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    August 4, 2018
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    February 18, 2019
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The Direct Connect GE Cync Smart LED Soft White Bulbs provide optimal daytime light and add smart control to any fixture. Each smart indoor light bulb is a dimmable bulb via the Cync App, powered by Savant, Alexa or the Google Home app, making it easy to dim the lights for any occasion. Use our soft white LED bulbs to set the perfect mood for dinner, working from home, movie night, and everything in between. Get added confidence with our smart WiFi bulbs by scheduling your lights so you never come home to a dark house. With the ability to control your lights away from home, these dimmable LED light bulbs provide the added convenience of controlling your lights while away on vacation. The smart WiFi light bulbs also allow voice control with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant smart home devices when your hands are full. These WiFi smart bulbs connect directly to a 2.4 GHz WiFi connection, no additional hardware needed.
 
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4
Handy and mostly dependable
on March 16, 2021
Posted by: Rathfulman
Verified Purchase:Yes
These are my first smart bulbs so I don't have anything to compare them to. We're enjoying the convenience (and the novelty). But occasionally Google Home will tell me a bulb is offline. This usually fixes itself after a while. The only explanation for this happening that I can think of is that the bulbs have to be added by, and maybe continued to be managed in the background by the GE app interfacing with GH. Maybe sometimes they don't feel like talking to each other.
Length of ownership: 54
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
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4 out of 5
4
Ease of Use
4 out of 5
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The Lenovo Smart Clock Essential is the ultimate smart clock for any room. With a big & bold display you can check out the time from across the room, whether in the kitchen, in the living room or on a shelf. Talk to Google for hands-free help. From checking the time and weather, setting timers for cooking, adding items to your shopping list or making hands-free calls, the Lenovo Smart Clock Essential is here to help you be more productive and take back time. It~s also a great night-time companion with its built-in nightlight that provides a small source of light without waking up the whole family. No more stumbling around in the dark when searching for things. Listen to music, news, podcasts, and more with the clock~s quality speakers. Control over 40,000 compatible smart devices from over 5,000 brands. Ask Google to set the temperature, dim the lights, and more. Just say ~Hey Google.~
 
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2 out of 5
2
Spontaneously loses network connection
on March 5, 2021
Posted by: Rathfulman
Verified Purchase:Yes
First, there are two Lenovo Smart Clocks -- or used to be. I bought the Smart Clock with Google Assistant for my wife, and it's been great. I got this one, the Smart Clock Essential, for myself, and ... not so great. It has fewer options and capabilities than the earlier model. I wouldn't mind that, as I don't use the alarm options much anyway and the old model is no longer available. But this one also loses its connection to my network at least every couple of days. It's not my network's fault -- Google Wi-Fi is great. I'm just getting tired of expecting this clock to be part of my Google Home and being told it's stepped out for a while.
Length of ownership: 42
Mobile Submission: false
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
2 out of 5
2
Value
2 out of 5
2
Ease of Use
2 out of 5
2
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Control your satellite system, TV and DVD player with this Dish 54.0 voice remote. A handy backlight activates with movement in the dark, making buttons visible automatically. Pair with three different devices simultaneously to cut down on separate remote clutter. This Dish 54.0 voice remote features customizable diamond and double-diamond buttons for launching specific functions quickly.
 
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Works well, but durability may be an issue
on March 5, 2021
Posted by: Rathfulman
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The Dish remote is pretty well-thought-out and it does everything it's supposed to. It's not as intuitive as the TiVo remote we used to use, but ... that works only with TiVo. My only complaint is that we had to buy another one. The first one lasted a couple of years, then stopped working with the DVR, but only some of the time. You would suspect weak batteries, but that's when I found out that the slider that opens the battery compartment is small and fragile, and wouldn't completely disengage so I could open the back. After prying it open a couple of times to try new batteries, which didn't fix the problem reliably, we ordered the replacement.
Length of ownership: 47
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
3 out of 5
3
Quality
3 out of 5
3
Value
4 out of 5
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Upgrade your computer gaming experience with this 27-inch Lenovo monitor. A gently curved screen boosts immersion by engaging your peripheral vision, and the adjustable stand lets you get a comfortable angle for your gameplay. The 144Hz refresh rate provides seamlessly fluid visuals. This 27-inch Lenovo monitor boasts a Full HD resolution that brings your games to life.
 
