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Only at Best BuyEnter the RPG arena with this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. It has 1TB of storage, and its NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card loads dynamic in-game visuals and Full HD movies smoothly. The quad-core Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of DDR4 RAM let this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop perform efficiently.
Customer Rating
4
Cool-Running Gaming Laptop
on April 28, 2018
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
Out-of-the-box – very easy, audibly-guided setup only took a few minutes.
Design – Very sleek, subtle angular design with red accents and red LED keyboard – 5 stars!
Display/Graphics – So far, I’m able to play every game at 1080p without any tweaking of the graphics and no noticeable sluggishness. Color is very good and brightness is strong.
Trackpad – Responsive and average, but a mouse or controller is a necessity for gaming anyway
Speakers – Very tinny, but typical for a laptop. Absolutely no base, but fine for gaming
Heat – This is always one of my greatest concerns with laptops. I’ve always found it difficult to enjoy gaming on a laptop due to the quick over-heating problem. During gaming, there is only a slight fan noise, but it never gets hot. This is very impressive and has never happened with all the laptops I’ve owned.
Battery Life – Good. Acer lists 5½ hours, and, so far, I’ve gotten just over 5 hours, but I’m sure this will vary depending on usage.
Display/Graphics – So far, I’m able to play every game at 1080p without any tweaking of the graphics and no noticeable sluggishness. Color is very good and brightness is strong.
Trackpad – Responsive and average, but a mouse or controller is a necessity for gaming anyway
Speakers – Very tinny, but typical for a laptop. Absolutely no base, but fine for gaming
Heat – This is always one of my greatest concerns with laptops. I’ve always found it difficult to enjoy gaming on a laptop due to the quick over-heating problem. During gaming, there is only a slight fan noise, but it never gets hot. This is very impressive and has never happened with all the laptops I’ve owned.
Battery Life – Good. Acer lists 5½ hours, and, so far, I’ve gotten just over 5 hours, but I’m sure this will vary depending on usage.
PROS
- Beautiful design
- Full-sized backlit keyboard
- Consistently cool temperature
- Runs quiet
- Fast graphics
- Ports – headphone jack, HDMI, Ethernet, 3 USB 3.0, 1 USB Type-C, SD card reader
- Full HD 1080p display
- Beautiful design
- Full-sized backlit keyboard
- Consistently cool temperature
- Runs quiet
- Fast graphics
- Ports – headphone jack, HDMI, Ethernet, 3 USB 3.0, 1 USB Type-C, SD card reader
- Full HD 1080p display
CONS
- Weight – a bit heavy at 5.95 lbs.
- Unimpressive speakers
- Shows fingerprints easily
- No touch-screen
- Weight – a bit heavy at 5.95 lbs.
- Unimpressive speakers
- Shows fingerprints easily
- No touch-screen
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Only at Best BuyPull in HDTV signals from local stations up to 60 miles away with this Mohu Beam antenna. It's 23 inches long and looks like a sound bar to blend with your home entertainment equipment, and you can mounts it on the wall. This Mohu Beam antenna includes a signal amplifier for clear digital reception.
Customer Rating
2
Semi-Helpful for Cord Cutters
on April 15, 2018
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
I was so hoping to like & enjoy this antenna, especially after reading about other Mohu products. We cut the cord & the outrageous monthly expense of cable TV several months ago and searched online for economic hacks. We tried a couple options with decent results. By attaching an unplugged extension cord plug to the end of the coaxial cable, we were able to receive several over-the-air (OTA) digital stations. We also tried attaching opened paperclips to the coaxial copper core & taping it in a window sill, which also allowed us to view some OTA channels. I was expecting the Mohu to give better results.
Setup & installation is a snap. All the items needed are included in the box: Antenna, 10 ft. & 6 ft. Coaxial Cables, Coax Coupler, Mounting Hardware, Instruction Manual. The antenna is multi-directional; so, according to the directions, there is no need to point it in any particular direction. However, I found profound differences in the number of channels detected with each configuration I tested. So, direction AND orientation are both critical to the process.
