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Enjoy a simple, no hassle solution for superior oral health. Without switching products, you can choose to brush, water floss, or brush and water floss by pressing a button. With brushing and flossing modes, achieving white, fresh teeth is simple, while the 10 settings make it easy to achieve the desired amount of pressure. This Waterpik Sonic Fusion flossing toothbrush can be recharged quickly for added convenience and has a sleek appearance.
Customer Rating
3
Not there yet
on June 11, 2019
Posted by: Ohanaman
from Kentucky
THE BREAKDOWN:
I have to say I was excited to get this product and try it! I have owned an electric toothbrush for years and was looking forward to all the new features of this one
The packaging was very well done. It was just enough packaging to get the product delivered. In the box was everything needed to get this product up and running.
The initial setup was simple and I was up and running in a matter of just minutes that was including the initial charge.
I felt like it was very well made and the fit and finish was excellent. The one downfall that I didn’t like was that the water reservoir has wholes built in and to me that just lets dust and other particles get in. Especially if you have it located your bathroom like myself.
The toothbrush itself felt like it didn’t not clean my teeth as well as my current one. It was kind of loud and the timer worked well. One other comment is that it does come with a travel case but there is no way to charge it if you take it with you on a trip.
The actual water flossing was excellent and being able to control the water pressure was excellent. I really felt like this is where this device shined. I loved how well it actually flossed my teeth.
PRO’s:
-Very well built and stylish
-Super easy to get setup
-Toothbrush has a 2 min timer
-It has a travel case
-Has a cap for your toothbrush head
-The floss action is great
-adjustable water pressure
-Very well built and stylish
-Super easy to get setup
-Toothbrush has a 2 min timer
-It has a travel case
-Has a cap for your toothbrush head
-The floss action is great
-adjustable water pressure
CON’s:
-There is no charger for travel
-The toothbrush doesn’t really clean that well
-There is holes in the water reservoir that could potentially let in germs
-There is no charger for travel
-The toothbrush doesn’t really clean that well
-There is holes in the water reservoir that could potentially let in germs
SUMMARY:
Overall, I feel that this product is just ok. I do like the flossing feature but that is about it. I would recommend this to a friend if they are in the market for something like this.
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Simplify security at your home or business with this Yale Assure satin nickel touchscreen smart lock. The touchscreen design makes interacting easy, and the option for automatic unlocking when you approach with your phone adds convenience. This Yale Assure satin nickel touchscreen smart lock employs Wi-Fi connectivity for adjusting settings remotely.
Customer Rating
4
Innovative and Elegant
on May 28, 2019
Posted by: Ohanaman
from Kentucky
THE BREAKDOWN:
This product is another line of the ever growing WiFi/Bluetooth wireless door locks. All my testing was done with an iOS device/devices.
The packaging was very well done. It was just enough packaging to get the product delivered. In the box was everything needed to get this product up and running.
The installation took me about 15 min for the hardware. This is a very simple task for anyone who has changed a deadbolt before. Once the actual hardware was installed I downloaded the app and begin to set up the lock using the app. I like to think of myself as a tech person ( as I am a developer by trade) but I had some issues after creating master PIN. I could not get the lock to calibrate. I called tech support and they walked me through some steps and had to escalate my issue. I finally got the issue resolved on the third call to tech support. After a few factory resets and removing the module a few times the lock is finally working as intended.
The lock itself is very well made. I love the feel and heft of it as it makes you feel like it is very secure. One more thing that I really liked was the backing was actual rubber not plastic giving the lock just another level of polish. One feature about the lock that worries me is the screen where you put your PIN in is made of what appears to be glass and I found a few smudges on there after a few days of use. This could potentially be a security risk. I just try and wipe if off when I remember.
One thing that I haven’t gotten to work yet is actually using the Home Kit on my iOS device. I have tried several times but it cannot find it for some reason.
PRO’s:
-Very well built and stylish
-Super easy hardware installation
-Lots of customizable features
-Has an actual key as a backup
-August app keeps track of activity
-Can be used and monitored remotely
-Can issue temporary PIN numbers
-Auto lock feature
-Uses DoorSense to let you know if the door is ajar
-Very well built and stylish
-Super easy hardware installation
-Lots of customizable features
-Has an actual key as a backup
-August app keeps track of activity
-Can be used and monitored remotely
-Can issue temporary PIN numbers
-Auto lock feature
-Uses DoorSense to let you know if the door is ajar
CON’s:
-I had trouble with the application setup
-Apple Home kit still isn’t working for me
-I had trouble with the application setup
-Apple Home kit still isn’t working for me
SUMMARY:
Overall, I feel that this product is not only elegant but gives confidence and reliability. It is packed with customizable features that gives a homeowner many possibilities. I would definitely recommend this to a friend.
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See who's at the door on your smartphone with this SkyBell Trim Plus home-security doorbell. It sends HD video and two-way audio and can detect and record a visitor's presence via live monitoring and a motion sensor. This rugged SkyBell Trim Plus home-security doorbell has full-color night vision and withstands inclement weather.
Customer Rating
3
Not quite there yet!!
on May 27, 2019
Posted by: Ohanaman
from Kentucky
THE BREAKDOWN:
This product is another line of the ever growing video doorbell craze. It may cost a few dollars less than more popular versions of this product. It has the free storage which is a huge plus. All my testing was done with an iOS device/devices.
The packaging was very well done. It was just enough packaging to get the product delivered. In the box was everything needed to get this product up and running.
The setup was very easy and they even had a video setup. I already had a wired doorbell so my setup took less than 10 minutes. The app was really well done and it was a step by step process.
The door bell itself is not metal it is plastic but they did a good job making it appear like a brushed metal.
