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Lightweight, comfortable, and available in versatile colors to match your style, the WH-CH530 wireless headphones are made for everyday listening. With up to 55 hours of battery life and AI noise reduction for clearer calls, they~re ready for work, commutes, and everything in between.
Customer Rating
5
Cuts above its weight!
on September 17, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
The Sony WH-CH530 is Sony’s latest wireless budget model as contrasted to its premium siblings namely the XM series. But don’t let the budget label fool you. This review is to show that this model can actually deliver.
First being a budget model, there are things that are expected from being a budget model. As such, this model is minimalistic that it has only a brief quickstart guide which is expected. But more so, it did not include a USB-C cable. To be honest, I wasn’t expecting that. The norm nowadays is not to include a charger, but not to include a cable is new to me. But really that is not much of a big deal to me.
Build quality as expected to be at par with the XM or XB series which I both have. It is more aligned with the wired ZX series which I used to have. Like the ZX series the build is plasticky and has a firm grip. The ear cushions tend to strain your ears after extended use unlike its premium siblings.
The CH530’s major selling point is that it boasts of a 55H battery life. It’s predecessor the CH520 has a 50H battery life. My unit came with a 60% charge and I’ve been using it daily for a week now and I am still at 30% battery life. I am so far impressed.
As for the sound quality, this model can compete with the premium models sans the noise cancelling feature. But do note the XB series which means extra bass, of course is different but it can compete with the XM series.
It’s sound features are similar to the other models and since I have two older Sony headphones, customization such as settings for 360 audio is already setup. Hence, it’s comparable sound wise. It has the same BT connectivity and clear voice calls plus integration with Google. It’s practically the same and again without the noise cancellation feature.
Overall, this is a value for money headset. And unlike the other premium models, this comes in four colors, black, cobalt, pink and white. This model is a performer!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The HP DeskJet 4355 delivers color printing, 60-sheet paper capacity, and an auto document feeder for easy scanning and copying. It's AI-enabled to intuitively adapt to your workflow, with wireless and security features that keep your multifunction printer up to date and secure. HP Deskjet is the perfect back-to-school printer for college students and teachers with 3 months free Instant Ink subscription.
Customer Rating
5
It's an incfemental upgrade but still good
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
HP has long been known to release very similar printers that basically all new printers only have an incremental upgrade. That isn’t really a bad thing but it has come to a point that one chooses a printer based on the current ones available. I am saying this as I am currently using an HP Deskjet 4255e and there will be references to this model when I am doing this review for the HP DeskJet 4355.
The HP DeskJet 4355 is HP’s latest mid-range printer at the time of this writing. As such is has all the basic features of an AIO printer. As I have mentioned earlier, HP releases similar models with incremental upgrades. That said, the HP 4355 is the same as the HP4200 which I also have. Most notable difference though is that the former is black.
Function wise they are similar. The HP 4355 has a back sheet feeder that can hold 60 pages and a paper tray output of 25 pages. The printer has a dual mode scanner wherein one is a flatbed scanner and a sheet fed scanner. I prefer this as I have better options in real life. For numerous documents, having a sheet feeder makes life easier. But then again one would have the need to scan photos or a book page and a flatbed scanner would be perfect.
Printers nowadays are colored by default and this is a two-cartridge printer using HP 67 cartridges. HP is now focused on the subscription model for its wi-fi enabled printers. As an intro to subscription, this model offers a free three-month trial period. Now for some, subscription is a turn off as they don’t want to pay monthly for this service. But I have been a subscriber for years and honestly it comes out cheaper than buying ink. HP has various plans for different types of users.
As for the actual performance itself, the 4355 prints at 8.5ppm in black and white and 5.5ppm if colored. Compared to higher tiered models this is slower. But I used to have an 8030 until it broke down and for home use, the difference is not noticeable.
As for the actual performance itself, the 4355 prints at 8.5ppm in black and white and 5.5ppm if colored. Compared to higher tiered models this is slower. But I used to have an 8030 until it broke down and for home use, the difference is not noticeable.
So far both the 4355 and 4200 are the same save for the color. So what are the other differences? Well, the 4355 has dual-band wi-fi making connectivity easier. As far as my personal experience is concerned, I’d prefer a 2.4Ghz connection. First this has a longer range compared to 5Ghz. Also, there is a tendency for devices to hunt for the stronger signal causing dropouts. I have had this printer for two weeks and the printer is situated near my router which is wi-fi 7 enabled but so far connectivity is good and barely different in real life use compared to my 4200.
Lastly, this printer has AI capabilities that it can filter unwanted content. Right now I really couldn’t comment on this as I am using a Mac. The Safari browser isn’t spectacular when printing. I have used Chrome based browsers and filtering right now is so so. I‘ll leave it at that. But right now, this is a solid entry to mid-range model. And if you are in the market for one, this can do the job.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The HP Envy 6165 All-in-One delivers color printing, scanning and copying, plus 100-sheet paper capacity. It's AI-capable~ to intuitively adapt to your workflow, with wireless and security features that keep your multifunction printer up to date and secure, and prints high-quality documents and photos every time with true-to-screen tech~. This inkjet printer also lets you easily navigate print jobs with its intuitive color touchscreen. HP Envy is the perfect back-to-school printer for college students and teachers with 6 months free Instant Ink subscription.
