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The TUF Gaming VG279Q3A 27" IPS Gaming Monitor with IPS panel and 1 ms MPRT response time combined with AMD FreeSync Premium support, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, Full HD resolution monitor is designed to deliver sharp graphics during high-action sequences.
Customer Rating
4
Sharp looking, high performing, only tilt adjust
on March 29, 2024
Posted by: Mike
This is a great looking monitor with accurate color reproduction and a very fast panel! The 180Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time come together to give you an excellent monitor for FPS games and other e-sports! The styling is pretty subtle on the front, with slim bezels and a stable stand, the rear gets a little more "gamer-y" but still looks pretty sharp. The rear is also where you find the controls for the monitor, opening up all of the image and game controls. There's a lot of different controls to get into, as well!
The game specific ones are:
-FPS Counter
-Crosshair
-Timer
-Stopwatch
-Display Alignment
The game specific ones are:
-FPS Counter
-Crosshair
-Timer
-Stopwatch
-Display Alignment
These offer a great assortment of tools to help you game and track your system's performance! The creative ability with 99% sRGB color coverage is great and allows you to be able to edit video and photos with a good amount of accuracy, by no means a professional monitor, but this is a great option for a do-it-all screen! There's even a set of speakers built-in! They're okay, good enough to get you by when not wearing a headset or even for daily video consumption, but you're not going to use them for situations where audio is critical.
Overall, this is a great monitor and a good value! I can only imagine ASUS will run this thing on sale at some point and make it an even better all around value! The only reason I took a star off is the stand is very limited in adjustability and you'll either want to get a monitor riser or arm to better be able to adjust to your height and angle needs, but this would be easy as there is a VESA100 compatible mount holes on the back.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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27" FHD 3-Side Borderless IPS Monitor with FreeSync
Customer Rating
5
Excellent budget choice!
on January 8, 2024
Posted by: Mike
The LG 3-sidde borderless 1080P 100Hz monitor is a fantastic option in the 27" size for anyone who is looking for a great multipurpose monitor at an excellent price! The ability to run this monitor at 100Hz provides clear action if you're into faster paced games and watching sports! The colors are pretty accurate, more than accurate enough for a hobbyist photographer or videographer to make your family photos and videos look great! Setting up the monitor is so easy, my significant other's 69 year-old father was able to get the monitor up and running in minutes without looking at the instructions or help from myself or others! It's almost the level of "so easy a caveman could do it," but also looks amazing! The only thing that would've matched the Mac Mini it's connected to would be if it came in the same silver color, but we can make the Mini look like the monitor. The ease of use this monitor provides while also showing excellent colors and motion is incredible!
I would highly recommend this LG 27" IPS 100Hz monitor to anyone looking for a simple, do it all, budget friendly monitor to use for daily tasks, some faster gaming, and light photo/video work.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Conversation Clear Plus from Sennheiser lets you live life fully with effortlessly clear communication. With these stylish True Wireless earbuds, you can easily follow every conversation. Whether you are in a crowded environment like a restaurant or office, making a phone call, or want to boost speech clarity when streaming content, Conversation Clear Plus keeps your world of sound in focus. Conversation Clear Plus ensures the clearest speech in every environment thanks to powerful Speech Enhancement functions and Automatic Scene Detection. Active Noise Cancellation works dynamically to block distracting noise so you can still focus on conversations when background noise levels increase. Ambient Awareness keeps you in touch with your surroundings. With a dedicated companion app, it’s easy to set up, control and personalize the listening experience. Bluetooth connectivity seamlessly connects to phones, tablets and computers, and three sound modes (Communicate, Relax, Stream) provide enhancements tailored to these listening scenarios. The Optimized Media Streaming feature automatically applies the best enhancements and amplification for speech, music or movies. An advanced ergonomic design provides outstanding comfort for any activity. With up to 27 hours of operation from on-the-go charging with the case, the Conversation Clear Plus is ready whenever you need it.
Customer Rating
4
Compact, great battery, can be quiet
on December 31, 2023
Posted by: Mike
The Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus true wireless hearing aids are very compact and easy to setup, with a very straightforward app pairing process. The design doesn't immediately scream "these are hearing aids," instead Sennheiser opts for a subtle earbud look with the microphone pickups located around the earbud. The setup process guides you through how to get the most secure fit for your ear shape to ensure a comfortable fit, as well as giving you the suggestion to go through a quick hearing quiz. This will allow you to get the best type of hearing assistance for your type of hearing loss, with also having the ability to adjust the world and streaming volume manually through the physical buttons located on each of the earbuds. Going through the setup process will set you up for success in using the combinations of buttons and app functions to get the most out of these hearing aids.