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5
Doing exactly what I need at a good price
on January 18, 2021
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Like many people, I started working from home in early 2020 because of the virus. I have two monitors at my office, and I use them simultaneously for working from multiple documents or sites. My workspace at home doesn't have the same amount of space as my office desk, so I got a single wider, curved monitor to take the place of two. I'm still getting used to working on a single split screen (and I'm still figuring out strategies for doing it efficiently), but this monitor is just right for that purpose. Performance is very good and eye strain isn't a problem.
Length of ownership: 27
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
4 out of 5
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Quality
5 out of 5
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Value
5 out of 5
5
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Get a new digital helper with this interactive Google Nest Hub device. Its 7-inch touch-screen display lets you view today's reminders, stream videos and watch your smart security camera's footage through Google Assistant. The built-in speakers and microphones of this Google Nest Hub device have far-field voice recognition for convenient hands-free control.
 
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No camera. Other than that, love it!
on December 27, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
We gave this as a Christmas gift for my 92-year-old father (after breaking him in on a couple of Google Home Minis). He's still getting to know it, but he's impressed with what it will do. We got it free in a promotion when we bought a Google Nest Wi-Fi system -- which is fantastic. If we'd been buying a display we might have upgraded to the larger model with the camera so Dad can video call. We'll save that for next year.
Length of ownership: 29
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
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Value
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Don~t let their small size fool you: This Energizer 1620 Lithium Coin 3-Volt Battery delivers big time on long-lasting, dependable power for your coin-battery-operated items. From heart rate or glucose monitors, to remotes, keyless entry systems, key fobs, watches, toys and games, and even more specialized devices, our coin batteries are compatible with the devices that fit your life, so you can keep going. These reliable and durable Energizer Coin Lithium Batteries are able to withstand a wide range of temperatures (from -22~ to 140~ F) and can hold power in storage for up to eight years, giving you coin battery power you can depend on. Responsibly designed with zero mercury, it~s easy to see why Energizer Lithium Coin Batteries are the right choice for your specialty devices.
 
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As good as any
on December 27, 2020
Posted by: Rathfulman
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not much to say, really. It's a battery and it works. It's holding its charge well. Is it better than others? Difficult to say, but I was having trouble finding this particular battery, and Best Buy had it. I appreciate that.
Length of ownership: 28
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
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Value
5 out of 5
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Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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The Apple USB-C-to-USB Adapter lets you connect iOS devices and many of your USB accessories to a MacBook with a USB-C port. Plug the USB-C end of the adapter into the USB-C port on your MacBook, and then connect your flash drive, camera or other standard USB device.
 
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Good, overpriced product
on December 27, 2020
Posted by: Rathfulman
Verified Purchase:Yes
It works fine. No problems. But like many cable/jack items, it costs more than it should. $19 for a little pigtail that cost pennies to make is irritating.
Length of ownership: 28
Mobile Submission: false
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
2 out of 5
2
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Enjoy smart TV navigation with this Logitech K600 TV keyboard. Its precision touch pad makes browsing the web and searching for your favorite movies more user-friendly. This Logitech K600 TV keyboard connects wirelessly to smart TVs from up to 15m away, so you can relax comfortably in your recliner while selecting shows.
 
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Good keyboard for smart TV
on December 21, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I wanted an extra keyboard to use with the smart TV. This was a good choice. Compact but usable, with a pretty good touchpad. I wish it was backlit, but this price was good, and it's Logitech.
Length of ownership: 31
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Quality
5 out of 5
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Value
4 out of 5
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Nest Wifi blankets your whole home in fast, reliable Wi-Fi.* With up to 5400 sq. ft. of coverage, it automatically updates itself to get new features and help your network stay safe. And Nest Wifi points have a speaker with the Google Assistant for extra help around the house.
 
