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Get the ultimate and most complete care with DiamondClean Smart. Eliminate guesswork with real time feedback and personalized coaching so you can improve your technique and achieve 100% confidence in your oral care. It's more than just a toothbrush - it's a complete oral care solution. Featuring Sonic technology, 5 brushing modes and smart brush head mode pairing technology, the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart Rechargeable toothbrush delivers superior plaque removal, gum health and whitening performance. Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart goes beyond traditional cleaning to deliver up to 10x more plaque removal, removes 100% more stains in just 3 days and improve Gum Health up to 7x in just 2 weeks . It also features a visual pressure sensor to alert you when you are brushing too hard. Customize your brushing experience using the 5 different modes and 3 intensity settings and know when to replace your brush head via a customized reminder. An elegant charging glass can be used for charging or rinsing your mouth after brushing. A USB charging travel is also included to charge your toothbrush on the go.
Customer Rating
5
The best clean outside going to the dentist!
on May 1, 2024
Posted by: Mike
I have been using the previous version of this toothbrush for seven years now and this updated model is even better!
First, the handle is very well constructed and looks fabulous.
Second, the included mouthwash/rinse/charging cup is a great addition to keep your handle charged and be able to always have a cup around for mouthwash and rinsing.
Third, the kit comes with everything you need to start off with the best dental hygiene purchase you'll make! It comes with a variety of brush heads, including Philips's new "all-in-one" brush head, a tongue scrubber head, and a charging travel case that is perfectly molded to the brush handle and carries two brush heads with the USB cable neatly stored in the bottom of the case.
Fourth, the app is incredible. I personally don't use the auto-order function for brush heads, but it is a great feature to have if you never want to run out. The app connects via Bluetooth to the handle, which itself connects to the brush head to ensure you're getting the most out of each head and function. It actually tracks each distinct head and how many uses it has left, even on all 3 of the White+ heads I've been swapping around on my old handle and now on the new handle. Not a crucial feature to have, but it is great if you use different brush heads for different purposes (or have 3 of the same you accidentally switch between). The app also guides you through brushing to ensure proper pressure, coverage, and time while also tracking the number of times per day, average brushing time, and days you've brushed. There's even a feature to connect with a dentist through the app!
Overall, I would highly recommend this toothbrush for anyone who is looking for the best oral hygiene system out there!
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The perfect party companion for breathtaking, portable sound. Bring the party anywhere with powerful bass, dynamic lighting, and a mic port for karaoke. With quick-charging capabilities and dust-and-rust proof construction, the party can go on uninterrupted.
Customer Rating
5
A modern boombox & guitar amp with great sound!
on April 26, 2024
Posted by: Mike
Tailgating? Beach party? Backyard barbecue? Performing in a park? Don't worry, the Sony ULT FIELD 7 Bluetooth speaker can handle all of that! You read that right! This speaker not only has great sound quality, but can double as a guitar amp and public address system via it's 1/4" audio input and gain controller inside the watertight access port!
The speaker was a little bigger than I had originally expected, but it is very sturdy, well built, and feels like quality materials. There are flat spots on the bottom/side to keep the speaker from rolling around and nice rubberized pads on the circular ends to keep it protected from various surfaces, I don't think it floats... so keep that in mind if you decide to throw this thing in a body of water (for some reason). The controls are very easy to use with gloves on, non-fingers, and anything else you might find yourself using to turn the volume up and select your ULT setting (and it's accompanying fun noises for each of the settings). I haven't tried out the audio quality while using this as a guitar amp, but that's only because I don't have a guitar. I did test it as a PA system and it worked great! Very clear, crisp, and more than enough volume to hear over a good sized crowd of people ready to run for fun! The battery life is extremely impressive! I would be great if you could charge the speaker with USB-C, but the plug is a pretty easy to find AC plug, similar to a lot of game consoles and household appliances if you happen to forget to bring yours with or lose it. The app is fine, works well, and is like most of Sony's other apps; very functional, stable, easy to use, and optional to use the speaker!
Overall, I would definitely recommend this if you like to host events where both quality music and PA/performance audio is important or you enjoy a durable and high quality speaker for outdoor enjoyment or for all the reasons you can think of using a portable, durable, "do-it-all", battery powered, high quality Bluetooth speaker for. This is a truly awesome addition to my entertaining and event hosting equipment!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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!
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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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Record 4K UHD videos and capture high-quality stills with this Canon EOS M6 Mark II camera. The 32.5MP APS-C image sensor lets you take detailed, true-to-life photos, while the electronic shutter capable of speeds up to 1/16000 is ideal for taking professional-caliber action shots. This Canon EOS M6 Mark II camera comes equipped with an 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 interchangeable zoom lens for wide-angle and short telephoto shots..
Does it have a self timer/self-timer delay or remote compatibility?
It does have an adjustable self timer and remote capabilities with Canon compatible shutter remotes.
4 years, 4 months ago
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Hear and sound like a pro with the PRO X Gaming Headset. Pro-designed with detachable mic and Blue VO!CE software for professional-sounding voice comms. Featuring next-gen 7.1 surround sound and PRO-G 50 mm drivers for amazingly clear sound imaging. Soft memory foam-padded leatherette or velour earcups. Durable steel + aluminum construction. Premium USB external sound card gives you crystal-clear game sound and voice chat. Designed for tournaments with downloadable audio EQ profiles tuned by your favorite esports pros. Play to win.
Does it work for PlayStation 4??
