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Citizen - CZ Smart 44Mmm Unisex Stainless Steel Hybrid Sport Smartwatch with Silicone Strap - Silver
Introducing the second-generation CZ Smart Hybrid, the smarter smartwatch with 18-day battery life. The Citizen CZ Smart Hybrid smartwatch with 44mm stainless-steel case with blue topring, red accents, and blue silicone strap marries the iconic design you expect from Citizen with innovative science and technology brought to you in the proprietary new wellness app, YouQ. CZ Smart YouQ leverages AI Models built with IBM Watson Studio and research from NASA to provide a 24-hour forecast ahead, helping you anticipate patterns of fatigue and alertness. YouQ then offers highly personalized insights and suggested actions to help you improve alertness and promote the building of better habits, readying you to meet whatever the day may bring. The CZ Smart PQ2 Hybrid watch is compatible with both iPhone and Android and runs on the Citizen Connected app. Utilize the Citizen Connected app to manage your notifications and customize your dials to stay on track with the convenience of information at a glance on your hybrid smartwatch display. Battery life varies based on usage.
Customer Rating
4
Overall great watch. Missing some features
on June 4, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
The watch itself is beautiful and feels great on the wrist. I really like the mix of blue, black, and silver. Its quite the eye catcher. In the box you get the watch of course and a charger.
The initial set up and some other functions are done in Citizen app which makes things very easy to get up and going, and to tweak things to your liking. It has a few things that you can customize as well. Such as widgets and faces. But not a lot more. Some may prefer this so its just set up and go. Others that like to tweak everything may miss this, especially if they have had other smartwatches or are familiar with others.
The other thing missing is being able to fully answer calls from the watch. You can send it to your phone though and go from there. So this might be a deal breaker for some. I prefer sending things to my phone and using it instead anyway because the call quality will pretty much be better using phones. Likewise with texts. You can see that you have a notification but theres no way to reply. So it is missing some of the features from other watches.
The oxygen and pulse meters are a nice touch for runners, exercise, etc. And the CZ Smart YouQ app has you covered for fitness and sleep monitoring. It monitors your daily activities and will even give suggestions on improving things for better health.
One thing that is very good is the battery life. It has a claimed 18 day (not 18 hour) battery life. And I can see this being true. Even after extensive use it just kept going and going. So if not having to charge daily is something your looking for this is a great choice.
If you are looking for a smartwatch that looks great, feels good, can monitor and help improve your daily exercise and health, with insanely good battery life this is a great choice.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Capture the Moment Just as You Imagine It: The EOS R50 camera makes photography fun, simple, and convenient with intuitive photo functions that capture beautiful images automatically, just as you imagine them. A host of video functions such as 6K oversampled 4K 30p capture and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II makes the EOS R50 a great camera for movie recording and vlogging as well. The 24.2 Megapixel APS-C size CMOS Image sensor and DIGIC X image processor ensure high image quality in a compact and lightweight form factor.
Customer Rating
5
Great all around camera for video logs and more!
on May 24, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
In a single sentence the Canon EOS R50 is an excellent feature packed camera for your everyday shooter, vlogs, and a lot more.
In the box you get the following:
EOS R50 camera body
RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Standard Zoom Lens
Camera cover
Neck strap
Lens cap
Battery charger LC-E17 and pack LP-E17
Battery cover
Various papers
RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Standard Zoom Lens
Camera cover
Neck strap
Lens cap
Battery charger LC-E17 and pack LP-E17
Battery cover
Various papers
The camera itself is very well built, compact, and a lot lighter than expected even with the lens. It feels very solid and premium in the hand even with the plastic parts. The flip screen is very easy to read with all the necessary info needed to get your shot or video just right without information overload. The touch screen is very responsive and despite being fairly small I never had an issue where I was pressing something I wasnt intending to activate.
Feature wide it has everything you will need if intend to use it as your go to shooter, or if your planning on video logging with uploads to Youtube, etc. It has multiple shooting modes if you want to just shoot and upload, or if you like to tweak things afterwards. Even with the auto modes selected pics and video came out amazing. Everything from auto, to food mode, to HDR, and everything in between its fun to try all the different modes to see exactly how each changes your pics and vids. Uploading to my phone for extra storage or to view content for quality, or directly to my laptop to edit the the final cut was simple and just worked.
The battery life was great for pics and I would say adequate for videos. I plan on getting an extra battery for those times where you dont have a charge port available. But if anything I would run out of room on my SD card before the battery was done. It also comes with a nice selection of free programs as well. And the Canon app was easy to use with all the features I need so getting set up and going was a lot easier than with previous cameras.
Overall like I said in the beginning this is the perfect all around camera if you just want to take excellent pics and videos. But if you need more it has all the features needed for high quality video logging as well. So if you to be able to just have one camera to do it all this is a great choice. Looking forward to trying even more of its settings and features to improve my shooting!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Sharp 2.2 cu ft Stainless XL Family-Size Countertop Microwave, 1200 watts, Inverter Technology, Sensor Cook, LED Interior Lighting, Auto Cook Functions, Weight and Time Defrost.
