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    November 7, 2018
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Heat various dishes quickly with this 1.1 cu. ft. Insignia countertop microwave. Preprogrammed settings let you easily defrost frozen meals and prepare popcorn, pizza and hot beverages, and the 1000W of power enable fast reheating of cooked food. This black Insignia countertop microwave has electronic controls and an LED display for simple operation.
 
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Nice microwave
on December 28, 2020
Posted by: John
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a nice microwave for the price. Does everything I need it to do and has extra features my old microwave didn't have. Heats up a cup of coffee in 30 seconds.
Length of ownership: 25
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Switch a device off and on remotely with this Geeni Spot smart Wi-Fi plug. It works with a 2.4GHz network connection and lets you set scheduled operations for a plugged appliance or lighting fixture via the Geeni app. Use Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant or Microsoft Cortana to operate this Geeni Spot smart Wi-Fi plug by voice.
 
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Works good. Noisy relay
on August 2, 2020
Posted by: John
Verified Purchase:Yes
Works good and was easy to setup. Works well with Google home. Relay is a little noisy when turning on and off.
Length of ownership: 275
Mobile Submission: true
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
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Gather the whole family for an evening of artistic fun with this Mattel Pictionary Air. The free app lets you see sketches in real-time on your smart device, and you can take turns drawing clues in the air as you try to outguess everyone else. Amplify the fun by playing with this Mattel Pictionary Air on a bigger screen through casting gameplay to compatible TVs.
 
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3 out of 5
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Not very user friendly
on August 2, 2020
Posted by: John
Verified Purchase:Yes
Too much lag. Good idea but not quite ready for prime time.
Length of ownership: 232
Mobile Submission: true
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
3 out of 5
3
Value
3 out of 5
3
Ease of Use
1 out of 5
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Versatility and performance collide with the new VIZIO D-Series HD Smart TV. D-Series comes loaded with a full array backlight for better contrast and uniformity, brilliant 720p HD resolution and an ultra-fast VIZIO IQ processor with support for immersive audio pass-through for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Stream it all with the award-winning SmartCast platform loaded with the best selection of built-in apps including WatchFree+ that lets you enjoy free access to live TV and hundreds of free channels right out of the box. SmartCast also works with Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast built-in, offering unparalleled entertainment in a size that fits your lifestyle.
 
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Good TV at a decent price
on August 2, 2020
Posted by: John
Verified Purchase:Yes
I like this Tv. It's packed with features and has a good picture. The price was right too.
Length of ownership: 95
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Protect your computer and personal information with this Trend Micro Security automatically renewing software. It lets you browse online in safety, keeps your social media accounts secure and blocks dangerous websites from downloading malware. Shield your kids from inappropriate sites and deter theft of your identity with this Trend Micro Security software.
 
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Works ok I guess
on August 2, 2020
Posted by: John
Verified Purchase:Yes
Seems to work fine. Slows down the PC a little bit.
Length of ownership: 19
Mobile Submission: true
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Ease of Use
4 out of 5
4
Quality
3 out of 5
3
Value
3 out of 5
3
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Lenovo 510A-15ICB Desktop: Take care of business with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop computer. The Intel Core i3 processor and 8GB of RAM let you engage with intensive applications, while the DVD-RW drive lets you watch movies and install new programs. This Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop computer has a 1TB hard drive to store your files.
 
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Nice speedy desktop
on August 2, 2020
Posted by: John
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a nice desktop PC for everyday tasks. Runs great. Nice price.
Length of ownership: 19
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
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5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Feel at home with the natural warm brightness of this 650-lumen LIFX Mini White smart light. Its E26 base and A19 bulb are compatible with most lamps and other lighting fixtures, and it's dimmable, so you can set the right mood. Control this 8W LIFX Mini White smart light by voice or via the mobile app.
 
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Nice light. Easy setup
on August 2, 2020
Posted by: John
Verified Purchase:Yes
Nice light which is just as bright as a typical LEd bulb. Easy setup and works well with Google. Nice price too.
Length of ownership: 4
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5 out of 5
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Protect your desktop computer and other electronics with this CyberPower UPS standby system. Composite integrated circuitry defends against lightning while the system works to safeguard against power surges, brownouts or outages that can jeopardize delicate wiring. The 12-volt battery backup on this CyberPower UPS standby system has eight standard outlets to handle multiple devices, ensuring extra protection for electronics for up to 90 seconds at full load.
 
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Good for low power devices
on July 27, 2020
Posted by: John
Verified Purchase:Yes
This UPS is best for low power devices. Don't let the pictures fool you, there's no USB port on this model.
Length of ownership: 26
Mobile Submission: true
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
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Its legit but limited
on March 2, 2019
Posted by: John
from Champaign, IL
Verified Purchase:Yes
Plan on spending more than you expect on this deal.
Mobile Submission: True
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Click and scroll on the computer with this Logitech wireless mouse. The all-year power pack lets you avoid frequent battery changes, and the plug-and-play nano-receiver is small enough to slide into a USB port and leave connected. This Logitech wireless mouse is shaped to fit comfortably in the hand.
 
