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- First reviewDecember 2, 2014
- Last reviewSeptember 18, 2024
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- Average rating4.4
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- First review commentJanuary 22, 2015
- Last review commentJanuary 13, 2017
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Get absolute precision with this Logitech wireless mechanical gaming keyboard. Place it anywhere you like thanks to the long-lasting battery and the efficient Bluetooth connection, and enjoy the feel of a mechanical connection that provides the perfect resistance. The full-size layout ensures this Logitech wireless mechanical gaming keyboard makes your games easy to control.
Customer Rating
4
Nearly Perfect - Gaming has gone Bluetooth!
on January 2, 2018
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
The Logitech - G613 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Black has finally broken through the wall of wired gaming keyboards and offered a real option for those ready to cut the wire. Offering the real-feel of a mechanical keyboard (I liken it to the Brown Switches), this keyboard provides all the functionality one would expect and need, without the fancy of LED lighting.
I do find that the keyboard does take a few seconds to respond initially when it hasn't been used for long periods. This would be a major negative for a serious gamer, but most individuals would not begin playing a game without touching their keyboards first.
PROS
- Solid Design
- Great feel and response (Similar to a Brown Switch)
- Comfortable for extended use
- Full set of programmable G-keys
- Adjustable height legs
- Wireless -- Bluetooth is easy to set up
- Comes with batteries installed
- Solid Design
- Great feel and response (Similar to a Brown Switch)
- Comfortable for extended use
- Full set of programmable G-keys
- Adjustable height legs
- Wireless -- Bluetooth is easy to set up
- Comes with batteries installed
CONS
- Slow/Delay response from keyboard after sitting for long periods of time
- Slow/Delay response from keyboard after sitting for long periods of time
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Add color to your decorative lighting with this Philips Hue LED candelabra bulb. Its E12 profile fits chandeliers and accent lamps, and it pairs with a Hue Bridge device for integrated wireless control with your smart home system. Set a desired white light brightness or color ambience on this Philips Hue LED candelabra bulb via the Philips Hue app.
Customer Rating
2
It is just an LED light bulb unless...
on December 28, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
Philips - Hue White and Color Ambiance E12 Wi-Fi Smart LED Decorative Candle Bulb - Multicolor has been promoted as a breakthrough in lighting and technology, however at the end of the day is merely an LED light bulb unless you have the Philips Hue Bridge. Without this piece of technology, these bulbs are nothing more than extremely expensive LEDs. You can not change colors or control them without the Bridge.
Since this package comes without the Hue Bridge, it is only recommended for someone who as already invested in the Philip Hue concept and has the Bridge from a starter kit.
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Brighten your home with this two-pack of Philips Hue white ambiance A19 bulbs. They provide a comforting, natural glow for your study or living space, helping you relax and unwind at the end of the day. The accompanying app lets you adjust the intensity of these Philips Hue white ambiance bulbs for a customized shade.
Customer Rating
2
It is just an LED light bulb unless...
on December 28, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
The Philips - Hue White Ambiance A19 Wi-Fi Smart LED Bulb (2-Pack) - White has been promoted as a breakthrough in lighting and technology, however at the end of the day is merely an LED light bulb unless you have the Philips Hue Bridge. Without this piece of technology, these bulbs are nothing more than extremely expensive LEDs.
Since this package of 2 bulbs comes without the Hue Bridge, it is only recommended for someone who as already invested in the Philip Hue concept and has the Bridge from a starter kit.
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Prepare all your favorite dishes in this DeLonghi Livenza convection oven. Insulated construction helps maintain temperature, and the oven fan distributes hot air to facilitate fast and even cooking. This DeLonghi Livenza convection oven heats multiple dishes at one time in two specific heating areas with four adjustable rack positions that maximize space.
Customer Rating
5
Handy 2nd Oven for kitchens with limited space!
on December 18, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
The De’Longhi Livenza Oven is a perfect addition to any kitchen, especially for kitchens with limited space or only one oven. Serves well as a secondary oven for small jobs while the primary oven in full.