Customer Rating
5
Just in time to replace our old wore out Microwave
on May 14, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
We've been needing a new microwave for quite awhile now. The old one still does its job, but was having old age issues. So the Sharp 2.2 stainless microwave is exactly what we needed. We wanted something a bit bigger and this one is that and then some. There is plenty of room to cook plenty. No more one thing at a timing that the old smaller one required!
In the box you get the 2.2 Stainless microwave, roller guide, instructions, and the glass turn table. Theres not much “set up” for a microwave other than setting the clock, etc. so that was a breeze. I did have to clear a bit more counter space to make room for this larger one, but losing a bit of counter space to get so much more cooking space was well worth it. And the stainless build has a touch of class and easily fits in with our other appliances.
The cooking seems to be a lot faster than the previous one as well with 1200 watts of power. So this took some getting use to. The old times we use to use for certain things like heating up next day pizza was almost twice as fast which is great. It also has a very nice auto defrost feature which takes the guesswork out of timing a defrost.
It also has several presets for the normal items such as popcorn, frozen meals, and more. And something I hadnt even thought of on the previous one is that the door shuts a lot easier. I use to have to really slam the other one to get it to seal enough to start cooking. But the door on this seems so much more well made.
So we have found our new main microwave for years to come. It has all the features I care about, and more. Fast cooking, and tons of cooking space. Very happy with my Sharp microwave.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Looking for an E-Bike that looks as good as it performs? Look no further. With its massive LED headlight, 20” fat tires, and stunning red, blue, and black color schemes, the Altai R500 is guaranteed to attract attention. Altai R500 has an average range of 60 miles and a top speed of 28 mph, perfect for a long joyride or your daily commute. The strong spring suspension fork makes this E-Bike just as capable offroad as it is on-road, opening a world of riding possibilities. Altai R500 is the new benchmark of e-mobility.
Customer Rating
5
Like a giddy kid on a new bike again!
on April 28, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
Recently I decided to give the personal electric vehicles (PEV's) a try to see what all the raving was about. At first it was a simple cheap electric scooter, then a better one, then another better one. And I had a lot of fun on those scooters. Speeding around town streets and on the asphalt bike trail was a blast! Eventually I wanted to see if that fun was the same on Electric bicycles. (E-Bikes). And the short answer is YES! You get all the fun of an electric vehicle in a more comfortable position with much more you can do. And with the Hover-1 Altai that same fun transferred from not only on road, but off road which opens a whole different realm of electric vehicle fun.
When I was a kid I had a lot of hobbies that came and went, but one that was always there and my favorite was bicycles. I was always riding, trying tricks, jumping, etc. And now that Im a lot older I cant exactly just hop on a BMX bike and get that same level of fun. But with the Altai I get pretty close to that same thrill. There are a lot of places where I live to ride, and like I said Im not restricted to just streets anymore. I can take a street route to the dirt trail and just keep on going!
The Altai was very simple to assemble, it was almost fully assembled in the box. Took about a half hour to get it up and going after checking the tires, installing the handlebars, cables, and pedals, etc, then going through the set up. With most of the other EV's Ive had I always had to buy an extra LED headlight to see at night. This has the best headlight Ive had. So that fun doesnt have to stop when the sun goes down. And another issue I ran into with the scooters was battery longevity. I cant tell you how many times I was out and about and had to come back sooner than I wanted because I knew the battery only had enough to get me home. Well Ive never run into that issue here. Its rated at up to 60 miles and under the right conditions Im sure it could do that. Im 5'11” and weight about 230, and I still never had to worry about the battery running out while I was riding. And there are times when I get back from a nice ride and dont need to immediately connect the charger. Sometimes it still has the juice for another ride!
The Altai is also plenty fast. Rated at 28mph. But one thing I really like is that this is still a complete bike as well. Its not missing anything you need to just ride it as a regular bike. So if you do happen to run out of battery (rare chance) you can still ride home. And as a bike its awesome as well. It has excellent hydraulic brakes for easy and accurate braking. Nice shifting and derailleur, excellent suspension, turn signals, high and low headlights, horn, and awesome fat tires for off roading. And the display is very nice and bright, well laid out, with lots of settings you can adjust to get it the way you want.
If your in the market for an electric bike this a great choice. Its got everything you need to get going. Doesnt need any mods or other parts like lights, etc. Awesome ride, top notch equipment, amazing mileage, and great features. And for me the most important thing was that its just plain fun. Its been awhile since something gave me some of that giddiness I had as a kid while riding a new bike. So its well worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Choose the ready-to-go Aspire 3 with the latest Ryzen 7000 Series Processors made for practical multitasking and productivity. With ease-of-use at its core, this family-friendly laptop is ready when you are. This Aspire 3 can tackle any job no matter how complex.Creativity soars to new heights with sharp, crisp visuals showcased on the 15.6" Full HD IPS touchscreen, while the thin bezel provides you more space to work with wherever inspiration strikes. It’s the perfect companion to take with you wherever you go!
Customer Rating
5
Good performance, features, and specs all in one!
on April 22, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
My main PC for the last 6 years has been an Acer laptop. I never had a single issue with it and its still running strong. The only “issue” was that it didnt have the specs to upgrade to Windows 11. Enter the Acer A315.