My TV sits in front of a large picture window at the front of the house with no immediate obstructions outside (trees/shrubs). When I placed the antenna in front & below the TV like a soundbar, as suggested on the box, the Mohu was unable to scan even a single channel, whereas my paperclip configuration received 11 channels. After that complete fail, I began the tedious process of moving the antenna & aiming it in every imaginable direction (behind the TV, turned backwards on the window sill, facing left & right on the sill, elevated on a cardboard box on the window sill-left to right, etc.). After each new placement I re-scanned for channels. Although it showed 14-20 channels on avg., most of those channels weren't viewable, or they appeared clear, only to digitize after a few seconds.
I finally dragged the antenna, cable & “power injector” to a side window & plugged it in. Technically, this resulted in more scanned channels. However, most of the new channels found, digitized & weren't viewable after a few seconds. It also didn’t detect even the basic local Fox network affiliate.
In the end, the Mohu did detect a few more channels, albeit obscure ones, than my paperclip hack, but I’m not impressed enough to recommend the product. I prefer a minimalist look to the clutter of the Mohu setup, which only would’ve been worthwhile if it had detected a fair number of channels. I’ll probably return to my hacked version as I’ve no interest in the few extra channels found, like: Grit, Bounce, Ion, Me, Charge! & Comet, etc
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Improve your dental care routine with this Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean electric toothbrush. It has three modes for a customized brushing experience and a pressure sensor to protect your gums from over-brushing. This Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean electric toothbrush has a built-in timer to encourage you to meet the recommended brushing time.
Customer Rating
5
Best Electric Toothbrush
on March 25, 2018
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
I’ve owned 2 older versions of this toothbrush for over 10 years, so I’m already a fan. When I originally sought to purchase an electric toothbrush, research showed Sonicare appeared to be the top of the line, and from my experience, it still is. Once I started using Sonicare on a regular basis years ago, my dental hygienist confirmed that my teeth & gums were in far better shape than when I used a manual brush alone. The good news is: this new model keeps what works & incorporates some nice improvements.
If you’re new to Sonicare, operation is very simple & easy. The unit arrives pre-charged; so it can be used instantly out of the box. It comes with one brush head which easily slides onto the handle. The handle has just 2 buttons—1 for turning the unit on/off & the other for selecting 1 of 3 brush modes (clean, white, or gum care). LEDs immediately illuminate when you pick up the handle, indicating the intensity level selected, the brush mode selected, the battery status, & whether or not you need to replace the brush head. A full instruction book is enclosed, but operation is intuitive if you’re not one for reading instructions.
The new look is very sleek & hi-tech. The feel of the handle casing is much smoother than the older versions. One of the most notable improvements is to the brush head. With the previous models, I was often concerned that I might be applying too much or too little pressure with the brush head. I also wondered whether I might be overusing the brush head before replacing it, or underusing it & thus replacing a brush head too early. The new smart brush head takes away all the guesswork by incorporating a microchip in each brush head which syncs with the handle to track brush head wear for you. An advanced pressure sensor measures the pressure you apply while brushing. If you apply too much pressure, the toothbrush gives immediate feedback—changing the vibration & therefore the brushing sensation—alerting you of the need to reduce the pressure you’re applying. By measuring the pressure you apply & the # of hours of use, the system reminds you when it’s time to replace the brush head.
The only downside is the need to keep a manual toothbrush handy just for brushing your tongue after you’ve finished brushing with the Sonicare. Overall, this is my top pick for an electric toothbrush.
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Nest Doorbell (Wired) lets you know who~s there, so you never miss a thing. It replaces your existing wired doorbell and delivers HD video and bright, crisp images, even at night. It~s designed to show you everything at your doorstep ~ people head to toe or packages on the ground. And with 24/7 streaming, you can check in anytime. Or go back and look at a 3-hour snapshot history to see what happened.*
Customer Rating
5
Best Video Doorbell
on March 24, 2018
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
Nest does a very good job pre-qualifying the buyer as to whether this product will work in your home. They also recommend a professional installer. I have zero experience dealing with home wiring, but decided to give it a go anyway.
