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The Velox Magnetic Wireless Dash & Windshield Mount is a powerful, convenient, and highly versatile wireless charging phone mount designed specifically for MagSafe compatible iPhones and cases. Keep your iPhone accessible in a myriad of custom mounting positions without obstructing your view thanks to the newly redesigned telescopic arm. Featuring a streamlined profile that utilizes a friction ring and snap lock, adjusting the arm is quick and hassle-free. Easily attach the Velox Dash Mount to your vehicle’s dashboard or windshield for a superior suction hold. Strong magnets provide precise alignment for efficient charging and keep your iPhone in place in portrait or landscape mode, even on the roughest terrain. The soft silicone mounting face ensures a scratch-free experience. With up to 7.5W of wireless charging power, you can hit the road with confidence!.
Customer Rating
5
A premium MagSafe compatible phone mount
on September 29, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
The Velox Magnetic Wireless Mount from iOttie is one of the most recent releases from this company. This mount is well built and has some heft to it. It has a ball joint and telescopic arm to make viewing angles better.
A suction plate is also included should you decide to setup your phone in your dashboard. But I have noticed that the built-in suction cup is strong that the you can do without the mounting plate. But in my case I have installed the mount on the left side of my car’s windshield.
What makes this different from most magnetic mounts is that thus is MagSafe compatible. Using my iPhone 13 Pro with a MagSafe case, the magnet is strong enough to hold my phone. Though personally, I would prefer a stronger magnet. (But it’s no dealbreaker for me.) And unlike most MagSafe mounts out there, the Velox mount also has wireless charging capabilities. The charging capacity of the mount is only 7.5W which is way off the maximum 20W the iPhone can handle. But this is a limitation of wireless chargers. Chargers with a higher capacity tend to overheat and often times deemed not safe.
There is not much more really to describe the Velox Wireless Mount save for the fact that it is a premium and well built MagSafe wireless charger. And though it may priced at a premium, it is still a good buy as competition in a similar price range do not have built-in wireless capabilities. I would highly recommend this charger.
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Chromecast with Google TV (HD) brings you the entertainment you love, including live TV,₁ in up to 1080p HDR. Get personal recommendations based on your subscriptions, viewing history, and content you own – all in one place. No more jumping between apps to decide what to watch. And use the remote to search with your voice.₂ Easily control with the Chromecast app. Watch content from Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube, Apple TV app, Peacock, HBO Max and many more.
Customer Rating
5
Google TV has become more affordable!
on September 28, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
Chromecast with Google TV has been around for a couple of years now. For those who aren’t familiar with the newer Chromecasts, it is no longer the black dangle with no remote wherein everything is cast fro your cell phone. The newer Chromecast is now white and has a remote which is a far cry from previous Chromecasts.
The newer Chromecasts now have the following features:
1. Google TV Interface wherein you can get personalized recommendations based on your
subscriptions and viewing habits. User profiles can be added too;
subscriptions and viewing habits. User profiles can be added too;
2. As mentioned earlier, the new Chromecast with Google TV has a remote which makes it easier for you to navigate through Google TV. Please note that you can still cast videos from your phone. And to make things easier, Google Assistant is available so you can do voice commands;
3. And for those with families, family friendly profiles can be setup so that age appropriate can only be watched coupled with parental controls as to limit viewing time; and
4. The Chromecast can be linked with your Nest Cam feed to see what’s going on around your home.
So for those who already have a Chromecast with Google TV, what are the differences? THE NEW CHROMECAST WITH GOOGLE TV IS ONLY IN FHD OR 1080P AND NOT 4K RESOLUTION AND IS SOLD AT A LOWER PRICE POINT. That said there are also additional changes to the new Chromecast. This Chromecast has Android TV 12 OS whereas my older 4K Chromecast has Android TV 10 OS. Also, This Chromecast does not support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos but still supports Doubt 5.1 surround. So that being said, who is is Chromecast for? Apparently Google wants to target people who do not have nor want a full high end home theater setup of those having older TVs. In my case I am using this Chromecast with my 1080p Insignia TV with a 2.0 soundbar attached which is located in my guest room. There is no need for me to have Dolby Vision and Atmos in this room. (But in my living room I have the 4k Chromecast as I have a Dolby Vision and Atoms enabled home theater setup.
