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Get loud on the go. Motif II A.N.C. offers huge sound, in a tiny package. Its sleek charging case packs a punch by powering your headphones with 30 hours playtime to be unleashed whenever you want. With active noise cancellation, block out those crowded train rides and rowdy streets to dive into your music without distraction.
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5
My new go-to earbuds
on September 26, 2023
Posted by: RonH
The Marshall Motif II A.N.C. earbuds are the comfiest earbuds I've tried. They come with medium ear tips, but they also include small and large tips in the box. The mediums fit me perfectly and created a secure seal that blocked out noise.
The charging case is about the same size as Apple AirPods and has a textured finish that keeps it from slipping out of my pocket. It has USB-C charging and wireless charging. I like that the indicator light stays green when it's fully charged instead of just turning off. The Motif IIs claim six hours of battery life in the earbuds and an additional 24 hours in the case. I've been using them for almost a week on the initial charge.
Pairing the Motif IIs was a two-step process: first I paired them with my phone, then I downloaded the Marshall app and paired them with it. The app isn't required for pairing, but it does give you some additional features. The earbuds remember the last eight devices they were paired with and can connect to two devices at once. However, unlike my other earbuds, they won't automatically switch between the two devices. For example, I usually pair my headphones with both my phone and laptop, and I listen to streaming from my phone. When I get a call or notification on my laptop, the earbuds pause the stream on my phone and switch to my Teams call or play the notification. When the call is over, the stream from my phone resumes.
But how do they sound? I was surprised at how great the Motif IIs sound. Their default equalizer setting is Marshall Signature sound, which has no equalization, and it sounds great. The bass is punchy, the highs are crisp, and the mids are clear. Along with Marshall sound, there are four more equalizer presets and a custom option.
Phone calls sounded clear to the other person, but there's no sidetone (the feedback you hear), which I personally find a bit disorienting.
Noise canceling worked well, blocking out most of the subway noise during my commute. Transparency mode was okay at volume levels below about 50%, but it's not something you would want to try to have a conversation over. There are low/medium/high sliders for both ANC and Transparency modes so you can select the level that's most comfortable for you.
The Marshall Motif II A.N.C. earbuds are my new go-to earbuds for everything outside my office. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for great-sounding earbuds.
The charging case is about the same size as Apple AirPods and has a textured finish that keeps it from slipping out of my pocket. It has USB-C charging and wireless charging. I like that the indicator light stays green when it's fully charged instead of just turning off. The Motif IIs claim six hours of battery life in the earbuds and an additional 24 hours in the case. I've been using them for almost a week on the initial charge.
Pairing the Motif IIs was a two-step process: first I paired them with my phone, then I downloaded the Marshall app and paired them with it. The app isn't required for pairing, but it does give you some additional features. The earbuds remember the last eight devices they were paired with and can connect to two devices at once. However, unlike my other earbuds, they won't automatically switch between the two devices. For example, I usually pair my headphones with both my phone and laptop, and I listen to streaming from my phone. When I get a call or notification on my laptop, the earbuds pause the stream on my phone and switch to my Teams call or play the notification. When the call is over, the stream from my phone resumes.
But how do they sound? I was surprised at how great the Motif IIs sound. Their default equalizer setting is Marshall Signature sound, which has no equalization, and it sounds great. The bass is punchy, the highs are crisp, and the mids are clear. Along with Marshall sound, there are four more equalizer presets and a custom option.
Phone calls sounded clear to the other person, but there's no sidetone (the feedback you hear), which I personally find a bit disorienting.
Noise canceling worked well, blocking out most of the subway noise during my commute. Transparency mode was okay at volume levels below about 50%, but it's not something you would want to try to have a conversation over. There are low/medium/high sliders for both ANC and Transparency modes so you can select the level that's most comfortable for you.
The Marshall Motif II A.N.C. earbuds are my new go-to earbuds for everything outside my office. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for great-sounding earbuds.
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Introducing Ultimate Ears EPICBOOM, a portable Bluetooth speaker with bassy 360° immersive sound and adaptive or preset EQ for epic sound anywhere. Enjoy two easy ways to boost any party—use PartyUp mode to sync your speaker with your friends’ for louder sound, or hit the Outdoor Boost for better sound in the great outdoors.