Loaded with technology and with a spacious interior, you can prepare cookies, treats, up to 14" pizzas, meats, and even dinner in this countertop oven!
PROS
- Solid Design and Brand
- Stainless Steel
- Large interior
- Multiple heat and bake settings
- Multiple baking rakes/sheets provided
- Fits under low cabinets
- Large and bright digital display
- Quality instruction manuals
- Solid Design and Brand
- Stainless Steel
- Large interior
- Multiple heat and bake settings
- Multiple baking rakes/sheets provided
- Fits under low cabinets
- Large and bright digital display
- Quality instruction manuals
CONS
- None that I have found at this time.
- None that I have found at this time.
Highly recommended product!
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Polished and professional. That’s the impression you’ll make when you use Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. With a one-year subscription, you get the latest Acrobat software that always stays up to date plus Adobe Document Cloud services to prepare and share your company’s business documents. Get the complete solution for working with PDF documents at your desk, and use Document Cloud services to accomplish more when you’re on the go.
Customer Rating
3
Program is great, beware of the install!
on December 1, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
Acrobat Pro DC 1-Year Subscription - Mac|Windows has a long history of being the go-to software for PDF documents. This is the first time I attempted to install this product via download and registration code however rather than a direct installed product at work.
I have to admit that the download and program runs flawlessly, but the install was a nightmare as the registration code was entered and their registration website timed out before completed the registration. I attempted to repeat the process as the program did not complete the process only to discover that the registration code was no longer valid since it had "already been registered by another user."
I was unable to reach a person via the phone so I had to fumble my way through their online chat to get the error corrected. On Adobe's side, it showed I had registered, but on my side, the program would not work as it was unregistered. After over an hour of uninstalling, redownloading, and trying to do this all via online chat, I was finally able to get the program to work.
After this, it worked flawlessly.
PROS
- Read, Create, Edit, E-Sign, and Scan PDFs with this software via the Adobe Document Cloud
- Does not require an optical drive to install on your computer if you download the software
- Read, Create, Edit, E-Sign, and Scan PDFs with this software via the Adobe Document Cloud
- Does not require an optical drive to install on your computer if you download the software
CONS
- Ensure you have a very secure internet connection or the time to work with the Adobe tech if their website times out as your registration number will no longer be valid
- Costly, but necessary for real PDF access
- Ensure you have a very secure internet connection or the time to work with the Adobe tech if their website times out as your registration number will no longer be valid
- Costly, but necessary for real PDF access
Other than the install frustration and wasted time, this is a great program.
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Listen to your favorite playlists with these Epic Air wireless earbuds. The special earhook delivers a precise fit to prevent slipping during intense workouts, and the touch-and-tap controls let you skip forward or back as needed. These Epic Air wireless earbuds come with a convenient charging case for storage and transport.
Customer Rating
4
JLab - Becoming a Contender!
on November 28, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
The JLab Audio - Epic Air True Wireless Earbud Headphones - Black is a great economically priced version of the wireless sports earbud craze. While I would not initially think of JLab when I think of headphones, the last few products have really impressed, the Epic Air True Wireless Earbuds are no exception!
There are so many features with this products is hard to find a place to start... The earbuds fit well right out of the packaging and are very comfortable and secure even during intense exercise or sweating. The charged fulling within 2 hours or less and the housing is a charging pack for the headphones when you are storing them. The housing charging pack doubles as a spare battery charger for your phone or other micro-usb devices (not for iPhone without an adapter) which is a very well-thought-out, forward-thinking concept. There are multiple earbud tips to help find the perfect fit for your ears included.
The setup was a little tricky at first. You must sync the left earbud to your phone first via Bluetooth, then sync your right earbud to your left earbud. Read the instructions carefully to make sure you do not have to start over.
