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Pair your workout with these black Jaybird Vista wireless headphones. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 6 hours of listening time, while the waterproof, sweatproof design helps prevent fluid damage. These Jaybird Vista wireless headphones have ear hooks and three pairs of soft interchangeable eartips for a secure fit and added comfort during extended periods of use.
 
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extremely comfortable quality sound
on August 17, 2019
Posted by: Aaronxx7
from central new york
Popping these ear buds in, is like gently rubbing your ear, they are by far the most comfortable buds I have tried yet.
They fit perfectly out of the box, but include 2 other gel sleeves to accommodate larger or smaller ears.
They fit so snug, and comfortably that it is easy to forget you are wearing them after just a few seconds.
Jaybird did a great job making these buds lighter and better contoured, creating a longer lasting fit.
My other ones would start to slip out of my ear after about 30mins of activity, but these have stayed in place for most of my uses.
The battery life can now last up to six hours per bud. Which is pretty awesome, especially if you don't mind using one bud at a time.
The Vista buds can each be used independently of each other, unlike other models that only let you use the right bud separately.
So, off one charge you could get 12 hours of pretty much continual use. The buds can be quickly charged in the case, in just 5 minutes you can squeeze another hour of life out of the buds. However, if you continue to just use the buds separately, you can get 32 hours out of them before needing to plug into a wall adapter.
For simultaneous bud use, you would get 6 hours of use out of the buds, with enough juice in the case for another 2 charges, totaling 10 more hours, before needing to find a wall outlet.
Not only are these buds the smallest and lightest Jaybird has made so far, but the charging case is much smaller and more accommodating with a small plastic holed tab that can be attached to a lanyard, backpack, or just about anything else.
Both ear buds have only one button on them. The button function can be changed in the Jaybird app (which is quite useful).
The Vista buds offer 3 types of customizable inputs from the button; single press, double press, and long press. With the following options; "play/pause", "Google assistant", next, volume controls, power, or a few preset custom play commands. The custom commands include; play last playlist, play "staff pick" playlist, play one of "my favorite" playlists, and play "my playlist" .
My only complaint at all about these buds is how hard it is to press the buttons in. I do love the button options, but pressing the buttons in general is very uncomfortable. However, I have found that if I steady the bud with my thumb, by pressing the bud upward against my ear, that pressing the buttons works much better, and is way more comfortable than jabbing the bud into my ear, with a straight on press.
Cleaning these buds is a breeze now that they are IPX7, (fully water-proof and sweat proof). I sometimes put my buds in my pocket or drop them, because I keep the case in my car. The tiny lint pieces and dust used to be a pain to remove, but not anymore, a quick rinse under the water cleans everything up nice and keeps them looking like new.
Even though these buds are very lightweight the construction is still very solid. The case is even more sturdy, as I have sat on it several times with no issues.
I have to say that I even like the quick magnetic grip between the buds and their slots in the case, they lock in place great, and nothing falls out when you open the case.
Also before I forget to mention, inside the case is the Bluetooth sync button. Syncing is very easy with this button. However, Bluetooth pairing/syncing can only be done through the case. The buttons on the buds, do not have this capability. As the buds can only be charged from the case, and are usually stored in it, it seems sensible that the case would be around, when you want to connect to a new device. Once synced, as soon as you take a bud out of the box, they instantly re-connect to your device every time.
I have posted a few pictures of the Jaybird Run XT buds compared to the new Vista buds. The Vista buds are on the right, in each picture.
The Run buds were pretty small, and comfortable, but the Vista buds are just slightly smaller and a good portion lighter, which actually makes a big difference in the overall feel.
The microphones work very well, although I find myself talking at lower volumes when I use both buds during a call. With just one bud in, my other ear is open to hear my voice at normal levels. But, with both buds in, it amplifies your own voice, so you think you are talking at normal volumes, when actually you are close to whispering. I find it difficult to talk normal, without being able to hear the ambient noises and my voice around me, so I usually pop one bud out, while on phone calls. This is just my preference, nothing against the manufacturer or it's performance.
The sound is incredible the new 6mm milled drivers are lighter, but still deliver an impressive audio experience. Calls sound great, with very clear reception.
Music sounds as true to life as possible. I love when you are using a headset, and the sound is just as spacious and fulfilling as if you were in a state of the art theater. The Jaybird app has tons of preset EQ options, as well as the ability for custom settings. All the sounds are very crisp and clean, with a substantial amount of bass. I have always noticed that with good headsets, listening to music I've heard for years from a car stereo or regular speakers always sounds so much deeper. I find myself noticing smaller background instruments or sounds that I had always typically missed.
The Jaybird Vista ear buds are bringing all those missed sounds to life.
Overall I am very very impressed with the comfort of these earbuds, and love the high quality audio they deliver.
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Achieve the deep-fried flavor you love, without all the oil and added calories. The Chefman TurboFry™ Air Fryer allows you to bake, fry and roast like a pro. This airfryer requires little to no oil, so there’s less of that fried oil smell lingering in the house and less fat that you’re consuming. It’s large 3.5-liter capacity and flat basket gives you the ability to cook enough for a hungry crowd all at once. Skip the microwave! Reheat soggy leftovers in the air fryer to return them to their original texture. Make better-for-you fries that are just as crispy and tasty, roast chicken thighs, or heat up leftovers for a quick and easy meal. The temperature control with 60-minute timer automatically shuts off once food is done, so you never have to worry about burning or drying out your food. Its space saving basket is removable and dishwasher safe for easy clean-up, so you’ll have more time to dream up your next air-fried meal!
 