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The Ultimate Ears EPICBOOM is my second “Boom” product - following a MegaBoom 3. I have to say I was surprised in several ways with the EPICBOOM. First, comparing against the MegaBoom makes me realize just how good the “Boom” products really are. Secondly, the amount and quality of sound that comes out of this somewhat compact speaker is nothing short of amazing.
EPICBOOM has deep rich bass you can feel, clean mid’s and bright clear highs. Volume is loud enough to fill a decent sized backyard.
Of course there’s an app for the EPICBOOM that offers four equalizer presets and the ability to create and save your own. My favorites are Deep Relaxation and the “Outdoor Boost” button. Directions say this button gives a 1db boost but for me it makes this little speaker sound like a surround sound system giving it a really immersive sound. Also, the EPICBOOM has both left and right channels to help explode your sound. Using the app you can also set up your one-touch playlist from Amazon, Apple Music or Spotify. Once you set this up, simply pressing the “Magic” button will start playing your pre-defined playlist.
The app also has a “PartyUp” feature that allows you to connect up to 150 boom speakers. Pairing my MegaBoom and EPICBOOM together was successful and sounded great when it worked. Unfortunately, there were a lot of drop outs and catch ups making PartyUp difficult to listen to. I imagine this is something that can be fixed with firmware updates.
Rated for 17 hours, you can expect to get a full day’s use out of the speaker then connect it to your charger with USB C.
The EPICBOOM is IP67 rated so no worries about the beach or pool and it floats. There is a carry strap that's held down magnetically but I would have preferred the strap be more a solid strap allowing you to hold it like a mug rather than a purse.
Overall I really like the EPICBOOM and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great speaker at this price point.
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Anchor your home and devices to a stunning and powerful all-in-one flagship built to amplify your creativity – the sustainably sourced, architecturally inspired and ultra-slim Yoga AIO 9i, featuring up to 13th Gen Intel Core i9 processors for professional photo or video editing. Watch Netflix in 4K with a massive 32" IPS display while four speakers surround you in a curtain of Dolby Atmos 3D audio. Control and charge multiple devices with your PC via One Cable Link and wireless charging.
Posted by: RonH
When you first see the Yoga 9I it's a sight to behold. The stylish design looks just as good in your home office as it does in a luxury office.
The 31.5 inch 4K monitor is brilliant and crisp although the glossy finish can be a little reflective. Unfortunately, there is not an auto brightness setting that I can find. It will light up a room at night. Also note, this is not a touch screen as indicated in the description.
The Yoga comes with a decent keyboard and mouse which share a single dongle that's hidden inside the mouse. They also have bluetooth settings and can switch between two additional devices so once you set up the PC with the dongle, you can switch to bluetooth and get your USB port back.
The base contains the PC part of the unit and this has a 13th generation Intel I9-13900H that has 14 cores and 20 threads. There are 16 gigs of Ram and a 512 gig SSD which make this a very snappy computer. Programs are fast and responsive.
For the geeks the Yoga 9I gets a Geekbench single-core score of 2763 and multi-core score of 13212 and a Cinebench multi-core score of 15996. Heat is handled well. I got the fans to spin up and at top speed you can hear them but they were not obnoxious.
There is a wireless charger on the top of the base, a nice touch.
There are two USB A and two USB C ports along with an HDMI port on the back of the base for added connectivity. Interestingly, one of the USB C ports is video in and the other is video out so you can connect a laptop to share the screen. One downside is the location of the ports. Being located in the rear of the machine is nice for aesthetics however, functionally, it can be difficult to access and will require the unit to not be flush against the back wall of a desk.
The 5MP front facing camera does great with Windows Hello, however I found that for pictures and video calls it's just ok. There is a camera shutoff switch on the front right side of the base for privacy.
Speakers sound great. There are speakers in the base and a subwoofer on the back of the screen. Volume gets loud enough to fill a room if you’re watching videos or listening to music. There is also Dolby Atmos for both PC Speakers and headphones to enhance your listening.
Lenovo pre-installed its Lenovo Vantage program which gives you an at-a-glance of your system and some settings along with your warranty information. I don't know if this is designed as a one size fits all program or if it's specific to each unit however, it seems to show the PC as a laptop (which it pretty much is).
