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Simplify security at your home or business with this Yale Assure satin nickel touchscreen smart lock. The touchscreen design makes interacting easy, and the option for automatic unlocking when you approach with your phone adds convenience. This Yale Assure satin nickel touchscreen smart lock employs Wi-Fi connectivity for adjusting settings remotely.
Customer Rating
5
Great Features and Hardware Install is Easy
on May 25, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
This is definitely the most thoughtfully designed and solid smartlock I have installed. I have put in ten smartlocks of 4 different brands. Normally there is a problem with tiny screws needing to find their way into impossibly tight corners that cause a lot of craning of the neck. Not so with the Yale lock – it was excellent in installation design which is sometimes forgotten. The functionality was top notch as well.
I had no trouble installing the physical lock into the door. It is very simple to do with this smartlock. Also it was easy to set up the master code and user codes to open the lock, you have a choice of 4 to 8 numbers. The lock talks to you and guides you through doing all this – wonderful. Some folks will stop at this point and have a very nice keypad lock.
I did however have problems getting the August App on my android phone to find the lock. Good news of sorts is that I made three calls to August support (not Yale support) and within seconds I was connected to a support person each time. So the support from August was super.
Turns out some phones may not work with the August App. However the app did install on my phone. My phone is an LG Stylo 4 which is fairly new with 4.2 Bluetooth and running Android 8.1 – here’s the bottom line, after about ten tries it finally saw the lock. I did clear the app’s cache and data. The support folks thought the phone may not be compatible but I figured it could also be faulty hardware – but the hardware was good. One way to determine if the hardware is good is to remove a battery, remove the smart module, wait ten seconds and reinstall the smart module and battery – if the lock tells you ‘welcome’ the hardware is good.
The reason I think it finally worked is that you need to be logged into your August account and the cache must be cleared. I suspect Samsung phones don’t have the problem. In any event it finally worked. If you look up non-compatible phones (with the August App) a couple LG phones are listed, but not mine. I include this info since it might help make a buying decision.
Once I was able to configure the lock it was amazing. Included are two keys but you won’t need them. The package included a Connect Module (hub) so you can work the lock when you are away from home over WiFi. It also included a ‘lock sense’ module that when configured will tell you if the door is open or closed and if the lock is extended or retracted. I had not seen this feature before and it is very nice.
I found this package to be one I would highly recommend – it is an excellent quality lock with outstanding features.
I had no trouble installing the physical lock into the door. It is very simple to do with this smartlock. Also it was easy to set up the master code and user codes to open the lock, you have a choice of 4 to 8 numbers. The lock talks to you and guides you through doing all this – wonderful. Some folks will stop at this point and have a very nice keypad lock.
I did however have problems getting the August App on my android phone to find the lock. Good news of sorts is that I made three calls to August support (not Yale support) and within seconds I was connected to a support person each time. So the support from August was super.
Turns out some phones may not work with the August App. However the app did install on my phone. My phone is an LG Stylo 4 which is fairly new with 4.2 Bluetooth and running Android 8.1 – here’s the bottom line, after about ten tries it finally saw the lock. I did clear the app’s cache and data. The support folks thought the phone may not be compatible but I figured it could also be faulty hardware – but the hardware was good. One way to determine if the hardware is good is to remove a battery, remove the smart module, wait ten seconds and reinstall the smart module and battery – if the lock tells you ‘welcome’ the hardware is good.
The reason I think it finally worked is that you need to be logged into your August account and the cache must be cleared. I suspect Samsung phones don’t have the problem. In any event it finally worked. If you look up non-compatible phones (with the August App) a couple LG phones are listed, but not mine. I include this info since it might help make a buying decision.
Once I was able to configure the lock it was amazing. Included are two keys but you won’t need them. The package included a Connect Module (hub) so you can work the lock when you are away from home over WiFi. It also included a ‘lock sense’ module that when configured will tell you if the door is open or closed and if the lock is extended or retracted. I had not seen this feature before and it is very nice.
I found this package to be one I would highly recommend – it is an excellent quality lock with outstanding features.
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Security threats are on the rise, and they can target any networked printer. The latest generation of HP OfficeJet printers have best-in-class security built right in. And if things go wrong, they can heal themselves. The productive smart printer that doesn't just print, it produces. Help save time with Smart Tasks shortcuts, get automatic two-sided printing, and Borderless Print. Print and scan from your phone, Save up to 50% on ink with HP Instant Ink.
