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Revolutionize cooking with the Bella Pro Series 4.2-qt. Analog Air Fryer. The High Performance Circular Heat Technology and the powerful 1500-watt heating system delivers fast, crispy, and evenly cooked food every time. Time saving appliance with up to 50% faster preheat than a conventional oven. Large 3.6-lb. food capacity for your favorite foods, including; fried chicken, roasted salmon, French fries, kale chips, and homemade guilt free donuts. Adjustable temperature from 175°F to 400°F and integrated 60-minute auto shutoff timer with audible tone and indicator lights. The matte black finish adds style to any kitchen. Easy clean up with a dishwasher-safe, PFOA-free non-stick pan and crisping tray.
Customer Rating
5
Quick and Tastier Food
on October 10, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This device works wonders. It keeps the great taste of frying but in about half the time. It has easy cleanup because of the design and the non-stick coating. The size is smaller so 2-3 people would be the capacity. You can get 4 smaller burgers in or 8 hot dogs. I tried link sausage, asparagus, burgers, sausage patties, frozen hash browns and quite a few other items; all came out very tasty. I rarely fry on the stove top since another feature is that once inside this cooker, you don’t have to worry about grease spattering on your stove top or on your clothes and countertop – that’s a very nice side effect. One other good thing I have found about having an air-fryer is that I use the air-fryer to cook my main course and the microwave is now free for me to use to heat up gravy, soup or canned vegetables etc.; at the same time.
Cleanup is a breeze, I put the holder/pan and the ‘crisping tray’ in the sink add a little dish soap, fill about 2 inches and let it sit for a couple minutes; then just rinse off. The non-stick is a very nice surface which sheds food easily.
I do have an earlier version of this Bella brand air-fryer. I have to say the manufacturer made some great improvements. My older model worked fine for a couple years now and still works great. However, here’s what I saw as improvements. The holder/pan was redesigned with a better non-stick coating and also the sides go straight down versus the old model where there was a bump-in to form a ledge for the crisper tray. The new crisper tray has ‘feet’ which hold it off the bottom. This change may seem minor but it makes cleaning easier and the tray goes in more smoothly. The dials for time and temperature were moved on top versus one was on the front before and it is easier to see both dials now.
I use this air-fryer at least once a day. I’m loving my new cooker and highly recommend it.
Cleanup is a breeze, I put the holder/pan and the ‘crisping tray’ in the sink add a little dish soap, fill about 2 inches and let it sit for a couple minutes; then just rinse off. The non-stick is a very nice surface which sheds food easily.
I do have an earlier version of this Bella brand air-fryer. I have to say the manufacturer made some great improvements. My older model worked fine for a couple years now and still works great. However, here’s what I saw as improvements. The holder/pan was redesigned with a better non-stick coating and also the sides go straight down versus the old model where there was a bump-in to form a ledge for the crisper tray. The new crisper tray has ‘feet’ which hold it off the bottom. This change may seem minor but it makes cleaning easier and the tray goes in more smoothly. The dials for time and temperature were moved on top versus one was on the front before and it is easier to see both dials now.
I use this air-fryer at least once a day. I’m loving my new cooker and highly recommend it.
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Offering the ultimate true-wireless experience for any fitness-loving audiophile, JLab Epic Air Sport ANC offers customized sound and active noise canceling plus industry-leading 70+ hours playtime. Transition from gym to calls, work to a run effortlessly with features like wear-detect, movie mode, wireless charging and more.
Customer Rating
5
Very Comfortable Over the Ear Type
on September 27, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
These sport type earbuds have the over the ear design which fit nicely and did not hurt my head while jogging. I also wear glasses so I have found other earbuds with over the ear hooks were painful, but JLAB got it right.
Pairing was simple and quick whether with TV, laptop or cell phone. Sound was excellent, not muffled and had nice bass notes. These buds have a “movie mode” so that dialog matches up with what you see. This feature I had not seen before and it worked!
Phone controls were also well designed for ease of use. You can control these and more functions from the cell phone app (Jlab Air ANC app), so I would recommend installing it.
Several sets of ear foam are provided. The charging case was really one of the best I’ve ever seen, very easy to remove and return the buds to the case.
