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- Review count246
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- First reviewSeptember 10, 2014
- Last reviewDecember 29, 2022
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- Average rating4.6
- Review comment count5
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- First review commentNovember 18, 2015
- Last review commentMay 27, 2017
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Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you’re all online at the same time.
Customer Rating
5
I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!!!
on May 15, 2016
Posted by: ExcellentEducator
First off, I would like to commend Linksys on the ease of usage in setting up this product! At first glance with all the antennas, which make the product appear to be somewhat intimidating; however, they are needed in order to optimize the best coverage in your home. As a person who has multiple devices within my home and several are in usage at a time, I found this product to meet all of my Wi-Fi connectivity needs immensely. Sometimes, I use my IPad Air for writing purposes late into the wee morning hours and with my old Wi-Fi Router, which was issued through my Internet provider; I would receive a message that says, “WEAK INTERNET CONNECTION!” However, since using the Max-Stream AC5400, I have NOT received this message. I am sure the multiple antennas cover the dead spots, which have made my life much easier and efficient.
My Best Buy number: 3444192911
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This Insignia™ NS-PNK5011 wireless keyboard features 104 keys, including multimedia keys and a calculate key, to enable simple typing and control of your PC or Mac. The 2.4GHz wireless technology eliminates restrictive power cords.
Posted by: ExcellentEducator
from Birmingham, AL
I received this keyboard today and it works just fine. The price is great for a keyboard of this size. Thus far, I don't have any complaints. I especially like the fact that there aren't any wires that have to be connected and the keys feel comfortable when typing. All one needs to do is plug and play!
My Best Buy number: 3444192911
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best BuyLenovo Yoga 2 11 - 59430714 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: This versatile laptop has 4 modes to choose from so you can adjust it according to your needs. Set it up in laptop mode for Web surfing and checking e-mail, then flip it into tent mode to watch videos.Learn more about the New Windows ›
Posted by: ExcellentEducator
from Birmingham, AL
Pros:
Beautiful screen clarity
Great concept in the capabilities of laptop or tablet
Stable internet connection
Beautiful screen clarity
Great concept in the capabilities of laptop or tablet
Stable internet connection
Cons
Short battery life
Bulky as a tablet
Flimsy keyboard
Short battery life
Bulky as a tablet
Flimsy keyboard
If I knew then what I know now, I would have gotten the Lenovo, Yoga 2 10.1 tablet with the Windows environment because it has long battery life of at least 18 hours or longer.
Mobile Submission: True
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Learn more about the New WindowsToshiba Encore Mini 7 Tablet: Take this supercompact device on the go to read books, watch movies, or simply browse the Internet.
Posted by: ExcellentEducator
from Birmingham, AL
I purchased this tablet from Best Buy during their Black Friday sales. Honestly, I was a bit apprehensive because of all the negative reviews that I have read on various forums . Initially, I experienced the screen blackening out while watching TV shows, but this was due to the screen being set to "sleep mode" after 4 minutes. Upon changing the mode, the problem was solved.
I was disappointed and shocked to discover that Toshiba did not include a charger for this device. However, I was in luck, I have a Galaxy 4 cell phone that comes with a 2 amp charger and it charges the battery fine. Yes, it does take about 2 to 3 hours to FULLY charge, but it beats the heck out of charging to a PC! Toshiba should be embarrassed to have incorporated a USB charger instead of an adapter. I did purchase a 2 amp charger from here at Amazon for $2.50 and it charges the device fine. However, the biggest con is the battery life, which sucks!!!
Yes, I do experience internet disconnects from time to time, but not enough to conclude it's a major problem. Overall, the tablet works fine for me as a secondary device. I am an educator, who happens to be a tech "junkie!" I have a laptop, 2 in 1 (tablet/PC), chrome book, IPad mini, E-reader and this little device. Again, I highly recommend this device if a person is going to do small tasks such as web browsing, watching videos, checking Emails, etc.,
My Best Buy number: 0404657077
I would recommend this to a friend!
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iPad mini features a beautiful 7.9" display, iSight® and FaceTime camera, the A5 chip, ultrafast wireless and up to 10 hours of battery life1. And over 275,000 apps2 on the App Store made for iPad work with iPad mini. So it's an iPad in every way, shape and slightly smaller form.