Setup: The instructions on Nest’s website as well as on the phone App are excellent! As they recommend, you should view the short install video for an overview of the process. Once you download the Nest App & create an account, it will guide you step-by-step through the entire process with precision. I was delighted by this, especially after being disappointed so many times by other firms’ lame & inaccurate instructions for new product installs. Nest hit it out of the park in this area. I was able to install the doorbell with no issues or assistance in about 30 minutes.
The product is packaged compactly & includes everything you need for installation except basics that the average homeowner would already have on hand (screwdriver, level, drill). My door frame is wood, so I didn’t need to break out the drill. Its width is very slim (1.7”), especially compared to the wider Ring we considered. It fit perfectly on the door frame covering the space of the old doorbell & looks very minimal & hi-tech!
Highlights:
- Easy installation
- Thin design & sleek look
- Video is HD UXGA which shows a person from head-to-toe
- Audio has very clear microphone & speaker
- App has facial recognition
- 24/7 streaming (with WiFi) vs. just motion detection
- Night Vision
- Will store prerecorded messages
- Additional Nest cameras & accessories are easily added
- Easy installation
- Thin design & sleek look
- Video is HD UXGA which shows a person from head-to-toe
- Audio has very clear microphone & speaker
- App has facial recognition
- 24/7 streaming (with WiFi) vs. just motion detection
- Night Vision
- Will store prerecorded messages
- Additional Nest cameras & accessories are easily added
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Only at Best Buy Keep an eye on what matters most with this wireless SimpliSafe security system. It provides full-time professional monitoring of your home's surroundings, and it detects intruders with advanced sensors to keep your family safe. This SimpliSafe security system continues working for 24 hours when the power fails for added protection.
Customer Rating
4
Easy Setup. Easy to Use.
on March 14, 2018
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
This is the perfect system for renters, short-term owners, or anyone who can’t afford or doesn’t want the hassle of a hard-wired, fully-installed system. It’s obvious that great care was taken in the packaging of this system. The instruction book is straightforward, & all the components are fully charged & ready for operation.
Setup is extremely easy, simple & fast. It took all of 30 minutes to install the sensors & set up the base station. No tools are required. All components are attached by pre-installed adhesives—just unpeel & stick. The keypad guides you through each step of the fairly short process. Deciding where best to install the sensors takes the most time.
Pros:
- Easy install/setup/operation
- Low maintenance. All components list long battery life.
- Ability to easily add components (cameras, sensors, detectors, panic buttons, sirens)
- Built in WiFi & Cell connection
- Base Station includes rechargeable backup battery good for 24 hours
- Pleasant voice prompts advise of alarm status when appropriate
- Portable for moving/re-installation
- Beautiful design & modern look
- No contract for active monitoring
- Easy install/setup/operation
- Low maintenance. All components list long battery life.
- Ability to easily add components (cameras, sensors, detectors, panic buttons, sirens)
- Built in WiFi & Cell connection
- Base Station includes rechargeable backup battery good for 24 hours
- Pleasant voice prompts advise of alarm status when appropriate
- Portable for moving/re-installation
- Beautiful design & modern look
- No contract for active monitoring
Cons:
- Although the Base Station has a 95dB siren, it’s not really loud enough to get the attention of neighbors as an installed system would. Therefore, the Active Alarm Monitoring (~$15/mo.) is needed or additional sirens should be installed near an attic vent.
- No instant-on option. If a sensor is triggered, the alarm sound is always on a 30-second delay to allow time to turn it off. But an instant-on option would be useful for nightly use when you’re home & safely in bed. Otherwise, an intruder would have a 30-second advantage before the alarm sounded.
