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- First reviewMay 20, 2011
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- First review commentJanuary 17, 2017
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The brand that created the original esports surface is revolutionizing the category again with the QcK Performance series. A soft, finely-woven surface gives QcK Balance users the swift glide of a speed pad paired with the precision stopping power of a control pad. The QcK Performance series includes Speed, Balance, and Control variants. Precision made personal.
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4
Pretty decent mousepad for gamers.
on April 30, 2025
Posted by: LouRevue
Hard to say what's the difference between a "gaming" mousepad and a regular one. With most mice being laser and not the age old ball mouse, a mousepad should just be a mousepad right? Well, yes and no.
Lot of marketing around "gaming" accessories and especially with mousepads I see. For a good mousepad, what it really boils down to is the density of the mousepad foam and the texture of the surface that really make the difference. Most mousepads are your typical cheap foam ones that work. For gamers though, every little extra bit helps I say.
For these mousepads, the main difference between the Speed, Control, Balance ones are the surface of the pad that allows you the different preferences here. The slicker surface allows for faster speed and the control one has a bit more textured surface area.
I chose the balanced one as I do gaming and work on my PC. Having either the speed or control one might've been better for gaming purposes but I was looking for an all-around fabric for my needs. I feel that it works pretty well for gaming and perusing spreadsheets equally.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Max captures everything around you in a stunning 5.6K spherical video while completely erasing your extension pole from the shot. Just point Max anywhere and pick the best angles later. You’ll be able to create immersive point-of-view footage, selfie shots, follow-cam footage and more from the same video. The GoPro Quik app makes it easy to reframe and automatically track objects while powerful editing tools help you create videos that you can share right from your phone. Intuitive camera controls let you tap and swipe to take ultra steady 360-time warp shots and 360 photos or standard video in single lens mode with unbreakable max hyper smooth video stabilization and horizon lock. Rugged, durable, waterproof and mountable, Max is ready to capture your adventures from every angle and perspective.
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5
Made for active content creators
on April 28, 2025
Posted by: LouRevue
I've had a GoPro 8 for the longest time and enjoyed using it. Back when I used to snowboard, it was a great little camera to put on and capture my rides (and tumbles) down the mountainside. Seeing these 360 cameras out, I thought these would be even cooler to use for sports moreso than the regular GoPro.
While I haven't been able to hit the slopes with this yet, I'm learning how to use this effectively/properly so that when I do hit the slopes again, I'll be ready for some really cool content to share.
To be honest, the biggest learning curve for me is with the software since it's not your typical video editor using "normal" videos. Learning how to "splice" the dual video files can be a little tricky at first but I think I'm getting the hang of it.
Battery life has been pretty good so far. I've been using it off and on for about a week now and it's still around 70ish percent. I am probably going to get a larger SDHC card for mine. Mine came with a 32GB one but I'm thinking a 128GB should be a good size for me.
So now I'm thinking of some different activities to participate in where I can use this. It being Spring/Summer now I think I might take up some wake boarding or something. This is a really cool update to the normal GoPro and the results (so far) have been really promising.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy effortless versatility with the PopSockets MagSafe Kick-Out Grip & Stand—your go-to for comfort, style, and hands-free convenience. This magnetic grip snaps on and off with ease, offering a secure hold and an adjustable stand for both portrait and landscape viewing. Whether you're streaming, shooting videos, or taking photos, you can set your phone at any angle for the perfect view. Featuring a swappable grip top, you can switch up your style anytime. Designed with strong holding magnets—up to 2x stronger—it’s compatible with all PopSockets magnetic mounts. Works seamlessly with any MagSafe case for iPhone 12 models and newer (including Pro and Pro Max) and includes a magnetic adapter for use with any phone, tablet, or e-reader case.
Posted by: LouRevue
I was never one for these PopSockets since I never really had a use for them. I use an iPhone 16 Pro Max but don't really feel that it's too big for my hand. However, I bought another phone that's smaller and found out that these PopSockets really help me with those.
