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Keep unwanted hair to a minimum with this Philips grooming tool. The waterproof design lets you use it in the shower, and eight attachments make this trimmer perfect for grooming different sections of the face. This Philips grooming tool has a turbo setting to increase cutting speed, and it charges in just one hour to reduce wait time.
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3
Multi-Groomer All-in-One, Master of None?
on January 6, 2017
Posted by: CriticalEye
Philips Norelco Multigroom 7400 (7000 Series) Body Trimmer, Model #QG3398/69
All-in-One, Head-to-Toe Rechargeable Cordless Electric Grooming Kit for Face, Head, & Body:
All-in-One, Head-to-Toe Rechargeable Cordless Electric Grooming Kit for Face, Head, & Body:
6-Zone Total Grooming
Hair & Beard
Back & Shoulders
Chest & Abs
Underarms
Groin-area
Legs
Hair & Beard
Back & Shoulders
Chest & Abs
Underarms
Groin-area
Legs
Advanced lithium-ion rechargeable battery delivers max power for hi-performance cutting w/long-lasting run time (up to 1hr): fully charges in 1hr, cordless use only
Self-sharpening steel blades: designed to effectively cut each hair perfectly, preventing skin irritation
Turbo boost for faster results even w/dense hair
Premium leather bag: keeps everything together for easy storage
Shaving & Styling App: www.philips.com/groomingapp
Small plastic tube of lubricating oil
2yr Warranty (extended 6mo to 2½yr if you complete the registration)
Automatic Worldwide Voltage (100-240V)
Shower proof: use wet or dry, in or out of shower; simply rinse device under faucet for easy cleaning
Full-size metal guard trimmer: for neckline, sideburns, & chin
-Hair Clipping Comb: 18 length settings from 1/8-25/32” (3-20mm)
-Stubble Comb: 12 length settings from 3/64-15/32” (1-12mm)
-Detail Trimmer: for defining sharp lines around your beard or goatee
-Nose Trimmer: to trim unwanted hairs
-Bodygroom Shaver: for a smooth shave below the neck
-Body Trimming Comb:10 length settings from 1/8-15/32” (3-12mm)
Self-sharpening steel blades: designed to effectively cut each hair perfectly, preventing skin irritation
Turbo boost for faster results even w/dense hair
Premium leather bag: keeps everything together for easy storage
Shaving & Styling App: www.philips.com/groomingapp
Small plastic tube of lubricating oil
2yr Warranty (extended 6mo to 2½yr if you complete the registration)
Automatic Worldwide Voltage (100-240V)
Shower proof: use wet or dry, in or out of shower; simply rinse device under faucet for easy cleaning
Full-size metal guard trimmer: for neckline, sideburns, & chin
-Hair Clipping Comb: 18 length settings from 1/8-25/32” (3-20mm)
-Stubble Comb: 12 length settings from 3/64-15/32” (1-12mm)
-Detail Trimmer: for defining sharp lines around your beard or goatee
-Nose Trimmer: to trim unwanted hairs
-Bodygroom Shaver: for a smooth shave below the neck
-Body Trimming Comb:10 length settings from 1/8-15/32” (3-12mm)
Background
I’ve been using Norelco electric shavers since 1980. I currently use the following Philips/Norelco products:
-Philips Sonicare RS930 Toothbrush w/UV Sanitizer
-Norelco 1090XD Arcitec 9195XL Rechargeable Cordless Shaver
-Norelco T900 Rechargeable Cord/Cordless Beard/Mustache Trimmer
-Norelco 985RX Rechargeable Cord/Cordless Razor
-TS60 Norelco Fabric Steamer/Wrinkle Remover
I’ve been using Norelco electric shavers since 1980. I currently use the following Philips/Norelco products:
-Philips Sonicare RS930 Toothbrush w/UV Sanitizer
-Norelco 1090XD Arcitec 9195XL Rechargeable Cordless Shaver
-Norelco T900 Rechargeable Cord/Cordless Beard/Mustache Trimmer
-Norelco 985RX Rechargeable Cord/Cordless Razor
-TS60 Norelco Fabric Steamer/Wrinkle Remover
Hair Type/Grooming Needs
I have fine, soft, straight hair rather than thick, coarse, or curly hair. I’m not a particularly hairy guy; so, I don’t grow a beard except when I’m on vacation.
