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- First reviewJuly 29, 2018
- Last reviewJune 12, 2026
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- First review commentSeptember 5, 2019
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Enjoy added control over your home with this Google Pixel stand. It connects your phone to Nest devices during charging for convenient home monitoring, and it can turn your device into a digital photo frame for reviewing favorite images. This Google Pixel stand has alarm functionality to gradually lighten your room in the morning.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Wireless Charger!
on January 8, 2021
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
Made by Google for your Google Pixel! Works perfectly with Google Assistant and not as fast charging as a cable, but works well and looks awesome!
Length of ownership: 11
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Easily add funds to your account for PlayStation Network (PSN) to use towards anything from PlayStation Store~s (PS Store) huge library of content, including: PlayStation Plus (PS Plus) subscription* with online multiplayer access, games every month, exclusive discounts and more. Games, Virtual currency and add-ons, and more.
Customer Rating
5
Gift for Gamers!
on January 1, 2021
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
Excellent choice of gift for anyone who plays on a PlayStation 4 or 5!! My Grandsons loved it!
Length of ownership: 9
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get the most out of your new Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max with Symmetry Series+ with MagSafe. This slim case shows off your iPhone~s sleek design and is thoughtfully developed to interact with Apple~s new innovative MagSafe system ~ bringing a new level of interactivity to your iPhone. All of your phone~s buttons, features and functions work flawlessly, while durable protection shields against drops, bumps and fumbles. Additionally, a silver-based antimicrobial additive is integrated into the case that helps inhibit microbial growth and defends the case exterior against many common bacteria. And, the one-piece design is easy to install. Go about your life with confidence your phone is protected, without sacrificing an ounce of style.
Customer Rating
3
Not Good Enough
on December 18, 2020
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
Yes, it works with your mag safe charger. Yes, it's a pretty pink color. No, it doesn't seem very protective if you drop your phone. Yes, at 59.99, it's way overpriced. There are just much better cases out there, like the OtterBox Defender and the Mous case. Yes, I returned it.
Length of ownership: 10
Mobile Submission: false
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
3
Value
1
Ease of Use
3
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HyperX Cloud Stinger is the ideal headset for gamers looking for lightweight comfort, superior sound quality and added convenience. At just 275 grams, it~s comfortable on your neck and its ear cups rotate in a 90-degree angle for a better fit. Its 50mm directional drivers position sound directly into the ear for audio precision and gaming-grade sound quality. For ultimate comfort in prolonged gaming sessions, it features high-quality HyperX signature memory foam. Its adjustable steel slider, intuitive volume control on headset ear cup and swivel-to-mute noise-cancellation microphone make it easy to use and multi-platform compatibility lets you enjoy the same comfort and enhanced audio experience on PCs or consoles.
Customer Rating
5
Good Reliable Headset!
on November 13, 2020
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
Excellent headset at a reasonable price, purchased for my Grandson to use with his Nintendo Switch. He's very happy playing with it and so am I because it keeps him busy when he's not doing homework!
Length of ownership: 25
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Quality
5
Value
5
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The HyperX Cloud II was built to be an ultra-comfortable gaming headset with amazing sound. We put a lot of thought into the details of our HyperX signature memory foam, the premium leatherette, clamping force, and weight distribution to create a headset that~s comfortable through long gaming sessions. It~s no wonder that it~s become the preferred gaming headset for millions of gamers. Whether you want to focus on the competition or relax with some of your favorite games, there~s a Cloud that~s perfect for you.
Customer Rating
5
Great Headset!
on November 1, 2020
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a great headset for computer gaming or PS4! Purchased for my Grandson and he loves it!
Length of ownership: 13
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Quality
5
Value
5
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The most advanced Samsung smartwatch is now also the most stylish. The Galaxy Watch3 combines powerful technology with a premium, customizable design so you can manage the day-today from your wrist, beautifully. No matter where life takes you, connect to your favorite apps from your wrist via Bluetooth. Keep an eye on wellness with advanced health monitoring, and go for days without charging.