Customer Rating
4
Barely an upgrade but still solid
on August 25, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
The HP Envy 6165 is HP’s latest entry level inkjet printer to be released by HP. It is exactly the same as the earlier HP Envy 6155 save for one feature or rather limitation but let me explain that later. My current printer is the older HP 6155. So pretty much my review for the HP 6165 would be similar on my opinions on my current printer.
Setup of the HP6165 like most similar or identical HP printers is pretty simple. The power switch is located at the back and there is a USB port for those who want a wired connection but there is no cable included. But then again most HP printers are now wi-fi enabled. To setup the HP 6165 has a colored touch screen often found in higher models such as the 8100 series and not like older printers. Unlike older models that rely on 2.4Ghz, the 6165 like the 6155 is dual band which makes setup a breeze. Of course, you would need to download also the HP Smart app from either the Windows or Apple Stores. There is also the legacy HP app available from HP, but that really adds bloatware for most Windows computers. HP’s Smart App is fine.
As for print quality, output is at par with higher end models. Print speeds are up to 10 ppm in b/w and 7 ppm for colored. But obviously if you’re printing full page pictures, printing is slower. But unlike other entry level printers, it can do borderless and back-to-back printing. This is a plus for me.
The HP 6165 uses two cartridges – one black and one colored namely the HP68 the same cartridges used by my 6155. Now some would prefer individual colored ink cartridges as obvious some colors would run out first. But if you subscribe HP’s Instant Ink program, this wouldn’t be a problem as once your ink starts to run low, you’ll already be sent a replacement cartridge. And this model comes with a free six month trial of Instant Ink. And if I remember correctly my HP 6155 came only with a three month trial period.
Now as to the difference between the 6165 and the 6155 aside from the free Instant Ink duration is the supposed fax and AI capabilities. You would read reviews that the 6165 does not have fax capabilities but HP is now implementing fax capabilities via the app thereby removing the need for a landline. Fax is limited to outgoing. AI features are also being rolled over for all modern printers. But this being entry level, I really don’t the need for AI capabilities. So in essence there is barely any upgrade here. But if you are in the market for a budget printer, I’d choose the newer HP Envy 6165 over the 6155 simply because it is newer and still works fine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Wired Doorbell 2K+ combines the precision of head-to-toe 2K video with the reliability of a hardwired connection. With features like Night Vision and two-way audio with noise cancellation, you get uninterrupted power for security that~s always on and always ready.
Customer Rating
5
A decent video doorbell
on August 22, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
The Blink wired doorbell 2K+ is Blinks offering 2026. I do need to reiterate that this is a wired system and if you’re not adapt in wiring then you either have someone knowledgeable in wiring, or purchase a power solution or just get a battery powered model. That aside, we’ll have a go through with this doorbell.
Out of the box you will have the main doorbell, a mounting bracket, a mounting template with a removal tool attached to it, a jumper wire and screws, and lastly a quick start guide.
Prior to installation, it is highly recommended to turn off the power on your circuit breaker even though your doorbell is a low voltage device to prevent electric shock. Then download the app and create an account. Scan the QR code to identify the device and add it on to the app. Then locate your chime and attach the jumper wire to provide power to new doorbell. As mentioned earlier, there is also an option to have an alternate source of power and that device is sold separately by Blink. Lastly, an optional chime is also offered by Blink.
Prior to installation, it is highly recommended to turn off the power on your circuit breaker even though your doorbell is a low voltage device to prevent electric shock. Then download the app and create an account. Scan the QR code to identify the device and add it on to the app. Then locate your chime and attach the jumper wire to provide power to new doorbell. As mentioned earlier, there is also an option to have an alternate source of power and that device is sold separately by Blink. Lastly, an optional chime is also offered by Blink.
Remove your old doorbell and use the mounting template to attach the mount to your wall. Connect the two wires to your Blink doorbell and snap it on the mounting plate. The removal is used if you for whatever reason need to detach the Blink doorbell. Store the removal tool in a safe place. Turn the power on and your doorbell is ready for use.
Like all video doorbells, this doorbell detects people whenever they go near the doorbell. The resolution is improved in this newer version which is obviously at 2k or FHD. Do note that a fisheye effect is evident here. Also, this doorbell has two way communication meaning you don’t have to open your door to communicate with the person outside.
Blink offers several plans to use the doorbell. First is the free plan wherein you have basic camera functionality and two-way communication. There is no video recording included in this free plan. Next would be the regular plan wherein video recording up to sixty days is included. Then there is an AI enabled plan where detection is enhanced such identifying whatever is captured in the camera. Personally, I do not see a value in this for my personal use. But that may be of value to others so I won’t judge. Other than that, all plans have a timer and the ability to adjust capturing angles. And being owned by Amazon, Alexa integration is included as well as other Blink products.