Customer Rating
5
Beautiful Printer and Prints Beautiful Too
on May 18, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
I really like the form and physical design of this printer although that is not the most important characteristics. But having a nice clean design helps to ensure it is user friendly as far as setting up the printer, changing ink cartridges and using the scanner. It has a very nice touch display and an intuitive interface. I did use the HP Smart App on my phone which makes setting up the printer a breeze. I do have several printers I'm using right now, so I didn't sign up for automatic ink refills. I do understand the savings when you take advantage of the auto-ink and you can save a lot - I will probably take advantage of the auto-ink soon. Once you set up the printer, it is a seamless process to get the drivers for any particular PC you want to use. You do need to add the printer on Windows 10 and it will find it on your network easily. I am impressed with how solid the printer software is, including the HP Smart App - no glitches at all.
I tried printing several rainbows and they all came out wonderful. I sometimes like to print a rainbow that fades out as it goes from one end to another and see how the printer does. This printer was excellent. It can print on legal size paper if you wish which is a very useful option I have found. It does not have a USB port to scan to, but I have found this option to be not critical for me - I just scan directly to the computer.
I do highly recommend this printer as super quality in regards to build, easy to set up and very easy to use as a full function printer.
I tried printing several rainbows and they all came out wonderful. I sometimes like to print a rainbow that fades out as it goes from one end to another and see how the printer does. This printer was excellent. It can print on legal size paper if you wish which is a very useful option I have found. It does not have a USB port to scan to, but I have found this option to be not critical for me - I just scan directly to the computer.
I do highly recommend this printer as super quality in regards to build, easy to set up and very easy to use as a full function printer.
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Pump up the volume with these Sony wireless on-ear headphones. Advanced drivers produce clear high-fidelity audio, while the EXTRA BASS feature helps you feel the beat by enhancing low-end frequencies. A 30-hour battery life keeps the music coming. With a lightweight construction and soft swiveling earcups, these Sony wireless on-ear headphones keep you comfortable while you listen.
Customer Rating
5
Very Soft Ear Cups, Great Bass Sound
on May 16, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
I have tried many headphones and the size on these is just right. If too small, heaphones will pinch your outer ear edge I find, but these were very soft and large enough to cup over the ear properly. You do have a lot of adjustment range for how large your head is – this is important so that you can wear them longer in comfort if you just make the headphone width larger even after wearing them for a while – nice.
Small thing but important is that the R and L are easily located so you don’t have to search for which is the right ear muff.
You can also use these with a wire if you like and the wire for audio connection as well as a cable for USB-C charging is included.
The sound was beautiful, full bodied and nice bass – I did think they could have been a little louder but of course this is based on the source. However, with other headphones I did get a little more volume from the same source.
I paired them with a Samsung TV, an android phone and also a Twelvesouth AirFly, and a Sling Air box; and the Bluetooth pairing was a breeze with all of them. Note the Airfly is connected to an old TV without Bluetooth. Most of my listening was via the Airfly; the headphones are still connected to the TV via the AirFly and are providing very nice private audio for me.
Voice calls worked fine. I don’t think these are a good choice for jogging but if you are more or less stationary indoors you can wear them and comfortably hear music and be able to take cell calls at the same time.
Quality is very solid. With the super soft ear cups and nice bass sound I definitely would recommend these headphones, which are at a very competitive price.
Small thing but important is that the R and L are easily located so you don’t have to search for which is the right ear muff.
You can also use these with a wire if you like and the wire for audio connection as well as a cable for USB-C charging is included.
The sound was beautiful, full bodied and nice bass – I did think they could have been a little louder but of course this is based on the source. However, with other headphones I did get a little more volume from the same source.
I paired them with a Samsung TV, an android phone and also a Twelvesouth AirFly, and a Sling Air box; and the Bluetooth pairing was a breeze with all of them. Note the Airfly is connected to an old TV without Bluetooth. Most of my listening was via the Airfly; the headphones are still connected to the TV via the AirFly and are providing very nice private audio for me.
Voice calls worked fine. I don’t think these are a good choice for jogging but if you are more or less stationary indoors you can wear them and comfortably hear music and be able to take cell calls at the same time.
Quality is very solid. With the super soft ear cups and nice bass sound I definitely would recommend these headphones, which are at a very competitive price.
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Unlock new potential for your wireless headphones with this Airfly headphone accessory. It plugs into any conventional headphone jack to enhance your listening experience and can pair with in-flight entertainment systems for added convenience. This Airfly headphone accessory has an eight-hour battery life and recharges through USB, so it's easy to take anywhere.
