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Keep your devices powered on the go with the Belkin BOOSTCHARGE 36W Dual Port PPS Car Charger. It boasts two 18W USB-C Ports, both of which support simultaneous fast charging for all PD-Enabled devices. This 36 watt charger is equipped with PPS technology, which allows for optimized charging with compatible devices by dynamically negotiating the best charging voltage. It’s packed with the latest USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 and PPS technologies, working together to safely deliver the ideal amount of fast power to the device it’s connected to. Optimized to charge all USB-A and USB-C 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
Customer Rating
4
Good car charger with 2 ports
on November 11, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
The Belkin Boost charge- car charger is a sensible car charger from a brand that stands behind its products.
This is my 5th Belkin product in the past 3 years, and I am proud to say that all the products I bought from Belkin in the past are still in excellent working conditions.
this charger has 18 watt charge per port, a total of 36 for both USB type C ports.
it is compatible with my all of my devices that include an Iphone se, a google pixel 4, a Samsung Galaxy tab, a Samsung Galaxy note 9, a Google Pixel book, and more.
the functionality of having 2 ports to charge is great, we wont fight on who gets to charge thier phone on road trips, 2 can charge at the same time.
I am going to buy another one for the back so my kids can charge & ride in peace as well.
Great product from a reliable company.
the only con I have is that at this price, the charger came with no USB type C charger cable included in the box.
This is my 5th Belkin product in the past 3 years, and I am proud to say that all the products I bought from Belkin in the past are still in excellent working conditions.
this charger has 18 watt charge per port, a total of 36 for both USB type C ports.
it is compatible with my all of my devices that include an Iphone se, a google pixel 4, a Samsung Galaxy tab, a Samsung Galaxy note 9, a Google Pixel book, and more.
the functionality of having 2 ports to charge is great, we wont fight on who gets to charge thier phone on road trips, 2 can charge at the same time.
I am going to buy another one for the back so my kids can charge & ride in peace as well.
Great product from a reliable company.
the only con I have is that at this price, the charger came with no USB type C charger cable included in the box.
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No matter your child’s interests or skill-level, the Root rt0 brings learning to code to life through art, music, and exploration. Its combination of activities, features, and interactive sensors result in engagement for hours at a time and offer many opportunities for family bonding. Spend time with your child while learning new skills and inspiring a lifelong love of code with the Root rt0.
Customer Rating
4
Good headstart for curious kids (and parents)
on October 29, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
The iRobot rt10 is a wonderful gadget for curious kids and adults alike.
I have a 12 years old kid who took beginner coding classes in the past 3 years and he said that the concept on coding blocks which this robot uses is very similar to the Scratch coding class that he took (Scratch is a coding course created by MIT and is oriented for kids).
setup was easy once we looked it up on YouTube (there is no clear instructions on how to setup the device included in the box).
after that we were able to send code to iRobot Root using Chrome browser and BlueTooth or using a smart phone.
the Robot has sensors for movement in addition to lights and sounds feature.
the interface for the coding blocks is very easy and intuitive, and makes it a great bonding and learning time for adults with kids.
the wet earase marker that came with the device is green but we added different color markers to make better designs and add a bit of complexity.
whats in the box
- iRobot rt10 Root
- foldable white board
- marker
- earaser cloth
- USB to USB type C cable
- sticker sheet to decorate your root devise
- manual, and warrantee information.
I have a 12 years old kid who took beginner coding classes in the past 3 years and he said that the concept on coding blocks which this robot uses is very similar to the Scratch coding class that he took (Scratch is a coding course created by MIT and is oriented for kids).
setup was easy once we looked it up on YouTube (there is no clear instructions on how to setup the device included in the box).
after that we were able to send code to iRobot Root using Chrome browser and BlueTooth or using a smart phone.
the Robot has sensors for movement in addition to lights and sounds feature.
the interface for the coding blocks is very easy and intuitive, and makes it a great bonding and learning time for adults with kids.
the wet earase marker that came with the device is green but we added different color markers to make better designs and add a bit of complexity.
whats in the box
- iRobot rt10 Root
- foldable white board
- marker
- earaser cloth
- USB to USB type C cable
- sticker sheet to decorate your root devise
- manual, and warrantee information.
i greatly recommend this device to fill time for kids with useful, fun play time.
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Workout without the wires when you use these wireless Google Pixel Buds earbuds. Sensors in each bud detect your voice and eliminate background noise so you can take and make clear calls, and water resistance makes these in-ear headphones the ideal fitness buddy. With Google Assistant built right in, these white Google Pixel Buds earbuds help you check the weather or search your contact list with just a tap.
Customer Rating
4
The most comfortable earbuds you can get
on October 4, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
The Google Pixel Buds True wireless earbuds are the perfect earbuds for me.