- Although the Base Station has a 95dB siren, it’s not really loud enough to get the attention of neighbors as an installed system would. Therefore, the Active Alarm Monitoring (~$15/mo.) is needed or additional sirens should be installed near an attic vent.
- No instant-on option. If a sensor is triggered, the alarm sound is always on a 30-second delay to allow time to turn it off. But an instant-on option would be useful for nightly use when you’re home & safely in bed. Otherwise, an intruder would have a 30-second advantage before the alarm sounded.
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Listen to music while traveling with these Bluetooth-enabled JLab earbuds. Noise-cancelling technology eliminates up to 90 percent of background noise, so you can focus on the songs, and they work for up to 11 hours on a single charge to keep you entertained. These JLab earbuds have intuitive controls for changing tracks, pausing or adjusting the volume.
Customer Rating
4
Comfortable & light-weight. Perfect for travel.
on March 11, 2018
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
Pairing was quick & simple, and I’ve had no connectivity issues. Once they’re initially paired, they will automatically pair with each successive power-up. Overall, I was very impressed with the sound quality, comfort & battery life. Ordinarily, I wouldn’t expect the additional noise canceling feature at this price point; so, that’s an added bonus. I would definitely recommend this for everyday & especially travel use.
Sound: I compared these to a pair of lesser quality JLab Bluetooth earbuds & a pair of higher quality over-the-ear noise canceling headphones and was very surprised. With the noise canceling engaged, they were on par with my high-end headphones. The high notes were solid & the bass was much better than my other JLabs.
Noise Canceling: For the price, it’s a nice feature, but it makes only a slight difference depending on the environment. I actually detected a low hissing sound, but it didn’t detract too much from the music quality.
Controls: Very simple & easy to handle. Just 4 buttons - Power on/off/play/pause/Bluetooth pair, Volume up/track forward, Volume down/track backward, & Noise cancel on/off.
Comfort: These earbuds are some of the most comfortable, light-weight, & secure in-ear that I’ve tried. It ships with 6 different gel cushion tips, including 2 sets of memory “Cloud Foam” tips. I started out with the standard gel tips which are very comfortable, but found the Cloud Foam tips to be even more snug. It also includes “Cush Fins” which are unique to JLab. They serve as a stabilizer in the outer ear area. They’re comfortable & help secure the earbuds if you’re moving around or jogging. Also included is a pop-on neck band; however, I prefer a minimalist feel without it.
Battery Life: Although, they come mostly charged, I fully charged them prior to use. Using both active noise canceling AND Bluetooth, I got about 7 hours of use in the first round. I’m sure I would’ve increased battery life without noise canceling.
Cables: It comes with a Micro USB charging cable (approx. 31”). As a nice touch, it also includes an adaptor for wired use. This is perfect for flying or, if you’re not able to recharge, they will still work with any laptop or smartphone.
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Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you~re all online at the same time.
Customer Rating
4
Powerful BeefyBeast Tri-Band Gigabit MUMIMO Router
on February 23, 2018
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
Linksys EA9500 Max-Stream AC5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Gigabit MU-MIMO Router-Black by Belkin
Intro: This tri-band quad-stream (4 simultaneous streams per band) wireless gigabit router provides 3 independent Wi-Fi band radios—two 5GHz (higher bandwidth w/less range) & one 2.4GHz (longer range w/less bandwidth)—for reliable, efficient, fast home/home office networking. You can enjoy lag-free videoconferencing & fast file transfer in your home office while the family streams 4K or HD media in the living room. You can also connect your PCs, smart TVs, laptops, tablets, & smartphones. The router comes w/8 pre-installed adjustable external antennae, 8 gigabit LAN ports, 1 WAN port, 2 USB ports (2.0 & 3.0), 802.11ac standards, & a generous 3yr warranty w/3yr of tech support. Security includes WPA/WPA2 encryption & SPI firewall.