Unfortunately, repairability is minimal. According to the manual, there are no personal repairable parts in the Yoga. You can not upgrade the ram on these but if you are inclined, you can upgrade/replace the M.2 SSD however, it is buried pretty deep in the base and not something for the weak at heart to attempt - it requires a pretty thorough tear down. You can find the repair manual on the Lenovo support site.
Overall I think the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i is sophisticated elegance and will look and work great in your home office or reception desk.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Accelerate your workflow with the powerful performance of the Crucial X9 Pro Portable SSD. With read and write speeds up to 1,050MB/s and 2TB of capacity, the X9 Pro has space for thousands of photos, files, and videos along with the speed you need to organize, curate, edit and retouch your portfolio quickly, supporting whatever you do in Adobe Lightroom. The Crucial X9 Pro is plug-and-play ready with a USB-C connection, and works with Windows, Mac, Android, and more. Featuring Micron TLC NAND and water and dust resistance (IP55), the Crucial X9 Pro is designed for durability and style in the studio, in the field, or wherever you roam.
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At just over an ounce, the Crucial X9 pro slips easily into your pocket, backpack or camera bag. You can even attach it to your key ring to keep it handy.
Unlike some other portable SSD’s I’ve got, the drive ships with just a short USB C to USB C cable, keep this in mind if your device doesn’t have USB C.
I like that the bottom of the drive has a slight rubber coating so it doesn’t slide around on the desk. I also really like the location and brightness of the activity light which is located inside the cutout for a lanyard or keyring. It is IP55 rated for water, dust and sand resistance. It is not however waterproof.
The X9 has a rated speed of 1050 MB/s however, my test got a respectable 850 and 900, similar to my T7 Shield. I had no trouble editing photos and handling light video work directly from the drive.
The X9 was recognized by all my devices including my iPad and worked flawlessly.
If I had one desire, it would be nice that the X9 came with a built-in USB C plug so you don’t have to carry two pieces with you.
If you are looking for a compact SSD storage solution I highly recommend the Crucial X9 Pro SSD.
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Meet Bose's premium soundbar that’s here to pull you deep into the heart of all your favorite content. Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Bose TrueSpace technology separates music, dialogue, and effects, and places them in different parts of a room for a truly immersive spatial audio experience like you’ve never heard it before. Having a hard time hearing what your favorite characters are saying? A.I. Dialogue Mode automatically balances voice and surround sound for ultra-crisp vocal clarity. Plus, two upward firing dipole speakers work with Bose technologies to make it feel like your space is filled with sound from every direction — even overhead. Available in Black and Arctic White.
Posted by: RonH
The Smart Ultra Soundbar appears to be a follow-up product to the Bose Smart Soundbar 900.
The Ultra Soundbar is sleek with a glass top. There are only two touch-sensitive buttons on it, microphone mute and action button.
Physical setup requires just two included cords, power and HDMI. You can also use the included Toslink digital optical cable if your television doesn't have eARC capability.
Once you have the soundbar connected you need to download and install the Bose Music app which is where my trouble starts. As an early adopter of tech, I am running the beta version of IOS on my devices, unfortunately, the current Bose app is not compatible with the beta and has not yet been released for the upcoming IOS update. Getting past this hurdle, the app immediately recognized the soundbar and setup continued smoothly. Once the initial setup was finished the next step is to connect the ADAPTiQ headset and calibrate the sound to your room by sitting in five different locations in the room while the bar plays a series of sounds.
The remote is minimalist, having only 8 buttons - volume, power, source and play/pause. It's the same small form factor used on my iPod speaker dock. I like that when you press the bluetooth source button the soundbar goes into pairing mode and doesn’t require the app to change pairing.
According to the app, the Ultra Soundbar only works with Amazon Alexa. I have other Bose speakers that include Google Home as well but it is not an available option for the Ultra. Alexa works as expected by simply speaking your wake word and command. There is a linear light bar that acknowledges your voice commands. The mute touch button mutes the microphone for Alexa and shows a red light when it's muted.
Now the reason you buy a soundbar - how does it sound?