What's in the box:
- Google earbuds
- USB to USB- C charging cable
- Earbuds case
- Quick setup guide
- 3 size rubber pieces (one installed and 2 separate ones).
Build quality:
The case size is perfect and can fit with no issues at all fitting it in jeans pockets. It is firm and you don’t have to worry about opening and closing it endless times. The hinge is good quality and it has a good click sound when you close it. The material of the case is soft touch plastic which makes it look and feel expensive at this price point. the case has USB type C charging and does allow for wireless charging as well but not phones that support reverse wireless charging.
The buds are well built as well and fit snug in my ears and I really don’t feel am wearing them at all although I have used them for 3 plus hours at a time. I have used them for work, for work out, and they always felt good with no pressure. They are rated at IPX4 water resistant buds.
Sound quality:
The sound quality is very good and clear. The buds have decent highs and lows for the size. I had zero sound drops while using them with my Pixel 4.
Connection and usability:
I have been using the pixel buds with my Pixel4 XL phone. Once I removed the buds from the case for the initial setup while my phone Bluetooth was on, the phone automatically discovered the buds and asked to set them up.
The phone did the setup up by itself and then it took me to the tutorial on how to use the buds with the phone.
Using the buds is very easy and straight forward.
- Swiping on either bud left to right or tight to left is used for volume up and down
- Tapping once on either earbud will pause/ resume what you were playing. It will also answer a call when you get one
- Tapping twice to skip forward
- Tapping 3 times will go back to previous track
- Long tap will launch google assistant.
Battery life
You can get up to 5 hours of the buds on a single charge, and a total of almost 20 hours when the case is charged at 100%.
Other features worth noting:
- Google translator built in
- Find my earbuds. When enabled on a compatible device the buds will ring so you can find them.
Cons:
- No noise cancellation.
- Could be a bit cheaper.
What's in the box:
- Google earbuds
- USB to USB- C charging cable
- Earbuds case
- Quick setup guide
- 3 size rubber pieces (one installed and 2 separate ones).
Build quality:
The case size is perfect and can fit with no issues at all fitting it in jeans pockets. It is firm and you don’t have to worry about opening and closing it endless times. The hinge is good quality and it has a good click sound when you close it. The material of the case is soft touch plastic which makes it look and feel expensive at this price point. the case has USB type C charging and does allow for wireless charging as well but not phones that support reverse wireless charging.
The buds are well built as well and fit snug in my ears and I really don’t feel am wearing them at all although I have used them for 3 plus hours at a time. I have used them for work, for work out, and they always felt good with no pressure. They are rated at IPX4 water resistant buds.
Sound quality:
The sound quality is very good and clear. The buds have decent highs and lows for the size. I had zero sound drops while using them with my Pixel 4.
Connection and usability:
I have been using the pixel buds with my Pixel4 XL phone. Once I removed the buds from the case for the initial setup while my phone Bluetooth was on, the phone automatically discovered the buds and asked to set them up.
The phone did the setup up by itself and then it took me to the tutorial on how to use the buds with the phone.
Using the buds is very easy and straight forward.
- Swiping on either bud left to right or tight to left is used for volume up and down
- Tapping once on either earbud will pause/ resume what you were playing. It will also answer a call when you get one
- Tapping twice to skip forward
- Tapping 3 times will go back to previous track
- Long tap will launch google assistant.
Battery life
You can get up to 5 hours of the buds on a single charge, and a total of almost 20 hours when the case is charged at 100%.
Other features worth noting:
- Google translator built in
- Find my earbuds. When enabled on a compatible device the buds will ring so you can find them.
Cons:
- No noise cancellation.
- Could be a bit cheaper.
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Offering gamers a massive update featuring upgraded performance, comfort and styling, the Turtle Beach® Stealth™ 700 Gen 2 is the successor to the best-selling premium wireless gaming headset designed for PS5™, PS4™ & PS4™ Pro. The Stealth™ 700 Gen 2 wireless gaming headset features a host of updates including upgraded performance, comfort and styling. An updated flip-to-mute mic enhances chat clarity and seamlessly conceals into the housing when muted. New Aerofit™ cooling gel-infused memory foam ear cushions and a re-designed metal-reinforced headband provides long-lasting durability and comfort. Refined internal acoustics house our 50mm Nanoclear™ speakers for ultra-realistic sound imaging and are optimized to unleash the power of Sony 3D Audio on PS5™. Plus, the Stealth 700 Gen 2 is equipped with Superhuman Hearing® sound setting, proven to give gamers a competitive advantage so you can live 20% longer and win more. Battery life has also been upgraded significantly in the Stealth™ 700 Gen 2, featuring a 20-hour life, at a much lower price than the competition. Enjoy Bluetooth® connectivity to simultaneously listen to music or take mobile calls, without any disruptions to gaming, and easily customize your audio and program the remappable dial and button on the headset using the Turtle Beach Audio Hub app. And of course, connectivity is made easy utilizing a new wireless mini-USB Transmitter that wirelessly connects your PlayStation® to the headset.
