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Insignia 4K UHD Fire TV Edition is a new generation of smart TVs featuring the Fire TV experience built-in and including a Voice Remote with Alexa. With true-to-life 4K Ultra HD picture quality and access to all the movies and TV shows you love, Insignia Fire TV Edition delivers a superior TV experience that gets smarter every day. The Voice Remote with Alexa lets you do everything you'd expect from a remote—plus, easily launch apps, search for TV shows, play music, switch inputs, control smart home devices and more, using just your voice.
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I`ve been a big proponent of the upper range of TVs as it is something I use every day, but this new Fire TV definitely is a strong competitor for its price point.
Firstly, the aesthetics of the TV fit the mid-range price point very well as it is a sleek form factor and materials do not appear cheap. This carries over to the remote as it is a traditional Amazon remote and works well with the TV.
Then with the picture, this is the aspect I was exceptionally pleased about for this price point. Nowadays there are many variations of 4k and HDR so I was not expecting much for the price, but upon watching numerous shows and movies that were 4k and HDR compatible I was impressed with the picture in a variety of ways. If you are coming from anything not previously 4k and HDR you will definitely be able to tell how much sharper and clear the picture is.
Then briefly on the sound of the TV I found it very strong out of the box and didn`t find an issue at all as I didn`t have any problems with the clarity of voice or loudness. I did end up setting up a Polk soundbar through HDMI ARC and was eventually able to get it to work, however, it was not as easy as plug and play as I did have to disconnect it and reconnect it a couple times for the TV to recognize it, but since it recognized it I have not had a problem.
Then finally the smart aspect is what this TV is predominantly advertised for. This was where the TV reminded me of the price point as with the solid aesthetics and wonderful picture the smart aspect wasn`t as strong as more expensive models. For its purpose, the smart functions work great if you need the basic features of simply watching Netflix. Ironically though, there are times where I have difficulty loading Amazon specific content through Prime Video as it will constantly load and never start until I turn the TV off or unplug and plug it back in. However, both Hulu Live and Netflix have worked very fluidly. Then also I am just not a proponent of the interface as it seems very cluttered with the various ads and suggestions for content.
Overall, for the price, this is a great value and I would highly suggest it for that sub $600-$700 range. Both the aesthetics and picture were strong points for me, but the interface did fall a little short for me at times. If you can bare the small little bugs every once and awhile I would definitely recommend this TV.
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Listen to tunes in peace with these Sony headphones. Their noise-canceling processor blocks out background noise so you can fully enjoy your playlist, and the Smart Listening feature adjusts noise-canceling levels based on your activity. Quickly charge these Sony headphones in only 10 minutes to provide 30 hours of battery life. Industry Leading Noise Cancellation. *As of August 30, 2018. According to research by Sony Corporation measured using JEITA-compliant guidelines. In headband-style of wireless noise-canceling headphones market.
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Sound, Comfort, and Quality
on September 22, 2018
Posted by: MRWilson
from Fort Wayne, IN
Being someone that has always been an avid fan of over-ear headphones these are definitely at the top of my list and have become my everyday headphones. After using these you definitely will not want to go back to other headphones. To get right into it, the main feature that sets these apart is the noise cancellation. With overear headphones there is a big difference stepping up to each price point and originally I had thought I`d be able to settle in that $150-$200 range, but the noise cancellation that Sony was able to incorporate in these is astonishing and is definitely something that can`t be imagined until you actually use it as I can`t sing its praises enough. With the great noise cancellation comes great sound quality and the ability to cancel out outside noises only makes the crispness in the sound quality that much better. Without writing a book I will say that with the superior noise cancellation and full/crisp sound quality audio is amazing with these headphones.
However, there are other headphones on the market that have great sound quality as well, but some of the other features of these headphones help set it apart even more aside from just the great noise cancellation. One major factor for me with headphones is aesthetics and these headphones are great in that they provide a very minimal design that is not overly bulky yet also provide superior comfort similar to those that do have the massive earcups that focus specifically on comfort. The build quality is also exceptional as you can tell quality materials have been used and the fact that it uses USB-C to charge is a great edition which helps future proof them. With this comes the fast charge ability in that in only 15 minutes of charging you get about 5 hours of battery life with a full charge only taking a couple hours. Then finally the touch features actually are very responsive as opposed to other models that attempt this feature so that is definitely a plus instead of having to memorize where all the buttons are for each function.