I’m using the Ultra in a mid-size room and I was surprised by the soundbar, especially the bass since it doesn’t come with a sub. In bass-heavy movies the earth didn’t shake but you could feel the rumble from across the room. The Ultra has nice stereo separation and sound stage. Mid’s and highs sound great and you can boost bass, treble, center and height in the app but there are no presets to choose from. I like that the Ultra sounds crisp even at higher volume levels. Volume levels show on the tv but not consistently. There are no displays on the Ultra and the linear bar does not react to volume changes. Additionally, the volume is not as responsive as I would like, you notice a decent gap between pressing the button (on any remote). I did find the easiest way to change the volume is via Alexa and telling it what level you want.
The Ultra tries hard at the Atmos/surround but with no rear speakers it falls a bit flat for me. This was true with my previous LG soundbar as well. If you have a larger room you will definitely miss having the sub and satellite speakers.
Bose offers rear satellites and a subwoofer however, like all Bose products these carry a hefty price. Unless you are die-hard Bose, I think there are more cost effective options to consider.
I give the Bose Ultra Soundbar four stars and would recommend it only if you have a smaller space or can afford to complete the set.
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You’ll never run out of ice with the Insignia NS-IMN44BS4 Portable Nugget Ice Maker with Auto Shut-Off. This ice maker stores up to 3.5 lbs. to supply all the cold drinks at a large gathering. It creates small, chewable ice pellets in 12 minutes, letting you enjoy the restaurant-style ice you love right at home. An extra-large 2.3-quart water tank recycles melted ice, so you can refill it less often. A digital touch control panel makes this portable ice maker easy to operate, and the lighted bin makes it easy to see how much ice is ready to use. Match the ice maker to your kitchen décor with a black and stainless-steel design that will attract all your guests. Become the best party host with a portable ice maker that keeps up with the drinks and your guests’ expectations.
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5
The debate continues - cubes or chewable nuggets
on July 30, 2023
Posted by: RonH
The Insignia portable nugget ice maker is a great looking appliance and will fit in with pretty much any decor.
This is the third type of ice maker I have, including the half-moon model in my freezer and a gourmet/bullet maker.
Unboxing and setup was simple. The packaging is sturdy and does a great job at protecting the unit. Also, there is a protective film on the stainless portions of the unit. Run the unit through a cleaning process and discard the fist bin of ice.
Heavier than my portable bullet ice maker, I don't know that I would take this one camping like I do with the bullet model.
Doing some research, the Insignia model resembles the well-regarded GE Opal 2 which makes me think these units are manufactured by the same company and should have the same or similar internals. Another reviewer stated the side water tank from the Opal 2 fits this Insignia model.
Adding water. Unlike other machines, the holding bin slides out the front of the unit rather than lifting out the top so you have to remove the basket to fill it up. This works much better with a long neck bottle and was a little difficult with a larger Brita pitcher. Also, having an add-on water bin similar to the Opal would resolve this.
The Insignia does start producing nuggets in about 12 minutes however, unlike bullet cube makers, ice constantly trickles out a few pellets at a time rather than dumping 9 cubes per cycle.
It takes about an hour to get enough ice for a couple of cocktails. It takes about 3 hours 15 minutes to fill the bin so plan on bagging ice prior to any large parties or backyard bbq’s. A full bin fits nicely in a gallon ziplock bag and once frozen it breaks up nicely to keep the nuggets.
The rated ice production is about 44 pounds per day which is almost double to my bullet machine however, according to my math - 3.25 hours per 3.5# bin comes to just under 25 pounds per day.
I love that there is a light in the bin making it easy to see at a glance how full it is. It does shut off when the bin gets full and if not dumped, the sitting ice did freeze together in a large clump.
The included drip pan is a necessity when removing the drawer either to dump the ice or refilling the water.
Heat is a byproduct of any refrigeration and know that this unit really pumps it out, something to consider when deciding placement. It also seems a bit louder when first turned on but it does quiet down after running a few minutes.
Also know the manual recommends running the unit through a cleaning cycle every three days which seems to be the case with pretty much all nugget ice makers.
Regarding the filling process, I would have liked it if there was a port either on the top or side and a viewing window for the water level, similar to some coffee pots.
I give this unit five stars - I was going to take away one star for the filling and length of time to usable amounts of ice but these are by design, not faults in workmanship.
This model is one of the least expensive nugget/pellet machines I’ve seen and I recommend it to all fans of this form of ice.