The sound quality is decent for a wireless/Bluetooth earbuds. I did feel that the low end was somewhat lacking, but I do not listen to heavy bass music, so it may be different for other genres of music. Volume was outstanding as was the noise-canceling. This was perfect for a noisy workout room but never noticed it because of the JLabs.
I do seem to experience some intermittent connectivity issues between the left and right earbud. This appears to be the connection between the earbuds and not the Phone. The right drops out while the left continues to play. This has been a bit annoying, but tolerable. I will be trying to resync the earbuds to try to correct his issues.
PROS
- Quality design
- Price
- Volume
- Noise-canceling
- FEATURES!!
- Quality design
- Price
- Volume
- Noise-canceling
- FEATURES!!
CONS
- Connectivity between earbuds
- No iPhone connector included for charging pack
- Connectivity between earbuds
- No iPhone connector included for charging pack
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Create delectable drinks and meals using this Blendtec Classic 575 5-Speed blender, which features preprogrammed cycles for smoothies, cleaning and 60- and 90-second blending for simple operation. The LCD timer shows the blend time remaining at a glance.
Customer Rating
4
RAW blending power - nearly perfect!
on November 28, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
The Blendtec - Classic Series 575 5-Speed Blender - Black offers simply raw power to blend anything you put in its path. Smoothies, energy drinks, fruit, ice... no problem!
The Blendtec rivals all of their competition, even the high-end brand name blenders you find at the coffee stands or coffee specialty stores.
Preprogrammed for 60 or 90-second blending, just add your ingredients and let it go. LCD time is a nice feature to see how long is left. 5-speed options for your personal selection allows you to blend to your preference and need.
PROS
- RAW power - Restaurant-type power
- Well Constructed, Solid Design
- 8-year warranty (Covers all components including jar)
- Pre-programmed settings
- 5-speed settings + puree
- Other Jar size options available for purchase
- RAW power - Restaurant-type power
- Well Constructed, Solid Design
- 8-year warranty (Covers all components including jar)
- Pre-programmed settings
- 5-speed settings + puree
- Other Jar size options available for purchase
CONS
- Not approved for restaurant use
- The jar is plastic, not glass, not dishwasher safe - Handwash only.
- Not approved for restaurant use
- The jar is plastic, not glass, not dishwasher safe - Handwash only.
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Video editing doesn't have to be daunting or take tons of time. Go from hundreds of mystery folders to a visual view of your videos automatically sorted by date. Use automated editing options and step-by-step guidance to create and share everything from animated GIFs and video collages to new dynamic slideshows and full-length movies.
Customer Rating
4
Photo to Video and Video editing made easier!
on November 28, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
Premiere Elements 2018 by Adobe is their latest release and upgrade to the 2015 version of the same name.
This program provides a fairly simple to use interface for most users to begin editing their photos into videos or trim their cell phone videos into manageable clips for YouTube, Facebook, or other Website and Social Media sites. Other types of video editing available.
For basic or entry-level video editing, this program may be a bit frustrating to understand at first, but this could be said with all video editing software. This software is perfect for the intermediate user or casual home editor who wants to share with family and friends or just cherish memories.
PROS
- Adobe Quality
- Step-by-step guide to video creation
- Render videos into a multitude of formats
- Flexible format import allows for a wide variety of file types to be used with this program
- Quick and easy install
- Adobe Quality
- Step-by-step guide to video creation
- Render videos into a multitude of formats
- Flexible format import allows for a wide variety of file types to be used with this program
- Quick and easy install
CONS
- May not be for entry-level editors based on price and user interface
- Large HD space required for install + additional downloads over internet for full product
- May not be for entry-level editors based on price and user interface
- Large HD space required for install + additional downloads over internet for full product
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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.
Customer Rating
4
Hi-Def Video and Security for your home!
on November 15, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
The Arlo - Pro 2 Security Camera System, 2-Camera Kit, Wire-Free, 1080p, Weather Proof, Indoor/Outdoor - White has been a pleasant addition to our home security despite the questionable reviews I have read in other places.
