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Best for homes and home offices, the Brother HL-L2405W Wireless Compact Black & White (Monochrome) Laser Printer is the sensible, time-saving choice for connected printing. Simple and affordable, this reliable printer consistently produces crisp, easy-to-read black & white prints and offers print speeds up to 30 ISO pages per minute (1) (ppm). The 250-sheet paper tray (2) reduces the frequency of paper refills, helping to save you more time in the workday. You can connect this dependable printer to multiple devices using built-in dual-band wireless or connect locally to a single device with the USB 2.0 interface. Safeguard your information and maintain secure connections while printing with advanced security features. Efficient, durable, and cost-effective, this wireless printer is a time-saving addition to any home workspace.
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Out of the box its just what you would expect from Brother, a no frills basic cube style laser printer. It's the brand and product that count here. I know a lot of companies are trying to make eye catching printers but you pay a lot extra for that. I'm just waiting for them to be built into the PC case, then we will be set, a literal all in one device. Set up was almost great, I had a hard time getting it to connect through the app and had to reset it once to get it findable with the bluetooth. Once through that issue and after downloading the app and plug in I was rocking and rolling, printing from the phone has basic print options like any other printer. Prints fast and quiet and holds tons of paper, 250 sheets to be exact. Has an additional slot out front for alternative sized paper. This printer is small and reasonable enough for a nice mobile print station to keep on the back seat for your mobile office. Brother has a auto toner EZ print subscription service so you never have to bother about forgetting to order it or not having one on hand when needed. We all have tons of things to do, this is one less item to worry about. Inexpensive, fast, quality you'd expect from Brother, it's a no brainer purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience high-quality game audio on your Xbox, PlayStation, PC or Nintendo Switch with the RIG 600 PRO HX. Master your game audio using dual-mode wireless with low-latency 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5.1. Stay connected across multiple gaming platforms and mobile devices with Bluetooth and a universal wireless adapter for Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC. Bass-boosted, high-sensitivity 40mm drivers with tuned acoustic chambers deliver balanced sound and enhanced volume levels without distortion. Gain a competitive edge to react faster and more accurately with Dolby Atmos for Headphones. Experience a rich 3D soundscape that provides depth and dimension, allowing you to detect every sound, including overhead and unseen. The lightweight wireless headset offers all-day comfort and up to 24-hour battery life via Bluetooth and up to 18 hours using the 2.4GHz USB-C wireless dongle. Enjoy the comfort of sound-isolating earcups and a cushioned headband that’s both flexible and virtually unbreakable.
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Pretty cool headset for the average gamer. The dual wireless connections are my favorite part. I can answer calls with Bluetooth while connected to my console or PC with the 2.4ghz knee deep into a game. This can also just be set to game mode.
Although specifically designed for the Xbox they will also work on PC, Sony PlayStation and the Nintendo Switch with the included wireless adapter.
The headset itself isn’t bad looking but not as fancy as it’s higher price competitors. For being such a light unit, it sounds really good and holds a charge for longer than I can game for these days. The Dolby Atmos has great bass and crisp highs, I was honestly shocked at the sound quality of these. Be sure to download the app to get full control of the settings.
I was expecting much less at this price point. Did I mention they were comfortable...well they are, and I didn’t feel any discomfort after 8 hours of continuous use. You have multiple options for head size so they should fit most comfortably.
The mic can be muted by flipping up the boom and inserting it flush into the headphones which is nice and clean looking or through the app. Seeing is how these are designed to be used with a phone simultaneously I would assume most would have a phone handy or nearby while using these.
Pick a pair of these up, you won’t be disappointed.
Although specifically designed for the Xbox they will also work on PC, Sony PlayStation and the Nintendo Switch with the included wireless adapter.
The headset itself isn’t bad looking but not as fancy as it’s higher price competitors. For being such a light unit, it sounds really good and holds a charge for longer than I can game for these days. The Dolby Atmos has great bass and crisp highs, I was honestly shocked at the sound quality of these. Be sure to download the app to get full control of the settings.
I was expecting much less at this price point. Did I mention they were comfortable...well they are, and I didn’t feel any discomfort after 8 hours of continuous use. You have multiple options for head size so they should fit most comfortably.
The mic can be muted by flipping up the boom and inserting it flush into the headphones which is nice and clean looking or through the app. Seeing is how these are designed to be used with a phone simultaneously I would assume most would have a phone handy or nearby while using these.
