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    September 15, 2018
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    November 18, 2022
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    November 22, 2018
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With 115W maximum power and a 10" dual-layer mica woofer diaphragm, this Sony Core Series SACS9 active subwoofer produces robust, detailed bass tones. Motion feedback technology promotes optimal signal clarity.
 
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Great sound at a great price
on November 18, 2022
Posted by: Jay123
Verified Purchase:Yes
Amazing, high-quality sound for a great price. Not boomy or punchy like some subs can be. Added to a pair of powered speakers as my home theater system and it blows away any soundbar I've owned or heard. Highly recommended.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4 out of 5
4
Value
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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Discover a whole new level of immersion that envelops you in 7.1.2 channel surround sound with multiple speakers, a built-in subwoofer and advanced audio technologies. And with rear speakers it supports 360 Spatial Sound Mapping.
 
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2 out of 5
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Here's the outlier
on July 12, 2022
Posted by: Jay123
Verified Purchase:Yes
I guess I'm the outlier that you always see in reviews, because I bought the soundbar, along with the sub and new updated rear speakers - and found the whole experience to be a huge disappointment. This seems to be a case of style over substance; it has all the connections, streaming, wifi, etc. you could want, and I got it primarily because it has more than one HDMI input - but the sound itself (you know, the most important thing with a speaker) is just plain average. I tried everything, from virtual height engine to spatial to manually upping the sound levels on each speaker to using the different sound modes. The sound from the rear speakers is practically non-existent, save for a few motorcycles or crashes here and there in movies. The center speaker overpowers everything else on the bar itself, even when turned down, and the sound from the tiny speaker is very tinny and hollow. And yes the voice assistant was off. Atmos effects are next to nothing but I expected that going in (you can't bounce sound off the ceiling, period). The sub is fine although nothing special. I owned the previous Sony soundbar (Z9F) and frankly this one doesn't sound that much better, and certainly not for the price.
This is the 2nd soundbar in a row I've returned (B&W Panorama 3 being the other anemic performer) so it's probably just me. I just wish I hadn't listened to all the hype because for the price they're charging, this product is simply not worth it.
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
2 out of 5
2
Value
1 out of 5
1
Ease of Use
2 out of 5
2
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5
Godfather 50
on March 25, 2022
Posted by: Jay123
Verified Purchase:Yes
The quality of the restoration, even on the digital downloads, is amazing. The book isn't that long but has great material in it, and all the packaging is amazing. A must-buy.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience immersive sound quality with Panorama 3 Soundbar with integrated subwoofer that features true Dolby Atmos capability with upwards-firing drive units optimized specifically to deliver audio immersion with spatial audio. Features HDMI eARC compatibility to enjoy easy connectivity and high performance from your TV. It offers powerful bass from a single 3.1.2 speaker configuration while its dedicated left, center, right (LCR) forward-firing drivers provide optimum stereo separation coupled to exceptional resolution and clarity. Introducing for the first time, Panorama 3 supports multiroom functionality and offers built-in Amazon Alexa for voice command operation. Enjoy direct access to your favorite music from a wide range of streaming apps like Deezer, Last.fm, Qobuz, Soundcloud, TiDAL and much more via the B&W iOS/Android compatible music app. Supports Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth AptX Adaptive for maximum flexibility and easy connectivity. The soundbar features an ultra-low-profile, making it easy to install below modern flat-panel TVs or wall-mount it, using the wall brackets (included). Sonically, Panorama 3 offers everything you need from one component so you can experience movies, TV shows, and music as they were meant to be.
 
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Not worthy of the name - or the price
on March 16, 2022
Posted by: Jay123
It's being pitched as an all-in-one solution for those that don't want a separate subwoofer, complexity, etc. That would be fine except for one thing: it doesn't sound any better than a Vizio or similar that's half the price. The connections are limited (just one HDMI), the speakers inside are just too small, and it doesn't support DTS and so on but that seems to be the direction all soundbars are headed. I could live with that if it sounded amazing. It just doesn't.
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
3 out of 5
3
Value
1 out of 5
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Ease of Use
3 out of 5
3
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Expand your view of everything on MacBook Pro thanks to a larger 16" Retina display with sharper pixel resolution and support for millions of colors.~ Harness the power of 6-core processors and AMD Radeon Pro 5000M series graphics with 4GB of GDDR6 memory, together with an optimized thermal architecture for groundbreaking performance. Featuring 16GB memory and 512GB of storage.~ Touch ID and the Touch Bar. And all-day battery life.~ Designed for pros who put performance above all else, MacBook Pro gives you the power to accomplish anything, anywhere.
 
