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Step into your zone with Zone 750, the wired headset that lets you sound clear, hear better, and stay focused, no matter where you work. Collaborate better and stay connected. Zone 750 is a USB headset that delivers premium audio and reliable call clarity. In-line controls keep call functions handy while USB-C and included USB-A adapter ensure plug-and-play compatibility. Zone 750 works with common calling applications across most all platforms and operating systems. Noise-canceling dual-mic technology accurately suppresses distracting sounds like keyboard clicks and nearby voices as close as 23 in away.
Customer Rating
5
Great for noisy office environments
on July 23, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
I work in a noisy environment where many people have daily calls with our partners overseas. With all of the discussions it can be extremely hard not to get some bleed over and missed dialog. That's why I was excited to try Logitech's Zone 750 noise cancelling on the ear headset.
The fit is firm enough to stay in place during lengthy calls but not so tight that they are uncomfortable. The padded earcups provide a decent amount of comfort and do provide a good bit of noise isolation. I do love that the boom will mute the mic when in the raised position (parallel with the band and not in front of the mouth) making it a very intuitive motion to mute a call. While there is a mute button on the inline control I find the sweep up mute more to my liking.
The audio from the headset is crystal clear and the noise cancelling works wonders on ambient noise. I've got some hearing loss so the clarity is very welcome to my ears. The people I talk with report that there is little or no background noise coming through on their end and it is crystal clear as well.
I like the included soft carrying bag, making it easy to toss into my backpack when I have to commute to the office. I also like that the native connection is USB-C but also comes with a USB-C to USB-A adapter (which stows neatly in a little pouch in the carrying bag.
While the price is a bit steeper than a lot of other headsets you still get a lot of value with noise cancelling features, comfort and included carrying bag.
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Create engaging video content with this RODE mobile filmmaking vlogger kit. An included tripod helps stabilize your device for improved picture quality, while the on-camera microLED and diffuser provide gentle illumination for capturing life-like images. This RODE mobile filmmaking vlogger kit features a SmartGrip holder to keep your smartphone in place, and the USB-C-enabled VideoMic Me-C microphone captures clear directional audio.
Customer Rating
4
A few drawbacks
on June 24, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
vLogger
I'll admit that I'm not a vLogger but I grabbed this unit because I do a lot of colaborative messaging for work. When I travel I don't always have a laptop handy so I thought the Rode vLogger would be an acceptable alternative.
I grabbed the Android (or USB-C) version to use with my Samsung Galaxy Note 10. I'm impressed with the quality of all of the components that come with this kit. The plastic tripod/handle has a solid feel to it and the RODE imprinted name on the legs provides a little more grip than smooth plastic. The swivel is easy to adjust and firm once locked in. The phone mount is solid aluminum with indents and rubber pads to firmly hold the phone in place. The range of clamping should be adequate for just about any phone. The Note 10 is pretty large and the clamp had plenty of range to accommodate. I shook the assembly very vigorisly and nothing moved. The phone mount also has a hotshoe slot which holds the LED light. The light is very compact and has 4 different intensity levels not to mention that it also comes with a variety of filters to add hue or soften. The light has a rechargable battery however I haven't had an opportunity to check the battery life.
The microphone mounts firmly to the phone using the USB-C connection and there are a few "feet" on the microphone that help stabliize it. My Android phone recognizes the microphone as an input device automatically. Sound quality is improved over input from the phone's built in microphone and the windsock helps reduce wind noise which is huge plus when using outdoors. The RODE Reporter app seems maybe a bit unnecessary as the Android built in apps seem to be adequate. Comments on the Google Play app store are mixed and I haven't spent much time with it.
For the purpose I grabbed this unit it seems to work fine. It's a great mobile office addition. Something I can use in an airport during a Teams or Zoom call. But there are a couple of issues that make it not quite perfect.
- First, you can't use the microphone with an case that I have. The USB-C jack is not long enough to make a connect. So I constantly find myself pulling the case off and putting it back on when I'm using the vLogger.
- Second, make sure your phone is fully charged because you can not charge your phone and use the microphone at the same time. I doubt the mic draws much from the phone battery but if you have a lengthy session then you might be in trouble. I might invest in a USB-C dongle that lets me charge and keep my case on. Maybe the universal kit would have been better for me.
