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With a 20' MiniSpool design, this Monster Platinum XP Clear Jacket MKIII compact speaker cable provides flexible connectivity. The LPE insulation helps eliminate distortion and signal loss, so you can enjoy true-to-life sound.
 
Customer Rating
2 out of 5
2
Not for Magnolia speakers
on March 18, 2017
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
Bought this for my Magnolia surround system consisting of definative technology speakers and a pioneer elite reciever. Always had attempted to tune to a better sound. Unsuccessful. Later bought audioquest x2 speaker wire and the speakers now sound as they should. This speaker wire may be for a 300 dollar boom box or something but certainly not for a 2 to 8 thousand dollar system.
My Best Buy number: 2173276664
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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These speaker cables perform! Optimal might flash in your mind when you hear the sheer perfection of the sounds that happen when you connect your home audio speakers to an amplifier or receiver. This 14 AWG speaker cable is from the Magnolia premium home theater assortment. It features a long-grain copper design for fewer grain boundaries and lower distortion and semi-solid concentric packed conductors for excellent signal conductivity.
 
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5 out of 5
5
drastic improvement
on February 17, 2017
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
i bought the def tech 5.0 surround bp 8060. was given incorrect bookshelf speakers when purchasing . returned and got the appropriate bi polar rear speakers. was also given monster xp speaker wire.and monster bass cables. i upgraded the bass cables with audioquest. immediately noticed a drastic improvement.. after a few months finally replaced the 16 ga. monster xp speaker wire with this audioquest x-2 speaker wire. immediately noticed a drastic improvement. amazing sound. if you are going to buy something in the magnolia room, you should immediately purchase this speaker wire. they cost more then average speaker wire, but not too pricey when viewing some of the really expensive wire out there. these are worth the money. no i am not a fake reviewer i bought the speakers and 3 years later bought this item. wish i bought this speaker wire the same day i got the speakers. don't hesitate. also the banana plugs are great too. quality going into your surround. no gimmicks here.
My Best Buy number: 217327666
I would recommend this to a friend!
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It's a close fight. With very second that ticks by, the kill-count climbs and your team and the opposition keep volleying for the lead. Your heart races as you dodge a grenade and add a few counts to your team's score. You slow as you approach a bend in the alleyway, anticipating an enemy soldier around the corner. Just as you're about to pounce, you hear the faint sound of footsteps from behind you. You whirl around, and not a second too soon, to get the shot off that eliminates the target. It's just enough for your team to keep the lead. Nothing beats the adrenaline-rush of a close win — but without your Ear Force XP510 gaming headset, this game could have easily ended in defeat.Dive into a new world of gaming audio with this Ear Force headset that features Dolby surround sound to illustrate a 360° soundscape for an entirely immersive experience. With features like the Sonic Lens and Sound Field expander, you'll hear every enemy footstep with such clarity, you'll forget that you're sitting in the comfort of your home and not out on the battlefield. The Ear Force XP510 headset is designed to create a customized listening experience, with adjustable surround-sound angles and a wide variety of programmable presets for everything from gaming to watching movies. Whether you're using the Bluetooth connectivity to chat on the phone or strategizing with teammates during a game, you can rely on clear communication thanks to Sonic Silencers that eliminate background noise from your microphone and the Dynamic Chat Boost feature that automatically raises chat volume when the game gets loud. All of these powerful features come together with dual-band wireless technology and memory foam ear cushions to create a completely comfortable, absorbing audio experience that will transport you from your living room to the virtual world that awaits.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
the glory of muting the wife
on March 9, 2014
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
love the headset. i had the earforce delta headset and i got used to it. this headset blocks more sound so it has a dampening effect compared to the earforce delta. but once you get used to the noise canceling capability its clear sound and lightweight design is great. i notice with the new microsoft stereo adapter for the xbox one controller makes the chat a bit distorted when other players hear you. simply pull the mic away from your mouth. it is not the headset it is the microsoft stereo adapter doing this.hopefully there will be an update for this. also for the advance sound editor to work you must first umplug your chat cable from the headset then the program will work properly.this headset is great of you want to block out the wife when she complains.also makes the house nice and quiet instead of using your loud surround sound. i will contunue to use turtlebeach until their quality changes.ive never tried astro. and dont get the xo4 or xo7 because those xbox one headsets do not have surround sound.
