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Maintain facial hair effectively with this cordless Panasonic ARC5 ELITE five-blade wet or dry electric shaver. The ultrafast motor delivers up to 70,000 cross-cuts per minute for quick shaving, while the flexible shaving head pivots in 16 different directions for a smooth shave. This Panasonic ARC5 ELITE five-blade wet or dry electric shaver has a waterproof design for durability, and the ergonomic handle adds comfort for seamless operation.
Customer Rating
5
Good shaver
on November 26, 2023
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this to replace an old rotary uniting I had. It was an ok unit, but I had always preferred my first fail shaver to this. My brother really liked his panasonic, so I got this one. The cleaning/charging stand is a nice bonus, but you can buy this same shaver without it. It does clean this very nicely, I do it once a week to be thorough, but daily rinse and tap does ok also. The closeness on this if very good, minimal irritation. My old foilcanceling? A single unit, so having 5 is odd, but effective. Irritation is a minimum for me. I do prefer to use a bit of preshave with this just to make sure. Battery life is easily 14 days fo regular shaving 1 time daily. Overall, it is a bit more expensive than some other units, bit I hope it will last a long time and works well.
Length of ownership: 71
Mobile Submission: True
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Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Get a healthier, brighter smile with the Philips Sonicare 9000 Special Edition. This toothbrush features a pressure sensor, 4 brushing modes, 3 intensities and smart brush head mode pairing technology. The Philips Sonicare 9000 Special Edition will look beautiful in your bathroom, with elegant charging glass and premium finishings. Track your brushing within the Sonicare App to ensure you're reaching your oral health care goals.
Customer Rating
5
Good toothbrush, much like old the diamond cleans
on May 2, 2023
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have have been using diamond clean brushes for about 10 years now and so has my wife. My wif's last brush broke down (quit charging after 3.5 years) so I saw this online on sale for much less than what i had paid for the older ones, but was familiar enough to know this is basically the same. Charges the same by induction base (I can actually still use old one) but it has bluetooth to connect to the philips sonicare app that you can track brushin with. My kids have used the sparkly app for sonicare kids app for years. This connected easil with the app. Overall, this does very well my wife is pleased, no major difference other than the head of the toothbush was different than the old diamond clean, so it took a bit to get used to. Very happy with the purchase
Length of ownership: 126
Mobile Submission: True
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Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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![Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham [Blu-ray] [Standard]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4ba8ebd5-6540-4dbb-83f8-4329eb47499a.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
Interesting alternative Batman origin film
on May 2, 2023
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a fascinating alternate Batman universe film adaptation of an older short run comic series. It intertwines several dc univers characters right away. I was a bit caught off guard not doing any research on the difference of origin of batman that happens here, similar, but different. It was a good price and I feel money well spent.
Length of ownership: 41
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Upgrade your comfort with the Sensi Room Sensor, made exclusively for the Sensi Touch 2 Smart Thermostat (not included). With a slim design, easy connection, and no wires, you~ll have the flexibility to place your Sensi Room Sensor where you need it, using the stand (included) or on the wall. With a range of 100 feet, you can connect to 15 Sensi Room Sensors to your Sensi Touch 2 Smart Thermostat throughout your home, helping to reduce hot and cold spots by prioritizing and balancing temperatures. 2 AAA batteries required per sensor.
Customer Rating
5
Additional help for you thermostat
on May 2, 2023
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have a sensi 2 thermostat that is compatible with these addtional sensi sensor units. They require 2aaa batteries (included) and have a wall mount kit or stand that you can use with it. Super easy set up, put the batteries in, on you main thermostat go to sensors, add sensor and it will be detected. If it is not, it tells you to push reset on the sensor and re run through the detection on the main unit. 2 of my 3 connected the first time, one of them did not, so i did what it said and connected right up. I have lived in a zone house before, very nice, but I do not have that at my current house. These can act as 3 units to average with the main unit, or as tye single main sensor for the whole heating and cooling system. You can even average 1 or 2 of then to the main thermostat. I put one in each of the 3 readily occupied bedrooms and will have to see in the long run if this evens out the cooler in winter, warmer in summer events that i have had the last 2 years here in the bedrooms, they are near edges of house vs thermostat central. Pending on how these work, I may add one to two in the basement. I believe 15 additinal sensors are able to be added if I recall my research correctly. I have been very impressed so far with the ease of use. I feel this will be a good addtion. If this does have issues later on, Iwill update my comments.
Length of ownership: 4
Mobile Submission: True
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Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Customer Rating
4
This hopefully will help.
on March 30, 2023
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
I got two of these on sale. I like the nyko brand from years ago i had spare controllers for my Wii built by them that worked good. I used them just the other day. The installation was a bit difficult, but once on it fits fair and you can dock this. The controller covers are nice, not sure my boys will used the toggle cover over the buttons much, as well as tha game storage. I got it maily for the small ammount more protection it may give the main body. You will have to remove the joycon covers if you want to place this in the pro cotroller converter. Again i didnt pay much, hopeful this will preserver the systems a bit. I would hesitently reccomend to others. I did not do research on other products like this so i think these will be fine, but better could be out there.
Length of ownership: 3
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Value
5
Ease of Use
4
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Kids and car enthusiasts now have the chance to explore one of the world~s most iconic sports cars with the LEGO Speed Champions Lamborghini Countach (76908) building set. Stunning from every angle, this detailed replica model delivers an engaging building experience, is perfect for display and awesome for epic racing action. Digital building instructions This collectible toy car includes printed and digital building instructions. Available in the free LEGO Building Instructions app for smartphones and tablets, the interactive digital guide comes with amazing zoom and rotate tools that allow you to visualize this model from all angles as you build. Celebrating iconic engineering and design LEGO Speed Champions building sets deliver buildable versions of the world~s leading and best-known vehicles. Designed for kids and automobile fans of all ages, the authentically detailed models are also great for thrilling race action against other toy vehicles from the Speed Champions range.