These earbuds overall are great and I do recommend them.
Pairing was simple and quick whether with TV, laptop or cell phone. Sound was excellent, not muffled and had nice bass notes. These buds have a “movie mode” so that dialog matches up with what you see. This feature I had not seen before and it worked!
Phone controls were also well designed for ease of use. You can control these and more functions from the cell phone app (Jlab Air ANC app), so I would recommend installing it.
Several sets of ear foam are provided. The charging case was really one of the best I’ve ever seen, very easy to remove and return the buds to the case.
These earbuds overall are great and I do recommend them.
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Calls. Conferences. ON-the-GO. Air never looked so epic. Offering the ultimate true-wireless experience for any professional or audiophile, JLab Epic Air ANC offers customized sound and active noise canceling plus industry-leading 48+ hours playtime. Transition from music to calls, work to home effortlessly with features like wear-detect, movie mode, wireless charging and more.
Customer Rating
5
Effective Noise Cancelling
on September 18, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
Excellent ear buds with all the needed features. Bluetooth pairing was immediate and easily accomplished. The fit and finish is beautiful. The case charges the buds and allows wireless or wired charging. The quick start guide was precise in words and figures.
I paired to cell and also to laptop. Worked flawlessly either way. The control functions are very well thought out; none of the weird crazy extensive tapping of some buds. I did notice that sometimes the noise cancelling feature was required to reduce some small amount of buzzing – but it was easy to turn on and completely eliminated the noise. I suspect this is not due to the ear buds, but rather just my immediate environment. The good news is the feature is there and works great. You can and should download the Jlab Air ANC app as it provides additional options including setting equalizer. You will probably have to update the firmware when you first open the app. The buds worked perfectly taking cell calls.
Several sets of ear foam are provided. I found the correct one for me and it was very comfortable to listen for over an hour. The ear buds secured very nicely in the ear. I noted that for normal exercising they are fine; for example just a treadmill. For running and jumping I felt an over the ear attachment would be better. If the over the ear bud types make your ears a little sore, I could recommend these ear buds and just use a little larger foam to ensure they stay put for more active exercising.
These earbuds overall are first-rate and I do recommend them.
I paired to cell and also to laptop. Worked flawlessly either way. The control functions are very well thought out; none of the weird crazy extensive tapping of some buds. I did notice that sometimes the noise cancelling feature was required to reduce some small amount of buzzing – but it was easy to turn on and completely eliminated the noise. I suspect this is not due to the ear buds, but rather just my immediate environment. The good news is the feature is there and works great. You can and should download the Jlab Air ANC app as it provides additional options including setting equalizer. You will probably have to update the firmware when you first open the app. The buds worked perfectly taking cell calls.
Several sets of ear foam are provided. I found the correct one for me and it was very comfortable to listen for over an hour. The ear buds secured very nicely in the ear. I noted that for normal exercising they are fine; for example just a treadmill. For running and jumping I felt an over the ear attachment would be better. If the over the ear bud types make your ears a little sore, I could recommend these ear buds and just use a little larger foam to ensure they stay put for more active exercising.
These earbuds overall are first-rate and I do recommend them.
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Pressure cook, slow cook, sear, sauté, boil, simmer, and steam with the Crock-Pot Express Easy Release. The Easy Release Multi-Cooker lets you pressure cook foods up to 70% faster than a conventional oven but also lets you drop in your favorite ingredients for a delectable slow-cooked meal. It features 3 innovative functions that will take your cooking to the next level. Manual Pressure lets you customize recipes by setting any cook time plus high or low pressure. Simmer Function cooks gently and slowly and helps thicken sauces, and Boil allows you to create more one-pot dishes, such as pasta, poached eggs, and more. When used as a pressure cooker, it features a front steam release dial to keep your hand safe and away from the hot steam being released. The nonstick cooking pot removes for easy cleanup and 6-quart capacity can serve over 7 people, perfect for family meals or large gatherings. The Crock-Pot Express also includes a recipe book, steaming rack, and spoon.
