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- Review count78
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- First reviewJuly 31, 2018
- Last reviewJanuary 28, 2021
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- Average rating4.8
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- First review commentSeptember 25, 2018
- Last review commentSeptember 25, 2018
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- First questionJuly 3, 2019
- Last questionSeptember 16, 2021
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- First answerJuly 22, 2019
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Roku Premiere is the easy way to start streaming in HD, 4K, and HDR picture. Quickly find and stream your favorite movies in eye-popping 4K picture with the 4K Spotlight channel. Setup is so simple~just plug your player into your TV with the included Premium High-Speed HDMI~ Cable and connect to the internet. It~s incredible picture at an exceptional value. Stream a massive selection of free, live, and premium TV, including award-winning Roku~ Originals and 200+ live TV channels~only on The Roku Channel. Your conveniently customizable home screen places popular channels like Disney+, Prime Video, HBO Max, Apple TV+, Netflix, Sling, and Hulu front and center. You~ll spend more time streaming and less time scrolling. The free Roku mobile app acts as a second remote so you can search with your voice, enjoy private listening with wireless headphones, and so much more. Roku Premiere works with popular voice assistants. You can ask your Alexa or Google Assistant-enabled device to search for shows, launch apps, and more. Control your TV using the Apple Home app or Siri on your Apple devices. You can also share photos, videos, and music from your Apple device using AirPlay.
Customer Rating
5
Roku is great
on January 28, 2021
Posted by: photoman
Verified Purchase:Yes
Awesome sale price for this Roku, online set up is a little over complicated but you have to do it only once
Length of ownership: 155
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5
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5
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Protect your computer's circuitry with this triple-pack of Corsair Air Series LED fans. Cool computer internals effectively with up to 52 CFM of airflow, while a hydraulic bearing and special fan blade ensure quiet performance. Light from each unit in this triple-pack of Corsair Air Series LED fans is diffused by rotating blades for a refined appearance.
Customer Rating
5
Quite and Cool Fans
on January 28, 2021
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Quite and Cool Fans and look cool too, easy install and best value
Length of ownership: 85
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5
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5
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Upgrade a compatible computer with this Samsung 860 Evo series solid-state drive. Its 1TB of memory provides plenty of room for game downloads, work archives or media files, and the maximum 550MB/s read and 520MB/s write speeds support quick data transfers. This Samsung 860 Evo series solid-state drive is compatible with SATA 6 Gb/s, 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s interfaces. Speeds are consistent, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking allowing for a faster file transfer. Benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The Samsung 860 EVO is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops.
Customer Rating
5
Super Fast and Reliable
on January 28, 2021
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Super Fast and Reliable solid state drive, best value as well
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Create an invincible gaming rig with this MSI B450 TOMAHAWK MAX motherboard. The DIY-friendly design lets you attach various components easily for a customized gaming computer, while the heavy heat sink ensures fast heat dissipation for cool operation. This MSI B450 TOMAHAWK MAX motherboard has conveniently positioned USB and SATA hubs for compatibility with a wide range of peripherals.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Motherboard
on January 28, 2021
Posted by: photoman
Verified Purchase:Yes
Excellent Motherboard, number one choice for your next home built pc
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5
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Galaxy Tab A7 combines the slim, lightweight design you need, with the immersive entertainment experience you crave.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Value Tablet
on January 28, 2021
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Best value tablet you can get, so far all functions work perfect and fast
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Help safeguard your cherished memories effortlessly with the easystore portable hard drive. Designed for your on-the-go lifestyle, this compact device offers seamless plug-and-play connectivity. Preserve your photos, videos, and important files with ease, thanks to the included backup software. Your memories deserve exceptional protection, and easystore helps ensure that every precious moment is seamlessly stored, so you can relive them whenever, wherever.