I bought a RAZR as a secondary phone. Cool phone but much smaller than my iPhone. As such, I have a little harder time using/holding it due to it's smaller size and folding screen. I put this PopSocket on there and it's much better now for me.
The usual PopSockets I've seen were either stick on or part of a case. Never really trusted the stick on ones and never bought any case that had one incorporated into it. I liked that this can work with either a Magsafe case or any other case since it included an extra ring in the box. I put the ring on my RAZR case and it's pretty low profile and useful. With the PopSocket on my case, I find it much easier to use one-handed for both flipping the phone open as well as using it normally. With the RAZR's second screen, having this PopSocket on there makes using that screen a breeze now.
My opinions on these things has changed for sure and I do find them quite useful.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience superior sound with powerful boosted audio, deep bass, and vibrant 360° Party Lights. Designed for portability, this speaker is easy to carry, so your music and party vibes can go wherever you do. Perfect for any setting, it delivers immersive sound and lighting to elevate every moment.
Customer Rating
5
Phenomenal sound from such a tiny speaker
on April 13, 2025
Posted by: LouRevue
I'll be honest, I've been a big fan of Sony audio products for quite some time now. From their wireless earbuds, over-the-ear headphones and even their wired earbuds, they've all produced the sound I'm looking for from my audio and have yet to disappoint. That said, with this speaker, their tradition of great sound continues now from a portable bluetooth speaker.
Sure, there's tons of bluetooth speakers out there from a variety of brands but this is a really nice one. The sound from this is both rich and deep so you can play any type of music you want and still get great sound from this speaker.
The speaker itself is fairly small. It's a little over a foot long and about 5 inches wide. You can easily tote this around to the beach or park or even in your living room. It is a bit hefty though I'll say. I was a bit shocked at how heavy this thing was considering its small size. Even still, it's nothing too heavy that would prevent you from toting this around to your next gathering or party.
The sound from this thing is fantastic. I listen to mostly EDM so I like those thumping beats and crisp highs. This speaker picks up all of them and it's crystal clear and the bass really kicks with this one. There's an Ultra 1 and Ultra 2 setting to use depending on the music you listen to. Ultra 1 is more boomy bass while Ultra 2 is more for punchy bass. Either way you can't go wrong if you like heavy bass. The speakers on both ends have some RGB so it'll look nice when the beat kicks and you get a little RGB show with it. It's nothing gaudy but just enough to give that extra little bit of ambience.
And as far as toting this thing around, it's water, dust and even rust proof so you won't have to worry about the elements damaging this speaker. It comes with a USB-C charging cable (could be a bit longer) as well as a carrying strap. There's also a companion smartphone app as well where you can control it wirelessly and play straight from your phone.
Overall, I really like this speaker. It's small enough for a room/dorm but provides a sound experience almost as if you had a speaker system. Battery life seems pretty good on this so no complaints there. Really, just a fantastic little speaker from Sony.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Hear everything around you in your favorite games with custom-tuned 50mm drivers and Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio. Stay connected with ultra-fast 2.4GHz wireless* or Bluetooth, and game longer with up to 70 hours of battery life. Quickly charging for just 15 minutes adds 6 more hours of battery life. Designed for PlayStation 5, PC, and more, VOID WIRELESS v2 offers multiplatform compatibility and breathable memory foam ear cushions for all-day comfort. The omni-directional microphone has NVIDIA Broadcast technology* which ensures your communication is clear and noise-free. On-ear controls let you mute, adjust volume, or switch modes instantly, while iCUE software gives you full control over sound and RGB lighting.
Customer Rating
4
Decent, mid range gaming headset
on April 11, 2025
Posted by: LouRevue
For this in the market for a decent gaming headset without breaking the bank, the Void fills that role quite nicely and for a decent price.
