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Make your home an internet haven with this versatile Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system. Three identical tri-band dual-stream AC2200 routers, each equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, deliver lightning-fast internet. Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0/LE, this Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system is simple to set up and pairs easily with computers, tablets and smart devices.
Customer Rating
4
Great VS Traditional Routers
on February 6, 2017
Posted by: MarkusKong
Front of box:
Wi-Fi that sets you free
Modular system with 3 nodes
Full speed Wi-Fi for up to 6,000 sq ft
Tri-band AC6600
3-Year Warranty 24/7 Customer Care
Modular system with 3 nodes
Full speed Wi-Fi for up to 6,000 sq ft
Tri-band AC6600
3-Year Warranty 24/7 Customer Care
Right side of box:
Simply stronger, better Wi-Fi
Velop’s modular system outperforms traditional routers and range extenders giving you 100% seamless Wi-Fi. With each additional Node, you again 2,000 sq. ft. of Wi-Fi coverage.
The Velop advantage:
Tri-band network
Full speed everywhere
100% performance
24/7 customer care
Technical specs:
Dimensions = 3.1” x 3.1” x 7.3” per Node
Wi-Fi = MU-MIMO, seamless Wi-Fi (802.11)
Radio Configuration = Tri-Band, 2.4 GHz – 2 x 2, 5 GHz Radio 1 – 2 x 2, 5 GHz Radio 2 – 2 x 2
Security = WPA2 encryption
Bluetooth = 4.0 w/L.E.
Processor = 716 MHz Quad Core
Ethernet Ports = 2 WAN/LAN
Required for setup:
Internet connection with modem
Mobile device with Android 4.4 or iOS 8 and higher, Bluetooth preferred
Velop’s modular system outperforms traditional routers and range extenders giving you 100% seamless Wi-Fi. With each additional Node, you again 2,000 sq. ft. of Wi-Fi coverage.
The Velop advantage:
Tri-band network
Full speed everywhere
100% performance
24/7 customer care
Technical specs:
Dimensions = 3.1” x 3.1” x 7.3” per Node
Wi-Fi = MU-MIMO, seamless Wi-Fi (802.11)
Radio Configuration = Tri-Band, 2.4 GHz – 2 x 2, 5 GHz Radio 1 – 2 x 2, 5 GHz Radio 2 – 2 x 2
Security = WPA2 encryption
Bluetooth = 4.0 w/L.E.
Processor = 716 MHz Quad Core
Ethernet Ports = 2 WAN/LAN
Required for setup:
Internet connection with modem
Mobile device with Android 4.4 or iOS 8 and higher, Bluetooth preferred
Back of box:
Each node is a powerful, tri-band connection point
3 nodes create 1 seamless Wi-Fi network that covers up to 6,000 sq ft.
Wi-Fi Freedom for the whole family
Say goodbye to buffering = Unlike traditional routers or range extenders, the Velop system send flawless, full-strength Wi-Fi across your entire home
Keeps your family safe = Velop makes it easy to give guests access while keeping unwanted gusts off your network and your family’s connected devices
Sets up in minutes = The Linksys App makes setup a breeze. Place Nodes around your home, name your network, choose a password, and you’re good to go
Gets better all the time = Velop continually updates to improve performance and security. And with 24/7 customer care, we’re always here to help
Easy App Controls = Guided setup, guest network, instant alerts, parental controls, auto-fix, speed test
3 nodes create 1 seamless Wi-Fi network that covers up to 6,000 sq ft.
Wi-Fi Freedom for the whole family
Say goodbye to buffering = Unlike traditional routers or range extenders, the Velop system send flawless, full-strength Wi-Fi across your entire home
Keeps your family safe = Velop makes it easy to give guests access while keeping unwanted gusts off your network and your family’s connected devices
Sets up in minutes = The Linksys App makes setup a breeze. Place Nodes around your home, name your network, choose a password, and you’re good to go
Gets better all the time = Velop continually updates to improve performance and security. And with 24/7 customer care, we’re always here to help
Easy App Controls = Guided setup, guest network, instant alerts, parental controls, auto-fix, speed test
Left side of box:
Wi-Fi the way you want it
Each Velop Node is a powerful tri-band connection point that distributes full Internet speed
Perfect for = 4k streaming, gaming, video chats, smart home products, works with Alexa
6 built-in vertical antennas provide superior performance
Cable management design keeps excess wires out of sight
Designed in California. Assembled in China
Each Velop Node is a powerful tri-band connection point that distributes full Internet speed
Perfect for = 4k streaming, gaming, video chats, smart home products, works with Alexa
6 built-in vertical antennas provide superior performance
Cable management design keeps excess wires out of sight
Designed in California. Assembled in China
First Impressions, Boxing, What’s included?
Packaging and design is wonderful. I love the design of the box and the way the front has a “magnetic” mechanism to open and close. Some packaging I’ve gone through is quite annoying and you even end up tearing the box sometimes! This is from the perspective of someone that really likes their boxes and packaging so it’s my opinion. But if you’re someone like me, you’ll definitely appreciate the way this thing is packaged. The internal design of the box is great because it’s “cut” and “grooved” a certain way for each content within the box. Talk about “shipping” resistant! So what’s included? You get the 3 nodes of course, each one is well vented for heat dissipation. On the bottom of each node, you have a reset button, 12VDC power adapter connection, a power switch, and 2 Ethernet ports. You also get to receive a nice thin flexible Ethernet cable. What I would’ve liked to see here is perhaps 2 extra Ethernet cables only because I like to have hard wired connected PCs as opposed to everything running on Wi-Fi. So that would’ve been nice. After the Ethernet cable (on the back) you will find the legal disclaimer/warranty/technical support pamphlet. Once you get to read through that (if you want to) you see the setup guide. The setup guide is literally a card with 3 basic steps. I must say, this card is even nice material that I enjoy. Under the setup guide are your 3 AC power adapters.
Testing/Setup - Conclusion
So I did some serious speed test before and after the Velop. Here are my results and findings... If you compare it to your traditional routers that are currently on the market, it makes a huge difference. The reason why? You get a crazy 6,000 sq. ft. coverage as well as top notch speeds. But how does it compare when you match it up against its class of "unique" routers? Well, I'm gonna have to say its just on par. When compared to the rival of a router like Netgear Orbi, the only difference is the extra 2,000 sq. ft. coverage. The speeds are pretty much the same. BUT, if you're looking to find a router that can handle the range and speeds, Linksys Velop does not fall short. Setup was quite simple, you do everything on the mobile APP. The issue(s) I had were the functionality of some of the features on the APP. Honestly, it got quite annoying at one point that I had to call Linksys customer support and things just got worse. The 2 main issue(s) I had were the prioritize optimization (where you select your 3 devices of which ones get the fastest speeds) and the channel optimization. But looking past those issue(s), the setup and APP were definitely nice that the Orbi didn't have. One major issue (hardware wise) that I didn't like, each Node only has 2 Ethernet ports. So if you're someone like me that has 4-5 different things hooking up to the main router, you'll want those extra Ethernet ports. What I would've liked to see were perhaps 5 Ethernet ports on one of the nodes and the 2 on the other wouldn't bother me so much. Would I recommend this product? You bet. If you're searching for an update to your current router and internet setup at home, check out the Linksys Velop. I'm sure Linksys are making improvements to the current issues as I mentioned above and are going to make the APP even better. It'll just take time as with any other APP released.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy your music while training with these Under Armour wireless headphones. These audio devices are sweat proof and have TwistLock technology to keep the earpieces in place through any workout. Designed by JBL, these Under Armour wireless headphones meet the highest audio standards and provide up to 8 hours of battery life to last many workouts.
Customer Rating
3
Where's the ARMOUR on these Headphones
on January 27, 2017
Posted by: MarkusKong
Pros:
- Very lightweight
- Clip in center of headphones to clip onto clothes while exercising
- Great to use if you're running
- Includes different sizes of ear buds for your ears
- Enjoyed the silicone material included carrying case. Case fits the headphones and he charger
- Pairing process is seamless
- Easy to use
- Very lightweight
- Clip in center of headphones to clip onto clothes while exercising
- Great to use if you're running
- Includes different sizes of ear buds for your ears
- Enjoyed the silicone material included carrying case. Case fits the headphones and he charger
- Pairing process is seamless
- Easy to use
Cons:
- When using the smaller ear buds for a smaller ear size, the plaster rubs against the wall of your ear. Pain starts to build.
- Sound quality is just decent compared to other similar products of this price range. Sound seems a bit muffled.
- Poor noise cancellation. Music at a pretty moderate level equals to me still being able to hear things around me
- No AC adapter for charging. Makes it a bit inconvenient for charging if you don't have a USB port available
- When using the smaller ear buds for a smaller ear size, the plaster rubs against the wall of your ear. Pain starts to build.
- Sound quality is just decent compared to other similar products of this price range. Sound seems a bit muffled.
