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- Review count41
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- First reviewNovember 4, 2018
- Last reviewFebruary 5, 2023
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- Average rating3.8
- Review comment count7
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- First review commentOctober 23, 2020
- Last review commentJuly 14, 2023
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- First questionJune 30, 2021
- Last questionDecember 6, 2021
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ZenBook Duo 14 lets you get things done in style: calmly, efficiently, and with zero fuss. It's your powerful and elegant next level companion for on the go productivity and creativity, featuring the ScreenPad Plus secondary display with a tilting design that offers effortless ergonomics and seamless workflows. Powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core processors, ZenBook Duo 14 brings you all the benefits of tomorrow's technology, today.
Customer Rating
5
Nice
on February 5, 2023
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
I really like this laptop. Top quality from Asus. I have some other laptops for gaming but this may be my favorite, just not really for serious gaming. Asus does have better dual screen laptops that are for gaming but they cost a lot more than this one. I got it on sale for a good price. The extra screen is great for multitasking or you can use it as a customizable control panel for most apps. The keyboard is still full sized and the smaller trackpad works great too. 14" is perfect size for a laptop IMO. Light weight with 2 thunderbolt ports and hdmi and 1 usb a. i5 is fast enough for most stuff but they also make i7 and i9 versions if you want to spend a bit more. Good battery life too.
Makes good use of space that is kind of wasted on normal laptops.
Makes good use of space that is kind of wasted on normal laptops.
Length of ownership: 6
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Battery Life
5
Speed
5
Display
5
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The Stanley FatMax Power Station is a professional-grade, multi-use power system that operates as a portable jump starter, a digital air compressor and a power supply. Whether you require a safety back-up in your vehicle, a power source for camping or tailgating or a portable air compressor for tires, this power station has you covered. Compact and easily portable, the FatMax Power Station is perfect for travelers and outdoor adventurers who want to avoid getting stuck without power or a jump start. It delivers serious jump-starting power with 1400 peak amps and 700 instant starting amps. This is enough juice to jump-start a 12V battery in your car, truck, SUV, motorcycle, boat, RV, ATV or tractor without another vehicle for assistance, which makes it a great system for back roads and private property. For safe use, the power station features a reverse polarity alarm that alerts you to an improper connection when boosting. The system's 120 PSI digital air compressor is ideal for inflating vehicle tires on the go without a traditional power source. Autostop and SureFit nozzle features protect against over-inflating and help create a tight seal when filling. This versatile battery charging system also acts as a convenient 500W household power source. It's equipped with a USB charging port and dual 120V AC outlets to charge your phone and electronic devices for up to 10 hours. For ultimate ease of use in all conditions, its high-powered LED/LCD screen ensures simple operation in the dark. The Stanley FatMax Power Station delivers on-demand power in a rugged design, for lasting performance you can count on.
Customer Rating
3
Where's the accessories?
on March 20, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
Didn't come with accessories listed, only a needle adapter for inflating sports balls. No ac extension cord or 12v charging cable or any other adapters. Stil seems ok as you can use an ordinary extension cord to charge it if it fits. Should provide enough power to jumpstart most cars or inflate a couple of tires. Haven't tried the ac inverter for powering ac devices yet. Quality seems ok but not great.
Length of ownership: 74
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
3
Value
3
Ease of Use
3
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With an adjustable internal partition, mesh pouches and 3 external pouches, this Sony LCSU21 case lets you take your camera or camcorder and accessories with you on the go. The shoulder strap makes it easy to transport your gear.
Customer Rating
5
Nice mid size bag
on February 7, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
Fits my needs well without being too big. I have a Sony - Alpha ZV-E10 with an extra lens and the handheld tripod. Also room for extra battery and sd disks, power supply, etc. I still have a little room left for small stuff but not much. If you carry a lot of stuff you may need something bigger. Seems pretty sturdy for the price. I like it.
Length of ownership: 128
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Value
5
Ease of Use
4
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Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney, Billy Crudup, Jessica Lange. Tim Burton's lavish and embracing story about a dying man's lifelong habit of telling tall tales and his grown son who feels he never really got to know his father. 2003/color/125 min/PG-13.
