Josh76
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- First ReviewJune 6, 2009
- Last ReviewAugust 28, 2024
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- Average Rating4.6
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- First Review CommentFebruary 5, 2011
- Last Review CommentJanuary 19, 2015
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Google - Keyboard for Pixel Slate - Midnight Blue
Enhance your tablet's productivity with this Google Pixel Slate keyboard. Ideal for getting work done, this keyboard instantly connects to your tablet and makes it easy to type on the full-size keys and an extra-large trackpad. This Google Pixel Slate keyboard makes it easy to switch between laptop and tablet modes and has a dedicated Google Assistant button for easy access to helpful functions.
I want to love it, but round keys?
Customer Rating
3.0
I want to love this keyboard, I really do. If I was rating this merely as a case for the Slate, I would probably give it 5 stars. I absolutely love how many different ways this case can be used with the Slate. They did an amazing job developing the keyboard case together to incorporate magnets. It can sit up in many different positions, simply by sliding the back kickstand up or down the back of the slate, but then it also feels great folded all the way over like a book in tablet mode.
The Slate knows when you are using the case in different ways, it really us intuitive and a pleasure to use in this way. It is a little heavy though and when attached to the Slate, but still in line with other similar devices.
My only gripe is with the keyboard itself. The round keys take so much getting used to. I type on 4 other keyboards frequently (Surface, Apple Magic Keyboard and two Logitechs) and I just cannot get used to this one. Why round keys??
To be perfectly honest, if there were simple thin cases available for the Slate without the keyboard, I would probably prefer that because I hate typing on this keyboard.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Google - Pixelbook Pen - Midnight Blue
Write and design with confidence with this Google Pixelbook pen. The responsive instrument can be used with Google Pixelbook or Google Assistant to make taking notes or creating art more efficient. The realistic feel of this Google Pixelbook pen helps you write and draw naturally so you can focus on your designs.
Works great but where do I put it?
Customer Rating
3.0
I have been using a Surface for years and love the pen. I use it for client signatures as well as for taking notes. I was excited to use this Google pen with my Pixel Slate but it loses 2 stars for not having any way to clip or stick to the Slate or its keyboard. I will return to that at the end of my review.
The pen works really well for notes and I love how the Slate was really built with the pen in mind. Taking notes, using it like a mouse and bringing up the Google Assistant is really simple, The pen feels great in my hands and matches my Slate and keyboard perfectly.
The problem is that there is no clip or magnet! How did they design this thing and not come up with a way for this to attach to the notebook??? Am I missing something? This will easily get lost if I travel with it and I will most certainly leave it at a clients office. Big miss on this one.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Speck - Presidio Pro Case for Apple® iPhone® X and XS - Black
Keep your iPhone XS/X functional with this Speck Presidio Pro case. The exterior is made from polycarbonate to withstand the effects of wear and tear, and its antimicrobial treatment prevents bacteria from growing on it. The raised bezel on this Speck Presidio Pro case protects your phone's screen if it lands facedown.
Great case
Customer Rating
5.0
I love picking up new phone cases and I always gravitate towards the super slim ones while giving up the real protection.
I have a magnet vent clip in my Jeep and need to put a magnet inside my phone case, not outside the case to hold it up. Most cases that offer great protection are too thick therefore the magnet will not stick. This Speck case gives me the best of both worlds. I am fully confident that if I drop my phone, it will be protected, and it also takes the magnet and stays up on the vent clip.
This case is exactly what I was looking for to keep my $1,000 iPhone investment secure.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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LG - gram 13.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB Solid State Drive
View photos, watch videos and get work done on this LG gram 13.5-inch laptop. The Full HD resolution provides stunning visuals, while the IPS panel lets you see contents. This LG gram 13.5-inch laptop has an Intel Core i5 processor for powering through intensive tasks, and the 256GB SSD offers fast load times.
I love this laptop
Customer Rating
5.0
I was familiar with the LG brand but had never used one of their computers so I was curious how this would compare to the many other laptops I have used throughout the years, whether they run on Windows or Mac.
