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DJI Mini 4 Pro integrates powerful imaging capabilities, omnidirectional obstacle sensing, ActiveTrack 360° with the new Trace Mode, and 20km FHD video transmission, bringing even more things to love for pros and beginners alike.
 
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Small and mighty..but Plus kit not for everyone
on December 1, 2023
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DJI, the leader in consumer drones, as iterated their very successful mini line with a new pro version – the DJI Mini 4 Pro. This new version adds some features that are useful both for people using drone for professional photography and for the passionate recreational user who is interested in more features but still in the mini form factor. Lets open up this remarkably compact kit and find out what it can do.
This review is not only on the drone, but also on the entire Fly More Plus kit. One of the major selling points of the mini line is that they are designed to come in under the FAA’s 249g registration weight limit, meaning the drone doesn’t have to be registered for recreational use. Which is where this kit somewhat puzzles me – it only includes the extended flight time Intelligent Battery Plus, which pushes the drone well over the limit and to about 290g. This means that operating the drone with any of the included batteries in this kit requires registration. As I have some other heavier drones, this was not a problem for me, but the description on Best Buy’s site and general information about the Mini 4 Pro may lead users to think that they can fly without registration when purchasing this kit. These batteries do allow a phenomenal amount of flight time, up to 45 minutes on paper, and around 40 in practice, which is incredible for such a compact drone.
The rest of the kit’s accessories are the same as can be found in the non-plus version of this kit, which has the lighter batteries and does not require registration. They include 3 total Plus batteries, the charging hub, the excellent RC2 controller with a bright integrated screen, extra propellers, and a USB A to C and USB C to C cable, all packed into a very compact bag. One interesting omission is the lack of any kind of charger – DJI recommends at least 30 watts to charge the batteries in the charging hub at the highest speed. I have one around and it also fits in the bag. The fact that you can pack the complete kit in this small bag is remarkable and great for travel.
The charging hub is pretty cool, it allows for charging all 3 of the included batteries, and it can be used to charge other devices, including the RC or a phone, making it into a battery bank if you need power in a pinch in the field. The RC2 is also really nice. The screen is big and bright, and it allows for fully integrated control of the drone without having to connect a phone. Having only used the other kind of controller before that requires the phone to be tethered, I really appreciate how well this one works.
Unpacking the drone there are two pieces of protective gear included, a propeller guard and a gimbal cover. The propeller guard is a little tricky, at least on mine, closing it requires a decent amount of pressure on the button clasp, which worries me a little as I don’t want to crush the drone’s folded legs. A magnetic clasp might have been better here. There are also a couple of protective bits of peel away tape and foam pads around the camera and gimbal assembly. Be careful removing these as the gimbal is a somewhat fragile assembly.
The drone itself is packed with sensors. This little guy somehow has full omnidirectional obstacle avoidance, a downward facing auxiliary LED, and IR assisted ground sensors. All this in a drone that can fit under the 249g weight limit. It’s really remarkable. In flight, it is very stable, a hallmark of DJI drones. The Mini 4 Pro is also one of the quieter drones I have used, which combined with the small size, makes for a less obtrusive drone than some other larger professional models. It’s designed to be an aerial camera, not a sport drone, so expect stability and predictability over acrobatics. You can feel a little flex in the outer shell – it is made of very thin material to keep it light. There is a rigid under frame that is the actual structure of the drone. It has all of the usual hallmarks of the higher end series of DJI drones, with a built-in set of special effect style shots such as hyperlapse, helix, rocket, etc. It also can lock in to and track objects while doing dynamic angles and distances, and the omnidirectional obstacle avoidance really comes to play here as it can avoid or stop itself before it runs into something while following a subject. Of course, very narrow objects like power lines and thin tree branches may not be picked up, so always fly with caution and don’t rely on the sensors to avoid a crash.
The drone features a camera with a 1/1.3” sensor that has a maximum resolution of 48mp. In practice, this means very high dynamic range 12mp photos, the possibility of 48mp still shots (some detail is lost if fully zooming into the image), and 4k video up to 100fps. Some of the video options, like 10-bit color, D-Log M, and up to 150mbps video rates allow for extensive post processing to create truly professional results from a mini class drone. The final outputs from these modes are great, with rich color straight out of the camera. I did notice in some lighting conditions that there is some lens flare from the multi-element lens.
This camera also has a bit of a magic trick. With the press of a button, it physically rotates 90 degrees, allowing for portrait orientation photo and video recording at high resolution. This is awesome for social media content creators who want full detail on videos or stills that are headed to phones. The other really cool thing it can do is rotate up to 65 degrees upwards, allowing for some amazing angles of the sky, up into trees or embankments, etc. This unlocks a lot more options for capturing shots near or above the horizon line.
Overall, this drone is very impressive. It has a huge amount of capability in a small package that can produce professional results and be under the FAA registration limit. This kit, having the Plus extended capacity batteries, pushes the drone over the weight limit and that may be a consideration for some. The included charging hub and the RC2 controller are excellent accessories that really increase the overall value of this kit. Personally, I really enjoy it and the extra flight time is great, but some may be better served with the non-Plus version of this kit that can stay under the FAA’s registration limit.
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Level up with QuietComfort Ultra headphones – immersive, personalized sound meets premium, next-level noise cancelling headphones. Pushing the boundaries with breakthrough spatial audio, these wireless headphones take what you’re hearing inside your head and place it in front of you for more natural, real sounding music. Whatever your music source, it’s just like listening to it live when you’re wearing the QC Ultra headphones. Unique to Bose, the QC Ultra headphones feature CustomTune technology which analyzes your ear’s shape and adapts the audio performance so everything you listen to hits exactly as it should. You won’t want to take them off because of the refined and premium materials. The cushions wrap your ears in a soft hug. The headband spreads pressure evenly. And sleek metal arms add a statement of sophisticated design. Connect to your devices with advanced Bluetooth 5.3 headphones and keep track of what you have paired in the Bose Music app. It also walks you through setup, gives you access to Adjustable EQ settings, and more. The QuietComfort Ultra headphones, sound just got real. Available in Bose Black or Smoke White.
 
