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Designed with 299Wh capacity and charging up to 6 devices at once, the Anker SOLIX 522 is a best portable battery powered generator to power your 99% consumer electronics like cell phone, laptop, drones, fan, TV and etc when you are in on-the-go off grid adventures(camping, tailgating, RV road trip , gateway) or as an emergency home backup if the electricity goes out unexpectedly. As a portable power station, it weighs only 8.6 pounds, making it a breeze to carry around.
Customer Rating
5
Great for Peace of Mind...and Camping!
on November 20, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
I've had back-up battery packs in the past, enough to charge my phone a few times, but I've never had something like this that could really come in handy in an emergency. I've always wanted the peace of mind to keep devices charged and the home lit in case of an extended power outage, and this generator does the trick.
While you won't be running many heavy duty appliances with it like HVAC systems, what it will do for you is keep your emergency devices powered up (phones, tablets, etc), run most smaller appliances, and give you multiple methods to keep the generator itself charged up. It can be charged by your standard electrical outlet, the auxiliary power outlet in your car (cable included), or by using a USBC charging cable (not included) that you may already have in your home for other devices. There is a 4th way to charge this generator if you own a solar panel and also the necessary adapter/connector to plug in to the DC port. I have a solar panel but need to shop for the right adapter.
Things I liked:
- The LED light helps you see what you are doing in the event of an emergency (which is probably why you have this device to begin with). It is also very handy for lighting up a small area like a tent when camping.
- The display provides you with some very useful information including estimated time to recharge, how many watts are being used at a given time, and estimated remaining power % based on current power usage. For instance, when I have the battery near full charge and turn the LED light on, it tells me I have about 59 hours of power left.
- The power saving mode is a welcome feature to keep you from overcharging or wasting power with devices that are left plugged in. The charging is automatically stopped when devices reach capacity.
- The 5 year warranty is pretty impressive.
- Back-up power without needing to fire up a gas generator? Sign me up!
- The LED light helps you see what you are doing in the event of an emergency (which is probably why you have this device to begin with). It is also very handy for lighting up a small area like a tent when camping.
- The display provides you with some very useful information including estimated time to recharge, how many watts are being used at a given time, and estimated remaining power % based on current power usage. For instance, when I have the battery near full charge and turn the LED light on, it tells me I have about 59 hours of power left.
- The power saving mode is a welcome feature to keep you from overcharging or wasting power with devices that are left plugged in. The charging is automatically stopped when devices reach capacity.
- The 5 year warranty is pretty impressive.
- Back-up power without needing to fire up a gas generator? Sign me up!
This is an excellent option for anyone looking to have a small safety net in their home that can not only provide light, but also keep your most important devices and many appliances working in a pinch.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Essential Outdoor Camera delivers smart home security with clear 1080p HD resolution. You’ll get alerts and be able to watch live video right from your phone. Use the Integrated Spotlight Ward to ward off intruders or trigger the Integrated Siren automatically or manually from the Arlo Secure App. Even in low light you’ll be able to identify details with Color Night Vision. Or try the noise-canceling audio to hear and speak clearly with visitors. Setup is quick and easy and only takes minutes by connecting directly to Wi-Fi. You can install it with full confidence thanks to its rechargeable battery and weather-resistant design. An Arlo Secure plan trial is included. After trial, a paid plan is required to keep premium features like 30-day video cloud storage, People, Package, Vehicle Detection, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.
Customer Rating
3
Gets the job done, but was challenging to set up
on November 14, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
I've used a set of Arlo security cameras in the past and was very happy with them. I expected a similar experience with this new model but that was not the case.
Pros:
- While it was difficult to set up, being able to connect directly to your home's WiFi is a nice feature. Having extra hubs connected to your router can take up space and ruin aesthetics.
- Video quality was excellent both live and during playback.
- The alarm feature is something I plan to use. I like how when you get a notification that motion has been detected, you have an immediate option to sound the alarm. I can't wait to test this out on unwanted solicitors that show up at my door. The volume is loud, but not to the point where you would get hearing damage.