Customer Rating
5
Cool toy
on March 27, 2023
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
I got this because the countach is still my favorite car of all time. Seeing it at this scale and price, i had to get it. It won't take up a lot of space on display, but big enough to know what car you are looking at. Quick assembly. Cool item if you are a Lamborghini fan.
Length of ownership: 114
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Experience fast, reliable Wi-Fi 6 for your connected home. eero 6 uses the power of Wi-Fi 6 to support faster speeds to every corner of your space, increase your internet~s efficiency, and reduce network congestion compared to prior Wi-Fi standards. eero makes it easy to expand your system as your needs change. With cross-compatible hardware, you can easily add eero products in minutes. Best of all, you can say goodbye to dead spots and buffering. eero~s mesh wifi technology optimizes for your space~so you can confidently stream 4K video, game, and video conference across your home.
Customer Rating
5
Good reliable mesh network
on March 27, 2023
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
This was my secone eero mesh system i purchase. I gave this to my mother in law when her network quit being reliable. I have had my own personal network for a year and a half, and no issues, so this was an easy purchase for me. It's easy to work with just download the app and it walks you through step by step setup of the system. It always keeps itself updated with the latest firmware, and so far, like mine at home, the onl my time it isnt providing coverage is when the ISP is down in the area. No holes in the coverage of the house, and can cover a lot of the area aound the house that we use (front porch and back patio all the way to the machine shed. Highly reccomended
Length of ownership: 79
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Setup
5
Signal Strength
5
Range
5
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Westinghouse 32" HD Roku TV offers an entertainment experience that fits your lifestyle. Watch exactly what you want, how you want, when you want it.
Customer Rating
5
Good value.
on March 27, 2023
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is my 3rd roku os based tv, my 2 others are by another company, and i liked their set up a lot, and i almost got a 3rd one of them, but this beat it on price by quite a bit. Function wise it works like my add on roku's to other tv's, and is just as responsjve as they are, except it has a tuner built in. I have really minimal issues on any of my rokus with apps not loading or freezing, and this has had no issues since i started using it. The sound and picture are good for the room i use it in. Bright enough to be able to see with sun on it at times because it is near a window. The value of this is really good. I did add a usb stick on it so i can pause live tv if i want to. Highly reccomended at this price point.
Length of ownership: 153
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5
Sound Quality
5
Brightness
5
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A mounted TV doesn~t just look better~it gives more flexibility in positioning your TV. With the Best Buy essentials Full Motion TV Wall Mount for 47~84" TVs, choose your viewing angle with full-motion capabilities. An 18-inch arm moves your TV away from the wall, and a 90-degree swivel mechanism offers multiple positioning options. Tilt technology allows simple adjustments from -8 to +12 degrees. Plus, it also grants easy access to the ports behind your TV. This steel wall mount can hold up to 110 lbs. and is VESA compliant to work with most 47" to 84" TVs. It also has a locking system that ensures your TV will always be secure on the wall. Backed by Best Buy, this mount will improve the way you watch TV with support and materials you can trust.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent mounts.
on December 8, 2022
Posted by: averageguy
Verified Purchase:Yes
I own two of these, one in mh loving room and one a a place of business. I've mounted them to studs to be extra sturdy. I have a 58 inch tv on one and a 55 inch tv on the other. Easy mount and excellent range of tilt and positioning. The price on this is very competative and being insignia, the best buy brand, I know if I had issues it would be backed. Luckily, no issues. My first one I put up almost 3 years ago, the other i just got a month ago. I had no hesitrncy to get a second one. Highly reccomended.
Length of ownership: 23
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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![Outlander: Season Six - BLU-RAY [4 Discs]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/31156617-b9f9-4072-a8a0-a35a6fd85250.jpg)
At the end of World War II, British nurse Claire Randall (Caitriona Balfe) and her history professor husband prepare to enjoy a second honeymoon in Scotland-only to have that plan go spectacularly awry when Claire is mysteriously sent back in time to the Scottish Highlands of 1743. Finding herself again thrust into the midst of war, Claire is soon bonded to Jamie Fraser (Sam Heughan), a dashing warrior who causes a rift in her heart as wide as the centuries bridged, in this magical series based on the Diana Gabaldon novels.6 episodes on 4 discs. 8 3/4 hrs. Widescreen; Soundtrack English.
Customer Rating
5
Another great season
on September 24, 2022
Posted by: averageguy
If you are watching this, no doubt you are already a fan of the show and know what it's all about. This bluray disc is a good transfer, good sound and picture, bonus footage is good, but more importantly, this release did re-include the digital copy. Season 5 for me did not come with that. They did it a bit differently as ut showed up as a credit with a major digital retailer, as exclusively for use for this season and they you went and purchased the hdx version and it charged me the full price minus credit for zero dollars. They just didnt say congratulations, this has been added to your library. Either way, worked out well. Bit on the expensive side this time though, not as good of value as it used to be. Patience may be good and watch for a sale.
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Be aware of danger with this Onelink smart smoke and carbon monoxide alarm. Wi-Fi connectivity makes sure all the alarms go off no matter where the problem is, and notifications are sent to your smartphone via the compatible app when there's trouble. Manage repairs and emergencies quickly using the precision voice alerts and dual protection included in this Onelink smart smoke and carbon monoxide alarm.