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Top of the line build and audio
on October 14, 2023
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Bose has released their latest top of the line Quiet Comfort Ultra headphones. Doing away with random numbers like 35 and 700, these headphones are the pinnacle of Bose’s consumer wireless headphone line, and incorporate many advanced features along with high end design and materials. Do all of the features and changes justify a pretty steep price tag? Let’s take a listen and find out.
In the box are the headphones, a very short quick start guide that basically says get the Bose Music app, a hard sided case, a 3.5mm to 2.5mm analog cable, and a USB-A to C charging cable. The cables tuck neatly into a pocket in the case, and both cups on the headphones rotate and are hinged so they fit neatly in the case. Overall, it’s a nice, compact package. The headphones have a comfortable and plush headband and metal brackets holding the earcups that smoothly extend from the headband to adjust size. The metal parts are a great touch and the hinges look to be very durable. Other headphones have moved away from the hinged design due to problems with it and plastic parts, but Bose has included this welcome feature as it lets the headphones fold into a compact package and made them out of metal instead. The headphones feel great on your head, and are super comfortable.
For controls, there is a power button, an action button, and a subtle strip that you swipe your finger on to adjust volume. I have kind of mixed opinions on the controls. On one hand, with almost no touch controls on the surface of the earcups themselves, you can’t activate parts of the headphones with an accidental touch. On the other hand, remembering how many times to push the action button to advance or go back a track is a little tedious. Other headphones I have used have intuitive swiping motions and you can pause ANC by holding a hand on an earcup. These kind of options don’t exist with these, and I can’t tell which one I really prefer. Not being able to quickly switch to “aware” mode to have a conversation is not great, as the only way to switch modes is to press and hold the action button and cycle through presets. I found myself just taking them off or pulling an earcup off of an ear. The head detection feature was a mixed bag, at one point I had an earcup pulled away to listen to a flight attendant, and it kept playing. Another time I turned my head all the way to the right and it stopped playing.
Controls aside, what really matters is how these sound. And they sound really great. With all default EQs, they have a great balance of bass and treble, with very detailed and bright sounds, which is a Bose signature. They also feature “Immersive Audio”, which is Bose’s entry into the spatial audio world. I ran the quick calibration and gave it some tests, and there is a difference between unenhanced audio and Immersive. Immersive puts the sound stage forward, so instead of it sounding like a voice is coming from a space between your ears, it feels more naturally placed in front of you. I found it pretty convincing and effective, although on an iPhone, Apple’s native spatial audio features with AirPod Pros or Pro Max are better. Which is another point here – some of the Bluetooth features of these headphones really work best with Qualcomm Bluetooth chipsets found in some Android phones, but iPhones will only get standard Bluetooth support. It’s unfortunate that proprietary features and standards exist on both platforms. Platform differences aside, the headphones do support dual active connections and will switch automatically between connected sources depending on which one is playing. Using the app, you can also manage connections, presets, and set a custom EQ.
ANC performance is good, with most ambient sounds getting washed away, especially with content playing. As an over the ear headphone, the isolation is much better than most earbuds can provide, and they don’t sit in your ears. Battery life is also superior to earbuds, with 18 hours of immersive audio or up to 24 hours of unenhanced audio. These headphones also have something that is getting more and more rare, an analog input. This is great for listening to all kinds of audio sources. The mics do a good job in calls and there is some amount of side tone (adjustable in the app), allowing you to hear your own voice so you can talk with a natural volume and not feel like you need to shout to be heard.
Overall, Bose has made an excellent set of headphones in the Quiet Comfort Ultra. The build quality is top notch and they are extremely comfortable. Sound quality is excellent and the immersive audio isn’t just a gimmick, it does make sounds feel more naturally placed in a space in front of you. If you want a high end set of headphones from one of the legendary brands in consumer audio, these should be on your list.
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Meet the Ninja Combi—the only all-in-one multicooker, oven, air fryer and so much more that perfectly cooks complete meals for your whole family in just 15 minutes. With 14 functions and 3 included accessories, it’s so easy to use you will never have to turn on your kitchen again. A complete pasta dinner made from scratch in an oven without having to boil water? A full taco spread, including rice and beans in one single appliance? The Ninja Combi makes it all possible with our revolutionary Ninja Combi Cooker Technology that defies limits with a simultaneous combination of HyperSteam and Air Fry. Every ingredient is perfectly cooked in minutes—juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside. It’s the most effortless way to cook—the Combi Way.
 
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Jack of all trades, master of none
on October 6, 2023
Posted by: Keyan
Ninja is at it again with a “miracle” all in one cooker that promises to replace several kitchen appliances in a single device, and even cook differently for different areas at once. Can it live up to this lofty goal? Let’s find out.
In the box is the cooker, manual, and the various trays and accessories that it needs to perform is cooking functions. It has a nice display and control panel area, along with a ton of selections for the different cooking methods this unit provides.
Essentially, this unit is a table top convection oven with a high power fan and heating element to air fry. The air fryer pan is not deep, so some of the utility is limited. The manual also suggests shaking the contents from time to time, which is easy with a traditional air fryer with a basket and a handle, but a big challenge for a shallow pan in an oven. My real issue lies with the “steam” and sous vide modes, which are accomplished by just baking water in a pan. In the case of steam, it boils the water and makes steam, but it isn’t made outside of the unit and released in or taking the direct heat of a cooktop. For sous vide, it’s almost comical. Essentially you are warming things in bags in a pan of still water. Sous vide requires an immersion circulator that is in the water, circulating it continually over your food, and is able to provide ultra accurate temperature control. An oven with no circulation simply can’t replicate the results of a proper immersion circulator, and it’s a bridge too far for this unit.
All of this leaves me somewhat confused about what the purpose of this thing is. If you need a tabletop oven that can also air fry and only have space or budget for a single appliance, this might be a fit for you. For everyone else, there are much better ways to air fry, sous vide, and otherwise prepare meals, many of which are provided by Ninja’s other products.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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The HERO12 Black Creator Edition is an all-in-one content capturing powerhouse that makes vlogging, filmmaking and live streaming easier than ever. Packing pro-quality 5.3K 60 video and Emmy Award-winning HyperSmooth 6.0 video stabilization, it puts all the tools you need to tell your story in the palm of your hand. It features High Dynamic Range (HDR) video and photo, a variety of aspect ratios (including full frame 8:7) and 10-bit encoding with Log to deliver great footage and maximum post-production flexibility. The versatile battery grip delivers over 5 hours of 4K recording time per charge and features built-in buttons that let you comfortably control the camera during long shoots. This complete system also has a directional microphone that reduces ambient noise, Bluetooth audio for use with your wireless mic, an LED light and multiple options for transferring footage including wireless, wired and with your SD card.
 