Overall I just can`t say enough positive things about these headphones as they are great in nearly every dimension and pack so many features I`m sure I have missed one or two. I would definitely recommend these over nearly every other pair of headphones in the market as the noise cancellation simply can`t be beat, especially at this price point.
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Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 is a super-portable wireless speaker built for adventure. It rocks balanced 360° sound, deep bass, and is seriously waterproof, drop proof. Plus, BOOM 3 features the all-new Magic Button, for one-touch music controls. And it’s wrapped in a stunning, two-tone, high-performance fabric. The ultimate go-anywhere speaker.
Customer Rating
5
Great Sound in a Small Package
on September 16, 2018
Posted by: MRWilson
from Fort Wayne, IN
I have always been impressed with the Bluetooth speakers that Ultimate Ears has released and the Boom 3 is no exception. The build quality is once again exceptional and I really like the new texture on the outside of the Boom 3 that differs from the older models as it feels great and gives it a more high quality look. You can definitely tell that high quality materials were used building these speakers.
The sound is exceptional with this speaker for the size as it is difficult to find smaller Bluetooth speakers that don`t distort vocals too much or drown them out with base as the volume is increased, but the Boom 3 does a great job with this.
The ability to navigate songs, play/pause, and turn the volume up/down are extremely simple which is appreciated. The massive volume buttons with this are probably my favorite aspect of any Bluetooth speaker as they look stylish yet greatly improve functionality.
The ruggedness of this speaker is great and the fact that it is not only waterproof, but also floats is so useful as it allows it to be taken on a lake or ocean and you don`t have to worry about it falling off a boat and sinking like many other waterproof speakers.
One other small aspect I did want to mention is the loop on top of the speaker that allows it to be hung from numerous places instead of having to mess with metal mounts that make you have to screw it in.
Overall, this is my favorite portable bluetooth speaker for outdoor activities as the look, ruggedness, and overall performance are exceptional!
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Party all night with this LG PK7 portable Bluetooth speaker. It uses Meridian Audio technology and dual tweeters for excellent sound quality, while the 22 hours of playback time keep you dancing. Get the perfect celebratory atmosphere with the LED multicolor mood lighting on this LG PK7 portable Bluetooth speaker.
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5
Great Quality and Clear Sound
on September 16, 2018
Posted by: MRWilson
from Fort Wayne, IN
Recently LG has been impressing me with the overall quality of all their products and with this new portable speaker they have become my favorite hardware company.
Firstly, the overall build quality is very solid and sturdy as you can tell instantly out of the box that LG used high quality components with making this speaker. Along with this I absolutely love the look of this speaker as I`ve had many “party” bluetooth speakers that were large and odd shaped and this one is much smaller and is just as loud. Some may complain that it is heavy, but for the sound it puts out it is definitely worth it and the carrying handle is so much better than other large Bluetooth speakers.
As I had mentioned the sound with this speaker gets exceptionally loud along with it being very clear and not entirely overwhelmed with bass like man other larger Bluetooth speakers.
The small features like the smart assistant and strobe lights work great, but are items I do not use much though any additional features such as these are solid additions.
Overall, I know the price is on the higher end, but it is definitely worth it as the overall build quality of this speaker is tremendous and paired with the booming and clear sound quality make this one of the best Bluetooth speakers I`ve used.
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Enjoy crisp, colorful picture quality with this Full HD HP monitor. The ultrathin bezel on the 27-inch screen provides an expansive viewing area so you can stay productive, and its AMD FreeSync technology reduces input lag and screen tearing. This HP monitor has two HDMI ports for connecting gaming consoles and other devices.
Customer Rating
5
Modern Sleek Monitor at a Great Price
on August 21, 2018
Posted by: MRWilson
from Fort Wayne, IN
I have been using an all-in-one desktop for a couple weeks now and finally was able to add a second monitor to my setup and after going to a second monitor it has been difficult only using one. However, HP has done a great job with this new lineup of monitors in my opinion as it has fit my needs perfectly. The monitor itself is visually appealing and has a very sleek and modern look to it with its minimal bezels which is a nice addition when compared to older models. This sleek look also goes with a steady base which is nice as you don`t have to worry about wobble as you can tell this is a very stable monitor made with solid quality materials.
Then the actual performance of the monitor has been great as well as the colors have been very vivid while watching various videos and streams from Netflix, Twitch, and YouTube. I have not touched the settings much as the preset settings were actually fairly good out of the box. The matte finish is very nice as glare had previously been an issue with some other monitors I`ve had.
