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Brother MFC-J6545DW INKvestment Tank all-in-one inkjet printer offers print, copy, scan and fax up to 11" x 17" and feature cartridges that work with an internal ink storage tank to deliver up to 1 year of printing. Help take the guesswork out of when to replace ink by using the unique Brother Page Gauge, a visual, numerical way to know the amount of ink you've used and the amount of ink you have remaining. Includes mobile device printing, 11" x 17" scan glass, automatic two-sided printing and a 3.7" touch screen.
 
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Great Solution for Small Businesses
on September 27, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Rio Grande Valley (RGV)
---SETUP---
The setup for this Brother printer is time consuming if you’ve never used an inkvestment type printer before. The size of the printer requires two people for safe handling. The ink cartridges are easy to install and have a unique wedge per color to prevent wrong insertion. The black ink, however, must be shaken 15 times before it can be used. After that, it takes 8 minutes for the ink tanks to do their first cycle. If you do all the steps back to back and with no errors, you’re looking at a 20 minute setup with WiFi.
---FEATURES---
The key feature of this printer is that it uses “inkvestment” technology. All that means is that the ink tanks (read: cartridges) have been modified to fit more ink, require less changing, and be cheaper to replace. The box touts to have 1 year’s worth of ink included in the box printing 300 pages per month. Additionally, it works as a fax, scanner (with OCR), and copier. It has up to 4800 x 1200 DPI color resolution, the ability to air-print (iOS and Android), and scan to cloud services.
---PERFORMANCE---
The performance of this Brother printer was excellent with a few mishaps that may or may not affect you. This printer is meant for small business, but not all businesses use all features. When it comes to printing, the quality is above par. I printed a high-quality color image on photo paper with photo-quality settings and the image looked incredible. Additionally, I printed a similar image on card stock fed through the alternate multipurpose tray that can be used for envelopes or other sizes and paper types and the results were equally impressive. Printing on paper is great as well, but I did find a tiny issue with this. As my multi-paper document was printing, at some point, one of the papers didn’t land flat on the bed. Instead, it curled up causing a few others to coil up behind it (pictured). It only happens once, but I thought I should mention it since it did occur in a setting where there was no air source coming through and the printer was on a stable surface. Another thing that I noticed was that scanning an image through the feeder tray didn’t come out entirely straight, but it’s not a feature I plan on using often. Lastly, I did print using my iPhone, which didn’t require any additional apps once the printer was connected to my network. Printing via the phone, though, has limitations on the options of what tray to print from as well as other functionalities.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product meets my expectations. This is not the first inkvestment-type printer I own. Being a teacher, I have a lot of printing needs when school printers shut down. These types of printers do live up to their name of saving you money when having to buy ink again. For my needs, it will serve a good purpose.
---VALUE---
The price for the printer in terms of value makes it a good trade-off vs. how much you will save on ink.
---APPROVAL---
I highly recommend this product for people who own a small business, educators, or people who print in large quantities monthly.
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Connect multiple peripherals, and increase functionally of a MacBook with side-by-side USB Type-C ports with the Platinum USB Type-C multi-port hub. The hub is made exclusively for MacBook, and transforms two USB Type-C ports into eight ports. Premium space gray design compliments your MacBook.
 
