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- First reviewDecember 16, 2018
- Last reviewJanuary 15, 2026
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Dependable storage for your favorite devices, wherever you go - that's what the Crucial X9 Portable SSD offers. With lots of space for all yoru favorite photos, videos, games and more, the Crucial X9 gives you speedy file transfers and compatibility with PCs, Macs, tablets, gaming consoles and Android phones, making it the perfect plug-and-play storage solution
Customer Rating
5
Excellent for system backups!
on July 10, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I use this external drive to make image backups of
my laptop drive while traveling. It is a very compact and
solid little drive. It is also very fast. It is a quality item at
a budget price!
my laptop drive while traveling. It is a very compact and
solid little drive. It is also very fast. It is a quality item at
a budget price!
Length of ownership: 245
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Quality
5
Value
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Designed with 299Wh capacity and charging up to 6 devices at once, the Anker SOLIX 522 is a best portable battery powered generator to power your 99% consumer electronics like cell phone, laptop, drones, fan, TV and etc when you are in on-the-go off grid adventures(camping, tailgating, RV road trip , gateway) or as an emergency home backup if the electricity goes out unexpectedly. As a portable power station, it weighs only 8.6 pounds, making it a breeze to carry around.
Customer Rating
5
"Activate" the power station before using!
on July 10, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
Before talking about this great power station, let me alert
you to instructions you need to follow to the letter. At the
bottom of page 2 of the manual you are instructed to
charge the power station to 100% before using. Mine
arrived at about 80%, so I ignored the instructions and then spent a half hour trying to figure out why it wouldn't
deliver any power. I finally noticed a hard to read sticker
on the back of the unit that said to "Activate" the unit you
first had to recharge it (completely). After doing this the
power station worked perfectly.
you to instructions you need to follow to the letter. At the
bottom of page 2 of the manual you are instructed to
charge the power station to 100% before using. Mine
arrived at about 80%, so I ignored the instructions and then spent a half hour trying to figure out why it wouldn't
deliver any power. I finally noticed a hard to read sticker
on the back of the unit that said to "Activate" the unit you
first had to recharge it (completely). After doing this the
power station worked perfectly.
This power station is well suited for home power outages,
travel, and camping. It has a good collection of outlets
to serve most needs. I particularly like the included
"night light". It draws only 3W, and provides adequate
lighting for a small area - see my photos of it in a dark kitchen on and off. It can provide about 62 hours of light
if nothing else draws power. This can be very helpful
during an evening power outage.
travel, and camping. It has a good collection of outlets
to serve most needs. I particularly like the included
"night light". It draws only 3W, and provides adequate
lighting for a small area - see my photos of it in a dark kitchen on and off. It can provide about 62 hours of light
if nothing else draws power. This can be very helpful
during an evening power outage.
The unit is relatively small and lightweight, making it
useful on long car trips for small items needing power
the car can't provide.
useful on long car trips for small items needing power
the car can't provide.
Finally, it is clear that this power station can be an
essential item on camping trips!
essential item on camping trips!
I find this power station to be a very good buy.
Length of ownership: 42
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
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Value
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Ease of Use
5
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Improve your viewing of local TV channels with this indoor Mohu Arc TV antenna. Its multidirectional range captures clear broadcast signals within its 40-mile radius, and its plug-and-play operation provides a convenient enhanced TV setup next to your TV or hang on the wall. This Mohu Arc TV antenna is compatible with HDTV units, letting you enjoy the full quality of Full HD and Ultra HD over-the-air programs.
Customer Rating
5
Great way to cut the cord
on July 9, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was very fortunate to get this on Clearance just before
they sold out! Set up was easy, and I am able to get the
local tv stations that are not available on the internet.
It is an excellent value.
they sold out! Set up was easy, and I am able to get the
local tv stations that are not available on the internet.
It is an excellent value.
Length of ownership: 40
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
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Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Are you ready for next-gen performance? The Crucial P5 Plus SSD delivers remarkable speed and data protection with sequential reads up to 6600MB/s1 for transformative computing. Engineered by Micron with the latest Gen4 NVMe technology, the Crucial P5 Plus includes advanced features like full hardware-based encryption, dynamic write acceleration, and adaptive thermal protection to keep your data safe while enhancing system reliability. Designed specifically for intensive workloads, high-quality creative content, and hardcore gaming, the P5 Plus is also backward compatible with most Gen3 systems for ultimate flexibility. The Crucial P5 Plus meets the performance and form factor requirements for Sony PS5 when used with a heat sink; heat sink sold separately.
