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Everything you love about Google, for work and play. Google Pixelbook is the first laptop with the Google Assistant* built in. Its super thin, 4-in-1 design includes a long-lasting battery and 7th Gen Intel® Core™** processor. It also comes with all the apps you already know and love including Youtube, Infinite Painter, Google Play Movies, Evernote, Slack, Lightroom, Google Photos and many more***.*Google Assistant requires Internet connection.**Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.***Availability and performance of certain apps and services may vary by region. Subscriptions(s) may be required, and additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Pixelbook and Pixelbook Pen are optimized for selected apps and services only.
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5
Perfect lightweight option
on December 15, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
Although I prefer to use Windows laptops, this is a great solution for a lightweight, fast-acting, simple solution. The user interface is intuitive and easy to use, and the fact that the device starts up almost instantly is great. We will see if it remains fast over time, but so far so good. The battery life has been fantastic thus far and the fast charging works great! Admittedly, my wife has used this more than I have and has basically claimed this as her own, which is fine as I still prefer to work on my more powerful Dell 2-in-1. She did specify that she likes that either the left or right-side USB-C ports can be used to charge the unit, unlike my Dell (only the left side offers charging capabilities).
Overall, this is a great solution for somebody looking for an easy to use, fast, lightweight, touch-enabled device.
Overall, this is a great solution for somebody looking for an easy to use, fast, lightweight, touch-enabled device.
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Request songs and initiate searches from Alexa with this Ultimate Ears BLAST wireless speaker. Its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity let you access the internet, make voice commands and take calls without stopping the music you’re streaming. The 360-degree profile and full-range drivers of this Ultimate Ears BLAST wireless speaker produce big, dynamic sound for your music.
Customer Rating
4
Great speaker overall but not perfect for home use
on November 21, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
I was excited to get my first Alexa product and expand my home automation even more. While this unit does have great sound quality and Alexa works effortlessly, there is one minor design flaw that limits its use. The positioning of the charging port on the bottom limits the position that this can be placed in if you want to keep it plugged in for home use. This forces you to lay the speaker on its side (horizontally). While not detrimental to the product, I feel that a more conveniently placed charging port would have increased its usability and allowed you to place it on a countertop the way it was designed to be: vertically.
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Arlo Pro 2 keeps an eye on your home while you're away, in brilliant 1080p HD quality. Put the 100% wire-free, weather-resistant camera anywhere, indoors or out. Then, power it with the included rechargeable battery or plugged it in (when indoors) to access activity zones and 24/7 Continuous Video Recording upgrades. Use 2-way audio or remotely sound a 100+ device siren while catching every moment with night vision and advanced motion detection. You'll even get motion and sound-activated alerts and 7 days of free cloud video recordings. Arlo Pro 2 works with Amazon Alexa to make your smart home security even more simple and effective.
Customer Rating
5
Totally wireless peace of mind
on November 21, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
I had been considering getting a set of cameras for a while to monitor what goes on around my house. I had a package stolen from my front porch a couple of years ago, even though I live in a quiet, safe neighborhood. After installing the Arlo app on my phone, Installing these Arlo cameras could not have been much simpler:
1) Connect and hook up the base station to Ethernet and power
2) Install the batteries in the cameras
3) Connect/pair the cameras
4) Mount the cameras
1) Connect and hook up the base station to Ethernet and power
2) Install the batteries in the cameras
3) Connect/pair the cameras
4) Mount the cameras
I was a little disappointed that the included mounts don't offer 360-degree protection, so I had to purchase a different mount, but once installed, I have no need to make further adjustments. So far, the battery life has been surprisingly good. They have been up for over a week and I haven't had to charge the batteries, yet. I do plan on hard-wiring the power eventually.
The app is easy to use and provides alerts when motion is detected on certain cameras as well as records the instance. The response time on the record feature could be better, as the recording doesn't begin until I'm more than half-way down/up my driveway in my car for instance. I wonder if this will improve once they are plugged into power and/or if I install an external hard-drive.
Either way, I'm very pleased with the quality of these cameras.
The app is easy to use and provides alerts when motion is detected on certain cameras as well as records the instance. The response time on the record feature could be better, as the recording doesn't begin until I'm more than half-way down/up my driveway in my car for instance. I wonder if this will improve once they are plugged into power and/or if I install an external hard-drive.
Either way, I'm very pleased with the quality of these cameras.
My Best Buy number: 0320166936
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Tune out the world and lose yourself in music with these Sony 1000X wireless noise-cancelling headphones. Equipped with SENSE ENGINE technology, these earbuds make it easy to adjust sound modes with a single touch, so you control what you hear. Compact and intuitive, these Sony 1000X wireless noise-cancelling headphones stay comfortable for hours.
