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Add high-end performance to your everyday life with the Google Pixel XL. A quad-core processor, a 5.5-inch LED screen and 32GB of memory ensure this phone is able to handle daily life, and Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protects the screen. Easy cloud storage ensures you never run out of space on the Google Pixel XL.
Customer Rating
3
Decent Hardware
on October 23, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Let me start of by stating that I just didn't like the stock Android Google shipped the phone with. I just couldn't get into it. After a day, I had to switch to another launcher and remove Pixel and Google Now, it just didn't fit with my style. I recognize it is me, so I am not downgrading the phone at all on the UI/Software even though that seems to be a big deal, the new Google assistant just didn't do it for me at all. I just didn't find it useful. I guess I'm getting old. However let me state that is me, and others I'm sure will love it. The nice thing is unlike other phones you not stuck with the default launcher, so Yay for that. Though I haven't found a launcher yet that is making me love this phone. Hopefully I will one day, until then lets move on the other aspects of this phone, because I'm sure my above issues with the UI is more me.
Hardware. Google found a good partner in a different OEM to build the phone for them. They did an excellent job. The phone is built solidly and size wise if this is the larger of the phones, this is the one to have, at least for my hands it fits perfect and the fingerprint sensor in the back is perfect. In fact I recommend making sure you get the senor to recognize both unlocking fingers on your left and the right hand to make 1 touch unlocking easy, because the one feature I like is when I pressing my finger on the senor it unlocks and turn my phone on. No reaching for the power button on the side. Very nice. Also under touch gestures enable the fingerprint senor on to drag down the notification bar, that too is handy.
I was worried when I saw the speakers on the bottom of the phone, I thought great, tinny and quiet. They are actually fairly loud and decent sounding. In my office I could stream music and hear it quiet clearly. So the speaker is of good quality and loudness.
The screen is great. I can use it outdoors in bright sunlight with minimal squinting at it, and watching a few movies/tv/videos on it I had no issues and everything looked great.
Nice to see the WiFi chipset support Wireless AC. That is a plus in my household.
In normal usage, watching videos, streaming music etc the phone would get a bit warm that my hands would notice it, but not hot. So Its nice to see the 821 handles itself quite well there.
Hardware. Google found a good partner in a different OEM to build the phone for them. They did an excellent job. The phone is built solidly and size wise if this is the larger of the phones, this is the one to have, at least for my hands it fits perfect and the fingerprint sensor in the back is perfect. In fact I recommend making sure you get the senor to recognize both unlocking fingers on your left and the right hand to make 1 touch unlocking easy, because the one feature I like is when I pressing my finger on the senor it unlocks and turn my phone on. No reaching for the power button on the side. Very nice. Also under touch gestures enable the fingerprint senor on to drag down the notification bar, that too is handy.
I was worried when I saw the speakers on the bottom of the phone, I thought great, tinny and quiet. They are actually fairly loud and decent sounding. In my office I could stream music and hear it quiet clearly. So the speaker is of good quality and loudness.
The screen is great. I can use it outdoors in bright sunlight with minimal squinting at it, and watching a few movies/tv/videos on it I had no issues and everything looked great.
Nice to see the WiFi chipset support Wireless AC. That is a plus in my household.
In normal usage, watching videos, streaming music etc the phone would get a bit warm that my hands would notice it, but not hot. So Its nice to see the 821 handles itself quite well there.
Now the downsides I found which is why I'm rating the phone as average:
For the size of the battery (and I admit, maybe after a few days it will improve, but so far no luck) using the phone as I normally would I can eek out about day of use. With the size battery they are packing I was hoping for at least a day and half, but that doesn't seem to be the case so that makes me a sad panda.
No slot for a MicroSD. If you are like me and travel and find yourself in situations without internet then the 32GB model may not be enough. If they had added a MicroSD slot it wouldn't be an issue, however in having this phone for 72, and just loading my normal Podcasts/Audiobooks/E-Books/Videos (Work and Leisure) I ran out of space and had to pair back. If you keep a lot of media on your device do yourself a favor and get the 128GB version.
Also it is a shame they do not have a dual sim model. It would be nice to not carry 2 phones.