Overall
3 out of 5
3 out of 5Could be nice if it worked as advertised
By averagetechguy
from concerned one
This smoke and carbon monoxide detector lists a ton of features that look good on paper, but so far, I am underwhelmed. The user’s manual is less than helpful. For set up, it takes you through 7 steps to mount it, and the last step is to lock the unit on to the base which is how it turns on. For me, my plan was to set it up, link to the Wi-Fi, test it, then hang it. It makes more sense that way because you do have to hold and press the test button on it for a cycle. Their way would have me standing on a ladder doing the testing. Not optimal. I locked the base sitting safely in my recliner, much easier.
Now let’s get to the app set up. I am an android user, and my wife has apple products, so I was lucky to have hers available. The owner's manual states start the app and follow the instructions. The Android app started ok, I made an account, but then had no further instructions. On the apple store, it worked immediately asking about linking a device (smoke detector etc...) to the network, and I followed through everything, that went well. It does send notifications to my apple devices when I tested it a second time in the evening, not to the android device I have hooked up, but that’s likely because I have the notifications locked down. The alarm is loud and clear, hopefully it works if I need it.
Now this battery powered detector came with information stating it can be linked to Siri or Alexa, and the app has spots to link Pandora, Spotify, iheart radio and tune in radio, but all I get is the error “add a one link safe &sound”. It says that you do not appear to have any Onelink Safe and Sound Devices. I disagree. I am thinking there is just a flaw in their network since this is a newer product and hope they get this fixed, or it may be slow to get my account all lined up. I have e-mailed the company to ask if there is something else I need to do.
Finally, a pro of this so far is that it is portable. I am moving soon, and will be able to take this with me easily, but if I got the hardwired one, I’d have to do more than just take it down from the nails. With that being said, a negative is it uses a proprietary battery pack. It says it will last 5 years. We will see about that. Right now, I do not see any of them for sale on their website or anywhere. I’m just hopeful it’s because the product is newer and they just haven’t gotten them out their yet. If they don’t get the separate battery replacement, and force a person to buy a whole new unit every 5 years, I will not be replacing every 5 years. I admit I got this as a tester, and I would not have bought it for myself at full price. Honestly right now at this stage, I don’t see why anyone else should either. It has minimal advantages over a basic 30 dollar batter and smoke and CO2 detectors that I have now. I don’t see why anyone else should either. It has minimal advantages over a basic 30 dollar batter and smoke detector that I have. I hope they get the bugs fixed with the android app, and hope that it will finally link to my accounts, that will help this products a ton. It's a shame they launched this without everything working seamlessly.
Now let’s get to the app set up. I am an android user, and my wife has apple products, so I was lucky to have hers available. The owner's manual states start the app and follow the instructions. The Android app started ok, I made an account, but then had no further instructions. On the apple store, it worked immediately asking about linking a device (smoke detector etc...) to the network, and I followed through everything, that went well. It does send notifications to my apple devices when I tested it a second time in the evening, not to the android device I have hooked up, but that’s likely because I have the notifications locked down. The alarm is loud and clear, hopefully it works if I need it.
Now this battery powered detector came with information stating it can be linked to Siri or Alexa, and the app has spots to link Pandora, Spotify, iheart radio and tune in radio, but all I get is the error “add a one link safe &sound”. It says that you do not appear to have any Onelink Safe and Sound Devices. I disagree. I am thinking there is just a flaw in their network since this is a newer product and hope they get this fixed, or it may be slow to get my account all lined up. I have e-mailed the company to ask if there is something else I need to do.
Finally, a pro of this so far is that it is portable. I am moving soon, and will be able to take this with me easily, but if I got the hardwired one, I’d have to do more than just take it down from the nails. With that being said, a negative is it uses a proprietary battery pack. It says it will last 5 years. We will see about that. Right now, I do not see any of them for sale on their website or anywhere. I’m just hopeful it’s because the product is newer and they just haven’t gotten them out their yet. If they don’t get the separate battery replacement, and force a person to buy a whole new unit every 5 years, I will not be replacing every 5 years. I admit I got this as a tester, and I would not have bought it for myself at full price. Honestly right now at this stage, I don’t see why anyone else should either. It has minimal advantages over a basic 30 dollar batter and smoke and CO2 detectors that I have now. I don’t see why anyone else should either. It has minimal advantages over a basic 30 dollar batter and smoke detector that I have. I hope they get the bugs fixed with the android app, and hope that it will finally link to my accounts, that will help this products a ton. It's a shame they launched this without everything working seamlessly.
averageguy
Iowa
thanks for checking
August 22, 2019
I'm glad the company monitors their reviews. I did reach out to them. They state this model is not comparable with amazon Alexa, though it comes with separate slip telling you how to allegedly set it up with Alexa. They must have a use the same instructions for all models. It would have been a nice feature, a bonus I was not expecting, but it is not. I still have confidence this smoke detector will work, I have used first alert products for years, and was happy to try this one, and do have confidence it will work if needed, though I hope it never does have to used.
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Savor hyper-realistic entertainment with this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV. A combination of quantum dot and wide color gamut technologies boosts color and brightness. Motion Rate 480 keeps up with all the action, while local dimming zones deliver sharp contrast. ULED and PQ enhancing focus on the most important areas of picture quality for a vibrant, lifelike experience from this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Defective
By Joseph
Got it on the 14th, arrived the 17th and stopped working on the 21st, stuck with a $650 Lemon!!!
averageguy
Iowa
return it.
July 25, 2020
Even if this is ordered online, contact customer service and return it. I live 80 miles from the nearest best buy, I've either shipped things back or in this case as I have done for service calls on past tv's, worth the drive to exchange.