Posted by: ExcellentEducator
from Birmingham, AL
I purchased this item this past weekend because of the great sale price and the iconic Apple name. Needless to say, I am NOT disappointed! The product is easy to setup as well as use. Everything truly is great about this ipad. I will note, the battery life is so long until it's surreal.
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Lenovo Yoga 2 2-in-1 Touch-Screen Laptop: This flexible 2-in-1 laptop is great for the user on-the-go, who needs both power and portability as well as flexibility in computing style.. Use as a tablet or laptop for home, office or gaming.Learn more about the New Windows ›
Customer Rating
4
This is a nice laptop/tablet combo
on September 10, 2014
Posted by: ExcellentEducator
from Birmingham, AL
I purchased this product for the convenience and ease of usage. I am a college instructor that teaches both on-line and on campus classes; therefore, I needed a laptop that is portable and easy to use. Also, being that I have purchased Lenovo in the past and as a result, I received great performance from it convinced me to follow up and buy this product.
What's great about it: The ease of usage
What's not so great: It's kind of heavy in the hands when used as a tablet
I would recommend this to a friend!
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ExcellentEducator's Review Comments
This Insignia™ NS-PNK5011 wireless keyboard features 104 keys, including multimedia keys and a calculate key, to enable simple typing and control of your PC or Mac. The 2.4GHz wireless technology eliminates restrictive power cords.
Overall
3 out of 5
3 out of 5Keyboard
By Pudge
I needed a basic keyboard since the one on my lap top stopped working. It worked fine for a few weeks. Having a problem now, It types Caps without putting on the Cap key, It skips spaces. Then the next day It will be fine for awhile and do the same thing again. Only paid $12.99 for it and that is just about what it is worth. I have had it over a month and as I said it was great for about 2 weeks.
ExcellentEducator
Birmingham, AL
Keyboard
November 18, 2015
I am surprised by the price you listed for the keyboard. I am in Birmingham, Al and the keyboard has been on sale here for only $6.99 for quite some time now.
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iPad® Air is 20 percent thinner1 and weighs just one pound, so it feels unbelievably light in your hand. It comes with a 9.7-inch Retina display, the A7 chip with M7 motion coprocessor, ultrafast wireless, powerful apps, and up to 10 hours of battery life.2 And over 475,000 apps in the App Store are just a tap away.3
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great Tablet
By Basman
from New Jersey
Great Tablet for beginners. Easy to use with amazing battery life.
ExcellentEducator
Birmingham, AL
Great Performance
April 7, 2016
I concur, the battery life is amazing on this tablet!
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Enjoy powerful computing with this energy-efficient HP Pavilion Wave desktop. Its Intel Quad-Core i5 processor combines with 8GB of RAM to support heavy-duty multitasking and complex applications, and its 128GB solid-state hard drive retrieves data rapidly. Powerful 802.11ac Wi-Fi ensures this HP Pavilion Wave desktop connects to your office network reliably.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5No CD/DVD Rom Drive
By Hpandme
It's my fault for not reading the fine print but I now realize that this desktop does not have a CD/DVD Rom Drive. This is important to me since I do play games on my computer. It's smaller than the picture looks...about the size of a gallon of milk and I just got it , so I don't have any comments yet on the performance. The keyboard is compact too, wish it was wireless. Otherwise, a great buy.
ExcellentEducator
Birmingham, AL
HP Pavilion Wave
November 16, 2016
I have the same desktop; however, it is with the i3 processor. Yes, it does come with a keyboard and mouse which are both paired. As a result, all one needs to do is plug and play. The desktop comes with several ports if a person desires to use an external CD/DVD player, the unit can accommodate the need by using one of the USB ports. I have an extra keyboard (which is bigger) and mouse that I use along with the included keyboard and mouse. So, if the included keyboard and mouse are not to your satisfaction, there are several USB ports that can be used to accommodate something else.
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With a 250-sheet lower paper tray and 1-sheet manual feed slot, this Brother DCP-L2540DW all-in-one printer makes it easy to print, copy and scan large documents. Automatic duplex printing lets you create 2-sided documents.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great printer
By Sonny
I wanted to save on ink and toner is the way to go. If you are looking for a quality machine that prints quickly and clearly, this is your machine.
