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A flexible, weather-resistant camera that puts pro-grade security exactly where you need it. Stick it up anywhere you want to see and hear more with advanced features like Radar Motion Detection, HDR video, and Audio+. ts wire-free design lets you place it on a flat surface for flexibility, or put it on a wall with the included camera mount for a more permanent solution.
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4
Great camera with not so great mounting hardware.
on October 26, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
The Ring Stick Up Cam has great video quality with a fussy mounting bracket.
Connecting the camera to the app was a relatively painless process. It did end up taking me two attempts as the camera struggled to find my WiFi network on my first attempt. But once it connected, the setup process was an absolute breeze.
The app gives you a variety of different options in terms of motion sensitivity and notification frequency. You can also program a “blind spot” if you don’t want to constantly receive notifications for certain areas (i.e. a sidewalk that children walk on daily).
The camera can be used both indoors and outdoors. I’m opting to use it outdoors mounted to an exterior wall to monitor my front door.
The camera has a rechargeable battery that surprisingly uses the older micro-USB standard instead of USB type-C. The camera itself has a USB type-C port on the back (I believe this is for the optional solar panel that you can purchase separately for this camera).
Image quality was nice and sharp, and motion notifications seemed to hit my phone quickly with very little lag.
Now for the not so great . . .
The mounting hardware that comes with this camera is fussy and unpleasant. The instructions for reconfiguring this to mount on a wall aren’t very good, and you have to unscrew and rearrange multiple pieces to reconfigure the swivel arm. Once reconfigured, the range of motion isn’t terribly good either. You can tilt the camera “slightly” in just about any direction, but emphasis on the word “slight.”
Fortunately, the camera itself offers a nice, wide field of view. This helps make up for the poor mounting angles.
The Ring camera supports an optional subscription monitoring service. I value my privacy, and I don’t intend on taking advantage of this feature.
Fortunately, the camera works just fine as a self-monitored device.
Assuming that you don’t need to position the camera anywhere too unusual, then I think this would be a fine choice for a home monitoring device.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Meet Pixel 8. The helpful phone engineered by Google, with an amazing camera, powerful security, and an all-day battery. [1] With Google AI, you can do more, even faster – like fix photos, screen calls, and get answers. [2] And Pixel 8 has personal safety features for added peace of mind. [3]
Customer Rating
5
Another great phone from Google.
on October 18, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
The Google Pixel 8 is another great phone from Google.
This isn’t my first Pixel phone, and it certainly won’t be my last.
This isn’t my first Pixel phone, and it certainly won’t be my last.
Pros:
Build quality is great.
The user experience is awesome.
The phone is full of great features like wireless charging and an in-screen fingerprint reader.
Lots of power and built-in storage
Works seamlessly on Mint Mobile
Build quality is great.
The user experience is awesome.
The phone is full of great features like wireless charging and an in-screen fingerprint reader.
Lots of power and built-in storage
Works seamlessly on Mint Mobile
Cons:
It doesn’t come with a charger (just a cable)
The phone feels a little thick
Battery life is “meh”
It doesn’t come with a charger (just a cable)
The phone feels a little thick
Battery life is “meh”
Setting up this phone was a breeze. I managed to migrate all of my apps, wallpapers, contacts, and settings from my old Pixel phone to this one. The only hiccup I experienced was with my SIM card. The bracket for the Sim was rather tight. And the way it’s positioned, you have to press down firmly on the gold contacts of the SIM to get it to sit properly (a techy “no no” - you’re never supposed to touch the gold contacts on any RAM sticks, hard drives, or other electronic devices). Still, my SIM seems to function just fine after installation.
Call quality is great. Both sides of the conversation were crystal clear. Speaker quality in general is pretty good. Listening to music on this phone is a joy.
The phone handles casual gaming without any issues, and my handful of productivity apps work just fine on it. The phone feels quick and responsive no matter what the workload.
Battery life wasn’t terrific. I was shocked to burn through 50% of my battery during setup. Since then it hasn’t discharged nearly as quickly, but it’s not terrific in terms of battery life. You’ll definitely be charging this phone nightly.
Camera quality is superb. I really love the rear camera on this phone. The front facing camera isn’t quite as good, but it’s certainly not bad.
Screen quality is good, but I did notice that the phone seems a little quirky when registering some gestures. This is particularly true of gestures at the bottom of the screen (swiping up to switch apps or go home takes a couple tries), and the side-to-side gestures are perhaps a mite too sensitive (accidentally swiping back to the previous page in the browser). I didn’t have these issues with my previous phone.
