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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.
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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!
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Jlab Epic USB Webcam. The Epic HD Webcam gives you pro-level image quality and sound to match whether you’re hopping from video calls or recording the latest installment of your webinar. In addition to high definition video and photos, auto focus, adjustable exposure, and an adjustable zoom will ensure every frame is picture perfect—whether you want to show off your space or keep the other half of your room off camera
Customer Rating
4
Almost Perfect, No Privacy Shutter
on October 6, 2023
Posted by: Mike
JLab almost had the perfect webcam here, the simple setup and on-camera controls are ingenious! The microphones work excellently, and the camera quality is sharp and clear. Low light performance is great, and the inclusion of a second magnetic fabric microphone cover is great for an extra bit of personalization on a truly "work-focused" webcam. It also features a fully articulating ball head, monitor edge mount, 1/4-inch tripod mount, and a very nice, braided USB cable! It's 2K (1440P) resolution gives the Epic Cam an "epic" leg up on most of the other offerings in the ~$100 price point!
The only real negatives are the lack of software or software adjustments available with the camera (something akin to "Logi Tune") and the lack of privacy shutter in any capacity, software or hardware! This seems like a glaring design oversight on an otherwise excellent webcam, I have taken to just turning the camera around when not using it but would love to just slide or flip a privacy shutter over the lens.
Overall, this is still an excellent webcam that is easy to use and setup. Software and privacy shutter aside, the 2k resolution is incredible to use for Teams calls or streaming after work, while also allowing a laser sharp image when using the physical zoom control! This camera looks equally at home in your office or a gamer streaming setup, while also providing clear images, physical aperture and zoom control, multiple mounting options, and a lot of physical adjustments to get the perfect looks. The lack of software controls can easily be updated later by releasing software and the privacy shutter just leads to creative ways of giving yourself privacy, like turning the camera around or placing a sticky note over it (trusty old sticky note!). For $100, JLab's Epic Cam stands up well against the competition and offers better image resolution versus most others, 2K vs 1080P!
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Logitech G Litra Beam LX is a dual-sided streaming light — one illuminates you with an LED key light for natural, radiant skin tones, while the other accents the room with an RGB light. With TrueSoft technology, LIGHTSYNC, Bluetooth pairing and advanced G HUB control, it’s two premium gaming lights in one slim, flexible design.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent mix of practicality and flash!
on October 5, 2023
Posted by: Mike
I have been using the Logitech Litra Beam LX for a while now and it has been an excellent experience! I can easily use it for work, content creation, and streaming! The setup is incredibly easy, just unbox the key light, screw everything down with the 1/4-inch fasteners in the base and stand into the light, plug it into power, and you're ready to go out of the box. You don't even need to connect it to your computer with USB-C or Bluetooth to use it, though you do have those options for further flexibility and ease of use, too. The most ingenious thing about this light for me is not that it's dual sided, but that the controls on the device are so intuitive! There's power, a selector switch, brightness, and temperature/color. The selector switch is as simple and slide it in the direction of the side you'd like to control and that's what it does! So simple, so practical, but there are so many lights out there with convoluted controls that require you to master their system or force you in software to get a simple brightness adjustment done. You don't really need a computer to use this light, but it sure does open up further flexibility by using the Logitech G Hub program, this allows you to further tweak, refine, and customize the Litra Beam LX to exactly what you want out of it, whether that be a specific shade on the RGB side, temperature sync with other Litra lights, or something as simple as auto-on/off when your camera is on or off! I seriously love using this light and am really tempted to get another for the other side of my desk! As for the price, I would love it to be less, but as someone who previously spent double what the Litra Beam LX costs on "real studio key lights," I'll take the $149. The $50 premium over the standard Litra Beam is not bad, considering you can use the other side as a fill light for the rest of the space (the side facing the opposite direction, that is).
Way to go Logitech, you nailed this one! I would highly recommend it for the gamer, content creator, and professional who needs a light a varied and flexible as their needs are!
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Show off that new powerful Predator PO5-650-UB11 gaming PC and illuminate your room in the multi-hued ambience of ARGB as fiery FrostBlade fans hum in an endless high-speed harmony giving constant cool to the Herculean hardware hidden away within. Powered by a 13th Gen Intel Core processor and high-performance NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics, the Predator Orion 5000 delivers an awe-inspiring gaming experience that's second to none! Get ready for an unforgettable gaming experience that ignites the senses and takes your passion to new heights!
