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A sleek, portable Surface Laptop with 12.4" PixelSense touchscreen¹ and great typing experience with precision trackpad, plus the ports you need. Now with an improved HD camera to look your best on video calls, new Windows 11 experiences,² long battery life,³ and a performance boost for the things you love to do. With 11th Gen Intel speed for day-to-day apps, streaming, and casual gaming. It’s signature Surface style, speed, and convenient security for you and everyone in your home.
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What an all around GREAT small laptop for travel as well as daily tasks!
Mine has the 256Gb/8Gb configuration in the sage colorway and the build quality of this machine is simply wonderful. It feels and looks like a much more expensive product and I have received numerous compliments on it, especially when travelling on a plane where I sit next closely next to people.
Unboxing this product showed the contents included:
• Surface Laptop Go 2
• 39W Power Supply
• Quick Start Guide
• Safety and warranty documents
As with most manufacturers these days, care is taken to make the boxing and materials aesthetically pleasing as first impressions mean something. This unit has that feel.
The fit and finish of the aluminum chassis, the keyboard, the track pad all have a premium quality. The screen, while not 4k, is definitely pleasing and gets plenty bright, even in a very brightly lit room. The sound of the speakers is quite amazing for such a small form factor.
Using this machine on a 4 hour flight with a mix of doing business and watching a downloaded movie showed the battery go from 98% to 47% and this was with 4 straight hours of use. For a small product, I thought this was wonderful and would have lasted me another 4 hours if needed. The fan only came on a bit during the movie playback and was not an obnoxious loud. Very impressed.
My one con: The unit comes with the proprietary charger usable to only Microsoft Surface products and this is what allows the fast-charging capability. For the life of me I will never understand why companies do not use the industry standard USB – C as the only way to charge their devices. I would venture to say there is not one person out there that wants another cord plugged in to their wall to charge a different device. THANKFULLY, this laptop does charge with the USB-C port but you lose the fast-charging capability. Not an issue for me.
Overall, if you in the market for a small, very light and portable laptop, look no further! This product checks all the boxes for a relatively inexpensive but premium feeling product!
Mine has the 256Gb/8Gb configuration in the sage colorway and the build quality of this machine is simply wonderful. It feels and looks like a much more expensive product and I have received numerous compliments on it, especially when travelling on a plane where I sit next closely next to people.
Unboxing this product showed the contents included:
• Surface Laptop Go 2
• 39W Power Supply
• Quick Start Guide
• Safety and warranty documents
As with most manufacturers these days, care is taken to make the boxing and materials aesthetically pleasing as first impressions mean something. This unit has that feel.
The fit and finish of the aluminum chassis, the keyboard, the track pad all have a premium quality. The screen, while not 4k, is definitely pleasing and gets plenty bright, even in a very brightly lit room. The sound of the speakers is quite amazing for such a small form factor.
Using this machine on a 4 hour flight with a mix of doing business and watching a downloaded movie showed the battery go from 98% to 47% and this was with 4 straight hours of use. For a small product, I thought this was wonderful and would have lasted me another 4 hours if needed. The fan only came on a bit during the movie playback and was not an obnoxious loud. Very impressed.
My one con: The unit comes with the proprietary charger usable to only Microsoft Surface products and this is what allows the fast-charging capability. For the life of me I will never understand why companies do not use the industry standard USB – C as the only way to charge their devices. I would venture to say there is not one person out there that wants another cord plugged in to their wall to charge a different device. THANKFULLY, this laptop does charge with the USB-C port but you lose the fast-charging capability. Not an issue for me.
Overall, if you in the market for a small, very light and portable laptop, look no further! This product checks all the boxes for a relatively inexpensive but premium feeling product!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing the latest Inspiron 27 All-in-One Desktop with a TV-inspired design and a display which features ComfortView Plus to help reduce harmful blue light and a flicker free panel optimizing eye comfort. Redesigning the front screen experience with a narrow 4-sided border with touch option for a clean look and feel. Stay up to date with the latest processors up to Intel 12th Gen Processors. Take it to the next level and experience seamless and smooth navigating with NVIDIA® GeForce® MX550 discrete graphics for better performance and your entertainment needs.
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I was on the hunt for a new computer for my home office that could run multiple cloud-based programs as well as accomplish video and photo editing with photoshop pro without showing any lag or taxation on the graphics card/processor. This computer met all the requirements and performs beautifully.
