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Anker Soundcore Rave Neo Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Lights, BassUp Technology, Sync 100+ Speakers, 18H Playtime
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
I was looking forward to this speaker, but found myself a little disappointed with the sound. Grant it I am a bit picky when it comes to sound quality. Too much mid tones on my opinion.
Sounds best at about 1/2 volume.
Sounds best at about 1/2 volume.
Here are my pro's and cons:
PRO:
Nice waterproof rating
Nice handle
Build quality feels good
Battery life
Fun lights
EQ (part of smart phone app)
PRO:
Nice waterproof rating
Nice handle
Build quality feels good
Battery life
Fun lights
EQ (part of smart phone app)
CONS:
Sound quality just okay.
No separate power cord (must us USB cord)
Sound quality just okay.
No separate power cord (must us USB cord)
I was more impressed with the smaller Flare speaker to be honest.
Of course if your intent is to play at higher volume by a pool perhaps, then this may work fine. Probably perfectly fine kids, but if you are looking for high sound quality, well..... you get what your pay for.
Of course if your intent is to play at higher volume by a pool perhaps, then this may work fine. Probably perfectly fine kids, but if you are looking for high sound quality, well..... you get what your pay for.
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Keep your devices powered on the go with the Belkin BOOSTCHARGE 24W Dual USB-A Port Car Charger. It boasts two 12W USB A Ports, both of which support simultaneous fast charging for all devices that charge using a USB-A cable. This 24 watt car charger is capable of charging up to two devices 1.5x faster than a standard 5 watt charger, with each port offering up to 12 watts of power. The BOOSTCHARGE 24w Dual Port Car Charger features an LED light, indicating whether or not your charger is connected to a power source. Optimized to charge all USB-A compatible devices faster than a standard 5w Charger. Compatible with Apple iPhone 14, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone XR, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, HTC U12+, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10, Google Pixel 3 XL, Google Pixel 3, iPad Pro (12.9") 2nd Gen, iPad Pro (10.5"), Huawei Mate 20, Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Huawei P30/P30 Pro, Sony Xperia XZ2
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
The Belkin - Dual USB-A Car Charger is your average charger.
It does the job of charging my S20 and it is nice to have 2 ports.
Overall it works well, However, the fit is a bit sloppy. It can be pulled out of the socket with a slight tug.
It does the job of charging my S20 and it is nice to have 2 ports.
Overall it works well, However, the fit is a bit sloppy. It can be pulled out of the socket with a slight tug.
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Rest easy knowing your home is protected, whether you're there or away with Arlo Pro 4. With no wires, your camera connects directly to your Wi-Fi network so you can easily install in minutes. Spot unique details with color night vision, and see more in dark areas with the integrated spotlight. The advanced lens provides superior image quality and a wider field of view, and allows you to track and zoom on moving objects with clarity. Hear and speak to visitors clearly with two-way audio. Receive notifications and view videos that tell you a package, person, vehicle or even an animal is detected, so you can take quick action like phone a friend, sound an alarm or call emergency services with included trial of Arlo Secure. Personalize what you get notified for and create custom activity zones to ensure you only get alerts for what matters, reducing those that are less important. Arlo Secure includes cloud recordings of video clips at 2K or lower resolution for 30 days. Renewal of an Arlo Secure plan is required to maintain Arlo Secure features, including cloud storage and activity zones.
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
All the same great features of the Pro 3 but now you can connect direct to Wi-Fi.
What this means is if you do not want to buy a kit with the hub, or you need to mount it far away from your hub which may provide a weaker signal, then this is for you. Now you are not limited to the distance from your hub, but rather the distance from your home/business Wi-Fi.
If the distance is not an issue and you plan on using with the hub, then the Pro 3 would work fine for you as well.
I tested the new Pro 4 both as a straight Wi-Fi connection and then also through the hub. I noticed that when you create an activity zone when connected straight to Wi-Fi you are limited to drawing a square or rectangle, but when connecting through the hub I can draw any shape of activity zone I desire.
Battery life is determined and how much the camera is activated both during the day and at night which also used the LED light.
I get a few months out of my PRO 3 cameras on the front porch which get less activity and maybe 1-1.5 months from the camera facing my driveway which detects more traffic as this is the main entry point of our house.