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Acer~s Intel~ Evo~ platform-based Chromebook Spin 713 is ideal for heavy multitasking since it comes with powerful specs, long battery life, plenty of storage and enough ports for external monitors and accessories. Designed to give users a premium experience with increased speeds from the 11th Gen Intel~ Core~ i5 processor, this sleek convertible features a vivid, 13.5~ 2K IPS VertiView touch display with vivid Intel~ Iris~ Xe graphics, a long-lasting and quick-chargeable battery, and speedy Chrome OS performance. At just over 3 lbs., this sleek machine is faster than ever. It features a built-in HDMI port, two USB Type-C~ Ports with Thunderbolt~ 4, a backlit keyboard and a unique 3:2 ratio display~that delivers an extra 18% more vertical space~making work and play more fun and extra easy on the eyes! The 360~ durable hinge provides four different modes for you to enjoy. And this awesome Chromebook is fitted with a high-quality, military-grade tested aluminum chassis!
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5A serious computer, compact but capable
By averagetechguy
from concerned one
I received this Chromebook from best buy tech insider network at no cost to provide my unbiased opinion on it. This is my first chrome os system that I have owned, and really had a chance to really use. I have owned android phones since my second smartphone (my first was a windows phone) and so the transition to this system was not difficult, because setting and menus and such are laid out very similar. The unit I have has the latest generation i7 processor with 256gb sad, and it is lighting fast in start up. Faster than my surface 3 laptop. the 3:2 format screen is bright and touch is good. overall build in this is very good, solid feel and good touch/grip metal. It is slim and light. It has to usb c type ports, hdmi input, regular usb and micro SD slots, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The colors and resolution do justice to games and work that I do on it I have experience with google docs, but you can also easily add Microsoft office if you wish, Which I may do later, I've not decided yet. very intuitive flow for finding programs and files, the GUI is easily labeled. I like the wide taller screen when I'm doing work, I can stack the window easier and I can view more with this computer. sharing the Google play store with my phone's is nice, I have many things that I can carry over that I have already purchased over the years. I also have my music library carried over and the sound on this unit is very good for it being so slim and trim, has dts abilities. My antivirus program of choice also works well. Duo video chat works well also with my other android phones. I do other video conference program for work from home and I will definitely use this when I work at home or on the road. presentations will also go nicely with this having a nice big screen, but can be tucked away on a podium not blocking me. The taller screen will definitely help me to keep a person viewable on video while accessing other information I need. Battery life is very good, I've used it for 3.5 hours off and on without plugging it in today and it's not even to 50%, so I'm guessing the 10 hour battery life is a good estimate by the company. I am seriously impressed with this computer and for being a dos/windows user almost exclusively for years, I am very pleasantly surprised how easy it is to transition to this and how affordable this is, and it should be taken very seriously for a primary use computer. If the OS is generally as stable as my Android phones google puts out, this is going to serve me well for years.
averageguy
Iowa
my error
June 5, 2021
I accidentally said I7 processor instead of I5, just a mis-type, and did not catch it before I posted it. It is still a great computer.
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Acer~s Intel~ Evo~ platform-based Chromebook Spin 713 is ideal for heavy multitasking since it comes with powerful specs, long battery life, plenty of storage and enough ports for external monitors and accessories. Designed to give users a premium experience with increased speeds from the 11th Gen Intel~ Core~ i5 processor, this sleek convertible features a vivid, 13.5~ 2K IPS VertiView touch display with vivid Intel~ Iris~ Xe graphics, a long-lasting and quick-chargeable battery, and speedy Chrome OS performance. At just over 3 lbs., this sleek machine is faster than ever. It features a built-in HDMI port, two USB Type-C~ Ports with Thunderbolt~ 4, a backlit keyboard and a unique 3:2 ratio display~that delivers an extra 18% more vertical space~making work and play more fun and extra easy on the eyes! The 360~ durable hinge provides four different modes for you to enjoy. And this awesome Chromebook is fitted with a high-quality, military-grade tested aluminum chassis!
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5A serious computer, compact but capable
By averagetechguy
from concerned one
I received this Chromebook from best buy tech insider network at no cost to provide my unbiased opinion on it. This is my first chrome os system that I have owned, and really had a chance to really use. I have owned android phones since my second smartphone (my first was a windows phone) and so the transition to this system was not difficult, because setting and menus and such are laid out very similar. The unit I have has the latest generation i7 processor with 256gb sad, and it is lighting fast in start up. Faster than my surface 3 laptop. the 3:2 format screen is bright and touch is good. overall build in this is very good, solid feel and good touch/grip metal. It is slim and light. It has to usb c type ports, hdmi input, regular usb and micro SD slots, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The colors and resolution do justice to games and work that I do on it I have experience with google docs, but you can also easily add Microsoft office if you wish, Which I may do later, I've not decided yet. very intuitive flow for finding programs and files, the GUI is easily labeled. I like the wide taller screen when I'm doing work, I can stack the window easier and I can view more with this computer. sharing the Google play store with my phone's is nice, I have many things that I can carry over that I have already purchased over the years. I also have my music library carried over and the sound on this unit is very good for it being so slim and trim, has dts abilities. My antivirus program of choice also works well. Duo video chat works well also with my other android phones. I do other video conference program for work from home and I will definitely use this when I work at home or on the road. presentations will also go nicely with this having a nice big screen, but can be tucked away on a podium not blocking me. The taller screen will definitely help me to keep a person viewable on video while accessing other information I need. Battery life is very good, I've used it for 3.5 hours off and on without plugging it in today and it's not even to 50%, so I'm guessing the 10 hour battery life is a good estimate by the company. I am seriously impressed with this computer and for being a dos/windows user almost exclusively for years, I am very pleasantly surprised how easy it is to transition to this and how affordable this is, and it should be taken very seriously for a primary use computer. If the OS is generally as stable as my Android phones google puts out, this is going to serve me well for years.