Set up was simple, Syncing was easy, and Installation was a breeze. We have had a new level of security by adding these weatherproof wireless and rechargeable cameras to the outside of our home. We can see when deliveries are being made, when the pets want to come in the house, or even when the sales people or local religious group is coming to the house to hand out materials.
Whether we are home or not, we can hear and see what is happening at our doors, talk to the person at the door via the cameras and our smartphone apps, or even sound an alarm if we feel the need to deter people from being at our house. A great addition for when the kids are home while we are out and we do not want them opening the door for anyone.
PROS
- Easy Setup and Installation
- Weatherproof
- LONG battery life!!
- Short charging time per camera
- Great Hi-Def video and picture quality during the daylight
- Reasonable quality for night vision and dark
- Motion and/or audio triggered recording doesn't run batteries dead
- Free basic CVR (DVR) recording is more than sufficient for our needs
- Able to add additional cameras, up to 5 total for total indoor/outdoor home coverage
- Ability to view, record, talk, and even trigger the 100 db alarm all from your smartphone app
- Easy Setup and Installation
- Weatherproof
- LONG battery life!!
- Short charging time per camera
- Great Hi-Def video and picture quality during the daylight
- Reasonable quality for night vision and dark
- Motion and/or audio triggered recording doesn't run batteries dead
- Free basic CVR (DVR) recording is more than sufficient for our needs
- Able to add additional cameras, up to 5 total for total indoor/outdoor home coverage
- Ability to view, record, talk, and even trigger the 100 db alarm all from your smartphone app
CONS
- The System seems to go "offline" occasionally and you have to force the system to come online either from home or from the app by interacting with the cameras. I am not sure if this is just a sleep mode feature that shuts off when motion or sound is detected or if it is a bug in the system. I have not figured this out as of yet. I have not had any issues with the recordings or viewing the cameras other than this. This is the only reason for giving 4 of 5 stars!
- The System seems to go "offline" occasionally and you have to force the system to come online either from home or from the app by interacting with the cameras. I am not sure if this is just a sleep mode feature that shuts off when motion or sound is detected or if it is a bug in the system. I have not figured this out as of yet. I have not had any issues with the recordings or viewing the cameras other than this. This is the only reason for giving 4 of 5 stars!
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Enjoy clear audio without distraction while wearing these Plantronics BackBeat FIT wireless earbuds. They have a sweat-resistant coating and lightweight design that's comfortable to wear and stays in place as you exercise or lounge. These Plantronics BackBeat FIT wireless earbuds come with interchangeable tips in different sizes, providing a secure, noise-blocking fit.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect blend of sound quality and comfort!
on November 9, 2017
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Olympia, WA
The Plantronics - Backbeat FIT 305 Wireless In-Ear Headphones - Blue/dark blue is a real winner in the lightweight fitness in-ear headphone market! From comfort, to fit, to weight, the Backbeat FIT scores big.
One of the most impressive features is the noise-canceling components. Highly effective for quality sound and drowning out the ambient noise around you. Perfect for those who prefer to exercise solo or without the distractions found around the gym.
PROS
- Lightweight
- Well Designed and constructed
- Solid Bluetooth connectivity
- Sound Quality is excellent
- Noice-Canceling
- Lightweight
- Well Designed and constructed
- Solid Bluetooth connectivity
- Sound Quality is excellent
- Noice-Canceling
CONS
- Due to the lightweight design, they may have the potential to damage the wire if just thrown in a gym bag and tangled with other items.
- Due to the lightweight design, they may have the potential to damage the wire if just thrown in a gym bag and tangled with other items.
Great product!
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VIZIO P-Series P602UI-B3 LED 4K Ultra HD TV: This VIZIO 4K Ultra HD TV utilizes VIZIO Internet Apps Plus to bring you movies, shows, music and social media through Netflix, Pandora, Facebook, Hulu Plus and Twitter. The Spatial Scaling Engine upgrades your viewing experience to 2160p, and Clear Action 960 delivers sharp sports action and gaming sequences.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5beautiful tv, no content.
