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- First reviewMay 20, 2011
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- First review commentJanuary 17, 2017
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The slim profile and minimalist design transform your keyboard and mouse into a visual statement that elevates your desk setup. A slim profile and compact design make typing and mousing a pleasure. Low-profile keys give you that laptop-like typing experience you know and love. Whisper-quiet keys and a 90% noise-reduced mouse let you power through in near-silence. Long battery life and an easy plug-and-play 2.4GHz USB receiver ensure a reliable, hassle-free experience.
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4
Pretty solid mouse/keyboard combo
on October 9, 2019
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
Always been a fan of Logitech products as they're pretty reliable and solid performance. This little combo set is no different. Never hurts to have one of these around the house. Obviously for your computer/laptop but this also works well if you have a smart TV with browser.
The keyboard is quite slim however it has a bit of heft to it which I like. It doesn't feel like there's a piece of plastic on your lap like with some other brands. Keyboard is pretty smooth operation so no issues so far there. For those seeking a minimalist look/feel, you'll probably like this one.
The mouse is okay. Personally, I think it's a bit too low profile. I prefer mice with some decent ergonomic grip to it and this mouse is quite flat compared to others. Other people may like this, however it doesn't suit my tastes.
Biggest pro for this is the battery life in that this combo boasts 18 month life for the keyboard and 36 month (3 YEARS) for the mouse without needing to replace the battery. While I can't speak to this, I'm quite intrigued by this as one of the major problems with other mice/keyboard combos is the battery life lasting a few months or so before replacing the batteries.
Again, pretty solid set that should appeal to just about anyone.
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Charge a MacBook, Chromebook or laptop with a USB-C port with the Platinum 65W 8’ USB-C 3-Port Wall Charger with 47W USB-C Power Delivery for MacBook, iPad, iPhone, Chromebook or USB-C Laptops . Equipped with fast-charging Power Delivery, the charger provides 65 total watts, comes with an 8-foot USB-C cable and has two standard USB ports to charge smartphones, tablets and more.
Customer Rating
5
Great charger; much better than the OEM one
on September 30, 2019
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
I use this on my Pixelbook and I really like it. My OEM charger worked fine however A) the cable had an accident whilst I was vacuuming and B) the charge time seemed a bit slow. This charger charges a lot quicker it seems and the added bonus of USB ports built into the charger is fantastic. I can charge my iPhone and Apple watch and my Pixelbook all with one charger.
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Connect a MacBook, Chromebook or laptop with a USB-C port to a TV, monitor, projector or other display with the Platinum USB-C-to-HDMI Cable. The cable is easy to connect, supports resolutions up to 4K and is 6ft long. The anodized aluminum housing ensures durability while providing a sophisticated appearance.
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4
Quite good and sturdy
on September 30, 2019
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
This cable works great for my Pixelbook. Love the laptop but it's small screen isn't geared for work related tasks. With this cable, I can easily hook up any monitor now. Also works great for streaming Netflix too. The cable seems pretty sturdy and well made. The HDMI connection is metal and fits into the HDMI slot pretty well. Overall, seems like a great cable and works great too.
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Put floor cleaning on autopilot with this SharkNinja Shark IQ robot vacuum. Compatibility with Alexa and Google Assistant simplifies control from a distance, while the IQ Nav functionality provides digital home mapping to clean specific rooms as needed right now. This SharkNinja Shark IQ robot vacuum recharges itself to resume cleaning from where it left off.
Customer Rating
4
Nifty little cleaning device.
on September 11, 2019
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
So this is my first ever robot vacuum. I was always a bit hesitant in getting one simply due to the cleaning power compared to a larger, more traditional vacuum. I don’t have any pets so my cleaning needs are just general housekeeping for the most part. That said, the cool factor in having an automated vacuum is quite appealing for the lazy procrastinator in all of us.
What doesn’t happen initially when you power this thing on is the smooth, parallel cleaning that’s pictured in commercials or ads. This little vacuum us quite the spaz in that it’ll glide around, often in circles, and bumping into pretty much everything. As such, using a normal vacuum might take 15 minutes to clean my condo. But this thing takes over an hour each time; sometimes more. That’s not a huge surprise for me in that the vacuum needs to get used to your surroundings so it’s just mapping out your floorplan in the hope that it’ll vacuum a little more smoothly and easily.
