IronHorseGPS's stats
- Review count262
- Helpfulness votes235
- First reviewDecember 2, 2014
- Last reviewJune 6, 2024
- Featured reviews0
- Average rating4.4
- Review comment count4
- Helpfulness votes5
- First review commentJanuary 22, 2015
- Last review commentJanuary 13, 2017
- Featured review comments0
Questions
- Question count0
- Helpfulness votes0
- First questionNone
- Last questionNone
- Featured questions0
- Answer count48
- Helpfulness votes18
- First answerDecember 16, 2014
- Last answerNovember 30, 2021
- Featured answers0
- Best answers3
The Yale Smart Cabinet Lock mounts inside most cabinets and drawers to safely store medicine, cleaning supplies, liquor or important documents. With the Yale Access app, lock/unlock, share access and see access history, anytime, anywhere. *Access anywhere requires the Yale Connect Wi-Fi Bridge bundle
Customer Rating
5
Child Safety Lock - Next Level!
on October 27, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Yale - Smart Cabinet Lock with Bluetooth - White is perfect for any cabinet security such as liquor, weapons, cleaners, or other applications. Works for those wanting to keep a record of access via the app.
We found this to be perfect for preparing for a grandbaby in our home. The ability to lock a cabinet and restrict access is reassuring when the little one is around. The app allows us to open and close when we want the cabinet and keep others out. Record-keeping is even included.
PROS
- Yale name and quality in Lock Technology
- Easy to install
- App is easy to use and access cabinet
- Doubles a child cabinet lock!
- Yale name and quality in Lock Technology
- Easy to install
- App is easy to use and access cabinet
- Doubles a child cabinet lock!
CONS
- Needs an alarm option
- Needs an alarm option
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Night Owl is excited to offer our U.S. designed and engineered 1080p HD Bluetooth digital video recorder with wired 1080p HD spotlight cameras and pre-installed hard drive. With secure spp-based Bluetooth setup, there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing (optional). You can easily configure your system right from the app on your smartphone or tablet with the Bluetooth connection. While a TV or monitor is not required, with Google Assistant you can use simple voice commands to stream camera footage directly to your TV or monitor, all while remaining hands free. Each camera has 1-way audio (speaker) which works with our built-in siren and preset voice alerts. From within the app, you can easily activate the built-in siren, startling intruders and sending them packing. Smart detectiont Technology including human detection,facial capture and vehicle alerts reduce the risk of false alarms, keeping you safe and well protected. Facial capture lets you see who is on your property by snapping a photo and sending the image to your smart device. Motion-activated spotlights flood your yard with bright lights when human motion is detected, instantly warding off trespassers. Our app gives you control of your system and easy access to your recordings, regardless of where you are. Night Owl never charges fees for storage or access to your videos. All recordings are securely stored on a pre-installed hard drive for convenience. You can view and download the recordings as you need them. This system provides the latest technology to give you the ultimate security experience. NOTE: The DVR is compatible with our DP2 Series wired BNC cameras and our WNIP2 Series Wi-Fi IP devices, but is not backward compatible with other Night Owl products.
Customer Rating
5
Owl-eyes Security night or day!
on October 27, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Night Owl - 8 Channel Bluetooth DVR with 8 Wired 1080p HD Spotlight Cameras with Audio and 1TB Hard Drive - White - White brings affordable home or office security without sacrificing quality, video definition, or recording capacity.
I found this product to be excellent for our new home. We live in the country and our house has limited access to public safety or regular police patrol. Working in the city, we love being able to connect with the app to check on the house, property, and pets. Shape picture both day and night allows us to get a clear picture of who or what is at our house, if a package has been delivered and is still there hours later, and to provide quality video evidence should we ever need it. With 1 TB of recording DVR, we can keep videos for review or archive. The biggest issue is the wired setup. It requires creativity or drilling holes to place all the cameras effectively.
PROS
- Night Owl quality and design
- 1TB storage
- HD cameras work both day or night
- Weather-resistant for years to come
- App allows remote access and other features
- Night Owl quality and design
- 1TB storage
- HD cameras work both day or night
- Weather-resistant for years to come
- App allows remote access and other features
CONS
- Wired setup can be challenging depending on the size of the location of installation.
