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- First reviewDecember 2, 2014
- Last reviewSeptember 18, 2024
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- First review commentJanuary 22, 2015
- Last review commentJanuary 13, 2017
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Tech for real life. This 45mm Gen 5 LTE touchscreen smartwatch features a black silicone strap, phone-free calling functionality, 8GB storage capacity and three smart battery modes to extend battery life for multiple days. Fossil Gen 5 LTE smartwatches work exclusively with Verizon branded Android phones (not unlocked phones) on the Verizon Network with qualified Numbershare data plan. NumberShare is required to activate service on LTE smartwatches. Numbershare is available with an eligible Verizon monthly plan. Adding a smartwatch to your Verizon data plan will incur additional monthly charges. Customers must have a compatible Android Smartphone (4G or 5G) active on their Verizon account. Compatible Android smartphone must have OS 6.0 or later, excluding Go edition, with an updated version of the MVS app "My Verizon Services" (v.1.0.104.2 or later) and must be HD voice capable, have HD voice turned On and be on an eligible plan. LTE smartwatches do not support a standalone activation, only activation via NumberShare is eligible. For more detailed information, please refer to your Verizon Connected Devices plan. Fossil Gen 5 LTE Smartwatches powered with Wear OS by Google are only compatible with Verizon Android™ phones on the Verizon network. Wear OS by Google and other related marks are trademarks of Google LLC. Supported features may vary between platforms. To avoid damage to your watch, only use with included charger. Do not use a USB hub, USB splitter, USB y-cable, battery pack or other peripheral device to charge. Product should be kept more than 20cm away from implanted medical devices to minimize potential for RF interference. See product insert for full details.
Customer Rating
4
Perfect Combo - Fossil Quality & Smart Technology
on May 6, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pacific Beach, WA
The Fossil Gen 5 LTE Smartwatch is a great combination of Fossil's brand, quality, and recognition and the all-important smart technology that many are looking for. Sharp AMOLED screen is easy to view and touch responsive. 8GB of storage onboard and 1GB of RAM makes this watch powerful to handle your everyday needs.
I found this watch to be a great alternative to the big brand smartwatch. It has all the same features including Health/activity tracking, step counting, alerts, etc all using the google platform of Android. Work for both Android and iOS phones, just download the google apps - the setup will walk you through what you will need. Take calls hands-free from your watch, or even make calls if you forget your phone - you are connected!
I did find the setup to Verizon Wireless a bit of a headache. It took a few calls to Verizon for assistance - wish it was easier! Moving from an Apple product to the Fossil watch with take a bit of getting used to, but it is a easy switch and a far less price!
The feel and comfort of the Fossil watch is better than the big competitor as well! The watch band is comfortable and soft and no button/fold closure on the band which can be uncomfortable. The round face is a nice flashback to tradition watches and the watch faces are customizable in abundance.
The only other issue I have it that you are limited to 5 applications at a time on the watch. This seems odd as it has more than enough memory and RAM to handle more!
PROS
- Fossil brand, quality, and recognition
- Comfort meets Classy
- Value priced but powerful
- Easy integration with your Google Lifestyle
- Works on both Android and iOS platforms
- LTE cellular via Verizon Wireless
- Customizable watch faces and apps
- Fossil brand, quality, and recognition
- Comfort meets Classy
- Value priced but powerful
- Easy integration with your Google Lifestyle
- Works on both Android and iOS platforms
- LTE cellular via Verizon Wireless
- Customizable watch faces and apps
CONS
- Limited application storage (5 at a time)
- Only currently works on Verizon LTE (works without cellular subscription for other functions), this may not work for those with AT&T or T-Mobile
- LTE setup is a bit harder than the instruction state
- Limited application storage (5 at a time)
- Only currently works on Verizon LTE (works without cellular subscription for other functions), this may not work for those with AT&T or T-Mobile
- LTE setup is a bit harder than the instruction state
For the price and features, this is the smartwatch to have if you are in the market! Get It!
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Sweat-resistant earbuds with a secure-fit that give you music that you can feel Skullcandy headphones are custom-tuned to deliver music you can feel in and out of the office.
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from Pacific Beach, WA
The Skullcandy - Set Lightning - In-Ear - Wired - True Black offers the connection of OEM while bring high quality sound, secure fitting in the ears unlike OEM, all at an amazing price.
Unlike the OEM headphones which easily slip out of your ears, Skullcandy has added secure fit with the wired connection many still want that no longer come with the product!