Pick a pair of these up, you won’t be disappointed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The perfect refillable, cartridge-free supertank printer for everyday printing. Designed to be intuitively smart and offers ultra-low cost printing. The HP Smart Tank 5000 comes with up to 2 years of ink, giving families flexibility to print all they need. Stay connected with worry-free Wi-Fi and easy setup using HP app. Simple. Refillable. Affordable. From North America's #1 Printer Company.
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I took the 1 star off for the slow color print speeds, that's about all I could find wrong with this printer.
Now that that's out of the way, open the package, remove the printer, install app and follow prompts to fill tanks with bottles of ink and take care of the calibration set up and your done. Maybe about 10 minutes in total from opening the box to printing your first page. From the app you have tons of settings, ink levels, fax, scan and print options. The ink included is said to last 2 years, that's fantastic for a home environment, hopefully the print heads don't get clogged up in the meantime. Says it will only work with Window's 7, 10 11 and MAC OS, the Apple and droid phones. Holds 100 sheets in the feeder tray. I would definitely recommend this for someone from a small office, maybe remote works from home type or just normal home use. Document use as well, this is not a photo quality printer. The foot print is small and I really like the tank idea, now if we can find someone to refill them, we can keep eliminating waste, if the printer lasts that long as well. I am a big HP fan, this one is replacing my Tango that I've had for many years, only connectivity issues with that one. It will be donated to hopefully get more use of it.
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The GO Work Wireless On-Ear Headset from JLab will be your new best friend at the office. Featuring 45+ hours of playtime to get you through a full work week and Bluetooth multipoint, you can connect to 2 devices at once so you can transition from mobile to laptop without tocuhing any settings. The GO Work Headset also features 2 microphones for clear calling, a retractable boom mic with LED quick mute indicator, multi-functional buttons for controls, and 2 EQ settings for Work or Music mode.
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Jlab has made a great inexpensive set of headphones for use in a office environment. I guess great for the mobile office and trucker as well, now that I think about it. With Bluetooth connectivity, volume, track, play, pause, answer and hang up controls at your fingertips. The microphone is a boom mic that also rotates for the perfect setting. Type-C usb charging port, so they are on point with that. The Bluetooth also allows multiple connections, up to two devices! With the app you can adjust the EQ which helps some, but \don't expect to be blown away with the audio here, listening to tunes at a lower volume sounds okay but I would definitely only recommend these for talking on the phone or using during conference calls. The box says you get 50+ hours of worktime but I got 48 hours, almost on the dot. I hooked these up to both my laptop and cell phone at the same time and had zero issues. They do get a little sore after about 6 hours of continuous use but I find most headphones of this style do that. They come with a charging cord if needed, be sure to charge it up out of the box.
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The Go Work Pop Wireless Headphones gives you 45+ hours of playtime/worktime and with Bluetooth and crystal-clear calling, you’ll never want to take them off! With a retro design, you’re sure to stand out. Choose your style, available in black, lilac or teal.
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These make great headphones for video conference calls and making calls from your PC. They have a real nice professional look to them, they are inexpensive, sound great and fit pretty well. I don't wear them constantly all day, only as needed during calls, so I can't comment if they feel great for all day use. Blue tooth connection was great and had zero issues. Had no complaint's about my speech or background noise. Music wasn't great but I didn't expect to have anything exceptional on that end of it.
The battery lasts all day.
It charges with USB-C cable which is fantastic.
Has a great high end look to it.
Speech is very clear and crisp.
The battery lasts all day.
It charges with USB-C cable which is fantastic.
Has a great high end look to it.
Speech is very clear and crisp.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Show off that new powerful gaming PC and illuminate your room in the multi-hued ambience of ARGB as fiery FrostBlade fans hum in an endless high-speed harmony and giving constant cool to the Herculean hardware hidden away within. Powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core processor and high-performance NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 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!
