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Make your smart home digitally secure with this Bitdefender BOX 2 cybersecurity hub. It protects your connected home and your family from hackers and privacy intruders. You get complete, multilayered cybersecurity for an unlimited number of internet-connected devices. Bitdefender BOX 2 is 100 percent compatible with your home network and lets you control all your connected devices from a single app.
 
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Interesting tool for enhanced web secuirty
on March 8, 2018
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
I was skeptical at first about installing this item; I had tried a couple other security devices, and they either didn't work properly, or slowed down my gigabyte network; neither happened with this device, pretty simple install, good tech support when needed, and best of all, every device in my house now, from my thermostat, to my tv and smart watch is protected.
So far,.so good, so if you are concerned about security of all the devices in your household, this is definitely worth looking into!
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Accomplish tasks efficiently with this HP desktop computer. Its Intel Core i7 processor supplies plenty of power for video editing and gaming, and the 16GB of RAM lets you run multiple programs at the same time without performance lag. This HP desktop computer has a large 1TB hard drive for storing files and the Intel Optane Memory is a smart system accelerator that adapts to your everyday computing activities.
 
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decent mid range desktop
on February 27, 2018
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
Havent been a big fan of HP desktops in a long time, but, as time passes, there are fewer companies making desktop PC's, and as it turns out, from what I have read recently, HP is now the number 1 seller of them.
This model has some HP Bloatware on it, but it was easy to disable it, and after doing that, and running all the windows 10 updates, its running pretty well, and so far no issues
The USB ports are placed in a hard to get area on top, and there isnt alot of inputs on the back, but for what you pay for this, is should be adequate for home/small business use.Runs quiet, not alot of heat generated, and hopefully will last a few years before needing to be replaced.
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy superior sound and voice quality with these Jabra Elite wireless headphones. Integrated controls let you answer calls, adjust the volume or pause music with the touch of a button, while the included carrying case doubles as a charging station. External ambient noise keeps you aware of your surroundings, while a background noise filter delivers crisp, clear voice calls. With Bluetooth connectivity, these Jabra Elite wireless headphones are easy to pair to a mobile device.
 
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nice sound, fit a bit wonky in one ear
on February 18, 2018
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
I've owned dozens of BT headsets over the years, and a few of the new, wireless stereo ones, and so far, these are best of the stereo wireless ones. Sound is nice, functions work well, but for me, I am having a problem getting the left ear unit to stay in properly and snugly; I may have a weird shaped left ear lobe, but never had this problem with other units.
Anyways, these are priced in the middle for brand name, stereo wireless headsets, and you cant go wrong getting these if that is what you are looking for; great range, very nice sound, made well, and definately worth a look.
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Bring soft illumination to your favorite nook with this white Philips Hue table lamp. It mimics natural light to help you relax and feel energized when you wake up, and it's bright enough to read by during story time. This Philips Hue table lamp connects to the Hue bridge, so you can control it remotely.
 
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Unique Look, Needs Color Bulb
on December 12, 2017
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
This lamp is very different looking, and that is the thing I like the most about it. Easily integrates with Alexa, and works well as long as you have a Hue bridge.
It looks great in our TV room and throws off the perfect amount of light without blinding you.
I like it alot; at this price a full color changing bulb would have been nice..
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Everything you love about Google, for work and play. Google Pixelbook is the first laptop with the Google Assistant* built in. Its super thin, 4-in-1 design includes a long-lasting battery and 7th Gen Intel® Core™** processor. It also comes with all the apps you already know and love including Youtube, Infinite Painter, Google Play Movies, Evernote, Slack, Lightroom, Google Photos and many more***.*Google Assistant requires Internet connection.**Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.***Availability and performance of certain apps and services may vary by region. Subscriptions(s) may be required, and additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Pixelbook and Pixelbook Pen are optimized for selected apps and services only.
 
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Nice hardware, fair software
on December 9, 2017
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
Like others here, I really like the quality of build on the hardware, although the lights on the keyboard seem to come on and off for no apparent reason some times, so not sure if that is a flaw or a design spec, but the Chrome OS software leaves alot to be desired.
Not sure if its because I am used to windows or mac OS software, but there are so many things I have an issue doing with Chrome OS, like basic file management, that I dont think I could use this as my only OS..
Even though I have a few other android devices, and they are just fine for me, I think that the familiarity I have with Android OS, was not easily transferable to Chrome OS, at least for me..
Its a nice laptop, quality wise, but I wouldnt want it as my only laptop/pc...maybe that will change as I use it more..
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Play your favorite music with this Ultimate Ears MEGABLAST wireless speaker. It lets you make voice commands via Amazon Alexa within its 330-foot Wi-Fi range, and Bluetooth connectivity lets it pair with up to eight compatible devices. This rugged, water-resistant Ultimate Ears MEGABLAST wireless speaker withstands drops from up to 3 feet high.
 