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Iterative generation to the best action cam
on September 25, 2023
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GoPro has released the newest version of their iconic Hero camera: The Hero 12 Black. This is also the Creator Edition Bundle, which comes with a collection of GoPro’s most premium accessories, including the Volta Grip, the Media Mod, and the light mod. What does this year’s Hero offer, and should you consider it for your action cam needs? Lets take a look at this kit and find out.
One of my favorite things GoPro has been doing in recent years is trying to reduce waste by packaging the Camera and accessories in a zippered case. The Hero 12 Creator’s Edition continues that trend, with a nice, roomy zippered case, even with a little handle. It doesn’t have any internal dividers, so you might need to find a way to hold things down while you travel, but it’s still nice to not just have a chunk of cardboard or plastic to get rid of, instead having a nice case to store everything.
In the case you have the Hero 12 camera, the Volta Grip, Media Mod (with mic wind filter), two USB-A to C cables, two different height clip in mounts, the light mod, two mounting screws, a camera door that allows for access to the USB-C port to charge the camera (not a waterproof configuration), a small cold shoe mount for the light mod, and an Enduro battery. If it sounds like a lot – it is. This is a very complete kit that includes just about everything you need to get started using your GoPro to capture your stories and adventures.
To start, let’s take a look at the highlights of the included accessories. My favorite is the Volta Grip. I didn’t appreciate how useful this thing would be until I got it out and paired to the GoPro. Not only does it serve as a large external battery, allowing around 5 hours of recording time, but it also is a remote control and even a tripod! It also has an included wrist lanyard and has a standard tripod thread on the bottom if you want to mount it to a larger tripod. The remote control is extremely handy – having controls at your fingertips instead of needing to reach out with your other hand to control the camera is great. Since the remote part pairs with Bluetooth, you can even use the grip off of the camera as a true remote control. The other accessories are also handy – the media mod allows for more connectivity, including mini HDMI out, analog input for an external mic, and a power input that doesn’t require the door to be open. It also has a directional mic with a removeable (and included) wind filter. The mic can be configured for front, rear, or both, as the direction it focuses on. The light mod is also nifty. It’s completely powered by an internal battery, so it can be used mounted to one of the cold shoes on the media mod, mounted to the included cold shoe to GoPro standard mount adapter, or wherever. At the highest setting it provides a lot of light, and the included diffuser keeps it from looking like a spot light in video. The other accessories are pretty self-explanatory and for the sake of brevity I won’t get into them in detail.
On to the highlight of the kit – the GoPro Hero 12 itself. This year’s model has blue flecks on the outer shell and a few under the hood improvements (and one take away) from the Hero 11. The 12 carries over the GP2 and image sesnor from the 11, but does make an improvement in Bluetooth support. A BT 5.2 module now allows for a Bluetooth microphone to be directly paired to the GoPro, which is great for narration or remote audio, and can even be used for voice command control. The 12 also has slightly better battery life and is supposed to run a little cooler, hopefully helping with overheating in hot and still environments. Part of the improved battery life and heat control is accomplished through the removal of the GPS unit. The 12 has no GPS, so if that was an essential feature for you, scooping up an 11 might be your better option here. Other than the Bluetooth changes, the other thing the 12 has is HDR Video support. To be clear – the GoPro does not RECORD in a HDR video format, like HDR10 or Dolby Vision. The HDR in this camera is combining two exposure frames into a single video frame with different exposure values, allowing for a wider dynamic range to be captured in the resulting single frame than the camera can do with just single exposure. The result is more detail in shadows and highlights, but at the cost of some of the highest FPS options. The 12 also supports up to 5.3k capture, 10-bit, and also has a LOG format for post-processing workflows for professionals. One other notable change is that the fold down “fingers” on the bottom of the camera now also include a standard Tripod threading that is accessible with the fingers folded flat, which is great for using the GoPro on other types of mounts. The in camera menus are well laid out and the camera is very responsive.
Video is, as expected, quite good in well lit scenes. The stabilization is amazing for something without a gimbal. Still pictures are OK, although even in linear the fisheye effect of the camera is still somewhat present. It’s great for wide shots, and the resulting 27MP images do allow for a lot of flexibility in post to crop in tighter. As with most action cameras, low light is not great for video or stills. Low light photography remains something that is just extremely hard to accomplish on anything other than a large sensor camera, or using major AI boosts in a high end smart phone. The GoPro also has options for timelapse photography, and some kind of fun modes, like star light trails and light painting.
Overall, the Hero 12 Creator Edition is a very complete package for a variety of ways to capture your stories and adventures. The Hero 12 camera itself is more iterative than revolutionary this year, tweaking a couple of features from last year’s 11 but keeping most of the same components. If you are looking for a first action cam, or upgrading from an older GoPro and want to get a bundle with some of GoPro’s best accessories, this is the kit to be looking at.
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Reimagine what you can cook outdoors with the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Oven. This electric outdoor oven unlocks 8-in-1 versatility with a wide temperature range of 105-700°F for a world of premium flavors, textures, and results at the touch of a button. Plus, add authentic smoky flavor to anything you make at any temperature with just 1/2 cup of pellets with Ninja Woodfire Technology.
 
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Easy heat
on September 16, 2023
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Ninja, the creator of many unique kitchen small appliances, has added to their arsenal of things you never knew you wanted until you saw them with the Woodfire Outdoor Oven. This appliance is designed to offer very high heat (up to 700 degrees F) and even real smoke flavor using wood pellets without an open flame or gas source – providing an interesting option for balconies and other places where open flames are not allowed. How does it perform? Lets take a look.
In the box you’ll find a small bag of wood pellets, a pellet scoop, some manuals and recipe ideas and the pizza stone. Two other accessories, the roasting pan and rack, are in the oven itself. One thing to note – I found two bags of silicone desiccant in the VERY BACK of the oven. Be sure to get these out before you turn it on!
Be sure to check over the manual, as this is a bit of a different machine than typical. If an extension cord is needed (likely, as the included cord is almost comically short), check that it is a large gauge and properly rated for the up to 1700 watts this thing can draw. Also, the pizza stone basically can’t get wet. If it does it could break when used the next time if any residual moisture is in it, so be sure to clean it according to the manual.
After a quick first heat with all of the accessories to 700 degrees to cook off any finishing oils from the factory, it’s ready to go. Programing the system is simple – select the cooking mode, set a temp, when the unit has preheated it prompts to hit start to start the timer if needed for the selected mode. Smoke is optional on any of the cooking modes. Filling the smoke box is easy and it works very well. It’s nice to only use pellets for flavor and not for heat. You can be very efficient with usage. Since the system only uses electric heating you can “set it and forget it” – there is no need to tinker with vents or watching the temp like you do with charcoal or wood smokers, it just does its thing.
Pizzas are also easy here – put in the pizza stone, preheat to a high heat, and go. Going all the way to 700 will give you that “fast fired” char of a brick pizza oven in a system that doesn’t take wood or gas and can be stored away.
If I had any negatives, it would be that it isn’t terribly large. Max size is 12” square by about 5” tall for anything that goes in. It also doesn’t have a window, so checking on food means opening it up and letting the heat out. The size can also be a plus – it doesn’t take much space if limited space is a concern. For larger meals or families you may find it simply can’t hold enough food to cook for the entire family. The accessory rack also does not slide easily in and out, which makes it harder to load pizzas. When you are at 700 degrees, even with oven gloves, you only have a few moments of contact time before you can feel the heat, and having the rack fighting you isn’t ideal. That said, we did manage to cook pizzas at 700 in rapid succession and had a nice pizza night.
Overall, the Ninja Woodfire Oven can get real smoke flavor and consistent temperature control in a compact package that just needs electricity to work. It is a great addition to places that have limited space or can’t use gas or open flame cooking (check your local laws about the smoke feature) or just want to have artisan style pizzas without committing to a huge, heavy pizza oven.
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PRO X TKL is the next generation of the Logitech G PRO keyboard. It was designed in collaboration with the world’s best esports players—and engineered to win. PRO X TKL helps players eliminate every barrier between them and the win with the speed and reliability of LIGHTSPEED wireless technology and a sleek, tenkeyless design. It’s been battle-tested, pro-approved, and built to win championships at the highest levels of competition.
 
