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633 Magnetic Battery portable charger conveniently charges your phone, while the dedicated foldable stand provides stable hands-free phone viewing. Equipped with a USB-C Power Delivery port, it can charge itself and any compatible handheld device at the same time.
Customer Rating
5
Crisp Design and High Quality
on September 1, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This unit is very solid, with a clean and intuitive design. You can charge it up using the included USB-C cable. However, no power plug was included which makes it less convenient and less versatile. The design is sleek and crisp with a very sturdy feel.
A small stand folds down from the back to hold this unit at useful angle and then you can set your phone upright against it. The device has magnets that will attach it to your iPhone either with the stand deployed or with the unit piggy-back style on your phone attached magnetically.
You do have the ability to plug this charger in and charge both the charger and an attached phone at the same time. This makes it very convenient to get a couple extra charges packed away, and your phone gets fully charged at the same time. These devices are a must for travel needs for when you can’t find a charging station – that ability can be a lifesaver. I have found not all airports have charging stations or they are busy and not available.
I highly recommend this compact, versatile and powerful charger.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get ultra-fast speeds and powerful productivity with the multifunction LaserJet Pro 4101fdwe with HP+ included at no additional cost. Get laser quality black & white printing for all your business documents. Includes HP+ smart office features so you can set up and manage printers in multiple locations with a single dashboard. Never run out of toner with an optional subscription for Instant Ink for lasers.
Customer Rating
5
Faster Than Other Laser Printers
on August 21, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This is a mid-size printer that I would suggest for a small office. However, if you have the space it does provide super fast black/white laser printing. The high yield toner cartridge can print almost 10,000 pages – nice. The auto-document feeder can handle 50 sheets which is a very large capacity. This device also has two input paper trays so you can use one for example with blue paper and one for white paper etc.
This printer will require an HP account or it will not work. Lately I have found that in addition to an account it is a good idea to also sign up for instant ink for more economy if you print 50-100 or more pages a month. If you are enrolled in Instant Ink, HP will detect a low toner status and send your new cartridge without any effort on your part.
I did note that the HP Smart app on my phone could not find the printer, so I installed from a PC using the Windows HP Smart app and it was fine. I again tried to install from my Android phone and failed. At one point the app said ‘select your printer from this list’. The list did not contain this printer of the dozens shown, so I got a message to setup from the printer directly – but there was no way to do this for the connection to the phone. When I tried a third time to install the printer to my phone; instead of me picking “initial printer setup” to the Smart app at one point, I picked “printer already setup”. Now it did install to my phone. I think HP has some missing steps in their procedure, however it did finally work (never had this problem with over a dozen other HP printers).
This laser printer is well designed. It also has a scanner glass for any documents you don’t want to send through the feeder. The document feeder is faster than using the glass. This HP printer has a 2 year warranty and indeed is built tough with a very effective ergonomic design, especially the LCD GUI interface. I popped the toner cartridge in and out and it was a very smooth operation as well. I highly recommend this powerful printer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Frigidaire 10,000 BTU 3-in-1 Portable Air Conditioner keeps your home cool and comfortable when and where you need it. Enjoy more cooling flexibility with two different fan speeds plus dehumidifying Dry Mode to keep your room cool and comfortable while also removing excess moisture from the air.
Customer Rating
5
Effective, Powerful Cooling and Portable
on August 20, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This portable AC unit is very effective. I tried it initially in a handy double hung window. Initially I did not use the insulation material that is included. The window kit connector has a top and bottom and an inside and outside – the part with the screw holes is the top. The inside is marked with a sticker. I mention this because the directions are a bit fuzzy on which is top and bottom. Nonetheless the install was simple and intuitive and only takes a few minutes. If you complete the install with the insulation and screws it will take another 10 minutes.
I would suggest this order of steps which is easier than what the directions say. First put the both sides of the duct connectors on the expandable duct. Then connect the round connector to the unit. Check the fit of the window slider and you made need to cut it down a couple inches or so depending on the width of your window. The material cut smoothly using my bandsaw but a handsaw will work as well. Put your adhesive insulation in place and then attach the window slider kit. Use the provided screws to lock the window slider in place. Now connect the other end of the duct to the window slider and you are all set.
I used both the included remote and the on-board controls to operate the unit. It is amazing in terms of functions and capability. I set the unit to 72 degrees and also clicked the swing button. You may not realize that when you turn the unit on, it opens the inside shutter all by itself and when you turn the unit off, it closes the shutter with a little motor. You also have a Swing function button and this will cause the inside shutter to move up and down while in operation. This causes the path of the cool air to change and makes the unit even more effective – very nice and tip of the cap to the Frigidaire engineers.
The unit has several modes that are well described in the manual. It is important to read the manual if you want to utilize the benefits of all the wonders this little bugger can perform including the dehumidifying Dry Mode. Another nice feature is a built-in air ionizer, great to catch those pet particles for me.
In case you are wondering, the condensation from AC operation is evaporated and sent out the exhaust port (out your window) with the hot air that is also being expelled. I checked the air coming into the room from this unit and it was very cold. Then I went outside and the air being expelled was very warm – great.
Although I gave the unit a quick test inside the house. My intent is to use it in an enclosed garage. Again, read the manual and follow the care and cleaning of filters so you can keep this unit going at its best. I highly recommend this very reasonably priced and quite effective AC unit.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This Smart Choice 1-1/4 HP Garbage Disposal can power through the toughest food scraps and waste. The stainless steel Torque Master Balanced Grinding System quietly and quickly grinds coffee grounds, small bones, and other food waste. This disposal has powerful yet quiet performance, with a fully insulated sound shell, which reduces noise. The durable design with 3-bolt mount allows for simple installation, and the removable splash guard makes cleaning easy. Each disposal comes with a 12-Year Product and Lifetime Corrosion Warranty.