My biggest gripe, and reason for a star being removed, is they tend to be quieter than other hearing aids or even some regular earbuds ambient modes. This "quietness" has led to others not being able to hear me speak since I think I'm talking a normal volume, but am actually not. This has been fixed a little with a recent firmware update, so I keep using them for runs and bike rides, this is where they truly excel! The case and buds being small and lightweight, with awesome battery life for the buds and case, really help with using them during sports, since you can keep them with you when you want to listen to music AND hear the world around you better! The noise cancellation is really good and the music audio quality is phenomenal! If only they would pick up the speaker's (mine or yours) voice better to help with volume control.
Overall, I'd still recommend them for someone who likes to run, bike, or walk with music going.
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Osmo Pocket 3 features a powerful 1-inch CMOS sensor that puts detail-rich imaging right in the palm of your hand. With a 2-inch rotatable touchscreen and full-pixel fast focusing, go horizontal or vertical for more precise awareness and control. 4K/120fps, three-axis mechanical stabilization, and a host of intelligent features make Pocket 3 ready for any moving moment.
Customer Rating
5
This thing does it all and does it very well!
on December 15, 2023
Posted by: Mike
If you’re looking for a “do-it-all and does it very well” camera that also has exceptional stability, the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is that camera! Even better is the creator combo that comes with everything you need to get started to create high quality content at home or on the go. The price increase seems steep at first, but when you factor in the battery handle and included wireless microphone, it’s quite the deal! For an easily pocketable vlogging camera, this is going head-to-head with the Sony ZV-1 (original and Mk II) and Canon G7 X Mk III, as well as action cameras like the GoPro Hero 12 Black Creator Edition and the Insta360 Go 3. The biggest differentiator for the Pocket 3 is the mechanical gimbal for exceptional stabilization while on the go, running, or even just tracking you while it remains stationary! The only real drawback is that it is not water resistant, like the previously mentioned action cameras are, but neither are most other vlogging cameras and definitely not with this level of image stabilization.
Setting up the camera was pretty easy, unbox it, turn it on by flipping the screen, and either continuing through setup via the DJI Memo app or clicking through the prompt and using one of your 5 “skips” to start using the camera right away. The limited number of skips to bypass setting up through the app is weird and I didn’t like that it’s forced on you, especially since the QR code that was on my set of instructions led me to download the DJI Store app, frustratingly, which does NOT let you set up the camera. I instead had to turn to a Google search to find which app was the correct one and why I couldn’t connect through the one the instructions asked me to. After I had the DJI Memo app, setup was a breeze!
For clarity… download the DJI Memo app, NOT the DJI Store app, to setup the camera. The Store app is still useful, but not nearly as useful as the Memo app!
Performance and use of the Pocket 3 is exceptional! I found myself playing around with the different functions the gimbal offers right off the bat, even before I found the correct app for setup. It’s so easy to use and the touch controls are incredibly intuitive. Being able to record in both traditional 16:9 widescreen AND 9:16 vertical makes creating content for different platforms amazingly easy! I am finding it hard to not make videos for Instagram or TikTok with how easy vertical videos are to make on this, all I need now is talent! My first out of the house test was taking the Pocket 3 on a walk with my dog, a challenge for any camera’s stability… it passed with flying colors! Even when one of her friends popped out from around a corner and we were wiggling all over, the gimbal kept the video clear and smooth! I also took the Pocket 3 with me for the Appleton Turkey Trot 5-Mile run, keeping the camera in, well, my pocket. Since the name is the Pocket 3, I put it in the third pocket of my Under Armor fleece joggers. It fit like the pocket and the Pocket 3 were made for each other, keeping the camera snuggly safe and ready for when I went to grab it and record. Speaking of recording, for quick use on the go for vlogging, do yourself a favor and turn on “flip to record,” it is an incredible feature doing exactly what the name would imply! The Pocket 3 performed exceptionally well, more than I can say about my running! Stunning image quality, excellent sound from the Mic2, the Mic2 even took a spill down a hill and survived with not even a scratch! A+ performance for the camera and microphone!
