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Capture video while driving with this Nextbase 422GW dash camera. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity automatically sync footage to your phone for easier editing and sharing, and the 2.5-inch IPS touch screen offers intuitive control with upgraded resolution. This Nextbase 422GW dash camera with Alexa built-in uses a G-sensor and SOS response service, safeguarding your footage upon impact while alerting emergency services for safety and a prompt response.
Customer Rating
4
Small Footprint Dash Cam w/ Great Performance
on June 25, 2019
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Nextbase 422GW Dash Cam
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The Nextbase 422GW Dash Cam, a small footprint on your windshield. But don’t be fooled... It has excellent image quality and is built with quality material to give it that premium feel/look.
With the 422GW Dash Cam by Nextbase, you are equipped with an IPS touchscreen that is pretty responsive to the touch and as a plus it looks good as well. When it comes to the touch screen, you pretty much have all your options where you need them so it’s readily accessible and user friendly. I did encounter a weird issue where the touch screen stopped responding to my touch and then the dash cam rebooted; this only happened once. There’s also several different ports/button to keep a note of such as power/reset, HDMI and microUSB. The power button is pretty much self explanatory while the reset button acts as a “factory reset” button. The HDMI port gives you the ability to plug it into a TV/monitor (for projection of your clips) as well as other units that Nextbase has to offer. The microUSB gives you the ability to plug it into a PC if you decide you want to transfer footage, do firmware updates, or simply if you want to plug in the microUSB instead of the 12-24V car power adapter. You also have the ability to transfer footage if you simply eject the microSD from your dash cam and insert it into your PC (given you have that ability on your PC). Also just as a side note, Nextbase doesn’t include a microSD card so make sure you buy one to expand the memory capability (128GB).
I’m not going to dive into installation because in my honest opinion, it was super easy to install and you essentially have 2 “methods” to choose from (suction cup or sticky pad). So it ultimately depends on which option you want to go with (I went with the suction cup method). I personally didn't have any problems installing the actual dash cam in my car. What I did encounter were issues with the MyNextbase app for my iPhone. It had trouble communicating together and I also ran into an issue updating the firmware through the app for a solid 45 minutes which was a little bit frustrating. I even tried to delete the app, unpair it from my phone, and I even ended up resetting the dash cam itself… I finally got the firmware to update by downloading MyNextbase Player on my PC and completing the firmware update this way instead.
I really like the features of the 422GW Dash Cam by Nextbase as well. Parking Protection is pretty spot on and I didn’t run into any issues using the feature. You can select different sensitivity settings but I personally felt like the normal/medium worked the best for me. What Parking Protection does is that if someone taps your car in the front while reversing, the dash cam will trigger and capture the footage. Along with the Parking Protection feature, you also get an Emergency SOS feature. Basically if you get into a car accident, the Emergency SOS feature will trigger and EMS (Emergency Medical Services) will be contacted. It doesn’t stop here with the features, you also get Amazon Alexa. Basically the thing(s) you normally do with Amazon Alexa you can do with your 422GW Dash Cam as it has built in Amazon Alexa.
When it comes down to the performance of the 422GW Dash Cam by Nextbase, I am thoroughly impressed. With the footage that I was able to catch on my daily (day) commute, it was perfectly clear to make out the make/model and color of the vehicles around me. If you’re wondering if the 422GW Dash Cam can get the license plates around you as well; let me just say that there’s no need for wondering here. My only complaint that I have is when it comes down to footage at night. Don’t get me wrong, it’s still relatively clear in case of an emergency… But I personally feel like the quality is a bit grainy.
In conclusion, all in all, I am pretty impressed with the 422GW Dash Cam by Nextbase. It’s a fantastic dash cam that can record with clarity, has some stellar features and has a small enough footprint to not be obnoxious on your windshield. If you run into issues with the MyNextbase app like I did, I’d recommend going the route of the software which is MyNextbase Player. My only recommendation here is that Nextbase fine-tune their MyNextbase app (resolve any issues/bugs that users encounter). That being said, if you’re someone that is currently in the market for a dash cam for either your daily commute or you actually need it for something like Lyft and Uber; I wouldn’t hesitate to consider the 422GW Dash Cam by Nextbase.
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Alexa built in: Use voice commands to play music, check the weather, control smart home devices, and talk directly to your dash camera.
High-quality (1440p) video recording: Allows you to capture sharp high-definition footage at 30 fps.
140° viewing angle: Provides expansive shooting coverage with minimal edge-to-edge distortion.
Integrated 2.5" IPS touch screen: Offers an interactive interface and high clarity.
Build-in G-sensor: Supports emergency video file backup when an accident happens.
Emergency SOS: Features an emergency response to alert the emergency services to your location in the event of an accident.
Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi enabled: Lets you automatically synchronize files to your phone.
Supports microSD cards up to 128GB: Expand your camera's storage and recording capabilities with an SD card (sold separately).
Click & Go Pro mount: High strength integrated neodymium magnets offer easy installation and removal in your vehicle.
High-quality (1440p) video recording: Allows you to capture sharp high-definition footage at 30 fps.
140° viewing angle: Provides expansive shooting coverage with minimal edge-to-edge distortion.
Integrated 2.5" IPS touch screen: Offers an interactive interface and high clarity.
Build-in G-sensor: Supports emergency video file backup when an accident happens.
Emergency SOS: Features an emergency response to alert the emergency services to your location in the event of an accident.
Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi enabled: Lets you automatically synchronize files to your phone.
Supports microSD cards up to 128GB: Expand your camera's storage and recording capabilities with an SD card (sold separately).
Click & Go Pro mount: High strength integrated neodymium magnets offer easy installation and removal in your vehicle.
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Nextbase 422GW Dash Cam
12-24V car power cable
USB cable
Power cable fitting tool
Adhesive mount
Suction mount
Click&Go PRO mount
Owner's manual
12-24V car power cable
USB cable
Power cable fitting tool
Adhesive mount
Suction mount
Click&Go PRO mount
Owner's manual
Mobile Submission: False
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When spills happen, the Braava jet m6 robot is always on call—ready to head to the spot and take them on. Just say to Google Assistant or Alexa, “Have Braava mop in front of the kitchen counter”, and it heads out and gets to work. Always learning your home and your cleaning habits, it can offer customized schedules that work around your life—even suggesting extra cleanings during pollen season. Using Precision Jet Spray, it loosens dirt and sticky messes without spraying furniture, rugs, or walls—all without any effort from you, making your mopping tasks a thing of the past. *(Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com or its affiliates. Google is a trademark of Google LLC)
Customer Rating
5
iRobot Upgades the Braava, New and Improved M6!
on June 12, 2019
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
iRobot Braava Jet m6
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Have you heard of the famous Roomba or the Braava? You’re probably going to answer yes. Well the company behind the Roombas and Braava which is iRobot has released a new and improved wet mop called the Braava Jet m6. From what I know, iRobot is also releasing a new robot vacuum (Roomba s9+) as well that can be linked up to the Braava m6. Basically, instead of you or someone you know slaving around with vacuuming and then mopping; the paired up iRobots will do the cleaning for you with some tinkering on the mobile app. What this means is… No more having to vacuum and then mop. The Roomba s9+ will do the vacuuming for you and then the Braava m6 will do the mopping for you. Beautiful!
iRobot has made significant improvements and has added intelligent mapping to the Braava m6. So you’re probably wondering what does that even mean? Well, it means that the m6 can now clean automatically and clean multiple rooms within your vicinity. With improved navigation and a charging dock, the Braava m6 knows when it’s time to go home and charge up for its next cleaning session. Once you utilize the m6 on a couple cleaning jobs, it’ll basically map out your home and you can then customize it on which room(s) to clean. On top of that, the m6 houses a bigger water tank and to top that off… Button to eject used up pads into the trash! Who wouldn’t enjoy these new features and upgrades?