- While it was difficult to set up, being able to connect directly to your home's WiFi is a nice feature. Having extra hubs connected to your router can take up space and ruin aesthetics.
- Video quality was excellent both live and during playback.
- The alarm feature is something I plan to use. I like how when you get a notification that motion has been detected, you have an immediate option to sound the alarm. I can't wait to test this out on unwanted solicitors that show up at my door. The volume is loud, but not to the point where you would get hearing damage.
Cons:
- The setup process was very challenging. While Arlo is upfront that connecting directly to your home WiFi (no hub) will require you to take certain steps (using only your router's 2.4GHz band), those steps did not work for me right away. I gave up in frustration after many tries and then waited until the next day to try again. Luckily, things went more smoothly the next day and I was finally able to get the camera working and update the firmware. This model is probably not the best option for folks with low technical skill or low patience to adjust settings in their router. The steps are not terribly difficult, however, if you have some technical skill.
- I am not a fan of the Arlo Secure app. It just wasn't user-friendly and didn't seem modern, as if it was designed 10 years ago.
- I could not get the microphone to work without an echo. Hopefully a firmware update can fix this in the future.
- The setup process was very challenging. While Arlo is upfront that connecting directly to your home WiFi (no hub) will require you to take certain steps (using only your router's 2.4GHz band), those steps did not work for me right away. I gave up in frustration after many tries and then waited until the next day to try again. Luckily, things went more smoothly the next day and I was finally able to get the camera working and update the firmware. This model is probably not the best option for folks with low technical skill or low patience to adjust settings in their router. The steps are not terribly difficult, however, if you have some technical skill.
- I am not a fan of the Arlo Secure app. It just wasn't user-friendly and didn't seem modern, as if it was designed 10 years ago.
- I could not get the microphone to work without an echo. Hopefully a firmware update can fix this in the future.
I was a fan of Arlo, but this model missed the mark for me.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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The IdeaPad 1 raises the bar on every affordable laptop with a super-efficient Intel Celeron N4020 processor in a thin and compact 17.9 mm chassis that makes multitasking a breeze while boosting energy efficiency with up-to-11 hours of battery life and rapid charge. Get more value with four-sided narrow bezels for maximum screen, Dolby Audio speakers and Flip to Start for instant boot up. Optimize your video call experience with a 720p camera that comes with a privacy shutter to keep out prying eyes and Smart Noise Cancelling to cut out background noise.
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4
Very Affordable, but with Limitations
on November 13, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
If you are on a tight budget but really need to have a computer that runs Windows, this is probably your best option. However, as you would expect with a laptop with such a low price point, there are drawbacks.
Pros:
- The size is terrific for portability. It's very light and easy to fit into any carrying case or backpack
- The display is very nice, considering the price (720p HD)
- It is automatically set up in Windows S mode for security/performance. S mode prevents non-Microsoft apps from being installed. This is a good option if a child is using it, as kids can easily find a way to accidentally install malware. Adults will want to disable S mode so that they can use the device more freely, including using a browser of their choice. In S mode, you must use Microsoft Edge.
- The size is terrific for portability. It's very light and easy to fit into any carrying case or backpack
- The display is very nice, considering the price (720p HD)
- It is automatically set up in Windows S mode for security/performance. S mode prevents non-Microsoft apps from being installed. This is a good option if a child is using it, as kids can easily find a way to accidentally install malware. Adults will want to disable S mode so that they can use the device more freely, including using a browser of their choice. In S mode, you must use Microsoft Edge.
Cons:
- With a low end CPU and only 4 GB or RAM, loading times will seem to take forever compared to basically any other laptop you have used.
- Be prepared to use cloud storage or an external storage device if you have a need to store large files.
- With a low end CPU and only 4 GB or RAM, loading times will seem to take forever compared to basically any other laptop you have used.
- Be prepared to use cloud storage or an external storage device if you have a need to store large files.