I like this phone a lot, and I strongly recommend it for anyone looking for a solid, stock android experience.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Know the real you with the Venu 3 smartwatch, the ultimate on-wrist coach designed to support your goals — whatever they may be. Featuring a bright, colorful display and up to 14 days of battery life, this GPS smartwatch is purpose-built with advanced health and fitness features to help you better understand your body. Body Battery energy monitoring helps you keep your energy levels in check with personalized insights based on sleep, naps, stress, workouts and more. Improve the quality of your sleep with personalized sleep coaching and nap detection plus even more details such as HRV status (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked). During the day, switch up your activities with animated workouts and more than 30 built-in sports apps — including for active wheelchair users — plus advanced training features to keep you going strong. With its built-in speaker and microphone, the Venu 3 smartwatch makes it easy to make and take calls right from your wrist when paired to your smartphone — and even reply to texts by using your phone’s voice assistant. Plus, enjoy connectivity features such as music storage, Garmin Pay contactless payments (with a supported country and payment network) and more.
Customer Rating
3
Nice build and screen but unreliable
on September 22, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
I have mixed feelings over this watch.
As a fitness tracker, it’s (seemingly) very feature rich.
As a smartwatch, it’s very feature poor.
As a smartwatch, it’s very feature poor.
Physically, the watch is well-constructed, has a nice large display, a vibrant screen, easily accessible buttons, and a responsive touch-screen.
It has a heart rate sensor, tracks steps (kinda . . . more on that later), tracks sleep, monitors calories burned, allows you to receive text messages and notifications, allows you to make and receive calls (kinda - initiating a call from my watch just dialed my phone when I tried it), and monitors stress.
The watch uses two apps to function: Garmin Connect and Garmin Connect IQ.
Garmin Connect gives you access to all of the various metrics that the watch is collecting. Garmin Connect IQ gives you access to the “apps” that the watch can run as well as giving you the ability to customize your own watch faces (to a point).
The watch’s apps are limited to a few music streaming services, some additional watch faces, some GPS / navigation apps, and a few other fitness oriented odds and ends. Almost everything costs extra. Even the ones that are seemingly free (i.e. Spotify) require a premium subscription to use. There are seemingly no games, no news apps, no social media apps, no video streaming services . . . the store feels rather barren.
Modifying your own watch face is cool, but it has some strange limitations within the app. First, the design area is smaller than the watch face. You can line everything up perfectly, but when you send it to your watch, it’s scaled slightly differently. Next, when changing the color of the time, it only changes the digits to the right of the colon. Font options are also extremely limited, and they don’t allow you to rescale elements like the time. Finally, it can take multiple attempts to send the custom watch face over. It seems to hang at the upload, and the watch face won’t show up until maybe ten minutes later.
As far as usage goes . . .
I lift three days a week and do light cardio five. I train to run/walk 5Ks a couple times a year. Up until now, I’ve been using a fairly feature-rich/budget fitness tracker, and I aim for around 12,000 steps a day just for health and fitness. I also monitor my heartbeat fairly religiously during cardio workouts to make sure that I’m staying within my target range.
I found that this watch’s pedometer utterly failed to register steps below a certain speed. I’d be jogging on the treadmill, and everything would register just fine, but as soon as the treadmill hit the last segment of the final cooldown (1.6 mph), the tracker wouldn’t register any steps whatsoever. I may as well have been standing still. This is reflected in my daily steps as well. It is barely recording anything. This is disastrous from my point of view and has me seriously considering switching back to my old tracker.
The watch comes with an “app” for strength training that basically counts reps for you and monitors your heart rate at the same time (a bit strange as I don’t normally associate strength training with heart rate monitoring - that’s more of a cardio thing). I found this to be fairly useless, and it utterly fails to capture reps on things like leg presses.
From a hardware standpoint, this is a very nice watch . . . but I can’t recommend it.
It’s not very good as a smart watch, and (for me at least) it’s failing at its primary function as a fitness tracker since it can’t even properly record steps.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Defy Boring with Pebble Mouse 2 M350s wireless mouse made with recycled plastic. Its minimalist round shape and compact mouse design make it as iconic as you and super portable. Hop across 3 devices with the Easy-Switch button on the Bluetooth mouse. With Logi Options+ app, you can assign shortcuts to the mouse’s middle button for your favorite apps, like WhatsApp or Spotify. Work, browse, and chat with Silent Touch Technology that removes 90% of click noise. Pebble Mouse 2 M350s Bluetooth mouse comes with a 24-month battery and auto-sleep power-saving mode, to keep you going for longer, worry-free.