For the size of the battery (and I admit, maybe after a few days it will improve, but so far no luck) using the phone as I normally would I can eek out about day of use. With the size battery they are packing I was hoping for at least a day and half, but that doesn't seem to be the case so that makes me a sad panda.
No slot for a MicroSD. If you are like me and travel and find yourself in situations without internet then the 32GB model may not be enough. If they had added a MicroSD slot it wouldn't be an issue, however in having this phone for 72, and just loading my normal Podcasts/Audiobooks/E-Books/Videos (Work and Leisure) I ran out of space and had to pair back. If you keep a lot of media on your device do yourself a favor and get the 128GB version.
Also it is a shame they do not have a dual sim model. It would be nice to not carry 2 phones.
Camera. A lot of people where down on the fact the camera didn't have Optical Image Stabilization. However Google via software worked around that and it is one of the better camera phones I've had to shot with. It is quick and takes good pictures. Not going to replace my DSLR anytime, but I don't mind grabbing this for taking a picture of the kids.
Overall it isn't a bad attempt for Google for hardware. It is solid hardware, and for a phone it is responsive. Mine didn't come with any Verizon installed apps, and appears completely unlocked, however that could be the early versions they grabbed whatever was handy, so your mileage my vary. If you do consider this phone (and for android this is one I would, if only because Google will update this monthly which is important because OS underlining Android is always being updated) do yourself a favor and get the 128GB version so you have space to store your media and apps.
Overall it isn't a bad attempt for Google for hardware. It is solid hardware, and for a phone it is responsive. Mine didn't come with any Verizon installed apps, and appears completely unlocked, however that could be the early versions they grabbed whatever was handy, so your mileage my vary. If you do consider this phone (and for android this is one I would, if only because Google will update this monthly which is important because OS underlining Android is always being updated) do yourself a favor and get the 128GB version so you have space to store your media and apps.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Keep your home dust-free with this Bissell AirRAM cordless vacuum. Its high-performance F.U.E.L. cell provides up to 30 minutes of run time, while the advanced compression technology lets it store as much dirt as typical bagless vacuums. This Bissell AirRAM cordless vacuum has a low profile for easy maneuvering around furniture.
Customer Rating
5
An Amazing Light Weight Vacuum
on October 20, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
At first I was unsure about this being battery power if it could be used for more normal vacuuming or be relegated to simple spot mess vacuum duty. I'm happy to say that concern was unfounded. This light weight powerhouse has more then enough power to replace my plugin upright. The battery lasts long enough that I was able to very easily vacuum my upstairs (four bedrooms/two bathrooms and a hallway) with only using 25% power.
It is a joy to actually vacuum with as I didn't realize how much of a pain a cord is until you don't have one. I had this thing speeding around the carpet with no issues or worries about cord tangling. It was great. Though I will warn you it does take a bit of force to push as this thing will latch onto the floor to suck up the dirt, (not a lot but more then you would thing for something of this size). Even with that extra force to push when on, it isn't tiring to as it is really light weight. Even my 8 year old can carry this around without banging into everything with no effort.
I thought Bissell did a great job engineering this too. The dirt canister has a nice lever to help emptying it and it works great. Overall I am very impressed and will use this more then the large upright we have since this is easy to and very portable.
Battery life so far has been great for me, Bissell says about 30 minutes and they may be right and that may be enough, it is for me since I tend not do my whole house at once, I usually do a few rooms at a time.
My only con is that the canister that holds the dirt is smaller then a larger upright and since this thing pulls the dirt tends to need to be emptied more. But its so simple and easy to empty its not a large deal breaker to get a light weight vacuum powerhouse.
It is a joy to actually vacuum with as I didn't realize how much of a pain a cord is until you don't have one. I had this thing speeding around the carpet with no issues or worries about cord tangling. It was great. Though I will warn you it does take a bit of force to push as this thing will latch onto the floor to suck up the dirt, (not a lot but more then you would thing for something of this size). Even with that extra force to push when on, it isn't tiring to as it is really light weight. Even my 8 year old can carry this around without banging into everything with no effort.
I thought Bissell did a great job engineering this too. The dirt canister has a nice lever to help emptying it and it works great. Overall I am very impressed and will use this more then the large upright we have since this is easy to and very portable.
Battery life so far has been great for me, Bissell says about 30 minutes and they may be right and that may be enough, it is for me since I tend not do my whole house at once, I usually do a few rooms at a time.