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Designed to blend seamlessly with TVs and décor, the Super Slim Full-Motion TV Mount has a slim profile of 1.6" positioning TVs closer to the wall for a sleek look. Expertly engineered with FluidMotion design, the Super Slim Full-Motion Mount provides unparalleled smoothness. Effortlessly extend, tilt and swivel your TV regardless of its weight or thickness. This mount features post installation adjustments to ensure your TV is perfectly placed after your TV is on the wall. Route your cables throught the mount arm for a clean and orgranized look. With its simple and intuitive design, the Super Slim Full-Motion Mount ensures a clear and hassle-free 30-minute installation.
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This is my second TV wall mount and I have to say the difference in quality is amazing. This is holding my 75 inch TV and it's pretty incredible.
The hardest thing about the installation was getting concrete wall anchors from the hardware store. There are great videos on the Sanus site explaining the mount and documenting the installation process. I love that all the hardware is individually packaged and marked so you know which screws to use at each step. I also like how the TV hooks on to the mount. If you need to take it down, it's as simple as flipping a lever and lifting it off.
Fit and finish are excellent, including the covers over the hardware.
One thing you will want to consider with this mount is your cables. This mount allows the tv to come 20 inches away from the wall so you might need new longer cables to allow for the movement.
Regarding the movement, the mount feels secure and the tv moves easily with just one hand. I love being able to adjust the tv angles both up and down and side to side.
I recommend the Sanus full-motion mount to anyone looking for a sturdy, high-quality mount.
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Work or play with complete audio clarity, thanks to Voyager Free 60 true wireless earbuds. You’ll sound your best on calls regardless of background noise, making them ideal for hybrid work. These noise canceling Bluetooth earbuds have multiple mics that ensure you sound clear to your caller. Adaptive Active Noise Canceling (ANC) blocks out non-essential sounds, allowing you to focus. Let in the outside world when you need to — without removing an earbud — by using one-touch transparency mode. Or shut yourself off from your surroundings completely or partially by using one or both earbuds at any time for calls. Answer calls instantly — smart sensors allow you to automatically answer a call just by inserting an earbud. With extended talk time, these powerful wireless earbuds are ready for full workdays. You can also relax and immerse yourself in music, movies, mobile gaming, and more with high-quality audio. Connect the Voyager Free 60 Bluetooth headphones to your iPhone, Android and tablets. Designed by Poly, formerly known as Plantronics.
Posted by: RonH
Poly (formerly Plantronics) is a well-known brand for office and call center headsets. The Voyager Free 60 is a continuation of this tradition.
The Voyager Free 60 earbuds are similar to Apple EarPods in that they have a long stem that contains the touch sensor, microphones, and single-action button.
Charging the earbuds and case takes a couple of hours, but a quick charge of 15 minutes gives you an hour of use. The earbuds provide about 6 hours of mixed use, and the case provides two additional charges. The case can also be charged on a QI charger, which is very convenient.
Three sizes of ear tips are included: medium is pre-installed on the earbuds, and small and large sizes are included in the box. The earbuds are comfortable and fit well in my ears, and I am confident that they will stay in place.
The sound quality is excellent for phone calls and team meetings. My voice sounds as clear as if I were wearing a wired headset with a boom microphone. When playing music, the sound quality is comparable to my Sony and Soundcore earbuds, which is quite impressive. Keep in mind that these earbuds are designed for use with phone and meeting software, and in my opinion, they are the best available.
The app displays the battery levels of the earbuds and case, and it also controls the settings and active noise cancellation (ANC). The ANC was very effective at blocking out the hum of a window air conditioner. You can also select two levels of transparency: voice and surroundings.
Along with many other options, the app only has three equalizer choices: bass, flat, and bright, the bass setting provides more than ample bass for your favorite music. I would also prefer physical buttons for volume control instead of the swipe sensor, but that is just my preference. The sensor works well.
Overall, I highly recommend the Poly Voyager Free 60 earbuds for work and leisure use.
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Control your home theater system with this TERK rechargeable universal remote. Support for up to eight devices allows flexible use, and the rechargeable battery lasts up to 6 months on a single charge. The dedicated keys provide quick access to popular streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and YouTube. This TERK rechargeable universal remote features a fully-backlit keypad for easy operation in the dark.