Overall, I would highly recommend this to all those content creators out there who are looking for an exceptional camera system for vlogging and action shots without the need for something as “durable” as a true action camera (don’t strap it to your surfboard!), but also want the entire kit to get started! The Creator Combo is definitely the way to go, including everything you need to get started but a microSD card (conveniently sold next to where the camera is). This is an amazing piece of kit and an already heavily used camera in my gear collection!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make sure that your accessories can keep up with your busy lifestyle. The Insignia NS-AWB45BNYG Braided Nylon Band for Apple Watch 42mm, 44mm, 45mm and Apple Watch Ultra 49mm (All Series) delivers the unmatched comfort of soft, braided nylon. It adjusts by way of a stretchy 1-piece construction with clasp, ensuring a comfortable fit regardless of your wrist size. A simple loop closure keeps your watch snugly on your wrist. Take on the challenges of everyday life by upgrading your watch band today.
Customer Rating
5
Soft and comfortable!
on December 5, 2023
Posted by: Mike
This is the second Insignia braided band that I have used and I swear they just keep getting more comfortable! This green very OD/light forest green looking but hides dirt, grime, and sweat extremely well and is very easily washable. The bad is easy to adjust to your wrist and has some flex to be able to get around your hand and onto your wrist, once it's on and well adjusted, your watch is very securely attached! There is absolutely no worry about your watch sliding off or the band coming unclasped (because there is no clasp), it is comfortably safe on your wrist and fully worry free! The variety of colors is nice, but I really was drawn to this green after my last one, that was a sandstone/light tan color, started to look pretty gnarly after a few months of running and training. Now that I have this one, I was able to run the old one through the wash and it also came out very nicely!
I would definitely recommend this wristband to anyone looking to spruce up their Apple Watch, and who isn't a snob about the band not being an Apple branded one. These things are seriously comfortable!
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Video Doorbell is your front line of defense. Protect your front door with crystal-clear 2K resolution and zoom in without losing clarity. When motion is detected, you will receive notifications and be able to stream live video from your smart device. With 2-Way Audio, you can speak to visitors right from your phone or use pre-recorded quick reply messages. To ward off intruders, you can trigger the Integrated Siren automatically or manually from the Arlo Secure App. Night Vision lets you see who’s at the door during the day or even in low light. Designed with an optimized viewing angle, you can see a person from head to toe or a package on the ground. An Arlo Secure plan trial is included. After trial, a paid plan is required to keep premium features like 30-day video cloud storage, People, Package, Vehicle Detection, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.¹
Customer Rating
5
Easy setup, great video quality!
on November 30, 2023
Posted by: Mike
If you're looking for a smart video doorbell outside of Ring or Nest, Arlo is the best choice! The second generation Arlo Smart Wi-Fi Video Doorbell is a great looking, excellently functioning, and easy to setup doorbell that also works with Google Assistant/Home, Alexa, and IFTTT. This means you're not locked into just one assistant or or forcing you to go from one assistant to another assistant to be able to run the camera and system on and with your smart home system. The flexibility that Arlo offers makes for a smooth experience and a great connection to your other smart home devices! The picture quality is great and the doorbell button is very easy to find on the device while giving you a clean and modern looking device.
My favorite part of the Arlo Video Doorbell is that it has a rechargeable battery built in that you charge through USB-C AND it has electrical contacts built into the device and the mounting plate to work with existing doorbell wiring for power! This isn't required to be used but provides an seamless experience when replacing an older doorbell and the battery can backup your doorbell and it's camera in the case of a power outage!
I would definitely recommend this if you're looking for either a standalone doorbell with an easy to use app or looking to integrate it into your smart home!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing the Snaptain E20 2.7K QHD Camera Drone, a groundbreaking addition to the world of drones. Experience the future of aerial photography with its effortless and intelligent operation, featuring one-click take-off and one-click landing capabilities. With the E20, you'll unlock new horizons and capture stunning moments with its smooth FPV images. Elevate your drone flying experience with Snaptain's E20 – where simplicity meets innovation.