- Third, you do not get sound out of the phone with the microphone plugged in. You must use the monitor (aka earphone) jack on the back of the microphone. When doing video chats I don't want to wear headphone or earbuds. I do think that the Bluetooth earbuds will work will the mic is plugged in though. Still, I'd like the option to not have to wear them. I can imagine if I was a vLogger they might not care for this as well.
- First, you can't use the microphone with an case that I have. The USB-C jack is not long enough to make a connect. So I constantly find myself pulling the case off and putting it back on when I'm using the vLogger.
- Second, make sure your phone is fully charged because you can not charge your phone and use the microphone at the same time. I doubt the mic draws much from the phone battery but if you have a lengthy session then you might be in trouble. I might invest in a USB-C dongle that lets me charge and keep my case on. Maybe the universal kit would have been better for me.
- Third, you do not get sound out of the phone with the microphone plugged in. You must use the monitor (aka earphone) jack on the back of the microphone. When doing video chats I don't want to wear headphone or earbuds. I do think that the Bluetooth earbuds will work will the mic is plugged in though. Still, I'd like the option to not have to wear them. I can imagine if I was a vLogger they might not care for this as well.
So... in closing. In spite of the drawbacks that I mentioned this unit provides a value alternative to other setups. I'm about to take a vacation and I might even test out the video recording capabilities.
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The USB 4K Ultra HD Webcam delivers smooth Ultra HD and HD video, highlighting subtle details of movements and expressions. Perfect for everyday use, the JVU430 features dual microphones, and a security camera image sensor that automatically adjusts to suit different lighting conditions - everything you need to look and sound your best during video calls. The webcam has a 360 degree swivel design to make calls from any angle, and also has a built in privacy cover for when the camera is not in use. The USB 4K ULTRA HD Webcam is equipped with a USB-C cable and a USB Type-A connector to work with both your older and newer devices.
Customer Rating
4
Decent enough but the companion app adds a star
on June 24, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
J5 Webcam
Where was this when Covid first started and everyone was working from home. You couldn't find a webcam anywhere!!!
Where was this when Covid first started and everyone was working from home. You couldn't find a webcam anywhere!!!
Setup was extremely easy. Plug and play and it work like any other webcam. I tested it with Zoom and Teams and it worked great. 4K quality... I couldn't really tell the difference. For most of my calls 4K isn't necessary and I couldn't really tell the difference. At the price point I was expecting more but it is 4K at 30FPS. Most will need to dial it back to get better frame rates.
It has same mounting options as most others with the bi-fold support that you can rest on the top of a monitor, set on your desktop or use the threaded mount for a tripod or other camera mounts. I did like the fact that it had a USB-C plug and a USB-C to USB-A adapter tethered to the cable. With a lot of laptops moving to USB-C and a lot of the gaming laptop from a few brands not including a webcam it's not too bulky that you couldn't toss it in your laptop bag. I do wish that the support and actual camera could be separated. If I did toss it in my laptop bag I might be concerned about breaking something, or maybe it would be nice to include a small travel bag with it to protect it. But again I understand that this is primarily marketed towards desktop users since most laptops have webcams.
I did find the J5 Webcam Companion app pretty cool though. I downloaded and installed on my home Windows 10 computer. The app was easy to install and when I didn't have the camera plugged in it told me no J5 cameras were detected (I did have a Logi camera plugged in at the time so it knew the difference). Once launched I loved the fact that there are zoom features. My workspace dictates that I have my webcam set back a bit so with the wideangle lense I pick up EVERYTHING in my home office, which isn't desirable. So loading the app gives you a lot more settings that you can fine tune the image from the camera. The app allows you to set brightness, chromatic correction, contrast, hue and saturation. You can zoom with 3 preset fields of view or tune with the plus and minus on a slider bar, whichever works best for you. Heck in tightest zoom I could almost count my nose hairs... LOL. You can also do a pan and tilt of the camera display image. So for me the app give me something I had been missing before in my colaborative meeting tools, excluding the nose hairs.
At $130 this might be a stretch purchase for me. There are other alternatives that I think would give you a better bang for your buck. I keep asking myself is 4K really needed for my use. My answer is not really and I could easily save $50 by purchasing something better suited for my personal use. But if you truly need 4K the J5 offering might be right for you.
