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- Review count240
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- First reviewDecember 16, 2018
- Last reviewJanuary 15, 2026
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- Average rating4.9
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- First review commentJune 21, 2020
- Last review commentJune 4, 2026
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- First questionNovember 24, 2018
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- First answerDecember 2, 2018
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With faster read/write speeds of up to 7,250/6,300 MB/s*, larger storage capacity of up to 4TB with TurboWrite 2.0 and 73% ** greater power efficiency compared with the 990 EVO, the 990 EVO Plus makes large editing, file transfer or gaming tasks go smoother and faster. It~s the perfect productivity boost helping you tackle a busy day full of work (or play).
Customer Rating
5
Use as a backup
on November 18, 2025
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I clone the system disk of one of my computers to this drive to use as a backup. I can do this relatively easily and quickly, and repeat the process every two months. This provides a quick means of recovery in the event of a catastrophic crash of the system. I got this drive on sale at a good price.
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With faster read/write speeds of up to 7,250/6,300 MB/s*, larger storage capacity of up to 4TB with TurboWrite 2.0 and 73% ** greater power efficiency compared with the 990 EVO, the 990 EVO Plus makes large editing, file transfer or gaming tasks go smoother and faster. It~s the perfect productivity boost helping you tackle a busy day full of work (or play).
Customer Rating
5
Use for backup
on November 18, 2025
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I use this to keep a current clone of the system disk of one of my computers. I can do this relatively quickly and easily and thereby keep a good backup of my system drive. I got this drive on sale at a good price.
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Designed for tech enthusiasts, hardcore gamers and heavy-workload professionals who want blazing fast speed. Sequential read/write speeds up to 7,450/6,900 MB/s
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5
Makes a good backup
on November 18, 2025
Posted by: prof2000
Verified Purchase:Yes
I use this to make a clone of the system disk of one of my computers, to serve as a backup. I can do this relatively quickly. I repeat the process every two months. This provides a relatively quick way to recover in the event of a major system crash.
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Get ready to game even faster with the WD_BLACK SN7100 NVMe SSD, featuring up to 7,250MB/s read and 6,900MB/s write speeds (1-2TB models), providing up to a 35% performance boost over the previous generation SSD. Engineered with laptops and gaming handhelds in mind, obliterate load times and conquer your heftiest gaming sessions with improved power efficiency at maximum speed. Store more games and still have room for future updates and DLC, with capacities up to 2TB. Upgrade now and ensure you~re ready for the rigors of AI applications and next generation gaming.
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5
I use this for backup
on November 18, 2025
Posted by: prof2000
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I use this to backup the system drive of one of my computers. I do this by cloning the system drive to this disk. It permits a full backup to be done relatively quickly.
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Boost your gaming rig with this WD WD_Black internal NVMe SSD. The 2TB capacity offers plenty of space to expand your title collection, while support for WD_Black dashboard allows you to monitor the device's health. This WD WD_Black internal NVMe SSD boasts reads speeds of up to 5150MB/sec. for fast app loads.
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5
Backup my system drive
on November 18, 2025
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I use this to backup the system drive of one of my computers. I do this by cloning my system drive to this drive every 2 months. I got this drive on sale.
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PNY CS900 is the ideal solution for a mainstream solid state drive (SSD) upgrade from a hard disk drive (HDD). The CS900 delivers all the most sought after features at an excellent value, and is designed for an easy and cost-effective HDD replacement in the PC system to help realize faster boot times, quicker application launches and better overall system performance. With no moving parts, PNY CS900 is highly durable, less likely to fail, and supports up to 3 years of warranty.
Customer Rating
5
Good for backups
on November 18, 2025
Posted by: prof2000
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I got this drive at a great price on sale. I put into an external housing with a fast USB interface. With it I get speeds of typically 400 MB/s, which are close to the maximum of 500 MB/s for this drive connected directly to the SATA inside a pc. I use it to do backups of the drives inside my tower. It is an economical means of performing this function.
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Get faster boot-ups from this PNY CS900 internal SSD. The 500GB provides ample storage space, while the read/write speeds of up to 550/500MB/sec. ensure rapid load times and data storage. This PNY CS900 internal SSD features a SATA III interface for simple connection to the motherboard, and the 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktop computers.
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5
Speedy backup drive
on November 18, 2025
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I purchased a couple of these drives and put them into external housings with fast usb interfaces. I use them to backup my system drive twice a month, alternating between them. I get speeds of typically 400 MB/s with this external housing, which is close to the maximum of 500MB/s obtainable when connected to the internal SATA of my computer. I got these drives at a good price on sale.