What's great about it: cant hear the wife
What's not so great: lose sleep because i game longer, gain weight
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Accelerate your WiFi 5 with NETGEAR Nighthawk! Enjoy fast WiFi speeds up to 1900 Mbps and a powerful dual core 1GHz processor for extreme performance. High-powered amplifiers, external antennas and Beamforming improve range and reliability for up to 100% more wireless coverage. Features like downstream and upstream QoS prioritize streaming and gaming, creating a blazing-fast, lag-free WiFi experience
 
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4 out of 5
4
Here is some feed for you, oh mighty nighthawk
on January 8, 2014
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
I use it in...:Small home
this is a fine upgrade from my wndr4500(n900) wireless n router.when I use turtlebeach headset I experience no interference,like when I used my old wndr4500 or asus routers. this router has a powerful cpu(1ghz).256 ram per core(dual core). I recommend viewing the threads on netgears website. there is a list of compatable hdd to use with usb3.0 also when using advance qos downstream, the directions warn you this feature will cause problems with other applications. so I turned mine off. the advanced qos upstream is nice and runs a speedtest for you in the qos settings. there is a firmware update available.i run speedtests and I get good results. sometimes I need to reset the router because I live in a busy neighborhood. the gigabit lan connection works better with cat 6 wires then the wndr4500. I gave it 4 stars because of the qos downstream and the usb 3.0 problem. i do not use wifi ac, but this router outperforms previous and current ac routers. i will be keeping this router guaranteed. internet seems more stable compared to v600 and n900 routers, and asus routers. i have over 17 devices that connect including smart tvs surround sound i pads xbox ones and 360 , smart phones and laptops, blurays and a printer... it performs as expected. i was looking for something like this for 4 years now. and with the advance qos upstream capability this is the first true gaming router compared to other routers which this technology did not exist.
My Best Buy number: 2173276664
What's great about it: advance QOS upstream, stealthy look, works better then wndr4500, log into router is faster then wndr4500,usb3.0, gigabit
What's not so great: usb 3.0 has compatability issue with certain external hdd,when using avdance QOS downstream router becomes instable
I would recommend this to a friend!
+7points
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The PS4 is a graphical powerhouse, able to deliver massive game worlds with impressive clarity and detail. 8GB of RAM allows for serious multitasking potential, complementing the great apps and features that make up the PS4 experience.The PlayStation brand of consoles has an impressive history of delivering world-class exclusive games, and the trend is sure to continue with the PS4. The growing blockbuster catalog is backed by a library of free-to-play and indie games, giving you flexibility in how you pay and play.The PS4 also acts as a social hub, with several built-in features that take advantage of the social networks you're already using. The controller's Share button opens up a world of video sharing, with the option to stream your gameplay live or record it to edit and post later.PlayStation Vita owners will enjoy the connectivity that ties the two devices together, from Remote Play, which allows you to play your PS4 games on your Vita's screen over a local Wi-Fi network, to Cross-Buy, which allows you to purchase a game digitally only once and play it on both your PS4 and your Vita.All PS4 consoles will need a firmware update and must be connected to the Internet to complete the update. While your console will not always need to be connected to the Internet, a one-time connection is required for the update.Online multiplayer requires a paid PlayStation Plus membership. Some features require a broadband Internet connection; ISP fees apply.PS3 games, controllers and some accessories are not compatible with the PS4.
 
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1 out of 5
1
grainy picture
on December 1, 2013
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
bought this thinking I was getting a good product but I was wrong. picture quality is average, grainy and blocky. settings are correct and I use the best wires. the controller is the same as the ps3 the dashboard is boring. the content is boring. I just bought an xbox one and WOW I am sooo happy now this is soo much better im gonna hollow out the ps4 and use it as a bird feeder.
What's great about it: the black console
What's not so great: noisy fan, runs hot, picture is grainy, online gameplay lags
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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1 out of 5
1
vulgar inappropriate boring
on January 11, 2013
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
this movie is not funny, the movie contains a teddy bear that uses lots of profanity and drugs. marijuana use cocaine use alcohol use. strong l situations. the movie has no point other then being friends with a teddy bear. this is a complete waste of money no action what so ever mild drama, just a bunch of swearing and drug use, completely boring movie. mark walburg ruined his reputation. save your money mib3 is way better.