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Premium Tier
on September 8, 2023
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Logitech has updated some of their top tier Pro series accessories, including the PRO X TKL keyboard. It has several changes from the previous wired entry – the biggest being the most obvious, it is wireless now, with connectivity via wireless dongle, Bluetooth, or wired. Lets take a look and see how this latest entry compares.
Opening the box, you’ll find a very nice, high quality carrying case for the keyboard. This keyboard is designed with pro or serious gamers in mind who want to take their gear on the go, and including such a nice case is a great touch. I do wish it somehow held the keyboard in place a little more to keep pressure off of the keys if the case isn’t flat, but that is a minor concern. Inside of the case is the keyboard, and under that is the USB-A wireless dongle, a USB-A to C (female) converter, and the USB-A to C cable for charging the keyboard. The keyboard is equipped with USB-C for charging or wired connectivity. It is annoying that Logitech, even at this premium tier, doesn’t include a USB-C to C option, so you can connect to USB-C natively if those are the only ports you have available, like on a gaming laptop. The included cable is very flexible but not braided.
This keyboard is equipped with “brown” tactile keys. Logitech offers “red” linear and “blue” clicky options as well. Personally, I like the little bump of resistance, but options are there for your personal preference. You won’t find optical or hall effect keys yet – Logitech still hasn’t embraced these newer technologies in their keys. Besides the wireless, there are new media control keys, lighting control keys, and in a big change, a roller bar for volume control. This finally brings up the quick access features of the “Pro” keyboard to other rivals and the other top tier Logitech offerings. The keycaps are double-shot PBT instead of painted single layer plastic, so they should last for a very long time. The lighting is smooth and vibrant, with lots of options for predefined or custom effects and animations. One odd thing, it doesn’t look like the keys are removable or swappable like the PRO X that came before it. I think the keycaps can be pulled, but I didn’t try it for this review.
The feel of the keyboard is great. The keys are responsive and have a great typing feel. It also has an interesting design for the incline legs. A smaller interior leg flips out for 4 degrees of elevation, and a wider leg flips out for 8 degrees. The keyboard is extremely stable at any elevation and feels solid.
For gaming, it is extremely responsive. Lightspeed wireless with a 1ms report rate means instant response in gaming. A dedicated gaming mode button also disables unused keys to prevent an accidental key press (like the dreaded windows button) while in the heat of the action. Profiles and macros can all be defined for different games or productivity tasks. It also has an onboard memory to save profiles and lighting configs for use on PCs that don’t have the G Hub software – which is key when using the Bluetooth connectivity option. This allows you to program the keyboard on a personal device, and then use Bluetooth to connect to a work or other device that doesn’t have the G Hub software installed, allowing for the features of the keyboard to still work.
Battery life is excellent, lasting around 50 hours on wireless. It also reports battery level over Bluetooth, so you can still check in on how much capacity is there on devices that don’t have G Hub installed.
Overall, this is a solid and well built keyboard. It is very portable and responsive and if you are looking for a wireless, pro grade gaming keyboard this one should be on your list to consider.
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Our G Series is getting a new entry with the G6 Commute. An updated frame and design with an added LED under light to the deckboard are sure to make you stand out whenever you take the G6 Commute out for a ride. The integrated cable lock also provides you with a new level of security.
 
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Great scooter, horrific instructions
on August 6, 2023
Posted by: Keyan
GoTrax has a new scooter, the G6 Commute. This scooter promises an impressive range of up to 48 miles and a top speed of 20mph – great for getting around town or zipping through the neighborhood. It also has a font suspension, dual brakes, and two anti-theft systems. Impressive on paper, but how is it in real life? Time to open the box and find out.
In the box are the usual items – instructions (more on that in a minute), the scooter, a set of screws to attach the handlebars, a hex wrench, a small air tube extender for filling the tires with an air pump (not included), and the charging brick. Unpacking and setting up is fairly easy, with one small hiccup – the handlebars have a small plug to plug in the electronics in the display to the neck of the scooter. The plug was easy enough, but getting the wire tucked away so the handlebars could be installed on the neck was a bit of a trick. Do not force the handlebar down so the screws line up as you might pinch the wire, just keep trying to thread it down the neck until it all lines up. 4 simple screws later, and assembly is complete. Getting it out of the box is the next step – and this thing is very heavy. At 45 lbs, this is a very substantial scooter. It’s a full-size scooter with a huge capacity battery, so weight is expected, but if you need something lighter that needs to be carried at some point, this might not be the best option.
Now that the quick setup is done, it was time to review the rest of the instructions to see how to operate the scooter and the security features it has. It has two layers of protection – a 3 digit passcode that is entered by using the controls on the electronic display, and a barrel style lock locks the steering. Unfortunately, trying to decipher how to use these features, as well as several others, is incredibly difficult. The instructions are almost a comically terrible bad translation. It’s like what you would expect from a cheap knockoff product, not an $800 scooter. I’m knocking off a full star on this review for how inexcusably terrible the instructions are. Seriously. Hire a translator so consumers can safely and fully operate their $800 scooter.
Fortunately, bad instructions aside, the general operation of the scooter is pretty simple. Get it rolling with a simple kick, and then hit the accelerator. In the fastest mode, this thing really flies, getting up to 20mph quickly thanks to the 500 watt rear wheel motor. Stopping is also fast, with the dual brakes helping to slow it down quickly. The display shows essential functions, even an odometer to see how far you have gone. It has ambient lights down the sides and a rear tail light that flashes when braking. There is also a front light for use at night to see and be seen. The ride is very comfortable, with the font suspension and big tires taking most bumps with ease. Charging it is also easy, with a silicone flap protecting the charging port on the upper right side of the deck. Unlike some other scooters, this one is very accessible and doesn’t require reaching down under the deck to find it.
Overall, this scooter is great, with a huge range and fast speed. The build quality seems excellent with everything being solid and well-constructed. The only real downside is just how terrible the instructions are. On a product of this price used for transportation, the instructions should be clear so the operator knows how to fully and safely operate the vehicle. Hopefully GoTrax will update the manual in future releases or provide updated instructions online (as of the time of this review they are still bad online too).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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You’ll never run out of ice with the Insignia NS-IMN44BS4 Portable Nugget Ice Maker with Auto Shut-Off. This ice maker stores up to 3.5 lbs. to supply all the cold drinks at a large gathering. It creates small, chewable ice pellets in 12 minutes, letting you enjoy the restaurant-style ice you love right at home. An extra-large 2.3-quart water tank recycles melted ice, so you can refill it less often. A digital touch control panel makes this portable ice maker easy to operate, and the lighted bin makes it easy to see how much ice is ready to use. Match the ice maker to your kitchen décor with a black and stainless-steel design that will attract all your guests. Become the best party host with a portable ice maker that keeps up with the drinks and your guests’ expectations.
 