Overall, this is a good doorbell while not really being fancy. Still this a recommend for those who need a video doorbell.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enhance your gaming and work life with 6 G-keys for quick access to macros, shortcuts, abilities, and more. Easily call down stratagems, declare your peaceful intentions, and streamline your round buys. Adjust volume and control your media with the rotary dial and media controls. Do it all in style with customizable 10-zone RGB lighting and dynamic effects. The SKIFF 100 PLUS is built tough with IP53-rated spill and dust resistance rating, strong enough to survive the hazards of daily gaming and work life. Quiet, responsive keypresses make this a great keyboard for dorm living, apartment life, and office spaces.
Customer Rating
5
A rock solid keyboard for most people!
on August 13, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
The Corsair Skiff 100 Plus is one of two new keyboards just released by Corsair with the other one being the Skiff 100. This review will be more on the Skiff 100 Plus.
The Corsair Skiff 100 Plus a full sized gaming keyboard not only aimed at gamers but also for students and office workers as well. The mere fact that it is a full sized keyboard obviously is the reason why it can be used by almost everybody. But there is actually more to it.
The Skiff keyboard is also membrane keyboard which provides very little tactile feedback. And unlike mechanical keyboards, membrane keyboards offer a more quiet typing experience compared to its mechanical counterpart. Obviously this would benefit office workers whereas for gamers it is a mixed bag. And if you prefer the tactility of a mechanical keyboard, then this keyboard is not for you. But for a membrane keyboard, this keyboard is fairly smooth and quiet when used.
The Skiff 100 Plus offers six programmable keys which Corsair labels as G-keys. This is the primary difference between the 100 and 100 Plus. So if you are into programming keys either for gaming or office automation, then this keyboard is for you.
This keyboard also offers a rotary dial default for media control. This is a neat feature specially for volume control. But I highly doubt this is a feature to be used for those who are in an office environment.
Like most gaming keyboards, this keyboard has RGB lighting which you can toggle. And needless to say for office workers you can also turn lighting off. Further customization of the keyboard can be made when the app is downloaded.
To add durability to the keyboard, this keyboard has a rating if IP53 meaning it can handle dust and some moisture, The keyboard seems durable enough to handle a coffee or soda spill but don’t quote me on that. Lol!
And as a bonus, this keyboard has a detachable armrest. And though it makes the keyboard larger, it does its purpose.
Overall, this is a solid keyboard and a high recommend for those in the market for one.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Performance that travels with you. A sleek 14-inch laptop in a stylish new design, built for modern multitaskers, featuring the latest AMD Ryzen AI 400 for a powerful performance.
Customer Rating
5
A very decent laptop for general use
on August 11, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
The school year is about to begin and most of us are scouting for new laptops either for ourselves or our kids. Here comes the Dell 14S or specifically the Dell DS4265. There are two variants of the Dell 14S one is the Ryzen 5 variant and the other is the Ryzen 7 variant. This review will focus on the Ryzen 7 variant.
As already mentioned, this model has the Ryzen AI 7 chip which competes directly with Intel’s Ultra Core 7 chip. While these two have totally different architecture, in real word use or should I say ordinary day-to-day home or office use, these two chips would perform generally the same. And being the 7th generation or variant, these would be more on the performance side.
This laptop has a 14-inch screen and is labelled as 2K which for those not familiar is really FHD or 1920 x 1080p. While the screen is only 2K, it is an OLED display making the display sharp and crisp. Also, it has touch screen functionality, but it does not unfortunately convert into tablet form. Personally, this is a downer for me, but each individual has his own use case. So, I will leave it at that.
This laptop has a 14-inch screen and is labelled as 2K which for those not familiar is really FHD or 1920 x 1080p. While the screen is only 2K, it is an OLED display making the display sharp and crisp. Also, it has touch screen functionality, but it does not unfortunately convert into tablet form. Personally, this is a downer for me, but each individual has his own use case. So, I will leave it at that.
Like most premium laptops, the Dell 14S has 16GB of RAM. Looking for a laptop with 32GB would be hard pressed since the price of RAM has skyrocketed due to the AI surge. The same can also be said about the included SSD in this model, But having a 512MB SSD is more than sufficient for most cases.
As for the aesthetics of this laptop, it is a thin laptop which in essence competes to another laptop that has the name of a fruit for its brand. And it comes in obsidian blue. And like most thin profile laptops, ports are minimal. On the left side of the laptop you can find an HDMI port, a USB port and USB C ports which also acts as charging ports. On the left side of the laptop, you can find another USB port and 3.5mm jack. Truth be told, the volume of this laptop is pretty much sufficient as it has a deep volume. Of course it will not match the sound quality of dedicated speakers but for a laptop, the sound coming out is pretty rich. Also, it helps that the speakers are Atmos enabled.
The features of this laptop are pretty good but I really wouldn’t this is something spectacular. But rather its specs are what you would expect from a laptop of this price range. That said I will still recommend this laptop.
