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- First reviewOctober 27, 2014
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Arlo Pro 2 keeps an eye on your home while you're away, in brilliant 1080p HD quality. Put the 100% wire-free, weather-resistant camera anywhere, indoors or out. Then, power it with the included rechargeable battery or plugged it in (when indoors) to access activity zones and 24/7 Continuous Video Recording upgrades. Use 2-way audio or remotely sound a 100+ device siren while catching every moment with night vision and advanced motion detection. You'll even get motion and sound-activated alerts and 7 days of free cloud video recordings. Arlo Pro 2 works with Amazon Alexa to make your smart home security even more simple and effective.
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4
Good cameras, needs more accessories
on November 14, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
The Arlo Pro 2 camera system is a good all-around security camera system that was easy to set up and use. The box arrived and was well packed. The quick start guide enabled me to set the system up quickly with a minimal of frustration. The base logged into the internet without issue and cameras synced quickly with the base. I downloaded the app and set up an account to utilize the cloud based recording. There are options you can pick giving more recording times and lengths of retention based on how much you are willing to pay. I stayed with the basic plan. I moved on to setting the cameras up which was where I started encountering some issues. The cameras are truly wireless but in this mode they have limited functionality. They record, motion activate and have IR capabilities, but other functions like zoning the motion activation, times and others tasks require the cameras to be plugged in. The system also does not have a "separate" battery charger; the batteries have to be charged in the camera by taking the camera down and plugging them in. For the price, I would have hoped those accessories would have been supplied. You can buy them separately, but again, I think they should have been supplied with the system. I got the cameras set up and got a strong signal and good picture from both. The motion activation works well and it's sensitivity is set through the app. IR for night also gave good and useful pictures, such as the stray cat that likes to sleep on my porch that I was unaware of... The cameras are not wifi based so your base location is somewhat important relative to where you place the cameras. Your router's location is not important. The app worked well and controlled the cameras well. All in all, this is a very good security camera system that I believe that most people will be satisfied with. The base even has an siren if the cameras sense motion (found by accident by the way..) Had all the accessories needed for all types of setup been included it would have been excellent. Just be aware of where you want to use them and know what additional costs you will incur to enable that functionality. Good Shopping!
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The Shark ION Robot is designed with a Tri-Brush System, combining side brushes, channel brushes, and a multi-surface brushroll to handle debris on all surfaces, corners, and edges. Use the SharkClean app or voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant to start cleaning from anywhere Shark ION Robot.
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4
Good Vacuum, but goes it's own way
on October 25, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
We had been looking at several brands of robotic vacuums for a while when this one got presented by Shark, we were really looking forward to getting this unboxed and in service. The robot itself is mostly ABS plastic but is put together well. We went through the instructions and completed what little assembly was required (mostly removing packing tape and attaching the side brushes. We set up the dock that it uses to recharge and set it to recharge. It took an hour or so for the initial charge and we set it loose. It made it's way through one room, but seemed to stay mostly in there not moving to other rooms. We let it run by itself for over 1 and a half hours and it did finally move to the other rooms but it was hit and miss. It did, however, pick up a lot of dust and dog hair (we have a Corgi). In that regard it worked well. We downloaded the Shark app and used it to turn on, initiate a cleaning and send it back to it's dock. You can schedule cleanings, remotely start cleanings and/or send it to it's dock and get notifications of issues the robot is having. You cannot, however, use the app to steer or direct the robot. You must use boundary "tape" that you place on the floor to limit where it travels. The app also has the manuals, tips and of course a link for additional Shark products. Back to the vacuum, it has only gotten stuck once or twice which I thought was good in the 10 times or so it has ran around our house. It sometimes loses it's way back to the dock and needs a little assistance. But it did clean well where it cleaned, and the dirt tray was easy to remove and clean out. The filter has to be brushed off as it gets coated with dust pretty quickly. It has two of the "side brushes" that push dirt and dust to the center where the brush roller is. We have seen other models that only have one, and this seems to be a better idea. As this is our first robot we cannot compare it to others but I can say we are happy with ours. With a few adjustments here and there and the ability for the app to steer or set limits to areas it would be perfect. Good Shopping!
