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![Webroot - Premium Antivirus Protection (10 Device) with Allstate Identity Protection (1 Identity) - Android, Apple iOS, Chrome, Mac OS, Windows [Digital]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/6521/6521830_sd.jpg)
Award-winning, Webroot Antivirus has partnered with Allstate Identity Protection to provide customers with the peace of mind they deserve. With Webroot Premium, you’ll have antivirus protection against emerging threats for up to 10 devices, a password manager, plus a system optimizer to clean your devices and erase traces of online activity. And now with Allstate Identity Protection, you get Credit, Dark Web, Identity, and Financial Monitoring and alerts on threats to your identity. If there’s an issue, you have 24/7 U.S.-based support with identity restoration experts and up to $1 million in expense reimbursement for stolen funds and out-of-pocket costs due identity theft†. Webroot Premium – protection for your devices, privacy and identity.
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3
Lightweight and other stuff
on July 18, 2023
Posted by: DavidJr
Webroot is a simple lightweight antivirus/malware protection software. However, this Premium + Identity Protection just adds more to it. Basically you get an added annual premium account to LastPass and a simplified version of Allstate’s Identity Protection. The SecureAnywhere software can be used on most systems, Windows, Mac, Chrome, Android, iOS and as a browser extension on Chrome, Edge and Firefox. Compared to other AV packages I have tried, this one has been the least intrusive as far as not popping up with advertisements for other packages or reminding me I should activate something. It was just installed and started protecting.
Though it is simple, that is kind of a downfall to this package as well. Nothing seems to be well explained and even their tutorials page just gives steps on what to do but you have no idea what you are doing with it. The user interface just feels old, but it works, so I guess there's no need to add flashy buttons, but what is it doing? Even going through the advanced settings it is just a bunch of check boxes and no real details, like adding your own rules to the firewall.
Example, the Utilities tab, you have ‘Optimize Now’ and ‘Run System Analyzer’. You have to run the analyzer first and it gives a report, but all you can do is save or close the report. So, guess you select ‘Optimize Now’ and then it runs and done. Now you are “optimized” with some amount of MB recovered. Yet, I run the analyzer again and have the similar warnings with no suggested on what to do with them.
Then setting up the extra premium features, like Allstate Identity Protection and Last Pass are just redirects to their respective sites in which I had an issue with Allstate setup not finishing for me, so I could not enable all protections till that was resolved. But, there is no real detail on what to expect from either of these. It appears that you get a premium account of LastPass, but then says 1 of 10, so I guess you can have 10 unique accounts of LastPass premium. Which is nice for a family, but then why not have a family account where you can manage and share passwords with each other?
Allstate Identity Protection, once you give it all the personal information like emails, SSN, credit card and account numbers claims it is monitoring and protecting, but does not appear to look back on anything. For example, I know for a fact one of my monitored emails has been compromised on the dark web, yet it shows as nothing detected. Literally 2 days after setting it up, I get a dark web warning from a different service I signed up for about a site leak with that same email. I’m not going to run my credit to see it that works, but I have a free service that has provided on the spot checks when that has happened before.
Then you have the Carbonite for backup but that just redirects you to their site and plans. The software says “Included with your subscription” but the account site says “You do not currently have a backup subscription”. You try the trial for 15 days and it requires you to install additional software to use it anyways and the SecureAnywhere software still thinks you need a separate Carbonite login.