My condo is a tad under 1000 sq. ft so it’s not too terribly big. The Shark will wander around aimlessly for over an hour just cleaning and trying to get accustomed to my place. With the companion app, you can see if/when your Shark has mapped your floorplan and you can decide if it’s accurate or delete it if it’s not. Mine is about 16% complete so I’m hoping that when it’s done, the cleaning will be like what is shown on commercials. With the companion app you can also schedule cleaning runs and, when your mapping is complete, you can tell it which rooms to clean and which ones not to. I have mine scheduled to clean every Tues/Thurs while I’m out at work. There are three modes in which you can clean, Eco, normal and max. Any of these three on wood floors is sort of loud; especially on max. On carpet, this thing is quiet.
As far as cleaning goes, it’s not too bad. Again, my uses are tame compared to a larger house or a house with a pet in it. So, my cleaning is just dirt, occasional bugs or other small debris. In this respect, it cleans well. Sucks up everything it’s supposed to so no issues there. My place is 50/50 carpeted and wood flooring. On the wood flooring, picks up everything without problems. On my carpeted bedrooms, it just does some surface cleaning, but I doubt/don’t think it’s powerful enough to get the deep down dirt. Again, not a huge surprise considering the size of this. For the lazy cleaner this is a nice tool to help keep your place with minimal effort.
A few cons I noticed;
Obstacles – this thing doesn’t like things lying around on the floor. It has no respect for shoes or wires that may be lingering around your place. Naturally, if you’re vacuuming, you’ll move these out of the way without issue since that’s what you’re supposed to do. With a scheduled cleaning, especially if you’re not present, this can lead to issues. Twice now my Shark has stopped on me while I was out at work because something was in the way of it and it couldn’t get around it or caused an error.
This thing doesn’t like shag carpet at all.
Obstacles – this thing doesn’t like things lying around on the floor. It has no respect for shoes or wires that may be lingering around your place. Naturally, if you’re vacuuming, you’ll move these out of the way without issue since that’s what you’re supposed to do. With a scheduled cleaning, especially if you’re not present, this can lead to issues. Twice now my Shark has stopped on me while I was out at work because something was in the way of it and it couldn’t get around it or caused an error.
This thing doesn’t like shag carpet at all.
Mapping – this can take a while. I’ve used the Shark about 5 times now and my mapping is still only at 16%. Not sure how long it’s supposed to take but that seems like a long time for me. The only way to speed it up is to use it however, at times, the Shark can run for over an hour and still only clean half my place. I’ve watched it try to clean under my kitchen table only to get stuck under the seats and just wiggle around. Sometimes I’ll get tired of hearing this thing scooting along and just send it back to its base. That process can take 15-20 minutes. Just kind of wished the mapping process was a little faster. And since it takes so long to map your place, it’ll operate for quite some time draining the battery. I’ve had this unit vacuum until the battery was almost dead, got back to it’s base and recharged, and then ran again for another 15-20 minutes trying to clean.
Biggest pro here is that you don’t have to vacuum as much as you used to having this thing. Much nicer and easier to just send this thing vacuuming and wait until it’s done and, for the most part, you have a cleaner place. I think maybe once a month or something I’ll break out the big vacuum and do a once over on the whole place just to get everything.
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Store and transfer files with this Seagate 1TB external hard drive for Chromebook. The generous capacity fits thousands of files and documents, and USB 3.0 connectivity lets you transfer large files in seconds. This Seagate 1TB external hard drive offers easy software-free operation and has a compact design that fits comfortably in pockets and backpacks.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect travel companion for my Pixelbook
on August 23, 2019
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
This portable hard drive is just what my Pixelbook needed. I have 128GB of storage on my Pixelbook which is plenty for its purpose. I generally use this laptop as a travel laptop since it's lightweight and relatively small. With this hard drive though, I can now bring along some of my music and videos whenever needed. Also whenever I need to offload some pics from my DSLR or video from my GoPro, I can do so easily now with this hard drive.