By Neal
I bought this tv to future proof against 4k, its a great tv, and is good for viewing regular old 1080 stuff. but sometimes the smooth motion... isnt so smooth. its really bad when you notice it, but when it works, it looks great. still, the lack of content is disappointing.
IronHorseGPS
Greater Seattle Area
The right HDMI Port - Makes the Difference
January 22, 2015
Make sure you have the signal inputted into the high def HDMI port. We made this mistake at first and everything was choppy - especially fast motion. Switched to port 5 I think it is and the image is PERFECT even with fast motion!
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VIZIO P-Series P552UI-B2 LED 4K Ultra HD TV: Experience sports, movies and games in lifelike detail with this VIZIO 4K Ultra HD TV, which displays images in 2160p resolution and features Clear Action 960 with a 240Hz refresh rate. VIZIO Internet Apps Plus provides access to a wide range of instant Web content.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5cheap 4k tv
By bella
from oak park il
Had tv 2 days and called for a return No web browser you cannot stream from labtop to tv and picture is not all that good in 4k Better to save and buy sony or samsung like they say you get what you pay for
IronHorseGPS
Greater Seattle Area
Inexperienced User!
January 22, 2015
You did not use the Smart Features then, since it does have a browser and allows for split-screen usage to watch TV and browse simultaneously! You returned a Gem due to your inexperience. Hope you enjoy the extra $500-$1000 you will spend to find anything close to this one!
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Samsung Galaxy S6 Cell Phone for Verizon Wireless: This phone is constructed from metal and glass for a sturdy, high-quality build, while its ultra-fast processer makes for exceptional multitasking. It comes packed with features, like a fingerprint reader, advanced cameras on both sides of the phone, and a heart rate monitor. Plus, Samsung Pay allows you to swipe this phone as if it were a credit card to process fast, secure payments without pulling out your wallet.Verizon Edge option available. Learn more ›
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5NOT what the hype makes it out to be!
By DrHedrick
from Western Washington
So far, after about 5 days, I am somewhat disappointed with the Galaxy S6. The battery life sucks compared to the Note 2 I am switching from. It is very laggy and definitely not "snappy" as per the many claims. Sometimes it must be restarted to be able to use it as the fingerprint unlock and alternate keyboard unlock do not work and the phone blacks out after 3 seconds. Only 32GB available onboard and I have the over half-way filled at this point and no way to expand it with a sealed phone. The fingerprint scanner is fair, but useless while driving. Hard to navigate or find previously easy to use settings. Notifications are frustrating since they all are OFF out of the box.
As a somewhat power user, I wish I had opted for the Note 4/Edge instead of settling for the S6.
The few Pros I can offer are the following...
1. The screen and clarity is amazing
2. The pictures and videos are equally amazing
3. Smaller and lighter than the Note series
4. Interesting new features, although I have not had time to fully explore them.
1. The screen and clarity is amazing
2. The pictures and videos are equally amazing
3. Smaller and lighter than the Note series
4. Interesting new features, although I have not had time to fully explore them.
There are better options available if you can afford them... ie- Galaxy Note series!
IronHorseGPS
Greater Seattle Area
Follow up... Can't believe I forgot this issue!
June 17, 2015
The reception is spotty at best. I get a full bar or two less than my former Note 2 and my wife's former S3. Not good!
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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.
Overall2 out of 5
2 out of 5A Great Idea crippled by horrible App
By OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a great idea. Three routers with a backhaul over Mu-MIMO. In theory could get good coverage for a house and for the people who get this to work I'm sure it is a great product. I have wasted over 3 hours over two days trying to get this router to work. I can only get one Node configured. The other two nodes won't connect event when I place the nodes right next to each other, I still get errors like out of range.