Unboxing and setting up this unit was a breeze and once the system updates were completed (approximately 1o minutes), I was up and running everything I needed. Included in the box:
• Dell Inspiron AIO 7710
• White Dell KM5221W Wireless Keyboard & Mouse
• Stand
• 130W Power Adapter
• US Power Cord
Unboxing and setting up this unit was a breeze and once the system updates were completed (approximately 1o minutes), I was up and running everything I needed. Included in the box:
• Dell Inspiron AIO 7710
• White Dell KM5221W Wireless Keyboard & Mouse
• Stand
• 130W Power Adapter
• US Power Cord
The aesthetics of this machine are on par with any computer manufacturer and the weight and feel of the keyboard and mouse (both wireless, battery operated) are perfect. The number of ports on this machine should satisfy any user. The footprint of this unit is svelte and coming from a tower/monitor combination, has proved to be very space saving for me. The display is pleasant on the eyes and the colors can be adjusted via Dell’s Cinema Color.
Internet connection via a wired setup for me with gigabit speed showed my downloads at 780 mbps and upload at 820 mbps.
The Nvidia GeForce card installed is simply superb. As I like to do video and photo editing, this card did not hiccup even once, unlike my previous computer. While I am not a big gamer, my son put it to the test by playing Elden Ring as well as online gaming with friends and he said it was perfect.
Storage space of course is more than adequate at a terabyte and the 16gb of RAM is just the right amount.
All in all, I am very impressed with this unit from Dell, and I have had many clients state they love the look of the computer. I recommend this without reservation and this will be with me for years to come.
Internet connection via a wired setup for me with gigabit speed showed my downloads at 780 mbps and upload at 820 mbps.
The Nvidia GeForce card installed is simply superb. As I like to do video and photo editing, this card did not hiccup even once, unlike my previous computer. While I am not a big gamer, my son put it to the test by playing Elden Ring as well as online gaming with friends and he said it was perfect.
Storage space of course is more than adequate at a terabyte and the 16gb of RAM is just the right amount.
All in all, I am very impressed with this unit from Dell, and I have had many clients state they love the look of the computer. I recommend this without reservation and this will be with me for years to come.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Apex Pro Mini is the Incredibly fast Mini Keyboard, featuring OmniPoint 2.0 Adjustable HyperMagnetic Switches with Rapid Trigger, total adjustability of actuation points, and 2-in-1 Action Keys.
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I have taken this keyboard for a workout over the last 7 days from gaming to regular daily computing tasks and I must say that I will not be going back to a full-sized board again. This keyboard was a pleasant surprise, and the customizability is wonderful.
The unit comes with the keyboard and a very nice, long braided nylon feeling USB-C cord to attach to the monitor via USB-A. I was concerned I would not have enough reach from the board to the monitor based on my configuration but that is simply not the case. Unpacking the keyboard showed a solid build albeit plastic feel. I had no problems with this moving around on the desktop given its small size – it was very stable.
The feel of the Omnipoint keys right out of the box was quite satisfying as it was, however I choose to customize the actuation to my liking in the software. Reprogramming keys, using the 2 in one key function, changing actuation, and changing color scheme were all super easy through the software. A week out, I am still finding and tweaking the board to my liking.
As long as one is comfortable with a 60% board, I cannot imagine anyone not liking this product. All it takes is some time on the software to “fit” this board to your own unique style. SteelSeries has a winner here!
The unit comes with the keyboard and a very nice, long braided nylon feeling USB-C cord to attach to the monitor via USB-A. I was concerned I would not have enough reach from the board to the monitor based on my configuration but that is simply not the case. Unpacking the keyboard showed a solid build albeit plastic feel. I had no problems with this moving around on the desktop given its small size – it was very stable.
The feel of the Omnipoint keys right out of the box was quite satisfying as it was, however I choose to customize the actuation to my liking in the software. Reprogramming keys, using the 2 in one key function, changing actuation, and changing color scheme were all super easy through the software. A week out, I am still finding and tweaking the board to my liking.
As long as one is comfortable with a 60% board, I cannot imagine anyone not liking this product. All it takes is some time on the software to “fit” this board to your own unique style. SteelSeries has a winner here!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Optimized with technology that simplifies your life, Inspiron 2-in-1 laptops offer a range of easy-to-use features all packaged in a minimalist and modern design. See your beautiful world whenever you want with the new Inspiron 16 2-in-1. It features an FHD+ display and 16:10 aspect ratio packed into a slim 2-in-1 design. Your world is closer with powerful 12th Generation Intel Core Evo platform processors. It also has a 360 degree hinge that allows you to work in 4 different modes - laptop, tablet, tent and stand. And if that’s not all, your Inspiron features environmentally-conscious designs that complement not just your style but also your values.