Customer Rating
5
Useful Product and Excellent Quality
on May 3, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
This item is one I often have wished I had and could use on many devices. Older TVs for don't usually have Bluetooth, this device will give them Bluetooth. You may have an older stereo system as well and this product will give you the solution you need to connect your wireless headphones or earbuds. In my case I already had a similar device that was a combination headphone and cradle that did the same thing but was a little bulky and you couldn't use any wireless headphones. It was very useful but I love this little wonder. I connected it to an older LG 52 inch TV that was a flat screen but did not have Bluetooth. I paired my nice headphones with this item which was super easy to do. Then I connected it to my TV and now I have a way to listen to the TV without the speakers on the TV annoying others in the room. I did have an adapter that converted the RCA audio jacks on the back of the TV so that I could plug this device into this adapter cable. Some TV's will have the correct jack, but this converter cable is just a $3 item if you don't have one.
The sound was super but that will depend on your headphones to some extent. I will say this device kept the audio crystal clear. I highly recommend this useful little niche product if you have the need for it.
The sound was super but that will depend on your headphones to some extent. I will say this device kept the audio crystal clear. I highly recommend this useful little niche product if you have the need for it.
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Play music anywhere with this Sony EXTRA BASS portable Bluetooth speaker. The Party Booster feature makes a variety of sounds depending on where the speaker is touched, and the volume increases or decreases depending on the strength of force used when tapping. This Sony EXTRA BASS portable Bluetooth speaker has multicolor flashing lights that sync to the beat of the music for added style.
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding Bass and Useful Extra Features
on April 17, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
The XB32 is part of the next wave of Sony party speakers being waterproof and dustproof IP67 level. Battery life was terrific and my usage was right on with the 24 hours claimed. The sound which is the most important thing is absolutely fantastic. I did party chain two Sony boxes together and the volume is very impressive.
Bluetooth is so smooth connecting that you don’t even blink – and this is for phones or PC’s which I connected easily. The bass is booming but no vibration. I did have the XB32 firmly planted on a solid wood dresser top but even on a tile floor or a bed the sound is without vibration. These units are very well made and solid. Next you get to the light shows and you will love that feature. You also have an audio input jack and a very useful USB charging port for your phone or other device (already using this feature).
Sony keeps getting better and topping an already very nice array of these party speakers with new ones. I love them to use with laptops to vastly improve the sound while you are doing work or surfing the web – a huge improvement over the PC’s speakers. The price is very nice for the capabilities the XB32 provides, I highly recommend it.
Bluetooth is so smooth connecting that you don’t even blink – and this is for phones or PC’s which I connected easily. The bass is booming but no vibration. I did have the XB32 firmly planted on a solid wood dresser top but even on a tile floor or a bed the sound is without vibration. These units are very well made and solid. Next you get to the light shows and you will love that feature. You also have an audio input jack and a very useful USB charging port for your phone or other device (already using this feature).
Sony keeps getting better and topping an already very nice array of these party speakers with new ones. I love them to use with laptops to vastly improve the sound while you are doing work or surfing the web – a huge improvement over the PC’s speakers. The price is very nice for the capabilities the XB32 provides, I highly recommend it.
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Keep your head in the game with this Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 audio system. The SuperAmp audio controller is compatible with the PlayStation 4 Pro and standard, and the headset can be used alone with any 3.5mm jack. This Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 audio system brings comfort and audio quality together for long nights of action.
Customer Rating
5
Loud, Solid and Comfortable
on April 1, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
The Elite Pro 2 Wired Gaming Headset with Elite SuperAmp Bluetooth Audio Controller for PlayStation 4 is a great headset. The big difference between this headset and others is the volume of the headset. Normally most PS4 headsets are lower volume due to the game controllers not being powered enough. This headset however with the AMP is loud enough for me especially next to the other ones I have used. It is really comfortable, and it has excellent sound. The Dynamic Chat Boost™ automatically boosts incoming chat volume over game audio so I was able to communicate perfectly and clearly with the game sound still loud and clear. I was able to wear my glasses while also wearing the headset. My ears did not get hot wearing the headset. The only thing I wish is that these were wireless for the price, but otherwise I am fully satisfied. The quality is top-notch on these head phones. I would highly recommend them.
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Enjoy quality signal reception with this Mohu Leaf Supreme Pro antenna. A 65-mile range ensures reception of a wide variety of channels, while the integrated TV signal indicator LEDs simplify placement for optimal signal strength. This Mohu Leaf Supreme Pro antenna comes with a 16-foot detachable high-performance coaxial cable for connectivity and features a plug-and-play design for quick installation.