It was easy to add this camera to my system. Simply opened my Arlo app on my android device, went to devices, chose ‘Add Device’, Choose ‘Camera’, Choose my Pro 4, then follow the instructions. You will get a QR code that displays on your phone that you simply hold up to the camera about 8 inches away for the App to find and connect the camera. User friendly interface.
The only con that I have with these cameras is when you are in live stream mode, there does seem to be at about a 5 second delay from a person's movement to actually seeing that movement on my viewing device. That also makes audio back and forth delayed as well. Hopefully, this will be tightened up with software in time.
The Arlo Pro 4 comes with a magnetic mount. Works well at most angles, but the way mine is angled it feels a little loose. It has not moved yet and is somewhat protected by my porch so I do not foresee it being an issue, but you may need to test before mounting.
Overall, the Arlo units are top notch cameras with a great interface. The cost to monitor and keep 30 days of history is reasonable as well.
I have recommended to neighbors and friends.
I have recommended to neighbors and friends.
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KLH Fusion True Wireless premium high-fidelity sound headphones with 4 Knowles MEMS/Smart Microphones that recognize voice commands without a wake up word. You can answer calls, play music, adjust volume all hands free. USB-C and Wireless charging.
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
I had never heard of this brand before. I was a little skeptical to try any in-ear headphones again since they never seem to stay in my ears. TO MY SURPRISE THESE FIT AND STAY IN..
at first I thought the sound quality wasn't that great until I put the larger size adapter on the earbud and properly placed it in my ear, sound is very good after proper placement.
at first I thought the sound quality wasn't that great until I put the larger size adapter on the earbud and properly placed it in my ear, sound is very good after proper placement.
Bluetooth connection and range are very good.
The touch commands work well, except for volume. The instructions say you can turn the volume up with touching the right earbud and down with touching the left earbud and I have not gotten that to work (-1 star). However they do have voice commands that work without pressing any buttons. Those seem to work pretty great.
Overall I must say I am very pleased with sound quality, battery life and fit. Call quality is great as well.
I find myself grabbing these before the big Brand name headphones I own.
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Crush ice in less than 10 seconds.* Discover a world of new tastes and healthy possibilities with the perfect ice-crushing blender for your best tasting smoothie. This blender features an optimally-designed ice-crush setting, or choose any one of the 3 speed options, for your perfect blend no matter the ingredients. In addition to the 48-oz blender jar, this blender comes equipped with 2 dual-purpose personal blender jars, to first blend your smoothie, and then convert to an on-the-go container. *Half tray of ice.
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
Wow, this this blender knows how to blend.
First thing I blended was ice. It made it into a nice even powder
First thing I blended was ice. It made it into a nice even powder
The unit is made of plastic whish surprised me a little, but it does feel well made and I am sure helps with the weight of the unit.
You have 3 speeds + ice crush selection. The settings 1-3 will ramp up to speed to prevent splashing etc.
The main blender jar has nice measurement marking on each side of the handle. The base has a notch so you can only place into the base unit one way. The motor to jar connection is a large gear assembly that
The top fits very tight, nothing coming out one you secure. They top also has a center lid that you can remove by turning ½ turn counterclockwise. This is great for adding ingredients without the need to remove the large cover.
The small personal jars are easy to use as well. You simply fill your jar with ingredients, spin on the jar blender attachment and place on blender base. After blended, simply unscrew your blender unit and screw on the jar top for drinking. Great for quick smoothie or protein drink on the go.
Oh, and another nice touch is that built into the removable cap is 1 oz. / 1.5 oz. measuring shot. Great for adding a shot of your favorite alcohol to that smoothie.
All in all, this is a nice addition to the kitchen and bar. Since it is KitchenAid I expect it to last a long time.
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Experience Wi-Fi 6—the new standard for home wifi. The 3-pack Wi-Fi 6 system supports speeds up to 500 Mbps and coverage up to 5,000 square feet—so you can say goodbye to dead spots and buffering. Work, play, video conference, and stream from anywhere in your home. Set up eero in minutes and get automatic updates, a built-in Zigbee smart home hub, and more. Powered by TrueMesh, eero optimizes your wifi to work for your space and supports 75+ devices.
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
So far so good.
Install was easy. Simply disconnect your current router, unplug your current modem and download the eero application to your mobile device or tablet and follow the instructions.
Once set up, the eero app interface shows all connected hubs and all connected device in a clean list. You can customize the name all the devices as well. The app also provides an Activity tab that shows speed and data usage along with security scan info and threats blocked (when subscribed to the security offering). You do get a 30-day trial offer from the time of set-up.