Customer Rating
5
Super Headset for an average price!
on October 4, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
I have owned 20+ headsets in the past 5 years and they range from cheap headsets to $400 plus headsets and this one beats them all!
The Stealth 700 Gen 2 is built specifically for gaming and there are 2 varieties (PS and Xbox). It can also be used with Nintendo switch while in docked mode.
First of all, these headsets work with anything that is Bluetooth capability, but have specific capabilities for Ps4 and the upcoming Ps5.
What's in the box:
- Stealth 700 Gen 2 headset
- USB to USB- C charging cable
- Quick setup guide
- USB Bluetooth nano transmitter
Build quality:
The build quality is very good and comparable to higher price headphones. The frame is made of matte black plastic with soft touch and the band is an adjustable metal band which clicks every time you expand it. The padding for the head and ears is made of memory foam and it is very comfortable even after hours of wearing. The ear pads are removable and replaceable if you needed to. The placement of the buttons is very good and well thought of. The mic is on the left side and if you flip it back to place it automatically mutes the mic and it doesn’t get in the way. The headset has a tilt movement at the ears where you can tilt the ear pieces left or right until you find the perfect position on your face.
The ear cups are made of pleather or fake leather and I find the thickness of the ear cups perfect and again, very comfortable to wear for long hours. They also keep your ears cool and they can be used while wearing glasses with no issues at all.
Headset weight: although these are wireless headsets with 20 hour play time on a single full charge, they are relatively light and didn’t cause any discomfort while wearing them to play or during conference calls.
Sound quality:
The sound quality is great and very clear with high highs and very low lows. the sound is so immersive while wearing this headset, and the mic is very clear when using it for chat and very low latency rate.
The sound and mic features can be configured by downloading the turtle beach app. The app has many features and presets that can get you to your desired setting and you can use the mappable button on the headset to move between the eq profiles and a dial to change between functions.
Connectivity:
This headset is very easy to connect via Bluetooth enables devices and also via the USB Bluetooth transmitter and it is plug and play. It also supports multiple connections with the device at the same time.
Battery life:
I was able to get close to 18 hours of mixed use of this headset on a single charge. This is so under-rated and it is a huge pro for this headset at this price point.
Conclusion:
I can’t recommend this enough as it has it all at a great price.
The Stealth 700 Gen 2 is built specifically for gaming and there are 2 varieties (PS and Xbox). It can also be used with Nintendo switch while in docked mode.
First of all, these headsets work with anything that is Bluetooth capability, but have specific capabilities for Ps4 and the upcoming Ps5.
What's in the box:
- Stealth 700 Gen 2 headset
- USB to USB- C charging cable
- Quick setup guide
- USB Bluetooth nano transmitter
Build quality:
The build quality is very good and comparable to higher price headphones. The frame is made of matte black plastic with soft touch and the band is an adjustable metal band which clicks every time you expand it. The padding for the head and ears is made of memory foam and it is very comfortable even after hours of wearing. The ear pads are removable and replaceable if you needed to. The placement of the buttons is very good and well thought of. The mic is on the left side and if you flip it back to place it automatically mutes the mic and it doesn’t get in the way. The headset has a tilt movement at the ears where you can tilt the ear pieces left or right until you find the perfect position on your face.
The ear cups are made of pleather or fake leather and I find the thickness of the ear cups perfect and again, very comfortable to wear for long hours. They also keep your ears cool and they can be used while wearing glasses with no issues at all.
Headset weight: although these are wireless headsets with 20 hour play time on a single full charge, they are relatively light and didn’t cause any discomfort while wearing them to play or during conference calls.
Sound quality:
The sound quality is great and very clear with high highs and very low lows. the sound is so immersive while wearing this headset, and the mic is very clear when using it for chat and very low latency rate.
The sound and mic features can be configured by downloading the turtle beach app. The app has many features and presets that can get you to your desired setting and you can use the mappable button on the headset to move between the eq profiles and a dial to change between functions.
Connectivity:
This headset is very easy to connect via Bluetooth enables devices and also via the USB Bluetooth transmitter and it is plug and play. It also supports multiple connections with the device at the same time.
Battery life:
I was able to get close to 18 hours of mixed use of this headset on a single charge. This is so under-rated and it is a huge pro for this headset at this price point.
Conclusion:
I can’t recommend this enough as it has it all at a great price.