Customer Rating
5
Powerful Unit with Easy Install
on August 16, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Smart Choice Food Waste Disposer is a very nice looking and powerful garbage disposal. The unit I installed was the 1.25 HP version. I did notice the chamber that crushes the food is all stainless steel. It had an accessory that is a sort of bracelet of magnets that you fit near the top of the disposal unit under the sink – this will catch silverware that may slip in before the silverware hits the grinding chamber. Very nice idea.
It easily handled small chicken bones, coffee grounds, zucchini pieces, apple cores and all the soft food stuffs like cheese and baked beans etc. I was impressed by how quiet it is. I have never heard a unit that was wasn’t real noisy and even a banging sound sometimes; but this beauty is low decibel. It does have what the manufacturer said is a sound insulated shell and they are right it does its job.
I did the install myself which was easy enough. I have done some plumbing but never installed a dishwasher before. If it helps I’ll mention a few tips. I used the optional connection for the dishwasher since this drain will deliver the stuff drained from the dishwasher into the unit ahead of the crushing mechanism. Don’t forget to remove a small plug from the garbage disposal so that the dishwasher drain connection is not blocked (unless you don’t use the dishwasher, then leave the plug in place.
You will have to remove the old sink strainer, here’s a nice video for doing that. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQaDgfc-MYI&t=159s
You will need plumber’s putty and then follow the steps of this video I found, to install the garbage disposal or just read the nice install manual that came with it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_u9ulIo5Xfc This unit already has the electrical plug and cable installed. There is a diagram in the directions that came with this unit that shows the order of the various rubber cushions, retention ring and how other parts stack up on page 4. It took me 90 minutes going slowly but if you are experienced it will be less than 30 minutes to easily install this unit. If you have a dishwasher you can use that electrical outlet under your sink to power the disposal but you will need to install a separate electrical box with a switch to turn the unit off and on (always run water while you run the motor). Quick tip, every so often put a quartered lemon into the disposal to freshen it up.
I highly recommend this unit for ease of install and of course for the high quality and power of the unit.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Brother - MFC-J1170DW Wireless Color All-in-One Refresh Subscription Eligible Inkjet Printer - Black
The Brother MFC-J1170DW is the perfect color inkjet all-in-one printer for your home office and small office needs. The MFC-J1170DW is easy to connect and operate along with being compact and economical. This printer’s multiple flexible connection options include a built-in wireless(2) interface for sharing with multiple users on your network, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet or connect locally to a single computer via a USB interface. This printer delivers robust features, business-centric functionality, high-quality output, two-sided (duplex) printing and fast inkjet print speeds – up to 17 ppm black and white and 16.5 ppm color.(3) Its generous 2.7” color touchscreen provides easy navigation and simple icons for accessing powerful features along with print-from and scan-to popular cloud services including Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive and more,(4) directly from the printer. Users enjoy reliable printing, copying, scanning and faxing plus wireless printing from a desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet.(2) Featuring the Brother Mobile Connect(5) App, a user-friendly interface that gives you the freedom to print and manage your printer from virtually anywhere. The MFC-J1170DW features the unique Brother Page Gauge(6) which estimates remaining ink and page levels, so you always know how much ink you have left and how many pages you can print.
Customer Rating
5
Big LCD Screen, Solid and Higher Speed
on August 12, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Brother MFC-J1170DW is a medium-priced printer with great functionality. It is similar to a lower priced Brother printer in size and quality (and even uses the same ink cartridges) but has added some nice features for only a few dollars more. Since I have both printers I wanted to highlight some advantages of the newer printer that some may find important to them.
A really nice upgrade is the LCD touch screen. It is much easier to use the touchscreen versus the sort of move and peck button style. This helped a lot during installation as it was easier for example to enter the WiFi password; and it is a better GUI for other functions too. Other added functions are: ability to use NFC to print direct from your cell phone (good idea is to install the Brother Mobile Connect app on your phone), printer color resolution now 6000x1200 (old printer was 1200x600), color print speed 16.5/minute vs 9.5/minute and I noticed an additional 2nd port for ethernet connection that is under the covers of the printer.
This printer also has a smooth duplex printing capability and I liked the little diagrams you see on your computer when you are selecting the Brother printer duplex function so that you easily see how pages will be flipped to print the 2nd page on the back.
Installation went smooth. I installed on my phone and could print and scan etc. from the phone interface of the Brother Mobile Connect app – very easy to use. I also installed on my desktop. All functions of the printer are solid, from printing to scanning to duplex printing. I did update the firmware. You will need the printer password on the back of the printer to do a firmware update.
I can highly recommend this solid quality and very capable printer. It does print fast.
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Hear them first. With 360 Spatial Sound for Gaming and our proven hardware technology, you can detect where your opponents are and how far away. Even players hiding in shadows or behind walls and obstacles, can’t stay hidden for long.
Customer Rating
5
Comfortable and Cover Big Ears Nicely
on August 11, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
These headphones are very comfortable. This is my most important requirement. My ears are larger so I appreciate the larger earcups which cover my ear completely and do not clamp down on any part of my ear. The padding is extremely soft and made of a material that does not cause sweating as you play games on your PC. I wear glasses and these headphones absolutely did not pinch my head even with the glasses on for a period of 2 hours. So the comfort test was a resounding success. Tip of the cap to the designers of the physical characteristics of these headphones.