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Coming from another Dell laptop (for business) that has much higher specs than this laptop, I was not expecting too very much with respect to performance – and I was proved very wrong. While this is an Intel 12th generation I5 processor and the RAM is 8gb, it performs the daily tasks I need with almost the same speed and smoothness as my other. Having 512 GB drive is plenty for my needs.
The aesthetics of the computer are very pleasing, and I appreciate the aluminum build as it feels solid but not too heavy. The keyboard and trackpad have a soft feeling and the keyboard is laid out in a nice manner. The screen, while “just FHD” is very easy on the eyes and I could easily do work outside with increasing the brightness.
Connections on this machine are stellar for this range of computer. With the thunderbolt 4.0 USB to the wifi 6 to the Bluetooth 5.2, this will be relevant for quite some time. Connecting my mouse, to the internet and VPN to my office was all very simple and fast. Having the bonus (and hard to find) HDMI port and USB A was a pleasant surprise.
My only slight negative is the sound from the speakers seems to be a bit on the anemic side but in my experience, unless you have larger chassis and more expensive specs for the speakers, it is simply difficult to get good sound out of a midrange model.
Using this in all three configurations (laptop style, tablet style and tent) was easy and had equal performance.
All in all, I would highly recommend this laptop. Has all the specs you could want for daily use / business use. Of course, heavy gamers would not want this but that is not what this machine was made for.
You won’t be disappointed in this machine.
The aesthetics of the computer are very pleasing, and I appreciate the aluminum build as it feels solid but not too heavy. The keyboard and trackpad have a soft feeling and the keyboard is laid out in a nice manner. The screen, while “just FHD” is very easy on the eyes and I could easily do work outside with increasing the brightness.
Connections on this machine are stellar for this range of computer. With the thunderbolt 4.0 USB to the wifi 6 to the Bluetooth 5.2, this will be relevant for quite some time. Connecting my mouse, to the internet and VPN to my office was all very simple and fast. Having the bonus (and hard to find) HDMI port and USB A was a pleasant surprise.
My only slight negative is the sound from the speakers seems to be a bit on the anemic side but in my experience, unless you have larger chassis and more expensive specs for the speakers, it is simply difficult to get good sound out of a midrange model.
Using this in all three configurations (laptop style, tablet style and tent) was easy and had equal performance.
All in all, I would highly recommend this laptop. Has all the specs you could want for daily use / business use. Of course, heavy gamers would not want this but that is not what this machine was made for.
You won’t be disappointed in this machine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing Logitech MX Master 3S – an iconic mouse remastered. Designed for designers and engineered for coders, now with Quiet Clicks and 8K DPI any-surface tracking for more feel and performance than ever before. It’s ergonomic silhouette is crafted to support your palm and fingers and allows you to work comfortably for hours across multiple computers and operating systems in one fluid workflow. With MX Master 3S, you can truly master what you make.
Posted by: JediJeff
I have used every iteration of the MX Master series mice and was looking forward to getting this newest version. It definitely does not disappoint, and I highly recommend this mouse.
Packaging is typical for Logitech and refreshingly simple. It comes with the mouse, USC C charging cable and the Logi Bolt USB receiver (I have never needed this for any version of this mouse as I connect via Bluetooth).
The only issue I came across was with setting this mouse up. I had been using the MX master 2S mouse for a year and it connected immediately. This one took about 20 minutes as my 3 month $2700 laptop would not pair with the product. I then tried to connect through the Logi Options software but came to find out this mouse needed a different software called Logi Options + in order to unwrap all the great features, assign buttons, etc. Had to remove Logi Options, install Logi Options +, then reboot and then it connected quickly. It would have been nice to know it needed a different software from the beginning – would have saved a lot of time.
Operation of this mouse is flawless and unbelievably works on ANY surface, even a clear glass top table. Programming the buttons through the software was simple and of course you can change the speeds of the cursor movement as well as the 2 buttons near the thumb under the thumb scroll to your liking. Ergonomically, this is the best feeling, most comfortable mouse of the MX series.