I have fine, soft, straight hair rather than thick, coarse, or curly hair. I’m not a particularly hairy guy; so, I don’t grow a beard except when I’m on vacation.
Pros
Use: I use the shaver primarily w/the plastic beard shaving comb on those weekend nights when I want to create a “5 o’clock shadow” look for a barely-there beard (aka stubble).
Use: I use the shaver primarily w/the plastic beard shaving comb on those weekend nights when I want to create a “5 o’clock shadow” look for a barely-there beard (aka stubble).
Ergonomics: The appliance itself (w/o attachments) has a nice clean hi-tech look & form factor w/a modern, aesthetically-pleasing black & silver finish—likely made from a common thermoplastic polymer like ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene).
Wet/Dry: I like that I can use the device in the shower or over the sink. The razor cuts more effectively & w/more accuracy in dry use mode vs. wet use. I also like that the water-resistant design allows me to get the razor wet if need be when cleaning.
Cons
It some ways the new Multigroom 7400 seems like a step backwards in terms of simple functionality & design engineering. It’s as though marketing told engineering that they needed an all-purpose groomer for every occasion but then insisted on a low price-point & limited budget w/which to do it. This shaver/groomer tries to be all things to all people & yet it doesn’t really do any one thing exceptionally well. Like most low-cost all-in-one tools, it’s not going to yield professional-grade results. Yes, the new unit appears to be a much more full-featured device w/a lot more bells & whistles, & fancy attachments than Norelco’s older, ‘Plain Jane’ T900 Rechargeable Beard & Mustache Trimmer, which offered a single resident (irremovable) shaving head (along w/one built-in small sliding side head) & a single adjustable hair comb attachment. But the old T900 did the job better, at least for limited but key grooming techniques, like maintaining the ever-popular ‘stubble’ look, w/its simple, sturdy design. On a related note, as Norelco seems committed to offering a groomer w/multiple & interchangeable shaving heads, at least the solid ‘turn-&-lock’ shaving head mechanism is well-designed, even if the attachment tools themselves have a lot of room for improvement.
It some ways the new Multigroom 7400 seems like a step backwards in terms of simple functionality & design engineering. It’s as though marketing told engineering that they needed an all-purpose groomer for every occasion but then insisted on a low price-point & limited budget w/which to do it. This shaver/groomer tries to be all things to all people & yet it doesn’t really do any one thing exceptionally well. Like most low-cost all-in-one tools, it’s not going to yield professional-grade results. Yes, the new unit appears to be a much more full-featured device w/a lot more bells & whistles, & fancy attachments than Norelco’s older, ‘Plain Jane’ T900 Rechargeable Beard & Mustache Trimmer, which offered a single resident (irremovable) shaving head (along w/one built-in small sliding side head) & a single adjustable hair comb attachment. But the old T900 did the job better, at least for limited but key grooming techniques, like maintaining the ever-popular ‘stubble’ look, w/its simple, sturdy design. On a related note, as Norelco seems committed to offering a groomer w/multiple & interchangeable shaving heads, at least the solid ‘turn-&-lock’ shaving head mechanism is well-designed, even if the attachment tools themselves have a lot of room for improvement.
Power: Both the ‘Power’ & ‘Turbo’ buttons can be accidentally toggled off during shaving. Perhaps these buttons should’ve been recessed or rubberized to ensure they’re only activated/deactivated intentionally. At times, the unit seems underpowered, even on the ‘Turbo’ setting. Generally, the higher the RPM, the better the shave. I also don’t like that the device doesn’t ‘remember’ my ‘Turbo’ setting & requires me to manually engage this ‘boost’ for every shave.
Rechargeable Battery: I’m not getting the promised 1hr run time, even when I use the shaver in non-‘Turbo’-mode. Yes, there’s a low-battery status indicator light that alerts the user when the battery has only 10min charge remaining. There’s also a quick-charge feature that offers ~5min of run time from just 5min of charging. Still, it’s inconvenient that the razor can only be used in cordless mode; that is, it can’t be used at all while it’s charging. One of the reasons I wanted an electric groomer in the 1st place is that there are mornings when I don’t have time for traditional/manual razor blade shaving. Thus, there are mornings when I don’t have time to stop & recharge the unit, not even for a quick-charge. So, when the razor becomes fully discharged, I’d like to be able to use it in corded mode for a quick trim. My older (2001) Norelco T900 Rechargeable Cord/Cordless Beard & Mustache Trimmer allows me to plug in the razor & use it when I’m in a rush. Finally, these rechargeable batteries should be replaceable, because they always end up going bad over time. Respect the customer by not promoting built-in obsolescence.