In the box you get the laptop of course, power adapter, some papers, and something I havent seen before it also comes with a nice color matched blue carrying case/ pouch. The laptop itself is a very nice blue that is a change of pace from the normal drab blacks and greys of most electronics. Its fairly light at under 4 lbs and feels thin as well. It has plenty of ports including one that I never go without and thats HDMI out. I connect my laptops to my Sony 55” TV as a monitor and that has worked out well in the past, and works perfect on this Acer as well. Its also got plenty of USB ports and a USB C as well. The keyboard has a great tactile feel to it with all the keys you would expect. Its not backlit though so thats a bit of a downer if you need that. But the overall design is very nice and well built.
The initial set up is very easy. This is my first Windows 11 device so I am still getting use to the ins and outs of the latest Windows OS. But its not so different that it gets frustrating. Everything is searchable so if there is something not where you are use to it being a simple search will locate it. Id say I was up and running in 10 minutes or so.
The performance is outstanding. Another feature I cant and wont go without is an SSD. And on my last Acer I had to buy a 500gb one and install it. Thankfully here it already has a 512gb SSD and that means things load and boot up very fast. Loading programs, writing documents, browsing, etc are all super fast and I never ran into any lag or delays. Not to mention the boot up time. Once powered on you are ready to go in a minute or so.
The claimed battery life says up to 11 hours. In my experience with medium to heavy use I could easily get 8 hours which is outstanding. Longest of any laptop Ive ever had. And the charger charges pretty quick as well. Although its been rare when I first charged it it took about 2 hours. But I mainly use my laptop while connected to my TV and plugged in its nice to know Ive got that strong battery life to keep me going when I go portable.
So in conclusion I am very happy with this laptop. It outdoes my previous Acer in every way and I love that one as well. And if it lasts as long as the other one Ill have this as my main laptop/ PC for many years to come. Highly recommended for anyone that wants a solid Windows 11 laptop that will last for a long time to come.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Bowers and Wilkins Pi7 S2 True Wireless headphones continue the success of Pi7, delivering hi-resolution, crystal-clear audio quality for your movies, music, and phone calls. Featuring 9.2mm dual hybrid drive units enhanced by individual amplifiers and Qualcomm aptX adaptive technology, these earphones ensure stable wireless connectivity whether you are streaming from your smartphone, tablet, or PC. Download the Bowers & Wilkins Music app (available for iOS and Android devices) to enjoy high-quality music streaming from Deezer, NTS Radio, Qobuz, SoundCloud, TIDAL, and TuneIn. The Pi7 S2 showcases improvements to its predecessor, Pi7, like the end-cap construction with a revised antenna design for extending its connectivity range to up to 25m while keeping the wireless connection stable. The Pi7 S2 headphones feature active noise cancellation that gets activated with a touch of a button, along with call-clarity enhancing microphones that pick up ambient noise and cancel it for clear call quality. The touch-sensitive button on the right earbud also allows you to enable voice assistance. Another stand-out feature of these headphones is the intuitive detection sensors that put the earphones on standby or reconnect them depending upon whether they are removed or put back on. The Pi7 S2 comes with a sturdy and attractive charging case for charging the earbuds when not in use, just like the Pi7. These earphones deliver 5 hours of playback on a single charge, and 24 hours of battery life (including the battery life of the wireless charging case).
Customer Rating
4
B&W's amazing sound in a small form. Wizardry??
on March 20, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
Ive had quite a few wireless earbuds and was pretty sure I had heard the best there was to offer until the Bowers Pi7 S2s. Im not sure what kind of wizardry they did to get all that sound in that little earbud but whatever they did worked. The fit and feel is on par with other earbuds Ive had. Not sure they would stay on in a rigorous workout, but that issue seems to be the same for all the ones Ive tried. Maybe I have a weird ear canal but they feel a bit on the loose side. If I tried I could probably shake them out, but I dont see myself walking around violently shaking my head.
The initial set up and app do their job and I was able to get them set up quickly. Im not sure how much Ill be using the app because I prefer just using my phones settings for controlling things.
But of course with these its all about the sound. And they are on par with some of the best over the ear headphones Ive ha, and easily the highest quality audio Ive heard from buds. Very clear, crisp highs and mids, with bass that isnt overwhelming or that drowns the other sounds out. Its just pure and perfect sound.
The noise cancellation works very well also. I dont use it often with headphones, but when I need it its nice to have some that do it right. And these are no exception. Easily blocks out the stuff I dont want to hear so I can hear what I want to hear.
Making and receiving calls works well, and I had no issues hearing others, or them hearing me. I rarely use earbuds while making calls but if I get a call while Im listening to some tunes its nice that I can just answer the call without disconnecting.
If I had to pick something I didnt like it would be the plastic case. For what you are paying the whole experience should be top notch. The case should have had the same quality of the buds. But this isnt a huge issue since it does what its supposed to.
Overall I am very pleased with the B&W earbuds. If you want that pure B&W sound on the go this is the way to go.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The 4th generation Motion XT Series ushers in a new era of design and aesthetics for MartinLogan. The three modern, yet timeless, colorways can compliment any room while being a focal point if so desired. Motion XT evokes a unique look and sound, pairing high-performance woofers with exclusive Folded Motion Tweeter technology, a staple of MartinLogan products. The Motion Waveguide enhances the Controlled Dispersion of the Gen2 Folded Motion XT Tweeter to a high precision 45°(Vertical) by 90°(Horizontal) to accommodate a wide range of seating while reducing performance robbing floor and ceiling reflections within the environment.
