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Game like a pro on Windows 11 with this ROG Zephyrus G14. Double up on AMD firepower with Ryzen 9 7940HS CPU and RTX 4060 GPU featuring exclusive AMD SmartShift and Smart Access Memory technology that dynamically boosts performance for any task. Be confident in screen quality with an ROG Nebula 165Hz Display. Leap into the next generation of memory and storage with 8GB of DDR5 RAM, and 512GB of PCIe 4.0 SSD storage.
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5
Still the gaming laptop to beat
on May 10, 2023
Posted by: Ponskippa
Asus has been on a roll lately with their products, and this latest version of the G14 with the Ryzen 9 and RTX 4060 is very powerful while keeping the same compact form factor. That being said, it would have been cool if Asus updated the design of the hardware. If you look at this laptop and the one from the last two years, it’s hard to tell them apart. This new version has a Matte feeling texture coating on the inside. It was a welcome change. It feels comfortable against my Palms and it doesn’t absorb your hands oils. The 4060 comes with 8gb of VRAM. It has performed very good with every game I have installed. I play Fortnite, Rocket League, Tiny Tina’s Wonderland and Destiny 2. Not the most demanding titles, but they all run great at their highest settings with this laptop. They all managed to run at 120fps while plugged in. The screen on this skew looks like an IPS monitor to my eyes, there is some IPS type blooming when looking at dark screens. I could be wrong, so don’t quote me. But it is a very beautiful screen though. It is bright and very vibrant. The colors pop and look saturated. It has 165hz refresh rate and I could not notice any ghosting or input lag. I like the aspect ratio of the screen, it takes advantage of every inch. There is hardly any bezel so when you play a game in full screen, the game pretty much fills all the screen real estate. I really like the screen. It makes it feel a little larger than 14”. If you really plan on taking a gaming laptop with you everywhere, I definitely recommend this 14” over 15.6” or larger. It is so lightweight and hardly takes up any space in my backpack. The keyboard is very responsive and tactile, I’m still not a huge fan of the RGB lighting on this keyboard. It’s hard to tell what keys you’re looking at sometimes with the backlights on. I usually turn them off or choose a blue or green color so that I can see the keys better against the white chiclet keys. There is plenty of ports on this laptop 2 of which are USB C ports which support USB 3.2. I immediately purchased an external 1 TB SSD for this laptop because frankly the 512gb of internal space just isn’t sufficient. I have 4 games installed and I only have about 127gb of free storage available now. So I would highly recommend that you either get an external SSD or upgrade it internally. I personally don’t plan on upgrading the drive internally because the games load just as fast off the external SSD I purchased for it. Battery life is decent when not gaming on the battery. Performance is surprisingly good while on battery. I was able to play rocket league and Destiny 2 at 120fps for about 3 hours before I had to plug it in to charge. I prefer to keep the laptop plugged in when gaming because you’ll get much better performance from the processor and GPU when plugged in, but the battery should get you through a full day if you just do some light web browsing or work / media consumption on it.
Would I recommend this laptop? I’m going to go ahead and say yes.. definitely. The Ryzen 9 chip is very fast while and sips battery power and the Nvidia 4060 will probably be able to run most games coming in the next 5 years. I just really wish Asus would have included at least a 1TB internal drive. Game files are massive now, and 512gb just isn’t enough. If you plan on playing call of Duty on this, you’ll easily fill almost 1/3 of its capacity. I still have to give it a 5 star rating though, this little laptop is very impressive for its size and weight and it is probably the best gaming laptop money can buy in this form factor.
Would I recommend this laptop? I’m going to go ahead and say yes.. definitely. The Ryzen 9 chip is very fast while and sips battery power and the Nvidia 4060 will probably be able to run most games coming in the next 5 years. I just really wish Asus would have included at least a 1TB internal drive. Game files are massive now, and 512gb just isn’t enough. If you plan on playing call of Duty on this, you’ll easily fill almost 1/3 of its capacity. I still have to give it a 5 star rating though, this little laptop is very impressive for its size and weight and it is probably the best gaming laptop money can buy in this form factor.
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Experience a balanced sound, with crisp, soaring teble and controlled, runbling bass. Built-in Dynamic Loudness adjusts the tonal balance of the sound, ensuring your music sounds brilliant at every volume, while Placement Compensation corrects for any nearby reflective surfaces that may affect the sound. Marshall has taken its signature rock 'n' rollhome speaker line-up and given it a stripped-back look that makes a loud statement. Its iconic design knocks all other speakers off the shelf. Generation III is ready for the future of Bluetooth technology and has been built to deliver next-generation Bluetooth features the moment they are available. Over 55 years of sound knowledge is combined with future-proof technology to completely immerse you in your music.