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Superior sound. Tailored to you. Your day-to-day may change but your enjoyment of superior sound won’t. Powered by Sennheiser’s leading audio technology, the CX 400BT True Wireless gives you total control over an exceptional sound experience. The CX 400BT offers customizable controls, long-lasting battery life and an all-day comfort design, making it the perfect choice for everyday earbuds.
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
This review is for Sennheiser CX 400BT earbud headphones
in the box:
Sennheiser CX 400BT earbuds
USB C charging cable
Sennheiser CX 400BT charging case in matte black
silicone adapter sets in 4 sizes (including the one already installed
quick guide
thoughts and impressions:
with many options in the market, these earphones offer superior and crisp sound, a very battery life where you get 7 hours of play from the earbuds, and another 13 hours from the battery case charge, the app is simple yet efficient and offers a ton of customization for the touch controls on the earbuds. the case doesn't look super fancy but its decent looking and fits in almost any pocket.
pros:
- very good sound quality and volume
- USB C charging cable instead of Micro USB
- great battery life
- led light indicator on the case with 3 option to show battery levels: green, orange, and red
- led light indicator on each of the buds to show connectivity status
- compatible with both Android, and I OS
- earbuds auto shut off when placed in case and start charging
- case build is sturdy, not flimsy and it will withstand being in pants pocket if thats your preference.
- Bluetooth 5.1 low energy connectivity which enables the high battery life.
- the silicone attachments allow for fit with any ear size.
- highly customizable smart control app.
- earbuds are not heavy on the ear
- works well with Google assistant
in the box:
Sennheiser CX 400BT earbuds
USB C charging cable
Sennheiser CX 400BT charging case in matte black
silicone adapter sets in 4 sizes (including the one already installed
quick guide
thoughts and impressions:
with many options in the market, these earphones offer superior and crisp sound, a very battery life where you get 7 hours of play from the earbuds, and another 13 hours from the battery case charge, the app is simple yet efficient and offers a ton of customization for the touch controls on the earbuds. the case doesn't look super fancy but its decent looking and fits in almost any pocket.
pros:
- very good sound quality and volume
- USB C charging cable instead of Micro USB
- great battery life
- led light indicator on the case with 3 option to show battery levels: green, orange, and red
- led light indicator on each of the buds to show connectivity status
- compatible with both Android, and I OS
- earbuds auto shut off when placed in case and start charging
- case build is sturdy, not flimsy and it will withstand being in pants pocket if thats your preference.
- Bluetooth 5.1 low energy connectivity which enables the high battery life.
- the silicone attachments allow for fit with any ear size.
- highly customizable smart control app.
- earbuds are not heavy on the ear
- works well with Google assistant
Cons:
- no noise cancellation
- no IPS rating therefore they are not suitable for workout and I wouldn't get them wet.
- no noise cancellation
- no IPS rating therefore they are not suitable for workout and I wouldn't get them wet.
final thoughts:
the Sennheiser CX 400BT earbuds have superior sound and very comfortable for extended every day use. the long battery life frees you from worry, and the case offers a sturdy storage and charging option. I wouldn't use them in the rain or when working out though since there is no IPS rating, and they do not offer noise cancellation so I wouldn't use them if I wanted to isolate from the outside world noise.
the Sennheiser CX 400BT earbuds have superior sound and very comfortable for extended every day use. the long battery life frees you from worry, and the case offers a sturdy storage and charging option. I wouldn't use them in the rain or when working out though since there is no IPS rating, and they do not offer noise cancellation so I wouldn't use them if I wanted to isolate from the outside world noise.
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Ninja Foodi Power Blender & Processor System with Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor* with smartTORQUE and Variable Speed Control to power through and never stall. Power Blender & Processor Pitcher is a Total Crushing blender, food processor, and dough mixer. Nutrient Extraction* Cup and Spout Lid for smoothies and extractions. Smoothie Bowl Maker for smoothie bowls and nut butters. 1400-peak-watts make this Ninja's Best Total Crushing Blender.
Customer Rating
5
Versatile blender/ mixer
on August 30, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
The Ninja foodi power pitcher system is not the first Ninja product i own.
i have been using a Ninja nutriBullet smoothie maker for the past 2 years and it never failed to impress. which made the decision to buy the power pitcher system a no brainer.
This unit replaces a lot of kitchen appliances with its compact yet multiple accesories as it can make:
- Dough mixing
- food processing
- extract
- nut butters of all kinds made to your taste
- smoothies
- ice crushing
- baby food
the pitcher has a peak power of 1400 watts which is very sufficient and enough to make anything blend!