Customer Rating
3
Fun to fly, good video quality, tough, spotty app
on November 2, 2023
Posted by: Mike
I have been wanting a new video drone for a while, so I was extremely excited to try out the Snaptain E20! I was really surprised when I opened the box to find that it came with (and inside) a specially made carrying case that contained the drone, the remote control, rotor bumpers, spare rotor blades, a carrying strap, charger and TWO lithium batteries! The drone comes fully assembled and ready to fly, with a lot of warnings to read the manual, look through the app, and verify you can fly the thing where you'd like to fly it (including urging you in the quick start and full instructions to download the B4UFLY app). The setup was easy and straightforward, the camera even does this nod to you to indicate the drone's ready to fly! The app is the only really shortfall of this setup, and the biggest reason I can only give it 3/5. The connection is very intermittent, video quality is all over the place and vastly different from the crystal clear video stored to the SD card, like completely different colors! I feel like the connection system could be tweaked in a different way or maybe offer a hard connection between the phone and the controller. I am hopeful that continued updates will improve the app, because when the app works, it works great. With tons of features, controls, settings, and you can use your phone as a controller! You can fly without the app, but that severely limits your ability to direct the camera at what you're trying to record. That said, if you are able to fly in a place with almost no wireless signals (a state park, if you can get permission), most of the interference and issues with the app go away, most, not all, and this was way up in the Wisconsin Northwoods where cellphone signal is offered by 1 carrier and still not good. The battery life is kind of what you'd expect from this price point, I believe they claim 18 minutes, I was somehow able to get closer to 30 on a few flights out in the sticks (absolutely unsure how) but most in the city have been closer to 15 minutes. Battery changes AND charging is super easy, changing a battery is just popping out the old and sliding in the new one. Charging is done with USB-C, which is extremely helpful as I was able to charge from my car! Charging time is still on the longer end of 4 hours, though.
Overall, this is still a great drone for the price! I'd still recommend it for someone who is just getting into drone video and photography because there are a few fewer tears after crashing a $200 drone vs a $1000 drone. It's still exciting to fly, produces great video and photos saved to the microSD card, and it is tough! This thing can take a good beating before one of the rotor blade will break, nothing else has broken on mine, just two rotors after accidentally hitting a tree (the tree was unharmed). For me, I will likely keep using the E20 because it is tiny and works well enough for line of sight until I can justify splurging for a DJI or other more expensive drone.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Whether you’re calling loved ones, texting friends or ordering takeout food online, your phone is vital to your lifestyle. It’s important to keep it charged and ready to go at a moment’s notice. The Insignia NS-MC5CC10W24 10' USB-C to USB-C Charge-and-Sync Cable with Braided Jacket is more than up to the task. It’ll not only help charge your smartphone or tablet, but also let you transfer files and sync your device with a quick data transfer speed of up to 480 Mbps. Its 10 ft. length gives you flexible placement options so you can place your phone wherever you need to. A white color keeps the cable looking stylish while a braided jacket adds protection and durability. Trust this USB-C cable to help keep you ready for the challenges of everyday life.
Customer Rating
5
Great value and durable!
on October 30, 2023
Posted by: Mike
The Insignia USB-C to USB-C Charge and Sync braided cable is an excellent value for those who are looking for something that is primarily for charging, but can also handle USB 2.0 transfer speeds. The braided outer casing is very tough and is substantially thicker than many other cables at this price! The plug heads are also quite durable but maintain the flexibility you want for resting your phone on you chest or stomach while scrolling the latest on Instagram or TikTok. The white color seems to fend off stains, dirt, and food spills that might stick to white cables, but I still wouldn't recommend dipping it in marinara sauce and not wiping it clean right away... speaking from experience. The packaging is very clear about what the cable is capable of; with the speed, length, and power capabilities prominently displayed on the front of the box and in multiple locations, including on the cable itself! The cable labeling is only for the charging max power, but that's probably the most important spec to have available on the cable itself. The 60-watts max is also perfectly suitable for most thin and light laptops, tablets, phones, and other small devices, as long as the charging brick is alsl capable of at least 60-watts, this cable works perfectly!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Detect Pro robot vacuum is powered by 3 deep-cleaning technologies that enable the robot to maximize performance by sensing mess level, floor type, and edges & corners. DirtDetect sees even the hidden debris and automatically increases suction and cleaning passes to remove the mess on carpets and hardfloors. Now with NeverStuck technology, this robot will navigate around obstacles AND lift itself up and over thresholds and onto thick carpets. Not only can the robot deep clean, but you also do not have to worry about it getting stuck. Detect Pro finishes the cleaning mission every time and with each clean will empty itself into its bagless base that contains a HEPA Anti-Allergen Seal trapping dust & allergens inside. The odor neutralizer technology will also ensure the odor is trapped in the base for a fresher smelling home and making it the ultimate end to end solution for pet hair pick up.