The Gram is packaged nicely, companies seem to be taking a cue from Apple with their easy and clean packaging. Along with the laptop there was the power adapter along with a USB ethernet adapter which was a nice add-in, no one else includes something like this.
Upon removing the Gram from the package, I was pleasantly surprised by how light the device is, definitely the lightest laptop that I've ever held. I intend to use this laptop all over my house and travel with it so I wanted something lightweight. The Gram exceeds my expectations.
The laptop did not have any juice in the battery so I got it plugged in before setting up Windows. My only gripe is with the power adapter. The Gram has a USB-C port which is great for peripherals and charging, why include a bulky adapter that uses a separate power port? Embrace USB-C.
Once I had it charged, I turned it on and let the Windows setup do it's thing. It was very easy as was the setup of the fingerprint ID. This is really fantastic and it works extremely well. I have used Windows Hello logins with the camera, but definitely prefer the fingerprint method. Great feature.
The laptop flies. The keyboard is perfect and the trackpad is a precision pad so it works really well and gestures work really well in Chrome. It boots quickly and was not loaded with bloatware,
I really love my new Gram and will not hesitate to recommend it to others.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Epson - EcoTank ET-2720 Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer - White
Print smudge-free text and rich, vibrant images with this Epson EcoTank all-in-one color printer. Wi-Fi Direct connectivity lets you print remotely without a router, and voice-activated printing capabilities let you schedule jobs using voice commands. This Epson EcoTank all-in-one color printer produces gorgeous photos and graphics with a maximum resolution of 5760 x 1440 dpi.Prints up to 10 ISO ppm* in black, up to 5 ISO ppm* in color.
Everything I need it to be
Customer Rating
5.0
I wanted an all in one with a smaller footprint and this Epson fits the bill.
Setup was a breeze; pouring the ink into the printer was surprisingly painless and not a drop of ink was spilled. Refilling with bottles of ink rather than cartridges should save money in the long run.
I got this up and running and was able to print from my Mac and iPhone in minutes , very easy process.
This Epson prints fast and clear, I was impressed by the speed and the quality of the printing.
Looking forward to printing on this for years to come.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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LG - 27UL600-W 27" IPS LED 4K UHD FreeSync Monitor with HDR (DisplayPort, HDMI)
Enjoy a stunning LED display with this 27-inch LG monitor. The 4K UHD resolution and VESA DisplayHDR deliver vivid scenes to keep you captivated by your favorite shows and movies, and IPS technology maintains consistent colors at various viewing angles. This LG monitor's Radeon FreeSync matches your graphics card's frame rate for a stutter-free experience.
Stunning picture
Customer Rating
4.0
I have been using a Dell 27” monitor for my MacBook Pro and Surface Pro and the real draw of it was the USB-C input and hub for the MacBook, but the picture was nothing to write home about. This LG on the other hand, has an incredible picture.
Upon arrival it was super easy to unpack and to assemble. Attaching the stand was simple though I may get a vesa mount which this supports as well. I put it together and within minutes had my MacBook plugged in through one of the 2 HDMI ports and the Surface went to the Display Port input.
This monitor is not cheap and the first thing I noticed is that the stand is not height adjustable. For this price it really should be, but again, I may mount it so it’s not the end of the world. I also wish it had a USB-C input which is beginning to become a stand power and video source.
I started with my MacBook and had this monitor side by side with my Dell running a dual monitor setup. There was a stark contrast in picture quality, the LG picture looked much more vivid and alive.
Videos look amazing on this as do games. I am not a heavy gamer, but was impressed with the picture and refresh rate.
The onscreen menu is easy to use and the LG software is terrific. Being able to do various split screen methods so seamlessly is such a time saver and welcome surprise.