Pairing was very simple. I used the dongle inserted into a PC USB slot and pretty much instantly the unit paired. I noticed no phase shift between audio and video. This is a good check to ensure the phones will handle gaming and also even Youtube videos and keep everything in sync. Well done Sony. The mic boom also was simple to move and mute your voice – you can feel and hear a slight click as the mic boom moves to set mute on or off. I really liked that feedback.
I played War Thunder and Forza motorsport games and the sounds were crisp; and even small background echoes were easy to hear. I used both a gaming laptop and also a gaming desktop system. Both had very nice specs and the systems and headset seemed to complement each other to make an effective gaming environment.
This headset is solid, handles my ear size and was relatively light. The top band had a nice firm size adjustment and the underside of the top band was perfectly padded so that I also didn’t feel any pressure on the top of my head. The headset holds to your head as you move quickly up or down and left to right. They are worth the price and I highly recommend this headset.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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JBuds Air Pro are your DAILY DRIVER. Imagine you put in your earbuds in the morning and they go with you through your day without a thought. From work calls on your laptop, to listening to a podcast on your mobile, to walking the dog and watching a movie. You need headphones that are versatile as you. Who says you can’t you wear the same earbuds for both work and play?
Customer Rating
5
Great Sound and Multiple Device Connect Ability
on August 11, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Jbuds Air Pro buds are great sounding and at an affordable price. The first capability I was impressed by was the ability to connect to multiple devices. I paired the buds easily to my desktop (Windows) and then to my Android phone. I queued up a song on Youtube via the desktop and then placed a call to voicemail on my phone. The video paused and the phone call took over. Once I finished the call, I could hit the right bud twice (as per spec’s) and the song continued on. This is a very nice feature and fun to use.
The sound was excellent with plenty of bass. I did experience that all the controls worked as described in the included ‘quick start’ manual. The case has an integrated USB cable for charging which I liked. The entire charging case with cable docked makes a very small footprint. You get 9 hours with the bud batteries plus 27 more hours stored in the case.
You do have the important ‘aware mode’ to allow voices in for safety. You have 3 different equalizer settings. Included are 3 sizes of ear tips and 2 ‘cush fins’ that combine to ensure a good fit in your ear. I did treadmill 35 minutes and another 30 minutes on various weight exercise machines and the buds stayed put nicely. These buds do have the IP55 rating so you have no concerns due to dust or sweat which I can attest to.
I highly recommend these buds due to their multiple device ability, great sound, ease of use and solid construction.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Meet the Ninja Foodi XL 2-Basket Air Fryer, that lets you cook 2 foods, 2 ways and finish at the same time. This bigger and faster air fryer has XL 10-qt. capacity and includes 6 versatile cooking functions. Not only is this great for large family meals and entertaining, but this air fryer also has DualZone Technology, IQ Boost, and Ninja’s Smart Cook System.
Customer Rating
5
Remarkable Cooker Easy and Functional
on August 10, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
This is excellence in a countertop cooker. The functions are very intuitive but you should read the included Quick Start Guide to get a comprehensive look at all the features – this is an extremely well-written guide and does include recipes. This little wonder can Air Fry, Bake, Roast, Air Broil, Re-Heat and even Dehydrate. It can cook with time and temperature setting or you can use the included thermometer to cook to a desired internal temperature of your food. The thermometer has its own onboard cubbyhole.
You get 2 separate cooking ovens but they interact in remarkable ways. An example is if you set one for 7 minutes to air fry hotdogs (which come out delicious) you can set the other to cook frozen curly fries for 9 minutes. You can set different temperatures for each food ‘and’ you can tell the cooker to magically cook such that both items will complete preparation at the same time – neat and convenient..
The baskets and crisper plates have a completely non-stick coating for a really easy cleanup. I’ve had several cookers of this nature and the quality and functionality of this unit tops everything by a wide margin. Tip of the cap to the engineers who came up with this one. Of course there are safety options, for example if you pull a basket out the cooking stops. The front panel has an array of controls that are simple to understand. The ability to use only one of the ovens exists. Your max temperature to Bake, Roast or Air Fry is 400 degrees. The Air Broil function can be set up to 450 degrees.
I’m not a good cook, but I did take 1.25 pounds of skinless chicken breasts and soaked them in a can of beer with BBQ sauce added. Took them from this marinade and covered them in EVOO, added salt, pepper and Adobo. Tossed them in under the Roast function at 400 degrees for 20 minutes. Super moist chicken, completely cooked perfect with a caramelized coating (see my photo).
I also tried hot dogs, curly fires and asparagus. This cooker makes everything tasty, relatively fast and with simple quick clean up. I highly recommend this device. You will be delighted with all the ways to use it. Take your time to get to know this device because it can perform magic on food. I guess you can sense I loved this cooker and am using it for everything.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Snaptain SP680 has a 2.7K Ultra-HD camera that captures crystal clear aerial photos and 2976 X 1680 @ 25fps videos. With 120° field of view and 90° adjustable design, you can catch every moment of your adventure from a bird-eye perspective. Equipped with altitude hold, headless mode, and 3 Speeds switch functions, it is can be enjoyed by everyone - beginners, newbies, and even kids.
