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Deep. Loud. And immersive, too. The SoundLink Revolve II Bluetooth speaker delivers true 360~ sound for consistent, uniform coverage. Place it in the center of the room to give everyone the same experience. Or set it near a wall and sound will radiate and reflect around the room, immersing you in that same feeling you felt at your favorite show. The tapered cylindrical shape makes this wireless speaker easy to grab and go, while a durable aluminum body provides worry-free protection. And it~s water resistant so you can keep the party going, even if it starts to rain. The rechargeable, lithium-ion battery plays up to 13 hours ~ for full-day listening. Voice prompts talk you through Bluetooth pairing, and there~s a built-in speakerphone for calls. Use the Bose Connect app to pair two SoundLink speakers for Stereo or Party Mode. The app also helps you manage your devices, unlock features, and access future updates. Available in Triple Black or Luxe Silver.
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I really wasn't expecting much from a Bluetooth speaker barely larger than a soda can but man, the Bose SoundLink Revolve II really impresses. I primarily use the SoundLink as the main audio source when my family watches movies on our projector. Highs and mids are very good and I would say that bass is above adequate for a speaker of this size if not entirely earth-shaking. The small size is perfectly portable and the lack of ultra-deep bass is the trade-off for this portability. The SoundLink can be taken literally anywhere and I have used it over 10 hours at a time without recharging. My work vehicle does not have a Bluetooth capable stereo system and the Bose has accompanied me to multiple job sites and with the 360 degree orientation of the speaker, while on the road placed on the center console all 3 rows of my Suburban can enjoy the music with plenty of volume to spare. As a matter of fact, while testing the SoundLink for this review I turned it up to max volume and experienced no distortion whatsoever and my oldest daughter came out of her room and yelled at me to turn it down, much like I do to her when her Galaxy Tab volume exceeds a tolerable level to me:) I have owned many small portable Bluetooth speakers and the Bose SoundLink II is by far and away my favorite up until now.
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Now that quality you've come to love from GE is available right on your countertop, thanks to GE Appliances blenders, available in both Standard and Immersion designs. Our immersion blenders are ideal for one-handed operation, and available whisk and chopping attachments make whipping up family meals a cinch. You can even take it with you to help make kitchen magic on the go. GE Appliances standard blenders are the perfect addition to any kitchen and have the power to blend through tough ingredients to make delicious shakes, sauces and pur~es. The available personal blending cups are perfect for your morning smoothie and help make clean-up a snap. Make your blending experience a snap with help from GE Appliances, a brand you trust.
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from South Dakota
My kids have started liking smoothies for breakfast and the GE is much easier than dragging out the big blender even thou the GE does weigh more than I anticipated. It works pretty well too. The chopping attachment does a good job on onions and the like. My only complaint is that the whisk attachment wires are a little flimsy. They do a job on eggs but I wouldn't trust them with anything much thicker than pancake batter though
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Polk MagniFi 2 high-performance home theater sound bar and wireless subwoofer system provide bigger, more dynamic sound than traditional sound bars, and is optimized to make movies, TV, video games and music come to life. The MagniFi 2 comes with a wireless 8" subwoofer and features patented SDA surround technology for a wider, more immersive listening experience and Voice Adjust technology for crystal clear dialogue. Stream your favorite music with Chromecast built-in from Google Play Music, Amazon Music HD, Apple Music, Roon, Qobuz, Spotify, Tidal and many more. Compatible with HD and 4K TVs. Includes HDMI and Optical cables for quick and easy setup. At just over 2~ tall, the sound bar can easily fit under your TV without blocking its remote sensor, and with 2 keyhole slots coupled the unit can also be mounted to any flat surface offering a variety of placement options.
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Compared to other soundbars in this price range I would rate it as very good but it didn't blow me away. I'm comparing it to my Definitive Technology soundbar though which isn't really fair as the Definitive cost more than twice as much. The Polk has good bass and an ample array of adjustments. The remote is a quality piece as well. Setup is super easy with optical or HDMI. I am using it in my bedroom so I don't need it to be super loud as I usually only watch TV in there at night.
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Go Epic! Enjoy an epic viewing experience virtually anywhere with the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF11 Laser Projector. With a built-in high-quality speaker system, this all-in-one projector is the perfect way to watch all your favorite streaming services. Simply hook-up your preferred streaming solution such as an Apple TV, Roku, Amazon FireTV, or Android TV to the built-in HDMI port and you~re ready to start streaming your favorite content up to an epic 150" ~ no screen required. The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF11 Laser Projector takes the complexity out of watching your favorite content anywhere in your home.