Customer Rating
5
Awesome Android Watch!
on September 18, 2020
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought this the Galaxy 3 Watch to match up with my Note 20 Ultra 5G! Great pair, I keep track of my fitness, messages, phone calls, eBay, etc.! It's beautiful in Mystic Bronze, but I did buy a Spigen Bezel Cover and have tempered glass on the watch screen for protection at work. I love the watch and would recommend it for any Android user!
Length of ownership: 26
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Accessorize your iPhone 11 Pro Max with this Griffin Survivor Endurance case. The TPU construction and FortiCore technology disperse shock, while the ultra-thin design maintains the sleek appearance of your device. This Griffin Survivor Endurance case has textured sides for a comfortable grip, and the responsive, tactile buttons offer easy operation.
Customer Rating
5
REALLY Nice Case!
on June 17, 2020
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
I wanted to change my iPhone's look and saw a couple videos promoting the protection that the Griffin cases offer, and I liked the cute look of this baby pink case. It fits perfectly, has a nice feel and good grip in your hand and I really like it!
Length of ownership: 7
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
4
Ease of Use
5
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Get more done faster with an LG ultra-large-capacity washer featuring TurboWash 360 technology. Simplify your laundry to-do list and access key LG washer features remotely using ThinQ technology. The LG 3900 Series doesn't just save you time - it helps you breathe a little easier with an AAFA (Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America) certified washer that uses the power of steam to gently remove over 95% of common household allergens.
Customer Rating
5
Best gas washer!
on June 12, 2020
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have started switching from Samsung to LG for all my appliances, This LG washer works better than any Samsung washer I’ve owned.
Length of ownership: 56
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Enjoy fast online streaming with this NVIDIA SHIELD TV media player. The 4K HDR capability provides visual quality, while Dolby Atmos and DTS-X surround sound offer an immersive watching and listening experience. This NVIDIA SHIELD TV media player supports unlimited applications for movies, shows, games and music of your choosing, providing endless entertainment. GeForce NOW instantly transforms SHIELD TV into a powerful PC gaming rig. Play over 1000+ titles and nearly 100 of the biggest free to play games. The new GeForce NOW RTX 3080 membership unlocks GeForce RTX 3080 gaming servers in 4K HDR, with shorter wait times and longer session lengths, with RTX ON including ray tracing and DLSS graphics for supported games.
Customer Rating
5
BEST Streaming device available!
on June 12, 2020
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
Absolute the best at streaming movies whether you are iPhone or Android. No competition!
Length of ownership: 30
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Step up your game with the precision of this Corsair K70 RGB MK.2 gaming keyboard. Featuring CHERRY MX mechanical switches, this keyboard offers responsive keystrokes with satisfying tactile feedback for faster, more accurate gameplay. This Corsair K70 RGB MK.2 gaming keyboard offers reliable durability and an impressive lifespan with a rugged, lightweight aluminum frame.
Customer Rating
5
It's a Beauty!
on May 9, 2020
Posted by: Pinhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
I really love this Corsair keyboard for it's ease in typing and the gorgeous effects you can achieve using the ICUE software from Corsair.
Length of ownership: 8
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Quality
5
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5
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Enjoy a next-level entertainment and communication experience with this unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note10+ smartphone. The quad HD+ Dynamic Infinity Display delivers crisp visuals while watching movies, and the 4300 mAh battery offers up to 74 hours of audio playback time. This Samsung Galaxy Note10+ smartphone has a pro-grade camera for capturing photos and videos of important moments, and S Pen support provides accurate gesture functions.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5A flagship phone worth of the price
By omegafiler
SMARTPHONE INTRO
I've been buying the latest and greats smartphones since the early HTC days and have owned just about every significant Samsung smartphone release since then. Every year I will stray over to other manufacturers to see what the big and small players are up to. Most, but not all of the time, I find myself right back to my Samsung phone as the daily driver. Which is usually a Note. Now that Samsung has released another Note series for an increasingly high price, let's see how it does. In particular against my Note 9 that it's replacing.