Customer Rating
5
Durable, Fun and Many Features
on August 6, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
Using the Snaptain SP680 is a blast. I don’t know why, but controlling this little drone and making it do some tricks is fascinating. It also will give new drone owners like me an introduction into the ‘drone world’ using an affordable drone with a lot of features including a camera for stills or videos.
This unit comes with a very nice set of manuals including a quick start guide and a more complete user manual. I do recommend you go to the more complete manual and read it cover to cover so that you have a good base of knowledge. You can operate the drone with just the handheld remote control or you can download the ‘Snaptain Nova’ app to your cell phone and control the drone completely via the cell phone. The unit comes with a mounting bracket to attach your cell phone to the remote. The unit has a nice camera that you can position manually to point down or at an angle (but you can’t move the camera once it is airborne which is fair at this price point). You can also combine the remote and the cell phone to control the drone with your remote (and its joysticks and buttons); and just use the cell phone to see the camera video live. There is a slot for a micro SD card on the drone, so you can save your videos and still shots – nice touch on a mid to entry level device.
The manual is quite clear on the use of all the buttons and joysticks. I will say you should at least be familiar with how to pair the remote to the drone, how to calibrate the drone and how to trim the flight so that the drone will hover without moving in any direction till you want it to. Make sure you know how to do lift off and landing which is a simple button push. I did bash the drone into a fence a few times but it didn’t sustain any damage. The package comes with 3 batteries offering about 15 minutes flight time each. You also get a complete set of replacement rotor-blades, and two double battery chargers. The control box uses 4 AA batteries, separate from the three drone rechargeable sets. It might be helpful to note the drone battery compartment door swings down, then slide in the battery, connect the wiring plug and swing up to close. I thought it pulled straight out and the diagrams were too small to tell. Even if you pull the door off, you can simply insert the door back in.
The initial set up includes mounting the landing struts first. Then if you are new like me, mount the blade guards. All of these press into place easily but you should also use the included tiny screws to ensure they won’t come off.
A few other built-in commands are really handy including making the drone go in a circle, making the drone do a 360 degree flip and a command to make the drone return to the point where it lifted off. You can make the drone move in any direction and you can make it speed up too. The default is low speed. I didn’t increase speeds yet. I’m waiting till I’m more proficient.
I admit one puzzling default is the drone starts out with a back to front fixed orientation. This means you must know which is the front when it is in the air and thus know which way to move the joystick. But there is a button for ‘Headless Mode’ which is important since in this mode the joystick movements will always mean what I expected This is to say that if I moved the stick right the drone moves right. There are other commands built in as well and it is a lot of fun to learn more about your drone as you gain skills.
I actually sent an email to support when I saw only two batteries. They responded within 12 hours to tell me the third battery was already in the drone, which it was. So I call that great support. I highly recommend this affordable, durable, well-designed and entertaining device.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The CORSAIR HS55 STEREO Gaming Headset delivers all-day comfort and quality with memory foam leatherette ear pads and custom-tuned 50mm neodymium audio drivers, without weighing you down thanks to lightweight construction. An omni-directional microphone picks up your voice loud and clear, with a convenient flip-to-mute function for even easier control. A 3.5mm audio connector and an included Y-cable adapter ensures wide compatibility with most devices, including PC, Mac, PS5 with Tempest 3D AudioTech support, PS4, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices, and more. Complete with on-ear volume control for convenient audio adjustments, you can press play on great audio with the HS55 STEREO.
Customer Rating
5
Soft Comfort and Crisp Sound
on August 5, 2022
Posted by: RalphHenry
I found this headset to be terrific. The design is sharp, solid and very functional. The audio was crisp and clear, the mic was easy to flip for mute and the earpads were heavenly.
It is a wired headset, however the unit comes with a special Y-wire connector so you can be sure to be compatible with any interface. The headset is very lightweight and the cord is almost 7 feet long; allowing me to stand up if I need to reach something or just to unwind my legs.
I used this headset on several game sessions of over 2 hours. I had no head pinching pain. I wear glasses so for me it is important that the earcups don’t squeeze in too much but still hold firmly to my head. This headset was very comfortable for me and had nice adjustment capability. I also snuck in a couple zoom meetings and the headset including the mic worked perfectly. At this relatively low price point, I think it is the best headset I have used.
I would highly recommend this nicely designed headset that has great sound, super soft earcups, and is easy to wear for folks with glasses.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
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2 out of 5
2 out of 5Took it back
By kenn
After setup was complete, the computer suffered many glitches, both in hardware and software. E.g. the computer kept disconnecting from my Wi-Fi and I had to go in and retype the password. Computer locked up several times and I had to unplug it to shut it down so I could reboot it. Much of my software apps displays were incredibly small and I could find no way to change them. These were just a few of the most glaring examples.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
You Can Change Size of Objects & Text
December 27, 2015
The ultra HD display can be adjusted. Go to Settings, System (Display is in there), Advanced Display Settings and change the resolution to 1920x1080. Then continue on to Advanced Sizing of Text and Other Items; now click on 'Set a custom scaling level' (blue text) and select 110%. Now everything will be correct. Most apps don't work well with the Ultra HD yet. But your machine will be powerful as new Apps come out. Once the machine updates to latest Windows 10, you will find it great.
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Fitbit One Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker: Measure your activity day and night with Fitbit One, a sleek device that goes beyond the traditional pedometer. Get motivated to reach your goals by making small changes to your daily life, like taking extra steps throughout the day or learning how to sleep more soundly at night.