Customer Rating
4
OK movie
on February 7, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
It's pretty good. A little Tim Burtonish, if you like him you'll probably like this. I like some of his movies but some not so much. Kind of sad but still ok. Has Obi Wan which helps.
Length of ownership: 55
Mobile Submission: False
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![The Runaways [Blu-ray] [2010]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/304b2327-370a-41e7-956a-951dd4939472.png)
Customer Rating
3
Just ok
on January 30, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not too bad but I expected better. It was really a little depressing overall. I may try to watch it again to try to find something redeeming about it. The true story may be even more depressing but could be a better movie.
Length of ownership: 151
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
4
OK
on January 30, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not as many laughs as I expected but there are some. Mostly just documentary style interviews with several of his costars which do give some insight into his background and opinions of him. I am a big fan of Chris Farley and miss him. This movie is a bit sad but still enjoyable. Just wish it had something more.
Length of ownership: 18
Mobile Submission: False
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![Star 80 [DVD] [1983]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/dcc638f9-33ac-4bd3-8aeb-03fd36970297.jpg)
Customer Rating
4
Pretty good
on January 30, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not sure how accurate this is to the true story but maybe? Eric Roberts is good as he hams it up and steals the show. The rest of the cast seem like extras next to him. Some boobs thrown in to sell the movie. Wish it was more about the real story and not so commercial.
Length of ownership: 9
Mobile Submission: False
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Customer Rating
2
not too bad?
on January 30, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
Seemed like a lame ripoff of Vanishing Point. A movie length carchase that goes nowhere. Vanishing Point is one of my faves but this one isn't. Even Goldie Hawn seems lame but I still like her. Not bad if it was free, almost worth the time spent watching it.
Length of ownership: 55
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
2
Not great
on January 30, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not as good as I expected. Kind of hard for me to watch. Willem Dafoe and most of the other actors seem to be stoned most of the time. Only David Bowie seemed really good though his part was kind of short. Too much nudity for a film supposedly about Jesus, I guess they were trying to sell it. I can't recommend it.
Length of ownership: 46
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
5
Good movie
on January 30, 2022
Posted by: InspectorGadget
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not really what I expected. Much better. One of Eric Roberts earlier movies. He and Jon Voight are really good in this film. Great suspense. Not for timid ears as they use the f word quite a bit but otherwise nothing too bad. I really enjoyed it and will likely watch it many more times.
Length of ownership: 9
Mobile Submission: False
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The ROCCAT Vulcan TKL is a tenkeyless variant of the award-winning Vulcan family. This smaller form factor means gamers have room for a larger pad and can use a bigger range of a mouse movements, ultimately giving them greater accuracy. The linear Titan Switch Mechanical delivers the industry~s best in speed and responsiveness. The switch adds to a comprehensive feature set that gamers know and love. The low-profile design is engineered for comfort and to reduce fatigue. Impressive durability and build quality thanks to its reinforcing black anodized aluminum top plate, switches rated to 100 million keystrokes, dedicated mixer-style audio controls and per-key AIMO RGB lighting.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5A best in class compact, mechanical keyboard
By Bren
from Central Point, OR
This keyboard represents one of the better gaming keyboards in this form factor on the market right now. For a compact, high quality, excellent performing keyboard, you cannot go wrong with this keyboard. Here are the pros and cons of my experience thus far.
Pros:
-The keys themselves, as red linear switches, are absolutely stunning in their feel, look, and function. They have low profile keycaps that seem to curve inward--cradling your fingertips with every key stroke. Roccat claims that these have some sort of reinforcement in them to reduce side-to-side play and I can absolutely attest to that being true. I have had no less than 4 red linear switch mechanical keyboards, and these keys are the first among them to feel this strong and resistant to side to side play.