- Long-term concern of weather issues with wire connections (wet areas?)
-
- Wired setup can be challenging depending on the size of the location of installation.
- Long-term concern of weather issues with wire connections (wet areas?)
-
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
The CORSAIR SABRE RGB PRO WIRELESS Gaming Mouse is designed for and tested by esports pros, weighing an ultra-light 79g and equipped with SLIPSTREAM WIRELESS technology to achieve lightning-fast response times and 2,000Hz hyper-polling. CORSAIR QUICKSTRIKE buttons provide zero gap for fast and responsive clicks, The SABRE RGB PRO WIRELESS boasts a 26,000 DPI MARKSMAN optical sensor customizable in 1 DPI steps, with a dedicated button to cycle through five DPI presets on-the-fly. Finished with high-quality materials such as 50 million click-rated OMRON switches and 100% PTFE glide pads, the SABRE RGB PRO WIRELESS cuts through the competition.
Customer Rating
4
Gaming Mouse gone wireless!
on October 27, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The CORSAIR - SABRE RGB PRO WIRELESS CHAMPION SERIES Optical 7 Button Gaming Mouse with Slipstream Technology - Black takes PC gaming to the next level - truly wireless! All the functionality of a wired gaming mouse without the anchor to hold you back!
I found this mouse to be an excellent tool for both gaming and at work. I like the customization you get from gaming mouses when dealing with fine details and graphics... this one does it well without the cord! 3 options for connectivity include wired (if you want it and to charge the battery), Bluetooth, or mini dongle. LED accents are spot on without draining the battery. Scroll wheel is fast. Buttons are perfectly responsive. Options!
My only complaint is that I had Bluetooth issues and lost my mouse connectivity when using Bluetooth earbuds at the same time. This was hit and miss, but it did occur on several occasions. I just switched to the mini dongle and was back to work/gaming!
PROS
- Corsair quality, innovation, and design
- Completely wireless gaming
- 3 connection options
- Battery - long-lasting and rechargeable
- LED and other features are very gaming mouse!
- Corsair quality, innovation, and design
- Completely wireless gaming
- 3 connection options
- Battery - long-lasting and rechargeable
- LED and other features are very gaming mouse!
CONS
- Bluetooth conflicts mentioned above
- Bluetooth conflicts mentioned above
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Enjoy sound with clear treble and powerful bass that’s enhanced in real-time by BassUp technology. 3 targeted modes are individually tailored to cancel out the most distracting sounds in each environment. Voice pickup is free from background noises thanks to Life Note 3’s 6 microphones that use Soundcore’s exclusive algorithm to enhance call quality. Get 7 hours from a single charge and up to 35 hours with the charging case. Choose from the variety of included eartips to find a fit that’s perfect for your ears. Life Note 3’s ergonomic design fits in your ear comfortably and remains stable even when listening on the move. Enhances and emphasizes the sound of footsteps, gunfire, and more for a more immersive playing experience.
Customer Rating
5
Functional, Audio Experience
on October 15, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Soundcore - by Anker Life Note 3 XR Earbuds True Wireless Multi-Mode Noise-Canceling In-Ear Headphones - Black brings functionality and the audio experience together in a seamless package perfect for the audiophile or the webcam meeting professional. The sleek case design matches the earbuds and they look as good as they sound!
I found these earbuds to be a great universal use item for me as I love to listen to music while I work, but can quickly change to a webconference without needing to change output speakers. The were comfortable to wear all day and look good, despite the size. Audio quality was excellent for both input and output.
PROS
- Anker's brand quality and design
- Looks good
- All-day wear
- Sound quality excellent input and output
- All-day uses with the ability to recharge on the go with the case
- Anker's brand quality and design
- Looks good
- All-day wear
- Sound quality excellent input and output
- All-day uses with the ability to recharge on the go with the case
CONS
- None at this time
- None at this time
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
The myQ Smart Garage Camera is the only smart camera optimized for the garage. It works alone or as an upgrade to your existing myQ connected garage door opener to easily add streaming video, recorded events, motion detection and 2-way audio communication in one single myQ app experience. With a magnetic mounting base, and 360 degree swivel camera lens, you can see what is happening inside your garage 24/7.