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Pricey but worth it
on December 21, 2020
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I'm very impressed. I had a not inexpensive Linksys ACS1900 that was only a couple of years old, but it was getting grouchy, dropping connections for no reason. A factory reset didn't fix it, so I started over with the Next system. It's something of a revelation. I need to serve two buildings, including the guest house, which is 15 yards across the back yard from the main house. This system with two add-on points handles it all. Set up was typically Google-easy, and it hasn't lost any devices once since then. Pricey but worth it.
Length of ownership: 28
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Quality
5 out of 5
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Value
4 out of 5
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Extend the reach of wired devices with this 10-foot Cordinate extension cord. It has three grounded plugs to power multiple devices, and it has a low-profile design, so you can use it in areas where space is limited. This Cordinate extension cord is jacketed in durable woven fabric to prevent tangles.
 
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Well-made and durable
on November 23, 2020
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I bought this cord to use in an area that it's, ummm ... probably not recommended for. Let's just say it's under a roof but not exposed to air conditioning and leave it at that. (Don't try this at home.) Anyway, almost a year later it's holding up well in Arizona, but, y'know, it's a dry heat.
Length of ownership: 316
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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4 out of 5
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Ease of Use
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You know that awful feeling right before you pick up a dropped phone~you~re left hoping the screen isn~t cracked or device damaged. With the Lively LV-SMRTGLS Glass Screen Protector for Jitterbug Smart3, you won~t have to worry about your screen being broken. Its 9H hardness rating protects your screen from everyday accidental scratches and drops. Thin .33 mm glass fits most cases, so you can keep your current case. This screen protector won~t affect the sensitivity of your touchscreen, so you can easily scroll or play games on your phone. Plus, it~s easy to install without bubbles. Now you can enjoy your Jitterbug Smart3 smartphone while keeping your screen protected from everyday damage.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Excellent fit for the Jitterbug Smart2
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If you have a Jitterbug Smart2, it's likely in the hands of a senior. (And it's an excellent choice for that; highly recommended.) Seniors seem to be more careful with their tech -- maybe because they're a bit afraid of it -- so maybe you don't need this. But if you decide you do, it has an excellent fit, it's easy to install and it may give your senior a little more confidence handling their phone.
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June 17, 2022
That review should have said Jitterbug Smart3, not 2.
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In emergencies big or small, press the button on the Lively Mobile Plus medical alert to get help 24/7. The Lively Mobile Plus gives you one-button access to Lively services and the Lively caring team. The enhanced GPS technology tracks user location and the optional Fall Detection can detect falls and automatically call Lively Urgent Response in the event of a fall, keeping you safe at home or on the go.
 

what is the device size and weight?

Here are the specs from Lively's site.
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Introducing Logitech MX Master 3S ~ an iconic mouse remastered. Designed for designers and engineered for coders, now with Quiet Clicks and 8K DPI any-surface tracking for more feel and performance than ever before. It~s ergonomic silhouette is crafted to support your palm and fingers and allows you to work comfortably for hours across multiple computers and operating systems in one fluid workflow. With MX Master 3S, you can truly master what you make.
 

Is this smaller than the other model?

It's one of the larger mouses I've used, but it fits my hand perfectly. Very comfortable.
3 years, 9 months ago
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Introducing Logitech MX Master 3S ~ an iconic mouse remastered. Designed for designers and engineered for coders, now with Quiet Clicks and 8K DPI any-surface tracking for more feel and performance than ever before. It~s ergonomic silhouette is crafted to support your palm and fingers and allows you to work comfortably for hours across multiple computers and operating systems in one fluid workflow. With MX Master 3S, you can truly master what you make.
 

Is the dongle a "unifying receiver?

A note on the box says, "Not compatible with Logitech Unifying USB Receiver technology." So it's a standard dongle. But I connected mine with Bluetooth anyway.
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Introducing Logitech MX Master 3S ~ an iconic mouse remastered. Designed for designers and engineered for coders, now with Quiet Clicks and 8K DPI any-surface tracking for more feel and performance than ever before. It~s ergonomic silhouette is crafted to support your palm and fingers and allows you to work comfortably for hours across multiple computers and operating systems in one fluid workflow. With MX Master 3S, you can truly master what you make.
 