During my usage with the Braava m6, I was honestly impressed. It is super simple to set up and it’s pretty much effortless.You can either equip the m6 with wet or dry cleaning pads and add solution so that it can utilize the Precision Jet Spray to put some solution on your floor before the m6 mops it up. So basically once you fill up the tank and choose which pad you want to use, it’s pretty much ready to be used (depending on if you want it to “mop” or “dust”). The best part is, the m6 is intelligent enough to detect more dirtier messes that are on your floor and it’ll spend additional time cleaning that mess up for you. This is perfect if you have kids or pets! As I mentioned above, once the m6 has cleaned your floors for you; you just need to click the button to pop the dirty pads into the trash. Brilliant!
In conclusion, I am surprisingly impressed with the new and improved Braava m6. I own robot vacuums and they typically do a decent job with cleaning your carpeted areas. But now I have an intelligent wet mop robot that does a pretty great job cleaning my hardwood floors. If I had the extra money, I’d definitely recommend pairing it up with the new Roomba s9+ so that the m6 can work together with it to ensure less work for you in regards to cleaning your home. Less work for you means more time for you to do other things. With iRobots design and upgrades to the Braava m6 along with the cleaning capability, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.
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Ultimate Robot Mop with Precision Jet Spray helps tackle sticky messes, grime*, and kitchen grease. *(Tested in spot clean mode)
Patented iAdapt 3.0 navigation with vSLAM technology lets the robot seamlessly navigate and efficiently mop or sweep your floors.
Imprint™ Smart Mapping enables the robot to learn, map and adapt to your home, allowing you to control which rooms are cleaned and when.
Navigates around objects and under the furniture. Cleans finished hard floors, including hardwood, tile, and stone.
Gets into the corners and along the edges. Cleans under the furniture and in other hard-to-reach spaces.
Simply attach a wet mop or dry sweep cleaning pad, and the robot automatically selects the cleaning method. For a long-lasting fresh scent, add Braava jet hard floor cleaning solution.
“Braava, Clean My Kitchen.” Knows your kitchen from your living room. Choose which rooms are mopped or swept and when in the iRobot HOME App. Enjoy hands-free control with Alexa and Google Assistant.
Automatically recharges and resumes until the cleaning job is complete.
Patented iAdapt 3.0 navigation with vSLAM technology lets the robot seamlessly navigate and efficiently mop or sweep your floors.
Imprint™ Smart Mapping enables the robot to learn, map and adapt to your home, allowing you to control which rooms are cleaned and when.
Navigates around objects and under the furniture. Cleans finished hard floors, including hardwood, tile, and stone.
Gets into the corners and along the edges. Cleans under the furniture and in other hard-to-reach spaces.
Simply attach a wet mop or dry sweep cleaning pad, and the robot automatically selects the cleaning method. For a long-lasting fresh scent, add Braava jet hard floor cleaning solution.
“Braava, Clean My Kitchen.” Knows your kitchen from your living room. Choose which rooms are mopped or swept and when in the iRobot HOME App. Enjoy hands-free control with Alexa and Google Assistant.
Automatically recharges and resumes until the cleaning job is complete.
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iRobot Braava jet m6 App-Controlled Self-Charging Robot Mop
Home base charging station, line cord
Braava jet hard floor cleaning solution sample, 2 wet mopping pads, 2 dry sweeping pads
Various Manuals
Home base charging station, line cord
Braava jet hard floor cleaning solution sample, 2 wet mopping pads, 2 dry sweeping pads
Various Manuals
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Enjoy a stunning LED display with this 27-inch LG monitor. The 4K UHD resolution and VESA DisplayHDR deliver vivid scenes to keep you captivated by your favorite shows and movies, and IPS technology maintains consistent colors at various viewing angles. This LG monitor's Radeon FreeSync matches your graphics card's frame rate for a stutter-free experience.
Customer Rating
4
Superb SDR 4k Monitor, Mediocre HDR Performance
on June 5, 2019
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
LG - 27UL600-W 27" IPS LED 4K UHD FreeSync Monitor with HDR
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The LG 27UL600-W, the successor to the widely popular and reviewed 27UK series by LG. The main question that everyone has is… Is it good and is it worth upgrading? Let’s dive right in and see how the LG 27UL600 performs. Keep in mind, the difference between the LG 27UL600 and the 27UL650 is mainly the stand. Here we go!
Right off the bat, comparing my LG 27UL600 to my friends LG 27UK750 is practically identical. The build quality is definitely nice on these LG monitors so if you have/liked the UK series, you shouldn’t be disappointed in the UL series. As far as connectivity options, the UL and UK series is practically the same; the only difference is that the UL has a DisplayPort 1.4 while the UK has a DisplayPort of 1.2.
This is probably the part you want to read the most, performance!
Before I explain any comparisons between the LG UL and LG UK, I have to say that the LG 27UL600-W on its own is a very good monitor. As far as picture quality goes, it’s definitely nice and I have no complaints when it comes down to viewing angles,color accuracy, or crispness. The monitor itself has really good SDR brightness while HDR is mediocre at best due to the lack of wide color range and low peak brightness. So my complaint is with the HDR. There’s really no benefit here on this monitor and it may even be worse if your monitor is in a dark or poorly lit environment; blacks appear gray. I tested this by playing movies, YouTube and playing games. With HDR enabled, it was honestly not that pleasing… So I would HIGHLY recommend you leaving it on SDR as opposed to HDR.
Comparing the UK series with the UL series, the performance is very similar. Brightness for my particular UL600 is on point while the colors are accurate. When it comes down to Vesa DisplayHDR 400, I don’t notice much of a difference when compared to HDR 10. One particular feature that I noticed that the UL series has over the UK series is a custom color mode. On my friends LG UK monitor, there’s basically preset options only. This is definitely a plus for those that want to customize their colors as opposed to going with manufacture presets. When it comes to utilizing the Freesync/Gsync option on the monitor, I didn’t have any problems enabling it for my 2080. Make sure to set your monitor to Freesync Extended Mode. Although the UL series monitor is limited to 60hz, I still like enabling the Freesync/Gsync option so that I don’t experience any screen tearing. If you notice any screen tearing for whatever reason after enabling, make sure to enable VSync in your Nvidia control panel. During my gameplay sessions of BV5 and other various games, I didn’t notice any screen tearing or input lag which is definitely a plus. I was honestly wowed when it comes down to the performance for the LG - 27UL600 while gaming.