Overall, if you don’t already have some identity protection set up, don’t have a good password manager, and need some simple virus protection on multiple devices, this isn’t a bad deal. For one, you are going to need Last Pass as you are going to end up creating a new account for each version of WebRoot as for some reason your Windows account won’t work on mobile and you need to set up secure passwords for everything else. I do like it being less intrusive than some of the other big brands, but it just doesn't seem so premium when you are just sent to a website that sends you to other sites.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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These SANUS Height-Adjustable Speaker Stands designed for Sonos Era 100 and Sonos Era 300 offer 17" of effortless sliding height adjustment, cable management and a sleek design. This adjustable stand is sure to deliver optimal audio performance regardless of your listening needs. Constructed of durable steel and extruded aluminum, this not only resists wear, but also perfectly complements the aesthetics of the Sonos Era 100 and 300 for a sleek, seamless look. Perfect for use in any setup, be it home theater, surround sound, or ambient listening. For a cable-free look, our Press Fit cable management technology secures and conceals cords down the back of the stand. Easily assembles in 15 minutes with a Phillips screwdriver, this sleek stand will help get you the perfect sound for your space. These speaker stands are easy to install and are safety tested to meet UL standards. At Sanus, we stand behind our products and aim to provide the best experience for you from purchase through installation. Our knowledgable, friendly customer care team based right here in the U.S. is available 7 days a week by phone, email, or chat if you need support.
Posted by: DavidJr
The Sonos 300 speaker is a pretty hefty speaker as it is, but to put it on top of a thin looking pole just feels sketchy. However, these stands hold it in place. These are really heavy and a little bit of a workout to put together, but not difficult. The instructions are pretty simple, but feel they could have done a little better on the steps and labeling. All the parts are in there for a pair of either the Sonos 300 or Sonos 100 speakers. The only thing different is the bracket that holds the speaker and the screws to connect it to the speaker. With a phillips head screwdriver, there are only a few things to attach, tuck in the wires and you're done. There are carpet spikes or rubber feet for the base, a few rubber pieces to keep the wire in the channel and a little piece of plastic called the trigger that you want to keep in a memorable place. Adjusting the speaker higher is simply done by lifting the speaker up. However, to lower it you need that trigger inserted to press and let it down. As for stability of the stand, it does wobble a bit, but I pushed it around a bit and it never felt like it was going to fall over without some real force even at its highest. Meaning the floor shaking from someone jumping around or a slight elbow bump isn’t likely to knock it over.
Overall, the weight of the base is certainly doing its job in holding the Sonos 300 in a stable position. In all actuality it seems to have improved the sound from the speaker as it is not bouncing audio off of the surface it was originally sitting on. If you ever get bored and feel like working out though, you essentially have a 24 lbs barbell that can play music (joking).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Dyson V15 Detect Extra is engineered with the power, intelligence, versatility, and run time to deep clean your whole home. Dyson illumination reveals invisible dust on hard floors. A piezo sensor intelligently optimizes power and run time based on the debris picked up, reporting it all on the LCD screen.³ The de-tangling Digital Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans carpets and hard floors without tangles and adapts suction power to floor type. Its versatile cordless format transforms into a handled vacuum with one click so you can clean up high, down low, and everywhere in between. Comes with a 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support.
Customer Rating
5
Just needs 1 part to make it perfect
on June 16, 2023
Posted by: DavidJr
I’ve been through many different vacuums, but this was my first Dyson and it seems to live up to its hype. Unpacking the box was like a little mini game, finding all the little parts in their own little cardboard holders. I didn’t even realize it came with so many parts. But, getting up and running was a breeze.
The first thing I went to was my carpet that just attracts the shepherd's hair like it is trying to weave a new carpet. One pass and instant difference. With my other vacuum I would have to go over it 5-6 times or even grab the hand held attachments. Ok, I figure, it’s a new vacuum, clearly that is why it is doing better. I’ve been doing my house and my dad’s house for a few weeks now and still looking good.
The rest of my house is hard floor and the carbon fiber head with the “Fluffy Optics” is perfect. That little green light really does expose the stuff on the floor that you don’t normally see. Meanwhile, noticing the difference on the floor with every pass. Unlike the main carpet head though, this one does collect a bit of hair on the ends.
The rest of the included parts are great for all the detail cleaning, but like most vacuums these days, you don’t get much space to store them. There are 2 spots on the wall mount, but only the skinny parts can clip there, and there is a piece to snap 2 to the main wand, but also, restricted to the smaller pieces. The crevice tool is interesting, with its own LED lighting the way into those dark areas, but it has air holes on the side that can’t be closed off when you want that full power at the end. This is also where I feel you need to get 1 more piece to make it perfect. Sold separately in their store, the extension hose makes using these small tools so much easier. Trying to lift the whole unit with the stiff attachment to dust a shelf is a bit difficult. Using it to clean a car in that confined space, even more so.