Customer Rating
5
No more lost battery covers!
on July 16, 2023
Posted by: RonH
I really like the TERK rechargeable universal remote control.
The remote needed to be charged right out of the box. I was surprised that the initial charge took a couple of hours but expect it to last for many months of use. I also like that it's USB C rather than Micro-USB.
Code setup for the device was simple - find your brands from the code sheet, press the device button for two seconds, enter the code and finished. I had no trouble connecting it to three different televisions, Fios One cable box, Apple TV and two separate sound bars. Like other universal remotes, you can lock the volume and channel buttons to any source so if you want to control the soundbar volume when TV is selected, you can make that happen.
The remote has a backlight but it only works when you turn it on. On other remotes I have, the backlight button operates like an on/off and when it's on, the light comes on with every key press, not so on the TERK.
There are also four direct tune buttons on the bottom for Netflix, Disney, Hulu and YouTube; however, these only work if your original remote has similar presets. You can also use these for macros, combining up to 14 key presses for each source.
I give the TERK Rechargeable 8-Device Universal remote five stars and recommend it to anyone trying to clean up their viewing areas.
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The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
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The 2023 Hisense U8K is a television that I never expected. I’ve always associated the Hisense brand with cost effective low to mid-range electronics but the U8K definitely shows a different side.
Unboxing and setting it up was straight forward. The first thing that impressed me is that there are two mounting locations for the legs. This is a 75” TV and I had a concern that it might not fit on my stand. Having two mounting points allows the set to fit on a smaller TV stand that my 75” Visio wouldn’t fit on.
Setting up the Google TV aspect was just as easy. Using my phone, I snapped the QR code and my Google account was transferred and the TV went through. There was an update that took about 10 minutes but once that was complete we were good to go. It also recognized my Apple Home and joined that as well.
Like many, I’ve cut the cable and am using streaming apps. One plus with this is I no longer need my Apple TV or Fire Stick. You can download all the apps you need from the Google Play store.
The picture on this TV is absolutely stunning. Colors are crisp and bright and with the mini led backlighting, blacks are truly black. I didn’t notice any blooming with white text on a black backgrounds.
Sound from the built-in speakers is really good and the bass from the subwoofer is deep and full. I imagine most people that get a set like this will also have a sound bar but if you don't, it's probably the best sound I've heard from onboard speakers.
Using the optical (SPDIF) output I did experience some issues with the volume raising and lowering on its own. Doing a google search, it seems this is a known issue on Hisense sets. I’m not sure if it's just a setting that needs to be changed or a firmware update.
I would like the apps and google interface to be a bit more responsive but that's just a preference. All the apps worked as expected.
This set does have a digital tuner in it that includes NEXTGEN Digital. Using a set of rabbit ears I was able to tune in over a dozen OTA stations in my area. The picture on OTA is just as good as streaming.
Overall, I think this is an incredible television set and I highly recommend it.
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The Farenheit Flare is great for the backyard or for your outdoor adventures. This easy to transport fire pit will add warmth and atmosphere. Designed to reduce smoke so you can cozy up and enjoy yourself.
Can this stove be used on a deck?
Per the instructions, this should be placed on a non-flammable surface like concrete and not used on decks, either wood or composite wood. While this is a compact unit, it does get very hot.
2 years, 7 months ago
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The Soundcore by Anker Select Pro Portable Bluetooth Speaker has powerful stereo sound and BassUp technology to fill any room with high-quality sound, even in the great outdoors. It features built-in LEDs that blink in time to the beat, creating a fun light show. This portable speaker can play up to 16 hours from one single charge and has an IPX7 waterproof rating, making it even great for poolside listening.
Does the Soundcore Select Pro have a mic to answer phone calls.
Yes, the Select Pro has a microphone and it sounds great!
2 years, 11 months ago
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RonH
The Soundcore by Anker Select Pro Portable Bluetooth Speaker has powerful stereo sound and BassUp technology to fill any room with high-quality sound, even in the great outdoors. It features built-in LEDs that blink in time to the beat, creating a fun light show. This portable speaker can play up to 16 hours from one single charge and has an IPX7 waterproof rating, making it even great for poolside listening.
Does the connection for charging other devices use USB-C or USB-A?