I have 200MB internet service and get 100MB – 200MB downloads on all devices.
I must say that in order to review this eero 6 mesh system I was worried that I was downgrading from my Linksys router that was a Tri-band mesh system. To my surprise this Dual-band system works even better than my prior one. I was having trouble with intermittent connections with my prior network…You know the times when your Alex speaker just stops playing music or says ‘trying to connect to the internet’. This TrueMesh System has not lost connection to any device once so far.
I have the main unit in our living room, one in the basement and one in the garage (2,200 sg. ft ranch).
I have the main unit in our living room, one in the basement and one in the garage (2,200 sg. ft ranch).
This router also contains Zigbee. Zigbee is a built in smart home hub within the router. This allows you to connect and control compatible devices on your network with Alexa.
Only Con I find is the lack of ethernet ports. You only get two ethernet ports on the main unit. The other two nodes have no ports. Would be nice to have two ports on each.
Overall though, I am very happy with the 'eero 6' mesh system and would highly recommend it.
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Pure One S11 is a high-performance cordless vacuum. It features iLoop™ Smart Sensor Technology which senses hidden dirt, dust, hair, pollen, and dander, and automatically adjusts suction power in real-time for an effortless cleaning experience. Pure One S11’s full-size multi-tasker power brush ensures you get a deep, thorough clean of carpets, bare floors, fabric, and more. Get up to 130W of suction power in Max mode.
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
The Tineco PureOne is a vacuum I never heard of before giving this one a go.
Pro's:
Auto Sensing
Light Weight
Allergenic
Powerful suction
Auto Sensing
Light Weight
Allergenic
Powerful suction
Con’s:
Does not get completely flat for under low furniture.
Average battery life – only 1 battery included
Cannot clean light weight throw rugs
Does not get completely flat for under low furniture.
Average battery life – only 1 battery included
Cannot clean light weight throw rugs
It is easy to assemble. I also downloaded the Tineco app to my android device to test that out as well.
You can use the app to see the filter life, battery percentage and even history of use. However, I do not see myself using it long term. I would rather see the battery percentage on the unit itself personally.
You can use the app to see the filter life, battery percentage and even history of use. However, I do not see myself using it long term. I would rather see the battery percentage on the unit itself personally.
Thoughts-
Good futuristic looking vacuum with clear plastic used throughout.
On the top is LED display that has a few warning lights, Wi-Fi status and dirt detection ring light.
This outer ring of light starts off blue and changes to red when detecting dirt. For example, if the vac detects a small amount of dirt it will illuminate as light blue from the three o'clock position to the 12:00 o'clock position and red from the 12:00 o'clock position to three o'clock position. The more dirt it detects, the further around the clock it will be red. As it cleans it retracts back to blue.
On normal mode, I had to go over an area 4-6 times to get my carpet completely clean according to the vacuum. I do have dogs so I can kind of understand it. Nice to get an instant visual of how clean your floor is getting.
On the top is LED display that has a few warning lights, Wi-Fi status and dirt detection ring light.
This outer ring of light starts off blue and changes to red when detecting dirt. For example, if the vac detects a small amount of dirt it will illuminate as light blue from the three o'clock position to the 12:00 o'clock position and red from the 12:00 o'clock position to three o'clock position. The more dirt it detects, the further around the clock it will be red. As it cleans it retracts back to blue.
On normal mode, I had to go over an area 4-6 times to get my carpet completely clean according to the vacuum. I do have dogs so I can kind of understand it. Nice to get an instant visual of how clean your floor is getting.
This unit has a lock on the trigger which is a nice touch for larger areas.
This vacuum has a default Auto sensing mode which means it will increase motor speed /suction as needed.
In this mode the unit is very quiet and cleans well. But if you really want the high cleaning power you can press the switch in top to go into Max mode. This is nice for carpet and lots of dirt. Of course, the downfall here is a much-decreased battery time. Normal combined use of carpet and hard floor you probably get 30 to 40 minutes. If you go into Max mode you might get 10 minutes. This unit only comes with 1 battery as well.
The S11 comes with the floor brush with LED lights, crevice tool, mini power brush and 2 in 1 dusting brush.
All Attachments go on and off very easily.
Using the normal floor mode, my initial thought was it felt a couple inches too short. Both my wife and I felt the same way. But I have gotten used to it.