When done with cleaning, emptying the container is pretty simple, provided you don’t have a bunch of dog hair now stuck in the grill. However, cleaning it is easy enough. The directions to do so are best shown through the app, but annoying as all the directions are videos with subtitles. No talking, just pointing directions. It would be so much better if right below these, they just give the whole transcript so I don’t have to sit through minutes of video just to find 1 simple thing.
Battery life is all dependent on how you use it. On max power, 15 minutes at best, but leaving it as auto, you get about 45-60 minutes, pending how much it increases power from detection of particles. The auto adjusting of power always seems to be a couple seconds behind, but if you take your time, it works out. If you want to do it quickly and make sure it has the most power the whole time, boost gets it done, you only have 15 minutes though.
Overall, I’m pretty impressed with the power of this vacuum. All the attachments, and there are plenty more online, really help you do what you want to get done. It is a bit big compared to some other cordless vacs, but I haven’t seen any compare in power.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Swann Master-Series 4K HD 4 Dome Camera 8 Channel NVR CCTV camera security system is sure to give you peace of mind from every angle. Protect your loved ones & property with this multi-camera, wired surveillance system with everything you need to do-it-yourself or have it professionally installed. Be safe & confident as Swann outdoor home security cameras (camaras de seguridad para casa exterior) have you covered. A perfect home security system (camaras de seguridad inalambricas). See what's happening with digitally enhanced upscaling technology that provides 4K camera resolution & zoom - you won't miss a thing. Know what’s happening at any hour with powerful night vision up to 130ft in total darkness. Add 2 more home camera system (camaras de seguridad para casa) via PoE connections for full 8 channel monitoring. Enjoy local recording onto the massive 2TB hard drive with no fees ever, store months of recordings before it starts saving over older footage. Cut the cost of crime & know what’s happening with this 6 camera security system (6 camaras de seguridad) to suit large homes, offices, small businesses & retail stores. Actively prevent crime as heat & motion trigger sensor lights, mobile alerts & video recordings. Enjoy hands-free security using voice commands. Stream video from your camera via Hey Google & Chromecast, Google Home Hub, or via Alexa devices with a screen, such as Echo Spot, Echo Show or 4K Fire TV. The Master-Series weatherproof design is IP66 rated, meaning they are built to withstand rain, snow & heat, all year round. The Master-Series includes a NVR-8580 8 Channel IP NVR security system with 2TB Hard Drive, NHD-876MSD Dome Cameras security camera outdoor (x4) also can be used as indoor security camera, Cat5e Ethernet Cable x 5 (60ft/18m x 6 & 3ft/1m x 1), HDMI Cable, Power Adapter, Mouse, Mounting Screws & Plugs, Quick Start Guide and Theft Deterrent Stickers. Note: For outdoor camera wireless, please contact Swann team for support. Wireless cameras for home security & wifi camera can be found at Swann's main website.
Posted by: DavidJr
I’ve had many security camera systems and have reviewed at least 4 other Swann systems and this one just feels like they went backwards.
First off, let me get some positives out of the way. I really like the new dome style cameras. They look less gawky than the bullet cameras, feel very solid and work really nice for compact areas like indoors or on your porch. They feel more secure with their mounting style, once you figure it out, as there are no directions anywhere on how to install them. The IR lights on these cameras are really bright, however, pointed to the center so it looks like a hot spot on night vision. The image is pretty sharp and the colors really pop during the day, but you can tell it is upscaled 4K. See attached images. Compared to previous systems, you can at least see 3 cameras on the mainstream at the same time or playback up to 3 at the same time. Like their other systems, there are not enough resources to view more, while the others could only display two. You can view them all on the substream, the lower resolution, on a single screen though.