Customer Rating
5
Bribe the dog to love this thing, it's worth it!
on October 20, 2023
Posted by: Mike
I used to have a robot vacuum for years we called SAM that we would use regularly when going out of town, after picking all the things off the ground first and making sure no rugs were bunched up, and it was an amazing feeling to come home to those fresh vacuum lines all over the floor. Unless it got stuck on something. Then it was just frustrating knowing that you had to find where it lifted its backside and died, carry it back to the charger, and hope it works better next time. We ultimately put the old one in our storage locker because we adopted a house hippo (dog) and she was petrified of the sentient vacuum that would come for her when she or a toy would bump into it! One of the two had to go away, it was obviously our beloved SAM the vacuum. Then I decided to give it another try with a Shark "NeverStuck," and see if that was true...
This thing is absolutely AMAZING! The setup was incredibly easy, you don't even have to check for the instructions (QR code to the app, even easier, still don't know if the printed manual is in the box)! After downloading the app, it walks you through a simple setup process of the actual vacuum and dock, then to the account creation. You'll be asked to name your robot; you can choose from a long list of preselected names or choose your own. We went with "Meryl Sweep" because much like its namesake's character in "The Devil Wears Prada," Meryl Sweep is confident, effective, slightly feared (by our dog), and 'speaks' quietly so YOU must pay attention to hear them! The Detect Pro also looks sharp and demands attention with its sleek design! The self-emptying part is nice, not really "self-emptying" because you do have a dustbin to empty, but it is much larger than other robot vacuums, almost the same size as a lot of stick vacuums! The emptying process between Meryl and the base is quite loud, you will know when the vacuum is docked and emptying its bin if you're in the room. We've been trying to get this thing stuck, too. We don't pick up charging cords, dog toys are left where they were, blankets draped off the couch onto the floor, loose bunched up rugs of different heights, even intentional blockades under the couch! Nothing! It just keeps going! I'm sure it has something to do with the initial mapping of the floor, but even with that, it's going places it completely missed or were covered during the initial mapping! Overall, though, a solid investment to keep our main level cleanly vacuumed! I'd recommend it if you're willing to splurge a bit, though the price is still a good value for everything it does.
P.S. Remember to bribe to dog to become friends with it, we covered ours in treats, gradually having it do more of its normal movements and cleaning tasks while covered in treats. After about two weeks, our pup is looking forward to the stationary treats while Meryl is at its base, still not a fan of the vacuuming, but mostly leaves it alone.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Look, sound, and meet better with Brio 100—a simple and affordable webcam that lets you show your best self in video calls. Full HD 1080p resolution and auto-light balance bring clarity and brightness to your calls, so you look your best. Sound better with a built-in microphone, and get total privacy with an integrated shutter.
Customer Rating
4
Good picture, simple to use, privacy shutter!
on October 20, 2023
Posted by: Mike
I have been using the Logitech Brio 100 webcam for the past few weeks and I have to say it is a fantastic little webcam! The setup couldn't be any easier, you take it out of the box, connect it to your computer's USB, jump into a meeting, slide the privacy shutter to uncover the lens, and you're set! The built-in stand is perfect for clamping to the top of your monitor and there's a little room for adjustments up and down. The lens has fixed focus, so you'll be clear in the frame if you don't stand too far away, but I used this in our conference room a few times and even those at the other end of the 15-foot table were still clear.
The Brio 100 is not without faults, though. The cable is about 3ft long, long enough for laptops under monitors but can come up a little short in larger or more spread-out workspaces. The clamp mount works great on top of a monitor with slightly larger bezels, but is attached at the middle of the mount, so it tends to block a small portion of the top of the screen (see picture with 2 other webcams). Speaking of the mount, it does not have a 1/4-inch mount on the bottom, so using it with ring lights, mounts, or tripods is difficult (we used gaffer's tape, worked fine). The final negative is the software... it is recognized by LogiTune, but there are few adjustments and nothing you can change with the zoom or position of the camera in the software, a feature I use all the time with my Logitech C920e.