Only downside for me was that I needed to get a new cable since my Pixelbook has a USB-C connector. No biggie though. Great little HD for the money and it looks pretty nice too.
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Drive safely with this Cobra super HD dash cam. Its 1296p recording resolution captures high-quality video footage in any lighting condition, while the extreme temperature protection is tested to withstand sudden fluctuations. This Cobra super HD dash cam provides iRadar route tracking and live police alerts when connected to the iRadar app, so you never miss a thing.
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
Pretty decent dash cam however it could be a bit better. Being that this is from Cobra, having an integrated radar detector built in would be a fantastic idea.
The size is near perfect. It's very small and lightweight. I previously used a Rexing dash cam which is very good albeit a tad bulky looking. This Cobra unit is small and is very discreet. Using the supplied 3M tape, I don't see any issues with this dash cam falling off.
The screen is almost useless as it's so small. In my F150, it's tucked behind my rear view mirror so having the LCD screen is useless for me. All it does for me is let me know it's on and that's about it.
The buttons and menu are quite good. There aren't too many settings to configure however the buttons work fine and is quite intuitive. Seeing the screen is so small, having it be a touch screen would've made it near useless.
As for the "radar" detector bit, that's kind of available with this unit but only if you purchase a subscription. With it, you can get notices of speed traps, cameras and such which is always beneficial. Without the subscription, it's just a normal dash cam.
Assuming you don't get the subscription, this is simply an overpriced dash cam. If you wanted a dash cam, you can get one for far cheaper than this unit. If this thing had integrated radar detector built in or the subscription prices were a bit more reasonable, then this would be a great pickup. As a dash cam, it's better to pickup another lower priced unit for the same, if not better, features and form.
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Do you experience slow internet speeds, dropped calls, poor call quality, or the inability to send and receive texts while you’re at home? With the weBoost Home MultiRoom Cellular Signal Booster, you can improve your cell signal where it matters most. The weBoost Home MultiRoom cell signal booster boosts cellular networks speeds for up to three large rooms (up to 5,000 sq. ft. depending on outside signal strength). The Home MultiRoom features an exclusive, Inside Antenna—featuring a built-in kickstand and stylish fabric cover while also providing best-in-class performance. Wall-mount installation is effortless with the included 3M Command strips. The proprietary Outside Antenna offers a tool-free, finger-tightened precision mount. Users will experience faster data speeds, better voice quality, fewer dropped calls, and superior streaming capability. Home MultiRoom works with all US carriers—including Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and more. For anyone experiencing connectivity issues when using their phones, tablets, or devices within specific areas of their home (up to 5,000 sq. ft.). Stay connected, where it matters most, with the weBoost Home MultiRoom.
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from Washington, DC
So far this cell booster seems to be working as intended. I do get a noticeable increase in signal strength after installing this device. The installation of this does take some time. I was under the impression this was something you just plugged in and used however, you need to install the external antenna outside your residence and run the cables inside to the internal antenna. Installation does take some DIY knowledge so be aware of that.
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Get peace and quiet anywhere with these Sony truly wireless noise-cancelling earbuds. An advanced HD noise-cancelling processor blocks distracting background noise so you can focus in noisy environments, and Bluetooth connectivity ensures easy use with smartphones and other devices. These Sony truly wireless noise-cancelling earbuds include a convenient charging case that offers up to 24 hours of use per charge.
Customer Rating
5
Superb, top notch earbuds
on July 19, 2019
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
WF-1000MX3 superbly top notch earbuds
I’ll start off by saying I’m quite the fan when it comes to Sony headphones. My current fav is the WH-1000MX3 headphones followed by the Jabra Elite 65t earbuds. I currently also have the WH-1000MX3 earbuds. As far as earbuds go, my overall favorite are the Jabra Elite 65t. Overall sound is great on those. The real limiting factor for the WH-1000MX3 earbuds was when making a call with them on. Sound only came out of one ear which was really annoying. The 65t worked far better in the call functionality since sound came through both earbuds. Now that these WH-1000MX3 earbuds correct this issue, these are definitely my favorite earbuds.