I've used a number of different gaming headsets from Astro, Alienware, Logitech and Steel Series. Some are really great but usually come with steep price tags while others have been so-so at best; also sometimes with steep price tags. But the Void works great in that it's relatively inexpensive and wireless which is a nice bonus.
Sound wise, this is decent. Not the greatest sounding headset I've used but also not the worst. Sound is clear and bass comes through OK.
Fit wise, it's a tad tight for me but I have a large head so I'm sorta used to that. It fits OK but I find it uncomfortable during long gaming sessions. For reference, I wear a 7 1/2 fitted cap.
There is a small bit of RGB on the headset but not much. You can control it through their iCue system to get all the pretty colors and such.
Overall, a decent and affordable gaming headset with decent performance.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Turn everyday tasks into something special with Vivobook 14, your essential tool for getting things done easier, anywhere. It’s completely user-friendly too, with its 180° lay-flat hinge and physical webcam shield. Make all your days more enjoyable with Vivobook 14!
Posted by: LouRevue
This is a pretty decent light duty laptop for just about anyone. Spec wise, it's pretty basic but it does the job for web surfing, word doc and light photo editing tasks. Good travel laptop if you're looking for one.
With the specs on this laptop, it's no AI powerhouse or gaming rig but for simple, light duty tasks, this will be more than enough for any user. The i3 processor and 8GB RAM are pretty light in terms of functionality, as is the 128GB hard rive but, for this model, that's not what the intended use is. I sdee this more as a student laptop or travel/backup laptop. It's inexpensive enough where this would be a great laptop for your student. It'll be more than enough for their day to day tasks and assignments. Also, if you already have a laptop/desktop, then this could be a travel/work laptop as well.
As far as ports, there's a surprising amount of ports for this which is nice. Most laptops these days come with 1 or 2 ports (either USB-C/A or Thunderbolt) and this one has 3 USB-A ports, 1 USB-C, HDMI and headphone jack. Good for using/charging any of your accessories without issue and you could also extend to another monitor with the HDMI.
Good thing to note is that this laptop is upgradeable in terms of RAM and HD. I've seen some users state the RAM can max out at 32GB or 40GBsso I'm not 100% sure on max capacity. HD is listed as SSD so you can easily upgrade that to a larger size if needed.
Overall, nice light duty laptop if you're in the need for one. Battery life seems OK though I wouldn't say it's an all day battery. Size wise, it's a little thicker than I was expecting for such a light duty laptop and the weight does seem a little heavier than expected as well. But the price point for this is a big factor IMO as it's low enough where these minor inconveniences are worht it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Professional-grade wireless gaming headset featuring 50mm graphene-coated drivers, 2-Mic AI Noise Cancellation and Active Noise Cancellation. Engineered with input from professional esports athletes.
Customer Rating
5
Really nice gaming headset
on March 5, 2025
Posted by: LouRevue
Been using Astro's for a minute and they're pretty good headsets. However, after using these Alienware ones, thinking I may have to switch up and start using these for my gaming sessions.
Really liked the sound from my Astro A40s however the earpads that come with them aren't that great at blocking outside noise. They're those fabric type pads so quite a bit of sound can seep through while playing. Thinking of having some noise cancelling headsets would be great but haven't really seen ones that fit the bill. These Alienware seem to pick up where the Astro left off and in great style.
The fit is quite nice on these headsets. I have a big head and these fit quite well without pinching my ears or noggin. Used them for a few hours and didn't have any issues with discomfort.
The sound is quite nice. The 50mm drivers deliver great audio quality and sounds come in pretty nicely. The sound is enhanced by the active noise cancellation. This is a huge upgrade for me as now I game in my own little audio world without outside noises distracting me. Much like some of your higher end music headsets, these deliver very good noise cancellation which allows you to hear everything better in game without the need of jacking up the volume.