The motion sensor seems to be a little lacking for me. It worked sometimes and not others. I even changed the motion detection to high, med and low with still a hit or miss detection. The app has a lot of changeable features which as a tech person I love. One really cool feature is the ability to change the LED color on the doorbell. Very nice touch.
The one thing that I did not really like was that this product doesn’t support the 5Mhz bandwidth (which would allow for faster speeds meaning higher quality video) it only works on 2.4Mhz band.
The video quality was questionable at best for me. The 1080 did not work at all for me. I only heard the sounds and saw a black screen. The 720p (Better) image quality setting was a good image but was very laggy and pixelated. I found the 720p (Good) image quality setting worked best for me with only a little pixelation and laggy video.
One note is if you do not hit the red button to disconnect the app will not load the next time you try and view the camera. The night vision was surprisingly good for me.
The sound quality was just okay for me. On the outside at the doorbell you can hear just fine but it wasn’t clear it was more like a walkie-talkie sound. On my phone it was just okay almost the same sound as outside.
One note is if you do not hit the red button to disconnect the app will not load the next time you try and view the camera. The night vision was surprisingly good for me.
The sound quality was just okay for me. On the outside at the doorbell you can hear just fine but it wasn’t clear it was more like a walkie-talkie sound. On my phone it was just okay almost the same sound as outside.
PRO’s:
-Very sleek and stylish
-Super easy installation (if you have a wired doorbell already)
-Lots of customizable settings for people who are tech mined
-Night Vision was good
-No storage fees
-Very sleek and stylish
-Super easy installation (if you have a wired doorbell already)
-Lots of customizable settings for people who are tech mined
-Night Vision was good
-No storage fees
CON’s:
-Video quality is just ok
-Sound quality is just ok
-It is made of plastic not metal
-No 5mHz bandwidth capabilities
-Video does have a fish eye look
-Motion detection was hit or miss
-Video quality is just ok
-Sound quality is just ok
-It is made of plastic not metal
-No 5mHz bandwidth capabilities
-Video does have a fish eye look
-Motion detection was hit or miss
SUMMARY:
Overall, I feel that this product is overpriced for what you are getting. I would definitely spend the few extra dollars and get one of the more popular devices out there on the market. One tip would be to do your research. I think the cons far outweigh the pros on this one and feel that at this price point I would not recommend this product to a friend.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Meet Bose Frames. Bluetooth Sunglasses with a Soundtrack. The first audio sunglasses with built-in Bose speakers for an immersive audio experience unlike any other. A revolutionary personal audio experience hidden inside two classic designs, each enriched with premium accents and materials. Play music, take calls, and enjoy the sun with UVA/UVB protection. Bose Frames Rondo feature distinct rounded lenses with a smaller fit. Approved and tested for prescription lenses.
Customer Rating
4
Surprisingly GREAT!!
on May 27, 2019
Posted by: Ohanaman
from Kentucky
THE BREAKDOWN:
The Bose Frames caught me by surprise. They really deliver on sound. I thought the sound was excellent and balanced as expected from Bose. If you're looking for extreme bass then this product is not for you. Most of my friends and family were surprised at how loud they can get. I do think they after the volume hits 70 percent it does kind of sound distorted.
The side arms appear bulky but really don’t feel heavy on your face or become uncomfortable over time. At first I thought that everyone around me would be able to hear my music or phone conversations but they really don’t allow that much sound to get out of your personal space. They worked very well for making calls, I was able to hear people clear and without distortion and and they were able to hear me just fine. I tested this and the music function on several 3-5 mile runs as well as at work.
The AR function is really neat. Bose really did a great job in making this feel immersive. The AR functioned like it was intended to do. It was able to track and make responses on my head movements and by my voice. Overall, they did a great job on making this work. All I can say is give it a try for yourself.
The fit for me on the Rondo’s was a little tight as I have a large head the Alto’s are larger and may have fit me a little better. It took some time to get used to the placement of the power button as I kept hitting it when taking them off. The button features worked as intended and I really like the auto off after 2 seconds when you lay them upside down.
Battery life isn’t great. I got about 3 hours and 20 minutes consistently of usage. Also, it took about 2 hours to charge them.
PRO’s:
-Great sound for a small package
-Frames don’t feel heavy
-Very little sound leakage past your immediate area
-Awesome for calls or music
-Easy to pair
-Great sound for a small package
-Frames don’t feel heavy
-Very little sound leakage past your immediate area
-Awesome for calls or music
-Easy to pair
CON’s:
-Battery life isn’t great
-Lenses are not Polarized
-Cannot get a prescription lens without voiding the warranty
-Charging cable is not universal
-Battery life isn’t great
-Lenses are not Polarized
-Cannot get a prescription lens without voiding the warranty
-Charging cable is not universal
SUMMARY:
If you are in the market for something in this line them these are it! I love the ease of use and the sound quality that was delivered here by Bose. I also enjoyed using the Bose AR and look forward to what comes next within the AR field. Keep up the good work Bose and I would highly recommend this product for anyone looking for something like this.
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Add up to 63 hours of battery life to your Apple watch with this black Belkin AW Power Pack 2200. Portable and compact design makes it ideal for travel and on-the-go charging, so you can track fitness, use Apple Pay, and receive updates. The included micro USB cable in this Belkin AW Power Pack 2200 allows for easy connection to a wall charger.
Customer Rating
4
Great for on the go!!
on May 20, 2019
Posted by: Ohanaman
from Kentucky
THE BREAKDOWN: This device is very lightweight and compact. It works as intended. It can recharge your apple watch on the go.
Pros:
- The Belkin charger seems to be well made and meets the MFi certification and Apple performance standards.