averageguy
Iowa
sorry, my type-o it is an I5
June 5, 2021
I just mis-typed the CPU, honest mistake. It is an I5 and I had i7 on my mind from my surface 3, and the 713 was in my brain also. Just missed when I re read it. Still a great computer
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Acer~s Intel~ Evo~ platform-based Chromebook Spin 713 is ideal for heavy multitasking since it comes with powerful specs, long battery life, plenty of storage and enough ports for external monitors and accessories. Designed to give users a premium experience with increased speeds from the 11th Gen Intel~ Core~ i5 processor, this sleek convertible features a vivid, 13.5~ 2K IPS VertiView touch display with vivid Intel~ Iris~ Xe graphics, a long-lasting and quick-chargeable battery, and speedy Chrome OS performance. At just over 3 lbs., this sleek machine is faster than ever. It features a built-in HDMI port, two USB Type-C~ Ports with Thunderbolt~ 4, a backlit keyboard and a unique 3:2 ratio display~that delivers an extra 18% more vertical space~making work and play more fun and extra easy on the eyes! The 360~ durable hinge provides four different modes for you to enjoy. And this awesome Chromebook is fitted with a high-quality, military-grade tested aluminum chassis!
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5A serious computer, compact but capable
By averagetechguy
from concerned one
I received this Chromebook from best buy tech insider network at no cost to provide my unbiased opinion on it. This is my first chrome os system that I have owned, and really had a chance to really use. I have owned android phones since my second smartphone (my first was a windows phone) and so the transition to this system was not difficult, because setting and menus and such are laid out very similar. The unit I have has the latest generation i7 processor with 256gb sad, and it is lighting fast in start up. Faster than my surface 3 laptop. the 3:2 format screen is bright and touch is good. overall build in this is very good, solid feel and good touch/grip metal. It is slim and light. It has to usb c type ports, hdmi input, regular usb and micro SD slots, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The colors and resolution do justice to games and work that I do on it I have experience with google docs, but you can also easily add Microsoft office if you wish, Which I may do later, I've not decided yet. very intuitive flow for finding programs and files, the GUI is easily labeled. I like the wide taller screen when I'm doing work, I can stack the window easier and I can view more with this computer. sharing the Google play store with my phone's is nice, I have many things that I can carry over that I have already purchased over the years. I also have my music library carried over and the sound on this unit is very good for it being so slim and trim, has dts abilities. My antivirus program of choice also works well. Duo video chat works well also with my other android phones. I do other video conference program for work from home and I will definitely use this when I work at home or on the road. presentations will also go nicely with this having a nice big screen, but can be tucked away on a podium not blocking me. The taller screen will definitely help me to keep a person viewable on video while accessing other information I need. Battery life is very good, I've used it for 3.5 hours off and on without plugging it in today and it's not even to 50%, so I'm guessing the 10 hour battery life is a good estimate by the company. I am seriously impressed with this computer and for being a dos/windows user almost exclusively for years, I am very pleasantly surprised how easy it is to transition to this and how affordable this is, and it should be taken very seriously for a primary use computer. If the OS is generally as stable as my Android phones google puts out, this is going to serve me well for years.
averageguy
Iowa
stylus
June 6, 2021
I wish I could help you answer the stylus question definitively but I do not have one to test this with at the moment, I don't use the. much at all. Acer appears to have responded to a question below saying it does not support a usi stylus, so like you I would find it odd if they took that feature away from last year to this year, but hopefully they upgraded something else to make this just as good.
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The all-new Victrola Premiere T1 Turntable System is the perfect record player sound system for your home. Incorporating the T1 Turntable and M1 Bookshelf Monitors, the system~s design and user interface were created with meticulous attention to sound reproduction, design, and ease of use. The T1 Turntable System is sure to make lifelong music memories in your home. The Premiere T1 Turntable features a belt driven metal platter, wooden plinth, and aluminum tonearm with an adjustable counterweight and anti-skate knob to keep your favorite vinyl records in top condition. The T1 record player also includes Victrola~s first high-performance moving magnetic cartridge, creating detailed clarity from your record collection with a wider frequency response and specified downforce. The built-in preamp allows connectivity to any amplifier for a completely customizable audio system. The Victrola Premiere M1 Bookshelf Monitors are sonically designed to complement the Victrola Premiere T1 Turntable for a vinyl listening experience that will take your collection to new highs. As a stand-alone bookshelf speaker system, wirelessly stream your favorite tunes via Bluetooth~ technology from your device. If you already have a turntable or any audio device you~d like to connect, the Victrola Premiere M1 monitor acoustic and aesthetic design will prove to elevate your overall listening experience. With beautiful design, proprietary technology, and high-end components, the Victrola Premiere T1 Turntable System delivers superior sound quality to create lifelong music memories in every home.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Victrola Premiere
By Christopher
Amazing. Beyond amazing. The sound is spectacular. It doesn't support 33 1/3, but honestly i don't care. You can't notice on most of my vinyls. My home is 3129 sq ft and you can hear it throughout the house. Trust me once you have it set up. Love at first site.
averageguy
Iowa
It does both 33 1/3 and 45
February 28, 2022
This has a switch in the back for both 33 1/3 and 45
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LG XBOOM 360. Welcome to Audio Panorama. XBOOM 360 plays all your audio in panorama. Fill your space with expansive, wide-reaching full circle sound. It's the new way to surround you and your friends with the music you love no matter where you are or what you're doing.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5Good sound, lousy technology/outdated
By WHinCT
Purchased with Flash Sale pricing. The sound is pretty good, built sturdy and overall unique design.