- Poor noise cancellation. Music at a pretty moderate level equals to me still being able to hear things around me
- No AC adapter for charging. Makes it a bit inconvenient for charging if you don't have a USB port available
Conclusion:
I would say, it may be best to shop around. I have tested out some Sonys and I have to say they're pretty amazing compared to these. I enjoy the brand of JBL and Under Armour but it seemed to fall short a bit on quality and comfort ability. I like the fact that it's water/sweat resistant but a lot of exercising headphones nowadays have that as a norm. Nothing really blew me out of the water with these. As I mentioned, they are just average. Perhaps the next ones will be a winner?
I would say, it may be best to shop around. I have tested out some Sonys and I have to say they're pretty amazing compared to these. I enjoy the brand of JBL and Under Armour but it seemed to fall short a bit on quality and comfort ability. I like the fact that it's water/sweat resistant but a lot of exercising headphones nowadays have that as a norm. Nothing really blew me out of the water with these. As I mentioned, they are just average. Perhaps the next ones will be a winner?
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Remove dirt and debris from carpet with this Shark Navigator upright vacuum. A detachable canister lets you empty the vacuum easily, and the included tools make cleaning upholstery or inside crevices easy. This Shark Navigator upright vacuum uses a HEPA filter to remove harmful allergens and micro particles for healthier air.
Customer Rating
5
Shark ATTACK!!!
on December 18, 2016
Posted by: MarkusKong
WHATS OUTSIDE OF THE BOX?
SHARK WINS 2-TO-1 VS. DYSON
LIFT-AWAY
Exclusive: Hard Floor Hero - Outstanding cleaning on bare floors and hard-to-reach places
Exclusive: Hard Floor Hero - Outstanding cleaning on bare floors and hard-to-reach places
MORE SUCTION
vs. Dyson's top-of-the-line lightweight upright small ball multi floor.
vs. Dyson's top-of-the-line lightweight upright small ball multi floor.
CLEANER AIR
Compared to Hoover, Bissell, Eureka (emits 10x less dust into the air)
HEPA filters alone are not enough!
If your vacuum is an unsealed HEPA vacuum, dust and allergens can escape around the filters and back into the air you breathe.
COMPLETE SEALED HEPA SYSTEM
Captures and holds over 99.9% of dust and allergens inside the vacuum, NOT releasing them back into the air you breathe.
Compared to Hoover, Bissell, Eureka (emits 10x less dust into the air)
HEPA filters alone are not enough!
If your vacuum is an unsealed HEPA vacuum, dust and allergens can escape around the filters and back into the air you breathe.
COMPLETE SEALED HEPA SYSTEM
Captures and holds over 99.9% of dust and allergens inside the vacuum, NOT releasing them back into the air you breathe.
NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF SMALL
The Shark Rotator Lift-Away Speed is no ordinary compact vacuum. It's a high-performance powerhouse-easily transitioning from carpet and bare floor cleaning to Lift-Away mode for convenient stair and above-floor cleaning.
The Shark Rotator Lift-Away Speed is no ordinary compact vacuum. It's a high-performance powerhouse-easily transitioning from carpet and bare floor cleaning to Lift-Away mode for convenient stair and above-floor cleaning.
INCLUDES:
- Hard Floor Hero
- Pet Multi-Tool
- 12" Crevice Tool
- 5 Year Limited Warranty
- Hard Floor Hero
- Pet Multi-Tool
- 12" Crevice Tool
- 5 Year Limited Warranty
WHATS INSIDE THE BOX?
- Quick Start Guide
- Instructions
- Vacuum Pod
- Motorized Floor Nozzle
- Handle & Hose
- Wand
- Hard Floor Hero
- Pet Multi-Tool
- 12" Crevice Tool
- Quick Start Guide
- Instructions
- Vacuum Pod
- Motorized Floor Nozzle
- Handle & Hose
- Wand
- Hard Floor Hero
- Pet Multi-Tool
- 12" Crevice Tool
TESTING/SETUP:
Alright, taking out all the components of the box was not hard/difficult at all. Assembling it was also really simple, especially with the easy to follow quick start guide. Some assembly is required (no tools needed though). After setting it up, I was ready to test it out on my carpet. Unfortunately, I don't have hard wood floors to test out the Hero but I used it in my kitchen (which obviously isn't carpet). I really like this vacuum cleaner. My carpet made those nice deep vacuumed marks where the vacuum ran across. Compared to my older dirt devil, this Shark blows it out of the water. While testing it in my kitchen, it picked up any crumbs and food pieces with ease. You can adjust the suction power at anytime and you can also click some buttons located on top of the vacuum pod and you can do the Lift-Away. This is extremely convenient for people that have stairs or want to be a bit more mobile as opposed to using a traditional vacuum cleaner. The things I like about it most is that it does a great job in cleaning, does not spread any dust in the air from what I've noticed, has lights in the front to show what you're about to pick up, and is functional to your liking (Lift-Away). Being that the unit itself is pretty flat on the actual vacuuming end, you can get those hard to reach places with ease. Personally, I don't really have any complaints at this time to be honest. My wife tried it out and she said it was a bit heavy but of course, that's her personal opinion and preference. I personally don't feel like its that heavy. Also, its really easy to maneuver in my opinion. Cleaning it was a breeze as well. Emptying the tank can be done by a click of the button on the bottom. There's another button on top to release the top cap of the tank to clean as well. You have filters once you remove the tank and that can be easily cleaned as well. You can even pop the vacuuming portion open to remove the brush-roll and clean out any hair easily with the click of 2 buttons.
Alright, taking out all the components of the box was not hard/difficult at all. Assembling it was also really simple, especially with the easy to follow quick start guide. Some assembly is required (no tools needed though). After setting it up, I was ready to test it out on my carpet. Unfortunately, I don't have hard wood floors to test out the Hero but I used it in my kitchen (which obviously isn't carpet). I really like this vacuum cleaner. My carpet made those nice deep vacuumed marks where the vacuum ran across. Compared to my older dirt devil, this Shark blows it out of the water. While testing it in my kitchen, it picked up any crumbs and food pieces with ease. You can adjust the suction power at anytime and you can also click some buttons located on top of the vacuum pod and you can do the Lift-Away. This is extremely convenient for people that have stairs or want to be a bit more mobile as opposed to using a traditional vacuum cleaner. The things I like about it most is that it does a great job in cleaning, does not spread any dust in the air from what I've noticed, has lights in the front to show what you're about to pick up, and is functional to your liking (Lift-Away). Being that the unit itself is pretty flat on the actual vacuuming end, you can get those hard to reach places with ease. Personally, I don't really have any complaints at this time to be honest. My wife tried it out and she said it was a bit heavy but of course, that's her personal opinion and preference. I personally don't feel like its that heavy. Also, its really easy to maneuver in my opinion. Cleaning it was a breeze as well. Emptying the tank can be done by a click of the button on the bottom. There's another button on top to release the top cap of the tank to clean as well. You have filters once you remove the tank and that can be easily cleaned as well. You can even pop the vacuuming portion open to remove the brush-roll and clean out any hair easily with the click of 2 buttons.
CONCLUSION:
Go buy it. That's all I can say. Go to your local BestBuy and pick one up, you won't be disappointed. If you're buying it for someone that may feel like its a bit too heavy, then I would probably search for a different product. I felt like overall, the weight isn't TOO heavy but its definitely not TOO light. I like the weight of it. It does a fantastic job of cleaning up and it comes with all the accessories you need to do any cleaning in your home.
Go buy it. That's all I can say. Go to your local BestBuy and pick one up, you won't be disappointed. If you're buying it for someone that may feel like its a bit too heavy, then I would probably search for a different product. I felt like overall, the weight isn't TOO heavy but its definitely not TOO light. I like the weight of it. It does a fantastic job of cleaning up and it comes with all the accessories you need to do any cleaning in your home.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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.
Customer Rating
4
Sounds are Decent. Bass is Great. It's Comfortable
on November 23, 2016
Posted by: MarkusKong
Packaging:
The wireless headset comes in standard packaging. Nothing to oooh or aahh over. But I mean, its a headset so I wasn't expecting anything crazy. Outside of the box has some great information on there. Water resistant & washable (IPX5). Hands-free calling with HD Voice. 10 min charge, play 1 hour. Music playback time: Max 7 hours. Built-in 3-button control and microphone for hands-free calling.
Specifications:
Bluetooth Specification version 4.1. Bluetooth Specification Power Class 2. Line of sight approx. 10 m (30 ft). Compatible Bluetooth Profiles = A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, SBC, AAC, Qualcomm aptX audio, LDAC. Power source = DC 3.7 v built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Usage hours = 7 hours. Standby time = 200 hours. Charging time is approx. 2 hours. Weight = approx. 27 g (0.95 oz).
Whats included in the package:?