Setup: The setup process was smooth, mainly because we’d previously set up a similar Linksys router. (Our ISP-provided DSL modem/router requires detailed changes to accommodate a separate router; so, be prepared to contact your carrier for assistance if you have this situation.) The unit has a large footprint (13” x 11” & antennae that rise 6” above the shelf it sits on), but it’s very powerful & worth the additional space required. The router includes a status panel w/8 LED bars that flash when the router is booting up or performing a firmware upgrade, & they remain solid when the router is up & running.
Interface: The Smart Wi-Fi interface is easy to use. The mobile & web-based app allows remote, albeit basic managing/monitoring from anywhere. The new visual network map provides an at-a-glance image of what’s connected to your network. Guest Access allows you to create a separate PW-protected Wi-Fi network for up to 50 guests. Parental Controls are also included.
Connectivity: Beamforming technology focuses the Wi-Fi signal to each device on the network & helps provide stronger signal strength/coverage. The Smart Connect feature is designed w/automatic band steering for load balancing among your connected devices for optimum performance. And the Device Priority feature allows you to tell the router to give priority to streaming content over downloading a large file (w/file transfer speeds already enhanced via the Max-Stream 1.4GHz dual-core processor). Still, the importance of proper configuration can’t be overstated! After using the Wi-Fi analyzer app, optimizing the wireless router settings, tweaking the channels for both frequency bands (after 1st utilizing auto-channel detection), repositioning the antennae to better align w/our networking environment, & ensuring we’d upgraded to the latest firmware—we’re finally experiencing stable/reliable connections (w/o drops or buffering) w/all our devices across all family members (leveraging the MU-MIMO technology). Yep, the router is pushing the signal thru walls & at good distances away, even allowing us to walk around in our back yard while maintaining solid connections, w/the doors/windows closed. (Note: you may need to try setting a fixed channel on both networks to minimize signal interference in your area.)
Conclusion: The basic but beefy hardware handles high bandwidths & manages all our home-networked devices simultaneously. Although sophisticated users likely will be disappointed w/the limited configuration & real-time monitoring options, for the avg. family that wants to enjoy all their connected devices, all at once, in multiple rooms, throughout the house, this router gets the job done.
The Future: This cutting-edge router may well provide more capability/capacity than you currently need, but it does offer future-proofing as you increase the # of connected devices in your home, as the individual capabilities of your newer devices require greater bandwidth, & as your ISP’s bandwidth to your home/home office improves. However, this future could just as well offer reasons not to ‘overinvest’ in a router at this higher price pt., as several companies have already responded to these home network demands by developing the next iteration/evolution in wireless routers—including the newer ‘mesh’ home networking SYSTEMS that utilize multiple 'nodes'—which are designed to provide even higher connection speeds, greater signal strength, extended range/broader coverage areas, & better signal stability/reliability.
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Enhance your listening experience with these Plantronics headphones. They wirelessly connect to any Bluetooth-enabled device to eliminate the hassle of traditional corded models, and they work with Siri, Cortana and other virtual assistants for convenient control. A single charge lasts up to 18 hours, so you can listen to your Plantronics headphones worry-free all day long.
Customer Rating
3
Good Sound Quality for The Price
on January 22, 2018
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
I’ve been very happy with the Plantronics wired & wireless telephone headsets that I’ve used for many years; so, I had high expectations for these wireless sport headphones as well. They fit securely and the sound quality is surprisingly good. However, I wear glasses/sunglasses when working out, so they become uncomfortable very quickly. Overall, these offer a good value for the price for workout headphones.
PROS:
Pairing was quick & simple with no connectivity issues
Sound is very good with surprisingly strong base that I didn’t expect at this price point
Construction is light & sturdy, yet flexible
Easy to use on-ear controls
Sweat-resistant - easy to wipe clean & coated for water resistance
Optional 3.5mm cable included
Secure fit for both jogging & gym/P90X-type active workouts - these didn’t budge or make any creaking noises the way many other headphones do. Although these aren’t noise-canceling, they do block out most of the noise found in a gym environment.