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Breathe in fresher air with the PureZone™ 3-in-1 Air Purifier from Pure Enrichment®. Enjoy improved air quality as the premium 3-stage filter and UV-C light safely clean the air in any home or office. With its modern design, PureZone adds a touch of elegance to any space while its true HEPA filter removes 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns caused by spring or fire season and pets. It's the perfect solution to help make the air more comfortable for people with common breathing issues like allergies and asthma. †Staphylococcus albus (95.8%), Escherichia coli (96.6%), Aspergillus niger (88.2%), H1N1 (99.9%) independent testing
Customer Rating
5
Allergy sufferer recommended
on June 2, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
My wife and I dread spring and fall because we both suffer from allergies. When the pine pollen coats everything with a yellow dusting to the live oak droppings that clog the rain gutters we will sneeze... and sneeze... and sneeze. Then there is the mold we get from the rainy season we sneeze... and sneeze... and sneeze. We regularly change A/C filters with minimal relief so there had to be something else that could help.
We grabbed on of these 3 in 1 filters with hopes that it would help with our allergies and during the short time we've used it I can say that we sneeze less so maybe this is what we've needed for a long time.
I like the HEPA filter which grabs most of the pollen but the big plus is the UV light that kills germs and mold. What a huge help!!! We put it in our bedroom in a corner and turned it on and let it do it's thing. Its so quiet we don't even realize that it's running. It is rated for 200 square feet which is good for modest bedrooms. I can see that I'm going to need to purchase a couple of these to spread around the house and at $99 that is still pretty affordable for full home coverage compared to other alternatives.
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Soundcore by Anker Select 2 is the perfect crystal-clear portable Bluetooth speaker. Using our exclusive partycast technology, you can link over 100 partycast speakers together for synchronized music and lights. A 20-hour playtime paired with IPX7 waterproof technology that makes it the ideal outdoor speaker. You can also customize the sound and lighting using the Soundcore app to create the perfect mood. A detachable strap keeps it from falling off during more rugged adventures.
Customer Rating
3
Decent speaker but need an account for the app
on May 29, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
I've purchased a bunch of Anker products in the past. When I think Anker it's unusally cell phone accessories, battery chargers, USB hubs, cables and the like. I really never even knew they made audio products so I was suprised to find that they came out with a whole line of products with their latest being the Soundcore Select 2 Bluetooth portable speaker. It's an already crowded space with lots of competition so I'm not sure this little brick will be a stand out.
There is a PartyCast party mode where you can connect up to 100 or more PartyCast devices in a mesh sound and light. Unfortunately I couldn't test this capability and this unit does not have lighting.
What I like...
+ It was easy to setup as a plain Bluetooth speaker. BT pairing was painless.
+ The small form factor is perfect to toss in a bag or backpack for a fun day at the beach
+ Battery life is advertised at 24 hours of play time on a full charge, although I haven't tested duration yet but if published times are accurate then a full day at the beach is well in reach.
+ USB-C charging port. YES!!!! Good by micro-USB!!!
+ Rubberized exterior finish (just hoping that it doesn't get gummy over time like many rubber coatings).
+ Waterproof!!! I'm seriously considering strapping this to my kayak for a day on the lake!
+ Sound is great. The bass boost helps some songs get past the sometimes tinny sound that some speakers have. But I do have a bit of an issue that is easily fixed. You made need to shut off the bass boost on some songs that may already have a good amount of bass. If not you will get distortion.
+ Siri integration with the Soundcore button on the speaker (assuming the same for Google and Alexa depending on your setup). Just hold down the button until the beep and tell it what you want to play and even what app you want to use. Pretty handy!
+ Soundcore app is easy to use but...
+ It was easy to setup as a plain Bluetooth speaker. BT pairing was painless.
+ The small form factor is perfect to toss in a bag or backpack for a fun day at the beach
+ Battery life is advertised at 24 hours of play time on a full charge, although I haven't tested duration yet but if published times are accurate then a full day at the beach is well in reach.
+ USB-C charging port. YES!!!! Good by micro-USB!!!
+ Rubberized exterior finish (just hoping that it doesn't get gummy over time like many rubber coatings).
+ Waterproof!!! I'm seriously considering strapping this to my kayak for a day on the lake!