- I charged my watch from 50% six times before I had to recharge the power bank itself.
- It comes with a $2,500 connected equipment warranty from Belkin.
- It has led’s that show how much charge is left.
Cons:
-The only thing that would make this nicer is if it used USB-C instead of the MICRO-USB.
The Bottom Line:
If you travel this device is a must have. You do not have to chase down cables and plug it in if you have a full charge. I would definitely recommend this product to a friend.
Pros:
- The Belkin charger seems to be well made and meets the MFi certification and Apple performance standards.
- I charged my watch from 50% six times before I had to recharge the power bank itself.
- It comes with a $2,500 connected equipment warranty from Belkin.
- It has led’s that show how much charge is left.
Cons:
-The only thing that would make this nicer is if it used USB-C instead of the MICRO-USB.
The Bottom Line:
If you travel this device is a must have. You do not have to chase down cables and plug it in if you have a full charge. I would definitely recommend this product to a friend.
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Pump up the volume with these Sony wireless on-ear headphones. Advanced drivers produce clear high-fidelity audio, while the EXTRA BASS feature helps you feel the beat by enhancing low-end frequencies. A 30-hour battery life keeps the music coming. With a lightweight construction and soft swiveling earcups, these Sony wireless on-ear headphones keep you comfortable while you listen.
Customer Rating
5
Great headphones at a great price point!!
on May 16, 2019
Posted by: Ohanaman
from Kentucky
THE BREAKDOWN:
These headphones are very lightweight and sleek. They are on-the-ear not over-the-ear headphones. That being said they are very soft and feel great on your ear but they do get hot after wearing them awhile. The lightweight headphone did not feel heavy or give me a headache after wearing them for extended period of time.
I thought the battery life was excellent at 30 hours. It does have a fast charge feature which is 10 minutes of charge will give you approx.. 90 min of listening. I tested this feature and found it to be spot on. Otherwise for a full charge it took almost 4 hours consistently.
The connection was simple and easy. The app that controls it was easy to download and use. It does have a lot of features in the app. You can change the position of the sound from the sides to the front or back. I found the sound to of excellent quality and would compare them with my Bose headphones. The extra bass was excellent as advertised.
PRO’s:
-sleek design with aluminum band
-very lightweight
-excellent 30 hour battery life
-USB-C fast charge feature (10min will give you 90min of play time)
-included 3.5mm audio cable to use in a wired mode
-extra bass setting is amazing
-the app had preset EQ setting and is customizable
-excellent sound quality
-very good sound quality on phone calls
-sleek design with aluminum band
-very lightweight
-excellent 30 hour battery life
-USB-C fast charge feature (10min will give you 90min of play time)
-included 3.5mm audio cable to use in a wired mode
-extra bass setting is amazing
-the app had preset EQ setting and is customizable
-excellent sound quality
-very good sound quality on phone calls
CON’s:
-gets hot on the ears after wearing for extended period of time
-gets hot on the ears after wearing for extended period of time
SUMMARY:
If you want a great priced set of headphones that delivers on design, sound quality, comfort and ease of use, then this set is for you. I would put them in a category of higher priced headphones. I would definitely recommend to a friend. I don’t think you will find anything as good at this price point!
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Ensure full power for your mobile devices during long drives with this Anker ROAV Bolt car charger. It’s compatible with Google Assistant for voice-controlled navigation and music streaming, and it supports versatile connectivity via Bluetooth, and auxiliary port. This Anker ROAV Bolt car charger’s compact, lightweight design offers convenient portability and storage.
Customer Rating
2
"Smart" USB charger....NOT for me!!
on April 25, 2019
Posted by: Ohanaman
from Kentucky
THE BREAKDOWN:
To start off, I found this product to be packaged very nicely. The only thing that I would complain about is the 3.5mm cable box is tough to get out if you have big hands.
The setup was pretty simple. I have an iOS phone and unlike those that have android my app did not automatically download. Not that it was an issue, I easily found it and downloaded it. The setup was quite simple and took only about 2 minutes.
The first time I set this up using only the AUX port. It worked as intended. The only downside was you can only play music using your phone. If you change your car to FM or AM or CD you cannot use this device. While making calls the person said it sounded as if I was in a barrel.
The second time I set it up using the Bluetooth function. It worked as it should but when on a call the other side said it sounded as if I was in a barrel. I also noticed that it switched between using my vehicle mic and the mic on the device itself.
While trying to use the Google Assistant it was very laggy. I felt as if sometimes it took up to 10 seconds to get the listening tone and after I gave it a command it took upwards of 20 seconds to respond.
The charging ports are not fast chargers they are only 2.4 amps per port. I tried both ports and they worked as intended.
PRO’s:
-It does have charging ports…..but they are not fast charging
-If you have a vehicle that does not have Bluetooth capabilities you do not have to plug in the 3.5mm jack every time you get in
-Fairly easy setup
-Packaging was very well done
-It does have charging ports…..but they are not fast charging
-If you have a vehicle that does not have Bluetooth capabilities you do not have to plug in the 3.5mm jack every time you get in
-Fairly easy setup
-Packaging was very well done
CON’s:
-No fast charging ports
-Delayed response
-Cannot listen to CD or Radio while using
-It is basically a middle man that is not needed….If you have a smartphone..just use that it is the same thing
-No fast charging ports
-Delayed response
-Cannot listen to CD or Radio while using
-It is basically a middle man that is not needed….If you have a smartphone..just use that it is the same thing
SUMMARY:
I really don’t think that this product is worth the money. You can do everything just using your smartphone without the need for this middle ware if you will. The idea of a “Smart” charger really doesn’t even make sense if you ask me because you can just use your phone. Overall, I’m not impressed but I look forward to seeing what happens in the future!