Customer Rating
4
Noise cancelling good, sound quality fair
on October 25, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
I wanted to love these earbuds and to some extent, I do. Owning a pair of Bose Quietcomfort headphones, it's hard to beat the quality that you get from the Bose product. The overall sound quality with these Sony earbuds is acceptable, but nothing astounding like the Bose unit. I do love the storage case that also charges the earbuds. It's very sleek and fits nicely into a pocket. I will probably keep these in my laptop bag so that I don't have to tout around my much larger Bose headphones when I'm on the go.
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Make smoothies, sauces or purees with this 1500W Ninja blender. It has 10 preset programs to ensure ingredients are properly blended, and 10 manual mode speeds give you complete control when blending tough ingredients. This Ninja blender holds up to 72 ounces.
Customer Rating
5
So much better than my previous blender
on October 25, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
Up to this point, I have been using an Oster multi-speed blender. It always "did the trick" but never really created a consistent smoothie. This Ninja blender does all that and more. I can now put rolled oats into my smoothies and have them come out virtually texture-free.
My wife used it to make a summer squash soup last week, and it handled that with ease. I was able to make a nice small batch of homemade peanut butter with it as well. All of the custom IQ settings work well and seem to handle everything I've thrown at it thus far. The clean feature is really nice and super simple. If there was anything negative to say about this blender is that it is loud, but all blenders with this power are noisy (even the much more expensive ones). I'm looking forward to adding the single serve cups to make blending drinks much simpler.
My wife used it to make a summer squash soup last week, and it handled that with ease. I was able to make a nice small batch of homemade peanut butter with it as well. All of the custom IQ settings work well and seem to handle everything I've thrown at it thus far. The clean feature is really nice and super simple. If there was anything negative to say about this blender is that it is loud, but all blenders with this power are noisy (even the much more expensive ones). I'm looking forward to adding the single serve cups to make blending drinks much simpler.
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Keep floors and carpets clean with this SHARK® ION™ robotic vacuum. Its smart sensors navigate floors while adapting to and avoiding obstacles, and you can set up no-go areas with Bot Boundary strips. This SHARK® ION™ robotic vacuum has a long-life lithium-ion battery that keeps it operating for a full hour on a single charge.
Customer Rating
5
Great for keeping the floors cleaner, longer
on October 25, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
I must admit that I was skeptical at first whether this would keep my floors clean. After emptying the dust cup following the first use, I was shocked by how much "stuff" was in there. While this doesn't pick up "everything" from the floors, it does do a great job of catching most of it. More importantly, my 4-year-old loves to turn it on and have it "chase" him around the house, so he is now willing to clean up all of his toys at the end of the day to make sure they don't get sucked up by the "vacuum sweeper". The dock and vac just fit under my entertainment center, so it's "home" is tucked away nicely, but the remote still works well with it. So far, the robovac has managed to find it's way home every time.
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Fuse physical and digital worlds with this Merge cube. It's a toy hologram that you can hold in the palm of your hand, and it works with free apps downloaded onto your iOS or Android smart device at the Merge Miniverse site. This Merge cube lets you play your favorite games with virtual reality goggles.
Customer Rating
3
Pretty cool AR experience, but seems glitchy.
on October 4, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
This is a pretty cool concept. I did have issues while using this where the device would basically "lose sight" of the cube and I'd have to adjust my angle and view of the cube to get it to reappear. The package talks about "free apps" that can be downloaded, but almost all of the apps I found for this cube were paid apps (iPhone) and I'm not going to spend money on an app just to 'test' this device.
As I said before, the concept is very cool and shows what VR/AR is accomplishing as technology advances.
As I said before, the concept is very cool and shows what VR/AR is accomplishing as technology advances.
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Be transported into another world with the Merge VR Goggles. Compatible with Android and iOS devices, Merge VR Goggles provide an immersive virtual reality experience powered by your smartphone.Explore virtual worlds with these Merge VR goggles. The input system lets you perform simultaneous action, such as running and jumping, and the soft foam construction keep you comfortable. These Merge VR goggles take you to new worlds via hundreds of apps with VR START, and they’re compatible with newer Android and iPhone devices for versatility.
Customer Rating
4
Great entry-level VR experience
on October 4, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
These VR goggles worked well with my Iphone 7+. A little snug to put the phone in, but they are designed for a device of this size and it does fit. The adjustments on the lenses were a little cumbersome at first to get everything adjusted properly but worked well once I got them where I wanted them. The image quality is pretty good. The buttons work well for interaction on the device. Unfortunately for me, the motion involved in using a true VR experience interacts poorly with my motion sickness that I've been plagued with since I was very young, so I can't wear these for very long. These are labeled as good for glasses wearers and while I am able to wear them with my glasses, they do push on the frames (they aren't large frames) and can make for an undesirable experience. Overall, these are great for the price. You aren't going to get a full-on experience like you would with the Oculus setup, but consider the difference in price.
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Sit back, relax and watch movies with this Epson video projector. It offers 3,300 lumens of color & white brightness to ensure vibrant, accurate colors, and its HD resolution delivers crisp image quality at 720p. This Epson video projector lets you connect a Blu-ray player or gaming console via an HDMI input for smooth streaming of your favorite media.