Overall – I highly recommend this mouse as it does what it touts and does it extremely well.
Packaging is typical for Logitech and refreshingly simple. It comes with the mouse, USC C charging cable and the Logi Bolt USB receiver (I have never needed this for any version of this mouse as I connect via Bluetooth).
The only issue I came across was with setting this mouse up. I had been using the MX master 2S mouse for a year and it connected immediately. This one took about 20 minutes as my 3 month $2700 laptop would not pair with the product. I then tried to connect through the Logi Options software but came to find out this mouse needed a different software called Logi Options + in order to unwrap all the great features, assign buttons, etc. Had to remove Logi Options, install Logi Options +, then reboot and then it connected quickly. It would have been nice to know it needed a different software from the beginning – would have saved a lot of time.
Operation of this mouse is flawless and unbelievably works on ANY surface, even a clear glass top table. Programming the buttons through the software was simple and of course you can change the speeds of the cursor movement as well as the 2 buttons near the thumb under the thumb scroll to your liking. Ergonomically, this is the best feeling, most comfortable mouse of the MX series.
Overall – I highly recommend this mouse as it does what it touts and does it extremely well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This is Motif A.N.C., the true wireless headphones from Marshall that amplify your audio while shutting down the noise around you with active noise cancellation. Carry th ebig stage in your pocket with 20 total hours of wireless playtime and the sturdy portable chargin case. These wireless earbuds deliver big on their promise of thunderous sound in a neat package. Enjoy amplified adio in a sealed-fit design that is made for all-day listening.
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from Kansas City
How Often Used:3-5 times a week
Having 2 other in ear wireless headphones of the same price range to compare to, I have found these Marshall Motif ANC ones to be the most comfortable as well as the most capable. I have had these earbuds now for 5 days and have had the opportunity to use them in various settings - from biking and running to use in an airport/airplane trip. These are by far the best sounding headphones in this category I have had.
The product comes packaged with elite level packaging and contains the headphones, the charging case, the user manual and the extra 2 sizes of tips. I found that the already attached medium size was perfect.
The charging case has a small footprint and indeed charges the buds quickly and does indeed provide the 20 hours of charge. Be mindful that it will be less if the active noise cancelling mode is on all the time.
Connecting to my phone and app was as easy as a Bluetooth device should be and immediately upon connection to the app, the buds received a firmware update that went smoothly. Within the app you can change the EQ settings and various other settings for the buds. One complaint I have with the app is that there are only a handful of preset EQ settings (6) but no way to dial in a custom EQ and save that as a preference. Seems like an easy in app solution and as everyone's listening preferences are different, I am surprised that such a great product does not have this feature.
The comfort of these is the best I have had in any of the headphones I have owned. On my recent flight, I pretty much had these in for 4 hours straight and felt no ear fatigue or discomfort.
The sound of these is simply stellar for such a product! Sound is such a personal issue for us all and I found that my favorite music pieces sounded perfect with these buds.
All in all, Marshall has a winner here! Two small changes would make these perfect - First, add a custom EQ setting in the app so a user can dial in their exact preference and second, be able to control the volume from the earbuds.
You won't regret this purchase!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
Comfort
5
Durability
5
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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It takes serious water power to clear debris — meet one of the strongest cordless engines on the market: the BURST Water Flosser. With three settings and three 360-degree rotating tip options, you can massage your gums, precisely spray between teeth to dislodge bacteria, and give plaque the boot.
Posted by: JediJeff
This is my second water flosser I have owned and unfortunately this unit does not quite fit the bill for a proper flossing. I have used this over my sink as well as in the shower and while the water does shoot out at a nice stream, the reservoir runs out VERY quickly. In order to floss the upper and lower gums and teeth, it was necessary to refill the flosser every 15 seconds plus or minus a few. I tried the flosser on all the settings and with the same relative amount of needing to refill it. Simply too time consuming to do this and in the shower took even longer as you have to fill the reservoir from the shower stream coming out, not the sink which was much faster. I also found that the strength of the stream of water, even on its highest setting was lacking in oomph. The good parts - I found it was very ergonomical and easy to hold and manipulate the unit. The head rotates to get the best angle to the hard to reach spots in the back of the gum. The packaging was wonderful and the brochure it comes with, while gimmicky, is quite clever. All in all this product is a good attempt at a water flosser but has some difficult holdups to highly recommend it.