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Don't want to build your own rig...then this is your solution. Out of the box you get the beautiful RGB rig, the RGB keyboard and mouse. The case is really nice looking and loaded with fans. Once Windows is set up there is little fluff software to remove. The predatorsense app allows you to adjust the colors and the fan speeds. It's a real sweet app and allows for plenty of variety in the controls. This rig gave me zero issues with anything I threw at it. The keyboard and mouse are basic but decent enough to use. Everything looks beautiful on this machine, even the machine. I think the pre built market has nailed it lately, not only affordable but good looking and fast machines. It stayed plenty cool enough being fanned cooled but I didn't notice the app adjusting fan speeds, maybe it was so slight and quiet that I just couldn't tell. Did I mention the 2 hard drives for plenty of storage, 1TB SD and a 2TB HD. For the average gamer this is a great out of the box system, it's inexpensive for the quality and the great looking case. I think most people will be satisfied with this computer and have happy times gaming until its time to upgrade.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Shark® CarpetXpert™ with Stainstriker™, 2-in-1 deep carpet cleaner and handheld spot & stain eliminator, combines Shark's powerful suction & PowerSpray™ high pressure spray to deliver the best tough stain elimination**and the best deep carpet cleaning among full-sized deep carpet cleaners‡. Two unique chemicals mix and activate on contact in the built-in tool to deliver 20X more stain-striking power*. ‡Based on ASTM F2828 vs. full-sized carpet cleaners above 14 lbs. **Based on TM110, vs. extractor market, using included stain cleaner and best-performing accessory. *vs. Shark® Deep Clean Pro Formula.
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Haven't had carpet for a while and just recently bought a house loaded with carpet. It came with solution but I knew it wouldn't take care of the entire house, it did do two rooms though. So we picked up another gallon to get the job done. The only complaints I have are that the solution is sprayed by pushing forward on the carpet cleaner instead of a trigger and that the cord is too short, way too short. The machine is very well put together and all the accessories fit nicely on it. The tanks are very easy to take off and put back on. Cleaning the carpet cleaner is a breeze. It really is enjoyable to use. It works great and I had no functionality issues with it what so ever. It has a drying function which basically just turns off the spraying function of the carpet cleaner. The crevice tool is perfect for getting tight to baseboards. Carpet cleaners I've used in the past have left the carpet very wet, with crazy high dry times. That didn't happen with this carpet cleaner, not only that but the carpet wasn't stiff and in need of a vacuum after drying. Very impressive.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Meet the Ninja Thirsti Drink System. Personalize flavor and fizz to create thousands of still and sparkling drinks at the touch of a button. Customize your drink by 4 different functions, 20+ flavors, 2 flavor strengths, 3 fizz levels, and 4 drink sizes. Dispense directly into your favorite cup. Includes CO2 Canister and a variety of Flavored Water Drops. Enjoy a single flavor or combine two flavors to create your signature drink.
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Such a Ninja cool product. Ninja has all the cool stuff. We put it out for a small party and it was a huge hit, may have even sold a few of them lol. We usually do with our Ninja stuff. Biggest pro tip for those that don't read directions is to keep the water containers full and refrigerated for best results. The bottom tab will turn blue when they are cold enough, you can add ice as well if in a hurry. Also if you have the space, keeping a spare juice type pitcher in the fridge full of water to fill the ninja containers works just as well. The combination pack of flavors it comes with are a great assortment and a good start, there are plenty more on Ninja's website and I can't wait to see what other companies will come out with to add to it. The lights are fun, but they should flash the whole time for a little extra pizzazz! It's not too noisy, the canisters are recyclable with ninja for a discount, the fizz amount is adjustable, as well as how much of each flovor you want mixed in. You won't be disappointed with this healthy alternative to sugary sodas.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Ambush at the peak-point, overlooking the enemy and about to march strongly, Bravo 15 is ready to ignite the gaming world. Combining the latest AMD Ryzen 7535HS processor and Nvidia RTX4050 graphics together, Bravo 15 satisfies the gamer's imagination in gaming. With the MSI exclusive thermal solution - Cooler Boost 5, empower the full performance of CPU and GPU. Also the 144Hz gaming display provides sharp and smooth visuals so gamers never miss a beat. Take advantage of Bravo 15 and soar like thunderbird in the game battlefield!.