Customer Rating
5
Great system drive upgrade
on July 9, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I used this to upgrade the system drive of my laptop
computer. Installation proceeded without a hitch. The
drive has since been working very well. A good buy.
computer. Installation proceeded without a hitch. The
drive has since been working very well. A good buy.
Length of ownership: 245
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Quality
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Value
5
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The Crucial~ X8 Portable SSD stores up to 1TB of data at phenomenal speeds up to 1050MB/s ~ that~s up to 1.8x faster than other portable SSDs and up to 7.5x faster than portable hard drives.~ It also works with numerous devices ~ from computers to consoles, tablets, and smartphones.~
Customer Rating
5
Great for movies!
on July 9, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I got this to store movies on. I played them back on my
laptop when I travel. The copying goes quickly, and
playback proceeds with no problems. This is a very
good buy.
laptop when I travel. The copying goes quickly, and
playback proceeds with no problems. This is a very
good buy.
Length of ownership: 242
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
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Quality
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Basic bootup speeds won~t cut it ~ not at work, on the go, or in the game. But the Crucial P3 SSD is anything but basic. With NVMe performance that~s more than 6x faster than SATA2 and storage capacities up to 4TB3, the P3 leaves older storage technology in the dust. Get faster bootups, downloads and file transfers, and store all your files, photos, videos, apps, and games with room to spare with the quality and dependability you expect from Crucial.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent for system drive!
on July 9, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I got this to provide a backup clone to my system drive.
Making the clone was easily done using Acronis, and proceeded without any problems. It is a good value
SSD drive.
Making the clone was easily done using Acronis, and proceeded without any problems. It is a good value
SSD drive.
Length of ownership: 90
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
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Quality
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Upgrade your computer for high-end gaming or video editing with this Samsung 970 EVO Plus NVMe SSD. The 2TB capacity lets you store large-size media files and programs, and the Smart Magician software monitors drive health. This Samsung 970 EVO Plus NVMe SSD features sequential read speeds up to 3500MB/sec. for exceptional performance and prompt boot times.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent upgrade
on July 9, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I got this to upgrade the system drive for my desktop
tower computer. I first cloned the previous drive to this, and then enabled the full capacity of this new drive. It has given
new life to my computer!
tower computer. I first cloned the previous drive to this, and then enabled the full capacity of this new drive. It has given
new life to my computer!
Length of ownership: 105
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Quality
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Value
5
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Achieve crisp, vibrant prints by using this 500-sheet pack of 8.5" x 11" Epson S041586 bright white paper with your ink jet printer. The 96 brightness makes text and images pop, and the acid-free design ensures lasting prints.
Customer Rating
5
My favorite printing paper
on July 9, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is my favorite paper for use with my laser printer.
The paper is of exceptional quality and is excellent for
both black-white prints and color prints. The paper is
both robust and long lasting.
The paper is of exceptional quality and is excellent for
both black-white prints and color prints. The paper is
both robust and long lasting.
Length of ownership: 259
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
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Ease of Use
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How much content can you hold with your fingertips? With the Crucial X6 Portable SSD, the answer is: A lot! Whether you~re downloading videos for off-line travel, organizing family photos, collaborating with classmates, or heading off on a great adventure, the Crucial X6 features up to 1TB of portable storage capacity and is ready to go wherever you do.
Customer Rating
5
Great for storing movies!
on July 9, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I use this to store movies for playing while traveling. It
is very fast and reliable. It is also extremely compact
and solidly built. I got it for a great price during the
Black Friday sales. It is a great value.
is very fast and reliable. It is also extremely compact
and solidly built. I got it for a great price during the
Black Friday sales. It is a great value.
Length of ownership: 210
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Crucial~ X8 Portable SSD stores up to 2TB of data at phenomenal speeds up to 1050MB/s ~ that~s up to 1.8x faster than other portable SSDs and up to 7.5x faster than portable hard drives.~ It also works with numerous devices ~ from computers to consoles, tablets, and smartphones.~
Customer Rating
5
Excellent for backups
on July 9, 2024
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I use this portable SSD to do image backups of my laptop
while traveling. It is very fast and reliable. I got it during
Black Friday at a very good price. It is a very good buy.
while traveling. It is very fast and reliable. I got it during
Black Friday at a very good price. It is a very good buy.