Can I use it ONLY with Bluetooth connection (without a USB connected piece)?

Yes, it gives you that option.
3 years, 9 months ago
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Now work can be just as fun as play, thanks to the world~s first QLED Chromebook ever. Feast your eyes as you dive into your favorite past times or present your next big idea with a larger-than-life color display that~s more vibrant than ever before. With the power and speed of next-generation Intel Celeron processing, the Galaxy Chromebook 2 is powered up and ready for everyone, from the early morning tasks-master to the late-night studier. Plus, add in a sleek, compact design, and a battery that works around the clock ~ it~s simple to see the Galaxy Chromebook 2 has everything you need to stay in the moment, and still stay connected.
 

Does this have a HDMI port? How many USB ports?

Two USB-C ports. No HDMI. I use a HyperDrive 5-port USB-C hub to connect to two external monitors and it works great.
4 years ago
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Type on your Chromebook or smartphone for effortless multitasking with this Logitech slim wireless keyboard. The built-in easy switch lets you pair and alternate multiple devices quickly, while the slim keys offer a comfortable, quiet typing experience. This Bluetooth-enabled Logitech slim wireless keyboard includes an auto-sleep feature that is activated when you're not typing to ensure long battery life.
 

Is this keyboard a standard length?

The keys are a standard size, but they're close together and there's no wasted space between them, so the full keyboard seems more compact than a traditional desktop keyboard. It's just under 15".
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Upgrade your computer gaming experience with this 27-inch Lenovo monitor. A gently curved screen boosts immersion by engaging your peripheral vision, and the adjustable stand lets you get a comfortable angle for your gameplay. The 144Hz refresh rate provides seamlessly fluid visuals. This 27-inch Lenovo monitor boasts a Full HD resolution that brings your games to life.
 

Does it come with a US electric socket thing? I've read reviews saying that it came with a different plug, so does it come with a standard one for the US?

Yes, it's standard U.S.
5 years, 5 months ago
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Heat up meals quickly with this 1.6 cu. ft. Panasonic Cyclonic Wave microwave oven. The power levels adjust automatically to ensure consistency, and the patented inverter technology enhances precision to prevent hot spots or uneven defrosting. This Panasonic Cyclonic Wave microwave oven has an interactive menu screen for customized cooking every time.
 

Is the plug on model NN-SN77HS straight or angled? It is a deep model and if the plug is straight it makes it sit deeper on the counter. If not angled, do any other inverter models have an angled plug?

It's straight, and protrudes about 2.25" from the wall. I don't know about other models.
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Maintain the high-quality output of your monochrome laser printer with this Brother high-yield toner cartridge. It lets you produce up to 3,000 pages of consistently sharp, crisp prints, providing lasting supply for bulk printing. This Brother high-yield toner cartridge is compatible with select compact, multifunction and all-in-one laser printer models.
 

Does this print cartridge dry out or go bad if you don't use it quickly enough...or good for a long time? I am avoiding ink jet because unused cartridges go bad in printer.

I've used laser printers for a long time and I've never had a toner cartridge dry out. The toner is a powder so it's dry anyway. I haven't had an ink jet printer in years, but family members have, and you're right, the cartridges dry out or the nozzles get gummed up with age. And they're ridiculously expensive. Laser is the way to go.
7 years, 3 months ago
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Make everyday life easier with this 10-inch Lenovo Smart Display. Its built-in Google Assistant responds quickly to your voice commands, whether you need to check your morning commute or bring up a recipe, and the brilliant Full HD touch screen offers a colorful, crisp view. This Lenovo Smart Display lets you catch up with family and friends using video chat.
 

If we have the Lenovo Smart Display and my son has an I-pad would we be able to video chat as long as we both have Google Duo installed?

Yes. My daughters and I have done the same. It's great.
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