Josh76
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- First ReviewJune 6, 2009
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- First Review CommentFebruary 5, 2011
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Move beyond the desktop. Don’t just sit there—move. HP Envy Move 23.8-inch All-in-One PC is movable and rechargeable. So you can take your business, recipes and workouts from the desktop to the countertop to the tabletop and back again. Plus, with a big screen and an Intel processor, you’ll be transported too.
I really love, but will I use it?
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5.0
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This device fascinates me. When I was given the opportunity to get it, I didn't want it at first, but, since I love new tech,I decided to give it a shot.
I am really surprised by how much I like this new HP Envy Move, it's a really cool machine! When I unpacked it, I was impressed by how thin and sleek it is, as well as good looking. The cloth pouch in the back is a really clever way to store the keyboard. It comes with a combo keyboard/trackpad, and a power brick, which does not plug in via USB-C, which kind of got me bumbed.
It has the perfect amount of ports for me; HDMI and display port in (!) via USB-C. I love that because not only can I use this on it's own, but I can also use it to extend the screen on my MacBook when I don't want to use Windows. It has toggles for brightness and volume as well, very handy. The keyboard/trackpad combo is really neat and a nice touch. It also connects via bluetooth so there's not an annoying dongle to plug in.
I turned it on and let Windows do it's thing. I really love Windows 11, it let me copy over my settings and files from my Dell laptop and within minutes, I was up and running on a computer that had everything I needed, except Chrome, of course.
I immediately put it to the test. Youtube TV, Disney+, SNY, etc, and it handled that all well. The speakers are AMAZING. Bang & Olafson has done it again; this the best sound I have ever heard on any computer. It's room filling sound in my living. Next, I put the Display Port to the test by plugging into my monitor via USB-C which is daisy chaining to a second monitor. I then played videos on all three screens and this bad boy crushed it.
Now, the selling point of this device; it's portable! It's super light and it has a really cool magnetic handle in the back. It has a great battery that lasts for hours and the legs are awesome and they come out automatically when you place the device down on a surface, so cool! I'm a cord cutter so I stream everything; I took this out onto the patio to watch a Mets game, then used it as an extra screen in my living room while streaming the Sunday Ticket. I love it for this. But will I use it as a computer around my house? That's where I question the long term use of this device. Now, maybe in a house with kids it would be more useful, but, I'm not sure i'll ever use it for anything other than a portable TV.
I have been blown away by this device and recommend it to anyone looking to stream from anywhere on a big screen. It will also be good for guests to use as a pc, as you can move it anywhere.
Great job HP, this is a great high end toy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Never miss a feeding with the WiFi-enabled, automatic pet feeder for cats and dogs. Give your cat or dog the right amount of food on time, every time, with the Feeder-Robot, the automatic pet feeder that allows you to set portion-controlled meal schedules from the app or the unit.
My cats love it, which means I love it!
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I have 3 cats, I know, get a life dude. 3 cats is a lot of work, 2 is easy, 3 is a bit much. They use the litter a lot, crave lots of attention and eat A LOT of dry food. Automating my cat dad life is super important to me and this Feeder Robot is next level.
I tried a few off brand, cheap feeders fr
om Amazon, but they really didn't do it for me. I wanted something with an app and with a bigger bin to hold food. I already have the Litter Robot 4 (absolute beast, I love it), so I know that the Whisker products are reliable and work well. This Feeder Robot has exceeded my expectations.
om Amazon, but they really didn't do it for me. I wanted something with an app and with a bigger bin to hold food. I already have the Litter Robot 4 (absolute beast, I love it), so I know that the Whisker products are reliable and work well. This Feeder Robot has exceeded my expectations.
The setup was super easy, especially since I already had the Whisker app. It took me under a minute to get this set up in the app. I started by using gravity mode, but that led to my cats eating too much, so after a week I changed it to a schedule where they get fed 4 times a day which has been perfect. I went with the 1/8 cup size, 1/4 was way too much.
The reserve bin is huge! It holds a lot of food, which is amazing, one less thing for me to do. I have gone on a couple of weekend trips and I knew that the cats would have plenty of food.
Between the Litter Robot and the Feeder Robot, I can go away for up to a week and not worry about leaving the cats alone! That saves me money since I don't need the cat sitter to come daily.