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Big improvements
on June 12, 2020
Posted by: Jay123
Verified Purchase:Yes
The new MacBook Pro is much better than the previous model I had. Most noticeable is the quality of the speakers, which are on either side of the keyboard. It's amazing the quality of the sound they can get out of these tiny things. I don't find the processor any faster than my previous 13" model from 2014. The Touchbar works as designed but I find the whole thing to be a gimmick; it's more work to look at it and figure out what to press than to just use the touchpad and finger like I've always done. The 16" screen is a huge benefit for my eyes. Using Touch ID to signon is a HUGE improvement over having to enter a password every time. All in all, a very nice upgrade.
Length of ownership: 27
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4 out of 5
4
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Ease of Use
4 out of 5
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Operate electrical appliances remotely with this TP-Link mini smart Wi-Fi plug. It lets you switch lights and other electronics on and off, check their current status and schedule their operation from your mobile device via the Kasa app. This TP-Link mini smart Wi-Fi plug supports voice control when paired with your Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
 
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Great plug for a good price
on November 29, 2018
Posted by: Jay123
Verified Purchase:Yes
The plug works as designed and the app you have to download is simple to use and setup. The setup of schedules could be easier but in the end it works.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make copies of your data while on the move with this Seagate Backup Plus Slim STDS2000100 portable hard drive for Mac that features a 2TB capacity for ample space to store your pictures, music and more. The slim design fits in a bag or purse for easy portability.
 
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Good choice
on November 29, 2018
Posted by: Jay123
Verified Purchase:Yes
I like the slim design; it works relatively fast; holds a lot. I had trouble with a previous drive when I couldn't unload it properly from my Macbook, so make sure the drive is disconnected completely before unplugging it (not sure if that was the computer or the drive that had the problem).
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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4 out of 5
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Satisfying sequel
on October 6, 2018
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I enjoyed this movie in the theater and then again at home, maybe even more so because the UHD picture quality is very good. Although there's nothing groundbreaking here (slight spoiler ahead), they did try to add a slightly new twist by having the first half of the movie take place on the island and then the second half of the movie somewhere else. I found some of the secondary characters highly annoying. Sound quality is amazing using my Sony ZF9 soundbar with rear speakers.
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3
Not much better than regular version
on September 15, 2018
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Whether or not you enjoyed the movie, I didn't find the 4k version to look that much better than the regular blu ray version. I know the movie is 10 years old but still.
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Introducing wireless AirPods. Just take them out and they're ready to use with all your Apple devices~. Put them in your ears and they connect instantly. Speak into them and your voice sounds clear. Simplicity and technology, together like never before. The result is completely magical.
 
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Work as designed
on September 15, 2018
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Verified Purchase:Yes
These earbuds paired instantly and sound about on par with the wired versions. Magnetic case is a good idea so they don't get lost.
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Experience immersive sound quality with Panorama 3 Soundbar with integrated subwoofer that features true Dolby Atmos capability with upwards-firing drive units optimized specifically to deliver audio immersion with spatial audio. Features HDMI eARC compatibility to enjoy easy connectivity and high performance from your TV. It offers powerful bass from a single 3.1.2 speaker configuration while its dedicated left, center, right (LCR) forward-firing drivers provide optimum stereo separation coupled to exceptional resolution and clarity. Introducing for the first time, Panorama 3 supports multiroom functionality and offers built-in Amazon Alexa for voice command operation. Enjoy direct access to your favorite music from a wide range of streaming apps like Deezer, Last.fm, Qobuz, Soundcloud, TiDAL and much more via the B&W iOS/Android compatible music app. Supports Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth AptX Adaptive for maximum flexibility and easy connectivity. The soundbar features an ultra-low-profile, making it easy to install below modern flat-panel TVs or wall-mount it, using the wall brackets (included). Sonically, Panorama 3 offers everything you need from one component so you can experience movies, TV shows, and music as they were meant to be.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Love It
By trvrkapit
Most people complain about lack of bass. Those reviews are very wrong. As long as you go into the app and adjust the setting I can feel the bass while sitting on my couch 7 feet away from this unit. The amount of power this bar can produce is awesome. Also, the height channels are very noticeable along with surround sound.
Finally, the remote pair works no problem. Just make sure you TV remote is in IR and not in bluetooth mode other wise the IR programmer wont work.
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April 7, 2022
It's not about the quantity but the QUALITY. Ridiculous for the price.
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With 115W maximum power and a 10" dual-layer mica woofer diaphragm, this Sony Core Series SACS9 active subwoofer produces robust, detailed bass tones. Motion feedback technology promotes optimal signal clarity.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Good but not great
By JorgeA
Good sounding subwoofer but returned it due to clicking sound related to speaker sleep and wake-up mode. Purchased a klipsch subwoofer and wow…big improvement in sound.
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Jay123
Boston
December 6, 2022
There is a switch on the back that keeps the sub turned on so that it doesn't make that clicking noise. It's right in the manual. I've used it.
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These Panasonic CR123PA/12B CR123 batteries feature 3V of power with a 1400 mAh capacity to deliver a reliable charge to compatible devices. The durable design can be used in a wide range of conditions, including in extreme temperatures.
 

Do these work with Arlo security cameras?

Yes they do, they are working in my Arlo cameras right now. They're relatively new so I can't say how long they last but they are fine.
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