Now, the reason I feel they went backwards and question the label of “master”. Well, their other NVR systems allow for 2 way audio, this setup only allows for recording, once you enable it. These cameras have only 80 degrees field of view, compared to 90 on their bullet cameras. There is no white LED that could alert others of the camera or trip color night recording. Their other systems had the analytics ability to do face recognition or human & vehicle detection, this NVR has the menu option but states “Connected IPC does not support Intelligent Analytics”. It only records by default PIR motion and Alarm. So, you end up with a lot of general alerts for the flag waving in the wind or a car driving by, you have no idea which one it might be. As with their other systems, I do not like the reliability of their PIR motion detection. You might catch something as it will pre-record, or you might miss the most important part because it just decided there wasn’t enough motion. I prefer enabling the “normal” recording so that you catch all activity, 24/7, or you can do less on the schedule if you want. This way you won’t miss anything, but then playback becomes a bit harder on the mobile app and you will only have about 7 days worth of recording on the HDD.
Speaking of the mobile app, I find it slow and only useful for viewing live video. The notifications, if you select them, take you to live view, which if you click on it the moment it pops up is good. However, with the amount of false notifications you are likely to get, you will probably go to check on it later and you have to go to playback and find which event it might have been. That is provided the events even load for you as it might take a few refreshes. Then, all the options in the application are pretty limited. The only one that gives more control is modes, where you can change motion sensitivity by editing each one. The rest are all just for information, like naming the channels, removing the device or getting device details. If the cameras supported it, then you could do 2 way audio through the live view as well, but these do not. They do offer Secure+ Plans which claim to give smarter alerts and rich notifications, but then the small print says “Swann Wireless or Wi-Fi Cameras”. So, essentially you would be subscribing for extended warranty and insurance on the device. You can, however, set up cloud storage through Dropbox, but the 2TB HDD should be plenty and you can always back up clips to an external drive.
Overall, I don’t want to say this is a bad system, as it does a fair job in capturing decent video and personally I like NVR systems better than wireless or DVR as you can get continuous recording. However, besides the style of the camera, I don’t have anything that would make me recommend this system over others, even some of Swann’s previous models.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Holmes 45” Stack-N-Connect Digital Tower Fan #12095 is a convenient way to cool your space. This unique fan features 3 sections plus the base that can easily be assembled and dissembled with no tools and stowed away under a bed or in a closet when not in use, comes with a bonus storage bag. Features a large easy-to-read ClearRead LCD display and digital controls to easily operate the fan. Includes 4 speed options, up to 19.7 ft/sec high-speed velocity with 800 cubic ft/min output and 4 operation modes; normal, sleep, breeze, and power breeze to customize your cooling experience. This large tower fan is ideal for larger living areas where floor space is limited, such as bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms and home offices and has an integrated carrying handle to easily move from one room to the next. Rest easy with the soothing sleep mode option and up to 8 hour auto-shut off timer to conveniently turn off the tower fan. Motorized 90° oscillation delivers cool airflow for wide areas and the convenient remote control lets you operate the fan from across the room. Includes a sturdy base, matte black finish and 3-year limited warranty.
Posted by: DavidJr
First off, I have never had a fan that came with a storage bag, let alone was designed to break down unless it was for cleaning. I found it kind of strange that it came in parts, but makes sense for shipping, but then meant to come back apart for storage. For the most part it is simple to assemble and break back down, but the plastic just feels cheap, like it is going to break after a few times. The weakest part feels like the base which keeps the whole fan balanced in the first place.
Function of the fan is pretty standard for tower fans with 4 speeds plus power boost, oscillation and sleep timer. The LED screen shows status and fades out after a while as it is pretty bright. The strange thing is, looking at the display it almost looks like it was intended to have a 6th speed, but considering what it sounds like in Pb mode, I don’t think it would have been a good idea. What I mean by that sound is it is pretty loud for a fan and very inconsistent. Like my best fan can make some noise, but it sounds like a smooth hum, something to sleep by. This one just sounds rough and don’t even attempt the breeze mode. I have never seen a fan cut off completely to simulate a breeze. Oscillating and varying speed, sure, but to just completely cut off and go back to making the noise. makes it more disturbing than it is relaxing. It does come with a remote, but it is an IR remote. Meaning you have to point it directly at the screen on the fan to make it work.