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If you want lumens and technical info. this review won't help you. If you want setup and fun factor info. look no further! Setup was super easy as it's just plug the cords in, hit power and it comes on. I was disappointed at first as I was hoping to cast directly to the projector but the instructions are much less than helpful in this regard. They mention an app but it doesn't work and Epson's own website has zero information on the subject so after about an hour I gave up and grabbed an old Chromecast dongle I used to use for an older non-smart TV we used to have. After I updated the Chromecast software I plugged it into the projector and instantly had access to my full library.
Another complaint is that our projector sat on a significant tilt and it rests on 3 itty bitty feet that have very little adjustment. Adjusting the feet to maximum capability still left the image tilted so I just shimmed it with cardboard until it was level.
We have a 10 foot wall with nothing on it that's painted an off-white color and it made a perfect screen. We played our first movie and my 3 girls had as much fun making silhouettes on the wall as they did with the movie. The projector was approximately 12 feet from the wall and the image measured 6.6 feet high x 10.3 feet wide which seems HUGE and I was very impressed with the image.
The sound sucks so I plugged one of my bluetooth speakers into the AUX jack and we were all set.
We watched 3 movies the first night and at least 1 or 2 for 10 consecutive nights. I'm pretty easy to please and don't mind minor inconveniences and making my own adjustments but if you're super-techy and want a perfectly set up machine with theater quality sound you might be disappointed but for me and my family, once it's connected, level and paired with an adequate sound system this tiny little projector is awesome and we have had a ton of fun with it, popcorn and root beer floats. Can't wait to go out in the yard and try it on the side of the house next Spring!
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When you need a compact home office printer that can handle all your work needs, the PIXMA TR8620 has you covered. With front and rear paper feeding, a 5-Individual Ink System, 4.3~ LCD Touchscreen, and impressive wired and wireless5 connectivity options, you~ll be able to do it all. The PIXMA TR8620 can easily transition from scanning a multi-page contract with the built-in Auto Document Feeder to printing double-sided homework assignments from online classrooms systems, or a family photo wirelessly from your smartphone. Whether it~s printing documents and reports, or faxing and scanning, the PIXMA TR8620 is the ultimate compact home office printer that~s big on performance and productivity.
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from South Dakota
Install was a breeze. No trouble at all, online setup was excellent. Print quality is superb, only concern is the small ink cartridges. Time will tell but so far this is a top-notch printer.
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Make perfect espresso every time with this De'Longhi Dedica Style espresso machine. The adjustable steam frother makes it possible to switch from froth to flat with a flick of the hand, while the rapid heat-up feature makes the machine ready to brew in 30 seconds. This De'Longhi Dedica Style espresso machine can use either pods or ground coffee, increasing its flexibility.
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I love coffee. I love really, really strong black coffee. Visitors to my home usually take a sip of my morning brew and add some water. After a meal at my favorite Italian restaurant I order an espresso and the bitter darkness is oh, so satisfying so I was super excited to try the De'Longhi Dedica. I went to Dark Canyon Coffee Company and bought some exquisite beans, had a friend who worked at a boutique coffee shop for 6 years bring over a $450 grinder and was ready to experience pure bliss. Not so much. The Dedica is a beautiful machine, no doubt. Setup was a breeze and although I am no barista, my friend is. Literally. He ground the beans to a fine consistency, loaded the machine and turned it on. We got 1/2 of a small espresso-sized cup of coffee that was neither deep black nor particularly strong. We tried again using the 2 cup setting. This time our single cup was nearly full of the same ho-hum coffee. Next he ground the beans down further to what was virtually a powder which he referred to as Turkish. Same thing. The 2 cup setting produced 1 cup of "espresso" that did not knock my or his socks off. I tried to narrow it down and the takeaway is that it wasn't the beans, it wasn't the consistency of the grind so it must be that the Dedica, while beautiful on the outside, does not have the heart required to make a truly good cup of espresso. Maybe I was expecting too much for a machine in this price range (the grinder we used was worth twice the Dedica) but I was thoroughly disappointed.
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The Filtrete~ Maximum Under Sink Water Filtration System 3US-MAX-S01 is easy to install and maintain. It's an under sink water filtration system that connects to the kitchen or bath faucet.
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I sent a water sample to my local municipality but it's been 3 weeks so I guess I'm not getting the results. I suppose this filter is as good as any but I really can't say how well it reduces contaminants.The Filtrete replaces a Brita three cartridge system. One filter is much more cost effective and the Brita cartridges were expensive. After swapping the filters I did not notice and difference in taste or smell.
Installation was simple and just took a few common tools.