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deep fryer results without all the oil
on August 11, 2019
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the Chefman turbofry air fryer is not only a great cooking appliance, but also a very sleek and efficient machine.
The design is focused on saving space with fast frying results. The basket is 3.7qts, and the whole machine is not much larger than the size of the diameter of the basket, so it's not going to take up as much counter space as some of the other air fryers. It also comes in a matte black, which lets it hide out on the counter without sticking out like a sore thumb. The matte finish is also easier to keep clean.
The simplicity of the controls makes it even more elegant, and doesn't require a degree in digital appliance operation. There are no buttons, or touchscreens that sometimes don't respond, just 2 dials, one for the temperature and one for the cooking time. Making it extremely easy for anyone to cook with. It takes just a second to start cooking.
The basket has a very sturdy handle attached to it. I have had some air fryers with thin handles that start wobbling after just a few uses. Not only is the basket and handle very durable, but there is also a removable tray inside that basket that is held tight by high temperature rubber guards. The tray helps the air circulate, and pops out for easy cleaning.
So far I have been very impressed with the results of the food I have cooked. I don't like adding extra fat of any kind to my food, so this air fryer is perfect for that. At higher temperatures , food comes out very crispy and brown on the outside and fully cooked and juicy on the inside. It takes a little longer to cook foods compared to an oil fryer, but much faster and with better results than a conventional oven.
I was also very impressed with the included recipes, as some of them would not be what you would expect to see made in an air fryer, and most of them could not even be made in an oil fryer. There are still so many recipes I want to try, off the Club Chefman website.
Overall this cooks fast, with a great crispy texture on any typically fried foods. But offers way more cooking options with a cooking range of 200-400°f , and up to an hour timer.
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Experience enhanced precision and comfort with this Logitech wireless gaming mouse. The optical sensor delivers pinpoint accuracy for an enhanced gaming experience, while the wireless design offers strong freedom of movement. This Logitech wireless gaming mouse features 11 programmable buttons for creating macros and performing a wide range of custom functions.
 
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Incredible !
on July 26, 2019
Posted by: Aaronxx7
from central new york
First off I'd like to say how nice the design is on this mouse. It is very ergonomic in it's shape and weight.
The default weight makes this comfortable enough to use all day, and almost not even notice it. However, if you like a heavier feel, there is a 10g interchangeable weight included.
The box contains extra buttons, so that you can even set the mouse up for left handed users as well. Actually the mouse is extremely customizable aside from the physical layout.
Download the Logitech hub app ( https://www.logitechg.com/en-us/innovation/g-hub.html ) , which gives you the ability to change the function of every button on the mouse, you can set these to other actions, commands, or macros.The macros can be a series of mouse inputs, any variation of keyboard shortcuts , or key sequences. Which gives you an unlimited amount of functions. The Hub app also lets you change the led lights on the G logo and sensitivity buttons. There are 16.8 million color options, for both led sets. The leds can be set to special effects like; fixed , breathing , screen sampler, and audio visualizer. The brightness can be set too. Profiles are even available, there are tons of pre-programmed profiles that will pop up automatically for installed games. The mouse even has an on-board memory that can store a limited amount of settings, in case you want to use it on another pc.
One of the simple features that I really liked was the charging cable. The micro USB cable has two plastic prongs on the sides of the micro adapter plug, that insert into the mouse, when connected. This design not only ensures proper connection, but also protects the connectors from getting damaged during use. I can't tell you how many
charging cables I have replaced because of connectors failing after extended use. I also love that the wireless adapter plugs into the micro USB plug, to give you a better wireless signal
by letting you place the adapter closer to the mouse pad. At full charge the mouse can last 140 to 180 hours. However if that doesn't seem adequate enough for you, Logitech has
you covered with their optional wireless charging mouse pad, giving you unlimited wireless game play !
So not only does the mouse look cool, have great battery life and customization, but it also works just as incredible as it looks.
The tracking DPI can be set on the fly, with two dedicated buttons, to a range between 100 and 16,000 DPI , with a max acceleration > 40G2
and a max speed > 400 IPS2.
The Wireless LIGHTSPEED connection is just as fast as it's USB connection at 1ms, which really is lightspeed, especially when compared to other gaming mice,
that typically fall around 5ms. Not only is this wireless mouse fast, but it's extremely accurate.
I even really like this mouse for drawing and photo editing software, it's way more accurate than standard mice and lets you actually create smooth lines.
It's almost like having your hand directly on the media. Cutting and pasting objects is a lot easier, with less error on edge selections.
Very impressive results all the way around !
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The MFC-J805DW printer features reengineered INKvestment Tank cartridges along with an internal ink storage tank. Business-capable features include mobile device printing⁴, scan to cloud services capabilities⁴, flexible paper handling options, automatic two-sided printing, and easy on-screen navigation using the 1.8" color display. With the ink included in-box, the Brother INKvestment Tank all-inclusive solution delivers truly uninterrupted printing, exceptional features, super convenience, large page yields, and low-cost printing.
 
