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- First reviewNovember 17, 2012
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This is more than just a speaker - it's a journey. Starting from the very basic elements of sound and speakers, your children will build a deeper understanding as they move toward assembling their Speaker Cube. At every step, exploration is encouraged and curiosity is rewarded.
Customer Rating
4
Great if you have an iOS Device
on June 4, 2017
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Please note, you need an Apple iPhone or iPad to get the most out of this kit. I really wish they had multiple platforms, for the app. Hopefully in the near future they will. But check to see if this has changed because without iOS device it limits the fun you can.
That said I had fun with my kids putting this together, and playing with it hence the higher rating. We had an enjoyable afternoon with laughs, the learning though would have been better with the app as well as having some more experiments.
Overall not a bad little speaker that the kids can play with, just could have been improved with having the app on multiple platforms.
Still an afternoon having fun with the kids is worth at least four stars for me.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
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Add stability to your home network with the Amped Wireless HELIOS-EX Wi-Fi Extender. With DirectLink technology, it avoids signal loss by adding another 5GHz Wi-Fi channel to the standard setup, which it then uses strictly for receiving signal from the source. This Amped Wireless HELIOS-EX Wi-Fi Extender covers an area of up to 12,000 sq. ft. and includes four Gigabit network ports.
Customer Rating
5
Great Wireless Extender
on May 7, 2017
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is definitely a great wireless extender that can be used to extend your home network. This device has some great features, first and foremost a switch to turn of the LED's on the device. This is something I wish more makers of electronics would do, provide a way to shutoff the LED's. This device is already winning me over.
Setup was great. It was simple and unlike other device manufactures who think we want to use our phones to setup these devices and hide all the settings from us, Amped Wireless didn't. I could connect easily to the device from my desktop computer, (which was a distance away. The Radio's on this thing are rocking) and get it setup. They make it fairly easy to get going and get connected to my home network. Once it was extending my wireless network, I then modified the standard setup to meet my needs and another nice thing is, it allowed me to not reboot after every setting change, something else I wish wireless routers would do more of, since I change I a lot of the settings to suit my needs. Once I did that and reboot its rocking on my network. The only downside, is it is truly an extender, so unlike mesh wireless routers you see you get multiple networks one for your main network and one for your extended network, so if you like walking around with the device you'll need to setup both profiles and expect a small disconnect and switch over as you roam. That is the only downside, however I'm using this to extend my network and bring some CAT-5 connections to devices I have in my upstairs bedroom and office. I don't have an issue with this, but others who might want seamless roaming this might not be the device for you.
That one downside covered this is a great device. It has all the modern needs, MU-MIMO, numerous bands to feed devices at a great throughput and it is powerful.
Other nice features is the ability to control the power output if you don't want to bleed your signal into next week. This is device can transmit. My Desktop which is no where near the dead spot that is upstairs bedroom had no problem talking to Amped Wireless extender.
To test the device I a USB hard drive connected to my main router, and the speed difference from the desktop over Ethernet directly to the usb hard drive and over wireless via the extender, rooms away was about 5MB/s. Not much difference at all for a 2GB file. This is something I consider great that both the Ethernet connection and wireless were able to MAX out the USB Hard drive buffer and get a constant flow is wonderful, esp. considering the Desktop computer was not placed near the wireless extender. This is a wonderful device with only the con of not being able to do seamless roaming, but with 4 ports for Ethernet connections and USB 3.0 connection for devices on the back and able to extend my network and root all dead spots in my home this is a perfect device and I don't hesitate at recommending it in the least. Please note my main router is a Linksys EA9500, which is a high end monster of a router, so mileage may vary depending on house and wireless router used to extend the network and how many neighbors you have nearby taking up open channels.