Grooming Combs: Interchangeable plastic grooming combs slide onto guide grooves located on both sides of the handle. There are tiny plastic detents or latches (small catches that lock the variable movement of the mechanism) that allow the user to select from a range of hair length settings. Unfortunately, the stops are so minute & ill-defined that it’s too easy to skip past the desired notch when the user presses his thumb down & attempts to slide the selector up or down to his desired setting. The setting selector mechanism has a cheap, flimsy feel that makes the unit feel poorly engineered. The setting selector should instead be designed to offer solid, definite mechanical clicks that allow the user to dial up & lock in a preferred setting, much the way Norelco’s previous T900 Rechargeable Cord/Cordless Beard & Mustache Trimmer (2001 model) offered some 15yr ago. Finally, when I remove the plastic hair comb to blow or shake out the accumulated hair, I’m forced to reset the hair length selector to my desired setting every time. Not so w/the better design of the previous T900, which maintains my desired setting w/the patented zoom ring even as I pull off & push back on the hair comb.
Overall, again I prefer the 1-head razor like my old (2001) Norelco T900 Rechargeable (NiCad) Cord/Cordless Beard & Moustache Trimmer w/Accu-Control System. It combines a plastic grooved adapter w/a patented Zoom Ring w/9 pre-select settings: .06” (1.5mm), .10” (2.5mm), .16” (4mm), .22” (5.5mm), .30” (7.5mm), .38” (9.5mm), .48” (12mm), .60” (15mm), .72” (18mm).
Stand: It would be helpful if the shaver came w/a stand. Whether you want to store it off to the side, on your bathroom vanity countertop or down below, inside your vanity cabinet, to prevent dust accumulation, you’ll wish the unit came w/a stand so that it could sit upright.
Tote Bag: The included travel bag should’ve come w/interior pockets/compartments to secure & protect the razor’s multiple attachments. The instructions harp on not damaging the included accessories, yet the ditty bag allows the razor & all its accoutrements to bang & clang around in the bag like loose change, increasing the likelihood that the sensitive blades will be scratched & dulled & that the appliance itself will get scratched & scored.
Nose Hair attachment: It can feel odd to use. The cutting mechanism is on the side of the tube, which provides a weird angle for the user. I’m not sure it’s as effective as the round attachments offered w/other models.
Cleaning: The unit’s design can make it particularly difficult to keep clean. There’s no cleaning brush included in the kit as there has been w/other Norelco shaver models. This makes it a challenge to remove tiny hair clippings from certain trimmer heads. I’ve been using an Office Depot can of compressed air w/a small straw-like spray nozzle attached (primarily designed for use in cleaning computer keyboards, etc.) in an effort to keep the unit clean.
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Enjoy a compact tablet that fits neatly in your pocket with this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet. It includes a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM that deliver powerful processing to play all your games and apps, and the 16GB of flash memory ensure this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet and store your files.
Customer Rating
3
Good starter tablet for kids, seniors, light users
on June 26, 2016
Posted by: CriticalEye
Product Model Description:
Iconia One 8 B1-850 Wi-Fi Tablet (White)
Iconia One 8 B1-850 Wi-Fi Tablet (White)
Features:
-OS (Operating System): Android 5.1 Lollipop
-CPU (Central Processing Unit): MediaTek Cortex A53 MTK MT8163 SoC Quad-Core: 1.3GHz, 64 bit
-GPU (Graphical Processing Unit): ARM Mali-T720 MP2, 2 Cores: 520MHz
-Storage: 16GB
-Supplemental Storage: MicroSD (Secure Digital) Slot
-RAM (Random Access Memory): 1GB, 800MHz, LPDDR3, Single Channel
-Size: 8.4”w x 5”h x .4”d; Weight: 12.7oz
-Display: 8” IPS (In-Plane Switching) 1280x800 pixels, 24 bit
-Camera: Front: 2MP/Rear: 5MP
-Power: Lithium-Polymer: 4600 mAh (milliampere-hrs.)/17.5Wh (Watt-hrs.)