Customer Rating
5
Innovative and Works Beautifully
on September 16, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
I've got high praise for this product. It is a slow cooker and a pressure cooker. It really is an appliance every kitchen should have. The controls are intuitive and the device is built very well. It uses a non-stick coated metal 'crock' instead of a ceramic crock which is easier to move around for sure. Here's the bottom line it cuts cooking time dramatically and the results are fantastic. A good example was cooking short ribs. I followed the directions in the included recipe book. Ribs, onions, garlic, BBQ sauce and some chicken stock basically. Toss these in the pot, cook for 40 minutes under pressure and the ribs had fallen off the bone and tasted delicious. I had actually planned to recook them under the slow cooker setting for an hour or two extra and ensure they were tender. Tasted one rib part and knew they were already perfect after just 40 minutes. You can cook so many things using this cooker, it is the tops. It comes with a manual and a nice recipe booklet. I highly recommend it and am sure I'll be using it a lot. Yummy.
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You can make everything fresh and delicious with the Oster Pro® 1200 Plus' versatility and performance. The powerful motor starts up with 1200 watts of power that consistently crushes ice, pulverizes greens and turns frozen fruit into a smooth sorbet. Seven speeds including 3 pre-programmed Smart Settings™ take the guess work out of blending and food prep, providing simple one-touch controls for salsas, milkshakes and smoothies at the touch of a button. Featuring a 50% larger blade system (compared to previous Oster® blender models) and patented Dual Direction Blade Technology™ that blends in forward and reverse motion, optimizing blade power and allowing ingredients to move down into the jar for faster, easier blending. 24 ounce Blend-N-Go® cup included to take nutritious smoothies on the go.
Customer Rating
5
Powerful and Well Designed
on September 16, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
This is a nice blender which is very powerful at the price point. It has a beautiful glass carafe and also comes with a plastic smaller jar with lid that can be used to take your smoothie with you for example and fits in the car’s cupholders. It has a simple and very user friendly array of functions. Its little brain is programmed to optimize what you are blending. An example is that it will blend at high power and then stop to let the fruits fall down into the blades; then start up again and keep cycling this way on some settings. You can also put it on high and whip up a nice milkshake that is very aerated so it tastes great. The blade design is very clever with the two metal ‘Dual Direction’ blades working to mix really well. I pulverized about 10 ice cubes in seconds into sno-cone ice – remember when you crush ice always use the pulse setting to ensure optimal use of a blender.
The directions for putting the carafe in place are about as mysterious as I’ve ever seen. There seems to be no rhyme or reason for this statement that you are instructed to follow: “Make sure the tab of the jar on the left side is in the back of the tab of the blender base and the tab of the jar on the right side is in front of the tab on the blender base”. I eventually saw what they tried to mean, however this blender and carafe do not lock together. The carafe just sits into the position, there is no need to line up tabs unless they mean the holes the tabs fit in on the base – it just goes straight up and down. I think this carafe apparently fits other Oster units which would use those tabs on the carafe to lock the carafe into the base. Also there is a puzzling spring loaded ‘finger’ on the blade unit that seems to have no purpose either.
Because of the beautiful glass carafe, the well designed blade and the super 1200 watt power I do recommend this blender.
The directions for putting the carafe in place are about as mysterious as I’ve ever seen. There seems to be no rhyme or reason for this statement that you are instructed to follow: “Make sure the tab of the jar on the left side is in the back of the tab of the blender base and the tab of the jar on the right side is in front of the tab on the blender base”. I eventually saw what they tried to mean, however this blender and carafe do not lock together. The carafe just sits into the position, there is no need to line up tabs unless they mean the holes the tabs fit in on the base – it just goes straight up and down. I think this carafe apparently fits other Oster units which would use those tabs on the carafe to lock the carafe into the base. Also there is a puzzling spring loaded ‘finger’ on the blade unit that seems to have no purpose either.
Because of the beautiful glass carafe, the well designed blade and the super 1200 watt power I do recommend this blender.
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The Logitech Advanced Corded Mouse M500s with hyper-fast scrolling for increased productivity. The scroll wheel lets you fly through long documents and Web pages with a single flick. Or switch to click-to-click mode for precise, line-by-line navigation of lists, slides, images, and menus. Now with 400-4000 adjustable DPI for fast and ultra-precise cursor control.