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5
Classic Marshall Design, looks great, sounds great
on May 8, 2023
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As a long time guitarist and musician / music lover, I was drawn to the Marshall Acton III by its beautiful and classic Marshall styling. I love that it kind of resembles a guitar amp. I wanted it for my Vinyl record player. I connected it via Bluetooth, and I love this little speaker. The toggle on and off switch feels just like a guitar amp switch. The volume, treble and bass knobs are a nice touch. Most Bluetooth speakers don’t have any sort of physical controls for that. Having the ability to tweak treble and bass on the fly is a must have for me. I think they are “fly by wire”. So, when you adjust the volume, or EQ, it takes a second or so to make the change. If that makes any sense? Not a deal breaker, but keep that in mind, when adjusting volume or EQ with the knobs. Build quality is excellent, it feels like a solid and well built Marshall head lol. Feels like it is built to last and come with you on the road for tours ! (or holidays) It requires a power connection (no built in battery) but that is ok with me. It stays put near my record player at home. Sound quality is fantastic. It gets very loud. I leave it at about 30-40% and it easily fills our living room. Bass and treble sound great. To my ears, it kind of has that warm / classic sound of a Marshall cab. It’s great for vinyl record listening in my opinion. It will also pair with your phone, tablet, laptop via Bluetooth or Amy device that has an AUX out port. Thank you Marshall for including the 3.5mm input, I still use and love having that option. Would I recommend this speaker? YES! It sounds great, and looks beautiful on any shelf. I love it and I think you will too.
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High quality sound and comfortable, all-day listening in a wireless headphone. The WH-CH520 have an ultra-long battery life of up to 50 hours and a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 1.5 hours of audio playback.
Customer Rating
5
Budget Ballers
on April 23, 2023
Posted by: Ponskippa
These headphones aren’t “mind blowing” but they are impressive for their price point. They are lightweight, comfortable and battery life is excellent. Sound quality is very good, I’ve enjoyed using them to listen to podcasts and watch YouTube videos. Voices come through really clean and clear even with background music playing in the video. I watched a whole movie on Netflix and my iPad with these on and my ears never got tired. (A problem I typically have with on ear headphones.) For music, these headphones are pretty decent. Bass and lows are deep without drowning out highs and mids. They don’t bash on your skull, but you can definitely hear the bass in most songs with these. Build quality is good. They feel very sturdy even tho they are lightweight. The buttons are all tactile and the cushion pads are comfortable. They do have a pretty neat feature called “360 reality audio” if you’re willing to pay for the services required. But it seems to be locked to apps that require subscriptions. Tidal, Amazon music, artist connection, nugs.net, peer tracks. I don’t personally use any of those services so I wasn’t really able to test the function. It seems cool from the “demo” that the app let me listen to for the feature but I don’t plan on subbing to any of those services, so keep in mind that if you want to use the 360 audio feature, you’ll need to be a subscriber for a compatible app. That would probably be my only complaint about these headphones. I understand that it’s a feature that the apps provide, so it’s not entirely Sony’s fault. Another thing to note is that they do not have active noise cancelling but it’s forgivable at this budget. I would recommend these headphones if you want a good set of affordable headphones. Or if you already happen to be a subscriber of a 360 audio compatible app. It’s nice to see Sony put out a good sounding and reliable set of affordable headphones.
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Jabra Elite 4 true wireless earbuds seamlessly switches between mobile phones or computers with Bluetooth Multipoint, and Fast Pair or Swift Pair features connect instantly with no hassle. With comfortable rainproof durability and Active Noise Cancellation, these wireless earbuds can tune into your music or be used while on-the-go. Wear the earbuds alone in either ear with mono mode or together as a pair. Long battery life with 5.5 hours in the buds and a total of 22 hours with the case (28 hours ANC off).
Customer Rating
4
Throw these in your backpack / pocket and go!
on April 9, 2023
Posted by: Ponskippa
I’ll start my review by saying that my 4 star review is more like a 4.5 star. These earbuds aren’t the coolest or the flashiest looking but they have everything you could ask for in earbuds these days. They have a pretty good active noise cancellation function. My workplace is loud, and I have to wear hearing protection for most of my time there. When on my breaks I like to sit and listen to some music or watch a quick YouTube video and these earbuds have been great for blocking out the loud sounds at work. When I used them to talk on the phone, I am able to take out the left earbud and use the right only to have my conversation. The people I spoke to didn’t complain once about not being able to hear so I think it’s safe to say they work good for phone calls. I’ve used these most while working out at the gym. I enjoy the subtle look of the earbuds. Nothing to draw attention to me and they stay put in my ears while doing cardio. I decided to use the silicone tips that came pre installed, i sometimes prefer a tighter fit and seal but these fit comfortably so I stuck with them. Audio quality is pretty good. Not the best I’ve ever listened to music with, but I would say they make my top 10 list as far as sound quality. I’m a bit of an headphone / speaker snob though so keep that in mind. I think most people would be satisfied with the sound quality of these earbuds. I would say they are “balanced”. I turned on the bass boost EQ within the app and the bass still isn’t very pronounced to my ears. And that’s the only reason I give them a 4 star rating. I prefer some oomf when I’m listening to music. And low to mid volumes, the bass is very subtle and low. That being said, they do have nice mids and treble. I listen to a lot of rock, and guitars come through crunchy as they should. For podcasts and videos, I would say they are perfectly fine. Battery life is excellent, I’ve been using them for about 4 days on the same charge. I believe they claim to get you 22 hours of battery life from the case and it sounds about right. Mine are still kicking strong after about 8-10 hours of use. All in all, if you are looking at these and they are on your shortlist I would recommend them. I like that the case is small and fits in any pocket. The earbuds are very comfortable, have excellent noise cancellation and battery life is great and most importantly they are water / sweat proof and they come with a 2 year warranty. (If I’m not mistaken) Unheard of when it comes to earbuds.