Customer Rating
5
Outdoor movie night!!
on September 27, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
I got this so that I could have some outdoor movie time with my family and the neighbors. We haven't gotten the opportunity to try it out much, but it's worked great so far. For now, we are using the neighbors white vinyl siding for a "screen", but I intend to pick up one of the inflatable outdoor screens before too long.
The picture quality is very good. It's hard to believe that this is only a 720p projector. The picture is quite bright. The built-in speakers work pretty well, but I will eventually plug into a larger scale system once I get everything wired (I already have outdoor speakers running from my indoor receiver).
I would have liked to have more connection options so that I could use my Dell laptop with it using cables I already had (DisplayPort), but HDMI is more common and I can always use an adapter cable.
Overall, a fantastic projector that my family seems to love!
The picture quality is very good. It's hard to believe that this is only a 720p projector. The picture is quite bright. The built-in speakers work pretty well, but I will eventually plug into a larger scale system once I get everything wired (I already have outdoor speakers running from my indoor receiver).
I would have liked to have more connection options so that I could use my Dell laptop with it using cables I already had (DisplayPort), but HDMI is more common and I can always use an adapter cable.
Overall, a fantastic projector that my family seems to love!
My Best Buy number: 0320166936
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Complete your cleaning routine with this Shark IONFLEX vacuum. Its 2x ION power pack system includes two LiIon batteries to provide backup power and longer run time, and it bends to reach floors under low-lying furniture thanks to its MultiFLEX technology. Convert this Shark IONFLEX vacuum into a handheld vac to clean ceilings and small corners.
Customer Rating
5
Way Better than my Dyson!!
on September 27, 2017
Posted by: Terry
from Lancaster, OH
I have used many different vacuum cleaners over the years. Everything from a Kirby, to a Dyson, to a Miele (German made), and now two different Shark models. This unit easily ranks up there with the best models, maybe even higher.
I've used this a couple of times now to clean the downstairs of my house. The main floor is all laminate flooring with a couple of rugs. I have yet to use it on the completely carpeted upstairs, not sure if I will or not. I say that only because I do have a couple of units to choose from and will probably just keep one upstairs (probably my plug in Shark duo).
I've used this a couple of times now to clean the downstairs of my house. The main floor is all laminate flooring with a couple of rugs. I have yet to use it on the completely carpeted upstairs, not sure if I will or not. I say that only because I do have a couple of units to choose from and will probably just keep one upstairs (probably my plug in Shark duo).
Pros:
-Relatively lightweight. This is not as light as my Dyson v7, but it cleans SOOO much better than the Dyson.
-Quiet. The motor on this is really quiet. Granted, I grew up around a Kirby that could drown out a small jet engine.
-The flex in the handle is great for getting under low areas like my couch, entertainment stand, and more. I can reach all the way under these without having to even bend over or contort myself to reach. The flex also allows you to fold the unit over for storage without removing the head. On my Shark duo plug-in model, you have to remove the motor head (not hard, just kind of annoying) to store the unit, or it will fall over.
-Runtime: I haven't managed to kill the batteries, yet. I was able to do my entire main floor (on low power setting) with ease. With my Dyson, I was lucky to get 3/4 of the way through (on low power).
-Relatively lightweight. This is not as light as my Dyson v7, but it cleans SOOO much better than the Dyson.
-Quiet. The motor on this is really quiet. Granted, I grew up around a Kirby that could drown out a small jet engine.
-The flex in the handle is great for getting under low areas like my couch, entertainment stand, and more. I can reach all the way under these without having to even bend over or contort myself to reach. The flex also allows you to fold the unit over for storage without removing the head. On my Shark duo plug-in model, you have to remove the motor head (not hard, just kind of annoying) to store the unit, or it will fall over.
-Runtime: I haven't managed to kill the batteries, yet. I was able to do my entire main floor (on low power setting) with ease. With my Dyson, I was lucky to get 3/4 of the way through (on low power).
Cons (constructive criticism):
-I'm not sure why they include a charging stand. The stand is for horizontal surfaces only, so no mounting on the wall. The batteries have jacks on them, so you can just plug the cable directly into the battery. This makes the stand basically useless. I would have preferred a wall-mount option or a dual charger.
-No wall mount. The Dyson really has a nice interface for charging. Just hang on its included wall mount and it's stored and charging. Shark should have tried to mimic this in some way.
-I'm not sure why they include a charging stand. The stand is for horizontal surfaces only, so no mounting on the wall. The batteries have jacks on them, so you can just plug the cable directly into the battery. This makes the stand basically useless. I would have preferred a wall-mount option or a dual charger.
-No wall mount. The Dyson really has a nice interface for charging. Just hang on its included wall mount and it's stored and charging. Shark should have tried to mimic this in some way.
Overall:
This is a fantastic unit. It cleans better than vacuums priced much higher than it. I would highly recommend it.
This is a fantastic unit. It cleans better than vacuums priced much higher than it. I would highly recommend it.
My Best Buy number: 0320166936
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