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exceptional prints with 1 year of ink!
on July 20, 2019
Posted by: Aaronxx7
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and a 2 year warranty
The new inkvestment tanks are twice as large as most other cartridges. They put out about 7.5 times the yield of typical ink tanks.( 200 pages)
The new inkvestment tanks system, works by taking the ink from the disposable cartridges and transfers it into permanent ink tanks inside the printer.
Brother boasts an impressive 1 year of printing with the new tank capacities, (before needing to buy more ink), right out of the box. **with an estimated 1500 pages per month, of typical printing
replacement cartridges can be bought with 1500 to 6000 page yields, and are very easy to install.
It usually takes about 7 minutes after installing new ink cartridges to transfer the ink to the tanks.
This printer also has a "Page Gauge" that gives you a pretty accurate idea on how many pages are left to print, before needing more ink.
The design is very similar to past models, except for a small extension off the right of the machine, for the ink tank system.
The display is a color 1.8" screen. (non touch screen)
the control panel also tilts to make the screen and buttons easier to see and access.
Aside from the inkvestment tanks, the printer also has a "Web" button in which you can login into most of the popular cloud storage services,
and scan files or images directly to them, as well as send emails. Depending on which service you link to the printer, you might need to give
permission and register your new device through your phone or pc's web browser.
mobile printing services work with Airprint, google cloud, Brother smartphone apps, Mopria, and Wifi direct.
Even though the paper tray can hold 150pages, the output tray can only fit 50pages. (so be cautious of large print jobs)
the ADF tray holds a max of 20 sheets.
Scan resolutions include;
1200 x 2400 dpi for optical, and
19200 x 19200 interpolated
2-sided printing
with print resolutions maxing out at 6000 x 1200dpi
printing 10ppm of color , and
12ppm for black and white
The print quality is really good, I compared the prints with an older Brother Laser printer, even though the laser
prints had darker blacks, the J805DW printed a sharper image, with an overall better look.
Borderless Color photos took at least 5 minutes or more, and had exceptional quality. The prints looked like they
were just done at a photo lab.
OEM inks offer fade and colorfast resistance. However, the longevity is more so determined by the archival quality of
the paper used, and how the paper is physically handled. If all conditions are good, you could end up with
prints lasting 70 to 80 years.
So far very impressed with the quality, and the features!
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Capture up to 1440p video with this Nextbase 522GW dash camera. Alexa enables hands-free control through voice commands, and Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi technologies sync with compatible smartphones for quick access to important footage. This Nextbase 522GW dash camera has ports for connecting compatible camera modules for easy expansion.
 