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Experience powerful video and impressive sound from this Samsung curved TV. It has a 55-inch curved screen that draws you in and makes the action seem even more realistic, while the 4K resolution produces impressive detail. Quantum Dot technology in this Samsung curved TV keeps colors looking ultra-realistic and blacks even darker than before.
Customer Rating
4
Captivating, Innovating not there yet!!
on April 28, 2017
Posted by: Ohanaman
Let me start off by saying that this SAMSUNG QLED is CAPTIVATING and very innovative. It has an amazing picture quality and vibrant color spectrum due to Samsung’s quantum dot technology. They are the absolute brightest colors with deep and true blacks that I have ever seen on a TV. Overall, I think that this TV is refined, updated and suitable for movie watchers, sports fans, video gamers or technology lovers like myself. Just a beginning note: even though this was an incentivized review as part of a promotion, these comments are honest and they are mine.
The design of packaging was beautiful and well-engineered! The unboxing was pleasing to eyes and the geek inside me as well. Each step was carefully calculated to maximize the user experience while creating “Christmas present-like” anticipation. They even figured out how to use the curved Styrofoam part of the packing as a stool to set the TV on while you attach your connections. The instructions were detailed and on point. I personally did not use the stand that came with the TV, I instead used a wall mount. One thing to keep in mind is if you are going to wall mount the TV, make sure you have the proper bolts which are listed in the manual. I had to run to Home Depot to get a few, luckily I only live 8 minutes from there. The stand that came with it however was very well built, beautiful and sleek with the ability to hide the cables from your TV to the OneConnect box. The “Boundless 360° design” is amazing, not quite infinity edge but very close. Most edges really are pencil thin and the ability to hide/run cables through the supplied mount is genius One comment on the back of the TV would be that it is sleek and visually pleasing, I feel that the grooves/ridges give a slimmer than actual look. On a side note: is the one box a good idea? It does declutter the cables if you are wall mounting but if not, it just adds to the additional boxes that you have. For me it does reduce the wires on the wall but I gain another box (which is a pretty good size) you have to find a place for. I will let you decide, I think I would rather have extra cable than another box to deal with.
The set-up process was rather fast, simple and straight forward. There was a power cable and super thin HDMI cable (which by the way is $299) that goes from the back of the TV to the OneConnect box. One thing to note is you need to outlets for power, one for the TV and one for the OneConnect box.
From the moment you turn it on you will be amazed!! There will be a little demo and then it walks you through the setup process. It connected to all of my devices except the sound system (which I will describe later). The Samsung QLED TV is a serious upgrade from the first generation UN46B6000VF that I replaced with it! This TV has some of the most strikingly bright and sharpest colors I have viewed on ANY TV. There were a few times while watching a movie that it was so lifelike that it looked fake. The colors that are produced with this TV are absolutely stunning!! The only caveat that I have with that is at night when watching in total darkness the colors can almost seem too bright and actually hurt my eyes (this is in Dynamic Picture Mode). The factory setting menu has a bright white background and is SUPER bright. However, they have a setting you can change to make it darker color so that it doesn’t hurt your eyes. One of the issues I found when viewing in daylight and at night is local dimming and “blooming”. This is one of the downfall of edge-lit displays. While viewing a local dimming/blooming example from YouTube ( https://youtu.be/qmL2H2WPQL8 ) in day or night conditions it still has a good amount of “blooming”.
This TV is AWESOME in almost every viewing mode i.e. Xbox One playing, Xfinity TV, Amazon Video, Netflix (With Ultra High Def.) I have tested almost everything but the PC and it is absolutely amazing.
I have never owned a curved TV but have seen then in stores and this one hasn’t disappointed me. The only time you even notice that it is really curved is if you are standing directly beside it. While watching 8-10 feet way on the couch or directly in front or off to the sides of it you never even notice that it is curved. The contrast and picture from the front and slightly off to the sides is amazing! One thing about this particular TV is that when you move past 45° from the center the stunning colors start to diminish. This is particularly disappointing as they have boasted “Picture perfect view from every seat” which in my testing just wasn’t the case. As much as I wanted to give perfect marks this was a major disappointment.
The remote is metal with upgraded feel, sleek and stylish well thought out! Even the batteries have a little button to push to get the batteries out. The remote works with all my other components just fine. I do think that there is learning curve to using this remote with all the other components. My wife hates that there is a lack of buttons like fast forward and rewind for when we are watching recorded shows. Don’t get me wrong you CAN fast forward but it requires some extra button pushing. I think that the larger remote just has more functionality. I do like the idea of simplification but all the functionality is there. The voice functions on the remote actually work very well with little to no background interference. The total inputs for this model are: HDMI-4, USB-3, Digital Optical Audio Out-1, Tuner (Cable/Ant)-1, and Ethernet-1. I feel that it has plenty of options for inputs.
The inherent speakers sound average in my opinion. The sound quality is not excellent but it isn’t terrible either. I do have a 5.1 Samsung surround sound system that I use. With that being said there has been some complications on the TV recognizing it. It recognizes it then just goes back to the onboard speakers instead. I have contacted Samsung customer support to rectify this issue. Once the issue is addressed and rectified I will update my review.
The apps function of this TV are AMAZING. I can get to all the things I love at the click of the button in less than second. This function is fluid and fast, just an amazing feature that works better than intended in my opinion. The interface is smooth and simple and zero lag. I can get to my cable, Netflix, Amazon and YouTube in a split second.