Customer Rating
5
Truly a great mouse. It's an absolute workhorse.
on September 10, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
The Pebble Mouse is a versatile Bluetooth mouse that can easily be used for a variety of different use cases.
The mouse is very sleek and modern looking. It has a very symmetrical design that allows it to be easily used by both left-handed and right-handed individuals. Sure, it sacrifices some ergonomic comfort for this, but I wouldn’t go so far as to say that it’s uncomfortable to use.
There is a button on the bottom of the mouse that allows you to switch between using it on 3 different devices with just a click. I have it paired to my smart TV, my laptop, and my steam deck; and I find it quite easily to switch back and forth as needed.
After installing the Logi Options software, you can customize the middle button for a variety of different effects. If you’re heavily into social media, then you can program it to pull up an emoji menu. If you’re heavily into productivity, then you can program it to pull up task view to easily switch between applications. It really is quite versatile. You can even program some custom commands for individual applications (handy for things like video editing, photo editing, or gaming).
The mouse also supports Logitech’s “flow” software. This allows you to use the mouse on two computers simultaneously, and you can copy and paste files between them seamlessly.
I really have no complaints whatsoever about this mouse. It works great for all of my needs.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Pair the power of your next-gen system with the performance of a next-gen wireless pro controller. Officially licensed by PlayStation, the Razer Wolverine V2 Pro is armed with Razer HyperSpeed Wireless and a full set of competitive features to deliver high-performance, low-latency gaming on PS5 consoles and PC.
Customer Rating
3
Well built but quirky controller.
on August 11, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
The Razer Wolverine V2 is a somewhat quirky controller.
I primarily intended on using this controller with my Steam Deck dock, but I wanted something that could easily be plugged into my Windows gaming laptop as well. Bluetooth controllers are fussy about switching devices, so I thought something with a physical dongle would be ideal.
Unfortunately, this wasn’t completely the case.
My Steam Deck recognized the controller right away, worked beautifully for one night, and then stopped working thereafter. Multiple reboots failed to resolve the issue. The Deck was registering the controller as a “Generic XBox Controller,” but it wouldn’t accept any inputs. I switched to using it with my Windows laptop at this point, and I had somewhat better luck.
The controller was recognized, and worked well, but I couldn’t figure out how to program the back buttons or extra shoulder buttons in Steam. I suspect that this is more of an issue with Steam than the controller though.
On a lark, I tried plugging the dongle into my Steam Deck again after using it for a few days with my laptop, and it was immediately recognized as a Razer Wolverine V2 (and all of my inputs started working again). I’m not sure how long it will continue working this time, but I’m optimistic that it might be fixed for good. I’m thinking that this was maybe a driver issue on the Steam Deck’s part, but I’m not certain.
The controller itself has a nice heft to it and feels solidly built. There are physical switches on the back that allow you to toggle between wired and wireless modes and PC or Playstation modes.
The back buttons are near the center of the back panel and are difficult to reach. I have small/medium hands, and my fingertips can’t reach the buttons without uncomfortably stretching. Because of this, I can’t see myself using these buttons on a regular basis.
I like that the buttons are setup in the Playstation style. I enjoy playing Playstation games on my laptop, but finding PC compatible controllers with the Playstation layout is hard, and getting a Dualshock to work with Windows is tricky. I also like that they staggered the stick layout in the XBox style. This feels more natural to me.
I have mixed feelings about this controller. On the one hand, it feels very premium and solidly built. But on the other, it’s somewhat difficult and uncomfortable to use.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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When you brandish this Predator Helios Neo gaming laptop, you’re holding the key to unlocking your ambitions – your curiosities – and endless possibilities. Suit up, strap in – and let Helios Neo pave the way. Equipped with superior cooling technology and a trove of performance like NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 laptop graphics and the latest 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with new performance hybrid architecture– this gaming laptop will be your guide to gaming bliss. With the 16" 2560 x 1600 IPS panel, 165Hz Refresh, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA G-SYNC technology and 3ms Overdrive response time you can say farewell to blur and hello clear, crisp, high-octane gameplay.
Customer Rating
4
Solid performance but lacks premium features
on July 24, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
The Acer Predator Helios Neo is a solid device with lots of power, but it lacks some premium features.
First, this laptop has a ton of ports.