Ease of Use
4
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Maintain a comfortable home environment with this Kyvol HD3 humidifier, which humidifies your home and soothes dry skin and reduces coughing, congestion and other symptoms by keeping proper air humidity at around 45% to 60%. The ultra-quiet ultrasonic feature ensures better sleep quality and 75 hours super long-lasting runtime to help indoor plants grow healthier, especially during dry winter season.
Posted by: JediJeff
Great for a medium sized bedroom! I have this humidifier in the master bedroom of my mountain home in Colorado. For anyone who has ever been to the mountains with elevation above 8000 feet, you know how dry the air gets which causes bloody noses, headaches etc. This humidifier exceeded my expectations in producing a dialed in amount of humidity to the air in my roughly 350 square foot bedroom. It has a small form factor but holds a decent amount of water (just over a gallon) to run for 3 nights at 8-9 hours a night before it needs a refill. It has an automatic shut off feature when the unit is dry and alerts you when it needs the refill. The water receptacle is easy to operate/open to refill and the unit is easy to clean. Of note, it is not to be used with fragrant oils which, for me, does not deter the rating. In order to reduce mold and calcium build up, I will run a tank with 85% water, 15% white vinegar once every couple of weeks as I have done with other similar products. My favorite part (other than the obvious great added humidity) is how quiet this unit operates. If it wasn't for the mist that comes out, one would not know it was on. All in all, for the price, this little gem cannot be beat!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Smart security that is designed for every home. Set up in minutes, and receive notifications from the app whenever a visitor presses your Video Doorbell or motion is detected. You can also choose to wire it to sound your existing home chime. Blink Video Doorbell lets you answer your door no matter where you are. Receive customizable alerts right from the Blink Home Monitor app, and experience helpful features like HD day and night video and two-way audio. Best part – Blink’s long-battery life technology provides peace of mind for up to two years.
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from Kansas City
This is coming from a consumer who has multiple Blink cameras in not only my main house but also my vacation home. I absolutely love that this system recognizes the different Wifi locations and I can view both homes on the same app…. can’t say that for other manufacturers and I have tried them all.
Setting up this doorbell cam was easy an I opted for the non-wired version as my “doorbell” is actually a camera for my driveway. Set up took approximately 5 minutes and install where I wanted was simple.
The sync module was easy to set to my account and the camera even easier. Viewing angles and quality of image were stellar.
No hesitation to recommend this! App control is easy and seamless.
Highly recommended!
The sync module was easy to set to my account and the camera even easier. Viewing angles and quality of image were stellar.
No hesitation to recommend this! App control is easy and seamless.
Highly recommended!
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Next-level versatility comes in the perfect pair — Surface Slim Pen 2 stores securely and recharges in the premium keyboard, featuring a large glass touchpad and luxurious, Alcantara material covering. Ready to pair with Surface Pro 9, Surface Pro 8 and Surface Pro X.*
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from Kansas City
I am using this product with the newest Surface Pro X and I simply love the keyboard and the pen.
Design - The Keyboard snaps to the tablet magnetically and is sturdy. The pen snaps into the keyboard also magnetically and stays in place even turning it upside down. 5/5 here.
Aesthetics - A big win here as the keyboard has a soft outer texture over a firm inner component that makes it stiff but also comfortable. The pen has a nice weight to it but is not round - is semi flat. I like this design but others may like a more traditional round device. 5/5 here.
Keyboard - The track pad is very responsive and gestures like scrolling and zooming are easily performed without errors. It has a backlight for when needed and is responsive as well. 5/5.
Pen - Personally I like the design and found the pen adequate for all tasks - I am by no means an artist so it definitely worked well for me. 5/5 here.
Price - underwhelming - $280 is simply too expensive for add on devices. I would argue that these should be included with the purchase of all the Surface Pro Line of devices. 3/5 here.
Design - The Keyboard snaps to the tablet magnetically and is sturdy. The pen snaps into the keyboard also magnetically and stays in place even turning it upside down. 5/5 here.
Aesthetics - A big win here as the keyboard has a soft outer texture over a firm inner component that makes it stiff but also comfortable. The pen has a nice weight to it but is not round - is semi flat. I like this design but others may like a more traditional round device. 5/5 here.
Keyboard - The track pad is very responsive and gestures like scrolling and zooming are easily performed without errors. It has a backlight for when needed and is responsive as well. 5/5.