In conclusion:
The PRO’s
-Great Design very sleek and modern
-Bright, Vivid Color
-Deep Black and Strong Contrast
-“Boundless 360° design”
-Easy to use from the start
-Apps are not glitchy and work great
-The speakers are not that bad
The CON’s
-The picture washes out as the viewing angle increases
-Local dimming/blooming issues
-The remote is too simple/has no numbers
-Recognizing components is sometimes glitchy
-Lack of 3D capabilities at this price point
-The price is high for what you get
In closing this TV has the most amazing colors I have ever seen. It is sleek and modern with a super easy user interface and a plug and play feel. Which is what most consumers are looking for these days. For those super techy people this TV may be lacking especially at this price point. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with this Samsung QLED Q7C.
The design of packaging was beautiful and well-engineered! The unboxing was pleasing to eyes and the geek inside me as well. Each step was carefully calculated to maximize the user experience while creating “Christmas present-like” anticipation. They even figured out how to use the curved Styrofoam part of the packing as a stool to set the TV on while you attach your connections. The instructions were detailed and on point. I personally did not use the stand that came with the TV, I instead used a wall mount. One thing to keep in mind is if you are going to wall mount the TV, make sure you have the proper bolts which are listed in the manual. I had to run to Home Depot to get a few, luckily I only live 8 minutes from there. The stand that came with it however was very well built, beautiful and sleek with the ability to hide the cables from your TV to the OneConnect box. The “Boundless 360° design” is amazing, not quite infinity edge but very close. Most edges really are pencil thin and the ability to hide/run cables through the supplied mount is genius One comment on the back of the TV would be that it is sleek and visually pleasing, I feel that the grooves/ridges give a slimmer than actual look. On a side note: is the one box a good idea? It does declutter the cables if you are wall mounting but if not, it just adds to the additional boxes that you have. For me it does reduce the wires on the wall but I gain another box (which is a pretty good size) you have to find a place for. I will let you decide, I think I would rather have extra cable than another box to deal with.
The set-up process was rather fast, simple and straight forward. There was a power cable and super thin HDMI cable (which by the way is $299) that goes from the back of the TV to the OneConnect box. One thing to note is you need to outlets for power, one for the TV and one for the OneConnect box.
From the moment you turn it on you will be amazed!! There will be a little demo and then it walks you through the setup process. It connected to all of my devices except the sound system (which I will describe later). The Samsung QLED TV is a serious upgrade from the first generation UN46B6000VF that I replaced with it! This TV has some of the most strikingly bright and sharpest colors I have viewed on ANY TV. There were a few times while watching a movie that it was so lifelike that it looked fake. The colors that are produced with this TV are absolutely stunning!! The only caveat that I have with that is at night when watching in total darkness the colors can almost seem too bright and actually hurt my eyes (this is in Dynamic Picture Mode). The factory setting menu has a bright white background and is SUPER bright. However, they have a setting you can change to make it darker color so that it doesn’t hurt your eyes. One of the issues I found when viewing in daylight and at night is local dimming and “blooming”. This is one of the downfall of edge-lit displays. While viewing a local dimming/blooming example from YouTube ( https://youtu.be/qmL2H2WPQL8 ) in day or night conditions it still has a good amount of “blooming”.
This TV is AWESOME in almost every viewing mode i.e. Xbox One playing, Xfinity TV, Amazon Video, Netflix (With Ultra High Def.) I have tested almost everything but the PC and it is absolutely amazing.
I have never owned a curved TV but have seen then in stores and this one hasn’t disappointed me. The only time you even notice that it is really curved is if you are standing directly beside it. While watching 8-10 feet way on the couch or directly in front or off to the sides of it you never even notice that it is curved. The contrast and picture from the front and slightly off to the sides is amazing! One thing about this particular TV is that when you move past 45° from the center the stunning colors start to diminish. This is particularly disappointing as they have boasted “Picture perfect view from every seat” which in my testing just wasn’t the case. As much as I wanted to give perfect marks this was a major disappointment.
The remote is metal with upgraded feel, sleek and stylish well thought out! Even the batteries have a little button to push to get the batteries out. The remote works with all my other components just fine. I do think that there is learning curve to using this remote with all the other components. My wife hates that there is a lack of buttons like fast forward and rewind for when we are watching recorded shows. Don’t get me wrong you CAN fast forward but it requires some extra button pushing. I think that the larger remote just has more functionality. I do like the idea of simplification but all the functionality is there. The voice functions on the remote actually work very well with little to no background interference. The total inputs for this model are: HDMI-4, USB-3, Digital Optical Audio Out-1, Tuner (Cable/Ant)-1, and Ethernet-1. I feel that it has plenty of options for inputs.
The inherent speakers sound average in my opinion. The sound quality is not excellent but it isn’t terrible either. I do have a 5.1 Samsung surround sound system that I use. With that being said there has been some complications on the TV recognizing it. It recognizes it then just goes back to the onboard speakers instead. I have contacted Samsung customer support to rectify this issue. Once the issue is addressed and rectified I will update my review.
The apps function of this TV are AMAZING. I can get to all the things I love at the click of the button in less than second. This function is fluid and fast, just an amazing feature that works better than intended in my opinion. The interface is smooth and simple and zero lag. I can get to my cable, Netflix, Amazon and YouTube in a split second.
In conclusion:
The PRO’s
-Great Design very sleek and modern
-Bright, Vivid Color
-Deep Black and Strong Contrast
-“Boundless 360° design”
-Easy to use from the start
-Apps are not glitchy and work great
-The speakers are not that bad
The CON’s
-The picture washes out as the viewing angle increases
-Local dimming/blooming issues
-The remote is too simple/has no numbers
-Recognizing components is sometimes glitchy
-Lack of 3D capabilities at this price point
-The price is high for what you get
In closing this TV has the most amazing colors I have ever seen. It is sleek and modern with a super easy user interface and a plug and play feel. Which is what most consumers are looking for these days. For those super techy people this TV may be lacking especially at this price point. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with this Samsung QLED Q7C.