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1 out of 5
1 out of 5Great Product at First
By Merv
Worked great in the beginning but had trouble keeping battery power and is dead now and will not recharge. Also not easy to clip on. The band included to wear on your wrist is 4" thick at least and not practical. It would have been better to purchase on of the wrist versions versus the one. I hope Best Buy will allow me to exchange due to the default.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
FitBit One Wide Band
January 22, 2016
You do realize the wide band is ideal for sleep monitoring as it is very comfortable on the wrist all night. It is not a watch band. Also various suppliers make a band that the Fitbit One can snap into and then it can be worn as a watch. SO if you like the Fitbit otherwise, just get the watch band for it.
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Fitbit One Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker: Measure your activity day and night with Fitbit One, a sleek device that goes beyond the traditional pedometer. Get motivated to reach your goals by making small changes to your daily life, like taking extra steps throughout the day or learning how to sleep more soundly at night.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5CONSTANT PROBLEMS WITH SYNCING
By loyalcustomer
from Davenport, FL
little support from Fitbit regarding syncing problems as module appears to be not always functioning during sync. No real solutions received that are workable. Long time getting responses from Fitbit.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Syncing Fitbit One
January 22, 2016
I noticed trouble syncing and it seemed if you have the application open and the Fitbit is connected to your PC, then it won't sync with your phone and vice versa. Not sure if that is an error or the design. Once application closed on PC now the phone sync'd in a couple seconds. So maybe this is what some people are seeing?
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Highest Quality and Top Features
By RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
This AIO has superior resolution to others. Some reviews spoke about a text problem, however you can improve the text via going to settings, display, advanced and 'cleartype text' and follow the steps. Also has 3D display capability which is good for future needs for me. Sound is nice with Jensen speakers. Touch screen is great. WIFI is super and has both 2.4 and 5 GHz ranges with Wireless AC. Very quiet fan. Lenovo support has regressed but is do-able I asked a simple question and the tech had no idea, also the website seems broken in the support area; glad I got Geek Squad. But this AIO is one great machine. price is very reasonable for what you get. Love it.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Intel Has Fix for Display Errors
March 7, 2016
Here's good news after I called and got an update from Lenovo support. The problem of getting errors such as "Display driver has stopped responding and has recovered..." seems to be fixed. But the Lenovo support site does not have the driver version to install since it is still in 'maintenance' or Beta test. However you can get the driver from Intel for their 530 graphics hardware at https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/25620/Intel-Graphics-Driver-for-Windows-7-8-1-10-15-40-6th-Gen-?v=t
The driver version is 20.19.15.4352 (you're probably using 4300). Now if you download the driver and run the driver install as you normally do under Windows it will say either you are already at the most current driver level or that your manufacturer has not ok'd the use of this level. But the Lenovo tech helped me install it. Basically you need to go to Device manager, select the Intel HiDef Graphics 530, and click to update the driver. Select to install from your computer and say you have a disk and then select the folder where you unzipped the new 4352 driver stuff. Now it will install this driver. I have not seen the display driver error message any more so it appears that this driver fixes things. I had tried all kinds of combinations of settings for the NVDIA driver (there are two display drivers) in conjunction with the Intel driver thinking that the interaction caused the problems. But hopefully this driver level will work. Call Lenovo if you don't want to try to install it yourself.
The driver version is 20.19.15.4352 (you're probably using 4300). Now if you download the driver and run the driver install as you normally do under Windows it will say either you are already at the most current driver level or that your manufacturer has not ok'd the use of this level. But the Lenovo tech helped me install it. Basically you need to go to Device manager, select the Intel HiDef Graphics 530, and click to update the driver. Select to install from your computer and say you have a disk and then select the folder where you unzipped the new 4352 driver stuff. Now it will install this driver. I have not seen the display driver error message any more so it appears that this driver fixes things. I had tried all kinds of combinations of settings for the NVDIA driver (there are two display drivers) in conjunction with the Intel driver thinking that the interaction caused the problems. But hopefully this driver level will work. Call Lenovo if you don't want to try to install it yourself.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall
3 out of 5
3 out of 5Good but some issues
By Mike944
The 4K screen is what sold me. However, it has a lot of glare and not as stunning as you would think for it being 4k display. Also, the video card seems to crash and recover randomly. The system stays on and it recovers well on its own, but it seems to do this regularly nonetheless. Also the keyboard is a very flat, chiclet laptop style keyboard with next to no key travel, resulting in a lot of typing errors. I do not care for this type of keyboard. Otherwise, the performance is pretty snappy with no lag and Windows 10 is a huge improvement over 8.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Graphics Card Problem Fixed
March 19, 2016
I had the same problem with video card crash and recover. Finally a fix is available I have it installed for 2 weeks and not a single error. You have to download a driver from Intel for 530, it is level 20.19.15.4352 You cannot get it from the Lenovo support site because it is a Beta driver. I stumbled into it because I called IBM support and happened to get a tech who knew about it. Go here to find the driver https://downloadcenter.intel.com/product/88345/Intel-HD-Graphics-530-for-6th-Generation-Intel-Core-Processors Now you need to update the driver but the normal procedure ( go to driver tab in Device Manager...) will result in a message saying you can't install this driver... But if you go to the Device Manager and then right click the device then click on 'update driver software', then flow through browsing on your computer and say 'have disk'... and point where you unzipped the file; it will install it. If you can't weave through the steps just call Lenovo and the tech will show you or Best Buy Geek will show you. I've tested it and it works fine, great not to see those video crash and recovered errors.