BUT - the app is weak at best, you must turn on the speaker every time, and then pair with your iPhone - the mobile app only turns the speaker off. The app is the worst part - you can't pair 2 units to create stereo like Bose or UE Megaboom, the music interface assumes only songs - so other than setting the EQ and lighting, I use it for streaming SiriusXM or Amazon Music and the playlists on my phone.
I'll keep it for the sound and lighting for the pool in the summertime, otherwise I'd return it.
Shame - good concept but based on outdated technology. Doubt the app will be updated to be like Bose - a serious miss to that for $400 you can't create true stereo like my Bose Revolve units and that app turns the speakers ON.
The LG sponsored You Tube video is misleading - you cannot pair 2 units into stereo as the person claims.
averageguy
Iowa
Twin mode
March 16, 2022
In the manual and on many reviews there is a "twin mode". There is a button you can push to set a speaker as main or other, and they will pair and sync.
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The Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot~Vacuum & Mop combines an ultra-powerful vacuum with Sonic Mopping for a complete clean from start to finish. Featuring Matrix Clean, the robot cleans in a precision grid taking multiple passes from multiple angles over debris ensuring no spots are missed on all your carpets and~floors. Using Matrix Clean, the vacuum delivers 30% better carpet cleaning*and 50% better stain cleaning** (*vs. RV2610WD single pass tested on level loop sand, **vs. RV2001WD). Engineered to pick up more pet hair with its self-cleaning brushroll, this robot vacuum leaves no cleaning detail unmet. It even cleans edges and corners with CleanEdge Technology using blasts of air to pull debris into its cleaning path. The robot's intelligent navigation features precision home mapping and object detection. With Precision Home Mapping, the robot uses it~s 360~ LiDAR vision quickly and accurately maps your home so your robot can methodically clean detecting and avoiding objects in its path, day, or night (*objects 4.5 inches or greater in its path), adapting to everyday changes in the home. When low on battery, the robot can return to its base, recharge, and pickup cleaning where it left off. Set a cleaning schedule, initiate on-demand cleaning, or activate Matrix Clean, all with sound of your voice using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Utilize the app to set custom carpet and no-go zones for complete control of where the robot cleans and doesn~t clean. This robot masterfully integrates powerful Shark(R) cleaning performance with intelligent navigation to give you the ultimate floor cleaning machine.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Good mop, vacuum combination
By averagetechguy
This is my 4th laser mapping robot vacuum i have purchased over the last 3 years. I use them once to twice weekly. I have found that laser guided ones like this are the way to go. I had one I owned briefly that I got for my basement that was a "bump and go" style (no laser mapping) and it was horrible, was not able to get half the floor done before re-docking because it spun in circles so much and ran the battery dead. It was returned. One of my 4 laser robots just didn't last. It was an off brand one that mapped and vacuumed superbly, but then the water tank started to leak bad and sidebrush died. What drew me to shark was it is similar to my current main one on my first floor. It mops and vacuums at the same time. My current basement unit (much like the one that died) I can only mop or vacuum. The water and dirt tanks interchange location. This one is unique to me because the water bin attaches to the back of dustbin. My other main unit has internal dustbin and water separate. That being said. This dustbin is comparable in size, the water bin maybe holds about the same amount also. My upstairs area I vacuum routinely is about 900 square feet, and this burned through about 60% battery life on vacuuming alone, 70 to 80% combined vacuumed mopping. I have about 100 square feet less if I mop due to a rug. Set up for this was easy. Download the shark app, login to your shark account (I have other products) or create an account, and follow instructions for wifi setup. All that went really well.
My learning curve was a bit off when I did the water tank. I did not realize it initially went over the dust bin. I found out looking at a book online, it was not clear in paper book provided, and after digging in application, I found they have instructions under the tiny i icon in the upper right corner undet fluid reservoir guide. I do find this frustrating it was not up front in print, but many apps are getting this way, burrying things in layers rather than more laid out at one time like reading a book page. You can't hide anything there. And can flip ahead and back easily. I guess I'm just old preferring a solid manual I can read ahead before using that us linear, not layered. That being said the app works well, it paired nicely, and you can change water and suction settings quickly, pause and find the robot ect… from it. The mapping was on par with all my other robots, layout map is just like my house. Thay being said, It did not show me tracking of what was done and what wasn't, so when I was out of the house I knew where it was so I didn't throw a door into it, or walk across a still wet floor coming in.
As for performance, vacuuming on regular setting did fair (combo of vinyl planking and carper), but it missed some stuff. I did not use the max setting yet, it likely would have done a bit better, but battery it may not have made my house in one time. I did mop and used eco setting on the vacuum. I had just vacuumed earlier in the day and that got the last of the other crumbs. I'm not sure if I left my 4 bedrooms on the first floor open this would make it on one charge. I estimate 1200 square feet are the limits to this one one charge, give or take what suction and water setting you use. Vacuuming, it seems powerful and got most things, some awkward bigger things it left, but second time it got. Mopping it got light dust footprints gone, but left a few spots of toothpaste that my boys got on the floor of their bathroom vinyl planking.
Overall, I'm not going to detract any points for not having tracking lines on progress as all my others have had with laser guided tracking. The performance and value are on par with other models like this. It is definitely a bit better than the one in my basement, but my main floor one's app and mapping and tracking are better, but performance and battery about the same. I would reccomend this item to others.