-The keys themselves, as red linear switches, are absolutely stunning in their feel, look, and function. They have low profile keycaps that seem to curve inward--cradling your fingertips with every key stroke. Roccat claims that these have some sort of reinforcement in them to reduce side-to-side play and I can absolutely attest to that being true. I have had no less than 4 red linear switch mechanical keyboards, and these keys are the first among them to feel this strong and resistant to side to side play.
-Low profile, compact footprint. If you are looking for a small, easily portable keyboard for competitive gameplay or precise typing on the go, this is an amazing option. It is so low profile in fact, that even with my bad wrists, I do not feel that a wrist rest is necessitated to type with this for extended periods of time. The fact that it is detachable from its USB-C cord too makes it easy to clear space off my desk if I need it, which leads us into the next pro…:
-It is compatible with any USB-C cord!!! I tested this, and the keyboard worked with any USB-C to USB-A cable I had. That means, that if you are running a clean home desktop setup and you don’t want to be unplugging your cords from the computer itself all the time, you can leave the cord plugged in to the desktop and easily pack up this keyboard with any other USB-C cord that is compatible with the device you want to hook it up to. I am half-tempted to take this keyboard between work and home as it is so much nicer to type on than the awful membrane keyboards there. With how easy this is to plug and unplug, that is a distinct possibility!
-The AIMO lighting option is super cool. I actually don’t even know where to begin to explain it better than Roccat’s website can, but I am really enjoying it as part of my rainbow vomit computing setup! For the other lighting options though, I have explored the Roccat Swarm lighting software, and I cannot seem to find any evidence that this has individual RGB programming for each key. It seems to be relegated to pre-programmed lighting zones. This is not a huge deal to me, but something that I want others to be aware of.
-High quality materials. Roccat cut no corners here. The brushed aluminum top of this keyboard is gorgeous. The plastics of the keyboard are not flimsy at all and are a silky, matte finish--befitting a more grown up gaming keyboard. The hinges of the feet of the keyboard are firm and snappy, something I noticed when I first messed with them. All in all, the build quality of this keyboard is outstanding.
-Unlike some manufacturers, I appreciate the placement ROCCAT chose to put some of the FN secondary options on various keys. For example, on this truncated keyboard, I find that I appreciated the choice of turning the Windows shortcut key on the left into an FN key, making it easier with my natural typing position to navigate some of the FN media keys. This was done by the way by selecting FN and END together.
Cons:
-Only the most sensitive ears will notice (the same ones that noticed the mosquito ring tone back in like 2005-2008 that all the kids would play during classes), but there is a very high pitched low-buzzing noise that my specific keyboard is emitting, similar to coil whine. I have tested it, and the source seems to be from the LED lighting of the keyboard. When I turn off the LED lighting, the noise disappears. The brighter the LED lighting, the louder it is. I was able to get down the brightness to a certain level where the noise was no longer emitting. This could be unique to my unit and I am sure that if it is something that bothered me enough, Roccat would stand behind there warranty and replace it. Frankly, I do not think most people will notice this and the issue is eliminated altogether with a headset while computing or gaming.
-Only the most sensitive ears will notice (the same ones that noticed the mosquito ring tone back in like 2005-2008 that all the kids would play during classes), but there is a very high pitched low-buzzing noise that my specific keyboard is emitting, similar to coil whine. I have tested it, and the source seems to be from the LED lighting of the keyboard. When I turn off the LED lighting, the noise disappears. The brighter the LED lighting, the louder it is. I was able to get down the brightness to a certain level where the noise was no longer emitting. This could be unique to my unit and I am sure that if it is something that bothered me enough, Roccat would stand behind there warranty and replace it. Frankly, I do not think most people will notice this and the issue is eliminated altogether with a headset while computing or gaming.
-The space bar on my unit does have a distinct metallic ping on the rebound from its pressed in position. This may reduce with break-in time, but it is worth mentioning.
Overall, pros and cons placed into consideration. I will give this keyboard a huge thumbs up. I am thrilled to have it as part of my gaming arsenal, and it is further evidence that Roccat knows what they are doing in the gaming industry!