ExcellentEducator
Birmingham, AL
Great printer
April 9, 2017
You're going to be really happy with this printer. I purchased it 2 years ago and it hasn't given me a moment's trouble. Also, there are great 3rd party vendors that sell quality toner at great prices for this machine.
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Listen to music hands-free with this LG wireless headset. It lets you answer or ignore a call with voice commands, and the wireless earbuds charge when they're resting inside the neckband, ensuring they're ready for use. The neckband of this LG wireless headset provides vibration alerts for incoming calls and texts, so you'll never miss a message.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Headphones
By Aleralra
Great product but sound is too low and connecting is not as simple as the other LG headphones
ExcellentEducator
Birmingham, AL
LG 110 in-ear Headphones
May 27, 2017
I suggest downloading the app, Tone and Talk. I initially felt the way you're feeling until I tried the app which has bass levels and enhances sound. I have an Android phone; as a result I obtained the app out of the Google Play store. I hope this info helps!
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Reliability meets modern multitasking with the HP DeskJet Plus 4155 all-in-one printer. Designed to save you time, this all-in-one printer helps you quickly tackle print, scan, and copy jobs with the 35-page automatic document feeder. Send secure faxes from virtually anywhere with your smartphone. With HP Instant Ink, this wireless printer automatically orders ink and delivers it straight to your door with up to 50% savings on ink (subscription required). Get better range and fast, reliable connections using dual-band Wi-Fi with self-reset. Set up your color printer in a few easy steps, then connect, and print from any device using the HP Smart app. The HP Smart app also lets you scan and share your documents to Dropbox, Google Drive, e-mail, or the cloud.
is this a fax also
Unfortunately, the HP 4155 Desk Jet does not have faxing capabilities.
3 years, 9 months ago
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The reliable, robust Brother HL-L3290CDW compact digital color printer with copying and scanning capabilities is a great choice for the busy home or small office. The flatbed scan glass provides convenient copying and scanning. Quick print speeds of up to 25 pages per minute¹ plus manual feed slot accommodates varied printing needs and can handle a variety of paper types and sizes including card stock, envelopes and more. Connect with versatile options including built-in wireless or USB interfaces and print wirelessly from mobile devices. The 250-sheet capacity adjustable paper tray helps improve efficiency with fewer refills and handles letter or legal sized paper. Automatic two-sided printing helps save on paper costs. Brother Genuine high-yield toner replacement cartridges help lower printing costs. Comes with a 1-year limited warranty and free online, call or live chat support for the life of your product.Prints and copies up to 25 ppm in black and up to 25 ppm in color
does this printer only scan from the flatbed or can I use the auto doc feed to scan multiple pages at once?
Unfortunately, this printer does not have an auto doc feeder.
4 years, 7 months ago
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ExcellentEducator
Print documents and photos with this Canon PIXMA printer. The integrated tanks provide a clear view of ink levels for hassle-free monitoring, and the capacity is 30 times standard cartridges, so you can go longer between refills. This Canon PIXMA printer lets you print from your smartphone or tablet via the Canon PRINT app.Fast print speeds up to 8.8 ISO ppm* in black, up to 5 ISO ppm* in color; creates a 4" x 6" photo-quality print in as little as 60 seconds*
is this an all in one meaning it will print/fax and copy? Does it require a phone line to work as a fax?
Elizabeth,
Yes, this is an all in one printer that offers print, fax, copy and scan capabilities. From the best of my understanding, faxing has to be done through a traditional land line as there is an included phone line within the box.
Yes, this is an all in one printer that offers print, fax, copy and scan capabilities. From the best of my understanding, faxing has to be done through a traditional land line as there is an included phone line within the box.
5 years, 1 month ago
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ExcellentEducator
Print documents and photos with this Canon PIXMA printer. The integrated tanks provide a clear view of ink levels for hassle-free monitoring, and the capacity is 30 times standard cartridges, so you can go longer between refills. This Canon PIXMA printer lets you print from your smartphone or tablet via the Canon PRINT app.Fast print speeds up to 8.8 ISO ppm* in black, up to 5 ISO ppm* in color; creates a 4" x 6" photo-quality print in as little as 60 seconds*
Is this a duplex printer? I like printing on both sides of paper? And is it quiet? I have a pixma 860 still works great but not compatible with windows 10. Do you have a set up disk for my pixma 860
No, this printer does not offer duplex printing.