This is a good option for a child's first laptop. Since it is so inexpensive you don't have to worry as much about them damaging it and the added security benefits of S mode will benefit them. For most adults, I would look at other options.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make everyday entertainment epic with the Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 Smart Streaming Laser Projector. Whether watching movies and TV shows or gaming with the whole family, the Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 delivers an immersive experience for everyone with amazing 4K PRO-UHD (1) picture quality. The larger-than-life display size up to 120" provides a front-row seat to all the action and the convenient ultra short throw design allows the projector to be placed close to the wall for easy viewing. Perfect for your living room, the Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 features advanced 3-chip 3LCD technology to produce crisp, clear and colorful images—even in brightly lit environments. And, with the Epson Setting Assistant app (2), projector setup is faster and easier than ever.
Customer Rating
5
Impressive Picture AND Audio
on November 10, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
This projector is high-end and uses new Laser tech in order to give it significant advantages over traditional projectors. It provides some pretty fantastic features and the best picture I have seen in any home projector.
Pros:
- The picture quality is top notch (see photos). 4k content was beautiful, and I even watched some old-school cartoons in standard definition. They really popped!
- You don't need a pitch black room to use this projector. This tech allows for moderately lit rooms to still display the image clearly because of how brightly it projects.
- With this projector, you no longer need to worry about where/how to mount it! It can simply be placed where a TV would be, roughly a foot from the wall, and the image will be projected up to a 120" diagonal. And since it is placed so close to the wall, you no longer have issues with people walking in front and casting shadows.
- Most people will want to connect a soundbar via the HDMIarc or the optical port, but the onboard speakers (Yamaha) are really quite good!
- This image seemed to auto focus, although there is a dial to fine-tune as needed. But I didn't need to tweak it ever.
- There is less heat and noise than traditional projectors. You can barely hear the fan and much less heat is kicked out, which is super annoying with older projector tech.
- Since the laser tech can be dangerous to look at, a safety feature detects when people get close and it shuts down the projection. This is great for folks with kids that don't know any better!
- Android TV provides a convenient hub to run all of your favorite apps and stream your favorite content. It was easy to set up through my Google account.
- The picture quality is top notch (see photos). 4k content was beautiful, and I even watched some old-school cartoons in standard definition. They really popped!
- You don't need a pitch black room to use this projector. This tech allows for moderately lit rooms to still display the image clearly because of how brightly it projects.
- With this projector, you no longer need to worry about where/how to mount it! It can simply be placed where a TV would be, roughly a foot from the wall, and the image will be projected up to a 120" diagonal. And since it is placed so close to the wall, you no longer have issues with people walking in front and casting shadows.
- Most people will want to connect a soundbar via the HDMIarc or the optical port, but the onboard speakers (Yamaha) are really quite good!
- This image seemed to auto focus, although there is a dial to fine-tune as needed. But I didn't need to tweak it ever.
- There is less heat and noise than traditional projectors. You can barely hear the fan and much less heat is kicked out, which is super annoying with older projector tech.
- Since the laser tech can be dangerous to look at, a safety feature detects when people get close and it shuts down the projection. This is great for folks with kids that don't know any better!
- Android TV provides a convenient hub to run all of your favorite apps and stream your favorite content. It was easy to set up through my Google account.
Cons:
- With lesser projectors in the past, I have been able to project on the white walls in my home. But since this projector provides such a bright and crisp image, it was easy to see the texture of my walls. I'm going to need to get a projector screen, which is what most folks do with projectors anyway.
- With lesser projectors in the past, I have been able to project on the white walls in my home. But since this projector provides such a bright and crisp image, it was easy to see the texture of my walls. I'm going to need to get a projector screen, which is what most folks do with projectors anyway.
This is the best projector I have ever owned, or seen in others' homes. It's certainly high-end and would be a great addition to any living room or media room.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Whether your mess is wet or dry, the Roomba Combo i5+ robot vacuum and mop can double up on cleaning tasks with one machine. From spilled crackers to every day shoe prints—this robot can handle it. Set it to vacuum only or vacuum & mop your hard floors by swapping in the Roomba Combo Bin.
Customer Rating
4
Solid Power and Nice Features
on November 2, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
I have owned robot vacuums from many different manufacturers, but this was my first Roomba by iRobot. This is one of their newest models that has both vacuuming and mopping features, as well as a self-emptying dock.