And in spite of the limitations of this new Chromecast, I would still recommend this for others who do need nor want high end setup and also save money in the process.
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CoreCam Security Camera offers easy-to-install, completely wireless security. Featuring stunning 1080p Full HD vide in a modern design, it’s the perfect solution offering smart, convenient, and affordable surveillance. Best of all, CoreCam’s rechargeable lithium batteries are long-lasting. On a full charge enjoy up to 3 months of recordings (based on average usage; 20 x 15 second clips per day), so you can set and forget. Secure it with the screw-in mount to watch over any area from any angle. Mount the camera indoors or outdoors as the weatherproof design is built to withstand rain, snow and heat. CoreCam can even see in the dark up to 26ft (8m), with powerful infrared night vision that kicks in automatically! Sleep comfortably knowing the CoreCam Security Camera is looking out for you. Have a presence at your home with 2-way audio, giving you peace of mind while you’re away. You can check in on loved ones in need of care, communicate with delivery people remotely, even scare off intruders from your phone. Equipped with Swann’s True Detect, warm objects such as people, cars, and large animals trigger video recording and push notifications straight to you. Use voice commands via Alexa and Hey Google to see what’s happening hands-free! CoreCam has free storage allowing you to store thousands of clips onto the included 32GB Micro SD card, with greater storage available in Secure+ Member Plans. Expand your security by adding more Wi-Fi cameras and multi-camera Swann surveillance systems - and manage them all using the Swann Security App! Secure to the core with long battery life for extra convenience, let the CoreCam Security Camera look out for your family and property. It’s security made smarter, from Swann.
Posted by: msumulong
Swann surveillance cameras have been a long known fixture in home and small businesses. However, the inconvenience and also costs (if necessary) often hinder one’s purchase decision to purchase for home use. And while wireless options have been around for the past several years, it is only recently that Swann has entered this space. We will see if Swann can still catch up with the competition.
The Swann CoreCam is Swann’s answer to the gamut of total wireless surveillance cameras out in the market. In contrast to most of Swann’s current offerings, the CoreCam is powered by its own built-in battery and operates via wifi. But unlike most wifi enabled surveillance cameras out there, the CoreCam does not require a base to be installed but rather each unit is autonomous and is controlled via an app in your cell phone. (I have tried to look for a way to use the cam via PC but ti no vail as of this writing.).
Out of the box of the Swann CoreCam is the main unit itself, a charging cable, a mount, a 32GB sd card and some stickers. Installation and setup is fairly simple. But first and obvious is that you should charge your unit first. And since mine has some charge out of the box, charging took only around thirty minutes. (Your mileage may vary though.) After fully charging your unit, download the app, register for an account and follow instructions within the app. The instructions are fairly simple and should only take a few minutes. Do note that the unit’s wifi uses the 2.4GHz bandwidth. And though you can use a dual band wireless router, you may experience frequent disconnections as the router alternates whichever band has the stronger signal as I have experienced. To prevent this, use only the 2.4Ghz band.
Once setup, usage can be customized like what the competition offers. No-zone, home modes, file size, timers and the other usual features are included. There seems to be no geofencing feature though. The Swann CoreCam offers for free 24 hour cloud store (but there is also a paid plan which offers more). But one thin I like about the CoreCam is that video can also be stored in the included sd card thereby saving you money. And lastly, the CoreCam also has an optional solar panel so that you won’t have to continuously charge the unit.
And though Swann has been late in the game, it has so far met my expectations as it is more or less up to par with the competition. Plus did I forget to mention that this camera is also weather proof? Overall, this seems to be a solid surveillance camera and I would recommend this to others.