Wireless Stereo Headset
Micro-USB cable
Hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x 2)
Carrying pouch
Cable adjuster
Instruction Guide
Safety and Informational Guide
Warranty Guide
Micro-USB cable
Hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x 2)
Carrying pouch
Cable adjuster
Instruction Guide
Safety and Informational Guide
Warranty Guide
Setup/Testing/Usage:
Alright. This is what everyone's been waiting for. So, first impressions as far as comfortability goes; it fits right and feels good on your ears. Setup was extremely easy. I got it paired to both my Android device as well as my iPhone. I like the fact that on the iPhone, you can see the battery bar next to the Bluetooth logo on the top right. Sound right off the bat sounds good; crisp, clean, and clear. Bass is nice for sure though, it has a nice "oomph". The material that is holding the 2 ear pieces (where it goes on the back of your neck) can do this rubbing thing on your clothing. It kinda gets a little annoying if you're moving your head from left to right. As far as the noise cancellation goes though, it is definitely great. So that means, make sure you workout without a shirt! I tested out the calling capability and I have to say, I am impressed. I called several people and all of them said my voice is clear, crisp, and easy to hear. The microphone is located on the right ear piece. As far as charging goes, it took me about an hour and a half. I've been using it for about an hour or a little more and the battery icon is still full. But I'm sure it'll go down to probably 75 percent at once, at least that is what happens to my other Bluetooth devices that have the capability of tracking the battery on an iPhone (75%, 50%, 25%, dead). As far as controls go on the right ear piece, its not the easiest to press. Its definitely not the hardest to press. What I mean is, because the buttons are located on back of the ear loop that goes around your ear; you sometimes end up folding your ear in half. This is because you need something to grip as you're pushing the buttons. Once you get accustomed to it though, you may be able to hold the actual loop and then push the buttons instead of your ear. The thing I like by the way is that its water resistant so that you can give them a good wet wipe down. I mean... When you workout, you're bound to build up sweat on these. So having then water resistant is nice for a easy clean up.
Conclusion:
I would definitely recommend these if you're looking into purchasing a new wireless headset. They fit really comfortable and don't really bother you while you're doing what you need to do. The only thing I don't like as I mentioned is the cable that goes on your back neck. When you move a certain way it makes a weird "friction" noise and it can get quite annoying. But overall, if you can see past that; these are excellent. I gave it 4 out of 5 stars because of that "issue". The sound quality for music and calling is fantastic though. So for me, I can see past that "rubbing friction issue". Sony, keep doing what you're doing and just make that "small" improvement.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Customer Rating
4
Ok Google... Are you my friend?
on November 3, 2016
Posted by: MarkusKong
Features:
- Far field voice recognition to support hands free use
- 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi support for high performance streaming
- Simple setup with the Google Home app on iOS & Android
- High excursion speaker delivers clear highs and rich bass for HiFi sound
- Chromecast built in allows casting from compatible audio apps to Google Home
- Multi room playback to sync music across speakers that have Chromecast built in
- Check out these compatible services and more at g.co/home/services
- YouTube Music, Pandora, Google Play Music, TuneIn, Chromecast, Nest, Friends of Hue, Smart Things
- Far field voice recognition to support hands free use
- 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi support for high performance streaming
- Simple setup with the Google Home app on iOS & Android
- High excursion speaker delivers clear highs and rich bass for HiFi sound
- Chromecast built in allows casting from compatible audio apps to Google Home
- Multi room playback to sync music across speakers that have Chromecast built in
- Check out these compatible services and more at g.co/home/services
- YouTube Music, Pandora, Google Play Music, TuneIn, Chromecast, Nest, Friends of Hue, Smart Things
What is in the box?:
- Google Home
- AC Adapter
- Get Started Card
- Quick "things you can say" card
- Change your base card
- Warranty/Safety Card (1 Year Warranty)
- Google Home
- AC Adapter
- Get Started Card
- Quick "things you can say" card
- Change your base card
- Warranty/Safety Card (1 Year Warranty)
Requirements:
- For "turn up the thermostat", compatible smart thermostat linked to Google Home
- WiFi connection
- Electrical outlet
- Compatible Android, iOS, Windows or Mac OSX computer or mobile device
- Minimum OS requirements located at g.co/home/req
- For "turn up the thermostat", compatible smart thermostat linked to Google Home
- WiFi connection
- Electrical outlet
- Compatible Android, iOS, Windows or Mac OSX computer or mobile device
- Minimum OS requirements located at g.co/home/req
Testing/Setup:
Box is beautiful!!!!!!! Whoever designed this box is a wonderful person and knows what we "box people" want. The unit itself sits perfectly snug inside the box. Contents inside the box (quick reference cards, cable, etc.) is also made with quality material. Google Home itself is not heavy at all. The top portion of the device is a full touchscreen (not necessarily a screen). The material for the Google Home also has a great feel to it. Guess what... No fingerprints! The material around the base of the Google Home (speaker) is also nice material. The AC adapter is nice and the wire itself is flexible if you need to maneuver it around certain things. The power plugs in to the bottom base of the Google Home. All in all, the materials that were used to create this entire thing (box, cards, unit itself) is excellent. The voice recognition is accurate. I was in the kitchen and my device is set up in the living room. When I ask Google Home to turn up/down the volume; it hears you! Even if you slightly "slur" your words when talking to the Google Home, it'll still pick up what you're trying to say. I spent probably a good full 3~5 hours after setting it up and just messed with it, straight up talked to it. Setting it up was extremely easy. You literally plug it in and download the Google Home app on your phone and follow the on screen prompt. You can do so much with this device. Want to listen to Pandora? Tell it to play Pandora. You want Spotify? Ask it to play Spotify (if you have premium). Play a game? Ask it. Want news or weather? Ask it. Pretty much, it uses the Google engine to power this thing; meaning it uses Google's years and years of experience to help you do things. If you're someone that forgets to set appointments, what to buy when you're at the grocery store, setting up an alarm; Google Home will remember for you. Want to order an Uber? Ask Google Home to do it for you. If you have a Nest thermostat system or that fancy Phillips lighting system, Google Home can even be programmed to mess with those. So basically what I am saying is, if you have a smart home; get the Google Home to outsmart your smart home. BOOM! The range of things that Google Home can do is pretty magnificent.
Box is beautiful!!!!!!! Whoever designed this box is a wonderful person and knows what we "box people" want. The unit itself sits perfectly snug inside the box. Contents inside the box (quick reference cards, cable, etc.) is also made with quality material. Google Home itself is not heavy at all. The top portion of the device is a full touchscreen (not necessarily a screen). The material for the Google Home also has a great feel to it. Guess what... No fingerprints! The material around the base of the Google Home (speaker) is also nice material. The AC adapter is nice and the wire itself is flexible if you need to maneuver it around certain things. The power plugs in to the bottom base of the Google Home. All in all, the materials that were used to create this entire thing (box, cards, unit itself) is excellent. The voice recognition is accurate. I was in the kitchen and my device is set up in the living room. When I ask Google Home to turn up/down the volume; it hears you! Even if you slightly "slur" your words when talking to the Google Home, it'll still pick up what you're trying to say. I spent probably a good full 3~5 hours after setting it up and just messed with it, straight up talked to it. Setting it up was extremely easy. You literally plug it in and download the Google Home app on your phone and follow the on screen prompt. You can do so much with this device. Want to listen to Pandora? Tell it to play Pandora. You want Spotify? Ask it to play Spotify (if you have premium). Play a game? Ask it. Want news or weather? Ask it. Pretty much, it uses the Google engine to power this thing; meaning it uses Google's years and years of experience to help you do things. If you're someone that forgets to set appointments, what to buy when you're at the grocery store, setting up an alarm; Google Home will remember for you. Want to order an Uber? Ask Google Home to do it for you. If you have a Nest thermostat system or that fancy Phillips lighting system, Google Home can even be programmed to mess with those. So basically what I am saying is, if you have a smart home; get the Google Home to outsmart your smart home. BOOM! The range of things that Google Home can do is pretty magnificent.
Of course, I have some cons as well. I still can't figure out if this thing is "messed" up or if it was Pandora. Basically, if I was trying to ask it to play a different station on Pandora; it wouldn't change. I ran into a couple occasions where my Google Home just stopped playing. When I tried to tell it to play Pandora, nothing. Another issue I have is the sound itself. The base is pretty good and the sound can get pretty loud. My problem is that it sounds a little *mono*. There's basically no surround sound effect, but that could be because the unit itself is not that big so it can't project a surround sound feeling. The thing that honestly got me upset the most is when it stopped playing and I couldn't get it back up and running. I had to open up the Google Home app on my phone and reboot the Google Home unit. If you have a Google Pixel by the way, prepare for both devices to hear you when you say "Ok Google". With these cons, I had to drop a star. Everything else blew me away though, everything from the quality of the device (the way it was built) to the things that it can do. I hope they update it in the future to make phone calls, that'll be awesome!