Next, please make a Water Robot! Meow
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Feel better throughout the day with Theragun Relief, your go-to percussive massage device for everyday comfort. Comfortable and light, Theragun Relief is our most easy-to-use device using scientifically proven percussive massage therapy to provide fast and effective relief from daily aches, pains, tension, and stiffness. The patented triangle grip helps get to those hard-to-reach spots and 3 specialized attachments help treat everything from large muscles to tender, sensitive areas. Theragun Relief makes it easier than ever to feel better and stay active.
Small but mighty
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5.0
I have had the Original Theragun Pro for years and have relied on it daily for various aches, pains and tight muscles. Theragun has become the gold standard for massage devices and the Pro has never let me down.
With that said, there are times when the Pro is too much power. I had disc replacement and fusion surgery in July and the Pro has been too rough for me as I get back to normalcy. That's why I was so excited to get the Theragun Relief and I quckly fell in love with it.
It is packaged very different from my old pro; just the device, USB-C cord and a few attachments. I gave it a charge for an hour, put on the dampener attachment, turned it on, set it to high, and in no time, my body got some much needed relief.
I cannot put into words how much better this one feels for me. Using it along my traps, across my upper back and even at the base of my neck, feels so good and is never too much percussive movement.
Theragun hit a home run with this device. The color is modern, it holds a great charge and it's powerful enough for my needs. I keep this on my desk because it has such a small footprint and plan on traveling with it as well.
Love it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Meet Bose's premium soundbar that’s here to pull you deep into the heart of all your favorite content. Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Bose TrueSpace technology separates music, dialogue, and effects, and places them in different parts of a room for a truly immersive spatial audio experience like you’ve never heard it before. Having a hard time hearing what your favorite characters are saying? A.I. Dialogue Mode automatically balances voice and surround sound for ultra-crisp vocal clarity. Plus, two upward firing dipole speakers work with Bose technologies to make it feel like your space is filled with sound from every direction — even overhead. Available in Black and Arctic White.
All purpose rock star
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Who doesn't love Bose? They're one of the most highly regarded audio companies in the world that produces some of the best home audio speakers on the market. I've had Bose products for years and have always noted their quality, technology and most important, the sound. I've yet to use a Bose speaker that disappointed me and that streak continues with this new Ultra Soundbar.
I decided to put this unit in my bedroom to use with my tv, for music playback and for Alexa. I was able to replace 3 different speakers with this one awesome soundbar. Since it's going in my bedroom, I'm not concerned with having satellite speakers or a subwoofer (thought this could change in the future). The setup was simple, power and HDMI to the TV. There are other audio out options but HDMI is the best for watching TV. This is a premium speaker, it feels solid and has some weight to it. Setup on the Bose app was simple, as was setting up the Adaptiq sound.
Everything I watch on TV sounds great; from news, Mets games to movies, the voice clarity is perfect as is the bass, center channel, etc. Music really sounds fantastic, but I have no idea if music is playing in Dolby Atmos, I'm not sure what is supported as of yet. In Apple Music, it shows as "Lossless" and when I use Amazon Music in the Bose app I see no sound quality status. I would love to see this in the future.
If you are going to place this in your living room, then I think the rear speakers sub will be necessary to experience true surround sound, but this speaker does a decent job of replicating it.
I know that this speaker will last me for years, looking forward to some updates on the Dolby Atmos compatibility as well as having Apple Music support in the app.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Elevate your video editing experience with the Crucial X10 Pro SSD: the portable drive that packs a palm-sized punch. With sequential read and write speeds up to 2,100/2,000MB/s and 2TB of space, your X10 Pro can connect directly to your laptop or workstation via a convenient USB-C cable. Blaze through your multi-cam timeline and even edit, trim, and render directly from the drive. The Crucial X10 Pro works with Windows, Mac, Android devices, and more. Featuring Micron TLC NAND plus water and dust resistance (IP55), the Crucial X10 Pro is the perfect partner in the studio or in the field, giving you the raw performance, lasting durability, and generous capacity you need.
Unrivaled size and capacity
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5.0
I had a few hard drives but I wanted one with enough storage capacity to replace them all, while also being portable. This is the absolutely best option for me and I could not be happier with it.
I run a few different machines; a Mac Mini for personal computing at my desk, a Dell laptop for work and another Dell laptop for personal use. This hard drive is the perfect solution to keep at home and to travel with; both to and from my office but also for business travel. This hard drive offers unrivaled speed and portability.
