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Prepare all your favorite dishes in this DeLonghi Livenza convection oven. Insulated construction helps maintain temperature, and the oven fan distributes hot air to facilitate fast and even cooking. This DeLonghi Livenza convection oven heats multiple dishes at one time in two specific heating areas with four adjustable rack positions that maximize space.
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The oven is sleek and well designed. The presets have been spot on so far, pizza and cookies were easy and it's nice to work with an oven at counter height - our traditional oven is lower down and a pain to check on things. It fits well with our decor and kitchen setup and it's been fun to try the recipes in the manual.
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Clean your carpets more efficiently with this Rogue robot vacuum. The intelligent mapping helps the device navigate quickly through your home, and it has a tri-clean system that agitates, brushes and uses suction to ensure a thorough cleaning. This Rogue robot vacuum returns to its base for recharging when the job is done.
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5
Quieter than our upright and does a great job!
on November 23, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
My wife had been eager to try out a robot vacuum and this certainly didn't disappoint us. The setup and use was straight forward, the app took a bit of getting used to, but no complaints after we got the hang of it.
Our furniture style is high enough above the floor that this little guy can scoot right underneath most everything that we have.
There is an option to create boundaries, we haven't needed to try that, but I expect that may be handy for some people.
There is an option to create boundaries, we haven't needed to try that, but I expect that may be handy for some people.
We tried all three settings and basically, as you'd expect, as the cleaning level is increased, the battery drains more quickly and the vacuum gets louder - our upper floor is small enough that battery life hasn't been an issue even using the highest setting. On the low setting, I am able to take a nap without the noise bugging me.
I'd have to say that it is better than we expected and pretty cool to have around. Saves us time and trouble.
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Enjoy clear audio without distraction while wearing these Plantronics BackBeat FIT wireless earbuds. They have a sweat-resistant coating and lightweight design that's comfortable to wear and stays in place as you exercise or lounge. These Plantronics BackBeat FIT wireless earbuds come with interchangeable tips in different sizes, providing a secure, noise-blocking fit.
Customer Rating
5
Comfortable earphones, good sound.
on November 16, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
These earphones are very comfortable, the sound quality is better than I expected for the price. I am considering a second pair to keep in my gym bag.
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Request songs and initiate searches from Alexa with this Ultimate Ears BLAST wireless speaker. Its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity let you access the internet, make voice commands and take calls without stopping the music you’re streaming. The 360-degree profile and full-range drivers of this Ultimate Ears BLAST wireless speaker produce big, dynamic sound for your music.
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5
Looks and sounds great!
on November 16, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
Set up was quick and the microphones pick up your voice from across a room even when the music is playing pretty loud. Alexa functionality was very good as well. The speaker gets loud without distorting and the sound quality is good - certainly better than some other Blu-tooth speakers I've had.
The Ultimate Ears Blast was easy to unpack and setup, the packaging is very nicely put together and looks durable as a storage solution going forward. The volume controls and on/off button are easy to get at while the charging port isn't intuitive, it is fine once you get at it.
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Tune out the world and lose yourself in music with these Sony 1000X wireless noise-cancelling headphones. Equipped with SENSE ENGINE technology, these earbuds make it easy to adjust sound modes with a single touch, so you control what you hear. Compact and intuitive, these Sony 1000X wireless noise-cancelling headphones stay comfortable for hours.
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4
Clear sound, nice design
on October 21, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
These are a nicely package set of earphone/buds. The sound filtering was fairly easy to use and seemed to work alright. Volume control and equalizer features were also good. I've had a few sets of wireless headphone/mic combos and these seem to be roughly the same quality as my JBLs - but they allow a bit freer more natural head movement.
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Take control of your food prep with this Ninja food processor. Its two interchangeable attachments accomplish a wide range of kitchen tasks, including chopping nuts, slicing vegetables and pureeing fruit, and its auto spiralizer lets you make versatile vegetable noodles. This Ninja food processor has a drizzle hole lid for conveniently adding oils and other liquids.
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5
Look out! Ninja in the kitchen!
on October 14, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
We like to cook - correction - my wife loves to cook, and she is very pleased with this food processor.
Easy setup, easy cleaning, easy to use, works like a charm for us. Compare the features to your needs, but you really can't go wrong with anything from the Ninja line of products. At this rate, our kitchen will look like a dojo soon.
Easy setup, easy cleaning, easy to use, works like a charm for us. Compare the features to your needs, but you really can't go wrong with anything from the Ninja line of products. At this rate, our kitchen will look like a dojo soon.
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Protect your iPhone's data with this 64GB iXpand charger and backup base. It charges your iPhone quickly with 15W of power, and it backs up photos and videos as it charges to ensure precious memories are always safe. This iXpand charger and backup base also backs up your stored contacts, so you can restore them when needed.
Customer Rating
3
It's a charging station with a memory card
on October 14, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
It was easy to set up and use, the 64GB card is already inserted and ready to go. It doesn't seem to charge the phone much faster than just plugging the cord in the wall or to the computer. The memory back up is a decent feature, but we already made a habit of backing up every few days (photos and such) so I'm not sure what I was expecting.
It does have a nice feature of allowing you to hide the cord away, but then you still have the cord from the base to the wall, so...
I wouldn't recommend this unless you have a habit of not backing up your data and think the base would look cool on your desk/table.
It does have a nice feature of allowing you to hide the cord away, but then you still have the cord from the base to the wall, so...
I wouldn't recommend this unless you have a habit of not backing up your data and think the base would look cool on your desk/table.