My experience has been very poor. Please note to setup and administrator this router IT REQUIRES and IOS or ANDROID DEVICE. This app is not in the Amazon store. I have a few of the cheaper Amazon tablets and figured while I wait for my new Android phone I could use that or worse case like EVERY OTHER ROUTER ON THE MARKET I could hardwire or connect to default wireless network and setup the routers via a web page. No. If you try Linksys Mocks you and tells you must use an app. I had to borrow an android phone to setup this up to test. I should have stopped there. I don’t mind apps and it would be fine if the app was useful. But it isn't. It was written under the assumption you would not have a problem, but the number of times I've tried to add Nodes to this and got told, hey you'll need a plug etc. It takes like 5 clicks to start the add a node process. Not ideal, esp. if you notice someone keeps trying stop making me over click. Seeing it say Uh-Oh press the red reset button and have it not really fix the issue just induces rage, or when it says it is setting up and just hangs, no good.
Also, when the nodes don't connect there is no useful information. The Linksys Range extender I have gave me more information via the web page then this app on if they are two far or close.
Additionally, I've tried resetting the system, via the reset button, but I have no idea if that is working since I can't connect to the router except via the app and it doesn't tell me if it is back to default connection. Additionally, this app connects to your Velop via an Internet cloud connection. It is faster when your connected via wireless to the node, but still have that little cloud connection, and I'm not a fan of having to connect to a Cloud service that I can't two factor protect and won't use the full keyboard of symbols forcing me to use an extra-long password to protect my router.
This setup experience has left a bitter taste in my mouth and crippled what could be a good idea. The single router when it was working I checked my phone, and I know it is using both 5Gz and 2.4Gz still have me a strong signal throughout my house and only needs one. But I was looking forward to using this to extend some LAN ports to a few places and saving me a few 50ft. cords I have in the house. With the backhaul it would have been able to cover the data my switches have.
Other cons no USB ports so if you have a printer or USB HDD on your current router, you'll need to consider other options if you go with this.
I really wanted to like it, but not providing a customer with additional tools or an easy way via the app to reset or control the router is frustrating. I know my next step is to try this weekend to contact customer service open a case and see if they can fix it. But even if they get it working, the fact that I must use an Android App, and can’t use a desktop to manage it, makes me worry what will happen if it goes wrong or worse since it is app only what will happen when someone finds a vulnerability in the cloud service Linksys uses to connect back to the routers and start messing with them. I wish they would at least have some form of two factor and allow for more complex passwords, or at the very least once the initial setup is done disable the external web connection cloud service and only allow the app to work when I’m locally connected.
For everyone who got this to work I’m sure this will be the product, just hope you don’t have an issue that requires troubleshooting.
On the one working node I did test the speed and it seemed over wireless my EA9500 was more consistent and a bit faster from the same source and destination for a large file copy, but the Velop was close enough that most people wouldn’t notice anything. I also tested the single working node with some online gaming, both in the other Ethernet slot and wireless and I didn’t notice any performance impact. Since I can’t get all the nodes I have tested true load to report, but I’m sure others who have it working will, and I’m sure once I work with Linksys support I can get this system working it will be fine and provide me with spotless coverage. Just the whole having to use an app, and what I feel a limited and poorly designed app, and have it forced down on us with no backup connection has left a sour feeling and makes me worry about what will happen in the future if these devices go wonky, I won’t be able to troubleshoot, reset/fix as quickly as I could in the past and to be fair to Linksys this is a new product just out and they may fix the app and hopefully add other versions or allow access to the web service locally to manage them. Just know that if you are looking for a mesh like network this isn’t a bad router, but it seems to be crippled by an over simplified app, that is limited to two platforms and requires Internet connectivity to full function.