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Great features and video
on July 18, 2019
Posted by: Aaronxx7
from central new york
I would like to mention that this dash cam actually has a lot of great features, and a high quality metal design.
The camera itself feels very solid, and has a good weight to it. It, not like some cheap models that feel like they'd blow out your window.
The cam comes with a magnetic mount between the camera and base. Making it capable to remove the camera after an incident, and record a quick video or snapshots of the outside of your vehicle, and the surrounding location.
Because of the larger resolution (1440p), I really would not recommend using any SD cards smaller than 128GB. I tried the unit with a 32GB card, removed the duplicate file recording feature, and still could not view any recordings from the previous day, because that footage had already been re-written over. It looks like I was getting 2.5hrs of video for 30GB of space, at full resolution.
Because Nextbase is pretty popular, they do have some accessories that can enhance your DVR, primarily a backup camera, cabin view or rear window camera. All of these options are hard wired directly into the extra video port on the side of your camera. ( I am not sure how these accessories would record in conjunction with your main camera view, as I do not have any of them, yet)
I have also heard, but not confirmed that some Auto Insurance companies give a discount for using a name brand dash cam, like Nextbase
It could be because how thorough the information collected in the videos is. The built in GPS shows the current longitude, latitude and speed in every frame, as well as displaying the date, time and model dash cam. You can even add your license plate to the display.
The dash cam can also sync directly to your smart phone, through the Nextbase app. Here you can update the camera software, and view a live stream, or access saved videos.
Even though the camera and phone are initially connected with a Bluetooth connection, to video stream and update the software a direct wifi connection is needed, the app will make this connection for you, but you will need to make sure that your phone has a "download booster" type option, where it can access the internet through the WIFI and Cellular connection at the same time, otherwise the update process would most likely have to be done manually by downloading the file on your PC and transferring it to the SD card.
-If your phone is set to only use data from just one connection, you will continue to get an error, this is because your phone is connected to the camera through the wifi, but also trying to use the data through the wifi. (which in this case, has no internet signal)
I also had a bit of time trying to connect the Alexa feature to my phone. If you have problems at first with this feature, restart both your phone and the camera. Then navigate the dash cam settings to the Alexa options, when you get to the screen that gives you a barcode to download the Alexa app to your phone, stay on that screen until the connection is completed.
Next on your phone install and run the Alexa app. , Open up the Nextbase app, and disable, but then re-enable the Alexa options in the Nextbase app, ...from here you will try to connect the Nextbase app to the Alexa app. follow the instructions on screen . If 2 options for your dash cam pop up to connect to, in the devices portion of the Alexa app, pick the shorter device name.
After a successful connection, touching the Alexa logo on the dash cam screen, will cause a short beep, and Alexa will await your command. (note, that you can just say the word Alexa after everything is connected properly)
***** The Alexa app, will add specific skills for the dash cam SOON, but as of right now, the Alexa features to control the dash cam are not yet active. Customer support is estimating 2 more weeks at the time of this review. However, all normal Alexa commands to check the weather, and what not, work fine right now.
The battery in the device is a nice feature, but can only maintain the camera for approximately 15mins, so keep that in mind, when leaving your vehicle unattended for extended periods of time,..i.e vacations.
I would also like to mention that customer service and support for Nextbase products is very good, even though they are headquartered in the UK, they do have a Texas based phone number in America to handle all support issues. It takes less than a minute to get an agent, and are very quick at helping you out.
The higher video resolution is nice, but you still need to be somewhat close to other vehicles ( maybe 20 feet or less) to actually read license plates in the videos or still shots.
The low distortion wide angle view is very good at providing full coverage in front of your vehicle, and along both front fenders, without the fisheye look.
now, the negatives (unfortunately, because I really like this brand):
there is no type of night vision, the camera does have a low lux rating, but no way to capture video in complete darkness. This doesn't help if the G sensor gets activated in a parking spot, at night or in a dark garage, the recordings are just too dark to see anything. It also gives everything a tunnel vision look, driving at night. Don't get me wrong, the recordings still work well at night, on anything lit up, but it would still be nice to see what is going on in very dark areas.
The mount, while very sturdy, lacks the ability to swivel in all directions. It lets you pivot the camera up and down, and then slightly to the right and left. I really wanted to try to mount my camera in a less obtrusive location on my window. I tried to put the suction cup upside down, to snug everything to the top of my window, but this was not possible, due to the limited swivel capabilities of the mount. Neither could I place the mount at a side angle. The only position available is the original upright one.
The G sensor by default, for some reason registers bumps in the road, as me hitting the " protect video" button on the cam. There is absolutely nothing even close to hitting this on my window, and the bumps in the road are not even that bad, but I have a lot of unintentionally saved protected videos, which is kind of a problem for recording space, and it also makes it tougher to find videos that you actually wanted to save. ( there is an adjustment for the G sensor sensitivity, but this will effect the parking monitor feature)
Overall this dash cam offers great HD video, with minimal effort on your part. Once connected to the cars power, it automatically records every time you start the vehicle up, and stops shortly after the vehicle shuts off. However if you like features, like the rest of us, -- this is the first dash cam to offer up all these options in the same device; GPS details, 1440p video , Alexa , app streaming and sharing, parking monitor, and emergency SOS with location alerts.
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Enhance surveillance across multiple areas at once with this Defender 4K four-camera security system. The 4K resolution provides crystal-clear images for reviewing footage in detail, while the 1TB of local storage offers ample space for saving videos. This Defender 4K four-camera security system has a durable housing for standing up to harsh weather.
 