Overall, this is still a great webcam, especially for the price! The software issue could easily be fixed in an update and the mounting woes can be solved with a little tape and some creativity (we accountants are known for that lol). I would still recommend this for the office worker or student who is looking for a reasonably priced webcam that is better than most laptop webcams and can be positioned high enough to avoid multiple chins on Teams call!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
Is the motherboard inverted??
Yes and no, the RAM and SSD are on the bottom, easily accessible, and the CPU & GPU are mounted on top/ facing the keyboard. There is a healthy amount of venting above the CPU & GPU as well as vapor chambers to assist with cooling, but to get to them you would have to remove the motherboard. You can see the backplates for the CPU & GPU just below the white cover over the cooling.
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The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
Is the m.2 1tb pci-e ssd drive a gen 3 or gen 4?
Hey packersfan036, I am also a Packers fan! From my research, SSD 1 (populated with the 1TB gen 3 SSD from the factory) is gen 4 and SSD 2 (empty from the factory) is only gen 3. Should be able to swap the bay and use a gen 4 on SSD 1. I have not tested this myself as I do not have a gen 4 SSD yet, but Mash IT on YouTube did and it worked well.
2 years, 6 months ago
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Life Dot 2 XR is optimized for noise cancelling— changing its settings depending on your surroundings. On top of this it delivers thumping beats, clear calls, and a 35-hour playtime. Using the Soundcore app, you can customize your touch controls and sound profile to perfectly fit the way you listen.
What is the IP rating for water resistance?
These are IPX5 rated, not for swimming but will easily handle sweat and light rainfall.
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The Brydge 12.3 Pro+ wireless keyboard with touchpad matches the quality and functionality of the Surface Pro 4,5,6, and 7 seamlessly. Designed to meet the standards set by Microsoft, the Brydge 12.3 Pro+ features a precision touchpad, adjustable viewing angles and 3-level backlit keys, bringing a laptop-like experience to your Surface Pro.
Does the laptop have a front camera and is it also the laptop with the key board?
This is not a laptop, it is an accessory for the Microsoft Surface Pro (4 through 7) Windows tablet PCs. The keyboard base does allow for full use of the Surface Pro's front and rear camera. You would have to also have the separately sold Microsoft Surface Pro to fully use the Brydge Pro+.
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Wemo WiFi Smart Outdoor Plug gives you total smart control over your lights, holiday decorations and other outdoor devices. Featuring two splash-proof and weather-resistant outlets, you can set schedules and control two devices together from anywhere by using the app or your voice with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, or Hey Google.* It’s perfect for the patio, yard or other spaces where you’d like to manage electric outlets. You can also use Away Mode to randomly turn porch or landscape lights on and off when you’re not home. Sync lights connected to the Smart Outdoor Plug with the sunset and you’ll walk out to a backyard that’s ready for evening activities.
Does this Wemo WiFi smart plug-outdoor, connect to a mesh WiFi system. I have some Wemo smart mini plugs thatonly connect to 2 ghz routers. The Mesh system I have doesn’t distinguish between 2 and 5 ghz bands, so the Wemo mini plugs do not connect my wifi
Seems very strange that you're having issues with connecting to the 2.4 GHz band, the plug should only see the band it can use and connect. I am running a Linksys MX10 Velop mesh router system and have had no problems connecting this or my other Wemo plug (Wemo Insight). It might be a good idea to try WPS to connect to the plugs or reach out directly to Belkin/Wemo for further assistance, they're great help if issues arise! After its set up to your network, it is incredibly easy to use!
3 years, 5 months ago
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Wemo WiFi Smart Outdoor Plug gives you total smart control over your lights, holiday decorations and other outdoor devices. Featuring two splash-proof and weather-resistant outlets, you can set schedules and control two devices together from anywhere by using the app or your voice with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, or Hey Google.* It’s perfect for the patio, yard or other spaces where you’d like to manage electric outlets. You can also use Away Mode to randomly turn porch or landscape lights on and off when you’re not home. Sync lights connected to the Smart Outdoor Plug with the sunset and you’ll walk out to a backyard that’s ready for evening activities.
I actually have 3 questions. Is this device gfi protected? Can I control each outlet separately? I’ve yet to see a straight answer on that question What are the current and temperature ratings for the device?