Customer Rating
5
Your center channel audio never sounded this good!
on March 14, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
As detailed in my other review Ill just summarize that I love the look of this speaker. Im a real fan of anything matte black and this center channel speaker looks awesome!
What really matters though is the sound and wow is that what you get here. In several of of previous speaker set ups where you buy a complete surround sound system in a single package it seemed like the center channel wasnt utilized like it should be. Well that has completely changed here. I now see how important a great center channel is to get the complete audio experience. Firstly music audio sounds unbelievable! And although its only mid bass it has the kind of bass I prefer. Tight accurate bass vs. low boom just for booms sake.
And when it comes to movie audio this is where I really learned what a proper center channel can do. The spatial and moving audio for example when a car or plane goes by is literally head turning. And it compliments the voice and other audio so well its hard to explain. It has to be heard to be heard if you know what I mean.
Although I thought I had heard great audio having these Martin Logan speakers has taught me there is an entirely new realm of audio out there. Once you have heard these your not going to settle for less. Pure, crisp, clear, tight, and amazing sound. Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The 4th generation Motion XT Series ushers in a new era of design and aesthetics for MartinLogan. The three modern, yet timeless, colorways can compliment any room while being a focal point if so desired. Motion XT evokes a unique look and sound, pairing high-performance woofers with exclusive Folded Motion Tweeter technology, a staple of MartinLogan products. The Motion Waveguide enhances the Controlled Dispersion of the Gen2 Folded Motion XT Tweeter to a high precision 45°(Vertical) by 90°(Horizontal) to accommodate a wide range of seating while reducing performance robbing floor and ceiling reflections within the environment.
Customer Rating
5
Top notch performance with beauty to match.
on March 14, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
First off these speakers are amazing looking. I love the matte black look on all my devices, and the Martin Logan XTB100GB Bookshelf speakers are no exception. Solidly built with performance to match. In the box you get the speaker grills, bumpers, and a quick start guide.
But of course the main course here is all about the sound and Ive never heard better. Ive had my share of audiophile type speakers and nothing even comes close to the Martin Logans. My go to for testing music audio is a song that tests all of the sound range. And its hard to explain in words what you hear by ear, but I can best explain it as perfect audio. The full range of sound that comes through is purely breathtaking.
And of course theres movies too and its the same experience here as well. Perfectly balanced and accurate audio. Rewatching some movies that are my favorites I was hearing sounds and dialogue that I didnt know was so prominent. No more having bass or other sounds drowned out highs. The tweeters made it easy to hear what you are suppose to hear as it was designed to be heard. The directional audio works so well that I caught myself more than once looking away from the screen.
To sum it all up all I can say is that I know why they have the reputation for amazing audio that they do. They deserve it. The sounds are perfect. You can crank up the volume as high as you want and never hear any distortion at all. Just clear crisp sound. Amazing!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The 4th generation Motion XT Series ushers in a new era of design and aesthetics for MartinLogan. The three modern, yet timeless, colorways can compliment any room while being a focal point if so desired. Motion XT evokes a unique look and sound, pairing high-performance woofers with exclusive Folded Motion Tweeter technology, a staple of MartinLogan products. The Motion Waveguide enhances the Controlled Dispersion of the Gen2 Folded Motion XT Tweeter to a high precision 45°(Vertical) by 90°(Horizontal) to accommodate a wide range of seating while reducing performance robbing floor and ceiling reflections within the environment.
Customer Rating
5
Hands down Best audio Ive ever heard.
on March 14, 2023
Posted by: Nate34
Combined with the XTB bookshelf, and XTC center, the XTF floor standing speakers are the bext audio I have ever heard...period!
Making room for these monsters is well worth it. They are very heavy and very tall and there is a very good reason for both. They sound simply amazing. But you can tell they put a lot into the design as well. They look awesome as well.
But these are all about the audio experience and although its difficult to put into writing what someone hears Ill give it a shot. First tested was some of my favorite music. And a lot of these songs I had listened to for the most part with high end head phones. And I thought that was the best they could sound. I was wrong. It was like a completely different experience through the Martin Logan set up. And specifically the bass coming from the 6.5” drivers. When I was younger and into car audio I use to think all that mattered was volume, specifically BOOM. Older now I like my bass to be crisp, tight, and have accuracy over increased noise. But dont get me wrong. Im not saying these cant slam, they most definitely can and will if you want them to.
But where I was most impressed was with the movie experience. Like most Marvel blockbusters. Its as close to a movie theater experience you can get without forking over $20. Rewatching movies I had seen several times was like watching them for the first time with audio the way the sound and music composers meant for their creations to sound. Extremely clear dialogue, amazing surround, and perfect bass deliver sound that has to be heard to believed. Martin Logan knocked it out of the park with the XT100 series.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed for small and medium-size businesses, the imageCLASS MF753Cdw model balances speedy performance and minimal maintenance. The MF753Cdw is easy to set up and offers media versatility to print on a variety of media types and sizes, including envelopes, banners and more. The customizable, 5" color touchscreen delivers an intuitive user experience. Produce crisp, colorful documents with fast print speeds of up to 35 pages per minute1, using high quality Canon Genuine Toner 069 / 069 H. Use Poster Artist Online to create professional-posters, banners and signage. The MF753Cdw offers and expandable paper capacity of up to 850 sheets, with a plain paper capacity of up to 250 sheets, 50-sheet multipurpose tray, and optional cassette PF-K1 which holds up to 550 sheets. The MF753Cdw has a 50-sheet automatic document feeder, which scans double-sided documents in one pass. Easily connect and print through high-speed USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly from computers or mobile devices. Print using a variety of mobile apps, including the Canon PRINT Business app2 using your compatible mobile device. The MF753Cdw comes with a 3-year limited warranty3 and is backed by Canon's Service and Support network.