Pen - Personally I like the design and found the pen adequate for all tasks - I am by no means an artist so it definitely worked well for me. 5/5 here.
Price - underwhelming - $280 is simply too expensive for add on devices. I would argue that these should be included with the purchase of all the Surface Pro Line of devices. 3/5 here.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Lenovo Yoga 910 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Streamline your work and stay on task with this Lenovo Yoga 910 laptop. This machine's sleek all-metal unibody design contains an array of powerful tech, including a vibrant 4K high-definition touchscreen, which makes the notebook ideal for graphics professionals. Weighing in at just over 3 pounds, this Lenovo Yoga 910 laptop is a lightweight yet capable traveling companion.
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3 out of 5
3 out of 5Beautiful cover, bad book + loud fan
By Levi
This laptop definitely gives a great first impression. The watchband hinge is unique looking and reduces the wobble that plagues most 2-in-1 computers. The glass panel is elegant. The touchpad is apple quality.
However, one should not always judge a book by its cover. After using the laptop for a week, I noticed that the high-pitch fan kicks up at random times. It is also not a comfortable, low pitch hum that occasionally turns on like on my old macbook air which I considered in the past to be very noisy. It's more a like a high pitch kettle sound that's constantly on and throttles violently at times. Perhaps, if you're elderly or partially deaf, this will not bother you. Even the BIOS driver released in December 2016 did not help in my case. Actually, the fan ran 80% before the driver. Now, it runs literally 100% of the time. And FYI, I use the laptop mostly to watch youtube, take notes for class, and watch netflix.
When I was looking at the display model in the store, I asked the salesperson whether or not the laptop had an aggressively loud fan like some comments online had mentioned. He told me that the computer is silent because of the SSD which is a complete lie. Do not be fooled by claims that this laptop runs quietly. The only time this computer is silent is when it is turned off or in standby. I read in another review that the fan is only noisy for the first week of use because of some file management process that is beyond my understanding. But, I can assure you that the fan is still noisy after 1 week of use.
I expected loud fan noise during intensive processes like making a movie. But, I hear the fan screaming even when I only have one browser window open and gmail. It can get pretty annoying in quiet places, so I no longer can work in quiet libraries. Sadly, this supposedly flagship computer is best used at home or in private/ noisy places where sound isn't an issue. And even when watching netflix, I have always opted to use headphones because no one likes to watch tv/movies with constant whistling in the background.
I expected loud fan noise during intensive processes like making a movie. But, I hear the fan screaming even when I only have one browser window open and gmail. It can get pretty annoying in quiet places, so I no longer can work in quiet libraries. Sadly, this supposedly flagship computer is best used at home or in private/ noisy places where sound isn't an issue. And even when watching netflix, I have always opted to use headphones because no one likes to watch tv/movies with constant whistling in the background.
Another concern is the durability of the glass cover. I am very sad that my beautiful glass cover looks like a limited edition "spider web" now after just 1 week. I placed it on a stand to elevate the keyboard to a comfortable typing position. The stand tipped over backwards and the laptop pivoted off 4 inches. That was enough to shatter the entire back lid. Now I know why 99% of laptops don't use glass as the lid cover... So if you own or are considering this laptop, I would invest in the bestbuy protection plan or a screen protector because this glass lid is beautiful but not practical at all. And because the laptop is limited edition, Lenovo quoted an $800 price for the replacement part after 2 hours on hold... for that price I can buy a whole other laptop with multiple thunderbolt usb C, hdmi output, normal sized right shift key, active stylus compatibility.
If I could do it again, I might give the full HD standard aluminum version a chance. I really wanted a unique laptop, and unfortunately it didn't work out well for me. Sometimes it is better to be practical. I would go for a metal laptop with certain features that this laptop lacked: latest thunderbolt capable usb C, >6 hr of real world use, hdmi or mini display port of some sort, SD card reader, and larger right shift key.
JediJeff
Owner of same computer
January 6, 2017
I have found this computer to be just about perfect, especially after my updates to BIOS and all other drivers. Runs super quiet and fan kicks in quietly once every hour or so and when does, it is certainly not loud. See my review for what I did after purchase...it makes ALL the difference to the performance!
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An elegant, all-weather streaming sound system that blends in with the natural landscape of outdoor spaces. Six satellite speakers and one in-ground subwoofer provide precision performance and even, balanced coverage, allowing for optimal music enjoyment that seemingly emanates from the surrounding landscape.