Customer Rating
5
HD Quality to keep an eye on your Garage!
on October 1, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Chamberlain - myQ® Smart Garage CameraTM is a stand-alone or integrated camera for the myQ Garage System. The clarity in both day or night mode is excellent, offering full HD, and easy to use at home or away via the app.
I found the camera to be excellent. It worked great independently of the myQ Garage System. Unfortunately, the myQ Garage System did not work with my brand, but the camera works perfectly giving an opportunity to double-check if our garage door is open or closed from anywhere. Our family occasionally checks on our place during the day so we can see who is there and when.
PROS
- Chamberlain quality and innovation
- HQ HD in both day or night mode
- Easy to set up
- Easy to use app
- If you have the correct garage door brand, it can integrate into the myQ Garage System
- Chamberlain quality and innovation
- HQ HD in both day or night mode
- Easy to set up
- Easy to use app
- If you have the correct garage door brand, it can integrate into the myQ Garage System
CONS
- None at this time
- None at this time
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
-1point
0of 1voted this as helpful.
Skip the coffee shop! With its convenient 3-in-1 functionality—frozen, iced, and hot coffee—the Mr. Coffee Single-Serve Frappe + Iced + Hot Coffee Maker & Blender makes it easy to create your favorite coffee drinks right at home.
Customer Rating
5
Coffee Shop in your kitchen!
on October 1, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Mr. Coffee Single-Serve Frappe, Iced + Hot Coffee Maker & Blender, Black - Black brings the coffee shop experience to your home kitchen or office space offering hot, cold, and frozen drink opinions for your any-time coffee needs.
I found this product to be a great way to save a lot of money by getting the coffee I want at any time of day without the premium price of single-serve from the local coffee shop. It does hot, cold, and frozen well for my needs!
PROS
- Mr Coffee's name and brand quality
- 3 in 1 coffee options for any taste or preference
- Perfect size for home or office
- Easy to use for any level of expertise
- Mr Coffee's name and brand quality
- 3 in 1 coffee options for any taste or preference
- Perfect size for home or office
- Easy to use for any level of expertise
CONS
- None at this time
- None at this time
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
The Oster 2-in-1 Blender System is perfect for creating smoothies, frozen drinks, salsas, and more. Use it as a personal blender and take your drink to go with the included 20 oz. Blend-n-Go cup or blend and serve up your favorite recipes in the easy-to-clean 6-cup Boroclass glass jar. The powerful 800-watt motor and Crush 4 Pro stainless steel blade design work together to crush ice and blend your creations to perfection. Use this Oster blender as a smoothie maker with the Smoothie auto-program or make your favorite dips and salsas at the touch of a button with the Salsa auto-program. The simplified user interface allows for more intuitive blending control, with Low, Medium, and High manual blend settings, and Pulse functionality. Plus, the stylish, modernized design looks great on your countertop. With an All-Metal Drive designed for durable performance that lasts up to 10,000 blends, you'll never run out of recipes to blend.
Customer Rating
3
Power at a bargain price, short of quality
on October 1, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Oster - Oster® 2-in-1 Blender System with Blend-n-Go™ Cup and 800-Watt Motor - Gray provides power for all your blending needs while doing it at a budget price. No need to look to the fancy brands or gimmicks to get your task done. The Blender system gives you the traditional blender while adding a blender cup, similar to their competitors for on-the-go smoothies, or other blend.
While I found this product powerful, it definitely lacks the style and design of more premium brands. It got the job done, but looks and feels a bit "plasticy."
PROS
- Oster brand and design
- 800 watts of blending power
- To-Go Cup or traditional blender
- Cost-effective
- Oster brand and design
- 800 watts of blending power
- To-Go Cup or traditional blender
- Cost-effective
CONS
- Feels on the cheap side, but will still get the job done.
- Feels on the cheap side, but will still get the job done.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Premium quality brow tools for precision grooming at home or on the go. These mini tweezers are designed with a wider body for a firm and stable grip while the touch up tool removes unwanted hair between brows.
Customer Rating
4
Brow Grooming on the go!
on September 22, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Tweezerman - Brow Grooming Kit - Stainless Steel gives you eyebrow maintenance on the go with 2 tweezers and 1 blade all in a convenient zipper pouch. This kit gives you varying degrees of precision as you move from normal to pin-point tweezer and finally add a razor edge to your look with the blade tool.