+ Sound is great. The bass boost helps some songs get past the sometimes tinny sound that some speakers have. But I do have a bit of an issue that is easily fixed. You made need to shut off the bass boost on some songs that may already have a good amount of bass. If not you will get distortion.
+ Siri integration with the Soundcore button on the speaker (assuming the same for Google and Alexa depending on your setup). Just hold down the button until the beep and tell it what you want to play and even what app you want to use. Pretty handy!
+ Soundcore app is easy to use but...
Now for what I didn't like about this speaker. Well, really not much. It checks most of the boxes. My biggest issue and yes for me it's a huge issue is having to create an account in the Soundcore app and then having yet another streaming service at your fingertips. Honestly... I'm buying a speaker and not another service. Between Apple, Youtube Music, Amazon Music and others, not to mention that I am old school and have a ton of music on vinyl, CD and already ripped digitally (a lot in FLAC). So I really don't want the service and I don't want another account to use the app. Unfortunately without an account you can't use the equalizer or the bass boost... seriously, this is a huge problem!!!!!
In closing for the $50 range its a decent speaker that I can find lots of uses for and seriously going to toss it in my kayak next trip out. I definately need some motivation music when paddling against the wind especially when the head wind is fast than my forward paddling speed.
Giving the speaker 4 stars but the app drags it down to a 3 star experience.
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Enjoy a smooth gaming experience with this 27-inch ASUS Full HD monitor. The Shadow Boost feature increases clarity in dark scenes, and the ultrafast response times minimize blurring and streaking for seamless gameplay. This ASUS Full HD monitor has an ergonomic design that allows tilting, swiveling and pivoting as needed.
Customer Rating
5
Bad start, great finish
on May 16, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
So is 4K or heck, even 2K resolution required for serious gaming? If not what is the most important spec? Actually using a 1080P monitor with a quick refresh rate and response time is a great target spec. That's where ASUS brings their TUF line of monitors to the game.
I grabbed the TUF 27" HD monitor. The 1920 x 1080 with 240Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time at under $400 is a bargain! I love the switches behind the right side of the bezel where you can quickly adjust between preset contrasts depending on how you are using it. Expecially helpful is a dedicated gaming switch that allows you to change between game type such as Racing, First Person Shooter, Role Play, etc. The stand is solid with height adjustment as well as tilt and swivel. The stand also allows for you to chose portrait or landscape orientation. You can also shed the stand and VESA mount if that's your preference which is a feature often not offered on some equivalent monitors.
It is Free-sync and G-Sync ready with HDR which really makes your screen pop (figuratively).
I play a lot of FPS games and I can appreciate the quick response and refresh with minimum artifacts and ghosting making the action on the screen truly smooth and assisting in game play, now if my reaction time would improve and take advantage of the quality of the monitor.
The bad start... Originally I connected it to an older gaming computer with a Radeon RX580 that is in our guest room. Unfortunately the computer would not even post with it connected so I switched back to the original monitor and it wouldn't post either. I disconnected everything, opened up the computer and cleared the motherboard CMOS and rebooted. Success!!!! Once it was in Windows I shutdown, switched to the TUF and it would finally boot. Once everything was working I played a little Division 2 on lower settings than I play on my main rig but it was very smooth and performance was limited by the graphics card.
Great finish... I then connected the TUF to my main gaming rig, a mini ITX system running an Intel i9 paired with a nVidia RTX3060 Ti graphics card. I started up Division 2 and had almost everything set at high resolution and the graphics card and TUF monitor pairing really were impressive. No artifacts or ghosting while playing. Super clean. I plan on trying the monitor with my racing sim setup... although 27" is a bit small for an immersive experience I might just have to break down and get 2 more monitor to make the perfect 3 monitor setup.
Other than the boot problem the monitor worked flawlessly and is a bargain at under $400. I'm a huge ASUS ROG and TUF fan. Between motherboards, AIOs, monitors and even cases their stuff is quality and with TUF as their value brand you know you are getting the the same high quality as the ROG stuff but at a value price.
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The Brydge 10.2 MAX+ for iPad (9th, 8th & 7th Gen) combines the functionality of a traditional Brydge keyboard with the protection of OtterBox. Featuring the largest precision trackpad for iPad, the 10.2 MAX+ native multi-touch gestures allow you to get the most of iPadOS, transforming your iPad into the perfect laptop replacement.