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Nice compact mouse
on March 1, 2019
Posted by: John
from Champaign, IL
Verified Purchase:Yes
Works well. Feels good in the hand. Good battery life. Nice price
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed with 299Wh capacity and charging up to 6 devices at once, the Anker SOLIX 522 is a best portable battery powered generator to power your 99% consumer electronics like cell phone, laptop, drones, fan, TV and etc when you are in on-the-go off grid adventures(camping, tailgating, RV road trip , gateway) or as an emergency home backup if the electricity goes out unexpectedly. As a portable power station, it weighs only 8.6 pounds, making it a breeze to carry around.
 

Is this item refurbished or new? I opened the sealed box and there are fingerprints, smudges and wipe marks on the unit. It also won't charge to 100%. Really seems like a refurb but I don't see anything that mentions refurbished.

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The 4-Series 4K TCL Android TV delivers stunning Ultra HD picture quality with four times the resolution of Full HD for enhanced clarity and detail, as well as endless entertainment with thousands of streaming apps. Watch your entertainment favorites in one place, with seamless access to over 700,000 movies and TV episodes, your cable box, gaming console, and other devices~all from a simple, speedy home screen. Enjoy entertainment, get answers, and control devices around your home using the built-in Google Assistant. Plus, with Chromecast built-in, you can easily cast movies, shows, and photos from your Android or iOS device to your TCL Android TV. Connect all your favorite devices with the multiple HDMI inputs. Cord cutters can access free, over-the-air HD content with the built-in tuner or watch live TV from popular cable-replacement services like YouTube TV, Sling, Hulu and more.
 

I had the Google version of this TV and it would only output stereo PCM over optical and ARC. Is this TV any different? I'm looking for Dolby digital surround sound over optical.

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The A6G series. Proving that good things come in big packages too. Take your pick from 85~, 75~, 70~, 65~, 60~, 55~, 50~ and 43~ screens. For 4K UHD picture quality, in the perfect size for your space. With Android TV, you can discover 700,000+ movies and shows in one place. Ask Google to control your TV with your voice. And cast your photos, videos, and music from devices to your TV easily with Chromecast built-in~. Add to that Dolby Vision HDR and Auto Low Latency Game Mode. Or as we call it, a great looking TV.
 

I'm considering buying this TV but I'm not sure if I can get surround sound signals from the optical port. I don't have an ARC or eARC receiver and rely on optical connection. The TV I have now downmixes everything to stereo out of the optical port.

4 years, 5 months ago
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The 4-Series 4K TCL Google TV delivers stunning Ultra HD picture quality with four times the resolution of Full HD for enhanced clarity and detail, as well as endless entertainment with thousands of streaming apps. Your entertainment is all in one place. Watch movies and shows from across your favorite apps, intelligently organized just for you. Tune in to live shows, curate watchlists, and get recommendations based on what you have watched and what interests you. Finding what to watch has never been easier with TCL Google TV. Use your voice to find movies, stream apps, play music, and control the TV. Ask Google to find a specific title, search by genre, or get personalized recommendations by saying, ~what should I watch?~ Even get answers like sports scores, control smart home devices, and more. Press the Google Assistant button on the remote control to get started. Connect all your favorite devices with the multiple HDMI inputs. Cord cutters can access free, over-the-air HD content with the advanced digital TV tuner or watch live TV from popular cable-replacement services like YouTube TV, Sling, Hulu and more.
 

Does this tv support 5.1 channel surround sound? I've tried everything possible and can only get stereo PCM out of this TV. Whether it's apps, live tv, PlayStation or a blu-ray player I get nothing but stereo even though the TV is set to pass thru. Optica

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Store important games, videos, music, and more on this Western Digital Blue series hard drive. Its 2.5-inch form factor makes it suitable for use in laptops or notebooks. This 1TB Western Digital Blue series hard drive runs at 5400 rpm for decreased heat and power consumption.
 

I installed the drive but the computer isn't finding it. is there a download or something I need?

You have to initialize the disk. One way to do that is to connect to a computer via USB and go to disk management and it will prompt you to initialize.
7 years, 3 months ago
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Google Home Mini is a smart speaker powered by the Google Assistant, so you can ask it questions and tell it to do things. Just start with "Ok Google" to enjoy your entertainment, get answers from Google, tackle your day, and control your smart home. Google Home Mini works on its own or you can have a few around the house, giving you the power of Google anywhere."
 

Is the home mini compatible to Pandora and spoify? And am I able to use at the office?

Yes, it is. You can link pandora and spotify accounts in the google home app. Regarding using at the office, as long as you have an internet connection there then it will work.
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