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Value, great components, and upgradeable
on September 26, 2023
Posted by: Mike
If you're looking for an easy to start with gaming computer, this is a strong contender! The box includes a desktop that has enough horsepower to get you started on high quality, high framerate gaming out of the box, a decent enough keyboard that types pretty well for an included keyboard, and a mouse that is not terrible (for an included mouse). All of this together means that the computer will be able to grow with you over time, whether that be a new keyboard and/or mouse, connecting it to your monitor/TV/projector/all of them, or upgrading components inside!
My Predator Orion 5000 PO5-650-UB11 desktop came equipped with an i7-13700F (no on-CPU graphics), a NVIDIA RTX 3070, 1TB NVMe SSD storage, and 16GB of the latest DDR5 RAM. Basically, this is an awesome gaming package that is just waiting for you to hook up a gaming monitor and WOW yourself with excellent performance and a very customizable rig! There is more than enough RGB for those that like it, and it's addressable! That means you can customize the look just for you! The RGB on the motherboard instead of on the RAM, GPU, or elsewhere is weird, but it works and still looks good! The case is durable! There's a slim chance that something like the graphics card is going to shake loose, maybe the RAM, but even that is locked in! The side and top panels are removeable to get to the components and dust filters (all removable and easy to clean!), they are held in place by a Philips head screw that was cranked on pretty tight for mine, but you can mostly leave those in a drawer after you have it home and rely upon the quick release latch system to keep things contained and allow easy, tool-less access!
This rig had no problems handling COD Warzone/BO:CW/MW at max settings, Fortnite, Forza, or Fallout 4 & 76, and GTA V at max settings! The productivity side is even more impressive, with the i7-13700F and RTX 3070 making for a solid streaming and video editing rig! The amount of power you get from this CPU/GPU combo allows you to easily stream at high quality 1080P or 1440P without an additional capture card or streaming rig, perfect for someone just getting into streaming, casual streaming, or is more interested in recording and editing videos for YouTube! There are two more RAM slots that are not populated for memory expansion, especially if you're looking to stream and record, then edit with Premiere Pro. The 3.5" HDD/2.5" SSD sleds in the bottom of the case are also pre-populated with the SATA data and power cables! You literally just have to pop them onto the drive sled and slide them in!
Pros:
-Great airflow!
-Excellent match of hardware
-New RAM sticks look good! (not just plain PCBs)
-Good amount of included storage space and LOTS of options to add more!
-Keyboard and mouse are more than usable, not just e-waste
-Good thermals, all around!
-High performing out of the box.
-Very limited proprietary programs and bloatware.
-Hot-swappable 3.5" HDD/2.5" SSD trays for easy storage upgrades!
-Great airflow!
-Excellent match of hardware
-New RAM sticks look good! (not just plain PCBs)
-Good amount of included storage space and LOTS of options to add more!
-Keyboard and mouse are more than usable, not just e-waste
-Good thermals, all around!
-High performing out of the box.
-Very limited proprietary programs and bloatware.
-Hot-swappable 3.5" HDD/2.5" SSD trays for easy storage upgrades!
Cons:
-Second NVMe SSD mount shoots off the side of the motherboard
-On-board RGB LEDs are an odd choice
-Case can be used with other equipment inside of it, but there may be some oddities, such as the 2.5" hot-swappable drive mount that isn't usable and the massive GPU brace (that can be removed, but not reused)
-Second NVMe SSD mount shoots off the side of the motherboard
-On-board RGB LEDs are an odd choice
-Case can be used with other equipment inside of it, but there may be some oddities, such as the 2.5" hot-swappable drive mount that isn't usable and the massive GPU brace (that can be removed, but not reused)
Overall, this is an amazing value and a great pick for someone who wants to get into higher-end PC gaming, but doesn't want to fiddle with building their own. This is also a great value for the parts inside and performance! I would highly recommend it!
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Whether you manage a travel vlog or enjoy sharing important moments with friends and family, amp up your video’s production quality with the NS-GPK23 12-Piece GoPro Accessory Kit for Most GoPro Cameras. This 12-piece kit includes everything you need to go completely hands-free, including head and chest straps, a floating aid, an extendable tripod and more. All accessories are waterproof, letting you film both above and below the waves. A suction cup mount attaches your GoPro to the windshield of your car, helping you nail those dramatic highway or off-roading shots. Finally, at the end of the day, you can pack your GoPro into the semihard carrying case and rest assured knowing that your camera is well protected.