PROS:
+ Excellent build quality
+ The high-resolution OLED display somehow looks even better than before
+ Superfast performance; zero lag
+ Much improved speakers that you can *feel*
+ The bezels continue to disappear; nearly all-screen
+ Core functions, such as phone calls, still work great
+ Lots of internal storage + expandable storage
+ Generous battery that truely lasts all-day
+ Fast wired and wireless charging for those very heavy phone usage days
+ The ever-useful stylus continues to evolve
+ 3 Camera Lenses for any scenario
+ Great picture & video quality with some useful features
+ Excellent build quality
+ The high-resolution OLED display somehow looks even better than before
+ Superfast performance; zero lag
+ Much improved speakers that you can *feel*
+ The bezels continue to disappear; nearly all-screen
+ Core functions, such as phone calls, still work great
+ Lots of internal storage + expandable storage
+ Generous battery that truely lasts all-day
+ Fast wired and wireless charging for those very heavy phone usage days
+ The ever-useful stylus continues to evolve
+ 3 Camera Lenses for any scenario
+ Great picture & video quality with some useful features
CONS:
- Hole punch camera is distracting
- The in-screen fingerprint reader takes a few steps back from the physical sensor
- RIP headphone jack
- Price keeps going up
- Hole punch camera is distracting
- The in-screen fingerprint reader takes a few steps back from the physical sensor
- RIP headphone jack
- Price keeps going up
DESIGN
Compared to the Galaxy Note 9, the Galaxy Note 10+ feels much more substantial than I expected. It has more heft and somehow even more solid feel to it. In particular with the Samsung OEM cases. Which are also expensive, but continue the high-quality impression of what you are holding in the hand.
The left side has the volume up/down and power button. The bottom is USB-C port and stylus holder. The rest of the phone is fairly clean and simple. I prefer power on the right, but it's easy enough to get used to after a few hours. I opted for the white version to mix things up and I like it. It still provides a nice high-end look all while resisting visible fingerprints (and probably scratches) than most darker and shinier colors.
Even with a 6.8" display, it's still roughly the same size as the Note 9. There is now simply less bezel. But due to the squared corners, it never feels small. If you aren't already used to large phones, this will take some getting used to. And as manufacturers continue to slowly push the size of phones combined with no more bezels to shrink, this is probably about as large as I expect a mainstream phone to go. Any further and folks are going to have issues.
SOFTWARE
Long ago this used to be Samsung's weakest point. They'd throw lots of half-baked features with no optimization, resulting in lots of lag and bloat. Those days are long gone. Samsung nailed that down with the Galaxy S9/Note 9 series. Except with the Note 10, it's even faster, and smoother. Which I suspect much credit goes toward the Snapdragon 855.
I should note that I am a fan of Google's Android Experience. But every time I jump over to a Google phone (or another brand), I immediately start to miss all of the small but very useful features Samsung has built into their phone. The game launcher, scene optimizer, multiple lenses, display quality, high-end specs, etc.
And honestly, after easily disabling Bixby, there isn't that much bloat. Disable/Remove a few random apps like Facebook and I'm good to go.
PERFORMANCE
As noted above, the performance is absolutely fantastic. Usually while going through initial setup or installing apps, these phones tend to get very laggy. This was probably the only time I saw a hint of lag, but surprisingly minimal. In that, I could easily and quickly perform other tasks while downloading and installing apps, games, music, etc.
Each year as performance increases, the need for synthetic benchmarks decrease. I think they still serve a purpose in limited use-cases for a "reliable" baseline. But today, I'm not going to bother. This phone is fast and can do everything you want.
DISPLAY & AUDIO
The 6.8" WQHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display combined with some significantly improved speakers are simply the best upgrades from previous phones. Watching high-resolution content on YouTube or Netflix look and sound fantastic. I found myself glued to the screen during my demo session with various clips.
Even the icons on the desktop almost pop from the screen. As though they are right there touching your fingers.