The S11 comes with the floor brush with LED lights, crevice tool, mini power brush and 2 in 1 dusting brush.
All Attachments go on and off very easily.
Using the normal floor mode, my initial thought was it felt a couple inches too short. Both my wife and I felt the same way. But I have gotten used to it.
One drawback to the floor attachment I can find is when you try to lower the unit all the way to the ground to get under a very low area, like under dresser, the head unit will pop up off the floor a bit.
The vacuum is Light and easy to maneuver on most rugs. I had slight push problem on a very short nap Oriental style throw rug in our living area.
I also had trouble cleaning throw rugs in our bathroom. It simply would not work on those. Either too powerful of suction or the design of the roller. It would suck the carpet up then stop the roller.
There is also no switch to turn the roller off.
Using it with all other attachments works very nice. I like the lightweight of this unit. It was nice to take on to the boat to clean the carpet and get the dirt out of all the crevices.
I also had trouble cleaning throw rugs in our bathroom. It simply would not work on those. Either too powerful of suction or the design of the roller. It would suck the carpet up then stop the roller.
There is also no switch to turn the roller off.
Using it with all other attachments works very nice. I like the lightweight of this unit. It was nice to take on to the boat to clean the carpet and get the dirt out of all the crevices.
You must mount the storage dock to charge the unit. I would have liked the option to plug the cord directly to the battery. I ended up mounting the unit on the side of a storage cabinet in my garage. Mounting went mostly well. The only problem I had is I could not attach the accessory mount to the side of the mount as it was mounted too close to the wall. I wish they would have provided the option to mount the accessories to either side of the storage bracket.
This vacuum is equipped with multiple filters. So very environmentally friendly. Nothing but fresh air coming through this unit.
A nice touch is they include a self-cleaning tool that allows you to insert the main filter into an attachment, then attach to the vacuum and run on Max mode to clean.
A nice touch is they include a self-cleaning tool that allows you to insert the main filter into an attachment, then attach to the vacuum and run on Max mode to clean.
Bottom line, I would say this is great as a supplement for quick cleaning of most homes or main vacuum for a small house or apartment with standard carpet / hard floor combination.
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Supercharge workplace efficiency and productivity with the ultra fast WorkForce Pro WF-7840. Offering high-speed wide-format printing, this reliable all-in-one consistently delivers sharp, professional-quality, prints using innovative PrecisionCore Heat-Free Technology™ and vivid DURABrite® Ultra inks. Built from the ground up to meet the demands of fast-paced businesses, the WF-7840 tackles a variety of tasks with wide-format printing up to 13" x 19", auto 2-sided print, copy, scan and fax, a 50-sheet rear tray, and a large, 500-sheet paper capacity. Convenient and easy-to-use, this complete duplex solution offers an abundance of features for simplified operation and navigation, including a 4.3" color touchscreen and wireless setup using mobile devices
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
This Epson WF-7840 is a really great printer.
It really provides all the features you need in an All-in One device.
It really provides all the features you need in an All-in One device.
Setup-
Install the software first so you get all the functionality. Connection options:
1. Wireless router
2. Wi-Fi Direct.
3. Ethernet
4. USB
You can also download the Epson Smart Panel App to take complete control of your printer.
Install the software first so you get all the functionality. Connection options:
1. Wireless router
2. Wi-Fi Direct.
3. Ethernet
4. USB
You can also download the Epson Smart Panel App to take complete control of your printer.
Touch panel –
Nice size touch panel makes engaging with the printer very easy. Menu’s are easy to understand and laid out well.
Nice size touch panel makes engaging with the printer very easy. Menu’s are easy to understand and laid out well.
Copy-
Top document feeder works great to copy multi-page documents.
Copy feature works very great from glass or feeder. I love that I can scan oversize documents as well.
The layout options are endless as well. Print multiple up, book layout, reduce/enlarge and even remove holes feature. This does more than my fancy copier in the office.
Top document feeder works great to copy multi-page documents.
Copy feature works very great from glass or feeder. I love that I can scan oversize documents as well.
The layout options are endless as well. Print multiple up, book layout, reduce/enlarge and even remove holes feature. This does more than my fancy copier in the office.
Scan-
The scanning is incredible. First, you have the option to scan to:
Network Folder, Email, Computer, Memory Device, Cloud or WSD (Web Services for Devices)
With the Epson software on your computer, you simply put the document or photo on the glass and as soon as you start, the software opens on your computer and shows you the progress. You are then given a choice to edit and then Save, attach to email, send to Google Drive, Send to Drop Box, Send to Evernote, Print or send to One Drive.