-Connectivity: Wi-Fi (Wireless-Fidelity) 802.11 a/b/g/n; Bluetooth 4.0 w/A2DP, Micro USB 2.0
-GPS (Global Positioning System)
-OS (Operating System): Android 5.1 Lollipop
-CPU (Central Processing Unit): MediaTek Cortex A53 MTK MT8163 SoC Quad-Core: 1.3GHz, 64 bit
-GPU (Graphical Processing Unit): ARM Mali-T720 MP2, 2 Cores: 520MHz
-Storage: 16GB
-Supplemental Storage: MicroSD (Secure Digital) Slot
-RAM (Random Access Memory): 1GB, 800MHz, LPDDR3, Single Channel
-Size: 8.4”w x 5”h x .4”d; Weight: 12.7oz
-Display: 8” IPS (In-Plane Switching) 1280x800 pixels, 24 bit
-Camera: Front: 2MP/Rear: 5MP
-Power: Lithium-Polymer: 4600 mAh (milliampere-hrs.)/17.5Wh (Watt-hrs.)
-Connectivity: Wi-Fi (Wireless-Fidelity) 802.11 a/b/g/n; Bluetooth 4.0 w/A2DP, Micro USB 2.0
-GPS (Global Positioning System)
Overall:
Good low-end budget/starter tablet for kids, sr. citizens, & light users: email, web browsing, light gaming, videos, music, podcasts, & Facebook, etc. Poor audio/volume is the only FAIL. Use Gmail acct. to fully utilize features.
Good low-end budget/starter tablet for kids, sr. citizens, & light users: email, web browsing, light gaming, videos, music, podcasts, & Facebook, etc. Poor audio/volume is the only FAIL. Use Gmail acct. to fully utilize features.
Price:
You get what you pay for, & you don’t pay much for this; so you don’t get a lot of bells & whistles. This tablet isn’t designed to compete w/hi-end Samsung Galaxy Tabs or Apple iPads. It’s not a laptop substitute or a tablet for getting serious work done. Maybe not worth $99.99 retail price, but definitely worth recent $69.99 sale price.
You get what you pay for, & you don’t pay much for this; so you don’t get a lot of bells & whistles. This tablet isn’t designed to compete w/hi-end Samsung Galaxy Tabs or Apple iPads. It’s not a laptop substitute or a tablet for getting serious work done. Maybe not worth $99.99 retail price, but definitely worth recent $69.99 sale price.
Pros:
-Packaging: appealing, simple, & minimalist
-OS: Android 5.1 makes transferring files (music, photos, etc.) to/from computer a breeze
-Storage: limited internal 16MB memory, but micro SD card slot allows for plenty of memory expansion
-Display: not a sharp hi-res 8” screen at 1280x800, but videos & colors look good, though black levels are poor
-Battery: good standby time; good for light use, incl. email & web browsing, but not for watching videos or gaming
-Browser: Chrome works fine for web browsing
-Keyboard: onscreen keyboard large enough & easy to use
-Startup: boots slow, but nice sleep/wake function, including EZ Wake-Up 5-finger tap feature
-System Doc feature: optimizes memory storage
-Kids Center app w/parental control: nice feature
-Acer Iconia Suite: not a bad add-on; especially useful is EZ Snap screenshot app
-Packaging: appealing, simple, & minimalist
-OS: Android 5.1 makes transferring files (music, photos, etc.) to/from computer a breeze
-Storage: limited internal 16MB memory, but micro SD card slot allows for plenty of memory expansion
-Display: not a sharp hi-res 8” screen at 1280x800, but videos & colors look good, though black levels are poor
-Battery: good standby time; good for light use, incl. email & web browsing, but not for watching videos or gaming
-Browser: Chrome works fine for web browsing
-Keyboard: onscreen keyboard large enough & easy to use
-Startup: boots slow, but nice sleep/wake function, including EZ Wake-Up 5-finger tap feature
-System Doc feature: optimizes memory storage
-Kids Center app w/parental control: nice feature
-Acer Iconia Suite: not a bad add-on; especially useful is EZ Snap screenshot app
Cons:
-Setup: limited instruction booklet is fine for avg. user w/smartphone/tablet experience. But if I gave this to my mom, who’s still acclimating to mobile technology, she’d be lost. As this tablet is targeted towards children, beginners, & seniors, better basic instructions would be helpful for novices.
-Charging: Micro USB port awkwardly located at top of tablet making tablet use difficult while charging. Power cord is only 31” long, which is TOO SHORT to stretch from an AC outlet to even a low nearby platform.