Pros:
- The suction power was very good. I've had vacuums struggle to pick up cheerios off the kitchen floor before but this Roomba had no issues. Carpeted floors looked great after a single lap.
- The app allows you to map rooms and schedule cleanings when, where, and however often you like.
- Despite having good suction power, this vacuum is not very loud. You can run it while watching television and not be distracted.
- The mopping feature works well, but I don't anticipate using it very often. It doesn't save you much time and you can get a more thorough cleaning the old-fashioned way.
- I was impressed by this Roomba's ability to navigate between chair legs under my dining room table (see picture). This is something other vacuums have struggled with greatly in the past as they would get stuck and call for help. This iRobot could find its way in and out without issue.
- The suction power was very good. I've had vacuums struggle to pick up cheerios off the kitchen floor before but this Roomba had no issues. Carpeted floors looked great after a single lap.
- The app allows you to map rooms and schedule cleanings when, where, and however often you like.
- Despite having good suction power, this vacuum is not very loud. You can run it while watching television and not be distracted.
- The mopping feature works well, but I don't anticipate using it very often. It doesn't save you much time and you can get a more thorough cleaning the old-fashioned way.
- I was impressed by this Roomba's ability to navigate between chair legs under my dining room table (see picture). This is something other vacuums have struggled with greatly in the past as they would get stuck and call for help. This iRobot could find its way in and out without issue.
Cons:
- During the set-up process with the app, the vacuum had difficulty connecting over WiFi. Luckily the app circumvented this issue automatically after a few failed attempts and everything was good after that.
- I have a two story home and had difficulty mapping multiple floors. I tried to find information about how to use this device in a home with multiple floors but couldn't find anything. I'm left to conclude that it's best to just have one device for each floor so they can dock and not have to be moved manually.
- During the set-up process with the app, the vacuum had difficulty connecting over WiFi. Luckily the app circumvented this issue automatically after a few failed attempts and everything was good after that.
- I have a two story home and had difficulty mapping multiple floors. I tried to find information about how to use this device in a home with multiple floors but couldn't find anything. I'm left to conclude that it's best to just have one device for each floor so they can dock and not have to be moved manually.
This is a solid robot vacuum with nice features that can save you time and keep your house clean, even when you aren't home!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing the Snaptain E20 2.7K QHD Camera Drone, a groundbreaking addition to the world of drones. Experience the future of aerial photography with its effortless and intelligent operation, featuring one-click take-off and one-click landing capabilities. With the E20, you'll unlock new horizons and capture stunning moments with its smooth FPV images. Elevate your drone flying experience with Snaptain's E20 – where simplicity meets innovation.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Budget Drone
on October 18, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
Many drones on the market are quite pricey. The Snaptain E20 is a cost friendly drone that can still provide many of the features you are probably looking for. This was my first drone, and I was pleasantly surprised with its capabilities.
Pros:
- The set up process was pretty simple. The provided instructions are more than sufficient to get you going.
- The controller has a phone mount that worked perfectly for me, holding it securely in place. I connected an older android smart phone and was able to run the app smoothly.
- The app provides a beautiful live stream of what your drone's camera sees. And the controller has a cool function that lets you pivot the camera up and down, zoom, and also gives you access to convenient trigger buttons to take photos or record a video.
- The best thing about this drone is the price. Drones can easily be lost or broken, so I love that if that happens, I will not feel as bad as if I had spent a ton of money.
- Lastly, this drone seems well built and was able to hold up just fine when I would accidentally fly into some bushes or land with more force than intended.
- The set up process was pretty simple. The provided instructions are more than sufficient to get you going.
- The controller has a phone mount that worked perfectly for me, holding it securely in place. I connected an older android smart phone and was able to run the app smoothly.
- The app provides a beautiful live stream of what your drone's camera sees. And the controller has a cool function that lets you pivot the camera up and down, zoom, and also gives you access to convenient trigger buttons to take photos or record a video.
- The best thing about this drone is the price. Drones can easily be lost or broken, so I love that if that happens, I will not feel as bad as if I had spent a ton of money.
- Lastly, this drone seems well built and was able to hold up just fine when I would accidentally fly into some bushes or land with more force than intended.