Overall for the price, this is a great monitor with its minimal/sleek look and outstanding performance.
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Keep up with work using this Dell Inspiron all-in-one computer. A 23.8-inch Full HD touchscreen hides away the Intel Core i7 processor and 12GB of RAM, so you only have one unit to contend with. A huge 1TB hard drive and wireless-AC Wi-Fi ensure data storage and transfer remain simple on this Dell Inspiron all-in-one computer.
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4
Modern PC at a Reasonable Price
on August 18, 2018
Posted by: MRWilson
from Fort Wayne, IN
With this being my first all in one desktop computer I can definitely say that I am pleased with the results of what Dell has been able to do with this machine. First and foremost I am not a PC gamer (prefer console) so my intention was not to game on this PC and thus the lack of a high powered graphics card was not a deterrent at all. After using this PC I definitely enjoy having the components of the computer wrapped in with the monitor as the space it does truly save is dramatic. I`m not going to go into the numerous specs and speed tests as those can be found more in depth on other sites, but am just giving my basic view on this product from a casual desktop user`s experience that includes your traditional video watching, Internet surfing, and Office Suites processing activities.
One of the important aspects to me with a desktop computer is the build quality and overall cosmetics of the computer as it is something that will sit in my home that is seen every day and I can say that I am not ashamed to have this computer sitting on my desk. The build quality is very sound with a solid base being used and the exterior is not made entirely of cheap plastic as can be seen with more budget conscious models. One of the small negatives I did have with this computer was the included mouse and keyboard as it is nice that they are now including wireless mice and keyboards, but you can tell that costs were reduced in this area as they are not the greatest of quality and I would recommend picking up a separate mouse and keyboard.
Then leading into the screen I do enjoy the minimal bezels as it is nice to see Dell slimming down the machine to reduce these bezels and form that minimalist look. The addition of a touch screen is something I still am not quite sure of for desktops and laptops, but the addition of it is a nice feature to have on those rare occasions as when showing someone something on a webpage or document you can simply touch the screen as opposed to taking control of the mouse or keyboard. The screen is something I enjoy having as the glare is very minimal (if any) and the colors are not diluted in the slightest as they are in some “antiglare” screens. Then for a 1080 resolution screen the picture quality and sharpness is not bad either. Thus regarding the outside of the computer the build quality is exceptional and the screen is very solid for this price range.
Finally regarding the actual performance of the computer as this is the most aspect of the computer I can definitely say I am satisfied. Coming from anything less than an i5 or comparable processor you can definitely notice a difference in speeds especially when loading various videos or streams whether they be from Netflix, YouTube, Twitch, etc. Also, with having a USB type C port is nice along with multiple USB 3.0 ports as it does speed up a variety of processes as opposed to standard USB 2.0. The performance of the webcam is what can be expected as it does the job, but obviously isn`t gonna be on that high end.
Overall, for the price you are paying it is a very solid PC. In my opinion it is in that sweet spot where you get a vast variety of all the new features that modern PCs have, but you are not paying up to get the high ends of those features (which in many cases is not necessary). The nice thing though is that if you are looking to upgrade a hard drive it is very easy to open the computer and put in the desired replacement and many other high end components can be added on later. Thus, I would recommend this PC for normal home, office, and school use as it comes with a variety of new features and functions appropriately to support them.
Note: I did have issues at first with faded vertical bars on my screen, but upon rebooting the computer and reinstalling some updates/drivers it does seem to be fine now.
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Control the battlefield with the exceptionally engineered RIG 500 PRO HX headset, designed for Xbox . With its lightweight exoskeleton, precisely-tuned acoustic chambers, powerful 50 mm drivers and the first-ever RIG game audio dial delivering intuitive volume control.
Customer Rating
5
Great Entry Level Headset
on August 17, 2018
Posted by: MRWilson
from Fort Wayne, IN
Over the years I`ve used a multitude of gaming headsets, but I had yet to use one by Plantronics, but I can say my first experience with Plantronics has been great and I have been extremely impressed with this product.
Firstly, with the overall aesthetics and build quality I don`t hesitate to give it a thumbs up as I am very conscious of the look of my headsets and I enjoy the subtle black and gold color scheme that isn’t bold and in your face and with this price range it is definitely nice not to have a cheap feeling entirely plastic built headset.