PROS
- Skullcandy name, recognition, and quality
- Secure fit
- iPhone adapter built in-line without the need for a separate adapter
- Sweat resistant
- Great sound quality
- Skullcandy name, recognition, and quality
- Secure fit
- iPhone adapter built in-line without the need for a separate adapter
- Sweat resistant
- Great sound quality
CONS
- None at this time.
- None at this time.
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The CORSAIR K70 RGB TKL CHAMPION SERIES Mechanical Gaming Keyboard will carry you to victory with a compact tenkeyless form-factor, pro-level performance powered by CORSAIR AXON hyper-processing technology, and world-renowned CHERRY MX keyswitches. Win in style with a durable aluminum frame and dynamic per-key RGB backlighting, and flip the tournament switch to instantly disable macros and swap to distraction-free lighting. PBT double-shot keycaps with 1.5m-thickness resist wear, fading and shine for years. Powerful iCUE software on both PC and macOS enables custom macro programming and key remaps, while dedicated media keys and an aluminum volume roller offer convenient control over media. The K70 RGB TKL is a portable powerhouse thanks to a detachable USB Type-C cable and 8MB onboard storage for up to 50 profiles, so you can easily take pro performance to your next competition.
Customer Rating
4
Everything you need to compete, except 10-key
on April 6, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pacific Beach, WA
The Corsair K70 RGB TKL Champion Series PC Gaming Keyboard
is a excellent compact gaming keyboard full of customizable feature, interchangeable keys, and led backlit keyboard effects. The mechanical key feel is reminiscent of the brown type keys I used to love.
is a excellent compact gaming keyboard full of customizable feature, interchangeable keys, and led backlit keyboard effects. The mechanical key feel is reminiscent of the brown type keys I used to love.
I found the keyboard to be responsive, easy to use and typing was effortless. The scroll volume control is great if you need to make changes on the fly without fumbling around for the FN/F# keys while in a battle or race. My only complaint is that I have come to use 10-key so much in everyday use, that not having it on this keyboard is a bit of a let-down. While most gamer will not care about the 10-key area and prefer the compact size, but metal build and construction, it was a miss for me.
PROS
- Corsair brand and quality
- Metal base construction makes this keyboard solid but not too heavy
- Excellent mechanical feel from the keys
- LEDs are great, add class and style
- Responsive, fast, and accurate
- Braided USB cable for smooth movement
- Scroll roller for volume is perfectly placed and effective
- Corsair brand and quality
- Metal base construction makes this keyboard solid but not too heavy
- Excellent mechanical feel from the keys
- LEDs are great, add class and style
- Responsive, fast, and accurate
- Braided USB cable for smooth movement
- Scroll roller for volume is perfectly placed and effective
CONS
- I miss the 10-keys on this compact
- I miss the 10-keys on this compact
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Comply tips are 30 times softer than silicone, cost-effective, simple to install and deliver an optimal listening experience. Unshakeable fit: Ear-conforming memory foam means all-day comfort – no more chasing after an earbud that fell out. Peak performance: Comply tips reduce unwanted exterior noise so you can elevate your listening at lower volumes (protect those ears!); your favorite devices will work better than ever. Charger-friendly: Comply tips are specially designed to fit in most wireless charging cases without interfering with charging. Extra Protection: Built-in TechDefender guard protects your earbuds' sound port from debris, wax and sweat.
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pacific Beach, WA
The Comply - Foam Tips 2.0 Compatible with AirPods Pro™ (Small, 3pr) - Black are a needed update to the beloved Apple Airpod Pros. One of the biggest problems with the Pros is that over time the ear canals begin to open up and the Airpods need the tip size increased just to keep a secure fit and seal. In comes Comply Foam Tips! These Foam tips are solid enough to maintain a tight seal, just soft enough to remain comfortable for all-day wear. They completely replace the OEM tips from Apple.
I found the Comply Foam Tips to be exactly what I was looking for having had to increase the size of my OEM tips just to keep them from falling out after a year of use. The Comply tips are a game-changer and bring back all-day comfort without the pain associated with all-day wear.
PROS
- Great construction and materials
- OEM direct replacement
- Comfortable
- Maintains seal
- Easy to use and install
- Great construction and materials
- OEM direct replacement
- Comfortable
- Maintains seal
- Easy to use and install
CONS
- Can be a bit harder to clean build-up than silicone tips.