Customer Rating
5
Great Feel and Precision
on September 11, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
The M500 mouse proved to fit comfortably in the palm of my hand. It has very well designed contours so that your hand does rest on top of the mouse and seems to automatically slide your fingers into the positions for the left/right buttons and the scroll wheel. The sides have a soft rubber texture and the whole mouse feels cool in your hand because of the premium surfaces.
I am going to make this my main mouse even though I prefer a wireless mouse because the cut/paste operations are more precise than others I have used. Also the scroll wheel has a very precise scroll left/right feature not just scroll up/down.
For forward/back browsing buttons, Logitech figured out that you need to have a nice indent below the buttons so you don’t accidently hit them. Logitech did a great job here also. You can use the button below the scroll wheel to make the scrolling smoother/faster or slower with an audible soft click as you spin the scroll wheel. The Logitech Options Software will enable you to modify the button assignments as well as adjust the pointer speed.
I do recommend this very well designed and affordable wired mouse. I loved it.
I am going to make this my main mouse even though I prefer a wireless mouse because the cut/paste operations are more precise than others I have used. Also the scroll wheel has a very precise scroll left/right feature not just scroll up/down.
For forward/back browsing buttons, Logitech figured out that you need to have a nice indent below the buttons so you don’t accidently hit them. Logitech did a great job here also. You can use the button below the scroll wheel to make the scrolling smoother/faster or slower with an audible soft click as you spin the scroll wheel. The Logitech Options Software will enable you to modify the button assignments as well as adjust the pointer speed.
I do recommend this very well designed and affordable wired mouse. I loved it.
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Logitech G923 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PC is a high-performance racing wheel that revolutionizes the racing experience. Re-engineered to support a next-generation feedback system, G923 features TRUEFORCE high-definition force feedback that dials into game engines to deliver higher-fidelity realism. Feel the pistons pumping, the gravel crunching, and every shift, drift, and hairpin turn like never before. True racing comes from within.
Customer Rating
5
Very Realistic Racing Wheel
on August 27, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
I had a great time playing with the Logitech G923 combination wheel and 3-pedal car racing controller. This device is very rugged and has a lot of features that make racing games on PC, XBOX or PS4 very realistic. I did use the game on a Windows-10 PC with one of the most popular motorsports games and it worked nicely. The sounds, video and action are all more of a thrill when you use this wheel.
If you are not a seasoned gamer and are using a PC, be sure to configure the game to use the Logitech G923 wheel and pedals, else it defaults to use your keyboard as your controller. It is simple to setup the pedals and wheel as your input controls and you also can set other items like the shifter. If you don’t have a separate shift control, you can use the paddles on the steering wheel to shift up and down.
There are dozens of options to set that make the game more and more realistic and this G923 does support as many as I could think to try. One of the most realistic functions is the vibration feedback you get especially when you crash into a wall, which you will do when you start out. If you want advance gaming setup, all the controls are available with this device, but if you just want a simple race car set, you can just do that.
I had only used a keyboard before so using this device as the controller was tremendous and tons of fun. It isn’t a requirement, but it would be a good idea to also get a separate shift knob. I plan to get one of the “Racing Wheel Stands”. These stands hold the pedals in place as well as the steering wheel and optional shift knob control on its own platform – so that you look like you have a regular car dash setup in front of you. I do plan to invest in one of those stands. You can use any chair that works to get you in position.
This G923 is sharp looking, handles the complex or simple games and is a blast to play with. I highly recommend this device.
If you are not a seasoned gamer and are using a PC, be sure to configure the game to use the Logitech G923 wheel and pedals, else it defaults to use your keyboard as your controller. It is simple to setup the pedals and wheel as your input controls and you also can set other items like the shifter. If you don’t have a separate shift control, you can use the paddles on the steering wheel to shift up and down.
There are dozens of options to set that make the game more and more realistic and this G923 does support as many as I could think to try. One of the most realistic functions is the vibration feedback you get especially when you crash into a wall, which you will do when you start out. If you want advance gaming setup, all the controls are available with this device, but if you just want a simple race car set, you can just do that.