I have been using this monitor for about 5 days now and have not had a single issue. The picture is simply stunning.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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When spills happen, the Braava jet m6 robot is always on call—ready to head to the spot and take them on. Just say to Google Assistant or Alexa, “Have Braava mop in front of the kitchen counter”, and it heads out and gets to work. Always learning your home and your cleaning habits, it can offer customized schedules that work around your life—even suggesting extra cleanings during pollen season. Using Precision Jet Spray, it loosens dirt and sticky messes without spraying furniture, rugs, or walls—all without any effort from you, making your mopping tasks a thing of the past. *(Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com or its affiliates. Google is a trademark of Google LLC)
I want to love it
Customer Rating
3.0
I am a big fan of automation and I love my robot vacuum and all of my smart devices. I am also a neat freak with 2 cats and was excited to try this new iRobot mop.
The device was nicely packaged and the instructions were very clear. The iRobot app got the mop quickly onto my network. I put on one of the included dry mop pads (very easy) and I began the process of training my mop.
The training is the first part I did not love. It’s fun to watch the iRobot move around and learn the home and it is amazing how it avoided my area rug. The training process just takes too long! I had to run the process at least 4 times and I don’t even have a huge area of wood flooring. Quite an annoying process especially after I moved the base to a different location and had to do the training all over again.
The m6 did a great job once the training was done of separating the rooms and then labeling them was very easy, as was picking a specific room to clean. The dry mop did a nice job of cleaning up some cat hair and small debris that my vacuum missed.
Now where this really failed me, the wet mop. I started using the pads that came with the machine and my floors were left streaky. I lowered the amount of solution to be used to the minimum and still lots of streaks. Part of the problem could be my flooring, I have very shiny, cherry floors. Everything shows on them, especially streaks, but a $500 mop should not leave streaks. Before writing my review I ordered the washable mop pads on the Best Buy site and tried those but had the same result.
I wanted to love this IRobot m6, I really did. But all it does is give me extra work, I have to use my swiffer wetjet to get rid of the streaks.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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JVC - Wired Over-the-head Headset - Black
Enjoy hours of high-quality sound with these JVC Lightweight Wired On-Ear Headphones with 1-Button Remote and Microphone. The sleek, lightweight black headphones are a comfortable choice for long listening sessions, and they feature a two-way foldable design for easy portability when you're on the go. Ideal for virtual meetings and classes, the headphones are equipped with a 1.2 meter (3.9') cable with 1-button remote and microphone so you can easily manage calls and control music playback from your smart device. A 30 mm neodymium driver unit delivers high-quality sound reproduction, while a dynamic bass port provides powerful, deep bass. Whether you're using them for school, meetings or jamming to your favorite tunes, these HASR185A on-ear headphones have you covered.
Pretty dull
Customer Rating
2.0
I realize that these are low budget wired headphones, but the buds that came with my phone sound better than these.
Adjusting the EQ on my phone actually made these sound worse. The highs and mids are very dull and the bass in uninspiring.
The line in remote is fine but no volume control?
I think that you could do better for the money.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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OtterBox - + Pop Symmetry Series Case for Apple® iPhone® X and XS - Black
Secure an iPhone X/XS with this OtterBox Otter + Pop Symmetry case. The polycarbonate and synthetic rubber construction provides impact protection, and the integrated PopSockets PopGrip accessory keeps fingers in place during one-handed phone use. There’s no need to remove this OtterBox Otter + Pop Symmetry case as it’s compatible with wireless charging.
Great case with an added bonus
Customer Rating
5.0
Otterbox has taken their great Symmetry case and added a PopSocket built right into the case and they hit a home run.
I go through lots of phone cases trying to find the perfect solution for my iPhone Xs and this case is just that. There are a few things I look for:
1. Must feel great in my hand and not slippery
2. Lightweight
3. Full phone protection
4. Easily mounted in my car
1. Must feel great in my hand and not slippery
2. Lightweight
3. Full phone protection
4. Easily mounted in my car
This case has it all plus the added bonus of the PopSocket. I don't really use that to hold my phone, but love it as a stand for traveling and at my desk. I purchased a mount for my car and the Pop slides right into that giving me a great view of Waze when driving.