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Store and access photos and files on the go with One Touch HDD with password activated hardware encryption. Quick plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity with Windows, Mac, Chromebook lets you consolidate files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups. Plus~organize your photos with a Mylio Photos complementary subscription.
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5
Economical storage
on November 18, 2025
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This external hard disk drive provides a great deal of storage for an economical price. I use it to perform backups of my tower pc. It has a speed of about 130 MB/s, which is fine for doing my unattended backups.
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Expansion portable drive is an easy-to-use solution for instantly adding storage to Windows or Mac~and taking those files on the go. Take advantage of fast data transfer speeds with USB 3.0 and consolidate files into a single location. Free up space on your computer with a simple drag and drop~file saving is that easy. Plus, Seagate Expansion comes with Rescue Data Recovery Services for additional peace of mind.
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4
Good option when on sale
on November 16, 2025
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This is a good option for external storage when on sale.
I picked up a couple of them at a good price. The housing is plastic. The speed is typically 130 MB/s. I use them for backups.
I picked up a couple of them at a good price. The housing is plastic. The speed is typically 130 MB/s. I use them for backups.
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Defy Boring with Pebble Mouse 2 M350s wireless mouse made with recycled plastic. Its minimalist round shape and compact mouse design make it as iconic as you and super portable. Hop across 3 devices with the Easy-Switch button on the Bluetooth mouse. With Logi Options+ app, you can assign shortcuts to the mouse~s middle button for your favorite apps, like WhatsApp or Spotify. Work, browse, and chat with Silent Touch Technology that removes 90% of click noise. Pebble Mouse 2 M350s Bluetooth mouse comes with a 24-month battery and auto-sleep power-saving mode, to keep you going for longer, worry-free.
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5
Nice thin mouse for travel
on November 16, 2025
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This is an excellent mouse for travel, as its thinness allow it to be put into a sleeve or bag with little bulging. It is well constructed and has all the controls needed for day-to-day operations. It connects easily to my desktops and my laptops. It also looks very professional.
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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, 2 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?
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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.
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, 2 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 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?
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Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
Can you record on cassette tapes when playing from Bluetooth.
Yes you can. You can stream in from a bluetooth connected device, such as a smart phone or a tablet, and record to a cassette in the boombox (or a usb stick, or a micro sd card in the boombox). As noted in a previous answer, you need to adjust the volume of the external device to get a good recording.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
will the bluetooth allow you to use auxiliary / external bluetooth speakers?
No. Bluetooth on this device is only for input. You can however use the Headphone port on the boombox to wire it to an external speaker. Please note that the AUX port on this boombox is only for input.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
will the bluetooth allow you to use auxiliary / external bluetooth speakers?
The bluetooth mode on this device allows you to stream IN only. You can not use it to stream OUT to bluetooth headphones or bluetooth speakers. However, you can use the headphone out jack on the device to connect to wired headphones or wired speakers.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
what format is the cassette-to-digital recording—mp3, wav, or what? 128kbps? 192kbps?
I have made many recordings of cassette to USB. All are MP3 with a bitrate of 128kbps.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
Can this record from cassette to digital? I've got a lot of great old cassettes I'd like to make digital copies of. Thanks!
I have made many recordings from cassette to USB. All of them are MP3 with a bitrate of 128kbps.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
When recording from cassette to USB, is the resulting MP3 stereo and what is the bitrate?
I have made many recordings from cassette to USB. All of them are MP3 with a bitrate of 128kbps.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
When this hits the end of the tape (play or ff/rw), does it continue to put tension on the tape or do the motors stop?
When in Play mode, the motors do automatically stop at the end of the tape. However, when in FF or RW modes the motors do NOT stop - and will continue to put tension on the tape.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
Does this cassette player take mini cassettes?
No. It only accepts standard cassettes.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.
Does this boombox have any audio output options? Like, could I connect it to a home speaker set up and use it as a just a cassette player?
It has a headphone out that works well for connecting to other audio devices, such as speakers. It also has an Aux In connection that allows you to input to it signals from other audio devices.
6 years, 2 months ago
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prof2000
Listen to music wherever you are with these MEE audio X10 Truly Wireless in-ear headphones. Built-in Bluetooth allows wireless streaming of music from compatible devices, while the 5mm drivers deliver precise audio. These MEE audio X10 Truly Wireless in-ear headphones have a charging case that provides up to 23 hours of additional battery life.
Can these earbuds be used individually? One at a time while the other is in the case or off?
You can use the right earbud by itself, while the other is in the case or off. However, the left earbud can NOT be used by itself with the right earbud off or in the case.
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