Setup was great. It was simple and unlike other device manufactures who think we want to use our phones to setup these devices and hide all the settings from us, Amped Wireless didn't. I could connect easily to the device from my desktop computer, (which was a distance away. The Radio's on this thing are rocking) and get it setup. They make it fairly easy to get going and get connected to my home network. Once it was extending my wireless network, I then modified the standard setup to meet my needs and another nice thing is, it allowed me to not reboot after every setting change, something else I wish wireless routers would do more of, since I change I a lot of the settings to suit my needs. Once I did that and reboot its rocking on my network. The only downside, is it is truly an extender, so unlike mesh wireless routers you see you get multiple networks one for your main network and one for your extended network, so if you like walking around with the device you'll need to setup both profiles and expect a small disconnect and switch over as you roam. That is the only downside, however I'm using this to extend my network and bring some CAT-5 connections to devices I have in my upstairs bedroom and office. I don't have an issue with this, but others who might want seamless roaming this might not be the device for you.
That one downside covered this is a great device. It has all the modern needs, MU-MIMO, numerous bands to feed devices at a great throughput and it is powerful.
Other nice features is the ability to control the power output if you don't want to bleed your signal into next week. This is device can transmit. My Desktop which is no where near the dead spot that is upstairs bedroom had no problem talking to Amped Wireless extender.
To test the device I a USB hard drive connected to my main router, and the speed difference from the desktop over Ethernet directly to the usb hard drive and over wireless via the extender, rooms away was about 5MB/s. Not much difference at all for a 2GB file. This is something I consider great that both the Ethernet connection and wireless were able to MAX out the USB Hard drive buffer and get a constant flow is wonderful, esp. considering the Desktop computer was not placed near the wireless extender. This is a wonderful device with only the con of not being able to do seamless roaming, but with 4 ports for Ethernet connections and USB 3.0 connection for devices on the back and able to extend my network and root all dead spots in my home this is a perfect device and I don't hesitate at recommending it in the least. Please note my main router is a Linksys EA9500, which is a high end monster of a router, so mileage may vary depending on house and wireless router used to extend the network and how many neighbors you have nearby taking up open channels.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience immersive entertainment options with this Sony 4K Blu-ray player. Its Ultra HD resolution provides exceptionally detailed screen images with increased brightness and more realistic color, and its support of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X provides cinema-quality sound. This Sony 4K Blu-ray player supports high-resolution audio formats for more accurate music reproduction.
Customer Rating
5
Great 4K Blu Ray Player
on May 7, 2017
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a great upgrade from my old standard Blue-Ray player. The Blu-ray player is fast, unlike my older Sony model, turning on and starting Blu-Rays in seconds vs. minutes. The addition of network channels like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Vudu means I can move an older Roku player I had to a spare TV in the guest room and use this, so an added bonus I can reduce my device count and remotes needed. It streamed just as well as Roku, without any issues in my tests and the picture was great. It was responsive so I was happy with that. Additionally it found my NAS on the network and I was able to connect to that and stream some of the videos I have of the kids without any issue. Again a great bonus as I can once again reduce my device count in the living room.
Playing BluRays I have no complaints. As I stated, it started quickly and I was able to get right into the videos without an issue. Picture was great and played without issue which is what I want in a BluRay player. This is a top notch device and if you are looking for a single device to do a lot and give you a great picture in an easy interface this is the device.
As an added touch Sony added a Miracast (Screen Mirroring) to the device so you can connect your Android Phone and PC to your TV to show pictures etc. Again nice add one.
The one add-on though that sold me though was the Bluetooth connectivity. I can pair my Bluetooth headphones and listen to the movie late at night without waking the household. This is an awesome feature that I wasn't expecting that made this device 5 stars for me. Being able to connect my headphones, and watch my content on my TV with out worrying about the waking the house is awesome. Top notch feature that I hope to see more of in the future.
Again if you need a 4K BluRay player. This is the one.
Playing BluRays I have no complaints. As I stated, it started quickly and I was able to get right into the videos without an issue. Picture was great and played without issue which is what I want in a BluRay player. This is a top notch device and if you are looking for a single device to do a lot and give you a great picture in an easy interface this is the device.
As an added touch Sony added a Miracast (Screen Mirroring) to the device so you can connect your Android Phone and PC to your TV to show pictures etc. Again nice add one.