The features of this laptop are pretty good but I really wouldn’t this is something spectacular. But rather its specs are what you would expect from a laptop of this price range. That said I will still recommend this laptop.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience the speed, precision, and control of the Razer Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic Mini 65% 8KHz, a compact esports keyboard built for cleaner, faster execution. Powered by Razer~ Hall Effect Magnetic Switches, it delivers incredible precision with Rapid Trigger for lightning-fast repeated inputs, adjustable actuation from 0.1~4.0 mm, and a 100-million keystroke lifespan for lasting competitive performance. Execute every input with greater confidence through advanced controls made for competitive play. Razer~ Snap Flex lets you trigger precise actions on key release for tighter control and faster response, while Razer~ Snap Tap prioritizes the latest input between two selected keys for near-instant directional changes. With Dynamic Keystroke, assign up to 4 actions to a single keystroke and cancel instantly to adapt on the fly. Stay ahead of every play with true 8000 Hz HyperPolling, delivering a polling rate 8 times faster than the industry standard for near-zero latency response. Its compact 65% form factor gives you more room to maneuver your mouse while remaining easy to position and tournament-ready. Finished with textured doubleshot PBT keycaps, a durable 5052 aluminum alloy top case, and hybrid onboard storage for up to 6 profiles, this keyboard is built to perform wherever competition takes you.
Customer Rating
5
A compact magnetic keyboard!
on August 3, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
The Razer Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic Mini 65% keyboard is one of the more recent keyboards released by this company. So in short why is this keyboard a compelling purchase? First, let’s state the obvious. This is a mini keyboard which is 65% smaller than your usual keyboard. Now for most gamers this would be sufficient. But if you are the type to have the need to a full-fledged keyboard, this is not for you. This in terms of keys only have the basics and there are no physical function keys and a dedicated numeric keypad. So if you are using a word processor and spreadsheet app aside from gaming, then this may be a challenge.
As far as the branding is concerned, this is V3. SO how does it differ from older versions notably V2? V3 supports rapid trigger meaning you have better control in firing shots as evidenced in first person shooter games. So users of Counter Strike and the like will benefit from this. Though I must say some gamers may not notice this at all.
That said, this is a magnetic keyboard so on top of rapid trigger so actuation control is possible. Personally, I didn’t feel the advantage of actuation control. However, however I let my kid try this out and according to that is a game changer that he even asked if he could have it after I finish my review! Lol!
So pretty much what you will about magnetic are positive if you want rapid response but at the cost of losing a little bit of tactility. So far based on the internet, FGG magnetic keyboards can have the keypads replaced. But what about this particular keyboard. My kid and I replaced they keypads and they do work fine. (So I guess that gives him the case to ask for this keyboard! Lol!) So I suppose that addresses that issue.
Right now, I see nothing really negative about this keyboard. And if you really want a small form factor keyboard, then this is for you.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Congratulate yourself on a new level of lazy. Maxim is the champion of clean tech, built to give you a truly hands-off floor-care lifestyle: the Autonomous Clean Experience (ACE). Press GO, walk away, and let Maxim handle the rest. Maxim doesn~t just ~clean~ ~ he dominates mess. With a ferocious 22,000 Pa of suction power and tangle-resistant brushes, he inhales dust, crumbs, and pet hair without stealing a single minute of your day. His EdgeReach side brush sweeps debris out of baseboards and corners, while the extendable mop arm presses in along edges and around furniture legs to wipe where most bots leave a dirty outline. Translation: fewer missed crumbs, fewer wall-hugging dust lines, and noticeably cleaner edges in every room. And here~s the best part: Maxim is the rare smart device you can actually trust. Maxim keeps your home~s visuals where they belong ~ on the robot. No cloud. No servers. No ~upload to improve your experience.~ With 100% on-board, off-cloud vision processing and real-time navigation engineered in the U.S. and Canada, Maxim cleans with intelligence you can trust. He never sends images anywhere, period. His brain is just as serious as his muscle. Maxim~s navigation and software are engineered entirely in the U.S. and Canada, combining LiDAR with our QSLAM~ technology and real-time, 100% on-board processing. No ~training sessions.~ No wandering around. Maxim identifies rooms quickly, builds an immediate, detailed, color-coded map in the app, and lets you call the shots. Draw NoSweep zones, custom clean areas, schedules, and room-by-room routines ~ and Maxim follows like a pro. And when vacuuming isn~t enough, Maxim brings the shine. Dual-scrub mopping pads rotate in counter-motion to scrub hard floors, while intelligently avoiding carpets using FloorSense technology. Paw prints, kitchen streaks, and ~mystery marks~ don~t get a chance ~ Maxim deletes them. Big home? Maxim can freshen up as many times as needed, recharge, and resume to finish the mission. And when Maxim needs to freshen up, the extra-large charging station takes over and delivers on the promise of all-in-one: debris self-empties into an odor-blocking, activated-carbon-lined bag; mop pads get washed and hot-air dried; and the station keeps itself fresh ~ so you~re not dealing with dirty pads or swampy smells.
Customer Rating
5
So far I'm quite satisfied
on June 23, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
The bObsweep Maxim is one of many robot vacuums which came out in the market recently. That said, this is one of their premium models as this is a wet vacuum system. In this review, I will give my first impression on this vacuum cleaner.
When I first received the item, I was quite surprised on how big the shipping box and how heavy the whole package was. Now the size of the model may be a dealbreaker for some but somehow I can find space to “park" the robot in my house.