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Insignia, Best Buy’s own brand, is at it again, making a popular small home appliance in a more affordable package than other name brands. This time, they are hopping on the chewable pellet ice craze with an attractive and relatively low priced option. Does this ice maker perform well and make the pellet ice that everyone seems to want for their drinks or just to chew on without cracking a crown? Lets dig in and find out.
Inside the box is the ice maker, instructions, a drip tray, and an ice scoop. There are no crazy extras with this ice maker like consumable water filters or separate water tanks, it’s all one unit, which I appreciate. I dislike consumable filters designed to create a subscription model around something you buy, especially small appliances.
Setup is easy. Take it out of the box, remove some tape and the protective shrink wrap. Put the drip tray under the front edge of the unit and let it sit. The instructions say to let it sit for 4 hours as this thing has a compressor system in it and sitting lets the refrigerant settle. The first thing to do is put some water in and run the self-cleaning cycle, and then drain it and start with fresh water to make ice. Draining the unit is pretty easy, two flexible silicone tubes with a plug allow for easy draining into a container or a nearby sink. After a cleaning, it is suggested to let it run for a bit and throw away the first batch of ice to finish getting any plastic taste out of it. I let it fill about 1/3 of the way, dumped that ice, then let it run. It starts making ice very quickly, only after about 10 minutes or so it started to drop pellets into the storage bin.
One quirk of the unit is that the water reservoir is under the ice bin. Filling it is a little awkward and you can’t readily see the water level without pulling out the bin, but it does result in a very streamlined package that tucks under cabinets without a need to get to the top of the unit to fill it or have awkward water tanks on the sides. It runs at about 60db, so it isn’t silent, but these types of countertop ice makers usually have noise involved when they are running. It’s not so loud that you can’t easily talk over it, watch TV, etc.
Ice production is pretty fast and steady, with the bin filling completely in a couple of hours. After that point, as ice slowly melts, it will run from time to time if left on to keep up a continual supply of ice. I only fill it with softened, filtered water to avoid calcium scale build up and to have clean tasting ice. Scale can be removed by running a cleaning cycle with some vinegar and water mix as defined in the manual if that happens.
The ice result from this machine is great, with clean tasting and chewable pellets. Getting to it is as simple as pulling out the bin and scooping some out.
Overall, if you want clean tasting, chewable ice pellets in a compact package that costs less than some of the competition, this is one you should consider. No consumable filters and easy maintenance add to the appeal of this unit.
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.
 
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Premium Product for a Premium Speaker
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Sanus, known for premium TV and speaker mounts and stands, has made a new speaker stand to work with the new Sonos Era 100 and 300 speakers. Available in white or black to match the speakers or your personal preference, they promise to offer a clean and stable minimalist look for your speakers.
In the box, you’ll find a pair of stands and instructions. The box is quite heavy, these are well weighted bases to keep your pricy Sonos speakers secure if they are bumped while on the stands. Assembly is really straightforward, with just a few Philips head screws. There is a channel in the back to hide the speaker power cord so the end result is a very clean look. Adjusting the height is a clever trigger mechanism that once adjusted can be removed to lock the speaker in place and prevent someone from accidentally releasing the mechanism and dropping the speaker height. There are also rubber feet for hardwood surfaces or carpet spikes if you need to secure the speakers on carpet.
Overall, these are minimal and modern and should fit in with any décor that also has the Era speakers in it. If you have a single speaker that needs a home, or a stereo pair, or are super fancy and using Era speakers as surround rears in a full Sonos surround speaker arrangement, these stands will add a classy and secure way to set them up.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Body Comp offers a total body assessment with weight precise up to 50g, plus full  body composition metrics  (body fat and water percentage, plus muscle and bone mass), cardiovascular assessment (Standing Heart Rate, Vascular Age), and an Electrodermal Activity Score, providing the most complete and accurate overview of body metrics ever offered. Every weigh-in appears in the Withings app automatically, via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth sync. And unlike many smart scales, with Wi-Fi sync, you don’t have to have your phone with you when you weigh-in to synchronize your data.
 