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Nice and loud, but needs some work with Alexa
on November 15, 2017
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
Set this speaker up today, and its very nice and loud; the packaging is terrible, and it was a nightmare to get out of the box, but, hey, who buys it for the packaging?
Anyways, the Alexa interaction is nice, except for one major thing; you can NOT set it up to be part of a group with other Amazon/Echo devices, which was a big let down..hopefully there will be a firmware update to fix that, as I have sever other echo devices in my house, and its nice to play music and have all of them playing the music at the same time..hope they fix this one so it can be part of my "evverywhere" group!
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Arlo Pro 2 keeps an eye on your home while you're away, in brilliant 1080p HD quality. Put the 100% wire-free, weather-resistant camera anywhere, indoors or out. Then, power it with the included rechargeable battery or plugged it in (when indoors) to access activity zones and 24/7 Continuous Video Recording upgrades. Use 2-way audio or remotely sound a 100+ device siren while catching every moment with night vision and advanced motion detection. You'll even get motion and sound-activated alerts and 7 days of free cloud video recordings. Arlo Pro 2 works with Amazon Alexa to make your smart home security even more simple and effective.
 
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easy to setup, but night vision is very poor
on November 15, 2017
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
this system was super easy to setup, and it comes with everything you need to get 2 areas up and protected easily. the online app is nice, and its easy to review previous days recordings..
I had 2 major disappointments; first of all, there is no way the battery lasts anywhere near what they claim it to; I think MAYBE a month at most, but thats it. Its super easy to remove and charge them, so thats not a deal killer...Howevver, the night vision is very poor on these things, and if you are expecting bright and or colorful night vision with these things, you need to look elsewhere...daytime views and nice and clear, but night time, when you really need these things is poor..
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Only at Best Buy Protect your house with this SimpliSafe Defend home security system. Its wireless capabilities let you remotely monitor your property from a smartphone and receive text alerts when someone enters or exits. This SimpliSafe Defend home security system only detects human heat signatures, so you can keep it armed with pets in the house.
 
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Easy to setup, but need to pay for monitoring
on November 3, 2017
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
this was an easy to setup system; it came complete with a keypad, 6 sensors and a base unit, and I had it up and running in 30 minutes..
Only problem was in order to use the remote/web interface properly, you have to sign up for a home monitoring plan; you get one month free to try, and after that you pay.
I guess we'll see if we like it enough going forward to pay for that monitoring..we also had a few errors with the sensors, but their customer service folks are very nice and knowledgeable, and I was able to fix it easily.
Definitely worth talking a look at if you are looking for an inexpensive alternative to the big name systems..
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Tune out the world and lose yourself in music with these Sony 1000X wireless noise-cancelling headphones. Equipped with SENSE ENGINE technology, these earbuds make it easy to adjust sound modes with a single touch, so you control what you hear. Compact and intuitive, these Sony 1000X wireless noise-cancelling headphones stay comfortable for hours.
 
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MUCH better than I thought they would be!
on October 21, 2017
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
Been wanting wireless stereo for awhile, but nothing but bad reviews on all of them, especially the part about endless disconnections..these are different though, and after a week or so using them, I have only been disconnected once, and that was my fault.
Sound is pretty good, and there is an app you can use to tweak the settings..Like them alot so far, using them on my Note 8 phone, so YMMV with a different phone!
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Get ready to rumble with this Dell laptop. A 15.6-inch full HD display makes it easy to see your programs, apps and files, and an Intel Core i5 processor powers through any task you have on the screen. A long-lasting 42Wh battery keeps your Dell laptop on for long periods so that you can complete the day's work.
 