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Control access to your garage with this Chamberlain MyQ Garage smart hub. It connects to your Wi-Fi router and lets you remotely control guest access for your existing garage door opener via the MyQ app. This Chamberlain MyQ Garage smart hub pairs with devices for seamless integration with lighting and security cameras.
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5
Does What Exactly What It's Supposed To!
on October 23, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
I got the MyQ Smart Hub to meet two issues that we seem to always have at my house. First, did we close the garage door when we left and are twenty miles down the road and, secondly, where the heck is the garage door opener?? This amazing device answers both of these questions like a champ! It arrived in a fairly small box that made me wonder at first about it's capabilities. I opened it and found all I needed to get started right away. I took the time (this time) to read the instructions before starting and they seemed pretty straightforward. The only major hiccup that I didn't see coming was my garage door opener is not a newer one (about 10 years old) so I was worried about the ability for it to sync with the MyQ. After testing that I did indeed have Wi-Fi in my garage, I downloaded the Chamberlain MyQ app on my phone and began the setup process. I had to find my ladder in order to push the security button on the garage door opener and screw the mount into the ceiling for the main MyQ module, but that was the extent of the hard part. The MyQ app found the module right away and amazingly also operated my garage door! I put the sensor module on the garage door with the supplied double-sided tape and I was in business! Now, with the app, I can check the status of the garage door anywhere and can open/close the door with the app. You can set up alerts and schedule openings/closings of the door (if you need that). I set it up so that if I open the door and forget to close it, it closes itself after a predetermined amount of time. So, is it a good product? I would say that it has met and exceeded my expectations! If you have an older model garage door opener (a lot of the newest ones have this type of ability built in) this is a must buy. Good Shopping!
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Save precious kitchen prep time with this Philips Viva multi-chopper. Its two functions provide coarse and fine chopping, and its automatic speed selection adjusts its performance to the type of ingredient. This 500W Philips Viva multi-chopper lets you achieve chef-quality results for coarsely chopped ingredients thanks to its ChopDrop technology.
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5
Save Your Hands, Get This Chopper!
on October 17, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
My wife tends to make hundreds of Philippine Lumpia (egg rolls) at a time. The prep work for this involves slicing LOTS of veggies. After a marathon cooking day or two, she would complain of pain in her hands and wrists from all the slicing and dicing. In comes the Philips Viva Collection chopper. My wife unpacked it and got it ready for a test drive. At first, she couldn't get the top to screw onto the cup but then realized that it just sits on it and you push it down to engage the motor. She complained here was no on/off switch prior to that, but once she got the operation down, she was off to the races. So now, onions, carrots, potatoes and all the other sliced ingredients of Lumpia are no longer my wife's pain. The chopper does an excellent job of both large and small, with two different sized blades for different types of materials needing chopped. This is now one of the most utilized appliances in our kitchen! Thanks Philips!
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Rely on this Philips Norelco shaver to get a close shave in less time when you get ready for the day. Turbo+ mode offers an instant power boost to make it through even dense areas of your beard. Independent heads on this Philips Norelco shaver move in five different directions to catch every angle of your face.
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4
Good Shaver, Great Cleaner
on October 17, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
As a previous electric razor user, I had gotten used to the type of shave that most of these items produce. Some provide a very good shave but most are no where near the quality of a bladed shave. The downside to bladed shaves is the cost for consumables (blades). Based on this I wanted to give this product a try and see if the technology had, in fact, increased enough to rival a bladed shave. The packaging and contents were well put together and everything was there. I unboxed the product and was able to put things together pretty quickly without reviewing the owner's manual. Once set-up, I did a once over with the manual to make sure I had everything right. It takes a while for you skin to get used to an electric razor so I knew this was going to take a little while to see true results from the product. After using it a week I can say that this is overall a very good shaver. It did a pretty good job on the easy areas and fairly well on harder areas (neck, chin, etc.) The shaver has a "turbo" mode which I left it in most of the time as it did a better overall shave in this mode. This model comes with a cleaner/charger stand that operated great and cleaned the shaver well. In fact, this was the highlight of the system for me. Being able to keep the shaver charged (it won't work if it's plugged in, but has a quick charge mode) and clean at the same time is phenomenal! I cleaned it after every shave and it does make a difference. The cleaning solution should be replaced every couple of months (haven't gotten to that point yet) but the replacements seem readily available. Overall this is a good system and shaver that, if you are trying a new thing or tired of paying a fortune for replacement blades, this could be your answer. Just remember that it will take a week or so for your skin/beard to get used to the electric shaver and get a complete shave. Good Shopping!