It is not independently GFI protected, but most/all outdoor outlets that it would plug into are required to be. Both outlets are controlled as one, i.e. if you turn off the outlet, they both turn off. For the current and temperature, it claims 32-104 Fahrenheit, but mine worked great yesterday and today with temperatures below 32 degrees (29 with a light drizzle and 24 with snow/sleet/rain, respectively) and has continued to worked fine.
3 years, 5 months ago
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Mike
Surface Duo adapts to you. Two ultra-thin, high-resolution touchscreens unfold to open new possibilities on a mobile device. Designed to help you be productive, Surface Duo features multiple modes, the best of Microsoft 365 mobile experiences, every Android™ app in the Google Play store, and new dual-screen enhanced apps.* Now you can view two apps at once or span one across both screens, drag and drop between screens, and make phone calls. Say goodbye to constant app switching. ¹Requires the Your Phone app, a Windows 10 PC with the latest Windows updates, and download of the Windows 10 app from the Windows store. ²Excluding Surface Duo Bumper. ³Local Video Playback: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. Testing consisted of full battery discharge during local video playback on a single screen. Video playback consisted of a repeated 30-minute .mp4 file in 1080p at 24 fps. All settings were default except: LTE and Wi-Fi were both associated with a network with ‘ask to join’ disabled and Adaptive Brightness was disabled, screen was set to 100 nits. Battery life varies significantly with network and feature configuration, signal strength, settings, usage, and other factors. Battery has limited recharge cycles and cannot be replaced. ⁴Standby Time: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 in an AT&T Validated Lab using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. Testing conducted in accordance with AT&T requirements and test specifications. All settings were default, and network settings were: connected to LTE, and Wi-Fi was enabled but not connected. Battery life varies significantly with network and feature configuration, signal strength, settings, usage and other factors. ⁵Talk Time: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 in an AT&T Validated Lab using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. All settings were default, and network settings were: connected to LTE, and Wi-Fi was enabled but not connected. ⁶Specified minimum dual battery capacity is 3462mAh. ⁷Network availability and coverage vary by carrier. See your carrier for details. ⁸Use of eSIM requires a wireless service plan (which may include restrictions on switching service providers and roaming, even after contract expiration). Not all carriers support eSIM. AT&T locked devices will not support eSIM. Use of eSIM in Surface Duo may be disabled when purchased from some carriers. See your carrier for details. ⁹System software uses significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software updates and apps usage. 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. Some apps and features may require a wireless plan, additional subscriptions, or fees. ¹¹Video playback formats will require 3rd party apps from the Google Play Store; fees may apply. ¹²Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.
Will the Surface Duo allow you to do Hotspot from the device? Is this capable of wifi calling?
Surface Duo adapts to you. Two ultra-thin, high-resolution touchscreens unfold to open new possibilities on a mobile device. Designed to help you be productive, Surface Duo features multiple modes, the best of Microsoft 365 mobile experiences, every Android™ app in the Google Play store, and new dual-screen enhanced apps.* Now you can view two apps at once or span one across both screens, drag and drop between screens, and make phone calls. Say goodbye to constant app switching. ¹Requires the Your Phone app, a Windows 10 PC with the latest Windows updates, and download of the Windows 10 app from the Windows store. ²Excluding Surface Duo Bumper. ³Local Video Playback: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. Testing consisted of full battery discharge during local video playback on a single screen. Video playback consisted of a repeated 30-minute .mp4 file in 1080p at 24 fps. All settings were default except: LTE and Wi-Fi were both associated with a network with ‘ask to join’ disabled and Adaptive Brightness was disabled, screen was set to 100 nits. Battery life varies significantly with network and feature configuration, signal strength, settings, usage, and other factors. Battery has limited recharge cycles and cannot be replaced. ⁴Standby Time: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 in an AT&T Validated Lab using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. Testing conducted in accordance with AT&T requirements and test specifications. All settings were default, and network settings were: connected to LTE, and Wi-Fi was enabled but not connected. Battery life varies significantly with network and feature configuration, signal strength, settings, usage and other factors. ⁵Talk Time: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 in an AT&T Validated Lab using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. All settings were default, and network settings were: connected to LTE, and Wi-Fi was enabled but not connected. ⁶Specified minimum dual battery capacity is 3462mAh. ⁷Network availability and coverage vary by carrier. See your carrier for details. ⁸Use of eSIM requires a wireless service plan (which may include restrictions on switching service providers and roaming, even after contract expiration). Not all carriers support eSIM. AT&T locked devices will not support eSIM. Use of eSIM in Surface Duo may be disabled when purchased from some carriers. See your carrier for details. ⁹System software uses significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software updates and apps usage. 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. Some apps and features may require a wireless plan, additional subscriptions, or fees. ¹¹Video playback formats will require 3rd party apps from the Google Play Store; fees may apply. ¹²Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.