The charging port is USB C the port to charge your phone is USB A
2 years, 11 months ago
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The Canon imageFORMULA R40 scanner, easy to set up and use, allows users to increase productivity and organization at home or in the office. Quickly convert paper documents to searchable digital files using the bundled software.
Can this scan documents directly onto an external hard drive or thumb drive, without a computer intermediary?
No, the R40 does not have the ability to scan to a thumb or external drive.
2 years, 11 months ago
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The Canon imageFORMULA R40 scanner, easy to set up and use, allows users to increase productivity and organization at home or in the office. Quickly convert paper documents to searchable digital files using the bundled software.
can you use as a flatbed?
No, this is a sheet-fed scanner. It does not have a scanning bed like a multi-function device.
2 years, 11 months ago
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RonH
Wahl Edge Pro Corded Trimmer/Shaver
Does this product have a nose trimmer attachment to remove hair from inside the nose?
No, this product does not have a nose hair trimmer.
3 years, 2 months ago
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RonH
Feel the bass in your bones with Crusher Evo — the latest advancement in the famous Skullcandy Crusher line. Patented Adjustable Sensory Bass technology is an experience that you can’t get in any other headphones. And now, you can even customize the sound to your unique hearing through a quick audio test in the Skullcandy App. So you’ll hear the music exactly the way it was meant to be heard. Critical controls — call, track change, volume, and Crusher Bass — are conveniently located with easy-to-use tactile buttons. Tile finding technology lets you “ring” your headphones if they’re ever lost or misplaced, so you’ll never return home without them. Rapid Charge capability provides 4 hours of listening time on just 10 minutes of charge, and a full charge lets you feel the music for an amazing 40 hours. Crusher Evo is also travel-ready. It folds flat to fit perfectly into the included travel case.
do these come with a usb adapter or do they connect via bluetooth?
These come with a USB charging cable but they only connect via Bluetooth or Aux cable.
3 years, 3 months ago
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RonH
Feel the bass in your bones with Crusher Evo — the latest advancement in the famous Skullcandy Crusher line. Patented Adjustable Sensory Bass technology is an experience that you can’t get in any other headphones. And now, you can even customize the sound to your unique hearing through a quick audio test in the Skullcandy App. So you’ll hear the music exactly the way it was meant to be heard. Critical controls — call, track change, volume, and Crusher Bass — are conveniently located with easy-to-use tactile buttons. Tile finding technology lets you “ring” your headphones if they’re ever lost or misplaced, so you’ll never return home without them. Rapid Charge capability provides 4 hours of listening time on just 10 minutes of charge, and a full charge lets you feel the music for an amazing 40 hours. Crusher Evo is also travel-ready. It folds flat to fit perfectly into the included travel case.
Can these work with a iPad
Feel the bass in your bones with Crusher Evo — the latest advancement in the famous Skullcandy Crusher line. Patented Adjustable Sensory Bass technology is an experience that you can’t get in any other headphones. And now, you can even customize the sound to your unique hearing through a quick audio test in the Skullcandy App. So you’ll hear the music exactly the way it was meant to be heard. Critical controls — call, track change, volume, and Crusher Bass — are conveniently located with easy-to-use tactile buttons. Tile finding technology lets you “ring” your headphones if they’re ever lost or misplaced, so you’ll never return home without them. Rapid Charge capability provides 4 hours of listening time on just 10 minutes of charge, and a full charge lets you feel the music for an amazing 40 hours. Crusher Evo is also travel-ready. It folds flat to fit perfectly into the included travel case.
Does this set of headphones have infrared? Looking for a set for DVD player in my vehicle
No, these do not have infrared. They connect via Bluetooth or aux cable.
3 years, 3 months ago
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RonH
Full-size cleaning without the cord. Full-size Bin. Full-size cleaner head. Now with full-size bin and full-size cleaner head for full-size cleaning, without the cord. ¹ Tested at the cleaner head to ASTM F558, dust-loaded.² Runtime based on consecutive use of two battery packs. Actual runtime will vary based on power mode, floor type, and/or attachments used.³In Boost mode. All other modes achieve at least 99.97% filtration.
Does this model produce a high-pitched noise like the older models? - curious if anyone has a point of reference on noise level.
The motor does have a unique sound but i don't feel its really high pitched and it doesn't bother my dogs.
4 years, 1 month ago
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RonH