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Interesting insights, buggy software
on May 29, 2023
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Withings has iterated their advanced scales, and the Body Comp (short for Composition) scale sits at the middle of the line up, between the basic scale and the “Body Scan” top of the line model. It promises to deliver more details about your overall health, including some details about what your body is made of, hydration levels, and vascular age. As someone who is working on getting healthier and likes data, I was excited to try out this scale and get more insight into my overall health.
In the package is the scale, a set of feet for extremely thick carpet (hard floors are recommended), and some instructions. It does come with batteries preinstalled, and a pull tab is pulled during the setup process to get them working. Initial setup was straightforward, however if you use Apple Health data imports, there are several errors, the craziest being that height is somehow registered as centimeters in the foot category. I am a taller person, but not that tall!
Once connected to Bluetooth and wifi (handy so you don’t need your phone nearby all the time), it did a quick firmware update and was ready for the first measurement. Just stand on it with bare feet and it does its thing, scanning information about your body by measuring electrical currents through it. As it scans, it shows you details, ending with heart rate, which means the scanning is complete. Information is uploaded to the app and sync’d to Apple Health, if you enabled that feature.
The data is very interesting, giving you information about muscle mass, body fat, hydration, and after enough scans, vascular age. The app will start to trend this data so you can track it over time, and give you insights into areas you may want to focus on in your overall health. As a data person, this insight helps me understand where I am in my health journey and if I am making meaningful progress.
Adding another user is where things got weird. My wife wanted to also try this thing out, we installed the app and set up her account, following the instructions to set up the scale..again, which also involved setting up wifi and everything else another time. Somehow, it went crazy and reported her weight in kgs instead of lbs to the app and Apple health, which were both still in lbs! It overwrote her data in Apple Health with this incorrect weight, which we were able to correct manually. Clearly, there are still some app and software bugs to work out, and it was a frustrating experience for us.
Overall, this product has promise. It can help you get insight into your overall health in just a few seconds, and goes way beyond a typical scale. The data and trending information is very interesting, and the wifi connectivity is handy so you don’t have to sync via Bluetooth to a nearby device. Having another family member add the scale to their own account was weird and clunky, and hopefully those issues are smoothed out soon. I think that it will be a useful tool as I track my health over time, and equips me with information that will help me lead a healthier lifestyle.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisYou've received your assignment, hustled into a helicopter and skillfully maneuvered into the murky abyss of a mysterious land — with one deadly mission on your mind. You slip and sneak through dangerous territory. You spot an enemy in the distance and raise your rifle as you aim with precision. With a nearly silent pop, he drops lifelessly from view, as you press on, planting explosives to carve your way through secured fortresses, removing classified information and leaving only a trail of smoke in your wake. Welcome to a new kind of war. Tomorrow, the government will deny that your operation ever occurred. Your location will be obscured. Your alibi will be written. The war will be erased from history. But today, you bask in the glory of a perfect kill.Call of Duty: Black Ops is the latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise and the follow-up to last year's blockbuster Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The Cold War has ended — or at least, it appears that it has. You are one of the few to know the secrets of the deadly conflicts that persist and to complete the classified operations that quietly protect the nation. You are Black Ops. Descend into the explosive combat with all-new force and all-new technologies to destroy the enemy, including new Killstreaks like Napalm Strikes, a remote-controlled explosive device and controllable helicopters. A deadlier mission than ever requires the most intensive Combat Training yet — hone your tactics offline against A.I. bots in both Free-For-All and Team Deathmatch modes and earn COD Points to purchase equipment, attachments, perks and new customization options. Further test your nerves and weapon skills in point-gambling Wager Matches, and celebrate each epic kill in Theater Mode. You are being summoned — do you have the courage to answer a grave new Call of Duty?
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Treyarch (noobs) FTL - A sorry attempt to copy MW2
By Brewcrew414 from Milwaukee, WI
Wow!!.....I am completely amazed at how terrible this game is. First of all, the campaign mode is just a joke. Absolutely boring. Nothing about campaign mode is interesting or keeps my attention at all. OH WOW the Cold War, how exciting!!! Well if you have a weak campaign mode, then maybe your online mode might be able to make the game worth it, right? NOT EVEN CLOSE The PSN servers dedicated to CODBO are a complete joke. Its like playing on dial up. Ive gone back and occasionally played MW2 and those servers are lag free. If you like a lag fest, then you'll live BO online. Nothing makes sense on CODBO online. People shooting you in mid air, super strong smgs, numerous disconnections and hot migrations, and hip fire is the easiest way to get kills? If you think its my connection that makes me lag, its not. I'm running a cable connection maxing out @ 18-20mbps on a direct connect. The online mode is so congested but I feel like the game itself lags up my ps3. In fact only with BOs has my PS3 froze up many many times, at least 1 or 2 times a week!! It feels like there is so much loading going on that its burning my PS3 up. Even the opening credits are a strain on my PS3 and it reads the HDD 4 separate times before I can actually start to look for a game! Why is there so much load time when the graphics are definitely not better than CODMW2? The guns look and feel like toys. It sounds like I'm shooting an airsoft gun. So what sucks about the game so far....campaign, originality, graphics, sounds, unrealistic physics, and ONLINE LAG. Yes its only been a month since the game has been out but with the millions of dollars that they've made off of the sales of the game and the anticipation and success of the previous CODs the least they could do it make it work properly. Zombies mode is the ONLY thing that BOs has going for it. Thanks for that. Overall a much lamer version of MW2 and not worth the $60. I dare you to rent it to see how terrible it is. I cant wait for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 because its going to be made by the real game developers who reinvented the COD franchise. Oh if you think that I'm not credible gamer, here are my legit stats - MW2 2.3 kill/death ratio @ 150,000 kills with a win percentage of 3.0+. Black Ops 1.9 kill/death ratio at 15,000 kills with a win percentage of 3.0+.
Below are pictures of the screen when it froze.
Not even MW3 will be..
December 3, 2010
..made by the same people, or did you miss that Activision fired the co-founders of Infinity Ward and a huge mass exodus of the rest of the main talent happened right after? Infinity Ward is nothing like it was.
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The 2nd generation Apple TV® allows you to stream movies, TV shows, photos and music from your computer to a compatible HDTV or home theater system via the built-in 802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN connection. Smart Set-Top Box Get a world of instant entertainment with this smart set-top box. Connect to the Internet and stream movies, listen to music and access a wide variety of other content on your HDTV. Learn more about smart products. Netflix YouTube Flickr
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Guys listen!! Don't get it.
By Anonymousapplecollector from Savannah
You guys need to stop and listen to me and that other person. He's right, this device is terrible. I own lots of products from apple and this is so far the worst device I've ever own in my life. I've been having the first gen 160gb and it is totally worth it than this, you can actually buy and own instead of just only able to rent really expensive movies. I got this as a bd gift cause my dad knows I'm a big apple collector so I felt really sorry for him and gave it back so he can return it. So do yourself a favor and just save up $50 extra and get the 1st gen apple tv you won't be disappointed.
Ever hear of home sharing?
December 15, 2010
Apparently you didn't actually bother to learn how to use it. You can enable home sharing from iTunes running on your home computer and share your entire iTunes library with this device. If you really want to own a movie, you can buy it through iTunes on your computer and then stream it wirelessly to the Apple TV. This gives you access to (probably) a much, much larger amount of storage than what the older Apple TV had.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
 