What's great about it: trick you into wasting money
What's not so great: x ratedscenes,cocaine use
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Learn moreabout Magnolia PremiumInstallation   This Panasonic TV supports images up to 1080p. To build a complete 3D home theater system, we recommend you purchase 3D glasses designed for this TV, a 3D Blu-ray player, high-speed HDMI cable and an A/V receiver that is compatible with 3D products. Smart TVGet a world of instant entertainment on this smart TV. Connect to the Internet and stream movies, listen to music and access a wide variety of other content on your HDTV.Learn more about smart products.CinemaNowNetflixPandoraSkype Facebook VIERA / 55" Class / Plasma / 1080p / 600Hz / Smart / 3D / HDTV
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
very good picture
on December 30, 2012
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
Internet Connectable?Yes
Connected to the Internet:Yes
I own 3 led tvs and 3 lcd tvs. they are 40 inches and under. I bought a 60 inch Samsung 8000 led. nice tv but the picture was not good.whites were too bright the blacks were nice and black. when using the 960 smooth setting it produced more artifacts in the image, so I returned it and bought this less expensive tv after reading an extensive amount of reviews. picture is amazing. the smart aps are ok but no one buys a tv to use the smart apps, but they are cool if you get bored I guess.i bought this tv because the vt series has a dual core processor and an extra black layer on the picture that the gt series does not have. it is true,you will not get a good picture just because the tv has higher contrast or some other spec with high numbers. I like how the white colors do not hurt your eyes on this tv. my tv does not have any buzzing noise like the other reviews written. I did not try the speakers I have a surround sound hooked up. I did not try the 3d yet. smooth picture during fast motion scenes, if I see a blurry picture its because of my cable provider, I can tell the difference. one thing I do not like is the power indicator light under the picture. it is annoying, I might put a piece of tape over it. if you are going to buy a bigger tv like this then get a plasma. .led tv in a bigger size is going to have a harder time processing the picture I already returned a Samsung 8000 led due to image artifacts(even while playing bluray).I use audio quest wires.
Internet content most enjoyed: facebook
What's great about it: picture settings
What's not so great: no widi., red power incicator light
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5 out of 5
5
Sound Quality
3 out of 5
3
Features
5 out of 5
5
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View movies in games in arresting clarity with this Sony VAIO S Series SVS1511HGXB laptop that features a 15.5" high-definition display with IPS technology for crisp images. The 256GB solid state drive offers spacious storage for your media.Windows 7 Professional installedLearn more.Learn more about Intel® Wireless Display.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
good computer
on June 13, 2012
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
recieved this a day ago and i was amazed how fast is started. 6 seconds to start the computer. and about 10 to 12 seconds to fully log into a windows account. that is much faster compared to my hp with an amd zm-85. runs cooler under the stamina setting. runs warm in the speed setting, but not hot.much cooler running machine compared to the hp with the amd zm-85 chip that runs at 2.3ghz. faster load time due to ssd hard drive. the hard drive enables the processor to use its full potential. audio is very nice the sound is drawn toward you, so i do not have to angle the lap top toward me like i did with the hp computer with srs audio. i like the v4 audio much better.if i go into the windows performance information best score is a 7.9, this processor is a 7.5, ram is a 7.6 graphics is a 5.9 3d gaming graphics is a 5.1 and hard drive is a 7.9 respectively. reason for the low graphics is due to the nvidia 640m le chip. the card is designed for slim laptops so it does not perform as well as the other nvidea cards, but it is still cutting edge tech. due to the power saving techniques this video card uses.in my opinion theres a good and a bad to this video card for the price of this computer.low rating on the graphics is disapointing.but if you want the battery life and mobility of this s series laptop theres a trade off.what i also am disapointed there is no blue ray player.the video card supports 3-d and the extra dvd platinium software supports creating blueray movies but no blue ray player.... i understand you can still make dvds but what about hd dvd? kinds confusing for an hd computer with a full 1080 screen with a hd 3-d video card and hd blue ray software but no blue ray..... lol its strange. maybe blue ray uses too much power? i do not know the answer to this. also note there is not fingerprint reader. i have one on my other computer, i think not having it gives you less start up software and its ok to use but entering a password is almost easier to do and you have one less program running. the picture is nice and i also tried world of warcraft free trial and it switches quickly between the game and windows, very nice.i like the sony options. you can also play your ps3 games on a sony laptop wirelessly. one thing i