My only con is that the canister that holds the dirt is smaller then a larger upright and since this thing pulls the dirt tends to need to be emptied more. But its so simple and easy to empty its not a large deal breaker to get a light weight vacuum powerhouse.
If you need something to vacuum and looking lightweight easy to move around this is definitely the one for you.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Listen like never before with QuietControl 30 wireless headphones. Breakthrough technology lets you set your own level of noise cancellation, so you can control how much of the world you want to let in - or how quiet you want your surroundings to be. Volume-optimized EQ gives you balanced audio performance at any volume, while a noise-rejecting dual-microphone system provides clear calls, even in windy or noisy environments. Connect easily to your devices with Bluetooth and NFC pairing. QuietControl 30 wireless headphones feature a lightweight neckband design that conforms to your body for all-day comfort and wearability. A lithium-ion battery gives you up to 10 hours of wireless listening per charge. And the Bose Connect app helps you manage your paired devices and gives you enhanced control. Available in Black.
Customer Rating
5
Wow, Noise Cancelling is Awesome
on October 2, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is my first pair of noise cancelling headphones. I haven't used any other so I can't comment on how these stack against those. However the first time putting them in, I had them already on and paired with my desktop computer (since it was handy) and as I put it one ear sound seemed deadened, but I first thought it was the in ear nature of the headset. But the other went in and it was quiet. I couldn't hear the fans of my desktop, which is on the table and about a foot away from where I sit. To test this I hit the power and turned off the headphones and I could hear the fan noise. Turning it back on and it was gone. It was simply amazing. I proceeded to play some music and play some games. I was able to keep the music and headphones turned down more then I normally do. Now I'm sure the sound doesn't compare completely with a true audiophile set, but these sounded good and I was picking up sounds in the games I normally don't hear via my speakers or cheap headsets I use. The unit with over the neck is light weight and doesn't get uncomfortable even after a few hours of wear I did when testing them. It was great, and I look forward to going to my noisy office with them to help block out the noise even if I don't have music playing. I know it won't block out all the noise, but it should deaden it help my think and work. My only two major complaints are: The USB charging cord provided is awfully short and no wall plug included. For the price and quality it would be nice to get a longer cord and a plug, instead of having to dig around the house for one I can use. Second is the plug covering. I just know it will be ripped off after awhile since it is so thin. I've never had luck when they use the rubber covering and link the plug to that. I will rip it and just be annoyed. Would have been nice for at least a thicker and easier plug to open so I don't worry about ripping every time. They have an app to control this, but since I don't have any Google store devices or IOS in the house I had to borrow one from a friend to test. App seemed ok, nothing special, and only reason I'd really want it is firmware updates. I wish BOSE had a Windows application, even if I have to use the USB cord included to update, instead of assuming everyone has a device with access to that app store. But even then I don't see much missing without it. Overall I am impressed with the ability to reduce noise and sound and the comfort and fit of these headphones is great. Sounds seemed find and it does come with a nice hard shell case to store and transport them. If you are looking for a pair of ear buds with noise cancelling these might be ones. Enjoy them if you decide to get them, I know I'll enjoy mine.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you’re all online at the same time.
Customer Rating
5
Love This Router
on September 23, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Let me state this is a perfect good router. I did not have one issue with it and it is still working strong in my house. I have not had one technical issue with the router. Setup like all recent Linksys products was quick, and painless and I was able to quickly swap the router and none in the household knew we where on the new router. Though with a new set of antenna I did have to change the location of my range extender, because even with this router there is still one small deadspot in my house and unfortunately I need a signal in that location. While the range is about the same as my previous Linksys 1900 with the second 5Ghz AC Stream makes the range extender I use to bring AC wireless to my upstairs Roku worth it. I have only about 15 Mpbs where I live to the internet. For streaming and the household this is sufficient and serves us well, except when I download either an ISO for work or a game. Steam and Origins will take all the bandwidth unless I throttle them if others are using. The other night I forgot to turn on throttling and no one complained. I tested again and I am able to download at full speed and it doesn't inject lag into my kids online gaming or my Wife's streaming on Hulu. It is great to be able to maximize my bandwidth and download at full speed without everyone yelling at me. That one thing makes this a worthwhile device to me, and makes me love it. I like the MU-MIMO, because even though none of my wireless devices can take advantage of it, I do get consistent throughput and throughput this router does seem to give. Using my desktop computer with a 1300AC wireless card and a USB 2.0 External HDD Attached to the router I was able to max out the HDD and had a consistent throughput of over 25MB per second, which when the drive was connected directly to my PC was the same copy speed and no one else noticed I was running my test. I didn't have a 3.0 device to test but I would expect the same. I then tested streaming some 720p 60 fps video I shot and it worked as if it where local storage. So throughput this router has in spades. This is a good router for the ability to handle throughput and share it amongst everyone, and the fact it means I don't have to look to upgrade my Internet connection is awesome.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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.
