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Powerbeats Pro 2 feature incredibly big sound, packed into the tiniest case we~ve ever made. Designed for music first, their cleanly balanced tuning gives you the full range and emotion of all your favorite music, with richly detailed clarity and power plus accurate bass reproduction. These tiny buds have all-day battery life with up to 18 hours of playback.~ For extra power on the go, they can charge directly from your phone,~ tablet or laptop. They are ready to pair with your Apple or Android device right out of the box for seamless one-touch pairing, automatic pre-pairing across your devices, and Find My or Find My Device, for everybody.~
Customer Rating
5
Only buy if you are using for workouts…
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
These headphones are top of class in one thing and average in everythiung else. Sound is average. Noise canceling is average. In-app customization is below average. Case size is below average. If those are your prioritizes, look elswhere. Bose QC Ultra earbuds, Sony WF1000XM5 and Airpods Pro provide industry leading in some or all of those categories and would be a much better purchase… unless you want to wear them to workout. The Powerbeat Pro 2 are phenomenal workout earbuds. I put these things on and you forget they are there. Not matter what workout I do, these things do not move. Running, lifting (both horizontal and vertical lifts), biking, burpees, and anything else. These things stay seated in your ears. I cannot say that for any of the others as they constantly require adjusting or they fall out. Again, if you want earbuds soley for working out, buty these. If you are using for antying else, look elsewhere.
Length of ownership: 8
Mobile Submission: True
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5
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4
Ease of Use
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The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the *best truly wireless Noise Cancelling performance on the market. With a specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency production, deep bass and clear vocals, these headphones are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you~re in the studio with your favorite artists.
Customer Rating
5
Good TW earbuds, but it's a crowded market...
on August 5, 2023
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've had the Sony 1000X Mark series going back to the M3's. Sony has come a long way since then. These are top of the line TW earbuds, but everyone's ears are different, so your mileage may vary. I also have the Bose Quietcomfort Earbuds II and the AirPods Pro 2. Each excel at some things, while struggling with others. I've yet to find one that is perfect.
Noise Canceling - My opinion is that this is impacted by active and passive, The passive aspect cannot be discounted. So much of how well the noise canceling works depends on the seal you get with the earbuds. For me, the Bose QCII works best because it gives me the best seal. And I would say it is not even close. Second goes to the APP2 and the Sony comes in last. For whatever reason, my ears just do not do well with the foam eartips that come with the Sony's. I hear sounds at all frequency's leaking in. If you get a good seal, the Sony's may rise to the top of the list. I do feel they are better than the APP2 with the right seal and would rival the Bose QCII in my ears if I had a better seal.
Airplane use - I will say this, when I am going on a flight, for a short haul (maybe up to 2.5 hours), I am taking one of these three. They do the job well enough and fit into my pocket. For a longer haul, my WH-1000XM5's or Bose NC700 (or even QC45) go with me. Their noise canceling is obviously better, and so is the battery life, but comfort for a longer time is why I'm taking one of these.
Fit - The APP2 win here. They are just light and very comfortable. I can wear them for hours and just forget that they are there. The Sony's come in second. While the foam eartips are not good for me from a noise canceling standpoint, they are very comfortable and stay in my ears without issue. I do not, however, forget that they are there. The smaller size than the XM4's helps, but I still know I have something in my ear. Having said that, I would actually prefer the Sony's while working out or doing anything active. The Bose QCII comes in last for me. While they are very comfortable for the first 30-45 minutes, I start to get ear fatigue after that and find myself continually removing and putting back in only to have the same pain in a few minutes.
Sound Quality - To my untrained ears, the Sony's win this. The equalizer allows unlimited customization, and the base resonates with my ears. The APP2 and Bose QCII both sound very good, just not quite as good as the Sony's.
App - Sony wins this by a landslide. The number of things you can adjust and customize is amazing.
Multidevice - All three can connect to multiple devices, but only the Sony's connect to two at the same time. The APP2 offer seamless device switching, while the Bose QCII only connect to one device. If you live in an Apple ecosystem, the APP2 win this. It works so easily and efficiently. The Sony's work great with two devices, but not quite as good as the APP2.