The speakers finally have some force behind them as well. Allowing you to "feel" the vibrations in your hand. And yes, they are quite loud. With Atmos-enabled they provide a great stereo separation effect.
I'll also mention there is an included screen protected. It's very thin but it's quite unobtrusive. I usually remove these. But since it virtually covers the entire screen and provides a smooth swiping experience, I'll leave it for now.
And last I'll briefly mention the hole punch as it does have a negative impact with the multimedia experience. Anytime there is a bright scene around that area, my eyes are immediately drawn to it. This needs go away sooner rather than later.
CAMERAS
As the camera count increases, so too does the usefulness, functionality, and flexibility. The rear now has a 16MB ultra-wide camera, 12MP wide-angle camera (normal), and 12MP telephoto camera. The introduction of wide-angle is super useful and one I use very often. Each camera captures excellent pictures.
I told my Pixel 3 and don't have it for comparison today. Are there better cameras available? I'm sure there are. But unless you are really comparing back-to-back, I doubt you'd notice. In particular, if you like to record video. That's one area the Pixel and some other phones don't do as well. The stability and clarity when recording 4K @ 60fp is excellent. Combined with solid audio recording and you've got a great overall camera package.
I'm not into selfies, but that 10MP camera is somewhat mandatory these days. It's unfortunate it has resulted in a small but very noticeable hole in the screen. Which as noted above, is absolutely noticeable. In either case, it takes solid pictures as well. No complaints there.
FINGERPRINT READER
Unfortunately, there is another negative feature change. With the Galaxy Note 9, and virtually every other phone with a physical reader, you can just rest your finger and quickly unlock/wake your phone. With Samsung's implementation of the in-screen reader, you have to press firmly and wait a second for it to register. And if it doesn't read your fingerprint right away, it may be a few seconds or repeated attempts.
If the screen is turned on, it does tend to be quicker. But you still need to press firmly and wait longer than in the past. I'm really hoping a software update improves this. Otherwise, I may just go back to the power button and a pin.
DEX & "MY PHONE"
There are a lot of other software features, but I did want to highlight these two as they are unique and stand out for me. I got used to Dex with my last Samsung phone. And there continue to be minor but useful improvements. Dex is surprisingly useful if you want to do some light work. When I'm on-the-go I can easily plug in a USB-C to HDMI cable, Bluetooth keyboard/mouse and have a portable desktop experience.
I've got personal and work e-mail, browser, youtube, office apps, and a range of other tools. I don't need to do video or photo editing on the go. And I found this can meet just about any task I need or want to do while traveling. This is a little more useful on a tablet, but in a different way, as the keyboard is already included. Less to travel with.
And then there is the new My Phone feature. This is a little more "early stage" in development, but still handy. Just plug in a USB cable to any Windows PC and you can mirror what's on your phone. You also have direct access to messages, but the mirror function is nice. You can interact with your phone, on the PC. All while charging it.
I'd like to see more dedicated ports into this app. But being able to see and respond to any notification is great. Just don't expect to play games or smoothly stream youtube.
THE PHONE
That's right, this is still a phone. And as such, it needs to make phone calls! And other core functions. As I use this for both personal and work, this is a critical of but often overlooked feature. While it may feel like more of a check-box item, I've had more than a few phones of the years that still fail in this arena.
I'm pleased to report that phone calls and text are excellent. Speakerphone works well. No issues with hearing anybody and vice versa. The radios appear to be good quality. Bluetooth is reliable as well as wi-fi, which is very fast. I'm easily pushing 300-400Mbps up/down with my Google Mesh Wireless network.
CONCLUSION
So how exactly do you justify a $1,100 phone? Honestly, you really don't justify it. At least not in the traditional sense. My Note 9 would have continued to serve me well for another year. But we buy these phones because they're interesting, they entertain us, and they make life a little bit easier. And considering the significant percentage of time many of us spend on these portable gadgets, it starts to make sense that we want to allocate more budget towards them.