My experience has been very poor. Please note to setup and administrator this router IT REQUIRES and IOS or ANDROID DEVICE. This app is not in the Amazon store. I have a few of the cheaper Amazon tablets and figured while I wait for my new Android phone I could use that or worse case like EVERY OTHER ROUTER ON THE MARKET I could hardwire or connect to default wireless network and setup the routers via a web page. No. If you try Linksys Mocks you and tells you must use an app. I had to borrow an android phone to setup this up to test. I should have stopped there. I don’t mind apps and it would be fine if the app was useful. But it isn't. It was written under the assumption you would not have a problem, but the number of times I've tried to add Nodes to this and got told, hey you'll need a plug etc. It takes like 5 clicks to start the add a node process. Not ideal, esp. if you notice someone keeps trying stop making me over click. Seeing it say Uh-Oh press the red reset button and have it not really fix the issue just induces rage, or when it says it is setting up and just hangs, no good.
Also, when the nodes don't connect there is no useful information. The Linksys Range extender I have gave me more information via the web page then this app on if they are two far or close.
Additionally, I've tried resetting the system, via the reset button, but I have no idea if that is working since I can't connect to the router except via the app and it doesn't tell me if it is back to default connection. Additionally, this app connects to your Velop via an Internet cloud connection. It is faster when your connected via wireless to the node, but still have that little cloud connection, and I'm not a fan of having to connect to a Cloud service that I can't two factor protect and won't use the full keyboard of symbols forcing me to use an extra-long password to protect my router.
This setup experience has left a bitter taste in my mouth and crippled what could be a good idea. The single router when it was working I checked my phone, and I know it is using both 5Gz and 2.4Gz still have me a strong signal throughout my house and only needs one. But I was looking forward to using this to extend some LAN ports to a few places and saving me a few 50ft. cords I have in the house. With the backhaul it would have been able to cover the data my switches have.
Other cons no USB ports so if you have a printer or USB HDD on your current router, you'll need to consider other options if you go with this.
I really wanted to like it, but not providing a customer with additional tools or an easy way via the app to reset or control the router is frustrating. I know my next step is to try this weekend to contact customer service open a case and see if they can fix it. But even if they get it working, the fact that I must use an Android App, and can’t use a desktop to manage it, makes me worry what will happen if it goes wrong or worse since it is app only what will happen when someone finds a vulnerability in the cloud service Linksys uses to connect back to the routers and start messing with them. I wish they would at least have some form of two factor and allow for more complex passwords, or at the very least once the initial setup is done disable the external web connection cloud service and only allow the app to work when I’m locally connected.
For everyone who got this to work I’m sure this will be the product, just hope you don’t have an issue that requires troubleshooting.
On the one working node I did test the speed and it seemed over wireless my EA9500 was more consistent and a bit faster from the same source and destination for a large file copy, but the Velop was close enough that most people wouldn’t notice anything. I also tested the single working node with some online gaming, both in the other Ethernet slot and wireless and I didn’t notice any performance impact. Since I can’t get all the nodes I have tested true load to report, but I’m sure others who have it working will, and I’m sure once I work with Linksys support I can get this system working it will be fine and provide me with spotless coverage. Just the whole having to use an app, and what I feel a limited and poorly designed app, and have it forced down on us with no backup connection has left a sour feeling and makes me worry about what will happen in the future if these devices go wonky, I won’t be able to troubleshoot, reset/fix as quickly as I could in the past and to be fair to Linksys this is a new product just out and they may fix the app and hopefully add other versions or allow access to the web service locally to manage them. Just know that if you are looking for a mesh like network this isn’t a bad router, but it seems to be crippled by an over simplified app, that is limited to two platforms and requires Internet connectivity to full function.
IronHorseGPS
Greater Seattle Area
Completely Agree!
January 13, 2017
I found the product to be amazing, but the setup and App-only setup to be cumbersome and frustrating.
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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.
I suppose all 3 units have the same router name and password unlike having 3 different routers in different areas, thus eliminating wifi search and logging in on the fastest router on the area?
Ed,
You assume correctly. While all the node have different IDs at first, once you use the Linksys App to link them into the network mess, they become seamless - baring the same network name throughout the system and the individual IDs will no longer be displayed as individual hot spots.