Customer Rating
5
You had me at Otterbox
on May 9, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
I was an early adopter of the first Brydge keyboards. I own at least 3 of their keyboards, 2 for iPads and 1 for a Microsoft Surface Pro (1st gen). I've always been pleased with the performance, comfortable typing position and response of the keys when typing. Everytime I upgraded to a new gen iPad I'd immediately order a new Brydge for it.
I never liked the Apple iPad keyboards because they seemed too flimsy for my taste. For early gen iPads I used a compact Mac bluetooth keyboard but it wasn't a thin solution. It worked but not ideal. I never liked the other brands of 3rd party keyboards. Most also feel flimsy and don't have great tactile feedback.
The new version for gen 6 and 7 iPads incorporates a few improvements over all previous versions. How about a trackpad? This has got one. I still have a tendency of reaching up to the screen but if you normally use a laptop's trackpad you will feel right at home. It's a nice touch, no pun intended, and a great value added feature over the competition. The trackpad has a smooth texture, uses two finger gestures for easy swiping from screen to screen and it also has the typical lower corners with tactile clicking (left and right mouse clicks). The top row a home key, lock key, backlight control key, screen lighting control, media control keys including volume. Standard Apple style keyboard for the rest of it… with the CTRL, Option and CMD keys. They may be a little close together and a bit smaller for some folks with big hands but since size is controlled by the width of the iPad going bigger isn’t really practical.
This keyboard has great three levels of intensity backlighting controlled by a key on the top row. You can fine tune the lighting for your tastes making it easy to find keys in low light.
The biggest draw to this solution for me was the incorporation of an Otterbox case for the iPad with the removable keyboard acting as a screen protector. BRILLIANT! Instead of the other Brydge keyboards having a tight fit attachment the keyboard requires the iPad to be inside of Otterbox case and the iPad and case slide out with easy force but not too easy for it to disengage unexpectedly. The Otterbox case also incorporates a pen sleeve if you use an Apple pen. If you don’t use the pen the sleeve is easily removed by compressing it and sliding it off of mounting tabs. The other thing I like about this version is there are indents on the Otterbox that align with the Brydge keyboard mounts. Past keyboards the alignment was a first stab at it and then adjust as necessary. Not anymore.
I loved the original Brydge keyboards and didn’t think they could improve on them but I was wrong. They made major improvements making it the perfect iPad (6th and 7th gen 10.2”) companion.
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Get ample space to expand your gaming collection with this SanDisk SDSQXAO-128G-AN6ZY microSDXC memory card for Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite. The 128GB capacity offers plenty of room to store your epic battles, winning run and signature moves for posterity. With read speeds of up to 100MB/sec., this SanDisk microSDXC memory card supports seamless gameplay.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect pairing for the Switch
on April 15, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
During Covid I got extremely bored so I purchased a few gaming solutions. Fortunately I was able to grab each of the next gen consoles but I needed a mobile solution as I hate playing games on my phone. I picked up a Nintendo Switch Lite and must say I"m extremely pleased with it's portability and screen size but the internal memory has limits the number of games you can download to the Switch.
Easy solution is to grab a micro-SD card but you need one that's fast enough to not impact game play so that's where the SanDisk 128GB microSDXC UHS-I card comes in. Super fast loads and no noticable lag. I love that they also have a 256GB version. With a couple of cards you should be able to download your complete library of games with room to spare.
Well worth the money and even better, you can use these cards with any device that has a micro-SD slot (cameras, tablets, Android phones). A win win!!!
Highly recommend!
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6A/30WT Duplex Tamper-Resistant Outlets with USB C Dual Wall Chargers- White
Customer Rating
5
Free up your receptacle
on April 2, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
The never ending battle between plugged in appliances and charging bricks is over. I've always considered countertop receptacles a convenient place to plug in a charger and connect my phone or tablet. I've always had to jockey between the charger and coffee maker. Leviton eliminates the inconvience by adding USB charging ports on a standard 120V duplex receptacle. Ingenious!!!! No more unplugging and plugging in chargers and appliances. I've seen receptacles with USB type A port but now they have the USB type C. Great ideas since a lot of devices are going that way.
I ended up purchasing a few Lightning to USB C cables and leave them plugged in with cords stashed away until needed. I can now leave my coffee maker plugged in too!!!