I had only used a keyboard before so using this device as the controller was tremendous and tons of fun. It isn’t a requirement, but it would be a good idea to also get a separate shift knob. I plan to get one of the “Racing Wheel Stands”. These stands hold the pedals in place as well as the steering wheel and optional shift knob control on its own platform – so that you look like you have a regular car dash setup in front of you. I do plan to invest in one of those stands. You can use any chair that works to get you in position.
This G923 is sharp looking, handles the complex or simple games and is a blast to play with. I highly recommend this device.
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Follow a natural sleep routine with this Philips SmartSleep sleep and wake-up light. Its sunset and sunrise simulations prepare your body to sleep and rise on time, and its RelaxBreathe feature calms you into peaceful slumber. This Philips SmartSleep sleep and wake-up light plays your music, an FM station or built-in nature sounds for a gentle wake-up routine.
Customer Rating
2
Good Idea but Bad Menu Interface
on August 13, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, FL
First the good points. The unit is solid and attractive and functions as designed. It has a good basic theory in that waking up to softly glowing light and for example nature sounds will get you off to a better start for your day. After testing I would agree there is indeed some benefit.
Now the bad. The interface is a nightmare (pun intended) relative to usability. There are icons that over time you may ‘get’ but they are not intuitive. Also the menus are layered and it is difficult to recall where various settings are. The designers wanted to have too many options and settings; ... in my estimation, they goofed.
You can use it as an alarm clock radio with FM tuner. Also you can use it for deep breathing exercises, and you can use it with all the bells and whistles to bring up just the right volume and color intensity to wake you up. It also has a snooze function.
The proper design would have been a few knobs to set each function instead of diving into layered menus. Yes, it can be learned and you can wrestle through the odd-looking icons to set radio stations and set the other parameters but it is by no means something that is well designed or you will remember next time you may want to change settings.
I would advise a more simple interface with the knobs I mentioned and fewer options. Also a big button on the device to select say one of just three wake up modes. I don’t recommend this device it has hard to see icons, too many settings and an interface that is not intuitive in my opinion. I have an MS in Computer Science so I know this device’s interface could have been done a lot better, and still been profitable at this price point.
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Start your day with a fresh cup of morning joe with this 5-cup Mr. Coffee programmable coffeemaker. The 25-oz. carafe is calibrated to ensure accurate measuring for hassle-free brewing, while the brew later function ensures a cup is ready when you need it. This Mr. Coffee programmable coffeemaker has an auto shutoff feature for enhanced safety.
Customer Rating
5
Small and Simple
on August 4, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, Florida
This Mr. Coffee programmable coffee maker is great at what it does, which is to simplify making coffee. Essentially you add water to the supply tank, put coffee into the filter area and press a button. You can set a start time so that it will turn on and run a cycle for you at a specified time of day or just hit another button and it will start the device right away. You can also interrupt a cycle to pour a quick cup of coffee for yourself and then let it complete the entire cycle of up to 5 cups. That’s it. How good or bad the coffee is will strictly depend on the quality of water and the coffee grounds you put in it.
It is a very solid unit with a nice 25 ounce glass carafe. Cleaning is easy as there are only a few parts and they can be removed and replaced without any fuss. One rather clever feature is that there is a water-arm above the coffee grounds that you pivot away when you put the grounds in; when you close the lid, the arm will pivot back automatically over the coffee in case you had forgotten to move it back.
People who want to do their own grind will find this a handy alternative to the pre-filled types of coffee pods. You could make the coffee without using paper filters, however it was best to use the paper filters to ensure fewer grounds in your coffee. I do recommend this item as an economical option for great tasting coffee when you don’t want a lot of features that some would not use.
It is a very solid unit with a nice 25 ounce glass carafe. Cleaning is easy as there are only a few parts and they can be removed and replaced without any fuss. One rather clever feature is that there is a water-arm above the coffee grounds that you pivot away when you put the grounds in; when you close the lid, the arm will pivot back automatically over the coffee in case you had forgotten to move it back.
People who want to do their own grind will find this a handy alternative to the pre-filled types of coffee pods. You could make the coffee without using paper filters, however it was best to use the paper filters to ensure fewer grounds in your coffee. I do recommend this item as an economical option for great tasting coffee when you don’t want a lot of features that some would not use.