Cons:
- While I expect pretty much any drone has this issue, I had trouble using it when there was anything but the lightest of breezes. I suspect that more expensive drones have capabilities to better stabilize in the wind.
- If you have issues with the micro SD card not being detected, make sure you are connecting to the drone via Wi-Fi. My phone kept auto-connecting back to my home Wi-Fi so you will want to disable that.
- While I expect pretty much any drone has this issue, I had trouble using it when there was anything but the lightest of breezes. I suspect that more expensive drones have capabilities to better stabilize in the wind.
- If you have issues with the micro SD card not being detected, make sure you are connecting to the drone via Wi-Fi. My phone kept auto-connecting back to my home Wi-Fi so you will want to disable that.
Overall, this is a great beginner drone at a terrific price point. I highly recommend it to anyone that is looking to get into the hobby or is just looking for a low cost option to take aerial photos/video.
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
High Quality at a Great Price
on October 16, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
This is not my first Android phone, as I have owned other Pixel releases, so I was looking forward to seeing the improvements they made with this model.
The first thing I love about Pixel phones is that the hardware is made by Google. When paired with their Android OS, you can tell that there is an advantage when the same company is providing both the hardware and software. Everything works smoothly and seamlessly. And from my experience, Pixel phones tend to get the latest and greatest OS updates before most other Android phones.
The Pixel 8 continues the tradition of having a very good camera. This model comes with a 50 megapixel front-facing camera. I got some great shots at a high school football game the other night and was impressed with the crispness of the colors and the fantastic resolution (see photo). The included photo editing tools are always top-notch if you need to make any tweaks.
The battery life has been the most impressive thing about the Pixel 8 so far. I went over 2 days before needing to charge it, even while using it more than I would normally during the first few days of owning it.
This model comes with 128GB of storage which is more than enough for pretty much anyone. I also love the display which has a 120Hz refresh rate. The scrolling was incredibly smooth.
One last thing that stood out as a cool feature is that when adding contacts, people's addresses would autocomplete after I started to input them. This was really cool and saved me a lot of time.
Overall, this is a great phone that not only comes with fantastic features, but is a terrific value even when not on sale. So many of the new phones out there are priced at $1000 or more but you can get great quality at a fraction of the price with the Pixel 8.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Game on a retro-inspired Dell G15 5535 gaming laptop with all the modern essentials for everyday gaming. Equipped with 15.6" FHD 120 Hz Display for immersive gameplay. Experience powerful gaming experience with the latest AMD Ryzen 5 CPU.
Customer Rating
5
Affordable and Versatile Gaming Laptop
on October 15, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
Gamers shopping for laptops these days have a lot of options. The G15 model from Dell falls in the mid-range from a price and performance perspective and is perfect for people on a budget that still want to play newer games at decent settings.
After spending nearly a week with this laptop, I found that I was able to play any game in my Steam library without issue and experienced beautiful visuals on the HD screen (with a 120Hz refresh rate) and strong frame rates. While this is not an Alienware branded laptop, Dell owns the brand and gives you access to their Alienware Command Center. This is a very handy hub to monitor your performance (primarily CPU, GPU, Memory, and thermals). While you can fine tune settings if you want, I like the convenience of choosing between the presets including a battery saver mode, quiet mode, a balanced mode, and the high performance mode. Be prepared for a loud fan to kick in for performance mode, but this is important in order to keep your processors cool. One other nice thing about the Command Center is that it will show you all of your installed games so you can use this app as a lunching pad for your gaming sessions.
The specs are solid all around on this laptop. You get plenty of RAM (16 GB), a good CPU, and a graphics card that can handle all but the most demanding of games on their highest settings. The solid state drive, thankfully, comes with a full terabyte of storage which is critical if you are using this laptop for gaming. The added benefit of solid state is that your boot and load times are much shorter.
If you are shopping around for a new laptop and want to get the best bang for your buck, the G15 is a great option to consider!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Move beyond the desktop. Don’t just sit there—move. HP Envy Move 23.8-inch All-in-One PC is movable and rechargeable. So you can take your business, recipes and workouts from the desktop to the countertop to the tabletop and back again. Plus, with a big screen and an Intel processor, you’ll be transported too.