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Platinum Brand, Platinum Quality
on September 25, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Nashville
---SETUP---
The setup of this hub for Mac is quick. Out of the box, it is plug and play. I was able to plug it in without removing my protective case from my 2019 MacBook Pro.
---FEATURES---
The key feature of this hub is that you can turn your two USB-C ports from the MacBook Pro into 8 ports: 2 USB-Cs, 2 USB 3.0s, SD, Mirco SD, Ethernet port, and a 4K HDMI port. Additionally, it is self powered and doesn’t require to be plugged in anywhere other than your MacBook.
---PERFORMANCE---
The performance was phenomenal. I had purchased a cheaper, similar device online but when I plugged in my external USB Apple disc drive, it wouldn’t power up. With this Platinum hub, I was able to plug in the USB Apple disc drive and it worked flawlessly. I was also able to connect a tablet and my own Mac charging cable so that both devices were charging at the same time. It had no issues reading my 3.0 USBs nor my Mirco SD cards with and without the SD adapter. It is able to read up to 2 TB SD cards.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product exceeds my expectations. Not only does the Platinum hub work, but it has a great aesthetic. It is space gray, which matches perfectly with my MacBook while opened. Additionally, when I plugged in my HDMI cable, or any other cable, the cables don’t feel loose. There’s a nice tight feeling when you plug anything to it, which makes the Platinum hub feel like what it is, a quality product.
---VALUE---
The price for the Platinum Hub in terms of value is worth the investment. After purchasing a different brand online to save money, I quickly realized that not all products are built to the same standard. Platinum has now become a brand name that I trust.
---APPROVAL---
I highly recommend this product for people who own MacBook Pros with dual USB-C hubs that need different types of ports. As a presenter and educator, I am really loving the ability to connect to legacy products that were made before USB-Cs and the Platinum Hub is a great addition to my MacBook everywhere I go now.
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The Back-UPS battery backup offers guaranteed power and surge protection for wireless networks, computers, gaming consoles and other electronics in your home or business. Models supply battery backup during outages and unsafe voltage fluctuations, as well as provide protection from damaging surges and spikes. They're available in 'tower' or 'floor' styles, and together with a variety of standard features, they are the perfect choice to protect your data and keep you connected.
 
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Big Promises, Acceptable Delivery
on September 17, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Nashville
---SETUP---
The setup for this back-up battery is easy. It comes with a disconnected battery connector that must be plugged in before use. The manual is clear on the process. After that, plug in the back-up battery for 24 hours before first use. After the 24 hour period, you can begin using it as a back up.
---FEATURES---
The key feature of this back up unit is that it’s meant to last about 2-3 hours and it seamlessly switches over to the battery backup in case of a blackout or brownout. Of the 6 outlets, 4 work with the battery back-up. All 6 provide surge protection.
---PERFORMANCE---
The performance of this battery back-up system is good. This is meant to be used as a means to safely turn off equipment that is meant to be turned off properly or give you time to save data. I tested this with my WiFi Modem/Router combo and it lasted me about 1 hour and 20 minutes. A clear audible alarm begins to beep when the back-up is close to running out of power giving you time to act. I simulated a power outage by unplugging the battery from the outlet and the transition from connected to back-up was seamless. I didn’t lose internet connection and all was good for the next hour and 45 minutes.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product meets my expectations. The product isn’t too bulky but it will be noticeable if you have it out in the open. You can mount this unit if need be. The cable length is about 5-6 feet, though I would have liked if the cable could have been coiled neatly around the unit for storage or travel. Because it isn’t bulky, I found it easy to travel with for when I go out and need lighting for pictures or footage in dark areas.
---VALUE---
The price for the APC Back-UPS Battery system in terms of value is good for the peace of mind of your expensive electronics.
---APPROVAL---
I highly recommend this product for people who have expensive electronics that may need the additional level of protection from a blackout.
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Forget about vacuuming for up to a month. The Shark IQ Robot Self-Empty XL combines the convenience of a self-empty base + IQ Navigation total home mapping for complete, efficient cleaning with the performance of Shark suction and self-cleaning brushroll. After each cleaning session, your robot vacuum automatically empties into the bagless base, which holds up to a month of dirt and debris.
 