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The ONEPWR™ Evolve™ Pet delivers lightweight cordless everyday convenience, ideal for those with furry friends at home. This compact and lightweight design brings you the easiest clean, weighing less than 9 lbs. when you carry it from room to room, while it only feels like 2 lbs. in the handle as you recline it to vacuum so your arms won’t get tired from cleaning. Lift all the embedded dirt and pet hair from your carpet or your hard floors and maneuver around furniture without worrying about a cord. Plus, enjoy 3X more capacity than a stick vacuum so you don’t have to empty all that puppy hair and dirt every few minutes. Equipped with an anti-microbial brush-roll and a pet odor filter the ONEPWR™ Evolve Pet ™ is the new solution to all the pet lovers looking for the ideal clean!
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5
Powerful Cordless Vacuum
on July 22, 2020
Posted by: RalphHenry
from New Smyrna Beach, Florida
This is a powerful cordless vacuum. I am a little leery of cordless power so I vacuumed an entire 1662 square foot house including carpet and solid surface flooring. I kept the device on max power which gives you greater suction and spins the brush. The battery went down only 1 notch. It pulled up a lot of dirt. Carpet looked great I recharged to full in just about 15 minutes.
So that is my testimonial that the product is well designed in the power department. I also found the ability to insert and remove the power supply was easy with a very nice ‘click’ when it’s inserted so you know it is fully seated. I found the cleaning of the dust bin including the removal of the filter to be a snap. Hoover got this one very right. The price is a little more than the cheap ones, but I don’t recommend the cheaper ones as the batteries will soon lose their charge and they are not as solid nor as powerful as this unit. I highly recommend it.
So that is my testimonial that the product is well designed in the power department. I also found the ability to insert and remove the power supply was easy with a very nice ‘click’ when it’s inserted so you know it is fully seated. I found the cleaning of the dust bin including the removal of the filter to be a snap. Hoover got this one very right. The price is a little more than the cheap ones, but I don’t recommend the cheaper ones as the batteries will soon lose their charge and they are not as solid nor as powerful as this unit. I highly recommend it.
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Only at Best Buy Dell Inspiron Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Enjoy the convenience of a tablet or the functionality of a computer with this Dell Inspiron Starlord laptop. The 15-inch touch screen makes viewing the small details on websites simple, and the Intel Core processor keeps the computer running commands quickly. This Dell Inspiron Starlord laptop has a backlit keyboard so you can type in the dark.
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4 out of 5physically shake the laptop? Warning
By Kevin
After looking for a powerful engineering laptop to meet my need, this Dell product is a great one. Design is great, sleek, and powerful. Has windows hello, hd screen and a 2 in 1. However it only has 2 USB ports. I wish dell would added more ports. Fast boot up with ssd, and a good backlight keyboard. However after a week of use, when I would hold the laptop and walk you could here a sound. Now this is when it is off. It seems that something is moving inside or it could be from the manufacture. So I returned it and sought to get the replacement. They opened the replacement and when they shaked it the same sound came from it. The best buy rep seemed to say its nothing and it does not matter where I presented this laptop to a computer engineer at my school, who told be its should not be doing that. Now the one on display did not have the defect. But it is amazing that a laptop of this power has this defect. So to wrap up, if you want to buy this laptop make sure to shake it. Seems weird but you don't want to end up loosing your money
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Raleigh, NC
Can Expand Number of USB Ports
February 10, 2017
As you say it has only one 2.0 and only one 3.0 USB port, but this is easily mitigated. For about $20 you can purchase a 4 port USB hub for when you may need added ports. You won't notice any speed difference. Here's one at BBuy: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-4-port-usb-3-0-hub-black/4333600.p?skuId=4333600 PS: My unit does not make any noise when you shake it, and unless it needs to turn on the fan it has zero noise in operation. I did the fan and it is noticeable but that's good since it is being turned on to ensure cooling.
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Passport® mini offers convenient amplification for any instrument or microphone. It's perfect for performances by street musicians and students, as well as a basic public address system for events and presentations. It goes anywhere thanks to its dual AC- or Battery-powered capabilities. It can even be used as a music media playback system or computer recording interface.
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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.
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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.
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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