As mentioned above, disassembling other fans is usually for cleaning; however, I don’t see any way to get inside to the blades of this fan. If it turns out like the other fans in my house that run practically 24/7, dust will build up on the blades after a while, reducing efficiency.
Overall, I don’t think this is a bad fan, but it just feels cheaply made. I personally would not recommend it to a friend as there are others out there of similar function, just they don’t break down and fit in a bag.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Choose the ready-to-go Aspire 3 with the latest Ryzen 7000 Series Processors made for practical multitasking and productivity. With ease-of-use at its core, this family-friendly laptop is ready when you are. This Aspire 3 can tackle any job no matter how complex.Creativity soars to new heights with sharp, crisp visuals showcased on the 15.6" Full HD IPS touchscreen, while the thin bezel provides you more space to work with wherever inspiration strikes. It’s the perfect companion to take with you wherever you go!
Customer Rating
4
General use touchscreen laptop
on April 21, 2023
Posted by: DavidJr
If you are looking for a laptop that can do general every day tasks with snap in its step, this Acer Aspire 3 fits the bill. This is a capable laptop with AMD Ryzen 5 7520U, Radeon Graphics, 8GB RAM, 512GB NVMe SSD and 10 point touchscreen. I have never had a need to put all 10 fingers on the screen, but it registers them individually.
With two USB 3.2 Type A and one USB Type C with DP, HDMI 2.1, Bluetooth 5.2, 3.5mm headphone/mic port and 802.11ax wireless you can be connected to pretty much anything. Compact keyboard layout with 17 key numpad that takes a little adjusting to get used to the compact format with no backlight.
The display is sharp and crisp, but not very bright and has a very small sweet spot as far as viewing angle. Even though it is touchscreen, it does not fold all the way around to be treated like a tablet. Sound from the speakers is really tiny, my phone sounds louder. Speaking of tiny, the power adapter is worryingly tiny. I have had many laptops over the years and the power port is usually the first thing to cause issues. This one is so small that it feels like it will be quicker than others.
This is the type of laptop that is perfect for someone that just needs something that can access the internet and do common productivity application type work. Not really powerful enough to do anything like major video editing or gaming but still snappy enough to maintain multiple tabs while browsing. It even comes with its own padded storage bag.
Overall, not a bad laptop for someone just starting out with needing one for something like classwork or video conference meetings. Slightly annoying with the Acer and Mcafee ads popping up from time to time but easily removed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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All hail the new king. The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Multiplatform Wireless Gaming Headset brings the best premium features to your gaming multiverse for Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One, PlayStation, Windows PCs, Mac, Nintendo Switch and mobile. Featuring the most versatile noise cancelling system ever in a gaming headset, with the ability to control noise-cancelling levels from anywhere. Experience ultimate audio immersion with powerful, hand-selected 50mm Nanoclear drivers for a vast soundstage; and the TruSpeak noise-cancelling boom mic or dual built-in microphones offer ultra-clear comms. Our softest memory foam ear cushions enhance noise isolation and provide all-day comfort, and the Stealth Pro is built to last with a durable steel-reinforced headband and frame.
Customer Rating
5
Can’t tell they are Turtle Beach?
on April 21, 2023
Posted by: DavidJr
A common troupe among gamers are the players that play with Turtle Beach headsets. Usually they have a bad echo or the quality of their mic is noticeable. This is usually because Turtle Beach tends to make low cost/entry level gaming headsets. Typically not the best, but they function and don’t break the bank. Well, Turtle Beach really broke out of the box on these. They aren’t very budget friendly and well, no one could tell they were Turtle Beach just by hearing them. Even their build quality when asked of others looked like some other brands.
These particular headphones will connect to practically anything wirelessly. Either with the USB dongle on Xbox or PC mode or anything that supports Bluetooth at the same time. This means you can technically play on the Xbox while listening to your phone or even another console. This means taking a call without needing to remove your headset, however, the mic will take priority to the Bluetooth device, for example, when in a phone call.