My learning curve was a bit off when I did the water tank. I did not realize it initially went over the dust bin. I found out looking at a book online, it was not clear in paper book provided, and after digging in application, I found they have instructions under the tiny i icon in the upper right corner undet fluid reservoir guide. I do find this frustrating it was not up front in print, but many apps are getting this way, burrying things in layers rather than more laid out at one time like reading a book page. You can't hide anything there. And can flip ahead and back easily. I guess I'm just old preferring a solid manual I can read ahead before using that us linear, not layered. That being said the app works well, it paired nicely, and you can change water and suction settings quickly, pause and find the robot ect… from it. The mapping was on par with all my other robots, layout map is just like my house. Thay being said, It did not show me tracking of what was done and what wasn't, so when I was out of the house I knew where it was so I didn't throw a door into it, or walk across a still wet floor coming in.
As for performance, vacuuming on regular setting did fair (combo of vinyl planking and carper), but it missed some stuff. I did not use the max setting yet, it likely would have done a bit better, but battery it may not have made my house in one time. I did mop and used eco setting on the vacuum. I had just vacuumed earlier in the day and that got the last of the other crumbs. I'm not sure if I left my 4 bedrooms on the first floor open this would make it on one charge. I estimate 1200 square feet are the limits to this one one charge, give or take what suction and water setting you use. Vacuuming, it seems powerful and got most things, some awkward bigger things it left, but second time it got. Mopping it got light dust footprints gone, but left a few spots of toothpaste that my boys got on the floor of their bathroom vinyl planking.
Overall, I'm not going to detract any points for not having tracking lines on progress as all my others have had with laser guided tracking. The performance and value are on par with other models like this. It is definitely a bit better than the one in my basement, but my main floor one's app and mapping and tracking are better, but performance and battery about the same. I would reccomend this item to others.
averageguy
Iowa
Update
January 12, 2023
Now that had this for several months, I would lower the score down to 4 or even 3. The last 3 time's I've had issues. First was ran out of water mopping, no warning it was gone, so nit sure what areas it missed, but it was bone dry, second to last time it's battery died with no warning, and I had mopping on medium vacuum medium, last time same thing. The difference on my first review Ii ran vacuum first on medium and it made my floor, mopped with low vacuum setting separately, did ok. The problem is it doesn't go home when battery is low like my other ones, it just dies. And then it doesn't have a progress map, where my other does, and when it does die it can go back and resume with a resume feature. This does not have it. It does a good job, possibly better than my other unit mopping, but cannot do my whole house like the others. Realistically I would lower to a 3 because I'm finding not having a saved progress to resume is a star off, second star is battery life.
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Play doesn~t end when the game does. You play games, play music, and play with friends. It~s who you are. All the time. That~s why we designed the G435 Headset for every aspect of your life. The combo of gaming-grade LIGHTSPEED wireless and Bluetooth give you the freedom to wirelessly connect to your PC, phone and other devices. Its 40 mm drivers deliver incredible sound while the dual beamforming mics eliminate the mic arm and background noise. Play never ends with G435.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Worst hearphones I’ve ever dealt with
By Ashd16
We purchased 2 of these for our kids for Christmas. It took forever to get them to connect just to update them. Forever to connect them to the Switch. And now the mic won’t even work for them in game. We tried everything. We are pretty tech savy people but we just cannot get these to work properly. Really wish they didn’t throw away the boxes so we could return them.
averageguy
Iowa
February 20, 2023
Yeah, these only work for sound on switches, it's an issue with the switch, not the mic or headphones, no brand does, 30 or 300 dollars. The switch isn't set up for wireless voice. If you purchase a 3rd party bluetooth to use, it will work for voice, but it's a pain to use for my kids.
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Own your space with the K585 Slim Multi-Device ~ an ultra-thin and design-forward keyboard perfect for simultaneously typing your ideas on your laptop and a text on your smartphone. Type across computers, tablets, and smartphones from one keyboard for one seamless workflow ~ with a built-in phone cradle for easier multitasking. The compact design integrates a number pad and media shortcuts, so you can work efficiently and comfortably in tight spaces. The quiet low-profile keys offer fluid, laptop-like typing, while an auto-sleep feature preserves battery life, so you can power through your work..
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5I wish I had found this sooner
By averagetechguy
I got this keyboard for my current at home office set up. With changes that were made during the pandemic I started working from home more and found myself at times using 2 to computers simultaneously for work. I have been making 2 keyboards and 2 mice work forever and then I saw this item and thought "Why didn't I look for something like this before?". I paired this with another logitech mouse that I have that does the same. This saves a lot of hassle and clears the desktop a bit. The thin design and full size keyboard are easy to use, but one thing I didn't notice until I got it home was they crammed the 4 arrows below the right side enter key. Being right handed I hit the space bar more with my right hand and they made the space bar shorter to accommodate, so my fingers have to relearn the layout a smidge from the home line. It's like my laptop's keyboard, so I have some muscle memory for it, and I fall I line in a short while. I like the thin design, stylish, but doesn't effect function, the angle it sets at is good. The typing is quiet and responsive. The built in device tray is ok, but I have a large Samsung galaxy note 20 ultra with a case on it and it just barely fits there. That's OK, because I don't need my phone like that in front of me, but I have tested it. That slot will likely be my pen slot, which will work good. I'm prone to lose them if I don't have a designated spot, and that is front and center handy. The dongle also worked well, no issues when I tried it. I use windows based systems for work, but I do have a chromebook I could try this with, and an iPad, and I'm sure it would work well with them also, I just havn't tried because I have this on what I'm going to use it for. This appears in the ballpark cost wise with comparable keyboards, and I chose this because logitech has been my standard mouse/keyboard supplier since the 90's. So I do reccomend this. I give it 5 stars, because like I noted above, the only fault is retraining my fingers to fall right with the moved arrow keys vs full standard keyboard.
averageguy
Iowa
5 stars
March 27, 2023
This should be 5 stars as I mentioned at the bottom of my original review, but it appears I must have accidentally toggled back to 3 stars. I will reach out and see if it can be changed. I like the keyboard and it does what it says.