Out of the box are four boxes. The biggest one houses the base of the vacuum which has two tanks – one for clean water and one for dirty water hence the size. The next box is for the vacuum itself which we’d refer to as Maxim. The next two boxes contain the accessories and cleaning solution.
The setup of the Maxim is quite straightforward, and the laminated quick setup guide is quite helpful not to mention that it also has video links on the matter. After removing all the decals on the Maxim and finding a spot to park it you fill the base with cleaning solution and fill the clean water tank with water. It is preferred that you use distilled water or filtered water so as to prevent mineral buildup in the unit during the long term. Next is you install the side brush on the bottom of the Maxim. Then you install the mop attachments on the Maxim. You then attach the included ramp to the base. Place the Maxim on the ramp and power on the Maxim. Charging is roughly three hours.
The setup of the Maxim is quite straightforward, and the laminated quick setup guide is quite helpful not to mention that it also has video links on the matter. After removing all the decals on the Maxim and finding a spot to park it you fill the base with cleaning solution and fill the clean water tank with water. It is preferred that you use distilled water or filtered water so as to prevent mineral buildup in the unit during the long term. Next is you install the side brush on the bottom of the Maxim. Then you install the mop attachments on the Maxim. You then attach the included ramp to the base. Place the Maxim on the ramp and power on the Maxim. Charging is roughly three hours.
Of course, this robot has an app available. And like all apps you need to register and do the initial setup. To ensure a smooth wifi connection the Maxim utilizes 2.4Ghz. It is best that you setup your router to have separate wifi bandwidths instead of auto change bandwidth. This way, the Maxim as well as other internet connected devices such as cameras won’t get disconnected much.
Once charged, you then begin to map your house. Now depending on your home’s layout, mapping can be a breeze or may take some time. Also, make sure clutter is minimized so that mapping can be optimized.
Now that your house ismapped, you can now start your first clean. The app pretty much controls everything. You can have several maps and do some programming and view at your cleaning history. After each clean, the Maxim (obviously) returns to base and drains the water and does a self cleaning. This may be a bit noisy but that it is expected. One obvious thing though is you need to monitor water levels making sure the dirty water tank is drained and cleaned once full and making there is enough water in the clean tank and corresponding cleaning solution.
Being a new unit, I am pleased with the performance. However, I have no idea how long the mop attachments need to be replaced. Also, I’ve noticed the roller brush is rather small compared to other brands. But again, so far it worked well the first time. The real key performance indicators for me are the mapping technology used and the object avoidance. We’ll soon find out.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Performance never looked so good. Say hello to the OmniBook Ultra~thin, light, and military-gradedurable, with an ultra-efficient neural engine and OLED display delivering smart, immersive, cool performance for the AI era.
Posted by: msumulong
The HP Omnibook Ultra with Copilot is HP’s new line of ultraslim laptops that compete against that slim laptop named after a fruit. Released in two variants namely one with an X9 processor and 32Gb RAM and another with a Core Ultra 7 chip with 16Gb of RAM. This review is for the Core Ultra 7 variant.
This Omnibook is a 14-inch laptop that sports an OLED display which has a 3K display (2880 x 1800 resolution) at 120Hz for a smooth video display. It is quite bright having 1,100 nits meaning the display is topnotch. As mentioned earlier, this is the Core Ultra 7 which is faster than the older i7. It has 16Gb RAM which is now the standard in personal computing and it also comes with a generous 1TB of storage. Given that storage is now at a premium due to AI, this is what I would describe as a “perk” for this laptop. And speaking of AI, this laptop is also AI powered. Given that, this is a speed demon. And with that this laptop is perfect for media creation and mid-tier gaming.
The combination of the Core Ultra 7 chip and AI functionality also means that it can compete with gaming PCs even without a dedicated GPU. Then again this is AI powered meaning it has an NPU. Due to this, the laptop boasts of a 22-hour battery life. So far I have performed only one battery cycle and clearly it wasn’t 22 hours. This remains to be seen though.
Aside from having 3K resolution, if I may add, is that this laptop is touchscreen capable. Now this may be divisive for some as this not a flip laptop meaning it has no tablet mode. This translates to the laptop being limited to having quick signature capabilities and the convenience of doing presentations without need for a mouse. The main downside really is it is not suitable for illustrations. Personally, I find this limiting as my other laptop is also an HP but it is the flip version and I find tablet mode very convenient.
Being an ultraslim laptop, this Omnibook has three Thunderbolt ports. There are no HDMI ports, USB A ports and not even a built-in micro-SD card reader. Likewise it does not have an ethernet port but I understand this is Wi-Fi 7 capable for what it’s worth. One thing I’ve noticed though is that there is a lot of bloatware. While these are not very obvious, but when memory diagnostics are run, used memory is already at 72 percent upon start-up. In comparison, my other HP laptop only has 48 percent used memory upon startup. Definitely, I will make a clean install of Windows one of these days. And lastly, another gripe of mine is that the keyboard is not backlit. A laptop at this price point should also have at least a lighted keyboard.