Length of ownership: 224
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
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Quality
5
Value
5
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Unlock a next-level gaming experience with the ROG Strix G16. Featuring a 2.5K 240Hz Nebula Display, it delivers ultra smooth visuals. Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU, enjoy seamless gaming and creative performance. With 16GB DDR5 RAM, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and advanced ROG Intelligent Cooling, stay at the top of your game. The esports-ready keyboard, Dolby Atmos audio, and customizable RGB Aura Light Bar elevate every moment. Plus, enjoy easy upgrades and 3 months of PC Game Pass for the ultimate gaming experience.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Best laptop
By RazvanR
I recently bought this laptop and I’m really happy with it. It’s fast, quiet, and the battery lasts a long time. The screen quality is great and it runs very smoothly. Definitely a good value for the price.
prof2000
Nice photo!
December 10, 2025
Very nice photo!
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Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. The HP OmniDesk Desktop AI PC combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Nice Home Computer
By NatalieF
I’ve been really happy with the HP OmniDesk so far. The Intel Core Ultra 7 processor is super fast, and with 16GB of DDR5 memory, everything runs smoothly — even when I have a bunch of apps and tabs open. The 1TB SSD gives me plenty of space and makes startup and loading times really quick.
The Dark Wood design looks awesome in person — it actually feels like part of my furniture instead of a bulky computer tower. It’s quiet, doesn’t overheat, and handles all my daily tasks easily.
If you’re mostly using your desktop for work, streaming, school, or light creative projects, this is a great pick. It’s not built for serious gaming, but for everything else, it’s fast, reliable, and looks great on your desk.
prof2000
Very informative review
June 4, 2026
Your review is very informative and helpful. Thank you!
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Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. The HP OmniDesk Desktop AI PC combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5A great home office desktop with a great look
By kaizen61
I think I might have to get a new desk; this case looks too good to be sitting underneath. Seriously, this may be the nicest looking case I’ve ever purchased. But more importantly, it’s a fast, quiet and powerful replacement for my current desktop.
If you’re like me, you may have a PC that, even though it’s powerful enough and capable, somehow can’t be upgraded to Windows 11. For my current PC, that’s a Dell Inspiron that I bought from BB 7 years ago. And while it’s maxed out on memory, has plenty of disk space available and even supports TPM. Microsoft decided the 4.3 Ghz AMD CPU doesn’t cut it. Go figure…
I’ve been looking for a desktop upgrade lately and got an opportunity to check out the HP OmniDesk. The specs certainly checked out, but the look was what sealed the deal. It even looks better in person. Unboxing it I was surprised how light it was, but a large part of that is the lack of any mechanical hard drives. In fact, this is the first PC I’ve ever bought that has no internal HDD mounts. Which isn’t really a problem, given the 1 TB SSD should be plenty for most people and can be expanded to 2 TB. It also has a plethora of USB ports both front and back if you want to expand via external drives.
But by looking at the motherboard, I found a secret. There are SATA ports on the motherboard! Unfortunately, I was unable to test them in time for this review as the power connector requires an adapter I had to order and was delayed coming in from China. If you want to test them yourself, you’ll need a four-pin female floppy power connector (sometimes referred to as a “Berg” connector) to a SATA female connector. While I couldn’t test it, PC inventory apps like Belarc Advisor DO show the SATA subsystem, so there’s a good chance it is active.
The system comes with 16gb of DDR5 memory, which is more than adequate for the average Win 11 user, but I upgrade mine to 32gb as I often have a few windows open and appreciate the extra breathing room. You could upgrade it to 32gb max; I considered this, but I really don’t do much memory intensive work these days, so it seemed overkill.
I was a little surprised at the performance compared to my Dell; even though the CPU is running at a slightly slower speed than the Dell, the performance feels snappier and more responsive. And the PC overall is much quieter. My Dell Inspiron wasn’t a loud unit most of the time, but occasionally the fan would surge when opening an app or a couple of browser windows. Not so with the OmniDesk, for the first couple of days I had to check to make sure it wasn’t hibernated!
As much as I resisted Windows 11, I must admit that I am happy I migrated. Moving over was straightforward and if you have an MS Account, you can even migrate settings and programs over easily. HP’s Windows setup went without event, and I was quickly up and running. Two days later and it’s in place as my main desktop and I feel like I’m good for another 7 years.
I would DEFINITELY recommend the HP OmniDesk as a worthy upgrade or first PC. It can handle anything from browsing and daily emails to a genuine home office workhorse. It would also fit in nicely into a small to medium-sized office environment. I’ve always been happy with my HP purchases and the OmniDesk is no exception. Backed by a great company, I know it will last me a long time.
prof2000
Excellent photos
June 4, 2026
Thank you for your excellent photos. They are very helpful in the evaluation of this desktop.