Posted by: Nate34
Ive been through my share of printers and there is one thing that seems to always happen. I like the printer at first, and then it runs out of ink. And for the most part all the other printers have been a hassle when it comes to that. My last one wouldnt even allow black and white shipping labels to be printed when the cyan ran out? Anyway that is a thing of the past here. The Canon printer does it all and does it well.
This is my first printer that has toner instead of traditional ink cartridges. And it seems to just print and print. Color prints are crisp and almost photo like. But what I really love is just how fast this thing prints. Our main printer takes FOREVER to warm up. Then by the time I get out there to check it the Wifi has dropped. But with the Canon it spits out the print within seconds.
I love being able to just click print from my phone and have a shipping label ready to go in no time. Im sure the toner will eventually run out and when it does I am not looking forward to it. Toner is close to $200, but thankfully the high capacity toner lasts a lot longer than most printers. If you are looking for a printer that can do it all from simple shipping labels all the way to beautiful color prints this is the way to go.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Sharp LC-50LB261U LED HDTV: With a 120Hz refresh rate, this Sharp HDTV reduces visual judder, making images appear smooth and lifelike to the human eye. The MHL-enabled design supports 1080p video and 5.1-channel sound playback from your enabled phone or tablet, so you can bring your favorite media to the big screen.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Excellent TV!
By Faceman
from Saint Paul, MN
I bought this TV after comparing several TVs at my local Best Buy store, and was a little hesitant since there were no reviews of it online yet since it is brand new. But after comparing a few options, I decided on this one and am so glad I did. The picture quality is outstanding, and I would say it is on par with some others that are quite a bit more expensive. The sound quality seems good as well. It has three HDMI inputs as well as a USB input (in addition to the other standard inputs), which is nice since some in this price range had fewer inputs. It was really easy to set up, and I'm very happy that I purchased this TV. The only negative at all is if you need more details from the user guide, the included set up instructions refer you to go online to the Sharp website, but this TV is so new that the user guide is not yet online. That wasn't a major problem since set up was really easy and settings are very straight forward. I would definitely buy this TV again if I was looking for another and recommend it to anybody.
Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
August 29, 2014
Hello. Im still trying to get a new set after our huge earthquake in Napa, Ca. My nice 50" Samsung plasma bit the bullet. Ive been trying to find one that has a PC input since I use it to attach my laptop as well as others. And it seems like its so rare to see a pc input as well as more than 2 HDMI. And I see that this set has both.Still happy with it?
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Samsung JU7100 Series UN32J5500AFXZA LED Smart 4K Ultra HDTV: Experience your favorite shows and movies in the stunning detail of 4K Ultra HD. This Samsung Smart TV even brings lower-resolution content up to near-Ultra HD quality, so you can stream apps and videos from your devices in amazing clarity.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Outstanding Picture quality
By Program
The picture quality is amazing. Movies look outstanding on this TV. I am running everything through my Xbox One with a 4K rated HDMI cable. With my previous 4K TV, off-brand TV i purchased two years ago, the color range was not very big and the blacks were very grainy and made dark scenes look terrible. This TV has amazing color ranges and the black levels are tops! I would give the TV 5 stars without hesitating, but there are two issues i have with it. 1 - the input lag in most games i have played is very noticeable and can get a little frustrating when trying to play a game like Halo or Battlefield. I also wanted this tv because of the 240 hrtz refresh as opposed to the 120 on most other Samsung TV's. Even the improved refresh rate still doesn't clean-up the picture as much as i was hoping it would for fast motion, in video games or in movies. I have not seen sports yet, but tested the "Sports Motion" feature on both movies and games, but doesn't seem to have a big enough effect on the picture to make using the feature worth-while.
I am not regretting the purchase in the slightest, and it is a huge step up from what i had, and should be able to maintain is useful lifespan of 2-3 years to last 5-6 years and still be a "top of the line" TV.
Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Input lag
August 2, 2015
Have you tried engaging game mode for gaming? It will reduce the lag by a lot. In the reviews I have read this set has one of the lowest lags for 2015 4K Sets. Just an idea.
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Samsung JU7100 Series UN32J5500AFXZA LED Smart 4K Ultra HDTV: Experience your favorite shows and movies in the stunning detail of 4K Ultra HD. This Samsung Smart TV even brings lower-resolution content up to near-Ultra HD quality, so you can stream apps and videos from your devices in amazing clarity.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great picture
By Mickneal
from Fishers, IN
Great picture and sound. The only thing that disappointed me was that was sold without any 3-D glasses. They are also powered glasses, so they are not cheap.
Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Glasses
August 2, 2015
I went with some Samsung SSG-5150GB glasses and got them for $17. Work perfect.