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Immerse yourself in the action with the supercharged, ultra-rugged SanDisk Professional PRO-G40 SSD. Built for compatibility with both Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.2 Gen 2, this versatile drive enables you to efficiently collaborate across devices. Sustaining speeds up to 2700MB/s1 read and 1900MB/s1 write via Thunderbolt 3, the PRO-G40 SSD will power through your most demanding workflows. Bring this ultra-durable drive wherever your vision takes you– its 3m drop and 4000lb. crush resistance along with an IP68 dust- and water-resistant rating help withstand the elements in just about every location.
Customer Rating
5
Edit your videos in a flash
on March 9, 2023
Posted by: Ponskippa
I've been using the SanDisk Professional G40 SSD for the last few days to edit personal vlog videos and photo editing. I can honestly say that I am very impressed with the speeds of this drive when connected to my 14" MacBook Pro with M1 Pro chip. You'll need thunderbolt 3 or better to get the most out of this drive so keep that in mind! I recently purchased a mirrorless camera that is capable of shooting 6K video and 4k 60 at full sensor size. I'm no Pro when it comes to editing, it's a hobby for me. So I can only mention how it performed when using it with iMovie. I imported a couple of video clips at 4K 30fps, about 5 gb worth of video onto the drive to edit into a short 3 minute video. It processed and exported the 3 minute video in seconds! I looked away for a moment, 10 seconds tops and it was done! I couldn't believe it. The exported file was Apple ProRes. I typically don't edit and share long format videos, so I can't comment on how long it would take to process and export say.. a 20 minute video. But I think it is safe to say that (if you are using one of the new MacBook Pros with Apple silicon and have thunderbolt 3/4.. it will only take a couple of minutes to do the work for you.
The drive is very rugged, it has a rubber silicone feeling back and a metal plate on top. I did not test its water resistance lol.. But it is ip68 rated, so it should survive a drop into a shallow puddle or some mud if you're clumsy and for some reason juggling this drive outside. My only complaint is that I wish the included USB C cable was just a little longer. I've attached some test speeds and it seems to have exceeded the advertised write speeds. Would I recommend this drive? Most definitely. If you're a content creator, You know that time is very valuable when it comes to editing. This drive will save you lots of time over its lifetime. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to edit photos and videos. Professional or hobbyist. It comes with a 5 year warranty, that is great for an External SSD.
The drive is very rugged, it has a rubber silicone feeling back and a metal plate on top. I did not test its water resistance lol.. But it is ip68 rated, so it should survive a drop into a shallow puddle or some mud if you're clumsy and for some reason juggling this drive outside. My only complaint is that I wish the included USB C cable was just a little longer. I've attached some test speeds and it seems to have exceeded the advertised write speeds. Would I recommend this drive? Most definitely. If you're a content creator, You know that time is very valuable when it comes to editing. This drive will save you lots of time over its lifetime. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to edit photos and videos. Professional or hobbyist. It comes with a 5 year warranty, that is great for an External SSD.
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LG OLED picture + UltraGear speed. Experience unparalleled gaming performance with the 27” QHD LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor. Get the picture quality of LG OLED, with the speed of a serious gaming monitor. Stay a step ahead of the competition with a 240HZ refresh rate and .03ms response time that will bring you into the game like never before.
Customer Rating
5
OLED - The best way to experience your games
on March 3, 2023
Posted by: Ponskippa
I've had the pleasure of gaming with this monitor over the last week with my PS5, Xbox Series X and PC. When I first set it up, the first thing I set up was my PS5 and I was immediately amazed by the colors and contrast straight out of the box. I loaded Spiderman Miles Morales and it just pops on this monitor. This monitor pairs very nicely with a PS5, it automatically set up the best refresh rates and 1440 resolution. Like others have mentioned, the monitor is a little dim (compared to IPS or VA panels) but it isn't so dim that I have a hard time gaming on it. But that being said, I usually do most of my gaming later in the evening after work and tasks I had planned for the day. So I usually have my monitor set to a lower brightness anyway because maxing out screen brightness tends to hurt my eyes after extended periods. Gaming with the monitor with the lights on or with natural light coming through hasn't been an issue for me either. The antireflective coating does a great job during daytime and under room lights. Do I wish it was just a little bit brighter? Yes, but I'm sure LG has a good reason for limiting the brightness on this screen. Perhaps to prevent burn in?
Most importantly.. Response times on this monitor are amongst the best Ive ever gamed on. I have not noticed any ghosting, tearing or input lag at all. Whether gaming on a next gen console, or gaming PC.