Conclusion:
If you're browsing the market for an Amazon Echo device or anything in that particular area, I would give the Google Home a shot. If you're looking for something that'll help you remember, someone to talk to, someone to play a basic game with (3 included/available right now), or trying to be a home DJ with your playlist and music; look into the Google Home. It offers more than what I just said like changing your temperature in your home, ordering a Uber, and looking up things via the Google search engine. It does a lot more too. I'm hoping with Google powering this things, they'll be able to update it to do other things like phone calls and maybe some more games and other *stuff*. Overall, I like the unit/device.
If you're browsing the market for an Amazon Echo device or anything in that particular area, I would give the Google Home a shot. If you're looking for something that'll help you remember, someone to talk to, someone to play a basic game with (3 included/available right now), or trying to be a home DJ with your playlist and music; look into the Google Home. It offers more than what I just said like changing your temperature in your home, ordering a Uber, and looking up things via the Google search engine. It does a lot more too. I'm hoping with Google powering this things, they'll be able to update it to do other things like phone calls and maybe some more games and other *stuff*. Overall, I like the unit/device.
OH!!! One more things... If you have a date you want to bring home to meet Google Home, you'll have a blast; especially if your date speaks a different language. You can tell Google Home to say whatever you want in that language. Its for the most part "accurate" but once you do long sentences, it kinda doesn't do it correctly. I tried a different language with my wife and she understood the first thing I said. Second thing (longer sentence) made no sense to her she stated. Anyways, give this things a shot and try it out for yourself.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Bring the power of Google directly to your fingertips with the Google Pixel. A large 32GB of storage keep data secure, while unlimited cloud storage transfers data as needed, and it's completely automatic. The large 5-inch screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4 to ensure the Google Pixel remains scratch-free.
Customer Rating
4
Best Android on the Market (IMO)
on October 24, 2016
Posted by: MarkusKong
External of the Box:
- 5" 32GB
- Quite Black (interesting name)
- Model: G-2PW4100
- Made in Taiwan
- Google Assistant
- Google Cast
- Daydream VR
- 5" 32GB
- Quite Black (interesting name)
- Model: G-2PW4100
- Made in Taiwan
- Google Assistant
- Google Cast
- Daydream VR
What's in the box?
- 1x Google Pixel Phone
- Instructions Packet:
* Meet your personal Google Assistant
* 3 months of Google Play Music & YouTube Red (FREE)
* Thank You Card
* Safety & Warranty Booklet
- Sim Card Tray Removal Tool
- USB to USB-C Cable
- USB to USB-C Dongle
- USB-C to USB-C Cable
- AC Adapter
- 1x Google Pixel Phone
- Instructions Packet:
* Meet your personal Google Assistant
* 3 months of Google Play Music & YouTube Red (FREE)
* Thank You Card
* Safety & Warranty Booklet
- Sim Card Tray Removal Tool
- USB to USB-C Cable
- USB to USB-C Dongle
- USB-C to USB-C Cable
- AC Adapter
Testing/Setup/Usage:
Let me first say... If you're getting the phone with Verizon, be prepared for a LOT LOT LOT LOT LOT of issues. Now I mean issues as in not issues with the phone, but issues getting the thing activated with Verizon. It was a pain in the butt. It took me about 2 days and I got the phone working finally to be able to use it. The packaging that the Pixel comes in is awesome, good job Google! I'm a box guy, what can I say? The phone itself is aesthetically pleasing. I enjoyed using the phone. With the finger print sensor on the back of the device, it takes a little getting use to when moving from an iPhone. The screen is smooth, responsive, and clear. The phone is fast! Personally, I still feel like iPhone's IOS is still a little more fluid though in my opinion. I made a couple calls and was informed that my iPhone 6 Plus was more "clear" as far as speaking through the microphone goes. The Pixel isn't bad with calls, I was just informed that my iPhone 6 Plus was more clear. The speakers on the Pixel is pretty amazing, nice and loud. The camera in my opinion is good, but nothing spectacular. Compared to my iPhone 6 Plus, not even the iPhone 7; it seems like iPhone's pictures come out the same to the naked eye. I want to mention though that the Pixel's camera is definitely better than any Android phone I've used. The battery life on the phone is pretty good. I fully charged it around 08:30pm and used it pretty heavily till today around 11:00am and it still has about 30% left. When I say I used it pretty heavily, I played games on it, downloaded apps, set up my apps, surfing, Pandora, etc. The only thing I can see a difference of is the "standby" time for the battery. On the iPhone 6 Plus as an example, leaving it "non used" or on "standby" all night; the next day it'll be at 100% still. For the Google Pixel, I dropped about 4%. To some people, that may not matter. For people like me that are nit picky, it may matter. Speaking of Pandora... There's a headphone jack! Having a headphone jack may be important to some people. Charging the phone was pretty nice compared to my iPhone 6 Plus. I fully charged my phone from 7% to 100% in about an hour. With my iPhone, it takes longer than that. The cables included gives you a full range of how you wanted to charge your phone. From what I know, if you don't use the original AC adapter; the charge is not as fast. One thing that I really don't like about the phone, dust latches onto the phone like white on rice. The speaker, microphone port, etc has a material that stuff likes to stick to; not sure why. Coming from a person with OCD, it gets a little annoying. I clean my phone a lot so seeing so much dust latching on makes me clean my Pixel more than the iPhone 6 Plus. So far, I enjoy using the phone. In my opinion, its running great and its the best Android phone I've used. I purchased a Speck case for the phone and its really all you need. If you want, you can purchase a screen protector too but I feel like the Speck case was enough. With all the neat features on this phone, its a fun phone to use. If you're switching from iOS to this phone, it may take a little getting use to with the app drawer and the other features; even if you're switching from a different Android phone. Overall, I like the phone. If you're shopping, I would definitely consider the Google Pixel as an option.
Let me first say... If you're getting the phone with Verizon, be prepared for a LOT LOT LOT LOT LOT of issues. Now I mean issues as in not issues with the phone, but issues getting the thing activated with Verizon. It was a pain in the butt. It took me about 2 days and I got the phone working finally to be able to use it. The packaging that the Pixel comes in is awesome, good job Google! I'm a box guy, what can I say? The phone itself is aesthetically pleasing. I enjoyed using the phone. With the finger print sensor on the back of the device, it takes a little getting use to when moving from an iPhone. The screen is smooth, responsive, and clear. The phone is fast! Personally, I still feel like iPhone's IOS is still a little more fluid though in my opinion. I made a couple calls and was informed that my iPhone 6 Plus was more "clear" as far as speaking through the microphone goes. The Pixel isn't bad with calls, I was just informed that my iPhone 6 Plus was more clear. The speakers on the Pixel is pretty amazing, nice and loud. The camera in my opinion is good, but nothing spectacular. Compared to my iPhone 6 Plus, not even the iPhone 7; it seems like iPhone's pictures come out the same to the naked eye. I want to mention though that the Pixel's camera is definitely better than any Android phone I've used. The battery life on the phone is pretty good. I fully charged it around 08:30pm and used it pretty heavily till today around 11:00am and it still has about 30% left. When I say I used it pretty heavily, I played games on it, downloaded apps, set up my apps, surfing, Pandora, etc. The only thing I can see a difference of is the "standby" time for the battery. On the iPhone 6 Plus as an example, leaving it "non used" or on "standby" all night; the next day it'll be at 100% still. For the Google Pixel, I dropped about 4%. To some people, that may not matter. For people like me that are nit picky, it may matter. Speaking of Pandora... There's a headphone jack! Having a headphone jack may be important to some people. Charging the phone was pretty nice compared to my iPhone 6 Plus. I fully charged my phone from 7% to 100% in about an hour. With my iPhone, it takes longer than that. The cables included gives you a full range of how you wanted to charge your phone. From what I know, if you don't use the original AC adapter; the charge is not as fast. One thing that I really don't like about the phone, dust latches onto the phone like white on rice. The speaker, microphone port, etc has a material that stuff likes to stick to; not sure why. Coming from a person with OCD, it gets a little annoying. I clean my phone a lot so seeing so much dust latching on makes me clean my Pixel more than the iPhone 6 Plus. So far, I enjoy using the phone. In my opinion, its running great and its the best Android phone I've used. I purchased a Speck case for the phone and its really all you need. If you want, you can purchase a screen protector too but I feel like the Speck case was enough. With all the neat features on this phone, its a fun phone to use. If you're switching from iOS to this phone, it may take a little getting use to with the app drawer and the other features; even if you're switching from a different Android phone. Overall, I like the phone. If you're shopping, I would definitely consider the Google Pixel as an option.
Conclusion:
I would recommend the phone. If you're shopping around and you're tired of Apple for whatever reason, this Android phone is definitely worth a look at. Go into your local Verizon and try it out. Its not offered at AT&T or T-Mobile yet. Try it out and see how you like it, a recommendation is a recommendation. If you're tired of other Android devices or the one you have now, definitely check out the Pixel. I definitely enjoyed using the device. I knocked off a star because its definitely not a 5 star device but its like a 4.5. I feel like coming from an iOS device, I feel like iOS has a smoother and more solid built operating system. But, Android is catching up. What I mean by this is iOS seems more fluid and less "glitchy". I haven't ran into any glitches but if you've used an Apple device, you know what I mean. So there is my verdict, check out the Google Pixel; I think you'll enjoy it.