First thing, Sony really needs to revamp the naming conventions for the headphones. It gets a bit confusing since there are now two 1000MX3 model headphones from them. That said, these earbuds are, quite possibly, the best I’ve used so far.
As with Sony headphones, the extra bass feature is probably one of the best features they have. I’ve used other earbuds/headphones with extra bass but none come close to the sound Sony headphones put out. I listen to EDM primarily and the bass these earbuds put out is satisfying to say the least. Nice, deep bass tones without the distortion you get from other earbuds. I’m REALLY pleased with the bass these earbuds put out and it’s a testament to Sony’s rep when it comes to their extra bass feature.
Vocals on these earbuds is crisp and clear. Even with the extra bass feature, there is no muddy, garbled sound when all sounds come together. The music is crisp and vibrant as it should be. Sony really got it right with these earbuds.
The noise canceling feature on these earbuds is surprisingly good. Earbuds, in general, are all noise cancelling to some extent since you’re plugging your ear with a rubber tipped earbud. That said, as far as the noise canceling goes, they’re right on par with the larger WH-1000MX3 headphones. They block a great deal of background noise. I had these on when an ambulance drove by and it was noticeable but not loud at all. On the subway; you can barely hear anything which is great.
As I mentioned earlier, the biggest flaw they improved with these was having sound from both earbuds when making a call. The previous model was good but this one bit made them just plain irritating since I couldn’t really use those earbuds when making a call. In the event I had to take a call, I’d have to switch earbuds. BUT, these earbuds now have stereo sound when making calls which makes these earbuds pretty much perfect in my eyes.
Another slight issue I had with the WH-1000MX3 earbuds (previous gen) was the battery life. On a recent train ride I took, the earbuds died during the 3 hour trip which was quite a nuisance. These supposedly have 6+ hours so we’ll see how these hold up for long periods of use.
One thing that might be an issue for some is the size of the case for these earbuds. The previous gen case was comfortably small. The case for the Jabra Elite was a perfect size. The case for these earbuds is considerably larger which can be an issue for some people. Not so much for me since I throw the case in my backpack. For some who like to put their earbud case in their pocket or something, this case might not fit so well for them.
Overall, these a really a top notch pair of earbuds and are now my favorite earbuds. Can’t really say anything negative about these as they perform well in every category you can think of. Battery life still has to be seen but that’s not a huge concern for me at the moment. Great earbuds and probably the last ones you’ll need for awhile.
I’ll start off by saying I’m quite the fan when it comes to Sony headphones. My current fav is the WH-1000MX3 headphones followed by the Jabra Elite 65t earbuds. I currently also have the WH-1000MX3 earbuds. As far as earbuds go, my overall favorite are the Jabra Elite 65t. Overall sound is great on those. The real limiting factor for the WH-1000MX3 earbuds was when making a call with them on. Sound only came out of one ear which was really annoying. The 65t worked far better in the call functionality since sound came through both earbuds. Now that these WH-1000MX3 earbuds correct this issue, these are definitely my favorite earbuds.
First thing, Sony really needs to revamp the naming conventions for the headphones. It gets a bit confusing since there are now two 1000MX3 model headphones from them. That said, these earbuds are, quite possibly, the best I’ve used so far.
As with Sony headphones, the extra bass feature is probably one of the best features they have. I’ve used other earbuds/headphones with extra bass but none come close to the sound Sony headphones put out. I listen to EDM primarily and the bass these earbuds put out is satisfying to say the least. Nice, deep bass tones without the distortion you get from other earbuds. I’m REALLY pleased with the bass these earbuds put out and it’s a testament to Sony’s rep when it comes to their extra bass feature.
Vocals on these earbuds is crisp and clear. Even with the extra bass feature, there is no muddy, garbled sound when all sounds come together. The music is crisp and vibrant as it should be. Sony really got it right with these earbuds.
The noise canceling feature on these earbuds is surprisingly good. Earbuds, in general, are all noise cancelling to some extent since you’re plugging your ear with a rubber tipped earbud. That said, as far as the noise canceling goes, they’re right on par with the larger WH-1000MX3 headphones. They block a great deal of background noise. I had these on when an ambulance drove by and it was noticeable but not loud at all. On the subway; you can barely hear anything which is great.