I found the tweezers both to work well and the pouch was handy for my business travels. The brow tool was odd and I may just not know how to use it.
PROS
- Tweezerman Brand and Quality
- Precision tools unlike the cheap store and off brands
- Pouch is useful and convenient.
- Tweezerman Brand and Quality
- Precision tools unlike the cheap store and off brands
- Pouch is useful and convenient.
CONS
- Blade tool takes some getting used to.
- Blade tool takes some getting used to.
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Add that professional touch to your video calls with this set which features a 60 LED light that illuminates your videos and helps you shine on social media. True to its name, the achiever is perfect for experienced or aspiring social media bloggers, travel, working professionals and journalists.
Customer Rating
4
Teleconference or Social Media friendly
on September 7, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Digipower - The Achiever - Video Call Pro kit with 60 LED Light, Stand & Smartphone Holder - Black Is designed for the Covid-Era business person to help with a better teleconference video experience by providing a steady stand and front lighted video experience for most smartphones. This all-in-one setup provides everything needed to go live from anywhere.
I found this product to be more useful for social media users than business professionals. While I can see a few people using it for video conferencing, I think social media make-up sessions and current dance crazed vloggers will get more regular use out of it. I think most professionals will just use their laptop cameras instead.
PROS
- All-in-one option for video conferencing or vlogging
- Portable for use just about anywhere
- LED lighting is sufficient to provide needed lighting without blinding the user
- For use with most smartphones
- All-in-one option for video conferencing or vlogging
- Portable for use just about anywhere
- LED lighting is sufficient to provide needed lighting without blinding the user
- For use with most smartphones
CONS
- More for social media and business professionals as it seems marketed too
- More for social media and business professionals as it seems marketed too
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Elevate your entertainment experience with these dark gray Jabra Elite 3 true wireless earbuds. The waterproof design withstands light splashes, while the secure fit offers lasting comfort for all-day use. These Jabra Elite 3 true wireless earbuds charge fast to save time and feature Bluetooth technology to promote hands-free use.
Customer Rating
5
Jabra earbuds just keep getting better!
on September 7, 2021
Posted by: IronHorseGPS
from Pierre, SD
The Jabra - Elite 3 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones - Dark Gray is the next iteration of the ongoing success in quality earbuds from Jabra. Having used the Jabra earbud line since the beginning, I am always impressed with the quality, sound, design, and style of these earbuds. The Elite 3 improve on the Elite 2s in several ways. The sound quality has improved with more tone quality and definition. The overall battery life seems to have increased for all-day wear and use. The best improvement is the fit and comfort in the ear.
I found the Elite 3s to be a great improvement over the 2s. Most impressively and importantly is the fit and wearability. The 2s would begin to hurt my ears after an hour or so and would find myself removing them until needed. The 3s are awesome and have removed the pressure points - I can wear the Elite 3 all day without the pain. There is only increased sound and design quality in the Elite 3. These are a must-have upgrade to any previous Jabra earbud sets!!
PROS
- Jabra quality, design, and innovation
- Superior sound quality
- Easy to use setup and app
- All-day wear
- Long Battery life!
- New case design makes better sense than previous
- Noise cancelling is excellent and hear-thru is just as good
- Jabra quality, design, and innovation
- Superior sound quality
- Easy to use setup and app
- All-day wear
- Long Battery life!
- New case design makes better sense than previous
- Noise cancelling is excellent and hear-thru is just as good
CONS
- None at this time!
- None at this time!
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
IronHorseGPS's Review Comments
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!
-1point
0of 1voted this comment as helpful.
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!
+2points
2of 2voted this comment as helpful.
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!
+1point
1of 1voted this comment as helpful.
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.
+2points
2of 2voted this comment as helpful.
IronHorseGPS's Questions
IronHorseGPS has not submitted any questions.
Create a reliable internet connection throughout your home with this Google Wi-Fi system. The convenient package of three connectivity points effortlessly covers even large homes up to 4,500 square feet. This Google Wi-Fi system eliminates uneven bandwidth usage among multiple devices, including cellphones and tablets, for an unimpeded connection that doesn't lag behind.
Does Google Wifi support 220V or just 120V?