InspectorGadget
October 23, 2020
If you click on the keys in the Swarm screen you can change their individual colors. You can also drag to select more than one key.
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![Zero Dark Thirty [DVD] [2012]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/9e078d2a-c5fb-46ee-a9da-ecb817634b95.jpg)
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5No digital copy
By g802
Best Buy website states that a digital copy is included. It is not.
InspectorGadget
You don't need it
July 2, 2021
This movie isn't that good. Who wants a digital copy anyway?
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The Homedics 16" drift sandscape elevates your space and mind, leaving you free to daydream, focus, and create. The metal sphere takes your eyes on a soothing journey through hundreds of ever changing patterns and colors. Customize your ambience with mesmerizing LED mood-lights that you can control from the app. The shifting sands allow you to drift whenever and wherever, to increase relaxation, inspire creativity, boost your mood, and enhance focus. Start to drift in 4 easy steps. After a quick and easy assembly, power up your sandscape by plugging it into an outlet near a desk or side table. Download the app and follow the simple setup instructions, then turn on your sandscape to drift and invite calm in.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5I sincerely regret getting this thing!
By InspectorGadget
I must have got a defective or broken one since other reviews seem mostly positive. Either that or my android phones just aren't compatible. I actually tried three different generations of phones and none worked right. I naturally started with my current android phone which works fine with all other apps I have tried but this device failed miserably.
My newest phone ran the app fine though the app did seem a little quirky and not the easiest to use perhaps because it just wouldn't control the drift like it should have. This was using the previous version of the app which was the newest at the time. It showed the device as connecting via bluetooth and would power it off/on and occasionally change the colors of the light when requested but not always. It also updated the drift firmware (or at least seemed to) fine but that was it. None of the patterns or other controls would actually work. The little ball would sometimes wiggle a bit and you could sometimes hear noises from it but it just seemed stuck. It did sometimes start the default cleanup pattern when first powered up but that seemed independent of the app. I tried all the resets and troubleshooting methods suggested in the instructions but nothing worked.
So then I tried my old android phone but had the same result. I even tried my older phone but the app wouldn't even open on it. I finally decided to give up and wait for an update to the app which did occur recently in Aug (2022). I powered it up and it finally did one pattern which was different (though I hadn't chosen it) and that was it. The app went right back to the previous behavior with no control of the device except on/off and some color control. The device really is pretty useless without the app unless you need a giant ashtray or a fancy litterbox for your cat though you would likely need more sand for those uses.
For a device advertised as soothing and calming mine has had the opposite effect. It has been frustrating and made me grumpy instead. The only soothing effect might be smashing it with a hammer or throwing it into a brick wall but it has wasted enough of my time already. Maybe I'll just let my cat poop in it.
InspectorGadget
Getting better after several updates
August 31, 2022
It seems to be working better now though the patterns seem kind of random rather than the ones I choose. I finally tried the playlist option and that seems to work better than trying a single pattern. Takes a long time to download a playlist to the device and some patience for it to start working but it finally is working better. Hope they keep updating the app as it still seems a little buggy on my android phone.
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The Homedics 16" drift sandscape elevates your space and mind, leaving you free to daydream, focus, and create. The metal sphere takes your eyes on a soothing journey through hundreds of ever changing patterns and colors. Customize your ambience with mesmerizing LED mood-lights that you can control from the app. The shifting sands allow you to drift whenever and wherever, to increase relaxation, inspire creativity, boost your mood, and enhance focus. Start to drift in 4 easy steps. After a quick and easy assembly, power up your sandscape by plugging it into an outlet near a desk or side table. Download the app and follow the simple setup instructions, then turn on your sandscape to drift and invite calm in.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5I sincerely regret getting this thing!
By InspectorGadget
I must have got a defective or broken one since other reviews seem mostly positive. Either that or my android phones just aren't compatible. I actually tried three different generations of phones and none worked right. I naturally started with my current android phone which works fine with all other apps I have tried but this device failed miserably.