Phone Call Quality - APP2 win this one. They sound good in all conditions, noisy and quiet environments, and even windy conditions. The Sony's sound much better than their predecessors (and when compared to the Mark 3 have come a long way) but still are not as good as the APP2. The Bose QCII sounds good too, but a little weaker and tin-canny than the other two.
Transparency Mode - Apple wins this one. The squeeze hold on the stem and how clear everything is just works. The Bose QCII's are not bad, but not quite as clear. I just can't figure out what Sony is doing with their transparency mode. It does not let much in and what you can hear is hard to understand. That coupled with the fact that it randomly resets from a 20 setting (letting everything in) to a 1 (almost nothing in) after taking them off, putting them in the case and then taking them out again. I had this same problem with the XM4's and it still appears to be there with the XM5's. Doesn't happen all the time, but is very annoying when it does because then I have to get my phone out and go back into the app.
Touch Controls - APP2 and Bose QCII are great. Play/pause, skip forward/back, increase or decrease volume. Each are very easy to use and work well. Sony? 4 taps to increase or decrease the volume. Really?? Who is going to do this? And this is just one level increase. If I want to increase 4 levels it takes 20 taps. This will never get used. How is it that every TW manufacturer has figured out on-board volume controls but not Sony? I hope they figure this out.
Battery Life - I know there are probably minute differences between the three, but I've never had an issue with TW earbuds in a couple generations for any of these manufacturers. I just don't use them for periods of time that are long enough or where I do not have an ability to charge.
Cost – APP2 win this. They are listed less and have been on sale more. Having said that, the Sony’s will likely see some sales soon and even at full-price, they are still worth it.
Summary - If you live in an Apple ecosystem, the APP2 are the obvious choice, though both the Sony's and Bose QCII have many positives. If you live in an Android ecosystem, well, I can't answer that as I do not live in an Android ecosystem and never have. However, the Sony's might be the better choice for those with Androids. At the end of the day, it just might depend on what is most important to you. But as I said in my title, it is a crowded market, and I don’t think you can go wrong with any of them.
Length of ownership: 8
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Connectivity
5
Sound Quality
5
Battery Life
5
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The XPS 15 laptop is the perfect balance of power and portability with an unrivaled immersive visual and sound experience. Whether you are streaming, editing photos or creating your next masterpiece, the XPS 15 has the power to move your ideas into reality.
Customer Rating
5
Great computer for school...
on July 14, 2023
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought this for my son as he starts college in the fall. He needed something that balances power, size and cost. This one hit the mark. We are a Mac household but they do not recommend those for his engineering classes. This checks all the boxes. You can't go wrong with it.
Length of ownership: 8
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Battery Life
5
Speed
5
Display
5
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Thin, light, and easy to grip ~ this Apple-designed case shows off the brilliant colored finish of iPhone 14 Pro Max while providing extra protection.
Customer Rating
5
Buy the same one every time...
on October 21, 2022
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
My favorite case out there. Very solid. Looks great. Not too slick when holding it. Provides just the right amount of protection while showing off my iPhone Pro Max in its true color.
Length of ownership: 30
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
4
Ease of Use
5
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Wemo WiFi Smart Plug is smaller than ever and gives you total control over your lights and devices. Turn them on and off from anywhere using the Wemo app or by using your voice with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, or Google Assistant.* You can also set schedules and timers for lights and devices. Or use Away Mode to randomly turn lamps on and off when you~re not home. Sync lights connected to the Smart Plug with the sunset and you~ll never have to come back to a dark home. Smart Plug~s extra-small design~45% smaller than the previous model~won~t cover both outlets, freeing up the second outlet for a second Smart Plug to connect fans, lamps, and other devices.
Customer Rating
5
We have a lot of these little devices...
on December 22, 2021
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
These little things are great. The fact that it integrates into the iOS Home ecosystem makes them even better. Love the smaller form factor they have now as well.
Length of ownership: 5
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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UA Project Rock Over-Ear Training Headphones are tested and approved by Dwayne Johnson himself, built to help you grind harder~with adaptive noise cancelling for ultimate focus, and a durable sweatproof construction. Washable Supervent ear cushions stay dry, and UA Storm Super Grip provides maximum stability. JBL charged sound is tuned to maximize motivation, and Bionic Hearing features TalkThru technology for talking to training partners, and Ambient Aware technology to hear surroundings. Give voice assistants quick commands and customize your sound with the JBL app. With up to 45-hours of playtime and a hardshell case there's nothing that will hold you back.