Customer Rating
4
All the basic accessories! Great tripod!
on September 26, 2023
Posted by: Mike
The Insignia GoPro Accessory Kit includes all of the basics to get you started with using your new GoPro or adventuring away from the initial mounts that come with the camera! The floating grip is perfect for shooting around any body of water, even if you're not in it, to make sure your GoPro is safe if you happen to drop it. The suction cup mount is nice if you're doing a lot of car or boat shots, where you can suction the camera directly to the vehicle you're using, though mine fell off before we were able to test it on the hood of our car and I took that as a sign to not try it in that extreme of a situation. Instead I tested it on the inside of my windshield, which it also fell from a few times before I ended up licking it to help with the suction, which did work! That's the only reason I dropped a star off the rating, I just didn't feel comfortable with trusting the life of my GoPro 10 to a mount that didn't want to stick. The chest mount is one of the more basic one's I've seen and tested (I happen to have the GoPro "Chesty" mount and the older Insignia one), but it was easy to fit and fasten and held up perfectly to a 10k run test! It definitely outlasted the battery... and almost me, too! There was a large improvement made from the Insignia chest mount I purchased with my Hero 5 in 2018 and the one in this kit, the buckle is substantially better and the straps are more contained. The old one would kind of bounce all over and would shove the buckle into your chest with the plastic backplate, the new one still has the plastic backplate (versus breathable cushioning like the GoPro Chesty and some alternatives), but the buckle is vastly improved!!! The tripod/selfie stick is really cool and very sturdily built! I tried it with my Canon R10 mirrorless camera and it's 24-105mm lens, held up better than some of my smaller tripods do! The included case is a nice addition, too, as it fits all of the gear or most of the gear: chest mount, tripod stick, head strap mount, two GoPros, one media mod, two additional batteries, THE Remote, dual charger, and a cable!
I would recommend this to someone who's either getting their first GoPro or wants to up their game with a budget friendly kit full of good to great equipment!
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The SA-C600 Network CD Receiver showcases Technics’ legacy of renowned digital audio technology and flawless construction, eliminating noise and rendering a colorful, vibrant expression of sound space. This versatile receiver unit has a twin power supply circuit system for incredibly clear performance, Spacetune technology to automatically optimize the sound field, and incredible connectivity across wireless, digital, and analog channels.
Customer Rating
4
Clean, modern look and excellent sound!
on September 20, 2023
Posted by: Mike
I had used a Technics receiver, DAC, and CD player for years growing up and into adulthood, always producing good, clean sound and I was able to get them at a decent price used. This received brings back all of the good memories of that old system but in a compact, modern design and with a massive heatsink on the back end! The setup was easy and quick, there's not a ton of options for what to connect and where as this unit has only two speaker terminals and most of the rest is either built-in like the CD player (excellent!!!) and the internet & streaming players, or will utilize the phono, optical, digital coax, line-in, or USB. Just enough to connect to everything you want it a compact system to connect to. The only real negatives are that it does only have two speaker terminals, not even and A/B option or for bi-amplifying towers. The power output is very nice, pushing plenty of clean sound throughout the room. I have my Martin Logan Motion towers connected and they are fed more than enough power to crank the music loud enough to head all through the house and outside! The CD tray is very cool, harkening back to some of the odd '90s designs used on shelf component systems but with a little more of a modern look, LEDs have also gotten substantially better!
The only really negatives about this fantastic receiver, is that the app is finicky on Android and the optical in only accepts up to 96kHz. That's okay and sounds great, double the bitrate of what a CD will do, but still exceptional sound for a tidy little unit. I'd recommend it for someone in a home office or study, could be a nice showpiece in a modern living room, too. This is a very sharp looking and clean sounding unit, where all you need is to connect your speakers, follow the setup instructions and enjoy! The only reason I took a star off is for the previously mentioned limitations I came across. iOS may fare better with the app, but hopefully it gets better and more stable with time.
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The Tablo 2-tuner, whole-home DVR ablo lets you watch, pause, and record TV for free¹. Tablo connects to your TV antenna and your Wi-Fi to send live broadcast programming from ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS³, and more as well as a selection of free streaming channels to compatible smart devices, anywhere in your home.
Customer Rating
5
Broadcast channels to the whole house!
on September 20, 2023
Posted by: Mike
The Tablo Over-the-Air DVR and Streaming Player is an excellent way to have one central antenna that can be viewed all over the house and on the go! There was a time before SlingTV where you could use a Sling Box to stream your broadcast or cable TV through the web, but in the decade since that disappeared, there really have been few options to view your local stations on the web without a subscription service. This Tablo Player fills that void very nicely and it has an onboard DVR, too!
The setup was incredibly easy, just follow the quick start guide, download the app, and connect and antenna! You can either use the onboard wifi or an ethernet cable to connect to the internet, ethernet is recommended for reduced lag and less interference. After you're all connected, the device and app will scan for local stations, just like a TV will do, and tell you what's all available!