My newest phone ran the app fine though the app did seem a little quirky and not the easiest to use perhaps because it just wouldn't control the drift like it should have. This was using the previous version of the app which was the newest at the time. It showed the device as connecting via bluetooth and would power it off/on and occasionally change the colors of the light when requested but not always. It also updated the drift firmware (or at least seemed to) fine but that was it. None of the patterns or other controls would actually work. The little ball would sometimes wiggle a bit and you could sometimes hear noises from it but it just seemed stuck. It did sometimes start the default cleanup pattern when first powered up but that seemed independent of the app. I tried all the resets and troubleshooting methods suggested in the instructions but nothing worked.
So then I tried my old android phone but had the same result. I even tried my older phone but the app wouldn't even open on it. I finally decided to give up and wait for an update to the app which did occur recently in Aug (2022). I powered it up and it finally did one pattern which was different (though I hadn't chosen it) and that was it. The app went right back to the previous behavior with no control of the device except on/off and some color control. The device really is pretty useless without the app unless you need a giant ashtray or a fancy litterbox for your cat though you would likely need more sand for those uses.
For a device advertised as soothing and calming mine has had the opposite effect. It has been frustrating and made me grumpy instead. The only soothing effect might be smashing it with a hammer or throwing it into a brick wall but it has wasted enough of my time already. Maybe I'll just let my cat poop in it.
InspectorGadget
Thanks for the comment JinOH.
August 31, 2022
It seemed to be an endless loop of updates but it is working better now. I'm using it with my old android phone so I don't have to tie up my current one. Haven't tried it again with my current android phone yet.
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Express your sense of style and experience immersive audio as you work and play with Logitech~s Zone Vibe 100 wireless headphones with microphone. With powerful 40 mm speakers featuring deep, full-bodied bass, crisp highs, and low distortion audio, this Logitech Zone wireless headset brings your meetings to life. These breathable, lightweight headphones weigh just 185 grams and are comfortable enough to wear all day, with soft memory foam ear cushions and an adjustable design. Vibe 100 wireless Bluetooth headphones with microphone make virtual meetings from home seamless with popular video platform compatibility, easy on-ear controls, and a flip to mute, noise canceling microphone. Adjust sidetone, mic level, and EQ for your preferred audio experience using the Logi Tune desktop or mobile app. Keep your devices up to date and join meetings with just one click. Enjoy the freedom to move about and stay connected between devices with multipoint Bluetooth headphones that have up to 30 meters of range, up to 18 hours talk time, and 20 hours listening time. Made with 25% post-consumer recycled plastic, you can feel good about using these Logi over ear Bluetooth headphones.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Nice wireless headphones, but a little overpriced.
By TheRoots
I got these to replace some existing 6-year old wired headphones that are showing signs of wear. My other headphones are from a name brand which specializes in audio sound. I don't think the sound on the Logitech Vibe 100s have that "full" sound that my other headphones do. Also, the Logitech headphones are priced just under what my other ones cost 6 years ago.
These headphones are very light and comfortable. The construction seems to be very good. They are mostly plastic with some synthetic fabric material. The material seems thin, so we'll see how well it wears over time. But, the synthetic fabric makes them cooler to wear for long periods of time. They also don't press on my ears like my older, name brand ones do. So, these are considerably more comfortable to wear for a longer period of time.
I've had these for 5 days and have used them 3-5 hours per day. I've used these headphones on phone calls, webinars, watching a video, playing a game, and listening to music. The sound is good to great (not excellent, but I'm kind of an audiophile). I was able to connect them to my cell phone (Samsung S22), tablet (Samsung S3), and Windows PC (Dell XPS) without any problems. Pairing with a device is quick and simple.
Logitech should have included a quick start guide, because I had to experiment to find out how to pair them and use the controls. The controls are easy to use, but I wish they would have moved some of the controls to the other ear. I find it is easy to push some of the button by accident. The Mic is active noise cancelling and the sound from the Mic is very good. I've never had anyone complain they couldn't understand me. I really, really like that you can easily mute the Mic by tucking it back into the ear piece out of the way. So, if you need to "take a break" while on a phone call or webinar, no one can hear what you're doing. (What a relief!)