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5
Great Value and Reliability
on January 28, 2021
Posted by: photoman
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Great Value and Reliability external hard drive, I have over 10 of them and non failed so far
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Designed for use with select Canon printers, this Canon 6517B001 251 gray ink tank lets you create professional-looking prints with ChromaLife100+ technology, which delivers long-lasting ink that resists smudging.
Customer Rating
5
Good Quality ink
on January 28, 2021
Posted by: photoman
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Good quality ink but it doesn't last long, better deal to get the XL version
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Glass Elite, our strongest glass screen protection, is combined with a Eyesafe~ technology that filters 40% of peak high-energy blue light (435-440nm), and contains antimicrobial properties that protect the screen protector by inhibiting the growth of odor-causing bacteria and guarding against degradation from microorganisms.* Compatible with Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Customer Rating
5
Durable screen protection
on January 28, 2021
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Durable screen protection, best on the market, easy install in a clean environment
Length of ownership: 13
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Life on the go just got a lot easier with Commuter Series for the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max. From professional to casual, Commuter Series is a trusted favorite. Featuring a soft internal slipcover and a rigid external shell, Commuter Series keeps your phone safe from day-to-day drops and scrapes. 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.* Weaving the additive into the case materials ensures it keeps protecting your case 24/7/365 and outlasts heavy use. Commuter Series equips your phone with a sleek exterior that slips in and out of pockets and added grip for confident handling. Go about your life with confidence your case is protected against bacteria and your phone is protected against drops.
Customer Rating
5
Durable, easy to install, top protection
on January 28, 2021
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Durable, easy to install, top protection for your phone
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SanDisk Ultra~ PLUS microSDXC~ and microSDHC~ cards are fast for better pictures, app performance and Full HD video. Ideal for Android~ smartphones and tablets, these A1-rated cards load apps faster for a better smartphone experience. Built to perform in harsh conditions, SanDisk Ultra PLUS microSD~ cards are waterproof, temperature proof, shockproof and X-ray proof. This microSD card is also rated Class 10 and Video Speed Class 10 (V10) for Full HD video recording performance and comes with a lifetime warranty.
Customer Rating
5
Best Value and Reliability
on July 22, 2020
Posted by: photoman
Verified Purchase:Yes
Best Value and Reliability on the market, never had an issue with a SanDisk media
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Mac mini now has fourth-generation Intel Core processors, increased graphics performance, and ultrafast 802.11ac wireless networking. It also features two Thunderbolt 2 ports, great built-in apps, and OS X Yosemite. And it's still the world's most power-efficient desktop.
Overall
4 out of 5
4 out of 5It's still a nice system
By Pablo
Don't be fooled by the Mac Mini's internal hardware. It may not have been updated in a few years but it's still capable of outputting to a 4K monitor and even editing 4K video with ease. I purchased a 12.9" iPad Pro last year and found myself using it more and more instead of my notebook. I would turn to my MacBook Pro only when I wanted to do very specific things, like encode a video in Handbrake. So I sold it off and decided a Mac Mini would fit that need just fine. At the time, it pretty much had the same internal hardware as the $1200 iMac but I didn't need the monitor (not when I have two 1080p monitors sitting at my desk).
Overall, I've been pleased with this little machine. The dual-core Core i5 is still a solid CPU and only marginally behind the current generation in terms of performance (it's about 15% the new Kaby Lake chips when it comes to benchmarks, big deal), 8GB of RAM is more than enough to accomplish basic and even more advanced tasks in macOS, and I forgot what it was like having access to so much built-in storage after migrating from a 128GB MacBook Pro. Apple also included Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11ac, there are four USB 3.0 ports, two Thunderbolt 2 ports, analog audio in, analog/digital audio out, an SDXC card reader, and HDMI output. There's also a front-facing IR port but I think it only works with the older, silver remote and not the new touchpad remote.
The one thing that still shocked me was how small this desktop is. It's about the same size as older set-top-box streaming units but packs a lot more power in an elegant anodized aluminum enclosure. Overall, I have found three negatives with the current Mac Mini. The positives were more than enough to outweigh anything I have against the Mac Mini but I will list them anyways.