As I mentioned earlier, the biggest flaw they improved with these was having sound from both earbuds when making a call. The previous model was good but this one bit made them just plain irritating since I couldn’t really use those earbuds when making a call. In the event I had to take a call, I’d have to switch earbuds. BUT, these earbuds now have stereo sound when making calls which makes these earbuds pretty much perfect in my eyes.
Another slight issue I had with the WH-1000MX3 earbuds (previous gen) was the battery life. On a recent train ride I took, the earbuds died during the 3 hour trip which was quite a nuisance. These supposedly have 6+ hours so we’ll see how these hold up for long periods of use.
One thing that might be an issue for some is the size of the case for these earbuds. The previous gen case was comfortably small. The case for the Jabra Elite was a perfect size. The case for these earbuds is considerably larger which can be an issue for some people. Not so much for me since I throw the case in my backpack. For some who like to put their earbud case in their pocket or something, this case might not fit so well for them.
Overall, these a really a top notch pair of earbuds and are now my favorite earbuds. Can’t really say anything negative about these as they perform well in every category you can think of. Battery life still has to be seen but that’s not a huge concern for me at the moment. Great earbuds and probably the last ones you’ll need for awhile.
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Keep your carpets in pristine condition with this HOOVER ONEPWR Spotless GO cordless carpet cleaner. The lightweight design simplifies cleaning on stairs and upholstery, while the 4-inch scrubbing tool removes stubborn stains. This HOOVER ONEPWR Spotless Go cordless carpet cleaner comes with a 2.0 Ah rechargeable battery for prolonged cord-free usage.
Customer Rating
4
Good for quick spot cleans.
on July 1, 2019
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
Pretty impressive little spot cleaner. If you have a pet then you probably have some stains on your carpet like I do. I have a few old stains that needed cleaning and this one did okay with them. For newer stains, this works pretty well. However I noticed for older stains, it took a couple tries to get the spot clean. Not a huge thing considering the size of this unit. For one of the larger, vacuum sized carpet cleaners this probably would've been an issue but this is fine in my opinion.
The unit is very portable so you can take it with relative ease to any of your family/friends house to let them use it. The solution seems to be okay but I'm guessing you could probably use any old carpet cleaning solution. The water tank tends to smell after a couple scrubs so just be aware of that.
For small spot jobs, I think this thing works pretty well. For some older stains though, you'll need to use some extra elbow grease.
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Enjoy flawless printing without the hassle of cartridges with this Epson EcoTank all-in-one printer. The front-facing ink tanks support easy monitoring, while Wi-Fi compatibility allows printing directly from a smartphone or tablet. This Epson EcoTank all-in-one printer features refill tanks that print up to 6,000 pages in color, making it ideal for your busy office.Prints up to 15 ISO ppm*, up to 8 ISO ppm* in color.
Customer Rating
5
Good quality printer. Nice ink system.
on June 29, 2019
Posted by: LouRevue
from Washington, DC
Printer is pretty good. in terms of quality and performance. Considering today's technology, printer are pretty much the same in terms of quality and performance. This multi-function printer is no different. In terms of performance, the printer, scanner, copier and fax all work as intended. I generally print office documents so I don't print out a whole lot of pictures. The pictures I have printed out turned out pretty well so no issues there.
What I do really like about this printer is the ink system. This doesn't use normal printer cartridges; it uses ink tanks which are filled with ink bottles. The printer comes with ink bottles which should last for two refills. Filling up the tanks is pretty simple and doesn't take too long; nor is it messy. I think it's a great departure from the typical ink cartridge setup. A replacement ink bottle for black/color costs around $55 for the Epson OEM cartridges so it's not super expensive which is great. A typical cartridge can cost that much for other printer manufacturers.
In the long run, the cost savings should be pretty good. I've seen some online reviews where the savings over time would be pretty good provided the printer lasts for awhile. I think that's the biggest draw for me with this printer. Provided the printer lasts for awhile, the ink shouldn't be such a huge burden like it would be with other printers. I think this is great departure from the typical cartridge setup. Print quality is good and the ink is pretty cheap.
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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.
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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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