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decent laptop, but not a 2 in one IMO
on October 17, 2017
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
This is a nice laptop, with decent features, and some nice touches; as others have mentioned the back lit keyboard is nice, and the facial recognition software makes it easy to log in.
Its not really fast by any means, and even though it has 8 gigs of ram, it still seems sluggish going through memory intensive things.
But, its biggest issue for me was its size/weight; I'm a large strong man, and there is no way I would ever consider this a "tablet"; yes, it does fold backwards in a tablet like fashion, but its way too big and bulky to even consider using it as one.
If you are looking for a larger laptop that has a screen that folds back, then you might want to consider this one; but, if you want a light, agile, portable notebook type device, this is NOT the one for you
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Accelerate your WiFi 5 with NETGEAR Nighthawk! Enjoy fast WiFi speeds up to 1900 Mbps and a powerful dual core 1GHz processor for extreme performance. High-powered amplifiers, external antennas and Beamforming improve range and reliability for up to 100% more wireless coverage. Features like downstream and upstream QoS prioritize streaming and gaming, creating a blazing-fast, lag-free WiFi experience
 
Overall2 out of 52 out of 5
Expensive and not for the faint of heart
By chuckok from Winchester, VA
Connect the router, and was unable to connect to the Internet. After a few tries, it did connect.
The next day, the connection was down. So, I replaced the router.
The second router would not connect. After substantial trial and error, I finally changed the MTU setting to 1300 from the default 1500. After doing some searching on the Internet, I did find that changing to 1400 would be adequate. The Internet connection is now up and running.
Oddly, the configuration on the "Basic" tab of the of the router's configuration is saying that the Internet is down.
Sheesh ... I hate being a beta tester for a released product!!! Particularly at the price point for this one.
That being said, the router's performance on the wired segment and the wireless segment does seem to be stable and performing as expected; and my expectations are high after doing some substantial research prior to purchasing this router..
Netgear support is abysmal. I attempted to call their support number, and after a number of rings the line went blank with no message #3 attempts#, The chat service took over a half an hour waiting in queue, and when finally supposedly connecting to a representative, the chat was dropped saying that there was no representative available #three attempts#. Opened a case via e-mail support, and received a stupid response with a link to a support web page and related links that I had already researched.
I've decided to keep the router for the time being as the performance, particularly on the wireless segment, it the best I've seen. I'm hoping Negear fixes the bugs in the firmware.
I also suspect, at least for the short term, a lot of users are going to return this product to the point of purchase because they won't be able to connect to the internet. I also suspect that Netgear is going to get a lot of support calls on this one, and people are going to be upset with the poor support received.
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todays firmware update fixes all problems
November 12, 2013
there is a firmware update today, nov 12th, that fixes all the nagging issues that many of us had; grab it now, and see what you think!
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Make your home an internet haven with this versatile Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system. Three identical tri-band dual-stream AC2200 routers, each equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, deliver lightning-fast internet. Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0/LE, this Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system is simple to set up and pairs easily with computers, tablets and smart devices.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
annoying setup, but once it works, its really nice
By wase4711 from burr ridge, il
I've set up dozens of new routers in my life, so I thought this system would be a breeze to setup, but it was a long, drawn out process.
It seemed easy enough, using your cell phone, after downloading the linksys app, but, it took me numerous attempts with my Nexus 6 to get the modem and the first unit to sync; eventually, I used my pixel xl phone, and it finally made the connection. Be aware you may have to use the back button on your phone to go backwards in the setup menu, which i had to do to get the initial setup to complete.
After the first unit was setup, it was a breeze to get the other 2 units to connect to the network.
I've tested it running 2- 4kUHD streams and a 1080p movie wirelessly, with out a hitch, and at the same time got top speeds while running speed tests at the same time, so, having enough bandwidth was no issue; I have a total of 15 devices connected to my network, and they all connect as fast as they ever did with my previous top of the line router.
I have the units on 3 different floors in my house, and the speeds are the same on all 3 levels, so this system can easily handle a large house with multi floors.
This will definitely solve any wifi coverage issues you may have had in the past; just make sure you have at least an hour to work on setting up the 3 stations!
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edit to my original review
January 17, 2017
So, after dealing with issues with this setup for 7 days now, I must modify my review to say I do NOT recommend this product.
I have gone through 7 days or it working fine, then not working right, then speeds work as they should, then dropping off to almost zero, so there is something not quite right yet with this system.
Linksys support has been great, helping me with phone calls, emails, and follow up, but I just don't think the firmware for this product is worth of release status at this point.
My netgear A7200 nighthawk router, which is setup on the second floor office in my house, gives me consistent maximum speeds everywhere in my house, all the time, never wavering, but, the linksys velop system did not provide the consistency that the Netgear router gives me. I am on a fast Comcast connection, getting downloads of 180 megs and uploads of 25 megs everywhere in my house with the Netgear router, yet, the linksys velop would vary anywhere from 180 megs down, to 20 megs down, and, it didn't matter what time of day, or how many devices I had connected at the same time.
I really wanted to like the Linksys Velop, and, I assume, in the future, these issues will get ironed out. But, at this time, the lack of consistent, high speed download speed was not what I want/need in my home network routing setup.
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The expandable 8 channel 1080p Enforcer™ series is armed with the latest in Home Security, such as Police-Style flashing lights, Night2Day™ color night vision, TrueDetect™ Heat & Motion Detection, Google & Alexa compatibility, Cloud back up, and much more.
 