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Casual gamers or those that need to travel while gaming but don’t want to take an expensive rig will be highly satisfied with this laptop. No frills accessories, comes with the laptop and charger. First impressions are pretty good overall. The case has a cool design, I really dig the bottom side, has a very techy/spacey feel to it. Overall, it’s compact and lightweight. The keyboard layout is clean and well lit (dimmable), WASD keys are see thru so they stand out better for FPS games. The keyboard also has a very techy and spacey look to it. Specs are on the page here, so I won’t go into heavy details on that. There are plenty of ports for all your needs, a magnetic charger connection would have been nice, seems to be the norm on higher priced laptops these days. The HD is on the smaller size for gaming but it's easily upgradeable, one of the cost saving options I’m sure for this guy. Rating this laptop from the price is 5 stars all day, it does have a few minor issues but that just puts you up into the higher priced units. The battery is junk when your gaming, it just won’t last long. Dim your screen, turn off keyboard backlighting and use it for work or email etc and it should last you 10hrs or so. Overall I can’t see removing a star for anything, for the value. It’s a great machine for the money.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make it epic. The XV800 wireless party speaker has amazing omnidirectional sound, ambient lights, an IPX4 rating for water resistance, up to 25 hours of battery life, and an X-Balanced speaker that delivers distortion-free lows. It’s a powerful all-in-one package.
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I love these speakers! I love them so much, as soon as the first one arrived I ordered a second one. I have some of the older series of these speakers and was never blown away. These blew me away! I love music, I spend lots of money on my audio systems, home, auto and boat. But these just rock, not the best sounding speaker I have but they are the best based on portability, light effects, style and just all around. They do sound awesome as well. Packaging is solid and both speakers made it with zero issues. They have many features I will never use but download the sony app, link them up, adjust the lighting and audio settings to your liking then let em rip.
These will run for 25 hours, I'll be sure to test that out. They offer distorarion free lows, and yes they hum with zero distortion. TV booster, karaoke mic imputs and a guitar imput to use the speaker as a amp. Set these up in stereo pairs or party groups of up to 100 speakers. I'm not sure if it was an update on the app or the speakers but these new speakers link up so easily, the previous versions did not andni always had issues. Glad this was resolved. Being water resistant makes them great for by the pool or on the party boat!! Dont miss out on these amazing speakers.
These will run for 25 hours, I'll be sure to test that out. They offer distorarion free lows, and yes they hum with zero distortion. TV booster, karaoke mic imputs and a guitar imput to use the speaker as a amp. Set these up in stereo pairs or party groups of up to 100 speakers. I'm not sure if it was an update on the app or the speakers but these new speakers link up so easily, the previous versions did not andni always had issues. Glad this was resolved. Being water resistant makes them great for by the pool or on the party boat!! Dont miss out on these amazing speakers.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed for use with home entertainment and home automation devices, this Logitech Harmony Ultimate Home remote integrates a full-color touch screen, motion sensing and vibration feedback for a seamless, intuitive Harmony control experience.
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1 out of 5Useless; poor range, does not work behind cabinets
By Anonymous
from na
As you can see, I have to place the IR blaster in plain sight. It states you can place them behind cabinet doors, but it doesn't work. Also, you need to use both blasters. Often I have a problem beyond 6' with both blasters.
As for the mobile app, it's useless. I find it really difficult to believe people claiming to replace their remote with this. You can't even customize the buttons and you have to scroll through 3 or 4 screens to perform a simple command. As you can see in the picture, if I simply want to surf the satellite guide, I (1) select the device or activity, then it takes me to page 3, then (2) I have to scroll to page 4, (3) press Guide, (4) scroll back to page 3, (5) scroll back to page 2, (6) use the direction or page up/down buttons to surf. If I need information, I have to (7) scroll forward to page 3, then (8) scroll forward to page 4, (9) select Info, then if I need to go back to the guide I have to (10) scroll back to page 3, (11) scroll back to page 2, (12) press Return, (13) and surf some more. Let's see, at least 13 steps. BUT, there's no Exit button to get out of the guide, so I'm stuck there! Useless; too much work and it's missing some buttons.
As for the touch screen, you see need to look at it to know which button to press. Sure there's vibration after to press the button, but you can't feel for the button before you press it. Then you have to scroll a million pages up/down to find your desired command. With the old 880/890 you can scroll left and right to get to the desired screen which then holds 6 commands. It's more efficient, and you can feel for the buttons.
Oldskool
Tucson, AZ
Setup is wrong
July 25, 2015
As Eric said your IR blasters need to be at devices they are controlling. The receiver takes the remote signals with RF and transfers the signal to the IR blasters to control each device. They do not need to be in the field of view. Try reading the directions or asking for help, your review is bad due to operator error not the device. Also you bought it knowing it was touch screen doh. I have all my components in a hall closet and everything works great! Just be sure to place your IR blasters near the components IR sensor. I just stuck mine to the inside of the door and they all reach the components.