Overall2 out of 52 out of 5
Good camera, but to close to the T2i
By da12 from California
Let me start by saying I'm not a professional, but I have owned the T2i, the 50d and now the 60d. I've also rented and tested the 7d and 5d. Over the years I've read several books and got some tutoring from a professional photographer and I feel I know DSLR's pretty well. I have many amazing pictures with all the above cameras. Here is my opinion after owning the 60d.
1. The picture quality of the 50d, 60d and t2i and 7d are identical. I can't find a difference. I did see a considerable difference when I used the 5d though.
2. The video quality of all the cameras seemed pretty equal.
3. I used heavy lenses on all the cameras. No difference in strength. They're all great. I do like the lightweight of the t2i for backpacking though.
4.The 60d has an okay frame rate. Faster than the 5d and t2i. It's faster frame rate is minor and at my sons soccer games, the t2i caught just a many "great" shots. Now when I used the 7d, it did give me quite a few more shots to choose from. I have to admit, for action 7d is more than a step above.
5. Yes the autofocus does have cross type on the 60d but I've never had focusing issues from the t2i, 60d or 7d or 5d. I also never noticed a difference from old 50d vs the t2i. In fact, I didn't even notice a difference between the 7d and the t2i. Maybe in low light the 7d's 19 point is better, but like I said before, I've never had any focusing issues with the 9 point center cross only system on the t2i. Just my opinion, it's all hype.
6.Battery, the t2i's battery lasted me for many hundreds of pics and videos on my last vacation of 3 days. If I was to take to many more, I probably would of needed another battery with any camera.
7. I like the simple buttons on the t2i. I don't understand why people like the controls of the more expensive cameras. After you get used to the t2i, its the fastest....at least for me.
8. Last: Price - The t2i is a bit less than 2/3's the cost of the 60d. Why spend more unless you do lots of action (7d) or want ultra high quality (5d).
In closing, for me it's all about value. The 60d is in a bad position. The expensive middle area. Missing many great features of it's big brothers, the 5d and 7d, and no real "MAJOR" improvement from the t2i. The t2i is more than worth it's price. Probably the best ever value for it's price tag. The 7d is great but a little pricey. It is great for action though. After either owning or testing all the above cameras, my next purchase will be the 5d. Now that camera's full frame sensor is really an improvement. Much sharper and vivid detail. I've learned that first hand.
By the way I returned the 60d to save for the 5d.
I have to disagree
March 21, 2011
As my detailed review points out, there are a lot of pros to the 60D vs even the new rebel T3i. For starters, it has a kit lens that retails for more than twice what the kit lens with the Rebel's come with. Additionally, the shutter is faster, has a secondary LCD screen, better controls (I like the dual dial), better AF system, and a bunch of other things that if you just look at the flashy front page spec sheet you won't see, but when you really get into using the camera you will appreciate. It also has a "C" mode on the dial for Custom - in this mode you can define which features are auto, which are manual, etc, and gives you another place to set up options. The price difference between the Rebel and the 60D (since the 60D seems to be pretty much on perpetual sale now with Best Buy) is about $300 - which is the price difference in the kit lens alone, and you get a lot of extra features over the Rebel.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Steep learning curve
By Picker57 from Fort Collins, CO
I have an extensive history with film SLR's, and with some very capable point-n-shoot digitals. This camera seems capable of a lot of things, many of which don't interest me. However some commonplace things seem more awkward than they should. Example: the flip-out viewer (which I love with my Canon A640) won't work jointly with the regular viewfinder. Also, resetting ISO, aperture, etc. is not nearly as intuitive as I'd like (again, this is compared to my old Canon EF film SLR).
The camera's manual is really pretty good. I purchased a "field guide" as well, and it's pretty useless.
I'm still going through a learning curve with the kit lens (Canon's 18-135mm). So far I'm not impressed, at least when comparing to my old Canon FD lenses.
Expected behavior..
May 3, 2011
This camera is a SLR - so the Mirror will flip up and the shutter will open for video mode. When the mirror is flipped up it blocks the viewfinder to prevent extraneous light from entering the camera body and so it is out of the path of the light as it enters the camera and reaches the sensor. This is how they all work, with the exception of the translucent mirror on some of the newer Sony's - however that mirror comes with a cost of losing about 1/3 of the light entering the camera from reaching the sensor, and if dust gathers on the mirror it also shows up in your pictures...
You are using a kit lens - if you had expensive lenses on old Film camera you should expect different results. Also with film cameras the pictures you get are often not blown up to screen size, or zoomed in to do some "pixel peeping" looking for imperfections.
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Protect your digital camera in this Fastpack backpack. The mesh side pocket and outer accessory pockets allow you to carry multiple personal items along with your digital camera wherever you go.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Does not hold zoom lens
By photon
This bag was purchased as part of a package deal best buy was offering. The bag is not large enough for the lenses that were purchased as part of the package. The front flap on the bag serves no purpose,other than being an annoyance. There are a limited number of ways to rearrange the storage area. Very dissappointed that best buy would include a bag in a package that would not hold the items purchased.
Yes it does
May 6, 2011
Watch the product video on Lowpro's website - the front flap is for securing the zippers so you can gain access to the camera while still having the bag slung over one shoulder and not have a zipper run and open the bag all the way inadvertently.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Durable DSLR
By bobbybilly from Chicago
I was going back and forth between the 60D and the 7D. Besides the $600ish price difference what is the real difference to the "typical" consumer? While I was prepared to purchase the 7D, I was concerned about the size (and secondly for me the weight). After handling the 7D I realized it was a significantly more robust camera than the 60D. A bit more than I was looking for as a hobbyist photographer. That being said, the 60D still has a very full and robust feel and is comfortable to hold. Its predecesor, the 50D (which I have not handled), had a metal body (which also added weight). The 60D is not metal but still feels very stable and firm, not cheap by any means. I don't think the non-metal case is an issue, but rather a benfit, because it makes it lighter.
As I learned from reading specs. on other websites, the 7D, 60D, and Rebel T3i have the EXACT same 18 megapixel image sensor. In image controlled image tests on these websites, it is pointed out that image quality between these three cameras will be almost the same.
The main difference between i see between these cameras is the ability to cusomize both menu and button functions, and customize how you shoot your photos. The 7D, however is significantly more advanced in that it has Dual processors (not image sensors), which will result in much faster image processing, and therefore more photos per second. Also, the 7D also has superior autofocus capabilities (19 points vs 9) which will help in focusing. Of course faster is always better, the 60D has been super fast for me (5.3 frames per second), and I havent had any focusing problems.
Another thing pointed out by websites and people I know is that the lens you attatch will have more effect on the photo quality than the actual camera body. This makes sense, especially considering 3 cameras with the same image sensor..
I was concerned about the 18mm-135mm lens in the kit. I am glad that I purchased the kit with the lens. Although it does feel "cheep" (I knew this when I purchased) it does seem to take great photos. It is noisy (uses a DC motor, like a little toy car sound), but still think it is worth it in the "kit". I probably wouldnt pay the $500 this lens sells for separately, but with the kit, it is a good value if you do not have many or any lenses.Takes better pictures than the way it feels.
Considering this was my first DSLR I decided to purchase the 60D Kit, and spend the extra money on purchasing "better" quality lenses. I have purchased the 70-300mm USM (quiet) tele-zoom lens plus the 60d kit for less than the 7D kit with one lens.
Although, I never planned to use it, I was however very disapointed with the LiveView (use the LCD screen instead of the viewfinder to take pictures) on the 60D (don't know about the others). It takes too long to focus in this mode. Because it is so SLOW (compared to regular viewfinder), I find it a useless function.
Some review have not liked the lack of tactical feedback from the buttons (button are not overly responsive). Although I can see how some may not like the button response, they are still quite usable, and it is not a big deal to me.
Of course there are other differences, but I found the main broad differences are as follows. Since all have the exact same image sensors:
-T3i is good for budget consious who is not overly concerned with custimization or options when taking photos (3.7 frames per second)
-60D has more options, and is faster than the T3i (5.3 frames per second)
-7D is much faster at processing and focussing camera for those who want specific photo options available to them. (8 frames per second)
Switch the focus mode
May 25, 2011
Switch the live view focus to quick mode. It will flip the mirror back down and use the phase array, and then flick the mirror back up. Much faster.
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This external flash features a low recycle time, full 180° swivel in either direction and full flash control on the compatible EOS digital SLR camera's menu.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Average
By Semperfiusa from Texas
The tilt and swivel mechanism is super tight. Feel like you may break it to turn it. I have a Canon 7D and this flash can't come close to keeping up when camera is in burst mode.
Mine is fine
August 13, 2011
Are you pressing the release button before trying to move it? Also I am not sure there is a hotshoe flash on the planet that can maintain 8 FPS. The full speed burst rate of the 7D is not designed for use with flash.
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This external flash features a low recycle time, full 180° swivel in either direction and full flash control on the compatible EOS digital SLR camera's menu.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
A must for your dSLR
By Keyan
A hotshoe flash is a must for a dSLR camera to get the best pictures, especially if you are going to do any kind of indoor photography or long distance shots outside. I find this one to be the best one for my 60D. It is not as large as the 580, and since the 60D can be a wireless flash controller I don't need the 580 to be a command unit for that either. The construction is rugged and the case is nice ballistic nylon and fits it well.
These flashes are very advanced and can even receive zoom data from your lens to adjust the power and focus of the flash appropriately. Additionally, it has a red AF assist light that puts out a grid on your subject allowing the AF system in the camera to have an ideal pattern to use for focusing. This is vastly improved over the strobe effect the pop-up flash will use for AF assist. It is also fully articulated and can be fired in just about any direction allowing for some really neat bounce flash effects. Additionally, it can be used wirelessly to provide off-camera flash and even comes with a stand (that slips into its own pocket in the case!) for this purpose. Some Canon cameras can act as a controller without a master unit, while others will require either a 580 or the hotshoe wireless master unit for this ability.
Recycle time is very, very fast, able to fire several times a second with no noticeable whine as the capacitors charge up. I would suggest some high discharge rate (not the same as mAH capacity) NiMH batteries to feed this flash unit as quickly as possible so it is always ready.
Overall, this is a must have if you are serious about taking indoor and flash photography to the next level to with your dSLR.
Yes
August 13, 2011
I have used it with the wireless controller built into the 60D. It works very well indoors, outside you need to have it on a line of sight with the camera for it to work well. Since I use it almost entirely inside that isn't much of a concern for me.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Digital Camera mirrors the SLR of Old
By kamuizot from North Carolina
I've used Canon cameras for a long time. 10 years ago I bought a Sony Digital and haven't used film ever since. That Sony has served me well, but when it came time to upgrade to the Digital SLR I found comfort in the fact that the new cameras used the basic layout of the old film cameras. With this camera I know where to look for things like Shutter speed and F-stop adjustments. I know where the focal sensors are and how to adjust them as well even though I just bought this camera. I did not find this true when I experimented with a friends new Nikon digital SLR. This isn't a negative reflection on Nikon, I simply know Canon cameras better and I'm glad to see that Canon kept the basic layout no matter how much more complex these cameras have become.
This camera is obviously more complex than the old film cameras. I've been trying to get comfortable with all the bells and whistles this camera will do. However, the basic shooting and adjusting needed to take good pictures is easy to find and I love how easily I can shoot, adjust, shoot and adjust.
I don't like the software that comes with this camera. It isn't at all easy to use. The raw files, CR2, is also something of a pain. I can only open them with the Canon software and they are really big files to keep if I am rarely going to use them.
I love the flip out screen, but I worry that I'm going to break it off in a moment of distraction.
RAW isn't that hard..
November 21, 2011
There are lots of software options that can read RAW files, even windows can download a codec so you can preview them just like any other jpeg. All products from Adobe (Photoshop Elements, Lightroom, CS5, etc) can handle the RAW files with ease.
They aren't designed to be small, they are the completely uncompressed image directly from the Camera's sensor. JPEG images lose some of the picture data as part of the compression, RAW files don't.
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Use your touch-screen tablet or phone without scratching its surface with this stylus that features a replaceable rubber tip for durability and an ergonomic design that allows comfortable use.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
The Best
By Keyan
This is a great stylus. Replaceable tips and removable clip. Glides very fluidly over the iPad 2 surface and the "point" is exactly where you would expect it to be. It also has a smaller tip than most others, which helps it feel more like a pen instead of writing with an eraser. This is just what I was looking for to make freehand notes and diagrams.
Superficially, the styling is very clean and matches the iPad perfectly.
Nibs are available
January 16, 2012
It took me literally 2 minutes on Wacom's website to find a 3 pack of replacement nibs for five bucks. Just go to their web page, click on store, and then on Bamboo for iPad, and the link complete with a picture of the nibs is on the right side. Can't miss it.
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Capture quality vlogs with this black GoPro HERO10 camera. The removable rechargeable 1720 mAh battery offers long shooting periods, while the rugged, waterproof design allows flexible use on different terrains. This GoPro HERO10 camera features a 1.4-inch screen for framing shots seamlessly, and the 23MP sensor captures 5.3K videos effortlessly.
 

