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Enjoy a variety of entertainment with this LG mini hi-fi system. Its Bluetooth function lets you stream audio from digital devices, and you can also play music from cassettes, FM radio and CDs. This LG mini hi-fi system has a USB port to read flash drive files and includes a remote control for convenience.
Customer Rating
5
Very impressive little system...
on August 18, 2017
Posted by: Andy
from Northern California
This is an interesting stereo system! I have had several people ask “Where did you find that?” or “How old is that?” while others comment on how I stole Darth Vader’s twin because it is shaped just that way!
Out of the box, it is so easy to set up since there are only a couple of connections and everything is included in the box. The sound is a very nice blend of deep bass and nice mid and high tones. I use it mostly for radio but the included Bluetooth and USB make it pretty flexible for playing music from other devices. The 3-disk CD player is also a huge plus and you almost don’t even notice the cassette player on the top of the unit.
I have been using it in a classroom, which seems like exactly what it was designed for. It puts out enough sound to be very useful even in a noisy room and doesn’t take up too much space. The speakers don’t attach to the center component, so it is not too easy to transport and makes a great shelf system. The speaker cables are long enough to get some separation or to spread things out if you don’t have space all in one spot.
Overall, I am pleasantly surprised by the quality and ease of use of this little system. The features are all that I wanted in a system and the styling is just bold enough to start some interesting conversations!
Now if I could just remember where I keep laying the remote down…
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Navigate your games with this Logitech wireless mouse. Its optical sensor maximizes accuracy for a smoother gaming experience, and its 1 ms report rate reduces lag, so you don't fall behind in competition mode. This Logitech wireless mouse has a charging system that lets you power it wirelessly, so it doesn't interrupt your playing time.
Customer Rating
4
Not quite up to my Logitech expectations!
on August 15, 2017
Posted by: Andy
from Northern California
My thoughts on the Logitech G703 Gaming Mouse
This is a high quality mouse that has features and feel I would expect from Logitech.
The mouse has a great feel with both shape and weight. I was immediately comfortable using the mouse but ran into some interesting effects. I am used to using a Logitech Performance MX mouse, and have gotten to the point that I compare everything else to those. The G703 is fairly close in comfort and shape, enough that my fingers knew where all the buttons were.
Whe3n I first plugged it in, I was a little disappointed that the receiver is different than the Unifying one used by just about every Logitech mouse available for years. I know that they needed a faster receiver, but it would have been nice if it were backward compatible.
The resolution makes the mouse pretty slow until you load the software from Logitech’s website. I am not happy with having to load another software package just to use a mouse! I try to keep my machine as free of running processes as possible, and it makes it a bit hard to do if you have to load a package for everything! There aren’t enough buttons or features on the mouse to justify the 110 MB download. The resolution settings could have been implemented in hardware or another way.
Another thing I was not too impressed with is the lighting… it doesn’t turn off even when the computer is off. I have to turn the mouse off each time I don’t want it acting like a bright night light! That also means turning it back on to use the computer, so I have gotten to the point of leaving another mouse attached to use when I don't need this one on.
I am still happy with the mouse and will use it for gaming as it is very responsive – much more than any other mouse I have ever used, which is the point of a mouse like this!
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Enjoy a more profound audio experience with these wireless JBL Everest V710 earphones. Equipped with Bluetooth, these headphones connect to a variety of devices and have a generous range, so you can listen to music while walking around. Charge these JBL Everest V710 earphones for up to 25 hours of playing time and fold them flat for storage.
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4
Great set of headphones, but...
on July 28, 2017
Posted by: Andy
First off, if these were about $100 lower in price, they would have been a five star set of headphones. There is virtually nothing to complain about as far as quality of construction, finish and comfort. They do fall a bit short on sound quality compared to other headphones at this price range. I took extra time comparing these to several other sets after I got them home and just couldn't get them to sound like they earned their price tag.
That is not to say they aren't a good set of headphones. I was impressed by the comfort of the design, even on a hot summer afternoon, they feel much cooler than another, more expensive set I own. They look and feel like they should and the quality appears to follow all the way through, right up to the speakers themselves. They just lack that polish that I expected to find. The highs are great, but the bass seems to be severely lacking on every system I tried them with.
I must say, my daughter keeps stealing these from my desk even with other sets available, so that does tell you something. She enjoys the feel for long sessions and chooses them over and over. For speech and gaming, they seem to work very well, and I actually would recommend them since they don't have booming bass for those who like their volume up just a bit too much!