can you see real time video on my phone

yes you can
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Cutting edge protection, picture perfect. Zoom in to see and record video in 4K with HDR for a clearer, undistorted picture, day or night. Spend less time recharging with 6 months of battery life.¹ With free local storage, remotely access your locally stored videos from the included Arlo SmartHub². The Arlo Ultra 2 Spotlight Camera is wire-free and weather-resistant to deliver fast, easy installation and flexibility to get the perfect camera view, year-round. With the integrated spotlight, see important features like faces and licenses plates in full color, at night with color night vision. Get the big picture with the 180° diagonal view. Receive smarter alerts for quicker action. Receive notifications for people, vehicles and packages and take quicker action like sound the siren, call a friend or dial emergency services with the included 3-month trial of Arlo Secure.³ Ward off unwanted guests by triggering the siren or integrated spotlight automatically or manually from the Arlo App. Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit and Samsung SmartThings.
 

How long is the trial period for the cloud storage? And do first generation arlo cameras connect with the smart hub?

3 months of free cloud storage, thats it
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Anker PowerConf Bluetooth Speakerphone is the perfect conference speaker companion for work-from-home meetings. It comes with six built-in microphones, real-time echo cancellation, de-reverberation, and ambient noise suppression. The PowerConf Bluetooth speakerphone gives you 24 hours of call time and can also charge your other devices at the same time. PowerConf is Zoom certified and is also compatible with Skype, Google Hangout, Facetime, WebEx, GotoMeeting, Chromebox, and more. For computers that use Windows 7, 8, 10, and macOS, just connect via Bluetooth or a USB-C cable without needing to install any drivers.
 

does this work with apple

yes, it works with apple phones
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Calls. Conferences. ON-the-GO. Air never looked so epic. Offering the ultimate true-wireless experience for any professional or audiophile, JLab Epic Air Sport ANC offers customized sound and active noise canceling plus industry-leading 48+ hours playtime. Transition from music to calls, work to home effortlessly with features like wear-detect, movie mode, wireless charging and more.
 

Can I wear this in one just one ear?

yes, they support one bud useage..
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Upgrade your home theater with this JBL BAR 9.1-channel soundbar system. The powerful 820W output offers an immersive movie and music experience, while Bluetooth, Airplay 2 and Chromecast connectivity lets you stream audio smoothly. This JBL BAR 9.1-channel soundbar system has detachable speakers with rechargeable batteries for flexible placement, and Dolby Atmos technology delivers quality surround sound.
 

Does it project the sound forward so that if put in a tv stand or console the sound is not negatively affected?

it should, although the "Atmos" channels, project sound upwards, so you may not get the Atmos channel sounding like you would if it was out in the open
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Upgrade your home theater with this JBL BAR 9.1-channel soundbar system. The powerful 820W output offers an immersive movie and music experience, while Bluetooth, Airplay 2 and Chromecast connectivity lets you stream audio smoothly. This JBL BAR 9.1-channel soundbar system has detachable speakers with rechargeable batteries for flexible placement, and Dolby Atmos technology delivers quality surround sound.
 

I don’t need to have rear surrounds in my setup, if I leave the detachable speakers attached will the act as surrounds or front wides?

most likely they will act as surrounds, since you cant specify in the setup how you want them to decode..
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
 

Just recently bought a Playbar but could still exchange. Is the Beam just as good (or better) for less money?

not quite the bass punch as the higher priced sonos sound bars, and quite a bit more compact, but its also 300 bucks less..
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
 

Can I connect a turntable to the Beam? If so, which ones are compatible?

nope, it connects to a tv only
5 years, 9 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 more entry sensors or detectors be added to this unit afterwards? Or is the maximum amount four/one?

you can add as many as you want
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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.
 

Will currently installed SimpliSafe sensors, etc. work with this new base unit, or will they all need to be replaced? Thank you.

nope, nothing from the old system works on the new one
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