At 5V the output is 3.0A and it takes and iPad up to full charge in a fraction of the time that the standard charger does... that is if you get a charger with your phone now since Apple and Samsung have decided to not include them with your new phone.
Great idea, long overdue and super convenient. I plan on switching out a few other receptacles in the house. Worth the purchase.
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ASUS TUF Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The Intel i7 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 240hz FHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TB SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
Customer Rating
5
So you want a RTX-3070?
on March 4, 2021
Posted by: Technopackrat
from KATY, TX
The latest series of gaming laptops packed with the new nVidia GeForce RTX-3000 series graphics cards have probably been the most anticipated in quite some time. It's incredible that there are models that fit most budgets. The ASUS TUF series is considered the budget friendly series of the ASUS component and laptop offerings. With the RTX-3000 series graphics cards being impossible to find it seems the best chance of getting to that level of performance is to grab a laptop sporting one of those cards.
The ASUS TUF Dash F15 is a great budget friendly laptop with great specs at a decent $1449 pricetag. Sporting the latest Intel i7-11370H CPU, 16GB of DDR4-3200 memory, a 1TB M.2 SSD and a GeForce RTX-3070 it's got enough horsepower to tackle just about anything you throw at it. The 15.6" display is 1920 x 1080 running at 240hz with a 3ms refresh rate which should help with any eSports and FPS games. Specs also include Wifi 6 connectivity and Thunderbolt 4 port. It's lightweight and thin. The IO is pretty decent as well with a full size HDMI port, an Ethernet jack, a headphone jack, 3 type A USB ports and 1 type C USB port. However there are a couple of things missing... no SD card slot, not even a micro-SD slot. Also missing is a webcam. The subtle styling of the TUF would make it a great all purpose laptop but with more and more remote learning, work, etc a built in webcam is a necessity. Unfortunately ASUS is pushing the gaming laptop lines without what I would call a required feature. I'm not thrilled about having to pack a separate webcam in my backpack. The whole point of a thin and light is to make it more portable.
The keyboard has a great feel to it. There is no clicking, travel of the keys is smooth and pleasing. I can type all day on this keyboard. There is no fancy RGB lighting but the backlighting is great. Not bright white but rather a moonlight white, maybe a slight green tint. Of course brightness is controllable and the uniqueness is the WASD keys are translucent making them stand out even in a bright room. The track pad has a good feel to it and the buttons provide enough tactile feedback you know you are pressing a button.
ASUS' Armory Crate software is activated by a dedicated button above the regular keys. Armory Crate allows you to tweak performance, fan profiles, and install ASUS updates.
Enough about under the hood, how does it run? I played AC Valhala and Division 2 on high quality graphics and it never skipped a beat. No stutter, no lag, impressively smooth play. I would expect nothing less from a RTX-3070. By no means is it the fastest thing out there, with AMD tearing Intel to pieces of late I'm somewhat surprised that ASUS didn't stuff a Ryzen 9 into it. I've got a ROG G14 with Ryzen and it screams but it has only a RTX-2070 and runs really hot not to mention the fan noise. At least the TUF runs considerably quieter than my G14 and doesn't get near as hot. FYI - I've included some screenshots of Cinebench results on CPU on multi-core and single core performance.
So, at the end of the day it's hard to argue with grabbing one of these laptops. Performance on a budget. Great build quality, upgradable, price under $1500. What's not to love. Time to retire my AW M17. This is my new daily all purpose laptop and oh... it screams playing games.
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Introducing MX Keys, an advanced wireless illuminated keyboard crafted for efficiency, stability, and precision. Perfect Stroke keys are shaped for your fingertips and increased key stability reduces noise while optimizing responsiveness. Tactile reference for hand positioning makes it easy to stay oriented and in your flow. The backlit keys light up the moment your hands approach, and automatically adjust to suit changing lighting conditions. With MX Keys you can truly master what you make.
Are the rechargeable batteries removable?
There is no battery hatch and no screws to remove a backplate so it would be safe to say they are not replaceable.
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Experience life-like visuals when playing HD games with this 15.6-inch ASUS laptop. The AMD Ryzen 7 3750H processor and 16GB of RAM enable rapid responses, and the gamer-focused keyboard layout includes four hot keys for faster, more intuitive control. This 15.6-inch ASUS laptop is powered by an NVIDIA GeForce 1660 Ti Max-Q graphics card for high frame rates.