Customer Rating
5
A portable PC with a large and beautiful display
on October 3, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
Have you ever wished that your desktop PC could easily be moved around the house to work out of different rooms? If so, HP has your solution. The HP Envy Move combines the convenience of a laptop and the luxury of a large (23.8") QHD display. You can work out of your kitchen in the morning and then, with one hand, carry your work station to your home office for the afternoon. After using this for the past week, here are my thoughts.
Pros:
- The engineering/design is very impressive. From the carrying handle (see pictures) that conveniently magnetizes to the back of the screen, to the legs that automatically pivot out as you gently set the PC down at your desired location, you can tell that a lot of love and care went into this product.
- The specs are nice for the price point of this system. Besides the beautiful QHD touch screen, you are getting 8 GB of RAM, a more than capable i5 processor, and a 512 GB solid state drive that provides you with incredibly fast boot up speed.
- The rear pocket is a very cool design choice that allows you to slide in the included Bluetooth keyboard as you move from place to place.
- The battery life has been good so far. I can easily go several hours without plugging in to power. The display is so big I frequently forget that it has a rechargeable battery and doesn't need to be plugged in!
- The engineering/design is very impressive. From the carrying handle (see pictures) that conveniently magnetizes to the back of the screen, to the legs that automatically pivot out as you gently set the PC down at your desired location, you can tell that a lot of love and care went into this product.
- The specs are nice for the price point of this system. Besides the beautiful QHD touch screen, you are getting 8 GB of RAM, a more than capable i5 processor, and a 512 GB solid state drive that provides you with incredibly fast boot up speed.
- The rear pocket is a very cool design choice that allows you to slide in the included Bluetooth keyboard as you move from place to place.
- The battery life has been good so far. I can easily go several hours without plugging in to power. The display is so big I frequently forget that it has a rechargeable battery and doesn't need to be plugged in!
Cons:
- While solid state drives have their benefits, the limited capacity will likely require you to use cloud storage or utilize an external drive at some point. 512 GB will fill up pretty quick these days, especially if you do any gaming or work with large video files. The included USB-C port will come in handy for speedy file transfers if you go with an external drive.
- The portability of this PC is awesome, but the downside is that you are limited with your viewing angle. You cannot tilt this screen to give you the preferred viewing angle like you can with most monitors. You'll have to get creative with where you place it. Also keep in mind that this is not designed for travel. It's too big for that, but is easily moved from room to room in your home.
- While solid state drives have their benefits, the limited capacity will likely require you to use cloud storage or utilize an external drive at some point. 512 GB will fill up pretty quick these days, especially if you do any gaming or work with large video files. The included USB-C port will come in handy for speedy file transfers if you go with an external drive.
- The portability of this PC is awesome, but the downside is that you are limited with your viewing angle. You cannot tilt this screen to give you the preferred viewing angle like you can with most monitors. You'll have to get creative with where you place it. Also keep in mind that this is not designed for travel. It's too big for that, but is easily moved from room to room in your home.
Overall, this PC is a great buy. You get the best of both worlds when it comes to the portability of a laptop and the sense of having a nice large home work station. I absolutely love it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Feel your music more. With the Bose QuietComfort Ultra True Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, you get breakthrough spatial audio for more natural-sounding music, no matter the source. These wireless earbuds use immersive sound to bring the music from inside your head – right in front of you. And for the noises you don’t want to hear, the QC Ultra Earbuds offer world-class noise cancelation. The CustomTune technology analyzes your ear’s shape and adapts the sound and noise cancelling to it. The innovation doesn’t just stop at the premium sound, the design of these in-ear headphones is a one-of-a-kind experience too. You get nine combinations of eartip and stability band sizes to choose from. And up to six hours of play time (up to 4 hours with Immersive Audio)* keeps your favorite music playing as long as you want. The included case holds up to three additional charges. Connect to your devices with advanced Bluetooth 5.3 and keep track of what you have paired in the Bose Music app. It also walks you through setup, lets you customize a shortcut, and access Adjustable EQ settings.