I play alot of racing games and competitive multiplayer games, so the fast refresh rates are a must for me. If you play any racing, fighting or shooting game, You have to game on a monitor with fast refresh rates. If you are turned off by the fact that it isn't 4k, Trust me when I say that being able to game at 120-240hz @ 1440p is a much better upgrade then gaming @ 4K and 60hz.
I play alot of racing games and competitive multiplayer games, so the fast refresh rates are a must for me. If you play any racing, fighting or shooting game, You have to game on a monitor with fast refresh rates. If you are turned off by the fact that it isn't 4k, Trust me when I say that being able to game at 120-240hz @ 1440p is a much better upgrade then gaming @ 4K and 60hz.
Colors and Contrast ratio on this monitor are Amazing! The best I've ever gamed on. It definitely beats gaming on an IPS or VA panel for me. Blacks are Deep Black, and colors are perfectly saturated to my eyes.
Hardware - The stand is very sturdy and easy to put together. The Display also snaps on quite quickly and easily. There is only one button on the bottom that doesn't toggle many settings in the menu, but it comes with a remote which has been very easy and convenient to use. Make sure you don't lose it! Because I haven't found anyway to change some other settings with just the button. It has two HDMI 2.1 ports, a display port, an AUX (headphone ) port and Optical Audio port! I love love love that it has optical audio. My small bedroom sound bar only has optical audio jack so I can now hook that up to my monitor for gaming and movie watching. The "hexagram" lighting on the back is a pretty cool feature. Not necessary but It definitely sets the mood and helps my eyes stay adjusted for late night gaming.
Display size - At 27" I thought I might regret "downsizing" from a 32" but honestly I think I light gaming on a 27" better. I sit at a desk even when gaming on a console, so this size is like the goldilocks size. I can sit close and not feel overwhelmed. I found myself having to scoot back a little sometimes when gaming on my 32". 1440 resolution looks very good at this size.
Would I recommend this monitor? If you have the means, by all means. Splurge and treat yourself to this amazing monitor. I honestly feel like OLED is the future and best way to experience video games and movies. I think You'll love it as much as I do.
If I had any negatives to say about it, I would say is the max brightness. I don't know what the specs are. I tried looking online for info. Some say 200 nits, and others say 400 nits max. To my eyes, it looks about 300ish nits. But the positives of this monitor definitely make it worth your money.
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Peace of Mind in a world full of Scammers/Hackers
on January 5, 2023
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You can never be too careful these days with your personal data, credit and financial information. There are so many scammers and data phishers out there in the wild.I just had my LifeLock subscription activated recently and I was immediately informed that my SSN was detected on the Dark Web Black Market way back in 2015! Although, it did not specifically say where and what exactly happened. Even though I was alerted by that, I am glad to know that there hasn't been any personal info found on the dark web in recent years. Anyway.. this Norton Lifelock Standard plan provides dark web monitoring, ID Theft protection, 10 GB of cloud storage, a privacy monitor, a VPN, and device security. I have a MacBook Pro, and the software required to use some of the services was easily downloaded and installed. Norton makes it very simple to log in and check for any alerts and manage your account through their website. You will manage majority of the services through the Norton website. It is very cool, the service will monitor your credit cards, bank account, SSN, Drivers License, Address, Name, email, and even your Gamer Tag! It has you covered from literally ever angle. You can also freeze your credit and cards through the service. The website is very easy to navigate and pretty self explanatory. I was able to get all my info inputed and up and running in about 10 minutes. I think Norton provides an excellent service with this plan, and I highly recommend it if you want some peace of mind. Many websites have been hacked in recent times, and your personal data is out there for the world to get their hands on. I trust it to monitor my info and alert me as soon as anything sketchy happens! 5 Stars, You should definitely invest in this service.
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From simple tweaks to advanced artistic options and adjustments, it’s never been easier to create photos you’ll love to share. Bring motion to your photos with Adobe Sensei AI*, add peek-through overlays, and showcase your photos with new collage and slideshow templates. Plus, go beyond your desktop with new web and mobile companion apps (English-only beta), and enjoy faster installation and performance plus Apple M1 chip support. You’ll find all your photo essentials in this easy picture editor.
Customer Rating
5
Great software for learning how to edit photos
on November 20, 2022
Posted by: Ponskippa
I’ll start my review by mentioning that I’m a long time “amateur” photographer. I’ve owned several cameras in my lifetime and way back in like 2006/2007 I used to use photoshop quite often. Not sure what version it was but I had learned quite a bit by chatting with people online about how to use it. Anyway, fast forward to 2022. I hadn’t used photoshop in years. I forgot how to use photoshop and even though there’s a plethora of information on the internet now and countless tutorials on YouTube on how to use various software. You still need to make time and research what exactly you wanna learn. This was my first try with photoshop elements and It didn’t take me long time find my way around the software. It gives you separate tabs and categories on types of edits which make it quick and easy. There is also a “pro” mode for those of you who want to edit a photo without using presets. I do find many of the presets to be kind of tacky and unreal looking. So having the ability to edit a photo and just tweak the exposure and contrast is nice. I didn’t find myself editing photos too often lately because it is so time consuming. I got into the habit of just pointing and clicking. “Probably my iPhones fault”. But I’m being honest when I say that playing around with photoshop elements this past few days has sparked my interest and creativity in photography again. I used to love to sit and edit photos, it was fun finding out new tricks with photoshop. So this version of elements kind of made photo editing fun for me again. My favorite function so far has to be the object removal feature. It is so smart and easy to use. I’ll share a photo below of a photo I used it with. There is so much stuff to do with the software that it would probably take me all night to mention it all. Would I recommend it? Im going to say yes. Especially if you are just starting to learn photoshop and would like to upgrade to full photoshop later. This is a great way to learn and get started. It has so many useful features as well as a organizer / gallery for going back and forth between edits.