Customer Rating
4
Strong Clear Reception for Lower Price
on March 26, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
The Mohu Leaf Supreme Pro turned out to be less powerful than some of the other over-the-air antennas I have tried. Basically in situations where I routinely got 40-45 channels, this antenna could only bring in 30 channels. I should say the other antennas were about 50% higher in price so that is a factor. I tried this antenna at different orientations and also at different times of day – morning, mid-day and late at night. This antenna functioned in a similar way every time. The stations it did receive were very clear so that is a plus. I did like that this unit comes with a booster you can plug-in to add power to its amplification and I did use the booster. It also came with a 15-foot coaxial cable. It is simple to set up and appears to be quite rugged, you can use it indoors only. There are a couple small holes on each side of the top which facilitate pinning it to a beam for example in your attic. They even included some pins to use.
I would recommend this device as its value, simplicity and functionality at this price point are all quite nice.
I would recommend this device as its value, simplicity and functionality at this price point are all quite nice.
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Store data on this 128GB SanDisk Ultra Fit USB flash drive. The low-profile casing prevents damage by keeping it snug to the port, making it a great fit for use with tablets, laptops and game consoles. This SanDisk Ultra Fit USB flash drive uses USB 3.1 technology to deliver up to 10 times the transfer speed of older drives.
Customer Rating
5
Very Small Size but BIg GB's
on March 17, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
This item is fast. I moved several large files and there was about a 10 times increase in speed over the old 2.0 USB’s. An example was a Thunderbird mail folder. This is typically a large file in the order of 8 GB and normally can take 20-30 minutes to copy. This flash drive was done in about 3 minutes. I was very pleased with the small size which will fit easily in your pocket. Put it in a small baggy to protect it from dust and you’re good to go.
I noticed folks concerned about heat. I tried to move tons of data and it never got warm enough to concern me in the slightest. The front portion that is in the machine was warmer and depending on your computer this could get more or less warm. I used an Acer laptop with an SSD so the fan wasn’t running much to provide inside the box cooling like it would with an HDD – points are even without a cooling fan it was staying cool enough and it didn’t trip the fan by adding extra heat. In any event this is good news since the tiny USB was not creating much heat that didn’t get dissipated naturally.
I also tried the new SanDisk cloud backup app for USB drives called Flashback, which comes free with this little flash drive. My flash drives can get lost sometimes and now I have the content saved. I really loved this app and will use it on all my PC’s. It will automatically create cloud backup for any flash drives you plug in. Now without remembering to do it, you are backing up your USB flash drives to the cloud. It will assign a location for each flash drive and will also ‘automagically’ divide the files based on type – for example photos, Excel files, documents etc. Someone has come up with a great app here. Try it you will love it also. I do highly recommend this little (but big at 128 GB) wonder and also the free app.
I noticed folks concerned about heat. I tried to move tons of data and it never got warm enough to concern me in the slightest. The front portion that is in the machine was warmer and depending on your computer this could get more or less warm. I used an Acer laptop with an SSD so the fan wasn’t running much to provide inside the box cooling like it would with an HDD – points are even without a cooling fan it was staying cool enough and it didn’t trip the fan by adding extra heat. In any event this is good news since the tiny USB was not creating much heat that didn’t get dissipated naturally.
I also tried the new SanDisk cloud backup app for USB drives called Flashback, which comes free with this little flash drive. My flash drives can get lost sometimes and now I have the content saved. I really loved this app and will use it on all my PC’s. It will automatically create cloud backup for any flash drives you plug in. Now without remembering to do it, you are backing up your USB flash drives to the cloud. It will assign a location for each flash drive and will also ‘automagically’ divide the files based on type – for example photos, Excel files, documents etc. Someone has come up with a great app here. Try it you will love it also. I do highly recommend this little (but big at 128 GB) wonder and also the free app.
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Discover how perfect sound can be with these Marshall Bluetooth headphones. Exceptional sound quality is assured thanks to the impressive sound isolation and the classic Marshall technology that uses 40mm drivers to produce outstanding bass and trebles. A long-lasting battery in these Marshall Bluetooth headphones keeps your music playing for more than 30 hours at a time.
Customer Rating
5
Marshall Brand Quality and Affordable
on March 15, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
The quality of these headphones is as expected from the Marshall brand. The build quality is solid and very nicely designed. The head pads are a little small for me, as I have bigger ears, so if you aren’t able to try these ahead of time, you may also find the cups could be a little larger. I did experience some discomfort after wearing them for 30 minutes no matter how I adjusted the head band. If you have a bit smallish to medium ears you will be delighted with how soft the ear padding is and it does block out some of the ambient noise around you.