Customer Rating
5
Best Earbuds on the Planet!
on September 24, 2023
Posted by: jsisko76
Bose has been making some of the best audio products for years and their latest noise cancelling earbuds do not disappoint. I have used earbuds from numerous manufacturers over the years, and Bose tends to lead the way at every turn. This product is about as close to perfect as you can get.
Pros:
- Set up was simple. I had already had the Bose Music app installed on my phone since I have other Bose products, and as soon as I opened the earbud case my phone alerted me that there was a new device ready to connect. You gotta love the automation/simplicity!
- Audio quality was top notch. I have been listening to music, podcasts, and streamed shows over the past several days. All of them sounded fantastic.
- The listening modes all have great purposes and are easy to toggle with a single short press on either ear-bud. "Quiet" mode is when you want to avoid all ambient sound and avoid distractions. "Aware" is for when you want to be able to hear things around you and engage others without having to remove an earbud. "Immersion" mode was my preferred method for music, but not for podcasts. Immersion mode made music sound fuller and somehow like it was coming from all around me instead of being fed directly into my ears. It's hard to explain but it really made listening to songs I've heard a hundred times sound new and different in an amazing way.
- The customization you would want in a high-end product like this is present. In the Bose app you can fine tune audio settings to your liking and can toggle other things like which earbud you would like to use to activate your voice assistant.
- The fit for me with the medium eartips was perfect. Small and large tips are also included, as are a variety of stability bands for your outer ear fit. I haven't seen another company offer the stability bands as an option in their designs. Perhaps it's patented? But they certainly help provide a more secure fit for anyone using these earbuds during physical activity.
- Battery life is good at 6 hours per charge. But if you use "Immersion" mode it will cut 2 hours off of that time. And of course you can charge them back up in the case while you are on the go.
- Touch controls work perfectly. It is very easy to skip tracks, pause, etc. Raising and lowering volume requires just a short swipe up or down on either ear. I've never had earbud controls be so intuitive and work so precisely before.
- Set up was simple. I had already had the Bose Music app installed on my phone since I have other Bose products, and as soon as I opened the earbud case my phone alerted me that there was a new device ready to connect. You gotta love the automation/simplicity!
- Audio quality was top notch. I have been listening to music, podcasts, and streamed shows over the past several days. All of them sounded fantastic.
- The listening modes all have great purposes and are easy to toggle with a single short press on either ear-bud. "Quiet" mode is when you want to avoid all ambient sound and avoid distractions. "Aware" is for when you want to be able to hear things around you and engage others without having to remove an earbud. "Immersion" mode was my preferred method for music, but not for podcasts. Immersion mode made music sound fuller and somehow like it was coming from all around me instead of being fed directly into my ears. It's hard to explain but it really made listening to songs I've heard a hundred times sound new and different in an amazing way.
- The customization you would want in a high-end product like this is present. In the Bose app you can fine tune audio settings to your liking and can toggle other things like which earbud you would like to use to activate your voice assistant.
- The fit for me with the medium eartips was perfect. Small and large tips are also included, as are a variety of stability bands for your outer ear fit. I haven't seen another company offer the stability bands as an option in their designs. Perhaps it's patented? But they certainly help provide a more secure fit for anyone using these earbuds during physical activity.
- Battery life is good at 6 hours per charge. But if you use "Immersion" mode it will cut 2 hours off of that time. And of course you can charge them back up in the case while you are on the go.
- Touch controls work perfectly. It is very easy to skip tracks, pause, etc. Raising and lowering volume requires just a short swipe up or down on either ear. I've never had earbud controls be so intuitive and work so precisely before.
Cons:
- The earbuds, for me, are a little tricky to grab and pull out of the case. This could be a positive if you consider that they won't slide out accidentally when you don't want them to.
- The earbuds, for me, are a little tricky to grab and pull out of the case. This could be a positive if you consider that they won't slide out accidentally when you don't want them to.
These earbuds are high priced but well worth the cost when you factor in the audio quality, comfortable fit, noise canceling, and the game-changing immersion mode. I highly recommend them.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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