I would recommend the phone. If you're shopping around and you're tired of Apple for whatever reason, this Android phone is definitely worth a look at. Go into your local Verizon and try it out. Its not offered at AT&T or T-Mobile yet. Try it out and see how you like it, a recommendation is a recommendation. If you're tired of other Android devices or the one you have now, definitely check out the Pixel. I definitely enjoyed using the device. I knocked off a star because its definitely not a 5 star device but its like a 4.5. I feel like coming from an iOS device, I feel like iOS has a smoother and more solid built operating system. But, Android is catching up. What I mean by this is iOS seems more fluid and less "glitchy". I haven't ran into any glitches but if you've used an Apple device, you know what I mean. So there is my verdict, check out the Google Pixel; I think you'll enjoy it.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Bring the power of Google directly to your fingertips with the Google Pixel. A large 32GB of storage keep data secure, while unlimited cloud storage transfers data as needed, and it's completely automatic. The large 5-inch screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4 to ensure the Google Pixel remains scratch-free.
Customer Rating
4
Pure Android "Phone by Google"
on October 22, 2016
Posted by: MarkusKong
External of the Box:
- 5" 32GB
- Quite Black (interesting name)
- Model: G-2PW4100
- Made in Taiwan (not made in China! YES! Wished it was made in Korea though instead)
- Google Assistant
- Google Cast
- Daydream VR
- 5" 32GB
- Quite Black (interesting name)
- Model: G-2PW4100
- Made in Taiwan (not made in China! YES! Wished it was made in Korea though instead)
- Google Assistant
- Google Cast
- Daydream VR
What's in the box?
- 1x Google Pixel Phone
- Instructions Packet:
* Meet your personal Google Assistant
* 3 months of Google Play Music & YouTube Red (FREE)
* Thank You Card
* Safety & Warranty Booklet
- Sim Card Tray Removal Tool
- USB to USB-C Cable
- USB to USB-C Dongle
- USB-C to USB-C Cable
- AC Adapter
- 1x Google Pixel Phone
- Instructions Packet:
* Meet your personal Google Assistant
* 3 months of Google Play Music & YouTube Red (FREE)
* Thank You Card
* Safety & Warranty Booklet
- Sim Card Tray Removal Tool
- USB to USB-C Cable
- USB to USB-C Dongle
- USB-C to USB-C Cable
- AC Adapter
Testing/Setup/Usage:
Let me first say... If you're getting the phone with Verizon, be prepared for a LOT LOT LOT LOT LOT of issues. Now I mean issues as in not issues with the phone, but issues getting the thing activated with Verizon. It was a pain in the butt. It took me about 2 days and I got the phone working finally to be able to use it. The packaging that the Pixel comes in is awesome, good job Google! I'm a box guy, what can I say? The phone itself is aesthetically pleasing. I enjoyed using the phone. With the finger print sensor on the back of the device, it takes a little getting use to when moving from an iPhone. The screen is smooth, responsive, and clear. The phone is fast! Personally, I still feel like iPhone's IOS is still a little more fluid though in my opinion. I made a couple calls and was informed that my iPhone 6 Plus was more "clear" as far as speaking through the microphone goes. The Pixel isn't bad with calls, I was just informed that my iPhone 6 Plus was more clear. The speakers on the Pixel is pretty amazing, nice and loud. The camera in my opinion is good, but nothing spectacular. Compared to my iPhone 6 Plus, not even the iPhone 7; it seems like iPhone's pictures come out the same to the naked eye. I want to mention though that the Pixel's camera is definitely better than any Android phone I've used. The battery life on the phone is pretty good. I fully charged it around 08:30pm and used it pretty heavily till today around 11:00am and it still has about 30% left. When I say I used it pretty heavily, I played games on it, downloaded apps, set up my apps, surfing, Pandora, etc. Speaking of Pandora... There's a headphone jack! Sorry Apple, but having a headphone jack is crucial to some people. Charging the phone was pretty nice compared to my iPhone 6 Plus. I fully charged my phone from 7% to 100% in about an hour. With my iPhone, it takes longer than that. The cables included gives you a full range of how you wanted to charge your phone. From what I know, if you don't use the original AC adapter; the charge is not as fast. One thing that I really don't like about the phone, dust latches onto the phone like white on rice. The speaker, microphone port, etc has a material that stuff likes to stick to; not sure why. Coming from a person with OCD, it gets a little annoying. I clean my phone a lot so seeing so much dust latching on makes me clean my Pixel more than the iPhone 6 Plus. So far, I enjoy using the phone. In my opinion, its running great and its the best Android phone I've used. I purchased a Speck case for the phone and its really all you need. If you want, you can purchase a screen protector too but I feel like the Speck case was enough. With all the neat features on this phone, its a fun phone to use. If you're switching from iOS to this phone, it may take a little getting use to with the app drawer and the other features; even if you're switching from a different Android phone. Overall, I like the phone. If you're shopping, I would definitely consider the Google Pixel as an option.
Let me first say... If you're getting the phone with Verizon, be prepared for a LOT LOT LOT LOT LOT of issues. Now I mean issues as in not issues with the phone, but issues getting the thing activated with Verizon. It was a pain in the butt. It took me about 2 days and I got the phone working finally to be able to use it. The packaging that the Pixel comes in is awesome, good job Google! I'm a box guy, what can I say? The phone itself is aesthetically pleasing. I enjoyed using the phone. With the finger print sensor on the back of the device, it takes a little getting use to when moving from an iPhone. The screen is smooth, responsive, and clear. The phone is fast! Personally, I still feel like iPhone's IOS is still a little more fluid though in my opinion. I made a couple calls and was informed that my iPhone 6 Plus was more "clear" as far as speaking through the microphone goes. The Pixel isn't bad with calls, I was just informed that my iPhone 6 Plus was more clear. The speakers on the Pixel is pretty amazing, nice and loud. The camera in my opinion is good, but nothing spectacular. Compared to my iPhone 6 Plus, not even the iPhone 7; it seems like iPhone's pictures come out the same to the naked eye. I want to mention though that the Pixel's camera is definitely better than any Android phone I've used. The battery life on the phone is pretty good. I fully charged it around 08:30pm and used it pretty heavily till today around 11:00am and it still has about 30% left. When I say I used it pretty heavily, I played games on it, downloaded apps, set up my apps, surfing, Pandora, etc. Speaking of Pandora... There's a headphone jack! Sorry Apple, but having a headphone jack is crucial to some people. Charging the phone was pretty nice compared to my iPhone 6 Plus. I fully charged my phone from 7% to 100% in about an hour. With my iPhone, it takes longer than that. The cables included gives you a full range of how you wanted to charge your phone. From what I know, if you don't use the original AC adapter; the charge is not as fast. One thing that I really don't like about the phone, dust latches onto the phone like white on rice. The speaker, microphone port, etc has a material that stuff likes to stick to; not sure why. Coming from a person with OCD, it gets a little annoying. I clean my phone a lot so seeing so much dust latching on makes me clean my Pixel more than the iPhone 6 Plus. So far, I enjoy using the phone. In my opinion, its running great and its the best Android phone I've used. I purchased a Speck case for the phone and its really all you need. If you want, you can purchase a screen protector too but I feel like the Speck case was enough. With all the neat features on this phone, its a fun phone to use. If you're switching from iOS to this phone, it may take a little getting use to with the app drawer and the other features; even if you're switching from a different Android phone. Overall, I like the phone. If you're shopping, I would definitely consider the Google Pixel as an option.
Conclusion:
I would recommend the phone. If you're shopping around and you're tired of Apple for whatever reason, this Android phone is definitely worth a look at. Go into your local Verizon and try it out. Its not offered at AT&T or T-Mobile yet. Try it out and see how you like it, a recommendation is a recommendation. If you're tired of other Android devices or the one you have now, definitely check out the Pixel. I definitely enjoyed using the device. I knocked off a star because its definitely not a 5 star device but its like a 4.5. I feel like coming from an iOS device, I feel like iOS has a smoother and more solid built operating system. But, Android is catching up. What I mean by this is iOS seems more fluid and less "glitchy". I haven't ran into any glitches but if you've used an Apple device, you know what I mean. So there is my verdict, check out the Google Pixel; I think you'll enjoy it.