My Best Buy number: 3499420007
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With no wires in the way, Bose SoundSport Wireless Sports Earbuds keep you moving with powerful audio. Perfect for exercise and running with a sweat and weather resistant design and StayHear+ tips designed for comfort and stability. The Tile app makes your headphones easy to find if they ever go missing.
Customer Rating
3
Best all around but need improvements
on February 24, 2017
Posted by: Ohanaman
The design of the packaging was simple yet refined. One way to describe it is like unboxing an Apple product. It seems modern and sleek and just a pleasure to unwrap to see what treasure lies beneath. The packaging wasn’t cumbersome; you did not have to untie a million plastic/metal ties or separate plastic to unleash the awaiting prize. The package included the ear phones, a set of small and large ear tips to go with the medium ones already on the device along with a carrying case.
At first glance these Bluetooth wireless buds looked to be bulky to include the in-line mic/volume device and heavy like a pair of cheap knockoffs I had previously ordered off of Amazon. One note on the knockoff QY7’s is that the sound quality and battery life were really not that bad, especially for the very little money that they were purchased for. The QY7’s felt bulky, heavy and made my ears hurt and feel tired after about 30 min.
I picked them up and surprisingly they felt very light albeit still bulky comparted to the Jaybird Bluebuds that I have and use as well. I left the original size medium ear tips on and placed them into my ears. They are the MOST COMFORTABLE ear buds that I have ever worn. I have used these for 2 months now. I work out 6-7 days a week doing Crossfit and training for marathons. So, I can say that I have spent many hours a week with these in my ears and they have never given me that hurting or “heavy” feeling all the other Bluetooth earbuds have in the past. On caveat that is a drawback for me is that when I work out especially in the winter; I wear a microfiber beanie hat. With these in my ears the bulkiness of them becomes a drawback leading to uncomfortableness from size if these pushing on my inner ear from the beanie. I have the Jaybirds that have a smaller form factor and do not do this when I wear the beanie. I also want to note that these NEVER fall out of my ears and I NEVER have to readjust them during exercise which is a HUGE plus for me. Just a side note; the apple earbuds DO NOT stay in my ears at all!! I have to mess with them the whole time when exercising, in fact, if they are the only ones in my gym bag I go WITHOUT!!
The material seems to be hard plastic and soft rubbery plastic that overall feels top end and has given me no issues thus far. I sweat profusely and have had no issues with sweat altering the performance of these headphones. The added clip to attach them to your shirt seems to work as intended but for me most of the time it pulls from the wire and stays on my shirt if I do not get a good grip on the actual clip.
The in-line mic and volume button has worked flawlessly for me to this point. The negative for is that it is extremely bulky as if there were a separate battery stored in there or something. I find that because of its size and heaviness it swings back and forth when I run and it can get super annoying on long runs. I don’t really notice it when doing Crossfit or lifting. The structure has held up fine with no malfunctioning parts or rips or tears as of yet. The reported sound quality of the mic from people that I have called has seemed to be good even when I am running or in the car with windows down.
Connecting these headphones to my devices was easy and painless. You can be connected to 2 devices at one time which is pretty cool. The other plus for me is that the range is outstanding. When in the gym this is awesome thing. It makes it so I don’t have to take my phone around the gym with me. I have a gym with a track around it and I can go do a lap and come back and never lose a connection. I bet it is over a 100ft away at the far end of the track.
The battery life is probably on the low end of average. You would think with the size of the earbuds and in-line mice with volume controls it would be at least 8 hours if not 10. I can almost get 4 days out of one charge, if I don’t watch Netflix or anything like that at night. One feature on the battery is that when you turn them on they have a voice that tells you how much battery life you have remaining and it is always rounded to the nearest 10%. So, if you actually had 96% battery life it would say; you have 90% battery life remaining. To some it may not be annoying but for me I want to know exactly.
Sound quality is as to be expected by Bose. It is very clear and even feeling. The highs are not too high and mids are perfectly balanced and the base is not super bassy (is that even a word). I think that someone that likes a lot of bass might be disappointed but for me it is perfect. A couple things to note is that these are not noise cancelling and are not marketed to be. These seem to have the perfect balance of passive noise meaning that when I’m running I am totally immersed into the music but when a car comes near I can still hear it. Which I find amazing!! Another thing to note is that the volume doesn’t get overly loud. What I mean by that is that it does get loud but you cannot make it SUPER loud, like it has a limit or cap on how loud you can make it. For me it seems to be just ok but I would like to have the option to make it a little louder. One last thing on sound I would like to mention is that when I’m home relaxing and I watch TV on my Ipad with my children running around I like to leave one earphone out so I can make sure I can hear everything in the house incase I’m needed. So, with that said with one earphone in the Bose experience diminishes and is less than average on the sound quality. There is some kind of “magic” that happens when both ear pieces are in but with only one the “magic” is simply gone.
Conclusions: Finally, Bose has entered the sporty Bluetooth headphone world!! Overall not bad but Bose has a lot of work to do especially at this price point. Almost wish I would have waited for the second version.
The Good: Probably the best pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones I own. The sound is amazing. Fits and stays in my ear. Super easy to pair with my other devices. The Bluetooth range is outstanding. Super lightweight although looks bulky.
The Bad: The price is on the high side for what you get compared to the current competition. Not so comfortable when wearing a beanie hat. Super bulky ear pieces and in-line mic. With only one earpiece in the sound is not that great! The Bose app really doesn’t really do anything. The battery life is marginal for this price point.