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Neato D10's 300 minute runtime, covering 2,700 square feet on a single charge, makes it ideal for large homes. You can't use circles to clean a square corner. Neato's D-shape allows for a 70% larger brush than those found in round robots along with an industry-leading 0.70 liter dirt bin that holds more dirt between cleanings. Neato D10 offers corner-to-corner and edge-to-edge cleaning in a short amount of time and its unique Helix multi-surface brush is now 50% quieter on hard surfaces. Neato D10 offers 60% greater dirt pickup than D3 & D5. The powerful performance is combined with an easy-to-clean true HEPA filter that captures up to 99.97% of allergens and fine dust particles as small as 0.3 microns. Equipped with energy-saving Eco Mode for general vacuuming to high-performance Turbo Mode and D10's exclusive new Max Mode means Neato's D10 gets the job done. The Neato D10 uses LaserSmart powered by LIDAR, same technology used in self-driving vehicles, to map and navigate your home with precision, leaving your carpets with those satisfying straight vacuum lines in no time. Because it uses lasers, not cameras, to navigate your home it works just as well in low light conditions like under furniture and never records images of you and your belongings. It also doesn't have microphones on board and features state-of-the-art encryption both on the robot and in the cloud. With regular software updates sent automatically, you can feel confident you're getting the latest features as soon as they're released. Get cleaning in minutes with Neato’s hassle-free setup using the MyNeato app. Create Zones to target trouble spots more often—like crumbs under the dining table. Create No-Go Zones to avoid spaces such as a pet dish or child’s play area. Clean where you want, when you want—on demand or scheduled in advance. Available in a premium, high-gloss brushed silver finish that fits in with any décor. Let Neato D10 take care of the dirty work. You've got better things to do.
Customer Rating
5
A better alternative
on September 28, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
Robot vacuum are gaining ground nowadays. The main catch here really is the price point as for some they may cost an arm and a leg. Neato Robotics offers a more affordable option when it comes to robot vacuum cleaners. Now is Neato Robotics a case of you get what you pay for or is it a value for money deal. Let’s find out. And for this review I am going to evaluate the Neato Robotics D10 robot vacuum cleaner.
First the Neato Robotics D10 like most robot cleaners is D shaped wherein the flat side fronts so that corners in your house can be cleaned. Out of the box you can find the main unit which weighs around eight pounds. A charging base, a power adaptor, two extra filters and some documentation.
Setting up the unit is fairly straightforward. Just plug in the charging base and attach the vacuum, cleaner to the base. Download the app on your cell phone (available both in iOS and Android) and follow instructions.
Once connected to the internet, first the vacuum cleaner will do is perform a firmware update which will take around 15 minutes.Once updated your vacuum is ready to do it’s first cleaning,
You can start using the vacuum by using the app. Do note that the first time you use the app, it will cover as much space as possible. You must remove all obstacles on your floor too since the Neato D10 is also doing a map of your house. As such such this may take an hour or so and in some cases the unit may run out of power.
Once the first cleaning is made, you can now partition the map so that you can either clean the whole house or cleans portions of your house. Also you can father program the robot to have no-go zones in certain areas of the house. And you can further customize your D10 by making a schedule when to clean your house.
There’s not much to it really for the D10 since it is quite easy to use and pretty much customizable as per your cleaning needs. As for cleaning, the Neato Roboitics cleans as well as the competition. It’s main advantage really is its price comparison to other cleaners out there. That said, the Neato Robotics is a bang for your buck smart robot cleaner. And I would highly recommend this to anyone.
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Don’t let your phone battery die as you go throughout your day. The Insignia NS-MW320C1W22 20W USB-C Compact Wall Charger for iPhone has a high, 20-watt output to quickly charge your iPhone, tablet, smartwatch and more. Its compact and durable body with a foldable plug easily fits into a purse or pocket, ready for when you need it. A simple white design pairs well with your other accessories. Keep your iPhone working as hard as you do with this fast, easy-to-carry charger.
Customer Rating
5
An affordable OEM alternative
on September 15, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
The Insignia 20 watt power direct charger is a great and more affordable alternative charger compared to OEM chargers. The Insignia power direct charger is similar in size compared to Apple’s chargers but has angled sides so as to differentiate it from Apple’s charger. It has one USB-C port so you can connect your cable to charge your phone. Do note that this charger can also be used for Android phones albeit Pixel phones require only 18 watts and Samsung phones can go up to 25 watts. Nonetheless, both can be charged by this charger.