The one add-on though that sold me though was the Bluetooth connectivity. I can pair my Bluetooth headphones and listen to the movie late at night without waking the household. This is an awesome feature that I wasn't expecting that made this device 5 stars for me. Being able to connect my headphones, and watch my content on my TV with out worrying about the waking the house is awesome. Top notch feature that I hope to see more of in the future.
Again if you need a 4K BluRay player. This is the one.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
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Panasonic Nanoe Hair Dryer: Achieve your perfect style with this versatile blow dryer's 2 speeds, 3 heat settings and 3 included nozzles. Nanoe technology adds volume and infuses moisture for dry hair that won't dry out.
Customer Rating
5
Cool Hairdryer
on May 7, 2017
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
I'm not a stylist or an expert in things. In fact before this hair dryer I was using the cheapie one you get at a drug store, thinking what is the difference. The difference is big. This was an awesome hair dyer. It not only gets my hair dryer faster, but it doesn't seem to get brittle and stays nice all day. Same with my daughters hair when I help her blow dry, instead of getting dry and tangled it stays poufy and not at all tangled, making it easier for her to manage. This is just awesome. I love this dryer. Has all the features I need for my simple get my hair dry and get going. It does what I want and does it well. Can't ask for anything else.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
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Deep. Loud. And immersive, too. SoundLink Revolve+, the best-performing portable Bluetooth speaker from Bose, delivers true 360° sound for consistent, uniform coverage. Place it in the center of the room to give everyone the same experience. Or set it near a wall so sound radiates and reflects. This wireless speaker is durable, water-resistant and easy to grab and go - with a rechargeable battery that plays up to 16 hours.
Customer Rating
5
This can Bring the House down
on April 2, 2017
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
First time testing this in the house was happy with the music, but it was bedtime for the kids so I forgot my phone was connected via Bluetooth and went upstairs with them to get them ready, well they asked about a recent movie coming out so I pulled up the trailer on my phone and forgot about the connection. At first didn't hear anything, so I turned my phone up, all of a sudden I felt the bass through the floor and could hear fairly clearly through closed doors the dialog. At that point I was impressed, esp. the feeling of the bass. This is a great speaker, easy to move around with wonderful sound. Battery lasts. I tested it running music through it all day and my phones died before this did. This will be my go-to now when people come over, or we go someplace, sit outside. So easy to grab and go and control. I like it so much I've been using it instead of headphones on my desktop computer when I game. There is something nice about really feeling the booms. Now I'm not an audiophile in the least. I can't tell if this has good bass vs. treble or whatever it is people with better hearing then mine look for. I can tell you it has good range. Music to action sound great and clear and at full volume this thing can shake it. For a portable speaker its a total win, and that handle make it so easy to tote around. It also can connect to devices via a standard AUX or USB connection. I haven't tested those, but I'm sure they work fine.
Setup was easy, esp. if you have an Android or IOS device handy as they have an app to control pairing/firmware updates.
This also doubles as a phone speaker for calls. Seemed to work fine for the quick call I tested. No complaints for the other side, so some additional fun if you want to call grandma. Easy to get everyone around to talk.
Bluetooth pairing wasn't an issue at all, fairly easy overall. The device just worked for me and that is a huge plus.
Overall this is best Bluetooth speaker I've every heard/had in my life.
Setup was easy, esp. if you have an Android or IOS device handy as they have an app to control pairing/firmware updates.
This also doubles as a phone speaker for calls. Seemed to work fine for the quick call I tested. No complaints for the other side, so some additional fun if you want to call grandma. Easy to get everyone around to talk.
Bluetooth pairing wasn't an issue at all, fairly easy overall. The device just worked for me and that is a huge plus.
Overall this is best Bluetooth speaker I've every heard/had in my life.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Keep your SoundLink Revolve or Revolve+ Bluetooth speaker charged and ready to go, with the SoundLink Revolve charging dock. It’s a convenient home base for your speaker, and you can play your music while it charges. Just plug the wall charger included with your speaker into the cradle. Available in Black.