Create a reliable internet connection throughout your home with this Google Wi-Fi system. The convenient package of three connectivity points effortlessly covers even large homes up to 4,500 square feet. This Google Wi-Fi system eliminates uneven bandwidth usage among multiple devices, including cellphones and tablets, for an unimpeded connection that doesn't lag behind.
Need to connect Ethernet multi-port Hub to Google Home WiFi. This to allow me to connect SmartThings & Philips hubs which communicate with their smart devices. I also need a 2nd port to connect to the router. So are there 2 ports the Google WiFi home?
Here is a picture of the bottom of one of the pods.
Hopefully this will answer your question.
Hopefully this will answer your question.
7 years, 6 months ago
by
IronHorseGPS
Create a reliable internet connection throughout your home with this Google Wi-Fi system. The convenient package of three connectivity points effortlessly covers even large homes up to 4,500 square feet. This Google Wi-Fi system eliminates uneven bandwidth usage among multiple devices, including cellphones and tablets, for an unimpeded connection that doesn't lag behind.
I need this for my 16 year old grand daughter..she uses more wifi in one day than I do in a month..basically needed for her phone. Can this be used for only one item???
Yes, this item would work fine for most wifi needs.
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.
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.
7 years, 6 months ago
by
IronHorseGPS
Designed to refuel Fitbit Charge HR wireless activity trackers, this Fitbit FB156RCC replacement charging cable makes it easy to refuel your tracker while you're at home or at the gym. The 6.5" size allows easy portability and storage.
Will this fit the FitBit Flex wireless?
No. The Flex and Charge HR are totally different. This is only for the HR model.
7 years, 8 months ago
by
IronHorseGPS
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.
what kind tv stand is available and where to purchase?
It comes with a typical base mount. I feel it is a little wobbly but works fine. The TV is also set up for the Universal Wall mount - not included.
9 years, 4 months ago
by
IronHorseGPS
Greater Seattle Area
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.
Watching 1080p on 4K - is the picture clear?
I have read numerous tech reviews which state that when viewing 1080p content on this P602UI 4k set the picture can be blurry. Is this in fact true? I ordered this set and wondering if I made a mistake because most everything is and will be 1080p for a long while. Wondering if I should order 1080 tv instead. Thanks for answering.
I have the P-Series - 55" Class (60" Diag.) - LED - 2160p - Smart - 4K Ultra HDTV and the 1080p content is sharp, clear, and awesome! Just make sure to plug into the high-def HDMI port #5 and not the standard HDMI ports.
9 years, 4 months ago
by
IronHorseGPS
Greater Seattle Area
can you repair a laptop that was not purchased at best buy?
We purchased a laptop last year from Walmart. It is a Compaq Presario CQ62. The screen froze then so I con-alt-del. when I turned it on it said the following:
SMART hard disk error
The smart hard disk check has detected an imminent failure. To ensure not data loss, please back up the content immediately and runthe hard disk test in system diagnostics.
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
SMART hard disk error
The smart hard disk check has detected an imminent failure. To ensure not data loss, please back up the content immediately and runthe hard disk test in system diagnostics.
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
Geek Squad can fix many repair issues with a multitude of electronic items.
It will cost you without an active warranty policy with them however.
Bring it by your local store or go to GeekSquad.com to initiate a repair ticket.
It will cost you without an active warranty policy with them however.
Bring it by your local store or go to GeekSquad.com to initiate a repair ticket.
9 years, 6 months ago
by
IronHorseGPS
Greater Seattle Area
How much will it cost to get my PS2 fixed?
I need to get my laser replaced or fixed but I'm not sure how much it will cost me and if I should just buy a new game system.
It is late in coming, but time to get a new system.
The PS2 is now greatly outdated and the costs to repair are too high. You can buy a used PS2 for next to nothing at your local Goodwill or resale gaming store.
Best Buy offers may deals on the PS4, Xbox One, and other systems - and offer an optional warranty.
Best of Luck!
The PS2 is now greatly outdated and the costs to repair are too high. You can buy a used PS2 for next to nothing at your local Goodwill or resale gaming store.
Best Buy offers may deals on the PS4, Xbox One, and other systems - and offer an optional warranty.
Best of Luck!
9 years, 6 months ago
by
IronHorseGPS
Greater Seattle Area