- Can be a bit harder to clean build-up than silicone tips.
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Experience next-level computing efficiency with this Dell Inspiron all-in-one PC. The 27-inch Full HD touchscreen offers an immersive and interactive user experience, while the Intel Evo Platform Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM run multiple applications smoothly. This Dell Inspiron all-in-one PC has a 512GB SSD for fast start-ups and ample storage space, and Bluetooth connectivity syncs with compatible wireless devices.
Customer Rating
5
A Powerhouse in the AIO market!
on March 1, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pacific Beach, WA
The Dell - Inspiron 27" Touch screen All-In-One - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Silver is a powerhouse within the All-In-One PC market. Providing the power of the Intel Core i7 processes, 16GB of RAM, and a reasonable sized Solid State Drive of 516GB, this touch screen PC can do it all. The AIO offers a huge 27" touch screen that is responsive and precise. The minimal keyboard and mouse pair nicely with the silver/white coloration while offering a good user experience and feel.
I found this AIO PC to be a perfect fit for my small computer desk space, while offering a huge display and performance of a bulky gaming computer. Putting this PC through the tests, I used in in high performance gaming - no lags or delays, I used it for word processing - perfect, I used it to download and stream content simultaneously - fast, and I even put it to the ultimate test of Crypto-mining - performed as well as any PC can in that harsh environment.
PROS
- DELL quality, performance, and warranty
- Fast Intel processor, next-gen
- Packed with 16GB of RAM
- SSD hard drive brings performance to the next level
- 27" HD Touchscreen
- Built-in sound bar
- Onboard camera and mic for Privacy and Security
- 1 wire (power) for minimal clutter
- Big computer, small footprint on your desktop
- DELL quality, performance, and warranty
- Fast Intel processor, next-gen
- Packed with 16GB of RAM
- SSD hard drive brings performance to the next level
- 27" HD Touchscreen
- Built-in sound bar
- Onboard camera and mic for Privacy and Security
- 1 wire (power) for minimal clutter
- Big computer, small footprint on your desktop
CONS
- White colored keyboard and mouse will likely get dirty/dingy over time and use.
- White colored keyboard and mouse will likely get dirty/dingy over time and use.
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Do you experience slow internet speeds, dropped calls, and the inability to send and receive texts while you’re on the road? With the weBoost Drive Reach OTR, you can improve your cell signal, wherever work (or play) takes you. Designed to enhance signal coverage for trucks and OTRs, especially in remote areas. The weBoost Drive Reach OTR uses the latest technology to pick up an existing cell signal, route it the booster, then broadcast that amplified signal into your truck’s cab. To install the Drive Reach OTR, first select where to mount the outside antenna. This is the most important step as it determines the performance of your booster. Check that the antenna is at least 12 inches from all other antennas and openings to avoid interference. The antenna can be secured using the included 3-way mount on a rack or mirror arm. Use the modular mast extensions to ensure the right height for your antenna, from 7.5 to 40 inches. Once the outside antenna is installed, run the coax cable behind the weather stripping of an opening into your cab. Next, mount the inside antenna by using the adhesive strips to attach it to the dash or a seat. We recommend keeping the inside antenna at least 12 inches away from where you’ll most often use your phone. Then run the coax cable to the booster. Plugin both the outside and inside cables. Now, plug in the power cord to the booster. Finally, plug the power adapter into your vehicle’s power supply and turn on the booster. When the green light is on, it’s working. All coax cable needed for installation is provided. Stay connected, wherever work or play takes you, with the weBoost Drive Reach OTR Cellular Signal Booster!
Customer Rating
5
FINALLY, CELL SERVICE on the road!
on February 22, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from PACIFIC BEACH, WA
weBoost - Drive Reach OTR offers in vehicle cell service in limited signal areas and boosts signals from good service areas. This version of the weBoost offers an external antenna to pull in cell signals from towers when you usually get no service.
I have used other weBoost products for both the house and vehicle. Both products made a difference in our cell services in a remote area, however, this weBoost OTR takes cell service boosting to the next level! The OTR version uses an adjustable height antenna to allow a perfect fit for your truck, SUV, or big rig. Easy to install inside the cab, the wiring is ready for your antenna line once you find the perfect location on your vehicle. All the mounting and wiring equipment is included in the kit.