The fit of the headset works great for me as I have a smaller head and many headsets now are overly bulky as they attempt to take noise canceling and an abundance of drivers to the extreme leading to a massive headset. This headset is able to do that while also creating a more compact form factor that I can appreciate. The comfort is also exceptional with these as I have used them for a couple prolonged sessions so far and have not had any issues at all as the earcups are very comfortable and the headset is truly lightweight and not cumbersome in the slightest.
Then in regards to the most important aspect in the performance of the headset I was definitely impressed with how well they performed for this price range. Many times headsets will get solid reviews and a good feedback from the community as a result of just having overpowering bass so that explosions really pop and footsteps become overbearing, but this headset is able to balance those aspects nearly perfectly so that all aspects of the environment can be heard.
I also really enjoy the convenience of the boom mic being able to flip up and mute yourself and a huge aspect for headsets in this price range is that the boom mic is actually detachable which is a major plus. I`m also one that prefers to have volume controls near the controller so that I can turn the volume up quickly in those tense moments to better hear sounds then adjust it back accordingly once a round or match is over and having the easy to turn dial right there is amazing.
Overall I would definitely recommend these to someone looking for that sweet spot of the price range that doesn`t want to shell out hundreds of dollars for a headset, but is looking for something a little more than your generic stereo sounding headset and this headset is exactly that in that it provides a great build quality, exceptional comfortability, and a well-balanced sound.
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
Customer Rating
5
Sleek and Minimalistic. Nearly Perfect!
on July 18, 2018
Posted by: MRWilson
from Fort Wayne, IN
I have used multiple sound bars in the past 2-3 years as I disliked the visual appearance and overall complexity of using a full 5.1 or 7.1 setup for multiple years and finally with the Sonos Beam I feel as though we are almost at a perfect spot for sound bars.
Firstly, the appearance of this device is wonderful as it is so sleek and minimalistic that it fits perfectly into nearly any space without taking up a massive amount of room or looking overly bulky. You can tell that attention to detail was made throughout the product as one thing I do appreciate is that the top is concave so that you are not seeing the power lights out of the corner of your eye while trying to watch something. This attention to detail is also evident in the power cable and included HDMI cord as there is no big brick for the power cable and both cords are very thin and give a sleek appeal that is perfect for concealing in an entertainment setup.
The simplicity and minimalistic aspects with devices nowadays is something I have really begun to appreciate to which the Sonos Beam fits both those nearly perfectly. Setting the Sonos Beam up is similar to that of other Sonos products as you simply set it up through the app on your phone and with using 2 additional Sonos Ones as rear speakers connecting them together was extremely fluid (especially compared to running speaker wire throughout a room/wall and to a receiver). It took less than 10 minutes to set everything up through the app to which the majority of the time was spent waiting for wifi and everything to connect to each other. Then with using the app and having Alexa built in there is no need for a remote which is great because having multiple remotes can become annoying once devices and streaming products are added to a setup. Also with just having one HDMI cord and the power cable running from the sound bar cuts down on the clutter of wires tremendously.
Then the sound of the device to which is the obvious main purpose of buying the Sonos Beam was definitely solid for only $400. Obviously larger sound bars may have more bass and speakers with the size increase, but for the price this sound bar definitely competes with those in the $500-$600 range and with the additional Sonos speakers setup as rear speakers it definitely competes with a full wired setup plus you obviously are getting the addition of Alexa versus a higher priced sound bar or traditional setup.
With Alexa though this is my only con of the Sonos Beam or else it would be a completely perfect device that I would recommend to everyone. I unfortunately am someone more entrenched in the Google Assistant ecosystem (whole other discussion) and as of yet Sonos still does not have this available for any of its products though supposedly it is on the horizon. The other difficulty I did have was at times Alexa did not hear me while I had a movie or music playing and I did have to raise my voice in order to trigger an action, but this is something that at this price point and with all the other various positive aspects is nitpicking, but it was nearly the only negative I experienced.
Overall though, I am extremely satisfied with the Sonos Beam and when/if Sonos ever does roll out Google Assistant compatibility this would definitely be a top notch product as the appearance, simplicity, and sound are exceptional!
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Add lighting control to your smart home platform with this Sengled bulb three-pack plus hub. The hub controls up to 64 smart bulbs, turning them on or off and dimming them in response to app or voice assistant commands and programs. This Sengled bulb three-pack plus hub includes classic A19-style bulbs for compatibility with most home fixtures.