I started by creating a partition for a Time Machine backup. Doing so was simple and fast on my Mac. Next, I began transferring files from my other hard drives so I could have everything on one drive. I plugged it into a Thunderbolt port on the Mac and just wow, I could not believe how quickly my files were transferred, including about 100gb of videos and 50gb of music. I’ve never seen an external drive this fast.
I enjoyed similar speeds on my Windows laptops, also connected via Thunderbolt 4.
I now have all of my data and Time Machine backups on one super fast, ultra portable drive and I couldn’t be happier. There’s even an update coming in September that will allow me to password protect my files, love that!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Shark NeverChange Air Purifier MAX is designed for 10x longer filter life, saving you $300 or more in filter replacement costs over 5 years*. It captures 99.98% of airborne particles like allergens*, dust, and dander (based on IEST-RP-CC007.3, 0.1-0.2 microns). It covers up to 1400 sq. ft. for powerful, multi-room purification. Odor Neutralizer Technology guards against odors throughout your home, releasing a fresh scent into your air for 2x better odor reduction vs. filtration alone, Based on ASTM E544 vs. HP300 with filter and carbon only, after 30 minutes. *Allergen refers to non-living matter. *Vs. cost of replacing filters on a competitor unit over 5-year period in 300 square foot space.
The only air purifier I need!
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5.0
I love air purifiers, I started using them a couple of years ago and I wish I had started sooner. I no longer get watery eyes at home and I no longer break out in hives from dust mites, etc.
The downside to the air purifiers is changing expensive filters. I have 3 cats and I smoke legal substances in my home so I tend to go through filters fairly quickly. When I was offered this new Shark product, I jumped at the opportunity. 1,400 square feet and a 5 year filter? Sign me up!!
This could not have been easier to set up. Simply remove the tape from various spots, plug it in and you’re ready to go. I have a 1,300 square foot condo so this is the perfect unit for me. I placed it in the middle of my home, set it to auto and let its do its thing. I unplugged the other air purifiers in the home and this did not disappoint. I get the same coverage as I did with 2 units with less bulk and less noise.
It’s an attractive design that blends in with my white and grey decor. It can get pretty loud but only when I’m smoking or cooking on the gas stove. It cuts down on odors, dust, air particles and more.
This is the only air purifier I’ll need for 5 years and I love it!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Music and Alexa. The perfect fit. Find a color that fits your style, find a spot that fits your small space, and play a track that hits just right, totally hands-free with Alexa.
This thing pops
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5.0
I've had all of the Echo devices and love how easy they are to use with such a small footprint. Most of my home devices are smart and I use Alexa a lot to control my lights, thermostat, etc. I was curious to try the new Echo Pop as the footprint looked sleeker than the current Dot. I was also curious why the two devices are co-existing, and after using the Pop, I'm not sure the Dot is needed any longer.
Since I have a host of other Alexa devices, the setup for the Pop was a breeze. I put it on my kitchen ledge so it can be used in main part of my home. I found it odd that a black device came with a white power adapter, it would be nice if the two matched. It would also be great if it came with a USB power option as the power adapter is rather large.
The mic is astounding, it's had zero issues hearing my requests, even with the kitchen exhaust and tv on, impressive. The sound was surprisingly really good! For such a tiny device, my music sounded clear and loud without sounding distorted. This isn't a replacement for a large speaker, but it's perfect in my kitchen and would be great in a bathroom or for kids. It sounds noticeably better than my Dots, which I will soon be replacing with more Pops.
Another hit from Amazon!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Dyson - Solarcycle Task Light CD05 - White/Silver
The Dyson Solarcycle Task Light is engineered for versatile illumination - transforming and adjusting light to support the way you live, work, and relax throughout the day. ³ Axis Glide motion puts powerful light precisely where you need it. A gentle touch of the arm precisely positions your light - vertically, horizontally, and through 360°. The Dyson Solarcycle Task Light has intelligently controlled LEDs that adjust brightness and color temperature. Connecting to the myDyson app², it can adjust with your local daylight providing the right light for the time of day. It also adapts to your task, age, mood, and sleep times. Precisely engineered optics deliver powerful, high-quality light that's calibrated to help reduce eyestrain. And with Heat Pipe technology to cool the LEDs, it maintains its light quality for 60 years.³
Really cool, bright light
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5.0
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I love the Dyson brand and I've been struggling for years trying to find the best light for my desk. I do not have good lighting in my office, so a great desk light is really important to me. This light checks off all the boxes for me: it's modern, can be controlled via and app and it's light is fully customizable.