Also, the Insignia charger has foldable prongs which makes it more compact when not in use. (I wish all chargers are like this. Even the original Apple chargers don’t have foldable prongs.) And the charger is sold without any cable. All in all, there is nothing fancy in this charger but it definitely works. It charges just as good and fast as OEM ones. And this has been my secondary charger wherein I store this charger in my laptop bag so that I would always have a charger on hand, I would definitely recommend this product.
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Enjoy hassle-free business printing with the WorkForce WF-2930. An efficient, all-in-one solution, the WF-2930 streamlines workflow with a built-in scanner, copier, fax and Auto Document Feeder. Perfect for printing presentations, contracts and corporate graphics, as well as occasional prints for the home or family, it features Epson’s industry-leading printing technology to consistently deliver documents with sharp text and vivid colors. Plus, with effortless setup and wireless connectivity, it’s the convenient choice for everyday home office printing.
Customer Rating
5
A budget friendly entry level AIO
on September 15, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
The Epson WF-2930 is a compact four-function or all-in-one printer designed for home use and ideal for work from home, school work or simple general home or personal use. It is a fairly small measuring roughly 14.5” (width) x 11.5” (length) x 8.5” (height). It is sure to fit in almost any corner you would want to place it.
Being wi-fi enabled, this printer is no longer limited to being near your primary computer and almost every device can print through wi-fi as long as the corresponding app is installed.
Initial setup is a breeze for this printer as once you’ve removed all packaging materials and powered it up, the built-in lcd will present you with a QR code so that you can download the Epson Smart Panel app to your phone. (Of course you can also download and setup the printer via computer too.) Once downloaded all you have to do is follow the instructions given by the app and you’re good to go in about ten minutes.
Using the printer is fairly intuitive, first you have to download the Epson suite from the website to obtain full functionality of the printer. This includes the printer and scanner drivers, fax software, a photo print app and even a limited function OCR. Take note that the complete download is almost 500 MB. But of course, you can also specific modules you need. Unfortunately, Epson’s Windows Store app does not support this printer yet nor does it function properly on Windows 11. There is also the Epson iPrint app for your phone should you need to print from your phone. Unfortunately, I have noticed that the iPhone does not natively support this printer. As such you need to download this app if in case you want mobile printing,
Being a consumer oriented device, it is not surprising that print and capabilities are are on the slow slide. Printing though I can’t find anything in the documentation is as per my estimate at around 8-10 pages per minute. Scanning speeds are moderate which is typical for AIOs in this price range. In spite of that, performance is acceptable. I was no longer able to test the fax capabilities of this AIO for the simple reason that faxing is fairly minimal in today’s non-corporate environment. Nonetheless, this feature is still welcome for small business and home-based businesses.
I like the fact that Epson’s design is extendable meaning you release the paper trays only when you need them and tuck them away when not in use. This way the design is sleek from my perspective.
There is pretty much nothing to dislike about this printer as it simply works and is easy to setup an operate. I would recommend this printer for anybody who wants a functional and budget friendly AIO out there.
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Dinner’s ready on the double with this Bella Pro Series 4.2-qt. Analog Air Fryer. Equipped with a powerful heating system and circular heat technology, enjoy crisp and evenly-cooked food in no time. And with a sleek design and matte finish in a compact footprint, it’s the perfect addition to apartments, small kitchens, dorm rooms, and more.
Customer Rating
4
It's good for what it is
on September 5, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
The Bella Pro Series 4.2 Qt Air Fryer is your basic air fryer capable of preparing food for two to three persons. Having the basic carafe design, this air fryer is quite capable at what it does. Its housing is made from matte black plastic instead of the usual shiny plastic or even metal housing found in other models and brand. Being such, I found the casing easily prone to smears but by no means hinder its functionality.