5 years, 1 month ago
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ExcellentEducator
Pick your own GSM carrier with this unlocked 64GB Apple iPhone 6s Plus. Its 12-megapixel camera takes beautiful, crystal-clear photos to capture your treasured memories, and the oleophobic coating on its front protects against fingerprints and smudges. This Apple iPhone 6s Plus has an integrated fingerprint sensor to protect your privacy.
Is this phone compatible with sprint?
At this time, this phone isn't compatible with Sprint. It only works on T-mobile, AT&T and Verizon.
5 years, 1 month ago
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ExcellentEducator
Use the Google Smart Light Starter Kit to control the lights using just your voice. Set up in a snap: just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life smart light bulb, and download the Google Home app to get started. Then just say "Hey Google" to dim, brighten, turn on and turn off the lights."
Is there a monthly fee added for usage?
To the best of my knowledge, there isn't a monthly fee for usage.
5 years, 4 months ago
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ExcellentEducator
Use the Google Smart Light Starter Kit to control the lights using just your voice. Set up in a snap: just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life smart light bulb, and download the Google Home app to get started. Then just say "Hey Google" to dim, brighten, turn on and turn off the lights."
Do I need the hub with the Life bulb & Google Home?
JS01,
No, you do not need the hub with the Life bulb and Google Home!
No, you do not need the hub with the Life bulb and Google Home!
5 years, 4 months ago
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ExcellentEducator
For students and families who want classic Office apps installed on one Windows 10 PC or Mac for use at home or school. Classic 2019 versions of Office apps including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Plus, OneNote for Windows 10.
I want to be able to use Microsoft Office 2019 for Home and Student on two computers ( desktop and laptop) but do not want to use Office 365. Can I purchase a downloadable version that is usable on multiple computers?
REB,
Unfortunately, this version can only download on 1 device only.
Unfortunately, this version can only download on 1 device only.
5 years, 5 months ago
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ExcellentEducator
Velop with Intelligent Mesh™ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
Is Linksys velop dual band mesh wi fi systems compatible with AT&T internet service? AT & T only seem to like their own routers.
Gloria,
Yes, Velop dual-band mesh integrates well with AT&T internet service as I have AT&T as my internet provider and Velop plugged into their modem. I hope this helps!
Yes, Velop dual-band mesh integrates well with AT&T internet service as I have AT&T as my internet provider and Velop plugged into their modem. I hope this helps!
5 years, 5 months ago
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ExcellentEducator
Velop with Intelligent Mesh™ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
Trying to find a system that works in a house over 4000 sq feet. WiFi extenders didn’t work. Have a Spectrum WiFi router. What router is compatible w/Spectrum that I can use with mesh system. Do nodes just plug in? Will be used for iPads and phones only.
Bellablue,
I think Velop could possibly be your answer in getting the adequate coverage you need in your home. I previously had Spectrum and Velop integrated fine with their modem. Basically, you plug the main node into your provided modem from Spectrum and the accompanying 2 nodes you place them throughout your home where you may experience lag, dead spots, buffering, etc... The cool thing as you place the nodes throughout your home, the downloaded app (required) is going to let you know if you've placed it in a place where the signals can communicate well. Yes, you can use iPads, phones, computers, printers, scanners, smart locks, gaming devices, etc whatever needed and Velop can handle it and provide you with robust coverage.
Lastly, Linksys has this product in various packages from single to triple nodes; so, you get to choose what is needed based on the square footage of your home. I hope this info helps some!
I think Velop could possibly be your answer in getting the adequate coverage you need in your home. I previously had Spectrum and Velop integrated fine with their modem. Basically, you plug the main node into your provided modem from Spectrum and the accompanying 2 nodes you place them throughout your home where you may experience lag, dead spots, buffering, etc... The cool thing as you place the nodes throughout your home, the downloaded app (required) is going to let you know if you've placed it in a place where the signals can communicate well. Yes, you can use iPads, phones, computers, printers, scanners, smart locks, gaming devices, etc whatever needed and Velop can handle it and provide you with robust coverage.
Lastly, Linksys has this product in various packages from single to triple nodes; so, you get to choose what is needed based on the square footage of your home. I hope this info helps some!
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