At first glance these Bluetooth wireless buds looked to be bulky to include the in-line mic/volume device and heavy like a pair of cheap knockoffs I had previously ordered off of Amazon. One note on the knockoff QY7’s is that the sound quality and battery life were really not that bad, especially for the very little money that they were purchased for. The QY7’s felt bulky, heavy and made my ears hurt and feel tired after about 30 min.
I picked them up and surprisingly they felt very light albeit still bulky comparted to the Jaybird Bluebuds that I have and use as well. I left the original size medium ear tips on and placed them into my ears. They are the MOST COMFORTABLE ear buds that I have ever worn. I have used these for 2 months now. I work out 6-7 days a week doing Crossfit and training for marathons. So, I can say that I have spent many hours a week with these in my ears and they have never given me that hurting or “heavy” feeling all the other Bluetooth earbuds have in the past. On caveat that is a drawback for me is that when I work out especially in the winter; I wear a microfiber beanie hat. With these in my ears the bulkiness of them becomes a drawback leading to uncomfortableness from size if these pushing on my inner ear from the beanie. I have the Jaybirds that have a smaller form factor and do not do this when I wear the beanie. I also want to note that these NEVER fall out of my ears and I NEVER have to readjust them during exercise which is a HUGE plus for me. Just a side note; the apple earbuds DO NOT stay in my ears at all!! I have to mess with them the whole time when exercising, in fact, if they are the only ones in my gym bag I go WITHOUT!!
The material seems to be hard plastic and soft rubbery plastic that overall feels top end and has given me no issues thus far. I sweat profusely and have had no issues with sweat altering the performance of these headphones. The added clip to attach them to your shirt seems to work as intended but for me most of the time it pulls from the wire and stays on my shirt if I do not get a good grip on the actual clip.
The in-line mic and volume button has worked flawlessly for me to this point. The negative for is that it is extremely bulky as if there were a separate battery stored in there or something. I find that because of its size and heaviness it swings back and forth when I run and it can get super annoying on long runs. I don’t really notice it when doing Crossfit or lifting. The structure has held up fine with no malfunctioning parts or rips or tears as of yet. The reported sound quality of the mic from people that I have called has seemed to be good even when I am running or in the car with windows down.
Connecting these headphones to my devices was easy and painless. You can be connected to 2 devices at one time which is pretty cool. The other plus for me is that the range is outstanding. When in the gym this is awesome thing. It makes it so I don’t have to take my phone around the gym with me. I have a gym with a track around it and I can go do a lap and come back and never lose a connection. I bet it is over a 100ft away at the far end of the track.
The battery life is probably on the low end of average. You would think with the size of the earbuds and in-line mice with volume controls it would be at least 8 hours if not 10. I can almost get 4 days out of one charge, if I don’t watch Netflix or anything like that at night. One feature on the battery is that when you turn them on they have a voice that tells you how much battery life you have remaining and it is always rounded to the nearest 10%. So, if you actually had 96% battery life it would say; you have 90% battery life remaining. To some it may not be annoying but for me I want to know exactly.
Sound quality is as to be expected by Bose. It is very clear and even feeling. The highs are not too high and mids are perfectly balanced and the base is not super bassy (is that even a word). I think that someone that likes a lot of bass might be disappointed but for me it is perfect. A couple things to note is that these are not noise cancelling and are not marketed to be. These seem to have the perfect balance of passive noise meaning that when I’m running I am totally immersed into the music but when a car comes near I can still hear it. Which I find amazing!! Another thing to note is that the volume doesn’t get overly loud. What I mean by that is that it does get loud but you cannot make it SUPER loud, like it has a limit or cap on how loud you can make it. For me it seems to be just ok but I would like to have the option to make it a little louder. One last thing on sound I would like to mention is that when I’m home relaxing and I watch TV on my Ipad with my children running around I like to leave one earphone out so I can make sure I can hear everything in the house incase I’m needed. So, with that said with one earphone in the Bose experience diminishes and is less than average on the sound quality. There is some kind of “magic” that happens when both ear pieces are in but with only one the “magic” is simply gone.
Conclusions: Finally, Bose has entered the sporty Bluetooth headphone world!! Overall not bad but Bose has a lot of work to do especially at this price point. Almost wish I would have waited for the second version.
The Good: Probably the best pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones I own. The sound is amazing. Fits and stays in my ear. Super easy to pair with my other devices. The Bluetooth range is outstanding. Super lightweight although looks bulky.
The Bad: The price is on the high side for what you get compared to the current competition. Not so comfortable when wearing a beanie hat. Super bulky ear pieces and in-line mic. With only one earpiece in the sound is not that great! The Bose app really doesn’t really do anything. The battery life is marginal for this price point.
My Best Buy number: 3499420007
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy multiple benefits when wearing these Samsung IconX headphones. They double as a fitness tracker to record distance, speed and calories burned, and 4GB of memory lets you store up to 1,000 songs directly on these ear pieces. These Samsung IconX headphones come without wires for ultimate mobility during your workout.
Customer Rating
3
Intuitive but lacks the basics-> Battery&Sound!
on December 1, 2016
Posted by: Ohanaman
I have had several Bluetooth headphones over the past few years. I like to run marathons and I spend a lot time with my music both outside and inside training. I have had Jaybird bluebud X’s and couple pair of amazon knockoffs. So, for me the thought of that wire not hitting off the back of my neck and head as I pound the miles out is very pleasing. One caveat to my review is that I have an IOS phone and devices in my home. With that being said I will attempt to give you an personal and accurate review of the Samsung Gear icon X.