PROS
- weBoost's growing reliability and product-line
- does want it claims... stronger signals and signal in low-signal areas
- all in one kit provides everything needed to mount, install, and use in less than an hour
- no-touch operations once installed... works when you turn on your key or use an auxiliary power source
- weBoost's growing reliability and product-line
- does want it claims... stronger signals and signal in low-signal areas
- all in one kit provides everything needed to mount, install, and use in less than an hour
- no-touch operations once installed... works when you turn on your key or use an auxiliary power source
CONS
- only issue is mounting for this unit is only available for trucks or vehicles with open-frame mirrors or where it can be drilled into the body such as a pickup bed. Unfortunately it is not usable for other vehicles - use the other models for these applications. Too bad as this unit is excellent for pulling in hard to reach signals even compared to their other models!
- only issue is mounting for this unit is only available for trucks or vehicles with open-frame mirrors or where it can be drilled into the body such as a pickup bed. Unfortunately it is not usable for other vehicles - use the other models for these applications. Too bad as this unit is excellent for pulling in hard to reach signals even compared to their other models!
A must-have product for OTR vehicles or pickup trucks!
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Impress your audience and own the room with the ultra bright EX3280 projector, offering 3,600 lumens of color and white brightness1 to deliver crisp, detailed presentations, spreadsheets and videos – even in well-lit spaces. From home offices to large video conference rooms, this sleek, compact projector makes it easy to display captivating, big-screen images in nearly any location, using advanced 3-chip 3LCD technology and crisp XGA resolution. Perfect for creating dynamic, engaging presentations, the EX3280 allows for easy Zoom video conferencing, accepts 4K content and conveniently connects to streaming devices, such as Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Chromecast, through the HDMI port so you can easily share a variety of rich content, including movies, TV shows and more2.
Customer Rating
5
Quality Visuals, Portable, Cost-Effective!
on February 10, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pacific Beach, WA
The Epson - EX3280 3LCD XGA Projector - White offers quality visual displays while excepting up to a 4k signal, lightweight and portable, all while being cost-effective for a small business, on the go trainer, or even a home theater.
I found this unit to be an excellent companion for my on the go training classes. I was able to expand the screen well over 10 feet in size while keep the image sharp and clear for the whole auditorium. It offers traditional monitor cable and HDMI for up to 2 inputs as needed. Has an onboard speak if needed, but only useful for small rooms. 3600 lumens make the screen viewable in dark or light rooms.
PROS
- Epson quality
- Budget price, high-end functionality
- Bright display, crisp, clear
- Sufficient connections
- Lightweight, portable
- Come with a carry bag
- Remote, cables included
- Epson quality
- Budget price, high-end functionality
- Bright display, crisp, clear
- Sufficient connections
- Lightweight, portable
- Come with a carry bag
- Remote, cables included
CONS
- A second HDMI or DVI would have been a nice add
- Carry bag is low quality
- A second HDMI or DVI would have been a nice add
- Carry bag is low quality
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Now you can enjoy the same quality and craftsmanship you've come to love in your large GE Appliances right on your counters, thanks to our reliable electric kettles. All GE Appliances kettles feature double-wall construction which keeps the exterior of the kettle cool to the touch while retaining heat inside. Never worry about holding a hot kettle or running out of hot water for your favorite tea, coffee or soup again. Thanks to the timeless stainless steel finish on all our kettles, they will tastefully complement any kitchen or office decor with the reliability you've come to expect from a brand you trust.
Customer Rating
5
Hot water, exactly when you need it!
on January 22, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pacific Beach, WA
The GE - Electric Kettle with Mechanical Control - Brushed Stainless Steel is another excellent product from GE's relaunch of their home appliance lines. It offers a stylish look for everyday use and designed to find a permanent home on your countertops without taking up too much space or detracting from your kitchen. Offering hot waters in under 3 minutes (we found it to be faster than that), it is ready for your coffee, tea, or soups in a moment's notice.
We found this unit to be perfect for my wife who prefers drip coffee, with out the coffee pot. By the time she is done prepping her coffee filter and carafe, her water is hot and ready to go. I drink tea and this is perfect for a cup anytime and works well with bagged or loose-leaf.
GE is back in the small appliance market and ready to play ball with the big boys!
GE is back in the small appliance market and ready to play ball with the big boys!
PROS
- GE hits it out of the park again with this product design
- Look and construction are premium
- Easy to use, set up
- Minimal footprint allows for positioning anywhere in your kitchen or even office
- Fast water heating, maintains temperature for long periods
- GE hits it out of the park again with this product design
- Look and construction are premium
- Easy to use, set up
- Minimal footprint allows for positioning anywhere in your kitchen or even office
- Fast water heating, maintains temperature for long periods
CONS
- NONE!