The scanning is incredible. First, you have the option to scan to:
Network Folder, Email, Computer, Memory Device, Cloud or WSD (Web Services for Devices)
With the Epson software on your computer, you simply put the document or photo on the glass and as soon as you start, the software opens on your computer and shows you the progress. You are then given a choice to edit and then Save, attach to email, send to Google Drive, Send to Drop Box, Send to Evernote, Print or send to One Drive.
Fax-
Sorry, I was unable to test this feature as I no longer have a landline. Who uses fax anyway, right?
Sorry, I was unable to test this feature as I no longer have a landline. Who uses fax anyway, right?
Here is where this printer separates itself from the others. You can print up to 13” x 19” paper on this bad boy. Fantastic feature if you need to be printing larger sheets as I do. I had a need to print 11 x 17 spec sheets for work orders and they are 2 sided. This printer fit the bill perfect.
Two sided printing in one pass. Love it. Printing black over black takes about 17 seconds.
Two sided printing in one pass. Love it. Printing black over black takes about 17 seconds.
Quality of printed document or photos are great!
I also love the power delivery tray. When the unit is power off, or you press a button on the screen, the deliver tray retracts. Then as soon as you send a document, the tray automatically comes out. Nice feature to prevent your documents from landing on the floor when you forget to open the tray all the way. It will even extend further when printing the larger paper size.
I have not had this unit long enough to comment on the ink consumption.
It comes with standard ink cartridges, but I see Epson offers XL size for colors and even XXL for the black. See Epson’s website for pricing.
This is a fairly large printer, but that is kind of what you expect for a printer that can print a 13 x 19 sheet of paper.
It comes with standard ink cartridges, but I see Epson offers XL size for colors and even XXL for the black. See Epson’s website for pricing.
This is a fairly large printer, but that is kind of what you expect for a printer that can print a 13 x 19 sheet of paper.
Overall I really like this printer. Perfect for working from home.
If I had one wish, it would be that it came with refillable ink tanks like some of there other printers.
If I had one wish, it would be that it came with refillable ink tanks like some of there other printers.
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De'Longhi Stilosa 15 Bar Pump Espresso Machine
Customer Rating
5
Mean cup of Cappuccino
on October 14, 2020
Posted by: Mukman
from Mukwonago
I had some help using for the first time since I am not a coffee aficionado
Great packaging so unit arrived is perfect shape..
We did run water through for the unit as described before the 1st batch.
We did run water through for the unit as described before the 1st batch.
What we noticed is it does not come with all the accessories you would typically use. Something to consider as you shop. (Our helper brought their own set and I am sure you can purchase your own online.)
While there is a frothing wand, the cup is not included. I suggest a metal cup with a rubber handle and you need something to put your drink into like a shot glass etc.. The tamp / measuring spoon is an all in one tool and was included. You may also want a thermometer.
While there is a frothing wand, the cup is not included. I suggest a metal cup with a rubber handle and you need something to put your drink into like a shot glass etc.. The tamp / measuring spoon is an all in one tool and was included. You may also want a thermometer.
As a beginner, I will say that this machine worked well and made a mean cappuccino. Our helper did freshly grind the beans which I am sure contributed to the fresh taste.
This is an all manual unit, so no bells and whistles, but appears solidly made and nice looking on the counter.
Instructions are easy to follow.
Instructions are easy to follow.
I like the removable drip tray for not only the cleaning aspect, but the ability to put a larger up under the filter. With the tray you have about 3.3” (85mm) of clearance and without 4.3” (110mm).
Steamer worked nice and doubles as a hot water dispenser if you are a tea drinker or you make americanos.
Our helper thought it created larger bubbles than she liked at first, but then noticed she just needed to put the wand in a little deeper into the cup to get the frothy results she was used to on the professional units.
Our helper thought it created larger bubbles than she liked at first, but then noticed she just needed to put the wand in a little deeper into the cup to get the frothy results she was used to on the professional units.
Clean up is easy as well.
All-in-all I would say this unit is a great value for the Cappuccino, Expresso or Latte lover in your family.