Overall, I have to say that although I am impressed because I don’t have the LG UK monitor that my friend has; I wouldn’t jump to purchase the LG UL monitor if you have the LG UK monitor. Reason being, I feel like both monitors are very similar and the UL is just a refresh of the UK. BUT! If you’re looking for an excellent SDR monitor that has HDR support (although a bit lacking IMO), 4K, produces accurate colors, supports wide viewing angles and is from a reputable brand that can perform; I wouldn’t hesitate to purchase the LG 27UL600-W. So it ultimately depends on what you currently have and if you want the upgrade. But at the end on terms of just the LG - 27UL600, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to others that are on a search for a new monitor.
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4K Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 resolution
5 ms response time
60 Hz refresh rate
27" antiglare LED monitor
FreeSync Technology
2 HDMI and DisplayPort inputs
178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles
1,000:1 contrast ratio
350 cd/m² brightness
ENERGY STAR certified
5 ms response time
60 Hz refresh rate
27" antiglare LED monitor
FreeSync Technology
2 HDMI and DisplayPort inputs
178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles
1,000:1 contrast ratio
350 cd/m² brightness
ENERGY STAR certified
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LG 27UL600-W
DisplayPort cable
HDMI cable
AC Adapter
DisplayPort cable
HDMI cable
AC Adapter
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Hear lifelike sound details in your Xbox One games with this Turtle Beach Elite gaming combo. The Elite Pro 2 headset has 50mm custom-tuned Nanoclear drivers for an immersive experience and Aerofit ear cushions for ergonomic comfort. Customize your headset’s sonic performance via the SuperAmp controller of this Turtle Beach Elite gaming combo.
Customer Rating
4
Great Gaming Headset by TB
on March 21, 2019
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Turtle Beach - Elite Pro 2 Wired Gaming Headset with Elite SuperAmp Bluetooth Audio Controller for Xbox One
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Professional gamer? Harcore gamer? If you answered yes then the Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 gaming headset is for you. My first impressions of the headset is that Turtle Beach has done an excellent job on the packaging and presentation of the headset.
On to the design and build quality of the Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 Wired Gaming Headset. Turtle Beach has decided to be a bit more “subtle” when it comes to their design. I like the fact that the headset itself has been stripped of all buttons and knobs. Instead, you’ll find the volume control knob on the SuperAmp. Speaking of the SuperAmp, you can also control all your output through your phone (Turtle Beach Audio Hub). This is due to the fact that the SuperAmp is supported by Bluetooth. I like the magnetic mechanism that Turtle Beach went with for the ear cups. Turtle Beach made it so that it’s extremely easy to pull off if that is your intention yet sturdy enough so that it doesn’t come off easily by mistake. The ear cups also have some really nice cushion as they are memory foam infused with cooling gel for those long hard gaming sessions. When it comes to comfortability, I have to say that the Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 is just perfect. I love the ProSpecs Glasses Relief System that Turtle Beach is marketing. I wear glasses and I must say, I had NO issues at all with discomfort with the headset squeezing the side of my ears and head. The only issue I have when it comes to memory foam cushions is that they don’t provide full noise cancellation. But it’s sort of a thing you have to give up in order to have high comfortability which in my books it's fine.
Now onto the performance… I am honestly thoroughly impressed. The Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 is equipped with 50mm drivers. If you’re the type of individual that likes “lifelike/full” sounds, you will not be disappointed with the Elite Pro 2. If you’re the type of hardcore/professional gamer that needs DTS Headphone:X 7.1 surround sound to hear where the gunfire or footsteps are coming from, you’re covered with the Elite Pro 2. What this all basically means is you have full sound through the mid and high ranges. The low range provides just enough “oomph” without actually rattling your brain. Don’t forget that a lot of settings can be fine-tuned in the Turtle Beach Audio Hub. The microphone itself does what it’s supposed to do. The microphone picks up clear audio that you are trying to output to your teammates and it does a pretty decent job with not picking up your surrounding sounds. The problem I found with performance is in regards to the mic and only the mic. Although the mic projects my voice clear, my experience seemed a bit “muted” if you get what I mean. During my gaming session, my teammates were telling me that my mic made my voice project “small”. So although my voice was clear, it wasn’t always necessarily loud enough.
Overall, I have to say that I am quite impressed with the Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 Wired Gaming Headset. I didn’t encounter any discomfort during my long gaming sessions. Audio was always on point and excellent so I don’t have any complaints there. My only complaint I had is with the microphone itself. If your a hardcore or professional gamer that loves comfort and beautiful audio while staying tapped in to your phone, I’d highly recommend the Turtle Beach - Elite Pro 2 Wired Gaming Headset with Elite SuperAmp Bluetooth Audio Controller.
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Elite Pro 2 gaming headset connected to Elite SuperAmp, a Bluetooth-enabled, app-controlled, audio-enhancing, amplified Windows Sonic surround sound-supporting gaming controller, offers a competitive advantage to dominate your games
Its sleek metal headband with a suspended pad and swappable memory foam ear cushions ensure unmatched comfort
Turtle Beach's unique ProSpecs™ comfort-driven design removes pressure on your glasses while you play
Aerofit™ ear cushion's material technologies combine to keep your ears comfortable and cool while also blocking out external noise and improving bass response
Large, powerful 50mm over-the-ear Nanoclear™ speakers deliver Turtle Beach's signature e-sports audio tuning
The TruSpeak™ technology ensures your voice is always heard loud and clear with Turtle Beach's professional-quality microphone
Connect to the Turtle Beach Audio Hub app from your mobile device to unleash the full power of Elite SuperAmp™, and additionally stream music or take calls while gaming
Customize the way your game sounds with four audio presets, including Bass Boost
Dynamic Chat Boost™ automatically boosts incoming chat volume over game audio so you hear your teammates clearly
Easily connect to broadcast your gameplay and chat streams in real time
Its sleek metal headband with a suspended pad and swappable memory foam ear cushions ensure unmatched comfort
Turtle Beach's unique ProSpecs™ comfort-driven design removes pressure on your glasses while you play
Aerofit™ ear cushion's material technologies combine to keep your ears comfortable and cool while also blocking out external noise and improving bass response
Large, powerful 50mm over-the-ear Nanoclear™ speakers deliver Turtle Beach's signature e-sports audio tuning
The TruSpeak™ technology ensures your voice is always heard loud and clear with Turtle Beach's professional-quality microphone
Connect to the Turtle Beach Audio Hub app from your mobile device to unleash the full power of Elite SuperAmp™, and additionally stream music or take calls while gaming
Customize the way your game sounds with four audio presets, including Bass Boost
Dynamic Chat Boost™ automatically boosts incoming chat volume over game audio so you hear your teammates clearly
Easily connect to broadcast your gameplay and chat streams in real time
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Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 Wired Gaming Headset with Elite SuperAmp Bluetooth Audio Controller for Xbox One
Headset audio cable
Mini-USB power cable
Turtle Beach sticker
Quick start guide
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Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 Wired Gaming Headset with Elite SuperAmp Bluetooth Audio Controller for Xbox One
Headset audio cable
Mini-USB power cable
Turtle Beach sticker
Quick start guide
Mobile Submission: True
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Enjoy mobile communications with this Sony Xperia 10 smartphone. A Qualcomm Snapdragon 2.2GHz octa-core processor and 3GB of RAM facilitate multitasking and smooth running of applications, while the 6-inch Full HD display lets you watch high-quality videos. This Sony Xperia 10 smartphone features 64GB of internal storage for music tracks, videos and documents and supports microSD cards of up to 512GB.