Overall, this laptop is a solid performer despite its quirks, If those are fine with you then this laptop will be a decent choice for you,
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Power up your performance with CLIPPER PRO MINI 60~s enhanced Hall Effect tech. MGX HYPERDRIVE CORE magnetic switches unlock Rapid Trigger and next-generation Hall Effect features: Multi Action, Tap Lock, and Smart Tap so players can dominate the competition with game-changing speed and precision. Combined with 8,000Hz hyper-polling for near-instantaneous inputs and FlashTap SOCD for enhanced movement techniques, this supercompact 60% layout delivers a pro-level advantage in a small footprint. This incredibly water and dust-resistant mechanical keyboard is IP57-rated, built to withstand the toughest grind. Connect via USB-C to USB-A cable for enhanced control on PC, Mac, or console
Customer Rating
5
The little keyboard that could.
on June 13, 2026
Posted by: msumulong
The Corsair Pro Mini 60 is the latest keyboard to come out from Corsair. So what can you expect from this company? First is that this keyboard has one of the smallest form factors for a gaming keyboard. Sized like any mini keyboard found in the market today, this is actually a gaming keyboard. So the first thing that one should test for literally any keyboard would be the spacing of the keys. I find it quite appealing that the spacing does not feel cramped. Most often keyboards this have cramped spacing which makes typing not as smooth. This is may suffice for casual typing but for touch typing especially gaming (This is a gaming keyboard!), this is a big deal. So far the Clipper Pro Mini is a win. There is however one drawback for me here. There are no dedicated arrow keys in this keyboard. But then again a lot of gaming keyboards don’t have them either. There is a a dedicated Fn button which you can use in conjunction with other letters so you can have arrow functions. For me this is a downer but may not be a big issue for others.
Like most gaming keyboards, the Clipper Pro Mini is fully customizable. But unlike before where you need to download an app in order to customize the keyboard, Corsair has done away with that and customization can be done through the web. For me this is very convenient as for one you don’t need to install an app to customize the keyboard. But moreso, this truly adds to the portability of this keyboard. You can practically use this keyboard on any computer and customize it without installing any app. There are times that you may use (but not all the time) another person’s computer but you can still use and customize your keyboard to your liking.
One thing Corsair touts with this keyboard is its IP57 rating meaning it is to certain degree waterproof. Of course, soda and coffee are things that can be spilled on a keyboard. But unfortunately, I am wary of finding out for myself.
But one thing Corsair is really proud of this keyboard is its 8,000Hz hyper-polling meaning it’s input is really superfast. I can’t measure this scientifically, but all I can say that it is super sensitive that a little pressure on the keys may result in a typo. Novice gamers may have to adjust to this sensitivity.
Overall, this keyboard has a very specific purpose. And if you are a serious gamer, this is a recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall
3 out of 5
3 out of 5Slow processor
By DeeV
Good phone but internet is nad real slow but other than that very good
msumulong
Los Angeles
Internet not exactly slow and processor not bad
November 24, 2016
The wifi performance is good. However I found it odd that when I used fast.com to measure speed, the phone registered 20 mbps which by itself pretty good if you're using a phone. But since I ran it simultaneously with my pc, my pc had a 70 mbps. Also the processor is not bad. It is not the latest and is commonly found in low end or rather entry level android phones. If you want a better phone you might want to consider the POP 4S which is similar but has an octa-core processor at 1.8 GHz, 2GB RAM 13 mp camera with a fingerprint sensor at $170. This sells for $150. So the $20 dollar difference is worth it. But the Black Friday deal sells at $50. So I got this phone. :)
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Crash
By MarkTwain
I wanted to like this phone. The specs were just fine. The screen was just fine. The only complaint I had was that the phone reboots frequently. Fresh off a factory reset, it would constantly reboot before I could even set it up. As a software engineer, I am disappointed that software like this can even be released. This is not the way to showcase a brand and the reason for many returns on otherwise perfectly fine hardware.
msumulong
Los Angeles
Letting it rest seems to do the trick.
December 11, 2016
A lot of Alcatel models are like this including my Pop 4+. It seems that if you have a boot loop, let the phone rest for a few minutes then restart. do this even if you have wiped data. But this shouldn't happen at all especially for a new phone.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Unlocked dual sim android phone
By ASCX
Alcatel uses older underpowered cpu which slows performance compared to currently available android marshmallow phones. Alcatel does support adoptive SD card storage unlike LG and Samsung. Dual sim is a plus. Needs better processor to be competitive.
msumulong
Los Angeles
POP 4S has a faster processor
December 11, 2016
as mentioned in the title, if you need a faster phone get the 4S. It has a 1.8Ghz processer and 2GB RAM. There are three POP 4 phones - POP 4/POP 4 Plus/POP 4S wherein the 4 Plus is the mid-tier POP 4 phone. But for $49.99 during Black Friday, why not?
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5When it CAN be used its good, But it cant be used.
