, deliver outstanding multitasking and creative power. Backed with advanced thermal technology, the laptop is primed to deliver maximum, sustainable performance. ASUS DialPad, an intuitive physical controller, gives you instant and precise fingertip control over creative, productivity, and entertainment apps. The NanoEdge OLED display with Dolby Vision comes with a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 gamut, and is PANTONE Validated for its accurate color. The Harman Kardon-certified quad-speaker Dolby Atmos audio system adds to the cinematic experience with ultra-realistic multi-dimensional sound.
Customer Rating
5
Strong Specs Plus OLED Display at Affordable Price
on June 16, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
This is a terrific gaming laptop or for your go to laptop for any applicaitons. The first thing you notice is the very well thought-out physical design. One very important feature is the design of the rubber feet on the bottom. This design makes this laptop extremely stable on the desk or table and is often overlooked in other gaming laptop brands. Next I appreciated the slim design of the perimeter around the screen. I also found the touchpad the best I have ever tried, although I do use my favorite mouse for fast paced gaming scenarios. The position of the power cord is also ideal on the upper right side. The slide to block the camera is also a feature that I use often, no more need to have a piece of tape handy. I did note that per instructions I needed to charge the unit for about 3 hours for the first time. When I powered-on out of the box, the screen was blank but the fan was running. So you do need to follow the instructions on this first time setup to fully charge the battery.
The specifications are top notch especially at the price-point that ASUS offers for this machine. Plenty of RAM, the 6GB cache for the nice RTX3050 video card and the powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 with 14 cores – yeah! The audio is superb via the Harmon Kardon Dolby Atmos technology – nice of the engineers to put this in and a tip of my cap for that design point. I loved just playing Youtube music videos which I often rely on for some relaxation.
The touchpad is unique in that the two small concentric circles in the upper left are designed to facilitate using certain multimedia type apps; for example, selecting brush style choices, color choices and similar parameters. These touchpad circles also are useful for other controls of the cursor at any time. I thought this design was very useful as well as innovative. Tip of my cap to the ASUS engineers. Note that some very high end laptops include this capability via a physical knob, I found the ASUS design to be superior.
Okay, last but not least. The wonderful, bright and colorful OLED display is fantastic. The colors are vibrant but what I noticed (with my glasses on) was the sharpness of the display. Now I am spoiled as I need to ensure I have OLED displays on all my laptops, monitors and TV’s. The OLED technology does come with a price, but based on my observations including several comparisons of color-test generator runs, the OLED is definitely worth it especially for gaming and really for any applications. Thanks to the ASUS engineers again. I would highly recommend this device for your primary laptop.
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Our latest premium video doorbell offers enhanced security and convenience. Choose between up to 8 months of battery operation or continuous hardwired monitoring. Enjoy more than crystal-clear 2K 5MP resolution live view, a super-wide 180 degree angle view, full-color night vision, two-way audio, and filter person, package, vehicle, and pet detections.
Customer Rating
5
Latest Technology in Solid Smart Doorbell
on June 12, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Tapo D25 is a next generation product for smart doorbell cameras. You need to download the Tapo app and then the process to install and configure this device becomes extremely easy using the app. The ‘Quick Start Guide’ is the first place to start. It is well written. You do have to decide if you want a battery powered or a hardwired installation. I do suggest that the process to remove the mounting back plate to expose the switches, charging port and micro SD slot be put ahead of all the other various directions in the ‘Quick Start Guide’ since the first thing you need to see is how to remove the device from the back plate.
The app will guide you through the steps needed to connect your WiFi to the doorbell camera and to connect the chime to the doorbell. It is a good idea to keep the guide handy as it has some excellent diagrams of things like resetting the device and the location of the microphone and speaker for example.
Two wedges are included (slant up/down or left/right) to help position the angle of the camera, if necessary to use. I chose to use the device powered by the 8 month battery instead of hardwired so that I could keep my existing doorbell button. I also chose to attach the base plate using the included screws instead of the included adhesive pad; but this is a choice the user can make. I felt the screw attachment was more secure. The device does have the ability to alert you when the camera is removed from the base plate – nice feature and a tip of the cap to the engineers who designed the device. You can add more chimes if you want to ensure more coverage of the doorbell ring such as in the garage for example.
I found this smart doorbell to be one of the most complete as to desirable features which include color night vision, two way audio, 180 degree wide angle, and even more smart features. It was well designed regarding ease of setup, functionality and in physical structure. I would highly recommend this great smart camera doorbell.
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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 with 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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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.
Overall
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.
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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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.
6 years, 1 month 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, 3 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.
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, 3 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 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, 3 months 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, 4 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, 6 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, 6 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, 6 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.