This air fryer has spring loaded manual controls unlike those found in other models which have digital displays. And while this air fryer has a heating capacity of 400F, being a manual air fryer, there are no quick settings for different types of foods. As such, prior to cooking you should have an idea what is the ideal cooking temperature of what about you are to cook. Fortunately, a guide is included in the user manual included with he fryer. Also, you can do a web search for heating temperatures for food.
The timer is spring loaded which for the most part can do the job. But take note that the times indicated is more or less an approximation and adding or removing cooking times is on a trial and error basis unlike digital air fryers which can be more specific.
After trying to cook French fries on this air fryer, it is still highly capable but not feature laden. One gripe or component I do have with this air fryer is that it is included in the Pro series of Bella. And again this is a very capable air fryer, there is nothing (from my point of view) that this should be marketed as a pro-series model. Due to this I am removing one star in my review.
All this being said, I would still recommend this air fryer with the caveat that is is mainly a manual air fryer and would be users should be aware of the limitations of the features of the air fryer.
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The CORSAIR HS55 SURROUND Gaming Headset delivers essential all-day comfort and sound quality with memory foam leatherette ear pads and Dolby® Audio 7.1 surround sound on PC and Mac, without weighing you down thanks to lightweight construction. An omni-directional microphone picks up your voice loud and clear, and custom-tuned 50mm neodymium audio drivers offer great sound quality and range. A 3.5mm audio connector ensures wide compatibility with most devices, including PC, Mac, PS5 with Tempest 3D AudioTech support, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices. Powerful CORSAIR iCUE Software unlocks audio equalizer settings, multi-channel 7.1 surround sound, and more. Complete with on-ear volume control for convenient audio adjustments, you can press play on great audio with the HS55 SURROUND.
Customer Rating
5
This is really worth considering
on August 18, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
The Corsair HS55 Surround 7.1 stereo gaming headset at first may look like an ordinary gaming headset and really won’t scream “Buy me!” At first glance you really won’t be impressed with its plasticky build with a flexible and foldable boom mic. Added to that is the volume dial and a 3.5mm jack. A USB adapter is included which I prefer so I’d get a digital signal (as if my untrained ears can really notice the difference.) The gaming headset has around the ear muffs which makes for decent sound isolation too plus the fact that these are quite comfortable. Again, there is nothing really notable here.
But what turned me on is the sound quality. I’ve had several gaming headsets from other popular brands and for a mid-tier headset, I would say I am blown away with the sound of this headset. While I really haven’t maximized its audio capabilities (I use an eight year old gaming rig) I would say that the audio is superb. First volume is much louder compared to other headsets I have. On top of that it offers a much wider sound space compared to your basic stereo headset. And I must admit I really haven’t tweaked my sound settings and I’m just using the default RealTek driver settings, and yet I am amazed with the sound signature. Although I cannot say I am wowed with the sound when watching Netflix. But then again this is a gaming headset. I’ve also tried this with Zoom (I don’t use Discord or such) and sound is pretty much good and the microphone works well. There is no mute button but if you fold up the microphone, the mic is muted.
Overall, I would recommend this for casual gamers as this is a mid-level headset. I also believe this can also suffice for more serious gamers. This id definitely worth considering.
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Power through your hardest or easiest workout with the GO Air Sport, the perfect everyday sport earbud. With 32+ hours of total playtime, a secure and comfortable sport fit, and 3 custom sound settings, the GO Air Sport are mighty (and fun). Auto connect to your device and add some color to your workout.
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5
Great value sporty earbuds!
on August 8, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
The JLab Go Air Sport is JLab’s latest entry to the JLab Sport series. Similar in form factor to JLab’s Epic Air Sport ANC and Air Sport, the Go Air Sport gives you value for money. Obviously, the Go Air Sport does not noise cancelling like its Epic Air Sport counterpart nor does it have 40 hours and transparency mode which JLab refers to as “Be Aware” mode. But what the Go Air Sport offers is a lifestyle pair of earbuds that offer sport function related features plus a decent 32 hours of total playback time.