Customer Rating
5
A Good Whole Home "Wireless Mesh" System
on September 20, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Let me state that if you are looking for a high performance wireless router this is not where you should be looking. This is not what this router system is about. If you need a router system to cover a large house though please read on. The Orbi is designed to cover a large area simply and effectively though a single system. I have a 3000 Sq Ft and have a few dead spots in the rear of my house, which is why I typically have a range extender working. This new router is like that, expect it works more as a Mesh. While some range extenders can work like the Orbi, the Orbi it was appeared designed to work like this out of the box. Setup was fairly easy. The hardest part was having to sync my satellite (Secondary router) to the primary. I'm sure out of the box for most people it will be synced and I got unlucky. But if you are like me, then pressing the large sync button on both will solve the problem. In fact when you turn on the second unit place it close enough that you can see the first unit to make sure they are paired and save yourself the frustration of walking around the house thinking bad reception. Once that was out of the way I placed the Orbi towards the back corner of my house, and it reports a good connection with the base unit and I had full coverage of my house. Orbi uses only on Wireless Network name (SSID), instead of multiple for 2.4/5 networks letting the devices pick what they want to connect to the main router and switch like you would in an office between nodes as you move around. It works well, just like in your office. Setup and getting it ready was easy peasy. No complicated questions. I did not try the app as I don't have an Andriod or IOS device in the house to install and they don't have a Windows app. So I can't comment on how that works and what I missed, but the web interface worked without issues. It was nice to see out of the box it choose WPA2/AES as my encryption (strongest for home) by default. Though I did have to turn off WPS. At first I was happy to see no guest network needing to be turned off, but I have since learned that a firmware update will provide us with that later. So it will be another thing to turn off/configure once that occurs.
The Orbi itself looks nice. White/clean (ugh) modern design. But unlike the spider aliens it can be placed anywhere in the house and not really stand out. Each unit the base and satellite also have 4 Ethernet ports. Handy if you have old devices that don't have wireless can move the satellite around (assuming signal) and plug them in to update etc. so I liked that. This is a modern unit so it includes MU-MIMO and is able to share your internet among devices. I tested this by maxing my internet connection doing a download on my desktop while others in the house consumed there usual YouTube/Hulu/Netflix and no one was yelling at me. They didn't even know I was doing it. So it can help in a busy household manage your internet and share it amongst the family. Web interface was accurate in showing devices and I could see which unit it was connected to. Had the general security stuff and DNS/DHCP etc. Easy to setup. Swapping router I had it up in under 15 minutes, just swapping my current settings into the Orbi. I do recommend if you don't have them memorized to write them down before hand.
Now to the Cons:
1. While the Orbi has USB ports they are USB 2.0 and do not currently support sharing files over them. I believe the USB ports are only for printers. Later updates may change but if you use the USB ports as a cheap quick NAS/Backup this will not work as of 9/16/2016. As I said later firmware may change this.
2. One of the three tri-bands is actually dedicated for connection between the base unit and satellite. This leaves only from what I was seeing looking at the web interface only one 5Ghz band and 2.4 GHz for clients and the max speed on the 5Ghz for clients is 867Mbps. The other 1733 Mbps is used as a backhaul between units. This makes sense to keep enough bandwidth to serve this unit and not step on clients and allow Mu-Mimo to work. But still slightly disappointing when I need to run large file copies around the house. Being able to connect to a faster 5Ghz would have been nice. Esp. since my wireless card supports that.
That being said, for everyday use and a busy household and a large house this is a great router system to provide coverage and bandwidth to all. It is a nice system that works, esp. if you are not overly techie.