-Audio/speaker: total FAIL! Rear single speaker produces tinny, muffled, distorted sound. No bass. Bottom edge rear speaker location means weak audio further muffled by user’s hand when holding in portrait or landscape mode. Even w/good headphones (std. 3.5mm jack located atop unit), audio is muted, even at max volume.
-Cameras: 5MP rear camera & especially 2MP front camera are abysmal. Terrible image quality. Front camera photos: heavy pixilation. Rear camera protrudes noticeably rather than being flush w/back.
-Form Factor: lightweight all-plastic case looks/feels cheap; notice some cracking/creaking noise in handling, though textured back provides handy non-slip grip
-Display: no ambient light sensor; so e-book reading at night in bed is too bright
-Connectivity: Wi-Fi spotty at times (on both 2.4GHz & 5GHz bands) even w/our new Linksys tri-band router.
-Bloatware: Acer should reduce bloatware: I was able to delete some, not all.
-Speed: full websites can be slow to load (not mobile-optimized sites) w/some stutter/judder during scrolling. Switching between apps & browser tabs may force content to reload. Sometimes noticeable lag between tapping screen item & tablet response. Larger apps like MS Word can take time to launch.
-Setup: limited instruction booklet is fine for avg. user w/smartphone/tablet experience. But if I gave this to my mom, who’s still acclimating to mobile technology, she’d be lost. As this tablet is targeted towards children, beginners, & seniors, better basic instructions would be helpful for novices.
-Charging: Micro USB port awkwardly located at top of tablet making tablet use difficult while charging. Power cord is only 31” long, which is TOO SHORT to stretch from an AC outlet to even a low nearby platform.
-Audio/speaker: total FAIL! Rear single speaker produces tinny, muffled, distorted sound. No bass. Bottom edge rear speaker location means weak audio further muffled by user’s hand when holding in portrait or landscape mode. Even w/good headphones (std. 3.5mm jack located atop unit), audio is muted, even at max volume.
-Cameras: 5MP rear camera & especially 2MP front camera are abysmal. Terrible image quality. Front camera photos: heavy pixilation. Rear camera protrudes noticeably rather than being flush w/back.
-Form Factor: lightweight all-plastic case looks/feels cheap; notice some cracking/creaking noise in handling, though textured back provides handy non-slip grip
-Display: no ambient light sensor; so e-book reading at night in bed is too bright
-Connectivity: Wi-Fi spotty at times (on both 2.4GHz & 5GHz bands) even w/our new Linksys tri-band router.
-Bloatware: Acer should reduce bloatware: I was able to delete some, not all.
-Speed: full websites can be slow to load (not mobile-optimized sites) w/some stutter/judder during scrolling. Switching between apps & browser tabs may force content to reload. Sometimes noticeable lag between tapping screen item & tablet response. Larger apps like MS Word can take time to launch.
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household wants to play, stream and work online all at once. With this Linksys router, you can do it all without buffering or other interruptions. Use the Smart Wi-Fi app to get started, control, and monitor your home network from anywhere.
Customer Rating
3
Great router if you can get past nightmare setup!
on June 21, 2016
Posted by: CriticalEye
Product Model Description:
Linksys EA7500 Next-Gen Max-Stream AC1900 MU (Multi-User)-MIMO (Multiple Input & Multiple Output) Dual-Band Wi-Fi (Wireless-Fidelity) Gigabit Router (1.9 Gbps)
Linksys EA7500 Next-Gen Max-Stream AC1900 MU (Multi-User)-MIMO (Multiple Input & Multiple Output) Dual-Band Wi-Fi (Wireless-Fidelity) Gigabit Router (1.9 Gbps)
Intro:
Based on the initial installation instructions from the quick-start sheet, I thought this would be a snap, as the guide appeared to be pretty cut & dried. As a precaution I downloaded & read the PDF manual to better prepare for setup & installation. Unfortunately, the installation did not proceed according to the instructions, AT ALL.
Based on the initial installation instructions from the quick-start sheet, I thought this would be a snap, as the guide appeared to be pretty cut & dried. As a precaution I downloaded & read the PDF manual to better prepare for setup & installation. Unfortunately, the installation did not proceed according to the instructions, AT ALL.