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great quality video, and night vision
on July 12, 2019
Posted by: Aaronxx7
from central new york
The night vision is actually very good, even at long distances.
It is supposed to be able to see 100ft at night, which I haven't measured the distance, but I think that's pretty accurate.
So far all the video saved has been very high quality. The system does capture all the night vision in black and white, but anything with artificial or daylight is in full color.
While none of these cameras have a mic for audio recording, there is an audio input for an optional mic input on the back of the DVR.
For first time users, this system may seem a little too complicated, but if you follow the initial wizard, and don't change too many settings it should be pretty easy to get up and running.
My biggest word of advice is to make sure you have the correct Defender app installed for your system. I accidentally downloaded the Defender HD app for android, and spent a couple days trying to troubleshoot my network, and internet, because the app recognized my system, and had it listed in the devices, but would not complete a valid connection to use the features. The app never said it was incompatible with this system, just kept giving me connection errors.
So make sure you download the "Defender 24-7" app, for the 4k systems. Once I finally got my phone connected, the app worked like a breeze, it was very easy to live view any or all of my cameras, and view past recordings.
The DVR itself comes with a mouse, and HDMI cable to connect to a monitor, to view the cameras, change the settings, and edit recordings.
The cameras can be set to constant recording, or motion activated recording. You can even block out grids on each individual camera as an ignore zone, where it will not respond to action in those areas.
When motion is detected the device will record it, and if set up, the DVR will email you , to notify you of motion in the designated areas.
There are a lot of other settings and options to customize your experience. The other thing that I like is that you can set up a password for access to recordings and settings, preventing unauthorized viewings( even on the app)
You can set up motion notifications to go out to more than 1 user, to alert several people of the potential threat or issue.
Just as another side note, the system does not have a wifi card, so the internet needs to be hard wired to the DVR, however because I didn't want to run additional cables through my house, I grabbed an unused router, and set it to "bridge" mode, and then connect my DVR to that. It works great, even with the mobile app.
Overall, I have been very impressed with video quality, and motion alerts. I love how quickly the app connects,and lets you live view your cameras ( other security systems have been known to lag, or freeze up during this action) . I also like how easy it is to share video clips from your phone, and back up all the camera videos ( in full resolution) to a usb flash drive. The only thing that could make this system better, would be to include mics on the cameras.
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Acer Laptop: Run graphic-intensive games with this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. The 15.6-inch FHD display shows an immersive picture with sharp visuals. CoolBoost technology lowers CPU and GPU temperatures for long-lasting sessions. This Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop features a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics card for a vivid picture, and the high-quality speakers deliver clear dialog and deep bass.
 
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Excellent performance for mid range gaming laptop
on June 26, 2019
Posted by: Aaronxx7
from central new york
This years new edition to Acer's gaming laptop lineup has many improvements over last years mid range options.
The design is almost exactly the same, with the sporty aerodynamic look , red highlights, and red back light keyboard. Except that this model is slightly smaller, they have trimmed the design for a smaller bezel around the screen. Keeping the same size screen, but tailoring the rest of the laptops size to match that. Which gives the design a sleeker look. The screen resolution is still 1080p, but offers a better color spectrum over last years models,
The ports are pretty much the same 3 usb, 1 usb type-C , HDMI , Ethernet, and headphone jack. Sadly this model does not have a memory card reader.
The speakers are stereo but don't seem to be as loud as last years R5ED model, but still sufficient.
With that said, everything else seems to be an improvement.
The combination of the SSD and the 1TB hard drive is a good mix of both worlds. Achieving virtually instant on, and quicker load times for windows and important system apps, while still keeping a large hard drive capacity giving gamers the ability to keep several high capacity games loaded and ready to go.
The combination of the i5-9300H and GTX 1650 , produces excellent results for a mid range laptop. Almost everything was twice as fast as the R5ED with the Ryzen 5 and RX 560X.
Most games ran at 60fps, including Mortal Kombat 11, and Call of Duty, with some of the more intense games like the Witcher 3 running around 46 to 50fps. But all games ran smoothly with no apparent jitter or lag.
This gaming laptop ran almost all games perfectly, expect for the new Doom demo, as this graphics card is not capable of producing the real-time ray tracing effects that the RTX series of graphics cards are. So, stay clear of any real-time ray tracing games, as they will just not load. ( Which at this point is only a handful of games. )
Novabench scored this laptop at 2084, which is pretty fair for most mid-level gaming pc's.
Battery life is still good at about 8hrs on the right power plan, but I prefer to use the laptop on highest performance setting, so that drops the time frame down a lot. For intense games, it's just easier to stay plugged in, so as not to worry about power consumption.
The Nitro 5 features still include easy access to the graphics card features and Nitrosense (which now has a dedicated key by the backspace bar), giving you manual control over the cooling fan, and quick access to power plans. LCD overdrive and True-harmony settings.
The LCD overdrive feature, provides a smoother more detailed look during action sequences, to get you a better eye on the competition. It really does reduce the motion blur, and haziness experienced with slower refresh rates.
True-Harmony settings include EQ presets to cover most game genres , including FPS and sports, as well as offering movies, music and voice settings.
Overall this is a very capable gaming laptop with a lot of features.
I have been impressed with it's performance so far.
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Safeguard your home with this Arlo security camera system. Its 4K resolution provides maximum clarity so you don't miss a single detail, and a siren is integrated so you can fend off intruders either remotely or while at home. This Arlo security camera system is weather-resistant, so it's functional rain or shine.
 