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Amplify your Full HD viewing experience with this Epson home cinema projector. It lets you project 1080p content up to a size of 300 inches, and it provides brilliant picture quality thanks to its 3,100 lumens of color & white brightness and 3LCD technology. Connect high-definition media sources to this portable Epson home cinema projector via its two HDMI ports.
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4
Good Home Projector but Runs Hot!
on October 5, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
Being a newbie to Epson projectors I really looked forward to this purchase so I could have a HUGE screen in my Mancave. For most intents and purposes this projector meets all my needs. First, a few cons: This thing runs really warm after a while. It puts a lot of heat out of the vent on the front and warmed up the entire room. Not uncomfortably so, just was kind of surprised. Second, it is mostly a plastic case so longevity is a little concerning, along with the arm that holds the front of the projector up. Also, the speaker is somewhat underwhelming; it worked well for us in are small room but will need to be hooked to something to produce larger sound. On to the positives: This thing is really bright and puts out a wonderful picture even on a bare wall with no screen. Colors were vibrant and sharp as was picture quality. We used several devices as inputs and they all displayed well. The instructions were pretty straightforward and the controls are well defined and easy to use. For home use, I believe this to be a good buy and will serve me well. I don't think I would try and push it very hard though as I would be concerned over it's stability. Good Shopping!
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Keep an eye on your home with this two pack of D-Link Mini HD Wi-Fi cameras. They have sound and motion detection and can send notifications to mobile devices to let you know when they've activated. These D-Link Mini HD Wi-Fi cameras have night vision to record images in dark conditions.
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5
A great fixed indoor camera system!
on October 3, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
These D-Link cameras are so very small! Literally as small as a pack of gum or lipstick. The cameras were very easy to set up with the D-Link app and have an excellent output at 720p. The IR Night mode is very bright and illuminates a medium sized room. The app allows for zooming in, motion trigger and remote notification. It's the size and ability to locate these unobtrusively are their selling point. I am pretty so that if a thief broken into my house and set off the motion detection they would be hard pressed to locate the cameras. If you are looking for very small but excellent security or room cameras these will be a great purchase! Good Shopping!
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Bose QuietComfort 35 II Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones are over-ear headphones from Bose featuring world-class noise cancelling technology, and now they're optimized with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant. Enjoy balanced audio performance at any volume with volume-optimized EQ. And you can make or receive clear phone calls, even in loud environments with the noise reduction dual-microphone system in these Bluetooth headphones. Connect to your devices wirelessly with Bluetooth and NFC pairing, with voice prompts for easy Bluetooth pairing. Thanks to Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant you can keep in touch, get answers and manage your day using just your voice with one-button access to the voice assistant of your choice. You can also access your phone's default virtual assistant, like Siri through your headphones. Together, they can create astonishing real-world experiences and fundamentally new ways to work, travel, exercise, learn, play, and more. Wear these comfortable headphones all day because they're built with premium materials. Listen to your wireless headphones for up to 20 hours of long battery life from a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Keep listening without battery power by connecting the included audio cable. Unlock more features and access future updates through the Bose Connect app.
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5
Bose does it again!