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Connect favorite peripherals to this Acer Aspire laptop. Four USB ports let you connect accessories, transfer files or charge a cellphone while you work, and HDMI outputs make dual-screen functionality possible. Access nearby wireless networks with this Acer Aspire laptop and stream videos or upload your own images captured with the built-in HD webcam.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great Laptop
By techjunkie07
I purchased this laptop a few days ago and man do I love it. This computer has everything I was looking for in a laptop (expect for an SSD) however I felt I could live without it considering the price for this machine. I have never owned an Acer always HP, had it for 7 years and it was time for an upgrade. I do really like this laptop fast, beautiful design and enough ports not to mention the PRICE again you wont be disappointed.
Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
SSD
June 24, 2016
Can you upgrade to an SSD with it?
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Samsung - 55" Class - (54.6" Diag.) - LED - 2160p - Smart - 4K Ultra HD TV - with High Dynamic Range
Watch TV, movies or videos in stunning quality with this Samsung 4K UHD TV. The 55-inch screen shows every detail clearly, so you won't miss anything. The SmartHub software works with the built-in Wi-Fi to let you access many popular streaming services, ensuring that you always have something to watch on this Samsung 4K UHD TV.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Should be at the top of your TV shopping list!!
By Nate34
from North Bay Area, Ca.
When I started TV shopping I did a lot of research and at first bought the 55” KS8000. I liked that but when the KS9000 went on sale I exchanged it for that. One of the main reasons I went with the 9000 was the design (mainly the stand). On the 55” version of the 8000 the legs are about 44” apart. My stand that I have been using for years for several TV's is only 42” wide. So I had to use a large piece of wood on top of my stand just to be able to set up the 8000. This didnt really look all that great, and I didnt want to have to replace my stand with a wider one. And thankfully the 9000 has a more standard V shaped stand that fits and works great on my TV stand.
And the 9000 also has some improved specs and also looks better in my opinion. I didnt really like the glossy back of the 8000. Anyway I really love this TV. Ive had several Samsungs, and my last set was the JU7100. But decided it was time to upgrade. I dont really miss the lack of 3D because I think I literally only used it once on my 7100 to test it. And I do believe 3D is on its way to being extinct. Anyway the new thing now of course is HDR. And the KS9000 really takes advantage of that. It simply looks amazing. There are several Netflix shows that show what HDR is all about. And I also recently bought the new XBOX ONE S. Ive yet to buy an HDR Bluray, but I will soon. But as I mentioned there is plenty of HDR on Netflix and Amazon Video in the meantime.
One of the really cool new features this years Samsung TV's has its the new Tizen system. It is much more simple and streamlined this year. My favorite feature so far is how well the TV detects whatever device you are connecting and names it accordingly. I have a PS3, PS4, XBOX ONE, 360, and a PC laptop all connected to my TV. And it names them all without me having to do anything. The PS3 and PS4 are both automatically labeled as “Playstation”. And the XBOX One and 360 are both labeled by their full names each. I didnt have to type out names like I have before when customizing my input names. As you can tell I have a lot of things connected to my TV. And since it has 4 HDMI ports I use 2 HDMI 3 way splitters. They automatically switch to whatever source is powered on. So my system is set up like this:
HDMI 1 = Direct TV
HDMI 2 = PS3 and PS4
HDMI 3 = XBOX ONE S
HDMI 4 = PC, Wii U, and XBOX 360
HDMI 2 = PS3 and PS4
HDMI 3 = XBOX ONE S
HDMI 4 = PC, Wii U, and XBOX 360
The reason I am listing these all out is because I want to add how smart this TV is. It switches the settings, input name, and device type on HDMI 4 on its own depending on whichever one is powered on. And I have different settings for PC and the Wii U and 360. I use to have to manually switch the input type every time I went from one to the other. But when I power off a device it automatically switches all the settings and input types on its own.
Of course a review of a TV without talking about picture quality isnt complete so here we go. Simply put its amazing. The colors and picture are awesome. It also has very good motion handling, especially if you set Auto Motion plus to Auto. But this gives you the dreaded SOE (Soap Opera Effect). Which I really dont care for. So I use a custom setting for Auto Motion (Blur 3, Judder 3, and LED Clear Off). This gives it very good motion handling with very little SOE.
As you read above I am a gamer. And one of the main things I look for when TV shopping is the input lag (or lack thereof). And this is one of the best TV's released this year for low input lag. In Game mode the lag is only 20.5 ms. This is great, I dont notice any lag at all. I was also thinking of getting the Sony X930D but decided not to for a few reasons, one of those is that it has about 54ms of lag. This isnt terrible, but would be noticeable in my opinion.
The other main reason I went with the Samsung over the Sony is that I am still not sold on the Android Smart platform. I tested it on a 2015 Sony and it was just too buggy. I have read it is better this year, but in my opinion the new Tizen is much better.
Another thing I look for in TV's is a good USB media player for videos on hard drives. And Im happy to say that the Samsung recognizes and plays every single file type I have tested. It also has SRT subtitle support.