You assume correctly. While all the node have different IDs at first, once you use the Linksys App to link them into the network mess, they become seamless - baring the same network name throughout the system and the individual IDs will no longer be displayed as individual hot spots.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
Why is this different/better than Netgear Orbi?
Stu,
It is very similar. Linksys Velop is newer technology, and from a very quick glance at the comparable specs, the Velop has better stats.
They are basically the same thing however.
It is very similar. Linksys Velop is newer technology, and from a very quick glance at the comparable specs, the Velop has better stats.
They are basically the same thing however.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
Does it work for gaming xbox and ps3 and cablevision
Yes. Our Smart TV and Xbox One are wirelessly connected to the Velop nodes and work great. You cannot use an ethernet cable from the 2nd or 3rd node to have wired connection - at least not yet, per my conversation with Linksys.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
So is my second node completely wellness? I just plug it in to power and it broadcasts the signal from the connected one? Can I use it in my basement then take it outside or even possibly my neighbors?
The 2nd and 3rd nodes are completely wireless accept for the power cord. You will need to utilize the Linksys App to set up the additional nodes, but you can place the nodes anywhere that they are in signal range of the "parent" node.
In theory, if your neighbor is fairly close such as an apartment or suburb housing development, then yes, it could be possible to place a node in their home and make it work. I am sure, however, this uses is not the intent of the developer.
In theory, if your neighbor is fairly close such as an apartment or suburb housing development, then yes, it could be possible to place a node in their home and make it work. I am sure, however, this uses is not the intent of the developer.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
Will it work with Hughesnet?
Yes, but it will not increase your bandwidth provided by HughesNet. It is merely provide maximum coverage and speeds of the signal available to it.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
I'm not a techie so please bear with me. I have HughesNet as my service provider which is DOG-Slow how is this going to help me?
The Velop System will not increase the speed of your current bandwidth signal from your provider. What it will do is seamlessly share this signal throughout your home or office space with no gaps and will maximize the speed of internet which is available to it throughout the network. The Velop can handle speeds far greater than that of the HughesNet signal.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
I have fios will this replace the rental router I have?
I believe the rental FIOS is a modem/router combo.
The Velop system will not replace the modem component of your system. If you can downgrade to a modem only setup or purchase your own modem, then the Velop system can help with the WiFi component of your FIOS system, but not replace the modem necessary to access the internet signal.
The Velop system will not replace the modem component of your system. If you can downgrade to a modem only setup or purchase your own modem, then the Velop system can help with the WiFi component of your FIOS system, but not replace the modem necessary to access the internet signal.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
Will it work with century link
Simple answer - Yes.
The Velop system is not a modem or internet provider. It will work with basically any provider and modem that offers either wireless or ethernet connectivity.
The Velop system is not a modem or internet provider. It will work with basically any provider and modem that offers either wireless or ethernet connectivity.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
does each node need a direct cable connection to an internet connector at the wall or does it just pick up a wireless signal
12345,
The Velop system is wireless except for the "parent" node which can be set up wireless or, in my opinion, should be connected to your modem via Ethernet cable for the best speeds and performance. The remaining nodes are connected wirelessly and do not need any cables other than an A/C power outlet.
The Velop system is wireless except for the "parent" node which can be set up wireless or, in my opinion, should be connected to your modem via Ethernet cable for the best speeds and performance. The remaining nodes are connected wirelessly and do not need any cables other than an A/C power outlet.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS
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.
Are you able to hook a cat6 from extra noid to the Xbox or PS4 as if your hard wiring them from a router?
This is a great question.
I actually called Linksys to ask the same question for our Xbox One.
Two answers...
Yes you can, however it does not currently work - Linksys is working to develop this ability for future updates to the system so make sure you have automatic updates selected in the app.
No. Read above.
I actually called Linksys to ask the same question for our Xbox One.
Two answers...
Yes you can, however it does not currently work - Linksys is working to develop this ability for future updates to the system so make sure you have automatic updates selected in the app.
No. Read above.
7 years, 8 months ago
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IronHorseGPS