The Orbi itself looks nice. White/clean (ugh) modern design. But unlike the spider aliens it can be placed anywhere in the house and not really stand out. Each unit the base and satellite also have 4 Ethernet ports. Handy if you have old devices that don't have wireless can move the satellite around (assuming signal) and plug them in to update etc. so I liked that. This is a modern unit so it includes MU-MIMO and is able to share your internet among devices. I tested this by maxing my internet connection doing a download on my desktop while others in the house consumed there usual YouTube/Hulu/Netflix and no one was yelling at me. They didn't even know I was doing it. So it can help in a busy household manage your internet and share it amongst the family. Web interface was accurate in showing devices and I could see which unit it was connected to. Had the general security stuff and DNS/DHCP etc. Easy to setup. Swapping router I had it up in under 15 minutes, just swapping my current settings into the Orbi. I do recommend if you don't have them memorized to write them down before hand.
Now to the Cons:
1. While the Orbi has USB ports they are USB 2.0 and do not currently support sharing files over them. I believe the USB ports are only for printers. Later updates may change but if you use the USB ports as a cheap quick NAS/Backup this will not work as of 9/16/2016. As I said later firmware may change this.
2. One of the three tri-bands is actually dedicated for connection between the base unit and satellite. This leaves only from what I was seeing looking at the web interface only one 5Ghz band and 2.4 GHz for clients and the max speed on the 5Ghz for clients is 867Mbps. The other 1733 Mbps is used as a backhaul between units. This makes sense to keep enough bandwidth to serve this unit and not step on clients and allow Mu-Mimo to work. But still slightly disappointing when I need to run large file copies around the house. Being able to connect to a faster 5Ghz would have been nice. Esp. since my wireless card supports that.
That being said, for everyday use and a busy household and a large house this is a great router system to provide coverage and bandwidth to all. It is a nice system that works, esp. if you are not overly techie.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make driving routines more enjoyable with this OverDryve car system. Its voice assistant capabilities let you read and send text messages by command and also play music in your car without taking your hands off the wheel. The built-in dash cam of this OverDryve car system lets you record trips and capture every moment on the road.
Customer Rating
4
A Good GPS Decent Tablet
on September 14, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
If you are looking for a Stand Alone GPS unit. This does the job well. Mounts nice in the car and with offline maps this a good unit. The addition of a DashCAM is helpful too allowing for the device to do two important jobs. You may ask why a GPS unit when most people have a phone. This is nice for the size and placement make it easier to read, even in full sunlight the screen was visible. Also being offline, you don't need to download maps ahead of time or run off data. Additionally as an android tablet it is fairly fast. While it doesn't have the google play store, it does have the amazon one which allowed me to load Amazon Video and Goat Simulator to test the speed. Tablet works well. Also can be used as an offline media player, handy to keep the backseat quiet on longer drives. The Bluetooth connectivity for the phone to listen to audio from another device works fairly well, even if I did have the occasion to restart the tablet when it borked between my phone and the device. No a huge deal. Just mildly annoying. Overall it isn't a bad tablet. Packaged well and will give you directions, but I noticed for voice search on the GPS and live data it needs a wifi connection. So if you want live traffic, or voice search in a destination for the GPS you'll need a phone or a car with a WiFi hotspot. I didn't test it as a microphone for hands free calls, but considering it is built well I assume it work well. The addition of the screen protector was additionally nice too.
It attaches via magnets to its smart car mount, and those are strong magnets. Driving in the underbelly of pothole central (New Jersey) with my car bouncing around it never waivered but easily comes off when I grab it to take it inside or secure in my trunk. Overall it is a nice unit and I'm happy with it generally. I like the tablet ability, as when you travel it means you can take it into the hotel room and watch video's on it saving needing to carry potentially an additional device. Give it try I think if you want a stand alone unit this might be the one for you.
It attaches via magnets to its smart car mount, and those are strong magnets. Driving in the underbelly of pothole central (New Jersey) with my car bouncing around it never waivered but easily comes off when I grab it to take it inside or secure in my trunk. Overall it is a nice unit and I'm happy with it generally. I like the tablet ability, as when you travel it means you can take it into the hotel room and watch video's on it saving needing to carry potentially an additional device. Give it try I think if you want a stand alone unit this might be the one for you.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Connect favorite peripherals to this Acer Aspire laptop. Four USB ports let you connect accessories, transfer files or charge a cellphone while you work, and HDMI outputs make dual-screen functionality possible. Access nearby wireless networks with this Acer Aspire laptop and stream videos or upload your own images captured with the built-in HD webcam.