Customer Rating
4
Great Starter Budget Phone. Camera is MEH
on March 21, 2019
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Sony - Xperia 10
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Have you tried watching a movie or some sort of video on a phone that has 21:9 aspect ratio? I’m going to say… Probably not. Well, thanks to Sony releasing the Xperia 10; you can now watch your favorite movies or videos at a “cinematic” level. This is of course possible if that movie/video can be displayed at a 21:9 aspect ratio. So if you’re an individual that enjoys watching movies/videos on their phone, you’re going to enjoy the Xperia 10 for that purpose. In addition, if you’re the type that likes to utilize split screen mode, thanks to the 21:9 aspect ratio; you’ll be able to view more thanks to the tall screen on the Xperia 10.
When it comes down to the practicality of the phone since it’s so tall, the Xperia 10 fits comfortably in your hand and you can do pretty much what you need with one hand.
The Xperia 10 is equipped with a Gorilla Glass 5 that is 6 inches and with a resolution of full HD+ for your viewing pleasure. Although the LCD screen looks sharp and does the job, in my opinion the colors are a bit dull and it doesn’t really “pop”. Going from a Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact to the Xperia 10, the first thing I notice is the more modern look along with the slimmer bezels. The top of the phone still has a larger bezel and that is due to it housing the earpiece and the 8 megapixel camera for all you selfie lovers out there. Another thing I noticed is that the fingerprint sensor has moved from the back of my XZ2 Compact. With the Xperia 10, the fingerprint sensor is now located on the side of the phone. With the fingerprint sensor, you’ll also find the volume rocker as well as the power button. Sony has done a pretty decent job with the build quality of the Xperia 10. Although the back of the Xperia 10 is polycarbonate, you’ll notice that there’s metallic finishes to assist with making the Xperia 10 look more “premium”.
One thing that is key here is that the Xperia 10 is a budget friendly phone. Within the price range of what it is, you can’t really compare it to high end phones out there on the market currently. The Xperia 10 internals kinda speak on behalf of this. With the Xperia 10, your under the hood is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, 3GB of RAM, and Adreno 508 which is all a bit “dated” in my opinion. Sony does give you 64GB of storage with an expandable slot of up to 512GB so that is quite nice. Along with that, the Xperia 10 is equipped with a 2,870mAh battery. With my usage, I’m able to go through a day just fine. This will be different depending on your usage. When it comes down to the camera, I’d say it’s not really that good. When trying to capture pictures it doesn't feel fluid (sorta choppy/lags) nor does the camera take pictures in dim light settings. With the Xperia 10, you’ll have a 13 megapixel camera lens paired with 5 megapixel depth sensing lens. With the general usage of the phone, it's definitely usable. Is it the fastest? Definitely not. But again ladies and gentlemen, you're purchasing a budget phone here.
Overall, I have to say that at the price point of the Xperia 10; you’re getting a pretty decent phone. Again its not by any means super impressive but you’re technically not buying a high end phone here; keep that in mind. With the 21:9 aspect ratio, it really makes it useful for watching movies/videos and multitasking. You may not be getting the best camera, screen or phone on the market currently; but again the Xperia 10 was not designed to compete with all these high end phones out there. All in all if you're looking for a mid range phone for perhaps your kids or someone that isn't tech hungry (latest and greatest); the Sony Xperia 10 may just be for you.
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The Xperia 10 features a 21:9 Wide display for improved Multi-tasking and immersive movie watching
21:9 Movie recording with a dual camera system
With 21:9 Movie recording, you can record and enjoy in the same cinema ratio used in the movies
The Xperia 10’s 13MP camera lets you take stunning photos in any situation and in different aspect ratios like 21:9
While the 5MP camera helps you achieve beautiful background blurring, known as ‘Bokeh’, which is perfect for artistic portraits
Slender design that’s easy to use and fits your hand perfectly
Side sense quickly shows your favourite apps, so you don’t have to scroll for them
With your 21:9 Wide display, you can enjoy compatible 21:9 content from Netflix on your smartphone in the cinema-style aspect ratio they were meant to be watched in
21:9 Wide display 6” Full HD+
21:9 Movie recording with a dual camera (13MP + 5MP)
High-Resolution Audio with DSEE HX™ and LDAC
3GB RAM
64GB eMMC internal memory
microSDXC support (up to 512GB)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 Mobile Platform
2870 mAh Xperia Adaptive Charging Battery Care
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
21:9 Movie recording with a dual camera system
With 21:9 Movie recording, you can record and enjoy in the same cinema ratio used in the movies
The Xperia 10’s 13MP camera lets you take stunning photos in any situation and in different aspect ratios like 21:9
While the 5MP camera helps you achieve beautiful background blurring, known as ‘Bokeh’, which is perfect for artistic portraits
Slender design that’s easy to use and fits your hand perfectly
Side sense quickly shows your favourite apps, so you don’t have to scroll for them
With your 21:9 Wide display, you can enjoy compatible 21:9 content from Netflix on your smartphone in the cinema-style aspect ratio they were meant to be watched in
21:9 Wide display 6” Full HD+
21:9 Movie recording with a dual camera (13MP + 5MP)
High-Resolution Audio with DSEE HX™ and LDAC
3GB RAM
64GB eMMC internal memory
microSDXC support (up to 512GB)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 Mobile Platform
2870 mAh Xperia Adaptive Charging Battery Care
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
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Sony Xperia 10 with 64GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked)
Charger
USB to USB Type-C cable
Owner's manual
Charger
USB to USB Type-C cable
Owner's manual
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Reach fitness goals with this Samsung Galaxy Watch Active smart watch. Featuring advanced workout tracking, this smart watch helps optimize workouts and monitors your progress by tracking up to 40 exercises. This Samsung Galaxy Watch Active smart watch monitors your heart and sends real-time alerts in the event of irregular activity.
Customer Rating
5
Lightweight & Comfortable Smartwatch by Samsung
on March 17, 2019
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Samsung Galaxy Active Smartwatch
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I had the pleasure of purchasing the Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch a while back. In my honest opinion although a really nice watch, it didn’t work out for me unfortunately; for personal reasons and opinions…
But guess what? Here comes a smartwatch from Samsung that I must say is attractive, has new features, and is definitely affordable for us “active” folks out there.
Samsung right off the bat offers the wearer the ability to have a good amount of customization and personalization. You can virtually strap on any 20mm watch band and Samsung is releasing 4 finishes of the Galaxy Active Smartwatch; which comes in either silver, black, blueish/green, and rose gold/pink.