I did see some folks have trouble with Bluetooth pairing. I did also misfire on my first try and I think it is due to not reading the manual which is clearly showing you how to do it. The design could be a little more clever but basically you turn the phones off and on with the same button and you have a very nice LED to tell you what is happening. For pairing: you must start with the phones “off”. Now hold the power button until you see the LED turn blue. You’ll see the LED blink white but keep holding for the full 5 seconds (holding for 3 seconds just turns it on); keep holding a couple more seconds till you see the LED turn blue, now pair it and it actually turns off. Remember it is paired but “off” so if you try to listen you hear nothing, I bet that’s what some people did. You need to turn it back on. It’s a tradeoff, one button, one LED – many functions. I actually like the simplicity of the design.
The sound is smooth and lots of bass and very clear. I was quite happy with the ability to hear highs, lows and midrange sounds. So high marks here.
Yes it has a very nice microphone and yes you can use these phones to answer calls. Be sure to look at the nice manual that comes with it and understand how to answer a call and hang-up. That same button that I love, handles pausing songs and increasing and decreasing the volume. I have to applaud the engineers at Marshall for making it a simple joystick – great. I did especially like the materials used in construction of these phones - classy and strong. So I do recommend these headphones, and I can’t deduct a star because I have big ears, so try them on and if the fit is good, you’ll have a superior headphone.
I did see some folks have trouble with Bluetooth pairing. I did also misfire on my first try and I think it is due to not reading the manual which is clearly showing you how to do it. The design could be a little more clever but basically you turn the phones off and on with the same button and you have a very nice LED to tell you what is happening. For pairing: you must start with the phones “off”. Now hold the power button until you see the LED turn blue. You’ll see the LED blink white but keep holding for the full 5 seconds (holding for 3 seconds just turns it on); keep holding a couple more seconds till you see the LED turn blue, now pair it and it actually turns off. Remember it is paired but “off” so if you try to listen you hear nothing, I bet that’s what some people did. You need to turn it back on. It’s a tradeoff, one button, one LED – many functions. I actually like the simplicity of the design.
The sound is smooth and lots of bass and very clear. I was quite happy with the ability to hear highs, lows and midrange sounds. So high marks here.
Yes it has a very nice microphone and yes you can use these phones to answer calls. Be sure to look at the nice manual that comes with it and understand how to answer a call and hang-up. That same button that I love, handles pausing songs and increasing and decreasing the volume. I have to applaud the engineers at Marshall for making it a simple joystick – great. I did especially like the materials used in construction of these phones - classy and strong. So I do recommend these headphones, and I can’t deduct a star because I have big ears, so try them on and if the fit is good, you’ll have a superior headphone.
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A revolutionary smart printer - even for high-volume jobs. Help save time with Smart Tasks shortcuts. Rapid speeds, full-ream paper capacity, Borderless print, and easy mobile printing. Count on seamless connections, and enhanced security. Save up to 50% on ink with HP Instant Ink. Prints up to 24 ISO ppm*, up to 20 ppm* in color.
Customer Rating
5
Five Star Plus - Great Printer
on February 23, 2019
Posted by: RalphHenry
from Youngsville, NC
I have used and owned many printers, this one is the best. It is made rock solid, and the design is intuitive and simple to connect the printer and install the print cartridges. Using the HP Smart app it was easy to connect the printer over WiFi and you can easily print from your phone or from a computer. You have an option to send a link from your phone so that each computer can just get and follow that link to install the software - very nice. The HP Smart app on your phone can also help you set up SMART TASKS. These are like little macros that can speed up operations by combining some commands into a couple clicks on your phone for example. I can create a SMART TASK to print a pdf single-sided in color and ship it to the printer - worked great, like magic. You can create and save many and varied SMART TASKS and sync them to the printer too - you'll love these time saving little functions. Another ability of this printer is to copy or scan a document double-sided in one pass. I took a letter that had been folded twice so it had creases. I unfolded it and put it in the feeder and entered 'copy, color, double sided'. This printer pulled the document in, scanned once and the document came part way out and it told me to wait a bit for the ink to dry, sucked the document back in and printed the other side having scanned both sides on the first pass - perfect color on both sides and no problem with the folds on the paper. Also it has two paper trays so you can put photo paper in one or even different color paper in one - very useful feature to have two trays. It is full function with print, scan, copy and fax. The touch screen is excellent and can be tilted to get the right angle on your view. The icons and layout are very user-friendly. Another nice touch is that someone designed it so that there are hand-holds on the bottom so it is easy to move the printer or pick it up. The black/white or color printouts were excellent. The engineers at HP get a tip of the cap for this one. I highly recommend this printer.
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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.
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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