Setup, like all Dyson products was a breeze, it takes about 2 minutes to get it started plus another 2 minutes for the app. It has a really good design, and the light can be moved up and down, closer and further away from the desired spot.
I always had preferred a light that can be used for uplight as well, but I don't think I have the need with this light. I have very sensitive eyes and having the light in my line of sight does not bother me at all..which is huge! It illuminates my entire desktop perfectly and I can use the app to adjust the brightness as well as the coolness or warmness of the light. I also love that the light senses when I'm near. It will turn off when I am away for too long and then turns on when I return to my desk. I love that!
This light is home run for me and I'd love to see what other lighting products Dyson comes up with.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Work or play with complete audio clarity, thanks to Voyager Free 60 true wireless earbuds. You’ll sound your best on calls regardless of background noise, making them ideal for hybrid work. These noise canceling Bluetooth earbuds have multiple mics that ensure you sound clear to your caller. Adaptive Active Noise Canceling (ANC) blocks out non-essential sounds, allowing you to focus. Let in the outside world when you need to — without removing an earbud — by using one-touch transparency mode. Or shut yourself off from your surroundings completely or partially by using one or both earbuds at any time for calls. Answer calls instantly — smart sensors allow you to automatically answer a call just by inserting an earbud. With extended talk time, these powerful wireless earbuds are ready for full workdays. You can also relax and immerse yourself in music, movies, mobile gaming, and more with high-quality audio. Connect the Voyager Free 60 Bluetooth headphones to your iPhone, Android and tablets. Designed by Poly, formerly known as Plantronics.
Perfect for work and play
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5.0
This is my third set of Poly headsets but my first that were not over the ear. When I saw these, I jumped at the opportunity to give them a try.
The setup is simple and the Poly App is pretty simple to customize the sound, notifications and ANC. Once setup on my phone, I linked it to my Mac Mini and my Windows 11 work PC. Setup on all 3 was a breeze and I immediately started using them together to test how this headset would work, and it performed perfectly. My only complaint is that there is no way to skip tracks on the buds. You can adjust the volume, which is great, but not having the ability to switch tracks is kind of lame.
The sound is terrific, I hear all the notes I should without distortion. The noise cancelling works very well. I am grounded after surgery so I tested these at home, but I look forward to using these on my next trip. I like the in ear audio messages when I am getting a call, especially handy when the phone rings and I am in another room.
The battery life has been outstanding so far as well. This is a really great headset that will serve me really well when I return to my office in a few weeks.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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As game files get larger and larger, the WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox is the fast and easy way to give your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S a big capacity boost so you can keep more titles installed. Just plug this officially licensed card directly into the dedicated slot on the back of your Xbox Series X|S console and it’s good to go, no extra software or installation steps needed. The card delivers similar performance as the Xbox internal storage for a seamless experience when you’re installing, loading, playing, and saving your favorite games. Keep your library ready to play and get into the action fast with the WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox.
Perfect accessory for your Xbox
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5.0
I love my XBox X, I made the switch from Playstation last year and I'm really glad I did. I knew it included a slot for a Hard Drive like this, but I kept putting off buying one. I have my console standing up on my TV stand and I hate having a bunch of wires coming out of it, thanks OCD.
Games, either physical or digital, take up a ton of space, especially COD. The 1TB hard drive was filling up fast, so I was excited to receive this wonderful little piece of tech. It could not be easier to set up and use. It's packaged easily and pops right into the Expansion Box slot in the back of the Xbox. After I popped it in, I turned on my console and headed to the storage section in settings. The card was immediately accepted and nothing had to be done to set it up.
The first thing I did was move all of my existing game data to the card. I was really surprised by how fast the data transferred over, way less time than I expected. I then changed the settings to download all future game data to the card.
I know have a close to empty hard drive on the console and space for 2-3 more games on the expansion card.
Gameplay off the card was perfect, I played the new Jedi Order game and it was flawless.
You should get this!
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 - Warm Slate
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
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MY TV DOES NOT HAVE A HDMI CONNECTION? ONLY RCA/VIDEO
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No, you must have HDMI
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