By default the headset is set with their signature sound pattern for audio and microphone and the buttons and rotator wheel all have specific functions. However, with the Turtle Beach Audio Hub app on your phone connected via Bluetooth you can customize practically everything. Customize the EQ for sound and microphone separately for Xbox/PC and Bluetooth, adjust the noise gate and mic monitoring levels or reprogram the function of the wheel and center button to do something else, like chat boost on/off instead of active noise cancellation on/off.
The wireless dongle also functions as the battery charger and an USB extension so you don’t lose a USB port on a device that might already be limited. The hot swap of the battery that lasts well over 12 hours keeps the session going with only a minor interruption of exchanging the battery. You get at least 30 minutes of tone warning before you get the final voice prompt telling you it is powering down.
Now, don’t get me wrong, this headset is the best I have seen of Turtle Beach and has more capability than some others I have seen in this same range. However, there are some quirks about it that I hope they can improve on in their next iteration. The rotator wheel on the side feels cheap compared to the rest of the leather like headset and could have really used some texturing to make rotation easier. The active noise canceling is noticeable, but in quiet situations sounds a bit too active. Like it is making more noise than the passive seal of the headphones were preventing already. In quiet situations you can hear the headphones sort of come on and off between sounds. Like on the Xbox menu for example, when you change tiles, you can hear more sound than just the noise made by the Xbox. Sound quality is decent, but sounds very mid ranged, even when treble and bass are maxed out. The ‘superhuman’ option makes for higher pitched sounds more clear, but in all the other settings it just doesn’t have a deep or crisp sound to it. Then, just a minor annoyance, but I get the power saving it is intended for, if you are playing on Xbox and turn off the Xbox, it turns off the headset unless you are actively listening to something on the Bluetooth connected device. So, for instance, go to turn off the Xbox and listen to my phone,If I wasn’t already listening to my phone before I turned off the Xbox, I have to turn the headset back on. Also, though not really noticeable in most situations, there is a very minor lag over wireless compared to another wireless headset I have used. The ONLY time I have noticed it is when watching someone talk in a video. I’m talking like a millisecond difference which I haven’t really noticed while gaming. Lastly, I had to restart my Xbox or PC when switching the USB connection over a couple times now. Like, when it is first connected the headset is not detected until a restart of the device is complete.
Overall this headset is deserving of their Pro label. The features go well beyond many other headsets and if you want the most connectability, the Xbox version is the way to go. If I could rate half stars on here I would drop half for the minor issues mentioned above. Otherwise, I have had many hours enjoying this headset and will probably have many more to go.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With up to 3,000 PSI at 2.0 max GPM, the Greenworks GPW3001 pressure washer is the most powerful residential electric pressure washer available. With a powerful 14-amp TRUBRUSHLESS motor, axial cam pump, and hassle-free, push-button starts, you’ll get to work fast; just plug the 35-foot power cord into any typical exterior household outlet for quick starts with no priming, no choke, and no pull cord. This quiet-running, lightweight, compact, easy-to-store pressure washer features a rugged steel frame and wheel barrow design, thermal relief valve that purges hot water from the pump to cool it down during constant use, and intelligent PCBA technology that automatically senses which pressure washer nozzle is being used, and adjusts motor speeds to auto-adapt for more pressure and water flow for maximum cleaning power. With a 25-foot, non-marring, high-pressure hose, oversized one-gallon soap tank with built-in detergent system, and on-board accessory storage with 15-, 25- and 40-degree nozzles, turbo nozzle, and soap nozzle tips, it’s versatile, portable, and powerful.
Posted by: DavidJr
With a cross-tip screwdriver and some minor assembly you will be power washing more things that you realized you had. Having had a previous electric power washer of much lower pressure, I found this one to be a nice replacement. Usually the biggest difference between gas and electric is that the electric ones are usually 2000 PSi or less. Though not noticeable just by spraying, I can certainly say this one is more powerful than my previous 1450 PSI electric and seems on par with my neighbors 3200 gas powered one. It also claims it only uses 1.1gpm, which is less than my lower pressure machine.