Connectivity is great as you have several different ways to connect the headset to your PC/console. The buttons on the headset are laid out quite intuitively which is nice so everything you need to push or adjust is right where you'd expect it to be. The white color is nice too in that it matches my Alienware laptop.
Great little headset for gaming.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The HP OfficeJet Pro 9730e delivers fast color printing, 500-sheet paper capacity, and handles files up to 11x17". It includes wireless and printer security capabilities to keep your multifunction printer up to date and secure, and is the world's only wide-format printer with P3 Color¹.
Customer Rating
4
Perfect for mid-size business needs
on February 27, 2025
Posted by: LouRevue
While I don't have my own business, I can see the value in having a printer like this around for all your office scanning/printing needs. This thing is a beast in all aspects both functionally and physically. This should be the only printer you'll need whether for a small-mid size business or if you work out of your home office.
This thing is big so you'll need to make sure you got the real estate to plop this somewhere. Quite heavy too. But, with most HP AIO printers, this thing can pretty much do it all. The big bonus here is with the wide format printing; up to 11x17 inches print size. I could see this being quite the advantage for a design shop or marketing firm where you'd need to print out larger wire frames or display pieces or something to that effect.
This being an AIO, you can do pretty much anything you need with this printer. The added companion app will also let you print remotely too which is a nice bonus. The included 3 months of instant ink should be a nice selling point for people as well. This can print large quantities of jobs and has the larger size ink cartridges as well.
Another nice AIO printer from HP that is probably overkill for most people but great if you have your own business or need a floor printer for your different departments.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Italian design meets exceptional espresso with the Linea Classic. Bringing you simplicity and quality for all your café favorites at home, from lattes and cappuccinos to iced caramel macchiatos, espresso martinis and more, it's the perfect fit for any kitchen countertop. Achieve expertly extracted espresso with a 15-bar Italian professional pump delivering a consistent 9-bar extraction with auto-stop function, for your favorite drinks. The chrome-detailed visual pressure gauge tracks the pressure in real time, providing an easy visual cue resulting in the perfect brew. And instantly reach the perfect temperature, thanks to Thermoblock technology, providing fast, precise and stable temperature control. Equally matched with quality and simplicity is versatility with the Linea Classic, with its customizable single or double espresso one-touch preset recipes to start brewing your preferred dose automatically, along with an adjustable steam wand with two settings to effortlessly froth milk and alternatives from silky steamed milk, to rich & velvety microfoam for latte art creations. The double height trip tray can be easily adjusted to fit a wide variety of your preferred glassware from espresso to larger latte glasses, and everything in between. Craft café-quality drinks with simplicity & style at home with the Linea Classic espresso machine.
Customer Rating
5
Star-quality coffee at home for cheap
on February 26, 2025
Posted by: LouRevue
Big coffee drinker but things getting the way they are, kind of expensive to keep this habit up. I usually get the normal house brew but I do like a good espresso every now and then. With this latest addition to my kitchen, I can have it anytime now without incurring such large expenses.
I was a bit hesitant about using this seeing as I normally don't operate a machine like this. But, having watched baristas make these for so long now, it was pretty intuitive on how to use this machine properly. I'm no expert but I'm getting there (hopefully). Once you've learned how to operate the machine properly then it pretty much becomes a no-brainer after that.The knobs and buttons on this are pretty straightforward so there's not really much to mess up thanfully.
That said, the coffee I'm getting out of this thing is great. I'm just using my normal coffee for now however I'll definitely look into getting different brands and such down the road. I haven't quite mastered the creamer pouring bit but am slowly getting there.
If you're the type that REALLY likes their coffee and spends oodles of money each month buying them, it'd probably be a great idea to pick one of these up and save some money.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Valor Pro pushes performance on Xbox with optimized ergonomics and game-changing features. Stop sacrificing your aim. Keep your thumbs on the thumbsticks while you jump, slide, reload, and more. The wraparound bumpers are designed with more surface area allowing faster transitions between bumper and trigger. Elevate your audio controls by effortlessly managing all your sounds without taking your hands off the controller. Our new anti-drift Hall effect thumbsticks are designed to alleviate common symptoms of wear and tear. A non-slip grip helps during those high intensity situations while the new shape fits naturally in your hands for comfort. Valor Pro redefines gaming comfort and performance.