Pairing was quick & simple with no connectivity issues
Sound is very good with surprisingly strong base that I didn’t expect at this price point
Construction is light & sturdy, yet flexible
Easy to use on-ear controls
Sweat-resistant - easy to wipe clean & coated for water resistance
Optional 3.5mm cable included
Secure fit for both jogging & gym/P90X-type active workouts - these didn’t budge or make any creaking noises the way many other headphones do. Although these aren’t noise-canceling, they do block out most of the noise found in a gym environment.
CONS:
The voice prompts (power on/off, battery level, etc.) are too loud, no matter how low you turn down the volume
Ever-present, low white noise behind music/talk when listening to content
Very uncomfortable when wearing glasses - ear cups sit on the ear (rather than on the head & around the ear) causing the ear to be pinched between the temple of the glasses & the cup.
Incredibly short charging cable
The voice prompts (power on/off, battery level, etc.) are too loud, no matter how low you turn down the volume
Ever-present, low white noise behind music/talk when listening to content
Very uncomfortable when wearing glasses - ear cups sit on the ear (rather than on the head & around the ear) causing the ear to be pinched between the temple of the glasses & the cup.
Incredibly short charging cable
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Take your morning run with this ProSense multisport watch on your wrist to track your route and stride length with built-in GPS. Featuring CardioSense on-wrist heart rate monitoring, this lightweight smartwatch helps ensure you exercise safely, while the EasyView display can be read in any light. Smart notifications on this ProSense multisport watch keep you on top of missed calls and messages, making it an ideal option for all-day wear.
Customer Rating
4
Fully Customizable for the Multi-Sport Enthusiast
on December 23, 2017
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
I’ve used 2 other fitness watches for many years, so I was looking forward to trying out a new watch with the latest technology. Initial set up was quick & paired with my Android phone smoothly (be sure to download the App & activate an account prior to set up). Unfortunately, it only comes with a Quick Start Guide. You have to go online to dig up the full manual. Whether you are just a walker, runner or multi-sport athlete, this watch has all the settings that you would need to track your workouts, daily activities & goals.
PROS:
-The watch is very comfortable & light for all day use.
-Battery life is excellent. I only charged it twice in a 7-day period.
-Screen is customizable & easy to read.
-Heart rate is measured from the wrist/underside of watch. No need for chest heart rate monitor strap! This is my favorite feature. As women know, the HRM strap competes for the same space as the sports bra band.
-Excellent App allows endless customization
-GPS functions well & acquires satellites quickly
-Fully immersible for pool/ocean exercise
-The watch is very comfortable & light for all day use.
-Battery life is excellent. I only charged it twice in a 7-day period.
-Screen is customizable & easy to read.
-Heart rate is measured from the wrist/underside of watch. No need for chest heart rate monitor strap! This is my favorite feature. As women know, the HRM strap competes for the same space as the sports bra band.
-Excellent App allows endless customization
-GPS functions well & acquires satellites quickly
-Fully immersible for pool/ocean exercise
CONS:
-Full product manual needs to come with the watch
-Charging cord is too short (~23”)
-App loading/updating is very slow
-Full product manual needs to come with the watch
-Charging cord is too short (~23”)
-App loading/updating is very slow
BOTTOM LINE:
This isn’t for the average Fitbit user that just wants to track steps, HR & calories. For outdoor exercisers & multi-sport athletes, this is a good choice & a good value.
This isn’t for the average Fitbit user that just wants to track steps, HR & calories. For outdoor exercisers & multi-sport athletes, this is a good choice & a good value.
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Video editing doesn't have to be daunting or take tons of time. Go from hundreds of mystery folders to a visual view of your videos automatically sorted by date. Use automated editing options and step-by-step guidance to create and share everything from animated GIFs and video collages to new dynamic slideshows and full-length movies.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent video editor for home use
on December 17, 2017
Posted by: CriticalEye
from Pensacola, FL, USA
This is by far the best video editor I’ve worked with. There are 3 main editing options that should satisfy just about every level of experience. If you’re a newbie to editing, Adobe provides very good tutorials to help you become proficient. The organizer tool will get you started by gathering all your media files for quick viewing. There are also prompts to assist from beginning to end depending on the style of project you have going. You can make home movies, video collages and very good quality still photos from any video. You can add narration, video effects, transitions, make color corrections and lots more.