Customer Rating
4
A Good Laptop for General Use
on July 10, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a nice little laptop. The i5 gives it the performance needed for a modern general purpose Computer and the 8GB of RAM helps keep the PC keep pace with switching between apps and not getting sluggish. The bloatware on this PC was a minimum. Just the Virus McAfee, which isn't too hard to remove and really not needed as Windows 10 default AV/Antimalware solution works well. Just ignore the scary warning is all when you uninstall. Your PC will be protected. Additionally a few other pieces of software such as games and such that are not needed. Acer's additional apps weren't too bad, and easily removed. I was disappointed that out of the box this PC does not meet Windows 10 Home ability to use device encryption. I don't like having unencrypted laptops. I did have a Windows 10 Pro key, which I used to access bitlocker, other may not care, or use 3rd party programs but it annoyed me. What is really slowing this PC down is the lack of an SSD, at least during setup and adding/removing programs as the 5400 RPM disk becomes a bottle neck. I like the space of 1TB, but that drive, after having all my other computers running SSD is making me look to upgrade this PC. However unless you are doing a lot of heavy disk I/O tasks at the same time you won't notice. In fact once it was setup, and just used as a basic computer for Office/Internet/Web conferencing I don't notice. The screen is a nice IPS panel. It folds easy and while 15" is a bit large for a tablet it was nice to be able to put the PC in that configuration and have it directly on my lap while using another computer/device. The PC didn't get hot and holding it like that was comfortable in that regard. I won't comment on the touchpad, because I jkust hate all touch pads, but having the ability to touch the screen makes this a better experience as I can skip the touch pad as needed.Overall if you are looking for a PC to consume streaming media/Office work (Not Office is a 30 day trial additional purchase needed)/Internet this is a good PC. The screen is great. Speakers are good for a laptop and loud enough to hear without the need of an external Bluetooth speaker. This is the laptop for you, but I would highly consider upgrading the Hard Drive to 1TB, but once you get out of the box setup done and get the apps updated and installed you want, you may not notice except during reboots etc. For when I want to sit on my chair and stream something, or do some general word processing this has been a great computer. The lack of the SSD marks it down a star, but that is easily fixed these days.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you’re all online at the same time.
Customer Rating
5
A Interesting Router
on June 4, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Let me state this is a perfect good router. I did not have one issue with it and it is still working strong in my house. I have not had one technical issue with the router. Setup like all recent Linksys products was quick, and painless and I was able to quickly swap the router and none in the household knew we where on the new router. Though with a new set of antenna I did have to change the location of my range extender, because even with this router there is still one small deadspot in my house and unfortunately I need a signal in that location. While the range is about the same as my previous Linksys 1900 and not better this one is able to handle multiple streams. I have only about 15 Mpbs where I live to the internet. For streaming and the household this is sufficient and serves us well, except when I download either an ISO for work or a game. Steam and Origins will take all the bandwidth unless I throttle them if others are using. The other night I forgot to turn on throttling and no one complained. I tested again and I am able to download at full speed and it doesn't inject lag into my kids online gaming or my Wife's streaming on Hulu. I will take the slight loss of range for the ability to truly maximize my bandwidth and download at full speed without everyone yelling at me. That one thing makes this a worthwild device to me.I like the MU-MIMO, because even though none of my wireless devices can take advantage of it, I do get consistent throughput and throughput this router does seem to give. Using my desktop computer with a 1300AC wireless card and a USB 2.0 External HDD Attached to the router I was able to max out the HDD and had a consistent throughput of over 25MB per second, which when the drive was connected directly to my PC was the same copy speed. I didn't have a 3.0 device to test but I would expect the same. I then tested streaming some 720p 60 fps video I shot and it worked as if it where local storage. So throughput this router has in spades. This is a good router for the ability to handle throughput and share it amongst everyone, and the fact it means I don't have to look to upgrade my Internet connection is awesome.