Pro’s:
1. Fully wireless…zero wires
2. The fit with the original ear pieces was snug and did not fall out while running or doing Crossfit
3. The touch controls were a neat feature with good voice prompts that were easy to understand
4. The charging/carrying case is very sturdy and good place to keep the earbuds to keep them clean and from getting lost in a gym bag and damaged.
5. The charging/carrying case fully charges the earbuds in 30-45 min and this is portable without being attached to a power outlet, provided that you charged it up of course.
6. You can store up to 4GB of music on the earbuds themselves so you don’t need to be tethered to a phone or device to listen to music while working out!
Cons:
1. The price point is high for what you are getting.
2. The battery life is short at 2 hours compared to my Jaybirds and amazon knockoffs at 6-8 hours. This in my opinion, as a marathoner, and someone who loves to workout is a must. There is nothing worse than getting ready to do your workout and realize that you earbuds are DEAD!!
3. The sound quality is just OK. To get even close to my other earbuds I have to shove it deep into my ear.
4. While working out I hear everything around me. I have tried this outside running, inside on the treadmill while connected to my Ipad binge watching Luke Cage on Netflix. These earbuds are terrible at isolating the outside noise. I tried them several times with different ear pieces and different setting and I could for the life of me not hear the music or shows good enough to actually enjoy them like with my other Bluetooth headphones.
5. There is no fitness tracking available for IOS devices which is a big letdown considering that is another big selling point.
6. The touch controls can be confusing and easily bumped while working out or switching between calls and music.
All in all I love the design and intuitiveness of the Samsung Gear icon X but they need a lot more work to reach the standard in which I know that Samsung is capable of. I look forward to future generation of this concept! For now I will stay with my corded Bluetooth headphones.
Pro’s:
1. Fully wireless…zero wires
2. The fit with the original ear pieces was snug and did not fall out while running or doing Crossfit
3. The touch controls were a neat feature with good voice prompts that were easy to understand
4. The charging/carrying case is very sturdy and good place to keep the earbuds to keep them clean and from getting lost in a gym bag and damaged.
5. The charging/carrying case fully charges the earbuds in 30-45 min and this is portable without being attached to a power outlet, provided that you charged it up of course.
6. You can store up to 4GB of music on the earbuds themselves so you don’t need to be tethered to a phone or device to listen to music while working out!
Cons:
1. The price point is high for what you are getting.
2. The battery life is short at 2 hours compared to my Jaybirds and amazon knockoffs at 6-8 hours. This in my opinion, as a marathoner, and someone who loves to workout is a must. There is nothing worse than getting ready to do your workout and realize that you earbuds are DEAD!!
3. The sound quality is just OK. To get even close to my other earbuds I have to shove it deep into my ear.
4. While working out I hear everything around me. I have tried this outside running, inside on the treadmill while connected to my Ipad binge watching Luke Cage on Netflix. These earbuds are terrible at isolating the outside noise. I tried them several times with different ear pieces and different setting and I could for the life of me not hear the music or shows good enough to actually enjoy them like with my other Bluetooth headphones.
5. There is no fitness tracking available for IOS devices which is a big letdown considering that is another big selling point.
6. The touch controls can be confusing and easily bumped while working out or switching between calls and music.
All in all I love the design and intuitiveness of the Samsung Gear icon X but they need a lot more work to reach the standard in which I know that Samsung is capable of. I look forward to future generation of this concept! For now I will stay with my corded Bluetooth headphones.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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The Swann Professional 4K HD 6 Camera 8 Channel DVR CCTV camera security system is sure to give you peace of mind from every angle. Protect your loved ones & property with this multi-camera, wired surveillance system with everything you need to do-it-yourself or have it professionally installed. Be safe & confident as Swann outdoor home security cameras (camaras de seguridad para casa exterior) have you covered. A perfect home security system (camaras de seguridad inalambricas). See what's happening with digitally enhanced upscaling technology that provides 4K camera resolution & zoom - you won't miss a thing. Know what’s happening at any hour with powerful night vision up to 130ft in total darkness. Enjoy local recording onto the massive 2TB hard drive with no fees ever, store months of recordings before it starts saving over older footage. Cut the cost of crime & know what’s happening with this 8 camera security system (8 camaras de seguridad) to suit large homes, offices, small businesses & retail stores. Actively prevent crime as heat & motion trigger sensor lights, mobile alerts & video recordings. Enjoy hands-free security using voice commands. Stream video from your camera via Hey Google & Chromecast, Google Home Hub, or via Alexa devices with a screen, such as Echo Spot, Echo Show or 4K Fire TV. The Professional weatherproof design is IP66 rated, meaning they are built to withstand rain, snow & heat, all year round. The Pro-Series includes a DVR-5680 8 Channel DVR security system with 2TB Hard Drive, 4K Bullet Cameras x 8 also can be used as an indoor security camera, BNC Cables x 6, HDMI Cable, Power Adapter, Mouse, Mounting Screws & Plugs, Quick Start Guide and Theft Deterrent Stickers. Wireless cameras for home security & wifi cameras can be found on Swann's main website.
DO THESE HAVE TWO WAY AUDIO?
No, this does not have 2 way audio. The sound that it has is a siren to deter intruders.
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Is this system waterproof
Yes, this system claims to be weatherproof. To work in all conditions like rain and snow all year round.
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Philips 3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine w/ LatteGo, Black
is that machine automatic?
Yes, this machine is automatic. Once you load the whole beans or you can a scoop of ground coffee and fill the water reservoir you just select the button for which coffee you would like it to make. It automatically dumps the grounds inside. I have made several cups before I had to empty the grounds collector. Hope that helps.
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How cups of coffee can it brew at once?
You can brew 2 cups at one time. Meaning that you place 2 coffee cups under the dispenser. Hope that helps!
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