Customer Rating
5
Great weight-lifting, over-ear headphones...
on December 22, 2021
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
Let's get one thing straight. There are other choices at this price-point for over-ear headphones that have better noise-cancelling, better sound (subjective), better call quality, better apps and better comfort. However, if you want to wear over-ear headphones while you lift weights, these are the ones to get.
Notice that I said lifting weights, not working out. These are not for people who do a lot of running or other types of cardio or HIIT that has a lot of movements (either horizontal or vertical). These will move around and you will hear every thud. Get a good pair of earbuds instead.
These are not for people who want the best noise-cancelling headphones on planes or to quiet a home or work environment. Get Sony WH-1000XM4 or Bose QC45 (or NC 700) instead.
These are not for people who want to have great call quality while at work. Get any type of Bose or the AirPods Pro for that.
These are not for people who want to wear them for hours on end. In order to keep them in position while you are working out, you need a lot of clamping force so comfort will dissipate after an hour or so. If you want comfort, go with the Bose or Sony (in that order for me).
These are not for people who want the best sound reproduction you can get (very subjective I know). Get the Sony, Bose, B&W, B&O, Shure or just about anything else.
These are not for people who want an app that does about anything and allows for a lot of customization (only the Sony's really fall into this category).
Who are these for? As indicated, these are for people who lift weights, want to wear over-ear headphones with decent noise cancellation, with good sound and thumping bass. These are for people who want to be motivated that the Brahma Bull is on the side, The Rock had a say in how these were made and maybe, just maybe, he wears them while working out too. These are for people who want motivation to lift weights. Otherwise, look elsewhere for something more specific to what you want.
Length of ownership: 1
Mobile Submission: False
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Quality
4
Value
4
Ease of Use
5
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True wireless noise cancelling Beats Fit Pro with comfortable, secure-fit wingtips are engineered for all-day activity. The flexible wingtip design conforms to your ear to comfortably lock in place so you can experience powerful, balanced sound during your work day or your workouts. With two distinct listening modes, you are in control of what you hear. Fully adaptive Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) uses real-time audio calibration to continuously pinpoint external sounds and optimize sound output, and when you need to be aware of your surroundings, easily switch to Transparency mode. Beats Fit Pro supports Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for immersive music, movies, and games.~ These earbuds are powered by the Apple H1 chip. The result ~ instant one-touch pairing~, Automatic Switching~, Audio Sharing~, and hands-free ~Hey Siri~~ for Apple devices. For Android users, easily connect via Class 1 Bluetooth right out of the box. With the Beats app for Android~~, you~ll get enhanced features like one-touch pairing, customized controls, battery levels, firmware updates, and a Fit Test to help you get the best sound and fit out of your earbuds. Each earbud has up to 6 hours of listening time~ with 18 additional hours~ provided by its matching, pocket-sized charging case to give you up to 24 hours of combined playback.
Customer Rating
5
Possibly better than AirPods Pro...
on December 22, 2021
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
Apple obviously wants to keep the Beats brand alive, while making the AirPods the flagship. I wish they would just have one AirPods line that was the best they can offer. These are equal to the AirPods Pro in every way except:
1. PRO - The fit is much better on the Beats Fit Pro. The wingtips do their job. I put this on and they do not move, plus I completely forget about them. With APP I am constantly adjusting and my right side always will eventually fall out.
2. PRO - The Beats Fit Pro sound is so much better than the APP. I can actually feel the bass. With the APP, sound is one of its weakest features.
2. CON - No wireless charging, which these days for TW is a must at this price point. There are less expensive TW headphones that have this feature. This probably plays into the next one.
3. CON - The Beats Fit Pro case is flimsy compared to the APP. I feel like I'm going to break the top off the hinge and the plastic feels cheap.
2. PRO - The Beats Fit Pro sound is so much better than the APP. I can actually feel the bass. With the APP, sound is one of its weakest features.