Using the app is easy, straightforward, but there are some limitations to it. Most seem to be down to licensing rights for streaming TVs but their website does state that support for Apple TV, Samsung, LG, and other smart TVs or boxes will be coming soon! The availability of free streaming channels, DVR functionality, and comprehensive TV guide are all amazing features! I'd recommend this to those looking for an option to stream broadcast channels to devices around their home and on the go without having to pay for a monthly TV subscription!
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The Ninja Detect Duo Power Blender Pro with BlendSense Technology allows you to toss in any ingredients, press the dial, and watch them transform into a perfectly smooth output. Whether blending or chopping in the 72 oz. full-size pitcher, Ninja Detect makes live decisions on the amount of power, speed, and time needed to get you to a perfectly smooth outcome every time. The blender that automatically adjusts speed & time for perfectly smooth results.
Customer Rating
5
Shark does it again! Excellent blender!
on September 12, 2023
Posted by: Mike
I have had many Ninja blenders in the past and every one is better than the last! With this update, Ninja added a more modern look with the dial and clearer display, as well as an improved sensing mode. The staples of Ninja blenders are still there, especially the single-serve cups that are the perfect size for a morning breakfast shake (1 cup frozen strawberry banana mix, 2 blueberry Greek yogurt cups, 4oz water, 4 "freezer ice machine" ice cubes, sense blend)! I have been trying different recipes that come in the included recipe book, chopping, blending, pureeing, you name it, this thing can handle it perfectly! I even ground coffee beans, they turned out just like it came from my coffee grinder! I truly can't say enough about how amazing this blender is and how much easier the new Sense IQ mode is for choosing how to blend, mix, chop, or crush whatever it is you're trying to accomplish!
I would absolutely recommend this to anyone, just anyone! Buy it for yourself, a friend, a wedding gift, birthday, holiday, and the recipient will truly love it! This is the kind of machine that will become your go to in the kitchen!
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For those with mild to moderate hearing loss who demand a great hearing experience, the new All-Day Clear from Sennheiser is the ideal ready-to-wear hearing aid for those with mild to moderate hearing loss. They combine clear, vibrant hearing performance and seamless connectivity, with a sleek design that ensures all-day wearing comfort. Whether enjoying conversations, understanding speech in noisy environments, or streaming your favorite entertainment, All-Day Clear Slim makes life and listening effortless. All-Day Clear Slim employs adaptive technology, featuring multiple programs, advanced features, and controls to ensure the best hearing experience in your daily life. The intuitive All-Day Clear App tailors a unique sound profile to meet your hearing needs and provides simple controls for adjusting settings in the moment to let you stay in control. This versatile companion seamlessly connects to iOS and Android Bluetooth devices to enable hands-free calls and lets you stream music, podcasts, audiobooks and more. It detects the type of content you are listening to and automatically adjusts enhancement to give you the best hearing experience for speech or music. All-Day Clear Slim has been created to offer a convenient user experience right out of the box. Alternatively, an in-clinic session is available for extra support with the In-Clinic Care Package.
Customer Rating
4
Great quality, after you get used to the quirks.
on September 1, 2023
Posted by: Mike
Last Wednesday, I decided I was going to wear these for a quick 5k run. I've done this very same test with other hearing aids I've tried in the past and pretty much every set of earbuds I've ever had. I was excited for run club, got off work in time to get there without having to catch up or go out on my own, the fit of these hearing aids in daily wear around the neighborhood and in the office had me believe that they'd do an amazing job keeping wind noise at bay and allow me to hear those around me clearly. This is how they performed in all those situations: crystal clear voices, music was crisp and clean, little to no wind noise, and the microphones are on the earbud, not the receiver on top of the ear. Sadly, I was not able to use them as I left them in the charging case after having charged them... which meant they had been on for over a day, slowly draining the battery and making them unusable for my run. That test is now meant for a different day. The moral of the story is, with these hearing aids, MAKE SURE YOU TURN THEM OFF!
Overall, I absolutely love the fit, the styling, the sound quality for music and general world noise. These are some top-notch hearing aids that I would absolutely recommend to someone with more mild and situational hearing loss. I use them when we go out into crowded spaces, restaurants, bars, etc. They are fantastic, just a little quirky. Read the manual a few times, play with all the settings and enjoy the very easy to use app! I'm sure I'll make the mistake of leaving them in the charger after unplugging it again, that case is the only reason I am deducting one star, when they're done charging, the hearing aids are "on" and will remain that way until you turn them off or they run out of battery. Honestly a minor issue that will likely (hopefully) be fixed in a software update.
You can't beat the sound quality and comfort of these, way to go Sennheiser! Highly recommend!
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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.
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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+.
3 years, 4 months ago
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Mike
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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Mike
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