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MSI Ventus GeForce RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 PCI Express 4.0 x8 ATX Graphics Card RTX 3050 VENTUS 2X 6G OC
When did this card first come out?
1 week, 3 days ago
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Intel Arc 3 graphics boost your workflows. Enhance your creation and gaming with industry~first AV1 hardware encode and AI~enhanced XeSS upscaling. Take your gaming experience to the next level with Xe Super Sampling (XeSS), Intel~s AI~enhanced upscaling technology, for more performance and fluid gaming on popular titles. Support for DirectX12 Ultimate takes your gaming to a new level of realism with the latest graphics technologies including ray tracing, variable rate shading, mesh shading, and sampler feedback - the fundamentals for next~gen gaming. Enhance your creation, gaming and streaming experiences with Intel Deep Link Technology features by pairing Intel Core processors with Intel Arc graphics.
What is the power draw of this card?
1 week, 6 days ago
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prof2000
Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. The HP OmniDesk Desktop AI PC combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
Can I purchase a matching 16 GB stick of ram from HP that will pair properly with the 16 GB stick it comes with? If so, where do I make the purchase?
2 weeks, 4 days ago
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prof2000
Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. The HP OmniDesk Desktop AI PC combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
Is this processor an unlocked (K) variant?
2 weeks, 5 days ago
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prof2000
Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. This desktop combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
Is the 16GB of supplied RAM in one stick, or in two 8GB sticks?
3 weeks, 2 days ago
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prof2000
Easily and quickly record up to 100GB of data with this LG BP50NB40 8x external USB 2.0 Blu-ray Disc rewriter that features 6x maximum BD-R and 2x BD-RE write speeds to help you rapidly complete your tasks.
Does the supplied software work with windows 11 home?
3 weeks, 3 days ago
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prof2000
WD Blue internal hard drives deliver solid reliability for office and web applications and are perfect for extra storage for desktop PCs and in-office applications.
Does this 4tb drive use cmr or smr?
4 weeks, 1 day ago
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prof2000
Boost productivity with a high-performance desktop in a stylish, space-saving design. Featuring built-in AI, powered by Intel Core Ultra desktop processors (Series 2).
Does the power supply have a standard (and available) SATA power cable, that can be used to power an internal SSD or hard drive?
1 month ago
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prof2000
Boost productivity with a high-performance desktop in a stylish, space-saving design. Featuring built-in AI, powered by Intel Core Ultra desktop processors (Series 2).
How many internal SATA ports are there on the motherboard?
1 month ago
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prof2000
Boost productivity with a high-performance desktop in a stylish, space-saving design. Featuring built-in AI, powered by Intel Core Ultra desktop processors (Series 2).
Does the power supply have the necessary cable connector, and sufficient power to support a RTX 3060 video graphics card?
1 month ago
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prof2000
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
Can you charge this with the USB-C port? Does the USB-C port support display-out?
The usb-c port on this laptop does not support display-out. But you can use the included hdmi port to do that.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
can this be upgraded to include a back lit keyboard?
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
Just want to be sure, but is this a touchscreen?
Yes, it is a touchscreen laptop. But it is not a 2 in 1 laptop.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
Does this laptop have the 13 gen processor?
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
Will this Laptop read Sd cards
Yes it can. It has a full size sd card reader on one side.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
Can you play games on this laptop?
Entertainment isn~t just for the couch anymore. With it's 360 degree design and binge-grade performance, this HP Pavilion x360 Laptop is built to keep you entertained anywhere and any way you choose. Entertainment anywhere and any way.
Can the storage be upgraded? If so, what kind of drive is needed and what is the maximum capacity possible?
You could add an external solid state drive. If you get one of the newer ones that use an NVMe, and connect it to the Super Speed usb-c port, you could get speeds as high as 1000MB/s for both read and write.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
Will this connect to a USB-C dock with dual displays?
Although this laptop has a usb c port, it is not capable of driving a display.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
Entertainment isn~t just for the couch anymore. With it's 360 degree design and binge-grade performance, this HP Pavilion x360 Laptop is built to keep you entertained anywhere and any way you choose. Entertainment anywhere and any way.
How to turn on the backlit keyboard on this laptop?
The version of this laptop for Best Buy does not have a backlit keyboard.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.