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy a compact tablet that fits neatly in your pocket with this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet. It includes a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM that deliver powerful processing to play all your games and apps, and the 16GB of flash memory ensure this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet and store your files.
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5
Great Little Streaming Tablet
on May 20, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a great tablet for consuming streaming video, such as You Tube, Hulu, Amazon Video. The IPS screen is vibrant and easily viewable at just about any angle. The Sound from the tablet is great too, even though the speaker in the back, I had no problem hearing it, even when the kids where running around. Setup of the tablet is easy, esp. if you have a Google account already and the performance is very snappy, switching apps etc. It fit nicely in one hand and as I said the screen is great, esp. for streaming content. It also has a pretty nice kids mode, that can be used to lock out the other functions of the tablet. Though I didn't test it fully, I just noticed it was there. I also enjoyed the fact the tablet has an active GPS chip in. Nice to have location services for those apps that can use it. I didn't have any problem streaming for a day. Just worked flawlessly. When I was done testing it, I wiped it, very simple and gave it another family member to setup. They had no issues and had it setup and running in minutes. They enjoyed the screen too and even though they have slightly smaller handers are able to one hand it. Battery life seems great too. I was able to get a easily a whole day out of it with streaming and light web with a few games like Planets vs. Zombies 2 in between doing things around the house. The only thing I can give a knock for this device is the WiFi isn't on the AC band, but it didn't stop me from enjoying this tablet. If you are looking for a simple tablet with a great screen of the Android type I can highly recommend this as the one you are looking for. Impressive build and nice solid feel. It is a great device. Enjoy,
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
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Prevent dead zones around your home with the help of this Linksys Wi-Fi range extender. It works with all types of Wi-Fi routers, and it uses multi-user MIMO for speed and efficiency. This Linksys Wi-Fi range extender can be used to create a different access point or to extend the field of the router’s connection.
Customer Rating
5
Does Exactly What you Need
on May 13, 2016
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a great little device. Is small unobtrusive and can be used to extend the Wi-Fi reception. Setup was very easy. Plugged it in, connected to the device from my Smart Phone and added it to the network. Since I have a Linksys Max Stream Router I can do seamless Wi-fi (More later), but first I tried it out as just an extension to my network like I didn't have a fancy Linksys router. Devices connected to it no issues and was able to access my internet from the device. Network testing to the internet didn't show an lag, I got my full speed and was able to browse with a nice strong signal. My Roku 2 box had no issues with HD content steaming.
After I was done with that I then switched on Seamless Wi-fi, since I have a compatible Linksys Wi-Fi router. This is where the extender really shines since it uses my already existing Wi-Fi network name, I doin't have to reconfigure my devices and can roam with strong coverage. Testing I did notice a quick drop/connect as it moved from one to the other, but it was quick and I only noticed since I was watching like a hawk. The video I was streaming didn't miss a beat.
IT is nice that the small portion of my house that couldn't get 5Ghz AC Now does and I don't have any issues with my Roku box in that room having trouble holding the signal for streaming.
After I was done with that I then switched on Seamless Wi-fi, since I have a compatible Linksys Wi-Fi router. This is where the extender really shines since it uses my already existing Wi-Fi network name, I doin't have to reconfigure my devices and can roam with strong coverage. Testing I did notice a quick drop/connect as it moved from one to the other, but it was quick and I only noticed since I was watching like a hawk. The video I was streaming didn't miss a beat.
IT is nice that the small portion of my house that couldn't get 5Ghz AC Now does and I don't have any issues with my Roku box in that room having trouble holding the signal for streaming.
As an added benefit it has a wired connection so if you have a device lacking a wireless card, or an older G card, you can hardwire the device into that as well, very handy for older blu-ray devices or desktops.
Overall setup was easy and quick. If you need to help improve wireless connection in your adobe or need a hardline for something, give this box a look, esp. if you are already had a recent Linksys Router (Though that isn't needed. I did hook up an old TP-Link router I had and while I lost the ability to have seamless Wi-Fi it did help me extend my Wi-Fi network, so if you need a range extender this is a good contender).
My Best Buy number: 2844099837
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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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OmieOne
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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OmieOne
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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OmieOne
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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OmieOne
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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OmieOne
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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OmieOne
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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OmieOne
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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OmieOne