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I had begun expanding my smart home appliances and functionality recently and this product works absolutely perfect with all my other products configured with Google Assistant.
Firstly, I`ve learned that ease of setup when it comes to smart home devices is of great importance and the ease that this product was able to do that was refreshing. The ability to have one hub for all of the bulbs in my home (up to 64) is great knowing that I won`t have to spend more on more hubs or mess with a variety of other products trying to combine various features.
The simplicity of the app is also great as it is bare bones and this is very welcome as it creates a simplicity that allows everything to function quickly and efficiently. The ability to control my lights when I am away and set routines is great and definitely is worth the upgrade to these smart bulbs.
Overall, I am very pleased with these as they do exactly what I need that some cheaper more generic alternatives do not offer and not as expensive and complex as some other brands. For me this is a perfect happy medium and I look forward to purchasing more Element bulbs to use throughout my entire home.
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Replenish the battery life of an Apple or Android device with this 10W Belkin wireless charger. It provides fast charging speeds to save time in your busy day, and it minimizes electromagnetic noise to ensure full device functionality. This white Belkin wireless charger is compatible with phones that have plastic cases up to 3mm thick.
Customer Rating
5
Amazingly Fast and Convenient
on June 24, 2018
Posted by: MRWilson
from Fort Wayne, IN
I`ve had my iPhone X since launch, but had yet to use a wireless charger until this product and as a result I definitely wish I had used one sooner.
The asthetics of the device are great as I love the white color that matches my phone perfectly and the light on the side that indicates whether my phone is charging or not keeps that great sense of minimalism as this is the only indicator/switch on the device. Then the rubberized aspects on both the top and bottom are of great convenience and are part of what set this product as superior to cheaper alternatives.
As far as the charging aspect I have not had an issue at all. The thing that has amazed me is how much quicker this product charges my phone. I had contemplated getting the fast charge adapter, but have now realized how much quicker this charges than the default apple charging adapter.
Overall, the exceptional build quality and asthetics coupled with the actual charging capabilities definitely makes this product stand out from other generic brands. I definitely would recommend this product to anyone with a phone with wireless charging capabilities.
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Customize your home theater system with this Samsung sound bar. The 1.5-inch tweeters and the 6.5-inch subwoofer deliver crisp, powerful sound, while the included remote control allows easy multimedia handling. This Samsung sound bar has Bluetooth connectivity for streaming audio files from compatible devices smoothly, and the wall-mountable design helps declutter your space.
What are the dimensions of the included soundbar bracket(s)? Any recommendation for position of the soundbar in relation to the TV (Q60T) such that the up/out projection of sound is not blocked by the TV if the soundbar is mounted to the brackets/wall.
The bracket is 2 feet wide and 2 inches tall. The manual recommends mounting it at least 2 inches under your TV, but I would recommend 3 as you would not want any sound reverberating off your TV when it uses Dobly Atmos.
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Customize your home theater system with this Samsung sound bar. The 1.5-inch tweeters and the 6.5-inch subwoofer deliver crisp, powerful sound, while the included remote control allows easy multimedia handling. This Samsung sound bar has Bluetooth connectivity for streaming audio files from compatible devices smoothly, and the wall-mountable design helps declutter your space.
Is a cable hdmi included?
Customize your home theater system with this Samsung sound bar. The 1.5-inch tweeters and the 6.5-inch subwoofer deliver crisp, powerful sound, while the included remote control allows easy multimedia handling. This Samsung sound bar has Bluetooth connectivity for streaming audio files from compatible devices smoothly, and the wall-mountable design helps declutter your space.
Does this have to be used with a Samsung TV?
No, I currently use it with an LG and it works perfectly.
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Customize your home theater system with this Samsung sound bar. The 1.5-inch tweeters and the 6.5-inch subwoofer deliver crisp, powerful sound, while the included remote control allows easy multimedia handling. This Samsung sound bar has Bluetooth connectivity for streaming audio files from compatible devices smoothly, and the wall-mountable design helps declutter your space.
What are the dimensions of the included soundbar bracket(s)? Any recommendation for position of the soundbar in relation to the TV (Q60T) such that the up/out projection of sound is not blocked by the TV if the soundbar is mounted to the brackets/wall.
The bracket is 2 feet wide and about 2 inches tall. The manual mentions mounting at least 2 inches below the TV though I would recommend about 3 inches just to be sure as you would not want to block the sound that reverberates off the ceiling when using Atmos.
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