Setup Nightmare:
Warning!: If you have a modem/router or gateway, you'll likely need extra IT assistance. This router did not work with our DSL carrier-provided modem/router in accordance w/the Linksys instructions. And, yes, we knew to place our modem in a 'bridged' mode & to use our ISP/DSL connection settings on the router. But we were still forced to make multiple IT support calls to our DSL carrier, as we continued to suffer incessant router disconnects over several days. Other than the unit's generic flashing Linksys light, there was no diagnostic indicator as to WHY the connection was being repeatedly lost.
Warning!: If you have a modem/router or gateway, you'll likely need extra IT assistance. This router did not work with our DSL carrier-provided modem/router in accordance w/the Linksys instructions. And, yes, we knew to place our modem in a 'bridged' mode & to use our ISP/DSL connection settings on the router. But we were still forced to make multiple IT support calls to our DSL carrier, as we continued to suffer incessant router disconnects over several days. Other than the unit's generic flashing Linksys light, there was no diagnostic indicator as to WHY the connection was being repeatedly lost.
Ruling Out Other Variables:
Eventually, our DSL carrier even made an on-site service call & performed comprehensive diagnostic tests, but found no faults or errors w/our DSL line. (On background, U-verse is still not available on our particular street; we don't want a tacky satellite mounted on our roof; & we'll never again suffer w/our local cable provider, the abysmal Cox Communications.)
Eventually, our DSL carrier even made an on-site service call & performed comprehensive diagnostic tests, but found no faults or errors w/our DSL line. (On background, U-verse is still not available on our particular street; we don't want a tacky satellite mounted on our roof; & we'll never again suffer w/our local cable provider, the abysmal Cox Communications.)
Resolution:
In the end, we performed yet another manual firmware update to the router & reset it to factory defaults. Though this didn't work in multiple previous attempts using the recommended auto-update feature & power cycle--the router, inexplicably, has worked flawlessly ever since the last reset several weeks ago.
In the end, we performed yet another manual firmware update to the router & reset it to factory defaults. Though this didn't work in multiple previous attempts using the recommended auto-update feature & power cycle--the router, inexplicably, has worked flawlessly ever since the last reset several weeks ago.
2 More Cons:
-Unfortunately, the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) would not work w/our newer networked HP printer, which required manually entering the long tedious password.
-Belkin failed to include a packing slip in/on the box of their Linksys router. This is minor but basic.
-Unfortunately, the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) would not work w/our newer networked HP printer, which required manually entering the long tedious password.
-Belkin failed to include a packing slip in/on the box of their Linksys router. This is minor but basic.
Some Pros:
-Generally, the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Interface software & website are very good & easy to navigate. The ease w/which one can add other devices & view settings, etc., is a huge improvement over our older carrier-issued modem/router user interface. There are options, however, that only an IT expert can help with; so the avg. user likely would be lost w/those.
-Range is very good on both bands (2.4GHz & 5GHz).
-Stability: We have only 7 wireless devices connected at this moment, including PCs, printers, tablets, & cell phones, & all are receiving strong, reliable signals at good speed from the router.
-Generally, the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Interface software & website are very good & easy to navigate. The ease w/which one can add other devices & view settings, etc., is a huge improvement over our older carrier-issued modem/router user interface. There are options, however, that only an IT expert can help with; so the avg. user likely would be lost w/those.
-Range is very good on both bands (2.4GHz & 5GHz).
-Stability: We have only 7 wireless devices connected at this moment, including PCs, printers, tablets, & cell phones, & all are receiving strong, reliable signals at good speed from the router.
Future:
We're looking forward to trying out the new Linksys EA9500-AC5400 Max-Stream Tri-Band Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (MU-MIMO) which we hope will incorporate some needed improvements over the EA7500.
We're looking forward to trying out the new Linksys EA9500-AC5400 Max-Stream Tri-Band Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (MU-MIMO) which we hope will incorporate some needed improvements over the EA7500.
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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This Sony BDPS7200 Blu-ray player features UHD 4K upscaling. To build a complete 3D home theater system, we recommend you purchase a 3D TV, 3D glasses designed for the TV, high-speed HDMI cable and an A/V receiver that is compatible with 3D products.