First, it is a pain to upgrade the internal hardware of the Mac Mini and the only thing you can change out is the internal storage. The RAM is now soldered directly onto the logic board and is no longer user-replaceable. It takes quite a bit of time and effort to get the black rubber cover off. After you've spent 15 minutes doing this, you'll be greeted with an aluminum sheet held on by hex screws. It's only after removing those when you'll start to see the internal hardware but even then, it takes a couple of minutes to finally get to the hard drive. This really shouldn't shock anyone in this day and age as Apple has long been making non-upgradable PCs. The Mac Mini used to be the last holdout after the iMac but that's changed now. Make sure you get whatever features you want upfront as you won't be able to add anything else except external components later down the line.
Second, I really wish this would of come with a Fusion Drive as standard even if it was a 1TB Fusion Drive with only 64GB of SSD (instead of the 128GB standard). Going from a MacBook Pro with SSD to a Mac Mini with a hard drive has taken some getting used to. Programs take a good 4-5 seconds longer to open, it takes longer to load things, and rebooting the system takes a while. Once programs and things are loaded, the Mac Mini handles them well just like any other Mac with SSD. It' the initial opening and loading that adds time.
Lastly, I definitely wouldn't pay $699 for this. For that price, the internal hardware is too old and you should be getting an SSD (or at least a Fusion Drive) standard. I purchased my Mac Mini when it was on sale for $599 and I had another coupon that dropped it down to $499. For that price, it's a pretty solid desktop for those that prefer macOS to Windows. At $699, it's an expensive system that's not worth it. You would be better off saving up and getting a new iMac instead for $300 more.
That being said, I'm fine with the internal hardware at the price that I paid. It encodes 1080p, h.264 movies (with stereo AAC and 5.1 Dolby Digital sound) in less time than it took my 2015 MacBook Pro (and even Surface Pro 4), takes up very little desk space, is still a sharp looking machine, and it pretty quiet (I've never really heard the hard drive or fans kick on). It has served it's purpose and is exactly what I wanted out of a desktop.
I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to dip their toes into macOS or someone who needs a newer desktop but already has a monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc. Just make sure you wait until the Mini is on sale, otherwise it's not worth the $700 price.
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Suitable for Final Cut Pro ?
September 25, 2018
Is this Mac Mini Suitable for Final Cut Pro ? Thanks !
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MacBook Pro has a tenth-generation quad-core Intel processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz. A brilliant and colorful Retina display with True Tone technology for a more true-to-life viewing experience. A backlit Magic Keyboard and Touch ID. Fast integrated graphics. And the versatile Touch Bar for more ways to be productive. It's Apple's most powerful 13-inch notebook. Pushed even further.
Is this MacBook powerful enough to edit in full HD in Final Cut Pro? Thanks!
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Monitor your property from your phone, tablet or PC with the Ring Spotlight Cam Wired, a plug-in motion-activated security camera with two-way audio, LED spotlights and a siren alarm. Ring Spotlight Cam Wired lets you create and customize your own motion zones, so you can focus on the most important areas of your home. When anyone steps on your property and triggers your motion sensors, you~ll get an instant alert on your phone, tablet and PC. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere.
How's the brightness of this Spotlight compared to the Ring flood lights? Thanks
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Simplify data storage with this SanDisk 128GB SD Ultra PLUS memory card. With transfer speeds of up to 130MB per second, this card lets you quickly copy photos, movies and other files from devices. This SanDisk 128GB SD Ultra PLUS memory card features durable construction for withstanding shocks, high temperatures and other damage.
Capture an expansive view of the road with the wide-angle lens of this Anker ROAV dash cam. It has a gravity sensor that~s automatically motion-activated to document hit-and-runs, and the Advanced Sony Exmor CMOS feature and Nighthawk Vision technology produce high-quality recordings of day and night events. This Anker ROAV dash cam has built-in Wi-Fi for wireless management.