on September 23, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
Everyone knows or has heard of the legendary Bose Noise Cancelling headphones and their ability to shut out noise and the world. These QC 35s are the same as the previous model with one LARGE exception.. They have a dedicated button on the bottom of the left earcup to enable Google Assistant! Does it work? Absolutely! I use Google Assistant frequently on my newest Asian-built superphone and the integration is flawless. If you tap the button, it tells you the battery status and if you have any Google notifications. Hold it down and it operates the same as Assistant on your phone, except totally voice controlled. As I had already set my preferences in Google Assistant, asking it to tell you the news causes it to go through all my preselected channels. Same with weather and others. Most cool is the ability to just play whatever you want through Google Play Music! Too cool! Just ask to hear whatever your in the mood for, and there it is in all it's Bose QuietComfort glory! Don't use Google Assistant? Then the button can be assigned through the Bose Connect App to set the level of noise reduction. Have a fruity type of phone? You can still use the multi button on the right earcup to summon Siri! As I said, as far as the headphones themselves, they seem to have not changed with the exception of that action button, which is a good thing. The headband is soft alcantara material and the earcups are super soft. I wore these for several hours with no discomfort at all. I have a set of Bose in-ear noise cancelling headphones that I used on a 17 hour other side of the world flight and they performed outstandingly with just a little pressure on my ears. Can't wait to try these on an extended flight to drown out the constant hum of engine noise and passenger infused noise. As far as the noise cancellation so far on these is excellent! And the musicality is wonderful with a warm, not overly done sound. All the music that I tried sounded fantastic and mostly neutral. If you are looking for noise cancelling headphones, and are fully engaged with Google Assistant, there is not a better buy out there right now! Put these on and the noisy world just goes away! But you can still check the weather without having to lift your phone! How cool is that? Good Shopping!
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Leave no dirt behind with this Shark APEX vacuum. Its DuoClean operation uses a soft brush roll and powerful suction to pick up large debris and stuck-in dust, and its Powered Lift-Away technology provides extended reach underneath furniture. This Shark APEX vacuum prevents captured irritant particles from escaping thanks to its Anti-Allergen Complete Seal technology.BR>
Customer Rating
5
Another vacuum? Why Yes!
on September 21, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
Vacuum cleaners are like audio equipment; their capabilities are always touted as the best by their manufacturers, and the end user is very opinionated on their performance. We have had lots of vacuums during our lifetime, from the cheapest brands, to the "big name" with lots of commercials brand, to the top of the line big box store brand. We have bought them based on how much money we had to what had the best consumer rating. So, based on all this, the Shark Apex DuoClean had a large bill to fill! It arrived in a rather large box, but small enough to know some assembly was ahead. We opened the box and found everything packed well and tight. We got everything out and proceeded to the quick guide and owner's manual that both seemed well written. Some assembly was necessary, but it was literally snap together! Definitely a plus! After getting acquainted with all the different parts and capabilities it was time to clean up. The vacuum has several different modes, one for hard floors, one for low pile carpet and one for shag. We used it mostly on hardwood and low pile modes. On Harwood, both brushes (there is one regular vacuum type brush and one soft roller in front of that) engage but in a lower speed. On low pile carpet modes, the turn significantly faster and it is almost self-propelled. On high pile, they both operate at a high speed. Great for cleaning, and easy going forward but it is a workout pulling it back. The vacuum is not overly heavy, but the pull of those rollers is strong. The combination of rollers definitely picks up pretty much everything, especially dog hair. The soft roller ensures nothing gets away. The main unit separates from the stem and floor head to make itself a handheld unit you can carry around and use to clean higher areas, stairs, etc. It worked well in our use and cleaned our ceiling fans well with the included attachments. There are several attachments that help with dusting, pet hair on furniture and a nifty under furniture attachment. Back to the regular vacuum, it pivots to make it easy to turn. The dust bucket remover easily and opens both on top and bottom to facilitate cleaning. All the hoses, buckets, attachments and handles come apart as they should and re-assemble easily. Overall, this is an outstanding vacuum worthy of your attention and try-out. As again, vacuums are subjective, you will have to make your own decision. It cleaned very well and got a lot of dirt that my other vacuum seemed to miss. Almost forgot, it is very quiet compared to many full sized vacuums which is a great plus. It is highly recommended. Good Shopping!
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Conquer virtual enemies with this Dell Inspiron desktop. It has an AMD Radeon graphics card with 8GB of dedicated video memory for fast image rendering, and its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM run multiple programs, games and browsers simultaneously. This Dell Inspiron desktop has a 1TB hard drive for plenty of long-term game storage.