If you’re experienced, you’ll appreciate the very technical options & tools available.
This is a great value for the price. I would definitely recommend for home or light commercial users.
This is a great value for the price. I would definitely recommend for home or light commercial users.
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Set your imagination free on the most powerful Surface Laptop, designed to light up the best of Windows 11. Boundary-pushing design lets you flex your creative muscle on the sleek 14.4~~ touchscreen, making seamless transitions from laptop to entertainment-ready stage to portable creative canvas, complete with built-in storage and charging for Surface Slim Pen 2* under the keyboard. Enjoy smooth gameplay, and draw, sketch and take notes like you would on paper on the bright, vibrant 120Hz display. Run intensive applications and get things done anywhere with all-day battery life, and get inspired with graphics power that exceeds your expectations. Elevate your entertainment with Quad Omnisonic speakers, featuring large bass and immersive Dolby Atmos. Stay in the flow, be inspired and get closer to what you love.
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The HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e delivers the fastest speeds, 500-sheet paper capacity, and up to 2x faster scan speeds. It includes the optional HP+ Smart Printing System that keeps itself up to date, secure, and ready to print from virtually anywhere at any time. Optional HP+ system requires an HP account, internet connection, and use of only Original HP Ink for the life of the printer. This product has been refurbished.
Can it print wireless from a Samsung Galaxy Book S
As long as your device can download the HP Smart App, you should be fine. The App will let you know if the device is incompatible. I tried it on an old Samsung Note 3 and it let me know the device was too old.
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The HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e delivers the fastest speeds, 500-sheet paper capacity, and up to 2x faster scan speeds. It includes the optional HP+ Smart Printing System that keeps itself up to date, secure, and ready to print from virtually anywhere at any time. Optional HP+ system requires an HP account, internet connection, and use of only Original HP Ink for the life of the printer. This product has been refurbished.
Does software include security software
The unit doesn't come with software. You just download the HP Smart App.
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Protection for every home and family. Capture the details in full 1080p HD video for a clearer picture, day or night. Spend less time recharging with 6 months of battery life*. Connects directly to Wi-Fi without the clutter of extra gear. The Arlo Essential is wire-free and weather-resistant to deliver fast, easy installation and flexibility to get the perfect camera view. With the integrated spotlight, see important features like faces and licenses plates in full color, at night with color night vision. Ward off unwanted guests by triggering the siren or integrated spotlight automictically or manually from the Arlo App. Receive smarter alerts for people, vehicles and packages and take quicker action like sound the siren, call a friend or dial emergency services with the included trial of Arlo Secure**. Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit*** and Samsung SmartThings.
How long is the power cord? Or is that a extra
There is no power cord. I comes with a short charging cord.
5 years, 6 months ago
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CriticalEye
Protection for every home and family. Capture the details in full 1080p HD video for a clearer picture, day or night. Spend less time recharging with 6 months of battery life*. Connects directly to Wi-Fi without the clutter of extra gear. The Arlo Essential is wire-free and weather-resistant to deliver fast, easy installation and flexibility to get the perfect camera view. With the integrated spotlight, see important features like faces and licenses plates in full color, at night with color night vision. Ward off unwanted guests by triggering the siren or integrated spotlight automictically or manually from the Arlo App. Receive smarter alerts for people, vehicles and packages and take quicker action like sound the siren, call a friend or dial emergency services with the included trial of Arlo Secure**. Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit*** and Samsung SmartThings.
Can you add an Arlo Pro 3 camera to an Arlo essential camera set up?