Overall, I would say they are a great set of headphones if you can find them on sale.
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Immerse yourself in music or movies with this LG TONE Studio wearable speaker. It has four drivers to let you experience three-dimensional surround sound and feel low-frequency vibrations from the bass through your body. This LG TONE Studio wearable speaker is Bluetooth compatible for easy connection to your smart devices.
Customer Rating
5
A great idea that is done well.
on July 18, 2017
Posted by: Andy
I was pretty excited to get the new LG Studio HBS-W120 headphones. I am not sure that I would call them headphones, since they are really neck phones or earbuds, but I guess the name is not that important!
These are unique in that they have a switch that allows you to change them from earbuds to a small personal speaker system that wraps around your neck. My daughter and brother both have the older sets that just have the earbuds but they both use them with the sound turned up and the earbuds out of their ears. The sound is not that great when used this way, but this set changes all that.
Sound quality when played out loud is not what a really good set of headphones can produce, but then again, you don't have to have bulky over-the-ear cans that are way to warm in the summer heat! I find that the sound is acceptable for the purpose and the earbuds sound pretty decent as well. Lacking a bit of bass, but then that's pretty much to be expected for tiny things stuffed into your ears. I have a hard time with earbuds and am not a huge fan of any brand I've tried, so I have used these in the "out loud" mode almost the whole time.
I took the set out of the box, charged it and then went about playing. I wanted to see how easy they were, so I intentionally left the instruction manual closed and was pleasantly surprised to find that I was able to get them paired and had sounds within a few seconds. They are easy to use and you can switch back and forth with a small slider on the side.
I also like the retraction... just pull out slowly to extend the earbuds and then pull a bit and release slowly to retract. The magnets on the other models worked well, but this seems to do the job as well if not better since you can pull out only the length you want and leave the rest reeled up inside. Saves on getting caught on things and should help extend the life of the wires.
I haven't had time to test the length of charge they have done well for a few hours of use at a time between charges. I have another brand of wireless headphones that tells me the battery percentage when I turn them on, but these just say high, medium and low.
Overall, I'm pretty happy with them, they are a step up from the older design with some really great features and I plan to use them in situations where the others just don't work for me.
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Ensure maximum comfort from this Logitech mouse. The precise ergonomic design ensures you stay comfortable throughout the day even if you're a power user, and the additional side button lets you create a custom setup. Smooth gliding is assured from this Logitech mouse thanks to the low-resistance base that slips over any surface.
Customer Rating
5
Another great mouse by Logitech!
on July 4, 2017
Posted by: Andy
I have always been a fan of Logitech mice, having used them since the early 1990's. For the past few years, I have been using the Performance MX mouse and have been very happy with them. I was excited to get the chance to try out the new MX Master 2S.
One feature that really appealed to me was the ability to use either Bluetooth or the Unifying receiver. Since I have computers from several computer generations, I was eager to find out how well it really worked. My first try was on a Dell XPS 17" laptop from around 2012. As much as I tried, I was not able to get the Bluetooth to pair up. I spent some time trying and then went to the web to see what was up. I found a site that mentioned that it needed to be "Smart Bluetooth" in order to work. I suppose that in the years since my XPS was built, someone finally figured out how to make Bluetooth smart, so I guess it is OK that it doesn't work with that connection on a five year old laptop (although every other Bluetooth device I have tried has worked on it). Instead, I paired it with my existing Unifying receiver for my older MX mouse and it worked flawlessly.
Next I tried a year old HP Spectre 13. I HAD to use Bluetooth since the Spectre only has USB-C ports and I haven't seen a Unifying receiver for USB-C yet. It paired instantly and I was able to be up and working in a matter of seconds.
The buttons are very much like the older MX mouse, with the same fast scrolling I have come to expect from every mouse and absolutely hate when I have to use one that doesn't scroll fast enough! The side scroll wheel and the side buttons are a bit different for me, but I am already finding that they are very useful. I use the back button quite a bit on my MX mice and am happy to see it moved down a bit. The gesture function on the lower thumb button is very nice, although I haven't found myself using it much. All of the buttons are changeable using the Options software from the Logitech website, so you can remap any of them to do what you want.
I see this as a direct upgrade to the older MX line and am happy that Logitech didn't drastically change it or drop the line altogether as they did with the old Trackman Marble FX and Cordless FX line, just when they got them perfected!