I would recommend the phone. If you're shopping around and you're tired of Apple for whatever reason, this Android phone is definitely worth a look at. Go into your local Verizon and try it out. Its not offered at AT&T or T-Mobile yet. Try it out and see how you like it, a recommendation is a recommendation. If you're tired of other Android devices or the one you have now, definitely check out the Pixel. I definitely enjoyed using the device. I knocked off a star because its definitely not a 5 star device but its like a 4.5. I feel like coming from an iOS device, I feel like iOS has a smoother and more solid built operating system. But, Android is catching up. What I mean by this is iOS seems more fluid and less "glitchy". I haven't ran into any glitches but if you've used an Apple device, you know what I mean. So there is my verdict, check out the Google Pixel; I think you'll enjoy it.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The SoundLink Color Portable Bluetooth speaker II was engineered to deliver bold sound wherever life takes you. From the pool to the park to the patio, its rugged, water-resistant design lets you enjoy the music you love in more places. Voice prompts make Bluetooth pairing easy. And up to 8 hours of listening per battery charge lets you keep your playlists playing.
Customer Rating
5
Tiny but Powerful
on October 6, 2016
Posted by: MarkusKong
What's on the box?
Bold, portable sound. Water-resistant (IPX4-Rated) for real-life use. Durable soft-touch silicone exterior. Enhance with the Bose Connect app. Voice prompts for easy pairing. Make and answer calls with speakerphone. 8 hours per charge.
Bold, portable sound. Water-resistant (IPX4-Rated) for real-life use. Durable soft-touch silicone exterior. Enhance with the Bose Connect app. Voice prompts for easy pairing. Make and answer calls with speakerphone. 8 hours per charge.
What is inside the box?
- 1x Soundlink Color Bluetooth Speaker II Aquatic Blue 5V
- 1x USB to Micro USB Cable
- 1x Instruction Manual
- 1x Important Safety Information Manual
- 1x Bose Support Contact Number(s) sheet
- 1x Soundlink Color Bluetooth Speaker II Aquatic Blue 5V
- 1x USB to Micro USB Cable
- 1x Instruction Manual
- 1x Important Safety Information Manual
- 1x Bose Support Contact Number(s) sheet
Testing/Setup/Impressions:
So the packaging itself is nothing to gloat about. Its pretty standard when it comes to the way it was packaged. So for some of you (like me) that enjoys the way certain things are packaged, you won't be "WOW'D" by the packaging. But... As I mentioned, its for some of you. People that don't care about packaging; who cares? The unit comes in a solid built box and there's a plastic cover that protects the unit itself. When opening the plastic cover, you'll notice the build quality of this little guy. Its quite heavy for its size but I'm sure its heavy because of the way the build quality is. The material is as advertised, a silicone type of rubbery feel. Personally I like the material because you don't get any finger prints! But... You may end up getting a lot of dust, lint, or random stuff on it; pretty easily I must say. As far as cleaning it goes, I'm sure if you run a paper towel or napkin over it; it may end up leaving some paper remnants. If you use a towel it may leave some lint. I haven't tried it but based off of the material as I have other things in my household with this material, you get left overs when you're trying to clean it with. You get a standard USB to Micro USB cable which is nice but there's no AC adapter. I understand the whole concept of "on the go" but it would be nice to include an AC adapter. That is my personal opinion on the charging method for this unit. I typically don't like plugging stuff into my computer directly to charge it. You get your standard manuals and other information included within the box. So setting it up, it was SIMPLE. Setup was a breeze and I was able to download the app off the store (depending on if you're using an Apple or Android device). You can still use the device if you don't download the app, its not mandatory which is nice for some people. But, I'd recommend downloading the app as its nice to have the standard features managed through an app. The unit itself performs exceptionally well. The voice is clear when listening to music, the base has a great "oomph", and the unit can go quite high in volume to bother your downstairs neighbor. The device is small, but it's raw power as I've posted on the title of my review. I didn't get a chance to test this thing with the IPX4-Rated water-resistant feature. I mean... Why would I? Its a electronic device so its not like I am going to splash water on it purposely. But, IPX4-Rated is supposed to mean that you can basically do things like take it into the shower (bathroom) and the steam and water splash here and there won't damage it. You can have it near the pool and if water splashes on it here and there it won't damage it. You of course can't submerge it or run it under water, its not waterproof; it's water resistant. Being said though, why would you do that to you electronic device...? So for normal day to day usage, you don't have to worry so much about splashing liquids on it (listen to music in the rain). So my wife has the Bose SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker at work, well her co-worker does. The sound quality on that unit vs this one, its comparable and almost similar. The battery on the Bose SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker supposedly lasts Monday-Friday with 3-4 hours of listening per day. The Soundlink Color II I haven't tested how "long" the battery lasts, but I'm sure it'll be somewhat comparable to Bose SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker. Overall, I enjoy this little beast. Its great to carry around to family picnics, pool parties, hang outs, etc. Its a great day to day unit. I would definitely recommend it as the price isn't too damaging on your wallet and it performs excellently. The only "gripes" I have about this unit is that there was no AC adapter and there are NO information at all on the technical specifications of the unit itself. Personally for me when buying ANY electronic device, I love to know what the technical specifications are. The other thing "which is an opinion as well" is the packaging and the material of the unit. The packaging was very basic. For me, I like being "WOW'D" when opening up a new electronic device. The material is really nice as I HATE FINGERPRINTS but it does attract dust and lint which I also don't like. But with these minor "issues", I would still recommend this device.
So the packaging itself is nothing to gloat about. Its pretty standard when it comes to the way it was packaged. So for some of you (like me) that enjoys the way certain things are packaged, you won't be "WOW'D" by the packaging. But... As I mentioned, its for some of you. People that don't care about packaging; who cares? The unit comes in a solid built box and there's a plastic cover that protects the unit itself. When opening the plastic cover, you'll notice the build quality of this little guy. Its quite heavy for its size but I'm sure its heavy because of the way the build quality is. The material is as advertised, a silicone type of rubbery feel. Personally I like the material because you don't get any finger prints! But... You may end up getting a lot of dust, lint, or random stuff on it; pretty easily I must say. As far as cleaning it goes, I'm sure if you run a paper towel or napkin over it; it may end up leaving some paper remnants. If you use a towel it may leave some lint. I haven't tried it but based off of the material as I have other things in my household with this material, you get left overs when you're trying to clean it with. You get a standard USB to Micro USB cable which is nice but there's no AC adapter. I understand the whole concept of "on the go" but it would be nice to include an AC adapter. That is my personal opinion on the charging method for this unit. I typically don't like plugging stuff into my computer directly to charge it. You get your standard manuals and other information included within the box. So setting it up, it was SIMPLE. Setup was a breeze and I was able to download the app off the store (depending on if you're using an Apple or Android device). You can still use the device if you don't download the app, its not mandatory which is nice for some people. But, I'd recommend downloading the app as its nice to have the standard features managed through an app. The unit itself performs exceptionally well. The voice is clear when listening to music, the base has a great "oomph", and the unit can go quite high in volume to bother your downstairs neighbor. The device is small, but it's raw power as I've posted on the title of my review. I didn't get a chance to test this thing with the IPX4-Rated water-resistant feature. I mean... Why would I? Its a electronic device so its not like I am going to splash water on it purposely. But, IPX4-Rated is supposed to mean that you can basically do things like take it into the shower (bathroom) and the steam and water splash here and there won't damage it. You can have it near the pool and if water splashes on it here and there it won't damage it. You of course can't submerge it or run it under water, its not waterproof; it's water resistant. Being said though, why would you do that to you electronic device...? So for normal day to day usage, you don't have to worry so much about splashing liquids on it (listen to music in the rain). So my wife has the Bose SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker at work, well her co-worker does. The sound quality on that unit vs this one, its comparable and almost similar. The battery on the Bose SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker supposedly lasts Monday-Friday with 3-4 hours of listening per day. The Soundlink Color II I haven't tested how "long" the battery lasts, but I'm sure it'll be somewhat comparable to Bose SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker. Overall, I enjoy this little beast. Its great to carry around to family picnics, pool parties, hang outs, etc. Its a great day to day unit. I would definitely recommend it as the price isn't too damaging on your wallet and it performs excellently. The only "gripes" I have about this unit is that there was no AC adapter and there are NO information at all on the technical specifications of the unit itself. Personally for me when buying ANY electronic device, I love to know what the technical specifications are. The other thing "which is an opinion as well" is the packaging and the material of the unit. The packaging was very basic. For me, I like being "WOW'D" when opening up a new electronic device. The material is really nice as I HATE FINGERPRINTS but it does attract dust and lint which I also don't like. But with these minor "issues", I would still recommend this device.
Conclusion:
Buy it. If you're looking for a unit that can perform, is portable, and can endure the normal day to day usage of carrying around a speaker; its a no brainier. The cons I provided above is nothing drastic of a REAL con which is why I still gave the unit 5 stars in my opinion. I like the unit, I would use the unit daily, and it has that "BOSE" quality even though its tiny. Spend the money and get it, you won't be disappointed.