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Imbue your morning cuppa with additional quality by using this JURA coffee machine. Its Pulse Extraction Process optimizes extraction time and provides a delectable aroma, even for short specialty coffees. This JURA coffee machine also contains CLEARYL water filters and integrated rinsing/cleaning programs to provide a hygienic environment for purer taste.
How do you clean and how many do you need to clean it
It cleans itself automatically. You only have to clean the tray and grounds tray occasionally.
4 years, 4 months ago
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Find the best fishing spots with this PowerDolphin Wizard water drone. The included PowerSeeker gives you data on water conditions, and the BaitBox function lets you drop bait to attract fish. This PowerDolphin Wizard water drone has a 4K UHD camera that captures stunning footage and quickly switches between above and underwater modes.
Does this 999.00 come with all options Sonar, bate drop DOES IT INCLUDE A CASE
Yes, everything is included and two canvas carrying cases for all devices.
4 years, 8 months ago
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Find the best fishing spots with this PowerDolphin Wizard water drone. The included PowerSeeker gives you data on water conditions, and the BaitBox function lets you drop bait to attract fish. This PowerDolphin Wizard water drone has a 4K UHD camera that captures stunning footage and quickly switches between above and underwater modes.
How deep can this go underwater. The add says the “SONAR” can detect up to 230 ft but nothing is stated about how deep the drone itself can go.
This drone does not go under water, its a boat with a underwater camera.
4 years, 8 months ago
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Hear lifelike sound details in your Xbox One games with this Turtle Beach Elite gaming combo. The Elite Pro 2 headset has 50mm custom-tuned Nanoclear drivers for an immersive experience and Aerofit ear cushions for ergonomic comfort. Customize your headset’s sonic performance via the SuperAmp controller of this Turtle Beach Elite gaming combo.
The first elites broke around the screws on the headset band within just months or less of having them, have they upgraded the integrity on these?
I never used the first Elites but these are very well built. As soon as you get your hands on them you can feel the quality.
5 years ago
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Only at Best BuyMonitor the exterior of your home with this Lorex active deterrence DVR security system. An eight-channel 4K Ultra HD DVR records and plays back crisp, high-quality video, while the remote-triggered siren and bright LED light work to scare off intruders. With color night vision, the cameras included with this Lorex active deterrence DVR security system provide a clear look at your property even in low lighting conditions.
Are there wireless 4K cameras that can also be used with this system? (Wireless video transmission but powered by plugging into an outlet.)
Nope
5 years, 6 months ago
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Only at Best BuyMonitor the exterior of your home with this Lorex active deterrence DVR security system. An eight-channel 4K Ultra HD DVR records and plays back crisp, high-quality video, while the remote-triggered siren and bright LED light work to scare off intruders. With color night vision, the cameras included with this Lorex active deterrence DVR security system provide a clear look at your property even in low lighting conditions.
Does this system use BNC or PoE for the cabling?
BNC connectors.
5 years, 6 months ago
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Only at Best Buy Defend your home from intruders with this SimpliSafe security system. Its wireless design provides reliable, multilayer protection and avoids interruptions from cut phone lines and power outages, and it connects to an app for remote operation. This SimpliSafe security system is easy to install and customizable to homes of any size for flexible use.
Can this system be set so if your home and someone comes in it will go off and warn you
Yes, just like any home alarm you can set for home, away or off. Home will alert you if a sensor is triggered but not sound the alarm.
6 years, 1 month ago
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Clean fur, dust and dander quickly with this Hoover REACT cordless pet vacuum. Integrated sensors automatically adjust the level of suction and the brush roll speed to handle different floor types. This Hoover REACT cordless pet vacuum uses a long-lasting lithium battery, so you can clean the whole room without a recharge.
Does vacuum only clean one room on a full charge?
No it has a great battery. I guess it would depend on how dirty your house is and the type of floors. For me, I am able to vacuum my entire 1800sq ft house which is all hardwoods, told bathrooms and area rugs here and there. It's awesome!
6 years, 5 months ago
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Is the Product shipping with Power adapter socket for the Norwegian market 220V/ 2-pins.
Mine did not.
7 years, 5 months ago
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