This case definitely fits all of my needs and checks all the boxes for form and function!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Belkin - Boost Charge 2200 mAh Portable Charger for Apple Watch - Black
Add up to 63 hours of battery life to your Apple watch with this black Belkin AW Power Pack 2200. Portable and compact design makes it ideal for travel and on-the-go charging, so you can track fitness, use Apple Pay, and receive updates. The included micro USB cable in this Belkin AW Power Pack 2200 allows for easy connection to a wall charger.
Exactly what I was looking for
Customer Rating
5.0
I wanted to charge my Apple Watch in my walk-in closet but did not have any power outlets in there. I figured this rechargeable Belkin would work for my needs and it has not disappointed. The battery life is fantastic, I have been able to charge my watch about 10 times without losing power.
It's also very portable and charges quickly. Perfect little device.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Sonos - Beam Soundbar with Voice Control built-in - Black
Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
Will the beam soundbar work with the Sony XBR-65X850E?
It will work with any tv that has an HDMI "ARC" connection. If your TV does not, it comes with an optical audio adapter.
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Sonos - Beam Soundbar with Voice Control built-in - Black
Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
can I disconnect the alexa on the beam and still use it, I don't want anything to do with a listening device in my personal space
Yes, there is a button that will mute the microphone
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Nespresso - Lattissima One Espresso Machine by DeLonghi
Master the art of the perfect latte or cappuccino with this DeLonghi Nespresso Lattisma espresso maker. This multifunctional unit brews your coffee and prepares the milk for a great cup of coffee every time. The built-in milk jug holds just the right amount of milk, eliminating waste, while an automatic shut off feature that will turn the machine off for safety. This DeLonghi Nespresso Lattisma espresso maker is compact, leaving counter spaces clear.
Can you get just hot water from this machine?
Yes, just don't put a pod into the machine. I would run water through a couple of times to remove any espresso residue in the lines.
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre 23" Touch-Screen All-In-One Computer - Intel Core i3 - 6GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Lenovo IdeaCentre 23" A530-57318961 All-in-One Computer: A frameless design adds style to the 10-point multitouch display. Tilt your screen to a wide range of angles for a customizable viewing experience, or lay it flat to play touch-screen tabletop games.Learn more about the New Windows ›
A530 processor?
The A530 was pitched as having an icore7. The specs on all other sites confirm. The Best Buy website cites that it is an icore3 they carry. Is this incorrect? Or did Lenovo/Best Buy downgrade the processor for the Best Buy item?
It has an i3. It seems like this model was specifically made for Best Buy
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre 23" Touch-Screen All-In-One Computer - Intel Core i3 - 6GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Lenovo IdeaCentre 23" A530-57318961 All-in-One Computer: A frameless design adds style to the 10-point multitouch display. Tilt your screen to a wide range of angles for a customizable viewing experience, or lay it flat to play touch-screen tabletop games.Learn more about the New Windows ›
Does it have voice-to-text ? Can I dictate, without any additional microphone?
It has the Dragon software but I have never really gotten it to work right.
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Apple® - TV®
The 2nd generation Apple TV® allows you to stream movies, TV shows, photos and music from your computer to a compatible HDTV or home theater system via the built-in 802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN connection. Smart Set-Top Box Get a world of instant entertainment with this smart set-top box. Connect to the Internet and stream movies, listen to music and access a wide variety of other content on your HDTV. Learn more about smart products. Netflix YouTube Flickr
RCA VIDEO VS HDMI
IS THERE A WAY TO CONNECT A 3-RCA/VIDEO CABLE IN AND HAVE A HDMI CONNECTION. OUT?
MY TV DOES NOT HAVE A HDMI CONNECTION? ONLY RCA/VIDEO
THANKS
MY TV DOES NOT HAVE A HDMI CONNECTION? ONLY RCA/VIDEO
THANKS
No, you must have HDMI
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