Buy it. If you're looking for a unit that can perform, is portable, and can endure the normal day to day usage of carrying around a speaker; its a no brainier. The cons I provided above is nothing drastic of a REAL con which is why I still gave the unit 5 stars in my opinion. I like the unit, I would use the unit daily, and it has that "BOSE" quality even though its tiny. Spend the money and get it, you won't be disappointed.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
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
Orbi, you're my hero
on September 19, 2016
Posted by: MarkusKong
Outside of the box:
- High Performance AC3000 Tri-Band WiFi System
- Covers up to 4,000 square feet with strong WiFi Signals
- Creates dedicated wireless connection to internet using Tri-Band WiFi delivering maximum speeds no matter how many devices connect
- Just plug in. With simple setup from your mobile device, your secure WiFi network is ready in just minutes
- High Performance AC3000 Tri-Band WiFi System
- Covers up to 4,000 square feet with strong WiFi Signals
- Creates dedicated wireless connection to internet using Tri-Band WiFi delivering maximum speeds no matter how many devices connect
- Just plug in. With simple setup from your mobile device, your secure WiFi network is ready in just minutes
Whats in the Box?
- 1 Orbi Router (RBR50)
- 1 Orbi Satellite (RBS50)
- 1 2m Ethernet Cable
- 2 12v/3.5A Power Adapters
- Quick Start Guide
- 1 Orbi Router (RBR50)
- 1 Orbi Satellite (RBS50)
- 1 2m Ethernet Cable
- 2 12v/3.5A Power Adapters
- Quick Start Guide
Requirements to have Orbi work?
- High Speed Internet Connection
- Connect to existing modem or gateway
- High Speed Internet Connection
- Connect to existing modem or gateway
Physical Dimensions
- 6.7 x 3.1 x 8.89in (170.3 x 78.9 x 225.8mm) each
- Weight 1.96lb (890.5g) each
- 6.7 x 3.1 x 8.89in (170.3 x 78.9 x 225.8mm) each
- Weight 1.96lb (890.5g) each
Technical Specifications:
- AC3000 (1733 + 866 +400 mbps)
- Simultaneous Tri-Band WiFi
* IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz - 256 QAM Support
* IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac 5GHz - 256 QAM Support
- Memory: 4GB Flash and 510 MB RAM
- 6 High-Performance Antennas with High-Powered Amplifiers
- Implicit/Explicit Beamforming for 2.4 & 5GHz Bands
- MU-MIMO Capable for Simultaneous Data Streaming on Multiple Devices
- 4 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Ports
* 1 WAN & 3 LAN for Router
* 4 LAN for Satellite
- 1 USB 2.0 Port
- 24/7 Technical Support (90-day Complimentary Technical Support)
- AC3000 (1733 + 866 +400 mbps)
- Simultaneous Tri-Band WiFi
* IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz - 256 QAM Support
* IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac 5GHz - 256 QAM Support
- Memory: 4GB Flash and 510 MB RAM
- 6 High-Performance Antennas with High-Powered Amplifiers
- Implicit/Explicit Beamforming for 2.4 & 5GHz Bands
- MU-MIMO Capable for Simultaneous Data Streaming on Multiple Devices
- 4 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Ports
* 1 WAN & 3 LAN for Router
* 4 LAN for Satellite
- 1 USB 2.0 Port
- 24/7 Technical Support (90-day Complimentary Technical Support)
Testing/Setup/Speeds:
- Packaging is BEAUTIFUL!, extremely slick
- Unit came with a little bit of random dust or something on it. So if you have OCD like I do, this may be an "issue" for you
- Material of the units feels very nice, smooth, and guess what... NO FINGER PRINTS!
- Nicely labeled for "Router" and "Satellite" so you know which one to use, even if its your first time setting up any router
- Construction and build quality is nice. Finish is amazing. Product looks stunning. The only issue I had with the build quality is the "sturdiness" of it. What I mean is the base kinda doesn't sit solid on top of where you're placing it. Meaning, it wobbles. So if you have any children or pets around, be careful where you put it because the unit kinds rocks back and forth if moved. I wouldn't recommend putting it anywhere high
- Manual included is easy to follow and is clear
- Included Ethernet cable is flat, thin, and flexible; awesome
- AC adapter build quality feels a little cheap (as far as the base goes) but the wire/cord is nice. But honestly... WHO CARES!
- Packaging is BEAUTIFUL!, extremely slick
- Unit came with a little bit of random dust or something on it. So if you have OCD like I do, this may be an "issue" for you
- Material of the units feels very nice, smooth, and guess what... NO FINGER PRINTS!
- Nicely labeled for "Router" and "Satellite" so you know which one to use, even if its your first time setting up any router
- Construction and build quality is nice. Finish is amazing. Product looks stunning. The only issue I had with the build quality is the "sturdiness" of it. What I mean is the base kinda doesn't sit solid on top of where you're placing it. Meaning, it wobbles. So if you have any children or pets around, be careful where you put it because the unit kinds rocks back and forth if moved. I wouldn't recommend putting it anywhere high
- Manual included is easy to follow and is clear
- Included Ethernet cable is flat, thin, and flexible; awesome
- AC adapter build quality feels a little cheap (as far as the base goes) but the wire/cord is nice. But honestly... WHO CARES!
- Current speeds WITHOUT Orbi:
*PC Direct Ethernet - 66.32 down, 4.33 up, 13ms ping
*iPhone 6 Plus in bedroom - 2 of 3 bars signal, 48.62 down, 4.37 up, 16ms ping
*Android tablet in bedroom - 1 of 3 bars signal, 12.98 down, 4.79 up, 15ms ping
*PC WiFi connection in bedroom - 2 of 3 bars signal, 66.29 down, 4.37 up, 13ms ping
*iPhone 6 Plus in bathroom (further) - 1 of 3 bars signal, 25.60 down, 4.73 up, 17ms ping
*Android tablet in bathroom (further) - 1 of 3 bars signal, 12.30 down, 4.75 up, 14ms ping
*PC Direct Ethernet - 66.32 down, 4.33 up, 13ms ping
*iPhone 6 Plus in bedroom - 2 of 3 bars signal, 48.62 down, 4.37 up, 16ms ping
*Android tablet in bedroom - 1 of 3 bars signal, 12.98 down, 4.79 up, 15ms ping
*PC WiFi connection in bedroom - 2 of 3 bars signal, 66.29 down, 4.37 up, 13ms ping
*iPhone 6 Plus in bathroom (further) - 1 of 3 bars signal, 25.60 down, 4.73 up, 17ms ping
*Android tablet in bathroom (further) - 1 of 3 bars signal, 12.30 down, 4.75 up, 14ms ping
- Post speeds after installing Orbi:
*PC Direct Ethernet - 66.34 down, 5.80 up, 12ms ping
*iPhone 6 Plus in bedroom - 3 of 3 bars signal, 65.90 down, 5.71 up, 40ms ping
*Android tablet in bedroom - 3 of 3 bars signal, 66.16 down, 6.04 up, 14ms ping
*PC WiFi connection in bedroom - 3 of 3 bars signal, 64.53 down, 5.79 up, 16ms ping
*iPhone 6 Plus in bathroom (further) - 3 of 3 bars signal, 65.94 down, 6.05 up, 37ms ping
*Android tablet in bathroom (further) - 3 of 3 bars signal, 65.74 down, 6.04 up, 14ms ping
*PC Direct Ethernet - 66.34 down, 5.80 up, 12ms ping
*iPhone 6 Plus in bedroom - 3 of 3 bars signal, 65.90 down, 5.71 up, 40ms ping
*Android tablet in bedroom - 3 of 3 bars signal, 66.16 down, 6.04 up, 14ms ping
*PC WiFi connection in bedroom - 3 of 3 bars signal, 64.53 down, 5.79 up, 16ms ping
*iPhone 6 Plus in bathroom (further) - 3 of 3 bars signal, 65.94 down, 6.05 up, 37ms ping
*Android tablet in bathroom (further) - 3 of 3 bars signal, 65.74 down, 6.04 up, 14ms ping
Conclusion:
WOW! Ladies and gentlemen, this ORBI is amazing. By the test results, it improved the strength/connection, extended my WiFi to wherever I needed it, and boosted my upload speeds. Ethernet connection (direct), same but that's a given. The unit is supposed to deliver what it promised which is better "coverage" and stable speeds across all devices; and it did. Another thing to note even though it wasn't on my test, typically when I go downstairs to the garage where my car is parked; on my old setup I didn't get a good connection. With the ORBI, guess what? FULL BARS, FULL SPEEDS, and STABLE. Setup was a breeze, even for beginners. The device looks very nice in any modern home, apartment, condo, etc. Having guest come over and want to use your WiFi? NO PROBLEM. The Orbi will handle everyone's necessities. All I can say is, I am very pleased with that Netgear released. The only gripes I have about the unit itself is the way the base sits. So if you're planning on buying this bad boy/girl, make sure you find somewhere to put it where it won't fall off somewhere high and break as it hits the ground. The other gripe I have is the customer service 90 day ordeal... Not quite sure how that works cause I typically don't call in but does this mean you only get complementary 90 day support then that's it? You have to pay? Hopefully you would never need to call since this thing is a beast and the build quality is great.