In the box:
- base
- 72 oz pitcher with pitcher lid that has a pour spout
- 14 oz nutri bowl with storage lid
- 24 oz nutri cup with pour spout
- blade for crushing or chopping
- dough blade
- power paddle to push thick ingredients down towards the blade which minimizes blending time
- all the above except for the base is dishwasher safe
- the unit has a dial for speed control, or you can use the IQ for automatic torque option which was the best for my choice.
pros:
- very good price
- versatile mixer/ blender/ food processor which saves space in the kitchen and in storage. we kept it on the kitchen counter as we will be using it every day
- powerful blender and nothing made it stop
- easy to clean
- nutri cups work with other Ninja blenders.
Cons
NONE.
i have been using a Ninja nutriBullet smoothie maker for the past 2 years and it never failed to impress. which made the decision to buy the power pitcher system a no brainer.
This unit replaces a lot of kitchen appliances with its compact yet multiple accesories as it can make:
- Dough mixing
- food processing
- extract
- nut butters of all kinds made to your taste
- smoothies
- ice crushing
- baby food
the pitcher has a peak power of 1400 watts which is very sufficient and enough to make anything blend!
In the box:
- base
- 72 oz pitcher with pitcher lid that has a pour spout
- 14 oz nutri bowl with storage lid
- 24 oz nutri cup with pour spout
- blade for crushing or chopping
- dough blade
- power paddle to push thick ingredients down towards the blade which minimizes blending time
- all the above except for the base is dishwasher safe
- the unit has a dial for speed control, or you can use the IQ for automatic torque option which was the best for my choice.
pros:
- very good price
- versatile mixer/ blender/ food processor which saves space in the kitchen and in storage. we kept it on the kitchen counter as we will be using it every day
- powerful blender and nothing made it stop
- easy to clean
- nutri cups work with other Ninja blenders.
Cons
NONE.
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Monitor your surroundings with this Night Owl 16-channel DVR security system. The four Full HD cameras feature L2 Color Boost technology to maintain footage clarity in low-light conditions, while the single sign-on two-step verification ensures secure access. This Night Owl 16-channel DVR security system features a 1TB HDD for ample storage.
Customer Rating
4
Decent Security camera system for home or office
on August 9, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
This is my 3rd set of Night Owl security system with DVR in 3 years, I use 2 systems in our medical offices and just got this one for my home.
Setup is fairly easy if you know your way around tools and don't mind drilling a few holes to secure the cameras and spread the cables behind walls or up the ceiling.
the app allows you to add multiple devices which means I can use the same Night owl app to see all three DVR's and name them office 1, office 2, and home. with each DVR supporting up to 16 cameras (this only comes with 4) it means you can buy add on cameras from night owl to satisfy your needs.
the night vision video quality is great and very acceptable for the use and price of this security system.
the setup is very straight forward but you will need to have a monitor for the initial setup (the system comes with a mouse for the initial setup or if you have a closet where you will install the DVR and keep it there).
Pros:
very easy to install
very easy to use app
nice looking
small DVR size which looks good
has a 1TB hard drive preinstalled
the search option and playback work great
can stream the feed on your Google home enabled screens (it took a lot of work to setup though).
Cons:
Face detection isn't the greatest but the image and video quality is decent
Setup is fairly easy if you know your way around tools and don't mind drilling a few holes to secure the cameras and spread the cables behind walls or up the ceiling.
the app allows you to add multiple devices which means I can use the same Night owl app to see all three DVR's and name them office 1, office 2, and home. with each DVR supporting up to 16 cameras (this only comes with 4) it means you can buy add on cameras from night owl to satisfy your needs.
the night vision video quality is great and very acceptable for the use and price of this security system.
the setup is very straight forward but you will need to have a monitor for the initial setup (the system comes with a mouse for the initial setup or if you have a closet where you will install the DVR and keep it there).
Pros:
very easy to install
very easy to use app
nice looking
small DVR size which looks good
has a 1TB hard drive preinstalled
the search option and playback work great
can stream the feed on your Google home enabled screens (it took a lot of work to setup though).
Cons:
Face detection isn't the greatest but the image and video quality is decent
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Get a new take on security, with the latest indoor 1080p FHD Wi-Fi security camera. Small and lightweight in design, this camera gives users the flexibility of multiple placement options along with a simple set-up and installation process. See more and know more with an ultra-wide 135° diagonal field of view and night vision capabilities. Pan and tilt to cover larger areas so you don’t miss out on the most important details. Be aware when you’re not there with person detection technology, which will notify you when a person is detected.