When it comes to the design and finish of the Galaxy Active Smartwatch, I am honestly impressed. The watch itself feels well built and durable yet elegant and beautiful with its brushed aluminum finish. With its design, it is super light weight and never gets in my way during my workout activities. The glass itself is made of Gorilla Glass 3 to help with impacts and scratches while displaying its AMOLED screen. All in all, I am pleased with the design that Samsung went with for the Galaxy Active Smartwatch; it’s truly modern, minimalistic and comfortable. Although some may not agree, I enjoy using the Galaxy Active Smartwatch without a rotating bezel. Sure it’d be nice to have the rotating bezel, but it’s not a deal breaker in my opinion. My only gripe/complaint is that the screen itself has quite a large bezel. With technology and the trend nowadays, the bezel should be extremely minimal to practically invisible. Samsung chose to insert a 230mAh battery for the Galaxy Active Smartwatch. It has been stated by Samsung that you’ll get approximately 45 hours of use, I’ve personally tested this statement and I must say that I am actually quite impressed. I would say the “use” is subjective, so it ultimately depends on that. I still got a solid 1 ½ ~ 2 days of usage before I had to charge. Excellent work on the battery estimation Samsung!
During my day to day use, I really enjoyed the comfortability of the Samsung Galaxy Active Smartwatch. The internal specs of the watch also made it seamless as there was virtually no issues of lag experienced. I personally never really used the included onboard GPS route tracking since I workout in the gym near my house. But I can definitely state that if/when my wife decides to go hiking, I will for sure put the GPS to good use. I also LOVE the fact that I can go swimming with this watch up to 5ATM which is 50 meters which is approximately 164 feet. Besides that, I also utilized the heart rate monitor, sleep tracker and general fitness. Heart rate monitor, sleep monitor, and general fitness tracking is pretty generic as it’s available on any smartwatch. I've been trying to see if I could utilize the blood pressure monitoring option but I can't seem to find it. From what I can tell, the blood pressure monitoring option isn't released yet or perhaps in beta. I'm definitely looking forward to having the option monitor my blood pressure. Just keep in mind everyone, take the blood pressure monitoring with a grain of salt. Always go see your doctor if you think something is going on.
Overall, I have to say that I am quite pleased with the Samsung Galaxy Active Smartwatch. Everything from the design, to the usage, downright to the practicality; I can personally say that it’s worth it. It definitely won’t create a huge dent in your bank account and it has all the functions you need on a day to day basis. My gripe as some others may have is with the large black bezel. If you're an individual that likes to wear a light and extremely comfortable smartwatch without putting a dent into your wallet/bank account with the purchase; I highly recommend the Samsung Galaxy Active Smartwatch.
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1.1-inch circular 360x360 AMOLED display
Tizen OS 4.0 w/ One UI
GPS, Glonass, Beidou & Galileo
Heart rate & blood pressure monitoring
MIL-STD-810G tested
IP68 certified
Swim-proofing up to 5ATM
40mm aluminium casing
20mm quick-release silicon straps
1.15GHz Exynos 9110 chipset, 768MB RAM, and 4GB storage
Pairs seamlessly with Samsung Galaxy phones and other Android devices. This smartwatch is also compatible with select iOS devices.
Automatically detects up to six exercises while tracking up to 39 more, right from your wrist.
Helps you analyze your sleep patterns and encourages you to wind down to keep you refreshed and at your best.
Sends you real-time alerts if ever detecting an irregular beat, so you can be more proactive about your heart health.
1.1" AMOLED touch-screen display with 360 x 360 resolution.
Synchronize it with your phone to stream your playlist, get notifications, and more, right on your wrist.
With Samsung Pay NFC compatibility, you can make a payment from your wrist with just a tap.
Made with swim-ready, military-grade protection and a protective Gorilla Glass coating that prevents scratching.
Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity and NFC technology enable simple one-touch pairing.
Go nonstop with a long-lasting battery that lasts for days on a single charge.
This adjustable band stretches for comfort while you run, bike, or lift weights in the gym to fit your active lifestyle.
Tizen OS 4.0 w/ One UI
GPS, Glonass, Beidou & Galileo
Heart rate & blood pressure monitoring
MIL-STD-810G tested
IP68 certified
Swim-proofing up to 5ATM
40mm aluminium casing
20mm quick-release silicon straps
1.15GHz Exynos 9110 chipset, 768MB RAM, and 4GB storage
Pairs seamlessly with Samsung Galaxy phones and other Android devices. This smartwatch is also compatible with select iOS devices.
Automatically detects up to six exercises while tracking up to 39 more, right from your wrist.
Helps you analyze your sleep patterns and encourages you to wind down to keep you refreshed and at your best.
Sends you real-time alerts if ever detecting an irregular beat, so you can be more proactive about your heart health.
1.1" AMOLED touch-screen display with 360 x 360 resolution.
Synchronize it with your phone to stream your playlist, get notifications, and more, right on your wrist.
With Samsung Pay NFC compatibility, you can make a payment from your wrist with just a tap.
Made with swim-ready, military-grade protection and a protective Gorilla Glass coating that prevents scratching.
Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity and NFC technology enable simple one-touch pairing.
Go nonstop with a long-lasting battery that lasts for days on a single charge.
This adjustable band stretches for comfort while you run, bike, or lift weights in the gym to fit your active lifestyle.
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*****What's in the box*****
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active Smartwatch 40mm Aluminium
Wireless charging pad
Additional strap (large and small included)
Quick start guide
Owner's manual
Wireless charging pad
Additional strap (large and small included)
Quick start guide
Owner's manual
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Remove hair without wax or razors using the Lumilisse by Conair hair removal device. Rapid pulses of intense light help prevent hair regrowth, delivering permanent results with consistent use. The FDA-cleared device uses sensors to safely activate. Choose between continuous mode for large areas or manual mode to target specific trouble spots. The Lumilisse by Conair hair removal device includes two attachments to ensure perfectly smooth results all over.
Customer Rating
4
Laserhair removal w/o the multi overprice sessions
on February 5, 2019
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
I have had my fair share of trying "new" methods to rid my body hair, praying to last a bit longer than the previous, to always end up with a routine that I had to repeat every few days or a week. I eventually caved and went in for laser hair removal treatments. It was effective but cost hundreds of dollars and the worst part, it took 10+ sessions to see "significant" results. Even then, I was thrilled how low maintenance being hairless has become and have considered doing my legs...BUT per session price was just too ridiculous for me to cave yet again.
Then the Conair Lumilisse entered my life and it just may never be the same. It initially feels like a huge investment but unlike the other Laser hair removal systems, it does not have cartridges you have to replace every few uses so once you pay, you have a good while before this thing dies on you. Unfortunately, I can't say how long because I'm still only about 1.5-2months in.
In the box, you have the unit, a cord, 1 body and 1 Sensitive heads. Also, a guide, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND READING.
However, in case you wish to forego reading the instruction, here's the jist:
1. Shave the area 24 hours prior to treatment - Like any other laser hair removal treatments, it "works best" when the hair is short. DO NOT PLUCK and DO NOT LEAVE IT LONG. From testing, when the hair was long, this device just fried the long bits curly and produced absolutely no results.
1. Shave the area 24 hours prior to treatment - Like any other laser hair removal treatments, it "works best" when the hair is short. DO NOT PLUCK and DO NOT LEAVE IT LONG. From testing, when the hair was long, this device just fried the long bits curly and produced absolutely no results.
2. You have to be "light skinned" - This is something no one really has a "choice" BUT like most laser hair removal treatments, it's best suited for light skin. The device is equipped to "measure" your skin tone by laying it on its side on to your skin. When the indicator flashes "Red" it is not suitable for that area, stop and do not proceed. If you see the indicator flash green, press the "trigger" to "Set" and start.