I count 3 USB-A ports, a micro-SD card reader, a headphone jack, an Ethernet port, 2 USB-C ports, and a full-size HDMI port. My only complaint about the ports is that the HDMI ports and USB-C ports are awkwardly placed on the back of the device.
This laptop does not support Windows Hello sign-in options. You won't be able to use your facial recognition or your fingerprint to login. These are premium features that I've gotten accustomed to on my previous devices, and I'm feeling their absence here.
The keyboard lighting is broken up into 4 zones and has a handful of options in terms of behaviors. It's comfortable enough to type on, but I wasn't terribly impressed by it.
The number pad is finicky. It wasn't until I'd updated the computer a few times that it consistently worked after each reboot without hitting the number lock key.
The keyboard deck itself is plastic, but it feels pretty solid. I didn't experience much in the way of keyboard flex.
I was disappointed by the speakers. They didn't get terribly loud, and they felt rather "anemic" for lack of a better term.
The laptop is fairly chunky, and the power brick is enormous. I was surprised by just how heavy this laptop was.
As a whole, the laptop doesn't have much of a "gamer aesthetic." Aside from some angular lines along the rear of the laptop, and the multi-color keyboard backlighting, there isn't much to call this out as a gaming laptop. If you're looking for something more "subdued," then this would probably be the laptop for you.
In terms of power, this laptop didn't have any issues tackling anything that I threw at it.
All of my games booted up quickly and ran just fine. The 1TB hard drive is more than adequate for me to fit a good assortment of games on.
All of my games booted up quickly and ran just fine. The 1TB hard drive is more than adequate for me to fit a good assortment of games on.
The laptop did come with some bloatware that I had to clear off. I would recommend keeping the "Predator Sense" app though as it allows you to control the keyboard backlighting as well as some other behaviors.
This is a very capable laptop. It's not terribly showy, but it has more than enough power to get the job done.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Control your home theater system with this TERK rechargeable universal remote. Support for up to eight devices allows flexible use, and the rechargeable battery lasts up to 6 months on a single charge. The dedicated keys provide quick access to popular streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and YouTube. This TERK rechargeable universal remote features a fully-backlit keypad for easy operation in the dark.
Customer Rating
2
Didn't pair properly with any of my devices.
on July 12, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
I wanted to like this remote, but it didn't really meet my needs.
I have a rather complex home theater setup with a TV, a Google Chromecast with Google TV, a couple video game consoles, a soundbar, a Blu-Ray player, and a loose HDMI cable that I use to hookup my computer.
My TV only has 3 HDMI ports, but I'm fortunate in that my soundbar also works as a hub and adds an additional three ports.
I'm constantly juggling remotes, and I liked the idea of having a single remote to control everything.
Unfortunately, this remote failed to meet my needs.
After charging overnight, I started by trying to pair this with my Sharp TV. I followed the manual code process and tried each of the 10 codes listed for Sharp TVs (two were for Sharp TVs with ROKU, but I tried them anyway).
None of them worked.
I then tried the automatic pairing option. This worked immediately . . . kinda sorta?
After pairing the remote to my TV, I was able to turn the TV on and off and control the volume.
After pairing the remote to my TV, I was able to turn the TV on and off and control the volume.
That's it . . .. Nothing else worked properly.
Strangely, the up arrow opens my TV's VUDO app, and the down arrow opens the TV's built-in YouTube app. None of the other buttons did anything at all, and I was unable to use the remote to exit the apps once it opened them. I also couldn't access the input menu to switch to my various HDMI devices.
I had to go back to my original remote to try and setup my other devices.
Despite advertising that it controls streaming devices, and despite claiming that it is "for all major brands," this remote apparently does not work with the Chromecast with Google TV. The Chromecast comes with a Bluetooth remote. The TERK universal remote is apparently strictly IR. and does not have any Bluetooth functionality whatsoever.
The back of the box does reference the Google Chromecast and mentions that the remote can control it via HDMI CEC. The code sheet just contains a note saying to consult your TVs manufacturer for instructions on setting up CEC.
I was unable to get this to work. I currently use HDMI CEC with my stock Chromecast remote to control my TV using the Chromecast remote's IR emitter. I found no directions on making the reverse happen (controlling the Chromecast via the TV's remote).
The TERK remote also doesn't appear to contain a microphone for voice commands.
The TERK remote did successfully connect to my Sony soundbar, but it lacks the second set of volume buttons for controlling my subwoofer. The volume buttons only appear to control the soundbar itself.