I only had one problem while using them. Sometimes the headphones would just turn off. The in-ear voice would just say "power off" and the light goes off, but the power button is still in the on position. I could turn them back on and was able to go on with what I was doing. It didn't seem to matter what the battery level was, because it's happened at 50%, 70% and 100% charge. The headphone charge does last a very long time, so they are truly "all day" and they recharge quickly.
Overall, I have no problem recommending these and would buy them again. But, for the power off issue and the price, I did drop the rating down one star.
InspectorGadget
November 2, 2022
The user guide is available at logitech's website. They also have free apps for pc, android, iphone which allows you to set a timer for how long to stay on when inactive.
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Upgrade your pet care routine with the latest self-cleaning litter box: Litter-Robot~ 4. Litter-Robot~ is a smart self-cleaning litter box for cats that automatically cleans your cat~s litter box after each use. Never scoop cat litter again and ensure a consistently cleaner environment for both your pet and your home. With its cutting-edge technology, this robot litter box uses activity sensors to detect usage and automatically start a cleaning cycle that matches your pet~s habits and preferences. The patented litter-sifting technology separates your cat~s waste from the clean litter, and drops it into the tightly sealed waste drawer. Simply empty it when full! Engineered to simplify and enhance the pet parent experience, Litter-Robot~ 4 is controllable via the Whisker app and features customizable settings. Create pet profiles, monitor your cat~s weight and real-time litter box usage, and view waste drawer and litter levels straight from your phone. Litter-Robot~ even alerts you when the waste drawer is full! Whether you're at work, on vacation, or simply relaxing at home, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your pet's bathroom hygiene is being expertly managed by your smart litter box. Plus, Litter-Robot 4~s ultra-quiet operation minimizes disruptions to your daily life and provides a serene and peaceful environment for you and your pet. The quiet cleaning cycles make it perfect for use in any room of your home, day or night. Experience the future of pet care with Litter-Robot~ 4, the smart self-cleaning litter box, and never scoop again.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Poop (and pee) in here cat!
By InspectorGadget
Well, I've had this for two weeks now but my cat hasn't used it yet. I tried the suggested procedures to begin with and finally removed her old box (which she seemed to enjoy using and marking with her smells) but with the warm weather we are currently experiencing she apparently prefers going outside to do her business.
Her background may explain some of the situation. I didn't really plan to have a cat but a few years ago she started appearing in my backyard. My mom was always a cat freak so as a kid we always had several cats and I had been accustomed to them as friends as well as helping to care for them. When this cat (my cat?) started showing up in my yard I assumed she belonged to one of my neighbors and tried to make friends with her but she would always run away. That is until July 4th started to get near and my neighbors would start shooting off fireworks. On July 3rd she suddenly became very friendly and apparently decided to adopt me. I guess she had been a stray/feral cat for awhile but was unsure about me until then. I was a bit surprised but felt sorry for her so I let her stick around. She's a real sweetie so you can probably guess the rest.
I was working at the time (I'm retired now) so I would always make sure she was out of the house when I left for work but when I got home she was usually waiting for me. I guess someone had trained her to use a box since she was glad to use it when inside. But she had been outside for a long time and so was used to the outdoors as well.
I expect she will eventually start using this litter box especially when the weather starts changing but for now she seems content to go outside. She's not really afraid of it as I have put her in it several times but she just won't go in it yet. She just jumps back out a few seconds after I put her in.
The Litter Robot seems well made and should contain the litter and smells much better than a basic box. She used to make quite a mess trying to bury her stuff in her old box getting litter all over the floor. This will be much more convenient since it deposits the wastes directly into a bag and the app will tell you if it starts to get full. (You can always check it manually as well.)
It is a bit pricey so you have to decide if you really want to invest the amount to save scooping and cleaning up from a regular box but it seems worth it to me (assuming my cat will start using it). If you have more than one cat or plan to get another then it's almost a necessity. The accessories available from whisker look nice too but not really required, you can use regular clumping(?) clay litter and regular trash bags with it.