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4
A Baby Shark You'll Love to Hear
on September 14, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Nashville
---SETUP---
The setup of the Shark IQ Robot vacuum was simple. You just plug the base making sure that it is against a wall and that on the left and right it has 3 feet of clearance and 5 feet in front of it. If you are installing it on a carpet, it comes with a plastic base extension. I installed it on hardwood floor, so I didn’t use the extension. The robot itself is ready to go except for installing 2 bristles by snapping them.
Additionally, if there is a place you don’t want your robot to travel to, you can install a special tape that prevents the robot from going into a room or a section of a room, like under a couch or to a place that may be riddled with cables.
---FEATURES---
The key feature of this vacuum unit is that upon docking itself, the dock will suck up whatever the robot vacuumed. This is a neat feature because you don’t have to constantly empty the robot vacuum. It’s meant to store 30 days of dirt, but based on how much there is in your home, that may vary. For people with big houses, theres a feature that allows the robot vacuum to clean until close to battery drain, return to base to recharge for 4 hours, then resume cleaning where it last stopped.
---PERFORMANCE---
The performance of the vacuum was excellent. If you watch it for the duration of the time, which you probably will because it’s entertaining, you will be amazed at how carefully it rounds corners to make sure it gets everything. Two bristles will circle debri towards the center so that it can really get things in corners. The one thing I wasn’t able to do was to connect it to Alexa. I used the Alexa app and added the Shark Skill as explained in the Shark IQ app, but it would refuse to recognize the vacuum. Regardless, the Shark IQ app itself is easy to understand and use, so I don’t mind using the app to start and stop it if necessary. That being said, it is a touted feature and it a bit unfortunate that it didn’t work. It is supposed to work with Google Home as well, but I didn’t try it with that device.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product exceeds my expectations. Using the Shark IQ app, the robot will begin to map your house. It may take several days of mapping the house. For me, it has done 32% in 5 days and it seems to have been stuck there for a while now. However, it still cleans my entire home, and its easy to tell because the base has a visible level of collected dust, debris, and cat hair. It does a wonderful job collecting cat hair that I couldn’t even see was on the floor as well as daily cleaning the litter that the cats kick out of the litter box. That is heaven for me because when I get home from work, I can be barefoot and not step on the litter. I schedule cleaning to happen an hour before I arrive home during the weekdays and Saturday and Sunday an hour before I wake up. The daily vacuuming is noticeable and very enjoyable.
---VALUE---
The price for the Shark Vacuum in terms of value may sound steep, but if you do the math, it’s like paying someone 1.23 cents daily to clean your entire home! That’s worth the investment.
---APPROVAL---
I highly recommend this product for people who may want extra time to do things they enjoy instead of vacuuming their home. I also recommend this product for people who own pets that shed and want to deal less with the fur on the floor.
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Keep your iPhone XS/X functional with this Speck Presidio Pro case. The exterior is made from polycarbonate to withstand the effects of wear and tear, and its antimicrobial treatment prevents bacteria from growing on it. The raised bezel on this Speck Presidio Pro case protects your phone's screen if it lands facedown.
 
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5
No-frills Case That Works
on August 25, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Nashville, TN
---INSTALLATION---
This product was installed on an iPhone X. The installation of this Speck Case was quick and easy. The case has softer gel covers where the lock and volume buttons are. This makes it easier for the case to slide in and for you to press the buttons so that they function as expected.
---FEATURES---
The key feature of this Speck Case is that is has a slim look and feel while protecting your phone from drops (10 feet high). It also has an antimicrobial treatment to prevent bacteria from growing in the case. The bezel is raised to protect your phone if you lie it face down.
---PERFORMANCE---
Compared to my previous phone, this case was much easier to put on and take off as needed. One thing I did like about this case is it’s smooth feeling on the palm of my hands. Being thinner than my previous case, it felt comfortable to put in my side pocket. My previous case, though, doubles as a wallet. However, that can easily be solved by purchasing a wallet attachment, which this case allows for easy installation because it has a flat, smooth surface.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product meets my expectations. I didn’t expect for the raised bezel to protect the screen, but it does. Of course, I have an added layer of glass-like protection on it, but I swiveled it faced down on the floor and counter and I didn’t notice any scratches
---VALUE---
The price for the case in terms of value is great. The case itself comes with lifetime warranty, so if anything happens to the case, it can be replaced if you have proof of purchase.
---APPROVAL---
I highly recommend this product for people who are looking for a no-frills case. It does what it’s meant to do, protect the phone.
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G815 is a new class of mechanical gaming keyboard with tactile low-profile GL switches fully customizable per-key, LIGHTSYNC RGB technology. Set LIGHTSYNC to react to in-game action, audio and even your screen color. With a sleek, impossibly-thin yet durable and sturdy design, G815 brings gamers to a higher dimension of play. Programmable G-keys let you create and execute complex actions simply and intuitively. Volume wheel and media keys give you fast, easy control over video, audio, and streaming.
 