WOW! Ladies and gentlemen, this ORBI is amazing. By the test results, it improved the strength/connection, extended my WiFi to wherever I needed it, and boosted my upload speeds. Ethernet connection (direct), same but that's a given. The unit is supposed to deliver what it promised which is better "coverage" and stable speeds across all devices; and it did. Another thing to note even though it wasn't on my test, typically when I go downstairs to the garage where my car is parked; on my old setup I didn't get a good connection. With the ORBI, guess what? FULL BARS, FULL SPEEDS, and STABLE. Setup was a breeze, even for beginners. The device looks very nice in any modern home, apartment, condo, etc. Having guest come over and want to use your WiFi? NO PROBLEM. The Orbi will handle everyone's necessities. All I can say is, I am very pleased with that Netgear released. The only gripes I have about the unit itself is the way the base sits. So if you're planning on buying this bad boy/girl, make sure you find somewhere to put it where it won't fall off somewhere high and break as it hits the ground. The other gripe I have is the customer service 90 day ordeal... Not quite sure how that works cause I typically don't call in but does this mean you only get complementary 90 day support then that's it? You have to pay? Hopefully you would never need to call since this thing is a beast and the build quality is great.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best BuyChoose this HP Spectre 13 notebook for its crisp 1080p display and 13.3-inch screen. It comes with a sixth-generation Intel processor and 8GB of onboard RAM for efficient multitasking, and its solid state drive ensure that programs load quickly. The slim design on this HP Spectre 13 notebook provide enhanced versatility.
Customer Rating
5
007's Laptop
on May 27, 2016
Posted by: MarkusKong
HP Spectre
- 6th Generation Intel Core i7 - 6500U Processor (2.5GHz)
- 256GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
- 8192MB LPDDR3 SD RAM
- No Optical Drive
- Windows 10
- 13.3 Diagonal Full HD IPS LED Display
- WLAN & Bluetooth
- Bang & Olufsen
- Battery 4-cell 38Wh Li-Ion Polymer
- 6th Generation Intel Core i7 - 6500U Processor (2.5GHz)
- 256GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
- 8192MB LPDDR3 SD RAM
- No Optical Drive
- Windows 10
- 13.3 Diagonal Full HD IPS LED Display
- WLAN & Bluetooth
- Bang & Olufsen
- Battery 4-cell 38Wh Li-Ion Polymer
Package Contents:
- Laptop Sleeve Included
- HP Spectre
- Setup Instructions
- Warranty Card/Info
- Cleaning Cloth
- Gentle Warning Card (Nice one on this HP *BUY IT TO FIND OUT WHAT IT SAYS*)
- HPECOSolutions (Instructions on how you can recycle your old laptop/notebook)
- AC Power Adapter with Power Cord
- USB Type C Thunderbolt Converter Cable (to USB)
- Laptop Sleeve Included
- HP Spectre
- Setup Instructions
- Warranty Card/Info
- Cleaning Cloth
- Gentle Warning Card (Nice one on this HP *BUY IT TO FIND OUT WHAT IT SAYS*)
- HPECOSolutions (Instructions on how you can recycle your old laptop/notebook)
- AC Power Adapter with Power Cord
- USB Type C Thunderbolt Converter Cable (to USB)
Testing/Setup:
- Color and finish of this bad boy is amazing. The new HP logo also looks fantastic. Spectre... This would be 007's perfect and primary choice
- Screen looks really crisp and awesome
- Text looks clean and its really easy to read
- Laptop is light and extremely thin
- Colors are vibrant
- Trackpad is smooth and it recognizes my movements perfectly
- Keyboard feels good, mechanical keys has me whipped though so the keys on the Spectre isn't fantastic but they aren't terrible; they are good.
- Fans at one point got a little loud when I was doing Windows updates and watching a movie. Not like turbine jets but it was a little loud. Heat dissipates in the back of the unit and you can feel the heat on the table if you have it on a table.
- Bang & Olufsen are awesome! Even at 67% volume, I can heat it clearly while my son was watching T.V. right next to me. I was watching Captain America Winter Soldier and I could hear the text the characters were speaking clearly.
- With 256GB of HD space, I would recommend getting the 512GB HD instead if you have the extra money. I wanted to try some games but being that this laptop wasn't built really for gaming and the HD was only 256GB, I was skeptical about installing a game. I might in the future but as of right now I haven't played any games on it. I am sure playing games will be fine depending on what you play. It does have the integrated Intel HD Graphics 520. Of course if you want to game, I would recommend a dedicated graphics card instead. I'm sure you can play games like StarCraft 2 and some other ones on either medium-low settings. If you are expecting this thing to run 60+FPS on Ultra settings, you may want to get a desktop. But like I said before, this laptop wasn't built for pure gaming. BUT, it can do gaming.
- Boot up and usage because of the 8GB RAM & SSD, the laptop is snappy! It multi-tasks smoothly and efficiently. The laptop takes 3 seconds to boot up and 2 seconds to shut down.
- Battery is built into the laptop so it isn't removable. Even if it is, it may be a pain in the butt.
- HP claims you can get approximately 9 hours of usage with this beauty but I haven't fully tested/drained the battery.
- Color and finish of this bad boy is amazing. The new HP logo also looks fantastic. Spectre... This would be 007's perfect and primary choice
- Screen looks really crisp and awesome
- Text looks clean and its really easy to read
- Laptop is light and extremely thin
- Colors are vibrant
- Trackpad is smooth and it recognizes my movements perfectly
- Keyboard feels good, mechanical keys has me whipped though so the keys on the Spectre isn't fantastic but they aren't terrible; they are good.
- Fans at one point got a little loud when I was doing Windows updates and watching a movie. Not like turbine jets but it was a little loud. Heat dissipates in the back of the unit and you can feel the heat on the table if you have it on a table.
- Bang & Olufsen are awesome! Even at 67% volume, I can heat it clearly while my son was watching T.V. right next to me. I was watching Captain America Winter Soldier and I could hear the text the characters were speaking clearly.
- With 256GB of HD space, I would recommend getting the 512GB HD instead if you have the extra money. I wanted to try some games but being that this laptop wasn't built really for gaming and the HD was only 256GB, I was skeptical about installing a game. I might in the future but as of right now I haven't played any games on it. I am sure playing games will be fine depending on what you play. It does have the integrated Intel HD Graphics 520. Of course if you want to game, I would recommend a dedicated graphics card instead. I'm sure you can play games like StarCraft 2 and some other ones on either medium-low settings. If you are expecting this thing to run 60+FPS on Ultra settings, you may want to get a desktop. But like I said before, this laptop wasn't built for pure gaming. BUT, it can do gaming.
- Boot up and usage because of the 8GB RAM & SSD, the laptop is snappy! It multi-tasks smoothly and efficiently. The laptop takes 3 seconds to boot up and 2 seconds to shut down.
- Battery is built into the laptop so it isn't removable. Even if it is, it may be a pain in the butt.
- HP claims you can get approximately 9 hours of usage with this beauty but I haven't fully tested/drained the battery.
Conclusion:
Wow... I really really love this thing. I kinda wish I was 007 now. 007 wouldn't be disappointed. The beauty of this thing is like getting a Rolls-Royce of laptops. I would definitely recommend anyone to purchase this bad boy. Its fast, sleek looking, and will handle what you need to throw at it thanks to the i7 processor. Of course, you can purchase the i5 but I don't know 100% how that would perform since I am reviewing the i7 version. If you guys are shopping around and you're tired of MACs, look into the HP Spectre. See if a store nearby has one on display and go feel it, look at it, and test it out. The only CON I possibly found was that there's no CD ROM drive. But I mean, who uses that anymore? PLUS, even if you do; you can purchase a decent external one. I actually have an external that I use for my desktop so it doesn't bother me. But for some, no CD ROM may bother them. I just have to say, HP did an amazing job with this beast. Keep going guys, keep going.
Wow... I really really love this thing. I kinda wish I was 007 now. 007 wouldn't be disappointed. The beauty of this thing is like getting a Rolls-Royce of laptops. I would definitely recommend anyone to purchase this bad boy. Its fast, sleek looking, and will handle what you need to throw at it thanks to the i7 processor. Of course, you can purchase the i5 but I don't know 100% how that would perform since I am reviewing the i7 version. If you guys are shopping around and you're tired of MACs, look into the HP Spectre. See if a store nearby has one on display and go feel it, look at it, and test it out. The only CON I possibly found was that there's no CD ROM drive. But I mean, who uses that anymore? PLUS, even if you do; you can purchase a decent external one. I actually have an external that I use for my desktop so it doesn't bother me. But for some, no CD ROM may bother them. I just have to say, HP did an amazing job with this beast. Keep going guys, keep going.
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
I would recommend this to a friend!
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