Customer Rating
4
A Must Have
on April 2, 2017
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a Must have to for the Revolve+ Bluetooth speaker. It makes it easy to keep it charged and ready for action, just place it on the dock, and grab and go when you need the tunes. It saves you from having to fiddle with the USB power connection in the back every time. If you get a Revolve+ get this docking station, it makes life easier. Just wish it came with its own AC adapter. Be nice to have a spare for travel, but that is the worse I can say for this, I consider it a must have. Wish all my stuff that needed charging had docks like this. Makes life very easy.
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Head from hardwood to carpet for quick-and-easy full-house cleanups with this Dyson V7 Motorhead vacuum in hand. The direct-drive cleaner head dives deep into your rugs, getting up dirt from even hard-to-reach spaces. Disconnect the handle of this Dyson V7 Motorhead vacuum, and you've got a cordless handheld vac for simple sweep-ups of spills.
Customer Rating
1
Overall Unimpressed with Dyson V7
on March 19, 2017
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Overall I am unimpressed, with Dyson V7 and the Company itself. The V7 is a small, and light product. The cordless feature appealed to me to help with quick cleanup especially in the car where getting the shop vac out can be a hassle. However after using the product I think the shop vac is easier. The good is, they aren't lying when they say the vac runs at full power until no charge. That is nice. From the beginning to the end you get full power. However if you use max suction it will be less then 30 and about 30 minutes when on the slower speed. Hope you get what you want vacuumed in that period because then it takes a few hours to recharge fully for use.
If that was it, I'd be happy because a car can be done with that amount of charge, and the occasion mess pick up around the house again is within the charge amount. However I have noticed a few flaws in the device too. The finish had a paint chip missing showing low QA to allow that out, and if it wasn't QA it was in shipping. Though my box was fine, so I think that was bad QA.
Additionally they in include a wall dock to hand the V7 on the wall with the attachments. This would have been handy if they included the screws and anchors like there documentation said. DON'T EXPECT THE SCREWS AND ANCHORS.
After, talking with what Dyson, laughingly calls, 5-star service, all I got was after a run around. Yes the manual is wrong, and we aren't including the screws. With the support doing the minimum effort and not supporting there product, esp. to the tune for a buck worth of screws and anchors for the customer, I don't think I will ever support this company. Simple customer service, since they made the mistake in documentation, could have helped in getting me the screws.
If that was it, I'd be happy because a car can be done with that amount of charge, and the occasion mess pick up around the house again is within the charge amount. However I have noticed a few flaws in the device too. The finish had a paint chip missing showing low QA to allow that out, and if it wasn't QA it was in shipping. Though my box was fine, so I think that was bad QA.
Additionally they in include a wall dock to hand the V7 on the wall with the attachments. This would have been handy if they included the screws and anchors like there documentation said. DON'T EXPECT THE SCREWS AND ANCHORS.
After, talking with what Dyson, laughingly calls, 5-star service, all I got was after a run around. Yes the manual is wrong, and we aren't including the screws. With the support doing the minimum effort and not supporting there product, esp. to the tune for a buck worth of screws and anchors for the customer, I don't think I will ever support this company. Simple customer service, since they made the mistake in documentation, could have helped in getting me the screws.
Additionally after using this device a few times, my large hands may not be designed for this. After using it for 20 minutes in testing around the house my thumb, where it meets my palm, the done at that point was rubbed raw. So if you have normal size man hands and expect to hold the device to the length of the charge be prepared for some discomfort after using.