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Low Rider of Keyboards
on August 20, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Nashville
---SETUP---
The setup of the G815 is quick and works as a plug and play device. The strength of this keyboard shines when you download the Logitech G Hub app for hardware accessories.
---FEATURES---
This keyboard features RGB with lightsync tech if you have other Logitech devices compatible with that, low-profile mechanical switches at half the height of regular keyboard switches for faster response time, extra thin (when compared to the G513 Logitech keyboard as pictured), USB passthrough, an easy-to-reach volume bar with media buttons, and 5 programmable G-Key commands.
---PERFORMANCE---
I’ll admit that at a glance, I thought slimmer meant I would struggle with typing and gaming. I’m glad I was proven wrong, as both felt like second nature quickly. Games like Overwatch, Call of Duty 4, and Hunt: Showdown felt extremely responsive and the lower profile of the keys made me feel like I responded quickly to unexpected situations. For games like Surviving Mars or RPGs like Skyrim, I enjoyed customizing the G-keys for often used shortcuts. Also, as a YouTuber, I appreciate being able to customize those keys for quick cut and paste shortcuts when video editing.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product meets my expectations. It doesn’t come with the long padded wrist pad but if you don’t already have one, you won’t miss it. This keyboard comes in three versions: clicky, linear, and tactile. The review is based on the clicky version and the noise of each individual click is music to my ears. I was able to customize many of the colors and now they include special designs like the Matrix green # scroll or lightning simulated on the keyboard. What’s more, you can create your own design and share it.
---VALUE---
The price for the keyboard will be an investment for the daily PC gamer but you won’t regret your purchase. This is especially true if you use the same keyboard to edit video and images, thanks to the 5 programmable G-Keys.
---APPROVAL---
I highly recommend this keyboard for PC gamers that want to hear a confirmed sound with they keyboard press while using less force to press the keys due to the low profile of them. This is a whole new level of competitive keyboard.
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Achieve the deep-fried flavor you love, without all the oil and added calories. The Chefman TurboFry™ Air Fryer allows you to bake, fry and roast like a pro. This airfryer requires little to no oil, so there’s less of that fried oil smell lingering in the house and less fat that you’re consuming. It’s large 3.5-liter capacity and flat basket gives you the ability to cook enough for a hungry crowd all at once. Skip the microwave! Reheat soggy leftovers in the air fryer to return them to their original texture. Make better-for-you fries that are just as crispy and tasty, roast chicken thighs, or heat up leftovers for a quick and easy meal. The temperature control with 60-minute timer automatically shuts off once food is done, so you never have to worry about burning or drying out your food. Its space saving basket is removable and dishwasher safe for easy clean-up, so you’ll have more time to dream up your next air-fried meal!
 