notice, when i search for my wifi network, it does not discover my wireless n 5ghz connection. only the 2.4 ghz wireless g.why? another disapointing discovery, although i had the computer one day maybe i missed something.maybe wireless n uses more power? maybe 5ghz uses more power?again i dont know. i think this is a great computer it is designed for mobility and they shaved off alot of power consuming features, this is showing attention to s series detail( mobility).i had to restart the computer the windows was acting slow . after the restaart it was back to normal, i suspect it was due to an update, it gave me an update alert after i restarted. and the computer is working fast. if you want a no bs computer that has power and doesnt suck down loads and loads of battery , then this computer is for you. you can also buy a tray style battery its flat and attaches underneath, and it gives you approx. 14 hrs of use on one charge.i will be getting this battery in the near future.i think its around 150 dollars. and its not heavy or bulky.i will be keeping this computer, too bad i did not get a sale price on it , but its a brand new model so i am happy
What's great about it: speed keyboard lights
What's not so great: lid is plastic
I would recommend this to a friend!
+18points
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Learn more about Magnolia Premium Installation This copper HDMI cable is equipped with a high-speed 1080p/120Hz-4K-3D audio return channel to deliver a stunning high-definition signal between your home theater components.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
expensive but i notice a difference
on January 2, 2011
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
i have a pioneer elite reciever 2010 model. an with belkin pure av cables the colors are good the sound is good to fair, the speed is not fast i notice the time it takes when you scrol through menu tabs, or gaming seems jittery. then i picked up a monster cable from walmart for 35 bucks. terrible cable, worse then the belkin, at least the 25 dollar belkin cable held its own in the color department, the monster cable did apear to satisfy the speed as far as scrolling through menu tabs and gaming but i lost alot of color saturation. i had to increase my color settings on my tv. then i decided to fully upgrade my hdmi cables with these audioquest. i notice the color returned , i notice apart from the other cables that the blacks and shades are much more amplified, i notice more color spectrum, but minimally noticable.the (low jitter) audio claim seems to be true as far as my observation. i notice the audio is slightly smoother but keep in mind i am using the pioneer elite which does a good job with the audio on its own. but i do notice a dramatic improvement with audio and the bass tones are much more true and smooth. overall the audio is a step better then previous cables. the gameplay is smooth when i look around in a first person shooter game the movement is much more progressive and smoother , the gameplay is smoother and movement is smoother. its not going to make your tv work betteer , its not going todouble your audio experience its not going to wow you , but it will put the audio and video where it should be with the equipment you provide. it will place the audio and video"where it should be". if you have lower end tv or lower end reciever then i do not recomend these cables for audio or video. however if you have a lower end tv but want smooth game play i do reccomend this cable despite the lower end tv, you will help your gaming by providing a faster communication between your tv and the gaming console.
What's great about it: puts your media"where it should be" as far as audio and video.
What's not so great: if a cheap cable is 10 or 20 bucks these should cost 40 bucks not 68..not good for cheap tvs unless you are gaming
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Performance
5 out of 5
5
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Learn more about Magnolia Premium Installation This floorstanding loudspeaker features a 10" subwoofer with a 300W Class D amplifier for brilliant audio. Forward Focus Bipolar Array technology delivers room-filling sound for an amazing entertainment experience.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
perfect speaker
on January 1, 2011
Posted by: snowdtiftnh
from Manchester NH
i bought the 8040 model after trying it out i was not impressed with the punchy bass it had. so i got these with the 10 inch woofer. much better bass. sounds more like surround bass with good reverb in the low tones unlike the 8 inch woofer which has les bass more punch to the tones. overall this speaker has good highs great mids and great lows. alot of your uncompressed sound will depend on your hdmi cord i noticed when i bought the audioquest cord the sound improved the cord i was uding before was a belkin hdmi cord i also tried a walmart monsterhdmi cord that had less quality picture then the belkin cord. the 8060 speaker is a great speaker if you want to make sure your low sounds are going to be right where you want them . the 20hz low frequency makes a difference as compared to the 8040 that has 25 hz lows. i like the larger 4.5 inch midrange speakers over the 3.5 inch midrange speakers they seem to pull more sound out of the movie, for a more "cinnimatic" experience. well worth paying the extra money to upgrade from the 8040's.