By Reona945
The phone keeps restarting even though the battery has more than enough charge. I've tried a hard reset and that hasnt helped. A factory reset stopped the cycle and i managed to use the phone for like 20 minutes and the phone restarted. When we ordered the phone, we also ordered a case from a third party. At first we thought the case was pressing the power button because it was a tight fit but it didnt seem right. There was also an incident i had in the past with the one touch evolve that was exactly the same. I would like to hear back and now if this can be fix :) Have a nice Day!
msumulong
Los Angeles
No updates available
December 19, 2016
AS mentioned no updates available yet.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall2 out of 5
2 out of 5Reboot loop
By Proz
After having the phone for less than 1 month, I took it on vacation where I didn't have service. On the way my phone started to restart randomly. When I arrived at my destination the phone started into a reboot loop. If I caught it booting up quick enough occasionally I could navigate for a couple minutes. Even after I was able to get wifi connected and any other setting I thought could affect it such as gps location disabled the phone continued into the reboot loop. After researching on many blogs and andriod q and a sites I couldn't find a helpful answer to remedy the issue. I reluctantly did a factory reset but the loop continued. Finally, after returning back home I attempted to use the phone and it returned to "normal". I am very dissatisfied and I am generally very easy to please. I will be looking for another device to replace this asap.
msumulong
Los Angeles
seems to be the gps
December 20, 2016
I also did the factory reset to ease the symptoms. But it seems to be the gps module as then random reboots often occur when I am in my car and mobile. Also when I use Yelp and try to get directions, the phone restarts. No problem when I'm home though.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Alcatel - Pop 4 Plus 4g
By xkenox
Unlocked Alcatel - Pop 4 Plus 4g Lte With 16gb Memory Cell Phone - Metal Silver Hairbrush.
The phone could not get data connections with T-Mobile.
The phone could not get data connections with T-Mobile.
msumulong
Los Angeles
works with t-mobile
January 4, 2017
I have a T-Mobile account and 4G. works. Make sure you select T-Mobile in the APN settings.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great Laptop at Great Price
By BBUser808
from Hawaii
Got this on Black Friday. Considering the price, awesome laptop, used for about a month, no complaints what so ever.
msumulong
Los Angeles
This is for a cell phone
January 8, 2017
This review section is for a cell phone and not a laptop.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Good quality, but issue with 4G
By Praveen
I purchased this phone on black Friday because bestbuy was selling at $50, the phone had 2-yrs warranty, and Alcatel is one of the few good brands. I was excited about this purchase thinking that I paid only $50, but my excitement did vanish in a couple of days when I found that the phone restarts itself. After keeping an eye on the phone for a few days, I found that it restarts only when I drive or I am in a remote area. I googled about the issue and luckily found the reason behind restart. I am using T-mobile connection and had turned 4G LTE on. The 4G LTE service of T-mobile is not available in all areas of ABQ and therefore whenever I drove in areas where T-mobile signal was weak, phone used to restart. My phone never restarted in my school or in my house as T-mobile signal is excellent in these places. To fix the issue, I changed the network settings in my phone and set 3G as the default data service and after that it never restarted.
So, if any of you are facing restart issue, just stop using 4G LTE and use 3G. This solution worked for me. Hopefully it might work for you,too.
My finding is - this phone supports 4G only if the strength of the signal is excellent, otherwise, it restarts itself. But I don't know why doesn't it ,like other brands, work in case of bad signal. My friend has samsung phone and she never had the restart issue though we go to all the places together in the same car.
All other features of this phone are like samsung phone - my the most favorite brand. I haven't observed any other issue and the phone works like charm. Speed, sound quality (the default music player doesn't have equalizer, so you might try VLC music player), picture+video quality, and call quality are just superb. Finally I started loving this phone.
So, if any of you are facing restart issue, just stop using 4G LTE and use 3G. This solution worked for me. Hopefully it might work for you,too.
My finding is - this phone supports 4G only if the strength of the signal is excellent, otherwise, it restarts itself. But I don't know why doesn't it ,like other brands, work in case of bad signal. My friend has samsung phone and she never had the restart issue though we go to all the places together in the same car.
All other features of this phone are like samsung phone - my the most favorite brand. I haven't observed any other issue and the phone works like charm. Speed, sound quality (the default music player doesn't have equalizer, so you might try VLC music player), picture+video quality, and call quality are just superb. Finally I started loving this phone.
msumulong
Los Angeles
Alcatel is aware of this issue
March 13, 2017
I called tech support and was informed that there is an issue with this phone. Alcatel promptly replaced my phone with newer firmware and presumably hardware and the problems of random reboots have gone.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Worst experience ever buying this phone
By Gourav
I brought this phone for $50 during Thanksgiving and this phone was delivered to me after 30 days but I thought OK its late but may be worth it.
I start using this phone and haven't made even 5 calls this phone restarting by itself every min, so i did factory reset and tried all other suggestions from online forums but nothing helped. Since this is under warranty i had to ship it Alcatel repair center but on my own pocket expenses, AH!.
Alcatel should cover shipping fees as its their fault that their phone is faulty.
Alcatel don't even have their store/facility locations where i can go give my phone for repair physically rather paying for shipping.
I would also recommend that Best Buy has brand name and they should NOT allow low quality brands/product to be sold on their site.
I start using this phone and haven't made even 5 calls this phone restarting by itself every min, so i did factory reset and tried all other suggestions from online forums but nothing helped. Since this is under warranty i had to ship it Alcatel repair center but on my own pocket expenses, AH!.