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Huawei Smartwatch: Stay connected on the go with this smartwatch, which provides helpful notifications when you receive calls, texts and app alerts on your compatible Apple iOS or Android device. You can control functions just by saying "OK Google" and speaking your commands. Plus, meet your health and fitness goals with a built-in activity tracker with heart rate monitor.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5No service after purchase
By Mako50
Bought this watch in november 2015, button has already fallen off without any damage or abuse and best buy wont do anything unless you buy their replacement plan, which goes for every item in their store, no replace plan=your on your own to deal with manufacturers, and this huawei watch is unrepairable at the factory- they told me since the button fell off my warranty is voided WTF and cant even be repaired if i pay, basically 3 months use now its a $400 paperweight
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Seems Like Phony Customer Support
March 25, 2016
I had to laugh, the comment from their Customer Support, says sorry for frustration and then cleverly says they'll go ahead and solve your problem by contacting their Customer Support? Yikes, what the @$#&^@.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Good Computer BUT
By BBPurchaser071
After purchasing, the specs on the graphics card is GTX 950A, NOT A 950.Looking up the specs of the 950A, here is what is on NVIDA site: We recommend the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950A for gaming with highest details at resolutions up to, and including, 1280x720. Why would they put in a graphics card in a 4K monitor that can only support great quality up to 1280X720. Taking it back to store.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
This PC has Two Graphics Cards
June 5, 2016
You make a good point. This PC has two graphics cards and the other is the Intel HD 530 but I see it recommends only up to 1366x768. I know the display is supposed to handle 3840x2160 and you can select this setting and it works fine. I'm wondering if the limits on each card are overcome because you have both graphics cards? Maybe the manufacturers just undershoot the real capability? Anyway my Lenovo AIO 700 works great and I love it. For the money it is the best deal. I do know that you have to install a new driver for the HD 530, make sure you have 20.19.15.4352 (this is a Beta driver you can get from Intel) If you don't get it, you will get frequent from the HD 530.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Worst Computer Ever
By Disappointed
This computer is very aesthetically pleasing and has great specs. The 4k screen is very nice and the accessories work great.
However...
1.
This computer constantly is crashing citing a graphics card error. Simply browsing the internet or typing a Word document and the screen will constantly be crashing.
2.
The computer will not let me install updates and programs are constantly freezing and crashing. The only programs I have installed are Kaspersky protection suite and Microsoft Office suite.
**One day I turned on my computer and attempted to create a Word document only to find that the computer had deleted the entire office suite! There is no trace it ever existed.
3.
Simple tasks such as opening a program take a ridiculous amount of time. For a solid state hard drive, opening Windows Explorer takes on average 5 MINUTES!!! I have nothing saved on this computer!
1.
This computer constantly is crashing citing a graphics card error. Simply browsing the internet or typing a Word document and the screen will constantly be crashing.
2.
The computer will not let me install updates and programs are constantly freezing and crashing. The only programs I have installed are Kaspersky protection suite and Microsoft Office suite.
**One day I turned on my computer and attempted to create a Word document only to find that the computer had deleted the entire office suite! There is no trace it ever existed.
3.
Simple tasks such as opening a program take a ridiculous amount of time. For a solid state hard drive, opening Windows Explorer takes on average 5 MINUTES!!! I have nothing saved on this computer!
I took my computer into Best Buy and paid $150 and they said that they could not find any problem. I will be returning this computer.
DO NOT BUY
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Display Error Problem Fixed
August 12, 2016
I once worked at Lenovo & IBM and know a little about display drivers. The problem here is Lenovo's support site recommends the wrong driver level for the Intel 530 Display Driver. All you need to do to automatically fix this is use the Intel Driver Update Utility. Download it and it will show a list of recommend driver updates. For starters just choose the display driver update. At this time it will install level 20.19.15.4463 -> all your problems will go away. You can also let it install any other drivers it may find are down level. It is great. Here is the link to download the utility: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/24345/Intel-Driver-Update-Utility By the way, for this computer to allow stuff I use like Windows Live to look better, I change the screen resolution to 1920x1080 and set the text scaling level to 110%. At the price, this is a super wonderful computer but need to make the changes I suggest.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre All-In-One Computer: With Wireless-AC networking, this all-in-one computer makes it easy to browse Web sites, access social media and check your e-mail. The 23.8" capacitive multitouch screen lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers and presents your favorite films in 4K UHD resolution. The revolutionary Intel® RealSense™ 3D camera lets you scan 3D objects, use gestures to control your PC or play games and more.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5great but blinks on and off
By skinnysimmon
I like the computer but when schooling up and down sometimes it blinks on and off
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Easily Fixed
August 12, 2016
I once worked at Lenovo & IBM and know a little about display drivers. The problem here is Lenovo's support site recommends the wrong driver level for the Intel 530 Display Driver. All you need to do to automatically fix this is use the Intel Driver Update Utility. Download it and it will show a list of recommend driver updates. For starters just choose the display driver update. At this time it will install level 20.19.15.4463 -> all your problems will go away. You can also let it install any other drivers it may find are down level. It is great. Here is the link to download the utility: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/24345/Intel-Driver-Update-Utility