3. Put the device flushed against your skin and trigger - The device has a "safety" mechanism and will not operate if the "laser" is not on your skin. When it senses it is touching your skin with no gaps, the indicator located on the back will flash green. Press the trigger to laser. Not going to lie, this was a bit awkward and took some getting used to because even if I pressed it firmly onto my skin, sometimes it would not flash so I had to take the device off my skin and place it again. Also, you may want to wear sunglasses because, even though it's written it's not "harmful" to your eyes, the constant flash may irritate the eyes.
4. After care - It says that you may feel like you have a mild sunburned after. I personally haven't noticed any burning sensation or feel uncomfortable after a session but do use aloe or ointments just in case. My skin did flare up and is still patchy (it's been about a month now) but I'm not entirely sure if it's because it was "burnt" or I just didn't take care of it thoroughly.
5. Repeat every 2 weeks.
As mentioned above, it did take a bit of finesse and a whole lot of getting used to but now that I have it down, it takes only about 10 minutes to do both my legs or husband's back. Both of us have used this product about 4-5 times each (every 2 weeks as instructed) and have noticed the hair to be growing in slower and thinner/lighter. I am very hopeful that the hair will eventually be light enough, difficult to see or just not grow back at all. HOPEFUL.
In terms of worth, I personally feel we have already got our money's worth due to the number of uses/sessions we have put in. I am also seeing very similar results as going to a laser treatment facility.
Overall, I definitely do think this is a good investment if and ONLY IF you can stick to a schedule, put in the effort and be diligent in caring for your skin.
Pro:
- Easy to use, once you're used to the awkward angles
- Virtually painless to mild "heat"
- Quick & effective
- No cartridges
- Convenient, comfort of your home treatment
- Safety features
- Easy to use, once you're used to the awkward angles
- Virtually painless to mild "heat"
- Quick & effective
- No cartridges
- Convenient, comfort of your home treatment
- Safety features
Con:
- A bit awkward to use in some areas of the body
- May irritate certain areas of the skin
- Expensive (hefty price but may be considered a worthy investment)
- Stiff cord, keeps getting tangled
- Packaging is bulky, no bag or anything else provided to put the unit, heads and cord
- A bit awkward to use in some areas of the body
- May irritate certain areas of the skin
- Expensive (hefty price but may be considered a worthy investment)
- Stiff cord, keeps getting tangled
- Packaging is bulky, no bag or anything else provided to put the unit, heads and cord
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Train like a pro with these JBL sport wireless headphones. Pure Bass technology delivers high-quality audio, and a built-in sensor captures your pulse on demand and records your heart rate for future analysis through the free smartphone app. Comfortable and secure, these JBL sport wireless headphones are great for training and fun.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Pair of Headphones for Iron Therapy
on January 3, 2019
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
JBL - Under Armour Sport Train Wireless On-Ear Headphones
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JBL - Under Armour Sport Train Wireless On-Ear Headphones. You’re looking at a well made, great fitting, sweat resistant design with powerful bass and audio. The headphones themselves are made of a rubber like material and have some really soft cushions as far as earpads and under the headband goes. The earpads themselves are surrounded by a mesh/jersey-like material. Under Armour and JBL went with the materials for the Sport Train Wireless On-Ear Headphones so that it fits securely, is vented and it keeps you dry during your workouts. Along with that, the headphones have a water resistant rating of IPX4 so it should be fine to have splashes of water but don’t expect to have it take anymore than that.
Using the JBL - Under Armour Sport Train Wireless On-Ear Headphones is quite simple. On the right earcup, you’ll find the power switch which also acts as the pairing switch, volume rocker which also acts as track navigation, and a central button thats multi-use for things like call management and voice assistance. If you’re at the gym and someone comes up to you to talk to you, you’ll find the TalkThru mode feature a great addition to these headphones. The TalkThru mode basically allows you to fade out the music you’re playing so that you can conversate. If you’re wondering where this TalkThru button is, it’s essentially built into the Under Armour logo of the right ear cup. Just give it a tap and you’ll be able to talk to whomever your talking to without having to take off your headphones.
Now onto the performance. I was definitely not disappointed by any means. When I’m at the gym pumping iron, I’m the type to like music that has some pretty heavy bass. These headphones are able to provide powerful bass at even high volumes. Guess what? Even at high volume the bass isn’t all distorted either. If you’re worried about the mids or highs, don’t be. You’ll be pleased to know that the JBL - Under Armour Sport Train Wireless On-Ear Headphones also put out excellent mids and highs. So all in all, performance is definitely awesome; deep bass and clear vocals! These headphones are also rated to last approximately 16 hours.
Overall, I am actually very pleased with the JBL - Under Armour Sport Train Wireless On-Ear Headphones. If you’re currently on the hunt for some on-ear headphones that provide some deep bass and clear listening experience while pumping iron without the fear of damaging your ear cups with your sweat; give the JBL - Under Armour Sport Train Wireless On-Ear Headphones a shot.
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Featuring two of Under Armour’s unique fabric technologies
UA SuperVent lines the outer ear cushions and delivers true breathability
Under Armour grip material completely lines the inner headband and ear cushions, providing a soft feel and maximum stability
Wireless sound that lasts long and recharges quickly. One hour of workout time on just 5 minutes’ charge.
TalkThru technology drops music down and turns on speech-optimized, noise-cancelling mics so you can easily talk between sets without removing your headphones.
UA SuperVent lines the outer ear cushions and delivers true breathability
Under Armour grip material completely lines the inner headband and ear cushions, providing a soft feel and maximum stability
Wireless sound that lasts long and recharges quickly. One hour of workout time on just 5 minutes’ charge.
TalkThru technology drops music down and turns on speech-optimized, noise-cancelling mics so you can easily talk between sets without removing your headphones.
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JBL - Under Armour Sport Train Wireless On-Ear Headphones
Carrying Case
Charge Cable
Audio Cable
Quick Start Guide
Safety Sheet
Warranty Card
Carrying Case
Charge Cable
Audio Cable
Quick Start Guide
Safety Sheet
Warranty Card
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Play to your full potential with this HP OMEN Obelisk desktop. Fluid gaming is ensured with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 series graphics and an Intel Core i7 processor, running on Windows 10 Home. Make a statement with customizable RGB lighting and a transparent side panel, and perform easy toolless upgrades in adherence to micro-ATX standards with this HP OMEN Obelisk desktop.
Customer Rating
4
Excellent Pre-Built PC by HP. Easy Upgrades.
on December 21, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
HP Omen Obelisk (875-0024)
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The HP Omen Obelisk. Where do I even start… Let’s just say, HP has definitely struck a home run with the HP Omen Obelisk. Not only is this gaming PC a beast for all you hardcore enthusiast gamers, the best part is that it is fully upgradable.
I really like the micro-ATX chassis that HP went with for the Omen Obelisk. The nice large side window will fulfill all you hardcore enthusiast gamers by showing off your internals to all your jealous friends/family (RTX 2080 WINK WINK). If that doesn’t impress your friends/family, maybe the included RBG lighting will. Now when I mentioned fully upgradable, I literally mean fully upgradable. HP thought of the gaming enthusiast by providing tool-free removal when it comes to wanting to make your own installations/adjustments. So if the included specs aren’t beefy enough for you, you’re more than welcome to add or make adjustments.