Alcatel should cover shipping fees as its their fault that their phone is faulty.
Alcatel don't even have their store/facility locations where i can go give my phone for repair physically rather paying for shipping.
I would also recommend that Best Buy has brand name and they should NOT allow low quality brands/product to be sold on their site.
msumulong
Los Angeles
Alcatel covers shipping costs
April 20, 2017
I also bought mine during Thanksgiving and had the same problem. I called Alcatel and they acknowledged that there is a hardware problem and emailed a shipping label for FedEx. Within a week or so I received a replacement phone via UPS. Do note I did pay for shipping and replacement of my phone. In fairness to Alcatel this replacement phone does not have the random reboots anymore.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5DO NOT BUY THIS
By ramalax678
from Atlanta
PRICE, PROCESSOR EVERYTHING LOOKS GOOD, BUT AFTER 6 MOTH OF USE THE PHONE DIE, HAVE AN INTERNAL DAMAGE, I BOUGHT THIS CELL PHONE ON BLACK FRIDAY WEEKEND 2016, BECAUSE WAS A GOOD PRICE, BUT CHEAP IS BAD MOST OF THE TIME, PLEASE DO IT THE FAVOR TO YOU SPEND A LITTLE MORE LIKE A SAMSUNG J7 OR SONY ANOTHER BRAND AND DO NOT BUY THIS PHONE... WILL DIE IN YOUR HANDS
msumulong
Los Angeles
there is a two year warranty
May 21, 2017
There is a two year warranty and Alcatel honors this warranty.
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when you are in a call is only the right one supposed to work but with everything else, they both work?
Yes. And I am bewildered with that even if you are using both.
7 years, 5 months ago
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Who says you need a big box for big bass? The Bose Bass Module 500 will take your music, movies, and more to the next level. Its rich, thunderous bass in a compact, 10-inch cube makes it easy to hide and even easier to hear. Wireless connectivity allows you to place the Bose Bass Module 500 nearly anywhere. Leave it next to the TV or put it under your entertainment center - the choice is yours.
Can this be paired with the Bose SA5?
AFAIK it is only compatible only with the Bose 500, 700 and Soundtouch 300 soundbars.
7 years, 10 months ago
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The stylish Bose Soundbar 500 speaker is meant to be heard, not seen. Its thin profile fits discreetly under the TV screen, while its powerful acoustics fill the room with sound. And with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant built in, all your favorite music is just an ask away, or use it as a central hub to control your existing smart home devices.
Is the 500 newer than the 300 and can you use with cinematic 15
The Bose 500 as well as the 700 were released August this year with the 700 being the replacement for the 300 as the latter does not have Alexa capabilities. All three soundbars like most soundbars have built-in ampliers. Also the three soundbars can use each others sub-woofers and share a common rear surround speaker model. But AFAIK these the 500 and the other models were not designed for the Cinemate series.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Is trac phone compatible if I am trying to purchase air time?
yes but you may have to manually configure APN settings.
9 years, 3 months ago
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msumulong
Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
How old is this model alcatel pop 4 ?when did it come available?
It became available 2nd qtr of 2016.
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Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
Google Play store states this phone does not have an Accelerometer, so cannot be used with Google glass.
Given that it is a low end Android phone, do not expect that it will have an accelerometer nor NFC. GPS and BT are standard features though.
9 years, 5 months ago
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msumulong
Connect with friends on this unlocked Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone. Its generous 16GB capacity stores more photos and music, and its quad-core CPU ensures speedy performance. The card slot supports a microSD, and the 8-megapixel camera has autofocus for sharper images. The loudspeaker on this Alcatel Pop 4 smartphone plays your favorite tunes.
it supports quick charging?
Smooth design and a powerful Snapdragon quad-core processor are yours with this T-Mobile LG K7. Android Lollipop 5.1 ensures seamless operation and keeps you on top of your game, while the large 5-inch screen delivers flawless visuals and excellent responses. A 2,045 mAh battery gives this T-Mobile LG K7 long-lasting power to keep it going throughout the day.
What phone plans can I use. I want a go phone plan. Like page plus where I can pay 6-10 cents a minute over 3- 4 months. Not a monthly plan.
You can have that option when you try to activate your SIM online.
10 years, 2 months ago
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Smooth design and a powerful Snapdragon quad-core processor are yours with this T-Mobile LG K7. Android Lollipop 5.1 ensures seamless operation and keeps you on top of your game, while the large 5-inch screen delivers flawless visuals and excellent responses. A 2,045 mAh battery gives this T-Mobile LG K7 long-lasting power to keep it going throughout the day.
does the LG v10 tmobile phone
does this phone accept a sim card? i already have a tmobile acct i just want a new phone, LG
Yes. I am using my current SIM card. It has a nano sim card though.
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Smooth design and a powerful Snapdragon quad-core processor are yours with this T-Mobile LG K7. Android Lollipop 5.1 ensures seamless operation and keeps you on top of your game, while the large 5-inch screen delivers flawless visuals and excellent responses. A 2,045 mAh battery gives this T-Mobile LG K7 long-lasting power to keep it going throughout the day.