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HP Pavilion Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Take your entertainment on the go with this HP Pavilion laptop. Its 360-degree hinge lets you shift between four viewing modes, giving you a variety of options for work, viewing and playing. Featuring a quad-core processor, HP audio boost and a responsive touch screen, this HP Pavilion laptop provides a more enjoyable computing experience.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Terrific 2 in 1 Just Make 1 Change
By RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
This is a steal especially at the sale price. Beautiful touchscreen display, quad core processor albeit not the fastest but 4 cores and made by Intel so not power hungry. Dual Band AC WiFi which is important. Also very solid build, great keyboard. Only thing that slowed it down was 5400 rpm 500GB HDD. Some reviews said slow and it was a bit, but pop in an SSD and it flies super fast. You can use a free program like EASEUS to clone the HDD exactly to the SSD, including the recovery partition etc. Now you keep the old HDD as your instant backup image if needed. 4GB memory appears to be enough. Great function as tablet or tent or normal PC. Very portable which was one of my needs. If you want to step up, get HP's 13.3 inch same as this just bigger, 6GB memory but same tired old 5400 rpm drive problem but you can fix that with an SSD; and this more expensive one has a 6th gen core i3. I couldn't afford the bigger one, but I also liked the smaller 11.6 display anyway. Both have IPS display technology - great.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
SSD Can be Swapped in Here's How
August 13, 2016
I did see the instructions you refer to and they are for an x360 Notebook. It is confusing, as this PC is an x360 2in1. HP does take you to the wrong place. But I looked further and HP does provide a Hardware Maintenance Manual for the x360 2/1. It shows you exactly how to get inside and replace anything from the battery to memory to the HDD. I will paste in the link to the manual and it shows you each step. But I'll give you an overview. You do have to be careful but it is not too difficult. First before removing anything I used a free program called EASEUS Backup which cloned the 500 GB HDD to a 500 GB SSD (it makes it identical including the recovery partition). You do need a USB cable to attach the SSD to a USB port on this PC to make the clone. Then basically you remove 12 screws on the bottom and flip it face up and gently pry the keyboard up first at the hinge end. Don't pull the keyboard off all the way as you have to remove two flat cables from their ZIF connectors. ZIF connectors are easy to release but you do have to notice which side of the connector that you flip up. It is easier if someone holds the keyboard up slightly while you release the ZIF's. I was able to do it myself. Once the keyboard is off, you remove 2 screws from the HDD (it says 4 but I only saw 2 screws) and also another ZIF cable to release the HDD from the board. You will have to take the bracket and the cable plug off the hard drive and put them on the SSD. Then reverse the process. I did read that things like memory are not accessible but the HMM also shows you how to remove a shield a small board and boom there is the single 4GB memory card. You can put in an 8GB memory card but I didn't since the SSD gives you tremendous speed improvement that the memory upgrade will only give you slight improvement. Now the link to the 90 page Maintenance & Service Guide (I also saved it to my desktop): http://support.hp.com/us-en/search?q=HP%20Pavilion%20x360%20m1-u001dx%20maintenance%20and%20service%20guide&filter=&product=11084072&pname=HP%20Pavilion%20x360%20m1-u001dx%20(ENERGY%20STAR) If you are concerned, BBuy should be able to do it for you with your cloned SSD for a small fee. There are lots of videos of people doing this level of stuff on the smaller 2/1 laptops, tablets and cell phones that seemingly are not accessible.. I did watch one on ZIF connectors.
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Night Owl is excited to offer our U.S. designed and engineered 4K Wi-Fi Bluetooth Network Video Recorder with Wi-Fi IP 4K Spotlight Cameras and Pre-Installed Hard Drive. With secure app-based Bluetooth setup, there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing (optional). You can easily configure your system right from the app on your smartphone or tablet with the Bluetooth connection. While a TV or monitor is not required, with Google Assistant you can use simple voice commands to stream camera footage directly to your TV or monitor, all while remaining hands free. Each camera has 2-Way audio (talk and listen) as well as a built-in siren and preset voice alerts. From within the app, you can easily activate the built-in siren, startling intruders and sending them packing. Have a guest but can’t get to them? Use a preset voice alert to let them know! Smart detection technology including human detection, facial capture, and vehicle alerts reduce the risk of false alarms, keeping you safe and well protected. Facial capture lets you see who is on your property by snapping a photo and sending the image to your Smart Device. Motion-activated dual spotlights flood your yard with bright lights when human motion is detected, instantly warding off trespassers. Proudly designed and engineered in the USA, our security system uses a built-in wireless connection for uninterrupted viewing with no delays. Our app gives you control of your system and easy access to your recordings, regardless of where you are. Night Owl never charges fees for storage or access to your videos. All recordings are securely stored on a pre-installed hard drive for convenience. You can view and download the recordings as you need them. This system provides the latest technology to give you the ultimate security experience. NOTE: Your Wi-Fi recorder is compatible with our BWNIP2 (Wire Free), WNIP2 (Wi-Fi IP) and WNIP8 (Wi-Fi IP) Series devices and is not backward compatible with other Night Owl products.
Can I add more cameras
Yes you can connect more cameras. In fact the default was to display 8 cameras and I had to set it back to 4.
2 years, 7 months ago
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RalphHenry
The minute you put on Bose QuietComfort 45 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, you feel it — the iconic quiet that allows you to concentrate on your music or work on your passion projects. Plus, with these wireless headphones, you can experience the comfort and crystal-clear sound that can only come from Bose headphones. The soft, plush cushions of these Bose over ear wireless headphones seal you in. Then you flip the switch and whoosh — the world fades. The music starts. It’s love at first listen. The original Bluetooth headphones are back, now with signature active noise cancelling technology and premium comfort. Plus proprietary technology for deep, clear sound, and adjustable EQ so you can tune your music to your liking. Bose QuietComfort 45 over-ear headphones. An icon reborn.