Customer Rating
5
great security camera for the price!
on August 9, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
The Lorex security camera is a great option for affordable Indoor home security camera that packs a lot of features:
whats in the box
- Lorex Security Camera
- Pre inserted 16 GB Micro SD card
- Micro USB to USB A cable
- USB power Adapter with 1 Amp output
- Universal mount bracket
- mount kit
- Quick start guide in English, Spanish, and french
Setup:
- I unpacked the camera, connected it to the power adapter, waited until the led light on the camera turned to solid green per the instructions, downloaded the Lorex home app, followed the instructions to add a new device, scanned the QR code, and the rest was automatic and took less than a minute. once installation was complete I went to Lorex home app and it started a quick tutorial to show me how to control the camera from the app.
everything was seamless and all advertised features worked great and fast. the pan, tilt, and zoom options are snappy to respond and very easy to use through the Lorex home app, you also have to options to record SD, and HD. I found the SD acceptable and it saves space on the Micro SD card which I plan to replace with the max the Camera can support which is 256 GB.
the camera has a 2 way microphone option and it streams sound as well when you open the app.
the night vision is very acceptable and does what it should flawlessly.
The video quality is up to 1920 X 1080
The camera connects on 2.4 gh wireless network, or by plugging an Ethernet cable in its back (which is better for quality and streaming delay, and more secure).
Pros:
The camera is very easy to setup and very easy to use.
I was able to connect the camera to my google home app and to stream the camera feed to my google devices like Google nest screen, and my Google assistant enabled TV by simply asking Google assistant to stream my lorex feed to one of the connected devices.
You can take pictures from within the video incase you needed to.
there is a privacy mode where the camera lens will tilt and be covered inside the casing and the microphone will stop recording. you can reach it by simply opening the app and press the privacy mode button to enable or disable it.
the price is right!
the field of view is an absured 135 degrees which provides an ultra wide view
the Camera is very fast and responsive.
you have your own storage and there is no need for a monthly subscription. when the SD card is full the camera automatically start recording over the oldest recording on the SD card.
With the push notifications option, you can decide how many notifications the app sends to your phone (extremely handy when leaving the house for a weekend or a few days).
Cons:
there is really nothing much here, but it would've been great if:
1- the camera had a follow option where it would follow movement on its own when a mode that allows it is enabled (again when travelling or out of the house)
2- I wish the USB cable was a USB instead of a Micro USB cable (but this literally have no effect on anything since the camera will be connected and left in one place for the most part).
whats in the box
- Lorex Security Camera
- Pre inserted 16 GB Micro SD card
- Micro USB to USB A cable
- USB power Adapter with 1 Amp output
- Universal mount bracket
- mount kit
- Quick start guide in English, Spanish, and french
Setup:
- I unpacked the camera, connected it to the power adapter, waited until the led light on the camera turned to solid green per the instructions, downloaded the Lorex home app, followed the instructions to add a new device, scanned the QR code, and the rest was automatic and took less than a minute. once installation was complete I went to Lorex home app and it started a quick tutorial to show me how to control the camera from the app.
everything was seamless and all advertised features worked great and fast. the pan, tilt, and zoom options are snappy to respond and very easy to use through the Lorex home app, you also have to options to record SD, and HD. I found the SD acceptable and it saves space on the Micro SD card which I plan to replace with the max the Camera can support which is 256 GB.
the camera has a 2 way microphone option and it streams sound as well when you open the app.
the night vision is very acceptable and does what it should flawlessly.
The video quality is up to 1920 X 1080
The camera connects on 2.4 gh wireless network, or by plugging an Ethernet cable in its back (which is better for quality and streaming delay, and more secure).
Pros:
The camera is very easy to setup and very easy to use.
I was able to connect the camera to my google home app and to stream the camera feed to my google devices like Google nest screen, and my Google assistant enabled TV by simply asking Google assistant to stream my lorex feed to one of the connected devices.
You can take pictures from within the video incase you needed to.
there is a privacy mode where the camera lens will tilt and be covered inside the casing and the microphone will stop recording. you can reach it by simply opening the app and press the privacy mode button to enable or disable it.
the price is right!
the field of view is an absured 135 degrees which provides an ultra wide view
the Camera is very fast and responsive.
you have your own storage and there is no need for a monthly subscription. when the SD card is full the camera automatically start recording over the oldest recording on the SD card.
With the push notifications option, you can decide how many notifications the app sends to your phone (extremely handy when leaving the house for a weekend or a few days).
Cons:
there is really nothing much here, but it would've been great if:
1- the camera had a follow option where it would follow movement on its own when a mode that allows it is enabled (again when travelling or out of the house)
2- I wish the USB cable was a USB instead of a Micro USB cable (but this literally have no effect on anything since the camera will be connected and left in one place for the most part).
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Connect an extra display to your workstation with this black Belkin USB-C to VGA charge adapter. The plug-and-play design offers fast connection of devices, while the pass-through USB-C power delivery allows convenient charging. This 60W Belkin USB-C to VGA charge adapter supports Full HD resolution for quality videos and pictures.