- NONE!
This is a must-have for tea drinkers!
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Specially designed for coarse and natural hair textures, this straightening comb is gold-plated for long-lasting, polished results. 30-second heat-up ensures fast styling, with 30 heat settings. Shea Butter Infused-Ceramic Comb for long lasting polishe results. Optional Turbo Heat increases the high 345°F temperature by up to 36 degrees to maximize results and lock in shiny smoothness, while uniform, even heat recovery prevents hot spots and protects hair from damage. Perfect for touch-ups between salon visits!
Customer Rating
5
Perfect start to your hair routine...
on January 18, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pacific Beach, WA
The Conair - Infinitiy Pro Gold Hot Comb - Gold Plated - Gold offers the perfect addition to your morning or special evening hair routine. The Hot Comb provides the usefulness of a curling iron, but the flexibility of a comb and hair dryer. Specifically for those with course, thick, and wavy hair (hair types 2-4).
We found this hot comb to speed up the hair routine for my wife. She has naturally wavy hair and struggles with bed-head, and out of the shower hair. This comb tackled her waves and provided smooth, slick, and manageable hair in both situations. She states it helped increase volume and remained straight all day. Definitely not recommended for anyone with fine or straight hair. Those who may have a special ethnic hair types, which require additional effort and care, will find this a great addition to your daily routine!
PROS
- Conair brand and quality
- Great design and look
- Heats up quickly (approx 30 sec)
- Does not fry hair if used correctly
- Great for a variety of hair types
- Solid build and construction
- Conair brand and quality
- Great design and look
- Heats up quickly (approx 30 sec)
- Does not fry hair if used correctly
- Great for a variety of hair types
- Solid build and construction
CONS
- Not effective for finer hair types
- Not effective for finer hair types
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The Blueair Classic 680i air purifier brings clean energizing air to spacious bedrooms living rooms or any big rooms up to 698 sq ft. A built-in air quality sensor makes it easy to confirm your air is virtually free of asthma and allergy triggers and indoor air pollutants such as mold, dust, pet dander, and pollen by scanning the air quality in real time and adjusting fan speed to your current air quality. The Classic 680i delivers unmatched performance thanks to HEPASilent technology which combines electrostatic and mechanical filtration technologies. This combination pioneered by Blueair delivers high clean-air delivery rate (CADR) with whisper-silent operation and high energy efficiency.
Customer Rating
5
Fresh Air and Efficiency
on January 11, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pacific Beach, WA
The Blueair - Classic Series 680i 698 Sq. Ft. Air Purifier - White offers filtered fresh air inside your home or office. Utilizing an efficient design, this Air Purifying unit provides user or automatic settings for rooms up to 775 sq ft. Using 3 large hepa-rated filters it removes airborne dust and allergens, pet dander and dirt, and well as other airborne contaminants.
I found this unit to be quick to setup, easy to access and use manually or via the Blueair app and settings. With 3 fan speed settings I found setting 1 and 2 to be perfect for my home. Effective and quiet, it does its job without disrupting the family during dinner or a movie. Also, The overall size is just right for the functioning area. It fits behind our tv and stand. Setting 3 is loud but very effective. It is like a cyclone with the movement of air this unit makes.
PROS
- Solid design and function
- Efficient for power and filtration
- The right size for the area of funtionality
- 3 large filters
- Easy to set up and use
- Solid design and function
- Efficient for power and filtration
- The right size for the area of funtionality
- 3 large filters
- Easy to set up and use
CONS
- Hard to find the app on App Store
- Hard to find the app on App Store
A must have for anyone with pets!!
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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 ›
Overall
3 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.
Overall
2 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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It is fast and can handle just about anything you can throw at it in the means of download and upload speeds.
Remember, there is a big difference between wifi speed and internet bandwidth. These wifi access points will facilitate effective connection, but if your grand daughter is eating up all your data and bandwidth, you will need to contact your provider to increase this.
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Hard disk 1 (301)
No bootable device - insert boot disk and press any key
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Hard disk 1 (301)
No bootable device - insert boot disk and press any key
The problem is whatever key i press in diagnostics, it says failure. We also do not have a boot disk. Is this something you can help us with please?
Many thanks
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