How are the speakers on this laptop, in terms of sound quality and volume?
The volume can be ramped up pretty high and the quality is decent. I wouldn't use it to stream music without headphones or external speakers but for game playing it is great.
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Experience life-like visuals when playing HD games with this 15.6-inch ASUS laptop. The AMD Ryzen 7 3750H processor and 16GB of RAM enable rapid responses, and the gamer-focused keyboard layout includes four hot keys for faster, more intuitive control. This 15.6-inch ASUS laptop is powered by an NVIDIA GeForce 1660 Ti Max-Q graphics card for high frame rates.
Can I put a hdd inside this laptop?
G305 features the next-gen HERO sensor with 12,000 DPI sensitivity and LIGHTSPEED wireless 1 ms performance. It’s long-lasting with 250 gaming hours from one AA battery (an indicator light reminds you before you need a new AA), ultra-portable with built-in nano receiver storage, lightweight weighing in at 99 grams, and ready to game with 6 programmable buttons. G305 is the LIGHTSPEED wireless mouse for all.
Is the button under the mouse scroll wheel keybindable
That key is for adjusting DPI on the fly.
5 years, 10 months ago
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ASUS Laptop: Experience powerful gaming performance in a slim, compact package with this 15.6-inch ASUS laptop. Its 16GB of DDR4 RAM and Intel Core i7 processor let you multitask between programs, and its GTX 1060 graphics card smoothly renders 3D scenes. This ASUS laptop has a 1TB HDD, 8GB SSHD and 128GB SSD for versatile storage options and fast boot times.
What is the weight of this laptop.
Enjoy premium sound from a streamlined package with this Sony sound bar. The Vertical Surround Engine ensures an easy fit in your entertainment space, and the 3.1-channel Dolby Atmos technology supports an immersive experience. This Sony sound bar operates on Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for streaming your favorite songs, and it comes with a wireless subwoofer to improve bass output.
Dose this have Dolby Atmos???
Only at Best BuyQuickly select which device to use with your TV using this Rocketfish four-port HDMI switch. The quartet of ports lets you connect a wide variety of devices to a single TV so that you can seamlessly switch between them using the remote. 4K 60Hz video compatibility ensures powerful images straight from this Rocketfish four-port HDMI switch.
I need to replace cable box for tv watching with Comcast subscription service original cable box no longer works
NO, this is a HDMI selector switch which allows you to select between 4 devices (such as game consoles, blu-ray or DVD player, PC, etc) to a single HDMI input on a TV (or projector for that matter). It DOES NOT provide any content. This IS NOT a cable box replacement. I suggest you contact Comcast to get a replacement set top box.
6 years, 5 months ago
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Optimize your productivity and entertainment experience with this 15.6-inch HP Envy convertible laptop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 8GB of RAM provide smooth performance, and its AMD Radeon graphics loads stunning gaming visuals. This HP Envy convertible laptop has 1TB of storage, and its Windows Ink feature lets you work with a digital pen. Learn more.
How is this laptop VR ready? The oculus rift requires the minimum to be the 1050ti and htc vive requires a gtx 970 or higher. The amd websites says nothing about this being VR capable.
Not sure but I seriously doubt it at the price point.
6 years, 6 months ago
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Improve your audio experience with this Samsung three-channel soundbar. This unit, which has a built-in subwoofer, channels high-resolution full-spectrum sound and eliminates the need for an extra bass speaker. Use 4K pass-through to connect your Blu-ray player or other UHD device to the Samsung three-channel soundbar for stunning multi-channel audio and a clear picture.
Does this support Dolby Digital Plus?
the specs indicate Dolby Digital 5.1 but no mention of DD+
6 years, 11 months ago
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Improve your audio experience with this Samsung three-channel soundbar. This unit, which has a built-in subwoofer, channels high-resolution full-spectrum sound and eliminates the need for an extra bass speaker. Use 4K pass-through to connect your Blu-ray player or other UHD device to the Samsung three-channel soundbar for stunning multi-channel audio and a clear picture.
How long is this item? I need it to fit in a 35" wide space
42" and you'll need some space on the right side to access the buttons.
6 years, 11 months ago
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