My complaint with the Filtrete is that ALL of the cold water is filtered. The Brita had a separate spigot which I much prefer as I don't need filtered water all the time. I remedied the issue with a few parts from the hardware store but don't feel I should have had to. I probably wouldn't have got the Filtrete If I had know the connection method but if you want all of your cold water filtered go for it.
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Juicing at home means great nutrition and delicious drinks whenever you want them, and saving money, too. Now we've made it easier than ever to turn healthy fruits and vegetables into delicious, colorful, vitamin-packed juices right at home, with faster cleaning and more convenience. With patented auto-clean technology, this Oster Self-Cleaning Juice Extractor rinses and scrubs hard-to-clean pulp and fiber from the filter in just seconds, for hands-free cleanup. This versatile Oster juicer has an extra-large food chute that fits most whole fruits and vegetables~that means less prep work for you. The power-performance, 1000-watt dual-speed motor easily extracts both soft and hard ingredients in seconds. The convenient drip-stopper nozzle prevents dripping after juicing, and the stainless steel locking arm ensures the juicer works only when locked and secure. The parts are BPA-free and dishwasher-safe.
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from South Dakota
I've heard juicers aren't worth the effort but fresh juice with no cleanup sounded too good to pass up. The phrase "Self Cleaning" is plastered all over the product description and the packaging but there is more to the story. The "self-cleaning" and "hands free" claims only apply to the filter that grinds down the item being juiced. That means there are 7 other parts that need a level of cleaning from a wipe down to a big mess. This was entirely disappointing.
The Oster does a fine job of extracting juice. The first night we had it we did bananas, blackberries, plums, apples and grapes. Each was delicious although banana juice was pretty thick. You need to get the press down quickly as we had several instances of pulp flying out as the kids were dropping fruit in.
I was satisfied with the amount of juice that came from each ingredient. For reference, we got 1/2 cup of juice out of 1 medium apple. As this is my first juice extractor, I have no reference for comparison but I doubt there was much juice that the Oster missed as the leftover pulp was fairly dry.
Once the juice party was over, the reality of the cleanup job became apparent. 8 parts to clean and several of them were very dirty. Yes, the metal filter was "mostly" clean but still had to be wiped off while the rest of the machine had to be taken apart and washed in the sink.
Does the Oster make juice? Absolutely. Is it self cleaning? One part is. The rest? Not by a long shot. Plan on juicing for a few seconds and cleaning for the next 10 minutes. Is the hassle worth it for a glass of juice? Not to me but if it is to you, the Oster will definitely make juice.
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Say goodbye to clutter and hello to this multi-functional~toaster oven!~Enjoy a variety of delicious dishes with ease and convenience using the~Chefman~Toast-Air Dual Function Air Fryer + Oven. No more heating up your kitchen with a full-size oven~~~get the same results as a traditional convection oven with the convenience of countertop cooking for faster and more evenly cooked food. This countertop convection oven is a useful tool in any busy kitchen with variable temperature controls and cooking functions to air fry, bake, broil, convection bake, toast, and more, as well as a temperature range from 200-450~ F to set at the desired temperature.~9 preset options make any kitchen task easy, while the interior cooking light allows you to easily monitor cooking process.~The extra-large 20-liter interior can fit up to 4 slices of toast, a 10-inch pizza, or most baking pans.~With the highly efficient~rapid-air technology and high-speed convection~system,~you can achieve an even, crispy fried~texture using little to no oil.~The rack positioning is designed for maximum space and even air flow ~ if using multiple racks, rotate them halfway through for best results. The air fryer function is perfect for cooking once-frozen leftover foods and making them taste fresh again. This counter oven features an option to select the desired level of toast, from light to dark. With a 60-minute countdown timer and ready signal bell, you always know when your food is ready. The air fry basket, flat wire rack, broil pan, and crumb tray are easily removable and dishwasher safe for convenience and quick clean up; plus, the non-stick interior and stainless-steel exterior wipe~down easily. It~s easier than ever to conquer any cooking need with this toaster-oven air fryer!~
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from South Dakota
When our Chefman arrived it was in a box that was in a box with styrofoam padding so the packing was very substantial. We decided to go all out on the "bar" food for our maiden voyage and cooked up jalapeno poppers, onion rings, chicken strips and curly fries. Not the most healthy options but tasty nonetheless! So far we have only used the air fry option and the cooking guide gives zero indication of how long different foods should be cooked so there was some guesswork involved. We cooked each item individually starting in 5 minute intervals and everything was done to crispy perfection in less than 10 minutes from frozen. We had previously tried another air fryer that was much smaller and found that for our family of 5 it wasn't worth the hassle to make french fries in 4 different batches so we gave up on it. However, the Chefman IQ has plenty of capacity and we are quite pleased with it. I am looking forward to trying the dehydrate function for some more healthy snack alternatives and will update once we have used it some more.