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Jabra Enhance™ Plus wireless earbuds have been engineered for advanced medical-grade hearing enhancement for your conversations, music, and calls. (iPhone only, not Android compatible) As part of GN – the only company in the world with consumer, professional, and medical-grade sound all under one roof – we have a team of expert engineers crafting the world’s leading hearing aids. Now, we’re leveraging that wealth of knowledge to launch our first ever medical-grade hearing enhancement and earbud hybrid. At 40% smaller than our current smallest earbuds*, with four built-in microphones and powerful speakers, these buds are for mild to moderate hearing loss, and specifically engineered to enhance the way you hear everything – from in-person conversations to calls, music, and media. They’re a ground-breaking achievement in miniaturization, 150 years in the making. Now you can focus on what you want to listen to, without just turning up the volume.
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4
Voice and Ambient sound enhancing
on November 8, 2022
Posted by: Ponskippa
I want to start my review by giving you a little backstory / status of my current hearing. I’m 38 years old, I’ve been attending concerts since I was about 15 years old. Even attended some at a younger age. I played guitar in a band in my early 20s for a couple of years. I still play guitar at loud volumes, still attend concerts. And now I work at an airport, around loud airplanes with jet engines. Noise levels easily reach 100+ decibels in my work area. I take a hearing exam every year and I have mild hearing loss, specifically in my left ear. My right ear is still mostly okay. But my left ear has tinnitus and peoples voices sound like chipmunks on my left ear when I hold a phone up to it to talk. Even with headphones. I think I’ve lost the ability to hear certain frequencies in my left ear. Could be the tinnitus that drowns them out. Anyway I can’t hear crickets, toads at night out of my left ear. When I talk to my girlfriend on the phone I have to use my right ear. And when we are watching movies or just having a normal conversation while taking a stroll I have a hard time hearing her sometimes if she is walking to the left of me. Okay, on to my review sorry. I’m going to call these earbuds “hearing enhancers”. I’ve never used any actual prescribed or doctor recommended hearing aids so I can’t speak about the effectiveness in medical grade terms. Since I don’t have severe hearing loss yet. I just need a little boost to my hearing, especially in the left side. I would say that they help a bit, especially when out on a walk, or in an crowded environment. I am able to hear voices a little clearer. I tested it by only using the left earbuds for a while, and I found that using them both at the same time works best even though my hearing is good on my right ear. So whenever I am going to use these, I just put them both in so that they can do their thing in tandem. The Jabra enhance app gives you a hearing test when you first set these up. So it will adjust each earbud accordingly. I thought that was pretty neat. The app also allows you to adjust the volume, and choose three different sound settings. There is “focus”, “adaptive” and surround. I chose adaptive since I will be using them in different scenarios. I keep the volume at the default 7. Are these life changing for me? I’m going to say No. I think I was expecting to miraculously be able to hear the frequencies I can’t hear anymore. Do they help me hear better? Yeah, for the most part. I don’t say Huh, to my friends and relatives as often when using these while having conversations lol. If I had to describe what these sound / work like. I would say it kind of reminds me of the “live hearing” mode that iPhones have when using AirPods. Everything sounds a little digitally artificial to me with these on. And I think that was what let me down. Yes I can hear voices louder and clearer, but I can also hear someone crunching their food a lot louder than I need to lol. I think perhaps I need to tweak some settings in the conversation filter section of the app. I’m still fiddling / trying different modes and settings as I go. I do like that I don’t have to take these out of my ears when I want to listen to a YouTube video or music. Or if I get a phone call. I can just keep these on and do what I gotta do. The earbuds will play music and media while still filtering in ambient noise and voices. Pretty cool! Obviously music isn’t going to sound the best with these, but that’s not what they are intended to do. Would I recommend these to someone with severe hearing loss? I don’t know honestly. I would most definitely ask your doctor. These aren’t perfect, and I’m not sure I can say that they will miraculously return a deaf man’s hearing. But as a person with mild hearing loss in one ear, they work for me. I am happy to be able to have a conversation without asking people to repeat themselves as often. I don’t find myself having to lean down and closer to my girlfriend when talking to her when we are out on a walk or sitting in a restaurant. I don’t keep them in all the time, because i spend a lot of time in loud environments. But when I need to be able to hear a person clearer, i pop these in. I like the style and design of them, people don’t ask me many questions about them especially in public. They look like regular earbuds, only smaller. They are comfortable for long periods of use and battery life is excellent. I haven’t charged the case in about 4 days and the battery is still going.