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Quick and Easy Food
on August 10, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Nashville, TN
---SETUP---
The setup of the CHEFMAN Air Fryer was quick. It’s all one single unit and comes with a non-detachable cable. The cable is about 4 feet in length. Products like this one usually have short cables to prevent risk of fire.
---PROS---
This product has the following pros:
Analog dial timer
Analog temperature dial
Cool house touching
1200 W of power
Easy to clean
Auth-Shut off
Maximum Temperature of 400 degrees
Minimum Temperature of 200 degrees
---CONS---
The products cons are:
Analog dial timer
Weighs 10 lbs.
It’s bulky
Closing pan requires double-checking
---THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT---
Ever since I bought my first air fryer, I fell in love with them. This one is my third air fryer simply because they are easy to use and faster to cook in. To start with, this air fryer’s aesthetics compliment my kitchen’s other black appliances. It is shiny but with a matte look that doesn’t reflect you or your kitchen. It will be pleasant to look at if you decide to leave this on the counter top.
This is the first analog dial timer air fryer that I own. This can be a pro for people who aren’t used to digital timers or pushing buttons. My wife, for example, prefers using this air fryer now because you only have two things to turn for it to start cooking, the temperature and the timer dial. The dial timer is also a con because you can’t reduce the time to cook once you have set the timer where a digital timer would let you do that.
Cooking frozen, raw chicken wings was a breeze. The package stated that in a conventional oven, it would take 60 minutes. In the air fryer, it took 20 minutes. I marinated them with some lemon-pepper seasoning while frozen and they came out delicious.
I did have an issue closing the pan tank. It closed and cooked, but I noticed that it had to give it an extra small nudge for it to look closed, where as my other air fryers glide in and out with ease. Not something concerning, though, as the fryer works as intended.
The removable flat basket was a challenge to clean because food debris sticks to it. I sprayed it with PAM oil but it still didn’t clean as easy as I’d like. It is dishwasher safe, though, and I cleaned it by hand. It’s size makes it easier to store, but it is still a bulky item, like all air fryers. The weight of it may be a con to some if you are gifting this to people you may not be able to carry heavy items.
---RECOMMENDATION---
I highly recommend this product for people who prefer analog vs. digital options and are looking to cook for 2-3 people in their household.
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The PRO headset from Logitech G is designed with and for esports pros. Aluminum forks, steel headband, and memory foam and premium leatherette head and ear pads keep you comfortable through marathon training and competition sessions. Pro-G 50mm drivers deliver incredibly accurate audio with improved bass response. The advanced USB DAC has a five-band onboard EQ that can be programmed via G HUB software with settings from your favorite esports pros. Pro-tuned, detachable boom mic with wind screen and pop filter ensures your comms are crystal clear. Designed for PC.
 
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Pro Audio but Affordable
on August 1, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Nashville, TN
---SETUP---
The setup of this headset is quick. Everything is plug and play. It works out of the box, but if you really want to hear the sound shine through, you must install the Logitech Hub where you can customize the headset to your liking.
---FEATURES---
The key feature of this headset is that it can be plugged into your computer directly or with the included USB external sound card (digital audio converter). You can also use it with your consoles via the auxiliary port on the controllers (PS4, Xbox One, Switch), but you won’t get the customized sound from the PC.
---PERFORMANCE---
The performance is great. You can use these headphones on anything that has an auxiliary output. However, if you connect the DAC, or digital audio converter, included in the box, you can modify the sound from 5 pre-installed choices by pro-gamers, 2 pre-installed genre defaults (FPS or Moba), or custom by user. I tried this headset with FPS games like Hunt:Showdown and APEX Legends. The sound is really crisp and clear when playing these games. You can raise the volume from the included cable, plus your own desktop sound. Once you open the Logitech Hub, you can raise the volume even more and that can get pretty loud without losing clarity. I tried them with a story based game, A Plague Tale: Innocence. The immersion level was increased for me with a customized sound, focusing on lower base levels to feel the music of the game with more intensity.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product meets my expectations. Once you unbox the headset, it feels like a quality build. I didn’t like the foam Logitech chose for the ear cups but that's more of a matter of taste. The microphone is great, as my teammates in DBD were able to hear me clearly. However, I wish that the mic would have been a flip up instead of a flexible cable. You can remove it, but sometimes, you just want it out of the way temporarily and with the sturdy flexible cable, you can always see it there. The included auxiliary cable is over 6 feet in length, long enough for you to be a good distance from your screen.
---VALUE---
The price for the headset in terms of value is comfortable and worth it if you plan to mainly use it for PC.
---APPROVAL---
I highly recommend this product for gamers who want an entry level headset that will make their games sound the way pro gamers hear them.
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Epson EcoTank ET-4760 All-In-One Printer: Produce high-quality forms, reports and other documents with this black Epson EcoTank all-in-one printer. The built-in scanner, fax machine and copier let you tackle a wide range of office tasks in one centralized location for increased productivity. This Epson EcoTank all-in-one printer uses large EcoFit ink bottles for reduced maintenance.Prints up to 15 ISO ppm* in black, up to 8 ISO ppm* in color.
 