Now onto the specs. For this specific model, you’re going to be geared with an i7 8700 (non K) processor, 16GB of Kingston HyperX Fury DDR4 2666MHz memory, 256GB SSD, and of course; a Nvidia RTX 2080 (8GB). For those of you that have a lot of pictures or music that you want to store, this specific model also includes a 2TB 7200 rpm hard drive. But realistically, how does everything perform when it comes to gaming? Everything I ran and threw at this beast was like butter to a hot knife; effortless while providing the best results.
A couple things I would’ve liked to see differently. For memory, I would’ve liked to see 8GB sticks (x2) instead of just 1 16GB stick to be able to utilize dual channel. It also helps with the fact if 1 stick goes bad, you have the option to run the PC still with just 1 stick till you obtain another. But, I can see why HP perhaps did that. It’s so that you can get another 16GB stick to run the maximum 32GB. Being that the i7 8700 runs quite warm, I would’ve liked to see the CPU being watercooled instead of utilizing the stock fan. Along with that, I would’ve liked to see a bigger SSD than 256GB since most games nowadays take up a lot of space.
Overall, I can say that this prebuilt gaming rig will satisfy most enthusiast gamers out there. The reason why, if you want to make upgrades; HP definitely welcomes you to do that with the HP Omen Obelisk. The chassis that HP went with made it so that it makes it extremely simple to make changes/buy upgrades thanks to the tooless design. Although it’s a micro-ATX chassis, you can still fit in things like a watercooler and a full sized video card like the already included RTX 2080. Not to mention, HP gives you some pretty good parts already to begin with so you won’t have trouble playing all those AAA titles. I must say, GREAT JOB HP!
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Windows 10
Intel Core i7 8700 (non K)
16GB of Kingston HyperX Fury DDR4 2666MHz memory (1x16)
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 8GB
256GB SSD
2TB 7200 rpm HDD
7 USB 3.1 ports
Bluetooth and WLAN Ready
DTS Headphone: X technology
Microphone-in/headphone-out combo jack. Microphone input. Optical audio output
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Intel Core i7 8700 (non K)
16GB of Kingston HyperX Fury DDR4 2666MHz memory (1x16)
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 8GB
256GB SSD
2TB 7200 rpm HDD
7 USB 3.1 ports
Bluetooth and WLAN Ready
DTS Headphone: X technology
Microphone-in/headphone-out combo jack. Microphone input. Optical audio output
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HP Omen Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 - 2TB Hard Drive + 256GB Solid State Drive
HP black wired keyboard with volume control and wired optical mouse
Power Cord
Various Manuals
HP black wired keyboard with volume control and wired optical mouse
Power Cord
Various Manuals
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HP Spectre x360 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Embrace your creativity with this 15.6-inch HP Spectre x360 convertible laptop. Featuring a 15.6-inch 4K touch display and an HP digital pen, this laptop lets you write, make notes and express yourself with precise touch controls. This HP Spectre x360 convertible laptop provides a fast, responsive user experience with an Intel Core i7 processor.
Customer Rating
4
New Design & Beautiful. Excellent Internals. Heavy
on November 13, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
HP 15" Spectre x360 15-df0013dx
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TL:DR
Design - 5
Screen - 5
Performance - 5
Audio - 5
Portability - 3
Design - 5
Screen - 5
Performance - 5
Audio - 5
Portability - 3
Pros: Stunning Design. Love the New “Gem Cut”. Excellent Specs. Included Protective Sleeve. Included Pen. Accurate Fingerprint Sensor. Improved Speakers.
Cons: A Bit Hefty for Portability.
HP has done it again with the Spectre. The Spectre line from HP to me has always looked stunning. With this new version of a “gem cut” like design, I must say that I like it even more. The new Spectre x360 15” by HP looks and feels extremely premium. With this new “gem cut” like design, HP included a USB-C port at the edge of the Spectre. You’re probably wondering why though? It’s for the people out there like me where we get a bit nit picky when it comes down to cable management. Having that USB-C port at the edge of the Spectre is definitely cable management friendly. Along with the new design, HP has also included a kill-switch for the webcam. So for all you privacy concerned folks, this will alleviate some of that worry. With the changes, HP also relocated the fingerprint sensor. Instead of having the fingerprint sensor on the side of the Spectre, it’s actually been moved to a more traditional location which is on the top of the palm rest. By doing so, it definitely feels more natural and neutral. On top of that, the fingerprint sensor is excellent and it didn’t have any trouble reading my finger during my usage; 100% accuracy.
When it comes down to the hardware of what HP put under the hood of the new HP Spectre x360, you won’t be disappointed. For this specific model, you’re going to be equipped with an Intel Core i7 8565U. Along with that you’ll have 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and a Nvidia GeForce MX150 (2GB). The screen itself is a 15.6" diagonal 4K IPS anti-glare WLED-backlit micro-edge touch screen (3840 x 2160). Now, don’t think this laptop is a gaming rig; because in reality it isn’t. You can definitely still play games but you won’t be able to run things on high and ultra. Who the HP Spectre x360 15 was designed and tailored for is really more for editors, designers, and pretty much anyone in that spectrum that requires a good CPU and GPU combo while being mobile. Not only that, but also having the ability to turn your laptop into a tablet; which is essentially what the HP Spectre x360 15 can do. To accompany all the beefy specs and hardware, HP has also added bigger fans than before along with bigger radiators to help with any heat related issues or concerns. Along with everything you’re getting, what about the battery? Don’t worry folks, HP has equipped you with a battery that is rated to last a whopping 15 hours.
As you’re reading this you are probably wondering about the weight. Well, the HP Spectre x360 15 did in fact put on a bit of weight. Compared to last years model which the HP Spectre x360 weighed in at about 4.65lbs. With everything that HP did for this new model, you’re looking at about 4.8lbs. Sure some may say that it’s quite heavy. But for me, I think the added performance gaines, new aesthetic look, better battery and excellent internals is a definitely a fair tradeoff. My only concern here is for the people that need something portable. The HP Spectre x360 15 is definitely a bit on the heavier side when it comes to portability.
If you’re wondering about ports selection, don’t be afraid ladies and gentlemen; HP has got you covered. As mentioned above, you’ll have that USB-C port at the right edge of the Spectre x360, along with that you another USB-C port and you of course still have the USB-A port. Let me just add that the USB-C ports both support Thunderbolt as well. Keep in mind, you also have the ability to charge your devices that are plugged in even if the Spectre x360 is sleeping. You of course also get your HDMI out as well. Don’t forget, you also have a microSD media card reader.
Overall, I have to say that the HP Spectre x360 15” along with it’s new design and beefy specs; you’re pretty much going to be able to utilize this 2-in-1 for pretty much anything you need it to do. It’s definitely not made to be a hardcore gaming rig so please do not think you can purchase the Spectre x360 15” to do crazy gaming sessions with amazing FPS. But if you do want to game on it casually with decent settings, it can definitely handle that. My only main gripe that I have about the HP Spectre x360 15” is perhaps the weight when it comes to portability. I still agree that it being heavy for the tradeoffs of beefy specs and that crazy battery is worth it. But if you’re looking for something to be crazily portable, the HP Spectre x360 15” may be a bit on the heavier side for you. But still, I really like the design that HP went with for the new Spectre x360 15”, the beefy specs along with superb battery and the overall functionality.