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Keep enemies out of your room with this fully animated Spider-Man toy. His LED eyes light up when he detects movement with his motion-detection technology, and speech recognition lets him engage in two-way conversations. Hook this Spider-Man toy up to the Internet via Wi-Fi for new adventures, missions and updates.
Customer Rating
5
Very, very cool. A great holiday gift.
on October 5, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
So, I had to get this, being a Spider-man fan for many years and, although this is geared toward a younger crowd, it is a real blast.
The packaging was nice and secure and the setup was literally 3 steps. The battery charge is pretty quick, and the stand is very stable. The toy itself is well made and my wife thinks it looks really cute with the over-sized, funko pop looking head.
The packaging was nice and secure and the setup was literally 3 steps. The battery charge is pretty quick, and the stand is very stable. The toy itself is well made and my wife thinks it looks really cute with the over-sized, funko pop looking head.
The jokes and puns are so corny they are funny because of it.
The stories are short but are pulled from actual comic story lines - at least the ones I have heard so far. This is kind of cool, being a long-time fan.
The interactions of the Team-up mode are, as expected, geared to the young. My nephews played with the toy for a couple hours and thought the jokes were great - they are into joke books and thought that was the best part.
The stories are short but are pulled from actual comic story lines - at least the ones I have heard so far. This is kind of cool, being a long-time fan.
The interactions of the Team-up mode are, as expected, geared to the young. My nephews played with the toy for a couple hours and thought the jokes were great - they are into joke books and thought that was the best part.
In summary, it is a well built easy to use toy that would make a good present for a variety of ages but will see the most enjoyable use by elementary/early middle school age kids.
I am already on the hook to get one of these for the aforementioned nephews for the holidays this year - It'll be well worth the price for them.
I'm keeping mine all to myself.
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Fuse physical and digital worlds with this Merge cube. It's a toy hologram that you can hold in the palm of your hand, and it works with free apps downloaded onto your iOS or Android smart device at the Merge Miniverse site. This Merge cube lets you play your favorite games with virtual reality goggles.
Customer Rating
4
Good VR experience/toy for kids.
on October 5, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
The cube and software were easy to use, the activities and games were easy to access using the goggle buttons and interface.
My nephews, ages 10 and 12, thought it was really cool. I'd say that, for the price and available apps, it is a good buy to keep the kids busy - but if you are an adult, the novelty wears a bit thin and might not warrant more than a few uses.
My nephews, ages 10 and 12, thought it was really cool. I'd say that, for the price and available apps, it is a good buy to keep the kids busy - but if you are an adult, the novelty wears a bit thin and might not warrant more than a few uses.
I'd recommend this for kids as a fun interaction with VR.
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Be transported into another world with the Merge VR Goggles. Compatible with Android and iOS devices, Merge VR Goggles provide an immersive virtual reality experience powered by your smartphone.Explore virtual worlds with these Merge VR goggles. The input system lets you perform simultaneous action, such as running and jumping, and the soft foam construction keep you comfortable. These Merge VR goggles take you to new worlds via hundreds of apps with VR START, and they’re compatible with newer Android and iPhone devices for versatility.
Customer Rating
4
Easy to set up and use.
on October 5, 2017
Posted by: RacineTechie
from Fairmont, MN
Positives: The goggles were easy to set up and use and were comfortable without glasses and after some adjustment. I'm a big guy and these required me to let the straps out quite a bit. The adjustments were easy, and the side slots for earphone jack and power were well located and my Pixel fit nicely in the goggles.
There seem to be quite a range of apps out there and plenty of free VR content so you should be able to to get many hours of enjoyment out of these.
There seem to be quite a range of apps out there and plenty of free VR content so you should be able to to get many hours of enjoyment out of these.
Negatives: With that said, I am a large adult male and have glasses with fairly wide frames and, even though the goggles are "glasses friendly" they didn't fit well over mine at all; I mean it was annoying even with a looser adjustment and my lenses were right up against the goggle lenses.
After an hour or so of use, my neck was aching from trying to hold my head at an angle to relieve the pressure from my eye glasses pressing into my face, this also made looking around the VR world a bit cumbersome. If you have small framed glasses or don't have glasses, then these issues may not apply to you.
My wife tried these on and used them and they fit her better, she has contacts, and were more comfortable over all during use. I suspect that these would work best for smaller adults or children.
After an hour or so of use, my neck was aching from trying to hold my head at an angle to relieve the pressure from my eye glasses pressing into my face, this also made looking around the VR world a bit cumbersome. If you have small framed glasses or don't have glasses, then these issues may not apply to you.
My wife tried these on and used them and they fit her better, she has contacts, and were more comfortable over all during use. I suspect that these would work best for smaller adults or children.
NOTE: My phone got very very hot after the hour or so it was in the goggles, and for some reason, the battery charge dropped from full to 19% during the hour - I suspect this is a combination of the amount of work the phone went through to run the apps, but more likely due to the materials (foam like) that are used in the goggle construction. When I stream movies, the battery hasn't been an issue, so I'm thinking it has to do with the app(s).
All things considered, I think if you are using without glasses and for less than an hour or so, you should be comfortable and your phone should still have a decent charge on it.
I'd recommend them, they just aren't something I see myself using much - not the items fault.
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Do the sides of the toaster get hot to the touch when in use??
Not that we noticed, but we only make 4 slices at breakfast and don't go for dark/burnt toast.
I expect if you like your toast dark and are making a lot of it, it may get a bit warm, fortunately, stainless tends to shed heat fairly quickly anyway.
I expect if you like your toast dark and are making a lot of it, it may get a bit warm, fortunately, stainless tends to shed heat fairly quickly anyway.
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