Customer Rating
3
Good, but could be better
on December 2, 2014
Posted by: CriticalEye
Verified Purchase:Yes
Cheap build quality & feel, especially the flimsy disc drawer. If the player doesn't like the disc (even when Blu-ray disc is for the proper region & clean w/o scratch/blemish), then the player totally freezes, & no remote control function key can unfreeze it. Can't even turn off the player to reset it when it freezes; must 1st UNPLUG it from the power source & then reconnect. This 'freeze' has occurred w/2 different Blu-ray discs, but several other Blu-ray discs have played fine. The Fast Forward & Fast Rewind functions aren't nearly as user friendly or precise as the Click Shuttle Wheel & JOG function on our 14yr old Sony DVP-C675D DVD Player & Remote. The HDMI link between the Sony BDP-s7200 Blu-Ray Disc Player & our Sony X900B 4K TV provides a good picture.
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Google Chromecast: Easily stream your favorite apps and media to your TV via Wi-Fi with Chromecast. Use the included USB cable to plug the Chromecast into your TV, and control streaming content using your compatible smartphone, tablet or computer.
Customer Rating
4
Enjoy viewing your smartphone content on your TV
on October 22, 2014
Posted by: CriticalEye
Verified Purchase:Yes
Via Chromecast, we enjoy viewing photos & watching videos on our home theater TV that are cast straight from our laptop & smartphones. And more Chromecast apps are coming online every month.
Note: TechRadar reported on 10/17/14 that Google Chromecast '2' is on its way based upon Google's latest FCC filing. Reportedly, although the new Chromecast will support 5GHz Wi-Fi, the tests carried out by the FCC were all at the 2.4GHz band, keeping the Wi-Fi speed to 802.11n rather than the faster 802.11ac option. We shall see.
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Protect your A/V components from power surges with this Panamax MR4300 9-outlet surge protector, which features a 1575-joule rating to keep your equipment safe. The 8' cable and low-profile design allow flexible placement.
Customer Rating
4
Good basic surge protection & line management
on October 22, 2014
Posted by: CriticalEye
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Panamax MR4300 is ideal for small home theater systems. It's a line conditioner & power protector all in one. While there's really not much that can save your a/v system from a direct lightning strike, you certainly can protect your sensitive a/v electronics from damaging power spikes & from minor daily current fluctuations that harm your components' performance over time. Why would you NOT protect the considerable investment you've made in your a/v system? This power management unit can safeguard up to 9 components at once. It also provides a protected front-panel USB charger for your smartphone, tablet, or other portable device. 2 front-panel lamps illuminate your equipment rack when making adjustments. The aesthetically pleasing low-profile design of the unit makes it look like another a/v component in your rack/cabinet. $5,000,000 limited lifetime connected equipment protection policy & lifetime product warranty.
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
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Sony XBR-55X900B 4K Ultra HD TV: Bring the future of entertainment into your living room or home theater space with stunning Ultra HD resolution — 4x the resolution of Full HD. Whether you're viewing in 2D or 3D, enjoying a video game or taking advantage of the bevy of included Web features, this TV displays your content with incredible clarity.
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Premium Quality 4K TV
on October 20, 2014
Posted by: CriticalEye
Verified Purchase:Yes
Picture quality is excellent, both technically & to the human eye. Samsung & LG may be catching up, but Sony still stands atop the mass market premium TV hierarchy based upon my extensive research of the 2014 4K models released by the Big 3. The X900B 55" is probably best suited for smaller living rooms or large bedrooms as its built-in front-facing speakers & promo-accompanied Sony wireless subwoofer don't pack enough punch to substitute for a wired surround sound speaker system in a full-size living room. (If you're going to spend this much for quality video, you'll want to complete the entertainment experience w/a comparable investment in quality audio. Otherwise, it's a bit lopsided.) The User Interface is a bit clunky, & the remote control looks & feels cheap. Overall, it's a great interim TV which we'll eventually move to the master bedroom & replace w/one of the new, ultra-thin OLED TVs as OLED screen reliability improves & prices descend.
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
I would recommend this to a friend!
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I can’t use the Bose -noise-masking-sleepbuds-white to Make phone call.
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Can you use these at work to drown out a loud talkative coworker?
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Listen to your playlist in peace with these Sony headphones. They have a 40mm dome driver to deliver the full depth of audio, and the noise cancelling feature minimizes outside disturbances for a better listening experience. These Sony headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours for extended jam sessions.
Are SONY WH1000XM2 compatible with Sony XBR900E
I wasn't able to get mine to pair with the TV. However, this Sony TV has had bluetooth pairing issues in general. You can always go wired if you have a cord extender.
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