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catches everything
on June 24, 2019
Posted by: Aaronxx7
from central new york
This is a very sensitive security system, under the default settings.
it seems to record every type of movement in it's field of view.
Arlo offers many customization and surveillance features;
The ability to talk and listen through the cameras
an emergency siren can be activated from your smartphone or computer
e911 can be set up to notify 911 with an emergency at your address,
or you can notify a friend or neighbor, so they can check on your house.
you can set up activity zones from the camera's view to get direct notifications for any movement in just those specific areas.
a library of events can either be accessed from the online storage, or a micro SD card(loaded into the camera), to view previous video recordings. all videos record sound as well.
You can set up night vision to either include the spotlight, when movement is detected, or just infrared vision. (which has a limited distance, anything over 10 to 15ft, requires the spotlight or an additional light source) color vision doesn't work with the infrared.
- in low activity areas the camera's battery can last up to 3 to 6 months.
A magnetic base and camera make mounting and positioning a breeze
( lets you angle the camera in virtually any direction)
three different camera views are available to accommodate small or large areas - full 120degrees, wide 155degrees, and super wide 180degrees. with advanced dewarping to give you a more natural look.
One of the best features is the ability to log into your cameras at anytime to check on your house, with a live video and audio feed. You can also give access to other family members, so they can have their own logins as well. The video quality is pretty good, and any area of the video can be zoomed into for a better look.
with all the features, and ease of use, especially the super easy installation of a wireless camera with a magnetic base, and up to 10 cameras. This security system is pretty much perfect for a quick need, or just someone that doesn't want tons of extra wires run all over their house.
However, I did notice a few drawbacks after a week and a half of use.
The Auto tracking feature is really a nice touch, when their is only 1 subject in view, and a smaller area is being covered by the camera, otherwise when the camera digitally zooms in on the motion, other objects and areas are cut out of the view. So, if you are covering a large area, turn off the auto tracking, so you don't lose potentially important background footage.
Also, make sure that you don't position your camera where there is a lot of objects that will constantly be waving around in the wind. My camera was recording clips every minute, because of part of an awning flapping in the wind.
When I placed a camera in front of my house, I was amazed at how incredible the 180 degree field of view was, the 1 camera was able to cover virtually all of my front yard. I set up 2 activity zones, 1 for my lawn, and 1 for my driveway (on the same camera)
the zones worked great, as I got notified anytime movement was detected in those zones, however they should also offer an "ignore" zone, because when I went back and viewed all my recorded video clips, the camera had captured every vehicle that was going down my street. I didn't get notifications for these recording, which was good, because it was not in my designated zones, but it wore my camera battery down very quickly. I had to charge my camera after one and a half weeks of such intense use.
I was also a little disappointed that the infrared night vision, only worked with such a small distance, but that can be easily rectified by using the built in spotlight, or other lights around your house
It's also a good idea to order extra batteries and a charging base, so that when you get the notification for a low battery, it can be changed quickly, and the camera can be immediately returned to service , or get the solar charging unit for even less maintenance.
overall, I'm pretty impressed with the system, and it's features.
I just really hope they include a "non-activity" or "ignore zone", to weed out unnecessary recordings, and also a minimum time recording feature for detected motions. I noticed that in some of my recordings, I would have liked it to have recorded another 5 or 10 seconds after the last motion was detected.
Both of these suggestions could easily be added in a system update, and really improve the battery life and motion captures.
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The ASTRO A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro TR for PS5, PS4, PC and Mac is the premier audio solution for esports athletes, content creators and streamers. It meets esports athletes’ rigorous standards for audio fidelity, comfort and durability. The MixAmp Pro TR features Dolby Audio processing and enables lag and interference-free delivery of game sound and voice communication. The A40 TR arrives as an open-back headset featuring a swappable precision mic and customizable Speaker Tags.
 