Sure can! There are two included cables in the box, I would recommend using the one that has the audio dial and mic must switch built into it. Just have to plug the 3.5 mm cable into the 3.5 mm headset port on the bottom of the Dual Shock 4 controller.
4 years, 9 months ago
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Get peace and quiet anywhere with these Sony truly wireless noise-cancelling earbuds. An advanced HD noise-cancelling processor blocks distracting background noise so you can focus in noisy environments, and Bluetooth connectivity ensures easy use with smartphones and other devices. These Sony truly wireless noise-cancelling earbuds include a convenient charging case that offers up to 24 hours of use per charge.
Can i use this during my workout sessions I have read articles which says it is not sweat proof and water resistant. I need to understand how bad can it get or damage the product if used during the workout? Is it ok to use or not recommended for workout
I was curious about this too. So, I decided to take a risk yesterday and used them on a 5 mile run. 96 degrees with a heat index of 113 and the last mile was heavy rain, drenched in sweat and they're still working like a charm! I would recommend to wipe them off immediately and set them out to dry before putting them back in the case though, just to make sure no water and salt get in the case or stay on the metal contacts.
4 years, 9 months ago
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Mike
Brighten your home with this 2-pack of C by GE smart LED light bulbs. The companion app lets you control dimming, setting schedules and creating scenes to suit different moods and purposes. Pair these C by GE smart LED light bulbs with Google Assistant or C by GE Smart Plug and Amazon Alexa to enable voice control. The bulb connects directly to Google Home devices via Bluetooth with no additional hub or bridge required to provide quick and easy setup.
Will this work with the Insignia Google Assistant Smart Speakers without a hub like it does with Google Home and Mini?
Yes, this will work just the same as the Google Home and Mini. Tested it myself and worked like a charm (had to turn off the mini and JBL Google Home to truly verify).
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Enjoy hours of reliability and speed with this HP Pavilion desktop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 12GB of RAM let you accomplish multiple tasks at the same time, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of space for file storage. This HP Pavilion desktop comes with a wired keyboard and mouse for interacting with Windows 10 Home.
how long has this been on the market I cant find any reviews any where I bought it because it sounds good on the inside and the last HP Pavillion I bought in 2011 is still running mostly good but I am preparing for needing a new 1
I just received mine Wednesday (7/18) that was on order, it hasn't been out very long, maybe a few weeks? I've really been enjoying the system, great machine for heavier productivity work (massive spreadsheets and documents) that you'd never think better graphics would help and playing some PC games that were a little too intensive to play and keep my laptop cool enough. Check out my review listed under "Mike" and should have a "Tech Insider Network" listed under my name (if you're looking on the website and not a mobile app).
5 years, 9 months ago
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Mike
Enjoy hours of reliability and speed with this HP Pavilion desktop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 12GB of RAM let you accomplish multiple tasks at the same time, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of space for file storage. This HP Pavilion desktop comes with a wired keyboard and mouse for interacting with Windows 10 Home.
Graphics card? Dedicated or integrated? Does it have it's own Vram? Or shares the 12GB system ram?
Integrated into the APU, kind of like a 2-in-1 setup. Beats out the Intel HD integrated graphics but nowhere close to a good dedicated GPU, though there is space in the machine for that upgrade. The APU dedicates 1024 MB (1GB) for graphics and the rest is allocated for sharing between regular tasks and graphics. During GTA V I got a readout of over 3GB of RAM being brought over for graphics to keep it at 1080P 45 FPS. There are definitely ways that you can dedicate more of the system RAM to graphics but, side by side, a decent dedicated GPU is going to beat it out.
5 years, 9 months ago
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Mike
Enjoy hours of reliability and speed with this HP Pavilion desktop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 12GB of RAM let you accomplish multiple tasks at the same time, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of space for file storage. This HP Pavilion desktop comes with a wired keyboard and mouse for interacting with Windows 10 Home.
What is the model of the processor? amd ryzen 5 1400, 1600, or 2600?
Enjoy hours of reliability and speed with this HP Pavilion desktop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 12GB of RAM let you accomplish multiple tasks at the same time, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of space for file storage. This HP Pavilion desktop comes with a wired keyboard and mouse for interacting with Windows 10 Home.
Please Explain: Number Of Memory Slots 2 Number of Memory Sticks Included 3
I found this a bit confusing too, might be a type-o or that it's counting the HDD as part of the memory included? It's 2 memory sticks and slots for RAM, 1 spot for a 3.5" HDD.
5 years, 9 months ago
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Mike
Enjoy hours of reliability and speed with this HP Pavilion desktop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 12GB of RAM let you accomplish multiple tasks at the same time, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of space for file storage. This HP Pavilion desktop comes with a wired keyboard and mouse for interacting with Windows 10 Home.
What are the ram sticks that come with the computer? is it (1) 8gb and (1)4gb?
That is correct. I was curious about it when I received the unit, so I opened the casing to verify that it was. Easy upgrade to get to 16 if you'd like, one easy to remove screw and panel but the RAM is a little tight where it's placed on the motherboard.
5 years, 9 months ago
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Mike
Enhance your viewing experience with this 65-inch LG LED television. The Intelligent Processor maximizes color, depth and sharpness to produce a more realistic picture. This LG LED television has Dolby Atmos to deliver theater-quality audio.
can i hook it to the coaxial cable that comes out of the wall, or do i need some kind of RF converter?
That's entirely up to your cable/satellite provider, most will require some form of box to receive their services now. If you're using a whole home antenna system, you'll be fine. This set has a digital tuner to receive over-the-air SD and HD broadcast channels.
5 years, 11 months ago
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Mike