Once you have everything connected, a simple single button for power and a selection of the tip and off you go. The 15, 25 and 45 tips all have a similar feel to them with each just being broader. I feel that the most versatile tip is the turbo as it sprays very direct pressure in a circular pattern so you are not ripping through materials with a single high pressure stream. I have used it for pretty much all of the cleaning I have done so far and more to come. Concrete, pavement, vinyl siding, wood and my vehicle. I took some before/after pictures but I don’t feel they do it justice as you see the grime just peeling off of the surface. The low pressure tip, with soap purchased from the local hardware store, made even more of a difference on the vinyl siding, with a simple spray on, wait a few minutes and watch even more grime get removed with the pressure tip back on.
From my previous electric power washer, I would say the only thing I don’t like about this one, is that it is constantly running and spitting water out of a release valve while idle. It is more like a gas powered system in that manner, unlike others that just cut off seconds when released. However, that did mean it had full consistent pressure with each trigger squeeze and you aren’t going to run out of gas or pull the cord 100 times to get it started.
Overall, I do feel like this is a pro device and perfect for anyone that wants to powerwash anything. Simple to use and easy to store when you are done. The tips are pretty standard, so you could even get other attachments like the surface cleaner, provided it can handle the pressure. Plus, a 3/10 year warranty, I expect this to last a good while.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enter the world of fully automatic espresso machines with the Philips 1200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine with Milk Frother, Black - EP1220/04. Enjoy the delicious taste and aroma of coffee from fresh beans, at the perfect temperature, thanks to the intelligent brewing system. The Classic Milk Frother allows you to create a silky smooth cappuccino or latte macchiato with ease.
Posted by: DavidJr
Nothing like a fresh ground and brewed coffee in your own house to your own liking. From grind density, aroma and water amount, you can fine tune the fresh ground coffee to find your perfect cup. Or, if you don’t have any whole beans, you can throw a scoop already ground in there instead.
It is recommended to brew at least 5 cups on initial setup, but it may take you a couple more tries to get it where you are looking. However, every single cup in the process has been amazing as nothing beats the aroma from fresh ground and brewed coffee. It does take a little bit for the machine to get to the point of brewing and don’t leave your cup on the tray during the process unless you want the little spurt of water it uses to clean the path. But, once it is good to go, just make your selection and hit play. If you select x2 cups, it literally brews two cups, grinding and all. Not like some machines that just push more water through the same set of beans.
Every cup comes out with a little froth look to it. But, with some milk in a different cup, you can use the steam to make your own fresh layer of creamy froth. The one thing that I wish could be adjusted is where you get hot water from. As it is, the hot water comes out from the froth line and keeps running till you stop it. If there was an option to make it in the normal cup position it would be even better. Speaking of the coffee spout, it is adjustable, but does not give a whole lot of space if you are trying to fill a tall travel cup.
Overall, this has made coffee even more enjoyable. It does require a little more maintenance than your average coffee pot, but worth it to have that fresh cup in a few button touches. Once you have the settings where you prefer them you have a perfect cup in a couple minutes.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing the Snaptain P30, a compact yet powerful drone that's perfect for enthusiasts of all levels. With its built-in GPS and impressive 4K UHD camera, this drone is designed to comply with regulations at a mere 249g. Whether you're embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures or capturing the vibrant essence of urban life, the P30 is your versatile companion, ready to conquer any challenge. Get ready to capture stunning photos and videos from every angle with the Snaptain P30.
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4
Reasonable entry level drone.
on April 8, 2023
Posted by: DavidJr
This is my first “real” drone, as I have had those kid level drones that you lose with a slight breeze. For just starting off with this one, it is easy to understand and get to flying. Once charged and you have the app installed, connected to the WiFi, the rest of the directions for calibrating and starting up are displayed to you on the screen. By default it starts off in beginner mode which limits the distance and height, and for good reason as I realized the first time I attempted with it turned off, I need more practice.