While it's not perfect (no phone is), I still believe Samsung has enough features, functionality, quality, and performance for me to "justify" the Galaxy Note 10+'s price and keep it as my daily driver for another year. I'll still grab a few more phones that intrigue me between now and the Note 11, but I'd be surprised if they truly replaced this one. If they can, I'd welcome it.
Pinhead
September 5, 2019
Thanks for your excellent, well-written reviews. I agree with 100% of your observations having bought every new Note, had a Pixel 3 XL and also those iPhones! Once you disable Bixby and tweak your settings, the Note 10+ is virtually perfect! The Pixels are so underpowered it's pathetic and Google will charge a premium for them, so I traded my Pixel 3 XL in for the Note 10. As always, the iPhones are superbly made (hardware and software) but they always lag behind the features and power of the high-end Androids. I enjoy them and then get sick of them!
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Designed to meet the needs of small offices, the MAXIFY GX7020 delivers high-quality, low-cost printing, and outstanding wireless connectivity. Get serious print productivity with a high page yield of up to 6,000 Black / 14,000 Color pages per full ink bottle set7 and a combined 600 sheet plain paper capacity. Save up to 80% on the cost of ink compared to high-yield laser cartridges with a low cost per print of less than 2 cents per page.7 Each printer comes with a full set of ink, plus 2 bonus black ink bottles, and a 3-year or 80,000 pages* limited warranty so you can print with confidence. The MAXIFY GX7020 is easy to setup and maintain and delivers superior versatility thanks to an auto document feeder for scanning, copying, and faxing~ plus, print on a variety of media types and sizes, including labels, envelopes, and banners. Produce crisp, colorful documents quickly and cost-effectively thanks to fast print speeds and a 4-color pigment-based ink system. Connectivity is paramount with the GX7020, easily connect and print through high-speed USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly8 from computers or mobile devices.
Enjoy accurate, realistic sound with this black Bowers & Wilkins floor speaker. Its two bass drivers deliver thumping low frequencies, and the Carbon Dome tweeter and midrange driver offer commanding, studio-quality audio. This Bowers & Wilkins floor speaker integrates into your living space and entertainment system for seamless sound production with a frequency range of 48Hz - 28kHz.
Get legendary phone protection from a sleek case designed to work with~s MagSafesystem. OtterBox Defender Series Pro XT for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 12 Pro Max is a streamlined version of the classic with added antimicrobial case defense.* Even though it~s trimmed down in size, we increased its drop protection. Everything rugged and reliable in phone protection is woven throughout this thin case. And, it integrates a silver-based antimicrobial additive into the case that helps inhibit microbial growth and defends the case exterior against many common bacteria. Mixing the additive into the case materials ensures it keeps protecting your case 24/7/365 and outlasts heavy use. The premium rugged design displays clean lines with a comfortable grip that guards your phone against serious drops, dirt, scrapes and bumps. Plus, the raised edge offers added camera and screen defense. Ready for anything, OtterBox~s best defense just got better ~ Defender Series Pro XT. Model 77-84663.
The most advanced Samsung smartwatch is now also the most stylish. The Galaxy Watch3 combines powerful technology with a premium, customizable design so you can manage the day-today from your wrist, beautifully. No matter where life takes you, connect to your favorite apps from your wrist via Bluetooth. Keep an eye on wellness with advanced health monitoring, and go for days without charging.
The most advanced Samsung smartwatch is now also the most stylish. The Galaxy Watch3 combines powerful technology with a premium, customizable design so you can manage the day-today from your wrist, beautifully. No matter where life takes you, connect to your favorite apps from your wrist via Bluetooth. Keep an eye on wellness with advanced health monitoring, and go for days without charging.
The most advanced Samsung smartwatch is now also the most stylish. The Galaxy Watch3 combines powerful technology with a premium, customizable design so you can manage the day-today from your wrist, beautifully. No matter where life takes you, connect to your favorite apps from your wrist via Bluetooth. Keep an eye on wellness with advanced health monitoring, and go for days without charging.
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