Overall, I have no problem recommending this mouse to anyone who wants a high quality device that is completely configurable. As a tool for moving a cursor, I haven't found a better fit for my hand.
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Prepare a wide variety of foods with this nonstick DeLonghi Livenza digital grill. It includes grill and griddle plates that can be switched out depending on the type of food being cooked. This 14.5-inch DeLonghi Livenza digital grill has a hinged top so you can make delicious panini, and it pairs with a digital cookbook app.
Customer Rating
5
Nice product with some very useful features.
on June 16, 2017
Posted by: Andy
Grill is very easy to use and this model comes with two sets of grill plates (missing the waffle plates that come with the next model up) so there are many options for cooking. The two plates each have their own temperature settings, so you can cook two completely different foods at the same time with it in the open position.
There are really many different positions since the plates can be set to cook in the closed position or can be set to several levels of thickness for sandwiches and other foods or they can be completely open and used as a large cook surface. Very flexible and is what makes this truly an all day grill.
The grease trap is large and does a great job catching overflow whether the grill is used open or closed since both plates empty right into it. The included scraper does an excelent job getting stuck on food loose so the rest can be wiped clean. The plates (obviously) remove and can be placed in the dishwasher for cleaning. There is also a latch to keep the lid closed while transporting and the top has a handle that works well for carrying.
I expected the app to be a gimick, but was really surprised by how useful it was. It has an almost over-simple start screen that hides all the features included. It will definitely not be too difficult for even younger cooks to get the basics down for their favorite foods. My only disappointment here was the terminology that some cuts of meat are called is nothing like I have ever heard in my life! I have to look some of them up, which I guess could be called a plus since I am expanding my vocabulary while I make my food!
I am looking forward to cooking many more things with this than we can with our flat griddle, we are finding more and more uses for it all the time. I would recommend this for anyone looking to get a grill or griddle since it has so many uses in such a small footprint. As I write this, we are camping and brought our All-day grill with us since it folds up much smaller than out griddle we normally bring to cook bacon and pancakes.
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The Magnifi Mini home theater sound bar system delivers big room-filling audio and surround sound experience you’d expect from a full-size sound bar—all in an ultra-compact design that fits any space. Polk’s exclusive Voice Adjust technology dramatically increases vocal clarity and volume level for crystal clear dialogue no matter what you’re watching. Plus, our patented surround technology and Dolby Digital 5.1 decoding creates incredible room-filling surround sound all from a sound bar that is less than 15” long. Compatible with nearly all TVs, the universal sound bar works with your TV, cable box or satellite IR remote control and features simple setup in minutes with the included HDMI cable. The powerful wireless subwoofer delivers deep impactful bass to your favorite movies, TV, games, sports and music too. And if volume’s too loud during late night viewing, Night Mode lets you easily watch your favorite programs at night without waking the neighbors or other family members in your home. What’s more, bring the concert into your room with wireless music streaming via WiFi, Google Cast and Bluetooth. Whatever you do, just don’t let the MagniFi Mini’s small size fool you—this is that big Polk sound you love from a little bar.
Customer Rating
5
Small, decent sound system
on June 1, 2017
Posted by: Andy
I was pretty impressed with the Polk magniFi mini sound bar and subwoofer, the bar itself is very compact and the wireless sub can be moved out of the way.
When I opened the box I was greeted with all of the possible connection cables rolled up and ready to go, so no matter how you want to connect it, you don't need to buy extra cables. The sound is pretty decent also, and the Bluetooth connection is very handy if you want to stream music from a device without plugging in a cable.
I am going to try it in several other areas and see how the sound compares to various other systems that I have. I intended to use it on a TV, but it has found a home with my computer desk and I am going to have a hard time letting it go!
When changing modes or adjusting settings, it has a set of lights behind the grill that allow you to see the change (as long as you know what each light combination means) and there is a nice guide included to instruct on each of the possible light combinations.
Overall, I'm very happy with the product.
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This Oral-B Pro 6000 electric toothbrush with Bluetooth allows the brush to connect with your smartphone to give you real-time feedback on your brushing habits. The advanced design of the CrossAction toothbrush head surrounds each tooth with bristles angled at 16 degrees, and 3D cleaning action oscillates, rotates, and pulsates to break up and remove more plaque. The pressure sensor lights up, if you brush too hard to prevent harmful over-brushing and there are 5 modes and a timer to help you brush for a dentist-recommended time.