Customer Rating
5
made my old monitor and projector usable again
on July 15, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
The Belkin USB-C to VGA+ charge adapter was the solution to hook up an older monitor and an older projector to my laptop to display from my laptop to those legacy devices.
there is no setup required, its just plug and play and you instantly see the output from the laptop on the monitor or Projector.
the adapter is small enough to fit in my laptop bag when am on the fly and takes literally no space.
i recommend this to anyone with an old VGA monitor which can be turned into a secondary screen with this little adapter. its worth every penny.
there is no setup required, its just plug and play and you instantly see the output from the laptop on the monitor or Projector.
the adapter is small enough to fit in my laptop bag when am on the fly and takes literally no space.
i recommend this to anyone with an old VGA monitor which can be turned into a secondary screen with this little adapter. its worth every penny.
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Transform your viewing experience with this 55-inch Hisense Quantum smart TV. The Dolby Vision HDR technology and Dolby Atmos blend to deliver immersive visuals and cinema-like sound, while the Hi-View Engine and local dimming zones produce vivid and sharp image contrasts. This Hisense Quantum smart TV features AI technology for adjusting pictures automatically, and the game mode improves refresh rates for impressive responses.
Customer Rating
5
Great low mid- end 4K Android TV with a lot of cap
on May 24, 2020
Posted by: AKK1
from Fairfax, VA, USA
Unboxing:
Nothing unusual here, it came in a standard colored box with 2 Styrofoam protectors on top and bottom, and 2 Styrofoam protectors on the sides, and a panel size cardboard protection for the screen and the tv itself was covered with a thin layer of Styrofoam bag to protect it from scratches.
In the box was also the 2 piece stand, the guide, the remote control and 2 batteries to operate it, and the power cable.
Nothing unusual here, it came in a standard colored box with 2 Styrofoam protectors on top and bottom, and 2 Styrofoam protectors on the sides, and a panel size cardboard protection for the screen and the tv itself was covered with a thin layer of Styrofoam bag to protect it from scratches.
In the box was also the 2 piece stand, the guide, the remote control and 2 batteries to operate it, and the power cable.
Setting up:
Setup took less than 5 minutes after the tv was hooked to electricity, and was very simple and seamless.
After the TV was turned on, it would ask you to add your Google account info, and then to choose a wifi or wired network to complete setup and choose your application install.
Setup took less than 5 minutes after the tv was hooked to electricity, and was very simple and seamless.
After the TV was turned on, it would ask you to add your Google account info, and then to choose a wifi or wired network to complete setup and choose your application install.
Picture:
The TV default setting is Eco mode which isn’t good at all and it wouldn’t let you get the full potential of this TV. Out of the many settings available I found the Theater day mode is the best mode to get the purest picture quality and deep colors among all other settings.
You are also able to control other settings manually like sharpness, brightness, white balance to get the best possible picture for your own setting.
The TV also comes with Game mode that uses the Motion Rate of 240 to enhance the speed of refresh rate to decrease the lag and it does it very well with all types of consoles.
HDR is available on this TV and it will notify you when you play content that is shot using HDR and you will be able to tell how different and great the picture quality is depending on your internet connection speed.
The TV has the Quantom Dot color feature that allegedly unlocks over a billion color combinations for better picture quality, this feature is Unique to Hisense and its their way of branding the enhanced picture quality of this TV.
The TV default setting is Eco mode which isn’t good at all and it wouldn’t let you get the full potential of this TV. Out of the many settings available I found the Theater day mode is the best mode to get the purest picture quality and deep colors among all other settings.
You are also able to control other settings manually like sharpness, brightness, white balance to get the best possible picture for your own setting.
The TV also comes with Game mode that uses the Motion Rate of 240 to enhance the speed of refresh rate to decrease the lag and it does it very well with all types of consoles.
HDR is available on this TV and it will notify you when you play content that is shot using HDR and you will be able to tell how different and great the picture quality is depending on your internet connection speed.
The TV has the Quantom Dot color feature that allegedly unlocks over a billion color combinations for better picture quality, this feature is Unique to Hisense and its their way of branding the enhanced picture quality of this TV.
Sound quality:
The TV features Dolby Atmos sound that you will be able to experience virtual surround sound with content that is designed for it.
Sound volume and quality are decent, and like most other TV’s there are sound profiles that you can choose from. One that stood out for me is the Bedroom mode that brings the sound volume, the highs and lows down so it wouldn’t be too loud in the quiet of the night. I found this feature very pleasant and useful.
The TV features Dolby Atmos sound that you will be able to experience virtual surround sound with content that is designed for it.
Sound volume and quality are decent, and like most other TV’s there are sound profiles that you can choose from. One that stood out for me is the Bedroom mode that brings the sound volume, the highs and lows down so it wouldn’t be too loud in the quiet of the night. I found this feature very pleasant and useful.