Pretty fancy toilet for a cat but convenient for a cat owner. You could maybe teach your cat to use your toilet but I don't really want to share mine with my cat.
InspectorGadget
She finally pooped in it!
June 30, 2023
The next day after I wrote this review my cat had an urgent need to poop. (A touch of the runs apparently. Not sure what she ate.) She was a bit frantic and jumping around a bit and I saw her sniff at the new contraption. She wanted to go outside but I put her in the new kitty toilet and she went like crazy. It sure stunk bad until I did the clean cycle and the smell gradually went away. It did it's job well and she seemed ok with it. I think she just thought it was too fancy for her to poop in but now she thinks she's all that.
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Meet the new Dell Inspiron 3020 Mini Tower. Experience seamless and smooth multitasking with optional graphics card for better performance and with the latest processors up to Intel 13thGen Processors. The new Inspiron Desktop comes in a compact chassis allowing it to fit anywhere in your home.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Good choice
By InspectorGadget
I would actually give this a 4.5 star rating but no half stars available here. This is a nice low to midrange desktop computer with good specs but may need a few upgrades for picky users. It does have a few upgrade options but somewhat limited. It comes with a nice thirteenth gen I5 processor which is actually pretty fast with lots of cores and threads etc. Good graphics with the onboard intel graphics though not really made for gaming. It does have a display port which gives you up to 4k or the hdmi which is only good to 1080p or both for dual displays. There is a slot for a dedicated graphics card but I'm not sure why since the included power supply can't support it and upgrading the power supply seems difficult at best if not excessive. If you require a dedicated graphics card I would recommend something else.
Only comes with 8 Gigs of ddr4 ram which is ok for normal use but power users will want more especially since the graphics need some of the ram shared. Has one stick of ram with another slot open so easy to add more (up to 64g according to Dell). Be sure to get ddr4 (preferably 3200 mhz) since ddr5 uses a different slot and so isn't backward compatible.
Also comes with a 512 gb ssd which is nice but if you need more it has connectors for a sata drive. It does have another m.2 slot but it's a small one and is used for the wireless card. You could replace the existing ssd but you would need some way to transfer the os to it.
I like that it has an optical dvd drive built in especially since I have a ton of music cd's that I'm gradually converting to mp3 so no external drive needed.
Also comes with a nice full size keyboard and mouse though nothing fancy (wired with no back lighting). I'm a bit spoiled with backlit keyboards but they should get you up and running. I do like the mouse. You will need a monitor though.
Runs cool, I never felt any heat coming from the vents. Seems like good quality from Dell at a good price. If you need a good computer but not really for gaming this is a good choice.
InspectorGadget
Update to my review
July 14, 2023
Seems a bit flakey now. I added 4G of ram from an older computer which worked ok so I bought 32G to upgrade it but it wouldn't work. I put the 32G in the old computer and it worked fine in it. So you may have some trouble upgrading the ram. Sorry but 8G just isn't enough for me. It now has 12G but has been acting kind of weird and doing things on it's own that I didn't tell it to. It seemed to select items and try to continue without my consent as if someone else was controlling it. I'm pretty sure it's not a virus since I haven't used it that much yet and I've scanned it several times. It really seems like Dell is trying to control it or make me do things. This is my second Dell computer and I had problems with my first one too. I think I'm done with Dell. If you want to let Dell control you go ahead and get one but they have lost my trust and my business. Be careful since many manufacturers may be using similar tactics. I'm beginning to think Windows is allowing this to happen. I'm thinking of going back to XP; oh wait, I already did. Maybe Google chrome will work till they start the same crap! The internet is going down the toilet. Stop trying to control me and let me do my own thing.
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where's the pc version?
4 years, 6 months ago
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InspectorGadget
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Does it support steering wheels (logitech)?
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Is it machine washable?
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Are the included speakers wireless or connected via RCA?
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If they supposedly never dull, like the name says, what does it have a built in sharpener?
Duh? I dunno, maybe read the description? Or look at the pics?
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