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Bose Sport Earbuds are true wireless earbuds engineered to produce clear and balanced sound in any listening environment. StayHear Max tips mold these wireless earbuds to your ears with soft silicone and won’t fall out, no matter how demanding your workout is. Bose Sport Earbuds go through rigorous quality testing for durability and they’re rated IPX4 - designed to resist moisture from sweat and weather. And instead of buttons, a capacitive touch interface lets you simply tap to play or pause music, answer calls, and more. These earphones have a battery life of up to five hours get ready to beat your personal best, again and again.
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Bose Sport Earbuds
Always excited to get my hands on a quality product like Bose. This was no exception.
So out of the box you get a nice case that holds your earbuds very securely via a magnet and the case has a pairing button to pair to your phone. The case is durable and will charge your buds multiple times. Once the buds are drained of power, you can put into the case for a quick charge, (15 min. gets you about 2 hours) or with a full charge the case can charge your earbuds 2 more times (10 hr.’s of additional use)
Paring was easy. Download the Bose Music app and it walks you through the set-up. You then hear a voice confirmation in your ear that you are connected and the battery level.
The app is pretty basic. No EQ as some apps contain as Bose has built in Active EQ.
Quite honestly, I don’t feel a need for a separate EQ as I can always go to the sound setting on my phone to change that if needed. (Samsung S20)
No buttons on these, instead you have a simple touch interface.
Right bud: Double-tap to play or pause music and to answer calls. Long press to activate your assistant feature. (Siri or Google Assistant)
Left earbud: Double-tap to hear your battery level or skip forward (you can Choose in the Bose Music app).
All Volume control is done on your device. I really would have liked an option to change the volume on the earbuds themselves. The touch sensors on each Bud work well and are not overly sensitive like others I have tried in the past.
If the In-Ear Detection is on, (you can change in settings) once you remove the right earbud the music will pause and start back up once you return to your ear.
I turned this feature off myself, so I could take out the right and leave in the left only to hear music in one ear. I often have the need to use my other ear for office calls etc.
This brings me to a downfall in my opinion. The mic for phone calls is only contained in the right earbud. So, if I only have my left earbud in, I cannot use for calls. Call quality is truly clear on my side but a couple callers say if anything it is too loud on their side. Unfortunately, there is no setting to turn down the mic output.
If I use throughout the day the charge lasts about 5-6 hr. (Not constant music use, but never turned off either).
Sound quality is exceptionally good as you expect from Bose. High, middle and low end all sound very crisp and clear.
FIT - this is not good for me for activity. I've tried all different sizes of the tips and I feel they really have to be pushed him in deep to get them to stay even for regular use. Perhaps this is just my anatomy and you will have better luck. I do have larger ears that do not have defined curves for the StayHear Max Tips to push against. (I will include pictures).
If I use at my desk or simply walking around the house for the most part they stay in, but the minute I start any medium activity they tend to fall out. Not good since they are supposed to be for working out / sports.
It would be nice to have an over-the-ear clip option of some kind for consumers in my situation. I would also like an option to hold them together somehow (string / cord), so if they do fall out, they do not land on the ground somewhere.
Note that they are also on the larger size for earbuds, so be aware of that.
They are comfortable for long use.
They are comfortable for long use.
These are not noise cancelling but do a real good sealing out surrounding sound. I see no need myself to have the noise cancel feature unless perhaps you fly with them. Sorry, no flights recently due to Covid.
The Bose Sports are sweat / weatherproof. (Note these are IPX4, not Waterproof)
Bluetooth is strong and has a better range than most others I have tried. I can walk almost anywhere in the house with no connection issues.
Overall, it may truly depend on your ears for fit. I could not use for running / jogging that is for sure, so If you have ears like mine, I cannot recommend for working out.
But if you have a more defined ear shape that allows the internal ear hook to fall into/behind, then you may be the consumer for these. Due to the fit for me, I had to remove 2 stars.
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Soundcore Partycast is a portable Bluetooth Party Speaker with 80 watts of power, an 18-hour playtime, and a party-starting light show. Using our exclusive partycast technology, you can link over 100 partycast speakers together for synchronized music and lights to create the ultimate experience. IPX7 Waterproofing means you won’t need to worry about liquid getting on it, and with its USB charge-out capabilities your phone will stay charged no matter how long the party lasts.
Does this speaker have the ability for phone conversations? answer calls. voice call commands via google assistant if i ask my phone to make a call, will this speak be compatible to use voice and hear throught speaker
Yes, I am able to make calls with this speaker like a speaker phone.