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Keep your screen ultra-protected from the hardest falls with the Insignia NS-14ARGLS3 Anti-Reflective Glass Screen Protector for iPhone 14, 13, and 13 Pro (3-Pack). Made of thin, .33 mm tempered glass, this screen protector will fit most cases and will fully protect your screen with edge-to-edge coverage. It has anti-reflective technology that provides extreme clarity in strong outdoor light and eliminates other lighting impacts. Its 9H hardness rating protects your screen from everyday accidental falls and won’t affect the sensitivity of your touchscreen, granting you total control so you can continue playing games, scrolling online and more. It also includes everything you need for easy application, ensuring a bubble-free appearance. Improve the way you protect and view your screen with this Insignia glass screen protector.
Customer Rating
5
Easy to install, high quality glass
on November 4, 2022
Posted by: Ponskippa
We all know the market is flooded with screen protectors. Some are “cheaper” than others. I know many people sometimes don’t want to spend a whole lot to protect the device they just spent hundreds of dollars on. But don’t want to skimp out and get a cheap protector that either is going to look bad or not provide much protection. Best Buy’s in house Insignia brand now has these screen protectors for iPhones. I’m the type that will change out a screen protector after only a 2/3 months. I like the feeling of a brand new smooth glass screen protector on my phone. Insignia provides you with three screen protectors in the box. I messed up on my first installation attempt, so I used a second one to perfect it. I have OCD, I can’t stand seeing lint under the glass so I had to remove it and try again. I’m glad they include 3 glass protectors in the box. It also comes with 3 packs of cleaning wipes, dust removal stickers and microfiber cleaning cloths. The cloth is a little on the cheap end, as are the wipes but I just appreciate the fact that the come included. It also comes with a guide frame to help install the screen protector. It makes installation quick and easy. The glass itself feels very smooth. Almost like the glass of the iPhone itself. I believe it has an oleophobic coating to keep your finger oils off the glass. It isn’t perfect but it certainly helps. I use the included cloth to give it a quick wipe down from time to time. The screen protectors are case friendly and you should have no issue using them with any case. The glass has a large cutout where the speaker grill and Face ID sensors are so keep that in mind. I don’t really notice the “anti reflective” properties they claim on the box, but glass is glass. And it’s obviously going to have some reflection to natural and artificial light. Would I recommend these? For sure. They are a very good option for screen protectors. They come with three, in case you mess up in the installation or if it cracks on you. They are high quality and don’t degrade the screen quality of my iPhone 13 Pro. I don’t know how long these will last me, but they’re so affordable, I have no problem buying more in a few months.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The ROCCAT Kone Pro Air Ergonomic Optical Performance Wireless Gaming Mouse with RGB Lighting is the first ever wireless Kone, and the result of over 14 years of devoted craftmanship. It is the most advanced gaming mouse we’ve ever created. After meticulous global research into hand sizes and grip styles, the result is one shape to fit any hand. It’s the iconic Kone shape, perfected. Providing supreme comfort without compromising on performance, the feeling of using the Kone Pro Air is unrivalled. It seamlessly fuses with your hand, virtually disappearing, keeping you focused and immersed. The Kone Pro Air utilizes our advanced Titan Switch Optical. With a satisfying and responsive tactile click, it’s reliable, fast, and durable. No double-click issues and no learning curve. Thanks to advancements in our extreme lightweight engineering, the Kone Pro Air weighs in at just 75g. The ROCCAT Bionic Shell keeps the weight down and provides a comfortable and consistent surface, whilst keeping dust and dirt out. It transitions into a beautiful translucent finish on the main buttons, allowing vivid AIMO 16.8 color RGB lighting to shine through, creating the signature look. The Kone Pro Air features our state-of-the-art 19K DPI Owl-Eye Sensor which delivers incredible responsiveness and precision. It also utilizes the ROCCAT USB-C PhantomFlex charging cable, which virtually disappears when in use – no friction, no distractions. Everything rests on our best-in-class pure PTFE heat-treated skates. They offer sublime glide right out of the box, with a spare pair thrown in for good measure.
Does this work with OSX/ Macbook Pro 2019?
yes. It should. I use it with my M1 MacBook Pro via bluetooth connection. It works great. I even use it to play games with Google Stadia on it.