2. CON - No wireless charging, which these days for TW is a must at this price point. There are less expensive TW headphones that have this feature. This probably plays into the next one.
3. CON - The Beats Fit Pro case is flimsy compared to the APP. I feel like I'm going to break the top off the hinge and the plastic feels cheap.
If you have the APP, I would only get these if fit is an issue. While the sound is good on the Beats Fit Pro, there are better headphones out there that can be had if you want better sound (with many more features). If you do not have the APP and are in the Apple ecosystem, it's easy. Get the Beats Fit Pro and hope that the next APP take the leap on fit and sound that Beats did.
Length of ownership: 10
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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The minute you put on Bose QuietComfort 45 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, you feel it ~ the iconic quiet that allows you to concentrate on your music or work on your passion projects. Plus, with these wireless headphones, you can experience the comfort and crystal-clear sound that can only come from Bose headphones. The soft, plush cushions of these Bose over ear wireless headphones seal you in. Then you flip the switch and whoosh ~ the world fades. The music starts. It~s love at first listen. The original Bluetooth headphones are back, now with signature active noise cancelling technology and premium comfort. Plus proprietary technology for deep, clear sound, and adjustable EQ so you can tune your music to your liking. Bose QuietComfort 45 over-ear headphones. An icon reborn.
Customer Rating
4
Very good, but missing some key features...
on October 3, 2021
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
I am a little perplexed by where these are at the time of release. The noise canceling is on par with, and may even exceed, the Sony XM4's. The comfort delivered with these, at least to me, are much better than the Sony's. I can wear them for hours, while the Sony's start to get a little uncomfortable after an hour or two. I feel like the ear cups are slightly deeper on the Bose so they do not touch my ears, even if ever so slightly. The Sony's definitely win on adjustability and customization. The ambient mode adjustments and speak to chat work very well. They come with a full equalizer which allow you adjust how you hear the music. For these reasons, the Sony may be the better purchase, at least right now.
I say right now because I am hopeful that Bose will release a firmware upgrade soon. I am perplexed because they did just release one for the QC Earbuds that allows you to set up to four different noise canceling settings to cycle through. But you can have only two, which is what I prefer, if that is what you want (100% noise canceling and transparency for example). I never understood why people would just want to turn off the noise canceling and not have on transparency, which is a common complaint for these. The earbuds also include an equalizer with a few adjustments to the sound. So, I do not understand how their QC earbuds can support these features while the brand new QC 45 headphones do not. That is why my hope is they will at some point. If you are on the fence, I would suggest waiting to see if that does indeed happen. However, if noise canceling and comfort are what you care about, you can't go wrong with these if you are looking for a new pair of headphones
Length of ownership: 4
Mobile Submission: false
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Quality
5
Value
4
Ease of Use
5
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Only at Best BuyHeat food quickly and efficiently with this 0.9 cu. ft. Insignia microwave. One-touch buttons take the guesswork out of cooking common foods like popcorn and pizza, and the bright LED display lets you operate the device in low-light conditions. This Insignia microwave has an integrated child lock for safety.
Customer Rating
4
Serves its purpose...
on September 17, 2021
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
Good features for what you pay. This is a value purchase that went in a dorm room where there were limitations on the wattage of the microwave. I would not use this as the main microwave in a house, but for a college dorm it works well.
Length of ownership: 32
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
3
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Attaching the MagSafe Battery Pack is a snap. Its compact, intuitive design makes on-the-go charging easy. And its perfectly aligned magnets keep it attached to your iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro - providing safe and reliable wireless charging. The MagSafe Battery Pack can charge even faster when coupled with a 27W or higher charger, like those that ship with MacBook. And when you're in need of a wireless charger, just plug in a Lightning cable for up to 15W of wireless charging.*
Customer Rating
4
Good device that works as advertised...
on September 17, 2021
Posted by: lemme14
Verified Purchase:Yes
A little bulky and pricey, which is what keeps me from giving it five stars. it also would be nice if it came in multiple colors to match the phone or case. It works as it should, which honestly doesn't take much as it's just a battery. The Magsafe connection is great. If you need additional capacity, take this with you.
Length of ownership: 33
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
3
Ease of Use
5
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