3 years ago
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Mukman
Soundcore Partycast is a portable Bluetooth Party Speaker with 80 watts of power, an 18-hour playtime, and a party-starting light show. Using our exclusive partycast technology, you can link over 100 partycast speakers together for synchronized music and lights to create the ultimate experience. IPX7 Waterproofing means you won’t need to worry about liquid getting on it, and with its USB charge-out capabilities your phone will stay charged no matter how long the party lasts.
Can you turn the lights off
Soundcore Partycast is a portable Bluetooth Party Speaker with 80 watts of power, an 18-hour playtime, and a party-starting light show. Using our exclusive partycast technology, you can link over 100 partycast speakers together for synchronized music and lights to create the ultimate experience. IPX7 Waterproofing means you won’t need to worry about liquid getting on it, and with its USB charge-out capabilities your phone will stay charged no matter how long the party lasts.
what are the dimensions
Life Dot 2 XR is optimized for noise cancelling— changing its settings depending on your surroundings. On top of this it delivers thumping beats, clear calls, and a 35-hour playtime. Using the Soundcore app, you can customize your touch controls and sound profile to perfectly fit the way you listen.
What is the IP rating for water resistance?
The iPad is a great device, especially if you pair it with an Apple Pencil. A full-fledged computer, the power of a digital work environment literally at your fingertips. But one thing is still not great: the Apple Pencil slipping around on the iPad's glass surface feels unnatural and the pencil tip gets stuck on fingerprints and smudges. It simply doesn't feel right. If you're like us, you miss the accuracy of writing on paper. Paperlike, a screen protector that emulates the natural feel of paper when writing and drawing on the iPad. The most significant challenges in developing the Paperlike were finding the right friction while keeping light refractions at a minimum. And keeping the material smooth enough, so it doesn't eat up the pencil tip like sandpaper (a lot of regular matte screen protectors do that). That's why we developed a unique surface technology called Nanodots. These microbeads are evenly distributed across the foil and allow for a natural paper-feel while keeping as much of your iPad's brilliant display quality as possible. Join tens of thousands of artists, students, and notetakers around the world who love Paperlike. And finally, make your iPad the truly magnificent device it can be.
There are two versions available but no way to specify which version you need. Want to order but want the version that is cut specifically for the 2020 version which has different cutouts from the 2018.
It just has cut outs for the camera area. This is for 2018-2020 version of the 12.9"
I uploaded a picture. Hope that helps.
I uploaded a picture. Hope that helps.
3 years, 3 months ago
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Mukman
Inspired by athletes, designed for everyone. The AfterShokz OpenMove Open-Ear Lifestyle Headphones in Slate grey were created with versatility in mind. OpenMove by AfterShokz brings you bone conduction technology with a lightweight, titanium fit taht ensures all-day wear.
I’m cyclist and occasionally get caught in rain, can it survive?
Yes, they should survive the rain fine. They have a IP55 rating.
3 years, 5 months ago
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Mukman
The PRO X Wireless LIGHTSPEED Gaming Headset. Engineered for the extreme performance you expect from PRO X—now with 2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED wireless. Advanced Blue VO!CE, next-gen 7.1 surround sound, and PRO-G 50 mm drivers for clear sound imaging and professional sound and voice comms. PRO X Wireless delivers crystal-clear game sound and voice chat. Comfortable memory foam, plus durable steel and aluminum construction let you play to win.
is this a blutooth?
Protect your 12.9-inch iPad Pro against damage with this graphite Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case. The backlit keys have three adjustable levels of brightness for seamless typing in dark environments, while the magnetic latch ensures secure closure, shielding against daily bumps and knocks. This Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case has a lightweight design for comfortable handling.
Is the keyboard detachable?
Upgrade your sound entertainment experience with this Yamaha sound bar. The robust construction ensures longevity even with rugged use, while built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technologies provide convenient wireless connectivity. This Yamaha sound bar (winner of the 2020 CNET Editor’s Choice Award) has a compact design for easy placement, built-in Alexa technology for hands-free operation and four woofers for immersive sound reproduction.
Can the subwoofer be hard wired on the new YAS 209?
Experience portable creative power with this 14-inch LG gram two-in-one laptop. Featuring a 14-inch touch display and Wacom AES pen, this laptop lets you write and draw directly on the screen. This LG gram laptop delivers fast, long-lasting performance with an Intel Core i7 processor and up to 21 hours* of battery life per charge.