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First off, I would like to comment on how durable and light this headset feels. They have managed to put two opposing attributes together and make it work. Most of the time when you get something that is so light, durability is sacrificed, and typically when high durability is achieved it's bulky.
Astro has brought together high quality aluminum and plastics to make a very comfortable, lightweight, and strong headset capable of putting out tournament quality Dolby sound, with an easy to use and convenient MixAmp. The MixAmp has 2 easy to access dials for volume and voice vs game levels, and a passthrough or Dolby audio button . It has 4 preset equalizer options for Astro, Balanced, Flat, and Tournament sound settings. The MixAmp has several input methods, to use on virtually any console or PC, including optical, usb, and 3.5mm. The amp has a dedicated stream port, and daisy chain ports as well.
The headset can actually be customized through the Astro website, where you can order customized speaker covers, cushions, headband covers, and mic. You can also order synthetic leather noise-isolating ear cushions, voice-isolating mic, padded headband and closed-back Speaker Tags. The great thing is that the ear cushions and speaker covers are held on by strong magnets, so changing or cleaning these parts is a breeze.
With all the effort that Astro put into the quality and customization of the aesthetics, they put just as much effort into the sound quality.
Sounds, voices, and in game music are loud, clear, and extremely easy to pinpoint direction on a 360 basis. Explosions have good impact while voices can still be understood. It's always impressive to hear all the tiny additional sounds coders put into the games, .. ie, mice, flies, birds, and even the wind. All things most people miss without a good headset.
I really like how none of the audio controls are anywhere on the actual headset, the mute is easy to access on the cable, and everything else is on the amp. I hate having to fumble around with a headset that has everything on the actual ear cups, so most of the time, I have to take off the headset to find the mute, or other options, because my fingers can't feel the difference between the delicate buttons.
Great job Astro, on such a great sounding, solid headset!
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isten to music and talk hands-free with these JVC Deep Bass wireless headphones. Powerful drivers deliver sharp, lifelike audio, while the Bass Boost feature helps you feel the beat by enhancing low-end frequencies. These JVC Deep Bass wireless headphones have integrated microphones and on-ear controls for making and receiving hands-free calls.
 
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on June 12, 2019
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These headphones are a very convenient size, which is a little smaller than some of my other pairs, making them easier to fit into a front backpack pouch or something similar, as the speakers pivot , creating a flat profile.
The sound is not like a Dolby stereo system, but it is very excellent for the price range it's in. The volume offers a great range, with a max setting that is way too loud for my comfort. All sounds are very clear, and easy to distinguish. At the normal setting, the bass is actually pretty good, however there is an added "bass" button to push out just a little more impact if desired.
The ear cups seem a little small, but still very comfortable. The headband lacks the added cushion that more expensive versions offer, yet it is not even noticeable while wearing them.
Overall this set, is actually very comfortable, lightweight, and easy to carry around. It syncs very easily, and has conveniently sized buttons for all features. Calls are very clear, and music sounds great.
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The Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System with Auto-iQ features a new modern design and more functionality than Ninja's original Professional Kitchen System.* Ninja Total Crushing Blades and Pro Extractor Blades Assembly give you perfectly crushed ice for your smoothies, frozen drinks, and nutrient extractions**. The 72 oz.† Total Crushing Pitcher is great for making large batches for the whole family with 1400 peak watts of professional power. Plus, its two 24 oz. single-serve cups with spout lids makes it easy to take delicious, nutrient-rich smoothies on the go. But don’t just stop at drinks—the 8-cup processor bowl provides precision processing for even chopping, smooth purees, and up to 2 lbs. of dough. Auto-iQ Technology provides preset programs that do the work for you, no guesswork required. *Versus BL770, based on the number of available blending programs **Extract a drink containing vitamins and nutrients from fruits and vegetables †64 oz. max liquid capacity
 

How many processor bowls are included with the Ninja blender and what is the capacity of each?

there is only 1 mixing bowl included with the system (more can be purchased from the mfr website)
the bowl capacity is 64oz/8cups
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The Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System with Auto-iQ features a new modern design and more functionality than Ninja's original Professional Kitchen System.* Ninja Total Crushing Blades and Pro Extractor Blades Assembly give you perfectly crushed ice for your smoothies, frozen drinks, and nutrient extractions**. The 72 oz.† Total Crushing Pitcher is great for making large batches for the whole family with 1400 peak watts of professional power. Plus, its two 24 oz. single-serve cups with spout lids makes it easy to take delicious, nutrient-rich smoothies on the go. But don’t just stop at drinks—the 8-cup processor bowl provides precision processing for even chopping, smooth purees, and up to 2 lbs. of dough. Auto-iQ Technology provides preset programs that do the work for you, no guesswork required. *Versus BL770, based on the number of available blending programs **Extract a drink containing vitamins and nutrients from fruits and vegetables †64 oz. max liquid capacity
 

How many accessories/blades does the processor come with?