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Great for Documents, Not Ideal for Pictures
on June 27, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Rio Grande Valley (RGV)
---SETUP---
The setup of this printer took me longer than usual because the way you install ink is different than those that use cartridges. However, doing that once will make you confident to repeat the process without having to read the manual again. After you fill the ink tanks with the ink bottles, plug on the printer, turn it on, and choose the option to begin charging the ink, as per the manual. There is no fear of mess or ink spillage due to the design in the ink bottles.
---FEATURES---
Pros:
- 2 years worth of ink
- Fax machine
- Double-sided printer
- Double-sided scanner
- 30 sheet auto-feeder
- 250 sheet cartridge loader
- Legal to 4x6 paper size
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi Direct, or Wireless Network
Cons:
- Slow at printing premium glossy photos
- Does not auto-detect paper size
- No option for cardstock in paper type
- Trouble with WPS or from computer Set-up
---PERFORMANCE---
This printer performs great when dealing with documents. I personally didn’t like the way it printed pictures as they seemed darker compared to other printers that I own. However, the many features that this printer offers makes it more adequate as an office printer where documents will be printed more often than pictures. Though there is no option for cardstock in paper type menu, I still tried printing with cardstock. I chose premium matte but the printer said there was a paper mismatch in the settings. After accepting to continue, the document I was trying to print came out but I didn’t like the quality of the colors on cardstock either. While setting up the wireless option, I went with what was recommended by the printer itself. That option kept failing as did the WPS option from router to printer. The option that worked best was having the printer find my WiFi network and I manually entered the password.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product meets my expectations. Because you have to load the ink using bottles, my first concern was to be cautious not to load the wrong colored ink in the wrong tank. Epson thought of this as well and each bottle has a different groove that prevents users from loading the ink in the wrong tank by accident. Each ink bottle will only slide in its proper place to prevent user error. I was hoping to get more use of it by printing on cardstock or photos, but I am fine with just using it as a document-only printer.
---VALUE---
The price for the Epson 4760 in terms of value is worth it. The ink bottles included are meant to last two years. Buying a replacement for all ink bottles (black and the three colors) comes to 62 dollars plus tax. On my previous printer, I was paying 82 dollars every 6 months, so even if it doesn’t fully last 2 years, if I can get 1 year and a half’s worth of printing for the same usage, it is worth it.
---APPROVAL---
I highly recommend this product for people who have a home or small business. Additionally, great for teachers to have in their own classrooms for those emergency/last minute cases we know we experience yearly.
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Acer Nitro 5 Laptop: Experience immersive multimedia with this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. The 8GB of RAM and Intel Core i5 processor support multitasking, and the 512GB solid-state drive offers quick data access and ample storage. This Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop features an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics card that renders crystal-clear images on the 17.3-inch Full HD display.
 