Network connection:
I have 4 other smart TV’s, one of them is a $2500 75 inch TV from 2018 and this Hisense TV blows it out in terms of wireless connectivity speed and range. I am using this TV in the bedroom where other devices including my cell phones and tablets struggle with Wifi. This TV has very good wireless connectivity and is giving me no trouble at all and still loads everything very quickly.
I still recommend using the wired network if you can because it will give you zero lag and will offer 4K content the best.
I have 4 other smart TV’s, one of them is a $2500 75 inch TV from 2018 and this Hisense TV blows it out in terms of wireless connectivity speed and range. I am using this TV in the bedroom where other devices including my cell phones and tablets struggle with Wifi. This TV has very good wireless connectivity and is giving me no trouble at all and still loads everything very quickly.
I still recommend using the wired network if you can because it will give you zero lag and will offer 4K content the best.
Inputs:
- AV in
- Headphone jack
- Lan
- HDMI 2 (there is four of them)
- USB ( there is 2 of them)
- Antena
- Optical audio out (for sound bars and systems)
- AV in
- Headphone jack
- Lan
- HDMI 2 (there is four of them)
- USB ( there is 2 of them)
- Antena
- Optical audio out (for sound bars and systems)
Interface:
This is the biggest feature of this TV as it comes loaded with Android tv operating system. This means that you can download any streaming app available on the Google store. Its also very fast compared to a lot of high end 4K smart TV’s. the menus are very fast, application load time is almost nonexistent. There is a huge variety of apps to download and enjoy.
Another great feature is Google assistant which you can enable by pairing the TV with its remote via Bluetooth and the TV will be able to take voice commands from you like your Android phone.
The only thing that can’t be done with Google assistant is turning the TV on when its off.
Another feature that is built in this tv is Google cast that enables you to cast content from your Android phone or tablet to the TV with ease.
The TV is also Alexa compatible, meaning that you can control it and link it to your Alexa smart home devices.
This is the biggest feature of this TV as it comes loaded with Android tv operating system. This means that you can download any streaming app available on the Google store. Its also very fast compared to a lot of high end 4K smart TV’s. the menus are very fast, application load time is almost nonexistent. There is a huge variety of apps to download and enjoy.
Another great feature is Google assistant which you can enable by pairing the TV with its remote via Bluetooth and the TV will be able to take voice commands from you like your Android phone.
The only thing that can’t be done with Google assistant is turning the TV on when its off.
Another feature that is built in this tv is Google cast that enables you to cast content from your Android phone or tablet to the TV with ease.
The TV is also Alexa compatible, meaning that you can control it and link it to your Alexa smart home devices.
Remote:
The remote is very good and easy to get used to. It has 4 buttons preset for Netflix, Amazon Prime video, YouTube, and Google Play that saves you from scrolling through the menu to find those streaming services.
It also has a Google assistant button positioned in the middle of the remote for easy access.
A button to reach the apps to choose what you want directly.
The remote is very good and easy to get used to. It has 4 buttons preset for Netflix, Amazon Prime video, YouTube, and Google Play that saves you from scrolling through the menu to find those streaming services.
It also has a Google assistant button positioned in the middle of the remote for easy access.
A button to reach the apps to choose what you want directly.
Bezel:
The bezel size is very decent and almost non existent and I think it’s a great deal for a budget TV like this.
The bezel size is very decent and almost non existent and I think it’s a great deal for a budget TV like this.
Memory:
This TV comes with 4 Giga Bites of memory to download apps and use which is normal, but I think all brands should up the memory a little bit and I wouldn't recommend downloading a lot of apps that you dont really use because this will make the TV slower to load apps since the memory is very limited and the more free the memory is, the faster the TV will react.
This TV comes with 4 Giga Bites of memory to download apps and use which is normal, but I think all brands should up the memory a little bit and I wouldn't recommend downloading a lot of apps that you dont really use because this will make the TV slower to load apps since the memory is very limited and the more free the memory is, the faster the TV will react.
Final Thoughts:
This HiSense is a great budget 4K tv with Android TV and it has a very good picture and sound quality. it gives you a lot of control over the settings and the interface is very easy to use and its universal.
This HiSense is a great budget 4K tv with Android TV and it has a very good picture and sound quality. it gives you a lot of control over the settings and the interface is very easy to use and its universal.
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Create a reliable internet connection throughout your home with this Google Wi-Fi system. The convenient package of three connectivity points effortlessly covers even large homes up to 4,500 square feet. This Google Wi-Fi system eliminates uneven bandwidth usage among multiple devices, including cellphones and tablets, for an unimpeded connection that doesn't lag behind.
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