So overall I am very happy with this TV. It is by far the nicest set I have ever owned and I look forward to years of use with it. If you are looking for a new HDR 4K TV this should be on the top of your list. If you want a cheaper alternative go with the KS8000. Just be aware on the 55” version of the 44” wide legs. On the larger versions the 8000 has optional closer leg mounts, but for some reason Samsung did not do this on the 55” version. Anyway thanks for reading. If you have any questions or comments feel free. Ill try to answer and respond.
Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Im the review writer, needed to add info.
September 23, 2016
The one issue I am having is that the source list and its icons go blank every couple days, sometimes more. This is a known issue and apparently Samsung is looking into it. As a work around you can hold down the power button on the remote to force it to reboot. This brings the source list back, but its still an issue. Its only the upper source list, the lower one doesnt go away. If you own the set you'll know what I mean by the upper one. Thankfully this is an issue that can be fixed via firmware update, but as of 1131 (9-23-16) it still happens. If it gets fixed Ill try to update my review.
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Experience Dolby 7.1 surround sound for up to 12 hours of gaming with this A50 wireless headset. Its adjustable size and soft cushions provided extended comfort. This A50 wireless headset has three EQ modes and a unidirectional microphone for crystal-clear communication with fellow gamers even during frantic game play scenarios.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5comfortable! comfortable!
By gamerdad
1. I like the packaging! very nice box!
2. very lightweight!
3. these are very comfortable on the ears
4. don't like that I have to buy a "mod" kit for $$300 headphones that's just shady the stock ear covers are great though...
5. magnetic base is good
6. no problems with setup
7. the optical cable and USB cable are way too short
8. originally bought the turtle beach 800 elite. but returned it bc it was rather inconvenience to wear when reclining and gaming... these a50 do not give me that problem
9. sound is a good for the simulated 7.1 setup.. I could pick out footsteps from different ears bass is good..
10... buy the protection plan... all I've read astro service can be not what you want it to be., I'd rather just deal with best buy return dept...
11. Happy with my purchase
2. very lightweight!
3. these are very comfortable on the ears
4. don't like that I have to buy a "mod" kit for $$300 headphones that's just shady the stock ear covers are great though...
5. magnetic base is good
6. no problems with setup
7. the optical cable and USB cable are way too short
8. originally bought the turtle beach 800 elite. but returned it bc it was rather inconvenience to wear when reclining and gaming... these a50 do not give me that problem
9. sound is a good for the simulated 7.1 setup.. I could pick out footsteps from different ears bass is good..
10... buy the protection plan... all I've read astro service can be not what you want it to be., I'd rather just deal with best buy return dept...
11. Happy with my purchase
Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Battery question
November 3, 2016
I know these have better battery life than the previous gens but have you had them actually run out on you? I have 2 sets of Gen 2's now that I just swap out when one headset dies and then start charging it. I use my A50's for all my TV audio not just gaming so they run out after about 5 hours or so, so Im hoping that the Gen 3's will always have enough battery to get through the day as long as I set them back on the charger when not using them. Thanks
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Experience Dolby 7.1 surround sound for up to 12 hours of gaming with this A50 wireless headset. Its adjustable size and soft cushions provided extended comfort. This A50 wireless headset has three EQ modes and a unidirectional microphone for crystal-clear communication with fellow gamers even during frantic game play scenarios.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great headset
By Anthony
I have owned A40s and currently own a pair of last gen A50s. The new A50s make a lot of great improvements over last gen. No chat cable is great and the docking station acts as an external sound card for the PC and does not require an optical cable for full 7.1 which is awesome. Audio quality seems to be better that the old A50s. I would occasionally get some low buzzing noise in the old model but the new ones are crisp and have no such issues so far. Battery life is significantly improved and the auto shut off is a welcome addition(the headset senses that it has been put down and shuts off after 15 seconds. Once it senses it have been moved it turns right back on. Usually the audio is already coming in by the time I put it on my head). Build quality is super solid. Expensive but they sound great and are a quality product. I am not wild about the color scheme but I can deal with it.
Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Battery question
November 3, 2016
I know these have better battery life than the previous gens but have you had them actually run out on you? I have 2 sets of Gen 2's now that I just swap out when one headset dies and then start charging it. I use my A50's for all my TV audio not just gaming so they run out after about 5 hours or so, so Im hoping that the Gen 3's will always have enough battery to get through the day as long as I set them back on the charger when not using them. Thanks
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Experience Dolby 7.1 surround sound for up to 12 hours of gaming with this A50 wireless headset. Its adjustable size and soft cushions provided extended comfort. This A50 wireless headset has three EQ modes and a unidirectional microphone for crystal-clear communication with fellow gamers even during frantic game play scenarios. This A50 Wireless Gaming Headset is the best companion for your next-gen console. Broadcasting in interference-free wireless 5 GHz, you will experience low latency gameplay in Dolby Headphone Surround Sound. With the Astro Command Center software, the A50 allows you to tune every input and output parameter including mic level adjustments and creating your own EQ modes. The new precision boom microphone is voice chat optimized and features flip–up mute functionality.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5The Best Wireless Headset On the Market
By Craignoicecube
I love A50s I had a pair of the 2nd gens and they were awesome! Now that these come with a charge base and an accelerometer they're even more convenient! Being able to customize these now was a bonus!! Great job Astro!
Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Battery question
November 3, 2016
I know these have better battery life than the previous gens but have you had them actually run out on you? I have 2 sets of Gen 2's now that I just swap out when one headset dies and then start charging it. I use my A50's for all my TV audio not just gaming so they run out after about 5 hours or so, so Im hoping that the Gen 3's will always have enough battery to get through the day as long as I set them back on the charger when not using them. Thanks
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Experience the ultimate in FHD gaming graphics with this 24.5-inch HP 25X display. A smoother gaming experience with sharper, cleaner details is provided by a display that refreshes 144 times per second, while the micro-edge design provides ultra-wide, seamless viewing. The stand on this HP 25X display has a 100mm range of motion, making it easy to position for your comfort level.
Does it have built in speakers
No this does not. Youll need headphones or external speakers.
5 years, 4 months ago
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Get the full smartphone experience with this unlocked Huawei Honor 8. The quad-core processor can handle running multiple apps at once, and the touch screen responds to taps, drags, swipes and pinches for easy operation. This unlocked Huawei Honor 8 has a 12-megapixel back camera with integrated geo tagging, automatic face detection and a wide-angle landscape mode.
What does it mean NOT compatible with Verizon & Sprint? I cannot talk to someone that has Sprint or Verizon service?
This only means it is a GSM only phone so if you were on Sprint of Verizon your sim card would not work. You can call and message anyone on any carrier with it.
7 years, 3 months ago
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Make hands-free calls and listen to music with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones. The wireless design frees your range of motion, and the microphone makes conversations more convenient. Listen to music for over 8 hours on a single charge with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones, which are moisture-resistant for use during strenuous workouts.
Do these have a blinking light on them while in use?
Yes. There is a Blue LED that blinks while its in use. This is also used to determine battery and charge level.
7 years, 5 months ago
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How can i connect 2 televisions to same directv box wirelessly to show same picture?
What are my options to wirelessly connect 2 hd tvs to the same directv box to broadcast the same show?
You would need a splitter that takes one HDMI signal and splits it into 2.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Nate34
Samsung - 55" Class - (54.6" Diag.) - LED - 2160p - Smart - 4K Ultra HD TV - with High Dynamic Range
Watch TV, movies or videos in stunning quality with this Samsung 4K UHD TV. The 55-inch screen shows every detail clearly, so you won't miss anything. The SmartHub software works with the built-in Wi-Fi to let you access many popular streaming services, ensuring that you always have something to watch on this Samsung 4K UHD TV.
Is this a flat or curved screen? There's no mention of the curved screen in the product description, but the photos show it as curved.
The KS9000 is flat. The KS9500 is the curved one.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Nate34
Looking to replace comcast modem want to buy a compatible modem
I also had to replace my comcast modem and have tried 2 different brands since then. This first one I got was a Zoom, and then later bought a Motorola. Ive had less issues with the Motorola. But Im not sure if they carry that same model. Its been a couple years. Depends on what you want to pay. I see the Motorola SB6121 is only 69.99 right now and has excellent reviews.
8 years, 7 months ago
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Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Samsung JU7100 Series UN32J5500AFXZA LED Smart 4K Ultra HDTV: Experience your favorite shows and movies in the stunning detail of 4K Ultra HD. This Samsung Smart TV even brings lower-resolution content up to near-Ultra HD quality, so you can stream apps and videos from your devices in amazing clarity.
I can't get my new tv to come on today. What do you think is wrong?
Did you get it to work? My only suggestion would be to unplug it and plug it back in. Or try to plug it into a different outlet. You could also plug something else into the outlet your TV was using just to make sure it has power going to it.
8 years, 7 months ago
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Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Samsung JU7100 Series UN32J5500AFXZA LED Smart 4K Ultra HDTV: Experience your favorite shows and movies in the stunning detail of 4K Ultra HD. This Samsung Smart TV even brings lower-resolution content up to near-Ultra HD quality, so you can stream apps and videos from your devices in amazing clarity.
We have the 8550 Samsung 4K UHD TV does it have a camera? If not what kind do you recommend?
Camera for Skypeing
I believe the one for your set is the VG-STC5000/ZA. It plugs directly into the USB port and clips to the top of the set.
8 years, 8 months ago
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Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
Samsung Brightside SCHU380HKV Cell Phone for Verizon: The Brightside is great for those who want the simplicity of a basic phone with the core features of a smartphone — offering a touch screen and camera in addition to its full physical keyboard. Verizon Edge option available. Learn more ›
Why can the black verstion of this phone download games but this one can't?
I was looking at the product descriptions on this website and I happened to compare two sets of two different phones and in both cases the black versions indicated that they could download games but the ones with a different color said they could not. Why is this?
They both can, someone just didnt add that to the details from the white one. They are identical other than the color.
10 years, 9 months ago
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Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.
With a 5" Super AMOLED HD touch screen and an Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean operating system, this Samsung Galaxy S 4 M919 cell phone makes it easy to stay connected on the go. The 13.0MP rear-facing camera lets you capture vibrant photos and video clips.Requires a minimum $20/month Web access fee with all Classic voice plans.Early termination fees may apply. Learn more about the Samsung Galaxy S 4
what happens to the pictures and videos taken by phone
It depends on the phone, but they usually go into a folder on the internal memory sd card. Its called DCIM/ Camera.
10 years, 9 months ago
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Nate34
North Bay Area, Ca.