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Portable Gaming at its Finest
on June 26, 2019
Posted by: Trobadour
from Rio Grande Valley (RGV)
---SETUP---
This ACER Nitro 5 17.3” gaming laptop is easy to set up, but as with any new gaming laptop, the process between opening it and actually playing it will be time consuming. I got this laptop just days after Xbox Game Pass for PC was announced and to use that, it required a sizeable update that took about 2 hours on a 30 Mbps.
---FEATURES---
The key features of this laptop are the screen size, the GTX 1650, and a 512 SSD drive. Additionally, it has a dual M.2 port and an HDD slot for added expansion. Acer Nitrosense is an app that allows you to focus all the computers power to gaming while keeping it a working temperatures. It is a great feature for gamers who aren’t familiar with tinkering with settings manually. Additionally, if you have a better monitor, you can connect this to an HDMI and customize your gaming even further.
---PERFORMANCE---
I downloaded all three major gaming front stores: Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox Game Pass. Then, I proceeded to download a few games from each. All performed phenomenally. Dead by Daylight and Hunt: Showdown (Steam), both online games, held at 50-60 FPS at medium to high settings. From Epic, I downloaded Hades (on game preview) and the colors really jump out in this over-the-top action RPG. With Xbox Game Pass, I played Gear of War 4, Crackdown 3, and Recore. Very fun games and all look gorgeous without dragging down the PC.
---EXPECTATIONS---
The product meets my expectations. Though the screen is huge, I don’t feel like it is a burden carrying around in my PC backpack. It came with a protective pouch that makes me more confident to just put it in my backpack along with an Xbox Elite Controller and some Turtle Beach Headsets.
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The price for the Acer in terms of value is adequate for an entry level gaming laptop.
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I highly recommend this product for people who want to take their gaming while traveling and don’t want to sacrifice a games looks nor the size of the screen they game on.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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This portable scanner features up to 600 x 600 dpi high resolution for capturing images and text with optimum detail and clarity and supports microSD and microSDHC memory cards for simple transfer of documents.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Great scanner; easy to use.
By RMCP
i am excited about putting this scanner to use in my classroom. It is user-friendly and straightforward.
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Trobadour
Rio Grande Valley (RGV)
Question on scanner
November 3, 2015
Can it scan double-sided on its own?
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Destiny – The Collection contains every release from the award-winning first-person shooter franchise to date. It’s a great way for Guardians to embark on journeys they may have missed, as well as a perfect starting point for new players who want to join the Destiny community. It includes: Destiny, Expansion I: The Dark Below, Expansion II: House of Wolves, The Taken King, and the newest adventure, Rise of Iron. It also includes a character boost to send you immediately into the battle.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Worth EVERY. SINGLE. PENNY.
By Cody
Destiny is the only console game that has held its replay-ability over the last two year AND STILL going strong. Destiny is the flagship games for consoles. It is by far, a MUST HAVE for ANY console player. I'm fixing to buy this as a gift and a few more for starting friends. The game is honestly the best game to come home to every night.
There is so much to do in Destiny, it'll seem overwhelming at first. The economy is booming, so many quests, loot, strikes, raids, bosses, prisons, etc. Bungie is an amazing developing company that is community focused and dedicated to amaze the players. The YouTube and Twitch community is outstanding and never ceases to amaze me. Recently, the Destiny community raised over $500k to St. Judes hospital. The game is thriving like never before. Make memories, make friends, have fun.
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Rio Grande Valley (RGV)
Question about Taken King and Rise of Iron
September 21, 2016
Does the Taken King and Rise of Iron expansion come in the disc for installation or are there downloadable codes for you to download the content?
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Keep your head in the game with this Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 audio system. The SuperAmp audio controller is compatible with the PlayStation 4 Pro and standard, and the headset can be used alone with any 3.5mm jack. This Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 audio system brings comfort and audio quality together for long nights of action.
 

Will the black ps4 version of the Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 with SuperAmp work the same on the Xbox One?

The Xbox controller has an auxiliary port. You can connect the headset using that auxiliary port directly without the Super AMP. The sound will come through and work.
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Keep your head in the game with this Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 audio system. The SuperAmp audio controller is compatible with the PlayStation 4 Pro and standard, and the headset can be used alone with any 3.5mm jack. This Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 audio system brings comfort and audio quality together for long nights of action.
 

Is It easy to connect for streaming on OBS?

Yes, it is. I use OBS and an ELGATO when capturing footage from my PS4. The problem I have when I connect a headset is that the audio cuts off and won't be heard by OBS. Through the Super Amp, the PS4 audio will come to your headset but the PS4 will still send out audio to the ELGATO. It's a neat solution to that problem, if you are willing to put up with all the cables that you will have to run (but that are all included).
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Choose this NETGEAR router and receive high level wireless security, the ability to share photos, music and more, and a way to keep track of your kids’ activity online. Plus, with easy installation for tablets, smartphones and computers, you’ll be able to start enjoying Wi-Fi throughout your home right away.
 