Bose Sleepbuds II deliver relaxing sounds that help you fall asleep, and use Bose noise-masking technology so you stay asleep. Tiny, wireless Sleepbuds II are designed for comfort with sleep technology clinically proven to help you fall asleep faster. Sleepbuds II play content only from the Bose Sleep app, which gives you full control of the Sound Library and helps you personalize features. Discover tranquil tones and soothing sounds from nature. Or, use Bose noise-masking sounds to cover unwanted nighttime noise. Download your favorite sounds directly to Sleepbuds II, control volume, and set a personal wake-up alarm. Sleepbuds II feature proprietary eartips made of soft silicone for a comfortable, secure fit. Sleep on your back or side, or rollover during the night, they~ll stay put. Get up to ten hours of battery life from a single charge, enough for a full night~s sleep ~ and three additional charges from the portable case.
I live in an apartment with the loudest bunch of people above me,Do you think it might mask a dog's bark?Or loud thuds? Thanks!
I have loud screaming children & mowers nearby on a regular basis. These definitely help mask those sounds enough to sleep & study through.
Not sure what you can do about the loud thuds though as that's something you usually feel as well as hear.
Hope that helps :-)
Not sure what you can do about the loud thuds though as that's something you usually feel as well as hear.
Hope that helps :-)
5 years, 6 months ago
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CriticalEye
Bose Sleepbuds II deliver relaxing sounds that help you fall asleep, and use Bose noise-masking technology so you stay asleep. Tiny, wireless Sleepbuds II are designed for comfort with sleep technology clinically proven to help you fall asleep faster. Sleepbuds II play content only from the Bose Sleep app, which gives you full control of the Sound Library and helps you personalize features. Discover tranquil tones and soothing sounds from nature. Or, use Bose noise-masking sounds to cover unwanted nighttime noise. Download your favorite sounds directly to Sleepbuds II, control volume, and set a personal wake-up alarm. Sleepbuds II feature proprietary eartips made of soft silicone for a comfortable, secure fit. Sleep on your back or side, or rollover during the night, they~ll stay put. Get up to ten hours of battery life from a single charge, enough for a full night~s sleep ~ and three additional charges from the portable case.
Can they play the music on your phone
They don't play music that's stored in your device. You can select sounds & study-type music from a library available within the free App.
Hope that helps :-)
Hope that helps :-)
5 years, 6 months ago
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CriticalEye
MX Master 3 is instant precision and infinite potential. Designed for designers and engineered for coders, it~s our most advanced Master Series mouse yet. App-specific button customizations speed up your workflow in the apps you use most and the electromagnetic MagSpeed wheel enables fast noiseless scrolling. Your hand rests perfectly on the sculpted form and allows you to work comfortably for hours across multiple computers and operating systems in one fluid workflow. Ready for video calls - predefined settings for Microsoft Teams and Zoom let you instantly mute and Start/Stop your video call. With MX Master 3, you can truly master what you make.
Bluetooth is turned off on our work computers. Will this operate as a wired mouse with the USB cable attached or is it strictly for charging
The cable is just for charging, but the USB receiver will allow connection in lieu of Bluetooth
6 years, 6 months ago
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CriticalEye
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.
What is the length of the keyboard
Sleep better. Cover unwanted noise with soothing sounds. Bose noise-masking sleepbuds~ are uniquely designed for sleep. They don~t stream music or have acoustic noise cancellation. Instead, these tiny, wireless earbuds use pre-loaded, soothing sounds to cover up unwanted noises, so you can get to sleep ~ and stay asleep. Plus, unlike traditional earplugs, they~re super comfortable and made to stay in place all night long, even if you sleep on your side. 1. Choose your sound, 2. Set an alarm, 3. Fall asleep without unwanted noise.
How will these work against Smoke Detectors etc in case of emergencies?
The sound volume is customizable, so you could test them against any noise you want to be aware of. However, even with the volume up, I've had no trouble hearing loud sounds. Hope that helps.
7 years, 10 months ago
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CriticalEye