Customer Rating
5
Braun Oral B Pro 6000 SmartSeries toothbrush
on May 8, 2017
Posted by: Andy
I have been using an Oral B 3D Excel toothbrush for a few years and have really liked it. When I was asked to review the new product, I thought it would be the same thing, only newer. I was wrong in a way. Sure, it is an electric toothbrush, how exciting can it be. I have used one for years and they can’t really change it all that much.
The Pro 6000 is a better brush in every way. The lighted ring around the top shows when you are pressing too hard, a feature some of the newer brushes have had for some time. This brush has multiple modes that really are different from each other. Besides the typical high and low speeds, this model adds an extra slow mode and two pulsating modes to customize the way it cleans.
I was glad that it uses the same heads as the older models, as we stocked up on them not too long ago. I have also used third-party brush heads with pretty good success and find that they compare pretty well although there is a difference in the quality of the heads from brand to brand. The Braun heads seem to be the best and offer all the quality of the toothbrush itself.
I was a little reluctant to even try the app, but figured I should at least try it out to give a full review. The Pro 6000 is the lower featured model to the 8000 and the extras seem to be the main difference. The 6000 has a compact hard case for travel, while the 8000 offers a charging case. There is an additional mode on the 8000 for brushing your tongue and it also includes a phone mount for your mirror to watch you as you brush to make sure you are getting all the areas. Since the 6000 lacks the mount, I set up another mount and found that it does an OK job but can’t quite tell exactly where you are brushing. Maybe it is the way I hold my hand, but it kept showing the wrong area being brushed. Not a big deal as it does have a timer to remind you to stay in each section for the recommended 30 seconds.
The app also keeps track of your sessions for you so that you have a long-term view of your brushing habits, complete with average times and other details. It also pushes the Amazon Dash refill service if you use it as well as other information that can be customized in the settings.
The brush is designed for a single user – any time the unit is used, it saves the data to a single history. Not a big deal unless you share your brush with someone else, in which case your combined usage will be recorded.
Overall I am very happy with the Oral B Pro 6000 toothbrush, it has exceeded my expectations and is a great addition to my hygiene arsenal! I would have no problem recommending it to anyone looking for a full-featured toothbrush that has the capability to track your progress on an app.
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Enhance your on-the-go audio experience with this Ultimate Ears Wonderboom Bluetooth speaker, which is ideal for outdoor use. This speaker, which pairs wirelessly with a range of smart devices, plays music for up to 10 hours at a time. Use this waterproof Ultimate Ears Wonderboom Bluetooth speaker, which floats, in the pool or on the beach.
Customer Rating
5
Incredible little speaker with a big sound!
on April 24, 2017
Posted by: Andy
I was surprised to hear the sound from this little speaker when I fired it up. It does have a bit of weight, so I had some hope of good sound as I removed it from the package. It paired almost immediately and the sound was very good right from the start. It's small size makes it easy to transport and the loop on the top allows it to be hung from any hook.
The Bluetooth makes it an easy connection to just about any modern device. It does not have a wired connection (that I could see) so it is limited to wireless devices. The ability to control the volume and advance songs makes it very convenient and the large + and - symbols make it pretty much idiot-proof!
The incredibly small size and excellent sound from this small speaker makes it very easy to recommend to anyone looking for a speaker they can carry around and share their sound with others.
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Hear every footstep, click and breath with this Razer Kraken digital gaming headset. The powerful 50mm drivers have neodymium magnets so that they produce exceptional sound directly to your ear, and the included microphone picks up speech clearly. This Razer Kraken digital gaming headset connects to a USB port for easy setup.
Customer Rating
5
Unexpected quality and comfort!
on March 22, 2017
Posted by: Andy
Razer Kraken 7.1 Wired Chroma V2 Headset
First impressions:
Nice box, impressive packaging but pretty much lacking in documentation in the box. Headset is pretty light considering its size. Once the headband is adjusted, they are very comfortable.
Nice box, impressive packaging but pretty much lacking in documentation in the box. Headset is pretty light considering its size. Once the headband is adjusted, they are very comfortable.
Use:
Wore them for about 3 hours the first evening and was impressed by the comfort. Listened to some music and played a few games getting a feel in different situations. Wasn’t quite happy with the sound, so the next evening began fidgeting with the Razer Synapse app. It works very well and allows easy changes to the Bass Boost and other settings. I spent some time with the EQ and was finally able to get some realistic bass and treble sound. I found the Bass Boost produced a heavy boom but sounded entirely unrealistic so turned it off and adjusted each end of the spectrum up with the EQ to get the sound the way I like.