Is it possible to have a separate modem for gaming on a PS4 system, than the modem that I already have set up for the rest of the household? I have satellite Internet service, and unfortunately there is considerable lag.

If you mean to have 2 modems by two different companies, yes, that is possible. However, this is a modem that works only for one ISP at a time. You can plug a router to it, but it wouldn't solve the issue of the lag that happens when gaming via satellite internet. That is a persistent issue that can't be solved because of the way that the internet arrives to your location. The only solution would be to change to a non-satellite ISP. I hope there is one in your area.
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Use the Google Smart Light Starter Kit to control the lights using just your voice. Set up in a snap: just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life smart light bulb, and download the Google Home app to get started. Then just say "Hey Google" to dim, brighten, turn on and turn off the lights."
 

Is the bulb soft/warm white or bright/daylight white?

The light looks soft warm yellow. All things in my room have a yellow tint now.
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For students and families who want classic Office apps installed on one Windows 10 PC or Mac for use at home or school. Classic 2019 versions of Office apps including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Plus, OneNote for Windows 10.
 

Ok, I buy this to replace my old version on my computer. My computer dies, buy a new one. Do I have to rebuy another Home and Student 2019 package ?

No. As long as you remember the email and password that you registered your product to, you can reinstall the software to any new computer that you purchase.
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For students and families who want classic Office apps installed on one Windows 10 PC or Mac for use at home or school. Classic 2019 versions of Office apps including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Plus, OneNote for Windows 10.
 

So I am new to this. I bought Microsoft Outlook home school and office and it was a one time purchase. Not a one year or two year. My thoughts were I don’t have to renew it all the time that’s why I paid more

That's correct. So long as what you bought isn't the Office 365 service, then you own this software forever. Compatibility updates are included, but when 2020 or other features occur, yours won't update to those unless you buy them as well. With Office 365, the subscription service, you get those services yearly. Don't forget the email you used to activate your product because if you ever need to re-download the software to a different computer, it is attached to that email key.
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Simplify administrative tasks with this Brother multifunction laser printer. Its 250-sheet paper capacity requires fewer refills while handling letter-size and legal-size paper for professional-looking documents, and the two-sided printing function at 36 ppm* helps save on paper costs. This Brother multifunction laser printer has wireless capability for printing from any portable device.
 

Can it scan photographs in color so I can print in a colored photo printer later?

Yes, it can. I scanned a very wrinkled certificate award I received from a state-wide competition. The scan appeared in color and I was able to print the colored version to my other printer using card stock, making myself a copy of the award in a crisp new look. Photos should work the same. I have included a picture of my scan (I turned the file into PDF, but jpeg and PNG (both photo files) were also options. Hope this answers your question.
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Keep your head in the game with this Logitech G Pro headset. Its leatherette ear pads isolate surrounding noises to keep you focused, and its featherlight construction minimizes pressure for longer wear. This Logitech G Pro headset's microphone has a wide frequency response and low signal-to-noise ratio for improved communication with teammates and opponents.
 

Do I have to get a splitter for this or no?

This headset already has a splitter in case you need it.
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Capture and share special moments with Google Clips. Engineered to recognize faces and expressions, this clever camera automatically takes several-second-long audio-free motion photos, leaving you free to focus on the occasion. Enhanced with Super Res mode, the Google Clips device syncs data with your phone and lets you save any frame as a high-resolution still photo.
 

can you record movies? quality? audio?

Hello. I recently reviewed this product. This device does not have a microphone, so it cannot record audio. The quality of the images is great but performs poorly in dark rooms. The file formats to choose from are live photo (iPhone), .MP4 (7 second limitation, no audio), and .GIF.
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6 years, 1 month ago
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Share prints of your smartphone snaps with this compact Canon mini photo printer. It wirelessly connects to a smartphone app that lets you add frames, emojis and text to your pictures before you print them. This Canon mini photo printer uses special ink-free photo paper to produce clear, smudge-free images.
 

How big are the photos?

The photos are 2x3 inches and the backing can be removed to be used as stickers.
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