Because of the paint chip, poor customer service and the fact it doesn't fit my hands I can't support this product or recommend anyone else. The battery, while staying at power doesn't last long enough to be useful expect for some edge cases or quick clean up. Is uncomfortable to use and the lack of 5-star service all make Dyson a company I will avoid in the future. Esp. because of the customer service. I can over look the chip on the finish and thumb getting rubbed wrong, since it does vacuum well, but the poor customer service kills it. If there customer service actually provided service and the screws and anchors there documentation lists, I would have given it 4 stars with the caveats above as long as you understand the limited use for this. But because there customer service is anything but find a different company as this product does not shine over Dyson's lack of support.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Barbella was the best fitness trainer in all of Skylands. Not only did she possess otherworldly strength, she was also a firm believer that a healthy diet and exercise led to true happiness. With such a positive message to spread, Barbella decided to open her own fitness center called "Flex-a-lot", where she hoped to instill good eating and workout habits with all of her patrons. But one day, the gelatinous villain known as the Gulper destroyed her gym, and it took all of Barbella’s strength to keep it from collapsing while everyone fled to safety. It was then that Barbella realized that bad guys were more hazardous to your health than anything else, so she began to train in the ways of the Sentinel, where she quickly became one of the greatest masters in the world!
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from East Stroudsburg, PA
Its a Skylander and the kids love them. Its fun to play with them. Anything that brings us together is worth it.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
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The only thing that ever mattered to Chopscotch was mastering her weapon of choice, the giant axe, while rocking out to her favorite musical idol, Wolfgang. It never bothered her that she was short in stature or that all of the other ghouls in the Underworld laughed at the way she spoke in rhymes as she made up her own lyrics to Wolfgang’s guitar jams. So when Wolfgang joined the villainous Doom Raiders, she was devastated. But instead of letting it destroy her, she chose to put her axe skills to good use, and fought Wolfgang and his Moon Goons when they attempted to curse her entire town during an evil concert. Her willingness to stand up to her long time hero came as a surprise to everyone, and soon all of the villagers were speaking in rhymes in her honor. Soon after, she met Master Eon, who was so impressed at her fighting abilities and positive outlook that he recruited her as a Sensei for the Smasher Class. Now she teaches new Skylanders how to fight… and how to rhyme!
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Its a Skylander and the kids love them. Its fun to play with them. Anything that brings us together is worth it.
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At first glance, it’s easy to be frightened by Hood Sickle. Some say it’s his imposing stature that freaks them out. Others are unnerved by his menacing hood. But most just try to stay away from his long, sharp scythe – and it didn’t help that he had a bad habit of disappearing and then suddenly popping up behind unsuspecting people. In fact, the Trap Masters that locked him away in Cloudcracker Prison hoped they would never have to see him again. But Master Eon thought there might be a chance for Hood Sickle to change his ways. Everyone said Eon was crazy, but after spending time with the mysterious creep, Eon learned that Hood Sickle was actually not a bad guy – just really super spooky. Hood Sickle took his job of terrifying others very seriously, and Eon believed that perhaps he could bring a similar dedication to teaching others as a Sensei. Plus, he figured that Skylanders in training would certainly pay attention in his classes. This has all proven true, and Hood Sickle now teaches Sentinel Imaginators, who definitely hang on his every word. Or else.
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Its a Skylander, kids love them! I like them too, and have fun playing Skylanders with the kids.
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The reliable Brother HL-L3210CW compact digital color printer is a great choice for the busy home or small office. Quick print speeds of up to 19 pages per minute¹ plus manual feed slot accommodates varied printing needs and can handle a variety of paper types and sizes including card stock, envelopes and more. Connect with versatile options including built-in wireless or USB interfaces and print wirelessly from mobile devices. The 250-sheet capacity adjustable paper tray helps improve efficiency with fewer refills and handles letter or legal sized paper. Brother Genuine high-yield replacement toner cartridges help lower printing costs. Comes with a 1-year limited warranty and free online, call or live chat support for the life of your product. Prints up to 19 ppm¹ in black and up to 19 ppm¹ in color.
Does this printer have two trays, one letter and one legal?
Just has the one that can be setup for Legal or Letter.
4 years, 7 months ago
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Experience powerful graphics and virtual reality with this HP Pavilion gaming desktop. It has an AMD Ryzen processor to handle intense gaming, and the 16GB of DDR4 RAM provides fast processing speeds. This HP Pavilion gaming desktop has a 1TB hard drive and 128GB solid-state drive for a large game collection and quick boot times.