At this point, I didn't even bother trying to connect it to my video game consoles or Blu-Ray player.
Despite its claims to be backlit, at no point did any of my keys light up except for the power button. The red LED on that button appears to work just fine, but that's it.
I'm very disappointed by this remote, and I don't recommend it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Are you ready to feel the rush of extreme performance? The Crucial T700 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD offers speeds of up to 12,400MB/s sequential reads and up to 11,800MB/s sequential writes (up to 1,500K IOPS random reads/writes) for faster gaming, video editing, 3D rendering and heavy workload applications. Built with Micron 232-layer TLC NAND and featuring a premium aluminum and nickel-plated copper heatsink that dissipates heat without noisy fans or liquid cooling, the Crucial T700 Gen5 SSD is optimized for performance, takes full advantage of Microsoft DirectStorage, and is backward compatible with Gen3 and Gen4 motherboards. A non-heatsink SKU is also available for use with an integrated motherboard heatsink. With SSD speeds nearly 2x faster than Gen4 in your PC, you’ll never look back from the Crucial T700!
Customer Rating
3
A good product, but physically too big.
on July 3, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
For an NVME drive, this thing is HUGE.
The heatsink is enormous. Don't even think about using this in a laptop. This is for newer desktops only.
Even though I was installing it in a newer desktop, the size of the heatsink posed a bit of a problem for me. I keep a small NVME enclosure around for hard drive upgrades. I typically put my new drive in the enclosure and run a hard drive cloning program to clone my current boot drive to the new drive (I then disconnect everything and swap out the new drive for the old drive).
I wasn't able to do that this go around. With the heatsink, the drive is physically too big for my external enclosure (easily 4x too tall).
It should be noted that the heatsink is preinstalled on the drive. And while there are exposed screws, it does not remove easily. I also strongly recommend against removing it.
First, the screws have a weird head. I don't know the technical name or size, but they required the "really tiny, six pointed star shaped bit" from my electronics repair kit.
Second, the NVME stick has some type of blue thermal compound applied to the top and bottom of it. It was very dry, a little rubbery, and started flaking off as soon as I removed the heatsink.
Ultimately, removing the heatsink and trying to use my external enclosure was a very bad idea. Within ten minutes of cloning my hard drive, this drive ended up overheating and disconnected itself from my computer (while annoying at the time, I am pleased that the drive has this safety feature).
I had a little bit of better luck removing the outer casing from my enclosure and running a fan directly over the drive, but it still ended up overheating before it could complete the clone (and this is despite copying files at a very brisk pace).
Reassembling the heatsink went okay, but I won't be able to ever remove it again. The heads of the screws are soft and stripped very easily.
If you're looking to install this drive in a fresh build (and you don't need to worry about cloning an existing drive), then I think this would be an incredible option for you. Immediately installing this directly onto a motherboard should allow you to avoid the headaches that I experienced. The drive is very fast and has a lot of capacity.
Unfortunately, this product is just too new and too unique to easily work with existing peripherals. Once this starts to go mainstream, and this large of a drive starts to become standard, then I'm sure that this will get easier.
If, like me, you want to migrate an existing setup to this drive; then you might want to wait a little bit before picking this up.
In the meantime, I'm going to have to backup my important files, plug this directly into my motherboard, and do a fresh install of Windows and all of my various programs onto the drive. It's more work than I would like, but the increase in speed and capacity is worth it.
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The new PowerCurve24 makes work-from-anywhere easy. Four USB-A ports and four surge-protected, patented, rotating AC outlets make everywhere you work more productive. A premium, double-woven, nylon-jacketed 5’ cord puts power right where you need it.
Customer Rating
4
Nice Power strip - Not quite what I was expecting
on June 24, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
This is a very nicely made power strip. It wasn't quite what I was expecting, but it's serving my needs well.
I had thought that this was one of those flexible power strips that "curve" into different shapes to fit in awkward spaces. This isn't the case though. While the individual outlets can rotate to better accommodate larger plugs, the strip itself is a single, rigid piece.
The strip is very nicely made and quite sturdy. The cable that connects to the wall is quite thick and covered in a durable, braided material. It has 4 USB charging ports, and it comes with an instruction sheet that references how to get the maximum voltage out of them. They share a circuit, so plugging in multiple devices at once could potentially reduce their shared ability to charge.
The ability to rotate the outlets has come in handy as I have a couple devices with long, rectangular plugs. Being able to rotate the outlets allows me to plug these devices in at a 90 degree angle to maximize the use of space.