Is it possible to use a different keyboard for a specific language? Spanish? Portuguese?
You are able to change the default language and add multiple additional languages for the keyboard through the "Language" settings. These are accessible through the phone Settings or directly through the keyboard! It is very easy to accomplish!
3 years, 7 months ago
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Mike
Surface Duo adapts to you. Two ultra-thin, high-resolution touchscreens unfold to open new possibilities on a mobile device. Designed to help you be productive, Surface Duo features multiple modes, the best of Microsoft 365 mobile experiences, every Android™ app in the Google Play store, and new dual-screen enhanced apps.* Now you can view two apps at once or span one across both screens, drag and drop between screens, and make phone calls. Say goodbye to constant app switching. ¹Requires the Your Phone app, a Windows 10 PC with the latest Windows updates, and download of the Windows 10 app from the Windows store. ²Excluding Surface Duo Bumper. ³Local Video Playback: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. Testing consisted of full battery discharge during local video playback on a single screen. Video playback consisted of a repeated 30-minute .mp4 file in 1080p at 24 fps. All settings were default except: LTE and Wi-Fi were both associated with a network with ‘ask to join’ disabled and Adaptive Brightness was disabled, screen was set to 100 nits. Battery life varies significantly with network and feature configuration, signal strength, settings, usage, and other factors. Battery has limited recharge cycles and cannot be replaced. ⁴Standby Time: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 in an AT&T Validated Lab using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. Testing conducted in accordance with AT&T requirements and test specifications. All settings were default, and network settings were: connected to LTE, and Wi-Fi was enabled but not connected. Battery life varies significantly with network and feature configuration, signal strength, settings, usage and other factors. ⁵Talk Time: Testing conducted by Microsoft in July 2020 in an AT&T Validated Lab using preproduction Surface Duo units and software. All settings were default, and network settings were: connected to LTE, and Wi-Fi was enabled but not connected. ⁶Specified minimum dual battery capacity is 3462mAh. ⁷Network availability and coverage vary by carrier. See your carrier for details. ⁸Use of eSIM requires a wireless service plan (which may include restrictions on switching service providers and roaming, even after contract expiration). Not all carriers support eSIM. AT&T locked devices will not support eSIM. Use of eSIM in Surface Duo may be disabled when purchased from some carriers. See your carrier for details. ⁹System software uses significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software updates and apps usage. 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. Some apps and features may require a wireless plan, additional subscriptions, or fees. ¹¹Video playback formats will require 3rd party apps from the Google Play Store; fees may apply. ¹²Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.
Will unlock version work on sprint network
The unlocked version should work on Sprint/T-Mobile, I would consult with them on which company's SIM to use due to their merger. It will likely be a T-Mobile SIM, but they should be able to definitively answer that for you through Sprint/T-Mobile customer service and the new SIM, if needed. It's really an amazing device!
3 years, 7 months ago
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Mike
The Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System with Auto-iQ features a new modern design and more functionality than Ninja's original Professional Kitchen System.* Ninja Total Crushing Blades and Pro Extractor Blades Assembly give you perfectly crushed ice for your smoothies, frozen drinks, and nutrient extractions**. The 72 oz.† Total Crushing Pitcher is great for making large batches for the whole family with 1400 peak watts of professional power. Plus, its two 24 oz. single-serve cups with spout lids makes it easy to take delicious, nutrient-rich smoothies on the go. But don’t just stop at drinks—the 8-cup processor bowl provides precision processing for even chopping, smooth purees, and up to 2 lbs. of dough. Auto-iQ Technology provides preset programs that do the work for you, no guesswork required. *Versus BL770, based on the number of available blending programs **Extract a drink containing vitamins and nutrients from fruits and vegetables †64 oz. max liquid capacity
Will older model accessories from the BL685 model fit into this blender?
Should fit just fine! I have one of the older Ninja Blend IQ systems and the smaller and large blender containers fit just fine.
3 years, 11 months ago
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Mike