2 years, 11 months ago
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Ponskippa
The Blue Pure 411 Auto air purifier takes a simple approach to smart air quality management with an integrated particle sensor, Auto mode setting, and LED air quality display. The ENERGY STAR certified air purifier delivers high performance with one-button control and customizable pre-filter colors in a lightweight, compact package. Independently evaluated and third-party tested for performance as part of the AHAM Verifide® Program for room air cleaners, this air purifier has a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 132 for fine smoke particles, 96 for pollen particles, and 107 for dust particles. Recommended for small rooms like nurseries, guest bedrooms, and home offices with a 360° air intake to completely filters room air about every 12.5 minutes (approx. 4.8x an hour at 190 ft²) on the highest speed. The 3-step combination particle + carbon filter works with Blueair's HEPASilent™ filtration technology to remove 99.97% of airborne particles down to 0.1 microns, like pollen, pet dander, mold, bacteria, viruses⁰ and more, while an additional layer of activated coconut carbon traps light household odors. The one-touch enabled Auto mode is designed to help you maintain a comfortable and safe home environment. When enabled, the setting automatically adjusts to real-time conditions reported by the integrated particle sensor. Stay up to date on your air quality with the LED display; it changes color to indicate good, moderate, or poor. Blue Pure 411 Auto quietly cleans the air with less noise than a soft whisper⁶ on low (18 dB) and up to a normal conversation on high (48 dB) – while using less energy than a light bulb (2-10 W) on all speeds.⁷ Change color in seconds with five fabric pre-filter options inspired by Scandinavian nature. The fabric material of the pre-filter catches larger particles and extends the life of the primary filter. Plus, a hidden compartment in the fabric pre-filter keeps the power cord hidden out of sight. Vacuum the fabric or toss it in the washing machine whenever it needs cleaning. Pre-filter in Arctic Trail (gray) included; Additional colors available for purchase. At Blueair, our Swedish heritage inspires sustainability and quality at the heart of everything we do. All Blueair purifiers are AHAM Verifide® for Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) and given a recommended room size, certified by ENERGY STAR for energy efficiency and the California EPA Air Resources Board (CARB) for safe ozone emissions. ⁰This air purifier not been tested against Coronavirus, and Blueair does not claim to capture, remove, or kill 2019-nCoV. ⁶Sound pressure according to GB/T18801 & GB4214.1 ⁷Tested according to GB/T18801-2015 standard. ""Light bulb"" defined as an LED light bulb with 40 W energy consumption
i have copd and alergys is this the right one for me
I suffer from allergies year round here in Texas, it is currently mountain cedar season which normally brings a bad cough, stuffy nose and severe itchy eyes for me.
I'm convinced that this air purifier has helped me a lot. I can sleep without my usually stuffy nose.
I'm convinced that this air purifier has helped me a lot. I can sleep without my usually stuffy nose.
3 years, 4 months ago
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Ponskippa
Go Epic! Enjoy an epic viewing experience with the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 Smart Streaming Laser Projector. Whether you’re binge-watching your favorite TV shows or hosting an outdoor movie night, the portable Epson EpiqVision EF12 Streaming Laser Projector makes it easy to stream bright images from virtually anywhere in your home, even outside. Featuring built-in Android TV and wireless connectivity, the Epson EpiqVision EF12 Streaming Laser Projector gives you seamless access to popular streaming services including Hulu, HBO and YouTube, right out of the box. Simply power on the projector and start streaming your favorite content up to an epic 150" – no screen required. Epson has partnered with Yamaha to create a unique audio experience unlike anything it its class. Developed exclusively for the Epson EpiqVision EF12 Streaming Laser Projector, Yamaha’s leading Acoustic Engineers designed a unique sound system to deliver a true audiophile performance. Designed within a custom 3D Acoustic Enclosure, two high-end Yamaha drivers are powered by a discrete amplifier and tuned, using Yamaha’s latest AudioEngine™ DSP technology to produce an impressive, wide sound stage that rivals dedicated higher-end audio systems and soundbars.
Why no Prime Video and Netflix apps? Having to add a streaming stick to the HDMI port seems redundant, why are the apps not available on this platform?
I agree that it is a little annoying that app support for prime and Netflix is missing, I’m not sure why this is the case. I think Netflix has to certify devices before they can run the app. Hopefully Epson will update this in a future firmware update.
3 years, 5 months ago
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Ponskippa
Refreshed and ready to take its rightful spot atop a new generation of consoles, the Turtle Beach® Stealth™ 600 Gen 2 is the successor to the best-selling wireless gaming headset for PS5™, PS4™ & PS4™ Pro. The Stealth™ 600 Gen 2 wireless gaming headset is enhanced with a host of upgrades, including a larger high-sensitivity flip-to-mute mic that delivers improved chat clarity and now seamlessly integrates into the headset when muted. The headband and hinge design have been reinforced for added long-term durability, and soft, glasses-friendly ear cushions provide plush comfort while refined 50mm speakers produce high-quality, immersive sound and are optimized to unleash the power of Sony 3D Audio on PS5™. A user-friendly audio preset button on the headset allows for easy access to customize audio, and gamers can still count on Turtle Beach’s Superhuman Hearing® for an audio advantage on the battlefield. Finally, connectivity is made easy with the included, mini-USB Transmitter that wirelessly connects from your PlayStation® console to headset.
How is the mic monitoring? Is it loud enough? The gen 1’s had pretty quiet mic monitoring, did they improve upon that or is it the same?
It is great, and it’s my favorite feature about this headset. You can adjust the monitoring volume with a slider on the left ear cup on the fly.