What's great about it: bass tones good midrange more cinema like experience
What's not so great: maybe need 140 watts per channel not 110w, not sure yet.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5 out of 5
5
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Learn more about Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect. (Flash demo) Microsoft Xbox 360 with Kinect: The Xbox 360 is your high-definition portal to a world of blockbuster game franchises like Halo, Gears of War and Forza Motorsport. Xbox Live keeps you connected with your friends to team up for cooperative online gameplay or go head-to-head in competitive matches.Kinect's motion tracking allows you to put down your controller and step into a virtual world that responds to your actions. Move your body from side to side, wave your arms, dodge, jump and more to interact with your games, or control your apps with a swipe of your hand. Kinect also includes voice recognition, allowing you to command apps or in-game events simply by speaking.Beyond gaming, the 360 is your one-stop shop for streaming media, with a wide array of streaming video services and sports apps.Broadband Internet connection and Xbox Live Gold account are required for several online features, including multiplayer. A 30-day Gold account is included, but a fee is required to keep using these features after the 30-day period has ended.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Great Price
By Austinb from Northwood, ND
New XBOX with build in wireless all for $299, what more can you ask for!!
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snowdtiftnh
Manchester NH
GPU (GRAPHICS)AND CPU CHIP COMBINED INTO ONE
March 3, 2011
USED TO HAVE 2 SEPERATE CHIPS, A CPU AND A GPU , THE GPU WAS FROM ATI , THE FAMOUS VIDEO CARD MAKER. NOW ITS ONE CHIP COMBINED, CPU/GPU CHIP. ENABLING THE XBOX TO BE SMALLER AND USE ONE QUIET FAN INSTEAD OF 2 LOUD FANS. AND IT ALL USES LESS POWER . 50 PERCENT LESS THEN THE FIRST XBOX360. I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH OVER 8 XBOX360S, IVE SENT OUT 6 TO BE REPAIRED AND THE REPAIRED ONES BREAK TOO , I SUSPECT FROM HEAT . THE NEW SLIM MODEL RUNS QUIET AND COOL, I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH 2 OF MY ELITE MODELS. THEY BOTH CUT IN AND OUT WITH THE ONLINE PLAY AND WITH THE PARTY AUDIO, THE NEW SLIM MODEL DOES NOT DO THIS. THE GAMEPLAY IS SMOOTHER ONLINE AND THE PARTY AUDIO PROBLEM HAS GONE AWAY. I AM SUSPECTING FLAWS IN THE PAST ELITE XBOX360S AS FAR AS ONLINE GAMEPLAY AND ONLINE INTERACTION OVER THE XBOX360 SERVERS. I TESTED MY INTERNET CONNECTION WITH BOTH SPEED TESTS AND PING QUALITY TESTS THEY CAME BACK 100 PERCENT. I HAVE A WIRED CONNECTION WITH QUADSHIELDED CAT 6 WIRES. ITS NOT MY CONNECTION. I HOPE THE CHIP NOT BEING AN ATI CHIP WILL STILL PROVIDE STELLAR GRAPHICS. I NOTICE SOME LINES THAT WERE NOT PRESENT BEFORE ON THE SCREEN SOME HORIZONTAL LINES THAT WERE NOT PRESENT WITH THE ELITE MODELS. I GAME ONLINE ONLY I DO NOT CAMPAIGN SO THE ONLINE GAMEPLAY IS THE REASON WHY I BOUGHT THIS SLIM UNIT TO SEE IF IT WOULD IMPROVE AND IT SEEMS BETTER. I ALSO THINK THE KINECT IS A COOL FEATURE , NOT A PRIMARY ATTACHMENT I WILL USE BUT ITS STILL COOL TO HAVE. I WAS FORCED TO BUY TRHE KINECT MODEL BECAUSE THE 250 GIG WITHOUT IT WAS NOT BEING SHIPPED LIKE IT SHOULD BE FROM MICROSOFT.OVER ALL I AM SATISFIED . I PAID 383.00 AT SAMS CLUB FOR MINE(17 DOLLARS CHEAPER THEN BESTBUY.