After adjusting, I found the sound to be even better than a set of Bluetooth headphones that cost four times as much! Very happy with the sound at this point. The one thing I miss from the Bluetooth set is that I can’t just get out of my seat when I want to, I almost forgot what it meant to be tethered to my computer again.
I have very mixed feelings for the cord. It is made of braided nylon, so it should last a very long time without having the problems some have with twisting or cracking. The thing I really don’t like about them is that it is very noisy as it rubs on things such as clothing. The sound transmits right into the earpiece on the left side and somewhat spoils an otherwise very nice sound.
Wore them for about 3 hours the first evening and was impressed by the comfort. Listened to some music and played a few games getting a feel in different situations. Wasn’t quite happy with the sound, so the next evening began fidgeting with the Razer Synapse app. It works very well and allows easy changes to the Bass Boost and other settings. I spent some time with the EQ and was finally able to get some realistic bass and treble sound. I found the Bass Boost produced a heavy boom but sounded entirely unrealistic so turned it off and adjusted each end of the spectrum up with the EQ to get the sound the way I like.
After adjusting, I found the sound to be even better than a set of Bluetooth headphones that cost four times as much! Very happy with the sound at this point. The one thing I miss from the Bluetooth set is that I can’t just get out of my seat when I want to, I almost forgot what it meant to be tethered to my computer again.
I have very mixed feelings for the cord. It is made of braided nylon, so it should last a very long time without having the problems some have with twisting or cracking. The thing I really don’t like about them is that it is very noisy as it rubs on things such as clothing. The sound transmits right into the earpiece on the left side and somewhat spoils an otherwise very nice sound.
Features:
I found the lighting to be interesting, although my kids really thought it was great! Guess I was more interested in the sound than how it looks. The mute on the actual mic is great, with the light letting you know at a glance if it is on or off. The large earpieces are probably the best part. They are very comfortable yet seal in the sound very well. Because they are around the ear instead of just over it, I was afraid they may be too warm, but that is not the case. The surround sound is incredible and way better than I expected.
I found the lighting to be interesting, although my kids really thought it was great! Guess I was more interested in the sound than how it looks. The mute on the actual mic is great, with the light letting you know at a glance if it is on or off. The large earpieces are probably the best part. They are very comfortable yet seal in the sound very well. Because they are around the ear instead of just over it, I was afraid they may be too warm, but that is not the case. The surround sound is incredible and way better than I expected.
Conclusion:
I probably shouldn’t have been so surprised by my experience, but I am pretty picky! Overall, I had all of my expectations blown away by this headset. I really did not expect the quality of the sound to be so good (once I spent some time adjusting the levels) and am very happy with the comfort as well.
I would have no problems recommending this set to anyone, whether they play games or just listen to music. I have only dealt with Razer products one other time and was impressed by their customer service and response then. I am even more impressed now as I see their products maturing and delivering quality and comfort.
I probably shouldn’t have been so surprised by my experience, but I am pretty picky! Overall, I had all of my expectations blown away by this headset. I really did not expect the quality of the sound to be so good (once I spent some time adjusting the levels) and am very happy with the comfort as well.
I would have no problems recommending this set to anyone, whether they play games or just listen to music. I have only dealt with Razer products one other time and was impressed by their customer service and response then. I am even more impressed now as I see their products maturing and delivering quality and comfort.
My Best Buy number: 2133819191
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Only at Best BuyChoose this HP Spectre 13 notebook for its crisp 1080p display and 13.3-inch screen. It comes with a sixth-generation Intel processor and 8GB of onboard RAM for efficient multitasking, and its solid state drive ensure that programs load quickly. The slim design on this HP Spectre 13 notebook provide enhanced versatility.
Is this a good laptop for a college student?
It is very thin and light and would fit easily inside a small backpack or large purse. The keys are nearly silent so would be great for notes in class, but does not have a touch screen, so no drawings or diagrams can be done onscreen by hand. It is a nice looking machine, but make sure you compare it to others in the same price range that may have a features you might need. You will be hard pressed to find anything the same size and weight! I've only had it for a few days and am pretty happy with what it can do, just remember that it does have a few features left out for size reasons such as regular USB ports (there is an adapter included) and there is no HDMI (you would have to buy an adapter to USB-C) or touch capabilities. It is very nice looking and seems sturdy despite its size.
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