Does this set(QC45) need an adapter to connect with the TV screen on airplanes? Is it included? I saw an adapter when I looked at the QC35II, will it work with this model?
I think you mean the normal 3.5mm jack/cable which you use when Bluetooth wireless is not available. Yes this cable is included with the QC45 as well as the QC35II.
2 years, 8 months ago
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RalphHenry
The Nutribullet GO Cordless Blender has a compact and ergonomic design, ideal for those on the go! The 2000mAH battery offers up to 20 blending cycles before needing to be recharged. The 13oz cups are the perfect size for personal smoothies or protein shakes and with 18000 RPMs you can be confident your smoothies will come out tasting delicious! Our base even comes with a blade protector so you can feel confident putting this in a backpack or bag.
What’s the voltage on this product?
Protect your home with this ALC Observer touchscreen wireless surveillance system. An easy-to-install weatherproof outdoor camera captures footage of potential intruders in Full HD resolution and sends automated alerts when triggered. This ALC Observer touchscreen wireless surveillance system has a 7-inch monitor that lets you watch recorded footage and monitor live feeds.
Can I hook my alc observe hd up to a computer monitor
I have done it. The base unit will look like a PC to your TV or to a monitor. The included mouse will be your input device.
3 years ago
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RalphHenry
Say Hello to Cleaner, Fresher Indoor Air—24/7.Monitor and clean your air 24/7 with the Filtrete™ 310 Sq. Ft. Smart Air Purifier for Large Rooms from the most trusted HVAC filter brand in America*. These easy-to-use connected devices automatically improve the quality of the air you breathe, taking action when air quality issues arise at home. The devices also integrate seamlessly with the Filtrete™ Smart App, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and other smart home products.With so much bad stuff in our indoor air, why not choose an air purifier and filter to help keep your home’s air cleaner and fresher?Included with each Filtrete™ Smart Air Purifier is a True HEPA filter, which captures 99.97% of airborne particles**, such as allergens, dust, lint, mold spores, bacteria, viruses and pet dander. Plus, every filter is electrostatically engineered to pull in and trap microscopic airborne particles. Many of those particles are 1000x smaller than you can see.Give yourself some peace of mind with a sleek Filtrete™ Smart Air Purifier that automatically monitors, reacts and purifies air in large rooms.
How much do replacement filters cost?
Only $10-$15 for the F1 and you can buy them at Home Depot or Walmart or online.
3 years, 1 month ago
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RalphHenry
Anker Soundcore Rave Neo Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Lights, BassUp Technology, Sync 100+ Speakers, 18H Playtime
What are the measurements for this Bluetooth?
11 inches high, 7 inches wide and 4 3/4 inches deep. This does not count the nylon handle which can be tucked down behind the unit when not in use.
3 years, 6 months ago
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RalphHenry
Now that quality you've come to love from GE is available right on your countertop, thanks to GE Appliances blenders, available in both Standard and Immersion designs. Our immersion blenders are ideal for one-handed operation, and available whisk and chopping attachments make whipping up family meals a cinch. You can even take it with you to help make kitchen magic on the go. GE Appliances standard blenders are the perfect addition to any kitchen and have the power to blend through tough ingredients to make delicious shakes, sauces and purées. The available personal blending cups are perfect for your morning smoothie and help make clean-up a snap. Make your blending experience a snap with help from GE Appliances, a brand you trust.
Is the jar glass or plastic?
Plastic. The two included smoothie cups are also plastic.
3 years, 7 months ago
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RalphHenry
Always ready to entertain with the Bella Pro Series 18-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker. The 1200-watt brewing system quickly brews 18 5-oz. cups of coffee in minutes, making it ideal for large family gatherings or parties. 1 - 4 cup feature for large carafe taste in a smaller batch and brew strength selector for a high quality, customized brew. Prepare ahead of time by programming up to 24 hours in advance. Adjustable 30 minute to 4-hour automatic shut off for added safety. No time to wait for the whole pot? Grab a quick mug while brewing with the pause and serve feature. The special cleaning cycle extends product life while ensure coffee is always at its optimum flavor. Sustainable and reusable permanent filter basket and measuring spoon included.
What are the exact measurements of this appliance. Hard to purchase without knowing if it will fit on your countertop/
Good question, here's the answer: 15 inches high x11.5 inches wide x 9 inches deep
3 years, 7 months ago
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RalphHenry
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.
Did this product come with instruction booklet ? Just the product was in the box
Yes, it came with instructions and also there are some recipes regarding timing for various foods. Here's a link to a similar Bella unit. https://bellahousewares.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/90124-BElla-Pro-4.3QT-Air-Fryer-Stainless-Steel-IM-r1-LR.pdf
3 years, 8 months ago
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RalphHenry
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.
Which software does the M500s use to customize the buttons? Conflicting information shows Logitech SetPoint if you look under their website, but guidance only goes up to windows 8. Package says Logitech Options but this isn’t On the Options device list
The M500s uses the Logitech Options Software. It is on the site, you may have just missed it for some reason. When you go to Logitech.com/options, click on Support, then Downloads. Now click on downloads in the top menu (I know this seems screwy) but when you hit downloads on this page you will then click on Logitech Options again, then click to download it. It is easy to make miss this. This link will take you directly to the page to download the Logitech Options for Windows 10: https://support.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360025297893
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