The power button sits on top of the power strip. This is convenient, and easy to access, but I do worry a little about accidentally pressing it with my foot as it sits under my desk.
This is a nice, aesthetically pleasing power strip. I would definitely recommend it to anyone needing a power strip that can accommodate a wide range of plug types.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Turn your content into immersive experiences with enhanced audio features and versatile modes on the new Inspiron 14 2-in-1 laptop.
Customer Rating
5
Feature-rich, and fun to use, laptop from Dell
on June 5, 2023
Posted by: TechEnthusiast
Pros:
Nice screen
Lots of ports
Good size
Very pretty color
Backlit keyboard
2 in 1 hinge
Nice screen
Lots of ports
Good size
Very pretty color
Backlit keyboard
2 in 1 hinge
Cons:
Odd port placement
Full SD slot instead of micro (matter of personal preference)
Dim keyboard backlight
Odd port placement
Full SD slot instead of micro (matter of personal preference)
Dim keyboard backlight
This Dell Inspiron is a great productivity device. It has more than enough power to tackle web surfing, word processing, video calls, and most other tasks that you might want to throw at it.
It has a good assortment of ports with both older USB type-A and newer USB type-C ports. The type C ports are placed a little oddly as they're all on the left side of the device. I would have preferred a more even balance along the left and right sides. This is a minor issue though.
I'm thrilled that this device has an SD slot, but I'm a little dismayed that it's full SD. I'm the type of person to drop in a micro-SD card for extra storage and never remove it. For me, a smaller card with a lower profile is welcome. Other use cases may welcome the presence of a full size slot though.
The screen is just the right size to feel big without feeling too big. Colors are nice and saturated.
The entire device is a pretty blue color. It's vivid enough to be eye-catching without being obnoxious.
The keyboard is backlit (a very welcome addition), but the keyboard backlighting doesn't feel terribly bright at its highest setting. It's perfectly adequate though.
The 2 in 1 hinge feels strong and robust, but it can be a little finicky to get it positioned "just right."
This is a solid laptop for productivity with lots of great features. I strongly recommend it for students and professionals.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
Can you use with comcast.
Yes. I'm using it with Comcast myself.
You plug the Ethernet cable from your modem to the Orbi router the same as you would any other router. The big difference between the Orbi and other routers is that it comes with a separate satellite unit to extend your wireless range. The satellite unit hooks up to the router wirelessly. Installation and pairing takes about ten - fifteen minutes to complete.
You plug the Ethernet cable from your modem to the Orbi router the same as you would any other router. The big difference between the Orbi and other routers is that it comes with a separate satellite unit to extend your wireless range. The satellite unit hooks up to the router wirelessly. Installation and pairing takes about ten - fifteen minutes to complete.
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Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
So if it comes with two, I'm assuming you have one that internet is linked to by cable and the other is used as a extender? Or do you have to have both units hooked to cable?
The router portion is connected to your modem via an Ethernet cable, but the satellite / extender unit links up to the router wirelessly. The only wire that you need to have connected to the extender is the power cord.
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Nothing puts a vacuum to the test quite like a home with pets. That's why the BISSELL® Pet Hair Eraser® was developed from the ground up by pet parents for pet parents. Whether it's shedding season for your dog or your cat tracks kitty litter all over the house, this revolutionary vacuum is designed to make cleaning up after pets and the people who love them a breeze—from beginning to end. Say goodbye to hair wrap with its Tangle-Free Brush Roll, remove embedded hair everywhere with specialized pet tools, help capture allergens and eliminate odors with the SmartSeal™ Allergen System, and when you're finished cleaning, enjoy a hands-free tank empty with our patented Cyclonic Spooling System™.BR>
How load is it? I've used an Oreck XL upright and a Eureka Mighty Mite and would hope it's no louder as those. I prefer bagged vacuums but want to try the BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser because of its claims of not getting hair tangled on the roller.
I haven't tried the two vacuums that you mentioned, but I can say that I was surprised that this vacuum wasn't terribly loud.
Given it's size and the number of vents coming out of it, I expected it to be deafening. Upon turning it on, I was surprised by just how mild the sound was. It'll definitely drown out a television or radio some, but you'll still be able to hear people talking over it.
Given it's size and the number of vents coming out of it, I expected it to be deafening. Upon turning it on, I was surprised by just how mild the sound was. It'll definitely drown out a television or radio some, but you'll still be able to hear people talking over it.
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