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Intel® Core™ i7 8565U (1.8 GHz base frequency(2b), up to 4.6 GHz with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology(2g), 8 MB cache, 4 cores)
16 GB DDR4-2400 SDRAM (2 x 8 GB)
NVIDIA® GeForce® MX150 (2 GB GDDR5 dedicated)
512 GB PCIe® NVMe™ M.2 SSD
15.6" diagonal 4K IPS anti-glare WLED-backlit micro-edge touch screen (3840 x 2160)
Full-size island-style backlit keyboard with numeric keypad
HP Imagepad with multi-touch gesture support
Intel® Wireless-AC 9560 802.11b/g/n/ac (2x2) Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® 5 Combo
1 microSD media card reader
6-cell, 84 Wh Li-ion
HP Wide Vision FHD IR Camera with integrated dual array digital microphone
Bang & Olufsen; quad speakers; HP Audio Boost 2.0
16 GB DDR4-2400 SDRAM (2 x 8 GB)
NVIDIA® GeForce® MX150 (2 GB GDDR5 dedicated)
512 GB PCIe® NVMe™ M.2 SSD
15.6" diagonal 4K IPS anti-glare WLED-backlit micro-edge touch screen (3840 x 2160)
Full-size island-style backlit keyboard with numeric keypad
HP Imagepad with multi-touch gesture support
Intel® Wireless-AC 9560 802.11b/g/n/ac (2x2) Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® 5 Combo
1 microSD media card reader
6-cell, 84 Wh Li-ion
HP Wide Vision FHD IR Camera with integrated dual array digital microphone
Bang & Olufsen; quad speakers; HP Audio Boost 2.0
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HP 15" Spectre x360 15-df0013dx
90 W AC power adapter
Included Protective Sleeve
Included HP Tilt Stylus Pen
Various Manuals
90 W AC power adapter
Included Protective Sleeve
Included HP Tilt Stylus Pen
Various Manuals
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Introducing G303 Shroud Edition—the remaster of our iconic mouse. Featuring LIGHTSPEED, it delivers ultra-low latency and reliable performance. Helping Shroud and you take aim. With HERO 25K Sensor, Shroud’s G303 is built for precision and speed, without sacrificing energy. G303 Shroud Edition weighs 75 grams, made for low-sensitivity DPI and faster aiming. Designed in collaboration with Shroud, the new G303 perfectly matches his specs and includes our latest pro-grade technology.
Does this mouse have a battery included? Is the battery replaceable?
Battery is built in. Rechargeable. Not sure if it’s replaceable
2 years, 4 months ago
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MarkusKong
Bake casseroles, reheat leftovers and prepare other foods with this BELLA Pro six-slice digital copper toaster oven. The 1800W power output heats fast to save time, while the digital display provides info that's easy to read. This BELLA Pro six-slice digital copper toaster oven has three rack positions for cooking up to two dishes at once.
What is the material of the interior of the toaster oven? Is it non-stick?
Not quite sure what the interior materials are but it is non-stick
3 years, 7 months ago
by
MarkusKong
Remove hair without wax or razors using the Lumilisse by Conair hair removal device. Rapid pulses of intense light help prevent hair regrowth, delivering permanent results with consistent use. The FDA-cleared device uses sensors to safely activate. Choose between continuous mode for large areas or manual mode to target specific trouble spots. The Lumilisse by Conair hair removal device includes two attachments to ensure perfectly smooth results all over.
Can this be used on Facial and Neck hair?
Yes you definitely can. It comes with 2 different heads. Just use the one for sensitive areas
5 years, 2 months ago
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MarkusKong
Ninja Foodi's TenderCrisp pressure cooker allows you to achieve all the quick cooking and tenderizing wonders that you love about pressure cookers. The Foodi's Crisping Lid allows you to air fry, bake/roast, and broil. That means you can give your tender, juicy pressure-cooked meals a golden, crispy finish. The secret is TenderCrisp Technology, which produces the perfect combination of heat, fan velocity, and air circulation to give your food even crisping from top to bottom.
can you deep fry chicken with this unit?
You can only "air fry". If you're looking to deep fry with a pressure cooker, you would need a pressure fryer.
5 years, 6 months ago
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Only at Best BuySupport your mobile computing needs with this 11.6-inch Lenovo Flex touch screen laptop. The Intel Celeron N3350 processor delivers speeds of up to 1.1 GHz for fast web browsing, and the 64GB hard drive stores files and programs securely. This Lenovo Flex touch screen laptop is Bluetooth compatible and connects easily to wireless devices.
Will it support Microsoft office?
You can download Microsoft Office Online in the Web Store. It's built for Chrome
"Built for Chrome – Use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Sway Online without needing Office installed."
"Built for Chrome – Use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Sway Online without needing Office installed."
6 years, 4 months ago
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MarkusKong
Everything you love about Google, for work and play. Google Pixelbook is the first laptop with the Google Assistant* built in. Its super thin, 4-in-1 design includes a long-lasting battery and 7th Gen Intel® Core™** processor. It also comes with all the apps you already know and love including Youtube, Infinite Painter, Google Play Movies, Evernote, Slack, Lightroom, Google Photos and many more***.*Google Assistant requires Internet connection.**Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.***Availability and performance of certain apps and services may vary by region. Subscriptions(s) may be required, and additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Pixelbook and Pixelbook Pen are optimized for selected apps and services only.
How much does is the display quality for the google pixelbook
Energize your workout routine with these Sony wireless sports headphones. Their built-in LDAC enhanced codec support and Bluetooth connectivity let you stream high-quality audio content for an enhanced listening experience while you’re on the move. The included cable adjuster and clip help ensure these Sony wireless sports headphones stay in place.
Do this earphones have bottom on it to adjust the volume and answering phone calls?
Hello Theguy. I'm not sure what you mean by "bottom". But, on the right ear piece you have the ability to adjust the volume and answer phone calls. Its located on the "loop" that goes behind your ear on the right.
7 years, 5 months ago
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MarkusKong
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."
Is this working off of voice recognition or can others in the home use it also?
Hello Elaine, others in your home can use it too. It does not work off of "your" voice recognition. I tested this.
7 years, 5 months ago
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MarkusKong
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."
Can google home speak or answer to foreign languages. Google now does speaks multi languages, but I don't know about google home can do this. I know Alexa can't speak foreign languages.
Hello johnnyK, I tried speaking to it with Mandarin just now but it didn't work. When you go into the Google Home app you can see/check the language but there's only English that I could see.
7 years, 5 months ago
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MarkusKong
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."
I have an android TracFone . Will I be able to use it with the Google home ? Or do I need a Google phone.
If your TracFone can download apps off of the play store (Google Home app) then you should be fine. You don't need a google phone because Google Home even works with an iOS device. If you want to see the system requirements, look here: https://support.google.com/googlehome/answer/7035987
7 years, 5 months ago
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MarkusKong