Does it use the same size batteries as prior version?

Yes, same size as the Hero 9.
2 years, 5 months ago
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
 

May I know this model come with ryzen 7 and RTX 3060? or GTX 1660ti? thx

This model has a Ryzen 9 and an RTX 3070 Max-Q
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
 

The spec list says 2*2.5W speakers. It should be 4 speakers and 2 tweeters according to the asus website???? Does this have the 90 Whr battery?

I wouldn't fully trust the best buy spec sheet. Yes, it has the 90 Whr battery. On the silent performance setting, it can get about 10 hours of run time.
3 years, 1 month ago
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Keyan
 
ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
 

Does the lid have some color inside some of the dots? I know this one doesn't have an animated lid, but several pictures show the lid with streaks of colors in it, but the one I have seen in person appeared to be solid grey (with no color in the dots).

There is a holographic film under most of the dots. When the light catches it just right, you'll see a pop of rainbow color peek through. It's pretty cool.
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If esports is everything, give it your all with the Razer BlackShark V2. Introducing a triple threat of amazing audio, superior mic clarity and supreme sound isolation. Fitted with titanium-coated drivers, a USB sound card, softer ear cushions and THX Spatial Audio, your time to turn pro is now.
 

Can I use this headset with my Macintosh computer and my Android phone?

You can use this with any device with a standard 3.5mm headphone jack, or an adapter that has that type of jack on it.
3 years, 7 months ago
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All the Power You Expect, without the Cord. Go where ambition takes you with the Cordless Hand Mixer from KitchenAid. Designed with a powerful rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery, the new cordless hand mixer delivers optimal run time and performance, so you can cook wherever*, whatever, and however you choose. Make up to 200 cookies on a full charge.***Indoor use only. **Based on 4 batches of chocolate chip cookies.
 

Does this have metal gears?

I would say no. The attachment points to the paddles are plastic at any rate, and that is likely to be the area of the most wear.
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Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
 

Does this device scan aswell as print.

Yes.
4 years, 1 month ago
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Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
 

Does this printer support 5ghz wifi systems?

Yes, it supports 2.4 and 5ghz.
4 years, 1 month ago
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Keyan
 
Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
 

Does this printer have Air Print feature

Yes
4 years, 1 month ago
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Keyan
 
Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
 

Does this printer use Canon cartridges 220 and 221?

No it uses 280 and 281
4 years, 1 month ago
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