Video is recorded at 1280x720 on your phone and 3840x2160 on the drone. However, side by side comparisons on the videos make it look more like 1080 just scaled up or down with enhanced sharpness for 4k. But, it is decently clear, just don’t expect to make any professional content with it as it is still pretty pixelated and stabilization isn’t what one would hope it would be. As for stabilization, I took it out on a pretty windy day and it certainly tried its best to remain in location with GPS and its sensors. However, GPS isn’t pinpoint precise, so there is a fair bit of play in it. You can notice this especially with the return to home feature as it will get within about 7 feet of the original landing area.
To capture video at the higher resolution, you have to have a micro-SD card. I had one already formatted in exFAT but it said the card was not formatted, so I let the app do the formatting. Later I attempted to read the files on a PC and it showed nothing on the card despite a GB worth not being available. However, through the app while connected to the drone Wi-Fi I was able to download the videos to my phone at full resolution. After formatting the SD card in a PC again, then inserting it into the drone again, it stated it needed to format and after this attempt, the files could be seen on a PC. So, if you intend to collect the files from the SD card using a PC, test it with a quick video beforehand.
The app is not only for live video and tracking, it has some built in flight patterns as well. For example you can have it follow a specific target that you select with a box. Fairly decent within 10 feet and a high contrast target, like a person in bright clothing. It keeps the subject in frame for the most part. You can get some cinematic style shots like far fly, rocket fly and helix fly that will fly in a specific angle and direction from the point you start it on. However, it doesn’t really keep a specific subject in shot as it just keeps the camera locked in position. Be sure of the surroundings before you start these as the drone does not care what is in the way. As for the camera controls on the controller, the tilt and zoom are a bit too quick, even with slight touch to get a smooth panning image. Also in the app, you can trim, combine, add audio and share your saved videos if you want to quickly get some footage uploaded. Nothing fancy, just select, adjust, save.
One slight concern I have is that hopefully no one else in your area knows what Snaptain is. The Wi-Fi has no security, so anyone can connect to it. If they have the app, that means they can also use the functions of the app. Like viewing the camera, downloading files or starting one of the flight patterns. Though the direct flight controls are not on the app, they could use the patterns or route to cause your drone to fly into something. There are no settings that can be changed about it and multiple devices can be connected to it at the same time. This can also make it so others can see what you see, so you can still have visual control and others can watch from their device as well though.
Overall, if there was a scale of drones that had the cheap pocket drone as a 1 and the pro 8k movie drone as a 10, I would say this one is about a 5 or 6. It is good for someone that wants to start out learning with a drone that has advanced features while not breaking the bank. It is fun for little home videos or creative shots. However, I wouldn’t consider it quality enough to be hiring you for some wedding video or something. I do wish it came with a second battery like they show in their tutorial video though.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
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1 out of 5Very unhappy about not getting the GearVR programs
By Sunshower
I tried many different ways to find out how to download the Gear VR programs by going to Samsung and Oculus online. All unsuccessful!!
DavidJr
June 3, 2016
Once you connect the Gear VR to the phone it starts a download for the software. There appears to be no other way to initiate the install. Once the Oculus software is installed, games and applications can be purchased through the application or from inside the store while wearing the device.
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Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
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1 out of 5Need certain phones to use this.
By Donna
Wasn't told at time of purchase that certain phones were required to use this device. After purchase was when this was discovered. During this time we purchased a new home and was moving. After the move, tried to return the item because I didn't want to purchase a new phone. The only way the store would accept this return was to give me a gift card. I didn't want a gift card that I would most likely not use. Not happy with this policy at all. Also have made posts to FB in regards to your policy. I will not EVER enter your store again or make another purchase from you online. This is NOT how you treat a customer and expect more business from them.
DavidJr
It is labeled on the box and the site details
June 3, 2016
It says on the front and back of the box, "Compatible with Note5/S6 edge+/S6/S6 edge" and anywhere you look online it says it as well.
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Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
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2 out of 5I have problems getting my phone to sync with this
By Drestyle
When I put my phone in the unit it doesn't seem it. I keep having to pull it out and try again.
DavidJr
June 3, 2016
What phone are you using and is it up to date? The Samsung Gear VR is only compatible with Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6 edge+, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and a software update from your carrier is required for S6 edge+ and Note 5.
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