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Meet G733, a gaming headset designed to suit your style. Embrace total wireless with 2.4 GHZ LIGHTSPEED wireless, featuring up to 33 ft of range and up to 29 hours of battery life. Customize how you look and sound in G HUB with dual-zone, front-facing LIGHTSYNC RGB and Blue VO!CE real-time voice filters. G733 features advanced audio technologies, including 40 mm PRO-G audio drivers, internal acoustic chambers, and DTS Headphone:X 2.0. Play your way with four colorways to choose from and play with comfort with a comfortable, reversible headband, dual-layer memory foam earcups, and a lightweight headset that weighs just 9.8 oz.
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My regular headphones are Astro A50's and that's a pretty high bar but at less than 1/2 the price, the Logitech G733's are most certainly capable performers. For some reason mine did not come with any instructions or a quick start guide but setup was very simple and couldn't be more plug and play. Insert the USB receiver into your device, power up the headphones and go. Like some other reviewers I found the G Hub software to be a bit buggy but with persistence I was able to get logged in and play with the features. The lights were not a selling point for me as I do most of my gaming after the kids are in bed and the darker the better. The treble and mid-range are fantastic but I found that even after adjusting the EQ settings I would have liked a little more bass, a little more rumble in the explosions but all-in-all I have no complaints about the audio quality. The surround sound works very well and gives a very nice directional awareness to what's going on around you in a game. The G733's are very comfortable and although my sessions are usually limited to an hour or two, I believe that you could keep these on all day with no issues. My only complaint is that after adjusting the microphone it likes to go back where it was originally. It's flexible enough but has a bit of memory and I had some trouble getting it to stay where I wanted it. I would absolutely say that as far as an affordable headphone option, the G733's are top notch and you won't be disappointed.
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Go Epic! Enjoy an epic viewing experience virtually anywhere with the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF11 Laser Projector. With a built-in high-quality speaker system, this all-in-one projector is the perfect way to watch all your favorite streaming services. Simply hook-up your preferred streaming solution such as an Apple TV, Roku, Amazon FireTV, or Android TV to the built-in HDMI port and you~re ready to start streaming your favorite content up to an epic 150" ~ no screen required. The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF11 Laser Projector takes the complexity out of watching your favorite content anywhere in your home.
How well does the keystone on this projector work? Does it change the image in any way?
I have this projector and the only adjustment is focus. It pretty much has to face the screen or wall straight on.
5 years, 5 months ago
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Go Epic! Enjoy an epic viewing experience virtually anywhere with the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF11 Laser Projector. With a built-in high-quality speaker system, this all-in-one projector is the perfect way to watch all your favorite streaming services. Simply hook-up your preferred streaming solution such as an Apple TV, Roku, Amazon FireTV, or Android TV to the built-in HDMI port and you~re ready to start streaming your favorite content up to an epic 150" ~ no screen required. The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF11 Laser Projector takes the complexity out of watching your favorite content anywhere in your home.
Is there anyway to mount this projector such as using a stand?
There aren't any mounts or adapters under the projector so it does have to sit on a table or shelf.
5 years, 5 months ago
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Get the party started with this Samsung T70 sound tower. The powerful speakers fill the room with up to 1500W of bi-directional sound, and the built-in 10-inch woofer delivers loud, impressively detailed bass. This Samsung T70 sound tower has integrated LED party lights that enhance any gathering with a variety of rhythmic lighting effects.
can you pair two of them
Yes. The are designed to be used in pairs although one is sufficient for most applications.
5 years, 10 months ago
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Keep your head in the game with this Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 audio system. The SuperAmp audio controller is compatible with the PlayStation 4 Pro and standard, and the headset can be used alone with any 3.5mm jack. This Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 audio system brings comfort and audio quality together for long nights of action.
Will the black ps4 version of the Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 with SuperAmp work the same on the Xbox One?
No. There are specific versions for PS4 and XBox.
7 years, 2 months ago
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Improve your audio experience with this 2.1-channel Sony sound bar. It lets you enjoy wireless streaming from radio services with its Wi-Fi connectivity, and its S-Force PRO Front Surround technology produces dynamic audio details. This 350W Sony sound bar supports playback of high-definition audio formats from Bluetooth-enabled devices with its LDAC technology.
I purchased this yesterday. it works with the bluetooth but i am not getting sound from the tv. I have the HDMI plugged into the ARC slots and I have tried every HDMI setting as well as TV setting. what am i doing wrong?
Just purchased this as well with a Sony Bravia TV. I had to go to my TV sound settings and change the sound output from TV speakers to “external speakers”.
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