there are 3 total blades in the box.
1 for the tall blender pitcher
and
2 for the short chopping/ mixing pitcher (1 for mixing dough, and 1 for chopping foods)
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The Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System with Auto-iQ features a new modern design and more functionality than Ninja's original Professional Kitchen System.* Ninja Total Crushing Blades and Pro Extractor Blades Assembly give you perfectly crushed ice for your smoothies, frozen drinks, and nutrient extractions**. The 72 oz.† Total Crushing Pitcher is great for making large batches for the whole family with 1400 peak watts of professional power. Plus, its two 24 oz. single-serve cups with spout lids makes it easy to take delicious, nutrient-rich smoothies on the go. But don’t just stop at drinks—the 8-cup processor bowl provides precision processing for even chopping, smooth purees, and up to 2 lbs. of dough. Auto-iQ Technology provides preset programs that do the work for you, no guesswork required. *Versus BL770, based on the number of available blending programs **Extract a drink containing vitamins and nutrients from fruits and vegetables †64 oz. max liquid capacity
 

is there option for additional accessories other than the chopping blade and dough blade for the processor or is that all that is available for this model?

There are no other accessories in the box, or listed on the Ninja Kitchen website.
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GE Appliances is dedicated to providing the right solutions for rooms of any size. Our window air conditioners are designed to offer exceptional comfort while remaining quiet, and our latest connected technology makes these products versatile and easy to use.This 8,000 BTU smart window air conditioner cools medium rooms up to 350 square feet. Energy efficient cooling with 3 cooling and 3 fan speeds provide flexible and optimal home comfort. Integration with the SmartHQ app allows you to monitor, schedule, and control your connected air conditioner from anywhere, or use the electronic controls with included remote to easily to adjust and manage your settings. This AC installs easily in a double hung window with included EZ Mount window kit and fixed chassis. Additional features like eco mode, power interruption restart, 24-hour on/off timer, and removable filter offer ease of use and maintenance.
 

How low does the temperature setting go?

64 degrees Fahrenheit
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Aaronxx7
 
GE Appliances is dedicated to providing the right solutions for rooms of any size. Our window air conditioners are designed to offer exceptional comfort while remaining quiet, and our latest connected technology makes these products versatile and easy to use.This 8,000 BTU smart window air conditioner cools medium rooms up to 350 square feet. Energy efficient cooling with 3 cooling and 3 fan speeds provide flexible and optimal home comfort. Integration with the SmartHQ app allows you to monitor, schedule, and control your connected air conditioner from anywhere, or use the electronic controls with included remote to easily to adjust and manage your settings. This AC installs easily in a double hung window with included EZ Mount window kit and fixed chassis. Additional features like eco mode, power interruption restart, 24-hour on/off timer, and removable filter offer ease of use and maintenance.
 

Does this ait conditioner work with alexa?

I did not try it, but it says it does in the manual
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The Apex 3 gaming keyboard was built for the needs of gamers, with water and dust resistance for protection against spills and accidents, as well as premium features like low friction whisper quiet gaming switches, 10-zone RGB customization, a premium magnetic wrist rest, multimedia controls, and gaming-grade keys.
 

So does this have pre-set color changing led's like the hyperx alloy core? or do I have to install software to change the colors? I know it says 10-zone rgb illumination, im just very new to pc stuff and not sure.

It does have some pre-set color options that can be changed by pressing the SteeleSeries icon button and the F9 button.

There is also an app that can be downloaded for a lot more ways to customize the colors and features
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Remove dirt and spills with this Hoover Oxy tough stain remover. The fast-acting formula quickly loosens grime for easy removal and works on carpets, rugs, upholstery and car interiors for versatile use. This Hoover Oxy tough stain remover deodorizes carpets and breaks down stains, leaving the area smelling and looking clean.
 

Can one safely use this product on a carpet protected by Stain Master

It should work fine on carpets with stain master. Although, it might remove some of the protective layer of stain master.
So, you should re-apply with one of their touch up sprays, if you still want the protection.
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This H&R Block Premium Tax software is designed for people who want to be in control of their tax preparation experience and feel empowered by completing their own return. It is a perfect solution for homeowners, investors, rental property owners, or self-employed who have complex tax situations and want to get a big refund.
 

Can my son and I use the Premium Tax Software in separate returns?

Yes, this allows you to file up to 5 separate returns with no additional fees
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This H&R Block Premium Tax software is designed for people who want to be in control of their tax preparation experience and feel empowered by completing their own return. It is a perfect solution for homeowners, investors, rental property owners, or self-employed who have complex tax situations and want to get a big refund.
 

does this software include form 4562 & 4835

Yes, I see both forms in the program.
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This H&R Block Premium Tax software is designed for people who want to be in control of their tax preparation experience and feel empowered by completing their own return. It is a perfect solution for homeowners, investors, rental property owners, or self-employed who have complex tax situations and want to get a big refund.
 

DOES H$R BLOCK SOFTWARE HAS THE FORM 709 FOR UNIFIED GIFT

I did a search in the "forms" section, and it came up with no results.
sorry, I do not see it anywhere in the app.
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