Does the OS come installed on the HDD? If so do we get a product key so that we can switch it to the SSD? And last, but not least, can I system reset the computer and reinstall the OS from scratch??? Thank you.
OS is installed on the SSD not the HDD. But you could change it I guess. However if you are planning on swapping the SSD to something larger, not this the SSD in this PC is M.2 SATA SSD and not the 2.5" Inch form factor.
As long you use the same Microsoft Account the OS Key will transfer based on the Microsoft account, no need to renter a key.
As long you use the same Microsoft Account the OS Key will transfer based on the Microsoft account, no need to renter a key.
5 years, 5 months ago
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OmieOne
Prep meals quickly with this Ninja Intelli-Sense system. A 1200W motor pulverizes ice cubes and vegetables and makes it easier to create everything from frozen drinks and fresh salsa to soups and sauces. Use the Auto-Spiralizer function on this Ninja Intelli-Sense system to turn zucchinis and other vegetables into healthy noodles.
It works for slice food? as zucchinis and carrots?
It won't create slices, but it will create noodle of them or chop them like a normal Cuisinart like device.
6 years, 7 months ago
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Create professional-looking documents with this Brother compact laser printer. Wireless capabilities let you connect the printer to multiple computers in your network, and the 250-page-capacity feed tray and 32 ppm print speed help you stay productive. This Brother compact laser printer generates two-sided black and white pages to save money.
Brother - Hl-l2360dw Wireless Mono Laser Printer - Can it run under Windows 10?
Yes, I had no problem setting it up using a Windows 10 Laptop and my other Laptops and desktops found the printer on the Wireless network right away and added the right driver without any issues, all are Windows 10 devices.
7 years, 3 months ago
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Listen to music on the go with these Sony wireless headphones. Their Bluetooth connectivity lets you stream music and take calls from compatible devices, and the built-in battery provides up to 9 hours of playback time on a single charge. Jam to your favorite tunes in comfort with the foldable, around-the-neck design of these Sony wireless headphones.
It mentions 9hr of battery life. Ignorant about wireless...is there a required charger? Does it come with headphones?
It comes with an USB Micro Cable. This can be plugged into a computer to charge (about 2 1/2 hours for full charge from 0%) or if you have a spare AC to USB connector (Comes with a lot of last Generation Android/Windows Phones) you can connect to the wall to charge.
7 years, 5 months ago
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Listen to music on the go with these Sony wireless headphones. Their Bluetooth connectivity lets you stream music and take calls from compatible devices, and the built-in battery provides up to 9 hours of playback time on a single charge. Jam to your favorite tunes in comfort with the foldable, around-the-neck design of these Sony wireless headphones.
Will these work with television or a sound bar?
These headphones will work with anything that can send an Audio signal OUT via bluetooth. Not aware of any TV's or Sound bars with this feature.
7 years, 5 months ago
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
If I wake this device up and my wife happens to rattle off our bank name and account number, is that information sent to Google to help improve their device's voice recognition? I am major worried about things like this with these devices
Once you say Hey Google, it will record and it gets stored on the Google Account associated with the device. Google does allow you to not only see what it has but delete it. They also added a H/W mute to prevent the device from recording. But yes they do store this information and use it.
7 years, 6 months ago
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Do I have to have a tablet or smart phone to activate this? Or, can I activate this from a laptop?
You need an Android (Phone or Tablet) or Apple (iPad/iPhone) device. Google unfortunately doesn't provide for use by Computer at this time and playing with the Android App I'd say you'd be better off with an Android device to get the most out this thing.
7 years, 6 months ago
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Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
does this replace my current router or work with it?
Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
Will it help to stop buffering?
This depends on why you are having buffering issues. If your buffering issues are because your internet is slow/ISP not able to deliver no. That is outside the house. However if you have a good ISP/bandwidth coming into the house then this can help, as it improves coverage and since MU-MIMO devices are better able to share wireless with multiple devices. You may still need/wish to upgrade the wireless cards to the newer AC ones that support MU-MIMO to get additional throughput but this may help.
7 years, 8 months ago
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