Posted by: LouRevue
Been a gamer for some time now and finding a decent controller (that lasts) is pretty challenging. SCUF usually makes really nice ones and this one is no exception. Whether on XBOX or PC, this is a really nice controller to use.
I'm using this on my PC and it works really nice. My previous controller was a wired one but this being wireless is just really nice. The overall "fit" of the controller is nice. It feels good in the hand and the buttons are well placed and easily reachable without being too awkward.
The customizable rear paddles are super nice which is something my older controller didn't have. It adds that extra versatility and enhances your gameplay quite nicely. The controller also has inline voice controls which is nice to easily increase/decrease volume without messing around with another amp or something.
Biggest thing for me are the anti-drift thumbsticks. This is the single greatest pain point for me being a controller user in that these breakdown the fastest. This also leads me to having to get more controllers to replace the broken ones. They feel really nice during gameplay so here's hoping they can last longer than my previous controller did.
Only time will tell how it holds up over time but here's hoping this one holds up and last for awhile.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best Buy Acer Aspire R 15 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Combine performance and versatility with this Acer Aspire laptop. It has a huge 1TB hard drive to meet your storage needs, and the Intel Core i5 processor makes light work of multitasking. This Acer Aspire laptop has a 15.6-inch display for a great viewing experience, and the 360-degree hinged screen provide flexibility for work and play.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Excellent laptop for everyday use
By LouRevue
from Washington, DC
Having had the chance to use this laptop, I must say it’s quite an impressive model for almostn any use. With an abundance of features housed in a sleek, stylish body, it’s a solid laptop for anyone in the market for a new/replacement laptop.
Using a 7th gen i5 dual core processor, the laptop functions on par with just about any laptop in its price range. With 8GB of RAM (12GB max) and a 1TB hard drive, it offers plenty of speed and room for all your files and enough power/speed to perform almost any task.
As far as the aesthetics go, this is an impressive looking laptop with clean lines, brushed aluminum cover and beveled edges. It’s a very nice looking laptop no doubt and the design, overall, is quite appealing. It comes with a full size keyboard as well as backlit keys which is a nice touch. Only gripe with the keyboard are the arrow buttons as the Up/Down buttons are smaller due to keyboard layout. The power button is on the right side of the laptop which is a bit unique as well as a dedicated volume button. There are 2 USB 3.0 ports as well as 1 USB 2.0 port, HDMI, SD Card and USB-C port. There is no CD drive for anyone wondering. The laptop (closed) is only about ¾ inch tall however it’s a bit wider than most due to the full size keyboard.
Power/performance. Using a dual-core processor I was under the impression this would be relatively slow and have choppy performance when opening multiple programs. Being this is the latest gen processor from Intel, this is not the case. Opening 2-3 programs at once was done with relative ease and switching between them was pretty flawless. The 8GB RAM comes in quite handy here and even with a 5400 RPM HDD, this laptop was able to perform tasks with very good speed. Battery life is pretty good. Using it “normally” and leaving it on for about 5-6 hours, there was about 50% battery left. Also, one very noteworthy benefit to this laptop, it doesn’t get that hot when left on for long periods of time which is VERY nice.
The display is probably the most impressive feature on here. A full 1080p display is quite vibrant and displays bright and dark colors extremely well. Those wanting to watch Netflix/Hulu will have no issues with the display. In addition to visuals, the sound from this laptop is equally impressive. For watching movies or just playing music, the speakers on this laptop deliver quite nicely without too much reverberation or distorted sound.