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This router delivers powerful wireless performance for a range of home network applications, including streaming 3D high-definition video and multiplayer gaming. Four LAN and 1 WAN Gigabit Ethernet ports allow fast wired connections.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Best Router Available but too many issues
By johnnyfountainvalley from Fountain Valley, CA
I bought this router 5 days ago. Up and running in minutes. It was easy to get all of my devices connected. It was not until a couple of days of using this router that the problems started becoming very noticeable.
This router has been continuously dropping the internet connection. There is a firmware update coming sometime in the future that hopefully will fix the issue - I am using the latest firmware that is pubically available (version 70). For now, I am having a dozen or more dropped internet connections daily, requiring resetting of the router which takes about 2 minutes every time. It really is annoying when trying to download any large files from the internet such as movies from itunes and having to restart the download multiple times until your are successful of getting the file downloaded between internet dropped connections. My netgear router that is 5 years old never had problems like this.
The following WNDR4500 forum on Netgear's own website shows the frustration that users are experiencing with this same issue.
http://forum1.netgear.com/showthread.php?t=72198
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snowdtiftnh
Manchester NH
faster then my v600. happy with router
January 29, 2012
this router is an upgrade to my v600. when i pluged it in it was already set up!!!.when i used the genie software it works great. the genie is not the actual router login beware!!.
much faster smoother operation woth wired and wireless. i like the gigabit connection with my gigabit modem.i like the usb option so i will upgrade to an external storage everyone can access on the network. im not sure why there is a printer share feature when most printers have their own wifi software for sharing a printer. i look foward to using the dlna feature although i am unfamilliar.the parental feature is very nice and a free extra woth the router i like it , but i do not like how you cant set different security levels for each device unless they download the dns software and also need windows.
so how am i supposed to set seperate parental settings for lets say...... an ipod touch or an xbox or an internet device that does not have windows?..... parental settings is good but not the greatest, but still good. there are alot of features that are usable on this router. many other products have extra things to make a sale but are more or less cluttery and useless. performance is much better then the v600.
one thing i really like about this router is the channel auto select feature. it will auto select the best channel with the least interference. also the genie lists all other networks in your neighborhood and also tells you what channel they are on , so you can manually change channel for lower traffic on a different channel.
much better router then any other router i have ever ever ever used. you will have the edge if you but this router. very good router for living in a traffic infested neighborhood.
you have 2 access points 2 ghz and 5 ghz and you also can enable 2 more access points for guests and it gides your networks shared content.
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View movies in games in arresting clarity with this Sony VAIO S Series SVS1511HGXB laptop that features a 15.5" high-definition display with IPS technology for crisp images. The 256GB solid state drive offers spacious storage for your media.Windows 7 Professional installedLearn more.Learn more about Intel® Wireless Display.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
good computer
By snowdtiftnh from Manchester NH
recieved this a day ago and i was amazed how fast is started. 6 seconds to start the computer. and about 10 to 12 seconds to fully log into a windows account. that is much faster compared to my hp with an amd zm-85. runs cooler under the stamina setting. runs warm in the speed setting, but not hot.much cooler running machine compared to the hp with the amd zm-85 chip that runs at 2.3ghz. faster load time due to ssd hard drive. the hard drive enables the processor to use its full potential. audio is very nice the sound is drawn toward you, so i do not have to angle the lap top toward me like i did with the hp computer with srs audio. i like the v4 audio much better.if i go into the windows performance information best score is a 7.9, this processor is a 7.5, ram is a 7.6 graphics is a 5.9 3d gaming graphics is a 5.1 and hard drive is a 7.9 respectively. reason for the low graphics is due to the nvidia 640m le chip. the card is designed for slim laptops so it does not perform as well as the other nvidea cards, but it is still cutting edge tech. due to the power saving techniques this video card uses.in my opinion theres a good and a bad to this video card for the price of this computer.low rating on the graphics is disapointing.but if you want