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Start your morning with local news by using this GPX alarm clock radio. Its 1.8-inch green LED display lets you easily see the time from a distance, and its memory stores up to 10 AM and 10 FM presets. Choose between radio or buzzer tone when waking up with this GPX alarm clock radio.
If the power goes out, does the clock still keep time.
Yes it keeps time, the screen is not on though, but when the power comes back up, the time is still set, same with the alarms. You do have to add 2 aa batteries that are not included to have this feature and make sure they are kept fresh like smoke detectors, change at daylight savings time to assure they are staying charged.
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Maintain facial hair effectively with this cordless Panasonic ARC5 ELITE five-blade wet or dry electric shaver. The ultrafast motor delivers up to 70,000 cross-cuts per minute for quick shaving, while the flexible shaving head pivots in 16 different directions for a smooth shave. This Panasonic ARC5 ELITE five-blade wet or dry electric shaver has a waterproof design for durability, and the ergonomic handle adds comfort for seamless operation.
Maintain facial hair effectively with this cordless Panasonic ARC5 ELITE five-blade wet or dry electric shaver. The ultrafast motor delivers up to 70,000 cross-cuts per minute for quick shaving, while the flexible shaving head pivots in 16 different directions for a smooth shave. This Panasonic ARC5 ELITE five-blade wet or dry electric shaver has a waterproof design for durability, and the ergonomic handle adds comfort for seamless operation.
Maintain facial hair effectively with this cordless Panasonic ARC5 ELITE five-blade wet or dry electric shaver. The ultrafast motor delivers up to 70,000 cross-cuts per minute for quick shaving, while the flexible shaving head pivots in 16 different directions for a smooth shave. This Panasonic ARC5 ELITE five-blade wet or dry electric shaver has a waterproof design for durability, and the ergonomic handle adds comfort for seamless operation.
The new Victrola Premiere V1 Soundbar system is the best sounding and best-looking record player stereo system ever made. Designed to fit in your home, Victrola engineers have paid meticulous attention to the details, making listening to music a stylish, simple, and great sounding experience. The system pairs the V1 Stereo Turntable and S1 Subwoofer and includes powerful internal stereo speakers, Bluetooth~ streaming, TV connectivity, and a multi-function remote control. The V1 system sets up in minutes, takes up very little space, and sounds like a high-end stereo system. The V1 Soundbar System is sure to make lifelong music memories in your home. The V1 Soundbar System is the first of its kind to incorporate a premium turntable, powerful internal stereo speakers, and a wireless subwoofer to make listening to your music easier than ever. Simple to setup and operate, The V1 Soundbar System will fill an entire room with sound for an amazing audio experience previously possible only through costly, complex, and unattractive home stereo systems. The V1 Soundbar System~s turntable features patent-pending anti-vibration technology and wireless subwoofer for a crisp and clear listening experience without sacrificing volume of bass response that most often come with a traditional all-in-one record player solution. The metal platter, silicone slip mat, and uniquely designed dust cover create the perfect fusion of record protection and design, so your system can seamlessly integrate into any room in your home. The system also includes Victrola~s first high-performance moving magnetic cartridge, the VPC-190, and custom aluminum tone arm to recreate the dynamics of a high-end premium audio system with a wider frequency response and specified downforce. Wireless connectivity allows you to stream music to the built-in, custom tuned speakers from a Bluetooth-enabled device. You can also stream your favorite albums to an external Bluetooth speaker through our exclusive Vinyl StreamTM technology. The built-in optical port and included multi-function remote control instantly turn the system into a high-end, stylish television soundbar. With unique technology, meticulous design, and premium components, the Victrola V1 Soundbar System delivers unparalleled sound quality that will create lifelong music memories in every home.
As you use your phone throughout the day, you might be familiar with that nervous feeling as your battery power dips lower and lower. Thankfully, the Insignia NS-MWC12W1K 12 W USB Wall Charger has 12 W to quickly charge your smartphone or tablet. Its compact and durable body easily fits into a purse or pocket, and the simple black design matches your other accessories. This charger will keep your phone or tablet ready to go throughout the day or night.
Savor hyper-realistic entertainment with this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV. A combination of quantum dot and wide color gamut technologies boosts color and brightness. Motion Rate 480 keeps up with all the action, while local dimming zones deliver sharp contrast. ULED and PQ enhancing focus on the most important areas of picture quality for a vibrant, lifelike experience from this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV.
Savor hyper-realistic entertainment with this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV. A combination of quantum dot and wide color gamut technologies boosts color and brightness. Motion Rate 480 keeps up with all the action, while local dimming zones deliver sharp contrast. ULED and PQ enhancing focus on the most important areas of picture quality for a vibrant, lifelike experience from this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV.
Is this the Dual Cell Hisense that was featured in the 2020 CES?
Savor hyper-realistic entertainment with this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV. A combination of quantum dot and wide color gamut technologies boosts color and brightness. Motion Rate 480 keeps up with all the action, while local dimming zones deliver sharp contrast. ULED and PQ enhancing focus on the most important areas of picture quality for a vibrant, lifelike experience from this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV.
Can anyone tell me how the viewing angle is on this set? I don't see if it is an IPS panel which would, at the very least, usually indicate pretty good viewing angle. If anyone has real life experience it would be appreciated.
Savor hyper-realistic entertainment with this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV. A combination of quantum dot and wide color gamut technologies boosts color and brightness. Motion Rate 480 keeps up with all the action, while local dimming zones deliver sharp contrast. ULED and PQ enhancing focus on the most important areas of picture quality for a vibrant, lifelike experience from this Hisense 55-inch Quantum UHD TV.