One of my initial thoughts of this being a 2-in-1 was that the tablet was an afterthought/gimmick. Having used previous 2-in-1 laptops, I was expecting the tablet functionality to be quite lackluster. Again, this was not the case. In this unit, you have, both, a well built laptop as well as tablet on-the-go device. Once in tablet mode, the screen orients itself to that of a normal tablet using Windows Tiles. Touch sensitivity is surprisingly smooth and using paint programs worked well without any lag or drops in sensitivity. Using the tablet form works really well when you want to sit back and watch videos or movies. Very nice.
A couple concerns with this laptop were;
The hard drive. While it’s a large 1TB drive, I would’ve expected something, at least, in the 7200 RPM range. Being fast enough for normal business related tasks, anyone wanting to use this laptop for video editing or other processor intensive jobs might find it to be a bit slow. This can easily be remedied by replacing the HD for a faster spindle drive or a SSD. However it would’ve been nice to have a tad faster hard drive here.
The keyboard, for me, took a bit getting used to since I have previously used standard laptop keyboards without the number pad. This is a personal preference so nothing against the design. Just noting that those of you used to that type of laptop keyboard, there will be a bit of learning curve involved however I think the addition of the number pad is great thing and should be standard on all laptops.
While the brushed aluminum case is aesthetically appealing, I’m a little concerned about it getting scratched/dinged from normal use or if when you’re changing it to be used as a tablet. This is the case with some laptops that use this metal casing so just something to be aware of.
The keyboard, for me, took a bit getting used to since I have previously used standard laptop keyboards without the number pad. This is a personal preference so nothing against the design. Just noting that those of you used to that type of laptop keyboard, there will be a bit of learning curve involved however I think the addition of the number pad is great thing and should be standard on all laptops.
While the brushed aluminum case is aesthetically appealing, I’m a little concerned about it getting scratched/dinged from normal use or if when you’re changing it to be used as a tablet. This is the case with some laptops that use this metal casing so just something to be aware of.
Overall, this is an impressive laptop, reasonably priced with enough up-to-date technology that will last you for several years to come. Being that it’s a 2-in-1, it’s an added bonus which allows you to use this device in ways you should be able to do and with relative ease.There is some bloatware included (this should be no surprise) so make sure to uninstall/delete the stuff you don’t need. Aside from a somewhat slow hard drive, the other features on this laptop more than make up for it. Very nice buy for a new work laptop or student.
LouRevue
Washington, DC
Bloatware?
January 17, 2017
It took a bit of time to setup my laptop as well. Have you tried uninstalling the bloatware on this laptop? I did and I don't have any issues with boot speed or anything else on my laptop.
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Only @ Best BuyListen to music with this sweat- and dust-resistant wireless Jabra Elite headset. It connects via USB, mini-jack or Bluetooth, and a powerful microphone lets you use voice commands with your mobile device. This Jabra Elite headset reduces background noise and has a built-in motion sensor that lets you track fitness efforts.
Can an owner of the original non active 65t comment on the fit and stability difference with the active version? Curious if that and the extra IP rating is worth a look, or negligible.
I own both the active and regular 65T's and I don't see any noticeable difference between them. Aside from the IP rating, there's really not much difference. Both fit exactly the same and fit pretty snugly in the ear.
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Brighten your day and night with this Philips Being Hue ceiling light. The dimming function lets you set an ambience for different moods, and it works with the Philips Hue dimmer switch and mobile app for versatile control. The ZigBee technology of this 32W Philips Being Hue ceiling lamp provides smooth, efficient interoperability with multiple Hue lighting units.
Can this light be controlled by a existing wired wall switch? I plan to replace the light that is already there with this one, but I would prefer to use the wired switch.
Yes you can...that's what I did. One thing to note is that the light won't come on immediately like your current light fixture does. There's a second or two delay after you flip the switch. I'm planning on replacing the switch with a dimmer switch so maybe that will correct the delay.
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