the battery life and mobility of this s series laptop theres a trade off.what i also am disapointed there is no blue ray player.the video card supports 3-d and the extra dvd platinium software supports creating blueray movies but no blue ray player.... i understand you can still make dvds but what about hd dvd? kinds confusing for an hd computer with a full 1080 screen with a hd 3-d video card and hd blue ray software but no blue ray..... lol its strange. maybe blue ray uses too much power? i do not know the answer to this. also note there is not fingerprint reader. i have one on my other computer, i think not having it gives you less start up software and its ok to use but entering a password is almost easier to do and you have one less program running. the picture is nice and i also tried world of warcraft free trial and it switches quickly between the game and windows, very nice.i like the sony options. you can also play your ps3 games on a sony laptop wirelessly. one thing i notice, when i search for my wifi network, it does not discover my wireless n 5ghz connection. only the 2.4 ghz wireless g.why? another disapointing discovery, although i had the computer one day maybe i missed something.maybe wireless n uses more power? maybe 5ghz uses more power?again i dont know. i think this is a great computer it is designed for mobility and they shaved off alot of power consuming features, this is showing attention to s series detail( mobility).i had to restart the computer the windows was acting slow . after the restaart it was back to normal, i suspect it was due to an update, it gave me an update alert after i restarted. and the computer is working fast. if you want a no bs computer that has power and doesnt suck down loads and loads of battery , then this computer is for you. you can also buy a tray style battery its flat and attaches underneath, and it gives you approx. 14 hrs of use on one charge.i will be getting this battery in the near future.i think its around 150 dollars. and its not heavy or bulky.i will be keeping this computer, too bad i did not get a sale price on it , but its a brand new model so i am happy
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snowdtiftnh
Manchester NH
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June 20, 2012
now ive owned this computer about a week and a half or 2 weeks. and i realize now maybe this plastic feeling lid is a metal lid. it feels plastic. but it gets cold like a metal. so i think its the metal alloy.also the computer is very fast , start up times are so fast i will never go back to an hdd hard drive again. i feel even though you have a fast chip, the hdd will always slow the computer down.this is now eliminated, and whatever processor you use, will be used as intended.i wanted to note the stamina switch is very effective, i get twice the battery life when on stamina.also wanted to mention the full hd screen is amazing, every time i look at the wallpaper i am amazed. i thought my old laptop was fast, when i went back and used it, it seemed soooo slow i wantted this laptop back instantly.funny to think a laptop with 7200 rpm hdd and a amd zm-85 turion chip at 2.2 ghz is slow lol.i feel this laptop is well worth the money, also i play skyrim on it with a xbox controllerand with detail on high it plays very nice,i didnt try it on my 40 inch tv yetwith the hdmi port.also most important this computers audio sounds amazing, the dolby v4 support blows me away. this is far better then srs audio on my previous laptop. any audio on youtube or a game or music sounds amazing very clear with fully saturated sounds.ive entered my share of bad reviews. i gave a samsung 8000 series hd tv a bad review for example., but ill tell you this, buy this laptop, it is superb, sony did an outstanding job i am very impressed.
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This Sony VAIO S Series VPCSE2KGX/B laptop features quad-channel solid state drive technology for fast performance. The 15.5" LED-backlit high-definition display provides stunning visuals.Windows 7 Professional installedLearn more.Learn more about Intel® processors.Information provided by Intel.Learn more about Intel® Wireless Display.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
excellent laptop, as advertised, and more
By hogdog99 from Van Nuys, CA
Excellent machine, very fast, very quiet. loaded with good software. Very good graphics. however I would have liked to see the real office come with it. This is my fourth sony VAIO laptop, and so far, the best. I would recogmend it for anyone in school or business.I give it a 9.7 out of 10.
final note, the BEST BUY on line catalog describes this machine as being equiped with a finger print reader, not so!! I very was unhappy when I received the unit and it was not there. catalog error......
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June 23, 2012
maybe the fingerprint reader is the screen . i touch mine and it makes my backlight keyboard light up. why not go for the 1779. dollar sony. it has the 3rd gen 17 with 2 gig dedicated ( nvidea 40m le with cuda technology) i think its well worth it. gotta love the dolby v4 technology.
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