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5
My Non-Tech Review
on August 30, 2017
Posted by: kwebbster
from Louisiana
I wanted to make this review as easy to understand that I could without as much as tech jargon as I can. So, based on that, here we go. The Dell Inspiron Gaming Computer arrived in a nondescript box with minimal markings that did not relay the goodness inside. Upon opening, I located the dark grey, plastic, and somewhat imposing computer. The box has all the connections needed, a not very impressive keyboard and mouse and quick start guide. I thought for a gaming computer it would have a robust keyboard and mouse, but unfortunately no. These will need to be replaced quickly. I got everything hooked up (to include a hard-lined ethernet cord) pretty quickly and and booted up. The blue internal LEDs are cool and make a "gaming" statement but are not overbearing like some other gaming manufacturers. The internal light can be shut off via a desktop control app. The system has a optical drive on the front, as well as an SD card reader and multiple USB ports. Some of these are the newest USB 3.1 type that allow for high speed transfers. Below the optical drive is also a "blank" drive bay so you can quickly upgrade. On the rear are plenty of USB, sound and ethernet connectors. The system is equipped with an AMD Radeon 580 graphics card which has several DisplayPort and HDMI connectors and has a rather loud fan when the system is being stressed. Internally is has a 1 terabyte drive for storage/programs and 16 gigabytes of system memory. It can be increased to 32 gigabytes if you need and have the money. It has several drive bays for additional drives and the motherboard will accept many of the newer "stick" M2 style SSD drives (which allow your system to boot faster). After all the registrations and updates the system was ready for some tests. It should be noted that there is some Dell bloatware and unnecessary software, top of which was McAfee software that seemed to cause a rather significant slowdown. I ran several graphics and systems software tests (all can be downloaded for free) to test and stress the system. This computer was able to speed through all tests and the graphics tests always resulted in the high margin area. I played a few games (Need for Speed, COD, etc) and they all ran smoothly with a very high frame rate which allowed for smooth gameplay. It has some short term Office software as well as some other Dell software that I guess can be useful, it depends on your needs. Overall, I am very impressed with this computer. I have not owned a higher end "gaming" system from Dell (by another name) but I can tell you for me this is an impressive system that will meet most gamer's needs without having to spend for the top name system or processor. The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 equalled or exceeded some of the other "big name" processors. Only downside for me was the keyboard and mouse that will need updating or replacing soon. Definitely should be on your consideration list if a gaming computer is in your future! Good Shopping!
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Add music to your day with these Sony wireless headphones. Their noise cancelling technology uses artificial intelligence to adapt to your environment and reduce background sounds for enjoyable listening. The Quick Charging battery on these over-ear Sony wireless headphones provides up to 35 hours of playback for convenience.
Is the Sony better than the Bose quiet ll When it come s to noised
Keep your focus on the road with this Garmin Speak voice service device. Amazon Alexa is integrated and takes voice commands, so you can keep your hands on the wheel, and it connects to your vehicle's stereo system to provide spoken turn-by-turn directions. This Garmin Speak voice service device is compact, so it doesn't obstruct your view.
Keep your focus on the road with this Garmin Speak voice service device. Amazon Alexa is integrated and takes voice commands, so you can keep your hands on the wheel, and it connects to your vehicle's stereo system to provide spoken turn-by-turn directions. This Garmin Speak voice service device is compact, so it doesn't obstruct your view.
If I use it to make a call, does it also act as a speaker while I'm talking on the call, or can it be used in conjunction with a hands-free bluetooth ear unit?
The Shark ION Robot is designed with a Tri-Brush System, combining side brushes, channel brushes, and a multi-surface brushroll to handle debris on all surfaces, corners, and edges. Use the SharkClean app or voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant to start cleaning from anywhere Shark ION Robot.
We have thick pads under our area rugs, will the ION-Robot be able to get over the height of the area rugs? We have several of them throughout the house. We bought a RUMBA and it was not able to get over them.
Bring the power of Google directly to your fingertips with the Google Pixel. A large 32GB of storage keep data secure, while unlimited cloud storage transfers data as needed, and it's completely automatic. The large 5-inch screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4 to ensure the Google Pixel remains scratch-free.
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Cell Phone for AT&T: This smartphone is feature-packed and comes with the versatile S Pen, which makes it simple to jot down handwritten notes, draw up a quick sketch, and make precise selections on documents and Web pages. The S Pen also works as a stylus, making navigation quick, easy, and smudge-free.AT&T Next option available. Learn more ›