Specifically, the “lifestyle” features of the Go Air Sport is the array of colors aside from black and white. It offers six colors to choose from (light blue, graphite, green, sand, teal and yellow). And as mentioned earlier it is sweat proof, has an equalizer and touch controls which are pretty much the features in the Sport line. But having the Air Sport for some time, the Go Air Sport seems to have more comfortable clips and audio is more wide unlike the Air Sport that I also have. Of course the last two seem to be more subjective but that’s just me and I prefer it that way.
Lastly, given the relative price advantage of the Go Air Sport, it is not hard to consider this pair earbuds. I would highly recommend the JLab Go Air Sport.
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Willen BT Portable Speaker
Customer Rating
5
The little speaker that could!
on July 10, 2022
Posted by: msumulong
Portable bluetooth speakers can be found everywhere and it’s really hard to differentiate them in general. So what would it take for the Marshall Willen bluetooth speakers stand out in the already crowded marketplace said from its branding of a well known one of guitar amplifiers?
Well you can count on its sound build quality. Measuring roughly by 4” x 4” with a thickness of around 1.5”and weighing almost 10 oz., the Marshall Willen in terms of form factor competes with that other high end portable speaker whose brand starts with a B and audiophiles hate. The Willen also has a strap similar to that “other” brand too. But what makes the Willen stand out is that it boasts of a rated fifteen hour battery life whereas the other brand has only six. Other brands which are similar in class often have 8-10 hours of battery life. In this regard, the Marshall Willen is on top of the list.
Its boxy form factor follows the general design of Marshall amplifiers wherein there are “grippy” rubber textures and grilled speakers which are made of plastic. Also it sports the classic Marshall logo in gold. The overall design is rather minimalist wherein you have a gold rocker button in gold in front and and acts like one you can find in digital cameras and TV remote controls. Pushing the rocker powers on or off the speaker. And pushing the rocker left or right skips or repeats the song playlist while pushing up or down controls the volume. On top of the speaker is a bluetooth button which is actually red not blue, a mic and a battery indicator which from my observation is seldom found speakers of this class. The WIllen is also powered via USB-C with the charging cable provided but no charger. But then again, most small speakers do not provide one nowadays.
And now for the most important part is sound quality. At first, I found the sound as clear and not really “tinny” as most speakers in this class. Fortunately, this tiny speaker is supported by the Marshall app both of which are available for iOS and Android. From the app though minimally, you can set the sound settings. There are actually only three preset sound settings which are the default Marshall setting, the Push setting which is actually a bass boost setting and my preferred setting. In truth with this setting on, the speaker sound louder than it looks. And still it is not really thumping, the sound sound can still be room filling. Lastly, there is a Voice mode which is more suited for podcasts. And like other speakers coming nowadays, you can also daisy chain this Willen to others.
Overall I like this tiny speaker as it has great battery life and sound louder relative to its size. If you are willing to put a little extra for a quality but small bluetooth speaker, I would highly recommend this speaker.
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Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ70KA Bridge Camera: Enjoy flexible shooting options and simple controls when you use this bridge camera, which features a 16.1-megapixel high-sensitivity sensor to capture crisp images in up to 4608 x 3456 resolution, which you can add special effects to using creative panorama modes and creative controls. Auto and creative retouch help improve quick snapshots.Memory card sold separately.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Good, but photo download problem
By rangerdon
This is a fine camera in many ways, but after losing some photos and a conversation with Panasonic, I learned that you must use the included panasonic software to download photos. (I use Picasa.) That makes the camera less than 5 star, since iPhoto would have the same problem - so if you buy this, and it is a fine piece of equipment, use their photofun software to downloard
msumulong
Azusa, CA
Downloads fine
January 25, 2016
I have downloaded pictures using the photo app in Windows 10 with no problem.
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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.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Good phone for a 10 year old
By Maria
I purchased this phone for my 10 year old. I works pretty well, but my only complaint is that is doesn't have a slot for an SD card
msumulong
Glendora, CA
Its does have an sd card slot
July 22, 2016
The (micro) sd slot card is beneath the sim card slot.
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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
Glendora, CA
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
Glendora, CA
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
Glendora, CA
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
Glendora, CA
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
Glendora, CA
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
Glendora, CA
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
Glendora, CA
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
Glendora, CA
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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