3 years, 8 months ago
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Ponskippa
Refreshed and ready to take its rightful spot atop a new generation of consoles, the Turtle Beach® Stealth™ 600 Gen 2 is the successor to the best-selling wireless gaming headset for PS5™, PS4™ & PS4™ Pro. The Stealth™ 600 Gen 2 wireless gaming headset is enhanced with a host of upgrades, including a larger high-sensitivity flip-to-mute mic that delivers improved chat clarity and now seamlessly integrates into the headset when muted. The headband and hinge design have been reinforced for added long-term durability, and soft, glasses-friendly ear cushions provide plush comfort while refined 50mm speakers produce high-quality, immersive sound and are optimized to unleash the power of Sony 3D Audio on PS5™. A user-friendly audio preset button on the headset allows for easy access to customize audio, and gamers can still count on Turtle Beach’s Superhuman Hearing® for an audio advantage on the battlefield. Finally, connectivity is made easy with the included, mini-USB Transmitter that wirelessly connects from your PlayStation® console to headset.
Can you control the volume from the head phones when playing on the PS4? I know the Void RGB elites from Corsair you can’t.
Yes you can, there is a volume rocker on the left earcup for volume adjusting on the fly.
3 years, 8 months ago
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Ponskippa
Refreshed and ready to take its rightful spot atop a new generation of consoles, the Turtle Beach® Stealth™ 600 Gen 2 is the successor to the best-selling wireless gaming headset for PS5™, PS4™ & PS4™ Pro. The Stealth™ 600 Gen 2 wireless gaming headset is enhanced with a host of upgrades, including a larger high-sensitivity flip-to-mute mic that delivers improved chat clarity and now seamlessly integrates into the headset when muted. The headband and hinge design have been reinforced for added long-term durability, and soft, glasses-friendly ear cushions provide plush comfort while refined 50mm speakers produce high-quality, immersive sound and are optimized to unleash the power of Sony 3D Audio on PS5™. A user-friendly audio preset button on the headset allows for easy access to customize audio, and gamers can still count on Turtle Beach’s Superhuman Hearing® for an audio advantage on the battlefield. Finally, connectivity is made easy with the included, mini-USB Transmitter that wirelessly connects from your PlayStation® console to headset.
How is the mic monitoring? Is it loud enough? The gen 1’s had pretty quiet mic monitoring, did they improve upon that or is it the same?
It is great and the headset has an adjustable volume rocker for it. It’s my favorite thing about this headset.
3 years, 8 months ago
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Ponskippa
Hear all your games in high-quality sound with this JLab Play wireless gaming headset. With an increased mid to high frequency response and super-low 60 ms latency, this headset is able to deliver clear vocals and enhance spatial awareness without lag. JLab’s Play wireless gaming headset delivers over 22 hours of playtime and compatibility with PCs, consoles and mobile devices to handle every session.
Is it compatible with ps4 & xbox?
yes, the headset comes with a cable that will connect to your playstation 4 or xbox controller for audio / chat
3 years, 9 months ago
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Ponskippa
GE Appliances is dedicated to providing the right solutions for rooms of any size. Our window air conditioners are designed to offer exceptional comfort while the features make products versatile and easy to use.This 6,000 BTU window air conditioner cools small rooms up to 250 square feet. Energy efficient cooling with 3 cooling and 3 fan speeds provide flexible and optimal home comfort. Electronic controls with included remote make it easy to adjust and manage your settings from anywhere in your room. This AC installs easily in a double hung window with included EZ Mount window kit and fixed chassis. Additional features like eco mode, power interruption restart, 24-hour on/off timer, and removable filter offer ease of use and maintenance.
How much does this unit weigh? Manufacturers should include that on their specifications.
I would guess maybe about 40/50 lbs. It’s not very heavy. I was able to lift it by myself.
4 years ago
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Ponskippa
GE Appliances is dedicated to providing the right solutions for rooms of any size. Our window air conditioners are designed to offer exceptional comfort while the features make products versatile and easy to use.This 6,000 BTU window air conditioner cools small rooms up to 250 square feet. Energy efficient cooling with 3 cooling and 3 fan speeds provide flexible and optimal home comfort. Electronic controls with included remote make it easy to adjust and manage your settings from anywhere in your room. This AC installs easily in a double hung window with included EZ Mount window kit and fixed chassis. Additional features like eco mode, power interruption restart, 24-hour on/off timer, and removable filter offer ease of use and maintenance.
Does this item comes with window mounting kit?
It comes with everything you need to install it yes. No support bracket for the outside though. This particular unit is small, you’ll be fine with the included tools.
4 years ago
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Ponskippa
Listen to your favorite albums and audiobooks on the go with this Memorex portable CD player. The 40-second anti-skip protection function for CDs ensures smooth, uninterrupted listening, while the dynamic bass boost system delivers rich sound. This Bluetooth Memorex portable CD player features an LCD screen and digital control buttons for conveniently choosing tracks and adjusting volume.
does the player have a connection wire for a USB port in a car.
No but it does have an auxiliary port if your car has one. This CD player will also pair to your cars Bluetooth system.
4 years, 1 month ago
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Ponskippa